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BLACK SOLDIERS KEEP GERMANS OUT OF PA! LATEST NEWS If You See It In The Defender It's So SOLD (Special to The Chicago Defender.) London, England. Sept. 11. The Anti-Slavery and Aborigines Protection Society of London announced the intention of Dr. Booker T. Washington of Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, to visit Europe early next year with the object of lecturing upon the progress of the Afro-American people. Dr. Washington will speak at a demonstration during the Free Church Congress to be held in Leicester in March, and will then pay a visit to several cities in the kingdom before going to Brussels. Berlin and Paris. He will probably return to England for further engagements in April and May. Requests for the services of Dr. Washington may be sent direct to him or through the Anti-Slavery and Aborigines Protection Society, Denison House, Vauxhall Bridge road, S. W. Mr. Andrew Carnegie is taking considerable interest in the tour and has written as follows: "Dear Mr. Harris: I am greatly pleased to hear that Dr. Booker T. Washington is coming to Europe next spring to try before public opinion some facts concerning the progress of the Negro race. I know of no one better or as able to do this as Dr. Washington, who, as I wrote on a former occasion, is a Joshua and Moses combined. If I can be of any further assistance to you in making this tour a success kindly let me know. Very truly yours. (Signed) Andrew Carnegie." CITY FEDERATION OF WOMAN'S CLUBS QUARTERLY MEETINGS Meet at Quinn Chapel Monday—Hear Reports from Recent Meetings of National Federation. The City Federation of Colored Women's clubs met at Quinn chapel at 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 7th, in its regular quarterly meeting. The morning was taken up in reading the reports from the different city clubs, the admission of clubs, etc. Most of the afternoon was spent in listening to the reports of the delegates who attended the National Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, which met at Wilberforce, O., and the State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs, which met at Mollin, Ill. All of these delegates made splendid reports, which showed the interest they manifested while present in these meetings, as well as the progress which has been made by the State and National Federations. All of the reports were commented upon. At this meeting, Mrs. Mary F. Waring was endorsed to fill the position of vice president of the half century celebration of Negro freedom, and a committee appointed to wait on Gov. Dunne and ask that she be placed in the place of Mrs. Susie Jorgendahl, who resigned. The federation also decided to become a member of the United Charities of Chicago. At this meeting they appointed four trustees for the Phyllis Wheatley Home and a committee to arrange for the meeting of the half century celebration of Negro freedom in Chicago next year. Short addresses were made by Mrs. Ida Wells-Harnett, probation officer; Dr. Thompson, Prof. Day, M. T. Bailay, manager of The Bailey Realty Co. and several others. The federation was glad to learn of man, young men of the race who had entered into business and promised to support them. of the 208 employed are engaged as unskilled and skilled laborers and in the various other occupations required in the production of salt, oil and gas. In all there are 62,755 members, of the race engaged in the extraction of minerals in this country, a number that testifies to the fact that the race efforts to no one single VOL. IX., NO. 37. MINING GIVES EMPLOYMENT TO MORE THAN 60,000 MINING GIVES EMPLOYMENT TO MORE THAN 60,000 Extraction of Minerals Attracts Many Afro-Americans—Several Are Owners and, Officials. While Hundreds Are Skilled Laborers. TWO SILVER Summary Shows Members of the Race Engaged in Every Occupation Associated with Mining—One Woman in Number. By W. Ralph Tyler. Washington, Sept. 11.—In a former letter I gave the number of Afro-Americans engaged in agriculture, forestry and animal husbandry in the United States. The number, especially of those who are owners, managers or foremen, must have proven a revelation. That the race does not confine its operations exclusively to the farm, but extends its operations practically to every other industry is shown by the number employed either as owners, managers, foreman or laborers, in the extraction of minerals, like mining. Engaged in coal mining there are 40,623 members of the race employed. Of these twelve are owners or operators, two are officials of companies, eight are managers or superintendents, 116 are bosses, foremen or overseers, seventeen are bookkeepers, cashiers or accountants, eight are clerks, four are draftsmen, one of whom is a woman; fifteen are electricians or electrical engineers and thirteen are mining engineers, the remainder of the more than 40,000 engaged in coal mining being distributed as laborers, car builders, machinists, drillers, drivers, motormen and the many other occupations associated with coal mining. Gold and Silver Mining. In copper mining there are 282 members of the race engaged; none as owners, officials, managers or superintendents, but at least one as a boss. In this branch of mining, however, there are three engineers who are intitled with the race. In gold and silver mining there are 282 Afro-Americans employed, two of whom are owners and four of whom are mining, civil or mechanical engineers, while the balance employed are distributed among the various other departments of gold and silver mining. In iron mining there are 5,379 members of the race engaged, fourteen of whom are owners or operators, one as manager or superintendent, nine as bosses, foremen or overseers, one as mining engineer and ten as stationary engineers, the remainder being mechanics, clericals, motormen, laborers or in other specified occupations. Engaged in lead and zinc mining there are 278 members of the race, three of whom are mining or mechanical engineers, seven as drillers, and the remainder being laborers and skilled mechanics, etc. 10.348 Quarrymen. Engaged in quarrying there are 10,348 men employed, thirty-eight of whom are owners or operators, four as managers, thirty-nine as foremen or overseers, four as clarks, fifty-eight as stationary engineers, two as inspectors, fifty-three as blacksmiths, seven as carpenters, and the balance distributed among the skilled laborers and unskilled laborers connected with quarrying. I have ascertained that employed in the oil and gas well industry there are 266 men employed, six of whom are owners, two as bosses, eight as engineers, eight as drillers, eight as engineers, eight as drillers, being engaged in common labor or other specified occupations connected with drilling for oil and gas. In the production of salt, oil and natural gas—namely, employed in the factories or refineries—there are 208 employed or there is an SATURDAY LDII BOOKER T. WASHINGTON TO VISIT EUROPE Anti-Slavery and Aborigines Society Announces Plans for Noted Educator to Lecture—Andrew Carnegie Interested in Tour. the long darl The as Chicago Defender WORLD'S GREATEST WEEKLY RESIGNS RATHER THAN SUFFER SEGREGATION RESIGNS RATHER THAN SUFFER SEGREGATION Lieutenant Thomas H. R. Clark, Efficient Clerk in the Treasury Department, to Quit Job After Many Years' Service. HAD S' LARY CUT JULY 1. Reduced Under Rider to 1914 Appropriation Bill, Which Should Have Excluded All War Veterans—Fortune Makes Sun Shine. Washington, Sept. 11.—Lieutenant H. R. Clark, clerk in the treasury department, has resigned, to take effect the 15th last, being unable to longer endure the segregation policy of this administration. Lieutenant Clark, since the retirement of J. C. Napier and the installment of an alleged half-breed Cheetaw Indian as register of the treasury, has been a clerk in the auditor for the postoffice department. During the incumency of Registers Lyons, Venon and Napier he was a valued clerk in the register's office, working himself up to $1,400. lent to Bullpen. When the alleged half-breed Cheetaw was appointed and it was desired to "ily-white" the office so far as possible Lieutenant Clark was transferred to the bullpen of the treasury department, the auditor for the postoffice department, and on July 1 was reduced, along with a score of Afro-American clerks, to $1,200, although the older to the 1914 appropriation bill provided against the reduction of veterans, and Lieutenant Clark is a veteran of the Spanish-American war. He is accounted one of the most brilliant young men in Washington, but neither his brilliancy nor the fact that he is a Spanish-American war veteran could save him the humiliation of being reduced, so long as his color remained sufficiently dark to identify him with his race. The resignation of Lieutenant Clark as a clerk in the treasury department does four Afro-American clerks who REGIMENT OF AFRO-AMERICANS IN THE FRENCH ARMY WHO MADE HISTORY LAST WEEK THE ARMY OF THE UNION These are some of the brave Afro-Americans who are fighting for the glory and honor of France. Numbered among these men are former members of the 9th and 10th Cavalry, 24th and 25th Infantry and men from every part of America who with their families went to France four years ago and whose military training came to men of all nations regardless of creed or color. The arrow points to Lieutenant Hugo Green of Atlanta, U.S., whose military training came to men of all nations during training in the French Naval School and France still offers an equal chance in her army and to men of good character, regardless of color. By Our Own Correspondent. lent to Bullpen. 'oward, an Afro-American m Pennsylvania—God 'ho was candidate for ursury, has accepted 'n the marshal's once in the two the character Steer," who 'o Dahomy ip of the CHICAGO, SEPTEMBER 12, 1914 PARENTS MUST SEND CHILDREN TO SCHOOL. Loiterers Should Be Sent to "John Worthy"—More Intelligence and Less Ignorance. Tuesday school opened and over 500,000 children were enrolled, according to the report of the superintendent. Of this number, the attendance of Afro-American has been decidedly small, in proportion to the number of school age. Mothers and fathers should bestr themselves and see that their sons and daughters are enrolled at the grammar and high schools of their districts. Hundreds of high school students can be seen loitering around the streets of the city. If these boys mothers can't make them go to school, they should be sent to "John Worthy," (the reform school) until 21 years of age. School facilities are too great in Chicago; opportunities are too free to get an education for us to have ignorant children roaming the streets. It is worse when they are grown up and can't find employment on account of the lack of education. Young boys and girls who won't go to school should be taught a trade. Again the Defender calls upon every mother and father and guardian to see that every child, male or female, of school age, attends school and remains there until they graduate. BROAD AX SETS PACE— 14TH ANNIVERSARY MAGNIFICENT ISSUE. Julius F. Taylor startled the natives last week with the 14th birthday anniversary of his paper. It contained cuts and write-ups of the many prominent white men, both Democratic and Republican, and to his credit the majority of candidates he advocated were nominated in the primary. It proved that men who use the press freely are the ones who win out. It is hoped that Brother Taylor netted a nice little sum from his venture. The Defender, a warm admirer, congratulates its neighbor and wishes the brave and heroic editor, who neither cringes or bows, continued success in his profession. MAJOR JACKSON PLEASED —DEFENDER DID THE WORK. Major R. R. Jackson who was nominated for the Legislature for the First District was seen by a Defender reporter at noon Thursday and shook his hand and said: "I owe my election to the publicity of the Chicago Defender, my loyal friends and my record in the last Legislature. I urge every candidate and business man to use the columns of the Defender, the World's Greatest Weekly. HON. A. H. ROBERTS HAPPY DEFENDER HIS SPOKES- MAN Race's Best Orator to Grace the Legislative Halls at Springfield. "I am very grateful for the support given me by the Chicago Defender," said Adelbert H. Roberts on Thursday to a Defender reporter as he reached in his pockets and gave the eas man two cigars. I consider the Defender a great champion of the opie and my election is due to the publicity given me through its mus. The Defender did the READY FOR THE B. M. C. CHICAGOANS TO BE THERE Odd Fellows Throughout the World to Gather at the Hub. (Special to the Chicago Defender.) Boston, Mass., Sept. 9.—The biennial movable committee of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows will meet here next week. The battle will be between the Morris forces of Chicago, Ill., and Benjamin Davis of Atlanta, Ga. At the last meeting Hon. E. H. Morris gavelled himself into office and now the Davis faction' claims that it has enough votes to oust him as grand master. He has held same office prior to these two terms. Hon. Louis B. Anderson and B. F. Moseley are Davis men from Chicago. Major General Morris Lewis of Chicago will be tendered a reception Monday night. At the conclusion of the B. M. C. he goes to Rochester, N. Y., where he will give a stereoclinic lecture on the history of the order under the auspices of the local lodges and households. WINCHESTER MAN IS APPOINTED BY ACTING GOVERNOR Webb W. Banks Will Represent Kentucky at National Semicentennial Anniversary in 1915. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Winchester, Ky., Sept. 11. The Winchester Sun prints the following under date of September 3: "Acting Governor E. J. McDermott has appointed Web B. Wbanks, one of the best and most popular Colored men in Winchester, or in the State, for that matter, as delegate from Kentucky to the National Semicentennial of the Anniversary of Negro Freedom which is to be held in Chicago in 1915 and which will be a great affair. That Webb will represent his state and his race most creditably, as he did when appointed to a similar position in New York last year by Governor McCreary, goes without saying, and Governor McDermott could have made no more excellent appointment." VISITING IN MICHIGAN. Up to the Minute of Going to Press List of Chicagoans and Others at the Summer Resorts. Special to the Chicago Defender. Burnt Lake, Mich., Sept. 11.—Mrs. Alice Paris, formerly of Chicago, and Miss Nellie Powell, her cousin, a bright contralto singer of this city, chartered the Tourists Sunday, Sept. 6th, at Burt Lake, where they are spending, the summer, taking with them some of their friends: Misses Eddie Carter, Florence Hastings and Misses Lula Wilson, Carrie Crutchfield, Daisy Fisher, all of Indianapolis, and Miss Evelyn Meese of Dayton, O. Their trip was a delightful one sailing through Burt Lake, Crooked River and Crooked Lake, where they stopped at Oden, Mich. A host of friends met and Crooked Lake, where they stopped at Oden, Mich. A host of friends met them, among them Mr. Jay Chavous of Chicago and Dr. J. Henry Williams, when, after a stay of a few hours, they again boarded the Tourists and sailed home. Miss Powell was requested to sing her favorite selections. . . . Miss Lovene Russell of Terre Haute will leave Sept. 8th. . . . Mrs. Carrie Crutchfield will come to Chicago this fall to do her winter shopping. . . . will be the great SATURDAY NOTED DENVER FIREMAN SPENDS WEEK IN CHICAGO NOTED DENVER FIREMAN SPENDS WEEK IN CHICAGO Silas H. Johnson, Captain Engine Company No. 3, Denver Fire Department, Enjoys a Well-Earned Vacation. TWENTY-THREE YEARS IN SERVICE Hero of Famous Conflagration of 1895, When Four Out of Five Comrades Were Killed—Off for Boston. Chicago firemen welcomed to the city this week Captain Sillas H. Johnson, Engine Company 3, Denver fire department, Denver, Colo. This battle-scarred veteran is in charge of the only Afro-American company in Denver. He became a fireman in 1891. He served as a lineman, and his work was so efficient that two years later, when Company 3 was organized, he was appointed captain. March 22; 1895. Denver witnessed one of the biggest fires of the West. Four out of five men were killed belonging to his company, and only the hand of providence saved him. John F. Hale, assistant chief, made his headquarters at Company 3 and when Chief T. F. Owens refried Mr. Haley was made chief. He now makes his headquarters with Company 3 and has his machine there. This company is located at Twenty-sixth and Glenarm streets, right in the heart of the business district and is the busiest fire zone. They have a record of responding to as many fires as any company in the city. Engine Company No. 3 has one of the most convenient quarters in the city. There is no discrimination shown either in treatment or when fighting fires. While they are brave and heroic they are never sent where no other company dares to go. Captain Johnson came to Chicago last Friday and since his arrival his friends and acquaintances have made it very pleasant for him. He is off on his vacation and is en route to Boston, Mass., to attend the B. M. C. and will represent Denver lodge. Dr. Paul Spradlin and George S. Contee of Denver are in the party. Other delegates from Leadville, Colorado Springs and other points are here en route to the B. M. C. Captain Johnson paid his respects to Company 21, this city, and Leuteman Wickliffe and the "boys" gave him a "good time." He leaves today for Boston. DR. OFFICER PLEASED. President of Local Medical Association Rejoices that Next Meeting is Coming Here. Dr. T. F. Officer, president of the local medical association, was overjoyed when he learned through the Defender that the national association would meet here next year. "I was glad to learn that Dr. U. G. Dalley was chosen head of the surgical section and a floor delegate of the meeting. Dr. Dalley is a fine surgeon and Chicago is proud of him. We T OF RALPH W. TYLER TO PUBLISH NEWSPAPER To Re-establish Residence in Columbus, O., Where He Will Continue to Champion Rights of the Race. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Cincinnati, 10, Sept. 11.—Friends here of Ralph W. Tyler, former auditor for the navy under the Roosevelt and Taft administrations, stated that the former auditor and newspaper man will return to Ohio within a fortnight and re-establish his residence in Columbus, his home city. It is stated he has already purchased a pretty new home, and as soon as settled will begin the publication of a weekly newspaper to strongly champion the rights of the race. When here recently Mr. Tyler remarked that if he established a paper it would be a live one like the Chicago Defender. Ohio, although having more than a hundred thousand Afro-Americans, has but one weekly newspaper, Hon. Harry C. Smith's paper at Cleveland. If established at Columbus, as reported, every city in the state can be reached in four hours, as Columbus, the capital, is at the center of the state. Afro-Americans are elated over the promised establishment by Tyler of a race newspaper. It is understood the policy will be vigorous and uncompromising. Ten thousand subscribers are promised in thirty days after the first issue. In order that it may not appear it was established for political gain Tyler's friends state that the first issue will not appear until after the election. An up-to-date newspaper plant will be installed. MT. MORIAH CHURCH DESTROYED BY FIRE Cairo Giants Lose to the Nebraska Indians. Cairo, Ill. Sept. 9.—Mount Morlah Baptist Church was practically destroyed by fire at 3:15 a.m. m., Monday. The fire was caused by live wires as results of the storm. * * * Mrs. Hester Bond, the mother of James U. Love Bond, has returned to her home in Memphis, Tenn. * * * Mrs. Zulan McKnight is on the sick list this week. * * * There was an interesting ball game Monday between the Cairo Glants and Nebraska Indians. The game was 10 to 2 in favor of the Indians. SAN FRANCISCO CAI SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. San Francisco, Cal., Sept. 11.—Mr. Arthur E. Dortch, formerly of Chicago, but now a resident of this city, visited Sacramento, Chico and Redding on his 15-day vacation. His party reports a large catch of black bass on the trip, although it was 108 in the shade in Redding and the party had to spend most of the time in the house. Mr. Dortch, who holds a responsible position with the Chansor & Lyon Company, desires to be remembered to his Chicago friends. COL. POWELL CALLED TO BEDSIDE OF FATHER Col. F. D. Powell, state adjutant U. R. K. P. was seen by a Defender reporter aboard a Pullman scheduled east on the Pennsylvania line. The Defender reporter entered the Pullman in pursuit of the colonel and learned that he had been called to his home in Williamsburg, O., to see his father, who is quite ill. The colonel is very much concerned and full of anxiety. The Defender wishes the colonel good luck on his journey. If things will permit he hopes to make a few stops on his return, Dayton and Springfield, O. DENVER ODD FELLO HEROIC FI DENVER ODD FELLOWS SEND HEROIC FIREMAN 7 14 HO EDIT: PRICE 5 CENTS IN CHIC Taking Addition Equal Child of Color I Army and Navy Seasoned Fighter NATION HGIV United States F. Former Members and Twenty-fifth Enlistments Had Work for Historians Paris, France, Sept. flict between the t the triple entente, the European war, black soldier into his the rigid censorship of the impossibility of ords, it is a hard task inclined to suppress the part black men are t From Every Part The term black men the valiant men now France, the hyphenated mer country having been when they swoe allegiance foster country, and it is These brave men came from quarters of the earth a year France told the world that blaze of merit could have an equal in her army and navy Afro-Americans First Among the first to respond black men from the United many of them seasoned, had its only two regiments of Infant Twenty-fourth and Twenty-eighth enlistments had expired the counts of these men and accomplished in a few nor French discipline he when there was no by one they came, by sailors, until now in portant parts of the Fn navy are many fearless back, with 1. In the black men is not included in France's native soldi and other African co by the French. The parcel of the regular as such and never c distinct part. Great whose part it will be the black man took for glofry of France. Coun interveine before even it can chronicle notices of collective valor, and credit will not be give down in history, for he told without giving credit. MRS BUNCHE AT NAT, BAPT, CO Mrs. P. Bunche, 301 left the city last Saturday of New York, Washington Newport, R. I., then where she will attend vention. In returning, a day at Niagara Falls While in Washington Nanlle Burroughs' IN JOURNALISM;EIGHT PAGES FORTHEDEFENDER int Weekly Race Paper in Chicago to Carry Eight Pages — New and Original Matter in its Columns — Correspondents Everywhere. Staff Laboring to Give Readers Best Paper in America—Calls On Business Men to Advertise In Its Columns Soley Because of Largest Circulation and Most Influential. With this issue the Chicago Defender makes another leap in journalism. It is the first race paper in Chicago to carry eight columns with eight pages. New and original matter coming from all parts of the world has necessitated this action. To make room for the growing business it hopes to do this fall and winter. The outlook is bright and the time is ripe. The Chicago Defender is laboring daily to give its readers the World's Greatest Weekly military soldiers who are noiding down the forts of Paris. A few weeks ago a cartoon on the editorial page the like of which has not been seen in an Afro-American paper. These new and original features are causing the Defender to go skyward in estimation of its readers. It publishes more local and society news than all the other papers of the city. Its columns are breezy, crisp and full of reliable news. Our reporters are in touch with the pulse of the people. It was the first paper to give a prize in popularity content to a popular for publicity and fairness towards the race and ever on the alert to kill the monster prejudice. It stands for the best men in public office and is opposed to graft. Always on the firing line for race representation in state, county and city governments. The Defender's circulation is growing in leaps and bounds, reaching the best homes in every community. We call upon the business men of Chicago to give the Defender their support. Let the Defender advertise your wares. Use its columns freely. As we grow you will grow. Compare our news stories with other papers. Notice the various features we carry and the comparatively few others carry; this is the test of up-to-date journalism. Let us be your spokesman and defender and in defending you, we defend ourselves. Consult our legal and health editors. Their advice is free. Bring your troubles to us! With drops of ink we make millions think." We are in the front, of the profession, on our banner is inscribed Forward. All we ask you support. NION CITY, TENN. City, Tenn., Sept. 11.—Mrs. ondurant of Dresden was in way to attend the formal iron Chambers. . . . persons report a to Columbus, Ky.; Ford, Mrs. W. E. a Haynes, Miss Zula r. Hulen West. While principal enjoyment the river. . . . All that. Aaron Chambers onday at East View very sad formal serv. Rev. I. F. Bruton. from a stroke of paralys was one of Union best citizens. Heree children and host tourn their loss. . . life of Browne to see the last of the r father and father-inbers. . . . Mrs. Nuggle two children, Nannie Mal, left here last week, after a few weeks' her mother and. Mrs. Dacie Coloman have returned from Wm. Newby of Clarkes in town a few days ting Mrs. Minnie Cars. . . The A. M. E. telling their parasongn style. Rev. Dantor, is very much de- der a short vacation. and Y. W. C. A. conch on Sunday, nt of the Y. M. Janest, presided, ne opening prayer rington David read of the seventh In the place wining the onearest tering talks. Rev. R. Kirk. vid and Jones. are rendered: Welcome for at the Founpell: 'The next meeting Cumberland church, ch. Uncertainty. Oddly: oe if the ideas could and stored away by But after all that um of the adven- you never low mental cupboard to find it full of At least there give zest to ex- Great ideas. story of Newton dis- aw of gravitation by of an object is true best. That is ne. The only for dawns eeter, in this here ?" Mr. we I gift i we I gift 'the seed, How a Chicagocoan Refused to Acquire an interest in Sears, Roebuck & Co. The story is told in Chicago business circles how a man whom Richard Sears, at that time head of Sears, Roebuck & Co., tried to induce to buy an interest in the firm, had declined to consider the proposition. The man, who had visited Mr. Sears in response to an ad in a Chicago paper, was shown the plant and was invited to buy into the concern, but declined. The next applicant in response to that ad for a man with capital, needed for enlargement of the business, was Julius Rosenwald, who, after examination of conditions and consideration of the possibilities of the mall order business, decided to buy an interest in the firm, whose head he is now, and which in a few years has become the source of his wealth, which is estimated at $50,000,000. Mr. Rosenwald was wise enough to look ahead, and Mr. Rosenwald continues to look ahead, and has invested in some of the best real estate in Chicago. It is to be wondered why more readers of this paper do not look ahead and invest in a home. A certain real estate company has a plan whereby you can make a small cash payment and your rent money will be home and by making your rent money buy you a will be looking ahead in the way of an investment and savings, and you will have free rent for old age. See Bartlett's ad on the last page of this issue.