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"The Public Be Served" An Independent Weekly voted To the Best rests of All FIRST YEAR. NO. 3. SOUTH BEND LEADER PR VICTORY IN FIGHT Mrs. A. T. Stanley Confident In Contest, But Local "Y Disagrees With Her Victory in the fight to keep the Y. M. the control of Hering Community Service was predicted by Mrs. A. T. Stanley, pr worker of South Bend, when she visited SOUTH BEND LEADER PREDICTS VICTORY IN FIGHT AGAINST 'Y' Mrs. A. T. Stanley Confident Victory Certain In Contest, But Local "Y" Secretary Disagrees With Her Views Victory in the fight to keep the Y. M. C. A. from taking over the control of Hering Community Service house, in South Bend, was predicted by Mrs. A. T. Stanley, prominent social welfare worker of South Bend, when she visited in Gary Sunday and Monday. "We do not know yet what the outcome will be," Mrs. Stanley stated, "but we feel that we are going to win out in this fight." She declared that efforts to take away the colored community house of South Bend from colored people and put the institution in the hands of the Y. M. C. A. were started by a group of disgruntled church people. Can't Operate Program The Y. M. C. A. cannot operate a program which will be adequate to take care of the needs of the colored people of South Bend, she stated. But the colored people, thru their own leaders, can do this, she said. "What we want," she stated, "is a chance to keep the supervision of Hering house in our hands. The 'Y' does not propose to finance the activities of the house, but simply wishes to take over the supervision. This we think unfair," she concluded. Mrs. Stanley is president of the Booker T. Washington Community service, which is now managing the affairs of the South Bend community service center. While visiting in Garyl she was accompanied by Mr. Stanley. They were the house guests of Mrs. A. C. Kelley, 1956 Massachusetts street, who also entertained Mrs. M. M. Clarke and daughter, India, also of South Bend. Branches of the Y. M. C. A., in various parts of the country have made a success of community service work, according to E. L. Gordon, secretary of the Huntron branch Y. M. C. A., in commenting upon the proposal made some time ago to put the supervision of Hering house, at South Bend, in the hands of the Y. M. C. A. "I disagree with some of the views set forth against the proposal," Mr. Gordon said. "The Y. M. C. A. can operate a program for the good of both sexes, and has done so in many cities," he concluded. Fele Packing Co. To Offer Sat. Specials Specials in meats for Easter Sunday dinners will be especially on hand today and tomorrow at the S. A. Fee Packing company meat market, 1631 Broadway, it was announced today. Drastic reductions in the prices on all groceries and meats will be in effect both days, the announcement says. (By Associated Negro Press) SAN FRANCISCO, April 5.—Dean William Pickens has developed a liking for flying since he has been on the Pacific coast. A few weeks ago the dean made a fight of about seventeen miles to fill a speaking engagement and Friday he "hopped off" from here to Portland, Oregon, a distance of about 800 miles. The flight was over Mount Shasta and other famous mountains of the Northwest, and if the dean ventured to look down while en route, he might have enjoyed much beautiful scenery. (By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS, April 5.—The First Baptist association, comprising the parishes of Orleans, Plaquemine, St. Bernard, and Jefferson, has 15,000 communicants and owns the Widows Faith home in the upper section of the city, valued at $65,000. FIRST BAPTIST CH PRESENT Palm Sunday To Be O ist Church With Pre Resurrection Prog FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH TO PRESENT EASTER CANTATA Palm Sunday To Be Observed At Local Baptist Church With Presentation of Special Resurrection Program, Report Says "The Glory of the Cross," story of the crucifixion and the sent in the auditorium of the B and Washington streets, Easter junior, intermediate and senior departments of the Sunday school, it was announced today. The text of the cantata was written by Rev. R. J. Chrystle and music by E. S. Lorenz. Seven young ladies dressed in appropriate attire will render the symbol movements and other recitation connected with it. They are: the Misses Birdie Dunges, Sarah Dozier, --- --- REV. HAWKINS TO BE FETED Entire Congregation Plans Celebration of Pastor's Fifteenth Year Here The entire membership of the First Baptist church will assist the pastor, Dr. Charles E. Hawkins in celebrating his fifteenth anniversary of pastorship as well as residence in Gary. There will be a week's celebration beginning Monday night, April 9 and closing with a banquet Friday night, April 13. There will be a program each night under the auspices of the various church auxiliaries and the pastors with their congregations from the different Gary churches will participate. The programs begin each night at 7:45 p. m. The public is cordially invited to attend. WM. PICKENS TO TOUR IN RUSSIA Field Secretary for N. A. A. C. P. To Make Educational Tour of Communist Country (By Associated Negro Press) NEW YORK, April 5—A six week's tour in Russia, covering the whole country from the North Sea to the Black Sea, from Leningrad to Odessa, is offered at an expense of $1,000 if a party of eight can be secured. Every door of every institution in Russia will be open to such a party. Pickens will be willing to lead a party of eight colored Americans on such a tour, leaving in the middle of July and returning after the middle of September. Every detail of the tour will be pre-arranged and will meet the fullest co-operation and most enthusiastic welcome from the Russian people. FRIENDLY BOUT LEADS TO FIGHT BOGALUS, La., April 6.—Mose Garner was shot and instantly killed by Tom Riley in an altercation which started in a friendly scuffle. Onlookers declare Riley protested against his clothes being torn. When Garner came at him again, he was shot. PHILADELPHIA, April 5—Judge Albert B. George of the municipal court of Chicago, was the principal speaker at the "community betterment rally held at the Union Baptist church here Sunday under the auspices of the Citizens Community council. The judge pointed out that the Negro citizen can overcome racial differences only by individual effort and urged his hearers to develop individual contacts which would promote a better understanding. The in problems brought about by the increase in the Negro population, he said must be met by an assumption by the Negro citizenry of a share in the upbuilding of the entire city. Monday Judge George was the guest of several judges here in Philadelphia, and sat upon the municipal court benches of several districts. HELD FOR ASSAULT PINE BLUFF, Ark., April 5—Jesse Carr and Lee Pearson, two youths yet in their early teens, are being held here on charges of assault with intent to kill, in connection with the wounding of Mrs. Alma White, Tuesday. According to the police the youths fired into a car in which Mrs. White was riding and inflicted a serious wound. How vicious college fraternities seem to the man who was never asked to join one. Home: A place where people take a little nap after midnight while the motor cools. The GARY AMERICAN INDIANA'S GREATEST COLORED NEWSPAPER PICKENS FLIES AGAIN BAPTISTS OWN $65,000 HOME By PAULINE H. BYRD Court Refuses to Dismiss School Case MINISTER IS NAMED IN SUIT Austria Bars Negro Jazz Band SUES PREACHER FOR BREACH OF PROMISE ACTION Woman Declares Minister Wooed Her, Asked Hand, and Then Married Another PHILADELPHIA, April 5—Church circles here are shocked over the breach of promise suit instituted against one of the country's leading clergymen, the Rev. Dr. Charles Albert Tindley, the pastor of the Tindley Temple Methodist Episcopal church. Miss Alice L. MacDonald, whose age is is given as fifty, filed suit to recover damages for alleged breach of promise. Miss MacDonald declares that the minister was a frequent caller at her home, where she entertained him lavishly and upon repeated occasions he made offers of marriage to her, which were accepted. She cites the date on which they became engaged, and from that time on, conducted herself accordingly. Miss MacDonald says she is an ardent church worker of the Methodist denomination, and that she carms her living as a church organist and teacher of music. She met Dr. Tindley when he was in attendance at a religious conference there, and was assigned as house guest at her home. Dr. Tindley has already lived out his allotted span of years, as described by the Bible, being three scores and ten, yet, she says, he is an "ardent wooer." He displayed his affection for her at all times, spending portions of the day and evening with her, she says. Notwithstanding the understanding that was between the couple, and after repeated promises to wed Miss MacDonald, which, she claims, led her to make lavish preparations for the wedding ceremony. Rev. Tindley was on October 12, 1927, married to Mrs. Jennie Cotton of Baltimore, with whom he is now living. Rev. Tindley had been a widower not quite two years. A capes for the arrest of Rev. Tindley was issued from the Court of Common Pleas by Judge Aless sandroul, on an affidavit filed by Joseph Marinelli, attorney for Miss MacDonald. Destroy your old license plates or place them under lock and key, is the warning issued by J. H. Braum, general counsel for the Chicago Motor club. Every year at this time, police record disclose that some serious crimes and numerous automobile thefts are committed by criminals using cars disguised with last year's license plates. A criminal may easily elude identification by the use of old license plates which have been cast into the alley on the rubbish pile. In the interests of the community, motorists should take every precaution to prevent thieves from ge ting 1927 license plates. HURCH TO EASTER CANTATA observed At Local Baptismation of Special Gram, Report Says a cantata based on the dramatic resurrection of Christ will be pres- first Baptist church, Twenty-first Sunday night by members of the Roberta Musgrove, Shelly Ward, Marie Hill, Birdine Evans and Wil- hemina Putnam. The music is an arrangement of solos, quartettes, anthems and choruses. Mis Pauline Byrd is directing the cantata with Mrs. Beatrice Braddock and Miss Vivian Welch as accompaniists. The program begins promptly at 7:45 p. m. The public is cordially invited. Coolidge's Moderator WASHINGTON—Rev. J. C. Olden Pastor of Plymouth Congregational Church, newly elected Moderator, of the D. C. Association of Congregational Churches. President Coolidge is a member of the First Congregational Church. Scarlock Photo AUSTRALIA BARS NEGRO MUSICIAN European Country Establishes Color Ban and Orders Players Deported (By Cable & Associated Negro Press) SYDNEY, Australia, April 5.—Concentrated action on the part of "white Australians" to bar Negroes and italians from Australia and thereby keep "Australia White," reached a cimax Thursday when the house of representative ordered a group of colored musicians from the United States deported. "Too Familiar With Ladies" According to those behind the movement, which is headed by William Hughes, former premier, the musicians, who are members of the Sonny Clay Plantation orchestra, had been too familiar with white women since their arrival in Australia and that such should not be permitted. In a dispatch sent out by the local correspondent of the Chicago Tribune, Hughes is credited with having made a blasphemous attack on Negroes being permitted to enter Australia and against them associating with white folks, especially white women, saying in part: "If that happened in the southern states of America, the offenders would not be deported — they could not have lived over night. Australian musicians are boycotted in America and now the land of liberty sends us these black beasts to entertain us." Negro performers and musicians have been coming to this country for many years and have made a decided hit with the better element of the citizens. Recently a revue, headed by Joseph Sheetal tourned the country with much success. The Negro orchestras are more in demand than the native musical aggregations and it is believed that that is the real cause why the hostile forces are seeking to bar them. The association with white women is being used to fan the fires of prejudice and to place the colored American in a bad light. The group behind Hughes is attempting to have a law passed prohibiting Negroes and Italians from entering the country and are doing everything possible to effect its passage. It is reported that already the government following the example of South Africa, has decided to exclude all colored entertainers and boxers. A unique plan whereby patrons may purchase a watch, diamond ring, or any article of jewelry by paying a little down and the rest in weekly installments has been evolved by the Star Jewelers. 704 Broadway, according to an announcement made today. The plan has been used by dozens of people who find it a convenient one, according to the management. Grievance Stated In Sufficiently Strong Words, Concludes Magsistrate In Refusing To Grant Demurrer To Petition BIRMINGHAM, April 5.—This entire city was shocked by the tragic death of Dr. C. C. Hawkins, who was burned to death by molten metal when his car collided with a sag train here Sunday evening at Twenty-fourth street and Twenty-fifth avenue. Witnesses at the coroner's inquest stated that Dr. Hawkins' car skidded into the slag pots when he attempted to avert a head-on collision. It is thought that the latch was released and the hot metal poured over the physician and his car. Firemen appeared on the scene and played streams of water upon the metal to cool it sufficiently to remove the victim. Parts of the physician's body had been burned away and the entire body was charred. Dr. Hawkins was one of the most prominent physicians of this section and boasted of a very lucrative practice. When the accident occurred, it is believed he was en route home. The machine in which he was riding was almost demolished by the intense heat of the metal. USES BREAD TO HIDE MOONSHINE NEW ORLEANS, April 5.