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DE PRIEST IS WINNER 2nd Ward Vote Solid for Race Representation in City Council DePriest 3,194 Anderson 2,632 Griffin 1,432 7268 VOTES CAST FOR RACE CANDIDATES IN SECOND WARD FIGHT Great Three Cornered Battles For Nomination For Alderman In Whitewind Irish—Wonderful Display of Race Unity In Irish Women Take Important Parts—355 Casting Ballots For Three Men. ORGANIZATION CANDIDATE WINS IN HARD STRUGGLE Many Surprises In Vote—Louis B. Anderson Makes Showing Receiving As Many Votes As and Schmidt Combined—Griffin Whoed Support of Women Fails To Get It. TAL VOTE. 3,194 2,632 1,432 VOMEN'S VOTE. 1,093 762 500 OSSIBILITIES. 2,000 not voting. 1,500 midt and Russell 1,000 tal Afro-American Second ward 11,758 it sees wed. Not until the last ten precincts had been received could it be determined whether De Priest on Anderson had won. Then came the announcement, "De Priest wins by 500!" exclaimed an excited enthusiastic De Priest man who was on the inside of the headquarters. The news spread like wildfire, and before eight o'clock on Tuesday evening the "black belt" had the news that for the first time in Chicago's history a (Continued on Page 2.) in the Second ward the memory of the residing in this po- litary. It was indeed a part of the ward of people principally presiding on the representatives nell. through three days in the campus, and, some reseme. Accusations from charged with vexed and aid from and answered from the wher. he leared down to the tables on primary day has cleared, and the wounded have been removed. This political hospital with its legion of medical physicians and nurses have pressured and healed the wounds resident from this terrific battle. Galm and quiet have once more come over us, and sober judgment again is enthroned. Anderson Makes Good Fight. The Defender's candidate, Louis B. Anderson, leading a host nearly twenty-seven hundred strong, met the common enemy and while defeated will long live as one of the most gallant political warriors that ever sallied forth to "front the fray." Oscar De Priest, intrepid and ferocious, generated his army, charging right and left with the rallying cry of "the organization," infusing into the laggards new life wherever and whenever they fattered. Griffin, "the boy wonder," flashed the converging armies of De Priest and Anderson, and but for the lingering memory of his "three thousand" last spring would have retreated long before the battle began. Story of the Day. Throughout the day of February 23 the battle waged. Now it is De Priest. Then Anderson. Here and there a faint voice would sing the praise of Griffin. At any time and at any place could one hear within the territory where the "brethren and sisters" to any considerable extent reside three different arguments, all equally forcible, in favor of the three respective candidates representing this group of people. Finally the curtain rang down. Two hours intervened while with breathless suspense the "black belt" waited. Within the various polling places of the fifty preclients in the Second ward the judges and clorks counted with monotonous tones the "little white blocks" that would soon determine whether or not "our people" had won. Do Priest Wins. Gradually the returns came in. First precinct carried by De Priest! Then another for Anderson. And so Louis B. Anderson Makes Living As Many Votes As Combined—Griffin Who Women Fails To Get It. it sees wed. Not until the last ten prescind, had been received could it be determined whether De Priest or Anderson had won. Then came the announcement. "De Priest wins by 500%" explained an excited enthusiastic De Priest man who was on the inside of the headquarters. The news spread like wildfire, and before eight o'clock on Tuesday evening the "black belt" had the news that for the first time in Chicago's history a Cedar L. Biddle, Iowa, Feb. 26.—Mrs. *E. H. Gressman of this city, a writer for the Chgo Defender, is quite ill. Her many friends wish for her a speedy recovery. Mr. Oscar De Priest, Republican nominee for alderman of the Second ward, is being coagulated on all sides for his victory at the polls. Among the first to congratulate him was Congressman Martin B. Madden. His telegram follows: Washington, Feb. 23. Upon, Oscar De Priest: Heartiest congratulations. NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN SAYS 83 YEAR OLD PRELATE Bishop John H. Vincent, Founder of the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle, Says Best Students Are Persons 50 and 60 Years Old. Bishop John H. Vincent, 83 years old and pastor of the McCable Memorial Church, has these encouraging words to say of those of matured life who are indifferent to the means of education opening to them: "A person of 50 or 60 years of age makes the best kind of a student. Familiarity with real life and everyday folks gives them the advantage over young folks as they read history and general literature: I therefore urge all persons of all ages and social positions to read, think and converse and never say or for a moment think and too old to study." Nobody is too old to add to his stock of knowledge, nor to keep new delight in literature, nor to keep interesting home conversation, nor to take with open ears and eager heart to what thinking men and women are these days thinking and talking about." Bishop Vincent, established the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle many years ago for the purpose, as he said, of giving a college outlook to persons who had been denied the privilege of college training. --- CAPTAIN YORK AND MISS HAZEL REED WED IN LIBERIA Elite of Monrovia and Foreign Representatives Witness Nuptials of Two Wilberforce Graduates at Residence of Major Young. (Special to Chicago Defender.) Monrovia, Liberia, Jan. 10.—A pretty wedding was witnessed here January 6, the contracting parties being Captain William H. York of Springfield and Chicago, Ill., and Miss Hazel E. O. Reed of Oxford, O. Both people are graduates of Wilberforce University. The affair was witnessed by the elite of Monrovia, including the foreign representatives in the national capital, and was solemnized at the residence of Major Charles Young, the military attacke of the American legation. Rev. T. E. Ward, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, performed the ceremony, and many beautiful presents were received. Mr. York entered the Liberian service as a lieutenant only a year ago. He made a brilliant showing and was promoted to the rank of captain in August. He has been prominently mentioned as the next commander of the Liberian frontier force, which position becomes vacant by the resignation of Major Wilson Ballard in April. Mrs. York taught in North Carolina until last year, and during her stay in the South organized a Y. W. C. A. and was secretary of the Civic League. She will be a valuable addition to the social set of the Liberian capital. The young couple will reside in Monrovia while Captain York is connected with the frontier force. JITNEY "BUSSES" FOR ALL RACES SAYS ST. LOUIS JUDGE If Afro-Americans Can Not Ride in New Vehicles—They Must Be Taken Off the Streets. (Special to Chicago Defender.) St. Louis, Mo., Feb. 26.—if Afro-American passengers can not ride in the new "lifty Busses" they must be taken off the streets. The right of the Afro-American to ride in the automobiles that carry passengers for 5 cents if competition with the street cars uplift by a decision in the police burt Saturday, February 20. The inauguration of this new mode of travel developed into the refusal of the operating company to carry race passengers. Some of them resented the treatment, sued the company, and the decision quoted above followed. CONFERENCE CLOSES TO- DAY AT ST. MARY'S. Ministers of A. M. E. Church Hold Investing Session at Chicago District Conference—Rev. Wm. Cook As Bishop. The district conference composed of Chicago District of African M. E. chukes convened Wednesday at 10 o'clock at St. Mary's church, Dearborn and 53d streets. In the absence of the RI. Rev. Benjamin F. Lee, presiding bishop, Rev. W. D. Cook, presiding elder of Chicago district, presided over the conference, and at 11 o'clock deferred the annual sermon. R. E. More acted as temporary secretary. My Communion was administered by R. C. Anderson of Quinn chapel, distinguished by Revs. A Smythe, Timmy Royerson, and T. Scott. I am reminded of the day was take up in perfecting an organization, and appointing committees to report on "The Formal Condition of the People of the District," "The Financial Ability of the People of the District," "The Requirements of a Sunday School," and to ascertain "What the People Are Doing for Missions," "The Means Necessary to Make Churches More Prosperous Financially," and "The Election of Lay Delegates to the Annual Conference." The conference will continue in session today. RENT YOUR ROOMS Why have you a vacant room in your house when a small classed ad" in the Chicago Defender brings the right kind of roomers? Try one. UNITED STATES MAY BE FORCED INTO GREAT WAR Statement in Chicago Defender August 8, 1914, Being Verified in Attitude of Belligert Power Toward Neutrality of America. RACE IS ON THE ALERT. Army and Navy Journal Advises President to Insist on Rights by Mobilizing 1,000,000 Volunteers, and Afro-American Valor Would Again Be Tested. (Special to Chicago Defender.) New York, Feb. 26.—The editorial printed in the Army and Navy Journal last week, advising President Wilson to mobilize at once 1,000,000 volunteers to preserve the neutrality of the nation in the European conflict, has created a sensation throughout the East. The mere fact that this influential publication finds it necessary to point out to the president the need of insisting upon respect for the rights of America shows that this country may yet have to take a hand in the conflict. It also substantiates the statement made in the "Chicago Defender August 8, 1914, when in a page headline it declared that the "United States May Be Forced into War." Show Power by Force. The purpose, the editorial says, is not to make war, but to avoid war by preserving the neutrality and maintaining the country's honor and dignity. "Placing 1,000,000 volunteers under training," the editorial continues. "would amount to a declaration that the United States is preparing to insist upon its rights and resist aggression. A Year for Training. "It would be a measure of peace, as it might possibly avert the war toward which we are now fast drifting. It would also go far to solve the problem of unemployed labor with which we are contending." It is pointed out that if volunteers respond, "the most vigorous policy could not prepare them for service within less than a year." could not be construed as a hostile It is not a hostile organization (Continued on page 7). William Reed Assassinated Because White Sweetheart Squeals When Friends See Them Kissing—White Minister Takes Part. Cedar Keys, Fla., Feb. 26—Young Reed of Kissimmee, who for the past two years has been keeping company with Belle, Mann, a young white woman, was seen to kiss each other good-bye on Tuesday last. While kissing, a white gentleman friend passed and she gave the usual squail. Will ran, pursued by him and other white Southern gentlemen. They caught Reed, beat him unmercifully and placed him in jail. Strange to say at the time this was done there were about five or six hundred colored men in the streets at the time and they ran like wild men. Meantime a committee was formed and arrangements were made to assassinate him on Wednesday noon for the benefit of the Northern visitors. At high noon the dirty work was done. Race men in the vicinity have sworn to burn down the homes of white men living with colored women to avenge the death of Reed, which was led by promoters within the community and churned men of Kissimmee. More excitement wailed in the community, as there is a number of Northern colored men in the vicinity, and they will fight to the death. BACKS UP PASTOR IN CLARK BILL PROTEST A. M. E. Congregation in Peoria Approved Rev. S. B. Jones's Strong Letter to Congressman Claud U. Stone Sunday Night. (Special to Chicago Desender.) Peoria, Ill., Feb. 26—At the evening service Sunday at Ward Chapel A. M. E. Church the congregation unusually approved the letter Rev. S. B. Jones the pastor had written to Congressman Claud U. Jones, asking him to vote against the Clark bill to separate the races in street cars in Washington. Rev. Jones's strong letter follows: House of Representatives. Dear Sir: We notice a determined effort on the part of a few representatives at the nation's capital to intensify race prejudice and disregard the nation by unjust legislation against a people whose industrial and intellectual achievements for the past fifty years and whose patriotism will ever be bright pages in its history. The Clark bill, now before the house, which aims to separate races in street cars in the District of Columbia, if passed, will prove to be an incentive to disturb the peace and tranquility of other sections of our country. Therefore the Afro-Americans of Peoria appeal to you as a representative of the state which gave the nation the greatest citizen that ever occupied the presidential chair, in the person of the immortal Lincoln, to use your vote and influence to defeat this vicious race-hating measure. We trust that, like Hon. T. C. Thacher of Massachusetts and Hon. John J. Fitzgerald of New York, in this contest you will be found on the side of "Equal rights to all citizens, regardless of race, creed or color." S. B. JONES, Pastor Ward Chapel A. M. E. Church. WIFE OF BIRMINGHAM EDITOR PASSES AWAY Was Noted Charity Worker for Tuggle School. (By Horace D. Slatter.) Birmingham, Ala., Feb. 22—Mrs. Manie W. Adams, wife of Oscar W. Adams, editor of the Birmingham Reporter, and one of the most widely known women of the Negro race in Alabama, died suddenly at the home of her mother, the celebrated "Aunt" Carrie Tuggle, West Highlands, Sunday night. Mrs. Adams had been in failing health for some time, but was generally regarded as on the road to recovery. She confined her large public work to charity and the fraternal organizations among women in Alabama, and had been honored with many responsible positions. At the time of her death she was grand secretary of the Knights and Ladies of Honor of the World, and secretary of the Court of Calandhe, and secretary of the Rising Sons and Daughters of protection, an organization that benefited by her mother. The two last named societies maintained at this city Tuggle Institute, an educational institution for the training of dependent and orphan Negro children. She was an active church and civic worker, having been Instrumental in forming in Birmingham "city beautiful club" among the colored women, and was one of the organizers of the colored Young Women's Christian Association. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon from Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church. CENTRAL NIGHT SCHOOL GIVES HELP TO POOR (Special to Chicago Defender), Louisville, Ky., Feb. 26—Last Friday, evening the teachers and pupils gave $6.16 toward feeding the poor in this city. Such a spirit is being commended by the citizens of this city. The movement was started by Prof. James Brown, principal of the school. The teachers are Misses Alice Koster, Lucretia Woods, Alberta Robinson, Claire Edwards and Annetta Mosby. All are graduates of the Normal SATURDAY on in Gr DePriest estimated Tue for Seat in the Republican leader Chicago as a former C Mr. DePriest is one of the Republican leaders of the 2nd ward and is well known to the citizens of Chicago as a former County Commissioner. Mr. DePriest is one of the Republican leaders of the 2nd ward and is well known to the citizens of Chicago as a former County Commissioner. FREIGHT CARS FOR THE AFRO- AMERICAN DEAD Washington, D. C., Feb. 26—Tuesday evening of this week in one of the white cates of this city several Southern gentlemen were discussing the advisability of having their representatives put through a bill that will compel railroad companies to use freight cars for the dead of our race; the fat man of the bunch said "he is duty bound to me and he will have to do as I say." One of the other three said, "Well, you know what my boy will do for me and I am sure we can pull the deal through all right." "We will meet over where Sam's woman is stopping," said the long brunette gent, that favored "Legree" in "Incle Tom's Cabin," and have a wine supper and take the matter up there with our representatives, and not have "dead niggers" ride in our express cars." I am not in position to give my name, but I want my people to know how these Southernners are doing everything to humilate my people. Mrs. Thomas Passes Away. Mrs. Ruby Thomas, sister of Mrs. John H. Jenkins, 4852 Dearborn street, departed this life Sunday, Feb. 5, 1915. TO CORRESPONDENTS. In writing for the Defender have matter reach the office no later than Wednesday to insure publication. Write plainly and upon decent paper. --- ____. SENATOR SIMMONS SAYS U. S. CAN NOT GIVE $50,000 TO FAIR (Special to Chicago Defender.) Washington, D. C., Feb. 26.