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The Chicago Defender. THE WORLD GREATEST WEEKLY NEWSPAPER VOLUME IX. NUMBER 2. LOVING CURRE COL. JOHN SHALL, Citizens to Gather En Masse at Odd 15, to Give Their Esteemed Sold Highest Respect—Nothing Will Patti Brown, the Race's Great Selections. THE COLONEL STILL BE and Men of His Command and Children When the Dashing Binga, Banker, Chairman Every Effort to Make the from Down State Will natives. rshall, who has re- fief the Eighth Regi- nal Guard, will be to testimonial ope- lance Thursday o'clock, the lesse Binga, the the citizens' com- rangements to st public meet- ago of a race, to honor the and citizen of services to ne that will v of Chica- H. J. Callis will be the a lecturer fame and ord of Col. able pulpit G CUP FOR JOHN R. HAR- ALL, REFED Masse at Odd Rows' Hall Thursday, Jan. Esteemed Soldier Will Fellow Citizen Their Nothing Will Dear Them—Mme. Anita Race's Greatest Singers Will Render EL STILL BE DVED BY ALL His Command as Well as the Colonel Wept en the Dashing Colonel Said Farewell—Mr. Mer, Chairman of the Citizens' Committee, tart to Make the Vetting a Huge Success— on State Will Avoid—Huge Burbs to Send LOVING CUP FOR COL. JOHN R. WARSHALL, REQUIRED Citizens to Gather En Masse at Odd Rows' Hall Thursday, Jan. 15, to Give Their Esteemed Soldier a Fellow Citizen Their Highest Respect—Nothing Will Rear Them—Mme. Anita Patti Brown, the Race's Greatest Singers Will Render Selections. k. Oddings, the men's comments to the meet of a race, honor the citizen of services to that will of Chica. M. J. Callis will be the lecturer fame and head of Col.able pulpit fort has been made by a man to have an armory. They have been meeting at 37th street and Wabash avenue, but recently moved to temporal quarters at 35th street and Forest avenue. Through the energy and perseverance of Col. Marshall a new site has been located for the new armory and in order that a fund might be raised to properly fit it up balls have been given and a ladies' auxiliary organized. To all these balls and functions in the interest of the regiment Col. Marshall has worked like a Trojan. On Thursday night Pythians, Masons, Odd Fellows, club men, politicians, business men and women will be present to honor him. Pastors of ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` at we shall always ing memory his un- o officers and men thful stewardship ren- ning to the end of on as the commanding it further t, as a small token of m full loving regard n sense is com- mon heavy loss we retirement, the ollars ($500.00) A Fearless, HONEST CHAMPION of the People --- honors for military Col. Marshall who and it was he whom honor. y Site. fort has been made to have an army, meeting at 37th street avenue, but recently brass quarters at 35th east avenue. Through perseverance of Col. site has been located now and in order that he raised to properly fit he been given and a lagerized. To all these is in the interest of Marshall has worked Right Pythians, Maes, club men, politi- men and women will for him. Pastors of Fighting Eighth. Eighth: on invited. Prof. orchestra will fur- lesse Binga, chair- ath Regiment of ional Guard, has valuable services shall, who, since he military serv- a regiment, has ; officer; and the entire period command, he has fisibly devoted his ence and scrupu- gement to the end endid organization, nel to corporal by degro race, is the eficiency of any mili- n in this country; and officers and men alike less as their intrepid under a vacancy most difficult to fill, the officers stationed meeting assembled in expressed their agret that circum- ch he had no control a condition which rement; and be it it we shall always bring memory his un- no officers and men thought stewardship ren- lining to the end of an as the commanding it further t, as a small token of mourn loving regard my sense is com- mon heavy loss we retirement, the ollars ($500.00) ```markdown ``` CHICAGO, ILL., SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 1914. GO-TO-CHURCH- DAY IN CHICAGO Let Us Do As Others the Things That Are Right and Helpful to Mankind That Will. Help Our City and Make It Better to Live In—Go to Church! The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ is to have an unusual emphasis in the city of Chicago through a concentrated effort of the Christians and church-going people on Sunday, February 1. It will not be the effort of any single congregation to secure the attendance of its members and friends upon the preaching of some great church dignitary or whirlwind evangelist; it will not be the effort of any one denomination to test its strength numerically or spiritually through an appeal to the pastor of every locality in the city; it is to be the effort of all the people of all the denominations to reach and interest all the church people to unite in a day of worship in God's house. What An Opportunity for Christians! What shall this Go-to-Church Day mean to the churches among Negroes? Shall it be that we shall not plan and work at this task to make this an occasion of great spiritual and moral benediction to the Negroes of the city of Chicago? Shall we wait for the people of any race to come to our neighborhood and go from door to door among our people and urge attendance upon our churches? If we remain apathetic this is exactly what will take place to the shame of our professions of Christianity. We are fortunate that for this movement our preachers are already organized as the Negro Preachers' Union, of Chicago Victinity. Last Monday in their monthly meeting the president, Rev. John W. Robinson of St. Mark M. E. Church called their attention to the Go-to-Church Day and the union immediately decided to unite to make this day a success in all our churches. The union will hold a special meeting at the Wabash Avenue Y. M. C. A. next Tuesday at 1 p. m. to which all our pastors are invited. The following committee was appointed to arrange for the Go-to-Church Day among: Dr. A. J. Carey, Dr. E. T. Martin, Father J. B. Masslah, Rev. Moses Jackson, Rev. E. C. Lawrence, Dr. J. C. Anderson, Rev. H. Knight, Rev. H. M. Carroll and Rev. J. L. Blackshear. It is hoped that the Negro press of the city will emphasize this movement in their columns; that the business men among us will aid the committee on publicity by placing streamers on their wagons, automobiles, etc. There should be planned a monster parade for the Saturday night before. There should be raised immediately at least $100 for the purpose of advertisements, hangers, stickers, etc. Let us take a hold of this in an earnest and vigorous manner. Let no one excel us in heroic sacrifice and devotion to the success of this day. It means success for the church which will pay the price. LINCOLN CENTER SUNDAY NIGHT The Place Where All Race-Loving People Should Go—Hear of the Great Work the Association Is Doing for the American People—Listen to the Powerful Speeches Made by Men and Women Who Love Liberty and Fair Play. GO EARLY TO SECURE SEATS. By C. J; Hallinan. A vigorous campaign upon the issue of Negro segregation will be launched this week when Professor Joel E. Spingarn, formerly of Columbia University, and president of the New York branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, starts on a speaking tour through the middle west. Dr. Spingarn arrives in Chicago next Saturday and is booked for several speeches, the chief of which will be an address on "The New Abolitionism," at Lincoln Center, Oakwood boulevard and Langley avenue, next Sunday evening, January 11, under the auspices of the Chicago branch of the association. To this meeting the public is invited. Dr. Spingarn is expected to tell of the discrimination against Negroes in the government departments at Washington and will discuss some of the newer problems disclosed by the latest segregation schemes in the South. His tour, which he is financing himself, is designed to enlist greater public support for the national association in its fight for political and industrial opportunity for the Negro. Judge Edward O. Brown, president of the Chicago branch of the N. A. A. C. P., will preside at the Lincoln be presented to him out of the regiment's personal funds; and be it further Resolved, That these resolutions become a part of the official regimental records and that an engrossed copy be presented to Col. John R. Marshall. President Lincoln signed the emancipation proclamation Sept. 22, 1862. It went into effect at the beginning of January, 1863. New Year's day has thus become "Emancipation day" to the colored people of the United States and to all memebrs of the white race who realize the great significance of Lincoln's act of striking off the shackles of an enslaved race. Services on that day combine honor to Lincoln with appeals to the people of Lincoln's nation to grant justice to the Negro. A remarkable appeal of this sort is embodied in the poem here presented. W. Allison Sweeney, author of "The Other Fellow's Burden," is well known among his people as writer, editor and lecturer. His poem, which sketches with powerful strokes the lamentable history of the colored race in America and tells of their worthy achievements in the face of discouragements, deserves a thoughtful reading by all persons. Of this poem and its author Dr. Booker T. Washington writes as follows: "Tuskegee Institute, Ala., Dec. 24, 1913—To the Editor of The Chicago Daily News: I have read with sincere interest and appreciation W. Allison Sweeney's poem, 'The Other Fellow's Burden.' All through Mr. Sweeney's poem there is an invitation put in rather a delicate and persuasive way, but nevertheless it is there, for the white man to put himself in the Negro's place and then to lay his hand upon his heart and ask how he would like for the other fellow to treat him. If every man who reads this poem will try sincerely to answer this question I believe that Mr. Sweeney's poem will go a long way toward bringing about better and more helpful conditions. "Mr. Sweeney is, of course, a member of the Negro race and writes from what might be called the inside. He knows of Negro aspirations, of Negro strivings and of Negro accomplishments. He has had an experience of many years as writer and lecturer for and to Negroes and he knows probably as well as anyone wherein the Negro feels that 'the shoe is made to pinch.' The poem, it seems to me, possesses intrinsic merit and I feel quite sure that Mr. Sweeney's appeal to the great American people for fair play will not fall upon deaf ears. CHE "white man's burden" has Been told the world, But what of the other fellow's— The "lion's whelp"? Lest you forget, May he not lisp his? Not in arrogance, Not in resentment, But that truth May stand foursquare! This, then, Is the Other Fellow's Burden. * * * Brought into existence Through the enforced connivance Of a helpless motherhood Misused through generations— America's darkest sin!— There courses through his veins In calm insistence—incriminating irony Of the secrecy of blighting lust!— The best and the vilest blood Of the South's variegated strain; Her statesmen and her loafers, Her chivalry and her rufians. Thus bred, His impulses twisted At the starting point By brutality and sensuous savagery, Should he be crucified? Is it a cause for wonder If beneath his skin of many hues— Black, brown, yellow, white— Flows the sullen flood Of resentment for prenatal wrong And forced humility? Should it be a wonder That the muddy life current Eddying through his arteries, Crossed with the good and the bad, Poisoned with conflicting emotions, Proclaims at times, Through no fault of his, That for a surety the sins of fathers Become the heritage of sons Even to the fourth generation? Or that murdered chastity, That ravished motherhood— So pitiful, so helpless, Before the white hot Lust-fever of the "master"— Has borne its sure fruit? You mutter, "There should be no wonder." Well, somehow, Sir Caucasian, Perhaps southern gentleman, I, marked a "whelp," am moved To prize that muttered admission. But listen, please: The wonder is—the greater one— That from Lexington to San Juan hill Disloyalty never smirched His garments, nor civic wrangle Nor revolutionary cebulition Marked him its follower. A "striker"? Yes! But he struck the insurgent Center meeting. Addresses will be made by Roger Baldwin, secretary of the City Club of St. Louis, who has been studying segregation schemes in certain cities, and Dr. Charles E. Bentley, who will report upon the annual meeting of the national association which is being held in New York today. This local meeting, though open to the public, is also the deferred annual meeting of the Chicago branch and will include the election of officers and of directors for the places now occupied by Charles R. Crane, Miss Garnetta E. Tibbs, Dr. Jenkin Lloyd Jones and Judge Robert McMurdy. Dr. Spingarn was for twelve years professor of comparative literature at Columbia, retiring in 1911. He is the author of several volumes of research and of a volume of verse entitled "The New Hesperides and Other Poems." He is said to have been almost as deeply interested in public affairs as in scholarship. He was the Republican candidate for Congress from the Eighteenth New York district in 1908, when he had the support of President Roosevelt and Secretary Root. He joined the Progressive party when that party emerged and as a delegate to the Chicago convention made a vigorous effort to secure the adoption of a plank which would commit the new party to the "new abolitionism." He has been a student of the race question for a number of years and puncipation proclamation Sept. 22, 1862. hus become "Emancipation day" to the who realize the great significance of L. day combine honor to Lincoln with app markable appeal of this sort is embod The Other Fellow's Burden," is well kn hes with powerful strokes the lamental ents in the face of discouragements, desr. Booker T. Washington writes as foll 1913.—To the Editor of The Chicago D Sweeney's poem, "The Other Fellow's other a delicate and persuasive way, but be and then to lay his hand upon his he an who reads this poem will try sincer way toward bringing about better an number of the Negro race and writes from strivings and of Negro accomplishmen to Negroes and he knows probably as The poem, it seems to me, possesses in American people for fair play will not fall w And raised the flag. An ingrate? Treacherous? A violator? When—oh, spectacle that moved the world!— For five bloody years Of fratricidal strife— Red days when brothers warred— He fed the babe, Shielded the mother, Guarded the doorsill Of a million southern homes? Penniless when freedom came? Most true; But his accumulations of fifty years Could finance a group of principalities. fifty years principalities. cabin and er at that on of today, refinement, tools, picap If you have erred, Will you refuse to know it? Has not the time arrived To discriminate between Those who lower, Those who raise him? You are shamed by your abortions, Your moral half-growths, Who flee God's eye And stain his green earth, But you are not judged by yours; Should he be judged by his? Homeless? Yes; but the cabin and the hut Of Lincoln's day—uncover at that name!— Are memories; the mansion of today, Dowered with culture and refinement, Sweetened by clean lives. Is a fact. In the casting up what appears? The progeny of lust and helplessness, He inherited a mottled soul— "Damned spots" that biased the looker Clothed a freeman, Turned loose in the land Creditless, without experience, He often stumbled, the way being strange, Sometimes fell. Mocked, sneered at from every angle, Spurned, hindered in every section, North, south, east, west, Refused the most primitive rights, His slightest mistakes Made mountains of, Hunted, burned, hanged, The death rattle in his throat Drowned by shouts and laughter And—think of it!— The glee of little children, Still he pressed on, wrought, Sowed, reaped, builted. is an avowed believer in equal political, civil and industrial rights for the colored race. As president of the New York branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People he carried through a number of civil suits which forced theaters, amusement parks and hotels to extend accommodations to colored people. Dr. Spingarn's tour, which opens in Detroit Wednesday night, includes addresses at Quincy, Kansas City, Kans., Topeka, St. Louis and Indianapolis. The association which he represents has a large membership of both white and colored people, with branches in many cities from Boston to the Pacific coast and in a number of colleges. King Menellk of Abyssinia, one of the oldest kings in the world, who was reported dead for the eleventh time on Dec. 17, 1913, is still alive, from an official report received from Adis Abeba. Menellk is said to be in good health. Mrs. Smith, formerly accompanist for Mme. Patti Brown, will go South with the great singer on her Southern tour. ```markdown ``` BY W. ALLISON SWEENEY. Unlettered? Yes; But the alumni of his schools, Triumphant over the handicap Of "previous condition," Are to be found the world over In every assemblage inspired By the democracy of letters. His smile ever ready, His perplexed soul lighted With the radiance Of an unquenchable optimism, God's presence visualized, He has risen, step by step, To the majesty of the home builder, Useful citizen, Student, teacher, Unwavering patriot. * * * NOT DEAD, BUT LIVETH. King Menelik Still Reigns MRS. SMITH GOING SOUTH. . "BOOKER T. WASHINGTON." What of you, his judges and his patrons? If it has been your wont In your treatment of him Not to reflect, Or to stand by in idle unconcern While, panting on his belly, Ambushed by booted ruffianism, He lapped in sublime resignation The bitter waters Of unreasoning intolerance, Has not the hour of his deliverance, Of your escape from your "other selves," Struck? In his special case—if so, why?— Is manhood a myth, Womanhood a toy, Integrity unbelievable, Honor a chimera? Should not his boys and girls, Mastering the curriculum of the schools, Pricked on to attainment by the lure Of honorable achievement, Be given bread and not a stone When seeking employment In the labor mart, At the factory gate Or the office door? Broadened by the spirit of the Golden Rule, Will you not grant these children of Hagar An even break? Is the day not here, O judges, When the Other Fellow May be measured in fairness, Just fairness? It is written men may rise "On their dead selves to higher things"; But can it be that this clear note of cheer To sodden men and smitten races Was meant for all save him? Chants an immortal: "He prayeth best who loveth best All things both great and small; For the dear God who loveth us, He made and loveth all." —From The Chicago Daily News, Wednesday, Dec. 31. THE DEFENDER RIGHT Commends Officers as Does the Daily Bulletin of the Police Department In the issue of the Chicago Defender of Dec. 27, 1913, a column story was written on the holdup of M Glenn and the capture of the men Officers Holmes and Williams Paul and Schacke. The first named officers are colored, and Defender commended them for bravery and success in captur robbers in a bloody battle. Th Bulletin of the Police Deparl January 3, 1914, also praises and contains pretty much tl story as the Defender. Our re are always "on the job." OFFICER LYNCH CAS POSTPONED. The case of Officer Lynch sensational case of last week we woned until January 22, befo trial board. Still further effo being made by certain colored get this young woman not to p case. This is the time that oen's clubs should get busy on this young woman and he fight her battle through th Miss Ferguson lives at 213 I EDITOR J. H. ANDERSON DINED New York Journalist Dined by Western Scribe—Chicago Craft Feast with Visitor—Introduced at Church and See City in Touring Car—Leaves for Empire State on Twentieth Century. Mr. J. H. Anderson, editor of the New York Amsterdam News and founder of this great paper, was the guest of Mr. R. S. Abbott at dinner on Sunday afternoon at his home, 3159 South State Street. The newspaper craft of the city was present and the "quill pushers" sat down to dinner at 3:30 o'clock and arose at 5:30 p. m. A sumptuous repast was served in ten courses by Mrs. Henrietta P. Lee, a cateress. Following the dinner cigars were served and the guests indulged in interesting discussion on various topics of the day. On Sunday morning Mr. Anderson and Mr. Abbott were introduced at Bethel A. M. E. Church and the guest was shown the city in a big touring EDITOR J. H. ANDERSON. The Fearless New York Journalist. car. Those present at the dinner were: Editors J. H. Anderson, N. Y.; Julus F. Taylor, S. B. Turner, Cary B. Lewis, Alfred Anderson, J. Hockley Smiley, R. S. Abbott, Julus F. Averdorph, Fon Holly and Charles Reese. Editor Anderson was the first Negro in New York to have his name placed on a ballot for an elective office and lacked less than a hundred votes of being elected to the general assembly. He was appointed by Gov. S member of the EmancipationSION which had charge of exposition in New York prominent in fraternal, litical affairs of Gotha son spent the holiday Mo., and stopped in C respects to The De much pleased with clared The Defender of the West." P New York on Limited. Kentuckians tieth Anniv. dom of By Hardi. (Special to The Frankfort, Ky., sink or swim, su first time in th the young men themselves tog commemmorat events in histo ary of the em which was hel church the first city has been lodges and other to mention, but n stamped the even for the c teers of South in to esp oremanc --- Mr. Joe Williams, the city school boys, business men represented by Messrs. T. K. Robb, James A. Ray, Bantle, Russell, Jerry Letcher; Mr. Campbell of Green Hill rode a very fine horse, representing the farmers; our tradesmen were well represented with their material in wagons. The program was favored with "Battle Hymn of the Republic." ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES Supday morning services, 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 1:15 p. m.; intermediate C. E., 6 p. m.; Senior C. E., 7 p. m.; evening service, 8 p. m.; midweek prayer meeting, Wednesday evening, 8 o'clock sharp. Christ, when on earth, attracted men to Him by His constant giving—something of spiritual food, and then again of food for physical strength. He came not to be ministered unto, but to minister. And did He not triumph? To be sure. So will the churches when this method and practice are more closely followed. St. John today is rejoicing more than ever before over the happy realization of this truth: "That it is more blessed to give than to receive." As the result of the cordiality with which everyone was welcomed at the "open hour" held at the church New Year's day many friends and visitors were in attendance at the services of last Sunday. This splendid social feature, Dr. Wilson and members believe, only needs to be repeated at intervals to bring about the needed results, and that is to get more men and women in the church. Dr. Wilson filled his pulpit Sunday morning and delivered with great eloquence and force a soul-reviving discourse from the theme "What We Need." In the evening Sister Norah Taylor, our splendid evangelist, of whom we are indeed preached, preached a very timely sermon instructing the Christians how to fish for souls. Her text was: "Follow Me, and I Will Make You Fishers of Men," Matt. iv:10. The following is our motto for 1914: "More and better work for St. John." Dr. Wilson, Mr. C. C. Williams and Mr. Frank C. Lowry represent the committee on arrangements for the Chicago "Go-to-Church Day," February 1. St. John is looking forward to great things on this day. THE SICK LIST. Mr. George Brewin, 5130 Wabash avenue, is still seriously ill at Provid- ent hospital. Mrs. M. Woods remains ill at the County hospital. She is very grateful to her many friends who have been so attentive to her during her long period of confinement there. Miss A. I. Harris is very ill at her home, 3146 Wabash avenue. Miss J. W. Rains of 6147 Aberdeen street presented her husband with a fine girl. Miss Arnetta Turner of 6012 Aberdeen street was reported a little better. Mrs. Maud Iyv of 6237 Ada street is d better. Hubert Bowman of 6033 Loo- t is better and able to be Jones of 6221 Ada street go out in a few days. cKemey has been con- l since Saturday with pee. indell Browne and her browne, are re- in a month it is be all right. who was op- st week is. reck's club cler Club's meet- y at Mr. Pascal appears consoleu- Wayman McClarn, Nathan Le Varne club. Prognostica- turalments were one of the Christ- soused and was stupendous suc- cured a few of his intellectual enter- titative opening st League re- Bazel and G. ounts (M. Will club will next the residence of 4423 Dearborn ident; David Pel- Brinsley, edi --- CANAL CHAPEL SACRED PLACE Sunday School for the Children of Region Has Been Held in Shanty for Years. Washington.—A strange little sacred shanty stands alone on the towpath of the canal between the Aqueduct bridge and the culvert through which Foundry branch and a wagon road run under the canal a few yards east of Foxhall hill. This place of interest is much nearer Foxhall hill than it is the Aqueduct bridge. It is board structure not much larger than the police watch box at the Washington end of the bridge. It was once white, but so scaled and weather-beaten is it now that one does not know whether its last coat of color was paint or whitewash. The south side of the house rests on the gray stone wall of one of the ruined mills jumbled and heaped under the canal bank and ```markdown ``` Old Canal Chapel. through which a branch line of railroad track has been laid. Water from the canal used to turn, long ago, the wheels of this mill. In the west end of this building is a door, but no window. Above the door is a cross and under this cross this: "Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I will give you rest." On the door is a number, "14218," but there is no street there. On the canal side, which is the north side, is one window, curtained with a thin white fabric, and looking through this window you see a holy picture, chromo or some such art process and beneath the picture is this: "Jesus in Gethsemane—Not my will be done, but Thine." At the back of the building are two small windows. Growing there is a tall sycamore, leafless and disconsolate now. This chapel where for more years than one can tell, has been held a Sunday school for the children of boatmen on the canal. The people who dwell on the canal lands along the river side can give but scant information concerning the chapel or the good woman who conducts it. They knew that her name was Mrs. Saffold. The policeman on-duty at the Aqueduct bridge, Officer Short, also said Mrs. Safford held Sunday school in the little chapel, and said that he might find out something about the lady, her address principally, by inquiring in the drug store at the bridge end. The people there knew of her; she had a prescription filled there once, but further than that they knew not. The city directory threw no light on the subect. A directory often fails one when it is looked to for aid and comfort. OCEAN GIVES UP ITS PREY Mastodon Skeleton and Ancient Ship Cast Up on California Coast. Santa Barbara.—For several days a submarine disturbance has kept the ocean along the south coast in fury, during which time the weather has been fine and the water comparatively calm several miles from the shore. The wreckage of an old ship was cast up. A few miles southward a part of a mastodon skeleton, which apparently had been brought up from a great depth, was washed ashore. The skeleton fragments included about 35 feet of vertebrae and the skull with eight-foot tusks intact. The ship's wreckage bore indications that it had lain on the ocean bottom for perhaps a hundred years. SELLS WIFE FOR ONE CENT Pittsburgher Beats Up Spouse 'Before Giving Her Up to Boarder in Household. Pittsburgh, Pa.—Ignatz Budnick of this city sold his wife to John Kotlos for one cent. Budnick, however, mauled his wife before he gave up possession of her. This brought the trio interested in its bargain sale into Magistrate Fuzzi's court, where Budnick charged us with a statutory offense, and end of the former's charged the in with the same. The three were for court. Singers at Christmas Tree. oo.—Five members of the Chi- and Opera company sang $5. th of songs at the celebration the municipal Christmas tree in it park on Christmas eve. This is amount they would receive if each one song at a regular perform- in a theater. rgeons Operate During Fire. ark, N. J.—Although firemen fighting a blaze in an adjoining surgeons at the Homeopathic continued to successfully op- pon a patient. Worry and You'll Live Long." Orange, N. J.—"Don't worry; 'll sleep well. If you sleep 'll be happy and live long." the rules for longevity given adbury, ninety-three. News of the Churches BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH R. S. L. Howard, the evangelist of the A. M. E. connection, opened a series of revivals on last Sunday. He delivered a very able sermon on last Sunday morning, afternoon and night. He has spoken every night since to large crowds. There is every indication that there will be a number added to the fold at Bethel. Rev. Smyth and the officers and congregation are much pleased with his stay. The music of the choir is beautiful. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN. The teachers and officers of the Sunday school held their regular meeting January 5 at the church. The committee appointed to secure supplies made its report, which was accepted, and it is hoped will increase the efficiency of the school. The spiritual or religious qualification of the teachers was discussed. Preparation is being made for a revival. There was a fair attendance at the communion service last Sunday. QUINN CHAPEL. 24th St. and Wabash Ave. Rev. J. C. Anderson, Pastor. The Quinn Chapel held a large crowd Sunday, notwithstanding the inclement weather. The pastor preached from Exodus 14 in the morning, subject "God's Marching Orders." A subject finely handled. The audience was unusually attentive. The beautiful singing by choir No. 1, with solo by Mrs. Northington, was a distinct feature, adding immensely to the divine worship. Many joined the church. The Lord's bank was a great feature with many contributors. For the evening service the pastor spoke from Matt. 6:33; subject, "The Supremo Interest of Life." The pastor spoke with much enthusiasm, which pervaded the audience room and interested his hearers greatly. Choir No. 2 sang better than ever. All departments are in a fine working order, including the Sunday school, which held a special program. Special services for Sunday, January 11. Choir No. 2 will sing in the morning. Choir No. 1 will sing a cantata in the evening. The public is invited to be a party to the Lord's bank. It is hoped all will bring their Bibles to the morning services. NEW HOPE BAPTIST. Regular services Sunday. At 6 a.m. prayer meeting we had a grand "old time" spiritual meeting. At 11 o'clock service Rev. Mary Jones delivered a most beautiful and interesting sermon to the congregation. Sunday school at 1:30 was dismissed as usual with the Lord's prayer by Master Gussie Hayes. At 3 o'clock service we had a glorious praise meeting. At 8 p.m. Rev. John Connors preached for the congregation. Every Wednesday evening there will be preaching. Every Friday night will be praise services. Every second Sunday of each month is our rally day. Rev. John Connors, pastor. SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH Regular services every Sunday at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m.; Sunday school, 1 p. m.; B. Y. P. U., 7 p. m. Prayer meeting, Wednesday evening. Teachers' board, Thursday evening. The Sunday school elected the following officers for the year: Mr. S. R. Johnson, superintendent; Mrs. Kate Hall, assistant superintendent; Mr. W. W. Daly, second assistant superintendent; Mrs. Laura Jones, secretary; Miss Marie Lewis, assistant secretary; Mrs. Linnie Jordan, organist; Miss Eunice Semlinus, assistant organist; Mr. Montgomery, librarian. The teachers stand as they are. Installation next Sunday. Rally on the fourth Sunday. Rev. D. H. Harris, pastor. HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Notwithstanding the gloomy weather there were inspiring audiences out to hear the pastor at both services. The discourses had practical bearing upon the duties growing out of new opportunities. The Sabbath school was well, attended and much enthusiasm shown by both teachers and scholars. Miss Ora Brumfield conducted the C. E. meeting and gave an interesting talk on the topic. The pastor stated that special revival services would begin next Sunday, to continue for two weeks. Rev. J. H. Holland of Lorain, O., will be the speaker. The public is welcome to all these services. Dr. C. Lee Jefferson delivered his popular lecture, "Greatest of Them All," at the Forest Park Presbyterian Church on New Year's night. In this he shows the indomitable courage and inherent optimism of the Negro to be the secret of his endurance and progress. WALTERS A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. The services were well attended all day on Sunday last. In the morning the sacrament of the Holy Communion was celebrated. In the evening the pastor opened the revival. Dr. Callis preached a sermon inspiring the zealous Christians present to work more earnestly for the salvation of others. The evening service was followed by a special consecration service. Rev. S. S. Scissor of Danville, Ill., is assisting in our revival meetings. Rev. Scissor, who began the work with us on last Monday evening, is a forceful gospel preacher. He brings a message whose truthfulness is reinforced by his own zeal and earnestness. Rev. Scissor is a preacher whose sermons each and every person should hear. He always lives something for you to think ab. The services begin THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. each evening at 8 o'clock. The services are preceded by a half-hour of prayer and praise, beginning at 7:30. The services on next Sunday will be as usual and the public is cordially invited to come and worship with us. The president of the Christian Endeavor wishes to call special attention to the meetings of that society at 6 o'clock each Sunday evening. The church is worthy of a strong Endeavor. Such an organization is impossible, however, without your co-operation. THE INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH 3825 South Dearborn St. Bv R. M. L. The pastor preached Sunday morning from the text, James 1:25. The sermon was a strong and forceful presentation of the theme, "The Perfect Law of Liberty." In the evening Dr. L. M. Fenwick preached earnestly and eloquently from the text, "The wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life." On Tuesday evening the members of Class No. 2 tendered a banquet and testimonial to their esteemed leader, Bro. U. S. Dinglespeel. Mrs. Elnora Dunlap presided and speeches were made by Mr. George Alexander, Mrs. W. F. Jiles, Mr. Henry Barnes, Mrs. C. L. Burgess, Miss Anna Mae Tennis and Dr. A. J. Carey, Mr. and Mrs. Dinglespeel both responded in words beautiful and appreciative. Dr. Carey will preach tomorrow morning and evening. The choir will render new and inspiring music and a cordial welcome is extended to all. Rev. Edward R. Lewis, Pastor. Regular services each Sunday at 10:45 a. m.; Sunday school, 12:30 p. m.; Lyceum, 4 p. m.; Epworth League, 7:30 p. m.; evening service, 8 o'clock. The officers of St. Luke are well pleased with the start the membership has made for the year 1914. Their financial plan is well liked by the membership and too much credit cannot be given to Bro. Gibson, the originator. The membership now numbers 83, and who will doubt that we will not labor with our pastor to secure 100 members for our first conference year. You are cordially invited to come and help swell this number. Our revival is now in session. Come and bring some one who is not saved. The lady evangelist, Rev. Mark Hill, is very ably assisting the pastor in these spiritual meetings. The Lyceum president, Attorney L. A. Caldwell, furnished those present on last Sunday with a very interesting program. At the Epworth League meeting Rev.H. A. Smith, the founder of St. Luke, spoke and left many helpful lessons with us. Other members spoke on the past year's work of the organization. We hope to increase our membership to 200 during this year. The choir rendered very excellent music on last Sunday at both services. We hope they will continue. HYDE PARK A. M. E. CHURCH. Rev. W. H. Griffin. Pastor. Services on Sunday at 11 a. m. and 8:15 p. m. Sunday school 3 p. m. Christian Endeavor at 7:30 p. m. Mrs. Fuller president prayer meeting on Wednesday evening at 8 p. m. All are invited. Rev. W. H. Griffin gave us a splendid discourse last Sunday evening; subject, "What Christ Saw While on the Cross." He pictured four groups—the Roman soldiers, the scoffing Jews, the curious and the desciples of Christ—and inquired to which group do you belong; or have you asked as the thief, "Remember me." The Logos Club was honored last Tuesday evening with a very instructive address by Miss Lurena Tolman on woman suffrage. She is one of Hyde Park's leading young ladies and secretary of the Hyde Park Suffrage Club. She was complimented by Mrs. A. J. Lee. We were entertained by the Logos Quartette, the Logos Club's musical idols, little Misses Myrene Brooks and Victoria Raymore, solo by Mr. Smith, piano accompaniment by Mrs. Rev. W. H. Griffin, Mrs. Golden B. Brooks presented Mansfield's "Soilloquy on the Junfrau." Mr. Parker, "Rastus;" Mr. Burrows, "Our Own Mistake." The entertainment opened with "My Country 'Tis of Thee," by Sunday school children. Music was by Prof. Buckner, assisted by Miss Gladys Lee. Next Tuesday evening Attorney A. L. Williams, of Hyde Park, will give us legal instructions as to "color line drawn" and "damage suits." Admission free. All welcome. L. W. Washington, pres. M. D. D. Lacy, proprietor of the Hyde Park Hotel Barber Shop, has gone to visit his home in Mobile, Ala., and will also visit Tuskegee Institute. If his movements to us would record by wireless telegraph, in memories of home, could we afford other than join his laugh? THE REASON WHY. Read and Be Properly Informed. The Chicago Tribune of several Sundays ago published a full page of cuts, representing all the nationalities who are attending the public schools. A picture of each nationality was there except the Negro. A reader inquires why the race was not represented, it is because it is against the policy of the paper to publish the picture of a colored boy or girl without a broom or cleaning a cuspidate, therefore you did not see the colored boy or girl who was attending school. THE SAMARITAN CLUB. The Samaritan Club met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Poterfield, 3228 Wabash avenue. The next meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Oglebsy, 3744 Rhodes avenue. Miss Martha Gardner, president LITTLE KITTEN PICKS AN ODD COMPANION Takes Refuge With a Big Black Bear Which Was in San Francisco—Queer things are always happening out at Golden Gate park, and Sergt. Pat Magee of the park mounted squad, better known to the frequenters of the city's big playground as the "animal man," is generally on hand when they happen. He has become so used to the extraordinary among his animal friends that it takes, a great deal to astonish him; but when passing the bear cages the other day he witnessed the spectacle of a rather forlorn and bedraggled gray kitten cuddled up against the side of a big black bear, he could hardly believe his eyes. "Jimmy Rolph" is the bear's name, and a few weeks ago he distinguished himself by entering into a battle with and nearly killing the largest silver-tip bear in the enclosure. For this crime he was consigned to a small cage. A bear is eating a tree. Fond of Its Little Visitor. where he has since led a lonely existence as an example to other bears similarly included. The ferocity of "Jimmy," however, according to the sergeant, does not bother the kitten, and, strange to relate, the former seems to be exceedingly fond of his little visitor, with whom he lazily plays, receiving his scratches and bites with apparent pleasure and sharing with him the food that is passed through the bars. "The bear is in a state of semibibernation, and this may account for his being willing to harbor the outcast feline," said McGee, "but, any way you take it, it is an odd friendship, and it is worth a trip to the park to see the old pair together." EATS 486 GRAINS OF CORN Rooster Does Feat in Twenty Minutes in Public at a Missouri Store: Montgomery City, Mo.