California Eagle
Friday, March 15, 1929
Los Angeles, California
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Famous Singer Held For Girl's Death, $1000 Bail
It is alleged that after, visiting a club at So. Los Angeles Sunday evening, while returning to the city in the wee hours Monday morning, beautiful and winsome 23 year old Irma Reese was instantly killed.
Mrs. Reese, who was a widow and the mother of two children, resided at 1307 E. Adams Street. Her parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Washington, are also residents of this city. At the time of the fatal accident, Mrs. Washington, mother of Mrs. Reese, lay very ill.
The death chair, which was a Buick sedan, was driven by none other than the famous institution singer, George Beey Washington. To apiece the fact was exonerated by a coroner's jury, was sent to jail on a complaint from the District. Attorney's office, being later released on a $1,000 cash bail.
Mr. Washington was in the city filling an engagement at the Paramount Theatre.
The body of Mrs. Reese is at the Undertaking parlor of Conner & Johnson in preparation for burial.
Funeral services will be held this afternoon, Friday, March 15th, at the Conner & Johnson Funeral Chapel.
Native Africans Launch
Half Million Dollar
Bank
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Lagos, Nigeria, West Africa, March
14.—One of the largest financial institutions operated by Negroes in any part of the world was launched here this week, when the Industrial and Commercial Bank, Ltd., was chartered.
The institution is capitalized at approximately a half million dollars with the privilege of increasing this capital as business warrants. According to the announcement made Thursday by Candido Dal Rocha, financier and realtor, who is chairman of the Board of Directors, banking business in all of its ramifications will be engaged in, with a specific effort to develop the economic independence of the natives
One of the immediate objects of the bank will be to complete the promotion of the West African Co-operative Producers, Ltd., a new company incorporated as a central organization for the development of cooperative societies in the various districts of Nigeria and the Gold Coast for furthering the interest of scientific agriculture and cooperative marketing. This corporation engaging in export and import business, beasts of doing more than $16,000,000 worth of business each year.
AMERICAN NEGRO IS SECRETARY
The secretary of the newly organized and industrial and Commercial Bank Ltd., is Charles C. Cratt, a well-known young American Negro, who has been in Nigeria for several years. Mr. Craft, who hails from New York City, is one of the most energetic promoters in West Africa and has done effective work in the organization and promotion of the West African Cooperative Producers, Ltd.
The plan of the banking institution is to make it a world-wide cooperative business, with representatives in practically every civilized country.
To this end representatives and attorneys have been retained in the various countries, including France, England, and America.
The American representative is Attorney Harold M. Teller, prominent attorney of Chicago, Illinois, who will
THE JOYSEEKERS CLUB GIVES AN
INAUGURAL PARTY
An inaugural Party was given by the members of the Joyceesers Club in honor of the outgoing officers of the club at K. of P. Hall, 1767 East 103rd Street, on last Friday evening. March 5, 1929, at 8 P. M. Each officer was presented a pen for work rendered to the club during their office holding. The club was highly honored by honoring Mr. Bess, editor of the California Eagle, and wife, present at the inauguration and installation of the new officers. After the installation of officers, each Joyceeser received a letter, representing the club. Everybody present enjoyed themselves.
Colored Casting Director Pays $89,000 To 11,000 Actors
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Los Angeles, Calif., March 14.—Although it is almost impossible to induce Charles Butler, colored casting director for Central Casting Bureau to discuss or boast of his remarkable acivities in the Motion Picture world, it was gleaned from him that a check-up of his books shows that 59,000 has been paid into the hans of local colored citizens during the past year, through his employment of them as actors and extraes in pictures. Over 11,000 engagements were issued by him in just the past nine month, 299 persons being placed during the week of February 10th.
Mr. Butler is a high-salaried director or the Central Casting Bureau, whose duty is to interview and supply all colored talent, needed by the many large picture corporations here. Practically all the local actors now making good in pictures were "discovered" by Butler whose only stipulation is that they report on time. He enjoys the confidence of all the motlin world higher ups.
Roland Hayer Proves To Be Philanthropist
That Roland Hayes is a philanthropist as well as a great artist is shown by his generous offer to give the proceeds from box sax sales at his next Carnegie Hall recital to the Max Yerseen South African Building Fund. This recital, the last New York appearance of Mr. Hayes for this season, will be given on April 21st at 5:30 P.M. It will be remembered by many that Mr. Hayes intended to visit Africa to study the music of the Natives when he first left America ten years ago, but was never able to carry out his plan because of the popular demand for his art which followed his first appearances in Europe. His interest in Africa, however, has grown as the years have passed so that he was glad of an opportunity to travel to Africa. The success of that interest by responding to the appeal of Max Yersean, known internationally for his devotion and statesmanship in dealing with the difficult social and interracial problems confronting the people of South Africa.
For seven years, Mr. Yergan has tried to cover almost single-handed the wide stretches of the African velvet. He has driven in his rattlesnake Ford from tribe to tribe trying to establish the unseafish and far-reaching enterprise which the Negroes of America have begun in Africa. He believes in indigenous leadership and is therefore planning to establish a training center in which Native leaders may be trained instead of calling upon America to supply leadership. Toward this project, which will cost $47,000.00, Mr. John D. Rockefeller, Jr., has made a conditional gift of $25,000 and other friends have subscribed an additional $8,000.00. It is toward the raising of the remaining $13,000.00 that Mr. Hayes is making his gift.
Patrons' boxes of eight seats each, in the first tier are on sale for this benefit at $4.00 a box. Individual patrons' box seats may be secured for $5.00 each. Boxes in the second tier with eight seats each may be secured for $24.00 a box, and individual seats in the second tier for $3.00 each. Ticket may be secured in the Center Hall box offered, the West 135th Street W. M. C. A., the West 117th St. W. W. C. A., and the office of C. H. Tolphas '74 Madison avenue. Correspondence concerning patrons' boxes should be directed to Mr. Tobias. The following committees are promoting the Benefit: General Promotion Committee; E. A. Johnson, Chairman; W. H. Woram, Vice-Chairman; Miss Eva D. Bowles; Miss Mabel Carney; E. C. Carter; T. Colby Coburn; A. Comish; T. Colby Coburn; B. Bell; M. Lena V. DeFrantz; R. B. DeFrantz; Mrs. Goldie Graves; R. P. Hamilton; Mrs. Elizabeth Ross Haynes; George E. Haynes; John Hope; James H. Hubert; Engene Kincle Jones; Thomas Jesse Jones; Mrs. James Welden Johnson; R. R. Moton; Mrs. P.
Opportunity Looms As Urban League Opens Power Machine School For Women
A long bench on both sides of which sits a row of colored women busily but happily operating the machinery which rapidly turns out scores of bright colored garments, the whirr of the rapid wheels, the bright sun light shining through the wide windows and a general air of skillful application to business is a picture that presents one on being allowed to visit the new Urban League Power machine school located in one of the largest garment manufacturing plants of the city.
The school is directly the result of persistent pioneering into the field of labor on the part of Mr. Floyd Covington, bustling young secretary of the industrial department of the local Urban League, and is the crowning action in this important witness who for constant endeavor towards betterment of Labor conditions for Negroes So first ascertaining that there are places in the many garment factories here for capable colored women, he learned at once that there were practically none skilled and experienced in factory work because of not having the opportunity to learn.
With the encouragement and cooperation of Mr. Wm. Black instructor of power machine work at Jefferson High School night, classes. Mr. Covington arranged with the owner of the garment factory to keep the school going if he allowed the space and equipment. This the manufacturer did donating the large rooms and receiving nothing in return except such garments finished by the students that he would be able to use.
At present the following ladies are enrolled and showing rapid improvement after just a weeks operation of the institution.
Mrs. Saddie Neilson, instructress; Mrs. Vivian Mitchell, Mrs. Mary Bisco; Mrs. Florence White, Mrs. Dorothy Brown, Mrs. Alberta Underwood.
Mrs. Vera Bonidin has been employed by the manufacturer to work on the cutting table for the factory and a Spanish girl placed there to work with her in the new cutting and pressing department. Through knowledge of this work. Mrs. Amelia Hilman is the only colored woman at Harker's Garment Company, and at the Bettermade Garment Company three women and one man are already working.
During his work of installing the school, Mr. Covington has learned the general repair work and installation or the machinery, keeping it in good working order.
The possibilities of this new branch of economies are very great and in due time will mean much to the local group. In a years time there may be several hundred women working in the garment factories. Little or no opposition is expected, but of course considerable tact must be exercised until the two races are peacefully working side by side. Needless to say the nationality and not only colored women but a large number of men will be employed as they prove capable. (Note)...The name of the factory in which the above described school is located is not published, because of opposition which may arise at this early date. Boon the idea will have a firmer hold.
M. Murray; John E. Nall; N. O. Parker, Jr.; Mrs. E. P. Roberte; Mrs. C. Saunders; Wm. Jay Scheffelle C. Saunders; Wm. Jay Scheffelle H. Tobias; Mrs. Mary C. Tobias W. R. Valentine; Mrs. Susie Payton Wortham.
Publicity Committee; Mrs. Bassie Dismond, Chairman; Mrs. Bessie Beardon; Baynard Whitney; Laclean H. White; Noah D. Thompson; Geo. W. Harris; Lester Walton; Floyd Cal-
Attorney Willis O. Tyler to address the Association as it Joins the Golden State Guarantee Insurance Co., in celebrating National Negro insurance week.
This company has made remarkable progress and the N. A. A. C. P. supports and joins them in celebrating Sunday, March 17 at Independent Church at 3:30 P. M. Let's make this a great day.
"Take Lynchers' Hands Off Rope First" Urges South Carolina Solon
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Columbia, S. C. March 14—The Aiken lynching, which stirred the state sometime ago and ten published offer a perfunctory investigation, was injected into a debate in the State Senate here Tuesday.
The lynching episode was referred to when Senator John F. Williams urged the body to act favorably on a bill to curb murders and accidents by motor cars on the state highways. Making an eloquent plea, the Senator from Aiken pleaded for the senate "to take murderous hands off the wheel that kills" by passing the bill which would provide a drastic penalty against unlicensed drivers. Senator J. P. Gray of Spartanburg, who opposed the bill because he said that it would not be enforced, stated that the first thing to do was to "Take the murderous hands of lynchers off the ropes." He pointed out that already there was a law against lynching and mob violence, and referred to the Aiken case to show how well it was enforced.
Extraordinary Service at Congregational Church
"Why the Jews Rejected Christ" will be the subject of a message by Rev. Elias Zimmerman, a Christian Jew, Sunday evening March 17th, at 7:30 o'clock, at the Lincoln Memorial, Congregational Church, corner of Vernon and Hooper avenues, according to announcement by the Pastor, Rev. E. Lighter. This subject is of special interest during this Lenten season as we approach the anniversary of the death and resurrection of Jesus. At the morning service which comes promptly at 11:00 o'clock the Pastor will give the Third in his Lenten series on: "Crisis in the Life of Christ," the particular subject being: "Facing Difficulties."
You are cordially invited to join us in both services.
Defeat Harry F. Burke For Councilman In 8th District
Harry F. Burk, who has announced his candidacy for the council from the Eighth District is the man who leads the White Home Owners' Association which has held several Mass Meetings at Rhodes Hall at 5426 So. Broadway, with the avowed intention of keeping the territory located between Santa Barbara on the North, Main Street on the East, Manchester on the South and Vermont on the West, white.
With Mr. Burke as president and Mr. Lawson F. White first vice President, this organization proposes to relegate the Black man to the gutter.
Mr. Burke no doubt has lost sight of the fact that there is a rather large black vote in the Eighth District from which he seeks recognition, as its councilman representative.
Let the Negroes in this district take due notice, get busy, register, and then vote your disapproval of the the un-American tactics of Mr. Burke et al.
Golden State Honors
John L. Webb
BY L. DORSEY
John L. Webb dynamic insurance man and capitalist of Little Rock, Arkansas, was tendered a banquet at the Burdette Cafe or Hotel Somerville on last Thursday night by the Golden State Insurance Co. under the auspices of its Board of Directors.
The gathering was a representative one and the affair a huge success.
one and the affair a huge success.
S. P. Johnson acted in the capacity of Master of Ceremonies and succeeded in bringing to the surface or public attention several after dinner speakers not heretobre known, along with the public, who were public life as Wm. Nickerson, Jr. Press, Golden State Inc. Co.; Fred Williams, of Pacific Defender, Rev. A. P. Shaw, Mrs. Charlotte Bass of the California Eagle, Rev. Griffith, N. O. Houston, Secretary and Treasurer of Golden State and Free Fowler of the New Age.
Following this, the honorable Mr. Webb was introduced as the speaker of the evening. Mr. Webb made a profound impression upon everyone and gave a brief synopsis of himself and his efforts to bring things to pass by helping the members of our group to help themselves. We can get somewhere when we begin to produce Negroes whose activities in the business world accentuate them to carry a $60,000 life insurance policy in order to protect their interest. Mr. Webb was accompanied by his wife. Together they have been touring the west for the past two or three months. They left for home the first of the week.
WITNESS TELLS ALL WHEN PAY IS DENIED
(By: A. N. P.)
New York, March 13.—A full denial of everything contained in the alleged confession of the colored butter of Mrs. Edgar Allen, Henry Walker Armstead, was made here today by Edward W. "Daddy" Browning. In a twenty-five page typewritten confession, Armstead declares among other things that so anxious was "Daddy" Browning to obtain a divorce from his wife, "Peaches!" he disguises as a workman, pair of brunette nymphs, and with a tin pail in one hand, marched about the Allen estate at Larchmont for several hours one night. Armstead declares Browning promised him $5,000 if he testified to the effect that Mrs. Browning was Allen's companion in misconduct at the Allen home during the absence of Mrs. Allen. Non-payment of the promised "gelt" caused Armstead to turn against his erstwhile millionaire friend and lay him to charges of perjury—all of which he would defend back to the famous Mr. "Daddy" Browning.
The Annual Fashion Show by the Phys.ArL-Lit-Mor Club is the one big event of each year, and we are informed this year's effort will excel any which this very creditable and worthy organization has ever attempted. New features, new faces, and the latest creations all which will create an intense interest. The event will take pace at the 15th and Main Street Hall on the evening as mentioned above.
perience which, had it not been for his presence eof mind coupled with the fact that only one officer was present, might have caused bloodshed.
Mr. Claybryne, who railroads, was hastily returning home, about 11 P. M. to the bedside of his wife. When he passed the Apex Club, a white man started to follow him. Upon reaching the man's office, he was told the man known, ordered him to stop. Whereupon he started questioning Mr. Claybryne, telling him to open his grip.
Learning that the man was a detective, Mr. Claybryne set his grip down and told the man to open and search it if he cared to do so. Although the officer seemed to thing it unusual and queer for a Negro to have a grip in his possession after dark, Mr. Claybryne thought differently and so expressed himself.
What might have happened had there been more "law" present is difficult to say. However, seeing that he was about to get in bad, the detective quickly departed leaving Mr. Claybryne himself.
Seven months ago, Jim Bates lost his life at the hands of the police for having a grip in his possession after dark. Some members of the police department still think a Negro has no right to carry a satchel after dark and challenge him, and it's a mighty poor man, black or white, who wouldn't accept that challenge.
John L. Webb Enters New Industry
PROMINENT HOT SPRINGS CITIZEN PURCHASES 20 PAIRS OF SILVER BLACK FOXES
Negotiations were completed last Friday by the Hon. John L. Webb of Hol Springs, Ark. nationally known Surgeon, Custodian of the Wooden Company or Pasadena, of which firm Dr. T. J. Whittaker is President.
While visiting Los Angeles, Mr. Webb was the guest of H. L. Carter, manager of the Crown Silver Fox Company, on a visit to that Company's Main Ranch at Cajon Pass.
Find Twenty-Five Children in One Room
New Orleans, La. Mar. 13—Twenty-five childrenuddled around an oil heater in a dimly lighted unventilated room, measuring 10 feet by 10 feet in size, were discovered by Dr. William Robin. Superintendent of Public Health in a private school conducted in the house of Johanna Phillip, on Amelia street. She was ordered to have these unfortunate removed and Dr. Robin will take steps to charitable institutions.
He also found several aged people living in want and neglect in a tumble down shack in the rear of the "school."
1929
No. 41
On The Sidewalk
By: C.A. B.
YOUNG MEN and women of today can keep pace with the rising this of progress without resorting to those pleasures that tend to destroy body and soul.
WHEN YOU DRINK too deeply in the cup that does not conform to the regulation of the 18th Amendment; it may seem sweet to the taste, but in the coming years, yes, sometimes in the wee hours of the morning, you awake to a full realization of what happened the night before.
IF YOU COULD but recall your steps, how differently and in what a contrasting path the man power that is vested within, you would direct them.
But 'tis too late; now, you look out on the morning of your future that lies before; and one strenued with flowers of hope, and you see only clouds—you pierce them with your anxious gaze looking for a streak of hope, but there is naught but a ray of doubt.
But to you who are yet lingering on the verge of this pit into which your friend and associate has fallen, you may avoid this catastrophe in your life if you will right about face. If the young lady with whom you are keeping company thinks you not a good sport because you refuse to drink the drags, remember that you have made a false choice and should seek higher grounds in that direction.
OTHERS, WHOM YOU so oft would imitate, have their background, founded on many centuries of civilization. You are just making yours, build it straight on a boulder foundation with noble aspirations, and it will laugh at disaster.
A FEW NIGHTS age, after hearing much pro and con about the picture, "Hearts in Dixie," now playing at the United Artists Theatre, I decided to drop in and look it over.
I AM CRITIC of the drama, my sense of appreciation for harmony and rhythm in music and good diction in speaking is keen, and I somehow know when the thing strikes a vibrant chord in me.
TO THE "Hearts in Dixie" I came, I saw, I heard and I departed unpeased.
I recognized in Clarence Muse an artist; in Step 'N Fetchit, I would say there isn't but the one; some of our own home talent, the Billrews and others we place on a par with any of their class and feel sure that they will compete when given the chance.
But the "Hearts in Dixie," we would describe as having been well born but poorly reared. The singing was good. The scenery good, but the plot revered to the same old story in the same old way, and left Sambo still sleeping at his post.
THE AMERICAN NEGRO Labor Conference sponsored by the local Sleeping "Car Poppers" organization which began its sessions last Monday, closed on Wednesday evening with a grand ball in honor of A. Philip Randolph, general organizer of the Pulman Porters.
The pre-opening of the Conference was on last Sunday when Mr. Randolph delivered an address at the 2nd Baptist Church at 2:30 to a large crowd. Monday the Congress held forth at the Vernon Library, which was featured by an address "Labor and the Press" by Hon. Lew Head, also "Negro Press and Negro Labor." Monday evening, the Congress held forth in the auditorium of Jefferson High School; two addresses "Belding and Labor," by Rev. H. B. Hawes, also "Negro Church and Negro Worker," by Rev. W. D. Carter.
TUESDAY AT THE Vernon Library the various addresses by well known people were: "Education" by Dr. D. Scudder, 'Industrial Education," by Floyd D. Covington. In the evening, "Organized Labor and Negro Worker" by John S. Horn, commissioner of Public Work. The closing address was by A. Philip Randolph, "Industrial Democracy and Negro Work." splendid session was had and enjoyed by all.
William Pickens will attend the World Congress which will direct its attention against Imperialism, July 20, 1929 at Berlin.
In The Sport World By HARRY LEVETTE
In The Spo
By HARRY
Upper-
Cuts &
Blacks
E. J.
HARRY
LEVETTE
Money the root of all evil; get the root!
Sharp medicine, for sharp pains.
Cry-babies of the fight game.
A high school girl athlete goes to work. Why?
LIVE
EACH DAY
SO YOU CAN LOOK
EVERY 'blankety blank' man in the face and tell him to go—'where the wood-bine twinneth and the dew-berry don't.'
THIS MOTTO in a little stronger words used to hang in many bar-rooms of the ancient ante-Velastad days. But it is, splendid lege. Always feel that you are as good as the other fellow, and be it; that you know as much as he and know it.
