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TATTLER SOCIETY · THEATRICALS · SPORTS A NATIONAL PICTORIAL WEEKLY 10th issue Clever Star with Fletcher Henderson at Lafayette, Next Week A. MAUDE RUSSELL popularly known as the "Slim Princess" of musical comedy, will appear in Leopard Harper's big recue at the Lafayette Theatre next week, with the incomparable Fletcher Henderson. Miss Russell was recently starred in the high priced Broadway musical comedy melange, Rang-Tang. ```markdown ``` nox Avenue, Corner 140th Street est 132nd Street, Near 7th Avenue IOUS CHINESE-AMERICAN CAFE Old Tea Garden S. W. CORNER 140TH STREET TABBS' Lenox Avenue, Corner 140th Street West 132nd Street, Near 7th Avenue TABBS' Lenox Ave West 132n THE MOST FASTIDIOUS CH The World T 577 LENOX AVE., S. W. C Dining MUSIC BY E. H. JACKE Lenox Avenue, Cor West 132nd Street, FASTIDIOUS CHINESE-AM World Tea AVE., S. W. CORNER 140 577 LENOX AVE., S. W. CORNER 140TH STREET ining Dancing MUSIC BY E. H. JACKSON'S SYNCOPATORS . JACKSON'S SYNCOPATORS MUSIC BY E. H. 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Telephone: Audubon 8430 Social Snapshots CIRALDYN DARLAND A COMPLETE and shorthand list since last Wednesday dance or meeting has dawn to have had ample opportunity Christmas gifts, and read a has had the good grace not the human has been about the short, Madam has acquired and peacefulness of a stultive have her devoted of bridge within a week, the sad must be upon us and the great chance, to Walker, to Venetian in full swing with never-now quiet is upon us, for we know Parade will start. Three reasons why Harlem is in a and MERCEDES RECTOR has little HATTIE WALKER is be A complete and absolute calm has settled upon Harlan since last Wednesday. Not a single card party, dance or meeting has daunted to show its face. For once we have had ample opportunity to sleep, acknowledge our Christmas gifts, and read a line or two. Even the 'phone has had the good grace not to ring every minute and not a human has been about the business of making calls. In short, Madam has acquired for one week, the tranquility and panoramicness of a southern village and right thankfully have her devotion of bridge and jazz accepted theull. For within a week, the mad rush of the pre-Lenten balls will be upon us and the great chase from Manhattan, to Renaissance, to Walker, to Venetian, to Imperial, to Laurel will be in full swing with never-no-stop. It is to rest while the quiet is upon us, for we know not what hour or day the Big Parade will start. ... Three reasons why Harlem is in deep mourning, MARIE WILSON and MERCEDES RECTOR have returned to Washington and little HATTIE WALKER is back in Richmond. Three reasons why Harlem is in deep mourning, MARIE WILSON and MERCEDES RECTOR have returned to Washington and little HATTIE WALKER is back in Richmond. In reading my Christmas cards feet, midnight blue, not black, is for the last time, I discovered that the ultra correct shade for tux or Ruth Brown and Howard McNeill tailcoat. announced their marriage this Valentine. It all happened on the 23rd of June, 1927, in the City of New York. My sincere, H tardy, heart wishes. Remember those hep by love at Plessantville? The Fifth Annual Mid-Winter Frolic of the Prince Hall Square Club is scheduled for Tuesday, January 17 at Manhattan Casino. Both Veronon Andrades and Jonnie Bryant Quarer suspidence. I was passing Dr. Godfrey Nurse's house Wednesday and stopped a minute to admire the Minerva as she parked her elbow self before his door. When I got to seventh and started to cross to my side of the Avenue, a car almost knocked me down. It was the Minerva. Moral; Don't move at high priced cars. They don't like it. The midnight express that left Monday for Washington was loaded down with school teachers bent on making nine clock time Tuesday morning. Bobhette tells me that all the days were headed for Boston and "our group" for Philly and Washington. The New York Urban League is announcing its Annual Public Meeting for Sunday afternoon, January 15th, 1:30 o'clock at St. Mark's M. B. Church. Among the speakers will be former Ambassador James W. Gerard. Somebody giggled when George Woods appeared at the Club 12 party in a swallow tailed coat. Now he has the laugh on us. What the Well Dressed Man Will Wear lays down the ultimatum that the swallow tail has returned to its popularity and that a dinner or dance even so much as tinged with formality, demands the coat of society. Port, Bill Smith and George Woods come into their own. And when we leave this touchy sub- --- --- --- --- te calm has settled upon Hardy day. Not a single card party to show its face. For once we try to sleep, acknowledge our line or two. Even the 'phone to ring every minute and not a business of making calls. In for one week, the tranquility of town village and right thankfully and jazz accepted the lull. For both of the pre-Lenten balls will come from Manhattan, to Renaissance, to Imperial, to Laurel will be stop. It is to rest while the day not what hour or day the Big keep mourning, MARIE WILSON, have returned to Washington and back in Richmond. jeet, midnight blue, not black, is the ultra correct shade for tux or tailcoat. The Fifth Annual Mid-Winter Frolic of the Prince Hall Square Club is scheduled for Tuesday, January 17 at Manhattan Casino. Both Vernon Andrades and Jonnie Bryant will have their orchestras out for your approo-I beg the Nighthawk's pardon-for your entertainment and amusement. B. Y. O. L. Since there is a shortage of news, I will tell you about my Christmas presents. As usual, I got the same number of unmentionables (combinations, nighties, garters, stockings and brassieres) along with a gold aligreed fountain pen, handkerchiefs, toilet sets, the smartest writing paper, boutoniere, an adorable red desk calender, silver, cloissonee smoking set, linen, candy, fruit cakes, china, flowers, money, the oddest pair of shoe trees, a hand made incense burner from the Elise Evans Gift Shop in Chicago, pocket books, a perfume atomizer, a dust bag for evening dresses and five hundred and some odd cards. Now, say I'm not a good girl. I am so used to speaking in terms of Minnie and Pauline McDowell, that now when I want to differentiate, I can't. What I am getting at is that one of the sisters is now Mrs. Guy and the other has returned to her home in Chicago and to school. Which is which? Don't ask me. The Frats got an even break on the holiday basketball games. The Collegiates, who are Alpha men, won the New Year's Day game, the Omegas the Saturday game, and the Kappas the first game of the Christmas week on Tuesday. Is dis a system? --- --- --- --- THE MASTER HAROLD JACKMAN. We hear he is the most insured man in Harlem, carrying love and pulchritude as well as life insurance. The girls say he is the only man in town who needs the former; the men say he is one of the many who need the latter. Maybe the boys have evil thoughts in mind. Amanda Kemp entertained informally Monday night in her studio apartment in the Wiley Wilson Building. The Ford Dabenys, F. E. Miller, George Hiltons, Cecil McPhersons, Andrew Paynes, Lottie Tyler, Wilhemina Adams, Lena Pyers, Clara Woods, Chick Brooks, Buck Owen, Mr. Jenkins and Jack Givens were on hand to enjoy chicken salad, cold cuts, imported sardines, cheeses, relishes and plenty King Soup. --- Walter Gaffrey has set a terrific example for dinner hosts for all times to come. New Year's Eve he gave a dinner party for Mr. and Mrs. James F. Williams of Philadelphia that listens like a page from Roman feasts of old. To begin with, his entire apartment on 61st Street was decorated with cut red roses, his menu and place cards were engraved, each lady was presented with a corsage bouquet of fresh violets and a gold and enameled vanity case and her escort received, a sterling silver half-pint flask. On the table was a complete silver service for fresh strawberries, lobster cup, relishes, consomme, asparagus tips, breast of pigeon with mushroom sauce, peas and carrots in timbles, endive salad with Roquefort dressing, strawberry. glace with whipped cream, demi-tasse, candies and nuts. There were licquers whose names are beyond me, and Creme de Cocoa, Absinthe, Benedictine, Claret, Sauterne and twelve quarts of Paul Roberespernay. I swoon! ```markdown ``` The fortunate ones who were invited to honor the Williamses were Theresa and Layle Lane, Wilhemina Adams, Lottie Tyler, Nina Tinnie, George Cobb, and Mayfield Huntley and Edgar Bascom of Philly. The entire party ended up at the Dark Tower. Les Seize, which are lead by the Eva Williams of Corona, are planning a tea for Sunday afternoon, February 12th, at the Venetian Tea Room. Final arrangements will be made Tuesday when the sixteen will be entertained by Mary Lane Ross and Katherine Johnson at the Ross apartment in West 133rd Street. * * * Dr. and Mrs. Marshall Ross had as their guest to the Wednesday evening performance of Show Boat, Mrs. Mae Chinn of Boston, cousin to the popular Dr. Marshall. 串串串 Everett Winston, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Keid, was christened at St. Philip's Church on Sunday, January 1st. Mr. Herbert Dudley and Miss Layce Anderson were his sponsors. * * * The country home of Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Bagley was the scene of many social activities during the holidays. Among the guests who enjoyed its hospitality were Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Black of Montreal, Miss Vivian Shurland of New Rochell, Misses Lolita and America Samora and Clementine Bachiller of Havana, Cuba; Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Hollingsworth, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Foster, Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Burroughs, Mr. and Mrs James E. Bruce, Mrs. Moses Grant of Brooklyn, Mr. and Mrs. Eldridge Sims, Mr. and Mrs. Praer Aldrige, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall E. Davis of Jersey City Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Rock, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Nichols, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Kirkland, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Audolph Curtis, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Carnegie, Mr. Aggie Gretta, Mrs. Harriett Washington, of Sheepshead Bay, Mr. and Mrs. George Glover, Mrs. Ellen Mann, Mr. and Mrs. James Carter, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Richardson, THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Mrs. Pavilla Derby, Mr. Charles Caldwell of New York City, and Mr. and Mrs. King Harris of Englewood, N. J. --- On Sunday afternoon, January 1, Thelma Drew of Orange, N. J., entertained at tea in honor of her sister, Miss Lottie Drew who is a student in Howard University. The guests included Esther Stibler of Hackensack who is also a Howardite, Virginia Archer, Clarice Simmons, Laura Carter, Clarence Pennington, Moses Mayin, John Sydnor, Edward Lee, Fritz Jones, Daniel Hopkins and Walter Longshore, a scphmore at Lincoln. 1 LUCILLE PELHAM—Believe it or not, she used to live in Jersey. South Orange was the fortunate town. Now it's New York, where she resides while attending Pratt Institute. --- Mr. Josiah S. Evans, Jr., entertained Lucille Newell, Myrtle Younge, Isa Hill, Susie Conwell, Bessye West, Sadie Brooks, Zurenie Beaudhie, Gertie Brown, Bruce Smith, Charles Smeydo, Crump Jones, Josie Bofer, Eddie West, Eugene Gilmore, Jesse Reese at his apartment in West 129th Street Friday evening. The Crump Jones and "Nappy" held down the piano and in the kitchenette there was plenty cocoa, salad, sandwiches, cakes and orange flowers. * * * Dr. Saunders of Boston, S. Tanner, Nettie Black, Adah Howell, Mary Lane Ross, Etta Hansberry, Kate Corbin, Ann Viney, Minta Cato, Florence Garnette, Lloyd Thomas, Adolph Howell, Florence Embry, Palmer Jones, Frank and Sylvia Thomas, Hall Johnson, Gus Simons, Theodore Clark, George McClain, Blanche Miller, Bernia Austin, Marie Wilson, McCleary Stinnette, Bertha Cotton, Howard and Bessye Bearden, A'Lelia Walker, F. E. and Bessie Miller—all appeared at Stella Johnstone's Tuesday afternoon to weep over the leaving of Rhetta Braswell for Atlantic City. Mme. Cato sang as only she can, and even Palmer Jones was moved to action. But the cruel Lady Rhetta left just the same for Atlantic City and the Boardwalk. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Arthur Johnston had as her guests of the New Year Miss T. Henneman and Mr. Lewis Thrash of New Haven, Conn. * * * Helen Gorgas, the charming little girl from Philly, was in New York during the Fraternal Conclave as the guest of the popular Paul Roanes. This reminds me Friday, January 13, 1928 100 Somebody's Stenog - Too bad she isn't everybody's. Then it would be far easier for tired business men up Seventh Avenue way to combine business with pleasure. On s'appelle - MISS FLORENCE COOK. that Philly was ably represented also by Dr. Tolbert who was the guest of Dr. M. H. Brooks. Dr. Tolbert is the head of the Department of Anatomy at Maharry Medical School and is now doing research work at the University of Penn. * * * The N.A.A.C.P. Annual Meeting at Mother Zion Church last Sunday afternoon which was completely handled by the Women's Auxiliary under the leadership of Mrs. Inez Richardson Wilson, was another feather for the cap of the Auxiliary. The speaker for the occasion was Representative George H. Tinkham of Boston who delivered a most instructive address on the constitutional rights of the Negro and his need to organize to increase his political power. Dr. DuBois, who preceded Mr. Tinkham, gave the historical background of our present disfranchisement and Robert Bagnall did his customary money-raising stunt. * * * Dr. C. B. Powell gave the first and only $100, B. T. Holley $50, Channing Tobias and W. H. Davis $25, Martha McCoy, Lillian Gish, William Smelley, George Wiley, J. M. Harris, Julia Liggen, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Harris, Louis Davidson $10, Blanche Booker, Rose McClendon, Roy L. Foster, Fitzherbert Howel, Edward Manderville, V. S. Smiley, George W. Alen, John Best, Lelia Walters, G. H. Johnson, P. A. Johnson and M. E. Qnox, $5. * * * Mary White Ovington presided and in a charming manner told of the beginning of the association at Niagara eighteen years ago. She and Mrs. Lelia Walters were the only two persons present who had attended that first meeting. * * * The following members assisted Mrs. Wilson: Elizabeth Allen, Estelle Anderson, Regina Andrews, Wilhemina Adams, Sarah Butler, Nona Bizzell, Marion Beasley, Candace Day, Carolyn Downs, Belle Grant, Cora Holloway, Anice Holland, Grace Nail Johnson, Maud Jarrot, Florence Langley, Evelyn Ledbetter, Octavia Lee, Bertha Lee, Lucile Miller, Brenda Moryck, Ivy Nunez, Carrie Overton, Helen Press, Minnie Pickens, Lucille Green Randolph, Estelle Rainer, Florence Richardson, Alice Reed, Rose Riley, Gertrude Robinson, Millicent Sherman, Harry Wilson, Julia Wormley. Mme. Lula Robinson-Jones was the soloist of the afternoon and sang with Mother Zion's Junior Choir. ```markdown ``` The popular DOROTHY TAYLOR who came from Richmond to delve into the science of nursing has been in need of a nurse herself, but happily, she is on the high road to recovery. At the dress rehearsal of Marco Millions at the Guild Theatre Sunday night, I saw the fascinating Mr. Clarence Tisdale, Jack "Crown" Carter and Mrs. Jack, the distinguished Rose McClendon and her doctor husband, Edward Perry and Thelma Berlack, the handsome Paul Meeres' beautiful wife, and Richard Bruce minus his collar and hat. * * * It is with deepest regret that we record the passing of Eloise Bibb Thompson, the talented and lovely wife of Noah D. Thompson. After a courageous fight, she succumbed Sunday evening. With her taking off, we lose a sweet lady and a gifted writer. It is to mourn. * * * Uncle Tom McCleary Stinnette had a few folks in Friday evening to visit with the fascinating Mme. Cato. Here was the best eggnog and some honest-to-goodness fruit cake that his grandmamma made. Naturally, I arrived late and consequently was not introduced to anyone. But Mrs. Stinnette, A'Lelia Walker, the F. E. Millers, Stella Johnston, Gus Simmons and Rhea Findlay were there and in the background the cute Stinnette girls. The popular DOROTHY TAYLOR delve into the science of nursing his self, but happily, she is on the hi- The New York Social Workers, who are holding their conference in connection with the Annual New York Urban League Meeting are considering this week the operation of Courts in New York City. "The Child and the Courts" will be the basis of discussion at the opening luncheon meeting, Thursday at the Venetian Tea Room. * * * Mrs. F. E. Jones entertained at her home last Tuesday in honor of Alberta Fisch of Cincinnati, who has been the house guest of her sister Mae Fisch. Those who enjoyed the evening with Miss Alberta were Mae Fisch, Elgiva Harry, Isabelle Goven, Fred C. Swan, James A. Parkinson, A. D. Donnell, J. Sylvester Barrow, David Helms, Noble Ross, Maynard Rockwood. Bertram Jones. --- A. Philip Randolph and Roy Lan- caster left Saturday to attend the Third Negro Labor Conference at Washington. Mr. Randolph will be the outstanding speaker on the program with Neval Thomas, Charles Wesley, Frank Morrison, Mary Church Terrell, F. Morris Murray, H P. Medford, S. F. McLaurin, Algernon B. Jackson and Charles Thomas. Rose Knox Ellis fed the Chicago Club Sunday night—chicken salad hot rolls, cheese and crackers, pickles, olives, nuts, candies, home-made cake and sherbert and the necessary liquids. All that they couldn't eat, they carried away. And that's that. The guest of honor was her house guest, Beatrice Lee Cooper, wife of the popular Opal Cooper of Paris, who will spend several months in the States between New York and Chicago. The Ellis apartment is full of the smartest toss about dolls that Mrs. Cooper brought from Paree for her hostess. * * * * * * Delia Lane Ross is in the Ibben Ken Hospital in West 120th Street. The doctors have nicknamed her Grandma just because she is eleven years old, and has dropsy and heart trouble. Poor Redskin Harlem Delia! Dr. Ross visited her in her private kennel Sunday night and OR who came from Richmond to has been in need of a nurse her-high road to recovery. she perked up a bit to welcome him, but her dog days are numbered. * * * Harlem is in for a treat over the week end. Lenore Scott and Alyss Mae Hershaw are coming up from Atlantic City to carry 'em around. Ain't we got fun. They will put up with me. But no telephone calls before ten in the morning. * * * Got a gorgeous new picture of Paul Meeres in an Argentine costume. Since he tells me so many of my readers took advantage of the information concerning his whereabouts, I might let you know that he is playing the Fairmount Theatre, Fairmont, West Virginia. You are welcome. --- Mrs. Cassio Norwood of West 137th Street entertained at dinner g. Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Francis of m. Pelham, Mrs. Charles Johnson and d. Mrs. John Powell. Mrs. Norwood V proves to be a charming hostess, M indeed. And how! Estelle Richardson, famed for her ability on the piano and her graciousness as a hostess, entertained New Year's eve for Louise Ellis of Boston. Mrs. Ellis, who was the house guest of Laisey Brown, returned home last Wednesday after a glorious holiday. * * * The year came in with an At Home with the U. Conrad Vincents. Much has been written about the success of Dr. U. Conrad Vincent, his sanitarium which is being built on the Avenue between 137th and 138th Streets, his Lincoln and Buick, his enormous practice, the apartments he owns, the magnificence of his home in West 138th Street, his charming wife, the petite Naomi Toulane Vincent and his son, U. Conrad, Jr. They are known to readers of society notes the length and breadth of the land. And to announce that they were At Home means that the elite of Harlem took in one more elaborate function. * * * Their establishment, which was redecorated and furnished throughout last spring, is very elegant in tones of cream, heavily stippled walls, ornate double panels, parquet floors, silken draperies, needle point furniture and oriental rugs. On the ground floor are the dining room filled with massive mahogany a small foyer and kitchen and butler's pantry. In the foyer resided the punch bowl, the makings for which had been superintended by Sol Johnson, Sr. Nothing more needs be said for the excellence of its contents. In the dining room, the guests were served to French sandwiches of all descriptions, Sherry's cakes, coffee, nuts and candies. * * * In the parlor and library on the floor above, the reception and general chatter took place. Assisting Mrs. Vincent were Mesdames Wilfred Smith, Lelia Walters, Solomon Johnson, Hillis Walters and Dr. Anna Johnson. Such a good time was had by all that although we were supposed to go home at least after an hour, according to the rules of Hoyle, we stayed on to dance to the strains of Tom Fletcher's orchestra and to absorb the clever entertainment of Mike Johnson of radio fame. Mrs. Vincent wore a flesh chiffon gown, short and snug with tiers, of iridescent sequins and beads. * * * Bernice B. Cowan of Omaha sent the night Hawk a sprig of white holly from Death Valley. A very rare growth, soft and silvery. * * . * Dr. Rollo Wilson was about Harlem Sunday. My bad luck to miss him. Just why can't we get personally acquainted after all these years of reading of each other and exchanging business letters? How come? * * * Claude Ferebee has been re-elected president of the Wilberforce Club of New York. We expect great things. * * * Mrs. Lelia Walters had as her guests at the League of Nations dinner at the Hotel Astor last Tuesday night, Dr. and Mrs. U. Conrad Vincent, Mr. and Mrs. Fred P. Moore and Dr. and Mrs. George W. Hayes. Radios Victrolas Records HARDMAN-PECK PIANOS Exclusively Orthophonic and Portable Phonographs Easy term payment plan UPTOWN RADIO NEWS Fri., Dec. 13th, at 7 P. M., Duke Elington, Cotton Club Sat. Dec. 14th Sun. Dec. 15th Mon. Dec. 16th Tues. Dec. 17th, at 7 P. M., Adab Ward, Cotton Club Wed. Dec. 18th, Savoy Orchestra Thurs. 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Telephone Audubon 4560 FRANCIS MULLER Interior Decorating CURTAINS; DRAPERIES; SHADES; CABINET-MAKING POLISHING High Grade Upholstering Long European Experience Reasonable Charges Estimates Cheerfully Given Samples on Request 247 WEST 145th STREET New York City --- The Theatre Snappy Show at Lafayette The Royal Flush at the Lafayette this week presents a very fast stepping aggregation. From start to finish the vehicle carries enough pep and laughter to hold the interest of the most critical spectator. One of the real good features of the show is there are timely laughs sprinkled here and there, which always seem to come at the opportune moment and you are never allowed to grow tired of any act because of dying interest. Just when you are about to feel the want of a new act or comedy stunt to change the atmosphere "presto" it is there. THE FASHION WEEKLY JULIA MOODY'S vivacious way in putting over her song numbers at the Lafayette this week won her many new admirers. Garland Howard is enjoyed and you like him, but Roscoe Montella takes well with the audience and forces you to laugh when you don't want to. Montella is a laughing drop of comedy sauce that calls for plenty applause whenever he appears. Skeeter Winston pairs well with him, and the two would make an excellent duo of gold dust twins. You always want to see them together. When one is on the stage you are uneasy until the other puts in his appearance. Martha Copeland's real worth as a blues singer is not fully appreciated because she is eclipsed by the attention which Montella attracts. There isn't an awful lot to the act by Howard and Brown. Many a little "wise cracks" are made in this act which calls for a little imagination and then you get the kick intended. Howard is a good dancer and practically the whole act. It has been a long time since two almost perfect time and rhythmic steppers like Farrel and Campbell has put in an appearance in these quarters. They are well matched both in personal appearance and in knowing how to shuffle their feet in cadence. The little act styled the Bee Game is a little unique in chatter which keeps you on the alert to look the outcome. It doesn't turn out just as you expect and this keeps you enthused looking for something to happen. The Pan American Four surely can sing. They have a selection of songs that are hard to beat for their class and taste. An honest to goodness quartette with a classic appeal. Makes you feel like a little more vocal selections from them would be quite in order. Julia Moody wins the plaudits of her audience. She well deserves this credit for she sings well and has a true stage personality that cannot escape notice. She is a trim little performer if anyone should ask. Grant puts plenty of vim into his actions and makes a place for himself by singing in his own way adding a bit of originality to his songs that makes you forget that he is acting, just strikes you as the real thing. The chorus girls are a healthy looking lot. Full of vigor and pep, never a lazy move, every thing they do carries a bit of self into it. It is a nice blending to watch when Julia Moody comes along to do her bit of singing of the blues, the name of which I didn't quite get. She has a way all her own and is a little different from what you expect. The chorus girls sets the act off and gives it the added attraction and makes the performance a success. Pauline Montella comes in for a bit of attention but you don't see enough of her to get an honest to goodness impression. Just when you begin to like her she disappears never to return long enough to win a lasting place in your heart. She is rather pleasing to look at and watch and for that reason you want her to do a little more. The ending of the show is not quite up to the mark. Everything seems just thrown together in a last minute call. The show is over when you are still looking for something else to happen. The feature picture was very well enjoyed. "The Girl in the Pullman" approaches more real life than the usual screen picture shown in the uptown houses. The suspense is held out to the very last the climax coming at the proper moment. It has no outstanding stars in the cast but all parts are very well played and you are so interested in the scheme of the play you don't care about your choice actors and actresses. You lose sight of these in the plot and general trend of events pictured. The entire show is well worth the money, and you wouldn't refuse seeing the show a second time. It's one of those "has to be seen to be appreciated." By A. H. Jones. YOUR CLUB Should Advertise Its Next Dance Affair in The Interstate Tattler At Hurtig and Seamon's If advance reports are true, Lou Real's vehicle, Night Life In Paris, which comes to Hurtig and Seamon's Music Hall next week, is the best attraction on the Mutual Burlesque Wheel. It is discribed as an unusually well conceived burlesque vehicle, combining all the good features of musical comedy with burlesque daring and beautiful women. One of the most important features of the vehicle is the singing. There are few burlesque companies that can boast of three such capable songbirds as the Misses La Villa Maye, Jule Paulson and Marie Tomlinson. The chief fun maker of the company is Charles (Tramp) McNally, who is known to every patron of the theatre from Halifax to San Diego. La Villa Maye, a stunning young creature, perfectly formed, a beautiful face and voice, and a Harlem's Own Little Favorite MAE BROWN, of the classy dance is a New York product. She was Harlem. This week she and Lafayette with the William Edmonson THE MUSICIAN MAE BROWN, of the classy dancing team of Howard and Brown, is a New York product. She was born and raised right here in Harlem. This week she and her husband-partner are at the Lafayette with the Royal Flush Revue. William Edmonson in Marco Millions Although many Guild students and friends were unable to secure tickets for the dress rehearsal of Eugene O'Neill's Marco Millions at the Guild Theatre Sunday night, Harlem was well represented. The members of the cast of Porgy were out in full and here and there a representative of our press. For the new play, the Guild has spared no expense. Costumes, rich in texture and magnificent in design by the Helen Pons Studio, Describing the mechanical effects first is contrary to the law of reviewers, but the outstanding achievement must have the place of honor. dancer par excellence, is another of the featured stars in the show. "Longetta," the Grecian dancer, is one of the most startling novelties shown upon the circuit. She dances with such artistry and grace that the most fastidious patron cannot take offense at the exhibition. It is described as the very last word in poetic expression of Grecian animated art. Marie Tomlinson, a delicately chiseled blonde of beautiful face, figure and voice, is making her debut upon the burlesque circuit this year. Jule Paulson, the prima donna, is another blonde with a magnificent voice and an excellent dancer. George Selden, Larry Bryson and Al Baker are the everlasting trio who are always in evidence to help things along at the right time and place. The chorus, like poverty, is ever with us; only they are always welcome and the other thing is not. This season the girls are real beauties. racing team of Howard and Brown, was born and raised right here in her husband-partner are at the Royal Flush Revue. in Marco Millions Next in order of excellence stands the ensemble—a member of which is our own William Edmonson, whose splendid work with the Lafayette Stock Company and Oscar Mischeaux' "Millionaire" will long be remembered. As courtiers, nobles, warriors, dancers, mourners, slaves, ladies in waiting and wives, they gave a remarkable performance. The principals—Alfred Lunt, the English actor as Marco, Mary Blair who worked in "All God's Chillun" as the prostitute, and Margoia Gill more, as Princess Kukachin, were wonderful. By KITTY THE INTER-STATE TATTLER M. S. S. This demure lady with the Victorian Coiffure is—well, she is, or shall we say was, the reason why a former reviewer for The Tattler once smuggled himself into the Lafayette six nights running. The lady says she's good. Her name? EDITH WILSON and none other. At the Alhambra --- The Leap Year Rcvue now at the New Alhambra Theatre is playing to a packed house. The brilliant stars and the finely trained chorus cheerfully respond to encore after encore. They seemingly enjoy as much fun in their work as the audience enjoys in looking on. In fact, these impulsively charming many of them of Broadway fame, are rcally doing their "bit" by making the audience wish to be on the stage dancing, joking and singing with them. Have you ever felt that way. Well, we'll say that it is a just too bad feeling. At the Alhambra, one is made to believe, judging from the display of talent, that perhaps our group is destined to entertain the whole world with our singing, acting, dancing, jokes and music. The Alhambra will be fortunate if they can continue their good work for the bid from Broadway theatres and cabarets for the Alhambra's stars, chorus and orchestra are high. Lucky for the management that these talented folk are under contract. Original styles of eccentric dancing such as our genius Earl Tucker, Levinia Mack, Mae Barnes and Malinda Dandy; wise cracks from the Hotel Waiter, Bootlegger, Dog Fighter parts played by Kid Dumpsky and Billy Gufport; personalities such as George Cooper, Kitty Brown, Lovella Wilson and Dolly Ross. Theresa Brooks makes us forget that we ever experienced any blue days in this old world. "Why Women Remarry"—a moving picture in which Milton Sills stars, is delightfully screened. This picture tells a vivid story of modern life. Many folk are unmatched, having nothing whatever in common. There are married couples who divorce each other and remarry and enjoy happiness ever after. There are thousands of folks who should see this enjoyable picture which has a genuine moral value. For your pleasure future happiness and delight, you should include in your recreation program a visit to the Alhambra Theatre some afternoon or evening this week. Promise me. Edward D'Andre. Friday, January 13, 1928 Smalls' Big Revue Smalls' Paradise Club has one of the best floor shows anywhere in the big city. For variety it will be hard to excel. The personnel is made up of some of the best known musical comedy entertainers in America. If you doubt our word, just drop in the famous Harlem night club and be convinced. If you are not, well, the drinks are on us so order. But you'll find that we are right. Smalls' Paradise at the south west corner of 135th Street and Seventh Avenue is fast making Harlem's Seventh Avenue, Broadway and the Roaring Forties' most dangerous rival. In fact, the more fastidious Ofay hawks prefer Harlem to Broadway. But getting back to that classy revue of the Paradise. In all seriousness it's a real high class vehicle. The cast is one of the best ever assembled and the routine is not only splendidly arranged but has many novel features. The singing and dancing is of a very high order, while