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The Denver Star has the Largest Circulation among Colored People. Get Wise and State Historian Natural History Societies The Denver Star ESTABLISHED 1888 The papers formerly known as The Statesman and The Independent, have been merged into The Denver Star TWENTY-SIXTH YEAR Number 36 DENVER, COLORADO, SATURDAY, MAY 2, 1914 FIVE CENTS A COPY ATTEMPT TO SCARE DEARFIELD SETTLERS. State Land Board to the Rescue. Everything Legal and O. K. Dearfield is Flourishing. Offices of the State Board of Land Commissioners, Capitol Building. Denver, April 28, 1914. To whom it may concern:— A recent article published in a Denver paper to the effect that the lands below described located in Weld county which were sold by the State, during the present year were, in fact not State lands, but were still the property of the Federal Government. The land referred to is described as follows: E. 1-2 nw 1-4, e 1-2 sw 1-4 and se 1-4 and lots 1-2-3-4 of sec. 30, twp. 4, nr 61 w. The facts in connection with this transaction are as follows: These lands were selected by the State under the act of Congress, approved March 3, 1875 in Denver list No. 392, filed October 10, 1907. The selection was approved by the Department of the Interior under date of May, 1908 in Denver clear list No. 10. The clear list referred to, being the document of conveyance issued by the Government to the State; the same equivalent to a deed, legal title, therefore this property was in the State up to the time of the sale some two months, which sale was legally advertised in accordance with the law governing the sale of State lands and was sold as advertised. Portions of this tract was surveyed in to a townsite and the patent for said lots will issue out of this department just as promptly as the business of the office will permit. The payment in full having heretofore been made to the State by the purchaser. Let the skeptical and doubtful minded read, digest the above letter from the Register's office and then let them vote in our Deerfield contest. Our ballot box at 2561 Washington Ave., Denver, Colo. Be not afraid the State of Colorado has received all your money and not any single individual and the State of Colorado will stand by all of the transactions of the Land Board. Even if that condition did obtain, could not the same be adjusted at the expense of the State, so why worry, agitate, confuse and confound the facts to suit some whims or desires of or some prejudices of some people who are opposing the Deerfield colony. Don't take anybody's word for this, but write, call, phone or investigate by attorney and learn for yourself before you criticise or condemn. The patent was not filed for reasons which Weld county officials feared might result in the loss to the county, certain taxes, if filed after a certain period. And by Tuesday of next week the patent will be on record. GOLD MEDAL FOR AFRO-AMERICAN WHO STOPS LYNCHING First Year Medal is to be Awarded and There is Great Curiosity as to the Probable Choice of Committee----Practically No Restriction Upon the Award. New York, April 25.—Ex-President Wm. H. Taft has accepted membership on the committee which is to award the Spingarn medal this year for the highest and noblest achievement by an Afro-American man or woman during the year just past. This medal, which is given annually by Dr. Joel E. Spingarn, chairman of the board of directors of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, will be awarded at the sixth annual conference of that association which takes place in Baltimore on the 3d, 4th and 5th of May. The donor has made practically no restrictions upon the award, merely authorizing it to be bestowed, "with appropriate ceremonies, upon the man or woman citizen of the United States who shall have made the finest achievement during the preceding year in any field of elevation or honorable human endeavor." The committee is authorized to decide for itself what particular act deserves the highest acclaim, and it may choose any field, whether "intellectual, spiritual, physical, scientific, commercial, educational, or any other." This is the first year the medal is to be awarded and there is great curiosity as to the probable choice of the committee. A clause in the deed of gift provides that the committee may withhold the medal in any given year if no achievement seems to merit an award. In that event it is permitted to use the money, amounting to $100, for the creation of medals for second and third prizes in succeeding years. The Committee on Award, which is appointed by directors of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, consists this year of William H. Taft, Oswald Garrison Villard, editor of the New York Evening Post, Dr. James H. Dillard of the Jeanes, and Slater Funds; President John Hope of Morehouse College, Atlanta; and Bishop John Hurst of the A. M. E. Church, Baltimore, who is Chairman.—The Chicago Defender. V. T. HOGGATT. DENVER, COLORADO, SATURDAY, MAY 2, 1914 Grand Master of Masons Appeals To The Craft of Masonry In Defense Of Robert Harris and His Family's Lives. Let Everybody Give Something, Even Let The Children Give Their Pennies For The Defense Of Their Future. When Robert Harris, after being horribly beaten and mistreated, shot and killed in self defense the police officers, (unlawful intruders into his home, in the eyes of the law) he put one more rivet in the security of the Negroes' liberty in Colorado and cemented a bond of affection, which in the years to come, young Colorado Negroes will be proud to relate. He willingly offered his life for the defense of his old mother and father and for his sacred home. For that he had to kill two unlawful intruders and now he needs money to pay for his second trial. The honest and upright judges of our State Supreme Court have said that he did not have a fair trial and that error was committed in the trial of the case. They even hinted that it was a doubt in their minds whether at any time (as shown by the evidence) that any misdemeanor had been committed that day. Let us celebrate the 4th of July by sacrificing for this worthy cause. The union men of this state (every craft) is taxing itself to maintain and win the coal strike; countless sacrifices are being made for their cause by them. That is the cause of bread and butter. Will the Negro of Colorado say by his indifferent and unsupported action, a valuable life, which has been laid upon the altar of public opinion and trial, is less to him than a mere existence? MEN who have families and love them; who are property owners, citizens and Christians, help in this cause. Women of Colorado, God's chosen vessels of life, purity and protection of our homes, our lives, our all, you too help in this righteous cause. Little children, even upon you, we depend, in this our latest hour, to make some sacrifice and give your pennies, so that your homes may not be invaded by irresponsible persons and may remain inviolate. Especially to the ministers of the gospel are we directing this appeal. Will not you allow one Sunday morning's or afternoon's collection to go and assist this imprisoned brother, who has suffered for all of Colorado; that our liberty may be more secure? The money is needed to do the second time what they did the 1st time; see that he can get a fair trial, if not, go to the Supreme Court again. We are only paying the price of our liberty and just what is due us. Hear what Grand Master Rector says in his appeal to the Craft and to the public: Some several months ago, your attention was called to the urgent need of rendering aid to Robert Harris, who was to be tried on the charge of murder. Our Grand Lodge and several lodges, after a thorough investigation of the circumstances of the homicides with which Bro. Harris and his [Picture of a man with a dark face and a white shirt with a dark tie. The background is a solid black oval.]] father were charged, decided that they were within their fraternal rights and donated various sums of money to help in defraying the expenses of the trial. After the conviction of Bro. Harris and his father, a second appeal reached the public for tunds which was to make an appeal to the Supreme Court of Colorado. Some weeks ago the Supreme Court Dear Brethern: An Appeal To The nths ago, your att tendering aid to Roh arge of murder. C a thorough investi gides with which Craft. this ago, your attention was called forering aid to Robert Harris, who was of murder. Our Grand Lodge morough investigation of the circums with which Bro. Harris and T. S. RECTOR decided that they rated various sums of the trial. At father, a second app as to make an decided that they were within their and various sums of money to help of the trial. After the convictive her, a second appeal reached the to make an appeal to the Sup passed upon the Robt. Harris appeal and in a lengthy decision the court held that error had been permitted in the trial and remanded the case for retrial. I received a letter from the mother of Robt. Harris in which she states that there must be raised $500 to be expended in the trial that comes up in a few weeks. Efforts are now being made to raise the $500 by the 1st of May. Bro. Harris was sentenced to hang. The Supreme Court decided that he did not have a fair trial. He must soon face another trial, and I have the belief that this trial will result in his acquittal. His attorney has been faithful and has stood by him like a brother. Now I want you to read a part of the Court's decision and remember we are brethern and members of a race that rarely gets a "square deal," think well of yourselves, your obligations, your race pride and the needs of a man who has no reason to be ashamed of the courageous defense of his home, his kindred, and his own honor as a son and as a man. We take especial pride in the fact that the Supreme Court of our own state, Colorado, has declared itself in favor of a new trial. We must, in maintaining our own self respect, hear the cry of this broken hearted wife and mother and give liberally toward the expense of the coming trial. Says the Supreme Court: "If the evidence of the defendant and his witnesses is to be believed, it shows circumstances tending to excite a sudden heat of passion occasioned by the alleged unjustifiable and unlawful act of the officers. Whether it is to be believed was not for the Court to determine, but was a question of fact to be passed upon by the jury. The fact the defendant may have claimed that he was acting through fear of the danger, not only to his own life, but to that of his father and mother is not incompatible with the defense of manslaughter, nor inconsistent with the position that if his testimony and that of his witnesses is true, that the actions of the officers were sufficient to instill within him a sudden heat of passion, irresistable or involuntarily sufficient to cause him to commit the crlmes alleged." We believe that justice will be done brother Robert Harris. His father is in the penitentiary at Canon City, serving practically a life sentence for the part he took in defending his home, his wife and his son. May justice be done. Send your contribution to me. DO NOT DELAY. will give you a receipt. I will show you at the Grand Lodge the receipts that I shall receive from the mother or father, or from the attorney in the case. Fraternally yours. The following donations were received: Rocky Mt., No. 1 Masons, $5, Taka Art Club Denver, $5, Rocky Mt. Court, No. 3, $5.00, Pike's Peak Lodge, No. 5, F. and A. M., Colorado Springs, $5.00, Arapahoe Lodge, No. 2936, G. U. O. of F., Denver, $10.00, Household of Ruth, No. 376, Denver, $5.00, Centennial Lodge, No. 4. F. and A. M., Denver, $10.00, Rising Sun Lodge No. 3, F. and A. M., Pueblo, $10.00, Chas. Miller, Denver, $5.00. Victor Herbert's four part arrangement of J. Rosamond Johnson's dialect song, "Since You Went Away," which is being used by the choral classes of colleges in the South is both effective and beautiful.—The Crisis. Mrs. Maud Cuney Hare and Mr. W. R. Richardson are engaged in joint recitals and lecture recitals at colleges and in the principal city of the Southwest. Mr. J. Rosamond Johnson, song writer and pianist, has returned from England,where he lately appeared in a new musical comedy act at the London Pavilion. Mr. Johnson's first appearance since his return was at the New Standard Theatre, Philadelphia, Pa., during the week of March 16. He was assisted by Mr. Thomas Brown. Announcement has been made of plans to erect a theatre, with a seating capacity af 1,000, for the use of colored people of Norfolk. Va. The theatae is to cost $50,000 and will be used for vaudeville and moving picture attractions.—The Crisis. FIVE CENTS A COPY. appeal and in a lengthy decision been permitted in the trial trial. The mother of Robt. Harris in last be raised $500 to be ex-ump in a few weeks. Efforts are 500 by the 1st of May. To hang. The Supreme Court fair trial. He must soon face belief that this trial will re-ney has been faithful and has Now I want you to read a part member we are brethern and gets a "square deal," think tions, your race pride and the reason to be ashamed of the e, his kindred, and his own. We take especial pride in the our own state, Colorado, has new trial. We must, in maine-ear the cry of this broken liberally toward the ex- If the evidence of the defen-believed, it shows circumstan-heat of passion occasioned by unlawful act of the officers. Was not for the Court to deter-act to be passed upon by the may have claimed that he was anger, not only to his own life, other is not incompatible with or inconsistent with the posi-that of his witnesses is true, were sufficient to instill within, irresistable or involuntarily mit the crlmes alleged." I will be done brother Robert Harentiary at Canon City, serving the part he took in defending May justice be done. me. DO NOT DELAY. Show you at the Grand Lodge from the mother or father, e. Fraternally yours, TITUS S. RECTOR 2716 Welton Street. received: $5, Taka Art Club Denver, $5.00, Pike's Peak Lodge, No. Springs, $5.00, Arapahoe Lodge, er, $10.00, Household of Ruth, ennial Lodge, No. 4, F. and A. an Lodge No. 3, F. and A. M., Denver, $5.00. Mrs. Maud Cuney Hare and Mr. W. R. Richardson are engaged in joint recitals and lecture recitals at colleges and in the principal city of the Southwest. George W. Castone. a colored waiter in St. Paul, Minn., is attracting attention to his painting, which he does in spare time. While he does some creditable work in water colors, his oil paintings are his best efforts. Castone has had only three or four lessons and at present is unable to study further because of lack of means.