—The Illinois Commission appointed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Afro-American will have to get along without the $50,000 they thought Uncle Sam would hand them from his coffers. This fact was intimated 'this week by Senator Simmons in a talk he had with Mr. Thomas Wallace Swann of Chicago, secretary of the Commission, who is in the city. B. M. C. REPORT READ. Milwaukee, Wis., Feb. 26.—On Tuesday evening, March 2, the ladies of the Silver Leaf Club will present the Milk Maid's convention at St Mark's A. M. M. church, 497 Fourth street. Washington's birthday was observed Monday evening at St Mark's church. By the stewardesses girls is a concert-Owing to inclement Weather the attendants are as large as expected. Mrs. Gertruus Ford was chairman of the program committee. At the home of Mrs. Octavia Kinner Tuesday; evening a reception was held in honor of Mrs. E. J. Caldwell, Dist. N. G. of Household of Ruth, G. U. The report of the last sessir. the B. H. of the opened was read. The report GEORGIA JUDGE RAPS LYNCHERS IN STRONG TERMS Judge Park in Instructing Jasper County Grand Jury Preparing to Investigate Monticello Outrage Calls Crime Plain Murder. TRIES TO SHAME WHITES. Thinks It Strange that Anglo-Saxon Race, Known in Every Clime for Bravery and Intelligence, Shou Allow Its Animal Nature to Lead to Mob Violence. (Special to Chicago Defender, Monticello, Ga., Feb. 26,—last.) su w ; w as rac bray its wheel North South, for men o. of his life. acronym of tradition have governed the Anglo-Saxon race from time immemorial. For a man to hold up another at the point of a pistol is neither manly nor courageous. It is no act of bravery for a dozen men or more to overpower the arresting officer and wrest from his custody a prisoner and swing his body to a limb and riddle it with bullets. Plain Case of Murder. "When the mob in this country overpowered your sheriff on the night of January 14, 1915, and took from your jail one man, a boy and two girls and lynched them, without judge or jury and for an offense that was not punishable by death, in the eyes of the human and divine law they committed the crime of murder, and under the provisions of the criminal code of the state of Georgia of 1910 nothing less can be made of such offences. Time Cannot Efface Blot. "You have the power to summon any witness in the state of Georgia to come before you, and you will also have ample time during the present term of court to make due investigation of this un顽able crime, and it is your sworn duty as honest and conscientious jurors to ferret out the perpetrators of that shameful episode if you can do so; and, if the evidence warrants it, it is your duty to return presentments against any person or persons that were present that night aiding and abetting in placing on the pages of Georgia history, a blot that time will not efface for many years to come." Legislature Refuses to Take Backward Step and Become a Laughing Stock. Buite, Mont., Feb. 26.—A bill was introduced in the legislature to prohibit Afro-American males from working with white women in any department or branch of department of it dusty or business in the state. For a violation of this act a penalty of $50 was provided in the bill. The legislature refused to take a backward step and be branded as the blackest and most nefarious state in the west. It refused to be made fun of by press of the east and north and the laugh is stock of the world. The Douglas Specialties Vernon avenue, Chicago to Mr. Larkins, some colored pictures whihibit at 9:30 a.m. R. C. Logan is service to G. hope Id. all members. IN'PUB- S VIOLA- THE ILLI- NUIS STATUTES Still "Jim Crow" Pupils at Wendell Phillips High School—Citizens' Committee Makes Report of Conditions at Wendell Phillips School—See Teacher Start Discrimination Who Says It Has Ceased. COMMITTEE ACTIVE ONE. Pupils Discriminated Against Must File Charges Against Teacher Before Board of Education-Definite Information Must Be Brought Before Committee. Editor Defender: Your readers will be very interested to know the outcome of the conference between the teachers of the Wendell Phillips High School and the citizens' committee appointed at a meeting of the Nate Pauley and later Academy. It will be remembered that on that day both "Jess Pannie Smith, dean of girls of the Wendell Phillips school, and Mr. Perrine, assistant principal, addressed the lodge in explanation and defense of the segregation of the school room. An account which appeared in the daily papers a week before stated that a protest had been made about "social arrangement by Miss Marion Tahot, dean of girls at the University of Chicago, that Mrs. Pauley, senior and assistant and that Mrs. Elsie Flag Young, superintendent of schools, endured it. Committee Visits School. In keeping with its policy the League visited Miss Smith to make an address, and explanation. As many will remember, our reading room was crowded and the feeling was very strong, and the feeling was very strong, being the appointment of a committee to visit the pool, it being the recommendation of Miss Smith herself. The following committee was appointed: M. L. B. W. Barnett, Mrs. Stella Hamilton, Mrs. E. H. Hamilton and George W. Ellis. This committee called at the school Friday of the following week, January 22, to find out that examinations for the year, and commencement exam, were on foot. I was repelled to examination, and we were asked to report until we could come to commencement exercises and new pupils had been in other schools. For this second visit was made 19. --- or a lengthy conversation with as Smith, who still insisted that them be the best results with the children. He said they had to be beachy by having them in seg- TH THE WOLVERINES ents of a Week in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Benton Harbor and Kalamazoo — The Latest News by Our Special Correspondents. Benton Harbor, Mich. Feb. 26.-Services were well attended at the A. M. Smith reception, reached two interest sermons. "The Lord's Prayer," Smith continues in the same room. "The funeral of Mrs. Washington was from the 2 o'clock church Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Beryl Crayton, she leaves a husband and a daughter. She leaves a husband and a daughter. Crystal Springs cemetery." Little The Men Who Get Credit. In the writings of Leonardo da Vinci one will find suggestions of many modern inventions, including the flying boat, the submarine boat, and other devices. Leonardo built a steam engine, and yet the first idea did not originate with him. Scientists and writers on scientific subjects make it a rule to give credit to the man who first patent an idea to the man who publishes a discovery in some journal. Rhoebe's Only Chance Cats at a cat show are not scored on their rat catching records; therefore it would be of no use to enter Phoebe. She'll have to be shown in a steel and wire trap exhibition—Toledo Daily Blade. TO CORRESPONDENTS. In writing for The Defender, have matter to the offices no later than Wednesday, to insure publication. Willingly, to insure publication. Use typewriter whenever possible. THE CHICAGO DEFENDER arate social groups—the committee told her plainly that the colored people would never consider such a situation; that we would in this decision; that we would rather than to the school board, but that if we did not succeed in convincing her of the unjust and undemocratic attitude, we would be forced to take it to the school board. Stir the Crow Pupil. Because of this, she sheathed at last yielded the point and assured us that she would not again have the social groups assembled along the color line, that whatever she undertook in the class room groups she composed like the class room groups the nationalities represented in the school. Whereupon the committee retreated, feeling that it had achieved a victory, and desiring to let the public know about it, we are sending it on to us. The committee has since then heard that both the French and German teachers have attempted to humiliate pupils in the presence of those of other races. We were unable to go into that, because the persons bringing in the defendant gave no names of teachers and other occurrences were said to have taken place. When they do so, this committee feels safe in asserting that the teacher is in charge and that is to file charges against any teacher guilty of this race prejudice, before the Board of Education, and then in his or her removal from the schools. Work for Alderman It is only by such drastic action that any of the teachers who feel called on to insult Negro pupils can be taught that our race will not stand up. We should not would do. The committee would be very glad to have definite information of that character lodged with it. It doubles occur to most of your reading class to use candidates to use their influence to put a colored person on the school board is not without - warrant and I am not. We should help to elect Mr. De Priest, the Council for that reason, for no other - very truly yours, for I do B.A. Bollett, chairman, for Stella Hamilton, George W. Lills, Hamilton, George W. Lills. Teachers Violaaws. Teachers Vision Web site The Chicago Defender views that discrimination should be made directly to disapprove Ella Flagg Young. It is to stop the practice, it would also say to the, that any attempt to segregate pupils in the public schools of Chicago is violation of the statutes. It would also and must stop can be put to this southern method by action at law. U. S. MAY BE FORCED INTO EUROPEAN WAR (Continued from page 1.) (Continued from page 1.) demonstration against any new nation, would be difficult to develop in the world-wide war. The article says further: "Trojan nations only realize to be prepared to defend ourselves, but are under the impression that we never will be. On this account neither Germany nor Great Britain are going to derate to the protests of the state department except in words; and Japan is going ahead with its plans for the war without considering this nation." Open Doors of West Point OPERATION POINT The Afr-American citizen on the alert. This phase of the great war keenly interests him. Any call for volunteers means a quick response from the choice of the races' young manners. The value of the Afro-American soldier, but the year of training that the Army and Navy Journal says would be necessary to prepare the volunteers for service would be avoided on the part of the Army and Navy. If the government would stop discriminating against one part of its citizenship in times of peace and expect them to be the standard in the time of trouble. Or if the government of West Point and set the nation on a soldierg of all races. INTERSTATE LITERARY MEETS IN DULUTH Duluth, Minn., Feb. 26. The Interstate Library Club met at Thursday afternoon, 9:17 p.m., West 91st Street. Their regular main feature of this meeting was the receiving of reports from the mid-winter conference of the Federation of the State of Minnesota by Murdock Willingham, representatives; Lara Fairfax Colby. The ladies were most corpulent. Greetings in behalf of Duluth clubs were received from Minneapolis, St. Paul, and St. Louis, "ward," was most enthusiastically accepted by the audience by Mrs. Colby. The ladies also invited vice president with them at the neapolis and St. Paul exerted every effort so that the hospitality was concerted Fairfax Colby, president; Mrs. John Mob About 200 persons attended the dancing party given by the St. Peter's Church, Owls' Hall, 418 W. Superior street. The colors of the club were used in the canonics of the orchestra. The orchestra played. After the dancing each lady reeled herself into a consisted of Earl Smith, Monar Rie, Geo. Walker, Geo. Edwards, John Edwards, Martin and Edward Rickey, flower boy. Roumanlana Fond of Press. The men of Roumania are very food of dress, and they have a popular saying which runs, "The stomach has not eaten," and it is that rather than be shabby a Roumania should go hungry. The peasant costume of Roumania is very artistic, every village having its own set of colors. By the time he dress a peasant shows the locality he holds from. Warmth from the Heart Hearth warmth is generated by the friendly touch of another hand. "I'm only telling you how we do it out here, and if you don't want that tooth out your mouth to stand the pain," he said. But after a gall of a mile he returned to beckon the rest of us asl and said: "I want to be a party squarer of a man though a lootie tochy and I'm sorry for him. Is he a good rider?" "Only fair," "Kin he shoot?" "Not very straight." "The I think I can cure that toothache." He spent two minutes unfolding the plot and then went over to the sufferer and said: "I will come back to say you a booby." "What," yelled the colonel, as he sprang up from his seat before the campfire, and a squaw, kurnel, and likewise a durned old liar." The colonel jumped for him, but the cowboy dodged and ran for his horse. We had another ready saddled with two revolvers in our backpack and into two tazs and gave chase. After getting out on the prairie half a mile the cowboy began to circle and shoot and yell, and then ran away the whole 12 bullets without sending one within five feet of him. When the twelfth one had been fired the kind-hearted cowboy rode off at the top of his speed and the colonel came into camp to diamond and say: 'See a lie a hundred cartridges and my own horse.' The man that man of the earth. 'How's the toothache, colonist?' was asked. 'Toothache. Why, it's all gone, and I'm that fellow's scary it! I have to stay out all summer.' 