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Robert R. Church's Will Broken VOLUME VIII. NUMBER 49. Robert MRS. LAURA CHURCH NAME SHARE OF FATHER Daughter by Slave Wife as Well as the Slave Breaking of the Will Fought by the Daughter, Whose Name Has Never Borne side, Came Unto Her Own Amid Cheek Knew Her in Nashville and Memphis THE JUDGE SAID "I TAKE When He Read This Great Decision Which Mrs. Napier, Who Left Her Home Fight the Fight of Her Life—A You Georgia, a "Silk Stocking" and a F Handled the Case and Told Him "If Pay and If I Win You Need Not Pay Friend and I Will Die for You, And MRS. LAURA CHURCH NAPIER TO GET SHARE OF FATHER'S PROPERTY MRS. LAURA CHURCH NAPIER TO GET SHARE OF FATHER'S PROPERTY Daughter by Slave Wife as Well as the Slave Mother to Profit by the Breaking of the Will Fought by the Church Family—The Daughter, Whose Name Has Never Been Used by the Heartside, Came Unto Her Own Amid Cheers of Her Friends Who Knew Her in Nashville and Memphis. THE JUDGE SAID "I TAKE PLEASURE" When He Read This Great Decision Which Meant Thousands to Mrs. Napier, Who Left Her Home in Vancouver, B. C., to Fight the Fight of Her Life—A Young White Lawyer of Georgia, a "Silk Stocking" and a Playmate of Mr. Napier, Handled the Case and Told Him "If I Lose You Need Not Pay and If I Win You Need Not Pay; You Are My Bosom Friend and I Will Die for You, Andrew." Mr. W. W. Johnson, who was the guest of Professor and Mrs. J. H. Damerson on Thanksgiving, was reported married to a Jewish woman. The report is not true. At an early date he will take to himself a "chocolate brown" of culture and refinement. He states that the engagement will be announced later. REALCOPPER MINE NO HUMBUG THE PLACE TO INVEST YOUR MONEY Prof. T. W. Lott, accompanied by O. M. Groves, the "Copper King of the Rocky Mountains" and general manager of the Mollie Groves Copper Mine, a Negro corporation of over twenty-five years' standing, is in Chicago selling stock in this company at $1 a share for the purpose of installing its baby smelter near Denver, Colo., which will blow its whistle on or near Christmas day next and give a monthly dividend of 25 per cent to over a thousand stockholders, scattered from the pacific to the Atlantic and from Canada to Mexico. Mr. Groves left for the mine on Wednesday last to freight the smelter and set it, thus closing a five years' campaign. A three weeks' promotion has started an enthusiastic wave of increasing power among some of the leading business men of this city and in response to a local demand a mass meeting will be held at the Odd Fellows' Hall, $335 South State street, Thursday evening, December 11, at 8 o'clock for the purpose of giving the public the opportunity of hearing the romantic story that tells of the providential and philanthropic transfer of this greatest copper property in the Rockies to a Negro directory. Added to scores of eminent leaders in the race who have helped to promote this colossal enterprise are the late Bishop A. Grant, Kansas City, K. L. N. B. D. D. D. Louisville, Ky.; Bishop B. W. J. Bison, president of the National Council of Presidential School and head of the Eastern Baptist Convention, Washington, D. C.; Dr. K. F. Boyd of the Baptist Public House, Nashville, Tenn.; E. J. Fisher, D. D. L. L. D., vice president of the National Baptist Convention, --- ```markdown ``` [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Memphis, Tenn., December 5.—Mrs. Laura Napier, daughter of the late R. B. Church, the wealthiest colored man of the South, won her point in a will fight here the past week in the probate court, Judge J. S. Galloway sitting. Mrs. Napier has spent much time, labor and money to get her share of the fortune. She is an estimable woman of Vancouver, B. C., and is the wife of Mr. Andrew Napier of that city. Slave Marriage Mrs. Napier's mother contracted a slave marriage with Mr. Bob Church in New Orleans. Two years later his owner brought Mr. Church to Memphis, Tenn., causing a separation between Mr. Church and his wife, which, according to Louisiana law at the time, constituted divorce. Mr. Church, being a loyal and honorable father, sent his daughter to school and she became a refined and accomplished woman. She went by the name of Miss Laura Church and he addressed his mail as "dear daughter." Two Other Marriages. Mr. Church had two other marriages, of which four children were born and are now living. His first wife, who is still living, also remarried, and the remarriage, according to law of slave marriages, constituted a divorce. She made no claim against the Church estate. Judge's Decision. Judge Galloway held that the Louisiana nor other laws subsequently enacted could effect the Tennessee law of inheritance, and that Mrs. Laura Napier, born of a slave marriage, was a legitimate child and entitled to inherit as an heir at law. She is given the right to contest her father's will, in which her name was not mentioned. Helrs Will Appeal. Gov. M. R. Patterson and Attorney S. M. Nely, who resisted Mrs. Napier's claims in behalf of beneficiaries under the will, will appeal to the Court of Civil Appeals, which will sit at Jackson in January. A Defender reporter has conversed with the legal brain of this city and it is their opinion that the decision of Judge Galloway will hold later. When we case goes up for appeal all the money expended will be taken out of the estate. The Church estate is worth $1,500,000. Mrs. Napier will receive one-fifth of the estate. Her interests were represented by Wright, Miles, Waring and Walker and H. W. Borsje. COLORED RACE HAS ONE BILLION DOLLARS IN-REAL ESTATE IN THE UNITED STATES. It probably will startle, the world when it realizes that that race has acquired over one billion dollars in real estate in the United States. The colored people of Chicago now own over $5,000,000 worth of property. A prominent real estate firm offers an exceptional opportunity to secure a home on the easy payment plan. See Frederick H. Bartlett & Company's ad on the last page of this issue. WILL SAIL FOR AFRICA Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Neely will leave the city Sunday next for New York City and will sail in a few days for the West Coast of Africa, where they expect to take up missionary work. They are devoted members of the Stone Church on Indiana avenue. Compare The Defender. Compare The Defender today with other papers. Notice the columns of original matter; news coming from all sections of the country, its strong editorial page, its great cartoon, church, club, stage and social columns. The Defender is the world's greatest weekly. It speaks for itself. States He Is Still Single—Announcement Later. A Business with a Foundation—Backed By a Man of the Race with Character and High Standing, Prof. T. W. Lott, Who Was a Pastor in Nashville, Cairo, Ill., Jackson, Tenn., Indianapolis and Denver—Also Professor and Ex-Dean of Princeton Public Schools. Go to Odd Fellows' Hall Thursday, December 11, and Hear About This Great Company—Listen to Men From Your Home State Tell of the Great Fields of Copper in These Mines—Don't Work All Your Lives, Let Your Money Work for You, as the People of Scotland and England Have Done—Look at Their Wealth Today—Lay By an Income for Old Age and Your Children—The Defender Thinks a Few Dollars Spent In This Direction Is a Wise Investment. CHICAGO,ILL.,SATURDAY,DECEMBER 6,1918. RAILROAD SCENES IN DIXIE. FOR NEGROES PULLMAN THIS CAR MADAM. INTERSTATE COMMERCE COMMISSIONER Ton. Holly president of the Western States Convention, and president of the Illinois State Convention, Chicago; W. A. Driver, the popular M. D., and W. F. Taylor, the noted pharmacist and real estate dealer, both of this city, and J. G. Groves, the "World's Potato King" and "Agricultural Wizard." What is known as the Jonah Mercantile Store on State street, block 31, a similar race movement, has given this project a critical inspection of all the legal and official documents, with the result that the two are co-operating to finance the latter. This grocery company is making an effort to purchase one thousand shares. We invite a critical public to come out and hear O. M. Groves, the Copper King of the Rocky Mountain, Mollie Groves Mining and Milling Company. The following letters will speak louder than words as to the real value of the company, from mining commissioners and deputy secretary of state of Colorado: November 25, 1913. Dr. W. A. Driver, 3300 South Street, Dear Sir: I am in receipt of your letter of the 20th inst. requesting information regarding the Mollie Groves Mining & Milling Company. An inspection of this property was made by our inspector on August 19, 1913. A copy of this report will be forwarded to you on receipt of the customary charge for transcribing which is 50 cents per page. This report contains 5 pages. Denver, Colo, Nov. 22, 1913. Dr. W. A. Driver, 3300 South State street, Chicago, Ill. Dear Sir: In reply to yours of the 20th, the Mollie Groves. Mining and Milling Company were incorporated under the laws of this State March 4, 1909, with a capital stock of $2, 000,000; principal office, Denver, Colo. This company is in good standing as far as this office is concerned. Yours truly, JAMES B. PEARCE, Secretary of State. By Thomas F. Dillon Jr., Deputy. MR. THOMAS SMITH DIES. Soldier of the Civil War Passes Away Mr. Thomas H. Smith, 6022 Aberdeen street, died Thursday at 8 a.m. He was the oldest letter carrier in the city and a soldier of the Civil War. He was past grand master of the Masons of Illinois. Eminent Commander of St. George Commandery No. 4. Knights Templar and emeritus member of the Supreme Council A. A. S.R., and Occidental Consistory. Funeral Sunday. "Women have all sorts of excuses for wearing slit skirts." "Yes, and some of the excuses are mighty slim." EXTRA. Eighth Regiment Illinois National Guard First to Be Sent to Mexico—Major Muir of United States Army Says Eighth Is Ready to "Hike"—Will Spend Christmas on Border Lines. Major Muir of the United States Army, 21st Infantry, and inspector of the National Guards of the Lake States, surprised the 8th Illinois National Guard on Thursday evening by making a visit to the armory, with the express purpose of informing Colonel John R. Marshall and his regiment to be ready at a moment's call. "Are you ready?" said Major Muir to Col J. H. Johnson, who was at the armory at the time. "We are," said the warrior, "look and see." The inspector immediately began the regular routine of inspection. Keep Tab on Men. The most surprising, act of the major, after he had given two companies who were there drilling, a rigid test in maneuvers on the battlefield, was to urge Colonel Johnson to keep tab on every man, be in correspondence with every soldier, and have his telephone number. "Something Up the Creek." From the actions of Major Muir, and they were closely watched by The Defender reporter, who happened to be at the armory, it is a foregone conclusion that in no distant hour will be seen the gallant boys in blue making ready for the "front." It was learned at a late hour last night that Adjutant General Dickson of Springfield was actively engaged getting the regiments in order. Situation Serious. Dr. McKissack, who just arrived from Mexico Sunday, said to a Defender reporter last evening "that while at one time he did not fear the United States would intervene, but that the situation looks more dangerous now than ever." One of the best signs that there is danger of the boys "getting off" is the constant and active work of Adjutant Louie B. Anderson at the armory. He and Colonel Marshall seem to possess some inside "dope" on the situation, but when the "war correspondent" ran in on Major Muir Thursday night, he knew things were in a serious condition. Trained Nurses Informed To further strengthen the belief of The Defender reporter, he was informed that several nurses who are actively engaged in city work, were asked to take some instructions in the work of the Red Cross Society, as they might be called upon soon. Miss Warrick of Provident Hospital and Miss Dalsy Sampson of the Health Department, two experienced nurses, may be the first ones called. From every angle the situation looks more dangerous now than ever. Captain Fry, Captain Nelson, Captain Jefferson and Major Wesley, heads of regimental departments, received word at noon Friday to report at once to the regiment. Already wives and sweethearts are shedding tears for fear their loved ones will spend Christmas on Mexican border lines. Major Franklin A. Denison has made a study of the geography of the entire country of Mexico. COL. R. D. RUFFIN PRECIDES AT RICH CAPITALIST MEETING At a meeting of the board of directors of the Haynes Coal & Briequeting Company of N. D. held in the Harris Trust building on December 4th, at 12 o'clock, R. D. Ruffin presided and H. G. Adams acted as secretary. A financial report was presented by the president, aided by the secretary, showing that the funds for paying for the coal lands, building the houses and for the plant was complete. When the machines start in full operation, there will be an income of about $0,000 a week net, with no indebtedness against it, and we shall be able the first year to pay a dividend of 25 per cent, and the second year in full working order, we will pay a dividend of 50 per cent. At this meeting the resignation of W. P. J. Dinsmoor was received and accepted with regret, but his leaving the board is for the purpose of promoting the work by uniting with other men of great means and building a plant about five times the size of the present one. This will be done providing Colonel Ruffin will accept the office of president and general manager of the company. Mr. R. W. Westberry of Sumter, S. C., a colored gentleman of high standing and a thorough business man, who is the instructor of agriculture of his state, was unanticipated elected as a member of the board to succeed Mr. Dinsmoor, who was one of the ablest and among the best of the members of the board. SALVATION FOR THE RACE As many of us know, and the question that must concern the entire Negro race, is what are we to do for a living after all avenues of employment are closed to us. They are fast being closed as all of us know, even our old friend the Government has begun showing us the door. And in a very few years the only employment for the Negro will be that which he creates for himself. Why not let us prepare for that time by creating some place of employment so that we and our children need not fear for the future. We can pool our money and open places of business to be operated for and by us exclusively. We have all kinds of business concerns, why not let us open and operate a modern hotel? One that we will not be ashamed to patronize. There is a crying need for such a hotel. 31ST ST. NOT AS BLACK AS PAINTED BY CHICAGO JOURNAL W. H. Bowers, the Banker; Mr. Faulkner, the News Dealer; Mr. Smith of the Grand, Dr. George C. Hall, Dr. Jefferson and W. H. Marshall All Declare the Attack Was Uncalled For—Thieves Are Shot in the Loop and in Other Quarters of the City—They All Declare the South Siders Are Just as Anxious for a Clean South Side, Even to the Taking of Life of Criminals, When a Watchman's or a Citizen's Life Is in Jeopardy. There ought to be something done to cheap reporters on daily papers who are ever up in arms to give the guilty and the great alarms. There is a certain element of a fungus in Caucasian people that impels them to look in derision or snarl contemptuously without any excuse or reason whatever. Thirty-first street is no more notorious than it a famous Peacock Alley; There have fifty padded bricks hurled into the largest jewelry stores in Chicago within the virtuous loop district, where can be found every variety of orgle, and where are harbingered every crook known to the rogues' gallery, where festivities of vulgarity are holding high carnival and where dinky would-be sports and rich men's wasteful sons lead the tarnished women to expensive wine suppers and chop suey. more, will outrank any of the white people doing business there, with possibly a few exceptions. Our leading physicians, deafness and business men have their office in this vicinity and hundreds of them live in handsome residences that are the pride of our people. The Appletox Club, the Douglass Center Bethel Church, the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Provident Hospital, Presbyterian Church and various other far-reaching enterprises inviting the serious contemplation of other nations to our unquestioned progress hard back the lie to the diminutive war fossil of the white man who instigates that wherever Negroes live in notorious. The best Negroes of America live in the Negro section of Chicago, and they are not ashamed of their race. They are the best dressed best housed, and in many respects the best bearded. Thirty-first street, 35th street, or any large thoroughfare for Negroes will rank in good behavior and decent order with any other congested section of Chicago. The element of Negroes found in this precinct will compare with the white people in any busy section of the city, and further. THE TWIN CITY MOON Never in Eclipse—The Dear Little Towns Are Always Shining and with That Glare of a Real Harvest Moon—All Her Citizens Are Buying and Owning Property. By Phillip Hale. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Minneapolis, Minn., December 5—Miss Violet Rae, of Fargo, N. D., spent Thanksgiving among friends in "The Twin Cities" and will return west Saturday. Mrs. Annie T. Jackson of Nashville, Tenn., will remain until after the holidays, after having failed to beat the stork's visit to her daughter. Mrs. C. V. Saymore, 3748 Snelling avenue, Minneapolis. Rev. Robert L. Wilson, pastor of St. John's Church, Chicago, preached a powerful sermon at St. Peter's A. M. E. by the arrangement of Rev. E. G. pastor, pastor. Dr. Wilson left Tuesday for Chicago after looking after his property interests. His many friends regretted his short stay. Mr. John Sutton, who long since proved up on his claim near Swift Current, Canada, is visiting his many friends and will spend the holidays in the Twin Cities. Mrs. Cordella Clinton of Cincinnati, O., is visiting relatives and friends in Minneapolis. Miss Elsie King of Boston, Mass., will make her home with her father, Mr. Clarence W. King, at 910 Third street south, Minneapolis. Negro club life was lifted to a higher plane by the efforts of the special committee of the Negro Morals Commission, recently organized at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church, Mr. James A. Eddings is president and Mr. John T. Wright secretary. The special committee of fifteen visited Mayor W. G. Nye recently and asked for certain changes. After slight investigations and a very short deliberation by the mayor, he directed the chief of police to regulate the Negro clubs complained of. Orders were given to the several managers and proprietors of the clubs to eliminate gambling (not admit minors, and to admit women only to such places with cafes in connection and to the dining rooms only and to close at 1 a. m. Apparently the club owners are obeying these orders. Now the N. M. C. will see that law is applied, or have such place organize as the mayor says they have a right to organize, that we know, and when done, it will be lifted, from a condition of tolerance, which is demoralizing, and will not accept the views of the administration, that such places are only visited by and patronized by Negro gamblers, porch climbers, the petty thieves, griffs, strong arm and stickup men and are not frequented by any, respectable Negro citizen. The police look in these places first roken BLACK AS CHICAGO JOURNAL Faulkner, the News Dealer; Mr. George C. Hall, Dr. Jefferson and W. the Attack Was Uncalled For—pop and in Other Quarters of the South Siders Are Just as Anxious to the Taking of Life of Criminals, Citizen's Life Is in Jeopardy. more, will outrank any of the white people doing business there, with possibly a few exceptions. Our leading physicians, dentists and business men have their offices in this vicinity and hundreds of them live in handsome residences that are the pride of our people. The Appalachian Club, the Douglass Center, Bethel Church, Ebanezar Baptist Church, Provident Hospital, Presbyterian Church and various other far reaching enterprises inviting the serious contemplation of other nations to the unquestioned progress hark back the lie to the diminutive part fossil of the white man who insulates that wherever Negroes live is notorious. The best Negroes of America live in the Negro section of Chicago, and they are not ashamed of their race. They are the best dressed, best housed, and in many respects the best behaved. There is much reason to fear in the part of the Negro lest we suffer the encroachments of the white degenerate in business who is trying to run hotels and other indecent places where by freedom from police molestation he can debase an unfortunate people. and continually when there is infraction on law and order by an怒 or when any Negro host wanted in this community order of things is to has done his part, and read the sign of the only failure in any hurt going blindly on through any administration, as th als Commission Job, th of investigation will b other directions to serve of helping the weak and strong, all to a good purp Buffet Flats,* face to face SERGEANT HIGHTOWE DEAN OF THE "SUJ By His Not Being in the Cast of Grand Opera on Monday Eveni the New "Supes" Ran Amuck Ov the Stage—The Sergeant is a $ a Night Man—They Took Chea Men and Ruined the Play—The gent Now Wants $15 a Night N for His Work. Sergeant Hightower has been the "prof sional supers" for "Kismet" and grant operas for a number of years and has given entire satisfaction. For some unknown cause there was a change this year at the Auditorium and some waiters of a downtown hotel were engaged. At an engagement last Saturday two of these waiter "supes" were seen to walk on the stage right in the mouth of an alligator, the other across the desert Africa. Their lack of knowledge the back of the stage forced them appear in their citizens' clothes full view of the audience. There such an uproar of laughter that curtain had to be rung down, to the disgrace of the two new "Walters should remain at their places in hotels and restaurants and let ex-perienced men who "supes" take the places that right belong to them. WINDY CITY LEADERS Entertained at Omaha, Neb. Omaha, Neb., Dec. 5—Mrs. J. G. Jewell gave a five-course Thanksgiving dinner at 4 p. m. at her palatial home, Twenty-ninth and Lake streets. It was given in honor of Mrs. Gordon Handy of Chicago. Covers were laid for eight. Among the out-of-town guests at the Pleasure Club at the Alamo were Mrs. Gordon Handy and niece, Miss Gertrude Bell, of Chicago. MR. WM. A BARTLETT. Mr. Wm. A. Bartlett, the young benedict of Fred H. Bartlett and Company, is a fond admirer of Booker T. Washington and has been successful in using his advice from time to time in a practical way in buying and selling real estate to the public on pages 8, columns 2 and 3, see one of his big ads. IN BUSINESS AGAIN. Mme. J. Wallace, formerly of 324 State street, can be found at 328 N. 35th street, where she will be pleased to see all of her old customers. Race Champion Starts West in Interest of the Race. By Cleveland G. Allen. [Special to The Chicago Defender] New York, December 5—Prof. G. E. Spingarn, doubtless the most ardent champion of the Negro rights since the memorable days of Lincoln, and president of the New York branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, will leave for a tour of several western cities beginning January 8 to take the stump against American prejudice and the injustice heaped upon the Negro in this country. The express purpose of Dr. Spingarn's tour will be to urge Negroes of the West to protest against the segregation of the Negro in the federal departments at Washington and to keep up the fight until there is a disposition on the part of the administration to treat the Negro better. The announcement of Dr. Spingarn's western tour will be received throughout the country with great pleasure, as no man in national life has a higher respect and admiration from the Negro than Dr. Spingarn. His peerless utterances in the defense of the Negro have made him well known to the nation and have placed him in the forefront of modern abolitionists. Dr. Springgarn will leave this city January 7 and will begin his tour at Detroit, Mich., where he will address a large gathering of Negroes. His tour will include Indianapolis, Chicago and Quincy, Ill. Kansas City and Topeka, Kans.; St. Louis, Mo., and possibly other cities. Perhaps the most strenuous part of the tour will be in Chicago, where Prof. Spingarn will address three meetings. Chicago, which is the home of The Chicago Defender, the fighting race journal, will doubtless accord the great race champion a genuine western welcome. Prof. Spingarn is one of the most noted men in national life today and has attained a high place in the educational and civic life of the nation. For a number of years he was professor of English at Columbia University and was one of the most brilliant men of the faculty. Since leaving the university he has taken up the fight against prejudice and in justice, of which the Negro is the victim. That a wealthy American should take the stump against American prejudice is significant and will do much to adjust conditions. Negroes throughout the West will royally receive Prof. Spingarn. OAKLAND SOCIETY FOLK ars, and Sweet Sing- Seem to Abound in of This Land of the iods. y C. E. Pollard. ial to the Defender.) Geles, Cal., Dec. 5.