—How many grains of corn can an eight-pound rooster eat in 20 minutes when he is the observed of all observers in a show window, and most of the observers have guessed at the number of grains in the hope of winning prizes? The answer is 486 grains. Proof of this capacity for swallowing corn was given in the show window of John Martin's store when a Buff Orpington rooster took 20 minutes for his dinner. Martin had advertised first, second and third prizes for the most nearly correct guesses as to the number of grains the rooster would devour. A large crowd gathered in front of the window. A pan of corn, the grains in which had been counted, was placed in the window. Time was called. Mr. Rooster fell to on the tittits. For five minutes he pecked vigorously at the grains. Then he began to slow up, but he continued swallowing corn at frequent intervals until the 20 minutes expired. Evidently he had enough, for he quit eating voluntarily. The pan was removed, the grains were counted and 486 were found missing. Three persons guessed within one of the correct figure. FIRST MORTGAGE Plus EXPERIENCED SERVI We own and offer, subject to prior sale, the following producing property: $20,000 DARRY LUNCH Secured by the STATE STREET THEATER B Location—3505-7-9-11, S. State St. These bonds mature at the rate of $400.00 --- day school is who had better sport coat to the to it? any beaus that she d that was Me. BJ. the girl d down-hearted over girl. 6. G. G., ls, wh coat doll that could ? You had better HOUS CUSTOMS n Primitive Style, n Own Ideas of l Recreation. man suffers intense every winter, the n the far north of h trouble. A travail boots are also skin, and are worn toes are pointed so as to be easily ki. The Lapp ushalf full with a pe- into which he hoe; he then packs more grass; tucks roussers inside and round with many woven braid. With they never suffer chilblains, corns ced complaints are to them." customs the same Lappas are essence, and spend most edering fancy free and glorious scenery only. However, at stillness of the fro- comes too still and ands start toward ting place. Twice these general gath and midsummer- ate and hold a gen- these occasions their weddings e revelries last only not many marriages in couples who par- pet previously. happ can afford to her for himself he tent, takes a wife awhere his heart grates. There are ditions in Lapland. have no reindeer, or eve what he had, he hich man and helps hel, but he lives and th the same tent, and and equality, until he tet off with his own >revup the Eyes ouse beauty of a child's is habit of screwing up Trick points very plain-istiction and calls aloud it in oculist. The visit reyed, for ugly wrinkles es is the least evil of it. short-sighted child is capped when it begins and neglected myopia es eye trouble in later prescribed spectacles es required to end this able. With a Long "Recipe," officers of the Cat club in east side woman has allly valuable cat which bibited at the forthcoming I called her on the telecure about it. "Yes, he's hat," the woman replied, it take $200 for him. We him when he was a litter he's got a long recipe," ity Star. Jersey's Products ey in the only state of any as a mineral producer in utilization of the clay rehabilitates the chief industry caves over fifty per cent. of area of the state. The clay if the state have included clay brick and tile and evapottery produced in the area classified by the fed- of the Mississippi. of the Mississippi. most peculiar things Mississippi river was figured armament engineer. He should be possible for a light canoe at Greenw by floating down tides and portaging four and find himself 40 miles where he started. NEW LIFE AND HOPE By GEORGE ELMER COBB. Abel Darrow had two appurtenances that wore prominent and peculiar to himself—a wooden leg and a lawsuit. The false limb was old, clumsy and splintery, for he could not afford an artificial one. The lawsuit also was frayed and worn and weak, for the reason, Abel declared, that he did not have the capital to push it to a conclusion. Abel worked in a bank, and his duties, like himself, were erratic. He had charge of the waste paper department of the institution. That is, every afternoon after banking hours he collected all the waste baskets and laced them in a little store room just carefully as were the money trays set in the big safety vault of the bank. Through the day, too, he patrolled the institution, picking up every bit of stray paper thrown on the floor or left at the depositors' desks. "In my time," Abel had often affirmed, "I have found as high as a clean thousand in cash dropped by a careless customer, and the checks and drafts I fish out from the waste paper mean a whole lot to the bank. For this original occupation Abel received a nominal salary, but was allowed to sell all waste paper to the mills, and this amounted to quite considerable in a year's time. Abel lived in a garret room of a boarding house kept by a Mrs. Smith. Miss Eva Tracey lived at the same place. She was a stenographer, and through two years almost every day Abel had bowed to her as they met on the stairway or at table. Beyond that, amid his troubles, Abel, in his reticent self centered way he knew her only casually as he knew hundreds of others. One evening he came to know the pretty maid very much better, however, and it was a bright spot in his dreary life. He came home to find that a defective chimney had scattered sparks on the roof of the house, and this was partly burned off before the flames were extinguished. The floor of the room Abel occupied was covered with cinders and water, and Mrs. Smith told him he would have to sleep on a couch in the library for a A man and a woman sit in a living room, each holding a book. They appear to be engaged in a conversation, with the man reading from a book and the woman listening intently. The room is decorated with a painting of a landscape on the wall. I Was Grossly Deceived. night or two until the damage was remedied. After supper Abel repaired to the parlor to pass the evening. He found a book in a chair and began reading it. He had been thus engaged for a few minutes when Miss Tracey entered the room. He nodded to her, and then, as he observed her looking about from place to place, remarked: "Only to take it to my room," was the reply. "But I have read it, and you are welcome to the use of it." That broke the ice. She sat down near to him. The conversation drifted on pleasantly. If Abel Darrow had been more observant, he would have noticed that the young lady seemed eagerly pleased at an opportunity to make his friendly acquaintance. Finally she said: "I have often wondered what became of the young man who seemed so intimate with you when I first came to the boarding house here." "You, mean Robert Burton?" spoke Mr. Darrow, a shade first gloomy, then sorrowful coming into his expressive face. "Yes, I—I think that was his name. In fact, I am sure of it. I—I knew him slightly," and Eva flushed deeply. "I thought him my best friend," explained Abel, and something like a sob choked clear utterance. "I was grossly deceived. I loved him as a father and helped him to his feet when he was penniless and friendless, and—he sold me out." "Oh, Mr. Darrow!" exclaimed Eya, growing deathly pale. "It cannot be!" Abel stared in wonderment at his companion at this revelation of fervid and unexpected emotion. "Did he also deceive you?" he asked bluntly. "Oh, no—that is—I knew him, we were friends. I learned to esteem him and—he went away so abruptly I—I have often thought of him," fluttered Eya. "He is unworthy of your thought," persisted Abel. "I'm sorry to say it, but it is true. As you must know, three years ago I lost a limb in a machine while in the service of William Lane & Co. Lane witnessed the accident, and knew that it was due to the carelessness of the firm. He offered me a trifle to settle, which I refused. I brought my suit for $10,000. It is now pending. One evening he came to my room here with a new offer. I laughed at it. Robert Burton heard him. In a trial his evidence might help me. A week later Robert disappeared." "And you have not heard from him since?" asked Eva anxiously. "Only once—a mere line from a distant city. "What—what did it say?" pressed "Ear—angely." "And that is all?" murmured Eva raguely. "No, I must tell you the worst. I positively know that Mr. Lane went west for his health, young Burton went with him as an attendant. Can't you see how it is—the boy I so loved has gone over to the enemy! They have bribed him to remain out of the field as a witness in my behalh." "I can't understand it at all," sighed Eva. "He was so grateful to you, he was so kind to everybody." Three evenings later Eva met Abel at the door of the parlor. She drew him within the room. Her eyes were red with weeping, her face colorless and traversed with anguish. "Read," she said sadly, and handed a newspaper to Abel, pointing to an item on one of its pages. According to that, William Lano and Robert Burton, traveling in the far west, had started to cross an arid desert stretch and had not been seen since. They were supposed to have miserably perished in a sudden sandstorm that had come up. "Poor, misguided boy!" sobbed Abel. "If he had only been true to me!" And in his grief he spoke tender forgiving words that showed that his heart was not hardened. And Eva mingled her tears with his, and Abel knew that this fair young girl had loved Robert Burton. The blow prostrated Abel. He was not equal to going to work the next day. Eva that evening hastened up to his room with some dainties for the invalid. "I nearly fell from her hand as €" the apartment she saw—Robert Burton! Abel was seated in an easy chair, wreathed in smiles. Never had Eva seen him look so bright and happy. Robert, bronzed, brisk, sturdy, interrupted the embarrassed visitor as she tried to retreat. "What! going without shaking hands with me? rallied Robert. "You, who have been a comforter and support to my dear old friend, Mr. Darrow?" He relieved her of the tray. He held her hands till they trembled and her cheeks were a lovely carriage pink. "I have come back to give my old benefactor new life and hope, and to say to you—listen, dear. I should have said it the day I left you—I love you." She stood swaying, overcome, but happy. She dared not look up for fear the glowing joy of that exquisite moment depart. "I have brought to our friend a document that will win him his case," explained Robert. "I lured William Lane into the desert purposely. Lost, in deadly peril, I vowed we would die together, but he should right a great wrong. I forced him to a written confession which he dare not gainay, and—stick to the ship, friend, for you are bound for a sure, safe port." "With a wedding at the end of it!" cried Jabel Darrow enthusiastically. "My boy, it was—my girl, too, now!" And the bliss of old Abel Darrow was complete. (Copyright, 1917, by W. G. Chapman.) SHOW CHANGE OF THE AGES Geologists Can Make Exact Determination of Periods Through the Study of Fossils. Within the last few years, as the work of the United States geological survey has given geologists a larger knowledge of the rocks of the United States, a new sort of geography has sprung up—fossil geography. In this new geography the lands and seas of the remote past are mapped in their true form, and by means of these maps one may follow the development of the American continent and trace its many changes of land and water from age to age. It may seem scarcely possible to map these ancient lands and seas by studying handfuls of fossils taken from the rocks on their sites, but this is what is being done. The geologist can trace these geographic changes by noting the extent of successive formations and the changes in the character of the rocks, but the age and the identity of a geological formation must be determined principally by means of the fossils it contains. The more exact determination of the ages of sedimentary formation—the floors of ancient seas—makes possible, among other things, the correlation from place to place of geographic changes and shows the direction of invasion or retreat of oceanic waters. Advertising Novelty A western retail dealer is securing for himself a measure of publicity quite out of proportion to its cost. This dealer has had all the lamps in his store wired to a switch which can be operated by a push button outside the entrance. Over the button there is a sign reading: "You can see our store by pushing this button." Many of those who pass during the evening hours, yield to their curiosity and push the button, whereupon the entire interior is lighted. The lamps are cut off automatically as soon as the switch is released, and the scheme has caused considerable comment.—Electrical World. Lucid. An automobilist driving in Long Island asked a small boy the way to Oyster Bay. The boy thought a while and then said: "Go straight up there and you'll pass where the watermelon field was three years ago; then go straight on and you'll pass where the corn was two years ago. Then turn to your left, and turn to your right after that, and then turn to your right again, and you'll pass the place a man was killed by an automobile last year. If you go along about a mile you come to where Mr. Jones lived before he moved over to Port Washington; and then turn to your left and you'll see Oyster Bay."—New York Evening Post. A widely known firm of manufacturers of cameras and photographers' supplies use between six and seven tons of silver a month for making nitrate of silver. It claims to be the largest consumer of silver bullion in the United States, but the Engineering and Mining Journal expresses the opinion that some of the silverplaters may be larger consumers even than this firm. 3575 RHODES AV APT. J—Nicely fur- able for a gentleman or married couple. Use of kitchen. First-class janitor service. Phone Doug. 5086. 11-17 523 E. 31TH PL.—Furnished or unfurnished rooms, with kitchen privileges; steam heat and all other modern conveniences. 2d flat. Phone Doug. $238. 10-17 3706 WABASH AV.—Furnished or unfurnished rooms; conveniences all modern. Terms reasonable. 10-17 21 E. 35TH ST.—One small room, suitable for gentleman. All modern improvements. Near L and surface car lines. 10-7 4329 EORESTVILLE AV. 2D FLAT. Neatly furnished room, all modern conveniences. Steam heat. Phone Aut. 72269. 10-17 3828 VERNON AV.—Nicely furnished rooms. Comfortably heated by furnace. Conveniences all modern. Near car line. Phone Doug. 828. 10-17 2342 PRAINIE AV.—Neatly furnished rooms. Furnace heat, hot and cold bath. Phone 9180 Douglas. 10-17 4439 STATE ST. 2D FLAT—Nicely furnished rooms, comfortably heated. All modern conveniences. Call evenings and 5 o'clock. 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He met every chief in the district, held large palavers at all the places he visited. He was greatly struck by the fact that most of the chiefs even in the wilder regions, made eager inquiries for education. They asked that the government would send them teachers so that they might read and write. Cerberus. In Greek fable Cerberus was the three-headed dog that watches outside the entrance to hades. Some writers assert that he had 50 heads, but generally he is said to have three, and three snakes are twined about his neck. His cave was on the farther side of the dark River Styx, where Charon, the ferryman of the dead, landed the shades. Cerberus is supposed to welcome all entering hades, but to seize all those seeking to escape. Screwing up the Eyes Disastrous to the beauty of a child's expression is the habit of screwing up the eyes. The trick points very plainly to defective vision and calls aloud for a visit to an oculist. The visit must not be delayed, for ugly wrinkles around the eyes is the least evil of this defect. A short-sighted child is severely handicapped when it begins in 'school life, and neglected myopia leads to serious eye trouble in later life. Properly prescribed spectacles are all that is required to end this particular trouble. Landlords Too Greedy. Attempts to fix by statute the wages of agricultural laborers in England were largely responsible for the great revolt of 1381, or "Wat Tyler's rebellion." It represented the despairing effort of landowners to get back to the level of wages, before the black death same to make labor dear. But the lord of the manor overshot the mark. He wanted the day wage kept down to four cents to six cents a day. Had he put six cents to eight cents in the schedule there might have been no rebellion. Interesting Origin In England money is characterized by the word "sterling." because in the time of Richard Coeur de Lion money coined in the eastern part of Germany became, on account of its purity, in especial request in England, and was called Easterling money, as all the inhabitants of that part of Germany were called Easterlings. Soon after that time some of those people who were skilled in coling were sent for and went to London to bring the coin to perfection. That was the foundation of the practice of designating English amounts "sterling." Superlatives in Advertising Japanese advertisers believe in a lavish use of superlatives. "The paper we sell," runs the announcement in a Tokyo stationer's window, "as as solid as the hide of an elephant." "Step inside!" is the invocation of a big multiple shop in the same city. "You will be welcomed as fondly as a ray of sunshine after a rainy day. Our assistants are as amiable as a father seeking a husband for a do-well daughter. Goods are dispatched to customers' houses with the rapidity of a shot from the cannon's mouth." Bemoaning His Youth. Fontenelle, when nearly a hundred years old, stumbled when trying to pick up the fan of a young and pretty lady, says the Pall Mall Gazette. While she helped him to reach it, "Ah!" he cried, "if only I was eighty again!" Just a Suggestion. Neighbor—"Every time you feed your dog, he brings the bones over and gnaws them on our premises. Isn't there some way to, stop it?" Owner—"Suppose you feed him here after; then he'll probably bring them over and gnaw them on my premises." —Puck OPPORTUNITY AT YOUK DOOR! 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., 2522 South State street, room 10. The number of pupils is augmenting enormously. Those who are late to become members should lose no time. 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Please give both the old and new address; and in writing the paper always be careful to give both the state and postoffice, as well as name. IF YOU SEE IT IN THE DEFENDER, IT IS SO. COURT GENERAL ROBERT ELLIOTT, No. 7295, Ancient Order of Foresters, meets every second and fourth Monday night in each month at Old Fellows' Enail, 3337 State street. Lodge Officers. Frank W. Taylor, Fla. Sec., 5621 Grove av. Phone Norma 7502. Frank L. Crrittenden, Treasurer. Resident 2144 Dearborn st. Phone Calumna 3213. Stanley Dorch, Chief Ranger. Residence, 5613 Wabash av. Phone Went 6465. SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 1914. Our London Office 17 Green Street Sharing Road London, England, W. C. PESSIMISTS. Some folks are curious critters—nothin' pleases 'em at all. In summer they want winter, an' in spring they wish 'twas fall. Jest let th' sun be shinin' an' they'll try hard to explain It's always bright and cheery-like afore it starts to rain. An' take 'em when they're crackin' nuts, you'll see 'em twitch an' squirm, Bellevin in each kernel 'at they're goin' to find a worm; An' more an like when Gabriel the final trumpet blows They'll think it is a fog horn till th' gates on 'em they close. Colonel John R. Marshall is a Republican. Oh, what will the price of ice be next summer if this weather keeps up? What has become of our old friends, Blease and Vardaman? Their silence is oppressive. It seems hard to get down to ham and cabbage after living on turkey and cranberry sauce. What has become of the croakers who predicted that we were to have a long hard winter? Philadelphia is waking up a bit. Last year they coined in the mint $2,000,000 more than the year previous, and money talks. Don't give up. Surely concealed about the vast quantity of advertising matter mailed you will be found a calendar for the New Year. The American war correspondent can take his pen in hand and destroy mexican rebels than all of Huer-diers combined. meantime, if you feel the more education and cannot at-ol in the day, the night running in full blast. d weather keeps up some- to have a lot of cold- in their hands that they dispose of for less than It is gratifying to note that almost every store in the "Stroll" has either put in a new ont or done something to improve the appearance of the old one. A prosperous looking place is the best advertisement. During the busy season we lost sight of the fact that they were still fighting in Mexico, and the rebels are capturing towns with unpronounceable names every now and then, but we should worry as long as our soldiers are not being used for targets. Two white men who were compelled to ride from Huntington, W. Va., to Louisville, Ky., in a coach with colored people were awarded $2,950, while a Pullman porter who was seriously injured in a train wreck was awarded $1,250, and yet they say the laws are just. Booker T. is still keeping the world informed as to the number of lynching bees. Only forty-three out of forty-four of the victims were colored. No doubt we should be thankful they were not all colored. How many of the total number were innocent doesn't matter. The mob had its "fun" without fear of the law, so it should worry. And we wonder why people are anarchists. COL. MARSHALL'S RESIGNATION. The resignation of Colonel John R. Marshall as colonel of the Eighth Illinois National Guard should be regretted by all fair-minded citizens of the state of Illinois. Colonel Marshall's long and honorable service as head of this organization, his volunteer service in relieving the First Regiment in Cuba, his soldierly conduct while there, his unselfish conduct as a citizen in all that pertained to the common welfare of his race, and last but not least, his exemplary home life entitles him to a place in the foremost rank of Negro leadership. FRESH AIR. We do not wish to steal the thunder from Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams, who edits our health column, but we do wish to emphasize the importance during the next two or three months of cold weather of keeping the house warm but well ventilated. When the radiator is turned on, open the window slightly so the fresh air will come in and the bad air go out. Cover up well at night with blankets, but open the window wide. It is better to be a little cold than to rise with the headache. Incidentally the hot polluted air is a good breeding spot for germs of all diseases. There is nothing so helpful as fresh air. TANGO DANCING According to Policewoman Frances Willsey and other officers, the tango dance is responsible for the downfall of many young girls in their teens and older women as well. Those who have witnessed the dance can readily see