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GRANADY SLAYERS DRAW FINES ONLY "The Public Be Served" An Independent Weekly Devoted To the Best Interests of All VOLUME II. NUMBER 4. GRANA VOLUME II. NUMBER 4. NEW CHURCH ENDS DREAM OF WORKER Mrs. Webster Leader In Building St. James Church Never before in the history of Gary and only in a few instances elsewhere has a woman gone for- ward, in a church building program as has Mrs. Clara E. Webster. She became a member of St. James A. M. E. church last Nov. and at once began to talk a new church to the congregation. The officers in- formed her that a new building would be impossible because of lack of funds. None of this dampened her zeal. She pushed ahead and on January 5, she had her first effort—a woman's day rally. The women of the church cooperated with her and it was quite a success. Mrs. Webster was elected as a trustee of St. James church. She at once took charge of the legal pro- ceedings to clear title on the lots. Much effort was required owing to the complicated contract held by the church. Through Atty. Ernest Force, John Killgrew, Oliver Starr, she su- succeeded in getting a warranty deed to the property about the middle of July. The officers were called together and they voted out to Mrs. Webster 100 which was all the money that they had. She took the money, went out and secured an architect and contractor. Elbert Pearson, architect, was employed and he drew the plans for the new church. Plans were submitted to several contractors. James Carey was accepted and employed. Mrs. Webster then vouchsafed for the required amount needed for construction and immediately the new church was begun. The members, happy indeed that a leader and sister had come in their midst, fall right in line and gave Mrs. Webster every assistance that they could. On July 20, a permit was given by the city building commissioner and July 22, work began on the new St. James church. Work proceeded rapidly. On Aug. 19 the corner-stone was laid by St. Luke Masonic Lodge. Bishop A. J. Carey and many distinguished visitors were present. The march was led by Roosevelt school band. Ceremonies were indeed impressive. Tears of joy rolled down the cheeks of many of the members as they viewed in reality the rising construction. The Board of Trustees felt that they needed some one to marshal and cad throughout, so they unanimously elected Mrs. Webster to be manager and supervisor of the new church. So beautifully has she paused along that on December nine, 9th new St. James church will be dedicated and given over to the city and church-going people of Gary. Mrs. Webster was formerly a member of the First A. M. E. church and spent much effort in getting that church completed. She is a very efficient church worker and has proven her ability in financing church debts. The American wishes to congratulate Mrs. Webster and the officers of St. James church on the splendid achievement that they now present Red Hook TEACHER D BALTIMORE—Miss Edna Vley public school No. 110 here, he was supposed to become the brid local man, on Christmas day. Red Hot News BALTIMORE.—Miss Edna Wilson, teacher at Phyliss Wheatley public school No. 110 here, has mysteriously disappeared. She was supposed to become the bride of Wilkins Webb, a prominent local man, on Christmas day. No trace of her has been found. TWO AX SLAYERS OMAHA, Neb.—Jake Bird, p ling as her assailant and at whose ings and two assaults have been Criminal court here. He protest SPOKANE, Wash.—Elmer he hilled two Omaha women with OMAHA, Neb.—Jake Bird, positively identified by Mrs. Stribling as her assailant and at whose feet the three fiendish ax slayings and two assaults have been laid, is to go on trial soon in the Criminal court here. He protests his innocence. SPOKANE, Wash.—Elmer Williams has just confessed that he hilled two Omaha women with an ax. THEATER, SPEAKER, MARKED NEW YORK CITY.—For the second time in eight months, a band of masked white men robbed the Lafayette theater here. They escaped with $13.75 after intimidating the cashier. Going down the street, they robbed a speakeasy. They were jailed shortly afterward. NEW YORK CITY.--For the second time in eight months, a band of masked white men robbed the Lafayette theater here. They escaped with $43.75 after intimidating the cashier. Going down the street, they robbed a speakeasy. They were jailed shortly afterward. BER 4. NADY Exhibit Head William W. Cooke, well known Gary architect, who was one of the leaders in putting over the Business Exposition. NEGRO CRIME IN GARY VERY HIGH Although Gary's colored population is estimated to be only one fifth of the entire population of 110,000, arrests of Negroes during the month of October totaled 187, or better than two fifths of the total of 408. However, 75 of that number were picked up by police as suspects. One arrest was made for murder and one for manslaughter during the preceding month. Arrests on both charges of all of Gary's 21 nationalities totaled six. Fifteen Negroes out of a total of 67 were arrested (and convicted) for violation of the liquor law. The only prostitution charge of the month was lodged against a colored woman. -The only begging charge of the month was lodged against a Negro man. For assault and battery, 11 Negroes were arrested. Three were jailed for assault with intent to kill. Six were held as burglars. Two were found to be carrying concealed weapons. The crime of larceny claimed six more. Gary Negroes refrained from imbibing too much of anti-Volstead preparations during the month of October, according to the records. Only 18 were arrested for drunkenness. This number was only a small part of the total of 110. Some of the charges lodged against other Negroes arrested were: Gambling, two; desertion, three; deinquency, two; fugitives, two; and reckless driving, two. Slayer of Child Found Guilty Slayer of Child Found Guilty (By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS.—After deliberating six hours, a jury brought in a verdict of manslaughter at 11:35 o'clock Thursday night in the cast of Samuel Goff, 28, accused of having whipped Louise Morris, the 3-year-old daughter of his common-law wife, so severely July 21, that the child died in a fractured spine. OT News ISAPPEARS Wilson, teacher at Phyliss Wheatas mysteriously disappeared. She of Wilkins Webb, a prominent No trace of her has been found. SLAYERS positively identified by Mrs. Stribe-feet the three fiendish ax slay-laid, is to go on trial soon in the his innocence. Williams has just confessed that an ax. the second time in eight months, a the Lafayette theater here. They ating the cashier. Going down the they were jailed shortly afterward. The GARY AMERICAN INDIANA'S GREATEST COLORED NEWSPAPER 'Kissing Profs, Of Howard U. To Get Hearing TO END ALL SEGREGATION AT CONCERTS Rev. Kittrell, Prof. TatumCauseChange of Policy Jim Crow seating arrangements at the Schumann-Heink hall recital November 11 in Memorial hall elicited a rebuke from one prominent local minister, it was revealed here last week when a copy of a letter written by the Rev. John W. Kittrell, pastor of South Side Christian church, to William R. Wirt, Gary public school superintendent, was given to a representative of THE GARY AMERICAN. That segregation caused some indignance to be manifested by the colored school teachers here. However, some members of the audience said there was no segregation. It was not established until a few days after the concert that there had been a deliberate attempt to separate the colored people from the rest of the listeners. The Letter Rev. Kittrell's letter follows: Mr. William R. Wirt, Supt. Gary Public Schools. Gary, Indiana. Dear Sir: We have just returned home from the first Civic concert of the season and I venture to say that if today's performance by the Artists and the appreciation of the audience can be used as a criterion, Gary has made a great step forward in things cultural. I feel, however, that I must mention and at the same time protest against segregation in these concerts: 1st. Because we, the colored people, are part owners of the Memorial Hall; 2nd, it is a public building managed for public use; 3rd, it is very humiliating to my people. Do you think that we would have willingly paid for the membership card had we known that we would be segregated? I suggest that you try to get our point of view in the matter. I have a card now on my desk stating that the association now has 1700 adults and 250 student members. Many of these are members of my group. Do you think Christ was right when he said, "Do not unto others what you would not have done unto you?" Perhaps you will say that you have nothing to do with the matter. I appeal to your conscience for justice and fair play. A word from you would be highly appreciated. (Signed) John W. Kittrell Following the segregation at the concert. Principal H. T. Tatum of East Pulaski school conferred with Superintendent Wirt. He was informed by the superintendent that the segregation was "not the wish of the school board." Principal Tatum was further told that the jim crow action would not be permitted at any of the future concerts. Those segregated at the recent affair are looking forward with interest to the Sousa Band program scheduled for December 3. The other fellow's job is no better than yours, and a fisherman's ideal vacation would be two weeks in a nice office chair. WASHINGTON. D.C.