The Afro-American

7 Cents In Baltimore 10 Cents Elsewhere 12 Pages. Three Types Of Christmas Spirit Looking backward over the past I recall distractedly the kind of Christmas the colored people of Baltimore enjoyed seventy years ago. They were the slave days, and for slaves the biggest part of the Christmas season was the week's vacation from all regular work, and the trip to the "big house" on Christmas day, where the master and mistress gave presents to all consisting mainly of various articles of wearing apparel. Another type of Christmas succeeded emancipation and the Civil War. Emphasis was placed then on eating and drinking during the holidays. In every home a table in the dining room was laden with good things to eat and in addition with wine, whiskey, egg nog, "tom and jerry" and sometimes brandy and Groups of dandies. It fun to listen a and drive around from house to house, stopping for "in little Christmas" at each one. Today the idea of Christmas has changed. It is no longer a looking forward to the receiving of gifts from others alone, or the satisfying of our appetites with food and drink. It is the time when individuals and organizations are doing their utmost to help somebody else. We have found out that the supremeest joy of Christmas is receiving. Nothing gives me greater delight today than the efforts of the big brothers, the churches, and the other organizations to carry Christmas cheer into the homes of the needy. I am sure that after seventy years, we have caught the real and true Christmas spirit. Pittsburgh, Pa., Dec. 23.—In an effort to keep her husband home nights, Mrs. Dandridge Robinson wife of the President of the Pittsburgh Oil and Gas Company, tore her own clothing to ribbons and turned the house upside down, declaring she had been attacked by two Negroes. Left $10,000 Farm Chicago, Ill., Dec. 23.—George Farven, a farmer of Jefferson County, Georgia, was run away from his home last week leaving property worth $10,000. Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p. m. 6-9 p. m. IGS ACCOUNTS with balance of over $200 JOIN OUR Christmas Savings Club East Baltimore Branch: 505 N. Caroline Street West Baltimore Branch: McNeil's Drug Store, Carey and Pressman Ss., Tuesday, 7 to 9 P.M. Telephone: M. Yeroun 1980 29th YEAR No.17 SMASH-UP ENDS LONG CHASE FOR WISKEY BANDITS Colored Revenue Officer Wrecks His Machine But Captures Two White Bootleggers 250 QUARTS SEIZED Officer's Car Has Four Bullets In 'Radiator, Bootleggers Tires Shot to Pieces Laurel, Md., Dec. 23.—W. J. Green, only colored revenue officer in this district, gained prominence recently by raiding bar room single handed in East Baltimore, gained added Laurel's early last Sunday morning between one and two A. M. when he ran down and captured two bootleggers, after a long chase and a pistol battle. Officer Green was on his way from Washington to Baltimore in a "Willy's" club roadster, when he spied the two bootleggers for whom he had been looking in an Essex roadster going the other way. Turning his machine around, he gave chase, the two hurling along the dark road at a sixty mile an hour meet. Seeing that they were being overhaul, the white bootees opened fire, sending the bullets whistling past the head of the revenue officer, and four entered the radiator of his car. When the bullets began to whistle too close officer Green raised the wind shield returned shots, causing the ignition system to burn. The bootees car, putting a hole in the gasoline tank and in the rear tires. Noting the deadly effect of the officer the two white men stopped their car suddenly and Green in order to prevent a wreck, ran over in a ditch, and into a telegraph pole, breaking it in three pieces. He covered the two white men with a gun and bayoneted the man and his Hawkins and Boy both of Pennsylvania. Both of them were turned over to the sheriff at Laurel and later taken to Washington. Examination of the roadster showed 250 quarts of whiskey, which cost $225 at the distillery in Pennsylvania and were booked for sale in Washington at $150. The examination of the boot-tailer next morning showed that eleven of the fourteen bullets took effect. A Faked Assault --- We desire to announce that we will be ready for Banking in all its branches. Monday Morning, December 20th The business and thrifty members of our race are invited to place their deposits with us for safe keeping. Christmas Savings Club now forming. HATCHETT & LEWIS, Bankers 900 N. Eutaw St. at Biddle HIGH SCHOOL FACULTY BLAMES MR. HAWKINS Stormy Meeting Held Recently Over Failure To Secure Equal Increases In Salary DR. WEST CALLED Teachers Told It Is Not Policy In South To Pay Black And White Same Rumors are flying thick and fast about a stormy meeting of the faculty of the Colored High School in which invectives were hurled at Principal Mason A. Hawkins for his alleged failure to stand up for larger salary increases. A meeting of the faculty was held shortly after it was announced that Principal Hawkins would get $3,800, instead of the $3,500 provided in the budget of the School Board. Other members of the faculty though granted increases, were not treated as genociously as the principal. When the meeting opened the teachers are said to have freed broadsides at Mr. Hawkins. They drafted resolutions of protest and asking that Superintendent of Schools Henry S. West appear before them to explain the alleged discrimination. Mr. Hawkins was at first opposed to summonery. Dr. West, but when the teachers directed to take the matter direct to him he gave in. Dr. West is said to have told the teachers at a subsequent meeting that is the policy below Mason and Dixon's line to pay the colored less than the whites. It is alleged that he also told the faculty that he would get himself in bad by urging equal salaries. At the first meeting the claim was made that Principal Hawkins had not interested himself in pushing larger salaries for his co-workers. One or two of the male teachers are said to have been on the point of trying a little "Jack Johnson tactics" with the principal. Teachers approached about the matter are reticent, refusing to discuss any phase of the matter. Asked for a statement, he represented Mr. ARO-TO CAN, Mr. Hawkins denied that the faculty meeting was stormy. He added that Dr. West spoke to the faculty at his request and after the exchange of views, that was all there was to it. DuPONT GIVES LINCOLN $100,000 Oxford, Pa., Dec. 23.—P. Colman DuPont, of Wilmington, Del., visited Lincoln University recently. The students sang "Swing Low, Sweet Charlott," with such effectiveness that he pulled out his check book and wrote a check for $100,000, payable to the institution. FRIDAY, DEC. 24, 1920 THE BIG $12,000 SHAFT FOR DEAD SON MERRY XMAS!! $12,000 SHAFT DRUGS WORTH FOR DEAD SON $100,000 SIEZED William F. McDonald Leading Texan Politician Erects Handsomest Monument THIRTY FEET HIGH Young McDonald Died While Attending Howard University Fortworth, Texas, Dec. 23.—In memory of his son William Jr., who died two years ago while a student of Howard University in Washington, D. C. William-Madison McDonald Sr.—best known political leader in Mason, Texas, completed last week what is said to be the handsomest monument in America. The granite shaft, thirty feet high, and over six feet square at the base, resembles Washington's Monument in Washington, D. C. in simplicity. It towers above other stone in Trinity Cemetery and is said to be the handsomest and most expensive grave mark ever erected by any individual out of his own funds. WHITE MOTHER LOYAL TO SON Doylestown, Pa., Dec. 21 —Five hundred persons crowd the local court room to attend the trial of 15 year old Edward Turner, a mulatto, who killed his colored father with a rifle while defending his white mother from assault. "Don't worry dear," Mrs. Edwards told him. "It will come out all right." unce that we will be all its branches, December 20th thrifty members of o place their deposits ing. Club now forming. BROTHER MERRY XMAS!! DRUGS WORTH $100,000 SIEZED Federal Officers In Toledo Ohio, Find Morphine, Cocaine And Opium In Queer Places Physician And Newspaper Editor Did A Business Of $360 A Day Toledo, Ohio. Dec. 22.—Dr. Phillip Magnus Johnson, physician, ex-army captain, together with Mike Fisher, HI. Davis of New York and Kevin Lester are out on $20,000 bail each, awaiting trial for selling "dope." Federal officers watched the quartette for a week and in the raid got $100,000 worth of morphine, cocaine, and opium, snugged in from Canada by way of London. At the Lester home, 2002 N. Fourteenth street, "dope" was found in the hatter in a cloak under carpets and back of pictures. Several thousand dollars worth were found in Johnson's house. Records show that the physician did a business amounting to between $200 and $360 a day. When caught Dr. Johnson fell down before a crucifix pleading his innocence, but his wife put up $20,000 ball in her own name. The Associated Negro Press Boston, Mass., Dec. 23—Protests against the proposed measure of Congress to reduce the congressional representation of the Southern States unless Negroes were afforded the use of franchise were sent to Mr. Tinkham and Speaker Gillett by the Commonhood of Negroes their headquarters in Cambridge. J. Clifton Smith, president of the organization, said that the step suggested by Mr. Tinkham, far from aiding the Negro, would make it more difficult for him to secure any representation at all. Mr. Smith declared that the measure "offered no relief to disfranchised Negroes, but is a step toward legalization." He also said that therench it by distributing the advantages of unequal representation to all white persons voting." He asserted that none of these would suffer a reduction in representatives, but the whole burden would fall on the Negro. Philadelphia, Pa., Dec. 23.—A few days ago a notice on one of the bulletin boards of the University of Pennsylvania called for colored men to come out to the meeting of the Ku Klux Klan Club. Investigation proved it to be a social club only. A Merry Christmas ERNEST PURVIA THE DREXEL AUF EXTRAVI CHRISTMAS, Saturday, 1 Thursday, Decen NEW YEARS, Saturday, Hamer's Orchestra ENTREE OPPOSE TINKHAM Ku Klux In U. of P. LAST OPEN SLAVE MARKET IS IN AFRICA Moroccoan Black Men And Women Bought And Sold, Put Into Soft Jobs Prohibits Sale And Hopes To Wipe It Out In European Zones London, England, Dec. 20 — According to the Daily Mail, the only open slave market in the world today exists in Waz冈, Morocco, a Mohammedan city recently occupied by the French. The market is held annually during the pilgrimage to Mecca, and masters bring their "goods" pamphlets to an open place of ground, giving them ground ask questions about the age of the slaves, inspect teeth, pinch arms, and ask the males to lift heavy loads, meantime hanging over the price. The lot of a slave is a happy one. All they have to do is to escort visitors thru the grounds of the estate of a rich Moor, warn visitors away from the harbens, and dance or tell stories to amuse guests. Fifteen are sometimes employed in the master's tea. After the French troops zome the slave mart was prohibited and effort is being made to wipe it out of European zones. MRS. BROWN FILES SUIT For Third Time This Year Asks Court For Separation From Her Through her attorneys Hawkins and McMechen, Mrs. Susie W. Brown filed her third suit this year for divorce from her husband, Captain George W. Brown, in Circuit Court No. 2 Monday. She asks for a partial divorce, alleging that her husband has been cruel to her. She also asks that he has tried to harm her, conveying his affection in the property and jointly by them at 2103 Drudh Hill avenue. In order to prevent her husband from letting the taxes and ground rent thereon get into arrears or the furniture and other effects be sold she asks that a receiver be appointed for the property. She claims that her husband owns the properties at 1541 N. Carey street, 1210 Myrtle avenue and the pleasure resort known as Brown's Grove, also the steamer Starlin's first suit for partial divorce was dismissed by Judge Dawkins early last summer folloaling a trial lasting several days in open court. She later filed a bill for an absolute divorce, but this was withdrawn on November 29. cents of in- kinal- nord- sent lettt roes am- step far make Mr. sure gals to He could visit Salisbury Is Biggest Town Washington, D. C., Dec. 23.—The following are the population figures for Maryland towns in 1920:— Salisbury 7,553 Cambridge 7,467 Crisfield 4,116 Easton 2,442 Elkton 2,600 Chestertown 2,587 Poemsmoke 2,444 Centreville 1,765 Snow Hill 1,684 Denton 1,570 More Farmers In Anne' Ranel Washington, D. C., Dec. 23.—The census report for Anne' Ranel County shows 1,489 white farmers, 145 coloured. The coloured farmers increased 12 per cent, the white farmers decreased 7 per cent. New York, Dec. 23. — Branding members of the Ku Klux Klan as narrow minded, biggeset and scare head phonetics. District Attorney Alfred J. Talley, white, declared that there was no need for them in New York, and that no quote would be shown if they came in New York. A Happy New Year VIANCE PRESENTS AUROREA BOREALIS AVAGANZA day, Dec. 25. Matinee Night December 30. Night day, Jan. 1. Matinee Night Warley's Orchestra 50 CENTS D DANCE 12 PAGES. Zones Husband ERNEST PURVIANCE FLOOR MANAGER HAD $65,000 IN HOLE IN THE WALL Washington, D. C., Dec. 23—Prohibition Officer W. J. Green, arrested Victoria Terrell, 2000 Green's Court, N. W., for selling whiskey at $3.00 a half pint. She asked him to wait a minute while she got her money. She sampled on a claw she looked behind a picture and from a hole in the wall, pulled out an old tin bucket which contained $6,500 in bills. There wasn't $75 worth of furniture in the whole house, Victoria paid $50 fine with a smile for her offense. BLACK PONZI GOES TO JAIL BLACK PONZI GOES TO JAIL Henry E. Bryant Gets Two And A Half Years Behind The Bars In Philadelphia FOOLED 2,000 Police Authorities Estimate He Cleaned Up Over $35,000 Philadelphia, Pa., Dec. 23. Henry E. Bryant, will not fool anyboy he brought two and a half years. He was sentenced to jail for that purpose this week for taking money under false pretence. Bryant called himself "international president of the Thrift Race of the World," a billion dollar corporation with headquarters at 728 S. Broad street. He said the company had $25,000 worth of stock in the Mythical corporation in less than a year. He is said to have gotten $7,000 additional from people in Washington. Bryant's scheme was to negotiate for valuable lands and then trick persons into purchasing stock in the company. The trial testified that he negotiated for the purchase of a million five hundred dollar building at Tenth and Market streets, and a $25,000 building at 728 Broad street. The police called him one of the 1. Cap. Circuit The police called him one of the cleverest swimmers in the country. divorce. It has been that convey property them In STATE TEACHERS TO MEET Interesting Program. At Annual Session. At. Princess. Anne Next Week STATE TEACHERS TO MEET Interesting Program At. Annual Session At. Dessinne Anne Next Week Princess Anne, Md., Dec. 23— The annual session of the Maryland State Colored Teachers' Association will be held at Princess Anne Academy next week. An educational cormen will be preached by Rev. W. R. A. Palmer, at Metropolitan M. E. Church Sunday night, followed by an address by Prof. J. W. Huffington, white State supervisor of colored school. On Monday morning there will be departmental conferences for the county supervisors, high school, elementary, domestic science and art and manual training teachers, Community league workers and trustees will also meet. Among those on the program for Monday are: John B. Deacon, of Fondren; M. J. B. Gordy of Salisbury; Miss M. W. F. Wigington, Miss L. Brentwood, Dennis Noble, Miss L. T. Kennard, A. D. Owens, Hilbert Wilson, Stephen H. Long J. W. Parks, George W. B. Overton, W. S. Leigh, Jr., Mrs. Edna Thomas Smith, W. H. Hayman, Miss Porta Miller, Mrs. Cella Ricketts and Maj. Alastair Washington, of Hampston Institute. Discussions on educational topics will take place Tuesday, President George B. Murphy will deliver his annual address, officers for the ensuing year will be elected and Dr. J. C. Murman, of Washington, will speak at the closing session in the evening. Raise Federal Employees Washington, D. C. Dec. 23—Representative Nillack of New Jersey, has introduced a bill asking for a raise for all Federal Employees. Custodians, guards and watchmen are to receive from $1140 to $1290; cleaners $1080 to $1620; assistant inmilors from $1440 to $1840. Custodial inforces and vary from forty to forty-eight cents an hour. WANTED Man wanted with fifteen hundred dollars to take half interest in well established Wholesale and Retail Holding contract with large clothing factory, pressing 500 to 600 new coats per week. Man with experience to manage same preferred, or will sell. Those meaning business apply 641 N. EUTAW ST. Ohio Collegians v of states of OHIO & MICH. DANCING FOR Ohio Collegians of states of OHIO & MICH. DANCING FO LINWOOD G. KOGER Promoters E, EVERETT LANE Lynohings this Year—President-elect Harding and the new Administration are pledged to use every effort to stamp out this great American Pastime. CHINESE GIRLS ARE SOLD FOR SIXTY DOLLAR Good Looking Ones Victims Of The Country-wide Famine Bring More ECLIPSE CAUSES PANIC Rev. Chas. E. Stewart, Pastor Of Ebenezer Tells Of His Visit To China (Rev. Chas. E. Setwalt, pastor of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, will appear in his pulpit Sunday morning in time to preach his Christmas sermon. Rev. Stewart is now on the occasion home from attending the Sunday School Convention in Tokyo, Japan. He also visited China, India, the Malay Peninsula. This letter is postmarked Marseilles France.) Just before we left Shanghai for Hong Kong and was received from Tsinghua that homeless and intelligent Chinese girls are as good in being auctioned in some of the Chinese Treaty towns. They are from the famine regions and are practically destitute or every necessity of life. A Chinese girl, who is rather well favored in looks, brings about $60.00 for ten to twelve of age, are sold for so snail a pittance as $4.00 or $6.00 per head. We arrived at Hong Kong on the afternoon preceding a total ellipse of the moon. At about eight thirty that evening the shadows started across the moon which was very plainly visible. Hearing a dreadful communication outside I thought a fat man in progress was in trouble into the Chinese settlements of the lower classes from where the trouble seemed to come. I found them all watching the moon and making a terrific noise. These Chinese consider the ellipse as something of mystery and always revive in their superstitious minds the popular legend of a celestial dragon devouring the moon. In their view, if human agency could save such a man which would threaten to cause the total extension of the human body, then any means that can be taken to produce a noise of sufficient volume to scare away the dragon from his meal must not be spared. These Chinese exploded into crackles in great numbers, then beat upon drums, tom toms, gongs and other instruments from the streets and rooftops of houses. Others spent money for incense which they burned freely together with candles, joss papers upon impromised altars, in a united supplication to the Joss man for his intervention to avert the catastrophe. A few of the younger spirits grew, brave and proceeded to heap abuse upon the wicked dragon, which apparently proceeded with its meal. This total ellipse on such a clear night was very beautiful. Vast wealth is represented in the beautiful city of Hongkong. Great Briton has spent her millions in great fortifications about the city. Overlooking the city is a great mountain peak, the forest-clad wealth of Hongkong have built their palatial hom hotels. As one looks down up city from the summit of the which commands a view entire city and harbor, its dermment comes over us. English money and skill are used. As I start to walk down the street, the vast variety of souls happy in their dens of jungled palms and Asiatic herbage, for no one dare slay a bird in these precincts of wealth and fashion. (Next week Rev. Stewart will tell of his visit to India.) SERVANTS ONLY White Labor Head Deprecates Entrance Of Girls Into Offices Birmingham, Ala., Dec. 22.—The white head of one of the labor employment bureau here has recently lamented the fact that colored young women are filling positions in the office together with positions in various business concerns that should be occupied by white girls. He has stated that there are in this community more than 2,000 such places being filled, and that if the colored girls were disposed there would be a way to solve the house-servant problem. This official states that colored young women are boycoting the house-servant jobs. Officer Transferred Washington, D. C., Dec. 22.—Officer Judson Westmoreland, connected with the prohibition department has been transferred to the New York district at his own request. Near Lynching In Virginia Fincastle, Va., Dec. 23.—A mob of lynchers persued and nearly got Edmond Thompson, 18 years old, who killed one white boy and wounded two others in a fight. vs Athenian A. A. of BALTIMORE FOLLOWS GAME - MON., DEC. 27th News From Correspondents In Maryland & Pennsylvania CHARLOTTE HALL Charlotte, Md., Dec. 23—Sunday The indices of the church rendered a very fine program. Brother Patrick Douglass, preached to a large crowd in the morning. Rev E. M. Dent, the was Woman's Day at Galleria Church, pastor preached at night. Miss Ethel Gray rended the music. Rev E. M. Dent was in Baltimore Monday on business. Mrs. Margaret Brooks after being sick for sometime died on Nov. 23rd, and was buried Thanksgiving Day at Ebenzer Church. She was 81 years of age and leaves a host of alster and friends to mourn their lost. Very impressive services were con- by the pastor. Rev J. G. Goins. The entertainment and debate held at Ethementain Church Thursday night was much enjoyed. The subject of the debate was: "Which was of Most Use In the Community Woman or Man". Those who debated for men were Mr. Charles Butler, Mr. Fenrick Stewart and Mr. Abraham Butler. Those who debated on Women; were Messrs. L. Jenifer, Patrick Longpault and Rev. J. G. Goins. The judges were Mrs. A. Butler, Mrs. M. Butler and Rev. E. M. Dent. It was proved that the men was of the most use in the community. Rev. and Mrs. Randall of St. Inegoes in company with Mrs. Gruff motored to Charlotte Hall, Friday to visit Rev. and Mrs. Dent. Rev. J. G. Goins is in Baltimore this week attending important meetings. Rev. E. M. Dent and the members of Gailfee M. E. Church are having their church remodeled. WOODVILLE Woodville, Md., Dec. 25—Regular services were held at John Wesley M. E. Church on Sunday at 11 A. M. Miss Coring Glassco has returned from a pleasant visit to relatives and friends in Washington, D. C. Mr. Wm. Fouler and little niece. Miss Fannie Fowler spent the weekend in Baltimore, Md. Miss Dorothy Douglas has returned from a pleasant visit to friends in Washington. The members of John Wesley M. E. Church are planning for their annual bazar to be held at Old Fellows Hall. Jan 5 to 12 inclusive. The fourth quarterly conference of the Woodville Charge was held at John Wesley M. E. Church on Tuesday by the District Superintendent, Rev. D. D. Turner. HAVE DE GRACE Have I be Grace, Md. Dec. 22—The Fair which was held at the local school Dec. 6th, and 7th was a success. The amount cleared was $59. Miss Ellen Combs is teacher of the domestic Science and Professor to W. Noble, teacher of Manual Training. Professor Noble is also County Supervisor. Mrs. Elizabeth Osborne is improving. Mrs. Frances Skinner and Mr. John T. Skinner are both quite sick. On Friday Dec. 10, a number of ladies met at the home of Mrs. R. J. Caswell and organized an art club. The club is to be known as the 12th Hour Art Club. Ms. Florence Travers, president; Miss Jessie Johnson, vice president; Mrs. Carrie Ransey, secretary; Mrs. R. J. Caswell, assistant secretary. On Friday Dec. 17 the club met at the home of Mrs. Ransey. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Annie Emms on Revolution street. The Primary Department of the local school will have closing exercises for Christmas, which will be held at the school building. ELKTON Elkton Md. Dec. 22—The Christmas exercises will be held on Monday evening Dec. 27th, 1920 at Wrights M. E. Church. All are cordially held. The pastor Rev. A. W. Smith has returned after visiting in Newberry and Greenville, he was also present during the session of the Piedmont A. M. E conference which was held in Newberry at Millers Chapel, Bishop W. D. Chappelle presiding. It was one of the best conferences ever held in the state of South Carolina. All reports were good and harmony and peace, prevailed. Mesdames Marion White and Aldie Thomas spent first of the week in Wilmington, Delaware. Messrs. Edgar and Charles Piner, Robert Williams and William Metcabe visited the Dunbar Theatre in Philadelphia Saturday. Mrs. Hannah Patterson, of Sharon Hill, Pa., formerly of Elkton died Saturday morning after an illness of pneumonia. She leaves two sisters and a brother. Interment in Elkton Cemetery. Mr. Theodore Archie of Havre De Grace spent Sunday with friends. The Community League of Elkton called a meeting a few days ago in which much important business was transacted. Mrs. Madie Moore, vice president presided over the meeting. This league is in custody of the funds which was to have been given to the county for an addition and improvement to the school building. The next meeting of the League will be held on the first Thursday night in January at Wright's A. M. E. Church. Frederick, Md., Dec. 23—At the request of the State Department of Education, Supervisor, J. W. Bruner gave a demonstration and lecture at the Bowle Normal School last Wednesday. Mr. Edward Walker, of Hagerstown, was here last week, visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Horace Walker of W. H. street. Mr. S. J. B. Drummond, who was visiting her mother in Pocosoke City, has returned to Frederick. Mrs. George H. Clark and John E. Pleasant spent last Sunday in Hagerstown. Miss Oelia Berry a student of M. a very interesting sermon was Storm College, Berry Perry, W. Va., preached by Rev. David Stanley, is spending the holidays with her leader us 04. Class, at night Rev. parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Berry. John Wilson preached. Each service Miss Mary H. Evans, a teacher at the Bentz Street School, this city, will spend the Christmas holidays at her home, Meyersdale, Pa. Mrs. M. Priscilla Butler, principal of the W. 17th Street School this city, will spend her Xmas vacation with relatives in New York City. Mr. William Hammond, who was formerly a resident of Ebenezer, this county after an illness of two weeks died at Monterey Hospital near this city last week of paralysis at the age of 91. His death has revealed the fact that two colored women and one colored man at the institution are all near twenty mark. The man, Mr. Wan, Hawk, will be 65 years old next March and is the oldest inmate at Montevue, which cures for both white and colored indigents. The women are each over 90 years of age, and there are several other colored inmates between 85 and 90 years of age. HAGERSTOWN Hugerstown, Md., Dec. 22—The Senior choir at Bedford A. M. E. Church gave a concert Tuesday Dec. 14, entitled "The New Minister" under the direction of Mrs. Richard Harmon. A large crowd was in attendance. Rev. S. M. Johnson, pastor. a public school teacher in Frederick County rural school district. Mrs. Eunni. Cook of Sharburg, Md., spent the week-end with Mrs. Nannie Goops, 87 W. Church St. Mrs. Harriet Hirst, West Bethel street is confined to her home suffering a physical break down. Mrs. Wheaton is one the communities oldest residents and is now nearing her sixth year. Her husband Mr. Jacob Wheaton, well known, in a few days will be 86 years of age. Mrs. Pamille Irwin a daughter of Mrs. Wheaton, of New York has been called home because of her mother's illness, also her daughter -in-law, Mrs. Elisie Wheaton, of Jersey City, N. J. Mrs. Joseph Drexel Synopaced Orchestra of Baltimore rendered the music for a dance given in Samaritan Hall by the Busy Bee Social Club. A large crowd was in attendance. LONG GREEN Long Green, Md. Dec. 22—Rev. Dr. D. G. Hilli, Presiding Elder, preached at Mt. Zion Sunday morning and after services held quarterly conference. The reports showed the church to be in a progressive state with all department doing good work. The Sunshine Circle held a donation party on Friday night at the residence of Mr. John Quickly for Key, W. H. Baker and family. Groceries and money were presented, them. Mrs. Elizabeth Quickly is the president. Mrs. Amanda Forrester visited Mrs. Mary Anderson in Baltimore on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Gregg and Mrs. L. J. Pennington also Miss Dorothy Gregg visited Mrs. Margaret Quickley, Mr. and Mrs. Philip Bell and family on Sunday. Mrs. May Well, of Philadelphia and Miss Elizabeth Cromwell of Baltimore spent the week-end with Mr. and Mrs. J. Cromwell Jr. *Mrs. Lucy Foster, of Baltimore spent Sunday with her parents Mrs. and Mrs. Elijah Gwym and attended the Christmas entertainment given by the scholars of Palatine public School.* *Mrs. Margaret Davage is teacher.