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For Reservations Phone: Edgecombe 8887 The Inter-State Tattler DEC. 20 1929 MOSES, Editor GERALDYN DISMOND, Managing Editor, Friday of every week by the Inter-State Tattler Publishing Co., Inc. Avenue, New York, N. Y. Telephone: Edgecombe 6661-0061. second class Matter February 26, 1926, at the Post Office in New under the act of March 8, 1878. Subscription rate $3.50 per year. Duty: Demand from Chain Stores and other to exploit us—equal patronage unreservedly. ALVIN J. MOSES, Editor GERALDYN DISMOND, Managing Editor. Published Friday of every week by the Inter-State Tattler Publishing Co., Inc. 2294 Seventh Avenue, New York, N. Y. Telephone: Edgecombe 6061-0061. 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. Harlem's Duty: Demand from Chain Stores and other Trusts who exploit us—equal patronage unreservedly. The Passing of A Valorous Nation (An Editorial On the Haitian Crisis) Haitian situation is a complicated problem. Unlike Hey Broun, the editorial writers of the white dailies and THE Haitian situation is a complicated problem. Unlike Heywood Broun, the editorial writers of the white dailies and the master minds of the Negro press, we are not able to suggest a solution off hand. We do know, however, that before even an approximately just understanding of the problem can be reached certain fictions must be brushed aside and the naked facts of the situation faced with resolution, even if we must flinch while facing them. The first of these fictions is the assumption of most Negroes who talk or write about the problem that there is some affinity of interests or culture between the Haitians and American Negroes. This assumption is little better than nonsense. To begin with, the two peoples are oceans apart temperamentally. The Haitians are a proud and valiant nation. Aframericans are a sturdy people who, while not lacking in physical and moral courage, are more inclined to meet their problems with fortitude and thought than with desperate opposition. It often happens, of course, that individuals of the two peoples mutually admire each other. It also happens that an Aframerican and a Scandinavian, or even an Aframerican and a Texan, sometimes mutually admire each other. But to assume that the two peoples have an affinity of interests because both are colored is as foreign to fact as it is to assume that the people of Belgium and the natives of Yugo-Slavia have an affinity of interests because both are white. Once Aframerican publicists recognize this fact, that a blow at Haitian interests is not necessarily a blow at the interests or dignity of American Negroes, they will discuss the matter with less heat and more sense. The second fiction to be erased from a mind that desires to reach clarity of judgment is the assumption that the Haitians are any less free today than they were before the American occupation; or at any other time in their history during the all too brief era of Christopher. If President Borno were not ruling the country from behind a ring of American bayonets he would probably be ruling it from behind a ring of Haitian bayonets bought with Italian, French or perhaps American dollars. Or if some other politician were sustained in office by virtue of foreign bought arms, and rewarding the buyers of those arms with concessions, Borno would probably be organizing the revolution against him. Such conditions have kept the country practically in constant servitude to whatever foreigners were able to employ the most native riflemen. The change from direct control to direct foreign control was certainly not one of the major tragedies of history. Another fiction that should be thrown in the discard is the assertion that the purpose of the occupation is to give the Haitians a lesson in self government. The Americans are in Haiti for the same reason that they are in Argentina, Boliva, England and Germany. That is to make money. We are in the process of building up a vast economic empire, the tentacles of which are thrust into large or powerful countries by various means of peaceful penetration. It would not pay to send a cruiser to seize the backbone of the German automobile industry for General Motors or to send marines to obtain voting control of various British electric businesses for General Electric. Our economic expansion in those countries is being accomplished in a subtler fashion. But when we are seeking a foothold in weak countries like Nicaragua or Haiti it is often expedient to dispatch marines to the scene to let everybody know who's boss around there. Contrary to the twaddle of Negro publicists and white liberals, the Haitians, while undeniably a valorous people, are by no means a nation of incorruptible patriots. Contrary to the cant of the conservative white dailies, the marines are not in Haiti for the purpose of playing Santa Claus and endowing the island with the blessings of a Chicago civilization. They are there because the rulers of the United States believe the way the Haitians were conducting their government was inimical to our prosperity and security. Eventually, perhaps soon, the marines may be withdrawn. But American authority in the island is there to stay and Haitian Liberty is a thing of the past. We are stating a fact, not justifying its existence. No one can deny the validity of the Haitians' assertion of the moral right to run their country any way they please, even if they run it into the ground. On the other hand it is certainly not a crime for the United States to protect its interests and strengthen its prosperity. It is a situation in which each party has a clear moral right in the position it has taken, and, as we said earlier in this editorial, we have no idea how the problem could be settled with justice to both sides. Nevertheless we are convinced that a bad situation has been made much worse by the bungling of successive Republican administrations. For instance, it would be the tactful thing for a Government with various types of soldiers at its disposal to garrison occupied territory with the troops least irritating to the natives. Instead the Government has garrisoned the island with marines largely recruited in the South. It seems that the Government intends to deliberately insult the nation circumstances compel it to injure. President Hoover, who was elected largely because of his record as a humanitarian, has it in his power to atone for the blunders of his party. He has asked Congress for authority to John Curry Resigns Vol. V No. 51 JOHN F. CURRY, new Tammany war chief, who up to a few days ago was the Commissioner of Records, gave up the important assignment last Monday so that he would be able to devote all of his energies to Tammany Hall. Having scored a signal and glorious triumph in the re-election of New York's most popular Mayor, Jimmy Walker, the newly chosen war chief is preparing to deliver Manhattan to Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt, who is practically certain to again be the Democratic standard bearer in the gubernatorial election next year. THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN While it is practically certain that Manhattan is certain to be checked in the Democratic column. Mr. Curry fully appreciates that he will have to overcome the heavy vote of the up-state Republican Machine in order to chalk up another victory. Up state is strongly Republican and the G. O. P. machine functions exceedingly well outside of New York City. The Republicans will make a desperate fight to defeat Governor Roosevelt for he is a dangerous presidential possibility and they want to eliminate him. To this end they will make a determined fight to come down from up-state with such a margin as to make Curry's task hopeless. But Tammany's popular leader is undaunted by the gigantic task he has before him. Having scored one great triumph, Mr. Curry is determined to keep up the winning habit. Franklin Roesevelt must be re-elected and in order to make certain of that victory, Mr. Curry resigned as Commissioner of Records that he could devote all of his efforts to the gubernatorial campaign of 1930 and victory. "Pi Lambda Theta" of Syracuse University Defends Race Girl SYRACTSE, Dec. 16.—Defying efforts of the national organization as well as those of individual members of outside chapters to force them to expel from their roster a colored student whom they initiated two years ago. coed members of Pi Lambda Theta, professional pedagogical society of Syracuse University, today declared they would rather face expulsion charges than to take the step. The controversy between the Syracuse chapter and national headquarters was brought to a crux when it was discovered the co-eds had initiated Edythe Dorsey, a colored student, who was graduated with high honors last June. Individual members, principally from the Southern chapters, have declared they will resign rather than belong to the same society with the colored graduate. Faculty members joined the Hill coeds today in declaring the rest of the fraternity may withdraw from membership, but that they would make no discrimination in race or color in selecting their members and that they would never vote the expulsion of Miss Dorsey. 1930 According to the stories, Hazel was hitting the dope hard and was failing at her work. Repeatedly taken to task, she resented the reprimands and became worse. The unfortunate girl was first accused of being a heavy drinker. The European wines and cordials soon conquered her and made her a victim to the green-eyed monsters hidden deep in the fiery beverages. Then Hazel, according to the stories, grieving about a great "Lost Lover" here in New York City, began to use dope. Her desperate appeals to this lover here in the United States to send for her being ignored, the girl is credited with taking her own life. But who knows, how or why? Was it a suicide or an accident? Or was it so written in the Book of Life that that was to be the way that petite Hazel Sheppard-Anderson was to pass out of this world? Who knows? North Harlem Community Council Fights Rent Increase We Go To Press On MONDAY, DECEMBER 23rd If your Copy is not in this office by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20th, it will not appear in the Christmas Issue. HAZEL SHEPPARD- ANDERSON Little adorable Hazel, once the toast of the New York Night Clubs, is reported a suicide in London, England. According to the rumor, the girl took poison and was found dead several hours later in her London apartment. She had met with several reverses, was disappointed by her former friends, she foolishly decided that death was the easiest way out. Hazel was a member of the Rufus Greenlea and Thaddeus Drayton act that also included little Hilda Rogers, making a rather clever foursome. Some misunderstanding arose and Hazel and her partners separated. This happened somewhere in Continental Europe, but in some way, little Hazel, alone, managed to get back to England. According to the stories, Hazel was failing at her work. Repeatedly reprimands and became worse. accused of being a heavy drinker cordials soon conquered her and eyed monsters hidden deep in the Then Hazel, according to the story Lover" here in New York City, appeals to this lover here in the being ignored, the girl is credited But who knows, how or why? Or was it so written in the Book way that petite Hazel Sheppard-world? Who knows? North Harlem Community A mass meeting will be held Sunday afternoon, December 22, at 3:30 P.M. at St. James Church, 140th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue, under the auspices of the Brotherhood of the church and the North Harlem Community Council. The purpose of the meeting is to have a membership drive, and to take up the housing problem, especially for those who are effected by the rent We Go To MONDAY, DE If your Copy is no FRIDAY, DEC it will not appear in raises that the landlords in this community are demanding the tenants to pay as high as $28.00 per month more than they were paying. The Community Council has prepared survey blanks and is going to make a house to house carvas to get the facts and the real truth about the conditions of the houses so that these facts can be brought to the attention of the legislature which meets in January. THE LOOK OF THE WEEK 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. Page Four ```markdown ``` MISS WILHELMINA ADAMS, formerly President of the Utopia Neighborhood Club, and one of the most popular members of the "Smarter Set," snap ed with her pedigreed Chow. Miss Adams is secretary of the Women's Auxiliary of the N. A. A. C. P., member of the Urban League, and a member of the Christmas Cheer Committee. In her s'are time she serves as Chairman of the Women's Auxiliary of the Edgecombe Sanitarium. --- MISS VIRGINIA SMITH, charming daughter of John C. Smith, well known N. Y. bandmaster, who was a recent visitor in New York as the house guest of our famous dancing teacher, Miss Grace Giles. Miss Smith is a resident of Sewickly, Pa., and will leave shortly on a trip to beautiful California. Photo by Stedeford-Pitts. On On the Cover~ A Bronze Beauty from one of the Floor shows that makes Harlem's Nite Life the talk of these United States. ```markdown ``` --- MRS. HELEN DANIELS, charming wife of the well known Theodore Daniels. Harlem can well be proud of its younger matrons who are making not only splendid housewives and mothers, but are also interesting themselves in the welfare work of the community. 