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The Inter-State Tattler Mary Jane VOL. V. No. 4. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 1929 PRICE TEN CENTS PER COPY Published Friday of every week by the Inter-State Tattler Publishing Co., Inc., 3296 Seventh Avenue, New York, N. Y. Phone: Edgecombe 6661. Entered as second-class matter February 26, 1926, at the Post Office in New York, N. Y., under the act of March 8, 1878. Subscription rate $3.50 per year. Vol. V. No. 4. Friday, Jan. 25, 1929 To entertain, intrigue and delight you—the 1929 promise of the Interstate Tattler. Published Friday of every week matter February 26, 1926, at the M. FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT is a cousin of the late Theodore Roosevelt, and the Negro has every faith in the Roosevelts. The name has a magic charm, second only to the immortal Abe Lincoln, that endears it to the Colored citizens of the state and nation. The Negro does not want "Special Legislation" but the "Op ortunity to Participate" and "Representation" in the government of the state. --- 4 JULES BLEDSOE, "Old Man River" of Showboat fame, who will appear in concert before a distinguished gathering at FortuneGallo Theatre Sunday. The Interstate Jattler A Suggestion To a Liberal Governor A Suggestion To a Liberal Governor it was in the case of ex-Governor Smith. We trust that the new Governor will bear this in mind when he comes to consider the claims of colored citizens. This writer once sat in an audience and heard the renowned late kinsman of Governor Roosevelt make the following statement in reference to a prominent Negro: "Mr. Scott is the kind of colored man I like to see join white men in discussing the problems in which the interests of white and colored people are jointly concerned. I go further and say that Mr. Scott is the kind of colored man I would like to see join white men in the discussion of problems which concern only the interests of white people." The italics are ours. We believe it is the loftiest expression of the American ideal of citizenship ever uttered by an American statesman. We commend it to the attention of our new Governor. He will find in New York State many colored men as able as the one referred to by his distinguished cousin. These men will not request special favors; they will not require petting and flattery. If the Governor will approach them in the spirit in which the late Colonel Roosevelt approached his colored fellow citizens he will find them both willing and competent to serve the State either with advice or in ways more tangible. More. He will be living up to the expectations of fair minded colored New Yorkers and evincing a regard for the humanities a Liberal is expected to show. And he will be a Roosevelt. With only an interval of one administration separating his first and second terms, Alfred E. Smith governed New York State four-fifths of a decade. His administrations were probably the ablest any governor has ever given any American State. Nevertheless a majority of the colored citizens of the State were not satisfied with his attitude toward their political aspirations. While he never evinced any overt hostility to the race Governor Smith ignored the demands of the race for participation in the important functions of government. For this reason many Negroes who admired his ability and integrity opposed him during the latter years of his political career. The Tattler did not take that stand. We felt that although Governor Smith was indifferent toward our claims for recognition colored citizens shared with other citizens the benefits of his wise administration of the affairs of the State. Holding that view, we supported his gubernatorial policies and urged his election to the Presidency. Now the governorship is in the hands of another able man—a Liberal and a Roosevelt. Because of his broad social views, and because of the traditions of his family, the colored citizens of the State expect the new governor to show a warmer interest in their desires than was ever shown by ex-Governor Smith. The mental horizon of Governor Roosevelt is not shortened by East Side limitations of his predecessor. Therefore indifference toward the race will not be as venial as Important Changes in the Jules Bledsoe Concert at the Gallo Theatre, This Sunday Eve.. January 27th at Nine Robert Karr of the Jules Bledsoe concert announces that the famous Italian Soprano, Filomena Casciani, will replace Viola Philo in the role of Aida, assisting Jules Bledsoe who will portray the role of Amonasro in the scene from the Opera "Aida", which Robert Karr is presenting with lighting effects and in costume. The orchestra composed of members of the N. Y. Philharmonic Symphony will be conducted by Hans Lange, the assistant conductor of the Philharmonic. In the rendition of his classic songs and Negro Spirituals, Mr. Bledsoe will be assisted by the famous Russian pianist, Emanuel Bay, who will also render a group of modern compositions by Rachmaninoff, Prokozeff and Scriabine. The concluding number on the program will be "The Creation" by Louis Gruenberg, who has just arrived from Paris, in order to conduct the orchestra for Mr. Bledsoe. The program will be as follows: I. Turn not, O Queen, thy face away (from Esther) ..... Handel Amarilli, mia bella ..... Guillo Cacih Non Piu andrai "Arla" ..... Mozart Du bist die Ruh, Op. 59, No. 3. Wer nie sein Brot, Op. 12, No. 2. Nacht und Traume, Op. 43, No. 2. Der Wanderer, Op. 4, No. 1. Schubert Prelude, G Minor ..... Rachmaninoff March (from Love of the Three Oranges) ..... Prokofieff Prelude, Op. 27 . Etude, Op. 8 ..... Scriabin Scene from Alba, Act III (in costume) .Verdi Scene and Duet "Clei! mio padre (Aida, Amonasro) Filomena Gasciani and Jules Bledsoe Assisted by members of the N. Y. Phil harmonic Orchestra Hans Lange, Conductor INTERMISSION Negro Spirituals. Jesus sittin' on de water side Clarence Cameron White Wake up, Jacob! Don't you let nobody turn you around Clarence Cameron White He arose Bledsoe "The Creation" . Louis Gruenberg A Negro Sermon based on the poem by James Weldon Johnson Members of the N. Y. Philharmonic Orchestra Louis Gruenberg, Guest Conductor Louis Gruenberg, composer of the "Creation," has just arrived from Paris to conduct his own composition. Having been away to Europe when the premiere of his work was given by the League of Composers in 1926 with Bledsoe as soloist and Koussevitsky conducting members of the Boston Symphony, this occasion of Bledsoe's own concert will be the first opportunity for Mr. Gruenberg to hear his own composition, when he will conduct members of the N.Y. Philharmonic. ANNOUNCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT We shall issue in the near INTER-STATE TATTLER dede NEGRO HARLEM. The Negro Real Estate Brok in this development, notwithss nouncement he has suffered th We shall issue in the near future, a special number of the INTER-STATE TATTLER dedicated to the development of NEGRO HARLEM. The Negro Real Estate Broker has played a conspicuous part in this development, notwithstanding the ecconiums of denouncement he has suffered through the pioneering which has brought to all undreamed of prosperity. We shall attempt to glorify the men and women whose tenacity and genius made it possible for the small investor to get a lasting foothold. ALVIN J. MOSES, Editor Inter-State Tattler. To be smart, sophisticated and clever—the 1929 policy of the Interstate Tattler. EX-GOVERNOR SMITH Nuttman Many colored voters did not cast their ballots for Al Smith in the recent presidential campaign, although they supported the state ticket. This was due to his indifference to the Aframerican citizens' pleas for recognition and participation in the functions of government. They felt that Al was catering to the South's prejudice. THE WEEKLY NEWS ALELLA WALKER, heir of the late Mme. C. J. Walker, whose estate is valued at over a million dollars. Miss Walker is at present touring the States and visiting the Walker agents. Her husband, Dr. James Kennedy, is assistant physician in charge of the United States Veterans' Hospital at Tuskegee, Ala. future, a special number of theicated to the development of or has played a conspicuous part standing the econiums of de-rough the pioneering which has prosperity. We shall attempt to lose tenacity and genius made it to get a lasting foothold. --- A man walks past a house in a residential area. I PEARL EDWARDS, looking for all the world like the "Pearl of great price." is one of the many reasons why Tattler' readers find our pages easy to look at. Mary ANNA CECILE WRIGHT, a subscriber in our recent drive, who is loud in her praises of the general make-up and news matter dished out to Tattler readers. A. MRS. J. W. ROSE, former Harlemite, who resides in sunny California. She is the widow of J. W. Rose, famous restaurateur. The image shows a woman standing in front of a window with a decorative frame. She is wearing a sleeveless black dress with a floral pattern on the front. Her hair is styled in a sleek, straight manner, and she has a subtle smile. The background is a neutral color, providing a contrast that highlights the woman's figure. Beautiful VILLA A SMITH, one of the rant is a popular Harlem Rendexvot beautiful VILL. A SMITH, one of the reasons why Tabb's Restaurant is a popular Harlem Rendezvous. Beautiful VILL.A SMITTH, one of the reasons why Tabb's Restaurant is a popular Harlem Rendexvous. The J. W. ROSE bungalo in California THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Social Snapshots Geraldyn Dismond Friday, January 25, 1929 THE exclusive Flushing Tennis Club of which Eugene Kinckle Jones national executive secretary of the Urban League. is president. gave a delightful formal mid winter dance at the League Building in Flushing. Friday evening. Harlem and Brooklyn were well represented and the weather O man furnished a perfect night for a journey to the island. The smartest of gowns and the most brilliant of personalities made the affair the elegant party we expected. Among the guests were: Dr. and Mrs. E. P. Roberts, Dr. and Mrs. Ernest R. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Ira Aldridge, Mr. and Mrs. Ira De A. Reid, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer A. Carter, Dr. and Mrs. Rudolph H. Fisher, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Kinckle Jones, Dr. and Mrs. Albert S. Reed, Dr. and Mrs. Forest Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. P. W. Joyce, Mr. and Mrs. Noah D. Thompson, Dr. and Mrs. Curtis of Patterson, N. J., Mrs. Charlotte Kyle also of Patterson, Mr. and Mrs. William McKenney, Mrs. Alice Lloyd, Mr. T. Arnold Hill, Dr. and Mrs. C. H. Pinckney, Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer F. Lucas, Mr. and Mrs. Lyndon Hoffman Caldwell, Mrs. Wiley Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Austin, Mrs. Bessye J. Beardon, Mrs. Helen Hagen, Mr. and Mrs. Fallings, the Misses Derrick. Charlotte Mahood, Ellen Waller and Helen Lankford, Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Elzy, Mr. Clinton Harris and Dr. Fred Miller. * * * The latest Club to sponsor a gala affair for the year 1929 presented itself at an informal blowout at the Renaissance Casino last Friday evening in the personnel of the Ivy Art Circle. For once, the Casino was not decorated to beat the band, but what with all Club banners, pennants, and enough palms to enchant the atmosphere of the place, what else could a mortal want? Being one of those lucky evenings whereas Dame Rain decided to go to sleep, and the wind to have a fling, it was a balm to the soul of the dancers, since, although the affair was to be informal, the dancers came formal, very much so. The younger set was in evidence all evening. The matrons added to the charm of it all. The men even dunned tuxedos for the occasion. Vernon Andrades and his orchestra played right on as usual. In fact, they played the same pieces over as often as five times, due to the continuous plaudits of the patrons for another encore. The waltz numbers were the prettiest. A group even originated a number in which they did the old fashioned Virginia Reel a la the modern way. This was one of the rare dances at which almost nobody could be found sitting it out. On the floor here, on the floor there, sliding, gliding, tapping, stamping and two Lindy hopping couples, swaying, dancing, moving all to the rhythm of the music. Too much can't be said about this affair except that it was a jolly good one and everybody there did enjoy himself. Congratulations to the Ivy Art Circle for furnishing such an enjoyable evening for all those present. We look forward to another such event with more than a passing interest. Among those present, Clubs and all, box holders too, were: Jolly Seven Club, Question Club, Jed Art Social Club, Legional Hour Social Club, Just Us Girls, Garden Club, the Comos Club, J. Thomas Arthur Sterart, Lutilla V. Douglas, Robert Drain, Julia V. Johnson, Billy Hatcher, Ethel Wilson, Richard Lowe, Wilhelminia Lowe, Coral Lowe, Bruce Anderson, Herbert Bumpus, Earline Levister, Johnny Earle, Helen and Anne Douglas, Louise Anderson, Catherine Noisette, Mrs. E. Briggs and party, Robert Harris and party, Mrs. Lindsay and party, Mr. Gonzalez, Mr. Bishop, Mr. and Mrs. Lowe, Mrs. J. Crawley and party, Lillian Dumas, Marvin Eckford, Mr. W. Blackwell and party and lots of others. You should have been there, that's all. We had a glorious time after all. ★ ★ ★ Earl W. Wilkins of the Kansas City Call paid Harlem a visit last week. He brought me a hello from Billy Smith. * * * The Billy Pierces were the only "race people" except myself and Comegys, who was my host, that I saw at the American premiere of Jonny Spielt Auf, Saturday night at the Metropolitan. Instead of the riots that greeted the performances in Europe, Jonny got a big hand from Broadway. He reminded me of nothing so much THE NEW YORK TIMES WILL.LLAM LICKSON, popular Syracuse agent of the Tattler, who came to New York with the remains of his beloved wife, the late Henrietta Jackson. as a black edition of Ted Lewis, and I'm dinged if he didn't have his hair greased down in the proper Harlem fashion. Jonny's solos in the Scenes one and four of Part II were the high spots for me. The finale, I know, made Mr. Ziegfeld green with envy. A suspendous scene with black Jonny on top of a huge revolving globe, directing the jazz that set the world Charleston-ing. I wonder what the worn red plush of the Met thought of the modern opera. I liked it, although I must admit that modern dress is most cruel to the large figures of Opera singers and the stride that becomes the royal purple and ermine is ludicrous when done in a bath robe. * * * The Coolbreeze Edith Peacock McDougald, and Laurie Farnell of Philly graced Harlem with their charming selves Sunday. They are returning for the Bledsoe recital. Which reminds me, that some friends of Jules, and not the Jules himself, are pitching the party Sunday night at the Lark Tower after the concert. I also heard that Uncle Tom McCleary Stinnette and Bill White are leading a whole row of stags. Caska Bonds is recovering from the Flu. Has been quite ill, trained nurse and everything. He sat up last Friday for the first time. * * * Blanche Ross is celebrating her birthday Friday evening. What a party that will be. * * * Etna Frye finally decided to leave him and pay us a visit. She is the guest of her sister. Bess Tompkins. Rose Mcwell has fallen for the swank Flu. Ethel's doesn't seem the same without her. Dr. Alonzo De G. Smith is submitting an oil painting and a pastel for the New York Physicians' private exhibit. * * * Dr. Rudolph Fisher's mother is recovering from an operation for appendicitis. ```markdown ``` Uncle Tom McCleary Stinnette is moving his family to the Strathmore. ★ ★ ★ The Marshall Rosses have a new Weber baby grand. When do we celebrate? * * * The Exhibition of small sculptures with ivory soap a medium, opened Monday at the 155th Street Branch of the Public Library. The collection is truly remarkable and deserves the attention of the community. Lawrence O. Hicks' "Rest" was selected as the best piece; Eakin Brooks' "Flying Dutchman" and "Unity" the second; Francis Ford's "The Potter", the third best and his group the best in its class. Honorable mention was received by J. Benjamin for "The Pilot"; Gertrude Shaw for "Fuss in Boots"; Ellis Ford for "The Gnome". M. Charming JULLIE FITZGERALD who entertained Las Estrellas at her palatial home in West 130th Street. Charming JULLIE FITZGERALD who entertained Las Estrellas at her palatial home in West 130th Street. The judges were Miss Mary G Davis, Dr. Alonzo DeG. Smith, Mr James Hubert, Mr. Lawrence Freeman and Miss Sarah Krapkoff. Too much praise cannot be given to Augusta Savage, sculptress, for her unstinted instruction and assistance and Mr. E. P Robinson, manager. Coffee and cakes were served before the awards by Miss Beatrice Doty, librarian. Paramount and International Newsreel, will show pictures next week of the exhibit and the children at work. Many of the patrons of art in Harlem were present including Dr. and Mrs. Alonzo DeG. Smith, Sadie Holley, Mrs. Hodges, Arthur Schomberg, Prince Eket, Scholley Alex, Geraldyn Dismond, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Freeman, Mrs. Carlton Botson, Mrs. Macco Pinkard, Nellie Becker, Mr. and Mrs. Iggins, Mra. and Mrs. Johnson, Cleveland Allen, Carol Clarke, Theodore Upshure, Helen Grant, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Strothers, Georgia Washington, Bertha Lambert and many others. * * * Royalty and an fait society will mingle with us at the Jules Bledsoe concert this Sunday evening, at the Gallo Theatre. Among the patrons are Viscountess de la Jarrie, Prince and Princess Michavelli, Prince and Princess Serge Guin, Baron Von Seebeck, Count Wichfeld, Grand Duches Marie, Mrs. William Randolph Hearst, Miss Mary Hoyt Wiborg (society leader), Mr. Lyon (Pres. of Westinghouse Electric), Mrs. Louis W. Brown, Mr. Chas. Winninger (of Show Boat), Miss Edna Mac Oliver (of Show Boat), Mr. and Mrs. Thos. S. Buchanan, Mrs. Alma Wertheim, Mrs. Mary White Ovington, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Austin, Dr. and Mrs. Marshall Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Bearden, Dr. and Mrs. Binga Diamond, Dr. and Mrs. Boutte, Mr. and Mrs. Walter White, Dr. and Mrs. Thos. H. Russell, Mr. Felix Tfl Hughes, Miss Edith McDougald of Philadelphia, Mrs. Laurie Parnell of Philadelphia, Mr. William White, son of Clarence Cameron White, Mr. McCleary Stinnette, Miss Georgette Branch, Mrs. Mayme Briggs, Mrs. Fannie Fiall, Mr and Mrs. Rufus Baird. * * * Mrs. Edwin A. Smalls entertained Mr. and Mrs. Harold Crawfort, Mr. and Mrs. William Smalls, Miss Beatrice Brown, Daisy Manigoult, Theodore Eady and Marion Smalls, at dinner last Sunday. A very enjoyable afternoon and evening were spent. *** On January 16 Sergeant Samuel J. Battle of the 16th Detective Squad, was given a surprise birthday dinner at the beautiful villa of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Frazier's at Fleetwood, New York. The guest of honor had just turned 46, 18 years of which time has been spent in the New York City Police Department. The Frazier Villa is one of the show places of Westchester County and Mrs. Frazier is noted for her elaborate parties. A nine course dinner was served to the guests along with some of the best S. SERGEANT JESSE BATTLE who was feted on his forty eighth birthday by the Fraziers of Westchester. pre prohibition viands obtainable, and an elaborate birthday cake covered with 16 candles. Other gifts were given to the Sergeant. The guests included: Mrs. Florence