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THE OPENING OF BINGA STATE BANK Monday, January Third, 1921, Was a History-Making Event Among the Colored People Residing in Chicago----It Is Under State Control or Supervision and It Is Absolutely Safe and Sound MORE THAN TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS WAS DEPOSITED IN THE BANK ON THE OPENING DAY AND WITH THE ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS PAID IN ON THE CAPITAL STOCK THE BINGA STATE BANK HAD MORE THAN THREE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS TO FLASH UP BEFORE THE EYES OF MR. HERMAN, REPESENTING HON. ANDREW RUSSELL, AUDITOR OF STATE. ONE WHITE BUSINESS MAN DEPOSITED SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS ON THE OPENING DAY, UNIVERSAL LODGE NO. 65, MASONS, MR. EDWARD HILL, SECRETARY, DEPOSITED TWELVE HUNDRED DOLLARS, AND MANY OLD COLORED MEN AND WOMEN WHO HAD NEVER BEFORE PLACED ONE DOLLAR IN ANY BANK DUG UP THEIR MONEY AND DEPOSITED IT IN THE BINGA STATE BANK. MR. JAMES P. McMANUS, SECOND VICE PRESIDENT OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CHICAGO, WAS PRESENT AND INFORMED JULIUS F. TAYLOR THAT THE BINGA STATE BANK WOULD CONTINUE TO CLEAR THROUGH THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK. THE FORMER EMPLOYES OF PRESIDENT BINGA PRESENTED HIM WITH A BEAUTIFUL SILVER LOVING CUP, AND MANY BASKETS OF RARE AND BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS WERE PRESENTED TO HIM BY SOME OF HIS WARM FRIENDS. Monday morning the Binga State Bank, State street and 36th place, threw its doors open to the public, it has the honor and the distinction of being the first bank in this state to be under state control, to be run or managed by colored people, the Binga State Bank becomes the lawful successor of the Jesse Binga private bank which had on deposit at the time it was merged into the Binga State Bank well onto one hundred and fifty thousand dollars, and the old and new depositors now amount to more than five thousand and all day long on Monday the opening day thousands of men and women, both white and colored, were in evidence in the bank depositing all kinds of money right and left, some of them for the first time in their lives opened savings accounts. The new Binga State Bank was beautifully decorated with many rare and beautiful flowers, ferns and potted plants in honor of the history making occasion. The most beautiful token of friendship presented to President Binga was a richly engraved gold lined, silver loving cup, it being the gift to him by the following young women and men who have honestly and faithfully worked for him for many years and who will continue in their various positions with the Binga State Bank: Miss Bessie Cantey, Miss Lucille Adams, Miss Inez Cantey, Miss Violette Galloway, Miss Marvine Cantey, Mr. Wm. Barney and Mr. Harry Scott. Among the others who assisted to make the occasion one long to be remembered in the way of contributing lovely or exceedingly beautiful flowers was Mrs. C. J. Mozee, large basket of mixed flowers; Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Jackson, basket of American beauty roses; Mr. and Mrs. William A. Robinson, ladder, which was made up with many kinds of lovely flowers and the three rows of letters wished President Binga good luck, success and continued prosperity and that exquisite floral design cost more than fifty dollars and we have never beheld anything more beautiful; Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Abbott, flowered wreath; Mr. and Mrs, C. N. Langston, large vace of American beauty roses and carnations, aside from the beautiful flowers sweet music gushed forth all day long from a photograph which was just the thing for the happy and joyous occasion. The main banking room is well onto one hundred and twenty-five feet long; the private office of President Binga is THE BROAD AX located in the rear along with the Directors' room and the safety deposit vaults which are steel constructed fire and burglar proof. Mr. C. N. Langston. Chashier, is located right in the front part of the bank which enables his eyes to fall on everyone just as soon as they enter the bank. Mrs. Lucile Farmer is located in the same enclosure with him as his private secretary and stenographer. The Binga State Bank opened at 9 o'clock and remained open until 8 o'clock in the evening in order to give all a chance to deposit their money and right up to the last minute the people continued to pour their money into the Binga State Bank, white and colored, rich and poor, Jew and Gentile one Jewish merchant doing business in the neighborhood deposited six thousand dollars and he felt very happy to be able to transact his banking business right under his own eyes, showing that he has absolute faith in the soundness of the Binga State Bank. Mr. Edward Hill, Secretary of Universal Lodge No. 65 Masons, deposited twelve hundred dollars belonging to that lodge and many old colored men and women in the past had never attempted to transact any banking business brought forth their hard earned savings and placed them for safe keeping in the Binga State Bank. Near 6 o'clock on that evening while the writer was eyeing each and every one who entered the bank in rushed Mr. Herman, representing Hon. Andrew Russel, Auditor of Public Accounts for the State of Illinois and without waiting for one minute he ran right into one of the money eagles and assumed a cold attitude "I am from Missouri and you must show me" and then President Binga, Mr. Langston and Miss Inez Cantey got real busy for a few moments and in less time than it takes to count 20 they had over three hundred thousand dollars stacked up in front of Mr. Herman, showing that the money for the one hundred and twenty thousand dollars had all been fully paid in for the capital stock, then Mr. Herman drew on his over coat and before departing he declared that the Binga State Bank had more than conformed to all of the laws of the State of Illinois governing or controlling banks and that it was O. K. in every respect. It so happened that Mr. James P. McManus, 2nd Vice-President of the 1st National Bank of Chicago, eased into the bank just about the time that Mr. Herman struck it and while Mr. McManus CHICAGO, ILL., SATURDAY, JANUARY 8, 1921. THE RAILWAY The above flashlight picture of the opening of the Binga State Bank, Monday, January 3, 1921, was taken exclusively for The Broad Ax by R. M. Bradach, Photographer, 1145 W. 63rd street. Reading from left to right: First, Mr. Julius F. Taylor; second, Mr. T. J. Johnson; third, Miss Marvelyn Cantey; fourth, Miss Inez Cantey; fifth, the silver loving cup presented to Mr. Binga by his former employes; sixth, Mr. Jesse Binga, President of the Binga State Bank of Chicago; seventh, Miss Violet Galloway; eighth, Miss Lucile Adams; ninth, Mr. Harry Gaines; tenth, Mrs. Lucile Farmer; eleventh, Mr. William Jones; twelfth, Mr. John Bell. did no doubt that President Binga could not make good although he wanted to be in a position so that he could inform the head officials of the First National Bank just what he had beheld with his own eyes; then Mr. McManus extended his hand to President Binga and heartily congratulated him over the success which had followed in his foot steps on up until he had become the President of the first colored bank to be under state control within the confines of the great State of Illinois. In departing for his home Mr. McManus informed the writer that the Binga State Bank in the future as in the past would continue to clear through the First National Bank of Chicago. The officers and Directors of the Binga State Bank are as follows: Jesse Binga, President; Chas. S. Jackson, Undertaker, Vice-President; R. S. Abbott, Editor Chicago Defender; W. A. Robinson, Attorney-at-Law; H. R. Smith, Physician; Col. John R. Marshall, Member of State Board of Pardons; U. G. Dailey, Physician and Surgeon; C. N. Langston, Cushier. Mrs. Jesse Binga, whose face was wreathed in pleasant smiles all day long, assisted by Mrs. C. N. Langston, was on hand to warmly greet her many lady friends and the people in general and President and Mrs. Binga feel very grateful indeed to their hosts of friends and to all others who have so loyally rallied to the support of the Binga State Bank of Chiego. ORGANIZE! CLOSE UP RANKS! By President Gompers, in American Federationist. We are at the