Chicago Defender

VOLUME VII. NUMBER 7. PRESIDENT TAFT GIVES JUDGE Race Wins Great Victory—Judge William Found Ineligible for Supreme Court B Constant Fight Against His Appointr the Lamented Justice Harlan—Down Oklahoma Civil Rights Case. RACE WAS A UNIT IN OPPOSING Splendid Work of Race Newspapers, Ministers orous Denunciation—Final Opinion in the Written for the President by Assistant At- Lewis—Although Like a Death Bed Conver- World. —Chicago Race Wins Great Victory—Judge William C. Hook of Kansas Found Ineligible for Supreme Court Bench—Race Has Waged Constant Fight Against His Appointment as the Successor to the Lamented Justice Harlan—Downfall Due to Decision in Oklahoma Civil Rights Case. RACE WAS A UNIT IN OPPOSING HIS APPOINTMENT. Splendid Work of Race Newspapers, Ministers and Leaders in Vigorous Denunciation—Final Opinion in the Long Drawn Out Affair Written for the President by Assistant Attorney General William H. Lewis—Although Like a Death Bed Conversion It Pleases the Entire World. "Great minds run in the same channel," says an old adage. This must be so for in our last issue we spread across the entire first page the caption to this story. Many other race newspapers were equally alert and the "Hook" is now a common saying. Judge Hook got the hook" and there is no denying it. He was hooked good and strong and "the hook" was that worm-like race called the NEGRO. Hook the "Hook" would make a capital story or an attractive name for one of those dare devil devices at a summer park. But Hook, oh peculiar name, has more significance at this which mentioned the matter, and The Negro Fellowship League, the only organization which sent any protest from this city, so far as known. The Herald rejoices over the Record-Herdal's Thursday report as follows on the Hook case: "After a conference with four members of his cabinet, Secretaries Knox, Stimson and Fisher and Attorney General Wickersham, President Taft allowed it to become known that the new charges against Judge Hook regarded as so serious as practically to preclude his elevation to the highest court"—Mrs. Ida B. Wells-Barnett in The Record-Herdal. THE "RECALL" OF JUDGE HOOK. —On Sunday it was definitely and almost officially announced that Judge William C. Hook had finally decided upon as the successor of the late Justice Hartan. His nomination, the dispatches stated, would be sent in on Wednesday. But Wednesday brought the startling news that Judge Hook's name had suddenly been removed from the slate. A new objection had been pointed out to him—and a fatal one. He had concurred in an opinion which upheld the anti-negro laws of Oklahoma and declared that the railroads in that state were not bound to furnish sleeping and dining cars to colored passengers. The president and several of his advisers had studied the case and satisfied themselves that Judge Hook, like his colleague, Judge Adams, "went too far" in that decision and sustained statutes that deprived the black man of equal rights and equal protection of the laws. It is not necessary for a lay newspaper to review the case and give an off-hand opinion on its merits. Granted that Judge Hook erred, and granted that the error was of a character grave enough to demand the dropping of his name at the eleventh hour, it is yet clear that the handling of the whole matter has been unfortunate and inefficient. There has been too much needless and pernicious "publicity." Judge Hook has virtually been "recalled" for one "error," and the advocates of the judicial recall will be able to find much ammunition in the case. "The president has made excellent judicial appointments and has received much credit for his palmstaking care in that direction. He is competent to pass on qualifications of judicial candidates, and he has very fit advisers. Was it necessary to try Judge Hook, as it were, in public and invite objections and arguments against him—or for him—from all sides? In what position does the sensational end of the affair leave him and the high court of which he is a member?" — Chicago Record-Herald, Friday, Feb. 9, 1912. Mrs. Elizabeth C. Colbert, 4944 Wentworth avenue, who died, Feb. 9th, was buried in Columbus, Mo., this week. She was born in that state March 24, 1850, and resided there for many years. The past ten years were spent in Chicago. Mrs. Colbert was a member of the Baptist Church and was the mother of Mrs. Henry Young, Mrs. Frank B. Powell and Mrs. H. M. Smith. Four brothers, three sons-in- law, and a host of friends survive. ```markdown ``` "Great minds run in the same channel," says an old adage. This must be so for in our last issue we spread across the entire first page the caption to this story. Many other race newspapers were equally alert and the "Hook" is now a common saying. "Judge Hook got the hook" and there is no denying it. He was hooked good and strong and the "hook" was that worm-like race called the NEGRO. Hook the "Hook" would make a capital story or an attractive name for one of those dare devil devices at a summer park. But Hook, oh peculiar name, has more significance at this time and we repeat lest you forget, "Judge Hook got the Hook." Others thought so too. We publish a few of them: "JUDGE HOOK GOT THE HOOKS."—The Indianapolis Freeman. "HOOK IS HELD BACK BY TAFT.—Judge Hook eliminated for supreme court judge. Due to decision in Jim Crow car case. Secretary Nagel, it is now believed, will be named."—The Wisconsin Weekly Defender. "TAFT TURNS HOOK DOWN.—Jim Crow judge from Kansas not for Harlen's place. Protests swamp capital. Able and learned Kansas Federal Circuit court judge who concurred in decision sustaining Jim Crow car cruelty in Oklahoma. Disqualified by president and cabinet."—Washington Special in Amsterdam News. FROM VIRGINIA.—It is now announced that President Taft has decided to let Judge Hook remain in Kansas on account of a prejudiced decision rendered by him some time ago in a "Jim Crow" case. If this report is true, it will do more to rally the colored voters in the doubtful states and in the Southland than a thousand speeches could do in the next six months."—Richmond Planet. A CHANGE OF MIND.—"The appointment of Judge William C. Hook, of Kansas, to succeed Justice Harlan on the bench of the Supreme court of the United States, seemed almost certain to a late hour Wednesday. Upon the first mention of Judge Hook, the president was reminded of the part he took in the "Jim Crow Law Decision" and protests were sent in against him from all quarters of the country."—Afro-American Ledger, Baltimore. PRESIDENT TAFT REJECTS HOOK.—"Readers of The Fellowship Herald remember editorials in last week's issue calling on the race to send letters of protest to President Taft protesting against the appointment of Judge William C. Hook of Kansas for his outrageous Jim Crow decision in McCabe vs. Atchison Topela and Santa Fe R. R. The Herald was the only negro journal in Chicago Table Nuptial Next Tuesday to Be featured in the Chicago Defender- phic Description of Both Church emory and Reception by Best writers. is issue of Saturday, February da, the Chicago Defender will feature the Bates-Emanuel Wedding which takes place at Bethel A. M. E. Church Tuesday evening, February 20th. Both the church ceremony and the reception to follow will be under the careful eyes of our best writers. Every detail of this notable wedding will be published in our next issue. Order a copy of The Defender in advance. Tell your new dealers TO-DAY to hold a copy for you. Bethel Church, spacious as it is, will be taxed to its capacity. The Defender will be repressed everywhere, so don't fall to order a copy of the paper. FLEES TO SAVE LIFE. Mrs. Harry Brown Hurries From Mexico When Insurrection Arises. Mrs. Harry (Tennie) Brown arrived in the city Thursday morning from Kansas City after a record-breaking trip from Chihuahua, Mexico, from which place she had to flee for her life. The long threatened insurrection broke out all of a sudden and Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Gilles were compelled to take refuge in flight. Mr. Brown and Mr. Gilles were unable to join them, but last reports say they were safe. These refugees are not very complimentary to the protection the great U. S. A. affords American citizens in U. S. foreign countries. The Chicago Defender. MR. HUGH A. QUINN. Democratic candidate for Alderman of the 30th Ward. Primaries Feb. 27th. MRS. ELIZABETH COLBERT DEAD. CHICAGO, ELL., SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1912. M. HON. W. ALLISON SWEENEY Certainly Chicago's most fluent and eloquent orator—this is freely conceded—but many are there who question if the whole race can muster a half dozen in his class. Be that as it may, few will disagree with his concluding estimate of Lincoln, rendered in an address last Monday night before The Ways and Means Society of Grace Presbyterian church. Sald Mr. Sweeney: "Not since the Nazarene went His way has there walked the earth a soul so great, a spirit so gentle, a vision so profound. His fame is as broad as the planet; his memory will endure forever." CORDIAL INVITATION FROM GEORGIA STATE COLLEGE. Wants World to Attend Farmers Conference, Feb. 22, 23—Will Distribute Literature and Seeds. By Randolph R. Abbott. Savannah, Gn., Feb. 16.—The Georgia State college extends a cordial invitation to all who are interested in farming to attend a conference that is to be held at the college, Feb. 22, 23. The previous conferences held Certainly Chloe ceded—but many half dozen in his cluding estimate fore The Ways and Sweeney: "Not s earth a soul so great is as broad as the here have done a vast amount of good for the negro farmers in this section. Our idea at first was to interest the nearest farmers, but we found out that many attended from a distance, so we invite everyone interested in the work. This year's meeting will be our best one. Fine speakers at every session. We will distribute free interesting literature and seeds. Experts will discuss tuberculosis, pneumonia, the hook worm, education, agriculture and every other subject of interest to the people. Everyone interested in the advancement of the negro is invited. Come for instruction or come to give encouragement. Either way you are welcome. DID YOU GET A VALENTINE? St. Valentine's Day and its sentiment-expressed in flowers, a verse or the ornate lace, heart-baddecked valentines, swayed Chicago Wednesday. The cheaply printed, insulting so-called comic valentines, according to dealers, are passing out of existence. Red, heart-shaped boxes of candy were most conspicuously in vogue this year. Did you get one? ANOTHER MARCH WEDDING. Announcement is made of the wedding of Mr. Samuel E. White and Miss Corrine Hale. Wednesday evening March 27th. Mr. White is a popular Chicago boy and lives with his mother, Mrs. Eliza White, 19 E. 28th street. Miss Hale is a charming social light and resides with her mother at 3435 Wabash avenue. MAKES WILL, CHANGES MIND. Miss Demie Williams, 5619 Wabash avenue, was taken to the Wesley hospital on Monday for an operation. Before leaving she made a will bequeathing all her worldly goods to the poor, but after a consultation with a Defender Reporter there is little chance for its execution for she now feels she will pull through all right. The Ways and Means Society, Grace Presbyterian, Honor the Memory of the Great Emancipator. Last Monday evening the home of Mr. and Mrs. William H. rudlum, 3630 Pearborn street, was the scene of a very brilliant affair—a Lincoln memorial entertainment—given under the M. W. ALLISON SWEET Mago's most fluent and eloquent orator—there are who question if the whole race class. Be that as it may, few will disagree of Lincoln, rendered in an address last and Means Society of Grace Presbyterian since the Nazarene went His way has great, a spirit so gentle, a vision so pro-planet; his memory will endure forever. auspices of the Ways and Means society to increase the building fund of $1,000, these earnest workers have pledged to Grace Presbyterian church On entering this comfortable home the guests were met with a cheerful welcome, a blaze of light, and decorations in the national colors and likenesses of the immortal Lincoln, artistically arranged by Miss Irene Berenice, the gifted daughter of this home of "southern hospitality" always manifest whenever its doors are open for the benefit of some worthy cause. There were more than fifty persons present at the beginning of the excellent program. At the hour of nine the initial opening was announced by Mrs. Moses P. Samuels: A piano solo by Miss Irene Hudlin. Next followed the reading and recital of anecdotes and incidents in the life of the Great Emancipator tenderly and beautifully given by different members of the society. There was a unique and humorous from the pen of Mrs. M. E. Henderson, a timely relief from the solemnity the occasion had created. Last on the program was the Hon. W. Allison Sweeney, who in a wonderful flow of eloquence subdued his listeners to an impressive silence. To quote his conclusion thought, "Not since the Nazarene went His way has there walked the earth a soul so great, a spirit so gentle, a vision so profound; his fame is as broad as the planet, his memory will endure forever." It was an occasion not to be forgotten, and the president, Mrs. Clara Studymire, and her associate officers and members of the society, hereby thank their friends for their loyal response to their invitation. THE HALLYS GO TO MARDI GRAS. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hally spent Sunday visiting at the home of Mr. Hally's brother in Bloomington, Ill. They both will leave Saturday, Mrs. Hally going to Sparta, Ill., for a two week's visit with her mother, Mr. Hally going to witness the Mardi Gras, New Orleans, La. MR. JESSE BINGA TO WED MISS EUDORA JOHNSON. Invitations Issued for the Marriage of Our Only Banker and the Daughter of One of Chicago's Pioneer Families Tuesday Evening. Mrs. Louisa A. Ray issued invitations this week to the marriage of her sister, Miss Eudora Johnson, and Mr. Jesse Binga, Tuesday evening, Feb. 20. The ceremony is announced at seven o'clock followed by a recep- NEY this is freely con- ace can muster a tree with his con- Monday night be- church. Said Mr. there walked the found. His fame tion from eight to eleven o'clock at 3324 Vernon avenue. Miss Johnson is the daughter of one of Chicago's oldest families, well known and admired for her charming manners and amiable disposition. Mr. Blinga, banker and real estate expert, is one of our most popular young men. SINGLE MEN ELIGIBLE BACHELORS Following up our article in our last week's issue entitled, "Many June Brides," we want to add the following names: Misses. Edna Winslow, Hattie Winslow, Blanch and Emma Shaw, Florence and Maude Williams, India Deming, Hattie and Carrie Flouellen, Carrie Leeper, Francis Smith, Minnie King, Mable Bolden; Mesdames Mary Russell, Rose Parham, Hattie Woundsridge, Nan Tucker, Lizzie Johnson. These names were omitted last week. Our list entitled Single Men and Eligible Bachelors will be published complete in our next issue. WAITER DROPS DEAD IN HOTEL Mr. Peter Williams of Fifty-six and Jefferson avenue, a waiter at the Hotel Del Prado, dropped dead there Tuesday afternoon. Mr. Williams was resting in the "waters' quarters" between meals when he was suddenly taken ill and died before medical assistance arrived. The body was removed to Rawlin's morgue. The coroner's inquest Wednesday showed that death was from natural causes. Mr. Williams was 65 years old. DR. AND MRS. R. H. HARDIN EN-TERTAIN CELIBERTIES While in the city last week for a short time Mrs. Aida Overton Walker, Miss Hazel Thompson and Creeighton Thompson were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. Robt. H. Hardin, 250 E. 37 street. Reports from Kansas City Thursday say that Mrs. Walker & Co. are meeting with great success. BRILLIANT WEDDING CROWNING EVENT ST. VALENTINES DAY Reese-Edwards Nuptials At Olivet Baptist Church, Wednesday Night Typical of the Day—Love and Flowers Everywhere—Miss Jesse Bates and Mr. Floyd Emanuel, Bride and Groom-Elect an Attractive Feature of Bridal Party—Church Packed to the Doors—1,500 Is Estimated Number of Those Who Attended Ceremony. AUTOMOBILES CARRY PARTY TO AND FROM CHURCH. Reception at the Home of Bride's Parents—Delightful Evening—Young People Still Adhere to Spirit of the Day—Cupid's Shadow Seen Everywhere—Other Engagements to Be Announced Soon—Happy Couple Depart for New York on Thursday—Wedding Cake the Gift of Champion Jack Johnson—Other Presents. Mr. Chas. L. Reese and Miss Gladys Suelid Edwards were united in matrimony Wednesday night of this week at Olivet Baptist church in the presence of an audience that taxed the elfice to its utmost capacity. Long before the hour set, eight o'clock, the church was crowded and by the time the bridal party arrived standing room was at a premium. of honor, Miss Norma Porter. The flower girls, Lena Walker and Thelma Ewing, and the ring bearer, Juanta Emanuel. Up the other aisle came the groomsmen, Floyd Emanuel, Arthur Reece and George Garner, Jr. Then came the charming bride with a delightful creation entrained with orange blossoms and carrying a large bouquet. At the The gallant ushers, immaculate in conventional attire, found considerable difficulty in keeping the aisles clear for the arrival of the wedding party. The entire ceremony was remarkable for its simplicity. There was no elaborate attempt at decoration, only the wedding spirit was manifest in the back ground of Southern smilax and cut flowers. A huge wedding bell of white roses formed a delightful background during the ceremony. To the strains of Lohengrin played by Organist Prof. Alphonso Johnson the bridal party entered the church. Up one aisle came the maids of honor, Misses Jessie Bates, Evangeline Whitman, Ruth Young and the maid The Gleaner, St. Thomas, B. W. Praises Chicago Singer In Several Articles. Coincident with the return of Mime. Brown this week from her tour through the tropics we reprint an extract from The Glennae. St. Thomas' leading newspaper, which reached us today: St. Thomas. British West Indies, Feb. 16 (Special to Chicago Defender) —The Conversorum was packed to its utmost seating and standing capacity on Tuesday night—a large percentage of the audience was made up of society folk of Kingston and St. Andrew—when Madam Anita Pitten Brown of Chicago, U. S. A. gave her final concert in this island, which she has toured for the past two or three months. Madame Brown was supported by Mrs. L. Smith, the clever elocutionist and my nologist. The audience had come expecting to hear something exceptionally fine from the talented artists, and their expectations were, fully realized. Madame Brown was in magnificent voice and in the opinion of many in that crowded house, her singing was the finest ever heard in this island so far as memory goes. Her articulation and vocalization were flawless and the audience showed its delight in generous applause. Equally brilliant in her line was Mrs. Smith, who, as an eloquentist is as fine as any ever seen in Jamaica. Her interpretation of the parts "Suspicion" and "Charity," in a sketch written by Mrs. Smith exclusively for Miss Brown and herself, was particularly brilliant, while her "Southern darky party" given in the speech on the "Darkies below Dixie Line" kept the audience in roars of laughter. The program opened with a selection on the planoforte by Mrs. Smith, and then Madame Brown, in costume, interpreted Faust's Marguerite for which she was enthusiastically enced. Mrs. Smith won fresh laurels with Baker's "Aux Italian" and Madame Brown, in costume, warbled the Indian Bell song, from Lackme. After the sketch "A Dream," already referred to, Madame Brown sang "Vool di Primawa" (in Italian), "I Saw them Kiss" and "Coming Thro' the Rye," the last named bringing the house to its feet to applaud. Never before had the popular old ditty been so sweetly interpreted. Mrs. Smith gave her "Southern Darkey Party," and we cannot say too much in praise of this clever cultured all round artist. In conclusion Madame Brown sang "A Child's Prayer," then (by special request) "The Last Rose of Summer," in which she roused her audience to deep emotion, and Tosisi's "Good Bye" the song which never dies. Just as the audience rose to leave Madame Brown and Mrs. Smith broke into that grand old song, "Home, Home, Sweet Home"—an appropriate ending to a magnificent performance. Mr. Cocking, who had charge of the concert, must be congratulated on the grand success it turned out to be. DO YOU LIKE THE DEFENDER. Why not pay for it; why not get your friends to subscribe for it; why don't you pay your subscriptions promptly and not lend your neighbor borrowed property? PRICE 5 CENTS ING ING EVENT T. VALENTINES DAY Divet Baptist Church, Wednesday Love and Flowers Everywhere— Lloyd Emanuel, Bride and Groom— of Bridal Party—Church Packed estimated Number of Those Who CITY TO AND FROM CHURCH. Parents—Delightful Evening—Young of the Day—Cupid's Shadow Seen to Be Announced Soon—Happy on Thursday—Wedding Cake the Gift er Presents. of honor, Miss Norma Porter. The flower girls, Lena Walker and Thelma Ewing, and the ring bearer, Juanta Emanuel. Up the other alsie came the groomsmen, Floyd Emanuel, Arthur Reece and George Garner, Jr. Then came the charming bride with a delightful creation entrained with orange blossoms and carrying a large bouquet. At the altar they were met by the groom and best man, Mr. Smith and the pastor, Rev. E. J. Fisher, who united them in holy wedlock. An attractive feature of the bridal party was Miss Jessie Bates and Floyd Emanuel, bride and groom elect. The reception that followed at the home of the bride's parents, 3333 State street, was largely attended. The young people had the time of their lives and still adhered to the spirit of the day. Cupid's shadow was seen everywhere, it was rumored, and other engagements will soon be announced. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Reece departed for New York amid a shower of old shoes and rice Thursday afternoon. J. H. S. MR. GENE HOWARD HAS BIRTHDAY SURPRISE. Our Popular Townspen Lured From Home While Friends Prepare Bountenous Reast. The birthday of Mr. Gene Howard, which was Saturday, Feb. 10, 1912, was observed with a delightful surprise whist party and smoker. The guests assembled at the residence of Mr. Geo. Chandler, 6504 St. Lawrence avenue, and while Gene was being lured elsewhere they went in a body to the Howard residence, 6454 Vincennes avenue. Mrs. Lucille Howard, who was responsible for this splendid occasion, escorted her husband into the presence of the assembled guests, whereupon he was congratulated up on his birthday. Whist engaged the attention of the guests, while Mr. James Mundy favored those assembled with choice music. After the sumptuous menu had been served, consisting of chicken croquettes with cream sauce, form potatoes, peas with young carrots, olives, coffee, hot rolls, ice cream and cake, the winners of the prizes were announced. First prize, a hand-painted shaving mug, to Mr. Anderson Gilbert; second, a hand-painted collar button box, to Mr. Reuben Shuckley; the booby, a miniature deck of cards; to M- Chas. Taylor. Those present were: Messrs. A. Malone, Gene Howard, Chas. Taylor, A. Gilbert, G. Chandler, Horace, Cross, C. Galnes, Rush Yerby, Dave Thomas, H. Cave, R. Shockley, Wm. Carroll, James A. Mundy, C. Cross, J. Howard, Mrs. S. Cross, Mrs. J. Howard and Mrs. Lucie Howard. All wished Mr. Howard many more such birthdays. KNIGHTS OF RYTHIAS. Uniform Rank Holds Joint Installation and Listens to Many Speeches. The Uniform Ranks of the Knights of Pythias held a joint installation of officers Monday evening, Feb. 12. Col. Commander H. H. Diggs, First Regiment, was master of ceremonies. Major General R. R. Jackson installed the officers. There were addresses by Dr. A. A. Wesley, General C. L. Hill, General J. M. Lawrence, Major General R. P. Jackson. An orchestra furnished enlivening music. HUSBAND ENTERTAINS WIFE. A delightful affair Wednesday night was a birthday party complimentary to Mrs. A. E. Hoff, by her husband at their residence, 3206 Wabash avenue. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Allen, Mr. and Mrs. King, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Halloway, Mr. and Mrs. Pettigrew, Mr. and Mrs. I. Blackman, Miss Florence Smith, Mr. Bennie Berrell, Mr. Eugene Blackburn, Mr. E. Harrison and Mr. J. Wagoner DESERVING FAMILY NEEDS HELP. Mr. Massey Lee, of St. Mary's A. M. E. Church, who has a wife and four children, lost everything that they had last Saturday night by fire. Anything that you may have in the way of bed clothing, wearing apparel or house furniture will be thankful received at the residence of Rev. H. gins, 4850 Dearborn street, or te phone Kenwood 79. Birthdays of Three World Leaders Celebrated—Lincoln, "The Emancipator;" Douglass, "The Diplomat and Statesman," and Richard Allen, "Founder and First Bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church," Lauded in Oration and Song—Nation Pays Tribute to a Trio of Leaders—A Notable Affair. PRESIDENT B. W. FITTS PRESIDES—TELLS OF WORK. Bethel Literary Club Has a Three-Fold Celebration Sunday Night—State Senator Ettelson Has Lincoln as subject, While Major R. R. Jackson in Happy Vein Talks on Frederick Douglass—The Founder of the A. M. E. Church Eloquently Discussed by Mr. E. A. Wilbur Johnson—Fellowship Club Excels Record for Literary Endeavor. Sunday night the Bethel Literary club celebrated the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, the Emancipator; Frederick Douglass, the diplomat and statesman, and Richard Allen, Founder of the A. M. E. church. cussed Frederick Douglass in happy vein, while Mr. E. Wilber Johnson's paper on the life and work of Richard Allen was the literary event of the evening. Mr. Opal D. Cooper, Miss C Delpha Boger, Mr. Andrew J. Childress and Mrs. Bertha Grady renders This three-fold celebration was the means of bringing out a fair-sized audience and President B. W. Pitts, and the club were praised for their many splendid literary efforts. The speaker of the evening was State Senator Samuel A. Etelson, who spoke on Lincoln, the lawyer and statesman. Major R. R. Jackson dis- HE DEPENDED ON HIS WIFE How the Nearsighted Old Man A most Slept Himself to Death, Never Eating. It seems that an old man with some property had married an elderly lady. The lady was a sprightly dame, executive, lively and keen. The bridegroom could not see more than an inch beyond his nose, and he was pretty hard of hearing, too. So he depended a good deal on his wife, you understand. He'd wake up in the morning and wonder if it wasn't time to get up for breakfast. So he'd slide out of bed and took in his wife's room. If she was up, he'd begin dressing; if she was still in the hay, he'd go back and have another nap. Well, the lady got on to this habit of his. She fixed up a dummy out of bedclothes one morning just before she went downstairs. The old man came into the rooft an hour later, squinted at the bed and said, "Anna's still asleep," and went right back to the feathers. After he had slept awhile he took another observation Same business. It was ten days before he found out how his wife had been fooling him. He blame near slept himself to death meanwhile. He never had a meal and he got weaker and weaker, but he never get up. He didn't know it was morning yet. And the old lady had the time of her life; she had saved $14.36 in groceries alone. Higgins, the driver of the pie wag on, told us this. And he swears it's true, but we swear not at all—Cleverland Plain Dealer. CHILDREN A RECENT Not Before the Nineteenth Century Were They Truthfully Portrayed In Literature. Children were only found yesterday, Before the nineteenth century the child mind and the child heart were not supposed to have enough in them to interest the majestic adult. It is true that you find a delightful baby in Homer; that in Virgil there is the prettiest glimpse of a little girl, and up and down in the classics you may meet half a dozen other pleasant shadows of children. But they are only shadows, only at the most charming pictures. They give you much as if they were painting or sculpture; for in children's bodies art has always had interest enough—only what a child looks like, the pretty weakness, the instinct for play, the naive gesture and movement. Not till the "return to nature," not till the spirit of romance moved on the waters at the end of the eighteenth century, do you find poets beginning to tell of the thought and faith in a child's mind, the mysteries of the child's heart, the fancies that are dreams and the fancies that are visions. You may think that they have gone too far, that they read into childhood the laborious philosophizing and sometimes the labored sentimentality of the adult. But no one who loves children will deny that the : of the children in nineteenth century books have a far richer reality, a far fuller life than any that were born in early works. And some of the best are in Dickens—London Telegraph. --- Child's Burden of Care "You must try to be like God, sounee," said the kindly minister to the worried looking child who entertained him in the parlor while his mother, upstairs, was preparing for company. "I guess I must be," the boy answered, wrinkling his brows, "for God and me glaimed for about everything that happens in this house. If it's a big thing, they say the Lord did it, and if any little thing goes wrong it's sure to be me!" --- Would Not Part With Dog. Not only in England and America, but in Germany, fanciers pay high prices for dogs. At the recent exhibition of dogs at Cassel a Frenchman offered $3,000 for a police dog. The dog belongs to Sergent Dacker, who refused the tempting offer, observing that his dog should not quit Germany at any price. --- Both Good and Evil Recorded. In the Koran we read: "Behold there are watchers over you; worthy recorders knowing what you do; and whosoever shall have wrought an it's weight of evil shall behold it" cussed Frederick Douglass in happy vein, while Mr. E. Wilber Johnson's paper on the life and work of Richard Allen was the literary event of the evening. Mr. Opal D. Cooper, Miss C. Delpha Boger, Mr. Andrew J. Childress and Mrs. Bertha Grady rendered vocal selections. Dunbars" The Colored Soldiers," by Mrs. R. A. Jackson, was another interesting feature. Prof Edward Morris, organist of Qu尔 chapel, accompanied his young people's club in a beautiful selection Miss Hunt presided at the organ while Miss Marion Samer accompanied the solists. SOME FACTS ABOUT SLEEP Caused by a Withdrawal of Blood From the Brain, Says Modern Physiology. All the organs of life rest in some way or other. The heart has an in- terval of rest between each combined act of contraction and expansion and the beginning of a fresh act. Between each expiration of the lungs and the succeeding inspiration there is a period of repose. Physiologists have calculated that the heart reposes during about one-fourth of the time. Certain of the other organs suspend their activity in part during sleep. Old physiologists supposed that sleep was caused by the pressure of the blood on the brain. But modern physiology, with a tendency to regard the brain as the origin of all force and of all functions of the body, in- clines to the view that sleep is caused by a withdrawal of blood from the brain. As a rule, the larger the brain the more sleep it requires. Webster went to bed at nine o'clock and rose at five. General Grant used to say, during his campaigns, "I can do nothing without nine hours' sleep." A curious trait has marked men of large brain—that of sleeping at will. Bonaparte used to throw himself on the ground and go to sleep within a space of two minutes. Pitt was a sound sleeper, and slept night after night in the house of commons while his colleagues watched the debate and roused him when it was necessary that he should speak. Slamase English. The proprietors of a Slamsene newspaper have distributed handbills containing the following notice: "The news of English we tell the latest. Writ in perfectly style and most earliest. Do a murder git commit, we hear of and tell it. Do a mighty chief die, we publish it, and in borders of sombre. Staff has each one been college, and write like the Kipping and the Dickens. We circle every town and extortionate not for advertisements. Buy it. Buy it. Tell each of you its greatness for good. Ready on Friday. Number first."—Everybody's Magazine. Bar-Beliefs of the Stone Age Some large bas-reliefs dating from the Stone Age have just been discovered at Lanosel, in the French province of Dordogne. They are sculptured on the rock of a shallow grotto, and solely represent animals. It is thought that the primitive sculptors probably refrained from introducing the human figure in art by a tabu similar to the present Mohametan tabu on such representation. The animals shown in the reliefs are reindeer, oxen, blesis, and a huge horse of prehistoric dimensions. The Unexpect d. It was on a Newton-Brighton surfco car. The conductor was calling at the names of the streets. Suddally he called in a clear, loud voice, "Eleanor, Eleanor!" Imagine the passengers' surprise when a small, pretty young lady looked up from a book and said, "Well, what is it?" There is a difference of opinion as to whether the joke was on the young lady or the conductor—Boston Journal. Seven Pounds of Toothache A keeper, who was attracted the other day by trumpetlings and loud roarings from the elephant cage in a menagerie at Woodbridge, England, found one of the elephants in an agony of toothache. He was unable to relieve it, and later heard a thud on the floor. It was found that the elephant had cast a tooth weighing, it is stated, about seven pounds. Turned Her Gold Into Nugget. Mme. Couly of Romortin, France, who had concealed $400 in gold in her kitchen grate during a brief absence, forgot all about it on her return, and lit a fire which converted her whole fortune into a gold nugget. Consent Always Obtained A court of common council of London, England, found after informal investigation of charges made that "no officer of the corporation ever played golf in business hours without the consent of the head of the department." The Latest News of the Work in This City—Items of Interest—Speakers. The executive committee of the South Side Department, Y. M. C. A., are arranging for another rally meeting in the interest of the department's work. This meeting is to be held in one of our large churches. Further announcements will be made in detail in this paper on next week. Mr. J. M. Higginbotham continues to be very active in securing money from subscribers to our building fund. A check was received recently from him as payment on several subscribers' accounts. Messrs. G. W. McKinley, A. D. Brown, Jackson Gordon, J. H. Roberts, C. Davis and Chas. W. Pierce visited the Wilson avenue Y. M. C. A. on last Tuesday evening. All expressed themselves as pleased with the work that is being done in this department of the Y. M. C. A. and are more determined to work for the securing of our building and equipment. At the meeting of the Employed Officers' Conference held at the Division Street Department, Y. M. C. A., on Wednesday, Feb. 14, Mr. L. C. Hollister, secretary of N. W. University, Y. M. C. A., read a paper on "How Can the Association Co-operate With the Church in Evangelization?" Dr. J. T. Stone delivered an address, "Evangelization—The Mission of the Church." The Y. M. C. A. of Chicago is studying the problem of co-operating with the churches in tying men to some definite work with the church. These discussions will continue through the winter and it is hoped that the Association and the church may come closer together and do their work more effectively. The assistant secretary of the South Side department was in attendance at this conference. The Y. M. C. A. sent an exhibit of their work and the progress made to the Abraham Lincoln Center on last Tuesday evening. This exhibit was under the auspices of the Fellowship club. This club will hold a future exhibit in another section of the city on Feb. 22, 1912, at which time our exhibit will again be made. Mr. J. E. Mooreland, International Secretary of Y. M. C. A., has completed the first report made from data furnished by the members of the Building Campaign club (composed of all secretaries who have had campaigns). This report is being sent on the following route and will remain three days with each secretary: Atlantic City, N. J., Philadelphia, Pa., Pittsburg, Pa., Columbus, Ohio, Dayton, Ohio, Indianapolis, Ind., Chicago, IL., Louisville, KY., Atlanta, Ga., Los Angeles, Cal., Washington, D. C. Dr. J. T. Jenifer addressed the men of the South Side Department, Y. M. C. A., at the meeting on last Sunday. He used the subject "Life as a Battle." All were deeply impressed with his interesting and instructive remarks. Mr. C. B. Hosmer, field secretary of Tuskegee institute, was in attendance at our meeting on Sunday afternoon and became a volunteer subscriber to our campaign fund. Quite frequently complaints have come to us from persons interested in the Y. M. C. A. movement that they were not asked for subscriptions to the building fund, and for this reason feel that the Y. M. C. A. had sided them intentionally. It must be taken into consideration that short period in which our campaign was conducted, the limited campaign workers and the large field that we had to cover in order to secure subscriptions to the movement. It was not intended to slight anyone and we are making this explanation to all persons who feel inclined to help our work and have not done so because they were not approached during the campaign. Subscriptions are being made to our fund every week and while no campaign is being conducted for the securing of them we are pleased to accept additional subscriptions. We have been fortunate in securing Dr. J. P. Thomas as the speaker for our meeting on the first Sunday in March. Dr. Thomas and all the activities of his church subscribed to our building fund. The announcement of the subject of the address and the entire program will be made through the columns of this paper in the next issue. THE ASSEMBLY DANCING PARTY The Assembly held its second subscription dancing party last Wednesday day evening at Oakland music hall which proved a very delightful affair. It was decidedly a young folks party, though not as well attended as was anticipated, but all present had an enjoyable evening. Among the married people present were Mr. and Mrs. William Washington of Boston, Mass., Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Fry, Mrs. Erina Jones, Mrs. B. F. Mosely, Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Washington, Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Lawrence, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. David McGowan, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Cowan, Mr. and Mrs. James Nelson, Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Shanklin, Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Mead, Col. and Mrs. J. R. Marshall, Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Watkins, Mrs. Al. Hampton, R. A. J. Shaw, Julius N. Avendorph, Mr. and Mrs. Vance Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. R. Herreld, Dr. and Mrs. E. S. Miller, Mrs. Mamie Smith, Dr. and Mrs. Dickerson and Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jones and Col. and Mrs. James Johnson. One of the amusing and enjoyable features of the party was an old-time quadrilite at which Mr. Julius N. Arena called. A PUZZLE Mr. Henry G. Roberts, 5619 Wabash avenue, mysteriously sprained his ankle last week. His ankle is sprained badly, but Mrs. Roberts cannot interpret the mumbled words when she asks him the cause. Famous A. M. E. College in the Limelight-Interesting Items Concerning Faculty and Pupils. By R. G. Bruce. President Entertains Juniors Wilberforce, Ohio, Feb. 16.—The Juniors, like their predecessors, the Seniors, were the recipients of a banquet tendered them by President Scarborough and wife at their beautiful home, "Treton Place." The Juniors furnished an excellent program for the occasion, which was supplemented by remarks from President Scarborough, Mrs. Scarborough and Miss Halle Q. Brown. In appreciation of this hospitality the Juniors presented the President and Mrs. Scarborough with a beautiful "loving cup." A very enjoyable time was had by all present and the Juniors reluctantly departed, carrying with them memories of one of the most delightful affairs of the year, and all were unanimous in declaring the President and Mrs. Scarborough "Prince of entertainers." President Scarborough left Monday for the east. He will attend the Baltimore Conference and will include New York, Boston, Philadelphia and Washington in his itinerary. Senior Cottage Notes The young ladies of the Senior Cottage gave an informal tea in honor of the Wilborforce Orchestra, Saturday evening, Feb. 10th. Music was the feature of the occasion. There were several invited guests. We hope they return again. Messrs. Pruitt, Ward, Hanna, Gordon, David, Tankersley and Anderson were some of the many callers last week. The Seniors greatly appreciated the reception given in their honor by President and Mrs. Scarborough last week. All enjoyed the occasion. We hope we shall soon reciprocate the same and honor our president and wife as they should. Miss Calloway still improves. Miss Carlow still improves. Miss H. Tuppins is residing in the Senior Cottage for a few days. She is visiting relatives and friends here. M. D.—Where is Mad? I. J.—Mad who? M. D.—Madagascar. If W. S. D. lived in England, would he let Crosby? If E. H. kissed C., would Mildred Hop-per? For ideas on social life see J. B. and M. H. We notice that some of our "friends" have left us! Come back, fair dame. How dare these depart in anger? Some "Pickererenes." If M. Hatcook was an orphan, would she be a Ward? Would socializing increase if we had Parks? If the potatoes boiled, would Mary Frye? Arnett Hall. A dinner was given Monday evening in the dining hall of Arnett Hall in honor of the winning basketball team, which won the first game of the season last Monday morning. Those present at the basket ball table were: Misses Cora Mayo, Elizabeth Adams, Lucille Ford, Martha Denmark, Edna Hill, Hazel Thompson, Mattie Miller, Bessie Garvin, Abbie Anderson, Julia Bumery, Myrtle Hatcock, Sadie Calloway, La Ursa Snelson, Miss B. V. Morris, instructor in cooking, Supt. W. A. Joina, and Secretary T. C. Carter. Prof. Thompson, instructor in mechanical drawing, is unable to be in his class room on account of ill health. A "Saturday Night" club was organized Feb. 3 in Arnett Hall. On Feb. 10 a delightful evening was spent with Dunbar. Opening Basket Ball. Opening Basket Ball. At ten 4'clock Monday morning the opening basket ball game of the season took place in the Armory, between the first and second teams' of the Girls' Basket Ball team. In this game they were called the University Team and the State Team, respectively. About 100 persons assembled to witness the first game of its kind ever played at Wilberforce. The teams wore blue uniforms with yellow trimmings. Each girl played her part well. Denmark and Rice were good forwards, Havis' bumping was great, and Ford and Thompson played excellent as guards. Beverley worked fast, but Mayo proved herself queen of the day Her making baskets was almost a fad. Her reach was great, showing good practice and excellent team work. The score was 14 to 4 in favor of the State Team. On a whole the game was well played and both teams should be congratulated for their fine showings. The enthusiasm among the spectators was great. Cheering and yelling was almost deafening. The young women of Arnett Hall, led by some of the Seniors, paraded the campus after the game, serenading the winning team. A special supper was served to them in Arnett Hall. It is hoped that these young women will be encouraged in their good work, and that these public games will be held often. The lineup: University Team—Center. Alma Havis; Forwards, Bernice Rice, Edith Thompson; Guards, Fannie Davis, Margaret Beverly. State Team—Center, Lucile Ford; Forwards, Cora Mayo, Martha Denmark; Guards, Elizabeth Adams, Hazel Thompson. Subs.-Mattle L. Miller, Edna Hill. Founder's Day A comedy, "The Great Plummer Breach of Promise Case," given under the auspices of the Young Ladies' Athletic Association of Wilberforce University, Feb. 23, at Galloway Hall. This will mark the beginning of Founder's Day. Shorter Hall. Miss Nannie Kelley, of Louisville, Ky, has recovered from a serious attack of tonsillitis. All students are glad to see, her out again Miss Willie Strother, of Chicago, is on the slick list this week. Frock Day. Those who were forunate enough to be at Wilberforce on last Wednesday, witnessed a rather unique feature in college life—Frock Day. The young men were dressed in frocks, celebrating St. Valentine's day. The fellows represented themselves well. Some looked like jack leg preachers, back woodmen, log splitters, crow hoppers, and grass hoppers. Others looked like bishops, college professors, lawyers, college presidents; while others looked like—well, we'll let you name it and keep it. OUT IN ENGLEWOOD Weekly Letter from This Thriving Section of the City—All the News. A Correction. Mr. Walter Stroder, who died last month and was head private waiter at the Old Grand Pacific Hotel for a number of years, was not married to Miss Grace Knighten at no time. Miss Fannie Childs was his first and only wife. [Correction should have been made before—a similarity of names was the cause.—Ed.] Mrs. Laura Selmon, niece of Mrs. Wilson, 6156 Ada street, is confined to her bed. Mrs. G. Smith, of 6022 Aberdeen, is still confined to the house. Mrs. F. Turner, of 6012 Aberdeen street, is be out again among her friends after being confined to the house for several weeks with a sore foot which proved to be very serious. Mrs. Branch, of 6540 Vincennes avenue, was buried from Jackson morgue last Friday morning. Rev. Harris officiated assisted by Rev. Martin. The choir of Shiloh Baptist Church rendered the music. Look out for the Leap Year party given by the young ladies of Shiloh Baptist Sunday School. Mrs. Morgan, of Aberdeen street, is still on the sick list. Mrs. B. Bell, of 6211 Loomis street, has presented her husband with a fine girl. Mother and daughter are doing nicely. Friday night there was a sleigh party given by the young ladies of Class 8, of Shiloh Baptist Sunday School. Daly Bros. had a sleigh for the accommodation of the party. The party left the home of N. A. Grammer, 6545 Carpenter street, at 9 o'clock, and drove through Normal Park boulevard to 55th street, Washington Park to Mrs. Wright's, 5610 Drexel avenue, where they stopped for lunch. Miss Cleora Harris and Senoba Lewis were the originators of the idea. The Ideal Woman's Club meets Friday evening. Feb. 9, at Mrs. Tyler's, 1347 West 61st street, for the installation of officers. The meeting was opened by remarks by Rev. Harris, of Shiloh Church, after which Dr. Dixon made a few remarks. Program: solo by Mr. Daly; solo by Mrs. C. Reuben Smith, and instrumental solo by Mrs. Morrison. The officers were installed by Mrs. Macon. Refreshments were served. Mrs. Andrew Thomas is reported getting along fine; also her young daughter, which is three weeks old. Mrs. W. P. Harrison, of 1722 Nelson street, has returned from St. Luke's Hospital and is able to be up. Mr. J. B. Reel, who took sick in St. Louis the first of the year, is expected home next week. Mr. Reel's mother is here from Kentucky to assist his wife in taking care of him during his illness. The North Shore Club will be entertained by Mr. W. S. Daniel Feb. 20th. Black and White vs. White and Black. For many years a large department store has spent thousands of dollars on placards with which almost every article of merchandise is ticketed throughout the store, and only with in a short time did they realize the amount of money that was being wasted in using the white cardboard with black lettering. These white cards soon became solled and shop worn if allowed to remain in place any length of time. The cards which are handled by customers in bins, trays, etc., are even more so. By substituting the black cardboard with white lettering this store has overcome this difficulty to a very great extent. The show cards are always clean, fresh and bright-looking and they last many times as long, saving the firm several hundred dollars in the course of a year.—Bustiness. Efect Mall The first mail between New York and Boston was established in 1672. The letters were carried by a messenger, who was directed to "go and return as often as once a month." This monthly service seems to have been sufficient for some thirty years, when it was changed to a fortnightly service. In 1693 a well organized system of postoffices was established in Pennsylvania and in other localities. Superficie Diurna Noche Cure for Dime Novel Reading. It was asked recently what could be done to stop boys from reading dime novels, and the reply of one observer was: "Teach dime novels in the same way that you do English in the high schools and that will soon stop it." I know one or two young folks who will never read Scott, because Ivanhoe was taken up as a school subject. Live Australian Freaks A calf, somewhat of a freak of nature, was born on T. G. Ware's farm at Little Akaroa, Australia, recently. It has five legs, the extra one working in a socket in the breastbone. The calf is thriving, and is 'strong and healthy. Another freak, a lamb, is reported to have been born at Plat Point Station. It has three ears and eight legs. It did not live. Football Item. He stood on the bridge at twilight as the game drew near its close. "Twas a pensive mood in which he stood on the bridge of the halfback's nose—Washington Herald. TOLEDO BY PEN POINT. Toledo, Ohio, Feb. 16—The Julia H. Brown Circle of King's Daughters met Thursday afternoon with Mrs. J. R. Moore, 613 Pinewood avenue. The Y. W. Club of the 3rd Baptist Church met Wednesday night with Mrs. Geo. Grey. The Willing Workers Society met Friday afternoon with Mrs. Emma Gravitt. A Valentine Social and Apron and Quilt Sale was held at the 3rd Baptist Church Wednesday evening, Feb. 14th, by the Willing Workers Society. Mrs. Wm. E. Clement has been confined to her bed with rheumatism for several weeks. Mrs. Ella Clark is on the slick list. A very successful revival was held at Warren A. M. E. Church during the month of January under the leadership of the pastor, Rev. W. B. Lee, assisted by Mrs. Mary S. Smith, of Zanesville. Rev. Lee did not insist that the converts join Warren Church, but said his object was to see that the soul was saved. It is reported that over seventy-five have been added to the membership of Warren church alone, besides several who united with the 3rd Baptist Church. Rev. Lee has been very successful in his work in Toledo. It is hoped by many members of his own church and of the 3rd Baptist Church that he will be sent back here next September for another year, which would be his third year. CANDIDATE FOR LEGISLATURE PETER H. Major R. R. Jackson. Major R. R. Jackson, candidate for representative to the legislature from the Third Senatorial district. Soldier, orator, statesman and public spirited citizen. MRS. GEORGE WALKER ENTERTAINS AT WHIST IN HONOR OF MRS. JOHN WHITE. One of the prettiest afternoon afairs of the season was the whist party given by Mrs. George Walker of 522 East Bown avenue, on last Wednesday from two to five in honor of Mrs. John White, our most recent bride. Those present were Mesdames John Fry, F. A. Denfison, David McGowan, C. E. Bentley, E. H. Morris, John R. Marshall, L. N. Jones, R. A. J. Shaw, L. G. Wheeler, Jr., W. J. Jefferson, S. J. Evans, Charles Breckenridge of Evanston, John White and Missa Ada Lou Mitchell, Maude Taylor, Corine Wilson, Bertha Young, Vilain Harsh and Willey Hart of Indianapolis, Ind. Mrs. Walker, as usual, was a charming hostess. HON. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON PASSES THROUGH CITY. It was announced that Dr. Booker T. Washington, principal of Tuskegee Institute, would speak in this city on Thursday night. The noted educator arrived on time, but only left the train long enough to shake hands with a few friends and was off to Tuskegee to fill some important engagements. 