—On giving Day Mr. and Mrs. Albert entertained a number of friends honor of Mr. C. E. Pollard, who hasently become the agent of the Chicago Defender. Mr. Pollard is one of the most widely known men in this action and greatly interested in racial affairs. Dr. J. E. Fisher of Chicago here at the Olivet Baptist church. m. A. J. Anderson of the Wily City in the city. The Monrovia Drum rps is making great progress. Mrs. E. J. Gilbert and daughter of Ounata, Neh., arrived in our midst last Tuesday and joined her husband at 1072 Seventh street, Oakland. We have enrolled Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert on our society list at Oakland, and they expect to make this their future home and be supporters of the Defender. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert to our city. Mrs. J. C. Bazzell, ex-representative for the Argus, a St. Louis paper, was our city last Sunday and spent the y with the Defender reporter, and turned home Monday morning. Mr. A. Flinory of Chicago was Oak'd's guest last week. Mr. Flinory n old friend of the Defender's reers, and has always given his sup- Mr. I. Maxwell of Vallejo, Cal., was the guest of the reporters last Sunday, and we hope to soon have his name added to our list as a subscriber, as he has always been my right supporter with every paper I ever worked for. HYDE PARK SOCIETY. The Logos Club has had very interesting programs for the last two meetings. The junior boys club of the Hyde Park Neighborhood Settlement beat the white boys of Hyde Park, 12 to 6. We are glad to see two new businesses in Hyde Park, and also that the Murphy brothers' place of business is better situated. Wednesday before last the junior Clover Club of the Hyde Park Neighborhood Settlement had its first social, and the grownups were very much pleased with the neat attire of caps and aprons which the girls made themselves. The Girls' Club meets every Tuesday afternoon from 4 to 5 o'clock. They are now very busy making inexpensive Christmas presents for their parents. Mrs. Jenny, Ledford, who has been ill disposed, is much better now. Mrs. Maxwell gave a party in honor of her granddaughter, Miss Hattie Webb, at her home at 5214 Lake ave- The Chicago Defender may be purchased from Lydia P. Scott, 5623 Jetfers: avenue; phone Hyde Park 476. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH RAISES $500 FOR CHURCH EXPENSES. The Woman's Home Missionary Society will serve a turkey dinner from 12 m. to 12 p. m. December 11 at the church. Price 25 cents. They held their annual praise service Sunday evening from 7 to 8 p. m. A lady representative of the mission work addressed the meeting. Miss M. L. Barnes sang a solo. Dr. D'Hofey addressed the young people at their meeting from 6 to 7 last Sunday evening. His subject was "Eugenics and Its Effect Upon the Rising Generation." Mr. Fox, representing the Brotherhood, will speak at the morning service next Sunday. A good attendance is urged. The Thanksgiving rally, which took place last Sunday morning, was the most successful in years. This is only a partial report by bands: ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. By Frank G. Lowry Sunday morning service, 10:45 a.m. Sunday school, 1:15 p.m. Intermediate C. E. prayer meeting, 6 p.m. Senior C. E. prayer meeting, 7 p.m. Evening service, 8 p.m. Mid-week prayer meeting, Wednesday evening, 8 p.m. sharp. The Intermediates' and Seniors held their usual 6 o'clock prayer meeting Thanksgiving day morning. Both young and old mingled their voices in thanksgiving and praise to Almighty God and gave expression to their innest feelings of gratitude by the inspiring words of testimony which fell from their lips. At 11 o'clock another splendid service was held. Dr. Wilson delivered a very appropriate sermon and filled all hearts with the spirit of the day. Members and friends remembered their pastor in a tangible way by bringing him a supply of food provisions for his Thanksgiving dinner. Rev. James Wood filled the pulpit last Sunday morning, Dr. Wilson having been called out of the city. Brother Boyd, one of our young and enthusiastic local preachers, delivered a very forceful sermon at the evening service from the theme "Eternal Life." The sopranos and bass of St. John's excellent choir entertained the altos and tenors at the home of Mrs. Pearl Wright, 6113 Morgan street, Tuesday evening, November 25. After a much enjoyed program a delightful repast was served. HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Dr. C. Lee Jefferson delivered excellent sermons both morning and evening on the subject "Work and Grace." Several new scholars joined the Sabbath school, which was full of activity. Mr. Wardsworth Holmes sang the offertory, for which he received many expressions of appreciation. Thanksgiving service was largely attended and the sermon was preached by the pastor. WALTERS A. M. E. ZION CHURCH Thirty-eighth and Dearborn Streets—Rev. H. J. Callis, Pastor. Last Sunday was Woman's Day and the services were in charge of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society. In spite of the inclement weather the services were well attended, and, as usual, the women demonstrated their ability to do successful work. The pastor preached in the morning. At the afternoon service Dr. J. T. Jennifer, historian of the A. M. E. church, delivered an eloquent and instructive sermon. In the evening the congregation was favored by an address from Miss Edith M. Belle of the Methodist Episcopal church. Those who attended Sunday's services appreciate very much the consideration of those friends who were kind enough to visit and help us, especially the young women who favored us with sofas at the afternoon and evening service. The receipt for the day were $80.30. The pastor, Dr. Calls, left the city Monday evening to attend the annual meeting in Baltimore, Md., of the executive committee of the Federated Council of Churches of Christ in America. Dr. Calls is a member of this committee. He will return to conduct the services on next Sunday, as usual. The second Sunday in the month is Supplementary Rally Day. The bishop will be here. We must raise the remainder of the thousand dollars for the mortgage. The second quarterly meeting will be held on the third Sunday in the ninth. 3825 Dearborn Street. Bv U. S. D. Dr. L. M. Fenwick preached last Sunday a mormon powerful, practical and appropriate. His text was I Cor. 1:10. We have heard Dr. Fenwick on many occasions, but he never appeared to better advantage that he did last Sabbath. Rev. B. T. Balley preached an interesting sermon at the evening worship. Tomorrow Dr. Carey will preach at 11 a.m. on "A Mign and THE CHICAGO DEFENDER Washington, D. C., Dec. 5.—The 100 members of the Mu-So-Lit Club, representing the professional, business, social and official life of the nation's capital, are taking the impotent ravings of blackmaliers with the equoipulse characteristic of intellectual gentlemen. "Whom the gods would destroy they first make mad." Attacks on Howard University are just about as effective as pouring water on a duck's back. Manager A. J. Thomas of the Howard theater says "Never again!" Miss Maud C. Caddie of New Albany, Ind., taking the course in the Teachers' College, Howard University, spent the Thanksgiving holidays in Baltimore as the guest of her classmate, Miss Louise Thompson of 678 West Mulberry street. The public schools are in a fine condition. Dr. W. M. Davidson, who has gone so much to bring order out of the chaos that existed when he came, goes to Pittsburgh in a few days to assume charge of the schools there. A worthy successor will be chosen for the Washington schools, and it is believed that the troubles of the past will not return to plague the thoughtful people of the District. The mischiefmakers 'have been silenced and the workers are going on their way rejoicing. Assistant Superintendent Roscoe Conkling Bruce is giving perfect satisfaction and is an administrator of quality. Dr. W. H. Davis, official stenographer of the National Negro Business League, is mailing to Tuskegee Institute this week the most comprehensive compilation of the proceedings of the Philadelphia meeting of the league ever gotten together. Secretary E. J. Scott will push the printing of the book, and it is hoped it will be in the hands of the people by the first of January. Rev. William Forde, an evangelist from Port Limon, Costa Rica, is in the city for a limited period and is being shown the wonders of the capital by Counselor L. Melendez King, who spent several weeks in Costa Rica last year on official business for the Order of Malachites. Dr. Forde is deeply interested in the Malachites, and, besides assisting Supreme Governor King in this country, will take charge of the interests of the Malachites in Costa Rica upon his return to that country. He is a divine of unusual ability. Senator Moses E. Clapp of Minnesota opened the ladies' fair and bazaar at the Cosmopolitan Baptist church Monday evening with a forceful and pleasing address. The rally is for $15,000, and Mrs. William Jennings Bryan has presented to the ladies a beautifully embroidered handkerchief which will be disposed of to assist in raising this fund. Rabbi Simon spoke Friday night, December 5, and December 9 will be True Reformers' night. Rev. Simon P. W. Drew, the pastor of this church, is doing a herculean work in his effort to rid the Cosmopolitan temple of its heavy indebredness. A mass meeting will be held Monday evening at True Reformers' hall in the interest of the fund for the girls' dormitory of Livingstone College at Salisbury, N. C. Bishop Alexander Walters will be the principal speaker and he will tell of the needs and advantages of Zion's greatest school. Rev. S. L. Corrothers, pastor of Galbrath church, is in charge of the arrangements. A big turnout is expected. Mr. A. E. Manning of Indianapolis, Ind., was in the city and paid his respects to Hon. Gabe E. Parker, the new registrar of the treasury. The memorial in honor of the late Dr. John R. Francis, under the auspices of the Social Settlement Association of the District of Columbia, drew out a large audience last Monday evening at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. Professor Roscoe Conkling Bruce, who recently succeeded Dr. Francis as president of the Social Settlement Association, presided and delivered a speech setting forth the cardinal objects of the social settlement movement among the colored people and extolling the labors of the late Dr. Francis in the promotion of this helpful project. The principal address of the evening was delivered by the Hon. William Jennings Bryan, secretary of state. Mr. Bryan's keynote was "The true measure of greatness is service. The most potent manner in which the memory of Dr. Francis could be honored would be to continue the great service to mankind that he had so nobly and so unselfishly inaugurated." Mr. Bryan's speech was one of the most effective he has delivered in this city, and was remarkable in that the loftiest principles of the Bible and philosophy, and applied them broadly, without once mentioning the "race problem." There was not a single word in the address of forty-five minutes to indicate that Dr. Francis was a member of any particular race—he was simply a great man. The celebration in memory of Abraham Lincoln, which took place on November 27, was quite a success. Mr. Wiley's paper was excellent, giving an outline of Lincoln as president. Mr. D. R. Johnson read on Lincoln as a statesman. Rev. James H. Wood rendered a paper on Lincoln as a Christian. Rev. Pointer spoke on Lincoln as a citizen. The affair was well attended, and the effort put forth by the ladies in serving refreshments was ```markdown ``` His Work," and in the evening on "Christ the Need of Humanity." The Thanksgiving Day exercises were largely attended and financial results exceedingly pleasing. Beginning with the first of the year the activities will open in full blast with Mr. Morris Lewis as "superintendent of activities." SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH. Regular services every Sunday at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Sunday school at 1 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 7 p. m. Prayer services and teachers' board on Wednesday evening. Thanksgiving dinner was a success. The lecture that Rev. Harris delivered on Thanksgiving Day was one of the grandest thought and so beautifully explained. Subject, "What Next?" CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH Despite the inclementy of the weather last Sunday the services were well attended. There will be preaching next Sunday, as usual, at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. At 7 p. m. the B. Y. P. U will render a special program on which will appear the following numbers: A solo by Miss Ornella Ragland, a paper by Miss Alice Elliott, cornet solo b. Mr. R. H. Diggs, solo by Miss Barbara I Elliott. You are cordially invited o our services. N:W HOPE FREE BAPTIST CHURCH. 4024 Federal Street. Regular services Sunday as usual. Our 6 o'clock prayer meeting was a glorious meeting. Sunday morning Rev. Mary Jones delivered a glorious and spiritual sermon at 11 o'clock services. Sunday school held its regular services at 1:30, and was dismissed with the Lord's Prayer by Master George Morris, 3822 La Salle street. At 3 o'clock we had preaching. At 8 p. m. we held our regular services. Rev. John Connors preached for the congregation. Every Wednesday night will be preaching also. Rally day second Sunday of each month. Rev. Rodgers, pastor. ST. MARY'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; T. W. White, superintendent. C. E., 6:45; Mrs. L. Jones, president. At the service every member of the church is expected to be present, as it is general class. At 7:45 p. m. Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams will speak; subject, "Tuberculosis." Come and hear him. HYDE PARK A. M. E. CHURCH. Rev. W. H. Griffin, Pastor Services Sunday at 11 a. m. and 8:30 p. m. Sunday school, 3 p. m. Christian Endeavor at 7:30 p. m.; Mrs. Fuller, president. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p. m. All are invited. The Logos Club had a nice program. Mr. and Mrs. Lee gave author's quotations. Master Frederick Williams and Little Dott尔 Miller gave recitations. Our enthusiastic club historian, Mrs. A. J. Lee, and Vice President Mrs. Graham read race-interesting clippings. Hon. Mr. Henry, prize winner of the essay contest last year, read his race and soul-inspiring prize essay. The entertainment was interspersed with piano solos by Miss Gladys Lee. Professor Buckner is yet indisposed. Conspicuous among us were the interesting and affable Mrs. Lulu Brooks, daughter Myree, and Mr. Lacy. We hope that their faces will become common with us. Good program next Tuesday evening. Hon. Adelbert Roberts speaker of the evening. Admission free. L. W. Washington, president. THE SICK LIST. Mrs. Lula Whiley has been ill, but she is more better. Mr. Wiley also, who has been confined to his bed on account of a rising in his head, is able to be out again. Mr. Pigen is suffering from rheumatics. Lottie Wilson Moss of Fifth street, Niles, Mich., is very ill. Sir Thomas H. Smith of 6022 Aberdeen street is still at Provident hospital, improving slowly. Mrs. Leffit, the mother of Mr. John Leffit, 5320 Forest avenue, is still improving. She is at the home of her niece, Irs. Mayne Pegg Irwin, where she will welcome her many friends. Mrs. J. Christy, flat 323 Mecca building, has been quite sick for the past five weeks, but has recovered. Mrs. M. Woods, who has been ill for several weeks, is now confined in the County hospital, but is reported improving. Mrs. F. Lair, 42 West Thirty-eighth street, has been ill for several weeks, but is now convalescing. Mrs. A. Crutchfield of Thirty-sixth street was operated on this week at the County hospital. The operation was successful. Miss Elvira Eubanks, 2, acca building, is out, after several days' illness. Mrs' Mary Harris, 3748 Wabash avenue, mother of Lucile Suggs, is seriously ill. Mrs. T. H. Smith of 6022 Aberdeen street is still very 'sick in Provident hospital' Mrs. L. Mathews of 6129 Loomis street is reported on the sick list. Mrs. J. Lear of 1817 West Sixth Mrs. J Lear of 1317 West Sixtieth street isatlll on the sick list. after lesson on the sick list. Mr. Lokey of 3726 Dearborn street is on the mend. He is able to be up around the house. Miss Arnetta Turner of 6012 Aberdeen street is very sick with bronchial pneumonia. Little Akredge of 6334 Morgan street is much better. Miss Ena Pauline, eldest daughter of Mrs. J. J. Wright of 3318 Vernon avenue, has been very ill the past week from a severe attack of pleurisy. Her condition at this time is somewhat improved. Mrs. Ema Roan, widow of an old veteran, is very ill at the county hospital. Mrs. Pearl Carey of 3542 Vernon avenue is very ill. She is a member of Garden City Chapter O. E. S. and Lady Foresters. News Notes of the Nation's Capital By R. W. THOMPSON MEMORIAL EXERCISES. CHICAGO HEIGHTS Dr. Webb's Famous Picture of JESUS AS A BLACK MAN Just finished 'and' ready for sale is the wonderful picture, 12 x 18, of Jesus as he looked on earth and how he will look at his second book, specially prepared book of Biblical references from Genesis to Revelation and a book of Doctrine and Conservation. For sale at newstands or by agents, $1.00; by P. O. or Express Order $1.50. Agents wanted everywhere. Address— JAS. M. WEBB, 3519 State Street, CHICAGO, IL. quite a success financially, and the proceeds go to the A. M. E. church. On the 7th of December is Tuberculosis Day. Mr. D. D. R. Johnson will render a paper on tuberculosis at the A. M. E. church at 7:45 p. m., and the Rev. James H. Wood will preach a sermon to coincide with the paper. Chicago Heights has some colored people who are bettering themselves in the moral and intellectual uplift its community. They like the Defender because of its brave stand for right, and it is the only paper published in Chicago that takes issue against our enemies. DAYTON THE CITY BEAUTIFUL (Special to the Defender.) Dayton, Ohio, Dec. 5.—The automobile class of the Y. M. C. A. was overrun the first evening with a paid membership. Last week a four-cylinder car was purchased for the automobile school and the first lesson was given last night by the instructor, F. D. Grigsby. Ten men were enrolled in the first class, and class No. 2 is now being installed. Judging from the applications coming in, this class will soon be filled. The men seem enthusiastic and educational outlook, as well as other features of the association work, seems brighter than ever before. The classes meet every Monday and Friday evening. Have you seen the new Dunbar theater's electric sign? It certainly is a credit to the theater and the race. Keep the work up, boys, for everybody is going up. Theaters, churches, dances, entertainments, etc., that want write ups kindly send passes to same. The Dayton Negro News Bureau, Bell Hotel Barber Shop. Mr. Chas. Parham of Cincinnati has been the guest of Mr. Sampson of Eaton avenue. After buying up all the old gold and silver Mr. Parham left for Indianapolis. Crowds were turned away nightly at the Pekin last week. Bart Kennett & Co. made a hit with the public. Tim and Hester Moore made a hit in their laughing and talking act. In fact Manager Lawhorn has not had such crowds since the "Two Sweets" were here. Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Harrison have opened a manicuring parlor at their residence, 232 Spitler avenue. Mr. Baltzell Dawson has opened a barber shop, 345 West Fifth street. Mr. Jule Yoter, Jr., has been on the sick list but is now improving. We will give the hotel boys a write-up soon. Dayton has three colored policemen, Messrs. Jenkins, Rice and Wheeler, and one colored detective in the state's attorney's office, Mr. Louis Patterson. Now that Dayton has elected a new form of government, what is she going to do for the Negro? The last administration, a Republican one, we got one janitor at the city hall and five or six on the garbage wagons and one street sweeper. Now what is the new administration going to do? Mayor Shrower, the eyes of the country are on Dayton, so it is up to you and the commission manager. The Daughter Elks gave a dance at the Elks' Hall. There was a good crowd, one of the largest this season. Music was furnished by Franklin's Saxophone Orchestra. Mr. Wm. Botley was the floor manager. Coffee, punch and sandwiches were served during the evening. Mesdames Maud Walker, Ada Morey, Emma Price, Dollie Richerson and Elsie Rails deserve great credit for the evening's entertainment such a grand success. The members of the Eaker street A. M. E. church served dinner at the church Thanksgiving day and served over 200 meals during the day. In the evening a musical program was rendered, which was a grand success. Manager Lawnhorn has had to give three shows several nights during the Bart Kennet & Co. and Tim and Hester Moore engagement and then turned crowds away. The fruits of a good bill. Mrs. Harry Gardner is still at the Miami Valley Hospital. Mrs. Gardner is improving and her friends hope to see her out soon. Mrs. Eva Chandler of Birmingham, Ala., is visiting her cousin, Mrs. Chas. W. Price of 957 S. Summit street, for a few days. Miss Florence Sims of Kenton, O., is visiting Mrs. Chas. W. Price for a few days. Rev. Edw. Smith, minister at the Church of the Living God on Dakota street, told Judge Wright that his wife Bertie was a bigamist last Saturday. The minister said his wife was a songster and that she was of valuable assistance in their church meetings until she became infatuated with another man, and he charged she had married her alleged affinity without taking the trouble to obtain a divorce. Judge Wright dissolved the marriage of March 29, 1906, solemnized in Kentucky. Owing to the carpenters and electricians not getting through with their work the Dunbar theater did not open Thanksgiving night and quite a number of people were disappointed. The theater opened Tuesday night, Dec. 2. By Albert Hubbard. The Guaranteed Feather Company Milk, Cream, Stationery, Confectionery, Tobacco, Cipars, Newspapers, Bread, Cakes and Pies. Before buying G Me. We give Fish and Weber Stamps with Groceries, Ice Cream and Sodas. A First-Class Laundry Agency in Connection, GUARANTEED TRADE MARK SECOND FLOOR. EDWARD ICE CREAM PHONE DOWN Milk, Cream, Stationery, Col Newspapers, Bread, Cakes a We give Fish and Weber Sta and Sodas. A First-Class L EDWARD FELIX :: Mrs. Edw. Felix's Stands open for all kinds o ment, Hair Goods to order hands and nails. A comp Tel. Douglas 2928 General M to all part MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT Mr. Nathan L. Gaskin was married to Mrs. Mary L. Lillard Saturday evening, November 29, 1913, at the residence of the bride, 6148 Ada street. The couple will spend the holidays at the home of Mr. Gaskin's daughters, Sturgeon, Mich. At home to their friends with an informal reception December 11 at 6148 Ada street from 5 16 10 p. m. For Convalescent Child. The nurse who has a good library at her command can devise almost endless means of interesting a convalescent child. She might take the child on a trip around the world to the children of all nations. One day they could go to France. She could describe "sunny France" to him and talk about the vineyards and the pretty flower gardens and the black bread the bakers sell to the children to feed the sparrows and the odd little smocks the children wear to school and half a dozen other things which she could gather in a half hour's reading. For the visit to the little German children she could get much from Grimm's fairy tales. Holland's children would form another day's subject—their wooden shoes, their full skirts, their winter life on the frozen canals and their love for the little Princess Jullana could all be told about. Japan and Italy, Spain, India and the North American Indians—all have given records of their children, which could be quickly referred to and entertainingly worked up. Mouse as a Family Pet. "Heaven!" shrieked a well-known Boise woman a few days ago as she discovered a mouse playing about the leg of the dining-table room. She was visiting at the house of a friend on North Eighth street. "Won't some one please kill that beast?" The hostess laughed. "We couldn't think of killing the little mouse," she exclaimed. "It's a family pet." The visitor, still badly frightened, demanded an explanation. "Well," said the hostess, "my husband found a mouse one morning. It was so tiny and seemed so fearless that my husband brought a small piece of cheese and the mouse marched right up and ate out of his hand. It was several days before I could get used to it, but it will eat from my hand now. It plays around with no fear of any one and after it has been so, trusting toward us we simply cannot bring ourselves to kill it." Her visitor left shortly afterward—Idaho Statesman. Tree That Produces Milk. It is claimed that in South America there is a most convenient milk-producing tree which the natives take advantage of for the feeding of their children. By boring a hole in its trunk a clear, stream sweet of milk emerges, which is both healthful and delicious." Helen A. 