—The Crisis. J. H. Cobb, a salesman for the St. Louis (Mo.) seed Company, and many other employees, when pinioned under a wall which collapsed and took down a part of the seed building, were rescued with great difficulty by a Negro whose name is not known. The Crisis. Church News PEOPLE'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH E. 23RD AVE. AND WASHINGTON ST. PASTOR, J. A. THOS- HAZELL S. T. B. SERMON TOPICS, SUNDAY, MAY 3: 11 A. M., "THE CHURCH WITH- OUT CHRIST." 4:15 P. M., Y. P. S. C. E. 5 P. M., MONTHLY MUSICAL RECITAL WITH ORCHESTRA. Everybody is cordially invited to witness the program at 5 p. m. Program. Organ Prelude, "The Pilgrims' Chorus" —Wagner. Hymn 714, "My God I Thank Thee"— Wentworth. Invocation. Overture, "La Morsaria"—Morse. Morrison's Orchestra. Anthem, "Go Forward, Christian Soldier"—Volpe. Trombone Solo, "Calyval"—Rodney. Mrs. M. E. Morrison. Baritone Solo, "Consume Them"—Mendelssohn. Mr. Yocum Reid. Paper, "Music in the Sanctuary," Mrs. G. Marshbanks-Campbell. Soprano Solo, "Let Joyous Peace Reign Everywhere"—Robyn. Mrs. Pearl Rose. Offertory, "To a Wild Rose"—McDewell. Interlude, "Lion Du Bal"—Gillett. Morrison's Orchestra. Anthem, "Magnificat"—Hattersley. Benediction. Hymn 620, "Hark! Hark! My Soul"—Vox Angelica. Organ Postlude, Selection 2, Gems for the Cabinet Organ, Vol.1, Battmann Organist, Mr. Valaurez Spratlin. Director, J. A. Thos-Hazell, S. T. B. Every worshipper is reminded to "Not appear before the Lord empty; every man shall give as he is able according to the Lord thy God, which He hath given thee." BETHLEHEM BAPSTIST CHURCH. REV. A. E. REYNOLDS, PASTOR. 3148 Lafayette. Phone Y 7647. Sunday School at 9:45. Preaching, 11 a.m. B. Y. P. U., 7 p.m. Preaching, 8 p.m. After preaching the hand of fellowship will be given to all persons who joined the church during the past month, and the administration of the Lord's Supper. Let every member try to be present. Owing to the inclement weather last Sunday, the sermon for the Miscellaneous club by Rev. Jas. Washington was postponed until the second Sunday in May at 3 p.m., when the sermon will take place. The clubs are all organized and working for our grand rally that will take place June 14th. On Saturday night, May 2nd, Club No. 8, Mr. Daniel Rease, captain, will give a fish fry at his residence, 2618 Welton, in rear of the Contee home. May 11th, apron and necktie social by Club No. 7, Mrs. Clara Bass, Capt. by Club No. 7, Mrs. Clara Bass, Capt. May 14th, concert by the young ladies of Club No. 2, Mrs. Cora Robinson, captain. Tickets are now in the hands of the sellers. Miss Lucile Turner, of 1132 32nd street, is on the sick list. Mrs. Smith, sister of Miss A. Fountain, is at the Mercy hospital suffering with a sprained ankle and rheumatism. Let us remember them in our prayers. CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH. Corner Twenty-fourth and California Streets. Rev, P, J. Price, Pastor, 3012 Marion Street. Sunday School lesson, "The Prodigal Son" (temperance lesson). W. A. Moore, Supt. J. W. Hardy, Asst. Supt. B. Y. P. U. topic, Twelve Great Verses; V., The Faith Verse. Heb. 11:1. Consecration meeting. Miss N. Tyler, leader. Mrs. Scott is on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Mitchell died Monday, April 27th, at 5:30 p. m., at the residence of her sister, Mrs. L. Irving, 2910 Glenarm place. Funeral services at the residence Sunday at 2 p. m. Rev. P. J. Price will officiate. Watch for the tambourine and flag drill, May 7th, and also the Pond Lily Art Club, May 5th. Do not forget the Mission Circle fair, May 19, 20, 21. Outing to Rocky Mountain Lake for Progressive Club, May 30. Look out for the excursion to Idaho Springs, July 23rd. Interest the church. Past regrets and future fears and yesterday's knowledge may not be sufficient for today's problem, so patronize the Elite Drug Co. for all your wants. NOTES OF THE ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. Twenty-fourth Avenue and Ogden St. David E. Over, Pastor. Residence, 2356 Humboldt St. The pastor was called out of the city last Thursday by the sudden death of his brother-in-law, W. T. McKnight, for many years a prominent citizen of Topeka. He hopes to return some time next week. Because of the absence of the pastor, the reception to the new members of the church is postponed until next Friday, May 8th. The all-day prayer and Bible conference is also postponed to Thursday, May 15th. It is hoped that the ladies will be present that morning at 10 o'clock. The Men's Bible class luncheon will be given Tuesday, May 12th. Every man in the congregation is urged to spend a social hour at lunch, which is to be followed by the regular study. The Sunday School teachers and students of the Training Class will meet at the usual hour the coming week. The communion service has been postponed until the second Sunday, at which time it is hoped that every person who can be present will partake of the service. The dates for the annual May Festival have been set for May 27, 28 and 29. An elaborate musical programme will be rendered each evening, one of which will be in the nature of a testimonial to Mrs. Lillian Hawkins Jones. This will be the most pleasurable entertainment of the season. CAMPBELL CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH, CORNER 23RD AND LAWRENCE 8TS. REV. JAMES WASHINGTON, PASTOR. Sunday School at 9:45 a. m. Preaching at 10:45 a. m. Regular monthly sacrament. Preaching at 7:45 p. m.; subject, "The Law of Utility; Man's Relations to 'God and Nature.'" Allen's Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p. M. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. Thursday evening, May 7th, the W. M. Society will serve dinner from 7 to 10 o'clock. The menu will consist of chitterlings, fish, ice cream and cake. At 8 o'clock a program will be rendered by the members of the society. The Stewardess Board will give a trolley party Tuesday evening, May 12, 1914. Cars leave 23rd and Larimer streets at 8 o'clock sharp. Refreshments will be served on the cars. Tickets, 25c. Mrs. Hattie King, chairman Campbell's great rally, set apart for June 7, to raise $1,500, will endeavor to raise that amount by states. The state raising the largest amount will be given first prize; the one reporting the next largest amount will be given a prize also. Great enthusiasm is being manifested in the different states. We hope everyone will represent their state (birthplace) by contributing to the governor of their respective states. Watch this column for the names of the governors. SHORTER CHAPEL. Washington and Twenty-third Sts. Rev. Robert L. Pope, Pastor. Tomorrow will be quarterly meeting day at Shorter and the usual large attendance on such occasions is anticipated. Presiding Elder A. M. Ward will preach at the morning and evening hours and the Rev. D. Smith, the newly appointed pastor of Scott's M. E. church, will preach the quarterly communion sermon at 3 o'clock p. m. Rev. Washington, the choir, officers and members from Campbell, and the choir, officers and members from Scott's will unite with us in this service. We welcome our friends from all churches. Our third quarterly conference will be held Tuesday evening, May 5th, at 8 p. m. Every officer is urged to be present and it is hoped that every auxiliary will be represented by a written report. The annual election of officers of the Allen Christian Endeavor League was held Sunday evening, with the following result: President, R. C. Brown; vice president, Cetwayo Von Dickersohn; secretary, Miss Anna Mae Hall; assistant secretary, Mrs. Rebie I. Brown; corresponding secretary, Miss Verona Mason; treasurer, Miss Eliza Miller; organist, Mrs. Beatrice Childs; assistant organist, Miss Madie G. Nelson; chorister, Mrs. J. A. Waldon. The annual report rendered showed that for the past year the average attendance had been 101.3 and that this organization of young people has raised for local purposes $54.78. Our Mite Missionary Society observed Founder's day Sunday evening last with an unusually strong program. The work of our local society was handled cleverly by Mrs. R. N Nelson. Our duty to the man that is down was treated interestingly by Mrs. R. C. Brown. Y. M. C. A. Secretary McKenny presented a happy and informing discussion of Christianity and the changing order of society. His production easily measured up to what would be expected from a representative of Oberlin University. Though the inclement weather prevented a large attendance, the program did not descend to the size of the audience, but lifted the congregation up to the elevation of the program. Sister Viola Anderson, who crossed the Jordan Sunday morning last, was buried from Shorter chapel Thursday afternoon with the pastor officiating. Miss Anderson being just 17 years old at the time of her death, the presence of our junior choir was appreciated the more. Our heart goes out in sympathy to the bereaved parents and relatives. Sisters Mary Still, 2854 Tremont, Mae Stell, 2238 Clarkson, and America Findley, 2816 High, and Brother Thos. R. Herron, 922 Santa Fe drive, are on our sick list. Let the church pray for their recovery. The anniversary exercises of the Widows' Club, held at Shorter Thursday evening of last week, demonstrated the fact that Denver has a bunch of popular widows. This is why the club has to struggle so hard to keep up a big membership. COLORADO SPRINGS. Mr. McRhson spent several days in the Springs last week, returning to Trinidad Wednesday. Rev. Scott, of Raleigh, S. C., a widely known evangelist, preached at St. John's Baptist church Sunday. Mrs. Bardford of West Monument street was in Denver two or three days last week on business. The Trinity Baptist church has organized a literary society known as the People's Lyceum, with Mr. Henry Green, president. At the election of officers of Epiph any church Mr. Jas. Macon was elected president of the advisory board. Mrs. Maude Jenkins president of the Guild, and Mr. Wm. French phoirmaster. The Young People's Guild of Payne chapel is having very interesting meetings every Tuesday night in the lecture room of the church. The supper given by the Ladies Aid Society at Mrs. Jennie Henderson's Thursday night was very successful. ALAMOSA NEWS. Mr. and Mrs. Js. Ball entertained at a four-course birthday dinner in honor of Mrs. J. H. Hayes last Sunday. Covers were laid for seven. Mrs. Wm. Stripling visited her ranch last week. She will move out as soon as school is out. The Social Art Club met with Mrs. J. H. Hayes Thursday afternoon of last week. Presiding Elder Lovell of Durango spent two days with Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Hayes. Mrs. Edna Hayes has settled on her ranch in Deerfield. SHERIDAN, WYO., NEWS. Morning service Rev. B. F. McCully preached a soul-stirring sermon from Job, 14th chapter and 14th verse, "If a Man Die Shall He Live Again." At 3 o'clock in the afternoon the Sunday School rendered an excellent program, of which much credit is due Mrs. M. May and Mrs. J. Shute for the special effort. A choral class of boys and girls furnished the music. At the organ Mrs. H. Love and Miss Lee. The solo, "He Is Risen," by Miss Lee, was highly appreciated. After the passing of eggs to the children and the collection raised, Mrs. Lizzie Richards on Mrs. Cora Landis presented the church a beautiful silver individual communion service, Mrs. Richards making the presentation speech and Mrs. J. Shutes presented the altar cloth. Evening service program at 7:30. Special Easter music, consisting of anthems; "Hosanna," by Leslie; "I Know That My Redeemer Liveth," by Handel. Mrs. Clara B. Seymour presided at the organ and J. H. Nathan with his cornet. The following program was carried out: Paper, "Easter," by Mrs. B. F. McCully, housewife; hymn, Mrs. J. Shute; solo, "Calvary," Miss Lee; paper, "Resurrection," Mrs. Lizzie Richards; song by the choir, "The Easter Altar Cloth"; paper, "He Arose From the Dead," Mrs. Mosbe May; recitation, "Our Risen Lord," Miss Hazel Chigginton; paper, "A Plea for Missions," Mrs. Ada Lewis. The church decorations were profuse in lilies, potted plants and American Beauty roses, said to be the prettiest in the history of the church. A beautiful vase of carnations was presented by the Woman's Rose Leaf Club. Mr. and Mrs. Seymour and Mrs. Richards are moving to Blue Bell ranch for the summer. Mrs. Seth Andrew pleasantly entertained Easter at dinner Mrs. Shields of Billings. Mrs. Richards, guest of Mrs. Seth Andrews, at a dainty Easter luncheon. SALT LAKE CITY ITEMS. Mr. E. T. Washington is in the city with his brother and expects to remain and will have his family here with him from Omaha in a few days. Mr. Bert Holley of Colorado Springs after spending about two years in Salt Lake City, lost his health and returned to his home in a serious condition. It is said he has consumption. It is reported from Provo that Mr. Steel, the son of Mrs. Marquet, is improving very fast. He was sent to the Utah stgte asylum for treatment. He had a fall about two and a half years ago and fractured his skull and afterward it affected his mind. Mr. Jake Henderson has quit the railroad and came back to the Hotel Utah, where he classes himself as a service man. Mr. S. E. Ridge of Kansas City has some to the Hotel Utah to assist Mr. Neal on the floor. Capt. Keys has left the Hotel Utah for Houston, Texas, with a stop-over in Denver, Colo. He has a daughter in Houston teaching school. Mr. Henry