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DEFENDER POPULAR GIRL CONTEST FOR DIAMOND RING IS NOW ON RHODES AVE. FLATS HIGH-PRICED BARNS LATEST NEWS If You See It In The Defender It's So RHODES American Clerks D TWO REAR ROOM $20.00 TEN FURNISH AND TWO REAR ROOMS, $20.00 TENANTS, FURNISH LAMPS AND CANDLES --- VOL. IX., NO. 21. White Man Puts Up Cheap Apartment Building on Rhodes Avenue Especially for Afro-Americans; Furnishes Them With Poor Material, Forgets to Put in Pantries and Charges Price and a Half for Them. PEOPLE FALL OVER THEM-SELVES TO RENT THEM. Would They Stand Same Treatment From Race Owners?—Assistant State's Attorney Edward E. Wilson Asks Pertinent Questions in Hot Letter to the Chicago Defender—Can you Answer Them? Editor of The Defender: On several occasions heretofore I have noticed that your nonpresent reporter has taken to task, in a general way, without mentioning names, certain Afro-American landlords because, as was charged, these landlords had caused rents to be raised in laces which they rented to tenants of their race. In view of this charge, I have for the past month been looking for some criticism from your paper of the conditions existing in the new flat building on les avenue between Thirty-seventh, Thirty-ninth streets. This flat as built by a white man especially or Afro-Americans, and if you can find anybody in Chicago, especially any man of the race who charges any such prices as is charged for apartments in this flat building, then I am ready to advocate camping out as the most feasible plan of living. As a matter of fact, I very much doubt whether the people would have paid an Afro-American any such prices under conditions which I am sure cannot have escaped the keen eye of your vigilant reporter. The Scale of Prices. First, as to prices: There are about forty apartments in the flat building referred to—two, three, four and five room apartments. The rent per month for these apartments is as follows: For two rooms rear, eighteen dollars in summer and twenty dollars in winter. For three rooms, twenty-five dollars in summer and twenty-eight dollars in winter. For four rooms, thirty dollars in summer and thirty-five dollars in winter. For five rooms, thirty-five dollars in summer and forty dollars in winter. e were the prices quoted a time ago. Whether they have I or not I do not know. I sed the terms "summer" and "It would have been more to have said that in each in the greater charge is made for months in the year and the (Continued on Page 7.) DE BARNETT ECTED VICE PRES. TUSKEGEE ALUMNAE aude Barnett, a graduate of Institute, and a resident of und an employee in the post ended the commencement his alma mater and was vice president of the station. THE Chicago Defender WORLD'S GREATEST WEEKLY R. M. JOHNSON ELECTED CHAIRMAN OF BANQUET COMMITTEE Former Chicagoan Entertains Committee of Olivet Baptist Church. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] New York City, June 12.—Mr. R. M. Johnson, one of the leading members of Olivet Baptist Church, gave a banquet several nights ago for the banquet committee of the Pastor's Aid Circle. After the banquet a report was made of the banquet given February 25, 1914. All the committee men were present and Mr. Johnson was elected chairman for Life. Others on the committee are P. A. Glanton, J. C. Clark, George Montgomery, James Wallace, J. W. Martin, S. A. Griffin and Walter S. Pointer. The next banquet will be February 25, 1914, and is expected to be the grandest function of the coming year. Mr. Johnson served fried spring chicken with new green peas, pork, and mashed potatoes, spaghetti, ice cream, strawberries and cake and black coffee. HIGHEST DEGREE MASON DIES SUNDAY MORNING John G. Jones, Old Resident of Chicago and Well Known Attorney, Passes Away After Long Illness—Noted Character in City's History. John G. Jones, Imperial Potentate of the World, the highest position in Masonry, died at his residence, 3717 Federal street, early Sunday morning after an illness that had confined him to his home for about a week. Mr. Jones had been ill for two years, and sought medical aid in Europe. Two weeks ago his limbs began to swell but he did not give up until Wednesday. Mr. Jones was a lawyer by profession and as such was one of the most noted characters in the city. He made a specialty of criminal cases, and, being a man of quick temper, he resented any difference of opinion and thereby won the sobriquet of "Indignation," and as "Indignation Jones" he was famillarly known. The degree of Imperial Potentate was conferred on him during the World's Fair by the Potentate from Australia. His office gave him jurisdiction throughout this country, Africa and the Isles of the Sea, authorizing him to confer the Shriners degree. Friction arose and there was a split in the Grand Lodge of Masons, Mr. Jones being recognized by one faction and not by another. He was one of the early members of the Illinois Legislature, and the father of the civil rights bill that has been amended from time to time by his successors. Funeral services were held at his late residence Wednesday afternoon. Adelbert H. Roberts was master of ceremonies. Rev. J. C. Anderson, pastor of Quinn Chapel church, was the officiating clerkman. The other speakers were W. Allison Sweeney, Edw. H. Morris, the call bearers were S. B. Turner, W. H. Davis, Walter Farmer, James Brewington, Benjamin Johnson, Albert Morgan. Interment was at Oakwood Cemetery. DIES IN LOUISVILLE. Pastor of Church With 3,000 Members—Prominent as Soldier and Citizen—Large Funeral. (Special to the Defender.) Louisville, Ky., June 12.—Rev. C. C. Hates, D. D., pastor of Lampton Street Baptist Church, died last week and his funeral was held from the church which he pastored for over thirty years Saturday morning. Rev. J. K. Polk of Midway, who was the first candidate baptized by Rev. Bates, preached the funeral sermon. The official board of the church acted as pallbearers and the ministerial association were honorary pallbearers. He was moderator of the General Association of Kentucky Baptists for several years and a trustee of the State University at the time of his death. He was 66 years of age, April 11; a Christian for forty-two years. He was the oldest pastor in continued service in Louisville and perhaps in the State of the Baptist denomination. He was an old soldier. Rev. Bates came to Louisville about thirty-five years ago from Woodford County. He was called at that time to the pastorate of the Lampton Street Baptist Church. The flock was scattered, only a struggling few. Rev. Bates succeeded in baptizing thousands into the fellowship of the church. The present membership is about 3,000. A few years ago they moved from the old Lampton street church into their new and more commodious quarters on Hancock street. Rev. Bates was more of a pastor than a preacher. He seemed to live in the hearts and homes of his people, following them in all of their troubles. PROGRESSIVE SIGNS OF THE TIMES Mr. O. V. Thomas, Fred'k H. Bartlett & Co.'s South Side representative, reports a partial list of sales that have been transacted during the last few days: 3742½ Forest avenue, to Mrs. Emma N. Bishop of 3820 Prairie avenue; Mr. C. B. Travis was the broker for Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gains on 5126-28 State street; Mr. John Hardy represented Mrs. J. Whaley of 3333 Wabash avenue in the purchase of a valuable home at 3412 Calumet avenue; Mr. W. V. Jefferson represented the following: 4736 Evans, a beautiful home, to Mr. W. H. Roberts; 3312 Vernon avenue, cottage, to Mr. John Wade; 3416 Calumet, large massive residence to Mr. and Mrs. McGehee; Mr. H. F. Carroll sold the following: 537 East 36th place, 3-flat brick, to Mr. Jas. A. Price of 6127 Loomis street; 3228 Calumet avenue, 2-flat stone front, to Rev. Wm. Pinkney of 3919 Prairie avenue; 508 Bryant avenue, 2-apartment home, to Mr. and Mrs. Walter W. Kimbrough, 3556 Rhodes avenue; corner residence, to Mr. and Mrs. Francis E. Cook. During the month of June this company is offering exceptional opportunities to those who are desirous of purchasing improved property Turn to last page and read their ad. CARROLL IS OFF ON VACATION CARROLL IS OFF ON VACATION "Railroad Days" Committee Finds That Obnoxious Station Master at Polk Street Depot Is Not on the Job. June 7 and 8, "Railroad Days," the time selected by Principal Booker T. Washington of Tuskegee for protest against poor accommodation and bad treatment at the hands of the various companies, brought out some interesting facts. The local committee did their work well, and a full report will be published later. J. J. Carroll, the station master at the Polk street depot, was reported away on his vacation but from other sources it was learned that he tried his Southern methods on the wrong Afro-American and was laid up for repairs. SPANIARDS ARE CLANISH; NEVER FORGET INSULT Foremost Newspaper Declares That Theodore Roosevelt Is Not Their Friend and That Race Has Been Belittled in the United States. SPANISH SPIRIT SHOULD BE OBJECT LESSON TO AFRO-AMERICAN Mobbed, Lynched, Villified, Segregated, and Driven Like Sheep at Will and Even Robbed of Their Color They Hardly Raise a Voice in Protest. Madrid, June 12—That a Spaniard never forgets, especially an insult, is evinced in the bitter anti-Roosevelt editorial in El Imparcial, the foremost newspaper in Spain. This comment was occasioned by the visit of Colonel Roosevelt to attend his son's wedding. The clannish spirit of the Spaniards is commendable when viewed in contrast with just the reverse with the Afro-American race, which has suffered more than they have. What They Remembered. The newspaper reminds its readers that the colonel fought the Spanishlands as a volunteer and that his actions were most unfriendly to Spain. It also recalls the strong anti-Spanish sentiment that prevailed in the United States at that time and recounts afresh the story that in a circus in New York City a trained monkey was exhibited trampling the Spanish flag under its feet, to the delight of the audience. Finally the opinion is expressed that Colonel Roosevelt's visit to Spain is undesirable and should be considered of a strictly private nature. DR. E. S. PORTER LEAVES PROPERTY TO WIDOW DR. E. S. PORTER LEAVES PROPERTY TO WIDOW Well-Known Louisville Physician's Will Admitted to Probate—Gives Brother $1.000. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Louisville, Ky., June 12.—Dr. E. S. Porter, who died recently, a will a will that was offered in the Probate court June 2. The will was dated September 30, 1898, and was in the testator's own handwriting, with W. F. C. Mason and S. W. Jordan as witnesses to the signature. It was extremely concise, only containing three paragraphs, the first clause directing that all debts sufficiently proven against the estate be paid; the second clause directing that his brother, Lewis Porter, be given $1,000 in cash and all the personal jewelry belonging to the testator; the third clause directing that Mrs. Lucy B. Porter, the wife of the decedent, be the recipient of the residue of the estate, both personal and real, but only in the event of her remaining the lawful widow of the deceased, and that in case of her contracting any future marriage then the house located at 1214 West Madison street is to go to Quinn Chapel A. M. E. church; the house located on Magazine street to go to the Old Folks' Home, and one located on Grayson street to go to the Orphans' Home, but the will stipulates that none of the real estate is to be sold, but that the rents and profits derived from the same shall be devoted as directed in the last will and testament. Mrs. Lucy B. Porter is named executrix without-bond. TUSKEGEE ALUMNAE ELECTS OFFICERS Amount of $2,359.59 Given by Graduates as Sacrificing Contributions to the School. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Tuskegee Institute, Ala., June 12. The commencement season just closed at Tuskegee Institute was no doubt the greatest, most interesting and pleasant to the alumni that was ever witnessed. There were reunions of eleven classes. The class of 1894 observed its twentieth anniversary of graduation and the class of 1904 its tenth. The nine classes between these came in to hold the reunions the end of ten years instead of twenty as formerly. Each of the eleven classes was well represented. A chosen member of each class made a short report and handed to the principal at the morning session on commencement day an envelop containing the class contribution, the total of which amounted to $2,359.59. The largest amount, $555, came from the class of 1898. The spokesman for this class was Mr. W. H. Holtzckel, principal of the Utica Normal and Industrial Institute, Utica, Miss. Several gave a hundred dollars each, but not less appreciated were the many small contributions from those who are working in a sacrificing way and sent what they could in token of "The good we have known 'neath thy sway." Many of the graduates came early enough to spend the whole commencement week and thus had time to renew old friendships, make new ones and look into the present day work of the school. Three meetings of both a business and social nature were held by the alumni and in the frank expressions which they were encouraged to make both they and the school were greatly helped. Nearly all of the southern states were represented, and Massachusetts, Illinois, Oklahoma and California also had one each. At the Friday morning meeting a fine program was carried out, some important business transacted, and Isaac Fisher elected president. MEXICAN WAR HERO QUIETLY LAID TO REST No National or State Funeral for Afro- American Soldier Who Met Death Along the Border. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Atlanta, Ga., June 12—Mrs. Jennie Smith and her sister, Mrs. Katie Fowler, of Chicago, are in the city, where they were called to attend the funeral of their brother: He was in the United States Army and lost his life in service along the Mexican border. He was quietly buried this week. His funeral was in direct contrast to that of Gammy Meisenberg, the Vera Cruz hero who was buried in Chicago May 14. No president sent flowers for his bler, no state or city officials paid homage, yet the great U. S. A. called him one of its soldiers. POLICEWOMEN BADLY NEEDED Every Day New Need Is Seen for Women of the Race on Chief Gleason's Fair Squad. This week war on the bathing beach "mashers" was declared by Chief of Police Gleason when he sent a detail of policewomen along the beaches. Every public bathing beach will have two policewomen in bathing suits mingling with the crowds. The chief can go a step farther by appointing a few Afro-American women on the force, who can not only go bathing but mingle with the crowds on the street, in the cars, in the public and private parks and places of amusement to protect the women of the race from those who go beyond "mashing" and insult the girls and women of the race. HOME EDITION RICE 5 CENTS 1 CHICAGO AND ENBURG FOREIGN 10 CENTS BARNS oon Teas Post Office STER FIRES COMPETENT KS FROM WASHINGTON P. O. POSTMASTER FIRES FOUR COMPETENT CLERKS FROM WASHINGTON P. O. --- GEORGE A. ADDAMS ELECTED WORSHIPFUL GRAND MASTER [Special to The Chicago Defender] Duluth, Minn., June 12—Doric Lodge No. 3, F. & A. M., held its annual communication, at the Masonic Temple Monday evening, June 8, and elected the following officers for the ensuing year: George A. Addams, W. M.; George Newton, S. W.; Samuel McNeal, J. W.; Foster Byrd, treasurer; H. I. Dittman, secretary; A. S. Mason, chaplain; William Dawson, S. D.; W. F. Maupins, J. D.; J. N. Richey, S. S.; George Wilson, J. S.; Ed. White, Tyler. The retiring worshipful master, George B. Kelley, installed the newly elected officers. PARCEL POST TO LIBERIA [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Washington, D. C., June 12.—A parcel post agreement between the United States and Liberia has been concluded, to go into effect July 1. DR. A. W. WILLIAMS ADDRESSES LIN- COLN STUDENTS Chicago Physician Delivers Commencement Address—Speaks on "Social Service" Before Large Audience. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Jefferson City, Mo., June 12.—Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams, the well-known physician and surgeon, and authority on tuberculosis, on the staff of Provident Hospital, the first physician to write health notes for an Afro-American Journal, delivered the annual commencement address to the graduating class of Lincoln Institute. The address was delivered Tuesday, June 9. His subject was, "Social Service," which the distinguished physician handled in a manner that proved he was a close student of other things besides those pertaining to medicine. It has often been said that Dr. Williams is the most studious member of his profession. He was introduced by President Allen, who stated he was proud to say that Dr. Williams was an alumnus of the school. Dr. Williams was entertained by the president and a number of others invited the Chicagoan to special dinners and luncheons. Dr. Williams left for St. Louis, where he will meet the St. Louis Medical Association. He is expected in Chicago the last of the week. One thousand Defenders were received here and the sample copies were given the students and visitors. FOUR RACE MEN GRADUATE FROM NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY It was a grand sight to behold over 100 graduates to march in line to receive their diplomas at the fifty-sixth annual commencement of Northwestern University. Four of this number were Afro-Americans—Laurie Lee Allen and Julian Dawson received the degree of M. D., and Steve Auter and Paul Crosthwait received the degree of D. D. S. Men Who Walked the Plank Were All Afro-Americans One Was Told There Was No More Work, While Other Three Learned That Their Department Had Been Abolished No White Clerks Are Discharged. MORE TO FOLLOW IS REPORT. Discharge of These Men Is In Line With the Policy of the Administration Toward the Race—Dismiss or Demote Is New Slogan and the Postmaster General Is Seeing That His Subordinates Carry It Out. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, June 12.—Four Afro-American clerks were dropped from the Post Office Department here last week, Messrs. Brown, Wilkinson, Butler and Wood. The three former were employed at the main office, and the latter at Station "F." When Wood reported for work Monday he was informed that there was no work for him, Messrs. Brown, Wilkinson and Butler were dropped last Wednesday. At station "F," where Brown, Wilkinson and Butler were employed, it was given out that the work on which twelve clerks were employed was abandoned at that station, but good care was taken of the nite white clerks, who were sent to the main office, the Afro-American clerks being dismissed from the service. The postmaster is a white Texan, the postmaster general is a white Texan, and both are carrying out the policy of this administration respecting Afro-American clerks—dismiss or demote. In a few more weeks, on July 1st, other race employees in other departments and bureaus are slated for dismissal or demotion, according to report. Places to Be Filled by Whites. The many government employees who are being made to feel the Wilson administration's hatred for the Afro-American as a government employee are not very considerate in their condemnation of Bishop Walters who, a year and a half ago, advocated Wilson's election. The iron hand of oppression, and the political guillotine does not prompt the kindiest feelings for the A. M. E. Zion prelate on the part of those who are being made the victims. It is altogether likely, when the Texans who preside over the post office department feel the public has forgotten the dismissal of these long experienced clerks, that white men will be appointed to fill the vacancies. Judge Terrrell was reappointed and confirmed, but the price of that $2,500 appointment is being paid with the dismissal of many worthy and efficient Afro-American clerks from the government service. AMERICA'S FOREMOST CITIZEN VISITS CHICAGO. Dr. Booker T. Washington was in the city a few hours Thursday and registered at the Palmer House. A Chicago Defender heard of his aristil but the business that brought "Wizard" to the "windy city" was of such importance that he had no time for an interview. He left in the evening for the Northwest. Wealthy Americans Surround Jack Johnson's Camp PAGE TWO Champion Calls Daily Exhibitions "Afternoon Teas" and He Boxes, Punches the Bag, Tosses the Medicine Ball to the Delight of a Fashionable Crowd. REGAINS HIS SPEED AND LOOKS TRAINED Judges Surprised at Present Condition—Uses Some Tactics That He Employed in Australia—Moran Is Also Hard at Work. RUMOR SAYS "T. R." WILL SEE FIGHT [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Paris, June 12.—Jack Johnson is using the same tactics in preparing for his fight with Frank Moran that he employed in Australia when he was getting into shape to fight Tommy Burns for the championship. "Daddy". Vlennie, promoter of the Johnson-Moran contest, called up Johnson's mansion the other morning, intending to speak to Johnson's valet. Instead of the vait it was Johnson who answered the telephone. Vlennie was started to hear Johnson's voice and asked him what he meant by being at home at 10 o'clock in the morning and wondering why he wasn't on the road working out. Johnson explained that he had already covered ten miles that morning. Instead of waiting until near noon to do his road work Johnson is out drilling when dawn breaks. He did the same thing in Australia and it worked well. By the time the average fighter rolls out of bed, Johnson has done half a day's work. Afternoon Teas Popular. Afterhour Teas Popular. The big champion is still conducting his afternoon teas. At these sessions Johnson does some real boxing, shadow fighting, bun punching, tosses the medicine ball, skips the rope and does numerous other things, to the delight of fashionable men and women who pay money for the privilege of seeing him train. It is noticeable that the majority of his followers are Americans. Many delight in the remark, "I knew him in Chicago." Whether they did or not they willingly plank down a five spot, the price of admission. It is persistently rumored that Theodore Rosevelt will be among the spectators at the fight and many have evinced a desire to attend since they heard the quiet "tit" that will not down. Condition a Surprise. Johnson's present condition is a surprise to those who can judge. Several days' work has taken off several pounds of superfluous flesh. He has regained much of his speed and stamina, looks trained to the minute and his sparring shows little of a long period of idleness. All the talk and deduction about his being "all in" fails to make good. Experts agree that he is all there. What Moran Is Doing. Moran, too, is hard at the grind. Far from the white lights and the tious life of the world's playground, he has pitched his camp at Butry, an ideal spot on the River Olse, where, with several French boys, he has got Tom Keunedy and Willie Lewis keeping him company. When the party arrived at Butry they could find nothing better than a back yard to work in, and the prospects were not particularly pleasant. It was no consolation to see Prince Murat's palatial country residence just opposite. But William Astor Chandler, one of the Americans interested in Moran, came along handsomely, had fitted up as fine a gymnasium as could be wished for, and Moran is now as happy as any sand-boy. SPARKS FROM THE RAIL SPARKS FROM THE RAIL Winston's Spicy Gossip of Men and Events in the Railroad World! By John R. I. nton. Mr. George L. Job on, 1417 Wylie avenue, who is in 1 service of the Baltimore and Ohio railway in cafe parlor car service, is going to make his first trip to the Windy City to visit his uncles, Messrs. E. T. and Logan Howell. Mr. Edward Doctor, an ex-railroad man of Pittsburgh, Pa., who was in Boston, Mass., died June 6 and is to be laid to rest June 10 at Cleveland, O. Mr. Edward Doctor was a member of the I. B. P. O. E. of Washington Lodge No. 17, Pittsburgh, Pa., and a dear friend of Mr. Phil Hart, 1211 Wylie avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. JUNIOR DOCTORS WIN FOUR STRAIGHT. The Junior Doctors won their fourth straight game Sunday, winning from the Lincoln A. C. It was a regular pitchers' battle, hurlers on both sides doing excellent work. Desobrey for the Lincolnins struck out 11 men and Worthington and Williams for the Doctors struck out 3 and 6 respectively. The honors went to the Doctors, as the Lincolnins did not get a safe hit. Stevens' home run was one of the longest hits of the season in Washington Park. Batteries-Worthington and Hays and Williams and Edgerton. Lincolnins-Desobrey and Mitchell. Doctors....1 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 0-6 4 4 Linc. A. C. .0 0 0 0 0 2 0-2 0 5 Star catches were made by Holman, Dade, Williams and Primus. Dr. Plummer hopes to arrange a game with Mgr. Henderson of the Defenders for the 21st of June. CHAMPAIGN, ILL. By Z. L. Breedlove. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Champaign, Ill., June 12.—Among the 77 graduates that received their diplomas Friday evening, June 5, 71 were white and seven Atro-Americans, the largest percent of the race to graduate in the history of the school and the largest number to graduate at one time. The following are the graduates: Miss Alice Emma Phillips, Harold Donald Gray, Anna Elizabeth Jackson, Thomas Henry Jackson, Ruth Beatrice Woodruff, and Mary Glendora Gains. --- Miss Hazel Schloss, a teacher at Tuskegee, Ala., whose home is in Atchison, Kan., is visiting Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Dickerson and the Moss family. Miss Schloss will attend the commencement exercises at the university next week. Mr. and Mrs. Earl B. Dickerson, who have been teaching at Dr. Booker T. Washington's school at Tuskegee, Ala., have returned to this city. Mr. Dickerson will graduate from the College of Literature and Arts at the university this year. The members of Salem Baptist Church entertained the university students and the graduates of the Champaign and Urbana high school in connection with their annual supper at 8 o'clock Thursday evening, June 4. An excellent program was rendered. --- The Champaign Model baseball team won against Bloomington, the score being 8 to 7, at Bloomington, June 4. Mr. W. L. Davis extended an invitation to the correspondent to take a ride in his five passenger Rambler on June 2 and I must say it is an easy riding car. Mr. Davis is the second man of the race to purchase an automobile in Champaign. Mr. and Mrs. George Tate entertained at dinner Sunday Mrs. Camelia Moss, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Mann, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Dickerson, Miss Hazel Schloss, Miss Myrtle Moss, Mrs. Walter Bailey, Mrs. Cora J. Frias and Mr. Wayman Moss. A splendid time was enjoyed. --- Mrs. Emma Dickerson of St. Louis is here visiting and attending the graduation exercises of the university of her son, Mr. Earl B. Dickerson, who receives a degree from the College of Literature and Arts June 7. Mr. St. Elmo Brady, a young man of Louisville, Ky., who is taking post graduate work in chemistry at the University of Illinois, has a scholarship at this university extending over two years. ★ ★ ★ Mrs. Lula Tate entertained Dr. and Mrs. H. E. Rowan and Mrs. A. J. Bedlone at dinner Monday, June 7. Miss Bertha Moseley of Chicago is here visiting the Brewer family. Upon the petition of the Afro-American girls of the University of Illinois the committee on students' activities granted permission to establish a chapter of the National Apha Kappa Alpha here. ```markdown ``` The Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority of Howard University, Washington, D.C., has the distinction of being the first and the only chartered sorority existing in a university which this race can claim as its own. The sorority was organized in 1907 but was incorporated in 1912. Besides the chapter at Howard University there are five other chapters, this one being the Gamma Chapter. Miss Beulah Burke was here Wednesday, June 3, to organize the girls. The same club officers were retained. After the initiation the girls were served a dainty five course luncheon. The table was beautifully decorated with a small table, surrounded by clusters of roses. At each plate was a dainty place card. The list of members includes Misses Vesta Lewis, president; Martha Selma Lee, vice president; Emma Ballinger, secretary; Helen Stevens, treasurer; Louise Lewis, Frances Ellis, Edyth Stevens and Ivorine McAllister. THE RESULTS OF PROCRASTINATION The Jones had No Money for the undertaker or the Landlord, but Baker & Co. Came to the Rescue of His Family. A week ago the quiet plight of the Jones was the quiet talk of their supposed friends. Everyone knew the Jones; they lived in Edgwater and many have visited their comfortable home. They did not know, though, that Mr. Jones had failed to pay his life insurance premiums and his lodge dues for some months back. He promised to pay up by the last of April. His intentions were good, but the unexpected occurred. He was injured by being run down by an automobile. His death occurred early in May, and a sickly wife and three children were left almost hopeless and in dire want. A neighbor or two did what they could, but there were no funds for the undertaker and they were about to be homeless, when Baker & Co. came to their aid. Baker & Co. make a specialty of small loans and enough money was secured from them to start the undertaker on his way and to satisfy the landlord. Perhaps your case is not so bad, but if you are in need of money call on Baker & Co., 105 West Monroe street, fifth floor, Room 501. Telephone Randolph 3208. CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA By L. A. Brown. Cedar Rapids, Ia., June 12.—Rev. C. H. Ross of Mt. Zion Baptist Church delivered an excellent sermon Sunday morning on "Fidelity" (Eph. 6:9:10). Sunday evening he spoke on "Fortitude." The evening service was well attended. At it was railroad day Rev. Ross spoke the treatment of the race at the Polk street station by the station master and will see that the higher officials are acquainted with the facts. Every minister should give his aid and encourage the committee in their efforts to obtain every consideration due the porters, as employees, and passengers, regardless of race prejudice. May God help them in their efforts for standing as men for the right. Mr. Wright will preach his first sermon Wednesday night at Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Mrs. Allie Boyd has arranged an impromptu program for children's day at the Baptist church as superintendent. She is meeting with plenid success with a membership of fifty. Mrs. Boyd will attend the Sunday school convention as delegate at Omaha, Nebr. Rev. Hastle, pastor of Calvary Monday evening at Mt. Zion Baptist Church which was a rare treat to all who availed themselves of the opportunity to hear him. Rev. Francis J. Peterson of Bethel A. M. E. Church filled the pulpit Sunday morning; subject, "Christian Vision"; evening, "Our Church Duties." The services were attended by a very appreciative audience notwithstanding the intense weather. On Monday evening an excellent program was rendered. Mr. C. E. Thomas, organizer of the A. M. E. Church, gave a very interesting talk on how he had seen the church advancement, from 1870 to the present time. The present church was dedicated July 4, 1874, by Bishop Wayman. On this occasion the church raised $995, which paid off the debt. Mr. Thomas, our local preacher, is the oldest member of the church. He has been in the employ of the C. R. P. R. R. as machinist for 37 years, having learned the trade in Canada. Silver Leaf Chapter No. 5. O. E. S. observed Eather day at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Romeloyr Ford delivered a beautiful sermon, touching on the work of the order. The members marched from the lecture room to the auditorium. Mrs. Flora Lavell presided at the plano. After the sermon the R. M., Mrs. Mary Lourey, introduced the P. G. P., W. H. Milligan, of Iowa jurisdiction. Addresses were made by Rev. Francis J. Peterson and Rev. C. H. Ross. Mrs. C. E. Thomas rendered a beautiful solo, after which the benediction was pronounced by Rev. Peterson. Children's day will be observed Sunday at Bethel A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Delia Carey, evangelist of Iowa City, will speak. * * * Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bruck left Monday for Xenia, Ohio, to be, as present at the marriage of her broth, Warren Smith, to Miss Grace Thomas. On their return home they will stop at Chicago to visit Mrs. Bruck's sister, Mrs. Ettin Spencer. Mr. Bruck is chef at the Cedar Valley Club. Mr. W. H. Shields is serving in that capacity during his absence and serving some excellent meals. Mrs. A. R. Joyce entertained the J. S. Y. Club last Wednesday afternoon. After the business was dispensed light refreshments were served. The I. A. and N. Club have issued invitations for an informal reception Friday evening, June 12, at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Warren, complimentary to Miss Muriel Field's graduation. Mr. G. W. Perkins left Monday for Algona, Iowa, to be gone for four months. --- Mr. and Mrs. Friedrick W. Merchant, who came here a short time ago, lost their son, Friedrick Jr., Wednesday evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin of heart trouble. He was born at Blue Island, Ill., December 26, 1912. The remains were shipped to Chicago where all that remained was laid to rest in Mt. Glenwood cemetery. We extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Merchant in their loss. ARMY OFFICER WOULD BAR AFRO-AMERICANS FROM FORT SCREVEN Central Railroad Company of Georgia to Test the Orders of Colonel Walke—If Carried Out Would Be a Great Inconvenience to Race. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Atlanta, Ga., June 12.—An order, said to have been issued by Colonel Willoughby Walke, commander of Fort Screven, prohibiting Afro-American passengers of the Central of Georgia Railway from detraining at Fort Screven at the depot will be tested out by the general counsel of the railroad with the war department. The matter came to the attention of the Central officials June 8 when an Afro-American employee was sent from South End to Fort Screven to clean up the station. The sentinel on duty at the depot would not permit him to get off there. A report was made to Mr. W. H. Wright, superintendent of the Central, and was referred to the railroad's counsel. It will be taken up with the commander and the war department. The railroad officials contend that the order is of great inconvenience to the Afro-American passengers whose business takes them to Fort Screven. On the opposite side of the tracks no provision has been made for passengers to board the trains or to get off. And under the order they are not permitted to use the depot. The property on which the station is situated belongs to the railroad. The Central has a right of way of 90 feet—50 feet on one side of the center of the tracks and 40 feet on the other, it is said by the officials. The commanding officer therefore has no authority to prohibit passengers from using the depot, it is said. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER WM. BOSWORTH BRUTAL MURDERER CAUGHT IN DETROIT William Bosworth, Who Almost Severed Angie Harris' Head from Her Body Sunday Morning, May Be Brought Back for Trial Today by Officer Jesse Harper. STATE'S ATTORNEY INVESTIGATES CHIVERS SHOOTING Assistant State's Attorney Edward E. Wilson Drawn Up Bosworth Extraction and State Prosecutor Will Vigorously Push Every Case. William Bosworth, who brutally murdered Mrs. Angle Harris at her home, 3338 State street, Sunday morning. May 3, by slashing her throat from ear to ear, has been caught in Detroit, Mich. Assistant State's Attorney Edward Wilson prepared the extradition papers and Officer Jesse Harper will arrive in Chicago with the prisoner today. The murder of Mrs. Harris was the most revolting crime that has been committed on the south side and the state's attorney's office is prepared to bring the case to trial at once. Bosworth was suspected by the police from the beginning. It was learned that after his crime he hid in Chicago for five days. Then he went to South Chicago, where someone telephoned him that the police were after him and he fled to Detroit, where he was apprehended. Exonerate Alleged Slayer of Janitor. Maternal Angela Stayer of Sanjur. Though three men identified him as the man who shot and killed Thomas Chivers, a janitor, on June 4, William F. Quesse of 4827 Prairie avenue was ordered released from custody by a coroner's fury Wednesday afternoon and a verdict, was returned that the murder was committed by some one unknown. Quesse, who is business agent for the Flat Janitors' Union, had been arrested by the police soon after the murder, which was committed in front of the Moystinville apartments, 3751 Vernon avenue. Chivers was killed as a result of a labor row, it being said that he was stain because he took the place of a white janitor who was on a strike. A number of walking delegates were arrested and questioned. Banish the Armed Bullies. With the advent of summer there seems to be an increase of crime and hardly a day passes without a terrible cutting or shooting affray, and only the prompt conviction and severe punishment of the offenders will check the wave of crime. The attention of the police department is again called to the armed bullies that infest certain low dives and hang around the street corners. Many claim that these rowdies are not armed but the least argument quickly brings forth a knife or a gun. Drive the rowdies from the corners and lock up the armed bullies. 32 YEARS IN JAIL FOR STEALING CHICKEN 32 YEARS IN JAIL FOR STEALING CHICKEN Austin, Texas, Man Serves 17 Years of Long Sentence for the Alleged Theft of Skinny Rooster—To Be Pardoned Emancipation Day. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Dallas, Texas, June 12—This state has strange ideas regarding law and justice. From Austin comes the report that on Emancipation Day, June 19, Governor Colquitt is going to pardon forty Afro-American convicts. This beneficent act on the part of the state executive would be a fitting part of the day's celebration if it was not known that one of the "convicts" to be released had served seventeen of a thirty-two years' sentence for stealing a chicken. The time of sentence of the other 39 convicts is not stated, but if thirty-two years is the maximum for the theft of a skinny rooster fourteen must be the minimum for picking up a pin point. The daily newspapers say that this terrible criminal has always contended that he was not guilty, and everyone is thankful for that. WEDDING OF TWO PROMINENT PEOPLE Miss Beulah Medley and William Riley United in Marriage. Miss Beulah Medley, one of Chicago's popular girls, was married to Mr. William Riley on Wednesday evening at her home by the Rev. Moses Jackson of Grace Prebysterian Church. Mr. and Mrs. Riley have the best wishes of The Chicago Defender and a host of Friends. BEAVERS MAKE GOOD SHOWING. The Beavers baseball team, the only club in the Junior Amateur Association, is making a good showing. Although they have met two successive defeats, the team has played excellent ball against disadvantages. The first defeat was at the hands of the Division A. C. in Austin. But the manger strengthened the team, and when they played the Whittlers at 31st and 44th avenue, they played a better game. The score was a tie in the eighth, but in the first half of the ninth the boys scored two. only to let the Whittlers turn around and score three. Manager Myers has selected a talented bunch of amateur players. Lots of women can grandly sweep into a room who can't and won't sweep out. Located at 6155 Wentworth Avenue. One r of the Best Equipped Offices in Chicago. The Fraternal Real Estate Co. calls special attention to their many attractive bargains in sales of desirable residences and flat buildings on the South Side; also many flats to rent at low rates. They also call your attention $^o$ the many facilities of their building (see cut on another page); the lodge room and its equipments; the entertainment hall on the fourth floor; the 500 safety deposit boxes which rent for only $2.00 per year, a place to store your silverware and other valuables while away on your vacation. You are invited to visit ONE OF THE BEST EQUIPPED REAL ESTATE OFFICES IN CHICAGO. If you wish to borrow money, consult our LOAN DEPARTMENT. If you wish to buy property, consult our REAL ESTATE DEPARTMENT. If you wish to invest, consult our INVESTMENT DEPARTMENT. If you wish to take out an insurance, consult our INSURANCE DEPARTMENT. If you want to build, if you want your old house made new; if you want your old house stuccoed, call on our CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT. Being practical building mechanics they are fully competent to look after your interests along all lines of real estate and building. The officers are Morris C. Gaines, president; Edward Tidrington, secretary. Their telephone is 1712 Wentworth. BUTTE, MONTANA. Butte, Mont., June 12—Bethel Baptist church, Rev. E. B. Eread, pastor. Services at 11 a. m. Sunday School 12:30 and preaching at 8 p. m. Literary every Tuesday night. Prayer meeting Friday night. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Whiteside, who have been with us for the last month, left Wednesday for their home in Chicago. . Schaffer A. M. E. Church, Rev. John Adams, pastor. Service 11 n. m. and 8 p. m. Literary Thursday night. . Silver Bow Lodge No. 2,899, G. U. O. of O. F., elected these officers Monday night: George Taylor, N. G. L. R. Riddley, V. G.; John Withers, N. F.; Jerry Larkins, P. N. G.; L. S. Sheets, T. R.; F. M. Shannon, P. Sec. Isaac Hayes, L. Sec. Don't forget to call at Larkin's barber, P. 9. E. Glena street, every Tuesday for The Chicago Defender. . . . Silver City Lodge No. 9 A. F. & A. M. have elected the following officers: Henry Davis, W. M.; Nesbert Fraigler, J. W. Walter Scott, S. W.; H. D. Fagons, T. R.; H. O. Cole, Sec. . . . Mr. John F. Davies left Monday for Sheridan, Wyoming, to set up an Odd Fellows Lodge. AT THE CHATEAU GARDENS Something of Interest Every Minute at the Cool and Pleasant Rendezvous. The boosters' picnic Friday was the greatest thing of the season. Everything went off nicely and everybody was happy. Sunday night Messrs. E. J. Hendricks, Carl A. Miller, Samuel Smallwood, Edward E. Greene and William R. Sangster, the last remnant of the "Boosters," enjoyed a fine dinner. Miss Ruth Belmont has returned to the Chateau after a ten days' rest feeling very much recuperated. Mrs. L. Troutman entertained Miss Anna Smith and Miss Washman at a birthday party Sunday night. After the ball game Sunday afternoon and up to 1 a. th. closing time it is estimated that 1,600 people visited the Chateau and enjoyed its splendid service. It continually grows in popular favor. REMOVAL NOTICE. Dr. W. H. Britt has moved his office from 4901 State street to 4710 State street (over the theatre). CORRESPONDENTS AND AGENTS TAKE NOTICE! Hereafter all matter for publication in the current issue of The Chicago Defender must reach the office not later than Wednesday of each week. Remember we go to press on Thursday, and no matter will be inserted if not received by Wednesday night. This change is made in order to insure the prompt delivery of the paper throughout the world on Saturday. Correspondents must mail matter not later than Tuesday evening. Fifteen years in General Private Practice and Laboratory Prosthesis. Every modern appliance to render operations on the teeth and extraction painless. The patronage of ladies and children solicited. Lady assistant. Hotel Pullman 3639, 3641, 3643 S. State St. first and largest colored hotel in America. First-class accommodations arrived 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. Englewood Lodge G.U.O. of O.F. and BARBERS The Fraternal Real Estate Company M. C. GAINES, President W. T. GAINES, Jr., Treasurer EDW. TIDRINGTON, Secretary Renting, Selling, Loans on 1st and 2nd Mortgages JUSTAMERE INN SUMMER RESORT Corner Broadway Street and Empire Avenue BENTON HARBOR, MICH. Newest and most modern resort for select people. In the heart of the beautiful Michigan fruit belt. Rates $10 and up per week. Take Fair Plain or Michigan Street Car—Fare 5c. TELEPHONE 1160 VAL. P. MITCHEM, Proprietor Milk, Cream, Stationery, Confectionery, Tobacco, Cigars, Newspapers, Bread, Cakes and Pies. Before buying G Me. We give Fish and Weber Stamps with Groceries, Ice Cream and Sodas. A First-Class Layaway Agency in Connection. Looking for a Tailor Are you looking for somebody who will build your new Spring Outfit and do it right? See Adams, The Tail 2939 South State Street Capelline leaddrizzator is saponaceous and gives the hair and scalp a thorough shampooing. "Capelline" straightens the hair and makes it wavy or curly as desired, with only one application. Capelline* is unlike any other preparation. It electrifies the hair and scalp and causes a rapid growth. It is wonderful because it turns back to its original condition. NOW OPEN SLICK MAN LURES BOY FROM AFRICA; BEATS AND ROBS HIM ```markdown ``` Dr. L. W. De Laurence, Operating Occulate Philosophy Agency and Head of Brotherhood of Magic, Fails to Hypnotize Mitchell D. Williams—Breaks Chair Over His Head. SECURES ALL OF HIS MONEY Attorney Finishes Copies of Schumer's Correspondence — Williams Was Student of Pharmacy at Lagos, South Nigeria, When Roped Into Fake Study. If the plans of Attorney Franklin D. Denison are carried out Dr. L. W. De Laurence, 117 North Wabash avenue, maintaining the Occult Philosophy Agency, or the Brotherhood of Magic, will have a chance to demonstrate his power within the prison wall. In a few days the head of this mysterious concern will be placed on trial for assaulting an African boy by hanging a chair over his head and for misappropriating all of his money. Leaves School to Join LEAVES SCHOOL TO JOIN. The victim of this schemer with the high-sounding name is Mitchell D. Williams, a youth from Lagos, South Nigeria, on the west coast of Africa. William had just completed a three years' term as an attendant in a hospital and was studying pharmacy when he received some of Dr. Laurence's literature setting forth the wonders of Occult Philosophy and the powers of the Brotherhood of Magic. He was induced to join and, as the story goes, left his home for that purpose. Puts Up $150.00. He arrived in Chicago and was introduced to Dr. Laurence. May 6 he paid the doctor $150 and his instructions began. A part of the mystic lessons was hypnotism. The doctor tried his power on the boy and when he failed to yield to his influence he hung one of his office chairs over his head. Williams then demanded his money back but instead of complying the doctor made him work a week for nothing. He still had $25, but when he fled his tormentor had secured all of his money except $6. Col. Denison Takes Case. His case was placed in the hands of Col. Denison, who had Dr. Laurence arrested, and who is now preparing to prosecute him to the full extent of the law. "I have the doctor's receipt for the $150 and other evidences of the fraud," said the attorney to a Chicago Defender reporter, "and the case will come to trial in a few days." A crusade against these fake cults is now on in Chicago, and the Occult Philosophy Agency is to be thoroughly investigated with the idea of locating any other victims. This is another story in letters. Dr. Laurence has been very careful with his literature, but Attorney Denison has furnished The Defender with a copy of his letters. AFFAIRS IN MILWAUKEE. Our Special Correspondent's Interest ing Week End Letter from This Popular Wisconsin City. By Luna M. Scott. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Milwaukee, Wis., June 12.