—The rumor, "high marks for kisses," which resulted in the dismissal last June of tour professors by the board of trustees of Howard university, upon recommendation of President Mordecal Johnson, will have its truth tested this week when three of the four released pedagogues will be given a hearing before the executive committee. They are: Lorenzo Dow Turner a doctor of philosophy, formerly a professor of English; Moees Franklin Peters, formerly an instructor of Zudlich, and William Henry Jones, a professor of sociology. The fourth, Albert Sydney Beckham, formerly an assistant professor of psychology, is now employed in New York. He is not joining the others who are being to establish FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1928 Business Expo Shows Progress In Finance Were Ousted Last June After Article Saying Co-eds Gave Kisses To Profs for Grades FIVE HURT IN AUTO ACCIDENT AT SOUTH BEND Teacher Worst Hurt As Car Overturns In Collision Five well-known Gary persons, including a newspaper editor and a prominent local attorney, narrowly escaped being instantly killed when the automobile in which they were riding to a football game in Cleveland, collided with another machine and overturned in the road, 16 miles from South Bend early Thursday morning. Trapped in the machine after it had been hit and knocked over in the road, they were able to extricate themselves from the wreckage of the automobile and, by a queer twist of fate, were able to return to Gary today to tell about their harrowing experience. School Teacher Worst Hurt Miss Viola Jefferson, teacher of physical education at East Pulaski school, and a newcomer to Gary, received the most serious injuries of any of the five as a result of the crash, while Chauney Townsend, executive editor of The Gary American Attorney and Mrs. Milo C. Murray and Dr. Bertha M. Kelley, the other four members of the party, escaped with only slight cuts about the hands and legs. According to their account of the mishap, they were struck by a heavy machine, traveling at a high rate of speed in the opposite direction from which they were going, which also went off the road and overturned, taking its occupants with it, but resulting in only slight injuries to any of them. The occupants of the other machine were all white. They are believed to have been blinded by the lights of the car in which the Gary folk were riding, a Chevrolet coach owned by Attorney Murray who was driving at the time of the accident. Both machines were almost completely demolished. No one really knows hod the accident happened, it was declared, except that the driver of the other machine, a woman, apparently lost control and swerved into the side of the car owned and driven by Attorney Murray, knocking it over on one side in the middle of the highway. Had there been a ditch or embankment along the spot it is feared that the car would have continued to turn over, hurling its occupants to instant death. **Pull Women From Car** The presence of mind of Editor Townsend and, particularly, of Attorney Murray enabled the two to pull the women occupants from the wreckage, after the two men had climbed out through the broken glass door of the machine. Miss Jefferson was returned to Gary in the automobile of a passing motorist, while Attorney and Mrs. Murray, Editor Townsend and Dr. Kelley were carried to the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Stanley in South Continued on page 2 their innocence of the accusations upon which they were dismissed. The three professors will be represented at the hearing by counsel Alexander Wolf appearing as their attorney. President Johnson will also have counsel present representing the university, it is said. His selection of counsel, like in the mandatus proceedings brought by Clarence I. Smith for admittance in the medical school, will be from outside the law faculty, according to reports. The hearing was scheduled for Mary Miss Dolly N. Townsend, one of the leading bellies of Los Angeles, and, we believe, the inspiration for the song hit of a few years ago, "California Here I Come." Miss Townsend is a color artist on the staff of the Eastman Kodak company, Pacific Coast Division. MANY SPEND THANKSGIVING IN GARY; SOME LEAVE THE CITY Garyites spent Thanksgiving many different ways. Some stayed here; others left the Steel City and journeyed to other places for the week end. Gary citizens played the part of hosts to a large number of out-of-town guests. What some of the members of the local elite did follows. Mrs. R. M. Hedrick entertained the Bridge club and the husbands of the members at Thanksgiving dinner in her home, 2332 Adams st., Thursday. About twenty guests were present and after dinner the evening was devoted to bridge. Mrs. V. M. Marshall had as her guests for Thanksgiving dinner, Miss Thyra Edwards, Miss Smith, Mr. Hyman, Dr. Hayes of Texas, Dr. Clay and Mr. Claude Barnett of Chicago. Dr. C. V. Dixon spent Thanksgiving in Dayton and Xenia, Ohio. Members of the Book-Lovers' Club with their husbands will be entertained with a Thanksgiving break. Hard U. To G. June After Article s Gave Kisses For Grades committee are President Johnson, last Friday. President Johnson at the last moment advised the professors' counsel that the executive committee would not be able to hear the cases because of the mass of business it had to consider that afternoon. If the executive committee fails to settle this matter satisfactorily, it is almost certain that the courts will be resorted to. Both mandamus proceedings and damage suits will be instituted, it is believed. The members of the executive tast at the home of Mrs. R. D. Guy 215 W 23rd ave., on Saturday morn- ing following Thanksgiving. About 24 guests will enjoy this occasion. Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Means spent Thanksgiving in Chicago with Mrs. Howard, 4112 Vincennes ave., sister of Mr. Means. ♣ ♣ ♣ Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Rapier were dinner guests of Mrs. Mable Parker, 4732 Michigan ave., Chicago, on Thanksgiving. ♦ ♦ ♦ Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gray were the Thanksgiving guests of Atty and Mrs. Davis of Chicago, and attended the theatre. Atty and Mrs. R. W. Woodfolk entertained a number of friends at their home Wednesday evening. They followed this with Thanksgiving dinner for their relatives Thursday, among whom were the father and mother of Mrs. Woodfolk, her nephew, Arthur Mason, and others. Continued on page 3 et Hearing Dr. Michael O. Dumas, Dr. Jesse O. Moorland of New York, and Victor B. Deyber. An unsigned article last April in "The Hilltop," a student publication was the cause of the whole affair. This article charged that some femini students "swapped kisses for grades." Its author seemed to think that because of this, women students possessed considerable advantage over men in a scholastic way. The story was one of the most sensational ever to be presented on the Howard campus. The Hilton editor was called before the school executive board, the author was found and questioned, and a special committee was formed to investigate the charges. This investigation resulted in the discharge of the four professors named. GARY PUBLIC LIBRARY 5TH AVE & JEFFERSON CAR EDITION 3 CENTS PER COPY Best Edited Conducted paper American Keeps a Registry of Many Visitors There Gary's second annual Negro business exposition, sponsored by the Gary Noon Day Business club and held at the Crystal Bardens ballroom, 19th avenue and Broadway, on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday nights of this week, is considered a success by officials of the organization. Although more citizens attended the exhibit this year than were present last year, the number of visitors was still small. Twenty one business houses had booths at the exposition. Some firms gave out favors for the purpose of advertising, while others made no attempt, except by decoration of the allotted spaces, to interest the public. Those firms which cooperated by taking spaces are: Julianite Beauty Shoppe, Clinax Pharmacy, Street St. Nicholas House, Mrs. G. Monetel, Dressmaker, The Venus Shoppe, Eagle Printing Company, Inter-Denominational Ministerial Alliance. John H. Burlight, Plastering