Henderson of Oakland, Calif., is now located in Salt Lake City. Mr. Thomas Smith, who was one of the crew of waiters at the Hotel Utah who was compelled to leave Salt Lake on account of his health, is in Phoenix, Arizona, and writes that he is feeling better. Rev. Allen Newman preached his farewell sermon Sunday evening, Apr. 19th, and left the next day for sunny California before returning to his home in Pennsylvania. Mr. Jim Bradley of Boise, Idaho, spent the greater part of the week in Salt Lake City with his many friends. He left for Boise, where he is conducting a club. The entertainment that was given by the Progressive club was a financial success and was well patronized. Mr. Sam Hawkins was taken very ill and compelled to return to his home in Los Angeles. He was employed on the Los Angeles Limited. Mr. Howard Finley left Hot Springs last Friday morning for Salt Lake City and will return to the Hotel Utah to join the crew of waiters he was originally with. Mrs. Burton has returned to Salt Lake City after traveling extensively for her health. She is stopping at the present with Mrs. Wm. Gwinn. Mr. F. Stewart has returned to the Hotel Utah after a stay in Kansas City of about a year. He is on the floor assisting the officers in maintaining their delire of good service. Mrs. H. W. Orsban is very ill at her home on East First South. her home on East South. Rev. Brown of the A. M. E. church of Ogden was a visitor at Salt Lake City Tuesday. There are some very interesting numbers on the program at the Literary Society and they are proving very beneficial to the young people. TRINIDAD NEWS. Mr. N. F. Steele, a pioneer resident of this city, died last Saturday of pneumonia. He was a faithful member of Grace chapel and Simpson's Rest Lodge No. 10, A. F. & A. M. The funeral was held Monday from Grace chapel. The services were conducted by the Masons. The floral offerings were beautiful. He leaves a wife, two sons and a brother to mourn his death. Mr. A. J. Steele of Walsenburg attended the funeral of his brother Monday. Messrs. Pink, Noble and Rivers Steele of Walsenburg attended the funeral of their uncle, N. F. Steele. Mr. O. Steele of Albuquerque, N. M., arrived here Sunday to attend the funeral of his father. Mr. Joe Brown of Denver attended the funeral of his nephew, N. F. Steele. Miss Lena Daniels of Denver is visiting her mother, Mrs. H. Woodson. Mrs. S. W. Garth has returned from Denver, where she visited her daughter, Mrs. E. Gaines. Mrs. C. Thomas of Clebourne, Texas, stopped over here to visit Mrs. J. M. Stone. She was accompanied by her two sons and daughters. They are en route to Los Angeles. Rev. A. M. Ward stopped over here to visit Rev. J. M. Endicott. Mrs. C. A. Woodard and Miss Naomi Harrison of Raton visited friends here last week. Messrs. W. Johnson and J. C. Spurlock of Raton were in the city last week to attend the funeral. Miss Novella Patton entertained a dozen friends Saturday in honor of her fourteenth birthday. Refreshments were served by the hostess' mother. Dr. Randall Johnson of Chicago was here visiting friends and relatives last week. He has not been here since he graduated here several years ago. He is now a successful dentist in Chicago. DEPOSIT YOUR VOTES IN THE BALLOT BOX AT 2561 WASHINGTON AVE. VOTE YOUR FAVORITE. CASH FOR THREE MONTHS' SUBSCRIPTION EARN'S 10 VOTES; FOR SIX MONTHS, EARN'S 50 VOTES, AND FOR ONE YEAR, 100 VOTES. GET IN THE RACE. NO NAMES WILL BE CONSIDERED IN THE CONTEST WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED BY MAY 9, 1914. CHILD CROSS? FEVERISH? SICK? A cross, peevish, listless child, with coated tongue, pale, doesn't sleep; eats sometimes very little, then again ravenously; stomach sour; breath fetid; pains in stomach, with diarrhea; grinds teeth while asleep, and starts up with terror—all suggest a Worm Killer—something that expels worms, and almost every child has them. Kickapoo Worm Killer is needed. Get a box today. Start at once. You won't have to coax, as Kickapoo Worm Killer is a candy confection. Expels the worms, the cause of your child's trouble. 25c, at your druggist. DUNBAR LITERARY SOCIETY VICTOR IN WEIGHTY DEBATE Hampton Students Argue Question of Philippine Independence. The Philippines should be given their independence immediately. This is not the decision of the United States congress nor of any official body. It is simply the idea of the Dunbar Literary society of the Hampton (Va.) institute that recently won the Adams prize debate dealing with the question, "Resolved, that the United States should now grant the Philippine Islands independence." The Douglass Literary society, which held the Hampton institute pennant for the school year 1913-14, offered some very strong arguments on the negative side. The Adams prize debate has done a great deal toward rousing in the Hampton students an interest in debating and public speaking. Mr. Elbridge L. Adams of New York city, who is the chairman of the executive committee of the New York Hampton association and a member of the board of directors of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, has offered for three consecutive years prizes in debating, consisting of gold fobs. Mr. Adams has also given prizes for the best essays on some general subject connected with the regular school debate. There is a growing feeling among those who are training colored students for efficient leadership that there is a real need of training them for effective public speaking since the graduates of colored schools and colleges are constantly called upon in public to express their thoughts. What the Voice of Missions Contains. The April number of the Voice of Missions contains many interesting stories and beautiful illustrations descriptive of Dr. J. W. Rankin's activities while on his recent trip to Africa. Among the leading articles are: "The West Virginia Mission Field," by R. R. Downs; "Popular Church Music," by J. F. Zimmerman; "Mission Study Course," part 3; worldwide missionary news, with a symposium on "As Church Unity Is Viewed by Clergy," and reports of conventions and conferences. 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Used from the Star will count on issued, March 14, 1914, criber for SIX months counts criber for ONE YEAR criber for THREE months 191 until further notice. State. All Work Guaranteed The Tailor repairing and Dyeing and Delivered DENVER, COLORADO Business Directory A merchant to succeed must a.m. to expand his business and his ideas. The two are necessary compliments to each other and should go hand in hand, consequently the Progressive and Practical man of affairs of this age is continually on the watch for new ideas and unexplored territories for the introduction of his commodities. All merchants and business men whose "ad" appears in this directory cater to your patronage. Give it to them and say you saw their "ad" in The Denver Star. It encourages them to advertise in our face papers. Those who don't advertise for your business, either don't care for it or feel that they will get it without solicitation. AUTOMOBILE SERVICE. Oliver Hardwick, stand 27th and Wetton St. Phones Champa 3262, York 2070. WET WASH. Sanitary—2535 Washington. A BIG, BIG CHANCE, only one in BARBER SHOP8. Carrie & Carrie—1225 21st St. The Jewell—1022 19th St. O. K. Shop—1834 Arapahoe. Elite—1223 19th St. The Star—2232 Larimer. Bolden Bros.—926 19th St. BIRDS. Sullivan Bird & Seed Store—534 15th St. CAFES. Oklahoma .....2731 Welton St Barnes Hotel—2716 Welton St. Keystone—1857 Champa St. CARPENTER. J. M. Nickerson, 2218 Champa street. COAL, FEED AND EXPRESS. Ham Brown—1314 21st St. C. W. Bridges—619 27th St. Anderson—2229 Washington. W. O. Simonds, 2029 Champa St. Carter—2415 Washington. The Little Cottage Coal Co., 1117 22nd St. CONFECTIONERS. Rice & Rice—7632 Welton. Julian's—2155 Larimer St. CENTIST. T. E. McClain—2802 Welton. DRUG STORES. Champa Pharmacy—20th & Champa. Ellite Drug Store...21st & Arapahoe Atlas Drug Co....2701 Welton EYE SPECIALISTS. Swigert Bros.—1550 California. FURNITURE AND REPAIRING. J. H. Biggins—1417 E. 24th Ave. The Welton Street Fur. Co.—2621 Welton. FURRIERS. Youman, 422-24 15th street. GROCERIES AND MARKETS. Walter East—2300 Larimer. W. S. Wren, 24th Ave. and Washington St. O. W. Glenn & Bro. ...2737 Welton St. Cash Process—2824 Welton St. HARDWARE. Five Points H. Co.—2643 Welton. HAIR SPECIALISTS. Pope Turnbo.—3100 Pine St., St. Louis Mme. M. I. Johnson—681 Shawmut Ave., Boston. The Leader—2108 Larimer. HALLS FOR RENT. Cern—2711 Welton. INSURANCE. Union Health & Accident Co.—Central Natl. Bank Bldg. Western Life & Accident Co.—Gas & Electric Bldg. LOANS AND REAL ESTATE. Colored American—913 21st St. A. J. Arfsten—2945 Larlmer. LAWYERS. George G. Ross—209 Kittredge Bldg. LIGHT AND FIXTURES. Decker & Co.—1432 Curtis St. LIQUORS. Zang B. Co.—Phone callup 295. Capitol Brewing Co., phone Champs 356. ORCHESTRA. Geo. Morrison Phone Hickory 1418 ORTHOPEDIC APPLIANCES. Wm. Jones—808 14th St. MUSIC INSTRUCTION. George Morrison, Violin—4343 Tajon St. PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS. Justiana Ford—2335 Arapahoe. SHOE REPAIRING. New Way—1857 Champa. Walter Cambers, 1023 18th street. THEATERS Grand .....2017 Larimer St Crescent .....2715 Welton St TAILOR. Sanitary Clothes Cleaners, 2622 Welton street. Southern.....2144 Stout St UNDERTAKERS. Douglas' Co.—182/ Arapahoe. WATCH REPAIRING. Wm. Voights—211 27th St. A BIG, BIG CHANCE, only one in a lifetime, you buy a 2-story brick on 1 lot, north front, Wetton near 29th, and we make you a present of the house and lot adjoining, all for $2,200. If you have some cash, call up Champa 455. The Colored American Loan & Realty Co., 913 1st st. Decision In Test Segregation Case. The recent segregation ordinance in the town of Winston-Salem, N. C., has been declared illegal. The new law was tried out in the case of the town of Winston-Salem against William Darnell, an Afro-American property owner. The case was tried in the state supreme court before Chief Justice Clark, who in giving his decision declared that the aldermen had no right to pass this ordinance. Darnell won on the ground that the ordinance forbids property owners to rent or lease buildings to whomever they pleased and sanctions taking property without due legal process. NEW ENGLAND BAPTIST MISSIONARY CONVENTION Annual Meeting to Be Held In Bridgeport, Conn., June 18. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson, LL. D. president of the New England Baptist missionary convention, has issued the following call for the next annual meeting of the convention: "Washington, April, 1914. "To the Pastors, Sunday Schools and the Various Auxiliaries of the New England Baptist Missionary Convention, Greeting: "The New England missionary convention will convene in its fortieth annual session at Bridgeport, Conn., with the Messiah Baptist church, Rev. Dr. W. N. Morton, pastor, June 18, 1914. God has abundantly blessed the churches during the year with peace, prosperity and large additions to their membership. This means greater responsibility and intelligent effort to put increased membership at work for the Master, as well as stimulate the true and tried who have borne the burden and heat of the day. We want this session to be a record breaker from a financial viewpoint. Spiritually our sessions are always inspiring and edifying, but we do not put forth sufficient effort nor make the sacrifice we should raise money to carry on the work of the convention. All of us can send more money to the convention. Let us do so this year. "Our boards are calling for help. The widows' relief fund finds itself for the first time in its history without funds to pay the widows of deceased pastors what the convention orders. The churches should remember that the list of ministers' widows increases annually. Our faithful pastors, full of age and good works, are being called to their reward, and we are pledged to help their widows. "The home mission board is being flooded with requests of needy churches for aid to assist in paying for their property and contending for the faith at weak and destitute points in our conventional territory. "The educational boards must see to it that more money is sent to our institutions that we have fostered and that are doing a work that honors us as well as themselves, Virginia seminary makes the special request that we raise at least $500 to help erect its new building. This can be done if every alumnus of that institution will heed the call of his and her alma mater and if every old friend will renew his loyalty and keep the memory and work of Hayes, Bowling, J. B. Smith, Lee, Phillips, Miller and others alive. Union university. Clayton. Williams university and our own Northern university, located in and incorporated under the laws of the state of New Jersey, of which you will hear many encouraging things at Bridgeport, all call for help. Then there is our foreign mission work, which will never cease demanding our money until every knee shall bow and every tongue confess. "Open the doors wide to help our noble women in their work; encourage the people to give a larger donation to them, for they never waver in their support of the convention. They follow us everywhere and beautifully serve the churches and convention. Help and encourage them as you never have before. "The Sunday school convention is doing splendid work and must be supported. Send larger contributions and stronger delegations to keep the young of our churches. "Yours in behalf of the convention, "W. BISHOP JOHNSON, "President. 