—12-19. NEWS OF THE SICK Mr. John Pochelin Falbure, 3349 Forest avenue, has been confined to his bed for several weeks with humbago. Miss Estella Bradley is still very sick at the hospital. Mrs. A. L. Jackson, who has been very ill for the past seven weeks is slowly improving. Her father, Silas G. Brown and aunt, Mrs. Hulaid Irvin of Xenla, Ohio, are here in attendance at her bedside. Mr. Mathews of 1307 W. 61st street, is reported better. Mrs. Mary Freeman, 4940 Wentworth avenue, is better and able to sit up. Mr. Beenbell B of La Fayette avenue is very ill at Provident Hospital, having undergone an operation for appendicitis. Mr. Bell is a member of Garden City Lodge, A. R. & A. M. Mr. Jesse Flemming, 2500 Federal street, who has been ill several weeks, is reported convalescent. Mrs. Odie Gordon of Rhodes avenue, is very ill. Mrs. Gordon is a member of Alma Temple S. M. T. Mrs. Hattie Sawyer, State Grand Princess of the S. M. T., is ill at her home, 5626 Lafayette avenue. MRS. HENRY JONES IN BOSTON. Where is she gone? No one knew until the ever alert Defender Reporter got on her trail. Neighbors saw six or seven trunks loaded into an auto van and drive off to the northward. Then came telephone calls to the Defender to know her whereabouts. We found the lady high and dry in a back bay hotel getting ready to enter into the M. A. activities that is about to dawn. We saw Jones riding in the subway when seen by your correspondent, and she says she would return to the Windy City about October 20th. MOBILE, ALA. Ry W. C. Sample Mobile, Ala., Sept. 11.—Mrs. Dister Williams who has for a number of years kept a restaurant on North Royal street, has left the city and has gone to Birmingham, Ala., where she will make her home. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Charles Chase of New Orleans, La., spent a lonely day in the city and were entertained at a dinner party by Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Sample. Mrs. La Tarrant of 250 St. Michel street left the city for Big Hour, Ala., where she will spend a few weeks visiting relatives and friends. Miss Grature Jones left the city for Camden, Ala., where she will teach school. * * * Mr. and Mrs L. D. Harsh left this week to spend a few weeks in Chicago with friends and relatives, after which they will go to Milwaukee. Wis. * * * The delegates to the National Baptist convention from Mobile, Ala., which is being held in Philadelphia, Pa., are: Rev C. L. L Fisher, Rev J. S. Tate, Rev Dr. C. K. Johnson and wife, Rev C. H. Cawford, Rev C. S. English, Rev K. D. Walkins, Rev H. D. Parkes, Mrs. Alace Johnson. * * * The death of Mrs. Camelle-Brazil Smith, the wife of Mr. Arthur I. Smith of 1960 State street, was a shock to her friends and family. After a long illness she had begun to injnprove. She died Sept. 3 at 11:40 a.m. Funeral services were held at the Franklin Street Baptist Church where she had been a faithful member. Rev C. L. Fisher, D. D., officiated. Many floral designs were sent by sympathizing friends of the family. Her remains were laid to rest in a vault in Magnolia cemetery. She leaves to mourn her loss a devoted husband and mother and father, two little daughters, two sisters and a host of friends. Noted Kentucky Educator Spends Part of Vacation in Chicago—Pays Defender a Visit. Prof. W. H. Mayo, principal of the Frankfort High school of Frankfort, Ky., was in the city while on a vacation trip. He attended the Masoni grand lodge at Somerset, Ky., visited Columbus, O., Niagara Falls, Detroit, Ann Arbor and Chicago. While here he was the guest of Mr. C. Wilson. Here he met a number of his friends—Major R. J. Jackson, Dr. C. E. Bentley, Cary B. Lewis, J. W. and R. E. Moore, and others. From here he went to Indianapolis and was the guest of Mrs. C. Lucy Van Dyke. Prof. Mayo was much pleased with his trip. He visited the office of the Defender VALDOSTA, GA By John A. Purdie Valdosta, Ga., Sept. 11.—Mr. John Dockett spent Sunday in Quiltman, Ga., with his brother, A. B. Dockett* * . . . Mr. Samuel Forest has returned home from Moultire, Ga. * . . . Mr. J. S. Galdem spent Sunday in Quiltman, Ga., on business. * . . . on Teddy Levin. LOS ANGELES ORGANIZES OLD SETTLERS CLUB Purpose of Organization to Record and Give Publicity to Accomplishments of Afro-Americans in California. INDUCEMENTS ON COAST. Pullihan Company Makes Alluring Offers to Porters to Take up Real-dence—Thrify Find Many Good "Propositions." --- (Special to The Chicago Defender.) Los Angeles, Cal., Sept. 11.—An interesting meeting of Afro-Americans who have lived at least twenty-five years in the state of California was called recently at 1017 Eight Ninth street by the following pioneers: Cyrus Vena, Mrs. G. M. Warner, Mrs. Sylvia Martin and Mrs. A. Spiller-Alexander. Plans were formed to organize a club of those Californians whose purpose shall be to keep track of the progress of the race in this state. Such a club would be in a position to furnish valuable information to the state of race accomplishment on the Pacific Coast and to members having resided in California for more than a quarter of a century have watched the occasional bowling in of Afro-American people into this state and are familiar with their struggles and remarkable advancement, writes Eloise Bibb Thompson in the Los Angeles Tribune. Afro-Americans came to Los Angeles—few in number at first—as early as 1849. The inflow has been gradual, increasing within the last five years. In the beginning gold-seeking influenced the free black emigrant who came to California for the purpose of prospecting. Discharged soldiers from the Ninth and Tenth calvary and the Twenty-fourth and Twenty-fifth infantry were in the West in the Indian campaign in 1872-80. After the expiration of their terms of service, being charmed with the mildness of ciliates, bringing in wages were extraordinarily good in California, they took up their abode in the state and eventually induced their relatives back East to do the same. Others came out in crews to Los Angeles, all of which employed race help, paying them $50 a month and room and board. Pullman Company's Offer. Another inducement to a residence in California was offered to the porters by the Pullman company, which paid $40 a month for a run from Los Angeles to Coolidge, N. M., whereas only $10 a month was paid for an eastern trip. The citrus fruit industry was another motive for migration. Because of the Afro-American's knowledge of English and his experience in agriculture he was preferred to Chinese labor in the planting of trees and the digging of irrigation ditches, etc. Back in the '80s the majority of Afro-American emigrants came from Texas, but during the past five years they come to California from every Southern state in the Union and settled in counties like Elmsworth and Abilin, in tracts like the Furlong Home tract, in the Central avenue section and in Thirty-fifth and Thirty-six streets and places. Government claims also have attracted Afro-Americans to California, as many as 20,000 acres having been claimed by them in Victorville during the last four years. When the Afro-American settled in California he came in contact with a remarkable people, a cosmopolitan group, containing for the most part some of the best minds from the Middle West, who determined to profit by experiences gained in other states and make California the ideal state of the Union. An energetic, daring, progressive, consumed by two emotions—the love of adventure and the lie in her future prosperity; confident that gold lay concealed in her bosom either in the mines or to be secured by real estate values. "Proposition" Frequent Word. Almost every second word a Californian uses is "proposition." Most of his thoughts are filled with the consideration of land, the offering of his goods for sale, the bartering of his possessions for a better investment. You can say: Everything I hate is for the better my word proposition has entered also into the Afro-American's vocabulary. He may not always pronounce it correctly, but he has caught its meaning, and more times than not profited by the Californian's method of traffic. Booker T. Washington has said in his book entitled "The Negro in Business," "Members of my race have yet to learn the true value and meaning of money, and the freedom that it buys." This cannot be said of the Californiaian who is daily profiting by contact with an opulent people, many of whom have wrenched success from the land about them. The environment of California has developed the latent thrift and self-sacrifice in her Afro-American citizens; has indeed created in them a thirst for wealth, the majority of whom eagerly watch the majority of whom state and rejoice when give corporate benefits their capital in her cities. The Afro-American has profited by the white man's confidence in the growth of California and has acquired real estate that has increased in value. While the black Californiaian has been absorbing the atmosphere of financial aspiration he also has been observing the humanitarianism, for the most part, of the broad westerner, and the innate philanthropy that exists in every black man, "often sleeping, but never dead," has gradually been unfolded and has flowered into the erection of charitable institutions in this state that he himself both maintains and controls. Few Criminals Here. There are few delinquents and few criminals among the estimated 20,000 Afro-American people of Los Angeles and vicinity, a statement sustained by the following facts issued from the Los Angeles county charities, the Los Angeles county jail and state prisons. Number of Colored families assisted during the year 1913 by the Los Angeles county charities, thirteen. Number of Colored children declared dependent by the juvenile court for whom the county paid board and care, seven. Number of Colored children paid for in orphans' homes, none. Number of Negroes out of the 275 inmers at present in the Number of Negroes out of the fifty-five prisoners sent from July 1, 1913, to July 1, 1914, to Folsom state prison from Los Angeles county, four. Number of Negroes out of the 173 prisoners sent from July 1, 1913, to July 1, 1914, to San Quentin prison from Los Angeles county, nine. Truly the Afro-American owes a debt of gratitude to California, whose broad-minded principles of municipal government have permitted him to grow. We can readily believe that the great prosperity that is universally expected because of the Panama Canal will indeed be realized, for California has "fulfilled the royal law and will do well." LEXINGTON MO Lexington, Mo. Sept. 1.—The respectable men of this city have organized a club to rid the city of undesirable men and women and protect the women of the race from the vances of the low element of other races. Too often encouraged and abetted by the undesirables first mentioned, conditions have become unearnable and a stop must be put to it. All citizens, both men and women, are invited to attend these meetings at the Second Baptist church every Tuesday night. * * * The Dixie Jubilee Singers of Chicago certainly made a hit at Zion A. M. E. church last Tuesday night. As a harmonious company they have no equal. Miss Alice Freeman, a Lexington girl, was the accompanist and she is an artist of merit. A large audience composed of both races attended the concert. * * * All matter for publication in this column should be sent to J. H. Arnold, agent and correspondent. The Defender will be delivered by him every week at 5 cents per copy. * * * The funeral of Wm. Lindsay, the funeral pitcher, who died in Chicago, was held at the Second Baptist church, Sunday, at 2 o'clock, by Rev. Thrikles. The deceased professed a hope in Christ before departing this life. He leaves his friends, the sisters, a mother and a host of friends to mourn his loss. Interment in N. Cemetery. * * * The basket meeting at St. John's M. E. church, Sunday Sept. 6, was a success and drew a large crowd. Rev. W. B. Brooks of the A. M. E. church delivered a powerful sermon at 3 p. m. The amount raised during the day has not yet been reported. The church is trying to raise $200 for special needs. * * * Miss Bertha Meyers left Sunday morning to spend two weeks in Kansas City. Mo. It has been reported that she will be married before returning home. She is a daughter of John Meyers and a very charming young lady. CLEVELAND OHIO Cleveland, O. Sept. 11. The following named pro-Americans were recently nominated as Republican candidates for presiding committee: Charles Weaver, Thomas M. Hewning; J. Stewart, John Redd K. Hewning; Milton Crawford and John M. Clifford. The last named is a brother of Mr. William Clifford, formerly state representative, but now in the pension department at Washington. . . Miss Carrie Crawford and Mrs. Anna'Non had taken their out-of-town guests at their party given last week. Wednesday day evening, Mr. Elliott Sprague of Rochester, N. Y.; Mr. Alonzo Green and Macio Dixon of Wilberforce, O. and Dr. C. H. Gray of Buffalo, Dr. Gray is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Crawford, 9105 Blaine avenue ... Ezekiel and Red Cross Commanderies, Knights Templar, are planning to consolidate under the name of Immunal Commandery. It is said that St. John's and Keystone Chapters are to do likewise. The consolidations will form strong organizations. . . . Mrs. Phil S. Dennite of 2285 East 90th street, went to Geneva Monday to take her little guest, Miss Dorothy La Force, to school. She has accompanied by Mrs. Wallace Bolden of East 33th street. . . . Mrs. Andrew Ezekiel, who has been the guest of Mrs. Cisco Scholem, Chicago the past six months, returned home last week, praising most highly the vitality of Chicago people. . . . Mr. Edgar Moore and Miss Elizabeth Towles, two of our most prominent young people, were married the past week by Rev. Charles Bundy. . . . The young ladies of the T. R. C. club of St. Andrew's church gave a very pleasant dancing party at Waldo hall on Hough avenue last Monday afternoon. . . . Rev. Charles Bundy, Editor Armand A. Forte of The Advocate, and Mr. George Sutton addressed a large audience at St. John's A. M. E church last Sunday evening on the present European war, its causes and its effects on Liberia and other countries and Christianity. . . . The remains of Mrs. Evelyn Fitzsimmons Worcester formerly of Chicago, were placed in the vault at Lake View cemetery. Unkind Comment. "See, darling," and Mrs. Justwed held up for her husband's gaze three mirrors arranged so as to give as many reflections. "I can get a triple view of myself!" the man struggled her brute of a man, struggling with his collar. "You seem to be quite popular with yourself."-Judge's Quarterly. Puzzled Letter Writer Letter writing at the big desk had its fascination for my little five-year-old visitor. After carefully inscribing a missive to a maiden aunt, the addressing of the envelope was a problem which caused her to pause and ask: "How do you spell Mrs. that ain't married?" -Chicago Tribune. How Linoleum Kills Germs German scientists have discovered that disease germs quickly die when they come in contact with the ordinary floor covering known as linoleum. This is thought to be due to the disinfectant properties of linseed oil which is found in linoleum in large quantities. Curious Astigmatism A London reporter has been exploiting American tourists who see London in a day. It is still more interesting to reflect that a lot of these rushing people, although right at home in the city, do not see New York in a lifetime. Ocean Cable Figures It takes three seconds for a cable message to cross the Atlantic from England. Cable costs about one thousand dollars a mile to lay and the tal amount laid at the bottom of the sea represents a value of $260,000,000. Test for Prospective Father. No man has any - business to get married until he can listen to a crying baby without things that it look wint. Nems of the Churches St. Mary's A. M. E. Church. Services 10:45 a.m. 3 p. m.; 7:45 p. m. Sunday School 1:30. Christian Endeavor 6:45 p. m. At 10:45 a. m. the pastor will preach 3 p. m. Sunday, is Woman's Day, Mrs. Delta Carey will preach and Mrs. Mary Robinson will sing. The pastor will preach his farewell sermon at 7:45 p. m. The pastor is collecting his dollars and is asking every member and friend to help him. St. Luke M. E. Church Sunday morning at 10:45 the District Superintendent, Dr. G. R. Bryant, will speak. The communion service will be held at 3 o'clock, at which hour Rev. J. W. Robinson will preach. The district superintendent will also speak at the evening service. You are cordially invited to attend these services next Sunday. Quarterly Conference will be held Monday evening, the 14th, all officers and members of the church are requested to be present. The Ladies' Aid, the most progressive of the church, is ready to make a report of its share of the responsibilities of the church. Come early and secure a seat as we expect to have the membership of St. Mark and Fulton Street, and other churches with us. Armour Avenue Christian Church. The services Sunday were of an inspiring and encouraging nature. The financial effort came to a close very successfully. The collection for the day was $212.11. The financial groups of the church worked faithfully and achieved success. The pastor preached morning and evening. At 3 p. m. the Rev. Cars of Watters A. M. E. Z. Church carried a very uplifting and soul-stirring season. The message which he brought to the church was timely. The gospel choir furnished the music for the afternoon service and under the direction of Mrs. Ellott, was soul stirring. The church was greatly stirred by those who came to help us in our work and a glad welcome awaits their return. Hope Presbyterian Church After several weeks of absence the pastor, Rev. C. Lee Jefferson, returned from Cleveland, where he spent his vacation and occupied his pulpit on Sunday. His loyal congregation and friends were out in force to encourage him by their presence and listen to his timely sermons. The church has begun its fall work with many new plans for expansion, and bright prospects for the future. The Sabbath school has been reorganized to have a greater efficiency. The tent meetings which been carried on for three weeks by Evangelist Grusenheimer closed lasu week. Shiloh Baptist Church Shiloh Baptist Church regular services every Sunday at 11 a.m. 8 p.m. Sunday School 1 p. m. Young Men's meeting 7 p. m. and prayer service Wednesday evening. Teachers' Board Friday evenings. Bethel Church Notes Invitations are out for the burning of the mortgage Tuesday evening, September 22. The Thanksgiving services will be held Sunday, 20th, at which time Rev. R. C. Rausun, D. D., a former pastor, will deliver the Thanksgiving sermon. Tomorrow Dr. Smythe will preach the closing sermon of the year. At 6 o'clock in the morning the prayer meeting will be held, followed by a baptismal service. All persons to be baptized by sprinkling and immersion are expected to be present. Any member who has not yet paid Dollar Money is asked to do so today. Quinn Chapel. The pastor preached last Sunday morning and evening and large congregations were present at both services. This Sunday the 13th, is the last before conference which convenes Wednesday, 16th, at St. Stephen's Church on the west side. Sunday morning the pastor will preach his closing sermon for the year and at night. Rpv. J. Frank McDonald, D. D., LL.D. D, Ph. D., editor Western Christian Recorder, Kansas City, Mo., will preach. Dr. McDonald is one of the church. The annual report is to be announced. A harvest home festival will be given Monday night and besides a high talented musical and literary program there will be a prize drill contest between the Boy Scouts No. 1 under Major Horde, V. S., the Girl's Drill Corps of Quinn Chapel under Mrs. Florence Robinson. Members and friends are urged to bring their Dollar Money. ST. JOHN A. M'E. CHURCH ST. JOHN A. M. E. CHURCH. These are anxious moments in St. John. Perhaps if other churches were asked how stands the case now, they too would answer in a similar tune. But while this is true now, after Sunday, Sept. 15, some shall have left this company and joined the members of a more perfect chorus. In this number St. John's members say their church must and will be found. To the end that this might be accomplished (and we are sure that it will be) each of them will be friends of this church who loves its pastor and people and who are interested in its welfare are most urgently requested to pay their dollar money this Sunday, which is the last Sabbath before conference, only two days intervening, Monday and Tuesday, Wednesday the 16th, conference convenes. Most assuredly everybody in and around and about St. John is going to seize this opportunity in which to evidence their highest appreciation for the herculean tasks undertaken and accomplished by this noble pastor and working people. THE INSTITUTIONAL CHURCH. Tomorrow will witness the closing days of Dr. Carey's five year's pastorate of the Institutional Church. And it is assuredly not amiss to say that these have been the most successful five years in the history of this church. Four hundred (467) new members have been added, the congregation largely increased, the order of worship highly improved and much accomplished in a material way. Space will not permit, us to enumerate all, but a few things we mention to give a slight idea. First of all the entire building, including the chapelroom, library room, Amnet Chapelroom, pastor's study, pastor's office, day nursery, secretary's office, bishop's room, kitchen, dining room, etc were devoted to furnish Hardy. fice, etc. A new steam-heating pro- cessing $1,500, chairs for chair and hall worth $400, a handsome pul- suit, more than $500 expended in re- pair of organ and similar in re- pair of roof. Fully $5,000 in im- provements and repairs have been made during the five years of Dr. Carey's administration. Sunday at 8 a.m. Carey will presch his "fare- well, sermon." Monday evening at 8 o'clock all will enjoy a membership supper at which the entire church membership will sit down. There will be four divisions. One division consisting of members who joined during Dr. Ransom's administration. Dr. Ransom himself is expected to be present and will attend with these. Another division will consist of those who joined during Dr. Stewart's administration. Dr. Stewart is expected to sit with these. Another still of those who joined since Dr. Caray came, the present pastor will sit with these. Dr. Townson, who has been translated, will be remembered and a number of those who came into the church during his pastorate will be seated at this table. Every member is expected to be present and friends are cordially invited. Where Was Wales? Spencer Leigh Hughes, M. P. tess of the following amusing experience: He was once passing the new war office building in Whitehall when his companion, a Scotchman, pointing to the emblematic devices engraved on the door, indicated the Scotch thistle, the English lion, and the Irish hirp. "Where is the emblem of Wale?" asked his friend. "Oh," Mr. Hughes replied. "I expect there is a leak in the roof." She Asks Top Math. When a woman goes away to speed Sunday, if she would give her husband directions concerning the fourteen or fifteen most important things that ought to be done around the house in her absence, instead of concerning the whole fifty-seven, he would stand more chance of remembering at least some of 'em.—Houston Post. Noninterference In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, nor does it comport with our policy so to do. It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we result injuries or make preparation for our defense.—James Monroe. Four Greatest Ports The four greatest ports are New York, Hamburg, London and Liverpool. The figures for these four ports in foreign commerce, exports and imports, are as follows: New York, $1,966,226,618; Hamburg, $1,964,779-855; London, $1,866,930,782; Liverpool, $1,816,98. A Woman's Last Request. The will of a woman, who died in London recently, contains the request that her age should not be put upon her tombstone. Office Phone: Res. 5131 So. Walsh Ave Oakland 4662, Auto. 73-058 Phone Dial: 6815 Dr. Theo. R. Mozee DENTIST 4709 SO. STATE STREET CHICAGO Hours 9 A.M. to 5 P.M., 7 P.M. to 9 P.M. Sundays by Appointment. SPARKS' BIG STORY CONTEST THE GREEN'S MYSTERY $25 FIRST PRIZE $15 SECOND PRIZE For conditions see September Number of Sparks. C. L. FISHER, Editor. 256 N. Franklin St., MOBILE, ALA. Mme. Willie M. 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Jumps with Groceries, Ice Cream, Laundry Agency in Connection. --- **Adriatic coast; extension of Australian influence through the Balkan Peninsula.** **Complete unification of Austria, Hungary, Bosnia, Serbia, Herzegovina, Montenegro and Albania into a strong federal government.** Great Britain Wants—Complete naval supremacy in all the waters of Europe; preservation of the integrity of Belgium and Holland; curtailment of Germanic power in Asia and Africa; practical annihilation of German carrying trade in the Atlantic and Pacific; Germanic Herzegovina and Albania, giving long coveted Servian outlet on the Adriatic; formation of a great pan-Slavic empire with Roumania, Bulgaria and Montenegro; ultimate conquest of Turkey-in-Europe and the partition of Macedonia. Russia Wants—Didomatic and militarized army in Turkey to open the Bosporus and the Dardanelles to Russian traffic; expulsion of Austria from any part of the Adriatic; destruction of German naval superiority in the Baltic and North seas, and the Mediterranean; Russian sovereignty over a pan-Slavic Balkan empire. These are the wants of the six great powers now at war. Italy, Turkey and Greece may come in for the following: Italy Wants—Preservation of its European holdings and freedom from foreign interference in the control of Tripoli. Turkey Wants—A new alignment of the powers which will continue to make it dangerous for any one of them to drive Turkey out of Europe. Japan is active in keeping the "white peril" from getting a strong foothold in the Far East. In the meantime, the United States is neutral and stands as an advocate of peace. There is no doubt the same motive behind this move, i.e. gain. By being neutral the United States is free to take advantage of the opportunity to better establish itself in foreign commerce, which the warring powers must now neglect to a large extent. The moneyed interests of this country are now pleading neutrality and peace in this war for just the same reason that they advocated intervention and war in Mexico, i.e. gain—commercial, territorial or other. The whole thing is heart-sickening and shows clearly that man has not yet found that which raises him in principle much above the savage. The civilized and Christian powers of Europe are at each other's throats—each praying to the same God—praying for victory over their enemies and the winning side—whichever it be—will give the thanks to God. Each say with David (P. 141:4). "Blessed to P. Loud, my strength, to P. Loud, my hands to war, and my fingers to fight." [Note. Mr. W. H. Terrell is one of Chicago's leading real estate dealers at 3512 State street. He is president of Olivet Literary and a thorough student of affairs of the race. The article deserves to be read by every reader of the Defender.-Editor.] honor of Mrs. C. J. Carter, auditor of the A. U. K. D. A., of St. Louis, Mo. Attorney Richard Hill, formerly of Nashville, and Mrs. A. Penn of St. Louis. The table was beautifully decorated with the national flower and the delicious menu was served in courses. ATLANTA VISITORS ENTERTAINED Dr. and Mrs. A. G. Taylor of Atlanta, Gn. guests of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Valentine, were tendered a dinner at the latter's residence, 3142 Forest avenue, Monday night. The Valentines spread an elaborate dinner for their guests. Turkey was the main course of a menu that was delectable from caviar to dessert, and the service was par excellent. Among the guests were Dr. E. S. Miller and R. S. Abbott. After dinner talk reverted to Tom Payne. Tom Payne is well known in Chicago, but in Atlanta, where he now resides, he is known as the Colored Chinman, having a monopoly of the laundry business there. He has made the laundry business a science and is amassing a fortune from an exclusive Afro-American patronage. RT H. ROBERTS. J. for state Representative to arrive union of "righteous justifi- derer is particularly interested war because the causes of it direct bearing upon the state at he made in a recent paper dom" to the effect that "man greedy and murderous an- worsest in the whole animal and that their wars are for plunder, though declared protest of righteous indigna- poses." I will not permit me to go into of the real causes of the rrible conflict, but from an view of the complications rly come to the concluun is a selfish, greedy and animal as previously de germany is the center of the conft although the war started over es assassination of Archduke Ferdinand of Austria by a Servian. This assassination was not the real cause of the war but was merely an excuse to start it. The present German empire is only 43 years old, dating from the successful Prussian war of invasion of France in 1870-1 with the several German states, which previously were competitors, were now solidified into a strong empire. By the aggressive and progressive armies of the Bismarck, Germany came rapidly to a great power and to all indications showed that she would equal if not outdo the other powers of Europe in industry and commerce. protect herself, Germany created anny and navy that also threatened other powers of Europe, partici France and England. This ed the jealousy and envy (two / developed characteristics of ind) of the dominent powers, so instalt their position of supremacy combined to check Germany who was an excuse, which came no assassination of Archduke Ferdinand of Austria. The many complications that have developed have come to a head in the following, which proves beyond any reasonable doubt that the desire for power and plunder is the root of the whole thing. Ferdinand of Bulgaria is charged with having caused the crisis. It is like he revealed to Austria a bomb between the Bulgarian and Russian islands while Hungary was to be dismembered. Germany despoiled of territory, was to be done in 1917, by which Russia's war preparations would completed. other evidence of desire of power order is shown by the follow- Wants—French territory ulgers on foe north- a; militry suzer- d Belgium; mari- North Sea; a dominance in ean Sea, and the affairs of the last ship north ean Our Neigh- mes for downtown for- ats when they throw of your d most fashion- lived at the Lin- 3218 State placed there for any models of the fects in the new the unique Russian nure sailor with flat s and street and with ostrich hoestest in ERTAINS hrs. A. J. Jarrett, 30 South Park ountain, entertained 10 day, September 5, at the residen c of Mrs. W. H. n-Foster, 4206 Laughing lane in --- --- CURRENT EVENTS IN SOUTH BEND Interesting Gossip from the Famous Manufacturing of the State By J. Bridgeman. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER. AMERICA TO PRAY FOR DIVINE AID TO END STRIFE President Names Sunday, October 4th, as Day of Prayer for Peace Among the Warring Nations. Another Prayer for Twelve Million Souls Whose Crowning Virtue is Patience and a Belief in Prayer. Special to The Chicago Defender. Washington, Sept. 11—Seizing the psychological moment when preliminaries toward the institution of peace negotiations are under way, President Wilson today issued a proclamation fixing Sunday, Oct. 4, as a day for prayers for peace. By the President of the United States of America. A Proclamation. Whereas, great nations of the world have taken up arms against one another and war now draws millions of them, whom the counsel of statemen has not able to save from the terrible sacrifice. And whereas, in this, as in all things, it is our privilege and duty to seek counsel and succor of Almighty God, humbling ourselves before Him, confessing our weakness and our lack of any wisdom equal to these things; And whereas, it is the especial wish and loving of the people of the United States in prayer and counsel and all friendliness, to serve the cause of peace: Therefore, I, Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States of America, do designate Sunday, the fourth day of October next, a day of prayer and supplication, and do request all God-fearing persons to repair on that day to their places of worship, there to unite their petitions to Almighty God, that, overruling the old men, setting straight the things they want, taking pity on the nations now in the throes of conflict, in His mercy and goodness showing a way where men can see none. He vouchsafies His children healing peace again and restore once more that concord among men and nations without which there can be neither happiness, nor true friendship, nor any wholesome fruit of toil or thought in the world: praying also to this end that He forgive us our sins, our ignorance of His holy will, our incarceration and many errors, and lead us in the path of the places of vision and to thoughts and counsels that purge and make wise. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the United States to be affixed. Done at the city of Washington, this eighth day of September, in the year of our Lord, one thousand, nine hundred and fourteen, and of the Independence of the United States of America the one hundred and thirty WOODROW WILSON. With one accord the $9,000,000 of loyal citizens of the United States bend the knee on the day designated by the President and fervently will they petition the Almighty for peace instead of strife. From 12,000,000 of those souls, however, will go up another prayer. A prayer for guidance at all times to do the right amidst the strife of caste prejudice and injustice, a prayer that the same spirit of concern that prompted to cry for peace in the face of injustice will turn an ear to that ceaseless plea for simple right that the Almighty has already given them eyes to see. Prayer has ever been the hope of the race and the distinguished and learned President will learn that the wise Supreme Being will in due time answer this special plea as in due time He will right every wrong. A prayer to stop lynching, a prayer for equal opportunity and justice, a prayer for the higher regard for our womanhood, our last, but not least, a prayer for defense from the attack that is being conceived in the minds of the race haters, many of whom practice the rankest kind of treason when they even dare to call upon the name of God. Shops Had to Be Tagged Shops Had to Be Tagged. In the later Stuart times," says Macaulay, "the houses of London were not numbered, and there would, indeed, have been little advantage in numbering them, for of the coachmen, charmen, porters and errand boys of the city, a very small proportion could read. It was necessary to use marks which the most ignorant could understand. The shops were, therefore, distinguished by painted or sculptured signs, which gave a very gay and grotesque aspect to the streets. A Means of Approach Though I am not a smoker I like to carry matches in my pocket. One is always stable to be accosted on the body by some one in need of a light. To be by some one in need of luxury. It forms the basis for a momentary friendship.-Atlantic Monthly. Nominated Tuesday in the Primary for Member of State Central Committee, First Dist, Illinois. Nominated Tuesday in the Primary for Member of State Central Committee, First Dist. Illinois. on Tuesday evening. * * * Mrs. Maggie Arnett is on the sick list * * * Send all news and for information concerning The Chicago Defender, please call Mr. Jesse Bridgeman. Bell phone 58 * Home phone 2451 * * * For carrying baggage and crating of items, please call Mr. Robert Baldwin 2123 STRAWBERRIES GROW ON ICE Phenomenon to Be Observed on the Old "Oregon" Trail, Familiar to the Pioneers. On the old "Oregon" trail, with its historical associations, may be found one of nature's marvels, probably not duplicated in this country, at least. Near South Pass City, Wyo, is the Pacific spring, a beautiful spot, where the old freighters and emigrants frequently stopped for a few days after the long, arduous trip across the barren plains. Here they could rest and enjoy some of the almost forgotten luxuries of life. Pacific spring is 7,000 feet above sea level, and about, at the headwaters of the Oregon river, is a series of small valleys, when surrounded by the southern extremity of the Wind River mountains. On the north side of the hills is what is locally called a "nat," where the grass grow in green luxuriance. In this tall prairie grass was found the tiny red wild strawberry. This does not seem marvelous in the warm sunshine. But take a spade and remove the turf, and solid cakes of ice are found at a depth of often less than a foot. The reason for this is quite simple. The warm sunshine sunshine melts the snow which runs down the mountain and goes on until late summer and fall, when the little streams of water freeze at night! As the warmth of the sun at this season touches only the top of the mountain, the little stream soon becomes solid ice. By the action of the elements and washing of earth down the mountain, a deposit of soil is made on this ice, which, when the summer rotis around once more, springs into fresh, green life. There few hours of sunshine which reaches the spot each day suffice to ripen the strawberries, but cannot melt the ice beneath them or warm the soil below the roots of these brave volunteers. Sulido Adelheid Roe A curious letter from a physician was read in the Paris courts at the hearing of a case in which Pierre Juvin and Jean Jallard, chemists, were charged with the illegal sale of certain narcotics. The letter in question, which was signed by Doctor Gaudin, stated that the writer had treated Mme. Delvigne-Dambicourt, in an effort to cure her of the drug habit. After her use of morphine and cocaine had been completely stopped, Doctor Gaudin made out for her a prescription into the composition of which black drops (vinegar of opium) entered. The letter concluded with the following curious sentence: "vinegar" should be renewed according to the needs of Mme. Delvigne-Dambicourt, and I advise her to continue with it, since she finds it suits her, or if not, to have recourse to absinthe or to suicide, which in, after all, the best way to escape from all the manias and miseries of existence." It was this letter which Mr. Juvin advanced as his excuse for having supplied Mine. Delvigne-Dambourc with black drops. The court, however, or worse, tears. Juvin and Julliard to pay a fine of 500 francs each—Paris Herald. Nothing Like a Dictionary "Father," said his son, looking up from a book with a puzzled expression on his face, "what is pride?" "Pride," returned the father, "pride! Why—a-oh, surely you know what pride is. A sort of being stuck-up, a well-proud, you know, just get the dictionary; that's the thing to tell you exactly what it is. There nothing like a dictionary, Johnny." "Here it is," said the latter, after an exhausting search. "Pride—being proud." "Um—yes, that's it," replied the father. "But—" "But, look at 'proud.' That's the way, you have got to hunt these things out, my lad." "I've got it," answered Johnny. "Pre-pro—why." "What does it say?" "Proud—having pride." "That's it! There you are, as clear as day. I tell you, Johnny, there is nothing like a good dictionary when you are young. Take care of the bindings, my son, as you put it back." Files and Fire. Fire loss in the United States last year amounted to about $200,000,000. At least 80 per cent of this destruction, judged by European standards, was needless. All of it was a dead loss to the community, for fire insurance merely distributes the burden. During the same period fires caused disease which inflicted a money loss on the country estimated at $157,000,000. The life cost of these two agencies of destruction is beyond exact computation. Fires caused most of the typhoon much of the bowel disorders of children and infanticide paralysis known. Through these fires, the buzzing pests are responsible, many deaths each year. Fire takes a toll variously estimated, but the figures seldom are lower than 1,000 lives per annum. Plainly, war is not the only needless waste in the world. Fires and fire have their part. Fortunately, they are easier to abolish than the "war lords," who keep Europe an armed camp—Chicago Journal. Poker Kills $1,000 Whale Poker Kills $1,000 Whale. The crew the oil steamer California brought to the ocean tree rest because they had captured a whale and found ambergirs worth $1,000. A school of playful whales followed the vessel up the coast, and, having nothing else to do the crew tried to capture one bull in the wake of the ship. There was no harpoon aboard, so they fashioned one out of the stoker's poker that resembled a crowbair. After many attempts they landed a bull. When the stern of the carcass was hauled the sight of ambergirs almost caused a fight as to division of the money.—Boston Globe. He's Got the Habib A Jamestown man participated in the go-to-church-Sunday movement a week ago, and he liked it so well that he told Fred Cook of the Optimist: "I can hardly wait for the second Sunday in February, 15, to come." Kansas City Star. A Friendly Suggestion. "I can drink or let it alone." "Why don't you var our performance occasionally?" "How?" MAJOR R. R. JACKSON. Nominated Tuesday for Re-election and Dis 1910 Nominated Tuesday for Re-election as State Representative from the Third District. PEOPLE FAIL TO PROTEST AGAINST POLICE OUTRAGE "Shooting Up" of House at 3800 State Street Recently Only Nine Days' Wonder—Present Generation Lacks Backbone—Never Seek Redress for Wrongs. What's the matter with the young Afro-Americans of Chicago? Are they less concerned about the wrongs heaped upon the race than their parents were or do they lack the backbone to protest and seek redress? Three weeks ago the police in a hunt for a lone criminal "shot up" a house at 3800 State street and endangered many lives unnecessarily. The affair was the sensation of the bound, the people concerned were Afro-Americans. The daily newspapers gave the police all the credit and their interest was ended. For a while the people were loud in their denunciation of the police, but it was all talk. No protest has been made to the chief of police or to the mayor. The earnest spirits like the late John G. Jones are no more. He at least would have held an "indignation" against him. In B. Welles-Barrant, tired of being a member of one along the same line, has found then ways to exercise her ideas of right. This case is only the extreme of hundreds that occur daily in Chicago, where the citizens of high and low degree are subjected to all sorts of abuses and discrimination, but there is none to take up the fight. What's the answer over with our young men and women? Have they lost their backbone? THE BLUE GRASS STATE Home of Beautiful Women, Fast Horses and Fine Spirits Brought Into the Limelight. By Hardin Talbert. (Special to the Chicago Defender) Frankfort, Ky. Sept. 11.—One of the most prominent and successful Afro-American contractors and builders of the South is Mr. Thomas L. Brooks of Frankfort, Ky. Mr. Brooks is a native of Virginia, but has spent the greater part of his life in Kentucky, having lived in Frankfort for over 23 years. He has been in Frankfort he has had a long and marked Some of the most beautiful and edifices, scattered all over the "Capital City," and with values running up into the thousands, are the products of his brain and skill. And, it can also be truthfully stated that fully 50 per cent of his work has been for white people, and against the sharp opposition of white competitors, over one-half of the residences of the celebrated Watson Court—the home of the author and hand-some white section of Frankfort—built by him. The Columbia theater a $1,500 structure, and the leading and most attractive picture theater of the city is also his work. The Auditorium and the Trade building of the Kentucky Normal and Industrial institute, which were erected at a cost of $3,000, were also contracted and built by him, and it is an object of pride that both of its built objects are pride of the stone buildings were built exclusively Odd Fellows building. The $10,000 colored Odd Fellows building the $25,000 colored Baptist house and erected under his supervision. Mr. Brooks has a high standing of Frankfort; has accumulated much valuable as well as most his esteem by both races, and is easy one of the most popular men in the Capital City. Mr. Brooks takes high rank at Mr. Church, being one of the most prominent Baptist laymen in the city. He has been a superintendent for superintendent a supervisor for 16 years, a deacon for four years, a church clerk for over four years. He is also a prominent secret society man. He has been secretary of the Capital City lodge of Odd Fellows for 24 years; has been frequently a delegate to the B. M. C., and has served his state most acceptably as grand master. He was the pioneer advocate of maternal insurance in Kentucky, and was a close friend and same to the Kentucky grand lodge of Odd Fellows, over 22 years ago. This is the first record of any suggestion or attempt at endowment in any, colored grand lodge in Kentucky. He also holds high official position in the Masons, Knights of Pythias, the United Brothers of Friendship, and also a member of the Union Benefice society, and the Mossico Templars of America. Of affable temperament, and with high Christian character, and with an innate interest in the welfare and social interests in the people, he takes both rallr as a public spirited citizen and as conservative and courageous leader if his race. For the first time in the history of Kentucky, an organization known as the Fraternal Congress, will be held in Louisville, Georgia. The Louisville news has this week announced the date of the event. 1914. State Representative from the Third District. fraternal congress composed of representatives from all the fraternal organizations in the state of Kentucky. Dr. E. E. Underwood, supreme keeper of record and seals, of the Knights of Pythias, is responsible in a measure for this very important meeting. During the recent legislature quite a number of bills were introduced and it was by strenuous work that they were defeated. It is not known by many persons in the state that a number of meetings of the officers of all the grand lodges were held in Frankfort; that an coronary was employed in order to illuminate what they were about to be enacted. It is known that someone will keep an eye on bills that are launched in Frankfort; also of the city ordinances that are being constantly enacted. Mrs. Emma Tinsley Morris, a Christian and respectable pioneer citizen, after five decades. Since a small girl she united herself with the church and had lived a Christian and upright life and was willing to answer the Macdonald call of the lowly Nazarez. Mrs. and made a host of friends during her time at school, visitant stations around her bedside during the long months of her illness and those stauchn friends who followed the remains from the church to the last resting place on earth. Where they saw the oozing clay spread over the casket and the green grass, sweet flowers and ferns to grow as the last autumn season passes. She left to mourn her remains. Mrs. Laura B. was beloved, beloved daughter, was at her bedside at beck, ready and willing to do everything in her power. If I. k. 725 even to give up her own blood for the sake of her mother's life to be longer on earth she was willing. This was one of the most remarkable cases for a young woman and too much praise cannot be thrust upon a worthy person like Mrs. Morgan. The funeral was conducted at the First Baptist church, at 4 o'clock, Sunday afternoon, Rev. A. c Silway, D. A. large friends were present and a sympathetic cemetery And one of the most handsome caskets that has ever been purchased among colored people at T. K. Robbs' establishment. A couch casket, with purple pink silk lining, in which lay the corpse, dressed in white messaline silk, who looked as natural as life, with the designs of roses and chrysanthemums and many other pretty designs, which bore tokens of her many toes in the White. The body was laid to rest in the White balloons were Messrs. William Adams, James Hall, Ernest Russell, Thomas Parker, George Aunsting and William Taylor. Men at Famous Downtown, Hotel See Bright Days for Coming Season—Checker Contest Today. "The boys" at the Palmer House are all unites these days. The change of the weather on the week brought in many new cheerful Anderson of the cake was very "spry" on Wednesday when seen by a Defender reporter. He said that in the cake they could, feed more people in shorter time than any cake in the country. William Jones, second waiter in the dining room, was jubilant over the prospects for the comeback. He said the "Palmer House could take the place of the Paris hotels trip point of service and style." Robert Davis, the hat man, who is said to have the best memory in the business, said no more ball games for him; he was down to business now. By the way, have you seen his new girl? J. Lewis, the head carver, and his knives sharpened and is ready for his Palmer. House has the best chester players in the city, it is said. Among them are J. Lewis, J. Scott, E. McGhee, J. Greer, A. Suttles, J. Jordan and Buckner of the Defender, who are ready to meet all comers. This afternoon the first big chester check of the season takes place. The results of the games will be reported in next week's Defender. Daily Thought. The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts, therefore guard accordingly.—Marcus Aureus. 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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. 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 growth 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 7033 Calls promptly answered. Chapel in connection. All work guaranteed. Dur prices the lowest. 1210 W. 63rd St., CHICAGO TRY IT! Prescription "100" for Kidney, Bladder and all Urinary Troubles Do You Want to be Beautiful? USE IVORE CRÉME It Removes Tan, Freckles, Blotches and Positively Lightens the Complexion FOR SALE AT LaBastide's Cut Rate Drug Store 3702 South State Street Telephone your order, we deliver to any part of the city DOUGLAS 616 and 617 AUTOMATIC 71-874 ONE PRICED DENTISTS High Class Sanitary Office. High Class Work, Classified by Yale. Established 1892. Examination Free. GOLD CROWNS. BORN TO DRAWNS....} $3 BRIDGEWORK, Pur Toolkit. SILVER FILLINGS.....$96 Boston Dental Pardors New States Theatre Bldg. 2607 SOUTH STATE STREET Open Evenings and Sundays Phones Douglas 4047 T. PARKER Phone December 154 Arbo. 29-297 SPECIAL EXPRESS BAGGAGEMAN Moving and Storage-Quick Service Trucks to and from all depots or transferred to all parts of the city. Coal by bag or ton. Wood and lumber on sale. 3302 WABASH AVENUE Maine Oakland-2400 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLIMERY Foothills Cleaned, Dyed and Cured HAWG BLOCKED 4766 State St. • CHICAGO PHONE DOUGLAS 5120 EYE, EAR, NOSE and THROAT Spencer C. Dickerson M. D. "SCIENTIFIC REFRACTION" 11 S. State St. BAPTISTS SHOW GREAT PROGRESS IN CALIFORNIA Western Baptist Association and Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society Hear Gratifying Reports at Twenty-third Annual Meeting. $100,000 FOR MISSIONS Denomination Carrying on Missionary Work in Five Foreign Countries 80,000 Baptists Worship in 1,300 Churches. By Eloise Bibb Thompson. And twenty-third annual session of the Western Baptist Association and the Women's Home and Foreign Mission Society met in Riverside a month ago to elect a delegate being present from all portions of the convention, which was held for a period of four days in the Second Baptist Church, Twelfth and Howard streets, was presided over by the Rev. C. H. Anderson, pastor of the New Hope Baptist Church of Los Angeles. The reports from the various churches and missionary societies, both home and foreign, were most gratifying and the devotional services which opened the morning and afternoon sessions were attended by a large gathering of people from Riverside and surrounding towns. The annual session preached by the moderator, the Rev. C. H. Anderson, was typical of the man himself, who cited some of his rare experiences prophesied a future prosperity for his race, in the state of California. The first evening session was addressed by the Rev. D. G. Holt, pastor of the First Baptist Church (white) of Riverside, who brought greetings to the convention from the local ministers' federation. The Rev. J. T. Hill of Los Angeles, in behalf of the convention, expressed appreciation for the welcome tendered by Dr. Holt in words both eloquent and appropriate. Mayor Welcome Delegates. Oscar Ford, mayor of Riverside, on behalf of the city welcomed the delegates to their midst. A splendid response was given by C. A. Jones, a local attorney, who assured the mayor that the Baptist association was in Riverside for the sole purpose of enhancing the spiritu' interest of the Afro-American people of California, and that he could rest, assured that no member of the convention would do anything for which the city of Riverside would be ashamed. The doctrinal sermon was then preached by the Rev. W. D. Hardman, pastor of the Second Baptist Church of Riverside. S. P. Johnson, secretary of the international labor union and organizer of the Los Angeles labor organization, offered a letter of appreciation being sent to the editor of the Los Angeles Tribuna for the kind consideration given the Afro-American people by allowing them space in the Sunday papers. Many Addresses Made. The remaining evening sessions were addressed by the following ministers and missionaries: The Rev. Alfred C. Williams, pastor of the Providence Institutional Church of Los Angeles; the Rev. Peter E. Robinson of Mount Zion Church, San Diego; the Rev. J. B. Gordon of Tabernacle Church, Los Angeles; the Rev. A. Rozler, Los Angeles; the Rev. J. I. McCoy, Second Baptist Church, Los Angeles; the Rev. N. Ridley, San Francisco; the Rev. W. A. Mitchell, San Diego, who was designated as the founder of the Western Baptist Association; Mrs. Lucy Hardman, Riverside; Mrs. I. H. Ford, Pasadena; Mrs. J. Williams, Los Angeles; Mrs. Reynolda, Pasadena; Mrs. Rosa White, Barbary, Mrs. B. Conway, Santa Barbara; Mrs. E. Brooks, San Diego; Mrs. M. E. Andrew, Bernardino; Mrs. E. O. Solomon, Reseda; Mrs. H. Dent, called the mother of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, Pasadena, and Mrs. S. B. Strickland, president of the missionary society, who worked zealously for the last year, having visited the National Missionary Association held in New York recently for the sole purpose of formulating plans to carry on her work in California. Entertainment In Plenty. Following are the names of the entertainers of the convention, whose instrumental and vocal selections were as devotional as the sermons themselves: Mrs. Sadie Chandler-Cole, Mrs. Elizabeth Gould, Mrs. Reuben Scott, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. I. Ford, Mrs. H. Dent, Mrs. Minnie Davis, Mrs. E. O. Solomon, Misses Susie Anderson, Myrtle Anderson, M. Scott, Antoinette Young, O. Allen; Messars, Afue McDowell, Thomas M. Cole and C. Jones. The philanthropic spirit of the association was exhibited in the appropriation granted to the able pastor, the Rev. I. Herben of the Harmony Baptist Church, which was recently held in Los Angeles. Donations amounted to $156 of which was raised by the Second Baptist Church Missionary Society of Los Angeles—was given to the Old Folk's Home in Abila, which will make possible the building of a structure large enough to accommodate about 100 aged and infirm people. The officers for the ensuing year for the Western Baptist Association are: Moderator, the Rev. J. L. McCoy, pastor Second Baptist Church Los Angeles. Vice moderator, the Rev. H. B. Thomas, Mount Olive Church, Santa Barbara. Secretary, the Rev. Alfred C. Williams, Providence Institutional Church, Los Angeles. Corresponding secretary, the Rev. F. W. Cooper, New Hope Church, San Bernardino. Treasurer, T. A. Harris, Los Angeles. Executive board—The Rev. W. A. Mitchell, San Diego; the Rev. D. H. Anderson, Beach; the Rev. C. H. Anderson, Los Angeles; the Rev. Joseph T. Hill, Los Angeles. of directors—The Rev. R. H. Wade, Attorney Aue McDowell, the Rev. F. W. Cooper, the Rev. J. B. Gordon, S. P. Johnson, the Rev. J. T. Hill, the Rev. J. L. McCoy, the Rev. C. H. Anderson. Women's Officers Elected. Following are the officers elected for the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society: President, Mrs. S. B. Strickland, Pasadena. Vice president, Mrs. I. H. Ford, Pasadena. Reading secretary, Mrs. M. R. Cayllo, Los Angeles. Corresponding sec- The need of a Baptist college in southern California, where people of that denomination may be trained and subsequently prepared for the ministry, was considerably discussed in the convention. Ways and means, however, for procuring the same were not definitely decided. Tennessee were also in a like predicament some time ago, but have recently secured donations for a seminary to be erected in Memphis that will probably amount to $100,000 by the first of next September. Fifty thousand dollars of this sum was donated by the white Southern Baptist convention. The remaining amount will be contributed by the city of Memphis and the Afro-American Baptists of the Southern states. Memphis was selected because of its central location in a large hold of religious although Nashville, Tenn., through a strong bid for the school, offering as an inducement the donation of a school site valued at $10,000. The actual selection of the site was made by a committee from the National Negro Baptist convention and by