close of another year and the birth of another year. We have lived through a year of tremendous eventfulness and we face a year of solemn portent. During the year that is to come the issue, boiled to its essence, will be progress against reaction. At the close of 1920 the American Federation of Labor is an organization of 4,500,00 men and women. It is an organization of fighting spirit, ready for the struggle ahead. The workers have need to be alert and militant, for never in the history of the American labor movement has plutocratic greed presented such an organized menace to democratic progress. We find at this moment, not one danger, but several. Centered in a propaganda which is profitable to those who conduct it, there is a movement under way to break down the organizations of the workers through the establishment of the non-union shop, miscalled by its sponsors the "open shop." This movement has for its aim the destruction of labor's voice, the destruction of joint relations between workers and employers, the destruction of the whole structure of collective bargaining and joint agreements which has brought so much of democracy into the industrial life of our people. There is further the effort to carry the affairs of industry into the realm of politics through the establishment of various kinds of governmental tribunals and boards, which aim to make real collective bargaining impossible and to make the relations between workers and employers an endless litigation, the consequences of which would prove a disaster of the first magnitude. Added to this is the heartless determination of many powerful employing interests to reduce wages and to stop the wheels of production entirely in many cases, resulting in great unemployment. These are all issues that are before the workers of America. They are, in fact, issues that are before the whole people, but they are of primary importance to the workers because they mean to the workers everything that makes for life and liberty in a democracy. The great forces of reaction, of greed, or organized plutocracy, have thrown their challenge into the arena. This challenge is backed by power. No meekness of spirit, no smiling countenance of moderation will serve to meet this brutal challenge. For this hour there is needed the stern spirit, the set features, the earnest will of the fighting man. Selfishness does not know how to meet the spirit of millions standing together in unselfish devotion to principle for the common good. Selfishness understands only selfishness. Therein lies the great hope of liberty and the preservation of human rights and their extension. The great American labor movement, organized for the protection of all workers and for the aggressive work of securing rights too long denied, is the one great instrumentality that can save the day for fundamental justice and liberty and democracy. The strength of the protest against the onslaughts of greed is measured by the strength of the labor movement. Therefore, men and women of labor, do that thing that is most feared by the reactionaries of industry—organize into the trade union movement! While you wander among the clouds, wrapped in speculation and dwelling among beautiful theories, you strike no fear to the heart of tyranny. Organize into trade unions, mobilize your power where you work, and you strengthen the cause of the weak and oppressed everywhere. The trade union movement is making progress toward greater freedom faster than any movement of men and women anywhere. There is no movement so powerful to resist the invasion of rights. In spite of cajolery and flattery and treachery it goes on and on to greater heights, to great achievements. At this hour of historic progress, when the enemies of man seek to gather for another desperate effort against progress, should the working people submit, should they do that which their enemies would have them do? No, a thousand times no! In this hour, give hope to humanity, give strength to the cause of freedom. Grit your teeth and organize! Greet the New Year with the confidence of men and women who serve the cause of humanity, armed with right and justice, seeking only the good of the great masses. Call the clans of labor together. Tighten up the lines. Bring in the stragglers. Organize the toilers everywhere! Labor, organized, is invincible. Be invincible! In defence of liberty and justice and freedom and democracy, be unbeatable! Grit your teeth and organize! JULIUS F. TAYLOR CALLED ON MRS. JOHN R. MARSHALL NEW YEAR'S EVENING AND FOUND HER FEELING GOOD AND LOOKING EXCEEDINGLY FINE. In the rush and bustle of business which compels all of us to hustle all the time in order to keep just a little ahead of the wolf, who seems to be ready and waiting to tear out after us all the time, that some times we almost fail to come in close contact with our good and true friends. And on New Year's afternoon we just brushed everything aside in order to call on Mrs. John R. Marshall, 3630 Calumet avenue, and pay our respects to her and wish her many Happy New Years. Mrs. Marshall was feeling good and looking as lovely as ever. We are proud to state that she is numbered among our very best and warmest friends in Chicago, and without any boasting about it, each New Year's Mrs. Marshall always receives a little token of friendship which greatly delights her and causes her to feel that her many friends still hold her in the highest esteem. Miss Essie Arnold, 3630 Calumet avenue, the former daughter of the Eighth Regiment of Illinois, expects to be in Washington, D. C., March 4, to witness Hon. Warren G. Harding and Hon. Calvin Coolidge, sworn in as President and Vice-President of the United States. THE YERBY CHURCH NUPTIAL WAS THE MOST NOTABLE AND BRILLIANT EVENT OF THE SEASON. REV. MOSES H. JACKSON PERFORMED THE WEDDING CEREMONY. BY MRS. EVELYN CASEY. At the vesper hour on Wednesday evening, January 5, 1921 (at the family residence, 4756 Champlain avenue, Chicago, Miss Edwina, first daughter of Mr. Wm. J. Yerby, U. S. Consul to British and French West Africa at Dakar, Senegal, was given in marriage to Dr. Robert R. Church of Nashville, Tenn. and Chicago. Upon approaching the residence, the attention of the most casual observer was arrested by the festal appearance presented by the canopied entrance and many autos parked at the curbing, while within, the guests were in a maze of admiration at the artistic arrangement of a southern smilax, ferns and cut flowers which transformed the drawing room into a bridal bower. Flanked on either side by immense fernies, the mantle, veiled with a snow white cloth and set with burning candles, formed an altar which gave an atmosphere of consecration to this hallowed event. Promptly on the hour of 4:30, the opening strains of the stately Lohengrin were struck by Mrs. Midian O. Bousfield, which heralded the approach of the retinue. The Rev. M. H. Jackson of Grace Presbyterian Church advanced and awaited the bridal procession led by Miss Clementine Yerby, sister of the bride, as maid of honor, followed by Dr. Greer, who supported the groom as best man, and lastly came the bride on the arm of her father. The impressive ring service was read and the couple knelt to receive the blessing of the elergy. An interesting feature of the platinum cirelet is that the diamonds which form the studding have been in the family of the groom for several generations. Carrying a shower bouquet of roses, poets' narcissus and baby's breath, the bride was a revelation of beauty in a gown of ivory satin with court train and bodice of sequins. The veil of tulle was held in place by a chaplet of orange blossoms and her one ornament was a diamond lavaliere, the gift of the groom. Miss Clementine Yerby. MANY BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S CARDS RECEIVED BY EDITOR AND MRS. JULIUS F. TAYLOR. The holiday season is all over now for it has become a thing of the past and it is a pleasure to state that many of the friends and admirers favored the writer and Mrs. Taylor with beautiful Christmas cards and with other tokens of friendship and kindly remembrances during the holidays. Hon, Joseph F. Haas, Recorder of Deeds of Cook County; Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Binga, Mr. and Mrs. David M. Manson, Dr. and Mrs. M. A. Majors, Mr. and Mrs. Harris B. Gaines, Mr. and Mrs. George T. Kersey, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Corbin, Dr. and Mrs. Will H. Wallace, Salisbury, N. C.; Mr. and Mrs. William H. Montgomery, Mr. and Mrs. John B. Hart, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Holt, Prof. Robert R. Moton, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama; Madam A. V. Musgrove, Madam M. Callaway Byron, Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Smith, Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Davis, Rev. and Mrs. H. Franklin Bray, were among those who sent Christmas and New Year's greetings. RECENT SOCIAL EVENTS A very delightful affair was the breakfast tendered Miss Alone Jennings, the season's debutante, by Mrs. Edward Odom and Mrs. Harry Brown, at Mrs. Odom's residence, New Year's morning. The out of town guest was Mrs. Lottie Cooper of New York City. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Bell entertained at dinner in honor of Mrs. Lottie Cooper. She was also the theatre guest of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Wilson. The Century Whist Club gave its annual formal party on New Year's eve, at the beautiful home of Col and Mrs. F. A. Denison, 3132 Calumet avenue, the scene of the occasion. The evening gowns of the ladies and formal dress of the gentlemen presented a most beautiful picture. A very elaborate menu was served by Caterer carrying an arm bouquet of pink roses, was lovely in pastel blue tulle over chiffon taffeta. She wore: rope of pearls, the bride's gift to her honored maid. Mrs. Verby, mother of the bride, was queenly in an imported Paquin model of robin's egg blue charmeuse with silver trimming. After greetings and salutations had been extended to the happy couple, the bride ascended the staircase and tossed her bouquet into the midst of a group of young maidens below. The coveted treasure fell squarely into the arms of Miss Viveme Harsh. The social and intellectual status of this newly wedded pair is all that might be expected from heredity and environment, Miss Verby being one of the few who have traveled and studied abroad; indeed, her early education was acquired in a French convent while later studies were pursued at the University of Chicago. Dr. Church is a recent honor graduate of Northwestern. The bride's trouseau was worthy of a princess and contained many articles brought direct from Paris by Mr. Verby, who came to America, on leave from his foreign post, to give his daughter in marriage. The guests at this most brilliant function were in attire befitting so auspicious an occasion and waited in breathless suspense for the reappearing of the bride in her going-away gown, which was a tailleur of blue duvetyn, fur trimmed, with which was worn a French touque in contrasting shade of blue. Amid a pelting shower of rice, Dr. and Mrs. Church slipped away for a brief honeymoon, their destination being a profound secret. Space will not permit of description of the many beautiful gifts that came in profusion from many states, but as we go to press, we have word of the receipt of a royal gift from the King and Queen of Belgium. A full list of the gifts and their donors will appear in a subsequent issue. french. The guests were— Hon, and Mrs. W. J. Yerby. Mrs. Lottie Cooper, New York City. Mrs. Johnson, Detroit, Mich. Mrs. Wing, French Lick Springs. Miss Caro Lewis. THE BEAUTIFUL DREAM LAND AND THE BEAUTIFUL ROYAL GARDENS ENTERTAINED LARGE CROWDS ON NEW YEAE'S EVE. Among the great show places on the South Side, on New Year's Eve, were the beautiful Royal Gardens, 459 E. 31st street and the beautiful Dreamland, 3520 S. State street. Both of these places of high class amusement were crowded to capacity, long before the New Year was ushered in. More than five hundred men and women were seated at the tables at the Dreamland and listened to the jazz music and witnessed the high-class vaudeville stunts and many of the guests, both white and colored men and women, joined in the dancing and Mr. William Bottoms, proprietor, and Mr. Robert Harper, the hustling manager, were taxed to their wits ends; to provide room for all those who desired to crowd into beautiful Dreamland, on that happy or jolly occasion. More than twelve hundred people were in evidence at the beautiful Royal Gardens, to welcome the New Year in and they danced it in and danced the old one out. Mine Host, Virgil Williams, proprietor of the beautiful Royal Gardens, and Mr. James F. Griffin, manager, had a big stack of fun and pleasure on tap, for their many patrons on New Year's Eve and throughout the holiday week. Col. John R. Marshall, 3630 Calumet avenue, one of the directors of the Binga State Bank, returned home Wednesday evening from New York City and Washington, D. C., where he spent one week in hobnobbing with his relatives and friends. In this city since July 15th, 1899, without missing one single issue. Republicans, Democrats, Catholics, Protestants, Single Taxers, Priests, infidels or anyone else can have their say as long as their language is proper and responsibility is fixed. The Broad Ax is a newspaper whose platform is broad enough for all, even claiming the editorial right to speak its own mind. Local communications will receive attention. Write only on one side of the paper. Subscriptions must be paid in advance. One Year ..... $2.00 Six Months ..... $1.00 Advertising rates made known on application. Address all communication to 6206 So. Elizabeth St., Chicago, Ill. Phone Wenworth 2597 JULIUS F. TAYLOR Editor and Publisher Associate Editor DR. M. A. MAJORS 4700 South State Street Vol. XXVI. No. 16 JANUARY 8, 1921. EMANCIPATION DAY AT HAMPTON INSTITUTE. Sir Arthur Newsholme Praises Negroes for War Service—J. Thomas Newsome, Colored Lawyer, Pleads for the Support of Negro Leaders and the Co-operation of White and Colored Citizens. Hampton, Va.—Sir Arthur Newsholme, distinguished British physician and authority on preventive medicine, who is lecturing at John Hopkins University, and Lady Newsholme, of London, England, were presented to an audience of over 2,000 colored citizens, who had assembled in Ogden Hall, Hampton Institute, on New Year's Day to celebrate the signing of Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, and were given a rousing reception. Dr. James E. Gregg, principal of Hampton Institute, who extended a cordial welcome to the Emancipation Day visitors, presented Sir Arthur, who referred to "the magnificent work of Negroes in helping, during the recent World War, to free Europe and America from militarism and in helping to make civilization for the future safe for the world." Sir Arthur added: "We have to remember in England, as I know you remember here, that there is even greater work to be in peace times than in war time. The triumphs of peace are greater than any that are possible my means of war. The work which you have to do and which we have to join in, is in the uplifting of mankind. It is in securing healthier surroundings, in securing justice between man and man, in helping every child to secure the education he ought to have, and in uplifting humanity wherever we come in contact with it. The only liberty that is worth having is the one that enables us to give greater service to our fellow-men and women." Unselfish Leadership. J. Thomas Newsome, well-known colored lawyer of Newport News, Va., delivered the principal address on "Taking Stock." He said: "The New race has to its credit today in almost every community safe and sound leaders, whose integrity and character command them to the sober judgment and consideration of those in charge of public affairs. These leaders are gradually making a public opinion ```markdown ``` [Name] BISHOP W. SAMPSON BROOKS. One of the best and most popular bishops in the A. M. E. church connections, who sailed from New York City the first of this week for Africa. One of the best and most p church connections, who sailed of this week for Africa. which will eventually mean a larger measure of good for the Negro people. "There are leaders of state-wide influence who are called upon more and more in matters affecting the race. We have, in addition to these leaders, men of national and even international reputation, whose motives are never questioned. Holding different beliefs as to the best method to pursue in order to gain for the Negro a larger freedom and a fuller enjoyment of the essentials of life, we know that men like