445 Fourth Street Northeast, Washington." THE LAND OF THE LION DRINK CAPITOL BEER The purity of Capitol Beer is demonstrated by its superior flavor and strength-giving qualities. It's capital. HAVE A CASE SENT HOME. Phone Champa 356. JEANES FOUNDATION FUND. Notable Progress Made In the Work Among Rural Schools. Dr. James Hardy Dillard of Charlotteville, Va., who is president of the Negro rural school fund (Jeanes foundation), gives the following figures for one month's work in Virginia: Supervising industrial teachers, 10; number of counties helped by these supervising teachers, 11; number of schools visited, 152; number of colored pupils in schools visited, 8.902; amount of salary paid by the Jeanes fund, $342.50; amount of salary paid by counties, $127.50 There are now 117 colored supervising industrial teachers at work under the general direction of Dr. Dillard, formerly of Tulane university, in thirteen southern states—Alabama, 11; Arkansas, 10; Florida, 6; Georgia, 15; Kentucky, 1; Louisiana, 12; Maryland, 2; Mississippi, 15; North Carolina, 15; South Carolina, 11; Tennessee, 5; Texas, 4, and Virginia, 10. In a single month these workers visited 1,429 schools, having an enrollment of 96,166. The Jeanes fund paid out in salaries $4,676.50, and the counties (110) paid the Jeanes teachers $920.67. The work that Dr. Dillard is doing shows what can be accomplished through co-operation. Big Event For Odd Fellows and Elks. Pittsburgh Patriarchie No. 39, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, and Iron City lodge No. 17. Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, will give a joint reception at Labor temple. Pittsburgh, Pa., on Monday evening. April 27. Each of these organizations has a large membership, and the coming turnout is expected to excel in numbers that of any previous joint assemblage of secret societies in Pitts- The Bridges Hat Co. Denver's Most Successful Hatters 1845 CALIFORNIA ST. Renovators and Bleachers of All Kinds of Men's and Women's Hats The Welton Street Furniture Company F. R. LINDENMIER, Prop. 2621 Welton Street All kinds of Repair Work neatly done. Rehnishing a specialty. New and Second- Hand Furniture bought and sold Sunshine Lamp 300 Candle Power FREE To Try in Your Home Measure Twas night in day. Given better light than gas, electricity or 12 ordinary lamps of one inch the cost. For Essent- ial use, the lamp is the most economical carry it. Bakes its own light from summer gasoline. Absolutely SAFE. COSTS $1 CENT A HISTORY Will pay for itself in ninety days. Best reading lamp in the world. No wick, no chimney, no mantle. Can be directly delivered by GUARANTEED 6 years. FOR SALE BY Liberal Commission for Agts. All kinds of Gasoline Light- ing Systems Repaired and Installed. A few Second Hand Plants For Sale. M. A. YORTY 2315 Arapahoe St. Denver, Colo. Walter Cambers BARGAIN SHOE REPAIRING WHILE YOU WAIT 1023 18th St. Bet. Arapahoe & Curie SEWED SOLES Ladies' - - 50c Men's - - 60c Heels - - 25c Rubber Heels - - 40c SHORT ORDERS AT ALL HOURS Don't Forget to Order a Case of 2609 Welton Street Denver, Col0. 2737 Welton St. Denver, Colo When in Need of, Anything About a Hog Except the Squeal 2300 Larimer St. Phone Main 461 HOME-MADE LARD and SAUSAGE A SPECIALTY A man holding a bunch of flowers. NOTICE. The Patrick-Lucas Realty Co., Rentals, Real Estate, Fire Insurance Phone Main 6239. 2561 Washington Ave. Phone Main 8625. DR. JUSTINA L. FORD OFFICE HOURS: 10 to 12 a. m., 2 to 4 p. m., 7 to 8 p. m. OFFICE AND RESIDENCE, 2333 Arapahoe Street, Denver. METHODIST "DOLLAR MONEY" Secretary John R. Hawkins Reporter $220,954.84 For Fiscal Year. Washington.—The report of Professor John R. Hawkins, financial secretary of the African Methodist Episcopal church, showed that nearly a quarter of a million dollars had been collected through the "dollar money" system during the fiscal year ending March 31, 1914. This, perhaps, is the largest amount ever collected in any one fiscal year, and an effort is being made to raise $1,000,000 before the next general conference to be held in Philadelphia in 1916. The financial department of the A. M. E. church is perhaps the greatest religious business organization of the race in America, and the official head—Professor John R. Hawkins, secretary—is one of the best trained men in business and finance in the race. The annual meeting of the board of directors for the purpose of auditing the books of the secretary was held at the headquarters, 1541 Fourteenth street, N. W., Washington, the third week in April, and the following members were present: M. W. Thornton, Boston; C. H. Murray, Baltimore; J. M. Gilmer, Cleveland, O.; J. C. Anderson, Chicago; J. R. Ransom, Kansas City, Kan.; R. H. Singleton, Savannah Ga.; M. W. Mance, Charleston, S. C. W. T. Strong, Jackson, Miss.; J. H. West, Montgomery, Ala.; E. J. Howard, Waco, Tex.; J. R. Starks, Tallahassee, Fla.; V. M. Townsend, Little Rock, Ark., and C. E. Allen, South Bend, Ind. Quick Service The opening hymn was lined by Dr. W, T. Strong, and Bishop W, H. Heard made the opening prayer. The following named visitors were introduced Bishops H. M. Turner, Atlanta, Ga. W. H. Heard, West Africa; Revs B. F. Watson, secretary of church extension; R. R. Wright, editor Christian Recorder, Philadelphia; W. Calvin Chase, editor of Western Bee; W. Finley Wilson, editor Washington Sun; A. L. Gaines, D. D., Baltimore; Rev. L. M. Beckett; Rev. W. H. H. Butler, Washington, Pa.; H. N. Newsom, D. D., Montgomery, Ala.; Charles Stewart, A. M., Chicago; Mrs. W. B. Derrick, Flushing, N. Y. Bishop H. Blanton Parks, D. D., of Chicago called the board to order, reminding the members that it was not a meeting for speechnaking, but a business meeting pure and simple. He said that the first thing in order would be the report of Secretary Hawkins. This official reported in detail all the transactions of his office, showing that there had been collected through the "dollar money" system $220,954.84, and the previous year the collections amounted to $207,961.80, an increase of $12,903.04. The report brought forth many comments, and the A. M. E. church was commended upon having such an able layman to conduct its affairs. Bishop Turner said he was proud to see that the church had produced such an able man. Editor W. Calvin Chase also spoke, commending the work of Secretary Hawkins. In the afternoon the committees reported, and the matters claiming the attention of the board concluded and the session closed. Secretary Hawkins served notice that an effort would be made to raise $1,000,000 during the quadrennium. Brooklyn to Have a Weekly Newspaper The Signet is the name of a new weekly paper which will make its appearance in Brooklyn on Friday, May 1. Herbert C. Miller will be its editor and Charles A. Brown will be the business manager. Rector N. Peterson Boyd of St. Philip's P. E. church is one of the promoters of the new publication. Young Lawyers Pass Bar Examination. Howard Gillard and Samuel Huffman were the successful Afro-Americans of a class of sixty-four young lawyers who passed their examination and who were recently sworn in by a supreme court justice as practicing attorneys in Columbus, O. Messrs. Gillard and Huffman each made high averages. Do You Know We Sollicit Your Patronage A New Dining Room now in connection with the Keystone Club. Strictly Home Cooking, First Class Service, Best Quality Food Eastern Corn-Food Meats FULL DINNER 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. including Fish or Meat, two Vegetable, Coffee, Tea or Cocoa, 25 Cents Columbine, Vienna Export or Pilsiner The BEERS Specially Brewed by the Best Work in Town. New, Modern and Up-to-Date Machinery COAL AND WOOD COMPANY You KNOW, still I want to TELL you that I give more in weight, free from dust and slate than any other dealer. When you order Wood with a Ton of Coal I give 14 SACKS FOR $1.00. BY THE CORD $1.40 Cheaper than any other dealer in the City. Cut the high cost of living by calling PHONE MAIN 7364 AT 1314 TWENTY FIRST ST. SYL STEWART, Manager Phone Champa 3533 1857 Cham Dining Room now in connection with the Club. Strictly Home Cooking, Fine, Best Quality Food Eastern Corn-Food. DINNER 11:30 a. m. to 8:30 p. m. including Fish, two Vegetable, Coffee, Tea or Cocoa, 25 Cent. ART ORDERS AT ALL HOURS Forget to Order a Case of Columbine, Vienna Export or Pilsiner The BEERS Specially Brewed by the Zang Brewing For Table Use Telephone Gallup 395 for a Trial Case Modern Shoe Repairing 5 POINTS Work in Town. New, Modern and Up Machinery Welton Street Denver R. W. GLENN & BROTH First Class Grocery and Produce . Phone Main 7732 Welton St. Denver in Need of, Anything A Hog Except the Squeal COME TO WALTER EAST Marimer St. Phone M MADE LARD and SAUSAGE A SH THE HAM BROWN DEAL AND WOOD COMPANY You KNOW, still I want to TELL you that I give more in weight, free from dust and slate than any other dealer. When you order Wood with a Ton of Coal I give BACKS FOR $1.00. BY THE CORD. Cheaper than any other dealer in the City. Cut the high cost of living by calling NE MAIN 7364 AT 1314 TWENTY FIRST Everybody Goes to the IAMPA PHARMA 20th and Champa Sts. Best Drugs, Chemicals, Patent Medic COLD DRINKS SERVED Prescriptions Our Specialty Main 2425 JAS. E. THRA GOODS DELIVERED TO ALL PARTS OF THE CITY Job Printing Work Guaranteed Us Se re ney at Sn le ee ae CHAS. S. MUSE, Editor. Dea eS ae G. G. 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SORCR os oe en ee ‘Communications to receive atvention must be newsy, upon important suv sects, plainly written only upon one side of the paper. No manuscript re warned unless stamps are sent fer postage. Entered as second class matter at the postofiice in the city of Denver, @elorado. UNIONISM VS. THE NEGRO. Bee etl CU ed NM tat de tiers heroes CRE De rice Ea to do good or evil. Where a good principle rests as a basis of an or- ganization or society, the results which naturally flow after such prin- ciple are good. If the society rests on a bad principle, such as color, race or religious line, hence bad results in- evitably follow. The American unions of today nearly all rest directly or in- directly upon the color and race line and the feeling in them is so strong that even when allowed to join the union, the Negro is discriminated against by his union brothers within the union which his hard earned dol- Jars supports. So that the Negro feels it is better to be a non-union man and work all the time than to be “a union man in good standing and work part of the time and starve the other unemployed period. Any union whose constitution openly declares for only “white” labor is an unfair union to the black, who must work like his white brother for the support of his family. Any union which will assess jts members 12 months in a year to create funds so that its grievance committee can run up and down the railroads presenting petitions and ‘memorials to the officials against Ne- gro train porters, who at the best scarcely eke out a living, is bad. Such has been the persistent course of the Brakemen’s union for the past ten years. On the Union Pacific and an- other eastern road running into Den- ver they have an agreement with the railroads not to employ any more Ne- gro train porters, but employ white brakemen instead. When properly organized and fair- ly conducted, the unions are a bless- ing, but when run, controlled and managed by unscrupulous, ignorant, tyrannical and prejudiced men, they are a curse to the nation and state. Union labor has dignified labor, kept up the standard of living wages, kept apace with the modern inventions, but it has caused many a Negro and his family to go hungry because of jts injustice to him, So why favor a society that is against you every inch of the way? Why not agree with Rockefeller, who declares he will maintain an “open shop” for all of humanity who must earn their living (like union men) by the sweat of their brows? What right has a white man, because he joins a society against you and pays a little dues, to so organize and work against you as to keep you and your family hungry because you happen to be as good a workman as he? The Star cannot help but think from the Negro’s point of view, as well as from the view point of those hard working, i: dus trious, independent Americans who prefer not to join the union and stand its oppressive fines and dues, that they, too, have some rights which even union men are bound to recog: nize and respect. OPENS BUSINESS IN KANSAS CITY, MO. Denver Woman Rising in Business World. Word comes to us that Mrs. Ella Starns, formerly proprietress of the Starns cafe of this city, has purchased a lovely hotel, “The Esplanade,” lo- Gated one block southeast of the new Union station in Kansas City, Mo. We are advised that the location is centrally placed and for that reason 1s an ideal business prospect. The hotel fs modernly furnished with beautiful furnishings, so tastefully arranged, of which she is so characteristic. The Star is gratified and we know her friends will also be pleased to know of her success in the new business Venture, and we cheerfully predict a wonderful business future for The Esplanade. Mrs. Starns is so well known to Denver and its society that one thinks of her pleasing and attrac: tive personality and her strong motto for a square deal for everyone and only relies upon her merits to win and CEE TAS | oe ee eat aa Pa ke oe een AT ner health: ‘Keep the patronage of the public. Her other valuable assets are good serv- ice with promptness and courteous treatment, with a “come back” smile which is always agreeable and pleas- ant. She has a keen business insight. ‘Mrs. Starns will welcome any of her former patrons and acquaintances and friends, and guarantees them every comfort and satisfaction in her line of endeavor. Assisting in the management of the New Esplanade will be her sister, Mrs. Mollie Allen, who is also well known in Denver, The Star recommends the “Esplanade,” which is one block southeast of the new Union depot, as the right place in the right location, managed by the right people, who are always right in service and accommo: dations. We voice the sentiment of her friends and extend our best wishes for their success in Kansas City, Mo. KEEP BOWEL MOVEMENT REGU- LAR. Dr, King’s New Life Pills keep stomach, liver and kidneys in healthy condition. Rid the body. of poisons and waste. Improve your complexion by flushing the liver and kidneys. “I got more relief from one box of Dr. King’s New Life Pills than any medi. cine I ever tried,” says U. E. Hatfield of Chicago, Ill. 25c, at your druggist. Can you play billiards? Stop