'Washington Herald.' No Use. The civilians who volunteer the services of themselves and their motor cars to convey the Fatherland's holiday gift to the children in the front windows in mowed before a gray old car is general to receive instructions as to their behavior in the enemy's country. The general explained to them that a village to be fired on through a village to be fired on through a treetreer, and added that the persons who fired the shots might not always be men entitled to bear arms. "take an example," said he, holding a rifle; "the volunteers; "suppose you have entered a Belgian village, and while you are spinning along through the market square there is a lovely faultide hill in the houses. You turn toward your assailants and see nothing but empty windows. Only in the second story of one house an old woman is peering out and could you do in that case, Mr. Meller." "I'd not look back," was the reply. Jam and "Bully Beef" for British. The amount of jam that the British soldier is eating on this campaign has attracted much attention in newspapers and newspaper correspondents, American, Belgian and French, who have seen for the first time the British soldier in war. The supper this particular meal has to be made in the army has large. With jam, "bull beef", biscuits and tea, the British soldier seems able to go anywhere and do anything. No doubt jam is excellent food and, to the extent that it is used, places fresh vegetables. The first campaign in which jam played a noticeable part was the second Boer war. In Peninsular and Crimean days freshly killed beef and biscuits were usual rations of the troops; but the traveling fledged kitchens on wheels and regiments and batteries, avo improve the British soldier's to- Exchange. The First Currency. Before flat or disk-shaped money was coloned payment was by weight and cash was needed only in large amounts of trade. The Bible contains several records of payment by weight, among them Abraham's purchase of the feil in which to buy Saras and Joseph's brethren. Joseph's brethren. Even after money was actually coined it was often weighed, because the coins were sometimes short weight. There is some intrigue in the weight of the signatur. Prohibits Stilettos Takes Longfellow's Birthday. Louis Waxman directed his attorney to begin foreclosure proceedings in the city where he was placed of Henry W, Longfellow in the corner of Fore and Hancock streets, says the Boston Advertiser. The property is held by the International Longfellow society of Chicago and December and New York payments not having been met. It is owed to foreclosure. Strongest Timber The yate, one of Australia's numerous hard woods, seems to be strongest known timber, with an average tensile strength of 24,000 pounds to the square inch, and a maximum tensile strength of about equal to and wrought iron. Poverty and Tuberculosis. Poverty has been assigned the great cause of tuberculosis. The tuberculosis, like tuberculosis, occurs and is the great cause of tuberculosis. By RALPH W. TYLER When Germany's two illustrious poets—Schiller and Goethe—met, each promptly formed an aversion for the threat of his opinion of Goethe, said: "Ask me how I am pleased with a glacier, and whether I feel warm and cheerful in the sun, too. Goethe grand, sublime and radiant. Like Mount Blanc; but the atmosphere that surrounds him is cold, and the little flowers of attachment that would so please him is warm and grander. To be in Goethe's society often would, I confess, make me unhappy. He never descends from this world, but he is a timide intimate friend. I believe him to be egostatic in an eminent degree." While Brutus was giving utterance to his feeling of mingled hatred and Chear was pronouncing judgment. When Goethe was asked for his impression of Schiller he said: "Imp克尔 destroys what I have tolled to create; he builds up what I fancied I and he has excused me. He have excited, the universal applause given his deformed creations alarm me. Where lies the possibility of stemming the onward tide impelled by his productions? Let us be considered as the nature of things can pave her united." If Dr. Washington "were asked what he thought of - Dr. Dubus we might imagine he would say, as Schiller faintly said, "He is a glacier." If Dr. Washington we might imagine him saying, as Goethe said of Schiller, "He destroys what I oiled to create." If selfish, narrow-visioned partisans of each were asked concerning the two poles they are "two poles that in the nature of things cannot be united." Such a conclusion would best suit their selfish purpose of playing both ends of the game. Dr. Dubus doubleless has many times felt discouraged; has many times discouragingly soliloquized: "Where lies the possibility of stemming on the onward tide impelled by his productions, the sensation his work has excited, the sensation given to his deformed creations?" The propagandas of the two men are accepted as antipodal. If, however, we could enter into the very heart and mind of each, uninhibited by the need to protect sans, this seeming antipode would become but the imagination of softish partisans. Those who know Dr. Washington intimately and share his conceived vision of the right and privilege vouchaffed every other citizen with the same impatient longing that dwells within the bosom of Dr. Dubois. Those who know Dr. Washington necessarily feel that money, lands and stocks are absolute requisite to strength and stability. The two men are not apart as to the necessity for such tests whose plans and specifications are not just identical. They are not SPRINGFIELD, OHIO. Have Faith In Laughter It is an excellent thing to believe in the religion of laughter. And the strictest religionists in the world deserve to believe in laughter. The plenary council consider it such an essential part of the devotion that they call upon the Prophet to deliver them from sad faces. Recipe for Papers And to get peace, if you do want to make for yourself; nests of pleasant thoughts—Ruskin. . . . apart on the proposition that the tem- ple must be built with the best and most durable materials. They sim- ply ask as to whose plans shall be accepted. Lincoln secured the advice of his secretary of state and secretary of war respecting momentous questions of foreign policy and the prosecution of him, and then ignored them for his own—and he did so politically. General Grant usually consulted with his generals before beginning a war, or attack, and just as unusually did the policy he had previously determined, Washington has frequently asked him to closest adherents, and then found his course the best, bringing his partisans to willingly and reluctantly approve of his policy. Dr. Dubois, cold and tactful, and Washington in dogged persistence, insists upon his views being put into execution. No man who is continually swerved by the views of dependent friends leaves much of an impress. His insistence are always an arbitrary decision, and other man, but to future generations such spirit is merely far-seeing. There is so much that is good in the worst of us, and so much that is in the best of us, that it is folly and B. to regard A. as an "equivator." There is no reason to assume because the paths of two men do not parallel that there surrounds one is cold, or that there is what the other has toiled to create. The National Negro Business League, the child of Dr. Washington, is the most successful and helpful lever, despite what the narrow-minded partisans of Dr. Dubois may say. The National Association the Advancement of Colored People, the National Association of Bois devotes his energies and talents, is a great benefactor in race adjustment, despite what the selfish, B. may partisans of Dr. Washington may say. The construction of the foundation upon which we expect to place a vire rile Scissler left a heritage to the world Goethe's fame is undying. TWIN CITIES IN REVIEW Barbers who shave dogs are numerous in Paris. Some of the shaved animals are fantastically short, with wings of hair adorning their bodies, alternating with denuded strips. Satisfaction. Drive a nail home and clinch it so faithfully that you can wake up at night and think of your work with satisfaction.—Thorean. By P. F. HALE Barbers for*Dogs. Interesting Gossip from the Famous Manufacturing City of the Hoosier State. BY JESSE BRIDGEMAN. PRAIRIE STATE EVENTS The Latest News from Jacksonville, Decatur, Peoria, Braidwood, Torino and Other Illinois Towns. from some point in Missouri and changed at Roodhouse. While waiting there for a car up to her and told her they didn't colored folks there. She asked them what they did down the track. They followed her. She asked them what they attended her and drew her a boy. A farmer heard her screensa and came up to her and took her back to the depot and she went to Bloomington. Several of the men were the others by the ice plant. They were all others by the ice plant. Roodhouse have taken the matter up Roodehouse is quite a railroad center, but there are no colored people living there, learn the article has not been published, the girl has been white. * * * James H. where he has an appointment under the state treasurer, Andrew Russell. * * * where he has an appointment under the city visiting relatives and friends. Pretty Compliment **PRETTY COMPILM.** Betty has a habit of handling anything she thought was pretty. One day her aunt told her she saw anything pretty she should keep hands at her side and not touch it. But her mediately dropped her hands at her side and looked up at her aunt and said, "Auntie, I'm looking at you." LAKE FOREST. ILL. R. S. ABOTT, LL.B., Editor and Publisher, Founded May 6, 1906. second-class matter, February 1, 1906, at the Post Office, March 6, 1879. CAGO - 3169 State Street, Telephone Douglas Street - 17 Green Street, Sharing Road, London, England. Address All Letters to the Chicago Defender. Anonymous Communications Will Not Be Noticed. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. (Payable in Advance). RATES OF ADVERTISING. Marriages and deaths. Obituary resolutions, each. DISPLAY ADVERTISEMENTS. On large or long-standing ads. Attachments, per inch. Per line. 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Wedding announcements, $1.50; welding write-ups, $.50 and up; card of thank you in memoriam, $1.50; business announcements, $1.50 and up. Everything paid in advance. Change of Address—Please give both the old and new address, and in writing to the paper; always be careful to give both the state and postoffice, as well as name. He stood not on the burning deck, When like it seemed the ship would wreck; Nor did he in the wild waves jump, As might have done some other chump; Ah, no, this here lay in bed And to himself he softly said, "Vell, I should vurry if she sink, She costs me nuttings, I don't think." BRINGING THE WAR HOME. SIS DEMANDING eleven important conditions because she thinks the time is ripe for these fighting strength is not up to the stakes the other great powers are so busyairs that they will not have time to intermine years ago that Japan was looked upon as dictated to as the powers saw fit; to world when she put up such a mass world out victorious. Today, in a minute, many, having cast her lot with the Allies, many unpleasant diplomatic tilts with the least, are somewhat strained. Japan is now preparing to wage war at the slightest provocation. California members of Japanese and throughout theattered. As every male Japanese child military discipline, it can be read; see arms to have them fully prepared at age of rapid changes; today the United factions from neutral eyes; tomorrow in the life struggle as they. It just resuscitation; term it what you may possibly civilized, ever treated subject is more inhumanely than did the Belgium now? Wiped off the face of the covenant from them, their bodies riddled everywhere. Perhaps it might be to draw a lesson from this unfortunate visited Belgium might strike them a terrible law of nature that right will be would destroy they first elevate. On the fairest to every man regardless of the No one welcomes war and it would country whose house is not in order; we are divided against themselves. Our a patriotic ring, but our country must be brave and the land of the free. JAPAN IS DEMANDING eleven important concessions from China simply because she thinks the time is ripe to bulldoze her neighbor whose fighting strength is not up to the standard, and because she thinks the other great powers are so busy attending to their own affairs that they will not have time to interfere. It hasn't been so many years ago that Japan was looked upon as a toy government, to be dictated to as the powers saw fit; but she opened the eyes of the world when she put up such a masterly fight with Russia and came out victorious. Today, in a minor degree, she is fighting Germany, having cast her lot with the Allies. The United States has had many unpleasant diplomatic tilts with her and our relations, to say the least, are somewhat strained. There are many who believe Japan is now preparing to wage war on this country and only awaiting the slightest provocation. California and Mexico have large numbers of Japanese and throughout the country they are liberally scattered. As every male Japanese child is practically the military discipline we seen that it only requires a will to arms to have them fully prepared for the fighting. This man age of rapid changes; today the United States looks upon the training factions from neutral eyes; tomorrow we may be involved a deeply in the life struggle as they. It may be called late, it may just retribution; term it what you may, it is a reality, so people, possibly civilized, ever treated subjects in their foreign possessions there inhumanly than did the Belgians, and where their country now? Wiped off the face of the earth. All they had been swept from them, their bodies riddled with shot and self are strewn everywhere. Perhaps it might be well for the United States to draw a lesson from this unfortunate country. The same fate that visited Belgium might strike them the next blow. is the unalterable law of nature that right will prevail and he whom the Gods would destroy they first elevate. Of all the countries, France is the fairest to every man regardless of his nationality, breed or color. No one welcomes war and it would be especially unnous to a country whose house is not in order; in other words, those citizens are divided against themselves. Our country, right or wrong, has a patriotic ring, but our country must be right to be the brave and the land of the free. MOVING TO MEXICO. NG OF VILLA, one cannot help but ad. He is of the kind that never say die, the only real general in turbulent Mo. about his prodigious indiscretions of a forward looker. Among all the Mexican ne bright, particular star that outshines the policy of our government to stand the dogs of war annihilate each other. I so reduce their numbers that they will and we can step in without bloodshed a moment. Just at present it makes very SPEAKING OF VILLA, one cannot help but admire his fighting qualities. He is of the kind that never say die, and has proven himself to be the only real general in turbulent Mexico. In spite of all they say about his prodigious indiscretions of deportment, he seems to be a forward looker. Among all the Mexicans in the public he is the one bright, particular star that outshines all the others. I seem to be the seems to be the policy of our government to stand at a safe disgard let the dogs of war annihilate each other. In that way the dicans will so reduce their numbers that they will practically be our mercy and we can step in without bloodshed and assume the s of government. Just at present it makes very little difference who poses as chief mogul, knowing as we do it is only a matter time when they will be in the discard, and this is the country that reat many theorists believe and advocate we should colonize. A question for the solution of the race problem is found in a little der, edited by Orren M. Donaldson and published by the "Negro tional League." According to his way of thinking there seems good reason to hope that when Mexico calms down to a peace-egime once more it will be under an equitable land system that open up vast unsettled areas to such settlers from this side of me as may seek the hardy fortunes of the pioneer in a land but at least think it is unkind to place us in a home where we are rights that the dominant race are bound to respect. But people believe we are the architects of our own fortune, and as men in the face of great odds are laying plans to hold the fort end. Mexico and other countries, when clouds are hanging over us, look tempting, but the sun comes out, our spirits look the world in the face and plod on, knowing full well tomorrow will come right here in these United States. WELL, WE'LL HAVE TO DOFF OUR HATS to Louis B. Brown; he is certainly game to the core and put up one of the fights ever pulled off in the Second Ward. Defeat to a us capabilities only means a temporary loss. The world in with luck, energy and brains and it is only a matter we call on him to be their standard CHICAGO DEFENDER A DOG, TO USE A TRITE METAPHOR, may bay at the moon, and dogs have been making themselves silly in that way through many canine generations and with much waste of breath and barking, without any recorded injury to the orb of night. Likened to the dog is the mutterings of the southern press against "Life," a pictorial weekly of high standing, because it