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This old and reliable company invites you to form a part of its membership. Equal rates and protection to all. DEATHS OF THE WEEK Branch, Sallie W, 31 years, 6138 Aberdeen; Feb. 7. Branch, Cynthia, 32 years, 2938 Dearborn St.; Jan. 31. Cunningham, Mifield C, 5 days, 3608 Laurel St.; Jan. 31. Colbert, Elizabeth, 61 years, 4944 Wentworth Ave.; Feb. 9. Cinton, Jesse, 32 years, 2454 State St.; Feb. 9. Dixon, Geo. 45 years, 1826 Armour; Jan. 30. Foister, Alma, 1 year, 1749 Armour; Feb. 7. Green, Clarence C, 23 years, 3219 State Harris, Alexander, 41 years, 2902 Dearborn; Feb. 2. Harris, Alexander, 42 years, 5418 Dearborn; Feb. 2. Hill, Fannie, 26 years, 4008 Armour; Feb. 7. Jackson, Cora, 44 years, 4459 Prairie Ave.; Feb. 5. Keith, Wm. J, 32 years, 3914 State St.; Kersey, John, 49 years, 2705 Wabash; Feb. 6. Lagan, Martin, 50 years, 3708 State St.; Feb. 10. Lockwood, Ben L, 36 years, 1144 Wabash Ave.; Feb. 10. Laguis, Nancy, 58 years, 3936 Armour; Feb. 5. Pierce, Lorraine D, 1 year, 3757 Wabash; Randall, Alonzo, 32 years, 3506 Armour; Feb. 7. Riley, Addie, 28 years, 4121 Dearborn; Feb. 5. Terry, Harry, 34 years, Anderson, Ind.; Feb. 10. Taylor, Ella, 50 years, 4836 Vincennes Ave.; Jan. 20. Smith, Infant, 10 days, 3836 Dearborn; Feb. 12. Watson, Kenneth C, 4 days, 3622 Rhodes; Feb. 12. Walsh, Alice, 6 mo, 1713 Armour; Feb. 12. Young, Wm. H., 3641 Armour Ave.; Feb. 11. CARD OF THANKS The family and relatives desire to express their thanks and appreciation to us for our kindness and sympathy extended to us for the loss of our beloved mother, Mrs. Skilker. We are truly grateful. Mrs. Henry Young, Frank B. Powell and Mrs. H. M. Smith. In Praise of Courage Certain virtues are divided from vices by so narrow a line that we must discern very clearly to see the difference. Few men can distinguish pride from vanity; perseverance from stubbornness; economy from avarice. The same is true of courage as distinguished from erronyt. The courageous man must have ambition, not merely dream of what he would like to have. The audacious have been found fault with for their brutality in overcoming all obstacles—but force is necessary to accomplish any real purpose—Chicago American. Not the Only Favored One Young Jamie's people were poor and not always solvent, wherefore the lad, while still very young, knew the meaning of debt. One day when Jamie had been sent to ask a patient tradesman for more supplies he was hurt, and ashamed to see the man hesitate. "You needn't be afraid of sending the things because we owe you a little money," exclaimed the child, with indignation. "We owe plenty of people more than we owe you!" Red elbows, says the Evening News, are happily a thorn which may be removed. Saw off the red elbows, soak them in a bleaching mixture of unslaked lime, steep them in carbolic acid, and they will never trouble you again. Cold feet may be treated similarly. Res. Phones: Doug. 2686 Office: Oak 3128 Auto 72-607 DR. G. WILLIAM MILLER, Physician and Surgeon Office, 4709 State Street Hours: 9-11 A. M.; 1-3 and 6-8 P. M. Residence, 3552 Forest Ave. DR. A. BAILEY WILLIAMS, PHYSICIAN AND BURGEOEN. House: 1:30 a. m. to 1 p. m.; 8:30 p. m. to 8 p. m.; 7 a. m. to 8:30 p. m., and by Appointment. Provident Hospital Daily, 8-11 a. m. State Street Chicago, Ill. Phone Calumet 293. IDA M. DEMPCY Stenographer and Typist 3716 Dearborn St. Chicago, IA Smith @ Sons Restaurant and Lunch Room Extra Fine Home Cooking Private Dining Room 6286 State Street Chicago low yourself or those de- in the time of need for dollars. It requires very life insurance policy in the EMNITY COMPANY d in 1884) Beauty Hint. --- --- City Churches—Religious News Fredrick Douglass Center. Sunday afternoon, February 18 at 4 p. m., Miss A. E. J. Beard will speak on "Work Among the Indians." Two piano solos will be given by Mrs. Cone's pupils. St. Marvie A. M. E. Church Sunday was a glorious day at St. Mary's at their second Quarterly Meeting. The P. E., Rev. T. Reves, preached a soul-surfitting sermon in the morning. At 8 o'clock Rev. R. E. Wilson of St. Stephen's preached as he never has preached before; while preaching one soul was convicted and happily converted. At 8 p. m. Judge Maye of Gary, Ind., preached, and on Monday night he conducted the Love Feast. Father Lowry of the Roman Catholic Church will preach Sunday night, Feb. 18. American Rose Club. American Rose Club. The American Rose Fine Art Club No. 5 was entertained Feb. 10th at the residence of Mrs. Augustus Richardson, 3567 Forest avenue, at which time they held an excellent meeting. The Club was addressed by Mrs. Theresa Macon. An application was filed for membership in the City Federation. The officers elect took charge as follows: President, Mrs. Thos. J. Kinney; vice president, Mrs. Tressa Anderson; treasurer, Mrs. Augustus Richardson; secretary, Mrs. Alfred James; assistant secretary, Mrs. Anna Lyles. The Club has made rapid progress during the past eight months. Wayman Chapel A. M. E. Church. The pastor, Dr. H. E. Stewart, has fully recovered from his illness and will occupy the pulpit every Sunday. He has begun a series of sermons from the book of Revelations. Subjects: "The Seven Songs." The Wayman Chapel Class leaders will report at the next official board meeting all persons in their classes that have not paid any class dues in the last six months. All such persons will be dealt with according to the Discipline. This seems to be a wise move on the part of the officers. Mrs. Almyra Gordon, one of the Stewardesses, has suggested a plan by which the church can be entirely paid out of debt in the next two years. Board No. 2, Mrs. Mary Abernathy president, expects to excel this quarter to this end special efforts are being made. The Sabbath School, under the direction of the new Superintendent, Miss Watts, will take on new life. The Sunday Club will have a splendid program next Sunday. Mr. O. F. Roberts is the President. Good program at 4:30 every Sunday. Both morning and evening choirs are doing a splendid work. Sunday, March 3rd, at the evening service will be held a special service, known as the "Ten Virgins." These will appear on the platform when the cry is heard, "Behold, the Bridegroom! Go ye out to meet him!" This will be the first service of the kind ever held at Wayman. We are quite sure great interest will be manifested. Grace Presbyterian Church. Rev. Jenifer preached a very interesting sermon last Sunday. The C. E. Society held its monthly business meeting and social Friday evening at the home of Miss Blanche Shelton, 3435 Dearborn street. The President and Miss Shelton acted as host and hostess, the social being a birthday celebration, for both their birthdays coming on Feb. 12th. The C. E. B. Y. P. U. and Epworth League Union Rally, which took place at the new First Congregational Church, Feb. 12, was both interesting and instructive. The church was filled and an overflow meeting was held at a church near by. Grace was represented by Mr. S. D. Fowler, Mr. C. Pierce and Miss Minnie L. Barnes, Bethel was also represented. Dean Sumner made the address of the evening and Bishop Fallows led the devotional exercises. The Vestal Choirs rendered splendid music. Rev. Jackson is slowly improving. Miss Virginia Gibson has returned from Washington. Walters A. M. E. Zion Church. At the 11 o'clock service on last Sunday Dr. Callis gave a very practical talk on the duty of worshipers to church service. The Doctor does not believe that the worship of Jazy, careless persons who could, if they would, be in church on time, but come late, is accepted with God. He said also that for persons to leave the service before it closes unless in extreme necessity, was an act of ingratitude to God and the church. The sermon at the night service, "Searching for Truth," was well delivered and highly appreciated. The Surbeams' entertainment of Lincoln's birthday was well attended and a pleasant evening was enjoyed. The Men's Utility Club held an interesting meeting on last Wednesday night, their annual banquet to be held on Thursday, the 29th, will be a very brilliant affair. All of the departments in the Annual Fair, which is to open on the 18th of March, held their meeting on last Friday night. Sunday will be pledge day for the Easter Rally; it is hoped that every member and friend will make their pledges as large as possible; $1,000 must be raised in this rally. The music of our church starts out under new management. Miss Daisy Ware, a graduate of the Denver Conservatory of Music, will be directress; Mrs. C. J. Jackson will preside at the organ. It is expected that the music in our church will take on new life. The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society will have a Martha Washington Tea Thursday. Feb. 22, at the pastor's residence, 3629 Forest avenue. A program will be rendered and refreshments will be served. The reception tendered by Mr. W. J. Burdine at the residence of Mrs. Susie Davis, 57 E. 34th street, on Thursday evening, Feb. 8, to the Southern Club, the Sunbeams and invited guests, was largely attended and perhaps the most elaborate of its kind given this season. The congratulations are due Mr. Burdine. Sunday services will be as usual; the pastor will preach morning and evening. A special sermon will be preached by the Rev. Mrs. Ofley, the evangelist, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. Quinn Chapel Church. A large congregation was present last Sunday morning and listened to a strong, practical sermon delivered by the pastor from the text, "There is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother." The Sunday School was largely attended. The Superintendent, J. W. Fisher, was present after a few days of physical indisposition. The Young People's Improvement Club was entertained by Mrs. L. C. Overton on last Tuesday night. Mr. John Augustus was given local preacher's license at the last Quarterly Conference. The pastor officiated at the following marriages: Thomas Osborn and Harriet Abbott, Carl W. Jenkins and Sadie J. Harding, Wm. J. Martin and Emma Phillips. the new board of Stewardesses is as follows: Mrs. B. A. Townsend; president; Mrs. Dora Elbert; vice president; Mrs. M. Moseley; secretary; Mrs. S. Conover, assistant secretary; Mrs. S. Elliza Baker, treasurer; Mrs. Nane Morgan, Mrs. Lillie Baker, Mrs Wiley, Mrs. Anna Johnson. SHALL HE BE OUR ALDERMAN? Regular Republican candidate for the nomination for alderman of the Second Ward at the primary election to be held on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 1912 A vote for Edw. H. Wright for alderman is a duty and should be a pleas. [Picture of a man in a suit with a tie and a necklace. The background is plain black. The man's face is centered, and he has a serious expression. The name "Brown" is written below the image.] E. H. Wright. ure for every race loving man in Chicago. Even the women can have a share in this election for every husband, son or sweetheart that you influence to vote for Edw. H. Wright will add another star to your crown. DECLINES FOR WRIGHT. To the Editor: Please announce through the columns of your paper my thanks to those who so freely signed a petition for me to be a candidate for alderman of the Second ward, and also inform the public that I am not at present a candidate for said office, but shall support with all earnestness the candidacy of Mr. Edw. Wright. For we can only win this battle for the negroes of this city by united effort. NOTICE All voters who have been in the state one year, in the county ninety days and in the precinct thirty days at the time of the aldermanic primaries (Feb. 27, 1912) but who are not registered or who have moved into the precinct since the last registration day, may vote at the aldermanic primaries by filing an affidavit at the election commissioners' office on or before Feb. 7 on blanks which can be obtained at the election commissioners' office in the city hall, third floor. MRS. CHARLES E. BENTLEY GIVES LUNCHEON IN HONOR OF MRS. E. H. MORRIS. Mrs. Charles E. Bentley entertained on last Tuesday afternoon in honor of Mrs. E. H. Morris with a luncheon, which was the most elaborate affair of the season. The decorations were red and white. The dining room table centerpiece was a representation of the ship on which Mrs. Morris and her husband will sail, made of red and white roses. Many impromptu speeches of good cheer were made in Mrs. Morris' behalf by the ladies present. The guests were Mesdames Morris, R. A. J. Shaw, F. A. Dennison, L. G. Wheeler, A. W. Williams, L. N. Jones, John Fry, G. W. Walker, D. R. Lawrence and the hostess. Ponder served. Mr. and Mrs. Morris salt for Europe next week. Pawn Tombs of Relatives Pawn Tombs of Relatives. In times of financial difficulties the Loochooans, residents of the southwestern islands of Japan, sometimes pawn the graves of their relatives. They are always redeemed, however, failure to do so meaning family disgrace. The turtle-back shaped tombs, usually located on a hillside facing the water, are elaborate affairs of stone and cement, and their cost and upkeep often bankrupt the family. Really Good Manners What then are good manners? Simply a fine and always thoughtful consideration for the feelings and comfort of others; polite and kindly address to "inferiors" as to equals or "superiors"; graciousness, which is also grace, under all circumstances; and with women especially, no matter whether in drawing room or office, that "low, soft voice," which Shakespeare declares to be "an excellent thing in women." He Came Back Willabar heard the door of his private office open and was conscious that some one had crossed the room and stood at his elbow, but he finished what he was writing without looking up. Then when he had carefully blotted the lhe he swung about in his chair. A thickest man with a pale face and close-cropped hair stood before him nervously twisting his hat. "Dick!" cried Willabar. He sprang from his chair, grasped the visitor's hand and shook it warmly. "So you remember me, do you, Fred?" "Remember you? As if I could forget you! Why, man, there has not been a day for the last two years that I have not thought of you!" "Yes, it has been two years. Two long—" "Say, do you remember Knowlson's white cherry tree? And Lents' peach orchard? I certainly am glad to see you again! Sit down. You must go to lunch with me! I want to talk over old times! Say, was there a worse pair of boys in the whole village than we were?" "The neighbors didn't think so, Fred, But I don't want to talk over these times." "How does it happen—" "The governor made me a present of a pardon. I was turned loose New Year's morning." "Well, isn't that fine! It was a shame you were ever imprisoned. I knew you were not guilty. You couldn't be." "Yes. I was guilty, Fred." "You—what!" "Yes," said the other, a note of hopelessness in his voice. "I only got what was coming to me." "I—I am sorry. But never mind, you are free now. You will never do such a thing again." "Do you believe that?" "I know it! Have you seen your wife?" "It was the first place I went, of course." "Have you told her?" "That I was guilty? Yea." "How old is the little girl now?" "Claribel is three now." "That's great! And you're going to start all over again and the three of you will be just as happy as toads in a barrel." "That is what I came to see you about, Fred." "I'm mighty glad you thought of me the first thing. Tell me what I can do." "I answered an advertisement for a place in a grocery house this morning, and the job has been promised me provided I can get a letter of reference. I asked if a letter from you would do, and the manager told me it would be as good as gold. The place will be held open until noon." "Did you tell him—er—" "That I had been a convict? You don't understand. That would queer me in a minute. I have got to have a chance to prove that I am on the square before I let that be known." "I—see." "You will recommend me, Fred?" "What can I say?" "Don't you believe me to be honest?" "I certainly do." "Then, you'll do it! By George, you always were the squares—" "It wouldn't be right." "Oh, well. I suppose you know best. I was a fool to hope that you would help me. You are like all the rest. A man whose foot has slipped ought to reform and lead an upright life and all that sort of thing, but you won't help him do it. But I'll show you!" "Show me what, Dick?" "Show you that I will make good in spite of you and your kind." "Wait a minute, old friend—" "Walt? To hear a sermon and get a package of advice? No, I'll go home and tell Nellie that the old friendship from which I had hoped for so much never really existed. I must make my own chance." "I don't want to preach to you, old boy. Here, let me read you what I was writing when you came in: Wanted—Assistant to superintendent in large factory; must furnish references; apply at office of Wilfred A. Willaber. Do you see, Dick? I couldn't ask others to do what I wouldn't do myself. That ad was going into tomorrow's paper, but I believe I'll tear it up now." "Fred, you don't mean—" "Can you go to work tomorrow, Dick?" "Fred, I——" "That's all right. I think I am mighty lucky to get a man I know and can trust. Come, put on your hat and go to lunch. Do you know, only yesterday I was thinking of you, and the time you got hung up by the trousers in Knowlson's cherry tree!" Ring Seems to Be Real Hooded The head of the Paris Morgue is responsible for the statement—and it is vouchered for by the late chief of the Paris police—that five times within his experience dead bodies brought to the morgue were found to be wearing a ring of Oriental make, and bearing these words in Oriental characters: "May whoseover wears this ring die a miserable death." Popularity of #Book of A "Popularity or 'Rock of Ages.'" When Toplady in 1776 wrote the "Rock of Ages" he could not have concealed that it would become so wildly known or so popular among all shades of religious opinion. It was this hymn that Mr. Gladstone translated into three languages, and which the Prince Consort asked for when on his deathbed. Daily Thought A little philosophy inclineth men's minds to atheism, but depth in philosophy bringeth men's minds back to religion.—Bacon. GUESS WHO? The doll is who is figuring on graduation. That is if the teacher really says so. The P. O. dude is who hasn't a living relative. The doll is who don't believe that the teacher could have been so mean as to murder the teacher. The doll is who says she is going away Saturday morning. Oh, you 32nd St. The doll is who says she loves her Cinderella. The popular banker is who says no more single blessedness (as cussedness) the gent is who is so anxious to meet a certain gent's girl. Danger, Mr. P. R. The Defender Reporter is who had better appall the girls and merry widow's names in the room. They catch him it won't be very pleasant. 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Ladies to learn halfdressing, manicure, manicure or chiropty. The best paying work is in the trade. Steady position or parlor of your trade. Steady position or parlor of your trade. Molar College, 728-5, Wabash Ave. Molar College, 728-5, Wabash Ave. All communications should be addressed to The Editor The Chicago Defender 3159 State Street CHICAGO And not to any individual connected with this paper. Any personal matter to the editor should be marked "personal"; all other mail matters are opened by the city editor. Our Terms All our work must be paid for $in advance, because we have no collectors to go out to gather in monies. The paper, which is $1.50 per year, must be paid for in advance. When you say send the paper always accompany it with the money. At Hamburg there are two bridges the masonry of which was threatening to fall in ruins, being traversed by innumerable cracks of varying size. A remarkable process has just been made use of to rejuvenate these bridges. A number of holes were bored throughout the structure so as to give access to the interior and cement was injected by pumps under pressure Reports on the present condition of the two bridges are favorable. Humankind's Perseverity What is remote and difficult of success we are apt to overrate; what is really best for us lies always within our reach, though often overlooked. Longfellow. The bride of Wednesday night was who she looked good to the world. She was busy with the mysterious (cold) hands is. Tightwaddo is. The gent is who has been nicknamed Jack Johnson. Zip is. GUESS WHO-EVANSTON. The dude is that wishes it was summer, Had a valentine too large to send through the mail. Oh, you heart! The most popular married man is. The "Gigglers" are. The patron is that wears "hubby's" shoes and wears a necklace. The doll is that was lonesome Monday and kept the telephone busy. Doing all the Giving "I think I'll have to change my position," declared the little stenographer, belligerently, as she closed the drawers of the filing cabinet with a force that would have emashed any but a steel contrivance. "Be calm, be calm!" remonstrated the bookkeeper as he turned for further particulars. "Count one hundred slowly and then tell me about it." "Well, I've nearly made up my mind to change!* she exclaimed, dropping into a chair. "I'm going to look for a private office, a private secretaryship!" "Oh, ambition ails you, does it?* The bookkeeper smiled knowingly. "Salary ran low at Christmas?" "No, it isn't that," objected the little stenographer, "but, of course, I'd just as soon have an increase of salary. I think I could use it." She paused, meditatively. "No, I think I'd be willing to stay here, if only to remain in your company"—he smiled and bowed—"even with the menger stipend I now receive, if I could use it for my own needs, and in my own way!" "Ah! Aged mother—crippled brother—educating little sister," suggested the bookkeeper, helpfully. "No," returned the little stenographer, with surprisingly little heat. "Not that you mean it, and yet that's the very reason! But it's some one else's mother and brother and sister!" The little stenographer looked at him out of sad, wide eyes. --- "Say," exclaimed the bookkeeper, "you aren't playing square. You've got to talk, not look sad. Why, if a minute I'll be handing you my pay envelope!" "Well, to prevent such a dire catastrophe I'll explain," she agreed. "It begins in the morning about two minutes after I get my hat off and my pocket book by my side where all may see it. The door opens, and as it's my duty to greet all callers I have to get up and talk. Now, all the men have said not to call them except on real business, and I can't tell every beggar, or agent, or little boy or girl, to go see Mr. Brown or Mr. Daniels! My position wouldn't be worth two cents if I did! And I can't call Mr. Brown or Mr. Daniels out to see them, can I? No! But! I have ears, and they at once proceed to work on my sympathies. They think if they can't get the big men perhaps I can help them a little. I look kind—oh, I know I do, for they all tell me so—and won't I please help them out? "I can't tell them that I have no money, for they see my giant bag, and they know there must be something in it. You may ask why I don't buy a small bag, just big enough for our fare and lunches, but it's the honest truth that I don't have enough money left from my many charities to buy one! "It might be all right and do my soul good, if only I felt charitable—but I don't, not a bit! I fairly despise every youngster who pleads. 'I'm trying to earn money by selling tb's chewing gum or "these beautiful cards!" And when a woman explains that she must have $10 to pay her rent or else be compelled to go out on the street with a three-month-old baby, I'm fairly nauseated! "No, it isn't charity, not a bit of it. "Now, I like to give something sometimes when I feel that I can spare it, but I don't like to do the charity work for this whole big establishment. Why? I give to everybody! And why? For pure shame! That's all it is—I am ashamed not to! Somehow or other, everybody makes me feel that I'm a selfish pig if I don't help, and I'm sorry all the time they are talking and ever afterward that I'm so soft—but I can't help it! "So you see, the only remedy I know of is a private secretaryship, where I can give commands to the outer office force not to call me for anything at all! Do you happen to know of anybody who is in need of my services in that capacity?" Investments "We got forty-eight wedding presents." "You're lucky." "We are not. Every one came from friends who are engaged to be married." Continuous Vaudeville and Moving Pictures Change of Program Monday and Thursday FINEST THEATRE IN AMERICA 3110-12 State St., Chicago, Ill. Performers Send in Your Open Time Chinese and American Restaurant in Connection. High Class Entertainers HARRY J. KELLY, Proprietors Waiting for Business Is very poor business. The only way to do business in a businesslike way is to make business. If you are in business and are not satisfied with the volume of business you have been doing, we would suggest that you take the business advice of one who makes it his business to make business for others. Your announcements in the column of this paper will bring you increased business. We can easily demonstrate to your satisfaction that waiting for business Is Not Good Business MRS. J. WALLACE, Hair Expert Pretzel Pomade and Turkish Oil Manufacturer Come and see our great offerings in popular and medium-priced switches and hair products; we no store that will give you bigger and better bargains than we are offering at our store; we stock of French pomade, which promotes the growth of the hair and removes hairs and cures any scalp trouble. And also carry a line of Turkish Oil, manufactured and sold by Mrs. J. Wallace. THE NEW ELITE CAFE AND BUFFET 3030 STATE STREET Our newly equipped dining room and quick service is unexcelled by any Cafe in the city. Theatre parties are solicited. Good music by the highest paid artists. Any neglect by any of our help will be immediately looked into Fine Wines, Liquors and Cigars Our Specialty HENRY JONES A.F. CODOZOE Prop. CASS HARRIS, Mgr. . The New Continuous Vaudeville Change of Program M FINEST THEATRE 3110-12 State St., Performers Send 1 Phone Douglas 4483 The LaVerdo C (Cafe New 3100-2 South Chicago Chinese and American Restaurant in Co HARRY J. KE ..Star.. Employment Office Private Waiting Parlor for Ladies M. WINCHESTER 3223 STATE ST. Phone Douglas 2411 3832 STATE STREET CHICAGO Phone Douglas 5766 New Grandville and Moving Pictures Monday and Thursday TRE IN AMERICA Chicago, Ill. In Your Open Time Cafe and Buffet (Newly Opened) North State Street Cagoe, Ill. Connection. High Class Entertainers KELLY, Proprietors Wanted! Men and Women for All Kinds of Laboring Work. Butlers, Porters, Waiters and Cooks. General House Work for Women Cooks, Maids, Laundresses. IN AND OUT OF THE CITY for Business for business. The to do business in us-like way is to ness. If you are in id are not satisfied volume of business and doing, we would if you take the busi- fone who makes it to make business Your自豪感 the columns of this string you increased We can easily dim- your satisfaction ing for business. Good Business ACE, Hair Expert Turkish Oil Manufacturer ages in popular and medium-priced switches that will give you bigger and better bargains We carry a full stock of French pomade, hair and removes dandruff and cures any of Turkish Oil, manufactured and sold by 3247 State St., Chicago, Ill. Phone, Douglas 8250 NEW ELITE AND BUFFET STATE STREET d dining room and quick ed by any Cafe in the city, solicited. Good music by stiffs. Any neglect by any immediately looked into Issued Weekly by Chicago Defender Pub- lisher and Printing Company. DISPLAY ADVERTISEMENT. One inch, one inch. $1.50 Speech given on large or long standing ads. Jupiter N. Awendorph, Society Editor. Fon. Holly, Cartoonist. OFFICE, 3159 State Street CHICAGO, IL. Telephone Douglas 3339. Enclosed as second-digit matter, February 18, 1979. Proposed to be at Chicago, IL, under set of March 2, 1979. Larger Circulation than all the other weeklies combined. RATES OF ADVERTISING. Births, Betrothals, Marriages and Dates. $1.50 Complimentary and Obituary Resolutions, each. 5.00 Reading Notices, per line. 25 Reading Notices, per advertisement furnished on application. Change of Address—Please give both the old and new address; and in writing both the State and Postoffice, as well as sign name. CLUBS AND SECRET SOCIETIES. Unique Temple, Lady Elda, meets on the second floor of the month. Mire, Joe Sadier, D. R. 3429 Wash. avenue; Mattie Tattler, Fin. Sec. CHICAGO LODGE, No. 45, I. B. P. O. CHICAGO LODGE, No. 45, I. B. P. O. Houlett's Hall, 2172 State street. M. W. Rhea, Secretary, 6430 Vincenna avenue. Exalted Ruler, 2419 Calumet avenue. COURT GENERAL ROBERT ELLIOTT No. 7395, Ancient Order of Foresters may meet on the second floor of day night in each month at Odd Fellows' Hall, 3287 State street. She was young, she was sweet, she was slender. His seat in the car he did tend her, "Oh, thank you," she said, then sat down and read All the rest of the way, THE DEFENDER. LINCOLN—may his name and memory live forever. The price of hay doesn't seem to affect the motor trucks much. Now if you really haven't heard enough about the Lorimer affair, perhaps he would tell it all over again. It looks as though the battle for presidency lay between the governors and the postmasters. When the "Fellowship Club" does give an affair, there is nothing left undone. If more of these love sick people moll their letters in a waste sat there would be less divorces. The days are getting longer, don't get discouraged, you will soon be paying the ice man instead of the coal man. The latest fad is to wear diamonds in the heels of your shoes. No, not among the barbarians but in the exclusive set of New York. Something is going to happen, Mr. Bryan says he will not be a candidate for the presidency this time. Wonder if he is still running from the last time? We are almost afraid to speak it out loud, but there seems to be a tendency among some of the big dailies 'top the word "negro" when speak "one of our race, perhaps we are recognized hereafter as Amer-licens. Haven't heard the old folks lately talk so much about the kind of whitters they used to have when they were children. The variety the weather man handed us this year made you think you were taking a trip with Perry to the North Pole. There was an erogeneous report originating in Pittsburgh to the get-together Jack Johnson was guilty of bigamy. The ordinary man is satisfied with one wife, while Jack (we refer without permission to James-J. Jeffries), is above the ordinary, he is far from being a Brigham Young. Baseball fans are commencing to open their eyes and look for the pink sheet in the papers. Our own teams are preparing for the biggest season in years they say. There is something about ball players when