the Southern Baptist Association. The school will be under the supervision of the former. The first Afro-American Baptist church was organized at Williamsburg, Va., in 1785. The race churches are contributing over $100,000 every year for home missions and $50,000 to foreign mission work. The Afro-American Baptists alone are carrying on missionary work in five foreign countries, having procured 132 stations for mission work where ninety-seven missionaries and eighty-five native helpers are being maintained by them. There are about 80,000 Afro-American Baptists throughout the country, having more than 1,300 churches whose valuation is estimated at something like $600,000. GUESS WHO DEPARTMENT G. Y., H. W. and K. W. are? The dolls who had such a good time Tuesday. The doll is that "holds him" much taller than her friend, M. H., does? V. B. is correct. M. S. is? It is a wonder she would pay any attention to as young a boy as L. B. The dude is who if he laughed and you didn't see him you would know he was present? L. B. is? You ought to hold on to M. S. she truly "has him." H. M. is? He is certainly a nice sort of a chap. Most of the "C. boys are. K. W. is? The 35th and Forest avenue K. W. JUST A MINUTE. Your Attention to a Little Matter of Considerable Importance—The Story of the Pink Slip. For more than two weeks we have been kept busy each day in sending out first class notices to our subscribers. We expect more than two more weeks to elapse before we go over our entire list. Therefore those who have not received thelms may expect to. Now, we ask that you be kind enough to treat this matter in a business like way. That is, if you are prepared to pay, act as you are requested to on the pink slip, if you are not prepared, spend enough of your valuable time to drop us a line or two and let us know when you will meet your obligations. Again if you do not care to subscribe longer it is just as easy as you do. That is, if that you desire your name taken on a mailing list. Above all we ask that you do not treat this note with silence and then when your name is suspended on our list because of non-payment you become indignant and forgetting that you have received such a notice you complain of the failure of the notice to apprise you of the fact. The die is cast. The big sound. Has rolled to arms. The bite past. Doth still abound. A cause from the Toes's great. The pathetic and the brave. Among the Tentons and the Slav I received into this play fray As children enter into play. Europe you should have this war averted. You should have flirted; he flirted; Oh! the awaived awailt; toll To be with blood; ya, with men's souls. You should have weighed the cause an then the result. Counted the gas and then the loss, To be with blood. Could equal duty that was due. Count the bodies to the grave. Over which your life will wave; Count the souls; sat who can guess Just how many are at rest? Count the windows that are left. Count the orphans that are bereft; Better that some begging Than gained at such a terrible cost. Honor gained by killing brother, Father, son and even mother, Of your kind. Yea, a thing man should not dare. Honor won with shot and shell, Honor gained through blood and fears, Will only last for a short spell; It's lost to you in after years. THE OPPORTUNITY OF YOUR LIFE The Springvale Oil & Gas Corp. stock $50,000.00, now assessable. No less than 5 shares to any one person in $1.00 per share. For further information, visit W. Winer, W. Secy., Suite 201.3., Barnes Bldg. Oklahoma City, Okla. S. W. Smith, 5003 Dearborn St, St. fat, Chicago representative. ANDREW GREEN BACK. Prize Fighter Returns From London England—Sees Jack Johnson. Andrew Green, a prize fighter who has won many laurels in London, arrived in the city this week and paid the office of the Defender a visit. He out put Fred Stanley in an eight-round contest at London, landing heavily, stinging on points. He won over Ted Monroe, who won over Ted Monroe and tenth rounds. Green got a decision over Joe Hands at the Electric Coliseum, London. Green says Jack Johnson is well and the English people are wild about him. Good Description of the Rockies. As an evidence of the educating qualities of the popular post card, the Holton Recorder tells of an eight-year-old boy, while riding through the Black canyon in Colorado the other day, after saxing up from the dark gorge to the sunlit summits of the cliff, who seriously remarked to his looks just like a poet. FRENCHMAN WONDERS ASTONISHED AT MAGNIFICENCE OF TONSORIAL PARLOR. Traveler From the Effele Old World Overcome by the Luxury That Surrounds American While He Is Shaved. Last year one of the noted literary lights of Paris visited this country—or, rather, New York, for like many foreigners who "tour America," the lure of life in the metropolis proved too strong to allow of further travel and investigation—and this is the way he describes the joys of an American barber shop. His amazement can be better understood when one remembers that the "tonitorial parlor" of Paris are notoriously stufty and unsanitary. A calling and walls of tile, a floor of moscles, toilette tables of variegated marble, armchairs with shining steel attachments. . . . Not a hair, not a speck of dust visible. . . . a luxury more striking than that of the Theater des Champs Elysees. I seat myself in an armchair which insinuatingly invites sublime repose. The barber, in spotless white, surrounds my neck with immaculate napkins and then addresses me the word: "Shave." "Beauty." I instantly I feel the chair descending beneath me. The blood rushes to my head and I am not altogether comfortable. But I know that I am in the hands of experts and my tranquility is restored. "Manicure?" I raise my head. I see in the neighbor- boring armchair other men in my position before whom are young women who are torturing their fingers with a variety of instruments. I will imitate them. "Yes, manicure." Instantly a slim girl, blonde and smiling, rollle toward me a little marble table, on which I observe many napkins, many curious instruments of steel and a little bowl for warm water. The young American gently seizes my hand and plunges it into the boiling water. The sensation is disagreeable. "Shine?" This cryptic word I found upon inquiry signified, "Do you want your shoes polished?" The barber for the head; the mancure for the hand; the shiner for the shoes. It is all so logical that I accept. Suddenly I am aroused from my reverle: "Steno?" I do not understand. I ask: "What is steno?" "A stenographer to whom you diatate your letters." Is it a joke? No. his face is tranquil. Then I reflect, the barber for the head; the manicure for the hands; the shiner for the shoes; a stenographer for the brain. It is all so logical. But, in truth, I should never be able to dictate my correspondence thus surrounded by so many persons bent on beautifying my modest person. Besides, what would come next? An oculist for the eyes; a dentist for the teeth; a masseur for the muscles? I feel a vertigo coming on, and I reject the stenographer. Manila Buildings Must Be Ratproof. The municipal board of Manila has passed an ordinance providing that all buildings constructed in the city hereafter must be ratproof. This measure is for safeguarding the public health against bubonite plague. The ordinance was drafted by the director of health and the city engineer. Hollow walls and partitions are forbidden. Walls, with the exception of those of solid wood, must be of concrete, brick, stone, mortar, or other material that will keep out rats, to a height of one meter (3.28 feet) from the ground, and must extend below the surface of the ground at least twice the thickness of the wall. All hollow construction is forbidden except it be without apertures through which rats may pass and of materials through which they cannot make their way. A penalty is provided for violation of the provisions of the ordinance of a fine not exceeding $100 or imprisonment for not more than six months or both. Bestocking Forest Streams. The restocking of national forest streams in all states where such forests are situated, including those now being acquired in the White mountains and the southern Appalachians, will be given attention as rapidly as supplies of fish fry become available for planting purposes. The forest service is admirably organized to carry on work of this kind, and does so with practically no interference with regular activities since the fish must be handled with the utmost haste and frequently during the late evening or early morning hours. The production of the existing federal and state fish hatcheries is hardly adequate to meet all demands, however, and therefore the work has to be done in installments. British March on Washin British March on Washington. One hundred years ago saw the first practical step in advance of the British naval and military expedition against the city of Washington. There were two rivers by which Washington might be approached—the Potomac, on which it is situated, the Patuxent, flowing in the rear. The British commander chose the latter, both on account of the facility of access and for the purpose of destroying the fleet of American gunboats which had taken refuge in its creeks. This object was successfully accomplished on August 20—fifteen of the gunboats being destroyed and one captured, together with fourteen merchant vessels. The next day the British army effected a landing. Romance of the Sea. "This is queer. Found a girl's card in a box of sardines. How do you suppose that happened?" "Some mermaid slipped it in, I conjecture." Puzzled. "What the matter, Hiram? You look puzzled." "I am, ang it! This article calls the m horrors carriages and then goes on to tell that it takes so much horse e power to propel them!"—Judge. A sental. Wreck. "And who said the great specialist, 'to you,uder to have been the can use of your husband's sudden and con tre collapses!" THE CHICAGO DEFENDER HABIT TRACED TO AZTECS Americans Not the Original Gum Chewers, as the World Seems to Have Believed. The Aztecs of Mexico are said to have been the first gum chewers known in this, or, for that matter, any other, continent. The followers of Cortez reported that the Indians chewed a gum to quench thirst and relieve exhaustion. They obtained it from the sap tree by tapping, and today the manner of gathering the sap is in close analogy to the process of gathering maple sugar in New England. The tree is indigenous to the northern countries of South America, Central America and especially in Mexico, the last named furnishing about six-sevenths of the entire supply consumed annually in the Unite States. The sapote tree is usually found in groups, frequently grows to a height of 40 to 50 feet, is generally very straight, and has a long, clear length which makes it most desirable for timber. The wood is of a reddish mahogany color, is quite hard, heavy, compact in texture and fine grained. Door sills and frames of this remarkable wood have been unearthed in the prehistoric ruins of Uxmal and found to be in an excellent state of preservation. The wood is in demand today by cabinet makers, who employ it in the manufacture of high grade furniture and household fittings. The fruit the saphella pear, was once very popular in Latin-America market, is now demanded for the gum and the consequent tapping reduced the size and quality of the fruit that it has become almost a negligible product. Throughout the rainy season, while the sap is up, the tapping is done by the "chilcuron," whose only implements are a machete and a piece of rope. The rope is fastened about the waist and slipped around a tree, leaving the chiclero's hands free to make the V-shaped incisions spirally all around the tree. The sap runs along the incisions and is collected in cups at the base. It looks like milk at first, but soon turns to a yellowish color and thickens to the consistency of treacle. It is collected and bolled in a rather primitive manner in large kettles, and when it has reached the proper consistency it is kneaded and the surplus moisture expressed. It is then molded into large loaves and is ready for shipment. "Argonauten" Tampered With Town Clock. Marceline McGowan, the keeper, has solved the town clock mystery at Kinston, N. C. McGowan alleges malice, but whatever the motive, it is certain that when he clambered into the tower of the court house to learn what was causing his big, bright peril with the gilded hands to strike the hours on the half hours and sometimes strike several hours at once, he found part of the mechanism apparently purposefully clogged. Certain roosters in the hearing of the bell's melodious tones had the habit of giving their revellence with its chimes in the early hours, but it is said the perplexed chantlers became as erratic as the clock. At the time McGowan was away at a militia camp, where he didn't have to bother about the time of day at all. Marceline McGowan made the following public statement, rather brief, but to the point: "To whom it may concern: Some one climbed over the partition and put some timber under one of the weights, and stopped it. M. L. McGowan, court house clock." By the finale of the proclamation it would seem that McGowan and the clock are one in person, as they really are in spirit. Now he would like to know what possessed the malefactor to put number under the weight to stop the clock. --- Turkish Women Study Medicine. In dicine has been practiced by Turkish women for some time, because it is only recently that men doctors have been allowed within the harem. Curiously enough, it is one of the oldest superstitions of the Mohammedan world that has given the greatest impetus to medical studies in Turkey. The Mohammedans that the last wish of an old woman is sacred and must be carried out at all costs. Not long ago the wife of a former grand vizier, Hahlidin pasha, died. On her death bed she expressed as her last wish that her twelve-year-old daughter might take special courses in medicine, similar to those given to men. There was nothing for the government to do but to hastily open certain of these women in order that they might not be allowed to enduring the dying wish of a respected old woman. — Katharine Buell, in Harper's Weekly. "Mummie's" Opinion. In the recent London dispatch revealing the activities of the entirely respectable Queen Mary as a busy little bee there was a pleasing anecdote about a friendly call paid by her not long ago upon a certain peeress. The honorable hostess of the occasion is said to be 'very popular among the "intellectuals" and in less favor "at the court" than her husband. The queen asked to see the small daughter of the house, and while waiting took out her inevitable knitting and set industriously to work. When the little woman was working she by the sight, and the queen good naturedly told her that she must ask her mamma to teach her to knit. "Mummie won't," replied the child. "She says that all sorts of needlework is just for people who like to work their fingers because they haven't any brains to work." Cure for Hay Fever Dr. Claude Lowdermilk of Galena, Kan., reports to the Journal of the American Medical Association that of three hay-fever patients treated with a toxin prepared from pollen before the onset of the symptoms not one had an attack throughout the season, and that of another patient with the onset thirteen were cured. Doctor Lowdermilk gave also an autogenous vaccine. Arduous Sport "The only objection I have to go!" said Miss Cayenne, "is that it sometimes becomes a trifle wearisome." EXPRESSION IS NOT A MERE FIGURE OF SPEECH. The "heat of battle" of which poets and rhetorical probe writers are so prone to dwell, is, according to Capt. Samuel Chapman, a veteran of the Civil war, no mere figure of speech, but an absolute practical and physical reality. The men now sweating in the trenches of the fighting area in Europe are sweating not only figuratively but in the actual body, consumed by an actual, physical heat that only the fierce fire of battle can incite. Capt. Chapman, who is now pastor of the Baptist church at Covington, Va., was during the Civil war one of the most daring cavalrymen in the Confederate service. He served in every campaign in Virginia from the first battle of Bull Run until three weeks after Appomattox, never missing a chance to get into a fight. His commander often said that he would fight a circular saw. Accordingly his testimony as to the reality of the heat of battle is both valuable and timely, coming as it does when millions are now engaged in bloody war in western Europe. "The heat of battle is no poetic phrase," said Captain Chapman, when on a visit to Washington recently. "It is essentially a physical effect brought about unconsciously by the intense exertion of battle. No man is cool in battle; he may conceal his feelings, but his heart is going like a trip-hammer. The result is that his body becomes intensely heated. "I had a most striking example of this in the winter of 1864. Early in January of that year the command of Confederate cavalry to which I belonged was ordered to make a raid upon a Union camp of soldiers stationed on Loudon Heights a few miles from Harper's Ferry. "We assembled one afternoon at Upperville, about thirty miles south of Loudon Heights—two hundred of us. It was the coldest day that the oldest inhabitant of that country had ever seen, the mercury standing about six degrees below zero. We started on the march about three or four o'clock. As weailed forth, we broke forth into song, for we were all well clothed, having warm boots and overcoats, and feeling jolly and comfortable. "But, after a few miles, the songs ceased. We found that, despite our warm clothing, the bitter cold was penetrating deep into us. Some of us hung our feet out of the strirups to bring back the circulation. Others slapped their hands, against their sides. In fact, we tried every imaginable way to keep out the deadly cold, but without avail. When we reached the vicinity of the Union camp about two o'clock in the morning we were frozen practically stiff. As we lined up for the attack, about two hundred yards from the enemies' lines, and lift our feet in our hands and lift our feet back in our hands, so entirely numb had feet and legs become, and when we came to cook our navy revolvers we found that our fingers were too numb to pull back the hammer. So, holding the plats between our two hands, as though we had but stumps of arms, we cooked the pistols with our teeth. "Suddenly, as we sat shivering there, the word to 'Charge' was given. With the yell springing from frozen lips we dashed forward. In less than a minute we were in the midst of the Union camp, shooting right and left. Our attack was such a surprise that the enemy had no chance to make any move. We had to fight, the fight did not last, from the time the command to charge was given until every Union soldier was out of range, more than five minutes. "When I came to myself I was sitting in my saddle with one leg thrown over the pommel, fanning myself with my hat. My overcoat was thrown open, as was also the gray jacket beneath, and beneath that, the woolen undershirt was open down to the tast button, baring my breast to the cooling mountain breezes—which at that time and altitude must have been close on to fifteen degrees-below zero. In a word, I was overcome with heat and fanning and panted as though it was midday in the dog days. Around me many of my counsels were engaged in the same process of cooling themselves. "And barely five minutes before we had all been too frozen to cook our pistol or lift our feet into the stirrups. "That will give you some idea as to whether the heat of battle is a mere figure of speech or a reality." Black Cat Savea a Ship. From March 20 to April 20 the French bark Colonel Dollorescue Marcelu bucked western winds off Cap Horn. Sallure tails away her canvas and wrecked her fore and aft bridges. It began to look as if the ship would never reach Pacific waters. Then Mimi, a black cat, went overboard. That very day the weather cleared, and the proceeded. The ship was sailing toward its vessel's arrival at San Francisco, said they were sure the ship would never have passed the Horn if the black cat had not been washed away. The bark left Hamburg 146 days previous to its arrival at San Francisco. Bricks Proved Their Value When the main drainage of London was undertaken, about 1855, careful inquiries were made as to the most suitable bricks to use, and those made from the gault, a tenacious blue clay lying between the upper and lower green sands under the chalk, were selected. Nearly the whole of the original brickwork were built of these bricks, which are strong and durable, with smooth surface and regular shape. The seaways have now been in use about fifty years and are in excellent condition, though slightly worm on the invert. It Does Look Foolish. Sure Winner: Deaths of the Week (From records of Department of Health). Brown, Major, 67 yrs, 6347 Federal st. Chambers, Mildred, 35 yrs, 2238 Dearborn ave, Sept. 6. Ebert, Edward, 18 mos, 309 N. Ann st. Sept. 4. Hayes, Henry, 40 yrs, 2356 Dearborn ave. Sept. 4. Haynes, Lovena, 60 yrs, 2930 State st. Johnson, Louis, 59 yrs, 3550 Prairie ave. Sept. 3. Joseph Barn, 59 yrs, 6000 Good st. Sept. 3. Jones, Catherine, 13 yrs, 537 La Salle st. Sept. 3. Juicees, Archie, 39 yrs, 3738 State st. Sept. 5. Lilien, Wm., 23 yrs, 3519 La Salle st. Sept. 5. Lylez, James, 55 yrs, 3832 Dearborn ave. Sept. 2. McClain, Ada, 33 yrs, 4616 Federal ave. Sept. 2. Seattle, James, 37 yrs, 2970 La Salle st. Sept. 5. Stille, Sarah, 21 yrs, 21 E. 36th st. Sept Williams, Albert, 34 yrs, 1215 State st. Sept. 15. Williams, Polly, 64 yrs, 2911 Federal st. Sept. 6. Mystery of the Stomach Why does not the stomach digest itself? is a question often asked. The Journal of the American Medical Association confesses that the reason has not been found. There are many theories, but not one of them is entirely satisfactory, and we are still unable to understand why the stomach has a century ago, "that these living cells remain intact under such circumstances, 'because they are alive.'" Madagascar Raising Ostriches Madagascar, where ostriches were imported ten years ago, threatens to become a formidable rival to Cape Colony in the feather industry. Daily Thought. Adversity is hard upon a man, but for one man who can stand prosperity there are a hundred who will stand adversity.—Carlyle. WARS are won and lost by quick decision. Quick decisions are of importance in the real estate world, as in every battle of life. No matter how quickly you decide to snatch one of our rare bargains offered in real estate, we know you won't regret it. Good homes and good investments crowd our lists. Enlist today in the great army of home buyers. places for rent. We can guarantee a profit on all of our purchases through you have little cash, we invite you to come and investigate. We can believe we can show a good profit in a very short time. We offer for sale the following bar-bearings: 44th and Langley Ave. 4-fat, heat 5, heat 4 and 8 rooms. 7,500 65th and Langley Ave. 5-fat, steam heat 7 and 8 rooms. 16,500 1st and Wabash Ave. brick cut, house heat 7 and 8 rooms. 3,300 2nd and Rhodes Ave. 8-room house, heat 7 and 8 rooms. 3,500 2nd and Rhodes Ave. 8-room house, heat 7 and 8 rooms. 4,200 A FEW OF OUR RENTALS. 3234 Vernon Ave. 10 rooms, furnace heat 5 and cold water colls; modern 24.00 3763 Vernon Ave. 8-room house, furnace heat 5 and cold water colls; modern 35.00 3453 Forest Ave. 11-room house, furnace heat 40.00 3743 Vernon Ave. 1st flat, 7 rooms, furnace heat 40.00 3743 Vernon Ave. 1st flat, 5 rooms, stove heat 17.00 3601 Vernon Ave. 3rd flat, 4 rooms, stove heat 17.00 3601 Vernon Ave. 3rd flat, 4 rooms, heat furnished 17.00 3743 Bain Ave. 1st flat, 6 rooms, furnace heat 25.00 3743 Bain Ave. 3rd flat, 6 rooms, stove heat 25.00 6512 Langley Ave. 2nd flat, 6 rooms, heat furnished 25.00 6512 Langley Ave. 2nd flat, 6 rooms, heat furnished 25.00 E. 33th Pl. 3 rooms, steam heat 25.00 6006 Racine Ave. 7 rooms, stove 21.00 6141 State St. 2nd flat, rear 14.00 6141 State St. 2nd flat, rear 14.00 6148 Barnard St. store and 2 living rooms 19.00 6528 -bash Ave. 1st flat, 6 rooms 19.00 6528 -bash Ave. 1st flat, 6 rooms 25.00 6528 Wabash Ave. 3rd flat, 7 rooms, stove heat 25.00 6528 Wabash Ave. 3rd flat, 7 rooms, stove heat 25.00 Call or write for particular Anderson & Terrell Real Estate Brokers Renting - Loans - Insurance 3512 South State Street "Home of Real Estate Bargains." Telephones Douglas 306. Auto. 79-644. Now is the Time to Buy REAL ESTATE It will pay you to take advantage of some of the bargains advertised in The Chicago Defender ULTRA-MODERN APARTMENT 6 rooms and tiled bath. Electrically lighted throughout. Laundry and basement storeroom. Beam ceiling studded with fancy electric lights and hanging electric dome. Continuous hot and cold water summer and winter. Large gas range and refrigerator. Light and airy rooms, cooled by breezes from the lake which is seven blocks east. Dependable and highly efficient steam heating and unequal janitor service. No dogs or small children desired. Telephone already installed. Only colored families of the best character and self-respect need apply. Positively the best thing ever offered to the Afro-American Rent $4.50 per month. Call at 2nd fat, 4623 Langle Ave, after 6 P. M., on week days or any time Sunday. Ask for Mr. Mitchell. Around and About Chicago Personal Mention, Social and Other News In Short Paragraphs Mrs. Anna B. Hall, 142 West Forty-fourth street, left the city last week for Roanoke, Va., to visit relatives and friends. She will also visit New York and attend the Baptist convention in Philadelphia. Mrs. Miller of 5622 Lake Park avenue entertained on Labor Day with a dancer. Covers were laid for twelve. Mrs. Sallie Walker, 3824 Vernon avenue, entertained at whilst last Friday evening in honor of Mrs. Pearl Hart of Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. Hart leaves for her home today. She made many acquaintances while in the metropolis of the Middle West. Master T. M. Penn of St. Louis, Mo. after spending his vacation visiting relatives, left Saturday for home, delighted with his month's visit. Othello W. Collins, chemist for the Hunt Bureau of inspection, is preparing to spend a two weeks' vacation in Alexandria, Minn. He will also visit Minnesota and St. Paul. Mrs. Wilson of 5624 Lake avenue entertained twelve at a whist party in honor of Mrs. Matthews of St. Louis and Mrs. Carter of Chattanooga. Miss Maude Lewis, who has spent several weeks at her home with her parents in Hughesville, Mo., as well as some time with Miss Estella Buckner of St. Louis, has returned to the city. Thursday afternoon Mr. and Mrs. James Butler gave a dinner at the home of Mrs. Helen A. Butler, 3571 Forest avenue, in honor of Mrs. Emma Brown and her daughter, Elizabeth, of Memphis. Messrs. DeCoven and Creighton Thomas were present and delighted the visitors with their musical selections. Miss Gloriosa Collins also assisted in making the occasion an affair to be remembered. Mr. Leon Sharp left Friday for St. Louis, where he was called to a sick brother. Mrs. Lacie Schiele and son have returned to their home in Natchez, Miss, after a pleasant visit with Miss Rose Minor and Mrs. Laura Thomas of La Salle street. Mr. Le Roy Berry, 5156 Wabash avenue, left Sunday evening for Washington, D. C., where he will be married Wednesday-to Miss Marjorie Beverly. Mr. and Mrs. Berry will reside in this city. Mr. M. T. Balley was in Evanston this week on business. Mrs. Pearl Hart of Atlanta, Ga., is the pleasant guest of Mrs. Salle Walker, 3821 Vernon avenue. Rev. Mrs. William Gray, Mrs. Jennie Williams, Mrs. Elinora Franklin, Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Shelton, Mrs. Eva Hooper, together with scores of other people from Chicago are attending the National Baptist convention in Philadelphia this week. Coleonel A. Do Mars Jones of California and his daughter, Collette, are in the city en route to Boston to attend the B. M. C. Miss Julia Merchant of Cleveland O. who is here in a chirpopy school and who is stopping with Mrs. E. Ransh, 3254 Wabash avenue, was en O.D. Pure A Special Toilet Requisite for PERSPIRATION Doea what a toilet water should do. It cleanses and purifies the Pores. Corrects All Odor Absolutely and relieves that apoplastick stinkiness. Refreshing and pleasant to use. For the amuse, feet and folds of the body where the procuring and importment deposit, it no equal. Two items for $1.00. For Sale at Rankin & White in Wallace's La Batteie Crown Pharmacy in Stubbs, 3512 State Street Ask Your own Druggist not obtainable, write or telephone to us Central 55 See the Girl on Every Bottle. Accept No Substitutes O.D.O-CURE TOILET COMPANY 1216 Peoples Gas Building, Chicago, IL. Jesse Bind REAL H Southeast Cor. St. Auto. 71-766 FOR R STO 4732 State St., store, store heat..... 4716 State St., store, store heat..... 3634 State St., store, store heat..... 3324 Michigan Ave., barn (living room) RESIDEN 6553 Langley Ave., 10 rooms; furnace he 3763 Vernon Ave., 8 rooms; furnace he 3706 Forest Ave., 1 room; furnace he Jesse Binga, Banker REAL ESTATE Southeast Cor. State and 36th Place Auto. 71-766—Douglas 1565 4732 State St., store, store heat. $17.50 4716 State St., store, store heat. $45.00 3637 State St., store, store heat. $45.00 3324 Michigan Ave., barn (living rooms in rear) $20.00 RESIDENCES. 