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BRAZIL WELCOMES AFRO-AMERICANS Millionaire Colored Girl Kidnapped? Not at Tuskegee LATEST NEWS If You See It In The Defender It's So BRAZIL Millionaire ERNEST STEVEN SAYS AFRO- CANS PRO SOUTH A Young Chicago Man Visits Principal Amazed at the Progress, Wealth and by Afro-Americans—Races Continue in Peace and Harmony, for the Comm ABSOLUTELY NO COLOR LIKE Traveler Is Naturally Interested in Auto Race Owns and Operates Best Ma- Earn $15 a Day, While Natives Oper- tions and Do Gigantic Export Busine- de Janeiro Is Advice. ERNEST STEVENS SAYS AFRO-AMERICANS PROSPER IN SOUTH AMERICA Young Chicago Man Visits Principal Cities in Brazil and Is Amazed at the Progress, Wealth and Lofty Positions Attained by Afro-Americans—Races Continues to Intermarry and Live in Peace and Harmony, for the Common Good of the Country. ABSOLUTELY NO COLOR LINE IN BRAZIL. Traveler Is Naturally Interested in Automobiles, and Finds That Race Owns and Operates Best Makes—Ebony-Hued Pilots Earn $15 a Day, While Natives Operate Large Coffee Plantations and Do Gigantic Export Business—Buy a Ticket for Rio de Janeiro Is Advice. --- VOL. IX., NO. 11. (Special Correspondence to the Chicago Defender.) Buenos Aires, March 13.—A Chicagoan has called Brazil "the land of justice and plenty." In quest of something of interest for this letter I stopped into the Hotel Continental. I knew at once that the pleasant-looking young man was from the States, but was surprised when I learned that he was from Chicago. He was Mr. Ernest Stevens, and I made his acquaintance in this manner: I had no card and was at a loss how to approach him, when I thought of the copy of the Chicago Defender that I had in my pocket. "Pardon," said I. "Would you like to see a newspaper from——" The sentence was never finished, for the stranger said: "Why, that's my home paper, but I am very much surprised to find it down here." That's how your correspondent met the affable chauffeur of Mr. Julius Rosenwald. Mr. Stevens is particularly interested in automobiles, as you will find out later in this article. Land of Justice and Plenty. He had traveled quite a bit through South America and was delighted with Brazil. We discussed the recent article published in the Defender, and he asserts that it did not tell half the story. He showed me a letter addressed to a friend in Chicago, in which he spoke of Brazil in the language in which this letter opens. He is a keen observer and, after a short tour of the principal places, his amazement was great. He marveled at the mingling of the races, and the absence of any semblance of prejudice. He declares that the most optimistic never dreamed of such harmony and success when there is so much discord in the States. His time was short. He was en route to France, but before leaving he summed up his observations in this tense little story. I forward it verbatim, as his style is quaint, his sent nees short and to the point, but withal interesting: "Tell the Chicago Defender that Brazil is the real thing. I found Negroes everywhere." Notes the Pilots. In Brazil they were motormen on the trolley cars and in Rio de Janeiro there were as many conductors as motormen. The best hotels in both cities are under full-blooded Negro or mixed management. Negro pilots handle the tugs that tow the big ocean (Continued on Page 7.) CHICAGO ELECTRICIAN Presents Moving Pictures at Frankfort Normal School. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Frankfort, Ky., March 13.-Prof. Robert Harrold, the electrician of the State Normal, is presenting some very didactic motion pictures at the normal each Friday night. These pictures raise the ideals of the students high and is a good educational movement, but few of the city people ever attend these pictures. There is a howl why don't the normal attend our concerts in the city. Why don't you attend the normal concerts on the hill. ```markdown ``` Chicago Defender WORLD'S GREATEST WEEKLY SATURDAY IL WE shire Colo TEVENS PRO-AMERI- ROSPER IN AMERICA Principal Cities in Brazil and Is Health and Lofty Positions Attained Continues to Intermarry and Live the Common Good of the Country. COLOR LINE IN BRAZIL. In Automobiles, and Finds That Best Makes—Ebony-Hued Pilots ives Operate Large Coffee Planta- rt Business—Buy a Ticket for Rio COMPANY F, 8TH I. N. G. HAS ANNUAL INSPECTION. Wednesday evening, March 11, Company F was inspected by Lieut.-Col. Muir, U. S. A., and a marked of excellent, which is quite an honor, something rarely given in a government inspection. The officers of Company F are: Captain, Pusey Arnett; 1st Lieut., Wadsworth Holmes; 2d Lieut., Jas Smith; non-comissioned officers: 1st Sergt., Earl Mosley; Quartermaster, John Hedges; Sergts, Warren Level, William Johnson, Benote Lee, Joseph Warner; Corporals, Joseph Smith, William Hogan, Patrick Young, John Wilson, Luther Harris. The Seventh Infantry, Illinois National Guard, has invited the Eighth Regiment staff to attend the presentation of rifle decorations and long and honorable service medals, 34th and Wentworth avenue, Tuesday evening, March 17, at 8:30. On Monday evening Major Muir of the U. S. army inspected several companies. Col. F. A. Denison and staff were present. The new colonel was asked about the Mexican situation. He said: "I am more concerned about the new armory now than I am about going to war. See the blue print," he said. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON ADDRESSES BUSINESS LEAGUE [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Kansas City, Mo., March 13.—Dr. Booker T. Washington, who came here from Chicago, Ill., where he visited The Defender office and his son, Booker T. Jr., was the principal speaker at the Business Men's League the first of the week. Mr. Washington noted many improvements here, especially in the purchase of property. The league will hold twenty meetings at twenty different churches. A similar plan, it is said, will be inaugurated in Chicago. Mr. Washington left for California today. LOS ANGELES, CAL [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Los Angeles, Cal., March 13—Dr. Booker T. Washington is in Los Angeles. More than 5,000 people are expected to hear him speak Sunday, March 8, at the Sixth- and Hill Street church. Sunday's address is to the whole race. Dr. Washington will tour the state of California before leaving. Mr. Charles C. Cox, 451 Wall street, died Suddenly. He was born in 1865 in Augusta, Ga. He was well known in Los Angeles. Leaves a mother, daughter and sons. Miss Jennie Mack returned from her sister at San Bernardino, Cal., where she has been ill for several weeks. The Santa Fe 13rber shop has been remodeled with all necessary conveniences to make it modern and we invite you to give them a call at 735 East Third street. REPRESENTATIVE ON FILM CENSOR BOARD. Maj. Funkhouser and His Aids Have Another Busy Week—Matrons Object to One Film and It Is Cut Out—Afro-Americans Still Ridiculed and Insulted. Moving pictures increase daily in Chicago and the work of the Censor Board headed by Second Deputy Police Chief Major M. L. C. Funkhouser becomes more arduous. This week they were so busy that special censor committees were appointed to assist them. No Afro-American was appointed on any of these committees nor is there one on the regular board. Films extremely objectionable to the race pass these examiners and are displayed all over the city. The Italians were the first to score this week. Representatives of that race objected to one entitled "Little Italy" and it was immediately cut out. Afro-Americans constitute two-thirds of the patronage at some of the theaters where they are continually insulted and ridiculed but up to date they have not objected. Perhaps The Chicago Defender is wrong in its contention for representation on this board, maybe the time is not ripe, as was the cry in the recent aldermanic fight. We will wait another week. MRS. GABRIELLA SMITH'S FUNERAL DRAWS THRONG MRS. GABRIELLA SMITH'S FUNERAL DRAWS THRONG Ebenezer Baptist Church Filled at Impressive Services Over Woman Whose Life Was Full of Good Deeds and Whose Death Was an Exemplification of the Christian. Religion. Mrs. Gabriella Smith, whose death last Wednesday surprised the community, was buried from Ebenezer Baptist Church Monday morning. Easily the most noted woman in Chicago for her unselfish philanthropy and interest in the unfortunate throughout her life, the services drew an immense throng, and her glorious passing, eloquently told by Rev. J. F. Thomas, the pastor, and Mrs. Ellsworth, a deaconess, who were with her in the last hour of life, exemplified the Christian religion in a manner as no recent death has done, and made the funeral rites unusually impressive. Friends Pay Tribute. The services of eulogy and song began shortly after 11 o'clock. Rev. Thomas was assisted by Rev. William Gray, Rev. J. C. Anderson, pastor of Quinn Chapel A. M. E. Church; Rev. Harris of Herman Baptist Church, and Professor Brown of the Baptist Training School. Mrs. Smith was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., in 1803, and was the daughter of the late lamented David and Charlotte Knighten. These and other pertinent facts in her life were told in a touching obituary subscribed by her devoted and lifelong friend, Mrs. Joanna Snowden-Poster. At the request of the deceased de Koven Thompson sang his beautiful composition, "Dear Lord, Remember." He could only render one verse, so deep was his emotion in fulfilling his promise to his friend. Mrs. D. L. Dunham feeling sang "Flee as Bail to Yon Mountain." Love and esteem entered into every part of the service. The special choir was made up of companions of the deceased and her associates in the Old Settlers' Club. Sermon Touches Hearts Sermon Touches Hearts. Rev. Thomas knew the deceased and her family for twenty-seven years. He was with her when she died in the triumph of faith, and his picture of the death of the regenerated touched the hearts of his hearers. Every eye (Continued on page 7) Early Wednesday morning Mrs. E. A. Vena, 137 North Homan boulevard, was removed to the Wesley hospital, where a noted physician performed a very serious operation on her. The operation was successful and her physician states that she will be able to return to her home in about two weeks. CHICAGO, MARCH 14, 1914 TES AF I Kidnapp RICHEST CHILD OF THE RACE MYSTERIOUSLY DISAPPEARS Little Sarah Rector Is Not In Oklahoma and Is Not the Child of That Name Under the Care of Dr. Booker T. Washington at Tuskegee Institute. WHITE GUARDIAN CARE LESS. Evidently Lured Away by Candy and a Handful of Pennies-When at Home She Lived in Hut and Had No Playthings Like Other Children. That is a question that everyone from Oklahoma to Tuskegee, Ala., is trying to answer. Little Sarah Rector, the 10 year old girl, is not at her home near the Creek river in Oklahoma, nor is she under the care of Principal Booker T. Washington at Tuskegee Institute. Under date of February 14 The Chicago Defender published a story telling of her vast possessions, and stating that she was then at Tuskegee Institute. Another Sarah Bector This week Mr. Emmett J. Scott, secretary to Hon. Booker T. Washington, in a letter to this newspaper states that "the Sarah Rector at Tuskegee is not the girl of Muskogee." Inquiry in and around Muskogee enlists the fact that she is not there, and the question again arises: Where is Straw Post? Trick of White Guardian The Chicago Defender and other newspapers have recently engaged in a campaign to have this child taken out of the hands of her white guardian and put in the care of a member of her own race so that she could be educated and fitted in every way to handle her vast wealth when she becomes of age, and it is feared that her disappearance is a trick to offset such a move on the part of her white guardian. Sarah Rector Must Be Found. Little Sarah Rector can not be hid. She is of too much importance to the members of her race, who intend to have her live in the open like respectable people should. Her guardian realizes a princely sum in the handling of her fortune, and it is as little as he can do to send her to school and take her out of the hovel that she has previously called home. Careful search is being made for her. Meanwhile nature in the shape of fine oil wells daily piles up dollars for her, but the all important question now is: Where is Sarah Rector? BABY SWELLS PROGRESSIVE RANKS [Special to The Chicago Defender] New York, March 13—In the birth of a son Saturday to Mrs. Richard Derby the Progressive party has a notable addition. That is, if he follows the political beliefs of his illustrius grandfather, Theodore Roosevelt. Mrs. Derby was Ethel Roosevelt and her son is the colonel's second grandchild, the first being the daughter of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. MR. E. W. MATTHEWS ON BUSINESS TRIP Mr. E. W. Matthews, one of the enterprising business mea of Atlanta, Ga., has been in the city for several days. His trip is a purely business one, as he is preparing to invest in several large flat buildings here. WAR CORRESPONDENT GETS BID Mr. Cary B. Lewis, newspaper writer and known in military circles as the war correspondent, has received an invitation from the Seventh Infantry, I. N. G., to attend the presentation of rifle decorations and long service medals at their armory March 17. IGNORE RACE WOMEN FOR UNNATURALIZED FOREIGNER. Chief of Police Discharges Policewoman Because She Has Not Taken Out Citizenship Papers While Many Afro-American Citizens Seek Position. Color prejudice has again proven a boomerang to the city officials. Recently several policewomen were appointed but the Afro-American women who took the examination were completely ignored. Among the new appointees was Emma Neukom. Emma was sent to the Woodlawn station but Chief of Police Gleason was compelled to discharge her Tuesday when he found out that she had failed to obtain her naturalization papers. No such trouble ever confronts the officials with its citizens of color, yet they pass all around them and never realize that they are in existence until a little think like the little matter that Emma Neukom overlooked calls them to time. The Chicago Defender urges the Afro-American women who are eligible to get busy as we would like to publish the name of Chicago's first policewoman in our next issue. AFRO-AMERICANS SUCCESS IN BANK- ING AND INSURANCE AFRO-AMERICANS SUCCESS IN BANK- ING AND INSURANCE Without Opportunity to Learn, the Race Has Mastered the Two Highest Forms of Business Operates Substantial Banks and Insurance Companies in All of the Principal Cities—Institutions Open Up New Line of Employment. Washington, March 13.-Recent discussion of the Afro-American brought about by the fact that the Wilson administration is trying to eliminate him entirely has brought his business ability into the limelight. Banking and insurance companies are now being discussed. Banking and insurance are usually regarded as possibly the two highest forms of business activities, and as possibly requiring more care in details and financial acumen than any other branches of business. They are, too, the only two branches of business into whose mysteries the race has had no opportunity to become versed. That he has learned the banking and insurance business, and has developed them, and is now conducting these branches of business with success among his own people is an undeniable fact. Dr. W. R. Pettiford, president of the Alabama Penny Savings Bank, was the pioneer Afro-American banker in Alabama. He had no opportunity to learn the banking business. He evolved from a minister of the gospel to a banker. When Dr. Pettiford established his bank at Birmingham incredulous white men did not regard it seriously enough to suggest a second thought, and many men of his own race regarded it with distrust—a sort of chateaux en Espagne. Today a magnificent five-story steel building is the home of that bank, and regular annual dividends paid attest to how wise and conservative has been its management. And from this bank, or rather inspired by its success, other race banks have sprung into existence from Boston to Jacksonville, Fla. Sixty-six banks, have been catch Sixty-six banks have been established, and only ten have failed. Prominent among them are the banks in Montgomery, Ala.; Tuskegee, Ala.; Birmingham, Ala.; Atlanta, Ga.; Jackson, Miss.; Indianola, Miss.; Mound Bayou, Miss.; Boley, Okla.; Memphis, Tenn.; Indianapolis, Ind.; Washington, D. C., and Philadelphia, Pa. They are intelligently and conservatively managed, and each has resources sufficient in excess of liabilities to render them "safe and sound," and to enable them to stand Alabama Has First Bank. New Line of Employment: SATURDAY MERI Not at Tu WHY FIGH A FLAG FOLD What Incentive Have Afro-Ameri of the United States When t to Burn and Lynch Innocent and Expense When Mexican WAR CLOUDS ARE HANG More Light on the Anti-Afro-Ameri Backed Up by Vardaman, He The "Watching and Waiting Segregate and Drive the Rac to Fight When War Breaks WHY FIGHT FOR A FLAG WHOSE FOLDS DO NOT PROTECT? What Incentive Have Afro-Americans to Take Up Arms in Defense of the United States When the Government Will Allow Mobs to Burn and Lynch Innocent Citizens, but Will Go to Trouble and Expense When Mexican Bandits Kill an Englishman? WAR CLOUDS ARE HANGING LOW—FEARS JAPAN. More Light on the Anti-Afro-American Policy of President Wilson, Backed Up by Vardaman, Hoke Smith and Their Comrades—The "Watching and Waiting" Tactics Fool No One—Still Segregate and Drive the Race from Office, and Expect Them to Fight When War Breaks Out. R. S. ABBOTT ILL NEAR PENUMONIA Publisher and Editor of The Chicago Defender Confined to His Bed Since Monday Night—Improves But Must Be Quiet. Mr. R. S. Abbott, editor and publisher of The Chicago Defender, has been ill at his home, 3159 State street, since Monday night. Mrs. H. P. Lee, with whom he resides, returned home that evening and found him suffering from a severe chill. Dr. T. S. Officer, the nearest physician, was called but it was not until early morning that he became better. His own physician, Dr. W. H. Marshall, was called the next day. He advised quiet and said that his patient was as near pneumonia as he could safely be. As we go to press Dr. Marshall declares that Mr. Abbott has greatly improved but will be confined for some time yet. A. N. FIELDS GOES TO A. N. Fields, a local newspaper writer, took a trip to Joliet on Tuesday and the report leaked out that he was not going alone but accompanied by a sheriff, but the truth of the matter was he went in the interest of a prisoner. Fields is the selected press agent for Charles Griffin, who has announced himself for independent alderman of the Second ward. the most scrutinizing examination by bank examiners. With the increasing number of banks being established, and the safe and successful operation of those already established, an opportunity is now being afforded young men to learn and grow up in that branch of business for which the Chinese have been famed for centuries as the masters of the Orient, and the branch of business in which the Jew in Europe and America is almost in supreme control. The Insurance Business. Equally surprising and gratifying is the success the race has made in the insurance business. In Philadelphia there are three insurance companies controlled and conducted by Afro-Americans. One of these was established some years ago by perhaps a half dozen men who each put in not to exceed $50, plus a lot of energy, confidence and sincerity, and today the company owns its own commodious building and has resources sufficient to satisfy the stringent insurance laws of the William Penn state. One other company there, equally successful and just as conservatively and efficiently managed, was started in about the same manner. At Atlanta, Ga., there is a $100,000 paid-up capital company, and two or three others strongly established and efficiently and profitably conducted. In North Carolina, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Virginia, the District of Columbia and other states there are insurance companies. HOME EDITION RICE 5 CENTS IN CHICAGO AND SUBURBS FOREIGN 10 CENTS RICANS Tuskegee PRICE 5 CENTS IN CHICAGO AND SUBURBS FOREIGN 10 CENTS RIGHT FOR AG WHOSE LDS DO NOT PROTECT? o-Americans to Take Up Arms in Defense When the Government Will Allow Mobs innocent Citizens, but Will Go to Trouble Mexican Bandits Kill an Englishman? HANGING LOW—FEARS JAPAN. Pro-American Policy of President Wilson, man, Hoke Smith and Their Comrades— "Waiting" Tactics Fool No One—Still the Race from Office, and Expect Them Breaks Out. By Ralph W. Tyler. --- —Says EMMETT J. SCOTT (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, March 13.—In case of war with a foreign power the services of Afro-American soldiers at the front will be needed. No one informed doubts but what, in spite of the president's "watching and waiting" policy, this country is surely drifting toward war with Mexico. No one informed doubts but what the Japanese situation is tinged with the possibility of serious rupture. No one informed doubts that the president's feverishly earnest desire for the repeal of the free tools for United States vessels passing through the canal is predicated upon the fear, the probability, of war, and in consequence of which the desire to lead England to be absolutely neutral, if not secretly friendly, towards this country, whether the foreign power with which we should become involved in war be Mexico or Japan. "Tim Crowed" in President Sight. How this administration, in case of war, can expect the Afro-Americans to enlist and fight in the face of the segregation and "Jim Crowing" of faithful race employees right under the president's nose, and without protest from him, is beyond the ken of the average man. How the president could expect Afro-Americans to offer their services and their blood in defense of a country whose executive and legislative majority seek to make segregation, and even elimination, in government service a thing sanctioned by legislative act is a puzzle to the loyal. By what mode of reasoning colored men could be expected to carry and fight for the flag, into the mountains, through the tropical, fever-infested jungles of Mexico, when United States senators and members of the lower branch of congress unreservedly declare for the repeal of the fifteenth amendment—the elimination of the Afro-American from the government service—and, in lieu of that, the segregation in the departments, is at least unintelligible to the race that has fought, and on the side of the American government, in every war from 1776 to 1898. Black Soldiers Needed In 1861. The president and the Vardamans, Tillmans, Hoke Smiths, Edwards, Dles, et al., in case of war, might confidently announce it is a "white man's war." That was the announcement in 1861, but the toll of deaths, the flow of blood and the constant defeats of the Union army created a demand for the willing, loyal, stubborn fighting black soldier long before Grant and Lee met at Appomattox. The "watching and waiting" policy of the national administration, which prompted the president to treat with the bandit, robber and murderer, Villa, because an Englishman was slain by him, but offered no excuse to even notice the lynching (and burning of one) of two Afro-Americans on American soil, and within a day and night ride of the national capital, is not a policy calculated to arouse partisans within the breasts of the ten million who make up the race in this country. Afraid of Japan. A fear of Japan, a country more than three thousand miles beyond where the sun sets on this country, but an indifference to a people whose only crime is that their skins wear the livery of the burnished sun, and whose every effort has been to till the soil in peace, observe the laws they had no part in making, and follow and fight for a flag whose folds do not protect them, will not inspire a "do-not-fear-to-die" spirit among Afro-Americans should this country be thrown into the vortex of bloody war with a foreign country whose laws and practices voice no race discriminations. President Wilson has sat supremely while one after another of colored officials have been displaced to make room for white officials whose loyalty to country or efficiency was no better than those displaced. Why was segregation permitted to continue, is now permitted to continue, in the departments, after the president was advised of it by the press, white and colored; by private individuals, white and colored, and by members of congress who still believe in the declaration of independence? The reply is: Because of the observance of an anti-Afro-American policy. Mr. Grimke Insulted. Last week at the hearing before the congressional committee in charge of the bill recently introduced authorizing race segregation in governmental departments Mr. Archiluhd Grimke appeared against the measure, and in defense of his race. Into his teeth, at that hearing, Democratic congressmen—members of the party in power—flung the brutal announcement that they were even in favor of eliminating completely the race from the government service. END PUT TO DISCRIMINATION National Political League Claims No Segregation Exists at Nation's Capital. