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COLORED SOLDIERS MUST RIDE JIM CROW LATEST NEWS If You See It In The Defender It's So COLORE RAILROAD DEFENDE Conley Map Conley Not to Be Crucified in Frank Mur Friends of Factory Superintendent Convoy Phagan Use Every Unfair Means and Intimidation to Fasten Horrible Cr American Who Was the Main Witness of the Defense in Famous Atlanta C World. SUPERIOR COURT REFUSES But Signs Bill of Exceptions, Thus Allowed to the State Supreme Court.—by Anna Carter Charging That She W in James Conley's Food.—Jews Raised and Put Blame on Innocent Man. AFRO-AMERICANS DO NOT EVEN RAISE Conley Not to Be Crucified in Leo Frank Murder Case Friends of Factory Superintendent Convicted of Murdering Mary Phagan Use Every Unfair Means and Stoop to Bribery and Intimidation to Fasten Horrible Crime on Innocent Afro-American Who Was the Main Witness Against Him.—Tricks of the Defense in Famous Atlanta Case the Sensation of the World. SUPERIOR COURT REFUSES NEW TRIAL. But Signs Bill of Exceptions, Thus Allowing the Ruling to Be Applied to the State Supreme Court.—State Introduces Affidavit by Anna Carter Charging That She Was Asked to Put Poison in James Conley's Food.—Jews Raise Millions to Free Frank and Put Blame on Innocent Man. Afro-American church or society raised a cent to free an innocent man of the race from the jaws of death, or even raise its voice in protest. The fact that it is evident beyond a shred of doubt that Conley is not guilty ought to have spurred men and women to come to his rescue and be a part of those loyal friends of justice and right in proving how the white Bourban South will blame a member of the race for murder, though he be innocent. --- VOL. IX., NO. 19. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Atlanta, Ga., May 8—Despite all efforts to put the blame on James Conley, an Afro-American, who is accused of the killing of Mary Phagan, Judge Ben H. Hill, of the Fulton County Superior Court, denied the extraordinary motion for a new trial for Leo. M. Frank, the young white superintendent under sentence of death for the murder of Mary Phagan, a factory case has been one of the lee annals of criminology, in subterfuge, bribery, conspiracy, false confessionsation has been brought into connect the poor innocent can, who, as a witness in convicted Frank. It is said tive W. J. Burns went to aid after remaining several witnesses and afidavits that the murder was com an Afro-American. Anna is used by the defense in declared that Conley had the Phagan murder to her, her woman was arrested and of robbery, and while in jail, and while walking past cell block, she was offered a put a dangerous drug in food. When this afidavit e public it proved a thunder against the defense. Allen, in an affidavit, told of ed efforts on the part of DeBurns and his agents in Chigget him to swear he had heard confess to the murder of Mary Allen was taken to Chicago subjected to third degree tactics upted with piles of greenbacks r away the life of Conley. Dr. a leading white doctor, visited and Frank Reese, a "trusty" Wren urged Conley to confess me and that in a year or so he be let loose and a huge sum of would be given him. Miss Chamber, a witness for the deproduced an affidavit in which id agents for the Burns' DeAgency had endevoted to ter leave town, once by an offer nay and once by an offer to harry Dr. Wren, who visited the jail frequently to get Conley to own that he committed the murder. Twenty-one affidavits were offered by Solicitor Dorsey alleging bribery and attempts of bribery on the part of the defense. Dan Lehon, who is southern agent for Detective Burns' agency, was held for the grand jury to answer for his methods in procuring evidence for Frank's attorneys. Every move made was conclusive that Frank's lawyers were determined to convict this innocent Afro-American man, and it is reported that over a million dollars were raised to free Frank and lay the crime at the war of Conley. While the Jews were raising this sum to defend Frank, not an Chicago Defender WORLD'S GREATEST WEEKLY RAISE VOICE IN PROTEST. RACE WOMEN MAKE GOOD SHOWING IN SUFFRAGE PARADE Mrs. Miller Proudly Carries Banner and Little Lylie Lewis Makes Hit as "Uncle Sam"—ida B. Wells-Barnett Only Commandant. By Viola E. Hill. The race women made an excellent showing in the suffrage parade last Saturday. Over three hundred took part. Mrs. Goins, the vice-president of the Political Study Club, marshaled the women under the Progressives, under Mrs. Medill McCormick; while Mrs. Crawford, the president of the Oloha Political Club, was assistant to Mrs. Harold Ickes of the Progressives. Mrs. Gillmer of the Thirtieth ward assembled the women of her ward and marched under the banner of the Woman's Party of Cook County. Mrs. Ida B. Wells-Barnett, president of the Alpha Suffrage Club, was the only Afro-American commandant in the parade. Mrs. Miller bore proudly the banner of the Alpha Suffrage Club all the way of the line of march. Little Lyle Lewis, dressed as Uncle Sam, was a novel feature of the day. He was cheered loudly from the grand stand, and Governor Dunne returned his salute. After the parade several of the members of the Alpha Suffrage Club attended the banquet at the Hotel La Salle, where their president was among the speakers. The women received compliments from Mesdames George Bass, Medill McCormick, Grace Wilbur Trout, Henrotin and others. Indeed, all Chicago should be proud of the impression that they made, and of the significance of their unity in the parade. CLOSER SUPERVISION OF RESTAURANTS According to the health bulletin, Chicago restaurants hereafter will be under closer supervision of the health department. For new eating places the department requires plans in detail showing lighting, ventilating and opportunity for sunlight in kitchens, waste disposal and washroom and toilet provisions. Special inspectors are checking upon established restaurants and many changes are being ordered. Whites Buried Free—Afro-Americans at One Cent Each. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Dallas, Texas, May S.—It will be information to know that while it costs like smoke to live in Dallas, it costs nothing to die, and just about the same amount to get under terra firma. Just last week the county commissioners awarded the contract to a white firm of undertakers to bury pauperized whites in this county free; while the contract was awarded the People's Undertakers, a race firm, to do the act for the Afro-American pauper for the munificent sum of one cent each. And thus the high cost of living seems to stop in Dallas at the grave. OLD FOLKS HOME RECEIVES $425.00 FROM BIG DANCE Amateur Minstrel Club Meets at Appomattox Club and Report of Recent Entertainment for Deserving Institution Is Made. The Report in Detail and a Suggestion. Friday night the Amateur Minstrel Club met at the Appomattox Club and turned over to the officials of the Home for the Aged and Infirm Colored People four hundred and twenty-five dollars, the results of the show and dance given for their benefit Easter Monday night. The magnificent sum turned over to the Home represents the entire amount realized from the entertainment except $27.80, which the club retained as a working balance for next year. The club's report is as follows: Receipts, $615.62; expenses. $162.82. George M. Turner, secretary of the home, has issued the following letter to the public: The Letter "On behalf of the management of the Home for Aged and Infirm, I wish to make public acknowledgment of the receipt of $425 from the Amateur Minstrel Club, being the net receipts of their Easter entertainment. We are grateful not alone because it came at such an opportune moment, but also because the support given this magnificent body of men by the public shows the gradual development of the idea that Christianity and charity go hand in hand; and we are trending in the wake of the Jewish people whose magnificent system of charities are the admiration of the civilized world." A Suggestion. The Amateur Minstrel Club stands out as the only organization that regularly aids the Old Folks Home and the public has attested its approval by its generous patronage. A careful reading of the report shows $144.50 contributed by the members, besides their time and labor. They are all hard working men, many of them married men, and that item alone entitles them to the highest praise. Experts could not minimize the expenses any more and if in the future they retain in their treasury the actual working basis of their next entertainment the home will be as thankful for the balance and the public as well pleased. Afro-American Bureau of Charities. At this meeting a committee of six was appointed to draft resolutions for an organization of the Afro-Americans of Cook County, to protect and provide for the race institutions and the poor, who are dependent upon the public for their existence. The following gentlemen were selected to meet at the residence of Mr. Blinga, 3224 Vernon avenue. Mr. Jesse Blinga, chairman; Maj. R. R. Jackson, Mr. Julius Taylor, Mr. Wm. Jackson, Mr. Frank Waring, Mr. Chas. S. Washington. CHICAGO, MAY 9, 1914 S MUS PAY M GIRL C Atlanta f HAMPTON TO HAVE RARE MUSICAL TREAT Harry T. Burleigh in Recital.— —Hampton Choral Union.— —Hampton Institute Chorus of 800 Voices. By a Staff Correspondent [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Hampton, Va., May S.—Harry T. Burleigh, the well known baritone soloist of St. George's Church, New York, and composer of fifty songs, two festival anthems, a set of six short piano pieces on Southern themes, and a volume of plantation songs, will appear in recital at the Hampton Institute gymnasium on Wednesday evening, May 20, at eight o'clock, under the auspices of the Hampton Choral Union, which consists of all the choirs of the Hampton churches. Harry T. Burleigh will be assisted by the Hampton Institute chorus of 800 voices, the Hampton Institute choir, the Hampton Choral Union, Prof. William O. Tessman, who is in charge of the Hampton Institute cadet band, and R. Nathaniel Dett, director of music at the Hampton School. ARKANSAS HOPES FOR GOOD IN RAILROAD DAYS Booker T. Washington's Efforts to Secure Better Railroad Accommodations in the South Meets With Hearty Approval—Little Rock Correspondent Declares Change Much Needed in That Section. Special to The Chicago Defender. Little Rock, Ark., May 8.—The request of Dr. Booker T. Washington that June 7th and 8th be set apart by the Afro-Americans of this country as Railroad Day, on which days they will meet and appoint a committee to wait upon railroad officials petitioning for better railroad accommodations, strikes a most responsive chord in this section. People in this state regard the effect of Dr. Washington to secure better railroad accommodations for the race as one of the most beneficent acts of his life. In this section accommodations for Afro-Americans are becoming worse rather than better, and in most instances the accommodations are really abominable. Only last Wednesday many men and women were forced to stand up after paying full fare on the Cotton Belt railroad returning to their homes from this city where they had come to attend the funeral of Rev. Merchison in this city. They were only furnished a small compartment, a partitioned off portion of the white smoking coach. The people of the South are hopeful that their brothers in the North will follow the call of Dr. Washington and observe the days set as Railroad Days in an effort to assist those south of the Mason and Dixon line to secure the accommodations they pay for. Strong as he was with the race in this section. Dr. Washington's efforts to secure proper railroad accommodations for his race in the South has made him all the stronger and popular. The Afro-Americans of the South appeal to their brothers in the North to co-operate with Dr. Washington for better railroad accommodations. --- MILLINER AND MODISTE TO GO ABROAD. Trio of Chicago Matrons to Spend Their Vacations in Old World Cities. Miss Madeline R. McFarland-James, 4746 State street; Mrs. Carrie Morgan, 4402 Langley avenue, and Mrs. Crystal Harris, 1948 Walnut street, will spend their vacations abroad. They will go to New York, where they will be joined by Mrs. McFarland's cousin, Miss Lilly G. Ruffin of Newark, N. J. Miss McFarland will study new ideas in millinery while in Paris, while Miss Ruffin will study the latest Parisian gowns. Mrs. Morgan will chaperone the party while abroad. GERMANS TO SEE THAT AFRICANS GET SQUARE DEAL Protest Over Attempt to Oust Natives in Duala Causes Secretary of the Colonies to Order an Exhaustive Investigation.—Reichstag Divided Over Question. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Berlin, May S.—The secretary for the colonies has decided to send out a special commission to investigate conditions at Duala, the seaport of the German colony at Kamerun in Africa. A storm of protest has arisen in Germany against the alleged highhanded proceedings of the colonial authorities of Kamerun, who wish to dispossess the entire native population of Duala in order to establish there a purely European quarter with sanitation and other modern improvements. It is said that this cannot be done so long as the natives with their wretched huts and other insanitary modes of life occupy a considerable part of the ground needed for the white settlement. Compelled to Settle on Plague Spot. The reichstag, which has been asked to appropriate $500,000 to compensate the natives, does not object in principle to dispossession of them, but members of the budget committee protest strongly against the manner in which dispossession heretofore has been carried out. The natives have declared that the colonial authorities gave them but a pittance of what their lots are worth and that the new site on which they were compelled to settle was a plague spot compared to their old homes. In deference to the public demand for a just and humane treatment of the natives, the secretary of the colonies finally decided to have an exhaustive report made to him upon the whole matter. To Hear Both Sides. The commission which he appointed will proceed soon to Kamerun to hear the native side of the controversy as well as that of the local authorities. The friends of gentle and humane methods in the treatment of the natives are also pleased with the report that Baron von Rechenberg, formerly governor of German East Africa, has been nominated for the rechstag in a district where he is sure to be elected. His administration in East Africa was marked by zealous efforts to protect the natives from all high-handed methods on the part of the German planters. General von Liebert also a former governor of East Africa and a leading exponent of stalwart policies in the colonies, has just lost his seat in the rechstag, having failed of re-election after having been unseated because of irregularities. HOME EDITION CROW REASED NOW ON s of Silver ers Should insioned After Years' Service in the Railroad and Pullman Service.— Continuous Service of the Most Exacting and Makes Nervous Wrecks of the Hardiest Men Unfit for Work in Chicago. WITHOUT SLEEP OR FOOD. un From Chicago to New York, Chicago s Without Changes.—The Engineer and sequently and Have Four and Five Days' companies Should Pay Better Wages and s. R. R. Porters Should Be Pensioned After 25 Years' Service The Hardest Worked Men in the Railroad and Pullman Service.—Quarter Century Continuous Service of the Most Exacting Kind Breaks Down and Makes Nervous Wrecks of the Hardiest of Them.—Over 500 Men Unfit for Work in Chicago. LONG RUNS WITHOUT SLEEP OR FOOD. The Terrible Grind of a Run From Chicago to New York, Chicago to California or Texas Without Changes.—The Engineer and Firemen Change Frequently and Have Four and Five Days' "Lay-off."—Rich Companies Should Pay Better Wages and Pension Old Employes. 1. L Twenty-five years is long enough for a railroad man to be in active service. A man who has given twenty-five of his best years to railroading, should be honorably released by the railroads and given a pension. No man connected with the railroad or the Pullman Company does more work or serves with greater diligence and zeal than the porter. It has been his courtesy, tact, kindness and real laborous work that has made travelling a comfort and pleasure. Railroad companies have grown rich and powerful and the porter has stuck "right to the helm." Becomes Physical Wreck Night after night, traveling such distances as from Chicago to New York, Chicago to California and Texas, without rest and oftimes good food. Train late and accidents causing delay, he is doubled back without rest—he in twenty years becomes broken down, a nervous and physical wreck. Over 500 ex-railroad men are unfit for duty because they have given over thirty years of their life to railroad work. The Engineer's Case. An engineer has it far more easy than the porter. He runs a train a certain distance and will get a four or five day lay off. He walks to his cab, dons his uniform and all he has to do is man his engine by the stroke of a muscle or a press of the fingers—his work is done and power does the rest. Then, too, he has an assistant, the fireman who is right at his left. Engineers by their light physical duty live to a ripe old age, but within a time limit they are pensioned. At the expiration of twenty-five years' duty on the police force, officers are released and pensioned; surely the railroad porter should be treated likewise. Let the railroad companies be more humane, let the Pullman Company have some sympathy toward the porter who has helped to make them. R. R. Commissions are waking up and looking conditions square in the face. Out in California a commission reports that the Pullman employees are inattentive to its patrons because salaries are too small and that porter's wages are too small. The commission seeks to remedy these injustices. Commission's Report. "it," says the report, "it be found that its rates are generous and that this company is merely mean, and that, the American public is dealing not only justly but generously with this institution, which, in its turn, deals unjustly and niggardy with its employees, then the American public certainly should be justified in it least dispensing with the generosity and limiting this company, conducting itself as it is, to the barest amount that the cold consideration of justice warrants it in securing. "The Pullman company attempted to make this commission believe that the wages it pays its employees are proper, and that it did not expect its employees to secure money from the public. It is hard for us to determine which should be criticized the more, the attitude of the company in its action in this regard, or its suppositions that it could make this commission believe a thing which every one knows is not true. "This commission would accept with better grace a frank statement from the general manager of this company to the effect that this company believes the public will tip and therefore it does not feel that it should be required to pay its porters a proper wage. It may be all right for persons to reward particularly good service with some gratitude—upon this, of course, we do not pass—but the Pullman Company forces its patrons to be generous or not get service." Other conditions which the company will be asked to improve are the reported necessity of tipping conductors to secure lower berths, the making up of berths so early in the morning by porters as to disturb passengers unnecessarily, and the charge that porters neglect women passengers to dance in attendance on the men, who are more liberal with tips. ELKS PREPARE FOR 9TH ANNUAL BALL. Large Committee of Arrangement Endeavoring To Excel All Previous Efforts in Event Thursday Evening, May 14. If the ideas of the committee numbering fifty or more are carried out the ninth annual ball of Great Lakes Lodge No. 43, I. B. P. O. E. W., at the Coliseum Annex Thursday evening, May 14, will be the most enjoyable one in its history. Henry (Teenan) Jones heads the committee, and that past master in the art of entertaining is not overlooking anything for the pleasure of the large crowd that usually turns out when the Elks make merry. A tango contest, in which all of the local celebrities will take part, is scheduled to take place at 10:30 p. m. sharp. The entire Eighth Regiment band will furnish the music. Many friends of the order from nearby towns are expected to attend. Fred Slaughter and a large number from Milwaukee will arrive in the afternoon. They will attend the ball in a body and will remain in town until the next afternoon. Everyone is wondering who is going to lead the grand march, as it has been noised around that there is a spirited rivalry for the much coveted honor. From present indications all roads will lead to the annex Thursday night and you will be the exception and not the rule if you are not one of the crowd. WHERE IS MRS. MARIE ADAMS? Friends are anxious to locate Mrs. Marle Adams. She is of the Creole type. When last heard of she was soliciting orders for a hair straightener and toilet articles. It is to her advantage that she be located at once. wobe NY g é‘ ¢ }oo44.0CU* RS OU OU LK (Ws eonpe SS Rh [eet Millinery PERL [ype re L SEPRINGS Se Jha eS, ul —f $3.00 co Tango a Sailor die Hats — In allcolors . . . 98c $5.00 trimmed hats, mid-| summer wear, all the new effects. Special . . $1.98 Take a peek at our windows _———_— LINCOLN MILLINERY 3218 STATE GPEN EVERY NIGHT PAGE TWO Young Man Raised By White Family Followed to Grave By Members cf Both Races—Fire Department Honors Comrade— Family Pays Tribute. Henry Sunbart, aged 29, better known #s Smiler Hogan, the name of his adopted parents, a meniber of En- gine Co. No, 21, Chicago Fire Depart- ment, who died April 29, was buried Saturday with all the pomp that the department loves to accord its de- ceased members. Headed by MeAu- ! ae aa 7 Ci; “Vaeae Ry sea? Sean co ee SO ee ee Sela, - hee wre Alt e al alae aa ee tC Mie nacre Freteh: ner aint omar Per Rind . UNA Wea Bae as os TE oa ee Pecunia conn aR AEE OE a PE S2e GN Seen eaa hp me Cpa Henry Suntart (Smiler Hogan), Is Mourned By Many Friends of Both Races. i's baud of thirty pieces, and eighty members of the department in’ uni- form the curtexe attracted musual attention as it wended its way from his late residence, 2250) Dearborn Street, to St. Monica's Roman Catho- lie churel, Dearkorn and 2Gth street. Ht was hard to determine whether the deceased was aun Afro-American or a Caucasian, as the carriages were Wed vith mourners of both races. Father® John Morris conducted the services at the chureh- and the re- mains were interred at Mount Olivet cemetery. ‘The aetive pallbearers, members of "21" were Lieut. John Wickcliff, Mat- thew Grecn, J. Jnekson, Wm, Ram- sey, Hudson, and Charles Ellington. The honorary pallbearers were Cap- lain McHale, James Harris, Cross, Charles Jones. George Jones and New: ton Curry, Henry’ Sunbart’s life reads like a romance. Practically abandoned at the age of ten years, for he knew no home or parents, he was found and reared by a white family. allied with fire Interests, and he chose the work of a fireman as his life work. The Hoguns, who took him in are a well- to-do pioneer Chicago family, who have resided at 2212 Dearborn street for over 40 years. To this home they took "the friendless boy. Along with their own children he was sent to school and here he resided until he married a few years ago, and moved to his own home in the same block. When he was 22 he joined the Fire Department, serving with honor w- til his death. AU the Hogan residence when a reporter called on Monday the deep- est grief was apparent, W. H, Ho- ran, the well known fire adjuster, his wife, and Mrs. M. A. Mogan, his mother, spoke in tender terms of tha deceased. They praised him for nis devotion to them throughout his life, and the respect and sympathy — of every one during bis illness and dlecth. “‘Smiler's’ death caused keen re- xret in this family,” said Mr. Hogan. “We mourn his loss as we would one of our own." They were ex- tremely grateful to the members of Engine Company No. 21, who in poirs attended the family from the hour of his death, Another incident that pleased them was that when the funeral passed Insurance Patrol No. ——, at 28rd and State streets, the members stood at attention, as did Hattalion Chief John Mahoney and his fourteen men, when they passed 31st street. ‘The love of this family for the de- parted one 4 further attested in their care of his widow, Mrs. Beatrice Sun- bart. who Is more often found at the family home than at her own, up the street, Mr. John Hogan, another son, a wealthy horse dealer of Lexington, Ky., who came to the city to attend the funeral, left for his home Sunday a : *¥ ‘The deceased was noted as an ath- lete and gave $25 to the Y. M. C. A. fund. Lake Forest, IN, May 8.