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COLORED TROOPS TAKE PART IN BIG DRIVE WRECK OF CIRCUS TRAIN AT GARY, IND., WHICH COST MANY LIVES THE BOMBING OF THE AIRCRAFT IN THE CITY OF BROOKLYN, N.Y. This photograph was taken soon after the terrible railway wreck at Gary, Ind., in which some 72 men, women and children connected with the Hagenbeck-Wallace show perished. The locomotive of an empty troop train plowed through the cars of the circus train, which had stopped. This photograph was taken soon after the terrible railway wreck at Gary, Ind., in which some 72 men, women and children connected with the Hagenbeck-Wallace show perished. The locomotive of an empty troop train plowed through the cars of the circus train, which had stopped. Defends Race Against Attack By Rabid Western Editor A FAMILY PAPER-Reaches 3,000 homes and is carefully read by 12,000 people every week throughout Ohio and Middle West WRECK OF CIRCUS TRAIN This photograph was taken soon after the and children connected with the Hagenbeck-through the cars of the circus train, which Defends Race By New York City, N. Y., June 23, 1918. 135 W. 131st Street Editor of The Planet: Dear Sir—Will you kindly permit me to speak through your paper in regards to what the Marshaltown Times-Republican had to say about the five black men and the crime that they committed out there in Iowa? It is not strange that this editor should set himself up as a judge and jury too, but when he confines his tribunal merely to the black rapist, then he becomes odious. Since rape is a heinous crime, why is it that he cannot condemn all rapists, white or black Whenever a black, or Ethiopian woman is insulted by a Caucasian, or white man, he seems to take cold feet—he has nothing to say; but as soon as he hears of some Caucasian, or white woman being insulted by a black man then his ankles get hot immediately. He does not know that for every white woman that is insulted by a black man, there are twenty black women insulted by white men. If every white man was lynched for insulting black women, in some districts there would not be enough limbs on the trees with which to accommodate the lynchers." The editor speaks of the "News being soft-pedaled for three days." Well, he should have known that kind of news has been "soft-pedaled." Black girls, who have been working out among white families, trying to make an honest living on their return homeward in the evenings, they have been run through the wide open streets of the town, by fendish white men, sometimes to fall exhausted at their mother's door. All this news was "soft-pedaled." Not long ago when a white man rode up to the door of a black man's house and offered him, as it afterwards was stated, $200 for the virtue of his daughter, this news was also "soft-pedaled." In fact every time a black woman is insulted by a white man the news is "soft-pedaled." Now, it seems that if the editor prayed and fasted as he was commanded on the 30th of May, he scarcely got through with that job before he rushed to the desk to get his pen that he might condemn, ten or twelve million people for a crime that was supposed to have been com- THE DAYTON FORUM From The Richmond (Va.) Planet mitted by five men. No doubt he stands around and thinks that God has answered his prayer. If the fate of the country hung upon such fellows as he, why its doom is already sealed. The Power of Prayer Now, we know that fervent prayer backed up by perfect love, and an unshaken faith will move God on His Throne, even to the turning of the world upside down. Wherever one man could be found that would stand upon these three things as God has commanded, he has always been victorious. When the king of Syria sent a host of men to Dothan to take the Prophet Elisha, why Elisha prayed and God smote the host with blindness. Again, when Jerusalem was threatened by the Assyrian army Hezekiah prayed, and in one night God destroyed 185,000 soldiers. Have you ever heard of the "Big Berthas" or the mightiest guns that are in operation today of doing such deadly execution in so short a time. But for fear the editor will think that the Lord has changed since that day and time, I will refer him to Hebrews 13:8, "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever." Two Ways by Which Prayer May Be Lost The rich man who prayed in hell prayed a good prayer, but the prayer was lost because he prayed too late. Showing very clearly that when an individual has passed into the next life, he has passed beyond the stage of prayer, whether he should pray over on that side, or whether some one should pray for him over on this side. He is lost forever. Secondly, the man who approaches God with malice in his heart, his prayer is a failure also. The Saviour says in Matthew 5:28-24, "Therefore if you bring thy gifts to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee; leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, then come and offer thy gift." This shows the editor that repentance comes before prayer. Now, the Black or Ethiopian people have something against this