—Love for gin by Al Brown, a federal prisoner in the house of detention, has caused the arrest of Lillie Dawson for an attempt to smuggle in a boat of qin or in a hollowed loaf of bread. Guards found that the loaf had been hollowed out with a sharp knife. Jim Crow Effort DALAS, Texas., April 5—Because the Wiley college singers refused to use the freight elevator to reach the broadcasting studio on the roof of the Baker hotel, thousands of radio fans who had tuned in on WFAA Saturday evening to hear the singers were disappointed. The concert had been scheduled and advertised extensively and the singers came to the city Saturday to broadcast the program. Saturday evening when they appeared at the hotel they were told by employees that Negroes were not permitted to use the passenger elevator, and that they would have to use the freight elevator. The young people felt that this was an injustice, returned to their stopping places, and wired the college authorities that the concert engagement could not be filled. Efforts to reach the authorities of the radio station were fultile as the hotel people refused to cooperate, expressing the opinion that it would not hurt them to use the freight elevator like the colored help employed at the hotel. Millinery Shop To Feature Easter Hats A special assortment of Easter hats, direct from Paris salons and other centers of style, has been received by the Lenox Millinery shop, 715 Broadway, for the purpose of a sale today and Saturday, according to an announcement given to The American last night. In the group are various models, sizes and shapes, from which a careful selection may be made by any woman who appreciates good merchandise at a fair price, says the management. While the guests looked on, the Rev. Hampton has been in the Rev. Frank S. Deineay, pastor of ministry about twenty-five years. The first round in the fight to force the Gary school board to reinstate three students in Emerson high school has been won. In a decision handed down by Judge Grant Crumpacker in Valpa raise Circuit court Monday morning, a plea to dismiss the case against the school board was denied on the ground that the cause of action had been sufficiently stated to constitute a just grievance against the school board. Attorney William F. Hodges, assisted by Attorney F. Davis, representing the school board lost his argument when he sought to show that the question of segregated schools in Indiana had been settled in decisions handed down in such cases as the famous Archie Great-house case of Indianapolis. "Not Matter of Color" His plea for dismissal was overruled by the court, who instructed attorneys for both sides to proceed with the trial, whereupon a continuation of the case was asked, granted and set for April 30. Representing the school students were Attorneys Edward M. Bacoy, and Robert L. Bailey of Indianapolis who were retained by parents of the ousted Emerson school students. The case is the outgrowth of the summary transfer last January of eight colored students from Emerson high school to Virginia street school, which is declared to be not equipped to give high school instruction. Of the eight students to be ousted from Emerson, five accepted the decree after some protest, but parents of the remaining three filed suits for the re-institution of the trio, who are now attending a Chicago high school while awaiting the outcome of their grievance. Sequel To Strike Shortly before the transfer was made, more than 200 white students at Emerson called a strike against the presence of colored students in their school. The transfer is regarded as a sequel to the Emerson school strike, although a settlement of the strike had been believed made. Spectators from Gery and others interested in the outcome of the case filled the court room to hear the arguments of both sides. Among these were W. A. McAdon, L. G. Means, Mrs. E. M. Bacoun, Lieut. J. C. Green, Mesdames Lucy Vaughn, James Walker and A. Smith. In these days of rapid change, it was a real treat to forty-three guests to attend and witness the beautiful golden wedding anniversary of Rev. and Mrs. Harris T. Hampton, 2501 Jackson street, Wednesday evening. Fifty years ago, at Macon, Mississippi, Rev. H. T. Hampton and Miss Sadie J. Manesse were married, the Rev. Carthan, pastor of the Macon Methodist church officiating. Last evening, the golden anniversary was observed, with four children and two grand-child children present, in the persons of Mrs. Zenobia Baghy, Mrs. Izella Pearson, Mrs. Sadie George and Mrs. Ruth Polard, all daughters. Three sons and nine grandchildren were absent. Four flower girls, including the granddaughters, Undine and Irma, Miss Wilson and Dorothy Polindexer of Chicago, preceded the bridal couple, with Rev. H. T Hampton accompanied by Clarence Pollard, a son-in-law, and Mrs. Hampton on the arm of Mrs. Izella Pearson, a daughter. STA EDITION 5 CENTS PER COPY Gary and C Newsply In Black And White Spiritual Marriage Bride Says Union Is Perfect NEW YORK—Here's Prince Joveddah, East Indian psychologist, 245 W. 45th street, in his purple turban and Mrs. Olive Pink manoe and manager of the bureau where he gives his lecures. The prince is dark, black mustache and goattee. He wears a long-tailed coat. Says the bride-to-be: "The Prince and myself are engaged, but we have not set any date for the wedding. I am so interested in the Tizer Centre where the religion of truth is propounded. It consists of the Ten Commandments and the Golden Rule, taught poetically. Ours will be a perfect union." "Says Mrs. Fink meant a spiritual marriage." Prince Joveddah explained. "Her studies included spiritualism. In fact, she told me that her medium, which is her mother, revealed in a seance that we were to be together forever. I never spoke of love to her—that is love as most people understand it. Ours will be a spiritual union." The prince, his flaunt and theeward were acquitted in court this week of the charge of advertising for solicitors to sell psychology courses and not living up to his advertisement. MANY PAY RESPECTS TO MRS. M'MITCHELL IN FUNERAL RITES Wife of Gary Physician Mourned By Friends; Unexpected Death Shocks Relatives Here; Doctors Pay Tribute Funeral services for Mrs. Laura McMitchell, age 50, wife of Dr. Fred G. McMitchell, Gary physician and proprietor of the McMitchell sanitarium at 2188 Massachusetts street, were held from the Jones' Community Center church, 21st and Washington street at 1 o'clock Thursday afternoon, with Dr. H. L. P. Jones pastor officiating. The funeral program was as follows: funeral procession, "Nearer my God to Thee;" song by choir, Dr. R. O. Mundin director; "Fade, Fade, each earthly joy;" scripture lesson, 90th psalm. "Lord thou hast been our dwelling place in all generations;" song by choir, "Go Bury Thy Sorrow;" invocation; choir selection, "Asleep in Jesus, Blessed Sleep;" obituary; Dr. Royal W. Grubbs; funeral oration: Dr. H. L. P. Jones: "Oh that I had wings like a dove, for then would I fly away and be at rest;" resolutions: by church; medical profession; orders and friends; viewing of remains. be remembered as an honest, industrious and Christian woman, at all times intensely interested in her husband's welfare and success. In business she was successful and was well liked by all who know her. Besides her husband, Mrs. McMitchell is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Thomas of Columbus, Georgia. Interment followed the services at Oak Hill cemetery. Mrs. McMittchell sustained a skull fracture and internal injuries when she fell 20 feet down an open elevator shaft in the hospital Saturday, to which injuries she succumbed. Mrs. McMittchell came to Gary with her husband in 1913. She will always EN WEDDING BY OF GARY PAIR Trinity E. E. church, officiated at the golden jubilee and made very fitting remarks to the couple who had been so faithful throughout the years. Music was furnished by Miss Annie Harris of Chicago. The wedding march, by Mendelsohn, was played by Mrs. Clara Polindexter of Chicago. "My Blue Heaven" and "Charmaine", were sung by Ariel Lovelace, popular singer of Gary, and "Silver Threads Among the Gold", and "Oh Promise Me", were sung by Mrs. Sadie George, a daughter, of Chicago. The bride wore a white broadcloth dress, with train covered with lace, capped by an orange blossom wreath. The color scheme of green and gold was carried out, in draperies, wedding cake, napkins and in the beautiful flowering arch decorations of the rooms. Many appropriate golden presents were received including one hundred dollars in gold coins and other valuable presents. Rev. Hampton has been in the ministry about twenty-five years. be remembered as an honest, industrious and Ochristian woman, at all times intensely interested in her husband's welfare and success. In business she was successful and was well liked by all who knew her. Besides her husband, Mrs. McMitchell is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Thomas of Columbus, Georgia. Interment followed the services at Oak Hill cemetery. FUR THIEF HELD THEN IDENTIFIED Police Capture Suspect In Pittsburgh Who Committed Hundred Jobs, Claim (By Preston News Service) PITTSBURGH, April 5—Nine fur coats, stolen from down town office buildings, were identified Saturday afternoon at notice headquarters after the arrest of Theodore Leamot (aged 24. The remainder in a hundred or more similar thefts that were reported taken to Chicago by an accomplice it is believed. Officers say they have good chees and think the arrest of Lennox will solve numerous thefts of this character in Pittsburgh during the past few months. Two Graduates In Same Family Here In less than one year, two members of a prominent Gary family graduated from the University of Chicago. Last June, Miss Harriet Lawson graduated from the university where she majored in latin and Greek with a bachelor of arts degree. Then came the graduation of Mr. John Lawson on March 20 from the same institution who majored in mathematics and received the bachelor of science degree. Mr. and Mrs. John L. Lawson of 2356 Connecticut street are the proud parents of these young people, and they are both teachers in the Gary public schools. Former Gary Newspaper Man To Star New Venture in Missouri Metropolis (By Exchange Press) KANSAS CITY, April 5—David Bussman Taylor, former publisher of The Gary Colored American, has locat ed in Kansas City where he intends to publish a weekly newspaper, to be known as the Kansas City American, it was reported today. The first issue of the paper, it was declared, will make its appearance during the first week in April Taylor will be both editor and publisher of the new venture. Taylor has seen newspaper work in at least four different cities and towns in the United States. Beginning with a daily newspaper in Washington, D. C., which he conducted successfully for some time, Taylor has published successfully the Washington Daily American, the Atlantic City, N. J., Advocate, and the Gary Colored American. Possessed of an aggressive personality, a fluent taker and a degree of persistence which is unusual for one of his age, he has created a large following of observers who are wondering what will be the outcome of his next newspaper venture. According to information gathered from various sources, the new publication has secured the franchises for the service of weekly dispatches of the Associated Negro Press. It is understood that the paper will be printed in a shop which has been purchased for that purpose. Plea Rejected for Better School Bldg. (By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS, April 5—Those who have felt that the local school board would take steps immediately to remedy the deplorable condition of Negro schools, received a jolt Friday, when the members of the board turned a deaf ear, so to speak, to the request that the buildings occupied by Negro pupils be put in first class condition and the present congestion be relieved by new buildings. The school board was apprised of of the fact that the schools for Negroes in New Orleans were "worse than in any other southern city and that the percentage of funds diverted to Negro schools was less than five per cent." The board was asked to set aside a specified fund for the purpose of promoting the progress of the schools for Negroes, but this was denied by the board. At the same time, the superintendent pointed out that the school board was aware of the conditions faced by Negro students in their schools but held out little hope that this condition will be remedied. LILY WHITES INDORSE HOOVER ALEXANDRIA, April 5—The republican state convention controlled by the illy white faction which met here endorsed Herbert Hoover for president and instructed the delegates from Louisiana to vote for him at the national convention to be held at Kansas City. Emile Kuntz, of New Orleans, was elected national committeeman from Louisiana. Paints, Wall Paper, Varnish or Window Shades, stop at our store. Best for less. 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The shooting is said to have occurred in the woman's home Wednesday night when she and Casey quarreled. It is also reported that Casey was cleaning a revolver and it exploded accidentally. Casey told police that the shooting was accidental. Leaflet On Tour To N. A. A. C. P. Conference NEW YORK, April 5. — In connection with the 19th annual spring conference in Los Angeles, June 27 to July 5, of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, a special leaflet is being prepared by the Rock Island and New York Central railroads, outlining the N. A. A. C. P. tour to Los Angeles, giving rates from principal cities throughout the east and middle west and also outlining routes for delegates and friends so that they may join the national office party. Tries To Hide Rum In Loaf of Bread (By Preston News Service) NEW ORLEANS, April 5.—Mrs. Lillian Dawson was arrested Tuesday for possessing liquor when she sought to smuggle a pint concealed in a hollowed loaf of bread to Albert Brown, a federal prisoner at the House of Detention. Guards inspecting the packages found the bread somewhat heavy. Close inspection disclosed that the loaf had been hollowed out with a sharp knife and a bottle of liquor paced within it. The woman was taken nitto custody. BANIS -the Eff You can color to y restore it It is effici liquid in washes off the scalp and leaves No odor. No stickiness. LARIEUSE FRENCH HAIR COLOR makes the hair a lustrous black in 15 ones application required. Acts like ma- to you postpaid on receipt of price of $8 Enclose coupon with your order or write for further information. ROOS BROADWA BANISH GRAY HAIR! – the Quick– Easy– Efficient Way! 