—The serv- jews preached Sunday by Rev. Brown, were largely attended and highly appreciated. He preached the third of his series of sermons. There were no services held at the Meth- odist Church Sunday. Mr. Charles Stewart spent a part of last week in the city of Chicago with his brother. Miss Thelma Cordell of Highland Park was in the city Friday evening. Mrs. Esther Smith, who has been ii, was out Sunday and everyone was glad to see her well again. Miss Elizabeth Adams and Mr. Theodore Tives spent last week in Lake Forest with Miss Helen Tives. Mrs. Cora Franks at- tended church in Chicago Sunday. The wife of Rev. Brown and her lit- tle daughter Thelma were out to church Sunday, Mr. Wilbur Twiggs of Evanston spent Friday evening in this city. A very excellent programme was rendered Friday evening at the First Baptist Church and many were present. Mr, Clarence Turman has re- inrned to Like Forest. Don't forget to call up 53&r if you have any news for this paper. Miss Fannie Boyd of Waukegan was in Lake Forest Sun- Ane: IDAB. WELLS-BARN- TRIBUNE--DISRE- Protests Because Newspaper Calls 70-Year-Old Civil War Veteran “Boy and Darkey” and Intimates a Journal of Its Lit- erary Standing Should Cease --Using the Offensive Word and | to Spell Negro With a Capital ; N If Such a Word Must Be Used. ranean CARTOON | WITH ATTITUDE OF U.S. An Interesting Exchange of Letters Between Noted Race Leader and Great Metropolitan Daily—Subject ef Correspondence Well Known Hyde Park Resident. Mrs. Ida B, Wells-Barnett, president of the Negro Fellowship League and foremost among the leaders of the race, has taken the Chicago Tr‘bune to task for its disregard for the race. In its issue of April 29th appeared an item relative to the death of Charles Boyeu, aged 7U years, a well known Myde Park newsllealer. Jn this item the Tribune spoke of the deceased as a “Boy” and “Aged Darkey.” Mrs. Barnett,s incensed at the terms, ob- jected in no uncertain language. Mrs. Barnett's Tart Letter. Chieagu, April 29, 1011. Editor Tritmne. Dear Stee Phe cartoon an tedas’s pa ver by “ohn. Mecuteheun iitistrates (steiking pete “of cue Calted. Stites Govermment—Uhete Samy un Front, des elating that perce and order mus be te Stored in Mexia: Colomado, indie. rear, ia state uf civil wits, meaning that the country is bie enough’ und broad enough: to nike and “Keep” perce “abroad, ut eauaot di Se withia It awn borders, We are’ prepared to goto War WIL any ove frmment for the protection of oir citi fens Abrowd, “Wat! cannot “protect. them AU home. This Inconslstenee bexun when uur country decided Tome. age. Unt the Negro, thetuh a eltizen, had ng. vights that this government wis hound tonnes Sstwet, and by repealing the civil rights Raw 1oft him iy the tender morcles of the chlo iv any state which chooses tu Iyneh hin, 1 wonder if we realiae Ut this cation pet omy Is reaphne what ht has sSowed, but Unit this anomalous condi= tion wi ain Just so" Tong ax public sentiment ‘ig silerit, At Home and Abroad. || Men 8 mob in Oklibums ean Ine a Wwoniin without merey because she killed “a white nan defending her honor, mins lives: Will “have to. We. sacrificed.” Belore ‘this nation strengthens the Weal place Jn its armor, Mustrated by Me. MeCuteh ‘vor’s cartoon. The duy: must come when Teimust be just as ‘sate to be a citizen of the United States at hume as if is t0 he one abroad. ‘AS a strikinige Mustration of the cheap regard for which i certain class of the citizens of the United Stutes are resarded at home, J bey to quote this notice, which Appeared ty the esuanns of “ENS AVoTeS Greatest Newspaper" today: "Charley Boxee, a stooped, ol Negro newsbox, who kept the Tribune stand at osalte ‘ial, Sith street and Harper avenue (formerly Hosalle avenue), “died yesterday in. hs home, M431 Fast “sith “street. He" was seventy’ Yeurs old and a. veleran of the elvil War. For years the axed darkey tnd & monypuly of the news-vending a€ that corner. Falthfulness Deserves Respect. Ik may be, Mr. Editor, that the same sort of it notice would have been given to any other civil war veteran who had heen i faithful worker for this journal, Wut the rexder docs not remember any~ Where to deve read “an obituary notice Which so defeated the vers object for whieh It was presumably” published—that Foc commanding respect. for fanthtal at= tention to duty The race Mr. Boxee represented thinks his faithfulness at least, demanded that mention of him should be as respectful and dignitied as ‘the interests he repre- sented, and that It is an indignity. to calla seventy-Sear-old man "box," and tien audding insult to, Injury’ by referring tw him as"an aged “durkey." ‘The Nexto Felolwship League ts as Jealous “of this “daily Journal's literars standing as uf its mee's dienlty when ie iesints UAL the” spelling of the ‘Word Nesro with a small nv and. the. use of Uwe word “darkey" and “Nexress” shoud iw as offensive ta one as to the ather. ‘This may seem a small matter toa lanes number “of readers. but it is a part Of the great whole, and, after ali, there 13 only a ditterence in degree between tak ine’ a’ man's self-respect sind) tasing. is Very trely, yours, IDA_B. WRLLS-BARNETT. The Tribune's Reply. Mrs, Ida Tt, Wells-Barnett, 20g ‘Sonth State street, ‘ChieitRo, Dear Madam: 1 beg to thank you for your cotirteaus letter calling our attention iw the Mom ‘relating to the death. of Charley Hoyee, T want” to asstire you. that this Item ‘was printed Ina spirit of Fourteous friendliness and sympainy, and it ald “not occur to me that any one ‘could question the manner in-which the facts were presented, Iam sire No one here thouxht that in calling him i "news: hoy" or an “aged darkoy" that we were casting the slightest aspersion on him, 1 have, however, called the attention of the vits editor to your criticism. Yours respectful, B.S. BECK, Managing Editor. Charles Boyce, the subject of the above correspondence, died at his res- idence, 1451 East 57th street, Tuesday, April 28th, For years he was a news- dealer having a stand at s7th and Rosalie court and was well known throughout Hyde Park. MEMPHIS BUSINESS MEN MEET. Memphis, Tenn., May 8—(Special.) ~The [.ocal Business League of this city was addressed Monday evening by Ralph W. Tyler, the national or- Sanizer for the National Business League. There was a very large at- tendance and great interest taken in the address. Mr. Tyler, who has just completed a tour of Florida and Texas, is now on a tour of Tennessee. His tour of this state began at this city. B, M. Roddy, cashfer of the Solvent Savings Bank and Trust Co., is pres- ident of the local league. The league members showed Mr. Tyler every courtesy while in the city and his visit has stimulated business men. here. BEATRICE LEE MAKES HIGHEST AVERAGE. Miss Beatrice Lee, daughter of Pro- fessor and Mrs, Samuel I, Lee of 5259 Dearborn street had unusual success in her sophomore year at the Univer- sity of Chicago in that she made the highest average of her entire class, securing “A” in all of her studies. This unusually brilliant young lady who bids fair to make her mark in advanced studies is one of the leading social lights of the city, THE CHICAGO DEFENDER GEORGE W. JONES, MUSI- CIAN, PASSES AWAY. Dies At His Home in Monmouth Aft- er Several Months’ lIitness— Studied in Chicago. Special to The Chicago Defender. Monmouth, Ill, May 8—George W. Jones, a former Kirkwood boy and well known to many here, passed away at his home in Monmouth Mon- day, April 20, after an illness of sev- eral months of‘lung tronble. He had many friends here who knew and respected him and will be sorry to Tearn of the death of this talented young man. George W. Jones was born in Mon- mouth September 11, 1885, and has made his home there practically all his life, excepting the five years which he lived in Kirkwood and the time he has been away teaching, He attended the public schools in this city and was u graduate of the Kirkwood High School with the class of 1904. He was a born musician and started his mu- sieal career when a young boy. He studied from teachers in this city and Burlington, after which he accepted a fine position as musical instructor in the Knox College at Knoxville, Tenn. For three years he was em- ployed in the same position at the Witherforee College near Xenia, Ohio. After completing his work at Wil verforce he went to Chicago, where he held several positions. For a time he was engaged in Chautauqua work, traveling with Carl Lindgreen. He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Jones, and he also leaves many relatives and friends. The funeral services were held Wednesday after- noon from the Calvary Baptist Church of Monmouth, with Rev. E. 1. Scruggs in charge. The interment ‘was made in the Monmouth cemeterr. A.M.E. CHURCH RAISES $50,122.69 FOR FOREIGN MISSIONS Special to The Chicago Detender, New York, May $.—One of the most important sessions of the Foreign Mis- sion Board of the African Methodist Episcopal Church was held here April 24, presided over by Bishop C. S. Smith, and the report of Secretary J. W. Rankin, D. D., showed that the people are becoming more and more interested in the cause of missions. Roll cail showed the following pres- ent: Revs, A. 1. Murray, Jersey City, N. J; 8. S. Morris, Richmond, Va.; C. S$. Williams. Cincinnati, 0.; N. J. Me- Cracken, Chicago, I; N. C, Buren, St. Joseph, Mo.; W. D. Johnson, Plains, Ga.; D. H. Johnson, Abbeville, S. C.; J. W. Washington, New Orleans, La.; J. A. Lindsay, Memphis, Tenn.; R. S. Jenkins, Ft. Worth, Tex.; A. S. Harris, Cocoa. Fla.; C. R. Tucker, Oklahoma City, Okla.; T. A. Smythe, Chicago, Nl; Mrs, L. L. Turner, Atlanta, Ga.; Mrs. Mary F, Handy, Baltimore, Md. Among the visitors introduced were Bishops Evans Tyree, D. D., Nashville, Tenn; W. H. Heard, D. D., West Af- rica; Prof. W. S. Scarborough, preei- dent Wilberforce University, Ohio; Rishop H. M. Turner, Rey. B. W. Arn- nett, pastor Bethel A, M. E. Church; Charles Stewart, Secretary Rankin reviewed the work in West Africa, and reported in full the conditions in which he found it hy his personal observation. Dr. Rankin's report showed that there had been collected in the past 12 months for foreign missions, $50,- 122.69; for home missions, $29,341.77; the largest amount ever raised in the history of the department. On the foreign flelds there had been expended $45,555.80, Mrs. Mary F. Handy, president of the Woman's Parent Mite Missionary Society, and Mrs. L. 1. Turner, presi- dent of Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Societies, rendered their reports through Secretary Rankin. GLENCOE, ILL. Glencoe. I, May S—The Ton- saint L. Overture Club gave a supper which was a success. Mrs. Sadie Rankin is indisposed this week, Mrs, Sebron is better. Mrs. Evelyne Saw- yer left this week for Benton Harbor, Mich. her new home. Mr. Carson and De Vaul took the civil service exam- ination this week. Well, Malony gets the job at $100 per. Take notice voter. Not yet but soon—asphalt streets. Mr. and Mrs. W, D. Jones were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Mar- ion Jones at Libertyville last Sunday. NORTH SIDE NEWS By Earl Gordon, Five big features for the north side dancing, academy. No. 1, refresh- ments will be served free. No. 2, Ar. Joe Haskins will introduce the 1914 37. T. T, two-step. No. 3 will be the new tango by Alfonzo and partner. No. 4, a cut glass prize will be given to the one holding lucky number. No. 5 wil! be every person that attends the school will appear In The Defen- der. Don’t fail to come ani meet the north, south, west and Evanston peo- ple. South side transportation—take Northwestern Ravenswood L, get off at Division street, MISS MARTHA BAILEY RECEIVES DIPLOMA. The many friends of Miss Martha Bailey of Flint, Michigan, were glad to hear of the high praise given her by Mme. Burnam, when she received her diploma on Saturday. She matri- culated ten weeks ago, and soon be- came one f the adept pupils in the school, taking hair dressing, manicur- tng and massaging. She is a very energetic young woman and js the sister of Mrs. Leola Haly, 3516 Wa- bash avenue. SPARKS FROM THE RAIL FOR RENT 15 FLATS IN THIS BUILDING Winston's Spicy Gossip of Men and Eventé in the Railroad World. by John R. Winston. ima ae oo aan anne eae er a8 a Serr eon: Feria: ca ire A tPe gt | Pe ree. We Pe B: 7 ee eee - 7225-7237 Vincennes Road Stone Front Modern Electric Light $20.00—7 Rooms, Steam Heat—$25.00 OPEN FOR INSPECTION JESSE BINGA, Banker REAL ESTATE Southeast Cor. State and 36th Place Auto 71-766---Douglas 1565 Lee Robinson, 3138 Forest avenue, buffet car man on the IMlinois Central, has returned to the city after a suc- cessful trip to Jacksonville, Fla. Mr, George A. Johnson, 1219 Wylie avenue, holds the position as train porter between Baltimore, Md., and Pittsburgh, Pa., on trains 10 and 11, in in service of the Baltimore & Ohio Ry. Co. Messrs, Brown, Harris and Winston are on trains 7 and 8 as train porters in service of the Baltimore & Ohio Ry. Co., between Pittsburgh and Chicago. Messrs. Jackson, Johnson and Han- bourgh are on trains 5 and 6, the New York aud Chicago trains from Pitts- burgh and Chicago, in service of the B. & O. Ry. Co, s ‘Mr. Albert Wilder, formerly of Chi- cago, now holds the position as chef on a cafe ear between Pittsburgh and Wheeling, W. Va., in service of the B. & O. Ry. Co. Messrs. Roxdall and Hall are chefs on trains 7 and § between Chicago and New Castle Junetion, Pa., in serv- ice of the B. & O. Ry. Co, Messrs. Charley E. Smith, 41 Craw- ford street, and Stewart are holding the positions of train porters on trains 9 and 10, from Chicago to Chicago, in 1. & O. Ry. Co. service. Mr. W. A. Peterson, formerly of Chi- cago, a relief chef from the Ilinois Central Ry. Co. is now holding the position xs chef at 974 Liberty avenue, at Weisberg’s Hotel, Pittsburgh. Brother A. L. Jackson, 6430 Cham- plain avenue, Chicago, train porter in serviee of the B. & O, Ry. Co. is in the city of Pittsburgh, Pa. Whenever you are in the-city of Pittsburgh, Pa, and you are a rail- road man, put up at 1219 Wylie ave- nue. Mrs. Lizzie Johnson, better known as Mrs, Lizzie Martin. Clean beds and baths, from 35¢ up. The Chicago Defender is on sale at 1400 Wylie avenue and 1310) Wylie avenue. Don't fail to call at the above places and purchase the De- fender. All the latest news of the week at Se per copy. Phone Auto 72-364 _ 9 BIGGS’ MILK DAIRY, FARM PRODUCTS Wholesale and Retail Bigus’ Modern Distributing (Eg ifeet od Pe AP rgpepice 2 Se Dairy catering. only to those Cee . iBhalieg that want the’ purest and the | 12.Siar8 nth tide EE TY ate irennesy mills a ne ead eat ae eS era try butter and buttermilk, Fe Dyk gs Sates Seg! Eis 321 EAST 37th STREET 33% fae iess. 34 yt cutcaco ae Pes SNe Al = Leen a7 Pao NED Bie er Poultry Feeding ay SRE Ang Hn aer oaeeae on Biggs Bros. Dairy Farm pita! Stitt Seiya + Sean BASS, IND. ~ BIRMINGHAM MOURNS Cc. W. HADNOTT. Hot and Cold Water Home Cooking a Specialty Furnished Rooms Mrs. Pearl Alston-Brown, Prop. Railroad Men Only 210 Puyallup Avenue, TACOMA, WASH. Phone Main 1192 Successful Contractor and Head of Large and Prosperous Family Buried Saturday—Both Races Pay Eloquent Tribute To His Memory. Special to The Chicago Defender. Birmingham, Ala, May 8—When Mr. Charles William Hadnott was buried in this city Saturday from the First Congregational church the com- munity lost one of its most valuable citizens. People of high and low de- grce of both races paid eloquent trib- ute to the memory of the man who for 66 years had lived and walked among his fellows, a consecrated, up- right Christian gentleman, industrious aud painstaking in every way, contrib- uting to the welfare of the community and his race, Mr. Hadnott, who died suddenly on Thursday morning, was the head of a large family of prosperous sons and daughters, and his death was the first one to occur in the family. He was married in 1873 to Jennie A, MeClel- lan, who survives, and from this union came eight children, four sons and four daughters. W. W. Hadnott is cashier of the Prudential Savings bank, this city; C. W. Hadnott, Jr, was engaged in the contracting busi- ness with his father; H. E, Hadnott is manager of the Hadnott Coal Com- pany, and S, M. Hadnott is a pharma. cist in Memphis. Of the daughters, two are married, one Mrs. D. W. Wood: ward of Tuskegee Institute, and the other. Mrs. J. P. Washington of Bir- mingham. Miss Zadie has charge of the domestic science work in the In- dustrial High School and Miss Ruth is in school at Talladega coltege. Mr. Hadnott was a successful con. tractor in Birmingham and had been engaged in that line of work for the past twelve years, Hie came to Bir- mingham from Anniston and in his large work gave employment to a great many mechanics and artisans, He is regarded throughout the com- munity and state as one of the most forceful, valuable anu prosperous men of the race and had endeared himself to all classes of people in Birmingham. His whole family is unusually success- ful and popular. Mr. Hadnott's re- liability:and honesty won him the re- spect and esteem not only of the men Who worked under him, but that of a large circle of white friends. Many of the white friends who knew him and other members of the family called personally to express their sym- pathy and sent flowers as a token of their respect and esteem. Furnished Rooms for Respectable People A few choice rooms completed for light housekeeping. Convenient walking distance to all car lines and elevated trains, Strangers accommodated. MRS. D. GREENUP, Prop., 3210-3212 Wabash Avy'y Phones—Douglas $548—Auto, 75746 C.B. Nich? ges Ene oo Phone Douglas 3688 3639, 3641, 3643 S. State St. Finest and largest colored hotel in America, First-class accoramodations for married and single people, Everything new and up-to-date Rooms by Day, 50c, 75c and $1.00 By Week, $2.50 and up. J. A. JONES, Prop. Looking for a Tailor? , Are you looking for some- body who will build your new Spring Outfit and do it right? See Adams, The Tailc 2939 South State Street ifraaeewhlULhSThlUC<it—M hlCU rrr le CAPE LLIN E}..coctec Paani ‘onaceous and gives the ba sealp 8 thorouge shampooing “‘Capellino” straightens t and makes it wavy or ea desired, with only one applic Straightens the Most Rigid and Stubb: o ar Ie, Hat, Wakes t Babi and Viciding’ | Sapa ey Stata § price s1.00t? Me Phones Astomatte zanio| Beck tots rina codon: Meovouet’ CAPELLINE RADDRIZZATOR CHEM. ( W. M. O'NEALL, Distributor 5104 So. State St. Chicago, Hl, U.S. . FORESTERS AND K. OF P’S HEAR ANNUAL SERMONS. Sunday the Uniformed Ranks of the Knights of Pythias and the Foresters followed their annual custom and at- tended divine worship. The former order, resplendent in their attractive regalia, gathered at their hall, 39th and State Sts,, in the early afternoon and marched to Quinn chapel, where the religious services were held. ‘The Foresters turned out at night, They do not march, but gathered in the lecture room of the same church and went up stairs in a body. As usual, many friends of both orders attended the services. EDWARD FELIX ICE CREAM PARLOR Nos Giver: Besteresy, Sonkeplloneey, Totecee, Cigars, mE TMi Sas Nr nets EDWARD FELIX = = 52 W. 30th SY, =—_——— Mrs. Edw. Felix’s Hairdressing Parlor Ss EAE AE , Tel. Douglas 2928 SariMeicinay Sew. th St. REMOVAL NOTICE. Dr. W. H. Britt has moved his office from 4901 State street to 4710 State street (over the theatre). ° ——_$_$————————— BUY YOUR FROM. WM. MAXWELL 5244 STATE STREET Ry T38 OySSSSS———SS— BUY THE CHICAGO DEFENDER AT ALL “T” sTaTIONG News of the Church QUJNN CHAPEL There was a very large attendance on last Sunday morning. Rev. Rawie, a native of New Zealand, preached a very interesting and pathetic sermon from John, fourth chapter, tenth verse, theme "The Purpose of Salvation," or "Christianity from the Viewpoint of a New Zealander." On Monday night Rev. Rawie and his family gave an interesting Illustrated lecture on the people of New Zealand and their customs. There was a full attendance, and all were well pleased with what they saw and heard. At 3 o'clock p. m. Rev. Anderson preached to the Knights of Pythias. The church was packed to overflowing. The program was excellent. The pastor was presented with a handsome purse, and the participant on program with beautiful bouquets of flowers. The choir was at its best and rendered fine music. In the evening Rev. Anderson preached to the United Order of Foresters. His text was taken from Micah, sixth chapter, eighth verse, theme "The Divine Plan of Life." ST. MARY'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Last Sunday will not soon be forgotten at our quarterly meeting. Dr. T. A. Smythe preached a soul-stirring sermon at 2 o'clock. Revs. Renus, Griffin, Scott and Blacksherr were present. Rev. S. Crutcher, the evangelist, will conduct meetings here beginning Monday night. Our Sunday school is Improving wonderfully under the direction of our superintendent, T. W. White. The evangelistic prayer meeting is at St. Mary's every Wednesday evening. NEW HOPE C. M. E. CHURCH. Evanton, III. Our services were well up to standard in attendance Sunday morning, while the evening service showed a marked increase in number of persons present. The pastor had a burning message for his hearers in the text "Seek Ye First the Kingdom and Its Righteousness, and All Things Shall Be Added." From external evidences the spirit seemed to strive with every one present. The second annual banquet and reception, which was given in honor of the pastor, was an unique affair from every point of view. The service was neat. It was well attended and it was also a success financially. All the speakers were present with only a few exceptions, and gave a good account of themselves. Dr. J. A. Winters, pastor of St. Paul C. M. E. Church, Chicago; Dr. E. H. Fletcher of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Ervanston; Mr. W. H. Gill, our own city editor; Dr. A. D. Butler, our hustling city physician; Dr. I. A. Thomas of the Second Baptist Church; Rev. J. R. Tally, secretary of Emerson Street Y. M. C. A.; Rev. J. H. Butler of the Chicago Bible School; Rev. Nathaniel Goddard of Northwestern University and Garrett Biblical Institute, and Rev. Hunter of the Moody Bible Insti- all made pointed and timely talks. A meeting of all the young ministers of the city was called last Saturday afternoon for the purpose of forming a "young ministers' alliance" of our city. The following ones were present: Rev. William Y. Bell, Rev. J. H. Buster, Rev. J. R. Talley, Rev. J. H. Postton and Rev. P. A. Bryson. Others who sent their names in were Rev. Hunter and Rev. Nathaniel Goddard. Rev. William Y. Bell was elected chairman pro tem, and Rev. P. A. Bryson secretary. Rev. J. R. Talley. Rev. H. Butler and Rev. P. A. Bryson are appointed by the chairman pro tem to draw up the bylaws and constitution, to be presented at the next meeting. Who is the most popular young person in your church or Sunday school? out coupon and send to Popularity CARMEL C. M. E. CHURCH. large attendance was present hursday evening last at the musi- and literary entertainment given the stewardesses of Mt. Carmel rch. The pastor expects to at- d the general conference of the C. E. Church, which convened in St. Mus. Mo., Wednesday, May 6. The pworth League has taken on new fee since Rev. E. Booth has taken charge as its new president. A large amp was given the church, which is well lighted. Many thanks to the donors. ALLEN CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR LEAGUE. At the regular business meeting of the Allen Christian Endeavor Leagues of the Chicago district of the Chicago conference, held at Trinity Mission last Monday evening, delegates were nominated to attend the Young People's Connectional Congress, which will be held in Atlanta, Ga, June 8 to 12. The nominations were as follows: Miss Viola E. Hill from St. Mary's, Miss Beatrice Watts from Wyman Chapel, Mr. Frank C. Lowry from St. John, Mrs. Irene Garrett from St. Stephen, and Miss Gussie Wills from ethel. The election will be held at Institutional Church. Robert B.ower, district president; Viola E. district secretary. ST. LUKE'S M. E. CHURCH. Our first Sunday evening's program of each month is proving a success. On last Sunday evening the eloquent and forcible Rev. Jacob Bernheim spoke for us, and as a result of his earnestness four persons united with the church. Dr. E. M. Jones of Georgia and Dr. C. Jacobs of South Carolina will visit us on next Sunday. One or both of these gentlemen will speak for us at the regular evening service hour, 7:45 p. m. Keep in mind the revival service that begins Sunday, May 17. Watch for the speaker on this date. The pastor will preach at the morning service. Sunday school at 12:30 p. m. WALTER'S A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. The services last Sunday were well attended, and the audiences were appreciative. The pastor preached morning and evening. The Lord's supper was celebrated at the 11 o'clock service. The order of worship for next Sunday will be as usual. The pastor is especially desired of seeing all the members out at the morning service. This past week has been the first week of our annual spring bazaar. Each evening has seen the bazaar well attended, and indications point toward a splendid financial success. The success socially is marked already. Preparations are being made to have the evenings of next week excel still more. On Monday night Mrs. C. J. Jackson will present living pictures. The Methodist Brotherhood will render another of their excellent programs on Tuesday. The entertainment for Wednesday evening is in charge of Mr. Bardine, and the great baby contest will occur on Friday. HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Dr. Francis Fox, secretary of the Presbyterian Brotherhood, addressed a men's meeting in the evening, and much interest was shown. Dr. Jefferson preached a powerful sermon on the theme "Insulting Our Best Friend." The C. E. service was led by Miss Olga Smith, and those present taking active part. Elders-cleave R. Morgan and A. J. Watkins were installed Sunday evening. The deacons will be installed next Sunday night. Special mothers' day service will be held in Hope Church at 4 o'clock Sunday afternoon, when the speakers will be Mrs. Horace Bronston and Mrs. E. Lindsay-Davis. The soloists will be Miss Maria Jefferson, Mme. Willie Sloan and Mrs. Clark Jackson-Hutchison. The pastor will speak upon the theme "The Inconsistent Christian." GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. The communion, service was held last Sunday morning at the usual hour. Several new members joined church, two of whom were baptized. Mr. Hann and Mr. Dent have joined the choir, and a great improvement is expected in the music under the direction of Miss Maud Roberts. Choir practice Tuesday and Saturday evenings at 6:30 p. m. Miss Lenora Taylor, a former primary teacher and a member of the church for several years, was married to Mr. John F. Stancil of St. Louis Sunday, May 3, and left for her new St. Louis home May 4. Mrs. Dr. Officer has gone to visit her mother in Indianapolis. THE INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH. Last Sabbath was another inspiring day for the worshipers at the Institutional Church. Knowing his established custom of dealing in his sermons with current events, an unusually large audience gathered Sunday morning, expecting to hear Dr. Carey discuss the Mexican war. They were not disappointed. And although there had been no previous announcement of the theme, yet as soon as Dr. Carey gave as his text the words "We are in danger of being called into account for this day's upronot," it was understood that his subject would be our war with Mexico. The pastor bitterly arraigned the jingoes, the mercenaries and the thoughtless class who would mady rush us into war. "Love your enemies," "Peace on earth, good will toward men" are just as imperative today as when the angels chanted over Bethelhem and the Master preached in Judea. Dr. L. M. Penwick preached at night what many declare to be the ablest sermon they have ever heard from the good doctor's lips. The Gospel Choir (seventy-five strong) made rich and soulful music. Two strong men came forward and united with the church. The funeral of Thomas McCain at 3 o'clock was largely attended by the Masons, knights and his many friends. Tomorrow Mr. J. H. Lewis of the Chicago University will preach at 10:45, and the pastor at 8 p. m. ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES St. John is rejoicing over the splendid success of its last rally held at the church Monday evening, May 4. For several years past St. John has been laboring under the yoke of a $1,600 mortgage. Year after year this amount remained the same, only to have added to it interest amounting to $100, and current expenses a little more, until finally the amount reached beyond the $1,700 mark. Today this grand old church is clear. Only a few small debts remain. Dr. Wilson, the "emancipator," which his members are pleased to call him, came to St. John a little over a year and a half ago, and took command of the forces, firing at the debts from the very start. There was no letup until these God-fearing people were freed from the bonds of debt. 'Twas a brave undertaking, and it took no less than a Wilson and St. John minute men to face and triumph over it. All are now looking forward with joyful anticipation to the third quarter meeting, which is Sunday, May 10. Rev. Scott will deliver the message. We promise you a big time, but must ask that you come early if you want to be sure of a seat. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH Tomorrow will be observed as mothers' day. The pastor will preach a sermon suitable to the occasion at 10:45, and has prepared a special hymn to be sung at that service. Those who have lost a mother are asked to wear a white carnation, and those whose mothers are alive will wear a pink carnation. By request Mrs. T. A. Smythe will sing "Tell Mother I'll Be There." In the evening the Good Samaritans will have their annual sermon preached by the pastor. BAPTIST MISSIONARY UNION On Wednesday night the Baptist Missionary Union held their eighth anniversary at the Olivet Baptist Church. Mrs. Julia Burgess, the president of the union, gave an address GUESS WHO? The dude is who was caught at his own game on Sunday? Le R. C. is the dude. The dude is who is sore at all his associates? The doll is who took her mother to see H. M.'s mother Monday night? M. E. is the doll. He is a good soldier, but the thoughts of going out with her. Leaving E. C. behind make him sad, have you ever noticed how he smiles when you speak of cupid? The bearhorn street angel is who didn't get the attention he needed. Mind, F. B. B. H. cannot help P. and, although D. E. was there, he still loves you. Your own swell in his full-dress togs? Wear them again, W. P. and you will be the navy of the town. E. said you looked grand. T. D. the ever-faithful is, He calls every day, Lily L. says, "No wedding belts for me." Deaths of the Week [From Records of Health Department] Duran, Mortele, 50 yrs, 3425 State st. Becel, Herbert, 11 yrs, 4719 Dearborn st. Cous, Dennis, 3 yrs, 4752 State st., May 2. Dickerson, Sarah, 49 yrs, 419 N. Leavitt, May 5. Gardner, Arnold, 19 yrs, 1828 Wabash st. May 1. Green, Joseph, 65 yrs, 5210 Federal st. Hutchinson, Robert, 46 yrs, 5002 Dearborn st. May 2. Harris, Angle, 49 yrs, 3838 State st. Irving, Fred, 42 yrs, 162 N. Union av. April 25. Jeter, Wm., 48 yrs, 6171 Sheridan av. Jackson, Cornell, 7 yrs, 2824 La Salle st. May 4. King, Hezekiah, 33 yrs, 3128 Wabash av. May 1. Lewis, Matthew, 4 yrs, 1828 Wabash av. May 1. Miller, Amanda, 61 yrs, 6142 Ada st. Mitchell, Robert, 41 yrs, 3637 Vernon av. May 1. Monse, Jeennie, 45 yrs, 2236 Federal st. Oustey, Robert, 32 yrs, 3317 Dearborn st. Rieks, Alexander, 4 yrs, 3732 State st. Scott, George, 60 yrs, 3216 Wabash av. May 1. Sunbair, Harry, 29 yrs, 2250 Dearborn st. Wahlen, Lorn, 5 yrs, 6014 Ingleside av. May 2. In Memoriam. In sad and loving memory of our dear son and brother, William B. Lewis, who died two years ago, May 9, 1912; More and more each day we miss you. Friends may think the wound is healed; But they little know the sorrow that lies within our hearts concealed. Relentless, death among us comes, and bitter grief imparts. It takes the loved one from our home, but never from our hearts. All our hearts have had their sorrow —grief that quickly passed away. But the loss of our dear boy grieves our hearts from day to day. Lovingly Mother, Father and Sister, Mr. and Mrs. B. Lewis and Mrs. Mayne Clinkes. GEORGE COOPER DIES George W. Cooper, 2335 Pearlborn street, son of Mrs. America Cooper, died Thursday morning at 3:30 o'clock. He was 60 years old and a member of the Elks. DEFENDER'S LEGAL HELPS RECEIPTS. Our attention has been called to the fact that many letters have been received in this department, from our readers, all involving the same legal point, that is the failure to demand and receive a receipt at the time a cash payment is made. We wish to call to the attention of our readers the importance of receipts and the difficulties to be avoided if you receive as per our instruction the same. Now, a receipt is generally used as one of the best methods of proof of payment of a sum of money or the receiving and delivery of goods or other property, and one should see that nothing is on the receipt that recites other than the true purpose for which the receipt is given or received, and although some times you are informed that it will make no difference what in which she told of the object of the union, and Mrs. Ada Trammel, the secretary, made a report in which she told of the money that had been collected and how it had been spent in the eight years of their existence. It showed that their home had been selected and that something over a thousand dollars had been paid on the property in the last year, and that at the present time more than seven hundred dollars was in the bank and some extra money in the hands of the treasurer, Mrs. Ella Harvey. NEW HOPE BAPTIST New Hope Free Baptist Church, 4024 Armour avenue, held regular services as usual Sunday. All services during the day were conducted by the pastor, Rev. J. Connors, at 130 p.m. Our Sunday school had regular services as usual. At 3 p.m. m. was prale service. At 8 p.m., preaching, as usual. Every Wednesday night is preaching. Every Friday night is prale service. Every fourth Sunday is our rally day. Come out and enjoy a good time with us. Rev. J. Connors, pastor. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER UESS Who "Dutch" is? B. R. says that he is all her own. The dolls (babies) are who write stories about their friends and then complain about them. Cut it out, someone writes about them? Cut it out, P. C. and T. C. The dude is who lost a bet with M. W. He is making up with M. P. before the three books were up? You should worry, H. M. The W. P. H. S. doll is who holds them with all the dolls and also her old fathers. R. H? C. T. is the fascinating doll. The W. P. H. S. doll is who is getting bad-looking all of a sudden? The boys don't have you if it keeps up, M. P. The Junior League-president of the Junior League Social Club is who has written the out-south doll, C. C? R. H is he. The faintest president of the Junior League Social Club is who says he is crazy about the doll, D. H? P. A. H is he. appears on the receipt as you are aware for what purpose the same was given, but that should not be a satisfactory to anyone receiving a receipt as the time may arrive when you may be compelled to prove for what purpose a sum of money was paid by you, and upon offering the receipt in evidence it may be somewhat embarrassing for one to explain that identical portion which you had been informed at the making of same, "would make NO difference." Of course, should you have witnesses present who actually see the payment, their testimony is just as good, but many times we are unable to locate the witnesses and the time it takes and trouble saved in having the receipt in proper form and words should always be considered. One should pay no money to anyone when a receipt is to be issued until the receipt has been made in a form approved by the person paying the money and no one should ever be too busy to give special attention to the wording of all receipts. Defender Law Department. May 9, 1814. Lucky Accident for Him After proposing three times and being rejected on account of his ugliness, a man in London was injured in an accident so severely that when he recovered his face had been completely reconstructed, decidedly for the better. He proposed again and was accepted. Bad News. Small Peter, disguised as a district messenger, was delivering play telegrams to his sisters, who were improvising dispatches of a more or less startling nature. When it came Lillian's turn, she read aloud from her bit of yellow paper, amid finely emulated walls of woe: "Railroad wreck, I was instantly killed. Your loving husband." WHERE to find a suitable house or flat was once a problem in Chicago and it was the Real Estate men that solved it. Now the up-to-date Agent advertises his holdings in The Chicago Defender. Their lists are revised each week and it is an easy matter to find their ads in our display columns. Then there are the Classified columns with Furnished and Unfurnished Rooms with the best families all over the city. WALTER B. ANDERSON ANDERSON Real Estate RENTING LOA 3512 South State Telephones: Douglas 206—Auto. 79-864 FOR 507 E. 34th Place, 4 rooms, steam h 509 E. 34th Place, 4 rooms, steam h 509 E. 34th Place, 4 rooms, steam h 501 E. 34th Place, 7 rooms, steam h 501 E. 34th Place, 6 rooms, steam h 3239 Rhodes Avenue, 6 rooms, steam h 3141 Rhodes Avenue, 7 rooms, steam Agent: will be at No. 507 E. 34th day and Wednesday from 11 to 4 p. m. FURNISHED ROOMS FOR RENT. 527 E. 42nd ST., 1st FLAT—Modern furnished rooms; to married couples; nice full private home; married couple; most desirable locality. Phone Oakland 2285. 9-16 3653 CALUMET AV.—Nicely furnished, large, light, steam-heated rooms; with hot and cold running water; in desirable neighborhood; convenient to car line. Phone Douglas 857. 9-16 3411 VERNON AV. 3rd FLAT—Two nicely furnished rooms; all modern conveniences; 50th st. car line. 9-10 3552 RIHOLES AV. 3rd FLOOR—Two nicely furnished front rooms; very desirable for gentlemen; all modern conveniences, including steam heat; near car line. 9-10 3555 WAHASH AV. 1st FLAT PHONE Presley 695—Nicely furnished, light light and airy rooms; steam heat and all other modern conveniences; near car line. 9-10 4226 LANGLEY AV. 1st FLAT—nicely furnished, light heat, hot and cold water; with family; couple preferred; convenient to car line. 9 3600 VERNON AV. 2nd FLAT PHONE Douglas 325—Nicely furnished, light windows; steam heat and all other modern conveniences; near car line; post office or railroad men preferred. Call after 6 p. m. and Sundays. 9-10 1410 LANGLEY AV., PHONE DREXEL 2418—Nicely furnished, light and airy convenience, near car line; splendid home for right party. 1256 PRIARE AV.—Nicely furnished rooms; large front room, well lighted, and containing all modern conveniences; near two car lines; right place for the right person. Mrs. Washington. 9-16 1354 RHOES AV. 1st FLAT—Furnished or unfurnished rooms, with all modern convenience, capable of running water; suitable for couple light keeping or two gentlemen. Phone Douglas 791. 9-16 1402 INDIANA AV. 1st FLAT, PHONE Kenwood 2062—Nicely furnished, light and airy rooms; steam heat and all other modern conveniences, capable of express trains and surface cars. 1721 PRIARE AV. 2nd FLAT—Nicely furnished, light and airy rooms; con- veniences all modern; near car line. 9-16 1321 WARASH AV.—First-class front room, furnished, convenient for conveniences. Tele- phone Douglas $450. 1329 PRIARE AV.—A light, airy, steam- heated room, convenient to car line. 9-16 2217 INDIANA AW, PHIONIX DOUGLAS Sixteen recently furnished, light and airy, modern home with other modern conveniences; terms reasonable; splendid home for right party. 3431 NIODES AV, APT 1- Two large furnished and all other modern conveniences; furnished or unfurnished; suitable for light housekeeping; also other rooms furnished, all newly decorated; use of phone 9 3437 BORNOR ST, 2nd FLO phone Drexel 1810- Furnished rooms for man and wife or single gentleman. 2-9 501 BRYANT AV, NEAR 35th and thodes AV, 2nd apt- Nicely furnished, light and all other modern conveniences; suitable for man and wife. 2-9 4353 FORSTVILLE AV, PHONE KEN- wood 1500- Some furnished and un- furnished house; all modern; near 1 and surface car lines;且 respectable people need apply. 2-9 395 PHAIRIE AV, 2nd FLAT- Nicely furnished, light and airy rooms; steam heat, hot water and all other modern conveniences near 35th st and Indi- car lines; prices, $0.6, $5.0 and $2.5 per week. 3716 FOREST AV, 1st FLAT- Nicely furnished light and airy room; conveniences all modern; near 35th and Indian car lines; very homelike for right party. 3300 WABASH AV.—Handsomely furnished rooms to rent, very reasonable; railroad men preferable. 2-9 3540 PARIBAH AV. 3D FLAT—Light and room, furnished or unfurnished; modern conveniences; near two lines. 3520 FOREST AV.—Large, light front room; modern conveniences; reasonable room; gents preferable. Phone Doug. 6218 3316 VERNON AV.—Large and medium-sized rooms; very modern; reasonable. Phone Doug. 5130. 3445 WABASH AV.—Pine large, light room; modern; reasonable; handy to room; gents prefered. Phone Doug. 3622, 3630, fat. 100 W. 21 ST. 701 FLOOR—NICHER furnished rooms; all modern conveniences. Tel. Auto. 79-831. 2-9 FOR SALE FOR SALE-- Four-room flat; gas, electric lights, hot and cold running water; rent. 525 C. Mallard Ave. 300 ft. moon and 5 p. m. Telephone Douglas 5590. Apply 3554 rhodes av. 1st st. FURNITURE FOR SALE--55 E. 36th st. $60.00 takes 7-room furnished flat; gas must sell must leave the city Monday night. RESTAURANT FOR SALE CHEAP. A SPLENDID LITTLE RESTAURANT, established for six years, for sale for $100.00, located at 14 W. 35th st. FLATS AND HOMES FOR RENT 5741 FEDERAL ST.-Six 3-room flats, newly decorated and painted, at $10.00 per month; stove heat. Apply Clark Huster, 5426 Dearborn st. 9-16 3142 RHODES AV.-Beautiful brown- stone residence, 11 rooms, hardwood doors and trimming. $50.00. 3529 PRAIRIE AV.-Choice 4-room flats, ind. and 30 ft. steam heat; stricter modern; light and ally. Phone Douglas 5046. BUSINESS CHANCES. WANTED—Lady canvassers, to sell toilet articles for the Seal Brown Cox; located at 3123 State st.; splendid opportunity for right party. Home of Beautiful Women, Fast Horses and Fine Spirits Brought Into the Limelight. By Hardin Tolbert. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Frankfort, Ky., May 3.-Doctors all over the state are making a great preparation to have the largest meeting of the association in the beautiful western city of Owensboro. President Tinsley of Georgetown is making extraordinary arrangements to have some of the most influential doctors in America present. The meeting will be the second Wednesday and Thursday in this month. The writer will be present. Prof. H. Clarence Russell, assistant principal of the Eastern Normal School at Louisville, was professor of English at the State Normal School at Frankfort for several years but resigned. He received his early training at his native home, Bloomfield, and afterward graduated from the SEE WILLIAM MAXWELL FOR Shirts, Collars and Neckwear 5244 State Street ONE PRICED DENTISTS High Class Sanitary Office. High Class Work. Ourowned 10 Years. Established 1892. Examination Free. GOLD CROWNS..... PORCELAIN CROWNS..... BRIDGEWORK, Per Tooth..... SILVER FILLINGS..... $3 50c Boston Dental Pariors New States Theatre Bldg. 3507 SOUTH STATE STREET Open Evenings and Sundays Phone Douglas 4043 Phone Oakland 2489 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLINERY CED DENTISTS High Class Sanitary Office. High Class Work. Guaranteed 10 Years. Established 1892. Examination Free. $3 FOR ROWNS Per Tooth NGS .50c Use Prescript Feathers Cleaned, Dyed and Curled HATS BLOCKED 4746 State St. - CHICAGO The Hungria In The would be "perfectly foolish" a and Cabbage,—with fresh bread cup of coffee and a big hunk of To cook this dinner to best time—with least possible fuel e Wife should own a The Hungriest Man In The World I'd be "perfectly foolish" about a dinner of Corn cabbage,—with fresh bread—baked lateses—a of coffee and a big hunk of apple pie to finish up to cook this dinner to best advantage in doubles —with least possible fuel expense—the Hungry b should own a A woman serves a tray of tea to three men seated at a round table. The Hungriest Man In The World would be "perfectly foolish" about a dinner of Corn Beef and Cabbage,—with fresh bread—baked latoes—a good cup of coffee and a big hunk of apple pie to finish up with. To cook this dinner to best advantage in double quick time—with least possible fuel expense—the Hungry Man's Wife should own a "Composite" Gas Range Fifty thousand Chicago Heights—complete dinners in "Compete with only one fire burning. This Wonderful has been made possible by this one. We display this range in so all our branch stores and at our downtown building. Branch S Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday The Peoples Gas L Lincoln State Bank UNDER STATE 3105-07 South CHICAGO Douglas CAPITAL, $200,000.00 fifty thousand Chicago Housewives will cook to complete dinners in "Composite" Gas Range Oven only one fire burning. This Wonderful Economy has been made possible by this one range. The "Composite" display this range in some fifty different shape branch stores and at our big sales room in our town building. Branch Stores open till 9 o'clock day, Thursday and Saturday evenings. The Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co. In State Bank of Ch UNDER STATE SUPERVISION 5105-07 South State Street CHICAGO, ILL. Douglas 200 , $200,000.00 SURPLUS. Fifty thousand Chicago Housewives will cook tonight complete dinners in "Composite" Gas Range Ovens with only one fire burning. This Wonderful Economy has been made possible by this one range, The "Composite." We display this range in some fifty different shapes at all our branch stores and at our big sales room in our big downtown building. Branch Stores open till 9 o'clock on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings. The Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co. 3105-07 South State Street CHICAGO, ILL. Douglas 200 MICHELLES GENIES This Registering Home Bank EREE 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. --- PAGE THREE State Normal, and the Eckstine Normal College. He specialized at Chicago and Miami University. Owing to superior training and having the experience of teaching which qualified him, he was unanimously elected as secretary of the U. B. F. & S. M. F. We are in receipt of a quarterly report, just issued by the grand board of managers of the U. B. F. & S. M. T., which shows the organization to be in fine condition financially. Since the August meeting of the Grand Lodge, 1913, this organization has paid debts and claims to the amount of $20,000 and now has a clear surplus in the treasury approximating $20,000, aside from a valuable farm and other property. The membership, already the largest of any fraternity in Kentucky, shows a noticeable increase over that of the preceding quarter and no doubt with such favorable conditions as prevail throughout the state, the increase in membership will be a great deal heavier during the present three months. Both locally and nationally the U. B. F. is experiencing a great awakening and is said to securely hold its place as the greatest organization of the race. Phone Auto. 79-688 Mrs. A. Butler Hat Shop Order Work a Specialty 3412 State Street, Chicago MEN! Use Prescription 100 The best known remedy for all affections of the urinary passage, kidney and bladder troubles. This Valuable Tonic Is for Sale at La Bastide's Drug Store 3702 S. State Street Telephones { Douglas 616 & 617 Automatic 71-874 riest Man World about a dinner of Corn Beef head—baked potatoes—a good of apple pie to finish up with. Most advantage in double quick expense—the Hungry Man's Housewives will cook tonight aposite" Gas Range Ovens— Fabul Economy connerange, The "Composite." come fifty different shapes at our big sales room in our big Stores open till 9 o'clock on rday evenings. Light & Coke Co. Bank of Chicago SUPERVISION North State Street GEO. ILL. No. 200 SURPLUS, $30,000.00 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 of Chicago, Ill. Who Is the Most Popular Girl in Chicago? WHO IS THE MOST POPULAR GIRL IN THE UNITED STATES? JOIN THE CHICAGO DEFENDER'S CONTEST TO DETERMINE THE QUESTION Every City and Every Community Has Its Popular Girl—Cut Out a Coupon and Place Your Favorite in the List.