Battle, his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Leonard, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Crumpler, Mrs. Elaine Harvey, Mrs. Clifford Myers, Mrs. Pearl Judah and Mr. John DeVaux. After dinner bridge and dancing were enjoyed until early morning when the guests motored through beautiful Westebester to the big city. Mrs. Frazier was voted the most perfect hostess. ★ ★ ★ Mrs. Hattie Hopkins Moore, widow of the late Dr. Moore of East India, is now the new Mrs. Noah D. Thompson. The Thompsons were quietly married last Wednesday, January 16th at St. Charles Church, where Mrs. Thompson is choir director. Mrs. Thompson has the distinction of being the first person to sing James Weldon Johnson's Negro Anthem. They are at home in the Dunbar Court Apartments. * * * Mrs. Mary Henderson has announced the marriage of her niece, Irma Margaret Holland, to Dr. W. Rollo Wilson. The ceremony took place on Friday June 29, 1928 in New York City. The newly weds will be at home after January 27th, 1929 at 763 N. 47th St. Apt. A.1, in Philadelphia. * * * What a hand. We thank you. "Please permit me to compliment you on the very clever way in which you put across your message last evening over station WABC. Your voice is certainly well adopted for the microphone and your cheerful manner and appreciation of the things that do interest a thoroughly mixed audience is almost uncanny. The Negro Achievement Hour is to be complimented on having secured the services of one who is destined to be as popular among "Harlem listeners" as "NTG" is among the general listening public. You are a broad little broadcaster, broadcasting far and abroad, driving home in a most delightful way interesting messages concerning us here and abroad. JAMES C. THOMAS." Page Five If you want to take twenty years off your age, stop in at the Rockland Palace and join the roller skaters. My word! What fun! There are races and games on roller skates and King Rex and oodles of assistants to give you a hand. (I should say, arm.) M. H. BURNS 1914 It is marvelous sport. If you don't think so ask Paul Bass and the Dots. On Saturday afternoon the school children are admitted and supplied with skates for fifteen cents. Hundreds of them come out and don't they have a good time! By the way, you don't have to bring your skates. The sixty-five cents you pay for admission includes skates. * * * The "Poker Dot" restaurant at 50 School Street, Yonkers, N. Y., has become the Mecca of those in the Metropolitan district who desire good music and entertainment in a clean and wholesome atmosphere. This popular place is crowded every Saturday and Sunday evening with guests to partake of the palatable duck and chicken dinners prepared by "Pop" Miller, one of the famous colored chefs of the East, and to enjoy, and to dance to the entrancing strains of Prof. Adams' Jazz Orchestra. The well appointed banquet and reception halls have proven a boon to many of the elite, and every night there can be found people of distinction and smart parties enjoying themselves to the utmost. The accessibility of the "Poker Dot" via rail, subway or automobile to New York City, New Jersey, and points in Westchester County, and Connecticut explains in a measure its popularity. If you want food that delights an Epicurean, and music and entertainment that drives away all weariness, just pay a visit to the "Poker Dot", under the supervision of its genial host, George K. Collins. \* \* \* Mine, Sarah Spencer Washington, founder and president of the Apex College of Beauty Culture, 200 West 135th Street entertained with a "Get together" reception in honor of Apex graduates and agents at the beautiful Witaka Club. Tuesday evening, the night of the annual graduating exercises. The program was directed by Mrs. L. V. Douglass who acted as mistress of ceremonies. She introduced Mrs. Clarice Walker, national organizer of Apex Clubs who delivered an interesting address on "Cooperation", Mrs. Walker announced that Mme. Washington will soon offer Apex agents an opportunity to share in the profits of the business, the first time any manufacturing organization has granted its agents such a privilege. The following graduates received diplomas: Videla Lee, Florence Miller, Eugenia Thorpe, Geniveve Hall, Alberta Berry, Leona Lewis, Mable Potter, Jennie Burton, Bessie Parker, Nellie Taylor, Eula Terry, Ruth Summerville, Vivian Fiall, Lucy Dickerson, Mary Deibol, Rhoda Myles, Alice Freeman of Savannah, Ga., Mrs. Stevenson of Columbia, S. C. and Mrs. Paterson of Chicago, III. After the program a delightful collation was served and Nappy Napoleon's Orchestra supplied music for dancing. Among the agents of the Apex System present were Nann Davis, Pearl Christian, L. V. Johnson, Ethel Archer, Marion Smalls, Morris of Roselle, N. J., Misses Anna Armstead, Elizabeth Scwell, Eurlie Wilkie, Peaches Castile, Lillian Fernandez, Earline Levister, Rose Gerald, Marie Noisette, Beatrice Whitby, Jane Jackson, Maude Smith. Other guests included Marvin Eckford, Arthur L. Stewart, Alvin J. Moses, Wm. Brown, Misses Ann Douglass, Lillian Dumas, Helen Douglass and others. * * * Theodore (Dutch) Neil and Pauline Johnson have joined the ranks of the married folks. Much luck and happiness to you both! BROOKLYN people have been resting during the past week (the ladies especially have been getting in their extra hours of beauty sleep) in preparation for the Charity Ball at the Academy of Music; the Sellers and Travis wedding reception at Community Centre, both tonight, and yes, the "Gays" celebration, too on Saturday, the twenty-sixth, starting at five and ending at ? ask me another! Page Six BROOKLYN people have been res ladies especially have been getting sleep) in preparation for the Charity the Sellers and Travis wedding recep tonight, and yes, the "Gays" celebrate sixth, starting at five and ending at ? Mrs. Ann Crichton Montero of 287 East 55th Street, Brooklyn, entertained last Sunday in honor of her brother, Francis D. Crichton of Washington, D. C. The guests were: Mr. Henry Davis, editor of the Amsterdam News; Dr. Kelly Miller, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. C. Jacobs, Mr. and Mrs. Willard Price, Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Thorne, Mrs. Mary Fulcher, Dr. George Frazier Miller, Dr. and Mrs. Waller, Dr. and Mrs. Richard Birnie, Dr. and Mrs. W. Kemp, Mrs. Julia Jackson, Mrs. Jerome Burge, Mrs. Cora C. Horne, Mr. and Mrs. L. Brown, Mr. Delma Crichton, Mrs. Walter Simon, Miss Edna Fitzhugh of Washington, D. C.; Mr. and Mrs. Cohen Johnston, Miss Mary Coleman, Mr. William Holly and others. --- * * * Miss Paula Johnston entertained at her home on Hancock Street recently. * * * All the Gays have been invited to the popular Fish dance on February 1st. I recall Mrs. Dismond's descriptive account of the last Fish dance. It was idealistically portrayed and brought to a conclusion with these lines—"Fishie, Fishie in the brook, didn't we have fun by hook and crook?" Shall we join the Fishie, "Gays". The Gays are loyal Brooklynites they rarely attend New York affairs. Their motto might very well be Brooklyn first, last and always. And those of you, who know our borough well can readily understand why we feel that way. It is honestly and truly a fine, beautiful, friendly, old town. * * * We have a newcomer in our town, girls and boys. He is Edward Parsons, Jr., hails from Dayton, Ohio, fine musician, swell dancer—he is class A type and a N. Y. U. student-to-be. We page Paula Johnston who does know her vegetables—Greetings. Edward—we welcome you—join our ranks! * * * Our sketches continue this week with NORMAN JOHNSON, the "one and only" who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Johnson of Van Buren Street. He is a graduate of Franklin K. Lane high school and at present a sophomore at St. Johns college preparing to enter law school for his L.L.D.-member of Omega "Frat". Norman is real nice; broadshouldered, five feet eleven, hazel eyes, blonde hair (real hair, no make believe about it) and by far the best looking fellow in that particular gang of his, or any gang anywhere. LULA BURTON, cute, clever, charm 1 HAWAIIAN SYSTEM HEADQUARTERS Reg. U. S. Patent Office BUILT ON MERIT HAWAIIAN SYSTEM TREATMENTS GROW HAIR. THOUSANDS BENEFITED DAILY special tonics used for scalp troubles. New York City Branch. 115 WEST 133RD STREET LET US SERVE YOU. Our trained agents quickly find themselves the most popular persons in their community. Instructions by mail. Agents wanted EVERYWHERE. Two months treatment $2.00. Send for catalog. Address all mail to Mmo. T. G. Bramlette, 1532-7th Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. ing and sweet—Lula is a June, 1928, graduate of Franklin K. Lane high, having completed her high school course in three years and was given a medal by the D. A. R. for excellence in history and a Bossom certificate for co-operation in government. During Maria Elena LILLIAN HERNANDEZ, Prominent Social Welfare Worker and Churchwoman of Brooklyn, N.Y. --- her senior year, Lula was editor-in-chief of the school magazine- "The Lane Mirror"—which took third prize at Columbia University as one of the finest among high school and college magazines throughout the States, Alaska and Hawaii. In Lane she was also president of two school clubs. Lula won the 1928 scholarship of $150 given by Tau Omega and Lambda Chapters of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and at present is honor chairman of two classes at Hunter College. She is also editing a column in "Spotlight", the Brooklyn branch publication. English is her major and she plans to teach, and later on become a journalist. I must say something about Lula's poetry. She is quite a poet. ```markdown ``` Some people get things by hook or crook. Lila dear, we know you took Charlie Moore's picture out of my book. Girl-friend, act your age. * * * Arrangements have been completed under the direction of Miss Velma Gadsden for the Gay Defenders first anniversary celebration which takes place Saturday. ☆ ☆ ☆ A number of Broklynites and New Yorkers were the guests of Wesley Young Paul at his home, 271 Halsey Street, on Saturday evening when a birthday party was given in his wife's Mary honor. The home was beautifully and artistically decorated in radiant colors, and the gifts were varied and numerous. At mid-night the guests were ushered into the dining-room where a sumptuous and tasty repast was served, THE BROOKLYN PRESS introducing our Brooklyn Business Manager. HENRI T. STUCKER. News and advertisement copy will be welcomed by him at 1084 Fulton Street. amidst the felicitations of all. Pearl Martin, a student of Mr. Edward Margetson, sang a solo, after which everybody danced to the strains of music by H. Arthur Smith, and Rupert Baptiste. Among those present were Dorothy and Violet Lucas, Inez Nicholas, Elsie Nicholas, Anna Corbin, Ella Ward, Geraldine Hayes, Rocna Bennett, Thelma Herod, Pearl Martin, Maude Lewis, Augusta Daniels, the Arthur Reids, Anderson Alexanders, Cyril M. Lucases, Christopher Whites, Rupert Baptistes, Arthur Jackmans, Edmund Haynes, John Haynes, Cecil Gordon, H. Arthur Smith, Eddie Beach, Victor Westmorland, Rudolph Prudhomme, George Hawes, and Weslay MaeD. Holder. * * * Lyllian Hernandez has removed to her new three room apartment. Happiness complete! She says--I can now read my Tattler in comfort. * * * Subscriptions for the trattler are received at the Brooklyn office, 1084 Fulton Street. * * * Amy Stewart, popular Social Fan of the Tattler, enjoys these cold days at her home on St. James Place reading the Tattler and wondering what the unknown courier enroute from Washington loks ilke, whom she is to meet at the Penn. Station! Hey! Red Cap Page! Tel. Harlem 2771. MYRTLE'S Beauty Shoppe MOBRITTA A. WRIGHT, Prop. Dress Designer PORO SYSTEM MANICURING MAROELLING FACIAL 2209 Seventh Avenue NEW YORK MARVELLO BEAUTY SHOPPE and SCHOOL All branches of Beauty Culture Practised and Taught 232 West 135th St. Tel. Aud. 10211 Laura S. Gibba Proprietor LEARN A PROFESSION Are you capable of making money whereby you can soon become financially Independent— OR Are you a "Wage Slave" who works hard making others rich and happy. Arouse your ambition. Be your own boss. Make real money. THE CHORUS Within the past 12 months 198 students, many of of whom were formerly stenographers, nurses, dress makers and school teachers, have graduated from this school of advanced beauty culture. 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 oom 110. Edgecombe 9860 "Key to the Unfair Sex" Hugh M. Randolph You are the master of the girl you don't desire and the slave of the girl you do. 2. A girl is like a violin string. She responds to anyone who knows how to play on her. Neglect will put her badly out of tune. You have to keep her keyed up, but if you strain her too far, she will snap. She makes the sweetest music for the one who makes her tremble. 8. Follow, but don't run after a girl. 4. You can lose your heart as much as you like, as long as you keep your head. Never lose your temper with a girl. But sometimes pretend to. 5. Let a girl have anything except your goat. Anger is a good gun, but temper is deadly at the breech and harmless at the muzzle. 6. However, holding your peace is worth three times as much as making it. A girl's interest in anyone else is largely curiosity. 8. When a girl starts treating you coldly, the problem is whether to let her walk over you, or tell her where she gets off. It all depends on whether you prefer to be discarded from strength or weakness. 9. Let every girl have confidence in you, but none be sure of you. 10. Unless you believe in putting gasoline in a fire extinguisher don't ever offer a girl logic in the middle of a fight. 11. Don't tell a girl when you are going to call her up next. But if you do promise, keep your word. Be unexpected but dependable. 12. Never promise a girl anything and LEARN A P Are you capable of making money financially independent- THE INTER-STATE TATTLE delay. A girl can forgive you, even respect you for a refusal. But she'll despise you for breaking a promise. 13. If you make a noise like a jackass, you must expect girls to ride you. 14. Be mysterious about the other girls you know, and you'll have three good allies working for you within the fortress—curiosity, jealousy and the love of overcoming obstacles. 15. If you behave all your life, you are afraid of missing something and if you don't, you are afraid of a lot of other things. The Hotel Olga guests for the week included Mr. and Mrs. R. Anderson, Hartford, Conn., Mr. S. Brykin, Philadelphia, Mr. G. Shelton, Philadelphia, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Johnson, Stanford, Conn., Mr. and Mrs. James Lee, Nyack, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Matthews, Philadelphia, Mr. John White, Atlantic City, Mr. James White, Atlantic City, Mr. and rMs. H. L. Gaines, New London, Conn., Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Wilson, Philadelphia, Mr. J. W. Scales, White Plains, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Pinkney, Washington, D. C. Mr. Frank Ede, Westpoint, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. M. McGuire, Philadelphia Mrs. Lillian Ross, Washington, D. C. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Murray, Boston Mr. William Vickens, Jacksonville, Fl. Mr. B. H. Johnson, Washington, D. C. Mr. G. W. Johnson, Hartford, Conn. Mr. and Mrs. Beckett, Detroit, Mich. Mr. and Mrs. B. A. White, Baltimore REMOVAL NOTICE Mme. Ruth Walker announces to her friends and patrons that she is now located in her new premises The Cosmopolitan Beauty Shop 1122 FULTON STREET BROOKLYN N. Y. Hours from 10 A. M. to 9 P. M. ROFESSION whereby you can soon become riday, January 25, 1929 NEWARK, N. J., by HARRY W. BURROUGHS. HEAR Ye! Hear Ye! All you big timers and joy spreaders keep out Broome Street. The man has his eye on that street. It is listed and on e boks. * * * Olivia Blackburne, and Mary Stockes who are cashiers at the box office in the Orpheum Theatre always have that fascinating smile for everyone. The marriage of Miss Cora Ellison and Mr. Milton G. Higgins took place on Monday, January 7th, in New York City. Mr. Higgins is Past Exalted Ruler of Pride of Newark Lodge No. 93 chairman of Trustee board of above lodge, and Past Dictator of Reindeers. All friends wish Mr. Higgins and his bride the best success in their new adventure. * * * Liberty Lodge No. 4 of Reindeers had their public installation on last Monday evening at Dreamland Academy. Louise Chapter was also present and made a very favorable showing. Many remarks wree made by several brothers, including Dr. Wright, Exalted Ruler of Pride of Newark Lodge No. 93. Brother Edwards of Asbury Park, and Princess Way. Brother Alexander Braithwaite, the outgoing Dictator made some timely remarks telling how thru his untiring efforts he has placed Liberty Lodge, one of the foremost colored lodges in New Jersey. The following officers are installed: W. W. Brown, Dictator, "Chippy" Byrd, Vice-dictator, Nickolas, Lecturing Dictator, John Clark, Master Dictator of Works, and Wm. Burroughs, Guard, also Pelman, Secretay, Charles Rogers, Treasurer. The incoming Dictatof, Brother W. B. Brown was presented with several huge floral pieces by some ladies of Louise Chapter. --- Manager Walker, of the Orpheum Theatre, has everybody's favorite this week, Butterbeans and Susie. The last time they were here in our fair city, one had a hard time procuring seats, so come early and avoid the rush. * * * The Sultan Club, one of Newark's young and progressing clubs, is going to spring us a big surprise in the near future. Well, we are all from Missouri. * * * At Belmont Avenue School, last Tuesday evening, Students' Counevil defeated the Carlton Y. 43-14. Samuel Tucker and W. Ward scored heavily for the Student Council. Cecil Cos certainly is doing his share in cleaning up for those Crack New York teams. On February 1st, Manager Cos and his cohorts, travel to Atlantic City and Rheims Post, No. 564, Veterans of Foreign Wars of Atlantic City. Manager Walker of the Orpheum Theatre, certainly knew his onions in securing those three sweet and charming ushers in the person of Misses Mary Smith, Esther Smith and Willie ing ushers in the persons of Misses May Stokes. They certainly have wonderful personalities and do all in their power to please his patrons. * * * In one of the most brilliant social functions of the season, the Women's Auxiliary of Kerny Memorial Hospital at Dreamland Academy. It was a charitable affair in order to raise funds to secure beds for one at the hospital. Dr. Kerny led the Grand March by the ladies and made a few brief remarks concerning the purpose of their work. Among some of the distinguished guests were Dr. Leroy Baxter, Mr. and Mrs. Carter, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Vorhees, Mr. and Mrs. George Free, Mrs. Cobb, Mr. Raymond Walter, Mr. and Mrs. Asby, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Freeman, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Every, Mr. Miller, Mr. Leonard Freeman, Mr. Frank Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Rink, Mr. Leonard Wright, Mr. Kirk Marrow, of Luke Gancy, Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Price, Elizabeth, N. J., Mr. George Bates, Mr. Gilbert Jones, Mr. and Mrs. RuWinter, Miss Hasbrick of Middletown, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. Richard Booker, Mr. and Mrs. White, Mr. and Mrs. Clayton Figs, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Baxter, Mr. Kenarth Woodruth, Mr. Reginald Gibbs. Music was furnished by Prof. George Free's Orchestra and an enjoyable time was enjoyed by all until the wee wee hours of the A. M. Now Renting--Occupancy Feb. 1 $ ^{1st} $ Open Day and Evening—Daily and Sunday Until 8 P.M. THE HOTEL PARK L 321 Edgecor One of New York's Mo Housekeeping Appart 1-2-3-4 Rooms, Kitc This apartment has been planned home for the fastidious tenant. No e or construction. Every latest improve rooms are unusually large, the one a vided with kitchenettes. The three kitchens. The following are some of the FRIGIDAIRE—Electric refrigeration PARK LINCOLN 321 Edgecombe Avenue One of New York's Most Charming Avenues Housekeeping Appartments in Suites of 1-2-3-4 Rooms, Kitchenette and Bath This apartment has been planned to provide the most comfortable home for the fastidious tenant. No expense has been spared in quality or construction. Every latest improvement has been incorporated. The rooms are unusually large, the one and two room apartments are provided with kitchenettes. The three and four rooms have separate kitchens. The following are some of the outstanding conveniences: FRIGIDAIRE-Electric refrigeration. KERNERATOR INCINERATORS- OTIS ELEVATORS - Two of the automatic. 