the comedy and novelty specialties are cleverly amusing. In addition to this, the entire aggregation sport the nifftiest of beautiful costumes, even unto the black face entertainers. Sherman and White, as clever a straight black face pair of funmakers, are an artistic treat in their flashy full dress suits and rhinestone canes. Ye gods, the boys seem to be after Johnny Hudins' title of being the best dressed comedian on or off the stage. Then there's Dewey (Limehouse) Brown, who is as neat and grotesque a dar-rick gent of color as you'll find anywhere under cork. Atta Blake, dancer and Elmer (Jazzbo) Hilliard, the little man with the big voice, are the other two male entertainers. Alto Oates, "Blondina" Stern, Bea Foote and Eusie Worten are the star entertainers of the gentler sex, and four cleverer girls will be hard to find. Each and every one can sing, dance and facinate. Little Miss Alto sports the latest creations and is a most pleasing worker. It's a treat to see her crossing and tossing her nimble feet in syncopated gyrations. Almost her direct counterpart, is the gigantic Miss Stern, better known as "Blondina" because she's anything but a blonde. Miss Stern rivals Eve, old lady Eve, the illustrious Mother of the Human Race, if you can remember that far back. But just the same, what few clothes (costumes they are if you please), that adorn her Elf-like form are pleasingly attractive. And oh how she can chirp. Bea Foote, the Slim Princess of the District of Columbia, is another shapely bronze lass of song and dance. Oh how she can glide and slide in and out, 'round and 'bout that glazed floor of the Paradise. Bea has a most nimble pair of beautiful slender legs and knows how to use them. Then there is Susie Wroten, who is just about half the size in height to Bea's six feet. Susie too is another classy child of song and dance and her work is very pleasing. As for that Paradise dancing aggregation, well. when William (Bojangles) Robinson says anybody or a group can dance, take it from me, they can. Bo is the king of dancers and it was he who taught these clever children how to dance up and down a flight of stairs Now it's said that that's the way they climb the stairs going home of nights. So don't be surprised some night on coming home late if you see Mable Nichols climbing the stairs, one, two, three back, one two-threeback up and etc. She's not crazy but just keeping in practice from force of habit. And the same will be true of Marie Warren, Julia Noisettee, Linda Garett, "Goldie" Sisco and Selma Sayles. Charles Johnson and his "Paradise Ten are widely famous here in the East. When this musical unit is mentioned, the public knows what to expect. Charlie and his musical "Aces" (this is one At The Bamboo Charley Davis, has a snappy revue of fourteen hard working musical entertainers at the New Bamboo Inn, who are making things lively at the Chinese-American Supper Club. There are six principals and eight charming little dancing maids. Petetie Hilda Rogers is the star with the winsome Edna Taylor and the adorable "Honey" Brown featured in the supporting cast with the Taylor Trio, three dancing boys. Little Miss Rogers, who is somethings of a pocket edition of the incomparable Ethel Waters, is a sincere hard working artist who gives the utmost of her ability at all times. Her singing and mannerisms are very good and she has certainly endeared herself to the visitors of the uptown Chinese Cusine Emporium by her loveable disposition. Edna Taylor's work is always a treat. She has a way about her that is irresistable. Miss Taylor, strange as it may seem, reminds me somewhat of Gertrude Saunders. There is a zest and snap about her work that is appealing. "Honey" Brown, long a big favorite in the big city, the more one sees of her the more one wants to see. This clever little toe artist is beyond question, one of our best. It's a treat to see her dancing up on her toes and one marvels how she does it. The Taylor Trio, three dancing boys, also come in for a large measure of public approval. Their work is good on the whole. The eight little maids of the chorus from the back ground of Charley Davis "Bamboo Inn Revue". They are: Mamie Savoy, Allegretti Andrews, Marion Tyler, Lottie Banks, Dotty Wilson, Virginia Wheeler, "Baby" Fisher and Violet Speedy. Henry Saparo's wonderful orchestra round out the list of popular entertainers. Mr. Saparo has been one of the Bamboo Inn's big features. Flo Mills Memorial Report Until now it has been impossible to make a report on the Florence Mills' Memorial Fund Benefits given in New York City December 3, 1927 on account of outstanding monies. Receipts for benefit, Al- hambra Theatre, Dec. 3.$2,221.50 Receipts for programs, Al- ette Theatre, Dec. 3.... 2,420.50 Receipts for program, Lafayette ..... 203.50 Cash from Mrs. Downe on Total receipts $5,417.00 Total expenses covering the 3 theatre's publicity. 1,352.50 Total balance $4,064.55 Again we thank the managers of the Alhambra and Lafayette Theatres for their kindness in giving their theatres free of cost, also orchestras, stage-hands, electricians, and in fact every one who donated their services. Real friends of this movement wish for success. We hope all our friends are real. deck with more than four aces or eight as in pinochle) have won instant favor wherever they have played. Last but not least and one of the big original features, are the entertaining waiters. These young men are a novelty in themselves and one that everybody highly appreciates. To see these lads twirling their trays as they skip and dance back and forth in and out among the guests is a thril that will be found no where else but at the Paradise. CALL AT Tattler's Office and Get Particulars on "Buy The Tattler Campaign". Swift moving show, — humor — pretty — girls, — a dramatic bit and a stomp down band. That's what there is to be found at the Lincoln this week. Some of the outstanding personalities are "Jackie" Marry who runs off with the show when she sings about how that man "put that thing" on her; (She's a grotesque Ethel Waters); Ellis and Perry, the two tapping youngsters; (Bojangles, you'd better watch your taps); and lord that man with "It" at the piano made me break down and confess when he moaned "Some Day Sweetheart". I'll never amount to anything. Jimmy Basket supplied the drama with his song, "The Big Parade", which was cleverly supplemented by a chorus wearing helmets and carrying bayonets. Don't think much of the rather tearful voiced canary of the show. She tries to get in too many trills or trembles or something to the Note. And since we're on the Lincoln, there's a new manager over there. He's the last word, courtly, silvervoiced and handsome. Think I owe it to myself to go to the play house on 135th Street every week. By Kitty "Meek-Mose" In Rehearsal Meek-Mose, so the story goes, is one of those good Negroes who believed in the justice of his white bcss and friend. He was the leader of the better element of the little Texas oil town; so, when the colored people were advised to move from their desirable section of the city to the bottom lands across the railroad track, many waited upon Mose for a decision and Mose in turn waited upon the bcss man. At last, word came that they had better move and Mose led his people into the swamps. Great was the dissatisfaction until it was discovered while digging for water that oil in abundance was on the acres that Mose had purchased. NOW PLAYING (UP TO SUNDAY) ROYAL FL GARLAND HOWARD PAN AMERICAN FOUR AND A COM Feature Photoplay "THE AMER ONE WEEK, BEGINNING FLETCHER AND HIS ROSEL in LEONAR CHOCOLATE MU Feature Photoplay "THE GIRL HURTIG & SEAMO 125th STREET, North-east ONE WEEK, BEGINNING LA VILL Nite Life Royal Flush Revival with-- AND HOWARD AMERICAN FOUR AND A COMPANY OF 40 "THE AMERICAN BEAUTY" WEEK, BEGINNING MONDAY, JANUARY 16 ETCHER HENDERS AND HIS ROSELAND ORCHESTRA in LEONARD HARPER'S CHOCOLATE MUSIC BOX REVIEW "THE GIRL IN THE PULLM MIG & SEAMON'S 25th STREET, North-east Corner of 8th AVENUE WEEK, BEGINNING MONDAY, JANUARY 16 LA VILLE MAYE in te Life in Pa ROYAL FLUSH REVUE GARLAND HOWARD MAE BROWN PAN AMERICAN FOUR ROSCOE MONTELLA AND A COMPANY OF 40 Feature Photoplay "THE AMERICAN BEAUTY" 125th STREET, North-east Corner of 8th AVENUE ONE WEEK, BEGINNING MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 1928 Nite Life in Paris YOU CAN SMOKE IF YOU LIKE EVERY SUNDAY — Hea 10—All Star Popular Prices Two Shows D 58-60 WEST 35th ST. 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WOLF DENTAL SPECIAL 68 WEST 117th Lenox Ave Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday—January 19th, 23th, 21st, 22nd Where Satisfaction Is Assured-All Work Guaranteed COME WHERE YOUR TRADE IS APPRECIATED Gas—Novocain Careful Extraction Careful Extraction Specialist Se Habla Harlem a community of Manhattan, the arch borough of greater New York City is the most highly touted and widely known settlement of color in these United States. Over two hundred thousand of my tribe, reside in this rather small area. In keeping with the rest of this great city it serves its pro rata in making up the great melting pot. This great center presents a great picture and a subject far too large for my stunted mentality. But a few facts of the first magnitude, and the conditions that cannot be buried or escape the vision of the ordinary passerby must be permitted. The last hurrah of importance given this community, of National scope was Mr. Van Vechten's "Nigger Heaven"—To this day and date I have not seen fit to change my opinion that Harlem might have had the better suited pseudonyms of "Wop or Kike Heaven". I do not have to explain the reasons, for so thinking. I will only say, walk the streets of Harlem and observe. Certainly the foreigners have their share of the spoils in every community in the Nation. But in Harlem it looks as though they are shooting with "tops" (crooked dice) with no way to miss out, and its still their shot. It is generally conceded outside as well as within the confines of Gotham, that her inmates are all a clever and cunning lot. This is in the main so true of the Jews who hold forth in lower Manhattan and thereabout. and odd enough, my brethren have found no employment for this brand of cunning, only as parties to the second part. 'Tis true there are a few individuals in Harlem, who stand out as conspicuously as a black eye on a Prima Donna. These men are touted as being "well fixed"—and so they are, and there it ends. Harlem the Center Disorganized explains in a better sense, all I could write in a fortnight. Every man has his own racket or is trying to think out one, and like a half starved canine while eating, is subject to snap at you upon the least interruption. It is true that everything happens in New York first, the good, the bad and the indifferent. There are more people in the know in Harlem than anywhere in the U. S. A. That could be traceable to the great number of people and the many many types. But its lack of progress in any line is far below that of any settlement of color in the States. It could in no way stand comparison with my brethren of Chicago, Cleveland, Atlanta, Baltimore, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. With two hundred thousand so well centralized, and there is not what could be termed an honest to goodness politician in the whole of the Black Belt. If there is one I wish he would come out of hiding. Every man elected to office is not a politician—simon pure. My idea of real politicians are Dan Jackson and his brother, Oscar Depriest, Anderson, and Ed Wright of Chicago—Fleming of Cleveland and Tom Smith of Baltimore and numerous others who know how and do not fail to teach nearly all the voters, not only the church people but every body. When these men speak their voices are heard by from 15,000 to 50,000 voters, and when a gentleman of color can carry on in this fashion, he is really soldiering. I am forced to journey any number of blocks, to patronize a brother who has liquid refreshments on sale, and enroute I pass by a dozen of establishments of foreigners plying the same trade. It is not necessary for me to speak of wearing apparel, foodstuffs, dry amusements, confectionery and so forth. These are taken almost entirely by folk of the other side. I must ask you one question, and promise not to ask you another as long as I live. Why, when and for what reasons is The Association of Trade and Commerce? What is its purpose and intent? "And if not why not?" I am actually deformed at the amusement it offers, and am given more to the giggling at it than I am at the N. A. A. C. P. or the Urban League. To my mind, we take the strangest slant on questions of Civic importance. We have been and are now charged with being the best imitators alive—but for all we gather from the people of the other side—we throw the good and hold that part, which is of least importance. Our affinity for Ethics is simply scandalous—I continue to speak of the boys and girls of the intelligentsia. — The Medical faction comes under this head. For no reason, but for what is ethical and what is within the bounds of dignity in his profession—You could be properly laughed at as well as ridiculed, for suggesting to a young or older Dentist the good derived, in dollars and cents, from advertisement. While those men of the other side in the profession, have their walls, windows and electric signs lettered to tell of the line of resistance. Any number of these people enjoy a beautiful business in this Harlem and have acquired considerable wealth as a result. The same might be said in other branches of Medicine in many instances. If it were possible to carry those Ethics to the bank, and have them discounted for a few blonde notes, I could see the why and reason, but in face of so many apparent needs the Ethics frighten me. No man, in any line of endeavor could stay in New York long, without first learning, the ultimate objective in every day's scrimmage is the dollar. The Ethics account for the boys' failure to grow large. This accounts for men in numerous walks of life failing to become sizable enough to stay one's attention five minutes. We have suffered the misfortune of the Church, or is it the preacher? Well, I will use the word preacher, although. he cannot operate very well without a church. I have the highest regard for the Church and what it teaches, but I complain that at our economic stage, I cannot see why we have to buy a three or four hundred thousand dollar building to hear, "If a brother smote you on the left cheek and you fail to turn and give him the other, hell fire and (Continued on page 15) SAVOY-TOPICS Say friends, what do you think of our new orchestra, Lou Henry and his Syncopators? Sure they're hot and what's more, they'll get hotter and hotter every week. Better bring your asbestoes dancing boots or your feet are apt to catch on fire. * * * And Lloyd Scott's "Too Bad" band every Sunday, oh boy. If you have not heard them, don't miss next Sunday. They hop on 'Hop-Off" and you'll hop up and hop around while they jazz. No way to make your feet behave, you'll have to let them have their way. ```markdown ``` Rufus Greenlee of the popular international vaudeville team of Greenlee and Drayton, was a visitor with his wife, at the Savoy last Sunday. The young folks highly enjoyed the occasion and left with hearty praise for the way the Savoy is managed. They were just two of the many visitors. * * * Mrs. Anna Braxton also was present as was Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Wapples. They certainly enjoyed the evening. * * * Several young ladies have been added to our charming staff of hostesses. Among them is petite Miss Ester Madrigal, just a winsome little child with a tantalizing smile. She's just too bad. * * * There's one little hostess who is never wrong. Miss Florence Wright of course. And if you should have the good luck to meet little Flo, you'll agree with us, she could never be anything else but right. Hope some fool man won't come along and persuade her to let him change her name. That would be oh so wrong. * * * Tuesday Nite we have designated as "Tango Nite" and we'll again introduce this popular old dance fad in a new way. Come and see how we do the famous Argentine dance. 