I HATE to have to bring up the color question. It is already talked about too much but a few weeks ago a Jefferson High School Junior girl, a scholar scholar, and athlete, being the new captain of the East-Siders Base Ball Team, stopper school to go to work. Her application placed in a downtown store as maid had been answered sooner than she expected, so she had to take it at once or not at all. There's the injustice. A white girl can finish school, feeling sure of being able to get in an office, store or factory, but this little girl must give up her athletic career and educational opportunities.
THE ENAMEL HUDHINS match with twenty pounds difference, should be a lesson to some of our colored boxers who start crying, every time they are offered a match with an opponent over their weight. Even some of the heavyweights want men made to order for them, Wolcott, Dixon and Gans didn't.
ASK ME ANOTHER
NOTE: So many inquiries have come to the Sports Editorial desk about everything under the sun that it has taxed the beforesged brain of Yours Truly to answer them, as well as to fix his time. Besides, not knowing much about anything it is hard to answer questions on everything.
To the rescue comes Spencer Williams, scenario writer for *Al Christie* or Melancholy Dame and "Music Hath Harm" fame. Ask Spencer anything. He will answer and pay $1.00 to any one whose question, he fails to answer satisfactorily with the readers, as judges. Here are a few already:
Q. "I saw an animal in Ausralia with four feet and (but) with a duck's bill. What was it?—Charley long.
Q. Why do Hawaiian girls wear grass skirts?—Clotilde Woodson.
Q. Do prize fighters make good husbands?—B. M.
Answer next issue. Address "Ask Me Another" Column, Cal. Eagle, 847 Central Ave.
Al Christie, Movie King,
Wins Boat Race
Southern California "R" boats stole Monday's show in the third day of racing on the national mid-winter yacht-schedule. The Heather, owned by Al Christie, spliced plowed by Sterling Jeffs, squirred through to the finish line over Q. K. Hunsaker's Pirate, handled by Wylter Hubbard, Jr. Both boats fought nip and tuck over the triangular course, with the Heather crossing the finish line one second ahead of the Pirate.
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If You Fail To Read—THE CALIFORNIA EAGLE—You May Never Know It Happened
Art Hudkins, brother of the famous Nebraska Wild-Cat" above, yells—"Why bring in Risko and Heeny? The 'Kitty' at 166 will lick Emanuel on April 15th, then Sharkey and Stribling any evening after."
"G-r-r-r!" echoes the "Cat's"
brother.
Along Fisticuffs Row
Hymie Miller is off for a decisive win in his next bout.
Boxers are always welcome at the Eagle Office. Drop in and say 'hello'.
Barney Dempsey likes to tell tales of old mining camp life.
Mushy Callahan booked like the same old Mushy when he rocked Rivers to sleep last week at Hollywood.
Here's 5 to 4 that Fields lays 5 more kinds of gloves on Thompson than he did before.
Charley, Long is still under the guidance of Clyde Hudkins. Doing fine too
Two Big Mixed Bouts Soon At Olympic
RENE DE VOS vs. JOHNYH
GILL NEXT TUESDAY
A fisticic dish is set by matchmaker "Wad" Wadhams and manager Silas Masters of the Olympic Auditorium but will certainly tickle the palate of His Royal Hishness, the American Sports man. The tentative lineup:
March 19—Rene De Vos vs. Johnny Gill, 50 cents to $2.
March 26—Bert Colina vs. Wilson Yarto, 50 cents to $2.
April 2—Tod Morkan vs. Santiago Zorilla, $2 to $5 (for junior lightweight title).
April 9—Oven.
April 13—Ace Hudkins vs. Arman Emmanuel, Wrigley Field, $1 to $5.
Now there is about a month of features, epics, titanics, etc., such as one would have to journey even farther than Miami to witness.
Fans have not forgotten that busky colored battier Wattler Yarbo who returns to the Coast after a year. Last winter in his few appearances here he impressed the fans greatly and his boat with Coltina on the 25th will not only bring out that well known 2:00 oclock gallery line of Mexicans but will also bring many from Central Avenue and tributaries.
ZORRILLA MAY BE CHAMPION
Santiago Zorrilla that great little brown, fighting demon, gentleman, and bridegroom has endured so to the colored people as well as those of other nationalities here that all are pulling for him to win the junior lightweight title from Tod Morgan here on April 2nd. He really shaded Tod at their last glove feast in Frisco but the generous referee said draw and draw it stands. But the Demon returning from Panama well rested declares he will leave no question this time as to him winning.
Johnny Gill the great veteran "Pop" Barret brought from the east recently made a big hit in his battle against Colima at the Olympic, is going to have a worthy opponent in, Rene De Vos. But Gill's experience should bring him out on top. Gill never picked an opponent, never fouled an opponent, and never would claim a victory on a foul, Berlenbach and Slattery, weighing 20 odd pounds heavier than Gill, could not drop Gill, and in two bouts with Walker, honors were divided.
EMANUEL CLEVER
Armand Emanuel call the "Jewish Jim Corbitt" is very clever but will have to use all is ring craft and strategy in spite of the advantage in weight to offset the jersey slugging of the leaping plunging wild-cat.
Josephine Brown to Represent West in Nat'l. Net Tourney
Josephine Brown to Represent West in Nat'l. Net Tourney
Although as yet there has been no representative of the Western Federation of Tennis Clubs able to "bring home the dacon as National Tennis Champion to the Annual Tourneys yet, Mrs. Josephine Brown will leave this fall with the determination and hopes of bringing these coveted honors back to California.
Miss Jailate Harris came close to winning two years ago at the St. Louis Tournament, but handicapped by beaten by the other important difficulties she failed, Jas, Slick Stocks, Pasadena all round athlete journeyed to Bordenown last year accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. Mills, but nevertheless the title stayed in the east in the hands of the bearded winder Edgen Brown.
The speedy Josephine who is secretary of the Western Federation is already training for the big event, and, by steady playing, all summer, expects to be in tip top shape.
Crack Athletes Among the Lafayette Players
Aside from their great ability as actors both of the serious heavy drama, and the lighter musical comedy, the Famous Lafayette Players now on a long engagement at the New Lincoln Theatre have several athletes in their number who could do themselves proud in their respective lines of Sports alone.
Lawrence Criner, an Angeleno, was formerly a crack tennis player and has played the present national champion in Baltimore, Miss Evelyn Preer is said to be one of the country's best swimmers and was expected to enter the recent Caillin Channel swim, and Chas Olden is as good a boxer as man who follow it exclusively as was shown in "fs Zat So," when he boxed Zorrilla.
Bird Women to Race
Planes to Cleveland
The Women's Aeronautical Association of California will sponsor an aerial derby race for women from Clover field, near 'Santa Monica, to Cleveland, Ohio, while the national air races are in progress in the latter city next August and September. Bobby Trout Entrant. Among those who have already signified their intention of entering the air classics, are: Miss Bobby Trot, who holds the record for second for women for flight flying and claims other distinctions; Miss Margaret Perry, 617 Crescent drive, Beverly Hills; Miss Crosson of San Diego and Miss Fara Eugene Warrender of Vendue. "Miss Warrender has attained considerable fame as a "sunt flyer." She is said to be the first woman flier to step from the wing of a plane to another in mid-air and to hang by her teeth from a moving airplane. She is credited with 35 parachute jumps.
Unfortunately no colored girl has as yet qualified as an entrant.
MAT WINNER GETS
GUS SONNEBERG
Stanley Staslak, the 235-pound powerful Pole, and Dick Diviscourt, the 220-pound man-master from Kansas, have both been signed by Lou Daro, local wrestling promoter, to meet at the Olympic March 20 in the feature event of the all-air mat card being arranged for that night.
Darro announced that the winner of this bout would fact "Dynamite" Gus Sonnemberg, world's heavyweight mat king, in a title match here April 3. Sonnemberg was signed for his first local appearance by Daro when the local promoter was in Chicago two weeks ago.
Charley Long Beat Peregrina at Pasadena
Charley Long thumped Jose Peregrina in the main bout at Pasadena last night. Benny Marks beat Frisco Lando. Pete Dandes stopped Typhoon Baltazar in the fourth round. Billy Hall outpointed Frank Leonard and Pete Cardenas beat Joe Christmas in the other bouts.
U. C. L. A. CO-EDS SHOOT
WATCH OUT!
Two rifle matches were held for the University of Southern California marksmen last week-end. Coed rifle artists also held a shoot this week-end, engaging in a telegraphic meet with the Oklahoma College for Women.
WHITE WAY CLEANERS and DYERS
Miami Beach, Fla., March 14. According to a recent interview given here, Jack Dempsey, former heavyweight champion of the world, and the promoter of the recent fight between Jack Sharkey and William Stribling, has got religion, and will hereafter, as a big time promoter, see to it that the Negro boxer get a chance at the big money and big honors, too. This information has leaked out in the course of a conversation regarding Dempsey's future. The former champion let it be known that he desires to fill the shoes of Tex Rickard as a big time promoter and that he believes he is specially fit for the big job. "I think I know how to deal with boxers," he asserted. "They are temperamental. The hard-boiled stuff doesn't go with them. Rickard had everything tied up because he knew the inside on everything. He turned all that knowledge over to me.
"In the shows I intend to promote I am going to give Negro boxers—George Goffrey, for instance, a chance. When Godfrey was due to fight in Havana with Renault, I was the one who got him to call it off. In the future, I intend to keep my contracts with Godfrey, Sharkey, and other boxers, and promote. This country is ripe for a lot of outdoor shows and in the spring summer, autumn, and winter, I intend to stage them."
This inside information from Dempsey will surprise many persons who still remember Harry Wills' ineffectual, though persistent, attempts to hire Dempsey into the ring with him. Dempsey's talk of a fight between Godfrey and Dempsey next summer has grown out of negotiations between Dempsey and Godfrey's manager to call off the Havana fight which would have injured Dempsey's show in Florida. The probability is that Dempsey has promised a stage a show next summer with Godfrey as one of the principals.
Colored boxers who have served as sparing mates for Dempsey have been practically unanimous in their praise of his/fair treatment of them. Most of the boys have left camp with a genuine liking for the ekchampion; it he carries the same spirit into his pro-
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The Demon Panamanian who expects to April Fool Champion Morgan, in their title bout at the Olympic, April 2nd, 1929
The reception given in honor of Mrs. Sammy Williams niece Miss Anna Lee Manning proved an enjoyable evening. Music was furnished by popular players. Among them was Mr. Edward Jones, Jr., prominent son of Mr. and Mrs. Jones. Many praised Mr. Jones on "I'll Had You. Miss Estell Gldhigs rendered a solo. HENRIETTA WATKINS/ Reporter
Claude Barner won the main event feature at Ocean Park last Wednesday in an eight-round fight over Paul Leonard, Leonard Allen took the semiwindup verdict over Vearl Whitehead, Evans Fortune, Fortune Crump, Frisbee and Crump, and Crump, crunched Babe Jackson fourth; Melvin Bojo and Tony Caribay; draw.
motional work, that he exhibited toward them in training camp, the chances are that the sundown warriors will come to regard him as one of their greatest benefactors. Godfrey is a former sparring partner of the Mannassa man, who is reported to have sneaked one over in a training camp host.
Step-'N Fetchit First of His Race to be Starred
Local colored actor put unler contract by Sol Wurtzel, head of Wm. Fox Production.' Contract calls for starring roles in forthcoming comedy productions. Recent work in 'The Ghost Talks' and 'Hearts in Dixie' stamps Step 'N Fetcht as possession stellar capabilities.
Avenue scoffers who have been lambasting this actor with a whole lot of spiteful longues, can now take a back seat and watch this young man rise. No one ever got any place without being a bit different. His next picture is to be one or the own idea. Therefore he scores a double triumph.
Jim Erwin's Dog Wins
2nd Prize in Show
PASADENA A. Calif. March 8. (AP)
—Dogden 1000 strong, took the spot
light in Pasadena last week with the
opening of the seventeenth annual Pas
adena Dog Show, the largest exhition
of canines on the Pacific Coast.
Jim Erwin head of Erwin's Orchestra
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prize. He was the only colored
entrant.
BUFFALO, N. Y. - Young Jack Thompson of Los Angeles won a decision from Heavy Andrews of Erie last night, the cost boxer having an edge on his opponent in seven out of the ten rounds.
DETROIT, Mich., March 9—Jackie Fields, const weilerweight, slugger, knocked out Al Van Ryn of St. Paul in the fifth round of their 10-round bout here last night.
Detroit, March 9.—A. P.—Three accep-
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ords were broken at the fifth Michigan
interscholastic meet here today. All
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Friday, March 15, 1929
Jack Doyle Presided Over Track Exposition Ceremonies
Ceremonies, held at the Wilshe and Fairfax Avenue Exposition site, was presided over by Jack Dodge, exalted ruler of the local Elks' Lodge No. 99, sponsors of the event, started construction of the Buildings to house Pacific coast indoor track and field championship team. The World's greatest runners will meet in the championship races to be held with the first National Sportsmen's exposition to be held here May 9 to 12.
Atlantic City, N. J., March 14.—(By The Associated Negro Press—Isaac Washington, owner of the Bacharach Giants, Champions of the Eastern Colored League, with his brother. Edward Washington, was held under $2,000 ball by Magistrate Waldmayer, Thursday night, on charges of operating the "W and W" number book.
New York, March 9. A. P.-Kid Chocolate crack Culan featherweight begin his second American invasion with a one round knockout victory March 9th, over Phil O'Dowd of Columbus, Ohio.
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Hollywood, Friday. Chet Shandel
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3500 people crammed their way into Ben Steiner's new fight arena at San Bernardino last Thursday night, to see Johnny Adams the Mountain Lion stage a successful comeback, Johnson the state boxing inspector said that fully 500 fans were turned away. All of the ring side and reserved seats were sold out a couple of days ahead of time and at 7 o'clock that night of the fight gallery seats were not to be bad.
San Bernardino's new light house is plenty nice and can compete with any of the smaller clubs around Los Angeles.
Johnny Adams the home sown favorite fought the main event with Charence Dumfian, a battling Irishman from Frisco way and the boys put up a slashing ten-round bout that sent the fans home talking to themselves.
Jim Jeffries, former heavyweight champion and Billy Papke also a former champ along with Kid Francis the European Champ gave the big time at mosphere to the opening.
Adams came into the ring a favorite to beat Dunvian and he lived up to exceptions. Johnny taking a ten-round verdict after ten rounds of real fighting.
For the first four rounds it was pretty even, with the Mountain Lion as usual forcing the fighting and conesratting on a boly attack that told on the Irish lad at the end of the fight.
In the fifth round things began to happen. Adams had rushed Dunvian across the ring and was giving him what Paddy gave the drum when Clarence let him have one of those long lefts square on the lug. Every one thought that Johnny was going to drop but Dunvian failed to follow up his lead and the Lion came back and was in danger for the remainder of the fight.
From the fifth on it was pretty much the same with Johnny putting them in the bread basket with telling effect, and Dunvian trying to land with that deadly left or his.
The tenth was a thriller. Adams demonstrated just why he is called the Mountain Lion. As the last canto started he rushed across the ring to make one last effort to lay the tough Frishman away but was not able to produce the old sleep giving punch. Adams is only 23 years old although he has been fighting nine years, and he says that he has enough in him to make a back that will put him up with the best 150 class, and from all indications it seems that he is sincere in his efforts to make a comeback; so keep an eye on the San Berdoo Mountain Cat.
Baby Sal Sorial the hard hitting Mex tops the card, next week with Tony Russo of the East, and another full house is anticipated.
Sal has won his last seven fights by the Kayo route and seems headed for the top for sure this time.
Russo comes with the reputation of having never been off his feet, but if he gets in the path of that crushing right of Soria's it will be too bad. Up to date no one has been able to stand up under that six inch punch of the Babe's, and Tony does not look to be any different from the rest.
They are calling Sal the San Benitoino Almir Clock show. The only difference is Sal and the regular clock is that the old Big Ben at home wakes them up and Soria puts them to sleep and no less.
Baby Sal worked out eight rounds Saturday, and looked great. He is taking no chances with this Russo bird.
Tony brings a pretty good record with him but the hard hitting. Mex should walk off with the cake if he is.
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The only hitch that comes in fighting these unknown birds down here in the sticks is that somebody like Russie may stop Sal in a couple of cantos and then he would have to start all over again, as I is now Soria is sitting on top of the world as far as future matches are concerned, as he has a main event at the big House on Grand Avenue on the 26th.
Kid Chocolate the battling black boy from Cuba came back to the U. S. and started his second invasion in the same fashion as he did his first, by a knock-on, over Phil O'Dowd of the east.
All the eastern writers see a great future for this kid from Cuba. They claim that he has everything and knows how to use it like nobody's at fairs. He can box, he can hit, and do everything else required of a boxighter to get to the top. The only thing that can be counted against him is his liking for the bright light, of the street that breaks all that try to buck it—Broadway of the big town.
If he can get over this weakness, he is a champ sure, is what these boys from the eastern coast write us.
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In a tip and tuck game from start to finish the Alpha Phi Alpha basketball quarter trimmed the fast Hi-Yers to the tune of 27 to 22. This defeat of the highly touted Hi-Y Varsity came as a surprise especially since Stocks and Eason were missing from the Alpha's lineup.
The Jefferson Hi-Y Club presented a very unique program last Thursday night. Mr. Irvine Haine, vice-principal of Jefferson High School, was the main speaker.
This Sunday Afternoon's Program will be given by the Y. M. D. Club which has recently been reorganized under the leadership of Mr. Murphy. Membership Secretary
The Annual Spring Indoor Athletic contests for the young men's evening classes will be in full swing soon. In 1927 Oscar Williams and Jimmy Lester were high-point men for the season. Last year, Elmore Harang was on top, followed by Floyd Howard and George Lewis. Harang returns for competition this year and is favored to win. However, some newcomers may topple him off his throne.
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Following the final performance of "The Filled Sister" which will be given at the Lincoln Theater on Sunday night, the famous dramatic hit, "The Yellow Ticket" will be staged for one week by the famous Lafayette Players. An amateur play, consecutive seasons in New York and became the most talked of drama of the present decade, it is a powerful vehicle dealing with the persecution of Jews in Russia, and it tells a poignant, yet forceful story, of certain regulations and laws enforced by the Russian government, laws of one law that prohibits decent, respectable Jewish girls from leaving the settlement provided for them by the police; and of another law that furnishes women of the streets—prostitutes—with "Yellow Tickets"—permits to roam any of the large cities as will.
MIAMI, Fla.—Upset Lad, owned by the Belle Isle stable, today won the first $10,000 added Florida Derby at Hialeah Park.
Evelyn Preer appears in "The Yellow Ticket" as "Marya Varenka," a beautiful Jewish girl who is forced to apply to the police for a "Yellow Ticket" passport as the only means to visit her father who is dying. The story of now, after securing this symbol of indecency, Marya outwits the officers and gains possession of regular law-portrait passport, is added throughout the four startling acts of the drama. Edward Thompson will play Roloe, an American Journalist, who falls madly in love with Marya and seeks to help her escape from an inevitable imprisonment in Silbera after the police have discovered her deception in stealing another girl's passport. This is one of Thompson's most spectacular roles, and likewise Evelyn Preer's biggest characterization since "Rain."
Laura Bowman is featured in a prominent part, and the cast of "The Yellow Ticket" also includes Lawrenceene, maries, Oden, Bebe Hawley, Patricia Patricia Monte Hawley, Sidney Kirkpatrick and Arthur Ray.
BY: ARTIS N. WARD
Of the Ward School of Aviation
(Continued from Last Issue)
When compared to the other means mentioned this total seems very small but, but, early days of these lines, military machines were converted to meet the demands of the commercial traffic. Planes capable of carrying only one, two and three passengers helped to build up this total. The few available figures which have been reported for the year 1926 indicate a marked increase in the number of passengers. This fact is due to three things—the growing knowledge of the public in general of the convenience and comfort of air travel; planes with greater load capacity making it possible to move a larger number of passengers approximately the same personnel as with the smaller planes and the development and construction of multi-engined planes whose factor of safety is much higher than the single engine planes previously used.
