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HAVE YOU REGISTERED? TODAY LAST CHANCE President Hughes of Miami Thwarted Vol 6 Number 20 Regional Director of the Student Army Training Corps, Stopped in Attempt to Segregate Colored College Students. Several weeks before the opening of college, Colonel Converse, commandant at Ohio State University, replied to an inquiry of a colored student, that there would be no discrimination in the proposed training unit, and that the same fair policy that had been in effect previously would prevail in the future. Ohio State University, as every one can see by the name, is a state institution and open to every one scholastically qualified to enter, regardless of race, color or creed. Further, the student army training corps, according to newspaper announcements and bulletins, was to be under the direct government control and its members would be subject to all the privileges as well as the restrictions of any other United States tancy in drafting Negroes in excess soldiers. Several bulletins were sent to colored men, but they contained no reference or clause in regard to prohibition of colored men. As the government was not showing any hesl of their pro rata according to population, the colored boys assumed that they would be welcome to this new branch of service. Consequently, all over the state those desiring to continue their education and at the same time willingly fill their patriotic obligations, chose Ohio State University as the college at which they desired to prepare for their life work. So, on the opening day, more than sixty lads registered at Ohio State. In days following they attended classes as others did. Then one day a law student had occasion to interview the acting president, while in his office a message came from Mr. Hughes suggesting that all Negro boys contemplating entering the student army training corps be requested to withdraw from Ohio State and attend Wilberforce. Now the accommodations at that school were only for two hundred men, and it was filling rapidly. As Mr. Mundy, the student referred to, was colored, Judge Adams asked him to tell the other men to withdraw immediately so that they would not lose any time because the corps was to be formed October 1st. Mr. Mundy notified the men quickly, but they realized the gravity of the situation and refused to be stamped and hurried away in a panic, especially the older students. Accordingly the colored boys organized and sent committees to wait upon all the important officials of the university, including the commandant. All of these men turned a deaf car to the pleas of the students except the deans of the medical schools who promised and did all in their power to assist the colored men. The commandant was interviewed several times, but upon each occasion refused to grant any favors or offer any advice except to go to Wilberforce and for the medical and engineering reserve men to stay until the government could make arrangements to send them to some cantonment. Of course, the students objected to this vehemently, not because Wilberforce is a colored school, but because they could not get there what they wanted. Most of the men were preparing for and were in professional colleges. Many were advance students in arts, education, medicine, agriculture, etc., and could not receive any training at Wilberforce. In fact, several were qualified to teach there. Dean Jones was quick to realize this and placed them on the faculty. Besides this the prospect of being sent to an army camp now was not pleasing to the reserve corps men, for their classmates were to stay in school. He, ever, most of the freshmen become excited and hurried to Wilberforce. The upperclassmen now saw that nothing could be accomplished on the campus, so they appointed Mr. Hand chairman of the intelligence committee, who immediately sent Ike- THE DAYTON FORUM grams and messages to important persons and organizations all over the country, a few of which were the N. A. A. C. P., Equal Rights League, Emmett Scott, of the War Department, and the general secretary of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, who made personal appeals to government officials in Washington. At the same time multitudes of protests and demands for justice poured in upon those responsible for the dilemma. As a result a ruling was made by the War Department not only countermanding the decision of President Hughes, but ordering that there should be no segregation and that all members of the student army corps should be messed, drilled and barracked together. Thus was another victory won for the race of the European battlefields, and a step forward taken toward racial solidarity. For, if this Hunnish movement had not been attacked when it was, the future for Negroes in white colleges would have been very dark. Already the government is making preparations to continue this effort after the war in the compulsory military training program. And one can readily see that if Negroes accepted this injustice now and no preparations were made for them during this crisis, that none would be made later. It would be an easy step for those in authority to say we have no accommodations for you here, but there are some for you at another school, and if they are adequate, we will see that they are made so. Then would the death knell be sounded upon Negroes aspiring to the professions. The ambition of our war governor would be realized. We would have a great northern Turkestane and the ambitious Negro would be made a docile house servant or cobbler. But as it is, this arrangement was killed in its infancy. N. A. A. C. P. Annual Election of Branch Officers. Official Notice. Notice is hereby given in behalf of the board of directors, that in accordance with the provisions of the constitution, branch officers for the enuing year must be elected at the November meeting of the branch. Such elections must be held, according to the constitution of the