how this could be so. It is vulgar in the extreme, and utterly unfit for decent society, if not in its original form, the way it is commonly interpreted. The simple fact that the police are trying to stop it should be incentive enough for every mother to caution her daughters against it. It is a novelty, and, like every other novelty, is begging for its inning; but the cost is too heavy and it must give way. If we must have something, why not resort to our old-fashioned quadrilles, minuettes, etc.? They would pass any censorship. Let us have no more vulgar dances. RUSSIA'S POLICY. The colored people of America are not the only ones that are made to suffer unjustly. For instance, in Russia the relentlessness with which officials crush any inspiration toward freedom among the Poles was demonstrated recently when two young Polish women, the Baroness von Rosenberg and Mlle. Cobilinsky, were sentenced to one month and twenty-one days' imprisonment respectively for singing the Polish anthem which is a prayer for Polish independence. And this is independent of what is meted out to the Jews on the slightest provocation—in fact, whether there be a provocation or not. It is said that "misery likes company," but that is not applicable in this case, for the colored people of America deeply sympathize with any race of people which suffers injustice. SUFFRAGE MOVEMENT. General Rosalle Jones and her army of suffragettes must be trying to put the railroads out of business. They march from town to town in the state of New York as though they were just going across the street to gossip with a neighbor. While as yet we have not had a repetition of the London scenes, it is evident that the women are becoming more active. In the coming election no doubt they will prove a great factor and the candidate who is fortunate enough to gain their support need have no fear of the outcome. Up to the present there has been very little discrimination shown, the organization seeming glad to have the support of the colored women, and it is gratifying to see our women getting in on the ground floor of the proposition and having a voice in their deliberations. The coming of Mrs. Pankhurst to America and the views she expounded on the race question did much to allay the slight friction that came up. The suffragettes need the colored women and the colored women need the white suffragettes, and there you are. Y. M. C. A. MOVEMENT. The Y. M. C. A. movement has become so widespread that there will scarcely be a city where any great number of colored people reside that will not have a building of their own. It is astonishing the interest shown and the amount of money raised in this cause. Such institutions have long been needed, but it needed a Rosenwald to put thoughts into action. Twenty-five thousand dollars makes a very comfortable nest egg to start with. THE CHICAGO J It does more. I views the trust and confidence this terious Chicagoan has in the race and elsewhere. And others through him are led to giving generously. The objections raised that such places only tended to further segregate the races was met by the argument that here we are simply known as "The Wabash Avenue Department of the Y. M. C. A." The same as other branches throughout the city are designated. While we know that it is especially ours, the sting is not there, and its doors stand open for all who wish to join. The healthful effect on the community has been apparent since the very day the doors were opened, and so much is being done within its walls to encourage and elevate, Chicago will have a body of young men strong enough mentally and morally to combat with the ever-perplexing questions of the day. Bearing this in mind, let us unstintingly support our splendid Y. M. C. A. All of Chicago has seemingly turned over a new leaf. A mass meeting was recently held at which one thousand churches were represented, the object of which was to launch a movement with the purpose of securing the attendance of every man in the city at church on Sunday, February 1, and thereafter if possible every Sunday. This will be a herculean task, but with a concentrated effort it can be done—at least a goodly portion of the stronger sex can be gathered, with persuasion in a house of worship once anyway. On their first impression depends whether they return or not. We refer, of course, to those who give church matters little or no concern. These stray sheep are what the roundup is for mainly. Chicago is no worse in this respect than other cities. In fact we flatter ourselves that we are just a little better. Otherwise there would be no such movement as this and others similar. No man need have fear, if he attends as requested, that he will be depriving some other fellow of a place. There is room for all and every denomination' is represented. One visit will convince the most skeptical what they are missing. The undertaking is novel and worth while, and will undoubtedly prove beneficial to all. It is said, and truly, that there is nothing in this world more highly to be prized than a friend, a friend who sticks to you through thick and thin, providing you are in the right. The colored people have reason to feel and believe they have such a friend in the Daily News, whose columns ever since the inception of the paper have been open to them that they might present to the world their side of the story—a story that would beggar the greatest word artist to paint. Its editorial columns from time to time have contained friendly and helpful articles, and it has not flaunted the crime of the debased Negro more than that of the debased white man. "Yellow journalism" has never appealed to it. Unlike many other papers, it has given prominence to things worthy the Negro has done or is doing. In a recent issue practically half a page is devoted to "The Other Fellow's Burden," a poem by Hon. W. Allison Sweeney, which, as the Daily News says, "sketches with powerful strokes the lamentable history of the colored people of the United States and to all members of the white race who realize the significance of Lincoln's act of striking off the shackles of an enslaved race." The Daily News is a welcome visitor in the home of every man of color, for it is the last word in great metropolitan papers. Speculation is rife as to the new lineup of the Eighth Regiment, which is made necessary by the recent vacancy in the colonelship. It is evident that this matter should be given careful consideration by those entitled to vote for the new commanding officer. If it were a matter left to public choice there would be an entire change in the personnel of the staff officers—that is to say, the ranking men would move up all along the line. This plan would minimize friction and act as an incentive to all who yearn after military life to join this regiment. As the only Northern regiment officered entirely by colored men it occupies a unique place in things military and in the public eye. The high standard of service maintained, the faultless department of the rank and file at all times are the best refutation of the oft made statement that colored men will not take orders from their own race. It is also said that the race has never learned to classify itself, but the following incident will prove the fallacy of that. A private, being asked who in his opinion would be the next colonel, replied: "How should I know? You are speaking about my superior officer. That matter is not for privates to discuss. I have taken part in company elections and it is time enough when I get in that class to discuss those things." With the election scheduled for Monday night, let all petty jealousies be eliminated. There is too much at stake to squabble over trifles. Much has been done and much remains to be done before the new armory can be built, the greatest need the regiment now has. The logical thing to do is to elect the men most competent and conversant with the situation. There has never been a time when the Eighth has failed to do its duty, its whole duty, and we feel assured that they will do the right thing at this important time. Washington, D. C., Jan. 9.-Under the caption "Curb Them" the Washington Bee this week carries the following significant editorial: "The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is a movement with whose fundamental principles no sane Negro can disagree. Many-yes, most-of-the men and FEBRUARY 1 CHURCH DAY. CHICAGO DAILY NEWS EIGHTH REGIMENT LINEUP NDER. women connected with it are in the organization for a high altruistic purpose. The Bee is in sympathy with the organization, and not only is the Bee in sympathy with it but we profess to be and are a staunch supporter of the principles of the organization. The association, like every other organization, has its misguided zealots and its selfish camp followers. These should be curbed and eliminated. These misguided zealots and selfish camp followers appear to think the only way to propagate the principles of the association is to assail Dr. Booker T. Washington and minimize the good he has done and is doing. There is nothing that is really counterwise to the other in either of the two great movements—one to educate the hand along with the head, and the other to maintain or recover our constitutionally vouchsafed rights. The first is designed to assure just what the second is agitating. "Dr. Washington wants every citizen right and privilege which the most radical N. A. A. C. P. is clamoring for. He has been charged by a few zealots with having minimized the necessity of equal suffrage for the Negro. He has done nothing of the kind. He has simply emphasized the necessity of preparedness on the part of the race. Because he advocates industrial education for the masses of his race, the very thing the whites are advocating for their race, he is wrongly accused of opposing higher education. He meets this accusation not with written or verbal denial, but with employment given to more Negroes graduated from the so-called schools of higher education, and at better salaries than any other Negro. "If it is part of the creed of the N. A. A. C. P. to go forth advocating the acceptance of its principles, while at the same time bitterly assailing Dr. Washington, its field will be so restricted as to be practically barren of results. We do not believe, and we know the fundamental principles of the association do not inspire, criticism of those who have the same identical aim but whose route to the citadel of equality before the law is but a distinction without a difference. You cannot shake Dr. Washington's hold upon his race, and you cannot lessen his influence for good by unwarranted attacks. He has achieved and is achieving for his race, and the race is conscious of it. Because he is sane is no reason why he should be accused of retarding any movement that has for its aim the betterment of the race he has and is serving most loyally and unselfishly. Because he believes in doing, actually doing, instead of standing on street corners and anathematizing, is no reason to suppose that he does not want eery right and privilege enjoyed by any other American citizen. "The N. A. A. C. P. has too laudable an aim to have its usefulness impaired by a few misguided zealots or selfish camp followers who assume that to be powerful they must indulge in daily and windy criticisms of Dr. Washington. Catering to the needs of the masses through education best suited, and contending for constitutionally vouchsafed rights ought to be harmonious movements. "The N. A. A. C. P. cannot eliminate Dr. Washington, but it can eliminate itself by a foolish warfare on him. Curb the misguided zealots and eliminate the selfish camp followers, no matter in which camp the first enjoy prominence, or the second, who are parasites, find a living." A TRUE FAIRY TALE A little over eight years ago a knight with a small band of followers came to Chicago. The knight was in search, as was a knight in ancient times, of a holy grail. That this city was the abiding place of the grail he knew, for in his soul God was ever speaking. Now the grail he sought was not the same (though just as precious) as was it in olden times. The grail he sought was the uplifting of a fallen race. Obstacle upon obstacle obstructed his path. Objections, hatred, sneers greeted him at every step, until at times, worn out with strife, God speaking in his soul alone kept him from despair. Every oppression only served to strengthen the vallant spirit; every sneer an inspiration, striving, ever striving to reach the grail; and the race—poor, downtrodden race—though in such need of succor, did not welcome this knight with open arms. Ever suspicious from its many wrongs, it looked askant at the noble knight who was trying to help lift its heavy burden. Slowly the time passed—slowly and sadly for the knight—but surely advancing on the grail. Slowly but surely my people saw that he was a friend who spoke with love and wisdom, as one inspired by God. Slowly they awoke from their apathy, to sleep no more. Slowly—yes, but as surely—they are advancing to the light, until there are thousands enrolled under the banner of this knight of the modern grail, the Chicago Defender. Strive on, aye, strive on, dearest knight; Unfurl thy banner for the fight For freedom in the broadest way, Begun past fifty years today. Strive on without one thought of fear; Strive on for what we hold most dear, For in this land our fathers died, And in this land must we abide. Then must ye strive, ye great and small To gain a foothold on the wall For honor. Courage, fearless knight; Lead on—we'll follow, and—we'll fight. LOUISE FORTIER SMITH. Mrs. Sarath Bell Manor, 3412 State street, wishes to locate her relatives who were born in Charlotte, N. C. Her mother, Mrs. Ann Bell, stepfather Robert Bell, two children, Sarah and Sam Bell. Sam Bell died when small. Aunt Judy Bell, when last heard of, living. Mother and father died in Memphis during epidemic of cholera. WHEREABOUTS Keep By Dr. A. A Weekly Measures, Hygienics, will be Di scriptions w Column. "Cold In Head." It is very popular now to have a "cold in the head" or some other kind of a cold, as "cold in chest," "cold in throat," etc. At this time we are going to speak of "cold in the head," which is very prevalent at this season of the year. A "cold in the head" is an every day occurrence and is due to our habits of living; it is a disease of civilization; it is the price that man must pay for being civilized (?). A "cold in the head" is one of the annoying house diseases, and it goes along with pneumonia, the Captain of the Man of Death, bronchitis, pleurisy, consumption and many other foul air diseases. Human beings and animals had none of these diseases until man came to live in houses and animals were placed in barns, etc. They lived nearer to nature and did not possess so many of the hot house flower qualities. Cause of "Cold in the Head." One of the great causes of "cold in the head" is the overheated living and sleeping apartments. In olden times the chimney assisted in ventilating our sleeping apartments. The temperature of our living rooms should be in the neighborhood of 68 or 70 degrees. Recent experiments in France have shown that when the temperature of the living room is above 68 or 70, certain dangerous poisons are generated in the expired air which act on the human being as a rank poison Don't be afraid of fresh air; don't be afraid of catching cold. The skin is the great protector of the internal organs and we should accustom the skin to cold baths, sudden atmospheric changes by not wearing too heavy and too many clothes. We should dress according to the atmospheric conditions, and not to the season of the year. Many people form the habit of dressing according to the season of the year, for instance, because it is winter, regardless of the temperature, or the atmospheric condition, they feel that they must wear fur coats, heavy underskirts, vest coats, sweaters, overcoats, rubber coats, waterproof garments, and dress themselves in airlight manner in order "to keep out the gold." Effects of Tender Skin. People who make their skin too tender by the use of hot baths, overdressing, etc. are very easy to call "cold," as they call it. The least exposure to sudden changes in the temperature will give one individual a sizing, cold in the head, and another individual may have acute inflammation of the middle ear. In old men it often produces irritation and inflammation of the bladder. In others it may produce diarrhea. In other tender skin individuals it may produce pleurisy and "cold in the chest." Sneezing, obstruction of the nose, nasal catarrh, headache, dryness of the throat, eyes painful, red, inflamed and running water, nose discharging a salty burning secretion, some fever, a little cough, inability to read or to concentrate the mind, constipation, impairment, or loss of taste, impairment of hearing, difficulty in breathing, and often one or both sides of the nasal cavity is completely closed and will cause frequent and painful sneezing in an effort to open the nasal passage. There is often a dripping of mucous in the back part of the throat, which causes a constant hawking or clearing of the throat for the purpose of expelling said mucous. Management of "Cold in the Head." One who has "cold in the head" should rest in a well ventilated house, because colds often lead to serious conditions. They often produce catarrh of the head, catarrh of the stomach, catarrh of the middle ear; therefore, one with "cold in the head" should avoid over-heated living apartments and unsanitary apartments. All paper napkins used by the individual with "cold in the head" should be burned" and all handkerchiefs and clothes properly washed, because we are certain that "cold in the head" is due to microbic infection and not to cold air. Avoid huddling together in small quarters, playing cards, theaters and churches that are not properly ventilated, all public assemblies and lodge rooms where the air is foul, and never be afraid to have your windows open so as to admit the fresh air, and let out the foul air. Eat lightly, unload your bowels, take a good hot footbath, get up a good sweat, and then, if no better in 24 hours, send for your physician. Some Consequences of "Cold in the Head." Colds in the head tend to debilitate and undermine the system and render your general system as a fit soil for the germs to grow and multiply, which cause certain bad air house diseases, such as bronchitis, consumption, pneumonia and other infectious diseases. Do you realize, Mr. Reader, that one funeral out of every four represents a death from pneumonia—"the Captain of the Man of Death"—and consumption? Pneumonia is killing more people in Chicago today than any other disease. Have you ever considered that pneumonia and consumption are largely preventable diseases and that you can prevent pneumonia and consum- Symptoms. Famous Author Perhaps the most tors who started with Fenimore Cooper, of the "Last of the Russell, the author, Wide, Wide Sea," from the author of "The chalot." This trio- lent use of the seas only experience can list of works for responsible. Sometimes Dick, whose father for office, one day exclaiming: "Oh man, says dapa's got that worse than the Mr. M. Pinkney of 3655 Prairie rie an elaborate dinner on Newday at which an eighteen polity was served in the honor of M. W. Talley. A number of ornits were present. Mr. Talley n afternoon very enjoyable witty sayings. Mrs. W. 800 State street, and twelve of indies gave a champagne in honor of Mr. W. W. Tally n day afternoon. Mrs. Fridson, 5113 Dearborn street, where Sunday, January 18, in honour nephew, Mr. Walter Z. Maidan Mrs. Laura Manning, 3 team. Dr. M. Hors, 4709 State street. Mrs. C. R. Mead of avenue entertained at morsing in hon Harris of Detroit, M was the guest of M her stay in the city. Editor James Ross is in the city on bus see his father at Eve Miss Ehel Thomas music pupils at a Chris on the 3d instant at w present some twenty v voted Miss Thomas a Ky. is with her sis Suggs, at the bedside Mrs. Harris, 3748 W the rifle which was Mr. Josezocraft and Mr. Harry Boger wore in out a very handsome car new Your's day calling on their 18. in observance of the custom. I were dressed in the height of 8 and fashion. Mrs. B. Sayre left for Toronto Sunday, October 28, hastening to the bedside her dying father, Dr. A. R. Abel the doctor passed away peacefully December 29. J. H. Aon, editor and publisher of the Andam News of New York City, was guest of Julius N. Aventorhasponday morning sight seeing in the hoop district, which was one of features of his stay in our city. Thost astonishing thing to Mr. Anden was how we could afford to go so much space to everything. Miteese put his car at Mr. Andersorhispalous during his loop expedition Mr. JJ. Webb, 6557 Aberdeen street, leor Nashville, Jacksonville, and Alta., Ga. this week. He anticipates very pleasant time in Atlanta, babe he will be with his mother, som he hasn't seen for ten years. 