章 章 章 That "Billie" Carroll certainly is not fed at home. The other nite a Sheik asked her to dine. Did "Billie" refuse? Ye gods, not the child. She's not that type. "Billie informed the sheik she wasn't very hungry but when he got the check, he naively remarked: "Well, I'm sure glad you were not hungry." "Billie" only ordered eight Savoy Double Deckers, a double portion of chicken salad and ice cream. ★ ★ ★ We received a wireless from Ruth Mitchell, who left several weeks ago with Page Cain and Bea Davis to entertain in Paris, France. The girls arrived safe and sound about ten days ago. Page, reports our little Ruth is a big sensation. It's nothing for her to garner several hundred tickets a nite in the Montmartre, the Broadway of Paris.. Follow the activities of these three young ladies each week in these columns. *** Every Sunday afternoon is "Opportunity Day" and no wise person will pass up a honest to goodness opportunity. Let us see you next Sunday, hopping on it as Lloyd Scott's orchestra hops on "Hop Off". * * * Well, in addition to our "Tango" nite, we're going to give you Fletcher Henderson for two nites. The dates will be Saturday and Sunday, January 21st and 22nd. How's that for a New Year's Treat? --- Remember our "Hollywood Nite" last year? 'Twas sure some affair. Well, we are going to repeat it Saturday, January 28th. Don't forget the date of this big "Movie Ball". A Nite In Hollywood. It will be bigger and better than our first affair. 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WHY SUFFER? from Indigestion and Dyspepsia Use LOEWENSTEIN'S DYSPEPSIA REMEDY and Eat and Drink As You Like 25c and 50c a Bottle 2299 7th AVENUE Telephones: Office: Residence: Edgecombe 9254 Edgecombe 6251 The Next Time You Move! Let Your Furniture Be Handled By GEORGE BROWN'S Reliable Moving Express LOCAL and TRIPS MADE LONG DISTANCE DOWN TOWN MOVING and DAILY Boxing Planos Shipping—Crating 2452 Seventh Ave., N. Y. Res. 295 WEST 150th ST., N. Y. D. SURLES LOCKSMITH Locks Repaired and Installed—Trunk and Auto Keys Made 996 SEVENTH AVE. New York By LADY NICOTINE The celebrated International House on Riverside Drive is housing from January 6th to 17th, inclusive, the exhibits of Fine Arts by Negroes under the auspices of the Harmon Foundation and the Commission on the Church and Race Relations of the Federal Council of Churches. The exhibition is being held in connection with the second annual Harmon awards offered to American Negroes for outstanding work done in the fields of fine arts, literature, science, education, business, religion, music and race relations. The purpose of the exhibit is three-fold—to stimulate a wider interest in the contribution of Negro artists to American culture, to encourage the artists themselves to aim for the highest standards, and to interest the public in the purchase of the Negro artistic output. The admission committee was composed of F. Ballard Williams, N. A., member of the National Academy of Designs, Orrin W. Simmons, of the Art Department of the New York Times and Karl Illava. There were 87 pieces in all with an average of three from each exhibitor. Aaron Douglas had six illustrations from "God's Trombones" in the gelatin process and a portrait in oil. A. R. Freelon was represented by two portraits—Helen and the Grandmother and two landscapes—June and Fall Flowers. From Clifton T. Hill was a marvelous charcoal or pencil drawing — Building the Subway, and Manabazho. M. Gray Johnson sent Along the Hudson, Deep River, A Study of a Negro and a portrait of Wilson Lamb. William Edouard Scott had a splendid collection of four mural paintings. Laura Wheeler Waring, whose Anna Washington Derry won the First Award in Fine Arts in 1927, included with the Derry portrait, Dorothy, Young Girl, Anita, Portrait of a Child, French Dolls, and The Lovers. Her Dorothy, the brown flapper, has unusual flesh tones. From W. M. Farrow are three dainty etchings—Silvery Night Peace on Earth and Ringling House. O. Richard Reid sent a portrait of Chas. S. Johnson, and Edgar Wiggins, a drawing of Florence Mills. Sargent Johnson is represented by six pieces, two of which are most interesting busts of children in green porcelain. From J. W. Hardwick are Two Boys Fishing, the Second Award of 1927, and four other paintings. A portrait of Miss Mabel Smith was submitted by D. Norman Tillman, a Still Life by Suzanne Wilson and Winfred Jonathan Russel, carved book ends by Evelyn Tompkins, Crocheted bed spreads by C. G. McKenzie and Geraldine Charles, a vanity box and photograph frame by Samuel E. MacAlpine, studies for a Venetian palace, a war memorial and a Gateway to Howard University by Hillyard Robert Robinson, proposed plans for a church and apartment by Louis A. S. Bellinger and painting on glass by John Phillip. Friday, January 13. 1928 * * * *** * * * Pont Neuf, the second 1926 award and Quai de Montebello were sent in by Hale W. Woodruff. A group of three water colors included studies by Helen Smith and one by H. Fontaine which was completed when he was sixteen. Effie C. F. Mason had a bust in plaster, August Savage two plaster figures—Evening (an old lady) and the Head of A Nero for which I think Theodore Upshure sat. Palmer C. Hayden sent his The Schooner, the first award for 1926, and two scenes from France where he is studying,—St. Servan and a Home in Bretagne. There was a colorful Romanesque Church by John Louis Wilson, Jr., the painting of a cabin by S. Ellis Blount, technical flower designs by Gladys L. Johnson, a pencil drawing of an arm and leg by William L. Smith, a baptism by R. Lindscay, an Indian Portrait finished by Donzleigh Jefferson at the age of 13, a Little Brown Girl by Winfred Jonathan Russell, portrait of a young woman by J. Porter, a Boy's Head by Samuel Ellis Blount, Zinnias by Maru Lee Tate, and a Study in Black and White by C. H. Robinson. Albert Alexander Smith had two European studies—a Spanish Girl in oils and the Place de la Monnaie, France. In addition to the annual fine art awards offered by the Foundation, a special prize of $250 has been contributed by an anonymous art patron for the best single piece of work. Forty-four artists in all have entered the contest and their work represents varied and interesting subjects. The exhibit on the whole is surprisingly splendid and is receiving the deserved patronage and acclaim. Heard the Duke Ellington who is now broadcasting from the Cotton Club on Tuesdays and Fridays. They play right righteously. And Adah Ward's "Blue Heaven" is divine. Took in the midnight show at the Paramount Wednesday. W. C. Fields was the attraction. He is the funniest man, and I discovered him only a month ago at the Roosevelt. Look what I came near missing. Went to get some new pointers on vamping from Olga Petrova who is wringing and twisting and turning them every sort of way but loose at Wallach's. To my surprise the play was more melodramatic than sexey. In fact three people including the lovely Olga die before the final curtain and only two women have lovers and one of those did her dirt off stage and the other only put us through a very mild petting scene. And that after all the signs about "no young girls admitted".—If you have a leaning toward spiritualism and mediums don't miss "Who Knows" and if you fancy adorable guttural Russian Brogues, be sure to see "Who Knows". Lady Nicotine went rather theatre daffy this week. She also saw * * * * * * * * * * * * ```markdown ``` Page Nine "And So to Bed". A whopping good play. Yvonne Arnand is my idea of a too bad cute woman. I hope she has a new play each season and I have the price of a seat. "And So to Bed" gives a charming picture of English life in the reign of Charles II. And Roberta Brown of "our group" gives a creditable performance as Doll, a blackmoore cook maid. More anon (see the effect of one English play) concerning this Brown woman. Are you capable of making enough money whereby you can soon become financially independent— Are you a "Wage Slave" who works hard making others rich and happy? * * * Have you seen Martha Freckles Lucas, Gladys Weinberg, Johnny Davis, Lizzie Miles and Gladys Rose in the new Ebony Revue? It is to enjoy oneself. The image shows a group of people seated around a table, engaged in what appears to be a discussion or meeting. The setting is indoors, with a dark background that contrasts with the lighter-colored clothing of the individuals. The focus of the image is on the people, with their faces partially visible. The image is blurry, making details difficult to discern. --- Deacon's Twelve Syncopators, A. Cortez, R. Alverez, D. Adams, P. Corliss, W. James, J. Deacon, M. V. Leonardi, F. Cabaza, J. Lincoln, J. Dean, W. Collins, and P. Green, the jolly bunch who have made so many happy with their entertainment and merry making, are about to come to Harlem. The boys have been downtown so long that they have almost been forgotten; so this year they are coming out better than ever, with the same happy-golucky twelve that our Friend Jimmie coached to the public's taste long ago. The gang sends to all their very best wishes for the New Year. A section of our 8-booth modern equipped instruction room, where every branch of the beauty art is taught by competent teachers whose intellectual status is superb. * * * Saw Broadway Jones and George Morris at the midnight show Friday. By the way, a Philadelphia paper had the notice that George Morris is the New York representative of Maurice Gaugin the French impressario who wants to place Negro revues de luxe in the larger Eastern cities. So glad Lady Nicotine knows George and Frank! And so handsome! Arouse Your Ambition LEARN THE APEX SYSTEM OF SCIENTIFIC BEAUTY CULTURE ☆ ☆ ☆ One noticeable feature of the holiday season was the absence of the downtowners from the Harlem social events. For the past three or four months one sees less and less of the villagers and the midtown dilettantes. This does not mean that the cabarets are not over run with tourists and non-gentiles from the wilds of the Bronx, but tea and supper parties, which were well stocked with "our white folks," just preceding and just after the advent of "Nigger Heaven," are conspicuous for their non-existence. A profession at which there is more money to be made than any other legitimate business. ```markdown ``` * * * Of course, just as one meets members of our group here, there and everywhere, hardly a Harlem party is absolutely racial, but the idea of coming to Harlem as one would visit the Zoo is a thing of the past. Those who made friends have kept them and the social exchange continues, but the wholesale invasion of our pale faced neighbors seem to be ancient history if the Christmas week was any indication. During 1927 one hundred and eighty-five students, many of whom were former stenographers, nurses, dress makers and school teachers, were graduated from this school. ★ ★ ★ Now that the tong war is on between automobile manufacturers, if I wait long enough I may be able to get a car. Dodge Brothers have announced the Victory Six four door sedan for $1,095 F.O.B. (Free of Bother) and the Chevrolette has a model five dollars cheaper than the new Elizabeth. Looks as if the respectable middle class is about to get a break. Classes Afternoons and Evenings—Enter Anytime PAY AS YOU LEARN DIPLOMAS AWARDED POSITIONS ALWAYS OPEN Call or write 200 West 135th Street New York City Room 110, Edgecombe 9860 EVERYBODY WINS in the Three Weeks "Buy the Tattle: Campaign." HEAR NOTHING SAY NOTHING Does anybody know a cute little brown named Henrietta? Her last name begins with "D" but won't tell you the rest until I find out all about her. She's too bad and I've been wondering where she's been "all my life". Tell me more. Did somebody say that little Ethel H. couldn't Charleston? And boy, that "Black Bottom Hit" of hers is just out of this world. When she does the Black-Bottom, she goes all around the world. * * * Bill Daniels can put you to sleep on your feet when he tickles the ivories. And how! And he plays no end, if you get what I mean. Let me ask you anothr. Have you met Miss Pelham? I have and will give you a "knock down": First name is Lucille. She's got everything and then some. Little Miss K. Wade is 38, one and one more. Boy, she's the cats. And she goes to school where all the rest of our kittens go—Wadleigh. Tell you more later. I was standing on the Avenue taking things in Sunday last when who should jump off the bus but Willie Long. Haven't seen him in ages. Now there's a fellow—. * * * Beatrice and Bill seem inseparable. B. knows her groceries and Bill his vegetables so bring on the meat and let's have dinner. * . * * Bill R. bought the wife a radio for Christmas to keep her home but the worm turned. He stays home to listen in and won't let the radio rest. Leroy J. and Baby must have had a too bad time up in Tarrytown. Its still in their bones. Hey! Hey! Guess what I found out! Jimmy Price likes coffee so much until his friends have it all ready when they know he's coming. Somewhat of a coffee hound, "don't cher know". * * * Spied Gene R. on the Avenue Sunday lookin all hot n'everything. No wonder lambe roasts, if you know what I mean. --- Lambe is 48, one and one more. Cute little mama. * * * Somebody called up the Tattler office last Friday and invited the whole staff to a party. Said they had "Gordon Water" n'everything. Ask one of the staff about it. I'm telling you it was just sad, sad. *** See by the daily papers that Ruth Synder will be burned this week. Well, just let me warn all you ladies to be careful because they don't LIKE to do away with the female of the specie but it can be done. * * * Now that the last struggler has gone back to school the original P. R. D. sheik can arrange his own parlor duty with the girl friend. What would the girls do if all of boys went to school out of town? ```markdown ``` L. Kennerly's Cadillac Car with the radio is just too bad. It won't "don't". Excuse all the slang and I know "You Don't Like It". Not much. Every night the big Cadillac goes back where it stayed the night before—That's of course in the garage. Now laugh that off. Miss Mary Perry is in town now and boys, you want to meet her. Enough said. I don't know, her so well myself but My, My. Does anybody know what became of the Nunez sisters and Gwendolyn P. and the rest of that bunch also the Arista gang? Where's everybody anyhow. ```markdown ``` Well this is leap year and I've had six honest to goodness proposals. And I'm not conceited either. What's a fellow to do, I ask you, what? *** George Rainey is a real papa now. He was a Don Juan before. He's the proud father of twins, a boy and a girl. Papa George is "too sad". ★ ★ ★ Know what we discovered one day,—that J. B. Brown, the Jersey district distributor, is a little cave man. Now ask us some more. * * * Oh you Mrs. A. H. please be your age. Slim did you notice how the candles burned down? * * * We told you that Mrs. H. Wilson couldn't let the New Year come in without the friends to luncheon to get the black eye peas. Mr| and Mrs. A. Hamer, Lelia Zamora of Havana, Cuba, and Mr. A. Bagley, Jr., were present too. Hey! Hey! *** Mr. and Mrs. A. Hamer entertained the younger bunch New Year's and among the merry bunch were Mr. and Mrs. H. Wilson of 621 Lenox Avenue. Hey! Hey! Say Eunice, you needn't High Hat us because we are the Jolly Four. And How. Did you hear that B. M. K. and Lillian are on the outs? I did. Wonder if its true. Now J. Hazell, stop biting me. Marie is mine, mine, all mine. Al M. Q., suppose you win big money and stop playing on a small time basis. \* \* \* It is rumored that L. Maxwell has a big butter and egg man straight from well, we'll leave that up to you to find out. Ruth Mitchell, stop clowning and go in for big dough. You are a prize beauty, anyway. Bill thinks so. And how! G. R., why are you so shy here of late. Has mama been harsh? You know we've been wondering what's been on T. King's mind lately—no dances, no drunks and his late hours have been cut out. Good operation. * * * Now I ask you another. Wonder what has become of the following sheiks T. King, Al Kennedy, J. Hazell, R. White, H. Irving, M. M. K., F French, H. Rivers, and S. Taylor. Do tell. Now let me tell you that James Salley is just too bad since he has become one of the proprietors of the Superior barber shop. * * * Who is it in Tampa Bay, Florida that is going to send us oranges? I'm just dying to taste one. Page Mildred. 