—The dedication and laying of the cornerstone of St. Mark's A. M. E. Church at 497 Fourth street brought many out-of-town visitors to the city. Among the many were Mr. Gus Robinson and mother, Mrs. Anna Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. Hunt and the Misses Alexander of Waukegan, Ill.; Mr. J. Windsor Smith of Evanston, Ill.; Mrs. Mary Simms and daughter, Miss Della, of Chicago, who were the guests of Miss Mollie Doty, 321 Prairie street; Mr. Leon Peterson of Belolt, Wis.; Miss Mayne Holiday and Mr. Vincent Saunders of Chicago, who were the guests of the Misses Burgette Sunday afternoon. The dedicatory sermon was delivered by Bishop B. F. Lee of Wilberforce, O., on Sunday morning. In the evening Rev. A. G. Cary of Chicago preached, and the report of the rally given by the Twelve Tribes of Israel was read. The Tribe of Levi, under the leadership of Mrs. Mary Burgette, headed the list with $35. Monday afternoon the Chicago A. M. E. Ministerial Union met. In the evening, under the management of Mr. and Mrs. Peter C. Clark, an old settlers' reception was given. The pioneer settlers told of the history and struggles of the church. Rev. J. Higgins, Jennifer and Boyd of Chicago were among the guests of honor. Tuesday evening concluded the dedication. A recital was given, the special feature being organ numbers rendered by Mr. Walter E. Gossette of Evanston, Ill., who was organist for the entire services. THE DEFENDER IN NEW YORK. Readers of the Chicago Defender can always find copies of the paper on sale. Subscriptions and advertisements and local news are taken at office rates. THE STANDARD NEWS CO., Chas. Gary, Pres. & Gen'l Manager, 131 W. 53rd St., New York. Daily Thought. All but God is changing day by day. Charles Kingsley. --- Recular Classification In the census office at Washington acts against the law are recorded under a few main heads, such as murder, burglary, etc. A lady who was working there recently ran across the crime, "Running a blind tiger." After a puzzled moment she placed it under the list, "Cruelty to Animals." News of the Churches ST. MARY'S A. M. E. CHURCH Services, 10:45 a.m. m. and 7:45 p.m. Sunday school, 1:30 p. m.; T. W. White, Superintendent, Christian Endeavor, 6:45 p. m.; Mrs. T. Wallis, president. The Sunday school will render a special program for children's day. In the morning the pastor will preach. At 7:45 a special program has been prepared. The choir will render the music. GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Mr. W. O. Brown is singing bass in the choir now, having succeeded Mr. Hann, who is traveling. Sunday will be children's day in the Sabbath School, and a suitable program will be rendered. There will be primary and junior graduation exercises. Sunday morning service, 10:45 a.m. m. Sunday school, 12:45 p. m. Prayer meeting, S o'clock Wednesday evening. MT. CARMEL C. M. E. CHURCH. The services at Mt. Carmel last Sunday were exetraordinary all day. At 11 a. m. the pastor preached. His theme was "Behold, what manner of man is this? The wind and sea obey him." At 8 p. m. our own Rev. Emery Booth preached. His theme was "Blood Sacrifice." Despite the intense heat the services were woll attended. The literary society is doing fine. Their subject for debate was "Is the Negro Under Any Obligation to Defend the American Flag?" All literary debaters are invited to attend. The literary meets every Tuesday evening in the church. QUINN CHAPEL. The church was well filled on last Sunday morning. Bishop Heard, who has recently returned from South Africa, where he has resided for several years as presiding bishop of that diocese, preached a very interesting, instructive sermon. He held the audience spellbound throughout his discourse. Gleening is still going on in connection with the rally. Rev. Robinson preached at night. Fine services all day. On Monday night the church was crowded to hear the solo contest, the first of its kind ever given in Chicago. It was a marked success. Every church in Chicago was represented by preachers, soloists and members, which shows very plainly that "Mother Quinn" still holds a place in the affections of other churches. Madame Payton of Euenzeer Baptist Church received the prize given by the congregation as the most popular singer, and Mr. Settles of St. Thomas Episcopal Church was awarded the prize as the best professional singer. After the exercises the crowd repaired to the dining room, which was very artistically arranged and partook of the delicacies of the season. HOPE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. The attendance was somewhat reduced, owing to the extreme heat, but the pastor delivered helpful discourses which were enjoyed by all present. Miss May Bell Hill was at the organ in the absence of Miss M. G. Jefferson, who is visiting friends in the East. Wardsworth Holmes is training the Sabbath school on children's day exercises. * * * The C. E. was led by W. W. Jefferson, who gave instructive remarks upon the topic. * * * The board of trustees has arranged to hold a church carnival during July on the church lawn. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. Thursday evening, May 4, was an occasion long to be remembered by every loyal member and friend of St. John. It was the evening set apart for the grand celebration of the burning of the mortgage, which for so long had been the heavy burden upon this church. Deposit the inclementy of the weather—for it was very stormy—crowds gathered and filled the church to its utmost capacity. Had it been a pleasant evening many would have had to be turned away. Dr. Wilson in his preliminary remarks spoke of the great struggle in which he found these people engaged when coming to this church. No time was there to waste, said he, for things were in a dangerous condition, the mortgage being $1,700, and the time Limit in which to pay it was very short. To save this property immediate effort was necessary. So without any hesitation whatever we set out as men to meet these conditions. And although the clouds of difficulty were black and the goal to which we were working seemed almost impossible to reach, yet in the face of it all we did not grow weary nor discouraged, but struggled on. And tonight there is no man or woman who has any bonded claim against this property. It is 'ours. ST. LUKE M. F. CHURCH On next Sunday our quarterly meeting will be held at 3 o'clock. Rev. Joseph A. Winters will be the speaker. Dr. G. R. Bryant will speak at both morning and evening service. Come and hear three good sermons Sunday. Sunday school at 12:30. The attendance on last Sunday was good. Let us keep it up until we reach the 100 mark. The Epworth League meets at 7:30. Come prepared to say something on the topic. Come and worship with us on Sunday next. Good preaching and singing. WALTER'S A. M. E. ZION CHURCH. The services were well attended on last Sunday in spite of the intensely warm weather. Rev. S. Hatton of Boston, Mass., preached an excellent sermon in the morning. The pastor delivered a short sermon in the evening, at which service the sacraments of the holy communion was administered. The revival services which are being held at the church every evening at 8 o'clock under the direction of Rev. J. A. Donaldson of Terre Haute, Ind., are meeting with great favor and interest, and are attracting good-sized audiences. Rev. Donaldson is a preacher of no little merit. His sermons are being very well received. The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society held a very successful lawn fete at the home of the president, Mrs. H. J. Callis, on Thursday evening last. The affair was a success socially and financially. Members and friends of the society exhibited an unusual interest in the preparations for the event. It is due to this interest that the success is so marked. The Missionary Society is grateful. Rev. and Mrs. Callis are preparing to leave the city early in the week to attend the annual session of the Michigan conference, of which our church is a member. The conference convenes at noon, Wednesday, June 17, in Windsor, Canada. Rev. and Mrs. Callis will be absent from the city about a week. The revival meetings will be continued throughout the coming week, and probably for a much longer period. UNION CITY, TENN. Union City, Tenn., June 12—Miss Annie McMakin left Wednesday for Paducah, Ky., to visit relatives. * * Mrs. Mary Dangerfield arrived home Thursday after a six weeks visit to Chattanooga, Tenn. Her daughter Mrs. Willie E. Lowe, came back with her. * * Dr. E. H. Grivine has returned home from a business trip. * * Mrs. H. M. McMakin left a few days ago for Dyersburg. * * Miss Ruth Sims of Vancouver, B. C., who has been visiting, Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Clark, departed for her home by the way of San Francisco, where she will visit before going home. * * Little Miss Eva Clark and Gladys Long visited Rev. and Strayhorn of Martin. * * The home of Mr. and Mrs. Austin Johns was a scene of beauty when her doors were thrown open Tuesday night in honor of Miss Sangston and Miss Sims, Mrs. B. L. Clark's house guest. The crowd stayed until eleven o'clock, then they left for Miss Charlie C. Wells, where she entertained them until after 2 o'clock, when every one left for home. The men appeared later with the distinguished guest from Hickman, Ky. At the cafe of Messrs. Powers and Totten, where they entertained in honor of the groom-to-be, Mr. James Priest, until about 4 o'clock. * * Mrs. E. L. Little of Memphis, Tenn., who has been the guest of Mrs. L. A. Totten and Mrs. A. L. Owen, has returned home. * * Mrs. Mary A. Schaggs was the only hostess of the Four Leaf Clover Club Monday afternoon. * * Miss Zula Caldwell left for Jackson a few days ago for a few days' visit. * * Miss Carrie Sangston and quite a number of her friends were the guests of Mrs. B. L. Clark, Mrs. Sallie Cunningham and Miss Charlotte C. Wells Tuesday. * * * One of the swellest affairs given this season was the fishing party given by the Y. W. E. Club Friday. * * Mrs. Wm. A. Weston and little daughter were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. Sam Cunningham last week. * * Dr. Weston and several others from Hickman accompanied Mr. James Priest over Tuesday night. * * Mrs. Ellie Clark entertained in honor of Miss Carrie Sangston, bride elect, at a linen shower last Tuesday afternoon. Quite a few were present and many useful presents were received. Messrs. Power and Totten served the guests. * * Rev. William Fowlkes and little daughter Willie E. Minota, spent Sunday at James Chaple's. * * The little Misses Eva Clark and Gladye Clong visited Rev. and Mrs. Strayhorn of Martin. * * Little Susie Mai Wells and Erma Cooper gave a party in honor of Miss Weston of Hickman, Ky. Tuesday afternoon. * * Mrs. Hattle Mortin is on the slick list. * * Mr. Albert Henderson is also reported on the slick list. * * Word has been received of the accident to and death of Mrs. Ella Daniels, Mrs. H. M. Hill and Mrs. A. King attended the funeral. * * Miss Willie L. Sanderson spent Sunday with her mother in Obion. . KALAMAZOO, MICH. Kalamazoo, Mich., June 12—Dr. A. B. Deage will be out of the city for a few weeks. While away he will visit Knoxville College, Tenn., to deliver an address and will return June 20. * * Miss Vivian Mitchell of Ostego was in the city last week. * * Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Russell were in Ostego last week visiting friends. * * Mrs. Hill was called to Paw Paw on account of the illness of her sister-in-law, Mrs. F. H. Heil. * * Miss Pauline Bird, after a long illness is improved. * * Rev. William Simpson of Lansing, Mich., was in the city last week to attend the installation of the officers of the Dunbark Club. * * The Dunbark house will entertain the Dunbark Club at the regular meeting June 20. * * Mrs. Geo. Stafford was guest of her grandmother, Mrs. Hackley, for a few days. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Dunbarn Club met at the home of Dr. and Mrs. A. B. Cleage to elect their regular officers. The following officers were elected: Mrs. E. W. Edwards, president; Mrs. W. P. Henson, vice-president; Estella V. Duncan, recording secretary; Mrs. Henry Williams, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Amanda Johnson, treasurer. They will have a meeting twice a month. Life. Life is made up not of knowledge only but of love also—Emerson. Wood Restored. Woodwork which has grown dull with time and the accumulation of dust may be restored by first cleaning thoroughly with kerosene on a channel cloth, it should then be polished with a mixture of two parts of turpentine to one of lined soap. Apply this with a soft cloth and rub with channel until every trace of the liquid seems to have disappeared. Repeated applications and continued rubbing will give a rich gloss to wood trim or mahogany furniture. Mr. Macon Saunders has returned from a visit with his mother at Carrollton, Miss. His Friend Mr. G. Laskey accompanied him home from Greensboro, Miss. Rev. Bolden preached an able sermon in the morning, June 7, at the Second Baptist Church, and Rev. Kirk preached an able sermon in the evening. Roscoe Johnson of South West street had his toe operated on recently. Mr. Elmer Wagoner was a Peoria visitor June 7. He reports a fine time. Word was received here recently of the death of Mr. Will King at St. Louis, Mo. He formerly resided here. Word was received here of the death of Mrs. Larinda Lewis at Hannibal, Mo. She formerly lived here.. Mr. Charles Reed featured recently at the Grand. Springfield, Ill., June 12—Last Sunday was a very busy day in religious realms. Annual sermons are still on. At St. Paul A. M. E. Church the U. B. F. Fraternity turned out. A large crowd was out. Dr. J. C. Sherrill of the M. E. Church, field secretary of the Foreign Mission Board, was in the city a part of last week and preached several sermons on Sunday—one at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, one at Grace M. E. and one at Buffalo, Ill. We had a very fine baseball game here June 7 between Decatur and Springfield. Fred Long won the plaudits of the day by knocking three home runs. Henceforth he shall be no longer called simple Fred Long, but "Home Run Long." The Brownies all did well, but the Glants, after conceding the game, made a hit and at last won the game in the ninth after two outs had been registered against them. The band has made a decided improvement. R. Vires is manager and desires credit for the rapid success deserves credit for the rapid success made. The band will give an excursion picnic up the Illinois river soon, and expects to take a goodly number from here and from Peoria. Tomorrow the Giants play the Myers Bros. team, a local white aggregation. Decatur will probably return in a few weeks. That "Long" pitcher for Decatur is "some pitcher." Ex-Senator T. T. Allain is in the limelight. The prolific writer will hold his own. [From Records, Department of Health. Butler, Davis 21, 2951 S. Dearborn Dalton, Martha 40 yrs, 2951 S. Dearborn Street, May 21. Davis, Martha 54 yrs, 2951 Dearborn Street, June 3. Davis, Jefferson 63 yrs, 3702 Webster Street, June 3. Davis, John 44 yrs, 4559 State street, June 5. Drinke, Matilda 42 yrs, 4457 Broadway, Everange, Lucy 71 yrs, 316 W. Chicago avenue, June 6. Hall, Benjamin 55 yrs, 6031 Throop street, June 8. Harris, Marshall 49 yrs, 2831 La Salle Howard, Katherine 1 yr, 3190 Dearborn street, June 3. Jones, Dora 21 yrs, 2949 Federal street, Jones, John G. 61 yrs, 3719 Federal street, June 3. Jones, Richard 58 yrs, 3003 Dearborn street, June 4. Jones, Wm. 59 yrs, 426 W. 56th street, June 4. Lacey, Anna 62 yrs, 1222 Congress street, May 25. Nichols, Georgia 44 yrs, 3419 Federal street, Smith, Edward 36 yrs, 1925 Federal street, June 1. Sixteen, Robert 22 yrs, 3007 Federal street, Sweeny, Nettle 55 yrs, 5821 Lafayette street, June 10. Thomas, Peter 39 yrs, 3529 State street, June 3. Thomas, Rhoda 59 yrs, 6031 Throop street, June 8. Walter, Mary 1 yr, 3958 Dearborn street, June 7. Williams, Jennie 2 yrs, 2424 Seminary Street, June 7. Walls, Walter 34 yrs, 2713 La Salle street, June 6. Wilson, James 55 yrs, 3516 State street, June 17. Warfield, Wm. 38 yrs, 103 W. 60th street, June 4. DEATH OF MRS. ABBIE CROSS. Word has been received in Chicago of the death of Mrs. Abbie Cross, wife of W. Y. C. Wilson, at her home, 722 Europe street, Baton Rouge, La. She was buried from Wesley M. E. Church May 26. Mrs. Cross was an aunt of C. Cross, 3556 Street state. I wish to thank Mr. George Hawley for his kindness and assistance to me during the short illness and death of my beloved husband, Frank Darnell, and for the careful management of his funeral, and to his many other friends and associates who sent beautiful tokens of flowers I am sincerely grateful. MRS. CORA DARNELL The dude from New York is who thinks he holds them tightly with H. W. ? Look-out, W. W.; Mrs. W. W. may come home soon. The doll is who is making a hit with W. A.? A. J. is correct. The dude is who has been seeing H. W. and A. J.? You had better look out, J. A. The Grace baseball dude is who will leave town? We will all miss you, H. W. The doll is who will soon leave town? Is C. I. going with S. H. The 35th street doll is who is being deceived by the dudes. Two dolls are who have been making Washington Park their home with the dudes? H. S. and M. H. are the dolls. The Federal street doll was that tried to break into the County Jail this week? The redcap was that went to work at the hat and coat when the janitor and real antitumor came? Oh! you boy! The Wabash avenue chocolate blonde The R. R. dude is who is showing his bankbook all the time? P. L. is the dude. You can see more than five bones before you begin to show your book, P. L. Jinks—He settled $1,000,000 on the count and the cuss won't even play poker with him, so he's he can get a little back—New York Globe. --- THE CHICAGO DEFENDER PRAIRIE STATE EVENTS The Latest News from Jacksonville, Decatur, Peoria, Braidwood, Torino and Other Illinois Towns. By Nelle Early. Jacksonville, Ill., June 12.—One of the grandest receptions ever held in this city was that of May 29 by the Pleasant Hour Club at the beautiful residence of Mrs. C. M. Sharp on West Lafayette avenue. The luncheon was excellent and all had an enjoyable time. Miss Jessie Wattall has returned from Louisiana, Mo., after spending a week. Mr. Westley Davis has gone to St. Louis, Mo. The West Art Club of Ladies met June 4 with Mrs. Mary Robinson on Anna street. Miss Ella Robinson royally entertained the club and excellent refreshments were served. Lonnie Hall of Litchfield, Ill., visited his mother here recently. Mr. James Mack of Lurton street is reported better. Little Alice Rollins is visiting relatives in Quincy, Ill. Mr. Altie Smith has returned from Peoria, Ill. Miss Alice Johnson of West Morton avenue had the misfortune recently to stick a nail in her foot. Mrs. George C. Parks of South Manralster street is improving from her illness. Mr. Andrew Trumbo died June 8 at his home on South Kosciusko street. Miss Aaron Powers has gone to her home in Columbus, Mo. Miss Josephine Waddle is on the sick list, as is also Miss Margaret Berry. Word was received by Mrs. Martha Wilson of Tendick street of the death of her son William Wilson at Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Grant of St. Louis, Mo., have arrived in the city to reside. Mr. Fernandes Muse and Mrs. Mattie Carpenter and Mr. Leslie Harrison were Springfield visitors recently. The U. B. F.'s and S. M. F.'s sermon was preached by Rev. Merriwether June 7 at the A. M. E. Church. Mrs. Walter Carry and daughter of Pittsfield, Ill., visited the Mallory brothers here recently. The Kansas Club gave a very successful musical June 8 at the A.M. E. church. Mrs. John Dunn is captain of the club, Mr. Thomas Parker of North Pine street received the quilt. Little Isador Charles, son of Mrs. Jessie Saunders, is seriously ill at this writing. Mr. Carl Mack of Lurton street had the misfortune to sprain his back. Mr. Charley Moore died June 8 at his home on Goltra avenue. Mrs. Lily Carter and daughters Dorothy and Pearline of East Chamber street and Mrs. Carl Mack visited her daughter, Mrs. Nelson Saunders, at New Orleans, Ill. Mr. Carlton Wheeler left for Ottawa, Ill., to work. Miss Minnie House spent May 31 in Waverly, Ill. Mr. Harvey Brinkman of West Anna street left for Davenport, Ia., June 2. The strawberry social given June 5 at the Second Baptist Church was well attended. The Pleasant Hour Club met June 5 at the home of Mrs. C. H. Freeman. Prizes were awarded to Dunn and Mrs. C. M. Sharp. * * * The Illinois Club gave a very successful supper at the A. M. E. Church June 2. *** Mrs. Sherman and daughter of Marion, Ky., were recent guests here. Mrs. Sherman visited her daughter, Mrs. Shelby, of South West street. Miss Mammie Sallee and Mr. Wath Williams were Springfield guests June 7. Mr. Lawrence Blue has returned from Peoria, Ill., after a pleasant visit. Mrs. Lewis and grandson Edward spent a week with Mrs. Ella Hogan at Sinclair, Ill. Mrs. Alice Rollins of South Church street is visiting her sister in Chicago. Master Earl Franklin departed for Chicago to visit his mother. He will also visit other cities. He has been studying the violin and attending school here. Born June 3 to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Black of East Washington street a fine daughter. A son has arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Trumbo on South Church street. The Needle Crush Club officers are as follows: President, Mrs. Albert Brown; vice president, Mrs. George Young; secretary, Mrs. R. Hill; chapain, Mrs. George Harris; treasurer, Mrs. M. Bryant; journalist, Mrs. S. Mitcherson; assistant secretary, Mrs. C. Duncan; chairman of music, Mrs. O. Williams; assistant chairman music, Mrs. Oscar Williams. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. Deaths of the Week A CARD OF THANKS GUESS WHO? Height of Meanness Lincoln State Bank of Chicago UNDER STATE SUPERVISION CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS PHONE DOUGLAS 7151 - Two rooms, one available for man and wife or two gentleman, one for man and wife or a gentleman, nice quiet place with nice food, good transportation; steam heat. 13-20 36514 FOREST AV. PHONE DOUGLAS Nicely furnished rooms; hot and cold water, gas and bath; private kitchen for roomers. Apply Mrs. W. A. Rice. 13-20 4752 WABASH AV. 3rd FLAT, FRONT- Nice, light, airy front room; modern conveniences; no other roomers. 13-20 3515 RHODES AV. 2nd APT. PHONE douglas $803 - Nicely furnished rooms; steam heat and all other modern conveniences; very homely; convenient to 35th st. car line. 13-20 4440 LANGLEY AV. PHONE DREXEL 2448 - Nicely furnished rooms, all modern conveniences; light and airy. 13-20 3455 PRAIRIE AV. - Nicely furnished, light and airy rooms; steam heat and all modern conveniences; near car line; $5.50 per week, including gas used in kitchen. 13-20 4556 LANGLEY AV. PHONE DREXEL 7554 - Room and board; $5.00 per week; quiet home; nice location. Apply Mrs. L. M. Farmer. 11 5750 LAFAYETTE AVE. (OLD NAME Dearborn), 2d flat, splendid parlor room with 240 square feet, and wife or for single gentleman. All modern conveniences. Can live in as own home, or for house, an exceptional opportunity for exe- ptional people. Want congenial and reliable people only. 6-13 3534 CALUMET AVE. PHONE DOUGLAS 3474, two nicely furnished light and airy rooms, furnished or unfurnished, con- veniences all modern, private kitchen if newly decorated, convenient to car. 6-13 3554 RHODES AVE. FIRST FLAT— to rent; furnished or unfurnished; light house, private phone Douglas 791; near 353 st. car line. 6-13 3246 VERNON AVE. FIRST BLVD.— designed for room, flat, airy room, elec- tric lights, running water, all con- veniences. Phone Douglas 4174. Lincoln State Bank UNDER STATE 3105-07 South CHICAGO Douglas CAPITAL, $200,000.00 DINES DINES This Registering Home Bank FREE to our Savings Depositors; will start you saving and keep you at it. A Savings Account is the first step to wealth. Open one with us. BUY THE CHICAGO DEFEND PAGE THREE 2309 RHODES AVE — NEAT, LIGHT. modern room near two lines of the phone service; gift or couple employed preferred. Phone Douglas 8722. 6-13 3353 CALUMET AVE — FIRST-CLASS light housekeeping rooms; nicely light, light and airy, for guests or two gentlemen; all modern conven- ences; front rooms. 3318 WABASH AV.2, flat PLAT—Nicely light, light and airy rooms, contai- nling all furniture, containing and surface car lines; gentlemen preferred. Apply Mrs. Butler. 23-20, 6-13 BUSINESS CHANCES MORGAN PARK PROPERTY FOR SALE CHEAP. PRESS BRICK, TWO-FLAT BUILDINGS on 109th st., two blocks east of Vincennes av. Morgan Park, Ill. Five cents cafe for any part of the city. Price to on hand, on credit. Cash payment down. Six rooms in each flat. Best bargain in city today. Apply on premises, 1515 169th st., Morgan Park, M-30-6-13-20. SITUATION WANTED YOUNG MAN RECENTLY FROM FLORIDA wants position as porter in an alco. Good reference from last place. Anxious and writing to work, Address Alexander 2525 Walsh av., telephone Douglas 4322. FURNITURE FOR SALE. FOR SALE—Four newly furnished rooms. For sale—cheap; leaving city. Gas and electric bills paid. Rent $2. Douglas 5399. Call any day between 12 and 6, 3553 Rhodes av. BUSINESS CHANCES. DINING-ROOM OP HOTEL ON SOUTH Side boulevard, catering to white trade in the area. He also sells the helium he sold immediately for $150. Established six years. Doing business of $150 to $600 and $100 to $200, causes Cash only. Act at once. Snip Address H. L. C., care. Chicago Defender. INVESTMENTS Is your heart's desire a home all your own? If so you need no longer delay the quest for happiness. We have some interesting investments that we know you would like to see. We have a large new list of lots, cottages, houses and 2-flat, 3-flat and 6-flat buildings. Call and see us before buying. A PARTIAL LIST OF DESIRABLE FLATS FOR RENT. FOR SALE. 35th and Rhodes Ave. 3-flat, steam heat, 4 and 5 rooms. .... 36th and Rhodes Ave. 4-flat, steal heat, 5 and 6 rooms. .... 32nd and Wabash Ave. 6-flat, steam heat, 6 and 7 rooms. .... 51st and Wabash Ave. cottage, room, 6 and 7 rooms. .... 32nd and Rhodes Ave., house, 8 rooms, furnace heat, modern. .... 32nd and Vernon Ave., house, 8 rooms. Call or write for full particulars. 3512 South State Street, "Home of Real Estate Bargains." Telephones Douglas 200, Auto. 79-864. Bank of Chicago SUPERVISION State Street GO, ILL. 200 SURPLUS, $20,000.00 Commercial Banking Savings and Checking Accounts Foreign Exchange Safety Deposit Vaults Mortgages and Bonds 3% Interest on Savings Deposits Your Patronage Solicited Depository and Correspondent, Continental & Commercial National Bank of Chicago, Ill. DER AT ALL "L" STATIONS. Who Is the M Girl JOIN THE CHICAGO DEFE CONTEST TO I Contest Begins Today—Read the and Send Th Who Is the Most Popular Girl in Chicago? JOIN THE CHICAGO DEFENDER'S CONTEST TO DETERMINE THE QUESTION Contest Begins Today—Read the Particulars, Cut Out the Coupons and Send Them in at Once. MANY NEW ENTRIES. Subscriptions to the Defender are pilling in fast because citizens are anxious to read the world's greatest weekly paper and to cast a vote for the most popular girl in Chicago. Now is the time for you to subscribe and cast a vote for your friend. She can become more popular by getting the diamond ring offered by the Defender. IN CASE OF A TIE. In case of a tie in the city, the judges shall decide which of the two shall receive the diamond ring and the other contestant will be awarded a gold watch. The same condition will govern the contest as to who is the most popular girl in the United States. MISSES: Lydia Scott 60 Irane Bruce 57 The roward 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 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. 