editor and all others who are like him, and not until they remove these obstacles, will their prayers ever reach the ears DAYTON, OHIO, FRIDAY JULY 19, 1918 of the Most High God. Whom does the editor blame for making such laws that force some black men to become animals? Then because some of them act like animals, they are doomed forever. Whom does the editor blame for this "densely ignorant black man"? Whom does he hold responsible for such a big discrimination in school funds that in some instances a white child gets as high as $20.00 to the black child's $1.00 for educational purposes? The Power of the Little White God Why does not the editor take a little time and tell his readers that right at this time alien enemies have privileges that black people have not. Let an alien enemy woman and a black woman buy a railroad ticket from New York to New Orleans, including sleeping and dining accommodations which one will go through O. K. and which one will be held up at the Mason and Dixon line? The little editor that is trying to gain so much notoriety reminds me of the fellow who, while keeping the wolf away from the door, let a bear get in through the window. But on the other hand, if the black woman should take a little white god along in her arms, not only would she go through with the best of rail facilities, but the very best hotels would be open to her and not only so, this little white god would be her passport to any place in this life and in the life to come, except Heaven. Therefore the editor from the Hawkeye State ought to see that this is idolatry and as the Most High is a jealous God. He will destroy idols and idol worshippers. Watch the Sun! On one occasion when Christ was passing the people made a great demonstration, certain of His enemies told Him to rebuke them, but He told them that if they should hold their peace that the rocks would cry out. This shows clearly that God is not dependent upon man alone to do His bidding, but can make nature itself talk to the people. On one occasion He caused an animal to to speak. When there was no one else to speak against Cain's wickedness in slaying his brother, why God suffered Abel's blood to cry out from the ground against injustice. Today as the voice of working is GODMOTHER OF THE ITALIAN ALPINI Copyright Underdrop & Underweed Mrs. William K. Vanderbilt, Sr. has agreed to become the godmother of Italian Alpine soldiers. The picture shows Gen. Pepino Garibaldi and Mrs. Vanderbilt reviewing the Alpini. weak in speaking against the infamy that has been heaped upon the Black or Ethiopian people, God is not going to let is sun shine in all of its strength this Summer as a protest against this wickedness. Now, if the Editor of the Times-Republican is any way skeptical I would advise him to watch the sun from now until the first of October. And as far as lynching is concerned, it is going to be stopped, because the Most High God has said so. I trust that the editor is strong enough to believe that God is both able and competent to execute rapidly and rigidly the things that He has in mind to do; for God is determined to make the editor and all that are like-minded to know that "He rules in the affairs of men." Therefore, He is not in any humor to take man's foolishness any longer. SCHOOL SAMMF VICTORY WEEK IS JULY 22-27 Columbus, July 16.—"Every War Savings stamp sold is a step toward victory; it paves the way for the soldiers on the road to Berlin." With this suggestion to the boys and girls of Ohio, the Educational Division of the Ohio War Savings committee has designated the week of July 22 to 27 as School Sammy Victory week. During this period a great rally of the boys and girls is called, when three definite aims are laid before them "for a great effort to aid Uncle Sam in making safe their lives and their happiness." These objectives are: "The enlistment of every patriotic boy and girl in the School Sammy Army of Ohio. "The effort of every member, new or old, to win a general's rank by the sale of War Savings stamps. "A real test of the efficiency of this army of volunteer workers against the Hun." Rank of general in the School Sammy army comes with the sale of 1,000 War Savings stamps. On attaining this rank, the Sammy will be given a bronze pin, designating the title. "Opportunity is now offered boy and girls, too young to fight, chance to earn the undying gratitude of the great republic by doing what they can, in their own way, to back up the line of heroes who are fighting their country's battles," the state committee suggests. "Their task is just as honorable, their work as fruitful, for if the supply of money fails the line in France will fail too." C.W.B.M The C. W. B: M. of the Washington Street Christian church met Tuesday July 16, at the apartments of Mrs. Narciss Johnson. The society was entertained by Miss Mahala Hill, President. N. A. A. C. P. Gets Results The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, through its Secretary, John R. Shillady of New York, announces that through its instrumentality two victories have been won