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A six story elevator apartment erected on the highest part of upper Harlem, overlooking Colonial Park and Commanding a magnificent panoramic view of the Eastern part of the City. ```markdown ``` Reasonable Rentals Representative on Premises Page Seven The officers of the auxiliary of the hospital are Mrs. Grace Fenderson, President, Mr. Wiley, vice-president, Mrs. Cobb, treasurer, Mrs. Free, Financial Secretary, Mrs. L. Rinck, Recording Secretary, Mrs. Sammons, corresponding Secretary. YONKERS, N. Y., by CURTIES RUTH. MR. AND MRS. JOHN HAMILTON are first in line for entertaining About 75 or more were present at their home on Thursday evening January 17th to celebrate the couple's 15th wedding anniversary. Our charming hostess looked most beautiful in a rose colored gown Lelong style. In the dining room the guests with Venetian lace, a table covered with Venetian lace, and in the center was a beautiful wedding cake as a center piece. Each place was adorned with rose colored sweet peas. We feasted lavishly on chicken patties, ice cream, coffee, punch and something else. The happy couple are proud of two sons John, Jr., and Harold, both students in High School. Mrs. Hamilton aside from being a successful mother is also in the business world making our women more beautiful from her beauty shop on Nepperhan Terrace. They were the recipients of many beautiful and costly gifts. During the small hours of the morning we unwillingly left to go home only wishing for another such affair. * * * The social given by the Young Men's Usher Club of the Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church of 42 Irving Place on Friday evening January 18th at the home of Mr. Lester Kingsland of 123 Waverly Street was well attended. The school boys and girls as most of them were had the week-end free of worry until Monday and they really had a delightful time. These cold days have afforded great pleasure to the sports who were seen ice skating at Dunwoodle, Van Cortland Park and even in North Yonkers. ```markdown ``` The "Flu" and the "Grippe" have brought many persons to their sick beds. Mrs. Elizabeth Graham, a victim of the grippe is out of the sickbed and is convalescing. SYRACUSE by WILLIAM H. JACKSON. William H. Jackson, formerly of New York City, but now of Syracuse, representative for the Tattler, made a hurried call to New York City to attend the funeral of his wife, Mrs. Henrietta Jackson. While in the City, Mr. Jackson spent many hours with his relatives, Mrs. Floretta Washington and Mrs. Eva Lynch. The funeral of Mrs. Henrietta Jackson who died on Thursday, January 17, at 6.45 A.M. was held from the Walker Memorial Church on Sunday, at 1 o'clock. She was a member, in full standing, and a great church worker. Deceased is survived by her husband, Wm. H. Jackson, her daughter, Mrs. Floretta Washington, two brothers William and Joseph Winston and one sister. Rev. Saunders performed the ceremony. * * * The funeral of Mrs. Lena Jackson, who lived at 712 E. Washington St., life long residence of Syracuse, died on Thursday, January 10, was held from St. Philip's Episcopal Church, Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Deceased is survived by husband, Harry Jackson, daughter, of Buffalo, N. Y., Miss Helen Williams, two brothers, Lonnie and Roy Wilson. Father Ogburn performed the ceremony. Interment was in Morningside cemetery. Mr. David Sharp, of Mallone, N. Y. stopped at the Savoy Hotel last week. Mr. and Mrs. Lawson, of Pine Street are now on the sick list. SANTAL MIDY CAPSULES For Annoying or Painful Bladder Evacuation Get the genuine Santal Midy Effective-Harmless Sold by All Druggists The The The Theatre BENNIE BUTLER, Theatrical Editor The Lafayette Mid gorgeous costumes and beautiful girls, Cora Green stepped forth last Monday afternoon at the Lafayette Theatre, to score one of her greatest, possibly the greatest, triumph of her career. Earl Dancer presented his new musical comedy star in one of the finest musical comedy presentations it has been our pleasure to enjoy at the popular old Seventh Avenue playhouse. "Ebony Showboat" is the title to Mr. Dancer's newest effort and we believe that it is as good if not better than anything he has produced in the past. There's no doubt in our mind about the success of this musical comedy presentation when it is booked for Broadway, as we understand it is to be sometime in the spring. Miss Green is well supported by a cast of notable entertainers. There's the inimitable Maude Russell, known throughout the country as the "Slim Princess". Then there's Sterling Grant, a singer whose voice has won him glory in a number of Broadway productioins. Alex Lovejoy takes care of the comedy end of the program ably assisted by Laura Smith, a promising comedienne and saucy, vivacioius "Billie" Yarbo. Walter Brogsdale and the Birmingham Four with Maude Russell, take care of the melodies, aided by the band under the direction of Izzy Myers and clever Mable Ridley at the piano. Yes, we believe that Earl Dancer's "Ebony Showboat" is sure to be one of the outstanding musical comedy vehicles of the year. The music is good dancing fine, the comedy somewhat about the average and the action swift and certain. All in all, it is nicely balanced and the acting very good. The Terror The second greatest all-talking Vitaphone photoplay, "The Terror" will be presented at the Lafayette Theatre next week. Accompanying the picture will be Billy Mitchell's revue, "Spilling The Beans." Undoubtedly one of the greatest pictures ever made, the action is intensified by the spoken words and all the sounds that naturally occur in the action. At the Lincoln At the Lincoln Theatre this week, they have a three-in-one policy, presenting a photoplay, musical comedy and a dramatic sketch. Andrew Bishop is the feature artist and appears in the sketch entitled, "Every Girl". The acting is very good and judging by LINC First Colored Theatre in Harlem NOW PLAYING—UP A Triple Prog ANDREW BISHOP Presents An Interesting LINCOLN First Colored Theatre in Harlem 58 West 135th Street NOW PLAYING—UP TO SUNDAY NIGHT A Triple Program of Merit ANDREW BISHOP Presents An Interesting DRAMA with JIMMY BASKETT and Others “‘GEORGIA PEACHES’” A Gorgeous Musical Comedy with JOHN MASON DUSTY FLETCHER A Chorus of Peaches and Many Others PHOTOPLAY THUSDAY TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 24, 25, 26, 27th “FREEDOM OF THE PRESS” COMING—ALL NEXT WEEK HARRY WEST'S VANITIES NATURAL HAIR WIGS Switches, Transformations, Curls, Cluster Puffs, Hair Nets, Straightening Combs and Everything in Hair Goods Wigs Made to Your Measure Free Catalog sent to out-of-town Patrons on request ALEX MARKS, Dept. L. 662 8th Avenue, corner 42nd St., New York, N. Y. Open Daily, 9 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. (Closed Saturdays) Page Eight the way the Monday crowds stormed the popular little amusement house, these sketches are highly desirable. Others in the sketch are: William Edmondson, Jimmy Baskett and Pal Roberts. John Mason, late comedy star of the unfortunate "Deep Harlem" company, along with Columbus Jackson, also of Deep Harlem", take care of the comedy. This revue is entitled, "Georgia Peaches" and has a world of snap and go. Aiding the two comedians are: Rosa Henderson, Alice Gorgas, Rose White, George Whittinger, and a fast stepping bevy of dancing children. Campbell and Farrow do the hoofing. The screen story is called th "Freedom Of The Press" and is jammed full of tense and thrilling moments. It is a fast moving and interest holding photoplay of American city life, crowded with action from start to finish. This is part of the program is scheduled from Thursday until Sunday night. The Alhambra The playlet at the Alhambra Theatre this week, is a weird sort of a sketch entitled "A Man's Conscience," which is producing acting that is creating a great deal of controversy. George Randol, governor of one of our states is haunted by the memory of a crime he committed years before he won such signal honors. The crime preys upon his mind so that he dreams of it at night. In one of his nightly visions he is brought to trial and justice is meted out in one of the severest forms. Barry Carter as an old hypnotist, gives an amazingly true character picture; Susie Sutton and Al Watts are home-town folks of the unfortunate of ficial; Edna Harris is the governor's charming daughter, Ted Blackman, her fiance, and Artie Cain, a spirited maid. The story as told by the clever work of these popular entertainers proves highly interesting. The action is fast and there's a thrill such as you will not experience very often. "Egg-Nogg", the musical comedy revue between which the dramatic playlet is sandwiched in, finds our heroes and heroines traveling far and wide. And they'll keep you laughing with their amazing and amusing action that follow their every move. Billy Higgins, Johnny Lee Long, Viola McCoy, Dick Campbell, Alma Travis, and of course, Amanda Randolph, dart in and out of the situations, and the sixteen Alhambra Girls make many quick changes from Harlem to the tropics and back again. In the feature picture, which com- * * * pletes the triple program, Ralph Graves and Mary Carr star in "The Swell-Head." At the Wednesday night show, Lady Luck will be present again. "The Police Shake-Up," is promised by the Alhambra management to be the most exciting drama yet produced in Harlem. This play, next week, will take the audience right into the Police Headquarters of a big city. VIVIEN D'ARTHUR LUCILLE HEGEMAN, popular singer of blues, who is always a welcome addition to the Whoopee of the Avenue. What a camping pose, Oh Boy! ALHAMBRA NOW PLAYING THIS WEEK GRIPPING DRAMA BY ALHAMBRA PLAYERS "A MAN'S CONSCIENCE" A Crime of Years Ago Rises Up to Accuse a Governor — Hear the Haunting Sleigh-Bells — See the Dream Trial Before a Court of Eternal Justice. "EGG NOGG" With the Comedians and Girls BESIDES PICTURES Triple Program 25c, 35c, 50c. Extra Midnite Show Wednesdays Next Week's Tense Drama: THE POLICE SHAKE-UP Next Week's Revue: HOP-OFF Two Rooms, one extra large, in theatrical neighborhood. Ideal for women. All conveniences. Just like home. Call in morning before 12 o'clock. G. B. JONES 3rd Floor West 216 West 133rd Street Trailing the Spotlight By THEOP By THEOPHILUS LEWIS The Matter of Civilization VARIOUS attempts have been in Harlem. For several, they have failed. In trying to customary to seek their cause heartedness of the people engage over. Sometimes they do not and function of the theatre. The quit in the face of obstacles whir surmount. At least it seems that Perhaps that conclusion is why the devoted people who little theatre have not achieve tackled a different and more bearers who have founded little white folks' little theatre is the commercial theatre. The objective lish a dramatic theatre. The difference amputating a wart and remove a rotting spot from his figure, so let us say the different tween planting a geranium in a into a truck garden. Surely the human ingenuity; it has been of it is a man's size job whenever involving a knowledge of engineering. In the same way to put over a knowledge of the psychic force the stage. No art can be developed background. The theatre—and the vehicle of drama, not as a men not come into existence until the ing has reached a certain point rose cannot precede the leaf. The question is, Are the New people of Marlowe's England for a successful Negro little the little knowledge of the nature bulldog courage. The courage in edge. On the other hand, if Africanized culturally it is as useful as it would be to try to make beard. I broadcast these pearls of tion of swine, because another little theatre in Harlem. More made to create a Negro drama that we have reached our culture people usually produce their more then those ardent souls who have creation of Negro drama are be to work, suffer, lie, swindle, pror so and the victory is won. attempts have been made to establish a life elem. For several, perhaps numerous, real failed. In trying to account for these fa- cils to seek their causes in the inexperience of the people engaged in trying to put the times they do not know enough about the form of the theatre. Sometimes they turn to a place of obstacles which more determined sp At least it seems that way. That conclusion is not quite fair. Probably voted people who have tried to put over the have not achieved success is because different and more difficult task than the w who have founded little theatres. The object of little theatre is to correct the vices of theatre. The objective of our little theatre is static theatre. The difference is the same inputating a wart and excavating a man's setting spot from his duodenum. Maybe the stuff we say the difference is the same that being a geranium in a tomato can and turning a garden. Surely the latter is within the quity; it has been done time and again. New its size job whenever and wherever it is to knowledge of engineering as well as farm same way to put over a Negro little theatre of the psychic forces as well as the esthet do art can be developed without an adequ The theatre—and here I speak of the the drama, not as a mere forum of entertain- ment to existence until the society of which it reached a certain point in its cultural develop- ment precede the leaf. Question is, Are the Negroes in America as o of Marlowe's England? If they are, the t tousal Negro little theatre, provided its auth edge of the nature of the institution and age. The courage is more important than the other hand, if Aframericans are not suffi narily it is as useless to try to establish be to try to make a normal boy of eight. Last these pearls of wisdom, probably for these, because another effort is being made in Harlem. More accurately, an effor mate a Negro dramatic theatre. I am of the one reached our cultural adolescence—the only produce their most vigorous drama. If hardent souls who have consecrated themse Negro drama are bound to succeed. They fer, lie, swindle, pray and sweat blood for the victory is won. VARIOUS attempts have been made to establish a little theatre in Harlem. For several, perhaps numerous, reasons all of them have failed. In trying to account for these failures it is customary to seek their causes in the inexperience or faint-heartedness of the people engaged in trying to put the movement over. Sometimes they do not know enough about the structure and function of the theatre. Sometimes they turn yellow and quit in the face of obstacles which more determined spirits would surmount. At least it seems that way. Perhaps that conclusion is not quite fair. Probably the reason why the devoted people who have tried to put over a Negro little theatre have not achieved success is because they have tackled a different and more difficult task than the white torch bearers who have founded little theatres. The objective of the white folks' little theatre is to correct the vices of their commercial theatre. The objective of our little theatre is to establish a dramatic theatre. The difference is the same that exists between amputating a wart and excavating a man's insides to remove a rotting spot from his duodenum. Maybe that is a bad figure, so let us say the difference is the same that exists between planting a geranium in a tomato can and turning a desert into a truck garden. Surely the latter is within the scope of human ingenuity; it has been done time and again. Nevertheless it is a man's size job whenever and wherever it is undertaken, involving a knowledge of engineering as well as farming. In the same way to put over a Negro little theatre involves a knowledge of the psychic forces as well as the esthetic flaws of the stage. No art can be developed without an adequate cultural background. The theatre—and here I speak of the theatre as a vehicle of drama, not as a mere forum of entertainment—cannot come into existence until the society of which it is a flowering has reached a certain point in its cultural development. The rose cannot precede the leaf. The question is, Are the Negroes in America as civilized as the people of Marlowe's England? If they are, the time is ripe for a successful Negro little theatre, provided its authors have a little knowledge of the nature of the institution and a lot of bulldog courage. The courage is more important than the knowledge. On the other hand, if Aframericans are not sufficiently advanced culturally it is as useless to try to establish a theatre as it would be to try to make a normal boy of eight grow a beard. I broadcast these pearls of wisdom, probably for the edification of swine, because another effort is being made to start a little theatre in Harlem. More accurately, an effort is being made to create a Negro dramatic theatre. I am of the opinion that we have reached our cultural adolescence—the time when people usually produce their most vigorous drama. If I am right, then those ardent souls who have consecrated themselves to the creation of Negro drama are bound to succeed. They have only to work, suffer, lie, swindle, pray and sweat blood for five years or so and the victory is won. Wouldn't It Be Grand? Wallace Thurman's melodrama to open in New York February Wouldn't it be amazing if "Black of a hitless season, should be start? And wouldn't it be grand Thurman's melodrama "Black Belt" is in New York February 11th. At least so be amazing if "Black Belt", appearing at the season, should be a wow and a sellout wouldn't it be grand? Wallace Thurman's melodrama "Black Belt" is scheduled to open in New York February 11th. At least so I'm told. Wouldn't it be amazing if "Black Belt", appearing at the tag end of a hitless season, should be a wow and a sellout from the start? And wouldn't it be grand? One of the outstanding events for this month was the song recital of Leon Johnson, tenor, with Lydia Mason, accompanist, which was held at Imperial Elks' Auditorium. Wednesday evening, January 23rd at 8:30 P.M. The Musical Courier of October 18th, says of Mr. Leon Johnson "He studies in Boston, Mass., with Hubbard (teacher of Roland Hayes) and "AMERICA'S LEADING LAFAY 7th AVE. CA'S LEADING COLORED THEATRE FAYETT 7th AVE. at 132nd ST. "AMERICA'S LEADING COLORED THEATRE" LAFAYETTE 7th AVE. at 132nd ST. TALKING PICTURES — MUSICAL COMEDIES NOW PLAYING (UP TO SUN., JAN. 27th Incl.) CORA GREEN IN EARL DANCER'S "EBONY SHOWBOAT" Broadway's Next Musical Comedy Hit FEATURING PHOTOPLAY: RICHARD BARTHELMESS in "OUT OF THE RUINS" NEXT WEEK—BEGINNING MONDAY, JANUARY 28 The Vitaphone Thriller "THE TERROR" The Greatest of Talking Pictures BILLY MITCHELL'S Merry Musical Mix-Up "SPILLING THE BEANS" With A Cast of 35 THE INTER-STATE TATTLER men made to establish a little theatre perhaps numerous, reasons all of which account for these failures it is lies in the inexperience or faintness in trying to put the movement know enough about the structure. Sometimes they turn yellow and much more determined spirits would not way. Not quite fair. Probably the reason they have tried to put over a Negro and success is because they have difficult task than the white torch of the theatres. The objective of the correct the vices of their com- of our little theatre is to estab- difference is the same that exists and excavating a man's insides to duodenum. Maybe that is a bad science is the same that exists be- tomato can and turning a desert latter is within the scope of one time and again. Nevertheless and wherever it is undertaken, greeting as well as farming. Over a Negro little theatre involves less as well as the esthetic flaws of shaped without an adequate cultural where I speak of the theatre as a large forum of entertainment—can't the society of which it is a flower in its cultural development. The Negroes in America as civilized as men? If they are, the time is ripe theatre, provided its authors have a lot of the institution and a lot of more important than the knowl- americans are not sufficiently ad-ess to try to establish a theatre in a normal boy of eight grow a wisdom, probably for the edifica- effort is being made to start a accurately, an effort is being static theatre. I am of the opinion natural adolescence—the time when most vigorous drama. If I am right, we consecrated themselves to the ground to succeed. They have only joy and sweat blood for five years ma "Black Belt" is scheduled ry 11th. At least so I'm told. k Belt", appearing at the tag end a wow and a sellout from the has sung with success in the metropolis. He sings equally well in French, Italian and English. High A flats in Bondi Eserno (Handel), emotional expression in "Life and Death" (Coleridge Taylor) and true Negro interpretation in "Nobody Knows de Trubble Use Seen", all are marked by intelligence and expressive bearing in his singing. COLORED THEATRE" VETTE at 132nd ST. Backstage with Stagestruck GALLO THEATRE WEST 54 St. This Sun. Eve., Jan. 27 At Nine Only Concert Appearance this season of the Eminent Baritone JULES BLEDSOE THE OL’ MAN RIVER of “SHOW BOAT” Featuring Scene from the Opera “Aida” in costume and “The Creation” by Grunberg ASSISTED BY MEMBERS OF THE N. Y. PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA HANS LANGE and LOUIS BRUENBERG, Conductors Direction: Robert Karr—Tickets $1, $1.50, $2, $2.50, $3 LEARN TO DANCE Dancing Is a Necessity. We Teach You All STAGE AND SOCIAL DANCES Waltz, Fox Trot, One Step, Black Bottom, Argentine Tango, and Lindberg Hop. We Train You Direct for All Broadway Revues $5 and $10 Will Start You Dancing Children’s Class—Every Sat. 50c, under direction Miss Mary Williams PROF. DARLING MACK’S STUDIOS 150 WEST 136th STREET, NEW YORK CITY Telephone Bradhurst 6459 Friday, January 25, 1929 WELL, THIS IS the last week at the Tremont Theatre, Boston, Mass., for Lew Leslie's second edition of the "Black Birds." Saturday night (Jan. 26th) they break camp and leave for Philadelphia, Pa. Their stay in the Quaker Metropolis is an indefinite one up to May, when they are supposed to sail for "Merry England" for another indefinite run. Enroute to Philly, the "Birds" may tarry a while (over Sunday), in New York. Due to an oversight, in our last week's issue, we stated that the "Black Birds" had a run of 12 months instead of 12 "WEEKS." * * * "MISS CREOLA" is the attraction booked this week at the Appollo Theatre of Chicago, Illinois. Will Masten and Virginia Richards are the featured artists supported by a cast of some twenty-five entertainers. Among those listed we find the following well known names. Nora Collins, Sam Davis, Jersle Cryor, Chick McIntosh, Obie Smith, Rastus Murray, Katherine Burke and Eddie Williams. * * * GARLAND HOWARD'S wonderful little story of a courageous Negro bellboy entitled, "Appearances," will end the Chicago engagement this coming night at the Princess Theatre. Too bad we have not more such productions and not the vicious presentations featuring all that's bad in the Negro. * * * "HONEY" BROWN wants the whole wide world to know that she's a long long ways from being a dead one. The rumors of her death several weeks ago had the clever little toe dancer "Lind berging," and how. She was ever so quick to notify the press and her friends of her being very much alive. MARGARET HATTON. de- mure member of the Blackbirds of 1928, the reigning Broadway super production. MILTON STARR of the T. O. B. A. has purchased another playhouse which he will open sometime in February. The new investment is located in Spartanburg, S. C., and was formerly the Dunbar, but will be re-Christened the Starr Theatre when opened. * * * THE HOWARD THEATER of Washington, D. C., is still featuring Shelton Brooks with Gallie De Gaston, Charles Ray, Putney Oandridge and the ever popular Howardettes, clever dancing girls, in "Parisian Nites," a new veh- GALLO THEATRE WEST ST. 54 St. Only Concert Appearance this JULES BLED THE OL' MAN RIVE Featuring Scene from the and "The Creation ASSISTED BY MEMBERS OF THE N HANS LANGE and LOUIS Direction: Robert Karr—Tie 12 a v e r p r e h e r icle. This is the fifth week for Shelton and his company. THE WHITMAN SISTERS are at the Royal Theatre of Baltimore, Md., this THE NEW YORKER week. Most of the Whitmans' old stars are with the girls, including Princess Wee Wee. * * * "PLANTATION DAYS" is the attraction billed this week at the Booker Washington Theatre. Those listed in the cast are: Sammy Lewis, J. Homer Hubbard, Edna Lewis, Johnny Gardner, Nora Burke, Willie Toosweet, Billy Cornell, Bebe Ellen, Allan McSwain and Babe Mickey. * * * "HONEY MOONING" is the name of the vehicle playing at the Walker Theatre this week. A few of the entertain- This Sun. Eve., Jan. 27 At Nine season of the Eminent Baritone OSOE R of "SHOW BOAT" Opera "Aida" in costume by Gruenberg Y. Y. PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA BRUENBERG, Conductors ers listed in the billing are: Everett McGarrity, Billy Ledmond, Clyde Rhoades, Clarence Lee and the featured star, Sarah DeCoursey. * * * "IN ABRAHAM'S BOSOM" is to have a Canadian engagement some time this summer, if plans of the Falk Concert people work out as expected. The vehicle has been idle now for several weeks. Thomas Mosely, Inez Clough, Alton Burleigh and Lillian Gillam were The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person, but no identifiable features or clothing can be discerned. four of the outstanding stars of the production. Sunday evening, January 27 at nine. Robert Karr presents the eminent baritone, Jules Bledsoe, assisted by Filomena Casciano, soprano, Emmanuel Bay at the piano, and members of the N. Y. Philharmonic Orchestra; Hans Lange, conductor; Louis Gruenberg, guest conductor. * * * Letters were plentiful again this week, but space will not permit of my publishing or commenting on them this week. Watch next week's Tattler for some interesting news items. J. MARDO BROWN of Ziegfeld's "Show Boat" presents the sensational tenor HARRY Delmore of Boston in his first New York appearance in a CONCERT RECITATION Andrades Lindsay, Accompanist at Grace Congregational Church 308 WEST 139th STREET on Sunday Afternoon, 3 O'CLOCK February 3, 1929 General Admission $1.00 AMERICA'S UNRIVALLED REVUE HIT! 10th Sensational Month LEW LESLIE'S BLACKBIRDS with ADELAIDE HALL ~ BILL ROBINSON AIDA WARD ~~ TIM MOORE WORLD FAMOUS BLACKBIRDS ORCHESTRA and JOHNNY HUDGINS fastest, funniest & most tuneful extravaganza in including the song success of the Nation. "I CAN'T GIVE YOU ANYTHING BUT LOVE" PRICES EVES $1.00 to $3.85 MATS. $1.00 to $2.50 NO TAX ELTINGE THEATRE W. 42nd ST MATS WED. & SAT MIDNITE SHOW EVERY THURS. Lady Nicotine Meets Cora Green No matter how many celebrities I number among my acquaintances, I always experience a thrill with the prospect of meeting a new one. So, for days I had been glowing over the fact that on a certain Friday I was to be presented to Cora Green. Relying upon the truthfulness of what I had read and learned of stars and their temperaments, my heart fell when the Friday came, dreary and unpropitious - the sort of day that would ruffle the calmest of spirits. With not so high hopes, therefore, I trudged around to Coachman's Hall where Earl Dancer was preparing Cora Green for her latest vehicle Ebony Showboat. The usual rehearsal hall scene greeted me - girls in work suits, boys in shirt sleeves, the inevitable audience of musicians, extras and pressmen. While I stood a trifle confused and disconcerted, up came a smiling little brown lady on the arm of Earl Dancer and voila, I had met Cora Green. We sat in a corner and proceeded to get acquainted. Rather, I got an atmosphere and background for all the information that for years I had been collecting about Cora Green. The first time I had seen her across the footlights was in Chicago when she, Florence Mills and Ada "Bricktop" Smith left the Panama Cafe to do vaudeville as the Panama Trio. I sat in the first night audience at the Grand Theatre, as near the first row as I could get, and lost my heart to the caarming three. I became a Green fan and my information collecting began. I learned that she was a native of Baltimore and had started her stage career at the age of fourteen; that she was born with a gorgeous contralto voice and never had any special instructioin. Before she came to Chicago she worked in musical tabs and with an act Green, Pugh and Green. The Panama Trio was a vaudeville headliner for three years, after which each member struck out for herself. Miss Green tried Irvin Miller's "Put and Take" and Cremer and Layton's "Strut Miss Lizzie". Then she teamed with Hamtree Harrington and for five years was the sensation of Broadway and Europe. Miss Green has been resting for five months and the Ebony Show Boat, which opened Monday at the Lafayette Theatre, is her first appearance this season. She will sing, dance and for the first time offer her admirers a dramatic monologue. The real Cora Green is a difficult person about whom to write. Not because she is difficult to approach she is anything but that but because she is so unaffected, sincere and genuine, and so reserved. What a conservative lady! Instead of the yellows and red that cry for a skin so fine, smooth and brown as her's, she was dressed in black black satin gown, black silk hose, black that heeled shoes with only Page Nine a white betlowered scarf for relief. Her brown hair was parted on the side and rolled in a simple knot at the nape of her neck. Her only jewels were a pair of antique gold earings, the kind our grandmothers used to wear. She apparently wanted to talk about everybody except herself. Ebony Show boat, she is sure, will be a hit; she does not think of it as a Broadway production, but has a presentation act for cinema houses. No, she never goes near the theatre; she prefers to cook and keep house. The attitude of the chorus girls toward her is perhaps the best indication of her character. At the close of the rehearsal they all came fluttering around her. It was Miss Green this and Miss Green that. They wanted her help, her praise, the warmth of her sympathy and her understanding. And while they worked, she would occasionally whisper a suggestion or call attention to a poorly performed bit, but always with a smile and in a manner that would be least offensive. I was most anxiolus to watch her rehearse. And eventually I was rewarded. Her greatest charm is that she tells the story of a song so perfectly that not a "the" or "an" is missed. For her specialty she is using the popular ballad "How About Me" which is well suited to the tender twang of her contralto, the slight rhythmic swaying of her body, and to her half closed dreamy eyes. She is a hard and conscientious worker, accommodating, uncomplaining and sympathetic. At the end of her song, I asked, "Do you ever have stage fright?" "No," she answered, but I dread to practice in front of Mr. Dancer." "Why?" I asked. I couldn't keep the surprise out of my voice. "Because he is so critical and I am so sensitive". And that is Cora Green. NOW BOOKING Three Great New MICHEAUX PRODUCTIONS "THE BROKEN VIOLIN" "THE WAGES OF SIN" And "A FOOL'S ERRAND" All With a Great All Star Colored Cast Distributed By Micheaux Pictures Company 200 West 135th Street New York City The High Hatters Positively no items of malicious intent will be accepted for publication on the High Hatters' page. Address all communications for this section to Frances Fairchild. Editor of the High Hatters. The Publishers. I do not know why I love you; You have given me nothing of value. Or even said you love me. You are just like the God I pray to The more I supplicate and adore, The less you have for me in store! Good news! Everyone knows about the Marguerite Tea Room, 152 West 132nd Street. Well, along with the present wonderful service and deliciously prepared vituals, the Marguerite is to add in a very short while a Grill which is so needed in these parts. The proprietor, Mr. Ellerby, has secured the services of a man well known to all New Yorkers Arthur Allen Dismuke in the capacity of manager, and he is hoping to meet all his old friends and acquaintances at the Grill in a short time, where he will make things as pleasant as is possible. The High Hatters' Editor offers this apology for the Editor of the Philadelphia page about the article concerning Dr. Clarence Green. It is against the policy of the Inter-State Tattler to publish articles that are untrue and of malicious intent. Josephine Noble, why be so cruel to Paul when you know he loves you? The gang thinks it very mean of you A prize fighter named Harry Dudley sure means to make a come back. When a pretty girl calls for him at the Douglass Hotel he sends the message that he's not in. At last we've met the beautiful little Pud; beauty of face as well as form. No wonder Reggie Spencer says he has the sweetest little girl in all the world. Is it because you are afraid the sharks will bite that you don't bring her to Harlem with you? We wonder? Constance Perdue (sister of the famous Cierance), is one of the sweetest girls in Harlem. But she won't give the shicks a tumble. Her cute reason is Van, who is the cream in her coffee. Well, they do make a cute couple. * * * Why didn't you let us know the time and place? It would have been much more fun. Pauline Johns and Dutch Neil. However, here's wishing all of your troubles will be "little ones." Bill Rideout was seen in Newark, N. J., and every one wants to know why he can't come to New York anymore. Is it because of a certain lady? And this delightful letter came from We keep a Complete Line of Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry at Lowest Prices in Town. 429 LENOX AVENUE Bet. 131st and 132nd Streets, NEW YORK CITY ```markdown ``` Page Ten \* \* \* ★ ★ ★ * * * * * * \* \* \* \* \* \* * * * \* \* \* --- 1930 Floyd Calvin, who is in Houston, Texas. "Got a glance at the January 11th issue of The Tattler today and believe me, it is a cure for sore eyes. Lord, seems like I am cut off from the world down here, but it is not the fault of the good people of Houston. I just have those "Home to Harlem" blues. Have been here four weks, but it won't be long now before I put Susie's (the Dodge's) feet in the road and tramp those 1,900 miles back to Seventh Avenue and 135th Street. I have covered 7,090 miles since I left Harlem on October 30. The weather is gorgeous here like spring. The grass is green in the parks and the sun is so hot harly anybody wears an overcoat. I have been pitying you poor folks there, shivering in the cold. Drove to Galveston a week ago, and to Prairie View College during the Christmas holidays. When 1928 passed out I was at a party watching the Texas shebas strut their stuff. Say, talk about hospitality—you ain't seen nothing. Every house you go in the hostess begins to rattle bottles in the closet. Now don't catch the next train. It is a pity someone didn't make this trip who could show the folks how to drink up what they so generously offered. Of course you know old modest me, don't touch a drop. And the folks marvel—what kind of a man are you we don't believe you are from New York. Texas may be South, but these folks really have some swell times. The Fisk singers were here Sunday afternoon at the City Auditorium and all Houston was out with their best bibs and tuckers. Made me think of the Easter promenade in Harlem. The City Auditorium is to be compared to our own Town Hall, and you should see these colored Houstonians all dignified in their boxes, then their beautiful cars whisking them away to beautiful homes. Really, some of our folks up there don't know what it's all about when it comes to real down right living. I have been the guest of the Covingtons (Dr. and Mrs. B. J. and Miss Ernestine Jessie) since my arrival. Well I guess you are yawning and saying "Rave on. Macbeth" so I'll stop with hello to Benny, Al. Moses, Dr. H. B. D., and all my other friends.' --- Never no tell, but faithfuls is faithfuls and that is zat. Remarkable, so sez I cause such is hard to find in New York. You may keep it up and if you do my hat is off to you two. Atta boy, B. A. and as for you C. J. L. can't you give the other boy a break? \* \* \* It's a glory to look at Blondy now. A perfect jazzabo. Is a lad after me own liddle heart. For lo, and behold, does he not weekly, aye vince eery week, he taketh his personnage to the barber shop and has his locks shorn, whereas once he never would get a cut at all. Peace to his noble houses. \* \* \* It was with regret that the friends of Clarence Thorpe learned of his death Tuesday morning. Mr. Thorpe was a most likeable man and was loved by all who knew him. It seems that just L. S. GONZALEZ JEWELERS The image shows a woman standing in a dark dress with a necklace. She has dark hair and is wearing earrings. The background is blurred, but it appears to be an outdoor setting with trees. JUANITA MARABLE, charming, petite, and sweet, who will play hostess for the Tabbs Restaurant employees' dance. about two years ago his wife passed away, and now he has gone to join her. He was a popular clubman, being a member of the R. E. P's, the Prince Hall Square Club and owner of the Musicians' Club on West 135th Street. JUANITA MARABLE, charming play hostess for the Tabbs Resta He leaves to mourn his loss two beautiful sons. The loss of his personality is keenly felt in Harlem. --- The name of Pheon Hood is synonymous with "The Brown Goddess". And all who know this sweet little child will agree with me. * * * Birds of a feather flock together—and so Eddie Rector, that nimble footed somebody was seen dining with Paul Meeres, who needs no introduction, and another keen somebody. I don't know his name, but I'd like to. Just to appease my curiosity. --- And while it is yet in my mind, it is with regret that I announce that Thelma Mecres is seriously ill at home. Hurry, little Thelma, and get well. The popular Fish Reginald Gordon president; Dr. Eugene Brandon, vice president; William D. Crampton, secretary; Claudius V. Sterrett, financial secretary, Jesse Harper, treasurer; Frank Blake, Junius O. Chambers, The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a close-up of a person's arm, possibly in motion, but the details are not clear. ing, petite, and sweet, who will warrant employees' dance. Perry Gordon, Bascom