Contractor James McCain, Home-Made Candies, Susan A. Hirrell, Home. Alphas Art Club. Corneal and Gates, Grecers, Thompson, Tailor, Shop. M. J. W. Hirrell. J. A. Butler, General Contractor, Taylor Brothers, Cleaners and Dyers, San Mateo Insurance Company, The Gary American. Means Brothers, Contractors. Victory Life Insurance Company, San Mateo Insurance Company. Booths lined both sides of the ballroom. The center was reserved for seats as there was a program each night. The exposition was opened Monday night with an address by Mayor Floyd Williams. On the same program appeared Attorney F. W. Alexander, J. D. Smith, undertaker, Dr. Royal W. Grubbs, and Senator C. Oliver Holmes. Dr. Elizabeth Kelly gave a vocal solo which was well received. On the program for Tuesday and Wednesday nights were: W. W. Cooke, architect; Dr. D. W. Turner, Miss Thya Edwards, Nelson E. Woodley, Charles S. Shaw, Ald. A. B. Whitlock, R. D. Guy, undertaker, M. C. Bryant, Chandler Owen, of Chicago; Albert A. Edwards, and H. Theodore A. Tum, East Pulaski school principal. All were short talks with the exception of the offerings of Mr. Edwards, Mr. Bryant, and Mr. Woodley, which were solos. THE GARY AMERICAN at its booth kept a registry of those who cared to sign it. Those who did sign, and their addresses, are: Mrs. Janie Porter Barrett, Peak Hanover, W. Va. C. Barrett, Gary Florence B. Alexander, Washington, D. C. Melvina Gains, Indidanapolis Alice Means, 2127 Washington street Mary Means, 2127 Washington street B. M. Kelley, 1956 Massachusetts Dr. R. M. Hedrick, 1709 Broadway R. C. Bibb, 2512 Massachusetts Mary Means, 2127 Massachusetts Royal Grubbs, 2308 Connecticut Mrs. S. B. Grubs, Gary Ruth Kely, 1956 Massachusetts Azalia Garrett, 2117 Madison Mrs. M. E. Jones, 2225 Maas. Street Mrs. M. E. Jones, 2225 Maas. Street Mrs. Mary Moore, 2899 Conn. Street Mrs. H. R. Gray, 2305 Penn. Street J. D. Smith, 2295 Wash. Street Mrs. M. A. L. Harris, 2255 Wash. street Thomas J. Wilson, 2676 Harrison Mrs. M. F. N. Wood, 1421 Carolina street William Hargeve, 511 West 22nd Miss Fannie Edwards, 526 West 25th Miss Willey D. Down, 2412 Adams Nell C. Howell, 1097 Mrs. J. L. McGowan, 2127 Wash. Mrs. B. E. Holden, 2028 Broadway Mrs. Willey B. Blackwell, 1971 Mass. Mrs. Willey B. Blackwell, 1971 Mass. Sam Williams, 2627 Adams Mrs. S. D. Davis, 2188 Broadway R. H. Sanders, 1944 Maryland street Joe B. Warner, 1944 Maryland street D. W. Turner, 2820 Harrison Mrs. A. C. Kelley, 1966 Mass. A. J. Howard, 2590 Washington street Wilma W. Taylor, 2590 Washington street Samella Taylor, 1648 Adams Mrs. E. V. Edwards, 2520 Jeff Mrs. Hallie E. Hayes, 2423 Wash. A girl thinks the wisdom of Solomon insignificant when compared with the smart sayings of her first beau 15 Defendants Get $8,600 Fines; Bosses Next CHICAGO.—Granady's murder in the April primaries, poll kidnappings, beatings, and ballot box stuffings were avenged by the state on Friday when a jury before Judge John M. O'Connor in Criminal court declared fifteen of the sixteen Ellis beachmen on trial guilty. The jury was out 13 hours. Although the defendants were found guilty, no fall sentences were imposed. Fines totaling $8,600 was the punishment meted out. Those fined, and the amounts, are as follows: Sam Kaplan. $1,250 Harry Oochatein. Morris Eller's chief lieutenant in the 20th ward. $1,000 Abner (apparently) Klass, kinsman of the Ellers. $1,000 State Senator James B. Leonardo, $750 Morris Brownstein, $600 Aubrey Reed, Eller Worker, $500 Sam Bardin, a Municipal court bailiff, $600 Eddie Brownstein, $400 Sam Pellar, $400 Joseph Breclay, a school employee, $400 Baco Angell, $400 John Arango, $400 Peter Pascelli, former policeman, $400 Albert Braverman, $400 Benjamin Jacobsen, $400 Prosecutors Angry "A damned outrage." So spoke Special Assistant Attorney General Edwin Rafter when the jury's verdict was made known to him. Very similar was the opinion of Frank J. Loesch, another special prosecutor. Mr. Loesch added: "I am disappointed. The verdict should have carried with it a penitentiary sentence for each of the men standing trial with the possible exception of one. "From early morning to sunset last primary day such offenses were committed that no fine could be called a just punishment. As it is, the verdicts seem to me to almost consist of an apology to these men for having tried them at all." Killed Granady The most serious charge placed against the defendants was one of murder. They were accused of killing Octavius Granady, opponent of Morris Eller for committeeman in the "bloody 20th" ward. It was in the afternoon of April 10 that the colored candidate was killed. He and two friends were driving slowly through west side streets in a big sedan. As they turned a corner, inmates of another car opened fire on them with automatic pistols. Granady's car speeded up. The other followed in swift pursuit. Men stood on its running boards, firing shot after shot. When it seemed that escape was impossible, the Granady car stopped. Its three passengers leaped out. As the candidate started to run, he was felled by a bullet. He died instantly. Start Search Then what had been threatenings in Chicago happened. An investigation of the connection in Cook county between crime and politics was ordered. A special grand jury was sworn in. Sheridan A. Brusseaux, a well known Negro private investigator, was assigned to the task of rounding up the slayers of Granady and investigating vice conditions in general. Results were soon forthcoming. The first suspect in the murder case was jailed. Police captured others, leaving Chicago to make arrests in other cities. Eventually, the Ellers themselves — father and son — were indicted by the special grand jury. They are now awaiting trial. The Trial Trials of the sixteen started five weeks ago. Public interest ran high at first but gradually became less pronounced. The state produced witnesses to identify certain of the defendants as the five men who rode in the death dealing car last April. Johnny Armondo and Sam Kaplan were positively identified as the killers. Others were equally as well identified as perpetrators of election day violence. But the defense was as strong in its alibis as the state witnesses were in identifying Eller aids. All sixteen defendants, as luck would have it, were at places other than at those they were accused of being near. They had witnesses, it developed, to prove their contentions. But in spite of perfect alibis, it was generally believed that they were guilty. Don't be Mislead Survey Shows What the Citizens of Gary Think of Query By KURIOUS KATIE Do you think our people spend too much in preparation for Thanksgiving? Turkey Day is over, and won't be around again until almost 365 days from now. But that doesn't keep the above from being a good question. Rev. Frank S. Delaney, Supt. Stewart House It all depends upon the kind of preparation and what one plans to do and how able one is to do it. I think there are certain sentimental things that are very important to the larger life of people. If I were able to do so—and we mustn't pay so much for the sentimental that it impoverishes the practical—if I were able to go three hundred miles and spend $100 to enjoy a day with friends, perhaps at the old home place where there would be the refreshment of recollection, and newen memories that would enrich and inspire me without taking away too much the security of my old age or the dire necessities of life; or if I could indulge in any other of the sentimental things that go along with Thanksgiving, such as the old-fashioned idea of inviting in a lot of guests; if I could do it without jeopardizing other things and still maintain a sense of brotherhood toward the poor and less fortunate that might be dependent upon me; so long as I could do that. I should feel that the satisfaction of the sentimental nature within me could not have cost too much. Dr. C. V. Dixon, 1901 Broadway No. It is a day of Thanksgiving and we owe it to ourselves to get a little turkey and have a feast on such an occasion. Alfred Bolden, 1965 Adams st. It is customary to make these extra expenditures around certain times of the year — Christmas and Thanksgiving. It is out peculiar way of giving thanks and expressing appreciation to Him who blest us. The Master said, "Eat, drink and be merry." A. L. Webster, 2364 Mass. st. I think we do; that is, in a selfish way. We should realize the spirit of Thanksgiving enough to share with those less fortunate than we. In doing that, our expenditures could not be too great. COLUMBIA, S. C.—Henry Charles and Isham Bracey had been taught to believe what a white man told them, and in keeping with their teaching put explicit confidence in the promises of white men, frequently winning arguments with the state, "I know its right 'cause Mr. Charley said so." Retained SHERIDAN A. BRUSSEAUX A.N.P. Sheridan A. Bruscaux, who is credited with tracking down the Granary slayers and other poll terrorists, will be given a permanent position with the city of Chicago by Judge Swanson, recently elected State's Attorney. 