for the colored people. The State Board of Control of Wisconsin, upon the initiative of Governor E. L. Philipp to whom the Association wrote a letter of protest against the exclusion of colored patients from the Wisconsin State Tuberculosis Sanatorium at Statesan, Wis., has directed that colored people be admitted into the sanatorium under the same conditions as white persons and that no distinction be drawn between colored and white people. The superintendent of the sanatorium, Dr. R. L. Williams, is quoted in one of the Wisconsin daily papers as saying that Negroes and whites alike would be given treatment in the same wards and rooms. The letter from the state superintendent of control follows: Mr. John R. Shillady, Secretary, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Dear Sir: Governor Philipp has submitted to this Board your communication to him under date of June 17th, concerning the admission of colored persons into the Wisconsin State Tuberculosis Sanatorium at Statesan, Wisconsin. This matter was called to the attention of the Board some time ago. The matter was taken up with Governor Philipp and he was of the opinion that colored persons were entitled to the same privilege as white people in the matter of admissions to the Sanatorium. The Board at that time wrote Dr. Williams, the superintendent of the Sanatorium, and directed that colored people be admitted into the Sanatorium under the same conditions as white persons and that no distinction be drawn between colored and white people. At the present time the institution is filled to its capacity and there are a large number of applications for admission, which cannot be received until vacancies occur, but hereafter colored people will have the same privileges at the Sanatorium as white people. We do not understand why the management of the Sanatorium assumed the position that colored people were not entitled to the same privilege as the whites, because no suggestion of that kind was ever made by Governor Phillip or this Board. We were glad to receive the letter which you wrote to the Governor, so that we would have an opportunity to give you information as to the action of Governor Phillip and this ADVERTISERS realize quick results when using these columns to reach the people. Phone Us! Main 7696. Price 5 Cents P. Gets Results Board in reference to the admission of colored persons into the Sanatorium. Very respectfully, By M. J. Tappins, Secretary. The second victory of the N. A. A. C. P. follows a letter of June 21 to Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo in which the N. A. A. C. P. calls the Secretary's attention to the fact that the Chairman of the War Savings Stamp Committee of Caddo Parish, La., of which Shreveport is the center, had, according to a press article in the Shreveport Times, declared that he would adopt force to compel Negroes to buy War Savings Stamps. The Association announces that it is in receipt of a letter from the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury, in Secretary McAdoo's absence, in which the acting head of the Treasury Department says that the clipping sent by the N. A. A. C. P. will be promptly investigated and that the local War Savings Cofmittee will be asked to see that the practice complained of is not repeated. The N. A. A. C. P. also announces that acknowledgment of the Association's inquiry concerning the case of Private S. P. Jones, who was forced from a Pullman car at Texarkana, has been made by the Third Assistant Secretary of War who informed the Association that he had referred the matter to the Attorney General upon instructions from the Secretary of War Baker. Colored Troops Help Push Huns With the American Army on the Marne, July 17.—By the Associated Press).—American colored troops are helping to hold the allied lines against the fifth German offensive. They requested the favor of being permitted to take over a part of the line of attack, though they had been holding a piece of a French sector for the last three months without relief. ALLEGED SLAYER BOUND OVER Charles Minor, colored, charged with first degree murder, was bound over to the grand jury and remanded to the county jail without bond by Justice of Peace Clippinger yesterday. Minor claims to have killed his wife in self defense when he found her, he said; standing over him with a razor in her hand. He is charged with killing his wife at their home at Lakeview avenue July 8. He escaped after the killing and was captured at Greenfield, Ohio. Mrs. Martha DeBose, of West Fifth street, who was struck by an automobile several weeks ago, is able to be out, to the delight of her friends. She left Thursday for Helmor Bay, Mich., to spend the summer. Patriotic Services COMMUNITY SING AT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH The Phyllis Wheatley Relief Corps will hold the second community sing at Zion Baptist Church Sunday afternoon, July 21 at 3:30 o'clock. All who took part in the first program at Wesleyan church or any others who desire are requested to sing. Father J. N. Samuels-Belboder, vicar