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Thursday-Friday, April 5-6 Norman Kerry and Lois Moran in "THE IRRESISTIBLE LOVER" Al Hoxie in "UNSEEN ENEMIES Comedy and News Saturday Harrison Ford in "A WO Tex Maynard in "GU Sunday Special I Laura LaPlante in " Conrad Veidt in Comedy Monday-Tues William Boyd a "TWO ARAN Comedy Wednesd Saturday, April 7 Harrison Ford in "A WOMAN AGAINST WORLD" Tex Maynard in "GUN HAND GARRISON" Sunday, April 8 Special Double Show Laura LaPlante in "FINDERS KEEPERS" Conrad Veidt in "A MAN'S PAST Comedy and News Monday-Tuesday, April 9-10 William Boyd and Mary Astor in "TWO ARABIAN NIGHTS" Comedy and News Wednesday, April 11 Johnny Walker in "A BOY OF THE STREETS" Ted Wills in "THUNDER RIDER" --- NO MORE ROOM FOR WHITES IN AFRICA, CLAIM Speaker At East Chicago Chamber of Commerce Says Climax Here There is no more room for white men in Africa, declared Major John J. Hill to members of the East Chicago Chamber of Commerce, at the semi-monthly forum meeting recently at the First Congregational church. The saturation point has about been reached; totaling about one per cent of the entire population, until such time as white people can learn to live in the African Climate, he said. Wish 200,000,000 to 300,000,000 population filling all the territory available for settlement, there are only between 2,000,000 and 3,000,000 whites in the centre country and these are constantly changing in order to live, he said, except in South Africa where the climate approximates that of this country. The great interior country is the abode of the blacks except where deserts or swamps make it utterly inhabitable, he said. The Major was talking about his experiences with Oceil Rhodes in Africa, and his own pioneer efforts towards the building of the Cape Town to Cairo railroad, 5,000 miles across the continent through a territory never before traversed except by Livingston. Interesting, informative and humorous statements concerning the country, its people, its wealth and its ignorance, were fired with lightning rapidity by Major Hill, who located the principal regions traversed by him, upon a map showing the different countries of "the dark continent." No matter what state lines are shown upon the map and what countries are supposed to exercise control over the continent, it is the witch doctor who is the real ruler, Major Hill declared. The meeting was intensely interesting in every detail. The largest crowd this year was in attendance and every table and chair was crowded almost to capacity. The drawing for $30 prize attendance money showed the person drawn not in attendance and the prize becomes $40 at the next meeting. Minister Seeks Son; Asks for Aid (By Preston News Service) PITTSBURGH, April 5—The Rev. Dr. L. L. 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JO BAKER CAUSES STIR IN VIENNA PARLIAMENT, CLAIM VIENNA, April 5. — Josephine Baker, and her "Postage Stamp" costume were the subject of a heated debate here in the Austrian National Parliament, here Saturday, when Dr. Jarzabeck, leader of the Clerical Party, sought to prevent the little dancer from appearing here March 1. Dr. Jarzabeck declared that he was not opposing her appearance because she was colored but because she appeared before the public "dressed only in a postage stamp." The Social Democrats, who rule the City of Vienna, answered the doctor's GARY AUTO TOP SHOP Curtaina : Slip Covers : Winter Enclosures : Automobile Glass Body and Fender Repairing 624 Washington St. Gary, Ind. 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May SUN THURS TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 18 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Under The Constellation of Gemini Easter Sunday CHURCH PROGRAMS CAREY LAUDED FOR WORK ON CIVIL SERVICE CAREY LAUDED FOR WORK ON CIVIL SERVICE (By Preston News Service) KANSAS CITY, April 5—Amid great enthusiasm a meeting composed of leading ministers of the A. M. E. church a resolution was unanimously adopted commending the work of Bishop A. J. Carey as civil service commissioner of Chicago. Bishop William Decker Johnson, of Texas, who was associated with Bishop Carey, called attention to the great work Bishop Carey is doing for the race in Chicago and throughout the country. Others who are familiar with the work cited instances substantiating the statements of Bishop Johnson, and then J. R. Ransom read a resolution which was unanimously adopted. It was the sentiment of this gathering that the coming General Conference should assign Bishop Carey to the Fourth Episcopal District which includes Chicago, in order that he may be unhindered in the work he is doing for the race there. FIGHT OVER MAN NEW ORLEANS, April 5. — Eve Richardson, age 25, was perhaps fatally stabbed here Tuesday by a companion known only by the name of Ruth, who is being sought by the police. The trouble occurred over the ownership of the affections of Charles Phillips, age 63, and known as "Papa-too-Sweet". --comes May. Nature Advertises her welcome presence with myriads of early flowers. Follow her example, Mr. Merchant. Display your Spring and early Summer offerings to folks via-- GARY AMERICAN Leaves Will To White Employer Spartanburg, S. C., April 5.—The property, real and personal of the late Mrs. Mattie Thompson was left to Mrs. I. C. Blackwood, white, according to the will of the deceased which was probated here Monday. Mrs. Thompson was employed by Mrs. Blackwood and left the property to her as a "token of her care and kindness to me during my life and illness." AMITY SEEN AS SURE FOR WAR Friendships, Not Battleships, Will Bring Nations To Terms of Peace (By Associated Negro Press) WASHINGTON. April 5.—"Friendships, not battleships, will always be the strongest defense which the American people can build in their relationships with each other as individuals and as a group with other nations." declares Miss Mary Idai Winder of Washington, D. C, field secretary for the National Council for prevention of War. "We need to get better acquainted with each other and to look at both sides of all questions. In this way we would eliminate much fear and antagonism and be able to settle all questions without the use of guns." "The question which is calling for the immediate attention of the American people is the proposal that has been introduced into our United States Congress to build 71 new ships for our navy costing more than a billion dollars. "This comes at a time when the FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 1928 FIVE STATES ON HONOR BOLL OF CHURCH COUNCIL Federal Council of Churches Reports Mob Violence On Decline In America (By Friar News Service) NEW YORK, April 5.—A total of 16 lynchings in seven states, fourteen fewer than in 1926, were recorded during 1927, by the commission on race relations of the Federal Council of Churches. More states were able to report no lynchings in 1927 than ever before, according to the commission's report. Georgia and Florida, for the first time since the commission began to keep records climbed into the no lynching column. Five states, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Ne Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont have never had a lynching, according to the data in the hands of the commission. New York has reported none during the past ten years. nations of the world have been talking about world-wide disarmament in international agreement—a policy which President Coolidge and practically all thinking American people have endured. When we talk of adding 71 new ships to our navy the other nations of the world doubt the sincerity of the fine words we have been speaking about peace. Even Great Britain is not increasing her navy as we are protesting to do ours. The other nations will not disarm while we are increasing armaments." GETS NATIONAL HEAVY TITLE (By Preston News Service) DETROIT, Apr. 5-Robert Moody, heavyweight of the Tarentum A. C. of Freeport, Pa., won the National Amateur heavyweight title here Thursday night when he defeated Frank Salken of Boston in the finals of National Junior amateur tournament. Moody defeated Salken in three rounds. FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS Is a matter of careful compounding. We are prepared to fill your prescriptions promptly and accurately. 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Mr. Guest said, "and I feel certain that if British dancers had any idea of these meanings, they would never dance the "heeble-jebble" or the "black bottom" again." The minister declared that he was surprised to find the British performing these dances. "Im morality among the natives," he said, "is the most serious problem that confronts the missionary today. One of the chief reasons for this immorality is the performance of dances similar to the 'black bottom' dance which I saw performed by scores of young people at a London dance hall. It is nothing more or less than an adaptation of a native dance, the meaning of which is too horrible to describe. "Until he becomes of a certain age," continued the missionary, "an African boy is not allowed to mix with girls. On attaining what the tribe considers his manhood, he goes through an initiation. This takes the form of a dance exactly like the 'black bottom,' which is performed by men wearing grotesque masks. When this dance is over, the youth takes as many 'wives' as he wants, thirty being the usual number taken "At Quibocolo we ussip native Christians for even watching the 'black bottom,' yet I come home and find my white brethren performing the same immoral dances which infest darkest Africa." Example of man having the last word: "All right; all right; we'll go." FILLING PRESC Is a matter of careful compou to fill your prescriptions promptly reasonable. All the latest hits in pho DIXIE DRU 17th & Washington One of t And A DV Pe to do so ```markdown ``` The American is read weekly in 91.84% of the 5,700 Colored homes of Gary. 70% of the 9,000 homes of Lake County - one of richest counties in the State. to sell the ing the THE HOWARD UNIV. GETS FEDERAL APPROPRIATION That paper is The Gary American, with an audited circulation of 8,000 copies weekly-a circulation which guarant complete coverage of the Colored Market Convicted After Called "Insane" WASHINGTON, April 5. After being pronounced cured of insanity, Louis A. Bowie was convicted of murder in the second degree Tuesday, in connection with the death of William Simms in 1925. At the trial in 1925 Bowie was convicted of first degree murder, but was saved by being pronounced insane. He was recently discharged as cured and was placed on trial Tuesday. DAWSON AFTER MADDEN'S SEAT Colored Attorney Wants To Represent Negro from First District (By Associated Negro Press) CHICAGO, April 5—The fight for Republican Candidate for U. S. House of Representatives from the first congressional district of Illinois has simmered down to a race between Martin B. Madden, present encumbent, and Attorney William L. Dawson, a prominent young colored attorney. Congressman Madden has the support of the regular republican organization, which is headed by William Hale Thonpson, Robert E. Crowe, Len Small, Homer Galpin, and Bishop A. J. Carey. 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BILL IS PASSEL BY COMMITTEE BY LARGE VOTE Officials of School Elated; Democrats Oppose Measure; Republicans Favor It (From The American's Bureau) WASHINGTON, April 4.—The House of Representatives late Thursday, by a roll call vote of $26 to 94, passed the bill sponsored by Chairman Reed of New York, of the house committee on education, by which Baptist Ministers association of which Dr. L. K. Williams is the president. The race issue is the chief plank in the platform but is creating wide-spread sentiment in favor of a Negro for Congress. GETS FEDE "annual appropriations are authorized to aid in the construction, development, improvement and maintenance of Howard university, no part of which shall be used for religious instruction." Through this legislation it is intended to end the practice that has been indulged in for the last ten years or more of causing delay in the passage of the interior department appropriation bill by raising the point of order that the appropriations for Howard university are not authorized by substantive law. The statute always makes the stand for these appropriations and they are allowed after conferences between the two houses. Seek To Amend Clause Southern democrats made a stubborn fight in an attempt to defeat the bill, to strike out the enacting clause and to amend it, all of which attempts failed by decisive votes. Representative Reed and others emphasized that the Federal government has been making appropriations for this institution for the higher education of colored people for more than 48 years, and that Howard university has sent out WOMEN EDERAL scores of trained leaders who have guided the remarkable development of their race. 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Both men died soon after being shot. FIGHT WAGED TO NOMONATE PARTY CHIEF (By Preston Nawn Service) NEWARK, N. J., April 5. - Colored republicans of Essex will have none of the republican organization unless they are allowed to pick their own representatives. This notice was served on the organization leaders Thursday afternoon by John T. Cheshire at a public meeting for Senator Larson, one of the candidates for governor. Wants George F. Bates The colored voters desire George F. Bates as their representative for candidate for delegate-at-large to the republican national convention, but white republicans have selected Dr. W. G. Alexander instead. Speakers attacked Mr. Duffield because of his alleged vote against seating Negro delegates to the republican national convention in 1920. It was charged that Duffield as a member of the credentials committees voted against seating any delegates who looked like a Negro. It was also pointed out that Mr. Diffield, head of the Prudential Life would not even consider hiring colored waitresses in the company's restaurant. 'Square Deal Is All We Want,' Says Duke (Bry Associated Negro Press) DURHAM, N. C., April 5.—As the principal speaker at the vasper services at Duke university, Sunday afternoon, Dr. J. E. Shepard, president of the North Carolina College for Negroes, made an impassioned but earnest plea for a square deal for the American Negro. Dr. Shepard pointed out that the main difficulty in the white man giving the Negro a square deal in the South was in his ability to place himself in the Negro's place and to understand the Negro and his needs. If the white students and white race would strive to do those things a better feeling would exist between the races and the Southland would progress and prosper in the manner in which leading colored and white citizens would like to see it advance. Among the rights which the Negro wanted, according to Dr. Shepard, were justice in the courts, the right to vote in order that he might share more equitably in civic improvements, better schools, the protection of the law, equal accommodations on public carriers and the right to work out his own salvation as a real American citizen. amphlet Tells of Racial Relations (By Associated Negro Press) ATLANTA. April 5—The Commission on Interracial Cooperation, with headquarters at 409 Palmer building, this city, has just issued for general distribution a sixteen-page pamphlet entitled "Race Relations in 1927", which is receiving wide attention. The pamphlet undertakes to survey briefly but rather comprehensively the most important recent trends in race relations. Some of the subjects treated are lynching and mob violence, education, welfare, health, economic opportunity, interracial interest in the colleges and churches, research projects, Negro suffrage, and interracial cooperation. Sample copies of the pamphlet will be supplied without charge to anyone applying, according to a statement from the office of the Commission. Never fit a garment wrong side out. Few pebble are exactly alike on both left and right sides, and when the garment is turned right side out it may not set smoothly. Only One of Race Known Dead In Flood Which Devastated Entire Farm Valley LOS ANGELES, March 24.