dared to say: "Our friends down South, being sure that the Negroes are inferior, deny them advantages and provide inferior schools for their children in order that they will continue to be inferior and thus prove the correctness of the contention of the scientists and sentimentalists that the Negro is inferior. After all, there is nothing quite so satisfying as the feeling that you have got things fixed so that you will always have an inferior race in your midst." In the vernacular of the street, "that shot got 'em." It is a true statement and it went home with such force that it has been necessary for the quill pushers below the Mason and Dixon line to dip deep in the red ink and try to prove to their more or less intelligent readers the ink falsity of Life's statement. It takes a lot of argument to dispute a fact and make it stand up. One joker says "Of all the silly charges to bring against the South is that of inadequately providing the Negro with educational facilities." It takes real nerve to pen such lines in the face of the truth as they know it. In every conceivable way they have placed stumbling blocks in the pathway that leads to our education and were it not for the friendly interest, moral and financial evinced in us by fair minded northerners, we would still be groping in the dark, as ignorant and as barbaric as the white southern "crackers." The editor of Life only gave expression to the thoughts of many, in tossing this dainty morsel of truth into the enemy's camp, committed an unpardonable sin in their eyes. There is but one safe way of gaining favor with southerners and that is by agreeing that they are the best friends the race has. We fear if that's what it takes to gain their favor we haven't "got" it. FOR ALDERMAN, OSCAR DEPRIEST. AN ANALYSIS OF THE VOTE in the Second Ward in the recent primaries proves conclusively that there is nothing so powerful as organization. The Republican candidates for the office of Alderman in this ward numbered eight—only one, Oscar DePriest, had the indemnity and backing of the regular Republican organization, and though bitterly opposed and fought on every hand, he came out with flying colors, polling something over five hundred more votes than his nearest competitor, and three thousand more than one of the white candidates. Not only is Mr. DePriest to be congratulated but the voters as a whole who made it possible for each of our representatives to make such a splendid showing. It is very evident that but few of our votes went to white candidates. There seemed throughout the entire campaign to be a determined effort to refute the time-worn statement that the race could not be loyal to each other, that our vote could be purchased for a few paltry dollars or a glass of liquor. Many who wore the badge of a white candidate voted for one of their own and why slowness may not? Self-preservation is the first law of nature. We have had bitter experience in trusting our fortunes to members of the other race who cause the heavens before election and give you the other place after election. We need and must have representation in every department of our government to guard our interests. Chicago sent two able men to Springfield and proposes to send Oscar DePriest to the City Council. There is no question about his election if the different factions unite, and undoubtedly they will. Those of us who cast our lot either with Mr. Anderson or Mr. Griffin realize that after all only one man could win, and since the winner is a member of our own race all differences must be brushed aside and our united strength from new on cast in favor of Mr. DePriest. The Defender first, last and all the time stands as its name implies, a defender of the race. The success of any individual is the success of every individual. From this issue we will as vigorously and as persistently advocate the election of Mr. DePriest as we did the nomination of Mr. Anderson. And in this connection let it be understood that we are not "flopping." We have no ax to grind; the public showed plainly who their choice was, and as servants of the public we enter into the spirit of the fray with all good wishes. We believe that all good, loyal citizens should and will lay aside their petty personal objections, if they have any, and unite with the Defender in an earnest effort to land in the Council as Alderman from the Second Ward our own race candidate, Oscar DePriest. FASTING vs. FIGHTING. ORDING TO REPORTS a number of Wash-ies have begun a forty-day period of prayer to assist the Clarke "Jim Crow" bill in Congress. They have also fasted. Strange people in this blast stranger still are the things they do. Few are effeacy of prayer, but with the south in the sht sneaky feeling that the prayers of the just be of no avail. The men who promote or vying bills, have little or no conscience and must same as one would a brute. Every last one a tab at a man when his back is turned or when with them. As for our people fasting three day the idea is absurd. Fasting weakens body need strength, need it more today than we did. We were practically down in the mire we today, competing as we do with every man color, naturally we bump into stumbling block. It is the old story of the survival of the fittest ing and thriving against such great odds we. The Washington people may be taking the we hark back a few weeks and find them gill for the war-stricken people of Belgium, appealing to the country to save them from "we are prone to think it about time they topped on a life preserver and made a tangibleselves. ACCORDING TO REPORTS a number of Washington, D.C., churches have begun a forty-day period of prayer to create sentiment against the Clarke "Jim Crow" bill in Congress. For three days they have also fasted. Strange people in this big world of ours, and stranger still are the things they do. Few are they who doubt the efficacy of prayer, but with the south in the saddle there comes that sneaky feeling that the prayers of the just or the unjust would be of no avail. The men who promote or vote for discriminating bills, have little or no conscience and must be handled much the same as one would a brute. Every last one are cowards and only stab at a man when his back is turned or when they have their gang with them. As for our people fasting three days or even for one meal the idea is absurd. Fasting weakens body, mind and soul. We need strength, need it more today than we did fifty years ago. When we were practically down in the mire we met little opposition; today, competing as we do with every man, of every race and color, naturally we bump into stumbling blocks placed to retard us. It is the old story of the survival of the fittest. Because we are living and thriving against such great odds we must fight the harder. The Washington people may be taking the right road but when we hark back a few weeks and find them giving a big charity ball for the war-stricken people of Belgium, and the next moment appealing to the country to save them from "Jim Crow" legislation, we are prone to think it about time they took off their coats, strapped on a life preserver and made a tangible effort to save themselves. CHARGING A JURY. IN THE JASPER COUNTY, GA., grand negation of the lynching of a man, his son and J. B. Parke said in charging the jury: "It is the great white race should so far forget them to do violence. This race in every clime is fiery, and no power can subdue its courage and whether in the frozen regions of the North or of the South, it recognizes no superior; and to deprive a man of his life by mob violence with the traditions that have governed the A WHEN THE JASPER COUNTY, GA., grand jury began its investigation of the lynching of a man, his son and two daughters, Judge J. B. Parke said in charging the jury: "It is strange that men of the great white race should so far forget themselves as to join a mob to do violence. This race in every clime is known for its bravery; and no power can subdue its courage and determination, and whether in the frozen regions of the North or the tropical countries of the South, it recognizes no superior; and for men of this race to deprive a man of his life by mob violence is not in accordance with the traditions that have governed the Anglo-Saxon race from time immemorable. For a man to hold up another at the point of a pistol is neither manly nor courageous. It is no act of bravery for a dozen men or more to overpower the arresting officer and wrest from his custody a prisoner and swing his body to a limb and riddle him with bullets; in the eyes of the human and Divine law they committed the crime of murder." Recently reports have come from this crime ridden section stating that members of the white race have been lynched and riddled with bullets, which only goes to prove what mob law will lead to unless effectually checked. Judge Parke holds up to the glass to what heights the so-called superior race has climbed and to what depths they have sunk. The eyes of the world are on this disgraced state; let us see what they will do to redeem themselves. THE NATIONAL PERIL. Suppose, Mr. Voter, that the seas home, of which years and years of in order to obtain, was suddenly shaken a band of outlaws, whom themselves with no remedy save the abandonment home? And remember the hard stances is the common lot of every A. Now we read New Madrid, Mr. population, is in the throes of an arrears, being threatened with violence lives, being theretained with violence of assassins who term themselves "N yourself in the position of these poors the bitter anguish which is akin to revenge and murder? How long, O once this bitter passion of hell, who and whose ultimate end is ruin and plied in the incubator of Jim Crow Today our national Congress finds poison in its very vitals. Thus we government without power to protec as are lies from the lips of a fool. A surprise its lawless elements is a mis if it never had existence. The act of criminal conspiracy a is a grave trespass upon the rights and calls for rigid application of exist ample remedy. If these homes were tions sufficient protection would be a heart of the nation the voice of race its vitals. Today the defenseless Afro-Ameri fires of Jim Crowism, while tomorrow the spirit of its dying embers. The society, the state, the government, th to protect it. The Evening News and Tribune the Second award NATIVES for the voters the importance of having a re We are glad to hear the broad exp as one man, the high praise given that even in these days of freedom grateful. THE OPENING OF THE DOCTOR Armory on last Monday even race's progress in Chicago. Too many those who were instrumental in secur our boys in blue. That their efforts by the immense throng that attended THE DAY AFTER ELECTH wake up to the fact that the dear tossed them into the discard, and to their head slips of its own weight o is a politician's life. THE FIRST GINK who should pendent candidate should be "GOT wanted, and if he insists on running persistent summer political fly. AFTER AWHILE it will dawn when Germany says she will blow waters, she means it. So if we play burned. A GREAT MANY PEOPLE in the election wind didn't blow the o wearing a broad smile and saying, " Voter, that the security and years and years of toil and effort was suddenly shattered and that whom themselves claiming gave the abandonment of the number the hard struggle under a monoton lot of every Afro-Americans New Madrid, Mo., which the throes of anarchism and is infused with violence and death, died with violence and death, form themselves "Night Rider" edition of these poor, unfortunate which is akin to crime writer? How long, O God, will mission of hell, whose foundation is ruin and bloodshed,rator of Jim Crow statutes of Congress finds itself occu vitals. Thus we behold but power to protect its citi the lips of a law. A government elements is a misnomer, as a sentence. Criminal conspiracy against them upon the rights of every application of existing statute these homes were the proper protection would be afforded; and the voice of race discrimin- censeless Afro-Americans qua- quam, while tomorrow the nation crying embers. The home is the government, the nation, a Suppose, Mr. Voter, that the security and happiness of your home, of which years and years of toil and effort were necessary in order to obtain, was suddenly shattered and rendered unsafe by a band of outlaws, whom themselves claiming to be loyal citizens, with no remedy save the abandonment of that sacred spot—the home? And remember the hard struggle under adverse circumstances is the common lot of every Afro-American Now we read New Madrid, Mo, which has a large Negro population, is in the throes of anarchism and its law abiding citi-lives, being threatened with violence and death by a cowardly band lives, being theratened with violence and death by a cowardly band of assassins who term themselves "Night Riders." Could you place yourself in the position of these poor, unfortunate people, without the bitter anguish which is akin to crime without the feeling of revenge and murder? How long, O God, will the nation countenance this bitter passion of hell, whose foundation is Jim Crowism and whose ultimate end is ruin and bloodshed? Crimes are multiplied in the incubator of Jim Crow statutes and race prejudice. Today our national Congress finds itself occupied in placing this poison in its very vitals. Thus we behold the national peril. A government without power to protect its citizens is meaningless as are lies from the lips of a fool. A government which will not surpress its lawless elements is a misnomer, as void of usefulness as if it never had existence. The act of criminal conspiracy against these defenseless people is a grave trespass upon the rights of every citizen of the nation, and calls for rigid application of existing statutes which would give ample remedy. If these homes were the property of large corporations sufficient protection would be afforded; but ahl in the very heart of the nation the voice of race discrimination is cating away its vitals. Today the defenseless Afro-Americans quail under the burning fires of Jim Crowism, while tomorrow the nation no less shall suffer the spirit of its dying embers. The home is the foundation of society, the state, the government, the nation, and you have the right to protect it. TOUCHED HIGH STEEL MAGNATES were not count for every actively speaking. Recently a large steel corporation which willment to bid on a contract drop forged shells, valued a government, turned the order days." Think of a trust refusing because their conscience praises as soulless corporation "the sun do move." News and Tribune are receiv NATIVES for the way the chance of having a representation the breast express the high praise given these great days of freedom (2) the A NG OF THE DOORS of the last Monday evening, mar Chicago. Too much credit instrumental in securing the That their efforts were wrong that attended the open AFTER ELECTION a great fact that the dear public hath the discard, and the hat that its own weight down over e. GINK who should put his should be "GOTTEN TO insist on running we will political fly. HILE it will dawn upon the days she will blow up any suit. So if we play with fire MANY PEOPLE are weeping didn't blow the other way, lily and saying, "See what PITTSBURGH STEEL MAGNATES would have us believe the almighty dollar doesn't count for everything and they can be "touched," figuratively speaking. Recently because of "humanitarian reasons" a large steel corporation which was asked by the foreign trade commission to bid on a contract to furnish part of an order of 1,100,000 drop forged shells, valued at $4,000,000, wanted by the British government, turned the order down for the said "humanitarian reasons." Think of a trust refusing to make a bundle of money merely because their conscience pricked them. Most people look upon trusts as soulless corporations whose only object is to crush. Truly "the sun do move." The Evening News and Tribune are receiving much praise from the Second ward NATIVES for the way they pointed