—A Chance to Show the World Who the Most Popular Girl in Your City Is. TWO SEPARATE CONTESTS—TWO PRIZES. Contest Begins Today—Read the Particulars, Cut Out the Coupons and Send Them in at Once. Contest Begins Saturday, May 9th, and Ends Aug. 8th, 1914. Mail all Votes to Contest Editor, The Chicago Defender, 3159 State St., Chicago, Ill. [ONE VOTE] Contest Begins Saturday, May 9th, and Ends Aug. 8th, 1914. Mail all Votes to Contest Editor, The Chicago Defender, 3159 State St., Chicago, Ill. [ONE VOTE] PAGE FOUR Who Is the MOST GIRL IN THE WHO IS THE MOST GIRL IN THE JOIN THE CHICAGO DEFEND CONTEST TO I Every City and Every Community a Coupon and Place Your B Show the World Who the TWO SEPARATE CO Contest Begins Today—Read the and Send Th Who is the most popular girl in Chicago? Who is the most popular girl in the United States? These two questions are to be answered in a voting contest conducted by the Chicago Defender, the World's Greatest Weekly Newspaper. The contest will begin with this issue, May 9, and last until Aug. 8. The Reward. The reward will be a $100.00 diamond ring. The popular girl receiving the largest number of votes will be presented with a handsome $100.00 diamond ring. Tiffany setting. Five tellers and three judges will be selected to count the votes in public. Representative men and women will do the counting. No Money Involved. No money will be involved. Every voter must cut a coupon out of the Defender and mail it to the Popularity Editor of the Defender, 3159 State street. The votes can be mailed at any time, but must be in two weeks Chicago Defender's The Most Popular Is..... Street..... Contest Begins Saturday, 8th, 1914. Mail all Votes [ONE VOTE] Chicago Chicago Chicago Defender's The Most Popular G Is..... City..... State..... Contest Begins Saturday, 8th, 1914. Mail all Votes [ONE VOTE] Chicago Chicago GAY CROWD AT CHATEAU SUNDAY NIGHT. Despite Inclement Weather Many Fashionable People Fill Tables at New Cafe. Never before has the elite of Chicago turned out as they did at the Chateau Cafe Sunday night. As the rain came down in torrents the autos drove to the spacious entrance and delivered load after load of beautifully gowned women and well-dressed men. Tables were reserved in advance and were decorated with flowers and a broad band of silk ribbon. Mr. Powder, our leading caterer, ushered in about 20 of the Half Century club, and surrounded the beautiful fountain. Among the reservations were, Mr. N. E. Wilkins, six courses for a party of four; Dr. Leonard Lewis, for a table for two; Mr. James Reose, Europe, six courses for a party of eight; Mr. Dave Woods, four courses for a party of four. The Appomattox club table was laid for 12, but only eight showed up. Mr. E. Fitzgerald's dinner was for four; Mr. Langston, chief booster, had a party of six. The ladies were all beautifully gowned, and it is said that through the persistent efforts of Dr. Boger the Traction Company has put larger cars on 35th street, to accommodate the Chateau patrons. APPOMATTOX CLUB ENTERTAINS WITH STAG & WHIST PARTY TONIGHT Cabaret is going the rounds and tonight ballet girls will entertain the salanty Appomattox Club members. Baldheaded men will occupy the usual places while others are scrambling for front seats. Two very pretty girls have been selected for the occasion and Prof. Wm. Emanuel is being besieged with compliments for making such an excellent find. A sensational dancer of a nearby city has been engaged to dance by oriental music, is the report, but none but members admitted. after the issue of Aug. 8, which is Aug. 22. Two weeks' grace is given for subscribers as far as California to receive their papers and to return their coupons. The coupons will be counted Aug. 21 and on the following night the prize in the city will be awarded. Begin Now—Save Coupons. Begin now to cut out and save coupons. Let the clubs of the city get busy. Popular girls at the various Sunday schools should begin at once to urge a Defender reader or subscriber to save their coupons. Papers are on sale every Saturday at the 200 stands handling the Defender in Chicago and the 175 out-of-town stands. Entries June 6. In order to avoid a habit of friends of participants in recent contests who withheld their names until the last minute, all names of contestants must be entered by Saturday, June 6. Popularity Contest For Girl In Chicago May 9th, and Ends Aug. to Contest Editor, The Defender, 3159 State St., Ill. Popularity Contest Girl in the United States May 9th, and Ends Aug. to Contest Editor, The Defender, 3159 State St., Ill. MISS LORRAINE CRAIG IN MEMPHIS. Memphis, Tenn., May S.—(Special.) —Miss Lorraine Craig of 3602 Forest avenue, Chicago, has arrived in this city to visit her mother. When the little visitor, who is 10 years old, alighted from the train she had four dolls and two baby carriages besides her other baggage. The young lady, however, cared little about any of it, her first desire being to secure a post card, which she addressed to the Chicago Defender. When asked why she did so, she replied: "I want my address changed so that I can keep up with the 'Guess Who' column." Mrs. Craig, who has been spending a part of the winter here, and her daughter will return to Chicago in the next ten days. MRS. FUNBACK WEARS DIAMONDS IN HER HEELS. Society women are not only abreast with the styles in wearing low-necked dresses, short sleeves, mosquito net stockings, but are going further. On Wednesday evening the Poinsettia Club gave an informal dance at Johnson's hall, 35th and State Sts. Most of the members and guests were beautifully gowned in Parisian creations. The attraction of the dance was Mrs. Hattle Funback, president, who resides at 37th and Rhodes Ave. Aside from wearing a stunning gown, the heels of her slippers were studdied with sparkling diamonds. TWENTY-SIX GRADUATES RECEIVE DIPLOMAS FROM WALDEN UNIVERSITY (National to the Detective). Nashville, Tennessee, May 8.—The annual graduating exercises of the Walden University, one of the oldest colleges in the South, were held here May 5 and 6. Twenty-six young men and women received diplomas from the normal and college preparatory departments. Those of the normal department were Luvenia Gordon, Benjamin Battice, William Jones, Augustus Keeling, Ethel A. Ross, James Perkins and Carlotta B. Phillips. PROPOSED NEW ARMORY-8TH INFANTRY ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD THE HIGH SCHOOL ERNEST WILLIAMSON A BUSINESS GENIUS. A Type of the Successful Young Man of Today That Makes the Afro- American the Bone of Conten- tion Throughout the World. The Chicago Defender always takes pleasure in presenting to its readers successful young men and women. Typical of this class is Ernest Will- iamson, the undertaker, 5028-30 State street. Although the youngest man in that line of work in Chicago he has kept pace with his strongest com- Ernest Williamson. petitors and from his hands comes the most complete work in the modern care of the dead. Mr. Williamson is a business genius, he is active in several enterprises, and his name spells success in every enterprise with which he is identified. Orson Swee Marden, editor of Success, declares that the young men are the foundation of every race, and the Afro-American is noted and envised in an increasing number of Mr. Williamson's type. MISS HAZEL JOHNSON DIES SUDDENLY TUESDAY Miss Hazel Johnson, a graduate of the South Bend High School of Indiana and one of the prettiest girls of that state, died suddenly Tuesday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Hall, 433S South Wabash avenue. Miss Johnson's home was at Mishawaka, a few miles from South Bend. Several months ago, after graduating, Miss Hazel and her sister Marie came to Chicago for employment. Miss Hazel secured a position in the business department of the later Ocean, where she proved her ability and was rapidly promoted. Her sister Marie secured a position on the West Side. Sunday she took to bed with double pneumonia and Tuesday she passed into the Great Beyond. Her mother and father came after the body, which was removed home Tuesday night. It was a sad occasion. Miss Hazel Johnson was in her twenty-first year and had a host of friends. She attended Grace Presbyterian Sunday School and was there a few Sundays ago. She was a cousin of Mrs. Etta Valdes, 3254 Wabash avenue, and was highly respected in South Bend. The funeral will take place today at Mishawaka, and her popularity will no doubt attract numbers of citizens. She leaves a father and two sisters. ANNOUNCEMENTS. Mrs. Manie E. Clark announces that the marriage of her daughter, Miss Irene Lauretta McCoy, to Harris B. Gaines has been postponed until September, 1914. PROPOSED N The day of speculating about a new armory is past. The 5th Illinois National Guard will have for its home one of the most imposing structures in Chicago. This became an assured fact when last week Col. Franklin A. Denison held a long conference with Gov. Dunne. Every detail of the plans were gone over and Gov. Dunne signed with pleasure all the plans submitted by the new colonel. The building is to be erected at 35th street and Forest avenue. The ground covered will be 5,000 square feet. The present plans include every known convenience to perfect the soldiers in the ways of modern warfare and physical training. It will be the delight of the athlete, the swimming pool and gymnasium being along the most improved plan. Features of the Armory. Other features will be rifle range, main drill hall, banquet hall, two re- THE CHICAGO DEPENDER EIGHT NURSES ARE GRADUATED FROM PROVIDENT HOSPITAL Hundreds Are Turned Away from Exercises at Y. M. C. A. —Hon. Charles W. Chestnut and Miss Sosphrinisba Breckenbridge Speakers.—Hon. Geo. H. Webster Presents Diplomas. Hon. Charles W. Chestnut, the noted author from Cleveland, Ohio, was the principal speaker at the annual commencement exercises of Provident Hospital and Training school, on Monday evening, May 4, at $30 p.m. The exercises were held in the assembly room of the Wabash Avenue Y. M. C. A., 38th and Wabash avenue. The room was not only packed but hundreds were turned away. This year's class numbered some of the most popular young women who have graduated from this institution. At $30 o'clock, the graduates and undergraduates of the school, garbed in hospital uniform, marched to the front and were seated in special chairs. Mr. George H. Webster, president of the hospital, presided and delivered his annual address. Mr. Webster, who has been president since its organization, reviewed the work of the institution with earnestness and precision. He vividly pointed out the character of work done there and the benefits of the training given the young women of the race. Mr. Charles W. Chestnut delivered a well-prepared address, showing research and deep study on the history of the nurses and their remarkable advancement the past twenty or thirty years. Florence Nightengale was eulogized as a pattern for the young women who are to go out to alleviate the sick and suffering. Mr. Chestnut spoke of the observations he had made of the institutions and said it was second to none of any of its kind in the country. Mr. Chestnut stated that in the South, women of the race were employed as domestics but as soon as they become trained, to do service of intelligence, the whites were loathe to give them employment. Miss Sosphrinisba Breckenridge of Kentucky, garbed in her college gown, delivered a very intelligent and able address. She is one of the most widely known educators in the country and is a professor at the University of Chicago. Miss Breckenridge took exceptions to Mr. Chestnut's remark of the South, not wishing to employ trained nurses of the race. Father J. B. Massiah offered the invocation and Miss Maud Roberts rendered a solo, accompanied by Miss Gertrude Jackson, that won her much applause. Mr. Hugh Buchanan, the popular baritone singer, rendered a number delightfully. Presenation of pins and diplomas by Mr. Webster, who stated that Miss Lela Martha Stubbs and Miss Yolander Marie Charleston had successfully passed the Illinois State Board of Medical Examiners. The following received diplomas: Lola Martha Stubbs, Boston, Massachusetts; Elizabeth Lillie, Cynthiana, Kentucky; Yolanda Marie Charleston, Rome, Italy; Chandler Battle, Wilson, North Carolina; Florence Mahala Herron, Maschester, Jamaica; Mabel M. Hill, Cynthiana, Kentucky; Rhoygnette Allegra Webb, Peru, Indiana; Willie Edna DePriest, Rockford, Illinois. EW ARMORY—8T ception halls, ladies and gentlemen's reception rooms, smoking parlor, dining room, kitchen, ladies and gentlemen's coat rooms, sanitary barber shop and bowling alley. This is the first time in the history of the United States the race in any state has been so honored and it is to old Illinois the world must doff its hat for the first real armory. Gov. Dunne Praised. Col. Denison, his staff officers and every soldier of the regiment is praising Gov. Dunne for his efforts to give the "fighting 8th" a new home they so well deserve. The citizens of Chicago are having kind words to say for the governor for so generously proving his loyalty to the regiment and using his good offices toward the erection of the new armory. It is understood that ground will be broken about June 1. MANY AFRO-AMERICANS PURCHASE PROPERTY IN CHICAGO. List of Recent Buyers of South Side Homes and Apartment Buildings Includes Well-Known Professional People and Several Noted Citizens. Mr. O. V. Thomas, Frederick H. Bartlett & Co.'s South Side representative, reports the following recent sales: 3322-24 Wabash av., modern 6-flat building; Mr. Willis V. Jefferson purchased a valuable home at 3424 Calumet av.; Mr. Thompson of Forrestville av., 4-flat building, 3436 Calumet av., also modern home, 3434 Calumet av.; Dr. Schultz, 3430 Calumet av.; Mr. H. D. Murray was the broker for Mr. Jackson on 3315-17 State st.; Mr. Terrell of Anderson & Terrell represented Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson on 3345 Vernon av.; Mr. C. B. Travis was the broker for Miss E. M. Johnson on 3820 Langley av.; Mr. Travis also represented Mr. S. Flemington of 3642 Dearborn st. on 3829 Vincennes av. Mr. Hardy sold the following: 4550 Evans av., 2-flat, to Mr. Elm Stout 3239 Prairie av., to Mrs. Anna Vivian. Mr. H. Carroll sold the following: 4235 Langley av., to Mr. Robt. McGee; 3400 Calumet av., to Mrs. Cotton; 455 32d st., to Mr. Chapman; 3420 Calumet av., to Mr. G. W. Malone; 3422 Calumet av., to Mr. Louis Cooper; 3432 Calumet av., to Mr. Beverly White; 3222 Calumet av., to Mr. Gray. Mr. W. V. Jefferson sold the following: 3428 Calumet, to Mr. Laterm; 3414 Calumet av., to Mr. Meachun; 3418 Calumet, to Dr. Carl R. Roberts of 1130 Wells' st.; 3843 Vincennes av., to Mrs. A. McDonald; 541 E. 37th st., to Mr. and Mrs. N. C. Wall. It is to be wondered why many more do not buy property. During the year the Afro-Americans of Chicago have spent thousands and thousands of dollars in exorbitant rentals. It is to be wondered if many of these have figured how much money they have paid to landlords. Possibly, the rents paid by some during the last few years have paid in full for the landlord's property, and this same rent money could have just as well bought a home for the rent payer. When the landlord dies he leaves his property to his family, and not to his tenant. If the tenant dies the landlord puts his family out the first time he fails to pay the rent. So to be on the safe side it is better to pay rent to yourself and not be a slave to the landlord. See Bartlett's "ad" on the last page of this issue. SHOCKING SUNDAY MORNING MURDER Quiet of Early Hours Disturbed When Mrs. Angie Harris Staggers Into Undertaker's With Throat Cut. The quiet of Sunday morning was disturbed and excitement prevailed on the south side when, at an early hour, a woman staggered into Rollie Green's undertaking rooms. 3832 State St., with her throat slashed. She bled to death on his floor before medical aid arrived. She proved to be Mrs. Angie Harris and had fled from her home, 3832 State St., three doors away. According to police reports, she was not living with her husband, and a man by the name of William Bosworth is charged with the crime. It is alleged that he called her on Saturday night and was refused admittance. He became noisy and the police ejected him. He returned early in the morning, broke down the door and attacked her. News of the crime traveled like wild fire and all day long and far into the night crowds of the morbidly curious visited the undertaker's to view the body. BTH INFANTRY Ready Thanksgiving, 1915. It is reported that the new armory will be ready for occupancy about Thanksgiving, 1915, and the opening will be a "red letter" night in the city of Chicago. Gov. Dunne, Mayor Harrison, Major John R. Lynch, Major Charles A. Young, Adj. General Dickson, Col. P. A. Denlson and other military dignities will take part on the program. New Members Nightly. Every night companies A, B, C, D, E and F report new members are constantly taking the oath. The war scare has not frightened a soul, while on the other hand each seems willing, ready and waiting. Annual Sermon May 24. The annual sermon will be held May 24 at Quinn Chapel A. M. E. Church, 24th street and Wahash avenue. Chaplain W. S. Bradden will deliver Influx of Mexicans Into U.S. Fleeing Conscription Menace to Race Labor Thousands of Refugees Seeking Haven from Poverty and Untold Miseries in Strife Ridden Country Find Way Into Texas and Kansas and Supplant Honest Afro-Americans in Various Avenues of Employment. ILLITERATE AND GREASY PEON NO GOOD TO ANY ONE. Taciturn and Seclusive He Indicates No Desire to Affiliate With Any Race.—Lives in Filth and Squalor and Carries Possessions on His Back.—Treated Like Whites When Traveling, But Will Eventually Prove a Serious Problem. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) ward, and the Afro-American. Taciturn and Seclusive He Indicates No Desire to Affiliate With Any Race.—Lives in Filth and Squalor and Carries Possessions on His Back.—Treated Like Whites When Traveling, But Will Eventually Prove a Serious Problem. ILLINOIS NATION By Ralph W. Tyler. San Antonio, Tex., May 6—The Mexican revolution which has impoverished Mexico and resulted in untold misery and slaughter of human beings, not only now presents a problem for this country, but the inflow of Mexican refugees into this country who have fled, and are fleeing from their country to escape conscription, presents a very grave and menacing problem for the Afro-Americans, especially of this state, and even for those as far west as Kansas. These thousands of Mexicans that have arrived, and are arriving daily into Texas, constitute a menace to race labor in that they are driving the Afro-American out of employment on city work, public buildings, railroad construction work, farm work and other work upon which he has heretofore almost exclusively been employed. In this city the Mexican population has increased to quite one-third of the total city population. In nearly all the construction work here, and to a large degree throughout the state, the Mexican has driven the Afro-American out because he works cheaper, and is able to live cheaper than the Afro-American, the Afro-American being unable to adjust himself to the fifth and squater to which the Mexican peon is indifferent. Lives Cheaply in Shacks. Not only is the Mexican driving the race out of construction work, but as drivers of delivery wagons, autos, and carts he is doing the same thing. And he is even found serving as porter and cleaner around railroad stations. Practically all the railroads running through Texas, as well as city lines, are employing Mexicans on construction work, to the exclusion of Afro-Americans. In Houston, Temple Waco, Dallas, Fort Worth, and other Texas towns the Mexican peon threatens to supplant Afro-American labor. Even in Missouri and Kansas the Mexican peon lives cheaply in shacks with scarcely no furniture. So scant is the furniture in their homes that when they decide to vacate one house to occupy another they can almost imitate the legendary Arab, who, in the silence of the night, folded his tent and quietly stole away. The moving of a Mexican from one house to another is but a matter of a few moments. Many of their homes do not even contain chairs—they squat on the floor as the red men squat in their teepe. Dirty Peon Treated Like Whites. There is nothing common between the Mexican peon, who has arrived and is arriving in this state daily, and then slowly but surely moving north- the oration. He is one of the most eloquent men of the race and arose from a private to chaplain at the death of the late Rev. Jordan Chavis. Rev. J. C. Anderson, pastor of the church, will speak. Appropriate musical numbers will be rendered. On May 30, Decoration Day, the 8th, under the command of Col. F. A. Denelson, will take part in the annual Decoration Day parade. National Guard Orders. In case of mobilization, National Guard organizations were mailed orders Tuesday from the War Department. The instructions cover particularly the financial operations incident to mobilization and the methods of procuring railroad transportation. Under the regulations the local United States disbursing officers throughout the country would be supplied with funds to move the National NO GOOD TO ANY ONE. States No Desire to Affiliate With Squalor and Carries Possessions Whites When Traveling, But Will problem. ward, and the Afro-American. The Afro-American down hero regards himself as being superior to the grossly illiterate and greasy Mexican peon; and the peon, taciturn and exclusive, gives no indication of a desire to affiliate with him. He indicates no desire to affiliate with any race. They are content to be let alone with their own. On all the railroads, no matter how filthy nor how dark of skin—and some of them are very dark—the Mexican peon rides in the same coach with the whites, and that too without complaint from the whites, while Afro-Americans, no matter how cleanly and genteely attired or how cultured, are forced into the small compartment labeled "For Negroes." Verily, the Mexican revolution which has emptied into America's melting pot thousands upon thousands of Mexican peons, presents a most seriously menacing problem to the unskilled Afro-American laborer, not alone in this state, but in sister states lying to the north, whose railroad lines run into and through this, the Lone Star State. And this menace, fully realized and appreciated by the race, suggests to the local business leagues in this section increased activity, and greater race co-operation. North of the Rio Grande. The Mexican who, for the past three years, has reveled in the murder and outrage of Americans on Mexican soil, and confiscations of American property located in the Aztec country, are now free to cross the Rio Grande, and once over the divide, southern municipalities, southern railroads and corporations reward these brigands of yesterday with employment, in preference to the Afro-American who herefore has been the strong, willing and docile ox. This country will soon have, if not already, a Mexican problem on the north side of the Rio Grande more serious than the one now confronting it on the south side. The Mexican peon whose illiteracy is far lower than was the races fifty years ago, and whose instinct, training and tendency is inclined to treacher brigandage, cold-blooded murder as barbaric revolt, has nothing in common with the whites of this sectic The "benevolent assimilation" ... cated for the Philippines will ... be appeal to the densely ignorant son ... to the Aztecs. The Afro-American has every reason to regard with grave trust the influx of thousands of Mexican peons into the United States. Mrs. Muggle Foster, 5269 Deanborn street, was quietly married to Mr. M.E. White of Cincinnati, O., at the home of Rev. Jackson Saturday morning. NATIONAL GUARD Guard by the various department q termasters. WAR MAKES NO CHANGE Appropos the above the Ch Defender learns that one night t week, at one of the prominent wh clubs in Mississippi, the war was b discussed and the part the Afro-American would take in it. The hot blooded Southerners declared that no matter what part the race played in it they would not change their laws one iota. If the blankety blanks must go to the front they will be treated like the rest of them. A uniform makes no difference to us. We don't care whether they serve the country or the church, they must ride as we say. Meaning that Afro-American soldiers wearing the United-States uniform must ride in "Jim Crow" cars, or in separate sections, and ye the world marches merrily on. ! | 7 = THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. — = PAGE wiw Bay 7 3 ww o£ & IN CHICAGO AND ITS SUBURBS re 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. Jesse Binga, Banker REAL ESTAT® | Southeast Cor. 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Mr. George MeChennan of Jellico, ‘Tenn., was summoned to the city Iast week to attend the-funeral of his sis- ter, the late Mrs. Catherine A, Gil- lespie. Miss Edith Nesbitt of Dayton, 0., wilt visit the elty next week as the xwest of Miss Edna Curd, 2316 Ver- thon avenue, Mrs. Laura Carter has left the city to live with relatives in Ohio. Dr. Midian Rousfleld heard from Dr. If. Reginald Smith this week. The dortor arrived safely at London, Eng- land, and has matriculated in the eye, ear, nose and throat department. Mrs, Albert Smith, 5224 Dearborn street, was called to her home in Nashville, Tenn,, to attend the funeral ‘of her father whose: death occurred April 80. Mrs, Gertrude Mitchell, 4110 State street, returned home Monday, May 4, after a four months’ visit In Los Angeles, Cnlifornia, Mrs. Mitchell de- clares that California is great, but Chicago is areater, Miss Mande Harris of 70 Scott street left the city during the week for a visit to her relatives in Le banan, Tenn, Mrs, Rrown §, Smith of Minneap- olls and Mrs. Valdo Turner of St. Pant are the Kuests of Mrs, 1. S. Rose of Evans avenue. “Bernie” Irwin, member of the Grace basoball team and a resident of the Y. M. G. A., has left for a two weeks stay, visiting his mother in Cineinnati, Ohio. Mrs, William Imekner of St. Lonts, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs, William Cornell, is still in the ely. She will spend a few days with Mrs. Low Ella Young of 2536 Forest avenue, before leaving for St. J.ouis. about the fifteenth. Mrs. Anniel Johnson, 324 Wa- hash avenue, has gone to Indianapo- lis, Ind., to Join her husband who is playing ball with the A. B. Cs. of that city. Messrs. Wm. Hronston, Tom Cole, Tenan Jones, George “Holt, Wm. Helser and a number of other prom- Inent men of the Windy City left Jast night for Louisville, to be at the Kentucky Derby at Louisville, Kya today. Mr. Bronston is to meet his cousin, Peter Portetle there, fram Hopkinsville, Ky., and Walter Robin- son of the same city, Mr. desse Avans, the popular bar- Ver at SH State, aud Mr. Blick of the vane shop, are no longer there. Mr. Avans has a better position. Capt. and Mrs. N. Clark Smith will arrive from Kansas City. Saturday, for a week's sojourn in Chicago. While in the city they will be the guests of Mr. James A. Mundy, 3834 Wabash avenue, Mr, Smith ts band- master of the famous Tuskegee band. Messrs, L. M. Terrell of St. Paul, W. R., Morris and J. M. Morris. of eapolis passed through the elty ay en route to Philadelphia, to da meeting of the Supreme ell of Sard. degree Masons. Mr. + Morris is a brother of Attorney H. Morris, s. Joseph Mart and family have a into thelr own home at 3238 nines avenue. + W. A. Wallace, president of the ace Takery Co. has been very reeently addressing Sunday ‘noon literary clubs. His name ast becoming a household word ng literary people. iss Martha Bailey, sister of Mrs. 4 Haley, 3516 S. Wabash avenue, on Tuesday evening for her home int, Mich, She spent a delight- ‘ening with friends before leav- s..