—Solomon Byrd, a native of Virginia, was buried here today, the only colored victim of the St. Francis Dam disaster. Byrd is the only Negro known to have lost his life when the giant dam broke, and let through a torrent of gushing water which took a high toll in lives and property damages. Two other colored people were said to have lost their lives when twelve billion gallons of angry water was unloosed in the WHY -One out of every four, in fact! 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Boy Nearly Starves In Shipment of Rags (By Preston News Service) ST. LOUIS, April 5. — Joseph Calloway, aged 1, who says he is from Memphis, Tenn., is being treated ed in the City hospital from the effects of a six-day period of involuntary fasting. It is said that it will take probably three or four days for the boy to regain sufficient strength to return home. The boy was found by employees of the General Paper Stock company while unloading a carload of rags which had just arrived from Memphis. The boy was imbedded in the rags and not able to move his limbs after his extrication. At the hospital he told police he had a penchant for the wharves and freight yards since he was big enough to toddle to them. He said that on Thursday afternoon he crawled into a party loaded freight car to take a nap and did not awake until he heard the train bumping over the bridge and through the tunnels. As soon as the boy is able to travel he will be sent back to Memphis through the instrumentality of the local Urban league of which John T. Clark is the executive secretary. Club Warns Against Abandoning Parcels Motorists who leave parcels in their cars offer a temptation to thieves to smash locks and break door handles, according to H. M. Brown, general manager of the Chicago Motor club. One of the weapons used to break door handles is a gas pipe one inch in diameter and about a foot long. The gas pipe is concealed in a rolled newspaper and is carried in the sleeve. By slipping the end of the gas pipe over the door handle the lock is easily twisted off. The obvious remedy, of course, says Mr. Brown, is for motorists to take care to leave no parcels or other visible personal property in parked cars. WIN WITH COOKE SLOGAN CHOSEN Backers of Campaign of Gary Architect Hold Mammoth Meeting In Hammond William W. Cooke's campaign for general assembly got under way in Hammond Tuesday night at the A.M. E. Zion church. The slogan adopted at the Hammond meeting was "Win with Cooke". The following people have indorsed Mr. Cooke and they constitute his campaign committee: Mesdames Clara Webster, Els White, Lindsay Lewis, E. A. White lock, Rare Robininson, L. J. Moore, woodfool Walker, Lena Harris and Mary Stokes. Messrs. J. D. Smith H. M. Fletcher, William Owesley James Lewis, Sol West, Lindsay Lewis, Thomas C. Williams, William Seaton, William Webster, James E Crisp, H. H. Hucle, William Ervin J. P. Crawford, F. W. Alexander, Luther J. Moore, Sylvester Stacker, T. C. Vinson, W. A. Fuller, treasurer Judge W. C. Huston, William Elson, William Burrus, W. J. Robinson F. Burrell, Dr. D. T. Cardwell, secretary, Dr. D. W. Turner, Dr. R. W. Grubbs, Dr. C. R. Wood, Dr. R. M. Hedrick, Rev. Allen, Rev. C. E Hawkins, Rev. F. S. Delaney, Rev M. Coleman, Rev. Paulk and A. B Whitlock, chairman. Negroes Organize In Bus Line Fight (By Associated Negro Press) WATTS, Cal., April 5.—Citizens of South Los Angeles (formerly Watt's) gathered 1,000 strong in mass meeting at Grant chapel, Tuesday evening to protest against the action of the Watts Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Public Utilities in revoking the franchise of the bus line which had been conducted by Negroes. The colored people compose 98 per cent of the patronage of the bus lines running in this section, but the Chamber of Commerce of South Los Angeles had looked with disfavor upon the spectacle of colored men operating the bus lines and deliberately set about to change it. They do not object to Negroes as patrons of the line, but do object to them as operators and drivers. GREENSBORO, N. C., April 5. Bishop Wilbur P. Thirkield and Mrs. Thirkield were honored in a testimonial at Bennett College for Women, Tuesday night. On this occasion some of the most noted men and women in America were present. Bishop Thirkield was for a number of years president of Howard university. The present president, Mordecal Johnson, will appear on the program. GIRL CHARGED WITH SLAYING OF WHITE MAN Son of Wealthy Planter Is Killed; Police Hold Young Single Girl CLARK SALE, miss., April 6. Miss Luhi Young is charged with the murder of Otis McLeed, son of a white planter, who died in a local hospital a few hours after fatal wounds were received. The woman claims that McLeed in company with another white man and a Negro came to her home and started a dice game. She she remonstrated, the men beat her. She ran to an adjoining room and procured a shot gun to protect herself. When she returned, McLeed attacked her and the weapon was discharged during the scuffle. Adams Candidate for Paper Editor (By Preston News Service) KANSAS CITY, April 5.—Great interest was awakened in local A. M. E. church circles last week when Dr. R. A. Adams, of this city announced his candidacy for the editorship of the Western Christian Recorder. This A. M. E. weekly is being published in Kansas City and the local church folk are rejoicing in the fact that it shall remain here if Dr. Adams is elected. In the announcement Dr. Adams presents as his program: regularity in issuing the paper; improvement both in Literary and mechanical departments; efforts to interest the lasty; campaign to increase subscriptions and revenue; establishment of a Book Depository in Kansas City from which to supply religious literature to churchmen in the Western section. As toftiness for the work, in addition to many years of work in the church the following might be noted: Twenty-five years as editor and publisher of journals; author of a number of books; contributor to Ascended Negro Press Reporting syndicate (white); Literary critic; president of the Literary-Commercial bureau; author of Arrows, released for the past four years to one and thirty Negro journals. George Schuyler To Tour Pacific (By Presson News Services) NEW YORK CITY, April 5.—George S. Schulyer, managing editor of the Messenger and special writer for The Pittsburgh Courier, announced last week that he will leave here for Los Angeles, where he will begin a three-week lecture tour of the Pacific coast on the 15th of April. The tour is under the management of Miss Lue Sayers, correspondent of the Pacific Coast News Bureau and a widely known newspaper woman of the west. Among the subjects of Mr. Schulyer's lectures will be: "Can The Negro Church Survive?" "Negro Art and Other Illusions?" "Psychoanalyzing the Afro-American" and "The Negro's Economic Salvation." The tour includes all important cities from Seattle, Wash., to San Diego, Cal. Mr. Schulyer expects to return to New York about April 1. C. Takes Up Wife's Quarrel—Killed PHILADELPHIA, April 5. Clarence Green is dead, and William Harrison is held on a charge of first degree murder in connection with his death, which resulted from injuries received in a fight staged by the two men, Monday evening. According to the testimony, Harrison and his wife, and Green and his wife, along with George Stafford, were returning home from a cabaret party when the women engaged in a quarrel. The husbands took up the quarrel and a fight followed in which Green was mortally wounded. FORMER SLAVE DEAD IN WASH. Mrs. Sophia Jackson Dies In District of Columbia At the Age of 99 Years (By Associated Negro Press) WASHINGTON, April 5. — The death of Mrs. Sophia Jackson here Friday blasted her hopes of living to one hundred years. When death overtook her at the home of the Little Sisters of the Poor, she was ninety-nine years old. Funeral services were held at the St. Cyprians' Catholic church. She is survived by two daughters and several grand children. Payne Eulogises Young To Fraters LOUISVILLE, April 5.—Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Aaron Payne of Chicago, a former Louisville citizen, delivered the principal address before the Omega Phi Psi fraternity last Sunday in commemoration of the life of the late Charles Young, U. S. Colone', who was born in Kentucky. Attorney Payne was greeted with hearty welcome addresses and repeated applauses. The exercises were accompanied by special musical selections. He was accompanied by his wife and was the guest of his mother, Mrs. Aaron Payne, who is principal of one of the large public schools. BAPTISTS OWN $65,000 HOME (By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS, April 5.—The First Baptist association, comprising the parishes of Orleans, Plaquemine, St. Bernard, and Jefferson, has 15,000 communicants and owns the Widows Faith home in the upper section of the city, valued at $65,000. Year after year for 14 years, CADILLAC has been America's leading fine car Today, it is possible for everyone to own an automobile. We have the best re-conditioned cars that can be bought in America. These cars sell for prices far below what you might ordinarily expect. A small payment down, and the balance in small monthly installments in the simple plan. Visit our show rooms today and see the line of re-conditioned motor cars that we have installed. In the great number we have on display, you are certain to find one that will suit your special needs for a good automobile. You can pay as you ride, as a small payment down gives you immediate possession of the machine to enjoy the advantages as well as the pleasures of owning an automobile. LEO P. KNOERZER Telephone 600 HOIDMAN STREET AT OGDEN HAMMOND, IND. Court Sentences Trio To Electric Chair As Penalty for Act (By Preston News Service) ERIE, Pa., April 5—Three Erie men were sentenced Wednesday to die in the electric chair and another to prison for life for the murder of Pelligrino Cook, an Italian grocer and "soft" drinks dealer, three months ago. The men found guilty of first degree murder without recommendation of mercy, making the death sentence automatic according to the Pennsylvania law, are: John H. Wilson, aged 28, Raymond Parker, aged 21, and James Parker, a brother, aged 24. John B. Ware, aged only 16 years, was convicted of first degree murder, but in his case the jury recommended mercy and the court sentenced him to life imprisonment. Defense counsel inti led that an effort would be made to obtain retrial for, Ware. All four of the men confessed, it is said, to the murder. Wilson was said to have confessed firing the fatal shot when Cook awoke and caught him attempting to rob his place of business. The other men were in the store at the time rifling it. WHITE DOCTOR ATTACKS MAN (By Associated Negro Press) GULPPORT, MISS. April 6—Dr. L. C. Rouse, white of Mississippi City, who was charged with assault and battery in connection with an alleged attack with a hammer on Tom Stewart, has waived examination and has been bound over to the grand jury in bonds of one thousand dollars. Jumps Into River After Striking Man GREENWOOD, Miss., April 5. After hitting a 16 year old boy on the head with a brick during a boy's schupe on the banks of the Yazoo river, T. J. Franklin, apparently fearing that he had killed Sykes, jumped into the river and was drowned. Sykes was only stunned by the blow. Legal Notices NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That on the 26th day of the March, 1928, the Board of County, Indiana, Dearborn City, Gary, Lake County, Indiana, Dearborn City, Geneva, RESOLUTION NUMBER 6848 for the IMPROVEMENT OF LINCOLN STREET, from the Center Line of 48th Avenue to the Center Line of 48th Avenue. JOHNSON STREET, SECTION 10, from the Center Line of 48th Avenue to the CHANAN STREET, SECTION 4, from the Center Line of 48th Avenue to the Center Avenue. SECTION 1, from the Center Line. Grant Street to the Center Line of Buchanan Street, in said City of Gary, on a star or stone base; or sheet block on concrete pavement 88" in width including lip; or sheet asphalt, asphaltic concrete, on a star or stone base; or sheet block on concrete foundation 24" in width with 6" curbs and any of the above pavement. Gutter 24" wide; together with all necessary apertures and all in accordance with the plane and specifications on file in the office of the City Engineer. The Board of Public Works will meet on the 16th day of April, 1928, at ten o'clock in the morning to receive and hear remonstrances from all persons interested and will decide whether the benefits to the property lie in the form of a tax, will equal the estimated cost thereof, and will thereafter confirm, modify or recribe its Preliminary Resolution. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS NOTICE TO the Board of Public Works of the City of Gary, Lake County, Indiana, will meet on the 9th day of April, 1928, in its office in the Improvement Center to consider bids for the IMPROVEMENT STREET & STREETS in said City of Gary, all in accordance with the plans and specifications made on the in office of the Board of Public Works. The cost of said improvement shall be assessed as special benefits to the abutting and benefited property. Bidders must return to unsuccessful bidders, and to the percent of the Engineer's estimate of the cost of said improvement which will be returned to unsuccessful bidders, and to the percent of the bond have been executed for the work. No certified check will be received in a less amount than One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars and all bids. Bids must be on file in the Board's Office of said City by ten o'clock a.m., on the 9th day of April, 1928. BY ORDER OF PUBLIC WORKS. JOHN A. BRENNAN HARRY L. ARNOLD Board of Public Works. ATTEST: ANNA BARRETT, Clerk. 