8 The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale image with a smooth, curved surface. There are no discernible features or text that can be clearly identified. THE WORLD'S FINEST CAT Courtesy of R. E. Mercer. --- The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a grayscale image with a faint, indistinct pattern that could be part of a background or a placeholder. Without clear text, it is impossible to provide a precise transcription or analysis. Photo by Campbell. THE INTER-STATE TATTLER EK The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a curved surface with a smooth texture. There are no discernible features or objects that can be clearly identified. THE NEW YORKER IRIS BARTLETTE unsophisticated little school Miss who best typifies the real Honor Girl type "Harlem" is so justly proud of. School girls of this type can be seen meandering up Seventh Ave. each afternoon after the daily studies are over. Their bright and cheerful faces are a pleasure to see. Xmas time is the season which seems to be especially created for the young. Their sororities, clubs and cliques all vie with each other in giving holiday entertainments. --- Social Snapshots Geraldyn Dismond TUESDAY the w. k. Ace Club Boys gave their annual complimentary formal at the Renaissance. My word these chaps are popular. Thousands actually came and stormed the casino. We love the Ace parties but you can't blame us when they entertain so graciously. This year the clever little Misses Catherine Dummitt, Hazel Street, Arline Richardson, Cornelius Street, Nannette Jones and Doris Selby twinkled their toes for the enjoyment of the guests. They were charming. For once I was rewarded for getting to a dance early, because the late arrivals found the doors closed—there just wasn't another inch of space left. Such popularity must be deserved. Friday, December 20, 1929 TUESDAY the w. k. Ace Club B formal at the Renaissance. Thousands actually came and stop parties but you can't blame us when year the clever little Misses Cath Richardson, Cornelius Street, Nann their toes for the enjoyment of the once I was rewarded for getting to rivals found the doors closed—the left. Such popularity must be dese --- Johannes Arrindell, the Ace president, sends all sorts of apologies to all the royal Ace friends who couldn't get in and promises you another good blow-out. In the crush were: Mr. and Mrs. Al Lack, Mr. Langston of S. C., Mrs. Grimes, Gaucho Club, Bescony Boys, Saveo Club, Miss McGuire, Dr. Leo Gibbons, Judge Flannigan, Mrs. L. P. Ernst, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Taylor, Faideherbe Club, Meteors, Renown, Amici Boni, Ziegfeld, Mah Jongg, Social Rounders, Ampico, La Sance, Arcadian Co-eds, Tangerine Girls, Strollers, Clover Whist Club, Miss Quinn, Mrs. Richardson, Panama Girls, Globe, Silver Slipper, Le Mielleur Toujour, Crotona Girls, Unique, Just Us Girls, Harmony Club, Rialto Girls, Allecret Club, Ideal Pals, New York Times Glee Club. After the dance the members entertained their special friends at the ritzy Rosebud Tea Room. * * * Antoinette Deming will have as house guest during the holidays her sister, Mrs. Benjamin Banks and daughter Shirley of Hartford, Conn. Minnie Patterson and Harold Jackman are on the sick list this week. * * * Hattie Frazier Walker of Richmond was called home by the passing of her mother, Laura Frazier, who died Saturday morning at St. Luke's Hospital after an illness of one month. She is survived by four children, Hattie F. Walker, Martha F. Wiggins, Malvine Frazier and Andrew Frazier, and a granddaughter, Maggie Laura Walker. Funeral services were held at Abyssinia Baptist Church Tuesday morning at eleven o'clock. Walter Scott, Jesse Wynn, Charles Poyer, William Stewart, Clarence Harper, Jim Stewart and John Davis were the pallbearers and Ferdinand Q. Morton, John Carey, Dr. Robert Cooper, Dr. W. W. Whitfield, Joseph Brown. Lonnie Hicks, O'Savior Beatrize, Billy Trott, Dude Adams, Oscar Hammerstein and Major Stewart, the honorary ball bearers. Dr. Melville Charlton was at the organ and appropriate solos were rendered by Annie Wiggins Brown of Baltimore and A. A. Hastons. Mrs. Frazier, who was sixty-five years old was one of the first settlers in Harlem where she had lived for over forty years. Hundreds of telegrams, an endless stream of grief stricken friends and mountains of flowers told the story of her beautiful life. * * * At last I found out about the World series and pork chops that had me up a tree last week. The story was that Big John and Billy Higgins, in order to see a World Series game, got in line at three o'clock the morning before the event. Behind them was a woman. By seven in the morning they were beginning to realize what it feels like to be dry and hungry. So the lady agreed to go home and cook breakfast if they would let her back in her original place. They eagerly consented and a couple of hours later she returned with a basket of food—the main article of which was pork chops. B M. EVELYN LANEY, popular member of Harlem's Smart Set who recently opened the Evelyn Shoppe at 2424 Seventh Ave., Apt. 1. So many lovely gifts are gathered there that it's simply impossible to give them all the praise they deserve. The daintest of French lingerie, swank bags and gloves, hosiery in the latest shades, chic chapeaux, and the last word in costume jewelry. The Evelyn Shoppe makes Christmas buying a pleasure. Courtesy of de Lawrence The many friends of Bertha Lambert extend sympathy to her during this period of sorrow caused by the death of her brother who resided at Winston-Salem. ★ ★ ★ Dropped into Douglas Howe's Hobby Horse Sunday night for waffles and chicken. What a smart rendezvous done in red, black and apple green and de-licious food on swank Italian crockery. Hoffman and Burkman are exhibiting a collection of nudes and landscapes. * * * The Dark Tower is becoming the Sunday night whoopee center. A cover charge of a half dollar entitles you to an evening of dancing and impromptu entertainment. As brilliant as the Tower gatherings are, how can people be impatient about service. After all, every meal there is really a party. Met the handsome Ralph Cooper in Domenicks Sunday night which reminds me, Domenick is preparling turkey with a special Italian stuffing for Christmas dinner. * * * The William Bojangles Robinsons arrived Saturday from Montreal and left Thursday for Chicago where they will remain through the holidays. * * * New Yorkers were shocked to learn of the death of Mrs. William Boyd of Brooklyn on Thursday morning. Funeral services were held Sunday from St. Augustine's Church. Mrs. Boyd is the mother of Ethelyn Boyd Hunton and one of the pioneer settlers of Brooklyn. Dr. Walter Whitfield has perman- member of Harlem's Smart Set on Shoppe at 2424 Seventh Ave., its are gathered there that it's from all the praise they deserve.eric, swank bags and gloves,eric chapeaux, and the last word clyn Shoppe makes Christmas Courtesy of de Lawrence. ently located in New York to further his musical studies and prepare for a concert career. Dr Whitfield spent last year abroad and has just returned from a successful concert in Cleveland where he was presented by his fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi. Grace Giles' famous Bandana Dancing Girls was one of the star acts last Sunday night at the Casino Theatre. The program was given for the benefit of the Florence Mills Theatrical Association. --- The popular Jimmy Mordecai can be heard every night crooning the latest song hits at his own Dining Room upon the Hill. The popular Jimmie is a no mean rival of Rudy Vallee's. Just when Harlemites were preparing to entertain the charming Rhetta You Accept a Substance Perfect Bleach Cream — I am highly Effective. Insist On an G STORMS AND B MANUFACTURE Braswell of Atlantic City, word comes of the unexpected death of her husband, Dr. William Braswell. Her many friends in New York send condolence. * * * Last Saturday the Fisk Jubilee Singers were presented at the John Golden Theatre in West 57th Street. --- Sunday was another big day. In the afternoon, the Romantic Aces (I know not who they are) presented Eugene Willis Bradley, tenor; Eustace "Bert" White, baritone; and Lydia Winters in recital at Elks' Auditorium. And that evening the Florence Mills Theatrical Association gave its grand benefit performance at the Casino Theatre. --- Thursday the North Harlem Community Council gave its annual Christmas Benefit Dance at the Savoy and drew a splendid crowd. The proceeds from the affair will be used to provide the poor children of the community with toys and candies Christmas morning at the Alhambra Theatre. The committee which did such excellent work was headed by Catherine S. Lassiter, assisted by Gussie Watts and Emilie Ramery. ```markdown ``` Friday is always a busy night. Two dances, the meeting of the Cosmopolitan Club and a performance by the Utopia Players occupied the stage. * * * The Cosmopolitan Medical Club, which is composed of physicians from the Northern and Canadian schools, met at St. Luke's. The guest of the evening was Dr. James T. Granady who has a suite in the Dunbar Courts. Dr. Aubrey Maynard read a well-prepared and scholarly paper on Infections of the Hand. Those present were Doctors Godfrey Nurse, Louis R. Middleton, H. Binga Dismond, Albert Armstrong, Chester Chinn, Harold L. Ellis and Ivan E. Parris. Dr. Oma Price was re-elected president; Dr. Randolph Henderson, vice-president; and Dr. Neville Whiteman, secretary-treasurer. . . . The Utopia Players, organized and directed by Gladys MacDonald, offered to their patrons and friends a complimentary presentation of two one-act plays in the auditorium of the Y. M. C.A., where a large and appreciative audience was assembled. The first play enacted—For Distinguished Service—was performed by Miss Mildred Burch, Miss Vera Ramous and Miss Rosie Swain. The second offering-"Passe"-a more emotional and feelingly dramatic play, was acted by Miss Gladys MacDonald, Mr. William Poe, Mr. Vester Fowlkes, Mr. Archer Freeland, Mr. Nathan Batt and Miss Helen Imrl. The thing which Miss MacDonald feels is so gratifying is the fine spirit and genuine interest manifested by her group in dramatics. She is working very diligently to create a permanent interest in this phase of art, which, we believe, will be justified by the Utopia Players that have made an enviable reputation for themselves under the guidance and direction of this accomplished instructor. *** The Mystic Club, branch of the Osbiny, gave its second annual costume dance at Rockland Palace. And because it was the 13th, it rained and rained. Of course, everybody was not in costume. There were many in evening wear. The costumes, as usual, represented most everything, but the pirates were most popular. Lady pirates, I mean. Bennie Carter's orchestra furnished the music. Entertainers from the Saratoga Club received the biggest hand and the three Chocolate Bon Bon Buddies from Hot Chocolate did their stuff. Really those Bon Bon Buddies are handsome lads to boot. Club banners were in full swing—the Fish's, CoEds and Harmony's. A box was reserved for the press. We did not stay to see the grand parade. So this is about all we were able to gather the short time we remained. The Welfare Committee of the Ray Potter Waller Civic Association, sponsored a charity festival and cabaret party at Bamboo Inn under the leadership of a committee of such well known Harlemites as Alice P. Coffer, chairman; Celeste Addison, Halyard Carter, Elizabeth Mason, Mattie Griffin, Ethel Hailey, Rose Halloway, Beulah Jackson, Swinton S. Lord, Pearl Paschal, Florence Potter, Hazel Richardson, Thelma Robinson, Helene Schumate, Adele Smith, Robert S. Smith, Charles Otto Stedman, Viola Street, Anna Thomas, Bessie Waddell and Ethel Welsh. The high spot of the evening was the entertainment by the stars of Hot Chocolates. The table that the Committee reserved for them was beautifully decorated with fern leaves arranged in artistic designs. There were favors and tiny baskets of nuts at each place and a Christmas tree topping it all, made one think Christmas was here and so a holiday spirit prevailed among the guests. Amid the most flattering applause, Paul and Thelnia Meeres began the show with a waltz number which was followed by the singing of "Honey" by Larewe Olgue and then the handsome Paul did a specialty to the tune of Rythm Man. Edith Wilson, one of our favorites, sang "Ain't Misbehaving" and had to do an encore and Black and Blue. Last but not least by any means, Rowland Holden, a product of New York, did his hot tap dance. Of course he had to do an encore, so tapped without music. Was he good? And how! The Committee to show its appreciation. presented Thelma Meeres, Edith Wilson, Larew Olge with large bouquets of American beauties. Among those seen were Paul and Thelma Meeres, Edith Wilson, Wilhelmena Richburg, Gay Ingram, Rowland Holden at the Hot Chocolates table; the Otto Stedmans, Hazel Hughes, the Ramseys. Ruth Walls, Harriet McCleery, Earl Rivers, N. C. Butler, Skeeter Gorham, Herbert Williams, Edward Charlton, Marion Vickerson, Robert Vickerson, Laura Goods. Lawrence Williams, Jack Nelson, Lanice Johnson, Herbert Dallas, Perry Johns, Claud and Julia Barnes. Frank Thomas and Sol Johnson, Sr. Mildred Burns who was suddenly called to South Carolina to the bedside of her very suck mother is spending the holidays in the South. Mrs. Walter Richardson, a native of Chicago, who now resides in London, but for the present is touring Australia with her talented husband, sent me such a charming and newsy letter from Australia that I am sharing part of it with you. "Australia is a very beautiful country—much like California in scenery but because of its many natural resources it is a much more prosperous country; but so far away from everywhere. The Australians pride themselves on being called (in Sydney) "Little New York." The only thing missing is Harlem, for Sydney is indeed very New Yorkish. The Australians talk as badly as the Cockney English in London, but have copied the American so in everything, dress especially, that you would think you were in America, except for their terrible speech. Mr. George Sorlie and white friends with whom we have become acquainted, have spent unlimited time showling us around in their beautiful cars. Mr. Sorlie is a friend of Mr. Clarence Tls- . * * * * * * (Continued on Page 16) --- nee Brovklyn Notes ‘Jean’ Louise Simon By Jean’ Louise Simon Send all news items for these col- umns to Jean L, Simon, 278 Macon Street, Brooklyn, New York, not later than Friday morning. “Life holds no joys however great... like those it takes away” .. . isn’t that so, Peggy Abrams. The life of every party she’s at, we think it’s just a turrible shame that Peg won't be per- mitted to dance and cavort, and quiver with laughter the wiggly sort... which ever way that is... for about a year. She has been awfully sick for a couple of months. But don't think she is griev- ing about having to stay quiet for such &@ short time.... oh no... cause there is consolation in knowing that without a shadow of a doubt ... Peg did make hey hey while the orchestra whined and while making was good. Didn’t you dearie? se © Harriet Pickens, Smith college senior, is home for the holidays. Curle Montero and Dave Means are also in town from Howard University, as are Herbie Har- ris, George Hunter, Cecil Valdez from Lincoln University. Charley Wilson home from Wilberforce and Alston Mc- Nichols here from Hampton. Most of the Omega fellows are headiing for the Conclave in Baltimore Christmas week. ene After some Glee Club recital was call- ed off in Harlem last Sunday night, a crowd of girls and fellows formed 2 party and went to Dotty Spraggins’ apartment for an evening of fun. Those there were: Dotty Tabourne of Philly, Anna Small, Mattie Whitehurst, Rae ONey, Ethyl Miller, Helen Douglas, Grace Atwater, Emma Sturdifin, Leon DeKalb, Cecil Valdez, Herbert Harris, Bill Allyn Iii, John Wilson, Shumpert (Freckles) Logan, Leon Murray, Arthur Bailey, Frank Hailstock, Joe Quinn, Lewis Holloway and Adolphus Wright, The adorable Bill Hill sang and played, ) ; gal ‘ a AABN ~~ Be Careful— | - “Order Your Coal Now” . A Record of Not One _ Dissatisfied Customer is our proud boast. We inspect our coal de- | liveries very rigid- ly as it reaches us from the best mines in this country. That is the only way we can be fair to our clientele that year after year in- creases with leaps _ and bounds. COAL CO., Inc. 138th St. & Madison Ave. _ Harlem 4457—4458—4459 NO SHORT WEIGHTS NO LONG WAITS li By 4 a 2311 SEVENTH AVENUE ee. MISS JANE B. JACKSON Oy Is Teaching Marcel Waving El MISS BRADY, MISS SMITH, os wis MISS GEORGE, MISS COOK, : te Bead MISS FAIRLEY, MIS8 LEE, MISS JANE JACKSON MISS LEWIS, MISS ALLEN. Brad. 5600 ALSO LOCATED AT THIS SALON. one of hig selections being “We Two Alone.” eee Ho-hum the swankie Black Sheep for- mal is tonight (Friday) in Harlem. What with four hundred and some odd guests coming from here, there and where not... we sec wherein we are cs Ca - . . FPA Aa oo PSS _ ee | Commissioner FERDINAND Q. MORTON, who will do his share as usual, serving with va- rious Christmas Cheer Commit- tees that each year take care of “Harlem’s” needy ones. Counsel- lors Harry Bragg and Chauncey Hooper, are the “Chief's” right hand men, L “wonna™ have a job as representative of the press. . . -_* © Whether it pays to advertise we do not know, but we do know that two days after sending out through these columns the broad hint that we wanted his autograph