Chicago Defender

On Camp's First american Eleven Alone Gives honor Eleven; , Scholar lete D BY NONE IN ollard—gentleman who sin- and Harvard when the good own in defeat has been given football world, up's All-Amer- are brought to on the field, meted himself less prejudice of this famous way but for a place. ago Tribune American to ter, accord western news- sian eleven through flatly porting pub- lified land outside bonder was have gone sects to the in, he was led to land ee eleven, by to Min- thwestern writer, out- when he up their he scribes n fall man as less" WARDEN CAUSES PRISONER'S DEATH WARDEN CAUSES PRISONER'S DEATH Savannah, Ga., Dec. 29. After a seven-hour session of the Chatham county board of commissioners in their investigation of the conditions surrounding the death of James Youngblood, a convict serving a ten-year term, who died six days ago, as it is alleged, from the effects of a lethal drug, commissioners reserved their decision. From the testimony, it was learned that Deputy Warden J. W. McRane, administered a cruel and inhuman thrashing, and that he being ill from bad treatment, the lashes inflicted, like those given shaves during slavery, caused his blood to flow more than the most bournous acts committed to the south since the "afflicts." No mercy or clemency was shown the prisoner. Nothing but mean, down-right hatred, it is alleged, caused the poor man to the whipped, which resulted in his death. Deputy Warden McRane had the Georgia law that allowed a convict to whiten a convict and Willie Jackson, another convict, testified that he saw the warden administer the thrashing, that his blood bolled as he watched his fellow blood bleed from the lashes. He said that the warden started early in the morning to thrash Youngblood and that Youngblood faltered. Jackson said that Youngblood faltered in the middle where he was working. The warden had other convicts sit on Youngblood's body and press his head into the mud so that people passing on the highway could not hear the screams of the almost murdered man. So mangle by the Youngblood, the Youngblood attempted to borrow a knife to suicide falling, he jumped into the canal in an attempt to commit suicide, but was pulled out and Warden McRane flogged him again. It is now said that the commission is thinking of giving Youngblood a mouthful of bravery and Youngblood a bite after the last suicide, but left in the case until evening, then he was carted back to camp, and died before the county physician arrived. Southern papers still say the race just not go north. HELD FOR BIGAMY CHICAGO DEFENDER NEWS SERVICE York City, Pa., Dec. 29. Benjamin F. Melbane, charged with desertion and non-maintenance on; one information, and bigamy and a serious offense on another, was given a hearing on both charges before Alderman Owens this afternoon. Informations were made by Mrs. Mr. Mebane, a former Yorker, at residing at East Greenville, Pa., alleged that during the month of last the defendant left her and two minor children in Reading, since that time has not provided for maintenance. according to evidence brought out at hearing this afternoon. Melanie I married several months ago to G. M. Jones, a widow, residing at East Poplar street, this city. It was of this evidence that the indictment bigamy grew. The defendant was allied to the February session of court proceedings. DER NEWS SERVICE dec. 28.—Bill Jackson, over 70 years old was in which he lived by no several miles belts. held over his body, old man's son, test- ed his strength, clock, and two was enveloped body was found built the home of Yves for cries for help c. 29. Two-car- ty-five in num- ber the northlands en, whole fami- le homes. The ylabam. Great FREDRICK DOUGLAS POLLARD Photo Loans! NY Lane Technical High School Placed by Mr. Walter Camp on his All American football team, the highest award in the football world. A player of wonderful ability, a clean sportsman, a scholar, this Chicago boy is the first of his race to win this honor. Los Angeles, Cal., Dec. 29.—The daring of Roy Steelman of the Pasadena High school saved the life of Clifton Walker, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Walker, who was taken out of the house little Clifton sister were taking their afternoon nap upstairs. The house caught fire from some unknown cause and was soon a fiery furnace. The blaze attracted thousands most of them coming from the house, which was weakened by the heat, fled downstairs, but Clifton slept on unaware of his danger. The frantic cries of the master and little daughter called the attention of the baby's danger and young Steelman, after several attempts to fight his way across the room, and in bringing the baby out alive. The house was totally destroyed. Roy went back to his schoolroom as though nothing had happened. WRECKS MACHINE TRYING TO SAVE WHITE LAD'S LIFE Shreveport, La. Dec. 29. Harry Davis, a 13-year-old white boy living at 1883 Southern avenue, owes his life to Dr. William M. Wallace, who drove his automobile upon the sidewalk and partly wrecked it in an attempt to keep from killing the lad. Eye-witnesses told the police and the Defender, reporter that the white boy jumped off a wagon and ran directly in the path of the machine. The boy's arm was broken. The doctor was not held. Bound For The Promised Land Poem by Mr. Ward, of Jacksonville, Florida, will re-appear in issue of January 13, accompanied by an illustration by our cartoonist, Mr. Fon N. Lly. ORDER YOUR COPIE ARLY SEE YOUR TODAY OLD SETTLER DIES FROM SEVERE BURNS Mrs. Agnus J. Wright, 3248 Catumet avenue, one of the old settlers of this city, was severely burned at home Saturday and died from the effects at Provident hospital Sunday morning at 10 o'clock. She had been ill for three months at her home. Every attention she got up from her evening before, she got up from her bed. She put on a wrap to warm herself while sitting before the grate. The fuzz on the wrap caught fire. In a moment wrap was ablaze, also her gown. She screamed for her sister, Mrs. Amelia Luker, one of the Defender reporters, who rushed to give her assistance. She was so frightened that she became overly tired but succeeded in smothering the flames. Immediately moved to Provident hospital, soon passed away. The funeral services were held Thursday from St. Thomas Episcopal church, the Rev. Father Simmons officiating. She was buried at Graecan陵墓. Mrs. Wright was the first and last woman agent for the Medical Aid and Burial Association. Her husband, Samuel Wright, was a long-time day of hours at Hennsay and Edward H. Wright, who often was a monee-maker in the old Third ward. Mrs. Wright was highly esteemed for the good work done among the poor and in the church. She leaves to mourn her loss, three daughters, two sisters, a son and one grand child. WIFE MURDERER TO HANG Macon, Ga. Dec. 29. -Plans are being made for the execution of Richard Glawson, a wife murderer, who has been sentenced to death on Jan. 4. The rope at the Blibb county jail is being stretched with a 200-pound bag of sand. Glawson killed his wife, but claimed he did not intend to do so. She was found embraced in another man's arms and Glawson said he cut at the man. 100 Leave for Tennessee TOO LEAVE TNISSUE Johnson City, Tenn. Dec. 29. About 100 members of the Yankees wagon and children from Birmingham, Ala. passed through the city Tuesday en route to Kingsport, where they will be given employment in the various in- stries in that hustling town. SERIOUSLY BURNED Morgan City, La. Dec. 29.—Hattle Williams, while doing laundry, work in the yard in the rear of the residence of Jack Bourdier, was fatally burned when her clothing lightened from a furnace. In the same year, the names Mrs. Bourdier was burned about the hands. The woman will die. BERT GRANT PASSES AWAY SUDDENLY Well Known Actor Succumbs to Attack of Pneumonia Bert Grant, one of the most prominent figures in the theatrical world, died on Christmas morning at the Provident hospital after a brief attack of plural-pneumonia. His death came as a complete surprise to his many friends, as he was on the Stroll as late as Dec. 20. The deceased had a long and successful career and was not alone recognized as a great comedian, but was considered an expert in the staging and producing lines. Away back in the late 80's he was billed as America's premier buck and wing dancer. He toured Europe with the last named attraction and established a reputation that stood him in good stead in later years. The famous trio, Jones, Grant & Jones, was billed a little earlier with Bert's return from abroad and the company became one of the most popular of its kind, being featured with many of the most prominent burlesque companies. After the dissolution of the trio he joined as a team with Irving Jones, booking over the best vaudeville circuits with success. He also qualified as a single act with the company with Dave Marion's big burlesque "The World of Frolic," in its recent long trip over the big wheel. After closing his engagement with the Marion attraction, he organized the act which he headed and which was seen at The Grand a few weeks ago. Bert Grant's Zulu Girls, Bert Grant, many of the qualities that go to make him a loss to the profession will be keenly felt. He leaves several relatives to mourn his loss. OLDEST WOMAN IN THE UNITED STATES DIES Elda, Okla., Dec. 29.—Mrs. Mary Ross, aged menace, the Race, who died in this city Friday night, probably the oldest person. In Unite, Nebraska, not-in-the-worlds. Neither her nor-any of her relatives or friends knew. her exact age, but figuring from what she had told them and what some of the old-timers know to be, fact, it is placed at about 116 years. D. L. F. Banks, who had known her since he was a small child, says that she was an old woman because as he can remember, and he himself was no longer 60. Her husband at the time of her death, some fifty years ago, was near the age of 60. Her youngest child, a son living in this city, is almost 60 years of age. Mrs. Ross had often talked of the great excitement in 1830 during the reign of King William IV and stars and said that she was a grown woman with a family of children at that time. AGED WOMAN TRIES SUICIDE FOR 3RD TIME Moultrie Ga., Dec. 29—Although she jumped into a well more than 35 feet deep, Mary Gray, a 75-year-old woman, will recover from the injuries she sustained. She has made two previous attempts to commit suicide. The old woman in this attempt to die landed in feet when she leaped into the well, which contained 5 feet of water. She was conscious when her car son, Branty Gray, saw her when she jumped, but was too far away to save her. An examination showed no bones broken. STRIKES FINAL "AMEN" ON PIANO WITH BUTCHER KNIFE Salt Lake, Utah, Dec. 29.-Walter Scott. 153 North Third street, West, according to the police, struck a good "amen" on the piano and is said to have struck the first and last chords with his knife and a poker. He is also alleged he struck terror in the heart of his wife and forced her to flee into the back yard. A neighbor called the police. Scott, after demolishing the piano, went onto the front porch and threatened anyone in the world. The police placed him under arrest and will examine his sanity. $47,400 ESTATE LEFT Lebanon, Ill., Dec. 29.—Young Turner, a former slave, who was reputed to be the wealthiest member of the Race in southern Illinois, and who died two months ago, left $47,400 in his will, according to the inventory filed in Belleville in his executors. Turner came to St. Clair county without a penny in 1864. HIT BY HOIST Richmond, Va. Dec. 29—Joe Hayes, who is employed in the American Locomotive Company works, sustained a severely fractured skull when the air hoist at the plant fell on him. He was rushed to the hospital, where his condition is reported serious. ARREST PREACHER AND LAWYER Jacksonville, Fla., Dec. 23—Bond, F. Shannon, 410 Broad street, and Rev. Andrew Butler were arrested here on a charge of recruiting members of the Race for the coal mines of West Virginia. They were charged with "recruiting labor without a license." ARM AMPUTATED Adelrsville, Ga., Dec. 29—Robert Wright, employed, by the Georgia Brick Co., who is in charge of the shate crushers, had his right arm ground off up near the shoulder. He put his hand into the machinery, thinking he could take a rock out that wouldn't go through. One White Man's "Nigger" and 2 Southern Editors Very Latest News Cleveland, Ohio, Dec. 29.—Thieves broke into the drug store of Ernest P. Jackson Saturday night and riffed the cash register. They also carried away the Bell telephone cash box containing many nickels. HAMPTON INSTITUTE GETS BIG CHRISTMAS GIFT New York, Dec. 29.—Announcement has been made that Simon Guggenheim and his brothers, the rich copper magnate have contributed $10,000 as a Christmas gift toward the struction of an auditorium at Hampton Institute, Hampton. The new building and equipment will cost $200,000. ROBBER'S VICTIM DIES Dyersburg, Tenn., Dec. 29.—John Tracy, w robbers about five weeks ago, died at the H. Christmas day. Tracy was robbed of $190 caped. This was the second time he had about $600 a short while before. MISSISSIPPI FARMER Summit, Miss., Dec. 29.—Here he was arrested Saturday. R. B. The "Good nigger" of slavery day's, who always sounded the alarm and put the "masters" and "drivers" next, when- ever one or two, or more of their companions planned to make a "get away" to freedom, has his descendants stalking about in this New York city as well as South, shameful though it is; the only feature lacking a perfect reproduction of the picture, as Toney Langston would say, being that shipper —theoretically, at least —is dead; the "masters" and "drivers" also, the great who would you in HELI! more of their companions planned to make a "get away" to freedom, has his descendants stalking about in this day and time, North Africa and shameful though it is; the only feature lacking a perfect reproduction of the picture, as Toney Langston would say, being that slavery —theoretically, at least is dead; the "free" drivers' also; the great majority, would you be surprised, being in HELL! Comes now to my attention, a triangle of REPROBATES: three; count 'em; The Shreveport Journal, published in Shreveport, La.; the Bogalusa Enterprise, issued also in Louisiana, and The Indianapolis Ledger, published in Indiana, Indiana, and North Carolina, who had he lived in slavery days, when, no doubt for generations his mothers did, and had their bodies whipped, and their souls murdered by "master" and "driver"; driven by force, if necessary, to the seclusion of the fence corner, or the dimness of the "slave's cabin" would have been called a "good house servant", and at Christmas time he goes to, to the pretty "yeller gal" of an ad-hoc plantation, whose father was h. MASTER, and whose mother WA' his concubine and SLAVE. What a trio; pals in the dark game of obstruction and blindness to a wronged people, scared, BURNED INTO THEIR VERY SOULS, with the white hot iron of racial intolerance; and WHAT is the contention of this precious gang? By all the reminders of written history, containing the story of the injustice inflicted upon our people for rising three hundred years; by all the side rights of slavery, the cat on time calls its impetus "uccestus" in auction blocks"; its impetus "uccestus" in the near by crimes and miseries of the "big war", reaching up to this very moment of this Holy Period, of this very year: THE BELLS OF CHRISTMAS RINGING FORTH A PROMISE OF SOOD WILL TO ALL MEN, still sounding in our ears; by the stories, that for Wiy years, up to THIS VERY MOON as sitting in my den, I am tracing the great motion has been to the world of the South's crime against the Negro. Of "peonage", that to the Negro toiler in the South, "This has given the word of promise to his ear" of payment for his labor, only to "break it to his hope"; Of its hungings—THOUSANDS OF THEM; Of its burnings at the altar and by way; barbecues and jubilees in the corps of SANDS OF THEM. Of its "gun murders" in the dark and the open day—THOUSANDS OF THEM. Of its dehumanization and mutilation of Colored women—THOUSANDS OF THEM. Of sweet faced, helpless girls destroyed, brown, yellow, white; buds of wood—THOUSANDS OF THEM. Of molten money over like rats; violated—THOUSANDS OF THEM. Wives—THOUSANDS OF THEM. Of the unequal advantages, and parsimonious appropriations, for the education of his children. For the spirit and act of segregation in its MOST absolute form, by which he is faced and shunted every town and every city, village, town and city, NIGGER QUARTERS; its "NIGGER STREET" of its "NIGGER" allAYER. Of year after year of toll, which he was promised ONLY TALE, paid in comparison of the same of wages paid in the North, for the same of employment, and robbed of THIAF even, by "sharp practice"; NEVER getting ahead; ALWAYS going back! Of the rule in the thousand of the South, that COMPENSATE THE presence of the white man with his HAT UNDER HIS ARM; to step in the gutter, WHEN MEETING HUM ON THE SIDEWALK; or take his life in his hand if he shares to presume to bend a gaze of admiration, or address in terms of familiarity a female of his race, that a "southern gentleman" has set "set apart FOR HIS OWN PURPOSE." The possible moral, industrial and political aspects of change and disintegration; the advent, quite to be expected, of new environments and conditions; the gradual sinking from sight of the old, involved in the unrest and gradual misery of the country of Blacks from one section of the country to another and, which, as sure as the season will allow, go, God's hand and wisdom is directing, makes no appeal to them; inspires no reflections; points no moral; tells no tale of sins committed, or restitution that should be made. Thinking mainly of their stomachs; and prating in their very sleep, "Soul take hine case," they are dead set, and eventuating against losing their Black help, and eventually against losing their White help; to mustle themselves for their "no choice" profits, from cotton, or depend upon white labor from the outside, the overflow scum of Europe already here; for which DOUBLE THE WAGES will have FOR THESE reasons part only, for the half will NEVER be, can commenced that now from the South; the DREDED manhood, manhood, manhood, INSHED girlhood, of III BURNING homes graves, upon the purge of our bone, flesh will not end—mark spreading from city county, state to state until they who for wrought those civils, rubs, will know for a God omit a just and good Foods! "Generation they not only blind, Belshazzar of old, I hand writing on the cannot make it out? Have they not in the irreaffectible truth the gods grind slow ceedingly fine?" Have they forgot of hardened hearts when three thousand seven years ago, seo of Jehovah: "Let a priest andante Pharoh's follow him biling charit and t to their fall with a and a jeer within the twinkling of an ished from the car fore the roaring he. For four hundred died in 115 inscrut mited their intrepid crucities inflicted a ple, but at last t clock had struck reached its end. When a whole pious, once commitee betray, to stretch their immus to move forward; slowly it may be at first, being the inertia of a long repose, following the inertia of a long repose, once they strike their gait, find their step, "be on their way", the "Gates of hell cannot prevail against them!" Now for a brief word or two, of the "Three reprobates" mentioned at the beginning of this article: their contentions and reflections, relative to the commenced migration North of our brethren from their south. To expedite time and space, let it be said at once, that the views of the two Southern journals are the reflections and comment to be expected from editors "to the manor born", hailing from that section of the country. They have no new arguments to offer, in views, showing depth and breadth of growth of their mental and moral persecone. They're the same old seven and six; have learned nothing, or forgotten nothing. Even as the dog goes back again and again to his vomit, creep they back on the bellies to theirs. --- to be paid, and the millions, like the sands of the sea, that will crowd in upon us as soon as peace follows the mighty conflict now going on. As showing, the utter vacuity and fatality of vision and mind of the two white (2) "represents" in relation to this image, is the lack of perturbation, and the breaking lose and drifting away from old moorings, note these excerpts, but of which do not ask to have a line of comment made. In the matter of meant for thought, they are but rilimless childers, and tell their own damn fool nonchalance and pigheadness. (The Shreveport Journal) But, it is useless to waste arguments like this on a set of wanderers who love travel only second to bacon and "chillins." The negroes will continue to invade the north, in season, as often as they find one to bear the expense. And they will continue to return in plenty of time for the spring planting. As this program enables the negro to learn from experience how much better off he is in the south, perhaps the annual exodus is a good thing all around. (Bogalusa Enterprise) The negro that remains in Bogalusa and the south is the negro who is displaying some judgment. Now for the last and third member of the "reprobate trio"; the one "white man's nigger" of the gang; a direct descendant, it must be there can be no doubt, of the "good old nigger" of slaves convicted at, and led your father convicted at, and led your mothers and sisters to the "master's" red hot lust; who, when he died, you also remember, they sung of him: he had no wool on top of his head, you had no wool on the good darker boy's head. The "lobber" "good nigger" was. icular "good nigger" I un- nate resident of Indiana and of a so called race sheet ful capital. But, hav- SOMETHING com- newhat from Bratus; oldly, but not wrath- dish fit for the gods, a carcass for the "southern Negro" nigger to be sure, over the possibility the South, finding a land of wonder or questions of them, of the unlettered, ville of Europe and but surely crowded wall to a rat's hide and where his shado battle fields, has of the flag, and the institutions for Ledger's Letter) id, Dec. 18, 1916, export, La.1 ing that the pres southern negro to a mistake and to the disads already ason of the count at the move is presented and actual condi- tune, we are asking a limited number of the better class white daily papers through the southern states to place us on their mailing lists with the view of gleaning from time to time information of FACTS which will help us materially in sending forth in our columns proper arguments against the move. Already many of the papers have responded to our request, favorably, and we have been enabled to get some very convincing facts, first hand, that enables us to put quite a different light on the matter from that sent forth by persons who have selfish ends to serve, and who doubtless will be willing to let the unfortunates, who are bequeiliated from their homes and friends by their false sophistries, "root for themselves" when the war is over and matters resume their normal state up here. Thanking you in advance for an early reply, we are, very respectfully yours, THE INDIANAPOLIS LEDGER. The East India Hair Grower Will Promote a full Growth of Hair. Will also Keeze to its Strength, Visibility and the Beauty of the Hair. If Your Hair Is Dry and Wily Try East India Hair Grower If you are bothered with Falling Hair, Dandruff, Itching Scab, or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a jar of East India Hair Grower. The remedy contains medicinal properties that go to the roots of the hair skin to stabilize the skin, helping nature to do its work. Leaves the hair soft and ally. Perfumed with a scent of a thousand flowers. The best known remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black Eyebrows; also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Color. Can be used with Hot Iron for Straightening. Price Sent by Mall, 50c. S. D. LYONS, Gen. Art. Second Street Oklahoma City, Ohio 10c extra for postage. DENTISTS Clinic Sanitary CELEBRATES FIFTIETH WEDDING ANIVERSARY Harrisburg, Pa., Dec. 29. -Mr. and Mrs. Cassius M. Brown, 267 Briggs street, celebrated their golden wedding anniversary recently with a reception at their home. A large gathering of friends greeted them upon the notable occasion by burying them in marri-mony by Rev. H. R. Niles. After extended honeymoon to Baltimore and the east they moved to this city, where Mrs. Brown opened a ladies' hair store and still conducts her business. Mr. Brown is a barber by trade. In 1883 he was a teacher. He and continued in this business for thir- die. [Picture of a man with a long white beard and a dark suit with a white shirt and a dark tie. The background is a light color with a pattern of small dots.] CASSIUS M. BROWN ty years and later was engaged as assistant editor of the National Progress from 1869 to 1875. Prof. Wm. Howard was editor, Mr. Brown served as assistant commissioner and was the national convention of Pennsylvania, 1872-73. also represented the Eighth ward in the city council, 1890-94. He was one of the main factors in beautifying Harrisburg and voted for all improvements, including pavements. At that time Marvel street was the only one paved. He has been a member of the Alleged Street Presbyterian Sunday school school its organization in 1885. He received a number of presents from citizens here and all over the country. Judge David Permits the Use of the Name 'Nigger' Judge David Permits the Use of the Name 'Nigger' in His Court Room The Defender's courtroom is the Inspection of Judge Joseph B. David's courtroom during a trial in which Attorney Francis X. Buch was representing the plaintiff, who was suing for damages, the said Attorney Busch in relating a complaint against the defendant. Although the court appeared to barrassed at the use of the term "Nigger," he sat optimely by and made no protest whatsoever at the use of the oftener term. The Defender wishes to call the attorney, who is acquainted with a race which is discriminatory against upon whose head many insults are heaped merely because of race, and for no other purposes whatsoever. In not reprimanding the said attorney in his complaint, and a showing of his disapproval of the insult to the ten million or more American citizens of this United States. NORTH SIDE NEWS By E, Gordon Miss Edna Webb, Ashland, Mo., is here visiting her aunt, Mrs. T. Hankins, Wells street. Miss Webb has entered school and is going to make 'this her Christmas, having ill her mother Mrs. L. B. Miller left Christmas Eve for Washington, D. C., to attend her daughter, who is very ill, Miss Mauzelle university. * Mrs. is attending Howard university. * Mrs. was married to Mrs. Daniel of 4622 Wintrop avond had a family reunion Christmas day, and dinner also. All the daughters were there and Mr. Julius Wrightton and Miss Freda Alexen and Mrs. George Stuart. Evanton, HIll. Mrs. Wintrop more avenue, who has been very ill, is improving. * The Summer Club has its first entertainment Christmas afternoon, and it was a great success.* Mrs. Bessie Jones, 4605 Sheridan road has returned from New York to Chicago, Mrs. Delmore Bryant his moved back to Chicago and is going to make this her home. TAKES COURSE AT LINCOLN Regina, Sask., Canada, Dec. 28.-Mrs. L. Hawthorne left for Los Angeles. Cal. to visit her niece, Joseph M. Allen. "I will be here for Kansas City, Kidn. to spend the holidays with his mother, Mrs. Mary Thornton. The first of the year he will take up a course at Lincoln Institute. Jefferson City, M6. Copeland and Betterson with Holly Kidn. to attend dinner car wreath, at the Regina theatr last week. * Shm Washington has been ill, but is able to be out again. XELENTO Quinine Pomade Copyrighted JANIE HAND and MADGARIS BERRY wrote us that they had hardly any hair, but after using Bexin you can see the results on their pictures. Kinks Hair cannot be made straight. You have to have hair before it can be straightened. Now this. XELENTO QUININE POMADE Kinks Hair cannot be made straight. You have to have hair before it can be straightened. Now this. THE BUCKEYE STATE By Alexander O. Taylor Cleveland, Ohio, Dec. 29.—The report of the recent "folk song" recital, published in the edition of the Journal of the Chicago Times, 1816, Hackley of the Chicago and 1817, is given out by President J. Walter Willis of the Cleveland Association of Colored Men as follows: "Gross receipts, $1,026.74, expenses, $329; Mme. Hackley's share, $338.87; Old Folks's Hogons, $348.50, "Easter Empress, Williams, 8816" Central avenue is still suffering with her throat." Mrs. Gussie Berry, wife of Fred Berry, East End, a prominent factor in the development of St. James A. M. E. church, died last Sunday. "Miss Hester Richards, East 28th street, 1816" last last week, was a haughtful nightful week's visit in West Virginia. "Rev. Dr. Jones, Emmanuel Bappist church, spoke most interesting at the Y. M. C. W. last Sunday." Daniel D. Fowler was here Sunday from Lorain. "Steve Freeman, Palmesville, Ohio, sent a letter with friends at the same time, in his progressing rapidly with her studies as nurse in Washington, D. C." Mrs. George Dunjill and baby son have returned to Detroit, after a pleasant visit with the former's mother, Mrs. Crazetta Gordon, 2201 East Park, and Mrs. John Chabane, who moved from 6819 Central avenue to the Winona apartments. They visited the former's mother in Pittsburgh recently. "Millard Jones, 2335 East 23rd street, visited his brothers in Pittsburgh last Sunday. " The Perpetua class of St. John's family school entertained at Cleveland and home. For the Colored Monday morning, the Christmas tree and splendid program were creditable features. The Mite Missionary Society will meet at Mrs. Marie T. Perkins, 2188 East 73rd street, Jan. S. The Old Folks' Home Association will meet at the late State of New Mexico, " Mr. Walter Willis, named in the dinner Sunday Messrs. David Manson, Chicago; Roy Cheeks, N. D. Brascher and Mrs. Young, " Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bell, formerly of the Winona area, stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Fleming, 218 East 30th street, " Mrs. D. W. Smith, 3225 East 4th street, will be hostess to the Vashil class Friday. " Mrs. Rebecca Minor, 3181 Cedar, was a pleasing hostess at the last meeting. " "Kid" Clark, local ban-tamweight, and "Kid" Gibson, middleweight. New York, are among those who have been the most age-old. "Clark, two years ago, was within a few months of the ban-taught championship. He fights Joe Fox, present ban-taught "champ," at Toledo, Jan. 4. "The Union held a Christmas tree party and boxing exhibition Monday e.v. Dr. L. L. Chandeau, Cedar, avenue, gave an excellent, charity talk on the Colored Women, Thursday. " The excellent choir of J. John's church, under the directorship of Carroll Scott, rendered the beautiful cantata, " My First Christmas, by Ira B. B. Wilson. The solo parts were well rendered by Mr. and Mrs. H. Edward's Miss Green, Mesdarned, Mille, West Coast, gusta, Paris, Messrs. T. J. Hicks and Carroll Scott. "Aivina Ramsey, Dunkirk, Ohio, was the guest of his brother, Basill Ramsey, 2209 East 40th street, the first of the week. The latter's wife arrived from Zanesville Tuesday to re- Old Mississippi By Jeptha Ros Summit, Mis., Dec. 29.