3-30-4-6 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That the Board of Public Works of the City of Gary, Lake County, Indiana, will meet on the 9th day of April, 1928, in its office in the City Hall, to receive and consider bids for the CONSTRUCTION OF DISTRICT SEWER NO. 76 in said City of the year, all in accordance with the plans and specifications now on file in the office of the Board of Public Works. The cost of said improvement shall be assessed as a special benefits to the about-for-the-bestே property. Bidder's trust file a certified check for at least 2 percent of the Engineer's estimate of the cost of said improvement which will be returned to unsuccessful bidders, and to the successful bidder when a contract and bond have been executed for the work. No certified check will be received in a less amount than One Hundred ($100.00) Dollars. The right is reserved to reject any and all bids. Bids must be on file in the Board's Office of said City by ten o'clock a.m. on the 1st of April, 1928. By order of the Board of Public Works. FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 1928 NOTICE NOTICE IS REFERRED GIVEN. That on the 28th day of March, 1928, the Board of Public Works of the City of Gary, Lake County, Indiana, adopted DECLARATORY PROVENGE OF BUCHANAN STREET, SECTION 5, from the Center Line of 584 and the Lower Line of 8th Avenue, in said City of Gary, Lake County, thereto on a 7' reinforced concrete pavement on sand foundation 24' and 88' in width with on concrete foundation 24' in width with on concrete foundation 24' wide; also 8' sidewalk on each side of the street, together with all necessary ap- plications on the plans and specifications now on file in the office of the City Engineer. Works will meet on the 18th day of April, 1928, a 'o'clock a. m., in its office in the City Hall to receive and heat remonstrances from the public until the benefits to the property li- bile to be assessed for such improvement will be determined, thereof, and will thereafter confirm, modify or rescind its Presidential Resolution. By order of the Board of Public Works, BENEFITS OF THE BOARD JOHN A. 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Albert was given a beautiful silver loving cup as a reward for being the winner, and it is needlese to say that we are all proud of him. He is only 11 years of age and is in the 5 B grade at Freebear school. Miss Mary Gowell is his trainer. In remarking about the winner Miss Louise Starkey of Northwestern university School of Speech, judge of the contest said: "His gestures were free and good. He read with excellent appreciation, showed unusual variety of voice and made good use of body movement." Since the time of the contest, Albert has appeared on the program of several of the Gary business men's clubs and has also been taken to Chicago by his trainer on several occasions. Each time he found his audience very appreciative, and is always compensated with a thunder of applause from his listeners. It is generally agreed by all who have heard this lad that he possesses unusual talent and there is no doubt but that with our encouragement and continuous training he will make a place for himself among the best reader of his day. Words mean little. Once the bride was endowed with worldly goods and didn't get them; now she isn't and does. "Say It With Jewelry" A Wrist Watch for Easter FASTENED to your wrist— handy where you can get the time at a glance—an at- tractive Wrist Watch is a Wonderful Easter Gift for your friend or self. Consider these: 6-Jewel guaranteed movement and case..... $8.50 $1 Down—50c a Week 15-Jewel guaranteed move- ment and case..... $18.95 $1 Down—50c a Week Star Jewelers "THE HOUSE OF FRIENLY CREDIT" 704 Broadway THE GARY HATCHERY 12 E. 19th Ave. Now Open for Business Baby Chicks—healthy and ready for the Brooder. Come in and get our prices. Also Chicken Feeds and Supplies. --- MANDY'S CANDIES Palace Theatre Bldg. Phone 7049 Gary, Indiana Trays Full! 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HAMS 13 c a pound SALT PORK 10 1/2 c a pound PURE LARD 12 1/2 c a pound PORK ROASTS 10 1/2 c a pound SPARE RIBS 10 1/2 c a pound BEEF STEW 11 c a pound S. A. Fele Packing Co. 1631 Broadway Phon1327 1044 Broadway Quart Jar of Olives 49c 3-PIECE PARLOR SUITES Covered with good quality velour, with reversible cushions, and guaranteed construction. $98.00 LEADER E STORE IN PRICES" our Order Of rier for Easter on? Eggs you'll need, for breakfast, cooking 40c a doz. Coffee Store Phone 2310 Phone 5979 Calumet Baking Powder 27c a can SOCIETY BY PAULINE H. BYRD bns Voyage' Party Ivan For Young Lawe One of the most brilliant aff f a "bon voyage" party in the ahn Tunstolb of 20 West 17th aven f Charles Roy Lawe by a few o One of the most brilliant affairs of the season was the scene f a "bon voyage" party in the beautiful parlors of Mr. and Mrs. kim Tunstol of 20 West 17th avenue, Tuesday night given in honor f Charles Roy Lawe by a few of his Kappa Alpha Si fraternity others. Dr. H. H. Clay, R. M. edrick, G. H. Ross and Attorney E. B. Bacoun. The party was voted the most enjoyable of the season and was carried out in true Kappa form and for the first time in the history of Gary society, the Kappa spirit was prevalent and filled the air. A delicious menu was served which was adaptable for the occasion. Those in attendance were: Misses pola Smith, Willa Brown, Grace Nicholson, Thyra Edwards, Georgia Washington, Mae Diffay, Dorothy borter, Lenora Buckner and Hopeennis. Mesdames Anna S. Johnson, Isora Stewart and John Tuntol. Messre, Wm. H. Lane, E. R. Lyman, James Rickman, Lynwood wood, Nelson E. Woodley, Harrychell, and H. H. Clay, R. M. Niedek and Gordon H. Ross. * Messrs. Howard and Booker Black- bell of Chicago were Gary visitors fonday. They are quite well known 1 Gary and their many many friends are pleased to greet them. Mrs. Elson. Brown of Front street who has been visiting in Texas for ever. Weiss has returned home. Her sister returned to Gary for an indefinite visit. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Stanley, and mrs. M. M. Clarke and daughter, india, all of South Bend, were week- and visitors in Gary Sunday and friday, the house guests of Mrs. L. C. Kelley and daughter, Elizabeth 866 Massachusetts street. Mrs. Stanley is a prominent social welfare worker of South Bend, president of the Booker T. Washington Community service, sponsor of several women's club organizations. Mrs. Clarke is secretry of the booker T. Washington Community service, and is also indentified with various feminist movements. While here, they were extensively interested. They were taken on a pour of the business district, and inspected Stewart house Monday. They declared having had an en- joyable time. Mrs. Ivoretta Brown of 1929 Connecticut street was a Chicago visitor Monday. Mr. Ludke Means, manager of the lary branch of the Victory Life Insurance company spent Tuesday at the company's office in Chicago. Mr. Charles Roy Lawe and Mrs. Robert Miller of Chicago left Gary Wednesday for New York City where they will board the De Grass, a French liner for France. Mr. Lawe is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Sam Williams of 2676 Adams Big '4' Transfer 1013 Broadway Moving and Storage AUG' Going Out follow the AUCTION Going Out of Business follow the crowds to J.FADEL, Jeweler 1322 Broadway FREE DIAMOND RING given away every day Free Souvenirs To First 25 Ladies Attending Sales Daily WHY PAY MORE—BUY AT YOUR OWN PRICE Diamonds, Watches, Jewelry and Silverware SALES DAILY—2:30 and 7:30 P. M. Just a few more days JOHN FADEL 1322 BROADWAY chicagoans Visitors South Ben Matthias Yeek-End Vlaitara Phone 3605 Fairs of the season was the scene beautiful parlors of Mr. and Mrs. nue, Tuesday night given in honor of his Kappa Alpha Si fraternity ```markdown ``` street and has lived in Gary since childhood. He is a graduate of the '25 class of Freebel school. He attended Howard university in Washington and is now a junior in the Institute of Technology, University of Chicago. While abroad he will take two eight-week courses in art in Echo de Beaux Art school which is connected with the University of France. He is accompanying Mr. Robert H. Miller, a well known Chicago business man. They will visit France, Germany, Italy and Spain, and will return to the United States the latter part of September or the first of October. Miss Harriet Dwyer, a student at Illinois State normal, is spending her Easter vacation with friends and relatives in East Chicago. The charming Miss Dwyer's presence durp Palm Sunday period is regarded with keen satisfaction by her relatives and host of friends in this vicinity. Miss Gillespie Visitor Here From Evanston Miss Constance Gillespie of Evanston, Illinois was a Gary visitor Sunday. Mrs. Bessie Griggs Is Out After Illness Mrs. Bessie Griggs, 2266 Massachusetts home, who has been confined to her home on account of illness, is able to be out again. Miss Means Honored With Unique Birthday Party A delightful surprise birthday dinner was given in honor of Miss Susie Means by Miss Alice and Mr. Ludie Means at their residence, 2127 Washington street, Monday night. Miss Means was the recipient of many lovely and useful gifts. Those in attendance were: Misses Fannie Roberts, Alice and Susie Means, Messr. John L. Lawson, Ludie and Geeter Means and Dr. Reginald O. Mundin. Mrs. Josephine Lawe Here, Visiting Mrs. Josephine Lawe of Cleveland. PHONE GARY 3033 GARY NATIONAL CLEANING SHOP J. W. LEDBETTER, Prop. Work Called For and Delivered Satisfaction Guaranteed Ladies' Work A Specialty 1209 WASHINGTON ST. Gary, Indiana THE LITTLE SHOP OF COURTESY AND SERVICE Polly's Beauty Shoppe 1745 Broadway Phone 2247 MARCELLING FACIALS MANICURING Experienced Operators MRS. MARGUERITE POWELL Proprietress MRS. SYBIL PARKER Manager TION of Business e crowds to L, Jeweler Ohio, is in the city visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Balcom. 2336 Connecticut street. Miss Fredonia Gates, Messrs T. W. Hightower, F. B. Burrell, John Flowers and Rev. David Johnson of the First A. M. E. church met the general conference committee at Quinn chapel A. M. E. church, Chicago Thursday evening for the purpose of arranging for a banquet in honor of Bishop A. L. Gaines. They report a very pleasant trip. One of the most unique attractions of the season will bee the "After Easter" style show given under the auspices of the Everready club, Wednesday night, April 25 at the First A. M. E. church, Twentieth and Massachusetts street. Twenty-five women, twenty young men and fifteen children will participate in this gala affair. Mrs. Gladys Preston is president, Adcle Threadgill is secretary and Rev. David Johnson is pastor. 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The members of the club are doing some very good work and are working hard to make this year's receipts surpass those of the past year. The receipts for the evening were $22. There were three victories present among whom was Rev. Boudy who made very encouraging remarks. The host and hostess served a dainty two-course luncheon. Mrs. Charity Churcher is reporter. The W. C. T. U was entertained at the residence of Mrs. Lujane Preston. 2608 Pennsylvania street, Tuesday afternoon. The attendance was very good and ight ears down your health is not at- $1 EYES EXAMINED FREE Y G n we Ea Tak for Bring you. C purch Plone 3865 W. C. T. U. Holds Meeting Tuesday the meeting was very much enjoyed by all present. The hostess served a delightful two-course luncheon. Plans were completed for the Easter institute and program to be held at the First A. M. E. church at 20th and Massachusetts street Easter Sunday. Rev. David Johnson will preach the sermon and will be assisted by his choir. There will be several musical and literary numbers on the program. The public is invited to attend this meeting. All who attend will be assured an afternoon of high class and beneficial entertainment. Mrs. Ida L. Garnett is president. Alpha Art Club Holds Regular Meeting The Alpha Art club met at the home of Mrs McWorther, 2317 Jefferson street, last Thursday afternoon. There was a large attendance and questions were taken from Tennyson. The next meeting will be held at the residence of Mrs. Essie Miller of 1615 Broadway. All members are expected to be present. Mrs. Daisy Garnett is president. City Federation To Sponsor Dinner The City federation will have a dinner and bazaar at the Elks' rest. Cloaking Sorrow When sorrow pervades the household of the one who has passed on, dignity cloaks the grimness of it. There is pride in a worthy funeral. It is a fit tribute to the one who has gone before. We are fully prepared to provide such a dignified service. 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Read the advertising in The Gary American...it will guide you to the buying of worthy merchandise. 2174 Broadway, April 10 and 11. A spicy program will be rendered each night. Admission is free. Proceeds from this affair will be used in the furtherance of the Col- April S BEGIN END THROUGH THE I. O. POWER, WE HAVE FOOD AND CANDY LIST. COME IN SAFETY THIS WE Shredded Wheat Hominy Jello 1 pack Peaches 8 o Sweet Pickles Peaches larg Pork & Beans INTRODUCING WE O A lb. Pk A lb. Pk An attractive With Ea ALL FRESH PHONE 1931 SUNDAY, APRIL 0, 1840 Groceries MONDAY SATURDAY BUYING AND MERCHANDISING WE WITH THE GREATEST OF MIS 'AD' FOR YOUR SHOPPING THE CROWDS. 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If our friends who favor us with manuscripts for publica- tion wish to have rejected articles returned they must in all means send stamp for that purpose. The purpose of this journal is to inform its readers promptly and accurately of the world's current events; to interpret movements of the human mind and measure; to combat evil and infliction, avoiding sensationalism; to teach correct moral, social and political principles; to promote culture of the arts; to foster a culture by intelligent and intellectual discussion of public questions. "The term 'nigger,'" says the Washington Tribune, "is one of contempt. Its use is not confined to white people. It is used in a frivolous sense. It is seldom used in the latter sense by white people. The use of the word in both senses among colored people is more common than one should expect to find. "In the streets, at churches, in fraternal assemblies, ministers' unions, business houses, and social and literary gatherings, composed of those who would feel offended if one should even question that they are the best race, the term 'nigger' is frequently heard. Usually the word is employed in a frivolous, thoughtless sense, but not infrequently in a defamatory and vituperative sense. "It will be difficult to eradicate the use of the term among colored people themselves. When the term becomes thoroughly disreputable there, when an author who uses the objectionable word can no longer say that its use is current among colored people, there will be a better prospect of discouraging its use by members of the white race." In common parlance, this is a "mouthful." That the use of the term "nigger" by white people has grown out of the Negro's use of the word itself, is an undisputable fact. We jokingly refer to each other as "nigger." It is "nigger" this and "nigger" that. "Go on on you old nigger" and 'shut up your mouth nigger" and "nigger" did this and that. It is "nigger, nigger, nigger," so much that one sickens over the word. Out of our own careless but general use of the term in referring to ourselves has come the white man's use of it. Books and plays have come forth carrying the word as a title. "The Nigger of the Narcissus" by the late Joseph Conrad; Sheldon's drama, "The Nigger"; a current novel, "Nigger," and Carl Van Vechten's book, "Nigger Heaven" were influenced by the current disposition to use the term in referring to ourselves. The sum of the whole matter is this: The white man would have no use of the word if we did not employ it in speaking of ourselves; and it is both silly