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, D. C.—Fighting every inch of the ground against Afro-American segregation, the Political League, with headquarters at Boston, has won a victory for the race. Since Wilson has been president, in the bureau of engraving and printing of the treasury department, where 300 men and women of the race work, the race has been segregated and humiliated. Every effort was made to have J. S. Williams, assistant secretary of the treasury, change the condition, but it went on until Charles S. Hamlin of Boston was made senior assistant secretary of the treasury. Mr. Hamlin has issued orders that in the new bureau of engraving and printing there shall be no segregation; that all employees shall use the common dining room provided. It is understood that most of the work done against segregation was by the National Political League and the Afro-American press, Editor Monroe Trotter being among the fordmost workers. DEFENDER'S LEGAL HELPS Letters for This Department Must Be Signed with the Names and Addresses of the Writers. DISCRIMINATION March 9.—To The Defender Legal Helps: In the tribune of February 1 the following subject was submitted to the Legal Friend of the People: A contends that a restaurant keeper in Illinois has the right to receive or refuse such person as he pleases. B contends that he has not. Who is correct? The Legal Friend of the People answered: A restaurant keeper is not required to serve everyone who comes into his place of business. In this he is differently situated than a hotel keeper. From the above does the Tribune hold that in Illinois a restaurant keeper may discriminate against Afro-Americans? The Tribune Law Department does not affirm that restaurant keepers may lawfully discriminate against Afro-Americans. The law of the state of Illinois is that restaurant keepers, together with all other public places, are prohibited from discriminating against any person within its jurisdiction on account of race or color. RENT DEPOSITS. March 6—To The Defender Legal Helps: I paid $5 to a real estate agent as a deposit on a house with the understanding that in case I did not like the house that he would return to me my money. I looked at the house and found it unsuitable. I returned for the refund of my $5 and was told by the real estate agent that I could not get it because that $5 was a part payment of the first month's rent. I looked at my receipt and discovered that it was a receipt for part payment of rent instead of a receipt or a deposit as the real estate agent had informed me he was giving at the time. Can I lawfully recover my $5? You can lawfully recover your $5. This practice is a species of fraud and will not stand in law. Persons making deposits are advised not to accept such receipts, but to require a statement that the money is a deposit and will be refunded if the house is not suitable. Daily Thought. With respect to luxuries and comforts, the wisest have ever lived a more simple and meager life than the poor—Thoreau. Real Philanthropy Some day a real philanthropist will arrive on the scene and give ten cents to some worthy cause without demanding that the cause raise an additional 50 cents--Atchison Globe. GENERAL VILLA IS GEORGE GOLDSBY, LIVED IN VINITA Married Afro-American Woman, and His Son, Luther Goldsby, Died in Muskogee Eighteen Months Ago—Boy Was Half-Brother of Cherokee Bill, Notorious Outlaw of Pioneer Days, and Was Porter at the Cobb Hotel. GOLDSBY WAS ROVER. Continually Drifted About—When Not Residing in Vinita He Spent His Time in the Hills—Left the Then Indian Territory Town to Enlist in the U. S. Army—Had Trouble Along the Border and Fled to Mexico. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Muskogee, Okla., March 13.—The story published last week in the Chicago Defender, telling of the likeness of General Pancho Villa to one George Goldsby, a former member of the Teenth United States Cavalry, has been widely read throughout the state. It is said that the "Conqueror on Horseback" is a Cherokee freedman and old-time resident of Vinita, and in bygone days was a frequent visitor here. The Vinita Leader, a popular and reliable newspaper, says: Goldsby Well Known. "George Goldsby, which is the supposed Mexican's real name, was for several years a resident of this country, then the Indian Territory, and his home was here in Vinita. He was at that time considered part Negro, and as far as can be remembered led a peaceful life. He drifted about the country and spent the greater part of the time, while not in this city, in the hills. He spent several years in the service of the American Army in Troop D of Maryland, and after his discharge from service returned here where he was married to a Negro woman. The woman was at the time cooking for Tom Knight, father of Morris and Henry Knight of this city. From this marriage was born a son, Luther Goldsby, who remained in this city up until three years ago. While in Vinita the latter part of the time Luther Goldsby, son of the present General Villa, acted as porter at the Cobb Hotel. He left Vinita three years ago, going to California. Returning from California, he made his residence in Muskogee and there died about eighteen months ago. Son Half-Brother of Outlaw. "Luther Goldsby was a half-brother, on his mother's side, to the famous 'Cherokee Bill.' 'Cherokee Bill' was captured in the hills near Nowata by two other Negroes and later hanged in Ft. Smith, Ark. The capture of the famous outlaw was made on the Verdigris river at Gooseneck bend, a Negro settlement near Nowata. The maiden name of the mother of Luther Goldsby is unknown here now, but the facts in the case of Pancho Villa are true, and his residence here, his marriage to a Vinita. Negress, his service in the American army, and his entrance to Mexico now stand as verified facts. "George Goldsby—or General Villa, as he now chooses to call himself—is remembered by many of the old-timers of this city. They remember him, and his picture shows him to be the type of a man that could readily pass for a Mexican. Villa Not a Mexican. "From an enlisted soldier in the United States army to the generalship of a force that bids fair to conquer all Mexico is a long step. General Villa now stands as a unique figure in that revolution-swept country, and is a marvel of the modern world in generalship. At the time of his flight from this country into Mexico he enlisted in the regular Mexican army, and later became a bandit, and the most famous bandit that Mexico has ever known. The training he received in the American service stood him in good stead, and he always has shown a rare cunning and good generalship. He is not a Mexican at all, but an American white-Negro. During his days of outlawry he gathered about him a small band of insurrectos and bandits, and spent the time plundering the country in the wake of the other armies in the early stages of the first revolutions, and, though lacking arms and ammunition, he has carried everything before him. Quiet in Manner. "George Goldsby is remembered as a man tall of stature, strong featured, part Indian, quiet and as one of grim determination. He was well known to a few of the old settlers, and they say that his existence here was peaceful and not marked by any great show of energy or viciousness. He kept pretty much to himself, keeping in obscurity the commanding influence he was capable of mustering. His figure was calm and commanding, and his step had the quick, determined, intellectual air with it that would cause comment. He returned here after his service in the army during the early eighties, and his record in the army proves his nature to be wild, reckless and daring. He was a good soldier, and gained during his service that which has brought him into the eyes of the entire world—the art of generalship. Two years after his marriage here he got into trouble along the Texas border and was forced to flee the country into Mexico, where he soon entered into the precarious bandit and army life. "His only connections of this country are believed to be dead, they being the son, Luther Goldsby, 'Cherokee Bill' and the mother and wife. The Negro woman was last heard of at her horse, near Fort Gibson several years after Goldsby's flight into Mexico, but has been reported dead since that time." PRAIRIE STATE EVENTS. Decatur, Ill., March 13.—This city of 35,000 inhabitants, of which 1,200 are Afro-Americans, is holding its own. The Chicago Defender is circulated throughout the city. The physical ailments of the people are looked after by Dr. H. C. Buster and Dr. L. W. Parker, both enterprising men and good physicians, while the legal light is Mr. S. T. Clanton Jr. The Baptist and Methodist churches, pastored by Rev. J. A. Crockett and Rev. H. W. Jamison, are splendidly located and are doing much for the moral, civic and spiritual uplift of the race. Decatur is quite a convention city, often entertaining two grand lodges during the same year. Last year the Knights of Pythias and the Court of Calanthe, and the Knights and Daughters of Tabor held their sessions here. In October we will entertain the Prince Hall grand lodge. * * * Wednesday, March 18, Blind Boone will give one of his unique entertainments at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Adella Ross, grand matron of the O. E. S. of Illinois and jardisic, visited St. Mary's Chapter at their regular meeting, Friday, the 6th. Jacksonville, Ill., March 13—The following are the officers of the Civic League, who are making great progress: Dr. A. H. Kinnielbrew, president; Dr. John Dunn, first vice president; Rev. A. E. Miller, secretary; Frank Mallory, second vice president; Mrs. Warren Bryant, third vice president; Mrs. Laura LaFayette, fourth vice president; Mrs. Anderson Banks, fifth vice president; Hobert Hyatt, treasurer; Rev. Muse, chaplain; Mrs. Sam Harris, assistant secretary; Mrs. John McCree, organist; Rev. H. H. De Witt, chairman of executive board; W. M. Parrish, secretary; Frank Mallory, business and economics; Rev. G. T. Shaw, church work; Mrs. Sherman, mounts education; Rev. A. A. Russell, harmony and fellowship; Charley Branum, politics and legislation; John Dunn, membership; Mrs. A. A. Sharp, home improvement; Rev. A. E. Miller, resolutions and publicity. Mrs. Susie W. Weeden of North Prairie street has moved to Decatur, Ill., where she is running a rooming house. --- Love feast was held March 6 at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Also quarterly meeting was held March 8. Mr. Anthony Hamilton is expecting to leave for the Philippine Islands about the first of April. Mr. Edward Davis of Pittsfield, Ill., visited Miss Josie House at 309 Marrion street recently. Mr. Willis Lewis of Springfield, Ill., visited Miss Dora Waffull of Anna street. --- The Pleasant Hour Club met March 6 with Mrs. Samuel Johnson on West Morton avenue. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. J. Dunn, Mrs. Annie Coleman and Mrs. Ellen Chapman. Excellent refreshments were served. Baptizing was held March 8 at the Mt. Emery Baptist Church. Rev. Russell baptized several candidates. Mrs. Alice G. Moore of St. Louis, Mo., is in the city to open up a hair dressing parlor. Mrs. Della Harris and son La Fount have been on the sick list. Also Mr. Jesse Carter. Mr. Jordan Porter at the Dunlap Hotel attended his father's funeral at Fulton, Mo. Mr. Charley Burghart of Greenfield, Il., visited Mr. Frank Mallory of S. Main street recently. Miss Nellie Early has been on the sick list. * * * The funeral services of Mr. Benjamin Oxley was held March 6 at the home of his mother, Mrs. Arthur Holt, on S. lurton street. Rev. Shaw officiated, assisted by Rev. A. E. Miller, and it was largely attended. The hymns sung were "Jesus, Lover of My Soul," "Rock of Ages," and "Will Anyone Be There at the Beautiful Gate Waiting and Watching?" Rev. Shaw proached an impressive sermon from the book of the prophet Isaiah, 41st chapter. The flowers were many and beautiful. Interment was in Diamond cemetery. He leaves a loving mother and several sisters and brothers to mourn his loss. Mrs. Nellie Carr Parks of South West street attended her birthday celebration March 4 at the home of her mother at Pittsfield, Ill. She was accompanied by Mrs. W. H. Robinson of 483 South Clay avenue. Mrs. Mary E. Moxley of 514 South West street is some better. Mrs. Samuel Rhodes of 650 South West street has been on the sick list. Mrs. James Smith, who is sick at the home of Mrs. Ed Rainey on South West street is some better. Mrs. Maggie Richardson attended the funeral of Mrs. Annie Stewart. She is from Peoria, Ill. Mrs. Alice G. Moore is here from St. Louis to open up a hair dressing parlor. The funeral services of Mrs. Annie Stewart was held March 6 at the Bethel A. M. E. church. Rev. Shaw officiated. The flowers were many and beautiful. Interment was in East cemetery. Mrs. M. Bryant of Luton street has been on the sack list. Mr. David Slitt, proprietor of the Home Bantitor. 213 North Main THE CHICAGO DEFENDER street, who has conducted a first class cleaning establishment for some time, has purchased a house and lot, 1460 West State street, from Mr. Robert Blue. That shows great progress in a year. Mr. Griffin of Kansas City is now working at Mr. Marion Meadow's shop on West State street. Mrs. Thomas Blue of North Diamond street has returned from a pleasant visit in Hannibal, Mo. THE SICK. List of Your Friends Under a Physician's Care at Home or in the Hospitals. Mr. Walter Hayes, 5015 Dearborn street, has improved considerably but will be under the care of his physician or several weeks. Miss Ruth Elliott of 6500 Aberdeen street is reported sick this week. Mrs. Thompson of 6043 Morgan street is still indisposed. Among those reported ill this week were Mrs. Anna Hall, 3552 Forest avenue, and Mrs. Stella Franklin, 6345 Stewart avenue. Mrs. Edna King Maxwell has been ill for several weeks but is much better. Mr. Grant Coleman of the Elite is ill with pneumonia at 59 East 34th street. Mr. A. M. Edwards, a member of Bethel Church and lieutenant of Company B, 12th Regiment, G. U. O. of O. F., is ill at Provident hospital. Mrs. Alleen Woods, 3614 State street, is reported ill this week. Mrs. King, 3633 Wahsh avenue, and her sister, Mrs. Nelson, are both sick at the above number. Mr. Shreeves of 7240 Wentworth avenue is reported very sick. Mrs. Austin of 4612 Wahsh avenue Mrs. Austin of 4912 Vabash avenue is very slick with the lappie. Mrs. Conly of 5940 Abcrdeen street is still very sick. Miss Irene Shadd, who has been ill with symptoms of pneumonia at her home, 3400 Wabash avenue, was able to be out Thursday. She is back at her post, 3111 State street. While Ill she received huge bunches of American beauties. Mr. Thomas Fletcher of 5619 Wabash avenue, who was suffering severe muscular trouble, has improved rapidly and is now able to be around again. Mrs. William C. Keets of 3836 Wabash avenue is still confined to bed. Little Blossom Johnson has entirely recovered from a severe attack of whooping cough. Mrs. Melinda Page of East 35th street has been quite ill but is now convalescent. Mr. T. R. Waldron of 3400 Forest avenue, who has been sick for more than four weeks, shows little improvement. He is still in Provident hospital. Mrs. F. S. Darnell of 3532 Dearborn street, who has been sick for four weeks, is improving. Mr. W. C. Stroder of 3514 South State street is improving but is still in Provident hospital. Mrs. Hill of 18 West 33d street is ill at her residence. PERSONALS. Dr. D. H. Anderson, the popular young physician, is expected to spend two months in Boston, Mass., during the spring, and he is booked for a return engagement in the same city during the summer. The doctor says he was always fond of the salt air. A party of Chicago's society young women is expected to go abroad this summer. Their names will be mentioned later, or as soon as reservations on the steamer can be completed. Will H. Clark has begun making his reservations for week end trips to Benton Harbor next summer. Joseph Brent, who was one of the busiest men in town during the campaign, will spend several days at West Baden as a recuperative tonic, preparatory to the next fight. Ray Middleton will leave within the next few days to spend several weeks in his former home, Washington, D.C. with friends and relatives. Mr. Middleton will make Chicago his home permanently as soon as he gets out his naturalization papers. Macon Hughes will return to Madison, Wis., where he spent several weeks playing to crowded houses after filling his Chicago engagements, which will last until the middle of April. Joseph Thomas is pressed for time of late after his successful trip to Kankakee, where he played for the insane patients. Joseph is expected to be a big hit on the diamond this summer. Mathews Washington, one of the star pitchers on the Grace baseball team, returned to the city a few days ago from his trip through California. Mat looks well. Samuel Felding, after spending several days in Burlington, Iowa, returned to the city highly pleased at the way he was treated during his stay in the little berg, and hopes to make a return visit very soon. A. L. McBride, our congenial bachelor, was one of W. R. Cowan's most enthusiastic supporters in his contest for the aldermanic nomination, and he has not fully recovered from the results of the contest yet. Mac says he is consoling himself over the fact that there will come another time. Julius N. Averndorph, our society editor, politician, promoter, organizer, all-round good fellow, owner, manager and captain of the Emergency baseball team, will, dame rumor claims, celebrate his fiftieth anniversary on Saturday, March 14. But sneeze that is a third rail, we have no more to say, other than congratulations. George W. Walker will leave the city for a ten days' stay in New Orleans, La., his former home, recuperating from the effects of the aldermanic contest as one of the directors of the Cowan campaign. David Burris is making arrangements to leave the city some time FIRST MORTGAGE GOLD BONDS Plus EXPERIENCED SERVICE Equals PERFECT SECURITY We own and offer, subject to prior sale, the following First Mortgage Real Estate Gold Bonds, secured by Chicago income producing property: $20,000.00 Secured by the STATE STREET THEATER building offices, 4 stores, and theater holding 800 seats. Location—3505-7-9-11 S. State St. These bonds mature at the rate of $400.00 each and every month with interest at 6%, and dated from Sept. 17, 1913. Bonds are the direct obligation of Mr. Frank H. Salkin, owner of this building and other valuable Chicago real estate. Title Guarantee Policy by the Chicago Title & Trust Co. within the next few days to spend a week or ten days in his home city, Indianapolis, Ind. Louis Thompson of 3732 Calumet avenue anticipates spending a few weeks in Pittsburgh, Pa., where he spent several weeks a few years ago and was greatly impressed with the young people. Ralph McKinley, who just returned to the city after an extensive trip out west, speaks as though he may return to Spokane, Wash., to make his home. Ralph says the west was always attractive to him. Charley Settle, who has become quite a popular black face comedian, has been invited to spend several weeks, including Easter Sunday, in Niles, Mich., but on account of his theatrical engagements here he was compelled to decline. Walter Abernethy expects to spend several weeks in his former home town, Nashville, Tenn., shortly. Walter says across the Ohio always did look good to him, though he is very much impressed with the Chicago people and city as well. SPARKS FROM THE RAIL Winston's Spicy Gossip of Men and Events in the Railroad World. By John B. Winton The Chicago Defender is indebted to the vast army of railroad men for their pride in its efforts for the good of the race and their creditable work in extending its circulation. Through them it has reached the remote parts of the world. Only last week a passenger on the Philadelphia & Reading R. R. received his first copy from a porter, while almost at the same time Hon. Booker T. Washington was handed one en route from Tuskegee to Chicago. Space will not permit of an extensive discussion of this matter, but the railroad man's opportunity for good is great. That they have not neglected it is instanced above and many more could be mentioned.—Editor.] Mr. Al Covington, 2900 Dearborn stree-t, a veteran Pullman man, was removed to Wesley hospital last week in the hope that careful nursing would bring about a rapid recovery from an illness that alarmed his friends. Mr. J. F. Harlan, 5118 Wabash avenue, is in service of the Pullman company to the coast. Mr. Bud Jennings, 5139 Kenyon avenue, Cincinnati, O., is running to Detroit, Mich., in service of the Monon Railway is the latest report from Messrs. Rickman and Green of the same railway company. Messrs. Roy Rickman and L. R. Green, 1014 Cutter street, Cincinnati, O., entertained the editor of this column March 4 at the Asia cafe. Mrs. R. C. Rickman, 2942 Prairie avenue, gave Mr. Rickman a surprise birthday party on his thirty-second year, March 4. Mr. Fred M. Goode, 738 Kenyon avenue, Cincinnati, O., holds the position as chef in service of the Monon Railway between Cincinnati and Chicago. Brother Frank Brady is still on the old 143 club buffet car to Minneapolis, Minn., in service of the Chicago Great Western Railway. Mr. William J. Calhoun, 1208 North 25th street, Richmond, Va., writes that the Indianapolis correspondence railway school faked him out of $10 slicker than an onion. All such schools are "takes." Bud Jennings, 839 Kenyon avenue, Cincinnati, O., is running to Detroit from the above named city in the Monon Railway service. Mr. Grant Ray, 3437 Rhodes avenue, is corresponding secretary of the Brotherhood of Railroad Train Porters of America. Mr. Ray is in the service of the Chicago and Alton Railroad as train porter to the city of St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Calvin Grayson, 816 Eastern avenue, Grand Rapids, Mich., holds the position of parlor car porter between Grand Rapids and Chicago. Joe's place, 4538 State street, is where you can purchase The Chicago Defender. Mr. Charley Allison, 50 West 36th street, of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad, is in the city for a 30-day relief. As we go to press Friday morning, intelligence reached the Defender that the Rey. A. J. Carey has been appointed a member of the moving picture censor board. A protest is found on the front page of this issue and this appointment was made through the efforts of the Chicago Defender. 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A bridegroom is a person who spends a lot of money buying himself a wedding-suit that nobody notices. IF YOU WANT A ROOM READ OUR CLASSIFIED COLUMNS. M. H. --- BLACKWELL & GREEN UNDERTAKERS Phone - Normal 7932 Calls promptly answered. Chapel in connection. All work guaranteed. Our prices the lowest. 