N. A. A. C. P., irrespective of whether the officers, including the executive committee, now in office have held office for a full year or not, and no matter how recently the Branch may have been organized. The national office should be informed by December 15, December 1, if possible, of the results of all elections. This notice is important and all branches are expected to conform to its provisions. John R. Shillady, National Secretary. Rev. Frank L. Tate, chairman; T. W. Wheeler, secretary; Rev. J. B. Parsons. BETHEL BAPTIST NOTES. We are glad to know that the officers of Bethel Baptist church are loyal, and men of business, they were so mindful of the pastor and knowing that he had the church at heart until they went among the members and collected about $30 for the aid of the pastor. The pastor was also stormed Monday night, October 14, by the officers and members with lots of useful things, so you can see that the closing of Bethel Baptist church doors did not close the hearts and minds of her members, for they are always ready and willing to do whatever their hands find to do. We are still praying that we may ever stand together, as divided we fall; and we will move to our pastor that we love and adore him by giving him our undivided attention during this crisis, praying God's blessing upon him and his family. "LICK THE HUN" IS HIS CHANT BRITISH OFFICIAL PHOTO © Western Newspaper Union The commanding officer of a famous K. A. F. fighting squadron in France with their mascot, a parrot, which finds a very comfortable perch on a propeller blade, are shown in this British official photograph. Besides having a smattering of the "polly-vous" language, the parrot is particularly vigorous in its denunciation of the Huns in virile English. MACHINE GUNNERS GALLOPING INTO ACTION © Western Newspaper Union British machine gunners are particularly active in the great FrancoBritish-American drive in Picardy and Flanders. This British official photograph shows some of them galloping into action. Republicans Get Together Thursday night, at the Republican headquarters, an old fashioned G. O. P. meeting was held. The audience was about evenly divided between the races. D. C. Brower, chairman of Montgomery County Republican executive committee, presided. In his introductory remarks he stated that there are about 3,200 colored voters in the city and that the race would receive recognition accordingly. He said the present organization would make amends for the unfair treatment of the colored faction of the party. Capt. J. M. Butler, ex-Policeman Jenkins, Attorney M. H. Jones, C. W. Price, Fred D. Reynolds, Guy A. Edwards and Judge Dustin made short but interesting and inspiring talks. Mr. Price stated that the colored man was not there with his hand out for a dollar, but was willing to work gratuitously to put the old party back in power. Acting on this statement Chairman Brower called for volunteers to look after the registration of colored men. Those who were present received lists of voters and will see that they register. There are other lists to be taken out. Call at the headquarters and ask for one. Mr. Newcomer Must Register. It is very important that the man who came from the south twelve months ago or longer be instructed to register. These men, the finest of the race, have been held back and prevented from exercising their franchise. They have not gotten the habit of voting, hence they must be led out and trained. Let every man and woman in Dayton, as well as elsewhere, see to it that every man registers and votes. Don't be bashful in asking every colored man with whom you come in contact, if he has registered. Saturday is the last day for registra- tion. The outlook for the party this year is very bright, but every man and woman must work. It is worth the sacrifice to elect F. B. Willis. If Willis had been governor when America entered the war. Col. Young would now be a major-general in France. We must not forget that it was Cox who refused to give Ohio a colored regiment; it was also he who permitted the "Birth of a Nation" to show in the state. TO THE MEMBERS OF ZION CHURCH. Dear Members: Among the unexpected in these perilous times, our church has been closed, and from the latest obtainable information we shall not be able to hold any service till the fourth Sunday. All convention plans have been temporarily abandoned, and may, in all probability mean the indefinite postponement of it. All committees are instructed to cease work till further notice. Let us obey the instructions of the health department, which is trying to safeguard the health and lives of the people. While we can not meet in a regular service at our appointed place of worship, let us take courage and pray in our several homes. We can keep the "Spiritual Home Fires" burning by reading our bible and family orayer Sunday morning. At to the finances, through the envelope system we can lay aside our contributions each week and turn in when the church is open again. The Trustees have closed a deal with a furnace company to install a Cox Tries to Camoflouge Colored Voters new furnace next month. To meet this financial obligation a furnace rally was planned for the first Sunday in November. Each member was requested to contribute $2 on the new furnace. If each one of us will keep the work of the church in our hearts, when the ban is lifted we will be on hand in full strength to carry on the Master's work to His glory and honor. Praying God's blessings upon each of you till we can meet in our regular worship, I am yours in the bonds of Christian service. T. J. SMITH. Pastor. ST. MARGARET'S NEWS. Father J. N. Samuels-Belboder, Vicar. It is to be regretted that the epidemic is still so severe as to prevent the resumption of divine services in the church. We must be grateful however, that we have, through the mercy of the Father, escaped, hence therefore, we willingly bow to the necessity. It is God's wisdom to man whenever man observes