6 SONS ACT AS PALLBEARERS IN DAD'S FUNERAL Distinguished Tenn. Preacher Is Laid To Rest (By Associated Negro Press) (By Association Nero Press) JOHNSON CITF. Tenn.—Six sons of the late Reverend W. A. Scott, served as pall bearers when his body was laid to rest here Sunday afternoon. The distinguished minister passed away Sunday evening at his home here on Chilhovie avenue. The funeral services were held from the Langton High School Auditorium due to the crowd which attended. The services were directed by Dr. J. E. Walker, who paid many glowing tributes to the memory of his friend and co-worker. Other enologies were delivered by Dr. O. W. Sherrill, Rev. E. M. Hale and John Latture. Rev. Scott was born in Port Gibson, Mississippi, and secured his early education in the schools of that state. In 1898 he was graduated from Hiram College in Ohio and a --- The American is the official colored newspaper for Gary, Hammond, Indiana Harbor, East Chicago, South Bend and Terre Haute, and offers advertisers an opportunity to reach the masses of colored people in the Calumet Region at small cost. (Continued from Page 1) Bend, where they were treated for their injuries before returning to Gary late yesterday afternoon. "It was a narrow escape," said Dr. Kelley in telling of the mishap. "We little realized," she continued, "that we were going to be hit by the other car until it swerped into the side of our machine. It was too late to give a warning to any of the occupants in our car." Editor Townsend, tired from a strenuous day's work at The American office, admits that he was asleep at the time of the collision and knew nothing of what had happened until he was awakened by a feeling that the car was falling over on one side. He heard the crash of broken glass and exclaimed: "My! What has happened? Let me out of here!" Miss Jefferson was pinned underneath Miss Kelley and Mr. Townsend as they were thrown on top of her when the car turned over. Mrs. Murray is believed to have pinned underneath her husband in a similar manner. Although damages to the Murray machine are estimated to be very great, Attorney Murray was highly elated today over the fact that none of the occupants of his car was seriously injured, escaping being killed by what they believe was a miracle. few years later returned South to enter upon his life's work. He took an active part in the business, educational, and religious affairs of our group in various parts of the country, having for a number of years served as chaplain at Alcorn College and president of the American Trust and Savings Company of Jackson, Mississippi. He was prominent in fraternal circles, as well as in civic affairs. The past few years he had been engaged in educational and reeligious work in Tennessee and was so engaged at the time of his death. He is survived by: a wife, Mrs. Emmeline Scott, teacher in Dunbairn School, six sons, Aurelius S., principal Fessendon Academy, Fessenden, Fla.; W A., editor of the Atlanta World, Atlanta, Ga.; Cornelius A., foreman of Scott Brothers, Printers and Publishers; Atlanta; L. Augustus, Daniel M., and Emel. students, and three daughters, Vashti C., teacher, Esther W. A., and Ruth. To Present Play Thursday Night Acted by members of the junior and senior classes of Froebel high school, the three-act comedy of Zelda Sears, "A Lucky Break," will be presented next Thursday night at eight o'clock in the Froebel auditorium. Admission will be 35 cents. A THE AMERICAN To Return Soon THE NEW YORKER THE WORLD'S FINEST FASHION THE Alma Turner, of Cleveland, who has been visiting her in Ridgeland college at Wimbledon, England, is due to res the early part of winter. She has visited Paris, London. Above she is shown standing with her sister, Mrs Turner, on the dock at New York, a few minutes bet England a few months ago. ATTEMPT TO RENEW JIM C RESIDENCE LAWS IN RI er, of Cleveland, who has been visiting her college at Wimbledon, England, is due to res of winter. She has visited Paris, London, is shown standing with her sister, Mrs. dock at New York, a few minutes be- months ago. PT TO RENEW JIM C GIDENCE LAWS IN RIC Alma Turner, of Cleveland, who has been visiting her sister, a student in Ridgeland college at Wimbledon, England, is due to return from Europe the early part of winter. She has visited Paris, London, and Vienna. Above she is shown standing with her sister, Mrs. Minnie Gentlec Turner, on the dock at New York, a few minutes before she left for England a few months ago. ATTEMPT TO RENEW JIM CROW RESIDENCE LAWS IN RICHMOND (By Associated Negro Press) RICHMOND, Va.—If the resolution presented to the City Council here Tuesday by alderman Henry Woody is considered favorable beginning April 1, this city will again be disgraced with legalized segregation in regard to residential sections. The passage and enforcement of the "Racial Integrity Bill" has given those who believe in Jim Crowism encouragement and Alderman Woody expressed belief that the resolution would become a law. The resolution, which was referred to the committee on ordinances reads as The resolution makes it unlawful for Negroes to live in white neighborhoods and whites from occupying residences in Negro neighborhoods. The efforts to revive such a law has drawn the fire of Negro citizens who declare that due to the sanitary conditions and the manner in which the streets in the Negro districts are kept up, no white person would desire to live there and the law would prevent Negroes from moving out of these districts in order to improve their living conditions and preserve their health. Several years ago the city had such a segregation law, but it was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court of the United States, when the first test case was brought up. That case grew out of the purchasing of a white Baptist church building, in a white district, by a Negro congregation. What Adver Pref Artificial Ci Natural C What Do Advertiser Prefer? Official Circulation Natural Circulation What Do Advertisers Prefer? DO ADVERTISERS prefer Artificial Circulation to Natural Circulation, the one gained through offering prizes, contests, and premiums, the other gained through reader-interest? Advertisers place little value on circulation gained through forced and artificial means. They know that kind of circulation is worth very little in increasing their sales or customers. They realize that the man who subscribes to a paper simply to get a premium or help his friend win a prize does not make the best kind of subscriber by any means. The high character and make it the preferred newspaper Today. The American has the colored newspaper in Gary—offering prizes, or premiums, or the official colored newspaper for or, East Chicago, South Bend and its advertisers an opportunity to m les of colored people in the Cal Region at small cost. high character and tone of The Gary the preferred newspaper in every Colo- the American has the largest circulat- newspaper in Gary—a circulation gain- izes, or premiums, or holding contests. 9,30 fored newspaper for Gary, Hammond, Eco, South Bend and Terre Haute, an opportunity to reach the people in the Calumet at small cost. The high character and tone of The Gary American make it the preferred newspaper in every Colored home. Today, The American has the largest circulation of any colored newspaper in Gary—a circulation gained without offering prizes, or premiums, or holding contests. M. has been visiting her sister, a student, England, is due to return from Europe visited Paris, London, and Vienna. with her sister, Mrs. Minnie Gentles, a few minutes before she left for NEW JIM CROW LAWS IN RICHMOND The passage and enforcement of the "Racial Integrity Bill" has given those who believe in Jim Crowism encouragement and Alderman Woody expressed belief that the resolution would become a law. The resolution, which was referred to the committee on ordinances reads as follows: Be it ordained by the Council of the City of Richmond: "1. That, in order to preserve the general welfare, peace, racial integrity, morale, and social good order Don't Throw Your Old Shoes Away It is foolish to throw away your shoes when they wear out. We repair them to look like new. 6 WEST 16TH AVENUE What Do artisers fer? circulation or circulation Do they not prefer newspaper circulation which has been gained through the interest of the paper itself, through its ability to attract and hold its readers and subscribers at all times? They know that the man who subscribes to a paper because he likes its editorials or news will always read that paper and will read its news, editorials and advertisements. Subscription contests only foster discontent among readers and bring unnatural circulation — or circulation with no real reader-interest. And advertisers will not be fooled. stone of The Gary American paper in every Colored home. the largest circulation of any a circulation gained without or holding contests. 