and unreasonable for anyone to become indignant over a practice they themselves are responsible for. The less we use the word ourselves, the more we can completely eliminate it from our vocabulary, the sooner will its use by white people cease. Or ought it to be the other way round—Shumaker vs. Gilliam! It is enough, we suppose, to know that each is against the other. There is nothing in their relations to suggest David and Jonathan, Damon and Pythis, or Hamlet and Horatio. Pals they assuredly are not. The two men are drifting further apart. Recently Shumaker wrote a letter in which he said that he had been "informed" that Gilliam's "nomination at the state convention was due to the influence of D. C. Stephenson, who became his champion." This is denied by the attorney-general in very emphatic language—more emphatic than parliamentary. The denial was followed by this statement from Shumaker: "I don't really know that Stephenson supported Gilliam, but I have heard that such was the case and I believe it." A man is privileged to believe whatever he THE AMERICAN'S PURPOSE The purpose of this journal is to inform practically and accurately of the world's current interest movements of interest to humanity and to praise worth in human and moral values. The journal includes thematic issues; to teach con- spicu and political principles; to promote culture and sciences; and to serve public welfare by inti- tial discussion of public questions. NOT UNTIL THEN "The term 'nigger,'" says the W. Tribune, "is one of contempt. Its use is defined to white people. It is used in an sense. It is seldom used in the latter white people. The use of the word in the among colored people is more common should expect to find. "In the streets, at churches, in free seemblies, ministers' unions, business men, social and literary gatherings, composers who would feel offended if one should mention that they are the best race, the term is frequently heard. Usually the word is used in a frivolous, thoughtless sense, but frequently in a defamatory and vituperative. "It will be difficult to eradicate the term among colored people themselves the term becomes thoroughly disreputable when an author who uses the objection can no longer say that its use is current colored people, there will be a better place discouraging its use by members of the race." In common parlance, this is a "m" That the use of the term "nigger" by a people has grown out of the Negro's use of itself, is an undisputable fact. We jokingly refer to each other as it is "nigger" this and "nigger" that you old nigger" and 'shut up your mouth and "nigger" did this and that. It is nigger, nigger," so much that one side the word. Out of our own careless but genetical term in referring to ourselves has white man's use of it. Books and plays forth carrying the word as a title. "The Nigger of the Narcissus" by Joseph Conrad; Sheldon's drama, "The a current novel, "Nigger," and Carl ten's book, "Nigger Heaven" were inflated the current disposition to use the term ringing to ourselves. The sum of the whole matter is white man would have no use of the word did not employ it in speaking of ourselves is both silly and unreasonable for any come indignant over a practice they are responsible for. The less we use the word ourselves we can completely eliminate it from ouruary, the sooner will its use by whie cease. GILLIOM VS. SHUMAKER Or ought it to be the other way round maker vs. Gillium! It is enough, we see, know that each is against the other, nothing in their relations to suggest it Jonathan, Damon and Pythis, or HA Horatio. Pals they assuredly are not men are drifting further apart. Reed maker wrote a letter in which he said he been "informed" that Gillium's "now the state convention was due to the imprint D. C. Stephenson, who became his co-This is denied by the attorney-general emphatic language—more emphatic the mentary. The denial was followed by ment from Shumaker: "I don't really Stephenson supported Gillium, but I h that such was the case and I believe it A man is privileged to believe we WASHINGTON BIRTHDAY TUSKEGEE INST., Ala., April 5. —Local organizations of the National Negro Business league throughout the country are setting aside one night this month for exercises commemorating the birthday of Booker T. Washington who founded the league in 1800. In many cities this observance is being held in connection with National Negro Health Week. These exercises are held annually that the members of the league may rededicate themselves to the services for which the organization was founded and consider plans for expanding these services. PICKENS FLIES AGAIN SAN FRANCISCO, April 5.—Dean William Pickens has developed a liking for flying since he has been on the Pacific cost. A few weeks ago the dean made a flight of about seventeen miles to fill a speaking engagement and Friday he "hopped off" from here for Portland, Oregon, a distance of about 800 miles. The flight was over Mount Shasta and other famous mountains of the chooses, but it will hardly be admitted that he has a right to make serious charges against another except on the basis of what amounts to knowledge. "I do not know," says Shumaker—and yet he mokes the accusation that Attorney-General Gilliam was hooked up with Stephenson. There is too much of this sort of thing. Most of the propoganda going round is based on reports and rumors, on what has been "heard" on mysterious "information," on what some one told some one else, and thus the story is built up. It seems to be so in this case. All of which reminds us that the legal status of the anti-saloon superintendent is as yet undetermined. He is...we believe, in contempt of the supreme court. What, if anything, is to be his punishment, is not known—Indianapolis News. Editorial of the Day Editorial of the Day IN THE Washington use is not con- d in a frivolous latter sense by in both senses common than one. In fraternal asses- sses houses, and composed of those should even ques- tion the term 'nigger' word is employ- use, but not in- superative sense. Create the use of themselves. When reputable there, rejectionable word current among better prospect of us of the white a "mouthful." by white peo- use of the word other as "nigger." that that. "Go on our mouth nigger" It is "nigger, some sickens over a general use of has come the plays have come us." by the late "The Nigger"; Carl Van Vechere influenced by the term in refer- ater is this: The word if we ourselves; and it for anyone to be they themselves selves, the more from our vocabu- ly white people KER Day round—Shu- we suppose, to other. There is biggest David and for Hamlet and not. The two Recently Shu- said that he had "nomination at the influence of this champion." general in very tic than parlia- ad by this state- really know that I have heard ve it." have whatever he (N) The average por- torm from the Pullman patrons in tips. Because the Int- no law under which higher wages or a Pullman porters are. What the passen- enough to cover boo- porters' pay. But not likely to stop well-to-do. IN DEE Teaching by us in England as we said to be rebelling numbers, while even ought to be done to Yet a defender son of Sir Arthur- tinuing the custom To him, as to many to compel great so their profound know them toll on undi their work and do According to T lish are not great agree with Dr. John sary when books a Americans, accord- toward our defense cans "will flock from sort of an intelligence Anyhow, one such pedestal and gone D. C. Stephenson derstand that he in Those 121 Miss marry Lindbergh m Frenchmen and a United States had open. Caught in Stole- ably will be arrested rated speed. In the movie ind- General Hays, pro- army of politicians The man who in- belt together now lighter and a box As if the auto weekend fatalities, midst of life we a Senator Borah a statesman who can the folk at home to Some of the sen- McNary-Haugen be no doubt would juju Or maybe you'- some of that $4, France is showing any other—investor It is emphatical tary Kellogg will run from Nicaragua the country's business. Congress has a problem for another tors stranded in wrangle to pound t Official correspe- cents a letter, and be willing to take the epistle that con- The motor ind- peaks of product some of the individ- slastic about the si- way toward a new average porter of a Pullman car gets $870 a year the Pullman company in wages and $672 from its s in tips. use the Interstate Commerce Commission found under which it could force the employer to pay wages or the passengers to stop giving tips, an porters are talking strike. at the passenger pays for Pullman service seems to cover both the company's just claims and the 's pay. But whatever 'the porters' pay, tipping is likely to stop, because it is a pet vanity of the do. The average porter of a Pullman car gets $870 a year from the Pullman company in wages and $672 from its patrons in tips. Because the Interstate Commerce Commission found no law under which it could force the employer to pay higher wages or the passengers to stop giving tips, Pullman porters are talking strike. What the passenger pays for Pullman service seems enough to cover both the company's just claims and the porters' pay. But whatever the porters' pay, tipping is not likely to stop, because it is a pet vanity of the well-to-do. * IN DEFENSE OF LECTURES teaching by university lectures has been under fire land as well as in this country. Students are are be rebellating at them, or cutting them, in large ars, while even the professors are in doubt what to be done about it. It a defender of the lecture has risen in the per- Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch. He pleads for con- trol the custom, though with certain modifications, as to many others, it appears an unhappy thing upel great scholars or investigators to set forth profound knowledge before undergraduates. Let toll on undisturbed, while lesser men report on work and do the necessary amount of lecturing. According to The London Morning Post, the Eng- age not great lecture-goers. They are inclined to with Dr. Johnson that most lectures are unnecess- hen books are so numerous. Very different are accounts, according to this London squirter of vitriol our defenseless shores. It declares that Ameri- will flock from their Babbitt-warrens to hear any an intelligent alien soliloquizing on a pedestal. w, one such has just climbed down from his al and gone back to his own land. Stephenson apparently wishes the public to un- d that he is no longer a member of the klan. 121 Missouri girls who say they would not Lindbergh might wait until they get the chance. Schmen and Germans planning an air race to the States had better see whether the course is light in Stolen Car.—Headline. The owner prob- fill be arrested for not aving the old bus up to its speed. The movie industry and trade papers, they call him Hays, probably as a tribute to his work in the of politicians. Man who insisted on wearing suspenders and a together now has a son who carries a cigarette and a box of matches. If the automobiles weren't producing enough and fatalities, the bandits have joined in. In the of life we are in bad. Actor Borah seems to be about the only eminent man who can do any thing he pleases, and get at home to O. K. it without looking. Of the senators seem to want to vote on the Hay-Haugen bill before the primaries, but others, but would just as soon wait till after the election. Maybe you're saving your money to invest in of that $4,000,000,000 of German bonds that is showing a disposition to sell to favored—or other—investors. Emphatically denied in Washington that Secre- kellogg will resign, and there is no hint whatever Nicaragua that he has been hired to run that boy's business. Press has deferred action on the immigration am for another year, leaving the political agita- stranded in a campaign year with no national le to pound the table over. Special correspondence costs the government 26 a letter, and somehow or other we feel like we'd liking to take the money now and then rather than istle that costs so much. Motor industry is smashing its way to new of production, says a New York dispatch, and of the individual motorists seem to be so enthu- about the situation that they are smashing their toward a new peak of casualties. Teaching by university lectures has been under fire in England as well as in this country. Students are said to be rebelling at them, or cutting them, in large numbers, while even the professors are in doubt what ought to be done about it. Yet a defender of the lecture has risen in the person of Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch. He pleads for continuing the custom, though with certain modifications. To him, as to many others, it appears an unhappy thing to compel great scholars or investigators to set forth their profound knowledge before undergraduates. Let them toll on undisturbed, while lesser men report on their work and do the necessary amount of lecturing. According to The London Morning Post, the English are not great lecture-goers. They are inclined to agree with Dr. Johnson that most lectures are unnecessary when books are so numerous. Very different are Americans, according to this London squirter of vitriol toward our defenseless shores. It declares that Americans "will flock from their Babbitt-warrens to hear any sort of an intelligent alien soliloquizing on a pedestal." Anyhow, one such has just climbed down from his pedestal and gone back to his own land. D. C. Stephenson apparently wishes the public to understand that he is no longer a member of the klan. Those 121 Missouri girls who say they would not marry Lindbergh might wait until they get the chance. Frenchmen and Germans planning an air race to the United States had better see whether the course is open. Caught in Stolen Car.