* CEDAR POINT NECK Cedar Point Neck; Md., Dec. 22—Misses Wineford and Maria Brewery Messrs. C. L. Brown and W. E. Brawer spent Sunday last with Miss Viola Blair a teacher in public school here. Mrs. Emma Wheeler, who has been alluring for some time has gone to Washington for treatment at the Freedmans Hospital. Mr. Morgan Payton and family of Washington spent Sunday last with his uncle Mr. Fred Wheeler. Little Miss Simons the president of the H. Q. A. C. gave a reception last Wednesday evening. The little folks present enjoyed themselves. Miss Viola Blair has returned to her duties as a teacher after spending some time with her sick sister in Washington, D. C. WHITE PLAINS White Plains, Md. Md. Dec. 22—Mrs. Annie Forrest, died here last week from Tuberculosis. She was laid to rest in St. Joseph's Church, Pontier, Md. Kev. Father Matthews officiated. Mrs. Forrest is survived by her husband, M. Alison Forrest and three children, Louise, James and Annie. Mr. Theopolis Proctor, of Pittsburgh, Pa. is spending the Xmas holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Proctor. Mrs. Lena B. Hawkins spent a few days in Baltimore, doing her Xmas shopping. Messrs. William Blair and Philip Woodland motored to Washington Thursday last to see their sick sister, Mrs. E. Morton, of 1348 Florida ave. DELTA. PA. Delta, Pa., Dec. 23—Hew. Bicker, of Long Green, Md., filled the pulpit at Trinity A. M. E. Church Sunday evening. Mrs. Josephine Gibson and niece Miss Anna Jordan spent several days in Kenneth Square visiting her sister, Mrs. Ernest Bond. a niece of the bride, Miss. Franklin Daines. The bride's maid was a sister of the bride, Mrs. Bessie Morgan of Philadelphia and the best man a brother of the groom, Mr. George Morgan of Highland, Md. The ring ceremony by Rev. D. P. Whitten. The bride received many beautiful and useful presents. Those present from out-of-own were Misses Alberta and Elizabeth Jones, Miss Elizabeth Harris, Messrs. Nelson Johnson and Alvin Gibson of York, and Mr. Dewey Gibson, of Pittsburgh, Others present were: Mr. and Mrs. Vivil Johnson and daughter, Marion, M. and Mrs. Wm. Morgan, M. and Mrs. Joseph Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Gibson, Rev. and D. P. Whitten, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hollis, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lee, Mr. Albert Gibson and Miss Elizabeth Buchanan, Ms. Mary Craig, Mrs. Ida Miller, Mr. and Mrs. John Sweeny, Mrs. Frances Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bivans and Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Buchanan. CAMBRIDGE Cambridge, Md. Dec. 23—Sunday was a big day at Bethel Church as it was Class Leaders Day. At 11 A. Rev, and Mrs. Wun. Harris have returned home after a pleasant trip to Baltimore. Mrs. Barris also attended the the Mile Missionary Convention there, Rev. Harris preached several good sermons at Water's A. M. E. Church. The Ladies Mysterious club held their regular meeting at the home of Mrs. Mary Jenkins. Mrs. Margaret W. Stewart died at her home on Cedar street last Thursday. The funeral was held at Bethel Church Sunday afternoon and $^{12}$ was very largely attended. She leaves a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. Rev. Harris and congregation worshipped at Waugh M. E. Church Sunday at 4 P. M. Mrs. Maria Ennels died at her home on Washington street, last week after a long illness. The funeral was held at Bethel Church and was largely attended. Mr. Gree Tyler is visiting relatives and friends in Cambridge. Rev. Mary Stockley preached at St. Luke Church Sunday night. Mr. Johnne Henry, better known as huck, has returned home after hay- main after a spell of sickness. Mr. George Kennard met with the mistreatment of saving off several of his fingers recently while raising a wood saver. The merry concert Band of Cambridge filled an engagement at Chester, Pa., last Thursday Dec. 16. Mr. Frank Williams is improving from a broken thumb. He has returned to Ballimore after spending several days with his mother in this city. Much sympathy is being expressed for the little daughters of Mr. and Mrs. Queen Wilson who are very sick at their home corner of High and Pine streets. Mrs. Rosie Earls is visiting relatives and friends in Baltimore. The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Ogle half of high school is very sick. Mr. Preston Warfield was stricken with paralysis Saturday while at work. He died at his home Sunday night. The funeral was held this week. He was well known through Maryland having played in the Merry band for years and was one of its oldest members, but resigned a few years ago. Thursday Dec. 9, a number of respected citizens of the community responded to the call and request of the principal of the High School, Pine St., ana organized a Community League. A short but interesting program preceded the election of the following officers; S. E. W. Camper, president; Mrs. M. B. Cornish, vice president; Miss Mabel Burrows, secretary; Miss Elizabeth St Clair, assisting secretary; Mrs. Harriet Anderson, treasurer. Committee on constitution, Mr. E. Deloris Preston Jr., chairman, S. E. W. Caimer, Rev. M. A. Thompson, Mr. L. H. Buggs. Wednesday evening the second meeting was held at the High School. There were a few short talks by members preceding the installation of officers which was followed by refreshments prepared by the High School Domestic Class under the supervision of Miss Armwood and served free. It is hoped that all parents and friends will be present at the next meeting January 5th, at S. P. M. CHESTERTOWN Chestertown, Md., Dec. 23—The services at Bethel A, M. E. Church were well attended Sunday. The pastor Rev. J. H. Fitzhett preached a soul stirring sermon. The Usherms met as the home of Mr. Charles Butler. Whipped lemonade and cake was served. The Pink Tea given last Monday evening at Bethel A, M. E. Church was quite a success, given under the auspices of the Mite Missionary Society. Mrs. Lillie Mitchell is on the sick list. Mrs. Louise Johnson was indoors several days last week with a severe cold. Dr. and Mrs. Richmond have moved in the house vacated by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sheppard at 212 N. Calvert St. Rev. Harrison Redding filled, the pulpit Sunday night. GOVANS Govans, Md. Dec. 23—Mrs. Cecelia Butler, of Newport, R. I., is spending the winter with Mrs. Harriet Shmus of Govans, Md. Mr. and Mrs. Howard L. Govans of White Hall, Md., will spend the Christmas holidays with Mrs. Harriet Simmons of Govans, Md. Mrs. Howard L. Govans was formally. Mice Gerritru THE AFRO-AMERICAN EASTON Easton, Md.; Dec. 23—Sunday was Stewards Day, the pastor preached morning and night. The Sunday School was well attended. Mrs. Annie Jenkins, the delegate to the Mite Missionary Society spoke at the night services. Mrs. Annie Jenkins and Rev. Addison have returned home from Baltimore after attending the Mite Missionary meeting at Wayman A. M. E. Church. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Goldsborough and left a fine baby. Mrs. Harriet Woolford the wife of Silas Woolford died suddenly from an attack of heart deceases. The funeral took place at Aubury M. E. Church 2:50 P.M. Funeral directors Grimes and Marshall. She leaves a husband and son Ernest Jackson of Baltimore, Md., grand son, Paul Brown of Easton, Md., one great grandmother, Huth L. Brown, of Easton, Md. two nieces, eight nephews, one daughter-in-law and two adopted daughter and a host relative to marry their loss. The funeral of Mrs. Jachel Lucas of Port street, took place at Ashbury M. E. Church Wednesday afternoon. Grimes and Marshall funeral directors. Miss White, one of our teachers has resigned her position and gone to Baltimore where she will make her future home. RELLEVUE. Bellevue, Md. Dec. 23—Sunday was Steward and Brother-brother Day, the rally was a good success. Mr. Clarence Gibson collected $18.25 and Mr. Wm. White collected $44.26. Our pass the merger and administrator com G. C. C. George A. Watty, visited Dunbar Lodge No. 33 K. of P, Wednesday Dec. 15. Mrs. Carla Gardner worshipped with us Sunday evening. Messrs. Sherman and Albert Harris, and Mr. and Mrs. E. Fields visited our church Sunday. Mr. Edward Green is on the sick list. The Sunday School of St. Luke Church is preparing a program for Xmas. SHARPTOWN Sharptown, Md. Dec. 25—Last Saturday night the "Little Workers" gave a concert at the school. Mr. Edward Cosley: us Sunday morning and he compared the religious spirit of today with that of fifty years ago. Rev. Raisin preached a sermon taking as his theme "Biting Serpents." Ironides, Md., Dec. 23—Sunday was missionary day at Mt. Hope Baptist Church, the services were largely attended. Mr. V. M., H. H. Smith, brother of Mrs. F. Smith Thomas, died in Washington, D. C. Dec. 17 and was buried Dec. 10. Regular services were held at Little Zion Baptist Church Sunday, Rev. E. Thomas Broadus, the pastor preached an inspiring sermon to an appreciative audience after which the Holy Communion was administered. Price were in Washington Saturday; Mrs. M. B. Robinson, who is teaching at Pomfret, Mr., spent the week- end at her home here. Professor J. C. Paris and Mr. M. K. Posey were the week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Posey, the latter's parents. Mr. Herman Jennifer spent the week-end in Washington, D. C. Mrs. Charlotte Jennifer and Mrs. Lannie Brown are on the sick list. Mr. and Mrs. Brent Jennifer motored to La Plata Saturday; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Brown were in La Plata Saturday on business. CUMBERLAND Cumberland, M.D. Dec. 23. The spirit of yuletide is among the people of our city and all churches are planning for elaborate programs for the occasion. The oyster supper given at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church Wednesday of last week by the Stewardesses under the management of Mrs. M. E. Ethodes was a grand success, they having realized over forty dollars. The regular monthly meeting of the Union League of this city was held Monday evening of last week at Mechanic Street High School. A splendid program was rendered to a well crowded house. Dr. Bueford Westbrooks or dentist delivered a fine address. His pleasing manner and his thoughts being original and so well put together until he held his listeners spell-bound from start to finish. A fine paper was read by Mrs. Gibson wife of Professor Gibson, principal of the high school. It was her first appearance before the public since her arrival in Cumberland. Dr. Sparks, the president of the league was well pleased with all proceedings. The Woman's Mite-Missionary Society of Metropolitan Church had their annual sermon preached Sunday of this week by the pastor Rev. F. S. Dennis to well-filled church. The sermon, on Missions was well delivered. Mn. Wm. Hollingsworth surprised both pastor and congregation by announcing that he wanted to present rev. and Mrs. Dennis a turkey for Christmas and in about five minutes nearly ten dollars was placed on the table. A quiet and surprising marriage ceremony was performed at Metropolitan parsonage at noon Monday of this week between Mr. Wm. R. F.ax of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Miss Margurille V. Billiman of Baltimore, Md. Rev. F. S. Dennis officiating. Mr. Leroy Edmunds of Linden St. paid a flying visit to Youngstown, Ohio Saturday of last week looking up real estate sites. Mrs. Elizabeth Darr, who has been quite sick is improved. Miss Eleonora Lee, of Ann St., is confined to her home with symptoms. Professor J. C. Parks spent the week-end with Professor M. P. Possey at his home in Ironsides and attended services at Zion Baptist Church, at Hill Top Sunday morning. Miss Ethel Howard and Miss Ruth Burkhead spent Saturdays in Washington. Miss Eurkhead, Miss Howard, Mr. Parks, and Mr. Possey were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James M. Datcher for the evening on Friday. Mr. Harry Bowman, a popular carpenter of Washington is planning to settle here. Mr. Bowman has charge of the work on the new Training school here. Mr. Fred Myers, is building a beautiful home on the large farm he recently bought here. Dr. Smith, of Washington, visited Crisfield, Mt., Dec. 23—At Shiloh M. E. Church at H. A. M. the pastor, Rev. C. S. Spring preached a soul stirring sermon to a large congregation, 2:20 P. M. Sunday School and 8 P. M. Rev. Abraham Serber filled the pulpit. At St Paul A. M. E. Church the pastor Rev. G. W. Scott preached a wonderful sermon 'from' Matthew gospel of the "Coming Jesus Christ". Quite a number of folks were present. S. P. M. Rev. G. W. Scott filled the pulpit. Rev. and Mrs. Scott will leave for Washington, where they will spend Christmas with their parents. Mrs. John S. Collins has returned home after a pleasant trip to Baltimore, also attending the Mite Missionary Society meeting in that city. Miss Emily Wilson, who is a student at the Salisbury High School has returned home to spend Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Algie Wilson on S. 4th street. Mr. Charles Morgan who has spent R. O. G. Hunter is pastor in charge. Rev. 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Mrs. Alice Quarles, of Germantown, Pa. spent the week-end with relatives here. Mrs. S. J. Parker has returned after spending sometime with relatives in Philadelphia. Miss Hester G. Smith spent the week-end in Baltimore. An oyster supper was given at the Masonic Hall Dec. 16. Mrs. John W. Stump spent sometime in Camden, N. J., visiting relatives. Mrs. Edith Presberry, of Ardmore, Pa. was buried from Hosanna Church Monday. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Wm. Presberry and one brother, Mr. George Bessex and a host of friends to mourn their loss. Mrs. C. A. Hopkins, Mrs. Wm. Archer and Mrs. Amanda Newsome are on the sick list. POMONKEY Ponkonkey, Md., Dec. 22 - The work on the Pure Gold Baptist Church is moving nicely, the contractor expects to have the building ready for New Years services. When completed the edifice will be a credit to this community. The building is being erected at the cost of about $2500. Icv. Be attractive. 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This year the wave of economic uncertainty will compel many families to save, but if you are in good health, your cheerfulness and good humor will make the Christmas-tide: full of happiness. Trimer's Bitter home for the Wine should be in. holidays, because it is the best guarantee and prevention. It cleans the bowels, removes gases from the stomach, aids digestion, and sharpens appetite. But you must get the original Triner's Bitter Wine, the old faithful remedy, first in America, brought to the market 30 years ago, often imitated, but never equaled. Always look at what you get and accept only the genuine Triner's Bitter Wine! — Joseph Triner's Company, 1333-45 S. Ashland avenue, Chicago Ill. Lovefeast At Allen Church Expected Removal Of Two Class Leaders Did Not Take Place Friday Night TROUBLE OVER LEGACY $100 Left By Late Joseph Owens Turned Over To Church The expected removals of Ernest Granton and Joseph Williams as chief officers. Allen A. M. E. Church did not take place last Friday night, some of the members had requested. Instead, the meet- of the official board is said to be broken up in a lovefest, followed by all-cound handshaking. Trouble has been posed time, and all on account of a legacy of $100 bounty by the late Joseph Owens. The money, not being available for six months, was deferred with Harry A. Wilson, banker, Rev. C. H. Stepthean, the pastor, is said to have demanded that Mr. Williams turn the money over to him. The latter is said, is until sufficient number of the funds went with him to withdraw the money. This was sent to Mr. Thompson appeared in the church several Sunday nights ago. The pastor is said to have ignored Mr. Thompson who disliked the congregates. Mr. Gasson arrested the attention of the congregation by saying that Mr. Thompson had some money for the church. "Let us hear about the money," chanced a number of the worship- Mr. Thompson by this time was on his way out of the church, but the pastor seeing that the congregation was aroused, called him back. The class-leader then demanded that papers showing that he had turned the money over be given him. He his his son hurried into the parsonage for them, and on their production that was turned over. An apology was demanded of the two class-leaders by the pastor last Friday night, it is said. Mr. Williams is said to have told the pastor that he was willing to give up his books. There are said to be two factions in the church. One faction petitioned to Bishop Johnson to remove the pastor at the last annual conference. Another faction is alleged to demand that he handle all money, thus making the church to treasure a figurehead. The pastor in order to have a firm hold on things is said to have ordered all of the classes to meet on Wednesday nights a few weeks before the first Wednesday. This management is said to be unsatisfactory to some of the leading members. Some of the most active and have been members are said to have been arrested during the past pastorister. When the mortgage burning was held three weeks ago, Bishop Johnson is said to have expressed disdain at only being allowed five minutes in which to speak. He said he had known he would have had to speak at the Philadelphia to attend the celebration. The bishop is also reported as having said that he would have liked to have talked about the pastor's political activities. He also said that he had been over to Trinity A. M. E. Church in political activities, but that the pastor of Trinity Church was not present. FORMER CHURCH SEXTON BURIED White Woman And Pastor Disagree About Eulogy The funeral if Mr. Lloyd Wells, at one time section of Allen A. M. F. Church was held at the church last Saturday (March 21). C. H. Stephan, who delivered the eulogy, he did not know much about the relations of the deceased, as he had heard his testify in class meeting but not. As the funeral party and congregation was leaving the church, a white woman, connected with the Home of Incurables, where Mr. Wells was last employed, accepted the pastor and wanted to know why the eulogy had been so colorless. "He was a good man," she said, "he was a good man," the pastor asked. "Who did you say so then," the white woman asked. Mr. Wells died suddenly at his home, 1903 W. Lexington street, on Wednesday of last week. He is survived by a widow. To Hold Xmas Services All of the local churches will hold Christmas services this Saturday morning. Sermons will be preached by the pastors and special music sing. Watch meeting services will be held by the church of all denomination next Friday night. Revival services will start in some immediately thereafter. Resigns As Steward Giving "press of business" as his reason, Attorney George L. Pendleton has resigned as a member of the official board of Trinity A. M. E. Church. Attend Mid-Year Conference Revs J. W. McCoy and Joseph L. Butter have returned from Hamburg; Pa. where the attended the mid-year session of the Philadelphia and Baltimore Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church. The collections exceeded $5,600. MINISTERS MEET JOINTLY The local Methodist Ministerial met with the Washington M.E. Teachers' Meeting in the latter which time a. handsome, traveling m. was presented Bishop M.-We. Clair. Washington, D. C., Dec. 23. —The funeral of Rev. Joseph H. Robinson pastor of the M. E. Church at Bennings, Md., was held from the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, Rev M. Tanner, pastor, last Saturday afternoon, under the auspices of the Local Preachers' Meeting. Rev, J. A. Briscoe presided and remarks were made by Dr. O. T. Jones, W. H. Manokoo, Dr. Travler, Dr. C. H. Young, Rev. A. D. Holder. A solo was sung by Rev George W. Nicholls. Negro Academy To Meet Washington, D. C., Dec. 23—The twenty-fourth annual session of the American Negro Academy will be held at the Dunbar High School, Tuesday and Wednesday of next week. YOUNG MEN'S C BIG ANNIVERS At WATERS A. East Bay SUNDAY, JANUAR Review of Association Hist Anniversary Address Pastor of Solo, Mr. John Woodard Special music by the Every member is urged XMAS CA The Sunday School of Fi "Christma MEN'S CHRISTIAN ANNIVERSARY SENI At WATERS A. M. E. CHUR East Baltimore SUNDAY, JANUARY 2nd, 4 Association History, Member Y Address Dr. Freder Pastor of Bethel A. I John Woodard al music by the Alphian G member is urged to attend to XMAS CANTATA Day School of First Baptist C christmas Fo Anniversary Address Member of Committee Dr. Frederick Douglass, Pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church Soho, New York The Sunday School of First Baptist Church presents "Christmas Folks" (a Christmas Eve Dream) Monday, December 27th, at 8 P. M. Mr. W. A. Hall, Supt. Grand Cantata entitled "THE BABE OF At Payne Memorial A. M. E. C. December 27th, at 8 P. M. Mr. W. A. Hall, Supt. Data entitled "THE BABE OF Payne Memorial A. M. E. C. Laurens and Caliboun Streets SUNDAY, DEC. 26th, at 8:15 Silver Offering at the Doo- mress, Directress Mr. Rev. C. A. Williams, Pastor BAZAR at the Day Nurser All Ave.-- Commencing Dec. on each Evening, Beautiful decal articles. Also rummage tables. sale. Admission each evening by Jennie H. Ross, President of Asa Committee, the Board of Manage Cantata at Ebenezer A. M. By the Sunday School gram will be provided. Silver section of Mrs. Gertrude Hill. Supt. Rev. Charl GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CH Etting and Dolphin Streets IN SONG RECITAL Assisted by Local Talent SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, AT 8 You are cordially welcome WHILE SHEPHERDS WATCH Christmas Cantata in Story and the Sunday School of the First March SUNDAY, DEC. 26. Biddle St. near Penna. Ave. Harris, Supt. Rev. L. C NIGHT IN THE ORIENT Will be Presented by the Day School of Waters A. M. E. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1920 Costumes and calcium lights w Lewis Gwyn and Co. Come beautiful manger which has be- y the boys of the Sunday Sch Jno. Dorsey Instruct Northern Secretary J. W. Norris Positively WATCH! THE FIRST EENS' RA Monday, December 27th, at 8 P. M. Admission 15c. Mr. W. A. Hall, Supt. Grand Cantata entitled "THE BABE OF BETHLEHEM" At Payne Memorial A. M. E. Church, Laurens and Calhoun Streets SUNDAY, DEC. 26th, at 8:15 P. M. Silver Offering at the Door Mrs. A. J. Thomas, Directress Mr. J. E. Neal, Supt. Rev. C. A. Williams, Pastor XMAS BAZAR at the Nursery Building 953 Druid Hill Ave. Commencing Dec. 25th to Jan. 1st Special Attraction each Evening. Beautiful decorated tables with fancy and useful articles. Also rummage tables, Xmas lunch and refreshments on sale. Admission each evening by tags, Price 5c. Mrs. Jennie H. Ross, President of Association Committee, the Board of Managers Christmas Cantata at Ebenezer A. M. E. Church By the Sunday School Special program will be provided. Silver offering at door Under the direction of Mrs. Gertrude Hill. 8 o'clock sharp Charles Toison, Supt. Rev. Charles Stewart, Pastor GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHOIR Etting and Dolphin Streets IN SONG RECITAL Assisted by Local Talent SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, AT 8 P. M. You are cordially welcome "WHILE SHEPHERDS WATCHED" A Christmas Cantata in Story and Song Given by the Sunday School of the First Independent A. M. E. Church SUNDAY, DEC. 26, 1920, 8 P. M. Biddle St. near Penna. Ave. Mrs. Martha Harris, Supt. Rev. L. C. Curtis, Pastor "A NIGHT IN THE ORIENT" Will be Presented by the Sunday School of Waters A. M. E. Church ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1920, 8 P. M. Beautiful costumes and calcium lights will be shown by Mr. Lewis Gwyn and Co. Come and see the beautiful manger which has been built by the boys of the Sunday School LOOK! WATCH! WAIT! THE FIRST QUEENS' RALLY HELD IN NEW MT. ZION M. E. C. Gilmor St. and Riggs Ave. HURSDAY, DEC. 30, 1 the auspices of the Ladies' A Benefit of the Church THE NEW MT. ZION M. E. CHURCH Gilmor St. and Riggs Ave. Under the auspices of the Ladies' Aid for the Benefit of the Church QUEENS Ben, First Lady of Land; Coral less Prettyman, Greece; Cecelia Lucy Hicks, Portugal; Cori ary Rickson, Turkey; Annie J Adams, Holland; Josephine ie Hopkins, Australia; Jana Burs, Cuba; Ella Clary, Per- way. MITTTEE OF ARRANGEMEN Th. Brewer, Pres. Miss Magg. Carter Mrs. Mary Ov REV. MATTHIAS WILLIAMS, Pa. Mary Mullen, First Lady of Land; Cora Jones, America; Frances Prettyman, Greece; Cecelia Prettyman, Argentina; Lucy Hicks, Portugal; Cora Franklin, France; Mary Rickson, Turkey; Annie Parrish, Africa; Emma Adams, Holland; Josephine Burgess, Belgium; Annie Hopkins, Australia; Jannie Graham, Japan; Ida Burs, Cuba; Ella Clary, Peru; Mary Williams, Norway. COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENTS Mrs. Elizabeth Brewer, Pres. Miss Maggie Hackett, Sec. Mrs. Jannie Carter Mrs. Mary Owings, Directress REV. MATTHIAS WILLIAMS, Pastor FOR PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia, Pa. Dec. 23—Rev. C. Stole will be ordained, the Lutheran minister this Sunday at Nazareth Evangelical Church, and will then take charge of a colored Lutheran congregation on North Thirty-fourth street. He is the first colored Lutheran preacher for the city. MISSIONARY MEET MISSIONARY MUSE The Wesleyan Missionary Society of Ashbury M. B. Church, Lexington street M. and Rogers avenue, will hold a rally this Sunday afternoon, at which time Mrs. R. W. S. Thomas ST. MARK M. P. CHURCH Vine and Arch Streets. 11 A. M. Rev. Isaiah Johnson, pastor. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School. 3 P. M. A. Stranger. 8 P. M. Rev. Ivory. Wednesday night Class meeting Friday night Prayer meeting. Sister S. M. Johnson, Supt. Rav. S. M. Johnson, Pastor. 884 Booth Street. James B. Williams, secretary. CHRISTIAN ASSO. SARY SERVICE M. E. CHURCH Baltimore ARY 2nd, 4 P. M. History, Member of Committee Dr. Frederick Douglass, F Bethel A. M. E. Church Alphian Glee Club to attend this service. ANTATA First Baptist Church presents as Folks" 8 P. M. Admission 15c. Hall, Supt. E BABE OF BETHLEHEM" I A. M. E. Church, Alboun Streets THE AFRO-AMERICAN See the Queen of Queens, 14 in number, beautifully arrayed in their dress of splendor and their distinguished guards, with their guards of nobility, lord chamberlains and maids of honor. It will be a great night. Dr. C. E. Stewart will entertain the audience while the queens are getting ready. Come early and hear Dr. Stewart as you have never heard him before. Positively Silver Offering at door Mrs. Mary L. Crew, Press. Mrs. Mary Galloway, Directress ON SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1920, at 8 O'CLOCK AT BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH TABLEAUX Shepherts Wise Men Pilgrims Dr. O. D. Jones, Mr. Wm. Hamer, Musical Directors Miss Sarah Jackson, Instructress Wm. H. Proctor, Supt. DR. FRED. DOUGLASS, Pastor 100 Living Characters Dressed In Original Costume Shepherds, Shepherdesses, Herod, Wise Men, Joseph and Mary, Centurion, Attendants, Messengers, Bathlehem Girls, Angels Soloists ALL UNDER SPOT LIGHT SILVER OFFERING AT THE DOOR Auspices Choir, Miss Francis Smith, Directress Mr. Clinton Downs, Organist Rev. W. H. Dean, Pastor "SPECIAL" TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1920, 8 P. M. CHARACTERS Santa Claus, Santa Claus Band, Wind Fairies, Sprites, Japanese Girls, Grand Father Father, Postman, Uncle Sun, Sailor Boys and Columbia Auspices Sunday School Mr. Robt, Tutman, Supt.; Mrs. Anna Thomas, Pianist; Mrs. Georgiana Crippen, Directress Rev. W. H. Dean, Pastor SILVER OFFERING AT DOOR Great Christmas Message From Africa By U. KABA REGA, African Prince Evangelist and Lecturer AT THE Y. M. C. A. BUILDING Druid Hill avenue near McMechen Men and Women both are invited to hear a native of Unyord, British East Africa Come Early. Join the Chorus. THE CHOIR OF St. Paul M. E. Church WILL RENDER THE ATTENTION MEN!!! TANGORENE HAIR STRAIGHTENER Guaranteed to Straighten Men's Hair in 5 to 15 Minutes. HAIR GLOSS, 35 Cents a Jar. ADDRESS ALL LETTERS TO TANGORENE CO. 873 NORTH 13th STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA. For Prescriptions and all that this important Word implies, see Our Laboratory is in charge of TWO Registered Graduate Pharmacists We have everything "druggy" and "It's Right Here For You" MARYLAND STATE COLORED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SUNDAY EVENING, MONDAY, and TUESDAY December 26, 27, 28, 1920 Prof T. H Kiah, Chairman Local Committee of arrangements, Princess Anne, Md. Teachers desiring accommodation will notify Walter A. Washington, Chair. Executive Committee WAYMAN MEM. A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. J. R. Nelson, pastor. 11 A. M. Sermon by Rev. M. H. Dorsey. 2.20 P. M. Sunday School. Mrs. J. P. Williams, Supt. 7 P. M. Class No. 4, Pastor leader. 8 P. M. Sermon by Rev. M. H. Dorsey. 8 P. M. Tuesday and Wednesday classes, No. 1, 2 and 3, W. S. Johnson, Thomas Dixon and John Childs leader. 8 P. M. Friday Prayer meeting. James Adams, leader. NOTICE SUNDAY JANUARY 22, 1921 $1,000 DRIVE AT M.T. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH Ellipt and Second street, Canton. 11' A. M. Sermon by pastor. 1.30 P. M. Sunday School. 2.30 P. M. Sermon by Stranger Friends are asked to come and bring envelope with them, $1.00 or send to James Burby 1829 Ashland Ave., with thanks. Rev. James Burby, Pastor. ALLEN A. M. K. CHURCH Corner Lexington and Carlts St. Rev. C, H. Steppean, D. D. pastor 11 A. M. Mermon by pastor. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School You are invited to come 7.20 P. M. Sermon by the pastor. Here await you a cordial welcome a cherring message, and rich blessing. H. D. Brent, Supt. Sunday School. FIRST INDEPENDENT A. M. K. CHURCH Biddle street, Greenwich ave. Rev. L. C. Curtis, D. D. pastor. Pastor's residence 1232 Ardyle ave. Christmas morning 5 o'clock sermon by the pastor. 11 A. M. Sunday sermon by the pastor. 2:30 P. M. Sunday exercises by the children. 7:30 P. M. Christmas Cantata All are welcome to our services. ABURY M. E. CHURCH P.S. Church, D. D. pastor Lexington and East Streets Paronsupone 1830 E. Eager St. 11 A. M. Sermon by the District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. E. S. Williams. 2:30 P. M. Sunday School. C. T. Stewart Superintendent. 5 P. M. Kpworth League, Mrs. Viola Harvey, president. 8 P. M. Sermon by the pastor to the Silver Spring Social. All welcome to our services. WATERS A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. J. W. Norris, D. D. Pastor. 427 Alsquith street. 6 P. M. Christmas. Thank Christmas service. Those ministers will speak. All are invited. CHRISTMAS SUNDAY 11 A. M. Sermon "The Birth Of Christ." 3 P. M. Sermon to the Masonics 8 P. M. Sunday School Cantata. All are invited. Watch meeting D. V. Our revival will open. The first ten days the services will be conducted by Mrs. Means Hicks, one of the greatest gospel singers in the country. She singst the gospel she is invited. 8.30 P. M. Sunday School. 8.30 P. M. Allen C. E. League. Program in charge of Mrs. E. Green, Mrs. Benaiah Ralph and Miss Mary Bolden. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday classes. Thursday 8 P. M. Band Prayer meeting. Friday 8 P. M. Boys Training class. Mr. C. A. Cary. (teacher). Mr. C. A. Cary. (teacher). Mr. Emma Stanley, President of League. Mr. J. W. Woodous, Secretary. BIG ZION A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Pennsylvania Avenue Rev. J. W. McCoy, D. P. Pastor residence 1124 Pennsylvania Ave. 11 A. M. Sermon by pastor subject, "Golf's Gift To the World" 1.200 P. M. Sunday School. W. W. Brown, Supt. 4 P. M. Class meeting. 6 P. M. Christian Endeavor League D. W. Richardson, President. 8 P. M. Xmas program by Sunday School. MT. ZION M. P. CHURCH Rev. Matthias Williams, pastor. Riggs avenue and Glimmer St. 11 A. M. Sermon by pastor, subject, "Our Secret Lives" 2 P. M. Sunday School. 3 P. M. Sermon by Rev. Aquilla Brooks to several organizations. 8 P. M. Sermon by Rev. D. D. Turpau- District Superintendent of Washington, D. C. Xmas services from 4 to 7 A. M. Carey and Baker streets Hex. William H. Dean, pastor. Christmas morning. Stock service and Praise. Sunday H. A. M. Pastor's subject, "Heaven's Christmas Tree." 2 P. M. Christmas Songs and re- clations by Sunday School. 8 P. M. Cantata, "Babe In Manger" Silver offering at the door. Watch meeting will begin Friday at 9 P. M. A week of prayers also begin on watch night. EASTERN A. M. E. CHURCH McIlledge and Patterson Park ave. Rev. C. B. Bishop, pastor. Residence 150 N. Carey St. 10 to 11 A. M. Adult Bible Class. 11 A. M. Sermon by a pastor. 11 A. M. "Catholic Mass.". 2.30 P. M. School School. 5.20 to 7.30 P. M. League. 8 P. M. Christmas canta by the Sunday School. You are invited to witness this beautiful scene. The public is invited to the Elite Singing Society's musical on Monday evening, also to the old folks yule dinner Thursday Dec. 20th at 2 P. M. Rev. E. S. Williams District Super- intendent will preach to the old folks at 1 P. M. Come and join in these services. Mrs. Anne Hammond, Sunt. Mr. D. I. Fowler, Pres. of League. Mrs. Susie Hall, secretary. NOTICE SPIRITUAL ADVISER 1804 WHATCOAT STREET Problems solved. Private Test. Hours, Monday 6 to 9 P. M. Thursday 1 to 9 P. M. Friday 1 to 9 P. M. Wednesday. Public Test Meeting: 8 to 10 P. M. 10 A. M. Men's Bible class A Goodwin, President. 11 A. M. Sermon by pastor, subject "The Death Of Old Things." 12.3 P. M. Sunday School, Professor J. W. Woodhous Supt. 12.3 P. M. Annauil sermon to the Minute of the Hour Pleasure Social. 12.3 P. M. Christian Endeavor Lebage, Mr. Samuel Davis, president. 12.3 P. M. Christmas Cantata by the Sunday School. Revival services will begin on Watch Meeting night. All invited. MADISON ST. PRESB. CHURCH Rev. W. W. Walker Pastor. 11 A. M. Topic—"The Christmas Congregation and the Christmas Spirit" Special Christmas Music by choir. At 2.20 P. M. The pastor will deliver a special sermon to all the organizations of the church. All others are invited. 525 Lanawe Street 10 A. M. Bible Class b. to the pastor Subject "CHRISTMAS GIFT" 2:30 p. m. Bible School. Mr. Emory Bond, Sup. 3:00 p. op. Engourd League. Mrs. E. C. Young, President 7.30 P. M. Penacott Hour, Rev. H. Watson 8 P. M. Christmas exercises by the Sunday School Saturday 6 A. M. Early Christmas services ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH "CHRISTMAS D." 6 A. M. Special Christmas service SUNDAY 10 A. M. Men's Bible class A Good 11 A. M. Sermon by pastor, subject 2.30 P. M. Sunday School, Profe 3.30 P. M. Annauil sermon to the 5.30 P. M. Christian Endeavor Leaf 7.30 P. M. Christmas Cantata by t Revelival services will begin on Wat MADISON ST. PRESLEY CHURCH 11 A. M. Topic "Special Christmas Music" 2.30 P. M. Christmas exercises by program will be rendered. Mr. Berr 8 P. M. Topic "The Magi, Or The A Church with a Christmas welcome BENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH Charles E. St PASTOR'S HOME AND RE-OPEN 10 A. M. Bible Class, Marv Smith 11 A. M. Bible Class, Marv Smith pastor Rev. C. M. Pisano, D. D. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School, 6 P. M. C. F. League, John A. C. 3.30 P. M. Christmas Cantata by the The Pastor is home. Let us greet it At 2.30 P. M. The pastor will deli- zations of the church. All others are PAYNE MEM. A, M. E. CHURCH Cor. Calhoun and Laurens streets Cor. Charles W. Williams, Pastor XMAS SERVICE DEC. 25. 6 A. M. Prayer meeting. 10.30 A. M. Preaching services. Sermon by the pastor, subject, "The Birth of Christ." SUNDAY SERVICE 6.30 A. M. Prayer and Praise service. Mr. Charles Peters leader. 11 A. M. Sermon by the pastor. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School. Mr. J. E. Neal Superintendent. Mr. P. M. Sunday meeting. Mr. P. C. Edelen meeting. 6 p. m., A. C. E. League. Mr. Nehemiah Haughton, Pres. 3 P. M. The Christmas Cantata, "Babe In The Manger" WEEKLY SERVICE 8 P. M. Tuesday and Wednesday Class meeting. 8 P. M. Friday Prayer Meeting. John R. Ayers Secretary. JOHN WESLEY A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Carolina College in Albirkia streets DECEMBER 26TH 11 A. M. Xmas services. Sunday Dec. 26th 9 A. M. old time Class. S. J. Robinson, leader. 10 A. M. Love Feast. 11 A. M. Sermon by pastor subject, "God's Xmas Tree" Come early to get a seat. 230 P. M. Sunday School. Miss E. Jackson Supt. 6*P. M. Mible Class. 6.35 P. M. C. E. L. 8 P. M. Sermon by pastor, subject, "The Last Judgment" Pastor's address 301 N. Caroline St. W. H. Patterson, Church Clerk. Rev. W. J. Robinson, A. B. pastor. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Hoboken College D. P. pastor. Dolphin and Eating Streets At 11 A. M. Christmas sermon by pastor. At 3 P. M. Christmas exercises by the Sunday School. Supt. Mr. Wm. G. Thomas At 8 P. M. Testimonial recital by choir, assisted by local talent. The public invited. CALVARY A. M. E. ZION CHURCH At 8 P. M. Testimonial recital by choir, assisted by local talent. Rev. John L. Butler Pastor. 11 A. M. Subject "Celestial Choir" Special Christmas music. 2.30 P. M. Sabbath School. 8 P. M. Special exercises by the Sabbath School and Presentation. Chaise meeting Wednesday 8.30 P. M. Professor George A. Young organist Professor George A. Young organist Brother Robert F. Williams Sec. Rev. Wm. Battins, pastor 5 A. M. Christmas—Early Prayer Melting. Brother R. Porter, Band Captain. Miss Wilhelmina Gray Supt. 6.45 P. M. A. m a r d musical and recital rendered by Mr. Thomas Dodd 6.45 P. M. A. m a r d musical and recital rendered by Mr. Thomas Dodd Thursday Sculpture Dec. 10, 1920 a grand concert and supper will be given by the Stewardess of said church. Tickets now on sale, price including supper 25 cents. Caroline and Bank streets Rev. Walter S. Jackson, Pastor. Continental's Christmas Greeting: To the Afro-American and to the Readers these columns face And Good Will Be Sunkin. 10 A. M. Junior Church, Miss Clara Stanley, Supt. "Christmas Message" by Exhorter Harry Jones, Junior Bishop. 10.3.0 A. M. Praise Service led by the local Preachers, Brothers, John A. Jackson, John W. Goldsborough and Wm. A. Smith. 11 A. M. Sermon by Pastor subject, "The Messengers And The Witnesses of Christmas." Followed by Christmas carols by the choir. Mme. Helen C. Dean, directress Abbey Day School, Mr. Luther Mitchell, Acting Supt. 14 P. M. Pastor will visit the Nonparallel Beneficial Assembly at their club rooms 354 South Dallas St., "A Christmas Message of Good Will", Patrons of Centennial. 8 P.M. A special Christmas program will be rendered by the Sunday School under the direction of Mr. Luther Mitchell Acting Supt., assisted by the teachers. A special Christmas offering will be received from each one. Christmas Tree and treat to the children: Wednesday from 8 P.M. to 9 P.M. Three "Frs", Feast, Fun Frolic. Third Quarterly Conference will hold Thursday, Dec. 28th. P.M. 100 Friday 4.30 P. M. Junior Church. DAY SERVICES in by the pastor. DAY SERVICES in David, President. At "The Death Of Old Things." J. W. Woodhous Supt. Minute of the Hour Pleasure Social, Buge, Mr. Samuel Davis, president. The Sunday School. Each Meeting night. All invited. Hay, W. W. Walker Pastor, Congregation and the Christmas by choir. The Sunday School—A most excellent nard Webb, Supt. The Wise Men From The East." me for Everybody. West Montgomery St. near Charles Rewart, Pastor. ING. h. teacher. Historian and Christmas sermon by the Charles Tobson, Supt. collick, President. the Sunday School. him. over a special sermon to all the organi- nated. MT. VERNON BAPTIST CHURCH Oxford street near Penna Avenue, 11 A. M. Sermon by the pastor Subject, "God's Love" 2 P. M. Sunday School. 7 P. M. Prayer and Praise service, conducted by Sisters P. Harris and Alston. 8.15 P. M. Sermon by the pastor to the Women's Missionary Society. Friday 31st. Watch meeting, prayer and praise from 9 to 11. 11 P. M. Sermon. W. F. Dickinson, D. D. E. G. Montgomery, Clerk MT. ZION FREE BAPTIST CHURCH Saratoga St. between Carey and Carroll Avenue Ravilion. Reason B. P. pastor. SUNDAY, 11 A.M. DOCAL DER 26TH 11 A. M. Sermon by the pastor 2.30 P. M. Sunday School. 3.30 P. M. Sermon by Rev. E. E. Haskins to No. 1, P. of K. and D' of Samaria. 7.30 P. M. Preaching, Prayer meeting Tuesday nights Covenant meeting Wednesday nights Sunday Dec. 26th, sermon by the pastor at 11.30 P. M. on the Birth of Christ. Sister Hattie Skinner, Church Clerk. THE PEOPLE'S CHURCH Corner Bond and Jefferson Pearl, G. Skinner, Pastor Parageon 423 N. Bond street. 9.30 A. M. Class meeting. 11 A. M. Sermon by the pastor. Subject, "Looking For Jesus" 9.30 A. M. Schooling. 6 P. M. Class meeting. 6.30 P. M. Sunday School Xmas exercises. 8 P. M. Short talks and Xmg exer- cises. Anthems by the choir, among them, "Glad Tidling of Great Joy" by Charles Edward; "Hark The Herald Angels Sing." C. T. Edwards; "Angels Are Singing," I. L. McPhee; "Fear Not I Bring You Good Tidlings!" J. S. Pearson. Monday night, Sunday School Enter- tainment. Wednesday night, Class meeting. Friday night Watch meeting ser- vices. Rev. T. H. Skinner pastor. Residence 136 Dover street SUNDAY WORLD'S DAY ALL DAY 11 A. M. Preaching by an 'able Dive. 2.30 P. M. Sunday School. 3.30 P. M. Preaching. 8.30 P. M. Preaching. Wednesday night Covenant meeting Brother Walter Clayton, leader Thursday night prayer meeting Captain Bro. Walter Henry. Sister Lucy Brown Secretary ST MATHEWS M. E. CHURCH E. 23rd street near Greenmount Ave. Rev. R. A. Green, Pastor. Mrs. Ann Smith S. S. Supt. Mrs. S. S. Supt. Pres. E. L. Mrs. E. Fuller Pres. Ladies A. Mr. Alexander Jones Pres. Brotherhood. M. J. H. Anderson, President of J. E. League. 417 P. M. Pastor's subject. "The Story of a Man 1932 Years Old And Is Still Living." 2.20 p. m. Sunday School. 8.30 P. M. Eworth League 8 P. M. Sunday School Xmas Exercise. Corner Orleans and Ann streets SUNDAY SERVICES 10 A. M. Class meeting. Led by Brother Upher Sudier. 11 A. M. Sermon by the pastor. 2 P. M. Sunday chool. 8 P. M. Rev. Sam Chester of Eastern shore will preach for us after which we are expected to have prayer militarily. Sister Maggie Booker, Church Clerk Rev. Alona Rodker, pastor residence 1711 McCubbin St. LEADENHALL ST. BAPT. CHURCH Leadenhall street near Cross Rev. W. W. Pastor. 9 A. M. Sunday School. Mr. William Roberts, Supt. 10.30 A. M. Prayer meeting. 10.30 A. M. Special program. 6.30 P. M. Special program will be rendered by the B. Y. P. u. at which time the honorable W. Ashbie Hawk- kins will speak. Brother E. B. Jones, Chairman 8 P. M. Sermon by the pastor. John Wilson, Church Clerk. CHRIST INSTITUTION CHURCH Bishop of New York, pastor. Dr G. W. Kennard, pastor. 11 A. M. Sermon by Rev. Charles Lawson. 2.20 P. M. Sunday School. Spiritual and Test Services, also annual gift will be given at both service- s. All are invited. F. M. Sermon by Rev. John W. smith. AMUSEMENT CHATTER FOR THEATRE-GOERS William H. Hart in the Houlouse of Alaska will be the feature of the Christmas show at the Dunbar Christmas Day. Next week, Manager Diggs will stage a special midnight show. New Years Eve It will be a Paramount picture entitled "The 14th Man" in five big acts. CARRY The Dragon Net will finish at the Carey Christmas Day—a story of American China also the first episode of "The Velled Mystery" featuring Antonio Moreno and George Raid is set for Christmas Day. A special midnight show featuring "Fatty Arbuckle in the 'Round Up'" is scheduled for New Year's Eve. Treasure Island on the board for Monday is a Paramount Picture, the story of which was written by Robert Louis Stevenson. It is a book school children are required to read and holds its interest for old as well as young. NEW RAINBOW The bill at the New Rainbow is Cleo Mitchell's Jazz Repetiro Company. While there is nothing original on view each of the players have an abundance of "personality" which makes their work agreeable. The principal comedian succeeds in getting several good laughs from the audience by "running down" his wife who is a "stovepipe blonde" so black, that when she "comes out, the sun goes in". All the girls are young and "good looking" and the chorus works harder than any seen here later. On Xmas Day, "Desert Gold" a picture by Zane Gray, will be shown with the popper in the mouth, kneeling the east. This is one of the greatest plays ever shown at this house, and the management desires his patrons to look it over while digging their turkey dinner. At the Star this week Lemmons and Brown; Billy Nichols; and Hooten and Hooten comprise the vaudeville. The first pair, a man and a woman, are good dancers, and have a line of patter that is highly amusing. Hooten is a musician who can imitate anything that makes a noise from a bass fiddle to a locomotive whistle in the distance; and concludes whistle in the distance; and concluded by imitating a brass band. Hooten and Hooten, a tall "brown" and very short, very fat man respectively, succeeded in getting some laughs out of that old stanley of the usual music hall. Being "brown" down after being "closed," the man is a good conductor. FOLLY George Gertrude's "Singers and Tazers" are playing at the Folly, a white burlesque house, this week. "They appear in the last half of the play," the balancer of the ap- laeuse than the performers seem able to induce. NEW LINCOLN Patrons of the New Lincoln Theatre will this week doubleless be very well pleased with the bill which the management has provided as the Xmas week attraction. Instead of the usual stock company, the bill this week, consists of five vaudeville acts, three of which are well above the ordinary. Edwards and O'Brien, "The Gibson Trio" and Stella Harris, a "jazz" singer. On Monday afternoon, each of these three acts literally "stopped" the show. Edwards and O'Brien have a musical act that is far superior to many that are often seen in the Keith houses. Miss Edwards is featuring a song entitled "I'm going to sing my blues till my dad comes home" which was written by Berlin, Bertha and presented to her two stops ago. Incidentally she is wearing a gown which she says was made for a local mediate. Her partner, Mr. O'Brien is a violinist who can make this instrument do every thing but talk. Miss Harris is a singer who really knows how to put jazz in a song, and aside from this she is what is rarely seen on the stage; she makes things with her face; and when it comes to agitating the "shimmy" she makes a bowl of jelly look like a bucket of cement. The popularity of the "Gibson Trio" centered chiefly in the finished performance that is given by a tiny little "tot" of the group who sing, dance and "shimmy" in a manner that many older performers would do when it is not language of the theatre "brought down the house." Next week "Hambour" Jones and company with Virginia Listen her "Ethiopian Quartette" and Leoroy Gresham the "keke" are billed to appear. FAIRFIELD. MD. Fairfield, Md. Dec. 22—After spending two weeks in Winston Salem, N.C., with her mother, Mrs. Susan Reynolds, Mrs. W. W. Brown returned Sunday morning. Mrs. Sailie Maxhew left her Sunday morning for Gastonia, K. C., Mr. Mayhew, and Mr. and Mrs. George Miligan left the same day for Gonville, Tenn. Mr. P. J. carrell left Sunday for Moodsville, N. C. Joy, and Mrs. Maddux received a tagram this week that their son, Laughter had been killed in Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh. It was reported that Mr. Charlie Smith met with an accident, by getting both legs broken. Mr. John Jones called to see his sister, Mrs. Lucy Jones, and their Magaline. MRS. E. LYON STEPTEAU General Distributor of Kleltman's unless Hult Strengtner HAIR DRESSER'S AGENCY WANTED April 1132 W. LEXINGTON ST. BALTIMORE MD. Phone: Gilmore 248 REGENT The Hornstein Amusement Corporation desires The Afro-American to announce to the former patrons of the house is being beautifully decorated and by some of the best artists in this line, and the beauty of their dwork will be enhanced by the intent finish Regent theatre, and the coopers treating public generally of Batt- lion, will be building their new theatre to completion, and expect to open up its doors on January 17th. This house when completed, will represent the last word in the theatrical construction. *All modern devices for the comfort and safety of both the patrons and the performers have been constructed of giant vinyl holders, which in cas one breaks down, the other is capable of taking* *This house when completed will be among the most beautiful in the city barring none, and represents the importance which the Negro player, and the Negro play-goer is assuming in the theatrical world.* **COLONIAL** A show calculated to arouse the hilarity of any audience will be the next attraction at The Colonial theatre commencing Christmas, jasmine and all next week with the customary Pontown Md., Dec. 23-Class meeting was largely attended Sunday morning. After class meeting Rev. Brown of Georgetown Mission preached a very interesting sermon after which the following members were read in Church: James P. Cooper, Edith V. Gleaves and Lillian Bratcher. Mr. Jerome Bratcher, C. F. Hall, and Miss May Fletcher spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and family and ate dinner. Mr. George Hinson who enroute home his gun fired and blow a hole in his car. Mr. Joseph Wright and Mr. Bradford Perrell spent Sunday with Miss Nigel Wilson. Mrs. Anita Tiller and Mrs. Emma Lencsey spent a while with Mrs. Mary Anthony. Mr. Oscar Bratcher is on the sck list. Miss May Benson is improving slowly. Mr. George Bratcher Sr. has moved in town. THE STAR THEATRE PROGRAM WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 LEMMONS AND BROWN ZEEK and TALBOT—Real Comedy Act EDWARDS and O'BRYANT The Great Songstress and the Celebrated Violinist THE GIBSON TRIO THE WONDERFUL CHILD DANCER LEMMONS AND BROWN ZEEK and TALBOT—Real Comedy Act EDWARDS and O'BRYANT The Great Songstress and the Celebrated Violinist THE GIBSON TRIO THE WONDERFUL CHILD DANCER Monday—"PHANTOM FOE" Episode 8 2 P. M.—"INSULTING THE SUITAN" A PATHE COMEDY "SHEEP OF LEAVENWORTH" 1 Reel and Comedy Tuesday—"THUNDERBOLT JACK" Episode 2 2 P. M.—Tarchy's Million! 2 Reel Comedy PATHE NEWS No. 99 Wednesday—"BRIDE 13" Episode 5 2 P. M.—DYNAMITE 2 Reel COMEDY HEARTS and DIAMONDS—1 Reel COMEDY Thursday—"TIGER BAND" Episode 3 2 P. M.—TWO REEL WESTERN 1 REEL COMEDY 2 P. M.-DUCK INN A 2 REEL COMEDY 1 Reel COMEDY Friday—“VAN15HING TRAIL” Episode 14 Saturday—"RUTH OF THE ROCKIES" Episode 9 2 P. M.—A BIG SHOW. 2 Reel Comedy PATHE News 100 MATINEE/ EVERY DAY AT 2:00 P. M. The New Rain B. SACHS, Prop. 2115 PROGRAM WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 VAUDEVILLE DUST BALL and COOK A TEAM OF CLASS BILLY MITCHELL SOME BOX GREEN and GREEN FULL OF PET THE ROCKIES™ Episode 9 Comedy PATHE News 100 TODAY AT 2:00 P. M. NEW RAIN EHS, Prop. 2II5 G MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 EVILLE and COOK CLASS MITCHELL BOX GREEN OF PET The New Rainbow Theatre MONDAY—FIRST NATIONAL PICTURES CORP. presents A FIRST NATIONAL PICTURE ANITA STEWART in "THE YELLOW TYPHOON" A great mystery drama in the country of storms. Gambling, lighting, hairbraccath adventure, and suspense help to make this the most wonderful offering o the day. See the wandering ghost. Nothing so suspendous ever seen. Don't miss it. See the best. ALSO FOX NEWS. TUESDAY—UNIVERSAL PICTURES CORP. Presents HARRY CAREY in "Riders of the Law" A Western Drama where there is no law but Woman's honor. A rush for gold, pretty women, and hard men, complete this story. COMING—Oscar Michaels's "THE SYMBOL OF THE "Riders of the Law" ere is no law but Woman's hon- unen , and hard men, complete aux's "THE SYMBOL OF THE ul There are numerous exists, several of which open into a side area-way that extends the entire length of the building thus making it possible, in case of accident to empty the house pool in one minute. There are seven dressing rooms for the performers, all having hot and cold running water; six of these rooms are individual dressing rooms and the seventh is for the chorus, and it large enough to comfortably accommodate as many and twenty-five girls. There will be a stage doorkeeper, and a city fireman always in attendance. The attractions which the Horststein Amusement Corporation intends to offer its patrons will consist of first-run feature pictures, and vaudeville. Saturday will be known as "kiddies day" and will be the only day which a "serial" will be shown. The vaudeville will be the best that can be obtained regardless of expense, and will be composed principally of five acts, four colored, and the white act being what is known as the entertainment which Negro performers have not yet given much attention to. The house will be under the management of Mr. T. E. Owesley of Indianapolis, Ind., known as the "father of vaudeville." The Orchestra will comprise seven pieces and will be under the leadership of the popular "He" Thompson. The ensemble will be led by lady in constant attendance. [Picture of a man with a mustache and a bow tie.] Dr. J.A. White DENTIST Don't let bad Teeth take the joy out of your Holidays ALL WORK GUARANTEED Crown and Bridge work a Specialty Our cleaning out sale of Gents' Furnishings is still go- ing on. All merchandise sold at present cost and one-half cost price. Shirts $1.00 up Scarfs 98c up Ties 25c up Socks 15c up Collars 19c each Suspenders 29c up Boys' Pants $1.19 Men's Caps 98c, etc. WHITE SWANN HAIRDRESSING ROOMS Mmo. George H. Carter. 1914 DRUID HILL AVENUE Hair dressing, facial massage Manicuring and Weaving. Try my hair pomade and be convinced. My school is open for teaching of the above branches. Diplomas awarded. For terms phone Mad. 2622-9 Mmo. George H. Carter is a grad. ed. For terms phone Mad. 2602-v Mime. George H. Carter to a trad 1606 Pennsylvania Avenue New Lincoln Theatre Vaudeville Changed Monday and Thursday PROGRAM WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 HAMBONE JONES and COMPANY SAM H. GRAY, himself, featuring VIRGINIA LISTON and her Ethiopian Quartet The Great Novelty Singing Specialty—Starring LEROY The Keke Gresham Surrounded by a Wonder Cast of Girls NUF SED Monday—"Veiled Mystery" Episode 2 Many Thrills Featuring ANTONIO MORENO PETE MORRISON in a REAL 2 REEL WESTERN SPECIAL 2 REEL COMEDX Tuesday—DOUBLE SERIAL DAY Mystery No. 13, episode 14, with FRANCIS FORD The Branded Four, episode 11, with BEN WILSON Every Tuesday LITTLE SAMBO in 1 reel colored comedy Wednesday—DOUBLE SERIAL DAY “THE DRAGON'S NET” Episode 10 FEATURING MARIE WALCAMP “THE VANISHING TRAIL” Episode 8 SPECIAL TWO-REEL COMEDY—VERY FUNNY Thursday—“BRIDE 13” Episode 8 FRANKLIN FARNUM in 2 REEL WESTERN SPECIAL TWO REEL COMEDY—“PUSIES” Friday—DOUBLE SERIAL DAY “TIGER BAND” Episode 3 Featuring HELEN HOLMES “PHANTOM FOE” Episode 3 MANY THRILLS AND ACTION SPECIAL 2 REEL COMEDY Saturday—DOUBLE SERIAL DAY “THE FLAMING DISK” Episode 4 The Greatest Serial of All-ELMO LINCOLN “RUTH OF THE HOCKIES” Episode 13 FEATURING RUTH ROLAND, Many Thrills SPECIAL TWO REEL WESTERN COMEDY COME LARRY TO AVOID THE RUSH No. Org. 1:50 to 11:30 P.M. Continuous Performan LOUISE GLAUM in "SEX" S—stands for sorrow and suffering that are the heritage of all women. E—stands for experience that refines the soul of all women. X—is the great unknown in the fascinating game of life. See the great picture that started the world talking. The story of a butterfly that touched the flame. Two days only. No advance in prices. Come early. PRIDAY—THE FIRST OF A GREAT DETECTIVE SERIES OF PICTURES INTRODUCING A five reel mystery Drama that will hold you in suspense and keep you guessing until the end. A murder, and robbery causes all the trouble. A complete story. Also "BRIDE 13" Episode 10—"THE CAVEN OF TERROR" "The Preacher And The Bandit" THE GREAT STAR IN A GREAT WESTERN DRAMA Would you sacrifice your life for someone you disliked Conne-prepared to see the best HART picture ever made. Sale of Stock IN THE CINEMAS The Douglass Theatre Now under construction on Pennsylvania avenue near Lafayette. When the Half-Million Dollar Dunbar Theatre at Broad and Lafayette Philadelphia, opened last December, several of Baltimore's prominent present. All of them were very lavish in their praise of the beautiful theater that all agreed that it was the handsomest theatre in the United States controlled by colored people. And the request was made on that duplicate of the Dunbar Theatre be built in the City of Baltimore. The management at once began investigating conditions in Baltimore quickly convinced that a first-class theatre in the "Monumental City" would an asset to our people there, but would become a big money-maker from. With that thought ever foremost, we began quietly looking for a for the theatre, and fanatically found what, in our opinion, is the best colored theatre in the city. This site is on Pennsylvania Avenue by Street and Lafayette Avenue. It is the desire of the company that the stock be distributed to number of investors, rather than be held by a few large buyers of such reason the price of shares has been put at which an investor may get in on this proposition. Colored theatres are no longer an experiment. In every city where theatre has been gained, success has attended the venture. The performances which will come to the Douglass theatre will be of the attractions which have been playing in the Dunbar in Philadelphia Lafayette in New York with such wonderful success. Here is an opportunity for Baltimore colored people to cash in on which has been gained in the operation of this now famous chain of which is constantly growing in number and importance throughout the city. The facts are here presented in a plain, simple manner. If you are the development of the race along cultural lines, here is your opportunity in bringing about this condition. Invest in the Douglass Amusement stock, and make to the Corporation a success and a distinct asset. THE SITE—of this magnificent theatre (now in course of construction) ivala avenue between Lanvale street and Lafayette avenue, and cation for a building of this kind, anywhere in the city. THE GROUND was purchased for cash—there are no mortgages or gree is our faith in the possibilities of Baltimore as a theatrical money have already commenced the building of the theatre. THIS THEATRE will cost four hundred thousand dollars ($400,000) beautiful as the Dunbar Theatre in Philadelphia. THAT the colored people of Baltimore may have the opportunity of of their own, and at the same time share in the profits, we have Douglass Amusement Corporation, incorporated under the laws of Capitalized for $500,000. AT THIS TIME we are offering for sale a limited number of fahres ticipating Preferred Stock at Ten Dollars a share. Ownership of the holder an interest in the valuable property of the Corporation made profitable by the production of the finest theatrical product. THE FACT that the Dunbar Theatre in Philadelphia under the same able to pay a dividend of 5% during the first year of its prove conclusively to anyone that this latest venture will pay hand to the investor. IT SHOULD NOT be necessary to present any greater arguments in fahres this stock than the fact that the building is now being erected as of the management of the Corporation. IF YOU ARE interested in the Race to the extent of desiring a theater where yourself or family can go freely and see the finest Broadway sent by capable artists, investment in the Douglass Stock will make. IF YOU ARE interested most of, all in putting your money in a safe, which will pay big returns in dividends, and constantly in then here is the safest, surest investment offered to the colored people. THE RESPONSE which has come to the efforts of the Corporation that highly gratifying. Baltimore has rallied grandly to the idea of a people and owned by our people. The Douglass Theatre Now under construction on Pennsylvania avenue near Lanvale street. When the Half-Million Dollar Dunbar Theatre at Broad and Lonomb Stretes, Philadelphia, opened last December, several of Baltimore's prominent citizens were present. All of them were very lavish in their praise of the beautiful theatre, and were all agreed that it was the handsomest theatre in the United States owned and controlled by colored people. And the request was made on that evening that a duplicate of the Dunbar Theatre be built in the City of Baltimore. The management at once began investigating conditions in Baltimore, and were quickly convinced that a first-class theatre in the "Monumental City" would be not only an asset to our people there, but would become a big money-maker from the very start. With that thought ever foremost, we began quietly looking for a suitable location for the theatre, and famously found what, in our opinion, is the best location for a colored theatre in the city. This site is on Pennsylvania Avenue between Lanvale Street and Lafayette Avenue. It is the desire of the company that the stock be distributed among a large number of investors, rather than be held by a few large buyers of securities, and for this reason the price of shares has been put at a price at which even the smallest investor may get in on this proposition. Colored theatres are no longer an experiment. In every city where a first-class theatre has been erected, success has attended the venture. The character of the performances which will come to the Douglass theatre will be of the same order as the attractions which have been playing in the Dunbar in Philadelphia and the Lafayette in New York with such wonderful success. Here is an opportunity for Baltimore colored people to cash in on the experience which has been gained in the operation of this now famous chain of colored theatres which is constantly growing in number and importance throughout the country. The facts are here presented in a plain, simple manner. If you are interested in the development of your opportunity to do your part in bringing about this condition, Invest in the Douglass Amusement Corporation stock, and help to make the Corporation a success and a distinct asset to the race. THE SITE—of this magnificent theatre (now in course of construction) is on Pennsylvania avenue between Lanvale street and Lafayette avenue, and is the best location for a building of this kind, anywhere in the city. THE GROUND was purchased for cash—there are no mortgages or ground rent—such is our faith in the possibilities of Baltimore as a theatrical money-maker and we have already commenced the building of the theatre. THIS THEATRE will cost four hundred thousand dollars($400,000) and will be as beautiful as the Dunbar Theatre in Philadelphia. THAT THE colored people of Baltimore may have the opportunity of having a theatre of their own, and at the same time share in the profits, we have organized the Douglass Amusement Corporation, incorporated under the laws of Maryland and Capitalized for:$500,000. AT THIS TIME we are offering for sale a limited number o f shares of the 7% Participating Preferred Stock at Ten Dollars a share. Ownership of this stock gives the holder an interest in the valuable property of the Corporation, which will be made profitable by the production of the finest theatrical productions obtainable. THE FACT that the Dunbar Theatre in Philadelphia under the same guidance has been able to pay a dividend of 8% during the first year of its operation should prove conclusively to anyone that this latest venture will pay handsome Dividends to the investor. IT SHOULD NOT be necessary to present any greater arguments in favor of purchasing this stock than the fact that the building is now being erected and the personnel of the management of the Corporation. IF YOU ARE interested in the Race to the extent of desiring a theatre or theatres where yourself or family can go freely and see the finest Broadway productions presented by capable artists, investment in the Douglass Stock will make this possible. IF YOU ARE interested most of all in putting your money in a safe, sound investment, which will pay big returns in dividends, and constantly increase in value, then here is the safest, surest investment offered to the colored people of any city. THE RESPONSE which has come to the efforts of the Corporation thus far has been highly gratifying. Baltimore has rallied greatly to the idea of a theatre for our people and owned by our people. THIS ISSUE OF STOCK IS LIMITED !!! NOW IS THE TIME TO ACT !!! Do not let tomorrow find you undecided what to do. Delay may mean another lost opportunity over which you may have many regrets. E. C. BROWN CO., Fiscal Agents 1212 PENNSYLVANIA AVE Baltimore, Md. For further detail consult I. E. JACKSON, local Manager Do not let tomorrow find you undecided what to do. Delay may mean another lost opportunity over which you may have many regrets. 1212 PENNSYLVANIA AVE Baltimore, Md. For further detail consult I. E. JACKSON, local Manager 'Round About the City of Baltimore WILL CELEBRATE 81ST BIRTHDAY J. H. Murphy, Publisher Of "Afro" Has Wielded White Wash Brush, Musket And Pen BY FRANKLIN F. JOHNSON With unabated mental vigor and a biblical prowess that many a quarter of a century longer would envy, John Humphrey, publisher of the AKFO-AMERICAN will reach his eighty-first milestone Christmas Day. A family dinner will be seen at his home, 1614 McCullough street, in the evening, after which quite a number of his guests are expected to call. Treighen in this city, December 25, 1840. He was educated in private schools maintained for the free colored people before the free Union. George T. Wainwright who died several years later at a ripe age, was one of his teachers. When the Civil War broke out he was whitewashing for his father. When the first colored troops were recruited in Maryland he put down his whitewash brush to shoulder a musket. The war over, he returned to his whitewash brush. As he told a gathering well-known Bathsheba minister a banquet his seventieth birthday, his first entry into the printing business was on account of the fact that there were no colored printers in Baltimore doing first class work. His first newspaper venture was the Sunday School Helper. Nearly thirty years ago he published the Standard. This venture failed. a student in history at Johns Hopkins University wrote thirty-five years ago, was then known as the graveyard of colored news- With the Standard a thing of the past, he soon got a job as a typewriter for the Afro-American, then owned by the Northwestern Family Supply Company. That enterprise failed and Mr. Murray bought the Afro-American. Then, though many years of discouragement to make the MFO-AMERICAN the successful organ of news and opinion it is today. With a vision almost uncanny he has foreseen years ahead of many of his competitors in this and other communities the tremendous possessions are but few who have been longer in the publicity game than he. These include George L. King, publisher of the Biodiversity Frogman; Chris J. Perry, of the Philadelphia Tribune; W. H. Scalia, of the American Baptist; Louisville; John Mitchell, of the Rhode Island; P. Thomas Fortune, Mr. Murray's first journalism experience was as Baltimore correspondent for the New York Age. Whether being at the office each day to overlook his business affairs, out to Droid Hill Park to play erogent with younger men, or in a gathering of youngsters where his bedding are constantly being broken into play, his spirit is as youthful as the youngest person in the group. "What I am afraid of," he says frequently, "is that many of your young men lack vision. You do not realize the tremendous opportunities that lie just ahead of you. Wake up, and do things!" His wife and devoted nephew, martha E. Murphy, died six years ago. He has nine children living and a number of grandchildren. Letters have been sent out by the Maryland Association for Colored Blind, making for Christmas contributions for the Association, William Langley, president and Harry A. Wilson, treasurer. SENTENCED TO HANG Felix Bell to Pay Penalty For Murder of Russell Lee Felix Bell, who was convicted by a jury in the Criminal Court two weeks ago for the murder of Russell Lee, owner of a hacking car, was sentenced to death by Judge Boud Monday. He is the fourth man to receive the death sentence with the last two weeks. He was bared to a house on Somerset street in months ago and murdered and abducted. John Talley, who is serving life sentence for alleged participation in the crime, was used as a witness Resignation Toothore, Md. Dec. 16.