1210 W. 63rd St., CHICAGO TIMING GUESS WHO? she is so much? You have to come down, brownshaw, or you will lose your would-ness. E. C. is the doil. The dude is who called up E. C. and would-be you take home sometimes. The buncheed is who thinks S. S. put the "Guess Who" in about him? The buncheed is who thinks you know secretaries are always busy, buncheed! H. W. is, who thinks I. W. is crazy about her? Nothing doing, Miss H. W., who doesn't know anything. The critie is who doesn't know a thing! L. W. is the young man's name. The cheap president is? Refreshments? Well, we should say "mix." one sister survive her. Interment was at M. Glennow Cemetery. Mrs. Angela Loe was married to Mr. Robert, at Memphis, Tenn, June 18, 1891, by the Rev. Robert Jalley. A public citizenship meeting under the auspices of the West Side Protective Association was held last Sunday afternoon at Providence Baptist Church. Judge Harry P. Dolan of the Desplaines street station, was the speaker of the occasion. He was introduced by Hon. Richard Hill, who spoke in gluing terms and no uncertain language of the judge's fair-mindedness and impartiality in dealing with all cases under his jurisdiction, regardless of race or color. Judge Dolan spoke on "Citizenship." The other numbers of the program deserve mention. The violin solo by Mr. Carroll Dickerson and vocal solo by Mr. Hugh Buchanan were pleasing indeed, but Miss Maud Roberts completely captivated the audience with her charming voice and graceful manner. Miss Ernestine Oldham very forcefully cited Frederick Douglas as "Our Example of Citizenship." The remarks by Rev. Francis and Dr. Cameron were timely. The Providence choir contributed its share in making the whole one grand affair. The Criterion Club and friends were royally entertained last Friday evening by Miss Leila Booker at her home in Austin. Mr. and Mrs. James Gordon gave a birthday party in honor of their 18-year-old son, Paul Gordon, last Monday night. The Young Men's Literary and Glee Clubs of Wendell Phillips Settlement meet on Friday evening at the Settlement. Much interest has been aroused in the work. A mass meeting of all leaders working among boys will be held at the Settlement Tuesday evening, March 24. at S o'clock. The object of the meeting is to organize a committee to arrange plans for a public demonstration of boys' work during the coming summer. Leave all news for The Defender at the West Side Drug and Supply Co., in care of Pickett or Davidson. A party was given in honor of Miss Maxine Marshall and Miss Hattie Webb at the residence of Mrs. Real, 5218 Lake Park avenue. Mrs. J. Webb was called away to Unilonton, Ala., to care for a sick sister. Miss Beatrice Dotson entertained a few of her friends at her mother's home, 5626 Lake Park avenue. The Girls' Clover Club of the Clote E. Scott Settlement are doing excellent work under the auspices of Mrs. Winfrey. Mrs. C. Thomas entertained Mrs. L. Washington at her residence at 5626 Lake Park avenue. The Chicago Defender may be purchased from Lydia P. Scott, 5623 Rosale avenue, phone 476. REMOVAL NOTICE On and after April 1 Dr. W. H. Marshall of 31st and State streets will be located at 3513 State street, States Theater building. Phones: Douglas 4796. Auto 75-174. Big Improvements in Little Gas Heaters New inventions have brought gas heaters to the highest degree of perfection. The old types are very crude in comparison. When you inspect our 1914 stock of these heaters you will note— That the heating flame is now luminous—not blue quite as hygienic as the flame of an open grate fire. You would note also that the heat is now thrown into the room by firebrick deflectors and copper reflectors. One of these little heaters will warm up a cold room and make it cozy and comfortable in a few minutes. The $4.50 styles burn but a few cents worth of gas an hour. The $5.00, $6.00 and $7.50 styles burn a trifle more gas—proportionate to their size. Any of them furnish more economical heat than a furnace. You will find a complete line at all of our branch stores. The Peoples Gas Light & Coke B. I, letter written as the "Telephone" B. J, letter written as the "Telephone" the bell rings and her, initials are E, C, F, J, G, C is. She is far away, but just these letters to G, C, and see him smile. The vivacious 57th street doll is? W. P. What is this man's name? B. C. Is he wearing those cars, C. B. Le? The fair one will return again. What about the city and has come back reformed? You need another two months of dining-car work. E. C. K. D. H. E. D. are who had better quit being so stuck up with the Wooldell Collins doll who thinks Deaths of the Week [From: the Records of the Department of Health.] Brown, Goo, 58 yrs; 3551 Federal st.; March 7. Brown, Winn, Winn, 41 yrs; 3662 Wabush av.; March 1. Burton, Minnie, 41 yrs; 3552 Dearborn st.; March 1. Carr, Luey, 23 yrs; 3222 Wabush av.; March 1. Carch, Alexander, 67 yrs; 415, 326 Wabush st.; March 4. Evans, Emcee, 29 yrs; 2256 Dearborn st.; March 4. Fawler, Filman, 55 yrs; 3510 Dearborn st.; March 4. Grace, Horrie, 82 yrs; 137 W, 67th st.; March 1. Miller, Joe, 41 yrs; 203 Dearborn st.; Reynolds, Adile, 40 yrs; 1129 State st.; Feb. 11. Grace, Gabriel, 48 yrs; 3104 Wabush av.; March 7. Totton, King, 45 yrs; 2253 State st.; Warman, Jessie, 57 yrs; 502 E, 35th st.; March 7. A CARD OF THANKS. The relatives of Mrs. Gabriela Smith wish to express their thanks to every one who attended or served them during her illness and funeral. To Rev. J. F. Thomas, Rev. J. C. Anderson and the other clergymen, to Mrs. Elsworth, the choir, the solosists and to Undertakers Charles Jackson and William Thomas they are deeply grateful. To the individuals and organizations who expressed sympathy in flowers they make acknowledgment, promising to ever remember their gifts of love and they will always consolation in the tender words of Mrs. Joannt Snowden-Porter, Mr. Rosenthal and the Southside Children's Aid. Signed MR. and MRS. A. F. TERVALON, GRACE KNIGHTEN, DAVID KNIGHTEN, HARRY KNIGHTEN. MRS. HARRIET GREEN SUC- CUMBS AFTER BRIEF ILLNESS The news of the death of Mrs. Harriet Green, 137 West 67th street, was quite a shock to many of her friends as her illness was so brief. Mrs. Green was one of the oldest members of Grace Presbyterian Church, and it was only two Sundays ago that she was present at the communion services. She died Monday and was buried Wednesday at 1:30 p. m. She leaves a husband, relatives and a host of friends to mourn her death. DEATH OF MRS. ANGELINE LEE Mrs. Angeline Lee, wife of Mr. Robert Lee, died at her husband's residence, 4044 Indiana avenue, early Tuesday, 7:05 a.m. after an illness of over four months. Although Mrs. Lee had been alluring for a long time and compelled to remain indoors, her death came as a shock to her many friends. She was an active member of the Deaconess' Board of Quinn Chapel A. M. E. Church, and a great church work; also a member of the Household of Ruth, Court of Calanthe and the S. M. Z.'s. Funeral services were held at Quinn Chapel Friday morning. The pastor, Rev. J. C. Anderson, officiated, assisted by Bishop Parks and Rev. A. J. Carey. The deceased was born in Paris, Tenn., and was 59 years old. Her husband, to whom she was married 23 years, and ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` ON THE WEST SIDE. HYDE PARK. REMOVAL NOTICE T PAID DEARLY FOR JOKE PERSECUTED "ROOKIE" HAD LAUGH ON TORMENTOR. Humiliating Task at Which Colonel Set Good Soldier Gave Latter the Nickname of "Corporal Suds," Which Stuck. Gen. E. V. Sumner, who was long colonel in command of the "Fighting Seventh" cavalry, was known to the rank and file of his regiment as "Old Bull." His graff manners may have had something to do with the nickname, but it came to him fairly by inheritance. His father, the General Summer of Civil war renown, bore it before him. While the Sventh was stationed at Fort Grant, Arz, a very raw recruit was sent on from Kansas City. As usual, the men persecuted him from the start. He returned meekly from the ordinance stores with the information that "left-handed ramrods" were all gone; without batting an eyelash, he reported that the sergeant in charge of the post swore at him when he applied for his "butter checks." They took his last two hits away from him in the canteen in some hocus-pocus game. After supper he was "blanket-tossed" until the arms of the tossers grew weary; and three times that night his bunk collapsed, amidst roars of merriment. The recruit then gave up the struggle and lay shivering upon the floor until morning. He neither murmured nor complained. In fact, he seemed to be so unsophisticated that when he asked his room corporal where he could have some washing done, the corporal, with a jerk of his thumb, indicated the commanding officer's house on the corner of the parade. "Go over to that big house," the corporal directed. "Take your bundle with you, and ask for Old Bull. He takes in all the washin' at this post." Grasping his little bundle, the green lad from Kansas City shambled across the parade, mounted the colonel's front stoop, and innocently pulled the doorbell. The joke was an old one, as Old Bull had never been known to answer the bell in person, and more than one recruit had learned the way to "Sonsups Row" after a tongue-lashing from the commandant's dusky maid of all work. And as she had threatened to scald the next man who bothered her about his washing, the tip was passed along from troop to troop, and the men swarmed out on the verandas to see the fun. But just as the recruit pulled the bell, who should step out but Old Bull himself, booted and spurred for his morning ride. "What do you want here?" he thundered, surprised to see an enlisted man at his front door. "I-1 wanted to see about gettin' these sh-shirts and socks done up, m-mister." stammered the frightened recruit. "They told me to come over here and ask for Old Bull," he added. "Well, I'm 'Old Bull!" roared the colonel. "You come along with me and point out the man that sent you over here," he went on, as he grasped the astonished youth and hurried him toward the troop quarters. The crowds upon the verandas melted away as Colonel Sumner approached. but the guilty corporal was found hurking in the troop barber shop. Some heated language ensued, and then, at the end of the painful interview, Old Bull delivered himself thus: "Corporal, I ought to have you court-martialed! I could have your stripes taken away, and see that you got about 30 days into the bargain. Or I could have you fined. But you've been one of my best noncorns. You're always sober, and a good shot, and so I'm not going to take your chevroons, your liberty, or your money away from you. But since you're such an expert on laundry matters, I order you to do this man's washing on the front porch of these quarters every Monday morning at guard mount. "And you," he bellowed, turning to the recruit and shaking his gaudlets at him, "you see that you have at least two pairs of underclothes and seven pairs of socks for him every week! And if he doesn't wash 'em clean—you report to Old Bull, that's ME!" And thereafter for several months, until a band of Tonto Basin Apache went on a rampage and gave them more serious things to think about, the men of the Seventh looked forward happily to Monday morning guard mount. The noncommissioned laundyman became known as "Corporal Suds," and was teased about the affair until the day a piece of Spanish shirpenel cut short his existence. Youth's Companion. Strange Timekeepers To ascertain the time at night the Apache Indians employed a gourd on which the stars of the heavens were marked. As the constellations rose in the sky the Indian referred to his gourd and found out the hour. By turning the gourd around he could tell the order in which the constellations might be expected to appear. The hill people of Assam reckon time and distance by the number of quids of betel nuts chewed. It will be remembered how, according to Washington Irving, the Dutch Colonial assembly was invariably dismissed at the last puff of the third pipe of tobacco of Gov. Wouter Van Twitler. A Montagnes Indian of Canada will set up a tail stick in the snow when traveling ahead of friends, who are to follow. He marks with his foot the line of shadow cast, and by the change in the angle of the shadow the oncoming party can tell, on arriving at the spot, about how far ahead the leader it. What Progress? How do you measure your stature as compared with a year ago? By the size of your bank account, by the applause you have won, by the wider knn you have gained, by the ide reached, by what you ha for humanity? Compa year ago, what are you to result of moral reaction efforts be cated THE CHICAGO DEFENDER MADE HIS STANDING RIGHT Feat of Rolling Cigarette Convinced Cowbirds That the Visitor Was - One of Themselves. An ex-governor of Wyoming was talking with some friends. "The ability to roll a cigarette with one hand along your leg in the teeth of a high wind used to be accepted in Wyoming as sure proof you were no tenderfoot," he said. "When I first went west I was a cowboy. After I had been on the roundup for a couple of years I went one day to a cattle town in another part of the state. I walked into a small saloon—just a little shack on the prairie—when there was a regular gale on. I walked up to the bar and was stared at with some contempt and unfriendless by several cowbys lined up there. I looked mighty young and hexperienced, and I guess they thought I was an eastern tenderfoot, and an eastern tenderfoot was not overpopular in those days. "Set 'em up for the house," I said. "What'll you all have?" "The cowboys kind of snarled at me. I saw they weren't friendly to a supposed tenderfoot, so I said: 'Excuse me a minute.' With that I pulled out my sack of tobacco and my cigarette papers and I started for the door. "Where are you going?" said the bartender. "To roll a cigarette,' said I. 'I can't roll one out of the wind.' "I held the door open with one hand and the gale pretty nearly blew the place down, and with the other I rolled my cigarette along my leg in a twinkling and in the most scientific style. Then I went back to the bar. "The cowboys, who had stared in silence, broke out laughing. "I see you're one of us, all right, pard,' said one of them. And then I was among friends." First Real Attorney Group One hundred years ago Richard Rush of Pennsylvania became attorney general of the United States. He was the first attorney general to be recognized as a member of the president's cabinet. Up to this time the head of the nation's legal department had not been regarded as standing on the same footing with the other members of the cabinet. His salary was much less, and he had neither office room nor clerks, and was not required to reside permanently in Washington. Mr. Rush was eminently qualified for the honor bestowed upon him. He had long been looked upon as one of the leaders of the American bar. Though he served in the cabinets of three presidents, his most notable achievements were in the line of diplomacy rather than as a cabinet officer. He served eight years as minister to England and four years as minister to France. New Idea in Moving Pictures Powerful are lights combined with newly designed moving picture apparatus are used at the Scala theater in London to produce some wonderful effects, for the persons are seen in life size moving about without the use of any visible screen, so that they appear to act upon a real theater scene which is lighted as is customary in such cases. This remarkable result is brought about by optical combinations which have as yet not been made public. The illusion is heightened by electric devices of an improved kind for working a photograph together with the moving picture machine so that it always keeps in step, and the words or music are reproduced at exactly the same time as the gestures. It is said that the new apparatus does this with great perfection. Can Photograph on Clay Prof. J. Hammond Smith of the University of Pittsburgh, has perfected an invention which he calls a stereometric, by which human features may be reproduced in clay with photographic accuracy. One with some knowledge of photography and having fairly nimble fingers may make a bust or statue of any member of his family. Two high-power cameras are used. Behind the lens of the right-hand camera is a coarse screen. The picture taken with the left-hand camera is called a record photograph. A lump of clay is placed on a pedestal where the subject previously had been. Lines thrown on it by the camera indicate how to manipulate the clay. Result of Weird Will A little over two years ago the eccentric Russian, Countess Austrigldski, died and left a bequest of $1,300 a year for life to any person who will shut himself in a tomb at Pere Laibaei for 12 months and a day. The first man to attempt this torture has become a raving huntie. The one who undertakes this is offered lodging in a stone cell built over the Countess Austrigldski's vault, and he must never leave the abode day or night for a year and a day. He may not communicate with any person in the outside world save the person who brings his food morning and evening. And he may never have a light, a dim spectral even at the thought of a yearly income of $1,300. Who will the next martyr to gold he? How He Knew A certain young man's friends thought he was dead, but he was only in a state of coma. When, in ample time to avoid being buried, he showed signs of life, he was asked how it seemed to be dead. "Dead?" he exclaimed; "I wasn't dead. I knew all the time what was going on. And I knew I wasn't dead, too, because my feet were cold and I was hungry." "But how did that fact make you think you were still alive?" asked one of the curious. "Well, this way. I knew that if I were in heaven I wouldn't be hungry. And if I was in the other place my feet wouldn't be cold." Wise One. Crawford-" "The man who can look happy when he isn't makes a good companion." Crabshaw-"But you'd not sit in a poker game withith." CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT. 3333 PRAIRIE AV.—2 or 3 furnished rooms, one large front room, well heated, with 2 large closets in it. Mrs. Washington. 7-14 3352 BLAIR AV.—Phone Doug. 3552. nicely furnished, light and air rooms, comfortably heated. Terms reasonable. 7-14 4335 FORESTVILLE AV.—Furnished and furnished rooms with modern conveniences. Convenient to L and arm car lines. Phone Kenwon 1800. 7-14 3219 CALUMET AV.—Comfortably furnished rooms with a quiet, respectable family; man and wife or two gentlemen familiar; modern conveniences. 4551. 7-14 3501 PRAIRIE AV.—Nicely furnished room, comfortably heated. Hot and cold running water. Convenient to car line. Terms reasonable. 7-14 4325 FORSTEYL AV. 2D FLAT—Suitable for working woman or for gentlemen. Will furnish board reasonable. Convenient to three car lines. 14-21 3252 WABASH AV.—Changed hands; now Hotel de Huyt. Pine furnished room suitable for large business. Unfurnished room suitable for business. Phone 4322 Doug; 71735 Automatic. 11-21-28-4 3216 VENONK AV.-Large room, steam very reasonable to desirable parties; two gents or married couple preferred. Phone 5130 Douglas. 14-21 3215 RIHODES AVE. APT. "J—Nice large, neatly furnished room; steam very reasonable to desirable parties; two gents or married couple preferred. Phone 5130 Douglas. 14-21 3215 RIHODES AVE. APT. "J—Nice large, neatly furnished room; steam very reasonable to desirable parties; two gents or married couple preferred. Phone 5130 Douglas. 14-21 4410 LANGLEY AV.—Near Cottage Grove car line. Phone Dress, 2438. Nicely furnished, light and any room, comfortably heated; all modern improvements. -14 3824 VERNON AVE.—Nice large front room; an ample back room; a running water; also a large rear room; furnished or unfurnished; if you are looking for quiet rooms with modern conveniences or quiet rooms with elegance phone Douglas 2993 or Auto. 77667. -14-21 FLATS AND HOUSES TO RENT. MODERN S-room flat, hot and cold water, a hotel room, 3125 Vernon AV. A1 flat. Appl. 1st flat. -11-21-28-A11 TO RENT A 10 room, suitable for two families, suitable for Reasonable rent. Call events and Sundays at 554 E. 531 st. Mrs. James Byers. -14 FOR SALE. FOR SALE FIRST CLASS 5-lap carber shop with bath for sale. Apply Gym. Beyn, 2900 St. state. 5-ROOM COTTAGE-1534 Randall st. two blocks from street car; 5-count fire to part of city, also from Rock Island R. I. suit purchaser; terms to suit purchaser. Address owner: D. Jones, 1525 Randall st. Morgan Park, III. BUSINESS CHANCES. WANTED—Lady to open school store in Gary, and, with $19 or $15 to put in school supplies, to build up a trade; must be relatable; references. Address W. B. 1417 Madison st. Gary, ILPENDI OPPORTUNITY for energetic young woman; must be neat, energetic and intelligent, to sell toilet articles and not class publicizing. Address letters to M. C., care The Chicago defender. 14-2 Impressive Figures. The following calculation is interesting: Suppose one boy, aged ten years, determines to rise at five o'clock all the year round. Another of the same age, indolent and fond of ease, rises at eight, or an average of eight, every morning. If they both live to be seventy years old the one will have gained over the other, during the intervening period of sixty years, 65,745 hours, which is equal to 2,739 and a fraction days, or just 7½ years. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. Office Phones: Auto, 72-358 Douglas 1547 Res. Phone Douglas 7144. DR. G. WM. MILLER PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON 3448 SO. STATE ST. Near 36th St. Office hours—8 to 12 n. m. 2 to 4 p. m.; 7 to 9 p. m. PHONE DOUGLAS 5150 EYE, EAR, NOSE and THROAT Spencer C. Dickerson M. D. "SCIENTIFIC REFRACTION" 3601 So. State Street HOURS 12 m. to 2 p.m. 16 to 8 p.m. CHICAGO HIKE An antiseptic face cream. Will relieve itching, pimples, eczema, dandruff, burns, insect bites, poison of oak or ivy. Good after shaving. Price 25 cents a tube. Sold everywhere. HIKE CHEMICAL CO. ST. LOUIS S. Let Madame Newell grow your hair; she has grown hair for, others, now let her grow yours. First treatment $1.50, including box of Jickey, and 50c every two weeks. Also Manicuring, Massaging, Chiropody and all kinds of hair goods cheap. We teach what we do. Call or Write Mme. Newell's Beauty College 2703 Dearborn Street, 3rd Floor Phone Auto, 76013 Orders taken for fancy goods. Agents Wanted OPPORTUNITY AT YOUR 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 Bld., 3522 South State street, room 10. The number of pupils is augmenting enormously. Those who are late to become members should lose no time. Auto. phone 75559. Grab Old Time by the forelock. start looking for your MODERN APARTMENT TODAY. Remember, it is the early looker who gets the best selection. FOR RENT. 6-room, steam heat, Forest Ave. $22.50 5-room, steam heat. 30.00 4-room, steam heat. 25.00 6-room, steam heat. 32.00 We have a large selection of houses, flats, cottages. We can save you money if you buy from us. A few of our many bargains: House—S-room, $1,000 down, $25 per month. Price: $4,250 G-let—bargain, rental, $210. Balance terms. Price: $4,250 ANDERSON & TERRELL Real Estate Brokers RENTING, LOANS, INSURANCE 3512 South State Street "Home of Real Estate Bargains" Phones: Douglas 206 Auto. 79-864 Call and see us before buying. GARDEN OF THE WEST HAPPENINGS [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Oswego, Kan., March 13.—Mrs. Virgle Thompson and Mr. P. H. Smiley are on the sick list. Rev. C. G. Tutt of Nevada, Mo., is visiting friends here this week. Tickets are on sale for mock wedding to be given by Club 4 for the benefit of the Second Baptist Church. Mrs. Helen Smith of Chetopa, Kan., visited a few days with Mrs. Virgle Thompson and family. Lincoln State Bank UNDER STATE 3105-07 South CHICAGO Douglas CAPITAL, $200,000.00 Lincoln State Bank of Chicago A DOLLAR IN THE PANK /3 WORTH TWENTY YOUR POCKET NICKELS CENTS 51 25 20 15 10 5 This Registering Home Bank FREE to our Savings Depositors; will start you saving and keep you at it. A Savings Account is the first step to wealth. Open one with us. Announce Just off the Press. Our Success," for colored America published before. Over 500 Announcement! Announcement! Just off the Press. Our new book, "Life Lines of Success," for colored Americans. Nothing like it ever published before. Over 500 pages, 60 beautiful photogravures. You must read this book. Order today. On request copy will be sent to you for your inspection. (Special to the first 100 purchasers.) Cloth binding, regular price $2.00. Quot price...$1.25 Half leather binding, regular price $3.00. Our price...$2.00 Address Howard, Chandler & Co., Publisher 6434 Vincennes Avenue CHICAGO, IL. --- --- Helen A. Brown Hair Dressing, Shampooing and Manufacturing Wigs, Transformation Pompardours, Switches, Puffs, etc. Dying, Bleaching, Old Switches Renovated or Dyed. Combings Made up. ALSO OFFICE OF THE Faultless Lace Cleaners Curtains, Fine Lace and Lingerie, Waists, Dresses, Spreads, etc. High Class Work Guaranteed. 708 E. 43rd Street NEAR LANGLEY AVE. T. PARKER Phones [Douglas 4395 Auto. 73-267] SPECIAL EXPRESS BAGGAGEMAN Moving and Storage—Quick Service. Trunks to and from all depots or transferred to all parts of the city. Coal by bag or ton. Tweed and ice on sale. 1330 WABASH AVENUE ONE PRICED DENTISTS ```markdown ``` Boston Dental Parlors New States Theatre Bldg. 3507 SOUTH STATE STREET Open Evenings and Sundays Phone Douglas 4047 OCULISTS. 9,000 Persons in Chicago are Blind HELLO, THIS IS DREXEL 1461 Just call this number or drop me a card and I will call at your re- distance and thoroughly ask if your eyes without extra charges for the call. Day or night. Eye please and no mistakes made to order, from $2.50 up, guaranteed. Lenses duplicated and frames re- paired 90 up. All patients looked after for free. DR. W. H. B. B. T Post Graduate in Optics a. eases of the Eye OFFICE 4901 STATE STREL OFFICE HOURS: 8 to 11 A.M. 8 to 9 P.M. Phone Dresel 1481 Bank of Chicago SUPERVISION North State Street CAGO, ILL. as 200 SURPLUS, $20,000.00 Commercial Banking Savings and Checking Accounts Foreign Exchange Safety Deposit Vaults Mortgages and Bonds 3% Interest on Savings Deposits Your Patronage Solicited Depository and Correspondent, Continental & Commercial National Bank or Chicago, Ill. cement! our new book, "Life Lines oficans. Nothing like it ever pages, 60 beautiful photo-vrauures. You must read this book. Order today. On request copy will be sent to you for your inspection. (Special to the first 100 purchasers.) Cloth binding, regular price $2.00. Our price.....$1.25 Half leather binding, regular price $3.00. Our price.....$2.00 Address Howard, Chandler & Co., Publisher 6434 Vincennes Avenue CHICAGO, ILL. PAGE THREE DENTISTS. OCULISTS 1. Bars No One, but Wants $30,000 for Every Bout Staged—White Aspirants Must Gain Title by Defeating Him—Writes Sport- ing Editors. ‘This week sporting editurs of the various “newspapers tironghout the United Sues received the following letter from Jack Johnson, heavy weixht champion of the world: “Paris, Felruary 21, 194, “Sporting Kaitor Chieaxu Defender. “Deut Sir? Permit me to inform the public once and for ail time that Ing thateh with Prank Moran is on and HID take phaew the ast week tie dune, tts seheduled, “the whole workl wants ta sce at white man ehiumplos, Phase signed to fight a white min. amd beeanse 1 aa ‘| Bo Brie i Gee a a Wee ’ mS fe | fae Pe ee fo fF. Ep Ye Sle Seo oo ohoa aoe Ghatplon’ deck Uobwees. refused a ridiculously small price to meet Langford the proposed promot: ers and Langford’s manager tried to create the Impression that 1 would never fight again. Langford or his agent never would induce anyone with real money to back him against me. ‘That's the reason for his soreness. “Lam the same John Arthur Jobn- son, undisputed champion of the world, and after Moran 1 will fight the white maa who stands out, be he Guakg yg Smith, “Battling” Levinsky, go?» “ard or Georges Carpentier, SE. no one when J get my price. au’s ‘backers net my terms, and «the others have the same chanee as Moran. 