defeat is staring them in the face, they expect to make good the last half of the last inning, and in many cases do. "Keeping everlastingly at it brings success." There are but few monthly magazines that have made such rapid strides as the "Crisis" and the reason is evident, it is a clean, bright periodical bubbling over with good digestible reading matter touching the vital points at issue today. It is our own magazine, and we appreciate by becoming a subscribed it is only by our loyalty to each worthy enterprise can we hope to succeed as a race. One of the most striking and timely articles that has appeared on our papers in recent years appeared on the front page of the last issue of The New York Times, a forceful writer, but is a deep user, having a keen knowledge of fragrances of man, and the courage his convictions—hewing close to --- the line is his motto. When his broad av falls be it on the head of a friend or foe alike, it is his intention that it fall justly. We are glad to note that Governor Deneen has decided to ask for renomination and re-election. He is worthy of the support of every voter in Illinois; he has been tried and not found wandering. He is a force in public affairs and has put into operation many progressive policies that have been of the fitest value to the people of the state. He is just and shows no partiality and we feel that our interests will best be conserved with Governor Deneen in the chair. We cannot emphasize the fact too strongly that now is the time to show your race loyalty, there will be a number of good representative candidates in the field of election, and we, regardless of any little petty differences, should support them to a man. If this is done, and we feel sure that every right minded man will make it his business to see that it is done, we will have for the first time in the history of Chicago an alderman, to say nothing of the other important places where representation is important. Let us not lose this golden opportunity. --- Can anyone give a good reason why our young women who are in vaudville do not keep abreast of the times and change their acts occasionally? You see them this week, then six months of a year and perhaps not a line or a movement has been changed, then we wonder why they are not on "big time." Ada Overton-Walker and her excellent company are meeting with phenomenal success because they the presenting something new and presenting it better than someone else does. We are being crowded out of the profession and this is one of the causes. Why not remedy it? President Taft has recommended a congressional commission to inquire into the high cost of living. His regime has been especially notable for investigations into the entire alphabet of things material. But we wonder if this age has lapsed into commercial things entirely. Lest you forget there are human things and human things which are seemingly neglected, the welfare of millions of Colored-Americans vital, burning things, however, are progressing. Congressional investigation. Must we always take a crisis, a midnight of national adversities and calamities to bring out the champions of principles and justice that shall live long after high finance be forgotten. Is the nation money mad? Is its love for truth, fair play and honest warped? We think not. There is just a faint reflection of the sun beyond the hill, let us wait, let us watch, let us pray; surely it is the dawn of a better day. Rapid Journey for That Ag Rapid Journey for That Age. Cardinal Wolsey did not live in an age of rapid transt, but he created it for himself. His capacity for rapid travel was a valuable aid in carving out a cave. Wolsey is said to have first won royal war in this way. He was charged with message from Henry VII. to the Emperor Maximilian in the low countries and left London in the afternoon. He went by boat to Gravesend, by horse to Dover, then by boat again to Calais, and he was with the emperor the king in just over two days from the time of startling. Staining Glass. The art of colored glass has been lost and refound, guarded and stolen so many times during the history of civilization that it seems almost impossible to say anything new on glass staining. Yet a process has been discovered for making the stained glass windows which is a departure from anything known to the old timers. The glass first receives its design in mineral colors, and the whole is then fired in a heat so intense that the coloring matter and the glass are indisolubly fused. The most attractive feature of this method is that the surface is covered with a colored character in the heat, so that when the glass is in place the lights are beautifully soft and mellow. Remarkable. "I've driven my car for over a year now," said Billkins, "and I've never run down anybody." "That's nothing," said Mrs. Billkins. "I've attended the meetings of our sewing circle for five years and have never run down anybody."—Harper's Weekly. --- IN CHICAGO AND ITS SUBURBS Our local Department—Personal Mention—Religious—Social and other short paragraphs—Read it over carefully, somewhere you will find a line or two about yourself or your friends. --- read our "sick list" and go and see your friends. Mr. Charles Green has gone to Oklahoma to spend the remainder of the winter with his people. Mrs. Lulie Cooper, 17 East Thirty-eighth street, has gone to Versailles, Ky., to the bedside of a sick sister. Miss Eloise Cook, the pastor's youngest daughter, of Quinn Chapel, secured the high mark of 97 per cent in her recent musical examination. Mr. G. H. Fagan, 3540 Dearborn street, gave a surprise party in honor of his wife's twenty-six birthday. An elaborate luncheon was served afterwards. The A. A. Wallace Bakery Co. make the "Kentucky Loaf" and Wallace Rolls. Tuesday afternoon, February 20 at 2 p. m., the Douglass Center Women's Club will meet. A Lincoln and Douglass program will be given. Mme. Amina Patti Brown and Mrs. Lou Elisse Smith arrived home Thursday evening from a tour of British West Indies. After a short rest they will tour Texas. The Bate-Emmanuel wedding will be described in the following order: 1. In advance The way to get good broad, ask for the "Kentucky Leaf." The First and Second ward branches of the Women's City Club will meet at the Douglass Center hall Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. for the consideration of the location of a mission of the school welfare exhibit soon. The purpose placed in this vicinity is to interest the parents in batteringditions which influence our children. The North Shore Men's Club will give their first annual St. Patrick masquerade party March 18 at Phoenix hall, Sedgwick and Division. Good music by the Twelfth regiment band. We Elizabeth Shaughter, visiting in Kentucky, reports. Continual round of gaye. Letters to friends make no mention of her retiring. We Repeat It A dozen photographs will endear you to twelve friends. Make an appointment today for your Christmas photo. Peter P. Jones, 3519 State St. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander C. Manning of 5135 Lake Avenue left the city Wednesday afternoon for Mobile, Ala., where they will spend two or three weeks. They will be guests of Mrs. Manning's brother, Mr. Thomas assistant superintendent of carriers on the Mobile postoffice. The attention of the Cornell Charity Club and kindred organizations is called to a family with several children whose home, 5006 Armour avenue, was completely destroyed by fire Saturday night. For information apply to Rev. Higgins of St. Mary's church. Do you want good plain robes? Ask for Wallace's. Mrs. Cella Parker. Woolley addressed the Volunteer Workers, a charity organization, at the home of Mrs. Webster Wednesday afternoon in Chicago and Douglass celebrations. This afternoon will give a George Washington program presentation to Frederick Douglass Center Thursday the 22nd for the benefit of their work. We took considerable comfort in 300 promises to pay subscriptions at the office by the first of the month. Up to this writing we have failed to see any of these persons. This is the last notice. Overdue subscriptions will be cut off the list. Mrs. E. H. Morris left the city Wednesday for New York, from which point they will be on a trip which will cover all the important European countries and will last until the last of June. Dainty Compliments. The daintiest compliment you can pay a near and dear friend is to send a picture of yourself as an Xmas greeting. Peter P. Jones, 3519 State Street. The best furnished rooms are advertised in the Chicago Defender. Mrs. Alberta Bryant, 3448 Dearborn street, has returned after a visit of six months in Riverside, Cal. Mrs. Claudiebault Hall left last Tuesday, February 6, for a trip south to visit relatives and friends in Montgomery, Ala., Tuskegee, Columbus, Ga., and also the doctors' convention to pick a Jacksonville, Fla. Mrs. Julius L. Koch will two sons left the city on Tuesday afternoon, February 13, for Mobile, Ala., and New Orleans. They will be the guests of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Allen while in Mobile, where they will spend about three months with the exception of a week or ten days in New Orleans. Mr. Allen, who is in the maketing and livery business, will spend stock than any other colored man in the business in the United States. Mr. Charles Mackey, 3159 State street, and brother, Virgil Mackey, 3150 Prairie, were called away suddenly by the death of their mother, Richard Rhomch, Richard Ky, who died last Friday, February 9, and was buried Sunday. Cotton Manufacture The cotton manufacture was introduced into Europe by the Arabs. Abdurahman III. about the year 920, caused it to be commenced in Spain, from which country it spread slowly to other European lands. He also established extensive manufactures of silk and leather, and interested himself much in the culture of the silkworm. The Arabs were also the authors of the art of printing calcose by wooden blocks, a great improvement on the old operation of painting by hand. Unkind Inference. "Now, caddy," said the clerkman about to start off with his golf game "I'm very particular when on the links, and I don't want you to open your mouth during the game." "He i takes it, sh," replied the-boy, "that you intends doin' your own swearin' shi!" -Yunkers Statesman. Thirty-fifth concert, 10th year, season 1911-12, Thu. Du Bois "The Seven Last Words of Christ" and Mendelssohn's "Lauda Zion," (praise Jehovah) by the Choral Study Club, 50 singers, Pedro T. Tinsley, director, Grace Presbyterian Church, 34th and Dearborn streets, Monday evening, Feb. 19, 1912, at 8:30 o'clock. Baseball fans were all excited this week when it was learned that Mr. Rubie was returned from Cuba. Mr. Foster is in the closest health and says the game will be better than this year. Invitations have been issued for the twenty-fifth anniversary celebration of the practice of medicine and surgery by Dr. Allen A. Wesley at Union Masonic hall, Thursday evening, March 8. Free exhibit of rare Lincoln relics, portraits and evidence of progress arranged by Prof. R. T. Greener and Thomas Wallace Swann for the recent Fellowship Club Lincoln celebrations, commencing February 17, at Bunch's art store, 3319 State street. Admission free. THE SICK. The Latest News About Your Friends and Acquaintances Who Are Under the Physicians Care. Mrs. Sarah Burton is still confined to her home, 445 West Fifty-sixth street, but is improving rapidly. Mrs. Frank Simmons, 1518 Wells street, is now at Provident hospital and is reported better. Mrs. Louise Montgomery, 5436 Dearborn street, has improved to the extent that both physician and friends predict an early recovery. Mrs. Stratton, ill at Provident hospital for the past three weeks, tells her friends that she is "improving and will soon be herself again." Mrs. Annie Knox, Thirty-sixth street and Armour avenue, who has been seriously ill for two weeks, is now able to sit up for a short period each day. Mr. William Guess is still reported bedridden at his home, 5042 Dearborn street. Mrs. Montgomery, mother of Mrs. E. H. Morris, is a patient at Provident hospital. Mr. Harrison Carr, 6132 Ada street, who suffered a stroke of paralysis a year ago, has recovered to the extent that he can go about unattended. His physicians say that his speech, now difficult, will be fully restored. Mrs. Maria Butler, one of Quinn chapel's most faithful members, is recovering from a severe illness. Mrs. Teresa Martin, 3338 Prairie avenue, who has been sick with the rheumatism, is able to be out again. Mother Lizzie Cole, 3119 Armour avenue, is very sick and desires to have her friends to call. Mr. S. S. Paul is ill at his residence, 3605 Forest avenue. The reason we did not publish an account of your party is because you failed to notify us. Negro Makes Good in Debate As an interested reader of your paper from time to time, I notice that you give space once in a while to certain happenings of benefit to our race. I am a very资质 student here and thought that you are a circumstance in a circumstance of our college life. Last week we had a colored student, Wm. Prince by name, Sophomore in rank, hailing from Iowa, who was initiated into the national fraternity forors and debaters, known as The Delta Sigma Rho. This recognition came as the result of his representing the University of Illinois in their recent debate with the University of Wisconsin. Illinois won the debate. This is the first time that a colored man ever represented this University in a forensic contest.—Inter-State Echo, Danville, Ill. Mountain Stones Wireless Mountain Stops Wireless Message. It has been observed repeatedly on bore vessels stationed west of Cape Otway, that the southern tip of Australia) that was impossible to communicate with the vessels situated in the port of Melbourne has been attributed to the fact that the mountain which forms the capes contains large quantities of metallic minerals which absorb electric waves. TO THE "LOOKYOU" The "dogdays" are so called because the Greeks on first beholding the star Sirius with the naked eye were want to sacrifice a brown dog to appease his wrath, the general belief being that Sirius was the cause of the hot, sultry weather usually attendant upon its appearance, and that on the first morning of its rising the sea boiled, wine turned sour, dogs grew mad and man became afflicted with all manner of burning fevers, hysterics and frenzies. At Argos a festival was held during the dogdays known as "Gynophantes," which means that dogs were killed on sight. Women In Suicide Epidemics No fewer than five suicides, all of women, were committed in Paris one recent day. A mother and her daughter took cyanide of potassium because they had had no food for three days. The daughter was a lyric artist. A young Austrian girl, of 18 three herself onto the rails as a train was entering the Marseille station of the Metro. A woman of 40 took arsenic, and the fifth, who was 27, shot herself through the heart. Give the Best. Every normal person is born with a message for humanity, with a sacred obligation to give his best to the world. Your talent was not given merely to provide the necessities and luxuries of existence, but to make the world a little better place to live in, to pay your debt to humanity, to make the largest possible sum total of a soul.—Becker. From Our Exchanges To Which Class Do You Belong? There are two classes of people, you will meet with in every walk of life: the pessimists and the optimists. The pessimists say "you can't," the optimist says "you can." The pessimists are cold, chilling, discouraging. The optimists are warm, genial, encouraging. The pessimists retard progress by paralyzing effort with the impossibility of achievement. The optimists stimulate activity by showing how things may be done. The one is in danger of ignorance, argy and indifference and his chief joy at a funeral. The other builds cities, endows colleges, dissignizes ignorance and makes it possible for the sun to shine in many dark corners. To which class do you belong?—The Zanesville (O.) Advocate. Wealthy Colored Man Arriving in Brockton 12 years ago from his native town in Virginia, Watt Terry, colored, then aged 18, has since acquired lot after lot of land until today he pays taxes on real estate holdings valued at close to $400,000. He owns 175 tenements and scores of structures used for stores and offices, including a building at Montello which is leased by the National Government a postoffice. Mr. Terry has never met with discrimination of any kind in his relations with banking institutions and business men. When he reached Brockton in 1899 he had hardly enough money to pay for lodgings. His first "job" was as coachman for the late Dr. J. E. Packard. Then he became assistant janitor at the Y. M. C. A. and took time off to attend the evening school. Ambitious from the start, he kept his eyes open for a better place and soon became the car porter, a position that was not common and he left after a few months and returned to Brockton. He determined to learn sheeaking and was apprenticed as an edgeetter, working for nothing. Later he was able to earn from $25 to $30 per week, being employed for six years in South Branxtree. From his earnings he saved little by little until he was able, a short while after his marriage to Miss M. E. Ashport, daughter of the late Patricia L. Ashport, to purchase a house for himself on a limer street. On the advice of his friends continued to invest his money in real estate and did it so judiciously that it wasn't long before his properties demanded his entire attention. Mr. Terry is superintendent of the Messiah Baptist Sunday School and is a close personal friend of Dr. Booker T. Washington. Recently he accepted an invitation from Dr. Washington to deliver an address at the annual convention of the National Negro Business Association in Chicago next summer. —Boston Globe --- Bishops of the A. M. E. Church. If the coming general conference of the A. M. E. Church, to convene in Kansas City, Missouri, in May next, will elect Dr. D. P. Roberts, pastor of Bethel City, Chicago, a bishop, it would, in so doing, make a wise and befitting provision for the Church and the Race. I think my church, especially that portion of it that reads the church papers, and that knows the church, knows that he, with others, has a bishop, has the fitness of, and a most profound position, and reverence for a bishop; and that, he would not urge the Church to elevate a this high and holy position whom he did not believe to be one among the best fitted for it in the Church—Presiding Elder Reeves in the Christian Recorder. There Are Others. In our adolescent inexperience we cherished the notion that hotel clerks and book attaches, were the most conspicuous of the unintelligents. Yesterday, however, a telegraph operator objected to our using "intaposes" in a night letter. "We don't allow code words," said he. And for the life of us we couldn't think of a snappy comeback. Where the Rain Goes All the rain that percolates down into the earth comes to the surface again somewhere. It goes down until it meets rock, through which it cannot pass, and as more water is coming down and pressing upon it, it has to find a way to escape to the surface. In this underground trip it takes up from rocks the salts that are useful to the life of plants and animals. Sane Philosophy About the samest philosophy any woman can have is to aim to make the most of each day as it comes along and not borrow trouble from the future or bemoan the regretful past. Go through each day with a determination to make it just as useful, cheerful and helpful as possible. If you live out this belief your life cannot help but be successful. Christmas Makes Demand The German demand for apples and nuts to hang on Christmas trees is always very great. The inland production of apples, even in a favorable year, although large, is far too small the demand, in spite of the fact that the amounts of acres of new trees are planted in the order to supply the inland market, large quantities of apples and nuts must be imported from abroad each year. Reasoning by Reduction A young English lady who was going out to New Zealand to get married went to a dressmaker for her trouse. The dressmaker suggested a warm material. The young lady asked why, seeing that the climate of New Zealand is a beautifully mild one. The dressmaker replied: "I assure you, madam, your dress is warm, for that is where the frozen meat comes from." Can You See The Point? OUR WOMEN By SABINE Hot Springs, Ark., possesses one of the best present day writers of poetry in the person of Miss Elicia Johnson. Many poems of great beauty are to her credit and we trust in the near future to proudly print them for our readers' pleasure. Dr. S. Marina Stewart, a resident physician of Wilberforce University, is one of the most intelligent women of the race and stands high in the medical profession. Miss Maritacha Lyons is one of the Brooklyn, N. Y. most honored school teachers. She has taught school for years and is by love all. Phyllis Wheatly Club. The club meets regularly each month on the first and third Wednesdays at the home, 3330 Forest avenue. For information of any kind concerning the home or its meetings, call up or write to the president, Mrs. Mary Fischer, 3851 Aldine Place. Phone, Aldine 708. Mrs. Elizabeth Lindsay Davis, our former president, is still unable to be out with us. Our matron has resigned as the re The Editor's Pants the Editor's Pants. A syndicated American editors offered $1,000 for the book of the appeal to newspaper subscribers to pay up their subscriptions. The prize was given to the editor of the Rocky Mountain Celt for the following: Lives of great men all remind us Honest men don't stand a chance; The more we work there grow behind us Bigger patches on our pants. On our pants, once new and glossy, Now are stripes of different hue, All because subscribers linger, And won't put up what is due. Then let us be up and doing, Send your mite, however small; Or when the cold of winter strikes us, We shall have no pants at all. "Can you see the point?" THE EDITOR'S MAIL THE RENT QUESTION AGAIN. To the Editor: As a first thought the communication of F. B. P. to The Defender, relative to the apparent discrimination shown in the rightful Forest avenue houses, is full of righteous indignation. However, as is usual in most conversies, there are two sides to the question and in this case we believe a particularly strong defense. First let me say that the writer represents the new owners who are offering to rent or sell these houses to our colored brethren, the former owners holding out against such a policy. The quality of the neighborhood and the value of the houses would indicate a rental of between $40 and $50 per month and we are reliably informed that a much higher rental even than this formerly obtained. As to why the rentals have gradually gone down may be an open question, but to us it appears to be a matter purely of negotiation. Cheap rentals and cheap property values are no compliment to a neighborhood of many worthy colored people living in that vicinity in our determination to hold up rental values and improve the property till it attains its former quality. As to the two ads appearing simultaneously in the same paper, any advertising man will acknowledge the liability at times of failure to "kill" an old ad on the very day that a new one appears. We have no sympathy with any discrimination. And, further, we must highly commend the idea expressed by F. B. P. that every man should own his own home. It is the idea of the present owners of these houses to make it as easy as possible for every worthy man to buy. We say "worthy" because neither the present nor prospective owners in that vicinity look with favor on the advent of a bunch of "cheap skates." We can and will sell on terms as easy as paying rent but we shall be very discriminating in our choice of buyers. We believe in thus doing just as we should do in any neighborhood that we are highly complimenting our colored brethren. Yours very truly, W. A. L. 3423 Forest Ave. Almost Tickled to Death. Unable to stand be tickled by a girl friend, R. J. Watkins, an employee of the locomotive works at Richmond, Va. lost his balance and fell down a flight of stairs at his boarding house the other night, breaking an artery in a bump of his left arm which had eighteen months ago. His injuries tended to by Dr. R. E. Watts of the city ambulance, who decided, however, to send the young man to the Virginia Hospital. Watkins was standing at the head of the stairs joking with the girl when she playfully tickled him in the ribs. Watkins dodged back, lost his balance hitting the headings down the stairs, hitting the arm in his descent. Doctor Watts worked with him for over an hour before he stopped the bleeding. May Have Been Cook's Cannon, Much interest has been roused in Australia by the finding of a cannon, which is supposed to have been jet- tisoned from Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavor. The relic was found on the Queensland coast. Young and Old—Light and Serious Verse and Prose—History—Personal—In a Word Their Every Interest. sult of getting married. We are very sorry to lose her and will try to persuade her better half to let her remain with us for a while yet. She has helped the Home by her faithfulness and we thank her for the good service given the past year. A social, given by some of the young people and well wishers of this club, will be given Friday evening, Feb. 23rd, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Perry, 3706 Wabash avenue. Do not forget the meeting Wednesday, the 21st. Business of importance. Mrs. Jenifer's donation of a ton of coal was very gratefully received. Many donations have been sent in and everything is moving on nicely. Our interest will be due and it is hoped that the committee on interest will be able to report the proper amount of money at the next meeting. Reports from the various committees will be given each month hereafter so that we may know just where we stand. New two bands have been formed, known as the Bee and the Ant. They intend bringing in a nice little sum of money in the near future. Be a Good Fellow. The above expression is open to several interpretations, some of these would label as "a good fellow" many a fellow who is really worthy of anything but commutation. By the advice expressed in this sentence we do not mean "be a rounder" —we do not mean "be a jolly good fool" who agrees with everybody he meets, he right or wrong; we do not mean "be an easy mark" for everybody either over you or under you to take advantage of. A real good fellow, as we use the term is essentially a man and a manly man at that. Remember, be neither a knicker nor a grouch, be a good fellow. "Can you see the point?" Kind Superintendent A New Yorker whose business interests frequently take him to one of our southwestern states tells of an incident at a railway junction when he found himself very hungry, but with only two minutes to spare before his train left. "Give me a sandwich and some coffee right away!" he exclaimed to the man behind the lunch counter. "I had time for anything else!" he want friend, "said the man behind the counter. "Jest have a look at this bill of fare, and I'll phone to the superintendent to delay the train a little while." "What? Hold up the train while I eat?" demanded the amazed traveler. "Sure thing!" responded the man behind the counter. "This is a branch road, and no other train coming or going to his moving, and the superintendent will thank you to have a good meal. He owns this lunch room."