6553 Langley Ave., 10 rooms, furnace heat; residence $35.00 Vernon Ave., 10 rooms, furnace heat; residence $35.00 Forest Ave., 7 rooms, furnace heat; residence $35.00 . FLATS—STOVE HEAT. 2729 Denborn St. 6 rooms, stove heat 5349 Indiana Ave. 7 rooms, stove heat 5429 Indiana Ave. 7 rooms, stove heat 731 Evans Ave. 6 rooms, stove heat 582 State St. 6 rooms, stove heat; fire 571 Fire St. 6 rooms, stove heat 49 Wabash Ave. 4 rooms, stove heat 6 State St. 3 rooms, stove heat; fire 5 State St. 3 rooms, stove heat 6 State St. 3 rooms, stove heat 5 State St. 3 rooms, stove heat La Salle St. 4 ms, stove heat; La Salle St. 4 ms, stove heat State St. 7 ms, stove heat W. 54th St. ms, stove heat; W. 54th St. ms, stove heat Siu St. ms, stove heat; armory ms, stove heat FLATS—ST 7 rooms, stove 9 steams tertained last Sunday by Mr. William Adams. Mr. Rube Foster has gone to Louisville, Ky., on baseball business. Mr. James Dorsey and $^2$ P. Will Lane, who have been at Acknac island for the summer, are the city and will return to Fr. Lick Springs, Ind. Miss Bussie Webster, a charming teacher of Memphis, Tennessee, who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Hampton, 4609 Langley avenue, returned to her home last Saturday. Miss Webster will give a house party Christmas, at which time several Chicago, will attend. Mr. A. L. Ransom of St. Paul, Minn., formerly of Chicago, where he was familiarly called "Sam" and was renowned as an athlete, was in the city for a few days last week. He came to attend the Kennedy-Parker wedding, but found time to visit a few friends. Miss Ruth McCoo, 5010 Dearborn street, returned from Buffalo, N. Y., in time to resume her studies on Tuesday. Mr. Charles Seals, captain and adjudant of the Knights of Pythias of Honolulu, went to Virginia to bury Mrs. wife. On his return home he stop 1 at Salisbury, Richmond and other points. Mrs. George Thornton, 4325 Forrestville avenue, received on Tuesday in honor of Mrs. Henry High of St. Paul, Minn. Miss Mattle Johnson of Cleveland, O., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Annie C. Moore, 6540 Evans avenue. Miss Lula Watson, a charming young lady of Tuscaloosa, Ala., is visiting her school chum, Mrs. Hattie Goode, 4816 Wabash avenue. Miss Mayme Frazler, Pittsburgh, Pa., is the house guest of Miss Cora Willis, 4814 Evans avenue. Master Thorton Lane, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Lane of the Cranford building, has returned home from an extensive vacation trip spent visiting relatives in Canada and Michigan. Mr. and Mrs. Warfield of Ashland boulevard have returned home after a longy visit at their former home, Nashville, Tenn. Mr. Frank Quigley of La Grange, Ill., made a visit to the city last Wednesday. Miss Flemming of Evanston paid a visit to the city and acquaintances on Vernon avenue Tuesday last. Mrs. Janetelle Wiley has returned to the city from Mexico, Mo., where she went to bury a brother. She is residing with Mrs. Pope, 3622 Calumet avenue. Miss Katherine Kent of Birmingham, Ala., who is the guest of Mrs. Annette Troutman, 3434 Forest avenue, was entertained at a wine dinner at the Chatteau Cafe. Professor Boger presented the guest with a handsome bouquet. Miss Kent attended the American Giants' ball game last Sunday, being a jubilant fan. Miss Leona Scott Williams has returned to the city from a trip through Kansas, Nebraska and other western states. She reports a delightful trip. She is living at 4040 Indiana avenue. Master Earl Franklin, who has been here with his mother all the summer, has returned to the Jacksonville Musical Conservatory at Jacksonville, Ill. Mrs. Ruth Rumble. 5112 Dearborn street, was called to Memphis, Tennessee, last week where her nephew, Cornellius Brown, is very sick. Mrs. Cora B. Brown, last left week for a visit in Cincinnati and other places in Ohio and Kentucky. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Yocum, 216 East 27th street, left Friday for a trip through the east, visiting Pittsburgh, Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Misses Eva and Mable Overton, 5500 Wabash avenue, are visiting in Cairo and other southern Illinois cities. Mr. and Mrs. Marlon Guilland spent Labor Day in Gary, Ind. Mrs. Ada Williams and Mrs. Cora E. Taylor who have been attending the University of Chicago, have returned to Texas for their year's work in the public schools. Mrs. J. L. Branhams has returned from Detroit, Mich., accompanied by Mr. Branham, who spent ten days at aga, 'Banker ESTATE State and 36th Place —Douglas 1565 RENT. RES. $17.50 $35.00 $40.00 $20.00 IN rear). ICES. FOR RENT. home and left for Louisville, Ky., Saturday night. Friday night they entertained in honor of Miss A. Coleman, of Louisville, and Miss Elizabeth Jones of Topeka, Kan. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cole, 5427 Wabash avenue, entertained at dinner last week in honor of Dr. and Mrs. Summer Furnis of Indianapolis, and Mrs. Maud Taylor of Louisville. Miss Pearl Anderson who visited Mrs. Cole from Portsmouth, Ohio, writes that she was gloriously pleased with her trip. Mrs. Etta Valdes, 5241 Wabash avenue, celebrated her birthday last Friday and had Miss Lucy C. Wright of South Bend, Ind., as her guest, also the mother of Mr. Pete Mayo. Miss Marie Johnson, who takes the part of the colonel's daughter in the moving pictures, "For the Honor of the 8th U. S. A.," was at her home, Missaawuka, Ind., on Labor Day, Miss Lucy Wright who has returned to South Bend, entertained her. Mr. George Weaver, of Milwaukee, was in the city last week, engaging some of the best talent for the Subway Cafe. Mrs. W. H. Banks, 3856 Dearborn street, has returned from a trip to Buffalo, N. Y., Winslow, Canada, and Cleveland, Ohio, where she was the guest of Mrs. W. Solomon. Miss Addisfy Kastor, returned Wednesday from Hot Springs where she spent her vacation with her sister, Mrs. Vernon Harris. Miss Bertha Garnett is home from a two weeks' visit in Louisville, Ky. Mr. A. Reid of Augusta, Ga., is in the city after spending the summer at Lake Harbor, Mich. Mrs. Marie Walker, 3525 Wabash avenue, entertained in honor of Miss Anna Bradford of French Lick Springs, Ind., who is the guest of Mrs. Katie Clark, 3600 State street. Mrs. Cleo First will leave this week for Seattle, Washington. Mrs. Genevieve Radcliffe, Dr. and Mrs. S. A. Furnis of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. Maud Taylor, Louisville, Ky., were the guests last week of Mrs. Ada Ford, 3238 Forest avenue. Mr. Harlem Scott of Champlain, Ill., spent a few days in the "Windy City" on important business with his cousin, Miss Jessie M. Frazier. Mrs. Mary Winby and daughter, of Blue Island, Miss Maude Williams, Mrs. Florence Laws, and Mrs. Clara Williams, of Chicago, have returned from a pleasant stay at Benton Harbor, Mich. Mrs. Lacy Evans, her son and his wife of Winchester, Ky., are the guests of Mrs. Johnson, 217 E. 16th street. These visitors are the mother and brother of Mrs. E. S. Miller. Mr. Lou Thompson, 3732 Calumet avenue, left Thursday for Belmont for his annual visit to his mother. Mrs. Calton returned to her home in Cleveland, Ohio, Wednesday. She came here to attend the funeral of her brother, and was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. James Campbell, 3817 State street. Mrs. Bland of Milwaukee, Wis., is visiting her nephew Mr. Thomas Fletcher. Miss Cornellia Collins has returned to the city after a two weeks vacation at Waukee, Wis., to see her parents. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tyler, Jr., 6715 Champlain avenue, and Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Williams, of 4519 St. Laurence avenue, spent Labor Day at Hunter's Rest, fishing in a house boat. Miss Bertha A. Boone, 6640 Evans avenue, after visiting six weeks at various points in Ohio, has returned to the city. Mrs. Charles Shinghter and daughter Lucile of Topeka, Kan., have been spending their vacations in the city, the guests of Mrs. Sadle Spaulding, 4552 State street. Mrs. Sylvia Warfield of 49 W. 34th street, is visiting her parents in Cincinnati, Ohio. Mrs. Kate Green and sons are the guests of Mrs. Wm. Green, 3751 Vincennes avenue. Mrs. Cora Thomas of Springfield, Ohio, and Mrs. Cora Blue, Madisonville, Ohio, were also her guests. Mr. and Mrs. Seams, 3249 Forest avenue, have returned to their home after a trip in the South. Mrs. J. Berni Barbour was summoned to Seattle, Wash., the first of the week by the serious illness of her mother. Miss Rebecca Page of Roger Williams University, Nashville, Tenn., is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. T. H. Samuels, 4745 5th avenue. Miss Hattie Henderson who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. Adams, 3520 Prairie avenue the past three weeks, returned to Cleveland, Monday. Mr. James of St. Louis, Mo., is the guest of Mrs. P. S. Hardwick, 2314 Dearborn street. Mrs. Marie Williams entertained at whist and dance. On Friday evening, Sept. 4th, Mrs. Marie Williams entertained a number of friends in honor of her daughter, Miss Holdagard Williams, who will leave for Wilberforce University soon. Misses J. A. Murray and M. L. Harris spent Sunday afternoon in Evanston, Ill. They were the guests of Miss Eula Tates, 611 Custer avenue. Mrs. Charles West of Denver, Colo. is in the city a guest of Mrs. James Craigs, 5714 Lalayette avenue. Mrs. Ella M. Bland is visiting at Richmond, Va. She is expected here the first of the week. Last Friday at 5 p. m., Mr. and Mrs. R. Rampley of 3921 Prairie avenue, gave a delicious dinner in honor of Mrs. Dain of Buffalo, N. Y., and Mrs Edith Moore of Minneapolis, Minn. Miss Hazel P. Russell of 3921 Prairie avenue, ent. ned with a theater in honor lowing this they went to the Chateau for supper. Mr. and Mrs. Ramly entertained at dinner in honor of the visitor. Mrs. Colea Duncan of 5524 Ingleside avenue, gave a social in honor of Mrs. Mills of Richmond, Ky., Miss Edith Moore of Minneapolis, Minn. The Volunteer Workers' Charity Club will give a grand ball for the benefit of charity, Oct. 19th, at Johnson's New Hall, 3522 S. State street, Admission 50c. Mr. Ed. Clark, 3600 State street, was entertained by his wife who gave a birthday party on Wednesday evening. Clubs'S Weekly Gossip cial, Religion and Other O WAYS AND M The Ways and Grace Presbyterian at the residence of 914 Emerson street, morning afternoon, p. m. The ladies vated station at A avenue, at 1 o'clock body. Mrs. Clara Mrs. S. Leonard, Mexico, and Mrs. Bertha Liggins, Springfield, Ill., by Mrs. Yarborough, 5319 Dearborn street. Mrs. Liggins who has been the guest of Mrs Caine Hurd, 5630 Lafayette area, returned home on Thursday. Mrs. George Cleveland Hall will have as her guest of honor Mrs. John Hope of Atlanta, Georgia, at the George Garner concert to be given in the auditorium of Olivet Baptist Church, Monday evening, the 21st. Mrs. Eva Jenifer of 3430 Vernon avenue, is in St. Louis, Mo., at the bedside of her niece. Mrs. Jenifer will remain in St. Louis until her niece is convalescent. Mrs. Jennie A. Hatcher of 5621 Dearborn street, is attending the grand court, Herodes of Jericho, at Springfield, Ill. Mr. Edward D. Wimp of Buffalo, N. Y., the beloved husband of Mrs. Gentileve Lee Wimp, arrived in the city Saturday morning to chaperone his children home. The children have been the ones of their grandmamma, Mrs. J. Lee Tae. The children of the Edward D. Wimp of Buffalo, N. Y., will return home Sunday after a pleasant visit with their grandmother, Mrs. Henrietta P. Lee and their aunt, Mrs. Jennie E. Lewis of 21 E. 33 street, Marabelle Henrietta Wimp and Edward D. J., said to a Defender reporter: "We have had a good time and always do when we visit our grandmamma." Dr. and Mrs. Charles E. Bentley are patrons of the George R. Garner, J. concert at Olivet Baptist Church Monday evening, September 21st, and will have a party of twenty at the concert. Mrs. John Walker of Richmond, Ky., is in the city visiting her sister-in-law, street. Mrs. Mackey of 3159 State street. Mrs. Walker will remain here about three weeks and will be pleased to see her many friends. Master Joe Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Walker of Richmond, Ky., has returned to the home of his uncle, 3159 State street, to attend school here. Mrs. John Hope of Atlanta, Ga., wife of Mr. John Hope, president of Moorhouse College, Atlanta, Ga., will remain over to attend the George R. Kearns concert with the Baptist Church, Monday evening, September 21st. Mrs. Hope says Mr. Garner is a wonderful artist and is glad to have the opportunity to hear him in public. The Volunteer Workers' Charity Club will give a grand ball for sweet charity's sake October 19th, at Johnson's Hall. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Freeman, 3651 Forest Ave., entertained in honor of the ushers board of Bethel church Wednesday evening. Miss Florence E. Brown, Mrs. Laura Williams, Miss Bardella Berry, Miss Helen Tousley and Mrs. A. Jackson took part in the program. Send a copy of "The Bigger Defender" to some out-of-friend. It is the most up-to-date Afr-American newspaper published in the United States and they will appreciate it. THE BINGAS ENTERTAIN The reception given by Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Bing* at their residence, 3324 Vernon avenue, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Stanton Hunton, was a grand dinner and afforded great pleasure to the couple. Mrs. Bing, the couple, who left the city Friday morning to occupy their new home at 650 Halcomb avenue, Detroit, Mich. SIMMS DIES HARD; PROGRESSIVE QUIT. Thirty-first Street Politician Snowed Under--Failed to Advertise. James N. Simms, the attorney and stump speaker who was running in the primary on the Progressive ticket was snowed under. Progressives left him at the post. He didn't have a look in. At the last day Simms had a few cards struck off and hung them here and there and apparently only a few knew he was in the race; as a politician, Simms belongs to the "also rans." ELKS HERE NEXT "The Elks will be next year in their national meeting," said Henry (Tenan) Jones, who was a delegate from Great Lakes lodge. Mr. Jones was a member of the Point Comfort. Hampton Roads, Buck Point Beach and New York City. DR. SUMNER FURNIS HERE. indiana's Famous Physician and Surgeon Seen by Defender Reporter. Dr. Sumner Furnis and wife of Indianapolis, Ind., were in the city last week en route to Wisconsin on a visit. "Well, there's a Defender reporter," said the doctor to his wife, who is one of the most charming women in the state. "I just read the Defender and it's fine," he said. "You boys certainly know the game. Editors, like physicians, must keep progressing, and the Defender certainly is a good one." NOTED G. A. R. VISITOR. Noted among the visitors this week is Mr. Paul Bruce of New Orleans, who is the owner of Ira Pouche, Pouche, 3249 Forest avenue. Mr. Paul is commander of R. G. S. Clubs' Societies Weekly Gossip from the Social, Religious, Fraternal and Other Organizations WAYS AND MEANS SOCIETY. The Ways and Means Society of Grace Presbyterian Church will meet at the residence of Mrs. C. C. Carey, 914 Emerson street, Evanston, Ill. Monday afternoon, Sept. 14th, at 2:30 The ladies will meet at the elevated station at Adams and go on a bawl avenue, at 1 o'clock, and on a body. Mrs. Clara Studymyre, president: Mrs. Martha B. Mitchell, secretary. The Chicago Union Charity Club had their weekly meeting last Thursday at the home of Mrs. Willie Wilson, 5230 Federal street. A large number were present and heard interesting delegates from the National and State organizations meeting adjourned the hostess served delicious refreshments. GILES CHARITY CLUB. This club meets at Douglass Center Monday September 14 at 3 p. m. M. A. C. Cone will give a musical program with piano and vocal numbers and a talk on our popular hymns. All are invited. Mrs. Eezella Carter, Pree. MEN'S CIVIC CLUB Gentlemen, your attention is called to the Men's Civic Club which meets every Tuesday evening at 3005 State street, at 8 o'clock. Mr. W. W. D. Neighbors is president of this organization and he and his co-workers plan to make this club better than ever. He has associated with him, some of the most prominent, intelligent and cultured men in the city. Drop in next Tuesday evening and you will be convinced that you ought to be a member. Clubs: Select reporters for the club who write plainly and intelligently and on one side of the paper. See that notes are short and to the point. FREDERICK DOUGLASS CENTER. Sunday afternoon, September 13, at 4 p.m. Mr. George W. Will speaks on, "The Psychology of Race Prejudice." Mr. Ellis is an eloquent speaker and his many years experiences in Liberia and this country offers him valuable information for his subject, Sunday afternoon, September 15, at 2:30 p.m. The meeting meets. The meeting will be "Reminiscences of the Summer Vacation." All are invited. Refreshments at the social hour. Mrs. Eva Jenifer, Pres. NEGRO FELLOWSHIP LEAGUE. "War," the topic of the hour, will be discussed Sunday afternoon at the Negro Fellowship League by Mr. Frank Stephens, one of the most promising young men of our city. He is well-read on all questions of the day and is sure to do justice to this great subject. A cordial invitation is extended to the public to be present and take part. Meeting will be held at 300% State street and begins promptly with his Mary McDowell, head resident of Chicago, Chicago Social Settlement, and Mr. Brooks, of the Wilson and Brooks Insurance Agency, were the speakers at last Sunday's meeting. THE PROGRESSIVE LEAGUE. The Negro Progressive League held its regular meeting at 3811 Wabash avenue, on Sunday afternoon, September 6th. The principal speaker upon this occasion was State Senator Samuel A. Ettleson. There was a large number of members and visitors to hear the senator who was introduced by M. T. Bailley, chairman of the advertising committee of the League, Mr. Ettleson paid a splendid tribute to the good work which is being accomplished, the direction of the league and admiration of the members were engaged in a great and honorable work. He paid a tribute to the splendid address of Dr. Booker T. Washington, which was delivered at the National Business League a few days ago, in Oklahoma, this address having been read by Mr. W. E. King, journalist. The address of Mr. Ettleson was timely. It was appreciated by all who heard it as well as by the members of the league and the chairman of the program committee, Mr. Charles H. Turner, who had invited him. At the close of this address, it was commented on by Mr. King in behalf of the members of the league which was followed by a rising vote of thanks to the senator and others who had spoken. Mr. W. Wallace, chairman of the League, Mr. Ettleson and chairman of the political committee, made a report as to the progress of that committee and spoke of the different candidates who were in the field for nomination on the primary day, Sept. 9th. President Rev. E. P. Robinson, urged every department, as well as the chairman of the different committees to do their duties upon every occasion. THE CHEVALIER CLUB The Chevalier Club held their semi-monthly meeting Sept. 2 at the residence of Mr. Maurice Rice, 5414 Dearborn street. After business was transacted the host served a 'delicious lunch.' ALPHA SUFFRAGE CLUB The ladies of the Alpha Suffrage Club opened their Fall season last Wednesday evening, with a reception to the state, district and county candidates. Several of the candidates were present and delivered short addresses; instructions were given as to just what candidates women could vote for, after which a social hour was very pleasantly spent by candidates, guests and members. Light refreshments were served. The club has been meeting the first and third Wednesday of the year during the winter season but beginning with September, it will meet every Wednesday at 8 p. m., at 3005 State street. It has done very successful work in the past along civic lines, and is planning to do even more in the future. Visitors always welcome. MATRIMONY CLUB The Matrimony Club hopes to secure the single men who are eligible for marriage. Dr. Garnes states new constitution will be adopted. Matrimony Monday night was the start of Labor F- Read the Defender. The only paper carrying all the club news of the city. The Euterpean Club held its regular semi-monthly business meeting at the apartments of Miss Laura Lucas, 3137 Cottage Grove avenue, Friday evening, Sept. 4. The club had a large attendance and arrangements were made for a party which will be given a future. A committee was selected to chair emblems and another to take flowers and stick members. The club adjourned at 11:30, feeling that they had a very pleasant evening. STORK LIMITED Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hill, 126 N. Dearborn street, Chicago, wish to announce the birth of a 93-pound son. Mother and son are doing nicely at Robt. Burns hospital. Mrs. Hill was formerly Miss Mabelle Stigger. Son born Sept. 7. Johnson, 3642 Forest avenue, is all smiles. 1 is a girl. She arrived Sept. 4. Her mother is Melissa Elizabeth. Mother and daughter are getting on nicely. Dr. Geo. W. Lacey was her escort. OPI South Side housewives are praising Opl, the new labor saving compound. They recommend a trial and declare that if you give it a thorough one you will never be without it. Put half a teaspoonful in your dish water, using little or no soap, and see how your glassware and dishes shine. Notice particularly how easy it is to clean greasy pots and pans. It will not injure the skin, but leaves it nice and soft. For the laundry the results are surprising, and practically does away with rubbing. Opl saves half the labor, half the soap, whitens and greatly prolongs the life of the clothes. Will not injure the finest fabrics. See advertisement in another column. Secretary Submits Report of Benefit Baseball Game Aug. 20th—Thank- ful for Defender's Aid. Sept. 9th, 1914. To the Defender: In addition to thanking a generous public for their cheerful response to the benefit ball game at American Games park on Aug. 20th, and in recognition of the open-hearted generosity of Mr. Andrew Rube Foster, in his effort to assist those whom time has put beyond helping themselves, we wish to make public acknowledgement of our stewardship. Received at box office. $244.65 Received from advance sale of tickets. 82.50 Gross receipts. $367.15 Expenses to management for attraction. $100.00 Publicity, etc. 28.50 Total expense $128.50 Net receipts ..... $383.65 In addition, we desire to thank the Dealer for generous publicity greatly augmented by HOME FOR AGED AND INFIRM A. E. MANNING HERE Manager of the Indianapolis World Guest of "Windy City." Editor A. E. Manning of the Indianapolis World was in the city this week. The venerable newspaper man was looking fine and just had time to say "all was well with the press gang." POSTOFFICE EMPLOYEE Mr. Charles Walker of Dearborn street, left the city last Saturday evening en route to Washington. D. C. to attend the convention of Post Office Laborers in session in that city. Mr. Walker has the distinction of being 24 vice president of the organization; is also an employee at the main office and member of the Sth Regiment Band. OUT IN ENGLEWOOD. Weekly Letter from This Progressive Section of the City. By Mrs. George Jordan. Mrs. Ellen Cochran, 629 Ada street, has returned to the city after having a delightful visit with her mother and other relatives in St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. L. J. Porter of St. Louis, Mo. left or home last Saturday, having spent time in the city taking care of Mrs. Mary Freeman, her sister-in-law, of 4940 Ventworth avenue. She left her imprisonment. Miss Clara Watkins of Kenilworth, Ohio, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. J. A. Webb, 6557 Aberdeen street. * **Mr. William Daly and Rev. D. H. Harris of Shiloh Baptist church left the city Monday evening for the National Baptist convention at Philadelphia, Pa. * **Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Hill and daughter left the city for New York Monday morning. * **Miss Leona Stafford of 6216 Aberdeen street returned home from her vacation in the country. * **Mrs. Josephine Maxfield and Mrs. Vene Lyons of Aberdeen street returned after a delightful visit in Michigan. * **Mrs. W. N. Hill and daughters, accompanied by her sister-in-law, Mrs. Coggins, returned from a three weeks' visit to Seattle, Washington, and places of interest in the Northwest. * **Mrs. M. Brumfield with her daughter Mrs. Sibel, May and Sadle, have returned after a delightful stay with relatives and friends at Bowling Green, Ky. * **Mr. and Mrs. Jack French entertained Dr. C. Lee Jefferson and family at luncheon in honor of the graduation of Mr. C. Lee Jefferson, Jr., from Lincoln university, Pa. * **Mr. and Mrs. Enos Bond are spending the week in Detroit, Mich., in attendance upon the annual 'encampment of the G. A. R. * **Mrs. Ca'mack and children, 6022 Aberdeen street, arrived home after a delightful visit in Canada and Michigan. * **The Ideal woman's club was the guest of Mrs. Stella Moore, 6237 Ada street. The club has started out to do the work for the fall season. The Halloween party is also on foot, to be held at the residence of Mrs. Woodson, 6240 Ada Street, will be chairman of the evening Dinner all day. * **Mr. William Homan of 1350 W. 61st street made a dry visit it 'accentuously.' Mr. vis- Pineau Douglas 4483 The La V PHONE AUTO. 74-379 J. A. GRINNEY HOME BAKING AND DEPARTMENT DAIRY LUNCH Our Pies and Cakes are the Taste 3308 S. STATE ST. BRANCH STORE 4708 S. STATE STREET PHONE AUTO 75-909 Beautiful Mount Glenwood TRAINS DAILY; 2:15 Dearborn St., Polk St. Station; 2:25 2:30 Gardd and Wallace St. (Englewood). Call our office and Mount Glenwood Cemetery Association, Douglas 5574 BARGAINS IN REALITY Langley Ave., near 65th St., a substantial 5 and 6 rooms; each flat has separate bath and gas; frame garage. This价 for $492 per year can be bought on a pa per month and interest. Price $3100. Forest Ave., near 31st St., lot 30x125; building, containing 4 flats, bath and g in one flat and have 3 flats and 2 sto collect rent from. Will sell on easy term $720 per year. Price $5500. Wabash Ave., near 39th St. We are n a 2 flat brown stone front building, separate furnaces; perfect repair; rents On easy terms. Prairie Ave., near 35th St., double fran colonial porch; 2 separate houses of 7 plumbing; they are now rented for $540 can sell this property on very easy term. CALL FOR ONE OF OUR COMPLETE LISTS OF SOUR BOWERS, LEIBRANDT Douglas 986 6 E. 31st St., NOW OPEN JUSTAMERIE SUMMER RESIDENCE Corner Broadway Street and E. BENTON HARBOR, M Newest and most modern resort for se the heart of the beautiful Michigan fr $10 and up per week. Take Fair Plain or Michigan Street. TELEPHONE 1160 VAL. P. M. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE C. T. NELSON J. H. BENN CHIROPODIS Corns, Bunions, Ingrowing Nails and of the Foot Prices Reasonable Office Hours from 2 to 7 3104 So. State St., 2nd Floor Phones, Auto. 75-274—Doug THE OPPORTUNITY OF 3100-2 PHONE AUTO. 74-579 WHOLESALE AND R J. A. GRINNELL'S HOME BAKING AND DELICATESSE DAIRY LUNCH Our Pies and Cakes are the Best in the City 3508 S. STATE STREET BRANCH STORE 4708 S. STATE STREET PHONE AUTO 75-809 Beautiful Mount Glenwood Cemetery TRAINS DAILY: 2:15 Dearborn St., Polk St. Station: 2:25 at 47th and Stewart Ava.; 2:30 63rd and Wallace St. (Englewood). Call our office and arrange for transportation. Mount Glenwood Cemetery Association, 3125 South State Street Douglas 5574 Auto. 71-806 BARGAINS IN REAL ESTATE Langley Ave., near 65th St., a substantial 2 flat building, 5 and 6 rooms; each flat has separate front entrance, bath and gas; frame garage. This property renting for $492 per year can be bought on a payment of $20.00 per month and interest. Price $3100. Forest Ave., near 31st St., lot 30x125; a 4 story brick building, containing 4 flats, bath and gas; you can live in one flat and have 3 flats and 2 story brick barn to collect rent from. Will sell on easy terms. Total $720 per year. Price $5500. Wabash Ave., near 39th St. We are now abl a 2 flat brown stone front building, 7 and separate furnaces; perfect repair; rents $810 On easy terms. Prairie Ave., near 35th St., double frame house; colonial porch; 2 separate houses of 7 rooms each; op plumbing; they are now rented for $540 per year. We can sell this property on very easy terms. Price $290 CALL FOR ONE OF OUR COMPLETE LISTS OF SOUTH SIDE REAL E BOWERS, LEIBRANDT & O'BR Douglas 986 6 E. 31st St., N. E. Cor. 