24 and on the following night the prize in the city will be awarded. The management of the contest has decided to hold the Interstate Popularity Contest in 1915 when the race will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the enamulation of the Afro-American. 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 news stands. An Explanation. Coupons for the most popular girl in the United States do not count for the most popular girl in Chicago, and those who utilized a coupon will find that the lesser number of votes in the printed list is due to that fact. Chicago Defender's The Most Popular Is..... Street..... Contest Begins Saturday, 8th, 1914. Mail all Votes [ONE VOTE] Chicago Chicago CHARLES M. CONLON, RE STATE REPRES Chicago Defender's Popularity Contest The Most Popular Girl In Chicago Is...... Street...... 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] CHARLES M. CONLON, REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE. Mr. Charles M. Conlon, Republican ings with the general public with candidate for State Representative in whom he comes in contact. the First Senatorial District, is well Mr. Conlon has been assured the known to the voters, as he was born support and co-operation of his many in this district, residing for the past friends in his present candidacy, and thirty-four years at 2832 South 5th they feel certain that his election will Charles M. Charles M. Conlon. avenue, and enjoys the reputation of a clean and unblemished record. For the past ten years he has been associated with W. H. Bowers & Co. in the real estate business. During this time he has enjoyed the friendship of his many friends gained by the kind and courteous manner shown in his deal- AGE FOUR The Reward. No Money Involved. Interstate Contest Postponed Begin Now—Save Coupons. An Explanation. IN CASE OF A TIE. In case of a tie in the city, the judges shall decide which of the two shall receive the diamond ring and the other contestant will be awarded a gold watch. The same condition will govern the contest as to who is the most popular girl in the United States. MISSES: Lydia Scott ..... 66 Irene Bruce ..... 57 Gladys Cobb ..... 56 Bertha Moseley ..... 37 Katherine Williams ..... 27 Cleo Mue Dickerson ..... 26 Irene McCoy ..... 24 Naomi Jackson ..... 23 Ethel Gaine ..... 21 Sallie Bolton ..... 18 Elizabeth Clark ..... 12 Betirla Portson ..... 11 Ruth Scott ..... 10 Haley Sampson ..... 10 Edith Madden ..... 9 Zenobra Taylor ..... 9 Hulen Perry ..... 7 Mae Coleman ..... 7 Marguerite Brown ..... 6 Frances Overton ..... 6 Lella Stubbs ..... 6 Adele Bird ..... 5 Easie Arnold ..... 5 Eva Overton ..... 5 Annabel Carey ..... 5 Mabel Owens ..... 5 Rena Benhamor ..... 4 Ethel Spence ..... 4 Ethel Murphy ..... 4 Pearl Mayor ..... 3 Maude Taylor ..... 3 Hazel McIntyre ..... 3 Swerie McGoden ..... 3 Geraldine Hodges ..... 8 Gertrude Barbour ..... 8 Bernice Kennedy ..... 3 Myrtle Arbuckle ..... 3 Vivlan Ferguson ..... 2 Garnetta Tibbs ..... 2 Eloise Carey ..... 2 TO NEW SUBSCRIBERS New subscribers to the Chicago Defender for one year will be entitled to cast twenty-five votes for one of the contestants in the popularity contest. The lucky one will receive a diamond ring worth $100. Voting now is confined to those who appear in the list solely. Popularity Contest For Girl In Chicago May 9th, and Ends Aug. to Contest Editor, The Defender, 3159 State St., Ill. ings with the general public with whom he comes in contact. Mr. Conlon has been assured the support and co-operation of his many friends in his present candidacy, and they feel certain that his election will M. Conlon. insure them of having elected a man who has the interests of the voters of the First Senatorial District at heart, and one who will work untiringly to push their interests to a successful conclusion. A vote for Charles means a vote for You-Him and 1. EDWARD DOCTOR, WELLKNOWN ELK, DIES INBOSTON. Mrs. William Carroll of Chicago Has Enjoyable Visit—Progressive Barber Dresses Workmen in White—Other News of Cleveland. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Cleveland, O., June 12—Mr. Edward Doctor, one of Cleveland's most popular and successful business men, for many years proprietor of the well-known Z Club, died in Boston last Saturday, after only a few days' illness with pneumonia. Mr. Doctor had planned to visit New York and Philadelphia before returning home. His remains arrived Monday, funeral services being held at St. John's Church Wednesday afternoon under the auspices of Cuyahoga Lodge No. 95, I. B. P. O. E. of W. He was a former member of Iron City Lodge of Pittsburgh. Mr. Doctor leaves the following named relatives to mourn his demise: Miss Reva Doctor, daughter; Mrs. Alice Gillam, sister, and Messrs. Frank and Ralph Doctor, brothers. Mrs. William Carroll of Chicago, who has been visiting her father-in- law, Mr. George Carroll, of the East End, returned home Tuesday highly elated with the hospitality of Cleveland's people. Among those who entertained Mrs. Carroll were Miss Mamle Davis, Mrs. Edith Wood, Mrs. Theo, W. Cole and Miss Dazalia Underwood, Mrs. Wallace Bolden, the Du Bois Literary Club and Mr. Carroll, Sr. Mrs. Carroll made a host of friends while in the city. Mr. Nose Dixon, proprietor of the Eureka barber shop, has demonstrated his progressiveness and up-to-dateness by donating his employees in white suits. Miss Alice Alexander is the efficient manicure. Mrs. James Owens of Arthur avenue was elected to represent the Du Bois Literary Club at the National Federation of Women's Clubs' annual convention at Wilberforce. Miss Cleota Collins, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. I. A. Collins of Columbus, who has been teaching at Florida Baptist College, is visiting Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Lemon and other friends in the city. Miss Collins will appear in a song recital late in June. --- Mr. Louis V. Jones, Cleveland's most popular young violinist, is preparing to go abroad to finish his course under one of Bohaina's greatest instructors. He leaves for Prague next month. WHITE PEOPLE TO BE BARRED AT NEW THEATRE Newspapers Publish Account of New Theatrical Venture in Which Afro-Americans Will Be the Ones to Discriminate—Story Is Not Given Credence. New York, June 12—It was announced in the theatrical circles this week that New York was to have an all Afro-American theater—a theater wherein there are to be no white focus, not even in the audience, except on certain days. If true some wise managers are behind a new move to shirk giving equal accommodations to the race in the city's various playhouses and hope to offset it by this new plan. Sensible people with the best interests of the race at heart hope that it is not true. It is like walking upstairs backward, and in these critical times, when race prejudice is on the increase especially along this line a combined fight against discrimination in existing houses is needed rather than the establishment of a theater suggested in the news stories in the daily newspapers Monday. Here is an extract from a Chicago newspaper: "A Broadway Theater for Colored People." "New York, June 8.—The longcherished plans of the colored people of New York to have a theater of their own are about to be put in operation. The Bijou theater, Broadway and Thirty-ninth street, for years one of the famous playhouses of the city, will be reopened next week as a theater for colored people. "The scheme is under the direction of Jerome Rosenberg, who will be one of the white persons connected with the venture. Rosenberg will inaugurate a colored stock company at the Bijou to play musical comedies and the opening production will be 'The Darktown Follies of 1914.'" "All the employees of the Bijou will be colored persons from the man in the box office to the ushers and the water boys. The orchestra too will be made up of colored musicians." "The Bijou is being redecorated for the opening and the price of the best seats will be $1. On certain afternoons the management plans to give performances when white persons will be admitted." Press Agent On the Job. If this is the work of a press agent taking advantage of the summer dullness, he is a good one. Anyhow the matter need not be taken seriously until the truth is positively known, and granting its truthfulness the new theater will make possible a position, for there must be a member of the staff capable of determining to what race some types of people belong. All power to the new expert, for he will be a mighty man among us. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER 4,000 PEOPLE HEAR W.J.BRYAN SPEAK AT HOWARD UNIVERSITY Secretary of State Is Orator at Forty-fifth Annual Commencement—Subject "The Measure of Greatness"—167 Receive Diplomas. By W. R. THOMPSON (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, D. C., June 12.-Under ideal skies and amid the leafy branches of stately elms, 4,000 people from everywhere witnessed the forty-fifth annual commencement exercises of Howard University last Wednesday afternoon. At 4 o'clock the academic procession of faculty and graduates, headed by President Stephen Morrell Newman, marched across the campus and took places in and about the specially-constructed pavilion near Clark Hall. After an invocation by Rev. B. F. Watson, secretary of the Church Extension Board of the A. M. E. Church, the Hon. William Jennings Bryan, secretary of State, delivered the address of the occasion, taking for his theme "The Measure of Greatness." President Newman presented one hundred and sixty-seven diplomas to the graduates of the several departments. The college of arts and sciences conferred the degree of bachelor of arts upon 49 candidates, the largest number ever graduated in a single year from any race college in the land. There were 23 graduates from the teachers' college; six from the school of theology; 32 from the medical college, with M. D. degree; 23 from the dental college, with degree of D. D. S.; and 9 from the pharmaceutical college, with degree of Phar. D.-G4 in all from the medical department; and 25 from the school of law, with degree of LL. B. In the college of arts and sciences, Miss Eva B. Dykes received the degree of A. B. sunama cum laude, the first time ever awarded by Howard University. A number of the graduates in medicine were assigned as internes in Freedmen's Hospital. Those Who Won the Prizes. Prizes were awarded as follows: The T. Edward Barry prize for public speaking, Miss Kynathen B. Bruce; James M. Gregory prize for best speaker in competitive debate, Howard H. Long; excellence in oratory, Guy S. Ruffin; best physical examination by member of junior class, $10, Charles H. Garvin; best standing in surgery, Peter M. Murray; highest standing in face of greatest difficulties, Harvey H. Rhineheart; Delta Tau Theta sorority prize for best short story, Mrs. Emma Rose; best thesis in political science, Walter E. Tibbs; Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority prize for highest average scholarship during four-year course, Eva B. Dykes. University debating honors went to A. D. Armstead, I. S. Curtis, H.-H. Long, H. E. Moore, W. A. Pollard, E. B. Smith and W. A. Temple. The honorary degree of master of arts was conferred upon Dwight O. W. Holmes, of the public schools of Baltimore, Md. The degree of doctor of divinity was conferred upon Rev. Alan Hudson, Brockton, Mass., and Rev. D. Butler Pratt, of Washington, D. C. The degree of doctor of laws was conferred upon Dr. Charles B. Purvis, of Boston, Mass., and Dr. Neil F. Graham, of Washington, D. C. To fill vacancies the following were elected members of the board of trustees of Howard University: Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones, of the U. S. Bureau of Education and special agent of the Phelps*Stokes educational fund; Rev. Alan Hudson, of Brockton, Mass.; and Rev. U. G. B. Pierce, pastor of All Souls' Unitarian Church, Washington, D. C. Howard Alumni in Evidence. The general alumni association of the university was greatly in evidence throughout the ceremonies of the day. The classes, divided off by their years of graduation, attended in large numbers, carrying appropriate banners, and filled the grand stand to the right of the speakers' platform. In the forementioned alumni held its annual session and transacted much important business. The address of the occasion was delivered by W. Justin Carter, Esq., of the bar of Harrisburg, Pa. Announcement was made that the gymnasium fund 'of $10,000 was progressing satisfactorily and that a more vigorous campaign than ever would be pursued during the coming year. A spirited debate was held on certain questions arising with respect to the school departments, but the officials under discussion were sustained by a majority vote. The election of officers resulted as follows: President, Dwight O. W. Holmes, re-elected; vice-presidents, Dr. Lucy E. Moton, G. W. Atkinson, Dr. S. G. Elbert, Rev. D. E. Wiseman, and Shelby J. Davidson; secretary, Sylvester, L. McLaurin; financial secretary, Robert A. Pelham; and treasurer, Mrs. Alma J. Scott. At night the annual banquet was held and some bright speeches were made. Other Notable Features. The commencement season was opened on last Sunday, with a baccalaureate sermon in Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel by President Stephen Morrell Newman, who delivered a splendid moral lesson from Paul's letter to Timothy on "Contending for the Prize Lawfully." A hymn written by President Newman, "A Hymn of Faith," with music by Roy W. Tibbs, of the Conservatory of Music, was rendered effectively by the choir. On Friday evening, May 28, President Newman was the speaker at the exercises of the graduating class in theology. On Monday evening the graduating exercises of the teachers' col- lege (normal classes), the academy and the commercial college were held in the chapel, with Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones as the orator of the evening. On Tuesday was held the closing recital of the university conservatory of music, under the direction of Miss Lulu Vere Childers and Mr. Roy W. Tibbs. Owing to the raising of the standard of instruction in this department, no graduates finished this year. GOOD SAMARITANS HOLD SIXTEENTH ANNUAL SESSION. R. W. S. G. P. Daughter Mrs. Ella V. Cash Presides in the Absence of Chief F. A. Rawlins, Who Is Ill. The Independent Order of Good Samaritans and Daughters of Samarita are now holding their sixteenth annual Grand session at Huelet's Hall, 2712 South State street. The Grand Lodge opened Tuesday, June 9, at 10 a.m. The R. W. S. G. Chief, F. A. Rawlins being confined by illness the R. W. S. G. P. Daughter Mrs. Ella V. Cash is efficiently conducting the session. All of the various lodges of the Illinois jurisdiction are represented by delegates while dinner is being served daily by the lodges of Chicago. The hall was dedicated Tuesday at 2 p. m. A reception for the visiting delegates Wednesday evening was largely attended; the memorial services at St. Paul's Church was an occasion long to be remembered by the order. There was a public installation and banquet to the newly elected officers Friday night. Among those present may be mentioned: N. C. Walls, R. W. S. G. Past Chief; James Carrington, R. W. S. G. V. C.; Phoebe Holmes, R. W. S. G. D. F.; Maggie Thompson-Pryor, R. W. S. G. Sec.; Adaline Gary, R. W. S. G. Asst. Sec.; Maffet Huelet, R. W. S. G. Treas; Charlotte Kennedy, R. W. S. G. Asst-Treas; Anna G. Knott, R. W. S. G. Organizer; Elizabeth Arms, R. W. S. G. Lecturer; Nottle M. Anderson, R. W. S. G. I. S. Ellen Pulress, Mamie L. Draper, Sallie Solomon, Susie Reed, Virginia Coleman, Minnie Clark, Amanda Grimes, Edna Frazier, Laura E. Dillard, Dr. C. D. Trice, Lucy Shepner, Rev. P. R. Thomas, Elizabeth McNary, Bro. Murphy, Atty. Richard E. Westbrook, and many others. EIGHTH STAFF TO SEE CAPTAIN RUFUS Colonel F. A. Denison, his field and staff officers will take a night to see "Captain Rufus" at the Pekin. The Parrairechs of Odd Fellows, under General Morris Lewis, will be invited to witness the show. SETTLEMENT OF BRICK STRIKE BRINGS JOY Long- Drawn- Out Controversy Between Manufacturers and the Unions Causes Great Privation in the Families of Hundreds of Workers. The settlement last week of the long-drawn-out brickmakers' strike has brought joy to hundreds of families in this city. The controversy between the brickmakers and the manufacturers affected 150,000 workers, a large number of them being Afro-Americans. To many families the settlement of the strife brings relief from suffering where savings had gone for food and rent weeks ago. Work for Many New Men. The lockout lasted three months. There is an accumulation of 170,000,000 brick in the various yards, which have been tied up during the strike. From the orders on hand it is expected that this supply will be quickly exhausted. More than 2,500 men engaged in the brick industry are expected to report for work this week. Monday it is expected that between 60,000 and 75,000 workmen in other building lines affected by the strike will resume activities. It is estimated that building operations to cost $25,000,000 were delayed by the tie-up. Thousands of extra men are now being employed by contractors in an effort to catch up with the work. CHARMING SOUTHERN GIRL VISTS CHICAGO. Miss Inez Jase, one of the prettiest and most charming girls of New Orleans, is in the city visiting and stopping at 2323 Wabash avenue. She has been royally entertained by Messrs. George Brown, Wesley Turner and Charles Dawson of the Art Institute. On Thursday night she saw "Captain Rufus" from a box, and said, "It was the best musical comedy she ever witnessed." Further commenting while being wined, she said, "Oh, these Chicago people are the best entertainers in the world." Miss Jase will remain several days, thereafter going to St. Louis and Memphis. GLENCOE, ILL. [Special to The Chicago Defender.] Glencoe, Ill., June 12—Mrs. Mary L. Watkins and Miss Asey, a school teacher of Springfield, were the guests of Mrs. George J. Gant and mother last week. Mr. Arthur Wettington of the city mall service is spending a few days in Glencoe, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. George Gant. Last Sunday was children's day. A good program was rendered. Mrs. Sarah Rankin Jr. is indisposed this week. Miss Mary Watts and Miss Nannie Keeleb were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Percy Baker at Happy Hollow farm Decoration day. They had a fine time. CUPID AND NURSE CURE MR. PRICE Provident Hospital Graduate Finds That First Patient Has Regard for a Heart Other Than His Own. Miss Alexena Cunningham, a recent graduate of Provident Hospital, by her gentle touch, amiable disposition and angelic kindness proved a lovable heroine in nursing a young man from death's door to health again. Mr. Price, who lives down the state, was in very poor health. The doctor said he needed a trained nurse. A telephone call was sent to Provident Hospital. Miss Cunningham was assigned to the case. From later events it is evident that Cupid lurked behind the door or hid in her uniform. She boarded a train and was at the bedside of the sick man within a few hours. At that moment the doctor pronounced the case almost helpless. The "administering angel of health" said to herself, "This is my first private case, and must be saved." Medicine could do no good unless alided by watchful, careful and scientific nursing. Day and night the nurse kept a vigilant watch at his bedside, carrying out the orders of the attending physician to the letter. Loss of sleep, denial of hours for recreation did not fease her, her only object being to have her patient recover, Days and weeks passed and he slowly but surely responded to her excellent care. She kept this up until he finally regained his health. He declared she was a "Godsend," said that he had not been for her excellent nursing he would have surely passed into the "Great Beyond" Although in good financial circumstances, he felt that money alone could not compensate her for her excellent service, and that he should take her unto himself for a life partner, wherein he could love, cherish, and provide for her. She returned to her home at 57th street and Wabash avenue, and letters began to be exchanged, each one carrying Cupid's message, until the engagement was announced. The ceremony was performed at Miss Cunningham's home and the young man departed with his bride for their future home. Mr. Price is a young man or means, owns a beautiful home, with a near sum in the bank, with other financial interests. NEGRO DEMOCRATIC LEAGUE IN CONFERENCE. The Negro State Democratic League held a special conference Wednesday and Thursday of this week at Foresters Hall, 3101 State street. About 40 delegates were present representing the various local leagues. Members of the executive committee were in attendance from Springfield, Du Quoin, Peoria, Quincy, Jacksonville, East St. Louis, Cairo, Mediapolis, Bloomington, Decatur, Lincoln, Carbondale, and Muruhrysboro. Plans were formulated for participation in the fall primaries, and the organization of the 20,000 Negroes who voted the Democratic ticket in 1912 was perfected by Congressional districts. The Democratic party of Cook county will be asked to nominate a colored man for county commissioner and Lawrence A. Newby was endorsed. The party will also be asked to nominate a Colored lawyer for judge of the municipal court, and Hale G. Parker and S. A. T. Watkins were suggested as men of the right caliber. The league endorsed Miss Caroline Grote of Macomb, Ill., as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for superintendent of public instruction and W. E. Williams of Pittsfield for renaming as Congressman at large. W. E. Clifford of Champaign was condemned as a candidate for state treasurer for his bitter attack against Negro Democracy. The candidacy of Roger Sullivan, Lawrence Stringer, and Harry Woods was favorably considered and further action was postponed until August 10. President W. T. Scott of Springfield presided. L. A. Newby was secretary.-Adv. Chicago Modiste is Married to a Wealthy Chattanoogan. Mrs. Susie Fugett, 5244 Dearborn street, was quietly married at 12 o'clock on Monday Tuesday to Mr. Willis Vaughn of 304 Pine street, Chattanooga, Tenn. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. S. Bradden, pastor of Berean Baptist Church. Mrs. Fugett wore a handsome gown for the occasion, and her matron of honor was Mrs. Walter A. Floyd, and Mr. H. D. Carpenter of Knoxville, Tenn., acted as best man. Nine of Chattanooga and Knoxville's leading society people were present at the wedding services, as well as members of the family and intimate friends. A wedding breakfast was tendered the nuptials prior to the wedding. Immediately after the wedding Mr. Vaughn presented his wife a picture of her new two-story brick home for a bridal present, in which they will live. Mrs. Vaughn is very popular on the South Side, being one of Chicago's most fashionable modistes. She was reared and educated in Knoxville, Tenn., and comes from the first family of that city. Mr. Vaughn is a mechanic and has charge of men who handle the engines in the I. C. R. R. yards. He has been at the trade for a number of years and owns four valuable pieces of property. He is a high Mason and is a member of Phoenix Lodge Np. G. They left today for their home. Her parting word was "Keep sending me the Defender; can't do without PAUL LAWRENCE DUNBAR MEMORIAL The annual Paul Lawrence Dunbar memorial will be held Sunday, June 28, at the Institutional Church, at 6 o'clock instead of 4, as has been the custom in the past. Mr. George Burnham Foster of the University of Chicago will be the speaker. Mme. Marie Burton-Hyram will be the soloist, and Harrison Emanuel will render violin selections. The public is cordially invi- ed. FILMS THAT IN- SULT AND RIDI- CULE MUST BE RESTRICTED Better Class of Citizens Object to Some of the Pictures Shown on State Street—A Letter on the Subject. Moving pictures is the popular form of amusement these days, and no one can deny that among the many inventions of recent years it is of incalculable benefit to the masses, providing interesting amusement at prices within the reach of everyone. But, like in everything else, there is good and bad. Moving pictures that entertain without belittling any race or person, that instruct and encourage, are welcome in any community. Even the churches are preparing to install them. But those that degrade, ridicule and insult any race or person are not welcome and should be restricted. Mrs. Dixon Is Displeased. Recently the Chicago Defender has had occasion to call attention to several objectionable pictures, and this week it has occasion for another complaint. This picture was shown at the New Monogram and aroused the displeasure of Mrs. Edna Dixon, 501 Bryant avenue. Her letter follows: Editor of the Chicago Defender, for some information as to shooting of pictures at the different playhouses in Chicago. In the very neighborhoods where people practically support the theaters they will show the lowest type of images, they would think, they would have hiked very. I would like to know who supplies these moving pictures. I should think in this way: different people have different type of colored people if they will make their pictures bring them a new experience. If you want to put on the extent of writing you was the put on on Saturday night at the New Moseley, 35th and State. If you will make the least effort you can hear about it. Write me at once, please, concerning the MIS. MIS. DINA DINON. MIS. BRYANT MIS. 501 Bryant Avenue, June 1, 1914. New York Takes Forward Step. From New York comes word that early this week motion picture censors have announced more rigid restrictions on vice and crime films. The new rules were announced by Dr. Owen G. Cocks, advisory secretary of the board. The board declares itself against films which feature sectional, national or race prejudice. Women's smoking is to be discouraged. Opium joints, gambling scenes dance halls, vulgar flirtations and other underworld scenes will be condemned. Chicago can do the same thing. HUSTLING CHICAGO DEFENDER AGENT From Chicago to Oakland, Cal., everyone knows Charles Cross. Mr. Cross is a railroad man and aside from his duties he makes everyone's JOHN H. HARRIS acquaintance in the interest of The Chicago Defender. Railroad men have contributed largely to the success of this paper, extending its circulation everywhere. None, however, have excelled Charles Cross, who continually circulates the paper, sends in subscriptions and secures interesting news items. Mr. Cross is single and resides at 3556 South State street. CHICAGO DENTAL SO- CIETY GIVES BANQUET. Able Addresses Delivered by Prominent Professional Men. Last Thursday evening the Chicago Dental Society gave their annual banquet at Carter Villa, Thirty-third and Rhodes avenue. An eight-course dinner was served and Dr. George C. Hall, Dr. E. C. Bentley and Hon. E. H. Morris were the speakers. Drs. A. C. Barnes, Harry Garnes and Theo. Mozee were the committee that was responsible for the very delightful function. MRS. EVANS UNDER KNIFE (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Brazil, Ind., June 12.—Mrs. C. A. D. Evans, the noted evangelist, underwent a major operation in a local hospital today in this city. Mrs. Evans had been indisposed for some time, which finally necessitated her abandoning her work in the state of Ohio, where she has been laboring for some months, in order to prepare to undergo the operation, which terminated successfully. Twenty-five votes can be secured by getting a new subscriber for one year. ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. Sol Morrison, 6034 South May street, leave next week to spend their vacation visiting Mrs. Morrison's mother at Mound City, Ill. Will Carroll returned from a trip to Cleveland Saturday, but the usually jovial fellow was downcase, as he had left his "better half" behind. Mrs. Carroll, it was learned, will spend a week or more there. "Sonny" Bolay, 3443 Wabash avenue, well known railroad man, returned from a trip East Friday. He spent several days in Philadelphia and reports an enjoyable time among his old friends. Mrs. Gray, Mr. S. Stephens, Mr. and Mrs. Middleton of Chicago, and Mr. and Mrs. J. A. McRoberts of Glencoe, ill, spent Sunday in Downer's Grove as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. George R. Woodson. If you have a friend visiting the city, drop us a word. Defender, 3159 State street. Professor J. E. Wood, principal of the city schools at McMinnville, Teen., is visiting in the city. A. E. Johnson, a prominent druggist of Muskogee, Okla., is spending his vacation in Chicago. Mr. Johnson's last visit to this city was ten years ago, and he notes many changes for the better, especially along the business line. About twenty little ones helped Helen Georgiana Griffen celebrate her fifth birthday at her parent's residence, 4941 Dearborn street, Sunday afternoon. Helen is a pupil at St. Monica's school, and many of her guests were her school associates. Her parents provided lots of good things for the occasion, and she received a number of presents. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. Miss Empress Davidson, a Chicago girl, who teaches in the public schools of St. Louis, Mo., will arrive in the city this week. One of our dentists has been informed that Miss Pearl Adams, a very charming girl of Pine Bluff, Ark., will arrive in the city soon. Dr. D. H. Anderson returned from Boston last week, where he spent several days. Miss Georgia A. Lattimore of Louisville, KY, is expected in the city this summer, after attending the marriage of her brother to a St. Louis girl. Mr. Ed Gaither, who was in the city last week, has returned to his home at Cincinnati, O. Madame Marie Burton-Hyram has returned to the city after spending several weeks in the East on a concert tour. Colonel F. A. Denison and family moved to their summer home at Benton Harbor, Mich., this week. Miss Mildred E. Sims, one of the mans in training at Provident Hospital, left the city Monday to spend her vacation at her home in Atlanta, Ga. W. T. Scott, editor of the Springfield Leader, was in the city this week to attend the funeral of his old associate, John G. Jones. He was the guest of Rev. William Gray, 3606 Wabash avenue. Misses Blanche and Emma Shaw, with Miss Empress Davidson, will spend several weeks at Benton Harbor the last of the month. Mrs. Valdo Turner, wife of St. Paul's leading physician, Dr. Turner, will return to Chicago for a few days' stay from the South, where she has been dangerously ill. She was confined to Spellina's Hospital in Atlanta, Ga., but at present she is quite herself, and is the guest of Professor and Mrs. John Hope. Defender reporters must mail their matter to this office on Tuesday night. Paper goes to press a day earlier every week. Miss Edythella Adams, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Q. Adams of St. Paul, Minn., passed through Chicago Wednesday en route to St. Louis. She will return the latter part of June as the guest of Mrs. D. Peter French, 3366 Calumet avenue. Rev. Calvin Campbell, pastor of the Christian Church, and wife went to Downer's Grove and took luncheon with Mr. and Mrs. William Woodson Tuesday. Miss Maude Harris, who has been out of the city for the last month, visiting relatives and friends in Tennessee, has returned to the city much pleased with the trip. Misses Gladys and Manilla Owens are the guests of Miss Ferris Lewis, 3524 Wabash avenue. All three young ladies have just returned from Fisk University. Mrs. George A. Addams returned Saturday afternoon from a three weeks' trip to Minneapolis and St. Paul. --- --- IN CHICAGO AND ITS SUBURBS Our Local Department—Personal Mention—Religious—Social and other short paragraphs—Read it over carefully, somewhere you will find a hine or two about yourself or your friends. THE editorial and advertising departments of the Chicago Defender are now busily engaged daily in compiling comprehensive and exhaustive statistical information which will be used in the big anniversary edition which will be published in July. This special edition will be the first of its kind ever published by any race newspaper, and the primary purpose will be to show the advancement of the Afro-American race not only in Chicago but in the entire world. The edition we expect to be from 40 to 60 pages in size, which will place it on a par with the big metropolitan dailies. Articles by Booker T. Washington and other leading race leaders, as well as whites, will be given conspicuous space throughout, and advertisements from firms and individuals of both races will be presented in a bright newsy way and will be only those worthy of our readers' patronage. We expect to print 50,000 copies of this big edition, and more if necessary. Those desiring extra copies are requested to notify the circulation manager in order that there may be no shortage. This number will be in three colors and will be profusely illustrated with cuts and photographs throughout. WATCH FOR THE DEFENDER'S BIG SPECIAL EDITION, and read it carefully and see who has made the advancement of the race possible. See the live business firms and individuals who are friends of the Afro-American and who are deserving of their financial support. Mr. and Mrs. Brown of 3306 Indiana avenue will return this week after two weeks' visit in Parkersburg, W. Va., as the guests of Professor and Mrs. J. R. Jefferson and Mr. Brown's daughter, who has just finished her first year of teaching in the public school. Miss Constance Garner, one of the prettiest girls of Macon, Ga., and a graduate of the pharmaceutical department of Meharry Medical College, and a practitioner of her profession, will visit Chicago this summer. Mrs. Wade L. Dickerson of Pennsylvania is visiting in Chicago, the guest of Mme. Jennie Watts Brown, 7228 Wentworth avenue. Baby Francis Peters of 4230 Grand boulevard had a most delightful trip to Cincinnati. O. Baby Francis left Chicago in company with Mrs. Pearl Yates, to be the guests of Miss M. Yates of Cincinnati. After spending several days with friends there she left with her father, Mr. Isaac Peters, who went after her on Thursday, the 4th, returning on the 5th. During the dull season Meime Chukscale, the milliner, and her young daughter will spend a few days at Benton Harbor, Mich. Mrs. Louis Maxey of Sloux City, In., is visiting Mrs. F. S. Reed, 4426 Wabash avenue. Mrs. Maxey and Mrs. Reed leave Friday for Tacoma, Wash., to spend the summer. Mrs. J. E. Houston will leave for California June 15. On her way she will stop at Denver for a week. Messrs. James Williams, Walter Bacon, Tom Price and several other prominent citizens will leave next week for Lake Champlain, N. Y. Mr. N. F. Hunter, 6543 South May street, visited the Defender office and cast twenty-five votes for Miss Bertha Moseley. He became a new subscriber. Mrs. Lydia Agnes Williams, chairman of the conservation department of the General Federation, now holding its twelfth biennial in Chicago, will give an illustrated lecture at the Wabash Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A., 7558 Wabash avenue, Saturday, June 13. at S p. m. The public, especially club women, are cordially invited. Admission free. Mrs. John H. Davis, 6721 Champlain avenue, has gone South to look over the estate left her by her grandfather, the late Frederick Byrd of Georgia. Mrs. N. F. Hunter of 6543 May street will spend six weeks at Benton Harbor, Mich, and Mr. Hunter will spend the week end. Mr. George Garner, Jr., is in Sacramento, Cal., where he sang to an audience of 530 people. Mrs. C. I. Jefferson and daughter have gone to attend the commencement exercises of Lincoln University, Pennsylvania, where C. Lee Jefferson, her son, is in the graduating class. While East Miss Maria Jefferson will give a musical recital in West Chester, Pa., and in Wilmington, Del. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McCowan of this city are now in Houston, Texas, on account of Mr. McCowan's health. Mr. J. H. Gates of 3383 Wabash avenue is now touring the country with a private party. Mr. and Mrs. Gates have purchased property in Ottawa, Ill. Mrs. C. B. Shanklin and Miss Willene Hudson entertained at a seven-course dinner this week. Among those present were Mrs. Nora F. Taylor, the P. D. M. N. G. of Eden, D. H. H., and also the well-known evangelist, Mr. and Mrs. Phillips of New York and Mrs. Flemings of 5234 Wabash avenue. Mr. E. Murray, 3153 Street the street, the expressman, has gone to Chatham, Canada, to attend the funeral of his brother. Mrs. J. M. Craig has returned to the city after a brief visit to Indianapolis, Ind. Miss Evelyn Nesbitt returned to her home, Dayton, O., last week after two weeks' stay in the city as the guest of Mrs. Edna Curd, 3316 Vernon avenue. Her visit was also made pleasant by the courtesy of the Misses Perry of Evanston. Mrs. Walker of Zion City, Ill., came to Chicago Tuesday last to attend the funeral of her little grandchild. Mr. Frank Quigley of La Grange, Ill. made a visit to friends in the city last week. Miss Narvell Magar of Howard University, enroute to her home in Hopkinsville, Ky. is in the city visiting her sister, Mrs. H. Petrie, at 3846 Vincennes avenue. DR. LEONARD W. LEWIS Physician and Surgeon. Residence 3737 Prairie Ave. Telephone Douglass 6983. THE SICK. List of Your Friends Under a Physician's Care at Home or in the Hospitals. Ruth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCoo, 5010 Dearborn street, has been ill at their residence for a week or more. In a letter to the Chicago Defender Richard H. Lewis says that his sister, Rena, is not ill in Washington, but is recuperating from a breakdown superinduced by overwork, and is with relatives in Cleveland, O. Miss Helen Young, who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Speedy, is at Post Graduate Hospital, where she was operated on Tuesday. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. Mrs. J. F. Cassell, who has been a patient at the Lincoln Hospital for some time, has improved and is now at her residence, 3143 Graceland avenue. Mr. Clarence O. Dalferes of 3034 Wabash avenue had a very painful accident, having a terrible fall from a Lake Shore train on May 27 and dislocating his ankle. Drs. Daley and Blanchard, who are attending Mr. Dalferes, think that he will be out among his friends soon. Miss Ethel C. Mitchell, one of Chicago's social favorites, was confined to her home last week on account of a severe cold. Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Walker's youngest son is confined to his home on account of scarlet fever. He is doing as well as can be expected under the care of Dr. Daniel H. Williams. ARMED COWBOY ON THE STROLL Friday night the promenaders up and down The Stroll Imagined themselves on a street in Wyoming or some other western city when they behold an armed cowboy among them. But this son of the plains was harmless; he was not on a rampage. He was A. G. Marshall of Casper, Wyo., late business man of this city, on a four weeks' visit as the guest of his son and daughter at 3222 State street. He wore his cowboy full dress suit, with two big Colts on his hips. It is said that he had a hard-can full of "Lamb's Tongues" which he spent freely at the Elite, Pompell and Chateau Gardens and at Bill Lewis'. Mr. Marshall at one time ran r restaurant at 3604 State street and he contemplates the purchase of a flat building before he returns west. THE PHILLIPS ARE ENTERTAINED BY CHICAGO FRIENDS Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Phillips of New York City, who are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Clemens, 5241 Wabash avenue, were entertained with a lawn party last Saturday evening. They are here purely on a business trip and will go back to New York in a few days. Mr. Phillips has been suffering with his eyes since last July and Mrs. Phillips will take him to Europe for treatment. Mrs. Phillips operates a hair dressing parlor on Grave avenue, New York City. NOT A DEFENDER AGENT Complaint has reached The Chicago Defender of a Mr. Garvin King, of Carbondale, Ill., who has been solitary subscriptions in Du Quoin, Ill., on a club rate of 50 cents a year. Mr. King or anyone else soliciting under this plan has no authority to do so. Our subscription rates are: One year, $1.50; six months, $1.00; three months, 75 cents. With no other inducement other than for the money the subscriber receives the World's Greatest Weekly Newspaper. Anyone paying money to other than our authorized agents does so at his own risk. Just Back From a Trip Around the World M. H. Mr. L. WILBUR MESSER General Secretary of The Chicago Y.M.C.A. WILL SPEAK AT THE First Anniversary Meeting OF THE Wabash Ave. Department of the Y.M.C.A., 3763Wabash Ave. Sunday, June 14th, 4 o'clock SUBJECT "IMPRESSIONS FROM A JOURNEY AROUND THE WORLD" Admission Free--All Men Invited Monday Night, June 15th, Presentations of Medals Won at the Anniversary Track Meet of June 13th. THE CHICAGO DEFENDEK CLUBS AND SOCIETIES WEEKLY GOSSIP FROM THE SOCIAL, RELIGIOUS, FRATERNAL AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS. JUNIOR LEAGUE SOCIAL CLUB. The Junior League Social Club was entertained by Ulysses E. Edwards of 3320 Robey street on the evening of Thursday, June 8. A pleasant meeting was enjoyed in discussing the coming stag party, after which bridge whist became the feature of the evening. The host served a delightful repast, after which the club adjourned. THE NONPAREIL CLUB. The Nonpareil Club held its regular semi-month meeting Friday, June 5, with Mr. L. P. Diffay, 3424 Forest avenue. The meeting and the election of new officers which was held were very interesting. The following persons were elected: L. P. Diffay, president; H. White, vice president; C. Roberts, secretary; E. L. Scott, treasurer. EUREKA FINE ARTS The Eureka Fine Art Club gave a private picnic at Washington Park on Thursday from 1 to 5 o'clock. The members and their friends took lunches with them. During the summer season the meetings will be held in the different parks. RAINBOW WHIST CLUB. The Rainbow Whist Club held its regular meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peters, 4230 Grand boulevard, on Wednesday, June 3. Two prizes were awarded those having the highest points. Mr. Brooks of 5012 Cottage Grove avenue won the first prize and Mrs. J. Bell of 5217 Dearborn street won the second. After the game a delightful luncheon was served and enjoyed by all. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. THE PROGRESSIVE LEAGUE. The Progressive Negro League held its regular meeting last Sunday at 4 o'clock. A splendid program was rendered. The speaker of the evening was Mr. Alonzo J. Bowling. Mr. Bowling's address was well taken and highly commented upon by the members of the league and others who were present. Mr. Bowling is a forlible speaker, orator and scholar, and has made a splendid reputation in the city of Chicago along those lines. The meeting was followed by a reception on Monday night at the parlers which was well attended and the results will be stated later. M. T. Balle, the advertising agent, who has made a trip to Virginia and other points, was on duty and introduced Mr. Bowling. Mr. Charles H. Turner, the chairman of the program committee, should be commended for the excellent programs which have been presented to the league for the last eighteen months. Rev. E. P. Robinson, the president, is highly pleased with the success his administration is making. PROGRESSIVE WHIST CLUB. The first annual banquet of the Progressive Whist Club was held last Thursday evening at 3312 Wabash avenue. The committee on arrangements showed the interest taken in the club by the most excellent program rendered. The latest dances were introduced by the treasurer, Mr. John Fountain, and were indulged in until 12 o'clock. Music by Mr. Monroe Barker. Then the table was spread with the choiceest dainties. SWASTIKA. The members of the Swastika Progressive Whist Club entertained their husbands and friends, with an informal reception Friday evening, June 5 at Johnson's Hall, 3518 South State street, and through the efforts of the club's president, Mrs. Leonard Bell, with the assistance of her faithful members, the entertainment was quite a success. From S until 10 o'clock was devoted to dancing, and from 10 to 12:30 to whist, prizes being awarded for the highest scores. First prize awarded to Mrs. Walters, second to Mrs. Payton and the booby to Mrs. J. Burns. Gentlemen's prizes to Mr. James Lee, second to Mr. M. M. Davis, and Mr. George Archer the booby. Pineapple punch was served during the game. Ice cream and cake made by the members were served after the prizes were awarded. THE CHEVALIER CLUB. Mr. Lester Bazel had the Chevalier Club at his home, 5155 Wabash avenue, Wednesday, June 3. The warm weather had no effect on the long line of business that was transacted without a fault. Amusements for the summer months were discussed, and the club hopes to give the public a variety of events. The application of Mr. Engene Williams was accepted by vote. The luncheon, as usual, was good. REMOVAL NOTICE Dr. Claudius D. Bell will move his offices from 5033 South State street to 5060 South State street, northwest corner, where he will be pleased to welcome his many friends and acquaintances. 23-30-6-13 Office Phones: Rev. 5123 Se. Webbah Ave. Oakland 4682, Auxo. 73-058 Phone Drexel 8515 Dr. Theo. R. Mozee DENTIST 4709 S. STATE STREET CHICAGO Hours 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. Sundays by Appointment FREDERICK DOUGLASS CENTER. Sunday afternoon, June 14, at 4 p.m., there will be a musical program in charge of Professor William Lester, composer, and organist at the Oakwood M. E. Church. He is to be assisted by Mrs. Lester, soprano singer for the Blackstone Avenue M. E. Church. These friends are artists and deserve a good audience. Friday evening the Center Boys' Club gave a successful June festival in the interest of their camping benefit. The physical director, Mr. L. Stone, will accompany them in the outing. Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Woolley are in Hyde Park for the summer. Tuesday afternoon, June 16, the Center Woman's Club. Annual business meeting and reports. INTRA:MURAL CLUB. The Intra-Mural Club met Tuesday at the home of Mrs. Theo Furguson, 5615 Wabash avenue. Whist was the feature of pleasure. The first prize was awarded Mrs. Estella Saunders; second, Mrs. Carrie Stanton. Mrs. Gertrude Crisp was guest PEERLESS CLUB. The Peerless Club held its last meeting at the home of George Ganaway, 5818 Lafayette avenue. The evening was spent discussing plans for their July 4 picnic. The club will hold its election of new officers at their next meeting at the home of Mr. Johnson. VOLUNTEER WORKERS' CLUB. The Volunteer Workers' Charity Club met Wednesday, June 10, at the residence of Mrs. Virginia Wells, 6616 Vernon avenue. The club was served elaborately. All enjoyed themselves. Visitors present, three. JOLLY TWENTY CLUB. The Jolly Twenty Club met Thursday, June 4, the new day nursery in Evanston. Mrs. Lydia Landers oblicated as hostess, and in spite of the inclement weather a delightful time was had. There were several visitors, and the refreshments were dainty. THE ARBOR VITAE CLUB. The Arbor Vitae Club held its regular meeting Friday afternoon, June 5, at the home of Mrs. Johnson, 3523 La Salle street. Luncheon was served by the hostess, after which the meeting adjourned. THE SAWOKLA CLUB. The Sawokla Club held its semi-monthly meeting at the home of Mr. Archer, 5000 South State street, June 10, at 9 p. m. This infant among Chicago's clubs is rapidly reaching its full growth, and, although but one month old, has more than half its full membership. The principles of the club are race pride and race betterment, and with its membership of progressive young men will no doubt become a great factor in the life of the race in Chicago. TRUE REFORMERS On the advice of Mr. Floyd Ross, the general superintendent and grand worthy master, Mrs. Lou Ella Young, president of the Rosebud Convention of the West, has sent out a statement postponing the convention, which was to have taken place on June 23, until after the meeting of the Grand Fountain, which will convene in Richmond in September. Chicago Hope Fountain 1470 lost one of its charter members by death during the week in the person of Mrs. Lucy Everage, who was buried from Hermon Baptist Church on Tuesday, the 9th. Rev. A. I. Harris conducted the funeral services and Chief M. T. Bailey officiated for the True Reformers. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. THE WOMEN'S CIVIC LEAGUE. The elected delegates of the Women's Civic League attended the City Federation of Colored Women's Clubs at Glencoe last Monday. The president, Mrs. J. C. Anderson, who was the first delegate elected, took an active part in all the business transactions during the day. She spoke on points of interest, showing superiority of executive ability. Her speaking was with such grace and refinement that it was the comment of the federation. THE CLOTEE SCOTT SETTLEMENT. The cantata given by the girls and boys Tuesday evening, June 2, ended the activities during the hot days. Everyone enjoyed the program so well that there has been a request to repeat it, but that will not be done this season. It is the aim of the settlement to always make the people feel that everything done at the center is for and should be by them. This institution is meeting a great need in Hyde Park, and when supported by all who can give it then it can better meet its needs. The Girls' Junior Clover Club has planned to do a great deal of outdoor work this summer, such as swimming, "hiking" and tennis and golf. The boys are now making their plans to conform with the season. Most of the interest, however, is now centered on the great fair and baby show. CUPID'S WORK. Mr. and Mrs. Charles McGill, 5356 Dearborn street, announce the engagement of their daughter Maude to Mr. William Thomas Dunn. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Wetzel, 3650 forest avenue, have issued invitations to the marriage of their niece, Helen Ruth Casey, to M. Nathan Leavell, Wednesday evening, June 24, at St. Thomas' Episcopal Church, at 6 o'clock. Admittance to the church is by card and a reception follows at their residence from 8:30 to 11:30 p. m. RY MADAM PALMER'S COLD CREAM & BEAUTIFIE For 20 years my cold cream and beautifier have been used by cultured and refined people everywhere, it is one of the standards of beautifier of today. 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MUSICAL AND DRAMATIC "All Passes, Art Alone Endures". PAGE SLX JOTTINGS THEATRICAL AND OTHERWISE, The Grand. Warm weather has had its effect on all kinds of indoor amusements. The theaters all over the city have suffered a loss of patronage in spite of the unusually attractive bills presented. It is the inning for White City, Riverview, and parks of that character, but their innning at best is short, for the weather in these parts is very uncertain. The Grand even with their loyal supporters fell off a trifle in attendance though they presented such headliners as Miller and Lyles, unquestionably the best team of vaudevilleians upon the American stage today. They are clean-out comedians and resort to nothing vulgar to provoke laughter. Their act is scintillating with witticisms and their grotesque boxing keeps the audience in convulsions of laughter. The Debars did some clever legerdeman stunts and succeeded in mystifying everybody very easily. Lone Burt Murphy in "the worst kind of good foolishness" was far from being up to the standard. His work was amateurish, his songs dull and his dancing only passable. The four Frasers Scottish dancers and bagpipe players, were pleasing and a little out of the usual routine. Bonomora Arabs were truly whirlwind acrobats. They were the classiest bunch seen in their line in many moons. Next week undoubtedly the house will be packed nightly, for the universal favorites, the five musical byrons, will be on the boards besides an exceptionally strong bill of new features. Don't visit to visit the Grand both the first and last half of the week, as many good things are in store for you. THEATRICAL REVIEW. THE GRAND. The last half last week introduced the Kolso Brothers, Australian juggers, and they were good. Cumly and Warfield, who made their initial appearance at this house, made a decidedly good impression, and were followed by the Livingston Trio, who were fair. Moss and Frye went well, as usual, and Fink's Comedy Circus, whose chief asset was a bucking mule, closed a well-balanced bill. Opening Monday the De Bars in a novelty juggling and magic act proved to be the "piece de resistance" of an otherwise very ordinary bill. Lone Burt Murphy was properly heralded in the worst kind of foolishness," and aside from his dancing encore, did nothing. The Four Frasers, in Scotch baggpipe and dancing specialties, were on a par with the average act of its kind. Miller and Lyles brought nothing new, and the stuff they handed out had whiskers as long and gray as Rip Van Winkle's. Bonomora Arabs, acrobats, were good. For next week the Musical Byrons are announced. OLD MONOGRAM Bowen and Emerson, two home boys in a cabaret stunt, were accorded plenty of well-merited applause here, and were followed by Frank Herndon, a fairly good monologuist. String Beans and Baly Mack, his new partner, were the hit of the bill, and our own chubby Leona Marshall in songs and impersonations kept up her past reputation for cleverness. NEW MONOGRAM. Butler and Johnson in songs and dances went well here, and were followed by Chenault & Singleton, singer and cartoonist. Singleton made a cartoon of Abe Lincoln that looked just like Will Smith, and can claim to be the originator of the pug-nosed Indian. Outside of that his cartoons were all right. "Kid" Thempson's parody on a monologist was canceled after a heart-reading effort at being funny, and was replaced by Lewis and Lewis, who were no improvement. Rosa Brown by herself went great. THE PEKIN. This house was dark the first half, being renovated and prepared for the opening of the Pekin Stock Company in "Captain Rufus" Thursday night. The performance will be reviewed in next week's issue. THE PHOENIX. This interior of this theater has been redecorated, and presents a handsome appearance. A new ventilating system has been installed, and it is an ideal place to spend an hour hour. Among the features shown here during the week were "Out of the Night," "The Tie that Binds," "Love's Sacrifice," "The Card Shark," "The Redskins and Renegades," "Forest Vampires," and "Shorty's Strategy." For Sunday "The Southerners" and "For the Sake of Kate" are announced. THE LINCOLN. Leo Salken had "Kid" McCoy here Monday in "The Great Jewel Robery," and during the week presented "The Airship Fugitives," "Lucille Love No. 8," "The Daughter of the Tribe," "The Fox," and Detective Finn in "A Million in Pearls." For Sunday he has booked "In the Fangs of Jealousy," a four-reel Mexican drama. This is the house with the big orchestra. THE WASHINGTON. This house has the reputation of being the coolest in town—20 degrees cooler than the street. "Kap" had three different series of "Lucille Love" here during the week, Nos. 5, 6 and 7, and their all drew to capacity. Among his other features were "The Baby Spy" and "Struck by Lightning." He announces Arnold Daly, the celebrated actor, in "The Regeneration" for Sunday. THE STATES. Business has been good here all week, the hot weather being considered, and the following are a part of the excellent features shown here: "Victory or Death," "Colls of Calamity," "Soul of Honor," "Broken Vows," "The Daughter of a Crook," "The Embezzler," and "Tempting Justice." A four-real "Leaves of Justice," is to be shown here Sunday. GREAT EASTERN COMEDY CO. Drake and Walker, at the head of the above named company, opened at the Progressive Summer Garden, St. Louis, Mo. Monday, for an indefinite run. Mr. Drake paid me a visit before leaving Chicago, just to show there was no hard feelings between the performer and critic, and it pleased me to note that he kept his fingers crossed all during the interview. W. L. JACKSON'S FOURTH ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT The fourth annual commencement of W. L. Jackson's Music School will be held Wednesday evening, June 17, at Odd Fellows' Hall, 3335 South State street. This is one of the most successful music schools in the Northwest and Professor Jackson has gained a wide reputation for giving the most satisfactory instructions of any schools in this section of the country. Professor Henderson Smith, manager of the Ten Dark Knights, one of the most experienced musicians and band leaders, will give his opinion of the numbers rendered by the pupils. The program is in excellent condition and a flashlight will be made of the audience and the pupils in the hall by Webb, the photographer. Tickets, 25 cents. Children, 10 cents. ON AND OFF THE STROLL By Columbus Bragg. Bert Murphy an up-to-date comedian at the Grand Theater this week in a clever stunt. Why alone? Francis. String Beans as usual leaves them screaming at the Monogram No. 1. Miss Leona Marshall, our own emotional actress, is sharing honors with him. Bowen and Emerson, a classy singing piano act, doing good singing. They are clever. A la cabrettess. Frank Herndon, the banjoist, doing a very up-to-date act. It is clean cut. Lewis and Lewis, a good dancing act, receives much applause from the audience. Madame is very clever. Should close the show instead of opening. Butler & Johnson, singing and dancing act, very fair. The lady does all the work. "Kid" Thompson had trouble with Mr. Klien and did not finish the week. It was not his acting, as he is the best class single that ever was in the house and has played the circuit several years. Before on white time? Chenult and Singleton, singing and cartoonist act, is unique in itself. Just breezy enough to be good. I am going to see "Captain Rufus." Are you? The Abjah will be staged at the finest theater in America. Special scenery, electrical effects, costumes, and the greatest cast ever played. Yes Mabel. Miss Esmerelda Statham and Miss Rebecca Allen were offered an engagement with a white traveling company, but manager of the Plaza Cafe soon nipped it in the bud by raising their salaries. So you will still find those pleasing belies entertaining at this popular retreat as ever. The trap drummer is missing here much. Miss Johnstone of the Elite Cafe makes a decided hit upon audience as she sings a new song each time and seems to handle the same with all cleverness. The popular Lovey Joe is the director of amusement. Miss Hazel Elliott and Miss Lottie Merry, two very winsome entertainers, have added some new numbers of Rossiter's publishing house latest hits. They are making good, as usual. Mrs. C. S. C. Bragg has been offered a large salary by the management of Ahhaj to let her popular daughter, Miss Lumle K. Bragg, be buried alive to show that her spirit will return immediately. Mrs. Bragg is thinking it Sidney Kirkpatrick is some "Captain Rufus." He is a baritone singer of great power. Everybody is wild about Andrew Tribble. He is worth the price alone. Beecher Todd has proven that he is some orchestra leader. He has seven well-trained men under him. Little Mayme Carter, as the "war correspondent," singer and dancer, won the plaudits of the entire audience on Thursday. Jerry Mills has proven that now is the time for a real first-class musical comedy. Meet me at the Pekin Saturday night. I will have the Defender. SONG RECITAL Mme. Clara Jackson-Hutchinson's song recital was postponed on account of the downpour of rain on June 4, to Tuesday evening, June 16, at 8:30 o'clock, rain or shine. Tickets purchased for June 4 will be good for June 16 at Quinn Chapel A. M. E. Church. UNIFORM RANK AT PEKIN The Uniform Rank under Major General R. R. Jackson will be invited to see the great military play, "Captain Rufus," now playing at the Pekin. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER Forest botanists recognize only one cypress in the United States. Its range extends from Delaware southward around the coast into Texas and up the Mississippi valley to Illinois and Indiana. It is one of the few cone-bearing trees which drop their leaves in winter. The heartwood of cypress is noted for its decay-resistant properties. Sambo and Dinah to Be First Production — Matt Marshall, the Funniest Man in Vaudeville, to Be Star of Company That Will Feature Wholesome and Refined Comedy. COMPANY A STRONG ONE. Special Effort to Develop Stories of Human Interest—Love Stories with Well-laid Plots, and the Thrift and Commercial Progress of the Race. "The Troubles of Sambo and Dinah" will be the subject of the first moving picture to be produced by the Peter Jones Film Company, headed by Peter P. Jones. Mr. Jones came to Chicago six or seven years ago and won a national reputation for taking high-class photos for the citizens of Chicago as well as such well known personages as Booker T. Washington, Henry O. Tanner, the artist, "Burt" Williams, Aida Overton Walker, col. John R. Marshall, Prof. Wm. E. Du Bois, Bishop C. T. Schafer, Col. F. A. Denison and Major John R. Lynch and others. Picture Company Organized. Picture Company Organized. Mr. Jones' work is recognized as among the very best in the country. Finishing and retouching has made his work stand out. Being an artist of the first water, a moving picture company was organized and he was selected as its president, for the purpose of making pictures showing the progress of the Afro-American in the United States. While special effort will be made to develop stories with a human interest having well-laid love plots, others will be seen showing the real commercial and business thrift and prosperity of the race; the humorous side will not be overlooked. Matt Marshall a Star. "The Troubles of Sambo and Dinah" will be the first humorous picture, and Matt Marshall, the funniest man on the stage today, will be the principal comedian and star, and others of his class will do the acting. Mr. Marshall will be the director of the humorous productions. His ability in this direction was recognized during the palmy days of the old Pekin stock company. He surrounded himself with a galaxy of stars who can produce real legitimate fun and humor, the kind that will not cause the race to blush in shame at disgraceful actions and themes. No Chicken-Stealing Scenes. There will be no chicken-stealing scenes or crap games to be played by this company. The pictures will be placed upon a high order and the scenes will tend to awaken the consciences of men and women to do the right thing in life and will discourage drunkenness, dishonesty and licentiousness. There will be love scenes of the purest type, ones that children, maids and patrons will relish with pleasure. Studio on the "Stroll." An up-to-date studio will be opened at a popular place along the "Stroll." Every convenience possible, will be inaugurated to carry out the plan of the company. The pictures are to be exhibited all over the world. This is one of the most wonderful enterprises to be formed in this city and the Chicago Defender predicts for it a big success. The Western officers of the company are Peter P. Jones, president; Matt Marshall, director of productions, and J. T. Bell, business manager. The picture will be shown at the States Theater the week of Sunday, June 14, 35th and State streets. Cast. Matt Marshall, Ethel Fletcher, Tom Lemonier, Effie Riddley, Earl Watson. One year's subscription to the Defender entitles you to cast 25 votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring in August. COMES TO HELP BROTHER. Mr. Ernest L. Gaines of Washington, Ga., brother of Mr. A. Gaines, the grocery and market man at 3000 Dearborn street, has accepted the management of his brother's business. He is a progressive young man with up-to-date ideas and great success is predicted for the business under his management. Charles B. Travis negotiated the sale when Mr. Grimes purchased his Wabash avenue home, and not Bartlett & Co. as stated in the last issue of the Defender. LAKE FOREST Lake Forest, Ill. June 12 (Special). —Mrs. Genevieve Coleman and Mamie Tolis left for the East to spend the summer in Hampton, Long Island. PEORIA, ILL. Peoria, ill., June 12—The U. B. F.'s held their fifty-third annual sermon last Sunday at the M. E. Church. Rev. S. P. Jones delivered the sermon. He praised the order, the men who were founders, and told of the progress made since the order was organized. Rev. Gray was a visitor and delivered an address. Peoria is progressing nicely. Many outings are being planned for the summer season. Cypress. 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. EDITOR'S MAIL. NO WORRY ABOUT THE RESULT. Indianapolis, Ind., June 9, 1914.—Editor Chicago Defender: I hope that you will not take this statement as flattery to your paper, but rather as a true statement coming from a true source. I have lived to read all of the leading race papers and have decided by close observation that your paper is the greatest race defender of today, with a close following by the New York Age. I am now headed South and the Southeast for a few months, and I am anxious to put a copy of your paper in the hands of every race man that I come in contact with while I am in Dixie, or over the deal-line with no regard for any evil that may befall me by so doing. The Afro-American must know the truth. Hoping to hear from you at my next stop, I am, yours for the uplift of the race. WM. H. JUDKINS. Franklin, Ind. [Mr. Judkins is the well known lecturer on such subjects as "On the Firing Line," "In the Jaws of Death" and "The Passion Play," and his wife is a contralto, singing all the Latin languages.—Ed.] MAKE LYNCHING A FEDERAL CRIME. Los Angeles, Cal., June 2, 1914.—Editor The Chicago Defender: I am a reader and admirer of your paper. I purchase it on the streets here from white news wagons. Some time ago I read of the lynching of an Afro-American woman in Oklahoma (or I think it was there). Now I think this the most brutal thing in the annals of American history, and how influential men of our race will sit quietly by and let these things go on without uttering a protest is something I cannot see nor understand. It seems to me some of our big men could reach some of the big men at Washington and offer such a strong protest that some kind of a law would be enacted to protect the lives of our women, if nothing else, from the hands of those low Southern brutes. I have been thinking, too, that your paper* with its broad field and wide scope of correspondence could offer through its columns an appeal to the thinking men and women of the race that when they go to the ballot box they should have in mind the conditions of our southern brethren, other than putting in office our favorite white brother with fine promises, which go no farther than the desk chair he should occupy if elected. In this letter I don't mean to be radical, but it seems to me that lynching should be made a federal crime, punishable by the U. S. government. CHARLES V. ROBISON. 540% South Spring street. Home of Beautiful Women, Fast Horses and Fine Spirits Brought Into the Limelight By Hardin Tolbert. Frankfort, Ky., June 12.—The Twenty-seventh annual commencement exercises of the Frankfort Normal and Industrial School were held here last week. But very few of the members of the Alumnae Association were present. The diplomas of the graduates were signed by only three members of the State Board, there being some disagreement between the State Superintendent and the Board. The Superintendent of Public Instruction has sent out a letter to the County Superintendents not to recognize the certificates of the graduates. * * Dr. E. E. Underwood, the well known physician, surgeon, orator and Pythian, has been to Arkansas on a business trip. * * Mrs. C. L. Timberlake was elected teacher of the model school at the Frankfort Normal. She was ousted for three months on account of not getting the endorsement of Prof. G. P. Russell. Mrs. Timberlake was the choice of the Board. A number of other members of the faculty have been dropped by Prof. Russell and still the merry war goes on. * * Prof. Clarence Russell, Grand Scribe of the U. B. F.'s and assistant principal of the Eastern school, Louisville, Kentucky, passed through the city last week. Miss Lee, a traveling stenographer, is in the city demonstrating her work. GIANTS IN CLOSE TILT. "Rube" Foster's Team Defeats Ben ton Harbor, 5 to 4. "Rube" Foster and "Cy" Young staged a pitcher's battle at the American Giants' park last Sunday and the American Giants came out on top winning from Benton Harbor, Mich. 5 to 4. The Giants won the game in the seventh on a double by Hill and a single by Lloyd, Benton Harbor made a bid in the ninth, but good fielding by Francis shut them off. The score: Giants ..... 4 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 * -5 Benton Harbor..0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 -4 Two-base hits—Monroe, Hill, Coleman. Struck out—By Foster, 4; by Young, 1. Bases on balls—Off Young, Umpire—Fitzpatrick. Time: 2:00 Cypress. Forest botanists recognize only one cypress in the United States. Its range extends from Delaware southward around the coast into Texas and up the Mississippi valley to Illinois and Indiana. It is one of the few cone-bearing trees which drop their leaves in winter. The heartwood of cypress is noted for its decay-resistant properties. "CAPTAIN RUFUS"A GREAT SUCCESS Military Musical Comedy Pleases an Immense Crowd —Here for a Run. By Cary B. Lewis. The Jones Box Party. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones entertained several friends with a dinner and box party. After a dinner at the residence of Mrs. Jones they motored to the Pekin opening night. In the party were Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Walter Jones, Mrs. Ed. Ware, Mrs. B. F. Moseley, Mrs. Herbert Johnson and Mrs. Robert Barnes. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel H. Jackson gave a box party for Miss Hazel Thompson, an understudy of Arda Overton Walker. Mrs. Bessie Oliver Miller, Miss Caretta Day and mother and Miss James and Mr. George Holt and others occupied boxes. Telegrams Received. Messrs. Alfred Anderson and Jerry Mills received telegrams of congratulation from "Burt Williams," Ziegfield, Will Dixon, Hammerstein, George M. Cohan, all of whom saw the show several years ago. All claim it a big production. The Wonderful Musical Comedy That Made The Pekin Famous Returns Commencing THURSDAY, JUNE 11th, 1914 Cast made up of many of the original Pekin Stock Company. "CAPTAIN RUFUS," written by ALFRED ANDERSON and staged by JERRY MILLS, is the most pretentious production of its kind. Prices: 25, 35 and 50 Cents Box Seats: 75 Cents PEERLESS ORCHESTRA The Guaranteed Feather Co. Manufacturers of French and Willow Plumes, all styles of fancies, made from Ostrich feathers. Beautiful French Plume fancies made from old Willows. Cleaning, curling and dyeing, all shades. White Plumes made snow white. Mail orders promptly attended. MME. LAMBERT, Prop. SECOND FLOOR 3149 Indiana Ave. CHICAGO TELEPHONE DOUGLAS 7926 Heating Co. TR MAGIC IS WILLIAMS SHAMPOO DRIER MUG CO. THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENED. MAILED ANY WHERE IN U.S.$100 POSTAGE FEE. Agents Wanted. Write for Literature. Magic Shampoo Drier Co. Minneapolis, Minn. CARL L. 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LA SIN 3149 Indiana Ave TELEPHONE Orchestra of Seven Pieces Beecher Todd, Director of the original Pekin Stock Company. written by ALFRED ANDERSON and staged by most pretentious production of its kind. 5 and 50 Cents Box Seats: 75 Cents IN THEATRE and STATE STREETS SS ORCHESTRA of the original Pekin Stock Company. written by ALFRED ANDERSON and staged by most pretentious production of its kind. 5 and 50 Cents Box Seats: 75 Cents IN THEATRE and STATE STREETS SS ORCHESTRA MUSIC FURNISHED FOR ALL OCCASIONS ```markdown ``` TOPEKA SETS PACE FOR PROGRESS IN BUSINESS State Treats All of Its Citizens Alike and Afro-Americans, Encouraged, Lead in Professional and Commercial Life and Enjoy Their Political Right. SEGREGATION IS UNKNOWN. Ralph Tyler Graphically Describes the Business and Educational Work of the 5,000 Citizens of Color—Names Some Prominent Examples—Homes Bespeak Refinement. By Ralph W. Tyler. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Topeka, Kans., June 12.