at 2051 Champa St. JACK THOMPSON. Jack Thompson, who recently de- feated Bob Watkins for the heavy- weight championship of the Middle West on one round and is a contender for the world’s honors, will in the near future appear before the public in a contest with Young Peter Jackson of Salt Lake City, Utah, whose record is well known to the sporting world, or yd a. PNY A bs Le , Bye — ve a ‘ead Mm “Vo ly ee } 7 eh ee pin Be “a fa 1 “ pe oF “ey Ce. & Al Withers of Chicago, whose record is unexcelled among the new hopes. ‘Thompson's record: K. C. Jack Johnson, 10 rounds, de- cision; Ralph Calloway, 3 rounds, K O.; Al Gray, 10 rounds, draw; Smo- key White, 2 rounds, K. O.; Jeff Clark, ® rounds, lost decision; Jim Flynn, 5 rounds, no decision; Al Kauffman, 8 rounds, no decision; Thunderbolt Smith, 6 rounds, fight stopped by ref. eree to prevent knock out by Thomp- son, ‘ Phone York 1479 S. REED, Manager Office 2326 E. Colfax Ave. Works 1216-20 York St. 15 per cent Off by present- Ing this Ad. Y NEW ORDINANCE BREEDS STRIFE Measure Passod ln Worfolk, Va, Called Unjust. DENIES MANHOOD RIGHTS. | Ambition and Check the Progress of the Colored Citizens— Race’ Must | Contend For Justice. | whe recent adoption of a new segre- gation ordinance in Norfolk, Va., is causing no little unrest among the colored citizens against whose interest the measure is almed. ‘The first secre gation law adopted by the city was de- clared invalid, unreasonable aud w- just by Police Justice James 8. Bar ron and ruled out by Judge MeLemore of the city circult court. ‘The Journal and Guide, an influen. tial weekly edited by P. B. Young in Norfolk, Va., commenting at length on the new ordinance in an able editorial. in part says: “The new ordinance as adopted by both bodies of the city counell with only one dissenting vote differs from the old ordinance in one or two essen: tial parts. It establishes the right of the city to appeal by eliminating the jail sentence from the penalty for its Violation and under its provisions whether intended so to be or not—is operative in only such city blocks 3s are already ‘white’ or ‘black’ as. de fined by the ordinance. “The old ordinance defined a block as ‘white’ or ‘black’ in proportion to the number of white or colored resi dents in the block. Strange to say. the new law takes no cognizance of blocks occupied by both races. From a layman's point of view the ordinance merely anticipates a condition that may never exist. Still in {ts na! analysis it is as objectionable as the old ordinance inasmuch as in its less! aspects it abrogates the right of one dtizen to contract with another and is ‘a serious menace to the economle ai vancement and even existence of the Negro. “In order to conform to # legislative statute it is framed to ‘prevent con filct and ill feeling between the white ‘and colored races in the city of Nor folk and to preserve the public pence and promote the general welfare by making reasonable provision requfting the use of separate blocks for residents for white and colored people respec- tively.’ “In this particular it is = misnomer. No arbitrary law, no manner of class legislation can prevent ill feelinz be- tween the races. On the other hand, it can only serve to accentuate race prejudice and ts of itself a practical demonstration of ill feeling between the races. As Dr. James B. Dudley has wisely sald, ‘That government 1s Dest that governs least—that places no unnecessary restrictions and handicaps upon the activities of the people,’ “Phe vote in the common counci! was almost unanimous, only one member, Jobn J. Pitt of Washington ward vot- ing against it. Mr. Pitt made 1 state: ment before casting his vote to the ef- fect that he ‘did not think the meas: ure was just to the colored residente of the city. I cannot get the consent of my conscience to vote for it, and for that reason make this statement before voting, Mr. Pitt also said that he ‘did not subscribe to the doctrine that “might makes right” and that be regarded human rights above property rights.’ “Those were lofty sentiments. It requires great courage for a young southern white man to take that stand, He stood alone, which was not a rare thing. But it gives him more louor- able distinction because of having stood alone. ‘Tbe colored citizens of Norfolk, who have long suffered as the result of unjust restrictions, have written the name of Jobn J. Pitt npon » roll of honor, which is headed by the names of those princely Virzinin gentlomep, Tazewell Taylor und Jame 8. Barron. “We fail to recognize the necessity of a segregation ordinance tn Norfolk. ‘The Negro does not want to encroach upon the precincts which the white man has set aside for himself, He does not want to invade the white man's exclusive reservations. ‘The Ne- gro does want room for expansion, however. He cannot be restricted to an area inadequate to meet the de- mands of natural growth and survive the pressure of economic competition. ‘The Negro's fight against segregation is not @ fight to live with the white man, but a fight to live by himself, “We have been asked why the Negro objects to segregation. We do not ob- Ject to segregation as voluntarily prac: ticed by both races because of the nat ural law of selection which leads mem- bers of separate races to group togeth- er, which is a good and desirable thing in our situation, but we do object to segregation by legislation. because ‘ft stigmatizes us as legal undesirables: consigns us to undesirable localities: denies us participation in public dm- provements; subjects us to unsanitary conditions: increases our inconvem- fences; diminishes our accommoda- tions: deprives us of police protection: PRINCE AMONG — RACE WORKERS Professor J. M. Gandy's Car- _ ‘Teer as an Educator. MAN OF BROAD ATTAINMENTS Story of Services Rendered by the Ex- ecutive Secretary of a Great Con- servation Society In Virginia—For- sook the Classics For Field of More Urgent Human Needs. Petersburg, Va. — Professor J. M. Gandy of the state normal school, Petersburg, Va., the efficient executive secretary of the Negro Organization Society of Virginia, has had an inter- esting educational and professional ce- reer. He is a most useful race leader in spreading the doctrine of “better schools, better health, better homes and better farms.” He is a man who has the respect and confidence of white and colored Virginians. His story in barest outline follows: “] was born in Oktibbeha county. near Starkville, in Mississippi, on Oct. 31, 1870. I attended the county pub- Ra 3G Sa PM AE | ee me me ry oe eee ee ae ed _ ome a Me schools until 1880. Then I entered Jackson college, at Jackson, Miss., and was graduated in 1801. | entered Ober- lin academy in 1802 and remuined there for two years, leaving for the lack of means to continue my studies. Then I spent five years at Fisk unk ‘versity in Nashville and was graduated in the spring of 1808. “Before completing my course at ‘Fisk I was asked to take the work in Latin and Greek at the Virginia Nor- mal and Collegiate institute. For the first three years in this institution 1 taught all the Latin and Greek classes. When Governor Montague came into office he ordered the Latin and Greek taken out of the school. ‘Then I was elected the head of the work in peda. gogy. 1 have worked along this line for twelve years, teaching all the theo retical subjects during the regular ses sion of the school, as well as the peda- gogy and psychology during the sum mer school. ‘ “Since leaving college 1 have not abated my Interest in intellectual studies. I bave been, and continue to be. a staunch student in the subjects that I have to teach and in allied sub: jects. Professor W. T. B. Williams says that I have the largest and best assortment of book#on psychology and pedagogy that he knows of among col- ored men. I have read intelligently most of the best works on psychology, ethics. the history of education and methods of teaching.” Professor Gandy, prior to entering upon the work of the Negro Organiza- tion society, began in Chesterfield county to organize colored teachers. He started the movement that has since Jed to the securing of a county supervising teacher, In the State Nor- mal school at Petersburg he has organ- fred the Teachers’ Reading circle. which has helped to raise the tone and professional spirit of the school and has 4mproved the quality of work in and out of the classroom. He offers the following summary of ohe year’s work of the Negro Organ- ization society for better health and better education among the colored people of Virginia: Five graded school- houses built, $7.000 ralsed for. improv- ing six other schoolhouses, stimulation of the Interest of white and colored people in sanitary schools, homes and churches, the organization of school improvement leagues, preaching the gospel of ventilation, cleanliness and pure water supply and the hearty co- ‘operation of the Virginia atate health board. Professor Gandy. in short, is engaged in the work which affords him an ex- cellent opportunity of doing something well worth while for the advancement of tlie colored people and for the set: ting up of new and definite standards ‘of race progress. How John D. Jones Won His Promotion John D. Jones of Readville, Mass.. is the only Afro-American holding the position of rallrond ticket agent in Massachusetts or any other northern state of whom we have knowledge Mr. Jones won his promotion rolely on hix merit, working up from the poal- tion of fireman. porter ond general factotum. He is making good in his new ponition. s Insurance Companies _ Come and Go, But the | Union Health and Accident Co. Stays! UNION HEALTH and ACCIDENT POLICIES ALWAYS SATISFY CAPITAL AND SURPLUS $150,000.00 Harnanneirenns April 24, 1914. Union Health & Accident Co., Denver, Colo. Gentlemen: Your check for $270 in payment of my claim for indemnity on account of injury to left hand, has been received. You will please accept my thanks for your kind attention to the matter. Thanking you again, I am, Very truly yours, PATRICK F. ABEL. BERT PATRICK R. H. LEE 2631 Hnmboldt Street ; 1329 South Logan Phone York 6514 Phone Ellsworth 1773 Geo. Morrison's |J H. 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Grannies Ory | RV ap D aan ane bi REZGS > ee Doar ILLIA, jammy FLowEns: The Star Barber Shop and POOL ROOM First Class in every Particular Give US A TRIALS , 2232 Larimer St. Denver, Cole. hy Make it your business to trade with the store that employs colored help, or that advertises in the colored press, or that is friendly disposed toward the Negro. Put sense and power in the spending of your money. The STAM stands by the people. Will the people stand by the START If 80, give us your job printing and advertising. mS, [HENRY FLOWERS Mer. és Houses and Rooms All “ads’ appearing in these columns are at the rate of 5¢ per line if rua by the issue, or soc monthly, to be paid in advance, as we have no colfector for this depart ment. No “ads” taken over the phone. ee The Best List In the City to Choose From. SOUTHEKN tame ~~ “~~ Wher healthy FOR RENT—Neatly furnished rooms for man and wife or for ladies. York 1765; 2431 Ogden St. Mrs. Nannie King-Johnson. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms by day, week or month. Rates reason- abie. Phone Main 5011. 2347 Arapa- hee St. Mrs. Person, Prop. WANTED—‘. Ernest McClain, A. B. D. D. S.—Sundays and nights by appointment. Office hours, 8 a. m. to 12 m,, 1 p.m, to 6 p. m._ Office, 2802 Welton St., Rondelein Bidg., phone Main 7416. Res., 823 32nd St., phone Main 8397. The Elite Barber Shop and bath rooms, 1223 19th St. Geo. C. and Lil- lian £ ample, props. Cas ‘le & Carrie—Tonsorial parlor, hand and electrical face massage. Call 1225 21st street. Phone, Res. York 7335. J. W. Carrie, Sr., and J. W. Car. sie, Jr., props. The Jewel Barber Shop, 1022 19th St. First-class tonsorial artists. G. B. Richardson and D. O. Simpson. Anderson & Son, express, coal and wood, 2239 Washington St., phone Champa 1174, Residence, 2431 Court TL, Denver, Colo. FOR RENT—A specious room at 2922 Welton St. with all modern con- veniences; use of kitchen; on car line; everything to make life pleas- ant. FOR RENT—Niely furnished rooms in modern house; suitable for man and wife, or ladies who work out. 2933 Welton Street. Mrs, D. C. Stro- sier, We rent and sell anything from a STABLE to a MANSION. Bring your business, whether large or small. You will find our service the best. The Colored American Loan and Realty Co,, 913 Twenty-first street. I will sell you the best massage vibrator, the White Cross, for $10.00, as good as any $25.00 machine made. Call or write to Vibrator Co., 538 14th atreet. HOTEL HILDRETH. Nice, clean, airy rooms, Stricuy uiodern house, close in; rooma from $1.50 up. 2152 Arapahoe. Phone Main 7007. Mrs, Lillian Horn, Prop. FOR RENT—Nice 4-room house on &@t. Paul street, in 1400, modern ex- cept bath; rent $14, See The Colored American’ Loan & Realty Co., 912 2iet St. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms in modern house, very close in. 629 224 fit. Mrs. Sanford, phone Champa 761. Nicely furnished rooms in moderg touse, suitable for single or married persons, $1.50 per week and upward. Phone Champa 3517. Mrs. E. Fugit, 2856 Welton St. Particular rooms to rent to parile- alae people in a particular neighbor- food. Rates reasonable. Car service, modern accommodations. Mrs. Tur- fer, phone York 1633, 2504 Clarkson. —PE43. €OR RENT—Two nicely furnished ‘rooms at 2809 Welton St. On car line. Rates reasonable. FOR RENT—Two furnished apart- ments in a modern house, 709 21st St. rane Main 8(69. FOR RENT—Two front rooms with reat'sleéping porches, and other pleas- <ant-rooms. Mrs. Nelson, 2917 Marion street. FOR RENT—neatly furnished front room. 2515 Curtis St, Phone Olive 1155, before 10 a. m. or after 7 p. m. B21i4 if you want a tenant for your prop- erty, or if.it is fire insurance, or séme onto ‘relieve ‘you of the worry and | eare of it, just caJl Champa 455. ‘The Colored American Loan & Realty Co., 913 2ist St. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms in modern house. Rates reasonable. Mrs. D. L. Jones, 2736 Welton street. FOR RENT—Two nice rooms for gentlemen, cheap, with bath; home like place, between three car lines, 1663 Lafayette St. York 3067. Mrs. R.A. Duncan. FOR RENT—One 5-room flat, all modern, 1923 Clarkson street. Apply at house. a CLEARS COMPLEXION, REMOVES SKIN BLEMISHES. Why go through life embarrassed and disfigured with pimples, erup- tions, blackheads, red rough skin, or suffering the tortures of eczema, Stch, tetter, salt rheum. Just ask your druggist for Dr. Hobson's Eczema Ointment. Follow the simple sugges- tions and your skin worries are over. Mild, soothing, effective. Excellent for babies and delicate, tender skin. Stone chapping. ‘Always helps. Re- lef or money Back. 50c, at your drug- gist. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms in modern house. Permanent and tran- sient. Mrs, E.G. Banks, 2302 Curtis. Furnished rooms for rent for gen- tlemen only, 2331 Arapahoe street Mrs. Gehm. Phone Main 2796. Fnone York 2079. 4t FOR RENT—Furnished room with alcove, at 2831 Ogden St., Mrs. Young, FOR RENT—Modern house, _fur- nished or unfurnished for permanent or transient _roomers. Moderate prices, 712 20th St. between two car lines, Mrs. Maria Cowan. THE DE LUXE. Furnished apartments. Two and three rooms, with hot and cold water in each kitchen. Also front room, single, electric lights and gas. Mod: ern throughout. Rates very reason: able, 2852-2858 Ogden street, corner Twenty-fourth avenue. Phone York 6707. Mrs. R. M. Blakey. For Rent—Furnishea room in a modern house. Gentleman preferred. 1746 Humboldt street. Furnished rooms in modern house with all latest equipments, permanent and transient. Call or phone Main 3828, at 2044 Lawrence St. FOR RENT—5-Room Cottage with coal range at 1948 Pearl St. Inquire for particulars in rear of 1954 Pearl St. York 7343, ‘The Denver Star coitector will cal at your door. Kindly receive him with a smile, pay him and wish him a long and prosperous year of most suc cessful collections. Please co-operate with us i nthis matter. THE DENVER STAR HAS MORE READERS THAN ANY OTHER NEGRO JOURNAL IN COLORADO. STRENGTHENS WEAK AND TIRED WOMEN. “I was under a great strain nursing a relative through three months’ sick- ness,” writes Mrs. J. C. Van De Sande of Kirkland, Ill., “and Electric Bitters kept me from breaking down. I will never be without it.” Do you feel tired and worn out? No appetite and food won't digest? It isn’t the spring weather. You need Electric Bitters Start a month's treatment today; nothing better for stomach, liver and kidneys. The great spring tonic. 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Former President Taft on Committee to Present First Modal. | dl Dace NE alg ttre | New York.—Ex-President William H. ‘Taft bas accepted membership on the committee which is (o award the Spin ‘garn medal this yewr for the highest or noblest achievement by am Amert ‘can Negro man or womin ‘during the year just past. -This medal, which Is given annually by: Dr. Joel B. Spin garn, chairman of the bourd of direc tors of the National Association "or the Advancement of Colored People. will be awarded at the sixth annua! conference of that association, whic! ‘takes place in Baltimore on the 3d, ‘tl ‘and Sth of May. ‘The donor has made ‘practically no restrictions upon the ‘committee, giving it complete power (+ ‘select the individual most deserving o! the award. | ‘The ‘phrasing used merely Indicates that the medal shall be awarded, wit! appropriate ceremonies, “to the man or [woman of Negro descent, citizen of the United States, who shall bave made the tinest achievement during the preceding year in any fieid of cle- vated or lLonorable human endeavor: andthe committce of uward shuli de- cide for itself in each year what pr ticular act deserves the highest ac: claim.” ‘This is the first year the medai is to be awarded, and there is the widest tie: = (pe ae oe Vc eee &\. heads Li es saws nieemarae curiosity as to the probable chalice of the committee. One clause In the deed of gift provides that the committee of award may withhoid the medal in aus year if no achievement seems to merit an award. In that event the commit tee is authorized to take the money. which amounts. to $100 each year, and use it for the creation of one or more medals for use in the succeediiiz year or years 1s second or third prize. ‘The committee on award, which 1s appointed each year by the directors of the National Association Vor the ‘Advancement of Colored People, con sists this year of Bishop Joun Hurst of the A. M. EB. Church, Baltimore who is chairman: President Jolin Hope of Morehouse college, Atlanta: William H. Taft. Dr, James H. Dillard of the Jeanes and Slater funds and Mr, Os: wald Garrison Vilardy the editor of the New York Evening Post. CHURCH EXTENSION BOARD. Wise Disposition of Funds. Washington.—The annual session of the board of church extension of the African Methodist Episcopal chureb was held in this city at the headquar- ters of the department. 1555 Four. teenth street northwest, Wednesday. April 29. Bishop Levi J. Coppin presided, The report of the Rev. B. F. Watson, the veteran and efficient secretary and treasurer of the board, shawed that ubout $30,000 bad been judiclously handled during the year, loans bad been made to a number of churches and that 1 number had paid on account on moneys advanced them at various times. Besides auditing the accounts of Dr. Watson the board considered applica tions for aid from a number of church- es. Dr. Watson was highly complt mented for the efficient way in which he has conducted the affairs of the de- partment. The receipts during the year Included 8 per cent of the $220, 000 collected by the financial depart ment of the denomination. Besides Bishop Coppin and a number of visitors, the following members of the board were present: he Revs, A. R. Cooper. New York: R. H. Leake. Raleigh, N. C.; J. T. Gib: bons, Huntington. W. Va.: Horate G. Graves, Chicago; U. P. Talbert; D. A. Christie, Orangeburg. 8. C.; 1. Lewts. Greenwood, Miss.; J. I. Grittin, Mem: phis. Teun.: D. Miller, Houston, Tex.: KE. Byrd. Jacksonville, Fin.; Jones Gor: don, Arkansas: A. W. Hawkeley, ‘To: ronto, Canada, and F. Jesse Peck, Los Angeles, Cal. Anniversary of Hampton Institute. The forty-fifth anniversary exercises commemorating the founding of the Hampton Normal and Agricultural fn: stitute by General Samuel Chapmat Armstrong were held in the gymnaal: um of the school at Hampton, Vie Ft day afternoon, Aprit 24, at 2230 o'clock The program was both inspiring and instructive. An air of gratitude for the opportunities afforded by the school for self help seemed to pervade the henrt of every student. Prepwra: tons for the annual commencement es: ercises at the Institute are pemrins completion, FORM LEAGUE 10 RIGHT WRONGS Necessity For | vow Movement Started In Philadetphia, GONDITIONS DEMAND ACTION the Fromotion and Protection of the Civic, Industrial and Political inter- ests of Afro-Americans. Philadelphia. — ‘There: bas recently been organized in this city a movement to be known us the Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania, with head quarters in the Keystone Aid building southwest corner of Lombard an¢ South Sixteenth streets. The presiden of the league is the Rey. Dr, William A. Creditt, recording secretary George W. Dawley and corresponding secre tary Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr. Among the other leaders of the movement are Bishop J. $. Caldwell Rev. S. L. Corrothers, J, C. Asbury Esq.; Dr, H. M. Minton, Editors Chel J. Perry and A. P. Caldwell, C. ©. Dunlap, H. H. Cooper and E. W. Jolin son of this city. Attorney W. Justin Carter and Robert K, Nelson of Har risburg, P. A. Blackwell of Stcelton Maurice Randolph, N. 1. Velor and R C. Fox of Pittsburgh and other per sons of prominence and influence in other sections of the state are Interest- ed in the movement. Purposes of the New Organization. ‘The purposes of the league are se forth in the following statement ix sued by its promoters: “The Negro Protective League of Pennsylvania is un organization of Negroes of this state for the purpose of promoting the civic, industrial and political interests of the race In this commonwealth and of the country. “the necessity for such an organiza tion is clear to every thought fal mind hot alone because every ather nition: lity, whether Jewish, German, Italian or Greek, has such an organization for its protection and the promotion ef its interests, but also because thes: times, us uever before, expecitlly ai mand such an organization among on oe “In organization there is strensth und only. with organizattion cam ws withstand the attacks made upon ow every right and privilege. Certainty we cannot do so as Individuals, We therefore must organize or go to the wall, ‘The Negro Protective Lease of Pennsylvania stands for the protection of the civic interests of the rice and the promotion of the sume, When it fs considered that our people are fargely excluded from hotels, restan tants. phices of entertainment and amusements In this state the need of such an organization becomes at once apparent. “his very day in Washington the majority party of the United States congress 1s hostite to the civic interests of our race. Not only have there been attempts to put a law against inter- murriuge on the statute bovks of the nation, but there have been attempts to segregute Negro employees in the various governmental departments aud to introduce into the street cars of the capital city of the nation the nefarious sepitrate seat law of the south. |, Spread of Lynching and Segregation. “We have seen nearly every promi. nent Negro olficeiolder of the nation put out of office and the places tilled by white men. We bave seen the segregation laws spread all over the country. We have seen lynchings run wild and uncontrolled. We have seen a lynching take place in falr Vennsy!- yania, and we have been unable to punish a single person who took part in it. Do we not need an organization to protect our civic interests? ‘This is one of the purposes of the Ntgro Pro- tective League of Pennsylvania. “But as bad as are the clyic condi. tions, so much worse are the industria! conditions. Little by Ittle we have seen our men and women driven from positions long held by members of the race and shut out from others by the labor unions. ‘The Negro Protective lJengue stands for the protection of Ne- gro labor against race prejudice and other Insidious evils. It stands for promoting efficiency and skill among Negro workmen, securing better posl- tions for our men and women and better industrial training for our boys and girls. We desire to see our men who are well qualified put foto post tions worth of their training and ex- perience, both in private and public service, “The Negro Protective league stands for the fullest exercise of the elective franchise. We urge that it is not only a privilege, but the duty, of every maAn of color to vote. The Negro in this state and in the north In general needs to use the ballot not only for the effect it will huve here, but also to protect the franchise rights of our brethren in the south. We believe that the Negro should vote for those men who stand by the race and vote against those men who stand against us. We should put every candidate on record as to his at- titude upon the race question and see that pre-election promises nre kept. “We see the need of this right now better then ever before, for just now heim Nata Aol SOI ed irae z|__ POMADE FOR THE HAIR le | We wish to advise our friends and customers that we have a full 3 11] line of Toilet Preparations, Perfumes, Manicure Supplies, Brushes c gt every description, Toilet Soaps, Cutlery, etc. i | . | \¢ 5 The Denver Barber Supply Co. J 1527 Glenarm Street : > f : ‘Phone Main 7221 Denver, Colorado | - iio Seas aaa oe Lee Ba Se eee |S > POMADE FOR THE HAIR i Phone Champa asi6 E. WILLIAMS, Prop. The Byron Cafe MEALS 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 CENTS 924 19th Street Denver, Colo. ODD FELLOWS ARE ACTIVE. Members of the Order Preparing Fer Great Convention In Boston. ‘aa Fellows in all sections of the country are getting ready for the ses: Sion of the biennial movable commit: tee of the order, which will be held in Boston next September. Delegates will be present from all parts of the country in large numbers. Interest centers chiefly In the selec: tion of a grand master. Edward H. Morris-of Chicago, who is completing his second four years in that office, Is a candidate for re-election. Henry Lincoln Johnson, recorder of deeds for the District of Columbia and present deputy grand master of the order, 1s @ candidate for the position. Mr, Johnson, it is said, has received assurances of support from many In- fluential sources, especially from those who are opposed to long tenure in one office. A number of changes in other important offices are expected Alabama State Business League. The sixth annual meeting of the Ala- bama State Negro Business league. of which E. T. Atwell of the Tuskegee institute is president. will be held in Montgomery, Ala. on Tuesday, April 21. The Hon. W. A. Gunter, mayor of Montgomery, will deliver the address of welcome, and Emmett J. Scott, sec- retary of the Tuskegee institete, will be the chief speaker For Signs, Show Cards All Kinds of Lettering SEE ROY BROWN a4s1 LARIMER STREET ABE SOLBEURG POOL HALL Cigars, Tobacco and Candy ALL WELCOME 2112 Larimer St., ‘Denver Phone Main 8407 C. W. BRIDGES, Prop. _ Trunks Moved On Sunday | At Regular Prices _ STAR FUEL, FEED AND i EXPRESS Hard and Soft Coal, Hay andzGrais Furniture Moving EXPRESS No. 59 Stand 27th and Welton Sts. 619 27th STREET | Remodeling Alterations THE WWE CLEANERS AND OVERS aia THE NEW wav Cran pyoR WAIT DOLES | r LES: SE ie aT ——— TO THE CLUB WOMEN OF THe CITY. The Star will publish a monthly tist of the meeting places of the various Clubs of the city during the different months, {f furnished with same by the first Wednesday in each month, » , 60 YEARS’ <APERIENCE ‘Ynape Manns a ee Scientific Mmerican, iy ta Naw FERN HALL 2711 WELTON STREET FOR RENT for alll occasions reasonable. Large and airy ante-rooms and check rooms, complete, neat and clean, see DAVID CLIFFORD, at Hall, or at CRESCENT THEATRE, 2715 Welton Street Best Little Shew in tewn Pictures and Vaudeville ——eeeeeee Decker Light & Fixture Company 1432 CURTIS ST. We Rent and Sell Gas Arc Lights Mantles, Gas Plates and Glass Ware | PHONE CHAMPA 99g Five Points Hardware Co. and Tinshop Ev ing in Hardware, Paints, Oils, and Glass at right prices Also Furnace work, Gutting and all kinds of Tin and Sheet ‘Metal work at Reasonable prices, 2643 Welton st. Phone Champa 2078, ee TEC CHECK YOUR APRIL COUGH. Thawing frost and April rains chill you to the very marrow, you catch cold—Mead and lungs stuffed—you are feverish—cough continually and feel miserable—you need Dr. King's New Discovery. “It soothes inflamed and irritated throat and lungs, stops cough, your head clears up, fever leaves, and you feel fine, Mr. J.T, Davis, of Stickney Corner, Me., “was cured of a dreadful cough after doc- tor’s treatment and all other reme- dies failed.” Relief or money back. Pleasant—children like it. Get a bot- oe today, 500 and $1.00, at your drug: ist. Bucklen's Arnica Salve for all sores. American Central Insurance Company of St. Louis, Mo. Assets ..... $5,413,218.67 Liabilities ..... 