Multi-engineed planes, capable of retaining their altitude on a fraction of their plants, are rapidly coming into use in all parts of the world today. The development of these planes has given the world the fastest method of transportation with maximum safety. The operator who now uses the single engine plane in passenger transportation is not offering to his passengers the best equipment he can obtain. It must not be thought, however, that all single engineed planes in passenger transportation are hazardous but in their use we find the percentage of unscheduled landings far more than where multimotorized planes, capable of retaining their altitude on less than their full horsepower developed, are used.
"The Nation" in discussing a recent address of Chairman Sir Eric Geddes of the Imperial Airways where he emphasized the factor of safety by using multi-motorized planes said: "The Airways standard of maintenance he declared the 'highest in the world.' He even explained the company's unfavorable financial statement, which showed an operating loss of $108,500, by the notation that it was in considerable part due to the company's voluntary withdrawal from service of one-engine airplanes and their maintenance of greater power and capacity which insure greater safety. Although the single-engine planes were excellent, he said, they have been taken off in order to provide the public with a service established on the safety and reliability principles of British transport organizations."
In the six years of operation, as shown in the tables above, there were only twenty-seven (27) casualties among passengers. The development of multi-motored planes gives to commerce a still greater assurance of safety and the proportion of casualties will be reduced.
The first, regular passenger, land air transportation line in the United States were operated by the Philadelphia Rapid Transit Air Service, between Philadelphia, Washington and Norfolk with multi-motored Fokker planes for the duration of the Sequestration period. They have announced, "that the public will use the airplane for transportation purposes when management is such as to inspire its confidence." In the period of their operations—less than five months—the safely carried 6,965 passengers over their routes.
When we consider that in the seven years of air passenger traffic in Europe only twenty-seven (27) passengers were killed on the air lines reporting here, we cannot but be assured of the safety of air travel. Air lines, it must be remembered, do not coxer any commuting territory, all of which being rooftops connecting distant points. Passengers using the airplane for travel on these routes make one found trip every few weeks instead of every day as pointed out as being done on some of the other modes.
With the airplanes, which have been used to make these totals being rapidly replaced with multi-engineed aircraft having even greater factors of safety it is difficult to understand why some insurance companies refuse to
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"THE FALLEN SISTER" By Lafayette Players, with Evelyn Preer, Edward Thompson, Chas, Olden, J. Lawrence Criner, Cleo Desmond, Sidney Kirkpatrick, Monte Hawley, Laura Bowman and Malcolm Patton.
The Lafayette Players again demonstrate their versatility by coming back after presenting the successful Musical Comedy Irene last week, and scoring heavily in a heavy dramatic number 'The Failed Sister.' Miss Evelyn Preer has the principal role as Molly O'Hara, the fallen sister. She has a large amount of space to do some things, but she does. There isn't anything much to about the story, save in a few spots. But this young lady warms your heart with her vivid portrayals of some very commonplace scenes.
Mr. Edward Thompson, also comes in for some the portrayals. He changed slightly this week from his customary difficult roles to one of a bowyer bully. It carried a sligh trace of comedy, but it was good. J. Lawrence Criner, a truly remarkable actor has his usual role of the heavy. And how he succeeds in having himself hatred. Chas. Olden, popular little player falls to land a big part in this week's bill. For a big hand or his short appearance, he faces across big in her Irish characterizations. Miss Cleo Desmond also scores as the chief benefactress for the Fallen Sister.
There are quite a few dramatic scenes between her and Miss Preer. Other dramatic moments were when Miss Preer, in a fit of reversionary rage, smashes a mirror, again where she suffers the same depression, starts to deluge herself with liquor and is only stopped when a halo is showp above the picture of the Madona. Others who assisted in making the play a success were Sidney Kirkpatrick, Monte Hawley, Bebe Townsend, Malcolm Patton and little Miss Beverly Hill Curtain.
The Kentucky Club To Have High-Class Premiere Opening
The Avenue's newest Nite Club, The Kentucky Club, located at 2220 Central Avenue opens tonight in a blaze of glory. Taken from indications occasioned by the heavy reservation list, it appears that the opening will eclipse any former Premiere. Located in the heart of Negro business activities, it seems beyond a doubt that this club will succeed. Attractively situated a stone's throw from the popular Lincoln Theatre, it will prove a most profitable drawing card for Central Avenue.
Carpenters, furnishers, and decorators have made the bulling one of the most attractive on the Avenue. The management, Mr. Win, (Bill) Bolden, has procured some of the best entertainers procurable; for his patron, Miss Milda Washington, who has an aptly risen to fame will head a heat and peppy revue of beautiful girls. The principals assisting her are: Pauline Jones, song bird; Mary Richards, toeancer; John Jackson, tap dancer; Norvelle Reese, Tenor Blues singer and Claudie Collins, Master of G ceremonies. The music for the dancing is being provided by Paul Howard's Quality Serenaders. The kitchen is being supervised by Mr. Jack Penn, a most efficient chef. As we go to press, it looks like a turnaround night.
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King Vidor to Make Another All-Colored Cast Picture for M. G. M.
Rumor has it that King Vidor, able director of 'Hallelujah, an all-Colored cast M. G. M. super him, is to make another following the release of 'Hallelujah.' Many of the picture players along the poverty row will appreciate the truth of this rumor.
Following the completion of 'Hearts in Dixie' and several other all-Coloreo cast films, and the recent cutting down of the 'Hallelujah' extra list, pickings haven't been the best for the boys. There has been some tough breaks.
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Lew Leslie's "Blackbirds" may run along forever, but Adelaide Hall, the star, is not scheduled to keep on flying with the rest of the "birds" according to a report from the Leslie business office. Mr. Leslie states that he has bought the rights to a musical version of "White Carzo," and that he will star Miss Hall in the role of Tendeleo, the chief female character, who was satirized in one or Earl Dancer's productions. Leslie does not say whether the rest of the cast will be white or colored, his only choice so far being that of Miss Hall for the leading role.
It seems that there is going to be some difference of opinion in regard to "Hearts in Dixie," the Fox movie tone production, starring Step N. Fetchit, which opened on Broadway last week. This is the all-talking and singing picture for which Charles Gilpin was first employed to play the leading role. After Gilpin was let out, a wrestler by name of Reid was given the spot, but apparently failing to make good, Clarence Muse was sent for. New York critics are covering the production with high-powered adjectives, attesting its worth and differentness. But they are the critics of the dailies. The colored critics for the play warm in their reception of the play, but they world seem to be important inasmuch as the picture is built around Negro life and the cast is composed of Negroes. One colored critic suggests in his observations that the Fox people have put a makeshift vehicle which was rushed to beat Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's "Halleenjaat" to it. It will be interesting to see what opinions are after more persons have had the opportunity to see and hear the picture.
Mordaunt Hall, the New York Times, writes: "The spirit of the Southern Negro of a year or so after the Civil War is cleverly captured in 'Hearts in Dixie: a delightful Movie-tone production that was presented by William Fox last night at the Galey Theater. It is something that is restful, a talking and singing production that is gentle in its mood and truthful in its reflection of the black men of those days down yonder in the cornfields. Going to see it after hearing the spiked melodies of modern times is an hour of peace, but at the same time, it is an entertainment that keeps one's eyes wide open through every scene."
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When the Argonaut Limited arrived last Tuesday Evening from El Paso, Texas, among the passengers and baggage aboard, a Giant Stork dledited with a package containing an _eight pound boy consigned to Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Forrest, 1201 F. 53rd street. We extend our congratulations to this happy couple. Mother and son are doing nicely as we go to press.
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The Pacific Northwest and Chicago will be brought five hours closer by rail this summer. The four large railroads operating through the northwest territory have announced reductions in their operating schedules to become effective next summer. Three of the roads, the Chicago Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific, the Northern Pacific and the Union Pacific made their announcement the early part of the week as a sequel to the Great Northern's of last Saturday. The Great Northern says it will cut five hours from its schedule and the other roads expect to meet the schedule of the competing lines.
HEARD AND SEEN AMONG THE PULLMANITES
The ever-popular Mr. L. K. Dials porter on the Short Line Limited to San Francisco, for the past ten years, had the distinction of making the first trip in charge since the porters have replaced the conductors on that line. Mrs. Mable R. Dodge, Pullman Mald, who has ben in service of the company for the past three years, has been advised by her physician to leave the road service for an indefinite period, during her period or service Mrs. Dodge, built an upert record with the company and it was with regret that her service was terminated. Mrs. Dodge wishes to extend to the many porters and waiters on the many runs that she was identified with them on especially the Cascade Limited, her many thanks for the courtesies extended her on the many trips. Mrs.
Dodge may be reached at 1285 Pacific street, San Francisco, California.
Mrs. Ella Greer returned from Chicago, Thursday, having accompanied the Hoover Special to that city, a Chicago Maid completing the trip to Washington. Charles Schwab, of New York, asked a Pullman Porter on a recent trip, what was the average tip, the Porter replied $1.00—Schwab fell for it and gave that amount (Note: This was Heard, Not Seen). The Los Angeles Examiner still advocates a non-stop run between Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York. Also trains to the East with solid through Pullmans.
At the regular meeting of the Association, Tuesday evening, the following committees were appointed for the year to replace the retiring committees: Social Committee—Herbert Galloway, Chm. Ernest Dixon, Henry Franklin, R. W. Lloyd, W. H. Murray; Finance Com—W. H. Hughes, Chm. Henry Christmas, F. W. Webb, W. L. Down, W. W. Walker (re-appointed); Entertainment Com—Virgil Williams, Chm. Clifford Palmer, Carter Harris, A. C. Brown, J. W. Carrothers, J. C. Robinson, Oliver Artis, Emanuel Gralington. The first Monday evening in February of each year has been designated as the evening for the Annual Formal Dance.
The year 1929 has been predicted as a banner year for the Association. Mrs. Holt, the mother of our Mr. H. Holt, who has been sojourning in the East since December, 20th returned Thursday and reports having had an enjoyable trip. Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Landry are planning for a trip East where they will spend several weeks before returning home. President James A. Gray wishes to thank friends and acquaintances for letters and phone calls, congratulating the organization on the recent dance, Mr. Gray says just wait for the next one, as preparations are in the making now—Bigger and Better.
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Travelers in Germany who are willing to buy a first class ticket for each member of their party and 12 additional tickets, may have their own parlor car attached to any through train, as first class travel is only four cents a mile.
Oakland Sailers in their trek to the national Shrine convention here in June will come by plane, a plan is already before the Western Air Express to transport the entire patrol.
The Texas & Pacific Railway has applied to the Interstate commerce Commission to issue Gold Bonds to mature in fifty years, Kuhn Loeb & Co. will buy the bonds.
Gibbs McAdoo too slow for William Gibbs McAdoo Sr. on his way to this city from Washington. Mr. McAdoo left the Santa Fe's Chief at Needles and flew to this city.
P. M. (California Jack) Jackson, is making a strenuous effort to throw the yoke of matrimony off. Since the draft has got a little strong P. M. seemingly missed an installment on his last pay day. These California mama's will not stand any arrears.
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We had our usual meeting in the interest of colored Americans in Springfield, near the resting place of Abraham Lincoln. Senator Lorimer was present, and after listening carefully to the meeting he got up and made a speech. "For the first time tonight the conviction has possessed me that the colored people of this country need a fighting organization. I think I have been friendly to colorize people's rights all my life. But now I see clearly that the job cannot be done for them by white people alone, however friendly. We can help. I am taking a ten-dollar membership in this organization. "Frankly, there are many white people who do not want you to lift up your heads. They do not understand.
"In this movement you are really on the road to freedom. Think of what your grandparents would have given even for physical: freedom; they would easily have given a year of their life. Suppose they had been told: You can be free, but you must give one year of your life for it," that would have seized it with a shout. Now you are offered advancement toward freedom, real freedom, for the payment of a few paltry dollars. Think of it! You still ought to be willing to give a year of your life or all you could earn in a year, to further the freedom of your children and your race.
"As the speaker has said, you ought to pile up a million dollars to fight for your legal rights, alone,—and if you had the million dollars, in most cases, you would not have to fight,—for the enemy would know that you are ready and would not fight a useless fight against your rights. You would win most of the battles by simply being fully prepared for them. A big treasury would be a sort of economic prevention method for you.
"There are friends who will help you, if you are doing the job, but do not hope nor expect that the white race will save you. The white races have been almost, perhaps altogether, as terrible and unjust to each other as they have been to you.
"There are friends who will help 'Never before had I realized that a progressive organization that goes into things, is absolutely necessary for you.'
That is very good for Senator Lorimer,—but the great need is that the Negroes should see their own interest as clearly as he sees it. Just as it will do the Negro no good to sit and "waite" on the slow justice of another race, so it will not help the Negro for some white men to see what he needs, if the Negro is still asleep.
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Vandy Thompson (The Baby Chef) have contributed $1,000 to the $24,000,000 Prohibition Fund, to enforce Prohibition.—This is "The Baby Crew" of the Golden State Limited, and this act on the part of these babies is demonstrative of the baby spirit of these "Bottle Bables."
Diner 10133 of Oakland, returned on train 103 Sunday Morning from Washington, D. C. This is one of the very latest types of diners purchased by the S.F. State Department to "The Inaugural Special" Olan Brooks of San Antonio, Texas, was among the crew and spent a very busy morning shaking hands with a number of old friends.
LeRoy Wilson—the Fourth Chef on Diner 10042—is desirous of obtaining information from his friends as to the exact location of the marriage license bureau. If anyone will volunteer to assist this lad please show him both departments. We will give him credit for his nerve on his limited Capital. Foley Johnson bore the name of Hellman for a day last Saturday—Bucka gallore.
Fleetwood Scales and Aaron Todd are beginning to call Frisco, home. From an authentic source we hear that Aaron is thinking seriously of putting on "The Marriage Yoke." Ye Shebas who have tears to shed prepare to shed them now.
Aaron Todd the "Sunset Shelk" is back to the rails after an accident that pulled the lad off, this time Aaron is doing his bit (Heavy on the bit) swinging to L A. on the Sunset.
Alan Pollock—mogul of dining cars and hotels of the S. P. returned to San Francisco, on the Sunset Friday evening, the departure of this executive took a deal of weight off some of the smaller Ex's. Burt Johnson, who has been loitering around the eating rooms of the Pacific Coast club, returned to share honors with his colleagues on the pie wagons—the Golden State picked this weakling. This will add more grief to the Windy City. Bolden Roberts (Tex) who waits upon the table on "The Owl" is celebrating his thirty-first birthday. (Sidney says that you can never tell a hoose's age by looking in his mouth).
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James Alexander, pioneer citizen and noted organizer who was president of the great Afro-American Council in its palmy days and who was appointed by President Taft, as Cashier in the U. S. Revenue office of this city and held the same throughout the Taft administration and a part of the Wilson administration and then served in the same office in another position during the entire Wilson administration also a part of the Coolidge regime, resigning because of the fact that no recognition was to be hoped for after 12 years of service.
He is rated as one of the leaders in the field of political activity, has been selected by the managers of the Carlin G. Smith campaign committee for Mayor, to manage the department for the colored contingent.
Mr Alexander has opened headquarters at 840 Wall street and has equipped the same second to no other in the city. Beginning next week an intensive drive will be inaugurated pointing for a strong support for Smith Mayor.
Mr. Alexander says that Smith is the man, and grows eloquent in portraying the virtues of Mr. Smith.
He says that Mr. Smith stands for all of the things which go to make the best Mayor that Los Angeles ever had, that he has proved his worth, one business man and will bring Los Angeles into its own by piloting the city on its way for greater heights than it has yet attained.
Mr. Alexander states that he will soon announce his various assistants and an advisory committee which will conduct the campaign to a successful conclusion.
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Mr. and Mrs. Woodyard take this means to thank their many, many friends for love, sympathy and kindshown during illness and since the death of Brother. Hoping soon to be able to show appreciation in a more substantial manner than by mere words.
New York, March 14—Harlem is to have a "Little Art Theatre" if the plans of two of the best known colored product factories get threecording to the announcement coming from the office of Mossers, Whitney and Tutt. These two gentlemen have leased the theatre at 612 Lenox Avenue and promise to produce there original plays by colored authors dining with racial life in all of its aspects. This will be a needed innovation in the theatrical world of Harlem and the project is being received gladly by those who are tired of the usual run of sexy, trashy productions at the local houses.
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Clarksdale, Miss., Mar. 13—Will Chun, Chinese merchant of Farrell, was arrested by deputy sheriffs yesterday and placed in the Coahoma County Jail at Clarksdale after shooting James Clark. The prisoner will be held pending the outcome of Clark's condition. The merchant and Negro were said to have been arguing over a debt of eighty cents.
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Negro Patriotic Program, Thursday Night, March 22nd, 1929. Saint Paul Baptist Church, 21st and Naomi Ave. A chorus or 50 voices composed of the choirs of First Baptist Church, Los Angeles, and Park Avenue Baptist Church, Riverside. Be sure to hear the ladies quartette. This promises to be a treat to all who can find it possible to attend.
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First A. M. E.—Rev. Robert Honee,
pastor: Sunday School services
were held as usual. The attendance is
still on the increase. Class number
two won both banners for numbers
present and collection taken. The
morning services were prescheduled
by the Pastor. A very innaphing sermon
in the evening concluded the services
for the day. Baptismal services will
be held here Friday the 16th—all are
invited to attend.
First Baptist Church, Venice — Westminster at 5th. Rev. G. Albert, Milwaukee pastor, At 2:30 the Sunday School — classes show a growing attendance. The morning services were held at 11 o'clock. The subject of the pastor's interesting sermon was: Faith, the Schumantele Woman and Hor Undying Faith in Elijah the Man of God. The meeting of the B. Y. P. U. was held at 6:30 P. M. Evening services were held at 8 o'clock — subject of sermon: The Virgin Birth. We are growing in the faith and the doors are open at all times. Come our many friends and hear the word of God made plain—and feast with us. A. Repsa, Church Clerk.
Philip's Chapel C. M. E.-Ray W. M. Seldon, Pastor. Sunday School and morning services. Subject of the morning sermon, "Sanctification," and in the evening, "The Power of the Church Over Evil"; both were very inspiringly rendered by the Foster. The Choir under the capable leadership of Mrs. Seldon is doing very commendable work. A Easter program is also planned, and under way.
The Enworth League is also alive and active with Hampton L. Worthy as its president.
SOCIAL AND OTHERWISE
The N. A. A. C. P. is planning a very interesting means of raising its district assessment. All are requested to be at the Mass Meeting Friday, March 15th.
The Missionary Society of the G. M. Church held a very delightful meeting at the home of Mrs. Larry Carter of Fifteenth street, Manday, March 11. He was a member of the church and was held Mrs. Chappol is president of this organization.
Monday night, March 11, the junior
M. A. A. G. P. hold a business meeting
at the home of Miss Helen Tabor, 613
Westminster Avenue, Venice. Plans
for the future of the organization were
discussed—a program will be given
the fourth Sunday, March 24, at the
regular meeting of the Senior Society.
A dance social is planned for April
—more about, this will be announced
later. At the conclusion of the business
refreshments were sorted, and the
meeting adjourned.
THOSE WHO ARE ILL
Mr. John Paxion is reported very ill
at his home, 2019 Fourth street. Mr.
Paxion is well known as an active
Real Estate man in this city and elsewhere—We hope for his speedy recovery.
Mr. Jerome Edwards, of Delaware avenue, who has been fill for sometime, is improving.
ALONG THE BEACH
Well, quite a little wind and rain to end off a good week and start another—March comes in like a lion and goes out like a geneal lamb. Spring won't be long either—get out the old,耐旱 and molasses! Our great protective association, the N. A. A. C. P., is putting on popularity contest, as a means of raising District programs. That's a good idea! People wanted to know, who the most popular person is around these parts for some time. Any way the one who has "TT" gets a trip to Cleveland, programs. Not so bad—but who will it be?
If You Fail To Read—THE CALIFORNIA EAGLE—You Ma. Never Know It Happened
This week it's a toast to our new president, Mr. Hewlett Hoover: "May he prove as successful in the undertakings of this new administration with as much interest in the Norge race as did our ex-president, Mr. Calvin Coolidge."