—In my perambulations over the country, seeking information respecting the status of the race in the business world, I have not, as it might be suspected, confined my visits exclusively to the South, although that is a most interesting field for exploration, study and exploitation. I have visited sections in the East where many of the race study Greek and Latin, with no expectation of ever using a Greek hieroglyphic or ever tracing the Latin derivative of an Anglicized word. I have visited the Middle West where the hurry chase for the "almighty dollar" precludes any rest, and I have visited out here in the Sunflower State, the state an Ingalls made famous by his matchless eloquence, and a "Sockless" Jerry Simpson essayed to turn back its clock of progress with his wild, rustic theories. When I came to Topeka, I admit, I was not prepared to believe that the Afro-American in this section was making such splendid strides forward in the business world I find evidenced on every hand. The success the race is achieving out here in a business way furnishes a denial to the statement that it absolutely requires obstinate discrimination and segregation to usher the race into the business world. Out here in Topeka the Afro-American votes, his vote is counted, and he has been honored with responsible and lucrative offices. Out here his homes are not segregated, and he has a pretty fair chance to "mix with the populace on terms of intimacy without restriction." J. M. Wright Pride of Topeka. They have a strong Local Business League here in Topeka, and in all my travels I have 'noted that wherever there exists a strong, active business league there we find the race making underfully rapid progress along business lines. While here I met, and was the guest of Mr. John M. Wright, whose name and high standing is the pride of Topekans, white as well as black, and who is a man that has been untiring in his efforts to push the people of Topeka to the fore in business, and in every other honorable way. There are forty-two lines of business activities in which the race is actively represented in this city, fifteen trades and six professions in which he is engaged. Woman Manages Theater. Although Topeka has an Afro-American population of but 5,000, the race here has $155,000 invested in business enterprises, and owns $700,000 worth of real estate. Kansas is a great farming state, and I find the black farmer out here keeps pace with the white farmer. There are one hundred successful farmers and twenty gardeners whose cultivated acres are either within the city corporate limits or so close thereto as to make them Topekans. There are seven physicians, one dentist, two pharmacists, five lawyers, three trained nurses, and thirty teachers who make up this far western capita's professional class. Here I find, as I did in many places in the South, our women are crowding into the business world and competing most successfully with the men. Mrs. John M. Wright manages, and with marked success too, a theater; Miss Lena Thompson is a successful baker; Mrs. C. M. Ray conducts a chriptyop parlor, Mrs. Elsie Clark leads in the millinery business, and Mrs. Guy manages an insurance office. Out here I find the bill poster is an Afro-American, John Spotts; that Ed. J. Bass is a florist; that J. M. Allen is a boiler maker, and these are lines of activity in which one seldom finds men of the race. 1 Employed by City and State. Employed by City and State. There is a pretty fair recognition, out here, of the "brother in black" in the distribution of political spills, as is shown by the fact that the city gives employment to thirty, the county to four, the state to fifteen, and the federal government to eight. It was really encouraging, and even a revelation, to find the race represented in so many trades here where competition is keen, and the dominant race, numerically, greatly exceeds. Topelma boasts, and very properly too, of one baker, one blacksmith, one boiler maker, one cabinet maker, nineteen carpenters, seventeen chaufeurs, two electricians, two glaziers, one harness maker, two hand and two steam laundries, two stereotypers, three shoe repairers, two second-hand goods stores, seven plumbers, two merchant tailors, five job printers, four newspapers, one photographer, one picture framer, three flour, feed and grain dealers, three hotels, eight painters, two paving and sewer contractors, three cigar stands, twelve brick and stone contractors, dressmakers, twelve dyers and cleaners, two confectioners, two life insurance companies, five cafes, five coal and wood dealers, six ladies' tailors, twelve music teachers, twelve grocers, and several other trades and businesses are represented by the race. Fine Educational Facilities. The public schools of Topeka are most admirably conducted, perfect harmony prevailing, and both pupils and teachers intelligently and enthusiastically responding to the demand for more and better education for the race. Prof. John Harrison, a former Ohioan, is making great success here as principal of the high school, and the board of education has given him a fine, modern, fireproof building. Prof. Roundtree, principal of one of the graded schools, is just as enthusiastically and intelligently equipping the boys and girls for advancement. Frequently one forms an opinion of the occupants of a home by the character of the books the library contains, and frequently one judges a town by the character of the homes he finds. One is at once impressed with the neat, tasty, and beautiful homes he finds here owned and occupied by members of our race. These homes tell the story of progress being made by the race out here in Topeka. And the interior order here in Topeka. These homes bespeak the quiet refinement of their occupants. I met, while here, the impressible Nick Chiles, editor, and sole owner of The Plaindealer, Mr. Chiles is one newspaper owner, at least, who is the living evidence that an Afro-American newspaper CAN be made to pay. The Plaindealer has one of the most complete newspaper plants of any race publication in the country, and is located in its own commodious building on the main street. The editor and owner also possesses, in fee simple, and without encumbrance, a beautiful city home and a fine farm just out from the city, along with other odds and ends that represent money made, and incidentally saved, in publishing a newspaper. The Apex Theater, on the main street, in the very heart of the business district, is a pretty and finely appointed race enterprise which Mrs. Wright manages. FIVE REAR ROOMS. $20.00. (Continued on Page 7.) smaller charge for five months in the year. It requires neither comment or reason to convince a sane person that the above prices are absurdly exorbitant. It is noteworthy that the janitor of this building is white. Flats Have No Pantries. But the thing that struck me most forebly was the condition of the flats when tenants entered them. In the first place, they are cheaply finished. They have no hard wood in them. They have no pants in them. The ice boxes and gas stoves are of the cheapest variety. When the tenants moved into them there were no lights in them, and they have been using candles and lamps. Up to the present writing there is not a shade in any of them, and for shades the tenants are using newspapers, old curtains, and, in some instances, rags; much to the scandal of the neighborhood. Two Pertinent Questions. Of course, people have a right to spend their money as they choose. 1 Edward E. Wilson, Assistant State's Attorney. without interference from any one else; and I should not have sent you this communication had it not been for certain criticisms of Afro-American landlords, and did I not desire to get an answer from you on two questions: (1) Would Colored people pay a Colored landlord such prices for the same accommodations? (2) Would Colored people have moved into a Colored man's flat under the above conditions? Yours very respectfully, EDWARD E. WILSON. [The columns of the paper are open to replies to Mr. Wilson's questions. Communications should not exceed 300 words.] DURING THE MONTH OF ROSES. Is the Popular Season to Marry and the Best Time to Buy Chicago Real Estate. During the month of June Chicago's largest real estate operators are offering exceptional opportunities in homes, 2-fats and apartment buildings. See Bartlett's ad on the last page of this issue. U. S. FINDS THAT CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATIONS ARE NOT ON THE SQUARE District Attorney Wilkerson Starts Investigation When It Is Learned That More Than 50 Persons Have Sworn to False Affidavits. The Chicago Defender's contention that there was something wrong with civil service examinations was substantiated Wednesday when District Attorney Wilkerson began an investigation into charges of alleged frauds practiced by persons taking the federal civil service examinations. Complaints have reached the government prosecutor that more than fifty persons recently have sworn to false affidavits in their efforts to obtain jobs in the government service. Mr. Wilkerson's inquiry was started with a view to grand jury action. Assistant District Attorney Garfield Charles was directed to bring in witnesses and prepare the evidence. The inquiry, it is said, is directed against former pupils of the Medill high school, many of whom it is charged have made false statements regarding their age and past occupations. Failure to appoint Afro-Americans who had successfully passed the examinations to positions in the post office was the cause for complaint and now it is evident that there is trouble in other departments of the government service. WINS HIGH HONORS [Special to the Chicago Defender.] Princeton, N. J., June 12.-The greatest outdoor festival in the history of the public schools of this city occurred here recently and Miss Margaret Morgan, of Chicago, a graduate of Lincoln Center, led the teachers in the exercises. The festivity concluded with an exhibition of the domestic science classes, held in the Witherspoon street school. The event was largely attended, not only by the parents of the many scholars and the general public, but also by the members of the board of education. There was also a musical and literary entertainment as a part of the affair. As a whole, the pageant was one of the most spectacular events ever given by local talent, and brings great credit not only to the many scholars participating, but also upon Miss Morgan and her able assistants, who helped to make the affair the grand success it was. Miss Morgan will be home in two weeks and will be entertained by Miss Elizabeth Clark, a dear friend. FINDS CHICAGO DEFENDER ALL OVER WORLD Globe Trotter Quotes Bert Williams' "Can't Get Away from It"—Reads Home Newspaper Everywhere from California to British Columbia. CHICAGO MAN MADE RICH BY OIL BOOM Interesting Letter from the Canadian Northwest—Good News for Railroad Men Who Bought Oil Stock at 10 Cents a Share—Regards to State Street. The Chicago Defender travels all around the world, bringing the news to the weary travelers who far away from the city they love so well it comes as a welcome visitor. It brought joy to one young man away up along the Great Frazier River near Vancouver. Read his letter relating the matter: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, June 7, 1914.-Mr. R. S. Abbott-Dear Sir: For three or four months I have been traveling around in the northwestern part of Canada. I am with a party of surveyors camping on the Great Frazier-River near Vancouver. A few days ago I was very lonely up in the mountains and came down to the station to watch for the train, which is always a pleasing attraction, as only one is due to pass through a day. I talked to a porter who was on this train and I asked him if he had anything I loved to read, and he said, "Yes, I have The Chicago Defender." Then I forgot myself to the extent of using slang and said, "Well, just lead me to it." I leaped to it as one who had been deprived of a good meal for many days and was therefore ravenous. I was not surprised that he was able to supply me with a copy of your paper because it has always been my experience in my various travels all over the world to always be able to run across a Defender, and that causes me to quote our well known comedian, Bert Williams, "Can't get away from it." Mr. Abbott, a great oil boom is now on in Calgary, which fact, I think, should interest many Chicagoans, as there are a large number of railroad men to my knowledge who bought shares when they were 10 cents per share, and now they are $5. Well, remember me kindly to dear old State street and accept three cheers for The Chicago Defender from MR. MESSER TO ADDRESS WABASH AVE. Y. M. C. A. Mr. Wilber Messer, secretary of the Central Y. M. C. A., who has just returned from a trip around the world, will speak on the subject, "Impressions from a Journey Around the World." The address will be delivered Sunday, June 14, at 4 o'clock. The admission will be free. All men are invited. Monday night, presentation of medals won at the anniversary track meet of June 13. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER CLAYTON ANTI- TRUST BILL OPEN- ING WEDGE FOR CLASS LEGISLATION Enactment of the Bill into Law Will Abridge the Rights of the Race — Section Seven Is a Sleeper That if Passed Will Ultimately Operate Against an Already Oppressed People. STILL TIME TO FIGHT. Organizations Religious, Fraternal, Civic and Every Race-Loving Man or Woman Should Protest at Once to Their Senators and Stop the Passage of This Biased Measure. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, June 12—The Clayton Anti-Trust Bill, which passed the lower House of Congress last week by an overwhelming majority, being supported by all but four of the Democratic members, contains one provision which must necessarily be alarming to the race. That provision is Section 7, which provides as follows: "That nothing contained in the anti-trust laws shall be construed to forbid the existence and operation of fraternal, labor, consumers, agricultural, or horticultural organizations instituted for the purposes of mutual help, and not having capital stock or conducted for profit, or to forbid or restrain individual members of such organizations, orders, or associations from carrying out legitimate objects thereof." This provision is manifestly class legislation. In this provision is a sleeper that can, might, and ultimately will operate against the race. It requires some stretch of the imagination to conceive of "an organization, order, or association, instituted for the purposes of mutual help" that is not conducted for "profit" either individually, collectively or both. Great Menace to Labor. This provision, which excludes labor organizations from the operation of the anti-trust law, would not prohibit labor organizations from adopting rules and regulations prohibiting men and women of the race from becoming members, and prohibiting men and women from becoming members, under this Section 7 of the Clayton Bill, the race laborers might easily be excluded from all and every kind of work. Even now there are labor unions in the country which either do not encourage or, by law, prohibit men and women of the race from becoming members. This provision, Section 7, innocently, perhaps, makes of the organizations, orders, and associations it excuses from the operation of the law an immense trust to shut out, if they so elect, the race from pursuing liberty which the Declaration of Independence specifically declares is one of the "inalienable rights" of American citizens. Wedge for Class Legislation. While the Constitution expressly specifies that the states cannot enact "class legislation," legislation which is to the particular advantage of one class of citizens while operative against the rights of another class, still there are some expert constitutional lawyers who favor the repeal of the fifteenth amendment that contend there is nothing in the Constitution of the United States which would prevent the Congress of the United States enacting class legislation. If the Clayton anti-trust bill passes the Senate, to which it will go in a few days, and becomes a law by the President's approval, and if sustained by the Supreme Court, then it opens the door for any class of legislation the Democrats may favor to operate against the rights and privileges of the race now conferred by the Constitutional amendments. Unite, and Fight. Of vital importance to the race is this Clayton antitrust bill, known and approved as an administration measure. Its passage by Congress will become the opening wedge through which will go other measures drastically antagonistic to the Afro-American race. The bill, as a whole, makes fish of one and fowl of another. It aims to emasculate business organizations while vitalizing and making arbitrary labor organizations. It, in effect, will turn over to labor organizations the control of business instead of making labor organizations and business organizations indiscriminately, without partiality, amenable to law. Organized labor, as such, embraces but a relatively small per cent of the laborers of the United States, yet its or utilization is so strong in activity, so persistent in its efforts to control its leaders could cause to be written into the bill Section 7, which must be me a menace to the Afro-American race, and which is manifestly class 1 glatation, and which will ultimately open the way for any and all legislation, by Congress, to restrict the rights of the race. Afro-Americans, men and women, and organizations, religious, fraternal, civic, and others, should lose no time in acquaintining their senators with the fact that Section 7 of the Clayton anti-trust bill is clearly class legislation, and will clearly restrict the rights of the Afro-American people. REMOVAL NOTICE Dr. J. A. Wright, dentist, will move his office from 4338 State street to 5100 State street, southwest corner, where he will be pleased to welcome his friends and acquaintances. 23-30-6-13 URRENT EVENTS IN SOUTH BEND eresting Events in the Famous Manufacturing City of the Hoosier State. By J. A. Henderson. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) South Bend, Ind., June 12—The Sorosis Club was entertained by Mrs. W. C. Chavious on the 10th. The home was decorated with roses and peonies, and those present spent an enjoyable evening amid the fragrance of flowers and the hospitality of the, hostess. Mrs. Chavios' reputation as a hostess was more in evidence on this occasion than ever before. Many dalynt freshments were served. Music and parlor games preceded the repast. Among those present were Mesdames Young, Buford, Ashe, Milan, Watson, Gore and Lee. Next meeting with Mrs. Lee Glore. An elaborate program was rendered at Olivet A. M. E. Sunday. Rev. Barber of Wabash filled the pulpit and Rev. Allen assisted in the platform meeting. The choir rendered superb music befitting the occasion. Miss Silvia Powell, daughter of Mr, and Mrs. John Powell, is universally conceded to be one of the most intelligent and beautiful young ladies of South Bend. Miss Powell was born and reared in South Bend, her parents being among the original Hoosiers in this section. Besides being possessed of a beautiful voice, Miss Powell is highly cultured, very entertaining and pleasant in manners. She is undoubtedly the idol of South Bend Afro-Americans, and with her father and mother has the respect of both races throughout Indiana. With June comes thoughts of al fresco affairs, lawn parties, picnics and week-end outings among the young folks. Many of these have been arranged by the different clubs and societies. The first will be the U. R. K. of P. at Hudson Lake on the 28th. An enjoyable outing is planned. No pains will be spared to make it the stellar event of the month. The O. D. T. met at the residence of Mrs. W. T. Loire on the 3d, and many important discussions were read. Afterwards an election of officers was held, which resulted as follows: Mrs. Ida Palmer, president; Mrs. U. T. Lowe, vice president; Mrs. E. Hines, secretary; Mrs. J. W. Wade, assistant secretary; Mrs. M. Stewart, treasurer. Mrs. E. J. Hickman was elected delegate to the Federation of Women's Clubs (white), which convenes locally on the 24th. Mrs. Ida Palmer was elected a delegate to the State Federation of Women's Clubs at Indianapolis; after which the club adjourned for the summer season. The Home Circle met for an election of officers and discussion of business at the residence of Mrs. Jessie Buford on the 12th at 322 Scott street. Mrs. J. H. Hutchinson, who has charge of the juveniles of Zion Baptist, has a great surprise in store for those who attend the exercises at Zion Sunday. Come out and help raise the indebtedness of the church and hear who will speak to you. A very prominent and eminent man will address the members and friends of Zion. Come at 10:30 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Mr. J. B. Mickey, who has been in ill health for some time, has concluded to spend the summer months in the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia recuperating. Every Afro-American baseball fan in South Bend is enthusiastic over the A. B. C. Mr. Charles Kitrell, head waiter at Culver, Ind., is spending a few days at home with his wife and daughter. Society was out in full Sunday and rooted for the A. B. C.'s. Mrs. W. T. Lowe was initiated into the order of Easter Stars Monday evening, to the delight of many daughters of that chapter. Mr. N. S. Stewart is on the sick list. We wish him a speedy recovery. At last we have a colored baseball team that can play a fast and entertaining article of ball. Mr. William Henry Gordon will visit Chicago this week to attend performances of "Captain Rufus" at the Pekin, and to see business men. What's the matter with the Elliott Gants? Are they afraid of the A. B. C? A Step in the Right Way. To those who think that animosity exists between the races in South Bend, on Friday evening, June 6, the Woman's Missionary Society of Westminster Presbyterian (white) met and was entertained by Mrs. J. A. Metapier on Portage road. The principal subject discussed was that of filling a box of clothing to be sent to the South, to be distributed among colored people in need of such, and also to look into future education of colored people. Mrs. Emma Smith entertained on the 12th at Masonic Temple. An enjoyable evening was spent by those present. Refreshments were of the choicest selections. Music was rendered during the evening. Mrs. Mary G. Evans, who has just returned from a visit to the Holy Land, will lecture at Olivet Monday evening, June 15. She has been giving lectures and illustrations of her travels in several of the large cities of America, and has the commendation of press and pulpit wherever she has lectured. Rev. Allen desires a crowded house to greet her on her first visit here. An opportunity of a lifetime to hear one of the most brilliant lecturers of Afro-American descent. Admission 25 cents. Mr. G. C. Clay left Monday for Corey, Mich., where he and Mrs. Clay, who preceded him, will spend the summer months. The Light Foot Company 21, U. R. K. of P., is one of the best drilled companies in the United States, due to the efficiency of Captain G. C. Clay and Chancellor Commander Ed Curdis of Niles and Vice Chancellor H. H. Hill. Other companies will have to look to their laurels during the encampment at Shelbyville. Mrs. E. J. Hickman will take charge of the residence of Mr. Berry on the East Side during his summer vacation. Mr. Andrew Randolph is taking a vacation for ten days. During Cupid's pranks in the month of brides Miss Marjorie Abram was captured and spirited away to St. CALL AT THE "O-K" Restaurant For First Class Meals and Short Orders Coffee and Hot Biscuit a Breakfast Special 3053 SO. DEARBORN STREET Meals from 15 Cents and up on the good ship Matrimony with mr. William Goss, former proprietor of the Palace Hotel here. Miss Abrams has made a host of friends here who regret her leaving South Bend, but congratulate her in the selection of Mr. Goss, who is one of the most refined young business men of the race. Mr. Goss is indeed fortunate in capturing Miss Abrams. The couple will spend their honeymoon on the Great Lakes, and will be at home to their friends in Columbus, O., permanently after July 1. Baseball Game. A very interesting game of ball was played on last Sunday by the A. B. C. (colored) and the Torks, one of the strongest semi-pro teams in northern Indiana. The game was hotly contested, neither side gaining any advantage until the Torks squeezed a run over in the last half of the game that broke the tie of 5 to 5 and gave them the game. Each pitcher was on his mettle, and was strongest in the pinches. The A. B. C. showed great improvement over past performances, Wilson (colored), of the A. B. C.'s, pitched one of the best games ever seen in South Bend, and held the heavy hitters of the Torks to six scattered hits, and, but for errors made on difficult bounders, would have won his game easy. The feature of the game was the playing of L. Jackson at shortsop, who played his first game with the A. B. C.'s. The A. B. C.'s challenge any semi-pro team in the country. Address H. Hill, 318 Polk street. Guess Who or Why S. R. is smiling now. L. P. came back to see. is trying to rush H. D. M. W. is all smiles now. In behalf of Mr. Claude Bennett, who has been "panned" unmercifully by the baseball fans of South Bend, if they would only realize under what handicaps he has been trying to please them they would applaud instead of censuring him. Mr. Bennett went into the game to try to give his best efforts, without a day's notice, and both hands should have been in bandages instead of in a baseball glove. Stop! Think! ARE YOUR EYES WORTH SAVING? Our most precious possession, next to life itself, is good vision. Spectacles and Eye Glasses Made to order that cure all defects of sight, from $2.50 to $15 per pair. Lenses changed free for 1 year. DR. W. H. BRITT Post Graduate in Optics and Diseases the Eyes 4710 STATE STREET, over Then or Office Hours: 8-11 A.M. 3-10 P. eSunday by Appointment Phone Dres. 145 T. PARKER Phone {Douglas 8544 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 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 LaBastide's Drug Store 3702 S. State Street Telephones { Douglas 416 & 617 Automatic 71-874 MISS KITTIE SCOTT, Prop. CALL A "O-K" R For First Class Meals Coffee and Hot Biscuit 3053 SO. DEAR Meals from 11 Phone Oakland 2400 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLINERY Feathers Cleaned, Dyed and Curled HATS BLOCKED 4746 State St. - CHICAGO PAGE SEVEN FREEDMAN'S HOSPITAL GETS LARGER APPROPRIATION Sundry Civil Appropriation Bill Reported Out of House of Representatives Last Week—Gives Noted Institution $66,640, an Increase of $5,600 Over Last Year, But Cuts Off $2,000 from Estimate for Howard University. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Washington, June 12.—The sundry civil appropriation bill was reported out of committee to the House of Representatives last week. The big bill carries appropriations to the amount of $107,696,759.28, being the smallest since 1906. The committee cut the original estimates $17,784,889.77. The House committee cut the appropriation or estimates for Howard University $2,000, approving of an appropriation for Howard of but $99,000 when the officials had asked for an increase. The committee, however, dealt better with Freedmen's Hospital, approving of an appropriation of $66,640 for that institution, which is an increase of $5,600 over last year. The committee even went farther than this for Freedmen's Hospital. It wrote a provision in the bill ordering the District of Columbia to pay to Freedmen's Hospital $41,209.73 as one-half the cost of maintenance of indigent patients treated at the hospital in the years 1908 to 1913 inclusive. Cut Prevents Extension Work. This $41,209.73 the District is authorized to pay to Freedmen will make possible the extension work planned. Freedmen's Hospital, under the present surgeon-in-chief, Dr. Wm. Warfield, has become one of the greatest hospitals in the country. Dr. Warfield, a fine executive, strict disciplinarian, and a great surgeon, has given to Freedmen's his best efforts and devotion. If the reduction in the appropriation for Howard University goes through, it will mean that needed improvements, extensions and increases in some salaries planned will have to be abandoned for the coming year. SEE WILLIAM MAXWELL FOR Shirts, Collars and Neckwear 5244 State Street Marrette Fountain Hair Specialist (A Poro Graduate) 5202 State St... 2nd Floor I positively guarantee my work to be the same as done at the College in St. Louis, which means grit wih and beauty of the hair. No matter how short or stubborn your hair is, Poro hair treatment will surprise and please you. 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 8150 EYE, EAR, NOSE and THROAT Spencer C. Dickerson M. D. "SCIENTIFIC REFRACTION" 3601 So. State Street HOUSE 12 m. p.m. CHICAGO ONE PRICED DENTISTS High Class Sanitary Fitts High Class Work. Guaranteed 10 Years. 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We were to have a cook, and maid because you said you were afraid Your "Sugar Dumpling" wasn't strong enough to do such hard work long. I've cooked and scrubbed and made the bed, now, ever since the day we wed. He only smiled, she slammed the door, then went on working as before. TAKING CHANCES. DOROTHY DIX HAS A FEW IDEAS ON MARRIAGE worth repeating, especially are they appropriate this month of June, the month of tying knots. She holds, as a general thing, the sophisticated woman appeals to a man as more enjoyable as a companion than desirable as a wife. The average man's ideal of a woman is still Eve before she ate the apple, not the Eves who refrain from eating apples because the fruit is bad for their digestion. A great many men make a mistake in thinking the best way to assure themselves of getting a domestic wife is to marry a woman who has never been in society, who has never been to balls, parties and first nights at the theater; one who has not had the experience gained from travel and contact with the world; one who has never dined in fashionable restaurants and all that sort of thing. Dorothy says: "Never was a more fatal error," and Dorothy is right. To the girl who has had these things all her life there is no charm, and she is content to settle down feeling satisfied that the world owes her nothing; not so with Eve's understudy: given a taste of these things she becomes absolutely crazed over them and is like a fish out of water, until she, like her more fortunate sister, has become thoroughly satiated with all forms of amusement and pleasures. The man in love forgets that the woman is but human, and what other women have done under the same environments she is more than liable to do; nor can she be blamed. A man of moderate means, is afraid to marry a girl who has lived in luxury all her life for fear that she will be extravagant—not know the value of a dollar—but quite the reverse is generally true. To the girl who has never had any money at all to spend the two or three thousand dollars that her husband earns seems as unending as the wealth of a Rockefeller, and she is generally reckless in throwing it away, whereas to the girl who has been used to thousands instead of hundreds the husband's small income seems so little that she feels that she must save every cent. Marriage is often spoken of as a gamble, and all because the parties concerned do not look before they leap and after they have made the leap, do not try to meet each other half way and smooth the rough roads of life down with love. An enthusiast said: "Marriages were made in heaven." We have all seen that were made anywhere but there, and yet, it is the one aim of every man and woman to find a soul mate. Somewhere in the world they can be found, in the lottery of love there are some prizes, why not take a chance? COMING INTO OUR OWN. WITH THE SUMMER SEASON we naturally expect to be entertained with something light and frothy. For a number of seasons we have depended upon New York to furnish us our big musical comedies who hold forth at our downtown theaters during the warm months. Since the close of the famous Pekin Stock Company some few years ago, owned and operated by the late Robert T. Motts, father of Afro-American Theatricals, most of the members of the race who were Thespians have been engaged in vaudeville. There came a period in stage life when the public craved vaudeville. There came a period in stage life when the public craved for the movies which are here to stay. But even the movies tire one and the public mind grasps for something new, something with life and full of action and often musical comedies are staged to please, entertain and amuse. "The Whirl of the World" is a big musical comedy downtown that is making the hit of the season. On Thursday night of this week, there was the revival of "Captain Rufus," a military musical comedy at the Pekin Theater, with an all-star cast of all the old stock company's favorites and a chorus of fifty people. It was gratifying to see such a packed house to greet a company of our own people staging so cleverly a play with a theme, a love story with so many musical hits. Such a show is another demonstration that we are capable of doing just what any other race can do and when we do it well will be appreciated. The Defender predicts that "Captain Rufus" will have a long run during the summer at the famous Pekin Theater. MEN ARE BECOMING AS FUSSY ABOUT THEIR HEADGEAR AS WOMEN. Not so very long ago every man's hat, according to the season, looked about alike. Not so today. Hundreds of shapes and colors are to be seen, some even adorned with feathers. As Dr. Leonard Lewis would say, "Whither are we drifting?" THINGS HAVE COME TO A PRETTY PASS here in Chicago when we are to be used as a veritable boogie man, a plague or any loathesome creature that even the thoughts of would make one shiver. It is customary to tell little children that if they don't do so and so what dreadful things will happen to them; but when grown-ups resort to such silly things it is high time to call a halt, and especially when they are aiming their attacks on a supposedly helpless class of people and hoping to gain their point by stirring up race prejudice. The following from the Chicago Journal of recent issue, will show to what depths the upper class (?) will sink to accomplish a selfish end: "Battling" Louise Korth, who opened war on the council committee on streets and alleys by promising to lease her property to Colored tenants if the council votes to sell Stone street, between Banks and Goethe streets, to Mrs. Potter Palmer, renewed her declaration of war today and said she was going to see it through to the finish." The committee on streets and alleys, by a vote of 6 to 5, recommended the passage of an ordinance vacating Stone street in the prescribed region. The matter was referred to the compensation committee. The Palmer estate has offered $103,000 for the street. Miss Korth and William LeMoyne made strenuous objections. Miss Korth says the street is worth $400,000. "If they persist," said Miss Korth today, "I'll hang a big sign out in front of my place offering it to colored people cheap. I understand that there is a little exclusive park just behind my place where some of the boys and girls from the Lake Shore families play ball. Well, they'll probably be playing with pickaninnies soon. "I'll fight this thing to a finish, even if I have to make a speech before the city council. They can't stop me. It takes a woman to handle a man and I'm not afraid of them. As a matter of fact, we are not getting a fair deal in this case." So does Miss Korth plan to work her vengeance on the elite of the neighborhood, chief among whom are the followers of the Potter Palmer estate, in the interests of which the vacation of the street was asked. "They say they don't believe I'll carry out my threat," said Miss Korth as a passing shot. "They'll know more about it when the dark cloud which hangs over the North Side breaks and a shower of little colored babies descends." Kindly note that all of this is happening in our most exclusive set where a monopoly of the brains, culture and refinement is supposed to exist. If the moral courage to do right because it is right is not to be found in those who are financially independent, then where? KEEPING YOUR WORD THE TIME HAS NOT YET COME, perhaps, when everyone can be trusted to make good in every detail or keep good all that they promise. We all know that the wash woman that we hire to come Monday may not show up until the following Thursday: but as a rule, she ever has a a good excuse to offer: her children are sick or she has been indisposed herself, so she is restored to our good graces again. How different to be disappointed in some important business transaction or even, for that matter, in a social engagement. In this day and time when telephones, telegraphs, transportation facilities and other means of communication are at our disposal, there is not the slightest excuse for the man or woman to break an engagement without duly notifying the one with whom they had the engagement. We would naturally expect this utter lack of regard for other people's time and feelings from the ignorant classes, but hardly from the class of so-called educated people; and among this class is this detestable habit most frequently found. It is a common expression, "My Word Is My Bond." If the ones who say this, and there are thousands, only meant it, there would be little occasion for this comment. It is just as easy to keep your word as to break it. Many people have been ruined financially because they depended upon some one's word, some one promised them financial aid at a certain time and failed to keep their promise; some girl had her life blighted because she depended upon promises. Lastly, but not least, the promises that you make to yourself, how many of them do you keep? You have formed bad habits; your friends have called your attention to them; you see the error of your ways and resolved to turn over a new leaf—this usually happens January 1—and January 2, in many instances, the page is so blurred that you can not read your own resolutions, so you drift back into the old ways again. It is only by a mighty effort, a concentration of will power and a pulling of yourself together that will take you out of this rut of broken promises. A man who can not shape his own destiny is a poor excuse of a man. Are you in that class? OUTING FOR CHILDREN DURING THE SUMMER the poor children of the South Side are to be given daily outings in the parks of the city. Rev. Johnston Myers of Immanuel Baptist Church, 2820 Michigan avenue, is at the head of the movement, and appeals to the citizens to aid in this good work. The entire expense for each child will be less than ten cents per day. Three assistant pastors and four women missionaries will act as caretakers and the mothers are urged to go along, car fare and lunch being provided. Regardless of nationality, creed or color, all children are invited to gather at the church every morning. This is true charity and how could money be spent more wisely than to provide these daily picnics for the children and their mothers? There is no excuse now for the humblest depriving their little ones of the benefits to be derived from a romp out in the open where lungs can be filled with pure fresh air and all nature bids them welcome. There are hundreds of families who are amply able to care for their children, yet who never give this subject a thought, the children are permitted to run in the dirty streets, or still more filthy back yards, and it is little wonder they are poor and sickly-looking, and easy prey to all sorts of diseases. The city is dotted with neighborhood playgrounds where devices for amusement, swimming pools and other attractive features abound and all free. Chicago is a city of flat buildings and children were never meant to be cooped up in a cage any more than plants were meant to be confined in pots or birds in cages. Our children should be our first consideration. Let us make them so. NOW IF WE WERE PUBLISHING A PAPER IN THE COUNTRY no doubt you would read something like this:—Dr. Booker T. Washington, of Tuskegee, Thursday with us on his way to the city. After making a few purchases at Johnson's general store, he dropped in on ye editor and renewed his subscription for another year. Come again, Doctor. As it is this is Chicago and we can only remark in passing that the eminent educator paid this city a flying trip and dropped the information that "Railroad Day" has proven to be one of the best movements the race has inaugurated, conditions having changed for the better on many of the Southern lines. When you go after a proposition, go after it right, is the Doctor's motto, and those who know him know he does just that thing. WHAT HAS BECOME OF THE pessimists who foresaw this country plunged into war with the Mexicans, Japanese and Chinese and literally wiped off the face of the earth? Whether a 'Democrat or Republican is in the chair at Washington matters little when a real issue that affects every citizen is at stake, party lines are forgotten. We stand as a unit, and if we cannot whip our enemies we have them bluffed into thinking we can, so the result is the same in the end. "HANDS OFF" is a warning that other countries are seemingly quite willing to respect. GARRISON SQUARE was opened by the Park Board of Kansas City, Mo., recently, exclusively for Afro-Americans. The field house cost $60,000. In addition are an athletic field, wading room and play ground. In the field house are forty-one shower baths, twenty-two of which are private, a large auditorium, reading room, rest room and library. While it is unfortunate that they must have separate institutions, it is gratifying to know the powers that be make no distinction in the appointments of public institutions. JOY RIDING season is again upon us. A report comes that a minister was killed in an auto which had been borrowed without the knowledge of the owner. This would seem like a case of punishment overtaking the guilty most speedily. THE MAN WHO TELLS HIS EMPLOYER, "I do not depend on this job for a living," in many instances is the very one who is living from hand to mouth. THIS IS GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR for everything but crops, the cost of living must be kept up, you know. BY CONTINUOUS AND PERSISTENT EFFORT we might induce the railroads to grant us what the law in the South provides, equal accommodations. WE CAN THINK of a great many drawbacks to winter; but these warm days remind us that winter has its good points after all. DR.A.WILBERFORCE WILLIAMS TALKS ON Preventative Measures First Aid Remedies Hygienics and Sanitation NOCASES ARE DIAGNOSED AND NO PRESCRIPTIONS GIVEN IN THESE WEEKLY ARTICLES to be able to double the operation and do it, not for oneself alone, but for oneself and another. Marriage! But all the time no scientific, sustained attention is yet given to the real business of living, of smooth intercourse, of self expression, of conscious adaptation to environment—in brief, to the study of the machine. He states that at the age of thirty the chances are that man will understand better the draught of a chimney than his own respiratory apparatus, and the working of his own brain; and that man understands none or very little of how to avoid the waste of power involved by friction in the business of living. And he further states that we do not give as much as one hour a month to the real art of living; that our living is really amateurish and clumsy; that at 35 years we try to live our lives with professional skill, as a professional painter paints pictures. But, we cannot; it is too late. There are some beautiful thoughts in this book. Mr. Bennett often deals in exaggeration—but I think he has a good purpose in doing this, and that it is to force into prominence an aspect of the affairs of our lives that are usually overlooked and neglected. VACATION HINTS. Press Service, Department of Health. The vacation season is at hand and thousands of people in Chicago are now making plans as to when and how they will spend their summer outings. For several years the Department of Health has offered advice and suggestions, with a few warnings thrown in for good measure, concerning summer vacation dangers. We have tried to make it clear that just because a summer resort is a pretty place, picturesque and all that, it does not follow that it is a safe place. Some such Pay Rent To Yourself A small cash payment, balance like rent, and you can move into a newly decorated two-family home. 523 E. 36th ST., 3-apartment home; newly decorated; each apartment cozy and light; large front porch; laundry; beautiful lawn; close to transportation; must be seen to be appreciated. T. The Human Machine. "The Human Machine," by Aronold Bennett, is a very useful book and well worth the while of careful reading and study. Mr. Bennett shows in the book the folly of neglecting to get a thorough understanding of the human body and brain—of the means of the expression of the soul. He states that his aim is to direct man's attention to himself as a whole, considered as a machine, complex and capable of quite extraordinary efficiency for traveling through this world smoothly in any desired manner, with satisfaction not only to himself but to the people he meets en route, and the people who are overtaking him and whom he is overtaking. He says: "My aim is to show that only an appreciable fraction of our ordered and sustained efforts is given to the business of actual living, as distinguished from the preliminaries to living." Definition of the Human Machine. Mr. Bennett gives as a definition of the human machine the brain and body, chiefly the brain; his definition of the art of living, he defines the art of living as the expression of the soul by means of the brain and body. He claims we do not learn the art of living at school, and lays great stress upon the importance of learning the art of living before we are twenty years old. Importance of the Human Machine. He advances the thought that since we must spend all of our lives on earth in this machine, and that this machine is our sole means of contact and compromise with the world, that we give too little attention and care to the keeping of our machine up to the standard. The "We." He means by the term "we" our inmost spirit—the instinctive part—the mystery within that exists. He claims that our schooling is only a preparation for a living and that we are supposed to turn our attention to living, when we are about 20 years old, after we have been through the preliminaries and that all this time one has been using the machine without understanding it. He thoroughly indicts the vicious practice of our modern civilization, in that we give so much attention to every other kind of machine except the most important, the human machine. He shows that after one has finished his college or university course, he does not enter upon a thorough study of the human machine, although his whole schooling, as stated above, was for the sole preparation of living. He shows that, after one leaves school, that his attention is absorbed with, not how to live, but with how to obtain and retain a position in which one will be able to live; second, how to get minute portions of dead animals and plants which one can swallow in order not to die of hunger; third, how to acquire and constantly renew a stock of other portions of dead animals and plants, in which one can envelop oneself in order not to die of cold; fourth; how to procure the exclusive right of entry into certain huts where one may sleep and eat without being rained upon by the clouds of heaven. He states that when one has realized this ambition, there comes the desire places get their supply of drinking water from shallow wells on the shores of lakes, the waters of which are polluted with sewage and other dangerous filth. Some of these are not protected against flies or mosquitoes, nor are the sanitary conditions anywhere near what they ought to be. Fortunately, however, such places are not so numerous as they were a few years ago; people now have more health knowledge than they had then. They know about the dangers of filthy water or improperly constructed outdoor toilets. They know, too, about the house fly and that these dangerous little pests carry disease and death wherever they go. Hence fly swatters and fly screens. So we take it that by this time most Chicago people when consider where they shall go for the sum will give as much attention to sanitary attractions a place has to fer as they do to its boating and ing advantages or to the charm of scenic beaches. Then along with the vacation son we include the picnic and out dangers. Within a few hours' ride Chicago are many picnic ground where thousands of Chicago people every day during the summer months. Some of these places are pretty well cared for and kept in fairly good sanitary condition. Some of them are both dirty and dangerous and should be avoided. So in choosing the place for your summer vacation or your picnic party look before you leap. Be sure that they are clean and sanitary, that the water supply is safe, and that you will run no more risk of contracting some disease due to filth than you would right here at home, where the water is safe and the fly swatter is abroad in the land. If you have reason to suspect that the water where you may be is dangerous or polluted, here is a way whereby it may be made safe to use: Dissolve a teaspoonful of chloride of lime in a cupful of water, making sure that all lumps are thoroughly broken up. Then add three more cups of water, stir well and let stand a few seconds so that any solid particles may settle to bottom. Keep this purifying mixture in a tightly stoppered Mason jar; it will be good for four or five days. Add one teaspoonful of this milky-looking solution to each two gallons of water and stir thoroughly. Now let the two gallons of water stand ten minutes, after which it will be ready for drinking purposes. The treated water will be without taste or color. Store it in clean stoppered bottles in a cool place. As chloride of lime can be obtained at any drug store, there should be no need for any one using water that is suspected of being contaminated or dangerous. DEFENDER'S LEGAL HELPS WHO WILL ADOPT A BOY CHILD? To the Defender, Legal Help, Jacksonville, Illinois, Gentlemen: I am writing you for instructions as to how I can dispose of a boy child five years of age. His mother is an invalid and has four other boys to support therefore I have had this boy for three years and now as I am IW and cannot further support him must give him up and would like to find a good home for him. Anyone caring to adopt a little boy please address Mrs. N. A. Parks, 483 South Clay avenue, Jacksonville, Illinois. In an issue of past date we recited the recent laws of this state concerning charities and if the mother will make application to the county court of your county she will receive the aid as provided by law. THE MUNICIPAL COURT To the Defender, Legal Help: There is a dispute among several friends as to the Municipal Court of Chicago, some contend there are several such courts while others hold that there are not; will you please straighten the matter for us? There is ONE Municipal Court of Chicago which has many branch courts both civil and criminal. The court is presided over by one Chief Justice and about thirty associate justices. One year's subscription to the Defender entities you to cast twenty-five votes for the most popular girl in Chicago. She will receive a diamond ring. How Adage Would Work With Him. The Clubman—"Circumstances alter cases, you know." The Lawyer—"Yes, and a few good cases would materially alter my circumstances."—Boston Transcript.