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Sundays by Appointment Only. Dr. J. W. McDowell Maternity Specialist OFFICE: 3100 South State Street Phone Douglas 4796 Automatic 75-174 RESIDENCE: 3518 Calumet Avenue Phone Douglas 6386 Automatic 79-176 Douglas 9458 Ida M. Dempcy Stenographer and Typist Instruction at Reconnable Rates 3716 Dearborn St., Chicago, Ill. Phone Oakland 2459 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLINERY Feathers Cleaned, Dyed and Curled HATS BLOCKED 4746 State St. • CHICAGO A. Mme. NEWELL, Hair Cultureist MADAM NEWELL The Original Hair Grower Positively Guarantees to Grow Your Hair with her JICKEY PROCESS if you follow her directions. Sale on hair goods every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Work guaranteed. Entire Course of Beauty Culture taught. Floor 2048 State Street Chicago, Ill. Agents Wanted Everywhere The intelligent talesman was being examined to pass on the jury in a murder trial. "Do you believe in capital punishment?" inquired the attorney. "You bet I do," came the prompt response. "I'm agn' the trust, and I want to see half of Wall street in fall, where they belong." HEAD WAITER BACK. Mr. John Eubanks, one of the most widely known head waiters in the country, has arrived in the city and will be here for the winter. GUESS WHO? The doll is at $38 and Dearborn street who is crazy about Mr. W. W. Tallay, M. and P. H. who claim they never miss esters' ball. At least we didn't see you. Will put the Do Right Boys of the Colonial out of the popular ring if they were esters' ball. The Nonpareil Dudes are correct. The dudes of the Nonparell Club are who are some classy dudes. The dudes are who are responsible for the success of the Nomaparl Club's party, C. R., L. P. D., A. R., L. H., E. S. and H. I. P. are correct. The dude L. P. D. is who still loves his wife. The dude L. P. D. is who certainly can make good punch. The dude is whom no one likes. Archer, Sylvester, 47 years, 6116 Ada St. Alib, Alexi, 81 years, 6941 Rhodes St. Alib, Alexi, 81 years, 6941 Rhodes St. Dovec, Philippe, 43 years, 3455 State St. Nov. 28. Brown, Oman, 2 mos, 1326 E. 55th St. Brown, Oman, 2 mos, 1326 E. 55th St. Bass, Jane, 77 years, 3504 Dearborn St. Nov. 39. Chiles, Jose, 28 years, 231 W. 18th St. Nov. 10. Dawson, Wm., 30 years, 3138 La Salle St. Dewell, Chas., 47 years, 11 W. 21st st. Nov. 25. Hartley, James, 23 years, 3517 Calumet Ave. Dec. 2. Jones, Peter, 30 years, 4725 Dearborn St. Page, Josephine, 41 years, 3304 State St. Shanley, Theodot, 6 years, 5145 Dearborn St. Nov. 39. Mr. Sylvester Archer, 6116 Ada street, died this week after an illness of four years and six months, during which time he has been cared for by the Ancient Order of Foresters. His funeral was preached by Rev. Woods of Milwaukee, Wis., and the services were held at St. John A.M. E. Church; LITTLE EUNICE GANAWAY. Little Eunice Ganaway, age ten years, died November 29 of diphtheria at her home, 5818 Lafayette street. Father Morris was at her bedside prior to her death. She was the daughter of Mr. Wm. Ganaway and was a charming little character. Her remains were laid beside those of her mother, Mrs. Sadie Thomas Ganaway, at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Nelson Hayes, born July, 1851; died December 2, 1912. How we miss him, miss our loved one, Who while on his bed of pain Clasped death's cold and toy fingers And will no'er return again. One whole year we've been grieving, And our hearts still sadly yearn. But he has crossed that silent valley From where no traveler e'er returns. His loving wife, Mamie, and children, Luroy, Walter, Maurice, William and Helen. Mrs. Lavina Hudlin (Aunt Lou), who for many years made her home with the late William H. Weller and family, 3628 Forest avenue, passed away October 24, 1913. She was ill of pneumonia for eight weeks. May her soul rest in peace. Shields.—In sad but loving memory of our beloved relative, W. Raleigh Shields, who passed away one year ago, December 6, 1912. Loving sisters, Mrs. F. A. Hawkins and Mrs. A. L. Harris; son, W. R. Shields, Jr., and wife, Mrs. W. R. Shields. R-R-Revenge. Frend—"So the editor rejected your verses, did he?" Poetes—"Yes, but I got even with him. I rejected his son." Announ Just off the Press. O Success," for colored America published before. Over 500 Announcement! Just off the Press. Our new book, "Life Lines of Success," for colored Americans. Nothing like it ever published before. Over 500 pages, 60 beautiful photogravures. You must read this book. Order today. On request copy will be sent to you for your inspection. (Special to the first 100 purchasers.) Cloth binding, regular price $2.00. Our price.....$1.25 Half leather binding, regular price $3.00. Our price.....$2.00 Address Howard, Chandler & Co., Publishers 6434 Vincennes Avenue CHICAGO, IL. --- Deaths of the Week FORESTER DEAD Dles Suddenly at Age of Ten. IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM. IN MEMORIAM Green be the turf above thee Friend of our better days: Friend of our better days; None knew thee but to love thee R-R-Revenge. The doll G. G. is who lives at 5th and Dearborn, who says she never sees any animals. But O. R. knows better than that. The two South Side dudes are who had to work for the company, canned out of some money. B. B. and A. B. the dude is who, when asked if he could hire his young brother employer. B. B. is the dude. Who was the Englewood doll who was so blue Thanksgiving because her 22d son was blue. L. W., got after her over the phone for flirting with G. K. She said "never, again." L. H., the Englewood doll is, who is just wild about her L. W. Keep on, kid, for we don't want him. The dude, H. P., is who can't win Miss K. The dude is who had better be careful as M. T. won't stand any foolishness. Collectors as a rule are egotists and thieves. They are often leading citizens in the great republic of Bores. One man will buttonhole you in the street while he tells you in ghastly detail how he finally secured the autograph of the fourth governor of Georgia. Another will describe minutely his collection of photographs of all the women who have yet taken the part of Carmen. We know an otherwise blameless person who collected monograms. What one of us has not at some time dwelt in this Arcadia? When we were boys it was either'a collection of coins, beginning with copper cents of the United States, postage stamps, or names of locomotive engines. How many had the foresight to keep their coins and stamps? They were scattered, or they disappeared, together with a little book relating to adventures of Alexander Sellkirn, that book with deep green covers and wood cuts apparently cut with a jackknife. For it we would now gladly exchange a complete and luxurious set of books by any author living.—Boston Herald. Ring Setting From Wife's Ashes. Preservation of the ashes of the departed or the scattering of them to the four winds long has been the custom of countries where cremation is practiced. But it has remained for a London man to offer an ingenious plan that has provided him with a set for a finger ring from the remains of his wife. After the cremation he carried the ashes to a chemist and the iron was extracted. He now wears this set in his ring as the average person wears a diamond. The amount of iron in a human body, according to the statement of a well-known analytical chemist, is at best very small—a matter of grains—and it varies much according to the state of health. Anemic people have very slight traces of iron in their bodies, but in normal persons there is enough to provide a small setting, such as the London husband is wearing. Brister's Devil's Prayer O Lord, I pray thee, make me a good printer. Make me as wise as the proof reader, who carries a dictionary in each of his vest pockets, and as honest as Bill, the pressman, who borrowed a quad last spring to use as a feed guide and returned it yesterday, as good as new; make me to be as faithful as Jerry, the stone-man, who comes down to the shop every Sunday and cleans up the pi he has made during the week; as industrious as Old Tom, the comp, who has not missed a day at his frame since he came to work for the firm twenty years ago; and lastly, O Lord, make me as patient as the poor boss, who has put up with my deviltry for three mortal years, and paid me good hard cash for the privilege!—Roscoe E Haynes, in the National Printer-Journalist. Why So Few Good Books The reason why so few good books are written is that so few people that can write know anything. In general, an author has always lived in a room, has read books, has cultivated science, is acquainted with the style and sentiments of the best authors, but he is out of the way of employing his own eyes and cars. He has nothing to hear and nothing to see. His life is a vacuum.—Walter Bagehot, in "Literary Studies." Our new book, "Life Lines of Americans. Nothing like it ever 100 pages, 60 beautiful photo- gravures. You must, read this book. Order today. On request copy will be sent to you for your inspection. (Special to the first 100 purchasers.) Cloth binding, regular price $2.00. Our price.....$1.25 Half leather binding, regular price $3.00. Our price.....$2.00 Howard, Chandler & Co., Publishers 6434 Vincennes Avenue CHICAGO, ILL. Collectora THE CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL A Good The Chic works in office boy, itself sit- ring the sent to out and age." bess em- lady is the let- t it into bring it and then a satis- conscious difficul- motion. basis. There seems to be no end to the stories of strange people and customs to be found in New Guinea. The latest news from this island is given by Mr. W. N. Beaver, resident magistrate in the western division of New Guinea. Two of the most interesting expeditions in which Mr. Beaver took part were to the Glara country, which for three parts of the year is almost entirely submerged. These people claim descent from a dog. They possess five toots, which are drawn on all their houses. Their villages are erected on hillocks so as to be clear of the water, and the people of each village inhabit one large common house. The center of this huge building is a kind of common hall, which is used only by the men. The women are not allowed to enter the building by the same door as the men. In the wilder parts of the country the chief is himself a head sorcerer. He claims to be able to separate his spirit from his body and to send it on various missions, including that of killing people. Quite recently a number of sorcerers went by the house of a native on whom they cast a spell by pointing at him a human bone. They afterward murdered their victim. Mr. Beaver explored a large tract of country in Dutch New Gulcaena, where the majority of the people had never before been visited. These were very primitive folk, armed with bows and arrows. They assume a fierce aspect by inserting kangaroo claws in their nostrils and, by wearing in their hair artificial tails extending to their waists. In one district near Daru it is the custom to brand, by means of a mark on the shoulder, girl children with the mark of the med they are subsequently to marry. Cannibalism still exists. One of the most curious movements that has recently been brought to light prevails in the northeastern coast. It is known as the Balgona movement, and its operations almost approach sorcery. Great respect is paid to snakes, none of which is allowed to be killed. Football. If you are getting on in years—nay, to the time when the young fellows begin to caution you that it is imprudent to run upstairs—it is a good thing to go out to a football game and renew your youth. A perfectly silly thing, a football game, you think as you see the struggling, swaying mass in the middle of the field. And the cheer leader. Did you ever see anything more ridiculous than the utter seriousness of his manner as he solemnly calls for "nine 'rahs" for so-and-so? But as the game progresses and you see some thrilling runs around the end and some reckless tackling and some nervy line bucking, all for the honor of the team and the college—well, you begin to warm up. Before the last quarter is over you have picked your team, if you hadn't one to start with, and are pulling frantically for it to get the ball across that stanchly defended goal line. After all, youth is a great thing. The well-fought college football game, with its fine abandon and its compelling enthusiasm and its fervid admonitions from the rooters to "Hold—that—line!" makes the blood flow faster through the veins of the most sedate person of middle age.—Kansas City Times. Indians Have "Firewater" When a brewery 600 miles from civilization was reported to the Canadian royal mounted police at Chipewayan station it seemed incredible, for it was said to exist in a country that even the map-makers had left blank. Sergeant Field was sent to the Ray river country to investigate, and (says the Wide World Magazine) he found a happy lot of Indians among whom "frewwater" was quite as common as it used to be down in Kentucky. He found that nearly every "buck" was the proprietor of a "brewery," and that life south of the Great Slave lake was one long and joyous spree. A strange white man had sold the secret of making "frewwater" to the Indians, and they were making a "brew" of potatoes, hops, sugar, and yeast, which, when allowed to ferment, was strong enough to cause intoxication. During the summer months the Indians raised potatoes for this brew, but in scarcely any instance can they be persuaded to grow anything for food. Obeyed Instructions He was a bright young office boy, and in the dim future saw himself sitting in the manager's chair. "Please, sir," he said, entering the room of his chief, after being sent to deliver a note, "the lady was out and I could not deliver your message." "Go back immediately," said his employer, impatiently. "If the lady is still out put the note through the letter box or under the door. Get it into the house somehow, don't bring it back here. Now be off!" Some little time passed, and then young hopeful returned with a satisfied smile and an air of conscious pride at having overcome all difficulties, and confident of rapid promotion. "Well?" jerked out his smirk. "There was no letter box, sir, and the note wouldn't go under the door, so I tore it up into little bits and shoved it through the keyhole." 4.000.000 Paint Palls a Year 4,000,000 PAINT Pans a year. The increasing cost and scarcity of wood have influenced a number of removable developments in manufacturing paint. These are a painted paint pall and drum are examples. One plant turns out some 4,000,000 of these each year in steel packages for pure white lead. They are in five sizes, from 12½ to 100 pounds' capacity. Only four drawing operations are necessary in producing either a tapered pall or a cylindrical drum. These operations, with the accompanying annealing, washing, painting, and printing, are all done by machinery.-American Machinist. A Good Present for Xmas The Chicago Defender for 1 year and the complete works in one volume of Paul Lawrence Dunbar; anywhere in the United States, $2.50; in Canada or Europe, $3.50. The book alone sells for $3.50 and $5.00 Write at once to Chicago Defender office, 3159 State Street. 3727 PRAIRIE AVE.-Nicely furnished, Near car lines. Rent reasonable. 3218 WARAB AVE.-Ist fast. Nicely furnished rooms, steam heat and other modern conveniences. Phone Doug. 4165. 6-13 APARTMENT J. 3575 RHODES AVE.- Nicely furnished, steam heated room, steam oven, kitchen and telephone; good place if you are looking for a nice quiet home; best of junior house. Phone Douglas 5050. 22-5 3218 STATE ST.-Large front room, neatly furnished, with stove heat, for light housekeeping; also use of kitchen. M. Baldwin, top floor. —29-5 FOR RENT-A suite of three rooms, suit- less furniture, well equipped, kitchen, gas stove, steam heat, etc, for rent to desirable tenants. 5548 Vernon A. 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Call Randolph 3750. BUSINESS CHANCES WANTED--MIDDLE-AGED WOMAN AS caretaker, leave city, phone Douglas 5985. Address "B. T., 3232 Wabash Ave. DYES DESIRES TO TAKEN A PIANO into her home for any one who has or will have to put one in storage. No charges for the keeping of the same. Apply Mrs. Roberts, 4819 State St., 2d floor. FOR SALE BY OWNER--2 apartment building, all newly decorated immediate occupancy. Call at 3223 Calumet av. and 3333 Forest av. Small room available. OPEN FOR INSPECTION from 2 to 4 p. m. Must dispose of these at once. More Arclent. "They say that chess is the oldest game," remarked the Old Fogy. "Poker is older than chess," said the Wise Guy. "How do you know?" asked the Old Fogy. "Didn't Noah draw to pairs on the Ark and get a full house?" replied the Wise Guy.-Cincinnati Failurer. Announcement OPPORTUNITY AT Offer only good to January 1, 1914. T. H. I am again selling Diamonds and Watches on easy weekly payments, for The Walker-Edmund Cs., 7 W. Madison St., S. 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Frank Carroll purchased an apartment building on Indiana avenue. These properties were owned by Frederick H. Hartlett & Co. This company is now placing on special sale a number of newly decorated two-a apartment buildings. See special notice on last page of this issue. This Wide Wide World "It's awful how easy some folks get weighted down with a new experience," began the postmaster of Wobrook in the Hills, with a significant glance at "Boosey" Fraser's bowed form in the Concord wagon at the door. "That's what bent him over like that. "Yes," after a glance of interrogation from the only listener who was really listening, "he began to bow over soon's he realized the size of this globe of ours. You see, from one of the northern counties up 'bove here Boosey went all the way to the state capital. When he came back, he looked solemn with the weight o' what de' garnered. "I tell ye what," he says to us right here, scarcely speakin' above a whisper, 'if the world's as big tother way as 'tis this, it's a whopper!"—"Youth's Companion. Cube Root of Evil. They had asked the great cubist to paint the tragedy in Eden. He shock his head. "I cannot paint the serpent," he said; "it has too many curves." Then he added in in a melancholy tone: "There is but one creeping thing that I find there is a helpless to use as a model." "And what is that?" they asked eagerly. "The angleworm." the anglebom. Whereupon he took down his two foot rule and his table of cubes and went to work. Retort Professional Author—"I would have you know, sir, that I have written for better magazines than yours!" Editor—"And did you get them?"—Judge. Why Not Learn to Speak a Language Other Than English? Dr. J. Valles announces to the public that his class of French and Spanish is open every night from 7:30 to 8:30 at the Johnson Bldg., 3522 South State street, room 10. The number of pupils is augmenting enormously. Those who are late to become members should lose no time. Auto. phone 75559. McClain's Hair Pomade Guaranteed to grow your hair A 25c jar of Pomade . 15c $2 Braid or Transform- mation . . . . 75c $1 Braid or Transform- mation . . . . 35c Send for list. Clean stamps same as cash. R. McClain's 50 W. 35th St. . Chicago, Ill. RENT DON'T WORRY ABOUT RENTS— We Have Just What You Want FOR RENT—CUT RATE$ Flat, 6 Rooms, 37th and Rhodes, $35.00, Steam Flat, 6 Rooms, 34th Place and Rhodes Ave., $37.50, Steam Heat Flat, 6 Rooms, 45th and Wabash Ave., $38.00, Flat, 6 Rooms, 3636 Dearborn St., $18.00, Stove Heat Flat, 5 Rooms, 3458 St., $25.00, Stove Heat Home, 6 Rooms, Furnace Heat, $45.00 Home, 8 Rooms, Steam Heat, $23.50 ANDERSON & TERRELL Real Estate Brokers RENTING, LOANS, INSURANCE 3512 South State Street "Home of Real Estate Bargains" Phones: Douglas 206 Auto, 79-864 0002 A BARO In a 2-flat brick, stone trim, near Garfi best transportation in the city. Each flat has a separate entrance, steam p The tenant runs his own steam plant. We will and balance like rent. ABARGAIN In a 2-flat brick, stone trim, near Garfield Blvd. Convenient best transportation in the city. Each flat has a separate entrance, steam plant, basement and be The tenant runs his own steam plant. 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Phone Went, 6513 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1013. 3251 Armour avenue in and Lake streets Walnut and Leavitt at Robey street and sh. 48th and Dearborn . 90th street and Wabash cerian Church, 61st street ulevard. clist Church, 62nd and May A memorial Congregational in street and Ridley avenue Day Adventure Church, 602-2 street. ir London Office 1 Green Street Shar顿 Road london, England, W. C. I TOLD YOU SO. She married for love, it was quite a sensation. Her folks all deferred that in their estimation *did lowered herself, for the chap that she wed* *honest was poor as the church mouse, 'twas said.