we saw, yeah the one and only Warold Jackman and was given the autograph for our book and a swell picture of him to... the photo which is the cats whispers was made in Vienna. Weren’t we luckee though. He has a thoroughly ingratiating smile, too girls. Being incurably frolicsome, incurably naive and preposterously reckless (at times) I know Dr. Biggs and you two girls thought me goofy that Sunday. I got that way from as- sociating with somebody you know in my town. = 8 « We have been instructed to inform you Miss Coolbreeze that the “most handsome man at Lineoln University (using your words you see) Frank DeCosta.” is of our town and also of our wang. What's more he is. exceed- ingly nice . . . but girl friend... there’s Frank's brother who looks bet- ter to some people than does Santa Claus at Christmas time. Is he swell- lookiing . . . Si, darlink .. . si—and how! ese @ Maving read Floyd Dell's “Love in Greenwich Village” not so many years ayo, we recognized in Lady Nicotine’s account of the New Masses Ball... several) of the names that we now faintly reeall, such as Art Young, Floyd Dell, himself, the tall, handsome sleek Max Eastman, who in respose looks as “lazy as a hound dog lying on a hearth.” And of course we know the “dirty bad pirate Jimmy Harris.” Ilow I love to watch him dance! The Alpha Phi Alpha claims John “Jon” King as one of its fraters while Brooklyn is proud of him for belng one of her youngest, most brilliant of the educational instructors. John is poetically inclined in the meanwhile, distinguishing himself as being some- thing of an athlete. During his four years at Maxwell Training School and as president of his senior class, ne was so popular and well-liked among the students and faculty that the “teechurs” hated to part with him. He is president of the Yalismen, an ardent movie fan, one of our biggest social barons and another one of these he-men who likes 1?] women. se 8 The Santilla girls entertained at their annual dance last Friday evening, the thirteenth. That shows they aren’t superstitious. eee Everything is in readiness for the coming conclave of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity which will be held in this city December 27-30. C. D. King, presi- dent of Epsilon Sigma Chapter, with the assistance of the chairman of the various committees, is trying to make this event the greatest in the history of the organization. Hon. James J. Walker, mayor of New York City, will speak at the public re- ception to delegates to be held on Thursday evening, Deeember 26th, at Mother Zion Church, 140 West 137th street. Other addresses will be made by John Doles, Dr. Roger L. Hinkson, John Ashurst and Atty. Arthur W. Mitehell, national president of Phi Beta Sigma fraternity -. © Dr. Carter Goodwin Woodson, Spin- garn medalist, founder of the associa- tion for the Study of Negro Life and History, will be the principal speaker at the mass mecting to be held on Sun- day afternoon December 29th, at Abys- sinian Baptist Church, 132 West 138th Street. Moore Takes Exception There have appeared in newspapers of recent date various statements purport- ing to be an account of what took place at the conference of Republican mem- bers of the Board of Aldermen held to elect a minority leader. The state- ments, in the main, have been so erron- cous and misleadiing that I deem it fit- tiny to relate in substance what really transpired. The conference was called by County Chairman Samuel S. Koenig and held in his office. After it had been opened by Chairman Koenig, I stated I could not sce my way clear to accept the minority leadership and was not a candidate. I said I did not desire the leadership because it would take up too much of my time, and at my age I did not desire to shorten my life by taking on added responsibility, preferring to give all my time in furthering the in- terests of the 19th Aldermanic District. I declared I did not. believe in a Jeader- ship which meant simply to draw extra compensation, nor could I permit my- self to be merely a figure-head leader. I pointed out that no allowance was made for a secretary and additional help and that I did not feel that I could meet the financial demands re- quired of such leadership as I believed in. 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The loss of pain of the ulnar nerve at the elbow (crazy bone) is another valuable sign. ‘This may casi- ly be determined by placing the finger over the nerve (crazy bone) and apply- ing light pressure. This sensation is keenly felt in a onrmal person but the syphilitic who is suffering with tabes feels little or no pain. There is loss of pain in the nerves supplying the bladder, which results in many difficulties in urination. In the early stages of the disease the pa- tiens hold their urine too long and ap- pear to have no desire to empty the bladder and the urine is retained. In the most advanced stages the patient may be abie to hold his water and there is a dribbling of urine. There may be similar disturbances with the restal muscles and the call to the toilet may be too early or too late and there may be involuntary losses of the bowel contents. The sexual functions also suffer from genoral analgesia, and sexual desire is lost early in the discase. The determination of these symptoms is easy, but of great importance in the diagnosis of this form of symphilis. I then and there declared that I would nominate and vote for John Clif- ford Hawkins of the 2ist Aldermanic District for the minority leadership. Alderman Hawkins said he ought to be minority leader, thinking he was best qualified for the position because of his experience in the Assembly, and he did not see what he could say to the people of Harlem by way of explanation if he was not selected. After Alderman Hawkins had spoken I said to him: “I am still willing to nominate and vote for you for minority leader if you say the word.” This of- fer he did not accept. Charles W. B. Mitchell, co-leader of the 21st Assembly District, was pres- ent, no objection having been made to him sitting in. He heard all that trans- pired, We heard me offer to nominate and vote for Mr. Hawkins, after which he left the room . Alderman Wawkins also withdrew from the room, presumably to confer with Mr, Mitchell, Upon Mr. Wawkin's return and not accepting my offer to support him I then joined with the other Aldermen and = Alderman-elect Manzella in unanimously eleeting Mr. Baldwin minority leader. It was left to Chairman Koenig to give a statement to the press. These are the salient facts of the con- ference and cannot be denied. Every- body knows I always stand for race recognition and representation. I of- fered Mr, Hawkins my support. He has never said “Thank you” or “I ac- cept.” (Signed) FRED R. MOORE, Alderman of the 19th Aldermanic Dis- trict . THE INTER-STATE TATTLER SST Gas Extractions X-Ray Diagnosis BRADHURST 8333 Dr. Anna C. Johneon 2048 SEVENTH AVENUE Vincent’s Sanitorium BARLE F. 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Bradhuret 1822 Dr. KELLY MILLER, Jr. Physician and Surgeon Physical Therapy 2876 SEVENTH AVENUE Near 180th St., New York Office Hours, 12 to 2 and 7 to 9 P.M. and by appointment Friday, December 20, 1929 Club Sc Club Scribblings The Art Students' Club THE Art Students' Club held a to celebrate the great success Mr. Jacob Adams, the President from artists and students alike when it has been decided a limited number and with the present members will inspired by their recent success, exhibition will be bigger and better THE Art Students' Club held a party in their studio last Sunday to celebrate the great success of their recent exhibits. Mr. Jacob Adams, the President, has received numerous letters from artists and students alike who are desirous of joining the Club. It has been decided a limited number of new members will be accepted, and with the present members working frantically on new pictures, inspired by their recent success, it is safe to say the Club's next exhibition will be bigger and better than ever. The comely but temperamental Edna Rabourn, who specializes in drawing portraits of children, is doing fine on the lovely features of two little tots. That popular number "Lovable and Sweet" was undoubtedly dedicated to the charming and fascinating Pearl Johnson of Brooklyn, whose portrait is being done by George Murray. Unfortunately several paintings Earl Sweeting had planned to enter "Harmonds' Awards" are still in his possession, business carried him out of town and he returned only after the final date of entry had expired. The Xmas cards designed by Burnie Robinson, and the little dogs drawn by Edgar Wiggins, are the Club's best sellers. The Four "F" Social Club enjoyed a delightful evening Tuesday, Dec. 17th at a cabaret party given by the ladies of the Four "F" Auxiliary at Small's Paradise. Seated around some of the many tables were President and Mrs. Fox, Mr. and Mrs. Junior Dean, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur R. Walton, Mrs. Rosamond Stewart, Miss Mae Mulford and Mrs. Eva Price of Newark, N. J., Mr. Johnnie Craig of Pittsburgh, Pa., Mr. M. H. Calhoun, Mr. Herbert Benson, Mr. S. A. Holmes, Mr. LeRoy Govan and Mr. Rena Seewright. Madam President Holland and her staff were there on the job to see that each and every one had a nice time, and when the old clock in the steeple struck three it found everybody feeling for their keys. The closing of Hot Chocolate Company carried away some more of the gang. Jimmie Baskette and Lloyd Mitchell we miss you but not half as much as the little girls in Mount Vernon. But don't worry old pals we will take the very best care of them. "Wow." We are glad indeed to welcome home again brothers Junior Dean and Georgia Duke who has been on the coast since June. No place like home and it is a pleasure to be with the old gang once more says Duke and Dean. Nat Cash, a faithful brother "F" is now on the sick list and we wish him an early recovery. His home address is 207 W 144th Street, Apartment 20. So stop in fellows and see him. I wonder what happened to Vice-president Daniels? He hasn't been seen out in some time. Wifey must be home and vicey can't come out to play. A certain brother "F" was seen with a ladies' diamond ring the other night but a day or so later he sent it to Washington. What's the matter brother with the girls in New York? Or was that just a Christmas present? "Excuse me pal." The Paramount Social Club of Jamaica gave as their first entertainment a Japanese Tea Party. It was very well attended. The popular Rosa Lee Clark is treasurer and Emily Juanita Caesar is president. The club is now open for new members of both sexes. WED. EVENING 29 JAN. 1930 G R And New SH RE 138 BOXES $5.00 ADMISS WED. EVENING 29 JAN. 1930 AH! AT LAST! GRACE GILES' FAMOUS PUPILS And New York's Most Talented Kiddies in a Mid-Winter Monster SHOW and DANCE RENAISSANCE CASINO 138th Street and Seventh Avenue at Eight-Thirty P. M. Sharp ELNORIST YOUNG, Planist. BOXES $5.00 ADMISSION $1.00 LOGES $5.00 ORDER YOUR BOX OR LOGE NOW! Tickets on Sale at 158 West 131st Street — Phone Harlem 1154 * * * --- * * * * * * *** party in their studio last Sunday of their recent exhibits. Present, has received numerous letters so are desirous of joining the Club. A number of new members will be accepted, working frantically on new pictures, it is safe to say the Club's next ex-than ever. Clever little CATHERINE DUMMITT, who entertained the thousands of guests at the Ace Club Complimentary Formal at the Renaissance Casino last Tuesday evening. On the program with little Catherine were Hazel Street, Arline Richardson, Cornelius Street, Nannette Jones and Doris Selby. The West 135th Street Y. M. C. A. in their 11th Annual New Year Music Classique, to be held on Wednesday evening, January 1, 1930, have departed from their usual type of program. Heretofore well known artists have been the talent for these programs. This year they are presenting several young artists who have not been formerly presented to the public. On the program will be Jester Hairston, baritone; Mabel Williams, contralto; David Johnson, Jr., Violinist; Neil O'Jon, pianist; Sybil Hunt, soprano; William Handy, Xylophonist; Merril Dames, tenor. Prof. Adger will accompany Miss Williams; Miss Jackman will accompany Miss Hunt; and Consuela Pappy will assist Mr. Dames. The Silver Gate entertained the Cotton Club outfit last Friday night. The impromptu entertainment was the berries. And you know what charming hosts Tzana and Toomy care. If you think your girl friend is a beauty, enter her in the Grand Beauty Ball which is being staged by Marc St. Clair, Floyd G. Snelson, Jr., and Harry C. Henley for the Legal Aid French Society, Inc. The events come off the 10th of January at Rockland Palace. It looks as though the real cream of the 400 are going to attend the Ren- AH! AT LAST! ACE GILES' FAMOUS PUPILS York's Most Talented Kiddies in a Mid-Winter Monster HOW and DANCE NAISSANCE CASINO th Street and Seventh Avenue at Eight-Thirty P. M. Sharp * * * * * * Now For Another Glorious Mornin' THE NIGHT CLUB BOYS, Inc. From CONNIE'S INN Featuring DUKE ELLINGTON AND HIS COTTON CLUB ORCHESTRA At The Beautiful ROCKLAND PALACE 155th Street & 8th Avenue New Year's Morn From 3:30 A. M. Until Reservations: Boxes & Loges, University 0240 Or Edgecombe 8864 alssance Breakfast Dance Christmas morning to hear Vernon Andrade and his Society Dance Orchestra play against Louis Russell and his Roseland Dance Orchestra, and since the affair is being widely discussed among the outstanding theatrical people down town, it should be an interesting gathering of celebrities. --- The Cosmopolitan Social Club had election of officers last.Sunday afternoon at 2264 Seventh Avenue. B. E. Walker was re-elected president by acclamation, R. E. Johnson re-elected vice president, E. T. Wilson re-elected financial secretary, U. G. Savage re- 10 elected corresponding secretary, E. C. Scott elected treasurer, Jack Morgan elected chaplain, D. Manning, sergeant at Arms and Master Harold Anderson was adopted as mascot. The new elects will be installed in January. --- Prof. E. Jackson was chosen director of the Y.M.C.A. Glee Club whose members are composed of: L. J. Rhinehardt, Carl E. Hamlet, John D. Talbot, Donald Carey, David Holmes, William J. Hasley, John Warren, Rudolph Warren, Robert A. Spicely, Harry W. Townsend, Stuart Cumberbach, James Weekes, Moses Pollard, Charles Smith, Joseph Pratt, Harry W. White, Walter C. Cogdell, Glenn Jasper, C. W. Cooke, Clarence Small, Talmadge Turner, Charles A. Smith, Geo. McDaniels, Silas Faire, Bernard Blanchard, Vester Fowlkes, Daniel Cogdell Walter Dun- Now For Another THE NIGHT C CONN can, H. C. Butler, John Cole, E. A. Jones, Thomas J. Stokes, Leslie Wainwright, William H. Campbell and Clinton M. Arnold. --- Bobby Johnson of Charlie Johnson's Band, Art Wheatsel and Barney of Duke Ellington's Band, Josephine Glover, Sadie Thompson, and Mrs. Isadore of the Club Spider Web were some of the well known Harlemites seen at the Harlem Knights matinee last Sunday afternoon at the Saratoga Club. * * * The members of the Rialto Girls S. C. are planning their coming dance. Their many friends are eagerly awaiting the date which will be announced by the Tatter soon. * * * It was previously reported that Louis Armstrong was to play for the second anniversary dance of the Globe Social Club. Mr. Armstrong and his band have returned to "Hot Chocolates," and cannot appear. The Club immediately secured Chick Webb and his Harlem Stompers to compete with Vernon