—Notice— to it when it wavs concerted! By the Board of Managers of the Mutual Organization of English Notes of the State of Maryland. Note the public that the Rev. W. M. K. Johnson has been requested to resign as its president. Having been vowed upon and cherished by the Board of Managers this Day, we care that we shall no longer support the gentleman. Rev. W. J. Hughes, R. C. O. Carter, Rev. W. J. Covington, R. W. Quarles, Rev. F. S. C. chairman and Rev. W. H. Dawson, secretary. Oil Stove Causes Fire overheated oil stove caused a fire at 721 Wauces street residence. Mrs. Alice Jackson Sunday. The fire department put on the blaze. ANTI-LYNCHING BILLS Senator Curtis and introduced a Federal anti 1. For a $10,000 fine in which a lynching occu 2. For prosecution of officers in the United Sta 3. For trial on charge States Court of all particip Senator Curtis and Representative Dyer have introduced a Federal anti-lynching bill as follows. 1. For a $10,000 fine to be paid by any county in which a lynching occurs. 2. For prosecution of negligent state or county officers in the United States Court. 3. For trial on charges of murder in a United States Court of all participants in lynching. GREEN HELD FOR GRAND JURY Jacob Green, 1725 Presbury street was arrested and held for the Grand Jury this week on charges of criminal libel preferred by Rev. D. G. Mack, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church. Circultars distributed by Green throne the city charged the minister with mail-administration of the estate of his father. Baptist newspaper Will Not Consolidate With Herald And Commonwealth The Maryland Voice, official organ of the Baptists in the city, will not merge with the Herald and Commonwealth, according to the announcement made this week. Negotiations to bring the newspapers together came to a head Tuesday of last week at a meeting at Allen Church, at which Rev. junius Gray, owner and manager of "Voice" turned down the offers made to him. "Our paper is in good financial condition" Rev. Gray said, "we own our own plant and there is nothing to be gained from such a merger." Accepts New Position C. H. Fingis, formerly State Superintendent for the National Benefit Society, has accepted the position of superintendent of the Industrial Department of the local department of the Mutual Life Insurance Company. Freed Of Charge Arthur Butter, 748 W. Saratoga street, was found "not guilty in the Criminal Court Tuesday on the charge of assault." J. Stewart Davis was his attorney. Washingtonian Paroled Thru Attorney J. Steward Davis Daniel Perry, of Washington, was paroled in Criminal Court. Tuesday on the charge of pawning a ring that he had bought from a local jeweler on the installment plan. The G. U. O. of Good Hope will give their Annual Union Names Treat to the Juvenile Department Tuesday dec. 28, 1920 at their hall from 2 to 1 P. M. All parents are invited. Mr. Wm. G. Price, G. M.: Mrs. Carle Woody, T. G. D.: Mr. Alfred Nixon, S. M.: Mrs. Corbert, chairman of committee. Children wishing to become members of the Order may do so by purchasing tickets at 10 cts. League Formed Mossra. H. S. Ball, A. C. Ridout, R. S. Chase, B. E. Jones Jr. N. S. Dodson, G. Macbeth, V. Williams and W. G. Young at 1610 Saratoga St. Sunday Dec. 19, at 6:15 P. M. and formed the Alexander Community League. The purpose of this league is for the bright advancement of our people along all lines of endeavor. Officers will be named later. Physicians Request New Superintendent The Board of Directors of the Provident Hospital last Thursday night received a resolution signed by twenty-four of the thirty odd local physicians, asking for a new superintendent in the place of Dr. Harry Brown. Dr. B. M. Khetta, Dr. J. G. McKay and others spoke in favor of the resolution before the board. Ruling that it was not a public matter, Mr. John W. Rich, who provided us with admit newspaper men. It is reported that the physicians' resolution will be taken under advisement. ARTHUR N. ROGERS REAL ESTATE Notary Public 14 E. PLEASANT ST. Mt. Vernon 5525-J. Stop in and Look Over the LATEST MIDWINTER and PALM BEACH STYLES in MILLINERY Just the thing for appropriate holiday presents. prince holiday preschool The midwinter classes in Millinery begin January 17, 7:30 to 9:30 P. M. MRS. S. L. GOLDMAN Fashionable Milliner 1200 Druid Hill Avenue Residence 1017 Druid Hill Ave. To our client! May the joy and contentment of a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year be yours. Notice At the last convention, one year ago, on the recommendation of one year ago, on the recommendation of Horace Stone, 29; John Hop. Floretty Diggs, 1; 1410 Ward St. Baltimore Conference, under the direction of Mr. E. A. Henderson. As a result of which at this convention Frank Lewis, 46; 144 W. Hamburg D. S. Bivens, 42; 2210 Barclay St. there was a class of twelve to graduate, to whom Mrs. A. E. Wadhillon de Emily Bone, 8; 2210 Barclay St. there was a splendid address, after which Mr. George S. Whyte presented the diplomas. John Wilkins, 54; S. Baito Hospital, John E. Carroll, 54; 403 Wilsin St. Due to the uniting efforts of the instructor and the secretary Miss Emma N. Lloyd, we are able to credit this as possibly the first and most evident effort to train for efficient League service in the history of the A. C. E. League. The final session of the convention, Sunday evening Dec. 5, 1920 was conducted by the Wide Awake Endowers Club of the Leagues. Mr. G. S. Boyd Burrell, Johns Hop, Hop, Whyte presiding. Following this was the installation: Charles McCoy, 29; University Hosp. of officers conducted by Presiding Elder D. G. Hill. The following officers were installed: Hester Grimley, 62; Little Sisters of Poor. P. A. Tucker, District Superintendent. N. Elizabeth Moore, 61; 517 W. Widdell St. Dist. Sup. Baltimore District; Wm. Elizabeth Daniels, 18; St. Joseph M. Harrison, Dist. Sup. Hungerstown Florence Jenkins, 24; 221 N. Durham District; Elmer Daniel, Dist. Sup. Eastern District; Mrs. M. C. Banton Matilda Stuccy, 57; 226 McDellery State Jr. Sup.; Mrs. M. C. Cinder Herman Brown, 1; 229 N. Durham Recording Secretary; Mrs. M. Harrison Wattle Wiley, 47; 110 Brower St. Statist Corresponding Officer; Mrs. Theresa L. Earle, 40; 213 Brunt St. M. E. Diggs, State Musical Director Lloyd F. Wells, 66; 1069 W. Lexington M. Wm. Butler Reporter; Mrs. E. A. Henderson, Principal of School of Mary Pence, 111 1752 McCullion St. Methods, Miss E. N. T. Lloyd, Secretr Baby Simms 810 Warner St. tary of School of Methods. John Green, 29; 750 Bradley St. The Christmas Savings Club of the Acorn Building and Loan Association, Southwest corner of Gilmor and Mulberry streets, is open on Wednesday Friday evenings. It is in charge of Mr. Archie Gray and connected with Harry O. Wilson, banker. The building association will meet on Tuesday and Saturday evenings. Gilmor 947. OPPORTUNITY NO.1 Contribution to the Opportunity Fund by the Wohloo Club $5.00. Mrs. Helen Grayson, president; Mrs. Helen Johnson, secretary and Mrs. Bertha LeCator, treasurer. There is a very interesting family living in a small house on a street the fruit and all back entasis where the fruit is back to them, they try they and keep their home clean and cheerful. I am sure you will agree to the family being interesting, when we state that the mother and father are deaf and dumb. There are five children, two of whom are twin boys. The two older children have never gone to school, until this year, although they are several years past the age when children are supposed to enter school. Their teacher reports them bright pupils and delighted with their progress. The father earns ten dollars a week, as a shoe black. This is not enough to supply food and fuel, and pay the rent for a family of seven. There is a new baby which handles the mother. Twenty-five dollars will supply the boys with clothing for school. Will you help to give them a chance? GEORGE E. WALES Family Welfare Association Western District. Judge Terrell To Lecture The Bambridge Post, of the American Legion has completed arrangements with Judge Robert E. Terrell on the "New Nugroo", at the X.M. C. A. Friel, 100 W. 10th St., N. E. McKenna will present the judge and Clark W. Smith will preside. Fire On Riggs Avenue A fire was discovered in the home of Mrs. Cora Tucker, 1621 Higgs avenue, Edward Downes, 1721 Higgs avenue, sent a call for the fire due Convention Held The Annual Convention of the Aller Christian Endeavor League was held at St. John's A. M. E. Church, Rev. Davis pastor, from Dec. 2 to 5. - due to the fact that Rev. C. - the State Senate president was or Washington, D.C., and McKinley Writing were in charge. Assisted by the other District Superintendents and their assistant. The convention was able to hold the place as most of the convention's history of the largest conventions. [ ] Woman Is Burned Mrs. Sarah Mackey, a widow living in the 1500 block of North Calhoun street was badly burned when her clothes became ignited while building a house. She reckoned treatment at Franklin Square Hospital. Announcement To the Rev. W. W. Colbert. I thought to have kept silent but I found it impossible. The message that came from the throne of God, Jesus gave it to me and I sent it to you. He is too wise that is losing my mind. You areidding me like the people did Noah when he was building the Ark; they said he was crazy, when the flood sadly disappointed them. I am sorry to have embarrassed you so, but I was on business for my King. In a case of that kind we used the deepest emotions and deepest rights on account of my Father's will being neglected I shall return to T. B. should it be the means of facing starvation or any other suffering. I shall pass through it as I am determined that Jesus shall lead me. By Elizabeth Wells, 173 Prince George street, Annapolis, Md., Advt. Announcement Dr Alonza W. Jewry, dentist, Lanvale street and Jennsylvania avenue, will be out of city from Dec. 23, until January 2, inclusive. During his absence Dr. E. W. Dickerson will be in charge. Watch Presented The firm of Hutzer Brothers, gave a handsome, gold watch to Mr. Charles Williams, who has been in their employ for 20 years. ONE DRINK COST $1,450 Washington, D. C. Dec. 22—I cost M. Wilson, barber, 221 415 Street N. House was raided by the detectives, W. $1,450 for a drink. When the he had taken only one drink from his 144 quarts. Work On Church Starts The working of remodeling the building at 687 W. Mulberry street, for the use of the congregation of Calvary A. M. E. Zion Church was begun this week. Rev. Joseph L. Butler is the pastor. Announcement Mrs. Charles B. Jones, Understater and Embassador, wishes to announce that she is now conducting the understater business of her late husband, Charles B. Jones, at the old stand 211 N. Pine street. Thanking you for past favors, hoping a continuance of same. I am your respectively. MRS. CHARLES B. JONES 211 N. Flat Street Funerals at reasonable prices Phones Calvert 1317 day, Wolfe 6300 night. OFFICIAL DEATH LIST JIM HAWKINS, a frail boy, and his mother keep Benbow Tavern on the English coast. Seafaring men frequent it. One day Captain Bill Bones comes there. Folks whisper that he is an ex-pirate. Soon afterward Black Dog, a ferocious looking sailorman appears. Bones drives him away with his cutlass. He tells Jim that in event he (Bones) is suddenly killed. Jim is to have his sea chest. A blind man named Pews shows up at the Inn. Bones is found dead. Looking through the chest Jim finds the chart of a buried treasure. In the act of inspecting it, he and his mother are beset by pirates and barely escape. Their neighbors, the Squire and the Doctor, fit out a ship to hunt the treasure. Forbidden to go, Jim stows away in the vessel and overhears Merry, Morgan, and other rough members of the crew planning a mutiny. He tells the Squire. The mutineers are overpowered and set ashore. They kidnap Jim but he escapes. A big battle takes place with the pirates when the ship is anchored. The Squire and his party win out and finally discover the treasure. CAREY Carey and Presstman Streets, Best in Photo Plays Open Daily from 2 till 11:15 Continuously. Off on the good ship "HISIANOLA" with the wickedest crew of cut-throats, Pirates, that ever flow the Jolly Roger. Off for an趴 in the Spanish Main to hunt and fight for "HIDDEN JOLD" Off, with the black dog, Merry and Long John Silver with his wooden leg and his sweeping parrot. A roaring romance for Boys and Girls twirl 9 and 90. BEN TUPDIN in "The Sky's the Limit" 2 Act COMEDY TUESDAY Paramount Special Features Presents D. W. Griffiths' "SCARLET DAYS" IN SIX ACTS. A thrilling tale of the Scarlet Days of "INDIAN UPHISINGS" "MYSTERY OF 13" Episode 12 SPOTLIGHT COMEDIANS—In a Good COMEDY WEDNESDAY—RUTH ROLAND and her own company in "RUTH OF THE ROCKIES" Episode 13 HELEN ROLMES in a Western RAILROAD SERIAL "THE TIGER BAND" Episode 7 CENTURY Comedians in "LAUGHING CAS" 2 Act COMEDY LITTLE SAMBO in "Rock A Bye Bye" Some COMEDY THURSDAY—BEN WILSON AND NEVA GERBER in "THE BRANDED FOUR" Episode 14 JUANITA BANSEN and WARNER OLAND in "THE PHANTOM FOE" Episode 7 LEONARD CLAPHAR in "BIG STAKES" 2 Act Western MILBURG MORANTI in a Clever COMEDY FRIDAY—Marguerite Chayton and John Obrien in "BRIDE 13" Episode 9 ELMO LINCOLN and LOUSE LORRAINE in "THE FLAMING DISK" Episode 7 BILLY PRANEY in "THE MOOCHY COMEDY CARTER DEHAVEN in "JUST KIDS" 2 Act COMEDY SATURDAY—ANTONIO MORENO and GEORGE H. REED "THE VEILED MYSTERY" episode 2 EDDIE POLO and CORRINE PORTO in "KING OF THE CIRCUS" Episode 1 HOOT GIBSON in "DAWGONE" A 2 Act Western DOROTHY WOLBERT in "A MOVIE BUG" COMEDY SPECIAL—Midnight Show—NEW YEAR'S EVE—11:30 p. m. FATTY ARBUCKEL in "THE ROUND-UP" 6 act WESTERN with plenty of Cowboys and Indians. Also good 2 Act Comedy. MUSIC!! [Illustration of a figure in traditional attire, possibly a warrior or a leader, with a bird perched on their shoulder.] - CHARLES OGLE in MAURICE TOURNEURS production - TREASURE ISLAND - A PARAMOUNT AIRBORN PICTURE MAURICE TOURNEUR'S "TREASURE ISLAND" "The Idol of France GEORGES CARPENTIER —IN SIX BIG ACTS— TUESDAY, DEC. This Special Super D talked of screen success o Realistic Prize Fight ever which alone is worth the Come early as the seas start of such an Extraordi Admission CENTURY DUN Central Avenue near Josiah Diggs, Sec. & Thras. PROGRAM WEEK BEGINN Monday—The New Wier "THE VEILED MYST" Featuring ANTO PARAMOUNT FILM Corp. pre- CHORUS OF THE VITAGRAPH BIG V COM THE IDOL OF F GEORGES CAR "THE WONDER M" A Super Special D CENTURY COMEDY ADMISSION THIS DAY— Wednesday—"PHANTOM Featuring Jujuatina Hau Exhibitor's Film Ex. Presents Featuring NEAL PATHE COMEDY—"WHIE Thursday—"THUNDERBO Featuring JACK "THE FLAMING Featuring ELMO LINCOLN WESTERN Friday—"KING OF THE Detective Story by Gle DAY, DEC. 28th, Special Super Drama is one from success of the year. The Fight ever shown on worth the price of adm- y as the seats are usually Extraordinary showing. 17 and CENTURY COMEDY AT— Avenue near Monument & Thas. Jas. B. H. BOK BEGINNING MONDAY. New Wierd Serial FILED MYSTERY" Epic featuring ANTONIO MORENO LM Corp. presents: "THE GIRM GAME" "BIG Y COMEDY"—LOSING THE DOOL OF FRANCE. ORGES CARPENTIER in WONDER MAN" in 6 A super Special Drama with a pu- per DEDY. THIS DAY— 17 and PHANTOM FOE" Epic Juanita Hanson and Warren Ex. Pres. "HELL'S ACK turing NEAL HART BEDY"—WHEN THE WIND THUNDERBOLT JACK" JACK HOXEY THE FLAMING DISK" MO LINCOLN and LOUISE A G OF THE CIRCUS" Epic Story by Glenn White in TUESDAY, DEC. 28th, 1920 This Special Super Drama is one of the most talked of screen success of the year. See the most Realistic Prize Fight ever shown on the screen, which alone is worth the price of admission. Come early as the seats are usually filled at the start of such an Extraordinary showing. Admission 17 and 11. Cents CENTURY COMEDY DUNBAR Central Avenue near Monument Street. Josiah Diggs, Sec. & Texas. Jas. B. Hillburn, President PROGRAM WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, DECEMBER 27 WEDNESDAY—PHANTOM FOE Episode 6 Featuring Juanita Hanson and Worland Oland Exhibitor's Film Ex. Presents "HELL'S OASIS" in 5 Reels Featuring NEAL HART PATHHE COMEDY—"WHEN THE WIND BLOWS" Thursday—"THUNDERBOLT JACK" Episode 1 Featuring JACK HOXEY "THE FLAMING DISK" Episode2 Featuring ELMO LINCOLN and LOUISE LORRAINE WESTERN COMEDY Friday—"KING OF THE CIRCUS" Episode 4 Detective Story by Glenn White in 5 Parts -“BROMLEY CASE”— FEDERAL COMEDY— ADMISSION ALL DAY NEW YEAR'S EVE—Speak "THE FOURTEENTH THE SEASON'S SKINNY FATTY ARBUCKLE IN A MIDNIGHT SHOW Saturday—"RUTH OF THE NEW YEAR'S DAY. Wm. FOX presents —"THE TWO ADMISSION THIS DAY LARRY SEMO COLONIAL T COMMENCING XMAS M AND ALL NEXT WEE Matinee: Tues. The Special Mid-night Sho The Sensational Success KEEPIN WITH THE Pop Momand's Or COMEDY—"HIS TAKING WALL DAY" EVE—Special Midnight DURTEENTH MAN" in 5 SONS' SENSATION. DON'T BUCKLE IN A TWO REED MOW ADMISSION 17 a. NTH OF THE ROCKIES' EAR'S DAY—Special ShoDX presents WM. FARNHE THE TWO ORPHANS"—DAY LARRY SEMON COMEDY NIAL THEATRE XMAS MATINEE DNEXT WEEK Tues. Thurs. and Night Show New Year National Success of the KEEPING UP THE JONESH and's Original Cre NEW YEAR'S EVE—Special Midnight Show 11:30 "THE FOURTEENTH MAN" in 5 Big Acts THE SEASONS SENSATION DINT MISS IT. FATTY ARBUCKLE IN A TWO REEL COMEDY MIDNIGHT SHOW ADMISSION 17 and 11 CENTS Saturday—"RUTH OF THE ROCKIES" Episode 15 NEW YEAR'S DAY—Special Showing Matinee: Tues. Thurs. and Sat. Special Mid-night Show New Years Eve THERE'S A GOWN SOUTTALE TO MY LINES IT DEAD! RIP HERMID. THE BIGGEST COMEDY The Golden Circle Dance At Pythian Castle, McC MONDAY EVENING continuous Music, 7:30 to 12 Ticket 30c. R rs Mary Pres Miss C. Earl. COMEDY HIT OF A Circle Dance—Will Give. A Castle, McCulloh and P. Y EVENING, DECEMBER 7:30 to 12:30. Faulk c. Refreshments. Miss C. Earl, Sec. Mrs. L. The Golden Circle Dance—Will Give A Prize Waltz At Pythian Castle, McCulloh and Preston Sts. MONDAY EVENING, DECEMBER, 27th Continuous Music, 7:30 to 12:30. Faulkner's Orchestra Ticket 30c. Refreshments on Sale S. 28th, 1920 Drama is one of the most of the year. See the mo- rber shown on the scree- price of admission. Uses are usually filled at the mary showing. 17 and 11 Cents COMEDY T For Monument Street. Jas. B. Hilburn, Presid- ing MONDAY, DECEMBER Serial "VERY" Episode 6 NINO MORENO nurses- CRAM GAME" in 5 Parts EDDY—"GOSING WEIGHT" SANCE PENTIER in "IAN" in 6 ACTS nama with a punch SCREEN MAGAZI 17 and 11 CENTS FOE" Episode 6 Con and Warner Oland "HELLS OASIS" in 5 Reel HART ON THE WIND BLONS" BLT JACK" Episode 1 G DISK" Episode 2 LOUSE LORSEA COMEDY CIRCUS" Episode 4 Ann White in 5 Parts IS TAKING WAYS" 11 CENTS Special Midnight Show 11: "MAN" in 5 Big Acts MISION. DON'T MISS IT. TWO REED COMEDY MISSION 17 and 11 CENTS "ROCKIES" Episode —Special Showing WM. FARNUM in ORPHANS" 17 and 11 CENTS COMEDY THEATRE SATINEE WEEK DEC. 25 Sundays. and Sat. New New Years Eve Press of the Season G UP JONESES Original Creation THE NEWEST OF THE NEW Delirious Dancing Delicious Music With in a cast of Musical Comedy Stars HIT OF A DECADE Will Give. A Prize We ulloh and Preston Sts. DECEMBER, 27th 30. Faulkner's Orche refreshments on Sale Sec. Mrs. L. R. Walker, C Mis Marie Price, f 1554 N. Howard street, will spend the holidays with friends in Washington, D. C. Miss Dorothy Elder carried a large colored dick which created quite an attraction among children as well as grown ups. Mrs. Elder, wife of Constable Elder and daughter of Atlantic City were in Baltimore last week. Mrs. Susan Brown, of Ardmore, Pa., was the week-end guest of Mrs. Agnes Saunders of 1406 Argyle avenue. Mrs. Elder was called to Frederick, on account of illness of her little nephew, who is much improved now. Mrs. Susan Brown was one of the members of the Harry O. Wilson Christmas Club. Miss Estella Shleipley, of Louisville, Kentucky and a student of Howard University will be the guest of Miss Ethel Jones of 14.1 Argyle avenue, for the holidays. Mr. Winfield Croner and his wife Mrs. Viola Croner are going to spend Christmas week in Wilmington, with her mother Mrs. Cora Jane Blake 1066 A. Street and also her aunt in Philadelphia, Pa., 1211 Calton street; Mrs Hattie King. Mr. John W. Peterson, of Warfield Va., is visiting his daughters and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Morris and Miss Sarah M. Peterson at 1003 W. Mulberry St. Mr. Alexander R. Freeman, of 703 Tessler street, this city will spend the Christmas holidays visiting his father Mr. Alexander Freeman at Melito, Md. Mrs. Rev. Benjamin Thompson, of 1119 N. Dallas street, who has been confined to her home since last Sept. is very ill. Mrs. Mary J. Jones wishes to announce the marriage of her daughter, Miss Mary W. Jones to Mr. Wm. A. Larkins which took place July 9th, 1920. Miss Sadie Johnson, daughter of Mrs. Millie Johnson and Mr. Robert T. Norris were married on Christmas day and are now spending their honey-moon in Philadelphia, Pa. Miss Mamie Commons, of 556 St. Marys St., Hail Culturist has been absolutely divorced from Mr. George Saunders of East Baltimore and was returned to use her maiden name. Mrs. John Goodin of 520 Robert St. has recently returned home after spending several months in Richmond, Va., as the guest of relatives and friends. She is now looking forward to the celebration of her 30th anniversary of marriage January 2, 1921. W. J. Green, Federal Prohibition Officer in this district, left this week for a five day trip to Buffalo, Cleveland and New York. Mrs. J. H. N. Waring, of Hopkinton, Mass, is visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Booker. Dr. W. G. Bourne, of Frederick, accompanied by his wife, a nurse and Mr. George Watty, was carried to his home last Saturday after a successful operation, for stomach trouble at Hopkins Hospital. Mrs. Ida Jones, of 4 E. Madison St. left Wednesday for Northumberland County, Va, to spend the Xmas holidays with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. Henry Jessup. Mrs. Addie Bielment, of 1408 McCulloh Street, Baltimore, Md. and Mr. Eddy E. Moxley of 222 N. Jonathan Street, Hagerstown, Md. were quietly married in Hagerstown, Saturday evening at 7:30 P.M. Dec. 18, 1920 at the Methodist parsonage by Rev Horace A. Johnson. Miss Daisy E. Bailley entertained a few friends at cards on Friday Dec. 17 at 2607 Druid Hill avenue. Mrs. Vivian Ward Stokes, of New York was the guest of honor. The gentlemen were invited to call at ten o'clock. The evening was spent in dancing. Mr. Clarence M. Liverpool, of Mr. Winna has been elected Chief Commanding Officer of the American Woodman, Baltimore Camp No. 1. the fourteen year old son, of Dr Howard E. Young, who was severely cut by falling thru the front glass window of the Pharmacy, Drudl Hill and Hoffman street, last week has recovered Miss Maggie Butler, of 1520 W. Falmount avenue, is recovering at her home after a serious operation performed at the John Hopkins Hospital. Married Mrs. Lavinia Galloway, the daughter of Mrs. Amanda Oliver, was quietly married to Mr. Oscar J. Waters, son of the Rev. Charles O. Waters, in Washington, D. C. Wednesday Dec. 22nd, by the Rev. Charles H. Wesley, pastor of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. The couple will reside at 1407 Myrtle avenue. Mrs. Clarence Bright, who was recently divorced will resume her maiden name as Miss Lola May Burney. She will spend the holidays with her sister, Mrs. Ellis of Bridgeport, Conn., after which she will return to her present home in New York. Add to Marriages Walter J. Rusk, 21, 312 W. Hoffman St.; Carrie L. Caulk, 12 Jas. H. Jones, 67, W., 812 Low St.; Anna E. Hardy, 55 Louis J. Noel, 21, 1639 E. Monument St.; Augusta Robinson, 18, Keystone W. Va. Thomas Grant, 37, 345 Camel St.; Emma Holden, 24. Thomas Hamilton, 48, W., 2810 Remington avenue; Mary E. Johnson, 25 W. Wm. Bellamy, 46, D.; Mayo Lewis, 32, W. 720 Vine street. Augusta Thomas, 35, W.; Annie Jones 46, both of Colgate, McMoses D. Conley, 26, 245 E. 24th St. Mary J. Carter, 27, W. Hobert E. Skinner, 26, 1411 Presstman St.; Florence E. D. Washington 24. Clarence Taylor, 22, 518 St. Paul St.; Henrietta Spriggs, 21. Jos E. Small, 22, 1218 Pennsylvania Ave.; Amanda L. Bresse, 23. Benjamin M. Miller, 40, W.; Carrie M. Simmons, 25, W., both of Washington. Harold C. Mason, 26, D., 315 Diamond St.; Bessie E. Mason, 23. Fernon Antrum, 21, 905 Linden ave.; Laura Davis, 20. Samuel Porter, 22; Viola Gardner, 21, 810 China St. Aaron Smith, 30, 1310 Penna ave Luvenia Ball, 27. 15 Luvenia Hall, 27. 16 Benjamin D. Adams, 24, 2017 Lexington street; Ana V. Carter, 20. 16 Robert T. Harris, 29, W, 632 Stockton street; Sadie Johnson, 21. 16 Jeremiah Holmes, 22, 512 W. Lee St. 16 Lucy Moody, 27, D. 16 Joseph Stewart, 41; Elizabeth Sanders, 42, W., 205 S. Bethel St. 16 Philip C. Whitney, 21; Mary R. Hawkins, 18, 1416 Carroll St. 16 Clement Williams, 26, 503 Dolphin St. 16 Catherine Johnson, 26. Married John William Belfield, 1317 Orleans street and Miss Georgiana Birch, 705 N. Bruce street, were married Thursday night at the home of her sister, Mrs. Mary Green, 716 N. Bruce street. The couple will be at home, 705 N. Bruce street. MUST STUDY Bishop Johnson Declares Too Many Southern Preachers Hang Around Barber Shops The Associated Negro Press Giddings, Texas, Dec. 23. "If God called a man to preach in this age, he also called him to prepare," declared Bishop William Drecker Johnson of Plains, Ga., in addressing the ministers of the West Texas Methodist Episcopal Conference, "for in this God can't use an ignorant man. If you do not study you will find yourself without a pulpit for the people are asking that certain men not be sent back to them because of their extra stock of ignorance and illiteracy. "Too many preachers sit around street corners, in barber-shops talking politics and telling lies," continued the bishop, "when they should be at home studying. If you do your duty you will not have to stir up strife." DEACONS NOT LIFE OFFICERS Conference Decides They Are Just Members When They Join A New Church Whether or not an ordained deacon who transfers his membership from one Baptist Church to another would be a deacon with the new congregation, was the interesting question raised by Rev. John W. Jones before the United Baptist Ministers' Conference Monday. Rev. Beale Elliott explained that when a deacon transferred his membership to another Baptist Church he lost that office, unless the new church wanted him to fill that office there. The deacon, he explained, was only chosen for one particular congregation. Rev. D. G. Mack said he had a similar case to deal with some time ago. "I was about to admit him not only as a membr, but as a deacon, when I learned that he was trying to sow strange ideas among my deacons. I immediately threw away the key on him," said Dr. Mack said amid laughter. "and he is not a deacon in my church yet." Darlington, Md. Dec. 1920. Afro-American Co. Dear Sirs: Please publish the following: Why I am not now a member of Elector Chapter O. E. C. I joined Elector Chapter about ten years ago and kept in good financial standing. On June 18, I married Wm. T. Smith, Master of Shining Light Of Paradise Lodge No-21, F. & A. M. (Berkley, Md.) On Sept. 26, he beat and choked me in a most cruel manner. A few days later before a Justice of Peace, in the presence of his lawyer, my husband plead guilty and paid a fine of $6.00. Upon the advice of Grand Master Evan F. & A. M. I sent a charge of brutal treatment into the lodge against my husband. The case was taken up Nov. 23. My husband made no denial of the charge and acted in a very defiant manner. A copy of the case was before the lodge signed by the Justice of the Peace—Mr. William B. Selfe, Darlington, Md. Seven days later I received a letter from Shining Light of Paradise Lodge No. 21. F. & A. M. stating my husband had been exonerated. Dec. I. I sent my resignation into the Chapter. I do not care to have Bishop Clair was formerly pastor of the Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church, Washington, D.C., and during that time he rebuilt the coliseum and raised the membership to its present huge proportions. With Bishop R. E. Few have seen my weep A. P. Camphor of Monrovia who died last winter in this country. Bishop Camphor was a Missionary Bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Missionary Bishops were abolished at the last General Conference and all bishops of every race are now elected to full rank. Bishop Clair is accompanied to Monrovia by Mrs. Clair, Dr. John H. Reed of Liberia, and Mr. Cyril Henry of Monreal. Dr. Reed is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and a graduate of New Orleans University. For a time he was pastor of Wesley Chapel, Little Rock Arkansas. He went to Liberia in 1955 as a missionary under the Board of Foreign Missions of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He was soon made president of the College of West Africa maintained in Monrovia by American Methodists. He CURTIS—In sad, but loving remembrance of my dear husband Richard Curtis, who died December 22, 1895, 25 years ago. In our home he is fondly cherished Sweet memories cling to his name Hearts that love him in deep affection Will love him in death just the same By his loving wife, JOHANNA CURTIS. RUSSELL—In loving remembrance of my dear beloved mother Violet E. and sister Mary E. Adams who departed this life Dec. 11, and Dec. 25, 1911 respectively. Then the spirit has declared Bless unutterably blesst Jesus is their great reward Jesus is their endless rest By her son, WALTER S. RUSSELL succeeded the late Bishop Campher in that position. He was also editor of "Liberla and West Africa", a publication devoted to religious life in that country. In 1914 Dr. Reed took out his citizenship papers in Liberia and was appointed principal of Donovan Institute under the Liberian Government. He is also tax assessor for the city of Monrovia. He has made five HILL—In loving remembrance of my dear husband, Cornelius Hill, who departed this life three years ago, Dec. 22, 1917. How often have we thought of you From the world of sorrow and pain. To the land where God has taken you You are resting now in peace By his, WIFE AND ADOPTED DALIGHTER. (Special) in the Methodist Episcopal Church by the General Conference at Des Moines, May last, arrived in London, England this week from New York aboard the steamship Egba for Monrovia Liberia, where he will take up his Episcopal residence. Bishop Clair was formerly pastor of the Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church, Washington, D.C., and during that time he rebuilt the edifice and raised the membership to its present huge proportions. With Bishop R. E. Jones of New Orleans he was elected bishop at Des Moines. He has been assigned to Liberia to fill the place made vacant by the death of Bishop A. P. Camphor of Monrovia who died last winter in this country. Bishop Camphor was a Missionary of the Methodist Episcopal Church. Missionary Bishops were abolished at the last General Conference and all bishops of every race are now elected to full rank. Bishop Clair is accompanied to Monrovia by Mrs. Clair, Dr. John H. Reed of Liberia, and Mr. Cyril Henry of Montreal. Dr. Reed is a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and a graduate of New Orleans University. For a time he was pastor of Wesley Chapel, Little Rock Arkansas. He went to Liberia in 1905 as a missionary under the Board of Foreign Missions of the Methodist Episcopal Church. He was soon made president of the College of West Africa maintained in Monrovia by American Methodists. He succeeded the late Bishop Camphor in that position. He was also editor of "Liberia and West Africa", a publication devoted to religious life in that country. In 1914 Dr. Reed took out his citizenship papers in Liberia and was appointed principal of Donovan Institute under the Liberian Government. He is also tax assessor for the city of Monrovia. He has made five trips to this country, and has been ministerial delegate from Liberia to the Methodist Episcopal General Conference of 1912, 1916 and 1920. Dr. Reed will continue in educational work in Liberia as Superintendent of Education. Mr. Cyril Henry is a native of Jamaica and a graduate of the English High School of Boston. He received his degree of Bachelor of Agricultural College in 1919. He is going to Liberia as an agricultural missionary under the Methodist Board of Foreign Missions. He will take charge of the industrial school and demonstration farm to be established at White Plains, Liberia, under the new Methodist Centenary program. Geo. W. Bailey Mr. George W. Bailey, well known pulman porter on the Pennsylvania Railroad passed away at his home 102 York street. Sunday Dec. 12 at 1 P.M. M. Bailey was known as a splendid porter, a remarkable example of punctuality and was loved by all. He was a faithful worker of the Progressive City. lodge of Elks No. 25 also in Jer- The funeral services were held at his home Wednesday. Dec. 15, at 2 1. M. Interment in New York Bay Cemetery, N. J. He leaves a wife, Mrs. Jessie Bailey, one son, George Bailey, Jr., and a host of friends among which are Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Carter and Charles E. Friend of Baltimore, Md. Wm. H. Carter, a member of the Monumental Lodge of Elks No. 3 Baltimore, Md., attended the funeral. PRESS—In sad, but loving remembrance of our daughter, Myrtle who departed from this life four years ago, Dec. 24, 1916. You are resting in peace dear daughter Four year have passed away You are gone, but not forgotten, As I think of you each day By her MOTHER AND FATHER BERRY—In sad remembrance of our dear father, George Berry, who departed this life, Dec. 23, 1915. Farewell dear father a long farewell For us you have labored for many years You have always striven to do your best And now you have gone to take your rest. By his, WIFE AND CHILDREN WILKEY—In sad, but loving remembrance of my dear beloved mother, Elizabeth Wilkey, who died June 21, 1920 six months ago, today. I held her in my arms. And saw her soul depart And when I found that she was gone It nearly broke my heart I miss the tree from our home dear mother I miss the from thy place A shadow over our lives is cast I miss the sunshine of thy face I miss thy kind and willing hand Thy fond and honest care My road is dark without thee I shall miss the everywhere My sad heart still aches For I will never forget thee dear For I will never forget thee dear mother WASHINGTON—In loving remembrance of our dear brother, who died Dec. 13, 1910. Gone, but not forgotten By his sister, EMMA WASHINGTON. COOPER—Departed this life, Harrison Hall, and has left a beloved wife Henrietta Hall. Dec. 3, 1920. Gone, but not forgotten E. COOPER ERVING—In sad, but loving remembrance of my dear husband, Walter L. Erving, who departed this life Dec. 24, 1910. Sleep on dear husband, take thy rest God called you home. He that it best He knew your suffering here, was great. So He opened wide, the golden gate By his wife, ROSA G. ERVING MEDLAY-In sad, but loving re-; BROOKS-In sad, but loving remembrance of our dear father, Rev. membrance of my dear husband Isaac John H. Medlay, who departed this Brooks who departed this life two years ago, December 20, 1919, years ago, Dec. 20, 1918. MEDLAY—In sad, but loving remembrance of our dear father, Rev. John H. Medley, who departed this life one year ago December 20, 1919. From a world of pain and sorrow To a land of peace and rest God has taken you dear father Where you will find eternal rest By his loving children, MARY SMITH, LILLY BELLE, CORA ROY, and grandson MELVIN G. ROY. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the friends and relatives for their kindness at the death of my husband, Thomas Bowyer, who passed to the great beyond one month ago today Nov 12 1920, Mt. Winns, Md. You are now resting in peace Dear husband, one sad month You are gone, but not forgotten As I think of you each day Nobody knows my longing Few have seen me weep I shed my tears with an aching heart While others are asleep By his wife, MARY E. BOWIER. CURTIS—In sad, but loving remembrance of my dear husband Richard Curtis, who died December 22, 1895, 25 years ago. In our home he is fondly cherished Sweet memories cling to his name Hearts that love him in deep affection Will love him in death just the same By his loving wife, JOHANNA CURTIS. RUSSELL—In loving remembrance of my dear beloved mother Violet E. and sister Mary E. Adams who departed this life Dec. 11, and Dec. 25, 1911 respectively. Then the spirit has declared Unutterably best Jesus is their great reward Jesus is their endless rest By her son, WALTER S. RUSSELL. HILL—In loving remembrance of my dear husband, Cornelius H., who departed this life three years ago Dec. 22, 1917. How often have we thought of you from the world of sorrow and pain? To the land where God has taken you You are resting now in peace By his, WIFE AND ADOPTED DAUGHTER. CHRISTMAS MENU, Merry Christmas $1.00 Olives Oysters Fresh Vegetables Roast Young Vermont Turtle Giblet Gravy, Chicken Croquettes Apple Fritz, 3 Vegetables Fried Sweets or Mashed Wheat Sour Krout Mashed Potato Stewed Tomato Lettuce and Tomato DESSERT Fruit, Mince or Lemon, Cluster Raisins CHRISTMAS MENU Merry Christmas Christmas Sausage and Cakes, Buckwheat P. S.—This Coupon and $1.00 MOORE'S, 929 REESE'S CAFE 11:30 Christmas OYSTERS Soup 15c Boiled Smithfield Ham and TURKEY Celery Roast Turkey Sweet Potatoes Baked Macaron Fruit $1.00 Ice Cream Roast Beef Hot Mince, Apple, Strawberry Ice Cream 10 English Plum Tea 5c Milk 5c Coffee loving re- rear husband December cherished is name dep affection at the same JOHANNA Just three Gook took me it will not And oft in I wipe away For mother golden By his lo Sox MENU, DECEMB $1.00 Oyster Cocktail Vegetable or Chick mont Turkey, stu Gravy, Cranberry rates Apple Fritters au R B Vegetables Mashed White Pota Mashed Turnips Tomatoes and S Tomato Salad, I DESERTS Lemon, Ice Cream, Mixed Nuts S.MENU DECEMBER Christmas Breakfast Buckwheat 55c. upon and $1.00 is worth S. 929 DRUID HI 110 WEST I Fried Sweets or Mashed White Potatoes, Green Peas Sour Krout Mashed Turnips Steamed Rice Stewed Tomatoes and Spinach Lettuce and Tomato Salad, Mayonnaise DESERTS Fruit. Mince or Lemon. Ice Cream. Assorted Cakes Cluster Raisins Mixed Nuts After Dinner Coffee CHRISTMAS.MENU DECEMBER 25th, 1920 Merry Christmas Happy New Year Christmas Breakfast P. S.—This Coupon and $1.00 is worth one dinner at MOORE'S. 929 DRUID HILL AVE. Christmas Dinner MYSTERS TO ORDER Ham and Kale w TURKEY DINNER Roast Turkey Red Macaroni Augrge Fruit Salad Ice Cream and Cake Beef Dinner 4c PIE Apple, Lemon and Cream 10c. Bish Plum Pudding 5c Coffee 5c Soup 15c Relishes Boiled Smithfield Ham and Kale with Potatoes 50c TURKEY DINNER Hot Mince, Apple, Lemon and Pumpkin Strawberry Ice Cream 10c. Cake 5c. English Plum Pudding 15c Tea 5c Milk 5c Coffee 5c Butter Milk 5c A SOPE Cream Brown THE HAIRDRESSING IS A W If you are having hair tro table is complete without SOPE scalp and skin. Sold entirely on we claim. 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For Sale in Bulkmore by Fennell's, Drudl Hill avenue and Biddle street; Stokes and Derry, Drudl Hill Ave, and Oxford St.; Young's Drudl Hill Ave. and Hoffman St.; Bishop's Hair Shop, 1425 Pennsylvania Ave.; and Johnson's Barber Shop, 544 West Lanvale street. Mme. Alberta Holiday, 1602 E. Madison Street, Fred Jordan, 632 Laurens St. near Fremont Ave. Two sad years with all their changes Since death suddenly bade us part But dear husband all the changes cannot take you from my heart I never knew the pain you bore I did not see you die I only know you passed away Without telling me good bye. I never will forget you dear husband While in this world I stay And my heart has never been the same Since you have passed away Oh husband thy gentle voice is gone Thy warm true heart is still An on thy pale and peaceful face Is resting death's cold chill By his devoted wife, LIZZIE JOHNSON—A loving tribute to mother's boy, Walter Johnson, who went home to God three years ago due 21, 1917. Rea and ber Just three year ago today God took my darling boy away It will not be long my son to wait And oft in the lonely hours I wipe away the tears For mother will meet you at the golden gate By his loving mother, LENA HEN- NA SMALLWOOD—In sad, but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Jennie Smallwood departed this life 10 years ago, Dec. 22, 1910. She left her home in perfect health She looked so young and brave I little thought how soon she would be laid in a silent grave On the memory of that evening When they told me my mother was dead My heart was crushed with sorrow and bitter tears I shed We can never forget you mother While in this world we stay And our hearts have never been the same Since you have passed away By her sons, RAYMOND AND WASHINGTON SMALLWOOD. J, DECEMBER 25th, 1920 Happy New Year $1.00 Apple or Chicken Soup Turkey, stuffed with oysters R, Cranberry Sauce Apply Jelly Writters au Rum Vegetables 8 White White Potatoes, Green Peas Turnips Steamed Rice Potatoes and Spinach Potato Salad, Mayonnaise RESERTS Ice Cream, Assorted Cakes Nuts After Dinner Coffee DECEMBER 25th, 1920 Happy New Year Near Breakfast Meat 55c. Coffee or Tea $1.00 is worth one dinner at 129 DRUID HILL AVE. 110 WEST BIDDLE STREET EAS TO ORDER Relishes and Kale with Potatoes 50c EY DINNER Turkey Cranberry Sauce Lima Beans Caroni Augratton Bit Salad Cam and Cake $1.00 Chef Dinner 40c PIE— Lemon and Pumpkin 10c. Cake 5c. Cam Pudding 15c Coffee 5c Butter Milk 5c Truth is established by witnesses have proven their reliability and worth and thousands both at home and abroad can testify to its merits. Ask your neighbor; ask your friend and above all, test them for yourself. EVERY USER OF OHIA'S DOWN Pomade WITH A BLESSING A WITNESS troubles try it. No lady's dressing OHIA'S preparations for the hair, on their merits. They do more than made, 25, 35, 50c; Sophia's Glycerine it leaves the hair clean, soft and Hair Shine, a perfect gloss and Sophia's Whitening Cream, the per- AS SA BURTON'S Pennsylvania Avenue ment of Prices on all Wes We have just bought a large stock on and Women's Suits and Coats, mercoats and are offering them to de at a very LOW PRICE. The ments are the choice selections of son and are up to the minute in material and workmanship— XMA At BUR' 1214 $ _{2}^{1} $ Pennsylvania A Re-adjustment of We have XMAS SALE At BURTON'S 1214 $ _{2}^{1}$ Pennsylvania Avenue A Re-adjustment of Prices on all Wearing Apparel We have just bought a large stock of Men and Women's Suits and Coats, and Overcoats and are offering them to the trade at a very LOW PRICE. These garments are the choice selections of the season and are up to the minute in art, material and workmanship THEY are TRULY BEAUTIFUL and TERMS EASY 15.00 UP ;UI ers were so well pleased with the SUITS AND COATS $15.00 UP Our customers were week that it has become the "TO BURTON'S FOR Our Shoe Store at 114 for the Xmas trade. Your ing our home stores. SAN 12141 Pennsylvania Ave. Our customers were so well pleased with their bargains of last week that it has become the talk of the town. "TO BURTON'S FOR BARGAINS AND FAIR TREATMENT" Our Shoe Store at 1108 Penna. Ave. has also put on new features for the Xmas trade. Your shopping will not be complete without visiting our home stores. NORTHWESTERN PHARMACY Cut-Rate Druggists Penna. Avenue and Dolphin Street Watch This Space each week CANDY DOWN STRICTLY FRESH JUST MADE BUY YOUR XMAS CANDY AT A REASONABLE PRICE AMBASSADOR CHOCOLATES "As Good As The Best" cost less than most HALF POUNDS 89 Cents per pound Regular Price Has Been 65c and $1.25 Dockman's Bittersweet Chocolates 39 Cents pound CIGARS An assortment of Brands packed in boxes of Twenty-five for Christmas. Reasonable Prices Regular Retail Prices are from 7 cent cigars to 15 cent Cigars STATIONERY, Plain and Fancy, Small and Large Boxes Prices from 50 cents to $1.50 We wish our Friends and Patrons A Merry Christmas ```markdown ``` Mrs. Quarles Recovering After being confined to her room for over three week Mrs. Ida Quarles is gradually recovering from injury sustained by a blow from a black jack wielded very wickedly by her sister, Laura Taylor of 571 Orchard Street, who want into her sister's home 569 Orchard St, and started an argument about some pass gossip, that Mrs. Quarles knew nothing about. Regardless of her innocence she was accused. Mrs. Quarles of being the instigator of pass relative troubles and to get her revenge she made a hostile attack thereby disabling her sister for an indefinite period. Advt. RECEPTION FOR MRS. CLAIR Mrs. Fannie M. Clair, wife of Bishop M. Clair was entertained by the Women's Home Missionaries at St. Paul M. E. Church last Friday evening. 1 Wishes to introduce to you the superiority of the Walker Method. The more you use the Walker Method the more you will be irresistibly drawn to use it. I am prepared to give the treatment or to teach the method. WALKER'S PREPARATIONS FOR SALE AT Coomings Made Fri. Mar 2126 OPEN EVENINGS PRICES DOWN Mme. Emma L. Perry AGENT FOR PORO *Poro Beauty Parlor*... Hair Culture and Facial Massage. We specialize on short and stubborn hair. We are also prepared to touch the system at our Parlor 536 ROBERT STREET Madison. 5544-1 Mme. M. E. Moorehead's BEAUTY PARLOR 2232 Drid Hill Avenue BALMORE. M.D. Hair Dressing, Electric Massaging, Manicuring, Weaving, etc. My school is open for instruction. Teaching the above branches and how to make Hair Pomades and other toilet articles. Diploma awarded. My phone Madison. 4892 ALE Wearing Apparel COP SUITS, O'COATS $15.00 UP with their bargains of last FAIR TREATMENT" also put on new features complete without visit- RTON Phone Madison 2369-J STERN CY Atheniaus to Play the Ohio Collegians at Armory Monday Night. IDAY, DEC. 24, 1920 Atheniaus ampton 18 Shaw 17 Mercer collegiate Basketball Season Opens In Hampton "Gyn" By E. A. Wilson Hampton, Va. Dec. 23.—An enlastic crowd filled the spacious hampton Gymnasium, as the well- machines of Shaw University and Hampton Institute begin to work on the first decision of basket All for the season. Kyleel of Shaw aged the first kick of the game during the first play, making the Shaw followers very happy. This was quickly showed by his goal, thrown by Bryd, Lacen secured the first kick for Hampton. The score was the first half remained close all near the end, when Hampton cured a four-point lead. The kick ended—Hampton 13, Shaw 9, the second half remained with a shot that electrified the spectators, a forward of both teams were closely guarded that only one set was made by each team in the last half. The Hampton missed a number of set- showing that considerable in- vestment must be made in each ball. The passing of both hus was excellent. Hampton had night advantage in that depart- nt. Lapine-up: AMPTON, 18 SHAW, 17 Larcey L.F. Hardy Cornish R.F. Lewis adby C. Stewart gues, Jeter L.G. Lytel enn R.G. Titwer Referee: M. Jones of Norfolk. Length of halves, 20 minutes. Local Basket Ball Men (By Everett Lane) "Le" Batter is better than ever, his murray at goal shooting has been constant feature in practice. Captain Lyles at guard is a treat to hich his jazzing dribbles upport keep any team worried. "D" Harris, our old favorite is a nom for worn, and is all over the art of the time. Scrapy could be a wonder- ball around athlete, but hates the training. Physical condition means so much in battle, and with out it an attack is justly wanting. "Scrapy" is a fair condition, but should be an irregular shape, he will jump center right and lift up. He who was not an usual last season as he hopes to be in a season will hold down one of his guard positions. "Nemo" is a mineral extractive player and will do well improve a good deal in tactics as the season goes on. Wes Hunt seems to have gotten to business and is showing up mathematically in practice. Him is liking more team work and showing later terms at shooting. Arrostrong, a lighter that he is, is quite a finished player as either he or Harris, but always gives a account of himself. He is master of a very serious way of shooting, baked, with one hand and the great to match when he is in him. The Alumni next home game will with the Ohio Collegians, a team to college Stars from the West, is a former western conference star, all around athletes of Ohio state diversity, a former star of Western serve University, and the rest all of the national basketball material Northern and Central Ohio. The Alumni and the Ohio Collegians will look home at the Ridiculous Art Armory Monday evening December. Bacharachs And Hildildes Now Members Of Organized Colored Baseball (From Various Western Papers) Indianapolis, Indiana, Dec. 16—The best feature of the meeting of organized colored baseball here was the mission of two eastern teams to the eastern circuit—Bacharachs of Aix-La-Paris City and Hildildes of Philadelphia. the opening session was called to order by Chairman Andrew Foster, in assembly room of the Indianapolis, Y. M. C. A. in Sonate street, at 11:30 a.m. This open meeting was headed by Charles, A. Mills and Attorney G. Phillips, represent the St. Louis Giants; John Mattews of Dugong; and the Syron Maros; J. Toney Blunt representing the Detroit Stars; Harry Stair, Dr. H. M. Smith and J. M. Wilson, representing the Kansas City Chiefs; Edward Bolten, of Philadelphia, representing the Hildale;s; W. Camer, of New York City, representing Bodeaux Giants; C. Taylor, of Indianapolis, representing the Dayton Maros; the American Giants, Chicago Giants, and San stars being represented by the Poster, A. M. Williams, Pilgrim, and G. J. Tate and L. E. Williams of Cleveland were on hand handing out the possibilities of seeing franchises for their respective cities. Dayton franchise will be transferred to Columbus with the widely popular Sol White as manager. Dayton was also held in Heckland Field, Florida, and in "Real" Kicks" and the Cuban States use that diamond, while the Reds on the road. The most important transfer was Shaw from the A. B. C.'s to the charachters, the selling of Jimmy Owens, outfielder for the American Giants for the veteran Gans and shortstop, Young A Athenian A. A.--Blue and Gray Machine Girl's Team Practicing Hard The Athenian Girls are practicing diligently in preparations for their game with the champion Carlyle Girls of Washington. The two teams will meet in the first game of a double attack at the Richmond Market Armory on Dec. 27. The Athenian Blue and Gray Machine playing the Ohio Collegians in the other game. tiring times at week, when which is quite a large squandrum from which the showing of the young ladies have made this far, the coaches will have their hands full when the time come to pick the team. Louise Parrot has been elected Captain, no doubt she has had previous basketball ball experience for her dribbling and goaf shooting should cause Morgan and the Carley Girls much trouble. Other girls showing up well are: Elizabeth Anthony, Elizabeth Lee, Alaina (Sis) Peek and Pauline Wharton. The coaches predict one of the best teams ever to represent the city. The Athenian girls will open their season Wednesday at St. Mary's Hall which game should put them in fine condition for the Carley game. The team is going to hold tag week, when every person interested in Athletics will be tagged. Let's put Baltimore on the Athletic map. Negro Ex-service Men To Receive "XAid' A: R. K. King Amounts State Officers Charged With Distribution Of Funds Atlanta, Ga., Dec. 25—R. H. King regional supervisor of the Y. M. C. A. War Work Council, 1612 Candle Building, Atlanta, Ga., has issued the following announcement for the benefit of Negro ex-service men: "The Y. M. C. A. War Work Council has set aside some $200,000 million and in awarding scholarships to ex-service men. Any Negro who is eligible and needs help to get an education should address the State Supervisor of his home State at Y. M. C. A. State Headquarters for full partners." The following men have charge of the distribution in the several States: A. H. W. Holmes, 1412 Jefferson County Bank Building, Birmingham, Ma. Arkansas: G. G. Cross, A. O. U. W. Building, Little Rock, Ark. Florida: O. E. Maple, Central Y. M. C. A. Jacksonville, Phi. Georgia-Dr. W. A. Lce. 1728 Candler Building, Atlanta, Ga. Kentucky—J. L. Darter, 245 Association Building, Louisville, KY. Louisiana - Dr. George D. Bouth 634 Maison-Blanche Annoe. New Oklahoma Mississippi - Cainton Guy Nason Dunlake, Building, Jackson, Miss. North Carolina.-G. C. Huntington. Central Y. M. C. A. Charlottel, N. C. South Carolina.-Dr. E. R. Pendleton, S. C. Tennessee.-A. B. Richardson, 206- 209 Association Building, Nashville 720-763-8200 Virginia.-P. R. Mites 902 Chamber of Commerce, Richmond, Va. Negro ex-service men may write direct to, H. K. Hing, Candler Building, Atlanta, Ga. To Be Entertained (By E. Everett Lane) The chief topic of discussion among basketball enthusiasm is the bargain attraction booked for Monday night at the Richmond Market. The Athenian Blue and Gray Machines will be on the Ohio Collegians from the West and as an extra, added attraction, the Athenian Girls will encounter the Carleigh Girls of Washington. The Ohio Collegians team is composed of College stars of the West. One man a Western Conference Star, around athletes of Ohio State University, around Western Reserve University/at the ex-stars now residing in Central Ohio and Michigan. The team is ex- exceptionally fast and plays a hard game. They have sent advance information, they expect to take back the sculpt of the Blue and Gray Machine. Don't forget to send your reports in early fellows for this paper. All you have to do, remember it, to write on "one" side of the paper only, and send your report to 1221 Asl. land avenue, all that. All boys news printed The Blue and Gray Machine is the best that ever represented Baltimore. At present they are in-trim to battle any foe, and when time come to select the years champions they should be among the top-notches. Morgan Academy fell easy victim to the onslaught of the Athenian Arrows, whose passing and shooting excelled throughout the contest. It soon became just one goal after the other for the Arrows and the Morgan quint was kept on the jump trying to sheaf off the attack. CARLYLE BIG "FIVE" FAIL TO APPEAR Athenians Investigating—And May Sever Athletic Relation As Consequence The failure of the Carlyle Big "Five" of Washington to appear for their scheduled game with the Athenian Blue and Gray machine, last Thursday night at the Richmond Market Armory, has caused quite a stir in the Athenian Camp. Rumor has it it the Carlyle's were nocturnally weak at center and were afraid to tackle the fast going Athenian. The Athenian Manager does not support or suffer the public suffer as a consequence, they are investigating and promise to unload something in next week's issue of te Afro. Should this rumor prove to be true, athletic relations, will be severed with the Carlyle's and a letter sent broadcast advertising their actions. Athenian Cut Athenian Cut and Gray Maching who will battle Ohio Collegians at Richmond Market Armory Monday night. Y.M.C.A.29. HIGH SCHOOL 2 The fast and light Junior Five on the Y. M. C. A. won its first outside victory from the Junior High School team by a score of 29 to 24. The game was close and exciting through. Clever passing and team work won the game for the "Y" boys. Captain Shields field work was a credit to the team. High School made only six field goals. The line up was as follows: Y. M. C. A. HIGH SCHOOL Substitution—Chapman for Short Spencer for Wyatt. Goals from field—Wake 5, Madlen 5, Sheild 1, Hawking 3, Coe 3, Hunt 4, Foul goals—Hunt 10, Wake 2, Short 2, Aller 1. The Junior Five plays. Carney Street High School Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. Come out and see the boys play the game. ARMSTRONG 27. The Armstrong High School Basket Ball Team defeated the "X" Big Five by score of 27 to 28. The light and fast high school team played a close defensive game from the start and the team team had only one point. Reason, the fast and clever floor guard of Armstrong startled for the visitors caging five baskets during the game. Line up as follows: Brown F. Berry Jackson F. Anderson Haywood C. Harris Dorssey G. Harris Armstrong G. Blackwell Substitutions X. M. C. A.—Wilson for Haywood. - Goals from field - Brown 6, Wilson 2, - Armstrong 11, Dorssey 2 - Berry 3, - Keenan 5, Blackwell 2 - Foul goal, - Brown 3, Wilson 1, Blackwell 2, and Hedge 1. The. Y. Team will play the Harris- burg. Y. M. C. A. Christmas Eve. Dec. 24 at "Y." Yymmymmus. New York. New game was cancelled and the team out and boost the team. Help it. win its first. Victory Friday. Dec. 24, Christmas Eve. Boys' Activities Boys' Activities And may this 'Christmas' be the merriest that you have 'ever yet had' in your whole life. There's one main idea that runs like a golden thread through the whole celebration of Christmas. It's the idea that 'Christmas' is the biggest joy, that it's the biggest joy, it's the biggest act. Christ was given to the world and worked among men and taught them how to live. So let "us" be so filled with the spirit of "giving" that "we" from now on may be willing to give also—not money especially but a helping hand: where? What at your own Sunday School, Oh! Give, give, give!!! Give all that's near and dear to you along the line of evaporation—give! Give of your brain power—give of your imagination—give of your best training in general. Let that be one of your Christmas presents that you give your Sunday School or Club this year. Let the present be a whole boat-load full of "help"—freely given. Give this "help" for just about one year, and at the end if that time look back over a well spent year and feel happy that "you" with be rest of us tried, and really did accomplish some very very worthy and note-worthy results—Give! Don't forget to send your reports in early fellows for this paper. All you have to do, remember is, to write on "one" side of the paper only, and send your report to 1221 Asl:land revenue, that alls. All boys news printed free of charge for boys. Yours for a turkey time, CHARLES A. CARY WATERS BOYS CLUB In our last report we spoke of the stable being built at our church by the club. It is almost completed and by the time you read this it will be all completed in section and "set up" in place for the castata which will be held on the Sunday night following Christmas. This stable and manger is without competition any where in Baltimore City and we feel sure that no church will be built in the city. This stable and manger as good as the one built by the Waters Boys Club. Every year our club has been making a new program for the entire year. This year our program will be all planned as usual and will be ready for sale by January 1, 1921. Our "Bible Readings" are also planned for every meeting night of the year, and are so selected that every boy hearing them will become acquainted with the best passages of Scripture. They will also be ready by January 1. CHARLES A. KING At present I will give you first what we are aiming to do. On Wednesday November 24, the boys of Centennial organized a scout club in which we are trying to build up and make better boys in our vicinity. The week before our council was formed with the following: Messrs. Luttrec Mitchell, Willy Harris, Lawrences Pulp, Bernard Harris, Mr. Edward Bishop is our Scout Master. The Scouts should be of great importance to every boy. The Scout is found in most every part of the world. We meet every Wednesday, come and join us. Very truly yours, SCOUTS OF CENTENNIAL EARL PULLY, repereer THE SPARTANS Attention boys! We are striving to make our club which has been in operation for some time—one of the finest in the city. We have quite a number of boys now. We would like to be possible to have at least 150 or 200 boys. If you are belong to a club already that does not stop you from joining another—"ours!" We ought to be able to win success with our club just as surely as the organizer of the Baltimore Bargain House did. Don't you think so? All who are inhaler of this say "whether we can hear or not. Dues 10 cents a week. From. FRANCIS B. YOENG AND ELMER A. THOMAS. In a former recent issue of the Afro there appealed a report of a live Thanksgiving Supper held by Waters Boys Club at which time turkey etc. MME. MINNIE AMY President, of the Mme. C. J. Walker's Agents Club of Baltimore and manager of the supply station, wishes to announce the new preparation of the famous Mme. C. J. Walker's Mfg. Co., namely, Complexion Soap, Floral Cluster, Tale Powder, Vegetable Oil, Atospermine Soap, Dextranol Cream and Tattoo Powder. All preparations can be had at the Baltimore Supply Station at factory price, also school open for instruction in Mme. C. J. Walker's method. Phone Madison 802 W. MINNIE AMY 1606 DRUID HILL AVE. 3 PIECE SUITS Made to Order $28.00 Coat and Pants $25.00 HARRY THE TAILOR 1542 PENNA AVE. were served. The article read Waters "hogs"—it should have been Waters "boys". The letter that we sent to press did not contain Waters "hogs" at all—it contained Waters "boys" but you know fellows even printers make mistakes—we all make them. So this time we'll forgive the printer. The next time he embraces us by calling us "hogs" we certainly make pay a fine "custum" and make him climb a greasy pole blind folded. Yours, a Waters boy. CHARLES A. KING. HOW TO AROUSE YOUR CLUB Here are the rules: 1. Come. 2. If you do, come early. 3. If it is too wet, too dry, too hot, too cold, come. 4. When you come, be sure to find a fault. 5. Do everything to help. 6. Take part in the meetings. 