precaution in crisis. We are not every one equipped to rush into dangers open-eyed with normal active reason. That remains for the few. For the many, however it will be presumption. It will be tempting God. We sincerely sympathize with those who have suffered in this plague. Those who have been translated away from this present naughty world, we commit to Heaven, praying mercy on their souls. The while we gird up our loins in faith and trust to do our work for man and pray for continued health, loyalty and courage to do the good our hand may find to do. Sunday is the twenty-first Sunday after Trinity. The vicar recommends to each of the faithful that you spend part of the morning hours in the reading and meditation of the Collect, Epistle and Gospel of that day; that you engage in sincere prayer to God for all the mercies and blessings enjoyed. Keep steady before your spiritual eye the face of some loved one—or friend or relative or acquaintance in the army or navy, or wherever else he may be. The country needs the spiritual aid, the moral support of every citizen. And these functions in many ways—the buying of Liberty bonds being at present the most acceptable way—but whether or not one buys, the spiritual force must be kept white-hot and its effect will be felt wherever our soldiers happen to be. Last Sunday the vicar spent three hours in the church, in quiet meditation, and alone. It was a spiritual tonic to rise from one's knees after one hour of absolute concentration upon things not of this world. Get upon your knees, my dear people, and see God face to face. Then rise reinvigorated and ready and eager to live your life well. In conjunction with the recommendation above the vicar will be happy, if members will visit each other and keep each other keen to resume their work in the church. Visit the "chronic stay-at-homes," and endeavor to cure them of their Sunday malady. Engage them in a solemn promise to come to divine worship, and fulfill the vow they made before God and the world to serve God through His church, to their life's end. "When thou with rebukes dost chasten man for sin, thou makest his beauty (and his pride) to consume away like as a moth fretting a garment. Verily every man, therefore, is but vanity . . . And now, Lord, what is my hope? Surely, my hope is found in "Thee." ADVERTISERS realize quick results when using these columns to reach the people. Phone Us! Main 7696. Price 5 Cents Characteristic of Governor Cox's political deception, he is now posing as the friend of the colored man. Early in the term of Governor Willis, the motion picture "The Birth of a Nation," which is offensive to every colored individual living, and every other man who believes in justice relative to racial matters, was presented to the authorities of Ohio. Willis, being familiar with the character of the same, used every legitimate influence within his power to prevent it being exhibited with the result that it was not shown in Ohio during the time Willis was governor. The publications over the state who are boosting Cox's political game, bitterly attacked Willis for his position relative to the film. The company owning the film, together with numerous exhibitors over the state, who hoped to show the picture, made a strenuous organized effort to defeat Willis in 1916. In fact, they openly said that the "Birth of a Nation" would be given a clean bill of health if Cox were elected. Cox was not ungrateful to them for their efforts. Very soon after his inauguration into office in 1917, he issued an order to his underlings to permit the film to be exhibited in Ohio. The status of the film at that time was pending before the Supreme Court of the state, but the governor's henchmen set aside the law and permitted it to be exhibited. Now, on the eve of the election, after the film has been exhibited for two years all over the state of Ohio, and the governor's friends, the owners of the film, have reached their financial reward, the maneuvering governor knowing that the colored voters have not forgotten the insult which he gave them back in 1917, gives out the word to those protesting against the exhibition of this infamous film, "that the company owning the same have voluntarily agreed to take the same out of the service in Ohio. AT HIS REQUEST." Mr. Cox cannot get away with this eleventh hour change of heart. The thousands of colored citizens of Ohio, and the thousands who believe they should have the rights given to them by the fifteenth amendment and fair play, will not be deceived by the governor's camoflouge. The very fact that he failed to perform his duty in 1917, and now his conscience tells him he has made a mistake. BENEFIT DANCE. There will be a dance given by the waiters for the benefit of Mr. Wm. Kirby, who has been confined to his bed for the past year. So when you are asked to buy a ticket please do so and help a good cause. Date of dance will be announced later. Committee, Jas. Tawles, George Nelson, David Hayden. RECITAL POSTPONED. The Madame Cole-Talbert recital, which was announced to take place Monday, October 21, has been postponed indefinitely on account of the epidemic. However, as soon as the ban is lifted and arrangements can be made, Madame Talbert will fill her engagement. Those who have purchased tickets are asked to hold them and watch for the announcement of the recital. $106,000,000 Saved By Dec. 31, W.S.S. WAR SAVINGS STAMPS MONEY FROM UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT $20.00 From Every Person in Ohio ’ IN WHITE RIDGE CEMETERY. Remains of Mrs. Mary E. Rives, Con- signed to Final Resting Place. Preliminary funeral services of Mrs. Mary E. Rives, were held at the residence of her son, 921 Sprague street, Dayton, Ohio, Saturday, Octo- ber 5th, at 3 p.m. Rev. J. D. Meade, D. D.,, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion chureh (of which the deceased was « member), officiated. Rev. T. J. Smith, F. D. Day, and Father Samuel: Belboder