—Headline. The owner probably will be arrested for not aving the old bus up to its rated speed. In the movie industry and trade papers, they call him General Hays, probably as a tribute to his work in the army of politicians. The man who insisted on wearing suspenders and a belt together now has a son who carries a cigarette lighter and a box of matches. As if the automobiles weren't producing enough weekend fatalities, the bandits have joined in. In the midst of life we are in bad. Senator Borah seems to be about the only eminent statesman who can do any thing he pleases, and get the folk at home to O. K. it without looking. Some of the senators seem to want to vote on the McNary-Haugen bill before the primaries, but others no doubt would just as soon wait till after the election. Or maybe you're saving your money to invest in some of that $4,000,000,000 of German bonds that France is showing a disposition to sell to favored—or any other—investors. It is emphatically denied in Washington that Secretary Kellogg will resign, and there is no hint whatever from Nicaragua that he has been hired to run that country's business. Recently Shusaid that he had "nomination at the influence of this champion." general in very tic than parlia- ad by this state- eally know that but I have heard eve it." ve whatever he Congress has deferred action on the immigration problem for another year, leaving the political agita- tors stranded in a campaign year with no national wrangle to pound the table over. Official correspondence costs the government 26 cents a letter, and somehow or other we feel like we'd be willing to take the money now and then rather than the epistle that costs so much. The motor industry is smashing its way to new peaks of production, says a New York dispatch, and some of the individual motorists seem to be so enthu- slastic about the situation that they are smashing their way toward a new peak of casualties. Northwest, and if the Dean ventured to look down while en route, he might have enjoyed much beautiful scenery. (By Associated Negro Press) GREENSBORO, N. C., April 5. Bishop Wilbur P. Thirkield and Mrs. Thirkield were honored in a testi- monial at Bennett College for Wom- en. Tuesday night. On this occasion some of the most noted men and women in America will be present. Bishop Thirkield was for a number of years president of Howard uni- versity. The present president, Mordea cal Johnson, will appear on the pro- gram. By Associated Negro Press) CHICAGO, April 5 — From reports received by W. Ellis Stewart, secretary of the National Negro Insurance association, the observance of Insurance week, hell' reigned, was in reality nation-wide. In most of the larger cities special exercises were held at which insurance experts set forth in simple but force- --- --- HONOR PRESIDENT WEEK IS NATIONWIDE TIPS A VANITY (New York American) ful terms the need and value of insurance. INSTRUCTOR WINS (By Associated Negro Press) WASHINGTON, D. C., April 5.—Robert Robinson, instructor in the architectural department of Howard university, was awarded a bronze medal for successful competition in a series of twelve monthly contests in architectural problems, by architecture a professional journal. Mr. Robinson entered five of the contests and won a first, second and fourth prize. $30,000 TO NEGRO SCHOOLS Nigro Press LOUISVILLE, April 5.—In the will of Banker John Simpson (white) of Covington, Ky., recently probated in Kenton county court, $25,000 was left to Lincoln Institute of Lincoln Ridge, Ky., and $5,000 to Fee Memorial institute as Nicholasville, Ky. Money was also left to the Freedmen's Aid Educational fund. In the old days guests were taken in by means of a drawbridge instead of draw poker. THE AMERICAN "THAT LITTLE GAME" SAY, RUDOLPH. "Would you mind telling us what you are trying to do there? It costs you ten to stay." YOU'RE DRAGGING OUT MORE THAN YOU PUT IN YOU PUT A YELLOW CHIP SO TAKE OUT FIFTEEN CONTIMOUS. The precinct committee is the party and if the foundation is not, check up on your precinct representative, let us see that we will be good timber in have a house cleaning. Find out and who your committeeman is. We must have clean precinctgress. Some of our committeemen we have some that we are going to in the party and community. Sherecondary. We must have clean p Czars and Precinct By F. I. It is vitally important to the parties to see that they begin to irresponsible and unrepresentative have an idea that they dictate the teemen in the central district. The tions. Some of them are arrogant and smart enough to scheme more support. There are two or three of the rest and shake candidates downs of their monies to themselves well meaning precinct committee 'Smart Alec.' The precinct committee is the party and if the foundation is not, check up on your precinct representative, let us see that we will be good timber in have a house cleaning. Find out and who your committeeman is. We must have clean precinctgress. Some of our committeemen we have some that we are going to in the party and community. Sherecondary. We must have clean p LITTLE GAME" DOLPH, YOU CALLING YOU ING HERE YOU STAY! YOU'RE DRAGGIN' OUT MORE THAN YOU PUT IN, YOU PUT IN A YELLOW! CHIP SO TAKE OUT FIFTEEN CONTIMOS. LE'S SEE, FIFTEEN AND TEN ARE-- OH YES, THAT'S RIGHT THE YELLOW REPRESENT TWO BITS I THought T WERE WOR SEVENTY-F and Precinct Committee "THAT LITTLE GAME" — A FEW "YELLOWS" SAY, RUDOLPH, WOULD YOU MIND TELLING US WHAT YOU ARE TRYING TO DO THERE? IT COSTS YOU TEN TO STAY! YOU'RE DRAGGIN' OUT MORE THAN YOU PUT IN, YOU PUT IN A YELLOW CHIP SO TAME OUT FIFTEEN CONTIMOS. THAT ISN'T WHAT YOU THOUGHT AT ALL, YOU THOUGHT WE WERE BLIND, YOU CROOK. I'M SORRY YOU'RE WRONG, RUDOLPH, THERE'S ONLY FOUR OF THOSE YELLOW DOGS IN THE GAME AND WE GOT THE OTHER THREE. LE'S SEE, FIFTEEN AND TEN ARE. OH YES, THAT'S RIGHT, THE YELLOW REPRESENTS TWO BITE. I THOUGHT WE WERE WORTH SEVENTY-FIVE. I KNEW A PELICAN WHO THOUGHT THE SAME THING AND HAD HIS THUMB SHOT OFF. I WOULDN'T WANT THAT CODPISH TO MAKE CHANGE ON MY CASH REGISTER. By F. L. BROWN is important to the republican and that they begin to purge themselves, and unrepresentative precinct committees, but they dictate the policies of the central district. They do not even know them are arrogant and blind to the high to scheme money out of candies, two or three of these committees make candidates down and contribute enemies to themselves. The results are precinct committeemen have to committee is the foundation of foundation is not strong, the structure your precinct committeemen, and let us see that we elect representaie good timber in the field and not cleaning. Find out the boundaries of committeeman is. Check up on the five clean precinct committeemen if your committeemen are the best that we are going to unload for the community. Sheriffs, presidents are must have clean precinct committee DELANEY'S COLLECTION By Dr. Frank S. Delaney It is vitally important to the republican and the democratic parties to see that they begin to purge themselves of ignorant, irresponsible and unrepresentative precinct committeemen who have an idea that they dictate the polices of the precinct committeemen in the central district. They do not even know their functions. Some of them are arrogant and blind to the best interests, and smart enough to scheme money out of candidates for their support. There are two or three of these committeemen who think for the rest and shake candidates down and contribute the larger portions of their monies to themselves. The results are, that innocent, well meaning precinct committeemen have to suffer with the 'Smart Alec.' The precinct committee is the foundation of the republican party and if the foundation is not strong, the structure will perish. Check up on your precinct committeemen, and if they are not representative, let us see that we elect representative men. There will be good timber in the field and now is the time to have a house cleaning. Find out the boundaries of your precinct and who your committeeman is. Check up on their opponents. We must have clean precinct committeemen if we hope to progress. Some of our committeemen are the best that we can get, but we have some that we are going to unload for the best interest of in the party and community. Sheriffs, presidents and what nots are secondary. We must have clean precinct committeemen. Superintendent of Stewart House I lay no claim to statesmanship public indulge the expression of the conviction on my part. I believe firmly in politics as taining governments, but, this haecade a method of promoting polity by many as being highly detrime American people and which with continuing to be doing great harm I refer to the hiring of wom door to door making an angel of other, regardless of the actual view This method is wrong for these r 1. It is intended to decide an 2. It results in untold harm to representing them. 3. It brakes down the moral f the workers who do it. It may be permissable as new ing but the manner by which the of the delicate confidence renders and demoralizing. It is a crime to hire or induce Ask For Someth aim to statesmanship, I only ask to the expression of what is a very daily part. family in politics as a means of pro- prients, but, this has developed dur- ing of promoting political campaigns being highly detrimental to the best ease and which without question h be doing great harm. the hiring of women and feminine making an angel of one candidate and as of the actual vices and virtues of wrong for these reasons, because ended to decide and confidence the is in untold harm to just and honor them. u down the moral fibre and destroy to do it. permissable as newspaper publicity inner by which these workers must confidences renders this proceedure ing. e to hire or induce any individual Work For Something Important I lay no claim to statesmanship, I only ask that the reading public indulge the expression of what is a very definite and vital conviction on my part. I believe firmly in politics as a means of promoting and sustaining governments, but, this has developed during the past decade a method of promoting political campaigns which is viewed by many as being highly detrimental to the best interest of the American people and which without question has done and is continuing to be doing great harm. I refer to the hiring of women and feminine men to go from door to door making an angel of one candidate and a devil of another, regardless of the actual vices and virtues of the candidates. This method is wrong for these reasons, because: 1. It is intended to decide and confidence the public. 2. It results in untold harm to just and honorable men by misrepresenting them. 3. It brakes down the moral fibre and destroys the varacity of the workers who do it. It may be permissable as newspaper publicity or stump speaking but the manner by which these workers must take advantage of the delicate confidences renders this proceedure both dangerous and demoralizing. It is a crime to hire or induce any individual to lie. Ask For Something Important Nearly every man, woman and child in this country, is pretty well convinced that this is the year when this country will nominate and elect a president of the United States. The colored citizens of this country have always been republican, more or less, in their effort to repay Lincoln for the abolition of slavery. It must be admitted that a great deal has been paid on account, if indeed the whole bill has not already been settled. Some think the bill is overpaid and that we have a counter-claim on the republican party. We ought to make a reasonable demand upon the republican party this year, and that demand ought to be made in terms of possibility coupled with political expediency. Suppose, for instance, the colored citizens of the country should ask the republican party to put a man on the national ticket who is highly satisfactory and pleasing to the colored citizens of the country. Suppose we ask the party to give us the vice presidency. This would be something new and it might not irritate, since it is hardly likely we will ask for a Negro candidate for the second place on the ticket. Let us conscientiously and seriously ask for a voice in the convention that will have an echo after the election in November. There are any The Illinois Association of Agricultural Fairs has gone on record against dog racing. This is a discrimination against "dorgs." --- ```markdown ``` republican and the democratic purge themselves of ignorant, we precinct committeemen who policies of the precinct commit- they do not even know their func- and blind to the best interests, money out of candidates for their these committeemen who think for own and contribute the larger por- s. The results are, that innocent, themen have to suffer with the the foundation of the republican strong, the structure will perish. committeemen, and if they are not elect representative men. the field and now is the time to the boundaries of your precinct Check up on their opponents. committeemen if we hope to pro- pare the best that we can get, but download for the best interest of offs, presidents and what nots are precinct committeemen. Y'S COLUMN S. Delaney, ship, I only ask that the reading what is a very definite and vital a means of promoting and sus- sies developed during the past de- tical campaigns which is viewed mental to the best interest of the without question has done and is am. men and feminine men to go from one candidate and a devil of an- ces and virtues of the candidates. Reasons, because: and confidence the public. to just and honorable men by mis- fibre and destroys the varacity of spaper publicity or stump speak- use workers must take advantage of this procedure both dangerous e any individual to lie. thing Important number of white men in the country who make special appeal to us as a group because of their known policy, their integrity, their fairness and their impartial attitude. One of the most outstanding r en who falls within this description is the Honorable Hamilton Fish, now a Congressman from the state of New York. Suppose we ask the Republican party to name Mr. Fish as vice president on the Republican ticket. Mr. Fish is certainly acceptable to the party and he certainly is acceptable to about ten million Americans, who would feel that they had won quite a stroke of recognition from the Republican party if Mr. Fish is named the candidate for the vice presidency. Mr. Fish's record in congress shows that the man is an American, a member of the common citizenry, a gentleman, a soldier, and a fearless party leader. Everybody loves him; nobody hates him, and his name has long since been established through the record of his forebears as well as through his own personal achievements. We mention this because we ought to have something to put to the publican leaders which will represent a departure from the usual cleamor for jobs.