章 章 章 Bobby S. has been rather evil down in the sunny south but May is coming and then felicitations Never no mountains this summer, eh Bobbie. Station I Hear About You. I'm always glad when the mailman brings a letter to somebody here from somebody there. Bobby. I think we made a mistake when we said T. T. wasn't seen with Margaret W. any more. It happens to be none other than The Blonde Saint. For the second time we warn Alston Mc to stay out of 139th Street and play square or the gang will fix him. Milton Tucker was the best looking man at the Harris' party and that's saying something. * . * Jean Jones never gets a chance to hand a line to girls. Why? He is always so busy watching Mae. There is no come-back in 138th Street now because Ben Finley is in power. \* \* \* Freddie Beatman, the girl in blue was wonderful but why pick them so little? * * * We noticed that Al Whitey is back home again. (H. B.) Happy New Year old top. For living in 123rd Street a certain young lady is going to collect a bunch of Hush Money from certain fellows for seeing "The New Haven Trio". * * * How can anybody talk about Clara Bow when our own Rose Winn has IT. How is it that Art Logan, Jean Jones and Frank Caffey are good looking and yet lose girls—. Is the answer — They have no IT? Alfred Mc played a great game for Omega but with all those pretty girls yelling, who couldn't. * * * S'funny how a quiet guy like Howard Archer can hold everything at the wonderful "Peggie". He must be like a Tornado. There isn't much to it when it starts but when it gets started. Oh Boy! \* \* \* Rolf Daniels can't decide one day from another whether it is Helen or Thelma. \* \* \* At the Omega Kappa game Miriam Prince was the sharpest girl on the floor and I don't mean maybe. \* \* \* Philly men might be great in Philly but they are no trouble in New York. Page J. Trent, Murdock and Hawkins. * * * Say Oscar H., why don't you get wise to yourself and stop holding up the corners in this breezy weather? From close observation. the Lady was cold. * * * O. H. of 144th Street, Ums said that you changed your women like you do your brand of cigarettes, and from lamping the tall mamma you have lately been seen with, Ums was right. * * * Ruby and Helen were so busy blowing their horns on the Avenue when the New Year pulled in.. No wonder Bates and Gunda were looking so joyous Two good looking sisters with two popular Osbiny friends. Listen, fellows, those two little downtown Creole girls are just too bad. Jive-proof mammas. Doings in Brooklyn Miss Minnette T. Williams, formerly of 60a Bainbridge Street, is about to embark on a stage career. She is the organizer of quite a few clubs; the Merry Wishes, the Copy and the Elite Social Club. She is a social worker and a professional designer and will be appointed as an instructor in one of the girls' high schools in February. May I also add that Miss Williams is very good looking but could not enter the Beauty Contest given at Gates Casino Thursday evening. January 5th, because it might have interfered with her career. She is only nineteen years old too. Hackensuck Drippings The Howard University Co-eds of Hackensack have returned to their Alma Mater after spending a pleasant vacation in their old home town, taking with them our pal, Miss Nena Hayes who is studying French for the purpose of becoming an instructor of that language... Stop the preliminary, Roaches, and dish the dirt. So here it goes. Mr. S. H. of Paterson, N. J., a frequent visitor of Hackensack, has now returned to Bordentown School after getting the Hot Mamma in dutch. Ha! Ha! Mr. W. W. of Beech Street, who was the blonde you became so infatuated with at the Djer Kiss Dansante? * * * We Roaches must admit that the Djer Kiss Dansante was the most successful event of the season. Wan't it, Hackensack. Oh, I forgot. New York was well represented. * * * Say, H. W., why do you ride in Kissel cars now when you are used to Packards? Was it the sweet papa who influenced you? Or what? Mr. E. T. of Fairmont, why did you wait so late to ask Miss J. A. to go to the Frat party, and why did you disappoint Miss Leonia and Miss Englewood? Now, Now, Ferm! H. W., we are on you again. Who is the sweet pap of Nyack N. Y.? I thought you were interested in the Savoy. My! My! My! And I understand he is an undertaker. You can't use him for a try or he'll ground you six feet, Hazel. Be careful! \* \* \* We understand the fugitive has returned after practicing to go on the stage and living the high life of New York. How is it you came back to Hackensack? Don't you realize "Hack" is a small town, Helen? Don't forget you are young and have a lot to learn. *** Mr. Gowan Mills and Ferman Templeton certainly put an end to Frat parties for some of Hackensack's modest young ladies. As I understand, they were drunk and disorderly. Several of the young ladies have stated they will never attend another one of the "Hack" boys' Frat parties as they are too bogus. Miss V. G. and Miss M. E. are loose in all cities and towns. They certainly hold Paterson down. But wives, you be careful. Don't lose a bet, for they will get your husbands yet. Ha! Ha! Miss J. A. and Mr. A. W. surely have the go now. I hope Mr. F. T. doesn't feel badly. Do you, Ferm? * * * F. T. of Fairmont, what did Miss J. A. tell you in the Sugar Bowl? It was too bad for ears to hear. She surely didn't bite her tongue, did she? * * * Well, R-O-A-C-H-E-S are now signing off. Look for us us again next Saturday. The Roaches. Yonkers, N. Y. Raymond Young, tell us why is it that you always have to spoon in the dance halls? M. S. Tell us which is it A. Tinsley or H. M. Gay World. We are glad to see that you have gone back home again, and say that young lady of 4% Locust Hill Avenue looked quite charming. * * * Mrs. Henry Howard of Wood Place had as her holiday guests Miss Vivan Bernardo of Jamaica, N. Y., and Mrs. Hatties Freeman of Petersburgh, Va. THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Say. Elmer watch, your step and don't cross the Mason-Dixon line too often. Say James take it easy. You know that everything is forty. Ralph M. is the prominent sheik of So. Yonkers Avenue and how. Well, well the So So Club of Yonkers will be at the Crescent Club, 2 Guion Street Wednesday evening, February 15th. Join the gang and go. * * * Mrs. Nathan Graham of North Yonkers made a New Years call to the Welfare Island last week. She reports that Rev. Harris and also Mrs. Josephine Maulby were not so well but Mrs. Louise Johnson is improving. Little Miss Markelle Barry Snifflin of 55 North B'way was the happiest girl in North Yonkers last Saturday. She had reached her eighth birthday and her mother surprised her with a party. There was Clarence Swann, Helen Wright, Matthew and Charles Gulliver who were in the party. She received many gifts. * * * Mr. John Bailey of 4% Locust Hill Avenue, has returned home after spending about 10 days in Portsmouth, Va., visiting relatives and friends in the vicinity. Enroute home he stopped in Phila. and there paid a visit to his relatives. * * * Mr. J. C. Morgan of 13 Hunt Ave. spent the holidays with relatives in Raleigh, N. C. Leaving there he went to Wilmington, N. C. where he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wright. He enjoyed an old time Xmas with his old time friends --- Mr. and Mrs. Howell and Mrs. Quick of Nepperham spent a very pleasant evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Helper in Brooklyn. N. Y. Mrs. Helper was an old time chum of Mrs. Howell at Hampton Institute and it was indeed a happy meeting when they met each other. * * * Monday evening, January 2nd. will long be remembered for Sunset Temple No.211, I. B. P. O. E. of W. gave its fifth annual dance and reception at, Philisburgh Hall. There was an enormous crowd in attendance, but the beauty of it all was a surprise coming from the well-known Black-White Orchestra, of Bridgeport, Conn., to the dance lovers as featured by the ladies Elk. 'Twas a treat. *** The Round Table Twelve again for the third time and year entertained the ladies of Yonkers at the beautiful home of the president, Mr. Sterling Lambert, of 3666 Warburton Avenue. The ladies were highly entertained by the men, and at a late hour they were escorted into the dining hall where they were served with delicious, tasty refreshments. This club which is very active socially is comprised of Mr. S. Lambert, pres.; Dr. Jones, vice-pres.; B. K. Watkins, sec.; Harry Rue, treas.; Harry Sweeney, Mr. Colbert, Dr. Amos, Harry Howard, Lee Crawford, Charles Broods, Joseph Hall and William Hawkins. * * * A birthday party was given in honor of Miss Ruby McLean at her home, 111 Stanley Avenue, Tuesday evening, January 3rd. A most enjoyable time was had. Among the guests were: the Misses Irene Vanderzee, Helen Cheek, Margaret Duncan, Beatrice Jackson, Dorothy Trent, Pearl Frey, Ola Ruth, Hannah Somers, Marjorie Kingsland, Marjorie Wilson, Gwendolyn Palmer, Patsy Jeffres, Helen Washington, Irene Fierce and Eleanor Webb, and the Messrs. Lester Kingsland, Adrian and Elmer James. James Richardson, Thomas Anderson, Ralph Mann, Kenneth Cheek, Gerald and Thomas Seay, Theodore Seaymore, Edward Johnson, Grant Moore, Floyd Carter, Harry Thompson, Richard Avery, Charles Fitszerallo, Robert Jaskson and others. She was the recipient of many gifts. Curties Ruth—Contributor Friday. January 13. 1928 Tarrytown, N. Y. A New Year's Eve party was held by Mr. and Mrs. Wm. F. Kingsland at their residence last Saturday evening. About thirty-two guests enjoyed the festivities of the occasion. In the New Year's Guessing Contest, first prizes were won by Mrs. May Lee and Harry Whitely; second prize of rubber chewing gum to Mrs. Richard Zimerson; third prize of rubber doughnut to Andrew Stevenson. Among the out of town guests were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Richards of New York City, Mrs. Charles Magill and daughter, Fritzie, of Brooklyn, N. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Thomas neighbors of Ossining; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Tanwsley of Elmsford; Mrs. Louise Magill of Poughkeepsie and Miss Grace Winston of Peekskill. * * * The members of Westchester Lodge 116 and Sleepy Hollow Temple 58 of Daughter Elks held their Charity Christmas Tree last Wednesday night (Xmas Week) at Shiloh Baptist Church. Elks Committee, Ernest Twitter, chairman; Alice Williams, secretary, and Mrs. Jennie Eades, treasurer. * * * Rev. and Mrs. Boyd of Brooklyn, N. Y. were guests of Mr. and Mrs. John Lassiter. * * * Mr. Roland Whitely of Ardmore, Pennisyvania, was guest of his mother, Mrs. Harry Whitely. Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Waverly Young were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hazzard of New York, New Year's Day. Wm. P. Kingsland. New Rochelle, N. Y. The Annual Emancipation Proclamation program was held at the New Rochelle High School last week. Bishop C. C. Alleyne who recently returned from Africa, gave the Emancipation oration. The program was well arranged with Dr. U. S. Gunthrope as master of ceremonies. * * * Miss Isabella Rogers is to be married and judging from the gromto be's name, she expects to "live the life of Riley". * * * A group of "young gentlemen" went into the Community House store and lunch room and "took" a box of cigars, a carton of cigarettes and a box of candy, while en of them held an argument with the counter man. Yet, all of these "young gentlemen" wonder why they can't eat in the white lunch room without paying double. Pretty low, I call it. It's a funny old world after all, for who would have thought about two years ago that "Footsy" Grant would have been the irresistible lover that he now is. How do you do it, Footsy? Speaking of funny things, someone asked me why it was that every time Fannie H. has a day off, she and the fellow from New York go to another ice cream parlor for the day? * * * Buster Hunter plays lone wolf now. He goes to White Plains all by himself. I guess I'd do the same thing, "Bus", if I ever got in love. A girl, whose name I may mention next week, sent John a card with the following inscribed upon it. He told me to show it to the gang. Well, as I remember it, here it is: "RECIPE FOR A KISS CAKE Take one armful of pretty girl, one lovely face, two brown or black eyes, two rosy cheeks and two lips like strawberries. Mix well and flavor with a few sighs or soft screams, then sit on a bench in the dark to cool." For frosting, see next week's Tattler. The Matchmaker, B. P. O. E. Kingston, N. Y. Black Ac, how can you expect for Joe Joe to go out if you keep her eyes black? You never see your mistake, Shamrock, until it is too late. Now you had to say "Good Morning, Judge". The answer was "ninety days. Take him away". C. W., you want to cut out the fay broads. * * * L. L., you are acting funny with So and So. Especially since you went to New York. * * * W. R., you are lucky in that deal which was pulled off * * * N. C. T., you want to slow down on the as for the Mrs. is back. * * * C. B. spent the week end at Yonkers. * * * H. S., we see you have a new sheba. M. W., there are whisperings about you new sheik M. S. gave a birthday party at the Oddfellows Hall last Friday night. Napoleon Bonapard. Syracuse, N. Y. The Acme Shop, 717 S. Tounsend Street, recently reopened its doors. This shop manufactures wearing apparel, and upholsters' furniture, and other things. The shop extends to the people in its vincity a cordial invitation to pay it a visit when in need of the commodities carried there. \* \* \* Old Glory was presented to the Girl Scouts of Dunbar Center by the Daughters of Veterans on Tuesday evening. December 27th. The ceremony was largely attended. * * * The proprietor of the Acme Shop makes the following announcement: To whom it may concern: This is to state that the persons bearing the names of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Ford, recently connected with the Acme Shop, are not reliable. (Signed Lee E. Jones, Prop. Mrs. Georgia Wiliams, 509 E. Washington Street, recently returned from visiting her mother, Mrs. C. J. Saunders, and sister, Mrs. John Williams; also Mrs. Charles Rosey of Newark, N. J. Mrs. Williams reports that she enjoyed every minute of her time. Mrs. A. J. Jackson and daughter, Abiah, of Utica, visited Mr. C. H. Johnson and sister of Philadelphia during the Christmas holidays. The watch meeting services at Bethany Baptist Church carried a large gathering as usual. Mrs. Harriette and Mattie Clark joined the Church. Mr. T. Owens is now confined at the Crouse Irving Hospital, and Mr. J. Depew at St. Joseph's Hospital. * * * C. T., stop falling in the ash barrell around 608 E. Water Street How. is the knot on your head after the whaling party? * * * E. H., why have a whaling party at home when you knew your mother was away? Don't you know you were lucky to get seven dollars? William H. Jackson. Buffalo, N. Y. The Shrine Dance will be changed from Weiss' Hall on Jan. 26th to Winthrops Rendezvous just across the street from Weiss' Hall on Wednesday evening, January 25th Come and join us in our first appearance in this beautiful hall. Miss Willie B. is getting very popular with her high brown smile at Rubs place on William Street. * * * Some one said, "Oh I wonder what is the matter with the Royal Palace with such a big padlock on the front door. It looks like the law has been there and left sad news. * * * Mrs. Margaret Brown of Clinton Street, who met with an accident several weeks ago was seen on the streets again, but carrying two new wooden legs, that is going just the same. Her many friends were glad to see her out again. * * * Hello! Nettie, why don't you write or send your address. The gang want to hear from you. Susie and Boy Lee. Old Bill Davis, you knew him, Old Hop, has really come out of the barrel since he rented his swell flat on Michigan Avenue, and if you could see it you would say it looks like living in his old days. Wm. Campbell. Poughkeepsie, N. Y. The Emancipation Proclamation celebration was held at A. M. E. Zion Church, Tuesday, January 3rd. Several prominent Poughkeepsians gave short speeches. Rev. Lawton of Brooklyn was the main speaker of the evening. Frederick Fritzgiles won the prize of $2.50 for the best essay on "Why we celebrate Emancipation Proclamation". Honorable mention was given Dorothy Pierce. Don't forget the fourth Annual Fair and Bazaar given by the Rose Leaf Lodge G. U. O. O. F., No. 3535 and Dorcas Household of Ruth. No. 885. * * * Wonder what E. McI. will do since the Dodge Brother has eloped? * * * Why is it that a certain lady from Providence doesn't stay with her husband and stop messing around with the younger set? What makes E. F. take B. L. to work every day? Watch for the Black and White Orchestra on Easter Monday night in Poughkeepsie. Watch your step, H. M., with your smashed up Hudson. Wifie will get on to you. Why don't the twins keep better hours and stay off dark corners. B. S. you are too nice a girl to be messing around with B. G. C. McG., stop holding the ball so long and more games will be won. Watch out, E. H., J. M. has a crush on J. A., too. We all love you, P. E., but please don't let C. Mc get you. Too bad, Babe, but it looks like A. McM. has stolen your Sugar Daddy. * * * Tough luck, B. S., but we see E. S. has vamped your sweet papa away from you. E. Mc., take care for you are about to lose your papa. The town vamp might take him. A certain young miss from Providence seems to be making a hit with all the boys. E. V. has a crush on J. A. from Fishkill, but look out for C. McG. H. G., why don't you buy the Big Six? Pig Feet. Then you won't have to be looking in a certain place for twenty minutes. When you have a date from across the river, keep it there. * * * I'm in love with you, P. E., for making that long shot Monday. J. W. Smith, contributor. Beauty Secrets By Mme. Sara Washington Should Women Smoke? Let us say to our questionyes. So long as we smoke in moderation, and, at suitable places, and do not annoy other people by our smoking, there seems to be no good reason why we should not smoke if we desire to. I don't approve of mothers smoking in front of their children or taking the liberties of men by smoking on the streets or too much in public. There is a time and place for everything. Given as a drug, tobacco does weaken the heart and depresses the nervous system. In small doses it only quiets the heart and soothes the nerves. So it has its uses as everybody knows. But, however, no one wishes to defend its abuse. If a woman finds that her skin is flabby, hands are cold, and has deep rings beneath her eyes, she is smoking too much. Another important thing about smoking is we must not inhale as this is very prejudicial. People will certainly keep on smoking in spite of cranks of all kinds, and in spite even, of certain scientific investigation which go to prove that it does no one any particular good, and many people much harm. After all, women in their effort to reach man's equal, will do something or other to excess. and smoking, either excess or otherwise, does far less social damage than excess alcohol. However, many men object to their wives smoking but allow them to freely sip from the alcoholic cup. And the latter is five fold more dangerous and destructive to human mind and character than smoking. Hotel Olga Arrivals Miss Florence Snowden, Boston; Mr. and Mrs. William Layton, Philadelphia; Rev. and Mrs. C. L. Harper. Rockville Centre, George Lee, Bridgeport, Conn.; Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wilson, Washington, D. C.; Mr. and Mrs. William Mitchell. Boston, Mass.; Miss Gene Starr, Buffalo; J. W. 