7. Try to encourage the officiers—they ned it. 8. Don't become discourage when USE YOUR CLUB masks. e early, get too dry, too hot, come be sure to find to help, the meetings, agree the officiary discourage when BALL BALL Game in Y. M. C. A. C. DAY, DECEMBER 24th, 8:30 M. Y" vs Junior Five vs Carne ADMISSION, 35 CENTS HIMES IN EAST BALTIMORE ROCHESTER'S BIG DANCE DESTMAS DAY AND N Day, December 25th NEW PALACE HALL Monument and Eden ROCHESTER'S ORCHES on 3 RITHIAN CASTLE HALL Curs., Dec. 30. Fri., D. Dance From 8 p. m. to 3 a. m. CONTEST BETWEEN BERT DORSEY HARRISON HOU JONE HARRISON JAS. L. P. Prize $5.00 Second Prize Music by Fox and Glasco ter known as Jazze ola Jazz and Rochester's Full Orche SION 50c. Wraps check SON'S TWO BIG B AN CASTLE, McCulloh and NIGHT CHRISTMAS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24th, 19 From 8 P. M. to 2:30 A. M. NIGHT NEW YEARS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31st, 19 From 8 P. M. to 2:30 A. M. Singing By Theodore Upshur By Joe Rochester's Full Orche ALF PRICE S. OVERCOAT MUST BE REGARDLESS OF COST PATTS $4.00 UP OVER your opportunity. Don't bring men in this sale we offer to you $1.50 up P FRANKLIN PANTS SHOP W. Franklin St. 5 get the number. Bring Real Bargains, Come NEST ABB DISON STREET, 2 D BELOW Big Basket Ball Game in FRIDAY, DECEMBER Harrisburg "Y" Harrisburg Preliminary "Y" Junior Five ADMISSION BIG TIMES IN EAR ROCHET BIG D CHRISTMAS DAY Saturday, December NEW PALAZ Corner Monument ROCHESTER'S Admission WALTZ CONTEST PYTHIAN C Thurs., Dec. 30 Dance From 8 CONTEST GILBERT DORSEY EUGENE, HARRISON First Prize $5.00 Music by Fo Better known as and Rochester ADMISSION 50c. ROBINSON'S TW AT PYTHIAN CASTLE, MIDNIGHT CH FRIDAY, DECEM From 8 P. M. MIDNIGHT NE FRIDAY, DECEM From 8 P. M. Singing By The Music By Joe Roche ADMISSION HALF PRICE EVERY OVERCOATS REGARDLES OVERCOATS $4 Here is your opportunity Working men in offer PANTS $1.50 FRANKLIN P 528 W. Frank Don't forget the num For Real Bargain HONEST 829 MADISON STRE PYTHIAN CASTLE HALL Music by Fox and Glascoe Better known as Jazze ola Jazz Band and Rochester's Full Orchestra ADMISSION 50c. Wraps checked free ROBINSON'S TWO BIG DANCES AT PYTHIAN CASTLE, McCulloh and Preston Sts. MIDNIGHT CHRISTMAS EVE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24th, 1920 From 8 P. M. to 2:30 A. M. MIDNIGHT NEW YEARS EVE EVERY OVERCOAT MUST BE SOLD REGARDLESS OF COST OVERCOATS $4.00 U P OVERCOATS Here is your opportunity. Don't miss it. Working men in this sale we will FRANKLIN PANTS SHOP 528 W.Franklin St. 528 829 MADISON STREET, 2 DOORS BELOW BIDDLE ST NEW AND SECOND HAND CLOTHES FOR AT ANY PRICE TO FREE- To Get Acquaint with you & get w Evening Gowns For THESES FOR THE WHOLE ANY PRICE TO SUIT YOUR POOR Get Acquainted Bring this sh you & get valuableSouven ing Gowns For Sale and to FREE-To Get Acquainted Bring this Ad with you & get valuableSouvenirs-FREE Evening Gowns For Sale and to Hire BASKET BALL 35 Cents By The LOVE NEST PLEASURE SOCIAL At St. Peter Claver Hall Carey and Presstman Streets WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29th, 1920 Music by Fox and Glascoe, Jazzeola Jazz Band Five Spot Prizes Given Away Mr. Charles Loveday, Pres. Mr. Caster Stevens, Treasurer Mr. Edwin Davenport, Sorgcant-at-Arms Mr. Lewis Thompson, Vice Pres. Mr. Joseph Stevens, Manager Admission 35 Cents The Central Chiropractic College Is now in full operation at Lincoln Temple. 11th and R Sts. N.W. Washington, D. C. FOUND AT LAST! CHIROPRACTIC IS THE SCIENCE that will bring CHERB and HAPPINESS to the HOME by removing the CAUSE OF DISEASE! A full course in Chiropractic is taught under a competent Corps of Instructors at the Institution. Sessions are held from 7 to 3:30 o'clock every Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening. The course may be completed in one week or on before January 1, 1921. A class of beginners will be formed January 3, 1921. Enter Payments may be made in monthly installments. Chiropractic is a real science. No drugs. No knife cutting. There is sub-luxation in every Spinal Vertebra that needs Adjustments. There is no need of suffering. For further information, address JESSE LAWSON, A. M., Ph.D. LL. E., (President, Frelinghuysen University) Registrar, 2011 Vermont Avenue, Washington, D. C. 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GLAITH CO. 1 West 14th St. New York. BALITMORE, MD Phone: Mt. Vernon 717 W. Lightening Combs For Beauty, Colleagues and Hair Dressers with lightening combs. Those combs are made of the best quality steel that is future, and are colored for low price. Write for particulars. ALITY CO. 1. West 14th St. New York. ISKUBING ACT CAUSES DIVORCE Mrs. Alleanor Traverse Saw Hubby And Alleged Vamp Together In House Opposite LAWYERS IN TILT Testimony And Frequent Objections Lengthen Trial To Two Days The alleged martial infidelity of George Travers, 813 Sarahann street, and his attempt to accuse his wife of being unfaithful envolved a two-day trial in Gwent Court. No of the suit for absolute divorce instituted by Mrs. Alleanor Travers, 758 W. Mulberry street. Judge Dawkins granted her an absolute divorce at the conclusion of the trial Monday afternoon. Travers was accused of adultery and set up a strong legal fight against the contentions of the plaintiff, with Attorney Warner T. McGuinn representing him. Roy S. Bond appeared for the wife. All of last Friday was taken up with the examination of witnesses testimony of such variance as he doubt as to who told the truth. When the case was resumed Monday, Henry Travers, a brother of the deceased, was placed on the stand to testify for the defense. He claimed that his brother went to bed early every night and that no women visited him. He also said he had never had any conversations with his brother's wife. Despite strong objections on the part of Attorney McGuinn, Travers was allowed to testify that her husband had made advances to her and said that her husband was the "good." She also said that her husband had stabbed her on the Christmas Day, 1918, but that she did not leave until the following April, when he brought home, she claimed, indisputable evidence of his going with other women. She claimed that her husband had demanded that she leave him several times, alleging that he said if she did not that she "would wake up some morning." Witnesses for the plaintiff testified that they saw the defendant and a girl named Carpenter in a house on the second floor diagonally opposite that of Travers in a partly disrobed condition on two occasions. Paul Hammond, of Carroll street, at whose home the woman lived after leaving her husband, testified that the woman cooked and washed for him and a man named John Williams, who together with Mrs. Travers occupies the back room, with a vacant area intervening. He denied ever having been unduly intimate with the plaintiff. Attorney McGuinan made an eloquent plea in support of the contention of the defendant that a divorce bout would have been Boud argued that the evidence warranted the relief asked for. GRAND JURY Bu. Condemns Unsunitary Conditions At Garret Court County Jail Oakland, Md. Dec. 22—The December term of the Grand Jury for the Circuit Court of Garret county, in its report criticized sanitary conditions at the county jail and at the same time praised the care of the Court-house, of which Oscar Notes, well known colored citizen is jailer. Speaking of the care of the Courthouse, the report says: "We commend the janitor of the Courthouse for the neatness and sanitary condition in which the building and grounds are kept and furries commend him for the nurturing interest he manifests in his work . White And Colored Joint Session Representatives of the Women's Civic League, white and the Cooperative Civic League met jointly at 17 W. Saratot street last Thursday to consider questions of mutual interest. The group included Mendesa Mason A. Hawkins, Sarah Collins, Fernandis and D. G. Mack were the colored representatives present. TAKEN ILL AT WORK John A. Hamilton, engineer at the Angle Avenue Baths, was taken suddenly ill while at his post of duty last Friday. Dr. W. T. Carr was summoned, and found that he was suffering from overwork and a slight heart attack. He was afterward taken to his home, 110 Ellamount St. To Open Office Dr. Enoch W. Dickerson, the well known Ballimore Pharmacist successfully, passed the recent Dental State Board Examination and will open an up to date Dental office, in the near future. Moses Officials To Meet. A meeting of the officers and leading members of the Grand United Order of Moses will be held in Philadelphia to wear future. A large amount of unfinished work over from the recent annual session in Washington is to be transmitted. MRS. LAURA WHEATLEY Winner of the third Prize "Would build small sunlight homes for colored people at low rental and easy purchase.—" "Would provide boarding schools for children too young to enter academies, who need parental care." LAURA D. WHEATLEY WOULD GIVE THE AFRO $75,000 Answers to the contest made a remarkable philanthropic showing for AFRO-AMERICAN readers everywhere. Perhaps it was the approach of the Christmas holidays that helped to influence them, but nearly everyone mentioned some big philanthropy which he or she desired to help. One contested writes that she would give $75,000 to the AFRO-AMERICAN to help it continue fighting against political slavery, $5,000 to help it continue fighting against salaries and $5,000 for Mr. Hawkins' campaign fund in the next senatorial election. Other splendid suggestions that came in were: contribution of $250,000 to lighthouse for this work in Africa; a legal defense fund for men falsely accused like Dorsey. Fountain and 1921 CHRISTMAS NOW AT 1512 PENNSYL Come and join before the great BIGGER—BETTER—EASIER This is the best systematic way or will always be Don't take our word for it, be BRAN You may join our Xmas Club at a time special FAIRFIELD, MD. 1626 PRESSTMAN STREET 1725 ASHLAND AVENUE ENSOR & MONUMENT STS. 401 E. 23rd STREET 402 E. FEDERAL STREET WAVERLY 1161 N. CALHOUN STREET WINGATE & THE THRIFT 1512 PENNA AVE., Office Hours: Daily 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. PHONE MAJ LOOK! LOOK!! Our 1921 Christmas Savings NOW OPEN FOR MEMBER E IS AN EASY AND SURE WAY TO GET OUR CHRISTMAS SAVINGS T LOOK! Our 19 NO HERE IS AN EASY ...CHRISTM Here is the Simple Plan CLASS 1—Members commencing with 1c. CLASS 2—Members commencing with 2c. CLASS 5—Members commencing with 5c. Class 50—Members paying 50c. each week CLASS 100—Members paying $1.00 each week YOU MAY YOU WILL RECEIVE THE TUXEDO S 1506 E. MONUMENT STREET HERE IS AN EASY AND SURE WAY TO GET OUR CHECK—JOIN OUR INCORPORING with 1c. and increasing 1c. each week for 50 INCORPORING with 2c. and increasing 2c. each week for 50 INCORPORING with 5c. and increasing 5c. each week for 50 INCORPORING with 5c. each week for 50 weeks, receive $25.00 with 2% INCORPORING $1.00 each week for 50 weeks, receive $50.00 with YOU MAY JOIN AS MANY CLASSES AS YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR CHRISTMAS MONEY TWO W KEDO SAVINGS & LOAN A ENT STREET BALTMORE G BRANCH OFFICES OPEN DAILY Mrs Station, Md. MRS. A. O. LOW Carlsle Place MRS. EMMA MO A. THOMAS' STORE, Turners Station, Md. MRS. EMMA WOODS, 1118 Carlisle Place DEAR CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB MEMBER It gives us pleasure to hand you herewere This Check represents the RESULT of upon maintaining this estimable habit. As you have now become accustomed to consistent savings through this year, why not Do it NOW, while your check is COM account at once and give you a Savings Pass You will begin to earn 6 per cent INTE Or you present a CHECK CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB MONET, Y Of course you will join the 1921 Club, With the Compliments of the Season, w THE KNICKERBOOK DEAR CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB MEMBER: It gives us pleasure to hand you herewith our check in payment of your 1920 Christmas Savings Club Account. This Check represents the RESULT of your ABILITY to SAVE REGULARLY each week, and you are to be congratulated upon maintaining this estimable habit. As you have now become accustomed to save a REGULAR weekly amount, and realize thereby the ACTUAL BENEFIT of your consistent savings through this year, you is COMPLETE. This check the BASE for a depositor's account in our Savings Department. Do it NOW, while your check is COMPLETE. Just endorse and give it to our Secretary, who will open YOUR free share in the Post-Book, with the amount deposited entered therein. MAIN OFFICE, 1137 N. FREMONT AVE., NEAR LAFAYETTE MARKET SOUTH BALTIMORE BRANCH OFFICE 927 LEADENHALL STREET WEST BALTIMORE BRANCH OFFICES: 942 SARATOGA STREET AND 1615 WEST MULBERRY STREET EAST BALTIMORE BRANCH OFFICES: 523 NORTH CENTRAL AVE. 822 WARNER ST. "A YOUNG MAN SHOULD SAVE A DOLLAR OUT OF EVERY FIVE HE EARNS."—ANDREW CARNEgie. WILLIAM ROBERTS Winner of the Second Prize ALICE L. THOMAS WINS FIRST PRIZE Would Use Million Dollars To Build Apartment Houses To Be Let Out At Low Rental WM. ROBERTS SECOND Suggests Social Center For Parents and Enforcement Of Compulsory Education Law The winners: First prize, Alice L. Thomas, 1515 Pressman street; second prize, William Roberts, 608 W. Baltimore street, third, Mrs. Laura D. Whentley, 1230 Drudg Hill Ave. The first prize for the best answers to the question, "What would you do with a million dollars?" was awarded this prize to Miss Alice L. Thomas, 1515 Pressman street. As in former contests answers came in from every section of the country. None of them seemed so practical and so necessary as the one written by Miss Thomas. Here it is: "With aillion dollars I would build as many apartment houses as possible and designate them for the use of colored persons who are forced to live in unhealthy alleys, unsightly and small streets." We cannot successfully combat disease in such disease breeding places. ALICE L. THOMAS WOULD HELP PARENTS AND CAREERS If William Roberts were a millionaire, he would use his wealth to help untrained parents and children. His letter which takes second prize is as follows: "I would create and maintain social centers in every large city instructing parents to be thoughtful and dutiful towards their children. I would also interest authorities of every Southern city and pass on my pessimistic education for ALL children." MRS. WHEATLEY'S LETTER The letter of Mrs. Laura D. Wheatley, which took third prize is as follows: In million dollars I would create a legal defence fund for colored people, under direction of the THE AFRO-AMERICAN John Snowden; the erection hospitals and schools in Ames and Hayt; a tabereousosis preterm for colored children; a colored high school; upholding the colored schools in the countretching of the school term better salaries; a department stike Wanamaker's, where cole people could be employed; an folks home, colored state bank a home for boys and girls. This weeks contest asks question, "What should color The Brotherhood of John Snowden; the erection of people or Baltimore do if the Ku hospitals and schools in America Klux Klan marched down Pennsylvania and Hayt; a tuberculosis prevent-ania avenue?" and will be found colored high school; upbuilding of the colored schools in the counties; lengthening of the school term and better salaries; a department store; Real Estate dealer, has removed his people could be employed; colored old where he will be pleased to serve his folks home, colored state bank and patrons. To thank the public for a home for boys and girls. I desired to thank the public for This weeks contest asks the past favors and hope for a continuance question. "What should colored or the same. —Advt. Monday Evening, Deca Music by Prof. Ike T Admission 25c Monday Evening, Dec. 27, from 8:30 to 1 o'clock Music by Prof. Ike Thompson's Jazz Orchestra Admission 25c War Tax 3c. COUPON A BIG X BOY One Year EVERY H dollar on this Cou One NO Cut out this CO JO CHRISTMA'S CLUB —NOW FORMING— IN PENNSYLVANIA be the great rush. Make EASIER—EASIER. Interest p omatic way of saving, and will always be proud of word for it, but ask those Christmas Club at any of the fol time specified below: STREET Tu NUE Tu NT STS. Tuesday and Sa STREET Thu STREET Thu BIGGATE & BROWN THE THRIFTY BANKER AVE., BA m. to 5 p. m. Mondays and Sa PHONE MADISON STS2-J. K!! LOOK!!! Christmas Savings Club FOR MEMBERSHIP TO GET OUR CHECK—JOIN O AT 1512 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE Come and join before the great rush. Make your next Christmas BIGGER—BETTER—EASIER. Interest paid on all classes. This is the best systematic way of saving, and if you try it once you will always be proud of it. You may join our Xmas Club at any of the following branches at the time specified below: FAIRFIELD, MD. Coleman's Drug Store. (Daily.) 1626 PRESSTMAN STREET Tuesday night. (7 to 10) 1725 ASHLAND AVENUE Tuesday night. (7 to 10) ENSOR & MONUMENT STS. Tuesday and Saturday nights. (7 to 10) 401 E. 23rd STREET Thursday night. (7 to 10) 402 E. FEDERAL STREET Wednesday night. (7 to 10) WAVERLY Thursday night. (7 to 10) 1161 N. CALHOUN STREET Thursday night. (7 to 10) 1512 PENNA AVE., BALTIMORE, MD. Office Hours: Daily 9 a. m. to 5 p. m. Mondays and Saturdays 9 a. m. to 9 p. m. PHONE MADISON 3752-J. NOW OPEN FOR MEMBERSHIP Your First and increasing 1c. each week for 50 weeks, receive and increasing 2c. each week for 50 weeks, receive and increasing 3c. each week for 50 weeks, receive or 50 weeks, receive $25.00 with 2% interest week for 50 weeks, receive $50.00 with 2% interest JOIN AS MANY CLASSES AS YOU DESIRE YOUR CHRISTMAS MONEY TWO WEEKS BEFORE AVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIA BALTIMORE GEORGE R. PA BRANCH OFFICES OPEN DAILY MRS. A. O. LOWE, 5203 Denm MRS. EMMA MORRISON, 802 I LAURA D. WHEATLEY m; the erection of schools in America bactericides prevent yania avenue?" and bred children; a new on page twelve. school; upbuilding of schools in the counties: a school term and a department store ers, where colored he employed; an old colored state bank and yams and girls. contest asks the that should colored REMOV Mr. Charles Tolson Estate dealer, onces to 121 Drub he where will be plea patrons. I desired to thank past favors and hope of the same. Brotherhood of Elks No. 3 Will C GRAND PRIZE WALTZ AT ST. MARY'S HALL Orchard Street near McCulloh Evening, Dec. 27, from 8:30 to by Prof. Ike Thompson's Jazz Or on 25c Wa Refreshments on Sale Jerome S. Robinson, Chair. A BIG XMAS DAY BOYS' XMAS GIFT One Year's Member EVERY BOY who presents a dollar on Christmas Day this Coupon will be given One Year's Member ship NO RED TAPE Cut out this COUPON——Save JOIN THE "Y" MMA'S CLUB 19 FORMING—— NYLVANIA AVENUE rush. Make your next Christmas R. Interest paid on all classes of saving, and if you try it once be proud of it. but ask those who have tried it. NACHES—— any of the following branches are offered below: Coleman's Drug Store. (Day Tuesday night. (7 to Tuesday night. (7 to Tuesday and Saturday nights. (7 to Thursday night. (7 to Wednesday night. (7 to Thursday night. (7 to Thursday night. (7 to & BROWN JR. FTY BANKERS BALTIMORE, M. Mondays and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. DIDSON 3782-J. A BIG XMAS DAY OFFER One Year's Membership EVERY BOY who presents one dollar on Christmas Day with this Coupon will be given One Year's Membership NO RED TAPE Cut out this COUPON——Save a Dollar JOIN THE "Y" CHECK-JOIN OUR NGS CLUB... Your First Payment Makes You A 10 weeks, receive $12.75 with 2% interest 20 weeks, receive $25.50 with 2% interest 10 weeks, receive $63.75 with 2% interest with 2% interest YOU DESIRE WEEKS BEFORE CHRISTMAS 1 from 8:30 to 1 o'clock Japson's Jazz Orchestra War Tax 3c. AS DAY OFFE XMAS GIFT 's Membership Y who presents on ristmas Day with on will be given ar's Member- ship ED TAPE ON — Save a Dolla THE "Y" VENUE our next Christmas on all classes. you try it once you have tried it. ing branches at the Drug Store. (Daily.) by night. (7 to 10) by night. (7 to 10) lay nights. (7 to 10) by night. (7 to 10) night. (7 to 10) night. (7 to 10) by night. (7 to 10) R. TIMORE, MD. ays 9 a. m. to 9 p. m. T CLUB... Student Makes You A Member 5 with 2% interest 10 with 2% interest 15 with 2% interest Girl Badly Hurt While crossing Pennsylvania avenue at Gold street Tuesday, Thelma Young, aged six years, living at 706 Gold street, was struck by an automobile driven by Weaver Dorsey, 623 Pitcher street. She was taken to Franklin Squire Hospital, where it was said that she probably received a fracture of the skull. Crowds Hear Pickens Dallas, Texas, Dec. 23.—Crowds of people heard William Pickens speak in three Texas towns. No efforts were made by whites to molest him. SALE. OF OF 823 West Mulberry St. 314 North Stricker St. 319 North Gilmor St. 1924 White St. 945 North Mount St. 1027 North Mount St. 1011 North Mount St. 1161 North Mount St. 1330 Mosher St. 1011 North Stricker St. 633 Woodyear St. 1543 Argyle Ave. Tuesday, January 4th 1921 Sale commences at 1.30 P. M. starting at 823 West Mulberry St. and continuing in order until last property is sold. For further particulars see the Daily Record E. T. NEWELL Auctioneer APPARTMENT FOR RENT—Six airbath apartments. Three rooms and bath neatly furnished No. 1521 McCullah street. Dec. 24-31-Jan. 7-14. WANTED—Men with buckets to sell OYSTERS on the street. Apply 119 N. GREEN ST. WANTED—To buy at once a second hand hair picker. Phone. Mt. Vernon 445 After 6 P. M. FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms with heat 1127 N. Mount St. FOR RENT—Two unfurnished rooms, man and wife. 1199 MOUNT STREET. FOR RENT—One small room for rent. furnished or unfurnished. Apply to 1512 DRUID HILL AVE. W. NORMAN BISHOP Attorney and Counsellor At Law 118 East Lexington St. 3rd floor Opposite Courthouse Up-town Office 1107 Druid Hill Ave. 7-9 Every Evening Mt. Vernon 854 TOBACCO OR SNUFF Habit Cured by Harmless Remedy. Guaranteed. Sent on trial. If it cures, costs you $1. If it falls, costs nothing. SUPERBA COMPANY, G. S. Baltimore, Md. t-f Willard W. Allen. Pea Estate Broker. Notary Public 1117 N. CAREY STREET Phone. Madison 1856 J. SALESMAN! To sell securities, progressive company, on attractive commission basis. Write for details, giving your experience. Middletown Rubber Co., Inc. Middletown, N. Y. THE DOMESTIC EFFICIENCY ASSOCIATION Temporary Offices: 1002 CAYHEDRAL ST. Tel. M. Vernon 2109 Places open for white and colored women as cooks, chambermaids, undergraduates, nurses, nurses, waitresses, housekeepers and laundresses. References required. Women placed without charge. TOLSON BROTHERS REALTY CO. Phone Madison 2948 W. address 1524Druid Hill ave 2027 McCULLOH ST. Phone. Mad. 7530 W. Houses sold in all sections of the city on rental plans. Also suburban homes For Sale FOR SALE Morgan Park Lots They are in the garden spot of Baltimore 4 house for rent, Patapsco Park. FOR SALE—9 houses in 700 block Cumberland street. 8 rooms and bath. With furnace. $500 down on each house. Notary Public TRULY HATCHETT 900 N. Eutaw St. COR. BIDDLE THE MORNING STAR BLDG. & LOAN ASSO. 203 E. 23rd Street, Daily from 9.00 A. M to 5 P.M. Class 1 Members paying 25 cents per week for 50 weeks receive $13.50 with interest Class 2 Members paying 50 cents per week for 50 weeks receive $25.00 with interest Class 3 Members paying $1.00 per week for 50 weeks receive $50. with interest Class 4 Members paying $2.00 per week for 50 weeks receive $100. with interest The Morning Star Building and Loan Association. Branches: 1600 Druid Hill Ave., Daily.--190 Falls Road, Wednesday, 7.30 to 9 P.M. W. T. Coieman. President. Arthur N. Rogers, Sec. Levi C. Moore, Treasurer Thrift Building Association The Thrift Building Association will show you how Call to see us, Information gladly given Join now, get ready to buy your house next spring Open daily Regular Meetings, Monday Evenings, 7.30 to 9.30 Geo. Wingate, President Lewis W. Williams, Sel BEAUTY PARLOR SUPPLY CO. 1103 Penna. Ave., City MME. M. KING MFG. CO. 1510 Penna. Ave., Baltimore, Md. Classified Advs. REE TREATMENT We pay postage & send free Red Cross PileFiscal Cure REA CO. DEPT. 6 MINN, MINN DR. J. L. SMITH SURGEON CHIROPODIST 1135 ARGLE AVE. Why suffer from corns, in-growing nails, chillblains, etc., when its a treat to have good feet. OFFICE HOURS: Daily from 7 P. M. to 9 P.M. Sunday, 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. NOTICE OF REMOVAL DR. LIN-CON EXPERT DENTIST Formerly 1602 PENNA. AVE. Now at New Office 683 COLUMBIA AVE. at Fremont Take Fremont Ave. cars to our door DO IT NOW! WHAT? Get your Haircutting, Shaving, Face Massage and Shampoo, Face treated at 521 WILSON ST. Wilson Tonsorial Parlor THE FOLLOWING FOR SALE Hair Tonic, Witch Hazel, Toilet Water, Pine Tar Shampoo, Soap, Face Powder, Elite Hair Pomade, Olive Oil Shampoo, Mint Shampoo, Splendid Hair Tonic, Foaming Tonic, I X L. Tonic, REPOSITIONS HONED C. H. Lowery, Barber Lev Lervis, Prop. LING BASE TREATMENT CURES TUBERCULOSIS IN FIRST AND SECOND STATE I was sick for years. As a, white man it was natural for me to go to best in Baltimore. One said one thing, and another said something else about my illness. I tried hospitals. They did me no good, and I went to Baltimore. He had cured recommended me to try Dr. David N. E. Campbell, the Lung and Nerve Specialist, 1369 North Park, Baltimore. But I finally went to him. After examining me he laughed and said he was sorry for me. He told me things he had complained about. The clan had even touched upon. He has treated me and made practically a new man out of me. I am now a street conductor. Once then he was a doctor. The old son Harry, who had convulsions and could scarely stand or walk. The child now has no more spasms and is able to walk and think Dr. Campbell is one out of hundreds. He has done me wonders, and I am not afraid to tell JOYFULLNESS!! Cheerfullness! This is your opportunity THE MORNING STAR BLD 203 E. 23rd Street, Daily from Class 1 Members paying 25 cents per person Class 2 Members paying 50 cents per person Class 3 Members paying $1.00 per person Class 4 Members paying $2.00 per person The Morning Star Building Branches: 1600 Druid Hill A Road, Wednesday, 7.30 t W. T. Coieman, President. Levi C. Moore, BE THRIFTY Thrift Building OWN YOUR OWN The Thrift Building Association Call to see us, Information Join now, get ready to buy you Open daily Regular M Evenings, 7.30 ..The Thrift Building & L 1512 PENNSYLVANIA Geo. Wingate, President THE LADY OF THE ROOM BEAUTY PARLOR 1103 Penna. Ave. MME. M. KING 1510 Penna. Ave., B FRIDAY, DEC. 24, 1920 Expert E. J. CRANE WATCH MAKER AND JEWEL 1533 PENNSYLVANIA ART near McMechen Street First class service, all work g teed. A full line of Watch-Br rings, Earrings, Brooches Pins and Jewelry for Men and Women. OLD EAST INDIAN HAIR POMADE CO. Why don't you add a few of the East Indian Hair Treatments in your stock. If you are an age for any Toilet Articles, a lady ad hays 7.00 for an in 3 hour had 7.00 from the door. It ne she buys them by the door. If the best treatment on the man and the oldest one, and it is best seller. 100 agents want its highly advertised and you ha no trouble in selling. We was 2 good hair dressers. Good sai to the right party. The East Indian Hair Pomade Co. 1413 Penna. Ave. Baltimore, Md. Phone. Madison 322 THE DUNBAR TAXI OF Ernest Hitchens, Manager 411 DRUID HILL AVEN Baltimore, Md. JOSEPH B. MASON REAL ESTATE BROKER Fire Insurance 1623 DRUID HILL AVEN Phone Madison 7148-781 Wellness!! Happiness!! Opportunity to Join BILDG. & LOAN ASSOCIATION from 9.00 A. M to 5 P.M. per week for 50 weeks receive $13.50 with interest per week for 50 weeks receive $25.00 with interest per week for 50 weeks receive $50. with interest per week for 50 weeks receive $100. with interest ing and Loan Association. Al Ave., Daily...190 Falls 0 to 9 P.M. Arthur N. Rogers, Sec. e, Treasurer JOIN THE Association DOWN HOME ation will show you how ation gladly given your house next spring Meetings, Monday 3:30 to 9:30 & Loan Association ANIA AVENUE Lewis W. Williams, Sec. NU-HAIR TAR SALVE PRICE 50 CENTS 5 Cts. Additional Poor- FOR BALD SPOTS AND DANDRUFF Acts directly upon Scalp and Roots of O Hair; stops the Hair from falling out and resu- dents Dandruff and gives life and full growth. Is guaranteed pre- to retain the straighten- and gloss of the Hair de- ting the wartest and most increment weather. And is daily standing test and proving all al- claims for it. At all Drug Stores thru local distribution. R SUPPLY CO. Ave., City G MFG. CO. Baltimore, Md. Fri., Dec. 24th EDITORIAL PAGE OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN THE AFRO-AMERICAN PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY THE AFRO-AMERICAN CO. J. H. Murphy, Manager 628 NORTH EUTAW STREET BALTIMORE, MD. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One Year ..... $3.20 Six Months ..... $2.00 Three Months ..... $1.00 Payable in advance 7 CENTS IN BALTIMORE 10 CENTS ELSEWHERE Independent in All Things Neutral in Nothing Don't be impatient! It's March 4th. Not a battleship. Japan is building BATTLESHIPS. Jack Dempsey is the "white" champion not the world's champion. And new Chicago comes to the fore with a "Black Dempzl." History will remember him as the man who couldn't keep us out of war. You have to find the wine that is red, in fresh linen before you can touch it. An enjoyment is as good for some wine as a call to the library. It doesn't hurt you to look into a pocket. Clerk of the City is engaged with soundness, immediacy, of the destruction of property by the Cormorant. Sounds like Haiti all over again. The joke is on the New York News. It published a photograph of the pool Paul Lammer. Dealer inferred "Charles Gary 4 Worcester." A LETTER MAYOR BROKEN MIGHT HAVE WRITTEN WITH A GREAT DEAL OF JURISDICTION To the President. Depart of School Commissioners I am quite aware of the fact that any suggestion from this office as to the conduct of the public schools will immediately cause the Public School Association to deceive the taking of politics and education. I am also aware that Dr. Strayer and his assistants are now surveying the public school system and their report should be awaited before hardening your busy Board with necessary reforms. However, I am taking the liberty of calling your attention to conditions in the public schools for colored children with the hope that your Board will proceed immediately to righting the fearful injustice, which the city has for years inflicted upon our colored population. I should not need to state here, that I was elected to office largely by the assistance of the colored voters, and that I promised them, as I promised all other groups who voted for me to be mayor of all the people without regard to creed or color. In order to show my own good faith and sincerity in the matter, I wish to inform you that I shall appoint a colored man or woman to fill the next vacancy on your board. I believe inasmuch as the colored schools are a group apart, some spokesman of the colored race should sit in the councils where plans and policies for colored children are being formulated. I have already suggested to you informally, that there would be a colored assistant superintendent of schools, who, alone, would be responsible in the School Board for the teaching force, equipment, and proper administration of colored schools. I am hoping that you will and a way to take this up the next meeting of the Board and put it thru. On the question of salaries for secondary teachers, the Board of Estimates has already expressed itself by going on record for equal pay for all teachers doing the same work without regard to sex or color. This resolution was passed, of course, too late to benefit the public school teachers this year, and I am therefore suggesting that the School Board use the greater part of its contingent fund in putting it into effect because of the need. If a deficit is in the School Board of Estimates will be only too willing to make up in the 1920s burden! Also without writing the reports of the Strayer investigation, which may not be available for six months yet, am recommending to your Board that provision be made at once for recommending a new training school for colored teachers and a new high school for colored pupils. The old buildings can be utilized for sorely needed elementary schools in the Northwest section. I know that you already plan a recom- very person in Baltimore who owns property in Baltimore City pays city taxes on it every year. For 1921 the city tax rate is $2.97 for every $100 worth of property owned, which means that the owner of the average city dweller pays $50 a year in city taxes. Here is a summary of the city budget showing the city taxes are to be spent next year, and the figures ought to be more than ordinarily interesting to the home owner, who pays direct taxes, and to the home renter, who pays indirect taxes, for these figures show how the colored people of Baltimore "PAY THE FIDDLER, BUT ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DANCE." Summary of appropriations for the year 1921, together with an apportionment of the full tax rate of $2.97, to the various functions of the city government: A PROPRIATIONS Functions, Salaries & Expenses Improvements. Total. Tax rate per $100. 