gave short culogies; while Rey, John W. Arnold and Prof. Nix sang beautiful solos. The remarks of Dr. Meade were very impressive. as he related the faithful work of the deceased in the Zion church, of As- bury Park, while he was pastor. A communication from Rev. Smith to the officiating minister at the final funeral services were read by Mr. J. D. Fields, Resolutions from the Au- rora Culture club were read by Mrs. Dale, The Eaker Street A. M. E. choir, under the leadership of Mrs, Anna Belle Grayson, rendered selec- tions which brought tears to the eyes of most of the attendants. Following the services at the residence Mr, J. H. Rives, left with the remains for As- bury Park, N. J., where he arrived at 9:20 Sunday night, He was met by his brother, James W. Rives, and Undertaker Leon H. Harris, who took the body to his funeral parlor adjoin- ing the church, which afforded the congregation an opportunity to view the remains Sunday night. ‘The body was brought to the home of Mrs. Rosa Lewis, daughter of the deceased, Mon- day morning, and the procession left the house for the church at two o'clock, led by the Daughters of Con- ference, each one carrying one of the beautiful floral designs. The daugh- ter, two sons, son-in-law, Mr. Lewis, and sister, Mrs. Lucy Jones, of Phila- delphia, were the members of the family present. Rev. S. D. Conrad, pastor of St. Stephen's A. M. E, Zion church, ofi- ciated, being assisted by Rev. R. A. Jackson, Rev. E. D. Crawley, Rev. D. Londen, and the Daughters of Confer- ence, of which Mrs. Mary Hubbard is president, Rev. Conrad preached a short but soul-stirring sermon, Interment was at White Ridge cemetery, on the South side of a beautiful hill. RESOLUTIONS. Inasmuch as it has pleased Al- mighty God to remove from our midst, Mrs. Mary Rives, a beloved member, and friend of the Aurora Culture Club, after being in Dayton awhile, Mother Rives, as we called her, became a member of our club and was chaplain always ready to give us good advice, On Woman's day she al- ways took her place. We shall miss her. : Be it resolved that we extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family, and that we will ever keep in memory our beloved sister and friend Resolved, that we, as members of the Aurora Culture Club, submit to the will of God, that sayeth our loss is Heaven's gain, The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh. Blessed be th name of the Lord. Resolved, that a copy of these reso lutions be sent to the pastor of th church, at Asbury Park, and a cop; sent to the family, and placed on ou minutes, MRS. BESSIE BROWN, MRS. L. B. JONES, CONDOLENCE, Dayton, Ohio, Oct. 5, 1918. Mr. and Mrs. Rives, Dayton, Ohio, Dear Friends: We wish to assure you of our heartfelt sympathy in your Present bereavement. We realize that these sorrows must come to us all, but since we are human, the pres- ence of death in our home inflicts a wound that is hard to heal. ‘The passing of a mother ever falls heavily upon the heart of a child, though he may have reached the age of mature years for parental love knows no age. We commend you to your heavenly Father, who is able to strengthen you in this sorrow and who will lead you to see his divine plan in this act of His dealing. Sincerely, Mrs. T. J. Smith and Daughter. Dayton, Ohio, Oct. 4, 1918, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Rives, 821 Sprague street. Dear Ones: The membership of the Women’s Christian Association feels an irreparable loss in the death of Mother Rives. She was so good, 80 faithful, so wise in council, so fer- vent end holy in prayer and devotion, Hew we shall miss her! You will never know how many hard places we have gone over, how many deep wa- ters we have waded through encour- aged by Mother Rives’ words and prayers—God has promoted her—but to live in the hearts left behind is not to die. "Realizing that the arm of human Spapanld) is too short to reach the bottom of mortal’s sorrow, yet we ean ‘only say we extend you our deepest sympathy, for we, too, have sustained a great loss. Mother Rives, we'll ever miss you | In our association here, But the memory we shall treasure Shall be to us always dear. Dayton W. ©. Aw 800 W. Fifth Street, Mrs. Mary Shaw, president. Mrs, Alice Morris, recording sec’y. Rose Walker Strong, secretary of finance and correspondence, CARD OF THANKS. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to our neighbors and friends for their kindness during the late ill- ness and death of our mother, Mrs. Mary E. Rives, especially do we thank the friends for the beautiful floral de- signs which were shipped to Asbury Park, N. J., and kept perfeetly; also Rev. Dr. Meade and the assisting min- isters, and Mr. David Jones for his splendid work. It is a consolation to have true friends during such hours of trials, Again we thank one and all. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Rives. COLOSSAL ITALIAN COLONEL f AGN BY, i> aa wey \ AN \ Ba 8S eS h si ; por cpa o “a a ‘This massive leoking specimen of man 1s big enough to take one's breath away, The most recent jibe di- rected at tull men, “Aw, you're too big to fit In the trenches,” iy smashed to smithereens, us this pleture shows. “Phe “giant” Is an Italian cotonel, who is paying a visit to the Ttallan sec- tor in Frunce, ‘The Italians on. the western front have been giving a good account of themselves und are co operating with the French on this front to stop the German drive just started. siebolebdobebebtotetodbdotot det FIDO’S BATH AND 3 3 MEALS ASSURED i = pis spokane, Wash—One thou- & sand dollars to provide three ’ % ineals a day, a bath and a bed x for her pet dog is a provision 3 of the will of Mrs. Quincy Bur- 4 gess, recently admitted to pro- ; FE tate. When the dog dies the z will provides that It shall be buried beside its late owner. A “nice casket” is to be used and the dos’s grave is to be properly cared for. Wo oa eK a a rc The Students | A rmy Training Corps UNCLE SAM ie SEND YOU TO WILBERFORCE UNIVER- SITY, WILBERFORCE, OHIO Pay your board, room and tuition and $30.00 per month, beginning Oct. 1, and give you miltary training under an army officer. Conditions You must be a student enrolled in the college departinent, be 18 years old and pass the physical examination required of a soldier, ‘The Purpose To get you in line for a commis- sioned officer or an expert in army service by giving you military train- ing while at the same time you are given as much college education as vossible. Pall co-sion begins Septemer 17th, Enter at once if you wish to avail yourself of this rare opportunity. For full particulars address W. S. SCARBOROUGH, President. FOR CONGRESS Hon. Charles W. Dustin Colves Misa! ‘Vowe for Tugs Duntisl VOTE FOR | U. S. MARTIN For Judge of Common Pleas Court. 