* *just the same through the and foul weather,* *y they enjoy their vast for together,* *who knocked in the days ago proclaiming now "I told " --- een more days till Christ-haven bought them bet-ay. making as much trouble making as much trouble try as Blessie and Vardad ing to do to ours. The hold-up man is no respecter of persons. When in doubt, take the middle of the street. There is more room to run. II If the money that was spent on gifts for the White House bride was given to the poor, what a world of good it would have done. But there is that stumbling block "if" again. Of course, if the state legislature insists upon keeping us waiting for that much needed appropriation for our new Eighth Regiment Armory, there is no hard to wait; but we don't refrain from intimating that we are badly in need of it. New York is finally to have a Y. M. C. A. and a Y. W. C. A. it is a little hard to follow in the lead of the "Windy City," but they will learn sooner or later that everything worth while has its incursion in the woolly West. P. S. It: behooves us to get busy and build a Y. W. C. A. to keep our reputation. It will be some time before Federal street, former Armour avenue, galus as wide a reputation as the old name did, and perhaps it is just as well that this street loe its identity / the same s it has lost the disreputable character that infested the northern position. There is something in a name, And now comes an invitation from a royal chieftan of Asahance—note the name—West Africa, to the colored people of Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri to locate in that country. Sixty-four acres of land has been promised each new settler. Also town lots on the coast to build cities. It looks like a very flattering offer from this distance, with the exception of that "Shanty" proposition which we are trying to get away from in this country. Chicago has long felt the need of an organization the purpose of which should be to bring our people in closer touch with each other and the vital resources of the city and religious. We have one or two literary societies, innumerable clubs and lodges, but not one that discusses civic things and thrashes them out to their finals. As individuals we do much along that line, but let us get together and fight as one man. In that way only can big things be accomplished. Could anyone doubt that they are living in a highly civilized country when informed that during the past ten months ONLY forty-five lynchings occurred, four less than the previous month, and the fact that they have the fact that there are ten million more they might have attempted to do the same thing to, but more remarkable still is the fact that out of eighty some odd million of the superior (?) race it was not found necessary to question? We sometimes wonder if there is any truth in the adage "As ye sow, shall ye reap." A Mr. Madden, of Des Moines, Ia., has a lovely little plan on foot. He proposes to arouse sufficient interest among the white people, and get the endorsement of two-thirds of the colored people to start a colony at some point in the United States to be selected by Congress, of sun-kissed Americans. We do not envy the gentleman his task and he deserves all the glory he can get out of it. The problem is that he is not asked when everything is running in full blast, so we can move the headquarters of the world's greatest race paper to the Capital City, "Washington" (Booker T.) Mrs. L. Brackett Bishop, a wealthy Chicago woman, is planning to adopt fifteen motherless infants under one year old. No two of any one nationality are to be accepted, and whether they be German, Irish, Chinese, Negro, Arab or what not, they must be simon pure. Her object in gathering this universal family is to test the Montessori system which allows the child to bring out its own individuality, and this brings us face to face with the question of shaping a child's career, should the parents insist upon them pursuing certain courses when they are distasteful to the child. It would seem better now that are obtained in any field of choice, what it is to their liking. We see this exemplified every day. The novel experiment Mrs. Bishop is trying will be watched by the scientific world with a great deal of interest. HELPING YOURSELF. In subscribing for the "Crisis" you are not only getting the best race magazine ever published, but you are subscribing to a cause that has for its purpose the uplift of the colored race. This monthly publication is the mouthpiece of the N. A. A. C. P., through whose efforts justice has been accorded. You are not a member of the entire United States. There is not a man, woman or child who can afford not to be a member of this organization. There is strength in unison. Ten million people, of whom you are one, are crying out for justice and fair play; are being crushed because of their inferior number and consequent inability to demand and force the justice they have never been united mainly because the masses were not educated and could not see the power we would yield. Petty jeniuscebru in the man that tried to climb was pulled back and hindered. Times are changing. We are beginning to see the folly of all this, and the most encouraging fact that number who are joining this spirit of justice known as the N. A. A. C. P. Are you a member? If not, why not? HIGHER TAXATION. DRIFTING. Five members of the United States Supreme Court, including Chief Justice White, frowned into a humble little home to attend the funeral of Archie Lewis a messenger who had cared for their robes ever since they were elevated to the bench; when in fact, he was sorrowing the bench when three of them wore wire and before Chief Justice White had started to school. It was an honor, but an honor well deserved. In the departments at Washington are many men who have served the government long and well. In whatever position they have been appointed, they are credibly and by the word credibly is meant much better than the other fellow of whiter skin. It was necessary, owing to conditions, to receive the same consideration. And yet we will fight and die for our country—in name only. In there anything more incongruous than fighting for a people who oppress us. But there is always the optimistic side of the picture to look at. We live in that "some day" atmosphere that makes us cling and cling with the desperation of a drowning man. Lincoln throw on the saffron water, but he passed away before we could get a firm foothold and the tide is seemingly carrying us farther and farther away from shore. There is nothing in bemoaning our fate or in crying out. What we need and must have is courage and strength to swim against the tide to the shores of justice and equal opportunity. HOME DUTIES. What effect universal suffrage will have on home life, especially where children are concerned, is an interesting topic to contemplate. It is argued that unless methods entirely different from those now in vogue are put into operation women will find if they would keep pace with political intrigue they will have little time for home duties. They must not sit idly by, as some of our "silk stocking" aristocracy will keep pace with the weather, and allow the gang to run things in their high-handed manner, but ever be on the firing line to guard their money and their privileges. The suffragetes are going in for clean politics, and they propose to take a hand in the purification. No one questions the fact that something radical must be done along those lines, but are the same people who do great importance in the home or in the government? Is not the home the cradle of the government? The young man or woman who is brought up in a good Christian home cannot help but make the benefit felt for the betterment of mankind when placed in power. It is a fact that one cannot be in two places at the same time, and the woman who dabbles in politics must needs neglect home and children. Nothing is more important than to go into a home where the mother is so engaged with her foreign mission societies, whist clubs, secret orders, etc., that she has no time to devote to her own home and the children of this public spirited (?) woman are loft to roam the streets and grow up as they see fit. We do not say that because a woman has the power to help them up, she will commit this error, but the daundry lies in the newness of it all and the consequent anxiety and desire to test their strength to the fullest. We shall see. A PLEA FOR THE OLD MAN The business men of the country are complaining because they cannot get competent help for positions of great responsibility. Men of experience and efficiency are looking and beging for positions of trust, where ability is required. The trouble with the business man is that he is looking for old heads on young shoulders. The papers are full of help wanted, but must be young. The man who has reached the age of forty cannot get employment on account of his age. He, possibly, has grown up in a certain line of business and is a valuable asset to the owner, and realizes it, and asks for an increase in salary, and is discharge. He has a family of four children and lives in a home. He has spent his salary trying to educate his children and provide a home for them, possibly trying to buy a place that he can call home. The increased cost of living forced him to ask for additional wages, and he was discharged. Does the business man profit by inexperience help? Is the man justified in asking for more wages, after serving the employer for years, and at the time raise a family? True, he was young and accurate, as well as figures, but he has always remain young. When he started working, he had no knowledge of the business. The young man does not know the business of the trade, the business foreseer or the training, he can live cheaper, because oftimes he is still living at home and has no responsibility resting on him. Is this face to the old man? Do you place young men on the benches of our courts? Thousands of them graduate from law colleges every year with high honors. Experience has taught us that they could be swaption by emotion, many of them by public office, instead of the laws of the country. Visit the Patent Office at Washington and see how many graduates are getting the incentive to investege is with the old man of experience. This same old man is the bulwark of this nation. What would the people of this country say if Congress said by enactment that we must change the age limit of our president to twenty-five? Turn over the executive, legislative and judicial branches of the nation to the young college graduate; visit the office of the president of the railroads and see how many men under thirty years of age are occupying the position; think of all the great industrial corporations, banking institutions, educational institutions or great enterprises that have been ranked among the governments of the world, and you find the man of experience; yet this same man is looking for young men with experience to fill positions of great responsibility, and will turn the old man away. The old man with money is a grand old man. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER man; the old man who must work for a living is a tramp, so to speak The Civil Service Commission at Washington are asking for male stenographers; the Army and Navy are looking for unmarried men, but if you are over forty-five you are not wanted. All old men are not fortunate enough to have a large bank account after rearing a family, yet he is reliable because he has responsibilities resting upon him that the young man must be able to willow with the old man? He is being crowded out by the women and young men. The song of years ago suggests an answer as follows: "Then over the hills to the poorhouse he wanders alone, there to die." THANKSGIVING AT WILBERFORCE Wilberforce, Ohio, Dec. 5. —Thanksgiving was one great day at the "Force" in every particular. Services were held in the morning at Shorter hall. Dinner was served at 1:30 p. m., after which the student body prepared for the big game with Ohio State. The Wilberforce brass band escorted the students and players to the field. At field, the band played, and the game was called. The game ended with a score of 40 to 0 in our boys' favor. The drama entitled "Jacncol's Proclamation," written by Miss Katherine D. Tillman, was given under the auspices of the Y. W. C. A. in Galloway hall at 6:30 p.m. The drama was very successful, the characters being under the control of the Brown instructor of English in Wilberforce. The orchestra rendered a number of beautiful selections between acts to the very well crowded audience. The following students took part in the drama: Misses Ruby Martinez, Gurley Pentecost, Bessie V. Morris, Marie Adie, De Lois Brooks, Muris, Walker, Ethel Brooks, Camille Simmons, Evelyn Taylor, William Ray, Jeeves Reed, Richard Sterling, Horace Graves. Examinations for the fall term began Wednesday, December 3, and the new term begins December 9. Beware, basketball players, "draggers," etc. A hint to the wise is sufficient. "I am better than 'E'" Remember "C"! Remember "C"! Remember are to not have them at all, "Sana privileges" means "sans girl," providing the co-passes the grams. Hon. Frank C. Stewart and wife of Pittsburgh are visiting Chaplin and Dr. Stewart, the parents of the attorney. The attorney spoke to the student body of the "Force" on Saturday morning, November 29, and visited some of the classes. Mr. W. H. York, who graduated from Wilberforce in the class of 1913, former captain of Company B and an active member in several societies in the school in the past years of his school life here, is in our midst on the campus, having arrived Tuesday evening. In the real estate business in Chicago until he received his appointment to Liberian, having been recommended by Major Young, who is stationed at Monrovia. This act goes to show what a great work and also good work Wilberforce is doing in having a military department in the school. PEORIA CITIZENS MAK- ING GREAT PROGRESS Peoria Citizens Show Signs of Thrift. **Speckli of the Defender.** Poole, M. II., Dec. 5.—Mrs. Sarah Sheppard was in Chicago this week attending the City Federation of Women's Clubs. She is the state organizer of the federation. Mrs. S. B. Jones, wife of Rev. Jones, and Mrs. Julia Gibson were also in Chicago. They were the guests of Mrs. Elizabeth Davis. Rev. O. J. Carey and R. R. Jadson of Chicago, Illinois, were in the city last week attending addresses in the interest of the semi-tonal exposition. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas are here for a permanent stay. Colored people are doing nicely in business. Mr. Conway has a restaurant, a nice place on Liberty street, and is doing a fairly good business. Mr. Ivan Harper has a pantitulum and does a good business, employing four colored men. He is located on Jefferson street, 100 block south. Mr. John Aden has a prosperous lunch room and has a good business. He is located on Jefferson street, 200 block north. Mr. Jackson has a good business shop on Payette street. Also Mr. Haydon has a barber shop on Adams street, with four colored men employed. He is in the 200 block north. Mr. Waples has recently opened up a nice restaurant on Main street, 600 block. Mr. Sprattling has a nice blacksmith shop and is doing well, on Lincoln avenue. Dr. Sheppard is the leading physician. He is on the surgical staff of the Eighth regiment, I. N. G. He owns a beautiful home and a fine touring car. Mrs. Sheppard is preparing to organize a club. Mrs. Sheppard is a speaker of Chicago to address them. Drs. Sheppard, Cotton and Floyd own their own homes and have lucrative practices. Mr. and Mrs. Shelton of Des Moines, Iowa, are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ruff. They will be entertained by Miss Etta Conway and Mrs. Helen McPhetridge. CHICAGOANS AT NASHVILLE Beautifully Entertained by Nashvill- (Special to the Defender.) Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 5. - Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Price, 1608 Jefferson street, entertained at dinner at their beautiful home Thursday at 8 o'clock Dr. M. E. Bryant of Chicago, Miss A. Mrs. Lice Hamilton, Miss M. Mattie Bain, Miss A. M. Manfield Taylor, S. J. McLorem, W. Northhorn Davis and J. Langton Pople. Quite a delightful evening was spent. Mr. S. J. McLorem, 164 Lafayette street, entertained with a champagne dinner Thursday, November 27. Mr. W. Horthorne Davis and J. Langton Pole, candidates for graduation of the medical class of 1914 at Meharyn Medical College. A very delightful afternoon was spent. By Horace Graves Keep Healthy By Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams A Weekly Talk on Preventative Measures, First Aid Remedies, Hygienics, Sanitation. No Cases will be Diagnosed and No Prescriptions will be Given in This Column. Tuberculosis Sunday, December 7, 1913, sermons, addresses and lectures will be given in thousands of churches and before public assemblies on "Prevention and Care of Tuberculosis." Magazines, newspapers and popular periodicals will contain valuable information to enlighten the general public and show the general public that it is gradually approaching a crisis. In the holy war against tuberculosis the people must be instructed how to use, the following weapons of defence and to conquer the enemy with the proper use of these weapons, because when these weapons are used, and used early, they are bound to counter the enemy and come out of the battle. In tuberculosis (the tubercle bacillis) is a powerful enemy, the it is a crafty and cunning germ, it is vigilant and ever on the alert to attack those who are run down, rest broken, poorly fed or over fed; those who refuse to have plenty of ventilation and fresh air; who are constitutionally weak and who neglect to look after or properly care for bad colds, slight coughs and catarrhal conditions of the nose, throat and whole respiratory tract. These weapons against tubercle bacillis rank among the most dangerous (these weapons are glittering, useful, and within the reach of every individual); First weapon is sunshine. The tubercular germ is afraid of the bright sun; it cannot thrive well; it thrives best in dark, damp places where windows are closed and the shaded walls are closed. The tubercular germ lives in walls, and the pictures on the walls from fading from the effects of the sunlight, and thus causing thereby the wife, children, and all the inmates of the house to become pale, weak, easy victims of tuberculosis. Second weapon is food. Food is used to restructuring the body and repairing the body. Food gives the body resisting power against disease, and to assist the body in overcoming disease after it has been attacked by it. In order to prevent the taking of tuberculosis and to overcome it, one must have plenty of plain, nourishing, wholesome food, nourishing and taken at stated regular intervals during the twenty-four hours. Third weapon in the tirade against tuberculosis we name rest. Man must have a certain amount of rest and sleep in order to keep healthy. He cannot work all day, sit up all night or dance all night, visit cheap, poorly ventilated shows, saloons, restaurants, lodge halls and places of amusement and then be able to do the full work of a man or a woman, and especially lung cancer victims of disease, especially lung cancer victims of disease, give himself from seven to nine hours of good, quiet uninterrupted sleep out of every twenty-four hours. Fourth weapon is fresh air. Oh! don't be afraid of draughts, of open windows, of catching colds from fresh air! Colds and tuberculosis are not due to draughts, but are due to infection. Fresh air next to food is the greatest life saving and life sustaining quality that we possess in plague air against the great white plague. We do not dust dooshes hoisted. Cultivate the habit of having a current of fresh air passing through living and sleeping rooms night and day. Let the night air in. Night air in the city, as a rule, is better than day air. Night air is not dangerous or injurious. We are compelled to use night air at night as there is no other air for us to use. Death Rate. Tuberculosis or consumption is responsible each year for one-seventh of all deaths in the civilized world. Tuberculosis or consumption annually who are mostly in the poorest countries it is responsible for more deaths, crippled and afflicted each year than the combined number that were killed, crippled or afflicted during the four years of the War of the Rebellion. The crux of the whole situation lies in the early recognition of the disease by the physicians. If your physician finds out early the condition of your lungs and you institute your weapons of defense early under proper medical guidance, you have a good show of getting well. But if you insist that it is just "a little cold" or "only a slight cough" and you refuse to have a careful examination made of the chest and sputum, you are damaging your chance of ever getting well; but, with an early diagnosis and treatment, you are just the four weapons of defense and preservation mentioned, namely, plenty of sunshine, food, rest and fresh air, with intelligent medical supervision, you will be giving yourself a square deal and a good chance to get well. Consumption Not a Cold. A consumption or tuberculosis is a disease of the lungs and is taken from other tissues. Nausea, sneezing or drinking after others and is not simply due to catching cold. It is an infection caused by the tubercle bacillus entering the body through breathed air and cannot be cured by simply taking medicine for colds. Consumption can be cured at home. It is found out early and the people with plenty of money can get into a saltarium in the country where there is plenty of sunlight. SALVATORE OF WILLIAMS. Death Rate. Early Diagnosis. where air is fresh and light, with proper supervision have a better chance than the individual in the country where there is lots of rain, fogs, dark, cloudy skies; but no climate alone will effect a cure of tuberculosis. The wistest thing to do is to be clean, regular in habits, not to overwork or tax food, give yourself plenty of food, remain sunshine as near to Nature's heart as possible, admit all the fresh air you can with plenty of sunlight into your living rooms, fight against overheated living apartments, four air, the dirty habit of spitting, sneezing without putting a handkerchief over the mouth and nose, and fight against the dirty habit of the common drinking cup in public places or the home. Don't drink other people's slops even at first class balls and social affairs, because the tubercular and social germs have no respector of person, and the common cups many of the so-called first class people have foul disease germs in their mouths to detain the slops which you often drink out of the cup or glass, used by them, before it is washed. HEALTH DEPARTMENT Some Suggestions for Safety. As is well known, gasoline, unless used with great care, is a very dangerous product and often is the cause of serious and distressing accidents. Everyone should know that a pint of gasoline left open in a basin in a room entirely evaporate inside of 24 hours, gasoline thus formed is equal to 200 enthalpy explosive mixture, being about seven times more powerful than gunpowder. The vapor from gasoline being heavier than air, sinks to the floor, where, unless disturbed by air currents, it will remain for several hours. Every gasoline explosion that happens home is due to either ignorance or carelessness on the part of the user, usually, no doubt, the former. People who use gasoline for cleaning gloves and fabrics in their homes should have all the information possible concerning its dangerous character and how it may be used with safety. Gasoline should be used in the air whenever possible; but if it is not used in the house, the windows should be cleaned and a sufficient draft-created to the vapor from the room. It is almost criminal idiocy to use gasoline in a room where gas is burning either for lighting or cooking purposes. The vapor from gasoline has been known to jump thirty feet from a tank in the open air and to explode with such violence as to wreck the tank car and to set fire to several buildings in immediate vicinity. A spark will explode in vapor as readily as will an open flame because this is true, the automobile is its success. Articles dipped, washed and soaked in gasoline give off an explosive vapor for several hours after being treated. They should be thoroughly aired before being used and always kept away from exposed flame. Here is an illustration: A woman cleaned her gloves with gasoline. An hour later she put them on to go out, but before leaving the house she stopped to light a gas jet. The gloves caught and instantly the gas blazed up, burning the arms so seriously that her afternoon's care was under a doctor's care for several days. So you see, there is a health side to the use of gasoline in the home. For the past six months the 12,000 regulars of the United Army army have been in camp in Texas, and during that period of camp life there has not been a single case of typhoid fever. Nor has there been a single case of smallpox. Uncle Sam has all two brothers vaccinated against these two brothers and therefore is losing no lives due to typhoid and are clearly preventable. It should not be added, too, that the camps are kept so free from mosquitoes that only a few cases of malaria have been reported. Of course, they have no files. As is well known, both rats and squirrels spread bubonic plague. In 1912, from March to October, 29,544 squirrels in California; of these 902 or 3.05 per cent are infected with plague. From March to October of 1913, according to a recent issue of the Public Health Reports, 18,722 squirrels were shot on infected territories, of which 417 or 2.17 per cent were plague infected, a reduction of 53.7 per cent in the number of plague infected squirrels found, and 10.1 per cent while fewer squirrels were killed there were in 1912, yet the bunging was carried on in a more extensive way, more men being employed and a much larger territory covered. MRS. F. H. ARTIS ENTERTAINS Mrs. F. H. Artis, 927 East Forty-second place, entertained twenty-five indies at a seven-course dinner in honor of Mrs. Wilson. A. Jones, who left Tuesday for Los Angeles, Cal, for an extended stay. The ladies presented Mrs. Jones with a handsome gold bag as a token of remembrance. Mrs. George TJ Kersey made the presentation speech. HON. JOHN C. BUCKNER Improves in Great Struggle Against Illness. Dr. U. G. Dalley Shows Great Skill in Treating Him. For the past two weeks our old friend, Major John C. Buckner, has been battling for his existence with that grim and relentless enemy, sickness. Prior to his taking his bed the major had not been feeling well. In fact he had several months before be advised by his physician that he should stop all work and take a long rest, also he would some day come down in a heap. If the major has any thing it is necessary and perseverance, and he never knows what it is to handle. Hence he kept to his post of duty, serving faithfully both his government and his friends. Major Buckner early in the fall went to New York as Illinois special commissioner to the semi-centennial exhibition in commemoration of the emancipation of the colored people. As commissioner he served with honor and distinction. It was on this mission that the gallant officer captured a cold that was the beginning of the war. The temperate life he had led was greatly in his favor, although it required the greatest care and medical skill to pull him through. Just here a word might be said concerning his medical adviser. Dr. Dalley used his justly famed skill in bringing the major through. The doctor sometimes sat up all night to see that his patient had proper care and attention, and this was necessary, so extreme was the case. His friends of Major Buckner will be glad to know that he is gradually convalescing, and if his impulse continues his genial face will soon again be seen in his usual renders, states Dr. Dalley. MADAM H. H. BOGER Fine Art School Turns Out Many Successful Graduates. Madame H. H. B. Hoger, Chicago's noted facial masseuse, hair dresser and manicurist, is highly gratified over the results of the work accomplished by those who are specializing at her beauty parlor, 107 East Thirty-fifth street. Miss Bessie Harrison, 3509 Wabash avenue, graduated from Mme. Mirele School and accepted a position in Indiana University that is she is doing fine. Miss Louise Brown, 462 East Thirty-seventh street, a high-school graduate, has entered Mme. Boger's school and her work has been very satisfactory. Next week she expects to take a position of "companion" on one of the railroads running west, which requires a young woman to be a teacher and must know manicuring and hair dressing. Such a position pays $59 per month. Young women who have a knack for this kind of work and are well brained can secure positions that are worth while and lucrative. Mime. Boger's reputation for artistic work is known throughout the country and her school is one of the best in the country. Young women to acquire a trade that is both paying and lasting. THE CITY FEDERATION Several hundred women, composed of delegates from fifty clubs of the City Federation, met at Bethel A. M. E. Church Monday morning. The principal business of the morning was a discussion relative to erecting a monument to the memory of Mrs. Ida D. Hills, the president of the State Federation of the City Federation. At this meeting, short addresses were delivered by Mrs. Clara Johnson, the president of the City Federation; Mrs. Sarah Shepard of Peoria, Ill.; Mrs. Eva Monroe, president of the Lincoln Memorial Home for Colored Women at Springfield; Mrs. Julia Gibson, treasurer of the City Federation; Mrs. John C. Johnson, presidents and condolences were read from Danville, Rock Island, Jacksonville and Quincy. Several new clubs were received at this meeting. Fifty clubs read their reports of charitable work done in the city and county during the quarter. In the afternoon the principal speaker was Rev. D. H. Harris of Shiloh Baptist Church. Other speakers were Rev. J. Church, a member of the Old Folks' Home, and Mr. S. R. Johnson, the president of the Old Folks' Home, and Miss Jennie Lawrence, a member of the Phyllis Wheatley Home. DR. MCKISSICH A VISITOR. Dr. McKissick, formerly of this city but now of Mexico and a wealthy citizen of that country, is here visiting friends. He will be joined by his father-in-law. Dr. McKissick takes his meals with Mr. Willer Wilson of the hospital Doel Pratta. The doctor is very conversant on the Mexican situation. "Denon" Jones, one of Chicago's oldest detectives, has rounded out his twenty-fifth year as an officer of the law and will in a few days take a leave of absence for the Golden West. He will be gone six months. Returning, he may resign and draw half salary. Mr. Jones has a remarkable record as an officer—no better one on the force. Mr. Jones is married and lives in a comfortable home on the South Side. He has traveled for years with Officer Starks. Both are exemplary Christian gentlemen. NOTE—All matter, for publication should be addressed to the Defender, and not to Mr. R. S. Abbott. 