—Mrs. Daisy Wilcher left Wednesday for New Orleans to spend the holidays with relatives and from there she will 9 to Mobile, Ala. • Miss Tomy Butler returned from Jackson College in Jackson, Miss., to Mrs. B. McKinley, Mrs. M. and Mrs. W. Butler. • David Blankey has returned home from Gary, Ind. • Mrs. Alma Pinkney is very ill. • Chas. Otis and Gus Washington have returned home from Memphis to spend Christmas with their families. • John Rollins and Frank Rollins le t Sunday evening for New Orleans to s. end the holidays with Mrs. B. McKinley, Mrs. M. Alle Bridges. • R. J. Bowskey arrived here Saturday from Laurelville. (He motored all the way in a big ride auto. He will spend several days here with relatives. • Miss M. Porter of New Orleans was called home Sunday on account of her sister, Mrs. Alma邱ney being seriously ill. • Miss M. Porter being Tougale college, in Tougalo, Miss., to spend Christmas with her parents, Mr and Mrs. C. J. Taggart. • Mrs. Fred Allen will leave for New Orleans Tuesday Laurell, Miss. Dec. 28. —Loudon Wimberly, an old citizen of Laurel and for many years engineer for Eastman, Gardiner & Co., is reported dead in St. Louis, Mo. * Twenty-eight tickets were sold here for points in the north Saturn, and for points in the south. * Clinton Pearson, one of Laurel's prosperous citizens and a devoted reader of the Defender, tells how he passes the good tidings to our brothers in White. He buys the Defender and after reading it he is sure to lose it near the willow. He then looks at the willow it. Then he watches them read it. * The friends of Miss Abbie L. Griggs witnessed a very pretty occasion at her home on Hickory street Sunday when she became the wife of Rev. John H. Hendrix of Toonsburg, Rev. J. C. Hendrix of Toonsburg, Rev. H. Hendrix left immediately for Toonsburg, where they will spend a few days before they return to Rhodes, where they will live. McComb, Miss, Dec. 29.—Visiting Mrs. Ed McCray last week from Chicago, Ill. Miss Beatrice Curly and was highly entertained by Mrs. Joe Banks, Elmwood street, and Miss Eddie B. *M. and Mrs. Charles Ames are the proud parents of a fine little boy, Mr. and Mrs. Tate, who is a girl. Mrs. and Mr. Chin, Noble on Christmas eve, a fine boy. *Inae Jackson and E. Tate had a delightful visit to New Orleans, La. *R. J. Boskey, Eastman, Ga., arrived in McComb, Miss, traveling 85 miles in an automobile to visit his mother-in-law, Mrs. J. B. Christalre, 214 Denwildale avenue. Glad to hear of Mrs. Jeff Johnson of her family, a great attack of her gripe. *Miss Mingle P. Lomax, Togololo, Miss, is spending Christmas with her parents. *Pompe Mitchell, Gary, Ind., is spending Christmas with his wife. Corinth, Miss. Dec. 29—Miss Viole Murdock. Spring Hill, Tenn., is a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Box. *Miss W. E. Torpley Walton of Memphis, Tenn., 1610 North Street avenue, *Miss Hattie Smith, Blytheville, Ark., is the guest of her aunt, Mary Coggins. *Harry Green, Jackson, Tenn., is visiting his brother, John Coggins, who has been very badly injured in the Christmas supper for Mr. Robert Williams. *Miss Mamie Copeland left for Birmingham a few day ago. *Mrs. Clara Chambers is visiting in Corinth. *Mrs. Sarah Tucker of Sheffield, Ala., is visiting her daughter, Rev. A. Pry preached a good sermon at St. Mark. *Rev. A. A. Battle preached a good sermon Sunday night. By L. Ross Greenville, Miss. Dec. 29—The St. Mathew's A. M. E. rendered a beautiful and appreciated song service to the memory of Christ. Mrs. E. D. Lampton Bacchus, director. * The Junior Department Y. M. C. A. rendered it regular monthly program at Hon. Chapel A. M. E. church. Hon. E. Josephson A. M. E. church will lecture at the St. Mathew's A. M. E. church Thursday evening. Rev. M. R. Dixon pastor. He will be entertained with a sanguet after the lecture. QUINADE SUPERIOR HAIR ROMADE TONIC GROWS HAIR REMOVES DANDRUFF SAMPLE WALLET REQUEST QUINADE 25£ QUINASOAP 25£ QUINACOME 50£ AFTER QUINASOAP THE IDEAL SHAMPOO SOAP THOROUGHLY CLEANS THE SCAIP. QUINADE HAIR STRAIGHTENER - DO DRYER SOLID AT ALL DRUGGISTS A AGENTS WANT THE CHICAGO DEFENDER NOTICE Owing to the rapid increase of The Chicago Defender's circulation and the necessity of us reaching the people not later than Saturday, it is necessary that correspondents see that news matter reaches us Tuesdays. main indefinitely. * Quarterly meeting at St. John's church tomorrow. * Messrs. T. J. Hicks, Robert Crowler, John H. Perry and Carroll Scott, coming St. John's quartette, rendered a boating last Sunday morning. * Mr. and Mrs. Waltie East. 36th street, have their daughter guests from the east. * Mrs. Addie Vernell and Wendell Morris, Detroit, Mich. are guests of the latter's mother, Mrs. 69th street. * Messrs. J. W. Wilk, resident of Aitry, K. R. Checks, secretary, Richard D. Green, treasurer, represented the Cleveland society of Colored Men at a meeting of 54 civic organizations called together last week to discuss the "City Manager" plan being considered for Cleveland. * Mr. Manson, head bookkeeper for the City Manager and Neta Company, Chicago, spent Charleston pleasantly with his brother and sisters, George Manson and Misses Lucy and Osceola Manson. By Wm. Henderson Springfield, Ohio, Dec. 23.—Dr. and Mrs. E. E. Smith have returned to their home at Wheeling, W. Va., after a ten days' visit with relatives. *Mrs. J. C. Turner of Troy spent Tuesday with Mrs. Cortel Holland. *Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Thoreau of Dayton were the week end guests of Mrs. Murphy. *Mrs. Etta Mae Morgan has returned her home in St. Louis after a delightful visit with her cousin, Mrs. Robert Rollan. *Miss Ruth Brisco is visiting her sister, Mrs. James Logan, at Columbus. Pensacola, Fla. Dec. 29.—This week's cards are being issued by members of the Young Men's Progressive Club for their year's masquerade ball, Tuesday evening, Jan. 2. * Messrs. Presson Cordan and Alfred Collins, arrived in the campbell's for their retreat to spend a few days. * Joseph Thurston, a few weeks for Jacksonville, Fla. He will later be joined by his family, where they will make that city their future home. * Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Campbell have been spending the Christmas with Campbell's parents in Columbus, Ga. Campbell's former roommate, Daniel Brown, one of the city's presiding young tailors, has established a dry cleaning plant at his place on West Bolmont street. * A. R. Douglas Jr. is out after a few weeks of illness. * The three ladies receiving the largest number at the K. of P. hall will be the honoree in the popularity contest for queen of the Royal Court of Bartholomew, which coronation will be held during the carnival week in February. * Mrs. Ruban Lampkins returned last week from Lean Springs, Miss. John Egins leaves for New York for days for Fla., where she will make her future home. * Prof. Ned Wyer has been on the sick list and his many friends are glad to see him out again. * Miss Bessie Barronls and George Egins were quietly married last week. * The Safety First program will be held at B. a. hall last Tuesday night. * Messrs. Fredie Robinson, Bernard Lewis and Wilkie M. Douglass entertained at the K. of P. hall last Wednesday night. Daytona, Fla., Dec. 28—Miss Mabel L. Wooden, daughter of Mrs. M. A. Wooden, South street, returned to the city this weekend, to spend the holiday, becoming nigerian by little girl Margaret fins, 305 W. 119th street, New York city. *Mrs. Wm. Adams and little sister, Mamie Lee Bryant, spent Christmas week in Palatka, with Mrs. Eugene Pinley, when she was 12. She has been indisposed for several days.* Rev. J. W. Williams, presiding elder of Bartow district, is spending the week end with his family. *Leroy Smith, $335 in Bartow, and his wife and energetic young man, is in the city.* *Lawrence Cheaufeur, who sustained a broken wrist several weeks ago, is fast recovering. * Benjamin Walker, 23 S. Hanover street, Baltimore, Md. spent last Thursday in the city. * Peter Harris, hustling merchant of Midway, is weighing 143 pounds since returning from the hospital, and is fast becoming the center of attraction by tourists. * Mr. Ella Adams, Cedar street, who has been ill for several weeks, is convalescing. * S. S. Richardson, popular manager of the Majestic Theater, is meeting with crowned success in "movies" this season. * Dr. J. T. Stocking spent the holiday with 143 pounds in Chicago, passed through the city en route to her former home. * C. C. Easter, 140 Twelfth street, Auburn, passed with a fellow. * Dr. M. Zion Walker en route to Almiq, where they will pitch winter quarters. * Daytona has lost in the person of the eminent Rev. Dr. E. J. Jackson, A. M., one of her foremost citizens and a most tender counselor. The ministers' Union tenders this good man a royal entertainment at a public fellows night. * Leroy Dorsie, an energetic storeman has opened a grocery store on Second Avenue and Pine street. * Mrs. Ante Tucker and two sons, Fred and Max Tucker, also M. C. McKissick, all prominent citizens of Tyron, N. C., are recent arrivals and are spending the season with them. * Prof. Willis McCary, ex-college of Daytona graded school, is spending the holidays, in the city. * Misses Hettie R. Coleman and S. B. McCoy of Hendersonville, N. C., are pleasant arrivals in the city and expect to remain there. * Mr. and Mrs. Richard Scott, C. A. Leroy, an entertainer at the majestic last season, are recent arrivals. * Dr. T. Adams and wife made a flying trip via auto to Jackson last Tuesday. * friends of Mrs. E. A. Williams will be pleased to learn that she is able to be aged after an illness of several months, progressive merchants of South Hill, will soon occupy their newly-remodeled home on Spruce street in Midway. Cincinnati, Ohio, Dec. 29—James H. Wilson, formerly of this city, returned home to spend, the holidays with his relatives and many friends. *Mrs. Rosy Symmers, West Fifth street, is very ill. Mr. and Mrs. Lindsey Rosan, 1358 Emanuele avenue, met with ill luck. Their house was damaged very much by fire. Capt. E. H. Has elected as superintendent of the Ames Boys Church Sunday school. *Mrs. Sully Denny is improving. *Doc Riley, 330 E. Seventh street, has been very ill. WELFARE ASSOCIATION EMPLOYS COUNSEL TO ASSIST SEGREGATION St. Louis, Mo., Dec. 25—The St. Louis United Welfare Association, not content with the fight that Louisville is making, have the Supreme Court of the United States ordinance of ordinance that city valid and the Louisiana ston hinges the validity of the St. Louis ordinance, has employed one of St. Louis' best attorneys to assist in the fight. It bestows the decision in the Louisville case will be handed soon after the beginning of the new year. The decision of Judge Dyer, granting an injunction against the city of St. Louis enforcing the segregation ordinance, has a most salutatory effect on public secrecy. The judge used to be so strong, when the judge at its height, that many while people refused to accept seats on the street cars they had to sit beside a member of the Race Commission, this prejudice has passed and the old ordinance seems to be in evidence. There is a concern, some to any public show of racial antipathy. In many other ways there was evidence of feeling which was caused primarily by segregation campaign; yet most people seem to be aware that all, about such things, showing the evil conscience does to the public conscience. It is the firm belief of most people of this city that the decision of the Supreme Court against the ordinance. They seem to have faith in the fairness of that tribunal. STATE STREET FIRE A fire started upstairs at 3108 State street Tuesday morning at 10:45. When the firemen rushed in, they thought it was a murder case, as blood was seen in the window, caused by William Owens. Windows were jumpling through a window into a courtyard to escape the fire. Owens slept with Henry-Lewis. The latter had no trouble in getting out, although he was almost overcome by smoke. By jumping out the window, the firemen jumping to the ground, fell in the courtyard arms were lacerated and leg hurt. He was taken to Providident hospital. D. Green, W. West Third-first street, gave Officer C. H. Lindeman the injured man. Officer C. H. Lindeman the street police station turned in the alarm. He went back with the men to get their clothes. VISITORS FROM THE GOLDEN WEST William D. Allen, proprietor of the Golden West hotel, Portland; Ore, and son, Duncan Allen, arrived in the city last week on their way home at Nashville, Tenn. to visit relatives. They were met at Mitchell, S. D., by Luster in a riding car conductor on the C. St. P. M. & Q. B. Co. the few days they had in the Windy City, made pleasant by old friends. Mr. Allen owns a five-story hotel at Portland, Ore, and every one who travels to the west makes the Golden West hotel their headquarters. DEFENDER AGENT HERE Robert Morgan A. Jackson, Tenn. arrived in the city this week to spend the holidays. He is stopping at 2631 Federal street. He is a Defender agent there. He is having a good time in the Windy City. MARKET JUNE FIRST Wm. L. Harris. 3610 Prairie avenue, has been in this city eight years and during his stay has given a great deal of his time to literary work. He has never failed to be at any of the big lit- erary contests and has been in many oratorical contests. In the year of 1911 he won the oratorical Abraham Lincoln contest at the Negro Fellowship, there being six in the contest. His subject was "Character Is King." It was in this contest that Mr. Harris showed that he PETER H. HARRIS possessed native ability as a speaker and writer. Hon. E. B. Turner, editor of the Illinois idea and ex-monarch of the Illinois legislature, said Mr. Harris's speech was one of the most convincing and oratorical he had ever heard. Mr. Harris is a Baptist, Republican and K. of P. He left Monday night to visit relatives and Friends at Arkadelphia and Time Bluff, Ark. He will return within three months to will publish June 14th and "Dollars Over Self-Made Fossil." He was now an investigator at one time and expects to be the same when he returns. He will stop with Mrs. Susie Coe, 412 Pleasant street, Hot Springs, Ark. IN a Metropolitan City of this thirty minutes at some door, not only brings sorrow, but misle price you pay for a funeral be a you will benefit by it in service in dollars and cents. The rebuilt for me one of the large establishments in the world. A visit will convince you. Consult me, I can save you Worry, Time and Mone Shipping to all parts of the Country and Automobi Funerals a Specialty. Central Display Rooms at Chapel, Call promptly answered day or night. I am a woman. If you may, if you feel until daily employment and let me see treatment that dreds or womens not understand know from ex wants to tell home at a cor. If you su point in it and dragger me or can periods call nervousness fear of somelong the org compassor left breast st DAY FOR MY FREE women like you really and expense of the good work. Daughters, institude in out your deeds explainings of my illustrious traits. To say, as you may a, 824 E. W. RE F TRA 55 ST Ladin's F WM. L. HARRIS JOHN H. instructor clown real speedy jail man has filed suit C. Redman on th at Lima, Ohio, in Miller was recen- from his wife LuK with having shot, with an ice pick, from one of the vocatee is in the lit- mily of this city here spending the grandparents, Mr. roe. EIGHTEEN contender Laurail, Miss. Christmas pay members of the points. Eighteen sold in one hour. --- good. ass all, the ay to of how victory, which not made the of the whishe, team and students direon to his dress and Hilsa. ir shoulders. In the Crane d the same feat by mak- wn', which gave to his monship of the city and is over and Sam will quary, I am proud and cont spent on him. He y enter Northwestern hire the medical the handman the All Hero, etc., and on another star shin- ment and his name hold among those who L. Mrs. Payton, Sam's notor that furnished the ave so much luster to it bids this to be a man ANY SICK Dec. 22.—Mrs. Mason hospital. * Mr. McKay imperial avenue. * Mr. to street, is on the mma Hall and hect city, the guests of 1st st. antioch, antoile R. porters are try other again in an or more. * The Willing ranged for a Christmas evidence of Mrs. Burhill, sweet. DOINGS DOWN ALONG THE JERSEY SHORE --- Atlantic City, N. J., Dec. 22.—Rupert Chase journeyed to Philadelphia last Saturday and took in the Morrall A. C.-Southwest Y. M. C. A. basketball game. *Mrs. George W. Prince of the Bon Ton apartments, recently returned to the Shore after spending three weeks in Boston visiting her mother, Mrs. F. S. Walters. *The members of the St. Simon basketball team registered at the Arctic avenue "Y" during their stay in this city. *Macoe Morris, who is a student at Lincoln University, is spending the Christmas holidays with his parents, Dr. and Mrs. Leroy Morris of New York avenue. *William Hasley, who has been at the Shore for several months, left this city Monday for Augusta, Ga., where he will spend the winter. He will stop in Philadelphia and Savannah en route. *Mr. Gardiner T. Pinkett, popular head walter of the Hotel Dennis, who has been at the Shore from an absence caused from a bruise received while on a hunting trip, is able to be out again. *Mr. George Prince, well-known physical instructor, was recently appointed matchmaker for the Moose Box Club. *Jerome Oshorne Jr., formerly of this city, now of New York, spent Sunday at the Shore visiting his parents. *Miss Louise Ransome, who has been spending the fall months at the Shore, has left the city for her home in Millersburg, Pa., where she will spend the holidays. *Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Upshur of 17 North Delaware avenue, returned home after a very pleasant eight-day visit to Philadelphia, the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Colquhon, 1729 Balmbridge street. While in Philadelphia Mr. and Mrs. Upshur were entertained at dinner Sunday, Dec. 10, by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jackson, one of the leading caterers of Philadelphia, the beating husband of the university of their marriage. *A delightful birthday surprise party was given for Miss Ella Miller, daughter of Professor and Mrs. William F. Miller, at their residence. 221 North Illinois avenue, by the Organ Club of Asbury M. E. Church; Miss Miller is organist of Asbury M. E. Church. The evening was spent enjoying music and games. A dainty collation was served at a late hour. The Rescue Club's Seeley Supper The Rescue Club's Seeley Supper One of the most delightful entertainments of the fall season at the shore was given by the Rescue club of St James' A. M. E. church last Thursday members of the committee of industrious members of the college at the terp, which was served from 6 o'clock until 12. During the supper the program was rendered under the direction of Mr. Samuel Boyd: Mrs. Louise Maxwell, select reading, "Uncle Remus Lecture"; vocal solo, Mrs. Corinne Smith; recitation, Miss Lottie Coleman, "Sis Miranda on Eugenics"; baritone solo, Mr. Robert Steward, "Mother Machree"; recitation, Miss Eulah Bradley, "Giving Thanks"; solo, "Anchov", "Miss Jenna Williams; recitation, "Freckled Face Girl". Mrs. H. P. Anderson; vocal solo, Miss Sadie Jenkins. A goodly sum was realized for the club treasury. The Bishop Griffin club met at and were invited by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Davis at their residence 83 Leeds place. After an important reunion games and music were enjoyed until late hour, when an old-fashioned country supper was served. The many guests enjoyed a pleasant evening. A delightful informal party was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Rhodes, 118 North Ohio avenue. An evening of music, games and dancing was enjoyed. The Misses Pearl Jones and Loulse Ransome favored with instrumental solos, the Misses Heisen Scheffy and Georgienne Cook, with vocal solos, Mr. Lambert Cooper favored with a violin solo. Mr. and Mrs. Rhodes. Mr. John A. Walker and Mr. William Jason were among the guests. Mr. John A. Walker of the Arctic Avenue "Y" is spending the Christmas holidays in Philadelphia and New York. Mr. Walker, an ardent son of Lincoln, will take in the Alpha-Lincoln basketball game Christmas night. William Jason Jr. who has been attending the Gehese seminary at Lima, N. Africa; Atlantic City last week, the guest of Mrs. Ida. Brown of 1218 Baltic avenue. Masons Install Officials The annual installation of officers of Prince Hall. Hall. No. 27; Herman. No. 35, and, Star of the East. No. 6. F. & A. M. were held in the lodge rooms Tuesday evening. Dec. 12th. The installation ceremonies were performed by District Deputy Grand Master Durlas Heath. The following officers were installed: Prince Hall Lodge. No. 27; Alexander Jef- M.; I. H. Caspar. S. W.; I. T. Edward; M. J.; E. W. Bailley, Treasurer; F. B. Hailton, Secretary; J. P. Gregory, Chaplain. Appointed: Eugene Christian, S. D.; C. Chipman, J. D.; H. Holland, S. S.; C. Kirkpatrick, J. S.; W. L. Dickson, Tilier; B. F. Parker, Marshal; H. C. Smith, Senior Master Ceremonies. Herman Lodge, No. 55, F. & A. M. Installed: Theodore Benjamin, W. M.; Daniel W. Griggs, S. W.; Torrence O. Barkor, J. W.; D. A. Bailley, Secretary; John W. Blair, Treasurer; Peter Sabin, Chaplain. Appointed Alonzo J. son, S. D.; Henry E. Webster, J. D.; Wm. J. Thomas, Assistant Secretary; Clarence Smith, Tilier; Ed. Malachal, S. S.; Wm. Howard, J. S.; Richard Height, Marshal. Star of the East, No. 6, F. & A. M. Installed: S. Sommerville, W. M.; J. Whitland, S. W.; Robert Polite, J. W. Howard B. Castor, Secretary; Patrick Nicholas, Treasurer; Rev. James A. Weaver; Chaplin. Appointed: Wm. S. Beech, Chaplin. L. Brockenborough, J. B. Els Swan, Th. L. Brockenborough, J. B. Els Swan, Th. L. Brockenborough, J. S. Giddings, J. S. W. R. Chian, M. C. H. H. Holden, J. M. C.; Howard A. H. Harris, Marshal. Miss Fowler Speaks at the "Y" Ladies' day at the Arctic Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. last Sunday afternoon, drew the banner attendance of the season. Perhaps it was because Miss Alice Fowler, popular teacher of the Indiana Avenue School, was to speak. Those who attended were well rewarded for their time. Her topic was "Little Helps in Every Day Living" which she handled with her usually masterful eloquence, deeply touched the attentive attendance. Miss Ernestine Hays favored with a special gift. Miss Nettle, Hutton was chosen to attend of the afternoon. It is to be hoped that the Sunday afternoon meeting will continue to be well attended. * The Defender correspondent as heard from reliable sources that Vm. G. Hoyt is to be mounted by assembly wives at Henry will be one of the In newspapers and about some of that improved or vacant property we have for sale or exchange. A home is a necessity. We do a general collection business through the United States and foreign countries. We make angress unless we get the money. We are the losers; not you. If you don't give us your bills to collect, we both lose If you don't give us your bills to collect, we both lose money. Bills were made to be paid; not repudiated. Don't get the habit of losing money. It is a bad habit. With us the only bad debtor is the one who is dead. If he's alive long enough we'll get the money; if he dies, we can get it out of his insurance. We beat dead beats. You can't get blood out of a turnip, but we can get the money from the debtors. M. T. BAILEY, Mgr. OVER 20,000 HAVE ADOPTED THE NEW IDEA "pressing and Training the Hair while you sleep" G.A. 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Bedford's "Beddoring" hair grower is the best made for growing and beautifying all kinds of hair. She also cures "Tetter" and other scalp diseases. Try a box of this hair grower and watch the results. (Please mention this paper.) THE CHICAGO, DEFENDER DOWN IN GEORGIA Rome, Ga., Dec. 22.—A. J. Patette of Avrogan was in the city on business this week. * Frank Scott was brought back from Kinsport, Tenn., by his bondman. * Oscar Hall, better known as Dunning, died Dec. 11. * Professor O. W. Curtis spent two days in Atlanta on business this week. * Mrs. Mand Jones Peaks is going to Doughlass, Ariz., to reside. * The New Century Club met with Mrs. Ellen D. Carter. 11 Forest street. * Rev. A. A. Mathies of Atlanta lectured at Lovejoy Baptist Church Monday night. * Miss Dadie Wood has gone to Bonnie Va., to make her future home. * The Hardy Craft Club met with Miss Jissie Jurine. * Mrs. Frances Hawkins died Dec. 14. * Hershal Lay of Chattanooga came home to spend Christmas. * Black's Blue Book has made its appearance in Rome. Everyday that has friends in Chicago should get and see what they are doing. Address Ford S. Black, 6400 St. Lawrence avenue, Chicago. See Our Mr. M. T. Ba Coal, Ad In newspapers and property we have necessity. We do a general States and foreign we get the money. If you don't give money. M. T. BAILEY, Mgr. Don't get the hair With us the only If he's alive long enough we'll get out of his insurance. We beat dead beats. You can't get the money from the debtors The Milton Men 3638 South State MEMBERS OF THE AMERIC Collections and Adjustments Everywh OVER 20,000 H THE NE "Pressing and Training the G. A. 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He expects a large number will respond to the invitations, 176 St. Antoine street, Montreal, Can. The Koosier State Gary, Ind., Dec. 22.—The First Baptist church will present a beautiful cantata on Christmas night at the church, and judging from the interest already manifested, will be a success. * Mrs. E. E. Lytle will spend her Christmas vacation at Greensburg, Ind., visiting her father and sister, and from there will go to New York city to attend the meeting of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and while in the east will visit Boston and Washington and Cleveland. Mrs. Mary Shepherd will also make the trip to New York. * A Christmas tree will be held at the First A.-M. E. church next, Monday night and a good program will be rendered. * William Owsley will celebrate his birthday anniversary next Monday. * E. D. Simpson will spend his Christmas vacation with Mrs. Simpson in San Diego, Cal. NEW CATHOLIC MISSION CHICAGO DEFENDER NEWS SERVICE Beaumont, Tex., Dec. 22.—A new Catholic mission is about to be built on Porter street. Bids for construction were let out today. It will cost $12,000 and will be used for both church and school. The mission will be in charge of Father LaPlante. FOR FIFTY CENTS YOU CAN PURCHASE QUANTITY PURITY and QUALITY ALL IN ONE BOX OF FORO FORO COLLEGE CO., 3100 Pine St., Dept. F., ST. LOUIS, MO. 饮 Educate Your Children in Banking and Money Matters As Well As Books. $1.00 Opens Up an Account The Best Way to Teach Them is to Let Them Have a Savings Account in This Bank. Habits of Industry and Thrift developed in early youth will give them a start to success at a time when their whole lives are still before them. We have a Pocket Bank for your girl or boy. Call and receive one. $1105-07 STATE STREET CHICAGO, IL. Lone Star State Houston, Tex., Dec. 22.—Mr. and Mrs. A. Taylor left for Fonna, Tex., Sunday, where they will make their home. * Mrs. Belle Simpson called to see Mrs. N. S. Adkins. * Marvin W. Adkins of Lindale, Tex., will spend Christmas here. * Mansfield Hall stopped George W. Hard, one of N. S. Adkins' Defender newsies, and bought 75 copies of the Defender and ordered them sent to Galveston, Tex. * Mrs. J. H. Dorn, wife of the late J. H. Dorn, restaurant-keeper in the Lincoln building, and Mrs. J. H. Branch will be special guests at the Shiloh Christmas tree. Dallas, Tex. Dec. 22.—Mrs. Ella Candy left Thursday for Mineral Wells, Tex. to be with her sick sister. *Mrs. V. E. Hogg has returned home from a visit with relatives and friends at Martin, Tex. *Mrs. Bertha McReynolds and Miss Lula Collins of Fort Worth spent a few days of joy and pleasure here. *Mrs. Emma Holloway, 2922 Cochran street, served the stewardess board on last Friday afternoon of St. Paul M. E. church. *Rev. R. B. Francis of Tyler, Tex. spent a short while here visiting his relatives and old friends. *Gainesville, Tex. Dec. 22.