—Luncheon's Magazine. Wife Who Nags. The worst thing that the bad fairy could wish upon a man is a nagging, fault-finding wife. The most savory of the dishes prepared by her hand tastes flat and stale if served up with the sauce of her complainats, and the costest of homes is a place of unrest if it is the storehouse of her recrimination. Even if there is just cause for jealousy, nagging is an aggravation rather than helped. It breeds the spirit of antagonism and the case of the injured party is hurt rather than helped. The only safe cure for straying affections is to make oneself so attractive, so agreeable, that the desired love and attention is irresistibly held to its original moorings. Sometimes sudden evidence of indifference awakes the errant one to the fact that the straying may be mutual. Sometimes renewed outbursts of affection, or weakened interest, is the tonic of weakened ardor; or the splendid results are accomplished by wearing smart and becoming clothes and brushing up the wits and vexingy. Bird and Beast Sanctuary Remote from all large centers of population a bird and beast sanctuary has been established in the Upper Engadine in Switzerland. This is the Val Chinoza, near Zernetz and not far from the Ofen Pass. It is a well wooded spot of considerable area carefully watched, and in the summer continually patrolled by keepers. One of these, who has just returned to St. Moritz from a visit, found the park completely snowed under to a depth of more than four feet. In it were five herds of chamois, one of which numbered 147 head, besides a number of roebuck and deer, together with bears, deer and other smaller Alpine animals. Flocks of snow hens were also whitening in the sanctuary with numerous brobis, tittice and other small birds. It is hoped that the establishment of this reserve will prevent the threatened extermination of wild beasts and birds in the Alps. A cynic once observed: "It does not matter whom you take as a bride, because you always find out next day that you have married some one else." Which every happy husband will confidently reply: "It is better to love the real woman you have married than to marry the ideal girl you have loved." Sleeping in Doses: Doctors are now studying the idea of sleeping for a shorter time and oftener. By division of the hours of sleep new stimulus for work is gained and new energy—physical and muscular—must result—Harper's Weekly. --- MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC "ALL PASSES, ART ALONE ENDURES" The Past Week at the Chicago Theatres—Notes of the Profession All Around the World—By Minnie Adams, Ambition is a friend of mine; We walk life's way together, It matters not if skies be fine, Or dark and rough the weather. Were I alone, the hills so steep, So rough the path we follow. That I perchance would never creep Beyond the nearest hollow. ! But strong Ambition takes my hand His eager face all glowing, And thus we journey toward a land With milk and honey flowing. And even though the way be long, And rough and dark the weather, Upon our lips there still a song, Because we walk together! -Gertrude Louise Small. The Grand. The last half of the week beginning Thursday, Feb. 8, contained many moments of enjoyment on a whole the line up failed to please as the majority of bills seen at the Grand. The three Ameers in a comedy athletics were good. Warfield and Campbell are indeed clever entertainers, but the straight man is decidedly nerve racking with his perpetual motion while singing, it is out of place in a work which should be dignified. However, he is an excellent dancer and when he delivers his songs, he will make an A 1 partner for his decidedly funny associate. The Real Quartet was fair, they lacked to a very noticeable degree the harmonious and melodious blending of voices really necessary in quartet work, their best number was "Kentucky Home," it was lead by George Conley, a tenor with a delightful voice, the others of the quartet seemed to have little confidence in their own ability which made their work appear very amateurish. Neil McKinley, a singer of syncopated songs, was very good and would have remained an artist in the estimation of the public he had not put on the very childish stunt of running through the aisles of the theater, taking hats from the patrons and placing them on his head. Such tricks will do well enough for the wild and woolly west but not for a place like Chicago. The La Valles in eccentric and whirlwind dance was the best bit of art exploited, they are very graceful in their work. Their steps in dancing and the rapidity with which the lady of the train does some lightning whirling across the stage, which is astounding. The first half of the week beginning Monday, Feb. 12, was in the speech of today, a hummer. The "Photo Plays" were interesting and the orchestral numbers up to "pat." The four Casting Campbells gave one of the best aerial acts seen here laterly. The Harsh Brothers, two comedians of much avoiddupois, which by the way is the most noticeable feature of their act, because it was the heaviest part for the sketch itself, was decidedly light weight and only made a fair showing. Johnson, Smith and Johnson were very good, especially so was Mrs. Johnson's work, her singing is given in a true Goldie Crosby style, she delivers her work right from the shoulder and is especially pleasing. William Flemmen and Company, in a comedy sketch "Back to Boston," was great, every instant was filled with mirth provokers and through it all ran a vein of seriousness most impressive. Mr. Flemmen as the boxing teacher with a speech plentifully sprinkled with slang was immense and deserved the many curtain calls he received. Miller and Lyles, the head liners, came up to the mark in every way with an excellent line of talk and their pugilistic dancing was a scream. The Monogram. Hamilton and Hamilton are very good and as soon as the lady becomes a little more accustomed to the footlights and cultivates more grace and poise she will be a worthy partner as she has a pleasing face and figure and a certain amount of lvacy which only needs experience to bring it out. Johnson and Rector do some fine work, the little lady is pretty and dances well, a little more taste in her dress will much improve their act. Mr. Johnson in a monologue of the race track in which each horse is a vegetable, was well delivered and received much applause. Lottie Grady is still giving the patrons her bright smiles, pretty dancing and popular songs and no one grows tired of hearing or seeing her. Wilson and Dewey share the honors with Miss Grady in popularity and it is not because of friends that Wilson and Dewey are popular; no, it is because they are comedians worth the praise, they work hard giving to the public comic songs with lots of good hard sense in them, they are indeed a clever pair. The whole show is worth seeing, so don't miss it. Particular Paragraphs About the Profession. Much has been said concerning a theater to be owned and operated by our men. And the site on which the South Side Turner hall stands was discussed as the most advantageous. it is to be hoped that this is not all talk and no work. It would be well to have a theater in the Thirty-first and State street district because it is the stroll and we could use another there and hurt no one's trade. A theater well and fully equipped with scenery and other stage properties in the above named location would be very useful, as it is a pleasure to us to see our race perform. 'Tis true we have lots of poor actors but it is not as well to see them as to see others, while our players, good and bad, must walk the streets penniless? Think it over, ye numerous theatergers. Downs and Gomez, in a musical sketch, appeared at one of the down town theaters and were one of the big hits on the bill. Professionals were all at some time amateurs and when you refuse to give the amateur a chance you might ac- cidentally miss a gold mine. Don't stick on color, intelligence leaves that in the rear. The "Era Comedy Four" are taking things by storm on the North Side. The drama, "Retribution," written by our dramatic criticism, will be produced at the Pekin theater for a matinee Sunday, Feb. 25. Don't miss it. A typographical error caused the comment last week on the Comedy Four to appear in print as the Eva Comedy Four, which should have been the "Era Comedy Four." Please note the correction. After an extensive eastern tour the famous Adah Overton Walker and her big act will be with us. De Koven Thompson has to his credit another big song hit entitled "Mr. Wise Old Moon." It is not in publication yet, but it will serve to further make famous this brilliant young composer. Talaboo is preparing to make a flight to the nation's capital with the original cast to play at the Howard theater. "Much success to you, dear little western drama." We are glad to note the reopening of our famous Pekin theater and pleased to publish its management is under the efficient guidance of Messrs. Thomas and Motts. Madame E. Aizala Hackley appeared Feb. 6 in Galveston, Tex., at the Macedonia Baptist church to a crowded house, giving a lecture on the customs and usages of Paris and sang a program of exceptional beauty. Her work as ever was faintless and every praise was merited. LECTURE That lecture you have heard so much about will come off next Thursday day evening at St. Mark M. E. church, corner Fiftieth street and Wabash avenue. Subject, "Get a Mule." You hear all the time about the negro's criminal record, come now and be told something of his progress. Admission 15 cents. Rev, H. A. Foreman, pastor. The Phalanx Club has sent out announcements for its pre-Lenten ball, which will be given at Oakland Music Hall, 40th and Cottage Grove avenue Wednesday evening, Feb. 21, 1912. As the postal clerk of Chicago have won great fame for entertaining, undoubtedly the "Smart Set" will look forward to this event with great pleasure. The efficient committee on arrangements of which A. I. Jones is chairman, ably assisted by John A. Yeatman, M. C. Buckleman, John W. H. Ogleys and W. C. Lipscomb, promise to make this one of the most pleasurable entertainments of the season. The program begins at 8 o'clock p.m. Prof. Garfield Wilson's orchestra. A Review—Our Literary "Round Table." By D. W. Johnson. "The Crisis" for February, a monthly magazine, published by the "National Association for the Advancement of Colored People" at 20 Vesey street, New York city, of which Prof. W. E. B. DuBois is editor, can be well classed as a cyclopedia of race news. It contains several interesting topics of which "Along the Color Line," "Opinion" and "Disfranchising Voters in Maryland" are the most important. One can scarcely read the magazine through without feeling like going out and "shooting up the town." At first instance this seems strange to say, but there is nothing wonderful about it at all. Contributing editors nor the association—unless gathering and publishing the news—could be so considered, but it is because of the incontrovertable, bald and brazen facts presented therein. Of course to the bright side of the race question, such as: Economics, education, art and science. But what makes one's blood rise to the boiling point is to read of the unjust discrimination, unreasonable prejudice, outrageous race hatred and the wholly indefensible, murderous lynchings to which the race is subjected. It is in comprehensible how such treatment can be accorded a human being and such crimes perpetrated upon a defenseless race of people in an enlightened and civilized country. Benjamin (Pitchford) Tillman of South Carolina, the "divine" disseminator of race prejudice, has spent his bolt of calumination, but he ablides in the favor of an apt student of his, who is the present governor of the state. In the article on "politics" there is a paragraph from Governor Blease's message to the state legislature in which he vies with Satan and all of his (Satan's) imps in the decent of his infamous hatred. He says: "It is recommended that you pass an act prohibiting any white person from teaching in Negro schools or teaching Negro children. We boast of the fact that we have no social equality in South Carolina, yet white people are teaching in Negro schools, who are associating with the pupils and teaching them that they are as good as white people and are insisting into their heads ideas of social equality. Not long since a white woman (and a good looking one) was seen walking on a Negro school ground with one arm around a Negro boy and the other around a Negro girl. What do you expect to be the outcome of this kind of conduct? Stop it, and stop it now. The magazine abounds with "rich articles" similar to this one. Subscription, $1 a year or 10 cents a copy. Miss Hattie E. Franklin, 3643 Vernon avenue, who has been ill, is able to sit up. The funeral of Mrs. Carrie Holmes, aged 28, took place from her residence, 3625 Dearborn street, Friday morning. IN THE SPORTING WOLRD Prize Fighting, Baseball, Football, Wrestling and Other Sports. By J. D. Harris. Ilia Vincent is the real light heavy weight champion of the world. Won his match at the Pekin theater from a New Yorker who has been at the Pekin several times to meet Vincent. Mr. Faust's weight is 304 lbs. Vincent will wrestle a double-header Friday night at the Empire theater and the Pekin. Both matches are to a finish. Two good men are Paul Martinson and the other is unknown. Calvin Respress, who is a young Vincent who can stay forty-five minutes with the champion of Illinols, is getting in fine shape for Ernest Karty. Respress was in Englewood Thursday night in a finish match. Jack Johnson says if Jeff wants to fight Jim Flynn he will have to meet him first. Jack said he wants to show the people that Jeff was not drugged. Langford won from Barry in Australia in twenty rounds and Sam is getting more clever every day. He will meet Jim in April. Leroy Bird is after young Zybisco. Bird is one of the best wrestlers of the Douglas Center Athletic Club. Bird is open to meet anybody up to one hundred and forty pounds. Address 2819 State street, care of the D. C. club. STEREOPTICON EXHIBITION, FREE. Be sure and hear the illustrated talk with stereoptic views on "The Industrial Development of Cuba" at the Fellowship League, 2830 State street, Wednesday evening, Feb. 21, at eight o'clock. Come and hear of the land of perpetual June. AU REVOIR. The Bonne Femme Coterie concluded their progressive whist series with the prelenten games on the 15th inst., at the home of Mrs. Lutie B. Jackson-Turner, 3S6K Wabash avenue. Assisting in receiving and service were Mrs. Mattie J. Thornton and Mrs. Rebecca Thayer. The closing of the series was attended by many sighs of regret but the beautiful prizes awarded brought forth much admiration and the ladies lingered long over a bountiful repast. The feeling of bon comeraderel apparent at this closing meeting was a fitting finale of the club's delightful season. It is the purpose of the coterie to reopen their games after the lenten period and the amenities of their social assemblies will probably be inaugurated with a May-day frisk. VOTE FOR THE FATHER OF THE 8TH REGIMENT ARMORY State Senator Samuel A. Ettleson. Independent Republican candidate for State Attorney, Vote for him at the primary, Feb. 27, 1912. A word or two about this stalwart Republican: Hon. Samuel A. Ettelson is a native of the city of Chicago and was born on November 19, 1874, having resided in sald city since his birth. He was graduated from the West Division high school in 1892 and attended Harvard college for one year. For three years, commencing in January, 1894, he was employed during the day in the city public library, and being of a studious nature, taught school at night and studied law. He was graduated from the Chicago College of Law in 1897, and has achieved success in his profession, having been connected with some noteworthy litigation. He is a member of the law firm of Schuyler, Ettelson & Weinfeld. Mr. Ettelson is a Republican, having cast his first vote for William McKinley for president. He became interested in politics in 1904, and was elected a precinct captain. As the nominee of the Republican party in 1906, he was elected state senator from the third district. In the forty-fifth general assembly he was made chairman of the committee on parks and boulevards, and also a member of many of the important committees during that session of the legislature. CHICAGO TRIBUNE AGAIN IN ER ROR. The Springfield correspondent of the Chicago Daily Tribune terms Rev. Edward R. Morris as "pastor of a Negro Mission." Rev. Ed. R. Morris is not "the pastor of a Negro Mission" but the priest in charge of St. Monica's Roman Catholic church, Dearborn and 36th streets. Rev. A. J. Blinga of Richmond, Va., arrived in the city Friday to attend the wedding of his cousin, Mr. Jesse Blinga, and Miss Udora Johnson Tuesday night. Sunday morning the reverend will occupy the pulpit at Bethesda Baptist church. THE COLORED PRESS ASSOCIATION OF CHICAGO ORGANIZED AND A NEWS BUREAU ESTABLISHED. Beauregard F. Moseley Endorsed and Recommended As Candidate for County Commissioner. The meeting last Saturday night at the Pelkin cafe of the representatives of Chicago's leading journals marked an epoch in the life of the race as well as in that of those directly interested in the publication of Chicago's four leading weeks—The Broadax, The Defender, The Chronicle and the Illinois Idea, for at this meeting for the first time in the history of negro journalism in this city met as the guest of one another, Mr. Julius F. Taylor, editor and publisher of the Broadax; Mr. S. B. Turner, editor and publisher of the Illinois Idea; Mr. R. S. Abbott, editor and publisher of the Chicago Defender, and Mr. W. D. Neighbors, editor and publisher of the Illinois Chronicle and discussed seriously the mission and grave responsibility of the negro press, and how to improve it. As a result the Colored Press Association of Chicago was organized with Mr. Julius F. Taylor as president, S. B. Turner, vice-president; W. D. Neighbors, secretary, and R. W. Neighbors, treasurer, and a news gathering bureau established for the usefulness and service of the press to the people's weekly meetings were arranged, at which all topics of race interest and occurrences of the race will be considered and discussed and the attitude of the press thereon declared. At this meeting one of the first subjects placed before the new organization by President Taylor for discussion was the possibility of concentration of effort of the nomination of a member of the race for county commissioner from the list of five that had filed petitions to have their names placed upon the primary ballot to be voted for April 9. It was conceded by all that no one would be nominated by the negroes themselves did not concentrate upon some one of the five, as neither of the five would be within the favored zone on the ballot, and that on this account the individuality of the aspirant would aid greatly in securing to the race a nominee. The attempt of the party bosses to placate the negro vote by selecting some negro of their individual liking, regardless of his ability or his standing with his race or his moral fitness, was discussed and resented, and the trickery of naming in a questionable convention a colored man as one of ten, and so filling the list with the officials who make up the official primary ballot so as to make his eleven, was regarded as an injury added to insult; it was also declared that no one identified with the two dominant factions in the party would have a chance as the one would offset the other. After a careful scrutiny of the merits, fitness and the importance of each of the five aspirants, was unanimously declared to be the best principal to support a man who had made good as a man assisted by pay roll or job holding proclivities; a man of family and standing in the community who was not a seeker after endorsements from any convention or party faction and one who has the confidence of the cleaner element in the party, and as a principal is of no avail without a man. In Beauregard F. Moseley of the Thirty-first ward the colored press of Chicago believes the people, and the principal will have a man who will not be the puppet of any boss or subject to the command of any faction, but a true representative servant of all his people. It was thereupon resolved to make Mr. Moseley the selection of the colored press for candidate for county commissioner and carry his name at the mast head of each paper in the association and to urge upon the race in every precinct in Chicago to cast their vote on primary day for him, to the end, that a man of the race will be nominated and elected. For COUNTY COMMISSIONER Vote for BEAUREGARD FRITZ MOSELEY. THREE BUILDERS OF NATIONS Cavour, William the Silent and George Washington Never Yielded to Despotic Ideals. As a nation-maker Cavour stands with William the Silent and George Washington. Each of these men fought through the agony of a war of liberation, yet never yielded for a moment to the militarist or despotic ideals so liable to be bred in time of crisis; each loved free institutions with his whole heart; each could have said as truly as William the Silent, "I was always on the side of the people;" yet each avoided the special faults of the demagogue as completely as Wellington or Peel; each planted justice and mercy amid the chaos of wrath and revolution; each kept an heroic equanimity of temper toward all their supporters, even toward the foolish and the false who hade fair to ruin their work; finally, each died leaving as his handwork a nation whose every merit is symbolized in the life of the man who made it, whose every defect is due to the tradition which he started being too lofty for imitation. If Americans can boast that America is more true to the traditions of Washington than Italy is true to the traditions of Cavour, they may be sure that their country is reaping the benefit in due proportion. Measures and policies and constitutions must change with changing time, but the spirit that inspires a just policy is the same in the eighteenth, the nineteenth, and the twentieth centuries.-George Macauley Trevelyan, in the Atlantic. Premature Escape In Rooks county, Kan., thirty years ago a man was charged with murder. The evidence was all in, the attorneys had made their pleas, and the jury was out deliberating. The man gave the sheriff the slip and has never been seen to this day. Five minutes after his escape the jury returned a verdict of not guilty.—Kansas City Journal. --- THE STREETS OF BROADWAY Candidate for the Republican Nomination for the Office of Member of the Board of Assessors of Cook County, Illinois. BROOKLYN Hon. Charles Krutckoff. Has been employed in the office of the Board of Assessors since the present assessment law went into effect in 1899. Has made steady advance since that time from a minor position to that of Chief Clerk of the Board. Mr. Krutckoff is undoubtedly well qualified for the position. His continuous employment and advancement during the several administrations of the Assessors conclusively shows his ability. Mr. Krutckoff was born in Chicago November 1st, 1871. Was educated in the public schools of Chicago. Has lived in the South Town of Chicago all his life—40 years—and in the same neighborhood. Is married and the father of a family of two children. QUEEREST PRISON IN WORLD Arizona County Jail Is Blasted Out of a Mountain of Solid Quartz Rock. When the authorities of Graham county, Arizona, decided to look about for a place in which to confine criminals, they found a natural depression in the side of a hill. This was enlarged into what might be called an artificial cave, divided into four compartments. The cave was excavated parallel to the side of the mountain in which it was made, and daylight admitted by holes blown out of the wall with explosives, the windows being guarded by a network of heavy steel bars. The entrance to the depression was also closed in the same manner, and a vestibule or porch of assonry built out from it to provide quarters for the sheriff and his assistants. This vestibule is also divided into compartments, which are connected by gates of steel bars. The only way of entering the prison is through the vestibule of masonry, and in order to escape the inmates would have to cut their way through three sets of bars which are an inch in thickness, as the windows are so high up above the rock forming the floor of the cells that they could not reach them. It is necessary, however, to have a very secure place, as the criminals in this part of the country are of a most desperate class, and the inmates frequently include murderers and highwaymen. The mountain which has thus been turned into a prison is composed of solid quartz rock, and the excavation was made principally by the use of explosives. The jail is located in the town of Clifton, the county seat.—Wide World Magazine. One of the greatest exponents of the art of dancing in this city is Mrs. Elizabeth Butler, 2326 Indiana avenue, who is one of the leading spirits of the Maple Leaf Social Club. Good Thing to Remember. Five fingers of scorn do not equal one helping hand. THE BINGA BLOCK, 4712-4752 flats, low rents, newly decorated. Main Office— S. E. Cor. State and 36th Place. Telephone—Douglas 1565. Jennie Watts Brown, Maud B. Chandler, Jennie M. Lacey, Gertrude B. Dudley, Junius H. Sayre, George E. Madden, Warren B. B. Douglas. Boxes.....35c Main Floor.....25c Balcony.....15c Seat Sale Now Open Songwriters and Composers We need and must have more original song poems, complete songs and instrumental compositions, for immediate publication. Send us yours for examination. Our catalogue goes to press very soon. ROSS BROS. Music Publishers 717 T Street, N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. HATS After Inventory Sale of Trimmed and Untrimmed Hats. For Two Weeks Only Trimmed Hats for $1.00 and $1.50 Untrimmed Shapes 25c and 50c including some good white felt hats. Don't miss sale if you want something good for little money. MISS M. MATTHEWS Phone Aldine 2852 6 EAST 32ND ST. Separation Sometimes Good. Being sometimes asunder heightens friendship. The great cause of the frequent quarrels between relations in their being so much together. --- Annual Easter Knights Cemplar Ball GIVEN BY Hugh de Payne Com. No. 19 AT Seventh Regiment Armory 34th Street and Wentworth Avenue Easter Monday, April 8th, 1912 ADMISSION • 50c Could Guarantee These Men. Could Guarantee These Men. An employer of men was inquiring of another employer if he could recommend him two steady, sober men. "Why, you have just come to the right man," was the reply. "I know two men—the steadiest men you could meet in a day's march; in fact, I watched them for one solid hour when they were with me, and neither of them moved." Kindly Scribe. "The editor of the Weekly Plain Dealer is a charitable sort of fellow," commented Farmer Hornbeck, in the midst of his perusal of the village newspaper, wherein he had encountered an example of the linotype's peculiar perversity, says Puck. "In his article on the death of Late Dabsack, who, betwixt me and you, hadn't much to recommend him except that he wasn't quite as bad sometime as he was others, he says that 'the deceased was generally regarded as hjfldytcmwypvbpkgkbkgkbzhrzh-rhtdshrdlwl!" "And I guess that's about as near as anybody could get to mcking an estimate of the departed without hurting his relatives' feelings." A WEEK WITH "THE WOLVERINES" Michigan in the Limelight, by Our Special Correspondents—Detroit, Kalamazoo, Dowagiac and Benton Harbor. THE RACE MAKING GOOD. The Race Making Progress—Personal and Pertinent Paragraphs About the People—What They Are Doing in Religious, Business and Social Circles. DOWAGIAC NEWS Dowaglac, Mich., Feb. 16.