of St. Margaret's church, will deliver an address, subject, "Community Conduct." Father Belboder has written two pamphlets on the war, "How to Win the War" and "The War and the Colored Races." Mr. John Arnold will direct the singing, with Miss Rita Higgins, accompanist. The public is invited to attend this patriotic service. --- ARE THE PACKERS PROFITEER? The Federal Trade Commission in its recent report on war profits, stated that the five large meat packers have been profiteering and that they have a monopoly of the market. These conclusions, if fair and just, are matters of serious concern not only to those engaged in the meat packing business but to every other citizen of our country. The figures given on profits are misleading and the statement that the packers have a monopoly is unsupported by the facts. The packers mentioned in the report stand ready to prove their profits are reasonable and necessary. The meat business is one of the largest American industries. Any citizen who would familiarize himself with its details must be prepared for large totals. The report states that the aggregate profits of four large packers were $140,000,000 for the three war years. This sum is compared with $19,000,000 as the average annual profit for the three years before the war, making it appear that the war profit was $121,000,000 greater than the pre-war profit. This compares a three-year profit with a one-year profit—a manifestly unfair method of comparison. It is not only misleading, but the Federal Trade Commission apparently has made a mistake in the figures themselves. The aggregate three-year profit of $140,000,000 was earned on sales of over four and a half billion dollars. It means about three cents on each dollar of sales-or a mere fraction of a cent per pound of product. Packers' profits are a negligible factor in prices of live stock and meats. No other large business is conducted upon such small margins of profit. Furthermore—and this is very important—only a small portion of this profit has been paid in dividends. The balance has been put back into the businesses. It had to be, as you realize when you consider the problems the packers have had to solve—and solve quickly—during these war years. To conduct this business in war times, with higher costs and the necessity of paying two or three times the former prices for live gratulating him upon or contest at the Deleco. won the third prize in test for the best paper employees could improve of the factory and thus F. D. Day, President. J. B. Parsons, Sec'y. NOTICE We take this measure the many, many friends dear neighbors for their ing the illness and death loved Albert. Especially Rev. Bass and Mrs. Nels Clarke for their very or will be held in the the Norwood Avenue Respectfully, J. B. Parsons, Pastor. trip fare, 40 cents. Sp with the Musicians. HUGH D'MARR WINS ANOTHER PRIZE FOR BEST PAPER The many friends of Mr. L. H. DeMarr are congratulating him upon winning another contest at the DeLco. Mr. DeMarr won the third prize in the Liberty contest for the best paper on how the employees could improve the efficiency of the factory and thus help to win the war. When it is remembered that hundreds of the employees entered the contest it can be readily seen the credit due Mr. DMarr for winning the third prize, which was a $50.00 Liberty Bond. Last year Mr. DeMarr won a prize in a similar contest. FROM AMONG THE CLERGY Owing to the very great demand for special effort upon each minister during the rally season, the Alliance meetings have been denied a chorus for several weeks. A meeting has been called by the chairman, Rev. F. D. Day, for next Monday at 10:30 a. m. to talk over plans for the summer months. The meeting will be held in the tabernacle of the Norwood Avenue Church of Christ on the corner of Norwood avenue and Sprague street. All members of the Alliance are especially urged to be present. F. D. Day, President. J. B. Parsons, Sec'y. NOTICE The Washington Street Christian Church will hold services in their new tabernacle on Norwood avenue, and Sprague streets Sunday. There will be an informal opening service held at 3 p. m. Rev. J. A. Persinger, pastor of the East Side Church of Christ will deliver the sermon. A special invitation is extended to all the congregations and pastors of the city to come and worship with us at the afternoon service. Beginning with Monday evening the pastor, J. E. Parsons, will deliver a series of sermons explaining the position held by the Disciples of Christ in the religious world. The public is cordially invited to attend these services. Respectfully, J. B. Parsons, Pastor. --- CARD OF THANKS We take this measure of thanking the many, many friends and our very dear neighbors for their kindness during the illness and death of our beloved Albert. Especially do we thank Rev. Bass and Mrs. Nelson and Mrs. Clarke for their very great and constant aid. We also thank the many friends here and abroad for the beautiful floral offerings. MRS. ALBERT, MATH. MOTHER PICNIC AT OVERLOOK PARK Friday, July 26 a picnic will be given at