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. O. Hawkins of Washington, Ind. specs the week in our city the guest of ms. R. Brown, 512 East 355th street. Ms. Hawkins demonstrated her ability of judging a good clean race pair by visiting the office of The Chicago Defender and taking out a subscription for one year. Last Christmas eve Mr. and Mrs. Silas Fristree, 2362 Vernon avenue, entertained at lunch Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Managee, James Lollard, Mrs. Bertha Wilson, Mrs. Fanny Dryant, Mrs. Blanch Smith, Miss Lena Cage, Mr. E. H. Faulkner, Mr. Frank Somens and Mr. Frank Jate. On New Year's day Miss Elnora Pullam of 3322 Wabash avenue gave a dinner in honor of Mrs. Josie Lockhart's birthday. Mrs. W. D. Grayson, 6718 Rhodes avenue, entertained her husband's cousin New Year's night. Mr. and Mrs. Poole of Evanston entertained the July Whist Club at the is—Social somewhere r friends. Mrs. C. R. Mend of avenue entertained airs morning in hone Harris of Detroit, Mia was the guest of Mher stay in the city. Mrs. C. R. Mead of 6531 Vicences avenue entertained at breakfast Christmas morning in honor of Mrs. Luce Harris of Detroit, M. H. Mrs. Harris was the guest of Mrs. Mead during her stay in the city. Editor James Ross of Buffalo, N. L. is in the city on business en route to his father at Evansville, Ind. Miss Ethel Thomas entertained her music pupils at a Christmas tree party on the 2d instant at which there were present some twenty young folks, who voted Miss Thomas a little queen. Mrs. P. H. Kennedy of Henderson Ky., is with her sister, Mrs. Olaf Suggs, at the bedside of her mother Mrs. Harris, 3748 Wabash avenue. The rifle which was the property of the late W. H. Weller and was on exhibition at the Pumpel for several months was raffled off on Monday evening, December 22, at the place by Jufus N. Avendorph, with the assistance of Judge W. K. Moore and Mr. Toner Langston as tellers. Mrs. George Holt helped chances and proved the winner with No. 12. The chances ran from to 100 and all were soil with the exception of 18. Messrs. Shoecraft, Mr. and Shoecraft were the other children interested. The old and beautiful custo- m of making New Year calls was ob- served in the real spirit of the seas- on of New Year's day by Mr. Julius Av. endorph, Mr. J. B. Crum, Mr. D. W. Curtis and Mr. W. M. White. These gentlemen were housed in a bea- tiful limousine car, which gave the benefit of making a great many calls Mrs. W. W. Williams of 642 Thur- sday avenue gave a breakfast. Thur- sday in honor of Mrs. Laura Manning and Walter Z. Martin. Her guests included the immediate family, who included the immediate family who had their breakfast at home for a change. Hon. and Mrs. E. H. Wright entertained the following guests at a New Year's day dinner at their home, 2063 Wabash avenue: Messrs. Frank L. Hamilton, president of the Appomattox Club; William G. Anderson, Geo. W. Hick, William Adams and Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Howard. Vendations Jackson of 3244 Federal street was taken very ill a few days ago and died last Tuesday morning. Mrs Archer of 6116 Ada street left for a two week visit in Springfield Ill., with relatives. Mr. Jones of 1205 Loomis street, who has been sick for a few days, died Monday. Mrs Carter of 1348 West 61st street entomined the D. E. S. club last Monday day greeting. A delightful luncheon was served. All matter sent to this office must be mailed with a two-cent stamp. If otherwise it will not be given consideraten. Mrs Rot of 21 East 36th street entree. A seven course dinner sent to State grand officers and many hands. Mrs. Fattie Sawyer. princess: Mrs. cal House; Mr. Saw- t. Johnson, Mr. and M. J. B. Street L. Lawson, who was attraction. Many of numbers were present to very sweet music, alker writes to Mrs. he visited during the p stay in the Windy easant. ble ereading was spent Irs. Pleasant W. Lovel- ne. In honor of The house. It was bea- tiful and many presents from her friends. A was rendered by Mrs. The buchon was ar- ged and served by Mr. furnace heat, stone leave city, neat, hot water heat, will make terms, ice heat; $300 down. steam heat, newly dwood doors, furnace oms, good condition; residence, hardwood, to suit. eight 5 rooms. six rooms. eleven 10 rooms. three rooms. half 9 rooms. ten 9 rooms. seven 9 rooms. nine 9 rooms. nine rooms. beautiful luncheon given in honor of grow of her former college friends. The house was beautifully decorated at the class colors. Mrs. Smythe was assisted by Mrs. Schuyler Wilson. [Mrs. Smythe will please send in her address next time or we will not publish her matter.] Mr. Wendell McKemey is home after a summer on the lakes. We are proud to say that Mr. McKemey was this year in the employ of a company who had never used a steward of color before but our young friend made such a good showing that next year will see more colored men in charge of their boats. Miss Katherine E. Williams of Wabash avenue entertained about forty friends with a dancing party on New Year's eve. The event was the young lady's stealth birthday. The guests departed at a late hour wishing Miss Williams many happy new years. Mrs. John Westley Evans of 4013 Broadway entertained on Monday evening in honor of Miss Jane Hickles of Denver. Progressive whist was the feature of the evening, the prizes being awarded to Attorney Richard Hill and Miss Katherine Williams. The hooby prize went to Mr. Brewer. The enterprising Mrs. Rosa Morgan, the State street milliner of 3709, will open up a new shop on the west side. Her many friends are commending her for her push and energy in business life. The Defender wishes her success in her new store on Lake street. Little Edith Maxine Oliver of 3222 Wabash avenue was hostess to quite a few of her little friends Monday afternoon, it being her first birthday anniversary. Miss Sadie Jones, formerly of Little Rock, Ark., has returned to the city after an extended trip to Lincoln, Neb. Major John R. Lynch has received his new book, "Practs of the Reconstruction," from the Neal Publishing Company of New York. Dr. U. G. Dalley will leave the week of January 18 for Nashville, Tenn., and Tuskegee Institute, Ala., where he will do some surgical operations. Miss Grace Russell, 3118 Groveland avenue, has gone to Ft. Wayne, Ind., on account of the illness of her grandmother. Mrs. Emma J. Caldwell, 3118 Groveland avenue, banqueted her district grand lodge officers of the Odd Fellows and the staff of Major George H. Carter of the First Battalion No. 12. Mrs. M. O. Quarles and Mrs. Braxton assisted in receiving. Mrs. Caldwell is a member of No. 1073 and is district grand most noble governess. INFORMATION — Wedding announcements, $1.50; wedding writ-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. Mrs. Lou Ella Young of 3556 Forest avenue and Mrs. Emma Jacobs of 34th and Dearborn streets made progressive calls Wednesday. Mrs. Theresa Britton entertained at a turkey dinner Wednesday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Walker of St. Louis, Mo. Among the guests present were Mrs. Lou Ella Young and Mrs. Emma Jacobs. Mrs. Ella Harvey of 1347 West 61st street entertained Messrs. M. T. Bailley T. H. Fort and W. W. Williams and Mrs. Julia Burgess at dinner New Year's day. Mrs. Emma Moseley of 4704 Wabash avenue entertained at an elaborate six course dinner on last Friday afternoon, January 2. The table was beautifully arrayed in harmony with the yuletide season. Covers were laid for eight. Miss Myrtle Titus, a teacher in one of the schools in Frankfort, Ky., visited in the city for a week, the guest of Mrs. Charles Mackey, 3149 State street. Mesdames Martha Cranshaw, Frankie Coleman, Carrie M. Keets, O. Horn and Lula Lung were out New Year's day calling. Mrs. Maud Walker of Richmond, Va., has been visiting in the city for two weeks the guest of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Mackey. She leaves for her home today. While here she was royally entertained by her many friends. Mr. J. C. Cabel, 3525 Calumet avenue, will leave the city Monday for a month's trip through the East and South, visiting his home in Staunton Va., and relatives and friends in New York, Philadelphia and Washington. Mrs. John J. Peterson, 6022 Aberdeen street, is still in Washington enjoying afternoon card parties and auto drives. Last week she was given an afternoon tea in Baltimore. New Year's Day being a general day of reception and greeting to one's friends, Mrs. Edward Nixon, of 2827 Wabash avenue, prepared a generous supply of refreshments, but to her surprise, about fifty ladies and gentlemen arrived and congratulated her on her birthday. Mr. Wm. Berry has just arrived in the city from Wilberforce University. Mr. Berry was a student in the theological department. Lieut. Davis of the 8th Cavalry, U. S. A., made a brief stop in our city en route to his post on the Mexican border. While here he was the guest of Mrs. amuel Gwynne, 2827 Wabash a. n. e. The lieutenant had just complied a delightful visit to his family at Washington, D. C. Mr. Wm. Neely has received mail from London, Eng., stating his parents had arrived safely after a very stormy voyage with much sea-sickness. The party was purchasing supplies and expected to sail for Africa in a few days. Mrs. Dudley Loring, of 3538 Vernon avenue, recently entertained at dinner in honor of Mr. Loving, Sr., of Shelbyville, Ky. Covers-were laid for fourteen. YOUNG MEN ENJOY THEMSELVES AT BANQUET Mr. Oren M. Link, 9 West 50th street, gave a stag Friday night, Jan. 2nd, in honor of a few friends. Those present were Messrs. E. McChananh, T. Thurman, C. H. Link and J. D. Link. They had a fine time. Speeching was the feature of the evening. Sunday afternoon, July 11, at 4 p.m., Mr. Newton Hunters, secretary of the Art Instructor will speak on "The Value of the Arts." Several musical numbers will allow. Miss Nannie Mae Strayhorn serves us as pianist now, giving best of satisfaction. Tuesday eck, January 13, at 8 p.m., the Chillure Club meets. This is the final meeting and promises to boost interest, Mrs. B. W. Firman, of the Firman Social Center, wreak on her work. All are invited early morning the domestic science classes met with a good attendance the winter vacation. New Yeayl was cserved in the boys' Un Club with a hike to 118th street large of Mr. Lloyd Stone, who is its extension work at the Wabashanue Y. M. C. A. The S. Q. J.'s were guests of Mrs. Anna Pickles, 414t. Lawrence avenue, last Saturday f 2 to 6 p.m. The afternoon was deftfully spent at cards, after which most sumptuous funcheon was served by the hostess. Mrs. William Plins and Miss Hattie Walker of St. Its were visiting guests.—Maymeh inkscale, reporter. The Poltusia Embydery Club meet last Monday with Ms. Anna Johnson. The ladies are all洁净 to learn the art of needlecraan and some very beautiful work is best accomplished. The next meeting on Monday, January 12, is at the home of Mrs. Hattie Fumbanks, 3748 Rhode avenue.—Hattie Fumbanks, presiden M. E. Butler, instructor. THE IDLE HOUR RT AND SOCIAL CLB. Met with Mrs. Smith, 3726 Wash avenue. Tuesday afternoon, January 7. Being the 1st Tuesday of the month, whist washe feature of the afternoon. Mrs. Edie Bailey won first prize; Miss Mayri Raymond, second; Mrs. Louetta Robson, booby. Next meeting January 5 with Mrs. Smith 3550 Rhodes avenue.—Mrs. Mayme Irvin, journalist. NONFAREIL. The Nonpareil club was reorganized on Friday evening January 2. The officers are: Claude Roberts, president; Emil Simpson, vice president; Alonzo Roberts, secretary; Lawrence Diffay, assistant secretary; David Radcliffe, treasurer; Alton Prutt, sergeant at arms; Edward M. Jones, critic and club editor. All elections were closely contested. GIRLS' LYRIC LITERARY CLUB. The club met at the home of Miss Mary McDougal, $812 Ashland avenue, Friday, January 2. A very interesting meeting was held. Many plans were discussed for the near future. With a refreshing luncheon the meeting was adjourned to meet at the home of Miss Helen Sayles, $16 East Thirty-seventh street, Friday evening, January 16. Miss E. Pelky, president; R. Golns secretary. NORTH SIDE INDUSTRIAL CLUB. The North Side Industrial Club held its twelfth annual children's Christmas party Wednesday, December 31, at the residence of the president, 212 West Schiller Street. It was ably assisted by the M. Y. O. B. Club. Among the speakers for the occasion were Rev. T. Reeves, Rev. Harris, Mrs. Mary Waring, chairman of the state executive committee, and others. More than a hundred were served, and toys were given to the small children—S. E. Cooper, president; C. R. Williams, chairman of committee. CLEAN LIFE CLUB. Had it usual meeting Thursday evening, January 1. An entertaining program was rendered, consisting of two very intelligent women of great knowledge. The subjects were "Temperance" and "The Standard of Life" in which the speeches were most touching. A solo was also beautifully rendered. A number of invited guests and other visitors were present. Mr. Hammon made his announcements concerning the boys of the Y. M. C. A., as usual. The meeting was closed with a prayer related by Mrs. Swan, and a few words by Mrs. Lucia H. Scott in relation to a girls' club. In this way the evening was beautifully spent—Mrs. Lucia H. Scott, superintendent; Miss Elizabeth C. Pelkey, secretary. BILLIKEN CLUB. The Billiken Hoop and Needle Club met Tuesday, December 28, at the home of Mrs. Chester Tanner, 23 East Forty-seventh street. The afternoon was pleasantly spent embroidering, after which a dainty luncheon was served by the hostess—Mrs. Hattie Goode, president; Mrs. Butler, instructor. 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. GAUDEAMUS CLUB. The Gaudeamus Club hold its embroidery class at the home of Mrs. Tanner, 5219 Dearborn stret, January 5. The embroidery teacher, Mrs. Patterson, was presented a beautiful serving tray as a token of esteem for her faithful and inktaking instruction. The next meeting will be a business meeting. All members please attend. The meeting will be at Mrs. Rucker's, 5219 Dearborn street, January 12, at 8 p. m. PEERLESS CLUB. Officers and members of the Peerless Club to the public, greetings. We highly appreciate the compliments which have been presented us during the past year. We hope to have the pleasure of maintaining your patronage in the near future. The height of our ambition is to entertain the public in the most elaborate style, as our entertainments always speak for themselves, and we have had few equal and none superior. The club wishes a happy and prosperous new year to all, say your joys of 1914 be more enhanced than ever. THE IDEAL WOMAN'S CLUB. Mrs. I. B. W. Barnett of 3234 Rhodes avenue entertained the club last Friday. A large number of the members were present and quite a few visitors. Mrs. Booth of Glencoe, one of the leaders of woman suffrage, gave an excellent lecture on the suffrage question, and Mrs. Barnett made a short talk on the subject. Everyone present was much benefited. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Watson's, 6006 Aberdeen street.-Mrs. B. Everage, president; Mrs. A. Jones, secretary. SATURDAY WHIST. The Saturday Afternoon Whist Club met January 3 at the home of Mrs. Hall. 3345 Vernon avenue. Whist was enjoyed by all. A dainty repast was served. Three visitors were present Next meeting at the home of Mrs. Hawkins.—M. Molette, president; Hattie Goode, reporter. BETHEL LITERARY CLUB. The Bethel Literary Club has for its topic Sunday, January 11, at 4 p. m., "A Tribute to Young Men." All are welcome. JEWELL CLUB. The second annual dance party given by the Jewel Club took place on Tuesday evening, December 30, at the Kenwood parlor. It was a very defair. The young ladies were beautifully gowned and the gentlemen courteous and proper. The absence of chewing gum and slang phrases was particularly noticeable. The Jewel Club is made up of fourteen of the younger set of girls, and bids fair to become a well-defined social feature in the community. Miss Laurel Ligne is the president, and much of the success of the club's work is due to her intelligent and untiring efforts and genial temperament. WAYS AND MEANS SOCIETY OF GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. The Ways and Means Society 25 Grace Presbyterian church will meet at the home of Mrs. Alexander, 21 East Thirty-sixth street, apartment 47, Monday evening, January 14, at $ p. m. —Mrs. Clara Studymire, president; Mrs. Martha B. Mitchell, secretary. EDGEWATER CLUB. The Edgewater Embroidery Club met at the residence of Mrs. Agnes Pindell, 1526 North Park avenue, on Friday afternoon, and was addressed by M. T. Bailey, the head of the True Reformers of Chicago Division. The meeting was followed by a luncheon served by Mrs. Pindell. The club mapped out some new plans for the year 1914. PROGRESSIVE CLUB. The Progressive Negro League met on Sunday afternoon, January 4, and was highly entertained by Mr. and Mrs. U. S. Harvey, the vice president, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ira B. Mosley, 4704 Wabash avenue, the president of the club. The club has planned for great things in the future. The membership is growing extensively, and during 1914 they contemplate being felt throughout the city along literary as well as other lines of advancement. TRUE REFORMERS. New Era Fountain is still enlisting new members, with the intention of making this the 'largest fountain in the state. Rev. Jesse Woods visited the city this week and extended an invitation to Chief M. T. Bailey to visit Milwaukee, Wis., and let the people know about the Grand Fountain U. O. T. R. Mrs. Hallie Loofor, who has been visiting for about eight weeks in Asheville, N. C., returned to the city Saturday, and Tuesday night entertained the Rosebud children of Lake Forest Rosebud on Washington and Illinois streets. Chief Bailey happened there in time to listen to the following program, after which he spoke encouragingly to the children present with respect to the success of the Rosebud department during the year 1914: Recitations by Blanche Rodger, Willie Lillian and Fannie Rodger, W. M. Earl, John and Albert Virden. The children were very much elated over the jolly time they had during the two hours. Lake Forest Fountain 2665 is preparing to stir up the north shore during the spring. BLUE ISLAND The Civic League of Claremont Settlement; Blue Island, Ill., has elected the following officers: Thomas J. Kellar, president; Nathan Jones, vice president; William Harvey, secretary; Lee Oliver, treasurer. Hon. Robert L. Taylor of Chicago, Ill., delivered an address on last evening. Gas Buoy Drifted Far A gas buoy broke away from its moorings in the St. Lawrence and drifted for two years, covering a distance of 18,000 miles. 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A great many people doubtless turned over a new leaf the first of the year and it is to be hoped that one of the new resolutions made was to cut out their visits to theaters where the performers are permitted to indulge in profanity and vulgarism. Because the Grand has never countenanced such things they retain their good name and prestige. Every act must pass a rigid censorship before it is put on at this theater. Gregoria and Elmina opened the bill by juggling and balancing on their head every piece of furniture on the stage that wasn't fastened. Their act was a little out of the common and elicited generous applause. Norwood and Hall had a bright little talking and singing act that seemed to take well. "A Quiet Woman," with Stansfield, Hall and Lortaine in the cast, gave us the old, old story of what finally happens to the wife who insists on being the head of the family; the skit was well acted. Everybody knows the old minstrel favorite, Billy Van, and everybody knows when he appears it is a signal for bursts of laughter; of course, he was good. Emma Frances with her three little Arabs danced artistically, were prettily costumed, and closed the bit effectively. Will H. Dixon. Composer The name of Will H. Dixon is familiar to all old Chicagoans. Though now and for the past ten years a resident of New York, he still claims Chicago as his home. Gentlemanly, courteous and affable, ever ready to give a helping hand to the fellow farther down, is it to be wondered at that his friends are numbered by the hundreds, and those who have not had the rare good fortune to know him personally have enjoyed the fruits of his efforts in a musical way. For Mr. Dixon is a composer whose fame has spread over both continents. The world's greatest singers have taken pleasure in interpreting his exquisite musical compositions, and in the instrumental field he holds an enviable position. His latest number, "Brazilian Dreams," is weird, unique and fantastic in its conception and offers a fascinating variety of characterization. Its popularity is attested by the fact that not only can it be heard by the orchestras and bands throughout the country, but it is arranged for all self-playing instruments. Mr. Dixon's talent is best displayed in his classical numbers and critics say his work forcefully reminds them of the old masters. Mr. Dixon is not only a credit to Chicago, but a credit to the race. New Monogram. The patrons of the New Monogram were given a rare treat this past week when the management at enormous expense secured the services of Marie Burton - Hyram. The acknowledged queen of song. This wonderful song bird was in excellent voice and rendered her numbers with telling effect. That she is a prime favorite was evidenced by the generous applause and by the enormous attendance. Other good numbers on the bill were Hampton and Bailey, the Deweys and the Moores. All in all, it was an exceptionally good bill. MID-WINTER REVIEW The W. L. Jackson Music School, 2103 State street, will have their first- ual Mid-Winter Review at Odd w's Hall, 3335 State street, Wed- evening, Jan. 14th. This is ly music school in Chicago ca- f giving three independent ms in one year, and showing y results of its pupils. 