F. Hodge, Wilfred Hoskins, Ralph Hawkins, John C. Lord, Jr., Harry Ross, Paul Roane, Clarence Smith. McCleary Stinnett, Sydney Williams—have announced their Sixth Pre-Lenten Dance. The old slogan—Come Early And Avoid The Rush—may well be aired for this occasion. Let's Talk About Friendship What is friendship? What is a friend? A friend is: "One who considers my needs before my deservings." "One truer to me than I am to myself." "A star of hope in the cloud of adversity." THE INTER-STATE TATTLEF WL "A stimulant to the nobler side of our nature." "A bank of credit on which we can draw supplies of confidence, counsel, help, sympathy and love." "A jewel whose lustre the strong acids of poverty and misfortune cannot dim." "A volume of sympathy bound in cloth." "One who multiplies joys, divides griefs and whose honesty is inviolable." "A TRIPLE ALLIANCE of three great powers—Love, Sympathy and Help." "One who to himself is true and therefore must be true to you." "A balancing pole to him who walks the tight-rope of life." "A link in life's long chain that bears the greatest strain." "A harbor of refuge from the stormy waves of adversity." "One who combines alike the pleasures and benefits of society and solitude." So you see how very much the word friendship expresses. How do we make friends? And how do we keep them? Emerson said, "To have friends one must prove himself friendly." Friendship ranks even higher than love—being a sort of unselfish love. But we really do not love our friends—we like them. We love our parents, brothers, sisters, our wife, husband and our kinsfolk. We like apples, coconut pie, a cosy fire, a good book, a good bed and our friend. Like goes farther in than love. So whence then come friends? And who are they? All answers to these questions seem to me, unsatisfactory, insufficient and by the way. The rules of the wise will not work. We do not make friends by being noble and good. Sometimes but not always does friendship arise from similarity of tastes. No, the fact is, that the "secret springs of friendship" are wholly mysterious. And to me, the bitterest hurt one can ever feel is that caused by the unfaithfulness of those we thought friends and trusted. Who wants in his beautiful book of memories the name of "Judas"—a one time friend? RUMMAGE SALE What Is Better? A CHEAP NEW COAT Or a Genuine, Slightly Used Fur Coat JANUARY CLEARANCE 9 A. M. to 9 P. M. FURCOATS SOCIETY WOMEN Formerly owned many of the wonderful coats. Some of them are hardly worn. Many of the coats are trimmed with mink, squirrel, fox, beaver, skunk, etc. Many Worth to $200 When New Every single, better grade coat on our racks —$40. Included are plain and trimmed models in paracul, raccoon, Ameri- can broadtail, Jap mink, Persian paw, Persian lamb, muskrat, opossum. AARON'S 851 Sixth Avenue N. W. Corner 48th St. WE I~ us _ G Sr. 2 44 Oe iG; Be Hy, nF J “vy = s IGA Bae 1 HMM CMe! DES cast fan Codi A ae Oy GRE % an 5 eat we SALT, : eae! it oN I yx WM Ay EN (MPOATANT ACTIVITIES WHich HAVE inti” Oe xe aah eget ip SIP XS Tomeny Lace 08 wave Beem Announce. ceca cA Ik UY ure havent got it mail it into us ; HE Prince Hall Square Club’s dance on last Friday night was the ‘The Co-ed Art Club met on Kriday most successful affair, if one would go by numbers, that has been ¢vening at the residence of Miss Grace presented at the Rockland Palace. Jammed and packed—are no words Corprew, Iie 7th Avenue. An elabor- for description—instead, one would say “overflowing.” “ate collation was served. ‘Those pres- Then too, one would never suspect that the ordinary colors of red, cnt were Misses Marle Crawford, Hil white and blue could make such attractive and sightly decorations. da Rubens, Anna Newman, Mary WED. BY SPECIAL REQUEST: Evening Monster Show and Dance GIVEN BY 9 FAMOUS PUPILS GRACE GILES AN EXHIBITION OF ALL KINDS OF STAGE DANCES At Renaissance Casino DON'T MISS THIS POST-HOLIDAY TREAT JANUARY ELNORIST YOUN SEEH SOHNSON, Assistant 1929 Toxes $5 Admission $1 Loges $5 at 8:30 harp 0” alfone Hariem Hot riday. January 25, 1929 = All boxes and loges were lled to Stheir enpacity and then some more. aby eleven o'clock there was no dane- Ying space—no place to check wraps, hence the store room was brought Inte ‘play for the purpose o fputting one's “eont to rest ino order to “try to Sdanee. And the old saying is still in ‘order—“And a good time was had by “all, ‘The box-holders at) this fair were: Nw. Boland, FP. Williams. James IF. Simon, S. J. Brown. J. He _Jarrett, G. Braithwaite, EL AL West, N. Collins, A. Earl 1, Hoagland, D. Braithwaite, M. Robinson, Ff. Phillips. KB. OT. Read. La. He Hasbrouck, ‘T. W. Merrit, J. 1G. Green, IK. Grayson, ES. Conyers, W. T. Garvin, O. ‘Taylor, J.D. Marshal. M. oL White, Ro Car roll, (. Minatree, EL FL Taylor, W. Aytes, DD. Brown, ©: DP. Jackson. i. Ro Howard, IF. Johns. 1. Ro Ander: Bon, J. M. Rice, LD. Byrd. @. A. Mil- Ter, James Dula, George J. Jackson, HO. Terry, Square Club of Jersey City, C. EB. Wugrhes, 2. AL Stanton. IT. N. Green, C. Blue, James Wells, Eo 1. Fauleon, Robert Wells. Il. Williamson, S$. S. Talstead, R. C.) Brown, W. Har per, N. Lee, Fides Square Club, Who else was theres Dent ask me, for “twas such a compact affair that everyone looked the same, * 2 The Blue Owl Social Club have is- sucd invitations to their Mid) Winter Ball at the Renaissance on ‘Thursday evening, January 21st. The following. persons will be responsible for the night's pleasure: OMlcers—Orner Ray, President; Lee R. Holmes, Vice President; Richard Pratt, Secretary; Thomas Berts, Treas- urer; Albert: Morant. Business| Mana- ger: John Plaer, Chairman: Jack Lig- gon, Sergeant-at-Arms; Floor Mana- gers—Douglas Montague, Harry Des- vergus. *- 8 & Epsilon Sigma Chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity on Jast Friday evening sponsored a program over sta- tion W A B C from 11 to 12 PLM. at which time there was a Studio Party. hose present. were C.D. King. President: Miss Janica Fisher, James H. Gordon, Miss Rosey Louise Swain, W. KK. Lee, Dr. EK. Palmer Ranks, Miss Helen Hunt, Lient. Frasier, Prof, ler- nard Dalton, Atty. If. i. Williams, Miss Winers. Miss Ferlong, I. I. Normon. Miss [uth Ellis read an interesting Austin, and Miss Lillian Syder. Atty. A. . Williams made a short address. Cc. PD. King spoke on the History of the Fraternity and its achfevements, Miss Ruth Elia read an interestng paper while Mr. Pyle sang “Because I Love You", with Mr. Night at the piano. The Empire Singers sang “My Soul Is a Witness”, and “The Little Tree”, The Geraldyn Dismond Review of Events offered the death of Dr. William H. A. Johnson. ptoineer Harlem phy- tees ; rsh, Sener : ; Sy r . a SB a: si ec cae re ’ s : a. iS ee > . ak , Pas ee : SS 7 ¥ “ay , Pa ue ; RE came ; x q a a . Dee ’ 8 ma sy a ey a z { [a A ERO i ~ eo? a MARGARET SIMALS, Petite Harlem stage favorite, who has made rapid strides in her chosen profession during the past near. al leading critic of the theatrical world pronounced her work flawless. sieiam, the selection of Mrs Mary Chureh ‘Terrell for the Oberlin College Rook of Achievement: the gift of Deni sumnin Dike ef Stn for Negro schools of North Carolina: the confer- enee oof Dr Robert Ro Moten and President-Elect Herhert) | Hoovers a character sketeh oof ©. ©. Spautding, through the courtesy of the Lincoln Secretarial Sehool; a history of the migratioin of Negroes in New York City as prepared by S. 7. Cottman: the Leon Johnson Recital: the danee re- eital of Helva Wuara, Peruvian; the Louise Reynold Robinson reeeption to “The Play Likers’; Della M. Sutton’s coneert. at the Corona Republican Club by the courtesy of Johnnie Jackson's restaurant; and the announcement of the preparation of a book recording the ceremonies of the 50th Anniversary broadcast and a reproduction of — the painting whieh was presented to the station. The Co-ed Art Club met on Friday evening at the residence of Miss Grace Corprew, Ilo 7th Avenue. An elabor- ate collition was served. ‘Mhose pres- ent were Misses Marle Crawford, Hil dao Rubeus, Anna Newman, Mary Davis, Lienda Payne. Gertrude Dansan, and Lydia Best, s+ Vie Citizens) Christings Cleer Com mittee letd thei rregmlar meeting at the Urban League Building on Jauuary 16 1020. ‘The annial reports were read, and the officers of the past year Unanimousty ore elected, Miss 0 Sadie Noisette, and Miss Mae Toward were decepted ons members of the organiza tien ‘The officers will be installed on February U2th, when several distings- nished visiters will speak. and oa colla- tion served, Miss Mamie LL, Striggs is chairman of the organization, Lo i i, | Lowest Prices Ne Quick Service <4 +) Letterheads, BILT- heads Envelopes Vi, Iusiness Cards, Cir- | culurs, ‘Throwaways, x Sheweards, Dance \ Vickets, ofe. Hi Wedding, Birthday Vs & Christening Invita- i tions our Specialty. “HE The Havent P 1084 Fulton Street Bet. Franklin and Classon Aves., Brooklyn, N. ¥. Phone Prospect 5765-5882 Brooklyn Office of Tattler ee ia) ia | Seegr aet ih, : 1915—- PURPLE SS LA yp GOLD—-1929 : ie : , PE RT oa peg ; FOURTEENTH ANNUAL DANCE ; given by 3 THE FOX SCCIAL CLUB, Inc. At THE NEW ROCKLAND PALACE $ f 155th Street and Bighth Avenue 3 ‘ TUESDAY EVE., FEBRUARY 5th, 1929 3 A Radio will be given to the person holding the j Lucky Number 3 ; Musie by VERNON ANDIRADITS Versatile Orchestra 3 ; ADMISSION $1.00 BOXES $5.00 4 ; For reservations call © oH, Floyd, Bradhurst 008%; Robert. Geiger, J ; Bradhurst 1157; John Deas, Audubon 2699 9 eof te eee MERKUR HEH KH KU KH KLKEK KKH KUKAKKAKCKAKKKKK KEKE EES THURS. ¢THE BLUE OWL Evening 2 SOCIAL CLUB . & Cordially Invites You And Your ag ‘ & Jaen To Attend 5 to $ aAMID- x 8 WINTER BALL i Ba - at the -- ae % Renaissance Casino Jw Vv g 34th STREET & SEVENTH AVE. UD) L Music by seni see nce 10 LACS Band JANUARY 2 regi ns het ateured he" ing 1929 g yon (A i 142). ie Ppaacane ‘GiT4 The Criterion Club had an election of oflvers for the coming year. ‘The new ofticers are—W. August Le Monies, President; Herbert Brown, Vice L'res!- dent; Charles Cantwell, ‘treasurer; Franklin Jones, Financial Secretary ; Cluude A. Brown, Secretary. The of- ficers and members are putting forth every effort to make thelr forthcoming “Balloon Dance" the biggest success of the serson. * * *. The North Harlem Community Coun- ceil urges the women and girls of this Community te attend the evening school No, E36, 135th Street and Kdgecombe Avenue, There are chises in) Millinery, Flower and) Dressmaking, Lampshade making. ‘This is (he only school in this section open fer women and girls and We do net want it closed for lack of attendance, Every Thursday and lviday evening the recreation center is open, where Basketball, ‘Tennis, and other games may be played. At the Gyin last ri- day eventug, the Defender Girls played the Dauntless Girls a close game of Basketball, score of U16 in faver of the Defender Girls. ‘The Defender Girls will play the Ouyyx Girls of Lincoln Hospital Nurses this) Friday evenings in the Gym Moving: pietures will be shown overy Friday evening in the Auditorium. Parents are invited to at tend these opietures and bring their children and) friends with them, ~ + The BL Ploribus Cunm Whist Clit tThetoat Che drome of the view president, Rosetta Wyatt, Tih West Titth Street on Wednesday evening. Phos for their dainee in February were made. ‘Those attending the ineetinge; were dante. Thompkins, president, Dorethy Greene, Finaneial Secretary. Frauk lordbam, Recording: Seeretary, Ruth Sinith. ‘Treasurer, Alma Fisher. Sergeant at Arms, Tenry Judson. Kate Meade. Win some ‘Thampkins, Lucille Street, Arthur Manning. Marv oamd) Mes. Watrer Leve reek, Lonise MeVey. Riehuard = Gipess, Jake Albritton, Refresliments were served aod all hind oan enjoyable eve ning, * ¢ « The Business Dullders, an organiza fion of Elarlem business and profes- Sioinat men and women, held the first ino oserles of meetings on Monday, Jantary Yist oat ofthe Asseeiution of Trade and Commeree, The ycuest speaker was Alderman Bred R. Moore and short talks were made by Jerry Gray on markets; 4. A. Steel, plumb ings: John Mo Reyall, real estate; Jun tus M. Green, insurance; J. W. Grigis, law opractice and Wilfred) Gay, small business, The purpose of the meeting: was fo show how money can be saved in the daily purchase in Warlem. Benj amin FL ‘Thomas is chairman of the prescioa committee, + * * Mrooand Mrs. Cornelius George en lertuined the Aretie Club oat their resi Hence, T29 West I8Tth Street, Saturday, sasha mamaria a erica cee ieee eae a eee Page Eleven evening, Fanunry lth, Bridge and fhist were played, as usual, after which an elaborate collatioin was served and prizes for the year awarded. The first prize went to Mrs. Sarah McGraw Butler, the second to Miss C. Hodges and the third te Ray Robbins. Among the guests present were Mr. and Mrs, George DB. Uazzard, If. Me- Cracken, Major and Mrs, Willlam H. Jackson, Capt. and) Mrs. Riehird “1. Plate, Dro RR. oN. MeCallum, William Roach, Mrs, Peart Barkley, Joshua Meyers, Mrs. BL OR. Philips, W. Mont- gomery and Mrs. Pearl Parker. * * e Ann Clyde Carlise entertained = the swank Douze Club Friduy evening at her attractively decorated apartment In West 19th Street, Alb ef the members oAlyee Wright, Bess ‘Tompkins, Ger- dine Perkins, Ermine Coleman, Betty Collins, Mary Jane Watkins, Mthel A. Gardener, Cleo Darnelle, Trene Alex- ander, Marte ‘Thompson were present with the exception of Marion Pettiford, who is GH) with the popular flu. They phiyed bridge te the entire satisfaetioin oof Miss Ermine Perkins and Dr. Watkins, after whieh, the hos fess served Che best ereamed chicken and mushrooms ino pattles. green pens, tea, prune whip, cakes and enndies, = * Julia itagerald was lostess to Das Mstralles Whist Club Friday afternoon, Mrs. Fifagerald entertained in the spreloius parlors of her home in West 20th Street and added another star to her seelnl crown, Ino additten fo the members Blossom Holland, Mattle Bowe. Edith) Milburn, Berther Cramp. ler, Mlorence Battles, Adelaide Leonard, Mirinde Ferguson, Stella folnstone, Kdna Davis and Eita Hansbore there were fourteen guests, Lenuise daeksow Johnsen, Alvine Hnduell, Bessye Beard en, Florence Norniutn, Mezella Swann, Pauline Royal Irene Speneer, Watts Cachemaiile, Henrietta Williams, Willie Mae ‘Banner, Lillian Parris, thes Henry, Winlfrey Aray and Geraldyan Dismond, * Mtothe elose of a spirited: game of Dridge whieh ended successfully for Mrs, Crumplet whe won ao repe of pearl beads, Mrs. Mergusen, who cap tured aching: erenm and sugar get, Mrs. Davis. fo whom went ao pair of enrrings, Mrs, Aray, who won an an- tique costume set, Mrs. Jolson, who secired oa half dozen chiou lhandker chiefs, and Mrs. ‘Tanner, who carried of oa bridge set, Mrs, litzgerald served a odeleious luncheon of ehieken ao ia King on toast, spinach, enndied yams, rolls, cheese balls, jello and cream, enke and coffee, * *. * A special plea to all persons who in- tend to send money for Christmas Seals sent them during the annual Christ- mas Seal Sale, is being issued by the New York Tuberenlosis and Tfealth Association, and its branch in Harlem, the Harlem Tubereutosis and Tealth Commiittec, Canada Lee Fights at Garden Friday Night BLAZING THE TRAIL by Alvin J. Moses. Billy Murphy who fights Lee Friday is one tough south- paw. Watch Canada go. Tiger Payne Tells Leo Flynn TIGER PAYNE, sensational Australian title-holder in three divisions, had a few things to say to Leo P. Flynn the other day, according to a story he gave us personally, prior to the commission's cancellation of his joust with George Courtney. Payne felt that Leo accepted the match on too short a notice for him to get into condition for such a dreadnaught of the twenty-four foot enclosure as is the erstwhile Oklahoma cowboy, and didn't fail to apprise him of that fact. "Why should I take on these potential champions "Al" and build up their records for them through running the risk of losing the decision, when not in shape." In condition I figure to hold my own with anybody in the racket and I hope you don't think me conceited because of that latter remark, — one's record is the acid test of all arguments. I've always tried to give the public the best that I possess in my stock and trade, and no boxer can hope to stand up under a barrade of punches unless he has paid strict attention to his knitting during the training periods. losing the decision, when not in shape." In my own with anybody in the racket and I conceived because of that latter remark, acid test of all arguments. I've always tried best that I possess in my stock and trade, a stand up under a barrade of punches unless tion to his knitting during the training period. "I'm just a youngster in this racket, will birthday, and with the proper sort of break fired grand before I come to the parting of the of the best managers in the game, and with yearning for an American title which is simply a 'World's Championship' this year should fit ladder in my division." On Monday night, Payne licked Courtney of the year—and he will lick them all when in Howard Wilson Primes Budd ONE of the old school.—Howard Wilson who Joe Gans of Baltimore, is busily putting Bupaces for a comeback. Wilson has had much of Jack McVey, and honestly feels that Jackson fights left in his makeup. Buddy was always hitters in the racket, and is a courageous, will crowds action into every second of his work. In addition to Buddy Jackson, Wilson su Buddy Saunders,—former crack welterweight been sojourning in Australia for the past 18 mo a superlatively clever boxer with real ring braid he did two years ago when he twice defeated With the two "Buddies" under his able wing, Wition for the leading welters and heavies before closes. decision, when not in shape." In condition I wish anybody in the racket and I hope you do because of that latter remark, — one's duty of all arguments. I've always tried to give him possess in my stock and trade, and no boxer under a barrade of punches unless he has paid knitting during the training periods. Just a youngster in this racket, will be twenty-and with the proper sort of break figure to sale before I come to the parting of the ways. Mr. managers in the game, and with his connection or an American title which is simply another "Championship" this year should find me at the day division." Sunday night, Payne licked Courtney in one of the—and he will lick them all when in shape. Howard Wilson Primes Buddy Jackson In the old school.—Howard Wilson who fought the likes of Baltimore, is busily putting Buddy Jackson in comeback. Wilson has had much to do with Vey, and honestly feels that Jackson has ten or ten in his makeup. Buddy was always one of the one racket, and is a courageous, willing, fast, brawn into every second of his work. Action to Buddy Jackson, Wilson supervises theiders,—former crack welterweight of this country in Australia for the past 18 months or more, clever boxer with real ring brains, is boxing years ago when he twice defeated Sergeant Schoo "Buddies" under his able wing, Wilson promptly leading welters and heavies before the present. "I'm just a youngster in this racket, will be twenty-three my next birthday, and with the proper sort of break figure to salt away a hundred grand before I come to the parting of the ways. Mr. Flynn is one of the best managers in the game, and with his connections and my yearning for an American title which is simply another way of saying a 'World's Championship' this year should find me at the top of the ladder in my division." On Monday night, Payne licked Courtney in one of the best fights of the year—and he will lick them all when in shape. Howard Wilson Primes Buddy Jackson ONE of the old school.