out to the voters the importance of having a representative in the city council. We are glad to hear the broad expression from all over the war; as one man, the high praise given these great dailies, for it shows that even in these days of freedom (B) the Afro-American is still grateful. THE OPENING OF THE DOORS of the New Eighth Regiment Armory on last Monday evening, marked an epoch in the race's progress in Chicago. Too much credit cannot be given to those who were instrumental in securing the magnificent home for our boys in blue. That their efforts were appreciated was attested by the immense throng that attended the opening. THE DAY AFTER ELECTION a great many candidates wake up to the fact that the dear public has gently but firmly tossed them into the discard, and the hat that once was tight on their head slips of its own weight down over the ears. But such is a politician's life. THE FIRST GINK who should put his head up as an Independent candidate should be "GOTTEN TOLD" that he is not wanted, and if he insists on running we will proceed to lasso the persistent summer political fly. AFTER AWHILE it will dawn upon the United States that when Germany says she will blow up any ship found in certain waters, she means it. So if we play with fire we can expect to get burned. A GREAT MANY PEOPLE are weeping over the fact, that the election wind didn't blow the other way, but the wise ones are wearing a broad smile and saying, "See what WT did." AND IT snowed the next day! EDITOR.S MAIL Name and Address Please. A. F. S. Writing this week must forward name and address before information is published. Unsigned communications receive no attention. "Let There Be Light." February 22, 1918. Editor Defender: Your editorials are getting better and better. I en- joy their refreshing vim and vigor and contributions of our Hon. Dr. Majesty, the medical feature by Dr. Williams. "Let there be light," and more light on this truth will make it a rea- ity. I am referring to the propriety in our choosing our own mark, class or race name which may become more of a suggestion uplifting than the little "n" which was given to those dead to racial reality. Vice President-Americana! We can make our name amount to much. If we build our minds that way, all of us, both men and women of African origin. Why be perverted? We will choose any old name which is given us by those constituted organizations whose sole purpose is to degrade all mankind of the darker skin. Every organism in nature is a law unto itself, even so is man, and this law is known or unknown in direct proportion as the truth is told or denied. One race breaks a law of nature if it pretends-to be a judge or a ruler of the. other, much less an absence landlord. A man's name is what he chooses it to be and may be so legally affirmed. We may be undergoing a phase of racial absorption by the dominant class, but the stuff sought for is the life blood of our people, and before would all be whitened even greater. hardship, degradation and prostitution will be forced upon our men and women, grinding them into that brutal shame, shame in what that law. "Hoor thy father and thy mother that thy days may long, long, etc. is broken." ```markdown ``` --- security and happiness of your toil and effort were necessary shattered and rendered unsafe by lives claiming to be loyal citizens, amount of that sacred spot—the struggle under adverse circumstances Afro-American. Mo., which has a large Negro archism and its law abiding citi-ence and death by a cowardly band and death by a cowardly band "Night Riders." You place poor, unfortunate people, without to crime without the feeling of O God, will the nation counten- those base is. Jim Crowism and bloodshed? Crimes are multi- row statutes and race prejudice. Is itself occupied in placing this live behold the national peril. A protect its citizens is meaningless. A government which will not ennumer, as void of usefulness as against these defenseless people acts of every citizen of the nation,显然 statutes which would give the property of large corpora- be afforded; but ah! in the very race discrimination is eating away Americans quail under the burning row the nation no less shall suffer. The home is the foundation of the nation, and you have the right CHED. MAGNATES would have us believe it for everything and they can be. Recently because of "human- poration which was asked by the on a contract to furnish part of an cells, valued at $4,000,000, wanted the order down for the said "hu- trust refusing to make a bundle conscience pricked them. Most mass corporations whose only object move." June are receiving much praise from the way they pointed out to the repre- sentative in the city council, from all over the war, in these great dailies, for it shows (?) the Afro-American is still DOORS of the New Eighth Regi- evening, marked an epoch in the much credit cannot be given to occurring the magnificent home for arts were, appreciated was attested added the opening. TION a great many candidates public has gently but firmly the hat that once was tight on it down over the cars. But such ould put his head up as an Inde- OTTEN TOLD" that he is not meaning we will proceed to lasso the dawn upon the United States that now up any ship found in certain play with fire we can expect to get WE are weeping over the fact, that other way, but the wise ones are "See what WE did." ay! We hall the Chicago Defender in the lead of ill American papers for originality and absence of stereotyped stuff on the man in the United States of African descent. More or less to truth. Let there be no error. PLEASED WITH DEFENDER. Des Molines, Ia., Feb. 26. Editor Defender: Words fail to express my eagerness to get the Chicago Defender (the best race paper I ever had a husband). "He sent I have not been a resident of Chicago for seven years, but when I get the Defender and read of the happenings there I feel as though I had made a visit. Then when I read the foreign correspondence I take 'other neutral trips. I was somewhat disappointed not to see any Georgia notes in this issue. Don't forget the old home state again. "I have been 'very ill for nearly two months but never too sick to ask, "Has the Defender-come?" With best wishes for your continued success, I am yours. FRANK P. JOHNSON. DEFENDER'S LEGAL HELPS QUESTION: The landlord has led me to certain feet and promised to put lilies in the halls, but has neglected to do so and the halls are dark and cannot tell when I am going down or completely up the stairs. A few evening ages when going down the stairs I could not see the steps and thinking I was down at the bottom stepped into the hall and found I was several steps from the bottom and all down to the bottom and injures my hip and side internally. Can I recover from any person for my injury? Yes, you can recover from the landlord for negligence in the property by taking the halls in accordance requiring J. E. McCONNELL, M. D. Put Your Rent Money Back in Your Pocket You can OWN YOUR OWN HOME for the money you pay the landlord. You pay rent to YOURSELF when you buy on our EASY TERM PLAN. Ask us about it. GO OUT TODAY and see these bargains—open [from 2 to 4 P. M. 3235 Prairie Ave. 7-room cottage on large lot; splendid location. 3326 Forest Ave. 8-room stone, hardwood floors; near Boulevard. 3439 Vernon Ave. 16-room house. Great snap. Will be sold cheap. 4247 Wabash Ave. Substantial brick. 3-flat. Fine location and transportation. Guaranteed Titles. For special appointment to see properties, phone Randolph 3751. FRED'K H. BARTLETT & CO. Owners 69 West Washington Street 1930 Heart Dropsy - Symptoms. Etc. A great many people are often worried about their feet, ankles and legs below the knees swelling. It is well that they should be concerned about this condition. The swollen or drop-shaped condition is indicated by the pitting is not a disease, but only a symptom or sign of a diseased condition either of the heart or some other part of the circulatory system. We have two large systems, composed of blood vessels running from the heart, the same as large railroad tracks leading from Chicago, New York, or some other center. Now, for arteries we consider the arteries the great "trunk" of the lying food (the blood) to all the tissues of the body. This blood is pumped or forced through the arteries by the heart, the muscular contraction of the blood vessels, and the nervous stimulation. On the other hand, we have a return of the blood to the heart after having been gathered up from the tissues, or what we call having drained the tissues by the veins and returned to the right side of the heart. Bear in mind that the arteries lead from the heart, and that the veins lead to the heart, that is why whenever we interference with the return of the blood through the veins to the heart, either by the weak end condition of the heart, blood vessels, or pressure on the veins, for instance, as in some cases of pregnancy or a tight constriction about the limbs—you have a condition known as dropsy in the most dependent part and furthest from the heart, which is usually in the feet and ankles, and a gradual rising upward toward the heart. Dropsy is an interference some where the circulation is weak. Car disc one form of dropsy, and by this means inability on the part of the foot the lipidymph vessels to remove the fluid from the tissues. The lymphatic vessels usually act as the scavengers of 1.5 body, and empty their contents through various glands of the system. Hence we see that the system becomes dropsical, or what we call water-logged, just the same as the scavengers or wheat field would become if we had a badly or imperfectly drained. This same condition obtains when the heart is weak and the veins badly or imperfectly drained the tissues, and this water-logged condition or recitation of water in the tissues called dropsy. Symptoms of Heart Disease. Among the early symptoms of heart disease may be a slight palpitation, shortness of breath; dropy, beginning in the feet, feet and hind legs and traveling upward, such as dancing, running after cars, climbing stairs, walking fast; coughing up a white frothy mucus, vertigo or dizziness, gastric disturbances. Later on there may be dilatation or stretching of the heartaches, then great pain and distress in the chest, chest pain and increases upward, the legs and thighs becoming greatly swollen, fluid accumulates in the abdomen. This condition all landlords to supply suitable lights in all halls. Insurance information. QUESTION: I took out an insurance policy with a certain insurance company. After I received my policy they wrote me a letter to give them some more information regarding my experience with any other insurance company that they might pass upon my policy. The only one I gave the requested information that they would cancel my policy. Am I obliged to give any further information and can they cancel my policy for my failure to do so? ANSWER: You are not obliged to give any further information. Any information desired by the company should have been obtained before the issuance of the policy. They cannot lawfully cancel your policy unless you have been made, and if they do you need only tender your premiums and upon any injury or sickness and they fail to pay you, you may sue and recover upon your policy. Violation of Civil Rights Laws. QUESTION: I went into a café with a white friend of mine to dine and be entertained and the waiter informed me that I could not be served in mixed couples. I took up the matter with the proprietor and he stated that the police servicant had given instructions not to serve mixed couples and that he was obliged to NO CASES ARE DIAGNOSED AND NO PRESCRIPTIONS GIVEN IN THESE WEEKLY ARTICLES is known as ascites. From the abdomen this fluid travels upward until it makes its appearance in one or both sides of the chest. Then we have edema of the lungs, or stagnation of blood in the lungs; cough is much increased; there is greater difficulty in breathing, and there is cough up and spitting of blood; inability to lie down in bed. One must sit either propped up in bed or sit in a chair. The poor individual experiences extreme discomfort. He can get very little rest either during the night or day owing to his great difficulty in breathing, or dyspnoea. The condition arises in the way of palpitation, shortness of breath, aching pains in back and chest, swollen legs and abdomen, until death finally relieves him. Our advice to you, when you find yourself having one or any of the above mentioned symptoms, is to consult your physician as to the meaning of your palpitation or shortness of breath, etc., before the dropsical insignis in your feet and legs. Second, do not cough, your cough or shortness of breath, as great many coughs are due to valvular heart disease, stomach derangements, pressure or irritation in the chest, etc. Often if you cultivate the habit of taking the various advertised medicines for cough, without flowing the underlying cause or cause, you may do yourself an inapparable harm. I desire very much to emphasize the importance of rest in heart disease. Rest in the beginning in the treatment of heart disease is of paramount importance. It is far more important to secure both mental and physical rest in the treatment of heart disease than in taking all the motion that may no furnished you the various apachecies in the Chicago. Then, after rest cor withdrawal of fluids from Your physician will advise the withdrawing of the injection so as to achieve rassed circulatory sys- In cardiac dropsy the o he kept freely open, the o skin active so as to rid the syst much of the accumulative fluid. At diminishing the work of the heart, and when your physician wi advise-as to what draw psychi you should take to stimulate and strengthen the heart. You do not know what o to take, and if you indulge in medication in these serious heart dropsial conditions you are surely perhaps ignorantly consulting you to remind you that h disease may can be largely vented, and if should be so fortunate as to have this disease can to a very large extent avi disastrous termination by aroi heart strain, by living a quiet, evhygilic life. One should give much attention t personal hygiene. Then, too, one must in such condition, avoid over eating, all excitement, worry and brooding over things that cannot be rem ed. refuse to serve me in his cafe. Have I any remedy against this injunction? ANSWER: Yes, you may have the proprietor and waiter arrested and fined under the state law for making discriminations on account of race, or you may sue the proprietor civilly and recover in a sum from one to five hundred dollars. These cases are rather rather frequently and they should be prosecuted in the courts until this infamous discrimination on account of no one is stopped. The police sergeant and one other one has any legal authority to give any such instructions as mentioned by the above proprietor and all such are null and void. Take them to the courts. H. H McConico, who resided in Atlanta some years ago, now located in Little Rock, Ark., holds the position of National Auditor of Mosaic Templars of America, superintends twenty-six states, South and Central America, Panama Canal and West Indies. He is in Atlanta mingling among friends. Why have you a van room in your house when a small classified "ad" in The Chicago Defender brings the right kind of roomers? Try one. CHAMPION JACK JOHNSON AS HE IS TODAY, FIRST PICTURES TAKN IN BUENOS AIRES IN BUENOS AMILOS Colors to the urdies—Ecker 'inners—Other young. linga Dismond something Sat- long remem- ook the 40- and was le after city had the up- mo as a lit- tle light in the wars were a lit- te fleet foot boy come the differ- look the rival head ash prep school and and high hurdles. Also in-finals. But the surprise sole "shooting match" was a C. A. A., had three teams entered, a C. Chicago University one, and the I. A. C. one. Pew expected the university team to be in the running. The trick is to save laps to the mile; each man had a curved, and our Dismond on the last one on touched touched Dismond after one of the