1 understand that Gunhoat’ Smith defeated Langford. Nero's the gunner’s chanes to get a erack at my tite. “ThE pablie wants a white man to be my suecassor. Cam ready to fight ‘emt all, and bar no one, at $20,000 apiece.” Yours traly, “JACK JOUNSON. “World's Heavyweight Champion.” SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Households of Ruth, G. U. 0. of 0. F. The DG. MON. G.. Mrs, Emma J. Caldwell, will install the oflicers and dedicate Enrekc H. H. of Ruth No. 4885 March 1, 8 p.m, at Masonic hall 15320 Main street, Harvey. Hl. Com: mittee of five P.M. N. G. trom H. H. of Ruth No. Wi3——M. ON. G., Mrs. lene Bell; W. Recorder, Mrs. Cora Brown, She will iso install the officers and dedicate Mezbha HL. M1, of Ruth No. 4883, March 24, 8 p.m. at Bethel A. M.E. Church, corner 20th and Dear. vorn streets, Chicago. Commitiee of five -P. MON. G., H. HL. of Ruth No. 4256—-M. W, G., Mrs. Carriv Oliver; W. Recorder, Miss Blanche Buford; Mrs. Annic Currey Goodwin, district superistendent No. 97 and organizer yiFen AH. of Ruth No. 4653. Ad hnission 10 couts. Refreshments. CHICAGO HEIGHTS. Chicago Heights, Ml, March 19.— Mr. and Mrs, White have moved to East Chicago Heights, where they are Wuying property. We spent last Sun- day afternoon at Mr. and Mrs. Murett A. Russell’s residence and enjoyed a splendid repast. Mrs. Hattie Brown was also present. We called at Mr. and Mrs. Cook's residence and found Mr. Cook sick with a heavy cold. Mr. and Mrs. Rdward Stark's baby {s some better. ‘The Chicago Hefghts Literary Club will hold an entertainment at Mrs. Yan's restaurant for the benefit of the club. The Sunday Club met in session at 6:30 p. m. at the A. M. E, Church. ‘The friends of the Shiloh Baptist Church sat in session with them. On the Jth inst. the A. M. E, quarterly meeting will be held, with Dr. Cook officiating. The Negro Po- litical, Social and Educational Club is progressing. They meet at 1415 But. ler street. Miss Edna Duncan of 160 East Sixteenth strect is suffering with diphtherla, Miss Flora Lyttle has deen ill with appendicitis, but Is recov. ering at St. James Hospital. Mr. Will Cook is iil with the pleurisy. A whist party will be given Munday evening, March 16, in honor of Mrs. Florence Beasley's birthday. DAVID MANSON ENTERTAINS. Sunday evening Mr, David Manson entertained at a seven course dinner the following guests: Mr. A. L. Me- Bride, Mr. W. R. Cowan, Mr. Adam Verry of Evanston and Mr. George W. Walker. Tho occasion will ever be remembered by those present as one of the. most delightful affairs of the seasdp.. Mrs, Manson supervised tng arrankements for this effair, and ‘al Wroved a charming hostess, MRS. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON GUEST OF BLUE GRASS STATE By Hardin Jolbert. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Frankfort, Ky., March 13.—Mrs. Booker ‘T. Washington of Tuskegee, Ala, will be the guest of the city March 17. Under the auspices of the National Federation of Women's Clubs che will be at the bewutiful residence of Mr. and Mrs. 'T. 1. Brooks on the corner of Ann and Blanton streets, “Mrs, Booker ‘T. Washington Is one of ‘the most noted and foremost among ‘the women leaders of our race, She ‘will Ieeture at the First Baptist chnreh the night of the 1ith. An infor- mal ‘reception will be given at Mrs. Brooks’ In her honor in the afternoon from 2 to 6 p. m. for ladies only. Mes. Washington has toured nearly every state amd territory in the United States and her message will be highly appreciated by the public, who are ine vited to be preseat at the church on Tuesday night to hear this intellec- tual and practical fecture, A wel- come from every nook and corner is extended to hear Mrs, Wasliington. The teachers’ review course at the Kentucky Normal and Industrial mn sUluty began March 9, A Targe mum ber of tewehers through the state are in attendauee. ‘The institution exn hardly accommodate the teachers be- cwise the huxest numbers of st dents that ever attended the institue tion wre here now. Students are forced to board in the vicinity on aecount of the lack of room in the dormitories. There is still a largo ‘The teachers’ review course at the number of teachers expected this week to take up the review work, which will enable hem to make a first class certifieate in the county examinations, ‘the examination can be taken here und papers transferred to the vark caus counties of which they desire. Many teachers are taking the advan- tage of thi opportunity. BLIND PORTER is THANKFUL Mr. Frank W. Willfams, the ex: porter who is blind, 5215 Dearborn street, who has been ill most of the Winter, was nicely remembered by his many ‘friends and was made happy when Mr. Edwin ‘Thomas of 5761 La- Jayette street presented him a neat donation, which he had taken up among the boys here. Later one fol lowed from Mr. Pete Pettiss of Mon- teal, Canada, that he had taken up among the boys in Canada and was delivered by Mr. M. Fields and Charles Revels. Frank says that he is very thankful and that he has three good friends that he believes in. First, the Al- mighty God. Second, Hannibal Lodge No. 6, K. of P. Third, his many friends, whom he desires to thank, ene and all, for their kindness to him. HAIR CULTURIST PRAISES WORK. ‘The determination of a young Chi cago gitl, who will soon inherit con- siderable money, to perfect herself in hair work has brought forth words of praise for that work from Mme. Bo- fer, one of the foremost authorities | EARS as DENS ranean Dee ee BORGER Cae reared Beets CU rae eat OUR EPR es aed CORR oR ieee te EUR Sree mn MLC OEE ag ea EERO SEAS RU RR ey Aad, pees Boia Nears Vee. Fee. ao Pam: : Fe? eo / \ : # Oy a Mrs. Harry Boger. in that line in Chicago. She says that the young lady’s ambition is a laud- able one and that the competent hair worker nowadays is an artist and not an ordinary hair dresser, She adds that the work is remunerative and dignifed, BEAUTIFUL HOME . WEDDING Mrs. Pauline M. Brown was mar- ried on Wednesday evening at 8:30 o'clock to Dr. J. Bucahan Booz of Pittsburgh, Pa., at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C, Seams, 3249 Forest ave- hue. Bishop Parks of the A. M. BE. chureh performed the ceremony. Mrs. Seams acted as bridesmaid and Dr. George Winstead of Pittsburgh was groomsman. The bride wore a beat Uful white satin and rose point lace gown and was preceded to the bridal altar by a pretty little flower girl. The bride and groom leave today for Pitts: burgh. a FASHIONABLE MILLINER Mrs, Edna ¥: afanwel, fasblonable milliger, makiig over hats a special ty, ‘Prices jfeasonable. Residence, 8128 Vernon{avenue, phone Douglas 4186, - i} 14-21-28 Well Known Citizen in Far-Off Canal Zone Writes Dr. Harry Garnes Relating to Unique Chi- cago Club—Springtime Con- ducive to Love. WOULD MARRY CHICAGO GIRL. Parents Praise Aim of Organization —Young Men of Strength and Char- acter Make Up Their Minds to Live Right—Several Happily Wed—Oth- ers to Follow. ‘The Matrimonial Club’ is gaining world wide fame, Letters aré constant- ly coming to the oflice of ‘The Defender. seeking information about the aim and NS Sg EI RAE ECR FS ERNE SRG ete SATS ORES Bee ite RRR ane eee er oy ae £ a i ee Ass | vases, ante oe | Wee wh Fe aia © “fs an eee me eee ieee. er ee Nea aN oe ee Be ieee Be Se et fgets: (Gears ee (ees Bee oo) mmm Pen oe re BE ey SA ERIE aro” fo DR. HARRY GARNES. Founder and President of the Matri- ‘monial Club. object of this new-born society. A letter came this week from Paraiso, Canal Zone, Panama, aud others are hore trom all parts’ of the United States. | ‘The Club's Aims. membership of the representative ‘young men of Chicago and Cook coun- ly who are prosperous enough to marry a desirable young woman, pro- vide for her and make her bome a little haven. A number of young men fell that In order io make the most of life, to build up a fine family and household, they should begin to seci young women for thelr help-mates, The club was organized in the ollie of Dr. Harry Garnes, with Mr, Garnes as president and Walter Anderson sce- retary. Since the first meeting in Oc- tober, 1918, quite a number of . sung men have married and reports show they are doing well. Every marriage of the elu has been a success, More Announcements. More announcements are expected to be made iater. “In the spring a young man’s fancy lightly uwas to thoughts of love." After Easter some very prominent young men claim they Will take up the life of double blessed- ness, Work of Club Appreciated. On every hand the efforts oF the club are being appreciated. ‘The young women of the city look upon the matrimoaial organization as one of the mest unique clubs in Chicago. Every youns women who has an idea of sometime soon to be the wife of a young and suecesstul citizen Is look- ing to the club for matrimonial mate- rial. Even mothers and fathers are urging their daughters to give more attention to the matrimonial club, rather than whist and other social bodies. Admirable Girls Here. Chicago is full of admirable and de- sirable young girls and women of mar- riageable ages. Hundreds are well edueated, practical and refined and it ia this class that the club is telling its members to “join hands” with. Not only are young men here anxious to join the club but others from all parts of the country. The following ietter s addressed to The Defender: Paraiso, C. Z,, Panama, February 26, 1914.—To. the ‘Editor—Sir: I came across a short note in your paper stat- ing something about Dr. Harry Games’ matrimonial club. Permit me to in- form you that 1 am very much inter- ested in this information. 1-am a subscriber of The Defender from Mr. Solomon, your agent. Would there be any objection to your doing me the favor of sending my address to Dr. Harry Garnes, advising him to send me some club information, as I wish to become a member. T enclose a 2eent stamp for answer. ‘Very respectfully, ANDREW J. CLEMENT. HOW TO GET A HOME Abraham Lincoln sald: “Let not him who is houseless pull down the house of another, but let him labor diligently and build one for himself.” You can own your own home, or two-flat, by making a small cash pay- ment and then make your rent money pay the balance. The wise will has- ten to sccure “free rent for old age.” Owning 2 homme gives one prestige. Anyone who can pay rent can buy a home on Fred’k H. Bartlett & Co.’s easy payment plan. Read Bartlett's advertisement’on the Inst page of this fesue. =~’ t THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. “DURING THE FIRST FIVE . MINUTES AFTER DEATH” Subject of an Interesting Sermon at + | St. Thomas’ Church Sunday Morn- . ing—Lose and Gain, Fallure and - Triumph, Will Be Revealed, Says Father Massiah. | The second week in Lent found large congregations assembled in this chureh. ‘The rector, Father Massiah, ‘preached. He introduced his subject with the ‘story told of au English officer who shad acen a great deal of service in the East indies and had returned home to England to end his days. In ‘the company of friends he was relat- ‘Ing some of itis expertences of battles and sieges and huirbreadth eseapes, At last ho paused, with the observa- tion, “I expect to see something much ‘more remarkable than auything 1 have been describing.” As he was 70 years old and had retired from active service, his listeners failed to cate his meaning. “There was a pause, and then he said: “1 mean what 1 shall experience in the first five minutes atter death.” “The first five minutes aller death" is an expression worth remembering, if only as that of man to whom Uhe life to come was Great and solemn reality, ‘The preacher went on to show how overwheimlug the first sense of being iu another world will be. The throw- ing off our present bodies and going out forever away from our present en: Vironments is u tremendous change. We shall then begin to exist under entirely new conditions. We shalt see, but without these eyes; and hear, without these ears. ‘This impression alone will add no Uttle to our exist- ing knowledge; and this addition will have been made in the first five mine utes after death, ‘The past will be spread out before us. ‘The loss aud gain, the failure and triumph of our earthly existence, all will be clear to us within the first five minutes after death, Mt may help us, continued the prencher, in the observance of this solemn season of Lent to think, from time to time, what will be our condi- hon in the first five minutes after death, They will be tolerable if we have, with the hand of faith and love, laid hold on the hope set before us in the Person of Jesus Christ, without whose Presence our entrance into the new world will indeed be terrible. FRANK HAMILTON TO STIR UP CIVIC COMMITTEE. President of the Appomattox Club to Demand Representation on Moving Picture Censor Board. ‘Mr. Frank Hamilton, the popular president of the Appomattox Club, is being congratulated for appointing ‘such an active and intelligent body of gentlemen on the Civle Betterment Committee, One of the objects of the coramittee will be to ferret out cases of discrimination, answer attacks upon ‘the race in the daily press and to see that the race Is represented upon the juoving pleture censor board in order ‘that Afro-Americans may not be dis- gracefully carieatured cither in the movies or on the stage. The club ex- pects to do more than ever this year for the general betterment of Atro- Americans. Appomattox Club day will if TRAE ae aR eo cee J i e& eS ae f ro, 8 Leet, «PR a i= Frankl, Hamiion Prag Park Hanniio be celebrated in the parlors of the club April 9. A. L. MeBride, chair. man of the cominittee on membership, expects a large attendance. AFFAIRS IN MILWAUKEE. [Special to The Chicago Defender.) Milwaukee, Wis, March 13.—Mrs. Jones Slaughter of Urbana, ©., and Mrs. Jennie Nix of Lima, O., and Mr. Jacob Redmond of Minneapoifs, Minn,, were called to the bedside of thoir sister, Mrs. Nobles, who is suffering from a stroke of paralysis. Her nephew, Mr, Austin Rogers of St. Paul, Minn., was also in the city. Mrs. Cora Scott was ill with mus- cular rheumatism instead of erysipelas as stated in the last issue. Rev. Raymond Reed of Pontiac, Mich. formerly of Milwaukee, will conduct revival services for a few weeks at St. Mark's A. M. E, chureh. Services began Wednesday evening. After spending three months at his home in Chicago Mr.-Walter B. Scott of Scott Bros. news depot, 328 State street, has returned to resume his du- thos at his place. ‘The mock trial given at St. Mark's A.M, B, church on Tuesday evening afforded a deal of merriment and amusement to the jlarge number that attended. d ‘The Chfeago defender is on sala at Scott Bros. news depot, 328 Stntc street, phone Grand 4602-3. AFRO-AMERICAN MUST LEARN SELF-RELIANCE WO APARTMENT SALE $295 CASH 42 $25 MONTHLY Great opportunity to secure a bargain. Live in one, rent the other. Transportation unexcelled. ALL NEWLY DECORATED. TITLES GUARANTEED. OPEN FOR INSPECTION FROM 2 to 4 DAILY UNTIL SOLD. 3228 Calumet Ave. 2-story and basement, stone | front; furnace heat; lot 21x125; brick barn; asphalt st. 3223 Calumet Ave. 2-story brick, stone trim; furnace heat; lot 20x125. . = = =INSPECT THEM AT ONCE- - - , FRED’K H. BARTLETT & CO, Owners MERCHANDISERS OF REAL ESTATE (Chicago's Largest Operators) Phone Rand, 3751 - - . 59-69 W. WASHINGTON ST. Noted Speakers Declare Future of Race Is in Its Own Hands— Form Douglass Memorial League at Bethel Church Sun- day Afternoon—A. H, Roberts Presides. Judge Mareus A, Kavanaugh was the prineipal speaker Jast Sunday at Bethel A. M, 1S. Chureh at a meeting which had for its object tle launching of a movement to hold a national cole bration of the eentennfal of the birth of Frederick Douglass, the famous or Mor, journalist and statesman. Sen. ator’ Lawrenee ¥. Sherman was to have been the speaker of the day, but found it impossible to. be ubsent from the nation's capital and. tele graphed his regrets: Mr. A. Ii, Mob. ert, who is responsible for the move. ment, presided at the meeting. Judge Kavanaugh Speaks. Judge Kavanaugh is not new to the Alto-Americany of the West. His Speoches before the Irish Fellowship Club and Appomattox Club have been Fanged as the greatest addresses do- livered since the immortal Lincoln, The speeches upon this occasion were Void of statisties of Afro-American progress, but ull of wisdom and prae- tical suygestions, Suid the judge: “The Afro-Americans are ot an in- ferlor race, as some persons have mafntained. There are no. inferior races. God created ‘all alike. You have an equal ehanee with others, and it remains with you yourselves to win. Some people are prejudiced against You, that is true, but you are over coming that more and more every day. “Yours {s a new race. Its progress began omly half a century ago. Your progress since then has been remark. able. You have one great lesson yet to learn—thrift. If { huve « dollar in my pocket and see anything in the store window that 1 want out. comes the dollar. Te is the same with you, Lear to keep your money. Teach your children the habit of saving.” Pat O'Donnell Talks. Hon. Pat O'Donnell, another one of the speakers, said the Afro-American ‘did not have to imitate any race; thay they were the equals of any of them, Become self-reliant; depend upon your ‘own Individuality; laud and. honor your own heroes, and enjoy the free. ‘dom so dearly: ought. ‘The days o sympathy are over. Refrain from the horrible thoughts of your previous con ‘dition. Your race was not the only sufferer, because It is a positive fact that every race under the canopy of Gow has at some time been subserr. fent to a stronger power. Miss Fannie Wise Sings. Miss Fanule Wise, who for years was w star upon the stage as a grea soprano singer and has recently given uup the stage to do chureh work, ren. dered two solos, ‘This wonderfully trained voice completely captivated the audience. She sang “My Ol Ken titeky Home” with ease and srace, and her high notes were perfect and sweet A suggestion was made that a benef he given Miss Wise for the noble work she Le-dohig for the church. Beautiful Mount Glenwood Cemetery ae. 2 g Iisa vee pena Navn oa OL a ee eee erate. Reger merger: (Waray Sih caN SC] opal ae io BatN NON ee ph ig eae | foe 7 ee eee eve PAE, > tats ear SOR ees SERS YER Gi ccs nee eS SEUSS. BARN ZAP Si Po en 228d aa Mount Glenwood Cemetery Association, ‘WQS South State Straat Douglas 5574 Auto. 71-866 The Guaranteed Feather Co. 8 Manufacturers of French and Willow ese | Plumes, all styles of fancies, made from ease Ostrich feathers. Beautiful French Plume esi fncies made from old Willows. Clean- same) ing, curling and dyeing, all shades, White , ae Plumes made snow white. Mail orders MEE) promptly attended. MME. LAMBERT, Prop. SECOND FLOOR 3149 Indiana Ave. - - CHICAGO | Looking for a Tailor? Are you looking for some- body who will build your new Spring Outfit and do it right? See Adams, The Tailor 2939 South State Street Don’t forget April 12th is Easter Sunday. SHORT PARAGRAPHS FROM RACINE Gite octccwend: [Speci] to The Chicago Detender.] Racine, Wis, Mareh 13.—Mrs. Wil ‘iain Caldwell has returned from a fev ‘weeks’ stay in lowa, visiting her daughter. Mr. Walter Izeman is. improving slowly at this writing, Mrs. C, Robinson, first. class. hai ressing, facial and 'manuieuring par Tors are now open for business at 733 32th street. Miss Irene Brabham has opened a keautiful shop for modiste and mik Ynery work. Only one of its kind in the ‘city. Miss Brabham is at 1220 Villa streot and is very busy and Working three girls. She has work engaged until June 4. Miss Lillian Cole is the guest of her brother, Mr. . Smith of Wabash ave. ave, this week. : Mr. and Mrs. James Colfius enter tained a Yew friends from Racine in honor of her sister, Mrs. N. Sheppard of Kenosha. Mrs. James Collins will depart for a short trip South ‘Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Nuckles enter. tained the South Side Club March 7. An enjoyable evening was passed playing cards and checkers. Mr. ‘Thaddeus Turner won the honors on checkers. Mrs. A. Renfro and Miss 4, Bradley won at cards, The next meeting will be held at Mr. and Mrs. Rentro's, March 21, Rev. ‘T. J. Merritt is in Milwaukee fon business today. Ars. Roy Saunders is the guest of her mother, Mrs. M. By Taylor, 1523 ‘Hace Geel. CAPELLIN E| ccpuinefediciezate: is sn, scalp a thorough shampooing. p ADDR] ATOR ““Capelline” straightens the bair aad gies cae only desired with only ane application ‘Fin Makes it Pantie and visting | coiesets ies Smit etn to the Softest Brush the hnir will stand washing without tussing PRICE $1.00 ‘Phone, Automatic 72010! back te ita original condition. Moms’ CAPELLINE RADDRIZZATOR CHEM. CO. W. M. O'NEALL, Distributor 5104 So. State St. Chicago, Ill., U.S. A. Dress Making and Ladies’ Tailoring IN THE LATEST STYLE E. A. STEWART, 56 East 30th St. ee Importers of Havana Leaf. Mail Orders Carefully Attended to- WRITE FOR PRICES. TURNLEY BROTHERS : WHOLESALE FJ, PLATO 20x TRADE ‘CLEAR HAVANA CIGAR MAKERSH 31 EAST 35th STREET - - CHICAGO CHEF MAKES GOOD. © teatag Gey TRMAGIC 19 g1n8009 oc AeMSHANIOD a p ) THE MAGIC tack > Sj = Serge Begun tin StintreNEa agnre sOHUIIMN wanensntamersc.ussice Wess Dr Nywcm, Aveta Wanted, Write for Literature 7 )S Magic Shampoo Drier Co. <: Minneapciis, Ming. —_——_-——---——- ae cass ot Bathing for Elderly Persons, dire rivals." “Gin a Provided thelr general health in| 6 the samaltl Sraae 5 good, elderly persons derive great | "BY Cvtginly doe. A iguie® benefit from bong. At least two laRO® SNtoyart a baths 0 wee)” ¢pcer that is neither bear that too:bot ne Xtores eiastielty-| me ang ‘inj loosens |. Wor = limbs ‘round: |-ing.» Ska Hor Segeeites Among the visitors this week was Mr. C. C. Coleman, 4216 Thirty-fourth street Southeast, Seattle, Wash. Mr, Coleman came through as second in & crew of cooks, all of whom were white. He was highly praised for his excellent service and is pleased to know that he “made good.” SBREL, AMATEUR BUNS ae Bigger. grandegpY Soy ® 92% ‘than ever. Now song 9 Wi °° new dances, new faces. BL args SS 3ock- atader wore at the reh\,2% Uayt” Meek and declared that Joe--* 3ob Jackson, Dave Hawley ‘on well, Andrew Childres nMle Settles, end men, were var excelene>. ‘The curtal 3 Wat -.o'etdck 7" ay *and’ IN CHICAGO AND ITS SUBURBS Our Local Department—Personal Mention—Religious—Social and other short paragraphs—Read it over carefully, somewhere you will find a line or two about yourself or your friends. Mrs. Elsle Norris and Mrs. Mary Harris, 3655 Prairie avenue, are called "The Fashion Plates." Whenever they appear their costumes are up to the minute in texture and style. Miss Augustine Keller of New Orleans, La., a charming young girl, is in the city, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Octavia Keller Thomas of 3611 State street. Mrs. Lou Ella Young, 3556 Forest avenue, is at Hot Springs for ten days. Misses Marie and Jessie Burgett of Milwaukee, Wis., were in the city this week on a visit. Mr. W. R. Cowan is expected leave next week for a few days' up in the woods of Wisconsin. "I says they know he was in the fight. Easter season may bring Miss D. C. Wright of South Bend, Ind., to a guest of Mrs. Etta Valdes, South Wabash avenue. Mr. Clarence Logan, business mager of the "Follies," will leave first of the week for the state of O. Miss Baker of Gharleston, S. C., is the charming guest of Miss E McElwee, may remain in the city til Easter. She was a guest at Mrs. Josie Lockhart has returned home after a two weeks' visit with friends and relatives in St. Louis, Mo. Miss Collier and Smith of Benton Harbor were united in matrimony in the city by Rev. Wm. Gray. Mr. W. A. Wallace has been made a part of the executive committee of the non-partisan candidate, Mr. Charles A. Griffin. M. T. Bailey, secretary of the Enterprise Institute and the Chicago Colored Business Men's Association, was out of the city this week on important matters pertaining to the office. Mme. Alice H. Thomas-Mason, assisted by Mrs. Ophelia Brown-Wells, will give a beauty ten Thursday, March 19, from 2 to 3, at Johnson's hall, 3518 State street. Admission 15 cents. — 14-21. Mr. and Mrs. Silas White of 3554 Rhodes avenue have removed to 547 Bryant avenue. It is said that Dr. U. G. Daily denies his rumored engagement, although he has almost been overwhelmed with letters and telegrams of congratulation. Mrs. Della Lewis, 5400 South Park avenue, received the sad intelligence the first of the week of the death of her brother, Mr. Ornstead Della, located at Omaha, Neb. Chicago has no more expert stenographer than Carl L. Cotton. This young man has up-to-date and progressive ideas, as his advertisement in another column will show. Mr. J. A. Mundy was a caller at the office this week. Mr. Mundy has charge of a monster chorus that will give a grand musical Monday, May 11. Mrs. Ora Kennedy Glass of Henderson, Ky., is expected in the city to attend the bedside of her