2. ANITA PATTI BROWN Star of Attraction in Christmas Morning Concert in Jamaica. "The Gleaner," Jamalca, B. W. L., Saturday, Dec. 27, 1913.—Mr. Astley, clerk of Cows music rooms, referred in detail to events 'which had happened in the past twelve months and of the noted visitors to the island, among them the late Signor Caruso and Madame Anita Pattie Brown. "When such talented visitors are in our midst," concluded Mr. Clerk, "I can not urge too strongly upon our music pupils and the public in general, the absolute necessity of grasping every opportunity of hearing them—for such food as they supply makes us musically strong and healthy. The program was excellently arranged. Mr. Leo Vandryes sang and gave a splendid rendition of a selection from Testi. Miss Sylvia Sowley, known as Kingston's accomplished violinist, sustained her reputation in the violin solo. But Mme. Anita Pattie Brown was the star attraction. She first of all delighted the audience with Meyerduerbe's "Shadow Song" and had to respond to an encore; but the American prima donna was heard to a greater advantage in the "mad scene" and never had there been a more effective interpretation in this island of Denizetti's masterpiece, the rich voice of Madam Pattie Brown holding the audience spellbound, and as the last note of the classic died away, the "Queen of Song" was vociferously cheered. And with what fervor she sang Testi's "Good. Bye!" She imparted as much impression in the beautiful song that when she concluded not only were some members of the audience wiping away a tear, so filled with enthusiasm were they, but even Madam Brown was visibly affected. Many letters are coming to the Mme's, home, 3827 Wabash avenue, asking dates on her Southland tour now being planned. MISS FANNIE WISE. Miss Fannie Wise, the most popular and admired prima donna on the stage of today, sends word to Chicago that she was converted and baptized in the Shiloh Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio, Dec. 14th, and that she will leave the operatic stage works and use her talent in the mission fields. Her future aim in life will be to lead others to the Friend of all friends who has filled her own life with such joy and happiness. HIAWATHA'S WEDDING FEAST. Hiawatha's Wedding Feast was presented at Hampton Institute, Dec. 29, under the direction of Hiram Simmons, assisted by R. Nathaniel Dett. The principal soloists were Mrs. Johns O. Churchill, Dr. W. B. Anderson, James Norcom, Mrs. Annie B. Fisher, Miss Susie E. Judkins, Wm. Weston and Mrs. Annie B. Fisher. CAPT. N. CLARK SMITH Capt. N. Clark Smith, formerly of this city and later of Tuskegee, but now of Wichita, Kan., gave a monster concert there during the holidays. Church choirs, orchestras, glee club and many clever vocalists in one grand assembly of melody. The pro gram was enthusiastically received. MADAME AZALIA HACKLEY. It is reported that Madame E. Azalia Hackley will open a musical studio in Chicago in the spring. MME. MARIE PEEK-MERRILL. Mme. Marie Peek-Merrill will leave this month for Tuskegee Institute, Ala., to be the guest of her sister and Mrs. Booker T. Washington. Mme. Merrill is a singer of note. MISS ZELLA HUNTER BACK. Miss Zella Hunter has returned to the city after a delightful visit to the Twin Cities to visit her relatives. Her sister will finish the University of Minnesota this year. Miss Zella Hunter is an accomplished musician and regarded as one of the best in the "Windy City." She will be heard at the Checutan the remainder of the winter. GRIFFIN SISTERS HELPING STAGE Fighting Race Prejudice and Making a Stand to Make White Southern Managers Respect Actresses as Ladies and Pay the Profession Living Salaries —Big Meeting at Odd Fellows' Hall Thursday a Success. The Grillin sisters have recently been in the South. They saw many things that will cause theatrical performers to sit up and take notice. From an interview, the following is a synopsis of their experiences and suggestions: We tried to clean out the Southern theaters and prepared some legitimate THE FASHION THE GRIFFIN SISTERS. Who Are Waging a Fight Against Unscrupulous Theater Managers at the South and Make Them Respect Their Contracts Made Between Them and Race Professional Men and Women. first class vaudeville acts for the South, as performers are painted so black that on arriving in this section of the country the average one cannot get decent places to stop until after they are introduced to its citizens. Then they find that there are really some ladies and gentlemen in the theatrical business. It is not our aim to do harm to the Southern theaters. To be the means of uplifting the colored theaters throughout the entire South. We do hope that the managers will look at this in the right light and immediately get in touch with our agency. Styles has turned his house over to our booking. THE POMPEI CAFE. Winter Season on in Full Blast at the Popular Resort. Cabray day at the Pompei has be come a weekly event which is eagerly looked forward to by all who enjoy nice clean entertainment, and in Tom Lemmier, McCain and Shoercraft have an exceptionally able manager, and one who seems to know just what That we may start with the new years in adjusting matters. Southern managers must remember that the first class northern artists do not have to come South and do not want to. Because the idea of them having to cringe to the white man in traveling such as "jim crow" cars and other inconveniences. Then to ask actors to work for such salaries as $25 for teams, $50 the limit, some singles as low as $10 per, expecting them to change acts twice a week, and then some managers throughout that section of the country speak to actors and actresses as though they owned them. Notwithstanding this they are making thousands of dollars yearly off of these colored theaters. We were not through the South this trip for our own benefit but for the benefit of the colored show business at large throughout the South, to form respectable theaters and to drive out immoriality and build up a circuit starting from Cleveland, Ohio, to Jacksonville, Florida, taking in Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. We wish to hear from every manager that would like to run a legitimate vaudeville play house as we can build your house up as we have built up many houses for colored and white managers throughout the United States. The following theaterers we started on their road to prosperity: Howard in Washington, D. C.; the Circle, Philadelphia; S. H. Dudley theater, Washington; Lyle and the Ruby, Louisville, Ky.; Dunbar theater, Columbus, O.; Crown Garden theater, Indianapolis, Ind. The only act that stayed two weeks in the Lafayette and four weeks in the Crescent, New York, and Star Theater, Pittsburgh, Pa. One of the acts that helped to make all houses on The Stroll in Chicago popular. We are fully capable of doing the same thing throughout the entire South if the managers will only allow us to. But first of all we must demand salary for our acts and respect and know how to segregate our acts as the white man does his white actors. Remember that Miss Eva Tanguay, Mr. Al Jolson, Mr. Harry Lander, Miss Elizabeth Murray and other white stars too numerous to mention are respected and highly honored as ladies and gentlemen by every theatrical king all over the world. Therefore our managers of colored theaters must learn that a star is a star and that box office attraction is not found daily. And we colored artists such as S. H. Dudley, Bert Williams, Aida Overton Walker, Murfury & Franks, Porto Rican White, Whitman Sisters, Griswell & Bailey, King & Gee, Mr. Walker Compers' Samson Girls, Miller & Lyle, Cool & Stevens and Miss Abby Mitchel and other good acts too numerous to mention are just as valuable to colored theaters and the managers as our white brothers and sisters in the pro-profession are to white managers and white theaters. It is a fact when the average white man in the South opens up a colored theater there is nothing in view for him but money. He does not care what class of people may attend his theater or what class of acts he may engage so long as change continues to pour in the box office. Therefore the first class colored ladies and gentlemen of the South are really afraid to attend the colored theaters or to allow their children, owing to the fact there is nothing comes too strong to be used in the majority of these colored theaters in the South. Now it is time that we colored performers get together and force this Southern country to come up to the request of lady and gentleman performers. We as race women hope that all colored acts will assist us in this good work and drown out such men as Charles P. Bailey. Yet the white man is booking our colored houses, getting our presence and undermining us on every hand. The white people are figuring daily how to get our money. It is now time that we begin to look out for ourselves and cling together as one grand body in all enterprises and not to expect too much of each other, but help to build up all weak points. We would like to hear from all managers and performers who wish to take the upward road in colored vaudeville, as it is now at a standstill, notwithstanding there is plenty of money in the business if only handled right. Kindly all take notice. There are too beautiful playhouses in Savannah, the Star and the Pekin, and are quite anxious to play all legitimate acts. Mr. Willie Styles has turned his house over to our booking. Winter Season on in Full Blast at the Popular Resort. Cabray day at the Pompei has become a weekly event which is eagerly looked forward to by all who enjoy nice clean entertainment, and in Tom Lemmier, McCain and Shoecraft have an exceptionally able manager, and one who seems to know just what the people want. The Smart Set Company, headed by Salem Tutt Whitney, were the guests of honor last week Tuesday, and the cafe was crowded to the doors. Tony Lampton, chief of publicity, announces that on Tuesday Jan. 13th, the entertainment will be under the personal supervision of Cook & Stevens, the famous "big time" vaudeville team, and that arrangements have been made with three of the big publishing houses whereby their full corps of song demonstrators will render a great number of the latest hits, some of which have never been sung in Chicago before. You can't afford to miss next Tuesday's entertainment which starts at 3 p. m. sharp. No seat reservations will be made, so come early, as usual, Dave Peyton and his famous ten will handle the orchestral program. "See you at the Pompei." By R. W. THOMPSON [Spego The Chicago Defender.] Winton, D. C., January 9—The local angler is evidently trying to discurp good friend Charles L. Barns praising him. Atta N. B. Marshall, now a memoir the bar of the city of New York at the holidays here with his foe. Leehipper, who is writing some "skits the vaudeville stage, came down to New York last week to go oveame important matters with Manana Dudley and Henry. Salutit Whitney and his Southern Ss Set Company will be here early in spring. They were at the Pekin lago, last week. "Their Vim Chemical Company, Inc," or the capable management of its agent, Dr. Julia P. H. Coleman, enlarging its business. New facilities manufacturing hair preparation have been put in at the laboratory, 4 U street, and an augmented units of agents are starting out with new year. Dr. Gee C. Clement, of Charlotte, N. C., or of the Star of Zion, one of the last divines in the country, has been assigned to the pastorate of Galbraith. M. E. Zion Church to serve at least until the meeting of the Bishops council, when permanent arrangement will be made. Rev. S. L. Corrothepastor at Galbraith for the past 12 yrs, has been transferred to Varick Mortal Church at Philadelphia. Drlement will make weekly trips to Grotte to look after the Star of Zit Prof. Wmm H. Richards, instructor in intenational law and librarian of the law department of Howard University, is needed to be one of the very best clorists on international law in this citation of the country. In addition to a labors for the university, Prof. Rhards enjoys a liberative general praise as a lawyer. This intellectual gain was at one time mayor of Man City, Tenn., and is the only colloid man in the country to serve as sigh South of the Mason & Dixon line. Work on thine $75,000 Asbury M. E. Church will be commenced at an early date. Everybody is tickled to death" over the acquisition of the Majestic Theater by the colored people and its success is assured from the start, if the new management lives up to its great opportunity. M. Frank Brown is a clever young man, knows the ins and outs of the business, and will keep his car close to he ground, as it were, in order to please his patrons. The Advocate/erdict, published at Harrisburg, Pa., is to be congratulated upon securing the services of J. Finley Wilson in business manager, Mr. Wilson is a "hustler from the word go." is an expert getter of advertisements and knows the newspaper business from the ground up. Mr. Wilson and Mr. G. F. King, the managing editor of the Advocate-Verdict are valued members of the National Negro Press Association. Former Auditor Ralph W. Tyler, who has been eating at a number of banquets in various parts of the country and incidentally saying something about organizing branches of the National Negro Business League, spent the holiday season in the city. It is not known when he will again take the road. The executive committee of the Business League is doubtful of the wisdom of expending the large sums of money necessary for Mr. Tyler's pleasure jaunts, when the results have been so meager in comparison. Rumor has it that Mr. Tyler will soon move his family from Washington, and go into business, the nature of which is not stated. A letter from Mme. Anita Patti Brown, dated at Kingston, Jamaica, conveys the information that she has been compelled to cancel all engagements after Christmas day, on account of illness, and will return immediately to the States for recuperation. In the spring, the celebrated diva expects to make a tour of the South, where she is immensely popular. Mme. Brown drew finely in Jamaica, repeating former triumphs. Editor Thomas Fortune will not be able to include Washington in his lecture tour, owing to bookings that carry him in another direction. Tentative plans are being laid for a tour of the state of Texas, under the pilotage of Editor W. E. King of the Dallas Express. Mr. Fortune has a number of flattering offers for a journalistic combine, but for the present he has no idea of severing his connection with the New York Age, the paper he made famous. Properly financed, wouldn't Timothy Thomas Fortune make the fur fly with a paper of his own at the national capital? T. Spencer Finley, the versatile exponent of clean, classy comedy tactfully put, according to his card is to go west with a brand new act. Mr. Finley is one of the race's most original humorists and singers and his stage work is said to be guaranteed under the pure fun and laugh act. Fiddler and Shelton, those clever Hoosier boys, had a delightful holiday season here, scoring heavily at the Howard and receiving much social attention at the hands of their host of friends. This is the first season these topnotchers have worked in many years, it being their usual custom to spend the Christmas period at home with their families. They came here from New York as a special compliment to Manager Thomas. MESSRS. A. L. M'BRIDE, FRANK HAMILTON AND LEROY THOMAS TEND- ERED A STAG. On last Monday evening the Appomattox Clubhouse was so brilliantly illuminated that it aroused the curiosity of all the members who happened in, the results of which the steward was kept busy explaining, the occasion being: a stag given by Messrs. John R. Marshall, James Johnson, Wm. Emanuel, James Nelson, H. S. Anderson, J. A. Morton, M. Cowan, David Manson and A. A. Wells, in honor of A. L. McBride, Frank Hamilton and LeRoy Thomas. The affair proved a delightful beginning of the new year, and all spent a most enjoyable evening. Mr. McBride, the congenial bachelor who succeeded himself as director of the club, payed a fine tribute to the members of the party who did not succeed themselves. THE SOLACE BILLIARD ACADEMY has successfully given two exhibition tournaments of fine billiard playing. The contestants were in good form and brought out some brilliant shot. The first night Lane defeated Lawson in the first game and lost to Sims in the second. The second night Lawson defeated Sims in the first game, making a draw between the three each having won, one game. The second game, which was to decide the championship had to be a three-centered handicap to 200 points. Lawson was the favorite, but as the game goes "one is never out until the last billiard is made." He needed 26 win. Sims needed 17. Law far behind. Lawson had an easy shot to start with and gathered in 22 and missed a very simple shot which meant the honor of the series to him. Lane misses and Sims was left a "crip" on which he smiled and said to Lawson, "You have shot your last shot." Sims gathers in his 17 in quick time and won the honors that seemed all the way Lawson's. On Monday night, January 12, Sims by virtue of the championship will play Prof. R. S. Lowther, who will handicap the game at 500 points to Sims' 250. This game will be played in the beautiful annex of the Solace Billard Academy, best tables and best outfit. Admission 15 cents, for the players, 60 and 40. 3205 State street, Terrevous L. Douglas, proprietor. Extra: Every Monday afternoon from 2 to 4 instruction in billiards will be given free. The art of drawing, cueling, driving; the value of every shot, etc., etc. This is the best opportunity to learn billiards. The object of the academy is to dignify the game and make it the real indoor recreation for gentlemen. Local Union No. 208 of the American Federation of Musicians, held their annual installation of officers Sunday, Jan. 4, at Huelett's Hall, 2121 State street. There was a large number of the boys out. Everyone was happy and seemed to be filled with a musical inspiration. This local is composed of men of responsibility, of fertile minds and intelligent action. Besides propagation of their musical profession, they are engaged in a meritorious fraternal work. They have been paying a reasonable amount of death benefits for some time, so now they have gone another step further, they have organized a sick benefit department. The announcement of the plan by the president was received by the members with an expression of gladness and much favorable comment. After the installation of the following offeers; President, J. Edward Smith; vice president, Robert S. Troutman; corresponding secretary, William E. Berry; financial secretary, George Bailey; treasurer, Sergeant James B. Tucker; walking delegate, Benjamin Covington. The members were addressed by Mr. D. W. Johnson, who was a guest of the local. Sergeant Tucker was called upon by the president and made a stirring address, after which all partook of the feast which was prepared for the occasion. Washington, D. C., Jan. 9.