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All members are re- quested to be present. ~ Miss Mahala Hill, Pres, Mrs. J. M. Myers, Secy. LEGAL NOTICE To Kate Smith, whose place of resi dence is Hazard, Ky., you will take notice that the said plaintiff, did on the 3d day of September, A. D., 1918 file a petition against you in the Com. mon Pleas Court, Division of Domes. tic Relations, Montgomery County, O. praying for a decree of divoree from you, upom the grounds of gross neg. lect of duty, being cause No, 43924 | You are required to answer her pe: ‘tion not later than six weeks after ‘this date of the first publication of this notice, to-wit, September 6, 1918, or such divorce may be granted, CHAS, B. SMITH, Plaintiff. Per M. H. Jones, His Attorney. WOUNDED YANKS IN A LONDON HOSPITAL NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH Corner Hartford and Costello Sta, Order of Services: Preaching 11 a, m., and 8 p. m Sunday school 9:30 a. m. All are in. vited. Come, DR. E, J, ANDERSON, Pastor. JOHN JONES, Clerk. GPCI I BOS IIIS, SUES i chee a ete me BO ee bw al | a ST A ce ya poccenn re a aie a j a \@ Ley NN “a ce t ey ja Pee eer al EN & ee i Aue rest. SU . ac ll | Sa eee EN £u es a : Foo a oe cena oa ON Nee ia ee ee ee _f _ a ee ‘These American soldiers are convalescing from wounds in a Londoa hospital. They are receiving the best of treatment and seem quite content with their fot. HIS CURIOSITY By MILDRED L. DAVIDSON. (Copyright, 1818, by the McClure Newspaper Syndicate.) The new principal of Elmtown grammar school was no longer new in any sense of the word, but he was still the most talked of man in that little village. "Schoolmaster's" methods of punishment and his ideas on various matters were of never-ending importance to the village gossips. Not only about the dinner table of many a country farm was the schoolmaster discussed. For although Richard Brown had been teaching in Elmtown nearly a year, he was still regarded with lively interest by his associates at the district school. The greatest cause of this interest lay in the fact that Mr. Richard Brown had never been known to ask an uneasy question, nor to display the least interest in any question under discussion. Village gossips said "That there Mr. Brown is lacking in a natral sense of curiosity." Jessie Dearing, the primary teacher, who possessed a good sense of humor, was very much amused by this man, and determined to have a good time in making him show the curiosity which she was sure was there. Miss Dearing's opportunity to test Mr. Brown cane sooner than she anticipated. A wealthy farmer in Elmtown had, upon his death, left Elmtown high school a substantial library. Richard Brown thought that this library should be catalogued, and so asked Miss Dearing and Miss Barton, his assistants at the school, to assist him. They consented, and the next Saturday was decided upon as a good day to do the work. When Miss Dearing awoke on Saturday she found that it was raining steadily, but being a good sport as well as a healthy girl, this did not disturb her in the least. Ten o'clock found Richard Brown, Miss Dearing and Miss Barton at work in the school library. At noon they stopped work and went home to lunch, Miss Dearing and Miss Barton going to a near-by farm, and Mr. Brown driving back to his boarding place. Mr. Brown said that he would be back at one o'clock, but when Miss Dearing and Miss Barton returned at quarter after one, he had not arrived. As the schoolmaster had the key to the school, there was no way for the girls to get in. Miss Dearing thought that this would be a fine opportunity to make Mr. Brown display his curiosity, if they could get in. Miss Barton agreed, but could see no way of getting in. After some time Miss Dearing ran over to the next farmhouse and borrowed a screwdriver. Unscrewing several of the iron bars which crossed the basement windows, she was able to open the window and squeeze in. It was very easy then to replace the bars and run upstairs to let Miss Barton in. Miss Dearing's next thought was to return the screwdriver, but as she opened the door she was confronted by Mr. Richard Brown. "I was just looking to see if it were still raining," she said, dropping the screwdriver behind her and not noting that it fell into her umbrella. Miss Dearing was very angry with Mr. Brown as well as herself, and it did not decrease her passion to find that Mr. Brown had no intention of inquiring how she and Miss Barton had gotten into the schoolhouse. Instead he went quickly to his work without a question. It was quite dark when the cataloguing was finished, and Mr. Brown announced his intention of walking home with Miss Dearing, who lived some distance from the school. It had stopped raining during the afternoon, but just as Miss Dearing and Mr. Brown started up the street it began again. Miss Dearing raised her umbrella and, to her horror, out dropped the screwdriver which she had entirely forgotten. Mr. Brown picked up the offensive article and put it into his pocket without a word. Neither did Miss Dearing speak about the screwdriver the rest of the way home. When they reached Miss Dearing's gate Mr. Brown