And now Felvin Coolidge is report; to be on his way home to Massachusetts and embark on a final quest the quant authorities had ordered it with more funny stories and dry wit than any public man in many years.
This typical Coolidge story went around the other day—probably the list or the famous anecdotes connected with his White House days: Mr. Coolidge looked out the window at leisure after, on awakening at his annual hour, A. M. Then he is reported to have said to Mr. Coolidge:
"Well, it looks like it always rains on moving day."
THE SECOND BAPSTIST CHURCH
The Second Baptist Church was unpopular well attended last Sunday with an enormous audience of about three hundred which is doing well for a community of approximately six hundred.
Rev. J. B. Brannon, pastor, prescheduled an inspiring sermon, and with the help of the choir, reached the hearts of several present in bringing them to God.
Many contests and campaigns have been sponsored, lately by the church in order to raise a sufficient sum of money to pay the church debt for their services. A successful so far in collecting almost half of the huge amount.
The "Invincible Quartet," of Conrad College, Conrog, Texas, rendered a program sponsored by the Second Baptist Church's campaign last Thursday evening. Members of the church are making a concerted effort to clear the church debt.
The Bon amis GM Reserve Club met last Sunday afternoon in the Y. W. C. A. cigh room. Eight members were present and all expressed their regret that their advisor, Miss F. G. Andrews would not be with them again for a few months as she will be in Los Angeles during that time.
Miss Dorothy Fagan gave a very interesting speech on our race concert hero, Mr. Spalding Hayes, and this started a very much enjoyable discussion on race problems that exist.
The Astilbe Fund is increasing rapidly and the G. R.'s are wondering who will the lucky ones or ones be to go galloping in the race.
The most business this meeting concerned the Bon amis' big social event to be held the first of next month. It will be a real treat for both young and old; will be an Allanbridge Benefit function. That is all that can be told an yat, but all are warned to look forward to it.
The Pacific Coast Club, which is a club formed by several of the popular male employees of the Pacific Coast Club, gave a midnight supper and dance at the South Los Angeles County Club last Thursday night for the members and their friends.
Everyone about the club is now wondering why a certain young man always is confronted with a "Hey Ho" from his friends. When asked, he always blushes and says he does not know. I'll tell you this is certainly some mystery to unravel.
What could be better than calling Mrs Grace Humbard and Mrs. Grace Bradley "Me and My Shadow"? Every time you see one, you see the other.
We would like to know how a certain maid, Mrs. Eliza Ramsey Washington, caught such a severe cold this week. However, we certainly admire her spirit in working right on and not going to bed like most; little frat dames do. We also wish her success in her immediate recovery.
Despite all the great number of events happening in the past few weeks—presidential inauguration in Mexican Revolution and Lisbonberg—the nation as a whole is turning its thoughts to the most beautiful season of the year—Easter. Programs and peanuts are under way—and the little ones smile in their sleep as they dream of "bunnyies" and basket of colored eggs—but, mid the symbol and show, let not the true and holy meaning of this season be forgotten. There is a lot said about the labor situation—but not much done. In general though, it seems that the fellows who are concerned in their seeking are all right. There are others who talk about work—but will run if they see it coming their way!
A man must not live in fear of the
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lift it. he is some right — word to hand; concerned — sufficient. Don't try to wear the shoe it it pinches. Ah, what's this! The Junior N. A. C. C. P. is making a dying start—they put it in to raise their charter money with a "real" footshaker on April the twelfth. They say it's going to be a peculiar bargain dance too! More power to you Juniors!
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Last Sunday Rev. C. A. Harkin accompanied by several of the mothers motored to Holland for the $ R. M. meeting. Large crowds attended A. M. E. Church.
The young folks are taking interest in the A. C. W. League which is well attended each Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Burer or High Street have purchased a beautiful home on E. 10th Street.
Mr. C. Perry of L. A. accompanied by his Perry, Mr. Rucker, en route from Lake Elsinore were the pleasant callers of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. William last Sunday.
Mr. Laura Rosemond of L. A. spent the week-end, guest of Mrs. Lorena Gordon of East 10th street.
Mrs. Gallberth accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Banks of Corona worshiped at the A. M. E. Church last Sunday. Spiritual tids ran high; holy communion was observed.
Mr. Roy Simpson of Pasadena accompanied by Mr. Jimmy Stowers and Reo Reynolds or Los Angeles motored down and were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Collins of 380 E. 10th St. last Sunday.
The 2nd Baptist Church members gave a farewell reception last Tuesday evening at the parsonage of Rev. and Mrs. Thomas in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Austin who have ben visiting relatives and touring the State. Many dinners and parties have been given for them. Both are active Christian workers. They left Wednesday for their home at Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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The various candidates for the mayoralty and dry council, should be scanned closely. (By their Fruits we shall know them). In this situation the dress can be separated and none but the purse in heart will be able to stand.
The campaign promises to be the greatest municipal contest in the history of Los Angeles. With nigh unto a dozen mayoralty candidates already in the field it cannot help from so being.
The Greer for Mayor headquarter has opened up in full bloom on the 3rd floor of the Chester Williams Building, and everything indicates the Greer partisan has no other intention than to bring the bacon home.
The political parasites are much in evidence as the contest is about to open and many of the uninified are due for a trimming. Fake newspapers are also appearing on the scene all cocked and primed to clean the suck-
Our Hor Pie man gave two councilmen a break and they refused to take advantage of the very thing they were
in dire need; henceforth they will march with the other soldiers or not march at all as seems to their pleasure.
McGuire headquarters in the California building is a scene of political activity with Mr. Evans in charge as manager and Mr. Duffy publicity man. Hugh McGuire will no doubt receive a good support from all classes. He is known as the people's friend.
A Goodly number of citizens turned out in response of an invitation from C. S. Bledgett on last Monday evening in the Blodgett Building to meet Mr. Hugh McGuire, one of the leading candidates for mayor.
Councilman Snapper Ingram is quite busy getting around among his constituents and looking after his fences at this particular time.
We have been looking for Wood Wilson and his Eastside organization for it was a real live wire organization in days gone by.
Smith for mayor with the first headquarters opened on the Eastside, starts off like a boroughhread. Jim Alexander says look out for him.
The wise ones say look out for Bollitt, doughy president of the city council. We hear the echo as the word is passed on down the line. We shall see what we see.
A. PHILIP RANDOLPH THRILLS
An unusually large crowd attended the Mass Meeting at the Second Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon to hear A. Philip Randolph deliver the keynote address opening the American Negro Labor Conference, held in our City under the auspices of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and the Labor Conference Citizens Committee. Mr. Randolph's speech upon the occasion was a masterful effort. The huge crowd held spelbound by the brilliant and forceful eloquence of this orator for more than an hour, demonstrated enthusiastically their appreciation.
George S. Grant, Organizer of the Los Angeles District of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, and Director of the Conference presided at the meeting.
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Washington, D. C., March 14.—The carrier of a self-styled "bad man" was terminated here Wednesday night when Policeman Bauer shot and killed Ernest Henderson, who had run amuck and killed Mrs. Emma Brown and wounded perhaps, fatally, her daughter, Jeanette.
According to witnessed, Henderson entered the Brown home and shot Miss Brown, with whom he was "keeping company" and after proclaiming himself a "bad man" shot and killed his sweetheart's mother. He rushed from the house and was accosted by an of ficeer.
Rushing back to the house where he had committed the murder, Henderson barricaded himself in the house and when the door was crashed by the officer, he attempted to fire again. Policeman Bauer pulled his revolver and fired once killing Henderson instantly.
Six Whites Held For Killing Negroes
Montgomery, Ala., March 14—Four white men and one white woman have been arrested charged with murder in connection with the deaths of Riley Varner and his two children, whose charred bodies were found in the dishes of their house near Clo, February 8th.
When the fire occurred it was reported that the man and his children had been victims of the fire, but a subsequent investigation developed the theory that the three had been murdered and their bodies placed in the building to which fire was set. It is further believed that there was an argument between the white men and Varner over liquor and the latter killed him.
Those in jail are: Willis Sconyars, Glorence King, Horace Carter, Ralph Clark, and Eunice Booth.
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Twenty or more friends of Mr. Edward Meade were guests at a delightful surprise birthday dinner party last Friday evening, March 8, 1929, when his foster mother, Mrs Amanda Drayton entered with an elaborate affair in celebration of her son's 29th birthday.
The party was given at her home, 865 E. 368th St., which was attractively decorated. The hostess had places marked at the table for the honor guests and his many, many friends. The table was decorated in the center with sweet peas, a variety of flowers, and candles. The guests were served with roast turkey and dressing creamed canflower, creamed potatoes, peas and carrots, rice, celery, punch, etc. Following the main dinner course a lovely ice cream cake was served, after Mr. Meade had bloomed flowers. After the dinner Hawaiian musical numbers were rendered by three distinguished white guests which included Miss Baker Selected readings were offered by Mme. Lula B. Scott which was a treet to everyone present.
impressing remarks concerning Mr. Meade's personality were made by Rev. Pius, pastor of Metropolitan Baptist Church, Ass't, Pastor, Rev. Jones, Mr. Shannon, Chairman Deacon Board, Mme, L. B. Scott, President of Pastor's Aid, Mme, Shannon, Choir Directress and some of his friends. His mother then expressed her heart's sentiments to him, and extended her thanks for the cooperation of the friends of gratitude was then made by Mr. Meade. Many pluring gifts were given by the friends, to Mr. Meade, his mother presenting him $5.00 gold piece for his watch chain.
The evening was certainly enjoyed by everyone present, and the party adjourned in the wee hours of the morning.
Miss Helen Gwyn was hostess to a lovely Kilpatrick Birthday party last Sunday evening given in honor of her sister. Miss Lotis Gwyn who is now 18 Mary guests were present when the honoree arrived from a club meeting to her home; and what a surprise she had. The table, so beautifully decorated with St. Patrick motifs and laden with gifts, suggested a very happy birthday to her.
Dainty ice cream novelties, as well as delicious cake was served to the guests by candle light. The gifts were opened and passed around for each to see and admire.
Music was rendered by radio and all had a very lovely time.
The charming mademeses Gwyn and Crawford added to the pleasure of the guests by making the feel of the room more were: Misses Ethel Crawford, Marjorie Jeffries, Lillian Veals, Ernestine Holman, Lula Richardson, Dorothy Fagan, Mattie Pain, Lettia Calloway, Florence Greer and Doradei Jennings of San Pedro and Miss Hardy of South Los Angeles.
Miss Bernice Henderson, popular young Miss of Los Angeles had the pleasure of motoring to Pasadena with Mr. Preston Prince, to visit his parent's on March 5th, which was Mr. Prince's father's birthday. The Princes are wel known throughout the continent. Mr. Henry Prince and orchestra prize receiving much praise in Chicago. Preston Prince left on a tour with his company last week for Frisco, where they will remain for an indefinite period. Miss Henderson is a high school graduate of New Orleans, University 27. While in New Orleans was a member of one of the most prominent clubs—S. C. J. B. Miss Henderson is a member of the Privolity Sys., has held office as reporter and is now treasurer. We are wishing Miss Henderson and Mr. Prince much success in the future.
Before closing, we would like to know why it is Mr. Ross has not been seen on the "Avenue" here of late?
Mrs. Evangeline Loomis of Detroit, Mich. returned h to m Tuesday after having spent a very pleasant two months visiting her cousin, Mrs. Wm. N. Mitchell or 1677 W. 35th St.
Miss Katherine Athkins of 3412 Bellevue Ave, entertained Mr. Robt. W. Campbell at her home on Friday evening March 8, 1929. A number of friends were present, and all enjoyed a lovely evening. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess. Tte remainder of the evening was spent in dancing and playing with Mr. Campbell has been in China for the past eight years and is visiting Mr. H. T. Elmer of Los Angeles. This is Mr. Campbell's first visit to Los Angeles, but he declares it will not be six months before he will return to the city of the Golden West.
Everyone departed, declaring Miss Atkins an ideal hostess.
The special features alone are worth the admission price—but oh, that brilliant Fashion Review of man and women and children, shown in unsurpassable Phys-Art-D-K Mor style. The past smeaks for itself. Nuff Sued. Majestic Hall, 15th and Main, March 22d.
Mrs. Juanita Henderson was hostess on Thursday afternoon to the Modern Priscilla Club.
Mrs. L. Murray of 1300 West 35th Street had as her guest on Thursday evening the Willing Workers Guild of S. Phillips Episcopal Church. While dinner was being served the plans for the Lenten Tea Sunday March 17 at the Rectory, 1501 Essex Street, were completed. St. Patrick motifs to be used throughout the decorations and refreshments will make it one of the most enjoyable seasons of the season. A musical and Literary program of interest will be rendered. All of the friends of St. Philips are cordially invited by the following Hostesses:
Mesdames Rosa Henry, Madge Andrews, Fay Deal Mary, Everett, Viola Pollock, Josephine Johnson, Emily Loblins, Leah Murry, Juanta Henderson, Ehora Stills, Budie Pitchback, Fannie Rivera and Maude Stallings.
A program of rare interest is planner by the Negro commission of the Pasadena, International Council on race relations.
Attorney Leon Whittaker of Los Angeles will be the principal speaker. The business and professional men and women of Pasadena will sit in a body and be represented by Attorney Jones and Dr. J. T. Whittaker who will each give five minute talks.
Special singing by a gospel quartet, solo by young Nathaniel Cavin Delph of Kansas City, Y. W. C. A. girls under the direction of Miss Edna Porch of Pasadena College, will sing "America the Beautiful." A violin solo by Miss Mara hberry, accompanied by her Sister Wors Forsrest McAfee.
There will also be Next singing and an oration of original essay by Miss Viola Baucom and other features not completely outlined yet. The ministers of the city will also sit in a body and invocation for the evening will be offered by Rev. J. H. Lewis of the First A. M. E. Church. The First Convergregation Church at the corner of Walnut and Los Robles streets has been chosen as the place; the time has been set for 8 o'clock P. M. Date, Thursday, March the 21st, 1929.
Mrs. D. W. PDELPS, Cm.
Negro Commission
ANNOUNCEMENT
Of more than usual in erect to the younger set was the announcement made last Thursday afternoon by Mrs. J. C. Cannon, 1004 E. 41st St. of the betrothed of her daughter, Bettrix D-Este Alexander to Mr. Georze Brown, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Brown. The news was told to coterie of a little friends of the bridee and a beautifully appointed the navelose set of the unveilings concealed in the announcement were coppeled in the napkins and given to each guest during the repast.
Following the tea, Thursday evening the bride-elect and groom were the honored guest of Mr. Henry Strickland, 1159¹. So Ardmore St., at a formal dinner. The table was lovely in its decorations the cloth being of gold saffron. Tall cream whip candle tied with gold tulle and surround by a profession or spring flowers and ferns added a delicate touch. The dainty place cards in telegram form revealed the betrothal. After the delicious five-course dinner was served the rest of the evening was spent in dancing and cards. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of Mr. Strickland were Miss Alexander and Mr. Brown; Miss Alvia Lee; Miss Oceola DuMaur; Miss Katherine Shealy; Miss Edith Foster; Mrs Nora Lambert; Mr Carl Waters; Mr Roy Shealy; Mr Leonard Tibbs and Mr. Lawrence Johnson.
The Lafayette Girls have been very successful at all of their affairs. The play that was given at Phillips Temple was such a success that they have been asked to repeal it in Boyle Heights.
The Whist Tournament given at Mrs. Mildred Moore's home was a very successful affair also. The prizes were as follows: 1st, woman, Mrs. Laura Town, Sainte boudin pillow; 2nd, Mrs. Farmer, Lace Bondor pillow; 3rd, man, J. E. Smith, Bill fold; 2nd, R. C. Judkins, Silk handkerchief; 2nd, Miss L. Smyer.
Mrs. Ethel Billuys was hostess at the last meeting. Plans for a Pre-Easter Dance was discussed. Next meeting Dance was Mildred Moore's home 249 E. 45th St.
Mrs. THEREA HOWARD, Pres.
Mrs. MILDRED MOORE, Secy.
Mrs. Wm. N. Mitchell and her guest.
Mrs. Evangeline Loomis of Detroit, Mich. returned Saturday from a ten-day sightseeing trip in the Bay Cities.
GIVES TRADE DISPLAY
Mrs. Evelyn Petty Canyon, Wiggin's School graduate gives trade display, and Grand Musicale at the Independent Church, Monday evening, March 18. The young woman for whom the affair is being given is an artist, and she considers and considers an exceptional young woman worthy and deserving.
Prof. Wm. T. Wilkins will assist with advanced and artist pupils.
Mesdames Johnson, Crocket and Chester will favor the audience with solos. Other talented persons will take part in the program.
The public is invited. Come and bring your friends.
Mrs. Alice Stevenson Cotton of 1203 E. 49'th St. entertained February 28th, with a dainty luncheon honoring Mrs. Elizabeth Andrews of Chicago, sister of Mrs. M. L. Lee of 1570 E. 33rd St.
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The La Voltenta Fairie Girls entertained friends with a tea at the home of Miss Margorie Johnson on North Virgil last Sunday afternoon. An interesting program was the feaure of the tea.
The Alster Guild of the Episcopal Church, entertained with a tea at the home of Mrs. Albert Baumann, on E. 28th Street. Mr. Leon Rene delich ed the guests with selections on the piano.
The E. Pluribus Unum Club complimented Mrs. Lucile Watkins with a miscellaneous shower at the home of Miss Riveria Wood, 2528 East 41st Street, March 8 h. Mrs. Watkins was before her recent marriage, Miss Lucille Robinson, Mrs. Watkins is a member of the E Pluribus Unum Club Many beautiful gifts were received, an the many guests thoroughly enjoyed the evening.
A "hoooood" must be on Mr. Sebastian Silva, or maybe he is just running into plain bad luck this year. Not long ago Silva lost the contents of his wallet and, his waist to hold up men, and the other evening, returning from work he was forced to take a mud bath very close to the asphalt. Silva's clothes were ruined, his collar, bone wrenched, and he came near losing his sense of humor. Mud bath may be all they are cracked up to be, but not midnight.
Mr. Willis Fudley may have made that little jent to Frisco not long ago inebhard of family affairs, but from all indications he and his running mate really made "whooopee". When good fellows get together, or we should say, when "Foxes" to torreer, they manage to have a rather keen time. Ask Dudley, the knows.
The Graduate Chapter of the Girl Reserves held their meeting at the W. W. C. A. last Thursday. Miss Velma White, presiding. An excellent program was rendered; Miss Geraldine Barton delighting the assembly with humorous selections, an Miss Evelyn Elridgee with piano solos. Plans for a dance were discussed.
Approximately fifty persons were on hand last Saturday, March 9th to watch the Pasadena and Los Angeles girls fight for basketball honors. The L. A. girls, members of the Girl Reserve of the 12th Street Branch of the Y. W. C. A. have been long in training and have a great team. The score was 19-14 in favor of the L. A. team. After the game, a party in honor of the winning team, was held at the home of Miss Edna Porch of Pasadena
Miss Hattie Bennett, of 1285 East 37th Street, a popular member of the younger set, has successfully passed the State Board Examination for Beauty Culture, and is enhancing the popularity of, the Dorothea Beauty and Marcel Shoppe at 4005 Central Avenue. All of Miss Bennett's friends are anxious for her success, and wish her good luck.
MRS. HICKS ILL
Mrs. Anna Hicks who has been ill for the past two or more months is showing improvement at her home in East 20th Street.
Mrs. Hicks is one of Los Angeles most active pioneer citizens having worked for many years in some of the oldest and most progressive fraternal organizations of our city and state.
It is remembered that Mr. R. H. Hicks husband of Mrs. Hicks passed away a few months ago.
Rev. E. R. Driver will deliver the 2nd Annual Sermon of the Young Women's Prayer and Missionary Sunshine Band, Palm Sunday afternoon at 3:00 P. M. at the Apostolic Church, 33rd and Central Ave., Rev. Douglas, Pastor.
This Sunshine Band 14 undenominational having members of various churches. Come out at Palm Sunday at 33rd and Central. Hear a good spiritual program. Good singing.
Help us to help others.