—The Needle Craft Club was entertained at Mrs. J. A. Mimnowski Dec. 9. *Mrs. Josie Oneal visits her sister, Mrs. Nance Smith. *Mr. and Mrs. Will visit their old home. *Mrs. Garrett Turner is here with her mother, Mrs. Peete Brunsin. *Mrs. Monroe Daniels, Sanger, Tex. is here in the Brooker T. Washington Sanitarium for treatment. *J. H. Howard has opened a nice cafe at 229 Chestnut street. *Joe Dorsey is preparing to build a nice home. *Rev. Mrs. Harris of Columbus, Ohio, has just FOR FIFTH YOU CAN D QUAN PURITY am ALL IN C 0 FORO COLLEGE CO., $100 Pine Capital $200,600.00 Phone D Lincoln State B UNDER STATE Educate Your Children in Bank As Books. $1.00 C The Best Way to Teach Them is to Let Habits of Industry and Thrift developed in at a time when their whole lives are still before We have a Pocket Bank for your girl or boy. $105-07 SOUTH STATE STRE JOHN H. HARRIS "Se closed one of the most successful revivals that Gatnesville has ever witnessed. Greenville, Tex. Dec. 22: The officers and members of Warren Chapel, M. E. church, gave to Rev. A. F. Johnson a reception on his return from the annual conference. * Mrs. Daisy Turner, Morris Oliver, her son, and Miss Lucie Murrell are visiting relatives. * Joe Owens and Miss Mattie Lou Hall were happily married last Tuesday night. * Rev. Felix Jones, pastor of New Hope. First Baptist church, spent last week at home with his people in Texarkana. * Rev. Hamilton and Mrs. Anna Belt were married last Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Leana Johnson. * The patrons of East Hill school met Dec. 15 at the C. M. E. church. * East Hill school and his son, Jim Ross high school postponed their football game on account of rain. Will play Tuesday. * Mrs. Christine Griscom is very sick. * Jim Griscom and his son, Jim Ross $175 worth of meat hogs last week. * The County Teachers' Institute held the meeting at the Warren chapel M. E. church this week. * The Clark Street Church opened the doors of their new church last Sunday. * Messrs. James Jennings and Eugene Hall have opened a first class shining parlor in the flat on S. Johnson street. * M. S. Durham was in Dallas last week on business. * Mrs. Lizzie Gibson and Mrs. Jessie Childs of Celest, Tex. were in Greenville last Saturday visiting friends. * Frank Bly visited relatives and friends last Sunday in Farmersville, Tex. PRIVATE CAR MAN DIES Buffalo, N. Y., Dec. 22—Allen G. Smith was told to rest Saturday afternoon. He was private car man for Mr. Rodgers of the Pennsylvania railway. He leaves a mother in Auburn and a host of friends in this city. Mr. Smith was a member of the Buffalo Consistory. 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Caution Atlantic City, N. J., Dec. 29—giving snow storms in the middle west and the central marsh in mall of mall, the Defenders did not reach Atlantic City until Sunday noon last week. Hence deliveries could not be made until Sunday. We trust to have better luck here after. Mrs. Joseph Christian of Indiana avenue is spending the winter at Bermuda. *Stephen C. Collins, formerly of Pueblo, colo. now of 112 North Ohio avenue, who has been continued to his bed seriously ill, has improved slightly. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Novicio spent the Christmas holidays in Philadelphia. *Mrs. Warren of New Gretna avenue has dopaed for Larquille Flia, where she will spend the printer. H. C. Gray of 342 North Pennsylvania avenue is spending three weeks in Washington, D. C., visiting relatives. *Messrs. Thomas and Louis Palmer of 119 North New York avenue left Atlantic City last Tuesday morning for a three weeks' trip in the south. *Mrs. William Waters and family are spending the Christmas holidays in Philadelphia. *Dardiner Pinkett Jr. is spending the Christmas holidays in New York and Philadelphia. *Motley, who has been attending Colgate university, is spending the Christmas holidays in this city with his parents. He was a welcome spectator at the Vandol-Spokane A. A. basketball contest. Ferdy is some cheer leader. Teachers on Holiday Vacations Many teachers took advantage of the ten-day vacation to visit their homes. Miss Ellen Morris journeyed to her home in Lynchburg, Va. Miss Pearl Jones to Trenton Pa. The Misses Emma Koney, Carolyn Kison and the Misses Thomas to Washington and Miss Z. Sturgess to Trenton, N. J. Miss Flemming to Jersey City. Miss Mary Flemming, to Plainfield, N. J. Mr. S. P. Leeds of the Hotel Chalfonte was the speaker at the Men's meeting at the Arctic Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. was Sunday. His topic, "Citizenship, was heard by a goodly attendance. Mr. Richan Allen was in charge of the musi- cal program, favoring with a solo. Mr. Ferdinand Money also favored with a tenor solo. Theists is on sale at all news stands and Chicago Defender, also Dr. Bourne's pharmacy. * Fred. Johnson and Dlek Bennett, in town Christmas. Both are members of the Quaker Reserves. By the way, if the Quakers had not been so reserved the Quakers they would have made a better shopping. * The Bishop Galnes clum was entertained last Thursday evening by Mrs. Martha Irvin and Mr. Edward Elm at the Museum of Mr. and Mrs. Pierre Pinkett of Bluestone avenue. After the business meeting a splendid musical program was rendered. A midnight luncheon was a feature. University Students at the Shore Atlantic City was the mecca for Lincoln university students, during the Christmas holidays, among whom were: H. Kimbrough. A. R. Wilson. J. R. Robinson, George E. Sommerville, Harold Brown. W. G. Smith. A. D. Miller, J. E. Fowkes, Charles Wood. Mr. Henry Thomas of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy also spent the holidays at the shore. Mr. Moore Beckett has returned to this city after a three weeks trip to New York and Philadelphia. Mr. Walter Penn has returned to this city after a three weeks visit through Virginia and the Carolinas. Mrs. Ida Phillips, Miss Mary Phillips and Mr. Ida Phillips are spending the holidays in Philadelphia. Mrs. Hale of 211 Pennsylvania avenue entertained at dinner at Storm in honor of her brother, Mr. John Jones of Hacken-sack. N. J. The dining room was decorated with holly, ferns and flowers. An elaborate twelve-course dinner was served. After the dinner the guests was immersed into the living room and an evening of music was enjoyed. The guests included: Mrs. Ida Smith, Mrs. Idle Moore, Mr. and Mrs. F. Doggett, Mrs. Maggie Howard, Mr. John H. Coles and Mrs. Hale. Mrs. Walter Comer of Atlantic City is spending the holidays at Trenton. Mrs. Helen Osborne, attending the State Normal school at Trenton, is spending the holidays in this city with her parents, Mrs. and Mrs. Jerome Osborne. Mrs. Lilian J. Briggs of 140 North Pennsylvania avenue, left this city last Tuesday for Charleston, S. C. to spend three weeks visiting her mother and friends. She will return Jan. 15. Mr. and Mrs. James Linden of the Lorenta apartments entertained at dinner Christmas in honor of Mr. Shirley Stafford. Mr. James E. Williams of the Sandy Springs hotel spent the holidays at Hampton. Va. visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. Waltes of 621 Lexington avenue entertained Mrs. J. Ponder and Mr. Ed. Briggs at dinner Christmas. The La Malta's Club Entertains The La Malta's club gave a banquet Christmas night in honor of Professor Thomas at Lang's cafe. During the banquet, a delightful musical program was queued. The menu: Lobster cocktail, olives, color, green turtle soup, broiled squash, roast, green turtle soup, crambery sauce, candied yam, named white potatoes, asparagus on toast, fruit salad, suitana roll, Roquefort, cheese, Bent's water crackers, cafe oair, Guests of honor-were: Miss Efel Jones, Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Thompson, W. Alnaworth, Dr. J. G. McAthas, P. Williams, the officers of the La Malta's club endowed the banquet were: Leo Shine, preside; Turner, vice president; O. H. Lennon, secretary; P. L. Williams, treasurer; Edward Ashby, general manager; * Fred Delahaye gave a stag dinner at his café Christmas in honor of a few friends. The menu: Escalloped oysters, olives, celery, fiery rabbit, roast Greene goose, roast turkey, cranberry sauce, grilled sweet potatoes, tilled potatoes, tomatoes en, surprise, English alum pudding, Hatequin slice, Canembee coffee. The guests were Dr. S. S. Brooke, Walter Comer, Edward Briggs, Andrew Terry and L. Mendes. * Vie Adams has moved his print shop from Tennessee avenue to 1722 Arctic avenue. duce anything but their best. This spirit is manifested in every issue. The Defender is fearless, speaks in its own mind, cherishes its own beliefs, stands for no color line nor segregation of races, believes in equality of races, its lifework is to give the people news and to fight for the one principle, "That all people were born and created equally. It demands justice; it demands that the Jim Crow law and the outrages heaped upon our people in the south cease; it demands that white men living in open adultery with our women be made to marry and give the illegitimate children a name, and leaves its readers following its inspiration. The Defender is published on a non-returnable basis, which means that you cannot always get it regularly at your news-stand or from your agent unless you place your order ahead or become a regular subscriber, thus insuring you every copy by mailing us a money order. One year ..... $1.50 Six months ..... 1.00 Foreign ..... 2.50 See Our Mr. M. T. Bailey About Four Things: In newspapers and about some of that improved or vacant property we have for sale or exchange. A home is a accessory. We do a general collection business through the United States and foreign countries. We make no charges unless we get the money. We are the losers; not you. If you don't give us your bills to collect, we both lose money. 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The funeral services were held at the residence on last Friday night and were attended by friends from several cities. Miss Barbara Jackson was, as her sister, a charter member of the Trump Club of Jersey City, one of the most exclusive, and a teacher in the Sunday school of the Church of Incarnation Rev. Brown officiated at the funeral services and Algernon L. Cornish was funeral director. The sister and brother survive Internet online on Saturday in Bayview cemetery. "Don't do it until you "see" Blon Jones, 30 Oak street. Ads, subscriptions, etc, our specialty. "Friday the beloved mother, Sarah Elizabeth Jackson of 30 Olean avenue, of Frank and William Jackson, passed away into eternity at the age of 52 years. The funeral, which was largely attended, was held last Sunday afternoon. Algernon L. Cornish was funeral director. "The Jersey City Athletic Association held its regular meeting last Thursday night at Williams hall with the funeral of Blon Jones presiding. The club has set good to good the Jersey community and it is encouraging the young men will come in and co-ordinate with the present body to assist in bringing forth the desired organization. Some personally interested, are Counsellor Robert S. Hartgrove, Dr. James R. Stroud, William Simmons. Hon. Clarence D. Younger, John E. Field and others. POPULATION ON INCREASE Peoria, Ill., Dec. 29.—The population of this city as regards to members of the Race is suddenly on the increase. As a result more than three hundred are now making their homes here. One hundred and fifty of the new arrivals secured employment at the Keystone Structural Iron Works the day after their arrival. Many are residing near the plant. DEATH FOLLOWS BORSEY Danville, KY. Dec. 29.--Jesse Riffleam was robbed a few days ago by a bighighway near Kildale's office of $40. Officers had been working on the new and the cells were tightening about the robbers, it is believed, when the home of Mr. Riffleam, who lived alone, was burned down and his charred remains were found in the debris. It is thought that he was robbed a second time, as he is believed to have kept several thousand dollars in the house. ```markdown ``` N. T. BAILEY, Hg. Don't get the J With us the c If he's alive long enough we'll get out of his insurance. We beat dead beats. You can't get the money from the debtors. The Milton Me 3638 South State MEMBERS OF THE AMERIC Collections and Adjustments Everywhere P Mime. Bedford EXCLUSIVE STA MADAME S 4241 Finney Avenue A Legal Education For HIGH grade legal training ence. Our university off- College, Post-Graduate, view. Improved methods. The furnished free with each cours Writing, Practice, Degrees, E for free course giving all valuable information. HE CHICAGO DEFENDER is one of the few periodicals in this country that does not attempt to secure its subscribers by anything but its own merit. It employs no subscription solicitors, gives no premiums, and depends for its constantly growing circulation upon nothing but itself. Its program for the coming year is therefore a simple one. All the people who help make the Defender are so much in love with their work that it would be impossible for them to pro- This spirit is manifested in every issue. speaks in its own mind, cherishes its own nine nor segregation of races, believes in it is to give the people news and to fight all people were born and created equally that the Jim Crow law and the outrages the south cease; it demands that white men our women be made to marry and give name, and leaves its readers following its hand on a non-returnable basis, which means regularly at your news-stand or from your order ahead or become a regular subscriber, by mailing us a money order. $1.50 1.00 2.50 Lone Star State By Isaac Owens Greenville, Texas, Dec. 29. "The home of Mr. and Mrs. Jerrie Lee was destroyed by fire last Monday night, Dec. 15. * The death of Mr. Will Doty was quite a shock to the people of the city. He was a member of Chapel Hill Mission church and a member of the Knights of Labors and was 64 years of age. * Nellie Mae-Masse and Astoria Owens spent Christmas with Mrs. Llibzie Gibbons of Celest. Texas. * Clarence Cruddock, Willie Simpson, Rufus Allen, Leon Pratt, Sillos Spliner and Johnnie Worsworth are at home from Javis Childs Christmas holidays. Berry Owens is in the city at home. Mrs. A. D. Key spent Christmas at home. * Mr. Berry of Jefferson, Texas, is visiting his son, Berry Owens. * The Ross High school was defeated by the E. Ward last Wednesday, score 14 to 2. * Mrs. Emma Pratt is at home from Paris, where she has been teaching school. * Mrs. Dr. Taylor and two children, Mourice and Therisa, are at home for Christmas. RESIDENCE DISTRICT IS SWEPT BY FLAMES Richland, Ga., Dec. 23.—The residence district for members of the Race was swept by flames this week. The fire originated in a lodge hall and owing to the velocity of the wind the flames threatened the entire district as well as other portions of the town. The amount of the loss is yet unknown. FALLS DOWN LIFT SHAFT ation ars of reuse. and are One rivals stone after near Y Wichita, Kan., Dec. 23—Bruce Woods, porter at the Hotel Eagle, entered into the face of death Monday evening. It was dark on the fourth floor near the elevator entrance and Woods walked into the shaft. He fell swiftly two to- sts, grabbing for something to break his fall into the basement, when his hands grasped the cable. He was whirled around the cable, but reached the basement without injury except for the burned hands and dizzy head. STRIKE GIRL, SPEED AWAY Colleville, Tenn., Dec. 23—Alice Malone, 14 years old, was run down by an auto and suffered injury. She was walking in the road near Eulley, Tenn. when the auto struck her. No one was wearing a mask, but some one called a woman. The car speeded away after dragging the child for some distance. Dr. E. L. Leake attended the girl, whose shoul was fractured. Bailey About Four Things: Collections, real, Write-Ups and Advertisements s and about some of that improved or vacant have for sale or exchange. A home is a general collection business through the United reign countries. We make no charms unless Norfolk, Va., Dec. 23.—W. H. Randolph, a lawyer of this city, who claims to be a descendant of the house servant of John Randolph of Roanoke, is pluming to assert his claim to an immense fortune said to be due the heirs of the slaves of John Randolph, about 300 of whom were given their freedom by Mr. Randolph just before his death. At that time, it is asserted, Mr. Randolph left a large portion of his estate for their benefit. It is claimed that those slaves never led the estate. FOR FIFTY CENTS YOU CAN PURCHASE QUANTITY PURITY and QUALITY ALL IN ONE BOX OF FORO COLLEGE CO., 3100 Pine St., Dept. 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MORGAN'S HAIR PR Hair Refiner $1.00 Hair Refiner Soap 26 Black Hair S Hair Pressing-Night Cap (Special Summer and W in ordering please mail remittance THE G. A. MORGAN HAIR B 5204 Haven N. E., CLEVELA Prompt Attention Glen Mall Order THE NEW YORK TIMES THEATERS DRAMATIC MOVIES NEV THEATER Theatrical The profession everywhere is asked to send in news matter or have your mail addressed to this office. If You Can't Do Anything Well Yourself, Be a Critic A good bill greeted a fair house at the first show here on Monday night and those who braved the extremely chilly weather were rewarded by seeing an excellent show. Buster & Bailey were the principal attraction and they repeated the success of their former visit. The act, which has always been a good one, returned greatly improved, not alone in the dialogue and general quality of the work, but in the costuming and in the fact that a special drop is now being used. It is unusual at this theater to see a condition where the man handling the drops is up a tree as to whether or not to ring for the introduction for the next act, but the applause at the finish of the B. & B. act was such that Jimmy of the Filies was delayed to the point of a resemblance of a staged wait. This is a finished act and the manner in which the two popular performers "hold him" shows that the great reports sent in regards to them all along the line was justified. The first act on introduced the Randall's the best revolver and rifle experts ever seen here, and they held the audience spellbound with a line of trick marksmanship that was extraordinary. Gay & Gillrose, who followed, had a good line of guff, and pleased. The team of Norwood & Anderson put on a sketch Fighting twenty minutes without a break with a man who weighs probably 50 pounds more than you do; diving off a 40-foot cliff into a treacherous rapids where the water is almost cold enough to skate out; riding like the wind over ground where the slightest misstep on your horse's part would mean a broken neck for both—these are a few of the things which Robert Warwick does in his latest release in order to convince his rightfully skeptical father that he is "all man." Feats of bravery and daring are plentiful in this story, but the more appealing tender love scenes have not been slighted. Mollie King is the lucky girl in this piece, but she has to undergo some pretty tough hardships in order to be discovered in Warwick's arms when the picture finally fades from view. Another young lady who is less fortunate, but equally clever in the work she does in the play, is Gerda Holmes. She appears as Miss King's sister, who is also in love with Mr. Warwick, and her efforts to capture him for herself are very near successful. The States Theater has had a rather hard time to get this feature for an early showing, but after outbidding several other less progressive managers, George Paul succeeded in obtaining it for one day only, next Sunday, Dec. 24. This latest Brady World Picture has been causing a sensation wherever shown and will undoubtedly do the same before the appreciative audiences of the States. Matinee begins sharply at 2. Shall Moth And Shall W SHOWS the temptations that beset the innocent! SHOWS the usual consequence and the terrib e ending! SHOWS the unhappy homes where children are not welcome! PAGE FOUR THE GRAND DESPERATE DARING Review By Tony Langston called "What Could He Think," dealing with a mistake made by a department store in sending a wooden leg instead of a wooden egg to a young swain's fluncee, and the bill was closed by William De-Hollis, the famous juggler, and his aerobatic assistant. The last half of the week retained Thomas & Balley, who kept up the good work of the first half. Cornelia & De Coma, a team of fair comedy acrobats, opened the show and they were followed by Won, Mouton, the accordionist. He went well and did some excellent work on the bellows. Lancaster & Smail in a skit called "A Stormy Hour" were so rotten that they were good, and the revolving trapeze net, "The Five Berries Wheel Girls," who opened with a brass band exhibition, did some remarkable work on the aerial wheel. We went right back to vaudeville here on Monday night and the bill was class from beginning to end. The headliners were Tolliver & Chapelle, who have not been seen here for many moons, but who have a brand new offering. Tolliver's Chinese impersonation was a distinct hit, and Miss Chapelle introduced a great interpretation of the Hula Hula dance that had many distinct movements. Arthur Simmons has a crackerjack single, his characterization of a drunk being the best ever seen here; his general work is away above the average and he lived up to the great rep that proceeded him. Burns & Burns have an act that has many distinct features, and the comedy is clean and wholesome. The entire bill is far above what is ordinarily seen on the Stroll, and Martin B. will have to strain more than one point to equal it. Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 17.—Enterprise Co. A, U. R. K. of P., and the management of the Dunbar Theater presented the greatest of all photo plays. The Trooper of Troop K. two nights, Dec. 18 and 14. The attendance was enormous both nights, and everybody who attended expressed the opinion that it was the greatest production ever made by the Race. Managers will make no mistake in securing this great attraction. The crowds both nights faced a blizzard but felt that they were well repaid for their trip through the snow.—Dunbar Management and K. of P. Committee. Macon, Ga.-Last week we had Easton & Easton on their second successful week and they went great, as usual. We also had Carter & Carter, who always please, and Sewell & Bright, who have been seen here before and who are popular. Macon can now boast of another theater, seating between 600 and 700, and owned by C. H. Douglass, owner of the Douglass, and it is second to none in the community. Business had grown so large at the Douglass that it was found entirely inadequate, the crowds at all times being larger than the capacity. The new house opened on Monday, Dec. 18, and is situated at 1223 Broadway. Stock was introduced, headed by Joe Bright and assisted by Paul Carter. The company includes such sterling players as Theresa Brooks, Florence Sewell, Ruth Carter, White & Bradford, Lyons & Davis, Millie Williams, Elmora Wilson and others of equal ability. Business is great here. THE MONOGRAM SOME SUCCESS DOUGLASS THEATER NEW YORK NEWS By Billy E. Jones At the Lafayette theater this week they are having a musical review, featuring Montgomery & McClain, Fannie Wise, Howard & Mason, George Stamper and a chorus of forty people. The piece is traveling under the name of "Back to the Old Home Town." First-class vaudeville and pictures are being shown at the Lincoln, the feature act being Downs & Gomez. The Dixieland Four, Albert Storms, G. W. Hamilton, Harry Ely and Billy E. Jones, manager, are rehearsing and will be seen soon in New York. They will feature songs of the past and present. Edna Green in popular melodies and a crew of other clever entertainers are at the Lafayette dining rooms. Buckner & Winfred are considered the best team ever seen on the Pantages time. They are at San Francisco, Cal. Grace Vaughner is entertaining at the Central cafe. New York. Shadwick & Taylor are at the National theater, Toronto, Ont. Green & Pugh are at the Columbia Davenport, Iowa. The Jubilee Four are at Pantages theater, Great Falls, Mont. Jones & Johnson are at the Pantagos theater, Calgary, Alta. Tabor & Green are at the Broadway, Superior, Wis. Moss & Frye are at the Pantages theater, Victoria, B. C. Anderson & Going are at the Palace theater, Danville, Ill. Many novelty features will be introduced during the holidays at the Florina dining rooms, 252 Lexington avenue, Brooklyn. THE GATES OF EDEN Viola Dana, in "The Gates of Eden," a five-reel Metro-Columbia production which will be the feature attraction at the States theater on Saturday, Dec. 23, tends strength to a powerful screen story. Miss Dana is seen in two roles, first as Evelyn, a scorned mother in a Quaker community, the next as Eve, her daughter. The play is peculiarly fitted to the talents of this young star, who is called upon in one part to depict a heart-broken mother and in another the tender feelings of a pure girl whose great love delites religious fanaticism and the rage of a revenge-crazed father. "The Gates of Eden," which is a story of life in a Shaker community whose members have taken vows of celibacy, was written by the Rev. Wm. E. Danforth. The screen production was directed by John H. Collins. It was because of her distinct talents as an emotional actress that Miss Dana was chosen as the star for this great drama. She has been on the stage practically all her life and much of her early dramatic training was under Joseph Jefferson. The Fisk Jubilee Singers appeared before the Chicago Association of Commerce with a "farewell meeting" on Wednesday, Dec. 13, at Hotel La Salle. The singers gave a concert with James A. Myers, director, tenor and reader; Lemuel L. Foster, bass; Mrs. Jennie Hicks Le Noir, soprano; and Mrs. James A. Myers, contralto. They rendered "Steal Away," "Golden Slippers," "Shout All Over God's Heaven" and "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot." Mr. Myers gave a reading from Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Mr. Isaac Fisher, editor of the Fisk Herald, gave a talk on higher education. The quartette and Mr. Fisher were entertained at dinner at 12:30 p. m. by the club. DANCE!!! AT THE FIRST BALL GIVEN BY TIP TOP WAITERS SOCIAL AND BENEVOLENT CLUB CHRISTMAS, MONDAY NIGHT, DEC. 25th Coliseum Annex, 15th and Wabash 12th Regiment Band Refreshments Taxis at 2 A. M. Admission 50 Cents SAY! LET'S GO TO THE GRAND BALL and X-MAS TREE Given by the First Regiment U. R. Knights of Pythias CHRISTMAS NIGHT, MONDAY, DEC. 25, 1916 Seventh Regiment Armory Admission 50 Centrs 34th St. and Wentworth Ave. ATTENTION, MANAGERS! NOW READY FOR BOOKING! “THE TROOPER OF TROOP K” LINCOLN MOTION PICTURE COMPANY'S THREE REEL SENSATION! FEATURING AMERICA'S PREMIER COLONIAL TAR NOBLE M. JOHNSON AND AN ALL COLORED CINEMAS 350—PEOPLE USED IN THIS PRINT EX-NINTH AND TENTH CAVALRY MEXICANS, COWBOYS AND ALSO THE REALIZATION THE CHICAGO DEFENDER A Brief Review of the Conditions of the Show Business as the Old Year Is Getting Ready to Vamose and the New One Is Butting In The year just ending has been a great one for the vaudeville performers of the Race as well as those who make the stock and tabloid end of theatricals a specialty. Road attractions have been as scarce as the proverbial hen's teeth, those hitting the road confining their routing entirely to the south. The one notable exception to this rule is the Smart Set Company, headed by Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Homer Tutt. This is conceded to be the best attraction that our people have at the present time and it is playing the best chain of theaters on the Atlantic seaboard with a success that justifies the assertion that the offering this season is the best ever presented by it. The fact that there are several other companies who have annexed the name Smart Set is another indication that this aggregation is having a great amount of well earned prosperity. The fact that inferior companies have from time to time taken it upon themselves to masquerade under a name that has been made famous by the great stars of the past and the best performers of the present does not seem to bother the two sterling actors who now head this aggregation, and it is the humble opinion of the writer that there is no harm being done, inasmuch as the name-nabbers are of the quality that will always be forced through sheer lack of real ability to remain way down behind the sticks. There are a few of the old-time minstrel companies that seem to prosper in the south, chief among which is the J. C. O'Brien Georgians. Stock companies and tabs are as thick all over the country as bees around a honey stump. It seems to be the style. Stock Companies Among the companies playing under the head of "stock," the most notably successful one of the year has been that headed by Billy King; in making this statement I am not trying to convey the idea that many of the stock companies haven't had success to a greater or less degree, but the fact remains that Billy King and his players did what no other bunch of performers have ever done in the past and what is doubtful if there will ever be a bunch do in the future. For twenty-six solid weeks this aggregation drew record crowds at the Grand theater. Chicago, the attendance of the last week being of equal magnitude as that of the first; this drawing power was as steady as the flow of water over Ningara, and would have been remarkable had the offerings been held for full weeks. Such was not the case, however; the bill was changed entirely twice a week and in doing this Billy King has set a record as a producing performer that will stand a long time. Many who are familiar with the theatrical conditions in Porkville insist that the King engagement could have been prolonged twenty-six additional weeks without fear of failure. The Lafayette Stock Companies have reproduced many of the best of Broadway's biggest dramatic hits and have had such a vast amount of success along that line that they have become Continued on Page Nine --- Among the Movies Manager Al Gaines did some booking when he arranged the bill for the present week, and all of the features did well. Among the offerings were "The Last Man," "The Thoroughbred," two "Walkin' the Dog" contests, "The Girl From Frisco," "The Deserter" and "The Law Decides." On Sunday we have William Farnum in the Fox features, "Fires of Conscience," and others. THE LINCOLN "The Great Secret" and the latest episode of "Liberty" were coupled and drew well on Monday night. During the remainder of the week we had "The Shielding Shadow," "The Lass of the Lumberlands," "The Yellow Menace," "Bought and Paid For" and "The Crimson Stain Mystery." On Sunday we have William Russell in big five-reel thriller, "The Torch Bearer," and other good pictures. THE WASHINGTON Our billing during the present week has been exceptionally good, and has been drawing nicely. Among the pictures run were "The Woman He Feared," "Liberty," "The Secret Cellar," "Life's Maelstrom," "The Conspiracy," "Temptation and the Man" and "Bought and Paid For." Sunday brings Alice Brady in "The Gilded Cage" in five