—Miss Mae Allen has returned home after spending a few days with her sister, Mrs. Clayton Brown, of Vandalia. Mr. John Myers is seriously ill at his home in Pokanak. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Roberts are rejoicing over the arrival of a fine baby boy. It is reported that Rev. G. W. Carr, who is now in Ann Arbor assisting Rev. Mead in revivals, is meeting with wonderful success. Rev. Thomas B. Evans and Brother Richard of Briston, Indiana, were in this city for a few days during the revivals of last week. Rev. Evans preached a very able sermon both Friday evening and Sunday morning. The hearers were greatly benefited by the sermons. ٢٠٠٢ Mr. Chester Archer is in Ann Arbor for an indefinite stay. It is reported that Mrs. Belle Hill is quite indisposed. Mrs. Noah Griffin, who has been quite indisposed, is improving. Mrs. Clayton Brown and son Max Edward are spending a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Allen. Rev. G. W. H. Hill's subject for Sunday morning, Feb. 18, is, "Effective Prayer;" evening subject, "True Love." KALAMAZOO ITEMS Kalamazoo, Mich., Feb. 16.—Miss Vivian Stafford has transferred the Chicago Defender to Miss Jennie A. Goint. Everybody get interested in the Northwestern News. You will find that it contains church, personal, social, political affairs and associated presses. Messrs. Miller and Harris, of Battle Creek, visited friends in this city last Sunday. Grand Masquerade Ball, to be given at the Auditorium in Battle Creek, Feb. 22nd, 1912. Mr. Lester Boldin has opened up a very neat little rooming house at 4292 Kalamazoo avenue. Go and see him. Excellent; services were conducted at Grand Chapel Sunday, Rev. Pettiford, pastor of the church, taking for his morning text the 1st and 2nd verses of the Second Philippians: "If there be, therefore, any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of spirit, if any troubles and mercies; fulfill ye my joy, that ye be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind." In the evening Rev. Dungill, local pastor, discussed the 33rd verse of the 21st chapter of Matthew: "They say unto him: Lord, that our eyes may be opened." This subject appealed to most every heart in the house, as he dwelt upon it exclusively. The dead body of Mrs. Anna Simmons was brought to this city from Milwaukee, Wis., by her niece, Mrs. Mary Morgan. Service was conducted by Rev. Pettiford at the A. M. E. Church. Burial at Riverside. Picked Up Ancient Scotch Colin. A unique, ancient coin dated 1677, was picked up recently by Mr. George Jackson, of Johnshaven, Knincardshire, Scotland, while he was working in his garden. On the one side is the crossed sword and scper with the crown, and on the other a Scotch thistle, with the date over the top. "Hib. Rex" can be distinctly read. The small copper coin, just the size of a present-day sixpence, is in excellent preservation. Pioneer Tobacco Growers The original planters of fine tobacco in Honduras were Cubans, who brought their seed and methods of curing, and with favorable soil, climate, and labor conditions were successful, their tobacco taking first prize in several international exhibitions; quantities were exported to Cuba and sold as Habana tobacco. These planters became well to do and retired. Bentilies That Have Long Life Some of the sacred crocodiles of India are said to be over a hundred, and vast estimates have been made of the ages of the giant tortoises of Madagascar. Certainly there was till recently (and may be still) a tortoise in the garden of the Governor of Capetown which came there eighty years ago, and was believed to be 120 when it arrived. Explanation of Saturn's Rings. A new theory to explain the rings of Saturn is urged by Prof. Birkeland of Christiana, who holds that they are produced by electric radiation from the planet and are "renewed, so to say, every instant." Cogent Reasoning. The unwillingness to do honor to a prophet in his own country is illustrated by the following anecdote. It was remarked to a Scotchman that a certain individual was very clever. "Him clever. Why, I gaid teau学 wl' him," was the response. The Sufferer. This O is the size of the headache that he had when he started for the banquet. And this o is the size of the headache that kept him out of church.—Chicago Record-Herald. HARSH CURE FOR INFLUENZA Sting of the Yellow Jacket Will Cause Symptoms of Disease to Subside. There is a new cure for influenza which Dr. Robert T. Morris of New t T. Morris of New York writes about in the current issue of the Medical Record. Briefly stated if you have influenza walk out to the nearest nest of yellow jackets and either kick it YORK writes about in the current issue of the Medical Record. Briefly stated if you have influenza walk out to the nearest nest of yellow jackets and either kick it or strike it violently with a stick, after making sure that the wasps are at home. "The site of the sting became excessively painful and swollen" reports Dr. Morris in telling of a man who cured himself of influenza in this very way. "An hour later the symptoms of influenza subsided rapidly, and three hours later the patient felt perfectly well, with a hearty appetite for his dinner. This relief from the influenza continued for two days, during the time when reaction from the sting of the wasp was most intense. On the subsidence of the inflammation of the leg on the third day symptoms of influenza again reappeared, and while not as marked as previously, persisted for a fortnight." Bee stings have been used for the cure of rheumatism, and in some parts of the country bee keepers receive a fee from rheumatic patients for systematic applications of bee stings. KEEPING UP APPEARANCES. A typical aristocrat was the first Marquais of Abercorn. He died in 1818, but is still revered in Ulster under the name of "The Owl Marquais." This admirable nobleman always went out shooting in his blue ribbon, and required his housemids to wear white kid gloves when they made his bed. Before he married his first cousin, Miss Cecil Hamilton, he induced the prince regent to confer on her the titular rank of an earl's daughter, that he might not marry be-neath his position; and, when he discovered she contemplated eloping, he sent a message begging her to take the family coach, as it ought never to be said that Lady Abercorn left her husband's roof in a hack chase.—Collections and Recollections. (By One Who Has Kept a Dairy.) USE OF WORDS Now, it cannot be too clearly understood that, in science, technical terms are names arbitrarily assigned, like Christian names to children. There can be no question of the names being right or wrong. They may be judicious or injudicious; for they can sometimes be so arranged as to be easy to remember, or so as to suggest relevant and important ideas. But the essential principle involved was quite clearly enunciated in Wonderland to Alice by Humpty Dumpty, when he told her, apropos of his use of words, "I pay them extra and make them mean what I like."—A. N. Whitehead in "An Introduction to Mathematies." THE THING TO REMEMBER. A reply very characteristic of the statesman and diplomat who made it is given in the "Autobiography of Alfred Austin." Lord and Lady Salisbury were among the guests at Hewell Grange. Lord Salisbury had come to speak at a public meeting. On the morning of the day when the speech was to be delivered, seeing Lord Salisbury passing into the study, I said to him: "I suppose you are going to think over what you will say tonight?" "No," he said, in his tronical way, "rather to think over what I must not say." BIG YEAR FOR GEMS. The demand for diamonds, pearls and other precious stones in the year about ending will swell the total value of the gems received at the custom house in this city in 1911 to more than $41,000,000, according to an estimate made yesterday by an importer. Last year the gem imports exceeded $40,566,448, which excelled any previous year's except 1906, when the total was $45,373,488. In 1908 only $21,862,896 worth of gems reached the United States, but since that time the receipts have indicated a healthy condition in the trade. THE NEW CHINA In the province of the lower Yang-Tse, where, Marco Polo declared disdainfully, there was scarcely to be seen a man-at-arms, there are now young men training, by gymnastic exercises and drill, for the coming struggle. "Soon," so runs one of their military marching songs, "soon, chiefs will lead millions of young men whose battalions will crush Europe and America."—From Les Derniers Barbares, by Commandant d'Olone. THE WEAK ONES: Police Chief Sebastian was talking about a married man who had fallen before the charms of the beautiful "flirt catcher." "George was always weak," said the chief. "Once, when he was a boy at school, his mother was apologizing for him to his school teacher. "George is so easily led," the mother said. "Yes,' the teacher agreed—'except in the right direction.'" Adventure in a Metropolis. "The first thing I did when the pick-pocket took my pocketbook was to call a policeman." "Did he give you any satisfaction?" "Yes. It was a comfort to know that he wouldn't let that crook keep all the swag for himself." Business Hint "Don't ever buy property in the earthquake belt." "Why not?" "Because it is subject always to a ground rent." HAPPENINGS IN THE CITIES CAN YOU TELL WHAT IS VERY BAD ABOUT THIS DRESS? NEW YORK.—A vanity chas, it was revealed recently, has been started among the girls in Erasmus Hall High school, Brooklyn, as a part of the hygiene and gymnasium courses. It was originated by Catherine Turmer assistant principal, as a means of teaching the girls to take greater care in their personal appearance and of impressing on them the fact that a girl who has plain features may make herself unusually attractive by displaying taste in dress, care of her teeth and hair, her complexion, carriage of shoulders, and the like. The pupils are urged to give heed to all those things, and they are examined in them just as they take examinations in algebra, arithmetic and English. Miss Turner, who is active in evolving the new course, is a stanch believer in simple gowns. She insists that girls may be just as attractive in simple frocks as in silks, provided they pay attention to many other things and make it a point to appear neat. To the girls she has made it a point to explain the many things that are required to look fetching. She has given lectures on the care of the person, on harmony in dress, taste in the selection of materials, and on many other things. The opportunity for giving more attention to those things has come because of the inability of all the classes to get as many hours, as set in the schedule, in the gymnasium Farmer Boy Buncos City Firemen CHICAGO—Whether Frank Anderson came from Wheeler, Ind., or whether he didn't, he succeeded in working a "skin game" on scores of members of the city fire department that would do credit to the most experienced and skillful of Chicago confidence men, and now the firemen are looking up Wheeler, Ind., on the map. To their relief they find that Wheeler, Ind., is really so. This is the only think they have found to be true about Frank Anderson, however, and in fact they are beginning to doubt that he is Frank Anderson at all and may be somebody else—which latter suspicion the police concur in. Frank is a stolid, healthy-looking country lad, with rosy cheeks. He went around to the various fire houses and told his story. "I live back on a farm near Wheeler, Ind." he would say, "where my ma has 3,000 chickens and 19 cows. We got a tolable sized farm back there. I came to Chicago to find my Aunt Jane, but run out o' finances and I calculate as how I'll have to hoof it back. If one of you gentlemen will assist me in getting back home I'll send you more than I borrowed in eggs and butter." Jerome Connor, a salesman, who happened to be in the quarters of en Wireless Used by Cupid On Steamer Wireless Used by Cupid On Steamer LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE WILL ALWAYS FIND AWAY SAN FRANCISCO.—A prank of Cupid with the wireless aboard the Pac- ficic Mall liner Mongolia the other day basely betrayed to an indulgent world afloat and ashore the plan of Leut. Edmund Spence Root of the navy to marry Miss Maude May Rad- cliffe, daughter of E. F. Radcliffe, electrical manufacturer of Portland Ore., and to surprise his relatives and friends with the news. The Mongolia was plowing serenely toward San Francisco when the god of love began to get busy with the key of the wireless apparatus. Other vessels far at sea and a few of the land stations received the persistent call of the Mongolia's operator, but the receiving stations did not pay much attention until the words "marriage license" clicked forth in the dispatch leaving the Mongolia's aerials. The agrogram was addressed to At 7:30 o'clock girl were at the cage and soon were in coveted permit. His address as Clp plained that the n theoretical, he had in that city. Miss address as Portla navy man first co Lieutenant Root minister who tled Zoo Keeper Says Lions Are Alienists NEW YORK.—"BILL" Snyder, head keeper at the Central Park menagerie, has qualified as an alienist. "BILL" never graduated from a college, or served on an asylum's staff, but when a man named Fulberg tried to break into the lion cage, Snyder said at once he was crazy. How did he know? Because "BILL" says the lions always try to make friends with an insane person. "Yep, I've never seen it fall yet," said "BILL." "Whenever a crazy man gets near a lion, the animal just naturally comes up close to the bars and tries to be a good fellow. He will wag his tail and purr like a cat. It's wonderful, but it's so. Why, I once knew a crazy man to take a lion's food away from the brute, and the animal seemed to be trying to smile about the joke." "What do you suppose makes a lion so friendly with a crazy man?" "BILL" was asked. "I never tried to figure it out, but I imagine it's because when a man goes crazy his animal nature comes out, and the lion recognizes itself in a little higher development. "I wish I could be put on some lunacy commission. I would bring every week. As the exercises are intended primarily to aid girls in improving their appearance, it was decided to devote an hour to the vanity class. The girls are gathered in the auditorium. Five of the most attractive girls are selected and sent on the stage in the full glare of the footlights. They are lined up and the students in the auditorium are asked to study the appearance of each of the girls, her teeth, her complexion, her figure, her hair, her feet, her dress, her method of standing and other details. Aid is given to the observation powers of the girls by the teachers, who call attention to various parts of the girls' dress. After that has been done the pupils are required to vote on the appearance of the girls. First a vote is taken as to which girl is the prettiest. Next the question as to which girl has the daintiest figure is decided, the girls on the stage meantime standing with their backs to the students in the auditorium. Votes on the teeth, hair, feet and other points of a woman's appearance are taken. The girl receiving the greatest number of votes gets additional credit in her marks in hygiene. Every week different girls are called up for inspection. The girls formerly were taken for walks in Prospect Park by their teachers. Soon it was observed that many young fellows appeared in the parks and sought to attract the attention of the girl pupils. The teachers observed that fact, and now when the classes are out walking and several young men are found seated on a bench the teachers stop, stand beside the men and watch the girls as they pass to see whether they make "goo-oo eyes" at the young men. WILL YOU HAVE JERSEY EGGS ER PLYMOUTH ROCK?—MY MAW HAS BOTH engine company No. 5, 326 South Jefferson street, listened and saw visions of omelettes. He bought $2 worth of eggs. Members of the engine company brought the donation up to $10, and Frank took the names of all. As he was leaving one engine house after having made an extremely successful plea, he asked one of the men whether he preferred 'Plymouth Rock' eggs or the 'Jersey' kind. Several days later he was relating the incident to some friends, and inquiring about "Jersey" chickens. When he was told the truth he sent a message over the wire to all of the fire houses warning the men against purchasing eggs and butter from Frank Anderson. "Too late. We've waited so long for them eggs I guess they're all spotted," was the answer that came back in nearly every instance. Miss Radcliffe at the Palace hotel, and after a few phrases, important only to the parties directly involved, explained that the liner would not arrive until late, and that unless a license were procured Saturday a wedding could not take place in San Francisco. The Heutenant was hurrying home from the Asiatic station, under orders to report at once to Washington, so Miss Radcliffe used the more discreet and secretive telephone to beg Grant Munson, marriage license clerk, to hold the office open until the Mongolia arrived. The gallant Munson did even better—he promised to return to his office and issue the license at any time she and her fiance should appear. At 7:30 o'clock the officer and the girl were at the official trysting place and soon were in possession of the coveted permit. The lieutenant gave his address as Cincinnati, O., but explained that the residence was purely theoretical, he having a sister living in that city. Miss Badcillie gave her address as Portland, Ore., where the navy man first courted her. Lieutenant Root soon located minister who tied the knot. the subject down here, take him up to the lion cage and might soon find out if he is sane or not. It would save the state and city a whole lot of money, as they wouldn't have to hold a suspect under observation more than long enough to bring him to me. "Is the lion the only animal that tries to become acquainted with lunatics?" "Bill" was asked. "No, they all do in some way or another. For instance, the monkey makes an effort to search for flesa, and the elephant tries to give the person a ride." Disappointed Office Seekers Disappointed Grace Seekera. A man will get no mad because the job he wanted was given to someone else that he will spend weeks fighting the appointing power, purely on principle. EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT Prof. Garfield Wilson Manager GOOD MUSIC Beginners Given Individual Atten- tion 500 COMPLETE DUNBAR BOOKS The Defender has been successful in securing 500 complete works of Paul Lawrence Dunbar, complete in the truest sense of the word. All of his poems and stories. To be given away. Good Christmas present. The Chicago Defender for one year and one Dunbar book for $2. Don't delay, as our last lot was soon sold out. A PORO Hair Crown Me a Bun. Me extra out of city Treatment $1.50 3459 Dearborn St. Chicago Phone Oakland 2459 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLINERY Feathers Cleaned, Dyed and Curled HATS BLOCKED 4746 State St. CHICAGO Free List Suspended THE DEFENDER begs to an- nounce the sus- THE DEFENDER begs to an- nounce the susp- pension of the free list for all notices that come under the head of advertisement. All subscriptions for papers must be paid for in advance. Cogent Reasoning. The unwillingness to do honor to a prophet in his own country is illustrated by the following anecdote. It was remarked to a Scotchman that a certain individual was very clever. "Him clever." Why, I gae taule schule wl' him," was the response. Unequally Divided. Sometimes A gets credit for saying what B may have felt and thought and what C had lived for years with courage and self-denial.—Miss Thackery. A. 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"House of Quality" Established 1865 We Have the Most Select Trade in Chicago—Most of the best families as our patrons. A good funeral appeals to the living as a fitting memorial of respect to the dead I furnish a complete funeral—one of satisfaction, for $65.00, or money refunded. We also have the finest goods and furnishings that are manufactured for the undertaking business, to an eternal bronze casket costing many hundreds. I am in no way connected with the Casket and Undertaking Trust and I am not interested in the organized vicious attempt to slander and wilify other persons and firms engaged in the burial of our dead. My many years in business in Chicago and the manner and way my business is conducted proves that I am for building up for co-operation between honest business and the public, not advertising that I alone do right, but happy to say that we give the best for the smallest pay of any place in America today. I stand ready to prove this statement at any time. EMANUEL JACKSON DAN'L M. JACKSON, Expert Embalmer ERNEST H. WILLIAMSON, Assistant Only Place of Business in Chicago 2959 and 2961 State Street Phone 727 Douglas-Automatic 71-629 WRIGHT & BLACK TAILORS ```markdown ``` Our Willow Plume SPECIAL RATES TO MILLINER 3115 Prairie Ave. MURRAY - ANDERSON REAL ESTATE B Insurance in All Its RENTING SALARY AND PERSONAL PR Southeast Corner State Phones Aldine 3692 Auto. 75811 WM. H. HACKN a pupil o one of America's most eminent vo number of pupils in voice beginning Oc STUDIO 514 E. 33rd St. Telephone Aldine TO MILLINERS AND P. ANDERSON REAL ESTATE BROKEN ance in All Its Bran RENTING AND PERSONAL PROPERTY at Corner State and I. HACKNEY, Ca's most eminent vocal teac voice beginning October 1 t. Telephone Aldine 54. SPECIAL RATES TO MILLINERS AND THE TRADE 3115 Prairie Ave. Phone Aldine 1926 MURRAY - ANDERSON - TERRELL WM. H. HACKNEY. Tenor. a pupil one of America's most eminent vocal teachers will take a limited number of pupils in voice beginning October 1. Call or write today. STUDIO 514 E. 33rd St. Telephone Aldine 54. STUDIO OF MUSIC MRS. MARTHA BROADU TEACHER OF VOCAL AND FAL TERM PHONE NORMAL, 2316 RESIDENCE, 645 Madam Minnie SOPRANO Will accept pupils wishing a of vocal and dramatic art. Call 3752 Rhodes Ave., 3rd Flat. EUTHA BROADUS-AN TEACHER R OF VOCAL AND PIANO FAL: TERM B: GIN RESIDENCE, 6450 CHAMP from Minnie A SOPRANO ills wishing a thorou matic art. Call more ., 3rd Flat. Phone Madam Minnie Adams SOPRANO Will accept pupils wishing a thorough knowledge of vocal and dramatic art. Call mornings at studio, 3752 Rhodes Ave., 3rd Flat. Phone Douglas 1058. Geo. V. A. Brown Specialist in Electrical, Gas, Steam Fitting and Plumbing Work ers All Day Resturant Table D'Hote 4 to 8 p. m. h. 11:30 to 2 p. m. a. m. to 10 a. m. Of Quality" Finished 1865 Most Select Trade in of the best families patrons. Reals to the living as a of respect to the dead We funeral—one of satisfac- tor money refunded. We foods and furnishings that the undertaking business, the casket costing many With the Casket and Undertaking Trust and I vious attempt to slander and vilify other of our dead. My many years in business my business is conducted proves that I am between honest business and the public, not happy to say that we give the best for the ca today. I stand ready to prove this J. JACKSON SON, Expert Embalmer WILLIAMSON, Assistant Business in Chicago 161 State Street —Automatic 71-629 FOR BUSINESS & BLACK LORS STATE STREET ed for and delivered. Phone Aldine 5 G. W. Lambert Fres. B. J. Lambert Secy. Guarantee Feather Co. Willow and French Plumes and all Styles of Feathers, Cleaning, Curling, Bleaching and Dyeing. All Kinds of Feathers for Sale. ALLINERS AND THE TRADE Phone Aldine 1926 PERSON - TERRELL STATE BROKERS All Its Branches INTING NATIONAL PROPERTY LOANS or State and 31st St. Chicago, Ill. Phone Normal 3083 CHICAGO Se ee es el THE CITY OF EVANSTON DEFENDER’S BRANCH OFFICE, 621. GROVE ST., " Phone 3499-R 33 EVANSTON Miss Florence A. White, Reporter. . . ie Mr. R. G. Bruce, Editor. ed de a phew eetihvlucs thesu “URC ae oe enahe thamadiiah and Gthaselen.. Dieasant afternoon was spent. Mrs. Virgil Scott, 202 Greenwood Doulevard, entertained a party of friends at tea Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. William EB. Leo and family are now living in their own home, 1923 Asbury avenue. Mrs, Monroe Floyd, 1115 Clark street, gave a very dolightful Valen: Une Iumeheon for the Dorcas Gulld at her home Thursday. The ladies re: Mort an enjoyable afternoon. Mrs, Aurelia, Warren, of Gary, Ind. 48 visiting her aunt, Mrs. Joseph Pra- ther, 2018 Colfax street. At this writ: {ing Mra, Warren 1s on the sick list. ‘The J. Barly Lash Uniform Rank gave a Valentine dance Wednesday night at Evanston Auditorium, Snow Ball Cotillion given by Court ot Calanthe at Evanston Auditorium, ‘Thursday, Feb. 22, You should seo tho swell dresses that will be worn, ‘Mr. James Allen, of Chicago, spent Sunday with his slater, Miss Virginia Spotsman, of 1124 Sheridan Road. ‘Mrs, Carrie Williams, 1736 Oak avo. nue, entertained Rev. and Mrs, Graves and gon, Horace, at dinner Wednesday evening. Mrs. T. F. Richardson, 2021 Colfax street, entertained the Friday after- noon Whist Club at her home on last Friday. A delightful time is reported. Mr. Caled Prather of Lima, Ohio, fs visiting with his brother, Mr. Jo- seph Prather, 2018 Colfax street. Mrs. Joseph Thurman, 1739 Dodge avenue, royally entertained the Fri day Afternoon Whist Club at her home on Friday. A dainty repnst was served. The Sick, Mrs, Susan Bailey, 628 Church street, who bas been quite ill, 1s slow- ly improving. Mr, Isaiah Berry, 1596 Eimyood ave- nue, had an operation performed on him last ‘Thursday and is resting ensy at Evanston Hospital, ‘Mr. W. A. Kincaid, 1206 Asbury ave- nue, has been indisposed for the past few days with rheumatism. Mrs. Amanda Dunlap, 1782 Oak ave- nue, 1s suffering with heart trouble. Mr. Geo. Pressley, Emerson street, fs able to be out after a week's illness. Miss Lillian Smith, who is ulin St. Francis’ Hospital, is better at this writing. Mrs, Marshall Sherrod is still im- proving. Mrs, P. R, Downs, 609 Chicago ave- bue, Was on the sick lst Inst week. Miss Lorie Franklin, 1824 E. Ratt. road avenue, is able to be about her dines = Miss Irene Barber is slowly improv- ing after the second operation. Mr. and Mrs, Chiles, Custer avenue, are on the sick Met. Master Geo. Smith, 1115 Clark street, is much better. Brother Newton Wideman Dead. After a long fiiness Newton Wide- man passed a way at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Josephine Ellis, Friday evening, at nine o'clock. Mr. Wide- man was a devoted Christian and a member of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. Mr. Wideman was born in Abbyville, 8. ©. about seventy years ago, and had lived a few years in Evanston, He leaves to mourn, one sister in Abby- ville, S. C., three daughters, Mrs. Sal- We Wideman, Mrs. Frances Mortis, and Mrs, Josephine Wiis. ‘The tuner. al was held from Ebenezer Sunday at 1 o'clock, Rev. Graves officiating. Interment at Rose Hill, Ebenezer AwM. E. Church. ‘The revival meetings are still in progress with great success. Rev. Cato, of Elgin, is an earnest and in- teresting speaker. ‘The lecture room ot the church Is crowded at each meeting. Rev. H. 8. Graves preached an ex- cellent sermon Sunday morning to a large audience. In the evening Rev. Beacon, of Garrett Biblical Institute, preached soul stirring sermon to an nitentive audience. ‘The three ques- Mons: “What Have You Done With Jesus?” “What Are You Doing With Seaus?” and “What Will You Do With Jesus?” left a deep impression on his hearers. ‘The choir rendered excellent music, ‘The third anniversary of the church will bo celebrated with a great bam quet next month. It will be under the auspices of the Busy Bee Club. Our Suoday School bas taken on now lifo and Supt. W. H. Twiggs Is all smiles. New plans have been perfect- ed and all {s smooth sailing. We will say no more; visit the Sunday School and be convinced. ‘The Christian Endeavor Society is thriving nicely. The intorest 1s in- creasins, Spend a pleasant hour with theso jzarnest workers, ‘Thy choir will meet at the home of Dy ctor Baker Depugh, 1721 Benson 7’ @ tor rehearsal during the re- “eetings. sw Scout Organization. wplication now before the counell fs accepted, Evans- have another distinction, mnaying the frst patrol of col soy Scouts in this country. H. Edmunds is the originator of 9 {dea and for three months has aad his boys drilling hard and learn- ing all the difficult maneuvers that aro taught the boy scouts. ‘The colored troop is made up of 30 local colored lads who have worked stalled as regular members, it will be the first colored troop to joln the movement in this country. This will be quite a distinction to this city and together with the high standing of the Troops One and Two would make Evanston one of the leading citles of the organization In this country. ‘The colored troops have uniforms and everything the same as the local Scouts have. All that is lacking is the official O. K. of the head céuneil of the scouts. seat te committee decides to ret the local Iads join the organization H. A. Edmunds will be scout master of the patrol. ‘The lads that belong to the company are trom the best colored familles in this city and the large colored population is awaiting the de- cision of the council with much in- terest-—Evanston Dally News, Feb, 9. i la a ae Urbana, Il, Feb. 16.