—Howard Wilson who fought the incomparable Joe Gans of Baltimore, is busily putting Buddy Jackson through his paces for a comeback. Wilson has had much to do with the fine work of Jack McVey, and honestly feels that Jackson has ten or twelve good fights left in his makeup. Buddy was always one of the most dreaded hitters in the racket, and is a courageous, willing, fast, big fellow who crowds action into every second of his work. In addition to Buddy Jackson, Wilson supervises the training of Buddy Saunders,—former crack welterweight of this country who has been sojourning in Australia for the past 18 months or more. Saunders, a superlatively clever boxer with real ring brains, is boxing better than he did two years ago when he twice defeated Sergeant Sammy Baker. With the two "Buddies" under his able wing, Wilson promises much action for the leading welters and heavies before the present indoor season closes. Bernie Blanchard Sprint Ace SHADES of Pete White and Roy Morse flap Blanchard, ace of the Salem Crescent track. Built close to the ground as nearly all great Blanchard is one of the few real thinkers of the Under the capable tutoring of Eddie (I former metropolitan 100 yard champion, Bern place where he will continue the metropolitan kings as established by Ravenell, White, Morse, Verwayne, Herman (Sharkey) Foster, Vesta, Jae al. Out of his holes he is reminiscent of Drew,—though we realize that at this stage comparison ends just there. We should not at all be comes out for the 1932 Olympic Game trials and representative in the 100, 200 metres or as a relays,—he is surely one sweet pumpkin of a take about it. of Pete White and Roy Morse flash into view, ace of the Salem Crescent track squad, puts to the ground as nearly all great short distance is one of the few real thinkers of the present of the capable tutoring of Eddie (Bunk) Jones. Metropolitan 100 yard champion, Bernie is fast to see he will continue the metropolitan reign of so established by Ravenell, White, Morse, Irving T. Herman (Sharkey) Foster, Vesta, Jackson, Hard of his holes he is reminiscent of the peerless high we realize that at this stage of his career just there. We should not at all be spurred for the 1932 Olympic Game trials and makes the move in the 100, 200 metres or as a member of it is surely one sweet pumpkin of a sprinter—not. SHADES of Pete White and Roy Morse flash into view as Bernie Blanchard, ace of the Salem Crescent track squad, puts it into high. Built close to the ground as nearly all great short distance men are, Blanchard is one of the few real thinkers of the present day track. Under the capable tutoring of Eddie (Bunk) Jones, himself a former metropolitan 100 yard champion, Bernie is fast reaching that place where he will continue the metropolitan reign of short distance kings as established by Ravenell, White, Morse, Irving T. Howe, Percy Verwayne, Herman (Sharkey) Foster, Vesta, Jackson, Harold Anderson, et al. Out of his holes he is reminiscent of the peerless Howard P. Drew,—though we realize that at this stage of his career the comparison ends just there. We should not at all be spurred if Blanchard comes out for the 1932 Olympic Game trials and makes the team as our representative in the 100, 200 metres or as a member of one of the relays,—he is surely one sweet pumpkin of a sprinter—make no mistake about it. Anent Hutchinson's Champ Display NEVER in the history of 'Colored Harlem', parade of champions before our gaze as Hutchinson proprietor of the beautiful acade at 144th Street and Lenox Avenue. Practically the billiard and bowling world has appeared in all at this wonder recreation room that holds two and eight bowling alleys. This plan will be ad ear with the idea in mind to make better exames among the younger element of our group here are at least six men to be found daily up the history of 'Colored Harlem', has thereof of champions before our gaze as furnished by proprietor of the beautiful academy that beet and Lenox Avenue. Practically every play and bowling world has appeared in exhibition or wonder recreation room that holds twenty-eight bowling alleys. This plan will be adhered to the idea in mind to make better exponents of the younger element of our group. Even at least six men to be found daily up at "Hutch NEVER in the history of 'Colored Harlem', has there been such a parade of champions before our gaze as furnished by Ernest C. Hutchinson proprietor of the beautiful academy that bears his name at 144th Street and Lenox Avenue. Practically every player of note in the billiard and bowling world has appeared in exhibition matches this fall at this wonder recreation room that holds twenty-eight billiard tables and eight bowling alleys. This plan will be adhered to throughout the year with the idea in mind to make better exponents of the different games among the younger element of our group. Even at this writing, there are at least six men to be found daily up at "Hutchy's" who are capable of bowling with the best in the metropolitan sector. At Balkline billiards, straight pool or pocket billiards, three cushions, and Bank pool, we are further advanced today among the young crowd than we were when W. H. Willis staged his All-Colored Billiard Masters Congress at St. Marks Hall in 1919, that was won by "Bam" of Chicago—keep up the splendid work Ernest. Page Twelve Tiger Payne edition I figure to hope you don't think me one's record is that to give the public the no boxer can hope he has paid strict attention to twenty-three my nieces to salt away a humble days. Mr. Flynn is one of his connections and not another way of saying me at the top of the one of the best fight shape. Mr Jackson ought the incomparablely Jackson through his do with the fine work has ten or twelve good one of the most dreaded big, fast, big fellow who services the training of this country who has his or more. Saunders is boxing better thanergeant Sammy Baker. Jason promises much and the present indoor season. Ace into view as Bernie quad, puts it into high short distance men are present day track. (ink) Jones, himself is fast reaching that reign of short distance serving T. Howe, Percy Jason, Harold Anderson the peerless Howard B. in his career the com purprised if Blanchard makes the team as our member of one of the printer—make no mis as there been such a furnished by Ernest O. that bears his name every player of note in exhibition matches this forty-eight billiard tables used to throughout the events of the different Even at this writing it "Hutchy's" who are Olympia A. C. Bouts Olympia A. C.—Lou Moscowitz vs. Petie Mack, Black Bill vs. Sencio Cruz, Vince Snowflakes vs. George Descher, ten rounds each; Johnny Billick vs. Johnny Gatto, Johnny Pilo vs. Charley McNeil, four rounds each. Bryant's Stars Won Vincent Bryant, popular member of the Renaissance Big Five entourage, is due an apology from us. Through a typographical error, we printed a story that Vincent's All Stars with such well known court stars as: Eddie Corbin, "Blonde" Carter, Johnny Holt, 'Horse' Steele and Vincent Bryant in the lineup, lost to the Manhattan Scholastics, who were also an all star amateur aggregation. The truth of the matter was that Bryant's team won—and how. Swell chap this Vincent Bryant, and a sportsman and hale fellow well met. We are ready to see those two teams in action in every Sunday's preliminary of the Renaissance attractions, and most of the patrons second that motion. Ansell Bell Turns Poet "Bell's Prayer" I've noticed when a fellow dies no matter what he's been, A saintly chap or one whose life was deeply steeped in sin, His friends forget the bitter words they spoke but yesterday. And find a multitude of sweet and pretty things to say. I fancy when I go to rest some one will bring to light, Some kindly words or goodly act long buried out of sight, But if it's all the same to you just give to me instead. The bouquets when I'm alive, —and the knocks when I am dead. Don't save your kisses to impart upon my marble brow. While countless maledictions are hurled upon me now. Say just a kindly word to me while I mourn here alone. And don't save all your eulogies to carve upon a stone. Lincoln Versus Howard The classic of the current basketball season will take place Lincoln's birthday night, February 12th, at Rockland Palace when Lincoln University stacks up against her traditional rival—Howard. Shades of Gilmore, Young, Huddy Oliver, and other titans of the court flash into mind as New Yorkers prepare to receive the representatives of two of America's outstanding institutions of learning—don't forget the date. Collegians Meet Visitation In what should result in one of the finest court tilts of the season, the famed Visitation Triangles will meet the equally famous Collegians Thursday night at Plainfield, N. J. It will be interesting to basketball lovers to know if the State Amateur champs can make as good as showing against the Brooklyn representatives in the American Basketball League as the "Rens" did a few weeks ago. Rainey Lincoln Coach OXFORD, Pa., January 25th. Juice Jamieson, graduate manager of athletics at Lincoln University, has announced that Joseph H. Rainey, former Meadowbrook track star who coached the Lion track and field team last year, has again signed a contract to coach the Oxford tracksters. Rainey refused to take a contract for a period any longer than a year. Seneca Indians Are Massacred by Bob Dauglas's Renaissance Five Seneca Indians Are Massacred by Bob Dauglas's Renaissance Five Despite Close Score Game Was Merely Workout—News of Bob's Recovery Enthusiastically Received With the echo of mock war cries ringing in their ears, the Seneca Indian basketball troupe of Buffalo, N. Y. were surrounded by the fast travelling "Rens", and all but wiped out according to last minute reports. The 'Redmen', and we were able to discern but three of the illustrious tribesmen in the lineup came minus their tomahawks and war regalia, and that no doubt accounted for their defeat at the hands of the World's Colored Champions to the tune 46-36. The first half ended 19-10 after an audience that understands their basketball like most housewives do their vegetables realized that the Indians were incapable of holding the speed merchants that Douglas has moulded into an almost unbeatable machine. Sanders. Ricks, and Jenkins harrassed the Redmen continuously, their defense work and canny passing game causing them to stand still at times in sheer amazement. Saitch. Hill, and Monroe continued to play rings around the squawmen after captain Hilton Slocum banished Sanders and Ricks to the warmth of the harlem wigwam—yes mates it reminded one strongly of traditional Indian uprisings, except the civilized brand of the "First Americans" as exhibited by Messrs. Sid Kramer and Edgar Mercer never arose. Commencing this week, the Renaissance Five will undertake a schedule second only to those attempted by the celebrated Celtics now disbanded. On Monday and Tuesday they will play in Fort Wayne, Indiana; Wednesday and Thursday in Chicago against the Chicago Bruins of the American Basketball League; and on Friday and Saturday in Cleveland against the world famous "Rosenblooms". Next Sunday night's game against Defender Girls in Form On January 18th at P. S. 136 spacious gym the Defender Girls defeated the strong Dauntless Quintet in a very fast and furious game by the score 16-15. Defender played a fast dazzling floor game in which Sara Pollard guard, featured, scoring ten of her teammates points. On January 25th the Defenders will play the Onyx at P. S. 136, and on January 31st, the Defenders will play the St. Jude at P. S. 136. The Defenders are not connected with the Girls' League. JERSEY SPORTS On Tuesday night the crack Chicago American League team opposed the crack Rozy Favorites (colored representatives of Rozy Theatre), and lost a 62-60 decision. Men hugged each other, women tore their hats and players cried like babies, when the game went into three extra periods. In the closing minutes of the third extra period, Sheaf Vidito, better known as the "Silver Fox" took the ball off backboard and dribbled to midcourt booking for one of his teammates. Seeing none, he then dropped the ball cleanly in the basket to win for the colored lads. In years to come those 3.500 fans who saw the game will always remember it. He performed at right guard for the Montreal Triangles. Durango and La Tours also figured high in the scoring. The final was 42-37. There were 1,500 fans who witnessed the contest. THE INTER-STATE TATTLEF day Night re Massacred by s's Renaissance Five Was Merely Workout—News of athusiastically Received the Brooklyn Majestics will start at 9:30 in order for the "Rens" to catch a special train. In one of the best preliminary games of the season that was beautifully refereed by the capable 'Chink' Lind, boxing instructor of the West 135th, Branch of the Y. M. C. A.; the Metro Diamond Jrs, trounced Monitors 31-27. Snowflakes Scores Again Vince Snowflakes, colorful Pacific coast middleweight, made another hit with the fans last Saturday night at the Olympia Club by stopping Jackie Block in the THE BOXING GAME VINCE SNOWFLAKES, the "Black Thunderbolt" who kayed both of his eastern opponents in jig time. Fights Saturday night at Olympia. VINCE SNOWFLAKES, the "Black Thunderbolt" who kayed both of his eastern opponents in jig time. Fights Saturday night at Olympia. initial heat for his second straight K. O. at this club. Entering the ring with an immaculate bathrobe literally covered with flakes of snow topped off with a white skating cap. "Flakes" took the house like Grant took Richmond. Block, was no pushover, and Vince's victory over the rugged eastsider sent his stock up considerably in the eyes of local promoters who turned out in goodly numbers to see Gus Amos's talent. On next Saturday night, Snowflakes is brought right back with George Descher—the best man he has met since appearing in the east taking the opposite corner. Alex Smith a Comer When Herbie Beckford gets through polishing off the few rough spots that remain on Alex Smith we predict a new flyweight boss will be added to the roster of Afro-American champions They call him "Smitty", and you can tell the universe he's a boxing wizard and a two fisted fighting son of a gentleman. Like "Gideon" of Bible fame, this diminutive warrior goes into battle with the sacred name of mother on his lips, and the love of "God" in his heart. His one desire is to make mama comfortable through the medium of his tiny fists,—and to that end he'll risk a neck and a coupla hands,—this said in his own language. Mr. Brandt, manager of Petrone, Willy Ad Makel, and other headliners in the fight racket, has practically signed up this phenom who ought to make a fortune for both of them. PHILADELPHIA Mr. Bee of Philadelphia From Station B u z z cent Keith vaudeville artist, Cleo Lor day. January 25, 1929 PHI Mr. Bee of Philadelphia Mrs. Josephine Young, well known in social circles entertained Mrs. Leon Smallwood of Washington, D.C., in her royal manner. Mrs. Smallwood was a charming guest. * * * "Broad Back" Bill Nelson, who has three automobiles, named them Jane, Belle and Sue; now the girls are wandering if he named them after them. * * * Agile Pete Sharpe, an all around athlete wants to go with the Barnum. Bailey show next season. * * * Wonder what the charming Madam meant when she said "I have nothing to look forward to," after she was hit. * * * The "Tush Hawks" are doing quiet "nibbling" on the backs of some real good fellows. Careful Bush, Boust, and the rest of youse; * * * Dainty little Selena Smith, one of the recent Chorines of Carey and Marshalls Creole Vamps, which played the Standard a few weks ago, has made oodles of friends in Philly thru her charming personality and chic appearance. More little choristers of her type and the show business will be elevated. * * * "Happy" Jones who has recently recovered from a spell of illness swears that she has dismissed her "Old Man." but still we see the Douglass Hotel Maid Sweeping Cigar Stumps from under her bed. Who smokes 'em? --- Little Margaret Pennar is a real "Klean Kut" girlie. The three six bottle is "stew bad." Old "Doc Trumpeter" can surely sift his operations, but it must be a song-bird. Oh! You Genvieve, then Oh! You Adele. Too bad "Dot" doesn't sing "Val" you can't afford to tell "Uncle Sugar" to go to H Oh! Excuse us! * * * The "Four Musketeers" tricked "The Four Must-Get-Theirs" last Saturday nite at "The Roadside." Fannie of the latter gang did some mean bell phoning trying to locate the former four. Jack Makler's car didn't mean much did it. Mattie, Margaret and Dot? * * * Carey, you must remember "Music hath charms," so why froth because Iola admires drummers. Ray! Rah! Rah! * * * "Pharnic" Harris was suffering terribly from a case of "breakeritis" last Saturday night. And to think it was "Red." ★ ★ ★ Irene Baptiste you should be careful how you sit in the laps of the male sex when in public. But we guess this fellow "Wur"—oh! Excuse us—Sh! Sh! makes "It Tight Like That!" * * * Margaret Fennar certainly likes the Trio singing at The Roadside, particularly the baritone end. W. W. H. CASSELLE MORTICIAN Courteous Considerate Service 913-15-17 South 17th St. Philadelphia, Pa. Office Tel. Harlem 4334 Res. 2508 7th Ave., Apt. 2 Tel. Bradhurst 3890 THOS. H. KIRTON LICENSED EMBALMER FUNERAL DIRECTOR 89 WEST 134th ST., NEW YORK Say, Ruth Cokine, where are you? Come on out with your newest "head janitor" in the open and cease so many private West Philadelphia partees. Ah! That hot car! * * * "Rummie" Fauntleroy ever remindful of the old saying "Act Yur Age." does the opposite when in the Roadside by "Acting his size" with Mabel Granger. Oh! but they make a cute pair of pigmies! ☆ ☆ ☆ Now that you have fallen "in right," for goodness sake Edna Price, be yourself. Big Boy Bllhips doesn't like foolishness. ★ ★ ★ Mabel and Val of the Roadside Staff are demonstrating recently that they are too "Fire-y." This comes, maybe, from constant contact with No. 11. It's too bad Kaiser mistook Corm's attitude toward Ruth at the Douglass one night last week. A musician is a poor person to tackle an athlete. * * * Jim Sayres is certainly deservedly proud of his dear little brown Ethel Eggleston. --- Catherine Brown, latest attache of the Douglass Hotel Clerical staff is rapidly making a host of friends through her congenial, painstaking methods of catering to the guests of this popular hostelry. And being good to gaze upon adds 100 per cent. to her effectiveness in pleasing. Philadelphia Theatrically "Doc" Heyder's Southernaires was moved from the Gibson Theatre last week to add to the effectiveness of the presentation offered at the Standard by the famous Whitmans who have broken all theatrical endurance records in this city. ★ ★ ★ "Hip-Hip Hooray," billed as the Giant of Musical Comedies presented by Western Producing Co., is this week's attraction at the Standard. * * * The Pearl is offering "The Scandals of 1929." a New York sensation for the present week with Earl Dancer's Ebony Show Boat featuring Cora Green, to follow the week of January 28. * * * The Gibson is offering the thrilling sex play with living models and human charts under the caption "Mysteries of Love." after playing seven consecutive weeks at the Globe, one of Philly's most popular down-town houses. ★ ★ ★ Helen Ferguson, Elvira Johnson, Adele Hargraves, Mabel Granger, and that real harmonious trio, Chris Smith, Walter Thomas, and Theodore Bowman have proven to be the real backbone of a tremendous drawing power of hundreds of patrons to the Roadside Grill. * * * Following closely upon the relief furnished Philadelphia fans of a few weeks by Whitney