Andrades at the Renaissance. * * * "La Foule" held their meeting at the home of Mrs. Florence Harris, 130 West 142nd Street. The charity box was opened and contents were given in charge of Hattie Lynch Jones and Pauline Hackney; their duty being to investigate a needy case, and distribute the money accordingly. Mrs. Marion Kelly of Atlantic City was guest of the evening. A delicious luncheon was served. At bridge, Nan Thurston won first prize, and Edna Kimble second. * * * Mrs. Mattie Bowe entertained the Las Estrallas Club on last Friday afternoon at Bamboo Inn. The afternoon was spent in playing bridge, after which dinner was served. Club members and officers are: Edith Milburne, president and winner of second prize; Adelaide Leonard, winner of first prize; Etta Hansborough, consolation; Edna Davis, Maude Ferguson, Cassandra Jackson, Stella Johnstone, Roberta Crumpler, Blosson Holland, Julia Fitzgerald. The guests were: Fannie Anderson, Charlotte Anderson, Edith Alexander, Lucy Branson, Mrs. G. Bowles, Florence Battles, Mamie Briggs, Solita Byrd, Mamie Briggs, Thelma Berlack, May Bentley, Katie Corbin, Louise Collins, Etta Cachemaille, Eunice Carter, Herticina Dixon, Clelia Dandridge, Addie Donnell, Ann Dingle, Fannie Evans, Rhoda Fowler, Mayme Frazier, Clare Hart, Carrie Haywood, Adline Hudnell, Josephine Harris, May Hubert, Ruth Handy, Lula Jones, Olive Johnson, Louise Johnson, Olive Johnson, Teddy Lowachee, Bertha Lee, Rose Mancodi Levina Marshall, Clifford Meyers, Pearl Mickens, Dolly Nash, Olive Porter, Lillian Parris, Rose Parris, Susie Pierce, Georgie Roark, Irene Royall, Dorothy Reed, Minnie Richardson, Margaret Reeves, Ruth Simms, Iolanthe Sydney, Eva Smith, Willie Mae Tanner, Elsie Thomas, Martha Turner, Marguerite Thompkins, Narcisus Turner, Eva Williams, Lottie Williams, Mabel Walker, Lydia Wright, Daisy White. Thelma Berlack won first guest prize; Eva Smith, second; Ruth Simms, third; Willie Mac Tanner, fourth, and Katie Corbini, consolation. * * * The Yadrutas Bridge Club met with Mrs. Teddie Lewachee at the Mordecal Tea Room at 153rd Street & St. Nicholas Place last Saturday evening. Mrs. Elizabeth Allen won first prize; Mrs. Mattie Bowe, second; Mrs. Fannie Evans, first Club; Mrs. Lucy Branson, second Club, Mrs. Clare Hart, third Club. Members present were: Helene Pettiford, Louise Nash, Georgia Roark, Mayme Herbert, Bertha Stovall and Daisy White. Guests were: Lydia Wright, Mattie Fitzgerald and S. Bentley. *** The Rialto Girls held their meeting at the home of Ruby Erskine. A tasty collation was served. * * * The Aster Literary and Social Club held its final meeting for the year at the club rooms on last Tuesday evening. A large number of members were present, and the main order of business was the election of officers. A brief review of the work of the club since its organization was read, and satisfaction was expressed for the cheerful and faithful manner in which the retiring officers had filled their positions. Plans were perfected for their first annual dance, and a wonderful evening is assured. Dr. Nathan, a young Doctor of Philosophy of Columbia University, was elected as an Honorary Member. He gave a short inspiring address. Hark! Hark! What A Nite! BIG DOINGS! Legal Aid French Society INCORPORATED S O M E The Theatre WILFRED R. BAIN, Theatrical Editor Sepia Vagabonds Score at Lafayette As an effective antidote against the bugaboo of customary preholiday business depression, the tireless and enterprising management of the Lafayette Theatre is presenting what is undoubtedly one of the best stage and screen programs, this week. The stage offering is the gorgeous, tuneful and funny musical comedy, "Sepia Vagabonds"; the feature photoplay is Elinor Glyn's romantic drama, "The Man and the Moment," starring Billie Dove and Rod La Rocque—a fascinating talking picture. "Sepia Vagabonds" brings a new producer to Harlem in the person of Mr. Sam Davis. If his first musical comedy, which is now being presented at the Lafayette Theatre is an indication of his future activities, then all Harlem theatregoers will be happy at his coming. No recent stage offering in Harlem has the color, the fire, the beauty, the melody, the laughter of "Sepia Vagabonds." The cast of this extraordinary entertainment includes Louis Deppe, the great colored baritone, Russell Wooding's singers from Vincent Youmann's "Great Day," Alex Lovejoy, Elizabeth Smith, the Southern Harmony Four. Tommy Woods. Clyde and Silver, Eloise Bennett and Tom Whaley's Vagabond Rhythm Kings. "The Man and the Moment," the feature attraction of the photoplay portion of this week's program is from the pen of the world's foremost love expert, Elinor Glyn. Billie Dove who did such splendid work—(both talking and acting in "Careers") is the star and is ably assisted by daring, dashing Rod La Rocque. A side-splitting talking comedy, "The Big Squak," is also included. Another great talking picture will be presented at the Lafayette Theatre next week together with "Harlem After Dark." This is "The Great Gabbo," the sensational all-talking, singing, dancing, dramatic spectacle, in which Eric Von Stroheim and Betty Compson are starred. The picture was directed by James Cruze. While we do not like to continue using superlatives to describe the pictures which have recently been presented at the Lafayette Theatre, we must say that no picture within the reviewer's memory has received such unstinted praise from the newspaper crit- ENROLL NOW! HARRY and LAURA PRAMPIN SCHOOL of MUSIC 131 WEST 130th STREET Phone Audubon 1987 "A MERCAS READING COLORD THEATRE" LAFAYETTE 7th AVE. at 1321st ST. NOW (Last Performance) (Friday Midnight) EXTRAORDINARY MUSICAL COMEDY "SEPIA VAGABONDS" Also BILLIE DOVE'S Talking Picture Hit "THE MAN AND THE MOMENT" BEGINNING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21—ONE WEEK DEWEY WEINGLAS and JIMMIE JOHNSON Present "HARLEM AFTER DARK" Also the Talking Picture "THE GREAT GABBO" Dramatic Spectacle in EHRICH VON STROHEIM and BETTY COMPSON Page Bight ics who viewed "The Great Gabbo" during its long run on Broadway. At The Alhambra Theatre The meanest man in the world is seen in the comedy-drama "Not With My Money" at the Alhambra Theatre this week. His stingy disposition and his miserly treatment of his wife and beautiful young daughter arouse the ridicule of the audience, and when the tables are turned on the sour old fellow everybody is happy. Thomas Mosley plays the part of the meanest man on record to perfection. Handsome Monte Hawley is in love with the daughter, Eebe Townsend, and he is the chief conspirator in bringing the 'tight-wad" to his senses, which he cleverly does. The wife who rebels after years of "bulldozing" is Bessie Wrightson. A foreign count had been picked to marry the daughter turns out to be a bogus nobleman and is kicked out. Ted Blackmon makes this character enormously amusing. Artie Cain plays the part of a dainty young actress and Al F. Watts is a stiff-necked butler. All in all, it is about the finest comedy-drama the Alhambra has had recently. "Winter Sports" starts with a day at the North Pole, where Shelton Brooks, Dusky Fletcher, Bob Williams and some others are found, explorers in comical fur costumes, trying to get their airplane started to carry them back to civilization—and food. But the engine sputters and dies, and there's no hope of getting back to the land of "eats." A volunteer is called for to die and serve as food so that the others may live. Everybody has an alibi. Then the radio starts telling of a big feast in Harlem. It's a wonderful radio because when the excited explorers ask questions, it answers right back. Finally a little "brown chicken" runs right across the North Pole and they all pursue. It's Mary Clemons. As a fashion-plate male impersonator Gladys Ferguson makes a hit, as does Ola Wright with her songs and "Lanky Jim" Lancaster with his eccentric dances. A gorgeous production recalls the theme songs of "Hot Chocolates." "Blackbirds," "Runnin' Wild" and "Shuffle Along." The honors went to Manda Randolph, singing that classic, "Love Will Find a Way." Pat O'Malley and Dorothy Sebastian are the picture stars, in "The House of Scandal." There will be extra special "whoopee" at the Wednesday midnight show at the Alhambra Theatre this week. This is because the performance The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text or graphics. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person in a dark setting, possibly indoors. Due to the low resolution, no clear details can be discerned. LILIAN GREEN—Seriously we offer this challenge to all and sundry.—If Lillian Green of the "Savoy" is not the prettiest Brownskinned Doll in all the Metropolis, we ask you to nominate immediately a fairer one. Richards-Ward Studio. Backstage LEARN TAPPING LEARN TO DANCE STAGE AND SOCIAL DANCES PROF. DARLING MACK'S STUDIOS 104 WEST 136th ST. Phone Brad. 6459 will be the Christmas benefit which, in accordance with the custom, the management tenders annually to the stage talent and the house employees generally. All the Alhambra folks have choice reserved seats for sale at the regular midnight prices. LILIAN GREEN—Seriously and sundry.—If Lillian Green prettiest Brownskinned Doll in to nominate immediately a fair The Cabin Club Revue is being revised and the floor show reduced to meet changing economic factors. The re-opening will take place Christmas night, minus several principals. * * * Gloria McCutcheon, a winner in the Tattler's annual Queen of the Classic contest, is being besieged with stage offers. But Gloria knows her producers and is holding out for a long term contract. * * c E. H. Rucker, a well known actor, is ill at Union, S. C. He was playing the town when attacked by pneumonia and was left by the show in care of Mrs. Sallie L. Carr, to whom he asks friends to write so that he can get home. * * * The "Bashful Babies" company is playing stock at the Columbia theatre in Milwaukee. The cast includes Kid Freeman, Irene Cook, Ida Johnson, Maurica Clay, Ernest "Gans" Randle and Beatrice Nash and her six lovely chorines. LEARN LEARN T STAGE AND S PROFEDARLING Charles Segar advised his friends that New Orleans is a better place in which to live during the winter months. * * * William Benbow and company are back in Panama and playing many theatres in Costa Rica and Central we offer this challenge to all men of the "Savoy" is not the all the Metropolis, we ask you rather one. Richards-Ward Studio. America. Much success is reported by this troupe in South America. * * * The rumors recently published to the effect that Miller and Lyles internationally known comedians had split is now denied by them. The rumors resulted from the closing of "Great Day" in which the star team had leading parts. * * * Shreveport, La., reports that "Brown Gal." John Henderson's fast and peppy show, has undergone a complete overhauling according to an authentic report from the office of Sam E. Reevin, treasurer-manager of the T. O. B. A. * * * Ma Rainey and William Jordan, the minstrel man, have combined forces to produce a new musical comedy, "The Arkansas Swift Foot" company with 40 people. ★ ★ ★ Cleveland reports that "Visions of 1931," produced by Franco and Floyd is a great success. Efforts are being made to have the show brought to TAPPING O DANCE OCIAL DANCES MACK'S STUDIOS THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Harlem and may be seen at the Lafeyette Theatre. ```markdown ``` King Vidor, producer of "Hallelujah" starring Nina Mae McKinney, gave out an interview recently in which he deplored the Northern Negro for trying to live like a 'poet' instead of facing realities. Vidor has a lot to learn. --- "Malinda," seen at the Lincoln Theatre in its tryout is now playing at the Triangle Theatre with fair success. Albert Chester gets the biggest hand for his portrayal of the bootlegging king. --- There will be no Sunday shows according to the vote of the Actors Equity Association, with 1,500 members in attendance. Discountes toward the regular theatre patron also came in for a rap at the meeting. Charles E. Bue will present Frank Tansel as "Dusty" in a "World of Fun" at the Plaza Theatre, Little Rock, Ark. Fifteen people constitute the cast. * * * Mail for "Memphis" Lewis and Lillian Tucker will be received at 335 S. Claiborne Street, New Orleans, La. Theodore O'Dell's mother is anxious to hear from him as she fears he may (Continued on Page 9) 126th Street and Seventh Avenue ALHAMBRA NOW PLAYING THIS WEEK "NOT WITH MY MONEY" Comedy-Drama of the Meanest Man in the World—with THOMAS MOSELEY MONTE HAWLEY BEBE TOWNSEND Tight as a Drum with His Money, See How His Wife Out-Wits Him and Brings Him to His Senses "WINTER SPORTS" Sparkling Fun at the North Pole SHELTON BROOKS "UKE" BOB WILLIAMS DUSTY WLETCHER GLADYS FERGUSON Ola Wright, Manda Randolph, Jim Lancaster and many others THIS WEEK THE WEDNESDAY MIDNIGHT SHOW Is the Annual Christmas Benefit Tendered by the Alhambra Theatre to Its Stage Talent and Employees REGULAR MIDNITE PRICES Comedy-Drama of a Neglected Orphan Girl, Wistful and Sweet, and Her Unexpected Good Luck—the Winning of her Prince Charming CHRISTMAS PUDDING MIDNITE SHOW EVERY WEDNESDAY W.C.HANDY'S P HARLEM BLUES and BEALE STREET BLUES Columbia Record No.148547 Sung by Willard Robison I'M FEELIN DEVILISH (Red-Hot) Played by The Dixie Stompers Columbia Record No. 145977 THE GHOST OF THE ST. LOUIS BLUES (New) On all records and rolls Send for Our Catalog of Blues, Spirituals, etc. HANDY BROS. MUSIC CO. Inc. (Home of the Blues) 1514 Broadway, New York, N. Y. Telephone LACKAWANNA 4482 December 20, 1929 Our Valedictory to Romeo L. Dougherty INCE we are about to turn these pages back to their rightful owner, Mr. Bennie Butler, who has been enjoying a little vacation while we "filled in"; and since Mr. Romeo L. Dougherty, self-styled "dean" of the profession, continues to throw brickbats and rassberries in our general direction, we feel it our duty to respond—"an eye for an eye, etc." Not that we are worried about the matter, but there are just a few details about the whole situation which the reading public, being OUR judge and jury in this matter, should be acquainted with. And because we do not intend longer to prolong the cheap argument ADVANCED by Mr. Dougherty this will register as our valedictory. Most of you are familiar with the "events leading up to the slaughter." Summed up we are accused of "stealing some of Mr. Dougherty's thunder." Specifically the accusing finger was pointed at us because we used a story about the genius of Paul Robeson, the acknowledged author of which was one James Douglas, writing in the London Daily Express. Mr. Dougherty, who had published the same story two weeks earlier, who had been nibbling at our heels for some time past because he couldn't influence us to say things in these pages against a certain well known actress, pounced upon the Robeson story as a means whereby he sought to glorify his egotistical and unjustified claim to the mythical title of "dean" of the profession—and therefore SUPREME in the world of journalism. Under various headings such as "Thank You Mr. Bain," "Wilful Wilfred," or "The Great English Journalist," "Muddled and Befuddled," or "The Boy Journalist," Mr. Dougherty sought to show to the credulous readers of his theatrical pages in the Amsterdam News, that we had committed a crime, the seriousness of which was closely related to murder. In attempting to convict this writer before the bar of public opinion he used MORE THAN A PAGE AND A HALF