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Now the story goes that this certain gentleman was sitting in his friends' office on the evening of the Phi Beta Sigma dance. They are Sigma men, but they had previously decided not to attend the dance, for no good reason at all. As they sat there, thoughts of this dance, the girls, the fun and what not began to taunt them. They decided to go; where, though, could they find suitable girls to take at such a late date? It was the doctor who spoke up advising his friend not to worry about the girls for he could fix that part. So this certain gentlemen left the good doctor and went home to his supper, confident that everything would be hotsy-totsy, as his friend had said. Now the doctor scratched his head, took out his little red book, scanned it carefully, when his eyes bolted upon the name of one of New York's most famous of butterflies whom we will call Nona. In a short time she was on the other end of the telephone. She told the doctor she would go and also that she had a girl friend visiting her from D. C., who would be happy to go. The ever-obliging doctor replied that he and his pal would call for the young ladies at 11.30 and then hung up. When this certain gentleman returned to the office of the doctor a few hours later, he (the doctor) was bent low, working hard to extract a third molar, but when he raised up and saw his friend, he was all smiles. He had the tooth, and what's more, he had fixed things for himself and friend. When the patient had gone, the good doctor began to tell about having called Nona and her sharp friend while he slipped into his tuxedo. At eleven o'clock, the doctor slipped a quart of Scotch into his pocket and they were off. The cab stopped at the home of Nona, the chauffeur blew three times, and in a few minutes the two ladies, dolled down in Racoon coats, stepped up to the cab. Now, this certain gentleman was almost knocked through the seat when he visioned these two girls. Both were a head taller than the doctor or himself. He would have slipped out the other door of the cab, but the girls were smiling so sweetly. He is a very prominent member of the dental profession, short, chunky and not bad looking. His hobby is diamonds and police dogs. We shall not call his name for very good reasons, for he is known from one end of Harlem to the other, and especially at the world's most beautiful ball room, "The Savoy". Great chap, the doctor is, and a regular fellow. They say he goes around with his chest poked out and patting himself on the back flying. "I'm the happiest and luckiest. (Continued on Page 14) INTERIOR DECORATION Tattler Interior Decoration Course Starts February 3rd Hundreds of young men have given their girl friends subscription presents; assuring themselves of more beautiful homes. 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SPORT SPARKLES IT is with pardonable pride that we look back upon the last twelve months and note with an all appraising eye, the tremendous strides made by the Inter-State Tattler despite the many unfortunate events that hampered us during 1927. We are not given to boasting or peacock strutting. But we do feel that we have made the good fight, now a winning fight and take full measure of pride in our work of the past year. Success is just around the corner. We feel certain that 1928 will be a banner year with us and we will put forth our greatest efforts during the next twelve months. We are determined to set the pace for 1928, to give our readers accurate, well written news of current important social activities, theatricals, sports, etc. During the past year, we gave our readers real life news and featured our personal opinions. That's the duty of a weekly publication. They can't compete with the daily papers in the featuring of news. But by summarizing and editorials they can create a field for themselves. In the Aframerican sport, theatrical and amusement world, we have preferred to give accurate accounts rather than run a clipping bureau. The news items appearing in our publication during the past year and up to the present time, have been covered by representatives so assigned. Look over our files for 1927 which are at your convenience at any time of day our office is open and be convinced. Had we wanted to give you quantity instead of quality, we too would have purchased all the daily papers and jammed our publication full of stuff culled from their columns. But that is not our way. What you read in The Tattler is our own version of what transpires. We are not a looking glass or a parrot. Canada Lee Fights Canada Lee will tackle Andy Divodi at the New Olympia A. C. this Saturday night in the main event of six rounds. In Divodi, Lee is tackling one of the headliners in the junior welterweight division and a dangerous contender. But Canada is eager for the acid test and bars no one among the 142 pounders. He fully believes he can trim Divodi and will go after the Brooklyn welter like a cat after a mouse. Lee is out to reestablish himself in the good graces of the fight fans by a decisive win over the white boy. In the six round semi-final, Bobby Nelson will tackle Billy Grims, the highly touted Australian lightweight. Nelson is one of our most promising 135 pounders and will go after the visitor hammer and tongs. He realizes that in these six round battles the fighter who wins must travel at top speed all the way. SPARKLES (BUTLER) PROGRAM FOR 1928. de that we look Bennie Butler Fred Douglas' Boys The track and field athletes of Frederick Douglas' Junior High School, romped away with the sixth annual Herald-Tribune schoolboy's athletic meet at the 13th Regiment last Saturday afternoon. Six league records were smashed by the sturdy little lads of old Father Knickerbocker, three of which went to the mixed athletic teams from the Douglas Junior High. A wee mite of a lad, Walter Wright by name, carried the Douglas colors to victory in the forty yard dash for lads in the seventy-five pound class. The little ebony flash was off with the bark of the starter's gun and led right up to the tape. He covered the distance in record breaking time of five and three-fifth seconds. This bettered the old mark of six seconds by two-fifths of a second. Fred Douglas' relay teams captured all except one of the relay races. Elijah D. Clark runners triumphed in the 105 pound quarter mile relay race in a thrilling duel that resulted in another new record. The Douglas youngsters made the Clark runners break the three year old record of 53 and two-fifth seconds by two-fifths of a second. But the dusky fliers of Douglas got revenge when they romped home twenty yards ahead of the Clark runners in the ninety pound midget race, creating a new record of 53 and one-fifth seconds. Then to make the job complete, they created another record in the 120 pound relay, covering the distance in 52 seconds flat. This was topped off by another relay victory in the half mile event. Douglas High entered fifty lads, four out of every five being colored. It was the second successive triumph for Mr. Adolph Hodges little army. They triumphed for the first time last year, beating out their old rival Elijah D. Clark. 2 Girls— 7 Boys— Now earn quick money, in clean work — every week, working for The Inter-State TATTLER It doesn't matter in what State or Town you live, if you have a will to get-a-long just drop us a post card or mail this handy coupon. The Interstate Tattler, Inc., 2285 Seventh Ave., New York City. What is your offer to subscription representatives? Name ... Age ... Street ... City ..... State..... Philadelphia Section MISS COOLBREEZE OF QUAKERTOWN TO begin the New Year in the proper patriotic spirit, the Quaker Village turned out for Emancipation Day. The biggest celebration was held under the auspices of the Citizens' Committee of Allied Organizations. Rev. E. M. Moore won the laurels of the day in his plea for a more enlightened and vigorous leadership and a more adhesive organization among Negroes. The words of Dr. Charles A. Lewis, Rev. C. W. Stewart, Mrs. Eugenia Neal, Rev. G. Ellison and Rev. W. T. Graham—were much appreciated. The night proved to be a howling success. Back to Its Original Big Time Form The New Roadside Grill 514 S. FIFTEENTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA Music By SID STRATTON HELEN LEE and MARY SEAMAN, Entertainers CONVENIENT TO EVERYTHING AND EVERY PLACE! Management of GEORGE W. ROBINSON, in Person DO YOU WANT HELP TO CONQUER Prosperity Happiness Concentration is a Ability Influence Master Power over Proper Thinking Power Master Power over Personality Financial Troubles all Conditions Health Business and makes Confidence Domestic Affairs Love Affairs Easy Contentment Honor Love Affairs Easy GUARANTEED CASH or CREDIT — WRITE or CALL PAY AFTER YOU GET WHAT YOU WANT Physchological Aid 1625 CHRISTIAN STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA. Last Friday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Saunders announced the engagement of their ward, Miss Vera Lee Powell, to the handsome Johnny Atkins. The delightful party was held at the Bachelor Barge Club, Falls of the Schuylkill. Miss Coolbreeze was so sorry that she was not there in time to see Jimmy blush. Did you ever? ** On the same night, the everpopular Hi-Hi boys introduced the Decagon Club to Quakertown. And how! The Dance Box until two; Mme. Keene, better than ever; pretty favors; delicious punch and plenty; attractive ladies and charming men. Just look what I came near missing! Saw "the only" David Asbury, Cookie, the Wilson Brothers, Kensy Ruks and Chick Davis. Much credit is due Billy Easton for making possible a most enjoyable party. * * * They tell me that Dallas Nicholas and Mary Williams were hosts at a too bad breakfast party New Years. Beginning at midnight with good music and interesting dancing partners; ending at seven with a most delicious home-cooked breakfast. Everyone was very busy displaying his affection and declaring her love. The Williams, the Creditts, the Baxters, the Jones, Tabournes, Dutrieuilles, Jamisons and Youngs—are still wondering where Mrs. Hopkinson's cozy little home has been all this while. * * * But, it remained for the Trogs those talented, clever gentlemen that we all admire and respect so much—to transform the Y. W. C. A. into a Riviera. The Trouvire Trio pleased the guests with their renditions of soft, harmonious music. The melodies of Negro composers were most enjoyed. Misses Gwendolyn Bennett and Nellie Bright served tea and chocolate. The affair was a rare treat. * * * Was so sorry that I could not attend the Scholastics. I do like so many of them; but I haven't yet learned to be in two places at exactly the same time. Nevertheless, Vergil, Marcia, Lela, Marian, and Myrtle told me that I missed half of my life. The music was hot, the hall was hotter, the boys and girls were — superlative. Well, then! Never no "Play that Thing"—but "Walk that Broad". \* \* \* So, Dorothy Tabourne put the finishing touch on the "Egotistics" by having a party. Food for fifty-one hundred and fifty to feed! John Hester on the music box; Glug-glug that thing! * * * Met a very delightful gentleman the other day, Tollie Cantion, a graduate of Lincoln University, now studying at the University of Pensylvania. He is to study ministry. Won't somebody help him? You're picked! * * * Passed by the attractive little Swanee Shop that sells and has everything lovely in it from "De" right on down. For fear that I would want an interest in the business I hurried by; but the shop is up-to-date. --- Was so sorry to hear that the Miss Ruth Walls was hurt in an automobile accident. She was on her way to the Big City. Whether she was taxying to the Atlantic City station or to the 34th street station, I do not know. However, I am so sorry it all happened and I shall be most happy to see her up and out again. * * * Another automobile accident; but in a roadster this time, and the central figure none other than lovely Helene! Now, will you be good? Who is John Doles? * * * The Aicetia Club entertained its members and friends Friday at a banquet. A brand new place, way up town, attractive and cozy. The food was tasty and well served; the music was peppy; the spirit was in spirits. Mr. and Mrs. Hearsy, Miss Valern Caldwell and the ever-loving Mr. Williams, Mr. Roy Pinkett, Miss Ward and Mr. Wendell Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Clower, Miss Carrie Sample, Mr. Billy Easton, Mr. and Mrs. Plummer, Mr. Abudeen offered toasts long to be remembered. The red ribbon went to Mr. A. B. Taylor, however, as the most perfect master of ceremonies ever! The party ended all too soon. * * * The K. of P. was crowded last Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Isaac O. Hilton entertained for the benefit of the Old Folks Home. She gave an interesting talk on her travels abroad. The guests danced, ate, and played cards before and after. Beautiful prizes were given to the lucky ones. The affair only adds to the many pleasant times that Mrs. Hilton has made possible for the Quackers. It was lovely! * * * May I congratulate my girlfriend. Firstly, for being appointed as medical examiner for the Elks; secondly, for returning to her office for a while. Please, Dr. Lilian stay home. I just might get sick! * * * So, Mattie and Bill were promiscuously walking up and down Broad Street, trying to find the Crusader meeting. Even if it was good, I wouldn't like it! \* \* \* My partner, Jack Atkins, is to get married. What next? And worse than that, she is going to live in Texas. I wonder what's become of Joe? Moe scandal! Gertrude tries to HOTEL EL RAE 805 NORTH 13TH STREET Philadelphia, Pa. Five Minutes from Broad Street Station MEALS TO ORDER S. Scott, Prop. J. Mix, Mgr. Phone Popular 5245 THE PORTSMOUTH HOTEL Under the auspices of the Citizens' Committee, Neval H. Thomas, member of the Board of Directors of the N.A.A.C.P. and president of the Washington, D. C., branch, delivered a stirring address at the Recreation Center, last Saturday night. He discussed the issue of "Segregation" in our schools here and made several remarks attacking the outrage and its consequences. He pleaded with the audience "to be intolerant with the vicious plan designed to embarrass our children and that all efforts should be combined to prevent this wrong which is contrary to the laws of the State and the Constitution of the United States. He hopes that the time will come, when the South will be Northernized and urged us to decline the Southernizing of the North." Mr. Thomas is a national speaker and is chairman of the Congressional become a foot-ball for the half-back, John! How, when—what is this? * * * Was so glad to see Dr. and Mrs. Juice Jamson in town. Walter Wilson and Benjamin Armstead motored down from Norristown, too. There must be something to Quaker Village! \* \* \* May I ask Dr. Lee a question? What do you mean by "Is there any-one home on the second floor?" Which broad? But, why bring that up? The Citizens Club held its annual "Open House" Monday. The visitors were royally entertained. We felt so sorry that we can only take a peep in that inviting corner once a year. Carlisle, Penn. The Christmas exercises in the various churches were well attended and were very interesting. The children delighted the audience with their songs and speeches. The Elks Holiday Dance on last Tuesday was a grand success. The large crowd was not disappointed when they heard "Ike Dixon's Aces of Joy". * * * Miss Lucinida Washington of Philadelphia is spending the Christmas holidays with her parents on Lincoln Street. Mrs Alice Jones entertained at her residence, 109 E. Pomfret Street, in honor of Miss Ethel Foster of Scranton. Penn. Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Gatewood entertained several of their friends at a delightful party last Friday evening. . ★ ★ ★ Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Dusenberry of Reading. Pa.. were the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. O. N. Davis, during the holidays. Mr James Robinson. who is employed at the Molly Pitcher Hotel, spent Christmas Day with his mother at Allentown. *** Miss Ida Gray of Winchester, Va., is visiting her sister. Mrs. Samuel Jackson of N. Pitt Street. Miss G. Fletcher of Baltimore is also a house guest of Mrs. Jackson and is a teacher in one of Baltimore's leading schools. "Se-Davis". Notary Public Lady in Attenadnce Phone: Marine. 6289 JOHN R. MAJOR FUNERAL DIRECTOR 101 N. NEW YORK AVE. Atlantic City, N. J. Committee at Washington, D. C., who appeared before the national officials against the segregation that confronts members of the race in the Departments at Washington, D. C. J. C. Edwards was chairman of the meeting. * * * The officers and members of Engine Co. 9, and Truck Co. 6, held their Eighth Annual Banquet at the fire house last week. The boys and their friends had a merry good time and ushered in the New Year with joy. A very sumptuous dinner was prepared, accompanied with the usual speech-making which surprisingly proved to all that among them are forceful afterdinner speakers. They take this opportunity to wish their friends a prosperous New Year. * * * In honor of Attorney Frederick Robb of Chicago, Mr. and Mrs. Herod E. McLeod entertained Howardites and friends at their residence, 1815 Hammock Avenue Saturday evening from 6 to 8 o'clock. The young attorney will sail for London this week, where he will be engaged in research work in English Law. He is a brilliant young man, splendid orator and the author of "Negroes in Chicago", a book, very carefully compiled with a mass of interesting information. After the delightful repast, Miss Turner of Ocean City, rendered a few solos accompanied by Mrs. Washington and Mrs. Lambkins. Those present were, Misses Campbell, Sisco, Turner, Mary Washington, Mrs. Redd, Mrs. Cora Tucker Washington, Mrs. J. M. Lambkin, Mr. and Mrs. James Moss, Messrs. Chas. Howse, Brown and Dr. Alleyens, president of Howard Howard Club. Liberty Apartment Hotel just returned from New York City where she visited friend during the holidays. On her return from the "big city" she stopped at Burlington, N. J., to visit her mother a few days. ★ ★ ★ The management of the Dunbar Hotel made extensive alterations recently. They have added a Cafeteria to the well known establishment in preparation of the big rush in the Spring. The new manager, E. Garnes, promises better accommodation than heretofore to the many guests of the seashore resort. *** I note with pride, the excellent management of the beautiful Liberty Apartment Hotel. It is distinctly surrounded with the best class of attendants, each proficient in their particular duties. One of the most important positions in this establishment is held by a demure young lady, who performs her task with suavity and precision. Miss Florence Gross, the lady in question, is the competent secretary of the establishment, handling the cash and the figures. The Waltz Dream was the place of battle between the champion Vandals and the Comets of Philadelphia. In a basketball struggle the Vandals won over their opponents 38 to 14. *** The West Side Republican Social Club gave a Pig Roast and Dance at their headquarters, 401 N. Indiana Avenue, Saturday night. The Northside Jazz Boys supplied the jazz tunes to the enjoyment of all. Messrs. Gaines and Widgeon, managers of the Club were jubliant over the success of the affair. Kid Griffin was charge d'affaires. OPEN ALL YEAR Steam Heat. Room By Day Electric, Baths $1.50 Up European Plan HOTEL DUNBAR A Select Hotel For Colored People 120 N. N. CAROLINA AVE. ATLANTIC CITY. N. J. Phone 9018 Atlantic City Society Mr. Neval H. Thomas of Washington was seen last week-end at the shore. --- Mr. and Mrs. Harold J. Collis of Washington, D. C., spent their honeymoon at "The Playground". They, were recently married and plan to make their permanent residence in New York City. Mrs. Callis. will be remembered as Miss Rosa Belle Lane of the Miner Normal faculty of Washington. ```markdown ``` Marie Winters of Grand Rapids Michigan, is still here continuing her holiday visit. Evidently some attraction is holding her here "overtime". A. B. When in Atlantic City, Philadelphia or on the Campus of Lincoln University, it pays to know MONROE DOWLING. Strictly collegiate. --- The "Faculty Basket Ball" team is being organized preparatory to the initial game in Bordentown the latter part of the month. The men's team formed with a snap but Oh! the women. Our willowy, delicate maidens are shy about playing against the robust girls' team of Bordentown. Instead of a game it usually resolves itself into a battle. "An eye for an eye, etc." Last year the casualties were great among our team and we don't blame them for not wanting to be "beat up". --- Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Mason at 504 N. Indiana Avenue announced the engagement of Miss Minnie Kenner to Mr. Floyd Butler at a very unique party recently. Out-of-town guests from New York, Philadelphia and Newark shared the pleasures of the occasion. --- The Phi Delta Kappa Sorority or Atlantic City had its monthly meet in at the new Y. M. C. A. on Arctic Avenue, Wednesday night. A very interesting report of the convention in Baltimore was given by Julie Goens, who represented the Iota Chapter. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brown, 502 N. Indiana Avenue, entertained a few friends recently in honor of the birthday of their son, Thomas Brown, Jr. The party was a complete surprise to Mr. Brown, who received many handsome gifts from his friends. Musical selections were rendered by Miss Menta Bain, of New York, and Carroll Tate, of Atlantic City. The guests were: Mrs. Johnson, of Richmond, Va.; Dr. and Mrs. S. L. Lucas, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Dempsey, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mason, Mr. and Mrs. Rupert Chase, Mrs. Daisy Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Randall, Mrs. Mary Smith and daughter, Mrs. McDonald, Misses E. McIntyre, Beulah and Minnie Renner, Grace Fowler, G. Anderson, of New York; Richard Alen, J. T. Brock, Everett Johnson MacDowell, Mrs. Rosa Hill, Mrs. Frances Burdett, Mrs. Ella Harr, Mr. and Mrs. Roman, Messrs. Ford, John Major and J. C. Thomas. ```markdown ``` Miss Amazza P. Morris, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. S. L. Morris, 109 N. New York Avenue, entertained at "500" on Wednesday afternoon, at the home of her parents. First prize was won by Mrs. Constance D. Milby, second prize by Mrs. Carrie Esters, and third by Miss Beatrice Childs. Others present were: Mrs. Rupert M. Chase, Mrs. Anna L. Hayes, Mrs. Edith L. Dempsey, Miss Grace Hamilton, Miss Arneita Hamilton, Mrs. Helen Hoxter, Mrs. Pauline M. Martin, Mrs. Edna Gadsden and Mrs. Vivian Foston. --- T: Montgomery Gregory, principal of the New Jersey Avenue school with Dr. Alain Locke, of Howard University, Washington, D.C., has just published through Harper Brothers, New York, the volume entitled "Plays of Negro Life". --- The editorial department of the Encyclopedia Britannica has requested him to contribute the article on Negro drama in the revised edition now in the course of preparation. This article will include a special bibliography on the same subject. Before coming to Atlantic City Professor Gregory was for 14 years a professor of Enlish at Howard University and began there the pioneer work in Negro drama years a professor of English at Howard Players, now the leading group of Negro college players. He and Dr. Locke have long been associated in various educational, and artistic activities. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Robert J. Powell, wife of Dr. Robert J. Powell, 10 N. Ohio Avenue, is on a concert tour in the South. She has given successful concerts at Newport News, Suffolk and Richmond, Va. Alyss Mae Hershaw. About Harlem (Continued from Page 12) lest fellow in the world for a married man. Every winter I send my wife down south for four or five months, and I'm free to run wild if I choose." And the good doctor chooses plenty. The other night I happened to drop in on a gala leap year dance given by the exclusive and debonair little girls of the Les Pleasures Club, and there in the very centre of the floor stood the doctor surrounded by a group of those sweet, charing little maids, all begging him for the next dance. I thought to myself, that it was my turn to do the patting, so I walked over and slapped him on the back and said, "Well, you are certainly a lucky fellow. So that's that, Jackson." BISH KAY. Los Angeles Society The death of Eloise Blbb Thompson, who passed away Sunday afternoon, deprives the theatre of an earnest friend and worker whose value was all too little appreciated. Miss Thompson realized that until the theatre has flowered in drama it has not achieved anything of real importance. Her principles would not permit her to enter the theatre as it is today in a professional way but for years she labored to stimulate an interest in drama through the medium of her work, and her writings will surely be recognized when our theatre finds itself. We extend our sympathy to her husband and family. The elements played a wicked prank on Angelenos with the hardest downpour of rain of the season Christmas Day. And many a Don Juan changed his lady love's gift from useless nonsense to bright umbrellas, leather coats, or a pair of boots, the latter being very popular, even in California, this season. Miss Harriett Jones and Mrs. Isabelle Clifton received such gifts, also Mrs. Frank Sayers of Hollywood. 章 章 章 Mrs. Vera Clark, Mrs. Daisy Bailey, Mrs. Luther Taylor, Mrs. A. E. Guess, Miss Corona White and a large number of folks braved the rain and "unusual" cold weather and attended 6 o'clock Mass at St. Phillips. I came across Miss Corona White and her handsome escort having an early breakfast at the Chick End. The next day Miss White stayed home and a score or more friends visited her home informally during the day. --- Over at Miss Francis Henderson's party an after party of merry friends dropped in for a brief minute;; everybody had lots of fun listening to her musical tea pot play "Tea For Two"—a gift from Mrs. Naomi Booker. --- Many friends called to see Miss Manila L. Owens who has been ill for sometime and gifts came to her from many States and Europe. * * * Christmas Night Dr. and Mrs Jack Smitherman, Miss Ruth Lee, Dr. H. H. Towles and several more friends had a lovely time very informally over to Lottie Bold-Anderson's and 'twas morning before they reluctantly left. ☆ ☆ ☆ Miss Carolynne Snowden had a lovely breakfast for intimate friends at the La Republican Tea Room. And so on. --- Two beautiful sisters, Mrs. Josephine Criner and Miss Marie Prade gave one of the prettiest parties of the Holiday Season at the La Republican Tea Room Wednesday evening. It was called a Pre-New Year Dance and 200 guests were bidden and came. The large rooms of the La Republican were decorated with cedar, poinsettas, holly, etc. Favors of every description added much mirth. The Harmony Kings furnished the music and 2 o'clock even found the Angel City inhabitants reluctant to leave. Miss Prade looked very fairylike in a fluffy gown of delicate blue net, made with heavily beaded bodice; Mrs. Criner wore black georgette with steel bead trimming. Mrs. Jeanette Criner-Howard headed the receiving line and guests included Mrs. Lee Parker wearing a black gown of striking lines; Mrs. Mae Collins in pale pink net and satin; Mrs. Gladys Taylor in something soft, full and long, the cloro of which I cannot remember; Mrs. W. H. Roan in form fitting soft blue satin with pastel shade trimming; Miss Bertha Williams in black pan velvet and silver cloth; Miss Harriett Jones wore black velvet; Mrs. Billie Smith wore green; Mrs. Edith Darkins wore brown and gold and Mrs. Burch wore white medal cloth trimmed with ermine, and many other beautifully gowned women were present. --- Mrs. Criner and Miss Prade are from Louisiana and have been in Los Angeles only a few years. Miss Prade is a motion picture actress, playing parts of Milay, Hawaiian, Indian, Hindu and Mexican girls in many large productions. She is lovely, petite and knows the dances of many nations. --- Mr. Reese Dupree gave a quiet dinner party Christmas Day. The meal was served from pure gold service and covers were lain for Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins, old friends of the host, and Harry Levette, sports editor of the California Eagle. --- Doc Straine pulled a keen party for the Lincoln Theatre cast at his apartment Friday evening after the show. Mr. Straine is manager and owner of the company and is well-known in Chicago, New York, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. --- There were so many parties the past two weeks that apologies must be made for the space accorded them. For— Mrs. Georgia Banks of East 22nd Street gave a breakfast for about 50 Christmas morning at five o'clock; the Misses Ethel and Cleotha Taylor gave an all night New Year's Eve party; the A. K. A. gave themselves a card party Friday afternoon at the home of Miss Francis Curry; the Silver Fox Club made merry on the same evening on East Adams Street! Venice was the lovely little city chosen for the Wee Hour Club party . . . Wee Hour suits this group to perfection for it was dawn before they all departed from the Woman's Club House; Curtis Moore's home was loaned for the Collegiate Frolic Friday and the Dodecagenians, that teen age bunch with all the pep. gave a Kindergarten Vacation Frolic for their members and friends. --- There were two weddings of note during the Christmas holidays—that of M. Winston and Frank Kenneth Thorne, Wednesday before Xmas at high noon. The bride wore a green taffeta bouffant gown and a Spanish shawl of the same shade. Mrs. Helen McFarlin of Seattle, sister of the groom, after as matron of honor, and wore a crystal and rhinestone beaded gown of powder blue. The Rev T. L. Griffith, pastor of the 2nd Baptist Church officiated. After a short motor trip the bride and groom will be at home at 3631 Trinity Street, this City. * * * The other wedding was that of Mrs. Oceola Rowland and Sergt. Benjamin F. Thomas of Nogales, Ariz. The couple were married beneath the American Flag and military decorations of red, white and blue, made an unusual setting for the bride's blue velvet gown with rhinestone trimmings. Dr. and Mrs. T. Pilow, sister and brother-in-law of the bride, were the only attendants. Rev. N. P Greggs officiated. The wedding took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs Oscar Walton on W. 35th Street. Mrs. Thomas is well known here and her husband served as Captain of Co. B., 365th Inf., during the War. A number of dinner parties were given for visiting friends. anniversaries, etc. Mrs. Emma Dinnis of Minneapolis was guest of honor at the Charles C. Perkins' Xmas dinner, where cover were laid for 20; a Christmas Eve whist party was given by Mr. and Mrs. Arthur McNary on Parmalee Avenue; Mrs. Bessie E. Bowens entertained for Mrs. Roy