took the screwdriver from his pocket and, looking at it, said: "Jessie, I suppose you have heard that ridiculous story about my lack of curiosity, and are wondering why I did not ask how you and Miss Barton got into the schoolhouse." As Miss Dearing did not reply, he continued. "Well, I once made up my mind, just as an experiment, that I should not ask unnecessary questions. Just a whim, I suppose one would call it, but not a bad one after all. I really have a good bump of curiosity, and just now I am wondering what a certain young lady by the name of Jessie Dearing thinks of a man named Richard Brown. Will she tell me?" Jessie's answer must have been satisfactory, because it was some time later, in spite of the rain, that Richard said: "Shell we keep the screwdriver to use in the Cottage of Roses next year?" "I told Will I would like to see him try to kiss me." COLORED VOTERS ATTENTION! YOU have not REGISTERED. You can not vote, unless you do REGISTER. There are many reasons why every Republican should register and vote the STRAIGHT REPUBLICAN TICKET this year. Go to your regular voting place Saturday Oct.19, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. to 9. p.m. Your LAST CHANCE Please do not fail. We are counting on you to help the GRAND OLD PARTY win this Fall. DANIEL C. BROWER, Chairman Republican Executive Committee. 203 Conover Bldg, Dayton, Ohio. LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER IF YOU WANT TO VOTE NOVEMBER 5. Saturday of this week will be the last opportunity for voters to register for the November (5th) election. The registration booths in the various precincts of Dayton will be open from LEGAL NOTICE To Mary Gratz, whose place of residence is unknown, you will take notice that said plaintiff did on the 25th day of Sejt. A. D., 1918, filed a petition against you in the Common Pleas Court of Montgomery Co., Ohio, Division of Domestic Relations, being cause No. 44020, praying for a decree of divorce from you, upon the ground of wilful absence for more than three years last past. You are required to answer his said petition within six weeks after the date of the first publication of this notice, to-wit: Sept 27th, 1918, or such divorce may be granted. WILLIS GRAT, Pltf. Per MOSES H. JONES, his Atty. LEGAL NOTICE Common Pleas Court, Montgomery Co., Division of Domestic Relations. To Parker Burks, whose place of residence is unknown, you will take notice, that the said Plaintiff did on the 11th day of Aug, A. D., 1918, file a petition against you in the Common Pleas Court of Montgomery Co., Ohio, Division of Domestic Relations, praying for a decree of divorce from you, upon the grounds of gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. You are required to answer her said petition not later than six weks after the date of the first publication of this notice, to-wit: Aug 17th, 1918. Case No. 43844. LUELLA BURKS, Pltf. Per MOSES H. JONES, her Att'y. NOTICE Don't ask us to rush your printing unless you have the money ready when the job is completed. Our new ruling is to give the best service to those who pay promptly. You will save 10 per cent. by paying cash on delivery. NO MORE BUILDING GO 9 to 2 o'clock and from 4 to 9 o'clock in the evening. Every voter who has been in the state for one year, by November 5, is entitled to register and to vote. 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THE NEGRO IN THE WAR. The following article, by Mrs. L. W. Hathcock, is republished from the Herald. Let us rejoice that we have such women in our race. To the Editor of the Herald: Much has been said and written about the Negro and the War, but so far as our local papers are concerned the news which has come through the Associated Press to the colored people has been far from gratifying. A bit of "left-handed" praise so as to speak interspersed with jokes, which are in no measure true of the Negro today. Jokes, which are generalized human traits, rather than racial traits. The ten million of Negroes, who have given over 300,000 black sons to the cause of Democracy, want facts about their valiant soldiers, not jokes—tools, which serve, not only to depreciate the valor and integrity of the Negro soldier, but in a measure, place the whole race in a false light. Harrison Rhodes in the October Metropolitan, has in an excellent and unprejudiced manner, depicted the real attitude of the Negro in the war. In part he says: "Treating the colored soldier in a humorous way has roused among the Negroes generally a very genuine indignation. They want their soldiering to be taken seriously and they are undoubtedly oversensitive about the matter, yet it is unquestionably true that being a good soldier IS a serious thing." And they ARE good soldiers. The government has made it possible in this war, as never before, for the Negro to prove to the world that he can, both lead and follow in battle. He follows and fights valiantly. What greater qualities can the soldier have? Almost at the outset of America's fighting on the western front, there came home the stirring tale of two black heroes. Needham Roberts and Harry Johnson, who, though wounded, beat off a raiding party of twenty-five Germans, killing or wounding five of them. These men were cited to receive the wonderful Croix de Guerre and it would not be possible to better the simple description of them in the final phrase of the French text of citation—"good brave soldiers." "The colored people believe in the colored troops. They truly believe that when enough Negroes are in the fighting line, the war will be over. It may be untutored and naive, but it is such beliefs that win wars, such passionate faith behind the lads in khaki, that drives them forward, irresistibly. It's very simplicity saves it from being braggadacio and makes it instead, a home fire burning as all such fires should." At the front in France is the Negroe's real test as an American in the year 1918. Here he, as well as other races, not of the old American stock, hopes to fuse into the new American- ism, which embraces all. Here on this old and scarred soil, the Negro hopes, not only to receive the cross from France, but from America, his own America, as he feels it, the even greater prize, American citizenship in a broader, deeper sense than ever before. The French are highly appreciative of the Negro soldiers and it is time for the white race of America to change its mental attitude towards the Negro, view him in a true and serious light and value him, according to the hard-earned and worthy position he has achieved and not according to prejudiced opinions. JESSIE HATHCOCK. 