9,312 The Gary, Hammond, Terre Haute, reach the umet ANDY DIRECTORY OF GARY FIRMS WHO GUARANTEE PRODUCTS & SERVICE of the City of Richmond, it shall be hereafter unlawful for any person to use or continue to use as a residence any building on any street, between intersecting streets, where the majority of residences on such street are occupied by those with whom said person is forbidden to intermarry by section 5 of an act of the General Assembly of Virginia, entitled: 'An Act to preserve racial integrity and approved March 20, 1924, or as the same may be hereafter amended. '2. Any person violating the provisions of this ordinance shall be liable to a fine of not less than one hundred dollars nor more than five hundred dollars, recoverable before the police justices of the City of Richmond as the case may be, each day's violation to constitute a separate offense. "3. That all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance be and the same are hereby repealed. "4. This ordinance shall be in force from and after April 1, 1923." "Black Carl" Is Stricken NEW YORK—"Black Carl" known to thousands of theater goers as an assistant to Herman, the Magician, is in the Bellevue Hospital here seriously ill. Ed Johnson, his real name, was known to many for his great work on the stage years ago and more recently as the stage manager for Miller and Lyles in their great hit, "Shuffle Along" and even later as the head carriage man for the Centropolitan Opera House. Johnson was seriously stricken with aploplexy while talking to friends in front of the Lafayette Theater on Seventh avenue here and was instantly removed to the hospital where his condition is still serious. He was probably the most widely acquainted colored man on the stage and was honored by all who knew him. Correct this sentence: "She has perfect teeth." said the gossip, "but she doesn't skin back her lips when she smiles." Sanitary Beauty Shoppe MRS. J. W. ROBINSON. Prop. 1917 Washington Street Phone 21646 Gary, Ind. Russell & Russell REALTORS 2201 Broadway Phone 22458 Gary, Ind. PERSONAL SERVICE Suits and dresses cleaned, pressed, and delivered to your door. 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Long Beach Forms Industrial League (By Associated Negro Press) LOS ANGELES—New places are opening and new interest is being aroused in racial affairs at Long Beach. Business men including one of Los Angeles have formed an organization known as the Long Beach Industrial Association here recently. Its scope is to be broad, giving general help to the Negro of the Industrial world. It will assist in furnishing employment, handle loans, real estate, and furnish legal advice or assistance. MY DIRECT MY FIRMS WHO GU PRODUCTS & SERV $10,000 IN PRIZES GIVEN AWAY FOR Flash Light Slogans Come in and see us CALUMET HARDWARE AND PAINT CO. 1829 BROADWAY Gary, Ind. "Service That Pleases" DIXIE CLEANERS AND DYERS 31 W. 17th Ave. Phone 2-4355 ANNOUNCING! Expansion of Business We have moved into larger quarters and are better equipped to serve you. COME IN AND GET OUR PRICES S. S. BROWN CLOTHES SPECIALIST 28 E. 16th Avenue Gary, Ind. Phone Gary 2-2951 WASHINGTON CLEANERS Lowest Prices In Gary Give Us a Trial 1542 Broadway Gary, Ind. When you want a classy job of printing done in a hurry, bring it to The Gary American. We'll get it out at the time promised you and in a way to please you. Handbills, Business Cards, Calling Cards and Invitations a Specialty. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1926 AFRICA GETS NEW COLLEGE PHILADELPHIA—The Prince of Wales College, at Achimota on the Gold Coast, will be open in all its departments at the beginning of 1929. This is the great educational institution upon which the Gold Coast Government is spending half million pounds (Sterling) or nearly three million dollars. Africa will then for the first time have a complete educational institution in which the aim will be to take the very best in the cultures of the West and of Africa and combine them for the full development of the education of the men and women of the African race. The principal of this college is the Rev. Alex G. Fraser, and in one of the English publications he expresses himself thus: "Hitherto, we have been waiting for the completion of the kindergarten buildings so that the children could be passed on as the first pupils of the primary classes. It was also necessary to train native teachers, and to allow our own staff of Europeans to get acquainted with local conditions and languages." Proposals have been laid before the British Colonial Office for the college, which would put Achimota in a somewhat similar position to that of the great English colleges. The governing body would consist of Europeans and Africans. Of the latter at least one would be a woman, and at least six Africans must be nominated. Mr. Fraser also envisages a development some time in the future of simple wireless instructions to village communities by means of radio talks. "We have received applications for admission to the college," writes Mr. Fraser, "from all over Africa, and from every part of the world where members of the African race are living, including the United States. At present, however, we must rigidly restrict our 500 students to the people of the Gold Coast." ECTORY GUARANTEE VICE YOLANDE'S BEAUTY SHOPPE YOLANDE SMILEY, Prop. All Forms of Beauty Culture Appointments 1913 Adams Street Phone 2-5837 Gary, Ind. DUCO PAINTING Body Repairing and Trimming Department R. MILLS, Manager FIFTH AVENUE GARAGE 320-38 W. 5th Ave. Gary, Ind. Dress Making Shop ETHEL L. PATTERSON, Prop. 1722 JEFFERSON ST. Phone 22163 Gary, Ind. KRUG TIRE SERVICE USED TIRES $1.50 up Expert Auto Repairing 1840 BROADWAY Gary, Indiana Our Time Is Your Time FRED RENO Watches, Diamonds and Jewelry For Sale and Repaired All Work Guaranteed 1701. WASHINGTON STREET Phone 2-7741 Gary, Ind. OKLAHOMA ELECTRIC SHOES SHOP All Work Neatly Finished With a Guarantee Ladies and Gents Shine Parlor J. W. HOLDEN, Prop. 2026 Broadway Phone 3479 CENTRAL CLEANERS AND DYERS HATS BLOCKED Work Called for and Delivered OTIS BAILEY, Prop. 11 E. 19th Ave. Gary, Ind. S. S. BROWN CLOTHES SPECIALIST First Class Tailoring and Dressmaking ROSEBUD BARBER SHOP A good appearance is a passport even for a bald man Use Rose Bud Face & Scalp Cream 8 E. 19th Ave. Gary, Ind. ROGER W. WOODFOLK LAWYER Phone 26303—Office 2nd Floor 1633 Washington Street Residence 2nd Floor 1981 Massachusetts Streets Gary, Indiana City News FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1928 City By LOUISA WHITTED The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walls is ill in Memorial hospital in Chicago. Att'y Peter Boult, formerly of this city, and now of Cleveland, was a visitor in Gary for a few days. The Academic Class, No. 1, Roosevelt Annex, with Mrs. I. J. Biggs as instructor, has organized with a nice enrollment. Mrs. Mary Tate is president, Mrs. E. Green, secretary and Mrs. Lydie Mills, treas. The president, secretary and Mrs. Fitzpatrick make up the program committee and are responsible for one program each month. On Thursday eve. Nov. 22, a nice program was given and refreshments served. ♦ ♦ ♦ Miss Thyra Edwards was guest of Miss Mary McDowell of Chicago University Settlement House last Thursday. ♦ ♦ ♦ Dr. Hayes of Texas is a visitor in the city and guest of Mrs. V. M. Marshall. Mrs. Whitfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. G. McAdoo is visiting her parents for a few days. A committee of women of the Fifth ward on last Thursday evening presented Ald. A. B. Whitlock a beautiful pair of furlined gloves, a set of initialized linen handkerchiefs and silk hosiery. This little act of the committee, although diverted from its original setting (at the banquet of the previous evening) lost none of the sincerity on the part of the donors, nor appreciation on the part of the recipient. The alderman was highly pleased at this indication of You'll Like The food we serve here. Like mother's cooking, it will sat- iffy your palate. SPECIAL EVERY DAY MERCHANT'S LUNCH 35c Also Cakes - Pies - Roll Baking Products HOME MADE CHILI 10c Honey Bee BAKERY & RESTAURANT 2190 Broadway Open Day & Night All Night Garage Service All departments of our 100 car garage and accessory store open all night for your convenience. Phone 2-6505 FOR TOWING and WRECKING 3 SERVICE CARS 3 AWAIT YOUR CALL Battery Service. We charge, rent, repair and sell batteries for any car or radio. Auto-Electric service, generators, starters, ignition and lights complete stock of ignition parts. Auto repairing, storage, parts, accessories, tires and tubes, and gas and oil. Call us for quick dependable night service. BROADWAY GARAGE J. H. SHOVER, Prop. 1950 BROADWAY The Golden West Lunch Room 1912 Broadway THE BEST COFFEE IN TOWN Mrs. Alberta Prince, Mrs. Bertha Jones, from New York City, and Mrs. Alice Johnson of Cincinnati, O., are Thanksgiving guests of Councilman and Mrs. Wm. Burrus, 1441 Wash- st. They are leaving for their res- pective homes on Friday. Mrs. Barrett, mother of Miss Cate- rine Barrett, a teacher in the Gary schools, is visiting her daughter and will be the guest of Mrs. Fritz Alex- ander over the Thanksgiving. Mrs. Mary Ellen Spaulding of Detroit, Mich., is spending the Thanksgiving with her sister, Mrs. J. W. Kittrell. Miss Grayce Nicholas, 2201 Broad- way, entertained Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Dickerson of Chicago at dinner Thanksgiving. Dr. and Mrs. R. W. Grubbs had as guests for Thanksgiving Harry Grubbs, a niece of Mrs. Grubbs, and another guest. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Phillips were guests Thanksgiving of Mr. and Mrs. H. Robinson, 2008 Washington blvd., Chicago. Capt. and Mrs. L. W. Wallace are spending Thanksgiving with Mrs. J. O. Oglesby, Jeffersonville, Ind., sister of Mrs. Wallace. Thanksgiving services were celebrated jointly by Grace Presbyterian church and Trinity M. E. Church. Thanksgiving day at the Presbyterian church, at 23rd ave. and Washington st. The W. C. T. U. distributed baskets to the needy on Thanksgiving day. Sunday Riding Save Your B Sunday Buy a Sunday Pass for cents from the operator use it anywhere on our on Sunday. "RIDE ALL DAY SUNDAY FOR A QUARTER Gary Railw Used Furniture Bound Sold. Furniture and MOVING PACKING -- CRATING -- REASONABLE PRICE Eagle Furniture 2276 Broadway Gary, Indiana SELL SEWING MACHINES AT $2.00 UP Save on Your Fare Sundays! Sunday Pass for 25 in the operator and where on our lines y. DE ALL DAY SUNDAY A QUARTER" Railways Furniture Bought and Furniture and Piano MOVING GRATING ::- SHIPPING NABLE PRICES Furniture Co. way Gary, Ind. K. M. 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You should not neglect, in particular, these garments such as fur coats and heavy dresses which have been in storage. We guarantee to clean and renovate them like new. The "HOME" method is just a little superior. A Trial Will Convince Phone 2-3526 or 2 Satisfaction Guaranteed and Pro We Deliver Anywhere HOME DYERS & CL Trial Will Convince You June 2-3526 or 2-1332 On Guaranteed and Prompt Service We Deliver Anywhere ERS & CLEANERS respect and confidence on the part of his constituents and the women who arranged the presentation are to be commended for their loyalty in taking care of the situation. A meeting of the women of the Fifth ward was called at the home of Mrs. A. Moore, 2389 Conn. st. Wednesday eve. These meetings will be conducted regularly and announcements made thro these columns of dates. The T. M. T. M. club of Stewart house had an indoor picnic Thursday evening, which was attended by a large crowd. The guests amused themselves by plaing games. The affair was held in the recreation room which was decorated with foliage and grasses. A delightful luncheon was served to the guests and the picnic ended with a grand march. The Woman's Home Missionary society of Trinity M. E. church will meet Monday at two o'clock in the afternoon. All members are urged to be present. There will be a children's party by the Home Guard at Stewart house Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. The St. James A. M. E. Church, 26th ave. & Mass. st., served dinner all day. Thanksgiving at the base- ment of their new church. If he is beginning to reflect that doctors are the most useful of men, he will be forty-five on his next birthday. A THE AMERICAN Brooke Johns Still Hit At Oriental Brooke Johns and his banjo will be seen at the Oriental Theater, Chicago, next week in a jazz extravaganza titled by Brooke. "Gypsyland." Like the other Johns offerings, the scenery in this show will be beautiful and realistic, gypsy girls will sing and dance the favorite tunes of old Romany while the Merry Mad Gang will softly play gay tunes of old Bohemia. Of course Brooke will sing, dance, and play lifting melodies on his enchanted banjo, but that won't be all for there will be a startling array of talent to please the most critical theatergoer. "Gypsyland" will be a model of perfection down to the last degree, for Johns has not overlooked anything to make this show one to be long remembered. This production will be carried out in a manner similar to an operetta. The cast is exceptionally large and will contain many noted artists. "Show Girl," the J. P. 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(By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS. — Mystery surrounds the death of Frederick Stark. 35, at Charity Hospital. Examination had revealed he had a concussion of the brain, fracture of the skull, and laceration of the scalp. He was also under the influence of liquor. The Charity Hospital ambulance picked Stark up at the end of Canal street. Stark was unable to talk. Police are investigating. READ THE AMERICAN 10:30 TO 11:30 P.M. REVELT AT 15th. ST. played by Roger H. Hail from 11 A. M. to 11 P. M. Y, NOV. 30 and DEC. 1 Burrymore PEST" and News DECEMBER 2 Jibson THE TRAIL" 0 Patsy Ruth Miller and News DECEMBER 3 and 4 Plante JAMES" COMEDY and NEWS NAWARE dry and Girl day, Tuesday and Nights regularly and Com- Set Absolutely Free RADIO SET STMAS is a gift for the whole different and enjoyable of the day. lists. Several important be inspected here, sell- all the way from $25 to Used Radios d as new sets and are guaran- e. We have them in all the Terms SIC SHOP ```markdown ``` Is the Jew a Friend To the Negro? To secure the answer for this question, The Gary American has conducted a searching investigation. It has asked some of the most famous writers and editors in the country to answer this question, and they have gladly consented to write their views on this subject. Some Say He Is---Some Say He Is Not! These views are as conflicting as they are frank, revealing widely varying opinions, and are to be published for the first time in a symposium soon to appear in this paper from the pens of the following well known writers and editors: Uncover Child Star In "Singing Fool" Al Jolson has discovered an embryo star in David Lee, who appears with the black-faced songster in "The Singing Fool," the talking and singing heart drama now at the McVickers theater, Chicago. There is romance attached to this child actor, a success not scored by one of them since Jackie Coogan flashed upon the screen. It is one of those things that do actually happen in the movies. When preparations were being made to make the picture at Hollywood, Jolson left the studio one day for a stroll. He wandered about along quiet Hollywood streets. Passing along, he saw a bright-faced lad playing on a lawn. Jolson stopped and spoke with him. The lad was just all boy, totally unaffected, but with a most charming personality. There was no talk of movies between them. They quickly became great friends. MASTER BARBERS EQUAL RIGHT BARBER SHOP WM. MONTGOMERY, Prop. 2500 Broadway Gary, Ind. SHOE REPAIR SHOP Best Material · Good Workmanship at 23 West 22nd Avenue EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER IF USED REGULARLY MME. S.D. LYONS Will Promote a Full Growth of Hair, Will Also Restore the Strength, Vitality and Beauty of the Hair. IF YOUR HAIR IS DRY AND WIRY TRY EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER If you are bothered with Falling Hair, Dandruff, itching Scalp, or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a jar of East India Hair Grower. 