parts and other good pictures. THE STATES Theda Bara in "Romeo and Juliet" drew an excellent business here during a two-day engagement, and the billing during the rest of the week was right up to the standard. We had episode nine of "The Shielding Shadow," "The Guardian Angel," "The Men She Married," "The Wager," "The Yellow Menace," "The Gilden Cage" and "The Gates of Eden." Sunday brings Robert Warwick and a great cast in "All Man." THE STAR "The Girl From Frisco" drew an excellent attendance here on Monday night and we had many good features during the week. Among these were "The Shielding Shadow," "The Devil's Toy," "The Yellow Streak," "The Strength of Donald McKenzie" and "The Trunk Mystery." We have the great vampire actress, Theda Bara, on Sunday, in the great six-reel production of "Carmen." Don't miss this. With it comes a screaming comedy. THE ATLAS We had many good things to offer during the present week, and they have all drawn exceptionally well. Beginning on Monday we had "The Right to Live," "Manhattan Madness," "The Shielding Shadow," "The Dawn of Love," "The Yellow Menace," "The Sequel to the Diamond From the Skull," and "The Roughneck." On Sunday we have the Triangle feature, "Plain Jane," and a roaring two-reel Keystone comedy. THE PICKFORD Florence LaBadia in "The Pillory" did a splendid business here on Monday, and with it we had the current episode of "The Hazards of Helen." During the balance of the week we showed "The Gates of Eden," "The Sign of the Poppy," "The Girl From Prisco," "The Jockey of Death," "The Men She Married" and "The Danger Path." Sunday we have the Triangle special feature, "The Sin Ye Do," featuring the great Frank Keenan, a Pay amount travelogue and a two-reel Key one comedy. THE FOUNTAIN "Martha's Vindication" and the latest episode of "The Grip of Evil" were the drawing cards that filled the house on 5 t If You Can't Do Anything Well Yourself, Be a Critic Dunbar's Old Timp Darkies Quartette, which act has been creating a sensation all over the country, and which has just come in off the Orpheum time, opened here on Monday and as a consequence the house was packed to the doors at every performance. This is without a doubt the best quartette in vaudeville and the harmony which they dispense is of the kind that delights lovers of real vocal music. The work of the four would not be complete without Bass Turner's rendition of the famous old song, "Old Black Joe," and he certainly put it over in improved style. They remain here for the full week. Kimura Jans, a mixed team, did the regulation foot juggling and top-spinning. The Lafayette Stock Co., with Mrs. Charles Anderson starring, is presenting the dramatization of one of Alexander Dumas' great stories to large crowds. The Lincoln theater is offering many special features in vaudeville and photo-plays during the Christmas week. Greenlee & Drayton are at Proctor's theater, Yonkers, N. Y. Tolliver & Chapelle are going great at the Vaudeville, Detroit. Simms & Douglass are having great success in the west. Jones & Gourdine are one of the best singing teams in the east. Bradford & Jeanette are laying off in New York City. Jimmy Robinson and McKissick are at the Lincoln theater, New York, which is on the Loew time. Rucker & Winfred are at the Pantages theater, San Francisco, Cal. Tennessee Ten are at the Palace theater, Danville, Ill. Fiddler & Shelton are at the Orpheum theater, Green Bay, Ws. Jones & Johnson are at the Pantages theater, Anaconda, Mont. Jubilee Four are at the Pantages theater, Gutte, Mont. Cook & Stevens are at the DeKalb theater, Brooklyn, N. Y. Downes & Gomez are at the Boulevard theater, New York. Anderson & Gains are at the Lyric theater, Indianapolis, Inc. Moss & Erie are at the Pantages theater, Tacoma, Wash. CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT THE "Y" Miss Marguerite Le Picker and Carl E. Craven (whiler entertained the Y. M. CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT THE "Y" Miss Margarite贝 Wackes and Carl B. Cresson (whiter entertained the V. M. G. X. 1985 Walsh avenue Wednesday Moth all W WHO have safeguard I dear to you Motherhood Be all Women Alone Pay WHO ARE THE GUIL have safeguard- I dear to you? Think!! THE NBORN RE TACTS ID BARE! 1 ns that beset the inno sequence and the termmes where children SILING!! S N AND WOMAN SHO YOUR GROWN-UP e at Last, and PASSE NEW YORK NEWS ns that beset the innocent! sequence and the terrible ending! mes where children are not welcome! THE NEW YORK TIMES Tony Langston in a pleasing manner. They were followed by Julian Hull, who did a variety of things, including some snappy talk, a little soft shoe dancing, some character impersonations, a little singing, a sad piece on the saxophone and a fine demonstration of ability on the slide trombone. Lulu Sutton & Co. presented a laughable sketch called "Her First Case" in clever style, the remaining act being the Fe-Maill Ciecks, introducing an Offay working under cork; a Slassy character that was clever enough to have the house by the ears, and seven classy girls who sang and danced well and looked good in everything had on and off. This was the best bill book in moons and there were over 4,000 people in attendance during the evening that went home satisfied. Minstrel Morris was the first on the last half of last week and his novelty was well received; in fact, his juggling and rapid fire talk was a distinct hit and proved to be one of the most pleasing of all the acts of its kind ever seen here. Following him came Fitzgerald and Lorez in songs and imitations: McNellis and Reyes in a skit called "The Wanting Honeymoon," which did well: Buster & Bailey, who continued very popular, and Max York and his Pupils, which were a half dozen educated Fox Terriers. THE MONOGRAM A branded new act, direct from the land of cotton, is making good here this week. It is the team of McCennon & McClennon, whose offerings include a clever line of singing, dancing and talking. They create a line impression and will no doubt become very popular all over the Consolidated Time. Ann St. Clair, the popular comedienne, is repealing her success of former visits and has new features to offer that pleases greatly, and the Versatile Four, which is too well and favorably known to need special comment, rounds out one of the best balanced bills seen here in a long time. TABOR & GREEN Tabor & Green, which team opens at the Grand on Monday, New Year's day for a full week's run, brings with them the reputation of being one of the best acts in vaudeville. They have lately covered the best circuits in America and are at present finishing a great week at one of the large loop theaters. One of the peculiar features of this engagement is the fact that Tabor of the team is the very first performer that ever faced an audience at this theater on its opening night over six years ago. At that time he was doing a single. In the years following he and his present partner have made progress in a manner considered less little short of remarkable, and the team name is one that never fails to get mention when a discussion of the better acts of the Race arises. Brand-new comedy and original song numbers are Tabor & Green's principal stock in trade, and when the fact is mentioned that they stopped the bill at McVickers at every performance on Christmas day and the days following, it is plain that they know just exactly how to put over what they've got. It is expected that the Grand will be taxed to capacity during this engagement. THE UNBORN THE UNBORN --- "Knowledge Is Power: Safeguard Your Little Ones." This was the caption that covered the entire canopy of one of the largest theaters in America during the long run of the great birth-control feature, "The Unborn," which is just finishing a ten weeks' record-breaking run at a large loop theater and which comes to the States theater for a run of four days, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday, December 30th and 31st and January 1st and 2nd. It is proclaimed for this picture that it is the most sensational of all the problem-productions and the lesson taught by it far and away the strongest of any offered by films of this class. It shows the temptations that beset the innocent; it shows the unhappy homes where children are not welcome, along with the usual consequences and the terrible ending. In fact, it is the real birth-control picture at last, and though it was passed by the board of censors it was passed on a pink permit and as a consequence there will positively be no one under 21 years of age admitted. One of the peculiar things in connection with this feature was the fact that for the first week of its recent long run above mentioned the attendance was restricted entirely to the women folks; the attendance was so strong that the management announced, at the request of thousands of Chicago's leading women, that this rule would be continued for the second week. During the first week there were 30,000 women and the second week as many more who took advantage of this opportunity to see first this sensation of the century, while it is estimated that there were at least 50,000 turned away for lack of seating accommodations. No man was allowed to see this picture during the first two weeks of its showing in Chicago. "The Unborn" is the greatest film success that has ever reached Chicago. It is the talk of the town—the topic in every home. It is a picture that every normal man and woman should see. Teachers, and all men and women interested in social, religious and educational work should see it. The story contained in it is amazing, startling and sensational. Here is what Rev. W. B. Henderson had to say in reference to it: "I have seen 'The Unborn.' I know no means by which the great lesson it teaches could be so well presented. It is a forceful sermon. The sad stories I hear in my ministry make me realize how much the city needs such pictures. I wish everyone could see it." The above sentiment covers what has been said by many of the ministers who have reviewed this feature. The theory of the story can be gleaned from a few statements taken from the Tribune: "Doctor's office raided by the police. Evidence unearthed showing wholesale criminal practice: more than 1,500 names of women patients discovered."—Sept. 26. "Takes poison. Suffering from collapse after being arrested, charged with performing abortion. Dr. —— was taken to St. Luke's hospital by detectives. When arrested he had his medicine case and was in the company of a woman.—Oct. 15th. "Abortion death certificate is forged. The woman in the case was a victim of an illegal operation instead of typhoid fever. Just who performed the operation is not known."—Oct. 18th. This picture is a sermon on a cruel injustice to women—in which women alone pay the penalty. Shall this nefarious practice continue and shall motherhood be outraged? THINK. See then the gigantic sermon delivered with sledge-hammer blows in this most amazing, most startling and most sensational picture ever passed by the Chicago censors. Owing to the enormous cost of the booking on this feature the . WAR BRIDES! SCREEN'S MODERN TRIUMPH! TWO DAYS! Saturday and Sunday, January 6th and 7th MATINEES AT 2:30 at the PICKFORD THEATER 35th Street and Michigan Avenue "THE HOUSE OF BETTER PICTURES" ATTENTION, MANAGERS! NOW READY FOR BOOKING! 350-PEOPLE USED IN THIS PRODUCTION-350 EX-NINTH AND TENTH CAVALRYMEN, MEXICANS, COWBOYS AND HORSES admission for the four days mentioned will be 15 cents, and the management advises that you come early as possible on account of the large crowds expected. Matinee daily at 2 o'clock. A LETTER Far away from the wilds of Florida comes a word of consolation from the celebrated comedian, Clarence Powell, who is funny, that is, to me. The word: Pensacola, Dec. 18, 1916. Dear Friend Tony:—Well, Bub, I promised you last August that I would write to you so here goes. I am writing more out of sympathy than anything else, however. I really and truly feel sorry for you fellows around the Windy City on account of the strong winds (pronounced wines) that blow in on you from the old lake, while I am basking in the perfume-laden and sunkissed zephyrs (don't know whether I spelled that one right or not; think I should have spelled it "zeffers") of Florida; smoking Pledmont cigarettes and reading the Defender, which is delivered to my door every Saturday. I still read your "Answer" column and enjoy every line of them. I have had a good season and will enlarge my company for the coming season, which will open on or about February 17th. If there are any good acts around Chi have them write me. Give my regards to my old friend Syl-a-de-vest Rus-sell. Let me hear from you through the columns of the World's Greatest Weekly or by letter, either (pronounced eyethur). Will send add soon. Yes, I'll now admit that the Defender has the largest circulation; just found it out since I've been down here. Hoping to hear from you soon, I remain. The writer of the above is one of the finest extempo-comedians that it has ever been my hard luck to meet and was the man who pulled this one: "Clarence, what have you been eating to give you all of that hay-window you're carrying around with you?" "Army food. You see, it always goes to the front." SPLENDID MUSIC HEARD Tuskegee Institute, Dec. 29.—The annual Christmas program was rendered here Christmas day. The music was the best in the history. Miss Alice Simmons, head of the instrumental department, was highly pleased with the program. A number of her pupils took part on the program. The instrumental numbers especially were fine. Dr. Moton took occasion to state that it was very good. WAR B SCREEN'S MODE THE CELEBRATED STAR NAZIMOVA! Greater in Pictures Than She Ever Was On the Stage! Allan Dale, America's Foremost Critic, said: "No other picture ever made can compare with this. It is the most wonderful film production I have ever seen." EIGHT GREAT REELS OF SENSATION, SMILES, TEARS AND HEART THROBS; TENSE MOMENTS AND POWERFUL CLIMAXES! GREATEST EMOTIONAL ACTRESS THE WORLD HAS EVER SEEN! THE MOST DRAMATIC CONCLUSION EVER SEEN ON THE SCREEN COMI TWO DAYS! MATINEES at the BICKFORD A JOY SPREADER It's when Christmas comes rolling around with its joys and sorrows, smiles and tears, with wealth displayed on the one side and its poverty on the other, that the heart of the fellow with the feeling of brotherly love and with the purse that enables him to do so, gets busy making every one with whom he comes in contact happy. There are many men of this kind who delight in making the burden of this old life light for their fellow beings. They do not do these things for the sake of notoriety or effect; it is just a display of magnanimity acquired by close association with humanity. Such a "Good Fellow" as this is U. J. Herrmann, part owner and acting manager of the Cort theater; he is affectionately called "Sport" Herrmann by his legion of friends, and he has all the qualities that would justify the term. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas Mr. Herrmann distributes turkeys among the employees of the theater—not little blue birds from the mysterious precincts of some cold storage warehouse, but great, big, healthy gobblers fit for the exact investigation of an epilogue. There are many of our people employed at the Cort as ladies maids, checkroom girls, usherettes, cleaners, porters, etc., and when the distribution takes place no one gets any more consideration than they do. Last Saturday night after the show of Christmas tree celebration was held on the stage. Music was furnished by Sam Arnold and his Pekin Quintette, the members of the Fair and Warmer Co. which is playing a record breaking engagement at the house being the guest of honor. Every employee was invited and a banquet was served that will remain long in the memories of those present. All over the tree lining little envelopes each with the name of an employee written on it. When these were distributed and opened a nice, bright yellow $5 gold piece was disclosed. There is no wonder that the Cort theater is considered the one best bet among the people who follow this line of theatrical work, and it is said that the only chance that any one has to get a job there is for some one to break a leg or cross the Great Divide. Indeed, some of the employees have been there continuously since the theater first opened seven years ago, which fact not only speaks volumes for the management, but indicates that the class of help is of the finest kind. Paul Roberts, the genial superintendent, runs Mr. Herrmann a close second in point of popularity among the employees, and together these HERBERT BRENON Prefonts NAZIMOVA in "WAR BRIDES" SELZNICK PICTURES two men have, do hundred or more families, look back tide with, pleasin Here's to the, con Cort theatar, Aid, h Herrmann, the, M GIVES SPECIAL Grace Prattterter posed of Mia, Mr. Antolinette Smyth, son. Mrs. Gertrude and Taylor, "Mr. pianist, rendered mas morning. N the obligate in "O sexette. Mrs. S and Mr. Taylor sai siah." Mrs. Tow tralto solo, that music was excepti- ew Orleans Fighter Catches Loser Off Form; McCoy Knocked Out BETTER THAN EVER for 1917 Chicago Heralder News, Editorials Theatricals, Sports READ IT! DAY, DECEMBER 30, 1918 ANS ew Orlea Loser O K BY. J. M. BATCHMAN Louis, Mo., Dec. 28—Leo Johnson, new York, who, previous to last Friday, claimed to be the top of the weightcrowd, howd to defeat after five rounds of milling at Tommy Sullivan, home of the City Athletic Club. At stage of the Johnson show class which might be expected of anrant to the lightweight title. Before Sam Dixon, who officiated as the party in the ring, very properly Johnson came all the way from New York to take his beating, and he didn't make a good contest of it, in theion of competent ring critics who entered his corner at the opening the first round, but the spectators believed that Cana was about to are the same fate that one of the obvious contestants got; however he only stepped away from the ring, and he turned round with a right smash on the nose. Johnson seemed off form and showed it little of the class he displayed in previous bouts here. Judging from his hitition, Leo has either gone back a rest, or was clearly out of condition. It was not a good bout, because Johnson would not make it good, he did a lot of fancy feinting and unnecessary faneling that had the appearance of POLLARD BANQUET Player Absent When te, but Affair On saturday even- the banquet blame, how- committed depart to to control in they o'clock, ved the seen able he. Mr. toy Hon. n. Attor- she Fos- who were riley, who ring. Mr. ger of cer- ed to have l. Tuesday the regular time, which was Friday. The following letter to his mother shows the exact situation: THE LETTER "Mrs. J. W. Pollard, 1823 Lunt Avenue, Chicago, Illinois—Mary Dear Mrs. Pollard: This is simply to say that I am most sorry if your son found it necessary to come home at this time. He is a little man, in whom we have great confidence, but he had been absent many times from classes during the last week and indeed circumstances we could not find him in absence. He, therefore, did just the right thing in obeying the rules of the college and returning to his work. I was in any way disqualified from being faithful to his obligations here. "It was hard for any boy to receive so much praise as he has received with hope is that he will continue to be the same quiet, earnest, hard-working boy that he has been. If he will do this we will stand by him in every possible way and be content and entered on the service of the people. His temptations are many, but I trust and believe he will have strength to resist them all and be worthy of the hopes you have set upon him. "Sincerely yours, M. J. W. FALEGE." BETTER EVI grandstanding to the audience, and fell into frequent clinches to avoid punishment. Gans put up a rattling good fight. He lost to three three rounds and then stepped to the side to defend Johnson all the way. Gans was as good a proverbial leech and refused time and again to be feinted out of position, to be forced to jab with his left at all, merely to be close and swing with both gloves, or with right. Gans went down three times, but of them were real facedowns. His style of moving with his right hand extended, Johnson, who was unable to hit the Net, was born boy with any degree of consistency. Johnson made it a weak effort at including, and failed to accomplish much success, holding with one hand and hitting with the other, wasted very little and boxed very chick. VANDALS SMOTHER THE PHILADELPHIA WHITE CHAMPIONS CHICAGO DEFENDER NEWS SERVICE Atlantic City, N. J., Dec. 29 — The Spartanburg college (white) champions of Philadelphia dull the for the Vandals cageline at Pittsburgh's last Friday night. The Vandals trimmed them to the time of 70 to 9 — so bad that, although all the Philadelphia dullies accustomed to the game, the results of the game were either the local or Philadelphia dullies. It is useless to comment on the form and speed displayed by the local boys. The score does that. With one or two accesions the only time the visitors had the bait was when the Vandals committed a foul. The score itself. Vandals..... Field. Font. Total. Howard, f. 4 8 16 Briscoe, f. 7 14 Fryen, f. 1 2 4 McLean, f. 1 4 Laury, c. 4 8 Moore, c. 4 8 Freeman, g. 6 12 Bilton, g. 1 7 Hargrave, g. 2 4 30 19 70 Spokane A. A. Field. Font. Total. Desson, f. 1 2 5 James, f. 2 2 Fried, c. 1 2 Hurwitz, f. 3 3 Levy, g. 2 5 9 Referee—Dirigo. Timeleeper—Norwood. Scrokere—Hollingsworth. POLLARD GUEST OR Fred Pollard, the Chicago boy who was named by Walter Camp on the All-American, was the honored guest of the Furry Club, which gave their Christmas dance Monday night in the small Johnson Hall. It was a very unique party. It was called a "Society Cabaret." There was plenty of dancing. Tables were arranged on the side, waters came and served you with crackers and ginger ale and charged water with a little grape juice. Professional cabaret singers entertained from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m. This feature of the dance was new to the girls. When Miss Bricktop danced, the fellows pitched dimes to the floor, then there was more dancing. It was a regular invitation cabaret. Wm. Kelly and "Pritt" Harsch seem to be sponsors for the unique entertainment. The girls who were in formal dress enjoyed the cabaret hilariously. Following the singing of all kinds of ragtime songs and blues, Wm. Brown and his orchestra played for the young folks to dance. Pollard was "ionized" by the society debutantes. He says it was the most enjoyable social function he has ever attended. R THAN ER THE CD1. fully. He placed his blows well and outgenerated Johson at about everything the latter undertook. When it is understood that the last time these two met Gauger suffered a serious injury by the kick of the other, he deserves much credit for the manner in which he carried the fight to Johnson and refused to be intimidated by the latter's effort to instill fear by his grandmother, tacetes, and doing mugglephines in the fight. In the send-wiup Jack Mitchell of Indianapolis stopped Kid Aceoy of New Orleans in less than thirty seconds. The left-hand swing which Mitchell landed immediately after the ball sounded to flush the law and put him down for a doof and doof count. The bout lasted 25 seconds, including Referee Dixon's count. Bobby Dooks did a scientific high in his bout with Kid Yellow. Dooks could assist the stuff Yellow handed out. Alligator Kid won the battle royal. There are a number of good boys in the lightweight division stalling around the country who are able to hold their own with the best white boys if given a little gold. There is an opportunity for a little gold to win for a good promoter with an eye to business who will take hold of them and secure desirable matches before reputable white clubs which are able to offer good purses. Lee Johnson, Young Guns, Leo Patterson, Young George Dikon and other non-mutchers; they have the class, and they are willing to bring them to the attention of the light fans of the country. Guns, I believe, claims a one-time draw with Johnny Kibane. ALL-AMERICANS DEFEATED By: Liveden, McQuinn Schofield Barracks, Honolulu, H. I., Dec. 29.—The Wreckers (the nickname of the Twenty-fifth Infantry baseball team) defeated the visiting All-Americans (white) just at the time when the boys had an idea that victory was theirs. In the first inning the All-Americans got over three on the 25th, but this only served to stir up the boys to immediate action, especially Johnson, Goliah, Smith Hawkins, the last half of the ninth, the last half of the end, as usual, Star Rogan hold them there with that mesmeric smile of his, which is known to bring home victory. From then on the 25th let them have it good and hard. The game ended up 4 to 2, and the same as the All-Americans were on quiet as tired mice, so unexpectedly had they been "cleaned up." The 25th expects to meet them again soon for another hard battle and we hope that the team will be able to provide a prevailing idea in Hawaii that the 25th team will proceed to the mail and some time in March, 1917. THE DOLLS A. G. P. B. E. F. B. P. and M. L. are who went out to F. A. social center and took all the dukes. Some class, girls. THIS DOLL A. G. is who is certainly cuts. You hold no kid. THIS DOLL G. L. and E. L. are who were seen in town when that they bad better leave him, alone, girls. THIS DOLL F. B. says also certain does like them. You will not hurt F. B., like all the others, "come sweet day." THE HILL, G. I. is who can't get anyone now you will get there some day, G. I. You will get there some day, G. I. that if I All right, but p. II, B. "in his heart," the dudes. Keep up the good work. Even the fee. Keep up the good work. Even the fee. THE BULL. E. I. F. is who has certainly got L. W. and P. I. L. going some. The BULL is who quit the dude O. P. for the dude B. O. P. The BULLS O. P. and L. P. are who go to the stages the theater every Tuesday night after Social Hall. You take a girl home after the show, O. P. TIM HOLL. E. S. is who was not seen on State University. E. S. is who was not seen on State University. THE DUDE T. I. is who is being to St. Louis. The DUDE T. I. is who is being to St. Louis. go to go home, I know the road. I will know the road, because it isn't gibs here. Wouldn't know, because it isn't gibs here. Wouldn't know, because it isn't gibs here. Wouldn't THE BINGH, G. N., swears to be very happy with H. N. H. N. 