grandmother, Mrs. Mary Harris, 3748 Wabash avenue. Mrs. Lucy Pearson is in receipt of a letter from her son, George E. Taylor, now stationed in the Philippine Islands. Mr. and Mrs. B. G. Cowden of 3637 Dearborn street entertained at a seven-course dinner last Monday Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Watkins of Portland, Ore. Mrs. Cowden and Mrs. Watkins have been friends for many years. Mrs. Cowden is well known in Chicago social circles, and knows how to entertain. After dinner the guests enjoyed some of the latest music, both instrumental and vocal. The Yellow Club of Bethel Church will serve dinner at Mrs. Petterfield's, 3228 Wabash avenue, Sunday, March 15. Don't worry with dinner at home. Come and be served. This is for the rally. Mrs. A. Knox of Canada is in the city on a visit. Jesse Binga, Banker REAL ESTATE Southeast Cor. State and 36th Place Auto. 71-766-Douglas 1565 WILL MAKE CONCESSIONS IN RENT TO APRIL 30 $2,500.00 - 5316 Woodhawk Ave.; modern, 2 flats, $-8 rooms, steam heat. $3,000.00 - 5316 Woodhawk Ave.; modern, 2 flats, $-8 rooms, steam heat. $3,500.00 - 5316 Woodhawk Ave.; modern, 2 flats, $-8 rooms, steam heat. $4,500.00 - 3034 Prairie Ave.; stone front residence, 10 rooms, furnace heat. $5,000.00 - 3210 Rhodes Ave.; 2-story brick residence, 11 rooms, steam heat. $5,500.00 - 3210 Rhodes Ave.; 2-story brick residence, 11 rooms, steam heat. $6,000.00 - 5148 Champlain Ave.; 2-story brick residence, $8 rooms. $6,000.00 - 3002 Vermon Ave.; 2-story brick and stone residence, $8 rooms. FOR RENT-STORES. FOR RENT-FLATS, STOVE HEAT. FOR RENT-FLATS, STEAM HEAT. 3640 Prairie Ave., 4 rooms, steam he 3535 Rhodes Ave., 6 rooms, steam he 3120 State St., 5 rooms, steam heat, 113 W. 30 Ave., 6 rooms, steam he des Rooms, steam heat, steam he steam he ```markdown ``` Mr. W. R. Cowan is expected to leave next week for a few days' rest up in the woods of Wisconsin. "Bill" says they know he was in the fight. Easter season may bring Miss Lucy C. Wright of South Bend, Ind., to be a guest of Mrs. Etta Valdes, 5241 South Wabash avenue. Mr. Clarence Logan, business manager of the "Follies," will leave the first of the week for the state of Ohio. Miss Baker of Charleston, S. C., who is the charming guest of Miss Ethel McElwee, may remain in the city until Easter. She was a guest at the Brown-Booz wedding. Adjutant Edw. F. Prime of the Uniform Rank was tendered a stag at his residence, 5225 Wabash avenue. A number of officers were present. Mr. Vincent Saunders, one of the proprietors of the Laurel Dancing Club which opened last night at the Masonic Hall, was at the Defender office. He says he is much pleased with the Defender. Mrs. Fannie Berry of 3329 State street has as her guest her mother and sister, Mrs. Caroline King and Miss Minnie King, of Louisville, Ky. TRUE REFORMERS Call has been issued from 3638 State St. by Mrs. Lou Ella Young, president of the Rosebud department for the convening of the convention of the western grand division in this city on the 23rd, 24th and 25th of June. The meeting is contemplated to be one of interest to all true reformers, as senior members as well as Rosebud members will be represented. Rosebud 590 is preparing for a reception for its members and friends at 3638 State St. on Tuesday evening, March 24th, at which will an excellent programme will be rendered. The public is invited to join in with us. A campaign has started among the Rosebud children for the purpose of getting 500 new members before the coming of the convention, and Chief M. T. Bailey predicts many visitors from the south and north, as well as delegates from the coast of California. The Lake Forest Rosebud children will play a conspicuous part in furnishing the music for this convention. Other children from Indianapolis, St. Louis and Dallas, Tex., will take a part in the contest and on the programme. O.D. Cure A Special Toilet Requisite for PERSPIRATION HAS NO EQUAL Permeates, freshens and cleans the pores of the armlets, feet and bodily folds where the moisture and impurities from sweat, deposit and amny. Destroys All Forms of Perspiration The Pride of refined and festive people. Used by Everyone Large Sizel Worth Sent Prepaid for $1 -A Dollar's Worth To DEALERS and Agents Address, O-DO-CURE TOILET CO. Peoples Gaps Bldg. Chicago, Ill. oga, Banker ESTATE state and 36th Place -Douglas 1565 INS IN RENT TO APRIL 30 SALE. n, 2 flats, $-8 rooms, steam heat. n, 2 flats, $-8 rooms, steam heat. brick, 6-8 rooms, brick burn in rear. heat residence, 10 rooms, furnace heat. brick residence, 11 rooms, steam heat. former 5th PL, 2 flats, 6-8 rooms. y brick residence, 8 rooms. brick and stone residence, 8 rooms, brick STORES. $25.93 20.00 20.00 20.00 40.00 15.00 20.00 PIES AND COTTAGES. heat; residence $40.00 heat; residence $45.00 cottage $15.00 cottage $25.00 heat; residence $35.00 Flat 3.....$14.60 t. Flat 1.....23.00 Flat 1.....14.00 Flat 3.....20.00 t. Flat 1.....15.00 t. Flat 1.....12.00 t. Flat 1.....14.00 t. Flat 1.....15.00 t. Flat 1.....12.50 t. Flat 1.....23.00 Flat 3.....23.00 t. Flat 1.....6.60 t. Flat 2.....16.00 t. Flat 2.....15.00 t. Flat 1.....20.00 t. Flat 3.....23.90 flat, Flat 2.....$25.00 flat, Flat 2.....23.00 flat, Flat 22.....23.00 flat, Flat 3.....20.00 flat, Flat 2.....22.50 flat, Flat 1.....25.00 flat, Flat 2.....25.00 THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. CLUBS AND SOCIETIES CLUBS AND SOCIETIES FREDERICK DOUGLASS CENTER Sunday afternoon, March 15, at 4 o'clock, President E. Tiwellchell of Atlanta University, will speak on "Educational Methods of the Present Day." Vocal and piano music will be given by pupils of Mrs. A. C. Cone's class. Friday evening a most enjoyable neighborhood meeting was held in the interest of good government and a clean vote. Marion H. Drake, candidate for alderman in the First Ward, was present, giving many valuable hints on good citizenship. PROGRESSIVE WHIST CLUB The Progressive Whist Club was entertained by Mine, L. Johnson, 3725 State street, first flat. Saturday evening, March 7, Mrs. Lee Hamilton received first prize, Miss Gertrude More second prize, Mr. William Jones third prize. SILVER LEAF CHARITY CLUB. The Silver Leaf Charity club met on Friday night at the residence of Mrs. Cora L. Couch, and had a splendid meeting. Several changes will be made with respect to the club in the future. Mrs. Cora L. Couch, the president of the club, has been quite sick, is much improved. PROGRESSIVE NEGRO LEAGUE. The Progressive Negro League's regular meeting for Sunday afternoon at 4:30 o'clock will be held at 3538 Vernon avenue. M. T. Bailley predicts there will be some surprises for those who are present. TYREE CIRCLE. Mrs. Rosie Tisdale, 318 E. 55th street, entertained the Circle March 5th. The members were indeed glad to welcome Miss Ora King, whose presence has been sadly missed. Mrs. Hooper and Mrs. Edwards were visitors who became members. A splendid three-course luncheon was served by the hostess. The ladies enjoyed a delightful evening. GAUDEAMUS CHARITY The Gaudeamus Charity Club meet at Mrs. Gladys on March 9. It being our business meeting, quite a deal of business was transacted. LABOR OF LOVE CLUB. The Ladies' Labor of Love Club met at the residence of Mrs. Ruben Elam, 4557 Champlain avenue, March 6. The ladies were entertained with solos by Mrs. J. M. Black and Mrs. Blackwell, a visitor of Englewood. After which refreshments were served. EUTERPEAN CLUB The Enterpean Club held its last meeting March 6, at the residence of the president, Mr. L. A. Jackson. Six new members were enrolled. They were Frank Gale, Leroy White and Hemper C. Jackson; Misses Lorie Houston, Beatrice Clay, Levella Potts and Hilda Williams. FLEUR DE LIS ART CLUB. Thursday, March 5, was the regular weekly meeting together of the ladies of the Fleur de Lis Art Society at the home of Mrs. Bess Elkins, 5444 Dearborn street. The ladies were out in full force and 2 new members were added, making a total of 15 members. Several visitors were also at the meeting and after partaking of the luncheon served, music and a social time was enjoyed. ORIOLE CLUB The Oriole Whist Club, met at its usual meeting place Thursday, March 5. Miss Floretta Robinson, our vice president, presided. A lively discussion for the welfare of the club was had. HOME BC 2D MEETS The Advise, Board of the Phyllis Wheatley Home - at the home of Mrs. S., . . . Adams. The final report from the silk quilt entertainment was read. The total amount realized was $223.55. At this meeting the members gave 45 bars of soap. SATURDAY AFTERNOON WHIST CLUB. The Saturday Afternoon Whist Club meet March 7 at the home of Mrs. Chester Tanner, 23 E. 47th street. The games were closely contested. First prize, Mrs. Nelson cut glass compore; second, Mrs. Bunn, cut glass vinegar bottle; third, Mrs. Keets, hand-painted tea strainer. Lunchone was served. HARMONY CLUB NO.1. Harmony Club No. 1 meet at Mrs. Sarah Wilson's, 3121 Decarborn street, March 9, and were entertained at dinner. CHEVALIER CLUB. The regular meeting of the Chevallier Club was held at the home of Mr. George Smith, Wednesday, March 4. President Deshon Jones presided. Mr. William Williams was introduced into the club as a new member. Lunch was served and whist completed the evening's pleasure. JUNIOR LEAGUE SOCIAL CLUB. The Junior League Social Club met at the residence of V. S. Edwards, March 9, bridge whist being the feature of the evening. The host served a delightful repast, after which the club adjourned. IDLE HOUR SOCIAL AND ART CLUB. The Idle Hour Social and Art Club met with Mrs. M. Ragland, 5205 Dearborn street, Tuesday afternoon, March 10, from 1 to 4 o'clock. Luncheon was served. The ladies are progressively under the careful instruc- POINSETTIA EMBROIDERY CLUB. The club met at the residence of Mrs. Cora Marshall, 549 Bryant street. After the regular meeting Mrs. Marshall entertained the club with music and two beautiful recitations by her mother, Mrs. Pride. Luncheon was then served. EUREKA FINE ART CLUB. The members of the Eureka Fine Art Club met at the home of Mrs. E. Greenfield, 3156 La Salle street, on Thursday, March 12, and on Thursday, March 5, at the home of Mrs. Cusse, 5448 Harvard avenue. Dainty luncheons were served at both meetings. HARMONY WHIST CLUB Harmony Whist Club met Friday at the home of Mrs. Joseph Miller, 1720 Oak avenue, Evanston. The ladies had a lovely time. Mrs. R. Elnore and Mrs. G. Rutledge were guests. CRITERION CLUB. The Criterion Club met Friday, March 6, at the residence of Miss Leila Booker, Austin, Ill. About twenty-five young people were present. Cards and music were features of the evening, and at midnight a delicious lunchon was served. PHYLLIS WHEATLEY CL NOTES. The regular meeting of the Phyllis Wheatley Club was held at Mrs. Addie Seeney's, 2323 Forest avenue, Wednesday, March 4. Mrs. Ella Groff of Monmouth, president of the State Federation, and Miss Marion 11, Drake, Progressive candidate for alderman of the First ward, were the guests of honor. Refreshments were served by the hostess. Mrs. Eva Jenifer, chairman trustee board gladdened the hearts of all present by announcing that she had succeeded in securing an exemption of taxes on the home. The club will celebrate its eleeenth birthday by holding a reunion of all the old members with the new at the residence of Mrs. irene Goins, chairman suffrage committee, 2942 Prairie avenue, Wednesday, March 18. THE SIGMA BETA CLUB. The Sigma Beta Club held its regular bimonthly meeting at the residence of Miss Marcellina Watt, 5315 Dearborn street, which was intensely interesting as the success of their party, given on Feb. 23, was discussed, arrangements made for a party to be given during this month and a unanimous vote for the acceptance of the applications of Miss Hellen Sayler and Miss Mary Richmond. 20TH CENTURY WHIST. The Twentieth Century Art Club met at the home of Mrs. Caldwell, 40th and Dearborn streets, March 5. A delicious luncheon was served. The money that the Twentieth Century Art Club had in its possession which belonged to the Applied Art Club and the Twentieth Century Art Club combined, was spent for groceries and given to the old folks' home. COLONIAL CLUB. The Colonial Club gave a song March 5 at the home of Ivan Stewart, 3828 Vernon avenue. Many games of whist were played. The club was treated to some very interesting selections by both the visitors and some of the club members. RAYMOND CLUB. The Raymond Dancing Club met on Tuesday, March 10. Many of the members were present and enjoyed a very pleasant evening. Two new dances, "The Raymond Glide" and "The Broadway Glide" were introduced. Refreshments were served. THE CLOTTEE SCOTT SETTLE- MENT. 5823 Harper Avenue. Phone H. P. 476. Clotee E. Scott, President and Founder. Sunday, March 8, the reading room of the settlement was packed to listen to Miss Ten Eyck, Dr. Chas. L. Lewis and Dr. Rosalie M. Ladova, who made such excellent and practical talks. A very interesting program will be rendered on Sunday, March 22, at 4 o'clock. All Hyde Park looks forward to these excellent meetings. The Boys' Laurel Club of the Clotee Scott Settlement have planned a big bean supper for their friends and parents. It is hoped that very soon larger quarters will be secured for the Settlement, as the activities have outgrown the present quarters. The new officers of the Clotee Scott Settlement are: Miss Clotee E. Scott, president and founder; Mrs. Chas. F. Weller, secretary; Miss Josephine Mack, treasurer. Directors—F. L. Barrett, Mrs. L. Brackett Bishop, Mrs. Arla R. Black, Mrs. Chas. W, Kayser, Mrs. Elmira Scott, Mr. Chas. S. Winton, Miss Charlotte A. Davies. THURSDAY EVENING WHIST. The Thursday Evening Whist Club met at the residence of Miss Ethel Murphy, 5749 Lafayette street, on Thursday night. Miss Murphy was a delightful hostess and her guests were Misses Ethel Spence, Helen Jackson, Edith Madden, Charles Smith, Dr. Thorne and Carv B. Lewis. MATRIMONY CLUB With the coming of spring there is every indication that Dr. Harry Garnes will have other startling announcements to make. The aim of the club to marry off desirable young men is being highly endorsed by the young women of the city. When a Chinaman Travels. So marked is the Chinese preference for traveling by water that frequently a journey of hundreds of miles, and covering several days, is taken rather than the overland trip of a tenth the distance and of only a few hours' duration. STRANGE BIRD OF DESERT Chapparal Cock Said by Cattlemen to Build Spike Fence Around Rattlesnake. happaral by build- around uptitle at and about about Mr. John event to learned that they sit that secure and foresaid of Bis- a pair rates, do plie in the Arl- data. strange Ca P Circular and Form Hot and Cold-Wate Fu Mrs. Pe 210 Puyallu Does the road runner or Chapparal cock snare the rattlesnake by building a fence of cholla spikes around him and then dispatch the reptile at leisure? The story, received with skepticism, has often been told about this bird of the southwest. Mr. John Feeney of Elmira recently went to Arizona to form the truth. He learned from some of the pioneers that they were ready to make affidavits that they had witnessed the capture and death of rattlesnakes in the aforesaid fashion. Mr. Sldney de Long of Bisbee affirmed that he had seen a pair of road runners, evidently mates, do the trick. Cattlemen were prolific in experiences of the kind, but the Arizona historical society had no data. The road runner is such a strange bird that anything told about it is believed. Dr. William T. Hornaday, in his "American Natural History," is credulous himself. The bird, he says, "is remarkably odd in form and also in its habits." He thus describes it. The LaVie 3100-2 Chinese and American Res through the pedes, doctor of and phe- ents. It high with that if 100 years cease to leap 20 table de- elusive reprepares that lasing the moment aracuous. Chap. and write very call. 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Central Phones: Kenwood 455; Automatic 5028 and 5030 South BUY THE CHICAGO "It is about the size of a small crow, with a tail as long as its entire body and head, and legs that are so long and strong they seem like those of a grouse, save that the toes are longer. The body is slender, but the neck and head are large and the head has a conspicuous crest. The beak is large. Although the bird has wings it seldom uses them, and they must constantly be growing smaller through dituse." Mice, lizards, snakes, centipedes, and insects are provender. The doctor testifies that it is the most nervous of birds, abnormally suspicious and phenomenally quick in its movements. It files little, but leaps far and high with closed wings. He estimates that if the road runner "goes on 10,000 years in its present habits" it will cause to fly at all and will be able to leap 20 feet in the air. This remarkable description of the unasy and elusive bird of the Arizona desert prepares one for "the many strange yarns" that have been told about it, including the story of how it traps the solmnol rattler. In the interests of veracious natural history Mr. Frank M. Chapman should visit Arizona and write a monograph about Geococcyx californianus. Last King of the Goths. Roderick, the last king of the West Goths, in Spain, was overthrown and probably slain by the Saracens in 711. The fate of Roderick has always been a mystery. His horse and sand-is were found the day after the battle on the river bank, but his body could not be found. Probably he was drowned and washed out to the sea, but the Spaniards would not believe this. They clothed the dead king with a holy mystery which certainly did not enshrioned him when alive. He became a legendary saint, like Arthur of Britain, and it was long believed that he would come again from his resting place in some ocean isle, healed of his wound, to lead the Christians once more against the infidels. Spanish legends record that Roderick fled to the mountains and became a hermit until, by penance, he was purified from sin and was then suffered to depart to the enchanted isle to await the time for his reappearance. You have uttered that famous phrase, "As quick as one could say Jack Robinson," of course, but have you any idea who the real Jack Robinson was? Well, John Robinson proves to have been a politician who flourished in the time of George III, and who was a great favorite of the English king against whom the 13 American colonies revolted, says a writer in the Buffalo Express. Robinson's political career was a long one and he was a member for Harwich ft 26 years. On one occasion he was bitterly tacked by Sheridan, who, denouncing bribery and its instigators, replied the cries of "Name! Name!" by polling to Robinson on the treasury bench, exclaiming: "Yes, I could name him as soon as I could say Jack Robinson." Thus originated the saying still current. Career of George P. Putnam. George P. Putnam, one of the country's ablest and most influential publishers, was born 100 years ago in Brunswick, Me. He was a grandnephew of Gen. Israel Putnam of Revolutionary fame. As a young man he went to New York and became a clerk in a book store. In 1848 he established the publishing and book-selling house which bore his name. He published the first books of James Fenimore Cooper and William Cullen Bryant and was the publisher of the works of Washington Irving, Edgar Allen Poe, James Russell Lowell, Bayard Taylor and many other noted American authors. Throughout his career Mr. Putnam was a leader in the movement to establish an international copyright. 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PAGE SIX MUSICAL AN "All Passes, Art "DARKTOWN FOLLIES." J. Lubrille Hill's "Darktown Follies" was given a rousing reception on last Sunday at the National Theater, 63d and Halsted streets. Mr. Hill wrote the book, the lyrics and the music and staged the play and takes the loading part in "My Friend From Kentucky." It's a wonderful achievement and he deserves the highest commendation for giving to the theater-goers such a well trained company of thesplans. There is just enough of a theme to the story to bring out a melange of fun; wit, song and dancing as has not been lately on a Chicago stage. The third act, or "At the Hall," is the hit of the show and it possesses so much vim, action and syncopation that all the critics of the East claim it will win its way to Broadway. Mr. Hill does a clever piece of many work, true to the type that's past, and Sam Gaines and Julius Gleen were immense in their characterizations and especially good. "Bill Simmons" has improved since seen here two reasons ago and looks well in his clothes. "Rock Me in the Cradle of Love" by the dashing and charming Miss Daisy Martin is the best song heard on the stage today, and Miss Martin captivates the audience by her sweet and pleasing voice. Mrs. J. Lucieb Hill and Miss Ray render solos that win applause for their good work. Miss Jemile Shepard, the leading lady was handicapped by a severe cold, but she is an accomplished actress. Jonnie Peters, the world's greatest tango dancer, makes the audience rise up on ennuse with applause. Daisy Brown, Ednor Morton and Ethel Williams are clever and greatly appreciated. Theodore Pankey, famous "Red Moon," is remembered as featuring "On the Road to Monterey," made a hit by his love song to Mrs. Peters. Billy utter shares the lion's eye by his expert playing. Mr. Hill deserves the support of the race. He has a great big company, giving work to sixty people. The show will be at the Globe next week. Show your race pride by giving encouragement to Mr. Hill and his deserving company. The chorus work alone under the personal direction of James J. Vaughn, is worth the price of admission. JOTTINGS, THEATRICAL AND OTHERWISE. THE GRAND. If you do not believe the "Tango craze" is still on go to the Grand any Tuesday or Friday night and see the crowds standing far out into the street waiting admission to the theatre, for on these nights the management, in addition to the excellent vaudeville, throws in a dancing contest lasting in the neighborhood of half an hour. Here can be seen all the newest things in terpsichorean art and in reality many attend as they would a dancing school in order to learn the new dances. The bill opened this week with the DeVitts, who sprung some acrobatic stunts a little bit out of the ordinary. Maide De Long was a hit as an eccentric comedienne and kept the house in a constant uprout every minute she was before the footlights. "His Father's Son," a playlet depicting vividly the sins of the father visiting the child, was presented admirably by Walter I. Brown & Co. The bill closed with the Apollo Trio. the finest acrobatic powers seen at this theater, their costumes were of bronze and with the plush curtain and soft light effect their pictures were perfect, they were by far the hit of the bill. NEW MQNOGRAM And still the crowds keep up at the New Monogram, and when you come to think of it "there's a reason." It is the policy of the management to present each week a little bit stronger bill than they did the week before. Cumber and Warfield, Anderson and Holmes, Anita Wilkins and Morton and Wilson were the ones who made he place hum the past week with their littleisms, clever dancing and budget of bright catchy songs. Join the crowds you will enjoy an evening spent in this unique little playhouse. THE STAR THEATRE. The best moving picture house on the South Side is the Star, State street, between 28th and 29th. They are bright, breezy and interesting, good music. Today "The Man Who Lied," a two-part Victor, Sunday, "From Father to Son," a two-part story from Rex. 10NOGRAM THEATRE. Manor Miller of the Monogram had a number one bill this week for the patrons of this theater. String Beans and his charming wife were here, Philipp Giles, Byrd and Byrd Brown and Wallace. The house crowded nightly. The pretty cosy, artistic dancing, sweet singing and delightful entertainment of man and Wallace was a hit. These young actresses are very popular so big everywhere. Miss Wallace happily remembered on her birthday by the presentation of an ivory toilet set by her mother. Madam, Jennie Sheppard Hastons, formerly of Washington, but late of London, England, is with the "Dark-town polites," and is the guest of Mrs. Nona Gilmore at her apartments, 3244 Wadman avenue. She is considered one of the prettiest and most charm-women on the stage. She takes a riding part in the Follies and her gowns are beautiful. The visitor is being highly entertained. BOX PARTY AT THE NATIONAL. The Lenten season is on, although unfortunately broken last Sunday night by Mr. Joe Shoccraft, with an exclusive box party to see J. Labrie Hill's play at the National. Those in the party were James Marshall, Sam Davis, Dr. Harry H. Boger, Walter Beacon and B. F. Moseley. Mr. Shoccraft entertained the "Follies" on Tuesday afternoon at the regular cabaret. CHICAGO UNION CHARITY SOCIAL The Chicago Union Charity Club will give a social March 17, at the home of Mrs. Horace Churchill, 3306 Vernon avenue. The proceeds are to place Mrs. Houston in a home. The many clubs throughout the city and friends are requested to give their assistance in this matter. Mrs. E. Chandler, president; Mrs. E. High, secretary. J. LUEBRIE HILL GUEST OF ED. GOOOBAR. Mr. and Mrs. J. Laubrie Hill of the "Darktown Folies" are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Goodbar, on East 21st street. Mrs. Hill, who was Evon Robinson, was the guest of Miss Lizzie Wallace at the Pompei Tuesday. Both were becoming gowned. HAPPY JULIUS GLEEN. Domiciled at Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Haskins. Happy Julius Gleen of the "Darktown Folies" and Miss Daisy Martin are stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Hoskins, 3162 State street. Monday afternoon a Defender reporter had dinner with Mr. Gleen and Miss Martin at a Gird-street cafe. A delicious stake with wine was served. CURRENT EVENTS IN SOUTH BEND Interesting Events in the Famous Manufacturing City of the Hoosier State. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] South Bend, Ind., March 13—Mrs. Mary D. Pettiford of Helena, Ark. is visiting her sister, Mrs. Edward Cook- sey. The O. D. T. Club was entertained on Friday by Mrs. Earl Findley, Mrs. Mary D. Pettiford being the guest of the club. A delightful luncheon was served. Miss Carita Day was on the bill at Orpheum the latter half of last week and made a decided hit. Her singing and dancing were good but her rendition of "Today," a recitation, was excellent and took the house by storm. Her costumes were beautiful and up-to-date and she received encores at every performance. Mrs. John Henderson arrived in the city last Thursday and is stopping at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John Wade, 809 West Thomas street. Mr. Webb, the well known photographer of Chicago, was in this city a few days last week and is thinking very seriously of opening a studio some time in the near future. Mr. Alexander Manning of Chicago is expected in the city soon. He is at present in Hot Springs, Ark., where he spent the winter in search of health. It is understood in local circles that Mr. Manning contemplates locating here permanently in case he can find a suitable location for the business enterprise which he expects to venture upon. Prof. Harry Foster Dean, noted lecturer and African explorer, is in the city. He is here to fill several lecture dates. Mrs. G. C. Clay is still on the sick list. Miss Julia Riley of Buffalo, N. Y., is registered at the Hotel Royal. Mr. Samuel Rhye will leave Saturday, March 14, for Indianapolis. This gentleman's whole interest seems to be centered in the above named city. We wish him much luck. Mr. Samuel Lambert left for Chicago Tuesday. GLOBETHEATRE Wabash Ave. and Hubbard Place Week Commencing Sunday, March 15th MATINEES: Sunday, Tues., Thurs., and Sat. The Greatest Colored Show Ever on Earth J. LUBRIE HILL AND The Dark Town Follies! in the Pastidious Musical Joviality My Friend from Kentucky Full of Mirth, Melody, Privolity and Laughter 60—COLORED CELEBRITIES—60 FEATURING HAPPY JULIUS GLENN! Gaines & Brown DAISY MARTIN EVON ROBINSON THEO. L. PANKEY EUGENE PERKINS JENNIE SCHEPARD ETHEL WILLIAMS EDDIE STAFFORD TINY RAY DAISY BROWN ADEL JOHNSON EDDIE RECTOR EDNA MORTON MARY RAY LETTIE GEORGE AND JOHNNIE PETERS The Originator of the Tango and Texas Tommie With the World's Best Singing and Dancing! Chorus of 50 BAR NONE PRICES: 15 to 50 cts. Boxes 75 to $1.00 THE CONDUCTOR A grand May music festival at Orchestra Hall Monday, May 11, at 8 p. m., given by the Coleridge Taylor Club of Raymond School Settlement. Seventy-five voices. Mrs. Willa Sloan, soprano soloist; Mr. Carroll Dickerson, violin soloist; the Y. M. C. A. Boys' Glee Club, 25 voices; Chicago Mixed Quartet; Lily Nelson, Phyllis Woodward, Edward Borden and John W. Jones. Hear this great chorus in classical recital. James A. Mundy, general conductor of music. Tickets on sale at Orchestra Hall, 200 Michigan avenue. Main floor, $1; balcony, 50 and 75 cents; gallery, 25 cents; boxes, seating $x, $9. DANCING, INSTRUCTION AND PLEASURE FOR THE ELITE Mr. Vincent Saunders and Mr. Alphonse Young Succeed Prof. Garfield Wilson—Term Their School the Laurell Dancing Academy. The necessity of a dancing academy which will be run along lines more extensive than that of being a mere school of dancing has been the inspiration to Mr. Vincent Saunders and Mr. Alphonse Young to open the Laurell Dancing Academy at the Mason hall, 3956 State street, formerly under the management of Mr. Garfield Wilson. Mr. Dikerson Young and Miss Young The ability of both of these young men is well known and they promise to run an exceptional school, entering to a select patronage with an ever increasing devotion to all things that will tend to uplift the social life of the young women and men of Chicago. Competent instructors have been engaged and will give their undivided attention to those desires of taking instructions. That the academy will be a success is assured. The class will be held every Friday evening throughout the season. Instructions will be given from eight to nine thirty. UNION CITY, TENN. Union City, Penn., March 13.—Rev. A. M. Bishop, pastor of the C. P. Church, arrived Sunday, but was taken seriously ill and had to go back to his home in Martin. Penn. We hope for him a speedy recovery. The Y. M. C. a held a very interesting meeting Sunday. Mrs. Howard, the traveling evangelist, preached Sunday afternoon to the ladies only, and it is reported the greatest sermon ever preached in Union City. The church was crowded. Mrs. Howard will preach to the men Sunday afternoon, March 15, and it is hoped that every man in Union City will be present. Rev. W. M. Torlokes was in Dyer Sunday and Monday, and reports a splendid service Sunday. Mrs. Clark of Milan is in the city, the guest of her son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Clark, South Ury street, Mrs. Mary Ann Schaggs is having much success in the Poro hair and scalp treatment. The Y. W. E. Club was charmingly entertained by Mrs. Sarah Herron Friday afternoon. See Mrs. Lizzie Brown on Mercie street for the wonderful hair grower. For the Chicago Defender or the Nashville Globe or any newspaper you wish. Mrs. Cassie L. Foulkes, 408 E. Matthews street, phone No. 533. Mrs. Rilla Williams was hostess to the Four Leaf Clover Club Monday afternoon. Mrs. Annie Yaney and Mrs. C. L. Foulkes, who have been sick for several weeks, are able to be out again and attended the meeting of the Household of Ruth, No. 606. IF YOU WANT A ROOM READ OUR CLASSIFIED COLUMNS. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER KENTUCKIANS FIGHT FOR RIGHTS Secure Favorable Legislation for Equal Accommodation in Separate Coaches—Editor Phil H. Brown Leads Fighting Hosts to Victory—State-wide Interest in Case. WORK OF RACE PRESS. Failure to Provide Equal Accommodation Is Now Punishable by $1,500 in Each Case—Up to Afro-American Citizens to See That Law Is Enforced. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Hopkinsville, Ky., March 13.—Afro-Americans of this section, becoming tired of the filth, unsanitary condition of "Jim Crow" cars, began making a fight for better accommodations through the columns of the Hopkinsville News, edited by Phil Brown. His stinging and drastic editorial attention to the injustice that is being done the race by the miserable transportation that has been affronted them for the same fares that the white people are paying for comforts and conveniences of travel. The represented citizens protested so vigorously that their cries were heard throughout the county. Deny P. Smith, county attorney, took the matter before the grand jury and six indictments were returned against the Louisville & Nashville, one each against two other roads—the Illinois Central and Tennessee Central roads. The indictments charge that the railroads have violated the law in discriminating in the quality, convenience and accommodations in the cars set apart for the white and Afro-American passengers. Under, the separate coach law of the state this is a misdemeanor and the penalty provided is a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $1,500 for each offense. This is considered to be a signal victory for the race of Hopkinsville and the state of Kentucky. The coaches set apart for them have been the merest makeshifts, being dirty, unsanitary and provided with single toilet rooms which men and women have been forced to use in common. Judge John Fieland ably assisted the county attorney in the prosecution of the cases, while such well-known men as C. W. Merriweather, Walter Robinson, E. W. Glass, Peter Postell and Phil Brown lent their aid. Afro-Americans here are fighters. They don't believe in cringing and crawling. They want their rights protected and to that end they fought and won a victory. A meeting is being planned at which resolutions will be offered congratulating Attorney Deny Smith, Judge Fieland and others who interested themselves in the case. A WEEK WITH THE WOLVERINES. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Kalamazoo, Mich., March 13—M. and Mrs. Latherman of Cleveland, O. were the guests last week of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Bailey of Gordon place. They returned home Monday via Jackson, where they visited friends, Mrs. C. M. Cubitt of Gordon place entertained at luncheon Sunday evening, March 1, complimentary to her brother and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Latherman, Mrs. Grain and Mr. Latherman rendered musical selections while Miss Thompson and Mrs. Cubitt took turns at the piano. The B. Y. P. U. social club met at the home of Mrs. B. F. Allen of 208 East Main street. About thirty were present. They had a delightful program. Coffee and sandwiches were served. Miss Minnie Hawke, a niece of Mrs. B. F. Allen, was a caller at her home on Sunday. THE WORLD OF SPORTS FOOTBALL BASEBALL BASKETBALL GOODFELLOWS' CLUB TO ENTER TAIN GIANTS. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Los Angeles, Cal., March 13—The American Giants of Chicago will arrive here from Palm Beach, Fla., where they have been in training for the coming season. They will only spend two days here, continuing their trip to San Marla, Cal. The world's greatest and most famous minor league team will be entertained by the Goodfellows' Club on March 19, of which L. A. Goodwin is president and J. T. Armstrong secretary. Odie Branch, better known as young George Dixon, left for New Orleans last week to prepare for a fight with a local celebrity. Odie aspires to featherweight honors. This is his first go for some time, having been working for a year or more at the Hotel Del Prado, hopping bells and giving boxing lessons on the side. Wise boy that. In the New England championship games, February 27, Edward Dugger, a pupil of the English high school of Boston, won the junior championship in the standing high jump, clearing 4 feet 9 inches. He wasn't given a square deal, as he should gave gone JOTTINGS FROM SPRINGFIELD, OHIO Springfield, O., March 13.—Sunday morning, March S, after listening to the splendid lecture by Rev. J. S. Jackson of the North Street A. M. E. Church on the "Origin of the Negro," we have no cause to be ashamed of our race. The North Street Choir, under the leadership of Bro. Arthur Stewart, is making splendid progress and rendered a lovely program at the morning service. The brotherhood gave a grand musical Wednesday evening, March 4, to a crowded house. The program was: Chorus, mixed; invocation, pastor; piano, Miss Ethel Grandison; quartet, male; reading, French Wilson; vocal, Mrs. James Ray; quartet (from St. John choir); ladies; piano, Miss Ethel Fleming; vocal duet, Mrs. Chas. Jones, Mrs. Dudley Jackson; vocal, Wallace Silier; reading, French Wilson; male quartet. The stewardesses of Wyley M. E. Church gave a grand reception to Rev. Hammond and family. He leaves for conference next week. Quite a number attended. Champion Lodge, P. and A. M., raised eight candidates to the M. M. degree, after which an excellent banquet was served; about fifty brothers being present. They are taking steps toward purchasing a hall of their own. Golden Star Chapter has several brothers to pass to the exalted degree of the Ameranth. The K. of P.'s Regimental Company is making a great effort to buy a temple to meet in and stop paying rent. They have a fearless leader in the person of Col. P. M. Hatcher. Dr. and Mrs. E. E. Reed of Louisville. KY., are the guests of relatives. Harry Jackson of Bellefontaine spent Wednesday the guest of friends. Miss Estella Cosby is visiting her parents at Mechanicsburg. Miss Anna Bell Herd of Bellefontaine is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Anna Bell Robinson. On Tuesday evening an entertainment will be given at Trinity A. M. E. Church over Dr. Burton's office, entitled "An Evening With Dumbar." The public is cordially invited to come and help make Friday night, March 13, a lucky night, by attending the grand musical and literary entertainment at North Street A. M. E. Church, given by Circle No. 1. Mrs. A. R. Patterson will entertain the Pleasure Club, of which she is a member. Tuesday evening. All members are requested to be present. Mrs. Horace Spillman and Mrs. Thomas James will entertain the Thursday Afternoon Club Thursday afternoon, March 12, at the residence of Mrs. Spillman on June street. Mrs. Hattie Thompson entertained Wednesday with a 6 o'clock dinner in honor of Mrs. Wilber Brooks of Evansville, Ind. Covers were laid for ten. Miss Ruth Harding entertained the Portnightly Embroidery Club Tuesday evening at her home on West Euclid avenue. Light refreshments were served. Those present were: Miss Bessie Harris, Miss Febie Dixon, Miss Bessie Kellar, Miss Andria Harris, Miss Grace Washington, Miss Eva Walker Miss Myrtle Quisenberry, Mrs. Bell D. Hines; Miss May Ramsey, Mrs. D. Mason. Mrs. Chester Nelson entertained with a 1 o'clock dinner Wednesday in honor of Miss Sarah Davis of Fort Wayne, Ind. Covers were laid for six. Miss Lilia Jackson will entertain the Alba Rose Club Tuesday evening. All members are urged to be present. Business of importance. The Alba Rose Club entertained at the residence of Misses Louise and Gussie Woods Wednesday evening with a taffy pulling. Those present were: Miss Carrie Ramey, Lava Green, Cloe Oglesby, Litha Jackson, Quena Peteder, Aurelia Hickman, Carrie Banks, Martheina Butler, Iola Norris, Robert Linden, Jack Blackburn, Phonse White, James Batey, Charles White, Abe Herd, Chas. Green, Henry Norris, George Payne, Frank Oglesby. BY FRANK A. C. YOUNG. to New York to compete in the national championship games, but the Boston Athletic Association, who had the meet in charge, refused to pay his expenses and sent a senior who competed against Dugger and also cleared 4 feet 5 inches but was disqualified on account of his being a senior, as seniors were not allowed to go against the juniors. He also took a leap before each jump, which alone should have disqualified him. Irving Howe, after a long rest from track activities, was in the senior 40-yard dash and came in second. Pollard from Providence was second in the hurdles. On Saturday the school boy meet under this same association was a very unfair piece of work. Dugger and Edward Niles, one of the fastest 1,000 yard men in New England and a member of the English high school, were the victims this time. Niles came in second in the 1,000 yard run and the officials gave him third, saying to each other, "He will be glad to get anything." Dugger drew the pole in the 300 yard dash and was shifted to one of the worst positions and didn't place. That is the way they do things at the B. A. A. Shelburne came in second in the shot put. At the English high school John Shelburne, Edward Dugger and Niles win all the meets. Of course you understand this is a mixed school. THE CARE OF THE TEETH By Dr. Fred J. Braxton Today is the day of hygiene and sanitation. Therefore, it behoves us to look well to our physical condition. By this we mean not part of, or all, excepting the teeth, but including the teeth. Teeth have been a source of misery and pain since the beginning of creation. And why? Simply on account of neglect and ignorance. There is no excuse for ignorance today, because this matter has been given a great deal of publicity lately. At present we have a number of dentists whose duty it is to examine school children's teeth and inform the parents of their condition. In the city of Philadelphia there has been erected a dental institution where the children of the poor may be treated free of cost. This institution is supported by charity. Therefore, since the children are being made aware of the condition of their teeth there is no reason why the parents should not follow suit. There are many positions that cannot be secured unless the applicant's teeth are in good condition. For instance, on the Police and Fire Department, and in many of the best hospitals all applicants for the position of nurse are compelled to have a certificate from their dentist stating that their teeth are in good condition. There is a reason for all of this, Why? Because a person suffering THE STREET CAFE $ 500 CASH Bluitt won again for Lane in the semi-finals of the Cook county indoor baseball championship when he struck out eighteen and allowed only two hits. It looked good Saturday in the Lane-Evanston Academy dual track meet when the winner of the 40-yard dash, the "220" and the "440" was announced as Walker of the academy. Polard, who is at Brown, took part in the B. A. A. games. The West Baden Spruedls and the A. B. C.s of Indianapolis have united as one team and will be under the leadership of Taylor. TENAN JONES AND TONEY BLOUNT OFF FOR MILWAUKEE Tenan Jones of this city and Toney Blount of Peoria, Ill., left on Thursday afternoon for Milwaukee, Wis., to see the Wolgast and Ritchio fight. Both are betting men and wise on all points of the game and it is expected that they will return with a pocket full of long green. The Chinese ball team has arrived on the coast and will play in the States for seven months, ending up in Cuba. They are champions of the Hawaiian league. with bad teeth is incapacitated for duty and further more because cavities of the teeth and old roots are cesspoof filled with germs. Naturally a party having teeth in that condition would be very contagious, especially in a hospital. Germs of all kinds lodge in the cavities and roots, including pneumococci, germs causing pneumonia, tubercular bacillis, which cause tuberculosis staphylococcus which cause the formation of pus and abscesses, hence the swelling in your face, and numerous other germs. All told, we can find fifty-six varieties of germs in the mouth. Therefore, in this age of sanitation it is your duty to yourself and to all with whom you come in contact, to be more hygienic in regard to your teeth and have them examined at least once every six months. GARY SOCIETY [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Gary, Ind., March 13—Mr. James P. Norwood, a graduate of Tuskegee Institute and one of the progressive Afro-American inventors of the age, is meeting with success with his new invention for wrapping bread. This machine is used by some of the largest bread manufacturers in the country and he has received special endorsement from the Hamilton Club. SPORTING NEWS FROM THE COLLEGES —EXPERT COMMENT --- EASY TERMS News of the Churches GRACE PRESBYTERIAN There was a very enthusiastic meeting last Wednesday evening at the prayer service. Preparations are being made by Sunday school and choir for Easter services. The new system of keeping the attendance at the Sunday school is proving quite satisfactory. Mrs. Green is still extremely ill at her residence on 67th street, near Wentworth avenue. Sunday morning service, 10:45; Sunday school, 12:45; prayer meeting, Wednesday, 8 p. m.; evening service, 7:45. To all of these you are cordially invited. ST. THOMAS' CHURCH Rev. J. B. Masslah, the rector, announces that the subject of the sermon Sunday morning is "The Three Great Wonders After Death." BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH. That the Christian religion still dominates and that the church still wields a powerful influence in the community is manifested at the Sunday morning services. When the pastor arose to preach, very seat was filled and latecomers were invited to a meeting in the lecture room. In his sermon Rev. Smyth chided professing Christians for not living up to the principals of their teachings and of the church. He denounced the new and alluring creeds, which he said had no foundation and praised the Methodist faith for its simplicity. The officials are pleased with the financial end, and all money over the regular expenses are set aside to make up the $2,900 needed to make Bethel a Methodist church out of debt. EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH, EVANSTON, ILL. Rev. H. E. Stewart is preaching a series of sermons on the second coming of Christ. The third of the series will be on the "Fulfillment of Prophecy." The church was filled Sunday with an interesting and enthusiastic audience. The Sabbath school, under the direction of W. H. Twiggs, has increased to over 200 scholars and each session is crowded. Rev. H. E. Stewart and wife were entertained Sunday by Mrs. Persong and at lunch on Tuesday by Mr. and Mrs. John Young. The Bible talks by the pastor on Wednesday night are proving a great attraction. More than 200 persons were present last Wednesday night. Monday night, March 23, the pastor will deliver an address on "Pilgrim's Progress." Extensive preparations are being made for the last Sunday in March at 3 o'clock, at which time the Union Revival Choir of Chicago will sing. The Woman's Mite Missionary Society will have charge of the meeting and a great time is anticipated. Mt. Carmel C. M. E. Church The pastor, Rev. C. H. Blacksher, held his Sunday morning services as usual at 3 p. m. The twelve lady preachers, representing the twelve tribes of Israel, were all present. They took full charge of the pulpit and all the services. Nearly as many visiting lady preachers were present who were not on the program. They all had a glorious time. At 8 p. m. Dr. L. C. Clark of Joliet, Ill, preached from 2nd chapter of Genesis, first verse, "I came in confusion, but through faith in my mother I brought peace," was the theme. The services are extraordinary. Visitors are in itted to attend. ANNUAL CONFERENCE. The District Conference of Chicago district, of the Chicago Annual Conference of the A. M. E. Church, will convene in Wayman Chapel, 915 North Franklin street, this city, March 25, at 10:30 a.m., and continue two days, Rev. W. D. Cook, D. D., presiding elder, will preside. Much important business will be transacted, and many vital questions will be considered. The people at large are invited to attend. SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH. Regular services every Sunday, 11 p. m., 8 p. m. Sunday school 1 p. m. B. Y. P. U. 7 p. m. Prayer service Wednesday night. Teachers' Board Friday night. The school is planning to give an excellent program. Easter Sunday under the leadership of Mrs. R. Jones, assisted by Mrs. L. Jordan. Sunday evening will be song service and an African missionary will give a short lecture. All are welcome. ST. MARY'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Services, 1:45-7:45; C. E., 6:45; Mrs. Willis, president; Sunday school, 1:30. Mr. T. W. White superintendent. We had a large crowd at church last Sunday morning, Rev. P. P. Taylor preached quite an interesting discourse. Sunday the services as usual. There was a large attendance at Sunday school and Christian Endeavor. Last Sunday, March 7, the members and friends of the church tendered the pastor quite a pleasant time at his birthday. Mrs. Ima Jones, in a neat speech, presented the pastor a handsome gold watch in behalf of the members and friends of the church. NEW HOPE CHURCH New Hope Free Baptist Church, 4034 Armour avenue, held regular services as usual Sunday. At 11 o'clock services Rev. J. Connors preached for the congregation. At 1:30 p. m. our Sunday school had regular services as usual. Our services were grand and glorious all day. Every Wednesday night preaching. Every Friday night praise service. Every fourth Sunday is our rally day. QUINN CHAPEL CHURCH. On last Sunday morning the pastor, Rev. J. C. Anderson, preached a most interesting and instructive sermon. His theme, "Identification With Christ," was well handled. One soul stepped into the pool and was made whole during the preaching of the sermon. The presence of the Holy Spirit was manifested all through the con- 2 gregation. Choir Nos. 1 and 2 united in furnishing music. A special program will be rendered on next Sunday morning by Choir No. 2, assisted by Mrs. Smyth and Mrs. Anderson. The evening service was well attended. Pulpit occupied by the pastor. ST. LUKE M. E. CHURCH. Every member of St. Luke's is highly elated over what has been done during the past conference year. Beginning with last Sunday's most eloquent sermons, interesting things have been going on during the past week. At our fourth quarterly conference the majority of our reports were excellent. Several of the officers expressed their views concerning the year's work and their desire to have our good, faithful and competent pastor returned to St. Luke for another year of success and victory. On last Sunday we had one other soul to unite with us, making a total of 120 as our membership. We raised on the same day in our collections $40.43 with which we were able to settle every claim against St. Luke's, and send our pastor to the conference with an unburdened mind and a happy heart. WALTERS A. M. E. CHURCH We are pleased to report a very excellent session of our Quarterly Conference which convened on last Tuesday evening. The amounts raised from all sources during the quarter, total about $1,000. There has been an increase in our membership during the last three months of sixty-five persons. We are gratified to say that many of these new members have already become very active in the work of the church, and we urge each member to consider it his and her duty to do whatever lies in their power to strengthen and enlarge Zion. Sunday is our third quarterly meeting day. Rev. Brewer of St. Stephen's A. M. E. Church will preach for us at the sacramental service at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society were entertained Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Stella King, 155 W. 28th street. Our presiding bishop, the Rt. Rev. George L. Blackwell, will favor us with an Episcopal visit on Sunday, March 23. Dr. Blackwell will preach morning and evening of this day. On Monday evening, March 23, the Methodist Brotherhood will give an informal reception in honor of the bishop. Refreshments will be served. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Dear reader do you happen to be one of those who, like the Jews of Jesus' day, desired a sign from heaven, or some miracle to further convince them that Jesus was the son of God, and that in Him eternal life could be found? Or, is it that you fully believe that He has saving power, and that He died for you—but for the sake of worldly pleasures you repulse the spirit and harden your heart against Him. Is this your reason for not letting Him come into your heart? This is the Satanic force which stands in the way of so many precious souls and leaves them ragged and torn outside of the banquet hall of Christ. Oh, my dear young men; my dear young women, let me say this word to urge you to stand up in the dignity of your manhood and womanhood and renounce the world with all of its deceptive arts and sensuous pleasures. Stop and think for a moment. Ask yourself this question, Am I so unappreciative of the Savior's kindness unto me that I turn my back upon that scene of Calvary, where Jesus died that Ignominious death upon the cross for me? Surely you are not so heartless as to forfeit for worldly pleasure your relation which you sustain unto your Savior. We are His by creation. Are you going to disown Him? God forbid. HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. The pastor took for his theme, "Personal Vision of Christ," upon which he gave an excellent discourse. The Sabbath school was well attended and several new scholars were enrolled. The choir is preparing a beautiful musical exercise for Easter. The Lyceum program was very interesting, special numbers were rendered by Mrs. H. Grammar. The new president, Mr. J. M. Brumfield, gave an instructive address upon party politics, and stated that Mr. George, attorney, would be the speaker for next Friday evening. THE INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH. Rt. Rev. Benjamin F. Lee, presiding bishop of the Iowa district of the A. M. E. Church, will preach the Sunday morning sermon at the Institutional Church. Major John R. Lynch, retired paymaster of the U. S. army, former member of Congress, and author of many interesting books upon Reconstruction Days, will deliver an address at the evening service at 8 o'clock. People from the Southland who are interested in knowing the real present-day conditions as contrasted with the days of Bruce, Revells et al., are cordially invited to attend. Two very interesting sermons were delivered last Sabbath by the Rev. Ferrier Martyn, formerly of Philadelphia. Dr. Martyn's morning subject was "A Trial by Jury," and his evening theme "The Drama of the Waverens." Extensive preparations are being made both for Palm Sunday and Easter. A WEST SIDE INSTITUTION. The Providence Baptist Church, corner Walnut and Leavitt streets, like all progressive Gospel churches, has found its usefulness in neighborhood work. The first of February there was organized an institute, operating 18 departments, in connection with the regular church work. There are two courses, a preparatory, for those unacquainted with institutional church features and a graduating class for those with college training. Already young women from neighboring towns are availing themselves of the opportunity of preparing for service that they may return to their respective fields equipped for better work. Dr. and Mrs. Francis are devoting their entire to the work which is very promising. A WEEK IN GLENCOE. Glencoe, Ill., March 13—The Dramatic Club crowned itself with glory last Thursday evening when it put on its new play, "Home Ties." Miss Bessie Baker as Linda Jane was a scream. Rosco Baker, Miss Ellie Steward and Mrs. Evelyn M. Sawyer were the other fun makers that kept the house roaring. Mr. Rankin, Jr., Matthew Johnson and Tennison Jones played the heavy roles creditably. Miss Marle Burgette acted her part like a veteran. The hustling stage manager, Mr. Gray, was always on the job. A packed house greeted them. They gave the same play in Evanston Tuesday night, and Thursday night at the Provident Baptist Church, Chicago. The A. M. E. choir rendered a splendid song service last Sunday evening. Keep in mind the grand musical to be given by the choir on the 20th. There will be entertainments given at the First Baptist Church and the Methodist Church on St. Patrick's day. The mass meeting of the citizens was well attended last evening at St. Luke Hal' Speeches were made by Mr. McRerts rankin, Jr., W. F. Wilson, W. ... Johnson, R. De Vault, M. Guthrie and others. The ousant Club will meet next Wednesday evening. Will Linzy, who died in Chicago this week, was brought home, and his funeral took place from the home of Mrs. Winter, his grandmother. He was buried at Roschill. Read the Defender. For sale at Lathan's store. DECATUR BRIEFS (By Loyd T. Pearl.) Mrs. Sarah Robinson, who returned home from Chicago sick, is very much better. Mrs. J. F. Metton, who moved to Decatur a few months ago, is doing fine in her new home. Dr. G. W. Paraker, formerly of Chicago, is doing good business. Mr. Loyd Pearl, who has been sick for the pat two months, is better. Mr. Joe Holstin, who cut Will Davis on the night of Sept. 13, 1913, was captured in Paris, Ill., last week at his home in Calro and his trial will be in May. Mrs. Nancy Pahen has been ill for the last few days. WEEK IN ENGLEWOOD The Ideal Woman's Club met at the residence of Mrs. Austin, 4912 Wabash avenue. The hostess was very sick in bed but she made them welcome to her house and a delightful meeting was held. Her husband and son served the club a fine lunch. The Young Ladies' Industrial Club was the guest of Mrs. A. Cecil, 5403 Dearborn street. MRS. GABRIELLA SMITH'S FUNERAL. (Continued from page 1 ) (Continued from page 1.1) was melted to tears as he told of the reality of religion and the saving grace of Jesus Christ. Never was the "elder" more eloquent in the simple story of the cross. Equally as touching was the recital of her death by Mrs. Ellis-worth of Quinn Chapel. Sympathy in Flowers." Sympathy in Flowers. Everyone knew "Gabe" Smith, and everyone loved her. Had the church been larger the hundreds who patiently waited outside would have joined those who were seated in silent devotion throughout the services. As it was, they could only pay tribute in a last look at the remains when that time arrived. Seldom is a bier so literally surrounded with flowers as was Mrs. Smith's. At the house the room in which the body rested was filled, and at the church they nearly hid the rostrum. A blanket of roses, the gift of the roomers at Mrs. Smith's home, completely covered the casket as it was lifted into the hearse. A long procession of carriages followed the family to Mount Greenwood Cemetery, where the remains were interred. The palibearers were Joseph Hudlin, R. J. B. Ellington, William R. Cowan, Major R. R. Jackson, Edw. West, Phil Green, George Height and George Franklin. Sister Is Absent. The deceased is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Francis Thuvalon and Miss Grace Knighten, and two brothers, Dave and Harry Knighten, and numerous relatives and friends. Miss Grace Knighten resides in India. Word of her sister's death was delayed in reaching her. Mrs. Smith died on Wednesday, March 4, and on Monday, March 2, a letter received from Miss Knighten said that she would sail from Australia for India on that day. Useless. "After a man has invested in one of your get-rich-quick schemes, do you keep on sending him literature for your new enterprise?" "Certainly not," answered the promoter. "What's the use of wasting postage stamps on a man who is broke?" Preserving the Verities Star Actor — "I must insist, Mr. Sager, on having real food in the banquet scene." Manager—"Very well, then; if you insist on that you will be supplied with real poison in the death scene." Science Supplies the Need Mr. Hay-Burner—"These high power machines they're making get more dangerous every day." Mr. Gasolline—"Oh, well, it doesn't matter so much now that Doctor Carrel is turning out chauffeurs with interchangeable parts."—Life Information. The length of time the earth is turning on its axis is called a day. At the equator the days and nights are always 12 hours long. The farther a point lies from the equator the longer are its longest days and longest nights. At the poles the year is made up of one day and one night, each six months long. All places in about 66% degrees of latitude north or south have one day in the year 24 hours long and one night of equal length. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. SHE WAS A PEACH By SETH MONROE. "Anthony? You mean Jim Anthony who used to cover this territory for King & Co.? Why, he has another route now, and he ain't traveling for King & Co. any more, neither. And Letty—you remember Letty, who used to be in service here. Well—say, I best start right at the beginning. "Letty was the housemaid at this hotel when Anthony was King & Co.'s best salesman. Her mother had brought her up very strict, and when she died Letty was only eighteen and knew about as much of the world as a child does. The house was worth about two thousand, for property had been going up for a long time; but Letty couldn't live on nothing while it was on the market, so she came to the 'tavern' as second housemaid. In those days service of that kind wasn't considered anyways towering in Wakefield. "Anthony was staying over night. It was a small town on his route, and he hadn't made many sales that year, and he was naturally a bit depressed. But when he saw Letty sweeping down the hall he brightened up a bit. Anthony always liked a pretty face. 'So he comes up to her. "Hello, kid, you sure are a peach," he says, and kisses her. That done, he goes into his room, thinking no more about it. "Letty was fabbergasted. She had always been taught that to kiss a girl meant you wanted to marry her, and here was a perfect stranger who had kissed her the minute he ect eyes on her. The little fool put down her broom and began to cry with happiness. Anthony was about forty and rather fat and flashily dressed, but he was all gold in Letty's eyes. "Next morning Anthony, having renewed his grouch, went out of his room carrying his suit case. He met Letty, who had been waiting on the stairs. 'Morning, miss,' said Anthony, and passed on, leaving Letty still more flabbergasted. "I guess she cried all that day, but when night came she had made up her mind. Of course a fine gentleman like Anthony wouldn't want to marry a girl in service. Her little head was full of romances. She had read about men A man in a hat and coat is standing behind a desk, holding an open book. A woman in a dress is sitting at the desk, looking at the book. A clock is mounted on the wall behind the desk. His Grouch Began to Clear Away. being true to death, and all that, and she made up her mind make herself worthy of Anthony. "She took her savings and went to night school with them. By the end of the year Letty was a fair stenographer and bookkeeper, and, as the young woman who kept books for the tavern' was leaving to get married, Letty stepped into her shoes. The salary was a dollar less than her wages had been when she held the broom, but she was mighty glad. "At the end of the year Anthony comes on his route again, and when Letty looked up from her books and saw him standing, waiting to register, her heart beat so that she couldn't speak. "Anthony looked at her, and his grouch began to clear away. He always liked pretty girls. "You sure are a peach, kiddo," he said, and chucked her under the chin. "How about the movies tonight!" "With that he was gone, leaving poor Letty in a heaven of ecstasy. Her god had noticed her again; he was going to take her out. That flashy chap was a king in Letty's eyes. "I guess Anthony wanted to take her out all right, though he hadn't the slightest notion that he had ever met her before. But he fell in with some of the boys, and they got him into a poker game, and when he got out, at midnight, he was $72 in the hole. And by that time he had forgotten all about Letty, who had been waiting all primped up since eight o'clock. "Letted cry herself to sleep, and next morning Anthony was gone before she was down in the office. "She gave up hope then, but she stayed on at the 'tavern', keeping the books. She wouldn't have anything to do with the young fellows of Wakefield, but she was always nice to traveling men. About the time when Anthony was due again she began to ask timid questions about him. But nobody told her much; you see, they guessed something had happened between them. But at last Letty got the truth from a young salesman who was making the rounds. "Anthony? he asked. 'Why, he won't be here any more. I'm covering his territory now for King & Co. You see, they caught him with goods, miss." "Goods? inquired Le., zzled. "Yes. Two thousand $ he had taken to gamble with. His case comes up for trial pretty soon, and he'll likely get about four years as a first offender. Poor old Anthony! When he comes out 'he' have hard work getting on his feet again." "Next day Letty accepted two thousand dollars for her house, which had gone up to a good deal more than that in value, resigned her position, and started for New York. She went to King & Co. "I want to see Mr. King on important business," she said. "The clerk took her in and Mr. King stared at her, and she stared back at him. There was something tragical about Letty in little things. People didn't like the way she looked into their minds. "Mr. King was growing uncomfortable when Letty burst out: If I pay you will let you him out, Mr. King?" "I beg your pardon. Whom are you talking about?" asked the head of the firm. "Mr. Anthony, sir," said Letty, depositing her two thousand dollars upon the table, and Mr. King stared harder than ever. "Who are you?" he asked, eyeing first her and then the money. "You ain't his wife, because he wasn't married last time I heard." "I'm going to be," said Letty quietly. "Well, King was glad enough to drop the proceedings, and he took Letty round to the jail to see him. Anthony didn't feel too good to see King, but when he learned that he was to be free he saw the point. "You can thank this young woman an instead of me," says Mr. King. "And let me tell you I wouldn't have taken her money if it hadn't been for the fact that she was engaged to you. In my opinion, she is a good deal too good for you." With which he turned on his heel, leaving Letty and Anthony looking at each other. To the best of his knowledge Anthony had never seen her before in all his life. He thought it was a game put up by some of his friends. "Whose money was it, my dear? he asked. "Mine," answered Letty proudly. I know you don't care for me any more, but when I heard you were in trouble it seemed—seemed only right for me to—gulp—give you my money." "But you told Mr. King you were going to be married to me," said Anthony in bewilderment. "I wouldn't marry you for all the wealth of Wakefield," Letty flashed out, and meant it, too. Somehow that word Wakefield recalled to Anthony the broken engagement, and then he understood and remembered her. His hand shot out and grasped her under the chin. "Kid," he said, 'you certainly are a peach.' "Yes, sir, they have been married nearly three years now, and he travels for Constable. Letty is as proud as a queen of Anthony. I guess there is the right woman for the right man everywhere, but, Lord, what luck Anthony had finding her!" (Copyright, 1914, by W. G. Chapman.) RICH IN HISTORIC INTEREST Excellent Reasons Why Mississippi's Old Capitol Should Be Preserved by People of State. A bill for renovating Mississippi's old statehouse calls for the legislature of the state to consider a question more or less continuously discussed by Mississippiians ever since the completion of the present capitol in 1903. For a comparatively modest sum the old capitol may be restored and put to excellent and appropriate use. So that today the sentimental plea for the building's preservation is strongly reinforced by utilitarian arguments. Mississippi's old statehouse should be as dear to Mississippiians who take pride in their state's history as the Cabildo is to Louisianaians. Built in 1839 the old capitol at Jackson is identified with the most stirring events in the most stirring period of Mississippi's history. In 1849 it housed the convention that formally asserted the principle of secession as a state right. In its hall the convention of 1861 was assembled and the ordinance of secession passed. During the stormy years just following the war it witnessed the dispossession of two governors by federal troops, and staged the notorious "black and tan" convention. It was the scene of the impeachment trial of Governor Ames. In 1890 it sheltered the constitutional convention which framed and enacted the franchise plan that solved the south's most portentous problem. Andrew Jackson, Henry Clay, Prentiss, Lamar, Walthar, George and other makers of history have addressed Mississippi audiences in the historic structure. It witnessed the election of Jefferson Davis as major general of Mississippi troops at the beginning of the struggle between the states. From its rostrum the Confederate president in 1884 delivered his farewell address to the people of Mississippi. Cold Baths for Colds One of the best ways of avoiding colds and catarral conditions also, is a daily cold bath. The friction does two things—R brings the blood to the surface, encouraging circulation, and it carries away the dead skin which is often left on the body too long. The reaction from the cold makes one feel warm and ready for work. The blood is made richer. After a cold bath there is one-fourth more red blood cells, which carry oxygen, and more white blood cells, which do the repairing. The skin, too, becomes accustomed to the touch of cold and it is not so sensitive to every little draft. The lungs and kidneys work better and the nerves are toned up. Plans New Industry for Tabiti Having acquired 30,000 acres in the Papenoo valley, Island of Tahiti, a Papete banker will clear the land and devote the greater part of it to the production of vanilla, and the most interesting part of the transaction is the announcement that it is hoped to be able to export it at $1.40 per pound, a reduction of about 60 cents per pound from the current price. Sandalwood and rosewood trees will also be planted. Houselife's Problem At the opening of the Woman's Industrial exposition in New York, City Chamberlain Henry Bruere said that getting food to the family is the great problem. The market will not do it, he says. In order to find out what is the right way, he says they sent around the world. They found the German housewives still go to market, but New York women cannot. A NEW COURSE IN PITMANIC SHORTHAND With a knowledge of shorthand you can readily secure and hold a profitable position at all times. The most universally used system of shorthand made as easy to learn as any other because the method of presentation is right. This twenty lessons are easily mastered and you are in possession of a complete course—not a mere smattering. You begin to write sensible business letters after the sixth lesson; you do court reporting before the end. The most profitable home study course for women; a boon to men in the business and professional world. Personal assistance and corrections at a price within your reach. Write to-day for booklets on shorthand and cost of tuition by mail. JOS. H. B. EVANS 4289 North Market Street 8T. LOUIS, MO. Phone Douglas 883 Automatic 72-746 C. C. Hotel @ Buffet Cole & Catlin, Props. 3449 So. State St. Chicago, Ill. MISS KITTIE SCOTT, Prop. CALL AT THE “O-K” Restaurant For First Class Meals and Short Orders Coffee and Hot Biscuits a Breakfast Special 3033 SO. DEARBORN STREET Meals from 15 Cents and up Teach your children to create. Don't always give them finished products to enjoy. Russell Bank and Sh and Classes. There is no upper middle class in Russia; a family is either of the peasant—although this term now a very wide inclusion—or of theocracy. And at court no one has precedence according to inherited rank, only according to official position in the government. To Remove Mildew Mildew is best removed by dipping the goods into a weak solution of chloride of lime, then placing the garment in the sun for a few minutes, after which rinse thoroughly. A heaping teaspoonful of lime to a quart of water is about the right proportion. Instantaneous Housekeeping "I see a prominent New York club woman says you can do a day's housekeeping in ten minutes." "Something in that. Every notice the housemate in a play. One swipe, and the room is in order." - Judge. Averse to Foreign Languages Victor to Foreign Languages. Victor Hugo found the knowledge of foreign languages a dangerous possession for an author. "I have long since regretted my folly in learning Spanish," he confessed to Heurl Rochefort. "If you want to retain a perfect mastery of your native tongue avoid any acquaintance with other languages." Matter of Liberality Miss Bessie Neater (cultivated)—"Tier books are simply delightful. Indeed, I think she is the most liberal writer I know of." Miss Hattle Bacon (uncultivated)—"Well, I don't know. I don't think she is as liberal as Mrs. Southworth. Mrs Southworth gives you 400 pages for a quarter every time."—The Bostonian. Fulness of Life. Every year I live I am more convinced that the waste of life lies in the loo we have not given, the powers we have not used, the selfish prudence that will risk nothing and whigh, shirking pain, misses happiness as well. No one ever yet was the poorer in the long run for having once in a lifetime "let out all the length of the reins."—Matthew Arnold. --- Growing Children and Study having children and study. As soon as a child begins to grow rapidly all intellectual exertion should be checked. Such is the theory which Dr. C. Mercier, an English authority on children, expresses in an article in the London Lancet. Especially when there is any family tendency to nervous or mental disorder, rapidly growing children should be withdrawn from school altogether until the period of rapid growth is over. Ingenious Calculating Machine A Hungarian citizen has invented an instrument which shows instantly the amount of interest due on any given sum for any period at any given rate of interest. The instrument, made in the size and shape of a watch, is of very simple construction and inexpensive. All that is necessary to operate it is to place the hands in the proper position on the dial and the exact amount of interest in each case is indicated on the dial. Emotions Expressed in Dancing. In the Vedas of the Hindus, some of which date back 6,000 years before Christ, there is steady reference to dancing as an expression of triumph, worship, and even the deepest grief. It is the same in the Zendavastas of the Persians. Dancing with cymbals and tambourines, with bells tied to their ankles and wrists or around their waists, was an art that the priestesses in the temples must understand. PAGE SEVEN EARNEST STEVENS IN BRA- ZIL. (Continued from page 1) liners into the h. rbor. Many of these pilots are as black as ebony, but they are neat and their prosperous appearance is due no doubt to the fact that they are well paid. They receive the equivalent of $15 U. S. money per day. In the cavalry and artillery the majority are natives, and many of them are commissioned officers. But they have very little use for the North American white man unless he has lots of money. The natives soon separate him from that, as everything here is very high. Chaufeurs receive 12 and 14 miles a day (three miles to a U. S. dollar). There are many automobiles in use here, but the best makes and most luxurious cars are owned by members of the race. In Santos they operate many large coffee plantations, doing a direct export business on a gigantic scale. No Color Line. In Montevideo, Uruguay, there are not as many people of color, but those who reside there have line places of business or good positions. There is absolutely no prejudice on account of color, and "a man is a man." The police force is also made up of natives who are noted more for their intelligence than their brute strength. In the Argentina (Unares Aires) they are filling every responsible position in the government service. There are not so many in business, but there is is no trouble to buy or enjoy anything you have the money for. I would advise anyone wishing to emigrate from the United States to purchase a ticket for Rio de Janeiro. Whites and Blacks at Dinner Tuesdays and Blacks at Dinner. Wednesday was a red letter day here. George W. Lorillard, secretary of the American legation, presented E. N. Hurley, vice president of the Illinois Manufacturing Association, and Charles Page Bryan and the thirty-four other members of the association now touring South America to Jose Luis Murature, minister of foreign affairs and acting vice president of the republic. Covers were laid for 125 persons at the magnificent banquet served in the evening at a leading hotel. All races sat down to that dinner, but I suppose that the strict censorship maintained will eliminate the names of the members of the race when it is published in Chicago. When ex-President Roosevelt was here, recently he was entertained in royal style by many of the native citizens. It seems strange to mention this fact, but it is our intention to tell the people of the United States the truth, whether they like it or not. Undoubtedly Tip "Was it a genuine tip Hawson gave you on the stock market?" "I guess it was; it made me lose my balance." The Lack. He—"I saw a fellow looking over the diamond ring case at our store this morning." She—"Oh, how I wish I were the woman in the case!