1. General government $2,571,846 $222,500 $2,796,846 .3026 2. Protection of persons and property 4,295,244 1,276,318 5,571,562 .56193 3. Conservation of health 573,900 795,141 1,369,041 .05202 4. Sanitation & promotion of cleanliness 1,790,218 2,240,600 4,030,818 .22456 5. Highways 3,329,740 1,027,122 13,600,960 .33412 6. Charities, hospitals and corrections 1,455,760 50,000 1,505,760 .17996 7. Education 5,826,587 4,600,436 10,455,017 .61075 8. Recreation 1,158,177 432,885 1,593,562 .00088 9. Public service enterprises 1,625,438 9,549,695 11,175,132 10. Fixed charges, requirements for interest, and sinking fund 3,626,600 4,957,715 68577 11. Pensions, etc. 88,106 135,106 .0106 Over five million dollars will be spent in Baltimore in 1291 for police and fire departments, which refuse to employ a single colored person. Nearly three million dollars will be used to run the general government of the city, from which the Negroes are excluded as absolutely as if they were not existent. The Baltimore street cleaners are white persons, the garbage collectors are white, the health wardens are white, the administration of the schools, hospitals, recreation and highways is white. One of the highest positions in the city government is the head of a department in the City Hall. One of the lowest positions is the sanitary inspector, who visits dwellings to see that cellars and attics are clean. From the highest position to the lowest, all employees are white. This was true under the administration of a Democratic Mayor and is true today under a Republican, thereby proving to the colored voter the fallacy of following any party blindly. Baltimore Negroes put men in office and pay for the government, but they may not have any share in it. You are doubtless aware that the colored training school and the white training school each have an enrollment of about one hundred students. Last year the colored training school graduated 25 pupils and the white training school 29 pupils. While the enrollment in both schools is practically the same, we have provided a handsome modern building with offices, assembly room, library gymnasium, lunch and rest rooms for the white training school pupils, and have into the three back rooms on the second floor of School 100, corner of Saratoga and Mount street. We have also a faculty of ten regular white teachers for the one hundred-white pupils and a faculty of four regular colored teachers for the one hundred colored pupils. This means that teachers in the white training school are teaching as many as two different subjects, but some teachers in the colored training school are teaching four different subjects. I am not, Sir, as you know, a pedagogical expert, but my years of experience before the bar and as States Attorney for the city convinced me long ago that if it requires the time of ten teachers to instruct 100 white boys and girls, it should require the time of ten colored teachers to instruct efficiently 100 colored children. I am well aware that there are those, who feel that I should mind my own affairs, and having appointed the members of the School Board allow them, full liberty of action, but this is an extraordinary situation that now confronts us, that we have blinded ourselves to heretofore, and which this administration must handle justly and fairly if it would be true to its own conscience, and true to the highest principles of American government. I have written you at length, but everything here has been set down without criticism or censure, in the spirit of Him whose birth anniversary millions celebrate today. INITIAL LETTER City Councilman William L. Fitzgerald deserves the thanks of his constituents for his efforts to secure the paving of streets in the Seventeenth ward. Greenwillow street, Argyle avenue, Shields alley, and the other badly paved and poorly kept thoroflores are a menace to the health of the Ward and the city as Mr. Fitzgerald declares in his letter to the Mayor. There have been rumors, however, that when a colored man or woman accused a white person of committing a crime against them that these black forces have been unusually busy in trying to prevent the colored man from prosecuting. So in Baltimore, it seems, as if Commissioner Gaither would prefer the loathsome stool pigeon to the upstanding and daily accreditited colored policeman or detective. THE KANSAS RACE RIOT Down-South, they have lynchings, in the North and West they have race riots. The cause in all sections is the same. The spirit of the mobs is the same. The only difference between a race riot and a lynching is that in the former the Negroes run, and in the latter they don't. Negroes of Independence, Kansas did not run last week. Some of them might have been afraid, but they did not run. The temptation was evidently very strong, for a colored man had killed a white groceryman and robbed him of $300. Instead of leaving the running down of the criminal to authorized officers of the law, mobs of whites formed downtown and began a systematic search of the homes of colored people. Homes of isolated colored people were entered and searched, over the protest of the residents, until the mobs got into the black belt where no houses were entered or searched. Instead they were met with bullets and bricks and retreated to a safe distance. Every colored man with a mustache was stopped in the white section of the town and forced to account for his whereabouts at the time of the murder, for it was said that the man who committed the murder wore a mustache. No colored men were stopped in the colored section, because no white people dared to enter it. When officers finally arrested a "man with a mustache" charged with the crime, and lodged him in the city jail, there was no lynching as originally planned. In fact the white people of Independence, Kansas respect their colored neighbors more than ever before. They know now that the colored people have sense enough to fight back when they are outraged. 40.000 PASTORLESS CHURCHES When the Federal Council of Churches met in Boston recently, a poll of the country showed that many of the colleges that formerly sent their finest young men into the ministry are now sending them to schools of law, medicine and business instead. This situation is countrywide; and figures read before the convention showed that a total of 40,000 Protestant churches in America are without pastors. Figures for the South alone show 3,000 Baptist churches, 1,800 Methodist, 1,000 Episcopal, and 1,000 Presbyterian churches unable to supply themselves with ministers of the gospel. Turning to the theological schools, which educate young men for the ministry, it was found that the enrollment in Harvard, Yale, Princeton and in the denominational schools is the lowest in history. Oberlin, (Ohio) College founded by the Congregational Church to supply an educated ministry, has not a single theological student. To make the problem all the more acute, while the ministry declines in numbers, the lay membership has increased and is increasing by substantial figures, so that it is left to speculation what will be the situation ten years from now. Are we facing the situation in which churches will be in charge of lay readers and sociological experts. This is the question the church leaders are asking, and no one seems wise enough to answer it. PERISCOPE When the era of cotton passed, in the second year of the war, and the compulence of male and female workers encouraged indulgence in garment such as before had been only within the reach of the really rich, silk became commonplace, fine within the reach of the humblest toller, and it was found necessary for weavers to embellish their fabrics with voicerous patterns and gaudy colorings to give them distinction in the sartorial riot. And now many women, young and older, find themselves poor in silks and restrained by this superficial evidence of prosperity from the entrenchment which their lessened or vanished incomes should bring. The man in a silk shirt has imposed upon him an obligation to maintain a certain profligacy for he bears upon his bosom the sign of opulence. So he goes broke before he shakes off the silk shackles and hocks the vestment for the price of a square meal or the post war sentence of it. one smiles at the sight of a silk shirt in a pawn-shop, but thereby may hang a tale, so to speak that is tragical. Who Fias Adam's Will? Who has Adam's Will? Will some one please send out a search warrant and a sufficient staff of investigators to "run down" Adam's will? A good and intelligent friend of ours in conversation the other day—it was a rainy day calculated to besir softer thinking—and this friend said he wishes to see Adam's Will in order that he may observe with his own eyes where Father Adam endowed and bequeathed for all time the rights, privileges and amenities for a certain group of people generally known as "whites," to have and hold, to possess and keep to themselves the honorable and craved title of "Superior Race." Who in the dickens has that will? The finding of it would stop a lot of argument. It would help the Japanese, Chinese, Indians, East and West; the Matrys, and those of us who in some varying degree have been bequeathed some portion of the crimson blood of Africa's sunny soil. Speaking off hand, without the presence of the will after-mentioned, it does seem like a bit of arrogance and presumption, for a class of people whose ancestry but carries them back to the barbarians of the dark ages to take the crown, belt and saber of superiority and deny any portion thereof to any other division of mankind. Africa, dear - old Africa, that so many colored Americans scorn and ridicule, has mere unexequated civilizations of superior achievements than this old low ground of America sorrow ever heard about. Go into the Art Museums of Chicago and New York or Washington, look at the originals there preserved, and then continue to talk about superiority! It's all bosh and poppycock! A nation or an individual are superiority only as the great soul of justice and right are developed. Might does not always make right, nor does brute force make for superiority in the things that count. We were for a long time inclined to call man the "superior sex" until woman proved beyond question that she is the equal of man at all stages of the game. The white races of the world are fighting with their backs to the wall. Whatever degree of superiority they have attained, has not been because of their color, but in spite of it. Superiority they have attained, has not been because of their color, but in spite of it. Superiority is assumed not a matter of color but of opportunity. There are notable instances of so called heathen from the jungles of Africa who have been taken out of their environment, trained for the larger fields of life, who have demonstrated the truth that "superiority" is another word for opportunity. California Rebuked California has been fittingly rebuked for its custom of excluding colored persons from the general run of seats in the theatres and segregating them within a special section. A test case was made for an incident in a Los Angeles theatre where a colored boy was refused permission to select his own seat after having paid for a ticket. When the case went to the Supreme Court there was a double sort of defense—first that the manager had acted without instructions, and that the boy's exclusion from the section had been on the score of his being a minor. The Supreme Court sees it, however, as a plain case of drawing the color line, and a violation of the civil code. That ought to arouse the thinking people of the state to take a stand for full social justice for the Negro and to demand that such pettiness as catering to personal prejudice by quasi-public institutions like the theatre Brown, yellow and black all seem to be not the wish of right-minded persons included within the race repugnance other than pure white that is making some Californians see yellow. THE WEEK'S BEST EDITORIAL Haitian newspapers of the day when the Admirals' Court was sitting at Port-au-Prince making distress reading for Americans who like to think that "American" and "fair play" are terms which still have something in common, and would like to believe that better days were dawning for the distressed island republics. For these papers are full of the bitterest constantial complaints against the course of the Naval Court of tuxury which, so they tell us, did not invite Haitians to appear before it but left it for them to volunteer to testify, and then turned them over to the hated gendarmerie before permitting them to appear. Even the most respected Haitians, it appears, as M. Constant Vieux, were denounced as cacs and bandits once they presumed to criticize the American invasion and its manners. Many witnesses were refused a hearing, and if the stories printed in these papers are but one-tenth true—and they were printed during the American Occupation, with the threat of repetition of past reprisals staring their publishers in the face—then American colonialism stands condemned forever. Stories of vengeful terrorism, of an American prison guard putting out the eyes of a prisoner, of prisoners made to act as personal servants for American officers even of prisoners bodies eaten by dogs, fill these papers. We hope they are not true yet least they impose upon the United States the burning duty of a fearless, searching, unbased inquiry as has yet to come. WEEK'S WORST EDITORIAL Judge Wesley Blanton in the Tampa, Florida, Tribune "Why The Negro Must Be Disfranchised "But the primary reason, is that no matter what advancement the Negro might make, he is by racial characteristics unsuited and unfit to exercise political rights in the government of white men. The Negro being without a history, and having acquired little but white man's ideas, is essentially without race pride. He has no distinctive aspirations. All happy prospects to him opens upon fields of white. In Heaven he expects to be a white angel. Our laws are unmatted to him—our language and literature more so. He thinks in white, and must of necessity do so until he can develop an ideal suited to his own race. White to his still typifies unity. He sings our sacred songs in his services, and I dare say sings, 'Make Me As White as the Wings of Dove,' or 'Wash Me and Make Me as, White as Snow!' His songs should rather be: 'Make Me as Black as the Wings of a Crow,' or 'The Me and make me as Black as Ebony.' His racial aspirations will never be white-since, until he thinks he is black.' His bible ought to teach him that he will become a black angel. He must learn to be proud of his color. He must develop a literature of his own. One sometimes now 'sees white plays performed by Negroes in which such things occur as a Negro with a red-wig representing an Irishman, "As God is our creator, so is He the author of our race pride." CRISMUS GIF Holly berries gittin red, Smilah in de hall. Turkey struttn oval feil Pride go after a fall. Sam's been up de oak tree Hunlin mishlede Hang it up foh mistah Bee. Date young misses been. Mammy's fruit cake! Wid a great big bole! Bostes' chile is lowed to take De spoon, an kik de bowl. Sis and Bud an Griffin, Sis is gittin good Goes to school as steppin Fights 'bout bringin wood Teachah learn us Silent night, Cilhim sing it low, Soom I see de heaven, light Make de mangah glow Goin to die big house, Look foh Kernell Smith; Time, he say, what you want Tell 'im Christmas Gif' KENNARD WILLIAMS THE CREED OF A NEGRO SALESMAN (By George W, Blount) I am a Negro: I believe in Negroes and the sure reward the future holds. I believe in the goods I am selling and in my ability to get results. I believe some one will sustain a work intelligently, accurately, prompt get loser. My job can be continued I definite aim and a high bleed of pride I believe in other salesman. For standard of pay, nor poor working co to maintain a high standard of total him a cheerful smile and lend a helpful possible. I believe in my employer. He is a lovers to have things so smoothly and love I should do all in my power to I believe in myself and in the pow self to be all that I can possibly be spiritually, I love it to myself to be ner and appearance. I believe in my home, and that I's to the people in other home as I am of us understand the true meaning of be the best land in all the world. I believe in God, and in His infinite honest work, merry, laughter, clean p he asks or us. I believe if I give to the world the to me. I believe in putting SERVICE above profit most. I believe the Golden Rule is the out success in any line of business. ```markdown ``` Its easy in Baltimore, Annapolis, Frederick, Hagerstown, Salisbury, Crisfield, Cambridge and other places. Wherever you find our people, they are crazy for the AFRO. One newshoy says AFROS go aflying just jump out of your hands. Let us tell you how to do it. Send us this label and we will do the rest. AFRO-AMERICAN BALTIMORE, MD. Please tell us how to become a regular newshoy and earn big money after school hours. NAME ADRRESS The Forum WRITES SANTA CLAUS How are you? I hope you are well I am well and hope Mrs. Santa Claus is well. Dear Santa Claus will you please bring me a rain coat and some goodies and Santa, if you can't get what you, I want please bring me for me. Please you, think is suitable for me. Please Santa, if you can bring me a pair of stockings. Well, Dear Santa Claus, I must close with love to you and Mrs. Santa Claus, I hope you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. KENTHEN SIMPSON 1632 N. Mount St. "THE RUT" I read it in the "Afric" Joe, beneath the large head-time you may have over loked it too, I tell you it was too. I don't know who the fellow is who thinks that kind of stuff, but he's one man that knows his "bus", although it's somewhat tuff. On us two, you can't deny for what gay knows his cue, but it's a lesson Joe, that I should learn as well as you. Twins only half a column, but I can't think of the page. The every line was of a "rut" for follows just our age. Yes, Joe, I read that little thing. It came so true and clear. You'll find it a better thing than anything we hear. Now this is how the head-line "read", to fellows in a put, just use your brains and push ahead and do not be a nut. So, Joe I'll tell you what we'll do of course it calls for brains, we'll incline that fellow Cue, then to reach his classes. You know we both been kinder slim or run down at the heel, and since we got to slink or swim I know just how you feel. But let us try and do our best right while the thing is hot, we'll put our noses at a test then move out on the spot. We'll show old failure who's a nut, we'll draw him out just so we push him head-low in that put and give success a show. Now Joe, I'm tired of being a nut, because it is no fun, we twist about around that "rut" just like Cut man began. J. ARTHUR WARD Eikton, Maryland SANTA CLAUS Come, Santa Claus! Come softly as of old! Tread gently through the stillness to our beds. While in the bright chance of dreams we sail. The rolling waves that rock the deep blue sea. Of sleep, sweet sleep! No heavy hand of care. Shall hay tomorrow, as a though upon. Our brows, while thou art, near Back through the years. We turn the leaves of time, and there retrage. The simple infant pages of our lives of long ago, all rich with memories. O Santa Claus! thy smile of light we feel— As glow the glamours of Heaven in the moon. Fanned by the raven wings of night thy smile. Lit by the angels at the altar—PEACE! O Santa Claus! O name so spotless—pour. So wrapped in jade-sweet faiths and guiltless prayers. As little children now—again—we hear Thy sleigh-bells tinkle—tinkle—faint and low! Fid thou our stockings—fill our folded hands— Our hungry hearts—our dearest hopes—with thy GOOD WILL AND KINDNESS! O Santa Claus! we know thy real name— For, ah, we feel it in our souls—"this Love! LUCILIAN R. WATKINS NAUGHTY NICOTINE WITH APOLLO- GIES TO WALTON We rival about the "Demon Ram," and called the man who drank a rum. We claimed it kept full all the jails, and to the honeys raised our wounds of danger to the yet unknown. And so we killed "John Barbeycorn." Now we, who helped to kill him, greet a new reformer on the street. A man who vents families spleen most the "awful" nihône. An he outraged with motions grand, I'll raise this curse from off the land. Now shall we let our interest warri his efforts in this burn reform? No Let him rave. He's having fun, his light was lost or it began. Well let our cold indifference the old yapping of this food. The world may seethe with bitter wars, but men will still smoke good cigars. They lend a humiliation zest and zip, to life. And sweet companionship in moments when our hearts might bleed with loneliness, without the weed. BOYS AND GIRLS E $3, $5 and $10 and wo Friday and Saturday selling "Its easy in Baltimore, A town, Salisbury, Crisfield, O Wherever you find our the AFRO. One newshoy jump out of your hands. Let us tell you how to, we will do the rest. When Wm. H. Lewis became an assistant Attorney General for the United States during the Taft administration, he was admitted to membership. J. C. Nabar, who succeeded Aitr Vernon as Registrar of the Treasurer, attended sessions occasionally, and Henry Lincoln Johnson, who took Duncan's place as Registrar of Deeds, attended the session. A story tells that J. Boulasse Wetmore, New York lawyer, once saw President Taft about securing a federal pawn. When asked if he had any endorsements, he replied, it is said, that he might secure the appointment of the "Black Cabinet." What is the "Black Cabinet?" asked Mr. Taft in surprise. Sr. Wetmore exasolved, and the President shook with laughter. As Jude Torrell has been the only Wetmore administration there has been big college offender here during the no "Black Cabinet," but more may be one during after Senator Harding succeeds to the Presidency. GARVEY NOT That the new way is made use of. So you may be able to use it. I am not sure how it is called. Race horses are trained against any man who is a preacher, politician, or is not loading the people in the right way. (Applause.) "The preacher who will come before you and tell you, "Give me a good collection tonight—$290 this Sunday and $290 next Sunday and $50 on prayer meeting night," without telling you how to get the next loot of bread—he is no good to this race of years. But if he will tell you how to insure your loot of bread, how to guarantee your bread and butter for years, no kind of money will be too good to give after you have earned it. "But the leaders for the most part have been taking away without preparing to give back and helping us to go along. We want leaders who will prepare the way. This is the chance for the leaders, now that this industrial migration is sweeping the country and affecting the race at large. ! "We demand of our leaders all over the motion to prepare now to face the crisis and help let the nation know that it must give to the Negro a part of what the Negro gave to the motion during the war." PLEDGE LIVES AGAINST LYNCHING Brooklyn, N. Y., Dec. 21.—A crowd of several thousand persons pledged $4,006 the other night to back up an anti-lynching bill, proposed in the United States by Senator Joseph L. France of Maryland. The meeting was held under the auspices of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, which will raise a million dollars to fight lynching. Senator France was the main speaker. EARN EXTRA MONEY work only Thursday afternoon, AFRO-AMERICANS. napolis, Frederick, Hagers- ambridge and other places. people, they are crazy for says AFROS go aflying just do it. Send us this label and "THE WHITE MAN'S BURDEN" Story of Africa and the War Predicted by Marcus Garvey RIDAY, DEC. 24, 1920 A Stor This is the Second In White Man (Will Be Continue There is not another white man than thousand of miles. You will have to accept of my hospitality we will all try to make you continue. You cannot leave at press. You will understand that you cannot a prisoner. You are under constraint, but you will find it both necessary and convenient to remain thus for a few days. You are here a purpose, of which you are entirely ignorant, but which will be extended to you to in-morrow. For the sentent enter. You will find food a bed within," and he led the way through the door into a large room, which apparently was the set room in the house, and of course, I could do nothing but follow CHAPTER JII in one corner of this apartment sat saman busily engaged with a hand mom. She rose as we entered and my mother introduced her as his wife. She had slightly and called out to som- son in another room. I could understand what she said and yet fish, but English so twisted and offied that it was almost unintelligible. I say almost, for I could disguish a word here and there that could understand. My young girl of 13 or 14 made her bearance and brought in some ties of food, which she deposited on a table in the center of the room. My host politely indicated that I should eat, at the same time. citing a chair for me at the table, sat down without more ado and needed to do justice to a most excellent meal, although I partook of alone. The food was simple but of a meat stew, which I took to mutton, fine bread and butter, with oats and fruit of various kinds, set and acid. It was now grow'd, dusk, and candles were lighted placed upon the table and on tickets attached to the walls, which led the apartment with a mellow lit. I noticed that the candlesticks seemed to be of a richer yellow in brass, but at the time did not meet that they were made of gold. While I was eating and drinking a excellent wine, by the way) little girl said, and I had an opportunity to look about me. The woman had in the room, and the boy had poped out into the kitchen to keep sister's company as soon as we were; the house. My host went to doxy; sometimes leaving the room a few minutes at a time, and he was with me spending most the time at a front window, gazing out, and apparently in deep sight. I had notice on entering that the house had no second story, but was bad and low. The room in which we were taking my meal was perhaps bare feet square and eight feet wide. The floor was of stone, the natural portion being covered with wax in the form of rings of a to be easily handled for clean. The walls were painted with corvatic panels, mostly represent flowers and landscapes, and I visited particularly, with some surfaces that there were no corners or tiles in the entire apartment, all units of junction being rounded off the great care. The ceiling seemed unequipped stone work, so far as I had judge. I finished my meal and addressed him, determined to ascertain more suit my whereabouts, and, if possible mothing about the remarkable suit of events that had brought me my present predicament. So I lived to him, with us diplomatic a matter as I was able to assume: "I please tell me just what has banged to me, where I am, how I am here, who you all are, and what going to become of me? I am, of gorge helpless in your hands, if as may, there are no, white men in his identity and I wish to be pre- pared to meet with courage whatever may have in store for me." "I have no foes, sir, you will not be armed in any way. In fact, I hope your brief stay with us will be of advantage to you and to your race, since you are not in a condition to ask the truth about the matters you mention. You are exhausted, mental- physical, and categorical traversy to your questions would know you into such a state that we might fear bad results. In the morning, I will give you a full explanation. Some things I shall tell you will touch you beyond measure and probably seem heredible, until you are gradually convinced of their truth, but now you must sleep. I will confuse you to your room." "But," I replied. "I cannot sleep with this uncertainty harrowing my own soul, especially after your hints of goodful things to come." "I said nothing about dreadful things. They will be most pleasing and invigorating, although very unexcuseable, and amazing. You are to learn some things you never know before." Oh, tell me now. I single (too about) all night if I am loft, loft loorance. I believe me, you will not. You run well well. It will see to that. Do the conversation must cease. Follow me. And there was nothing for me to do but to follow him, with my mind seething with indignation weared in body and soul, exasperated, defiant, but unimpacted conscious of my helpless loss and despair situation. We passed into a small room, almost bare of furnishings. There was a window, opening out of doors and another over the door, both guilts of sushi or glass. There really was no door, only a door opening. There was a screen, however, before the door, which hid the mouth from the eye. I anticipated a sleepless night, for my brain was all in a whirl. The spreading some of the blankets in such inscrined me. I had not yet obtained really the slightest edge to where I was, how I got there, who my host was, what was to be done with me, or how I was to get home again. To ebse nothing, nothing so far happened to cause me to fear or to anticipate any future trouble. I had been received with courtesy, and aside from the fact that I was in a country of blacks and generally the guest of a Negro, there was nothing to cause me to who am no connouiser nor appearance. And yet what could in such matters, to be admirable. upon the floor, and a hammered strochet across one eyeger, while underneath the hammock was a pile of large closely woven soft warm warm that reminded me of Navajo blankets. By this time I joined it to be hearty or quite nine o'clock, and I got about getting ready for bed immediately, but first I thought I would have a look at the bath room, and seen what the prospects were in that direction. So I poked my head through the door, and gasped in astonishment. The bath was sunken in the floor, of ample dimensions and was lined with bright yellow metal, which had all the appearance of gold. But of course that was impossible. It was probably brass (the only other thing I could think of). I had never larded of a brass bath tub, but there was one evidently. I scrutinized it more closely. The lining was perfectly smooth, polished and without any indication of scam or joint. I had a deeper richer line than any brass I had ever seen, and I finally came to believe it really was made of gold. If so my host must be a chief, at least, perhaps a king. It flashed upon my mind that I might be in Abyssebius and this man was Menelik. But no, that was impossible. I was too far south, and besides there was no pump in the fliwelling, no official, no retinue, no servants, and the house was clearly no palace. But it must be an immensely wealthy man. While these thought were crowding each other in my mind I began to remove my clothing and prepare for bath. There was no furniture in the room, but plenty of hooks and standing rods along the walls, and a provision of towels. I was already half undressed, and I both thought myself of the water supply. At each end of the bath, at the bottom, was a wide mouth-like opening, tearing a little, beginning me of the month of an ancient trunk mask, and at one end, in the floor at the head of the bath were two small levers sticking up in the air at an angle. One end was evidently the handle and the other, beyond the bearing or fulcrum, was attached by a curious joint, half pin and half hinge, to an upright rod, which run down through the floor. By each lever, in the floor itself, inhead, was a letter, "H" and "C", which I took to mean Hot, and cold, for those people evidently used English habitually. At any rate, I turned down the one mark "Hot" and such a gush of water followed, that I thought I had broken something and turned it back in haste, when the flow instantly ceased, without any leaking. So I tried the other lever, and found it worked the same, and furnished, as I had supposed, warm, but or cold water, at will. But there was no way to stop the outdoor, no plug or stopper, and the water run out as fast as it came in. At the lever end or head of the bath there was a slight edge or bulge of the bottom, crosswise, that acted as a sort of dam, and threw the water a little upwards as it rushed out, like a reed in a running stream. It was evident that the bath could not be filled like the tubs. I had been accustomed to, and so divesting my self of the rest of my clothing. I stepped in and turned on the water, which tilted through the little slings gates in a rushing torrent, and out through the lower end. "Terrible waste of water," I thought, "but that does not concern me," and I preceeded with the most delightful bath I ever had in my life. I was bathing