3,383,138.97 Capital ..... 2,000,000.00 Surplus ..... 30,079.10 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the American Central Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Missouri, whose principal office is located at St. Louis, has compiled with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. Assets $351,931.24 Liabilities 64,364.26 Capital 200,000.00 Surplus 87,566.98 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the American Druggists Fire Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Ohio, whose principal office is located at Cincinnati, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. in testimony Whereof, I, S. Epstein, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. The American Bankers Insurance Company of Chicago, Ill. Assets ..... $598,623.26 Liabilities ..... 222,307.82 Capital ..... 325,000.00 Surplus ..... 51,315.44 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 25th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the American Bankers Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Illinois, whose principal office is located at Chicago, has compiled with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. nineen In Testimony Whereof, I. S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. American Accident Insurance Company of Lincoln, Neb. Assets $131,449.59 Liabilities 69,935.67 Capital—None. Surplus—Namibia State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the American Accident. Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Nebraska, whose principal office is located at Lincoln, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incor- poration, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. nteen In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. British America Assurance Company of Toronto, Canada. Assets $1,889,180.90 Liabilities 1,161,272.78 Deposit, Capital 215,000.00 Surplus 512,908.12 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the British American Assurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Canada, whose principal office is located at Toronto, has compiled with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I. S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance, Published in the Denver Star. Buffalo-German Insurance Company of Buffalo, N. Y. Assets ..... $2,631,631.56 Lliabilities ..... 770,556.55 Capital ..... 200,000.00 Surplus ..... 1,661,075.06 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Buffalo German Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of New York, whose principal office is located at Buffalo, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I. S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance, Published in the Denver Star. Assets $4,292,750.02 Liabilities 3,590,350.92 Capital 100,000.00 Surplus 602,399.10 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Bankers Reserve Life Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Nebraska, whose principal office is located at Omaha, has compiled with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I. S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance, Published in the Denver Star. of Salt Lake City, Utah. Assets $951,969.98 Liabilities 574,874.44 Capital 200,000.00 Surplus 177,995.54 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Beneficial Life Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Utah, whose principal office is located at Salt Lake City, has compiled with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. Bankers Accident Insurance Company of Des Moines, Iowa. Assets ..... $85,615.19 Liabilities ..... 18,500.87 Capital—None. Surplus—None. State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Bankers Accident Insurance Company, a corporation organized under the laws of Iowa, whose principal office is located at Des Moines, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. Business Men's Accident Association of America, of Kansas City, Mo. Assets ..... $124,740.56 Liabilities ..... 44,835.17 Capital—None. Surplus—None. State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Business Men's Accident Ass'n. of America, a corporation organized under the laws of Missouri, whose principal office is located at Kansas City, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. Central Life Assurance Society of U. S. of Des Moines, Iowa. U. S., of Des Moines, Iowa. Assets ..... $2,822,701.69 Liabilities ..... 2,444,601.96 Capital ..... 100,000.00 Surplus ..... 278,099.73 State of Colorado, Insurance Department. Certificate of Authority for the Year Ending February 28th, 1915. Office of Commissioner of Insurance. It is hereby certified that the Central Life Assurance Society of the U. S. a corporation organized under the laws of Iowa, whose principal office is located at Des Moines, has complied with the requirements of the laws of this State applicable to said company, and the company is hereby authorized to transact business as an insurance company in accordance with its Charter or Articles of Incorporation, within the State of Colorado, subject to the provisions and requirements of the law, until the last day of February, in the year of our Lord one thousand nine hundred and fifteen. In Testimony Whereof, I, S. Epsteen, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of Colorado, have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal of office, at the City of Denver, this first day of March, A. D. 1914. [SEAL] S. EPSTEEN, Commissioner of Insurance. Published in the Denver Star. BUSINESS LEAGUE MATTERS. Oklahoma State League Prepared to Entertain the National Body. The city council of Philadelphia appropriated $5,000 for the entertainment of the National Negro Business league when it met in that city last August. Some idea of the co-operative spirit race pride and race progress prevailing in Oklahoma may be found in the fact that the members of the State Negro Business league will themselves contribute $5,000 this year to entertain the National league when it meets in Muskogee in August. The various committees in charge of preparations for entertaining the national body are just as active. Just as earnest now, three months in advance of the meeting, as if the meeting were but a few days off. Unquestionably the meeting this year at Muskogee will break all previous records for attendance, enthusiasm and results, as Muskogee will be amply prepared to take care of all who attend. One of the most enthusiastic race men in the state is T. J. Elliott. He has inoculated all with his enthusiasm. He is justly popular because he is an active quantity in every racial effort, and as president of the State league he is, figuratively, burning up Oklahoma. In Muskogee and in Oklahoma generally the race is bounding on to success, making rapid progress, educationally and materially, in spite of jimcrow car laws and grandfather disfranchising laws. The first is effective because of the executive power behind it; the second is proving abortive because the colored male citizens are rapidly qualifying under the very law which was aimed at disqualifying them. The abortiveness of the second must eventually annul the first. Oklahoma has many splendid men and women of the race, and these are responsible for the great progress one finds among them. Fertile lands and great oil deposits are making Negroes rich out in the far southwest. FLORIDA MASONS ARE PROGRESSIVE Brief Account of What the Masonic Grand Lodge Has Accomplished Under the Able Leadership of Its Present Head—Owns Real Estate Valued at $208,450. Jacksonville, Fla.—From a farm near Madison. Fla., to the grand master of the most worshipful grand lodge of Ancient, Free and Accepted Masons of this state, which owns property valued at $208,450 in the city of Jacksonville. is the record of Dr. John H. Dickerson, thirty-third degree Mason. Dr. Dickerson has had an interesting career. His entire life is being spent for the development of his people. His early life was spent on the farm and attending the public school. Graduating with honors, he commenced his career as a minister of the gospel, filling some of the most important charges in the state, including presiding elder. His activity in the church and other organizations soon developed that he was an unusual leader of men. His rise in the Masonic fraternity has been wonderful. His first promotion was in 1892, when he attended the grand lodge at Pensacola, then being the worshipful master of Twilight lodge, No. 26, at Starke, Fla. At that time the late Samuel H. Coleman was grand master. His eloquence as a speaker and the thought from his trained brain at once placed him in the front ranks with the foremost men in the grand lodge. Behind his massive brain power there was a wonderful will power, which has rarely been equaled among his fellows; an intensity of purpose which no obstacle could arrest, defeat or daunt and a determination of character which brightened with every 13 DR. JOHN H. DICKERSON. encounter. At the death of Grand Master Coleman the craft decided that in Dr. John H. Dickerson they had the man, the leader. Jan. 14, 1899, he was elected to the office of grand master, and the fraternity at once took on new life. More lodges were organized, membership greatly increased and widows and orphans looked after as never before in the history of the fraternity. Taking hold of the grand lodge, his first edict was, "The Most Worshipful Union Grand Lodge expects every man, from tier of the local lodge to officers in the grand lodge, to render service." His main effort was the protection of the widows and orphans, and special care was used in the enactment of laws to that end. Then the enforcement of the laws of the Masonic Benefit association made for him many friends and the department an important factor in the fraternity. Every department under the grand lodge receives his personal attention, and all moneys coming in or going out in the minutest detail come under his supervision, and as the result the largest, most magnificent and most complete Masonic temple in the world owned by the race now towers heavenward in the business center of the metropolis of Florida. This is a monument to a man who has used his opportunity to advance his race and who is an example to the young people. The assets of the grand lodge are: Value of lot, 105 by 105, $50,000; value of building, $151,000; value of furniture, $7,450; total, $208-450. Associated with Grand Master Dickerson are the following officers: D. Powell, deputy grand master; J. C Lee, grand senior warden; John R Hall, grand junior warden; A. J. Junius, grand treasurer; R. B. Brooks, grand secretary; E. H. Williams, assistant grand secretary; George W. Hawkins, grand chaplain; T. T. Galnes, assistant grand chaplain; A. B. Green, grand lecturer; L. N. Robinson, assistant grand lecturer; H. W. Mills, grand marshal; J. A. Collier, grand pursuant; W. H. Johnson, grand recorder; J. M. Robinson, grand herald; O. J Coleman, senior grand deacon; J. M. Deas, junior grand deacon; A. B. Bruten, senior grand steward; J. H. Williams, junior grand steward; John Olliver, grand sword bearer; G. B. Wilson, grand historian; E. H. Flipper, grand master of ceremonies; S. L. Hodge, grand organist; John H. Clark, grand librarian; J. T. Mark, grand chorister. HARDWICK [OLIVE SERVICE STAND AT ATLAS THE SERVICE BY TRIP OR HOUR STAND AT ATLAS DRUG STORE,2701 WELTON ST. THE LEADER We are now pleased to announce to the public that we are located at our new home, 2108 Larimer street, in quarters more commodious and convenient. We have an especially fine line of hair goods and toilet accessories. Hair dressing according to the latest modes. A call is all we ask, as we are sure we can please you. HALLOWELL AND JOHNSON Mrs. Viola Johnson, Prop. J. R. Hallowell, Manager MONEY Ch One Mo We loan lots of mo $25, $30, $40, $50, $65, niture, pianos, sewing m farm implements, store thing else of value, all l private and quick; in on auto go any place. 294 Phone Main 1083 C. H. SHIRLEY, P. PAUL J. S. The A 926 NINETEENTH STREET DENVER, COLO Near Curtis Phone Main 4052 MONEY TO LOAN Chattels One Month's Interest Free We loan lots of money to anybody, like $10, $15, $20, $25, $30, $40, $50, $65, $75, $90, $100 or more, on your furniture, pianos, sewing machines, ranges, teams, cattle, dairies farm implements, store fixtures, income lands, lots, or anything else of value, all left in you possession; very secret. private and quick; in one hour all done; plenty clerks and auto go any place. C. H. SHIRLEY, Pres. J. C.;HAMPSON, V.