C. Chicago cracks but two and a half yard lead but although a little nervous, he showed his knowledge of the game. Before anyone could realize what had happened, he sprinted, cut down the lead, and taken it himself. Three times around he went; the pace was too fast for the others and he crossed the line winner, while the vast throng that filled the spacious armory yelled themselves hoarse, the college chips leading us soon as Dismond took the lead. It was the prettiest race that has been seen here. Eckersall Shows Narrowness. Our friend, Walter Eckersall, of the Tribune, wrote up the games in Sunday morning's issue. Poor scribe this former Maroon athlete. To think that one running of his own alma mater would be passed up and not red simply because he is not strange, too, that he can see games and the like, yet Dismond win. Well, he the noise and might have it was about. Bobby Marly put a crimp in him, moved in to the Northwest as we go to the park, edited the fine the games will carry the result next and is without doubt the date John B. Taylor. But Bobby Harvard in the fall but there four times—at the indoor interscholastic, the interscholastic, and the university interscholastic. d s l n ce he stc. mnt steal ll be limons officials ies must ne sooner or relay will dorph will act cations must be cents, the name of eibr association, and the events intend to enter. Basketball Y. M. C. A. Lightweight team and the Hull House Meteors in a game last Thursday over a lightning game, 31 to 22. Mongeters showed remarkable of much credit is due to Mr. who has given his time to ag this team. The Hull House is away the play. They play to the opposite of mongeters. Individual playing, of team work and lack of pre-occupied their defeat. Those who the game refused to applaud, and keep from embarrassing the big wins, we won't print the score. LIGHTH REGIMENT BALL / A TREMENDOUS SUCCESS Adjustant General Dickson and Staff and 2,500 People Attend House-winging of New Armory—Dance 2 A.M. ough it rained incessantly on night, 2,500 people were pres- formal opening of the new deign Regiment armory, Thirty-fifth street and Forest avenue. Adjutant Dickson and staff were pres- Sorgeant Berry directed the all, which played all the latest dances. The adjutant general and Mrs. Deunion led the grand march, followed by his staff and Colonel Denison and the Eighth Regiment staff. number of white friends were pres- ment at an opening. In-montu box seats were arranged east and west sides of the hall, which gave spectators an opportunity to clearly the grand march and g. Many especially made gowns worn by Mrs. Elizabeth Bar-Mrs. Charles Reese, Mrs. Edna- nson, Mrs. Mario Parker, Mrs. arles Washington, Miss Josephine- is, Miss Gonzales Porter, Mrs- man H. Dudley and others. The march was directed by Cap-ill. Captains Fry, Nelson and were admirable assistants to Denison in making the ball it of. Sorel company friends with retrepid patrons is now in its own- and with the forthcom- andion the armory will be either south and a calcony of Denison was greatly a monster crowd. persons to use were Mrs. une, and Miss erdinand str Champion Posing to 'show His Condition—Jess Willard Will Have to Go Some to Break Down This Guard. CHICAGO MEN ARE CHIDED FOR NOT BEING GALLANT Young Men in Particular Are Severely Rebuked for Allowing Their Sweethearts and Sisters to Attend Social Affairs and Entertainment Unattended. IS SOCIETY ON THE WANE? A Review of Social Life in Chicago—The Good Old Days When the Best People Entertained for Pleasure's Sake and Men Appreciated Womankind. In my attempt to give a particular review of the social status of Chief in years past, as against the social ego in years past, necessitates my going back some twenty years ago, conditioning them without fear of contradiction, and during my social experience from $577 up until 1900 we had a far more congenial and completely organized social condition among both married and single women, and a social affiliation among the leading families which made it a pleasure to be associated with them under any and all circumstances. When any one of that number entertained you were fortunate to be invited, for in those days it was a compliment to receive an invitation to a social function given by one of the first families, from the very fact that they had to know something of your character before you were permitted to enjoy the hospitality of their homes, and in many instances you were received only on the recommendation of a friend, who, of course, had the entire into their homes. Old-Timers Had Class. Mrs. M. A. or B. entertained it meant class; and then, too, the pleasure of the affair could be anticipated on account of knowing whom you were going to meet at such an affair. The distance was never too far nor the weather too severe, whether it was on the west or south side. When an on the west side there was a little different feeling or interest, as the south siders always had that feeling of going to another city. Consequently those who went from the south side knew that the time spent between going and coming back home on the old horse car lines—which was the only means of conveyance until the cable car was a big improvement of course, was a big improvement over the popular Lake street horse car route—meant an all-night trip. But that had no terror for the south siders, or vice versa, as the enjoyment of the affair was well worth the trip. Another interesting feature in those days was the congeniality which existed in club life among both married and single women, the other, which, of course, entirely enlisted all jealousy which seems so prevalent among clubs today, whether composed of men or women. Pleasure Only Object. In touching on social life in past years in Chicago, when class and seclusiveness stood pre-eminently above any other motive, I am sized with a happy recollection of those days, as that is one of the factors that make social intercourse worth while. There are many who, while reading this article, will paint an imaginary picture of those days, and stop and pause just long enough to revel in a delightful thought of some one of the many pleasant social functions which they have attended, either on the west side or south side, as the case might be. In those days an evening could be spent in making an ordinary social call that would compare favorably in ways with the average social function today. The young people were particularly interesting in those days, if for no other reason than the attention shown the young women of their set—a duty which is very much neglected by the young men of today, admitting, however, there are a few exceptions. Don't Appreciate Young Women. The young men who pose as social lights of today seem to be possessed with an idea that it is the manly thing to attend affairs of a social nature—men who are church—yes, and parties—unattend a lady; but, on the contrary, shows lack of appreciation for young women, a thing the young men of years ago were never guilty of. In recalling the many homes where the atmosphere of refinement permeated the very air and the young people always found a hearty welcome I am reminded of, say on the west side, the Grays, Hancockets, Kings, Peter French, Martha French, Shawz, J. B. French, and Whites; and on the south side the Wheelers, Grada Newsome, John Jones, George Smith, Dr. Bentley, Montgomery, Burns, and John Johnson. In those days people in social life had the moral courage to draw close enough to eliminate social impurities with whom social affairs of today are infested. In those days the public affairs as were given by St. Thomas, the "Governors," the Columbia Club, and the Christmas afternoon and evening dance, were looked forward to as much anticipation of an enjoyable afternoon or evening, indoors or outdoors as the case might be, as the average private affair of today. TOLEDO PEOPLE GIVE BALL TO AID BLIND MAN SPLENDID TREAT FOR MUSIC LOVERS AT BETHEL SUNDAY. Part 2—Organ solo, selected, Miss Pauline James Lee; vocal solo, "O Rest in the Lord," Meldelson, Mr. John W. Joues; address, "Coloridge Eye Basket, Initsie trio, 'Lift Thine Eye' from" Mrs. L. Nelson, Miss F. Drake and Mrs. P. Woodward; violin solo, selected, Mr. Carroll K. Dickerson; soprano solo, "My Redeemer Liveth, Handel, Ms. Clara Jackson-Hutchinson; anthem, 'Inflammatus,' Rossin, choir. Accompanists, Miss Cleo Dickerson and A. Stolnai Majors. A. Mundy, musical director; Lillian Hunt, organist; T. A. Smythe, pastor. Silver offering at the door. 8TH REGIMENT WANTS NEW RECRUITS NOW. Splendid Opportunity for Young Men to Sequce Military Training Wanted—Neat appearing young men for enlistment in one of the new companies of 8th Inf., I. N. G. Apply to Lieut. Wadworth D. Holmes, room 2, Wadworth D. Holmes, room 2, Forest and Forest at 8 p. m. Recruiting every night except Saturday. This is the Picture of the Champion, Boxing Before a Large Crowd—His Opponent Is a Celebrated Professional Down That Way Named Murray, but Johnson Knocked Him Out in the Thing Round. This is the Picture of the Champion, Boxing Before a Large Crowd—His Opponent Is a Celebrated Professional Down That Way Named Murray, but Johnson Knocked Him Out in the Thing Round. Automobile Service LIMOUSINES, TAXI AND TOURING CARS J. E. WEBB Stand at Elite No. 2 3445 S. State Street 2:30 A. M. to 12 Noon, NORMAL 1563 DOUGLAS 5477. DOUGLAS 7759 1:00 P. M. to 2:30 A. M. AUTO. 72-403 AUTO. 73-865 VACHER-BALM Don't fail to get a trial jar of this great remedy, Vacher-Balm, for aches and pains. It acts quicker than any other remedy. If your druggist hasn't it, send 25c and I will forward it by mail prepaid. Avoid imitations. BEN BUTLER WRITES BOOK ON ATHLETICS BEN BUTLER WRITES BOOK ON ATHLETICS Brother of Sol, the Track Star, Cleverly Recites Their Career in Volume Entitled "Three Years in High School Athletics" —Herbert N. Roe Praises Work. (Special to Chicago Defender.) Rock Island, Ill., 11-26—"Three Years in High School Athletics," the name of the book which Ben Butler, brother of Sol, the track star of the local high school, wrote, went to press early this week. Ben has been working on the book for several weeks, and completed the volume Saturday. The book deals with the experiences of the Butler brothers in the three years that they have followed the sports in high school—two years of football and track in the school at Hutchinson, their former residence, and the football season of the local high school—and deals with the differen- ties of the work, both from the students' the choosy view. Ben was Soil's trainer all the while that the star has been taking prizes on the cinders and thrilling throngs with his marvelous runs on the gridron. According to herbert N. Roe, the book is very good. How many pages the work will contain when it comes off the press is not known definitely. There are several full-page illustrations also, the finishes of close races, pictures of the trac- tors teams of Hutchinson and of the finish of close squad, and in one place there is a cut, fifty-eight medals and cups which Butler has won in his two years' running. The book will help to pay for the college education of Ben and Sol, who intend to take up their studies in Harvard University next fall. REV. J. H. HALL RAISES $500 FOR NEW CHURCH By Mary E. Thomas Mona Pensacola, Phi. Fob, Rev. J. H. Hall, the new pastor, has risen in raising $300 on rally day and in February $152. Plans are being arranged to build a barnacelle. Mrs. Lillie Morris of St. Louis, Mo., paid a short visit to her mother and father. Mr. Frank Curry of Indianapolis was a visitor last week. Mr. Walter Thomson of the Christian Endeavor, is philanthropy for a big meeting soon. Quite a number are on the slick list. DR. PAUL CROSTHWAIT HEADED CIVIL SERVICE ON DUTY WEDNESDAY Dr. Paul Croswath, a graduate of the Northwestern University dental department, took the state board examination in October, 1914, and was second on the list. Recently he took the civil service examination under the board of health as a dental surgeon. He headed the list, was notified last Friday, and on Wednesday he was commissioned and went to work on the west side. For the past six months he has been an assistant to Dr. Charles E. Bentley. His many friends are proud of his success. He is vice president of the musical club at the "Y." Automobiles LIMOUSINES, TAXI J. E. V Stand at Elite No. 2 2:30 A. M. to 12 No. 1:00 P. M. to 2:30 A. M VACHE Don't fall remedy, Van It acts quick your druggs forward it b H. L. Phone Kenw LEWIS E. JOHNSON OPENS LAW OFFICE IN CHICAGO Graduate of Howard University Law School and Former Successful Attorney in Washington is Ready for Business in Convenient Location. Mr. Lewis E. Johnson, lawyer, of Washington, D. C., has located in this city to practice his profession. He has opened offices at 3104 South State street, formerly occupied by Dr. George C. Hall. Mr. Johnson took his B. D. degree from Howard University Law School in June, 1912. He is a member of the bar of the supreme court of Columbia and the court of appeals. He attached to the bar of the state of Illinois in December. He has been successful in some very important lawsuits. His career has been filled with constructive work, be a successful Y. M. C. A. worker. He was one of the promoters of the $125,000 Y. M. C. A. at Washington, D. C., and was executive secretary of the work. Under his supervision 7,000 were collected in cash from the Afro-American of Washington, the largest amount of cash raised to date in any city for a similar project. It was at this time Mr. Julius Rosenwald of this city then gave the Washington association $25,000. Lawyer Johnson organized the Y. M. C. A. work at Baxton, Iowa. In town he attracted attention by his advertising. At that time he was professionally attached for the Iowa legislature. He is an acknowledged organizer and leader of men. While secretary of the Washington Y. M. C. A. he had the honor of introducing ex-President Roosevelt, ex-President T. Ambassador Bryce, Dr. Booker T. Washington, Professor Kelly Miller, Bishop Thirkeld, the late judge Harlan and Congressman Martin B. Madden of this city. Lawyer Johnson is a strong race man and was active in the work of the N. A. A. C. P. and secured Mr. La Follette to speak against discrimination against the race in the departments at Washington. He is also interested in social settlements and welfare work, and is a strong authority along these lines. He had a bible institute at the Young People's Congress of the A. M. E. Church held at Atlanta last summer. He won a very important supreme court decision in Ohio based on Hon. Harry Smith's civil rights law. While at Washington he was a member of the exclusive Musolit Club and president of the tennis association, the best organization of its kind in the country. He is an athlete and holds several cups and for victories in tennis and other sports. The Masonic lodge. He is a nephew of Cohar Harry Bigs, U. R. K. P., and a brother of Mrs. Alice Walker, past vice princess of the Knights of Tabor, Attorney Johnson is a member of the Cook County Bar Association and is now ready to give legal service at his office, 3104 South State street. ELKS CALL AT CHICAGO DEFENDER OFFICE Messrs. James T. Copper, Vinnie Collins, William T. Cleens and C. Cross composed a committee from Great Lakes Lodge No. 43 of Elks that called at the Defender office Friday night to enroll their lodge on the subscription books, Mr. Copper was chairman of the committee. The paper goes to the lodge reading rooms at 4034 State street. See Me At My NEW HOME!!! 3101 State Street NOW Adams the Tailor 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, Quantitative to Years. Established 1902. Examination Free. GOLD CROWNS. FORCELAIN CROWNS BRIDGWOOK, Per Tooth SILVER FILLINGS 50g Boston Dental Periors New States Theatre Dig. 3507 SOUTH STATE STREET Open Evenings and Sundays Phone Douglas 4947 Marguerite Fountain Kenwood 6738 Auto. 79-104 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 you or stubborn your hair is, Poro hair treatment will surprise and please you. Phone Onkind 2435 Madeline R. McFarland