in a running stream, about toow inches deep, slipping swiftly over a floor of gold. It seemed the very height of luxury. The water was just of the right warmth, clear and pure, and all of the dust and dirt of my long trump was whirled away in a flash, so that when I had finished, and turned the water off, the bath remained as clear and fine as when I entered it. The towels were a luxury in themselves, a soft, and fine were they. I was now greatly refreshed and was soon ready for bed. After pondering the matter a while, I con- included to sleep on the floor instead of taking to the hammock and so after strangones of my surroundings had a way, to make a soft place to lie on I wrapped myself in others and lay down. layer of some very finely grained cement, of the exact color of the stones, to that from a short distance away, the surface seemed to be unbroken. This beautiful work was an immense surprise to me, and cause me to modify my positions of the character and 25,000 MORE PORO AGENTS WANTED Equipped with the Very Latest Apparatus for Teaching the Poro System of Scalp and Hair Culture and all Branches of Beauty Culture Terms Moderate Diplomas Given Write Today for Further Information PORO COLLEGE Poro Corner St. Louis, Mo. It did not take me long to dress, and as I heard no one stirring outside, I took the opportunity to look about a little more narrowly than I had felt like doing the night before. First, I went into the bath room. Yes, the bath was lined with gold—of that there could be not the slightest doubt. In the outer room, my sleeping room—bedroom it could hardly be called, for it contained no bed—I took up the candlestick, which I had examined curiously as I retired: it was also made of sold and appeared to be sold gold and not plated, for it was quite heavy. It was severely simple, without ornament or chasing of any kind, and seemed to be in everyday use and not brought out as a special honor to a guest of high degree, for such I naturally considered myself to be in this community of Negroes. The walls I found to be built of blocks of stone, although they looked as if their surface was continuous, as if covered with smooth plaster, or hard finish. On close inspection the joints and lines of juncture could be discerned, although the separate stones were so cunningly ground and fitted to each other, that the lines between them barely showed. These lines represented extremely thin THE AFRO-AMERICAN layer of some very finely grained cement, of the exact color of the stones, to that from a short distance away, the surface seemed to be unbroken. This beautiful work was an immense surprise to me, and cause me to modify my opinions of the character and nature of these people, with whom fortune had brought me into such close contact. Surely, even to conceive of such work, not to speak of its execution, these people must be more civilized than I had imagined. I examined the blankets, gues and hammock, and found all their handwork of the same perfect and genuine character. There were no loose threads anywhere, no tags, no roughnesses, no sawlike edges, no projecting lumps, no evidences of imperfect threads, and the harmonies of color seemed to me, who am no connoisseur in such matters, to be admirable. As I was completing my survey, I heard someone say: "Good morning sir," from outside my door, and as I returned the salutation and stepped around the screen I found my host standing there, with a broad smile upon his face and a hearty sympathy in his look, as he inquired how I had passed the night. I told him that I had slept like a top and was feeling fresh and fit for anything that might be in store for me and we passed along the same corridor we had traversed the evening before and entered again the main room of the house. He placed a chair for me at the table, and then said: "I am assuming, sir, that you are hungry after your night's rest." I assured him that I was, and he left the room for a moment, returning with a dish of fruit, and a plate of bread, with butter. Again he went to the rear and returned with a pot of hot coffee, with a jug of milk and a third trip brought a bowl of sugar and a saucer of honey. I never enjoyed a breakfast more in my life. The coffee was delicious, the bread and batter equal to the best I ever tasted, and the gentle courtesy of my host suggested the service of the best waiter I had ever known. I afterwards had reason to wonder that, even for a moment, I had ever thought of him us a waiter attending to my wants, and felt much ashamed of it in retrospect. "We have all had our first meal," said my host, "which is always a simple one like that which you. I hope are enjoying." "All our meals are simple, and we seldom take them together. We have no family meals, as you have. Each one eats when he is hungry, and at no other time, and we have no habit of meeting, to eat together, executing when we have public gatherings, at which the meal is a negligible incident and never the chief occasion of the meeting." "Rather an unsocial practice." I remarked. "Perhaps so, but it tends to prevent gluttony." oro Colleg MAN'S ear Prediction RBY HODGE CHAPTER IV INCREASING BEWILDERMENT My breakfast was soon finished, and we prepared to go out. I got my bat, and with my host, bare-headed as usual, started I knew not whither. He turned his steps toward the hills and the fringe of wooos crowning than, from which I enraged on the previous evening. As we walked along slowly I saw my guide, the ten year old adult, playing ball with a lot of other youngsters, and evidently having a hilarious time. 2 We passed along in silence until we reached the shade on the brow of the hill, and there we stopped and the Negro signed to me to be seated. He threw himself down beside me, and remained for some minutes deep in thought. I meanwhile wondering after the cryptic utterances to the night before, what could be coming. At length he smoke. "I thought it better to be somewhat retired during our preliminary talk, and so have brought you here. You are not at all prepared for what I am about to tell you, and hardly know how to begin." "But, first, let me ask," I said, "let me understand clearly what I am and how I got here, and above all, how I can get home again." "I have already told you that you are in Africa. How you reached the coast I am not just now prepared to say. Frankly, I do not know. As soon as you wandered I and, you were guided and directed to this spot by us, chiefly by myself. Matters have reached such a pass in the outer world, especially in the country from which you come that it became necessary for us to take cognizance of it. More of that later." "You are now about one hundred miles from the coast, the western coast of Africa, and considerably south of the equator. We are in the month of January and the days are growing shorter. There are no men of your race on this continent. You will remain with us about a week, and then I will take you back to your own land, to act, I hope, as a messenger of peace between your people and ours." "A messenger of peace?" I exclaimed. "Yes. That also I will explain later." "But, tell me, how is it that you, belonging to a tribe of African Negroes, speak such excellent English? You are certainly an educated man." A this remark of mine, which he seemed to fine very amusing, he smiled broadly. We all speak English," he replied, "It is our native tongue, but comparatively few can speak ancient English with dune and freedom. I am one of them, because my special duties require it, and I have tugged it to my son, that he may be prepared to succeed me." "Ancient English!" i exclaimed. "Why you are talking with me in my*own language. Old English is something very different, and I know nothing about it." ge Again he smiled. "What year do you suppose we are living in?" he said, with a curious quizzical expression. "Nineteen hundred and ten," I promptly replied. "You are far, very far, out of the way. You are a survival of the twentieth century, but are now conversing with a man or the fifty-first century. To be exact, this year is the year 5027 A. D." It is difficult to describe the effect this announcement had upon me. It was delivered in such a solemn and matter-of-fact manner, that I was fairly nonplummed how to take it. My first thought was that I had to deal with an insane man, but his manner was so calm and collected, and his coffee look of physical and mental health so marked that I was mental health so marked that I was thrown into a state of the greatest perplexity. Finally, I blured out: "Nonsense, it is impossible. It is all a dream." "It is not a dream," said he. "It must be a dream." I replied "The idea of my living 2,000 years is pre-posterous. I have had many curious dreams in my life, but this is surely the strangest of all." "This is no dream. You are living in a different world. Much has happened in the last 2,000 years since you left your own land for this." "I should say so, and of all that has happened, this is the most absurd. I have often had a dream within a dream, and have thought of myself that I was dreaming, but this goes the limit." "Did you sleep well last night?" "Yes, slept like a dog." "Did you ever dream of going to sleep and waking up again." "N—no, I cannot say that I have." "Of course not, it is psychologically impossible. Therefore you are not dreaming. You are living in a real world, as you will learn before long." "But it is not possible. It is not possible. I am not a year older than I was when my songs unaccountably left me, and that was in the year 1910. Let us have done with this ridiculous paraphrase, and please let me know how I can get home. This is certainly the most extraordinary experience man ever had. I shall have it story to tell when I return." "So you will, and a true one. Before you leave us you will know that it is a true one. We shall not keep you long, and you will understand how this experience, which seems to you to transient all that is possible, has come about. It will all be expiited to your satisfaction. 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Moreover as I shall have no difficulty at all in demonstrating to you before you leave us, your race is so far inferior that as you will soon realize, your mental powers are probably not sufficient to enable you to understand all that I shall tell you and show you, although I shall try, as a matter of course to accommodate myself, so far as I can, to your capacity. If anything is obscure, do not hesitate to interrupt TO BE CONTINUED Says 30 Negroes Were Slain In Florida On Election Day Negros were hired by the University of New York, Dec. 16-January 15, 1952. In the latter period, the University of New York took steps to take necessary steps to tie in the Keeping Post task, now part of any organization of Ku Klux Klan, gathered on the spotman in New York. Admired By Every Man and Envied By Every Woman"..... Walter F. White of the N. A. A. C. P. investigated the Florida election riots and returned crackers that him a white man and gave the necessary information. New York, Dec. 22 — More than thirty Negroes were in the election riots in truong, county, according to statements told to Walter F. White of the National Association for the Advancement of People, Mr. White at Oceo incognito and question residents of that town, many of whom were themselves in the mob that committed the riots. Accounts of the killing at the time declared that five Negroes had been burned to death, one opened, and two white men killed the rioters. The national investigation will be completed. the testimony taken at Oceane will be presented to the Department of Justice at the department's guest Friday by Dr. White, who assistant secretary of the association. He was in Oceane Friday, November 5, and questioned the subjects of the little town which twelve miles from Orlando. The testimony that he made to White all other is all he says. It is impossible to make a thorough investigation in the soil because of the information contained. An official investigator be asked is in constant danger this life. Photographs and descriptions he desired to be out of this master. Mr. White gained his information on the Oceane issue as a executive purchaser of land. The information he could questions freely and receive answered answers without being Negress were kept in captivity, beached and two white geese died in the patrol. Deceased Mr.ite to the Evening Post today, whose guarded on the gosset, is at the largest member, killed. KED WITH MANY CITIZENS I insisted with a three number of others of events, County, including lawyers, merchants, court officials, and others of the type who could be conversant with the facts. One member given the Nassau County attorney was a lawyer whose arrows. The average citizen given was between thirty- and thirty-five. It was declared that Mosse Norman, whose attempt to vote after he head his Klu Klu and warn-tail Negress that they would be if they attempted to vote, either paid his poll tax or offered. The registration books showed he had qualified every way he had qualified ever. A man attacked Norman at the altar of Queen, beat him severely and demanded that he be hounded, satisfied with this, evidence that the man armed in his number, went to the colony, settled on him to be courted, and an armed man, armed in his number, entered in the buildings. Enslaved house, two blacks, an armed soldier, and a slave had been entered. When Norman attacked to free from the burning buildings, they shot down or even both into the buildings, then burned to death in a colony building and his master soldier died. A ENLARGE TO SKIN BEAUTIFIER Good for all skin elements. Arth- mediated oil works effectively dark and yellow skin, whitening tempera oil groups and blisters. See No. "It is said in the community that between eight and ten whites were killed. The total number of Negroes killed will probably never be known. "Before the embers had cooled, members of the mob searched the ruins eagerly for the charred bones of victims as souvenirs. This effort but one of the many instances of the mob's new occurring in the South, most of which are not reported in the newspapers. "The Ku Klux Klan's revival is causing a rapid increase in the tenseness of the feeling in the South, and unless the activities in inviting rape prejudice of men like the Imperial 'Wizard' of the Klan are checked by decent law-abiding citizens, serious trouble cannot be averted." 6,209 FARMERS IN MARYLAND FEDERAL REPORT SHOWS DECREASES OF 162 IN PAST TEN YEARS Washington, D. C., Dec. 16—There are 6299 colored farmers in Maryland comprising 5259 owners, 154 management, and the December report of U. S. Bureau of Census made public yesterday. The total number of farmers who own 6299 acres less than 1918. Three fourths of the acres is in farmlands, and 65 percent is under cultivation. The total prime farmland farms with equipment (including tractors) for 1918 years are. Fifty seven percent of cultivated and 69 percent of whites own property. Farmland products for 1918 were $199,654, nearly three times the value in 1909. Strawberry production has been cut one third, and there were nearly a million more acres on farmland than ten years. Protest Ku Klux Stole Wife's Affections Graham, Kansas, Dec. 18-Ar- turin, Craig has died a sold in bror- t. $10,000 damages against C. M. Craig, whom is charged with wart- ing him in a court of war with him purported his wife and the man to his home, on other questions discovered them frequently automobiling another. MT. HOPE Mt. Hope, Maryland, December 16- Regular services of the Mt. Hop Bandol Church were held on Sunday Rue. Lee of Washington, D. C. officiating, the pastor Rev. C. R. 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COURT ~ SLOWS DOWN ‘Ther wero no big fines . impine pan colored offenders. ia the ‘ralli Conet shuvingg the yest ten dass,” Win, Tones 1065 JJniten avenue, drew a thirty day sentenge tn Sail foe ne puthorized tse oF aan autemubile.” ‘Ernest Raming, 311 Lae street, and Geutiar Goran, IOVS Taadentall St. paid $1143 cach for failing ta stop five Geet elnla a sanlings sirect eat, White Hobert Chirk, 42% Bloom street had John King, S120 N, Woodyear St. nd fines for not Waving anierors oh hele trucks. ‘Dibers who Appeared in cwert _i- eluded: Wn, Goines, 162s MeCultol ‘Ste Witten Geren, 161X Rigas 26. Charles Harris S. Spring street: Ade ftisan eden, destin, Wiliams. 1488 Shantiee street] damnen M, "Fh, 636 We stutberry stvect; | Waller Jones B12 Gremwillow street: Artur WH Tamms, SIU Peach Alley; Oliver Nash AEE Carroll steel: George ‘Thomas, Tos Venneyivania avenue: Orcar Fer Hawon, -Srarrass Point; David Wil Tiaras, 713. Cilep Alles s damnes J. Neesh F41G-°N, Mount stevet: Nwbert Mit thet, Atexaandein: Wiltiare Stepney, Vowantville: Stanuel Smite EL Park avenue: Newton Shruill, 56% Orchard street Charbes F, Brown, 2628 W, Jaxinigton surest, and Kalan Ott TELE Teutle street, Teor Githe, 115 W Tatfayette ove: nied Juin He Theva, 22 Loan treat; Gongua Comeay, ZL S. Bethel Poreck: Lisyt Wikis. TEM Sort in street: Guene Qerinwon, VERT Ant Bana aveasne: Wika 1, Varn 2132 Fivisinn Mtowet dol Kings GEE, §, Mout stet 2 banie. Gras” Proderiek, Mai? Geones Stewart, TE W Hate hina stort, Somepi 11, homay, Spar rows Monts dui A, Wwe, TEt Vinesait street: deine Womitiend, $51 Fieve street and Roy Lewis, 4 raid It asenue, ATTORNEY'S GRILL HOWARD URENT AAvray of Witnesses Testi- fy In Suit of Order of, Owls for $500 AU jute in the Superior Court Went ah aera, for STEAD a nen the sui the Ande fa ey tua ent Cavin titerae WE, Hivarn and Walter Te eengg waenere af the lenny Sta Tait tor tn alec eaneiing of 80 recurs iste bale mtihe. a Eon oa sake for te aa tn total adlenied refusal 16 let Gre fede rum 2 homie exeurson arr Aa Baa ton zr Silom owl Tove and haters Go Prony why Beant the tse gre rae fr a severe moon Mec the ve he a Image tet tie fate had” Den ater ui ye exert and fhe avn ak the iat dl not tate Sirs. Stun Puekineinas aad Caplan Tin Feated fo tho deen At Terns Warner "Mech ere femme tense. TIT FOR TAT TUYBICIANG FGte VOTE RACKS SaN RAT CERTIFICATE Avaegnh eertieaie for OUI whit swstnain and sien hy Dre Ge Ws Ken ant aad anither for @ colored Wo ha ana: ngned by while dsr Wore handed in al the Tealth Denatt- Ment within a tow tainutes st eek ‘ter tast Saturday : ‘tho white woman was nate Darts ‘age 21-1031 Xe Nwashingtin Steet Ain the colored woman Aca lorene’ flemkine, aged th 211 N, Durham St Sime by Dr, 1B, A. Rashuser, Roti ‘fa consiraion: ‘Sad to tele Core “Aulirey Koy’. 2700 Boker stroot, aa Sint for wnveting -exeoeding,. 20 Tniles an hour and ton diate ail ing to slop five FOU" Hebi a stand ing Hreet. ents Chartoe UM, 22% Greenwillow Court: Ceone T3tis, 1203 Veal Hil avenue, and James Fotte, 1523 Mvttle avenue, each, Dai Shit for recklon shivine: anit TRobort Bote, 1401 Veimestvania avenue. sho id math avo his-auteranbilejoperty Titled. had to nage ten aellaye al iste HAIR DRESSER ‘ GETS DIVORCE MRS, MAMIE SAUNDERS ~GRTS DIVORCE FROM IEDGR, ce ee 2 Judge Dawking, sitting’ In Curentt ‘contt Now 2, ranted, gi ahsovte ole Yotee.to Stim Male Sangulera, a hake Troosce living at 866 Sh Mary. Sts “From Georse Saunders on the round fof abandoiment. ‘They were. married in 1200 ant have: oon separated since ‘302, tw children, vesulled. trom, the narviane 2 che. Didnt “who. was, renreeented hie allorey Roy's. Bond was sven te-wigite-obresime. Lier: matiew zine ‘OF MaroieClaamons, \, a . QUICK WATSON- enc 4 THE NEEDLE {HOocH sity JAP StEaDy atavE SUGIVEN AWAY 40 HYPERDERMIC go (82 ao TNIRETIONS 1 4 Ffodeds: Samp’ ‘Stelay- and: other’ cov- | Goclons::to- miake-thy: would tho iba ‘Joris? Feel good. Jiavte -Avensway-’to it, snenilarnile: tnseckions ce gtiyehnino: ue atig to Rote nor aged= 6 Se ee Petia ed 28, G28 Beamer VSRUR 5 Puen “onen’ aware! Roung Asa” thie (Gold dea aie sand PuBied “to; An soe eat foes eaten faunas Taine wet seus panes vie cet aoe nia stiles "aia: ive Horses) TnAReNOns Fa ee Ge cevipagis oy SE oe Se MOD ra CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FRGM OLD TIMER se Okt Noy Tawi Up The Inge oi ae ne a as | Old ‘Timer was down by the Courthouse , awguing with forne sequaiatanices the other dry whey the renorter apprenetied. SNNephexe cores that porsky News paper mun." Q. ‘T. said as the 18> porter gol nent | You're always Around z rubberaeekin.” SN ivhat seems (o be ailing you this marning?" the reporter asked. “Well Christmas is here and-3'v¢ everything T swant eept some ‘predients to make exinox outa, and eas jist Gilking alent them cullud skule teeehers in the connties. —2t seems Tie the white folks want te nna two stockings for every white (eaehor when Sant comes around and only a sock for Uhe cultud. “fos, war mad clean thue when T'veat iin your paper. ‘The cud teceiers oaghta raise « mob When they meet at Lrineess Anne nest week, Yow know Tam stil mud about that raw eal tha Erooning’s Skule Board gave Uhem eullud higieuy teachers” * “Blow save you going to spend Christmas?" the reporter asked, Spend? Why 1 am all spent out, f spent on this and on that now 1 aun spending my bret angufsing fo the race, lve heen argntying a these yenrs, Give: my resrds Co my ole fren Jonnie Murphy, whe. thes fab me Will he vighly years young Chyistions tay. He and Fused t Ming tuilelx together at Fohnns Heeb, Naw he fs slinging is pen for hig newspayer aad fam sul Stinghoe sinfF-with my tense.” agiWish sou a Mery Charlene said the reporter ax he Wit. Many to yaa.” repiied O. a ine winbled neross tie steest to the niace where rey Bond, Eph Jack- san aind Steward Davis were count ine over thelr Christmas change. HAD ONLY ONE DOLLAR DIDN’T KNOW NUMBER SAlLon ROT SERS AETER 30. 70C i Oe | SENS eee a Stanley Jones, a suitor, axed 24 pears walked into the Marriage Licruse Rareaneat Use Courthonxe and axiced for License to weel Miss Helen Hoyer, aie 18, “iter Iie bat ansivared the usta tiuestion Clerk fon O'Neill sald, “Two dollars, ease" Jones cout oly, pul ant dolar bil, 80. 2 set da for seine to 6b the dollar extra. Be otumed with oro dollars in hans When aaked where he lived. he said in the 69M Ulnek of. Stirling: street, but Hid not knoe the mumber. Vint novil a Wifes tr take ene of vou" said Clerk O'Nellt as he lynd- eal Jones the tiecnse. “A fellow on the water all the time can nat remember his number.” was Teno response. s TO CHEER THE POOR BLKS WUL GIVE AWAY 200 CHRISTMAS’ BASKETS Monumental: Lode of —Eiks wilt ive out 200 haskets 1u° the poor at the Elks Home, 411 W. Hoffman St. Use Friday afternnens Th is an aimu- al nifair, ‘The baskets will each eoi- tain a chicken, vegetables and fruits. tusmond Contes is chairman of the Gistellmition comintttec. DR. SCARBOROUGH - COMING TO THE CITY | Dr, Wiliam S. Searborongh former pretont o Winereee Cave Wri hey the ity. next eock to at fond ie anatial sessions of the Ameri- ean Ehitursient Socloty amd the ‘American Areacotosical Society, bot ee ehien bate members en Mites a noted Creeks aetotar and ik tng author of a Greek textbook. Dear Sante Claus: es : __ DIVORCES GRANTED Disagreeing Couples Are | Unjointed Beenuse James S"Panks of thle lis, Tle his wife to 40 to-a ance St ever" relirned, Mira Ta Pri tanks. of Bain, was azantel sia sauce Avorea by" Sido Dasekins siting tn Cirenit Conrt Part 2, "Thuree nay of thig week, Soy Bond was hor strnes. ‘Aitomey Bond also secured divécees for the olowing ‘clients the. sme iy: Belle. Pinder, $29" Linden ave form Johin A, Pinder, Cape 3s, 3M: Afri Mz Todd, 405-1, Pedaral street, trom. Nebie Stead, 1120 Druid SU avening ant Dane, Grif, 2274. X. Fremont avenue, from Essie Grin. of Richinond County, Va, alts Pin- dor will -be allowed to. resume her inate nario. of Hoyer and dave the canto of their two lldren, lia. Kenhard. 718 We Rrdnktio stfevis wats grand an ‘abgointe ae Wotee’ fro, Tomas Neneh Theses, She way also aWanded. the” custody of tigate “etl act “Or & HENRY: DURHAM FREED. WAS, CHARGED WITH ROBBING 2 GAS EANDLORD. 0 Henry -Durham,” a -West Tadian, was acqulttell on a charge of robbing his: Innalord; “Tames Ottord, 428 N. Central avenuc, ‘by Justice, Rohileder, of. the’ “Norihenatern’” ‘Potlee’ Station WWeakkentgs:' <1, Steward ‘Davis - was er attortey, forthe acess “ACCIDENTALLY. SHOT | xtenéS Dun cot ctenburni: aed at ys Univeraity: Hospitar Tuesday. trom ii Seta. mte earned iviera bored men pare cocess fin} argel: practice pear’ Glonpernte: ‘Teeeph Johnson < was “arrested “bythe Anno:#Atundel, County authorities aa clon cgua with: the wirelides et seeek TNE 7 5 glia Si frase CE gia nai oS 2 ee Ve, OR ee Ry ase Pe Ee ae Mo gem a) nen? Guan ee ee ee eee ee i i Ae nice num D | : Parl aie SAD a crentsta BEAUTY CULTURE ‘ BECOMES PROFESSION Madame Jennie Creditt. Jones Talks Delightfully About Hairdressing and Allied Trades TRAINING NECESSARY 5 ee Students Are Required Tc Learn Chemistry, Skin And Hair Diseases ——_— = hut the haledvessing husiness will We raised toa profession and unqualified invaders af the fel weeded aut is the epinian of Mrs Jeanie Creditt-Fones, $80 Presst- iran street, corner of Division, Seated in her well appointed bevy parlors the ather day, she ialked entertainingly with 2 re- Po NO. 5 : AL ican Afro-American | rR a Pp a . : Big Prize Contest The Prizes this week will be awarded to | the person who sends in the : ‘THE BEST SUGGESTION OF WHAT SHOULD BE : DONE IF THE BALTIMORE BRANCH OF THE : KU KLUX KLAN PARADED DOWN : : PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE : You can do it as easily as anyone, so sit right down with a pencil and paper and earn a little : New Year's Money : FIRST PRIZE, $250 z SECOND PRIZE, $1.50 4 THIRD PRIZE $1.00 a ; When the Ku Klux Klan of Richmond, Virginia, * When the Ku Klux Klan of Richmond, Virginia, marched thru the city streets, masked and dressed in white, some colored people.ran in their homes and stayed.there. Others hastened to arm themselves as quickly as possible. The white ministry and. press protested against the parade. _ At Houston, Texas, Klansmen held a parade at night using the Court House as headquarters. ‘A colored newspaper-condemned the parade, ex- posed one of the’marchers, and the place of meeting. ‘What should the colored people of Baltimore do, if the local Ku Kinx Klan paraded down Pennsy!- vania ‘avenue? . NOTE THESE RULES: ° Limit “Your Reply To 50 Words E 4. he-contelt is open to all renders of the Afr ‘everywhere. s B- Replies must ve in this oMee-not later than D AA Write texinly with pen or penest or aclth 131 ONE, SIDE OF THE PAPER ONLY. : © “4, “Readers outside city have same avance az 0 The Contest Eilitor's Judgme % In_all cases 9 6.- Tho mumber'of this contest ix Ave" (5). Put t $c. the top’ 6f your: papshiand ‘on’ the; envalbpe. 1.2, The-contett is open-to all renders of the Afro-American everywhere. 7 . &. Heplios must be in thix offlee not later than Degember 24 4. Write texinly with pen or peneit oF sith Hypewrlter on own sip Og 1H TAPER ONLY. + “4, Readers outside city have same qvance as shorn, |. The Contest Fatitor's fadgme % In elt cases MIM be-fnal. 6.- -ho numberof this contest ix Hve"(5). Put this number: ‘gn ihe top’ ét'your papér'and on the-envelbne. | ~ , “4. Every. member of the tamily may send a/different answer, “‘bni each-answer“wust: he in’ separate envelope. — ~ ‘ "> g. Yeut-out:thinannolinenment nd Inchude: st with your srenlye ioe Ge Seplies of more than Go" words will be thrown out (8 92 ADDRESS ALL REPLIES TO se <A {CONTEST EDITOR, -AFRO-AMERICAN .” ° 52 3: 628 North Evtow Street, Baltimore, Md. porter of the AFRO-AMERICAN abet the big development of the hairdressing and allied (rades among the colored people, She Feengnized the Wonderful success Une tre Malones had made at Poro Callege, Si, Louis, and the Inte Madam C.J, Walker and then sai: ‘fhe. time ix coming when tive Stite is going to reyulate the hair Aressing busines, ‘These ytho would enter will “have, to knows xomething about the scalp and tes Aiseises. the treatment of the hair and, enough alaut, chemistry to have xn intelligent’ knewledge of various compounds that enter into the treatment af tee hair end exp. Pointing to several , shelves of hair preparations, she said they are all made fa her kihoratory. Her daughter, Miss ¥. Thuvetl who was graduated from the Color ed High School list June, is now a student at Howird University. Washington, My. daughter wants ty study’ ScMiMGR ese Mk Some ane] {HE AFRO-AMERICAN to khow “enouigh ubout chémésire} THe usindas hay grown BS rea land, the scientific treatment of theland tourids, all-over the: counkl and, the sblemtlne ern the dajaud 1 belles that if Jews oF oth feomes that my business is raised tolwhites had forseen its — possibilitis comes tirion, for the time fs coming| among us, they woitld nace invade ‘than one can” not Kradunte fromthe fletd.” “ [ewan Ince the nairaressing Asseriing that the purest Jr business areuienes were used in Wee preva [PMEINe* aan wei Best _martied ajar ates Jonon aid that hi janarter ofA century ago to M. ‘Filave setting farge quantities of ser janartar of 2 Centar ne raedieail posed hair onion co southern ea jachool of Howard University. at the] ored people at faney’ prices, cho! of Lo ng af Lhe ca Dunens beteor tit eames ee ic ami. ate a wea” sd Mes, donee am ah Jones found eployment there as ajild ‘fof the success of the Uniqu ones, found one vig prome|gensol of Beans culluee, £04 mala Fler eminianer ert ved the} hich seventeen pupils were era nent ter rensers eT ploantutesuaed on, Wednesday evenina of [eee iber fnmionabe ful "t want 9, NUN, 2 fe tro teach Mmm Jones the art, She thar they are entering am honore Ho tench I Sear and then went{ profession." rm uty hor employte fou pernsaie employed [rat eT cag faith. in{taiyst kh emabtihment and Er ee ie enka, "to bretones, bas planed. far MPIC 6 ae eee sown eanoe|onsions.atonz busines ines hi [eve Tea a idinore, vaveutyjshe belinwen el icy any seit |years aga, 1 wax not until 1907.-attempes stohsy that Aine ine ‘Vealti Trowever, that, £ branched out Intalmore. —y . jnewrevers (tints Mania ome ME RES fe aap pemecronregpuceal ge aetaemmatias ‘HICKS’ IGE CREAM. | \ 3 : | Individual Harlequin Blocks, 2 gallons $3.20. | a : 1 2 Gallons Plain Cream, packed & delivered 2.80 | ig Per haif gallon -1.00 | it Buy it because its good, not because its cheap. 4 1 Church Affairs, Dances, Parties and Weddings a Specialty” | 2332 McCULLOH ST. Phone, Madison 8413 4 ——- ca - _B. MAYER Registered Optometrist . $32 N..GAY STREET EYES EXAMINED FREE Glasses if needed made at Foweat Prices HAIR VIM BEAUTY PARLOR ” 1103 PENKA. AVE. | | Under management of Miss Julia R. Coston, a | | scientiiic scalp specialist and formerly assixtant to. | the Haiv Vim College, Washington, D. C. I Toilet Articles Electrical Equipment j Violet Ray Polite Service | ; 9a.m. to 6 p.m, Saturday 9 a. m. to 10 p. m. | HAVEA GOOD LOOKING HEAD i jee ‘The Bishop Treatment really grows i Ae) the hair and we CAN PROVE it. ey ‘To every yoar there is a season, j | fed FA and for every trowie there is a vous ii ‘ Ei. on. Are you having trouble with % ogee \ yourhair? I's, xou shouid come tox ay ket \ oe es and find out the aah Pie ee Bishop's and'find out the reas a why. ee | ‘WE TREAT THE CAUSE,” heicey i Ney our treatments ars ruceesstul ones. |. Bg” “You shoutd by all means try one ot jt our Special! Treat ments for extreme eases of Hi falling hair. ‘They are wonderful. y {i BISHOP’S t | CUT. RATE BEVATY PARLOR ft The Big Parlor with the Little Prices. : : 1425 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE f fi Leok for the big Electric Sign. 5 em Wm WP EWS YEE EE ITC TN TSS ERY WHA SIRT TEP SS SS EE a es le | Don’t Neglect Your Musical Talent DON'T NRGVECT YOUR MUSICAL RAVENT tt tea divine gift and by all means should be cultivated. ‘At one time music wes considered a luxury, now it has become e necassity and is a valuable anset to labor, sclence, Ieralure and art. By this new system you ean learn to play the-plano or any othr instrument in three mcaths, Testimonials can be given upon request, imsttAM instruments taught, "Phone, Madison 7248-W, THE BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF MUSIO 1627 DRUID BILL SYENUE | LOTTI A. PETERSON, Principal (18 yeats experience) 'aiugy taro. 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