of his VALUABLE space! And yet he has failed to convince anyone except one Vere E. Johns, who happens to be a VISITOR among us and, to whom Romeo might easily misrepresent himself as a sort of demi-god. (The case of Mr. Johns will rest temporarily.) How the mighty has fallen! In those futile columns above mentioned, Mr. Dougherty wrote like a raving maniac—his anger unleashed, his judgment warped beyond repair. Poor Romeo! Was it the poet Burns who wrote something about "if God had only given us the gift to see ourselves as others see us"? This writer humbly prays that Mr. Dougherty will some day "get wise to himself." We answered Mr. Dougherty under the following heading—much against our better judgment: "Don't Mention it Mr. Dougherty" and "Daredevil Dougherty." Note the tremendous DIFFERENCE my dear reader! Mr. Dougherty required SIX titles to make out his case PLUS the use of a PAGE AND A HALF of reading matter. OUR's WAS DONE IN A COLUMN AND A HALF! No wonder Mr. Dougherty is raving! And he will CONTINUE to RAVE, mark my word. And, remember this—a column and a half in The Tattler is just about two-thirds of ONE column in the Amsterdam News. But in more simplified words the real "low down" on the subject is not that we USED the Paul Robeson story; nay, nay, dear reader, it is the MANNER, the CONSTRUCTION and the TIME that beguiles my "former side partner and friend." (by R. L. D.). How's that Romeo? Just to prove it watch: When Mr. Dougherty published the Robeson story, Paul had not been barred from the dining room of the London Hotel and his coming to America was a tame affair. When this writer published the Robeson story, and added that little episode regarding the banquet, which we sponsored for Robeson at a time when Mr. Dougherty was in one of his periodical sulking moods which "befuddled" (by R. L. D. How's that Romeo?) his mind so that he could not VISION Paul's budding greatness—his coming to America was being AWAITED WITH BREATHLESS EAGERNESS—by not only Colored and white New York but by the the entire American nation! From a journalistic point of view ESPECIALLY from the point of view of a WIDE-AWAKE THEATRICAL EDITOR, Robeson's arrival here following close upon his London experience was an EVENT, in the venacular of the press, it was a SCOOP, in football, a touchdown, in baseball, a home run, in golf, a hole in one! We treated it as such and SCORED. Mr. Dougherty lamely rose to explain his MENTAL LAPSE, by trying to belittle this writer's introduction, saying that HE WAS FIRST to use it, then stating he did not believe our banquet tale. To convince him we offered to put up some cash, but in his subsequent articles he soft-peddled on that banquet. Subsequently we offered to debate with him on these subjects: "What Constitutes the Ethics of Journalism?", "Who is the Dean of the Profession," and "The Original Source of the Paul Robeson Story." He again lamely refused our challenge. And as a final shot he offered the supposedly impartial review of the VISITING Mr. Johns, who being unfamiliar with the "underlying motives," shows that all the wild jackasses are not from the western part of these United States. And since this is our farewell, we hope you, dear reader, will excuse this lengthy finale of an unsavory subject. Much as we regretted it, it was our painful duty to show up the assinine egotism of the so-called and self-styled "World's Greatest Sporting and Dramatic Editor," Mr. Romeo L. Dougherty. Learn Stage Dancing By The World's Greatest Dancer EDDIE RECTOR IMMENSE THESPIAN AGENCY, Inc. (Formerly) INDEPENDENT COLORED THEATRICAL AGENCY 169 West 133rd Street New York City PHONE HARLEM 3110 THE NEW YORK TIMES ADELAIDE HALL, one of the principal stars of Lew Leslie's "Blackbirds" now playing in Chicago, who returned to Harlem following her abrupt severance of the ties which bound her to the company. Miss Hall is now in rehearsal for her own act which will soon be seen in vaudeville. Clifford Bradford has been sick, but Bert House and Zack Rand state is much better now and wants to hear Are you undecided about his Xmas gift? Let us help you in your problem-at a price far less than you would expect to paywe are showing a complete line of HATS, GLOVES, SHIRTS, CRAVATS, UNDERWEAR, HOSE, PAJAMAS, SUSPENDERS, BELTS, DRESSING GOWNS, SWEATERS, MUFFLERS, HAND-KERCHIEFS, ETC. Backstage (Continued from Page 8) be sick. Please address all letters to Mrs. Ella Dell, 108 Davis Street, Greenville, S. C. Simpson and Mitchell are doing good work at the Astoria Garden. New ADELAIDE HALL, one of Leslie's "Blackbirds" now placed to Harlem following her abrupt bound her to the company. for her own act which will so Orleans. Send letters to Astoria Hotel, 235 Rampart Street. Johnnie J. Stephens now stopping at the Horse Hotel would like to hear from friends at that address. "Jazzbo" Williams and his partner, Billie Hitt, are making 'em like it in Detroit. Mich. Mail to 2106 Orleans Street. Featuring "Ial of My Sweetheart Days," at the Imperial Theatre, Columbia, Pa., is the inimitable "Billy" Jones, well known singer and radio artist. Larry Martin, is wanted at once by Louise Martin at 1816 Grove Street, Kansas City, Mo. Bert House and Zack Rand state "INDISPUTABLY N A Smart Sh Are you undecided about his X your problem—at a price far less we are showing a complete line CRAVATS, UNDERWEAR, HO BELTS, DRESSING GOWNS, SW KERCHIE LANE & formerly 2211 SEVENT Harlem's Forem Ladies' — T A I LUCIUS C 201 West 145th Street that the "Go To It" company is pleasing the folks in Chester, Pa. George W. Jackson would like to hear from friends at 329 Kiowa Street, Leavenworth, Kan. Cecella Coleman especially. Local theatrical folk who are "at liberty" are making popular a certain the principal stars of Lew ing in Chicago, who returned pt severance of the ties which Miss Hall is now in rehcarsal on be seen in vaudeville. rendezvous known as the "Mis" club, which is in the vicinity of 143rd Street and Seventh Avenue. Robert T. Murray has just completed a two weeks' engagement at the Roxy Theatre, 50th Street and Broadway. Louise Colson, wife of the late Percy Colson has decided to give up the show business upon advice from her physician. Dr. Frank Andrews, who incidentally is becoming quite popular with the profession. Alma Brown wants to hear from Hattie Noel and Eddie Mae Jones on business of importance at 1816 Grove Street, Kansas City, Mo. Clifford Bradford has been sick, but it is much better now and wants to hear NEW TO HARLEM" Top For Men Christmas gift? Let us help you in more than you would expect to pay— one of HATS, GLOVES, SHIRTS, SE, PAJAMAS, SUSPENDERS, WEATERS, MUFFLERS, HAND- FS, ETC. from Margaret Whitmire and Priscilla Graham at 766 E. Long Street, Columbus. Ohio. --- Billboard bills Buck and Bubbles thus: "Buck and Bubbles the dusky ragamuffins, with an uncanny sense of lowdown comedy and rhythm opened the second half, and clicked all the way. They stopped the show cold." Dusty Fletcher, comedian extraordinary at the Alhambra Theatre, introduced an impromptu "celebrity night" recently and called upon Snow Fisher who was sitting down front to say "pork chops" without cracking a smile. Snow almost had Dusty on the map but at the count of nine he smiled and lost the verdict amid gales of lawfter. Coy Herndon, who is reported to be with the "Silas Green" show is being paged by S C. Johnson, of 1033 Second avenue, Nashville, Tenn. Herman Brown's "Dancing Demons" continue to draw heavy patronage at the Lyric theatre, Hamilton, O. * * * The followiing bill was a tremendous hit at the Grand Theatre in Chicago last week: Bessie Smith, Elmira Scott, Pauline Wallace, Agnes Talbot, Bernice Thornton, Ada Chatman, Henrietta Black, Virginia Hartley, Lillian Johnson and R. H Smith's orchestra. Sammy Lee has produced an all-colored revue in natural colors, for M-G. The revue will be incorporated in Van and Schenck's, a starring production, "Take it Big." George A Smith, known as "Square Deal George" is receiving the congratulations of his fellow musicians and public on account of his re-election of Musician's Local No. 20S in Chicago, last week * * * Advices from Reid Sanitarium, Cordelle., Ga., state that Ada L. Booker, well known character and femme lead with the Si Green show for many years, is gradually recovering from a very serious operation and she would like to hear from friends at 134 Daytona Beach Fla. Her husband remains with the show which is booked for Crystal River, Florida. Glenn and Jenkins who were sched- (Continued on Page 10) WANTED AT ONCE CHORUS GIRLS COMEDIANS SINGERS DRAMATIC PLAYERS GOOD LOOKING GIRLS For Talking Pictures Experienced and Inexperienced Call in Person—Bring Photo WHEN IN WANT OF MUSICIANS SINGERS ENTERTAINERS FOR PRIVATE PARTIES OR SOCIAL AFFAIRS Call the Immense Thespian Agency, Inc. (Formerly) INDEPENDENT COLORED THEATRICAL AGENCY 169 WEST 133rd STREET Phone: Harlem 3110 OPEN DAY AND NIGHT 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 the Editor of High Hatters—Frances Fairchild. GRAND RE-OPENING of BARBECUE GRILL JUST ABOVE THE NEST 169 West 133rd Street, New York, N. Y. Telephone, Harlem 5307 A Park Avenue Place in Harlem Barbecued Meats After Theatre and Nite Clubs WILLIAM AMBROSE, Prop. GOTHAM HIGH HATTERS Irene had a tight like so whist party Wednesday night. D. M. is so jealous of a certain broad, and he knows Sammy has the best go. * * * Say there, Alice M., where is that long haired camel coat that we saw every Thursday night? **** R. Edney we learned that C. Reid of the Saveo Club is the big moment. * * * S. Farrelly who was the cute broad in the green dress with whom you were dancing at your club dance? * * * Adele certainly stuck to the boy friend at the Savoy's. *** Those Rialto girls can certainly step. They have personality plus. --- Willissa is looking for a big moment. Line forms to the right, please. --- Say Richard Young where is Vernal? Come on, you Bradhurst bunch, stop the card games and go to some of the club affairs. * * * Well, we see the Ace of Aces (Arrindell) seems to be hitting on all sixes, and the Ace boys are all smiles. There's a reason. * * * Where was Marie Grimes? The Aces missed her. --- Our own John Gilbert (Arrindell) was full of tears when asked the reason why all his friends couldn't get in the dance. Can you imagine C. Blanchette not flirting with young chippies. G. Hazel, who was the girl with the curls? We heard she is Young's weakness. too. --- C. Violenus, who was the girl in the rose color dress you waltzed with? Mr. Harris, why were you so nervous when making your announcements? Was your collar too tight? The popular Mr. King will be master of ceremonies at the Globe dance on January 17th. Oh, boy, what a crowd was at the Ace complimentary dance. My, my, those Ace's sure are "aces." Well, well, King has fallen for love's magic spell at last. It won't be long now. * * * Clairmont Knight remember to put on your spats. Mr. Wilson that moustache makes you like old Santa himself. Watch the Tattler for more advertisements about the Globe dance on Jan. 17th. * * * All you can hear those boys say is pack the "Ren". The way they are GRAND RI BARBECU JUST ABOVE 169 West 133rd Street workiing looks like they will succeed. Good luck boys. * * * Where were you Hudson when your wife called for you? * * * If you boys want to know who the young lady is from Cleveland, ask Guy Jackson. Little Harlem's sax player. * * * Little Billie and Joe Little, Harlem's dancing boys, have began to wake up. They are not afraid to talk to women. * * * Bob, who is the main drag in your stable? --- POUGHKEEPSIE HIGH HATTERS Miss E. D. seems to be the big bunch of cheese in the new uptown club. * * * The Thanksgiving dance was just too bad for some folks, page O. T. and W.R. * * * The biggest attraction in Poughkeepsie is a new dress every week. Page Snakehips. * * * Say girls, if you want the latest styles on clothes just see Miss Days. DALLAS, TEX., HIGH HATTERS Frank, who was the dame you were wolfing at Sunday nite? Hot stuff. * * * Varie (atlas) wisdom, why do you keep fooling Henry? He's OK, just give him a break. * * * What's the trouble A. D. I see J. H. has run under you for your noon hour job. * * * J. Orchie has really gone coo coo over Miss Feilds, at first sight. * * * Gilberta, why are you so jealous of J. B.? * * * Oh, Boy. G. W. and G. H. and J. B. and G. sure did break down at Ft. Worth Sunday. Would love to tell you but can't make the trip. Mr. Hardee drives that Auburn like nobody's business. We see Slay, in that good better Plymouth, burning Thomas Avenue down. * * * Be yourself Henry, while you are in the Tux. NEWARK HIGH HATTERS Charlie Bernardo, the retired printer, is at present living the life of Riley. \* \* \* Charles Roberts and Bill Buss were on the door last Wednesday night, and were tight like that. * * * The flower boy who keeps Miss Hattie of the Orpheum Coffee Pot supplied E-OPENING JUE GRILL E THE NEST New York, N. Y. with flowers wants to know has he got a chance. * * * Pitts, the dancing demon, looks like a fashion plate in his clothes. NEW HAVEN HIGH HATTERS We wonder why a certain member of R. R. Club didn't take a certain femme to the dance. Miss E. B. said it will have to be a taxi if I go and it was. Unholy Three are, George Williams, bandit; Alfred Johnson, devil; William Carson, lover. * * * We see that the Locomobile has changed is parking place. Is it because a certain party is back? Billy is siinging lonesome and sorry. L. T. M. looks sad and blue since a certain party gave him the air. ```markdown ``` Whoopee why were you trying to move the radiator at the dance the other night? A little giggle water will make one do most anything. BUFFALO, N. Y. NEWS by CAMPBELL. * * * THIS IS THE BEAR Bob Greer, Lion Hudson, Leo Papse are just as much noise in this town as they were in Cleveland. Don't knock them so cold, boys. The Buffalo Boys have got to live. You all is some Bears. * * * You should go to Smith's Cafe and see Albert Beckley eat before he sings "My Sins" and you will know why he sings it. --- The Little Bear Darthy Lawson sure has put plenty of pep in Little Harlem, since she and the Big Bear and Bob Greer have been there. A birthday party was given at the home of Mrs. Dodge on Pine Street. That is two for this year, kid. You should not get old so fast. * * * James Thomas has been sick for two weeks and had four doctors and did not get better. But when Pope gave him a pint of gin he got up and how—what kind of gin is that? * * * Say Charlie Robinson you and Sarah should not eat too much pie when you all are out. There are lots of things you can eat. So be yourself. * * * If you all would like to know why Leo Pope is not on the stage any more you should go to Buffalo, where he is getting over with a wow. Don't say no eggs Pope. 