Mrs. MYRTLE MUSSENDEN, Pres.
Mrs. Mattle Albritton, pioneer citizen and likewise subscriber of the California Eagle, continues ill. at her home on Council Street. We wish for her a speedy recovery.
Mrs. George Daniels, wife or Geo. Daniels, and mother of George Daniels Jr., or the Eagle Staff, who has been ill at her home on East 20th Street for a long period of time is reported as convalescing, which is cheering news to her many loyal friends.
Miss Catherine Bass, of Sawtelle, who is a junior high school student, had the misfortune of a painful accident at her school day of exercises on her ankle. She was severely spraining her ankle. She is reported slowly improving.
The Nannette Club wishes to announce its officers and members for the ensuing year. Pres., Mrs. Eydyre Pryce Thompson; Vice-Pres., Miss Madeline Gillespie; Recording Secy., Miss Margaret Carter; Corres, Secy., Miss Helen Duncant; Tres., Miss Elise Misserle; Miss Martha Hogan; Fern Caldwell, Esther Hogan and Dolly Towsend. The Messrs, Louise Murray-Matthews, Myrtle Duncan-wise and Marjorie Vernon-Prince. The Club was organized by Miss Dolly. Towsend four years ago and was one the first clubs among the younger set.
PRESIDENTS COUNCIL
Mrs. J. J. Christian of Jzz4 South Serrana, was hostess to the "President's Council" in their last meeting, which was quite interesting. The Council is composed of Presidents, and Past-Presidents or Federated Clubs and asking all adults in that area are not members to become, one.
After business, Mrs. Homer Dean took charge of the Programme, presenting/Little Miss Mercer and Miss Westheimer in Piano Selections, Mr Walter Gordon, speaker of the afternoon, told us of "The Property Rights of Women in California." Much was gained from his talk. After delicious delicacies were consumed, the council adjourned to meet 3rd Sunday March 15 at the home of Mrs. J. A. Bramlette 1409 East 18 h Street. MRS, C. C. BURGESS, Pres GEORGIA PETERS, Secy.
A good time was had by all at the social, Dancing and Whist being the means of entertainment.
After a perfectly wonderful time delicious ice cream and cake was served by the hostess with the club members' assistance.
A delicious five-course luncheon was served. After which a business meeting followed. The girls all had a wonderful time. Blanche made a wonderfn hostess. Next meeting at Ethel Green on East 41st; street.
THE DODECAGENIANS, ATTEND
THE MISSION PLAY
Sunda afternoon, March 3, the members of The Dodecagenian Art and Literary Club attended the Mission Play at San Gabriel. The play was enjoyed by all who attended. The Dodecagenians are certainly achieving much in the line of art and literary. The members expect to attend many more places or interest in the near future. The Dodecs are proud of one of their members, Miss Marguerite Robinson, who sang in the Musical Comedy "Irenie" last week at the Lincoln theater, also Miss Velma White who sang with a chorus over the radio last week.
BACHELOR GIRLS CLUB
The Bachelor Giris Club was delightfully entertained on last Monlay evening with Miss Riu Boyd, 855 E. 33rd street, as hostess. The regular routine of business was conducted by the president. A very appetizing repast was served.
Don't forget the Whist Tournament Saturday, April 6th at the La vada Carda Room, on East Vernon Avenue. Beautiful prizes, Admission, 35 cents. The next meeting will be Monlay with Miss Desiree Berkeley, 1261 East 38th Street.
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Make reservations NOW! The date to be announced in the next issue of this paper.
Sponsored by the BEAU BRUNELL CLUB
TO HOLD MUSIC FESTIVAL
PHILADELPHA, Pa., March 19.—(By The Associated Negro Press The National Negro Music Festival, to be held in the Academy of Music on Saturday, May 25, begins to assume a fine and definite shape. On this occasion there will be gathered, together artists of the race from all over the country, presenting (two programs—afternoon and evening—of unprecedented range). The American Inter-Racial Peace Committee, which is sponsoring this suspicious affair reports this week that among the musical aggregations, Lincoln University Glee Club, under James Dorey; Howard University Chrysus, under Prof. Rib Tibbs; the Fisk University Jubilee Singers have signified their intention to be on the program. The famous Hampton Chorus of 12) voices, under the direction of Dr. J. E. Gregg, principal of Hampton, writes that the chorus voted unanimously to
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J. H. Sykes, recently appointed representative of The Metro Construction Company, has made it possible for many lot owners to begin the construction of their homes much earlier than expected through the financing system that makes it possible "To Build Now" and "Pay Later."
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SADIE NERO DAVIDSON
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4616 Central Ave.
Mrs. Davidson has been connected with a number of Los Angeles Beauty establishments. The new shop will conduct all branches of hairdressing, electrical scalp treatments, and beauty culture. The shop is equipped with all the modern beauty shop requisites, connected with the new beauty shop
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4-Roomb. House (No Mtg.) Lot 50x120
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6-Room. Succue (W. of McKinley)-
$5500.00.
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4-Room. House (A steal) Lot 50x152
-East or Dadsworth $5000.
Vacant Lot—50x135 (Between 49th and 51st St.) on Wadsworth, $3150.
ELIJAH COOPER REALTY CO
CARD OF THANKS
We sincerely thank our many friends for the kindness shown during the illness and death of our loved one, Mrs. May Beavers.
We sincerely appreciate every loving thought, every act of kindness, every word of cheer and every effort that was made to soften our sorrow.
We take this means of thanking our many friends for their kindness during the recent illness and death of our beloved wife, daughter and sister. We are also grateful for the beautiful floral tributes and all expressions of sympathy during our bereavement.
JAMES E. HARKEY
MRS. W. LEWIS
AND FAMILY
CARD OF THANKS
We wish to take this means of thanking our many friends for their deeds of kindness and the beautiful floral offering during the loss of husband, William E. Weir.
PEARL E. WEIR and FAMILY
Mrs. Dana Spend was hostess to the Young Women's Prayer and Missionary Sun Shine Band Friday March 8th 1929. Mrs. Montgomery delivered a wonderful address after which a delicious Turkey dinner was served.
Visitors, were, Mrs, Marguerite Smart, Mrs, Douglas, Miss Viola Baucum, Mrs, Moses, Rev. and Mrs. E. R. Driver.
Mrs. George Scott 2020 Central Avenue, who has been ill at her home is reported as much improved.
take part in the Festival, although to do so will curtail some of their most cherished commencement social activities, as the day is in the midst of the Hampton commencement season.
BUSINESS and INDUSTRY
FOR RENT: Nice furnished room to lady or gentleman with young couple. HU 8214J. 740 E. 32rd St.
WANTED: Two neat appearing colorful ladies to solicit. Good money. 833 Rives Strong Bldg. Sat. and Mon. 9:00 to 11:00 A.M.
FOR RENT: Rosalind Apartments. Beautiful, up-to-date, single, furnished. 680 E. 47th S. 1/2 block from Avalon Blvd., near beautiful park. AX. 5970.
FOR SALE: At a Bargain. 4 and 5 room houses. Small down payment, balance like rent. Call HU. 9660.
FOR RENT—Rooms $2.50 per week and up. 1316½ E. 9th St. Telephone ME. 0532. 2-22-1
FOR RENT: 3-room furnished house, 974 E. 23rd street. HUmbolt 4874-M.
FOR SALE: 2 ideal homes—Snooze
and Frame, 4 and 6 rooms, $500
down. Improved neighborhood. Fruit
and Flowers. Chicken and Pigeon
house, block from car line. Phone:
Sterling 7670. M. M. Marks, Licensed
Real Esate Broker, 554. Pepper St,
Pasadena, Cal.
FOR RENT: 2-room and 4-room flat,
1256 N. Commonwealth. Inquire at
4370 Fountain Aye. On corner, Hollywood.
WANTED: S'encographer desires'position
in office, or work to be at home.
Good in both shorthand' and
typing. Call EMPIre 1859.
Small hats show the skin. We clean
the skin or its ugly blemishes and
present it smooth and pretty.
EDNA STEWARD, special operator
D. & M. Beauty Shoppe, HU. 5836.
3623 Central.
FOR RENT or LEASE: 11-room house
and 4 garages on E. 183. St. suitable for rooming house. Call owner,
HUholt 8336-M.
Peterson Branch of W. C. T. U.
meets Second Wednesday in each month. Officers for 1928-1929-President,
Miss Lewella M. Smith; Secretary,
Mrs. Flora Moses; Treasurer,
Mrs. Mildred Marshall.
FOR RENT: 5-room house, including apartment. Large front porch, garage, big back yard, fruit trees. Apply 631 E. 35h Place.
FOR RENT: Nicely furnished room in private home, 1380 E. 17th St. ATlantic 9105.
FOR SALE: Beauty Shop. Good location. Mixed trade. Address, Care X California Eagle, 847 Central Ave.
FOR RENT: Furnished room in private home. call AX. 4663.
FOR RENT: 11-room house party furnished on 18th St., between Essex and Paloma. Also 5-room house in rear, partly furnished. Call owner, HU. 8356-M.
WANTED: Experienced Marcelier, call HU. 8223, HU. 2062-W.
REAL ESTATE—Beautiful San Ben
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right price. Write Frank Hutchinson,
Masonic Temple, 8th and Perris, San
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DON'T RENT—Until You see these
3-room stucco courts. Hardwood
floors throughout. Ultra modern.
Joe Rakestraw with Elijah Cooper
Realty Co., HU. 3744.
CLOOTILE APTS
Single and double. Modern steam
heated apartments for rent. rates
reasonable. 1151 E. 20th St. Phone WEst-
more 6 5 5 4.
LOVE IS AS CRUEL AS MEDICINE
I am not either, but I am kind, sym-
pathetic and intelligent. Wisdom and
righteousness abide with me.
I tell your fortune from the Bible.
I tell you the food that will make and
keep you well. I will add years to
your life. All sickness is a match to
me. Get me. I am a book. Price 25c.
Send birth date to get proper book
Address all correspondence to T. Rodgers,
11271 Ave. E. Pico St. or call at 2221
Central Ave.—Creole Beauty Shop.
DR. J. RUTH TEMPLE
PHYSICIAN and SURGEON
WOMEN'S DISEASES AND
OBSTETRICS
Office: 803 E. 32nd Street
Phones Office, HUumbolt 3419; Res.,
UNiversity 8421-If no answer, call
VAndike 1221.
Hours: By appointment only. Please
phone for an appointment.
INDUSTRY
EXPERT MARCELLER
Eliza Mary Ward, formerly of the Eliza May Beauty Shoppe, Chicago, Ill., is now with the Creole Beauty Shoppe, No. 2, and will be pleased to see her friends and customers also to make new ones. Phone HU, 7877 for appointment. Marcelling a specialty.
FOR RENT or SALE: 4-room house,
garage, large lot, rich soil, excellent
for garden; has walnut, fig, apricot
and lemon trees; place for chickens.
*Regular little ranch, located at
1581 E. 57th St. $2500 per month.
AT. 5592.
FOR RENT: 4 large room furnished
cheap, 1527 E. Jefferson
FOR RENT: Unfurnished 5-broom hung,
convenient to Hollywood and
Beverly Hills, 1616 N. Lakehoused Ave.
Adults only. Phone, DR. 2250.
ROOM AND BOARD: For school child.
Phone, HUmbolt 6717.
FOR RENT OR LEASE: 11-room
house and 4 gageses on E. 18th St.
suitable for rooming house. Call ower,
HU. 8346 M.
FOR RENT: Very reasonable, desi-
able office rooms facing 9th and
Central. Plenty or light and air. Suit-
able for doctor or anyone desi-
nces class place. Call Anreulus 8254
nurseries or TU. 4847 from 12 un-
til 230.
FOR RENT: Apartments furnished
complete $5.50 to $8.00 per week;
also cottages furnished and unfur-
nished or Hanks' Courts, 1627 Palomia
St. Atlantic 0863.
DRESSMAKING: Plain and Fancy,
dose at your home or mine. Phone:
M. done 1026.
FURNISHED Agarment for rent,
1251 East 28th St. 1-11-4
FOR SALE: West Jefferson, District,
Beautiful 6-room modern home, lot
48x155. Owner BE. 4830 or VA. 5586.
FOR RENT: 3 room modern flat, bed
room, living room and kitchen, bath
title etc. Access to three car lines.
4 block from L car. 1026 So. Berendo St.
Call Filtroy, 2965 after 6:30 P. M. or
before 8:30 A. M. 1-18-ind
BEAUTIFUL LOT 40M ELSINORE.
Close to Coleman's DeLuxe Hotel,
60x150. A Bargain at $800. See Joe
Rakestraw, 1100% E. Adams St. With
Elijah Cooper Realty Co., HU. 3744.
112-1ind.
PALESTINE TEMPLE, A. A. O. N.
M. SHRINE
Meets the fourth Thursday night of
each month. 4141% Central Ave.
D. J. Henderson, 33rd, Potentata
1215 E. 42nd St. HUmbolt 1749-1
1215 E. 43rd St.. HUmbolt 1749J.
D. E. Taylor, 38th, Recorder, 1457I
E. 22nd St. HUmbolt 2750-W.
HILTON LODGE NO.11
WORK RITE (COMPACT) MASONS
Meets Legion Hall, Washington and
Central, 2nd and 4th Friday, evenings.
Visiting beethren welcome.
W. YEL, W. M.
AX. 7884
W. F. WOODYARD, Secy.
HU. 4497-W
ROSE WILL APARTMENTS
300 N. Bonnie Grae St.
Furnished Doubles, $35.00 and $45.00
Unfurnished Doubles, $32.50 near C
D. I. R. R. Car, Beverly Bus.
W. B. SAFFOLD, Prop.
DRexel 3404
HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH, No. 3309
G. U. O. of O. F.
Meets 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each
month at 2 P. M. at Odd Fellows Hall,
5th and Wall streets.
Mrs. E. A. KIMBROUGH, M. N. G.
1855 Newton St. Phone AT. 9064
Mrs. A. E. SELDON, W. R.
MARY ALEXANDER APTS.
22nd St. and Hooper Ave.
Stores for Rent or Lease. Good location for Barber Shop, Hairware,
Paint Stores, or any other business.
Prices $25.00 and $30.00 per month.
Inquire, 2126 Hooper Ave, owner.
YOURS FOR $150 Down, $20 a month,
this beautiful 76x185 ft. lot. See
Joe Rakerawt with Elijah Cooper
Realty Co. HU, 3744; 1100½ East
Adams St.
FOR RENT: Furnished room to man
and wife or man housekeeping
privileges. Phone HUmbolt 6113-J. 1669
41st street.
FOR RENT: A modern unfurnished
3-room flat. 1221 East 20th Street.
Owner Call HU. 3 3 3 4.
FOR RENT: Newly furnished rooms
in modern home. Home privileges,
near 3 cars. HUmbolt 4 8 8 0-W.
FOR RENT: New Modern Apt., Rus-
istan District, 975 S. Mariposa, DR.
4047.
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K. T. SALES CO.
1723 W. 7th Street
His very first Commandment to Man was, the discretion of selecting food. To know the proper food that will blend with one's nature so that they may eat and keep well. Send birth date, and get a chart. Price-25c. T. RODGERS
1127½ EAST PICO STREET
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The Western Diocese, Bible Training, Theological Institute of the "Church of Christ Holiness."
The purpose of its organization is to train young men and young women in the knowledge and use of the "Word" of "God," and other duties of Christian service, in order to help meet the rapidly growing demand for leaders in Christian work.
The course of study for ordained ministers: First year, Theology, Christian evidence, Hermeneutics, Bible Exegesis, Old Testament Introduction, Literary Study of the Bible, Expression and New Testament Greek.
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MANAGER
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Sunday, School opened a little late on account of the weather being bad.
The pastor, Rev Burkhalter was at his post and delivered two wonderful messages, morning and evening.
Themes, "The World's Program in the Church," "Christian Welfare of Life," which was enjoyed by all.
The Turkey Dinner given by the "Sunsshine Hour Club" and the "Musical Programme" under the direction of Mme. O. C. Floyd was grand. We wish to thank our many friends who took part in the Anniversary Celebration throughout the week, commencing March 4th to 11th.
Rev. E. E. BURKHALTER, Pastor
Miss ESTELLA MICKANS, Reporter
SEVEN MEN KILLED BY AN EXPLOSION AT STONE MT.
Stone Mountain, Ga. Mar. 13. (CNS)
—Steven Lost, six others were injured, several seriously, late today in an explosion of an air compressor at the quarries
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Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches; But let him that gloibeth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the Lord which exercise loving-kindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth; for in these things do I delight, saith the Lord—Jer. 9:23
The conditions of life as we find them today are not satisfactory. And yet there is no purpose to make a wholesale indictment of them as we look out upon them. Those seeking the highest good for themselves and society, are simply dissatisfied with themselves and the imperfections that abound anywhere in the world. Pinding fault is futile. It gets us nowhere. The men and women who have made possible the glorious land in which we live, planting the seed which has made possible the harvest we reap today, did not find fault with the physical condition which they faced. The timbered hills and valleys were there. They simply set to work and cleared them and used the timber for fuel. Wherever men and women live, whether in Eden or one in the making, they are always faced with the problem of care and attention.
The life men and women live today is not being lived in a moral wilderness, neither are we in the Millenium, that "far off divine, event, toward which the whole creation moves." For are we if that period in between the two, termed the "Dark Ages" once again. Looking out over the world, we see that ignorance is disappearing, and superstition dying. Nations are knowing each other better, and defending more and more on one another. The world is setting down to more food and getting more work done with less pain than ever before. Medical science is spreading its healing power farther than ever before. The radio is bringing to one's very doors things little dreamed of. It is carrying religion to folk who have said and even thought that they were thru with it.
With all these advantages which are ours, we are still wandering in a wilderness with the promised land ahead. We look into the face of a pleasure man world, where the essential thing is lost in a mind scramble to have a good time. "Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die," is the slogan as we wander around in the whiterness. I may not be able to point the way out. I may not know what is best for us as we go our fast and merry way. Well we ask, "Who is sufficient for these things?" Et. I, do believe that the Bible contains the words that will point the way before us and meet every need of the present crisis, Martin Luther, found the truth for his day in the Bible. John Knox found it there for Scotland, and Wesley for England. These men sleep with the ruthers. We cannot have them; but we can have some light from Gol's word.
A study of history gives us to know that mighty movements have centered about some one great and impassioned utterance. The old monk of Wittemberg turned back the pages of his Bible and said, "The just shall live by faith." "No taxation without representation," brought the colonists to arms. "We cannot exist long as a nation, half slave and half tree," brought the forces of the Union in a death grample with seceding states. "Make the world safe for democracy," was the cry that sent the sons of America into the mealstom of the World's War. And yet I know of no cry that goes deeper or reaches farther, than those words that burst upon us from the Old Testament, and shoot their rays directly into our faces, as they center in a tremendous crisis in the life of Israel: "Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches; But let him that glorified in his in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the Lord, which exercise loving-kindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth; for in these things do I delight, saith the Lord."
However wise, however powerful, however rich one may be, whatever rank or station one may fill the one compelling need of the life of men and of the world is to put that which ought to be first, first, and that is to
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know God. Know Him. Not simply to believe Him and in Him, but to know intimately the living God. Know him as hungrily and as compulsively as a man knows his wife or child, or the daughter her mother, or the son his father. This is the most vital thing in our life today.
As the panthean pastel after the water brooks, so panthean my soul after thee, O God," the words that sounded the dearest pathos of the human soul. When a man has landed the feet of his soul firmly on the living God back of this universe and pregnant thru it, and then in sheer abandon has thrown his heart arms around the living God, he has gained that knowledge which will hold him steady in the midst of the fury of his storms. When St. Paul declared in triumph, "I know whom I declared in triumph," he had attained that victory and freedom` which is the right and possession of every man born in the image of God. Upon this platform all men of whatever clime or children of God and brothers beloved, race may meet, finding themselves.
The first thing in life is an experimental knowledge of God, which leads itself to personal intimacy with Him, and compels me each day to make my life a distributing center of loving-kindness, righteousness, and constructive justice, to all whom God in his infinite mercy may permit me to touch. This is the first cause of rejoicing, and is the way out of our wilderness.