Overlook Park by the Dayton Musical club. Amusements of all kinds — boating, fishing, baseball. Prize boat race from 3 to 4 p. m. Big band concert from 4:30 to 6 p. m. Music by Warren & Brown Saxaphone Orchestra. Any car may be used in the morning; in the afternoon special cars at 2 and 6:15. Round trip fare, 40 cents. Spend the stay with the Musicians. stock, has required the use of two or three times the ordinary amount of working capital. The additional profit makes only a fair return on this, and as has been stated, the larger portion of the profits earned has been used to finance huge stocks of goods and to provide additions and improvements made necessary by the enormous demands of our army and navy and the Allies. If you are a business man you will appreciate the significance of these facts. If you are unacquainted with business, talk this matter over with some business acquaintance—with your banker, say—and ask him to compare profits of the packing industry with those of any other large industry at the present time. No evidence is offered by the Federal Trade Commission in support of the statement that the large packers have a monopoly. The Commission's own report shows the large number and importance of other packers. The packers mentioned in the statement stand ready to prove to any fair minded person that they are in keen competition with each other, and that they have no power to manipulate prices. If this were not true they would not dare to make this positive statement. Furthermore, government figures show that the five large packers mentioned in the report account for only about one-third of the meat business of the country. They wish it were possible to interest you in the details of their business. Of how, for instance, they can sell dressed beef for less than the cost of the live animal, owing to utilization of by-products, and of the wonderful story of the methods of distribution throughout this broad land, as well as in other countries. The five packers mentioned feel justified in co-operating with each other to the extent of together presenting this public statement. They have been able to do a big job for your government in its time of need; they have met all war time demands promptly and completely and they are willing to trust their case to the fairmindedness of the American people with the facts before them. PEOPLE BUY LIBERTY BONDS Patronize LINDSAY Easton. --- COLORED PEOPLE Liberty Bonds have been purchased by colored people as follows: In Richmond, Va., $337,550; at Tuskegee, Ala., by one graduate, $20,000; at Augusta, Ga., $40,000; at one industrial plant near Baltimore, $30,000; at Philadelphia, through Brown and Stevens, bankers, $400,000; at Jacksonville, Fla., $51,850; at Atchison, Kan., $8,000; at Madison, Ky., one colored farmer, $4,000; at Baltimore, Md., one colored boy, $300; at Albany, Ga., $11,000; at Washington, D. C., $100,000; at Little Rock, Ark., $32,000 of the third loan, making $121,000 for the three loans by one organization, the Mosaic Templars; at Dallas County, Texas, $50,000; at Milletsville, S. C., one colored farmer, $1,000; at Memphis, Tenn., by the two colored banks, $30,700.—The Crisis. PORO SYSTEM.—For the Poro System of Hair Dressing call at 266 Hawthorne street. Bell Main 7795. Mrs. Dillard Estell. Armour and Company Cudahy Packing Co. Morris & Company Swift & Company Wilson & Company Patronize LINDSAY THE VALUE SPECIALIST 130 South Jefferson Street Watches, Jewelry, Diamonds, Silverware Leather Goods, Cutlery, etc. Watches Repaired Specticles Fitted Very Reasonable Prices Patronize Our Advertizers Birthday Party Rev. Kimbro entertains fellow d- vines at Sumptuous repart. ‘Three generations of _ ministers were represented at the birthday dinner party given by Rev. James M, E. Kimbro, honoring his twenty- second anniversary. Father William H. Coleman, while still active and pro- gressive, yet represented the old school, having entered the ministry fifty years ago. He belongs to that class of splendid preachers and. lead- ers that the race sent out a decade after freedom. Twenty-five years later another class of ministers ap- peared: Rev. Upthergrove repre- sented this group at the dinner; while Rev, John Wesles Arnold and Rev. Kimbro are preparing themselves for tomorrow, to take their places with the thinkers of the world. It was indeed impressive to see these three groups of ministers around the fes. tive board, relating reminiscences, re- viewing the recent past, and discuss- ing the problems of the future. Rev. Kimbro and his family pre- pared a dinner that caused one td forget the H. C. L. and the war ‘The season's choice delicacies were before these devouring divines, and right well did they live up to the reputation of their profession, while the victrola did its bit to make thing: merry. May Rev. Kimbro have many happy returns. Soldiers Aid Society' Notes Wednesday afternoon the Soldiers’ Aid Society listened to a splendid ad- dress delivered by Secretary C. D. Higgins who is now in the war serv- ice, being stationed at Camp Stuart, Newport