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Cut down for this event to $47.50 THE HOUSE OF FINE DIAMONDS BERNZ CREDIT AT CASH PRICES 642 BROADWAY Then Jolson formed the habit of visiting daily with his little friend and occasionally he would sing the lad a snatch of song, or they would toss a ball about. It was wonderful relaxation for Jolson and pleasure for the child. They began casting at the studio for Jolson's vehicle and he had an idea. It was quickly put in effect. David Lee—3 year old friend of Al Jolson—was cast in the role of the son despite the fact that the boy had never appeared in pictures before. Jolson's name for his little friend was "Sonny Boy," and this name went into the script and into the theme song that rings melodiously throughout the picture and which Jolson sings with such pathos and heart appeal. LONG BEACH. — Revealing such exceptional talent and originality that she has attracted the attention of local literary critics. Miss Elinor Washington of this city has been offered an opportunity to do some feature work on a local white daily. She is a graduate of Polytechnic high school. Los Angeles. At the Lincoln Fruit Market. Here you can save on every item for the table. APPLES ORANGES PEARS GREENS POTATOES CABBAGE LINCOLN FRUIT MARKET 1621 BROADWAY The Gary American An independent newspaper, devoted to the interests of the Negro population of Northern Indiana and the community as a whole. Published every Friday morning in the year by The Gary American Publishing Company, Incorporated. Address all communications to The Gary American, American Building, Seven East Nineteenth Avenue, Gary, Indiana. CHAUNCEY TOWNSEND, Executive Editor F. MARSHALL DAVIS, Managing Editor TELEPHONE GARY 2-3865 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Subscription price, for a limited time only, $1.00 per year for copies, three cents. No subscriptions accepted for less. Our friends who favor us with manuscripts for publication selected articles returned they must in all cases send us those. Created as second-class mail matter at the post-office at Gary's Act of March 1879. Copyright, 1928, by the Gary's Phone Company, Incorporated. FOREIGN ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES: Houghtaling & Company, 176 West Adams Street, Chicago, Phone Franklin 2468. Exposition's Business Principles Post In and fourteen others can kidnap and assault women and workers, stuff ballot boxes, engage in all sorts of terrorism—even murder a Negro candidate, if you get out of it by paying $8,600 in fines and not sent to jail. Beast, that is what has just happened in Chicago. Been out of sixteen Eller aids were found guilty in trial that progressed at snail's pace for five weeks charged with terrorism on April 10, the day of O'Connor elections, ranging from ballot box stuffing to the blood of Octavius Granady, Morris Eller's opponent, 20th" ward for committeeman. A jury found the fourteen hours deliberation. The defendants drew five sentences was imposed. Might mention that during the same week a jury minutes deliberation, decreed the death penalty, youth, who incidentally can neither read nor had killed a white Northwestern university. Our reason for mentioning this is obvious. Eller's little army served its generals well. It seems he got the immunity Morris Eller promised them. Don't forget, boys, you have the police department and a judge back of you." It now seems as if the poorly number of citizens back of them. It seems the citizens got on the jury. Naming more dastardly than the election day must be Granady—shot down by hired assassins as a Chicago streets in his car—has happened in a community. No greater travesty on justice has existed than the decision of twelve jurymen to fine fifteen men they thought guilty of fraud, violence. Admit that the defendants in the trial were merely Eller and his son, Emanuel Eller, who has the efface to sit in judgment of his fellowmen in a Chicago and we hope that when the two Ellers are tried them guilty and mete to them the punishment of delinings. The hirelings cannot be excused on the ground that out the orders of their boss. Their punishment is, be greater than that given to ordinary criminal kills or terrorizes for pay is the lowest and most of criminal. Sizes of the fifteen, as has been said, totaled $9,600. Sizes have had their hands in the political grab but have withdrawn many times that amount. Others will pay the fines of their henchmen. Only a few sit. So these sixteen gangsters are free again. They have more poll boxes, blackjack more voters, and shooters. They have learned now that they have a covenant and that rate is only a few thousand dollars when pay, and no days in jail. 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Exposition's Business Principles Poor You and fourteen others can kidnap and assault white and black poll workers, stuff ballot boxes, engage in all sorts of election day terrorism—even murder a Negro candidate, if you want to—and get out of it by paying $8,600 in fines and not spend one day in jail. At least, that is what has just happened in Chicago. Fifteen out of sixteen Eller aids were found guilty in Chicago after a trial that progressed at snail's pace for five weeks. They were charged with terrorism on April 10, the day of Chicago's primary elections, ranging from ballot box stuffing to the murder in cold blood of Octavius Granady, Morris Eller's opponent in the "bloody 20th" ward for committeeman. A jury found them guilty after thirteen hours deliberation. The defendants drew fines. Not a jail sentence was imposed. We might mention that during the same week a jury, after only forty minutes deliberation, decreed the death penalty for a feeble minded youth, who incidentally can neither read nor write, because he had killed a white Northwestern university woman student. Our reason for mentioning this is obvious. Eller's little army served its generals well. It seems to us that they got the immunity Morris Eller promised them. He had said, "Don't forget, boys, you have the police department, the mayor, and a judge back of you." It now seems as if the Ellers had a goodly number of citizens back of them. It seem further that those citizens got on the jury. Nothing more dastardly than the election day murder of Octavius Granady—shot down by hired assassins as he rode through Chicago streets in his car—has happened in a so-called civilized community. No greater travesty on justice has ever been perpetrated than the decision of twelve jurymen to fine instead of imprison fifteen men they thought guilty of fraud, violence, and murder. We admit that the defendants in the trial were merely tools of Morris Eller and his son, Emanuel Eller, who has the effrontery to continue to sit in judgment of his fellowmen in a Chicago court room. And we hope that when the two Ellers are tried, a jury will find them guilty and mete to them the punishment denied to their hirelings. But the hirelings cannot be excused on the ground that they carried out the orders of their boss. Their punishment should, if anything, be greater than that given to ordinary criminals. A man who kills or terrorizes for pay is the lowest and most dangerous form of criminal. Fines of the fifteen, as has been said, totaled $8,600. Well—the Ellers have had their hands in the political grab bag long enough to have withdrawn many times that amount. Of course, the Ellers will pay the fines of their henchmen. Only a fool would deny that. And so these sixteen gangsters are free again. They are free to stuff more poll boxes, blackjack more voters, and shoot more candidates. They have learned now that they have a club rate for such—and that rate is only a few thousand dollars which their bosses can pay, and no days in jail. The Granady Murder Case Ends fored Gary had its second annual business expos- tion, Tuesday and Wednesday nights of this week. It was sponsored by the Gary Noonday Business to show the progress and development of Negro 30 or 30 booths made up the exhibit. Each of the days of a Gary business and its products. Although hits of several local business concerns were not as in could have been, and because of that failed to ar- ter interest, it was inspiring to see so many rep- a fine effort and, in the main, an expression of Colored Gary had its second annual business exposition on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights of this week. This exposition was sponsored by the Gary Noonday Business club. Its aim was to show the progress and development of Negro business. Some 20 or 30 booths made up the exhibit. Each of these housed a display of a Gary business and its products. Although many of the booths of several local business concerns were not as impressive a they could have been, and because of that failed to arouse any particular interest, it was inspiring to see so many represented. It was a fine effort and, in the main, an expression of the type of co-operation among business men here that should be shown at all times. The addresses made by speakers on each night's program are to be commended for their evident sincerity, although only the most easily deluded person can say that they offered any practical suggestions for the solutions of the ills of Negro business. Of course, it is not to be assumed that these would be anything more than inspirational, the result of no thorough research or investigation. But the attendance at the exposition, on the whole, was far from what it should have been. We doubt if 500 people came to the affair during the three nights of its showing. The sponsors of the exposition are to blame for the lack of public interest. They overlooked the most effective means of attracting crowds. They failed to advertise in the newspapers. Emmet J. Scott says, "Newspaper advertising is the least