and Tutt in their portrayal of "Deep Harlem" from the average race production of the revue type of stage presentations, comes a company of about forty-five real professionals under the caption of "Pay Day" presenting a similar relief at the Gibson Theatre, Broad and Lombard streets. Heading this entertaining company we found the incomparable Ida Anderson doing the real outstanding leading role in this promising Broadway vehicle. Miss Anderson from the time that she steps afore a footlight till the final drop of asbestos demonstrates that feminine dramatic skill which has made her a predominant factor in dramatic circles during the past six or seven years. Most ably supporting this dramatic satellite we found Jimmie Johnson, re- SEVENTH AVE. & 135th STREET SOUTH WEST CORNER Small's Paradise Western Union Telegraph Co. Schotland's Luggage Shop Bell & Delany, Haberdashery Wright Library Store Richards-Ward, Photographers The Inter-State Tattler Paradise Cigar & Stationery Johnson & Thorpe, Billiards There Are A Few Desirable Stores and Offices Available At Moderate Rents INQUIRE AT OFFICE IN BUILDING—ROOM 210—ROBERT S. GEIGER, Agent cent Keith vaudeville artist, Cleo Lorraine, the maid, whose skill and adeptness in this line of professional art cannot be questioned, Chas. Moore whose creditable past performances with the Lafayette Players leave no doubt as his ability to portray a devout philosophical stage porter, F. Albert Clarke, a Philadelphia protege, conspicuous for his skillful work as villain, Hilda Perlino, recent musical comedy star whose characterization of a repulsive back stage soubrette is excellent, Sherry Lamont, the dejected wife of an unsophisticated stage door pimp, William Walker as the tempermental director, and last, but not least, Chappie Gardner, theatrical correspondent, Pittsburgh Courier, who is making an auspicious premiere appearance before the footlights as a matter of fact conscientious stage manager. The plot which is laid in a complete and realistic back stage setting sets forth the love affairs of an unscrupulous star with a self-styled present day stage "pimp" interrupted by an extremely loyal and loving wife. The preamble to this well written plot is garnished with musical embellishments novelly arranged, most noteworthy of which is the opening vocal orchestra which peels forth at least 10 minutes of vocal arrangement (obviously a backstage singing rehearsal) with modulations from spirituals to jazz to ballads and back again without loosening any harmonious equilibrium. Clarence Todd as soloist stands out preeminently in this musical sphere but that quartet composed of Messrs. Willis, Foster, Burton, and Todd are continuing to stop 'em. While on this characteristic The Only Exclusive Office Building in Harlem element of our production we are forced to comment on Walker-Heywood piano act a hand warmer which was done by these same artists in Gene Buck's Ringside on Broadway. Mr. Heywood by the way, besides this offering, has contributed most satisfactorily in staging, music and lyric writing, and casting. His pet find in this latter field being Miss Helen Edmead, who was discovered in a "hol polli movie, acting gang for the Fox people. "Pay Day" with the book by Irving Kaye Davis, staging by Donald (himself), Lyrics by Henry Meyers and Donald Heywood and presented by Messrs. Davis Stevenson is Just one of "those things" theatrically which we are sure with the proper fancy trimmings and professional adjustments will be destined to take its place in the chosen and coveted Broadway Theatrical firmament. Morehouse Humbles Morris Brown Atlanta, Ga. Jan. 19th. The Morehouse five went on another rampage this afternoon, this time it was at the expense of the much talked of Morris Brown team. The score being 40-27. The Morehouse team got off with a flash and before the fans knew what it was all about the Maroon team was sporting a ten point lead, which they held throughout the game. L. Archer led the attack sinking six baskets during the first half being followed by Crawford, who seemed to be able to drop one from any part of the floor. Throughout the first half Morris Brown was completely outclassed. The half ended 23-12. Morris Brown made a desperate effort to rally in the second half but the excellent guarding of N. Watch your daily diet. You should eat some fresh vegetables and fruits every day. Is Situated on the Most Prominent Ave. and the Busiest Street STREET SOUTH WEST CORNER majority of Harlem's Professional People NANTS Western Union Telegraph Co. Bell & Delany, Haberdashery Richards-Ward, Photographers Paradise Cigar & Stationery Billiards Lawyers Dingle & Dingle Ralph W. Warrick James W. Johnson Richard L. Baltimore Robert L. Penn Dyett, Hall & Patterson Griggs & Flagg Louis Lavelle L. L. George A. A. Madison Demerald H. Williams Myles A. Piage Joseph Pinckney Doctors J. T. Warrick, M. D. S. W. Braithwaite, D.D.S. Public Stenographer ompany s and Offices Available ents 210—ROBERT S. GEIGER, Agent By J. H. BIRNIE Page Thirteen Archer and Crawford soon brought it to a close. Bradley, powerful center of the Morris Brown team was so closely guarded throughout the game that at no time did he make the long shots for which he is famous. The Morehouse team is still the brilliant fast working bunch they were when the season opened. Their game is a combination of excellent passing and wonderful guarding. Only here and there does one player become outstanding, but throughout the game they work together with perfect rhythm. Roberts and Bradley were the outstanding players for Morris Brown. The game was fast and clean. MOREHOUSE (40) Traylor, RF ..... 2 2 3 Dubose, RF ..... 0 0 0 L. Archer, LF ..... 7 0 2 N. Archer, C..... 4 1 2 Wynn, C ..... 0 0 0 Crawford, RG ..... 3 1 4 Banks, RG ..... 1 0 1 Hawkins, LG ..... 1 0 1 Dobbs, LG ..... 0 0 1 MORRIS BROWN (27) Roberts, RF ..... 3 2 2 Jones, RF ..... 0 0 1 McLemore, LF ..... 3 2 1 Bradley, C ..... 3 2 2 Nelson, RG ..... 1 1 1 George, LG ..... 0 0 2 Watch your daily diet. You should eat some fresh vegetables and fruits every day. If you want help with health problems, consult your family doctor or call the Harlem Tuberculosis and Health Committee's office, 202 West 130th Street. Bradhurst 2005. 2 WEST R In Defense of ..Washington Society.. RUMORS, arguments, opinions and "facts" about Washington Society have been expressed favorably and unfavorably, but disfavor predominates. It must have all started when we had a few congressman sitting in the Capital and too many handkerchief heads carrying luggage for the "Carpet-Baggers." So today we find Washington people of position and Washington Society getting the big slap. But they turn their cheeks for another rebuff. One does not become offended when one knows the truth about oneself, however grat the condemnation or disfavor. Page Fourteen CAPITOL ```markdown ``` There is concentrated in Washington the largest group of people of Negro decent having position, polce and refinement than anywhere else on the face of the globe. There are many families in the Nation's Capital who have generations of life's good things as their background. The writer knows of several families who have had three generations of Dartmouth College, Amherst, Harvard and Wellesley education. In one case the grandfather of a prominent member of Washington's younger social set made Phi Beta Kappa. The father did valuable research at Woodshole, Massachusetts. The representative of the new generation has a record that will crown him at Dartmouth with that honor of his earlier forebear. In Washington at the exclusive dances solely sponsored and financed by members of clubs, fraternities or sororities, every person present is accomplished in some exceptional task, or has achieved a high purpose, or is working toward a praiseworthy aim in life. At these affairs the average person who gets there is overshadowed by the well-bred people who have been accustomed to the best from birth. The majority of persons present fit no other social formula than that created for the favorable and fashionable class. At these affairs all of America's best Northern and Eastern colleges can be represented by the doctors, lawyers, teachers, etc.; there are also numbered many European Universities' scholars Every group of peoples on the face of the earth has a right to preserve their group standards and group ideals. Only by preference can these standards and ideals be preserved. There must be a strict choice as to who shall or shall not become a member of the group. 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HORACE SCOTT, youngest son of Dr. and Mrs. Emmett J. Scott, who is a junior in the medical school of Howard Rights to a well-ordered social group cannot spring up over night nor can these rights be bought. Racecon coats. Minerva roadsters, diamonds from ten karats up, do not secure a rightful position In a real social aristocracy. In the social circles of the younger generation in Washington a "family history" is not demanded. One must have personality-a goal above the common level and the hall marks of a college bred individual. Washington people of the better class are more genuine than those of other cities who take people for what they seem to be. Washington people want to know who you are, what you are doing, and sometimes who your people were, at one glance. This is neither idle curiosity nor food for gossip. When a new-comer is presented to Washington people they want to get at the vital points of sterling like-mindedness. To know a person thoroughly is to find if the points of contact are really vital. Genuine relations cannot be established by contracts made in fleeting instances of a momentary like-mindedness. Washington society is genuine. Dumb frogs can be caught from a pond by a piece of red flannel cloth on a hook. The flannel is mistaken for food. Washingtonians seek real qualities beneath the surface. The flash of outside appearances mean very little to them. If a laudable cause is at the basis for the outside glitter then such a cause is entree to Washington Society. Truly, therefore, in the Nation's Capital City exists not a "Nigger Heaven" but an aristocracy of American citizens that white Americans know nothing of; a group that sociologists have yet to account for; a community motivated by a creditable educational, and cultural standard; a clas of people who sound an undeniable prelude for the Americanization of the Negro. Washington Society is indeed prophetic of the New Negro. But it is a prophecy that has flowered from a fertile soil of generations of well directed growth. Lonesome Hearts :::: By Jackie Nobile Note: This column is a medium through which perosns may be introduced to congenial companions. No names published. A stamped envelope enclosed will insure the forwarding of desired letters. Data written in pencil will not be considered. The Tattler does not assume responsibility for the good faith of correspondents. Address Jackie Nobile, Editor of Lonesome Hearts Column, Inter-State Tattler. ? "If you had no one near you Who would try to cheer you, You'd be lonesome, too." * * * (This little note tucked away in a cute little envelope that had gabled houses, trees and flowers on the inside, winged its way to me.. I am appreciative). "I wish to thank you for your sincerity in aiding me. I have not yet responded to the gentleman's reply. Just phoned to night to find him out of town. Will write you developments later." \* \* \* (Believing that my readers would like to take a glance at what the other fellow writes, I hereby print a few answers to letters sent out). "I would appreciate very much getting in touch with the young college student who is very lonesome and wants an honest-to-goodness pal. I am dark brown, 5 ft. 5 inches, weigh 128 lbs.; have bobbed hair which they say is very pretty. I am 18 years old. Have been to High School but was forced to stop on account of the death of my mother, which leaves me all alone." * * * (If a brown skin girl with curley hair pleases, she may have the gentleman who writes herein). "Dearest Jackie: I was reading your column. As far as I can see, I believe you will help me to find a nice girl. I am very lonesome and sad. Want someone to correspond with me to cheer me up. I want a brownskin girl with curly hair, about 25 years old, 5 ft. 6 in., weight 120 or 130 lbs. I am 26, weight 163 lbs., am 6 ft., light brown. Not bad hair it will pass. I don't dance or drink or gamble. I might be very neat." * * * (Hear ye! hear ye! Can I find a young lady to fit this description?) 'Do you think there is anyone who would take enough interest in a lonely school boy to carry on a correspondence? I am in my senior year and will graduate at the end of next term. I am tall, brown skin and have fairly nice hair. I am considered attractive by all my associates. Am particular about my general appearance and I am neat. I like dancing and all sports very much. Would like to correspond with a nice young girl. She need not be pretty but must be attractive. It is also essential that she dress nicely, have nice hair and a light brown complevion. She must be about five feet, six inches tall. Would exchange photos. Jackie, I do hope you will find a girl as I have described. I am anxiously awaiting an answer." * * * (Here is an interesting one from a pe'ite girlie, that went on its way somewhere to someone and she's versatile too.) "Dear Mr. College Student--Not knowing your name, I'm sure you will pardon my using that term, won't you? I am a constant reader of the Tattler and Jackie's Lonesome Heart Column. I read where you wanted to meet a lady friend May I add my name to your list, if it isn't already too full? Living in a small town one gets very lonely, especially when one is not acquainted with many folks. I am 21 years of age, dark brown complexion--5 ft. 3 inches, weigh 129 lbs., mannish bob; fond of outdoor sports. I also play piano an dsaxophone and I just love writing. I have quite a few short stories that I've written but have at the nerve to try my luck at having them published. I could write you ever so long a letter, C. S., but must wait and see what Jackie is going to do for me. I'm hoping to get your name and address, so I can send you plenty of cheer; and I know you won't be lonesome again. Until we're further introduced--" * * * (The following writer says he is known as "Sonny Boy". That within itself is interesting and may throw light on his character). "I write to see if you can get me in touch with the Lonesome Heart that says 'for God's sake, Jackie, please try and find someone to brighten my lonesome life.' I am 26 years of age, weigh 196 lbs. -6 ft. and look like a big Indian chief, good looking, too. Jackle! My teeth are perfect, no bad habits—am perfect gentleman: also speak Spanish, Italian and Portuguese fluently. I too, am very affectionate. Please, try and get me that girl, she appeals to me." "I wish to congratulate the Inter-State Tatler for the abundance of help it is to all of us and wish to say it is a wonderful paper. Have always been wild about it. I have been reading your column a short time and think it very interesting and too, how you help so many. I am a young man of 27.5 ft. 10 inches, medium brownskin, fond of all sports, dancing—play all string instruments. Have traveled quite a bit and once was very prosperous in life but had the misfortune to be sent to prison. Since I have been here do not believe that I have missed a single letter and answer to the authors in your column. I believe you will help me if I but ask. I would like to have someone to correspond with while I am serving my sentence--just a friendly correspondence--I do not ask for pity, but I haven't anyone to write to me and I feel very, very lonely." The appeals from the inside are many and touching.) "While I sit in the prison thinking I am hoping that some Lonesome Heart will accept my plea. I am not a bad young man and why I am here is because I kept bad company and got a bad break. I am looking for a young lady about 20 years of age, nice looking. I am 23, brownskin, 5 ft. 9 inches tall. Am a chauffeur—considered a good dancer; fond of all sports. Please, Jackie, help me if you can I am really lonesome. I will be released in October. I am sure some nice young lady will hear my little plea." * * * (Iff Mr. Arno Foche will communicate with Jackle Nobile he will receive information that may interest him.) * * * (Here is a new shade of brown that ought to be very attractive.) "Dear Jackie Nobile-I know you've made many hearts happy through your column. I know you'll help me. I would like to meet an educated (college preferred) young man no older than 28. He must be at least 5 ft. 6 inches to 6 feet tall and be nice, neat and good looking. An unreproachable character is desired. He must be congenial. I know you wonder who it is that is so exacting as to her friends, so here goes—I am a young school teacher (20). This is my second year as a school marm. I am brown skin (cocoa-color). My friends consider me nice looking. You may judge for yourself. I like dancing, whist and all outdoor sports. Am about 5 ft. 6 inches, weight, 139. My character has never had a blemish on it. As to my personality, many people have said I have that undefinable something called 'it.' Send photo please." THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Medical Notes By KELLY MILLER, JR. THE appearance of a generalized rash on the skin and on the mucous- membrane of the mouth indicates the beginning of the secondary stage of syphilis. These secondary eruptions usually develop on the average of from 6 to 10 weeks after the appearance of the chancre (shungker) or initial sore on the genital organs. A. The eruption is usually symetrical in distributions, generalized, and superficial. The mouth and throat may show small greyish white mucous patches, and the moist warm parts of the body as the armpits or between the buttucks may present large flat greyish blue moist patches. 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If your dealer can't supply you —order direct from Ho-Ro-Co Mfg. Co. St. Louis. Mo. Four Sizes; 25c, 50c, 60c & $1.50 ASK YOUR DEALER FOR LA-EM-STRAIT Reg. U.S. Pat.00 HAIR DRESSING Made by Ho-Ro-Co Mfg. Co., St. Louis, Mo. CHICAGO - T HE brides, perhaps from other cities are standing out a hit more Prominent in the spotlight of being entertained. We have Mrs. William J. Kelly who has already been introduced to the social elite. Dr. and Mrs. E. A. Graham, 5434 Prairie Avenue, were the hosts at a lovely wedding reception honoring the charming bride of Dr. E. Milton Johnson, formerly a teacher in the schools in Washington, D. C. Dr. Johnson, a f.rmer student of Howard University and prominent physi- cian, went to the capital City recently and married Miss Janice A. Brown, daughter of Mr. and Mrs, James A. Brown. Mrs. Johnson is surely welcome in our social circles here as she is an accomplished musician and brilliant scholar. She and her husband are at home at 5814 Indiana Avenue. And Dr. Sol E. Johnson, popular dentist about town, went to Ocean Springs, Miss., for his bride, the former Ruth O. Keyes, principal of the city school there, and the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Keyes. Mr. Keyes has been a political figure for many years, and the postmaster for twenty years. Dr. Johnson is a graduate of Meharry Medical College, a Phi Beta man, and belongs to most all the athletic organizations. Chicago welcomes these three brides. *« * ; a. re Saad a a af ka : * ; r aed : . a } er , wf ae ee ; ean an es , * Ce A eas ; 3 fs: a ae ae AS , ee. 4 a 7 ret . 