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. Miss. Byrde De Lancy, 3632½ Forrest avenue, is visiting in the state of Wisconsin. She will return to Waukesha Monday of this week. She reports a delightful time. Miss Jennie Stokes and Mrs. Arthur Robinson, Thirty-seventh place and State street, will leave soon for Vancouver, B. C. Miss Alice Harper, Louisville, Ky., a teacher in the public schools, daughter of Attorney W. R. Harper, author of "Tallaboo," spent the Thanksgiving holidays in the city with her father, who was here to see his play staged at the Pekin theater. Miss Ida Patton of St. Louis, Mo., is in the city, the guest of Mrs. E. Herbert Hayes, 3761 Vernon avenue. Arrell Jones, the fast end on Lake high school football team, his rib broken in their out-of-town game. Thanksgiving Day. The team weighed the Lake high boys by tenteen pounds each. Lake was defended, 29 to 7. Jones is doing nicely. Mrs. Jessie Gillispie Herndon of lanta, Ga., is in the city for an in-late stay as the guest of her sister Miss Mary Gillispie of 421 East For second place. Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Turner, 3222 basin avenue, have returned to the after visiting at Mattoon, ill. M. Turner was there three weeks Mr. Turner a week. They were guests of Mrs. Turner's mother, M. M. Turner. Mrs. Albert Robinson, 3556 Rhodes avenue, entertained at 4 o'clock lunch-on Friday in honor of her mother, Mrs. Louise Gannett of Topeka, Kan. These present were Mrs. Milton Trice, Mrs. Maude Hill, Mrs. Toney Parish, Mrs. Eva Minor, Mrs. George Bradshaw, Mrs. John Gaskins, Mrs. Walter Tedford, Mrs. H. B. Heith and Mrs. Albert Lighthourn of Boston. Mrs. Robinson proved a charming hostess. Mrs. Gordon Handy, 5250 State street, arrived in our city after an absence of five years. She will be the guest of her father, Mr. Cyrus D. Bell, and Mrs. Johnson, her sister. Mrs. Della Neal, 5202 Wabash avenue, has returned home after a two weeks' visit to Kansas City and other points. The night before she left a club she founded when a girl, which still exists, gave her a ten-course banquet musical, the newest society stunt yet given. All communications for this paper must be addressed to The Chicago Defender and not to an individual, or they will not receive prompt attention. Mrs. Lida McClaim, mother of Mrs. J. Bish, F521 Wabash avenue, has been confined to her bed for the past ten days, suffering with rheumatism and a cold. She is slowly recovering. The Temples of Lady Elks attended divine services at Institutional church Sunday night. Rev. Carey preached. Talma Chapter No. 2, O. E. S., celebrated their anniversary at the Masonic hall last Friday night. J. E. Bish, past grand master of the United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of Mysterious Tens, called a meeting of that order at 2974 State street on November 29 to formulate plans for the purchase of a ball for the order. The reception given the grand officers of the United Brothers of Friendship and Sisters of Mysterious Tens at Masonic Hall Monday night was a grand affair. Welcome addresses were made by Mrs. Hattie Chapman, Ella Berry, R. E. Westbrooks and J. E. Bish; responded to by B. H. Lucas, D. G. M.; Hattie Sawyer, S. G. princess; C. E. H. Plackman, Jennie Lewis, Mamie C. H. Eliza Jackson, Rebecca Johnson, Laura Richardson and Katie Crosby. The prize entertainment given by Electa Chapter, No. 1, at Mrs. Lucky's residence, 5411 Federal street, Monday night was in every way a success. The committee in charge deserves great credit for the arrangements. The prizes were by Mrs. Lillie Foster and Mrs. Holloway. Mrs. L. B. White, 1655 Walnut street, was a visitor at the Defender office this week. She was on the South Side attending the Women's Federation at Bethle A. M. E. church. Mrs. White is an old resident of Chicago and an ardent admirer of the Defender. She has lived on the west side forty-two years. Mrs. Elnora Taylor gave a seven- course dinner at her suburban home for her daughter. Many friends were present, and much credit given the charming hostess. Miss Carita Day was the center of attraction at the Danabegay on Wednesday evening. To Be Raffled Off Wednesday Night. Through the kindness of Messrs. Shoecraft, McCain, Shoecraft and Avendorph the Winchester riff that has been on exhibition at the Pompei for several months and which was the property of the late Will H. Weller, will be raffled off Wednesday evening at 10 o'clock, December 10, at the Pompei. Those having chances are asked to be present. Mrs. H. F. Claven of Marquette, Mich., is in the city for an indefinite stay as the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Julius N. Avendorph, Mrs. Claven is en route south for the winter. Mrs. Julia Thompson and daughter, Miss Grace, who were the guests of Mr. Thompson's mother at Berlamont, Mich., during Thanksgiving week, returned home last Saturday. The Defender has received an invitation to attend the second annual dancing party of the Delsart Athletic Club. Jesse Binga, Banker REAL ESTATE Southeast Cor. State and 36th Place Auto 71-766-Douglas 1565 RESIDENCE FOR SALE. $5,000—Forestville Ave. near 41th St. 9 rooms, hardwood floors throughout, electric lights, steam heat. Terms to suit. $4,500—36th St. and Langley Ave. 9 rooms, hardwood floors, furnace heat. A beautiful place. $3,000—Residence, 38th St. and Langley Ave. 10 rooms, furnace heat, $300 cash, balance to suit. FOR RENT. $45—2618 Forest Ave. 10 rooms, steam heat, residence. $60—2618 Prattle Ave. 14 rooms, steam heat, residence. $10—2816 La Salle St. 6 rooms, stove heat, flat 1. $10—2816 W. Salle St. 6 rooms, stove heat, flat 2. $23—573 Lafayette Ave. 6 rooms, glove heat, flat 2. Farrell Jones, the fast end on the Lake high school football team, had a rib broken in their out-of-town game Thanksgiving Day. The team outweighed the Lake high boys by seventeen pounds each. Lake was defeated, 29 to 7. Jones is doing nicely. Mrs. Jessie Gillispie Herndon of Atlanta, Ga., is in the city for an indie-stay as the guest of her sister, Miss Mary Gillispie of 421 East Forty-second place. Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Turner, 3232 Wash avenue, have returned to the city after visiting at Mattoon, Ill. Mrs. Turner was there three weeks and Mr. Turner a week. They were the guests of Mrs. Turner's mother, Mrs. M. M. Parker. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Spencer of Woodstock, Ill., were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Solomon Thanksgiving at 3032 La Salle street. Mr. James Wiley of Pittsburg, Pa., who was here as the guest of Miss Garnetta Tibbs and stopped at the Y. M. C. A., was suddenly called home on account of the illness of his mother, who died before he reached home. Miss Helen Jackson entertained at whilst in honor of a few friends on Thanksgiving evening. Miss Helen served a delicious luncheon. Reports are she prepares a sumptuous meal now. Dr. M. A. Majors, 4509 State street, Phone Oakland 4662; Auto 73058. Mrs. C. P. Gannaway, Lafayette, Ind., who has been the guest of Mrs. B. P. Moseley and Mrs. Isaac Jefferys, left Thursday for her home. She was in the city a week. Mrs. Lue Garret of Topeka, Kan., visited in the city recently, the guest of Mrs. J. H. Carter, 2663 Federal street, and Mrs. Arthur Robinson, 3556 Rhodes avenue. Mr. F. R. Danton and Mrs. M. Danton Roberts, 3631 Calumet avenue, have for their guest during the holidays Mrs. George Bates of Springfield, III. Mr. Lloyd Hall, a senior pharmacy student of Northwestern University, spent Thanksgiving vacation with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hall, in Aurora, III. While there he proved a very entertaining host to Messrs. J. Deloshn Bell and Samuel Fielding of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. James H. Carter, 2968 Federal street, were the guests of Mrs. A. Robinson, 3556 Rhodes avenue, for Thanksgiving dinner. Charles Taylor spent Thanksgiving visiting friends in Aurora. INFORMATION — Wedding announcements, $1.50; wedding write-ups, $5 and up; card of thanks, $1.50 and up; in memoriam, $1.50; business announcements, $1.50 and up. Everything paid in advance. Hon. Adelbert Roberts of the municipal court gave an admirable address Thanksgiving evening at the Third Baptist church, Aurora. While in Aurora he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Hall. Mrs. Gertrude Moore left the city this week for Peoria, Springfield and other points in the state. She will be gone indefinitely. Dr. M. A. Majors, 4509 State street, Phone Oakland 4662; Auto 73058. Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Carey will celebrate their twentieth wedding anniversary on Thursday evening, December 11, at 914 Emerson street, Evanson, Ill. The Defender acknowledges the invitation. Miss Mabel Smith, 3850 Dearborn street, who is located at Indianapolis, Ind., as stenographer for the Freeman, was in the city on Thanksgiving Day to visit her mother, Mrs. H. S. Smith. She will return on January 1, 1914. Mrs. Alice Brooks Dorsey entertained her immediate friends on Thanksgiving Day. It is reported that Miss Marion Brown of Tuskegee Institute, Ala., will spend the Christmas holidays in Chicago. She may be accompanied by Miss Marguerite Hodges, an expert stenographer of the secretary's office. Mrs. J. H. Holmes, 3829 Vernon avenue, is visiting her cousin, Mr. and Mrs. R. Dennis, 1911 Lincoln street, Minneapolis. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel McCracken entertained Mr. James J. James Wednesday evening with cards. A delicious luncheon was served. Miss Kate Leach, 3510 Prairie avenue, entertained her friends with a Thanksgiving dinner, Mr. J. C. Boulden being guest of honor. iga, Banker ESTATE ate and 36th Place Douglas 15b5 SALE. 3-flat brick bldg., 7-7-7 rooms, stove modern, up-to-date. at brick bldg., 7-7-7 rooms, up-to-date. pay payments. at stone bldg., steam heat, 7-7-7 rooms, snap, imp. up to date. 3-flat stone bldg., steam heat, 7-7-7 stached. Payments to suit. flat, stone bldg., 7-7-7 rooms. Modern, 9 rooms, hardwood floors throughout, 1. Terms to suit. rooms, hardwood floors, furnace heat. A ley Ave. 10 rooms, furnace heat, $300 RENT. steam heat, residence. steam heat, residence. love heat, flat 1. am heat, flat 3. stove heat, flat 2. FOR SALE. FOR RENT. All matter sent to this office must be mailed with a two-cent stamp. If otherwise it will not be given consideration. Dr. Daniel H. Williams is spending a week in southern Illinois hunting quail and prairie chickens. The doctor is a marksman of some note. Mr. E. D. Cunningham of Dublin, Ga., is taking beauty culture from Madam Johnson. Mr. W. Pompey of St. Louis, Mich., is visiting his daughter, Mrs. H. M. Jeffries on South May street. Mr. Samuel Prather and family have returned from Columbus, Ohio, and will make their home here again. Miss Adah Taylor, a popular young lady from Richmond, Ind., is visiting in the city and is the guest of her uncle, Mr. Wm. Wright, 4111 Federal street. Mrs. G. W. Hopsen of 3571 Rhodes avenue entertained last week in honor of Mrs. James Butler. A very pleasant evening was spent concluding with a four-course dinner. Alma Temple No. 78, I. M. T., meeting at Johnson's hall last Monday evening, held their annual election of officers, also an initiation of four persons, one a promising physician. Two distinguished guests were present. An abundant supply of refreshments were served. Mrs. Bessie Williams has again returned to the city and is residing at 5142 Wabash avenue. Mrs. Nora E. Lee of 5259 Dearborn street returned home from Urbana, Ill., Sunday evening after spending Thanksgiving week with her friend, Mrs. Carolyn Brewer. She reports a splendid time and is much reasted. She can be found at her studio every day now until Christmas. Mrs. Mattie Fry Harris of Louisville, Ky., is in the city on a visit. NOTICE. All matter, especially, lengthy articles, must be typewritten or they cannot receive consideration for publication. All matter must be written plainly, legibly and on one side of the paper. CLUBS AND SOCIETIES FREDERICK DOUGLASS CENTER 3032 Wabash Avenue. Sunday afternoon, December 7, at 4 p. m., Mrs. George Bass, president of the Chicago Woman's Club, will speak on "The Work of Woman's Clubs." A special invitation is extended to all the clubs of the city. Mrs. Eva Jenifer will lead the discussion which will follow. Miss Blanch Logan will give a vocal solo. Saturday morning at 10 a. m. the classes in domestic science will meet. Tuesday evening, December 9, at 8 p. m., the Child Culture Club meets. The program is in charge of the president, Mrs. Irene Goins. CLUBS' ESSAY CONTEST. Quinn Chapel Church is putting on gala attire for the great essay contest to be held there on Sunday afternoon, December 14, at 3 o'clock sharp. The following clubs have appointed representatives: University Society, Bethel Literary Club, Criterion Club, Lo Gos Literary Club, Star Literary Club, St. Mark's Lyeum, Tuskegee Club, Negro Fellowship League. Each club has also appointed two young ladies who will act as ushers on this occasion. This is expected to be the greatest literary and society event ever held in Chicago. Come early if you want a good seat. Admission free. RESEARCH CLUB This club, composed of Dr. Harry Garnes, Cary B. Lewis, W. H. Terrell, Walter Anderson and Dr. Jones, will hold its regular meeting at the dining room Del Pratta. After hearing a discourse on the young men of the race who are accomplishing things, a special luncheon will be served by Mrs. Wilson, Chicago's best home cooking artist. Dr. McKissick will be special guest, also Mr. Alfred Anderson. Mr. Lewis will be the host. . THE ASSEMBLY CLUB. Leaders of Chicago society were out on Tuesday evening at Oakland Music Hall to be present at the first dance of the Assembly Club of the season of 1913-1914. One hundred business and professional men, their wives and sweethearts were there and danced to their hearts' content with the joyous strains of music from Prof. Garfield Wilson's augmented orchestra. While the affair was informal and the men so dressed, the ladies were out in beautiful gowns, the very latest styles from Paris. The dancing party began at 9 o'clock and lasted until 1 a. m. The Assembly Club has been recently organized with Mr. Joseph Brent president and Dr. Delos Bell secretary, and the affairs are in the hands of a governing committee. The one hundred members have paid up in full, which entitles each to escort his wife or company at two more dances to follow, with an outing to be planned for the coming summer. TUSKEGEE CLUB. Mr. Rhea, associate editor of the Illinois Idea, will address the club on the fourth Sunday in this month. Mr. Rhea will speak on journalism and it is expected to be one of the best talks that the club has yet heard. MATRIMONY CLUB. The Matrithony Club met this week and took in Dr. U. G. Dalley as a member. Dr. H. Reginald Smith was also made a member. The advisability as to what shall be a good present for Dr. Thorne was the topic of discussion, he being the first member of the organization to "get on" these hard times, a very expensive present will be given him and his little "wily." THE CHICAGO DEFENDER IDEAL WOMAN'S CLUB. The Ideal Woman's Club met at the home of Mrs. Martha Crushaw, 3807 Wabash avenue. A paper was read by Mrs. McDuggal on "Should the Husband Carry the Pocketbook" a very interesting subject, and was open for discussion. Several visitors were present. After the meeting the hostess served a delightful luncheon. Dec. 5 the club will be the guest of Mrs. Porter, 7226 Wentworth avenue.—Mrs. B. Everage, president; Mrs. A. Jones, secretary. PEERLESS CLUB. The Perless Club held their regular meeting Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the residence of Mr. Robert Pearmon, 3753 Forest avenue. The meeting was well attended and much business was transacted concerning the club's coming events. After the meeting Mr. Pearmon served the boys a delicious club lunch, after which interesting games of whist were played. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mr. Raymond Green.—Robert Pearmon, president; Harry Greenlee, secretary. AMERICAN ROSE CLUB. The American Rose Art Club No. 5 was beautifully entertained by Mrs. Lucille Linsey, $555 Aberdeen street, Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. Lovely lunchon was served. This being literary day was laid aside and a beautiful program was rendered. Solo, Mrs. W. B. Cantrill; reading, Mrs. Mildred Williams; paper, Mrs. Emma Mallord Dyson; remarks, Mrs. Ellen Kenney, president. We adjourned at 4 p.m. to meet with Mrs. Carrie Hawkins, 4027 Armour avenue, December 3. HARMONY CLUB. The Harmony Club met at Mrs. F. Smith's, 5525 Grove avenue, November 24, and was royally entertained. Election of officers was held and resulted as follows: President, Mrs. Maud Craig; first vice president, Mrs. Juanita Duncan; second vice president, Mrs. Jessie Harris; recording secretary, Mrs. Viola Bowman; corresponding secretary, Mrs. Nora Branch; chaplain, Mrs. Roxen Roney; treasurer, Mrs. Mattie Alford. ALPHA PHI ALPHA FRATERNITY Members of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity at present residing in Chicago gave a smoker at the Carter Villa, 3256 Rhodes avenue, Friday evening, November 21, to the male students attending the Northwestern, Illinois and Chicago universities and as a result of which is forecast a great future for Theta Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, composing the three universities above mentioned. There were members present representing almost half of the various universities in which the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity has established chapters. Never before has there been in the city of Chicago so large a gathering of college graduates and undergraduates in such a capacity and with so much enthusiasm over the opportunity of meeting and associating with each other as college men, each student realizing the need of a closer association as college men and a better knowledge of one another, which they would not have had had it not been for this "little get together." The Alpha Phi Alpha men who spoke in behalf of their chapters were Messrs. C. A. Callis, A. B., Cornell University 16, University of Chicago, Alpha Chapter, also a founder of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity; John H. Lewis, A. B., Yale University, Zata Chapter 16, University of Chicago; Julius C. Judkins, Epsilon Chapter, U. of Michigan 14, Law N. W. U.; Reuben C. McCoulough, A. B., Wilberforce University; Mu Chapter, U. of Minnesota 14, Law N. W. U.; Dr. Gordon Jackson, B. S., Beloit, M. D. U. of Illinois, Theta Chapter; W. E. Burton, Dentistry, 13, N. W. U. Theta Chapter; Joseph H. N. Jones, A. B. Oberlin, 14; Rush Medical, Epsilon Chapter; Dr. A. C. Brown, A. B. Fish University, D. D. S. of Illinois, 10; W. E. Carson, B. S., Ohio State, 77 Rush Medical, Kapa Chapter; Dr Norwood Thorn, D. D. S., Ohio State, Epsilon Chapter; Geo. A. Mindy, Law U. of C., Epsilon Chapter; Lowell Johnston, Epsilon, Michigan. Guests present: H. Blinga Desmond, '18, U of; C. Aaron Day, '17, U of; C. Loyd A. Hall, '14, N. W U, A. Wayne Brooks, '14, N. W U; Paul V. Crosswail, '14, N. W U; Julian Lewis, M. A., U of, I, '15, U of; W. V. Garrett, '17, N. W U; W. H. Sheridan, '16, N. W U; Edwin Chestnut, B. R., Harvard, '16, N.W.U; William Dawson, B. A., Fisk, '15, Kent Law; Robert N. Arthurton, B. A., Fisk, '15, U of Illinois; J. V. Jordon, '14, N. W U; A. H. Stuth, B. A, Fisk, '16, Ch. Col. of Dentistry; R. H. Gilliam, '14, Law N. W; Lincoln Norwood, '17, P. & S.; H. L. Bell, '16, N. W. U. S. Q. J. CLUB. Mrs. Nellie, Codozoe, 5329 Wahash avenue, was hostess on last Saturday afternoon to the S. Q. J. Whist Club. An elaborate luncheon was served at 2 p. m., followed by a close game at which the bi-monthly prizes were awarded to Mrs. Mayme Clinkscale, first, and Mrs. Lutie Turner, second. Mesdames V. Gibson, M. Triplett and E. Crump were guests. POINSETTA EMBROIDERY Met with Mrs. Pauline Lyman on last Monday from 2 to p. m. The club will entertain at a series of whist at the Washington Club parlors. Friday, December 12, is the date of the first, from 2 to 5 p. m. All ladies are cordially invited. The Poinsettia meets next Monday with Mrs. Mitchel, 3728 Forest avenue.