Dr. R. R. Moton, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, Prof. Kelly Miller, and other outstanding figures in our national life, are animated by the sole and unselfish learning for what is best for the entire Negro population. What Negroes Want. "Having frankly admitted that this is a land of opportunities and rewards for the faithful, truth impels me to mention briefly a few of the things which we crave as a right and which we firmly believe will be finally accorded us. "We call for better educational facilities for our children and a more equitable division of the funds which are set aside for the public schools, issued upon the actual needs of the people and not upon race or color. We insist that while there should be ample primary and secondary schools for the masses of our people, the State owes it to our ambitious young men and women to afford them, at a reasonable cost, institutions for the pursuing of the highest possible culture, which is absolutely essential to progressive leadership. "We desire to feel safe in our life and property and in the pursuit of that happiness which is defined by the Declaration of Independence to be the 'inalienable right of all.'" "The manhood of the Negro people raises a mighty protest against the humiliations and insults that our women folks are daily subjected to by the unjust and discriminatory operation of the jim-crow ear laws. "While we invoke the most vigorous enforcement of the criminal laws of the land and swift and adequate punishment for all who commit offences against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth, we still condemn without reserve the growing tendency toward anarchy and lynch law, which, if unchecked, will destroy the fabric of our solitary institutions. "Wherever today Negroes are assembled to glory in their freedom and to pledge renewed loyalty to the 'Land of the Free,' they unite in an appeal to the consciences of their white fellow-citizens to arise in their magnanimity and right the wrongs which degrade alike the oppressor and the oppressed. "Let us face the future with courage and with hope, firm in the conviction that this country, which has accepted our services in all her wars and in times of peace, will finally come [Image of a man in a suit with a bow tie]. popular bishops in the A. M. E. and from New York City the first 3633 ВЫКЕВ THE FRONT OR THE INTERIOR VIEW OF THE BINGA STATE BANK OF CHICAGO. THE BROAD AX, JANUARY 8, 1921. OF THE BINGA STATE BANK O ing rapidly. --- to know that her glory and abiding greatness can only be perpetuated by justice alike for all her children, irrespective of race, color, creed, or religion." The Emancipation Day program also included addresses by two Hampton Institute students—Marie L. Smith, colored, Brookfield Center, Conn., and Clayton Laymon, Oneida Indian, Sioux Falls, S. D.; reading of the Emancipation Proclamation, Miss M. L. Evans; quartet singing; chorus singing of Negro "Spirituals;" invocation and benediction by Rev. J. A. Brown, pastor, Queen Street Baptist Church, Hampton. Dr. J. T. Lattimore and J. Wirt Robinson, both of Hampton, led the audience in the singing of plantation melodies. Charles H. Harris, president of the Elizabeth City County Emancipation Association, under whose auspices the Hampton Institute exercises were held, presided. THE LYNCHING RECORD FOR 1920 Tuskegee Institute, Ala., Dec. 31, 1920. Julius F. Taylor. Dear Sir-I send you the following relative to lynchings for the past year. I find according to the records compiled by Monroe N. Work, of the Department of Records and Research of the Tuskegee Institute, that there were 56 instances in which officers of the law prevented lynchings. Of these, 10 were in Northern States and 46 were in Southern States. In 42 of the cases, the prisoners were removed or the guards were augmented or other precautions taken. In 14 instances armed force was used to repel the would-be lynchers. In 4 of these instances the mobs were fired upon and as a result, 7 of the attackers were killed and several wounded. There were 61 persons lynched in 1920. Of these, 52 were in the South and 9 in the North and West. This is 22 less than the number, 83, for the year 1919. Of those lynched 53 were Negroes and 8 were whites. One of those put to death was a colored woman. Eighteen, or less than one-third of those put to death, were charged with rape or attempted rape. Three of the victims were burned to death. The charges against those burned to death were: Rape and murder, 1; killing landlord in a dispute, 2. The offenses charged the whites were: Murder, 5; insulting woman, 1; no charge except being a foreigner, 1; killing officer of the law, 1. The offenses charged against the Negroes were: Murder, 5; attempted murder; 4; killing officer of the law, 5; killing landlord in dispute, 6; rape, 15; attempted rape, 3; assisting fugitive to escape, 3; wounding another, 2; insulting woman, 2; knocking down guard escaping from chain gang and then returning and surrendering, 2; jumping labor contract, 1; threatening to kill man, 1; cutting a man in a fight, 1; for receiving stay of death sentence because another confessed crime, 1; peeping through window at woman, 1; insisting on voting, 1. The states in which lynchings occurred and the number in each state are as follows: Alabama, 7; Arkansas, 1; California, 3; Florida, 7; Georgia, 9; Illinois, 1; Kansas, 1; Kentucky, 1; Minnesota, 3; Mississippi, 5; Missouri, 1; North Carolina, 3; Ohio, 1; Oklahoma, 3; South Carolina, 1; Texas, 10; Virginia, 1; West Virginia, 1. Very truly yours, R. R. MOTON, Principal. FORT DEARBORN HOSPITAL FREE DISPENSARY OPENS. On Monday, January 10, 1921, at 9 a. m., the Free Dispensary of the Ft. Dearborn Hospital will open for service to the public for the first time, from 9 a. m. to 11 a. m. These clinics will be held in the College Building of the Hospital, fronting on Rhodes avenue, No. 3832. The departments of every branch of medicine and equipment for the care of all diseases has been completed. No worthy person need go without medical attention. Dispensary hours 9-11 a. m. daily. PT. DEARBORN HOSPITAL NOTES Mrs. Marie Terrell, wife of Dr. A. B. Terrell is convalescing after undergoing an operation. She is under the care of Dr. U. G. Dailey. Mrs. Estella Woods, who was operated on by Dr. Dan H. Williams and Dr. J. R. White, is recovering very rapidly. Mrs. Leola Lyles, who was a patient in the hospital about two weeks age and who returned to the hospital last week was operated on by Drs. Dan H. Williams and Ellis. Mrs. Lyles recovered very rapidly from the operation and was discharged from the hospital, December 28, 1920. Mr. A. B. Davis, who was operated on by Dr. Jackson is on the road to recovery. Old Santa did not forget the babys in the nursery Christmas. He left a beautiful Christmas tree for Baby's Moss, Flournoy and Stovall. These babys forgot their pains Christmas and enjoyed the beautiful Christmas tree. We, as nurses of the Ft. Dearborn Hospital, wish to thank the doctors and friends for the beautiful Christmas tree given at the Nurses' Home. Just to think, no one was left out. Words cannot express our appreciation for this kindness. Signed, Nurses of the Ft. Dearborn Hospital. Dr. B. R. Bluitt, President of the Ft. Dearborn Hospital spent the holidays in Kentucky. Dr. Bluitt reported a very pleasant Christmas while there, and he also did two very successful operations. Dr. J. W. Burrell, one of the members of the Ft. Dearborn Hospital Board of Directors, has returned after spending the holidays out of the city. ROW IN GONGRESS OVER NEGROES. Washington, D. C. — Wholesale charges of willful discrimination against Negroes at the polls in the southern states were made by representatives of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People before the House census committee, and brought forth vigorous objections from committee members from the South. The first charge brought on a storm of denials and additional charges that gathered in volume as the session progressed and reached its elimax at the close with the appearance of a photographer to take a group picture of the committee, including its southern members, witnesses and spectators, of whom a number were Negroes. The appearance of the photographer to "snap" the committee caused southern members to announce they would not sit in a group, the back ground of which was formed of Negroes, a large number of whom were crowded into the room. Representative Aswell left the room and Representative Larsen informed Chairman Siegel he did not intend leaving the room and "would raise hell" if the picture were made with the spectators on hand as a background. The committee finally went into executive session, thus clearing the room, and the group picture was made. AMERICAN NEGRO POLICY IS CRITICIZED BY FRENCH. Paris, France.