FINE MILLINERY Feathers Cleaned, Dyed and Curled HATS BLOCKED 4746 State St. CHICAGO Another Pose Similar to the First One, Which Shows Plainly That All Talk About Him Not Being in Condition is False. JACK JOHNSON IS ON HIS WAY TO MEXICO World's Champion Reaches Havana on Last Stage of Jing Trip to Meet Jess Willard—Sets at Rest Rumors of Post-Ponement. (Special to Chicago Defender.) Havana, Cuba, Feb. 22—Jack Johnson, champion heavyweight pugilist of the world, will not fight here as has been rumored. The wonder of the prize ring left Monday afternoon on the liner Morro Castle for Mexico. He is feeling fine and said that he would fight Willard in Juarez as per agreement. Just before leaving, Johnson said: "I will fight Willard in Juarez as per agreement. As soon as the Willard fight is over, I will return to Havana and fight McVey. That will be within the next six weeks." Arrives at Barbados. Johnson arrived at Barbados on Feb. 7th. He got quite a reception on his way to the Marine hotel, and later half the population turned out to see him. From Barbados the party traveled to Tampico in a 300-ton chartered schooner. No training was done on the Highland Harris. Johnson said when he sailed that he did not intend to train on the voyage. He had hung his arm, the captain said, on the journey from Southampton to South America, and The Champion in Many Summer Attire and His Everlasting "Golden Smile"—Some Class to That Straw Hat, but There is No Zero Weather on the Othe Side of the Equator. for that reason he waned to take "light." His work in South America was confined chiefly to several boxing exhibitions with Frank Hagnoy, his sparring partner. (Special to Chicago Defender) Milwaukee, Wk., Feb. 26. -The Frontenac Club, just recently organized, held its fourth meeting, and in honor of its new members, visitors on February 18. The clubroom is decorated with flowers and the club spared no expenses to make its smoker a grand success. There were several addresses made and the music was rendered by Mr. Myrick. MME. LENA CARTER HOME. Mme. Lena Carter, proprietress of the fashion Shop, 21 East Thirty-fifth street, and teacher of hair work, manicuring and beauty culture in all its branches, has returned to the city from Charleston, Mo., where she instructed a class of ten in her art. After a short stay here, arranging for her spring and summer display, she will be off on another instruction tour, having classes in town, Wisconsin and Indiana. Anyone wishing the Chicago Defender will always find it on sale by Robert G. Cox at 317 Center street. For subscription, advertising rates or any other information see Robert G. Cox. All secretaries of fraternal orders are requested to send the name, address and telephone of the secretary of your lodge or order. Do so at once. Will be published free each week. Dr. James R. White, Physician and Surgeon, and Dr. A. C. Brown, Demonstrator of their offices from 3558 State Street to 3613 State Street. Specialist on Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat GLASSES FITTED Office Hours: 9 n. m. to 5 p. m., 7 to 9 p. m. Phones: Douglas 1248 Automatic, 77-810 3401 STATE STREET Residence, 4630 Evans Ave., Chicago Phone Kenwood 5466 PHONE DOUGLAS 5150 EYE, EAR, NOSE and THROAT Spencer C. Dickerson M. D. "SCIENTIFIC REFRACTION" 3601 So. State Street HOURS { 12 m. p.m. 8 to 8 p.m. } CHICAGO TRY IT! E. T. H.—Your club notes did not reach this office or they would have appeared in these columns. Must reach this office by Wednesday night.—Ed. Arbor Vitae Club. The Arbor Vitee club held its regular meeting Feb. 12 at the home of Mrs. Lacile Howard, 6134 Eberhart avenue. The new officers were business and public, the new year discussed, after which a very dainty lunch was served by the hostess. The Peerless Club. The Periwinkle Club held their regular meeting at the Ferminal Hall, 615 Wentworth Street, on Monday. The meeting was well attended and plans were perfected for the dance March 18. Mr. Crawford, the artistic committee, Mr. Greenlee, the reporter, 5712 Lafayette avenue. Harry Greene, reporter, 5712 Lafayette avenue. Annamattox Club. A. L. Mettride, chairman of the committee on membership of the Appomattox club, reports the following personal details of the club at the regular monthly meeting of the board of directors on February 11th institute, the Appomattox Club, Pemberton, Henry L. Tyler, Henry Young, Goo H. Porter, John H. O'Kinneys, Iwin Wilhelm (A1Ex, Moson, non-resident, St. Louis), Thomas Carlisle, Thomas Carlisle, Thomas Carlisle, A. L. Smith and H. A. Turner. On next Sunday afternoon the club will be joined by the parishes of the club house to which friends are cordially invited. The program will be rendered as usual by a chair of the club and a member of the Appomattox club held an informal dancing party for members only and it was largely attended. The club member will be invited to the meeting of the club with a spirit of real interest. The Saturday afternoon dance house, and largely attended by the members and their company, Mrs. S. A. T. Watkins, who is responsible for this activity, is highly pleased over the success. The volunteer workers' charity club met with Mrs. Josie Haker, 3571 Rhodes province Wednesday, to be connected for a musicite to be given at Wison Parker March 16th. The club is rapidly progressing under the leadership of their president, Mrs. Martha Walton. Clover Leaf Social Club. Clover Leaf Social Club was entertained by Mrs. Chuinda Douglas of 3575 Vernon avenue Thursday. An interesting program was rendered. Manile Blackburn, president; Anna M. Grayson, secretary. Matrimony Club Again Dr. Harry Gernes, who president of the Martinsville club, will make another attempt before the year is over to get his friend Walter Anderson off. Englewood Dramatic Club The young men's model and dramatic club of Englewood and their pleasure seeing at the residence of Mr. Levy. "Silver," off the shelf. There were thirty-four girls, the majority being North Side girls. Refreshments were served. The next meeting will be at the 6:033 Throop street, Monday, March 1st. The Eutroplan Club The Eutaterian Club met last Friday evening, holding, a business meeting with Mr. Brennan, a marketing M.Brennan, F. Huston, club critic, interesting paper, that will long be remembered. Mr. G. I. Robinson, the president, was ill and could not attend. The meeting was held. Women's Christian Association The Chicago Women's Christian Association will hold executive board meeting Monday, March 1st, at the residence of the president of the Women's Christian Association, 2004; Mrs. Bertha Cook, chirmanu. Ideal Woman's Club. The Ideal Woman's club met at the home of Mrs. B. Black. 6006 Aberdeen street. Quite a lot of charity cases were attended, and the club dried quite a nice program. Refreshments were served. On Monday evening the Ideal Woman's club gave a Martha Washington social at the home of Mrs. L. White. A large group volunteered. Quite a large crowd attended. Chevallier Club At the residence of Mr. Dave Pelly, 4423 Dearborn street, the Chervonchel club will host a dinner for the club's monthly meeting Wednesday, Feb. 10. In spite of the poor attendance business was transacted with great interest, during which plums were made for their spring festivities. Mr. Pelly, a business the club enjoyed a delightful rept, Pascal T. Barber, president; Dave Secretary; Willie Williams, reporter. Frederick Douglas Center. Sunday, February 28, at 4 p. m., there will be a musical program in charge of the club's events. Mr. Pelly will Taylor as accompanist. Miss Estela Wilson and Mr. Leonard Huber will give vocal selections. Mrs. Cutter is a strong singer in the Earls Center for views of justice. The tenth anniversary benefit concerts for March 2 at Unity Earls Center for Justice. Abraham Brown Center for Music will promise to be successful. The Aeolian quartet will furnish music under the di- ference of Judge E. O. Brown, Mr. George Ellis, Mr. S. Laing Williams and others. The Con- temporary Women's club meets for the monthly meeting Tuesday, March 2 at 2:30 p. m. The Ladies' Labor of Love Club. "The Lady's Labor of Love met at 18th on the corner of 3344 Moran street. There was a great attendance made a very interesting meeting. We were also honored by having a very interesting remark, which made some very interesting remarks. Ashlurah Club The Ashburn Dramatic club held a business meeting at the home of Miss Beuth Walker, 3533 Calumet avenue, Beuth, IL. The investigating committee to be assisted by Mr. Vincent, who already has become an important factor. Mr. Smith is a brother of Mr. Canfield. Mr. Smith, who surprised those present with his excellent reading at our valentine party. Mt. Carmel C. M. E. Church The services are becoming more and more interesting. It is manifested by the visitors attending the church at 11 a.m. the service was as usual. The morning Paul Green delivered a splendid discourse, pleasing to all present, Sunday, Feb. 11, an evangelical meeting, at which time the lady, evangelist of the city, especially the lady, evangelist of the city, Eureka Fine Art Club. The Eureka Fine Art Club met on Thursday at the residence of Mrs. Theresa Patterson and the guest of Mrs. Kenny Thompson, several visitors were present. The club was addressed by Rev. T. A. Smythe. Baptist Missionary Union. The Baptist Missionary Union met at Paterson Hall on Monday, the meeting was well attended. The vice program rendered. The next meeting will be March 22d at the Berenak Institute, where it is cordially invited to come and enjoy a pleasant afternoon with the union. Progressive Negro League. On Sunday, February 21st, the progressive Negro LA-que held an enthusiastic installation of the installation a fine program was rendered under the auspices of the regular program committee of which Mr. C. H. Turner in Thompson had consented to take charge of the program which resulted in a great success. Thompson had consented to take charge of the regular program the following officers were installed by Mr. Edgar Thompson: wreather; U. S. Harvey, vice president; U. S. Thompson, financial secretary; Ira B. Mosely recording secretary; Miss Pearl Thompson, vice president; D. D. WhitMurphy, treasurer; C. H. Turner The young people always look forward to ant mertions. The dancing class, taught by Mr. Wm. Paris, is well attended, and the other assistant has his another assistant in the person of Miss Edna Hodge at the play ground. Miss Edna Hodge sews class children. Miss Ruth Royd and Catherine Mauney also assist. They find the work very pleasant. Children sew class children. They asked to send the children on time. Visitors will welcome at any of the things mentioned. OBSERVE WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY WITH DINNER Rev. J. France Robinson Visits City of New York—Messy Out-of- City People Attend. B. W. C. SAMPLE Ornaments Necessary The small furnishings of a room are the things that really furnish it. The wall covering may be in the most apt proved of neutral tones, the floors may be faultless finished, the rugs may be exquisite and in impeccable taste and the furniture may be the product of careful workmanship and careful choosing. Even the pictures wall and the lights may be faultless. The question will lack a certain air of pretenseness unless a few objects, vague termed "ornaments," be included in its furnishings. Know Your Next Duty What is my next duty? What is the thing that lies nearest me? That belongs to your every-day history. One can answer that question but your answer must make what your next duty is. Is there nothing you neglect? Is there nothing you know you ought not to do? You would know your duty, if you thought earnest about it, and were not ambition of great things. George Macdonald. What It Cost Him "My darling," she murmured, "you were so grand, so noble, when you proposed to me that day in the taxi! Shall I ever forget how touchingly you spoke of your future, of the sacrifices you would make for me? It must have cost you something to speak those words, but you were young man, a shadow creeping over his face. "It cost me about two weeks' salary for the hire of that taxi." Hindrance to Progress. Nothing so hinders us in what we are doing as to be longing after something else; in so doing, we leave it tilling our own field, to drive the plow through our neighbor's land, where we must not look to reap a harvest; and there is mere waste of time. If our thoughts are impossible for us to set our faces steadily towards the work required of us—St. Francis de Sales. Value of a Hearty Laugh When a man laughs heartily there is a change in the character of his blood like unto that of high oxygenization. And, as a matter of fact, the mere mechanical action does oxygenize the blood, providing, of course, that the person is in the open or a well ventilated room; but this phenomenon, due to laughter, is more psychic than physical. Felt His Importance Many of the New York playgrounds have swings in which the kiddies can pull themselves up high above the ground, up up, up up, and gazed around delightfully; "Oh, I can see a bird; and there is a leaf that I can almost touch; and—" he folded his arms proudly "~o, ghe, I just as important as God"—much chameleon. Japanese Cookery Japanese cooks seldom use the ingredients in the preparation of food. Chopsticks, spoons and many other ingenuous little utensils are used. The most is of the most elabore orate nature; many of the dishes require twenty-four hours to prepare. swat the Fly. Would you enjoy your dinner if you saw baked goods, feas, roars or spiders crawling all over the foodstuff? Yet, this form of vermin is comparatively clean in comparison with files. Swat the first one bee. Local news, the slick and enteral- ments must not be written in these col- umns. In order to insure publication, church matter must reach this office not later than Wednesday night.