'THE FOLL S. W., who asks to be making quite tweet two brothers like this, S. W. trier two brothers like the S. W. THE ODLE H. H. was who found nothing interesting in H. P. any more. What were you doing in H. P. B. M. Tuesday night? She is a H. K. B. THE DEESE P. W. should get him a rose, a rose, say I see. THE EWEN E. W. who thought he could about B. N. in G. N. don't let B. L. beid it ont. THE FOLL N. H. who goes to Englewood every morning is there no H. in H. P. for you! THE THIRD N. S. looks very lonely in her new lady and cost. THE BULL of S. who has been getting married for 50 days. We would say she hesitates. THE BULL S. W. is getting a little girl again. WHY? THE BULL F. W. who says that he can take a certain 50 days away from the dude —___. We don't believe it. THE BULL B. H. is wild about the dude S. W. WAKE up, kid, and catch him. THE BUDGE N. H. or H. P. goes out in Englewool every Sunday to see the dude W. Look out, the dude E. might take him away. THE BUDGE S. W. who goes down to see a dude, so he says he had better step the dude S. THE BUDGE N. E. who received a victory for a Christmas present. Where is it? WHO ARE the dudes who go out in M. P. every Sunday? WERE IS the dude II. N. I? THE BULLS B. P. N. H. and S. W. are so lotz. This is hot air, so say we. THE BULL S. W. who goes down to see a dude, so he says he had better step the dude S. What is down there, kid? Tell us; we want to know. THE MIGHT stably cure gtet. G. N. of H. P. in making conifers from the wood of an insect or not. We say night and see that will tch. ORCHARDS MAY BE PRUNED IN WINTER Fruit growers do not need to wait until pruning prune their orchards, says W. G. Brierley, a horticulture at University Farm. Results at University farm show little or no difference in the growth and maturity of the wood where pruning has been on any time between November and May. If the usual care is taken to make the cuts close to the main trunk or neck, the cuts will be left to dea- cay, though the covering of wounds with a white lead and oil paint or corm- mon grafting wax warmed to the don- dor of cold molasses will give good protection. Moderate pruning is better than prun THE FAMOUS FAST ATLANTIC Which has been sweeping everything to conquer." It is possible that Chicago to kill." Pollard Gives on 'The All THE FAMOUS VANDALS ANDAI FAST ATLANTIC CITY QUINTET Which has been sweeping everything in its path and which seeks new "fields to conquer." It is possible that Chicago may be put on its list of "fatted calves to kill." Pollard Given Place on 'The All-American' final edition, "Pollard, 21; Harvard, 0." Not only that the Sunday editions of the American Globe, Herald and Post gave the true light of the game. The same thing went with the Yale game, There was the New York Sun, Herald, Post, Tribune and Telegram; the Providence Journal, the New Haven dailies, the Springfield Republican. How all these papers could have escaped this one writer we fall to find out. As the Defender has said all along, Frederick Douglass was a candidate for the famous eleven of Walter Camp, Tuesday morning Chicago was notified of Mr. Camp's selection. All that can be said of Mr. Pollard is only too little. He has taken a place in the athletic world that is coveted by every wearer of the pigskin. His work stood out head and shoulders above every other backfold man in the country. Since Mr. Camp has been selecting this honor team only once has one of our lads came near getting on the first eleven, and that was when Bobby Marshall defeated the Chicago University with Eckersall and Marshall was put on the second eleven, I have afterward learned, owing to a certain amount of unnecessary roughness. Pollard, on the other hand, was a clean player, never once resorting to any underhand tricks of the game. Knowing that in all games he was a marked player, he was a coach, and that he was also the object of thousands of eyes from the stands. Imagine, if you will, a youngster going into the Yale Bowl with 20,000 yelling, screaming students and their friends screaming Boo-boo's at the end of the first half, with his eleven in the second half, trailing three points behind, gathering WRECKERS VS. GIANTS Schofield Barracks, Honolulu, Dec. 29—The Wreckers, the crack baseball team of the Twenty-fifth infantry, will invade the United States, playing all comers. They will probably reach the shores of this country in March, and it is their hope that they will cross bate with the American Giants of Chicago. In the line-up of the wreckers are Lieut. Chancy, manager; Jasper, Aulston, Ware, Herring, Hawkine, Harbold, Goliah, Rosan, Fagan, Culiers, Smith, Johnson, Jeckson, Lai and Crafton. POLLARD LEAVES FOR EAST Fred Pollard, Brown University football star and All-American half-back, will be at 0:45 Wednesday over the R. & O. College Baltimore he will go to Washington, thence to Providence, R. L, to resume his studies. Railroad Rumblings By John R. Winston The Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company are contemplating making some reductions in their train porter forces, is the latest report directed from a head of official at Pittsburgh, Pa. "Mr. Van B. Andrews, 4733 Dearborn street, a dinlur car walker, who was shot a few months ago by Joe Mckenney, has taken a response from Mr. Mckenney, the County Hospital, "The Civic In the Third Ward met Dec. 13 at the Third Ward. William H. Thompson, Republican Club, A splendid program was vendered. Isaac E. Jones, 4014 Cottage Grove avenue, a brother-in-law of John R. Winston, was called for duty Dec. 12, 1916, for the Pulman Company. "Oscar Weeds is in the Soo Line Railway Company, in charge of a Jetet smoker. Weeds is a public-service train. Will he hold the position as train porter service of the Santa Fe Railroad Company between Chicago and Kansas City, Mo. "T. M. Mayers, 34 Ferry street, Hoboken, N. J.: C. M. Bond, 540 Lenox avenue, New York City; G. T. Royster, 171 West One Hundred and Thirty-third street, New York City; A. F. Smith, Jersey City, are in dining car service of the East and North-east company. "W. John New York City, 10 Chicago," "W. John New York City is in Pullman service from New York City to Chicago over the B. & O. R. R. Co. lines," "John H. Brown is a train porter in service of the C., R. L. & P. R. R. Co.," "The railroad men should remember that Mr. Van B. Andrews, the famous dung car waiter, is in the Cook County, N. J. and is a good felon goin' to see Mr. Van B. Andrews at Chicago, and he is, Mr. Walter Lange, 060 The R. L. & P. R. R. Co. lines." Continued from first page enough courage to go around Moseley, one of Camp's choices for the All-American ends for a long run and finally wigglig his way over the line for the first touchdown to be made by the first touchdown to be made. Then in all his greatness, 3000 whites stood up and cheered him in unison. Again in the Harvard game he was taken out to save himself during the remaining few minutes of play. The Crimson stands roared with acknowledgment of this one man's prowess and knowledge of the gridron game. **Stands Out Alone** Pollard stands out alone in history. No other player has been hailed from the north to the south as the conqueror of two of America's greatest universities. Drew had his day. Mathews, Marshall, Young, Leslie Pollard, Bill Lewis, Bullock, Ranson. Wheeler and hundreds of others, all good players, none of our brys, none of our guys, have ever gained the honor, the prominence, the single-handed glory as Fred Pollard. And with all this he is a quit, unassuming lad, one whom you would never take to be able to toss it for football. His little, works hard with his books to teach his children, to teach his father and mother, his family his race a long wanted honor. He followed in the footsteps of Luther Pollar, who captained Lake View High Leslie Pollar, who starred at Durham and went one better than ALL THE REST. He is the greatest. Below we quote some of Mr. Camp's article which will appear in Collier's Weekly Dec. 30. The season there are certain marked devotion to the game. Last year the run from kick formation came to its own and proved the strongest feature of the attack. In several cases this year it was shown, however, the formation must have connected with it the threat of the forward pass and the kick. "The most marked feature of this season's development was the various methods of thinning out the defensive line of thinking out the secondary defense back, by the thrush and kicking from close formation, and at the same time by formations and shifts in the back field, compelling the men playing on the forward line of defense, separate farther from each other and making fighting and plunging plays more effective. Picks Harley and Rollard "And behind this line," No one who did not see the Colgate-Brown game appeciates the wonderful work Pollard did in that game in stopping man after man who broke through clean. When Colgate got around the Brown ends it to a battle. And who bought the runner to a斗马. And who bought a man whose natural instinct seemed to tell him where the play was coming, and who was ever present in the emergency. Oliphant is another star on defense, built for the job, old and experienced. It is also a member of this back field is also quick and forward passes, a great element in today's protective game. With Pollard and Oliphant, one would hardly be unuly anxious over secondary defense, even without Harley and Anderson. But Pollard and Oliphant and the other to aid him, making long dangerous, as shown by the running. "Pollard of Brown was the most elusive back of the year, or of any year he is a good sprinter, and once loose he is able to out-wind the-wisp that no one can wipe his hands down, and is hard and resilient as an indian rubber ball; but so often his offensive work, on account of its very brilliance, observed his really sterling defense. In the back field he could alight on the ball, and spot where the runner would come, whether through the line or around the end, and his tackling was deadly." GRADE ROOT CROPS ON TIMBER FARMS To meet the feed situation in northern Minnesota by 1 a.m., the assistant of the Northeast Experiment Station at Duluth, suggests the grading of rutabagas, the feeding of the tops and poor grades to stock, and the marketing of the tops, if possible, not until late in the winter when the market usually advances. This suggestion is made in answer to the question especially pertinent to this year whether to feed roots or grain. One pound of grain is usually regarded as from our to nine pounds of roots. From our to nine pounds ever, Mr. Thompson says, ignores the succulence of the roots so essential to the health and productivity of animals. Likewise, in the northern Minnesota situation, it leaves out of consideration the cost of exchange. That is, of hauling the grain back. Moreover, the yield of rutabegas last fall flipped from two to four tons. Thereafter, even with ruthabats at from $17 to $25 a tol. Mr. Thompson feels that the plan should be considered. 'As a general result of the year's work Stands Out Alone Jesse Jam 2514 Eighth St Greatest of all FF DR/AUGHTS PLAY vious to meet Atlantic City, N. J. Dec. 22.—The largest crowd of the present basket ball season witnessed the Vandals vanquish the most formidable quintet from Philadelphia, the Quaker Reserves, to the tune of 54 to 14. The game was marred by continual fouling by the Quaker Reserves. There was no loophole for kicks, as they brought their own referee down from Philadelphia. The crowd was unicase because the Vandals only secured two field goals in the first half. Even Bill Howard was off in his foul shooting, securing 12 out of 22 chances. Even at that the half ended 20 to 6 in Vandals. NOTICE Owing to the rapid increase of The Chicago Defender's circulation and the necessity of us reaching the people not later than Saturday, it is necessary that correspondents see that news matter reaches us Tuesday. By Fred H. Lester By F. J. Myles, A. B. Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 28.—Dr. R. H. Boyd, D. D. L., L.D. one of the Races' most successful business men, delivered an address to the student body of Pearl High School Dec. 22. basis of his remarks, punctuality, accuracy and honour. He took place last Tuesday night at 7:30 in St. Andrew's Presbyterian church. Mrs. Works, Miss Carter and other leading singers assisted with the early morning program. "Angels Singing to the Shepherds" was the subject of Rev. W. H. Wilmington's lecture at the Raphael Baptist Church, East Nashville, last Sunday. "Rev. Spencer Jackson, St. Andrews Presbyterian church, will tell the Biblical stories to the children of Race public library. "Saturday, Dec. 30. in the young people's division, Miss Henderson, Phisk University, will have charge of the same date. "Bishop C. H. Phillips of the C. M. E. church has returned to Nashville after having been absent from home for some time. "Dr. J. C. Caldwell was one of the principal speakers at the layman's missionary movement, was just held at Selm, Aln. "President W. J. Hale, State Norman, is visiting relatives in Oklahoma during the holidays. "Miss Alvaria Jackson, 1713 Helman street, is attending meeting in favor. In the second half the played true to form, Capt. In turing with eight field goals, I managed two each and came up with Howard also banged eight, making 34 to their opponents' second half. Hirgrove, Bill Freeman gave the creekest exit shot, Tom Johnson, formerly watha-Cardinals, starred for itors. The same teams play No night in Philadelphia, while the 2nds play the Princeton Y. M. Fitzgerald's Auditorium score. Vandals. Field, Fo Howard, F. 3 Brikoe, F. 9 Laurie, C. 3 Hargrove, G. 2 Freeman, G. 2 Hilton, G. 2 17 21 Quaker Reserves— T. Johnson, F. 3 Yancey, F. 1 F. Johnson, F. 1 Cherry, C. 1 Gould, G. 1 Nutt, G. 1 2 10 Fouls committed—Quaker Res 29; Vandals, 26. Reference/Duke Blackburn, Timers—Plator and Harms. Score Keepers—Chase of tion. BILLIARDS and POOL By Mr. Cue New York, Dec. 29—The popular success of the Interstate, 18-2, Balkbillard match between Mr. J, W. S. of Chicago and Mr. Minor Honey New York is an assured fact, according to the advance sale of reserve seats Mr. W. R. Davis, secretary of the Coord Amateur Billard Players association. The members of the association are giving every support to the success of the exhibition. *Mr. Sims has nothing but praise for Manager Will every member of the association every prize he has even to the extent of a private run for practice, a very necessary accoumdation for perfect practice. He als for the first time a money he is meeting for the first time, and if he defends him will admire not respect his sportsmanlike attitude, and will arrange with Manager Will for games in Chicago and Detroit, where he will receive an amount of $5 has been distributed, this the first time these boys ever took part in such a contest. None of them played up to their standard. The high run was the first prize, $20.00 in gold, Jimmy Golden, $10.00 in gold, won by Walter Giby Third prize went to Luke Smith, $5.00 in gold. The games were enjoyed by both players were well pleased with their Champions and the managers and patrons were pleased with the entertainment. *W. H. W. manager and promoter of billard games, houses, clubs, and souls receive prize ored roomkeepers for his ambition, ability to do things to keep full, the king of indoor sports, clean and neat to those who play, as well creating an environment where we have never played the game, but in always knocked the game of every or, portunity, but since he has made a specialty of promoting the various exhibitions public opinion has changed in favor of his cards. Samuel Tools, an old time Chiengee, is a stunt taint with Bam, his old friend, and at the same time he is coming back to his old time form, which many of the western players have cause to remember. Floyd Williams, one of New York's best players, the game is performing a similar duty with Haney. * Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 5th and 9th are the dates of the Interstate Colored Championship, 18-2. Balk-line billard match, at St. Mark's hall, 183th street near Lenox avenue. Referees and officials are members of the Colored Billard players' Association and roomkeepers of New York. Springfield, Tenn., this week. *Mrs. D. C. White, Curville, Fla., who was operated on at the Millie E. Hale hospital, is convalescing. *Miss Quille Cook, 1610 State street, is able to be up after a very serious operation. *Henry Purple street, is at Hale hospital, *Mrs. Thurlow, is doing fine at Hale hospital, *Mrs. Temple Couch and Miss Jane Davis returned to their homes this week. By Beatrice Dixon McKenzie, Tennessee, Dec. 21.-Rev. Cotter, Humphold, Teen, preached U funeral of Mrs. Etna Dinwiddie, who died last week. She leaves a husband, 1 sons, a host of friends and reliver mourn their loss. *Mr. and Mrs. Lorr Joan Johnson, holiday holidays their parents. *Mr. Mandy Sister, Owner Barker, made a flying to Nashville Friday and return* their brother, Jim, who has 1 Nashville some time having treated. *Curtis Bell, Cairo, is 10 o'clock* Gilbert is visiting homefolks *Miss Willie Haynes has return St/Louis. *Mr. Alex Barker Ill. *Dr. J. T. Johnson mad trip to Nashville last week united in matrimony. *Mr. Cry, Salt Lake City, Utah, I leave Booker avenue. *Miss Barker returned from a visit to Miss Uever Looney has re home, Henry, Tenn. *Miss guest of her father, Mr. Ja --- NOTICE the rapid increase of The arts' circulation and the teaching the people not at喧闹, it is necessary that it is so that news matter Tuesdays. By. B. Hornaby I. D. Hornaby I. D. Hornaby attained the following persons sec. 35: Miss A. G. Nelson of Austin, George Harrison, Florence, W. J. D. Cook, Mr. J. H. Per- mil, Micha. Mr. Howard Comed Mrs. Jake Thomas and M. Florence Harrison is the guest Miss Melva Page, who is r best girl; was married lately to usher Baker of Chester, H. Joseph Harrison, the beloved mother last Saturday. He spent Christmas in Spring- Mrs. Belle Hicklin spent in Towsbury, Mrs. John- daugherty, Mrs. Courtney, spent and New Year's with son, Mr. of Second street. L. Ill., Dec. 29.—St. John's A. M. had their Christmas exercises witht. Mr. and Mrs. Ferdilmina of Christmas presbyterian Sunday morning in the baby girl *.* Miss Adelalde entertained a dinner party Wee-evenings. *.* Mr. and Mrs. Robert in the museum of Christmas with Carl Lucas spent Christmas with other, Mrs. Emma Lucas, Mrs. also had as other guests Mr. and wilburn Johnson and Mr. Frank Leighton lego spent Christmas with hers, Mr. and Mrs. Frank White, and d their family dinner. *.* Mrs. Leighton is spending a few with her brother the college one Moore of marriott college is ing the holidays with his parents, m. Mrs. William Moore of East uvea, m. Mrs. William Moore of Washington, m. Mrs. Willis Washington Christmas. *.* The Third Baptist church gave Christmas exercises Monday evening. After the exercises were completed Raphael in behalf of B. Y. P. U. to Rev. B. P. K. Gules a Christmas present. ecatur, Ill. Dec. 29.—The churches their usual services last Sunday. those Lodge, No. 5, K. of F., held their last Monday evening, Dec. 18th, which resulted as follows: Chancellor unmander, S. W. Morgan; Vice Chancellor, Dr. J. C. Ellis; Master of Works, William White; Master of Exchequer, M. Cummings; Master of Finance, C. L. Wilkins; Keeper of Records and Seals, James Chaney; Master of Arms, Felix H. H. Turner Guard, Harry Warfield; Keeper of Rites, John Collin; Trustees, George Trise, Simone Johnson, John Dool; Medical Director, J. C. Ellis; Representative to the Grand Lodge, Mr. Simon Johnson. Alley and sister, Miss Lou McRendella; South Church street, were hostesses the Priscilla Pleasure club Thursday afternoon. Mrs. Bertha Field, wife of Rev. Peter Field, pastor at Lincoln, Ill., as the guest of Mrs. Thomas Gray, 1211 West Forest Avenue, and Mrs. Inez Trice, 1211 St. Paul, St. Paul, and Mrs. Simeon Sina, 1211 Sina, and Mrs. John B. Simeon, 1211 St. Paul, St. Paul, and Mrs. Simeon Sina. The celebrated Flisk Jubilee, the Sings of the Fisk University, Nashville, Tenn., at the First Presbyterian church Sunday at the St. Paul's Church, with wife of Elkville, Ill., the trice and wife of Mrs. George Trice, 1211 St. Paul, St. Paul, and Mrs. George Trice, both Jackson street. Robert Johnson of Springfield and Miss Anna B. Taylor of Burkville, Ky., were united in sติ�juice at 4 p. m. Sunday in the home. Rev. James A. Crockett, Mrs. Audie Steward of North Gillesk and vs. Ruben Murrell of 1253 South Colley, will spend the holidays in Springfield. 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Mrs. Alice Clark, Miss Flora Boggs and Little Mary and Margrett Pryor of 166 West Jacon Street left last Monday for Buffalo to the Daniel Pryor, Mrs. Molina. Method: 106 of the 4th Railroad avenue was the guest of Mrs. Steve Elders Riverside. Miss Margaret Price and Mr. Camp Grinnet of Springfield were united in marriage at the home of the bride, 961 North Monroe street, by Rev. A. T. Jackson. Mrs. Ida B. Young, Mrs. Georgia Davis, Study Mayor and Mrs. S. W. Morgan, 1249 West Green street, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Parrish Moore, 630 Greenwood Avenue, Christmas Street, Miss Wedell Rogan of East Clay street is spending the holidays in Bloomington with friends. Miss Ruth Harris of Pittsburgh, Pa. is here visiting her saun, Mrs. Samuel Cherry, West Sawyer street. By Zero W. Webb Mounds City, IL. Dec. 25—Thomas Welch returned home last week to spend Christmas with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Welch, and his father, Clark spent Christmas day in Tennessee, Mrs. H. C. Burton is visiting Mrs. M. Nance. Miss Virgo Penn is spending Christmas holidays with parents, Mr. and Mrs. Penn, and Mrs. McWebb and daughter are spending Christmas with relatives and friends. The A. C. Corchau shop was fully picked Christmas day. *Mr. and Mrs. Boyd spent Christmas in Mounds.* Mounds, IL. Dec. 29—Douglas school closed for the holiday season. *The school will meet on Jan. 5.* *Mines, Fannie Mae, and Jerry Chase had charge of the children of Pilgrim Rest church and a Christmas entertainment was given Monday night. *Miss Welch was teachers of Summer school, Cairo, Ohio, and Mrs. Lawrence Washington Sunday. Men of the Race who left this city weeks ago to the different fields of labor has masters with their families. All report labor plentiful and wages good. * Mr. Wren Duncan and Miss Jennifer Morrow have worked night. * Mrs. Jessie Tylor of Blythville, Ark, arrived here Sunday night to spend the Christmas with her uncle, Mr. Duncan, and his niece, Joseph Defender, can be found on sale. Chark's barber shop on Front street every Saturday. Stop in and get one of the barbers' night, Dec. 26. Reducing fat resulted in a Lily of the Valley Lodge circulation. A. M., installed their officers Tuesday night, Dec. 26 at the hall. * Budy Duncan's night, Dec. 26. Reducing fat resulted in a Lawrence Washington, our rural route man, has been quite busy for the past week and was on his route Christmas. * Mr. E. church here, preached to the C. M. E. church here, preached to the Ratan at 11 a. m. Christmas morning. Joliet, Ill., Dec. 29—Mrs. Mamble Ballard and sons spend Christmas with her mother, Mrs Sammie Henry. * Miss B. Brown, the teacher, Mrs Brown is able to sit up. * A. Dishman, Chicago Heights, spent the holidays with his niece, Mrs Thalia Wailer. * Mrs. Clarke is out now and will attend to papers from now on. Mrs. Waters wishes them all friends who were so kind in helping them with papers in way of furnishing the news and the cook. Mrs. Mimile Dwyer and grandson, Mrs. Spent Christmas in Bloomington as the teacher. * Grifford Dwyer and Elder Willis. * Miss Meadows Cook is feeling nicely. * Mrs. Meadows' home in Manh寸ndale was the scene of Mrs. W. Jackson of Syracuse. * Mrs. Greene Edwards of Chicago, and also Mrs. Turner of Chicago were included. Mrs. F. Saunders and Mrs. J. Saunders in the Windy Gray for their Christmas. Champaign, Ill. Dec. 23—Hermann Barnett is visiting in Chicago. * Rep. Vivian L. Orton is visiting in Chicago during vacation. * Rep. Miss Arnette Turner in Chicago. * Elsanne Marshall is visiting in Springfield. * Harry Hines is visiting friends in Atlanta. Miss Ruth Long is visiting in Indianapolis during vacation. * Gordy Jackson is holding a gold piece given by Mrs. Walter Davis Monday night at the Els' Auditorium. Evanson, Ill. Dec. 23—Mr. Garland and Miss Jessie Peterson are few friends at their birthday party at the home of their mother and father, at the home of their few days ago. The decorations were a few candles. The decorations were indulging in many of the late dances the beautiful birthday party at the home of the lighted candles, was placed on the table. Peterson and cat. Immediately after this a dainty supper was served. At 11 By Gladys Crawford Galesburg, Ill., Dec. 29.—The annual Christmas of the Modern Priscilla Club was held at the home of Mrs. G. W. Kild, 1015 E. South street. *Harvey the mother of the bedside of his mother in Rock Island Hall, Mary Brown and children of Aurora, Ill. home Saturday night to spend Christmas. *Mr. ad Mrs. G. W. Kild enter. King will lead the basketball teams in Lincoln, M. I. and Madison, M. I. and St. Louis street, entertain all their relatives at a family Christmas dinner. *M. Selle Fieldin M. Peoria, I. ill. spent Christmas time with the children of his family. This paper call 1573 Bell phone. *R. T. L. Scott, Grand Master of U. B. F. and S. M. T. of Illinois, made his annual tour on Tuesday, Dec. 19. Rev. Scott made a wonderful impression on his heckers. We feel that Illinois has made a wiser selection for the grand master. *S. Mrs. fanny Wells has been indisposed for several days, but is improving. Parks, Ill., Dec. 29.—Miss Mary E. Rutledge of Chicago is visitant Mrs. Albert Session. "Napoleon Thompson left Sunday night for Chicago." Herbert Darden is spending the Christmas holidays at the Home. "Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Snowden entertained at dinner Sunday Dr. and Mrs. W. Henry Snowden, Mrs. Thomas Eastress, Mr. and Mrs. Emritt Parker and Mr. Thomas Moody," Ben Scott of Evansville, Ind., is spending the Christmas holidays at the Home. "Mr. and Mrs. G. G. G. and Mr. E. E. Evans" Evans gives a guest to a part-ent, Mr. and Mrs. Paris Thomas, Mr. Friday, "Pride of Paris Lodge No. 33, K. of P., elected the following officers: N. V. Reed, C. C.; John Middleton, V. C.; Richard Miller, Prelate; Lindsay Blanton, M. of Ex.; Dr. W. Henry Snowden, M. of F.; Willard Moody, K. of R. and S.; Geo. W. Mcgraw, M. of A.; Willard Moody, G. R. Mrs. John Artis left Saturday for F. E. McInnis, Ill., to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Laila Lally, Mrs. Charles Reed, and Mr. and Mrs. Eastress by the death of her father. "Mr. James Iray of Terre Haute was the Christmas guest of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Brady," Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Blair of Chicago are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Middleton. "John Artis was in Terre Haute Saturday on business," Richard Schoffield, who has been working in Tolle, Ohio, has returned home. "Miss Laila Lally, Mr. and Mrs.�, the guest of Miss Penn Bonnie Suspense, The Christmas exercises of the Sunday Baptist Sunday school Sunday night were a grand success and largely attended. Miss Lulu Turner deserves much credit for the program. La Grange, Ill. Dec. 29.—There have been several additions to the A. M. E. church as a result of the evangelistic close her meetings Sunday. "The A. M. E. congregation will worship in their new church Sunday. The basement has completed and will worship in the church until completed. "W. L. Evans, formerly of Louisville, Ky., but who is an architectural draftsmaker for Samuel Plato, of Louisville, Ky., will be with his wife at the home of her parents., Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Claybrooks of avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Cavaliere avenue. Mr. and Mrs. at dinner Christmas day Mill Hill. Lisle. Mrs. Isaiah Williams and Miss Mary Cross of Chicago. "Mrs. Ben. Green is sending the holidays with friends and relatives in New Albany and Charleston, Ind. HERE FROM OLD KY. W. M. Norman, Louisville, Ky., brother-in-law of Mrs. Virgile Gibson, 4025 Wabash avenue, is in the city, with his daughter and will stay with Mrs. Gibson. He expects to remain here and has no idea of going back because of being afraid of freezing, as the southern papers would put it. 125 CHILDREN ENTERTAINED The Diana Charity Club gave its annual Christmas dinner at Bethesda Baptist church Dec. 25. A special effort is put forth each year in making these the most successful. One hundred and twenty-five receive. Several families received dinners who were able and unable to attend. Each year there are many sad hearts made glad by donations of general needs. Candy, was a home of the Aked and McDonald's desserts. These dinners have been given for the past five years each Christmas day. JOHN GRAY SICK Montreal, Can. Dec. 29.—E. S. McKay is the sick list. His many friends are rabies-free and comfort of his dear old mother. *John G. Brown* has indisposed for a week at home. *Mrs. Mason* remains in the Western Improvement. Father and son are doing time being. *The church is progressing nicely. New members are being added each day each month. *Mr. S. Haines of New York* will open a first class hardship dressing room. MRS. OLLIE REDICK WEDS Great Falls, Mont., Dec. 29 — Mrs. Cook of Edmonton, Alta., daughter of Mrs. Sidle Reddick and Mrs. Ring, "Miss Selma D. Tiff, of Detroit Mich., is here visiting her parents, Mr. McKinley, and Mrs. Ollie Reddick was quietly married at the home of Mrs. Susie Adderson," the question held by the Ladies' Aid at the home of Mrs. Sadie White was quite a success. SOLDIER'S WIFE ON A Y Mrs. Robert Sprattling, wife of Sergeant Sprattling, Twenty-fifth Infant band, Honolulu, Hawaii, and children of the week visiting relatives and stopped with Mrs. William Beckham, 3712 Rhodes avenue, en route home at La Crosse, Wisc. By Wm. White and Chas: Magill Brooklyn, N. Y. Dec. 20—Subscribers and other patrons of this paper who have articles for publication, please give them to the boy who delivers your paper on Saturday, or leave them at the news office, where this paper is for sale. The following sub-agents handle the Defender; Mr. C. A. Johnson, 9-Hull street; Mr. C. A. Johnson, 11-Hull street; Mr. F. Glorov, 1715 Fulton street; Mr. J. B. Tibbs, 1089 Fulton street; Mr. Joseph Rubenstein, 758% Fulton street; Mr. H. Rubenstein, 758% Fulton street; Mr. Griffin Club, 869% Herkimer street; Mr. Griffin Club, 1753% Fulton street; Mr. Chas. Notus, 172% Myrtle avenue; Mr. J. E. Myrtle avenue; Mr. J. E. Myrtle avenue; Mr. 1094 Fulton street; Mr. William A. Seaman, 2378 Pitkins avenue; The O. K. Barber shop, 152 Duffield street; Mr. K. Barber shop, 152 Duffield street; Mr. Rosenberg, 147 Myrtle street; Swan's Grocery Store, 1604 Dean street; barber shop, 1582 Dean street; Swan's Grocery Store, 1604 Carlton avenue, near Fulton street. (Owing to the mail being delayed we missed Brooklyn and Long Island news By W. Henry Green By W. Henry Green Rochschild services were rendered in Zion church all day Sunday, the junior choir in the morning under the leadership of Prof. James B. Chapman, the senior choir in the direction of W. Henry Green, the intermediate C. E. Society, Mrs. J. G. Lee, superintendent; Y. P. C. E. Society, Mrs. J. G. Lee, senior chair at the evening service, Mrs. J. G. Lee, directress. All of the services were inspiring. The pastor gave lessons on the life of Christ. Collection on cost of $35.40. * Miss Gladys Mathews and Miss Elgahragh left first Saturday for Mary to spend the holidays. Mary will spend the holidays. Pa, are spending the holidays with their son, W. H. Stockton, 672 Bay street, Mrs. Blanche Wilson of Baversham. Mary will spend the holidays. Mrs. Susie, 61 Trevor street. The members and friends of A. M. E. Zion REECE UP NORTH Bogalusa, La., Dec. 22—John Reece, with a number of men from the South left here the first of last week for Chicago, Ill. He became sick and tired of M. B. John Reece the way conditions existed toward the Race. This is the town where some of the white people did not want Race men to enlightenment as other nationalities, and would not be tolerated by Mr. Reece, who believes that his people are entitled to enlightenment as other nationalities, and would not be tolerated were Henderson Hayes, Warren Salters, Sidney Eskridge, John Minor, Ed Sutton, Silas McManus, J. D. Campbell, Browne Brown, Joe Bennett and others. Some are from New Orleans and other southern points. All have secured employment and like the North immensely, is the report that they were received by their personal friends. Mr. Reece sold the Defenders here for a long while. The city authorities took up subscriptions and having "Uncle Sam" send them through the mail, they sent them to the south the size of Bogalusa that has it as many Defenders at this place. HOME-MADE BREAD BEST Home-made bread, if well made, is to be prepared over bakers' bread, according to Miss Addie D. Root of the Missouri College of Agriculture. The consortium of the university is more important than the kind of yeast. If yeast is allowed to stand in a dusty place or is put into an unsterilized vessel, it will collect bacteria and only become sour, unpleasant taste. All utensils and liquids should be scalded before using. Yeasts are small plants which need air. Flour, therefore, should be added only to the bottom of the dough, enough to inundate air. Sugar is for the yeast plant and if given to it will hasten its growth. If dough is too stiff, a harsh, crumbly bread results. The least amount of flour poses a sticky dough gives the best bread. The quick even atroke in kneading counts for more than the strength put into it. A thorough kneading distributes the dough evenly and results in bread of the best texture, as the gas bubbles rise evenly. Dough should be kneaded until it has a smooth, velvety surface. If kneaded too hard, a plastic quality is completely destroyed. Yeast plants thrive at a temperature of from 79 to 93 degrees Fahrenheit. They are placed in a clean bowl. If the bowl is covered tightly and an even temperature maintained, it is not necessary either to cover the bowl or crust from forming. If the temperature is too high the bread will be dark, coarse and sour. If the dough is chilled while the bread is being formed, the texture rubbery and an undesirable crust will form. Best results are obtained when dough is kept, at a gentle, warm, and moist temperature. It is twice the bulk, and then worked.