336 West Fifth street, Dayton, Ohio. Local Items Local Items PORO SYSTEM.—For the Poro System of Hair Dressing call at 266 Hawthorne street. Bell Main 7795. Mrs. Dillard Estell. Mr. W. M. Hathcock, of 17 Eaton avenue, has returned home after a two week's visit with his son, who is a prosperous farmer in Michigan. Miss Melissa Washington, of Fitch street, has returned home after a very pleasant visit to Detroit, Buffalo and Niagara Falls, N. Y. FOR RENT—Bachelor's quarters, at the right price. Apply at 325 W 5th St. Bigelow Hotel. Mr. J. C. Farrow, the oldest colored carrier in the city, has been confined to his room for several days. He is now convalescent and plans to be on the job at the post office in a few weeks. FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms, central location. Call at 226 Warren street. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hall have moved into the Sherman property, at Norwood and Sprague street. The Hall's apartments at Fifth and Olive streets, will be used as a rooming house. LADIES! Have every man in your house to register, Saturday, the last registration day. Those who do not register will not be allowed to vote in November. SECOND - HAND FURNITURE, upholstering, repairing and cabinet making. W. H. Jones, 1011 West Fifth street. Give me a trial. Misses Irene Young and Lila Jones are collecting for the Forum. Please have the money ready for them when they call. Dr. L. H. Cox is instructing the First Aid Red Cross class. Mrs. E. Lucas, of Leroy street, has returned from Cincinnati, where she took a special course in designing. FOR RENT—Two rooms for light housekeeping, furnished or unfurnished. Only first class people need 'o apply. Call at Forum office, 428 West Fifth street. HARRIS—MITCHELL Mr. Clifford Harris and Mrs. Minna Mitchell were united in marriage Monday evening, by Rev. W. H. Coleman. Mrs. Harris is very popular in Dayton, and has the best wishes of her many friends. Mr. Harris is of Washington, C. H., Ohio. A GREAT EDUCATIONAL MEETING. At 3:30 p. m., to be held in the Memorial hall, under the auspices of the Dry Federation of Montgomery county. Every colored citizen is cordially invited to attend this meeting, one that will prove to be the greatest array of talent that has been gathered together on one program for a long time; either of the speakers would be sufficient for any audience. Each of the churches of the city, lodges and other organizations, are invited to be present, and their pastors and other representatives will be seated on the platform. Provision is being made to have every choir in the city represented in the grand chorus, under the direction of Mr. James Brown, the well known and proficient choir leader of the city. The speakers are as follows: Rev. Edward L. Gilliam, D. D., of Columbus; Prof. H. L. Billups, S. S. D., of Denver, Colo., and our own Rev. T. J. Smith, D. D., Zion Baptist church. Let every race loving man come and hear these men with their special message. J. E. BURTON, Program Manager. GOVERNOR COX VIEWS CONSTITUTION AND LAWS MERE SCRAPS OF PAPER GOVERNOR COX VIEWS CONSTITUTION AND LAWS MERE SCRAPS OF PAPER Governor Cox, now a candidate for a third term, evinced early in his administration the same disregard for the constitution and laws of the state that governed his first administration. Scarcely had war been declared when he called a conference of leading manufacturers and employees in the senate chamber to discuss the participation of Ohio in the war. This group of men were thunder-struck when Governor Cox uttered this sentiment: "In times like these, I do not propose to be hampered by the constitution and laws of the state. If a situation arises where I think it would be desirable to act, if the constitution and the laws interfere, I shall be governed by the law of the head and heart." A little later, when he called together the heads of the state educational institutions to issue his mandate that they must dismiss the colleges, he uttered this sentiment in the executive office: "I shall not search the law books or the constitution for authority or precedent to conserve the public welfare in this greatest of emergencies. I feel justified even in evading the law, if necessary, for the public good." At Bellefontaine, on June 24, 1917, he said: "And I don't mind telling you that in instances where it is the perfectly right thing to do, I am not going to consult the constitution or the law books." These words of Governor Cox remind one of the words of Senator Lewis, Democratic whip of the senate, when he said, "I belong to the school that thinks the constitution, at this time, more or less suspended." It will be remembered that one of the remarkable instances in the former administration of Governor Cox was his attempt at dictation to the supreme court of Ohio, relative to its decisions, and his story told the president of the State Automobile association to the effect that "we have elected our prosecuting attorney." But a greater authority than James M. Cox has spoken on this exact point. The supreme court of the United States in the famous expatriate Milligan case in the Civil war solemnly declared: "Those great and good men (the founding fathers) foresaw that troubles times would arise, when RULERS and people would become restive under restraint and seek