% “Addie M. Wills, who lives in & beautiful and cozy apartment, 5418 Dearborn street, will entertain this vening in henor of Miss Josephine vis, 3244 Wabash avenue. The oc- ston wi'l be a birthday party, given shonor of Miss Davis. Mr. Jerse Reese Europe. the fa- nous New York bandmester, was in tie city sunday and Monday. He was the gi st of Miss Caritia Day, at Ahe American Giants’ ball park Sun- ‘day. Mrs, Hazel Gilmore Gatewood will Jeave shortly to join her husband who is playing with the New York Giants, New York City, Among Ute delightful social affairs of the week was the tango party by Mme. Lee Roberts, at her residence, 45u0 Vincennes avenue, Tuesday night. Mrs, Mahalle Woods, who hus been ill for several months, now resides with Mr. and Mrs, Van Sickle, who have moved from 213% Dearborn to 4514 State street, flat A. Mr. and) Mrs. Samuel Luther Counts, nee Miss Hortensia Charrier Gordon of Hoston, Mass., have taken an apartment at 5309 Dearborn street, where they are at home to their friends. Mr. 0. W, Hatfield of Jackson Park station has moved his family to 4522 St. Lawrence avenue, Mr. A. Lee Garrett, funeral director of Wichita, Kansas, and publisher f “The Wichita Factarian,” was In the city this week on business. Mrs. J. L. Branham left, Wednes: day for Louisville, Ky. to visit her husband. She will visit Indianapolis, co upon her return home. Mr. Aloz Lattimore of Boston, ‘Mass. was in the city this week. It is said he was here to see one of the Miller girls of the South Side. Some say he came to “pop the ques tion.” Miss Tessie Lee of Washington, D. C, is expected to visit Chicago this summer, although it was reported here Friday that she had recently married. | Miss Cleo Dickerson has returned from a delightful two weeks" visit in Nashville, Tenn, Dr. and Mrs. Robért Ht. Hardin of 280 1 g7th street entertained 40 young ladies and gentlemen Saturday evening, May 2. at a formal dancing ‘party in honor of their daughter's Keberta Edythe's, 18th birthday, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs, H. S. Krown, 842 Calumet avenue. J. Harold White of Springiield, M., a director of the Enterprise Savings bank, was a Chicago visitor this week. He Was the guest of Mrs. William Holiday, 1340 Wells street. Miss Freda Trown graduated this week from the Chicago Missionary ‘Training. school. Don’t fail to send in coupons for your candidate for the most popular kirl in this city or the country. ‘The Peerless club has issued invi- tations for their 7th Formal Annual Dancing party, Tuesday evening, May 18, at Masonic hall, 2956 State street. Mrs, Emma Mackley has moved from 2604 to 360s State street, on ac- count of ill health, She will leave Saturday for Benton Iarbor to be with her sister, Mrs. A. Winbora Saw- ver. for the summer, Mr. Phil Milligan, 3008 Dearborn St., has taken a much needed vacation and Is enjoying the time visiting relatives in Louisville, Ky. Sulius N. Avendorph, chairman of the floor committee, has surrounded Limself swith twenty-five pgoticient men who will take charge of the dancing end of the program with credit as ‘usual, DR. DANIEL H. WILLIAMS HOLDS CLINIC AT ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL. A surgical clinic was held during the past weck at St. Luke's hospital by Dr. Daniel If, Williams. It was especially interesting from the fact HAE I au’ 6 Conartat eeesions the mother and child are doing nicely. ‘There was present a large number of race physicians, Henry Jones, brother of Mrs. Lydia Janes of Chaitenooma, ‘Tenn is tne proving after a serious surgical opera- tion at St, Luke's hospital. Both pa- floats are under ihe care Gt-DE D. oh Williams, ontined G08 Ace. 73-088" Hhesebreselag” Dr. Thee. R. Mozee DENTIST 4709 S, STATE STREET CHICAGO iiourem cb von snc 7.Ps M:sea Fa ] Bove aatiase Beatrice WEEKLY GOSSIP FROM THE SOCIAL, RELIGIOUS, FRA-| | ‘TERNAL AND OTHEK OR- | GANIZATIONS. | FREDERICK DOUGLASS CENTER. | Sunday afternoon, May 10, at 4 p. ‘m, Mrs. Laura Dainty Pelham, the noted elocutionist, will give several readings and speak on “Vacant Lot Gardening.” She has for several summers conducted classes in gar dening for settlement children, We welcome our old time friend to the center, Vocal numbers by Mrs, T. M. Smyth of Bethel church, Thursday evening Mr. 1, Lloyd Stone, physical director in Boys’ Club, conducted the monthly business meet- ing with Iuneh and. representatives from his boys’ ¢lasses at Hyde Park and Wendel! Phillpps Settlements, Summer plans were discussed. PROGRESSIVE LEAGUE. ‘The Progressive Negro League held its regular by-weekly meeting at 3811 Wabash avenue, formerly the Annie Widker parlors, An excellent pro: gramme was rendered, among which Was 2 paper read by Mr. R.A. Crosby of the Williams.Crosby Co, along the line of the progress of the race, Mr. W. E. King, the journalist, read some excellent notes on cnrrent events and delivered a short address, ‘The mem: bers of the league ecem to be highly pleased with the location and future headquarters and plin to double their membership within a few months. Rev. B, P. Robinson, the president, was detained at home Sunday on ac- count of sickness, but sent his regrets. Mrs. Elmore F. Claytor, the financial secretary, has been sick for some time, but has recovered. Mr. Charles F. ‘Turndr acting as chairman of the pro: gramme committee, and M, ‘T. Railey chairman of the advertising commit. tee, thanked the members. for their co-operation at the splendid reception fon the 2st, UNION CHORAL OF ENTERPRISE INSTITUTE. The Union Choral of Enterprise In stitute, held thei? regular exercises last Sunday afternoon between 5 and 6, They have what is known as one hour services and usually close on time. Mrs. Nannie Sumlin, the pres ident, emphasized the importance of time. Several addresses and_ solos were rendered. Mrs. M. L, Railey, the musical director of Enterprise In: stitute, was the promater of the Choral Union. M. T. Bailey. secretary of Enterprise Institute, was present and thanked them for their co-opera- ton along this line. TRUE REFORMERS. A communication was received from Mr. W. HL Williams of Omaha, Neb., who has recently visited Hot Springs, St, Louis and other points of interest to the, ‘rue Reformers in the West- era Grand Division. He advises that greater interest should be created to: wards the rehabilitction of the organ- ization in those cities where the or- ganization has had a great sway. THe also spoke of the coming convention, Voth in Chicago and Richmond and advised that the Grand Officers come to the west and assist in pushing the work as they do in the northern and Southern Grand Divisions. News comes from Wilmington, Del., that on the 5th, 6th and 7th, a most enthusias: tie Rosebud Convention of the order was held in Wilmington, Del., and that many of those delegates together with grand officers complete the western trip in June. J.ocal Rosebuds and fountains, are looking forward to the great meeting in this city during the summer. Chief Bailey says that many of the grand officers will be here, as well as western representatives. CHICAGO ARMSTRONG LEAGUE. ‘The Chicago Armstrong League of Hampton Students met at 4840 Dear- born street May 5. The meeting was called to order by the president, R. S. Abbott. After the regular routine of business Mr. Abbott made suggestions for the club's pleasure during the sum- mer. An intresting literary and mu- sical program was rendered. Miss Lula Y. Wilson, who is touring the east, is now in New York City, she stated in a letter to the league that she was having the time of her life. Mr. Clarence Williams was in- structed to answer Miss Wilson's let- ter. After the program members marehed into the beautiful dining room where many delicious eatables were served by Mrs. Brown. EUTERPEAN CLUB. The Euterpean Club met at the resi- dence of Miss Susie Swendell, 3433 Dearborn street, Friday, May 1. Af- ter the business was transacted the hostess served a delicious luncheon, POINSETTIA EMBROIDERY. Poinsettia Embroidery Club met at ‘the residence of Mrs. Hayes. A large number of the members were present and a very interesting meeting was held, Mrs. Butler has taught the club a great many diflicult stitches. —Mrs. May Granbery. JUNIOR LEAGUE SOCIAL CLUB. Friday the Junior Teague Social Club was entertained by Raymond F. Hall at the residence of Franklin A. Henderson. "The evening was spent playing whist. The club received a new member, Archié Morgan. The host served refreshments, SALEM LITERARY SOCIETY. At Salem Baptist Church, Sunday, May 10, 3 p. m,, the literary will have that masterplece on sociology. Sub- Ject, “The Missing Link,” by Rey. John Harlan Jackson, who will tell you who Cain's Wife was, followed by a fine musical program. CRITERION CLUB. ‘The Criterion Club was entertained Friday evening at the home of Miss Emma Willlams, (538 Evans avenue. A short impromptu program was ren- dered. Mr. Edgar Holly touched the hearts of all through his clever ren- dition of French love songs. Encour- aged by excellent music, later every: one tripped the light fantastic to their hearts’ content. Miss Angel Ferguson and Mr. Claudius A. Reid were the un- @efeated whist champions. Smiles wreathed the faces of all as they par- took of the sumptuous Dutch lunch which was served in true Dutch style. SATURDAY AFTERNOON CLUB. ‘The Saturday afternoon Whist Club met May 2 at the beautiful home ot Mrs. Mitchem, 3738 Forest avenue. The monthly prizes were awarded— First, Mrs. E. Bunn, cut glass dish; second, Mrs, Mitchem, cut glass fern dish; third, Mrs. H. Goode, cut glass mustard jar. A delicious luncheon was served. All deciared Mrs, Mit- chem i charming hostess, VOLUNTEER CLUB, The Volunteer Workers’ Charity Club met at the home of Mrs, Yancy, 3842 Vincennes avenue, and had a very Interesting mecting. Members, pros ent, 23 or 30; visitors, 4. Had pleas ant time. “Mrs. Yancy all in smiles with her guests. CLOTEE SCOTT SETTLEMENT. 5025 Harper Avenue, Dr, Theo, R. Mozee will address the Sunday Afternoon Club Sunday, May 10, at 4 o'clock. Nothing has benefited the adults of the settlement as the very interesting programs that have been rendered at these Sunday afternoon meetings. Often this is the only chance many have to become in- formed on the vital issues of the day. The public is cordially invited to at- tend these interesting and enlighten- ing meetings. Mr, 1. E, Franklin, president. Last week was a busy week for the Girls’ Junior Clover Club. The girls Were preparing to show their parents at thelr first exhibition what they had learned. They succeeded beyond ex- pectations, for their parents were in attendance in large numbers and were delightfully surprised at what their own children could do, Now they are at work preparing a greater demon- stration for the public in early June, Mr. Franklin is making the scenery and has already made the stage. ‘The Sunbeam Ch, formed of little children, delighted everyone with their gymnastic dances and songs. All of the girls’ clubs will again take up sewing. The women are also anxious to begin their sewing classes, and all Who wish to take up their old and plvasamt Work may do so at once by reorganizing their class. Visitors in- vited to meet the clubs. ENTRE NOUS CLUB. Great credit is due Mr. and Mrs. Perey Ash of S646 Wabash avenue for the success of a little dancing party held at Masonic Hall, ‘Thurs- day evening, April 30, ‘The affair was slorious in every respect, informal, and the ladies present so hewitchingly. attired in a riot of beautifully colored gowns they might have been taken for fabled godesses, who had conde- scended to descend from their lofty heights to mingle their destinies with those of men. At the frappe bowl a Most beautiful young woman charm- ingly attired presided and dispensed a most deliciously prepared beverage to the gay attendance, Mrs, Late was at the punch bowl. NOTICE! Club Editors and Reporters: Please address all matter to “The Chicago Defender” and not to the editor. TUSKEGEE CLUB. Mr. Robert Ford, baritone, who ren- dered two very pleasing solos for the club last Sunday, has been engaged to sing at the convention to be held in Gary, Ind, week of May 10. A large number of members with friends have been attending the Photo Drama of Creation at the Auditorium, which Is interesting and instructive. David L, Bowen left last Saturday on his vacation to visit Tuskegee Institute and his home in Opallke, Ala, In- stallation of new officers took place last Sunday and are as follows: Chas. Dawson, president; Claude Green, vice president; Miss Zula Richardson, sec- retary; Mr. J. B. Golston, treasurer; Mr. Herman Laurence, chaplain: Mr. ©. S. Twitty, chairman of program. THE CHICAGO FRANCONIAN COL- LEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS. The college was entertained at the Douglas Center Friday evening with Prince Nmfaena Kabrega of British Fast Africa as guest of honor. The story of his native land and travels in other countries was well received. Dr. I. M. Francis, college president, spoke with courage concerning the school’s future, Musical numbers and refreshments added to the hospitality. ‘The silver offering went to assist the school. Domestic science classes for adults each Wednesday at 4 p. m, Mrs. Geneva Wilson, teacher. STRAY PAPER MAKES FRIENDS. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Savannah, Ga. May 8—The Chi- cago Defender was discovered here on the door step-by a small child and given to Miss Sylvia Waters, 201 Park avenue, who read it and became so pleased that she carried it to all the neighbors and now a whole block of people are reading the Defender and will become subscribers. Miss Waters states the paper is the most interesting weekly she has ever read. REAL HOME COMFORTS, It you are looking for a room where you can enjoy the comforts of home read our classif-7 columns. Only first-class people sdvertise in The Chicago Defender. THE SICK. Phone Auto 75-456 South Side Whitewashing and Cold Water Paint Concern For Factories, Courts, Basements, Stables, etc, Whitewashing done by brush or machine. GEO. A. MULLEN, Mgr. 42 West 35th Street List of Your Friends Under a Physl- clan's Care at Home or In the Hospitals, Mr. William Bryant, 3551 Prairie avenue, who has been sick for the past five years, is ‘still confined to his bed. | Mrs. Bessie Taylor of 4738 State street has been very fl, Mrs. Frankie Hageman of 2746 Wa- bash avenue, who has been {ll sev- eral weeks, will return to her home this week from Providence hospital. Relatives of Mr. Isaac Neely, liv. ing in the city, have news from Cape Palmas, Liberia, West Africa, stating the critical Hlness of Mr. Neely of tropical fever, at the Cape Palmas Mission, Mr. W. M. O’Neall, 5104 State street, distributor of Capellme Rad- drizzator. is quite il! at his residence, The reporter learns that overwork aud not the jaw-brealing name of his goods Is what made him ill. Phoos Douglas 4482 ewaatic Phone 71001 The LaVerdo Cafe and Buffet (Cafe Newly Opened) 3100-2 South State Street Chicago, Il. Chinese and American Restaurant In Connection, High Class Entertatners HARRY J. KELLY, Proprietors Se SC —$<$<$$__, PHONE AvTO. 74.579 WHOLESALE AND RETAIL > J. A. GRINNELL’S HOME BAKING AND DELICATESSEN DAIRY LUNCH Our Pies and Cakes are the Best in the City 3308 S. STATE STREET BRANCH STORE 4728 S. STATE STREET - - - CHICAGO PHONE AUTO 73-909 Mrs. Powell Ul. Mrs. F. B, Powell, having been quite il since November, is now in St. Luke's hospital, haying gone there last Monday, week, and had a serious operation performed by the skillful hands of Dr. Dantel Williams, Wednes- day, Mar. 6. The operation was suc- cessful. The Col. reports much im- provement. Since November Mrs. Powell was stopping with her sister, ‘Mrs, Henry Young, 3643 Prairie ave- nue, on account of not being able to cure for her home. CHICAGO WANTS AFRO- AMERICAN POLICEWOMEN Mme. C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower MME. E. M. TRUMAN treatment of the sealp with the wondes- ; ful C. J, Walker Hair Grower will absolutely grow your haiy and keep the scalp clean and healthy. Tbousands know of its value. This treatment destroys the germs that cause falling hair and baldness. With a thorough course of treatment I guarantee satisfaction. Both women and men treated. 91.00 for Treatment, 50c for Box Mme. E. M. TRUMAN, SCALP SPECIALIST Phone Auto 77-658 3122 Dearborn St. Chicago, Hl. Men Have Given Excellent Service for Years; Why Not Give Women ‘a Chanee. Race representation everywhere. ‘The Afro-American citizens of Chi cago wits a policewoman or two. Ite cently that department of the city gov- emment has appointed women of other nationalities, why not give some women of the race « chance to show their fitness for this important work. For many years this ity has had the largest number of \fro-American police officers of any other city in the country. They are « identifled with every branch of the serviec, They are in the detective bureau and in the rank fof plain clothes men and patrolinen. One is a Heutenant. He won his post tion through fitness, and every other member of the department his dent onstrated ls ability to wear a star. Such being the record, then why not a policewoman, ‘The white women ap pointed have (o be taught the game; why not inehide an Atro-\merican or two? If shrewdness, diplomacy and obeying orders form a part of the re- quirements, Chief Gleason has the pick of bundreds of reputable women of color who can and will successfully pass the physical and mental tests that the white woman did. ‘Then why not give them a chance? Mayor Har- rison and the chief have evidently tor- gotten that the slogan of the Afro- Americaa in Chicago is race represen- tallon eceryichere, © Heotestgg TRMACIC IsQinsers TS, HAMPOD) —— RirMadc) SeaeAte et: : eeeatae | WC at AIL TS INUS8{22 « ee ee ee 7 <~ Magic Shampoo Drier Co, Ne Minzeanolis, Minn, ————— Short Orders Al! Day Rogers’ Restaurant Caterers to the Elite Select Meats All Meals 25. ‘Table D'Hote 4 to $ p.m. Ala Carte Lunch, — 11:30 to 2 p..m, Breakfast, 7a.m. to 10a. m. 21 E. 33rd Street Near L Station CHICAGO Open from 7 0, m. to 10 p. m. JACK JOHNSON AND THE TWO MILLION MULATOS U.S. District Attorney Wilkerson Decries the Action of One Afro- American and Forgets the Acts of Countless White Men. At is well to know and remember the names of some Funeral Director vpon whom you caa rely in your hour of worry and need. S euesant hemi: Wie niet san cates tases es ae Ce a nr ‘The judgment of the United States Cirenit Court of Appeals in reversing the ruling of the lower court in sev- eral of the courts of the indictment upon which Jack Johnson, heavy- weight champion of the world, was convicted of violating the Mann act, was questioned Wednesday by Dis. triet Attorney Wilkerson, Mr. Wilker- son filed a petition for a rehearing of the counts Involved. His contention 4s that the judgment of the lower court should have been affirmed in every particular, Among other things be says that the champion fs making bimself and the government notorious by parading around the country with a white woman, The white woman in ques- tion ts his legal wife, and Mr. Wilker- son forgets that the two million or more mulatos in this country are here Because countless numbers of white men chose as companions women of another color and they were not their wives, Every time that Jack Johnson ig mentioned in connection with the Mann act the Chicago Defender fs re- minded of the Biblical story of trying to take the mote out of your brother's eye when you cin’t see the beam in your own. Jack Johnson is now 1 citizen of France and the talk of his return has no foundation. + Sept cmeitheds ge 3 iin wh cay Vite wa a bre cg Be ich Re Bee ee Bae, Ca! 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Finley, a towboat belonging to the Monongahela Coal and Coke Company. Pittsburgh, Pa., was sued In the court Saturday by attorneys for J, B. De Graw, a helper, who sceks $5,028 as @amages for injuries and back salary. The declaration alleges that he was injured when a line to a barge struck him on the left knee. The Finley is used by the coal com- pany for towing barges along the Ohio and Mississippi, rivers. Capt. John Keim Is master. Dan F, Elliotte and wi. A, Warriner are named as proc tors for the libelant. Dr. George Cleveland Hall announ- ces the removal of his office and resi- denco May 1, 1914, to 3408 South Park avenue, Chicago. Hours, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8p. m. Sundays by appointment only, Telephone Douglas 4111. 25-29-16. MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC "All Passes, Art Alone Endures". PAGE SIX JOTTINGS THEATRICAL AND OTHERWISE. There is a song out, more or less popular, entitled "What It Takes to Make You Love Me, I've Got It." As this is the age of paraphrasing we might say what it takes to make a first-class vaudeville house, the management of the Grand has it. For where week after week they dig up such new and novel acts is a mystery. The other houses don't seem to have them. The first half of the week McGee and Rocco opened the bill, and their dancing was immediately recognized as classy and far above the average; their team work was excellent, and they interjected a number of original steps that made their work distinctive. Jerome and Barry made child's play out of balancing each other on their heads while they danced to the tune of a routine melody. They were good, and the audience told them so. "Thanksgiving," a pathetic and intensely human sketch of under life, was presented admirably by Nell Elsling and company. Gilbert Losee had one of those accommodating voices that allowed him to sing from bass to soprano. His turn was pleasing and he got away leaving a good impression. Outside of Kead's dogs being noisy there was very little that they did worthy of mention. The tango contests are becoming more animated, though seemingly the patrons are getting tired of them. We understand the management is contemplating presenting each Saturday night a novelty in the form of a "country store." Coupons will be issued to patrons, and the storekeeper will turn over some fifteen or twenty packages to the holders of lucky numbers. This should create no end of fun, and make that the banner night of the week. ORCHESTRA HALL. James Recce Europe and His Famous Twenty. By Tony Langston The Castles, world's foremost dancers, with the strongest company of terpsichorean artists ever brought together, gave two entertainments at Orchestra Hall Monday afternoon and evening, and packed the immense auditorium from pit to dome. Aside from the foreign classical dances presented by the members of the company, which comprised the very cream of America's best dancing talent, interest centered upon the wonderful array of musical talent under the leadership of J. Reece Europe, which travels with the Castle aggregation and which furnishes the entire program, including all the overtures and dancing numbers used by the company. In all probability this orchestra stands today the best equipped and trained organization of its kind in the world, and the very fact that the Castles use it exclusively on this, their initial tour, testifies to the extreme quality of the orchestra. It must have been a revelation to the uninitiated when they heard the wonderful music produced by the colored orchestra, which was actually the first of its kind to handle the entire program of a white organization of class in this house; but the Castles are entirely justified in their choice, as we doubt that it would be possible to assemble a better qualified and more thoroughly competent orchestra than this one. James Reece Europe is justly proud of the musical ability of his organization, and the Castles are to be congratulated on their choice of musical director. / The Grand. Holman, "The Happy Frog," with a special swamp stage setting, opened the bill here the last half of last week and proved to be positively the best contortionist seen here for a long time. Thompson and Cross, the "Indian and the Coon," sustained their reputations as first-class performers, their vocal efforts being far above the average. Cross's songs especially being well rendered. "The Second-Story Man," a one-act drama from the pen of Upton Sinclair, the famous Socialist, dealing with the conditions existing