* Daking requires as much care as mixing, knending and rising. The temperature of Fahrenheit when the bread is placed in it. It should be allowed to rise after 15 minutes and lowered after 30 minutes. The bread should be lowered in the patch before it is fired. It should and have an even brown surfaces after: 30 minutes. If the dough is not the original bulk or as light as desired, it should be allowed to finish rising in the oven. Ribiere unpublished secrets of *Hart*: *stop the Hart* falling out. How to make *to make the Hart* grow when it *died* in the growth of the Ribiere *instead of* church, through Mrs. G. H. Wright, presented the pastor $56 last Sunday evening. The pastor and trustees of Zion College, the pastor and trustees of G. Lee, a gold solid-wrist watch for her excellent services during the past year; also a handsome present was given at the reception of the fair. * The Fortnightly Sewing Circle met at the residence of Mrs. W. J. Woolley, the hourly afternoon meet, the few stitches, the regular business was: transacted a delightful dinner was served, by the hostess. At the Knights of Pythias, Reschester Lodge No. 15, held on Wednesday evening, the following officers were elected: * Chancellor; commander; navigator S. W. Hurry Green; prelate, Sir Edward Jackson; master of works, Sir Edwin Tyler; master of the orchestra; navigator S. W. Hurry Green; prelate, Sir Edward Jackson; master of works, Sir Edwin Tyler; master of the orchestra; navigator Sir James Stirrup; keeper of records and seal, Sir B. Franklin Bundy; master at arms, Sir William Bundy; master at arms, Sir William Guy. There will be installation of officers at the next meeting, Jan. 3, 1917. By George W. Neal Syracuse, N. Y., Dec. 29—Bishop Fliske preached at St. Philip's Episcopal church on Sunday. The Lord John scholar, son of M. L. Zion school, dared excellent service Sunday evening. * The services at the Bethany Baptist tentation at the Baptist church Sunday evening. * Miss Leonard, 719 East Nassau street, is visiting her relatives and friends on holiday. * Mr. Turner, 309 South Crouse street, is visiting relatives and friends on holiday. * Henry, Geneva, N. Y., and Mrs. Tarply, Springfield, Mass., are visiting Mrs. J. R. Robinson, 1100 East Fayette street. * Mrs. J. R. Robinson, 1100 East Fayette street. * Mrs. J. R. Robinson, Wednesday, Dec. 20. * Mrs. Mount, Erie, Pa., is visiting her sister at 1107 Almond street. The Old Folks Association hall Friday evening. Everyone enjoyed themselves very much. * Anyone desiring to own one of the new books of the Lord John's ender's agent. He sells all Negro books. PENNSYLVANIA By Thomas A. Thorpley By C. W. Andersen Williamsport, Pa., Dec. 29, Mrs. Frances Thornton-Parker of Contestville spent the holidays in the city of the city of New York, at the time of the返城 guest of Mrs. D. H. Kilson. "Mrs. White of Baltimore spent the Christmas season with her sister, Mrs. W. H. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Anderson, and Mrs. Sylvester Pleasant, Mr. and Mrs. W. Campbell Anderson, Misses Elizabeth Mitchell and Hannah Wagwell. Missed the holiday in the 19th Anniversary of the Holidays in Old Comfort, Va. " The rally in Bethel, which, terminated on Christmas eve, was success. " Mr. Charlotte Merrels of Hancock, who was at the present sale of the 19th Anniversary at the home of her sister, 601 Elmira Street. " The annual Christmas carnival was held Christmas night at Bethel. A Sunday and the program was in charge of Mrs. Isabelle. Mr. W. H. Thomas played the score. The major portion of the program was in the form of story and song. C. W. Anniversary was held on the 19th of March, which has the charge of the telephone work for the Zion Christmas celebration on New Year's night. Rev. Richardson of Ebeness delivered the afternoon sermon on the New Year's Day. Rev. Thomas was of Shiloh acted on a master of ceremonies. John Robinson was called to Milton on Christmas by the illness of his brother. The first was at the P. O.C. on the successful Christmas day of Christmas. In the night, Mrs. Isabelle Fairfax and Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson have been members of the "P. O.C. and E. B. Whigh & Co. pre-member decorators and drawners," Mrs. Bernard Johnson were the dinner guests on Christmas of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Johnson. The A. M. B. Zion Sunday and the "W. H. Kilson" New Year's Night. "Hair of Woods of Milford" spent Christmas in the city. "NEGROES and FREEMASONRY" The latest work in course of preparation, being a collection of important data heretofore unpublished, relative to Precissany among the "Toliped people of America," by Dr. Harry A. Williamson, Senator Grand Warden and Historian of the Grand Lodge of New York (Prince Hall). A book every Colored Mason should subscribe for, comprising a series of articles written by Dr. Williamson, which have been published in white magazines in England and America. The preface will be by Joseph E. Morrison in England and very useful volume of about 120 pages, handsomely bound, all 40 per copy, prefixed. A SUBSCRIPTION EDITION ONLY, LIMITED TO 350 COPIES Send Check or Money Order Immediately to HARRY A. WILLIAMSON, 294 Patrone Ave., BROOKLYN, N. Y. KLEIN THE SHOE SPECIALIST Perfect satisfaction to each customer. Good shoes for men, women and children at lowest prices. 2450 Pitkin Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Near Linwood "L" Station WANTED 20,000 BOYS MUST BE HUSTLERS; TO SELL THE CHICAGO DEFENDER INEVERY TOWN, VILLAGE AND CITY THIS NATIONAL WEEKLY, KNOW AS THE WORLD'S GREATEST WEEKLY, NEEDS TO BE IN THE HOME OF EVERY NUMBER OF THE RACE. SEND 30c AND STAIT TODAY ADDRESS CIRCULATION MANGER Chicago Democrat 3159 STATE STREET, CHICGO MME. DE THEBES, GREATEST OF ALL MYSTICS, IS DEAD Paris, Dec. 28—Mme. Thebe, the most famous clairvoyant in the world, died Sunday at her country residence, Meung Sur Laire. She was a friend of begars the clairvoyant of the European war, the death of Pope John VIII Victoria, the assassination of President Carrot and the fall of Khartoum. Her age was 72. The real name of Mme. De Thebes was Anna Victorine De Thebes, she was frequently referred to as "the pythoness" because Perhaps one of her most remarkable predictions was that "America is going into the sea" in 1907. The Jamaica earthquake followed. She also predicted the fire and repeated her warning against "fire and water" for America in 1914. Mme. De Thebes her hold on her passage through Alexander Dumus. At a dinner she read she hands of the guests she successfully that Dumus published an ennoblish account of the scape. CHICAGO NAMED AS SITE Washington, D. C., Dec. 29—Naval training camps, similar in many respects, the Patterson camp, are to be established at Newport, Chicago, Norfolk, San Francisco, and Albany at Pensacola, Secretary of the Navy Daniels announced yesterday. Last summer 2,000 civilians were transferred to battleships. This summer Secretary of the Navy will train 10,000 men at the five camps and on vessels of the reserve fleet. The secretary also announced that the Navy Department will undertake to form and train squadrons for patrol and dispatch service on the line and oil for their craft will be furnished free to motor boat owners joining the proposed squadron, and the secretary will undertake to secure an appropriation from congress for other kinds of fuel. WEALTHY LAND OWNER IS GOOD TO POLICE IN WILL William Bettles, wealthy land owner of Laporte, Ind., dying a few days ago, called his son, James B. Bettles. want you to use some of your legacy in raising up pension funds in bad condition." he said. James went to Herman F. Schuetter, deputy superintendent of police, yesterday and gave him a check for $800 for his retirement. He remembered reading that the fund was in dire need. he said. "Glad to help. It was father's last wish." HEARS FROM "WINDY CITY" CHICAGO DEPENDENDE NEWS SERVICE Los Angeles, Cal. Dr. Dr. Richardson, formerly of Chicago, is doing fine. He has been the recipient of many remembrances from the "Windy City" Orms was from the Chicago Defender. Dr. Dr. Jordan shared in the remembrances. PASTOR VISITING Pine Bluff, Ark. Dec. 29—Rev. C. S. Dupree, pastor of Webb Chapel Christian School on Sunday morning, *9* Rev. and Mr. Wm. Baker are spending Christmas with friends, *9* Mr. and Mrs. F. Clark are visiting relatives and friends in Montgomery, Ala. MURRAY HAS $3,000 FIRE E. Murray, 3139 State street, mover and packer, has his barn in the rear at 3159 State street. Wednesday morning, Dec. 6, the barn caught fire. The barn was destroyed and three wagons. There was a loss of $3,000, partially covered by insurance of KENTUCKIAN ON A VISIT Mr. Henry C. C. Jones, Carrollton, KY., postoffice clerk, is in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Norwood, 3633 East avenue. He will-leave—the last of the week. Mrs. Norwood is his daughter DROPS DEAD WHILE WORKING Pittsburgh, Pa. Dec. 29.--Robert Freeman, 3633 East avenue, died on his fence at 504 Taft avenue, died suddenly in the midst of his work. New Orleans Man Thinks it a H Thing to Have a Drop of A Blood in Your Veins, Yet it Hat Shewn that a Large Percentage "Whitee" of that City Have It. The following clipping is out of of the local morning papers of a days ago. "Somewhere in Chicago, they wealthy family with an adopted that has turned out to be a Negro. Baby was brought from New Orleans to Chicago, the only one man who knew theirs. He is Thomas H. Agnew, superintendent of the Louisiana Society for the Pre-Primary Custody to Children. Mr. Agnew last night. I feel that it would break a solemn confidence, he the couple have suffered enough through the election, made byctors in Chicago. A few years ago there was a moment inaugurated in the state of Louisiana where every person who is legally married has to pay the amount, who declared to be "Niggers," as all people are called in that God-forsal decree of birth where dues and alimony are incurred in no time as these many papers showed that there were so many the state's leading people, both wealthy and social standing, with the movement through would have pretty stained Louisiana, and especially an African colony. Table 12.1 been at an extremely light complexia been in a "pooled" this. Chic cauum nigrum and this. And this and this creature Agnew probably justified in speaking of the situation a "horrible recoitation." We wonder that he is stopped to consider as who he is recoating to, and this kind; he is forced to that these "tick babies" are the illegitimate progeny of men of his own color who have either something or unseen but merely who have been by either force or natural deprivation. Not only is New Orleans and the whole state of Louisiana full of these man- ages "mixtures," but the entire south liberian accustomed passion for the women of their opposite color. In Brazil it is a common thing for the "white" families to have an adoide "child of the darker line, but..." the Race has not been "in intermixture that has be us by the degenerate w CAN FIND W' A letter to r Mr. W. T. B. vanla Ry. s quilt payin plying to bring am as track diately to 10 HU Montgo ltin, a di ers, inclu injured in felt wine . when a m the crack t miles un h baggage c ruled. On 10 HU Montague tin, a di- ors, include injured in tied mine, when a n the crack i miles in barge c ralled. On ~KILLED BY BORLINGTON THIEF~ Ebbury, Mo. Dec. 28. -Jack Woodhill was killed by moving passenger train train, not Saturday, of the presi- cident happened just, west, of himself crossing. Woodhill was knocked under the train and his head was crushed. He arm cut off and his body cut into shi- FREEMASONRY separation, being a collection of imperative to Freemasonry among the "Priory A. Williamson, Senior Grand Warrior of New York" (Prince Hall), would subscribe for, comprising a series which have been published in white preface will be by Joseph E. Morrison, a preface voting of it $1.05 per copy, prepaid. Society WAIT FOR THE Grand Military Ball GIVEN BY THE EIGHTH REGIMENT! (I. N. G.) AT THEIR ARMORY 35th AND FOREST AVENUE New Year's Night, Jan. 1st ADMISSION, 50 CENTS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT RHODES INN CABARET NIGHTLY CLASSY ENTERTAINING The Right Place to Spend a PLEASANT HOUR RUDOLPH SCHWALB, Prop. 500 E. 39TH STREET Calumet 4947 Automatic 73-003 MEET ME AT THE LITTLE PALACE BUFFET HARRY BASKIN, Pres. High Class Cabaret Refined Entertainment The Best Place in Chicago to Spend a Pleasant Evening N.W. Corner 39th and State Sts. ev. G. H. McDowell Daniel seems to be opistic concernant Enterprise institute. Mrs. Anna Bell is the city, or of John H. Studymire, West city, who was in the city to attend no real of Mr. Studymire. Ame. Ezella Carter is looking forward visiting several places, and she will be the new year in interest of the Hair masers' Association of the Carter Sys- Rev. J. H. L. McCoy, pastor of the Mt. Baptist Mission, who have en spending the Christmas holidays in annual visiting relatives. Ed. Buffalo, N. Y., was in the y Christmas they visit his wife and kidron, who are visiting Mrs. H. P. 3159 State street. M. T. Bailey is visiting several suburbs during the holidays. While say he is expected to deliver an address before the Improvement League 'Blue Island'. Mrs. Fon Holly, 3513 Prairie avenue, in southern Illinois on a visit. Mr. E. L. McCoy, 3517 State street, ave. Nora Dora, 3518 Erie party Monday night. She was enrestained by a host of friends before she city on Dec. 29 to visit her northern Evansville, Ind., during the holidays. Its Gina Thew $hill, Champaign, Ill. Is, the author of Turner, 6012 Aborcom street. H. K. Burney, 12234 Rhodes averages a student who has been to the University of Illinois, is home for the holidays. Mrs. Alice Handy and Mrs. Susie Howard left for Pittsburgh, Pa., to bury their brother, William Healey. Lawrence Wright, formerly of Chicago, spent the holidays here with his friends. John Green, Youngstown, Ohio, spent the holidays here with his brother, James Green, chef on the Pennsylvania Lines. Jerry Lacey, 258 Fourth street, Salem, Ohio, is spending Christmas in the city. Mrs. Lydia Lambert and daughter, Mrs. Lavania Lambert and daughter, Mulberry street, Evansville, Ind., are making the city their future home. H. A. La Monte, 1615 137th street, passed through the city with his wife to spend Christmas day in Evanston, Ill. with his relative Monte, a son whom they have never rietta Terrell, 2308 South at Little Rock, Ark., vis- sion 5, 544 East Thirty- thirty Street. Inst Sat- tleman, Mrs.lowley, Mr. and "Burt" William Cowan, and John R. ighter. Hens guests of at Thirty- tays. il. Minn. her hus- trity-fifth mal dance at Eighn d. K. Mul- ity of Bliss with the last Thirty- 55 Wabash urg. Pa. of ius Triplett. l. Ohio. is blids with and mother. T. 1452 Dearborn street. Pisk Jubilee" Singers" left Tuesday morning for an engagement at Indian- shell, Ind. They will return. Mr. and Mrs. Myers are stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Roberts, 3257 Vernon an- venue. Mrs. Dora Mattlock, Detroit, Mich. in the city visiting Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Lewis, 5156 Wabash avenue. She came with Milo Lewis and Mrs. Rushing, wife of Dr. Rushing. Mrs. Samuel H. Watson (no Annie Frazier), Buffalo and New York city, and Tuesday to spend the holidays with her husband, Miss Jennie Frazier, $22 Federal street. Miss Helen Scott, $365 Rhodes avenue, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Scott, let the city to visit her sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Johnson, and Sergt. and Mrs. Pope, Mr. Washington, I. W. Washington, Atlantic City, a personal friend of Mr. Russell C. Caution, a Defender agent, is in the city on a visit and may make this his home. Mrs. Alen Johnson, $23 Eastwood grammar with a luncheon last week. The Appointment Club will hold open house New Year's Day. A number of WAIT F Grand Mi GIVEN EIGHTH R Additional Dramatic News popular young misses will receive. Initiation of officers Saturday evening, Jan. 6. Dr. Cornellus Lowe, 3763 Wabash avenue, is in California, where he received a telegram that his father was dead. Honer Lewis, who made the All Star Cook County team, was at the office Tuesday and brought the "bunch" a look of cigars. Mr. Lewis is what termed a "welcome visitor." Mr. and Mrs. Alfred W. Hampton; Fred Pollard and Cary B. Lewis were dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Moseley, 6248 Sangamon street, Christmas day. Mrs. Hamilton will entertain with a dinner on New Year's day. Mr. Pollard paid the office a visit Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. "Joe" Jordan, 3400 South Among the Movies THE PHOENIX The billing this week from start to finish is exceptionally good and the attendance is right up to the standard. The Dawn Muker, "Little Miss Humiliated two" "Walkin' the dog" contests, "The Girl From Frisco," "The Heart of Virginia Keep," "The Question," "Her Doubts," "The Right Riders." On Sunday we have a live big live reed feature, "The Straight Way," and other good pictures. THE LINCOLN On Monday we coupled the latest episode of "Liberty" and the feature, "The Old Fogy," to good attendance. Follow us on the Sheldling Showcase, "The Lass of the Show," "The Yellow Menace," "The Vampires," "The Crimson Stain" and "Tigris." Next Sunday we have to celebrate the star, "The Deep Purple," and other features. THE WASHINGTON We are running many great features during the present week and business has been good. During the week we have booked the "The Diamond" Million for Mary, Thea Bara in Romeo and Juliet, "A Woman's Daring," the sequel to "The Diamond From the Heart," and "The Diamond On Sunday we have booked the feature, "The Sign of a Spade," and others. THE STATES The features shown here during the current week have been away above the gates of Opening on Monday we will watch Marilyn Patterson "The Paradise." "The Vampires," "The Shielding Shadow," Charlie Chaplin in "The Rink," "The House of Mirrors," "The Age," Devil Double, and on Saturday the birth control feature, "The Unborn," began to record breaking crowds. This latter remains until next Tuesday. THE STAR We had seven great reals of features on Monday and the attendance was great. We had the balance of the week. Among the attractions we had "The Shielding Shadow," "The Warning," "The House of Tears and Bullets," and "Brown Eyes." Sold we have been sold. For feature, "The Unfairful Wife," featuring Robert Mantell and an all-star cast THE ATLAS Christmas week has been marked by an exceptionally good attendance and the quality of the offerings here justly among the good things on the bill we have in store: Larry Hunt's "Summer," "The Shielding Shadow," "The Iron Woman," "The Yellow Menace" and "The Diamond From the Sky." On Sunday we have Wm. S. Hart in the big social" and the Return of Drew Egan and a great two-reel Keystone comedy. THE PICKFORD On Christmas Monday, we had a big double bill which had on it, among other things, "The Rink," "The Light FOR THE Military Ball BY THE EGIMENT! Park avenue, spent "Christmas day" in their car, delivering huskets to poor children. They were truly "good fellows," for they answered several Deacones. They were truly "good fellows," for they answered several Deacones. Mrs. Helen Jackson-Thorne became a "good fellow" oh Christmas day, and saw that the wrants of a number of poor children were looked after. Grace Dr. Romann began 5,00 for this purpose. Dr. Romann worked in the city last week, stopping at the Keystone Hotel. He went to Gary, Ind, on business. Miss Gonzales Porter, 3655 Forest avenue, died late. We were visiting Chandler, Okla., where she has been teaching. It is reported that she will remain in the city. Prof. G. L. Nelson, formerly of California, but late, of Oil City, Pet., is located in this city at 5625 Lake Park Avenue. Dr. Julian Lewis, 3783 Wahman avenue, went to his home at Calro. Ill., to see the holidays with his parents. High and low, and We were singers at the Young People's Lycamom on last Sunday. Dr. Julian Lew spend the holiday spend the holiday Hugh Buchanan on last Sunday "That Failed" and Beginning on Tue the remainder of gance. "The Prif Woman" "All Purple" "Mae Mae Marsh" and R Wheaf Rat" a two- edy, and a Paramo That Failed" and "Hazards of Helen." Beginning on Tuesday we had during the remainder of the week "Extravagance" and "Silence" of The Wolf Woman," All Man's Purple," The Purple." On Sunday we have booked Mae Marsh and Robert Harron in "The Wharf Rat" a two part Keystone comedy, and a Paramount travelogue. THE FOUNTAIN "The Voice of Love," a five reel, and other selected pictures were our Monday offering and the a attendance was good, and the attendance of the week had "Society Hysteria" of the Least of These," The Heart of the Epoi," The Last Man," The Bad Man," The Snow Cure" and "The Power of the Press," Sunday brings Virginia Pearson, Blanche Sweet in "The Goddess of Sage Brush Gulch," and a "touring comedy, Comedy for the children at the matinee. BLACK CARL The receipt by yle oide Editor of a remembrance from the famous prestidigitor of former days, the celebist of Carl's we surrected many fine old memories of the carer of the Hacek as a novelty act, featuring sleight-of-hand, and ranked right along with the top-notchers in that class of work. It was way back in 1992 when Carl was having a heart attack to die. One of Carl's best tricks was to serve four or five kinds of drinks out of the same bottle. He would pass through the auctions and drink the drinks and then go back onto the stage and drink everybody had enjoyed the drink. After the replies were in Carl would break the bottle and take a raak out of it. J was doing the same thing when Carl connected with the Tiruhne. The show was playing over in Camden, N. J., and Carl got my consent to come over and in the front row, taking the drank out of the bottle and when he broke the bottle, just to make the trick go over. I was to yell when the rat showed up, clapping my hand over my mouth, play sick a and rush out of the bottle all day and after a squeeze of everything looked safer when the show started. When Carl came on I was all primed up for my end of the job and I was ready to play the bottle. Carl got up on the stage and after taking his inquiry, broke the bottle and took out the big rat. I let out my yell shaped my hand over my mouth at the theater. It was justly warm with the theater that night and the heat making up with the supply of damp goods that had inhaled during the greater part of the reality, and before I was half the aisle I was distributing high-balls, glazes and soups all over the main room at the place. When this occurred all the time, Carl started to attack the carer of Carl's ratty hospitality added the general flow of seb-sickness. After the excitement was all over I met the manager of the theater. I asked him: "What do you sick with?" His reply was: "Naw, No, I sick as the looks of the cash box in the tick-off office." And judging from the manner in which the "gag" disbanded at the manager's illness didn't improve much during the balance of the engagement. K. OF P. ANNUAL BALL The Knights of Pythiah gave their annual ball on Christmas's night at the world-famous armory. Every one present got Christmas gift. It was a feature of a delightful dance by the famous Prof. Stewart's orchestra. Major R. R. Jackson and the entire staff was present and hundreds of uniform rank men, escorted by the band and sweethearts. The ball was a grand success. RUTH BOGER ENGAGED Aurora, Ill., Dec. 29.—Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Browne engaged with engagement of their daughter, Amy R. Charles Campbell Taylor, Chicago, Ill. The marriage will be solemnized Feb. 17. My Dear Mr. Tom, Pokeberry, Ala. I've设备 some time ago and got my application in for a job on the local Race newspaper. A few days later the editor sent for me and asked me what made me work for the race, and any use in that line of work. I spoke rightey to him that you said that was my field, and that you had (told me that I was in a class with Sylvester Russell as I was in the same class as you) you said that I was in He told me, that if I considered such stuff as that a recommendation I had better head north and let you fellows a better class as a sapi or a plain nutt. Enclosed you we had a short verse from my latest song entitled "So Long." The time has come when we must part, So long, Cinderella! This thing almost break my heart, So long, dear. I owe the lady where I ship. For three weeks' board and three weeks' flop. She's threatened to cut off my stop, So long, baby dear. Say, Mam, this song will sure make somebody more important. I can get Clarence Powell or some other great comedian with a sweet voice to introduce it I could see a great finish for both of us. Please use your influence this line and remember that my success comes ours. Your truly— Phelix Phednick. Reply—Dear Phelix. No matter what a rotten writer you are, I still insist that you are in my class. The above poem, however, convinces me that I have underestimated your ability in placing you in the same class as the sweet boy. Say, Mam, try to bird-try to stall you off to the north. While I am, in favor of the exquisite, I don't want to shoulder even the responsibility for you, with all your wit and poetic accomplishment. Youou MR. AND MRS. RIGGS ENTERTAIN Mr. and Mrs. Ed Riggs, formerly of Birmingham, Ala., living now at 3515 Calumet avenue, entertained a host of friends Christmas day. Those present include Mrs. and Mrs. Love, Mr. and Mrs. Charles, Mr. and Mrs. Meredith, formerly of 4590 Grand avenue, Birmingham, Ala.; Mr. and Mrs. Lee Northrip, Mr. Wm. Henry, Miss Nora Brewer, Mr. Turniphead and company, Mr. John Will, Mr. C. Rickman and company, Miss Irene Bickman and company, Trent, Mr. Richard Stevens, Mrs. Aldean Northrip, Miss Chouthes Tunstell, Miss Alice and Susie Tinstelle, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Tunstille, Miss Nora and company, Mr. Doe and David Clayton, Mr. G. Woolfok, Mr. U. S. Campbell, Mr. O. Curls and Mr. S. Buford. DETECTOR OF GENERAL HEALTH Mrs. Edna Moody of Belfast, Mish, is the guest of her mother, sister and daughter, Mrs. F. Williams, Mrs. J. H. Harris and Miss Helena Moody, 22 E. Forty-fourth street, for ten days. A KOTE OR TWO Part of the Dorchester Inn Entertainers took part in the program at a banquet tendered to Maclay Hayne, Chili cook and host of the Hiatus Hotel. Last night, day night. It was a smoker and those on the program were Chas and Ike Young, Leon Diggs, Don Cosby, Robinson and Ike Young. The historian was greatly delighted when he received the present of a fine gold coin of great width and thickness from Mr. R. S. Abbott, publisher and owner of the World's Greatest Holiday Book. A the Christmas card from Davis & Walker, vaudeville's busiest feature act, struck the old roll-top desk from Portsmouth, N. H., where they are located. The kind of greetings came usual. The kind of greetings came from Ladoy & Young, who are stopping all shows at Danville, Va. Davies & Stafford, who are featured with Puss Burlesque Co. on the big wheel, are at the Gaiety, Detroit, this week. Copeland & Tayton and their Dining Car Girls are at Minnesota, Minn., this week, and doing one. The car & cocktail are at Wheeling and East Lakesport, Ohio, splitting the present week. Hot. Philip Giles is resting after a big wine reception at the New York The Rajah & Co. theater. Downtown week. The act is proving a real sensation all along the line. Some act. Hattie Machotosh-King is slowly reeling. Perrin & Sandifer are at the Crystal theater. St. Joe, Mo., and are doing line. According to a newspaper clipping sent they are considered the best novel ever working. The Chinese character is the first, ever seen on the time and is going over with the usual hang. The Bowie T. Washington theater is at Louis, Mo., and the reports are more than favorable. The Griffin Sisters, who came to Chicago to attend the funeral of their friend, are at Bowie, last week, returned to their store, pany, in Hittsburg, on Saturday. Floral offerings were sent by Mr. and Mrs. Coin Howard, Mrs. Fanny Wilson and others. Perrin & Sandifer are playing over the Interstate time and are at St. Joe, Mo. The Musical Miller Family are splitting the present week between the Grand and the Chicago theaters. Chicago. They were a big-hit in St. Joseph, Mich. last week. A. W. Greer of the team of Greer & Delaner, who has had to retire from the show business on account of poor health, and who spent the Christmas holidays in Chicago returned to his home in Detroit last Tuesday. Talon & Green are cleaning up for everything at McCickers. J. Berni Farbour has invited the old erite to attend private earthquake one night this week. Berni and his company have been having a great season and were in town last week. He arrives home on Wednesday. A line Christmas card from Mr. and Mrs. Billy King hit the old roll-top desk after days ago. It is thought that Billy and the madame will soon be leaving over the big time as soap as Miss Jackson, the vocalist, is able to travel. GIRLS RECEIVE SANTA AT "Y" GIRLS RECEIVE SANTA AT "Y" Miss Edna Cook, secretary of the Young Women's Christian Association, the young women's interesting program for the night Christmas eve. The carols were accompanied by Miss Miller, Miss Bessie Goodwin, violin; Miss Earl Gibson, cornetist. Each