—On the eve ning of February ‘8th tbe Monarch Cob hela thelr fourth annual banquet and dance at Varsity Hall In Urbana, ‘About 40 couples were present, In. luaing many out of town guests. "The ‘club ‘colors, purple and white, were | used effectively in decorating the hall. Parry's orchestra furnished tho musle, Cecil Nicholson aad Sara Wilson, of Champaign, led tho grand march, whieh Was followed by. twenty-four danees. Between the eloventh. aod twelfth dances Nathan Dyer served an excellent dinner, All the members of the club united in saying that the af fair was the most successful of any | over given by the club. Visitors were delighted and surprised av the atten- tion to detail and tho evident careful preparation of all the plana On Friday evening, Feb. 9th, Mr. Chester Brewer entertained at_ bis eautifur home ‘in Urbana, "Theit large home Was cleared of rugs and other furniture and the spaco was gl¥- en over to the guests wito danced um Gila late hour, “Spencer Johnson fur nished music 20 inspiring that. none were able to stay from, the floor About I o'clock a delightful dinner was served and after that dancing was resumed. Alva late hour the guests epartet and ali agreed that’ Mr. Brewer Wwas a most royal entertainer. ‘Out of town guests were: Misses Viola King, of Muskogee, Okla.; Bea. trlee Lee, Ethel Lee, of Cuieago; Eunice Priest, of Peoria; Leora Walk: er, of Lloomington; Ida. Mae Green, of Madisonville, Ky.;, Helen Reed, of Paris; Fssiinda Goode, of N. ¥.; Coz zetia Chavous, ‘Tuscola; Ciara, Wik Tams, Madaline Stewart, of Danvile; Orendort of Lincoln; irs, Frances Mann, of Clinton, Towa; Messrs, Charles Aason, of Evanston; H. Jack. son, of Chicago; Harry Lewis and James, Walker, of Bloumington; Dou: ald Brown, of Danville; Tom Glass, ot Decatur: te Bi Jones or Matson LA GRANGE AND VICINITY. La Grange, Nl, F "), 16—The enter. tainment giv a ty thr Willing Work- ers Committee o th A. M. ©. Mis sion was a comp ste uccess, both so- cfally and fimane als ‘Mr. Lewis Cur-le was a visitor to the Auto show last week, Mr. Carl Carter of the Nght weight L. H.S. basket ball team, is still star. ring, regardless of their many defeats, Miss Martha Palmas, 140 West Bur- Kington avenue, is on the sick list. Mr, Fred Green, of 640 North Ken- sington avenue, is rapidly Improving. Miss Minnie Ewell was called home to the bed side of he sick mother at Covert, Mich. ‘The Juvenile Branch of the Sunday Eve Club is making quite a hit, ‘The special program that will be given on Sunday, Feb. 18, 1912, by the La Grange Progressive Sunday Club, is being looked forward to with great enthusitsin. Al are welcome, Mr. Morris Robins was visiting friends in Chicago last Sunday. ‘The Chicago Defender is represent- ed by Nir. M. L, Pettiford, 325 1. Cal ander street. Phone 1027 R. Giisiin Had Lived on Baus, , On his morning round for eggs re- cently, Michael Heiseman of Custice, ©,, reached iuto a hen’s nest and touched an object that made him jump back quickly. A closer examin- ation showed a big spotted snake colled in the nest. Beating a hasty re- treat, Heiseman secured a shotgun and on reaching the nest noticed that the snake had swallowed a china nest egg and was gradually working it down its throat. It was but the work of & moment to blow off the head of the reptile, Hefseman then recalled the fact that his ogg supply bad de- clined recently, and he thinks that the snake, with perhaps its mate, had been making forays on the roost for some time. ‘Advice From Kindly Busy Body. “Oh, my! Your house bas an odor of burning milk. Don’t you know how to avoid that?” asked the K. B. B. “I didn't think it was so terrible. Ym sure. Everybody has accidents of ‘that kind," sald the woman sho’ was Vislting rather trritebly. “Now it's all right, of course, I don't mind it, my dear, but next time Just sprinkle some salt on the stove at once after the milk Is spilled and you ‘will avold that unpleasant odor.” Wooden Teeth, Japanese ‘dentists have’ introduced wood as a substitute for porcelain and rhinoceros ivory. The wooden teeth used-by tho Japaneso dentist fare remarkably natural in appear ance.and in the fine blulsh color pe- cullar to the teoth of the Malay race: Tho teeth are fastened in place by a secret process jealously guarded by {te {nventor.—Harper’a Weekly, The Nutmeg State Interesting Weekly Letters From Hartford, New Hayen, and Other Cultured Points. Special Corres- pondemcot the ChicegsDelrcie Hartford, Conn., Feb. 16.—The Right Rev. Bishop J. W. Hood of the A. M. . Z. Church will be in Hartford dur: ing the second week in March. The Women’s Home and Foreign Mission- ary Soclety will give a banguet in hon- or of the Bishop. The Bishop will de- liver an address to the above named soclety before the banquet and will preach at the A. M. E. Z. Church Sun- day, March 10th_- Mr, Wm. Diggs is on the sick list. Mr. Kelley is still quite sick at bis home on Pleasant street. Mrs. Elizabeth is still om the sick list and would be glad to see all of her friends at any time, ‘The Hyperion Whist Club will give an exclusive dance Wednesday, Feb: ruary 17th; only members of the “400” are invited, Hartford society leaders ‘are always interested in exclusive af- fairs. If you receive an invitation to the Hyperion dance, know yo that you are one of the "400." “Damo Ex- clnded* wants to know how long will it last? : Mrs. Morris Mitchell was called away very suddenly Friday to attend the funeral of her frlend, Mrs, R. J. Grant, of Providence, R. I. Aiiss Lillian Christian entertained the Misses Lillian and Martha Davis, Dora Powers, Daisy Pollock, at her residence last Sunday. A dainty luncheon was served. Mr. Joseph Robinson of 220 Copen street gave a dinner to a few of his friends Wednesday evening. Those Present were Mr. and Mrs. Morris Hill of Liberty street, Mrs. Myers of Southington (his sister), Mr. Fred Ma- jor of Mather street. "An enjoyable ‘evening was spent. Mr. and Mrs. Ambush of Spring: field, made a short visit with Mr. and Mrs. George Briscoe of Huntley place. Miss Viola Benson of East street, ‘Miss Loulse Jones, 83 Green street, Miss Dora Powers, Martin atreet, and Miss Lulu Henderson, Martin. street, attended the Charity Ball given in New Haven last week. Mise Lulu Hen. derson leaves New Haven Monday en route for Waterbury, Conn., to attend tho Social Ball. ‘Miss Florence Taylor was given a farewell party by some of her asso- ciates last Thursday and left for an extended visit with Mrs, Jackson in New York. At the party were: Messrs. A. Roberson, Benj. Shaw, C. Rhone, J. Capron, Misses Anna Biggs, Lilien Christian, Harriet Davis, Hel- en Hill, Francis Rhone, Marrion Cros- lyn, Henrietta Rheaves. Some Shakespeare Statlstics, A Shakespearean enthusiast with much lefsure time on his hands and a regular mania for statistles has dis- covered that the plays of Shake- speare contain 106,007 lines and 814, 780 words. “Hamiet” is the longest play, with 8,930 lines, and the “Com- ‘edy of Errors” the shortest, with 1,777 lines. Altogether the plays. contains L247 characters, of which 157 are fe- males. ‘The longest part 1s that of Hanalet, who has 11,610 words to deliver. ‘The part vith the longest word in it Is that of Costard in “Love's Labor's Lost,” who tells Moth that he fs “not 80 long by the head as, honorificabill- tudinitatibus.” The Old-Time Barber, Oldtime barbers had to alsplay more variety than thelr successors. A work published 1p 1592 describes a barber's greeting to a customer: “Str, will you have your hair cut after the Italian manner, short and round and then frounst with the curling trons to make it look ike a half moon in a mist, or like a Spaniard, long at tho ‘ears’ and curled Ike the two ends of an old periwig, or will you be French- flea with a iovelock down to your shoulders? ‘The English cut ts base, and gentlemen scorn it; novelty 18 dainty. Speak the word, alr, my sela- sors are ready to exectite Four wor- sbip's wil.” Balmeore tic Gren:it Gtx: A remarkable story of the seizure of swimmers by eels comes from New Zealand, A stream in New Zealand wus a favorite bathing placo because the current was swift and strong. ‘Time after time the bather would be- gin to shrick and splash on the sur- face, would disappear before help could reach bim, and when his body had been found it had invariably been eat= en by eels. ‘The cause of the fatallty remained shrouded in mystery, for 0 tong time, but at length the true cause was discovered that whilst the swim- mer was almost stationary in the rapid stream a huge eel would seize him by the foot or leg and drag him down be- neath the surface, Extenuating Circumstances. ‘The judge told tho lawyer to stand up. “Whilo your contempt of court was clearly expressed,” he sald, “I am going to givo you the benefit of ex: tenuating circumstances, In all my oMlelal connection with you T have never heard you uso the expression Jota of proof.” Discharged.” Uses of the Monocle, “why do.you wear a monocle in parliament?” “Well, you see,” replied th candid tourfst, “some ‘of those speakers are: deucedly dull, but, you can’t well go to sleep, you know, with one eve propped open with & bit of wane? Vagabond agape ‘a heehee bee Govrright, xott, by Associated Literary Press.) Jano was poor as to purse; her Dounty lay fn a richness of epirit, an allab{aing love for her fellow men. ‘When sho drew near the tenement that was her home her heart contract: ed painfully. A child, not more than ten, was huddled against the chilling pillar of the doorway, seeking shelter from the biting November wind. The child had taken off her own rag of a coat and it Iny cuddled over a still smaller form in her arms, The eyés of a hunted animal gleamed forth from the small, pinched face when Jane stopped in front of her. “What {8 tt, child? No, don't be etrald—for the child bad made an fayoluntary movement as if to flee— “give me the baby, and come with me; you are cold through and through.” “I dasn't go home till I get two dollars,” the child said mechanically a abe follow8d Jano into the tene- ‘ment bullding and yp the stone stairs, ‘Through her apathy, brought on by numbness and hunger, the child re- sponded to Jane's sympathy. “I'd get beat it I went home without them two dollars, and 1 aln't got nothin’ but coppers—twenty-tour of them.” “Poor little dear,” sald Jane, and pondered the situation while she put the infant to sleep on her own couch. She could not afford to make up the difference in money to the child, fas her own resources were limited, yet the money must be found, and that before dusk set In. She went about preparing food for tho children, Her knowledge as to correct feeding of an infant in arms ‘was more or less vague, “Children of the poor can eat any- thing and thrive,” thought Jane, and & grim little smilo played about her Ups, ‘The mills sho warmed seemed Perfectly satisfactory, and when the infant was again asleep Jane spoke to the older child. “Lam going out to find some more pennles for you. You must slay here ‘until I return.” Jane's order was not YY) vey q iB ‘i i2ay ou i Shon be afraid"— — @ repeated—tho girl was only grateful to have a shelter from the cold. Out in the street Jane's brow puck- ered. How could she get the neces- sary money? A street singer’s yotoe caught her attention. Thero was an idea! Pen- nies were being showered down upon tho girl from the high windows, and Jano believed her own small voico equal in monetary value to that of tho street singer, She walked several blocks in order to gain courage to litt up her voice in song. ‘The neighborhood in which sho found herself was’ rich; Jane knew that from the wonderful Ince ‘curtains in those hundreds of win- dows. She found her way timidly to the back court and thero sho began her strange mission. _ An unusual emotion took hold of Jane when little bundles of pennies or nickels or dimes dropped down from surreptitiously opened windows. Before long Jane had enough and to ‘spare for the small children waiting tor her return. Dusk was coming on slowly, but Jane made her way to ono more bulld- Jog. She had read the word “stu- dios” between the massive portals and her reason told her that here was a domicile of great souls, ‘The unusual strain ‘had begun to tell in Jane's voice, and she was not a little weary when a man came to the doorway and stood deliberately watching her, Jane's tones trembled and tho hot color crept into her ‘cheeks, | ‘When her song was finished she turned to go. The man’s volce stopped her; it wos a gentle volco and full of persuasion. “Twit give you $28 if you will pose for me for an hour,” the man sald. "Tho money consideration did not startle Jane, but the strangeness of her experlenco brought the slow, whimsical smile to her eyes. While ‘she was still studying the man's face ‘he spoke again. “You will bo doing me a great fa- vor—I must have a model tonight.” “I have never posed—but I belleve T could ait still for an hour.” Jane sighed and rather enjoyed the pros- peet of sitting quietly. She was more red than she had ¥ealtzed. “You will have a test every Afteen: minutes,” the artist told her and mar- veled at. the refined, sweet charm of the: street singer. “He led the way to the elevator ané Jane followed, Her eyes gleamed at the soft lux ury of Dana Villar's studlo, She sank down upon a wide couch. Villar stopped to admire the odd color acheme she presented. “You would make far more money a5 © model—than you do as a street singer,” he told her as he put a rough sketch on bis easel, “L am not a street singer,” Jane remarked casually. “What are you—by profession?” Villar swung bis model's platform Into the fast fading light and placed @ chair on it, Jane smiled slowly. “I'm—just a | Vagabond,” she said, and Villar turned | In time to catch the unconscious pa- thos in Jane's eyes. He drew a quick breath; tho git] was beautiful. “It you will coine to the model ls he ts a Jane by the hand fo assist her to the high stand a dylt color ewept the girl’s face. While he draped a soft brown velvet over her shoulders an undreamed-of sensation kept her eyes from looking at hia, | _Villar’s eyes never left the perfect oval of hor face; |{t was framed in Mich masses of red-gold hair and the delleate Sush strayed up until it met the shadows beneath her sott gray eves. “You are far too beautiful to be a —vagabond.” Villar found tt dificult to use the word in connection with is model. | Jane's easy flow of speech came back to her when Villar had returned to lils ensel and she told him of the Uttle children and] thelr urgent need of money, ‘The artist’s hand stopped often dur- Ing her story and|it seemed to him {hat the entire wirmth and glow at tho eetting sun had centered upon Jane, ‘The radiange of a great soul had entered his sttldio and Villar wel- comed its coming) Ho paused and looked at the gitil who had brought these things into bis life. His hand was stil s0 long that Jane wondered at it. i “Am T not holding the pose?” she uestioned. | Villar did not startle her with the knowledge that she was kBlding his universe in her Bands. Instead he sald: 1 “You are holding it so well that 1 am going to ask you to po’ 2 for me again tomorrow.” | “I don't bellevel-I want to bo a model," she sald. Villar looked at her a moment, then said gravely, “Nor, do I want you to become a model.” He smiled then and came over ‘and sank down in whimeleal abandonment beside her. “Let us be sensible, my lady Jane,” he sald, using the|name sho had giv- ga him, *T know) and 1 believe you Know that in time you—no, don’t leave me, Don't you know it? An. swer me" j Jane's breath emo quickly. “Yee, yeo—I do know—tut I seem to have 18 desire to eseape-to—" Villar took her Hand firmly between hie own. | “Never do that, Jane. The most wonderful thing th the world has come to us and the glving in to it is only a matter of time. You can feat it—and fight it and escape—for a time, but in the end—in the end—ob, Janet” he cried breathlessly. MAN ALONE FOLLOWS SPOOR Ie the Only Hunter That Uses Eye ‘sight to Guide Him in the ‘Search fdr His Prey, Spooring, properly speaking, means Hllowing footpridts; but the term commonly {jmplies much more than that, and signifies holding the trail by means of the many marks an animal Teaves bebind on its path, It is essentially tracking by sight when the quarry itself is hidden from views and tt 18 this use of the eyes alone in the pursuit of invisible game that distinguishes man, the hunter, from other antmals, ‘There is no reason to think that any animal, other than man, employs eye- sight to any material extent for this purpose. Consplouous tricks, it fs true, may catch the eye of the stoat ‘or wolf questing for prey, and draw attention to the fact that a possible victim has passed by. But it ts hardly to be believed that either of these animals, high though in certain particulars bis intelilgenco be, has a knowledge, of the shape and structure of the fect such as is neces. sary for telfing tho nature of the spe. cles that has left the spoor and of the direction it has taken, ‘These essentials are learnt by the sense of smell, |Smell will tell the ‘stoat if the tracks are those of a hare ft would bo profifable to pursue or of 4 fox S¢ would bo unwiso to follow; and the gradv'al waxing or waning of the scent in th: or that direction will Indicate. the coifsa that has to be chosen if the quest is to be crowned with success. | ‘To man alone, then, ia confined the power of knowing) these things by eye, Not that the knowledge is instinctive, It has to be acquifed by strenuous ap- plication and long practice; and only the individual’ with keen vieuallzing power and sound] judgment can hope to make a successful tracker and at- tain proficiency in the science. In Unique Business. ‘Mrs, Ellen Roso of Buena Vista, Pa., fs carrying on a unlque business among Women—pumping sand and coal from the bottom of the Susque- hanna river. Although Mrs, Rose has passed her seventleth year, she directs her force of fifteen workmen person- ally, going out with them every morn- ing and visiting them several times-& day to seo that everything is going tetas Fifty Thousand Dollars Saved CHARLES S. JACKSON Funeral Director u 3249.51 STATE STREET _E ro aealnn 3998 St ee ee ake ‘Calle ahewerdd promptly atyhoer olthe ° or night. - Aatemnebile Livery H desired. | » NEGRO KNEW NOTED MEN Veteran Porter, Who Died Recently, Served on Private Car of Sev- ‘eral Presidents, ‘The death of David Hazelton, the veteran porter in tho offico of the Dresident of the Baltimore & ‘Ohio Fatlroad In Baltimore, removes m fa millar figure from the ranks of the old school of Maryland servants, Por- haps no other negro in this country ‘was acquainted with so many prom- nent men of affairs, says the Raliroad ‘Man's Magazine. David, who was over seventy, was & native Baltimorean, While 8 doy he ‘witnessed the Baltimore Flot op April 19, 1861, and was ever fond of telling of the encounter with the Massachu- setts soldiers. He entered the service of the Haltt more & Ohlo rairoad in 1874 as 8 waiter at the Relay house, a few miles from Baltimore, Dining cars were not then known on American rallroaas, He continued in this position tor more than a year. Later he became head walter at the Deer Park hotel when the Baltimore & Ohio opened it in western Maryland, It was Prost: dent Jobn W. Garrett who about 1876 chose him *s a private car porter. For moro than thirty years he remained in charge of the official care of the Baltimore & Ohio’a presidents, During that time David’ crossed tho continent hundreds of times in chargo of special parties and with ofticiais of the railroad, Ho has ridden over prac cally every mile of. rallrond track In North Amorica from the Isthmus of Panama to the northernmost lines of Canada. He was slx feet tall and made a striking appoarance in bis unt form of royal blue trimmed in gold and cap alightly tilted. On a trip with a party tn whten Commodore Vanderbilt was a guest David's dinner was pronounced by the commodore the best meal ho had ever eaten. Dayld had charge of presiden- tial parties from General Grant down to McKinley and Roosevelt. General Grant was numbered as one of his fa vorite guests. President Cleveland also frequently traveled with David. When he started on his honeymoon he made a special request that David, be placed in charge of his car. David retired a few years ago and became a messenger tn the office of the Baltimore & Ohio's president. Vis Store will recall David occupying a place just outside the suite of the chtot executive of the road, his hat slightly tilted and humming a tune popular in Dixie. Great Singer's Generosity. Among the stories told by Arthur Pougin of Malibran, the great singer, is one of her stay in Venice. She was to give slx performances at one thea- ter there, when Gallo, the director of the Teatro Emeronito, being on the evo of bankruptcy, begged her to give two at his theater, promising her £120 for each. She consented, but when Gallo went to take her the sec: ond payment, ho entered saying: “Here is the sum we agreed on.” “What sum? she replied with an air of surprise, “Oh, the £120 for yester- day's performance.” “I don't want your money. Take it all away and spend {t on your children. You shall Ass me and we'll be quits.” Did the 00d fellow belleve hie ears? His two performances bad brought him fn £400 in round figures, had saved him from bankruptey, and to crown bis Joy, he kissed Mme. Mallbran. ‘This maguenimity to a poor Venetian was recelved publicly by a frantic ovation, and cryetalized In verse, while the theatar was renamed Malibran. URING the past year and a half as a result of my fight for lower prices and against extravagance in funeral services, I have saved the colored people of Chicago thousands of dollars. Before my advent into this war, widows and bereaved relatives were burdened with enormous exorbitant funeral bills. To rem- edy this condition I have waged a lone fight with great success. I have been encouraged by the support and co-operation of many of our best people, besides earn- ing the thanks and good-will of erates relatives, to whom have given service at a reason- able price. I have been censured and criticized by some misin- formed persons for my attitude and position, but -I have done “The greatest good for the great- est number,” with regard to the “Other Fellow.” Excellence in Service Thave strived to make my serv- ice perfect in every detail. Up to date livery with courteous drivers, capable and: experienced assist- ants and personal attention. to every part of the funeral service, KING'S WAR ROBE ON VIEW 'At tho Museum In Wow York ity You 'May."See) the” Pesthers cane Bae. the Cant As an example of the past royalty jot Hawallan kings, a remarkable feathered war roti, once the property of Kamehameta Tit, and sald to bo the equal in value of diamond orna- ments in soveral of the European. ro- alla, is dlsplayed tn the hall of South ‘Sea Islands at the American Museum of Natural History. ‘This emblem of Hawailan royalty was presented by the king of the Islands to Commodore Lewrencd Kearney, U, 8. N., in 184%. It is a war cape with a history and, according to Dr. Brigham, an author: ity on Hawaiian fenther work, a sim Nar cloak, completed in the relga of fone of the kings of the islands, was in process of fabrication through eight Previous eras. ‘Tho Kamehameha royal cape is mado of innumerable feathers of the Iwi and Oo birds, which were hunted 4m the ravines and wooded slopes of the mountains of Hawall for the dec- oration of these robes of rank. The Toyal cape, whieh Is erescentshapo, consists entirely of small red and yel. low feathers, which are interwoven upon a fiber network made from tho bark of the Olona plant, Contrary to the custom of the Peruvians, who Srst made thp feathers fast to a cord and then Knotted tho cord to a cloth, the Hawallans attached the feathers sep- arately to the netting. Although fortune in labor ta rep- resented, the feathered war robe only weighs six poiinds. It was presented to tho museum by George 8. Bowdola, and fe mounted flat between two plates of glass, ax te another specly men, whfch fa gala to havo deen used by a former owner as a sleigh robe, tm tgnorance of its great value. ‘Among the noted. collections con talning specimens of this craft aro those at Windsor castle, which tn chides examples given by Queen Vie- ftoria, ‘and Lord Brassy's, whose trophies Includes a rope brought to England by Captain Cook, In the arcbives of tho Hawaiian islands « history of each cloak made bas been fnseribed. ‘Thermometer Detects icebergs. ‘The method hitherto generally in use of taking wator temperatures om tranatende ner. to. guard agaist the approaes of loeberas bas been to dlp water up Sgt of the sea and take its temperature 4s aulekly ax rt“ By this method ev. "uous ments cannot be take, thermometer bas now bee by a professor of MeGINl ‘which, with an Instrument ‘ln Action to the. oselllograph attac. Tecords the slightest changes In tom perature. by, drawing a. continuous curve. ‘The thermometer indlentes ox- ceedlngly fine differences in tempera: ture by means of tho variations in te’ Feslstance of 1 coll of whre, these, ve- Hintions serving to indicate ” the changes of temperature of the mealuig tn which the instrument in immersed ‘Tho coll conalats of 260 feat of pure fron, silk-covered wire, wound on a copper cylinder. If an iceberg ts fargo it may be detected many lies way by the coolness it causes in the rater. Pays to Be Up-to-Date, “a man has to be uptodate to 40 anything nowadays.” "yes," replted Dustin Stax, “When T talle to an investigating committso T find 1 desirable not to: dwell. ost lessly.on tho pase” from the embalmment to the final disposition at the cemetery. Chapel and Show-Room I boast of the most complete and elegantly appointed establish- ment for colored people in the country. A large chapel seating 150 persons, with organ and other conveniences which is at the disposal of our patrons free of charge. A large and most com- plete show-room, showing all grades of caskets and funeral fur- nishings. ; _ One Price to All. All goods are plainly marked with price, thus eliminating the padding of the price of caskets to suit the pocketbook of the pur- chaser. Your attention is respectfully called to my prices and I invite a comparison of the quality *¢ our goods. 