-The Majestic theater was opened Monday night with "standing room only" early in the evening. Frank Brown, of Atlantic City boardwalk fame, is lessee and manager, and his papers call for the remainder of the lease under which the house has been operated lately. This period is something over six years, with the privilege of extending the time. PYTHIAN STAFF BANQUET On the evening of December 29 Brigadier General J. M. Lawrence and staff, U. R. K. of P., Jurisdiction of Illinois, gave their first annual luncheon at the residence of Colonel F. B. Cranshaw, 3807 South Wabash avenue. The evening was spent at whist and dancing. The house was beautifully decorated with flowers. The menu was carefully prepared by Mrs. P. B. Cranshaw, who is skilled in the culinary art. The guests consisted of Major generals R. R. Jackson and wife, George Terrell and wife, H. H. Biggs and wife, Adjutant Thomas E. Foster and wife, Captain E. Van Lucas, Mesdames Frands Coleman, M. Triplett, Emma Warren Lawrence, Major Rice and Colonel Frank Brown. The brigadier staff was as follows: Colonel F. B. Powell, Colonel H. R. Reese, Colonel Theo Payne, Colonel William Wilson, Colonel F. B. Cranshaw, Colonel Chas. Broselton, Colonel Frank Brown, Major Edward Gray, Major J. L. Rice, Major W. D. Dillard. After taking part in a good old-time square dance, of which Major General R. R. Jackson was sponsor, all departed for home. The officers were arrayed in their special full dress uniforms, which made the affair a most spectacular one. The brigadier punch (Foo Chow) was welly nice. Don't fall to attend the mid-winter musical review of Mr. W. L. Jackson's musical school, Odd Fellows' Hall, Jan. 14. --- MUSICIANS' UNION ELECT OFFICERS. MAJESTIC THEATER OPENS. evening, dancing wasulged in until the wee hours c.morning. Mrs. Berry, anused appy, who is 79 years old, danced-step as gayly as the youngest in present. Far Outstrips Mothnutry. Canada is nearly times as large as Great Britain island, the total area of the Dominion only 237,000 square miles than the whole continent of Ecu 1. Winston's Spicy Gossip of Men and Events in the Railroad World. By John R. Winton. The reporter interviewed Mr. Luther De Jacques Gaffney, the great colored baritone, at Pittsburgh December 31 at 1219 Wylie avenue, and he sang a few beautiful selections with piano and cornet accompaniment by Mr. Harry Grosse Chance of 502 Bloom street, Baltimore, Md., and Mrs. G. A. Johnson of 1219 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. Mr. Gaffney is an ex-railroader. When East in the city of Pittsburgh, Pa., put up at Mrs. Lizzie Johnson's, 1219 Wylie avenue. Clean beds from 25 cents up; hot and cold baths, and gas and heat in each room. The madam is better known as Mrs. Martin. She married a railroad man December 23, Mr. George A. Johnson. Mr. Albert Price of Chicago, IL., is in the dining car service of the Baltimore & Ohio railway company, under Dining Car Conductor Woodstock, between Chicago and Garrett, Ind. President Daniel Willard at Baltimore, Md., issued an order to all dining car conductors to feed every employee on the road New Year's day, January 1, 1914, free; and believe me, everyone got his with a New Year's smile on his face. An still the waiters had their glad will out. Mr. L.J. Bodkin, 1400 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., manager for E.K. Thonna, will render some valuable news to its column each week. Mr. Thomas H. Harrison, 1310 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., makes a grand display of the Chicago Defender outside it front of his place of business. The Chicago Defender is gaining in the city of Pittsburgh is the latest report from both dealers, L. J. Bodkins and Thomas H. Harrison. Brother L. Andrew, 1418 Wylie avenue, should keep the Defender in his dining room and have the waitresses pass their account while his patrons are waiting to be served. Wake up, Brother Andrew. The little High Brown is a live wire and knows how to give railroad men service. Mr. George A. Johnson, 1350 Stricker street, Baltimore, Md., who was united in marriage to Mrs. Lizzie Martin, 1219 Wylie avenue, December 23 at Pittsburgh, Pa., by Rev. Scott of the Bethel A. M. E. church, has subscribed to Chicago Defender for his new d will return to his post of January 3 as train porter bealtimore and Pittsburgh. tors in the Baltimore & Ohio service who treat their colhers nice: Messrs. John Murtin Thornton, A. O. Mayerley Allen, on trains 5 and 6 alms of the B. & O. railway to New York. By William L. Hawkins, 1911 eet N. W., Washington, D. C., departure over the Baltimore or the above named city. He at he left a very sick father ukee, Wis., and was looking e a telegram on the train at (Special to the Jackson, Ill., Jan. 10.—The family of Mallory holds its颁授 supper December 30 at the Bettel A. M. E. church. Poems for the Mallory children were composed and read by Mr. Frank Mallory at the supper. Mr. Elliott Barnett made an excellent address. Miss Hayden has returned from a pleasant visit to St Louis, Mo. Mrs. Emmet Mosely of South Fayette street entered at a place at New Year's dinner. There is at from out of the city were 14 rows of town and Mrs. Elsa Erie of Vandalia, Mo. The watch meeting of the Christian church was held at the home of Mrs. A. Dalloway. Rev. Samuel Waddell preached an able german December 31 at Mt. Emery Baptist church. Mrs. Roy McCalister and daughter of Washington, Ia., returned after a pleasant visit. Mrs. Annie May Medweds of East College avenue is able to be about. sie Johnson, west moth avenue Dr. Kinnibrew man, business trip to hardstones Mr. Jardine jelleau is some better after a sorge illness. Miss J. Alln and other, Mrs. M. E. Banks, were the gists of Mrs. R. Clark of Carolillon recently. The ladies of the Pleasant Inn Club entertained their husbands and friends recently at the home of Mr. J. Dunn. The William Foster Photo Bay Company of Chicagous at Company B hall December 27. The play is booked by Mallory Bathers and was a success in every way. Mr. Frank McKinney of Columbia, Mo., was visiting his cousin, F. Mallory, recently. Mrs. Gus Laurio of Minneapolis, Minn., visited his sister, Mrs. Ed Aallory, of Ashland avenue. Mrs. Marjorie Saunals of Columbia, Mo., was the guest o' her sister, Iss Arrow Powers of Asland avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Trumbo of Louisiana, Mo., visited relatives in our city recently. The Jacksonville Minstrels showed at Illinois State Institute Wednesday and had much success. and Nine at an curity in Honor of ends. Entertains the Elaborate Wh Thirty or Mo "Just a whi Brown, 5120 In porter of the I her Wednesday; armful of bung south-bound Ir rty," said Mrs. avenue, when he met reer when he met he loop with an aying to mount a avenue car so, and then some. it party held in south Side. After h with its games up all the scores, and he therefore Ninety and Nine. t won first prize second. Dr. H. he gentlemen and booby. The vis- and Mrs. Chav-Mrs. J. Wallace did not play for The entire party for her kind several gentlemen ther soon. 'ASHINGTON City—En Route to sk, Mich. Washington, the 'uskegee Institute, h the city Thurs- attle Creek, Mich. was the guest of and Hall. When reporter, he said: great preparations inference at Tuske- go visitors, includ- Dr. U. G. Dailey have a warm wel- m. ers, who has been also Rosenwald and 50th street, will no: Ayres, South mobiles. He will nis: France. HAIR made HAIR POMADE arse, kinky hair and and luxurient. fress your hair in and keep it so, if AY'S HAIR POM LARLY. with kinky, coarse stubborn, will al- affectory results 3 HAIR POMADE others have failed. ly Perfumed → adv. with 25 cents, tear, and free sam- FINA SOAP, at PHARMACY CHILDREN MADE HAPPY Sionilli Club Has Merry Time at Apomattox Club. Fifteen bashful girls and fifteen still more bashful boys, resembling fairies and elfs in some strange wonderland, made the fifteen couples of dancers that changed the somber, dignified Apomoxat Club into a hall of delirious pleasure on the afternoon of January 2. The invitations from the Sionilli Girls' Club announced that the party would be given from 2 to 6. Promptly at 2 the music began, and just as promptly at 2 began the dancing. Long before 2 o'clock these little lads and lassies, urged by the sweetest visions of the new year's pleasures, had poured into the club house, and by their sweet appearances and childish witticisms had won the heart of the steward, who contributed in every possible way to their dreams of joy. The Appomattox Club with its decorations of holly and Christmas bells, awakened by the laughter of the child of 5 and enchanted by the smile of the little miss of 14, seemed as if it really appreciated the sudden transformation of the purpose it was to serve. Instead of the men of years and experience there was youth. Instead of sober business talks and discussions, there were music and dancing. Mrs. James W. Woodlee was the chaperone. She was assisted by Mrs. L. B. Anderson, the wife of the distinguished attorney. Between the dancing these two were surrounded by the children, who eagerly whispered into willing cars their expressions of delirious joy. At 5 o'clock large overflowing dishes of cream with plenty of cake were served and quickly disappeared, and a generous supply of candy met with an eager reception. After refreshments and a few more dances the little ones found themselves wrapped in warm coats and on their way home. These are the boys and girls present, none over 14 and many under 10 years of age: Mildred Grayson, Jessica Anderson, Lucia Woodlee, Georgina Harris, Mabel Slaughter, Katie Kennedy, Olive Rankin, Grace Thomas, Jewett Eggleston, Gerald White, Mary Gee, Herschel Williams, Richard Finley, William Samuels, Justina Samuels, Sumner Jackson, Lillian Sleets, Marion Baldwin, Milton Crump, Adolph Sims, Markham Mitchell, Ola Fleming, Ralph Mitchell, Cecil Bradshaw, Willis Coleman, Arthur Falls, Regina Falls, Hays Julian Alvis, Herman Barnett, Carl Klenna. MR. JAMES PURCHASES W. R. CARTER'S BARBER SHOP. Wm. James, 3130 State street, has purchased the barber shop of W. R. Carter, No. 11 West 31st street. Mr. James has been in the business on the South Slide for five years. He has a five-chair shop, electric massage, manicurist and first-class porter, hot and cold water, sterilized towels and razors. This is one of the most up-to-date tonsorial parlor in the "Windy City." Mr. James is desirous of all his old customers continue to give him their patronage and he promises to give them better service in a more up-to-date shop. HONORED FOR LIFE. R. R. Porter Given Mileage on Santa Fe Road. Mr. J. K. Topp, a railroad man on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Ry, has been honored with a pass for 25 years. It was given as a Christmas gift for meritorious work. The pass was seen by a Defender reporter and letter accompanying it. Others to be remembered are John Welsh, Mr. and Mrs. P. S. Simons, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. O'Hare, Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Talbert, Mr. and rs. L. E. Swords, and Mr. and Mrs. L. Slosson. Mr. Topp feels very much clated over the honor. Mr. Topp resides at 3150 State street. ANNUAL INSTALLATION OF APPOMATTOX CLUB OFFICERS. Appomattox Club members will vie with each other tonight at their club rooms in point of oratory and good fellowship. It is the night for the annual installation of officers. Mr. Smith, the steward, is ready for the banquet and Chef Matone has things cocked and primed, ready for service. Speeches that will outrival Depew, Ingersoll and Robert Burke are expected to be heard. The membership has grown so large and the quarters so small that only the members and a tew invited guests will be present. President at Frank Hamilton has extended couses to Mr. Cary B. Lewis. HEX4 GON DANCING ACAD EMY HAS OPENING. The Hexagon Dancing Academy opened on Tuesday night, Jan. 6, at Ellis Hall, 57th place and State street. The ad in the Defender-brought out a large crowd. Mr. John E. Jeffrey, manager, vice-president of the Peerless Club and president of the Orechl Whist Club, was much pleased with the first night. GOING FOR THEMSELVES. Start in Real Estate Business with the New Year. Hobbs & Grubb is the name of the new real estate firm that has opened offices at 105 31st street. These two business men were formerly with Bowser & Company and are experienced in the business. They began with the new year and prospects are bright for a successful business. CHICAGO MAN INVENTS AIRSHIP During the week Mr. J. E. Allen has been issued a patent for his dirigible airship, which will revolutionize all other airships in the United States. The patent can be seen at 4740 State street. Prince Oskazuma is one of the directors. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. DECOY ADVERTISEMENT DECOY ADVERTISEMENT By H. M. EGBERT. "WANTED—A capable young woman to act as private secretary to the head of a large corporation. Apply, stating qualifications and experience, to A. C., Box 220.". Sylvia read the advertisement hopefully. She was a young woman—if twenty-five is young; she was capable, and for four years she had been private secretary to Henry Cowle, head of the Lighting Investment company. But Sylvia was more than capable—she was pretty and charming, too, and young Harry Cowle had taken an amazing liking to the details of office duty in his father's corporation ever since he came home from college and saw her. Henry Cowle looked upon his son Harry with a fond paternal eye. He meant him to have a destiny, as he expressed it. The idea of his son's marrying a strange girl from a small country town did not appeal to him. The young people were not exactly engaged, but Sylvia was just as fond of Harry as he was of her. And so matters drifted until Henry Cowle intervened. "Harry," he said, "I've decided to put you in charge of our Portland branch. You can start west tomorrow. I want to build it up and shall expect you to stick to your desk there for at least two years." That was how the quarrel began. Harry announced that, if he went, he would take Miss Sylvia Latham with him as his bride. Henry Cowle rejoined that in that event he could resign his position and take twenty-five cents for a wedding gift. In the middle of the discussion Sylvia entered, but the discussion had grown so heated that it did not stop. Sylvia understood its purport at once, turned, walked out, and never went back. That was show she came to leave Henry Cowle. And now she wondered whether it would be necessary to mention him as a reference. She answered the advertisement, and on the following day received a letter asking her to call at a house in the suburbs. Sylvia went. It was a splendid mansion, set in several acres of grounds. A maid admitted her to a reception room. In a minute or two a pleasant-looking woman entered and nodded to her. "I liked your letter very much." she C. K. Stared at Him In Wild Incredulity. sald. "It was so literate, and I do like to have educated women about me. I am Mrs. John Chambers. Now, Miss Latham, are you sure that you understand your duties thoroughly and will stay with us? It gives my husband no end of trouble, the way we are always being left in the lurch." "I shall certainly hope to stay," said Sylvia, a little mystified. "And with whom were you last, may I ask?" You gave no references at all. "With Mr. Cowle, of the Lightning Investment company," replied the girl. "But—I don't want to give him as a reference. There was a little unpleasantness, and I left of my own accord." "Well, that's honest," said Mrs. Chambers. "I happen to know John Cowle well, and he is certainly hard to please. All men are. I won't press the matter, for you look reliable. Can you cook a good plain dinner?" "I suppose I could," said Sylvia, smiling. "We have no servants at all," said Mrs. Chambers petulantly. "I will help you if you can begin at once. My husband will be home soon, and he growls like a bear when his dinner is not ready." Mr. Chambers must certainly be under his wife's thumb, thought Sylvia, if he left her to choose his secretary. But she liked the informality of the life, and these people had evidently taken her into their hearts at once. "I did not know I was to live here," she said. "Does Mr. Chambers want me to go to town with him every morning." Mr. Chambers stared at her, then laughed. "Not if I know it," she answered. "You are a queer girl. Now come along and let us get the mutton, into the oven." Sylvia responded with alacrity and was soon busy helping Mrs. Chambers. A few minutes later the telephone rang and Mrs. Chambers went out, returning with a very petulent expression upon her face. "Alphonse is bringing a friend home with him," she said in annoyed tones. "That is what he is always doing, and without the slightest warning, Well, I guess we have enough food in the house, but I don't know what I should have done without you. Now baste the nutton, please. You must stay here and have your trunk sent for." "I shall have to go back to pack my things," hazarded Sylvia. "O, very well," said Mrs. Chambers, looking angry again. "That's always the way. However, if you must go I suppose e you must. Now peel the potatoes." Thre e-quarters of an hour later dinner was done, and almost simultaneously there came a ring at the front door. "There's Alphonse," said Mrs. Chambers. "I suppose he has left his key at the office again. Really, men are very trying! Now, you bring in the dinner in exactly five minutes, while I get the table laid. Alphonse comes home ravenous, and he won't wait." Sylvia did some hard thinking during those five minutes. This introduction to the Chambers family had already ceased to be entertaining, but anyway it was possible that Mrs. Chambers was a little eccentric and that her husband would make things right. And she did want that position badly. Since Mrs. Chambers had made no mention of the salary perhaps her husband did have a little to say upon certain details of her occupation. Then a new thought came to Sylvia, Mrs. Chambers was, perhaps, of a jealous nature. Perhaps that was why Mr. Chambers had left her to select the secretary. And she had been chosen because she was not pretty, Sylvia smiled. She had never been vain, but Harry . . . well, it was a strange situation. Five minutes precisely after Mrs. Chambers had departed Sylvia, carrying a tray loaded with dishes, plates and a large platter on which the leg of mutilion reposed in a pond of gravity, made her appearance in the dining room. Happily for her hostess's peace of mind and carpet Sylvia was too well loaded with her burden to look up until she had placed it upon the serving table. Then she perceived, seated at the table, Mr. and Mrs. Chambers, and—Harry Cowle. She stared at him for an instant in wild incredulity—then turned and made for the door. Harry had just time to catch her as her hand was upon the handle. "Sylvia!" he cried triumphantly, and strained her to his heart. "Harry!" shouted Mr. Chambers. "What is the matter? Have you gone crazy?" "No," answered Harry, still holding Sylvia tightly, "not now. I have been insane, almost, trying to locate Miss Latham, since she ran away from us three weeks ago. I had a decoy advertisement in the Sunday papers, for a secretary, but not a single answer rewarded my efforts. Sylvia, dearest, look at me! It's all right now. Father says he wants you as much as I do. He can't find his papers and everything's going to rack and ruin, and he guesses you'll have to come into the family to straighten out his affairs. Yes, Mrs. Chambers, of course, I have met Sylvia before. Why—see here, Alphonse, Mrs Latham and I have been engaged for months." "Well, you certainly will enjoy your meals if you marry a cook," said Mrs. Chambers witheringly. "Cook? She's a splendid cook," said Harry. That is—eh? What do you mean by that, Mrs. Chambers? Sylvia isn't a cook. Sylvia, dearest, you aren't a cook are you?" "I thought I was a private secretary," said Sylvia, in tears. "But it seems that I'm a cook now. O, let me go, Harry!" "Didn't you answer my advertisement for a cook?" demanded Mrs. Chambers of the girl. But before Sylvit could reply Alphonse Chambers brought his fist down with a jar that set the glasses dancing upon the table. "I see it now!" he yelled. "Harry, they must have mixed the advertisements at the newspaper office. That's why I got five hundred applications for a secretary's position yesterday. Yes, I got this lady's too, but it was so vague I thought it was in answer to Mrs. Chamber's advertisement for a cook." Mrs. Chambers got up from the table, walked to Sylvia, and drew her into her arms. "I'm sorry, my dear," she whispered, caressing her. "I think you will make a splendid wife for Harry. Come and sit down and we'll forget this little misunderstanding." "Uh!" munched Mr. Chambers. "From the taste of this mutton I feel rather sorry it was a misunderstanding." (Copyright, 1914, by W. G. Chapman.) Worrying the OU Dealers The olive oil dealers of southern Europe have found a new source of worry. After the oil of commerce has been pressed out there is left a residue which has been treated by a steam process to yield an inferior oil, which has been used for making soap and other industrial purposes. Now a way has been found of refining this waste oil, and a syndicate has been formed to make it on a large scale. The trouble comes from the fact that there is no way to distinguish it from the oil pressed directly from the olives. The pure-food authorities of France have been trying for months to find a way to stop its sale, but own themselves beaten. The chemists say no differences can be found. Italy Uses Concrete Concrete has been made use of by the Italian government for the construction of snow fences to protect the railroads in the district east of the Apennines, where the snowfalls are very heavy, and the sides carry everything, before them. The fence consists of heavy posts of concrete spaced six and one-half feet apart and joined by three-inch planks, which slip into grooves in the side of the posts. This fence is said to resist with absolute safety a uniform thrust of twenty pounds to the square foot or a concentrated horizontal thrust of 600 pounds at the top of each panel of the fence. Independence and Selfishness. There never has been, is not now, and never will be an occasion where truth to one's self will not be fair to all of one's associates. 