"So many gods; so many creeds, So many paths that wind and wind, While just the art of being kind, Is what this sad world needs.
Local Race Student Victorious in Arizona Debate
BY: LLOYD C. GRIFFITH
Mr. Edwin Jefferson, student of law and a foremost debater at the University of Southern California, traveled to Tucson, Arizona, last Thursday evening where he met the celebrated University of Arizona debaters and was given highest honors by unanimous decision of the judges for individual presentation. The debatable question was: "Resolved, That the plea of temporary insanity in defense of crime should be prohibited by law."
The question was vigorously contested. Edwin Jefferson and Leo Harris uphold the affirmative in behalf of the Trojan institution.
The Tacson Daily Citizen of March 9, 1929, said or Mz Jefferson:
"For the first time at the University of Arizona, a Negro appeared last night in a debate. He was Edwin Jefferson of the University of Southern California. He was declared by many perhaps the abler speaker of the visitors."
The Colored debater," the article further stated, "considering the fervor with which he presented his plea, might more properly have been named 'Webster', Hayne', or some of the other great orators. It was said of Jefferson by many that he presented his side or the question more ably than his debating partner. Conviction characterized his speech and at times his words could not come fast enough as he hurried to crowd in his points."
It is a noteworthy achievement for himself as well as for all Rape students of the local University that Jefferson has religiously devoted his time, talent, and energy three consecutive years as a member of the Trojan squad to develop the art of forceful and effective debating to the extent that he should be chosen not only to
things, viz.: Information and Direction. The Programme of Worship at the A. M. E. Zion Church, Pico and Paloma Sts. contains the above three elements of human success. They will be especially played up during the month of March. Success is within your reach if you but knew it. Everybody and every
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On the fourth Sunday evening, Miss Lillis Hart, the famed pianist and Instructor or Los Angeles will present one of her famous musicales. Her herits speak for her.
On the fifth Sunday will be our Special Easter Services:
The Smart Set Club met at the residence of Miss Lowellen Montgomery on East 42nd St., March 6, 1929. Business of importance was discussed. Club adjourned to meet at the residence of Miss Tommie Triggs on East 42nd street.
Yanceyville, N. O., March 13' (CNS)
—A white woman who led in Baltimore recently left a large part of her estate to Sallie Graves, the Negro servants she had exploited all her life, her will, filed here today, disclosed.
The "best white citizens" are said to be busy trying to devise some means whereby Miss Graves may be robbed of the bequest.
NAIROBI, KENYA, British East Africa. March 12. (CNS)—Thousand of natives are facing famine conditions in this region because of a recent drought and the destruction of their remaining crops by locusts. The government is taking every measure possible to meet the situation.
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The La Voluntee Faire Club entertained over one hundred and fifty young people at their Annual Tea. March 10th at the home of Miss Marjorie Johnson. Clever decorations and delicious refreshments made the afternoon most entertaining. A few musical numbers and readings were given by Mr. Laurence Lassiter, Miss Juanita Allen, The Girl Reserve Quartet, Mr. Hampton Warthey and Mr. Theodore Johnson.
represent his Alma Mater at home, but that he should establish a new precedent an thus realize the honor of being the first Negro in the history of U. S. C. to travel to another state to engage in intercollegiate debate.
Professor Alan Nichols, the eminent debate coach of Troy, the author of his own "Theory of Practical Debatism," whose teams enjoy international respect and a dignified place in the forensic world, and himself a powerful, commanding speaker, is entitled to a wealth of appreciation because of the persona interest he has given Jeccerson; because he has disbarred the barriers which naturally besought him to keep Jefferson in a place of relative inferiority among his squad; and because, finally, he has established with his own Colored protege, a new landmark: one to which Jefferson's successors at U. S. C., if any there truly be, are perforce constrained to be cognizant, and one for the which debate coaches in this entire Pacific region will, no doubt, give due consideration and regard.
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Mrs. Mamie Wilson, proprietor of the Mamie Beauty Shoppe has entered the local contest, sponsored by Mrs. Alice E. Burnette, National organizer of Mme. C. J. Walker Mfg. Co. for making agents for the Walker Hair Culture Course. This course prepares you for State Board examination. Phone today for particulars. Information given freely, 1813 E. 33rd St., HU, 5714-W.
Lizzie Ford, and I stopped in at the home of the Jeanning's on Adams street a Sunday or so ago, as we wont to do occasionally, and found the madame busily engaged in getting a basket of provisions together for that poor family who had the misfortune to not only be burned out of house and home, but also lost two children in the fire not long ago.
Our hearts bled as we were pressed into the service of transporting her husband with the provisions and to do the temporary home of the sufferers.
It was a scene we shall never, forget. Tears of joy trickled down the cheeks of the mother of that destitute family, and as we too joined Brother Jennings in placing in the home of that distracted mother something aside from a healthy hand shake, we bowed our head and offered a silent prayer. "Truly," said Lizzie as she carted us back to our starting point. this portion of the day has been well spent.
John Bates is dead. An auto furnished part of the setting that cost him his life. Five hasty detectives thirsty for Negro blood under the guises or law and order furnished the balance of the setting. For five years Justice has been struggling to, in a measure compensate the widow. The courts have done their part. Well, the police and fire commissions should now do their's. If so, the four remaining officers will be dismissed.
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Were you so fortunate as to have a business or social engagement last Saturday nite? If so, you were also quite fortunate if you got back home, particularly if your point of destination was Watts.
Didn't know the heavens when excited could concentrate and deposit so much water in one locality. Honest folks when Henry and I got together with the folks in the back seat finally arrived at what should be and is considered Watts, the only evidence visible was chimney tops and here and there a roof. The only automobile to survive the flood (and that is what it was) was Watts. Every other type of auto succumbed, mattered not what the name be. If a Pierce, Stude, Locomobile or whatnot. Took us 1 hour to go and 1 hour 45 minutes to return. That is some record for a 4 mile trip.
Friend Bratlan, Mgr. of the Somerville has worked down or up to a Ford. We don't know which.
Philip Randolph, the Sun, Moon and Star of the labor movement to organize the Railroad boys had automobiles rolling his way last Sunday. He spoke at the 2nd Baptist Church to a large audience and proved to be an improvement upon himself.
While attempting to drain our gas tank by mororing about, we passed a sign on McKinley Ave, which read: "SUSANNE—perched very conspicuously and artistically on the front of the premises. Inquiry brought on the fact that it was Suzanne Thwaites, the podisthe, who is again in town and business after several months' absence.
The Dodge said to the Studebaker the other day: "Say! did you read about the great state park held by the Iowa's at Lincoln Park a few Sundays ago? The newsletters amongst other things seated there were 100,000 present and Long Beach was depopulated.
Up spoke the Studebaker Coupe: Long Beach has been credited with Dodge, leave me tell you something. Long Beach has been credited with having more churches to the square inch than any other town this side of heaven and too, more prejudice to the square inch than any other city in the State. Judging from this, it looks like Iowa, quite likely robbed Georgia and north of its long established honors. Well, Dodge, it was depopulated on the day lowans held their state picnic, but candidly speaking, I don't believe the depopulation of Long Beach had anything to do with a 100,000 attendance at Lincoln Park. In fact it's an insult to the late Senator Foraker who did so much in Congress for the Negro and his great state of Iowa." Just then their owners came out of the Golden State and drove them home.
"Have you noticed Central Avenue lately?" asked A. Hartley Jones of the Liberty. "Time was when you couldn't see Pierce Arrows, Lincoln, Packards and Cads for so many Fords and Cheveys. Now you can't see the later for the former. In fact a Ford or Chevy is a curiosity. He stated, as he himself a former Ford customer, headed his smart looking Essex coupe south to join his waiting wife at home.
We are wondering why the dancing king known as "Stepin Fetcht" has discarded his rear end sign on the Cad, hired a chauffeur and now reposes in the back seat? We presume it quite a pleasure ordering James or George to drive this or that place.
Whose sport Packard is it with the bull's eye lights that stands in the vacancy of 41st and Central constantly, fenders all dented, and paint missing in places* real life can be imitated. The cool automobile dued to its present status by abuse. Too good a lack and too much money invested to hang around a conspicuous
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(Eitorial by Alex Thompson, Jr.)
Fitness, physical, mental and moral, depends fundamentally on health. This means not only the avoidance of diseases and defects but positive abundant health—prime condition of mind an body. Every young man in America, to be worthy of the heritage left him by the heroes of the battlefield should know the laws of physical and mental efficiency and live up to them. Keeping fit for America's task in the new world is the present obligation on every youth of the land.
To be really physically fit is not enough to be tree from disabling defects. Many men were rejected from the army simply because of "poor physique." You must be in good general condition all the time if you want to win out. To achieve the maximum of physical and mental efficiency you must adopt three common sense measures.
The first of these is sufficient exercise of the right kind. Reading the sporting page, yelling in the grandstand and watching the baseball bulletin boards may be enjoyable, but will never make a man vigorous. He must himself take daily exercise. Hiking, baseball, rowing, swimming and canoeing, skating in the open air, tennis, team games, general gymnasium work, boxing and wrestling where the air is fresh, are among the most beneficial forms of exercise. Any useful work using the big muscles actively is as good as sports.
Your daily exercise should be vigorous enough to cause you to perspire freely. This helps the body to throw off certain waste products which, if allowed to accumulate, wil act as poisons. After exercising take a shower, because a shower is better than a bath tub. A bath and a rube down should produce a healthy glow of the body and a general feeling or well being. Second, sleep in the fresh air, work as much as possible, and be sure to have the indoor air kept fresh during the day. Fresh air is almost a cureall. It is usually more valuable than any quantity of medicine.
In the third pace you need at least eight hours' sleep every night—how many really get eight hours' sleep regularly? A man can get along with less but he cannot keep himself in the best possible physics and mental condition. If you can possibly keep from doing it, do not lie in bad after waking, but jump out, bathe, and dress immediately.
CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Friendship Baptist—Pastor, Rev. Carter:
The church is having Men's Day on Sunday, March 17, from 11:00 A.M. to 7:30 P.M. At 11:00 A.M. Dr. Carter will speak from the subject "The Nobility of Christian Manhood."
There will be mass meeting at the church at 3:00 P.M. At 7:30 P.M. Rev. S. M. Curtis, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church, Watts, will speak. At the evening service Capt. Reynolds has prepared a wonderful program, consisting of solos, Men's Chorus and Quartott numbers. After the morning service, the men are serving a chicken dinner in the dining hall.
World Friendship School—The World Friendship School of the A. M. E. Church, on Holly and Vernon street, finished its seven weeks' course. The class was instructed by Mrs. O'Della T. Whittaker, wife or Dr. J. T. Whittaker. Mrs. Whittaker, a very efficient instructor, has made a thorough study of the course and has been the instructor for two years. The members of the class were: Miss Vivian Ridley, Mrs. J. A. Sullivan, Mrs. Kate Weathers, Mrs. Trimpy Griffin, Mrs. Fannie Furrows, Mrs. M. Kinchlow, Mrs. Sissie Sylman, Mrs. C. M. Lewis, Mrs. Kelly Ivory, Mrs. J. D. Turner, Mrs. Crevie Credit, Mrs. Bell Ridley, Mrs. Augusta McCally, Mrs. Mimie Strickland, Mr. Chas, H. Grasham, Mrs. Francis Parker, Mrs. Elizabeth Trent, Miss Elizabeth Wash and Mr. Earl Turner. Out of this class of nineteen there were eight of them that were very outstanding in the rwlk and attendance. These persons were: Mrs. Frances Parker, Mrs. Augusta McColly, Mrs. Bell Ridley, Mrs. Crevie Credit, Mrs. C. M. Sylman, Mrs. C. M. Lewis, Mrs. Kily Ivory and Mrs. J. W Turner.
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On Thursday, March 14, the Negroes of Pasadena will have a chance to elect and put into office, for the first time, a Negro City Director, Mr. Clarence Jones, an attorney of Los Angeles who has been living in our city for seven years. Mr. Jones is running for a city director. We are hoping that the Esgro voting citizens of Pasadena will rally to the polls and vote for the first time for a Negro representative.
N. A. A. C. P.
The Junior Division of the N. A. A. C. P. is planning a Declaration Contest, for May the 9th. There will be four competitors, one from each of the following Junior and Senior High School—Washington, McKinley, Muir Tech and the Pasadena High School.
The competitors must be those who have not entered a contest before. Ten minutes will be given for each speech. A loving cup will be given for the first prize, and a silver metal for the second prize.
Mr. John Stephens, of 44 Dayton St., a member of the Pasadena High School was awarded high point man of this year's track team. He placed first in the 100-yard lash, hurdles, and broad jump. His time and score being —100 yd, 10.1; hurdles, 26.7; broad jump, 21.7. Stephens also placed third in the A. A. U. meet at the Coliseum on last Saturday afternoon. The school is very proud of Mr. Stephens and the Negro students are especially proud of him.
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The High School club of the "R" played a basketball game with the Los Angeles, 12:24 Street Center Girls, at our "Y" building on Marengo and Union street, on last Saturday evening. Our girls were defeated 15 to 9, but both teams played a very good game. The Pasadena players were as follows: Miss Norma / Hughes; Miss Madlen Hughes; Miss Geneva Stocks; Miss Rosein DePries; Miss Anna Hawkins; Miss Mary Hawkins; Miss Tora May Walker; Miss Juanita Walker.
After the game Miss Edna Porch of Alasandro Place opened her home and gave a party for the players. All of the guests and players recorded a lovely evening.
JUBILEE SINGERS
The Williams' Jubilee Singers, will give a program at the McKinley High School Auditorium on Tuesday, March 26. The singers are entertaining in behalf of the Brotherhood of the Friendship Baptist Church.
ATHLETICS
The Comrales of the Friendship Baptist Church will play basketball with the Twenty-eighth Street "Y" boys of Los Angeles, at our own "Y" building on Marengo street, March 15.
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"I am basing my candidacy on the record I have made in representing the Tenth District," said Councilman Ingram. "During the two years I have served the people records show standards of living have been raised, traffic congestion relieved, and street improvements obtained without any special assessments. I have been vigorously opposed to overlapping assessments and mean to fight them vigorously." Councilman Ingram is a member of the American Legion, the Elks, and the Masonic Order and has the support of the Church and civic bodies in this district, his supporters say.
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Recently there has gone out through the entire civilized land, from America to Europe, and even to Asia a great storm or protest against the organized ignorance of the public concerning the so-called "unmenionable" subjects which are materially affecting the physical and moral well being of the human race. Freely, we discuss diphtheria, its causes, prevention, and cure. And as a result the death rate therefrom has decreased marvelously. Openly, and without dissembling, we talk of smallpox, its revages and the prophylactic action of vaccination. Thus this once mighty scourge has been reduced to a relatively mild infection, with a proportionately small death rate. So it is that thru knowledge and thru public that a myriad of general diseases have had their terror decreased, and the fury of their revages abated.
FORMED A LEAGUE WITH:
IGNORANCE
But syphilis and gonorrhoea have formed a league with ignorance to bind the people in their spell until all civilization is infected and securely fastened in their clutches.
On investigation we find that the increase of syphilis and gonorrhoea in civilized countries within the past few centurions has been alarming. It is stated that one out of every eight persons in France has syphilis. According to a report of the U. S. Navy "sphilis and gonorrhoea appear among the six leading causes of sickness and of debility among all dieseases. In cases but as a cause of sick days, and syphilis stool second among all accuses of disability as expressed by sick days". With these facts before us it is not
With an enviable record of having kept every campaign promise made, Councilman E. Snapper Ingram today appealed to the Colored Voters of the Tenth Councilmanic District for their support at the Primaries, May 7th.
Overlapping assessments have been eliminated, police and fire protection improved, and living conditions in general elevated during Mr. Ingram's term in office, according to leading colored taxpayers in this district.
hard to agree with Dr. J. G. Royse,
"that syphilis is the worst disease
pleague of humanity, and one of which
it is no exaggeration to say that it
truly threatens the very existence of
the human species."
Is it strange then that in view of such facts, that great men and women all over the country are devoting time and effort to the pulling off of the cover and of placing the discussion of gonorrhoea right along beside the discussion of other infectious and contagious diseases. It is notable that Dr. George Parrish of our own Health Department is taking a leading role in this city and writing freely in language intended for the education of the laity on this tremendously important subject. It is the strong language used by Dr. Parrish in discussing gonorrhoea and syphilis. "In the first place", he says, "a FALSE SENSE OF MODESTY prevents the free discussion or these cases by both the health authorities and the NEWS PAPERS. This being the case behind closed doors. The dilefult results of these diseases should be made plain to every young man and woman. They should be told these things in simple understandable language. NOTHING SHOULD BE HIDDEN. The doors must be opened; the lights turned on; and a general EDUCATIONAL campaign started which will inform the public of the cause, the spread, and the devastating effects of these most dreadful of all human ills. Syphilis does share toward filling the insane asylums; it leaves millions deformed and maimed. Gonorrhoea is responsible for much of the blindness in the world. It is also the direct cause of a large part of the surgery done on women. Sterility is traced to both diseases. A woman generally pays when she contracts gonorrhoea. "All fear diphtheria, none fear syphilis, and yet the latter is a Scourge compared to the former."
compared to the former."
So as we talk on this, and other "forbidden" subjects, we with the foregoing notables men and women feel that the end justifies the means used, and make no apology for 'speaking plainly. When we tear the mask of "say-nothin-about-me" from syphilis and gonorrhoeas, as we shall do in the talks' which will follow, and they ap
NEW YORK, N. Y., March 20. (By The Associated Negro Press) From across the North River on the Jersey side comes the scandal brought to light by Dr. F. L. Golden, a white columnist of the Jersey Journal, which has resulted in the suspension of a Police Lieutenant and a Grand Jury investigation of the charges preferred against him by a colored woman, Mrs. Doris Geter.
So caustic was the editorial that the police immediately took a hand. Investigation revealed a cordial story resulting in charges against the lieutenant, a married man with a record of thirteen years police service.
Not the least startling high spots of the testimony was revealed when it became known, that, although the attempted assault occurred sometime Christmas and New Year's, and both Lieutenant Frank Meehan and Captain Edward O'Connor had full knowledge of the incident, neither of them had reported it, either to Inspector Phillip Leonard, in command of the inspection district or to Chief of Police Battersby or to Commissioner Beggans.
The testimony revealed that on this uncertain date, Mrs. Geter and her husband, who reside at 24 Edge Avenue, an argument early in the morning. The woman, who is the mother of two children and about to bear another, declares she was struck by her husband, Rushing out of the house she went to the Police Station to swear out a warrant against Mr. Geter. Arriving at the station, she was met by Lieutenant Dugan, the officer now under suspension, who questioned her on the case, Dugan, Mrs. Geter says, listened to her story. She declared she did not want her husband arrestel, merely wanted him scared so he would not strike her again. Several men sitting around are alleged to have heard the story.
pear in the hideous forms which honestly are theirs, then young men and young women will not be so quick to yield themselves as ready victims to these two deadly enemies who yearly claim their thousands—because, IGNORANCE has been used as a symbol for INNOCENCE and FALSE MODESTY a symbol for VIRTUE.
Commissioner Beggans, constructing the case questioned Mrs. Geter. She told how, after being informed that she could get no redress against her husband at that station as she should have gone to another, the lieutenant, who was sitting behind the desk, walked out in front of the desk to where she was standing. The cops left the room in the meantime. The police officer then told her she was "a nice girl," and that "he couldn't see how her husband could do anything like that." The lieutenant, according to the young woman's signed statement, attempted to make a date with her.
She testified that she told the man she was not in the habit of making dates with men. The desk officers, she stated, then told her to "come to the back room; I want to talk to you."
Mrs. Geter described the "back room", which was Captain O'Conner's private office, containing a couch and clothes lockers, Here, Mrs. Gater says, Lieutenant Dugan subjected her to familiarities and indignities. He stopped when two officers entered the station. Mrs. Geter then declared she forced her way out or the office into the front room where she fled to her home.