—In the chamber of deputies during a debate on Algeria, Deputy Andre Berthon said he regretted that the nations had not rulied to the doctrine of President Wilson. "He ought to have commenced by regulating the question of the Negroes in the United States," interjected Deputy Moline. M. Berthon said: "There is also in America a certain imperialism. I was pained during the war at seeing American officers refuse to salute Negro officers who were fighting in the same cause for civilization and justice." MRS. GEORGE CHAPMAN GAVE A DELIIGHTFUL BIRTHDAY PARTY IN HONOR OF MISS BERNICE HENDERSON. Saturday evening, New Years, Mrs. George Chapman, 6142 S. Elizabeth street, was hostess to a dancing and birthday party in honor of Miss Bernice Henderson, who is just sweet sixteen. Dancing was indulged in by about thirty young men and women who were present. Mrs. Chapman served lovely refreshments and saw to it that each and every one of the young folks had a good time and they all voted her as an ideal hostess. MORGAN PARK GROWS. Morgan Park, the suburb beautiful is being rapidly built up by members of the Race who are erecting their homes. Many bungalows and cottages have been built in a short time and are now ready for occupancy. During last summer, M. T. Bailey, pres., The Bailey Realty Co., 3638 State street, sold seven blocks of property in Morgan Park and is still interested in the sale of property in this exclusive section. SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS HON ORED. Class No. 3 of Shiloh Baptist Church, of which Mrs. Ella Harvey, 6008 S. May street, is teacher, was entertained by its teacher on New Year's day at her residence. Besides members of the class, others present were Mr. and Mrs. George W. Duncan, Mary Taylor and M. T. Bailey, of The Bailey Press Bureau. QUINN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES Sunday, Jan. 9th, Dr. Stewart will preach at 10:45 a. m. and 8 p. m. The special services will continue every Sunday night during the winter. The revival choir and a chorus will assist in the services. The sermon Sunday morning will be on the theme, "The Christian and His Belief About the Plan of Salvation"—"C." BISHOP BLACKWELL LEAVES After spending some time in the city visiting the various churches in the connection on important business, the Rt. Rev. George L. Blackwell, of Philadelphia, has returned to his home. While here, Bishop Blackwell appointed Dr. Shaw as presiding elder over the Chicago District. THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OBSERVED The 30th anniversary of the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Kinney 3142 Calimet avenue, was observed at their residence New Year's day. A pleasant day was spent with old acquaintances from their home town as well as their many friends in the city. RUTH TEMPLE MEETS The officers and members of Ruth Temple met at Bailey's Hall, 3638 State street, Monday evening, where they renewed their friendship, as is an annual custom. Mary visitors from out of town were present. HOLIDAYS AT HOME. Miss Alice Baxter, of Lake Forest, Ill., but now of Calp, Ill., where she is a teacher in the high school, spent the holidays with her mother and other relatives. BACK IN THE OFFICE Miss Anna Hill, of Evanston, Ill., stenographer in the office of Atty. Walter M. Farmer, 184 W. Washington street, who has been confined to her home several days on account of illness, is back in the office. VISITS CITY Misses Alice and Laura Baxter, of Lake Forest, Ill, spent some time in the city during the holidays with their many friends. IMPROVING Mrs. E. Lee Hughes, 4728 St. Lawrence avenue, who has been ill for several weeks at her home, is slowly improving. Mr. R. W. Lacey, Mr. George S. Price, Mr. A. F. Bowman, Mr. J. W. Ward, Mr. J. L. Beasley and Mr. J. H. Anderson have, since 1905 to 1921, been making New Year's calls to together, and this year their season's greetings were printed on a beautiful white card, gold band, with Old Glory occupying a prominent place on it. Three Odd Fellow links assisted to make the card more attractive and the names of those appearing on it wished all of their friends a Happy New Year. --- THE DEDICATION OF THE SOLDIER'S MEMORIAL WINDOW, BEREAN BAPTIST CHURCH, SUNDAY AFTERNOON, JANUARY 2, 1921. REV. WILLIAM S. BRADDAN, PASTOR; MR. LUROY B. HAYES, MASTER OF CEREMONIES. Last Sunday afternoon the memorial window was unveiled at the Berean Baptist Church in honor of the memories of Sergeant Floyd F. White and Corporal David R. Pelky, Jr., and also in honor of the memories of the men of the 370th, 365th and 803rd Infantries of Illinois. Sergt. James B. Tucker, Director; Vocal Solo (a) "The Lord Is My Light." Frances Allitsen; (b) "By the Waters of Minnetonka" (Indian Love Song) Lieurance, Mrs. James A. Weatheres, Remarks, Licut-Col. J. H. Johnson, Selection, Berean Baptist Choir, Mr. Isaac T. Yarbrough, Director; It was the first time that services of any kind had been held in the new Berean Baptist Church and it was filled from pit to dome, the Eighth Regiment and its famous band headed by Cols, Otis B. Dunean and John H. Patton turned out in honor of the oceans. The following program was interestingly rendered: Prelude, Miss Estella Bonds; Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow (Congregation Standing); Invocation, Rev. D. C. Crawford; Selection, Berean Baptist Choir; Mr. Isaac T. Yarbrough, Director; Reading, "The Negro as a Soldier," Mr. M. C. B. Mason, Jr.; Selection, Eighth Regiment Band, Atmospheric Action The atmosphere of the earth acts very much in the same way as does the glass of a greenhouse—it allows the rays of the sun to pass through, but imprisons the heat. Thus it is cooler on the top of a mountain than at the sea level, because, though the mountain top is nearer the sun, the atmosphere is much less dense. Hope Springs Eternal. "Cheer up," genially yelled his host to the stricken Murphy, who was beginning on regret keeely ever having come on the fishing trip. "Seasickness never killed anybody yet." "Is that so?" replied Murphy. "I'm sorry to hear you say that. Sure, the hope of dyn'n soon was the only thing that was keepin' me alive"—American Legion Weekly. Shoe Three Feet Long. The latticed snowshoe resembles in a general way a large tennis racket, with the handle missing. The body of the shoe is two or three feet long and twelve inches or more wide at the broadest part, says the American Forestry Magazine. The rim is of ash, bickery or elm. The ski is made of beech, birch, maple, ash or spruce. New Fishing Methods A Lamont man who is charged with having taken a fish from a private fish pond declares the fish were so tame that one of them was eating out of his hand, and he simply closed his fingers on it and carried it away. Our own method has always been to whistle to the creatures from across the fence, and walk away, innocent-like, while they trot down the road after us.—Detroit News. Health Shown by Finger Nails The rapidity of the growth of the nails is indicative of the health. The growth of the nails on the right hand is in most people more rapid than of those on the left hand. Another curious point is that the rate of growth of the nail depends directly on the length of the finger. Thus the nails on the two middle fingers of men grow more rapidly than those on the first and fourth fingers respectively, and these in turn are more speedily grown than those on the little fingers. Danger In Incandescent Lamps Evidence that the high-power incandescent lamps now so commonly used for street lighting may not be wholly innocent as a possible source of fire was observed in southern California recently, says Popular Mechanics Magazine. A bulb hanging 20 feet above the ground suddenly burst and the white-hot particles of metal it scattered instantly ignited the dry grass at the foot of the pole. Fire wardens of the district are now advocating the use of suitable guards about the lamps. THE NEW YORK TIMES [Name] HON. EDWARD J. HUGHES. Member of the State Senate from the Two torial District, who has been selected as the floor Democrats in the State Senate of Illinois. Member of the State Senate from the Twenty-first Senatorial District, who has been selected as the floor leader of the Democrats in the State Senate of Illinois. Member of the State Senate from the Twenty-first Senatorial District, who has been selected as the floor leader of the Democrats in the State Senate of Illinois. Sergt. James B. Tucker, Director; Vocal Solo (a) “The Lord Is My Light,” Frances Allitsen; (b) “By the Water of Minnetonka” (Indian Love Song; Lieurance, Mrs. James A. Weathers Remarks, Lieut.