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. HAIR STRAIC AND DRYER They are made from highly polished and nickel plated. They will retain his lifetime if properly maintained. We are made in two sizes: px Manufactured by AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE C. T. NELSON 8000 DX CHI Corns, Bunions, Ingrowing Nails and All Ailn of the Feet Prices Reasonable Calls Promptly Respo Office Hours from 2 to 7 p.m. 3104 So. State St., 2nd Floor, C Phones. Auto. 75-274 - Douglas The Springvale Oil Capital Stock $50,000.04-No- In the famous "Heatton Field." 70 less than $1.00 per share. Be sure: S. W. SMITH, 5003 Dearborn St., 1st Flat, C. F. W. BRUNER, OG. Sec., Suite 201-3 Baum Bldg. Wonderful Port Mine, Lora's Shell treatment of the skin, is a wonderful aid to and beauty. Thousands grew of beauty. Thousands grew of through course of my treatment, if beauty. Thousands grew of also teach the complex to arise. Our mind, does a boy. See manage the damage of Beauty of Park, Frank Hours fr --- Minstrels. 11.—Richards intrels showed here sept. 2d and made a big costumes were elaborate, were good and the songs it. It is one of the best and shows that ever played here. Klen directed the band. After Mauzia Campble and Ben were entertained by their Byron Webster, formerly of The entire troupe send re- co all friends in and out of the session. ARITA, DAY AT GRAND. Carita Day is appearing at the Grand theater, having opened by special ar- rangement Thursday for the rema- nder of the week. WM. FOSTER ACTIVE MOVIES OF STATE ST. BUSINESS MEN'S HOUSES Wm. Foster, who toured the country with the "Railroad Porter" and "Mowies," that turned away crowds at playhouses, is now arranging to like pictures of the business houses of State street from 27th to 39th, and now the same in the State street theaters. His idea is a good one and derives the patronage of every progressive business man. CLARENCE WHITE COMING Clarence Cameron White of Boston, Mass., violinist, will appear in recital in Chicago the middle of October, under the direction of B. Emmanuel Johnson. At this recital Mr. Johnson will also present Miss Grace Galloy to play the Water concerto, Miss Badi Green the Mendelssohn concerto, Mr. Emund Green to play the lion-concerto. Two Stellway grand nos will be used. date and place will be announced mr. The Phyllis Wheatley Home Working Girls will be the bene- CHARITY BALL. Phyllis Wheatley Girls will Johnson's new hall with a grand ball early in October. It will of the leading events of the year, and it is most modern dance halls Watch for the date. DLEY CIRCUIT —S. M. Dudley , mgr; Martin pany. Howard mas, mgr; The & Walton, Les theater, Dudley mgrs; Wells & Wells, ons, Pramplin Trio, Dare us, Gus Stevens, Palace erly & Adams, mgrs; Walker, Chelsea theater, mgr; Hill Sisters. Rich- Hippodrome theater, W. J. ; Drake, Waltie Trio. —Boston theater, C. L. cr; Taylor & Taylor, Norfolk, Va. Globe Lords, mgr; Gasteen & ley Brewery, Columbia lv. Va. Columbia mkvery, Bailey & burg. Va.-Ford's thea- mgr, mgr; Frank Hen- Ner, N. H. B. Davis, mgr. Pittsburgh, Pa.-Star dinsky, mgr; Johnson ys & Walker. Detroit, udette theater, C. L. Dud Alonzo Moore, Alice Rame & Houze, Cincinnati, O. theater, Marion Brooks, mgr; Owens, Indianapolis, Ind. welter, Tm L' Owss ka-ky- Ruby- kuby r, mgrs; White orton, Hug Tur- NAR!!! WAR!!! 1d Opera Season Cancelled. of sadness we have . On account of the leago is deprived of season and yet through of an impressario we ar opera in the "Mattradordinary" on Sunct. 11th, 3:30 o'clock, r. 27th and State Patti Brown. Any kind British art Booker of Little Emanuel and Theo. Miss Ja-Ha-Da of grace to grace the oceance. The last rown was an ten when servable to gain this prima unassume intense this high on the left on reserved and Matt. and La street. SARIO. has reverted back rs and Peter P. has the greatest in photoplay real soldiers en by Mr. movies, the less known broad back-arod solari with a dash of er opportunity like in a decade again. play were staged in background is authens and trapping are of erod. One has the impulse to yield to it. masterpiece. Miss Rosa actress of rare ability, adding role by her actions. the original Princess Zaza on Ethicic classical play Alabah, and has conceived experience, so real that the reel brought a volcano of merriment and applause from the audience. Truth is stranger than fiction. To do yourself and children justice you should see this educational and instructive play, staged by real Afro-American soldiers. The greatest ever produced in photoplay productions. Madame Jennie Thompson of St. Louis, Mo, one of the "show me" state's most beautiful hostesses, is here visiting on her vacation and looks like any other dream. She was very much impressed with the Defender. Miss Esmeralda Statham and Mr. Tony Jackson are rehearsing a big act to return to the Grand theater. Esmeralda, where did you get the gowns and war in Paris? Never smugged, did you? Tell me; I won't tell no one else outside the Defender's 30,000 subscribers. Ugh! Some secret. Miss Edith Adams, the courteous attacke of the "Asia" cafe, is one of the grolls most polite waltresses; always amable; a very sweet girl. Miss Lucille Hegemin, the Georgia peach, holds sway at the Willow Springs cafe. Mr. Will Abel assists nightly. Miss Sallie Lee Johnstone, a jolly, petite, talented entertainer, goes one better by her spectacular and sensational although refined singing and dancing, regardless of the limited space to work in at the Elite cafe, between distinguished guests' tables. She charms and pleases her audience as no other one could do, in her own imitable ways, which are cute and very winsome. Her songs were diversified numbers. She should head a company of artists. Mr. Oliver Perry, one of America's best violinists, pretty little violinist, makes an amateur at St. Louis. Mo. That's why he plays the "blues and Lonesome Lane" so often through concerts at the Elite cafe. Now, if you really want to hear soul-stirring blues, hear Perry while the wife is away. Some people act peculiar when alone. Don't they? Miss Ethel Ridley, the bewitching, pretty enchantress, so chic, seeming, cunning as well as cute, after tactfully wondering whether it was her beauty, marvelously mixed up with Miss Salille Loving's sweet singing and very active movement. But though a delicate task I found the Venues just had the right system to deliver right kind of goods, ably assisted by an augmented orchestra, with Charles Gillams pulling four and five encores on his xylophone. He is an expert artist and his chimes are very nice. Mr. Ollie Powers, the sweet tenor, is manager of the popular Elmwood cafe, the show plar. he stroll. The Famous Pompe will undergo big decorating in the near future. Wa-h for the event. Mr. Ritz Jets and Miss Ruth Belmont model of the Chateau Gardens, have improved very much with their entertainment. The weather forced them inside and that tantalizing charmer still charms as innocent as a child does his father, assisted by an augmented orchestra. A clever team. Mr. Clarence Jones and Mr. Mitchell, two of America's greatest pianists and trap drummers, did a knockout duo at the popular play house called Lincoln theater. The States theater has the biggest orchestra on the stroll and uses pictures that play at the Studebaker downtown. Yes, Mabel, the Ahjah is coming; be patient. Why those beauty shop girls will be in the Ahjah. Miss Hazel Elliot and Miss Lottie Merry—those are real pretty children. Miss Jolie Mason, a sweet soprano singer, is the opening of the Poli cafe, with the most sophisticated mixologist in charge of amusement, one of the most courteous on the stroll, so amiable and polite. Miss Fayette Reese, the beautiful brown skin attach of the Taylor cafe, will be in the movies of the Ahjah, as she has the complexion of the Abysnians. Very Bohemian, that girl. The Office Press bureau announces that Chief Lowanika of the Barotse tribe in northern Rhodesia, has telegraphed to King George of England, offering his services in the war. Prince Umfrema Kabrega, the Ethiopian linguist of Unyoro Albert Nyanza, British East Africa, who has been retained to produce the warriors of the nubian soldiers in the famous play called "Ahijah," will show you how they fight. They meet death with glee and laughter. Now, for instance, we could send the 8th regiment and stop that war, from the way they played the movie at the Pekin theater, and climbing hills under dreadful and thrilling fire, showing love, intrigue, war—all mixed up. But we need them here, maybe to be the well-known Slay. I say, maybe to do that, but think Denison could get that war correspondent to climb hills if those guns were loaded with lead. Ugh! I honestly don't believe that Mr. Cary Lewis could serbe on the war unless he had an airship with altitude, and supplied with powerful field glasses as he is very nervous. By the way, Miss Irene Shadd, the popular manicurist of Brown and White's barber shop, will receive any information for Columbus Bragg, as he has the Defender and Freeman on sale all the time. Let me hear from you. Madame Ella E. Walkins, the popular mordicurist of the North Side, was seen at Madame Tyler's ice cream parlor, very much impressed with the Defender. She had visited Mr. R. W. Green, the undertaker this week. She looks the picture of health. Call again, madame. We stroller make you welcome on the South Side. Ocean Cable Figures Ocean Cable Figures. It takes three seconds to cross the Atlantic from England. It takes one thousand dollars a mile to lay and the total amount laid at the bottom of the sea is reduced to 20,000. VASSAR ACADEMY A HIT LATE DANCES PUT ON Managers Turnly, Haskins and Win field Pleased With Year's Outlook. Have you attended the Vassar Dancing Academy? No! Well you have missed the pleasure of the season. This class that meets on Wednesday evening and the charming girls of the city attend. The Defender reporter was there Wednesday of this week and just had "scrumptious time". The dolls looked sweet and danced beautifully such late dances as "The Broadway Glide", "1914 Two Step", "Laurel Tango" and the "Bon Bon Glide". The first man to meet is Joe Haddock. You must "come bye" him with a ticket. Then you see Haskins, Turnley, Winfield, managers of the Vassar. Wm. Haskins is the teacher and oh, he is so graceful and full of instructions. The music is furnished by the Peerless orchestra with flareon as director. When you imitate him you are doing by Souza's band. Everything is so sweet and sanitary. There are conveniences for checking your wraps and taxis await you at the door at the close of the school. Haskins said to the Defender reporter: "Don't fail to be here when we put on the Fan Tan." He told the reporter not to tell it, but like all newspaper men, he could not keep it. Watch the Defender for the exact date. The class is open every Wednesday night at Masonic Hall, 40th and St. street. 12TH REGIMENT BAND OFF FOR BOSTON. Patriarchs Under Col. B. H. Johnson Take Special Today at Noon. Delegates to the B. M. C. at Boston, Mass., next week will leave today for the meeting, arriving there Sunday evening in time for church. Col. F. H. Harris, from Boston, will give the H.F. Patriarchs, who will drill for a prize, Adjit. General Morris Lewis and District Grand Master George Kersey will head the party. Buckhanan Lewis is also in the party. "FOR THE HONOR OF THE 8TH" PLAYING BIG HOUSES Alfred Anderson Writes Wonderful Scenario for Bith Regiment. The classiest moving picture ever witnessed on the South Side was thrown upon the canvas at Pekin theater last Saturday night. Its title is "For the Honor of the 8th, Ill. U. S. A." The scenario was written by Mr. T. Alfred Anderson, Chicago's popular song writer, poet and playwright. Mr. Anderson not only wrote the play for the moving pictures but personally directed the players with the assistance of Col. Franklin A. Denison, who directed the "war maneuvers." The acting of Miss Marie Johnson, the lieutenant, major, colonel and the two Cubans was fine. Special mention should be made of the magnificent appearance of Gov. Dunne while reviewing the troops on governor's day, prior to the regiment's leave for Cuba. This is the first time that a man of national character, a governor of a state, has posed for a moving picture for the Afro-American race. Gov. Dunne, immediately after reviewing the parade, set his seal of approval for the immediate erection of the new 8th Armory. This picture will do much to educate our people along military and dramatic lines. It will give an opportunity to all races to see the first Afro-American regiment in camp, a call to battle, an exhibition of his bravery and heroism. Mr. Anderson deserves great credit for writing this wonderful play, and Col. Denison likewise for his assistance in making the picture the finest and most intelligent yet produced by photo players of the race. Nominated for State Senator in Tues day's Election. SYNDICATE DANCING HAS BIG ATTENDANCE Popular Thespians Introduce New Dances to Chicago's Elite Dancing Set. The Syndicate Dancing School opened on last Friday evening, Sept. 4, at Masonic Hall, 40th and State streets. It was a beautiful site and the hall was handsomely decorated, the like of which has not been seen there. The music was superb and all enjoyed the dancing immensely. Mr. Barnes, the sole proprietor and manager, introduced Prof. John G. Clark of Dayton, Ohio, who then introduced Miss Katherine Downing, Mrs. Samuel Thompson, Miss Clarissa Choppe and Mr. Albert Foster. Prof. Clark introduced one of his own dances called the "Bon Bon Trot." The class almost went into estacles over the new dance and within five minutes everyone in the house was dancing it. It was the first time the dance had ever been seen here. The ladies were charmingly gowned and the gentlemen were dressed in formal attire of the evening was the artistic decorations. Huge palms surrounded the orchestra and winging baskets of flowers and ferns hung throughout the hall. There was a lady attendant in the ladies waiting. The class meets every Friday night at Odd Fellows' Hall, 40th and State streets. Not at Home A little girl, on being told by her mother that when a child died an angel came and took her up to heaven, thought deeply for a moment, and then said: "Mamma, if an angel comes asking for me, say, 'In'" THE CHICAGO DEFENDER EIGHT REGIMENT IN MOVIES AT PEKIN SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Peter Jones to Show 12 Reels Friday, Saturday and Sunday Nights All for Ten Cents—Best Pictures Ever Seen On the Stroll. SHRINERS ON PARADE For the Honor of the 8th Ill., U. S. A., the Feature Film—"Sambo and Diano" and Nine Other Reels Will be Shown at the Pekin. Peter Jones, the enterprising moving picture promoter, will exhibit 12 reels Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Pekin Theater, 27th and State streets. It will be the last three nights to see "For Honor of the 8th U. S. A." which has been attracting big crowds nightly. See the dress parade which was reviewed by Gov. Dunne and staff, the 8th marching to Cuba, the great attack and repulse on the bridge, 1,000 soldiers in battle, the taking of the block house of San Juan Hill, court marshall, the firing of cannons and the shout of victory. A great picture, the like of which has not been produced by the race. Sambo and Diano. Sambo and Diano in which Matt Marshall the well known comedian takes the leading part. Its a side breaker. Don't miss it. A killer of the "blues." K. A. Nominated Tuesday for County Commissioner of Cook. LAUDERDALE-M'LEARY. While Mrs. W. G. Pascett, mother of Mr. Paul Lauderdale, was home preparing for a home wedding soon to take place between Mr. Lauderdale and Miss Emmie McLeary of Madison, Fln., the couple stole away on Wednesday, Sept. 2, in a large touring car accompanied by Miss Dora Jones of Nashville, Penn., a friend of the bride, who came here to be maid of honor, and Mr. Guerney Moore, of honor, and Mr. Guerney Moore, of honor, to man the groom. The ceremony took place at the home of Rev. and F. McCloe, relatives of the groom, 444 14th Ave, Maywood, Ill. They are at home at 4906 Wabash Ave. If You Are Artistic If you have artistic tendencies which are crying for expression there is no better way to express yourself than in your personal appearance and the arrangement and decoration of your home. Make yourself and your home works of art. You will find this material to be especially valuable a large amount of artistic vitality on second rate china painting, sketching, modeling and the like. Way of the Modern Post "Here in my poet's hovel is beating my wounded heart—My trembling fingers are writing a song of my sufferings' smart—Got that, young lady?—To the desert I fain would wander; and there would languish and die—Oh, thunder," said the great poet, "I've done enough work for today; tell John to crank my machine, and get me my automobile coat."—Man Lacht. Enamelware Cement For mending enamelware pots and pans where a, hole has been chipped off, the following is effective: Equal parts of soft putty, finely sifted coal ashes and slifted table salt. Mix all together and pack it into the hole. Place the mended article on the stove with a little water in it until the cement gets hard. It never falls, and it becomes as hard as the enamel itself. His Method of Living "What do you do for a living?" asked A of B, being the sort of inquisitive person that everybody wants to kick. "I breathe," answered B to a sarcastic sort of person that everybody wants to kick. —Cleveland Plain Dealer. Honeooked Husband's War An Englishman has invented a lawn mower like a horse clipper, which is operated with both hands. But what the hepecked husband wants is a lawn mower operated by Christian Science.-Louisville Courier-Journal But Think of His Friends Our ideal of a really democratic man is one who sticks to five-cent cigars no matter how much money he may make—Atlanta Journal. Let Nature leave its Way. Don't waste the picking of the dead leaves in spring, but let the map go up, and the will expand, and the dead leaves will fall of salve—F. L. H. ALONG THE NORTH SHORE ALONG THE NORTH SHORE MILWAUKEE, WIS. Milwaukee, Ws. Sept. 11.—Mrs. G. Schaefer's brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs. Graham, who were spending a week's vacation with Mrs. Schaefer, have now returned home, to Minneapolis, Minn. The Grahams were beautifully entertained by Mrs. Good, and finally a reception was given them by Mrs. Schaefer at her home, 432 220 street. * * * Mrs. P. G. Clark, 7008 Clark street, has returned from Muskegon, Okla., where she was attending the National Negro Business League. Miss Clotle E. Scott, head of the settlement work in Hyde Park, Chicago, will usually ill at her brother's home, Mr. Scott's son of the owners of Scott Bros. Her mother, Mrs. Elmira Scott, was hastily summoned to her bedside. Four doctors have been in attendance. We hope for her a speedy recovery. Rev. Fox, pastor of the Baptist church, and members of both churches have called in to see Miss Scott. WAUKEGAN Waukegan, Ill., Sept. 11.—Mr. Russell Brown and wife of 128 Lake street, spent Monday in Chicago with Mr, and Mrs. Chas. Hunter of 7 E. 28th street. Mr. Brown reports a good time in general and says Chicago chickens are just to his liking. * * * Mrs. R. C. Brown of 128 Lake street, who has been on the stock list for over two weeks, is improving. * * * The Defender can always be had at 128 Lake street, Brown's Barber shop. LAKE FOREST NOTES Lake Forest, Ill., Sept. 11.—The Old Folks' concert Friday night was quite a success. All of the women wore short dresses and the men wore short trousers. Mrs. Peter Williams, a lady CRABS STEAL EGG8. CRABS STEAL EGGS. Some interesting facts respecting the destructiveness of certain species of crabs in Grand Cayman, an island in the British West Indies, appear in a bulletin issued from the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. They are great burrowers, and cannibals, too. In places where they abound nothing is safe from them. They will take into their holes things for which they cannot conceivably find a use—a knife, for instance, or a pocket compass, says Manchester Guardian. They will eat the eggs from under a setting hen, if not the hen herself, as readily as the leaves of seeding coconut trees and of these from 6 to 10 per cent have to be replaced if they are planted in newly cleared ground before the crabs have been thoroughly thinned out. They are responsible for frequent patches of bare soil in the "bush," which get covered with vegetation when the crabs are gone. During the drier months of the early part of the year they go underground to change their shells, and add to their destructiveness by barricading the mouths of their holes with masses of sticks and rubbish, like jackdaw's nests, nipping off or rooting up saplings as much as three-quarters of an inch in diameter for the purpose. The Leon torpedo mime, which is being manufactured by a British concern, is said to be one of the deadliest weapons the ingenuity of man has ever devised. It is made so that it can be set to hover at any desired depth beneath the surface. It has a slight negative buoyancy and when placed in the water it sinks until a propeller is automatically brought into action and arrests its downward course. It can be used by any type of ship in the open sea and where there are tidal harbors it can be released by ships outside and allowed to float into the harbor. The mine has torpedo "whiskers" which project above it. If a vessel ever touches them it will be sent to the bottom by a tremendous explosion. Philadelphia has had so many deaths from burns lately that the director of the public health department has issued a bulletin advising persons whose clothing becomes ignited not to run wildly for help, but to lie on the floor or on the ground and roll, thus smothering the flames. "If there is a heavy woolen garment or blanket, or even a carpet at hand," he says, "one can roll up in it and smother the fire. If there is no other means, rolling on the floor may prevent serious or fatal injury." This is worth noting and remembering outside of Philadelphia. Countries complaining of the departure of their art treasures for foreign elites would do well to note the punishment meted out in Italy to Mme. Emma Cartier, who recently sold Tiepolo's "Loves of Armide," having it "clandestinely transported" abroad. Though the picture was her own property, according to the law of Italy, she has been ordered by the Genoa courts to pay over a 62,000 francs fine and 150,000 francs damage to the state. As she only realized 300,000 francs on the picture, Mme. Cartier has parted with the masterpiece virtually for 88,000 francs. If all the dresses made up in Paris styles that American buyers have purchased and can't bring home on account of the war are to remain on the other side of the Atlantic indefinitely, there will be a fresh incentive for American dressmakers to devise styles of their own, and for American women to accept them. It is asserted that of four hundred and fifty thousand pounds of opium imported into the United States last year fully 80 per cent was used for illegal purposes. There is one respect in which the old republic of the United States is less efficient in enforcing its laws than the young republic of China. When you hear the chattering of the sparrows in the morning does it occur to you that they may be expression of the federal it took a census of of some 50 odd years, was dressed in a short, full-gathered skirt with a neat ribbon on her gray hair, and Mr. Hart, a man of uncertain age, attired in knee trousers, showed the audience how courting was done about 50 years ago. There was an essay by Mrs. Izzie Stewart. She was dressed in a dress of 50 years ago and wore a poke bonnet hat trimmed in beautiful crimson ribbons. Solos by Mrs. Lucy Jefferson and Mrs. Cora Frank. A recitation by Mrs. Meeks Johnson and Miss Allen. The latter wore a very short red crepe paper dress. A duet was rendered by Mr. and Mrs. Sloan, who were also most elegantly attired. The last was a drill led by Mrs. Jefferson to the melody of "Old Time Rellies" the Dinner was served all day by Miss Hennedy land. The concert was given for the benefit of the pastor's New York trip. . . . The pastor, Rev. L. B. Brown, preached a splendid sermon Sunday morning. . . . Mr. Turner wishes to announce that the proceeds of the banquet on Thanksgiving will be paid on the church plano. . . . Miss Rosie Gans of Live Oak, Fla., spent the week end in Lake Forest. . . . Miss H. Little, Mrs. F. Williams, M. J. Caldwell, Messrs. J. Rodger, C. McIntosh, H. Sanders and Miss Helen Tives attended the plicnic given in Attenance Labor day. . . . Master Theodore Tives, who has been spending the summer in Lake Forest with his grandmother, Mrs. Williams, has returned to Chicago for school. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Fred Young spent Thursday in the city. . . Mrs.lara Caldwell has gone on a two-week Lexington, KY. . . Dr. and Mr. T. W. Tives spent Sunday in Chicago. . . . Mr. Robert Miller attended the concert Friday night. . . Mr. A. Aramhas has been taken to the hospital. . . . Please call up 668 for a "defender" THE NOISELESS LIFE THE NOISELESS LIFE. In one of his novels H. G. Wells gives his chemist-hero the congenial exploit of manufacturing synthetic rubber into all sorts of amazing new forms, beginning with paving blocks and ending with flexible glass. Like many of Mr. Wells' prophecies it is not so very far off a track, says Boston Transcript. London has just seen a rubber goods exhibition in which the juice of that kindly tropic tree has been shown in the most diverse forms imaginable. Rubber streets are a mild vision beside a room furnished entirely out of the product with rubber wallpapers of charming designs, rubber curtains fastened with rubber rings on rubber poles, a rubber carpet, rubber chairs and tables, paper weights, inkstands, letter racks and lampstands. The rubber tire—without which automobiles would be a practical impassibility—and the golf ball—but for which presidential recreation would be out of the question—are witnesses enough to the immense serious importance of rubber. In the kindler vision of fantasy one can see the world progressing relentlessly from stone age, bronze age and iron age to the rubber age to come. Then indeed the strenuous life will have few terrors, when the streets, walks and stairs are one great rubber heel for the restless feet of humanity, and elevates, dishes and even typewriters join in the furthering of the noiseless life. There are more people engaged in domestic service in England and Wales than in any other industry or service in the two countries. Domestic indoor servants, according to the census returns, number 1,302,438, of whom 41,175 are men. Exclusive of domestic service, agriculture affords employment to more persons than any other single industry or service, there being 1,229,555 farm workers, of whom 94,841 are women. In coal mining 971,236 persons are engaged, including 37,185 women, who nowadays are employed in the lighter work on the surface, such as sorting. Figures for other industries are: Building, 817,942; cotton manufacturing, 623,825, of whom more than half are women; railway services, 542,969; engineering and machine making, ironfounding and bollermaking, 510,226, while there are 588,951 persons engaged in local government services, including the police. Miss Viola Mutch, daughter of William Mutch, a multi-millionaire of Honolulu, has gone to the Hawaiian islands to take up a work to which she has devoted years of preparation. The young heiress is deaf and dumb and has just completed a course in the deaf and dumb school at Berkeley. There are many afflicted with lack of hearing in Hawaii, and recently the territorial government appointed a commission to arrange for the establishment of a deaf and dumb school there. Miss Mutch took the school course with the object of helping others as well as that of gaining speech, and when asked to do so she at once consented to be the first teacher in the new school. A carriage that belonged to Napoleon has been impounded by the Austrian authorities until its owner, Prince Blucher, pays some taxes that are overdue. The prince is a descendant of the famous Prussian general who turned the tide of battle at Waterloo. The carriage was part of the booty which fell to his lot after the battle. In some parts of the country they are forming organizations to offer all sorts of inducements to the wild birds to stay the year round; elsewhere they are organizing brigades to drive them away with Roman candies. But, when you come to think of it, they are working in perfect harmony. When a rich girl elopes with a chauffeur her folks have the consolation that if she hadn't she might have been picked up for a wife by a foreign count. THE NEW YORK TIMES "What have you planned to do when the long, dark evenings come?" To get the fullest enjoyment from these evenings, you must see to it now that you have the right kind of light. An improper light is responsible for a great many ills besides eyes strain. It induces nausea, indigestion, and nervous irritation. It causes a loss of time and temper, and its unremitting inadequacy has brought many a worthy ambition to a premature and untimely end. Whether you plan to work or play you need proper light, or your plans will come to grief. There is only one scientifically accurate and satisfactory home illuminant. It is The Amber Glow Gas Light. In spite of the fact that it is the best, it is also the cheapest. Amber Glow Lights are so cheap that they can be enjoyed by anybody. 