—St. Louis Times. Why Ho Went. Jones, who doesn't own a motor car, and is never likely to, was met at the motor show by a friend, who expressed surprise to see him there. "Well," said Jones, "it's lovely once a year to come and look at a whole mass of cars that you don't have to dodge."—Christian Register. Afghanistan Infant Mortality. Infant mortality in Afghanistan is very heavy. It has been said by a leading medical missionary in Peshawar that, in his opinion, probably about one-half the children born in the country die before reaching the age of three years. There are no special pains exercised in the country to prevent such mortality, and the wandering and generally insatiant mode of life and the small attention paid to women and infants at childbirth account for the heavy infant mortality. CHICAGO DEFENDER --- Chicago Defender WORLD'S GREATEST WREEL R. S. ABBOTT, L.L. B., Editor and Publisher Founded May 6, 1906. Entered as second-class matter, February 1, 1906, at the Postoffice in Chicago, Ill., under act of March 5, 1879. CHICAGO—3159 State Street. Telephone Douglas 3339. LONDON—17 Green Street, Sharing Road, London, England, W. C. Address All Letters to The Chicago Defender. Anonymous Communications Will Not Be Noticed. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. (Payable in Advance.) One year $1.50 Six months 1.00 Three months 0.75 Foreign 2.50 One inch, one time..... $1.50 Special rates given on large or long-standing ads. 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A woman once there was who had The "gossip habit" very bad. From morning until night she would Rip up the entire neighborhood. And not a person, old or young. Escaped the fury of her tongue. And this is how each day she'd start Her information to impart: "They say the butcher's daughter May With her dad's chore boy ran away. And that just everybody knows Where Mrs. 'B' got her fine clothes." Then whispers loudly in her ear, "That traveling man who came last year." She died—there were no moans or sighs. Her headstone bore "Here still she LIES." RAILROADING TO THE ELECTRIC CHAIR. Governor Ben W. Hooper of Tennessee, in commuting the sentence of a criminal from electrocution to life imprisonment, gave as his reason that he believed the man had been simply "railroaded" to the chair. Of course this brought back a hot retort from the trial judge, A. B. Neil of Nashville, but the Governor was ready for him and told, through the newspapers, how this prisoner was a stranger in the state, had neither relatives, friends nor money. Being in jail, where he could not help himself or get counsel, naturally when his case was called he was utterly unprepared, and there he stood, helpless and undefended, charged with a crime that meant death. The judge went through the formality of appointing counsel, as required by law, but only a few hours had the lawyer to prepare his case, look up evidence, etc, so made no headway. He tried to get a continuance, but the judge denied it. The case, or rather the farce, went on, and the defendant was convicted. The jury found mitigating circumstances; but the judge, not giving the man a dog's chance, ignored this recommendation and sentenced him to death by electrocution. --- We hear the cry constantly from the Southerners: "Leave the colored man to us. We know best how to deal with him." This is a fair sample of how these inhuman brutes, posing as judges, mete out justice (?) to members of our race. It was such rank injustice the Governor had to protest and set aside the verdict. And they wonder why the criminal class of the race are shielded by their own. It is not because that they wish to encourage lawlessness, not because the culprit happens to be of their color, but because they know by bitter experience that, except in isolated cases, the prisoner, guilty or not guilty, has not the chance for his life a rat has thrown from a boat in midocean. Criminal laws were designed to punish the guilty, not the innocent, and to inflict upon the guilty penalties that are reasonable and just and not criminal and inhuman. The colored people of the South stand for this treatment only because they are ignorant and do not know their own strength; but they will not always be ignorant, and when their eyes are once open then will come the reckoning day. It is a true saying, "Every dog has his day," and the colored people happen to be the under dog today. But there will come a tomorrow—and then? THE GOOSE AND THE GANDER. TIME CHANGES EVERYTHING, and likewise what is good for the goose isn't always considered good for the gander. Not many months ago when the Mann, or "White Slave Act," was being applied to a certain person who was very much in the world's limelight, it was considered just and right, and every cog in the governmental machinery was moved to aid in the prosecution of the supposed offender. On the face of the thing it looked more like a case of persecution than prosecution. This Mann act, which had practically been a dead-letter law, was resurrected and applied with all the force and strength at their command. The "target" was guilty of doing no more than perhaps hundreds of others had done, but they were obscure, they were not a thorn in the side of the ambitions; sending them to prison would not boost their stock nor make them the world's greatest. So there was much to be gained by relegating this individual to the four walls of prison. Today, when he is far from the pale of persecution or prosecution, it is realized that the Mann act in its present inclusive form is bad in theory and worse in fact, and this all comes about because the law was about to be applied to one of their own. We quote from the Chicago "Tribune" of recent date: "The folly of the Mann 'White Slave Act' is once more illustrated. In the West it now seems to have been seized upon to wreak a grudge upon a popular actress, and with so little excuse that the district attorney, after interrogating the victim, at once dismissed the complaint. "This is, perhaps, the most offensive abuse of the law that has been attempted thus far, and it should emphasize for the benefit of Congress the evil and danger inherent in such a piece of indirect and disingenuous legislation. "A statute drastically penalizing interstate commerce in women, that is, a statute honestly directed at the white slave traffic between the states, 'The Tribune' heartily favors. But the Mann act, which attempts to make the Federal Government responsible for offenses wholly within the reach of the states, is a vicious instrument of blackmail and an excuse for the shirking of responsibility by local authorities and the local conscience." There is no gainsaying the fact that the "Tribune" is right, and we in our humble way contended this from the first, although we were taken to task many times for our seeming insistence. But we at all times stand for just prosecution, not persecution under any guise. The Mann act would have created no especial comment had it been generally applied previous to this case. A CLOSE CORPORATION SUCCESS IN THIS WORLD COMES not from advertising our failures or shortcomings, not by putting on a dejected air and bemoaning our fate because we are not getting what we think we should get, but by putting on a bold front even in the face of adversity, talking prosperity, acting prosperous. No one wants to deal with a concern that is about to go under or has that appearance. There is ever present in us a tendency to follow the crowd—even sometimes to our disadvantage. The man whose store is deserted while his neighbor across the street is doing a rushing business, may carry the best goods and have lower prices, but he is a grouch and a pessimist, and prospective customers keep as far away from him as they would from a man who had some dreadful disease. His competitor may be nearly swamped with debts, but he has a cheery disposition and keeps the unpleasant things to himself, realizing the world don't want your tears, but your smiles. Hence he prospers and is soon out of the woods financially, while his neighbor is either forced to close his doors or simply ekes out a bare living. So with our race proposition. We have been drifting along for the past fifty years displaying that injured, imposed-upon look, holding up to the public our every weakness and appealing for sympathy. It is all wrong, and there is nothing to be gained by it. Another fifty years could roll around and if we continued to practice these same tactics we would still be as far from our goal as we are today. You can toss a beggar what you choose and he is compelled to accept it; but the man who is in a position to demand gets the best there is to be had. The colored people are not wards of the nation, as the Indians are; nor do they wish to be so classed. Who was or was not responsible for our being here, is a question that little concerns us today. The fact remains that we are here, and to the number of 10,000,000, and the question isn't what are the whites going to do for us? But what are we going to do for ourselves? For the time being, at least, we should resolve ourselves into a close corporation, consider ourselves one vast firm, and get it firmly instilled into our minds that the success of one means the success of all. SLAVES TO FASHION. IT ISN'T A BIT TOO EARLY, apparently, for the merchants who deal in men's and women's wearing apparel to send out samples of the latest fabrics for Easter wear, together with an enticing letter in which is this trite statement: "Your credit is good." What magic words to the man or woman who give little thought to the saving up for a rainy day, but believe in letting each day take care of itself. To dress well is the height of some people's ambition and they go to any length and make any sacrifice in order to do so. "Making a front," as it is commonly called, has caused the downfall of many people, and the responsibility for this condition lies at the door of these "Your credit is good" firms. There are things that of necessity must be bought on time, but clothes happens not to be one of them. It shows very poor taste and still poorer judgment to put more than you can afford on your back. Live within your means. The poorest can look neat and clean. "Tis said, "Clothes make the man," but under these conditions clothes make the man keep his nose to the grindstone and make him overlook the essential things of life such as his home and his family. What the world thinks isn't so much as what you think about yourself. On Easter Sunday morning you will feel far better walking to church with a suit on your back that is paid for than to create a sensation by wearing fine clothes that you have paid but a dollar down on. Don't be a strainer. Buy stable clothes and you will always be in fashion, and, above all, wear nothing that you have not bought and paid for. REPRESENTATION IN THE COUNCIL. CHARLES GRIFFIN, who has been selected by the people of the Second Ward to run for Alderman on the Independent ticket, is a young man who should make a strong fight in the race, backed, as he will be, by the loyal supporters of Mr. Cowan, the churches and all who believe in representation of the race in the City Council. Never in the history of Chicago politics has there been such a strong movement to break away from the "gang" who promise everything before election, and forget immediately after election, and the "machinc" who hand out that stereotyped expression, "The time isn't ripe for one of your race to run—we'll take care of you later on." To have things done right you must do them yourself, and this holds true in politics. We may not always get what we want when we want it, but constantly pounding at the same thing brings results. It is argued that we are simply sacrificing a good man; that we are bucking against the powers that be; that our own people will not support one of their race. So be it. Yet we say some of our race slipped into important offices with all these handicaps, and what they have done others can do. It is painful to admit that we have members of our race who hold self above their race, who can be bought by money or the promise of position to raise their voice against a step in the great uplift work. And it is not the ignorant class, as one would suppose, who are guilty of this treachery. If trials and hardships are needed to make a perfect race, when we reach the goal we certainly will be the acme of perfection. THE PASSING OF THE GODMOTHER OF THE WRETCHED. Someone has said: "I feel more pity for those sitting still on the banks catching cold in their hearts, than for those having made the plunge who are fighting desperately to breast the stream." Gabriella Smith made the plunge into the stream of poverty and despair and dedicated her tremendous energies to the work of helping the old and infirm. Doubtless her life was a very happy one, redolent with such blessed charities in behalf of the old and needy of her race who had outlived their days of usefulness. Not with blatant horns did she announce her labors full of unselfishness and self-denial, but she greeted everyone just with a smile. She established herself as Godmother of the poor and wretched old of the city who were without friends, and sought food and shelter for them in the highways and byways, both night and day. What a monument she has made for herself in the hearts of those dear old people she so nobly succored throughout the years, giving up her own strength that they might live, until at last she has been gathered to her reward. Let us, too, revere her memory and help to perpetuate the labor she so nobly inaugurated in the "Old Folks Home." THE SOUTH CAROLINA LEGISLATURE is coming in for some sharp criticism from newspapers in all parts of the country on account of the laws they are enacting in their mad effort to hem in the colored people in the matter of their living quarters and as to where and how they shall work. The Knoxville, Ky., "Sentinel" voices the sentiments of hundreds of other editors when it says: "Such methods can lead to nothing good. The hope of the Negro is in economic independence, with which go self-respect, industry, intelligence, thrift and orderly family life. Those who want the Negro to become a criminal, a vagrant, a wanderer without home ties or reputation to sustain in his community, have only to pursue the paths opened by the South Carolina Legislature." This is the situation in a nutshell. Politicians, and only politicians, are at the bottom of this absolutely tyrannical legislation. How long are the decent people going to stand for misrepresentation? CHIEF OF POLICE GLEASON couldn't find room for an Afro-American policewoman, but was compelled to discharge a foreigner because she hadn't taken out her naturalization papers. Strange world, this. EVERY DAY IS FOURTH OF JULY IN MEXICO. Perhaps this statement would induce a lot of little boys to go there, but never boys big enough to belong to the Eighth Regiment. Well, for one reason, they're busy. SECRETARY OF THE NAVY DANIELS, in putting aside demands of a busy day, to go, accompanied by his sister-in-law, to the humble cottage to attend the funeral of a colored man, showed that he had a heart and that it is in the right place. WE OWN OR CONDUCT twenty-nine per cent of the farms of the South. Not so bad for a race who are just getting on their feet. IT MIGHT BE WELL TO KNOW that there have been about twenty two race representatives in the lower branch of Congress since the Civil War. THE POLITICAL POT has begun to simmer again—so the dear ladies can commence to primp up for the ice cream and cake parties that are sure to follow. A SOUTHERN PAPER wants to know if there is any reason why a statute of Robert E. Lee should not be erected in Washington. Did anyone rise to answer? CONTRARY TO THE USUAL ORDER OF THINGS, the man in the moon started in full last Wednesday evening. Most men start out sober and get full as the night rolls on. ONE SWALLOW DOES NOT MAKE SPRING. But two or three swallows (of the real thing) might cause a fall. 1909 DR.A. WILBERFORCE WILLIAMS TALKS ON Preventative Measures First Aid Remedies Hygienics and Sanitation NO CASES ARE DIAGNOSED AND NO PRESCRIPTIONS GIVEN IN THESE WEEKLY ARTICLES THE CAPTAIN OF THE MAN OF DEATH people as they have very little or very low vital resistance, and they very easily succumb to this disease. Corpulent or fat, flabby men with weak hearts, die very soon after contracting pneumonia. More men die of it than women. PNEUMONIA.-The captain of the Man of Death (pneumonia) is abroad in the land and is cutting down right and left, taking away men, women and children of all ages from the youngest to the oldest. This article will have more to say about the prevention of pneumonia than any of the other aspects. For centuries it has been the battlefield of the various and contending schools for the curability of the disease, but, we are pained to say that very little progress has been made along that line, and the death rate remains about the same. For instance, take a hundred cases of pneumonia, selected from all grades and conditions of life, including the various ages, from the youngest to the oldest, place these one hundred cases under our best, modern, approved method of treatment, and you may place dollars to doughnuts, as a sure winner, that from 20 per cent to 30 per cent or from 20 to 30 of these peo- Pneumonia is an acute inflammation of the lungs, infectious in character, due to the pneumonia germ. This disease is characterized by a severe chill, headache, chest pain or pain in the side, cough, difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath, fever, bloody-like expectorations, and great weakness and prostration. Pneumonia is no respecter of person and age. It is most severe in very young children from 2 to 5 years of age. It is very dangerous and deadly in alcoholics, those who have been in the habit of using whiskey and beer to any great extent. Nearly all heavy drinkers die in a few days after contracting pneumonia, from 75 to 90 per cent of them. It is very severe in old ple, will die within the first seven to ten days. So far, medical skill has not been able to find a sure cure of it. And for that reason, we feel that humanity can best be served by educating, instructing and urging the public at large to join the great army of social workers, in their efforts and methods of preventing this terrible disease. We are writing this article because we are right in the midst of the pneumonia season. Men, women and children are contracting this disease and are dying every day on the right and on the left when they should not die. The way to prevent the Captain of the Man of Death from visiting you is to keep your health up to a high standard. Avoid intemperance, be temperate in everything. Total abstinence is best as regards to alcoholics. Avoid undue exposure of ankles, chest, throat and body, especially after great fatigue from working or dancing. Some ladies are very sensitive from washing their hair, and going to bed with it wet before it is thoroughly dry. If your health is run down, and you are intemperate, if you have formed the habit of using a little beer, whisky or gin frequently to brace yourself up and to make you feel good, then you are undermining your health and making yourself more liable to contract pneumonia; and should you contract it, your chances of recovery are very doubtful. Avoid bad air. Don't work in stagnant, foul, dirty air. If the place you are working is insanitary, the air moist, stuffy, and bad, complain to your employer and to the Department of Health. Let us urge upon you to move out of damp, dark and dirty basements, and again let us urge upon you to live in fresh air, moving or circulating air, night and day. Sleep with your windows open and you will not contract colds or pneumonia. Remember that pneumonia is not due to "cold" but to a germ. Eating. Don't stuff or overload your stomach with rich foods. East moderately of mixed diet; get into the habit of using more fruits and cereals of mornings. More vegetables and soups at your dinner meals. Too rich, red meats are not good for the system. They tend to generate poisons and often aid in bringing on pneumonia. Take plenty of time to eat, to masticate your food. BOARD OF HEALTH NOTES. The one great purpose of quarantine in all cases of contagious disease is protection for the well. It is fully understood that all persons who come in contact with a diphtheria patient must not mingle with the other members of the family, nor with the outside public. This rule applies alike, of course, to the nurse or attendant and to the members of the family that nurse the patient, should a trained nurse not be employed. This is why on his first visit the health officer will take a culture of all such members of the family if the attending doctor has not already done so, and only those found to be free from infection of any kind will be allowed to leave the house while the case is running except under conditions noted later in this article. In all cases of diphtheria the contagion continues, or is present until a laboratory examination of cultures taken shows that there are no diphtheria germs present. This means that the quarantine period will run from two or four weeks and in some cases even longer. During this period the quarantine officer will call from time to time to see that the requirements for safety are complied with. During the time a house is under quarantine the school children in the family are not permitted to attend school unless they room and board away from home, and they must be examined and found to be free from germs of the disease before they can leave their homes to live elsewhere. In all cases where the patient and trained attendants can be isolated in one or more rooms and where they can be supplied with food and other necessities without being obliged to leave the room or rooms under quarantine; and if no article or utensils be permitted to be taken from the room unless it has been thoroughly disinfected the other members may be permitted to go and come as they like. Of course, before this privilege is granted, well members of the family must have been examined and found free from infection of any kind. In no case either can the children be allowed to attend school or go to places of public assembly. The nurse or attendant must not leave the rooms under quarantine without first thoroughly washing face and hands and removing outer robe, gown or garment, worn in the sick room. They will also be allowed to leave the house for air and exercise, not to exceed one hour each day, provided that on examination, cultures from their throats, to be taken by the attending physician every fourth day, show negative, and provided they wash their face and hands, change their outer clothing, and if possible, leave and enter the house by a door not used by other members of the family. While out for air and exercise the attendant must not enter places of business, use public conveyances nor visit any place of public assembly. In cases where a trained nurse or attendant cannot be had, but where the patient and the member attending the same can be isolated from the well members of the family, practically the same rules apply, except that the one attendant upon patient must under no circumstance leave the house except by special permission of the Department of Health. The rules and regulations given in this and the two preceding articles cover the essential things that you should know and do should you have a case of diphtheria in your house.