News, Va. The keynote of Mr. Higgins ad- dress was “Preparedness.” He ad- monished us that we should hold our- selves in readiness—that we should be prepared to take our places in the ranks when opportunities were presented, “The Negro in many ave- nues is coming into his own,” said Mr. Higgins. He is not only win- ning fame as a soldier, but in the in- dustrial world as well, the Negro is on ® prominent platform, attracting the attention of the world.” He then spoke of the important part that Negroes are taking in ship building and other industries; of his own work in detail and-the harmony of broth- erly love existing in eamp between the two races; of the boys keen in- terest, and appreciation of the work that we are doing and their special mention of the Easter Message and Telegram, which the Society had sent to them. Mr. Higgins’ parting advise was to “carry on” to ally ourselves with any and every movement that meant uplift; not to be found wanting in any phase of war work that was open to us. “Four regiments are now in the trenches,” said-Mr. Hig- gins,” of which Co. G is a unit; fif- toen thousand men are now at the front and they need service, help and all the encouragement that you ean give. Add all you can to their bit ‘and prepare yourselves for the new era that is dawning—a new era is bound to come and their sacrifice shall not be in vain.” He who hath led, will lead All through the wilderness; He who hath fed will feed; and He who hath blessed wili bless. We'll let the morrow rest In His beloved hand; His good is better than our best, And we shall understand, , If trusting Him, who faileth never ‘We rest in Him, today, forever. Dr. Cox, as member of the board of the local chapter of the Red Cross was also present and advised the so: ciety concerning the forming of « Red Cross unit. In the main, al- though speaking of Red Cross work in a spirited and pointed way, ‘he also advised us concerning race loy- alty—drawing a fine distinction be tween Jim Crowism and race uplift Mr. Shaw, as president pro tem ably expressed the gratitude of the entire society for such encouraging words and helpful advice. After lis tening to two beautiful solos by the Higgins Sisters, refreshments wer served and. social hour enjoyed. All women who are interested ir Red Cross work are kindly requeste to be present at the next meeting of the Soldiers’ Aid Society, Thurs day p. m., July 25, at W.C. A. A this meeting definite plans will b made towards forming a Red Cros unit, Other neighboring cities hav “tong since been active in this partic ular phase of war work. Stop criti cising; stock knocking! Come out t the meeting, boost the work and Day ton will soon be in line with the pro : i ities. With 35000 of ou B over there aad ovr own Go. G BOX. NE in the trenches can there be any doubt in your mind as to our duty in this phase of war work Let us not be found wanting when the opportunity has presented itself. Come out Thurs- day afternoon. We earnestly solicit your co-operation. At the station Thursday morning the ladies of the society passed out lunches and cigarettes to the 39 se- lects who were entrained’ for Camp Sherman. We're doing what we can both to keep the home fires burning and to give financial aid to soldiers’ dependents when in need. Local pa- pers are inailed daily to the boys, both over there, and at the various camps while a nice “fat” budget fall of cheery home news is sent monthly to the brave boys in the trenches. If you are interested in the work, come ard join the ranks, Our books are open for membership at all times. Paris Protests Against Neglect of Art Treasures. Allowed to Stand Exposed to Alr Rald- ere—Promise of Ald Falls, Parls.—Protest has arisen in many quarters here against the deliberate neglect of many of the priceless stat- ues and works of art in Paris, which huve been permitted to stand unpro- tected against possible damage from enemy air raids and. bombardments, ‘Tho spectal commission charged with ‘the duty of providing protection for public monuments of art has been se- verely criticised. Last year when the danger of air ald seemed comparatively remote a dozen or more monuments and statues ‘were ordered to be protected with sand- ‘bags. Some time afterward “toaded” ‘sacks were placed at a distance from ‘the monuments or statues waiting to be put in place. There they were al- lowed to remain, nothing further be- ing done. ‘The bags lay about the statues for weeks. In the meanwhile there were several air raids, Fortunately no monument or statue was hit.. On the Initiative of u group of eltlzens work on the pro- tection of some of the masterpieces was begun, and many historic pieces Mike the Vendome Column, the Obelisk, ‘the Strasbourg Monument and the art ‘works in the Luxembourg gardens were given some adequate protection. Street urching anxious to play “in ‘the trenches” climbed up among the fags, causing a loose one to slip, with the result that thousands of bags fell in an avalanche about many of the statues. It was thereupon found that the bags were filled with stones or ciinkers, ‘Art