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SEN The Guarantee Manufacturer Plumes, all Ostrich feath fancies mad ing, curling Plumes ma promptly at MME. LAM SECOND 3149 Indiana Ave. TELEPHONE Heating Box TIP-MACK 19 911 2055 SHOP09 DER NED CO Ma Ae Mag Her Husband Died. At a dinner party given to announce my engagement we discovered there were thirteen seated at the table. One of my friends spoke of it laughingly, but mother said it foretold death. In one mouth she was in the grave and two weeks after my wedding my husband was stricken with heart disease and died instantly. —Chicago Tribune. GIANTS MAKE CLEAN SWEEP; GRACE WINS TOO American Giants Take All Games from Royals — Eastern Men Play Listless Ball — Thomas Makes Good Catch. GRACE FOUR-TIME WINNER W. H. Thompson Win Two Hard Games—Drew Beaten—Diamond for All American Team. By Frank A. Young. The American Giants made a clean sweep of the world's series here by defeating the Brooklyn Royals Sunday 3 to 1. Foster's men had the easterners' goat, for they played listless ball behind the pitching of Dismukes. At that it was the best game of the whole series. Webster went to the bat once with his shin guards on and the impression the fans got from him was that he didn't have faith in himself against the brand of pitching that Jenkins was offering. Errors and poor head work got Dismukes in the hole. The batting of both Barber and Francis has been the feature of the series. The Giants were in mourning for Lindsay, who died last Tuesday. Lindsay was one of Rube's best men, and is mourned by men of both races for he was one of the best pitchers in the business. ```markdown ``` The feature of the Sunday game was a running catch by Thomas of the Royals after he had made a costly error. The score: Am. Gants.....0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 *-3 Am. Giants.....02010000*-3 Royal Giants.....000000001-1 Runs—Americans: Gans (2), Francis. Royals: Clark. Double plays— Barber unassisted; Hill to Barber. Struck out—By Jenkins, 5; by Dis. Mukes, 3. Bases on balls—Off Jenkins, 1; off Dismukes, 1. Umpires— Fitzgerald and Wheeler. Time—1:40. Grace for the fourth time on the championship of the Presbyterian Dip. and when they defeated Beth any in a hard-fought game which they captured 5 to 2. The Grace team will play September 19 at Washington Park against the winners of the north division for the championship of Cook county. Saturday's game was full of features. Wilson's fine pitching, the playing of Pete Madden at third, Ray Reeves' catch in the outfield and Motley's timely catch in the eighth inning which saved the Beth any team from scoring were the features of the game. The score: Grace Presbyterian. R. H. P.O. A. E. Reeves, lf. 2 3 1 0 0 Auber, 1b. 0 0 11 0 2 Baker, ss. 1 4 6 3 0 Hard, cf. 0 0 1 0 0 T. Reeves, rf. 0 0 1 0 0 Motley, c. 0 0 6 1 0 Thorasson, 2b. 0 0 0 2 1 Madden, 3b. 1 1 1 1 1 Lison, p. 1 1 0 4 0 Totals. 5 9 27 11 4 Bethany Reformed Presbyterian. R. H. P.O. A. E. Hunsinger, lf. 0 0 0 0 0 N. Penn, 1b. 1 3 13 0 0 Wanakes, rf. 1 2 0 0 0 Brandsma, ss. 0 0 2 3 1 Carrier, c. 0 1 7 2 0 Albina, cf. 0 0 0 0 0 Bass, 2b. 0 0 1 3 0 Wancho, 3b. 0 0 0 1 0 Zelliger, p. 0 0 1 4 0 Totals. 2 6 24 13 1 Bethany. 0 0 0 0 0 0 2-2 Grace. 0 0 2 0 2 0 1-5 Two-base hit--Madden. Struck out —By Wilson, 5; by Zeiliger, 7. Base on balls--Off Wilson, 0; off Zeiliger, 2. Stolen bases--R. Reeves (3), Baker (3), Madden, Penn. Double play— Wilson to Baker to Peacher. Hit by pitched ball--Wanikas. Time of game =1:45. Umpire--Sullivan. Good tossed ball. The William Hale Thompson defeated two of the fastest white teams around this city when they defeated the Marines on Sunday to 9 to 3, and again on Labor Day when they won from the Friaries to 7. Both games were featured by the pitching of the Thompson. The Marine game was bitterly fought, for the white boys were determined to win, for once before this season they lost to the Thompson. Desryk was in good form and struck out eleven batters. The hardest fought game was on Monday and the pitching of Baher was the feature. One of the largest crowds that have ever witnessed a game at Washington Park was out and it took the combined efforts of two police to keep the crowd back. Henderson brought the crowd to its feet by a wonderful catch in the back of the whistle and the game. In the seventh he knocked out run, the longest ever seen out there, but misconstruing Baker's signal as he rounded third he hit the dirt. Cousin in his excitement ran and helped him to his feet. He crossed the plate before the ball was in the infield, but the Prairies called the umpire's attention to Cousin's act and Henderson was called out. Braxton won the game in the ninth. With the score tied and the call of two and three on him, and with the white rooters pulling for the opposing pitcher to fan him, he waded into the next ball pitched and sent it to left for a single, scoring Lewis from third with the winning run. - Other Sporting News. Howard Drew lost a race, but it was a handicap affair. Tredway, a fast man from Yale, was the victor and the white boy was given five yards on the great sprinter. Drew was right on Tredway's heels and the time for the race was given out as 9% seconds. Track men and their coaches in and about this city who have watched the work of H. Binga Dismond pronounce him even greater than the late John B. Taylor. The sporting writers of the country's biggest papers are booming the lad for the next All-American team that crosses the water to represent this country. Binga won the Western Conference meet in 48% seconds, looking over his shoulder. He also broke several records when at Dayton he lowered the Ohio state record, and at the University of Chicago he lowered the record made by Homer Ted Meredith of Pennsylvan SOME PARTICIPANTS IN SEARS-ROEBUCK ANNUAL ATHLETIC GAMES SATURDAY 1 Top Row, Left to Right—H. Kelley, George Smith, Manager of Track Team and Captain of Baseball Team; H. O. Earley. Bottom Row—S. Pitts, W. E. Earley, Jr., F. J. Leeper. Twenty thousand people assembled at Homan Field, Saturday, to witness the fifth annual athletic games of the Sears-Rockchuck Company. Among this number were 400 Afro-American sport lovers gathered to lend encouragement to the six young men of the race who participated in the various events. The broad spirit of this firm of which Julius Rosenwald is president, encourages athletic sports among its employees and these events are looked forward to with interest. Saturday's games, however, brought out the largest attendance since the events were inaugurated. The race's quota of participants were F. J. Leeper, H. Kelley, S. Pitts, W. E. Earley and N. Earley. No records were broken by these enthusiastic athletes; they did not even win an event, but they took part in the one-mile and half-mile races, 200 and 100 yard dash, running, broad jump and shot put. Praised by F. A. Neglay, H. Lang, F. Hatata and other white officials, they will continue their training and hope for success in the next annual events. A. V. Turner, who unfortunately is not included in the group accompanying this story, is credited with the following feat: In one of the dashes he started in a bunch of 33 men and was almost the last to get off; he zig-zagged his way to the head of the column and leashed with ease up to within 80 yards of the goal, when he was taken with cramps and had to leave the field. One of the substantial activities of the Afro-Americans employed by the firm is the Tuskegee Aid and Protec tive club, organized principally to maintain two scholarships at the f mous institute. The officers of the club are: William Jones, president Thomas K. Ross, secretary; John Ross, assistant secretary, and William Nelson, treasurer. A. A. have lots to worry about these days, for Dismond is out to take everything in sight. ILLINOIS STATE CIVIL Hydrotherapist. (At Kankake only.)—Salary $50 to $75 a month with Dismond is an orphan. His father was a physician in Richmond and his mother was the daughter of a prominent Colored clergyman in the South. Before going to Chicago University Dismond attended the Richmond Union University, a Baptist school for Afro-American boys, for some years, and it was there that he first showed signs of becoming a clinder path star. Dismond is a freshman at Chicago University, and under the conference rules he can represent his university for three more years. HOWARD DREW WINS Runs Farewell Race in East, Doing 100 Yds. in 0:09 4-5. Special to The Chicago Defender. Worcester, Mass., Sept. 11.—John Drew, an admirer of the Chicago Defender, running from scratch, carrying the colors of the University of Southern California, took the 100-yd dash in 9-4.5 seconds in his farewell eastern appearance at the Electric Light Carnival of the New England Fair on Wednesday night. Although Drew is an Afro-American, the thousands of people crowded to shake his hand. He is America's fastest runner ED WINFIELD WINS THREE MEDALS AT Y. M. C. A. Former Sparring Partner of Jack Johnson Hero of Day at Wabash Asso. Ed Winfield, a former sparring partner of Jack Johnson won three medals at the Wabash Avenue Association, Sept. 7, in a swimming race. He was first in the 100-yd, dash, first in the 140-yd, dash, and second in the 10-yard dash. He was awarded three medals. In the exhibition for ladies he remained under water 1 minute and 7 seconds. He finished eighth in the Chicago Marathon last summer. ANDREW RUSSEL NOMINATED FOR STATE TREASURER Early Returns Show That Jacksonville Man Has Been Nominated by Republicans—No Definite Figures on Afro-American Candidates. Mr. Russo has been in the banking business for forty years and is thoroughly familiar with the financial interests and needs of Illinois. Identified with the Republican party since young manhood, he has taken an active part in politics for years and is known in every county in Illinois. He is past president of Illinois Bankers' Association; has five times been city treasurer of Jacksonville; served six ANDREW RUSSELL years as member of State Board of Pardous; has for a long period been identified with the educational interests of his home city, and with passing years has met the responsibilities of various positions in a manner entitleting him to public confidence. In the present campaign Mr. Russel stands upon his record in public and private life. The office of treasurer in his hands would be able, efficiently and honestly managed. Irony of Fate. Another cross which we strive to bear as patiently as we can is that we are expected to kiss the wife's relatives with whom we'd rather shake hands and shake hands with those we rather kill. The race's quota of participants were F. J. Leeper, H. Kelley, S. Plitts, W. E. Earley and N. Earley. No records were broken by these enthusiastic athletes; they did not even win an event, but they took part in the one-mile and half-mile races, 200 and 100 yard dash, running, broad jump and shot put. Praised by F. A. Negley, followed, F. Hatata and other white officials, will continue their training and hope for success in the next annual events. The winner, who unfortunately is not included in the group accompanying this story, credited with the following feat: In one of the dashes he started in. ILLINOIS STATE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION Notice of Examination Saturday, October 3, 1914—Applications Must Be on File in Springfield Before 5 P. M., Wednesday, September 23, 1914. By Our Representative, R. R. Jackson. No application blanks for this examination will be mailed from the office of the commission after September 21. Examinations will be held Saturday, October 3, 1914, except as specially indicated below, in Anna, Chicago, Dunning, Elgin, Geneva, Golconda, Harrisburg, Jacksonville, Kankakee, Lincoln, Marion, Mt. Vernon, Murphysboro, Peoria, Springfield, Urbana, and Watertown, for the following positions: Department Clerk—Class A, Rank III.—Salary $5 to $120 a month. Age limits 21 to 60 years. Scope and weights: Training and experience, 3; questions on compiling and tabulating statistics, handling correspondence, filing, and responsible office work. 7 Court Stenographer—Class A, Rank IV. (at Chicago and Springfield only). Salary $105 to $150 a month. Age limits 21 to 55 years. (Vacancies now existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience, 2; rapid and accurate transcription of editorial matter dictated at 120 words a minute, 2 and of testimony dictated at 140 words a minute, 3; plain copy and rough draft, 2; duties, 1. Secretary Rivers and Lakes Commission.—Salary $200 to $300 a month. Age limits 25 to 60 years. (One vacancy existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience, 4; questions on the supervision of office and field work, keeping accounts and records, and modern office methods, 6. Chief Clerk, Food Commission—Class A, Rank IV.—Salary $125 to $200 a month. Age limits 25 to 60 years. (One vacancy existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience, 4; questions on keeping records, handling correspondence, food and sanitary laws, geography of Illinois, and routing of Food Inspectors, 6. Fireman—Class O, Rank I—(A Springfield and Geneva only.) Salary at institutions $10 to $50 a month with full maintenance; in departments, $50 to $75 a month. Age limits 21 to 50 years. (Vacancies now existing.) Scope and weights: Training and ex- perience; 3; practical and oral tests on boiler room methods; 7. Good physical condition is necessary. Those who pass may be appointed only in the districts where they reside. Inspector of Pharmacies—Salary $125 to $150 a month. Age limits 25 to 60 years. (One vacancy existing.) Scope and weights: Training and ex- perience; 3; questions on the pharmacy law and means of enforcing it. Canal Superintendent — Class R, Rank III.—Salary $175 to $210 a month. Age limits 25 to 60 years. (One vacancy existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience, 4; questions on the supervision of operation, construction, and repair work on the Illinois and Michigan Canal, and on office methods, 6. (A grade of 70 on the written portion is required. Those so qualifying will be assembled at a later date for a supplementary oral examination.) Secretary Farmers' Institute—Salary $150 to $200 a month. Age limits 25 to 60 years. Scope and weights: Training and experience, 4; questions on modern office methods, farming conditions in Illinois, preparing reports, and arranging for speakers at county institutes. 6. (A grade of 70 on the written portion is required. Those so qualifying will be assembled at a later date for a supplementary oral examination.) Insurance Clerk—Class J, Rank I. Salary $55 to $120 a month. Age limits 21 to 60 years. (Vacancies now existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience; 3; questions on clinical work of checking annual statements, preparing memoranda for annual reports, proof reading, and policy valuation, requiring good penmanship and rapid, accurate handling of problems in arithmetic, 7. Plasterer—Salary $60 to $75 a month and malatence. Age limits 21 to 55 years. (Vacancies now existing.) Scope and weights: Training and experience; 7; physical condition as shown by application. 3. This examination will be unassembled; questions will be sent directly to candidates. THE CHICAG DEFENDER K GAMES SATURDAY m and Captain of Baseball Team; H. Jr., F. J. Leeper. bunch of 33 men and was almost the last to get off; he zigzagged his way to the head of the column and led them with ease up to within 80 yards of the goal, when he was taken with cramps and had to leave the field. One of the substantial activities of the Afro-Americans employed by this firm is the Tuskegee Aid and Protective club, organized principally to maintain two scholarships at the famous institute. The officers of the club are: William Jones, president; Thomas K. Ross, secretary; John Ross, assistant secretary, and William Nelson, treasurer. Hydrotherapist. (At Kankakee only.)- Salary $80 to $75 a month with full maintenance. Age limits 21 to 50 years. (Vacancies now existing). Scope and weights: Training and experience; 3; questions on the theory and practice of Hydrotherapy and message; 3; practical and oral tests, 4. Female Attendant—Salary $20 to $30 a month with maintenance. Age limits 18 to 50 years. (Vancancies now existing.) Scope and weights: Common school requirements; 3; duties of the position; 2; physical condition. 5. Examinations for Attendant, Domestic and Laborer are held every weekday at the State Charitable Institutions. Address requests for information to State Civil Service Commission, Springfield, Ill. KEEP CHILDREN CLEAN (Press Service Department of Health.) Every child gets dirty. So do grownups, for that matter. But most grownups do not have to be told to wash their faces, comb their hair and keep themselves clean. Children not only have to be to do to the things that make for bodily neatness and cleanliness, but they must be continually looked after to see that they do not neglect these important matters of personal hygiene. All mothers know these common failings and are governed accordingly; they know that eternal watchfulness is the prime essential in everything that pertains to the good health and right habits of their children. But not all mothers know or fully understand the need of special care and watchfulness on their part during the months when the schools are in session and all the children of school age are brought into daily contact in the schoolrooms and playgrounds of the city. Many of the diseases so common to child life are contracted in the schoolroom. During the time the schools are in session these are prevalent; epidemics of them do not occur in vacation time; or the contrary, it is then that they reach the lowest ebb. But when the schools reopen September it is only a short time before there is a noticeable rise in both the case-rate and the death-rate of the communicable diseases. Parents can do much toward promoting community health by keeping the most careful watch over the health of their own children. The slight sore throat, a little rise in temperature, a slight eruption on the body, are indications of possible, even probable danger, and should not be neglected. It is far better to call your family doctor and be safe than it is to do your own doctoring and be sorry. Then, too, children, while in school, can bring things home that are not desirable for them to have, besides disease. Chief among these are vermin, many kinds. Sometimes it may happen that the presence of the housewife's horror, the elusive bedbug, is traceable back to the cloakroom at the school your children attend. More often, when it is discovered that Johnny or Mary, or both, are caught vigorously and persistently scratching their heads, mother declares with much emphasis that she knows "They got 'em at school." And mother is right every time. Nothing is more certain than the fact that out of a thousand or more children from several hundred homes, there will be some that are not free from vermin of some kind, and generally the type that infest the head are found. If only every mother would give her children a careful going over before the schools open in September, it would be a fine thing; for certainly it would be a great help in keeping the children clean, to have them begin the school year free from disease or pests of any kind. Here is the formula that the Department of Health recommends: Take kerosene and sweet oil, one-half pint each. Mix the kerosene and sweet oil, and rub the mixture well into the scalp. Then with a piece of muslin cover the hair and fasten it above the head. Do not permit the child to approach a lighted gas jet or flame of any kind. In the morning wash the scalp well with soap and hot water, then wet the hair with hot vinegar, after which use a fine-toothed comb wet in hot vinegar to remove "nits." Dry hair with a towel before going out. Repeat this two or three nights. When Re thing it is Enjoyable. The aver: can it be roughly it for a while one to do the rough Globe. 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Special $1.98 ```markdown ``` 3218 "TA PRAIRIE STATE EVENTS The Latest News from Jacksonville, Decatur, Peoria, Braidwood, Torino and Other Illinois Towns. By Miss Jessie Allen. Jacksonville, Ill., Sept. 11.—Mr. Frank Mallory of Mallory Bros. spent Thursday and Friday in Alton attending the Wood River Association. * * Dr. A. H. Kennibrew made a trip to Alton, Thursday, where he lectured to the association on hygienics. * * Mrs. H. H. Dewitt left Tuesday afternoon to visit her mother in Galeton, Tenn., who has been ill for some time. Mrs. Dewitt will be gone about three weeks. * * Mr. Emty Baptist church gave its annual Sunday school picnic at Nichols Park, Thursday. There was a large attendance, both old and young taking part in the different contests. * * Word has been received in the city of the death of Major Brown of Chicago. Mr. Brown married Miss Victoria Spencer of this city about six years ago, and since that time they have made their home in Chicago. Mrs. Brown has the sympathy of the community in her bereavement. * * Miss Emma Smith of Bloomington returned to her home after a pleasant visit with Misses Rice and Sharp. * * Mrs. John Hathman and daughters Genieve and Helen have returned from Chicago, where they have been visiting the last three months. Mrs Genieve is our only senior in the high school this year. * * Mrs. Moore and this year. * * Mrs. Dewitt have returned from Alton, where they have been attending the association meeting. We are glad to note Rev. Weilment is still our moderator. * * Mr. Leon Smith is spending a few days in Springfield, Decatur and Chicago. * * Mr. Paul Briscoe left Sunday night for Chicago, where he expects to make his home. We regret very much in losing him as he would have been a junior this year in the high school. He was also a member of the football squad. * * Mr. John Easley and Clarence Duncan are in Springfield on business. * * Miss Eunice Seals entertained informally Sunday afternoon. Those present were Miss Margaret Dewitt, Mrs Saunders, Jessie Allen and Avanna Walden. * * Those on the stick list this week are Mrs. Wm. Triplett, Mrs. Chas. Sharp and Charlie Hall. * * Mrs. Laura Lafayette and daughter have returned from Chicago, where they have been visiting for the last two months. They report an ideal time in the "windy city" and hope to soon return. * * Mrs. Curry is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David Spencer. Mrs. Curry is in the catering business in Washington, Iowa. Champaign, III. By Z. L. Breedlove Champaign, Ill., Sept. 11.—Miss May Tutt, a student at Brown's business college who has been sick for the past six weeks, is somewhat better. *** Miss Bell Orendorf and Miss Alice Lee successfully arranged a surprise party on Miss Alice Moor Thursday Dress and Street Trimmed Hats—artistically trimmed with' ostrich, velvet flowers and gold effects $2.98 $7.50 values LINCOLN-MILLINERY "TAKE A PEEK AT OUR WINDOWS" OPEN EVENINGS --- We cordially invite you and your friends to inspect our Fall millinery display. We have placed for your approval many of the latest Parisian effects in the We carry children's school hats. "Hats Delivered Free of Charge LINCOLN-MILLIN 3 STATE STRE TAKE A PEEK AT OUR W "Hats Delivered Free of Charge" were present and stayed until a late hour. Refreshments were served and a very enjoyable time was spent. * **Mr. Farl B. Dickerson, a graduate of the University of Illinois, left Sunday for Vincennes, Ind., where he is to hold the position of principal of the high school. Last year Mr. Dickerson taught English at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, at Tuskegee, Ala. * **Miss Elbie Cameron, formerly of this city but now a resident of Birmingham, Ala., arrived here Saturday morning to spend a fortnight with Miss Myrle Moss. Miss Cameron is at present the secretary of the Windham Brothers Construction Company, which is the largest construction firm controlled by Afro-Americans. * **The B. L. I. O. U. of A. Local No. 14, Champaign and Urbana, gave a dance at Melbeck's hall, Monday evening. About twenty couples were present and every one reported a good time. * **Mrs. Orchestra furnished the music. * **Mr. and Mrs. Chaucerry Ryder have returned home from Princeton, Ind., where they spent the summer visiting Mr. and Mrs. A. McDonald and Mr. Ryder's mother. * **Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Moss have moved into their new home, 202 East Washington street. * **Mrs. Ernest Bunn of Chicago and Mrs. Carrie Monroe of Austin are the guests of Mrs. William Brewer at her residence, 1202 W. Main street, Urbana. * **Mrs. L. Beatty has installed a furnace at his residence, 717 N. Nell street. * **Miss Naomah Bunn of Chicago is here visiting Mr. Chester W. Brewer. * **The Barac Bible class of Bethel A. M. E. church met at Mr. Albert Lee's residence, 101 N. Walnut street. * **Tuesday evening. * **Insure yourself against sickness and accident. The Home Protective Association, office 32 N. Hickory street. * **Mr. and Mrs. Percy Laurey have moved from Cairo to this city. * **Remember that The Defender is always on sale at 32 N. Hickory. * **Mr. Will Beeler of Danville drove to Champaign in his five-passenger car Labor day. * **Mr. Percy Hawkins has returned from Alton, where he attended the Baptist Association. DR. M. BOUSFIELD WEDS MISS MAUDELLE BROWN Well-Known Chicago Physician Becomes Benedict in St. Louis—"At Home" October 1. (Special to The Chicago Defender.) St. Louis, Mo. Sept. 11.—Miss Meudelle Brown, a teacher in the public schools and one of the most brilliant and charming girls of the West, was married here to Dr. Mdian Othello Bousfield of Chicago, Ill. The wedding took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown, parents of the bride, Wednesday, September 9. The "newlyweda" left that evening for Chicago and will reside at the home of Dr. Bousfield, 4630-Evans avenue. At home October 1. Dr. Bousfield has the Dr. H. Reginald Smith, whi London Medical University. Plague of R There is said to acre of ground in causing a loss tr $73,000,000. of Charge" ILLINERY STREET AT OUR WINDOWS AT THE STATE CAPITAL. Newsw Letter of Events of Interest During the Week in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD, OHIO SPRINGFIELD, OHIO. Springfield, O. Sept. 11.—Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Conner entertained with a four-course dinner Friday. Covers were laid for Mrs. Anna Nelson of Gallipolls, Mrs. James Anderson of Charleston, W. Va.; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Miss Green and Mr. Turner of Xenia; Mrs. Fanny Easton of Chicago, Mrs. Lena Davis of Dayton, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Trumbo, Miss Mary Johnson, Mr. Fanny Roberts and Mr. Thomr * Mist May Ramsey entertain at the residence of Mrs. Horace (on-State street Tuesday, evening honor of Miss Phil Turner, Mrs. and Mrs. OPEN EVENINGS Copyright 1918 Cape Breakers of Co. Climax 3218 VS" AL. rent abor The chrift and renal at adced was but to death calu-day fill-and t in store ams suc-sev and aarge life. seral em-day, with rad- and Mr. ung He of was only renur-sur- y at con-was and coot- New gu Ho anc Ma to w c of thei-was t. retu. at Ch. relatives. and daug and daug from a thon, W. V Mrs. Reed White h'weeks v Mrs. Elaine Carrie M Mof. Troy Matthew and with vers of of Os- miss fra. ena ton Ils ar Chicago Defender OPENING OF SCHOOL. ue, I'm back in school ings by rod an' rule; Min', writin', rithmatic, Jes sto makes a feller sick, Wen he's jes had a month er two With nothin' much but play to do. Treckon though I'll have to stay It won't be long till Saturday. her's come, I'm back in school 'things by rod an' rule; Mlin', writin', rithmatic, Jes sto makes a feller sick, Won he's jes had a month er two With nothin' much but play to do. 'reckon though I'll have to stay It won't be long till Saturday THE MILLS OF THE GODS. INDUCEMENT IS NOW HELD OUT FOR OUR IN THE ARMY, an order from the War Depart- received by the different recruiting stations to acce- tain infantry. It is understood that they will be sent ii or to the Philippines. Not so very longage it but that we were not wanted, that we were unre- vere unmanageable unless ruled over by white offi- ders other untrue and unpleasant things were said dency to make the vast majority feel loathe to offer a country that so little appreciated them. And face of the spilled records made in every war seen. H. L. Meites, writing in the Tribune under the Jews and the War," says: "There are now over are in the Russian army defending the Slavic man-saving their life blood for the expansion and no slavism. They are fighting for 'Holy Russia', human rights, where they are cut off from the neither buy, rent, or even till. They are shut service and are restricted in the adoption of the The Jewish children in Russia may not form it of the pupils in the government schools, nor of the students in the universities. They are of citizenship, but they must discharge its and merely to live unmolested and to attend t hinderance they must bribe the police Jews, for all these kindly privileges, sym- and Mr. Meites adds: "This may seem to be, yet it is the absolute truth." Had the American, we might not have the American people or rather a cer- mitted doing anything to the Negro to the Jews, it was simply a case of mal and they doubtless beg to be and yet we, like the Jews, would take country, and why shouldn't we? It is long foothold to any people, and too can we? Might does not always make on top tomorrow. We must be identi- cerns the welfare of the country, else recognition? It has been demonstrated divided against itself, there must be a later and this time we must abide. Out trouble as it is, may come the Jew's salva- darkness and despair. The mills of the my grind exceedingly fine. DEN OPPORTUNITY. S OPPORTUNITY now presents itself like inroads on the foreign trade monopo- ly the old world powers. Africa, South us are practically at a standstill from are appealing to us to relieve the sit- half the battle. The salesman who ow his goods is reasonably sure of a m, and so now is our golden oppor- It might be asked what we as a g of fortune at the country's door. large mills or factories, own no considerable portion of the work- port things. We are no incon- mer farm products, and we share our ability, in every good thing in great republic of which we are a this great republic of which we are a the little republic for which we are to the United States for trade relief and aid their cry. In their self-government they did what Christianized and educated people opportunity. There were but ten thousand this country, but they have extended theirsible citizenship is now 60,000. And to this handful of people keep something any of whom are in a state of primitive. The eyes of our little world should be it is the advanced outpost of Negro self- IN ITS PLACE, and there is street corners is no place for Chicago is blessed with numerous edifices that cost thousands of sands more; there is room for some. In the past dissension lies and the warring faction their own, that is the reason within prac- Chicago is true elsewhere; it is the same old story of a fight for power and leadership, though it is a pity the house of God should be the scene of these ruptures, but nothing seems sacred when it interferes with certain selfish men's ambitions. The street corner ranter is but a lower type of disseiter, he or she is without a following strong enough to find a shelter so they resort to the next best thing and constitute themselves a public nuisance by their nightly harangue to street loafers. For the most part they are densely ignorant and the way they murder the Queen's English is a caution. The laws of America give everyone the right to free speech; that law is too often abused. The reason these men and women are not driven from the street is because we have reverence for religion in whatever form it comes to us, but we should not let sentiment rule our better judgment. Yelling, moaning and waving their hands frantically in the air it is but natural that they draw a crowd of curiosity seekers the majority of whom are either amused or disgusted with the performance. If there is any one thing that we as a race possess it is a craving for religion—a splendid thing when taken with equal doses of worldly requisites. Let us discourage these street corner divines (?) by refusing to lend them our presence, and what is more by refusing to contribute our hard-earned cash to support them in idleness. BARKING UP THE WRONG TREE IF OUR RACE ORATORS AND CHAMPIONS EXPENDED AS MUCH ENERGY AND ELOQUENCE in an effort to convince the white people that they were treating us unjustly as they do to convince us that we are being treated unjustly, the race would be vastly better off in every particular. In our churches, clubs, theaters and halls "talkfests" are frequently held and we are told by the learned ones of the race—assisted usually by one or two members of the dominant race (?) who have previously been convinced—the same old stubborn facts that we have known for years, and know so well that we could almost say them backwards. And when we have listened patiently for a couple of hours, applauding intermittently, automatically, we saunter out into the cold world in a half dazed condition and only come to ourselves when confronted with some of these same inconveniences experienced by one whose color is not of the fairest. Then comes the reaction, of what avail is it to work yourself up into a frenzy over something the enemy is doing to you and never letting him know your thoughts or your plan of action? When England decided that Germany was treading on her rights did they just get together and talk it over and let the matter drop? Is there any wrong ever righted without a fight? And the battle is not always won by the strongest as history will show. No man loves a coward; the fighter may lose temporarily, but he is admired for his pluck and granted more than he would ever get by begging. First of all we need backbone; we need the courage to stand up for our rights to the bitter end; because you are getting along smoothly is no reason the fight is not yours; no race can rise above the lowest member in it; unification is the keynote. We are fortunate in having hundreds of forceful, earnest speakers, men and women if given the opportunity, who can lay our claims for justice and fair treatment before our oppressors with telling effect and this is exactly what should be done. Instead of constantly gathering together the same hand of race uplift followers would it not be far more effective for these same orators to speak before a body of white people? They are the ones to be convinced, they are the ones to whom we must appeal, and lastly they are the ones we must demand satisfaction from. In order to wipe out an evil you must strike at the root. ENTER ED. MORRIS—Gentlemen, your grand master declares this B. M. C. non pros. BEX. DAVIS, PAGE FOR HENRY LINCOLN JOHNSON, in center of stage, says: "Yes, my lord; we agree heartily with his diction, but I, the Royal page of Georgia, paging for his Regal Highness, would have you told we have Lex Talionis and have asked the Emperor of Germany to issue a mainprise for you, whereupon he did." MORRIS DRAWS ODD FELLOWS SWORD, waving same high in air, says: "Limitations to ye. I declare the B. M. C. Malum in se." Mr. Williams of Tennessee here breaks the duel of legal bullets and says: "Mr. B. M. C." (referring to the chairman), "gentlemen, is this meeting really to be or not to be?" LABOR DAY doesn't mean much to us except as another holiday, and the reason is apparent: in this free and glorious country we are not permitted—except in isolated cases—to join the hundreds of unions for whose benefit the day is set apart. There is little wonder that the colored man is at times looked upon as a strike breaker; is there any logical reason why he should not accept a position under trying circumstances when in peace he is denied the opportunity? FOUR THOUSAND DOLLARS IS A LOT OF MONEY, especially in these critical times with winter coming on and eggs at 35 cents a dozen, yet Howard Drew, the great sprinter, refused that sum to go to England and run one race as a professional. Some of us are made of the right stuff after all. EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS but the twelve Chicago nurses who recently left for the seat of war will find that a pair of hands is but a drop in the bucket in this bloody affair, but they are giving all they have and risking their lives for others—more no one could do. SO FAR TURKEY HASN'T LOST HER HEAD and got mixed up with the squabble in the old country. Now if she can only slip by Thanksgiving without getting it in the neck, so to speak, she will be all hunkadory. IF YOU REALLY WISH TO HEAR the latest news from the seat of war drop in any barber shop and hear the hot discussions indulged in by the habitues of the place Wars are lost and won many times in a day there. THE BUILDING OF THE NEW 8TH REGIMENT ARMORY goes merrily and speedily on. Our boys in blue are deserving of all the good things that can come to them and this, though a little delayed, is one of them. AREN'T YOU GLAD that Blease, Vardaman, Hoke Smith and the gang are all here and not over yonder where they might get blown up any minute? DOESN'T THE FELLOW BORE YOU who is always telling you what Roosevelt would do if he were in Wilson's position? IT WOULDN'T BE A BAD IDEA to get down that old last winter's overcoat, and look it over; you never can tell, you know. WE MIGHT TAKE FRENCH AND GERMAN OUT OF THE SCHOOLS before they become in reality dead languages. AMERICANS WHO ARE FOND OF TRAVELING abroad to visit 1 " have plenty to see after this bloody war is over. `ANTIME` those holding good positions had bet `n`, it is going to be a hard winter. NOCASES ARE DIAGNOSSED AND NO PRESCRIPTIONS GIVEN IN THESE WEEKLY ARTICLES . Baths and Bathing. Baths and Bathing. Did you ever enjoy the luxury of a refreshing, invigorating bath (hot or cold) followed by a good vigorous rubbing with a rough towel? If not, you should give yourself a treat to this luxury. Or do you agree with Bert Williams in his famous song: "I take a bath once a year and that in the month of July, but that's a plenity"? Cleanliness. Cleanliness is next to Godliness, and we mean by cleanliness a good cleaning inside as well as outside of the body. As a foul mouth is just as of offensive as foul arm pits. Cleanliness is not only good for the body but it is good for the soul and mind—and also for these around us. Bathing. Bathing is a habit to be cultivated, and it is often a great preventive of disease and doctor's bills. Diseases are much more devastating and disastrous than in clean bodies. In fact, a bath is a good deodorizer and disinfectant. Bathing Facilities In this twentieth century of civilization in our large urban population where people are so intimately associated and contact is so close, the family should see to it that there are bathing facilities in every apartment or house before a deposit is made or any lease signed, for a well fitted bath room is just as essential to good health, and to the moral uplift of a people. The time will come when every municipality will have public baths situated conveniently on the streets so that a weary fellow traveler, coming into the city, may enjoy a refreshing bath upon his arrival in the city as he disembarks from a train or steamer, at a trifle price, and the baths will be free to those unable to pay the small price. Baths in Rural Districts People in the country should make some arrangements or plans for conveniently taking frequent baths. As a general rule, they arrange for the parlor or sitting room when they should make arrangements for a good bath room, which is just as essential as the parlor or kitchen. Kinds of Baths. We divide baths according to the temperature of the water in which the bath is taken—into hot bath, warm bath, tepid bath, cold bath, etc. The hot and warm baths we use as cleansing, soothing, restful sedative. The cold bath for its stimulating and invigorating effect. When we feel fatigued, we should take the hot bath and rest afterwards. The best time to take a hot bath is in the evening when we intend to remain indoors. The ITEMS ON THE WING. By C. J. Hardstew I met another man there. His name was Mr. Emmett J. Scott. Mr. Scott is secretary to Dr. Booker T. Washington, and then in addition to this he is secretary to the National Negro Business League, and to the Tuskegee Institute. He devoted his time in getting education, and then he went about to make good use of it. There is always room for a trained man. The world seemed to be calling for such, and although I am now out in the world, I think I shall go to school and get just a little more education that I may fill just enough position. Would you like to help me with business? Today is to talk to you about the National-Negro Business League, because it is the greatest meeting I have ever attended since, I have been in the world, and I am just going back cold plunge, or shower, should be taken in the morning before breakfast, immediately after getting out of bed, and it should always be followed by a quick, energetic rubbing with a rough bath towel, after which one should partake of a good light breakfast, then a good active walk to your business or to catch your car or train. in other words, a cold plunging or shower bath should be followed as soon as possible by muscular activity, whereas, after the hot bath, or the warm bath, one should rest and, if convenient, a pleasant sieaht should be taken, but use due care in avoiding a draft because one is much more susceptible to take cold. the temperature of the hot bath should be from 99 to 99½ degrees F. or blood heat will begin a little below this temperature, gradually increase it to blood heat. But do not trust the test to your hand—get a bath thermometer. Hot baths have a medicinal effect. They shorten or break up an acute attack of rheumatism, tonsillitis; bad colds are often cut short or aborted entirely. Warm bath (temp, 90 to 95 F.) is often comforting and refreshing, and with mustard it is found useful in relaxing children in convulsions. Teepal bath (temp, 75 to 85 or 90) is useful for cleansing and reducing fever. Pumice (pumice, pumice and malaria, etc. It will make the patient restful and refreshed. The temperature of the cold, stimulating bath varies from 60 to 70, and for a stout, robust individual it should be taken every morning as it is a tonic to the nervous system—it hardens the muscles, and the individual to withstand and resist the various changes of temperature and to wear less clothing in winter. Caution. When you begin to shiver while taking a cold bath and your nails turn blue, and teeth chatter, it is time to stop and get out of the cold bath and get a good rub-down with a rough bath towel until the skin begins to feel warm. Cold bath should never be given to a delicate or sickly individual unless in the presence of a physician or by the permission of a physician. Have the temperature of the bath room register from 68 to 70 degrees F. and use a bath thermometer to test the water, especially when bathing young children, and not the skin is tender and more sensitive than the skin or nervous system of adults. The best perfume for the body is the use of plenty of good soap and water followed by the application of a little Spiro Powder, Num or Odo-Cure under arm, etc. train I met Hon. J. C. Napier, who was at one time the man we were, so had to go on our stocks and bonds to make them valid or worth anything at all. He resigned when he had orders to segregate his people. A brave man, a fine man, and then I am told that he did not have to insult his race for a position. I thank Gcd for such a man. I met Charles Banks of Mound Bayou, P. Boose, Hon. P. W. Howard of Jackson, who was elected president of the National Bar association; Charles H. Anderson of Jacksonville, F. treasurer of the business league and of the oyster league in Florida; Mr. Awell many other men and women whose man I do not recall. I did not write them down, but I was with them just the same. I met that big surgeon from Memphis, Dr. Wilson. When we reached Muskogee there was a big crowd there to meet us and you may know that I felt big because I was in the crowd being met, and I believe in my soul I felt just like I was Booker T. Washington. At any rate, I got off and was soon at my stopping place. I stopped at the same house where Editor John H. Murphy stopped, and he was delighted to meet me, although I am not ripe enough to pickle yet, but he received me and gave me a few pointers. I him that I had in mind to write something for some papers, and he talked me like a father to his own son. Mr. Murphy is a fine newspaper man. I am glad to say know him. Of course I met some of the local men and shouted when I met them. But the thing which attracted my attention was the opening of that National Negro Business League. Mr. Jackson is one of the leaders in the organization and a member of the executive committee, which is an important place. T. J. Elliott, president of the Oklahoma League, called the National League to order and after prayer, he presented R. Emmett Stewart, a leading lawyer, to make the address of welcome. Mr. Stewart delivered his soul, and when he had finished, he was given something. The people clapped their hands and made a lot of noise. Mr. Simmons told me that it was an ovation. Then the gavel was turned over to Dr. Washington, then there was that same kind of hand clapping. Editor Ben G. Davis, who was the author of the others, was introduced and made a response to the address. Mr. Davis stands for something because the Odd Fellows under his direction, leadership and management have erected a building in Atlanta, Ga., which cost $23,000 and every cent of it paid. This is what I call a man, and it was worth my trip there to see him. I am afraid that I will not have time to tell you all about the league in this letter, because I do not know that it will be published. I would like to tell you something about the league, but will not do so now. It was fine. I want to keep you posed about racial progress. Consider me, and let me write to you again. BIG SACRIFICE SALE OF HOMES NOW GOING ON Chance to get a great bargain for the ones who act promptly. BE SURE AND SEE THEM. THE FOLLOWING BARGAINS WILL BE OPEN FOR INSPECTION FROM 2 to 4 P. M. UNTIL SOLD: E. 30th St.-Newly decorated ideal home, close to I. C. R. R. and sure to see this Day. 508 Bryant Ave.—Newly decorated, two apartments, brownstone front; enamel baths, latticed. Will fit in easy terms. 3542 Vernon Ave.—2½-story brick and stone trim detached. rooms all light; steam heat; beautiful hardwood finish; 3 toilets, 2 baths, lavatories; laundry room; lot 444x132; garage and shed; convenient to 35th St. and Cottage Grove Ave. cars. Ave—Cozy newly decorated cottage; rooms light; hardwood wood floor; yard, fine for chickens or garden. Will accept small first payment. Might Have Been Either Might Have Been Elseh In a case tried in a Philadelphia court the prosecuting attorney had a good deal of fun at the expense of counsel for the defendant, each of "ignorance of the law" as stupid as the other, "ignorance of the law" interposed the judge at a certain juncture, "no excuse for violation of law." "May I inquire of your honor," asked the prosecuting attorney, "whether your honor's remarks are directed at the defendant or his counsel?" Life Preserver Shaped Like Tennin One of the latest substitutes for the ordinary life preserver is a curious device which, when extended for use, has a shape resembling that of a bowling pin. "It is intended to be entered by a sing a person and in that case keeps the user entirely dry, but it is claimed that its buoyancy is so great that, in case of a catastrophe, as many twenty persons can be supported for a short interval period by hanging to the loops around the lower part of the hood. Why He Wants to Be a CL Why He Wants to Be a Clergyman A Chautauqua story from Sabetha: A small boy delighted his mother's heart by announcing his intention of being a presacher. Upon being asked to be a presacher, he has to have to go to church the rest of my life, and it's more fun to get up and holler than to sit still." Her Unreasonableness "He disappeared one day and stayed away five years. Recently he reappeared, and his wife took him back." "Are they happy now?" "No; he says she's unreasonable about trifles." "How so?" "She wants to know where he was during those five years."—Louisville Courier-Journal. Depths of Hia Lover My little son went into the living room where my invalid mother was lying on a couch and in the following quantt way expressed his love for her: He knelt down, put his little arms about her, and said: "Gamma, I dread wish they would all die so I could make pancakes for 'oo'."—Exchange. Country Almost Without G Country Almost Without Crime. The criminal statistics of Newfoundland show that probably not another community of 200,000 people in the world has so clean a record. It is practically a crimeless country. The calendar shows no murder, no manslaughter, no forgery, no barratory, no serious crime of any sort for the last fiscal year. Budding Politician Little Willie is a kindergarten pupil. His father is a politician. Because Willie had been good all the week the teacher permitted him to choose a game. He lined up his classmates against the blackboard and shouted fiercely: "All who are going to vote for Dempsey hold up the right hand!" Working Overtime That the inventive spirit is working overtime in the United States is demonstrated by the thousands of useless patents that cumber the records of the patent office at Washington. For instance, patent applications have been issued for devices signed to harness the power of the sea waves for commercial purposes. Her Gentle Hint Four year old Alola was visiting her aunt, who was not used to having children around. At the dinner table for the first few minutes Alola was forgotten in the serving. The child had been taught to wait, but after what seemed like time to she exclaimed, "Aunt Ruf," I used to eat chicken." Don't Oil Bacon Stress "Never put oil on a razor strop," said one of the largest dealers in barbers' supplies in New York. "It spills for sharpening steel. A new strop should need no attention for a year at least. If it begins to get dry, just wash it off. If it doesn't it well in. This will soften it again, and nothing more is necessary." Nation's Wiser Part Since the foolish part of mankind will make wars from time to time with each other, not having sense enough otherwise to settle their differences, it certainly becomes the wiser part, not to prevent those wars, to alleviate much as possible the calamities attending them—Bonavin Franklin. Query Easily Disposed Of "Hogan," propounded Schmidt, "if a hen unt a half laid an egg unt a half a day, how long would it dake a heen to lay half an egg?" "Ahin," promptly responded Pat, "wud scorn to short-change her owner be layin' half egg. An nobody but a tighthead to avail think av such a thing:" Jadega. --- About the Limit in Snobbery. Our idea of a snob is a man on a ladder who kisses the feet of the man on the round above him, and kicks the man on the round below him. DEFENDER'S LEGAL HELPS On the Installment Plan Sept. 3.—More than two years ago I purchased furniture of a store, the installment plan, and have paid all that was due except a very small amount. Having neglected several payments, I have been informed by the firm that they will take all of my furniture away from me unless I pay all that is due at once. Can they take all of my furniture because I only owe a small amount? Answer: As you do not state the terms or conditions upon which you were given possession of the furniture and as you failed to enclose any papers or copies of same, we are unable to say what rights were reserved to compare with what taking the furniture for non-payment, therefore, we would advise that you consult some attorney and he will consult thoroughly into the matter and properly advise you. More About Voting Sept. 7.—I am a woman and voted in the primary last spring for a certain political party. Now I decided to vote for candidates of another political party at the primary today but was informed that I was compelled to vote if at all for candidates of the party voted for at the last primary and could not change for two years after I had voted in any primary. Please tell me if the judges at the polling place were compelled. Answer: The primary law compels any vote to vote the same ticket at the primary for two years or at all after having voted in any primary, and if you desire to change your politics you must not vote in any primary for two years in succession, but as all candidates are named on the same ballot at the election you may participate in all elections although you do not vote in the primary. FROM OUR EXCHANGES African Dodger Dies at Work African Dodger Dies at Work Charles Clark, employed as an African dodger by C. W. Richardson was found dead behind his screen C. The Revere Beach boulevard late last call to dodger and failed to answer the call to dodger and prospective customer. It is not known who the was killed by a blow. Clark was five three years old and lived in the West End. The Advocate Boston. Bert Williams' Home. Bert A. Williams, the popular comedian of Ziegfeld's Follies, is now a property owner. This week he moved into his new home at 2309 Seventh 235th and 125th streets, located between 235th and 125th streets. The Williams residence is a three-story andment brown-stone structure, 1857, containing ten rooms. Before moving into the house the comedian spent a large sum in alterations and the house is provided with all modern conveniences. Although the Follies of 1824 are New York and open Monday for daytime performances, the phalaena, Williams will make frequent trips to New York to be with Mrs. Williams in their new home.—The New York Age. Bottled Up. Colored entertainers in Europe are having a time of it. Madame Hackley is bottled up in Paris. Other prominent colored people from the United States are there. A news note from London says: "Among the passengers from Ostend just arrived is a blind American Negro, who says he has been playing melodies at Belgian watering pumps in twenty years." Belgium is no place to be at this time. However, if this singer has had twenty years of success he ought to have nothing to fear beyond stray bullets." The Freeman. Birth of Great Ideas. Whether the story of Newton discovering the law of gravitation by watching the fall of an apple is true or not, it might have been. That is the way great discoveries come. The time and the man must be ready for them. But then the idea usually dawns as a sort of inspiration. Four Greatest Ports The four greatest ports are New York, Hamburg, London and Liverpool. The figures for these four ports in foreign commerce, exports and imports are as follows: New York, $1,966,262,618; Hamburg, $1,960,778- 855; London, $1,866,920,782; Liverpool, $1,861,829,279. Fort Scott Diverse Case A Fort Scott man is sung his wife for divorce, because he says she chews tobacco. He had lived with her nine years, but evidently he found a piece of plug tobacco in one of her pocketa one day, while he washed her clothes, and incompatibility immediately set in—Kansas City Star. No Doubt They Do Many modern literary critics no doubt follow the rule of Sidney Smith, who said he never read a book before allowing it, as it prejudiced a man so.