between the laboring and the moneyed classes, was full of intense interest, and was well presented by A. Furness Lenz and company. Murphy and Klein, cabaret entertainers, and the Swain Osman trio of acrobats rounded out a bill that was first class from start to finish. The offerings the first half of this week included McGee and Reece, international dancers who are real dancers; Jerome and Barry, rythm equilibrists who performed remarkable stunts of balancing in full street costume; Neil Ellsing and company in a fifteen-minute scenic singing act called "Bengkusgiving," the best part of which was the "scene" end of it; Gilbert Losee, a vocalist of merit with a range reaching from a clear falsetto to a deep bass, and Reed's acrobatic bulldogs, one of the best "hound" acts on the road. New Monogram. Miller and Johnson, song and dance artists, opened the bill here, and Pinkey and Lorraine, a new sister act on this time, did some rapid-fire talk, dance and song stuff that went well, and with a little instruction in the art of "makeup" would present a classier appearance. Hattle Garland, soubrette, made good in her usual style, and the well-known team of Cumby and Warfield put it over, as usual. Next week Kittle Sherman, Lewis and Lewis, "Frisco Four, and Johnson and Rector. The absence of the cornet this week was very noticeable and weakened what has been heretofore a well-balanced orchestra. Dorsey is good, but he's not a whole brass band. Old Monogram. Buster and Rockpile, a crackerjack team from the East, played a return engagement here, and their efforts were well received. Muriel Ringgold, a coquettish soubrette, had the audience with her from start to finish, and deserved all the applause she received. John Bailey, monologist par excel- lence, gave us a nice clean act that was heartily applauded, and he seems to be even more popular than ever. Davenport and Davenport repeated their former success, and closed a bill that was a good one throughout. Next week here Mills Sisters, Tim Owsey and Sam Davis, Annetta Link and Noel Washington. To Celebrate Birthday "Bill" Able of Kentucky, and chief entertainer at the Mineral Spring Cafe, is preparing to celebrate his birthday. His many friends are anxiously waiting. The Lincoln. Business at the Lincoln has been good during the week, considering the unfavorable weather conditions. A few of the features offered during the week were Washington at Valley Forge, The Sea Coast of Bohemia, Laicite Love No. 5, Perils of Pauline No. 1, the Ruby Circle, and Dangers of the Velvet, an African jungle picture of absorbing interest. The orchestra here now has five pieces, and the music is one. The States. This house is steadily gaining in popularity, and the offerings during the week were extraordinarily strong. The Brute, Zingo, Perils of Pauline, the Dream Woman, Search for the Castways, War Is Hell, and the Pathe Weekly Review were among the best multireel features shown. A special arrangement has been made by Manager Morris Salik where the sensational moral picture, "Dope," will be shown on Sunday, May 10. The Washington Business has been big here all weeks and Manager Kaplan presented, among other specials, the Death Warrant, Tangled Tangolists, Her Big Scoop (newspaper drama, not a coheaver's feature), Gray Eagle's Last Stand, and Kathlyn No. 10 to come Sunday. Sunday matinee at 2:45. Miss Maud Roberts. Miss Maud Roberts will be one of the principal soloists at the Umbrian Glee Club concert Tuesday night, May 19. She will make her debut as a real trained singer, since she has been under the instruction of Chicago's leading vocal teacher at Chicago's conservatory of Music. Several friends will remember her with a huge bunch of flowers. CHORAL STUDY CLUB RECITAL The Choral Study Club will present Glade's Crusaders on Monday evening, June 1, at Institutional Church, at 8:15 p. m. A chorus of sixty voices will render this beautiful work. It is the first time to have been sung in Chicago. It will be one of the best concerts ever given by the club. Admission, 35 cents. Solosists among the favorites of Chicago: Soprano, Mrs. Lilla D. Jackson; tenor, Mr. Walter E. Gossette; baritone, Mr. Frank B. Waring; musical director, Mr. George E. Duncan, Jr. ON AND OFF THE STROLL By Columbus Bragg. Mr. William Oscar Brown, basso profundo with the Philomelas party, has been selected to portray the role of Ziza in Big White Show at the Olympia Theater in the near future. He will make good. Madane Anita Pittl Brown, our globe-trotting diva, has romped back home from a triumphal success abroad. Yes, Lola, she is here for a while. Madame Jennie Watts Brown, our own jennie, of Ethiopia's foremost dramatic readers and character impersonators, was called east last Monday and will be detained a few days by the Pittsburghers, as the madame is very popular in Pittsburgh, Pa., as well as Philadelphia, Pa. Also she will give a recital at the white high school building big auditorium at Kittanning, Pa., in the city's largest auditorium, to a mixed audience, as more reserved scats have been sold to white people than to Afro-Americans. The elite of the city of both races are vicing with each other to receive the artist. She has simply set society agog. On her entrain home she is forced to stop in Ohio to fill some where. That ain't nothing. Look where she is from—Chicago. She will be assisted by Madame Margaret Cross, contralto, McKeesport, Pa.; Madame Mayne Dixon, accompanist, of Ford City, Pa.; Mille, Lola Enty, piano, McKeesport, Pa. Say, who is it? What can define the glory of those existing moments when the human soul dispelling all inharmonious thoughts, tingles and vibrates in unison with the whispering of the muses that dwell within? Ugh! Why, our own Jennie. Miss Rebecca Allen, now playing in cabaret of the popular Plaza Cafe, where she romps around in triumphal success, she proceeds straightway to imbue her audience with that sweet enthusiastic disposition which is an asset whom happen to possess the same. She plunges headlong between her song numbers with graceful gyrations in dancing. All eyes are centered on the winome miss, as they more than focus on Charles Gilliam, the great trap drummer using so many different bells, chimes, xylophones and trap effects until you would think there was a dozen drummers playing at one time supported by a first-class orchestra. Both clever. Miss Alberta Hunter is in the city en route to Cleveland, Ohio. Madame Eudora Fisher Lockett and Madame Gosseth and Coleman have formed a lyric quartet and will play out-of-town dates in the near future. That ought to make mighty sweet singing uchi? Now the practicable minded persons or music loving devotees would offhand be considered insane if they miss hearing Sallie Lee Johnstone. She gets away from the drawl or pastoral ideas, which affords a striking contrast for her ensuing frivolity. Under the director of amusement, Mr. Lovey Joe, of the Popular Elite Cafe. Says there is no limit to the entertain- THE CHICAGO DEFENDER Tuesday May 19, 1914 = 8:30 P. M. MR. ALLEN MISS ROBERTS MR. HANN CORNELIUS W. PIERCE President THE UMBRIAN GLEE CLUB H. W. HAMMOND Secretary Will give an Evening With Negro Composer at Quinn Chapel, A. M. Church 24th Street and Wabash Ave. Assisted by MISS MAUDE J. ROBERTS, Lyric Suprano, and MR. WM. HANN, Openic Baso General Admission 25c. All other seats 2 bits ment at this fashionable house patrons receive at this house. Nothing too good. The popular Miss Bernice Rideway has been signed by the manager of the great Ethiopic classic play called "Abjah," to take the role Zaspar to Cajew, a prominent role. She is clever and will make good. Winsome daughter of Madame Della O. Brown. Madame Della O. Brown, the great baritone diva, will make a trip to the coast in the near future. She is one of the race's best contriatios. Miss Lottie Merry, who is pretty, wistful, none of the uncanny sense of humor—a sense which enables her to enchain her audience by mere look and an inflection of her voice, which both are beautiful, is very elegant young lady. A notable personage, very fascinating. As for her playing the piano and singing at the El Cenzo Cafe cabaret I have in mind she should be at a fashionable girl's school. A real teasing, tantalizing, brown skin charmer. So sweet that girl. Madame Ella Isreal is in the city. We expect something to happen sure enough now. Miss Hattie Garland, a dashing soubrette of the first water, an unset jewel, an artist. She sings good and dances better. Is doing a clever single at the Monogram No. 2, formerly Merit Theater. Pinky and Lorraine are a great team. Faces, figures, costumes all beautiful of the little misses. They are clever. Miller and Johnson heading the bill at the Monogram, should be held over until the millennium! ush? Madame Anis Sanders, a beautiful earthy species nosegay of mild emotions, and incidents, a comfortable, engaging, wholesome affair, she possessing the mysterious elements which the multitude of strollers want in looking for efficiency in entertainment. Madame Esther Blijou, the croole beauty, with that chic personality, and her skill of uttering them, will please you very much with other examples of her flashing intellect, a brilliant girl, will be seen in the near future on the Stroll as the Fictus of the "Ahjah," the Ethiopian classic play. She is clever. The Ten Dark Knights are in the city. Are they warriors? No, Starks; just some more musicians. The leader, Mr. Heiderson Smith, is the oldest band leader of the Afro-American race today, and the best. That all now. Billy will be seen on the stroll in the near future. A big-time act. Mr. Nolan T. Washington is the peer of whistlers and bird imitation and has been booked with the same big production. He sings well also. Mr. Joe and Amanda Russells, two first-class artists, are playing over the big time, and receiving all you might expect of a good act, success in all the best white houses. A clever team, as Mrs. Russell is beautiful as well as a good artist, while Joe delivers the fun packages in bunches. Muriel Ringold was held over. No. Billy Starks, not by a judge. But by Mr. Klein, to play an encore of another week to his fashionable audience that patronizes the Monogram Theater. She is a real comediene. Buster and Rockpile share honors, heading the bill with Miss Ringold. Clever team. James Lailey does a nice single, Good. Davenport and Davenport, a great team, make up the bill at the Monogram No. 1. A good show. UMBRIANS WERE PLAYED A TRICK BY FORESTERS. Everybody knows of the annual sermon of the Ancient Order of Foresters, but not a soul was able to fathom their motive in arranging a program such as was given last Sunday evening, which fully came up to their expectations and proved to be a wonderful master stroke. A wave of pleasant surprises swept over the faces of that noble body when the master of ceremonies announced that more than two-thirds of the Umbrian Glee Club were Foresters, and urged them to support the club on May 19 at Quinn Chapel in their "Evening with Race Composers." It was readily seen that they secured Miss Maudie Roberts and Mr. Wm. Hann, the stars of the coming concert, to render a number so all might have a taste of what to expect that night. It had the effect. So great was the spirit of loyalty and enthusiasm manifested by the two lady circles to support their brother Umbrians that a large number of tickets were sold then and there. They can now boast of an advance sale of 517 tickets at this writing and the indications are to comply with orders they may have to close the doors at 8:15 o'clock. The Poinsettia Embroidery Club ladies are patronesses and will attend in a body. A. NOSIE. COLORED COMPOSERS' CONCERT. On the 2nd of June, 8:15, at Orchestra Hall, I beg to announce the appearance of the following artists: Mr. Ernest R. Amos, baritone, Washington, D. C.; Mme. Anita Pitta Brown, soprano, Chicago; Mr. R. Nathaniel Dett, pianist, of Hampton Institute, Hampton, Va.; Mr. Theodore Taylor, accompanist, and Mr. W. E. Gossette, organist, supported by an excellent chorus. This is the first colored composers concert given in the northwest where artists who have given years of study to the art are secured. I am presenting to Chicago's music lovers two new features—First, a duet from S. Coleridge Taylor's "Endymion's Dream," "I Doubt No More, I Love." This duet is considered by musicians to be the most exquisite of all known to the English language. The second feature is the appearance of our best composer for the piano, R. Nathaniel Dett, who will play two of his widely known and accepted compositions, "Magnolia Suite" and "In the Bottoms Suite." These compositions are used in two of our leading conservatories here and are spoken of as being worthy by Mr. Gunn of the Chicago Tribune. I have exercised care in bringing to you artists who are capable of doing the work and have given months of study to the selection of my program. I shall be happy to have you hear the first program where every number on it is a composition by colored composers and rendered by capable artists of the same race. W. HENRY HACKNEY. Prices: Boxes seating six persons, $9; first floor, $1; balcony, 75 cents; gallery, 50 cents. There will be no exchange of tickets; there will be no sale of tickets at box office until ten days before concert. Reservations, however, may be made by writing W. Henry Hackney, 3751 Forest avenue, phone Douglas 6054. —Adv. MAY MUSICAL. The Orange Club of Bethel A. M. E. Church presents Miss Bettiola Fortson, poetess; Mr. J. Wyatt Houston, violinist; Mr. Theo. P. Bryant, barton, in concert, Monday evening, May 11.-Mrs. Leach Woodard, president; Rev. T. A. Smythe, pastor.-Adv. 3. THE FRUIT OF HIS FOLLY. The five act drama given by the Progressive Dramatic Club was a great success. The Berean Church was crowded to the doors and every one present expressed the opinion that it was a second "Talaboo" and should not be confined to churches alone. The Dramatic Club of Glencoe turned out in full, led by their manager, Miss Bessie L. Baker, to witness the performance. The success of the club is due to its hard working managers, Messrs. William T. Biglow and Luroy B. Hayes. PROF. A. E. GREENLAW'S SONG RECITAL CANCELLED. The Club of 1910-11 of Bercan Baptist Church regrets very much to announce to the public their disappointment in the failure of Prof. A. E. Greenlaw, one of the world's greatest colored singers, to break his previous engagement to be with us as expected at the Institutional Church. Thursday evening, May 14. The club also wishes to announce that the Williams' Colored Jubilee Singers are expected to sing at the Institutional Church before leaving the city—Charles Smith, president; Rosa Morgan, secretary. GRAND HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH BAZAAR. The Household of Ruth will give a bazaar beginning Monday evening, May 18, and continuing May 19, 20 and 21, at Bethel A. M. E. Church, 30th and Dearborn streets. This will be the first bazaar of its kind ever given in the northwest. The slogan is "On to Boston," 17th B. M. C. Admission, each evening, adults 15 cents, children 10 cents. Tickets on sale at Franklin's notion store, 3109 State street. CHICAGO THESPIANS ENTERTAINED AT PITTSBURGH BY FAMOUS TOMMY BATES. FAMOUS TOMMY BATES. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Pittsburgh, Pa., May S.—Mr. Tommy Bates gave an elaborate luncheon in honor of Misses Rosa Brown and Lizzle Wallace at his home. Mr. Bates was a school chum of Miss Wallace at Washington, D. C., and it has been five years since they have seen each other. Mrs. Bates prepared a delightful repast for the two Chicago artists, who made a tremendous hit here. He conducts an up-to-date tonsorial parlor on Wiley avenue. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Harris, Arthur Rhodman, Silas Young, Guy Scott, Miss Pearl Banks, Mrs. Viola Chum, Chas. Johnson, Miss Grace Taylor, Miss Ethel Williams, Mr. and Mrs. John Bates, Mr. Tommy Bates and mother and two, Mrs. Richard and James Bates. WILLIAM TYLER IS LEADING VIOLINIST FOR THE CASTLES. William Tyler, son of Henry Tyler of 7116 Langley Ave. and a product of Chicago, spent a few days in the city as the guest of his father during the past week. Mr. Tyler is making his home in New York, but at present is traveling as leading violinist with the orchestra that is accompanying Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Castle on their tour, the world's renowned fancy dancers. AMERICAN GIANTS ANNEX ANOTHER GAME AMERICAN GIANTS ANNEX ANOTHER GAME Toy with the Champion St. Joe Team—Crowd Turns Out But are Slightly Disappointed—Mgr. Foster Promises to Bring Strong Teams from East Here. CHICAGO GIANTS LOSE 1 TO 0. Grace Team Wins First Game—New Faces in Line-up—Defenders Win Minus Their Regular Men—Other Sports. By Frank A. Young. The American Giants won another game Sunday but it was more of a practice game than a real affair, for the Giants collected nineteen safe bingles while the ever great Rube Foster without any trouble held the champion independent team of St. Joe, Michigan, to seven lowsy hits. It was a runaway game and the score ended 12 to 6. More runs could have been scored but so great a lead had been obtained that the Giants took unnecessary chances on the paths and as a result were caught several times. The visitors hit Foster hard in the fifth and the eighth innings; four of their seven hits were for two bases while five were punctured with pitched balls. Braniff was hit three times. Foster walked two and struck out five. The fair sex was out as usual. The crowd was large despite the fact that the Pythians had their annual sermon at 3 o'clock. Mgr. Foster will open with the Cubans the 24th and on that date the week day games will start. After that series the famous Lincoln Giants will come, also the Lincoln Stars. The two Lincoln teams are split up this year. McMahon, owner of last year's Giants, has the Stars this year. Pierce and Gatewood will be with them, also many other faces that are familiar with the sport living public of this burg. The Royals from Brooklyn are on the list and the Mohawk Giants from Schenectady, N. Y. So there are plenty of hard games for the American Giants. Score of Sunday's game: R. H. I. E. Giants ...1 3 0 1 3 3 2 0 *-13 19 0 St. Joseph 0 0 0 0 2 0 4 0 -6 7 5 Two base hits -Lynch (2), Wallace, Penfold, Hill. Struck out -By Foster, 5; by Trinkase, 2. Bases on balls - Off Foster, 2. Time -1:50, Umpire - Fitzpatrick. The Giants at Gary. The Chicago Giants opened the Indiana ball season at Gary and lost to the steel men one to nothing in a pitchers' duel between Diamond and Crawford. Bosworth's double in the first inning, an infield out, putting rim on inning, then a passgall allowed the only run. Crawford struck out eight men and Diamond ten. Each allowed three hits apiece. Brilliant work by both teams were the features. The Chicago Giants have one of the best teams that they have had in years. The Grace Sunday school team opened their season by defeating Buena Park Saturday at Washington Park 9 to 5. Mat Washington started the game but gave way in the third inning to Wilson, who hurled some classy ball. Amour Henderson relieved Peacher at first during the last part of the game. The North Siders got away in the lead, the score being 7 to 2 in their favor, but two great little rallies, one in the seventh and another in the eighth, won for the boys. They lined up as follows: Tim Reeves, Ray Reeves and Capt. Baker in the gardens; Peacher at first, Henderson finishing the game on the initial sack; Andrew Rafford at the keystone sack, Rube Thomasson on third and Pete Madden at short scoping them up. Washington started in the box, giving way to Wilson, and Hardy did the receiving. Mr. Bronson was there and so was the smile. Sporting Notes. Quinn was out for practice under Capt. Washington and he will through this column announce his line-up next week. The Defenders minus their regular men won a practice game Sunday morning. They will open their regular season against Dr. Plummer's nine. The Lincoln A. C. will be out Sunday. Portlock, Desby, Dade and many of the football stars will be in the line-up. Samuel Peyton, Jr., won the cup as all round athlete at the Morehouse college. Sam is a Chicago boy. Here he is again we told you so. H. Binga Desmond, tried out for the half-mile with a strong possibility of going to Philadelphia next year with the strong University of Chicago twomile relay team. Saturday on his first work out he made it in 2:12, Monday he went the distance in 2:08 and Tuesday he reeled it off in 2:05. Go to it, we are with you, for there are many who said that the Hon. Mr. Stagg barred the dark face and we are of the opinion that most who say so either are talking from hearsay or have failed to deliver the goods, for Mr. Stagg is of the show me kind. The junior wins from the senior class at baseball in the Y. M. C. A. inter-class game. The youngsters are putting up a good brand of ball. Walker of Evanson Academy went to the interscholastic games held in Milwaukee Saturday and won first place in the quarter-mile and first in the trial heat, also of the final of the "220." COLTS ARE READY. In this unusually active baseball season it is not only the professional teams that make good, but many semipros. On the south side Ralph Buglio manages a sprightly team called the "Colts." Any good nine looking for a good game can address him at 4952 State street. At the Top and Bottom. Of all the people in Europe the French have the fewest children and the Irish the most. PEERLESS ORCHESTRA The Guara Guaranteed Feature Manufacturers of French Plumes, all styles of fancy Ostrich feathers. Beautiful fancies made from old Wing, curling and dyeing, all Plumes made snow white promptly attended. C. LAMBERT, SECOND FLOOR La Ave. TELEPHONE DOUGLAS 7926 Mount Glenwood 2115 Dearborn St, Polk St. Station; 2125 at 4720 East St. (Englewood.) Call our office and arrange Cemetery Association, GRADUATE O HAIR GRO Treatment of the scalp with the wonderful lice person who longs for a full growth of lux any such treatment on the market. Sure to be satisfied. Men are treated body, manufactured hair goods. Even full System of Poro is $35.00. Those which includes a box of Poro. 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The full System will pay $1.50 which include 1245 W. 74th PLAN $500 CASH A BA In a 2-flat brick, stone best transportation in the city. Each flat has a separate The tenant runs his own steal and balance like rent. Call at our office for f BOWERS, LL Douglas 986 HOURSI 10 A. M. TO 10 P. M. The Largest PRACTICE Al Brass and String Ma Visit the Free Monthly Ticket W. L. 3109 STATE ST. The N Continuous Vault Change of Prog FINEST T 3110-12 State S Postformers Mme. Speigle's treatment of the scalp with the wonderful Poro Hair Grower insures to the person who longs for a full growth of luxurious hair the best possible results of any such treatment on the market. After two months the hair is treated and is maintained are treated as well as woman. Manicuring, chirippy, manufactured hair goods is taught. The Full System of Poro is $35.00. Those wishing treatment will pay $1.50 which includes a box of Poro. Residential work. ```markdown ``` BARGA ck, stone trim, near Garfield Blvd. in the city. separate entrance, steam plant, basement own steam plant. We will accept a s- tent. ce for further particulars. S. LEIBRANDT & C 86 6 E. In a 2-flat brick, stone trim, near Garfield Blvd. Convenient to the best transportation in the city. Each flat has a separate entrance, steam plant, basement and back yard. The tenant runs his own steam plant. We will accept a small cash payment and balance like rent. Call at our office for further particulars. BOWERS, LEIBRANDT & O'BRIEN HOURS! 10 A. M. TO 10 P. M. PHONE AUTOMATIC 74-89 The Largest, Best and Cheapest PRACTICAL MUSIC SCHOOL Al Brass and Stringed Instruments, Violin, Plan Mandolin and Guitar Visit the Free Monthly Recitals at our School by the Tickets Given at School. Conducted by W. L. JACKSON, 3109 STATE ST. BUY THE CHICAGO J. JEFFREY Secretary and Manager Phone Oakland 5166 GUARANTEED MUSIC FURNISHED FOR ALL OCCASIONS Rates Reasonable 656 E. 42nd STREET --- C. E. MILLER President and Director Weather Co. French and Willow fancies, made from beautiful French Plume Old Willows. Clean- ing, all shades. White white. Mail orders RT, Prop. CHICAGO Good Cemetery 25 at 47th and Walks Bld. and arrange for transportation. 