Quinn one evening last week . . . it was Mrs. Quinn's birthday and 16 guests enjoyed a lovely dinner; Miss Catherine Johnson received 23 guests for Xmas dinner and the Siamese 615 Club had a wonderful time at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Irvin E. Stewart Thursday evening. The Elite Art Club of Venice gave their formal dance Thursday THE INTER-STATE TATTLER night at the Brodsky ball room. The hall was elaborately decorated with evergreen, Japanese lanterns and hundreds of varied colored balloons. All the well-known society folk from Los Angeles and Pasadena were guests of the Beach City folks. The gaiety lasted until dawn; and although Venice is a mere speck compared to Los Angeles, they relaly have "it" when it comes to entertaining. * * * Mr. Rexford Harris of the famous Plantation Quartette is home from Chicago for the Holidays. He was a former member of the equally famous Bilbrew Quartette of Los Angeles and has been East several years. When Rex says "California Here I Come", Al Jolson fades in the distance. * * * Mrs. Lawrence McQueen of Berkeley is the house guest of Mrs. George Williams of East 40th Street. * * * Miss Ruth Moore, executive secretary of the Y. W. C. A. in Oakland, and Miss Ida L Jackson, only colored school teacher of the same place, are having one wonderful time here in spite of their disappointment at not being able to attend the grand Boule at Cleveland. Miss Moore is spending the last few days of her vacation in Southern California, in Pasadena, visiting old friends. * * * The annual Christmas dinner for employees of the California Eagle was given Wednesday night, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Bass, the editors, acting as hostesses. Turkey and all the fixings were bountiful and guests included Miss Thelma Porter, Messrs. John Prowd, W. Matt Solomon, R. G. Lamar, S. G. Hamilton, E. L. Dorsey, Harry Levette and George Daniels, Jr. The dinner was given in the Bass' apartment in the Woods building. * * * The passing of Mrs. Frances Givens Green, one of the most popular of the younger matrons, is greatly mourned by leading citizens. Emma Lue Sayers. Newark, N. J., News JAMES E. (BROADWAY) JONES, District Manager 396 WASHINGTON STREET Phone: Mulberry 5405 The pride of Newark Lodge No. 93, I.B.P.O.E. of W. installed the following newly elected Officers at their first regular meeting last Friday night. T. H. Wright, Exalted Ruler. Chas. L. Bernardo, Esteemed Leading Knight. John Catto, Esteemed Loyal Knight. James Schenck, Esquire. A beautiful bouquet of flowers was presented to Dt. Nona Cisco, by Essex Temple 42, I.B.P.O. Elks of W. at the expiration of her term as Dt. Ruler. She was also presented with a purse. *** At the Orpheum Theatre this week the Louisiana Cotton Blossoms, with Mr. Slim Henderson, Jim Moore, and Han Tan Moreland Comedians, and Mr. George Booker, Juvenile Lead. Misses Mandy Randolph, May Bell and Mrs. Gertie Moore, subrettes, and the Original Alhambra Beautiful Chorus led by Mrs. Retta Fairchild, that has played five months at the Alhambra Theatre in New York City, also Kent and Kent the sensational dancers, the extra added attraction, manager Walker sure knows his stuff and if he keeps bringing these classy aggregations to the Orpheum, he will soon be hanging out the S. R. O. sign. The Orpheum Theatre was sold out Monday at the opening performance and it looks like it will be one of the best weeks that this theatre has had in a long time. Durham Society For the past week Durham has been in the grip of a terrible cold wave, so much so, that social activities have been very few. New Year's Day was one of the coldest days Durham has had for the past ten years. It was difficult to stay put comfortably in your own homes due to bursting of pipes and the like. This was also true with cars, radiators bursting, cars just stopping in the road for no other reason at all than that they were cold too. Hence we see pedestrains who really do not walk as gracefully as they ride. They need the exercise and although we do not like the extreme cold weather we surely ought to walk more. All the "fats" rheumatics, maimed, halt, all plodding along. My but some of us looked funny. * * * By the way Durham was supposed to have new license plates on all cars by January the first, 1928. Now don't fool and say your car is frozen when you have not got your license. No fooling. A. MRS. E. D. PRATT, formerly Miss Ethlyn D. Evans of Washington, D. C.. Mrs. Pratt is now residing in Durham, N. C., where she is teaching future bankers the three R's-mainly the third one, in Hillside Park High School. Her husband, Mr. Edward D. Pratt is note teller in the Farmers and Mechanics Bank. The Pratts are prominent in Durham Society. * * * Mrs. Nell Huniter, our Song Bird, as she has recently been called, is all right. Cold weather on New Year's Day had nothing on her. She may be fat, but she didn't have to walk, and her pipes in the house did not over flow so she had a lovely whist party at her home from six o'clock until ten Monday evening, January 1st. It was wonderful to attend a whist party where Nell could not play. Not that she is such a good whist player, but for some reason she gets quite a few of the prizes, so this time they were all taken away. Four prizes were given as follows: 1st to Mrs. Fan Wilson 2nd, Mrs. Maggie Kennedy, 3rd, Mrs. Viola Thompson and 4th, Mrs. Alma Thompson. The service consisted of fried oysters, crab salad, chips, pickles, hot biscuits, tea and pie. Guests: Mesdames Nola Cox, Ruth Spaulding, L. W Wilhoitte, Luda Avery, Lillian Buchanan Alma Thompson, Viola Thompson, Fan Wilson, Sue Norfleet, Lizzie Whitted, Maggie Kennedy, Martha Donnell, Mamie Spaulding, Bess Whitted, Misses Blanch Powers, E. L. Wade, Laura and Omeda Reynolds Grace Cunningham, Felecia Miller. Bettie Wilson, Chat Rivera. A most enjoyable evening was spent. ★ ★ ★ Miss Blanch Meadows spent the holidays with her mother, Mrs. Hattie Meadows. Miss Meadows is teaching in the High School at Burgaw, N. C. While she was in the city several parties were had in her honor, one of which was given by Mr. Rufus Edwards, one of the employees in the printing department of the N. C. Mutual Prof. Harris of Charlotte also visited with Miss Meadows while she was in the city. * * * Miss Eve Darwin Clerk at the Lincoln Hospital has returned to the city having spent some time in Williamston, N. C. Dr. Leo G. Bruce, here and there and every where. Can't get placed. Watch him girls. Mr. Conrad Pearson, special representative of Royal Knights of King David, has returned to the city from Florida. * * * Mr. O. A. Whitted, Travelling Deputy for Royal Knights of King David left the city this week for points in eastern part of the state. ```markdown ``` DURHAM This is not about Durham Society But every body likes a little variety, So about the N. C. Mutual Agents I'm going to tell. The Officers of the Mutual just a year ago Said: "Let's sell the four most Southern States, Don't you know So this they did after much concentration, And Florida. Oklahoma, Arkansas, Mississippi went with every consideration. The Premium Collection before releasing any state. But what will be the collection for eight states and no more, Because for 1927 we are minus the Four? Billy Hill and George Cox are our Agency Directors, So they began to look through their reflectors, Said Billy to George. My, wouldn't it be fine To collect another 1,800,000 if we get the men in line Said George to Billy: Surely we can do it So quotas were sent to the men on the field With the request: This is the amount for your district to yield. Now what do you think the Agents said. No sooner than were their quotas read, "Whatever the Company wants— We are ready to show. So out they started these agents five hundred ded and plundered Until the last week, in December, they were near the goal Billy and George with heads bowed low Yet they knew the agents would do their best. But alas, the reports came pouring in: L. C Hoggard's check of 25 hundred with which to begin. Z. H. Milburn with a hundred was next in line. And Billy and George were feeling fine. John Lewis of Raleigh in his broken down Ford And brought a check of 18 hundred. My. My. how he must have plundered. For this last week was terribly cold, But E. W. Fisher said—Make the goal, So a check of 17 hundred he sent along To let you Know that Wilson was in the throng. 16 hundred from Woodland, 15 hundred from Dean & Clement, 13 hundred from Al. Goodloe who said-I'm Fearing But the checks were coming in thick and fast, Till every district was heard from at last. Then Billy Hill said I knew they wouldn't stop. Look, George--They have actually gone over the top. The agents had not the weather on their mind Said they, We can not be left behind. So through sunshine, rain, and sleet and snow, The North Carolina Mutual has Got To Go. So OVER THE TOP IN PREMIUM COLLECTION 1,800,000 for Policy Holders' protection So to agents, policy holders and all That's "CO-OPERATION"—North Carolina Mutual can't fall North Carolina Mutual Forum on Saturday, the last day in the year. was enjoyable. The New Year resolutions were anrowed down to one representative from each floor, as the President had just said that it would be better not to make so many for breaking, there Mrs. Mamie Jordon, Mr. Wilbur Wright, Mr. Rufus Edwards, and Mr. Charles Pratt resolved that this would be the Banner Year. There were helpful talks by the Office Manager, Mr. W. J. Kennedy and the President Mr. C. C. Spaulding. The officers for the next six months ere elected with Mr. Davis B. Martin as President. Bessle J. Whitted. Worcester, Mass. Hon. Charles E. Scott, the Progressive Democrat, was inducted to office on January 2nd, having been highly honored by receiving appointments on three important committees. --- We understand that the Live Wire gents are planning cabaret entertainment twice a week. We wish you luck, courageous gents. We started the New Year right by cancelling all those hard time story pleasure-seeking patrons. In the future our service will not exceed your co-operation. The Ax Man. H - A - S - H (Continued from Page 8) brim stones await you." With this fear in his heart, and the preachers looking down into his pocket, and the "wolf" who is never entirely out of sight, there is little wonder we are only slowing along. If this loyalty and enthusiasm and cash could be directed into a commercial project, there would be competition for business men in Wall Street, and believe it or not, if just half of the money for beautiful churches was diverted to beautiful necessities, the problem and sub-problems will be then taken care of. It is really an unfortunate state of affairs. Marcus Garvey got off to a most splendid start, but weakened in the stretch. From what I can see, he will not have an equal for a long time, especially in New York. There are truly no big men in Harlem, save to their own little handful of friends and acquaintances. NATURAL HAIR WIGS (Closed Saturdays) Switches, Transformations, Curls, Cluster Puffs, Hair Nets, Straightening Combs and Everything in Hair Goods Wigs Made to Your Measure Free Catalogs sent to out-of-town patrons on Request ALEX MARKS Dept. T 662 8th Ave., corner 42nd St., New York, N. Y. Open Dally, 9 a. m. to 5:30 p. m. Kansas City Society May I introduce Miss Maxine Holmes of Lincoln, Nebraska who is the guest of Miss Gladys Cross, also, Miss Madeline Shipley, who is the guest of Dr. and Mrs. Bruce. A very charming pair. * * * Bennie Moten and his recording orchestra have signed a contract to record in New York and other cities in the east and expect to be gone until spring. Rev. J. G. Robinson is scheduled to hold a revival at Bethel A. M. E. Church. This revival comes at a very opportune time of the year—just after the holidays when all ten commandments are likely to have been broken during the holiday season. It is to be hoped that those whose religion got cold will take due notice and govern themselves accordingly. Hint to the wise is sufficient! --- Dame Rumor has it that Mr. Wilbur Woods, druggist is contemplating a change in his abode from Kansas City to Omaha, Nebr. Also rumored that Hon. C. H. Calloway intends to move to Chicago. * * * Mrs. Louvenia Blake was the recipient of a large turkey from Texas recently, which was placed upon the table with the fixin's to be consumed. Mrs. Blake had as her guests Mr. Tapley and Mrs. Inez Thomas. ★ ★ ★ Bishop and Mrs. Hamlett entertained with a birthday party in honor of their daughter, Miss Esther Hamlett. Those who were favored with an R. S. V. P. were Alfreda Parker, B J. Smith, Evanston, Ill.; Ruth Daniels, Baldwin, Kansas; Rev. and Mrs. Rosser; Myles C. Stevens and Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Parker, Lawrence, Kansas. ☆ ☆ ☆ Dr. W. H. Bruce held a reserved table at the Del Ray Garden New Year's Eve in honor of Misses Maxine Holmes and Miss Madeline Shipley. ```markdown ``` Misses Candace Huffman, Taylor, Glenn, Raglan and Bailey returned from Chicago. Monday night. --- Mrs. Cecil Redd of St. Paul, Minn., is visiting her husband's parents, Rev. and Mrs. O. T. Redd. Mrs. Marshall Love is spending a few weeks with her mother-in-law. Mrs. Kitty Love. --- Mrs. Mable Lewis, formerly of Chicago, has just opened her studio for piano and voice culture and it is the latest thing in that line. The grand baby piano is the last notch. ```markdown ``` Mr. and Mrs. Marvin De Appleton, and Miss Jerrine Hortense Patrick, who spent New Year's Day with Mrs. Appleton's parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Banta, have returned and reported the weather as being fine having only 18 degrees below the zero point to contend with. E. L. Anderson and Mrs. Jay Johnson were married November 27. it has been learned. Mr. Anderson formerly was a member of the famous Georgia Minstrels and is a great bass singer, also a whistler, and has now signed a contract to make records, knowing that this is the only way left now to have the last word. Anita Otey. Weak Back Strengthened Quickly If it hurts your back to lift a heavy object, if you have strained the back muscles, if a "cold has settled in your back," or if you suffer from lumbago, put on a Red Cross Kidney Plaster and you will get relief almost at once. It gives the support needed by the weakened, sore muscles. It provides a continuous automatic massage with every movement of the body, thus relieving congestion and stimulating circulation in the affected tissues. The medication is absorbed through the skin and goes directly to the weak, sore, lame muscles, quieting the pain, relieving the irritated nerves, and restoring the free use of the muscles. Be sure to ask for Johnson's Red Cross-Kidney Plaster with the red flannel back. At all drug stores. That Baby You've Longed For That Baby You've Longed For Mrs. Burton Advises Women on Motherhood and Companionship For several years I was denied the blessing of motherhood," writes Mrs. Margaret Burton, of Kansas City. "I was terribly nervous and subject to periods of terrible suffering and melancholia. Now I am the proud mother of a beautiful little daughter and a true companion and inspiration to my husband. I believe hundreds of other women would like to know the secret of my happiness, and I will gladly reveal it to any married woman who will write me." Mrs. Burton offers her advice entirely without charge. She has nothing to sell. Letters should be addressed to Mrs. Margaret Burton, 259 Massachusetts, Kansas City, Mo. Correspondence will be strictly confidential. --- A MOHAMMEDAN SCIENTIST From Africa Why Worry About Your Troubles? AMADU Is the great OCCULT and Master Mind of Mystic Sciences. Can help you in case you are suffer- ing, in love, in business and other affairs of human interest. Consultation strictly confidential. Write or call at Studio. 206 West 129th Street, New York Phone: Morningside 5287, 9 A. M. to 10 P. M. Flu May Start with a COLD So-called "com mon" colds a dangerous. Grip or Flu may resu Check the co promptly. HILL'S Cascara-Bromid Quinine tablets stop a cold in one day. Drive out the poisons. Play safe! Insist on HILL'S, in the red box. 30 cents at all druggists. O NEW YORK, FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 1928 THE BAND Fletcher Henderson, His Orchestra and Dancing Maids Leonard Harper, clever floor show producer, will present another great revue at the Lafayette Theatre next week, featuring Fletcher Henderson and Maude Russell. Mr. Henderson and his famous Roseland Orchestra are widely known throughout the east. They have played for most of the big social affairs in New York. The insert shows a bevy of Harper's winsome dancing maids. ---