-Col. J. H. Johnson; Selection, Berean Baptist Chair, Mr. Isaac T. Yarbrough; Director; Silver Offering, Selection, Eighth Regiment Band; Cornet Solo (a) “Columbia Polka,” Rollinson; (b) “The End of a Perfect Day,” Carrie Jacob-Bond, Miss Irene Howard; Unveiling of Soldiers Memorial Window, Master David B. Polky, 3rd; “Star Spangled Banner,” Eighth Regiment Band (Audience Standing); Address, Col. Ols. B. Duncan, 370th Infantry; Vocal Soil, “A Voice in the Wilderness” (Premish Scott, Mr. Hugh Buehman; Remarks Capt. Wm. B. Braddan, Chapman 30th Infantry; Saxophone Solo (a) “Crystal Beach Polka,” Fred Boussak, “Varkas’ Song,” Sergt. James B. Tucker Finale, “America,” Eighth Regiment Band (Audience Standing). If things don't come your way, perhaps it's because you are not in the right place—Boston Transporter. Efficiency is a matter of the head as well as the hands. It can never be a purely mechanical virtue, for true efficiency has its origin in careful thought. The man who forms the habit of using his brain is never a danger of becoming a mere machine. Oriental Peculiarities Chinese medicine developed a special fondness for fossilized "dragon bones," derived from extinct herbivora. They are also food of "dragon teeth," as fossilized shells are called. In Shantung, glue is made from assays skins. In a certain town of that province is a well, the water of which when drunk by asses, makes their skins especially good for making glue. This glue brings a fancy price, as it is a famous tonic through China. The Deadly Arrow A mounted indian or white man with bow and arrows sometimes could kill more buffaloes than a man could kill with a rifle, says the American Forestry Magazine. At close ring the arrow was as deadly as the bullet. It made less noise, and arrow could be discharged four times as rapidly as bullets from muzzle-loading guns. "Cloth" From Back In the tropical islands of the Pacific there are several tribes which make use of the bark of a tree as a substitute for fabrics. It is called "tara" and is obtained by heating the bark and then treating it to a pear preparation. After the boiling process, the fiber shows a regular overlap arrangement of the strands like woven material. --- American Shruh Appreciated American Shrub Appreciated. One American shrub which has been received with great appreciation in England, and which grows well there is the gorgeous flame azalea, called by the botanists azalea cattenbuleum. This plant was sent to Europe many years ago, and perhaps is not grown so widely now as it has been in the past, owing to the great indus of rhododendron varieties. To try this method of covering the cracks in furniture soften beeswax until the consistency of putty, then press it into the cracks very firmly, smoothing the surface over with a thin knife. The surrounding wood should then be sandpapered with fine sandpaper, working some of the dust into the beeswax. ```markdown ``` e from the Twenty-first Sena-lected as the floor leader of the of Illinois. Look Into This True Efficiency Beeswax Finish 5 HON. WILLIAM SULZER Former member of Congress district of New York for two state, who has been a constant per since October 1, 1899, dow Member of Congress from the Ten- new York for twenty years, ex-O has been a constant financial sup- tober 1, 1899, down to the presen Former member of Congress from the Tenth Congressional district of New York for twenty years, ex-Governor of that state, who has been a constant financial supporter of this paper since October 1, 1899, down to the present time. HON. WILLIAM SULZER, FORMER GOVERNOR OF NEW YORK, SENDS THE SEASON'S GREETINGS TO THE EDITOR OF THIS PAPER. The following letter speaks for itself: WM. SULZER, Counselor at Law 115 Broadway, New York The many friends of Mr. Vance J. Anderson, 6440 Vernon avenue, will be pleased to learn of his convalescence after several months' confinement indoors. Miss Spurlock, 4720 Champlain avenue, has returned to her studies at the Illinois College of Chirupody after spending Christmas with her father at December 30, 1920. Jahus F. Taylor, Esq. Editor The Broad Ax, 6206 So. Elizabeth St. Chicago, Ill. Just a line to congratulate you on the splendid paper you have been giving your readers during the year, and wish you and your newspaper more success and prosperity next year. Believe me, my dear Mr. Taylor, with the compliments of the season, a ever, Very sincerely your friend, William Sulzer. Mr. Fred P. Greene, 6347 Eberhart avenue, has returned to the city from Oedar Raspids, Iowa, where she was the holiday guest of Mrs. Fred Gresham. Miss Esther Culbertson, one of the corps of nurses at Post Graduate Hospital, is back in the city after a ten-day visit with her father at Clinton, Iowa. Miss Marie Wilkerson, the competent assistant in the Woodward Studios, spent the Christmas holidays with her mother and friends at Davenport, Iowa, Koline and Rock Island, Ill. ```markdown ``` [Name] [Name] MR. AUGUST L. WILLIAMS. One of the directors and attorneys for the Puance Coompany; also one of its heavy stockhold busy every day looking after his many cases Superior and Municipal Courts of Chicago. directors and attorneys for the Puny; also one of its heavy stockholdy looking after his many cases Municipal Courts of Chicago. One of the directors and attorneys for the Public Life Insurance Coompany; also one of its heavy stockholders, who is kept busy every day looking after his many cases in the Circuit, Superior and Municipal Courts of Chicago. Wy dear brother Taylor: CHIPS. . . . from the Tenth Congressional enty years, ex-Governor of that at financial supporter of this pa- wn to the present time. The many friends of Mr. Vance J. Anderson, 6440 Vernon avenue, will be pleased to learn of his convalescence after several months' confinement in- doors. Miss Spurlock, 4720 Champlain avenue, has returned to her studies at the Illinois College of Chiropody after spending Christmas with her father at Pittsburg, Pa. Mr. Curtis Bush, of Drake University, spent New Year's in Chicago as the guest of his aunts, Mrs. Payton C. West, 421 E. 41st street and Mrs. D. O. Green, Washington Heights. Attorney George W. Blackwell has returned to the city from his old home, Richmond, Va., Washington, D. C., and New York City, where he spent the holidays. Miss Edna Wood, of Cleveland, O., is visiting her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Carter, 5423 S. Wabash avenue. She will remain in the city for the next four or five weeks. Mrs. David M. Manson, 601 E. 36th street, has to the great delight of her many friends completely recovered her health again after her recent spell of illness. Saffron Once Royal Color. In Ireland saffron early became a royal color and, for a long period after such exclusiveness was taken away in Erin, the yellow saffron-dyed shirt remained a mark of social distinction in the Hebrides. In art saffron was much employed in medieval illuminated manuscripts. In combination with tin foll as a substitute for gold, and of course, at all periods the coloring of many textiles was done with little crocus stigmas. THE BROADWAY neys for the Public Life Insur- heavy stockholders, who is kept is many cases in the Circuit, of Chicago. CHARLES E. STUMP HAS IN THE PAST WEEK VISITED WICHITA, KANS., LITTLE ROCK, ARK., AND MANY OTHER POINTS IN THE SOUTH AND SOUTHWEST. Wichita, Kans.