4 Rlack caskets, cloth ‘covered, war price, $15; other undertaker; $50; colored plush caskets, our rice, $30; other undertakers, Bs 3 couch caskets, our price, $60; other padertakens: se g 1 make no extra or unnecessary charges. The Fellowship Club Honors Martyred President's Birthday With a Symposium and Dinner at The Abraham Lincoln Center—Many Races Sit at the Same Board and Praise In Speech and Verse "The Plain Man of the Plain People"—Hon. Edward Osgood Brown, Judge of the Appellate Court, and Hon Albert H. Putney, Dean Illinois College of Law, Principal Speakers. GIFTED RUSSIAN PHYSICIAN PLEADS FOR JUSTICE. Dr. George C. Hall says "President Lincoln Had Best Solution for Race Problem"—Mr. Alfred Anderson in Original Poem—Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones Again Endears Himself to the World By His Broad Minded Expressions—Rev. A. J. Carey, Prof. Richard T. Greener Also Speak—Sumptuous Dinner—Lincolniana and Evidence of Race Progress—The Guests. By J. Hockley Smiley. The Fellowship club celebrated Abraham Lincoln's birthday Tuesday evening at Abraham Lincoln Center, Oakwood boulevard and Langley avenue, by a symposium and dinner every other speaker. His topic, "Lincoln, the Plain Man of the Plain People," was applauded to the echo. Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones again endeard himself to the people by his This famous dining club incidentally made history an added luster to their fame as entertainers by this most significant gathering in years. Even the New York World in its recent peace dinner (with a representative of every race in attendance) did not equal in numbers or scope the diversity attained by the Fellowship club Tuesday night. Clergymen and lawyers, doctors and other professionals of both sexes—some white, some black, sat at the same board, enjoyed the same sumptuous bread, enveloped Lincoln and went away the best of friends. Pres. R. A. J. Shaw was toastmaster. The program of speeches was a symposium—tople, "Equal Protection of the Law." Mme. Pericual Wright of Canada rendered several vocal selections assisted by Miss Hunt, organist of Bethel church as accompanist. Master Darnell Howard delighted this assemblage with several violin selections. Lincolnhill, rare prints and literature of the Emancipator and evidences of race progress in unique forms were exhibited by Prof. Greener. The speakers were Hon. Albert H. Putney, Dean of Illinois College of Law; Hon. Edward Osgood Brown, Judge of the Appellate court; Mr. C. J. Mayer, Rev. A. J. Carey, Dr. Goo, C. Hail, Mr. J. Grey Lucus, Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones, Prof. Richard T. Greener, Dr. Rosalie M. Ladyuva. "The Equality of the Law" was the main topic. Mr. Putney discussed it from every point in a most able manner. India Brown's address, however, keynote of inspiration for RFUL WORK F CHICAGO SURGEON. Dr. D. H. Williams' Annual Clinic for Meharya Students Now Considered Important Medical Meeting—Fifteen Year Record. Special to The Chicago Defender. Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 16.—Fifteen years ago Dr. Daniel H. Williams, the eminent surgeon and physician of Chicago, opened a small clinic for the benefit of the Meharry students here. From that time until now the work has crystallized into one of the most important medical meetings that takes place in the South. On his annual visits one week is given to the Internes of the hospital, and those doctors of the city and elsewhere who desire to attend and become benefited by practical illustration and treatment. Here they are given every opportunity of coming into immediate contact with a master mind and hand in surgery. The one this year was the most notable in the history of the institution. Thirty-seven major operations were performed with skill and technique, and when the Chicago surgeon left for his home every patient was doing nicely and there was bright outlook for a speedy recovery of all. Dr. Williams was assisted by Dr. F. A. Stewart, who holds the chair of surgery at Mehray. Dr. R. F. Boyd, a member of the faculty, and one of the leading surgeons of the South; Drs. J. A. McMillan, C. V. Roman, J. H. Hale and H. T. Noel were among those anesthetics were administered by Dr. G. Bantz. The Internes who assisted were J. Givens, Samuel Cottrell, Samuel Utley and Mrs. Francis. The nurses handling the instruments and assisting otherwise were Mimie D. Woodard, Mattie D. Fletcher and Eliza Farrish. Dr. Williams found that the surgical department had developed to a high point of efficiency and that the new Hubbard hospital was in a splendid condition. The operating room was large, complete in every detail for work, plenty of light, having a seating capacity for over a hundred students. The students assembled in the operating room at 9 o'clock every morning and listened to Drs. Williams, Stewart and Boyd, who gave surgical lectures. They also quizzed the students. The patient was brought in and operated on within eyesight of each student. All the advanced methods of surgery were used on the cases which were major operations. Modern methods of administering anesthesia was done by Dr. G. H. Bandy. Every case was properly prepared. Each patient was properly prepared by Mian G. G. Hunt, the head nurse, and her assistants, under the supervision of Dr. Josie E. Wells, Superintendent of the hospital. That Hubbard Hospital and the Meharry College is becoming the medical center of the South was demonstrated by the number of physicians and surgeons who were present, bringing cases from the states of Kentucky, Georgia and Alabama. So By Cary B. Lewis. LINCOLN DAY BANQUET Monors Martyred President's Birthday With Dinner at The Abraham Lincoln Center—The Same Board and Praise In Speech and Man of the Plain People"—Hon. Edward age of the Appellate Court, and Hon Albertinois College of Law, Principal Speakers. HYSICIAN PLEADS FOR JUSTICE. President Lincoln Had Best Solution for Race Anderson in Original Poem—Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Himself to the World By His Broad Minded Exersey, Prof. Richard T. Greener Also Speak—incolniana and Evidence of Race Progress—The every other speaker. His topic, "Lincoln, the Phin Man of the Plain People," was applauded to the echo. Rev. Jenkin Lloyd Jones again endeard himself to the people by his many broad-minded expressions. Dr. Geo. C. Hall spoke in eloquent vein and declared that the martyred president had the best solution for the negro problem. Noticed among those present were Mr. T. Alfred Anderson, John R. Anter, Mr. and Mrs. V. J. Anderson, Mrs. E. I. Alexander, Miss Essie Arnold Julius N. Avendorph, R. S. Abbott Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Barnett, Judge Edward Osgood Brown, Mr. and Mrs William R. Cowan, Rev. and Mrs. H. J. Callis, Rev. and Mrs. A. J. Carey Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Case, Dewitt Curtiss, N. C. Caldwell, Andrew Donovan T. P. Doughas, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Evans, Mr. and Mrs. W. H, Eaves Hon. Richard T. Greener, Dr. and Mrs George C. Hall, Miss Lillian Hunt Master Howard Darnell, Rev. J. H Johnson, Rev. Jeenkin Lloyd Jones, Mr. and Mrs. P. Peter, Mrs. A. B. James, Dr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Kelley, Miss Bernice Kennedy, Mr. and Mrs. J. Gray Lucas, Mrs. Grace Lake, Dr. Rosalie M. Ladova, A. Hon. Lewison, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Moseley, Mr. and Mrs. David A. McGowan, Henry W. McFarland, David Manson Charles H. Mitchell, Dr. A. W. Mercer, Judge A. C. Mayo, Mr. Si Mayer, Chas J. Myers, Mrs. Mayer, Miss Ada Lou Mitchell, Mrs. A. F. Perry and daughter Miss Helen, Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Perry, Mable G. Parish, J. Hackey Smiley, W. R. Sahens, Hon. J. F. Seanlon, Thos. Wallace Swann, Mr and Mrs. R. J. Shaw, Mrs. Mamle Midith Smith, Miss Blanch and Emma Shaw, Rev. and Mrs. J. F. Thomas, Miss Maude Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Geo H. Walker, Dr. Howard S. Taylor, Mr W. F. Wright, Miss Lucille Woods, Mr and Mrs. Lloyd G. Wheeler, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Worley, Mrs. Perchal White. thoroughly is the work being done that at the close of the school year Dr. Stewart and Dr. Boyd will have charge of a post-graduate course and the information being given out that Northern schools no longer offer such advantages to colored men; Meharry will be the logical place for such training. Mehary medical department was organized October, 1876, and was the first school opened in the Southern states for the education of colored physicians. Since that date 1,500 students have graduated and received the degree of M. D., and are now practicing their profession in all parts of this country and reflecting great credit and honor upon their alma mater. The work of the school has been so thorough that it has elicited the friendship and financial support of white friends in all sections. While it is making rapid progress it needs more financial help to continue its onward march. The dental and pharmaceutical hall contains a clinical amphitheater capable of seating 200 students, a den room, dental laboratory, two rooms for laboratory work, a laboratory for analytical chemistry and museum. Dr. J. H. Holeman has a most up-to-date bacterological and pathological department, and Dr. T. H. Elliot the laboratory. These departments are complete in every detail and were highly commented upon by Dr. Williams. The most recent advancement made by the school was the erection of the Hubbard hospital. It has a frontage of 65 ft., three stories high, including the basement. When completed it will be 130 ft. It contains 22 rooms and can accommodate 60 patients. The nurses in training are: Senior Class—Misses Willie B. Lener, Col.; Matte D. Fletcher, Ohio; Elliza B. Flahr, Misss. Kittie B. Baker, Ky.; Minnie D. Woodward, Tenn.; Callie E. Walden, Tenn.; and Mrs. Willie B. Lowery, Junior Class—Misses Hulda Lyttle, Tenn.; and Mrs. Lula Woolfork, Tenn. Freshman Class—Misses Annie Jenkins, Ga.; Lula Armstrong, Okla.; Bentrice I. Boulwarre, Florida; Bertle Allen, Tenn., and Annie Thompson, Ark. The work of this wonderful institution, the influence it has had in moulding and shaping the destiny of one thousand, five hundred physicians and surgeons, is due in a large measure to Dr. G. W. Hubbard, the dean of the institution. He is a man of genial, kindly disposition, who has won the respect and affection of all with whom contact in contact, white and colored. He is a man of charry almost fifty years ago, and the last building is a fitting monument to a long and useful life, full of sacrifice and faithful service. of Dr. of the Me medical constrastans and springing entucky, ma. So A teacher asked a boy the difference between an island and a peninsula. The boy replied: "Take a glass of water and a glass of milk. Catch a fly and put it in the water; it will be an island, because it is entirely surrounded by water. Put it in the milk and it will be a peninsula, because it is nearly surrounded by water." Bright Definition. ROAD CENTER By J. R. Winston. Mr. E. Jackson, 3126 Armour avenue, is in Pullman service on the Dixie Flyer to Jacksonville, Florida, over the Chicago and Eastern Illinois lines. Mr. E. Rucker, 5219 Dearborn street, is in Pullman service to Omaha, Nebr., over the C. G. W. Ry. Co. lines. Mr. J. E. Winston, 239 East 37th street, is in Pullman service to Des Moines, Iowa, over the C. G. W. Ry. Co. lines, on car "Faust." Mr. C. Smith, 2609 Fourth avenue, South, Minneapolis, Minn., is in Pullman service to Des Moines, Iowa, over the Chicago Great Western Ry. Co. lines. Mr. G. S. Jones, 4338 Wabash avenue, is in passenger service of the C. G. W. Ry. Co., as train porter to Minneapolis. Messrs. Chus, Hobbs, Ben Petts, James Higgins, Walter McCloud are in the service of the I. C. R. R. Co. to New Orleans, La., in charge of a buffet smoker on the Panama Limited train. Mr. R. J. Solomon, 1734 Sheridan street, St. Paul, Minn., is in Pullman service to Chicago over the C. G. W. Ry. Co. Inees. On Feb. 13th, en route to Chicago on train No. 4, eastbound on the Chicago Great Western Railroad, a gentleman by the name of Mr. Wes. Barr, a wealthy farmer, residing at Thorpe, I., approached Mr. John R. Winston, of 4015 Cottage Grove avenue, Chicago, Ill., wishing to employ a colored man and wife on the farm; also his son if he is large enough to work, and will pay good wages. Address Mr. Wes. Barr, post office Manchester, Iowa. The position is good the year around. Samuel Thompson, 2705 La Salle street, is running to Oelwein, Iowa, in service of the C. G. W. Ry. Co. as train porter on trains Nos. 5 and 4. CHILDREN A RECENT FIND Not Before the Nineteenth Century Were They Truthfully Portrayed in Literature. Children were only found yesterday, Before the nineteenth century the child mind and the child heart were not supposed to have enough in them to interest the majestic adult. It is true that you find a delightful baby in Homer; in Virgil there is the prettiest gimpse of a little girl, and up and down in the classics you may meet half a dozen other pleasant shadows of children. But they are only shadows, only at the most charming pictures. They give you much as if they were painting or sculpture—for in children's bodies art has always had interest enough—only what a child looks like, the pretty weakness, the instinct for play, the naive gesture and movement. Not till the "return to nature," not till the spirit of romance moved on the waters at the end of the eighteenth century, do you find poets beginning to tell of the thought and faith in a child's mind, the mysteries of the child's heart, the fancies that are dreams and the fancies that are visions. You may think that they have gone too far, that they read into childhood the laborious philosophizing and sometimes the labored sentimentality of the adult. But no one who loves children will deny that the best of the children in nineteenth century books have a far richer reality, a far fuller life than any that were born in early works. And some of the best are in Dickens—London Telegraph. --- Special House for "High Brow" Apea. The "high brow" apes in the New York Zoological park are to have a house to themselves in the near future. The board of estimate and apportionment will soon be asked for an appropriation necessary to cover the expenses for such a structure. At present the erudite chimpanzees and orangutangs are in the house with their less intelligent sisters and brothers. The intelligent specimens now number four chimpanzees and five orangutangs. Baldy is the leader of the social elect, and Susie, recently sold to the society by Professor Garner, is another inmate who stands aloof. The proposed structure is necessary to the continued health of the valuable specimens, as well as to give proper facilities for their exhibition to the public. White Africans. That race in northern Africa known as the Berbers is white, and if they dressed like our own people and had the habit of Americans or Europeans they could easily pass for such. The Berbers are believed to be descendants of the white inhabitants of ancient Europe. They are Mohammedans. Blue eyes, hair and rosy cheeks are quite fair, and rosy among them, and many of the women are strikingly handsome—Harper's Weekly. J. H. Rep. Wm. M. McKinley. Representative William B. McKinley of Illinois was today re-elected chairman of the Republican congressional committee. Three other officers were elected; Representative Charles H. Burke of South Dakota, vice chairman; Representative J. Hampton Moore of Peni- Colonel Saussier, General Zurlinden and Others Have Escaped From Prisons in Germany. About a dozen precedents for the escape of Captain Lux from his German prison can be found in the history of the Franco-German war, and a large proportion of the heroes of them lived to become famous. A notable case was that of General (then colonel) Saussier, ultimately commander-in-chief of the French army, who was detained at Grandens, where he came east of Prussia. It is said that he put himself bed in instead of himself, hid in an obscure corner of the fortress until nightfall, and then, having obtained a disguise by the help of his orderly, was allowed to walk out of the main prison gate. He crossed the frontier to Poland and returned to France by way of Austria and Italy. General Zurhlinden was another prisoner who got out of his prison at Glogan in Silesia, on Christmas eve. He made his way in disguise through Berlin, Frankfort and Karlsruhe to Basel, a feast which was not difficult for him, as being an Alsatian, he spoke German quite as well as his jailers. Thirdly, we may note the experiences of M. Paul Deroulede, who escaped from Breslau, and it is pliant to recall that that vehement antithesis did not disallow to disguise himself with a Jewish Jew. He was very nearly betrayed by a prisoner whom he had bribed to guide him into Hemela; but he drew his knife with a ferocious gesture and the peasant changed his mind, with the result that M. Deroulede saw the final fights of the war as a sub-leutenant of Turcos. Cousins are not as simple as they seem. The very fact of being a cousin, or having a cousin, is complicated. The laissez-faire of cousinship is both eluding and deluding—cousins will be cousins, even if you did not choose them. They can borrow money from you, visit you without being asked, tell people they belong to your family, contest your will, even fall in love with you—and a cousin once removed is twice as apt to. Never completely trust a cousin—never depend on his not doing any of these things. Never take him for granted. The "cousinly kiss" may or may not mean what it means. And cousins always do kiss—it's part of being cousins. (Not that cousins need necessarily prove perilous. Once in a blue moon they invite you to Europe, or leave you money, but that almost always takes an aunt or an uncle.)—Atlantic. Knew It Was an Idle Threat. "Then," he cried tragically, "then you reject me? And for my hated rival?" "Eep," she answered, coldly, but colloquially. "Yep to both questions." "Ha! Then I owe the fellow a grudge. I have long owed him $10. And now I will pay both debts at once and he will fall dead!" Lighting his cigarette at the hall gas set, he departed with a mocking laugh. Bubble gum was not allowed. She knew he could never carry out his devilish scheme. For she knew that he never had $10 at once in his whole life. Inspired Famous Hymn. "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," is a hymn around which many traditions and sacred associations cling. The story connected with its origin may be legendary, but it is less beautiful. Its author, Charles Wesley, was sitting at his desk by an open window when a bird pursued by a hawk flew in. The bird was saved, for the hawk feared to follow it. The incident inspired Wesley to write his famous lines. Beware of Couisnal sylvania, secretary, succeeding the late H. C. Loudenslager of New Jersey; Representative George W. Fairchild of New York, treasurer; Representative W. J. Browning of New Jersey, auditor; Henry Casson of Wisconsin, assistant secretary; John Verman of Illinois, assistant treasurer and Francis Curtis of Massachusetts, director of the literary bureau. Resolutions on the death of Mr. Loudenslager were adopted. Passing of the Milk Train, Not Charge of Bull, Caused Young Farmer's Haste. In rural New England the passing of a railway train is still a matter of public interest quite astonishing to visitors from the city. Last summer three ladies from Boston hired an abandoned farmhouse in northern New England, in a region devoted to dairying. One warm August day they walked through the rocky pastures to a farmhouse three miles' distant, in quest of a two weeks' supply of butter. On learning that they had come through the fields, the farmer's wife explained: "Why, you can't be back that way alone! Our bull's out there in the back lot, and only day 'fore vist day' he treed my son-in-law on a stum for two hours. I'll have him go home with you." With some misgivings on the part of the women, the little procession started back under the guidance of the young man, the ladies carrying the butter. All went well till they had gone about a quarter of a mile, when the escort suddenly called, excitedly: "Come on! and started on a run toward higher ground. Thinking that they understood the occasion of his activity, they needed no urging to follow him. On and on they sped, throwing away their butter as an impediment to their speed. Finally, bathed in perspiration and gasping for breath, they sank exertively, rocking the hedge whither their guide had had to come. Standing just above, he waved his arm in a dramatic gesture toward the valley below, where a freight train could be seen crawling slowly out from between a cleft in the hills, and shouted: "There she goes—the milk train!" Youth's Companion. Yellow Jackets Held Steeple. A contractor and three carpenters were painfully stung when they climbed to the top of the First Baptist church, in New Chelsea, DC, recently, to make repairs to the roof. Thousands of yellow jackets had made their home in the belfry, and they resented the intrusion and drove the men to the ground. One of the men made his way to the belfry and with paper closed all exits by which the insects could escape. Then he placed four sulphur candles under the cupula and lighted them. After the candles had burned out enough dead insects were found to fill a peach basket to overflowing, and the carpenters then resumed work on the church roof. In the dew-bespangled sunrise, while the air was caressingly cool, we went forth to ride along the river bank and beside fields of yellow mustard or dun stubble; then, on our return to the shadowed tents, a bath, breakfast, and the day's occupations; then again, in the swift dusk of evening, when furtive jackals rent the twilight stillness with walling and demoniac laughter, or the silver bark of little foxes echoed over the mist-melled rice-fields, white under the moon, we gathered in comfortable deck chairs in a great, dim aisle of the mango grove, while the tents shone orange in the lamplight, to tell sad stories of the deaths of kinds, or listen to the Police Chota Sahib, who had a pretty, sentimental tenor, singing "The Long Indian Day."—Charles Johnston, in the Atlantic. In Nevada the telegraph poles is damp, low-lying situations have taken root and flourished. They are of cotton wood, and planted with the bark too. In some parts of Java too, a native tree, and this also takes root, thereby seating the attacks of the white ants or the inroads of natural decay. An Indian Day. Live Telegraph Polea. HOTEL NEWS All Up-to-date Hotel News and News of Bell Hopa. Louisville, Ky., is planning an eight-story hotel for the race exclusively. It will contain 300 rooms and will cost about $120,000. Messrs. Hicks and Smith, former waiters of Detroit, Mich., has accepted positions at the new Burdick hotel in Kalamazoo, Mich. Much embarrassment was caused by the finding of several gratters among the New Burdick hotel in Kalamazoo, Mich., and the boys regret the condition very much and trust that the management will succeed in bringing all the guilty ones to justice. All is not gold that glitters on New York's Broadway. The Cafe Lyric Company, W. S. Gains, president and Gorman Benedict, treasurer, organizer less than two months ago, has already made an assignment. This company essayed to run the restaurant in the Metropolitan Opera House at Broadway and Fortieth street, formerly known as Gazzos'. The place was closed for two months and was renamed, reequipped and reopened December 15. The rent of $12,000 a year is believed to be altogether too high. The new Windsor hotel, standing on the site of the former Windosor hotel (originally known as the Franklin house) in Bangor, Maine, was opened last week. The old hotel was destroyed in the big fire which consumed a large portion of the business district April 30 last, and the new hotel which supplicants it is said to be can't Beat It You Can u Can't Beat You Can't Beat It WILLIAM HADRICKSON Hot Home-Made Bread served all day with those delicious home cooked meals that are served at The Model Co. 12 WEST 31ST STREET, Near S. Columbia Hotel Building Moderate Prices Quite Phones—Aidline 3368—Automation EDWARD FELIX CREAM PARI PHONE DOUGLAS 2928 k, Cream, Stationery, Confectionery, Tobacco, Cig newspapers, Bread, Cakes and Pies. Before buying C givin Fish and Weber Stamps with Groceries, Ice G Sodas, A First-Glass Laundry Agency in Connect RD FELIX :: :: 52 W. 3 Edw. Felix's Hairdressing lands open for all kinds of Hairdressing, Scalp Tr at, Hair Goods to order. Special care takes of dads and nails. A complete line of toilet arti Douglas 2928 52 W. s Thompson Hardware DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF HARDWARE We do roofing, guttering and all kinds of tin work. Stoves and furnace repairing especially. Phone 3059 Evanston Railroad Ave. The Model Cafe 12 WEST 31ST STREET, Near State St. Columbia Hotel Building Moderate Prices Quick Service Phones—Aidline 3368—Automatic 73-174 WARD FELIX REAM PARLOR PHONE DOUGLAS 2928 Montery, Confectionery, Tobacco, Cigars, and Cakes and Pies. Before buying CMe. 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Railroad Ave. Phone A HOME BAKERY A EDWARD FELIX ICE CREAM PARLOR PHONE DOUGLAS 2928 Milk, Cream, Stationery, Confectionery, Tobacco, Cigars, Newspapers, Bread, Cakes and Pies. Before buying CME. We give Fish and Weber Stamps with Groceries, Ice Cream and Sodas. A First-Class Laundry Agency in Connection. EDWARD FELIX :: :: 52 W. 30th St. Mrs. Edw. Felix's Hairdressing Parlor Stands open for all kinds of Hairdressing. Soap Treatment, Hair Goods to order. Special care taken of the hands and nails. A complete line of toilet articles. Tel. Douglas 2928 General Mail Order Business to all parts of the country. Bonus Thompson Hardware Co. DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF HARDWARE We do roofing, guttering and all kinds of tin work. Stoves and furnace repairing especially. Phone 3059 Evanston 1910 W. Railroad Ave. Evanston, Ill. Phone Aldine 3596 HOME BAKERY AND DELICATESSEN Fresh Bread and Rolls Every Day FINE CAKES A SPECIALTY S. B. 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It pays them; it will pay you. :: :: :: By S. Adams. a handsome and capacious building. The number of rooms for guests is one hundred, and there are 32 private baths. Frank O. Youngs, a member of the Bangor Improvement Association, is manager and the members of his staff include Messrs. A. B. Moody, John L. Gaffney, Charles Boulte and frank D. Wurgin, who began his career as clerk of the old Franklin House, is president of the new Windsor. The hotel is three stories high and is built of brick and concrete. It will be conducted on the American plan. Cannot Eliminate Love A periodical devoted to the drama pleads for plays based on some emotion other than love. The difficulty in producing such plays is that every play must have a he-o, and in making a hero the playwright, as well as his audience, almost inevitably adopts the same character over the years ago by a scribe on one of the walls of Pompiet: "He who has never loved a woman is not a gentleman." Irresistible Earnestness "How can any man be weak who dares to be at all?" Even the tenderest plants force their way up through the hardest earth, and the crevices of rock; but a man no material power can resist. What a wedge, what a beetle, what an entrapil is an earnest man! What can resist him?"—Thoreau. Much Rubber In Rhodesia The vast extent of northern Rhodesia renders it impasible at present to estimate even approximately the extent of the rubber areas, but such evidence as is available points to the great prospective value of this asset.