-Hattie Fumbanks, president; Mme. T. E. Butler, instructor. Had another delightful meeting December 1 at the beautiful home of Miss Emma McGowans, 4735 Evans avenue. They transaction some very important business. BUSINESS LEAGUE. Negro Business Men's League will meet at Bethel Literary Club Sunday, December 7, at 4 p. m. Rev. Anthony Overton will speak on "The Negro and What is the Matter with Him." Regular meeting Wednesday, December 17, at Y. M. C. A., 28th street and South Wabash avenue. Business man, why not connect yourself with the Business League? CLOVER LEAF. The Clover Leaf Pleasure Club of Lake Forest was entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Ellis Tuesday evening. Progressive whist was the feature of the evening. A dainty luncheon was served by the hostess, after which the prizes were awarded: First ladie' prize, Mrs. Eva Ellis; second, Minna Slaughter; third, Mrs. Genevieve Coleman; fourth (booby), Mrs. Wailen; first gentlemen's prize, Mr. Will Rice; second, Mr. Billie Slaughter; third, Mr. Jack Reed. It is a real pleasure to be a guest at the Ellis mansion. Mr. Ellis is one of the most charming ladies of the millionaire town. Mrs. Genevieve Coleman will entertain next week. VOLUNTEERS' CLUB The Volunteer 'Workers' Charity Club met at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth McDonald, 6130 Ada street. The ladies made appropriations to give the inmates of the Old Folk's Home, 510 West Garfield boulevard, their annual Christmas presents, and also to furnish the poor children their Christmas tree, the same as they did last year. Each child will be given toys, nuts, candies and also supplied with clothes as far as possible. The Volunteer Workers will take their month—April—of the Calendar Club in connection with the City Federation. Mrs. McDonald took the ladies through the Louise Home for Boys. She deserves much credit for the way the house is kept and the excellent training of the children. After the meeting the hostess served luncheon and Miss Jefferson furnished a musical program. Nina T. Tires. CHEVALIER CLUB. The Chevallier Club met Wednesday, December 3d at the residence of Mr. Earl Blivens, 3131 La Salle street. The full club was out and an extensive business was transacted. Mr. Blivens, essayist, furnished an educational article. A whist league was formed to stimulate the interest in whist. Mr. Murphy Wilbert presided as president. The next meeting of the club will be at the home of Mr. Deshon Jones, 9 West 35th street, December 17. WAYS AND MEANS. Society of Grace Presbyterian Church will meet at the residence of its president, Mrs. Clara E. Studymire, 445 E. 32d street, Monday evening, Dec. 8th, 1913, at p. m. Mrs. Martha B. Mitchell, secretary. T. E. BUTLER, NO MORE. At the City Federation when convened at Bethel Church Monday afternoon, the name of T. E. Butler Club was changed to Eureka, of which Mrs. Lou Ella Young is president. The Progressive Negro League met and was entertained by Miss Sadie Alexander and Mrs. Minnie L. Gordon last Sunday afternoon, at 3001 Vernon avenue. During the afternoa a fine program was rendered including solos, duets, readings and short addresses. The next meeting will be or Sunday afternoon, the 14th, place to be designated. Mr. Ira B. Moseley, the president of the club, is very active and is doing great good for the young people. SERGT. TUCKER OF LOCAL NO. 208. Member of Local No. 208, American Federation of Musicians, are rejoicing over the promotion of James B. Tucker to a sergeant on the Chicago police force. Sergeant Tucker won his promotion in the competitive civil service examination. He has a splendid record and his commanding officer commends very highly. Sergeant Tucker has been the treasurer of Local No. 208 for six years. He is a Mason, a member of the 8th I. N. G. band and a music composer of merit. He resides at 3654 Forest avenue. THE REFORMERS. New Era Ft. 6130 met on Monday evening and made one new member and received the application for three more. Lake Forest Ft. 2665 received some applications on Tuesday night, as did other fountains in the city of Chicago. Mr. C. R. Burdett, a member of Chicago Hope Ft. 1470, the oldest fountain in the city, died Wednesday and was buried Friday at noon from the Hermon Baptist Church. The True Reformer exercises were conducted by Chief M. T. Bailey. The funeral sermon was delivered by Rev. A. L. Harris, the pastor of the church. A large number of the membership, as well as True Reformers, were present. Mrs. Lou Ella Young, president of the Rosebud department of the West, who has spent about four weeks in Metropolis, III, has just buried her mother and will spend some time in Missouri with relatives before returning to the city. The Rosebud department of Lake Forest is making preparations for the festival on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 16th and 17th, at the First Baptist Church. A delegation of True Reformers will accompany Chief M. T. Bailey, over the Northwestern on Wednesday evening, at which time several persons from Chicago will take part on the programme. Revenue From Mushrooms. 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It is a compliment to Mr. Fountaine and the race to be so honored. His career reads like a novel. He started in life as a waiter at the Tip Top Inn. His intelligence attracted Mr. O'Brien, and he was given a place at the art galleries. He spent his leisure hours painting. He saw the light; nature gave him the spirit and he began to use the brush. He conquered obstacles. He received instruction and began sketching country life with freshness and vitality, most of it revealed in landscape in its tender moods. He is an artist to the finger tips, and he carries his artistry into everything Mr. B. E. Fountaine's Masterpiece the "Art" Magazine that he attempts, he it ever so humble. He has made rapid strides, and is only 44 years of age, and there are many yet to come in which to show more of his God-given talent and artistic ability. For the benefit of The Defender readers we reproduce his spending list. JOTTINGS THEATRICAL AND OTHERWISE. The Grand. It is said that the violin comes nearer the human voice than any other instrument, and that was amply exemplified by Tom Kerr, who appeared at the Grand theater this week. To say he was clever with the instrument would be putting it mildly. He kept the audience in a roar of laughter with his seeming violin talk, and the sweetness and rhythm of his playing brought out generous applause. The Standard Brothers, acrobats, were good in their line of work, presenting one or two novelties that took well. Josh Dreano and Company was the nearest thing—without being one—to a skit presented. Usually at this house some sterling little playlet is presented and it was truly missed in this bill. Miller, Packer and Selz in a talking and singing skit put over some neat comedy work, and their work could be easily recognized as that of finished artists. White's Comedy Circus closed the bill. This pony, dog and donkey act was especially amusing to the children and even the older ones like to return at times to their younger days. It was the usual Grand bill, which means that it was good. The Star. The "Star Theater," one of the new additions to our "Stroll" playhouses, located at Thirty-ninth and State Sts., is easily accessible to all. It is owned and operated by W. J. Riley, one of our most promising young business men and a general all around good fellow. There is no question in the world but what it will jump into immediate popularity. And why not? It has everything to recommend it—cozy and homelike, comfortable seats, tastefully decorated and has one of the most perfect heating and ventilating systems to be found in the city, and then three and four reels of first-run pictures are shown with appropriate music, all of this for five cents. Is it to be wondered at that they are playing to overflow houses at each performance? Mr. Riley is to be congratulated and we predict the new Star will be a howling success. Coming Soon. The Williams Jubilee Company will be here, December 29, at Institutional A. M. E. church, for the benefit of Lincoln Memorial Presbyterian church. Make no engagement for that evening. See ad in The Defender. Tallaboo at the Pekin The noble and inspiring play, Tallaboo, was at the Pekin Theater a week ago and played to good houses, although the weather was bad throughout the week. The work of each player was highly appreciated. Among those who took leading part and acquitted themselves well were Mrs. Lacey, Mrs. Neillestone Lane, Fannie Hall Clint, Miss Bettiola on, Mrs. Clara Huchlsson, Mrs. Alda Cunningham, Mr. Dunham, Mr. George Hutchinson, A. G. Simms, George Ganawdy, Sim Walls and others. Mr. N. R. Harper, author of the play, was here to see it staged. Tallahoo will take the road, playing at Columbus, Louisville, Kansas City, St. Louis and the West to the coast, playing 20 weeks. Mrs. Jennie Lacey has absolute right to stage the play. It is a big triumph in her career, for it will mean work for fifteen people. It will be the first play that has gone out from Chicago since Alfred Anderson's "Captain Rufus," which left for New York. One, of the leading spirits in the company was Mr. Ganaway and The Defender takes great pleasure in presenting the company to its many readers, and urging them to see Tallaboo. It has been a monster success in Chicago and stood the critical test of the leading intelligent theatergoers and writers, now they are ready to go other places. If it comes your way see it without fail. Cast of Tallaboo. Mrs. Fanny Hall Clint, Mrs. Lorain housekeeper; Mrs. Nellie Stone Lane, Tallaboo; Mr. George Hutchisson, Banker Smithford; Mr. A. G. Simms, Comedian Sam; Mr. G. F. Ganaway Rev. Gregory Crawford-Shellman; Mrs. A. Dumm, Grace, the cook; Mrs. George Hutchisson, vice president of Yorkville Charity Club; Miss Betiola Fortson, Arvella; Mr. Olivier, Chapman smithford; Mrs. Harper, the objecting member; Mr. Sims Walk, Chas Huss; James Fortson, Komkil; Mrs are as seen on the front page of one for December. Cummings, maid; Mrs. Jennie Lacey the Mother. ECHOES FROM AFAR OF MME PATTIE BROWN'S SING-TELL PLAY CO. Thursday, Nov. 20, 1913. Miss Garner opened the program with a piano solo, in which she displayed a complete mastery of the instrument. Mr. Garner's tenor voice is sweet and mellow, and he executed his piece in a most accomplished manner. Mme. Brown's singing is a sort of second nature, the audience were convinced they were listening to a vocalist far above the ordinary run of artists in the line. Her auditors could not but succumb to her all-conquering manner. Mr. Wyatt Houston is an efficient violinist, and the music which he drew forth from the strings was just soul-stirring—The Cleaner, Thursday, November 20, 1913. Miss Lyllyn Browne and Prof. William De Mont, sketch artists, went to Wilson, N. C., Sunday, to open an engagement at the Globe theater. Their southern itinerary will cover about four weeks, after which they will appear at the Howard theater here. This is a team that studies and is consequently in demand by houses looking for something new. T. Spender Finley is "cleaning up" this week at the Dudley theater. He may manage the new house of the Lincoln Amusement Company at Cincinnati. The local admirers of S. H. Dudley are arranging a complimentary dinner in his honor, to be given one evening this week at a popular cafe. Dr. Manshel Childs is directing the affair. Frank Brown showed marked cleverness as a character actor last Saturday night in a try-out of Robert Harlan's thrilling playlet, entitled "The Speculator." It is a mixture of tragedy and comedy, and has a number of situations that call for dramatic ability of the highest order, Mr. Brown in the triple role of "The Speculator," a Jew and an Italian displayed a versatility that merits unstinted praise. Dr. C. A. Miller, Robert Harlan and J. E. Davis handled the other characters in excellent style. The piece is to be presented for an entire week, by arrangement with Manager Thomas of the Howard. The premier comedian, S. H. Dudley, and his famous mule "Patrick" are drawing crowded houses this week at the Howard theater, Washington, D. C. Mr. Dudley is being supported by Mr. William Ramsay, one of the cleverest "straight men" on the stage. Others on the big Howard bill are "The Two Sweets," who captured the crowd last week; Edward Tolliver and Madame Cassell, two musical geniuses, and an attractive line of feature pictures. AN OPPORTUNITY FOR SERVICE Mr. Frank P. George and Mr. Joe Shoecraft, two of Chicago's most popular promoters, could do a great and kind service if they would during the Christmas holidays secure some vaudeville talent and entertain the prisoners in the county jail. Will they do it? RUBE FOSTER IN VAUDEVILLE "Rube" Foster, the world's greatest pitcher, has fallen for the glare of the footlights. Like Chief Bender, Doc White, Rubie Marquard and others, he will have a baseball monologue, sing a little song and do a little "get over Sallie" stunt and will call at the box office the week end for a fat envelope. With Rube's popularity Mr. Foster ought to make a big hit. W. H. Smith will be his manager, getting the best houses in the country. BROWN AND HODGES HERE. Brown and Hodges are at the Ashland theater this week, with big time to follow. WISE AND MILTON Wise and Milton are the first two colored teams to play in China. They are two clever artists. They have made lots of friends and their stay will be indefinite. THE GRIFFIN SISTERS. The Griffin Sisters have opened a theatrical agency at 3159 State street with Jerry Mills as manager. "MY FRIEND FROM KENTUCKY." "My Friend from Kentucky" is still having a big run in New York City. MADAME A. H. WHITE. Mme. Annette Herron White wishes to announce that she is not a newcomer, as stated in Daneebegay writeup last week, but has traveled in concert and vaudeville since 1908. Owing to small attendance and open house, she, too, was forced to believe she was attending a parlor recital, but hopes that the manager will extend courtesy at next Daneebegay and not continue seating patrons during the rendering of numbers. THE PULLMAN PORTERS. John M. Eshleman, president of the California Railroad Commission, said that the Pullman Company paid its porters inadequate wages, and expected them to eke out a living from the generosity of the public. We heartily agree with him, yet many states and the Traveling Men's Protective Association are using every effort to stop the custom. The porter who is on the road for two or three nights and days, making a trip, must have something to eat. When he arrives at the end of his run he must have a place to stop, for which he must pay; his room and board at each end costs on an average of $10 a month, his meals en route are much more; the loss of linen and the penalties placed on him for infractions of the company's rules amount to about $1 more. All of this comes out of $27 salary per month. Where must his money come from to buy uniform and his supplies and laundry? He must have clothes other than the Pullman uniform, where can they get them unless the public gives them tips? The ticket agent or the conductor collects the fares, he handles none of the company's money. Where is he to get his living except from the public? If the courteous treatment and service rendered by the overworked porter is worth nothing to the traveling public then he should not be given tips. Deprive him of this source of revenue and take the treatment he gives. IN GLORIOUS POMP OF WAR Might and Terror Seemingly Incar- nate With the Winged Hus- sars of Poland. Silk and satin, fur and velvet had given away to shimmering metal, to plumed helmet and the pelt of bear and wolf; instead of the warm glow of precious stones, flashed the cold glint of naked steel, in place of caftan, cloak and loose trousers, one saw breast-plate, loin guard and pelisse. And here were faces curiously still under the curved ear-pieces, and here were bodies sheathed in plumage and the skins of wild beasts. Yet this was not enough. For to the roll of kettle-drums, the swirl of fifes behold quartan, dragoon and reiter care the hussar, mounted and pennoned lance at rest. These men sat their heavy horses, their lances made a frest, and from their shoulders rose the famous "wings." Sufficiently a j endl in themselves, they had adoed this last touch of splendor. From their shoulders, as in the reliefs of ancient Egypt, rose great wings—the rustling of them filled the theater. Might and terror were incarnate in these warriors. What foo could stand before the awful sibilance of their onrush, this apparition of something inconceivably monstrous, yet inconceivably superb? War had fired this people to new improvisations that ended in a grandeur reaching to the epic, the sublime. The other nations had but dreamed of war gods buoyed on the spread of carved and painted wings; the Pole dared to attempt them in his line of battle, to embody them, to be them. Over this army floated Poland eagle, white upon its blood-red ground. A bishop raised the sacred relics and the cross and gave his blessing. Plainly, without music, the front ranks kneeling, the mounted men behind, rose a solemn chant of male voices. It was the hymn made for Sobieski's legions when they marched to Vienna.—Albert Kinrose, in Scribner's Magazine His Opinion. Bill (reading)—"Here's a guy just went crazy, that never used terbacker or liquor or played cards." Hank—"He didn't went,' Bill—he allers wuz!"—Kansas City Star. To Keep Your Dog Well. I lseed all once a week is a great help to keeping a dog in good condition. For a grown dog use one teaspoon; for a puppy, one half. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER LUCK OF THE GAMBLER SPECULATION A MARKED TRAIT OF HUMAN CHARACTER. Stock Broker's Observations in His Business Have Revealed to Him the Willingness There is to "Take a Chance." "It is one of the inexplicable traits of human nature," remarked a stock broker recently to the Spokane Spokesman-Review, "to grab at a possibility in preference to a sure thing which is limited in the power of paying substantial dividends. We might illustrate this by inverting the saying into this: 'A bird in the bush is worth two in the hand,' providing the elusive bird in the bush has sufficiently brilliant and rare plumage. "I find this to be the case almost invariably in my business. Of course, the persons that I deal with have, for the most part, a strain of gambler's blood in them; naturally they are reckless, for those two words are synonymous in character. "If I am selling stocks of two kinds, one the 'might be great' and the other 'proved fair and safe,' I can always sell the former stock with comparative ease, while the other (a conservative investment) will go begging, so to speak. "It is not only the unsuspecting widow who falls into the snare of these failures, either; often the catch consists of a careful business man. It does not necessarily mean that because a venture falls, however, it was not organized with good intentions. But good intentions do not make success. "The case of an unsophisticated young man comes to my mind now which demonstrates the queer trait of grabbing at a phantom of gold in preference to that of one of 'yard wide wool.' "He wanted to make an investment. "Here are some industrial bonds," I said, 'that are just the thing for a young man; something that is as safe as government bonds. Although they pay only 5½ per cent, you have years enough before you to wait until you have gotten back your original investment and then you will have a figurative tree still bearing fruit. That will be a clear profit." "But he demurred. "No,' he said crestfallenly. 'I don't want anything of that sort; I want something that will go with a smash and a bang!" "Which way? I asked, smiling. "Why,' his voice wavered, 'the right way, of course. Haven't you something that might make a capitalist out of me overnight?" "Of course, I am in business to sell people what they want, but it sort of went against my grain to see the young fellow's hard earned money—the first always is—go into something which might more likely than not prove to be a rank fasco. "If that is what you wish,' I said, I have some stock in a much touted mine, yet in its embryonic state. The reports are glowing; you may double your investment, perhaps triple it, before a year passes. But I warn you 'all is not gold that glitters.'" "Great! he exclaimed ecstatically, with the care free exuberance of youth, 'that's what I want.'" "Well, to shorten a story, he got it. The result was the rule and not the exception. No, he isn't a fool exactly; he merely has an oversupply of that same characteristic which courses through us all, more or less, to angle for a whale in preference to a trout." Stopped His Talking Skipped the taking. Li Hung Chang tells us in his reminiscences that when he visited Russia he was much impressed by the precautions that were taken against the assassination of members of the imperial family. He says, "I do not think I would like to exchange positions with the czar, even to have the fine czarina as wife and my choice of the rarest tea." The fine old Chinaman had at least the gallantry to put the wife before the tea, but one would like to know his actual estimate of the relative values. But Li Hung Chang himself was not wholly a stranger to the assassin. He continues: "Once in Tientsin a low fellow came into my courtyard and told the banner captain that he intended taking my life. He had a long piece of wire, and said he was going to hang me to my own gateposts. I had to have his head cut off before he would stop talking." Happy China, where it is possible to cut off a man's head in order to stop him from talking. And yet we say that the Chinese are lacking in civilization. Following His Trade. Speechless with wrath, a little man was ushered into the dock. An ornament of the police force had found him loitering about and had arrested him as a suspicious character. "What were you doing at the time of your arrest?" asked the weary magistrate. "Simply waiting!" spluttered the prisoner. "What were you waiting for?" "My money." "Who owed you the money?" "The man I had been waiting for!" "What did he owe it to you for?" "For waiting!" The magistrate took his glasses off and glared at the prisoner. "Do not jest with me," he said. "Now tell me, have you a trade?" "Of course I have!" "Then what is it?" "I earn my living waiting. You see, I'm a waiter!" The Class in English The editor at the Wisconsin experiment station, desiring a complete reference library of the resources of the state, sent a circular letter to the horticultural, dairying and other agricultural organizations of Wisconsin asking for copies of their "last reports." Most of them came all right, but one organization wrote: "Our last report, we hope, is not yet published, but we take pleasure in sending under separate cover a copy of our latest report." THE MUSIC GROUP INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH, 3825 Dearborn Street MONDAY, DEC. 29, 1913 Under the Auspices of the Woman's Missionary Union of the Lincoln Memorial Congregational Church. General Admission 35c Reserved Seats 50c Tables can be reserved now for New Years 346 EAST 35TH ST. OPP. GRAND BLVD. CHICAGO JOE SHOECRAFT MANAGER GRAND OPENING De Luxe Dancing Academy Good Music-Best of Order Wednesday Evening - December 10, 1913 8 P.M. to 1 A.M. Mr. Charles (Mike) Williams, formerly connected with the Douglas Club Dancing Academy, wishes to announce to his many friends his new venture and feels that, after they have visited the Academy once, they will continue to come to this College of the Light Fantastic. Mr. Wm. Haskins (the world's greatest dancer) will be Mike's assistant. Special instruction from 8 to 9 p.m., teaching all the latest dances to date. It does not matter how you look when you enter our doors, you then "look good to us" and if you are not a dancer our instructors will only go glad to teach you. Ask the man with the badge (instructor) to teach you. Report any neglect to Mr. Williams. Union Masonic Hall, 40th and State Sts. 25c General Admister The New Grand Continuous Vaudeville and Moving Pictures 3110-12 State St., Chicago, Ill. Performers Send in Your Open Time Orchestrations written, songs taken from voice, acts written and rehearsed. Mail orders given prompt attention. Send eighteen cents in stamps for any late opular songs. DROPPING ALL COLORED MAIL TOTERS. Little Rock, Ark., Dec. 5.