of the "Y" family was rescheduled. High school girls will be accompanied by Bertha Moseley and Miss Cook to one of the downtown theaters. On Monday, Jan. 1, the girls will receive their friends. go and see that editor once more and when you go submit one of your verses to him, I am sure that the result will be such as will fix it so that I will never be able to write again. I can see now that these editors are very much the same the world over. They seem to hate to encourage men with ability, but satisfy themselves by allowing a lot of Hams like myself to utilize experience that could better be occupied in writing. They are attachment or a good blood and thunder story, by some prolific writer like Billy E. Jones. The story carried in these lines of your savors of personal experience and I would fear to submit them to you. But the experience that he was hurrying with the late Riep Pringle Mintzels aggregation at the time of its demise last season. Try your hand again, but can the board bill stuff, as if he is a deterring tone all along the happe he has seen to you, and if you find a whole new set of more substantial than poetical effusions and blues the next time you communicate. Editor. WANTED Names and Address of Owners of VICTROLAS of All Makes Address A B, Chicago Defender 3159 State Street PAGE CHURCH CLUBS and SOCIETIE Clubs must be in this office by 4 o'clock Tuesdays. They must be sent to the Club Editor, Chicago Defender, and must not be put on postcards. The Smart Set Whist club met Dec. 22 at the home of Miss A. Brannon 821 St. Stanley, Chicago. Miss A. Brannon was served, and the session closed, to meet at the home of Mrs. A. McMullen 4555 Walsh avenue, Friday. Miss A. Brannon, secretary and housekeeper, next Monday night, Jan. 1, 1915. Mrs. Vance's, 3291 Dearborn street, second flat. New officers for 1917. President, Mrs. Schoepple Mason, President, Mrs. Schoepple Mason, Mrs. J. Hobson 3529 Federal street; secretary, Mrs. Erna Clark, 3248 Dearborn street; chapman, Mrs. Rachel Quin, 3248 Dearborn street, second flat; financial secretary, John C. Nance, 3249 Dearborn street. The Lincoln Saving League meet at Mrs. Alice Vance, 321 Dearborn street, Monday night, Dec. 25, J. C. Vance, reporter. The Baptist Congress meet Thursday at Eleanor Baptist church. Thursday at Eleanor and Dearborn streets. At this meeting the annual report of the various departments were made, Mrs. Eve Hopper and most of the principal officers twelve months. For three months of the new year the congress will meet on the west side and Oak Park. The Eureka Fine Art club was catered to the artists of its president, Mrs. Else Norris, 325 La Salle street. The Baptist Missionary Union will meet on Monday, Jan. 22, at Antioch Baptist church, 523d State street. The Church Aid of the Baptist Missionary Union will meet on the residence of the president, Mrs. Ella Harvey, 629 Aberdeen street. The Federated organizations held their first meeting of the Rotary Settlement Movement last Sunday. The 2:20 p.m. meeting of the Federated Federal street. The object is to have heart-to-heart talks with those of many of whom have recently come to Chicago and do not understand the changed conditions. At Doulass Center, Dec. 31, at 4 p. m., Mrs. George Furzer, a well known reader in the city, will read a book on Christmas and join Jan. 2, at 2:30 p., the Center Womans' Club meets for program and unfinished business. Mrs. Louise Waller, president, will present a gift to the Children's Aid. All five ticket holders for the Christmas benefit who have not reported are requested to do so. The children's Christmas party for the story class laundry room will be held on Jan. 10, was well attended and much enjoyed. Dr. Mary Waring, president. The Gilles Charity Club, with headquarters at 3600 Wabash Avenue, apartments in the building, will stand in placing and generally assisting the new comers from the South. At each meeting many cases are reported and the officers are constantly engaged in meeting them. Mme. Ekeza Carter, president. The thirty-first prescene meeting of BERT WILLIAMS A review of the Ziefeld Follies would hardly interest my readers, but what Ashton Stevens, dramatic critic for the Chicago Enquirer, has to say about the follies of his book, *Wrecking the Write-up by apologizing for being late with his copy, exhilarating to the printer that the delay was occasioned by his waiting to hear Bert Williams sing his songs, the show having started one hour before. "Bert Williams is so closely mixed up with the past, present and future of the Follies that not to have waited for him would have been like leaving 'Humplet' in the room of a loquacious loquency. He sang 'Prosperity,' which is sophical, and 'O How She Could Yack, Hackt, Wackt, Wackt, Woo,' which is near, oh, dangerously near, Hawaiian, and it's a Wonderful Place,' which for Bert Williams, nearly attained with the Chicago Book, nearly attained with the Chicago Book, and mentions many names that usually follow the colon in the society column. "No, of Mr. Williams' songs is another 'Nobody,' but they are better than he had last year," he said, them, characterizes them, Yvette Gulberts them as only Bert Williams can." THE B. T. WASHINGTON St. Louis, Mo. Dec. 23—one of the best shows of the season is being shown the patrons of the Booker T. Washington this week. The Booker Russell Company is the only vehicle. "The Happiest Night in Dixie" is the capacity at both matinee and night performance. The entire company is exceptionally strong and the dialogue, singing and dancing is so far above the ordinary that to be the best agent in declaring this to be the best season, this is the season, "Speedy," the feature comedian, is an old St. Louis favorite, having been seen here many times in the press. The company is exceptionally strong and the all pretty and the cast is well drilled. The menting going through from start to finish at high speed. Many classy features are among the photo-play offerings durings the week and Mr. Turpin is giving its patrons the best of everything proximate in the play, the appointment, being rewarded with capacity attendance—J. M. Bateman, Sb. Corr. FLAT FOR SALE See that hot today, between I and 4. A modern baths, good light, central location. 3338 Forest avenue; enry terms. W. V. Jefferson, Douglas 6106. THE WORLD'S LEADING NEGRO PUBLISHERS OF POPULAR MUSIC for piano, band, orchestra, plaster piano and photography. Your family or friends would applaud their LIFE RECORDS for plasterography as a Christmas gift. Send 10 envelopes for our latest hits, "Snake Moon" by the Cattailahoodie River. Send for our show by the Cattailahoodie River. and price list of the latest numbers of BLUES, by PACE & HANDY MUSIC GO. WE WISH U A HAPPY NEW YEAR AND INVITE YOU TO DANCE WITH US THE FIRST WEDNESDAY NITE IN 1917, JANUARY 3RD SPECIAL This Adv. and 15c Admits You. ARCADIA CLASS MASONIC HALL FORTIETH AND STATE STREETS, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS P. D. MADIGAN & CO. INC 31st Street, corner Forest Avenue One Biock East of Indiana Avenue Phone Douglas 195 OPEN EVENINGS Phone Douglas 909 JANUARY CLEARING SALE A. Winner of Diamond Brooch at the Bethel Seventh Annual Literary Essay Contest, Dec. 17. the second ward, with headquarters at the Old Soldiers Winds' Rest on Forest Avenue, gave the residents a Christmas party, a presentation of their hospitality, as the house allocated to the club's use. They had a pleasant time, with Miss Mattie Maller on the piano, Mrs. Beatrice Miller, dent. The Ohio Club held its last meeting on Thursday, Dec. 28, at the home of Mrs. Ellen Brown. Election of officers was addressed of the meeting, installation of officers in F. I., Mrs. Gerald Witheres, president; Miss Lillian Brown, secretary. The University Society elected officers for this last meeting for the ensuing half year. Dill, president-elect, has great hopes for future. Friends are urged to attend the lectures on "Comparative Religion." Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 23.—For the first time in the history of the university, the Ohio State University, located in this city, has selected a member of the university's debating team for this year. This student, who won the national title in George A. Dorsay, a senior in the College of Arts. When it is considered that the Ohio State University has enrolled more than five thousand white students in its hope coming to West Virginia, our students are confident that our society fairly won the honor. The Ohio University debating team is scheduled to debate with the Cornell University team and the Wisconsin University team and defend the affirmative of the subjects: "Resolve" That the United States Should Adopt Compulsory Military Service." EMANCIPATION CELEBRA- TION AT QUINN CHAPFI According to their regular custom, the Negro Fellowship League will celebrate the Emancipation Proclamation Sunday at Quinn chapel at 3 p. m. Hon. Eugene Marshall and Congressman-Elect-William Mason will be the speakers. BENEFIT MATINEE DANCE The Women's Aid and the Necessity Club will give a matinee dance Monday afternoon, Jan. 1, 1917, from 2 to 6 p.m. Admission 22 cents, Mrs. A. W. Willingham, Women's Aid; Mrs. Margaret Anderson, president Necessity Club. Good music. CHRISTMAS PROGRAM BENDED CHRISTMAS PROGRAM RENDERED Humphison Institute, Dec. 25--Christmas music at the school was very good. "About the Glad Tailings" was the opening number by the school. A male solo, choruses and the Halloween dance, was on the program. "The Is King of the Kings," a plantation number, was the closing chorus. Dr. Frissel was highly pleased with the singing. WE WISH U A HA AND INVITE YOU TO DANCE WITH US THE FIRST WEDNESDAY NIN IN 1917, JANUARY 3RD ARCADIA C FORTIETH AND STATE STR P. D. MADIGA 31st Street, corner One Block East of Phone Douglas 195 OPEN EV JANUARY CLE COATS All our $20.00 Coats, Janu- ary Clearance Sale $12.50 price at ..... All our Coats formerly priced up to $36.50, this $21.85 sale at .... ```markdown ``` Dr. George L. Robbins Biblical literature, at M ological college, Lexington county, at Grace Presi he has traveled in the and pictures that he they were shown on the most in person, who is a student mick college, introduced the church choir, under Pedro Tinsley - reader Christmas music, one the present of Mr. "Fizz" Pollard,工 on the All-Americans by He was introduced by Bl Mr. Pollard, who is happy with this city in extending b and the regret that come to his train, which was the Saturday afternoon did not splendid impression, might warm reception. After the Eartha Mosse, the preside he met all old and friends, cum sum of executive church as a Christmas to Mrs. Helen Jackson, the dividual charity was among PROVIDENT HOSPITA XMAS TREE AND "Old Santa Claus came to on Christmas Eve. A huey coat and a fully W with red and green buttons. Early in the evening, nurses had put their socks to tucked them away neatly, the nurse Warlick welcomed the three Warick welcomed the three the prettiest trees that the school has had for a number There were "good fellows" that these nurses. Some men that these nurses when shouted neglected during the day were: William Cowan, Tenman J Cozade, J. Bina, Oscar De Besson, J. Camp, Nate Caldwell Milburn, Dr. J. Campbell and Smith in blood were: Ibanez in Christmas program was rendernurses was carried back to the days. One nurse received a coat, also gloves and handkerchiefs and night the nurses gave a dance in Freer Home. All the late song were played and the nurses amused and happy and gay, and two-steped and visted their sweethearts and friend all danced to their heart's contour was one delightful evening for the sweetest angels of health." The wish was contributed to their happiness extend "A Happy New Year to PRES. LOVINGGOOD DU CHICAGO DEFENDER NEWS SERVIC Austin, Tex. Dec. 29, Prof. K. S ingood, president of Samuel Ho ingood, president of Samuel Ho due to Rights' disunity. Death had been a sufferer for some time, was born in South Carolina and att ed Clark University. For years, graduated he published the Atti- tle, and became prime of a school in Birmingham. He was elected president of the Sax Houston College, and under his ad istration the school has been very effective. As an educator he was widely known as a "messenger" was author of *The Press* and held in high esteem, but he wo prejudice to combat, but he wo success in this section. Prof. Praesler will be the acting preside d of a preside with the Precision's Ald Board, climat, Ohio. WEDDING ANNOUNCED WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT The engagement of Miss Funice I. Ellis, Chicago, to Mr. Charles H. Hunter, New York, was announced at a birthday party the party was given in honor of Mr. Hunter. The marriage will take place some time in early spring. PHYLLIIS WHEATLEY OPENS HOUSE The Phyllis Wheatley Home Association will hold a dinner on the home, 225, Rhodes avenue, on New Year's day, Jan. 1, 1917, from 2 o'clock to 10 p.m. The public is cordially invited. JTICE rapid increase of The's circulation and the teaching the people not only, it is necessary that that news matter laws. Dec. 29.—One of the most successful business is H. E. Bradden, son of the proponent of the Cafe and Cafe in South Rampart street. He is taking a course in city preparatory to better pitching him to commercial life. He is full of energy and enterprise and university course young Bradden is destined to become a power in the city. The December is always on sale at the Astoria Hotel and Cafe of the best people top and always call for vership of St. James' A. M. together with the ministers of the Inter-Methodist Altered a grand reception to Dr. E. Waltham, grand ovation at the inter-Alliance, with a welcome ad- vance. L. J. Wilson, upon whose wise eldest present of the A. M. E. Alliance, with wi- ds. Dr. G. B. Billops, J. H. Hope, G. B. Iyengan, E. Brooks, W. E. Eaton, A. Thomas B. Hall, New York, city recently abroad the S. S. of the United States, investigate our new agenda, and 909 Howard avenue. Mrs. burg, wife of St. James' pass- rived in the city recently to the faculty of the option by the Willing Workers' the Mite Missionary Society, more and Mrs. J. Scott, pres- sident. Porter Lyman, in the holy bodies of matri- st. St. James' A. M. E. church re- the pastor in presence of a address. Miss. fiss.; M. Cally, Lyman, Miss.; her, Sargier, Miss.; H. Wilson, Ga.; V. Brooks, Indianapolis, Sargier, Miss.; the Chicago hotel recently while over in the city. James L. 2828 Thalia street, celebrated anniversary of his residence re- served here. Misses A. L. Washington, M.S. & Dennette, N. B. Stiggs, J.W.S. and Mrs. W. G. Gilbert, 7. Moret, A. Inussey, W. G. Gilalvered the welcome address, was received with gratitude. * 11. Inchard, secretary of the agency, ed prizes as follows: Mrs. C. A. first senior prize, one Rhodesia and ring; V. Jones, second senior one scarfpin and necktie; M. J. as, third senior prize, two pair of Master C. H. Loeb, first junior one pair shoes; Master A. Loeb, 4 junior prize, one pearl ring; Miss. Percy Davis, third junior prize, a bomb and brush. After the distribution of prizes a joyous request was by the cook, and Bro. F. Wilde the pioneer news agent, entered the boys with a series of warmed an and member of Garden I. K. P., who has wided college and into society, with education with us on our success, Jor- l St. Franklin street, is spending day vacation at Oakley, Miss. * W. K. Hopes, wife of Rev. W. K. wished, spent his states at St. Martinville, La. * Miss E. Blanchard, 2106 Carondell street, ent her vacation at Albermarle, La. long relatives. * R. Barge, of Cloves, F. Lee, Nashville, Tenn. * F. Lee, Nashville, Tenn. * Cunningham, Turrell Springs, Ala., were in the city at the city hotel. * H. Simmons, Birmingham, A. B. Tate, Washington; F. C. Ball, W. Z. Wilters, "Chil- dren," in the city in the city recently at the Pulham Porters Retreat over their respective lines. By Mrs. J. K. Martyn Hammond, La. Dec. 29.—The concert at the public school was a decided success, under the auspices of Prof. J. H. Moss, Miss M. L. Karsdale and Mrs. I. K. Martyn, pianist, in her Miss Eibelyn Middied Dummies. * The local trustee board of the public school met last Friday night and elected three MADAME NEWELL THE ORIGINAL HAIR GROWER ```markdown ``` own as the world's best hair cut- list, the only one known to have the from birth of growing your hair, treats the scalp by impressions, roughly diagnoses and uses her derful Jickey Process. No hair- royer can remain when the scalp reated with the Jickey Process. Treating she measures the th of your hair. Then four weeks she measures the hair again, you can see for yourself whether hair is growing or not. She uses you results after the first 's treatment. So confident is she wonderful gift that God has of growing your hair, she in gold to anyone proving less to fall to grow your sections are followed. complete treatment of hv mall, $2.09. to letters unless company name. exel 1744 By J. J. Kane N. D. Abbeville, La., Dec. 23. —Mr. and Mrs. Charles Goodie leave to spend some time with his mother at Houston, Tex. * Brought by Mr. and Mrs. Nouch Catalon taught brought by Mr. and Mrs. J. Kane gave a lunchroom Dec. 22. * Mrs. Goodie's departure. The following were guests: Mrs. Y. Cole, * Brought by Mrs. L. M. Douglas, Mo. Moore, H. Thomas, * Brought by L. Larnase, E. W. Jones, J. Jones, O. Moss, E. W. Murphy, R. Robertson, A. Perry. * Miss Louise M. Molton, the assistant to the West Lake Normal and Industrial School some spending the holidays. * Mrs. Coles visit her mother and sister. * Mrs. Samuel Jones Jr. is visiting relatives in Houston, Tex. Will spend time with her, who will remain in school. * Mrs. Jane Molton left to visit Galveston, Tex. Baton Rouge, La. Dec. 23.—The American Federation of Labor, Local 14944, Dec. 5, which resulted in election Tuesday, Dec. 8, to the House. Joseph seph. president; Thomas H. Ridley, vice president; Joseph Landry, corresponding secretary; Thomas H. Ridley, vice president; Joseph Landry, corresponding secretary; T. A. Walker, M. D. treasurer; Charles Burrow, labor agent and marshal; Thomas Burrow, colleague; chapman; Thomas E. Lowe, officer; Rowe, inner guard. On the night of election second week between local members and rendered valuable service and gave us excellent advice. The orator is continuing our financial members and is continuing valuable service and gave us excellent advice. The orator is on the Gold Forks' Home were recruited for Thanksgiving day by a committee of members left at the home. The committee was formed to furnish the minutes of the home with five barrels of coal as a Christmas gift. *Dr. George W. Thompson*, an outspoken among us, after an absence of more than a year, turned to spend the Yuleide with his father George Thompson Sr. The doc. chairman accompanied him. He is a prominent practitioner of medicine at Mount Vernon, N.Y. By Val Mathews Boston Route, La. Dec. 29-A Grand musical was given on Dec. 21 for the benefit of Color Carrier, who has been on the sick list for more than five years, Golden Lack Lodge No. 8272, G. I. G. of O. F., held its annual election of officers Thursday night, Dec. 21. The following brothers were elected: John Nelson, P. S.; Noah Brown, W. T.; Burley Hubbard, W. C.; Jordan Jenkins, Adv. Lawrence Williams, N. F.; Jake Alex, P. N. F.; Edward Jackson, N. G.; Sesar Piper, E. S.; Val Mathews, V. G.; Robert Tyler, P. N. G. District Grand Master E. V. Barance was present on his official visit. He delivered an able address, encouraging the members greatly. Dist. Grand Secretary Henry Andrews was present also and delivered an able address. The waiters and buss boys of the Istraum presented their chiefly in a beautiful Christmas present. JUDGE FISHER COMPELS BONDS MAN TO REFUND GIRL'S MONKEY Judge Harry M. Fischer, sitting in the muni-mural court, a branch of the municipal court, has been appointed by the boudman to refund a girl's money, which he previously paid to the boudman as a fee for her release. The boudman stated that he would not interfere with the girl's police interrogation, the boudman that he must give the girl, who is a member of the Race, all the money she has received, and wanted her to open court, but an illustration of the fairness is indicated by the conduct of his honor in dealing with inquiries in this branch of the muni-mural court. FALLS FROM 3-STORY BUILDING Cincinnati, Ohio, Dec. 29—100 Carrert, 322 East Seventh Street, fell through a three-story building Monday morning and broke both ankles and grazed his PELLAGRA, RHEUMATISM, BLOOD, LIVER AND KIDNEYS A great and wonderful discovery and a blessing to suffering humanity. It is a compound of NATURES remedies for diseases, and is the greatest help for Pregnancy. Lumbago, Selation, Scollagia, Syphilis, Scroffa, Eczema, Indulgence, Malaria and various stomach troubles. It has helped thou-ands is recommended by physicians. Apnea is suffering from severe abdominal disease, illness arising from bad blood ows it to himself to give its remedy a trial. Write me for testimials from the hundreds of people it has helped. Sold by ball drills of seven 0 for bottle preamail. One bet-buaranteed to breaf you or money ided. BARROW' IS SUGGESTED Manufacturers' News Would Go Clear Back to Primitive if Tubes Were Abolished "Shall we deliver mail by wheelbarrows?" sarcastically demands the Manu- ufacturer's association, in a humble editorial effort to prevent the abolishing of the pneumatic tube mail service in Chicago, New York, Boston, Philadelphia and New York. "Unless these cities can bring con- tains to a realization of the benefits of prior mail service, this expedition way says the mailing will be abolished on the recommendation of the Postoffice De- partment." The purpose is to save money. The tube service costs less than $600,000 a year in New York and less than $170,000 a year in Chicago. The editorial continues. "Has the mail service of Chicago, for instance, improved during the past four years, only 1 per cent of the mail is handled by the tubes made a single progressive recommendation?" Has the mail service generally improved? Suppose it is true that the tubes made a single progressive eight millions of letters daily through the postal precarious tubes in Chicago, is not the service worth what it costs? Those automobiles is it the service worth what it costs? Are we are going backward, why not get a wheel-barrow? "The mail carried in the tubes is the mail demanded immediate attention is the mail in which important business is transacted. The cities that demand this service are the cities that produce the revenue for the Postollce Department." SUNFLOWER STATE DISCOURTEOUS CLERKS A drug store on the opposite corner caters to our trade and runs a branch postoffice. "One of the defender responders there for three money orders. The other for one and passed it to him. When asked if he owned of blanks he handed more out. After the order blank was filled out the clerk paid no attention to the customer, but putting them in off a big batch and putting them in a drawer. When the reporter complained to go to the postoffice on Indiana avenue if he was in a hurry. Those bid differences will not be tolerated. Of the race, and unless owners of those businesses see that customers are politely businesses, they will be shunned in the near future. The Blue Grass State Louisville, Ky. Dec. 29.—Morris Taylor, who is a student at Depauv University, in Indiana, is the guest of his mother and family during the holidays. J. Everett Harris, Fisk University, is spending the holidays with his parents, Rev. and Mrs. E. G. Harris, & Prof. Alwood S. Wilson, Bowling Green, Ky. High school, is enjoying the holidays with his parents and friends. & Miss E.S. & Schaefer and friend, Miss Bowling, who are engaged in teaching at Kuex Institute, Athens, Ga., are spending their vacation with Mrs. Susie Schaefer. & Prof. and Mrs. Wm. H. Perry and mother have as their guest for the Christmas season their son, Prof. Wm. H. Perry Jr., who is a teacher in the high school of Clarksville, Tenn. & Mr. and Mrs. Albert Watkins, Pythian theater, have returned from a pleasure visit to their home in Nashville, Tenn. & Rev. Ferguson is in the east on a visit. MRS. STUDYMIRE DIES Mrs. Clara Studynie, 44, Kew Thirty-second street, wife of John H. Studynie and niece of Mrs. Harietta P. Lee, M.D., at Hammersmith hospital, 234 Ellis Avenue. She had not been well for some time. Her death was a great surprise to her husband, friends. She married twenty-one years ago from Abbrevice S. She connected herself with Grace Prelude church and had served faithfully. She was president of the way, and chairman of the Pythillis Wheatley. She was a member of Lady Ellott circle. Iow. was Jackson officiated at the funeral. The choir of the church rendered appropriate donations. The body was interred at Oakleaves to mourn her loss a husband and one son. John Knox, 18 years old. MRS. STEWART PASSES AWAY Mrs. Maria Stewart, 315 State Street bay, Saturday morning at 1 a.m. She was burying the jouse tuesday morning at 11:00 a.m. Clock. C. Anderson, Quinn Chap. chr. of- flicted. She was born at eight years, and she became the mother for twenty-five years. She became the mother of Mrs. Lizzie Mitchel and Joe Topp, gom- mother of Mrs. Charles Huckey. She was buried in Lincoln Memorial, FENDER WITH THE WAVERINES Owing to the rapid increase of The Chicago Defender's circulation and the necessity of us reaching the people not later than Saturday, it is necessary that correspondents see that news matter reaches us Tuesdays. Detroit, Mich. Dec. 25—Bert Williams closed a two weeks' stand at the bettrot, the first in Zieboldt's series. Dec. 25, being the start in Zieboldt's series, was only booked for one week, but the house was entirely sold out on the first day. The owner sold the suite. The manager of the Opera House was named for a second weeks' engagement which was sold out shortly after the announcement. On Jan. 7, Tuesday night, Detroit Business Men's and Musicians' club, and it was a grand affair, winding business men and musicians. Detroit Business Men's and Musicians' club of 35 progressive members of the Race of bettrot. The club rooms were just four, and are located at 217-192-21 E. Adaway. The last three buildings, a club house, including dining rooms, which are open at all hours, and a lobby with lady friends, a garage and billiard room, a dormitory, which has a large waiting list for rooms. String Rings was also the subject endorsed Mr. Williams and the manager, and we will speak more about this progressive club in the next issue. * On Thursday, Detroit Business Men's club, Cabinations gave a forward seat to High Chalmers, the retiring president. Knowing that Mr. Bert Williams was in attendance called on him to furnish amusement for them, which was highly appreciated. Battle Creek, Mich., Dec. 29—Quarterly meeting at M. A. E. church last Sunday was well intended. Rev. Dean, preacher, was well present. Rev. M. A. Guyus had given up his position at Post Tavern. He is employed at Toasted Corn Foliage. so. *Miss Margaret Richardson* and *Miss Martha Gayus* have come Tuesday to work in A. H. Stove Co. plant. *Mr. and Mrs. John Ford have good positions in the building, with retail and white, contractor and builder, went to Indianapolis Friday on business and to spend the holidays with retail. Mr. and Mrs. John Ford will return soon. *Mr. and Mrs. David Sanders spent Christmas holiday. Will return soon. *Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Decker, accompanied by parents, of Marcellus, went Monday to Jackson as guests of Rev. George, of the Church of the Nativity. Will return to Clifford Marshall of Detroit and Allen Brown and Fred McGrew of Chicago spent Christmas with relatives. *Mr. and Mrs. George Towles have guests of Mr. H. Holmes Jones. NOTICE By Mrs. T. P. Wright Benton Harbor, Meth. Dec. 29 Sarah Taylor of 187 Bott street stained Christmas for Mr. and George McGee of 187 Eighth street and Moore of 187 Eighth street a Fannie B. Daughtery and Char- ardson, out of town guests. If Foston is sick she will be the pastor, for the pastor, Henderson and his sister tari- ther mother, Mrs. Ellen Hend Wortcott, Meth. during West, president. *Mr. and Mrs. T. D. Huckley visited their daughter, Mrs. Alice Moore and son Erys, then in days with friends and relatives. *Rev. Crier is suffering with a gripe. *Mr. and Mrs. Crier entertained at a week-end house party Mrs. Della Richardson and sons, Charles and Louis; also Mr. and Mrs. Crier entertained at a week-end house party Mrs. Della Richardson and sons are returning to Chicago for the holidays. Out in Morgan Park Out in Morgan Park Savanna, Ga., Dec. 29—Wilbur Kinsley was burned to death last Wednesday in his sleep near the courtyard on fire while sleepy his mother member of the Race Kinsley and another member of the Race Kinsley miles from this town and they built a fire to keep them warm, during the fire, to keep them safe and he run into the woods with them, when Pollen resembled him he was dead. QUIN GROWS REMOVES QUINA THE IDEAL QUINA IMPLEMENTED SHAVING SEE BY DRUG COMPANY The Guarantee 25 Years' Experience Original Indian WILL POSITIVELY GROW to out of one traditions Gadget. It restores selling out, and keeps it healthy. Beauty Shop AGENTS IN John Eddy, Stat and State S Lest 410 Wakefield, Coventry 54th and State Streets, Chin Two Slices, 26 and MANU. Mrs. Mary J. E. Parke, 471 CAPELINE RADRIZATO It is saponineous, cleanses, removes with only one application, is wonder original condition when washed. Capeline is easily applied. Straight proves your appearance. 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Straightens short as well as long hair, and improves your appearance. Send $1.00 for large bottle. One bottle will last a year. Send 2c stamp for information. No C. O. D. orders sent. Order a bottle and be convinced. [Made in England by the Master of the Arts in the University of Cambridge] IES' R. S. & B. PROFULA, LUMBAGO AND E. Price $1.00 a bottle. Manufactured S REMEDY COMPANY Lled. 3115 C People's Drug Store 5. Central Reliable Druggist. S. Sta R. S. & B. R. RADE MARK LA, LUMBAGOI AND BLOOD REMEDY 100 a bottle. Manufactured and sold by REMEDY COMPANY, Inc. 3115 Ct. RAL AVE., CLEVELAND, O. Drug Store 5 Central Ave., Cleveland, O. Druggist 5 S. State Street, Chicago By W. H. Crackett GUARANTEED Rome, Ga., Dec. 29.