—Pittsburgh Courier. An experienced wife sees in her husband's unusual politeness a confession that he is ashamed of some disloyalty. Additional Society (Continued from Page Six) Dr. Hawkins Host To Sunshine Social Club Dr. C. E. Hawkins was host to the members of the Sunshine Social club at the home of Mrs. Amy Long, 2115 Adams street, Monday night. Mr. Floyd Dungy, the vice pres- ident, presided at the meeting. Plans were perfected for the Easter egg hunt to be given Sunday afternoon. All members and their friends will meet at the home of Miss Fannie Roberts, 2409 Monroe street, Sunday at 3 p. m. Transportation will be furnished by the club. The club also donated one month's fare for one of the girls from Emerson school who is attending school in Chicago. Those present at the meeting were the Misses Ida M. Wells, Jessie Dogan, Alice Means, Fannie Roberts, Abertine Marsh, Englai Wells, Willa Mae Jones and Lala Wilford, Messrs. Ludia Means, John Lawson, Lonnie Bolden, M. C. Jewell, H. Palmer, Floyd Dungy, Howard and Booker Blackwell, Pete Norman, Robert Heights and Geeter Means. Mrs. Hodge Entertains The Social Art Club The members of the Social Art club were entertained last Thursday at the home of Mrs. Hodge of 2580 Adams street with Mrs. C. E. Fox as hostess. The members enjoyed a very pleasant meeting and a delicious lunchoon was served by the hostess. The club will meet Thursday, April 5 at the home of Mrs. Willie Hodge, 2580 Adams street. Mrs. L. J. Rass is president and Mrs. Queenie Robinson is reporter. The White Rose club of the Mt. Zion church met Tuesday night at the home of Mrs. Pitts, 2608 Wash- ington street. A very pleasant time was enjoyed by all present. The attendance was very good and a delightful luncheon was served. The regular meeting of the club will be postponed until after the revival at the church. Mr. James Pet- erson is president and Mrs. Elnora Bady is reporter. LODGES Household of Ruth The Household of Ruth. No. 5306 had a very good meeting Tuesday at the Hod carriers sall. Mrs. Leone Walls, most noble governor. Mrs. Lillian Bates is recorder. Eastern Star Lodge All members of the Mary Cruitup Chapter of the Eastern Star lodge are urged to be present at the meeting, Monday, April 9. American Woodmen The American Woodmen had a very pleasant meeting at Smith's 2293 Washington Street, Wednesday night. Mrs. Irene White is secretary. Saint Luke's Lodge St. Lukes Lodge No. 43 F. and A. met Wednesday night at Hod carriers hall. The attendance was very good. James Lewis is W. M. Magic City Court, 39 Mrs. Nancy Carter, worthy counselor of Magic City Court No. 39, Court of Calantha reports a very interesting meeting Monday night of the lodge. Emma L. Cherry Temple Emma L. Cherry temple of I. B. P. O. E. of W. will meet Friday night, Appril 13, at the Elks' rest. All members are requested to be present. United Knights and Ladies of Honor of the World m.t. in regular meeting Tuesday night at Smith's hall. Mrs. Nellie Mathews is protector. Eastern Star Chapter Rebecca Chapter of the Eastern Star lodge will meet Thursday, April 12. Members will please attend in large numbers. A philosopher is a man who feels as indifferent about a prize he can' win as he would feel if he had already won it. FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 1925 Our Murder Record Any person reading the Negro press closely weeds must be impressed by the large number of murders they heard. If there be those who object to such recording, the remember that the press is the mirror of the public and reflect a better image than it sees. From every large u where there is a sizeable Negro population, some week of violent killings of Negroes by Negroes. For instant City reports 45 such killings for 1927, nearly one every nine so far this year, while similar reports come from Richmond, Houston, Memphis, Knoxville, Jacksonville and other points. Here is a situation that cannot be lightly placed on orders of the white people. True, the general murder rate in the United States than in any other allegedly civil in the world, but the rate for Negroes is higher than whites. It leads one to wonder whether the boasted in the numerous Negro churches is as great as claimed. Some of the blame can be placed on the poor economic of the Negro that causes housing congestion, the asgangs and the breeding of viciousness, but then, why der rate so low in England and Scotland where economic for the masses of people are worse than in any America. It is difficult sometimes to fight vicious propagate the other side when Negroes themselves are furnishing much ammunition.—Pittsburgh Courier. gro press closely week by week number of murders therein record it to such recording, they should mirror of the public and it cannot. From every large urban center population, come weekly reports Negroes. For instance, Kansas 1927, nearly one every week, andiliar reports come from Detroit, Knoxville, Jacksonville, Chicago not be lightly placed on the shoulder the general murder rate is higher other allegedly civilized country Negroes is higher than that for whether the boasted influence of as great as claimed. Of course, on the poor economic condition ing congestion, the assembling ofness, but then, why is the murtland where economic conditions than in any American city? If fight vicious propaganda from ourselves are furnishing it with so courier. Any person reading the Negro press closely week by week must be impressed by the large number of murders therein recorded. If there be those who object to such recording, they should remember that the press is the mirror of the public and it cannot reflect a better image than it sees. From every large urban center where there is a sizeable Negro population, come weekly reports of violent killings of Negroes by Negroes. For instance, Kansas City reports 45 such killings for 1927, nearly one every week, and nine so far this year, while similar reports come from Detroit, Richmond, Houston, Memphis, Knoxville, Jacksonville, Chicago and other points. Here is a situation that cannot be lightly placed on the shoulders of the white people. True, the general murder rate is higher in the United States than in any other allegedly civilized country in the world, but the rate for Negroes is higher than that for whites. It leads one to wonder whether the boasted influence of the numerous Negro churches is as great as claimed. Of course, some of the blame can be placed on the poor economic condition of the Negro that causes housing congestion, the assembling of gangs and the breeding of viciousness, but then, why is the murder rate so low in England and Scotland where economic conditions for the masses of people are worse than in any American city? It is difficult sometimes to fight vicious propaganda from the other side when Negroes themselves are furnishing it with so much ammunition.—Pittsburgh Courier. District Attorney Asa Keyes By WILLIAM PICKENS In prosecuting Hickman, the fiend, Keyes, the dieney, is reported to have shouted to the jury: "It was only for the fact that we are civilized that not take this man from the officers of the law, and if that I was an officer of the law, I would have wanted a front ranks of such a mob to help put a rope around a neck." Keyes almost confesses in that logic that he is not "If a man could be forgiven for losing his self-restraint, he certainly should be forgiven for losing it when dead, case like this Hickman. But an officer of the law is hardly to be forgiven,pletely losing control of his tongue as to make such an act the dignity of law and to lend such comfort to the mob of his fellow-citizens, many of whom are even far less clé he is, he felt about it, the prosecuting attorney, reproducers of orderly civilization, is in a position that calls he ed, not a reckless, tongue. And Californians are not as "civilized" as the dieney implies—for they did lynch one prisoner whom the for Hickman. It is our claim that in an organized society, a mob w a fiend should be prosecuted just like the fiend,—not of the fiend, but for the sake of the innocent members who are in more danger under mob-rule than is the fiends of society can cope with mobs better than ca citizens. We can forgive irresponsible and thoughtless citizen and reckless expressions on this case, but such a s an officer of the state is itself a crime. Jerome Walsh, who no doubt feels towards Hickyn Keyes feels, but who nevertheless did a lawyer-like defense, is our ideal of a "civilized man." Letters To The Editor Letters to The Editors must be limited to not more than 300 w will not be published. Give full names and addresses as a matter and write on one side of the paper only. a friend, Keyes, the district attorney to the jury: it we are civilized that a mob did officers of the law, and if it was not it would have wanted to be in the cup put a rope around this man's logic that he is not "civilized." losing his self-restraint anywhere, or losing it when dealing with a hardly to be forgiven for so com- as to make such an attack upon such comfort to the mobbish minds them are even far less civilized thanecuting attorney, representing the a position that calls for a guard- "civilized" as the district attor- one prisoner whom they mistook unized society, a mob who lynches like the fiend,—not for the sake the innocent members of society mob-rule than is the fiend. The mobs better than can innocent and thoughtless citizens for vio- his case, but such a speech from crime. it feels towards Hickman just as did a lawyer-like job for his man." The Editor used to not more than 200 words, or they and addresses as a matter of good faith. In prosecuting Hickman, the fiend, Keyes, the district attorney, is reported to have shouted to the jury: "It was only for the fact that we are civilized that a mob did not take this man from the officers of the law, and if it was not that I was an officer of the law, I would have wanted to be in the front ranks of such a mob to help put a rope around this man's neck." Keyes almost confesses in that logic that he is not "civilized." If a man could be forgiven for losing his self-restraint anywhere, he certainly should be forgiven for losing it when dealing with a case like this Hickman. But an officer of the law is hardly to be forgiven for so completely losing control of his tongue as to make such an attack upon the dignity of law and to lend such comfort to the mobbish minds of his fellow-citizens, many of whom are even far less civilized than he is, he felt about it, the prosecuting attorney, representing the forces of orderly civilization, is in a position that calls for a guarded, not a reckless, tongue. And Californians are not as "civilized" as the district attorney implies—for they did lynch one prisoner whom they mistook for Hickman. It is our claim that in an organized society, a mob who lynches a fiend should be prosecuted just like the fiend, not for the sake of the fiend, but for the sake of the innocent members of society who are in more danger under mob-rule than is the fiend. The fiends of society can cope with mobs better than can innocent citizens. We can forgive irresponsible and thoughtless citizens for violent and reckless expressions on this case, but such a speech from an officer of the state is itself a crime. Jerome Walsh, who no doubt feels towards Hickman just as Keyes feels, but who nevertheless did a lawyer-like job for his defense, is our ideal of a "civilized man." Letters to The Editor must be limited to not more than 200 words, or they will not be published. Give full names and addresses as a matter of good faith, and write on one side of the paper only. "INFORMATIVE NEWSPAPER" To the Editor of The Gary American. Sir: It affords me great pleasure to write you in behalf of The Gary American. In my opinion, it ranks among the first, as a clean, uplifting, informative and constructive newspaper, replete with interesting facts gathered from the four corners of the nation. I am sincerely hoping the people old cuspidors, with no place to wash their hands and faces after riding hundreds of miles on the road. Now, Mr. Editor, isn't it but fair that the colored people are as good as the white race or anyone else? They are human and God made them as well as the white race. Why are not the same railroad accommodations furnished for them as are furnished for the white people? HOOVER FOR PRESIDENT To the Editor of The Gary American, Sir: No more logical candidate could receive the republican nomination for president than Herbert Hoover in my opinion; and I am herewith marking out my preference for him in the straw vote conducted by The Gary American. Mr. Hoover would make an ideal president for several good reasons. He is able fitted for the office by education and experience, and his liberal attitude toward all peoples and nations would insure the extension of opportunities to the American black man. Mr. Hoover is the embodiment of all the great attributes and qualifications necessary for successful statemanship. The breadth and culture of California, his native state is inherent in the nature of the man; and I am confident that we as a race could not give our support to one who has our best wishes and highest welfare any closer to heart than Herbert Hoover, of Palo Alto, California. JAMES MELVIN JONES Have you sent in your letter to the editor? If not, send it in right away. We welcome contributions to this department, as they may be about any subject that the writer chooses to discuss. Send in your letter. Tell us what you are thinking about. We want to know. Business League To Meet In Gotham (By Associated Negro Press) TUSKEGEE, Ala., April 5.—The National Negro Business league will hold its twenty-ninth annual meeting in New York City August 15-17 according to announcement made here this week by Dr. Robert R. Moton, president of the league and principal of Tuskegee institute. As its general topic of discussion, the meeting will consider "Retail Merchandising." week. Miss Allen will spend some time in Chicago visiting relatives. "What is money for?" Why, that easy. It is for purchasing seats in the U. S. senate. --- "INFORMATIVE NEWSPAPER" To the Editor of The Gary American. Sir: It affords me great pleasure to write you in behalf of The Gary American. In my opinion, it ranks among the first, as a clean, uplifting, informative and constructive newspaper, replete with interesting facts gathered from the four corners of the nation. I am sincerely hoping the people of the Calumet region will appreciate your paper and support it, in order that it may live and grow to the extent that it will constantly reflect credit and render service in a big way to the people of the Calumet region. JAMES F. SMITH, D. D. S., East Chicago, Ind. CONGRATULATIONS To the Editor of The Gary American, Sir: Congratulations on your statement of policy and purpose in last week's issue of The American. I admire the stand you have taken upon the matter of politics, and I commend your way of conducting a newspaper most heartily. Most everyone in Gary, and, in fact, in Lake county, for that matter, is confident The American will become a great newspaper under your direction. You have my best wishes for distinguished success. JAMES WRENN, Gary, Indiana. R. R. ACCOMODATIONS To The Editor of The Gary American, Sir: Several weeks ago I had occasion to travel south, and, thinking that I would find good accommodations on the L. & N. railroad, I took my trip over this road. After getting to Evansville, Ind., I changed from the C. & E. I. to the L. & N. I was more than surprised to find the conditions furnished by the railroad for colored people. I found that they were placed in a compartment with dirty wash rooms, Miss A. Cooke Home For Easter Retreat Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Cooke of 2319 Adams street have as their house guests, their daughter Miss Anna, a senior at Oberlin college, Miss Lula Wilkinson of Orangeburg, S. C. and Miss Nellie Allen of Portland, Oregon. These young ladies are spending their Easter vacation in Gary and will return to school in time to take up their studies Wednesday of next week. Miss Allen will spend some time in Chicago visiting relatives. W. M. MAYFIELD, Gary Indiana.