Arriving there, she found her husband asleep, but he woke when she entered the room. She told her husband the story and immediately he took her back to the station house, where he threatened to beat up the Lieutenant. The latter then order Geter held for creating a disturbance.
The police officer denied any attempts at familiarity with Mrs. Geter and sought to placate the frate husband. But, when he found nothing could be done in this manner, he went into conference with two other officers who advised the holding of the pair.
It had been previously reported that Gilbert Brown, under of Mrs. Geter, a city employee and Democratic leader in Jersey City had been called to settle the affair by offering his niece money and sending her away on a trip. Brown is on the city pay-roll at a salary of $4,000 a year. In his statement, Dr. Golden asserts that Brown was called in to see the woman and asked to exert his influence in having her withdraw the charges she started to prefer. He had no knowledge of the woman's identity until he arrived at the station house.
Both Brown and Geter deny that any money was spent to hush the matter, however, investigators have the case in hand and are going forward with their work on the case. All concerned are prominently identified with colored Jersey City society. Brown being Mayor Hague's right hand man in the colored districts. Lieutenant Dugan is married and
Friday, March 15, 1929
The Labor Conference idea is practically a new one for our people. It appears that the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and the Labor Conference Citizens Committee has struck a note that is going to become very popular among our group. The method of selecting experienced individuals to assemble together and discuss intelligently subjects relating to our interest and welfare with the idea of drawing therefrom certain rules and principles to be used in our programs of development seems to offer a splendid outlook for successful achievements. As a means also of focusing the attention, or various groups upon the problems of the workers in general and certain movements in particular, this method is again very objective. The response of Los Angeles generally to the Labor Conference Program is an indication that we have reached the stage where we can intelligently consider and direct our forces toward organization and group.
Elder E.M. Wilson, Overseer Church of God in Christ, will speak Monday night March 18th, at Young People's Interdenominational meeting, Saints Church, 20th and Hooper Ave.
A. PHILIP RANDOLPH GREAT ASSET TO THE RACE
The Pullman Porters movement is not only destined to be a great thing for the Pullman Porters by the winning by this organization of a Charter in the American Federation of Labor begins a new era for all workers of our race, and we are practically all workers. The Accompailments of this organization through their General Organizer, A. Philip Randolph, not only benefits all of our people in this way, but in another important manner. Mr. Randolph personally is proving a benefit to the race. He has made three speeches since coming to our City before white audiences in each of which he stressed the justice and necessity of our people being given a fair deal with regard to matter of employment.
These speeches before the Friday Morning Club. The Laymens Forum of the Unitarian Church, and the City Club were all very favorably received, and if the enthusiasm expressed at the conclusion of each speech is any indication, the influence of these organizations will hereafter be on the side of justice and fair play our people.
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Friday, March 15, 1929
MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH
REV. L. M. CURTIS, Pastor
The Sunday School had its regular session, with few in attendance, owing to the very inclement weather. The lesson was taught by Rev. L. M. Curtis, Mrs. Mammie Pope and daughter were among the visitors and we were delighted to have them. The Sunday school is making great preperation for Easter. The Supt. Mr. Knox is still striving to have the best Sunday School in the City, and the membership is increasing every Sunday.
The 11 O'Clock services were very good. The pastor gave a very interesting lecture using for his subject, "Opportunity." This was a wonderful lesson and so well outlined by the pastor. Points were so clearly demonstrated to us that we readily saw where we were neglecting many opportunities when we could do good to those that are less fortunate than we are. In many of the beautiful expression used by the Pastor, this one noticed particularly, "What ever your talent is, use it to the best of your ability and knowledge. Do not feel because you can't dig the big things you think the other fellow is doing, your efforts are invain, but do the very best with your talent and your reward will be just as great."
The B. Y. P. U. had their regular period, with the president presiding. The lesson was review by our visiting friend and borer, Mr. Brown. The review was very brief and full of information. 7:40 brought us to our closing services for the day. The weather being still disagreeable, made our congreation some what small, but intense interest was shown through out the services. After the services the Pastor announced the doors ajar and one came forward and united with us Mrs. Flemings was a former member and is now renewing her covenant & comes to resume her former duties of the church, and we welcome her. The Junior Church is progressing nicely and the Pastor is working earnestly and patiently with the youngsters. There will be usual services at our church. We are expecting a large crowd. There will be baptising also. Every one is invited to attend our services and know in cordial welcome awaits you in Macaulia.
GRANT CHAPEL A, M. E. CHURCH
REV. T. F. JONES, Pastor
The inclementy of the weather kept a portion of the usual congregation away from the service Sunday Morning. The Pastor gave a short exhortation from the 3rd Psalm, after which the congregation joined in a testimony meeting which was very inspired indeed. The Pastor and some of the members of Grant Chapel attended the afternoon meeting at the 2nd A, M. E. Church on 3rd Street. At the evening service the church was filled. Rev. Jelt, evangelist preached a wonderful sermon. At the close of the service Dr. and Mrs. Jeltz again thanked the people of South Los Angeles for the many kindnesses shown them. Reports on the Building Fund were postponed until this Sunday night. Each group leader is asked to make her report as large as possible. The Pastor will preach at both services. Worship with us next Sunday.
FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
REV. A. P. RAMSEY. Pastor
Although weather conditions were bad Sunday, March 10th a wonderful service was enjoyed at the Friendship Baptist Church by those attending. The message was delivered in the morning and evening by pastor. The Sunday School held a lively session, also the superintendent Miss Irmia Ramsay is striving hard to make this a fron line School. The missionary meetings under the leadership of Mrs. E. L. Harrison are doing remarkable work. A dinner will be given by the missionary workers March 29 in the evening at 1807 East 104th Street. The prices will be reasonable and every one is invited. The E. Y. P. President, Mrs. P. Moore is also bring her Union up to rank with any other Union in Los Angeles. It would be appreciated if everyone who possible could, would come out and see what the young people at Friendship are doing in the Union. Meetings are held Sunday Evenings at G O'Clock.
The Sons and Daughters of Honor met on the 7th. The meeting was very interesting, and all pronounced it one of the best meetings yet held.
The Court and Star organizations are preparing for their annual sermons which will be held on Palm Sunday.
The Son of Mrs. J. Gilbert on So. Compton Avenue who has been ill with Pneumonia for several days is much improved.
Mrs. Carter on East 415th Street has suffered a nervous brake down. Her friends wish for her speedy recovery.
Mrs. B. Washington on East 115 Street has taken her children to the city to remain indefinitely on account of the illness of the Grand Mother, Mrs. Lucy Saunders.
Mrs. Ware was a visitor in South Los Angeles recently and expressed herself as being highly pleased with the wonderful improvement being made in this community.
Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Garrett have moved to their new home near East 103 Street.
Rev and Mrs. W. Price 1646 East 114 Street ..... making a number of improvements on their home which will add much to the beauty of the
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Mr. Nathaniel Harding is building a beautiful Stucco home on his property on East 109th Street.
Mrs. Larry Saunders on East 115th Street, who has ben ill for some time is much improved.
Mr. Leo Buford will soon open a 108 and Compton Avenue; and he will cleaning and pressing plant on East appreciate the patronage of his many friends and the public in general.
Several young people from South Los Angeles attended the A. A. U. Track meet at the Coliseum Saturday. John Hale was ne of the contestants representing Lincoln High School.
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The House hold of Ruth Circle No 5408 and the Peter Ogden Lodge No 11142 will give a chicken dinner at the home of Mrs Katie Daniels, 1413 E. 108 Street. beginning at five o'clock on Saturday afternoon, March 16.
Mrs. E. O. Adams, 2114 East 112th Street was hostess at a dinner Sunday at 11 a.m. in honor of her churcher Glavis Adams who was quietly married to Mr. Rayon Burgrass. A reception will be held later. The guest departed after declaring Mrs. Adams a splendid hostess.
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Although young in years Mr. Floyd Covington, Executive Secretary of the local Urban League is giving a practical demonstration in the administration of his position by the act of bringing to pass and opening up avenues for the employment of our group which promise to be far reaching indeed.
This young man went forth and qualified himself as an operator of garment making machinery and in turn taught the same to others. As a result the women of our group in this section have gained a new opening in the industrial field. Eight have been employed as regular operators already and as they continue to qualify their tribe will increase.
Therefore we appreciate the presence in our midst of a young man who has already proved his worth and we can truly hail him as a producer.
PREJUDICE AND HATE
If one would read the Los Angeles Examiner and fail to get any further insight into the Bell Cement proposition, they would brand the proposition as one which was a menace designated for the manufacturing of prejudice. At this profession the Los Angeles Examiner is a past master. To stir up prejudice and hatred seems to be its mission. Of course for this no doubt the owner has a reason and nobody knows this reason excepting the publisher himself. We have heard of quite a few, but we give credit to the publisher for knowing the reason which underlies his attack of hate and prejudice better than any other person.
We happen not to be among those who have been weighted down with gold from any angle of the proposition, but we are of those who despise and depreciate any assault upon the grounds of hate and prejudice.
We are part of a group which has been held down for centuries by just such bunk as the Examiner exudes when it hasn't any ground on which to stand. Without knowing anything about the other side the fact that this particular journal is going into hysterics over it is suffice for us to know that it is a personal proposition pure and simple with said newspaper.
It is related the immortal Lincoln when practicing law in Illinois, went to trial with one of his cases and found he had no evidence; he was resourceful, however, and made the notation, "Skin the Defendant." Therefore in this situation of the cement proposition it is apparent that the great Hearst publication must raise cain and claim everybody is tainted excepting itself, so as to arouse the people to frenzy based on prejudice and hate.
To say the least this is bad business and should be frowned upon.
EVERYBODY BENEFITS
The proposition of "trading at home" has been too often construed for the benefit of the merchant alone. There is no greater economic fallacy. The merchant may go in the first or primary benefit; the result may show up first in his own cash register; but by no means is the business man the sole heir of local patronage. We are all "business" people. It is a broad term and includes all who toil or add anything to the total of human welfare.
The merchant, the banker, the farmer, the housewife, the teacher, the preacher, the lawyer, the doctor, the laborer, the contractor—in short, "the butcher, the baker, the candlestick maker"—are all in the same class when it comes to making Los Angeles what it should be. As any one of these trades or professions prospers, the rest of the community benefits indirectly. It means more savings, more bank deposits and more business.
We are living in an age of keen competition with the big cities. That the large city has its advantages and accommodations, all will admit. But it also has its disadvantages. If life is to survive in its fullness and richness and culture in the suburban and rural sections, and in the smaller cities and towns of this country, the economic side of the question must be given first consideration. Without economic prosperity all would have to move out.
The business of the people of Los Angeles is to do business here, if it can be done with reason and to advantage. And we believe it can. Every dollar spent in Los Angeles makes it that much easier for the other fellow to spend his money here and the community dividends are ever cumulative. Investing in your home town is like getting compound interest, with the privilege to cash in on the principal.
CONQUERING NATURE
Since man's beginning he has waged an unceasing battle to subject nature to his will and wish. Though the battle has now waged for thousands of years, nature is still the master of man.
Victory is not yet in sight for man but his advance, though slow, is unchecked. Nature may never be entirely under the control of man, who is actually a part of nature, but her many elements are being subdued one by one.
Man's greatest struggle with nature has been the prolongation of human life, a thing over which nature for ages held complete and uncontested sway. Science, medicine, education and sanitation as conceived by the genius of the human mind, are successfully driving back the forces of nature toward the lengthening of the average span of life. On the basis of the progress made in the last three decades toward prolongation of human life we can hope to have an average life span of three-quarters of a century within the net 30 years.
The automobile, the railroad, the airship, the telegraph and the radio are exemplifications of man's conquest of nature. Astronomy and archaeology—man's science—have brought within his ken the universe and the past.
Anything man can think of he can do if he works at it long enough. We have abolished the plagues and devastating epidemics of our early history and we shall abolish the diseases which take their toll of human life today. Nature is surrendering to man inch by inch and is making man greater for the struggle. When the time comes—if it should—when man no longer has to struggle for supremacy the decay of the human mind will be swift and sure.
A NEVER-ENDING WAR
Ordinary rules of sanitation in the home and by municipalities are saving the lives of thousands of Americans annually and making virulent epidemics almost unheard of. How many people a few years ago knew that malaria germs were spread by the mosquito. and that many disease
germs were broadcast by the common housefly? No greater in number than these were those who realized the efficiency of screens, covered garbage cans, clean yards and the elimination of stagnant water in exterminating the mosquito and the fly.
A fly in the house is a sign of careless housekeeping in this era of swat-the-fly. It is only in the poorest tenement districts and the squalid home of the mountaineer that the housefly is still given free rein to taint food and carry disease germs from person to person. Neither is the mosquito permitted to inject his malaria germs into the veins of every sleeping human.
To successfully combat the fly and the mosquito, the campaign should be launched early in the year. But the battle against summer's pestiferous purveyors of disease must not stop with preventatives. Debris must not be permitted to accumulate, garbage cans must be kept tightly closed at all times and screens must be kept in repair. And the fly swatter must be kept in daily use.
"Where there is no vision the people keepeth the law, happy is he." William T. the United States Supreme Court, who had office to Herbert Hoover offered the Bible chapter of Proberbs, his lips touched those truly the President of the United States. our previous presidents taken up the reins of more flattering auspices. Unless some unf
The ties that bind are golf links.
A fetching costume is any costume that will fetch a man.
Many of the fashionable divorce suits show yellow streaks.
Most funny bones are in the elbow, but some go to the head.
Perhaps they keep on making new laws because the old ones are broken.
By careful selection, civilized man is gradually improving the quality of all animals except folks.
In the wicked old days you could be a good host without knowing anything about first aid measures.
CONGRESSMAN CRAIL STRONG FOR NATIONAL NEGRO MEMORIAL
"MR. JOE BASS, Publisher,
"The California Eagle,
"Los Angeles, California.
"My Dear Joe: No doubt before this letter reaches you you will know that the bill for the creation of a national memorial as a tribute to the Negro's contribution to the achievements of America passed the House today by the splendid vote of 248 yeas to 86 noes. A copy of the bill and of the report thereon is enclosed herewith for your information.
"As a member of the Committee of the House which considered this bill and favorably reported it to the House with a recommendation that it do pass, I take considerable pleasure and some pride in the fact that it met such popular favor in the House.
With assurances of personal regards to yourself and Mrs. Bass, I am,
"Sineerely and cordially yours,
'JOE CRAIL."
S. J. Res. 132
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
December 11, 1928
Referred to the Committee on Public Buildings and Grounds
JOINT RESOLUTION
To create a commission to secure plans and designs for and to erect a memorial building for the National Memorial Association (Incorporated), in the city of Washington, as a tribute to the Negro's contribution to the achievements of America.
Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That a commission is hereby created, composed of fifteen members of whom the Director of Public Buildings and Public Parks of the National Capital, the Supervising Architect of the Treasury, and the Architect of the Treasury, and the Architect of the Capitol shall be ex-officio members, the twelve additional members to be appointed by the President, to be known as National Memorial Commission, to procure and determine upon a location, plans, and designs for a memorial building suitable for meetings of patriotic organizations, public ceremonial events, the exhibition of art and inventions, and placing statues and tablets, for the National Memorial Association (Incorporated), in the city of Washington, as a tribute to the Negro's contribution to the achievements of America.
SEC. 2. That the construction of the memorial herein and hereby authorized shall be upon such site as shall be determined by the commission herein created and approved by the Commission of Fine Arts, and said construction shall be entered upon as speedily as practicable after the plan and design therefor is determined and approved by the Commission of Fine Arts, and shall be prosecuted to completion, under the direction of said commission and the supervision of the Director of Public Buildings and Public Parks of the National Capital, under a contract or contracts as may be authorized to be entered into by said commission in a total sum not less than $500,000, which sum shall be provided by voluntary contributions, under auspices of the National Memorial Association (Incorporated), in accordance with plans to be authorized by said commission.
SEC. 3. That in the discharge of its duties herein, said commission is hereby authorized to employ the services of such artists, sculptors, architects, and others as it shall determine to be necessary, and avail itself of the services or advice of the Commission of Fine Arts, the Office of Public Buildings and Public Parks of the National Capital, the Supervising Architect of the Treasury, and the Architect of the Capitol.
SEC. 4. That vacancies occurring in the membership of the commission shall be filled by appointment by the President of the United States.
SEC. 5. That to defray the necessary expenses of the commission herein created, and the cost of procuring plans and designs, site, and other incidentals necessary to the construction for a memorial building as herein provided, there is hereby authorized to be appropriated, out of any funds available in the United States Treasury, a sum not exceeding $50,000, to be available when the sum of $500,000 shall have been collected and paid into the hands of the National Memorial Association (Incorporated), for purposes in this Act provided.
SEC. 6. That said commission shall from time to time submit to Congress a detailed statement as to the progress of the work.
Passed the Senate May 28 (calendar day, May 29), 1928.
Attest: EDWIN P. THAYER, Secretary.
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COMMENTS
BY: W. J. WHEATON
"Where there is no vision the people perish; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he." William Taft, Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, who had given the oath of office to Herbert Hoover offered the Bible opened at the 29th chapter of Proberbs, his lips touched those words, and he was truly the President of the United States. Seldom has any of our previous presidents taken up the reins of government under more flattering auspices. Unless some unforseen problem of a weighty character involves the nation the Ship of State should have no over turbulent sea. Even should a tempest arise, we have unswerving faith in the skill and wisdom of our Pilot. Mr. Hoover made mention of racial atrocities. For which we are thankful. We are glad he had the good taste to refrain from the useless platitudes which have meant nothing. We believe that his silence on that question means that, at last, we have an executive who knows no distinction in the citizenship of this cosmopolitan nation, but that recognition of citizenship will be based on loyalty to the government and obedience to constituted authority, and that every one is an AMERICAN CITIZEN. And regardless of race, creed or color of the skin, must have the full protection of constituted authority—THE LAW. We hope for the best.
No Democracy can long endure where caste exists. President Hoover has had an experience which fell to the lot of few—if any—of his predecessors. He has had the personal experience of observing the governments where the taint of "Nordic superiority" has not taken root. He has been shown the courtesies of governments where texture of the hair or tint of the skin was no barrier to preferment, but ability was the open sesame. The President, Herbert Hoover, is an observant man. His contacts have been an enlightenment. He is going to be a President for ALL OF THE PEOPLE—Black, White, Grizzled or Grey; no favors will be extended. His inaugural speech presages it. It is going to hurt some the "Group's" professional expounders. They will try to make capital out of the omission of the "race question; crime of lynching" and the many other questions (?) with which they have agitated. They have brought naught but platitudes, to use the words of the street: "Bunk." Mr. Hoover's predecessor in office was a past master in buncombe. The leaders threw up their hats and cheered whenever he said something such as "Lynching must cease" or similar phrase. Then the persons to which the words were supposed to be addressed would show their contempt by the lynching or burning of another Negro. We firmly believe that DEEDS NOT WORDS will be the acts of President Herbert Hoover.
The fight of the city of San Francisco for control of its harbor came up for a vote in the Assembly and San Francisco won the first skirmish. The assembly voting 47 to 26 in favor of the measure. The state administration was, and is, against the measure and the prediction is that there will be a bitter contest in that body over senate concurrence. Assemblyman Hornblower led the San Francisco forces. The opposition was led by Assemblyman West of the city of Sacramento. The vote showed that the Farm Bloc in the Assembly was favorable to the transfer. The Los Angeles delegation, with one or two exceptions, voted for the bill. It was brought out in debate that New Orleans and San Francisco harbors were the only two important ports in the United States under state control. Assemblyman Bernard in announcing his vote made use of the description in the New Testament of the raising of Lazarus. He paralleled it by using the words of the Master, who said, "Loose him and let him go." Give to the people of San Francisco the right to control their "Front Door." Loose them and let them go. Next to the Judge Hardy impeachment, control of San Francisco's water front promises to hold the spotlight of the legislative
Passing the assembly with such enthusiastic approbation proponents of the San Francisco Harbor bill felt quite elated and prophesied that the bill would be in the hands of the Governor for his signature or veto. But they had reckoned without considering the Senate. The bill was smothered in committee and bids to die there as the vote was 6-3. The administration has been opposed to the measure, and it might have given rise to a very embarrassing situation had it been sent to the desk of the Governor. As it is the controversy has created a very peculiar political situation. Ex-Governor Richardson vetoed the measure and gained the political enmity of San Francisco and environs. Senator Roy Fellom, San Francisco, attempted to call the bill from committee, but, seemingly, has given up the task as hopeless. No one questions the efficient manner by which the state controls the harbor of San Francisco, but neither should anyone question the ability of San Francisco to competently manage their "Front Door" entrance and exit. There is vast difference in the conditions which existed in 1866 and 1929.