2 “*; al ee a * 7 “a gil oe . Ret oe ae i “ , % Bee ae Pe eee. 4 ra ; a he : 3 a ag sage? | ‘ fy i. ee ad dee 7 meee ss eae aes 4 Ree ae eae eS Se oa, ee eee 2 ae eof fest ba pa eas? q oe & aor BM sch gk MMs oe ees a . a ca Te Bone aoe : eee St cea ee Reece rae i SP eae oe te eee ig po oe es: wos EO eS fii oe 4 ES. 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Ce Ce RR i ie cr Sak eae Borer: Mee oa ee ee ae Bees es SB ae aan Sree G8 a Bebe Gece. gee SIERO BE ED Si 0H SATO ROD ~ RE SE SS: 12 ERO PT ty eM LN ER SERN ORAS, pee PR ei scorn CG Sie MMi ae CL Re Na aC sn NUMER, Chaney ean Gaon gh oh ae RUM eee eet ae oe a Peet aera eal Riemer ee Pra ee Sra cg Ramen acoso Se acer ae piece EAS GOIN IN RPE Tac RAS oe SEMEN cP CUTTS a, SiC mcnnes is PR Rao eR RE tee Ons te eee Rag EEL CEU MPT CSE Mite DRS eC 8 oe a Be eee PO, MER anne, ee” eve Ne cmt eh pe nana a rere and aeegniee pee ee ETHEL SHEPPARD, charming little dancer who has added to the glories of a number of danc- ing ensembles, is one of Harlem’s own. Friday, January 25, 1929 Mrs. Ida Thornton Fisher, of Athens, Ga. is the house guest of her daughter, Mrs. Lucille Hill, and son, Homer C. Thornton, at 5836 Calumet Ave. * * ‘* Miss Elliotte Dobbins, 444 East 48th street, has returned home. after spending a few days in De troit, Mich. * - * Mr. & Mrs. John Irvin Jr. enter: tained at dinner Mr. and Mrs. Horace Taylor Jr., on their first wedding anniversary on last Sun- day afternoon. Those present were Mrs, Beulah Mitchell Hill, Mme. Patti Brown, Mr. George R. Garner Jr., Miss Hattie Hopkins, Mr. & Mrs. Horace Taylor Jr., Mr. Chas. W. Mills, Mr. and Mrs. J. Mayo Williams and Mr. & Mrs. John Irvin. * * = Mr. Anthony Overton, Chief of the Overtonians, on last Thursday afternoon and evening gave over to the Overtonians the entire Over- ton building for a few hours of pleasure. Mr, Overton is known throughout the country as one of the races most prosperous men. . fa 2 oe Page Fifteen Fer Advertising and Circulation Call Lawrence G. Abernathy, District Representative 642 EAST 64th STREET, APT 1 Peggy Denison Overby, Society Editor He is president of the Douglas National Bank, the owner and editor of the Chicago Bee, the president of the Overton Hygiene Co. and heads four other large firms including the Victory Life Insurance Co. Those who had charge of delic- acies and fun making were Mrs Katherine Irvin and Mr. Ettinger F. Smith. Some of those present, and there were fully three hundred, were, Davis. Misses Odessa Cowan, Thelma Jones, Shirley Wedding- ton Alice B. Henry, Dorothy Wheeler, Estelle King, Joyce Bell, Madames Hazel Thompson Davis, B. G. Edelen, Hazel O’Neal, Beu- lah Mitchell Hill, Myrtle Teeters, Mr. Sol Butler, Mr. & Mrs. John Irwin and Mr. Chas. A. Shaw. * * 7 Misses Blanche and Emelyn Shaw had as their guest on last Sunday afternoon at dinner Mr. Garland Anderson, author of Appearances, and Mr. George R. Garner Jr. the International tenor. The party later in the evening were the thea- tre guests of Mr. Anderson to see Appearances now playing at the Princes theatre. | Inaugural banquet on last Wednes- day evening at 7:30 P.M. Hon. Edward H. Wright was Master-of- ceremonies. It was an _ evening that will be long remembered by its members, The Hon. Edward Wright was the first President of the Club and old members recalled the good old days when the club house was on Wabash avenue, Speeches were made by pass-presi- dent David Hawley and President Lewis E. Johnson. A telegram was received from the Tattler by Mr. Laurence Abernathy, Chicago rep- resentative of the Tattler. The message offered congratulations and success for the coming year, and won much applause. There were fully one iiundred members present and it surely was a glorious evening. Some of those present were: Mr. David Manson, Dr. Geo. C. Hall Mr. Cleveland Parker, Dr, Rosen- berg, Mr. Jessie Swader. Mr. R. S. Abbott, Judge Albert B. George, Representative Geo. Kersey, Mr. David McGowan, Mr. Chas. Settles, Mr. Frank Franklin, Att. S. A. T. Watkins and many others. CJ * * Mrs. Ida KE. Brown, nationally known clubwoman of Jersey City, N. J. State orpanizer of New Jersey for the National Federation of Wo- men’s Clubs was at the dinner at the home of Attorney Violette Anderson Johnson, Other guests were: Mesdames Hlizabeth Lind. sey Davis, Fannye Turner, Mabel Ferguson, Ida B. Wells” Barnette, and M, ©, B. Mason. * * * A man in the barbor shop said that he would bet a five dolar bill that Mr. John D. Rockefeller Jr. of New York would have Robert W. Stewart of Chicago oosted out of office within a month. You may add ‘oosted” to your vocabulary. * * Garland Anderson, noted play- wright and Geo. R. Garner Jr. cele- brated tenor were guests of honor of the Woman's Committee of the Urban League at the Y. W. C. A. on last Tuesday afternoon. Mrs Wendell F. Greene presided at the meeting which preceded the tea, Miss Mary McDowell and Dr, Robert IK. Parks delivered very in- teresting addresses. Some of the ladies present were Mrs. Herman IX. Moore, Mrs. Leroy Johnson Mrs. J. W. Tilden, and Mrs, Jessie Swader. * * * The box holders for the Geo. R Garner Jr. recital at Orchestra Tall January 29 are, Mr. & Mrs. Wen- dell KE. Greene Dr. & Mrs. Carl G. Roberts, Mr. & Mrs. Max Adler, Pr. & Mrs. Spencer Dickerson, Rev. L. K. Williams, John KF. Gil- christ, Mr. & Mrs. Robert S. Ab- bott, Miss ellen Holt, Mrs. Kather ine Isham Farwell, Mrs. Geo. F. Pond, and Dr, & Mrs. R. A. Wil liams. Others who are expected and have reservations are, Mrs. A. A. McCormick, Miss Amelia Lears. Mrs. Inez Dickerson, Mrs. W. Grants Dailey Miss Thelma Blan- ton, Miss Thyra Edwards, Mise Laverta Holt, Att. & Mrs. Chas. Wilson Mr. Lawrence Abernathy. Dr. & Mrs. Geo, C. Hall, Mr. & Mrs. Henry C, Beaver, Mrs. T. T. Elliott. Mrs. Othello Graham of Los Angles Cal., Miss Emily Davey of Atlanta, - Dr. T. P. Rose of St. Paul, Minn cna Bieieces Ae tes. 2 (py oR ( ; GD ft p we ( en WM. F. JOHNSON: What is the fare from England to the U.S.A. first or second class? ANS.: $92.00 is the cheapest; $205 the .naximum. ew W. L. J.: Is Lew Leslie white or colored? ANS.: Colored. * * * Ik. JONES: How many race mil lionaires have we, and name them. ANS.: As you know, this is very difficult, to determine until an actual iprobation’ of will after death of the person. On this basis [ cannot say whether at the present time there are any Negroes worth a million dollars. There have been such in the past, Robert I. Church a Negro busi- ness man Of Memphis, Tenn., who died in 1912 left property amounting to approximately $2.- 000,000. Colonel] John MeKee of Philadelphia, Pa., died in 1902 and according to reports had ac- anired over $1,000,000. In 1919 Mme. C. J. Walker, beauty cul- turist. of New York, left an es- tate of over $1,000,000. * * * J. MARTIN: When and where did Harry Greb defeat Gene Tunney for the light-weight crown? Was ita K. O.? Where does Greb hail from? ANS.: Greh gained the decision over Tunney at Madison Square Garden in 15 rounds of real good fehting on May 28rd, 1922, Greb comes from Pittsburgh, * * * A. 1. T.: Who is the oldest, Mae Murray or Pola Negri? Wher» were ihe Talmadge © sisters born? What is the difference in their ages? ANS.: Mae Murray is 39 and Pola Negri 31. Constance was born in Brooklyn and Norma was born in Niagara Falls WN. Y. There is 3 years difference in their ages. * * * V. ALLIEN: Who is the head of the N. C. Mutual Life Insurance Co.? How can [ reach him? ANS.: ©. C. Spanlding is the pres- ident. You can reach him by mail, wire, hoat, train, aeroplane, automobile, horse, or by walking, but in case you want to write the address is Rox 525 Durham, N. C. * * * YOU DON’T KNOW EVERY- SETINTCO On the COLLEGE AMPUS Lincoln University by "Markie" Parks AT this writing we are in the midst of our examinations, and believe me, we are in the midst of plenty of trouble. Exams would be all right if you knew what to study and how much to study. But "the man" can ask so much, and your knowledge is so scanty that you really can't help but stay up all night and "burn the midnight oil." To-night, as I made my rounds, I found all the well known sleepy heads up and on their stuff. There was "Moon" Burnett, Artie Thomas, "Ronny" Derry all trying to cram a whole book on the History of Education, in one night. Joe Meaddoughs and Clem Wortham studying French with the idea of learning the whole language in the same space of time, and "Mother Nature" Walker and "One" Smith trying to learn the elements of chemistry. But as Joe says, it is better to lay around for a whole semester doing nothing, and then do intensive studying for two or three weeks, than it is to trouble your mind each and every night with four or five hours work. College bred is truly a four years' loaf. Page Sixteen Lincoln University At this writing we are in the believe me, we are in the mids be all right if you knew what to "the man" can ask so much, and you really can't help but stay up oil." To-night, as I made my round heads up and on their stuff. There "Ronny" Derry all trying to cram Education, in one night. Joe Mead French with the idea of learning the of time, and "Mother Nature" We learn the elements of chemistry. around for a whole semester do studying for two or three weeks, t and every night with four or five four years' loaf. * * * Even if we are all wrapped up in our exams, we still have enough going on out here to make things sort of hum. Of course the well known week-enders are not visiting the neighboring cities to any great extent, but Just wait until exams are over and then watch P. Prince Boswell, Thomas Moseley, John Redmond, and "Artie" Thomas do their stuff. * * * Speaking of Johnny Redmond reminds me that he is quite as constant in writing as he is in visiting a certain young lady in a nearby city. And when a day rolls around without his receiving a letter there are telephone calls, telegrams, and radio messages to find out why! --- Another young man who is a very constant visitor to the City of Brotherly Love is our own "Mony" Dowling. He tries to tell us that it is all on business for the Armstrong Association, but that is a lot of stuff. * * * This time of year is quite a time for stone casting and so to be in order. I'm going to cast a few myself: Every one in the school is wondering who the young lady is who has the power to make Ted Huiton, the Don Juan of Englewood, N. J., run through his bucks like water through a sieve. The Thompson brothers, Norman and Brad, are much in arms about it because they feel that a Jersey boy should not have to take such treatment from any girl Philadelphia can produce. To which I say—the female of the species is always more deadly than the male. \* \* \* And of course you've heard of Smith, who wears the proud title of Assistant Manager, Chief News Gatherer, and Assistant Salesman of the Lincoln University Agency of the Inter-State Tattler. Well, my able little assistant is as able in backbiting as he is in gathering news. His method is to make himself strong with Papa and Mama, which I have always held is one of the best methods of attack in love making. Well anyhow, he's got himself a warm spot somewhere in Philly and this said warm spot is like a blowtorch to a certain young Junior whose names starts wit h"M." It doesn't stand for Murphy either. * * * Lovers may come and lovers may go, but there is one fellow out here at Lincoln who takes the cake. Medders is his name. Medders hails from Indiana and drives a Ford Roadster, but it is not from those facts that he received his fame. His glory lies in the fact that after only a few months on our verdant campus, he has become such a power with the ladies in the surrounding cities that when he "stands 'em up" they call up and apologize to him for his doing so. At's power and no lie! * * * J. Fitzgerald Martin, after having made many conquests in the North. ALPHA If college campuses are more crowded than class rooms and pedagogues are inclined to cuss softly at times, we offer ROSALINE ADAMS as Exhibit A, for a very concrete reason. ```markdown ``` # has set out to find new fields to conquer, and has let it be known that henceforth all of his lovemaking will be in the South. All a girl must rate is three B's for him to fall for her. The three B's are Beauty, Brains, and Bucks. *** "Mother Nature" Walker has obtained a cast iron vest to give his back protection from young Maxwell Chapman. It seems that a certain young lady in Baltimore has cast "Bill" aside for the handsome and debonair Max. The Baltimore Boys are too bad when it comes to the other fellows' girls. * * * Of course every one knows U. Simpson Tate who has a name as a man of many loves as well as being a profound philosopher. Anyhow there was a report that Tate was sick in Philly and before you could even imagine it, three young Philly damsels had driven out to inquire as to his health. Oh? The Power of some men! 車 車 車 Well, the exams mark the beginning of the end for Phi Delta Theta. Only five more months, more or less, and our "maybe's" will be "A.B's". Only a few more thousand beans and a few more frankfurters and then good-bye Lincoln. * * * Among the graduates in the midyear Class of 1929 are: Leon John, fondly known as "Desprit", Theodore C. Williams, our likeable "Chubby" and Melvin Mason. Every one wishes you much success down life's pathway, boys! TRACK NOTES By BENNIE BLANCHARD The Flying Finn, received the surprise of his life during the running of his 3,000 metre race. Gus Moore, ebony hued star of the Brooklyn Harriers gave Nurmi the race of colorful existence for 1% miles. Had Gus not let personal ambition overcome better judgment A. he could have finished far better than he did, which was a feat in itself, and also an advance notice of what to expect from Moore in the future. I fully believe he will soon become one of America's supreme distance men. I have heard from reliable sources that Gus recently turned in a 4.16 mile so you can readily see he is becoming faster and faster every day. * * * Phil Edwards ran a wonderful race to lose only two short yards from the finish. Taking the lead at the crack of the gun, he proceeded to lead his field all the way despite the continued efforts of opponents to wrest such from him. Phil ran despite the fact he was far from feeling well as I found out a week ago, but feeling it his duty he went through with the race. This is not an alibi for such is not needed for a runner of his type. Watch, however, from now on. * * * "Babe" Cooke is well on his way to his attempted comeback. Running a race far better than his race in the K. of C. Council "Babe" proved he had gained enough of his old speed to place third in the 440 special. Better luck next time. Watch the youngsters on February 2nd. Watch this column. SECRETARIAL Lincoln School 261-269 West 125th St., N.Y.C. Where Refined Colored Students Are Welcomed ALL COMMERCIAL COURSES Day and Evening Sessions Capable teaching, complete up-to-date equipment. Results. Students may begin at any time and at any stage of their studies. Catalog Upon Request. Phone MONument 3620. By the I's In the State of old Ohio, Glorious to view; Stands our noble Alma Mater, Dear Old W. U. ONE of the greatest mistakes in human nature today is that tendency to always see others faults and occasionally if ever your own. Lately on the campus, I have heard of talk about school spirit; we wonder why certain things do not react in certain ways, yet we never pause long enough to reason out the situation that perhaps unbeknowing to ourselves the fault is within us and not the other fellow. In short we find relief in criticizing someone else. Last school term we had perhaps one of our most outstanding football seasons, with the exception of school spirit, as far as yelling is concerned. However, it is never too late to improve. We need a change, why not start this quarter out right? Create within you if you haven't the right kind of pull for old W. U. and let's make the basketball season a success. JEANNETTE E. HOLMES Thursday, January 17. —Womanless wedding-Don't burst forth in supreme mirth-It was without doubt the biggest riot of the season-Prof. E. Champ Warrick, our six foot four Prof, was the bride, while Prof. V. V. Oak, who stands about five feet, played the part of the groom. In conjunction there were several added attractions. Miss Revelers rendered several selections. ** After the Simmons game last Friday night, the members of Xi Chapter Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity entertained the visiting teams. With Reid Jackson at the piano the music was too bad, and a good time was had by all. *** It is with profound grief that we must announce the death of Little Miss Margarite Carroll, nine year old daughter of Prof. J. C. Carroll, also Joseph Rayford, a student of the Academy. * * * On the 11th of January, Wilberforce took on Clark University of Atlanta, Ga., and lost 39 to 32. Three hours later Simmons University of Louisville, Ky. was played which game was won 48 to 21. The girls of Simmons and Wilberforce also played and the Simmonetters won 15 to 13. THE INTER-STATE TATTLER But as to the Clark game, Wilberforce basketers suffering and afflicted with a case of self-importance and acute over confidence after a lead of eight points with only six minutes to finish the game laid down and began to loaf, and before awakening time Clark pushed into the lead and was never overtaken despite the inured efforts of Wilberforce to catch up. 'Twas too late, for Clark, not to be outdone, fighting and not willing to give up until the hearse arrived garnered 39 points while Wilberforce was pushing them hard, but the final minutes had expired and the bark of the timer's pistol ended it all much to the distaste of the Wilberforceans. *** The game was not a regular scheduled game. The would be's of both teams got together that day and patched up a game due to the fact that Clark on a Northern tour was in this vicinity—having played in Cincinnati the night previous. This game was played in the afternoon. ```markdown ``` Wilberforce led the scoring up to the last six minutes of play and never was in danger of defeat. . . The passing, the offense, the defense was thrilling and scientific and too much for Clark to map out. The team was a regular working unit until they laid down. "Squat" Johnson and Dalton were the mainstays of Clark-Johnson doing the floor work with perfect passes to Dalton who would in turn garner a basket. * * * About three hours after the Clark affair, Wilberforce took on Simmons. Wilberforce proved far superior in this encounter as the score will tell--48 to 21. * * * The Wilberforce girls also played the Simmons' girls and in the last four minutes lost by a 15 to 13 count. * * * On the 12th, Wilberforce journeyed to the Northern part of the State and met the fast Blufton College five (white). When the final minutes were over they emerged with a 43 to 32 victory. * * * BEHIND THE NEWS Babe Shortridge, the very heavy lover is still in the lead, having made two or three additions to his Harem. * * * Now that the holidays are over, things are getting dull on the campus. Let's have a party? What say Thelma Ingram? ★ ★ ★ Since we published the list last week there are many changes in the social world. Something has happened to "Nubbie" Smith and Dorothy Johnson. He is attempting to make it with Mildred Jackson. ★ ★ ★ Felix is still remaining the unattainable sheik of the campus. Say fellow give the girls a break. By the way Redden, who was the fair damsel you brought to the party in Columbus the night the Glee Club sang there? * * * We note that Henry Purnell made his initial drag, the night of the womanless wedding. That's the fight Purnell stick right in there. TARIAL School 25th St., N.Y.C.