—The discriminating and segregating policy of the national Democratic policy enunciated by the Wilson administration has left its blinktight effect in this city, and as a result two very efficient Negro federal employees have been reduced. In the post office here the superintendent and assistant superintendent of letter carriers were both colored. The new Democratic postmaster, emulating the example of the department heads at Washington, reduced both of these employees to the grade of letter carriers and promoted white letter carriers to their places, solely on the ground of color. There is still remaining one colored clerk in the post office here, and he is anticipating a dmotion to carrier any day and the promotion of a white carrier to his position. Pagan's Advice. Begin the morning by saying to thy-self, I shall meet with the busy-body, the ungrateful, the arrogant, deceitful, envious, the unsocial. All these things happen to them by reason of their ignorance of what is good and evil. But, I who have seen the nature of good that it is beautiful, and of the bad that it is ugly, and the nature of him who does wrong—that it is akin to me. I can neither be injured by any of them—Marcus Aurelius. PEKIN THEATRE Commencing week of Dec. 8th, 1913 Messrs. BRAGG and MAHONE Present A BIG MUSICAL COMEDY Commending week of Dec. 8th, 1913 Messrs. BRAGG and MAHONE Present A BIG MUSICAL COMEDY "WHO'S TO WIN" By Madame Eudora Fisher-Lockett Madame Marle Burton Hyrum Staged by Mr. BILLY JOHNSON of the original Cole and Johnson Co. 30 Each Artist a Star in the Cast 30 Absolutely the best Singing and Dancing Show in Town A Beauty Chorus, Augmented Orchestra Headed by Mr. Billy Starks, co-star with Mr. S. H. Dudley, Smart Set Madame Burton, Etc. NOTICE—The management begs to announce the coming of the great "AHJAH" Big Cast "Ethiopian Kine" 33 Persons Week of 15th at the Pekin Theatre N. B. Now Playing Refined Vaudeville ADMISSION 10c 20c 30c ADMISSION Mr. Columbus Bragg-Director of Amusement: [Pictorial of a woman in profile]. ANNOUNCEMENT Madame Boger wishes to announce she is making a specialty of teaching Hairdressing, Manicuring and Facial Massage at her Beauty Parors, 107 E. 35th St. Her reputation for artistic hairdressing is widely known throughout this part of the country. For terms call at the above address. Or Phone Doug. 2275. Res. Doug. 784 HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED Why Thomas' Magic Hair Grower is the most successful preparation on the market for dandruff, eczema and falling, stunted hair? It is because Mme. Mason is a college woman and a physician with ten years' experience in Chicago with the people who think and know that, the cheap vaseline products for colored people are responsible for their hair troubles. Have your sick scalp examined as you would your stomach. A. B. Our women are rapidly realizing that they have been the victims of ignorance, superstition and graft for years. This is the age of brain and intellectual progress. Treat your scalp with the respect you do the rest of your body and see the result. Price $1. Beauty course and diploma, $25. Thomas' Bleaching Cream, 50 cents. Good agents wanted. Address Alice H. Thomas-Mason, 3328 State street. Chicago, Ill. Phones: Douglas 9456; Auto 72172. TELEPHONES "THE CHATEAU" FRANK HALL, Prop. can be reserved now for New 11 ST. LVD. CHICAGO JOE S. THE DANCE ND OPEN OF THE ke Dancing Acad Good Music-Best of Order Change of Program Monday and Thursday FINEST THEATRE IN AMERICA vs % / — er LINCOLN VS. DUNBAR Football Game Ends in Tie, 6 to 6— Game Marred by Rough Playing. By Jullus N. Avendorph. Bcc iso apap hat Racer si end game of the Lincoln Club ended Jn a tle. ‘The visiting team, known as the Dunbars, made up of some of the players who came over to this side last year with the Pollard brothers and trounced the South Side teain, came over with the avowed intention of carrying thelr lshter opponents’ colors buck in the dust. Not so easy was jt and had the Lincolns been able to send in fresh material to relieve their regulars the Dunbars would have tasted defeat at the hands of the maroon and white. ‘The game was late in starting, which, unfortunately, seems to be one of the chief characteristics of all at fairs under tho management of col ored people, athleties or otherwire, and Uiat always has a tendency to discourage a number of those who attend. ‘The gridiron was so heavy that trick plays were out of the question, the back field being nailed for losses each time. ‘The first quarter ended 0 to 0 and it seemed that it would be a tight game, for the half ended tte same. Both teams were playing hard, and tho ball was lost several times on ‘the last down by only an inch or two. ‘Time and again Referee Bob Johnsoa was forced (o warn the North Siders for their rough playing, threatening once to eject their quarter and forfeit the game to the Lincolns, but Pear- man stepped up and said that he did not think that he was intentionally slugged. Stiff arming and hurdling wis also used. ‘The tackling of Langston was the feature, also the ability of the Lincolus to hold their heavier opponents in the first half when the bail was within their ten yard line. In third quarter Portlock intercepted a forward pass and ran thirty-three yards for a touchdown. He failed on account of slipping to Kick a goal. ‘The Lincolns fought with renewed spirit, pushing the oval to the three yard line, where they were held. Dunbar Kicked from be- hind her goat: and again the South Siders started, but were held, and the third period ended. ‘Twice young Blueitt crossed the goal line only to be brought back. ‘The first time he intercepted a for- ward pass, but let it hit the ground, ‘and again he let his left foot get out- side the line in clearing a tackle by Motley. Dunbars made their score in the last five minutes of play, Blue- itt getting away around right end on two nice quarterback runs, On the first play Motley was hurt but refused to leave the game. On the next one he was again hurt and foreed to re- tire, but refused to leave the gromds. Blueitt crossed the goal line way to the left, but brought the ball behind the goal posts as the whole Lincoln team went to assist Motley, the in- Jured player. However, the Dunbars failed to Kick a goal, the ball going Jow. Several drop kicks were tried during the game, and once the Lin- coins tried a placement, but the ball went wide by a few inches. Both teams were handicapped by the slip- pery field and also by not being used to playing with a new ball. Manager ‘Young was seen after the game and asked for a few remarks. He said: “Lam satisfied we were not beaten, furthermore, I want to thank all who came out and asstre you that next year you will see a better game, free from all rough tactics, All the Lin- colns came out all right with the exception of Motley. We offer no ex- euses, as my boys played a strong game and Tam proud of them, Next Year it will be our endeavor to bring Some Southern school team here and haye the camo start at twelve thirty in order that all who wish to see the game can do so without interfering with their dinner honr, A return game with the Dunbars is out of the question, as it Is our desire to ele- Yate the game instead of eliminating it” ‘The boys wish to thank the play: ground keeper for his geniality and willingness, for he loaned 2 new 5.0 Moore and Evans ball. Also the field Was roped and marked off. They also wish to thank Messrs, Bob Jobnson and Harry Craft, and say that their decisions were good and fair, dnd we are sorry the Dunbars did ‘not feel the same. The Lincolns are an or- ganized club and will continue its athletic activities, and we hope to bring the public closer to us, letting them know who and what we are. ‘As manager of the Lincolns, I am sorry to say we had more trouble in this game than we did all season, and we have played in towns where there was-hot a colored fan, but wo were treated with the best of feeling and given a great sendoff. Baseball next, I want to add that there ought to de more interest in these annual games and at the same time there ought to be a charity feature con- nected. A LITTLE GossiP. By Young. Farrell Jones, the crack end of the Lake High eleven, was nurt in thelr ‘ame turkey day at Fostoria, O., and as a result will be minus tomorrow against Morgan Park, Lake won the lightweight championship this year. Last year Jones was mentioned for his great playing at quarter.” This year he started at his old position but was shifted to end, The Tribune picked him on their second Cook county alblightweight eleven. Some class, Jones, keep it up. Ross was chosen guard by the crit ies for guard on the Missouri valley all-star second eleven. Football is not meant to nse your fists, It 1s a fine game, although rough at times, and we do not admire those who indulge in such tactics. The Tuskegee-Fiske game onded in a nothing to nothing tle, Kendall, the Fiske star, was a marked man and the little fellow could do nothing, Slippery footings caused the Lin. coins much woe, for Langston had a nice hole which Carpenter made and he slipped. Motley got away twice but fell. Dr. Plummer, Mr. Hammond and Mr. Desby acted as Hnesmen, | ‘The Lincoln Club held a smoker ‘and reception Tuesday night at the residence of Mr. Young, Langston was re-elected captain of the football team and Motley was chosen captain of the ball nine, Moxeley sat on the sidelines with an injured back, Prinus started the game, giving Way to Pearman, but re- entered in the fourth period. His play- ing was Al. | Games hereafter will start earlier, as many left at the end of the first half. ‘There is a fine chance for the col- |ored youth to make teams represent- ing Enislewood High. Get busy, boys, don't show your yellow streak now. You've been hollering your heads off for a chanee—now go to it. Bethel forfelted ts game Saturday against Quinn In the Sunday school indoor league for failing to show. Quinn lost to the Y. M,C. A. in a practice game. Winston’s Spicy Gossip of Men and Events in the Railroad World. By John R, Winton. Mr. W. 1. Martin, 95 Stanton avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., is holding the posi. tion of train porter in the service of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad com- pany between Pittsburgh and Chicago on trains 7 and 8, Mx. Martin's first trip to our eity, and the reporter showed hin the sights on the stroll and gave Lim the Chicago Defender. Professor Wallace Smith will soon Le introducing his new photo play en- litied “The South as She Is To:lay.” iL is also reported that Mr. Foster will have the management of the play. It Jt is a true report it will prove a sue- cess. Mr. Calvin Grayson, 816 Eastern aye- nue, Grand Rapids, Mich, is still hold ing ‘the position as parlor car porter in service of the Pere Marquette rail- road company between Grand Rapids end Chicago. His grandmother, Mrs. Luey Grayson, 3119 Forest avenue, Chicago, who ‘is 97 years of age, is reported to be the oldest colored woman in Chicago. Mr. Wellington Grayson is usher at the Dearborn street station, a brother to Mr. Calvin Grayson of Grand Rapids. Mr. Thomas C. Hunt, 1922 Stevens street, Nashville, Tenn., is in tho serv- ice of the Pullman company, running wild—that is, ho is extra, and they run him everywhere. Brother J. 0. Freeman, 4944 Went- worth avenue, is still on thé job as relief man in Pullman service. A advocate strongly for each and every porter, cook, waiter and usher to get in on, our Christmas number. ‘Phat is, send in your photographs and have a cut made and a nice writeup. ‘the East, North, South and West are welcome to.join us. Do your duty to- ward your omly railroad paper, the Chicago Defender, 2139 State street, ‘At Baltimore, Nd., train porters of the B. & O, railroad company are re- quested to take thelr hats off in the stationmaster's office, Not brakemen and conductors. When you leave old Chicago you are simply camping out, Mr, Charley Stewart of Fulton ave- nue, Pittsburgh, Pa., who is a popular K, of P, and Odd Fellow, is the chief hight usher at the Baltimore & Ohio station, and Mr. George Harrington is the chief day man. ‘These two men have been with the company for twenty years is the latest report, Brother W. R. Williams, 3243 Went- worth avenue, is now on trains 1 and 2 in buffet service to Minneapolis, Minn., in the service of the Chicago Great Western railroad company. The Chicago Defender is the rail road men’s standby paper; will fight your battles for you in any part of the Blobe. Read and subsertbe to it. Do it today. On sale by all up-to-date news dealers, EK. Thumm, 1400 Wytie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa, sells 100 copies or more weekly. The reporter will visit Pittsburgh soon and took over the condition at East Pittsburgh in the interest of the Chicago De- fender. , Mr, John R. Combs is still on the Job as train porter to Sioux City, Ta, in service of the IMinois Central ‘rail road company, so states Mr. John W. Hightower, the popular usher. Tt Is reported that the eastern rail road men in Pittsburgh, Pa., are great- ly interested in the Chieago Defender since Mr. B, K, Thumm at 1400 Wylfe avenue bas it on sale, Mr, W. A, Peterson, 510 Vine street, Pittsburgh, Pa., formerly of Chicago, and a reliet chef for the Illinois Cen: tral railroad, is reported as holding a position as chef in some large hotel in Pittsburgh. Mr, Phil Newton, 1209 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa, ex-Puliman porter, is now at the above address in the tailor ing business for himself. Mr. A. L. Jackson, 6450 Champlain avenue, 1s still on trains § and 6 as train porter in the service of the Bal. timore & Obio railroad company, be tween Chicago and Pittsburgh, Pa., and the only brotherly colored rafiroad man the writer has met in many a year who meets his brother railroad man in a strange clty and asks him to’ dine | with him at one of the finest and best dlite cafes. Mr. A. L, Jackson bears this honor—a Chicago man. | Mr. William Starr fe the guest of Mr. Charles Allison, 50 West Thirty. sixth street, during the holidays. Mr. Allison is in the service of the Chi. cago, Milwaukee & St, Paul railroad company as sleeping car porter. The famous Jolly Boys Club dance | November 25 at the Transfer hall, 1 West Forty-seventh street, was a suc cess, William Irvin was dressed to date. C. H. Plackman, the Pullman porter, could not be beatdn. |i Mr. "Leo Goings, 195 Bates street JJGrand Rapids, is still wifh, the Michi | gam Contral railway company as din jing car waiter between Grand Rapids Jand Chicago. It is a wonHler that Lec doesn't send Mr. Winston his subserip- tion for the Defender. Mr. S. H. Gladden, 115 Montgomery street, Jersey City, N. J., who 1s in the service of the Erie railroad com: pany as dining car waiter, is requested to send in his,cut with the remainder of the eastern boys for our Christmas number, ‘The rates are low—only five dollars, with a nice writeup. Your eld friend “Fifty” is still on the job. Mr, Walter Fraizier, 3849 State street, ts with the Chicago & Alton as a train porter to the elty of St. Louls, Mo. Walter wants to get in the game on the special railroad sheet for our Christinas number. Send money and photo to 3159 Slate street, the De- fender office. Mr. Clifton Green, 3241 Calumet ave: nue, is in the service of the Pennsyl- vania railroad company as chet be- tween Chicago and Pittsburgh, Pa. We O.K. Mr. Green, Mr. J. W. Coxx, 142 West Forty- ‘eoventh street, is running to Denver, Colo., in service of the Pullman com: pany over the lines of the C, B. & Q. company. Mr. Flynn MeGulre ts now in Pull man service out of the southern dis- ‘iet, This Mr. MeGuire does not like. | He says those runs go for Sweeney. EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA er iaerse, Wilson, 0. Stone, Ho, Slaughter and B.’L. Booker will Join ‘the Christmas sheet. ‘The famous Jolly Boys Club pulled off one of the grandest balls Novem- her 25 at the ‘Transfer hall that has been pulled off In many a year south of Forty-seventh street, The ball was a success, with Mr. C. H. Plackman at its head as chairman of the board, who is an ex-Pullman porter and knows how to conduct matters of this kind up-todate, Messrs. Clyde Wright and William Irvin were floor managers. Other oMieers of the staff were as fol- lows: ‘Thomas Pickens, president; Clarence Lee, secretary; James Carter, corresponding secretary; J. L, Rice, treasurer, REPORT CASE TO U. S, DIS- TRICT ATTORNEY. This Is a Case Where the Mann Act Is Involved and Should Be Re- ~ ported. Mr, Editor: Living next door to me is a colored woman with two chil: dren, hailing from either Alabama or Louisiana, whom we thought was mar. ried, but is found to be living with aud is being supported by this man who comes up from the south twice a year to see her and her children. From what can be learned from the children their father has a white wife at his home. We don't care to live in such southern filth, especially where we are buying property. Yours, A Clean Citizen, Defender's Reply. Dear Madame: Yours at hand as above quoted. We are sorry you would not give us your name and ad: dress, This case {s one which in volves the Mann act, ad you should report the case at once to the U. S. Dietrict Attorney. You need not give your name. A good time to report the case is when the gentleman is in the city. What was good for Jotnson is good for him. TRANSFER OF STATES THE- ATRE. W. H. Bowers & Co. negotiated a/ big realty deal this week by selling of the Lincoln Theater in 31st block. ‘The States may be named the New Lincoin, Bowers & Co. have put over this Week more than $250,000 worth of business, the largest, $40,000, being: ie rate a Sat | / Famous Men Who Wore Beards. History regards that among the not- ed men who have favored the wearing of beards of mustaches or both havo been Elijah the prophet, Esau, Pythag- oras, Peter the Great, King Henry VUIL, Shakespeare, Chaucer, Charles Dickens, Prince Bismarck, Gladstone, Tennyson, Walt Whitman, Victor Hugo, Abraham Lincoln, Gen. Robert B. Lee, Gen, Joseph E, Johnston, Pres- {dents Grant, Hayes, Garfield, Cleve- land, Harrison and Taft; the late Mi- kado of Japan and King Edward VI. and King George V, of England, Use Methode of the Past, India’s methods of storing grain are still very ancient and inadequate. The first modern grain elevator in all that great peninsula is yet to be finished in the Punjab province. Ants That Make Bread. Ants have been found in Dalmatia that actually make bread by chewing seeds into pulp, forming it In loaves, baking them in the sun and then stor ing them away for future use, Protection Against Crime, It Js estimated that there are in uso in the United States about 100,000 elaborate electric protective systems against crime, about 300,000 smaller systems, and some 2,000,000 minor de- ‘wiees. For Christmas and New Year’s Cards, Cigars, Tobacco, Candy Newspapers and Stationary go to Louis Johansen 5724 State St. also Shoe Polish and Laces for; Home and ! Porters. ! HOODOO AND JINX FOLLOWS FIRST BASEMEN SS (zm @ £m ye ie Preece <a ie PW a eer Ce | A eisiay y, Se _- Vi Ma Y pats SSS ES, ee ae, Xe aren a es SS A > pg eR fe Dap TN feat) ma sro, {7p > Sa i fe a) és < ere py \ 2 ye Ys a of a eS Z- — y oS CHANCE: hadiaehinnsens Guardians of the Initial Sack Who Have Beer Guffeted About. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. | __ First base ts beginning to look like a Hoodoo (spelt with a capital H.) ‘The initial sack is fine and dandy when it comes to playing thero on and drag: ging down the salary. Rut— Managing and holding down that cushion don't seem to hitch, writes Malcolm McLean in the Chicago Evening Post. Or, rather, those who try the stunt aro apt to come to a | bitter end. | Glance hurriedly over the following lst, and then see if we aren't on the right trail: Frank Chanee—Summarily ousted from the management of the Cabs last fall by President Murphy. George Stovall—Politely deposed from the leadership of the Browns by Colonel Hedges, president. Jake Stali—Winner of a world title his first year with the Boston Red Sox and hunded the hook by Prexy Mealeer during the midst of the sea. gon just past. Harry Davis—Elevated to the man: agerial reins of Cleveland, unable to hold them for any length of time, and now back with the Athletics. Hal Chase—oss of the New York Yankees for a spell, and mighty glad to get from under. You can seareely call any of these men failures as ball players. The re verse ts true, In fact, we doubt if you can name five higher class first sack ers in the history of the national game, Consider them as actual workers (aside from their careers as map- agers): Chance—One ofthe best men who ever guarded the “station; a wonder on low and wide throws; a .300 hitter and a wonderfully fast and heady base runner, Stovall—Possessed of all tho attr butes given to Chance, except he wasn't quite ng fast, M. M’LOUGHLIN IS DEFEATED Champion and Veteran Partner Lose Game in Tennis Tournament on the Pacific Coast, United States champion Maurieo E. McLoughlin, playing with the veter- an Suniner Hardy as his partner was defeated at San Francisca the other day in the feature match of the Por tola tennis tournament by Clarence J. ee Wee ON SoS fs Ss ace yh led ae! ey oe 8 oo ee i ee Ade. ee NS aos A. rs) ee A item * Saisie E:. MeLcunlilix Griffin and John R. Strachan, runners ; up in this year's national doubles | s championship at Newport, MeLough- |p Yin played in excellent form, but he | ti refrained from poaching on ‘the pre+ serves of his partner, upon whom Grifin and Strachan centered their |n entire attack. The score was 6—4,|6 10-8. Ln ————_——_ t O'Foote’s Peculiarity. “Ie Pittsburgh scribes say that Catel ers Slmon and Glbson can tandle Matty O'Toole better than bia battery | c mate from tho association, BIN Kelly. | They say that the $22,500 beauty | n pitches steadier ball when Stmon or | i Gibson recelves for him. P Better Than Tris Speaker. Miko Winn, who picked up Tris|t Speaker, says that Daye “Robertson, {a the youngster secured by MeGraw, 18| 3 a ‘better ball player Ahan Speaker. | t I Dave fs, he is some/star performer, | wei Reb MRS. FRANK W. KING ; EDWARD 7 1 “WE ARE ON THE SQUARE” . FUNERAL DIRECTORS and EMBALMERS OUR OFFICE IS NEVER CLOSED si BEST OF SERVICE GUARANTEED 3604 South State Street Phone Douglas 3706 : heres ME. Leora Smith treatment of the scalp io Be MN‘: the wonderful Poro Hair Grower fix ea will absolutely grow your hair and keep the cat aot scalp clean and healthy. Thousands ‘hoor a Rats of its value. This treatment destroys the crt ess) 5 forms that couse faling sir and baldnees sp RS ‘ith a thorough course of treatment I See hicNp se 18 guarantee’ satislaction. Both ‘women and ie areca eo ks men treated. I also do Manicuring, Hair POM EES), Dressing, Bleaching and Dyeing. Tals teach FU AGT CA: te, what Ldo. PoroHair Syatem is $35.00 alone. HOS) ii), Dioloma isoued on completion of course (agers, TARE 2/2) $1.00 for Treahouat, 0 for Box af Pore PRBS AGNES ralaphane Antomatie 16414 Phone Dresel 78 Mema.Leery asits ona yor arr ne aoe 5209 Wabash Avenue, Chicage, IL et Pore Biuut Grower” Stahl—His flelding and betting was largely responsible for the Red Sox triumphs Jast lyear! a clean-up swat- ter. | Davis—Connje Mack's chiet Meu- ‘tenant during his many years on first for tho Athletes. A cracking fielder and there with the bat when in his prime. He was reasonably fast in ad- dition. Chase—A firbt sacker who needs Ilt- tle comment. {foday he leads tho fleld in effective wprk—fast, bendy and consistent in afl branches. ‘This puts the question squarely up ‘to us, Why thd hoodoo? __,Fitst base spems to be the best of all places to Watch tho play and dé rect the game.| The custodian of that station can tell—next to tho catcher —{ust how the|pitcher Is working. Ho can direct the] whole play by signals, having all in [sight except the right fielder. It's a hard problem to answer. Mayhap it’s] matter of luck— something firnjly believed in by ball Players. Perhaps it's something else. You can scjreely call Chance and Stahl failures ds managers. Both won Teague and world titles—Chance @ number of them, Many lay the hoodoo on tempore. ment, That may have something to do with it In a couple of the,cases. But it won't hold water with the rest, We think aceldent cut some feo. Chance was beaned a number of times and Staht hurt his foot. Noither of thelr presidents wanted bench man agers. So they passed. =< First base {8 a dangerous spot Play. Oxe is always open.fto injurt ‘there. But the fiwrlanntinis af somethi we wouldn't” dare tos rfittempt, brings us to thoxwmanswefrable wore hoodoo and jink 2 Phone Douglas 883 Automatic 72-746 C. C. Hotel @ Buffet Cole & Catlin, Props. | 3449 So. State St. Chicago, u.* Phone Douglas 4482 Aatvmatic Phoas 71001 The LaVerdo Cafe and Buffet 6 (Cafe Newly Opened) 3100-2 South State Street Chicago, Ill. Chinese and Amorican Restaurant In Connection, High Class Entertainers ms eg A RY J. KELLY, Propriotors | utes xIrt28 scOTT, Prop. PRONE AUTO. 12080 CALL AT THE. “O-K” Restaurant For First Class Meals and Short Orders Coffee and Hot Biscuits 0 Breakfast Special 3033 SO. DEARBORN STREET . Meals from 1 Cents and up \_ AOTES '¥ SPORTDOM Harry Smith has again} signed te manage the Newark champions, vee Charlie Carr has been thentioned 0 late as a possible head for the Federa league. 1 : sae. ‘The Boston Nationals will report for spring practice at Macon, Ga., abou the first of Maret, { ‘The most ridicvlous winter feague story we have heard yet is that] Dave Fultz will be president of the Foderal Teague. i see ; Ralph Capron, the old Mluhesota sridiron star, now with Baltimore in the International league, says that he is through. The English polo team will praetice three months In Spain before its next Invasion of America for the interna- onal trophy, The coast authorities have found tt difficult indeed to get crack athletes for the allstar A. A. U, team to in- Yade the Antipodes. Philadelphia, | lovetana, Chicago, Washington and Boston ‘are being vicked as serious contenders for the Pennant for next season, Charlie O'Leaty, the veteran short- stop and membe} of the Cardinals, has been sold to the San Francisco team by Manager Miller Huggins. + oe ‘The Taylors, father and son, out of sympathy with] the McAleenstcRoy regime, are said to be anxloud to sell their stock in thk Boston club.