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PAGE SEVEN Avmatic Phone 71081 PHONE AUTO. 72-694 SURPLUS, $20,000.00 POOR CHILDREN ENTERTAINED Given Christmas Party by Friends —Many Hearts Gladdened. Christmas Party Given by the South End Children's Aid Society at Masonic Hall Last Saturday for the Benefit of the "Other Fellow." The annual Christmas party of the South End Children's Aid Society was given up one hundred or more little children of the South Side at Masonic hall from 1 to 5 p. m. An excellent program was rendered by members of the Sorority Club under the direction of Miss Geraldine Hodges. The singing was directed by David G. Smith of the Big Brother League. The principal address was delivered by Miss Mary Bartolome, assistant judge of the juvenile court. Miss Jessie Smith sang several sweet solos and was accompanied by her cousin, Miss Francis Thomas. The children were given an abundance of cake, ice cream and candies, besides two or three toys apiece. The hall was tastefully decorated and a monster Christmas tree was loaded with presents and decorations. An abundance of new clothing was also given to the deserving little ones. The party was voted to be the best that has been given by this organization, despite the fact that no public soliciting was done by the members amongst the people, but collections asked of all the colored churches in the South Side district made by several influential white friends, chief among whom were Judge M. W. Pinckney, Mr. J. D. Hunter, chief probation officer, and Miss Mary Bartelme, who besides financial assistance gave an abundance of new wearing apparel of all kinds for girls and boys. We especially thank them for their interest in the Negro girl and boy. We heartily thank the various churches who so generously donated to the success of the party. Again, we publicly thank the directors of Union Masonic hall for their kind donation of the hall for our party, which is an established affair every year the Saturday after Christmas. It is with delight we publicly thank the officials of Sears, Roebuck & Co. for their kind donation and interest shown in the work. The managers of the large department stores who donate to the cause every year also come in for their share of thanks. The Christmas tree was loaned to the club for the occasion by the management of the Crippled Children's Home, which was an unexpected and welcomed new contributor to the party. Personal letters of thanks have been written to the pastors, officials and store managers whose sympathy and donations helped to make the party a joy and sweet remembrance to all who were present. The club, under the leadership of its president, Mrs. Albreta Moore-Smith, Mrs. Louise Terry, secretary, and Mrs. Jessie Thomas, chairman of committee, and the hard-working membership, is to be congratulated for the success of its efforts. Next year the Defender hopes to act as Good Fellow for the club. MILWAUKEE HAPPENINGS Milwaukee, Wis., Jan. 9.—Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Sanford, of Marshfield, Wis., are the guests of their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Sanford of 715 Prairie street. Miss Margaret Wright and Mr. Robert Burrell were married Saturday afternoon. Rev. J. S. Woods officiated. Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Ford, of 292 Sixth street, entertained a number of their friends at dinner Sunday evening, in honor of the latter's sister, Mrs. Ella Mohr, and Mr. Clifford Lee, a letter carrier of Chicago. The table was well laden with plenty of good things to eat and the guests enjoyed themselves to such an extent that they were reluctant in departing. Very artistically and beautifully decorated was the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Mosely, 285 Sixth street, on Friday, Jan. 2. The color scheme was red and green, suggestive to the many who were present that the holiday spirit was still prevalent. The occasion was a party given by Miss Ethel Schaefer and Messrs. Howard Ransins, William Lawrence and Otto Walthers. Prof. A. W. Richter, secretary and dean of the law department of Marquette University, gave a reception at his home, 280 34th street, Wednesday evening, December 31, in honor Tuberculosis Its Diagnosis, Treatment and Cure Free TUBERCULOSIS NEW TREATMENT ON TUBERCULOSIS By FREDERIC HALL, M. D. is valuable material book tells in plain, simple voice how tubes work, what the skin in your place has to do, what a tube is your lungs. If you have a problem of any one suffering from a recurrence, Quirrelly Brenchillis Asthma or any other trouble, even if you are in the bed stage of the disease and feel there is no relief of the disease, we encourage you to aid, with impulse you will sometimes tried and failed, emsolved after copeless, beloved their care to the Peterkerman Co., £290 once to the Yale bookmaker, Mr. Muxoo, My mail FREE and a generous supply of your new Treatment abo-venous supply of your life you to have this care for they will be giving of your life. If may mean t of the senior class of law. They whiled away the time jesting and singing college songs, and at the "wee sma" hours of the morning" left for their homes, Mr. Eugene W. Scott, the only colored student in that class and department, was one of the many present. Among the 300 ladies who were received by the members of the Appomattox Club on New Year's was Mrs. S. A. Matthews, of 389 Oakland avenue, who has just returned home. From the club rooms the ladies went to the 7th Regiment armory to attend the ball given by the 8th Regiment. Mrs. Matthews had a delightful time, as she always does when visiting the Windy City. The local G. U. O. of O. F. gave a New Year's ball at Liedertafel hall. Many out-of-town visitors were present. St. Mark's surpice choir rendered some very beautiful music at watch meeting services New Year's Eve, and it was quite fitting to the surroundings, for, owing to the, recent burning of the old church, it became necessary to use the new one. Don't fail to order your Chicago Defender early. Mrs. Josephine Laurie (nee Valverda) is very ill at Klaes Hospital, where she recently had an operation performed. Mrs. Carrie Horton entertained at New Year's dinner for six ladies. All enjoyed a very pleasant evening. The younger children were entertained during the holidays by Misses Nancy and Amelia Poindexter and Master William Thirrl and Miss Madge Mosely. Miss Marie Burgette has returned from a delightful visit in Glencoe, where she attended the play given by the Anacreon Dramatic Club and the New Year dinner given by Mrs. Marielle Starkes and Miss Bessie Baker. Miss Burgette, who wrote the novel dinner poem naming all the guests and their vocations, is now a member of the dramatic club and will take part in its next play. Mrs. Octavia Collins and daughter Camille of Waukesha, attended the New Year's ball at Liedtafel hall. The Misses Fite and Stewart were Milwaukee visitors on New Year's night. Mrs. Carrie Horton, Miss Isabella Potter and Messrs. Oscar Wilson and Willard Kinner were the guests of the Misses Burgette at dinner Sunday evening, Jan. 4. Chicago Defender on sale at Scott Bros.' news depot, 328 State street. Phone Grand 3892. KALAMAZOO SOCIETY By Dwight Moore. (Special to The Chicago Defender). Kalamazoo, Mich., Jan. 9.—Mr. Williams of St. Louis will depart soon for his home, after visiting a month with Mr. and Mrs. Mead, 1816 North Edward street. The Lincoln Club had a grand time December 29 at the Auditorium. Mr. and Mrs. Lomax of the Bon Ton Cafe served refresements. A splendid program was rendered and a delightful time was enjoyed by all present. The Second Baptist church elected these officers Friday night for the ensuing year: Mr. Noah Smith and Mr. Charles Wood, deacons; Mrs. Amanda Johnson, church clerk; Mrs. Mary Johnson, church clerk; Mrs. Morry Phillip, treasurer. Mr. Joe Pettiford was elected chairman of the board of crustes. Mr. Emery Shepherd was elected superintendent of the Sabbath school. Rev. Dr. Viney, pastor of the Second Baptist church, has just finished up a successful year. When Rev. Viney entered this charge one year ago he found only twenty-five members enrolled. During the year he has added thirty-five to the church, besides building up a good congregation. Rev. Viney is expected by those who know him best to be a great Bible teacher and pastor. We wish for him a successful year. Miss Anna Ackles of Toledo, O., is visiting Mrs. Viney of 505 East Kalamazoo avenue. Mr. E. Cousins is very ill at the present time. Mr. R. D. Tobern of Kalamazoo is out of the city on business. The Ladles' Missionary Society will meet with Mrs. A. J. White of 421 West Ranson street Wednesday afternoon, January 7. LAKE FOREST SOCIETY Lake Forest, Jan. 9.—The Clover Leaf Club was entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Beley Slaughter Thursday evening, January 1, at progressive whist. Winner of the first prize, Mrs. Genevieve Coleman; second, Mrs. Lena Anderson; third, Mrs. Felix Anderson; first gentlemen's prize, Mr. Arthur Norse; second, Mr. James Russell; third, Mr. Beley Slaughter. Mrs. Felix Anderson will entertain next Thursday night. Mrs. Geneva Bridgeman entertained at progressive whist Friday evening, Covers were laid for twelve. Minnie Slaughter won the first prize; Deborah Slaughter, second; Miss Cassey, the booby; first gentlemen's prize, Beley Slaughter; second, Arthur Norse; third, Edgar Slaughter. It was the social event of the season.—Miss Bridgeman. GARY SOCIETY (Special to the Defender.) Gary, Ind., Jan. 9.-Miss Pearl Payne was married four weeks ago to Mr. Frank Davis. The Williams Jubilee Singers were heard Sunday, January 4th. Mr. and Mrs. Q. J. Gilmore are in Chicago. Leaving there they will go to St. Louis and Oklahoma. Miss Clara Russell of Terre Haute, Ind., is the guest of the Misses Russell on South Broadway. Miss Mildred Lee of Michigan City is visiting her father, Mr. John Lee. Fully Supplied. Maid—"If you please, m'm, man has called with a bill." Mistress—"Tell him we have some already!" THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. HARD STARS ANDICAP TOURNAMENT CHICAGO'S BILLIARD STARS IN HANDICAP TOURNAMENT --- S. Shorten. G. Holl. H. Slaughter W. Colman These Gentlemen Challenge the Civilized H. Jones. S. Holt. J. Colman. J. Nixon. The Civilized World in a Billiard Contest. S. Shorten. J. Jones. G. Holt. H. Slaughter J. Nixon These Gentlemen Challenge the Civilized World in a Billiard Contest ```markdown ``` --- Mr. George W. Holt, one of Chicago's most enterprising business men and proprietor of the Brunswick Hotel and Buffet, 2404 South State street, will inaugurate an expert billiard tournament on Monday night, Jan. 12, at 8 o'clock. This is expected to be the greatest tournament in the northwest. as a prize of great value will be awarded to the winner. Nine of the billiard stars of the city will participate in the games. Each player will play the other in the handicap tournament. The well known contestants are Messrs. S. Shorter, W. Keith, H. C. Jones, M. Harris, George W. Holt, John Nixon, H. Slaughter, W. Coleman and A. Smith. Every contestist is in good form. Each was seen by a Defender reporter last night and each was over-confident that he would win. Mr. Holt has some of the best billiard tables in the city and there is every CHICAGO HGTS. SOCIETY. Mr. and Mrs. T. Banks, of Chicago, were visiting Mrs. Lulu Wiley's family. Mrs. Banks is a brother of Mrs. Wiley. He and his wife were paying a visit to the Wiles on the eve of leaving for California. Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Johnson gave an elaborate feast in honor of the Chicago Heights Literary. Mrs. Pigeon, of the Heights, feels quite lonely since the leave of her daughter, Miss Florence Pigeon. Not only does she miss her, but her many acquaintances miss her, too. The A. M. E. Sunday school has changed its hours for holding service from 10:30 to 2 p. m., hoping by this change it will enable many to attend who have not heretofore been able to attend. Rev. James H. Wood will have on the last Sunday evening of each month a service devoted to papers read on the moral, social and intellectual uplift of the people. He by this effort hopes to infuse a deeper spirit and arouse an interest of mind improvement, especially in these three propositions—moral, social and intellectual. Rev. Jas. Wood will preach from Luke 11:35, that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed. Subject, "The Revealing of the Heart." Our morning service: Preaching, 11:30 a. m.; Sunday school, 2 p. m., and preaching 7:45 p. m. CAPITOL SINGING SOCIETY Elect Officers for Ensuing Year. (Special to the Defender.) Washington, D. C. Jan. 9.—The MuSo-Lit Club elects officers for the ensuing year on the 9th of January. This is Washington's "crack" social members typical representatives of every helpful and uplifting agency known to the race—educators, doctors, lawyers, business men, journalists, musicians, Literary men, scientists, federal officials, and scholars of the highest equipment. The membership is limited to 100, and an election to a vacancy is regarded as a distinction to be prized. The present officers are G. Luther Sadgwaj, president; Charles P. Hall, vice-president; R. W. Thompson, corresponding secretary; M. C. Clifford, recording secretary; W. H. Haynes, financial secretary; Dr. C. Summer Wormley, treasurer; chairman of the executive committee, G. Smith Wormley. MISS HARRIETTE PETTIS ENTERTAINED St. Paul Girl Guest of Mrs. W. H. Browne The Christmas season just closed will be remembered by all as a very pleasant one—unmarried by any undue hilarity which so often accompanies the mis-celebration of the birth of our Savior. The merriment of the younger set was enhanced by the presence in our city of Miss Harriette S. Pettis of St. Paul. This young lady, whose parents, by the way, were former Chicagoans, in a fortnight's stay, has endeared herself to all who have met her, and they are many. Miss Pettis was the guest of Mrs. W. Henri Browne, Jr., in Rhodes avenue, but only nominally, as three hours after her arrival she began filling a round of engagements, including church, teas, breakfasts, dinners, dinner-dances, card parties, theaters and receptions, filling her last engagement two hours before traintime. Miss Pettis holds a position of trust with a prominent corporation at her home, and could not remain very long in indication that some very fine points will be exhibited. For weeks the boys have been practicing and some have shown almost perfect form. So great has become the interest in the tournament that players are asking for standing room, and it will be hard to accommodate the spectators. The news of the contest has spread like wild fire and players from Gary, Ind., and Milwaukee, Wis., will be there to challenge the winner. A champion billiard player will act as referee. The contest will be worth seeing. Promptly at 8 o'clock Monday night the game will start. An official report will appear in The Defender. Mr. Holt was seen last night at a late hour and he said to Defender reporter: "We expect to have a great contest. The nine men are ready and all are anxious to win the coveted honor." Chicago as her work was not being handled in a satisfactory way by her assistants during her absence. AKCHIBALD H. GRIMKE ELECTED HEAD OF ACADEMY. Boston, Mass., Jan. 9.—Archibald H. Grimke, of Washington, has been reelected president of the American Negro Academy. The other officers chosen are: First vice-president, Kelly Miller; second vice-president, Rev. J. Albert Johnson; third vice-president, Dr. J. J. France; fourth vice-president, Rev. L. J. Johnson; recording secretary, A. U. Craig; corresponding secretary, J. W. Cromwell; treasurer, Rev. F. J. Grimke; executive committee, Kelly Miller, J. W. Cromwell, F. J. Grimke, L. M. Hershaw and E. C. Williams. Plenty of registered pharmacists. NEW HIGH SCHOOL Building to Cost $55,000—Structure to Be a Model. (Special to the Defender.) Washington, D. C., Jan. 9.—The new M Street High School is to cost $550,000 and is to be located on First street, between N and O streets, northwest, taking up the entire frontage of the square, 400 feet, extending back 100 feet. Tudor-Gothic will prevail in the architecture, and the central facade will be ornamented by a tower, fashioned after an old medieval castle. A running parapet will adorn the roof, giving the structure a picturesque appearance. There are to be three stories and a basement. The litter will contain the heating plant, two gymnasia, armory, shower baths, and rooms for business courses. Offices, reception rooms fifteen class rooms and assembly hall will occupy the first floor, with similar provisions on the third. The assembly hall will seat 1,200. Active building operations will begin within a few weeks, according to the expectations of the municipal architect. The structure is to be a model of its kind. CHICAGO MATRIMONY CLUB. Responsible for the Marriage of Booker T. Washington, Jr.-Miss Nettie Hancock Becomes Daughter-in-Law of Noted Educator. (Special to the Defender.) Houston, Tex., Jan. 9.-Miss Nettie Hancock, one of the most intelligent and charming girls of this section, was married to Booker T. Washington, Jr., Dec. 31. Mr. Washington was her on a visit and was the guest of one of the leading physicians. He met Miss Hancock six years ago at Fisk University and they have been corresponding ever since. "Dan Clupid" got the best of them. Mr. Washington was a member of the Bachelors Matrimony Club of Chicago and a pharmaceutical student in that city. He left the first of the week for his school. Astor was worth ten million, but he took a personal delight in sitting in the lobby of the Astor house and watching the dollars roll into this palace that his brain had planned. To have an idea, to watch it grow, to then work it out and see it made manifest in concrete substance, this was his joy. ENGLAND'S TEMPLES Beautiful Tribute to Past Labors of Catholic Church. William Winter, the Dramatic Critic Says He Is Conscious of a Pro- found Obligation for Church's Preservation of the Arts. Utica, N. Y.—A beautiful tribute is paid by William Winter, the dramatic critic, to the old Catholic temples of England, many of which now lie in ruin. "To think of the Catholic Church," he says, "is to think of the oldest, the most venerable and the most powerful religious institution existing among men. I am not a churchman of any kind; that, possibly, is my misfortune; but I am conscious of a profound obligation of gratitude to that wise and august austere, yet tenderly human ecclesiastical power, which, self-centered amid vicissitudes of human affairs and provident of men of learning, imagination, and sensibility throughout the world has preserved the literature and art of all the centuries, has made architecture the living symbol of celestial aspiration, and in poetry and in music has heard and has transmitted the authentic voice of God. "I say that I am not a churchman; but I would also say that the best hours of my life have been hours of meditation passed in the glorious cathedrals, and among the sublime ecclesiastical ruins of England. "I have worshiped in Canterbury, and York, in Winchester and Sallisbury in Lincoln and Durham, in Ely and in Weils. "I have stood in Tintern, when the green grass and the white daisies were waving in the summer wind, and have looked upon the gray and russet walls and upon those lovely arched casements—among the most graceful ever devised by human art—round which the sheeted ivy drops and through which the winds of heaven sing a perpetual requiem. "I have seen the shadows of evening slowly gather and softly fall over the gaunt tower, the rooftop nave, the giant pillars and the shattered arcades of Fountains Abbey, in its sequested and melancholy solitude, where ancient Ripon dreams in the spacious and verdant valleys of the Skell. "I have mused upon Netley and Kirkstall, and Newstead, and Bolton, and Melrose, and Dryburgh; and at a midnight hour I have stood in the grim and gloomy chancel of St. Columbia's THE CATHEDRAL OF ST. MARY'S St. Columba's Ruins. Cathedral, remote in the storm-swept Hebrides, and looked upward to the cold stars, and heard the voices of the birds of night mingled with the desolate meaning of the sea. "With awe, with reverence, with many strange and wild thoughts I have lingered and pondered in those haunted holy places, but one remembrance was always present—the remembrance that it was the Roman Catholic church that created those forms of beauty, and breathed into them the breath of a divine life, and hallowed them forever; and thus thinking I have left the unspeakable paths of her long exile from the temples that her passionate devotion prompted and her loving labor reared." LOSES JOB: TAKES HIS LIFE One Day of Idleness in Nineteen Years Was Too Much for Eastern Man. Boston, Mass.—One day of idleness after 10 years of hard, steady work was too much for William Ratzel of Roxbury, so he committed suicide. For nearly a score of years Ratzel, who was a carpenter, was employed in a wood-working factory in East Cambridge. He was discharged. He brooded over his lot all day, and at night after the factory closed he opened a window of his old place of employment and made his way inside. In the morning when a foreman opened the shop he found the body of Ratzel lying on a workbench with a gas tube in his mouth. POVERTY IS NEAR GEM MINE Almshouse Property Adjoins Arkansas Diamond Diggings-Largest in United States. Murphyshoro, Ark.-Diamonds and poverty do not go hand in most parts of the world, but here in Pike county, the home of the only diamond mines of any size in the United States, the greatest of chums are the county poor farm and the diamond bearing property. All that separates the county farm from the diamond property is an imaginary line, on one side of which is supposed to be wealth, on the other side poverty. 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