—Ed. Quinn Chapel. There was a very large, appreciative audience present on last Sunday morning. Anderson preached a most interesting lecture on the importance ofention of all present. He elected his text from lt John, chap. 17. Therus, Rev. Nora Taylor will conduct a series of revival meetings beginning next Wednesday. Admiration and scuts free to Christians, and especially to sinners. Come and help us celebrate the salvation of souls. Next Monday, a celebration of home-coming and church fellowship night. Everyone will receive a return identification tickets. Many features of interest are being planned for the next week. A large number of friends and members whom we have not seen for quite awhile. Recommendation of "silver-haired" Johnson. On next Sunday, Feb. 28, the ordinance of "silver-haired" Johnson. On next afternoon immediately after the 11 o'clock afternoon. Afternoon at the close of the Sunday School, baptism by immersion. On next Sunday, a large spoke to a large audience. His subject, "Has the Negro Made Good?" was very interesting and handled by this Negro race. The funeral of Mrs. Spencer Wilson took place from Quinn Chapel on Friday, March 16, 2015, to seek eveys. Services conducted by Dr. Anderson. She was a member of Quinn Chapel. She gave a speech and a promoter of the Fireside school, was present in the morning services. She gave a speech and a promoter of the Fireside school. Everyone was glad to see and shake hands with this venerable woman. The first Sunday in March is our quarantine. We are in Morgans Park A. M. E. church will preach the communion sermon at 3 p. m. on that Sunday. We will be at the church, db. at 3 p. m. lt. Rev. G. L. Blackwell D. D. our presiding bishop, p. will preach the sermon. Our congregations are asked to hear him. Everybody is invited to visit us and hear our pastor, who was once known as the globe priest. St. John A. M. E. Church Mrs. Norah Taylor stepped quietly into S. John last Sunday evening to be a guest at the church, where she was heard expounding the gospel truth that came to her by inspiration through a song rendered by the choir, entitled "of some of these things shall ever move me." Hope Presbyterian Church. The master, Dr. C. Lee Jefferson, delivered a strong sermon on the subject, "women's role in the spiritual war," he warned against the subtle dangers of popular amusements to religious character and the spiritual war. Englewood have planned to carry on union evangelistic work in the church. Parker, secretary of the Church Extension Board, addressed the membership Wednesday evening on how to carry out the mission. Next Sunday, continue until Easter Sunday. The ladies' aid was entertained by Mrs. S. Drish, S. Ada street, on Wednesday. After the regular business a social hour was enjoyed. Wattie entertained the young ladies' dramatic club on Friday evening. The president, Miss Ethel May Brumfield, in the church parlor on Monday evening. St. Luke M. E. Church. Our pastor, Rev. Edw. R. Lewis, teaches many of the membership and friends. At the official board meeting Monday evening we appointed a committee to co-operate with the Pulton Street Mark in entertaining the ministers to the annual conference, which is to be held on the 15th of April at Pulton Street M. E. church; the various departments are arranging for the Sunday school; the Sunday school is growing in interest and in numbers. The adults are assigned to teach the school and witness what the young folks are doing and learning. Come early to the Sunday school and witness the day. A [very] interesting subject for discussion. Services at 10:30 a.m. regular hour. 6t. Mark Church The location of the church is taking first, rank among the congregations, not the new auditorium, but because the $80,000 quail y of the personnel of its membership is being added to every new member, is placed subtitial and. progressive men and women of the city. And St. Mark in the city is one of the chief agencies place as one of the chief agencies for good. It is an inspiration to note the auditorium and gallery each Sunday, the spirit of devotion, the large library, and the soul-inspiring singing impress all choir, under Mr. John A. Washington, ranks among the best in the city. Christian Filipino, in his address at St. Mark Lyceum last Sunday afternoon so picture the race stricher of his people that he hearty applauses. The solo by Miss Alexa Bratton was most excellently rendered. The address next to his afternoon will Bethel Church. The usual Sunday crowd gathered at the church and the Lord of God. Dr. Smythe presched an instructive sermon from the blind man at archer. At night he preached from the window of the church, whose close of the evening sermon one person was baptized, and fifteen read into full membership. Several persons were re-committed. Sunday is our third quarter meeting. We will meet in the church to unite with us in the 3 p.m. communion service. Rev. J. W. Robbins will preside the service to unite the church to unite with us in the 3 p.m. communion service. Rev. J. W. Robbins will preside the service to unite the church to unite with us in the 3 p.m. communion service. Rev. O. H. Banks, presiding older, will presach at 11 a.m. *M. the services.* This quarter occasion will close with our usual love feast on Monday. Bailer, G. L. Blackwell will be the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Calls while visiting the Temple B. Mathews missus. C. M. E. CHURCH ORGANIZE MEN AND WOMEN IN CLUBS. GUESS WHO DEPARTMENT The dolls are who are never heard of any more. Have you lost your popularity, A. M., M. M., K. M? The doll is who looks sad. Doesn't L. C. want you any more, L. D.? Forest third-and Forest avenue doll is who hold 'em with all the dudes. E. H., is he. The doll is who has lost with the dude. H. G. What's the matter, L. S., did E. H. beat you to it? The dude is who has won the heart of the frown brown K. M. Success, A. M. Love. Love is like the strong canopy of a tent, which "bears" the pitiless hall and the driving storm, protecting everybody who shelves beneath it. Love is a "holding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest." She bears the passions of envy and "the whimsy of contempt." She is always raring her tent above the smitten and stricken children of men, and in her gracious shelter they find security and peace. J. H. Jowett. Trouble With Limburger The trouble with Limberville cheese is that its smell assassinates its delicious taste. A Pennsylvania man states that the outside of the cheese is too cold, and that if this part is cut off, chunks, sliced and given a few seconds of immersion in hot water the smell will be destroyed, leaving the taste unpaired. The inside of the cheese does no treatment. —Farm, and Fresnes. Prink and Live Long According to a Roumanian scientist, anyone may live to be a hundred, barring accidents, if he drinks enough water. This scientist claims to have demonstrated that old age is due to a decrease in the amount of water in the system. He contends that old time. Time may be checkmated by systematic water drinking during middle age. Then It's Different. "Hope," said Junc Eben, "is what keeps a man happy an cheerful, unless he goes an' bets his money on it" Hays Hair Pomade is not a vasiline, but a true pomade, straighteners and softens the hair. ALMOST ALL THE STATES HAVE POPULAR NICKNAMES. Many Sources of Suggestion, but Few of the Appellations Are Maliçulous — Geographical Features Have Given Rise to Some. Nearly every state of the Union has a nickname suggestive of its chief product, physical character or historic association, and some of the states have a dual nickname of two or more nicknames, which in most cases appear to be equally popular and about even employed in current use. California is called both "Golden State" and "El Dorado"; Connecticut is the "Nutmeg State"; the "Freestone State"; and also the "Land of Steady Habitat". Delaware is the "Blue Hen State"; and also the "Diamond State". Georgia is the "Cracker State"; and also the "Empire State of the South." The sons of Illinois speak of it both as the "Sucker State" and the "Prairie State"; Kansas answers to the name of "Sunflower State"; "Central State" and "Jayhawker State"; Kentucky is known as the "Blue Grass State" and the "Milwaukee State" and the "Creole State." Minnesota affectionately or familiarly describe their state as the "Gopher State"; the "Bread and. Butter State"; and the "New England of the West"; Michigan is the "Wolverine State"; and the "Lake State"; Nebraska is the "Silver State"; and the "Sage State"; New York is the "Empire State"; and the "Excellent State." If a man speaks of the "Old North State" or the "Turpentine State" or the "Tarheel State" he means North Carolina; Oregon is the "Beaver State"; and the "Web Foot State"; South Dakota is the "Swing Cat State"; and the "Blizzard State"; Washington is the "Shihook State" and the "Evergreen State"; repeatedly spoken of as the "Old Daxter State"; the "Mother of States" and the "Mother of Presidents." The general nickname of Maryland is the "Old Line State" and it is sometimes called the "Oyster State" and the "Terrapin State." Maine is either the "Pine Tree State" or the "Lumber State." Using geographical features as nicknames are Florida, the "Peninsula State," Massachusetts, the "Bay State"; Mississippi, the "Bayou State"; Tennessee, the "Glen Bend State"; Vermont, the "Green Bend State" and West Virginia, the "Panhandle." Animals give their names to Arkansas, the "Bear State," North Dakota, the "Flickertail State" and Wisconsin, the "Badger State." Not So Very Cheap The man who wishes to economise was advised by a friend to go to a certain restaurant. "Mighty cheap," said the friend. So the would-be boarder went there. Next day he met that friend. "Pretty cheap place, eh?" said the latter. "Well, then, what under the sun are you kicking about? Why do you say the place isn't cheap?" "Because," said the man who wanted to save, with the emphasis of a German siege gun, "while I was eating, somebody stole my hat and overcoat." What the Housekeeper Thought. Few well-known people have done more for the cause of temperature than Lady Henry Somerset, and nearly she made an eloquent plea for clubs for women as a means of combating the drink evil. Lady Henry, for all her seriousness, is very fond of a joke, and the story goes that many years ago she and a lady friend played a capital one on the servants of her lady'ship's country museum. They both dressed up as French tourists, Lady Henry wearing a thick vell, and were shown round the place by the housekeeper. Lady Henry signed her name in the visitors' book as "Duschese de Montmorencel." Later on, when the unsuspecting housekeeper, who evidently did not speak French "Pench" ladies had been sufficiently lax in their praise of the house, told Lady Henry that "that Duschese de Montmorencel is a disagreeable person!"—Pearson's. Persian Lamb Fur It is said that after enormous dangers and difficulties, the secret of producing the lamb from which the Persian lamb lurk is secured, has at length been brought to America by an official United States department of agriculture. This official Doctor's course of Texas, made extensive investigations in Bokhara, and succeeded in discovering the kind of sheep whose lambs produce the so much sought after fur. Contrary to common belief, the fur is not taken from unborn lambs, but from those a few days old. It is said that there is possibility of the treatment of agriculture taking up this water. The lambs will be raised both in Canada and the United States — East and West. Survey of Southern Delaware Survey of Southern Palestine. A considerable amount of surveying and mapping has recently been done along the southern frontier of Palestine under the auspices of the Palestine Exploration fund by parties headed by Capt. S. F. Newcombe, R. E., and including two archeologists from the British museum. Five parties surveyed and mapped the whole border region except a small area around Akba, where the Turkish urban area was surveyed, and the trigonometrical survey of Palestine was connected up with that of Egypt. Button Hints. To fasten buttons tightly begin to sew on the wight side and sew back and forth several times before you begin to sew through the button. The button is sewn on the wrong side, to be rubbed off in laundering. In sewing buttons on coats sew over a match or toothpick and wrap thread for a "shank." Town: Long English in History. When-Manchester, England, was a rural market. Ghent was the center of the textil- industries of Europe. A Card of Thanks. We wish to thank our friends for the many kindnesses shown us during the brief illness and death of our husband and father. By the beautiful floral designs, telegraphs, letters and words of sympathy, Signed, Mrs. Lewis B. Beny (wife), Lewis V. Beny (son). CARD OF THANKS. William Willis, a member of Olivet Baptist church, departed this life February 18, 1915, after an illness of ten months' duration. His widow, to thank him, takes this opportunity to thank him, takes his assistance her during his illness and at the time of his death. She also wishes to thank those who contributed such beautiful floral pieces, and she especially extends her sincere thanks to the members of Olivet Baptist church for her dedication and her dedication at the services which were held Sunday from C. Jackson's chapel.—Mrs. Rolla-Willis, 3725 Forest Avenue CARD OF THANKS. I wish to thank my many friends for their attention and kindness shown during my son's illness. I wish to especially thank the Rev. S. H. Bishop, of St. Thomas Episcopal church, for the beautifully rendered funeral service, and to thank the Episcopal Sunday school and Carter Public school and others for the beautiful floral designs. CORRECTION In a card of thanks published in our late issue Martin Summers and Dessaline Summers read "daughters of the late Samuel Summers," when it should have read "sons"—Ed. Death of Little John Muse. John H. Muse, the son of Mr. and Mra. George Muse, age seven years, one month, one day, died February 15, 1915, at 5830 Wabash avenue. LGANS BIO & SLOO GOOD CITIZENS' oil Furniture, Plano, ETC, and Plain Note Quick, Polito Service and Strictly Private BAKER & CO. 105 W. Monroe St. Cor. Clark Fifth Floor Phone Randolph 2308 This company is represented by the Chicago Defender YOU GET QUICK ACTION When You Use MILD BLEACH "SAVOLA" FACE CREAM A Face Cream That Really BLEAHOES Leaves the Skin Soft and Velvety - - TRY IT TODAY - For sale by your druggist. If he doesn't have a skill to招呼 for you. He will gladly do it. Or we will send by mail upon receipt of price—50 cents. SAVOLA MFG. CO. (Not Inc.) 29 E. 55th St. Chicago, Ill. Special Terms to Agents IF YOU HAVE RESOLVED to Spend Less This Year and Buy a Home, Investigate the Following List. HOUSES. House, brick, near $38 St. car line, a wood floors and trim, cement basement, wood floors and trim, decorated inside and out. Biggest bargain, decorated inside and out. $50.00 down, terms to suit. Price $4,760.00. House, near Cottage Grove Ave, newly decorated inside and out; 12 rooms, open and well-lit. $4,760.00 per class. $40.00 down, $28.00 per month. House, new, rented for $40.00 per month. Price $4,250.00. COTTAGES. Cottage, six rooms, new porcelain bath and toilet, newly decorated platinum lattice and out, East of State St. south of 21st and west of 21st. Real bargain. $100.00 down, balance $15.00 per month. Price $2,760.00. We have many other bargains FOR SALE. Call or write us today. More information in the history of Chicago has the public offered such prices and terms. This is your opportunity. Anderson & Terrell Real Estate Brokers Renting - Loans - Insurance 3512 South State Street "Home of Real Estate Bargains." Phones: Douglas 205; Automatic, 79-804. 3105.07 South State Street CHICAGO, ILL. Douglas 208 Telephone Douglas 1846 FOR I ODD FELLOWS. Assembly Hall, B Lodge Hall, Pe Apply to the 3335-3337 South Linecoln State Bank UNDER STATE 3105-07 South CHICAGO Douglas CAPITAL, $200,000.00 A DOLLAR IN THE BANK A MONTH FROM YOUR POSITIONS nineeus crins This Registering Home Bank FREE to our Savings Depositors; will start you saving and keep you at it. A Savings Account is the first step to wealth. Open one with us. BUY THE CHICAGO DEFF THEATRICAL TALENT WANTE WANTED AT ONCE—LADY AND MA. for theatrical work. Must be able to do double or single team work. Adre- dency to Winnings for 4112 Chestnut, Virginia, Minnesota. LODGE DIRECTORY. Complete list of secretaries, residences and telephone numbers. Lady Elliot Circle, No. 199, C. O. F. Adrede P. Wesen, 3318 Vernon巷, recording sec- retary, Tel. Oakland 4698. Alma Temple, No. 78, S. M. T.—Edua P. W- enna P. Wesen, 3318 Vernon巷, recording sec- retary, Tel. Doug 5130. Aut. 73-523. Rose of Sharon Lodge, L. O. G. S. & D. Rose of Sharon Lodge, L. O. G. S. & D. recording secretary, Tel. Aut. 72-523. Unique Temple No. 16 Dts. of Elks meets at Huelett's hall, 2712 S. State street, every second and fourth Thursday. J.D. Rutler Muggle Stakes of 4120 Cham- plain avenue, secretary, Maggie Eberhart of 3545 Prairie avenue. Elma Temple No. 21 Dt. of Elks meets at Huelett's hall, 2712 S. State street, J.D. Rutler Muggle Stakes of 4120 Cham- plain avenue, secretary, Maggie Eberhart of 3545 Prairie avenue. Elma Temple No. 21 Dt. of Elks meets at Huelett's hall, 2712 S. State street, J.D. Rutler Muggle Stakes of 4120 Cham- plain avenue, secretary, Maggie Eberhart of 3545 Prairie avenue. Elma Temple No. 22 Dt. of E- at Huelett's hall, 2712 S. State street, first Thursday, Dt. K. holds, secretary, A. E. Wentworth avenue. Elma Temple No. 22, 1 the 4th Friday in each Hall at 2:20 p. m. Joale A. W. 4566, W. W. 5823, Ida McHencho Demi 3716 Dearborn at. 9456. Queen of Sheba, H. A. Hattie E. Chapman, W. phone, Kenwood 6008. St. Paul Temple, S. M. Nobles, W. Sec., 4401 De Western Star Lodge 1443 F. A. J. Bowman, P. S. street. Household of Ruth, No. Daily HALL BUILDING Oer Night, $12.00 Oer Night, $5.00 Jane Janitor North State Street Bank of Chicago SUPERVISION State Street D. ILL. 200 BURPLUS, $20,000.00 5000 5000 Commercial Banking Savings and Checking Accounts Foreign Exchange Safety Deposit Vaults Mortgages and Bonds 3% Interest on Savings Deposits Your Patronage Solic Depository and Corres ent. Continental &