| Manager Stallings of the Brdves dld more changing th bis lineup tlan any other manager th the league. jot the nine men who started the seado with the Bravos only|two were in tj final game. os : Patrick Flynn] of Ireland is yery clever distance |runner. The jip of ® lad from thd “old country" who mado his American debut at dravers island recently, /Impresded tha cinder path erities not! a itelh, oe i America will be one bf the rst na- tions to receive an invftation to send @ team of athletes tf Athens nost Year. ‘Tho Greeks plaif to hold an in: ternational meet the Fiast week la April or the first well in yay, 7 SS ee 2 © testing ky TRMAGIC 13911000 A § —————=)) MAGIC) ‘ a a ep tw Srancirencas yy “A ges CA Mat Lenareerenusses? Wisi cog Auents Wanted. Wels for Literatare 2% Magic Shampoo Drier Co, \ S Minneapolis, Minn, a LT CTE Lincoln State Bank of Chicago UNDER 8TATB SUPERVISION 6 East 3ist St, N.E. Cor, State St... ‘ CHICAGO, ne ‘TELEPHONES, Douglas 91 $7-220 CAPITAL, $200,000.00 SURPLUS, $20,000.00 | (Gia Commercial Banking 7 At 7a Savings and Checking L ee TE i Foreign Exchange Wie Ee center | ‘6 be lf Mortgages and Bonds ‘on eae Ly 3% | Byte) im - Interest on Savings ft a E HJ 4 Your Patronase Solicited : Gah SS eresitory and Corresponid Te, Reeistering Home Bank FREE ent, Continental. & Com, | you ‘saving aad heep you at it “A mereiil National Banke wealth} Gpea one withus' "?" Chicago, It, see Ea Bias Set. ke ey, ae “et --- nis Is the Time the Good Fellow and the Good Woman Should Come Forward to Show Their Appreciation of the Poor and Unfortunate Little Folks. A WORTHY CAUSE Join The Defender Crusaders—Help Create a Spirit of Charity Among the Well-to-Do to Help the Orphans and Poor—Preachers Preach It—Clubs Practice It—Make Christmas Happy for the Little Ones. By Cary B. Lewis. "Suffer little children to come unto me and forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of heaven," said the Master. Not the children of the rich, the poor, beautiful or ugly, yellow, white or black, but all little children. We have been accustomed to practice reciprocity in presenting our Christmas gifts by giving where we expect to receive. This in a measure is wrong. It eliminates the majority of humanity from happiness and as a matter of course they are unable to respond or return like compliments. And so above the loudest Christmas carol should ring the altruistic enunciation of the Master, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." The Children of Plenty. There are no sweeter words in Holy Writ. It is this spirit that The Chicago Defender wishes to preach from now until Christmas morn. It is the spirit of remembering the poor, the sick and the needy. Four weeks more and we will be singing "Peace on Earth, Good Will 'toward Men." Children of plenty will awake with a beautiful Christmas tree loaded with presents that Santa Claus brought them. Surrounding the heavily laden tree of beauty and precious Christmas remembrances will be new toys, shoes, stockings, coats, dresses, hats, sleighs and many other valuables to give joy, happiness and comfort to the little ones. --- What of the Poor? What of the poor? Just a few rocks away there will be a family of children who will not know of Santa Claus—whose parents, by misfortune, are poor. They have a widowed mother and have several mouths to feed, coal and fuel to buy. They will not have a Christmas tree, not even a piece of turkey or a dish of cranberries or mince pie. The question with the Defender is, Can not the spirit of charity be so aroused in the bosoms of the good men and women to give to the unfortunate ones? To send them a pair of shoes, a box of candy, or a pair of stockings? Warning of the Master. Can we forget the warning of the Master: "Except you become as a little child, you shall in no wise enter the kingdom of heaven?" Seeing by faith our Master in the crucifix, y, who can forget the children of pear? Last Christmas the writer visited a number of homes where children were missed with beautiful trees and received numerous presents. This year it will be to find out who was not remembered with tokens and remembrances; for, if the spirit of the Deendar will be carried out as is its wish, there will be few if any homes where the spirit of charity has not touched and spread its comforting wings. The Defender's Appeal The Defender appeals to the citizens of Chicago to be more charitable to the poor children this year than ever before. When making Christmas purchases remember some poor relative or little child who is less fortunate than yourself. If you do not have in mind any poor children send us your address on Christmas eve and The Defender will direct you to some needy child or aged woman who by sickness or misfortune are poor and miserable. The real genuine happiness comes not in receiving but giving. Let the Clubs Help. Every week The Defender cheerfully publishes items from the various whist clubs. We do it freely. We read where some play whist and have a fine time all the year round. Enrich Yourself by Giving. Would it not be a grand spirit if these clubs would just stop and think how many little poor orphans they could make happy by having a "charity day" one afternoon and decide upon giving aid to the Old Folks' Home aid. Wherever Home and minister to the wants of some poor ragged urchin in some neighborhood where plenty is always a stranger? There are a number of our society girls who could enrich their souls with happiness on Christmas day by visiting some poor family, carrying the torch of brotherly love and good will, leaving the home happier by their going and giving. The Defender will do it's part. Will you do yours? KENTUCKY WOMEN TIVE. King's Daughters to Erect Hospital. By Lysle Hawkins (Special to the Dealer) Shelbyville, Ky., Dec. 7.—The King's Daughters have determined to have a hospital here. They have made their first payment on a piece of property, a reporter of the Defender called on Mrs. Mayne Stone Roman, who is interested in the movement, and she said, "Yes, it's true, we have paid on piece of property and we hope in no way to have an up-to-date悬望 where Dr. Hunter of Lexington come and operate on patients, and we the sick can comfortably rest the treated by competent nurses, because that the better class of white will aid us, now that we have the first step." Booker T. Washington's Sunday, December 7th, 1913 Own Your Own Home Raise Your Own Chickens Eat Your Own Fresh Eggs BEAUTIFUL LILYDALE Only $2 Per Week Will Buy Two 30 Foot Lots (60x125) Come out Sunday and talk to the 50 or 60 families who have taken his advice. ASK them if they would like to pay rent again. ASK them if they would like to pay 40c a dozen for cold storage eggs. ASK them if their children are healthy. See the groceries, markets, schools, churches, etc WE CHARGE NO INTEREST FOR TWO YEARS Direction: Take street car or elevated to White City; then take West Pullman car to 95th and Michigan Ave.; walk two blocks West and ask for W. A. Bartlett. FRED'K H. BARTLETT & CO. Only Phone Randolph 3751 noted club women of the state, is greatly interested in the movement, and when she becomes enthused she makes things hum. The public schools here are crowded with children and tone is of a high order. Plans are being arranged to have an exceptionally fine program for the Christmas holidays. The teachers attended the State Teachers Association at Louisville a few weeks ago. AURORA GLEANINGS (Special to the Defender.) (Special to the Defender.) Aurora, Ill., Dec. 5.—Miss Pearl Duncan, a graduate nurse from Provident Hospital, is on a very important case in our city. We are proud of her presence in our midsa and her many friends are trying to persuade her to remain. The Ada Overton Walker Company made a howling success at the Fox this week. Misses Hazel Thompson and Mae Brown won much applause. Miss Ruth Roger entertained Thursday evening in honor of Misses Pearl Duncan, Hazel Thompson and Mae Brown. Rev. Butler of the A. M. E. Church is entertaining Mr. Montgomery of Milwaukee this week. Mr. Sam Fielding of Chicago spent several days in the city this week. Loyd Hall spent Thanksgiving with his parents. He is studying at Northwestern University. Dr. T. M. Blakemore spent Thanksgiving day with his parents and friends of the city. We were all glad to see him, especially _____. Mr. S. M. Wallace is slowly recovering from a prolonged illness. The A. M. E. Church conducted special services last week in honor of the fifty years of freedom. Mr. Chas, Taylor and Delosse Bell of Chicago spent the holidays in our city. Mr. Russel, the barber, has been visiting relatives in the East for the past week. Mr. Paul Cooper has returned to his home from Madison. Wis. The church dinner at St. Johns A. M. E. was well attended Thanksgiving day. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Thompson, the newly-weds, entertained a few friends Thursday from the city. Father Hall is spending the winter on Aurora. Rev. Blake was in the city early this week on business. The home boys entertained in honor of Miss Hazel Thompson and Mae Brown Friday evening. Mrs. Ida Calloway and daughter spent Thursday in Aurora as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Hurd. A number of theater parties came from the nearby cities to see the Ada Overton Walker Company. Rev. Reese of Bethesda was in Aurora on business Saturday afternoon. THE HYDE PARK NEIGHBORHOOD SETTLEMENT 5623 Harper (formerly Jefferson) Avenue. Clotee E. Scott, Founder and president. The Hyde Park Neighborhood Settlement is a reality and not a dream. The colored people are beginning to feel proud of this little institution and are showing it by giving the officers and workers their moral support, instead of standing back and criticising as some are wont to do. The good that is being accomplished here is a credit to any community and is meeting with the approval of the better-thinking class of white citizens. The activities are as follows: Tuesday evening, 8 to 10 o'clock, dressmaking class. All who desire may come and do Christmas sewing. Thursday evening, 8 to 10, embroidery and crochet club. Tuesday, 4 to 5:30, Girls' Junior Crochet Club. Grownups are usually surprised at the business-like air in which these young girls conduct their meetings. They also sow for thirty minutes. Thursday, 4 to 5:30 p. m., Sunbeam Club—children from 6 to 10 years—meets to sing and listen to good stories. Boys' class, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Very interesting Sunday Club Sunday at 4 o'clock. Everyone is invited to attend the Christmas exercises December 24. Presents received for tree all day. Program promptly at 8 p. m. Here are some of the names of the men and women (colored) of Hyde Park who desire to see the good work progress. These hold membership Per Week Foot Lots (60x125) to the 50 or 60 families who ASK them if they would like to on if they would like to pay 40c s. ASK them if their children es, markets, schools, churches, EREST FOR TWO YEARS led to White City; then take West Pullman two blocks West and ask for W. A. Bartlett. BARTLETT & CO. 59-69 West Washington Street cards at $1 and a few at $2 per year; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lewis, 4855 Woodhaven avenue; Mrs. Willa Webb 5137 Lake Park avenue, 10 cents; Mrs. Lee, 5473 Kimbark avenue, 25 cents; Miss Gladys Lee, 5473 Kimbark avenue, 10 cents; Mrs. Jackson, 5617 Hart per avenue, 10 cents; Mrs. Jennie Older, 4836 Vincennes, 75 cents; Mrs. Duncan, 5526 Ingleside, 10 cents; Miss Gerrande Townsend, 5550 University, 10 cents; Mrs. Young, 1307 East Fifty sixth street, 10 cents; Mrs. Mary Duck ett, 5028 Lake Park avenue, 10 cents; Rev. T. H. Weaver, 5025 Dearborn street, 10 cents; Mrs. Caroline Barnes 1312 Frederick court, 10 cents; Mr. Bauter, 5624 Lake Park avenue, 10 cents; Mrs. A. L. Shelby, 597 Wush ington, $ including sewing; Mrs. R. A. Williams, 4846 Vincennes, 25 cents There are others who are interested but do not hold membership cards and are real anxious to push the work to the front. We hope, however, that all who hold these cards would either pay their 10 cents per month and retain them or send them in at once others may have them. ENGLEWOOD LYCEUM. Last Sunday the Lyceum was rejuvenated. Everything seemed to run in a smooth channel and point to the happy and successful culmination of the meeting. The program was unique in that not a man appeared in it. It is remarkable that the programs which have been composed entirely of women have been the best rendered by the Lyceum. We do not undertake the task of explaining the reason for the difference. We content ourselves with merely stating the fact. The participants on the program were greeted by a large and appreciative audience. Each one was heartily applauded and well so, because each number was splendid. When little Gertrude Cobbs, barely large enough to seat herself at the piano, finished the beautiful little solo, "On the Meadow" the audience made the church King with applause. Mrs. D. W. Johnson, the editor of Current Events, was in her usual happy vein, giving the audience the current topics of the day interspersed with pithy sayings and jokes of merriment. Miss Ethel Bowen is a young lady who seems to possess a natural talent for music aside from her accomplished requirements. Her rendition of "Erkling" was exquisite. Madam A. H. Thomas Mason, the State street beauty specialist, delighted the audience with her subject, "The Value of Vocational Education." Mrs. B. F. Sayre, aptly styled the Englewood Nightingale, rendered "The King of Love My Shepherd Is," to the satisfaction and delight of "1:2 audience. Miss Hester E. Webster, barely out of her teens, is a young lady of rare accomplishments. She was reared in this city, and educated in the schools of Chicago. She now holds a position of distinction as teacher in one of the public schools. Miss Webster was the standard bearer of the day at the Lyceum. Her subject was, "The Law of Mutual Aid." She treated it in a masterly manner, from a scientific, historical, and psychological view. Women and Exercise Me, women, whether they be fleshy or the, wait far too little. The woman we, need to be fleshy should walk for; I need an hour every day, and do it gently and systematically. As she is, customized to the exercise she must increase the number of mile she walks a day until she is doing so miles. all Statistics. It is indicated that in the United States 135 persons out of 100,000 are in prison on any given day, in Italy 217 and in the United Kingdom 46 out of every 100,000 inhabitants are in jail. As Small Attentions Now "Marriage seems to have made a different man of Tom." "His wife says it has made an indifferent man of him"—Omaha Bee. Not a Militant "Don' you want to vote?" "Yes," replied Irs. Corntossel. "But there's no use 'me trying' to do everything. Votin' i nice easy work, an' Hiram might awell attend to it while I look after ti real responsibilities of the farm." ALONG THE NORTH SHORE THE CHICAGO DEFENDER MILWAUKEE, WIS. By Luna M. Scott. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Milwaukee, Wis., December 5.—Mrs. S. A. Matthews of 589 Oakland avenue celebrated her (?) birthday on Sunday with a dinner. Covers were laid for eight. Among those present were Attorney George H. De Ree, Dr. and Mrs. Clifton A. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Whitman of Albion street and others. Assisted by her amiable companion, Mrs. Matthews proved to be a very charming hostess and the guests pronounced it a very enjoyable affair Dr. and Mrs. C. A. Johnson of 720 14th street gave a Thanksgiving dinner complimentary to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hawkins of 708 Cherry street. Covers were laid for seven. Those present, aside from the host and hostess and guests of honor were Attorney George H. De Reef, Dr. Al Herron and ex-Assemblyman L. H. Palmer. The table was beautifully decorated with orange blossoms and fern. After the dinner of four courses music and reading were the features of the evening. Dr. Johnson rendered a solo in Italian from "The Bohemian Girl," which was much appreciated. Attorney De Reef, the impersonator of the French Marseilles. Dr. A. L. Herron spoke in feeling terms of the hosts and their guests and Hon. Palmer had to explain to the party why he wore a silk hat and a dinner suit and was excused. At a late hour all went home after a very pleasant evening. A snapshot was taken of the guests seated at the table. At the meeting of the Masonic order, Widow's Son Lodge, on Tuesday evening the following officers were elected: L. H. Palmer, W. Master; C. E. Luker, Sr. Warden; E. Gladney Jr., Warden; W. H. Hawkins, Treas., and R. F. Reed, Secy. The Eastern Star Chapter elected as royal matron Mrs. R. F. Reed; patron, L. H. Palmer; secretary, Mrs. J. W. Roach, and treasurer, Mrs. Gilbert Whitman. The Thanksgiving ball given on that day by G. U. of O. F., Gordon Lodge No. 5093, and Esther H. H. of R., No. 2135, will be long remembered by those who attended for the enjoyment it afforded. The committee exerted much energy to make it the great success that it was. The attendance was large and many out of town guests were included in the number. The ladies were handsomely gowned. Chicago Defender on sale at Scott Bros. news depot. 328 State street, phone Grand 3292. RACINE, WIS. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Racine, Wis., December 5.—Miss Lillie Hammond and Mr. and Mrs. James Barnes of Chicago were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. Spootswood Thanksgiving day. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hogan entertained a few friends from Chicago Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. C. Whitman and Mr. and Mrs. Rainer and their pretty daughter Miss Mabel of Milwaukee were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Miller Thursday. Mr. Chavers of Gary, Ind., was in the city Sunday visiting friends. Miss Lillie Cole of Racine is visiting friends in Gary, Ind. Mrs. Logan Davis spent Thanksgiving day with her daughter, Mrs. Dora Bell of Milwaukee. Mr. Willie Miller, Mr. Weaver and Mr. Herbert Jackson were in Milwaukee Thursday. Mr. Dan White. 1221 Center street is very slick at this writing. Mrs. A. H. Lams and Mrs. Spoots wood visited friends in Kenosha Tuesday. Mr. M. T. Bailey of Chicago was in our city a few days ago talking True Reformer. Mr. Bailey was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Stewart, where he met a few friends who were interested in the T. R. movement. Several gave their names and a club was formed which will be organized into a Fountain about January 1. Mr. A. H. Landers, who is in charge of the temporary organization, has secured more than twenty-five applications for membership. We hope to see a Fountain set up in Racine, as Mr. Bailey's work may bring other good lodges into our vicinity. Mrs. Cartwright is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Rosa Bradley, Muskegon, Mich. Mrs. Cora Hay's visited friends in Chicago Thursday. The Chicago Defender can be had all day at Wayan'an Chapel. Get a copy and see what the leading people of our race are doing. OSHKOSH SOCIETY DOINGS [Special to The Chicago Defender] Oshkosh, Wis. December 5.—Never in the history of Oshkosh has there been a more beautiful recital than the one held at A. M. E. Zion Mission Thanksgiving evening under the auspices of the Sunday school. Mime. Chaughton deserves great credit for selecting so many pretty songs and beautiful declamations for the children. Mrs. Netta has returned to the city after spending a week with relatives in Milwaukee. LA GRANGE HAPPENINGS [Special to The Chicago Defender. I La Grange, III. December 5.—There was a large attendance at both churches Sunday. Rev. Browning of Maywood gave a most interesting talk at the Second Baptist Church Sunday evening. The Lyceum Culture Club was entertained at luncheon at the home of Mrs. Eva Thornton, 6968 Anthony avenue, Chicago. Mrs. Chas. Sanders, president of the club, was hostess. The house was beautifully decorated with ferns and cut flowers. Misses Forest and Hazel Wilson assisted in serving the guests. Music noon. There were sixteen present. The juveniles of the Progressive Sunday Club held their meeting last Sunday and new officers were elected for the next six months. Mrs. Lewis is the mother, to whom much credit is due for the splendid program that was rendered. The speech, of Lincoln at Gettysburg was well spoken by Miss Clarenda Slimp. Anyone desiring to become an agent for The Defender kindly communicate with Alice Smith or call at the office. PROMINENT RACE MEN OF KENTUCKY. Address Women's State Federation (By Hardin Tolbert ) (By Hardin Tolbert.) Lexington, Ky., Dec. 5.—The largest session of the State Federation of Women's Clubs that was ever held in the history of the Association was that at Lexington. Representative women from all over the state were present, to bring a nut sage to their co-workers; they were the best specimen of our race, and their best toll is highly appreciated. Their program was of the very best selection, and excellently rendered. Lexington, the famous blue grass capital, royally entertained the delegation, and they have grown to such a large number that no other city has asked for them next year. Among the many prominent men visitors, the following made short talks at the churches: President W. T. Amiger, of State University; Editor J. E. Woods of the Torehay; Danville; Prof. W. H. Mayo, Principle of the Clinton St. High School, Frankfort; Rev. David, Rev. Freizer, Hardin Tolbert. General Newspaper Correspondent; Prof. Button, in the State Superintendent's office; Prof. Robert Elzey, Professor of Science at the State Normal; Dean E. E. Reeh, of the State Normal; Rev. J. Francis Wilson of Harrodshire; Editor W. H. Steward, of Louisville. The election of officers went off smoothly. Mrs. E. B. Jackson was elected president. Mrs. Jackson has been a faithful worker. Editress Daisy M. Saffell, of the Club Women's Journal, and a resident of Shelbyville, showed a progressive spirit in casting fifty-three votes, with the unanimous support to Mrs. Jackson. Mrs. Alice Crutcher, 1st vice-pres.; Mrs. E. M. Smith, 2nd vice-pres.; Mrs. Mayne Stone Roman, Rec. Sec.; Mrs. Lillian Fisher, Asso. Sec.; Mrs. Annie Bowman, Cor. Sec.; Mrs. Lizzie Brooks, Treas.; Mrs. E. K. Thomas, chairman Exam. Board; Mrs. M. E. Williams, State Organizer. LAKE FOREST JOTTINGS (Special to the Defender) Lake Forest, Dec. 5.—The Thanksgiving services at the First Baptist Church were most beautifully carried out throughout the day. The program was as follows: At high noon a soul-stirring sermon was preached by Rev. S. T. Rodgers, the former pastor, after which refreshments were served by Mrs. Albert Verdon. At 8:30 Miss Daisy Ganaway, who is always ready and willing to do something for the uplifting of the race, came forth to render her musical program for the evening. Rev. W. H. C. Stokes after a few brief remarks invoked the blessing of deity. Miss Ganaway has as her assistants Miss Helen Tivis, Miss Ruth White, the Baxter sisters, Mrs. Jno. Warren, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Turner from Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. George Smith of Lake Forest, Mrs. Jno. Warren, wife of Mr. Jno. Warren, who has responded at every call of the literary in speaking for the race, and who believes in doing things. Mrs. Warren sang that beautiful ballad entitled "Where is My Wandering Boy Tonight." Last, but not the least, Miss Henrietta Louise Holland, that North Shore mocking bird who always gets the attention of the audience and who receives such applause that it is always necessary for her to return in order to restore order At the close of the program Mr. Turner, who has only been in Lake Forest for a short time, commended Miss D. Ganaway for her noble and excellent ability. Miss Gertrude E. Fleming, who has been quite sick for some months past, is much improved and able to sit up again. Rev. Jas. E. Hudson is doing a great work in his Bible study every Sunday afternoon and earnestly begs you to come out and help carry on this good work. Mrs. Robert Ellis entertained very elaborately in honor of the Pleasure Whist Club. Prizes were awarded to the best players as follows: Mrs. Ellis, first ladies' prize; Mrs. Coleman, second; Mrs. J. B. Slaughter, booby. Mr. Wm. Rice, first gents' prize; Mr. J. B. Slaughter, second; Dr. Jack Reed, booby. M. T. Bailey was out from Chicago Tuesday evening at a meeting of the order of Trine Reformers. All He Asked. Up in Alaska there used to be a district attorney who was long on native oratory, but short on education. Once, while prosecuting a big case, coming to the finish of his argument, he leaned across the rail and made this plea: "All I acts of you, gentlemen of the jury, is that you now retire and mute out justice as she deserves to be met!" Dodging Promotion. There is a chating-dish period for every college girl; but when the time comes for the promotion to the higher position hard by a grand square cooking stove, most of the graduates prefer to toot the alarm whistle on a limousine—Dallas News. Cinched. "Have you adequate police protection for your house?" asked a man of a friend who lived in a lonely spot. "You bet! Why, we've got the prettiest servant girl in the country." FREERENT FOR OLD AGE That's what our easy payment plan means to you. 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