lovers protested and called the attention of the commission to the fact that stonea and clinkers afforded no protection against German bombs, ‘The Parls muntelpal councll 1s now taking measures to remedy the present condition and promises that every valu- able plece of statuary and historical ‘art will be reasonably protected, HELP TO MAKE IT BETTER We could give you a better paper if you would settle your accounts promptly. Most. of the knockers are delinquent. Churches and organiza- tione especially should settle their ac- counts promptly. Running a news- paper these days is an expensive oper- ation. Do your part. Pay up. APPLICATION FOR CLEMENCY Notice is hereby given that at the next meeting of the Ohio Board of Clemency, an application will be made for clemency in the case of Chester Lenoir, convicted at the January term 1911, of the Common Pleas Court of Montgocerwy Co., Ohio, of the crime of murder in the first degree and sen- tenced to imprisonment in the Ohic penitentiary for life, ee Signed, CHESTER LENOIR Per MOSES H. JONES, His Att'y. Bell Main 4189 W. 488 6th. 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Dalo was hostess to the Ideal Clover Leaf club Thursday, July Fourth. Six visitors were present, each one giving encouraging remarks. After the business session the hostess served a dainty two-course luncheon. The next meeting will be with Mrs. Dillard Estelle, 296 Hawthorne street( Thursday July 26, 1918. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Morris, 506 Hartford street, and Mr. Carter, nephew of Mr. Morris, gave a birthday surprise in honor of Mrs. Katie Johnson, and Miss Carter, sister of Mr. Carter. The evening was spent in music, after which a three-course dinner was served. Misses Mabel and Ethel Tibbels from Jamestown, Ohio, are here visiting their aunt, Mrs. Lizzie Robinson 22 Cornell street. The W. H. M. Society of McKinley Church, met last Thursday evening at Mrs. Henry Taylor's on Kenworth avenue, with an interesting meeting. There were two new members added to the roll. Mrs. J. E. Burton, the delegate, made an excellent report of the annual meeting which convened in Louisville, Ky. The next meeting at Mrs. Adaniel's, 17 Brady street, July 25, 1918. A very delightful surprise was tendered Miss Crycelia Everett, 55 Mead street, Monday afternoon, July 15, in honor of her fifteenth birthday anniversary. Games, music and refreshments made the afternoon very enjoyable. Those who enjoyed the hospitality of Miss Everett were Genora Jones, Isabel Higins, Rosetta Flood, Lena Gay, Gertrude Sykes, Maggie E. Jones, Wilma Sykes, Claudie Graves, Rosa Everett, Vandaline Everett, May S. Jones, John Owings, S. Jones, W. Owing and Eleanor Jones. After a very delightful repast the guests departed, wishing Miss Everett many more happy birthday anniversaries. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Davidson and children, William and Edna, motored to Cincinnati, Covington and Newport, Ky., Sunday, July 5. Miss Ella Avery of Homestead avenue, left the city Friday, July 12, for Chicago, where she will spend the summer. Mrs. Mary Cannon Thompson is at home from the hospital much im- Eaker St. A. M. E. Budget Hour of Sunday Services Class meeting.....12 m. C. E. League.....6:30 p. m. Prayer meeting.....Wednesday night Sunday School.....9:20 a. m. Preaching.....10:30 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Trustee Board every first and third Our Sunday School will convene promptly at 9:30 and conclude its session promptly at 10:30. One of the noted Divines of the city will exchange pulpits with the pastor Sunday morning. Members and friends are urgently requested to be present and thereby lend prestage to the occasion. Come with a song in your heart, and a song on your lips; come praying for the presence of the Holy Spirit; come prepared to boost the collection; come with a determination to make this one of the best meetings you have attended this year, and remember the results of the day's worship depends largely upon you. The evening service will begin promptly at 8 o'clock and Rev. S. B. Campbell will preach for us. Rev. Campbell is a native African and is in attendance at Wilberforce, fitting himself for the work in his native country. He is a good preacher and manifests a deep inter- proved after a successful operation by Dr. Cox. Mrs. F. D. Moxley, 715 West Fifth street, has returned home from the hospital after a successful operation. Mrs. C. F. Willis and daughter Rosalind, have returned home after a delightful visit in Harveysburg, Ohio, the guests of Mrs. Alice R. Scott. The Unique Study club met at Mrs. H. O. Shadden's on Homestead avenue, July 10. Mrs. A. J. Hockman prepared a very interesting paper. The subject was "Woman's Wages Should Be the Same as Men's." A lively discussion followed. Miss Louedna Shank of Evansville, Ind, was the guest of honor, and Mrs. Thomas of Dayton View. Miss Shank is a very interesting talker. The hostess served a dainty lunch. The club will meet July 24, with Mrs. Wm. Stewart, 405 Norwood avenue. Mrs. A. A. Challenger and