—Mrs. Sallie Johnson of Summerville was in Roma shopping this week. "Miss Emma Gibson was in Atlanta this week shopping." The Metropolitan M. E. church has a new pastor, Rev. P. H. Travis. Also a new district superintendent, Rev. E. H. Burns. Mrs. Mary Buffington Brown died Dec. 17. "Mr. Elbert Sanders died Dec. 17." Prof. O. W. Curtis was in Chattanooga this week on business. Mrs. Recie Paga Woofford, motored to Rome from Chattanooga. Miss Mary Dent is visiting in Chattanooga. Mrs. Josie Harris has returned to her home in Chicago, after visiting relatives in Rome and Calhoun. "Dr. R. J. Johnson, dentist, is building a $4,000 bungalow, corner Ross and Broad streets." Mr. and Mrs. Isam Jones is visiting in Atlanta and Milledgeville. The famous Williams Singers are dated for the Auditorium Jan. 2. "Mr. N. T. Thomas was called to his home in Macon, Miss. by the serious illness of his mother." A year's subscription of the Chicago Defender would be a good Christmas gift. STATE LIBRARIAN A VISITOR Weston, W. Va., Dec. 22.—Fred Ray, New Martinville, W. Va., is spending the holidays with his brother, James Ray, and wife, on Town Run, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Lacey, are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gribsey at Kitsonville this week. "Russell Perkins and sister, Mrs. Maud Johnson, have returned from Wheeling, where they spent two days visiting Creed Smith and wife," c.r. Mason Bailey was in town Friday to spend Thirernas with his mother, Mrs. Emma Bailey. "Miss Gay Ross, Pittsburgh, is visiting her, Mrs. Lige Henry, at Halesville this week," Thomas Grant was at Wheeling last week on business, "Prof. L. O. Wilson, state Bhorarian of Charleston, W. Va., is spending the holidays here the house guest of Mrs. Betty Johnson on Town Run." Miss Maud Tyler, hair dresser of Buckhannon, was in town Friday and Saturday, the guest of friends. "Oley Grant, Halesburg, was in our city Friday evening for two hours the guest of his father, Uncle G. W. Grant." Calvin Robinson, Fairmount, W. Va., spent the holidays with his wife, Nancy Robinson, Mr. Robinson is in business at that city. Later his wife will join him. "Rossoe Martin, Sutton is visiting friends here this week." SHOPMAN INJURED Macon, Ga., Dec. 29,—El Lance, an employee of the Georgia Southern & Southern Hospital in a section condition as the result of an injury received when one of the shops hit which he was working in the shops hit which he was working. His condition remains unchanged. STRAIGHTENS THE MOST RICID AND STUBBORN HAIR Makes It Pliable, Soft Natural and Easily Combed Trunks, Cases and Fibre Works REPAIRING A SPECIALTY 3212 South State St. CHICAGO, ILL. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 NEEDS INVESTIGATING The clerk of the superior cook court is respectively invited to visit the court. Patterson, a clerk in the room of judge Denis E. Sullivan, Patterson is, without doubt, the most discontented clerk who served on the court. His insignificance and overbearing manner give the impression that he unencustomed to the exercise of even smallest audits and of the general policy (forced to appeal to him, is that an ignorant and conceived acetic straw boss in a backward age and his backward mind, not given give a decent answer can possibly avoid it. Just why t public and the lawyers have tolerant this man Patterson to act as a clerk contact with the judge in the theory that the judge is indifferent about the services they render the public and of the man and courtesy which their employees show to patrons in the court of the politics of this man Patterson is, but whatever his politics are Republican or democratic, the man clerk of the court would care to it that his office longer misrepresented by the competent and discontented conduct Mr. Patterson. 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O. order and a jar will be delivered to your address by parent of the child no agents. Mrs. Lola E. Grayson, 3428 Vernon Ave. Phone Douglas 7120. TRY IT! Prescription "100" for Kidney, Bladder and all Urinary Troubles Do You Want to Be Beautiful? USE IVORE CREME It Removes Tain, Freckles, Blotches and Positively Lightens the Complexion FOR SALE AT LA BASTIDE'S DRUG STO 3702 South State Street Telephone your order we de to any part of the city. DOUGLAS 616 and 617. JUDYMATI Your Rooms Vacant? Sure they have been—because a person ranting a good room does not walk along the treet and look for "Room to Rent" signs the window. TO RENT JESON AVE. - ON A CAR and a 7-room flat. WILL rent eily; 1-room flat; gas light; bath and toilet. $15.00. See ES. 305 E. 65TH ST. $30.00 AM-HRATED, BEAUTIFUL G. G. $40. 3412 Vernon ave. Apply . 3415 Vernon ave. Auto 79-525. JST AND FOUND CETPOOK AND BRACELET IN 34th store, $144 State st., or between 34th ., on state st. Finder will get liberal returning to $144 Wabush ave., 2nd dat. glass $132. $0 HELP WANTED 'LED - MAID FOR HOUSEWORK. GOOD tion for right party. Inquire at 214 Wa- ve. Phone Calumet 851. S. SCHWARTZ. FOR SALE 5810 Lafayette Avenue Two-story residence, on brick and concrete foundation, newly painted; 30-foot lot: only $2,200; $200 cash and $25 a month. H. J. Coleman & Co. 4729 S. State Street Tel. Oakland 36 NOTICE TO AGENTS "In Memoriam" and "Cards of Thanks" sent in with your correspondence must be accompanied by a money order for $1.50. R. S. Abbott, Editor. How About This?—For nearly three years I worked as maid for one of the leading families of Athens. There were seven in the family, and it was like rolling an eye tooth to get as much as 7.75 per week for my services. They were always entertaining and would keep me busy from morning until night. I was inspected every morning, and unless the perfection of tidiness I was reprimanded. At times it would be deated as 8 o'clock at night when I left their home, and they never gave me as much as a handkerchief the entire time I was with them. My rent was 75 cents per week and I carried two sick and accident policies, besides church dues and other little things, to say nothing of my clothes and shoes. I had a brother who helped me for a while. I asked them for more money and they refused, saying that was all any of the rest of the people paid in Athens. THE MAN WHO KNOWS: WHO CAN: W. Allison Swoency 3250 Vernon Ave. Chicago, Ill. a glittering publicist, writer of prose and poetry, whose eloquence rolls like an avalanche, sweeping everything before it. "DR. M. A. MAJORB, Chicago, Ill." HAVE LETTERS of FRIENDSHIP YOU: LOVE BUSINESS ESSAYS PAPERS ADDRESSES SPEECHES SERMONS EDITORIALS TOASTS POEMS maintenance and for milk production. Such feeding will maintain practically a uniform weight. Roughness is the first important consideration in feeding cows. A cow is not contented unless her stomach is full. She should always have all the roughness that she will clean up and then the amount of grain she receives should be regulated by the amount of milk produced. A dry cow in good condition should be fed roughness only, and does not need any grain. In feeding grain to milk producing cows the following rule may be used, and is found to work fairly well: Feed 1 pound of grain for each 2 pounds or pints of milk produced. A Jersey cow producing very rich milk may need a little more grain than the amount given. FARMERS WILL STUDY Providing for thirty-one different subjects directly related to farming, winter courses in agriculture to be opened by the College of Agriculture at the Ohio State university, Columbus, on Jan. 2 for farm men and boys, will deal with problems confronting Ohio farmers in producing grain, live stock and dairy products economically. Because there will be an unusual demand for live stock and even foodstuffs when the war closes, the farmers who give attention to the economical production of products now will reap greater profits later, it is Palmed. Farmers point out that even though farm products are selling higher, greater attention must be given to more economical production of farm products to make as much money as when prices were normal. The high cost of production rises even faster than the cost of living. Bulletins received by local farmers show that the winter courses will deal particularly with problems in poultry raising, dairy farming, live stock farms, horticulture, vegetable gardening, farm crops, veterinary medicine, etc. Since a quart of milk has a food value equal to three-fourths pound of beef skew or eight eggs, dairy products will figure more prominently as a food for everyone, it is cialled. The demand for more economical production of dairy products is shown by the fact that there has been an increase of 700 per cent in cow test associations in Ohio during the past year. Winter courses in dairying at the college of agriculture will also train men to become testers for associations as well as show how dairy products can be manufactured on the farm. Mrs. Kathryn H. George and Mr. M. C. B. Mason, winners of the two diamond prizes in the seventh annual essay contest given at Bethel Church, will be heard at t. Mark's M. E. church, 56th and Wahsh avenue. Sunday at 4 o'clock, before St. Mark Lyceum. HAKES TRIP TO SOUTH BEND, IND. Charles Reece, 5833 State street, head of the Y. M. C. A. auto school, made a tour during the holidays to South Bend, Ind., accompanied by his wife, young sister--in-law, Miss Synada Edwards, Mrs. Nannie Mitchem and Maynard Jackson. He left Friday a week ago and returned Tuesday. While there he eg. established a Deleander agency. The Norse Yrömma, which frequently reflects the attitude of the lussian government, takes the view that the peace note was sent at the wrong time, and deserves a courteous negative reply. While the foreign office has the pen issues under consideration, the war office is going ahead with plans for a more aggressive prosecution of the war on all the fronts on which Russian soldiers are fighting. The body of Mr. Alfred Smith, who died Dec. 15, was shipped to his home in Jacksonville for burial. Rev. H. H. De Witt affiliated. Mr. Smith was buried in East cemetery. Floral offerings were many and beautiful. MISS L. HUNTER ENTERTAINED Mrs. Tolbert entertained at dinner on Christmas in honor of Miss Lizzle Hunter of Nashville, Tenn. Each guest was remembered with a gift. Those present were Miss Lizzle Hunter, T. J. Hunter, Mrs. A. Baker of Bloomington, Mrs. M. L. Boone, N. H. Hornchy and Attorney Gilliam. 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So longer than single men, it only seen seems easier to yield to the bad temp The New Year holds only what you has, to a limited degree, the working sink or swim, survive or perish, as he will up by will power and plenty of it, amount to do and what you really do are two differ it shows there is a little good in the in the one supreme effort and when you ring the o in twelve months from now you can look ib say, I haven't broken a single resolution? Laxity of Our Laws FEAR KEEPS US FROM DOING a great moth otherwise do. In a city, town or state where the letter, crimes of all kinds are common, and community is of course lowered in consequence, ness in which human life is esteemed all over the in the southern portion. Among the enlightened United States leads in freeing slayers, in striking countries not under the Stars and Stripes, these smallest percentage of murders and felonies. Lynching, the most brutal species of murder other portions of the world, though inhabited less of this form of law breaking. The white Affecting and make more noise over something like, for instance, the treatment Jews receive at or the Armenians at the hands of the Turks, earth. Distance certainly lends enchantment that a tribe in the Fiji Islands is in need of pipe hats or any real or imaginary article, are getting to their pocketbooks and sending th FEAR KEEPS US FROM DOING a great many things that we would otherwise do. In a city, town or state where the laws are not enforced to the letter, crimes of all kinds are common, and the standard of the community is of course lowered in consequence. It is appalling the lightness in which human life is esteemed all over this country, and especially in the southern portion. Among the enlightened nations of earth, the United States leads in freeing slayers, in striking contrast to Anglo-Saxon countries not under the Stars and Stripes, these other countries having the smallest percentage of murders and felonies. Lynching, the most brutal species of murder, is an American custom; other portions of the world, though inhabited by mixed races, are guiltless of this form of law breaking. The white American can do more protecting and make more noise over something that doesn't concern him, like, for instance, the treatment Jews receive the hands of the Russians, or the Armenians at the hands of the Turks, than any other nation on earth. Distance certainly lends enchantment. It need only be mentioned that a tribe in the Fiji Islands is in need of pijamas, chewing gum, stovepipe hats or any real or imaginary article, and they break their necks getting to their pocketbooks and sending the price forthwith. That "Charity begins at home" motto's obsolete. To aid a next door neighbor doesn't have the foreign smack and being toodies they must export even their charity. As a matter of fact the colored man is not now and never was a beggar. He has too much for that the white man has nothing the black man wants save an irritunity. We ob want to be let alone so that we may work out our vation. This and only this do we ask. To hound our very footst and place obstacles in our way should be beneath the dignity of peo who call themselves civilized. Belgium treated her African subjects in most inhuman manner. What is Belgium today? A barren racet of land, the people, what few remain, scattered to the four winds. Something may happen to white That "Charity begins at home" motto door neighbor doesn't have the foreign smack export even their charity. As a matter of now and never was a beggar. He has too much man has nothing the black man wants save and want to be let alone so that we may work out only this do we ask. To hound our very force in our way should be beneath the dignity of civilized. Belgium treated her African subjectner. What is Belgium today? A barren race few remain, scattered to the four winds. Some America, who knows? The general laxity in the execution of law evil. A judge in most of the st. Anglo-Saxon countries the pres as to the weight of evidence and the trial than is an American judge failure of a defendant to go on the if the court so charges. With uninfo lined grow bold, but even of overbe --- etter in the commonly the state- en do not live temptation, it only used tempter. nold. Each individual his own destiny. He can Resolutions, unless backed to nothing. What you intendrent things. Even if you fail, worst of us. But why not make old year out and the new year in back with pardonable pride and great many things that we would were the laws are not enforced to and the standard of the com- plice. It is appalling the light- over this country, and especially lightened nations of earth, the striking contrast to Anglo-Saxon in these other countries having the nies. The murder, is an American custom; habited by mixed races, are guilt- white American can do more pro- thing that doesn't concern him, reveal the hands of the Russians, Turls, than any other nation on men. It need only be mentioned of pajamas, chewing gum, stove- cle, and they break their necks at the price forthwith. Gotto's obsolete. To aid a next- mack and being todies they must of not the colored man is not no mucling for that the white have an opportunity. We ob- sout our invation. This and every footstief place ostacles city of people who call themselves subjects in most inhuman man- enact of land, the people, what Something may happen to write thanks for the year before the Defender. Inster devoted to the in a few weeks be remembered. We started and that purus almost beyond by the marvel received, and to Never before he white was white open presented kirts clean from The New W cresting and h Writers of pro- sory writers w public. In sho- n newspaperpedia kindly suggest your paper. You find som- at we are as a fellowly inde- tic future. fokes in the De- —and then some IT'S NO LOT quite little around aound mark. To my brother I do magnolia asked is on speaking sets the will Dolephin Com- mende days. You of ice and snow. MORE LIGHT than licences to dian, has a son the way it is has the satisfaction poll taxes the c doesn't always. A GREAT play the role o of laws in this country is a great moderator, while in other gives the jury instructs fully more important agents in Britain and Australia be considered by the jury, the trimin- IF SANTA rroubles. We t NEVER B there is educational leve school for night. The work se it! problem of mastering music or art technique is attained only through hard drill and drudgery. After technique is gained individuality, if there is any, will express itself in rich harmonies of sounds and colors—but not before. Not entirely, but to a very large extent, education in our schools is obtained from the textbooks, so the schools, above anything else, should take the precaution to teach the boys and girls the most intelligent use of their books, how to get there from the best they contain and how to make the best use of it. Most children find it necessary to bring their books home each night and prepare their lessons for the mowrow. It is the duty of the parents to encourage this practice and assist the teacher as far as possible in her work. Many parents fail to do this, but the failure is seldom due to indifference or disinclination, particularly in families where there are several children. The father comes home farged from the toil of a graffling day. The mother has a multitude of duties to perform, some of which extend into the evening. Social matters, to some extent, engross the attention of both parents. Into the school room has created many newfangled things that have proven utterly worthless, and during the experimental stage students have wasted much valuable time. The introduction of vocational training has wrought wonders. Now the boy and girl on leaving school can go out into the world prepared to use both hands and brain, and a market is immediately found for their talents. Theory without practice makes "educated tools"; our youth is only with us once. If we do not make hay while the sun shines, the clouds will surely gather as we grow older. TO THE THOUSANDS OF READERS of this paper we wish to express our thanks for the encouragement and loyal support given us the past year, the year before that, and all preceding years. Had it not been for you the Chicago Defender, instead of being the best, largest and most widely circulated paper devoted to the interests of our people in the world, would have come and gone in a few weeks or months as many others have done, and it's name would scarcely be remembered now. We started in a modest and unassuming way, but with a definite purpose, and that purpose was to champion the cause of people maligned and oppressed almost beyond endurance. That we have not failed in our mission is attested by the marvelous growth of the paper, by hundreds of congratulatory letters received, and by the favorable comment in the leading periodicals in this country. Never before have we had a paper fearless enough to say black was black, or white was white, if it was. Never before has the bright side of the dark picture been presented so ably to the reading public, and with it all we have kept on (kirts clean from what is termed "yellow journalism." The New Year will bring to the readers of the Chicago Defender many it pretesting and helpful things. New departments from time to time will be added. Writers of prominence will contribute articles on current topics, ambitions show- sory writers will be given an opportunity to present their creations to the public. In short, we will attempt, with your assistance, to make it the last word in newspaperdom. Our success or failure depends in a great measure upon the kindly suggestions and loyal support you give us. The Chicago Defender is YOUR paper. If you find something in it that pleases you, write and tell US. If you find something that displeases you, send your objections by special delivery, at we are as anxious to know our faults as we are to know our virtues. We freely copied indebted to you for past favors and hope to be more indebted to you in the future. "In conclusion" as the long-winded preacher would say, our folks in the defender office, wish your folks every good thing the New Year holds—and then some. ITS LONG, LONG WAYS from Alabama to Michigan. Likewise here is quite little difference between picking cotton with the thermometer sizzling around hundred, and shooring snow with the thermometer hugging the zero mark. They are both "light" occupations as far as color is concerned but the brother down-home has been used to the sun smiling on him old gentle magnolia-fixed breezes cooling his fevered brow. But he is a good fixer and is on skating terms already with Jack Krost and by the time another winter sets him will be as barkigned as an old resident. One of US was at the North Polo Field Commodore Deary, and one of us will be found doing whatever anyone else does. You can't lose us. So a little change from the land of cotton to the land of ice and snow is a mere trifle. MORE LICENSES have been taken out in Pike county, Alabama, for dogs than licenses to vote through the payment of poll taxes. Birt Willard the comedian, has a song entitled, "I may be crazy but Iaint no fool." Perhaps that is the way it is figured out in Alabama. The man who buys a license for his dog has the satisfaction at least of giving his dog some privileges, when if he paid poll taxes the odds would be a hundred to one against his voting away. Black doesn't always, signify ignorance. NEVER B another educational leave school for night The work sees it OUR INDEBTEDNESS THOUSANDS OF READERS of this paper we wish to encouragement and loyal support given us the land all preceding years. Had it not been for the kind of being the best, largest and most widely interested of our people in the world, would have months as many others have done, and it's now now. In a modest and unassuming way, but with a was to champion the cause of people malign insurance. That we have not failed in our growth of the paper, by hundreds of copies the favorable comment in the leading periodicals to we had a paper fearless enough to say blah if it was. Never before has the bright side of it also able to the reading public, and with it all that what is termed "yellow journalism." Our will bring to the readers of the Chicago Poorful things. New departments from time to time will contribute articles on current topics, will be given an opportunity to present their work, we will attempt, with your assistance, to make us and loyal support you give us. The Child you find something in it that pleases you, you know that displeases you, send your objections by vision to know our faults as we are to know to need to for past favors and hope to be more in conclusion" as the long-winded preacher under office, wish your folks every good thing the PICKING COTTON VS. SHOVELING SNOW WILLING TO HELP HIMSELF has been so much organized effort to help the Negro section of the United States. Industrial as well as top through man organized channels. After graduates will to find positions. Those who lack the education are helped to think steady and remunerative jobs. goes on. And the best part of it all is the ready to all that is being done for him. Give a start, itself. (From Christian Science. DEATHS Leonon Hill, age 29, 5363 Desborn street, Dec. 18; Henry Cabell, age 47, 223 E. 351h St., Dec. 19; Infant Hampton, 3948 Vernon Ave., Dec. 18; Addison Young, age 60, 4102 Wabush Ave., Dec. 26; Mary Chavecoson, age 73, 4752 N. clark St., Dec. 26; Julia Carter, age 49, 4540 S. Dearborn St., Dec. 19; Wm. Harrison, age 48, 38th and Wabush Ave. Y. M. C. A.; Hanna Flemming, age 51, 2318 State St., Dec. 18; George Washington, New York, age 28, Dec. 18; Earl Davis, age 2, 3518 Forest Ave., Dec. 18; Charles Williams, age 50, 2521 Lake St., Dec. 16; Lucy Boldewn, 4048 Maplewood Ave. Dec. 15; Jesse Kelly, age 61, 33 W. 39th St., Dec. 16; Alfred Smith, age 40, 3621 Vernon Ave., Dec. 15; Hruna Miller, 2197 Walnut St., Dec. 15; Earl McDonal, 50, 739 E. 39th St., Dec. 9; Cole Langster, age 23, 1736 Walnut St., Dec. 12; Anna Brooks, age 42, 1305 Wells St., Dec. 15; James King, age 40, 146 W. 26th St. Dec. 11; Martha Garay, age 75, 4433 Evans Ave., Dec. 12. GOV.-ELECT LOWDEN FAVORS 8 DEPARTMENTS FAVORS 8 DEPARTMENTS public the first of the week for efficiency and economic and consolidation of state offices to be combined in one bill, backed by the full force of the incoming Republican state officers, which will mean that one hundred and more appointe boards commissioners and bureaus will be combined under eight or ten major departments. The major departments, as announced the first of the week, would be as follows: 1. Finance. 2. Agriculture. 3. Labor. 4. Mining. 5. Public Works. 6. Charities. 7. Corporate Control. 8. Health. 9. Education. 10. Education. The terms of all officers will begin and end with that of the governor. All officers of the same grade will receive the same compensation, payable monthly. The bill is purely an administrative code. It entails only one idea and that is scientific practical reorganization of the government. The bill that is to bring about will be in the ten. 8, 1917. plays over at knows And glances on de clothes. Then he plays away on an old camp song. Can't help but say, Mammy is gone. Since she's gone away, days seem like years. And I jestaint gled these bittern tears, The good Lord called her home to rest. She's dwelling with angels in the land of the blest. Where the children's gone the good Lord knows. Everybody's gone but old uncle Moses; He sits by the fireplace night and day. Aint moved in the garden since Mammy's been away. Chickens scattered all over the place. Old strutting gobbler done lost his grace. Everything you mention done gone to rack. Guess they jes waiting for Mammy to come back. Time ties on jes like it had wings. Springtime a coming. Oh! how the robin sings; But where's uncle Mose, he ain't standing in de door. Fause the good Lord done called him long ago. Josephine Reeter Sims. Little Rock, Ark. WITH all due respect to Mr. H. R. Woolston's intelligence and his tireless work in sociological research, I am not willing to concede to his statement that the "French - Canadians, Austrians, southern Italians and Negroes (of which later race I am a respected member), rank last in class as human beings, not withstanding the fact that having been an unpressed and subjected people, our progress in learning or grasping intelligence, our ability to compete with, our efficiency, our moral and physical self-control, our power to gain and hold, and our general workmanship is as comprehensive as any race or nation that has survived the stigma of bondage, humiliation and servitude. Mr. Woolston, however good may be his intentions and desires to do justice, is doing us a great injustice by so lowering our class efficiency. When our ambitions have been so bawled up by his race that only the fittest and most persevering were able to survive and show to the more fortunate races that our child desire was an equal opportunity to work and earn our merits. It is my unprejudiced opinion, judging from the apparent interposition I conceive from his statutes, that he is not able to judge they various races integrity from one individual. Cliability to cope with the white man's weakness has caused a bewildered intermining and contamination of our race and the result is that the real Negro is aland an unknown quantity (to use an eobaric expression as a comparison.) The white man pure Caucasian race isust as tortuily mixed eating purity on the Celtics or the ancient and pu Caucasian as is our race. It is our pability and inability to compete with thwwhite man that causes him to fear andate us. These qualities us force him to subdue us and try to make us feel inferior to him. Our RE has produced for our undeniable approval soldiers, teachers, lecturers, lawyers, doctors, nurses, and other bleworthy vocational orders, that no marrage lesson has caused, integrity or acceiency. On advise Mr. Wongon to search the words on our works and even in the research account. Can you place physicist instructor EDI Defend Editor: This word to let are becoming country." The the light. It enough to tell tions are in the are buying the it's certainly lea Greenville, Tex. Down With Ia as I finish my work duties one Sunday cage Defender and tinally sick and tire boss plantation preac leaders, also professor Normal president, dire to what this man says: son is more like Lincoln dent since Lincoln's ta beat this, Mr. Editor. black man wishing to e of the "white south" by a statement. If the member don't put a muzzle to tl such professors and would we are deemed to ruin, t should not be supported th a president. Such a mi preaches such gospel our given support. I am glad th is taking a stand against fat and preachers. Many of the in the south have not finished t grade, and how can they be The Negro who wrote in the tonio papers, that he ought "drummed out of town." The w white people treat us here, no w of the race should make such a ment. In some places he is not al on the streets. Whenever the whi the south lynch a member of the he is striking at 12,000,000 of our pu Again, let me thank you for the work of the Defender. Keep up good work, we are with you. Yi truly. A SUBSCRIBER Shrevesport, La. SICK LIST Mrs. M. L. M. Queen, 451 East Thirty-fifth street, is very sick with a bad cold and continued to her bed. Mr. Cade, 3427 Vernon avenue, has been very ill, but is better. Hon. F. L. Barnett, lawyer, has been continued to his home with buryingitis for a week, but is able to be out today. EDITOR MURPHY ILL