-P. PAUL J. SHIRLEY, Sec. and Treas. Store No.1 201 WELTON ST. Business Phone Ghampa 3262 P. B. Bolden Bros. Barber Shop RUFUS EOLDEN, Manager Artists W. D. Smith G. C. Craig Residence Phone York 2079 SERVICE HOUR 701 WELTON ST. DER ce to t our t, in con- fine access- ing to l we lease N manager Electrical Massage Baths Barber Shop Mrs. Lillie B. Moore THE. High Brown, Lincoln Brunette, Pink and White Face Powders. Also Ro-Zol and High Brown Face Bleach, Medicated Cucumber and High Brown Soaps. These articles are manufactured by a well-known Eastern Negro firm. These articles are manufactured from the best material by experienced people and are free from irritating and objectionable properties usually found in such articles. Phone Main 7635 mornings before 10 o'clock, or drop card 2925 Glenarm The Little Savoy" Pleasant and Inviting Place where you can you can get the Best Service and Treatmen. CREAM, SHORT ORDERS AND CONFECTIONERY "The Li The always Pleasant and where you can get the ICE CREAM, AND CONFE "The Little Savoy" The always Pleasant and Inviting Place where you can where you can get the Best Service and Treatmen. ICE CREAM, SHORT ORDERS AND CONFECTIONERY ROAD PORTERS A SPECIALTY Carnation Cafe RAILROAD POR Carnat RAILROAD PORTERS A SPECIALTY MRS. E. GEHM, Prop. Breakfast 6 to 8. Dinner 12 to 2. Supper 5 to 7 First Class Service Guaranteed A. J. B. KEYSTONE SOCIAL CLUB 1859 CHAMFA STREET or 910 19th STREET SYL. STEWART, Pres. PHONE CHAMPA 6159 HINKLE & Pool and Cigars, Tobacco and Candi KLE & REASONER School and Billiard Hall HINKLE & REASONER Pool and Billiard Hall Cigars, Tobacco and Candies. Barber Shop in Connection 2051 CHAMPA STREET DENVER, COLORADO Southern Tailoring, Cleaning and Pressing Works IN 2091 2144 STOUT ST., Cor. 22nd ried the Rest, now try the Best. Now is the time our Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired. And so, why not have it done by an Original Tailor and post you less when it is done by a Professional Man. main 2091 and we will do the rest. guaranteed to be the best or money refunded. Fanciest Gowns, Suits, etc., with the greatest care. will be thankfully received. Respectfully The Southern Tail Pressin PHONE MAIN 2091 IF you have tried the Rest, n to have your Clothes Clea by doing so, why not have Cleaner, will cost you less wh The Southern Tailoring, Cleaning and Pressing Works PHONE MAIN 2091 2144 STOUT ST., Cor. 22nd If you have tried the Rest, now try the Best. Now is the time to have your Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired. And by doing so, why not have it done by an Original Tailor and Cleaner, will cost you less when it is done by a Professional Man. Call Main 2091 and we will do the rest. All work guaranteed to be the best or money refunded. We Clean the Fanciest Gowns, Suits, etc., with the greatest care. An early reply will be thankfully received. Respectfully, SOUTHERN TAILOR & CLEANER Phone Champa 2570 2721 Welton Street 2240 LARIMER ST. H. W. HINKLE A. C. LINDSEY, Prop. Denver, Colorado DENVER, COLO. Max M. Silverman The Tailor Work Called For and Delivered With each order a pair of Gloves or Necktie Cleaned FREE Fine Line of Samples The Latest Spring and Summer of the best quality at reasonable prices. Come, Inspect Our Goods EASTER STYLES AT SPECIAL PRICES Ladies' Suits from $25 to $35, worth from $35 to $45 Phone Champa 1379] Everything for the Pleasure of Gentlemen. BUFFET CONNECTED HERBERT REASONER DENVER, COLORADO CITY NEWS Mr. Chas. Trotter, the well-known and popular railroad man, returned this week from a pleasant trip to his old home town, Prospect, Tenn., and other points south. It is interesting to hear Mr. Trotter tell of the progress the farmers are making in that section of the country. They raise produce in abundance and a large number of them own automobiles. In one section the owners of 15 adjoining farms have their automobiles and are enjoying life, as well as accumulating much of this world's goods. Last year was a most prosperous one for the cotton raisers. They received 14 and 15 cents per pound in the markets. Mr. Trotter also visited Decatur, Ala., and witnessed the same progress as in other sections. He is much elated over his trip and feels the race should be much encouraged for the future of the black man is bright and hopeful. LIFE LINE CLUB MEETINGS May 5, at Mrs. Edward Hamilton's, 2357 Ogden street; May 28, at Miss Ada Gibson's, 2942 Glenarm place. Try Mrs. Jessie Carter's wonderful Hair Grower. "It's a wizard." Scientific scalp treatments. Residence, 2759 Glenarm Pl. Phone Champa 865. Mrs. Mary Lenon, 3020 Welton street, is at home from St. Anthony's hospital, where she was operated on March 20th. Campbell Ushers' Club will play "Lady Audley's Secret" in the near future. Mrs. J. H. Hayes of Alamosa visited in the city this week en route to Deerfield. She was the guest of Mrs. Gatewood, 3233 Marlon street. Mrs. Hayes visited the Evergreen Chapter, O. E. S., Tuesday afternoon. Jimmie, Dear—Stop in 2051 Champa street, that popular pool hall, and bring me a box of Superior chocolates. MAMIE. The Sunshine cafe, on 21st street, has been purchased by Mrs. Pink Person and will be run by her in first-class manner. Give her a call. Remember every dollar you spend in Dearfield, Colorado, you may spend it again. The Elks' entertainment at Fern hall was full of life and enthusiasm and, while the crowd was not so large on account of the rain, yet a more enjoyable time could not have been spent with the "boys of the purple" color. The Elks had one more lively good time. Messra. H. Reasoner and H. W. Hinkle have taken over Bean's Pool and Billiard Hall, 2051 Champa street. As it is the finest pool hall in town with regulation tables, a fine line of cigars and tobacco, and a barber shop in connection it will no doubt become the popular place of the town under the clever management of Hinkle & Reasoner. Mrs. M. G. Harding left Wednesday night for Parsons, Kans., where she will spend the summer with relatives. LODGE DIRECTORY. ATTENTION, SIR KNIGHTS! The Hiram Commandery No. 20, Knight Templars, meets the second Tuesday in each month at 1834 Arap- ahoe St. G. A. DERRY, E. C. G. S. CONTEE, Rec. Robert Person, son of Mr. and Mrs. Pink Person of Arapahoe street, died recently in Oklahoma. Jimmie, Dear—Stop in 2051 Champa street, that popular pool hall, and bring me a box of Superior chocolates. COUGHED FOR THREE YEARS. "I am a lover of your godsend to humanity and science. Your medicine, Dr. King's New Discovery, cured my cough of three years standing," says Jennie Flemming, of New Dover, Ohio. Have you an annoying cough? Is it stubborn and won't yield to treatment? Get a 50c bottle of Dr. King's New Discovery today. What it did for Jennie Flemming it will do for you, no matter how stubborn or chronic a cough may be. It stops a cough and stops throat and lung trouble. Relief or money back. 50c and $1.00, at your druggist. Bucklen's Arnica Salve for pimples. Miss Lena Daniels returned this week from Trinidad, where she visited her mother. Mr. Hardwick can be called by calling Champa 3262. MEETINGS OF THE CARNATION ART CLUB. April 24th, Mrs. Downey, 326 Santa Fe Drive; May 1st, Mrs. Cox, 2419 Humboldt; May 8th, Mrs. Fliccher, 1019 Logan street; May 15th, Mrs. Burnett, 3412 Columbine; May 23nd, Mrs. Hardy, 2524 Clarkson street; May 29th, Mrs. Phillips, 2301 Kearney (Park Hill); June 12th, Miss Correy, 2618 Downing; June 19, Mrs. Pollard, 1414 East 24th avenue; June 30th, Mrs. Hawkins-Jones, 2.29 Humboldt street. HOW THE CONTESTANTS STAND. Miss Rosalie Rice . . . 5,081 Votes HERBERT SMITH . . . 1001 ANNIE JOHNSON . . . 995 GUY PIERSON . . . 500 THE GRAND THEATRE'S WEEKLY PROGRAM. Cut Out and Paste on Wall for Monday, May 4th, The Whirlpool of Despair; Tuesday, May 5th, Journey Ending; Wednesday, May 6th, Sir Highwayman; Thursday, May 7th, Francisco De Runi; Friday, May 8th, Vagabond's Conspiracy; Saturday, May 9th, Fight to Death; Sunday, May 10th, The Trail of Law. Go See the Special 3 Reel White Slave at the Grand Theatre Sunday. A thrilling life story. DEPOSIT YOUR VOTES IN THE BALLOT BOX AT 2561 WASHING- TON AVE. VOTE YOUR FAVORITE. CASH FOR THREE MONTHS'1 SUBSCRIPT EARNS 10 VOTES; FOR SIX MONTHS, EARNS 50 VOTES, AND FOR ONE YEAR, 100 VOTES. GET IN THE RACE. NO NAMES WILL BE CONSIDERED IN THE CONTEST WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN REGISTERED BY MAY 9, 1914. Pond Lily Art Club meetings for May: May 7th, Mrs. Patterson, 2812 Welton street; May 14th, Mrs. Williams, 319 14th street; May 21st, Mrs. Bibbs, 3716 Blake street; May 28th, Miss Britton, Arvada, Colo. The Pond Lily Art Club's delegates to the State Federation are Mrs. Minnie Williams and Mrs. L. Jackson; alternates, Mrs. Bibbs and Miss Britton. Keep off the date May 13. A Farmers Hoodoo Party by the XX C. A. Club. UNDERTAKER'S NOTICE. The funeral of Mrs. Lula Washington was held at the parliors of the Douglass Undertaking Co. Monday, April 27th. Rev. Mrs. Mary Perry officiated. The remains of Charles E. Jackson, who died Feb. 23rd, were shipped Thursday to Winchester, N. Y., for burial, accompanied by his mife, Mrs. Medora Jackson. Mrs. Sarah Stills, of 2854 Cleveland place, sister of Mrs. Mary Brooks, died April 30th. Remains at Douglass Undertaking Co. We regret to announce the death of Mrs. Sarah Stills, wife of Mr. Guy Stills, who died Wednesday. Funeral Sunday, May 3rd, from the home, 2854 Cleveland place. The funeral of Mrs. Myra Washington was held Friday at 2 p. m., Rev. R. L. Pope officiating, Douglass Undertaking Co. was in charge of the above funerals. Mrs. Myra Washington was found dead at her home, 606 Marlosa St. Where did you get that good cigar? At Hinkle & Reasoner's pool hall. WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT. SOCIETY PEOPLE TO WED. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Overstreet announce the marriage of their daughter Isabelle to Mr. David Morris of Leadville, May 20th, at 2501 Clarkson St. Miss Isabelle Overstreet is a charming young malden with attractive personality, a sweet disposition and a winsome way and is a great favorite with both the young and old. Miss Overstreet was born in Nicholasville, Ky., and was educated at Lawrence, Kansas. In Denver she has been for nine years a member of and ardent worker in Zion Baptist church, also of the Bible class and Church Aid Society, and is always happy doing work for charity. Mr. Morris, a resident of Leadville, Colo., for seven years, a very industrious property owner, received his education in Gunnison, Miss. The wedding will be a quiet and simple affair, only attended by relatives and intimate friends, owing to recent deaths in both families. Keep off the date; it belongs to Evergreen Chapter No. 36, O. E. S. Annual Event, May 7th. OLD CITIZEN TAKES VACATION IN EAST. Mr. Frank C. Payne, one of our old respected citizens and representative property owners, leaves Saturday for an extended visit to Virginia and Washington, D. C., where he will visit friends and relatives. Why eat dinner Sundays at home? The Barnes Modern Hotel and Restaurant serves the best on the market for 35c from 1 to 8 p. m., 2716 Welton street. Your joy on earth will not be complete until you have a good laugh over "Between the Acts," May 14th, at Shorter. The Douglass Undertaking Co. Incorporated and Bonded to the City Polite Servi To All Parlors Residence 2344 Tremont Pl. Olive 1579 before 8 A. M. GEORGE G. ROSS Attorney and Counsellor At Law SANITARY THES CLEANERS THE PLEASE THE BEST DRESSERS It's Suits or Coats French Dry Cleaned, 75c " " " " 75c " " " " 50c " " " " 50c Pressed, 35c | Pants Sponged & Pressed, 10c Action Guaranteed to Every Customer 1800 2622 WELTON STREET Call and Deliveries Made 209 Kittredge Building Main 6782 Denver, Colo. SANIT CLOTHES WE PLEASE THE Ladies' and Gent's Suits or Co- Overcoats, Skirss, Jackets, Suits Sponged & Pressed, 35c Satisfaction Guarantee PHONE MAIN 1800 Call and De Ladies' and Gent's Suits or Coats French Dry Cleaned, 75c Overcoats, " " " " 75c Skirss, " " " " 50c Jackets, " " " " 50c Suits Sponged & Pressed, 35c | Pants Sponged & Pressed, 10c Satisfaction Guaranteed to Every Customer PHONE MAIN 1800 2622 WELTON STREET Call and Deliveries Made The Central Proc COMMISSION Wholesale Fruits SPECIAL SQUABS AT Central Produce Company COMMISSION AND JOBBERS Fruits and Vegetables SQUABS AND BELGIAN HARES Wholesale Fruits and Vegetables SPECIAL SQUABS AND BELGIAN HARES STORE Y WITH Youman's 422-424 Fif STORE YOUR FURS WITH THE man's Fur Co. 2-424 Fifteenth Street DENVER, COLO. For a small charge we reno and insure against loss or burglary in our cold air vau deliver. Phone Repairing and Remodeling it done REMEMBER 422-424 FIFTE NEAR GLENA charge we renovate and clean thoroughly, against loss or damage by moths, fire and our cold air vaults. We will call for and deliver. Phone us, Main 8045. And Remodeling at Summer Prices. Have it done now. MEMBER THE NUMBER 224 FIFTEENTH STREET AR GLENARM STREET For a small charge we renovate and clean thoroughly, and insure against loss or damage by moths, fire and burglary in our cold air vaults. We will call for and deliver. Phone us, Main 8045. Phone Cha NOLLE VANS, EXPRESS Coal. All Kind SATISFACTION Office PHONE CHAMPA 1254 NOLLE R. SMITH INS, EXPRESS AND MOVING 1. All Kinds of Team Work ACTION GUARANTEED Walter E. Ewing, Sec. and M Luther Cash Process Fancy and Staple G We Deliver Anywhere in the C Phone Champa 2989 ing, Sec. and Mgr. Luther H. Walton, Pres. and Treas. Process Grocery Store Staple Groceries and Chickens where in the City. Our Prices Always Right 2989 2824 Walton Street Walter E. Ewing, Sec. and Mgr. Luther H. Walton, Pres. and Treas. Cash Process Grocery Store Fancy and Staple Groceries and Chickens We Deliver Anywhere in the City. Our Prices Always Right Phone Champa 2989 2824 Welton Street J. R. CONTEE President and Manager Pnome York 7992 Lady Assistant Parlors H. W. HINKLE Pres. & Mgr. Phone Main 3040 Res. Phone York 4431 713 E. 26th Ave. PHONE MAIN 6123 DAY OR NIGHT Polite Service To All 1830 Arapahoe St. Phone Champa 1682 Fine Noodles and Chop Suey Fred K. Yama FUJIYA RESTAURANT 1221 20th St. MRS. E. L. FENNER Sec'y & Treas. 2233 Arapahoe Street Expert Piano Moving Stand 27th and Welton Sts.