3125 South State Street Auto. 71-806 PHONE STEWART 283 GROWER Wonderful Poro Hair Grower of luxuriant hair the best market. After two months treated as well as womens. Everything stated here. Those wishing treatment residential work. CHICAGO, ILL. DEMOCRACY ON TRIAL 1st Installment-Chapter I. These infamies strike at the very cord of social progress and make a blameless constitution an anatomized hypocrisy. We relate the following exposure to prove that the "moth of decay" has already begun its work of destruction: United States Senator John H. Mitchell of Oregon was found guilty on July 4, 1905, of participation in land fraud to cheat the United States government. He was sentenced to six months in jail and $1,000. He died before sentence went into effect. The city of Pittsburgh was found honeycombed with graft on March 22, 1910; thirty-five councilmen confessed to having received bribes from six banks for naming the said banks as depositories for city money. In all $100,000 was paid to seventy-one of these indicted criminals. Abraham Ruef, boss of San Francisco, was imprisoned March 1, 1911, for fourteen years for selling out that city's rights to corrupt interests. Eugene Schmitz, mayor of San Francisco, in 1906 sent to jail for selling out the people who elected him. PETER H. PUBLIC TREASON. Public treason is the term we use to signify the effort to defeat certain well defined public statutes created for the protection of the people. This endeavor has been accomplished in a number of instances through and by rank dishonesty. The voter has been appealed to for his support in the name of patriotism, while, at the same time, those who sought to gain the political power were using this method as a means to gain office, intending to defeat the very principles which they espoused. Wrongs of this nature against the rights and dignity of the people can be characterized with no other term than that of public treason. Betraying the people through treasonable acts has a double significance; it not only destroys public confidence, but it also renders the effect of law impossible. Treason is a wrong, baser than all others. It destroys not only individual rights, but community rights. It strikes at the foundation of democratic government, because it can not exist without loyalty and patriotism. It makes impossible the unity of states or the loyalty of individuals. It precedes anarchism; it promotes lawlessness and increases homicide. It casts aside the profound solemnity of an oath and makes a mockery of the use of the word God. It pheses our flag in the reach of its enemies, and denies home, flushes, and country that priceless protection which manhood, honor and loyalty would create. It is the poisonous arrow which would carry death to republican institutions. When men are betraying their city they are betraying their country. When they are disloyal to their oath they are common enemies of their country. If they are willing to sacrifice their country to an enemy in time of peace, how much more would they contribute to its destruction in times of war? Thus, a grave menace to our national existence is to be found in the man who will betray public confidence. If the oath of any citizen to uphold the flag of his country is not a sacred row with him, then what power have we over mankind which will be binding upon him, that we may depend upon him to exercise that sense of moral duty which this solemn administration implies? Or what method have we to secure an obligation which would be honored by all men? They who falsify an oath are not criminals of the common type, but they belong to a degenerate class beneath that of the common criminal. For that reason public officials who betray the people are men of the lowest type. Betraying the public under a cloak of honesty means absolute destruction of public confidence, and the crushing out of our national patriotism. Its structural work, like massive girders of steel, is wrought from the forge of molten metal heated by the concentrated fires of patriotism. When we destroy these fires we cease to have a power to mould sentiment into law. The strength of the government is dependent upon those whom we trust to maintain and keep alive the burning fires of patriotism—our public officials. If they betray us, who will protect the patriotic spirit whose noble purpose is a greater race and a higher civilization? When we contribute our energies towards the institution of law as a foundation of progressive power, the most vital consideration to us is those whom we entrust with the validity of the law. Confidence in this instance misplaced destroys the very fabric upon which society is based. The protection of the government rests with the guardians of the law. Those who would weaken its powers are those who will not protect it. When it becomes known that any public official is dishonest, it not only lowers the dignity of that official, but at the same time it brings the sanctuary of the law into disarray. --- The seed of unarchism is pregnant from the germ of lawlessness, growing and developing stronger and stronger as official dishonesty becomes more prevalent with us. Dishonest practice by those sworn to uphold the constitution of the country can have but one effect, namely, that of creating prejudice against all laws; and it is with this crime that the spirit of lawlessness is carried to the very root, age, even into the core and foundation of society. By Z. WITHERS "Our Inheritance" was sentenced to five years of incarceration, but was released after serving nine months. George B. Cox, boss of Cincinnati, recently indicted on the charge that he perjured himself before a grand jury in March, 1996, when he denied receiving any of the interest paid by several banks to county treasurers as recompense for depositing county funds. Cornelius V. Collins was forced to resign a few days ago for fear of legislative investigation into alleged graft in New York state prison, of which he had been head since 1898. Senator William Lortimer of Illinois was tried and acquitted of using bribes to secure election, and now faces a second inquiry in view of new testimony that a $500,000 slush fund was raised by the lumber interests and others to "put him over." Charles H. Hyde, Gaynor's chamberlain of New York City, was forced to resign after being indicted by the grand jury a short time ago on a charge of receiving bribes in connection with the wrecking of the Carnegie Trust Company, in which his friends, Cammins, Reichman and Robin, were interested and in which bank he deposited $1,000,000 city funds in spite of its rotten condition. The city stands to lose nearly a half million. And it is interesting to find in the daily press the following account of the legislature scandal at Columbus, O. May 17, 1911: "Grand jury takes rest after indicting two more senators. Besides Representative Evans of Stark county and Senator E. T. Crawford of Carroll, A. Clark Lowry is reindicted. Senator Edgar T. Crawford of Stark-Carroll district, is charged with soliciting a bribe of $200 from W. H. Cook of Springfield, secretary of the Ohio Butchers and Grocers' Association, on the trading stamp bill, which he introduced. Bond $5,000." Representative Owen J. Evans of Stark county is accused of soliciting a bribe of $650 from John F. Weirs, secretary-treasurer of the Stark Tuscarawas Brewing Company of Canton, to vote for the Dean "Wet" Municipalities bill. Representative C. Clark Lowry of Lawrence county is charged with soliciting a bribe of $1,500 from Opha Moore, secretary of Ohio Manufacturers' Association, to vote and work against the women's nine-hour bill." If we compare the acts of these men, who were morally deprived, with those who were disloyal to their country, men of the type of Benedict Arnold or Jefferson Davis, we will trace the same selfish desire for personal gain; the utter lack of moral willpower evidenced by a willingness to submit to wrong for the gain of a few paltry dollars. The former were traitors to the cause of freedom, the latter enemies of its institution. SOUTH BEND, IND. South Dend, May 8.—The celebration of the thirty-fifth Pythian Period was observed by Lightfoot No. 21, V. R. K. of P. at Zion Baptist church on the 3rd inst. Preceding the celebration a full quota of members assembled at the Temple with Chancellor Commander Ed Curtis, Vice Chancellor H. H. Hill, MasterArms F. Freeman and Captain G. C. Clay and marched to the church in a body, where they were met by Daughters of North Star Court of _____ and escorted to the altar. An eloquent address on Pythianism was delivered by Mr. I. Roberts of Kokomo, Ind, the church was taxed to its capacity, and a handsome offering was realized. Mr. H. Patterson of Omaha, Neb., is registered at the Palace. ^Green wall. Said when they saw the five candidates emerge from the pool Sunday, "I wish I were one of them." Advice: Young man, you have your own night key, why choose darkness. Have purchased tickets on the Honeymonn express. What the Brotherhood of Zion has agreed to. Said the Elliot's Giants would begin practice November 31. "Slitting Bull" is. Why Mr. Ed Cookie is wearing the smile that won't come off. Congratulations from the boys, Mr. Cookie. A 12-pound boy is a pretty good record. G. W. is anxious about a certain date in June. Mrs. S. C. Clay wishes to thank her many friends for their kindness during her recent illness. Mrs. Clay is convalescing rapidly, and mingling with her friends. Mr. A. B. Cummins, torsional artist of Chicago, is assisting Mr. V. A. Lyons, local torsionalist, in attending to his Afro-American patrons of S. B. A cordial invitation extended to all visiting friends. St. Peter's Lodge No. 31, F. & A. M. has completed its program for Friday evening, May 15. Those who will participate are as follows: Invocation, C. E. Allen, D. D.; march, Imp. orchestra; selection, Harmonious Four; reading, M. D. Powell; piano solo, Miss D. Coker; wit and humor, Mr. G. C. Clay; cornet solo, Mr. C. Galloway; reading, Mrs. Hutchinson; vocal solo, Mr. P. W. Reese; address, Attorney J. W. Thomas; solo, Mr. C. W. Kitrell; selection, Imp. orchestra; vocal solo, Mr. George Moore; piano solo, Mrs. G. Clarke. Committee of arrangements, E. Stewart, J. W. Wade, L. L. Roberts, H. Gordon, William Manning, A. Dungey, Charles Ash. Admission. 25 cents. Mr. H. S. Steward has been rewarded for meritorious service by Mr. Warring of the Oliver. Mr. Stewart is capably filling the position as captain of No. 2 watch. Moral: To the victor belongs the spoils. Major Jackson of the First regiment, Third battalion, U. R. K. of, P. of Kokopan, Ind., was a visitor to our city on the 3d, and assisted Captain G. C. Clay in his spectacular pagan of the local order. Mr. Powell of 418 South Main street has the progressive spirit and urges his fellow brothers to patronize Afro-American enterprises. Mrs. Carroll Homsby is all smiles. Both are doing well, I thank you. It's a boy. One of South Bend's most highly accomplished young indies is Miss Mabel Randolph, who on last Sunday was immersed by Rev. Mcade at Zion pool. Miss Randolph's many friends are happy indeed that she is one of the chosen. Each week there will be something said about the most popular young lady of South Bend, or the most popular young man. So order your paper in advance. You're next. Let everybody boost the colored Y. P. C. association, the church's home and club, next Sunday. A four-round boxing match at the Majestic Theater between "Kid Trouble" and "Kid Swift," local colored artists, last Friday, May 1, resulted in a draw. Both have been rematched for the 5th inst. "Kid Trouble" challenges any 120 to 133-pound boxer in the world. Address Mr. Clarence Elliott, manager, Polk street and Hubbard court. What you read about other Afro-Americans you'll read of yourself in these columns if you order in advance. Mr. Cy King, liverman; Mr. V. A. Lyons, barber; Mr. R. A. Sanders, drayman, and Mr. Haitchcock, contractor, would form a strong nucleus for a business men's league in South Bend. The many friends of Miss Hazel Johnson were deeply affected at her untimely death at Chicago. Miss Johnson was a graduate of the 1913 class, high school of Mishawaka, an accomplished musician, and was well beloved by all who knew her. She is survived by her father and two sisters, Mr. Lem Johnson and Misses Dorothy and Marie Johnson. The body will be brought home for interment in the family burial lot. Mr. J. B. Mickey is out again after a few days' illness. Sunday at the Churches. Mt. Zion—Morning service, 10:30. Sunday school, 12 m. B. Y. P. U. 6 to 7. Evening service, 7:30. Rev. Medeo, pastor. Olivet A. M. E.-Morning service, 10:30. Dr. Allen will preach to the mothers, mothers' day being observed, Sunday school, special program, 3 to 4 p.m. Evening service, 7:30. Mrs. Miller, one of the leading white ladies of the city, will speak. Miss Evangeline Kitrell captivated a large and appreciative audience at Olivet A. M. E. Church Sunday evening with a beautiful solo entitled "Flee as a Bird." A paper will be read Sunday evening at 8 p.m. by Mrs. Cora Ash. Mr. Charles Kitrell will sing a solo at Olivet A. M. E. Rev. and Mrs. C. E. Allen spent last week at Culver, Ind., where Rev. Allen addressed a large congregation on Sunday. Rev. Allen preached the funeral of Miss Hazel Johnson at the residence of her father in Mishawaka. Interment at Bowman Cemetery. Mrs. Etta Veldes of Chicago attended the funeral. PENSACOLA, FLA. By Walker W. Thomas. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Pensacola, Fla. May 8—Last Friday the members of the Friday Evening Pleasure Club delightfully entertained at Morro de Castile Park at their first dance of the season. A large number of the young set were present. The entire Collins orchestra furnished music for the occasion. You can find all newspapers at the Palace Pharmacy on West Belmont street. Walker W. Thomas is the agent. Mr. and Mrs. O. McCall entertained last Sunday evening from 3 to 8 in honor of Miss Lillie Bell Johnson. A number of her young friends was present to enjoy the afternoon. Refreshments were served. Great preparations are being made for the closing of the Pensacola high school. Prof. M. N. M. Bennett is in charge of the musical program, which will be one of the highest order. Mr. Norman A. Cox has removed his tint and sheet metal works at 504 South Palafax street. His is one of the largest works of its kind in the city and is owned entirely by Mr. Cox, who has about 15 young men in his employ. We learn that Mr. Johnnie Beese is making good on the baseball team of Moorehouse College, formerly Atlanta Baptist College. This is good news to his many friends, who wish him every success this season. Mr. Willie Johnson of this city, who some years ago joined the navy, has recently purchased his way out. Mr. Johnson will make his home in Boston, Mass. "Only a Trip to Tangoville" will be celebrated by the members of the Young Men's Summer League Pleasure Club. This affair will be one of the most brilliant social events given this season. Cards will be issued about the first week in June. In fact, all the boys and girls from the various colleges will be home and in Pensacola vacation will be declared. Collins' entire orchestra has been engaged to furnish music for the occasion. The Palace Pharmacy will open its doors for business this week at 518 West Belmont street. This will be one of the finest drug stores in the city, with a cold drink and ice cream department. Dr. James R. Polkinghame is the proprietor of this handsome business enterprise, in which his many friends wish him success. Don't forget to report the news to Walker W. Thomas at 428 North De Villeer street, phone 8-823. Man paints most vividly a picture of his own heart when he attempts to portray others. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER GREAT FALLS. MONT. By George Mortimore. (Special to the Chicago Defender). Mr. and Mrs. H. O. Cole, Sr. who have been occupying apartments at the Robinson House, have moved into their beautiful home on Eighth avenue North. Mr. Cole, who came here a year ago from the Empire State, is proprietor of the torsional parlor in the New Milwaukee Hotel. Mr. Milford Robinson, junior member of the firm of John W. Robinson & Son, contractors, who has been attending the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor, returned home during the week. On the trip west Mr. Robinson spent several days in Kansas City, visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. D. W. Sims, wife of Rev. D. W. Sims, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, who has been very ill during the past two weeks, is now convalescing. Mr. Jim Jefferson, manager of "Slick" Merrill, a very clever middle-weight; Ed Simms, Jr., of the Simms shoe shining parlors, and Will Jackson of the Ozark club were among the sports from Great Falls who occupied ringside seats at the Dillon-Levinsky bout over in Butte last week. Smallwood Goff, a member of the track team of the Havre high school, was in the city Saturday and participated in the track meet of the high schools of northern Montana held that day. Mr. Ed Simms, who, with his son, conducts the shoe shining parlor here, has just spent several hundred dollars in remodeling his place and now has one of the finest parlors in the Northwest. Mr. Simms, who is a pioneer in Great Falls, and who had the misfortune to lose his sight several years ago, is doing a very lucrative business. Mr. D. W. Knott, who leaves next week on his annual vacation, will spend several weeks in the East with relatives and friends. The many friends of Mr. John Bigbee, one of our successful ranchers and an old and respected citizen of Great Falls, who is suffering with a cancer of the mouth, will regret to learn that there is no improvement in his condition. UNION CITY, TENN. Union City, Tenn., May 8.—The M. M. C. A, and Y. W. C. A. held a very interesting meeting at M. M. E. Church Sunday afternoon, which was opened by the president, Professor W. R. Jarrell. Prayer was led by Rev. R. E. Kirk; music by the choir, after which the roll was called by Secretary H. M. Hill, members responding with bible verses. Scripture reading by Mrs. Ella McCambell. Mr. E. H. Kirk, first year student of Meharry College, is here visiting his parents. Mrs. Georgia Starks and little son, Thomas J. R., are in the city visiting her mother, Mrs. Ellen Doan, on Dobbins street. Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Kirk very easily addressed the Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. on the subject "Why Do Young Men Take So Little Interest in Y. M. C. A. Work?" was enjoyed by all. Duet by Mrs. Ollie Powers and Mrs. Bess Simmons. Paper, Miss Davada Roper, subject "Power of Influence." Duet, Doctors S. H. J. David and Jacob Jones. Solo by Mrs. Ella McCambell. Adjourned to meet at 3:15 p. m. at the A. M. E. Church Sunday. All are invited. Miss Sadie Johnson of Cairo, Ill., is here visiting her niece, Miss Rudella Wilson, and friend, Mrs. Bess Simmons on East Matthews street. We hope for her a pleasant stay while in our city. Dr. and Mrs. E. H. Girvin left for Hickman, Ky., Saturday for a few days' visit. A most brilliant affair was given in honor of Miss Rudella Wilson at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Simmons. Music was furnished by Mr. Gentry Wade and Mr. Burse. A two-course menu was served. Each one reported a pleasant evening. The Y. W. E. met with Mrs. Cassie L. Fowkes Friday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. A. Totten are having their home repaired. The White Rose Quilting Club met at the residence of Mrs. Daisy Powers Thursday afternoon. Don't lift to vote for the most popular girl in your city. She is entitled to a diamond ring if she receives the largest number of votes. MANY GRADUATES AT TENNESSEE UNIVERSITY [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Memphis, Tenn., May S.-The University of West Tennessee held its graduating exercises at the school building, 1190 South Phillip place, Wednesday night. Twenty-five were given diplomas in medicine, five in pharmacy, three in dentistry and three in nurse training. During the year since last commencement more than 20 certificates in automobile engineering have been conferred, making more than 50 graduates the school has turned out this year. A. M. Townsend, A. M. M. D., president of Roger Williams University, Nashville, Tenn., one of the oldest and most prominent colleges in the South, delivered the annual address. SECRET SOCIETY GOSSIP Anchor of Hope Temple 84, of which Mrs. McHenry is princess, had as its invited guests Wednesday some of the state and national officers—Mrs. Laura Williams, 'national grand treasurer; Mrs. Dr. Carter, national grand organizer; Mrs. Katie Cosby, past state grand princess, and Mrs. Dora Cannon, district deputy princess. The visit was very pleasant and all of the speeches were very good as well as instructive. The W. B. F. lodges of Chicago met at 2974 South State street, April 30, for the purpose of organizing for the annual session. Mr. J. B. Street, an energetic worker in fraternal circles and master of North Star Lodge, was elected chairman. Poor Business The gain which is made at the expense of character should be set down as loss.—Pubillius Syrus. PRAIRIE STATE EVENTS The Latest News from Jacksonville, Decatur, Peoria, Braidwood, Torino and Other Illinois Towns. By Nellie Early. GRAND RAPIDS. [Special to The Chicago Defender]. Grand Rapids, Mich. May S—Leon P. Rooks, an old stage favorite, has retired from the theatrical world and settled in Grand Rapids, where he has opened a first class barber shop, the finest in northern Michigan. His popular little wife has charge of the manicuring in this shop. The Chicago Defender can always be found there. Miss Lucy Freeman of Auburn, N. V., will arrive in the city Thursday for an extended visit with Mr. A. Christian and Mrs. Gogins of 114 Welty avenue. Miss Sadie Veneble is visiting in Chicago. Mrs. Richard Herrod and Mrs. Russaw are on a concert tour through Michigan. Mrs. Herrod is Grand Rapids' favorite singer. Mrs. Della Nelson will leave for an extensive visit in Jackson and Lansing, Mich. Rev. Father Bagnall of Detroit, Mich., returned home after conducting a successful mission here in the interest of St. Phillip's Episcopal Church. Mr. Scott Huso, one of our enterprising young men, also a member of the board of directors of the Imperial Club, desires the public to be informed that he will have his new car ready by June 1 for the service of his many friends, so give him a call and support "our boy." Mr. Richard Brown of Grand Rapids, formerly manager of the Silver Tone Quartet, who was abroad five years, is also a favorite member of the Imperial Club, assisted Mr. Leon P. Rooks in a grand recital a few days ago, which proved one of the best features for many years. He also sends greetings to his many friends in and out of the profession. Messrs. S. D. Robinson and Horce Hall left Grand Rapids a few days ago for Chicago. The members of the Imperial Club gave them a swell send-off with greetings for a pleasant trip. Regulate the mind and the body will spontaneously go right.-Buddha. BRAIDWOOD, ILL. Braidwood, Ill., May 8.—The Baptist Church was well attended Sunday. It was rally day and a nice little sum was raised. Next Sunday, May 10, will be the Good Samaritan's day. Mrs. James Carrington is busy getting the children together for that day. It is said that Rolls, the chief, will be here. Miss Henretta Watkins of Joliet was in the city Sunday, visiting her parents; also Miss Alice Watkins from the country. Mr. Geo Watkins is reported better. Mr. and Mrs. Hubbard Penic entertained at dinner Sunday Mr. L. Penic, their uncle, from South Wilmington, and Mr. G. W. Malone of Torino. Torino, Ill. Torino, Ill., May 8.—Mrs. James Carrington was in the city Friday on business. Mr. William Carrington is reported ill. Mrs. Joe Jesup and little Nancy were in the city, visiting Mrs. George W. Malone, Sunday, Mrs. Malone appreciated their visit, and hopes they will come again. The Millionaire (declining to purchase post-impression creation)—Noth'n' doin'! Why, my malden a'n't eud darrn a better picture 'n that.—Punch. 9,000 Persons in Chicago are Blind HELLO, THIS IS DREXEL 1461 just call this number or drop me a call. I will call you real-dence and thoroughly examine your eyes without extra charges for the call. Day or night. Eye glasses and spectacles made to order, from £2.50 up, guaranteed. Leather, duplicated and frames re-printed 500 up. All patients looked after free for 1 year. DR. W. H. BRITT Post Graduate in Optics and Diseases of the Eye OFFICE 4710 STATE STREET OFFICE HOUSES) 8 to 11 A. M. 8 to 9 P. M. Phone Dresel 1461 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. Wood and Ice on sale. 3302 WABASH AVENUE TELEPHONE DOUGLAS 1690 CO-OPERATIVE SYST W. S. McCLU REAL ESTATE GENERAL BROKER GREAT REAL EST We furnish Chicago Title and Trust Company and are some of our Parking before buying. we Have you sought to thing what the average 10 years, with $500 down? The sum total of al- why not on a HOME? Call and see me and talk UGLAS 1690 ERATIVE REAL ESTATE SYSTEM W. S. McCLURE, Manager REAL ESTATE AND LOAD GENERAL BROKERAGE BUSINESS REAT REAL ESTATE BARGAIN To Title and Trust Company's Guarantee Policy with our regarding before buying, we make terms to suit you. So to think what the average rent of $90 per month down? The sum total of about $3,140. We take a ch E? Call and see me and talk this thing over. REAL ESTATE AND LOANS GENERAL BROKERAGE BUSINESS GREAT REAL ESTATE BARGAINS We furnish Chicago, Tulip and Trust Company Guarantee. Deliver with each property sold, call and see some of our car Bargains before buying, we make sure you want to buy. Have you stopped to think what the average rent of $20 per month would amount to in 10 years, with some car Bargains we make a chance in this life and why not a HOME? Call and see me and talk this thing over. SOME OF OUR BARGAINS 3356 Rhodes Ave. core, 2 story pressed brick. 