At the meeting of the Federation of Labor hel din Miami, Florida, considerable interest was displayed in the wide-spread increase in the unemployment of men who have reached the age of forty years. Group insurance has been blamed for much of the tendency to "ditch" the men who have reached that age, as employers have their premiums based on the average age of the men insured. Therefore, favoring the younger men. The average man of forty is right in the prime of his industrial production. Generally, he is a man with family and with the present wage and cost of living, has poor chance to have laid aside any considerable amount against the day when he can no longer work. The rearing of a family with the incidental expenses has inhibited his saving. Why then should a man in the prime of life and at the height of his industrial production be denied employment? Group insurance is paternalistic and the employer seeks to pay as little for his paternalism as possible. A State monopoly of workmen's compensation insurance would, doubtless, remove the evil as it would not be operated for profit, while the system which permits private companies to write such insurance operates for profit.
The budding revolution in Mexico is regretable. Coming so soon after the restoration of the temporal power of the Vatican it cannot fail to cause unfavorable comment. While it would be unethical and poor diplomacy to connect the uprising with religion it will cause a reversion of sentiment which will alienate the sympathy of nations which separate church and state. War, with all of its pernicious appendages, is the result of uprisings as the one now threatening the peace of Mexico, and it is to be hoped that the spark will be deadened before it spreads and creates a conflagration.
Friday, March 15, 1929
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Louisville, Ky., March 14—Albon L. Holsey, Secretary of the National Negro Business League, was here this week attending the National Conference of Executives or the Grocery Industry. The conference was held Monday and Tuesday at the Brown Hotel and was sponsored by the U. S. Department of Commerce and the Board of Directors of the Louisville Grocery Survey.
With the rapid spread of the chain stores, manufacturers and wholesale grocers are finding it increasingly important to preserve as far as possible, the independent grocers which have survived. In order to do this, the whole structure of distribution must be adjusted to meet the situation which has been created by the chain store system. Louisville was selectively selected to trade in its entirety and the findings of this study will be the basis of a new program for wholesale grocers and retailers.
When interviewed, Mr. Holsey said: "For a number of years the National Negro Business League has been urging our retail merchants to organize themselves into local units for cooperative buying and cooperative advertising. At the present time, we are successfully working out the cooperative experiment in such a way as to increase their profits and at the same time meet chain store competition. With our Montgomery experience, we can extend these local units into all cities where there are ten or more Negro grocers, if accepted the invitation to attend the conference in Louisville because of the opportunity it afforded me to learn at first hand how white business is meeting the new problems of distribution and at the same time to discuss our plans with some of the executives whose interests are closest related to Negro retail channels. I was gratified to find these men, only sympathetic. In league with them consented to address the next annual session of the League which will be held in Indianapolis."
Among the leaders of American business men who spoke on the Conference program were: Dr. Frank M. Surface, U. S. Department of Commerce; T. F. Branham, President, National Wholesale Grocers Association; John Coode, President, National Retail Grocers Association; F. M. Peiker, Director, Associated Business Papers; Carl Dipman, Editor, Progressive Brocer; and William Butterworth, President, U. S. Chamber of Commerce.
On Tuesday, evening, the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity of Louisville and members of the Colored Business Association joined in tendering Mr. Holley a smoker.
(By: A. N. P.)
New York, Mar. 14.—Jewish College students outshine other nationalities in their class work, according to an investigation made by Prof. Henry E. Garrett of Columbia University, which is reported in the Personnel Journal. Garrett studied the differences between 296 representative freshmen at Columbia, and found that the Jewish students are far superior both in intelligence test scores and in classroom grades. Students of Italian ancestry do better work than would be expected from their intelligence ratings, whereas with the Irish students just the reverse is the case.
"Classified as to religion, the Hebrew students rank higher than the Catholics and Protestants." Professor Garrett reported. "There were no significant differences between Catholics and Protestants." May he be the cause of the superiority of the Hebrew students, he suggests, but apart from this there are two other possible contributing causes:
"In the first place, it is very probable that the preparation of those Jews who apply for admission to Columbia College is on the whole better than that of the other applicants. Secondly the standards or criteria for admission are probably somewhat higher for Jewish students."
Mother Perishes With Child
(By The Associated Negro Press)
Waverly, Teen., March 14.—A mother who had "passed through the shadow of death" in order that her child might live, gave her life her Friday in the egort to save her offspring from flames that completely destroyed the family domicile.
The heroic mother was Mrs. Tishie Spicer and the tragedy occurred when a fire was discovered in the house in which lived her sister in law, Mrs. Mollie Spicer, Mrs. Tishie Spicer first discovered the fire and ran to warn the entire household. When she reached the room of her two year old daughter, it was almost a mass of flames. Rushing into the veritable furnace to save her baby, Mrs. Spicer was overcome and perished with her babe. The Spicer home was the finest home owned by Negroes in the city and many citizens have expressed the opinion that the loss of the house and the tragedy could have been averted had there been a fire plug nearby.
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BY ALICE DUNBAR NELSON
(For The Associated Negro Press)
The New York Times had a color complex last Sunday in its special sections. The Dramatic section feature a review of the new play, "Harlem", dramatized from Wallace Thurman's novel, "The Blacker the Berry", and a splendid illustration on the inner page completed the article. J. Brooks Akkinson, the dramatic critic, did not feel so happy after his visit to the A pollo Theatre and "Harlem", and a perusal of the novel left an inubitably bad taste in his mouth—wherein we are in heartiest accord with Mr. Atkinson. Have not seen the play, but if it is a faithful dramatization of the book, Heaven forlorn. When Mr. Thurman grows up, he is going to be so ashamed of "The Blacker the Berry" that he will want to change his name.
The Book Review section is distinctly dark-hued. There are reviews of "Black America," by Scott Nearing, being his views on economic subjects and the Negro "The Pedro Gorino" by Captain Harry Dean, being "The Adventures of a Negro Sea Captain in Africa, and on the Seven Seas, in His Attempts to Found an Ethiopian Empire. An Autobiographical Narrative. There is also a review of Jesse Burn, and also of the reprint of Chas. Chestnut's "The Conjure, Woman," resurrected after twenty-five years. The reviewer reminds us that no less an authority than J. E. Spingarn, whose text books in English literature are unsurpassed, consults Chestnut, "The first Negro novelist and still the best."
"Flash," is an interesting little mag-azine that come in from the Pacific Coast. It is a miniature Tatler, and very witty and well-edited. It is published at 4105 Central Avenue, and the editors are Fay Jackson-Robinson and James W. McGregor. One particular timely bit is a characterization of Lincoln Perry, known to Film Fans as step N Fetchit. Those who have enjoyed the "talkie," "The Ghost Talks," will remember that long, tall, colored bridegroom, his delicious acting, and the satisfying richness of his voice. He put every other man in the shade and his voice was a revelation or what the talkies will do for Negro film actors.
Dr E. C, L. Adams, whose "Congaree Sketches" were reviewed in this column about a year ago, brings forth a new book, "Nigger to Nigger," Charles Scribner's Books, $2.00).
There will be those who will object to the title but the characters protraed 'run true to form, and we all know that when we gather together, with no Caucasian present, the word "Nigger" drops easily, lightly, and frequently from the lips of even some of the most careful of us. How much more so, then among the untutored and unlettered—the kind who are portrayed in this collection of sketches. They seem slight, emphemeral. They are 8 sections; The Swamps, Nigger, Nigger, Nigger, Rabbit, Ghosts at the Angels, Rabbit, Penguin, Slavey Time, Funeral. Most of the sketches are dialogues between "Tod" (whose right name, we learn from the dedication of the book, is Thaddous Goodson, sportsman, humorist, fatalist, philosopher) and various other characters, often "Scip", and many times, merely an "imperial" "Voice". Between them they tell quaint stories, and inject much homely philosophizing on affairs of the world. Every now and then there is a poem, and at the end
or the book a collection, some of them sermons, or fragments sermons, faintly suggesting some of James Weldon Johnson's "God's Trombones".
Now that is what it appears on the surface, and perhaps there will be many persons who will read "Nigger to Nigger", and see no more than these quiet stories in their eight sections, with the intelpolations of poetry. But as you laugh over the modified Gullah of Tad and Scip and that Mourful Voice, you are conscious of something not quite right—something out of the picture, until it suddenly bursts in upon your soul that you are reading some of the bitterest, satire ever penned by a human being. That under the guise of the ingenuous comments of the characters, the author is paying his respects to that kind of American civilization that lynches, burns, cheats lies and steals when it deals with the Negro.
For instance, there is the poem, "Bannister Bridge", which tells in a stark, ersely beautiful style of the capture of convicts, and how the guards are oftimes fooled by passerby:
'Fooled by a ign nant nigger
Wid de cunnin' of a fox
Cunnin' bred
In de blood an' de bone
For de portfection
Er he race
Cunnin' like dat
Of a beast
Dat run
At the sight of a man,
and again, the poem, "A Prison",
which tells cells to carry the jail
when they are itied by his thumbs,
and let hands by a windlift, and let
hours, while the keepers, "Sets
down, Wid compensation an laugh"
And the woman stripped to the skin
and lashed for flicking a flower.
Again the snarling epithet of "Brass
Ankles" applied to "White, wid a little
tech of yellow; Niggers dat's passed
on up." There is the dialogue "Thirteen
Years", between Tad and Scip,
into which Reverend Hickman and
the Classic Voice are interpolated, which
not been raped, but the accused man
had been in prison thirteen years before
her sick bed confession. "Have
faith, counsels Reverend Hickman.
Eat, counsels Scip, "Faith in what?
Thirteen years er faith. Faith in law,
Faith in God; faith in de everlastin'
gnishment dat would come to this
woman, ef di man had er served he
full time. Faith in de court; faith in
di dariat testify, faith in de sneak-
in' hag dat is tryin' to escape hell fire.
Don't tell me 'bout no faith**** is
you all forget how to laugh? Laugh an
I jine you."
Then, the bitter tale of the innocent Negro killed in a bootlegging raid; the white men freed by the court, because of their war service. The horrible ballad of the lynchers; which tells the now famous Lowman case—a ballad which makes the blood run cold to read it. The sattire of the "Old Mammy" business. Decentful colored folks calls themselves Old Mammy to curry favor with white people; common white crackers talking about their "Old Mammies" in a pretence at aristocracy. The white doctor who treated a colored man's boll by giving his wife a bottle of carbolic acid and telling her to rub it in with a corncob. The conduct of southern courts when a Negro is accused. A sly dlg at Baby Shows, and the reverend gentleman who has been too free with his loving.
"Nigger to Nigger" is as subtle in its appeal, as ingenuous in its innuendo, and as bitterly satirical in its artlessness as the very Negroes whom it describes, it is a breath-taking revelation or a white man's insight into the life and an understanding of the heart of the peasant Negro, who in
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LOS ANGELES GROUP
The Fellowship Dinner for March will be held Monday, March 18th, at 6:30 p. m., in the A. M. E. Zion Church, Pico and Paloma Streets, Paloma is one block west of Central. The ladies of the church will serve one of their excellent chicken dinners (75c). Music will be given by the Post Office Orchestra. Come and bring your friends and enter into the fellowship of the occasion. Dr. A. A. Tanner will speak on "Talks with and about Gandhi". Dr. Tanner has long been concerned in problems of social significance and world unity, and during his travels has had personal acquaintance and interviews with Gandhi; and we are especially glad to hear him on this subject.
Save, the dates, May 2nd-5th for the Pacific Coast Conference of the Fellowship. Many good speakers have already been secured. Main theme: The Unity of the Pacific World. Please send us Now addresses of people in Western states who might be interested to receive notice of the Conference. Also, we still need more funds for Conference expenses. We acknowledge with gratitude contributions already received, and shall appreciate it if others will send in gifts, as much as you can, from a dollar up. C. E. Yereg, Chairman Ethelwyn Mills, Secretary. Make dinner reservations early. Call WAashington 5116 or DRexel 1496.
White Students Sing For Pickens
(By: A. N. P.)
Indianapolis, Ind., March 12—White students, or the Indiana Central College, in Indianapolis, where William Pickens had held lectures and seminars for a school day, came over in a chorus to sing at the Colored Y. M. C. A. "Monster Meeting," when Mr. Pickens was to speak there on Sunday. It is not unusual for colored college students to sing to white meetings, but, in Indiana and Alabama, the reverse is unprecedented, perhaps.
Indiana Central College is co-educational institution of 400 white boys and girls, and one Negro student from Africa.
his ignorance is able to say:
"De Bible言, De Lord watchth de fall of every sparrow, an' I says: 'Why an' He take He eye off sparrow em luh 'om rest some time on bigger game?'
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LOS ANGELES, CAL, FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1929
COMMENTS
(Continued From Page Eight)
The effort of the section of the Republican party in Tennessee termed as "Lily Whites" to discredit the leadership of Robert Church proved a dud. By the confirmation of E. V. Sheely, Church's candidate for postmaster of Memphis, the stronghold of Church on the Party in that State was emphasized. A strong opposition was set up against the senate confirmation. Led by John W. Farley, implacable foe of the Negro leader, every argument known to those color prejudiced politicians was brought to bear, but Church came through with flying colors. It appears that Church had the backing of many of Memphis' influential citizens of the Banking and Business interests. It was quite a shock to the sensibilities of Farley and his cohorts, who, elated at the promises offered by one Col. Horace Mann, felt sure of the co-operation of the incoming administration in their onslaught against the participation of nonwhites in the political activities of the Republican party in the south. Encouraged by the results in the State of Mississippi they fought hard and long, but they were no match for the astute Bob Church.
There was no period of "watchful waiting" on the part of President Hoover, when told of the uprising in Mexico he called his cabinet in conference and decided to aid the existing government of President Portes Gil, by shipping arms and ammunition. He also stopped the transportation of arms and ammunition to the revolutionists. By allowing the Mexican government the use of fighting planes shipped from the United States and curtailing the shipping of war material, the revolution should be short lived. The United States is preparing to send troops to the Mexican border, and it is reported, at this writing, that the brigade stationed at Fort D. A. Russell, Wyoming is in readiness to entrain. It is a splendid sign of the coming of a sound administration of the government to have an executive who can decide questions of moment with good judgment and quickly. The rest can be left to the Mexican government. Rebel leaders-when taken know their fate—backs to the wall facing a firing squad.
The bank clearings for the city of New York during the first week in March amounted to ten and one-half billion dollars. Some years ago when Thomas Reed of Maine was Speaker of the lower Congress his political opponents twitted him about the expenditure of the nation's funds. His reign was called the plutocratic regime, and the Congress was termed the Billion Dollar Congress. Reed answered by saying, "Yes, this is a billion dollar country." If he were living in this age and would hear how nonchalantly they speak of the expenditure of billions he might be amazed. Appropriations of a billion or so does not cause a ripple of excitement. Millions are spent now without causing a particle of comment. We take it for granted. With all of our boasted wealth poverty still stalks among us. President Hoover, in his speech of acceptance, spoke of reducing poverty by studying its underlying principles. Fine: It is to be hoped that the alleviation, if not the blotting out, of that blight on human progress—Poverty—will be one of the first considerations of his administration.
Old Dame Nature is a freakish body when she so determines. One of the most remarkable being reported from England where the discovery has been made of a man who has a throat from which can be sung, simultaneously, a duo in perfect tenor and bass. He was discovered washing windows. A passerby heard him singing and was astounded to hear a duo coming from a single throat. He was advised to take up singing professionally. His musical training strengthened his voice. That voice means a fortune. The good dame—Nature—is kind to all of her brood. Not so long ago a cripple who never walked had become despondent and was thinking of ending it all. An artist passing by noticed that he had something in his hand and was studying it. It turned out to be a soiled piece of paper with a sketch of the adjoining building. The cripple was induced to take up architectural drawing. Today he stands out as one of the world's best architectural designers. Had he had two legs his genius may not have been discovered. One of our best writers of fiction discovered his ability to write after he had become a cripple and was unable to do manual labor. And so it goes: sometimes the good old lady has to force opportunity on us.
Mr. B, H. Neely, Business Manager or the Bessie Coleman Aero Club, a National Organization, arrived in Los Angeles from Wichita Kansas to complete plans for the Aerial Tour of the Five Black Birds, who will tour 150
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cities in the United States this summer in the interest of the Negro for Aviation:
Completion of the plans of this organization include the purchasing of five new airplanes.
Mr. Neeley is Circulation and Advertising manager of the Negro Star Publishing Cd. of Wichita, Kansas and the University of the famous Arthur Gossett Post of the American Legion of Wichita.
Participants in the flights are arriving at a few days.
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Fannie Hurst, who is probably the highest paid short story - writer in America, lament the popularity of the cheap, so-called short story, "printed on glorified butcher's paper, and illustrated by images that hold and hope for the American gift of short story telling and declares that the short story in America by no means merits wholesale indictment as long as the Wilbur Daniel Steele, the Zona Gales, the Ring Lardners, Sherwood Andersons and Willa Cathers go marching on.
"At its best," states Fannie Hurst, "the short story in America reaches a literary peak unique and important." Since Edgar Allan Poe set his mark on the short story, America has played no small part in the development of this form of writing. The yearly collections of short stories made in America reveal much talent and ingenuity in the technique and subject matter. Many fascinating collections of short stories are available at the Helen Hunt Jackson Branch Library. For study, for reading aloud, or for half hour entertainment, these collections
New York, March 12—Wallace Thurman's "Harlem" formerly known as "Black Belt" opened at the Apollo Theater here last week and much to the disgust of those who witnessed the production it may be added to "Nigger Heaven" class. Thurman, fully acquainted with conditions in Harlem, proceeds to unfold a weird story of numbers, ghm-mills, "house-rent parties" and every evil of the colored underworld, disregarding entirely the themes he should have offered on Broadway.
His play, "Harlem," is Harlem at its worsy and the kind one has to search for. While the production may enjoy a long run, it is certainly no credit to either the author or the colored race. also serve as American counsel to the corporation.
Among the outstanding business men connected with the institution are: Cundido Da Rocha, chairman of the Board of Directors, and the following members of the board: Winfred Tote-Ansa, organizer and vice chairman; Alfred Ade Oshodi, financier; Phillip Henryson Williams, merchant; David Augustus, Taylor, merchant; Samuel Omyomi Akwumi, merchant; Dr. Frederick Victor Nanka-Bruco, director, of the Gold Coast Independent Press, Lrd, Alfred John. Ocansey, merchant, proprietor of chain stores in Accura, Noe George Owee, merchant; Dr. Joseph Henry Murrel, and Robert Mills Lama, produce merchant. The bank will be managed by Marcel Tedosci, formerly of the Bank of Paris.
The special features alone are worth the admission price—but oh, that brilliant Fashion Review of men arr women and children, shown in unsurpassable Phys-Art-Li-Mor style. The past speaks for itself, Nuff Sed! Majestic Hall, 15th and 1 Main, March 22d.
Pack House To See Jack Johnson
(By The Associated Negro Press)
New York, March 14.—Jack Johnson is packing the Lincoln Theatre where he is appearing this week in a song and dance act, augmenting his box-sparring with a comedian of the show.
are invaluable. "The Best Short Stories of America" are edited each year by Edward O'Brien with introductor notes. The O. Brien series includes 100 stories by American writers, which have appeared in American magazines is selected by a committee of editors and authors. For, study of the work of other nations, there are "best French Short Stories", Best British Short Stories", and the "Best Continental Short Stories". A valuable collection has been made by Barrett Clark and Maxim Lieber in the volume "Great Short Stories of the World", which gathers from all nations and periods fine short stories and setting them down for enjoyment and study.
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