—Before turning my attention to the things I am going to talk about this month, I want to pay my respect to The Broad Ax for that fine edition which it got out last week for Christmas. It was indeed fine workmanship and there were some good things in the paper. You could get a whole speech or sermon right out of that paper. You know Dr. Branham is a strong young man, and is filling his place and an assistant to Dr. Williams. He is the man for the place, and is filling the place. I got a few Christmas pres-TWO—BROAD AX J 9 J C L presents. My friends certainly did send me some pretty cards. Dr. R. R. Moton, sent me a whole big turkey and two pounds of Tuskegee butter, and There was the article from Dr. Robert T. Kerlin, of Virginia Military Institute, who is standing with an outstretched hand to help humanity, and in so doing he is giving us some material help in this world. He is pleading our cause in places where we can not speak for ourselves, and I thank God that He has given us such a man. If you have not read that story, I would suggest that you send and get a copy of that edition of The Broad Ax for it is worth its weight in gold. When you shall have gotten the paper and read it, then I would suggest that you send to E. P. Dutton & Co., 681 Fifth avenue, New York City, and get a copy of the book which he has just brought out, the Voice of the Negro. You can get so much out of this book. I have just received a copy of it myself, and you could not get it from me for no amount of money. It is a book with 200 pages, about, and every page is filled with thought, most of it coming from the Negro Press of America. It discusses every phase of Negro life in the United States. It is well arranged, giving comments from the Negro press "The New Era," "The Negro's Reactions of the World War," "The Negro's Grievances and Demands," "Riots," "Lynchings," "The South and the Negro," "The Negro and Labor Unions and Bolshevism" "Negro Progress" and closes with "The Lyric Cry." I do not know what amount of money it will cost to get the book, but I do know it should be in all of our homes and I would not dispose of the one I have. He is the man of the hour, and I believe God placed Prof. Kerlin at this time for this particular service so much needed. He is not afraid to come among us, and has fully discovered that this black will never run or rub, that it is a fast color that will not fade. As you read this book you will feel the manhood filling up in your breast. You will realize that the color of the skin does not constitute the man, nor as it physical size. You will see what the Negro is thinking about himself, and what he is saying. He is not raising a fuss, but speaking right out in church, so to speak. Mr. Kerlin is not around looking for a collection from some Negro church, or a contribution from some organization to help him plead the cause, but he is going on having his way, and paying for it out of his own pocket. Here and there some papers have been furnished him free of charge, but most of them he has went down in his pocket and put up the cash. I take off my hat to him. We have stepped into another year, and just what it has in store for us, we do not know, but I do hope with Senator Harding hoving into the White House will mean that lynching, mob violence, and all them other hellish names are moving out. I hope it means freedom and not death for the twelve men who have been confined to the death cells in Arkansas, for manhood. Men who were unwilling to just get down and die like dogs, but took a manly stand for the protection of life and property. Their death would mean legal lynching, since their causes are now back in court. I must refrain from comment. I believe that there is justice and right somewhere, only it will take a little time to find it. Of course I have turned over my new leaf, and I have my resolutions for 1921, and some of them are hardly worth reading, yet I hope to carry them out. My very first one is "eat less, work more, pray night and day." I am resolved to stay in touch with Jesus, taking Him for my personal friend, and do as He dictates to me. I am in His hands. I am not going to "cuss" white folks or any other folks, but will spend a little more time praying for my rights. I expect to call on President Harding when he gets to the White House and tell him conditions, and then I will see some of the new Senators. There are some other things that I shall not tell you but tell God alone. I can trust Him, but don't know about you. I expect to visit schools and get as much education as is possible for one of my age to get. I did not send you a line while in Chicago, but I am sending it this week, that you may read and put it in print. I had a big time in Chicago. Sunday morning I went to Olivet Baptist Church on 27th street and heard Charles Stewart preach, and then back. Christmas day was spent in Chicago. Morning I went down to hear an able sermon by Dr. L. K. Williams, and believe me when I tell you they have a strong organization in that church. Dr. Williams and Dr. Branham, are pulling together like twins. They are working together for the uplift and betterment of our people. To me it was a source of pleasure to see them, and to come in touch with them. THE BROAD AX, JANUARY 8, 1921 If the crepe de chine is not black, which it is eight times out of ten, it is white, yellow or maive. The presence of the queen of Roumania in Paris at the presentation of her play, "The Lily of Life," and her constant wearing of white and maue started all Paris toward both colors Alice was staying with her father one evening while her mother was away. The father, while reading, was wiggling the floor lamp and Alice spoke up: "You know mamma does not want you to play with that lamp." She waited a minute, then added: "If you will give me a nickel I won't tell her." You know Dr. Branham is a strong young man, and is filling his place and an assistant to Dr. Williams. He is the man for the place, and is filling the place. I got a few Christmas pres-TWO-BROAD AX J 9 J C L presents. My friends certainly did send me some pretty cards. Dr. R. R. Moton, sent me a whole big turkey and two pounds of Tuskegee butter, and believe me my mouth is greasy yet. Charles Stewart, Jr., said that he was going to have my present later, also his mother. I got some soxs, neckties, handkerchiefs and other articles. I went down to call on some other people in town, and had a turkey dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Cook, then pulled out for the West. I stopped over in Kansas City a whole day, visiting the Inter-State Literary, composed of the educated people. Mrs. Myrtle Todd-Cook was elected president, and for her I predict great things. She is indeed a well trained woman. I knew Mrs. Cook when she taught school in Kentucky, and know of her ability as an educator. I was present when she made a plan for the National Negro Business League, and how she attracted the attention of the late Booker T. Washington. She believes in success, and there will be greater things in the future. I met in the city that sweet wonderful singer, Mrs. Josephine Wright, of Topeka, the wife of J. M. Wright. You know him and his worth to humanity. His wife ranks with the best vocalists in America, although she has retired from the stage. She has spent some time over yonder in Europe, and other foreign places. God bless her and keep her. I would advise all the people who have talking machines to get that record from Mr. Davidson Washington, the son of Dr. Booker T. Washington, that speech which brought him into prominence, "Cast Down Your Buckets Where You Are." I told you that he had secured the records and is prepared to sell them. He is at 3315 South Park avenue.