daughter Gladys and Josephine, with Mrs. Washington, all of Middletown, were calling on friends in Dayton Wednesday, July 10. They were en route to Springfield to the Mite Missionary convention. ST. MARGARET'S NEWS Father J. N. Samuels-Belboder, Vicar The Pauline Conception and presentation of "The Sinner in His Sins," and "The Sinner Saved from His Sins," occupied the twenty minutes of sermon on Sunday morning. The rapid but most graphic stroke on Rome as the center of all thought and activity during St. Paul's life prepared the minds of the congregation for the comparison of "The Sinner in His Sins" and "The Sinner Saved Through Faith and Grace." A very telling item of comparison was the respective attitudes of the Christian towards the church and the things of the church generally and towards the world and things of the church. The ability to win which he displayed and which he still possessed he refuses to use. The many fruits which he brought forth in his first condition are not repeated in his new condition. He becomes a being of the nature of a monument—of little inspiration generally. Paul asked the Roman Christians to be as fruitful in good works as they were in evil works. The request is most fitting for us all today. The fine manners which we show to each other in picnics, parties, card games, dances, clubs, socials, and other purely community enjoyments we must, and ought to show always with greater grace to each other an to everyone in church and other places where Tuesdays. Official Board every second and fourth Tuesdays. J. C. Farrow.....Clerk Trustee Board Columbus McGee .....Clerk Steward Board W. G. Hegue.....Engrossing Secretary est in the work. Later on he will lecture to us of his native land. A good attendance is expected. The Omega Girls are about to launch a great campaign; give them a boost in their effort. Later on the pastor and the Omega Girls will make an itinerary of the churches of Dayton, if they can suc- ceed in getting the consent of the pastors. Your dollar money is now due and it will lessen the burdens of the pastor if you pay it now. The conference convenes here the 25th of September, and it will necessitate great effort on the part of all. So if we wish to succeed let each member and friend work to that end by helping with the connectional claims now, thereby clearing the decks to extend a hearty welcome to our distinguished visitors who will be in attendance at the conference. Boost the Omega Girls. Christ's kingdom is especially promoted. The Sunday school session was pregnant with a fruitage that aroused much hopes in the minds of the Vicar. The lesson was the collect for the Seventh Sunday after Trinity. Lord of all power and might, who art the Author and Giver of all good things, graft in our hearts a love of Thy name; Increase in us true religion; nourish us with all goodness; and of Thy great mercy keep us in the same, through Jesus our Lord. Amen. This is a perfect prayer. One may say many more words, but a few, if any more comprehensive. Here the heart is a garden, and God the gardener. What else, what better thing can one wish? Regular services next Sunday. 7 a. m., Holy Communion. 10 a. m., Sunday School. 11 a. m., Morning prayer and sermon. You are most cordially invited to worship with us. A sincere welcome awaits you. WESLEYAN METHODIST Last Sunday was known as Family Day. The families were well represented in large numbers, and listened to a wonderful discourse from "Come thou and all thy house." Services this Sunday at the usual hour. Sermon by the pastor in charge, Mrs. Maud Walker will render a solo after the sermon. Let every member and well wisher of the cause take advantage of these opportunities and come to church. Services at 8 p. m. The invitation is to all. "Come thou with us, and we will do thee good." Sabbath School at 9:45 a. m. Let every member come and bring some one with you; be on time. That means to help sing the opening song or lose in the contest. Mr. Walter Dougherty was host at the Brotherhood last Monday evening. A very pleasant evening was spent and a delicious lunch was served and meeting was adjourned until the first Monday in August. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank the friends and neighbors for their kindness and sympathy that was shown during the death and burial of my father-in-law, Mr. Fred Fant, 190 Hawthorne street; Rev. Smith and Undertaker Jones for their kindness and consoling words. Mrs. Fred Fant and Grand Children. M'KINLEY M. E. NOTES Sunday will be quarterly meeting; Rev. Dr. Shelton, district superintendent, will preach. Communion service at 3 p. m., to which all pastors and their congregations are invited. The Ladies' Aid met Wednesday at the home of Mrs. Thomas. A very interesting meeting was held. Mrs. Watkins was elected delegate to the district conference, with Mrs. Wells alternate. All members of the quarterly conference are expected to be in their place at 8 p. m. Saturday Class leaders and other officers will have written reports. 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