by sharp and decisive measures to accomplish ends deemed just and proper, and that the principles of constitutional liberty would be in peril unless established by irreparable law. The history of the world had taught them that what was done in the past might be attempted in the future. The constitution of the United States is a law for RULERS and people, equally in war and in peace, and covers with the shield of its protection all classes of men at all times and under all circumstances. No doctrine involving more pernicious consequences was ever invented by the wit of man than that any of its provisions can be suspended during any of the great exigencies of government." The supreme court declares the theory of Governor Cox to be pernicious. If carried into practice, its effects would be baneful in the evil precedents and dangerous practices it would establish. If left unretracted it affords aid, assistance and argument to every element which is seeking the annulment of the law and lawful procedure. There is danger whenever a ruler regards himself as greater than the laws. Liberty Loan Keynotes By Ex-Governor Willis "This is a people's war—the people must finance it. Do your part and buy more Liberty bonds than you thought you could." "While it will cost much to win the war it would cost more to lose it. It is cheaper to buy Liberty bonds than to wear the kaiser's." "Our boys over there are fighting civilization's battle, they must be equipped and sustained—and they are sure to win. Buy Liberty bonds to the limit and share in the victory." ABSENTEE HABIT IN One of the most common remarks during this administration of Governor Cox has been concerning the absence of state officials; complaint of visitors to Columbus that on a visit to a half a dozen commissions they will fail to find any of the officials they seek. This complaint has been repeatedly voiced in the public press. The daily working hours in numerous state departments—all shorter than those in private employment—have been even further shortened during the Cox administration. One department closes its business at 3:40 in the afternoon. Many of them close at 4 to 4:30. Of course, the shorter the hours the more employees required to take care of the work, and the larger number of places Governor Cox has to bestow. Even the governor, himself in the midst of war, has found time to journey out of the state to take part in a partisan political contest. EAKER STREET NOTES. As we go to press the outlook is not very favorable for holding services at the church Sunday. We therefore make an urgent appeal to all the members to show their church loyalty by responding liberally when some member of the committee calls at your home armed with the proper credentials to collect. Our note of one thousand dollars on the lot on Firth street is now due, and we need about three hundred dollars yet to make the payment. The running expenses of the church must be kept up, as we do not care to go in debt again, having canceled all our old debts. The persons selected to collect will have church envelopes for the current expenses, and a paper signed by the chairman, treasurer and secretary of the board, and the pastor's signature. Let us do our duty and thereby show our loyalty to the cause we represent. If for any unforeseen reason one of the collectors does not reach you, you can leave whatever amount you care to give at The Forum office. Thanking you in advance, and praying that God's blessings may rest upon you, we are looking for a hearty response. Vote to re-elect Edwin T.Snediker Judge of Court of Common Pleas who has always recognized the equal rights of your race and has always Given one of the two his office to them Given one of the two appointments in his office to them BROOKLYN Phones:-Main 2782---Main 5883 American Tr American Transfer Co. Trucking and Moving Of All Kinds To Any Place, At Any Time THE HOME STORE For Groceries Bell Main N. A. Anderson, rop. FREE GROCERIES given in case Bell Main 5596 N. A. Anderson, rop. 324 Sprague St. Bell Main 5596 "The Man who sells all Colored People their Homes" 346 W. Fifth St. Sunday could not be idely spent by Mt. Olive. We joined hands and visited our section of the city, and took a religious census. This Sunday, no doubt, we will complete the visit. We are having our church decorated from basement up so we will be clear of influenza germs. We are getting in our coal and preparing for general good time religiously. David said, "Rejoice in the Lord, O, ye righteous, for praise is coming for the upright." Psalm 33. When the Christians show the world the joy of doing right the world will come to Jesus. If any of the members are sick please write or phone the pastor, Main 7728, and he will be glad to render any assistance possible. He requests that you have daily Bible reading and family prayer. And remember the Sabbath to keep it holy, and the ban will soon be raised. Call at the pastor's home and exchange your books for new ones in our church library. Do not continue to say, "I am coming to Mt. Olive." COME. "We seek not yours, but you." Pastor Rev. F. S. Tate. A. B. two appointments in Prof J. H. SWAYNE Lone Star Tea Is guaranteed to cure Rheumatism Liver, Kidney, Catarrh, Stomach Trouble and Lost Manhood, or money refunded. PRICE $1.00 For Three Months' Treatment Address all orders to H. P. BENNETT 634 Indiana Ave. INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Sole Owner and Manufacturer V. M. Williams 18 Elgin Ave. DAYTON AGENT 5883 Transfer Co. eries and Noti ns ain 7269 324 Sprague St. in case of sickness or Accident Dayton, Ohio A. H. Fred D. Johnson STORAGE $1.50 per Van per Month 213 Brooklyn Ave. Bell Main 4103 Furniture for Sale Old False Teeth Wanted Don't Matter If Broken We pay up to 15 dollars per set. Also cash for Old Gold, Silver and broker Jewelry. Check sent by return mail. Goods held 10 days for senders approval of our offer. 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