considered item in the average Negro business man's mind when he enters business, and yet the one item which should be given first attention as the life of business depends upon it." Sponsors of the exposition ignored the importunities of THE GARY AMERICAN when it suggested running an advertisement to attract crowds to the affair. With typical Negro business-man psychology, they were content to let the matter of advertising go "until next time." Newspaper advertising has built up the tremendous businesses and gigantic fortunes found in the United States today. The successful business man knows the value of newspaper advertising. The Ford car was generally unknown when it was first invented. But Henry Ford knew the value of newspaper advertising. He used page after page in this country's leading papers. As a result, he is now selling millions of his automobiles. And is almost a billionaire. The success of Wrigley's chewing gum is laid directly to newspaper advertising. We could name thousands of other businesses whose success is in direct proportion to the amount of newspaper advertising they use. But practically all of them would be the enterprises of white people. The sponsors of the business exposition—unwittingly, we believe, but true, irregardless—are guilty of thinking paradoxically. They are seeking to build up Negro business—yet they omit the greatest medium through which such business can be put geross. Some day, we hope, they will learn the truth, for the truth will make them free, and successful, and prosperous. BELMONT PRODUCTS COMPANY 1738 Broadway Phone Gary 9360 Food SPECIALS for the Week-end Take advantage of these low prices by ordering all of your food supplies for the holiday season. We Deliver. 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Special music will be rendered by the choir. The dedicatory services will entend over the entire week. Special programs have been arranged for every evening. Turkey dinner will be served all day Sunday, Dec. 9. A special Thanksgiving service and dinner was arranged for Thursday, Nov. 29, in the basement of the new church. This service and dinner was preparatory to the entrance to the main auditorium. READ THE AMERICAN 2008 Broadway Phone 1190 UNIVERSAL SALES Ford SERVICE MOTOR CO. 5th Ave. & Massachusetts St. Phone 7674 Budweiser BARLEY MALT SIRU BUDWEISER BUSCHLER NIGHT SOLAR THE BEST MALT Try Budweiser Barley Malt Sirup the next time you get ready to do your bottling at home. Don't forget the brand. BELMONT PROD 1738 Broadway use. But practically all of them would be people. business exposition—unwittingly, we be- are guilty of thinking paradoxically. up Negro business—yet they omit the which such business can be put geross will learn the truth, for the truth will successful, and prosperous. It's Bound to Be Good! GENUINE WHITE OAK KEGS We Also Carry— CROCKS : BOTTLES CORDIALS : EXTRACTS ODUCTS COMPANY "Y" Chest Contest Awards Saturday Saturday night, December 8 was decided on by the committee in charge of the cedar chest contest for the Hunton Y. M. C. A. because of a misunderstanding as to the date by some of the contestants. All contestants are urged to come prepared at 8 o'clock to make their reports. The chest award will be made on the above date and day. (By Associated Negro Press) TALLULAH, La—Sam Stewart, a white man, charged with the murder of a Negro girl, with an ax, last month, appeared with his attorney, A. L. Sevier, and entered a plea of insanity. It was ordered by the court that the superintendents of the insane hospitals of Jackson and Pineville, with Dr. H. C. Sevier, coroner of Madison parish, shall form a commission of lunacy to inquire into the sanity of the defendant. A. Owner and Chef of the Olympic Lunch and Confec tionery at 2500 Broadway says hele to all his home town friends. We serve home-cooking and the best chill in town. Est here and you will smile with me. Lunch Room and Confectionery 2500 BROADWAY If you use Budweiser Barley Malt Sirup, made by Anheuser-Busch. It never fails to bring out the desired effect. VENUS HOSIER and Linger High Quality Smart Styles Big Assortm Low Satisfaction Guan The Venus S 1732 Broadway One of t And A DV Peo to do so. VENUS HOSIERY and Lingerie High Quality Smart Styles Big Assortments Low Prices Satisfaction Guaranteed The Venus Shoppe 1732 Broadway Gary, Ind. One Paper Coverage of the South Side And the Calumet Region ADVERTISERS who desire to reach the Colored People of Gary do not have to use but one paper to do so. The American in 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 to ing their THE More and more, Merchants who have something to sell to the Colored People of Gary are concentrating their advertising in The American. THE GARY AMERICAN Indiana's Greatest Colored Newspaper LITTLE ROCK, Ark.—Similar to the decision handed down by the Supreme Court of the United States a year ago in the famous Texas white primary case is the ruling handed down here Monday permitting Negro voters to enjoy the right of ballot in democratic primaries in Arkansas. it is the first time in local history that a court has made such a finding. The ruling was on a petition filed by J. M. Robinson and nine other Negroes asking the court to restrain election officials from denying them the right to participate in the primary. It is thought by authorities that the rulings in the Texas and the Arkansas cases will establish a precedent for a similar finding in the Florida case now pending. FINDS "BLUE HEAVEN" WET (By Associated Negro Press) NEW ORLEANS. - The "Blue Heaven" was angelic in its peacefulness at a late hour Friday. Not a fiddle scraped. Ed. practically alooho in his "Blue Heaven," and then the prohibition agents came in, arrested Lewis and took home brew and whiskey from the place. "The Blue Heaven" proved to be a saloon and cabaret, but was not doing rushing business. That paper is The Gary American, with an audited circulation of 8,000 copies weekly-a circulation which guarantees complete coverage of the Colored Market. HOOVER SENDS A LETTER TO MRS. BETHUNE Florida Leader Draws Praise for Work In Recent Campaign (By Associated Negro Press) DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - The President of Bethune-Cookman college, Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune, is the recipient of a signal and outstanding honor in the form of a letter of appreciation for her work in the recent Republican Presidential Campaign, personally signed by the Honorable Herbert Hoover, president-elect of the United States. Mrs. Bethune's influence and work toward the election of Mr. Hoover to the presidency have been consistent and far-reaching. With her characteristic sincerity and thoroughness, she has been able to ddo much toward keeping the minds of the people of Florida stunn for the Republican party. The letter which Mrs. Bethune received from Mr. Hoover is in direct Stylish Clothes For Young Misses C Mothers bring their children to Friedlander's, because it is here that youthful clothes can be bought by parents at moderate prices. Coats, dresses, school frocks for the little miss are in a great variety here. INFANT'S WEAR Dainty little things for the little one—the baby—can be bought at Friedlander's for less the price than any other place. SPECIAL ON PHOENIX HOSIERY Full-fashioned, super fine hose. All Silk in the newest shades. special per pair at..... 69c Opened By The Old Reliable Firm! dlander's 8 Broadway reply to her telegram of congratulations, sent to him on the morning of November 7th, and dears as follows: HERBERT HOOVER Stamford University California November 8th, 1928 Mrs. Mary McLeod Bethune, Bethune-Cookman, Daytona, Florida. Dear Mrs. Bethune: I am grateful for your message. I wish to express my appreciation for the service which you and your colleagues have given to the great cause of the Republican party, and the friendship you have shown to me. With kind regards, I am (Signed) HERBERT HOOVER This letter is being framed and will hang in Mrs. Bethune's office as a sympon of the good-will of America's leader toward Negro people. A C Visit This Store Opened Friedla 818 B FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 30. 1928 Install New Officers Sunday Installation of the new officers at the Gary Noon Day Business club will take place Sunday afternoon at six o'clock at Trinity M. E. church during Vespers hour. The First Baptist church chor will furnish special music for the occasion. The program is as follows: Music—The Choir Invite, Monica A. J. Howard Scripture Reading—Rev. L. Byrd Address by representative of Business at the Woman's club Music—Choir Address—Rev. Carl Hawkins Music—Choir Installation of officers Remarks by Dr. Grubbs, outgoing president Remarks by Prof. Theodore Tatum, new president Remarks by Dr. Frank Delaney, executive ```markdown ```