-Chicago, Ill. Getting through there I beat it down to this place where I am spending a few days trying to get in good shape. I am at the home of Dr. S. B. Butler, the man who is a great preacher and church building man. I would like to see him the next pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Chicago, for he would soon unite the forces there and bring new life into the church. He is a young man, but a man of experience. He erected a church here costing $10,000 and now the debt is way down to less than $12,000, and it will be much lower than when this year ends. He knows how to preach, how to pastor, how to make good. His wife is right by his side. She is a graduate from Western College, Macon, Mo., and a practical educated woman, a church worker, a worker among women and girls. I am real proud of her. I have been with Dr. J. R. Ransom, the man who ought to be a bishop in his church, but I am not talking about that this week, but will do so another week. I spoke of the twelve men who were condemned to die in Arkansas, and then I did not tell you that for six of them the Supreme Court of Arkansas has reversed the decision of the lower court and they will get a new trial, and the execution of the other six awaits the decision of the court in this case. We have not been abusing any one, but the battle has been fought in court, and these men have had some strong lawyers. You know that, and they have been men of both races, and I am proud to tell you that the hardest work has been done by our men. I am sure that you have heard of that great lawyer, Seipio Jones. He has been the leader on our side, and right next to him stands Attorney J. Robert Booker, of Little Rock, the son of Dr. Joseph A. Booker, president of the Arkansas Baptist College. Attorney Booker, is a young man, and finished his course in Chicago. Returned to Little Rock, although many wanted him to open office at some point in the north, he said that he owed something to his home people and would go back and serve them. Returning to Little Rock, he took up office with Mr. Jones, heeding his advice, and going right into court as a man to win his cases, of course through preparation and not through tricks. He has been successful, and much of the preparation of the papers and argument in the cases which were reversed a few weeks ago was done by young Booker, who is making his place in history. He is refined, cultured and modest, and is ever ready to listen. He don't claim to have it all in his head. I take pleasure in prsenting this young man to you this week. Drum With Harmonics. Musicians find the drum an unsatisfactory instrument for lack of harmonic overtones. From India comes the description of a drum the parchment head of which is loaded with an adherent composition containing finely divided iron. Such composition lies in a central circle. Around the edge a second ring-shaped membrane is secured and the effect of the loading is to produce good harmonic overtones. LINES OF THE WINTER MODE Same General Style Is Found in the Frocks of Majority of the Couturiers. Once again one may speak of the lines of the mode, since fashionable designers have decided to agree upon one particular style, writes a fashion correspondent in the Milwaukee Sentinel. Indeed, the close harmony between the different large dressmaking houses is one of the most striking features of the winter season. Last year at this time it was almost impossible to get a clear idea of the new fashions. Each designer went his own way, and a woman apparently could dress according to her type without worrying about the rest. Now all this is reversed, and the same general lines are found in the frocks of all the couturiers. A black velvet afternoon dress from Worth will serve as a good example of the new trend of fashion. The waistline of this frock is long and supple, and the narrow underskirt is a good deal longer than those of last year. Three rather broad panels fringed with monkey fur almost sweep the ground, especially behind, where they are slightly longer. The skirt is almost covered by these panels, which when they are lifted gracefully in walking, have the happy way of getting the eyes accustomed to the longer skirts. The very high collar, so high that it entirely covers the chin, is another characteristic of the winter's models. There are no whale bones in evidence, however. The collars are held in plate simply by their cut, being rather tight and very high. The sleeves of the aforementioned frock are also typical. They are very long, so long that they form folds and are pushed back by the hands, over which they fall, thus making them appear smaller and whiter. One French designer does not wish to lose the opportunity of contrasting the white skin of madane with the black velvet, so he cuts a slit in the front of the bodice, which gives a lighter appearance to the whole dress. Smart frocks from all the fashionable houses make good use of these gashes or openings. Sometimes the slashes are found in the collars, sometimes on the shoulders and sometimes on the long tight sleeves. CAPE, COAT FOR RIDING HABIT Garment Circular in Shape and on Mil ltary Lines, but Without Military Collar. New knee-length capes to wear over riding habits are in large black-and-white checked woolens, lined with black taffeta. These are circular in shape and on military collar. This type of collar, which formerly was used, has been discarded, because it has a tendency to crush the collar on the riding habit. Now capes and coats to wear over riding suits have soft, crushed collars. For an extra topcoat those made of steamer rugs are extremely practical and smart. They may be of the bright colored tweed or vicuna rugs, in plain colors or plaids. Such coats are straight in cut and about knee length and may be drawn in with a leather belt or allowed to hang free. The sleeves are perfectly straight in cut and folded back to a depth of about two inches to form the cuff, as the wrong and right sides of the material are the same. SUITS FOR WEAR IN COUNTRY Homespuns and Tweeds in Attractive Colorings Make Good-Looking Outfits for General Use. Homespuns and tweeds in the loveliest of colorings make some extremely good-looking suits for winter sports or just general country wear. They will give a warm dash of color to the landscape on days when the ground is covered with snow and the air is chilly. The knickerbocker suit has evidently come to stay. It grows in popularity continually. All the warm red shades and beautiful rose hues are seen in these knickerbocker costumes—quite a departure from the tans and browns of the old-fashioned, substantial-looking tweeds. The trousers usually are made of the checked material, while the coat is of plain color. There may be a hat and scarf to match the jacket. CREPE DE CHINE IS LIKED Fabric Retains Prominence in Frocks Most of Which Have Plaitings In Grand Array. It is not easy to find a frock that is not built of crepe de chine. Even at night crepe predominates. All the frocks have plaitings used in a bewildering mixture of lines and scallops. You can distingush the American from the French woman by the tying of the slender girdle. The former lets it slip carelessly down over the figure to preserve the straight line; the latter gives it a smart pull in at the waist, quite plainly defining it. Could Be Bought Off. A. H. ATTORNEY J. R The foremost Afro-American who is a great credit to his ra STORNEY J. ROBERT BOOK Best Afro-American Lawyer of Lif credit to his race and to his ch Genius Blazed in Age. Goethe was more than eighty when he wrote the second part of "Faust." Ganges' Changing Channel. The Ganges is constantly changing its channel. Wolfskin Banjo Parchment. Wolfskin makes the best parchment for banjos. First Gas-Lighted City. December 1, 1816. Baltimore was lighted by gas, the first American city to use this illuminant. Women's Sphere Eventually we may be forced to concede that woman's sphere is this one on which we live.—San Diego Tribune. Faulty Arrangement. In some countries only fat women are considered beautiful, but they are poor countries even for fat women.—Exchange Donald had a new pair of tan shoes of which he was very proud. He came in the house one day after playing with two little girls, one of whom had re1 hair, and said, "Mother, the girl with the tan hair is very cross." A. 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An aerial view of the top of Mount Rainier, the 14,500-foot peak of Washington, was recently made. The aviator was forced to make an ascent of three miles to get the picture, and the photograph shows one of the now extinct volcano craters. Inspiration to Home Affection "When a man bet on a lame hoss," said Charcoal Eph, ruminatively, "it sure do git inspirin' how he yell fo' laigs t' got on dat old crowbelt to' de sake o' his wife an' chillun."—Richmond Times-Dispatch Too Much "Taboo." William visited grandma, but was not permitted to touch the breakable articles in the house. At the arrival of his mother he said: "Let's go home, ma. Everything in this house is 'don't touch.'" R. T. Kirby, Shoe Shining, Hat Cleaning Parlor and News Stand, 20 E. 435 street, near L Station. F. Bishop, Cigars, Tobacco and News Stand, 8 W. 27th street, near State. A. D. Hayes, Cigars, Tobacco, Notion, Stationery and New Stand, 3640 S. State street. 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