9 rooms, fine light and air. Splendid house in good location. our price $4,500, $500 down. 314 Groveland Ave. 2 story brick. 9 rooms. Lobster dish, new decor. our price $3,500, $500 down. 508 Bryant Ave. near Rhodes, stone front 2 baths, newly decorated. our price $3,500 and $45 down. can you hear it? We have plenty that we have to dispose of on these terms. 3356 Rhodes Ave., cor., 2 story pressed brick. good location. our price $1,850, $500 down. 3 92410, our price only $1,700, $375 down. 5 2-fats, newly decorated. Our price $3,850 and that we have to dispose of on these terms. CARL L. PUBLIC STEE Letters, circulars, etc. done quickly an OFFICE, 4 to 10 p.m. 3109 S. STATE ST. Phone AUTO. 71-685 GOOD LET CARL L. COTTON IC STENOGRA s, etc. done quickly and neatly at prices that GOOD LETTERS PAY CARL L. COTTON PUBLIC STENOGRAPHER Letters, circulars, etc. done quickly and neatly at prices that you'll appreciate OFFICE, 4 to 10 p.m. 3100 SO. STATE ST. Phone AUTO, 71-685 GOOD LETTERS PAY HOME— On Sunday Phone Douglas 1549 Morris Cohen Staple and Fancy C and Fruits receive cuts of Fresh Meat. try our specialty. Courteous Attention 3202 South State St. TELEPHONE DOUGLAS Apple and Fancy Groceries, Vegetable Fruits received daily. Choice of Fresh Meat. Fresh Dressed P our specialty. Attention Prom North State St. C ONE DOUGLAS 8279-AUTOMATI 883 Autom C. Hotel @ Buff Staple and Fancy Groceries, Vegetables and Fruits received daily. Choicest cuts of Fresh Meat. Fresh Dressed Poultry our specialty. Phone Douglas 883 C. C. Hotel @ Bu Cole & Catlin, Props. 3449 So. State St. Chi MISS KITTIE SCOTT, Prop. CALL A "O-K" Re For First Class Meals Coffee and Hot Biscuit 3035 SO. DEAR Meals from 15 SCOTT) Prop. CALL AT THE D-K" Restaurant Best Class Meals and Short Pies and Hot Biscuits a Breakfast St SO. DEARBORN ST. Meals from 15 Cents and up CALL AT THE "O-K" Restaurant For First Class Meals and Short Orders Coffee and Hot Biscuits a Breakfast Special 3055 SO. DEARBORN STREET Meals from 15 Cents and up Torino, III. --- Helen A. Brown Hair Dressing, Shampooling and Manufacturing Wigs, Transformation Pompadours, 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. H. A. BROWN PROPRIETRESS 708 E. 43rd Street NEAR LANGLEY AVE. M. B. BLACKWELL & GREEN UNDERTAKERS Phone - Normal 7932 Calls promptly answered. Chapel in connection. All work guaranteed. Our prices the lowest. 1210 W.63rd St., CHICAGO PHONE DOUGLAS 6150 EYE, EAR, NOSE and THROAT Spencer C. Dickerson M. D. "SCIENTIFIC REFRACTION" 3601 So. State Street HOURS 112 m. 6 to 8 p.m. CHICAGO IVE REAL ESTATE SYSTEM McCLURE, Manager TATE AND LOANS BROKERAGE BUSINESS ALL ESTATE BARGAINS Company's Guarantee Policy with each property sold, call buying, we make terms to suit you. Stop paying high rents. We average rent of $90 month would amount to in total of about $3,140. We take a chance in this life and we talk this thing over. 2935 SOUTH STATE STREET M. L. COTTON STENOGRAPHER quickly and neatly at prices that you'll appreciate LETTERS PAY HOME— On Sunday Phone Douglas 1549 The Market House of The South Side Fancy Groceries, Vegetables received daily. Choicest Meat. Fresh Dressed Poul- lity. Prompt Delivery St. CHICAGO GLAS 8279—AUTOMATIC 73446 Automatic 72-746 Hotel @ Buffet Chicago, Ill. FROST APRIL, 1861 ALL AT THE Restaurant Meals and Short Orders Biscuits a Breakfast Special PAGE SEVEN NOTARY PUBLIC eee wore. 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Heh Spee et 8 at ea tat, : Sterns Day adgonti churgh tere earn Stal 0 om 0 and go west to church. an ntreet nya DISAGREEABLE NEIGHBORS. Treekon it goes without statin’ * This talk is between you an’ me: But it's curious how aggravatin’ Some neighbors of mine really be, Fer instance, when some of my chickens ‘Tore up widow Lunn's flower bed, She simply cut up like th’ dickens, An swore “at my chicks were half fed. An’ cause Jim, my son, jest in playin’ Set fire to an ol! stack of straw, Lill Jackson went all over sayin’ We'd pay ‘er he'd take us to law. We're peaceable folks, but our labors Are thrown to the winds, so to speak, On such disagreeable neighbors— We're moving the last of the week. CHECKING CRIME. ATTENTION HAS BEEN CALLED to the promiscuous carrying of firearms and other deadly weapons by irresponsible persons, or in fact by anyone who has not the authe rity. Here of fate there has been a regular epidemic of shooting and cutting A> capes that has kept the police and hospitals busy. Among a certain class the slightest quarrel is provocation enough for the. drawing ofa gun or the slashing of an individual with a razor. The police of late have made fair progress in checking the rob- bers and hold-up men, and it is becoming comparatively safe to be on the streets at night without a squad of bluecoats to protect you. The recent wave of reform that swept over Chicago cleared the atmosphere materially along certain lines. Dut there is much. yet to do and the prime and uppermost thing is to protect human | life. Unless offenders are summarily dealt with, arrested and, placed behind prison bars, we will continue to have these crimes committed right under our very eyes. It is argued that it is the ignorant, roaming, worthless class who are responsible for this sate of things. Suppose it is true, must we sit idly by and because ) they have nothing to lose, allow them to drag us down in the mire with them? Unlike other races, we are judged by the few and not by the masses, knowing that it behooves us to be the first to detect and turn over to justice offenders of our race. For a time the police searched suspicious looking characters and if they found firearms upon their persons, locked them up and gave them an’ opportunity to explain next morning to the judge. It may have been embarrassing “to a few innocent people to submit to being searched, but when they knew it was for the good of the community they should be glad to prove their innocence. We are interested especially in the section of the city known as the “Black Belt.” Here crime is on the increase. If there are not enough officers detailed to erush it out, let us have more officers, and let those officers be race men, as they alone are familiar with the traits and habits of the people and would therefore prove more valuable representatives of the law, Jet us have a general house- cleaning. WEARING THE UNIFORM OF BLUE. SO FAR IT HAS NOT BEEN DEEMED NECESSARY by the authorities at Washington to call upon the State militia or to ask for volunteers to protect American rights in Mexico. A few regiments of regulars, together with the navy, haye proven eqnal to the occasion thus far. Dut it is gratifying to note that from every section of the country the colored man has stepped boldly to the front and offered himself for his country. This, too, at a time when certain elements in authority are doing their level best to deprive him of all that goes to make a loyal citizen. We repeat, it is gratifying to note how the colored man rises above these petty though disagreeable things and shows his fitness to be an integral part of this great country by taking the just and manly stand. That we were not expected to do this is evidenced by editorials appearing in some of our biggest dailies. A Florida paper says: “The willingness to fight for their country is one of the highest evidences of devotion to its welfare that could be offered.” We are also reminded, though brought here as slaves by other than the people of this country, what appeared for gen- erations as a curse has turned out in the providence of God one of the greatest blessings ever bestowed upon a race in the history of the world. Brought from the darkest depths of barbarism to be clothed in the physical and moral habiliments of civilization and surrounded by the spiritual illumination of Christianity, the race has passed through the most tremendous traasformation recorded of any people in history, We are grateful to the point of shedding our blood ior the preservation and honor and prestige of our country. And this war with Mexico will not be the first war in which the blood of the colored man has been shed. America has no history he does not figure in prominently. We have dissensions in our own household. We are dissatisfied with | the treatment accorded us here in the United States. But we have as much to protect against the enemy as has the white man, | nor do we feel that he has one whit more claim to this soil than we. So we wear the uniform of blue and fight shoulder to shoul- ier with our prejudiced, unjust neighbor against a con.mon foe— ‘tis best. ; | FIXING THE BLAME. DETECTIVE WILLIAM J. BURNS (white), who was in- strumental in having a stay of exccution in the case of Leo M. Frank, convicted of the murder of Mary Phagan (white), received * severe grilling recently by Solicitor Hugh Dorsey (white), who brought out the fact that every bit of evidence which had been discovered by Burns, and supposed to be new and startling, was either in the records or in the hands of the attorneys for the defense. Every effort has been made to fasten the crime on Conley, for no other reason apparently than he happened to have a dark skin, a badge that in some sections of the country is suf- ficient to conviet alone. It was universally conceded by thase who followed the evidence that+Frank, and Frank alone, was the guilty one. Bm he had money behind him and so they fought ull the last straw was turned. In securing the admission from Burns that he had discovered no proof that Conley committed the crime, Dorsey inquired as to Burns’ ability to tell that Frank Was not a pervert by a conversation of only a few hours, and his certainty that Conley was a degenerate of the worst type when he had never seen him, It is gratifying to note though this scene is heing enacted in Georgia justice is being meted out to the letter of the law. We have enough to carry our own burden without having crimes of others laid ‘++ The light that has been thrown on the methods seem, al to convict the innocent and set free the guilty snould deter over-zealous individuals from resorting to such courses hereafter. * SUFFRAGE DAY DEMONSTRATIONS. CHEERS MARKED EVERY MOVEMENT of the pageant of suffragists, as nearly thirty-five hundred strong they marched down Michigan boulevard behind the inspiring music of the bands, in truly military fashion, This is the first big demonstration held by the women since Mlinois granted them suffrage. Every conr- tesy was shown the marchers by the city officials and the public showed their hearty approval by turning out enmasse and applauding them generously, All this is in striking contrast to the treatment accorded them in other cities, which goes to prove that Cricagoans are liberal and gallant. Quite a sprinkling of race women were to be seen, a tangible proof that the movement is based on sound principles. In the sisterhood of the ballot women of all worldly station, nationality, color, creed or political faith should be linked together. if for no other reason than in union there is strength, for at present they are but in their tod- dling clothes. They have gained much, but there is still more to be wished for. Like in all large unwieldly bodies. dissensions have arisen and many have been the factional fights, but the women are determined and the men are willing to aid them, so success is assured. More of our wamen should identify them- selves with the movement. It is a great step in the aplift work. THERE IS NOTHING OFFICIAL unless WE put our stamp on it. Forty-four years ago Eddie Savoy entered the State Department at Washington. Since that time he has played many important parts in matters of state, especially when the country was in danger of war. It has been his duty to seat at banquets diplomats and arrange them solemnly with due regard to preced- ence, arrange them properly at state funerals. He delivered Charge Algara his Mexican passports, making the third time he has performed a similar duty. During the Spanish-American war he accompanied the peace commissioners to Paris and affixed the seal to the peace treaty. “Eddie.” as he is familiarly called, has the confidence, esteem and respect of all who Know him, and ke has made his position. by his earnest efforts, one to be proud of. After all, it isn’t what you do, but how you do it that counts. AS A RULE, THE THINGS WE’ GET FOR NOTHING are worth about what we pay for them. But not so with the photo-drama of Creation that has been presented twice daily for the past month at the Auditorium. Here were to he seen the most marvelous motion Biblical pictures ever presented. If read- ing of the Bible had not vividly impressed upon your mind the wonders of olden times, you were carried back and permitted to see the children of Israel crossing the Red Sea safely while the waves swallowed up Pharo’s army. The miracle of the Loaves and the Fishes, Moses in the burning bush and dozens of other scenes familiar to the Biblical student. ‘Those who failed to wit- ness this wonderful and inspiring spectacle lost much, as perhaps the opportunity will never‘present itself again. GERMANY IS HAVING SOME TROUBLE in her East Africa possessions. It is claimed the cclonial authorities of Kamerun wish to dispossess the entire Negro population of Duala. a seaport town, giving the natives a mere pittance of what their lots are worth and compelling them to settle in a plague spot com- pared to where they were. This is what you call carrying the light into the wilderness of ignorance and disbelief.. The natives are right in protesting. The white man by sheer nerve usurps everything worth while he can lay hands to. All of Africa has been parceled off to the different nations save Liberia, and they have their eye on that. The wealth of the dark continent is untold and it is a pity the natives cannot reap the benefit of it. HUSBANDS WHO SEND THEIR WIVES to the conven- tion of King’s Daughters, which meets in Detroit, better have a care that they don’t slip across the border to Canada. Did we hear someone say “We should worry”? THE N. A. A. C. P, HAS APPEALED TO PRESIDENT WILSON to veto the Smith-Lever agricultural extension bill on ithe ground that it discriminates against the colored farmers of the South. The bill in its present form leaves to the State Legis- latures the question of distributing Federal appropriations for diffusing knowledge concerning agriculture and home economics. If past experience counts for anything, the colored man’s chance to share in this distribution is mighty slim. The N. A. A. C. I. are doing the right thing in fighting it before it becomes a law. cine,” that it is necessary to take several bottles of some “Spring Dope" in order to relieve them of the bad effects of their recent hibernation. Why not adopt the habit of taking Nature's blood purifier the whole year round? It is the best and most whole some tonic and will do you more good than ail the other “Spring Tonics” and “Blood Purifiers” that can be pur- chased in drug stores, Nature's Blood Purifier, The lungs are Nature’s blood purt- fiers. It is a sad, mistaken notion that some medicine, in the nature of & tonic, can be taken Into your stom- ach which will purify your blood. It is a mere delusion which beclouds your mental vision, “Spring Tonics,” etc., consist large- ly of alcohol, perhaps cocaine or some artificial stimulant that makes you feel better for the time being, but, in the long run, leaves you worse off than you were before taking this med- icine. | ‘The blood is purified in three ways: 1. By eating pure food. 2. By drinking pure water, 3. By breathing pure alr, ‘The impurities of the blood are got- ten rid of or are acted upon by the liver and expelled through the skin, bowels, kidneys and lungs, A good sweat daily tends to keep the blood pure, when followed by a good cleans- ing bath which keeps the skin healthy and active. Drink plenty of pure wa: ter, and thus keep your kidneys thor- oughly flushed out. The bowels should be cleansed and evacuated dally. Deep breathing of pure alr, through the nose, into the Inngs will remove the poisons from the blood and keep the stream clean and pure. Do you know that full, deep breath: ing has restored to health and activity many morose, despondent and semi- invalid individuals, who supposed themselves to be suffering from too thick or impuro blood? Suppose you try deep breathing four or five times a day. Fill your lungs to their fullest capacity about twenty. five times, rising up and down on the ball of your foot and toes and not allow your heels to touch the floor until you have taken in twenty-five deep breaths. How Shall You Breathe? ‘There are two methods of breath- ing—one used most by women, known as the intercostal method. This $s done by making greater use of the ribs and muscles that operate the ribs. In fact, ft fs the breathing that is carried on largely in the upper part of the chest. ‘The other is the xbdominal muscle or diaphragmatic method of breathing. This method is used more by men than women, It is due largely to habits and dress on the part of men, Whereas women early form the habit of restricting the waist and abdontinal muscles and chest through the pern{- clous habit of tight iacing. The abdominal muscle breathing is the most natural and is best because it enables one to better expand and devel .p the chest, and it gives better lung ventilation—air completely fills the chest. It stimulates the abdomin- al muscies and gives the internal or kans health and strength. Question. Miss R. D. R., school teacher, writes: “I have been teaching all wine ter, and have been carrying on some study in the languages, and I have also been doing some needle work, crocheting. 1 am feeling very tired. When I arise in the morning 1 am more tired than when I retired at night. J have a dull headache, my appetite is poor, and I have a fullness of distress after eating, also a bad taste in my mouth. Have 1 the “spring fever"? What “spring tonic” should | take? What would you advise? Reply, Autointoxication or Self-Poisoning. —Yon are suffering with antolntoxica- tion, No, you have not the “spring fever,” but you have toxic fever, First of all, you have been trying to do too much mental work to the neglect of your physical condition. You are nerve tired. Second. Yes, you need a tonic, but the spring tonic you neeé is to et. out more in the air and walk for 15 or 20 minutes after each meal, and before going to bed at night. Take a good warm bath on going to bed, and a cold bath on rising fol- lowed by a vigorous rub, Eat more fruit, and drink more water and milk and less gea and coffee, Regulate your liver and digestive organs. 4 Do not buy any drug store or patent’ “spring Tonic.” You had better consult your physi- clan and have him give you a thor- ough examination. WE AT LEAST HAVE ONE HERO in this great big aty of ours. When young and old men were swarming {o the armor- ies to enlist for the Mexican war and Jeave unprotected ‘their loved ones, who should step boldly into the limelight and yolun- teer with tears in his eyes, to stay at home and care for the widows. sweethearts and daughters? None other than the affable “Prit” Harsh. Did we hear someone murmur the masculine name for Lovine? COL. ROOSEVELT AND HIS SON KERM!T in their four hundred mile jaunt through the jungles of South America, hunting tiger cats and other animals that they really never lost, found it necessary to take slong a few of OUR boys just for company sake. Well, we've been to the North Pole and a few of us have scen snakes, elephants and mocking birds in this country, so lead on, Colonel, and we will follow. WIVES OF MEMBERS OF THE APPOMATTOX CLUB may reserve this Sunday morning's curtain lecture for future use, as their better halves will have a logical excuse for their late appearance. The Club has scheduled a pr.ze whist contest for Saturday night ‘and from rumors some will be on the firing line far into the Sabbath—"’nuf sed.” A ROPE OF DIAMONDS, valued at $100,000, was found by a circus roustabout in the sawdust. He never knew the value of them until told by the police after being arrested on a trivial charge of fighting with a fellow-worker. Some peaple are born lucky and don't know it. WALTER ANDERSON IS CERTAINLY A LIVE REAL ESTATE MAN. The only thing he will let he put over him is an umbrella. ‘This isn’t so because you see it in the DEFENDER —Walter admits it himself. WE HAVE FOUR BIG BASEBALL. TEAMS here in Chi- cago—"Rube” Foster's, Federal, National, and American. Begin thinking up excuses to tell the boss. Faomuappetnminice ts ) | |DR.A. WILBERFORCE re, WILLIAMS = TALKS ON RC | Preventative Measures a First Aid Remedies Ek Hygienics and Sanitation SPELL = NOCASES ARE DIAGNOSED AND NOPRESCRIP- TIONS GIVEN IN THESE WEEKLY ARTICLES | Jour barn, Your back yard, Your share of the alley and place all your rubbish where the city wag- ons can get it and haul it away. In one of the public schools of the city the children in a certain room were asked to tell in writing what they would do if they had one bun- dred dollars, Several of the pupils said they would do something to help Chicago babies, and one little girl sald she would use her hundred dollars in teaching people how to take care of their children, Press Service, Department of Health This is clean up week: let no one fail tc observe it. It is « fortunate city where its peo- ple co-operate for civic cleanliness. The mayor has instructed the street department to put on extra men and teams during clean up week in order that all dirt and rubbish may be Promptly removed as fast as the peo- ble have it ready. In’order to faclli- tate the work of removal. rubbish after being raked or collected together should be placed in suitable recepta- cles so that the collectors can handie it easily and quickly. Do not pile rub- bish of any kind in the alleys; use old barrels or boxes, which can be easily emptied and used again or util- ized as kindling wood. It has been calculated that, starting with one fly, June 1, allowing that it Jays 120 eggs, one-half of which hatch into files that live, and these and their progeny go on increasing in the same rato till October 1, that they will then have multiplied at a rate that would mean 4,353,564,672,000,000,000,000 flies, These figures are youched for as be- ing approximately correct: at any rate they serve to Illustrate the impor- tance of a campaign of vigorous swat- ting early in the season and of keep- ing it up all the time. Once the alleys in your neighbor- hood have been cleaned let everybody help to keer .¢m so. The best way todo this or all abutting dwellera to provide _per receptacles for their Tabbish ana ast off material the same as they do for their garbage. Alleys ‘are dirty because the people contrib- ute to make them so by using them as dumping places for their filth and rub- bish of every kind. The city ordi- nances forbid the use of alleys for dumping purposes; but as It is dif. cult, almost impossible to catch people at this kind of mischief, the prosecu- tions for such offenses are few and far between. As a matter of fact there should be no need for prosecu- tlons; for people who want to be good citizens should not dispose of their dirt and rubbish in a way to spoil the beauty of their own and their neighbor's surroundings and to lower the health conditions of the communt- ties in which they lve, : Clean Up. Your house. Your basement. “Spring Tonle” “Blood Purifiers.” We are receiving many inquiries and letters concerning the taking of “Spring Tonics,” the best “Blood Purifier." ete. Many people seem to have gotten the impression that spring is the time to clean up, the time to clean out, and that spring is also the tlme to take some kind of “Blood ‘Tente,” “Herb Tonic” or something to cleanse the blood. ‘This idea Is one of the curses of our present day civilization. Feople of ail grades of intelligence seem to have the idea that they must take and swallow some sort of “Spring Medi- wellene 228 that they must take and| Some girls imagine they are pretty wallow some sort of “Spring Medi-' as a picture because they are printed, EY Be Pete. $100 TO $500 DOWN Balance Same oe as Rent NEWLY DECORATED 2-FLATS and COTTAGES ———— PRICES $1,975 To $5,750-——__—__ ‘The following bargains will be OPEN FOR INSPECTION from 2 to 4 p.m. daily. Be sure and see them. S41 E. 36th St., near Vinoennes Ave. 2-story brick, newly decorated, 2-flaty stone trim, hardwood floors, cement basement, asphalt strect, cement sidewalks; lot 25x150, two street frontages. 3228 Calumet Ave., brown stone front; newly decorated; 2-fat: rooms all light; large brick barn; near 33rd Bivd.; good transportation. $23 B. 36th St. newly decorated, 3-flat; lot 502150; two street front- + Ages; hardwood floors. This is a decided bargain. See it today. Por special appointment to cee any of our several hundred bargains, ‘phone our Mr. Thomas, between 10:30 and 12 A, M. Buy from BARTLETT'S and save commission charges and save money. TITLE@ ARE ALL QUARANTEED D’K H. BARTLETT & CO, 0 FRED’K Ht. » Owners GHICAGO'S LARGEST REAL ESTATE OPERATORS * MERCHANDISERS OF REAL ESTATE Telephone Rend. 3751 - - 58-40 W. WASHINGTON sT. matin