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VICEROY SHOE SALON 2391 SEVENTH AVENUE Between 139th & 140th Streets Backstage (Continued from page 9) uled to play for RKO the first half of last week, are at the Coliseum Theatre, were switched to the Madison and will be seen at the before mentioned theatre Christmas week. * * * Roscoe "Red" Simmons, rising young comedian whose poetic voice makes a strong appeal to the ladies, is in rehearsal for a new Broadway production, the tryout of which is scheduled for New Haven, Conn. * * * The fourteen young ladies who composed the chorus for the show headed by Eddie Hunter in "Good Gracious" at the Lafayette Theatre, last week would do justice to many Broadway productions. Easy to look at they are also well trained and proportionately balanced. ☆ ☆ ☆ Garland Howard's "My Gal," following the breakaway dance put on by Wall Street, is now in cold storage for the winter. When the spring returns to thaw away the frost and ice, "My Gal" will be revived again so says Mr. Howard. --- John T. Gibson, millionaire theatre magnate of Philadelphia is a neighbor of John Wanamaker, noted multi-millionaire merchant of there and here. His estate is located in Bethyes, suburb * * * "Hot Chocolates," George and Connie Immerman's sensataional hit will leave Broadway very soon after enjoying one of the longest runs along the White Light district. Performers are divided regarding the proposed road trip; some say yes, while others say nay. The producers are non-commital. The probabilities are that the players will be given a vacation over the holidays and recalled afterwards for a tour of the hinterlands. * * * Lavish praise is being accorded Little Esther, a ten-year old colored girl who is singling for the enjoyment of the King and Queen of Spain according to French, German and Spanish newspapers. A more lengthy revue of her work will appear in these pages shortly. --- Detroit last week, had the distinction of listening to the wonderful singing of both Roland Hayes and Paul Robeson at Orchestra Hall. Without announcements to speak of both artists filled the hall and repeatedly responded to the continued applause of Detroit's "Four Hundred" of both races. Henry Ford is said to have sat in a lower box charmed beyond speech. --- The South is officially waking up to appreciation of the folk songs which it created. Ten thousand people crowded the gigantic Cotton Palace Coliseum at Waco, Texas, last week to listen to 700 choir singers offer "Old Black Joe" and "Singing in the Rain." Gov. Dan Moody, active candidate for vice-presi- THE INTER-STATE TATTLER We Go to Press On MONDAY, DEC. 23rd IF—your copy is not in this office BY Friday, December 20th It Will Not Appear in the CHRISTMAS ISSUE dent on the Democratic slate last year occupied a box with twenty-five members of his staff, according to Dr. Thomas Clement. * * * The "Emperors of Harmony" warbling quartet, played last week in Kansas City. --- The Howard Brothers, billed as "The Cuban Acrobats" are in Baltimore, rehearsing. Mail may be sent to 1909 Somerset Street. * * * The well-known drummer, L. Buss Williams, is now in Scranton, Pa., at at liberty. He would like to hear from Moses McQuitty and Miss Caroline Thornton at 203 Penn avenue, Scranton, Pa. * * * "Negro Drama in Cleveland" was the important subject discussed by members of the Cleveland Women's City Club (white). Favorable discussion centered over the playing of "The Drunkard" by the Gilpin Players. *** "Visions of 1931" played to capacity houses at the Elmore Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pa., last week. The cast includes La Mar Dancers, Lillian Young, Edna Taylor, Bob Flute, "Bozo" Nickerson, Francis Wallace and "Pops" Hodges. 学 学 学 The Whiteman Sisters, famous road show of the Eastern seaboard, is again bruning things up in Baltimore at the Royale Theatre. Bert and Alice stopped the show twice and Pops and Joey their juvenile stars, did likewise * * * Roy W. Tibbs, professor of music at Howard University, gave a recital at Quinn Chapel Church in Chicago, last week He was followed by James Walton. ```markdown ``` The Virgina Four. comprising the Great Day Four (formerly) have recently finished recording four spirituals for the Victor Recording company. The numbers will be released December 20. --- "The Cotton Club" of Chicago threw open its doors Thanksgiving night, under the management of Lucius Venable. * * * GEORGE DEWEY WASHINGTON arrived in town Sunday last from Pittsburgh. He is booked to star in a number of movie-tones, assisted by Paul Ash, work beginning next month. George Dewey is also scheduled to make a number of new records. Now who said this was to be a tough winter. Mister Washington sure won't agree on that point. EAR RISTMAS SEARANCE Xmas Breakfast Dance COTTON CLUB BOYS ROCKLAND PALACE 155th Street and Eighth Avenue Charlie Johnson’s Smalls’ Paradise Orchestra — Versus — The Famous Missourians NOW FEATURED AT THE NEW CLUB PLANTATION DOORS OPEN 2 A.M. UNTIL— Admission — — One Dollar BOXES $5. LOGES $3. RESERVATIONS HARLEM 8881 XMAS MORNING BREAKFAST DANCE NITE RAMBLERS MEET THE RENAISSANCE CASINO 138th Street and Seventh Avenue DOORS OPEN 3 A.M., UNTIL— Luis Russell and his Roseland Dance Orchestra — Versus — Vernon Andrades and his Renaissance Dance Orchestra Admission — — One Dollar BOXES $5. LOGES $3. RESERVATIONS AUDUBON 0904 WED. Morning 25 DEC. 1929 :: Harlem Nite Life :: PEOPLE don't know how much mental anguish a reporter has to suffer. I have wasted about five sheets of paper trying to find something to write about, and this is the result. You know a fellow hates to write anything that everyone else is talking about. Even the public tires of reading the same thing in every paper. But what is there to write about? You answer that for me and I'll give you Santa's address. Friday, December 20, 1929 :: Harlem PEOPLE don't know how much suffer. I have wasted about something to write about, and this hates to write anything that every public tires of reading the same thing to write about? You answer that address. * * * SMALL'S PARADISE You don't know how much dirt one can dig up if he looks hard enough. While down at Smalls' Sunday night I recognized a dozen married men and women stepping out, but not with their respective mates. * * * WILLIE JACKSON and MYRA JOHNSON would make a nice couple. They play so well together. IDA and BERNIE BROWN are an ideal pair. They sing well, dance fine and fight excellently together. * * * Haven't found any dirt on WARREN and GILL or WADE and COLE yet. Only a little speak-easy dust, thas' erbout all. * * * JOYCE ROBINSON paid her own dinner check Sunday night. Those are the things I can't understand. Maybe MR. SAMPSON ought to know that Rookie Davis has been seen in the company of performers from other nite clubs. There's a traitor in camp. DICK CAMPBELL is in a class all by himself. He does so much nipping that he bit his own self in the back. * * * Can't get a smile from RUTH CHERRY or EVA BRADLEY. Thats all right tho, if they knew what I know they wouldn't be so cool. Maybe I'll wake 'em up yet. * * * EDNA SOAREZ, DEMPSIE WOODSON and PEARL MONROE are taxicab hounds. Every time you see them there's a checker standing by. Thars gold in them thar hills. We all understand that nite club performers don't get off until curfew hour, but that's no excuse for BILLIE DENT and ASLEEN LYNCH to be seen with several other at 6 o'clock in the morning. Where away girls, where away. * * * Couldn't get any dirt up to JEFF BLOUNTS' Lenox Club Sunday night. They were too crowded for me to even get a seat and then I believe they were expecting me, course everyone I seen looked just as pious. Never mind, ye shall be called upon. Dropped in Ye Olde Nest Sunday morning to see Connie's Hot Chocolates, up from the Hudson Theatre for the occasion. Hot is too mild a title. Those babies are burning up. Harry Xmas B COTTON The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a black-and-white photograph of a person in a dynamic pose, possibly dancing or performing. The focus is on the person's body, with arms raised and one leg lifted. The background is indistinct, but it seems to be an outdoor setting with a dark sky. MISS RUBY PICKENS and EVON THORNE in a popular pose. Isn't it a shame most of us have to lift cement, coal and other uninteresting objects while this lucky chap holds so comely and desirable a prize. White and his New Yorkers furnished some grand music to. Those boys are good. Don't know why they don't want to let me in the Saratoga Club. I promise I'll be good and behave myself. CARRIE ELMORE'S Rosebud Dining Room carries a nice crowd, good meals, fine waitresses and excellent service, but what the H - - I has happened to CARRIE? Is she in hiding. Come on out, les see you once in a while. Ain't got no black eyes is ya? * * * MORDECAI RENDEZVOUS is now open for business. Club Breakfasts for 50c, and all dinners, excluding Sunday and holidays 75c. Good cooking and Ala Carte at all hours. * * * JOHNNIE JACKSON'S Lunch should carry the title Business Men's Lunch. They have most all the office workers from one end of 7th Ave. to the other. EVON THORNE in a popular bus have to lift cement, coal and while this lucky chap holds so Fine food and good service is the reason for that. TABBS' GRILL at 140th St. and Lenox Ave. has won its place in the hearts of the public. The meals and service are excellent, besides the prices are modest. Sunday dinners is soup, choice of five meats, vegetables, salad, and choice of four desserts, with coffee, tea or milk. And all for $1.00. At 129th Street and 7th Avenue there ance XMAS YS NI is an Italian-American restaurant owned and operated by Domenick Marando. The quality of their food is excellent and their service extends to your very door at any time of day or night and they also carry a full line of seafood. ```markdown ``` Johnsons Southern Restaurant specializes in home made ples and hot waffles. And they are really specialties too! --- The only and original Mexican Joe's is situated at 2041 7th Avenue, near 122nd Street. The only place in Harlem where you can get a full variety of Mexican dishes. --- The Sun Rose Lunch and Sea Food House has been opened by Mr. C. Buchanan at 231 W. 145th Street, and seem to be doing quite well. Think I'll have to go in and see how the grub and service is. --- Folks, you will be surprised to know that Sergeant Chick Kelly of the famous war time regiment, the Fighting 15th, well known basket ball star, boxer of the crack West Point Cavalrymen, brother of the beautiful and popular Mabel Kelly, star of "Thirty Years Later" and "The Midnight Ace" motion pictures, is now at the Lenox Avenue Club. He is Secretary to the renown Jeff Blount. --- GWENDOLYN POSEY RETURNS Charming Gwendolyn Posey of the "Lenox" is back with the Revue again after a siege of illness. This clever little "Principle," is one of the most finished workers in club life, being equally at home in a dancing or singing role. Claude Austin, the "Broadway" wonder producer is rehearsing a wonderful musical number for "Jeff's" new revue-after awhile the rest of the night clubs will begin to realize that quiet spoken Mr. Austin is a master artist in his line-composer, arranger and producer. * * * Jessie Cryor, the whispering tenor, has a million dollar voice range that brings the house down around his ears nightly. --- Christmas morning. Dec. 25, when the Cotton Club employees give their annual breakfast dance at Rockland Palace, procises to be one of the most spectacular morning affairs of the season. They have secured the two outstanding dance orchestras of New York. It is up to you to come and see whether Charlie Johnson and his Small's Paradise Orchestra or the Famous Missourians now playing at the New Club Plantation, give you the most pleasure while dancing. The Cotton Club Stars, including Miss Leithia Hill, Queen of the Blues; Sonny Greer, that crooning drummer: Wells, Mordecai and Taylor, the famous dancing trio, and all the rest, in- cluding those twelve charming girls from the chorus, will be out. --- If you miss this affair you will certainly regret it. Gene Mathows. The Canton Palace Miss Mary Feist is now president of the Canton Palace, located at 50th Street and Broadway, the largest and most beautiful cabaret on Broadway. It is run and owned by Americans. Miss Feist is only 21 years old, being the youngest girl in the world running a cabaret. She is not only the youngest girl running a cabaret, but is considered the most beautiful girl. Her sweet smile and personality is bound to win the approval of all that come in contact with her. You will see nightly, twelve of the most beautiful creole beauties in the chorus and such colored stars as Jenny Dancy, better known as Lila, the Eight Cotton Pickers, Tommy Woods, Margaret Beckett, Blondena Sterns, Hazelle Van Vlerah, Sterling Grant, Smiling Farl Edwards, Gloria McCutcheon, one of the most beautiful brown skin beauties in the world. If you want to hear jazz and see a beautiful revue, go to the Canton Palace any time after December 20. There will be three shows daily—7:30 P. M. 11:00 P. M.—1:30 A. M. There will also be a special matinee every Saturday at 1:30 P. M. The Hotel Olga guests for the week included Mr. I. Miller, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Emma Berry, Pine Bluff, Ark.; Mrs. Henrietta Gray, R.N., Philadelphia, Pa.; Mr. Maurice Huffington, Woodbury, N. J.; Mr. and Mrs. John H. Williams, Sr., Atlantic City; Mr. John H. Williams, Jr., Atlantic City; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hicks, Hartford, Conn.; Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Heath, Newark, N. J.; Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Massey, Hartford, Conn.; Mrs. A. Loraine, Danbury, Conn.; Mr. R. F. Givens, Chicago, Ill.; Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Jones, Philadelphia: Mr. and Mrs. L. Hutchinson, Boston; Mr. Thos. Wade Allen, Boston; Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Rice, Albany, N. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Preston, Boston; Mr. and Mrs. W. Walker, Philadelphia: Mr. Theo Amando, Midland. Pa.; Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Smith, Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Grunney, Great Neck, L. I.; Mr. Wm. Reid, Miami, Fla.; Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Britt, Philadelphia: Mr. and Mrs. G. Wayburn, Canton, O.; Mr. L. R. Bush, Detroit, Mich.; Mr. and Mrs. H. Byrd, Providence, R. I.; Mr. Thomas H. Skidmore, Jr., Bronxville, N. Y.; Mr. C. Alfred, Washington, D. C.; Mr. H. Marshall, Washington, D. C.; Rev. G. W. Walton, Oyster Bay, N. Y.; Mr. Samuel R. Fowler, Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. Royer Heath, Buffalo, N. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harris, Durham, N. C.; Dr. James S. White, Wheeling, W. Va.; Mr. and Mrs. James Crockett, Pleasantville, N. Y.; Mr. Willie A. Hunt, Bluefield, W. Va.; Mr. and Mrs. H. George, Philadelphia: Mr. H. Bryan, Montreal, Que.; Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Hamilton, Kansas City, Mo. Page Twelve Eddie Tolan Matches Speed With Simpson Again TRACK fans are anxiously awaiting the outcome of the sprint duel on January 4th in Brooklyn, between Eddie Tolan and George Simpson who dispute each other's claim to the title of "the fastest human." Not since the speed brushes engaged in by the peerless Howard P. Drew and Ralph Craig, and the same Drew and Joe Loomis of Chicago, have fans throughout the country evidenced a similar amount of interest as in the case of the two fastest sprinters of the present day. This will be an indoor meeting, the occasion being the monster track meet conducted under the auspices of the Columbus Council. Opposed to Simpson and Tolan will be three runners who will have a great deal to say about who is going to break the worsted first: Karl Wildermuth, Georgetown's crack sprinting ace who was formerly 60 yard National champion, Jack Elder, whom New Yorkers will never forget because of his sterling run to victory for Notre Dame over Chris Cagle's fighting West Point outfit, and Bob McAllister, finalist in the 100 meter Olympic games. Elder is the present World's record holder in the sixty yard dash. The subject, who is the fastest among the human family, will always provide interesting discussions. Since the days of Lon Meyers, Bernie Wefers, Arthur Duffy and the long list of sprint stars who flourished during the latter '80's, superior running form as espoused by latter-day coaches tends for greater speed. Since June 23, 1906, when Dan J. Kelly, the Spokane flash, traversed 100 yards in the unprecedented time of 9 3-5 seconds, there have been hundreds of senior high school boys capable of running the distance a shade inside of 10 flat, which is considered traveling. In 1914 Howard Drew, running on the wings of the wind at Claremont, California, while sporting the silks of the University of Southern California equalled Kelly's often criticized mark of 9 3-5. In 1921 Charlie Paddock, the titian thatched westerner, equalled the great colored flyer's mark in a dual meet at Berkeley, Cal., and a few months later startled the athletic world by flying through space in the unprecedented time of 9 2-5 seconds, though the wise ones scoffed and said that it couldn't be done. When the same Paddock lowered the 220 yard mark the experts said would never be beaten, from 21 1-5 seconds to 20 4-5 seconds, the sharps began to realize that the present day urge for super-speed specialists was the means of bringing out the very best in trackmen regardless of the cost (said cost meaning nothing more or less than the burning out of the tissues that might have lasted two or three years longer). And so we could go on and on from cycling to track, to swimming pool, auto races, motor paced events and practically every known branch of sport. Football is no longer a game in which brawn and massed attacks are the outstanding features. Some of the greatest players of the last quarter of a century have been men who shaped up no larger than Walter Eckersall and "Fritz" Pollard. Plays are run off with lightning precision, and in short, the slow-footed behemoths of the gridiron of yore are no longer with us, and could not qualify for present day ensembles were they back. Boxing employs cream puff taps and bicycle limbs in order to satisfy the fight-goer's lust for speed. Sid Terris and Sammy Mandell are living examples of present day pets who have displaced in the affections of the fans the methodical attacking Gans, the marksmanship of a Dixon and Blackburn, and the cool energy conserving methods of a master showman like Jack Johnson. Just wheel, run, tap, run, tap, wheel and fight fans of today will call any local light another Corbett, Erne or Griffo. Speed is fascinating, but in the interim exacts a heavy toll. Yesterday we were young at fifty, today we are old and tired of life at forty. * * * * Ben Stevenson, Grid Wonderman in a football and a field of eleven men to run Stevenson of uskegee suddenly goes berserk. We develops a sort of Dr. Jekyll-Hyde complex for the rival gridders. We sometimes wonder just what restedion ability would do before 85,000 per type of football men found at the larger college after the fashion of the immortal Paul Roberts is one to say that a player performing on a fast as well against a Rockne coached Notre Dame Stevens outfit. For four straight years this Stevens never had the pleasure of seeing in action, but the numerous race All-American elevens, by law, is not dedicated to the subject of our discours. In Stevenson of Tuskegee, Alabama, is just as we would run into after a canvas of the 48 states GIVE him a football and a field of eleven men to run through, and Ben Stevenson of uskegee suddenly goes berserk. That is to say he develops a sort of Dr. Jekyll-Hyde complex for the nonce, to the despair of rival gridders. We sometimes wonder just what a chap of Steve's unquestioned ability would do before 85,000 persons playing against the type of football men found at the larger colleges throughout the country after the fashion of the immortal Paul Robeson and Fred Pollard. It is one to say that a player performing on a minor college would fare just as well against a Rockne coached Notre Dame squad, or a "Wally" Steffens outfit. For four straight years this Stevenson person whom we've never had the pleasure of seeing in action, has been nominated on the numerous race All-American elevens, by leading critics. This brief is not dedicated to the subject of our discourse in anyway, for "Big" Men Stevenson of Tuskegee, Alabama, is just about as fine a griddler as one would run into after a canvas of the 48 states of America, and more. The End of the Road in a New York tabloid merely said of Joe Wago that the great Madison Square Garden Co ASQUIB in a New York tabloid merely said of Joe Walcott a few nights ago that the great Madison Square Garden Corp. had given the former "Giant-Killer" a job picking up old newspapers and other debris after the fans had cleared out. One of the most powerful sermons a clergyman might offer to his congregation would be the true life story of Joe Walcott. The human interest side of this story treated properly, would appeal to millions all over the world. Nature endowed this squat, little man with the power of an Orang-Utang. Contemporary boxers of two decades ago claimed that it was well nigh impossible to hurt Joe, and men who towered over him more than six inches, and outbalanced him on the scales fifty pounds, were battered to the blood-stained canvas by the doughty Barbarian. Tom O'Rourke, dean of fight managers and trainers, steered Joe to the World's Welterweight Championship—to-day, the result of being a jolly good fellow, finds Great Old Joe at "the end of the road"—can't anything be done for a former champion of the World folks? A Al Brown Given Monster Reception at Cristobal, Panama Mr. Alvin J. Moses. Editor, Inter-State Tattler, Dear Sir:— Enclosed you will find a number of clippings from the leading journals of my home town,—one that I think especially interesting, is by Paul Acevedo, who like yourself is an authority on all sports and a wonderful descriptive writer—best wishes to you and all of my friends for the coming holidays. November 18th.—A deafening roar, with men, women and children giving themselves up to the thrill of welcome thousands of voices joining in the vocal tribute to a returning hero—a people gone Carnival crazy! Joy-mad Central Avenue was jammed, crammed, choc-a-block with celebrating enthusiasts who wanted to greet Al Brown upon his arrival from Colon late yesterday afternoon. Thousands of noisy admirers stormed the Panama Railroad Station. Special squads of police tried in vain to stem the human tide which blocked traffic for blocks. An ever-surging flood of humanity hell bent for election and not caring a tinker's dam if the whole world knew it! When the parade started down Central Avenue, with four hands, local societies, the Boy Scouts, school children, and thousands of yelling celebrants composing the guard of honor, Old Man Dignity threw up his hands in despair. Welcomers were massed ten deep along the sidewalks, many of them throwing their hats, handkerchiefs, and even their coats into the air as the car carrying the bantamweight champion of the world rolled passed. Every window—every balcony—every makeshift observation post, including lamp-posts, rang with cheers and—in people running helter skelter out of restaurants and stores to get a glimpse of Panama's pugilistic Caesar . . . AL BROWN! AL BROWN!! Verily, color, creed and social cast were forgotten in the greatest ovation ever given to a worthy son of the Republic. Why shop around for the smartest hat when you know We have Stetsons. STETSON CUSTOMERS Gave up making comparisons long ago. Give him a Town Order So he can pick out his own Xmas Derby—Soft Hat or anything else he may need. Stetson's $8, $10, $12, up to $20 Town's Felts — $3.50, $5, $6.50 Nat Holman's Syracusians Fall Before Skill and Speed of Renaissance.Five BASKETBALL lovers turned out in goodly numbers Sunday night in order to make comparison at this stage of their career between the famous Nat Holman, and the equally noted Clarence (Fats) Jenkins. A decade ago, they came with the selfsame idea in mind when "Fats" played on St. Christopher's dreaded Red and Black machine, and the City College coach and author, pastimed with the unbeatable World's champion "Celtics." Syracuse, a entrant in the American Basketball League, has a mighty sweet outfit, but against the "Rens" they appeared to be outclassed and nailed to the floor at times. Never have we seen Jenkins play smarter or faster basketball than on the occasion of this meeting. Holman was all at sea against the redoubtable little man who should be dubbed the "Hack" Wilson of the court. Like the doughty member of the Chicago Cubs, Jenkins possesses the build of a hercules, and is of that enduring type that continues to roll on along the years like—"Old Man River." A fan sitting directly behind the writer, asked us if we didn't think Jenkins the greatest player we had seen since the war regardless of color. Our answer was in the affirmative, and we sincerely believe that every fan in the country would be inclined to concede the palm to "Fats", all things considered. The first half was one of the most exciting this correspondent has lamped in many moons. Ricks, with the game scarcely a minute old, tossed one of those dizzy side shots from a scrimmage in which every member of both teams handled the huge leather spheroid like it were a baseball—and our ear drums were nearly broken. Cooper, Saitch, and Mayers played marvelous ball throughout that never-to-be-forgotten first half—but that wonder shot of "Pappy" Ricks was still the point of discussion long after the boys had retired to the comforts of the dressing room in order to prepare for the final twenty minutes. The first All Collegiates Lose The Collegians, N. Y. State Amateur Champions, continued their winning ways by defeating the crack "All Collegiate Club" last Saturday nite at Alhambra Ballroom. The Collegians with such well known stars as "Bricktop" Wright, former Captain of Textile High School, Crip Romney and Johnny Holt, former stars of Stuyvesant, Jackie Livingstone and Al Eldridge, former aces of the DeWitt Clinton team, "Horse" Steel, known as the fastest man in basketball, "Speed" Caffey, now playing with George Washington H. S., and Joe Mills, who has developed into a great center and captain, are just about the class of the simon-pure quintets. The Collegians have been requested by the A. A. U. to defend their State Championship and the Wallace Club of Brooklyn has been selected to oppose them this Saturday nite. Singh Real Comer Montee (Kid) Singh, Indian flyweight contender, lost to Midget Wolgast last Saturday night at the Olympic A. C. but he was far from disgraced. Stacked up against the boy who holds two decisions over Black Bill logical contender for the crown once worn by Johnny Buff, Jimmy Wilde, and Pancho Villa, the inexperienced Singh waged what we thought was a marvelous battle. Six months hence, "Blackie" who happens to be the Indian's mentor, figures to be "sitting pretty" with the best 112 pounder in the racket toiling for him. "Blackie" doesn't intend to keep his fighter sitting idly on the shelf, but will work him in the smaller clubs as often as he can secure fit opponents. THE INTER-STATE TATTLER cusians Fall Before f Renaissance. Five half score stood 21-8 in favor of the World's Colored Champions. Despite the fact that Syracuse played superior ball than that which she exhibited in the opening half, the "Rens" continued to roll up points with the subs in there, the final tally being 47—27. During the past week the Renaissance were close to defeat in Philly at the hands of the South Philadelphia Hebrews with Kasselmann, "Chickie" Passon, Forman, Schneiderman, Litwack, and Povernick—some of the finest Jewish stars now playing the game. The "Rens" won by two points, 31—29, with Yancey being high scorer for Renaissance with nine points, and Kasselman registering 14 for the Hebrews. Visitation, Brooklyn's representative in the A. B. L., however, took the "Rens" for a ride, making the series even up to this writing. On Christmas (December 25) night, Visitation will again face the Renaissance in a game that ought to be a hummer—both quintets are out to win at any cost. This coming Sunday nite (Dec. 22nd), Bob Douglas and Edgar Mercer have secured a team that also beat the Renaissance Five a fortnight ago—"Union City Reds." In the Sunday game preliminary, the Gibraltar Girls will face Union City Reds girl five. 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Also one Silver Fox, 2 genuine Blue Fox and 2 Cross Fox, all at $65. $65 original values to $325.00 Also lot of 20 fine used fur coats for Saturday only at... Values to $200 when new. GALLERIE LAFAYETTE 46 West 57th Street, Near 5th Avenue DO YOU NEED MONEY? HIGHEST PRICES PAID FOR DIAMONDS — GOLD — SILVER PAWN TICKETS BOUGHT L. S. GONZALES CO. DIAMOND BROKERS FINE JEWELRY AND WATCHES 429 Lenox Avenue, Near 133rd Street, New York City Telephone Harlem 4766 Friday, December 20, 1929 New Haven by Iola Violet Willis 141 Bristol Street New Haven Please mail all news items to Iola Violet Willis, 141 Bristol Street, New Haven Correspondent and Sales Manager not later than Saturday. Phone 2-0665R. --- Pocahontas Temple, No. 55 I. B. P. O. E. elected new officers at their last meeting on Wednesday evening at the Elks Rest Temple: Dgt. Ruler, Cora Warfield; Vice-Ruler, Jennie Johnson; Assistant Dft. Ruler, S. D. Mary Haerge. Chaperon Thelma Goldson; escort, Josephine McGuffy; doorkeeper, Laura Sims, Jr.; gate keeper, Dgt. Bell. * * * Mrs. Willie May Smith of Norfolk, Va., was the week-end guest of her niece, Mrs. Helen Martin of 113 Dixwell Avenue. Mrs. Smith had such a nice time while here she plans to make our city her home in the Spring. Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Martin also visited Mrs. John Cook of South Norwalk, who is a girlhood chum of Mrs. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. T. Green of Newark, N. J., and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Jackson of West Haven and a host of friends were the guests recently of Mrs. G. Grant Williams of West Haven. * * * Oh, yes, our Coleridge basketball team is still on top. They defeated the White Eagles on Friday night last, to the extent of 34-16 at Odd Fellow's hall. Oh, what an exciting game. Tack Marshall is still the official announcer * * * Mrs. Grace Smith and daughter Helena, has returned to New Haven, after a pleasant visit to East Orange. N. J., with Mrs. Loratta Sheffield, formerly of New Haven. Mrs. Smith also visited her father, Mr. Thomas Peterson in Newark, N. J. and Mrs. Washington in Bloomfield, N. J. Mrs. Smith had a marvelous time while away and returned much pleased with her trip. A birthday party was given by Mrs. Rosa Smith in honor of her niece Elizabeth Mitchell at 49 County Street, Dec. 7. the guests were, Beradine Brown, Alverta Brown, Winnie and Ethel Duncan, Helen and Lillian Robinson, Pauline Baker, Mrs. A. Robinson, Fred Rogers. Bill Douglas, Leo Gholdston, Joseph Sills, Caesar Lewis, David Stanley, Ivan Mitchell and Mr. and Mrs. Morris James of New York City. The table was beautifully decorated in yellow, blue and pink. A delicious repast was served. Everyone had a joyous time until the wee hours in the A. M. Sh——. --- An impressive funeral service was held over the remains of Mrs. Annie Pierce at the Bethel A. M. E. Church on Saturday, December 14. Mrs. Pierce was a sister of Mr. William Lynn and mother of Herbert Pierce. She also leaves a large number of grandchildren and a host of friends. ```markdown ``` The funeral of Mrs. Brent, wife of Mr. Grant P. Brent of 73 Hazel street, was held at the Emanuel Baptist Church on Friday, December 13. * * * Mrs. Cora Goodwin and Mrs. E. J. Butler of 72 Egdewood Avenue, entertained the P. D. Social club on Tuesday, December 10. Card playing and dancing were enjoyed. Refreshments were served to the large gathering present. * * * December will be most important socially. Plans are being made for many Christmas dances and parties. ```markdown ``` The Dansant given at the Odd Fellow's hall on Monday evening by Larry Ringold was a grand and glorious affair. Oodles of dance lovers attended. Music was furnished by Larry and his Night Hawks and everybody reported a wonderful time. * * * W. D. R. C. our local broadcasting station pleases its listeners on Thursday evenings when Clarence Wilmore's Night in Harlem Fentertains. Those heard to good advantage are Mrs. Mary Pierce Overby, the Misses Alice Whitebee, Josephine Williams. Messrs. Roland Douglas, James Carter, Leroy Dortch and David Clayborn. * * * In spite of the inclement weather on Thursday evening, December 12, hundreds made their way to the Odd Fellow hall and enjoyed one grand evening of pleasure. This occasion was the first informal dance of the Patres Foedarpi. Entertainers of the evening were Mrs. Hazel Richmond, who sang the season's song hit "Am I Blue" and the Bush Brothers, who are splendid entertainers. During intermission a number of rhythms were played by Taylor. Douglas, Kelly, and Curtis. The music was real good and the crowd was fortunate to hear the Rialto jazzy performers of New Haven. * * * A surprise housewarming was tendered Mr. and Mrs. Henri E. Grant last Saturday, December 7 at their new home at Hamden. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Weaver and Miss Myrtle Helms of New York. The misses Edyth and Anita Taylor and Mr. Algernon Gay of Hartford, Mrs. Mildred Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. John Moore, Mr. and Mrs. V Gaston Balore, Dr. Carter L. Marshall Mr and Mrs. Clinton E. Baldwin, Mr. and Mrs. John Roberts, Messrs. Vince Aldrich and Charles Skinner. The host and hostess were the recipients of many lovely gifts. After a most delightful evening the guests departed wishing the Henri Grants much happiness in their new home. THE HARTFORD "SEARCHLIGHT" By CARLISLE. * * * It was indeed a privilege and rare treat to have attended the "Strawride and Supper" given by Saint Monica's Dramatic Club on Saturday night. The party motored to a Cromwell, Conn., roadhouse, where a variety of tasty foods was served. Dancing and other amusements were then indulged in until the wee hours of the morning. Present were: Corinne Taylor, Bernice Smith, Cicero Lee, Eleanor Thomas, Aida and Mabel Jacklyn; Edward Hicks, Walter Moorhead, Ed. Wrighter, "Bill." Smith, W. Earle Smith, James and Miles Whaley. * * * The local Nutmeg Lodge of Elks held its annual memorial service at Shiloh Baptist Church last Sunday night. Bro. W. Earle Smith recited in able fashion the immortal "Thanatopsis." The Rev. Mr. Moody then eulogized the need of Fellowship, while paying tribute to the memory of the three departed brothers of the Lodge. * * * Mrs. Alice Davis Crawford of New York City was the week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. T. Leonard Davis of Bellevue Street. Mrs. Crawford got a big hand for her singing at Shiloh Baptist Church. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Romeo Rolax of fashionable 33 Capen Street, motored to Plainfield, N. J., over Thanksgiving, and were entertained at dinner by Mr. and Mrs. George Peters. Mr. Peters is a popular night club entertainer. Mr. and Mrs. Rolax are a popular couple—well known to Hartford society. --- NEWARK NEWS by HARRY W. BURROUGHS. --- Newark Elk's basketball team defeated the Asbury Park Elks last Sunday evening by the score of 38-14. Our Newark Elks have joined the league and have defeated some of the teams who are contenders. Last week they made a trip to Philadelphia and played A. V. Cato Lodge. --- Last Wednesday evening Newark witnessed one of the grandest affairs of the pre-holiday season. Dreamland Academy was crowded, and the fairer sex were adorned with the latest evening gowns, long and short. Duke Ellington and his Cotton Club Orchestra furnished the music. Some of the distinguished guests were: Dr. and Mrs. Pines, Madam Minnie Johnson, mother of Essex Temple, Ernest Baxter, Dr. L. Baxten Dr. Mae McCarroll, Mrs. Sullivan, Mrs. R. 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Fayette Street, met with a serious accident while working on a scaffold at Richfriends Oil Co., on Thursday afternoon. --- An Oriental Social was given in the Parish Rooms of St. Philip's Church, on November 22nd, under the directions of Mrs. Julia Powell and Mrs. Bertha Roe, assisted by Madames Hall, Scott and Turner, and the Misses Marion Jackson, Doris Guider and Edith Powell. It was well attended. INDIANAPOLIS, IND., NEWS No colored show in years has received as much unfavorable comment from its colored audience as Porgy, which played at English Opera House last week. * * * "Jimmy Highpower" was seen wear a large safety pin in his colar. Wonder why? * * * The Walker Theatre Orchestra is broadcasting every Monday night over W. F. B. M. from 10:30 to 11 P. M. Tune in on them. Mr. Al DuValle died recently. He leaves to mourn their loss a widow and three sons. We are in deep sympathy with the family. POUGHKEEPSIE NEWS Mrs. Cecil Foster and Mrs. Kowan Mills are seeking a divorce, wonder why? --- Mrs. Johnnie Walker left for New York City. Wonder why, since Howard University went back we see the raving young beauty is lonesome. Too bad he is not here. Why does a certain young lady of Cottage Street run after a certain young man from the country. It certainly looks bad. T The aristocratic bunch think they are just it but we notice a certain bunch of girls who put them in the shade. --- The new club on Pershing Avenue is getting to be a just too bad club. Better watch out. Why did the Whoopee Club break up? Soon the young men began to sow their wild oats. THE FASHION WEEK LILLIAN FERNANDEZ The one and only way to preserve the youthful, fresh and vigorous appearance of one's beauty is by the process of expert massaging by a qualified and experienced beautician. 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The Forum is lately organized and meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, at which time it is planned to present speakers and lecturers of the first rank. Taking as his subject, "My Challenge," Dr. Lewis sought to impress upon his audience the necessity of living clean, wholesome lives. He said it is better to keep healthy than it is to regain one's health when once it is lost. He pointed to statistical information which tended to show that Negroes die at a more rapid rate from tuberculosis than do the whites. In referring to the fact that "Forty" is an important number in the life of one's years, Dr. Lewis provoked laughter by saying that one riding on car "40" through Philadelphia has virtually seen all of Philadelphia. "Anything is likely to happen along the route," he said, "and important things happen to one's health at forty years old, and after." Mrs. Maria Williams is president of the Forum. Beauteous LA ROMA CORTEZ, a true child of destiny in the Cinema world who may be starred in a brand new "Talkie" sensation that a well known producer is arranging after the New Year. WHEN IN PHILADELPHIA VISIT insurance lers Tav several trip. * * * The Rev. P. P. Samuel, widely known lecturer, has returned from Newark, N. J., where he has been delivering one of his lectures. * * * Miss Marian Fletcher, Miss Jessie Smith and Mrs. Sarah Randolph, well known in local social circles, are spending some time at the Emma Ransome House in New York City. * * * Rev. C. C. Scott, pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, is in Tampa, Florida attending the board meeting of the National Baptist Convention, Inc. --- Raymond Whittaker, formerly residing in this city and attending Lincoln University, is now a student in Wilberforce. * * * Mrs. Sadie Gaines, well known in church circles here, is spending the winter in Detroit, Michigan. * * * Mr. Dudley P. Sykes, of Montreal, Canada, has been a visitor in the city. Mr. Sykes is connected with the department of recreation in the Canadian city. * * * Edith Peacock McDougald and Marie McDougald will be among the gay throng which will celebrate with Phi Beta Sigma in Harlem during the Christmas holidays. Miss Edith will divide her time between Mary Lane Ross and Geraldyn Dismond, while Miss Marie will be the house guest of Eunice Shreeves. * * * Essie Marie Potts was seen dining at the swank Dark Tower Saturday night. She wore the smartest of mid-winter ensembles. * * * The Raymond G. Iveys have sent out invitations for a swagger party the Friday following Christmas. Most of the guests will come from New York and Charlotte. The Rev. J. Vincent Quamina, field missionary of the American Baptist Society, occupied the pulpit- of the THE ALSTON HOUSE ROOMS-$1.50 a day and up 2333 CATHERINE STREET Phone, Locust 7557 'TATTLERS' Can be purchased in Philadelphia from MR. J. H. GRAY, 1017 Lombard St. First Africa Baptist Church on Sunday last, at which time he delivered a thrilling sermon on "The Brazen Serpent." Mrs. Louise Harrison, soprano, was guest soloist. * * * The Rev. Waverly Yuill, founder and superintendent of the Broad Street Rescue Mission, recently conducted a revival service at the Zoar M. E. Church. The success of the revival was almost phenomenal, it being stated that 250 persons "hit the trail." The revival services lasted nine nights. ORTEZ, in the starred ensation r is ar- ar. Rev. Yuill has accepted an invitation on the part of the churchmen of Trinidad, Spain, to conduct revival services there, after finishing a series of meetings in Scotland. He plans to leave this country for a stay abroad. ```markdown ``` Thomas R. Hunter, well known in insurance circles, returned from Millers Tavern, Virginia, after spending several days on a successful hunting trip. --- Stepin Fetchit, comedian, will be heard in Cameo Kirby, being directed by Irving Cummings. He plays the part of a butler of the pre-Civil War days and his song, "I'm a Peaceful Man," is a rather plaintive moan about his love for rest and quiet. The chief song in Cameo Kirby is Romance, sung by J. Harold Murray and Norma Terris. It is by Walter Donaldson and Edgar Leslie. --- Mrs. Hattie Perkins Bramlette, formerly of Washington, D. C., the wife of Mr. Thomas G. Bramlette, of Catherine Street, died following a brief illness. The couple had been married just six months. Mrs. Bramlette formerly lived in Washington where she had a wide circle of friends. --- William M. Britt (Chick), well known in sporting circles, spent several days in the Quaker City on business. * * * Mrs. Theodore S. Jackson and daughter, Harriet, have returned to their home in Boston, Mass., after attending a family reunion in this city. * * * In an effort to afford greater safety for children, the Citizens' Safety Com- The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a monochrome photograph of a person wearing a headscarf. mittee of the Chamber of Commerce of which we have three members, has asked the Director of Public Safety to set aside and properly mark certain hilly streets for sledding streets. * * * William Owens, 37, of New York City, was arrested early Monday morning for trying to force his way into a tailor shop at 3404 Market Street. * * * Hon. Oscar DePriest, member of Congress, will be the principal speaker at the Emancipation Celebration, January 1st, which will be held at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, W. Philadelphia. --- The Rev. M. T. Boone, B. D. pastor of the first Baptist Church, Nappeville, Va., was in the city last week. ```markdown ``` Dr. Jamison, Joe Rainey and Rollo Wilson, sporting editor, have motored South to attend a meeting of the Intercollegiate Athletic Association this week. * * * Isaac Brown of 2302 Redner Street is confined to the house with an attack of the Asthma. He is a brother of Mrs. Sarah Sharpe, the real estate dealer. ```markdown ``` William B. Ramsey of 1526 Christian Street, an employee in the City Hall, is quite ill at home from a nervous breakdown, he is recovering slowly. Mrs. Lulu D. Lee of Chicago, Ill., is in the city visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. J. G. Robinson who is quite ill. * * * Mrs. Joseph T. Seth of 517 S. 9th Street, is confined to her home with an attack of Erysipelas. * * * Miss Lucretia Miller accompanied by her niece, Mrs. Alice Blue, dined at the Marion on Sunday after which they in company with Miss Henrietta Seth attended the Popular Assembly with the American Interracial Peace Committee at the Garrick Theatre. * * * In response to numerous requests, Noah Swayne, bass baritone, gave a program made up entirely of Negro Spirituals in the Anthracite half hour over W. F. I. on Wednesday. * * * The home of Mrs. Lila Hallman, 3102 Baring Street, caught fire on Sunday from an overheated flue. The loss was nominal. * * * Julius Outerbridge of Brooklyn, N. Y., spent several days in the city. * * * The Rev. S. H. V. Gumbs of Jamaica, N. Y., Douglass Robinson, New Bedford, Mass., and D. Ward Nichols of New York City were visitors to the city last week. * * * Mrs. William Loftlin of 2216 Bolton Street, is confined indoors with a severe cold, she is greatly missed by her set. YONKERS, N. Y. By CURTIES RUTH. * * * On Wednesday evening, December 11th at the Masonic Temple located at 5 Cottage Place. Mr. Aldo E. Smith was elected and installed as Master of James H. Farrell Lodge No. 34, F. and A. M. Other officers for the new term include John R. Richardson, senior warden; Roland Francis, junior warden: James V. Garrison, re-elected treasurer; Walter T. Giddings, re-elected secretary; George S. Davidson, re-elected trustee for three years. There was about 75 of the brothers present at this election A very tasty collation was served at the finish of the business. * * * Beta Phi Dramatic Club of this city gave a very successful dansante invierno at the Masonic Temple on Thursday evening, December 12th. Quite a number of folks were present from Nepperhan and the community. Melvin Winters Collegiate Orchestra really performed with aggravating jazz. (Whoopee.) --- The newly organized branch of the American Legion, the Sampel H. Dow Post staged an interesting whist tournament at the new Irving Hall on Friday evening, December 13th. A goodly number of players were present. Prizes were awarded to Mr. Johnson, second to Mrs. Young and third to Curties Ruth. Miss Marion Carson offered her service at the piano at the close of the games and folks enjoyed some more fun dancing. The boys served some tasty refreshments. We Go to Press On MONDAY, DEC. 23rd IF—your copy is not in this office BY Friday, December 20th It Will Not Appear in the CHRISTMAS ISSUE THE INTER-STATE TATTLER Mrs. Beatrice Potts of Severn, Md., who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Mamie Jackson of 188 Linden Street, has returned to her home. --- Mrs. Carrie Richardson of 20 Culver Street, has been suddenly called away to Norfolk, Va., at the demise of her sister, Miss Annie Upshur, who departed this life on Thursday evening, December 12th. ```markdown ``` Mr. Forman C. Riley of 120 Woodworth Avenue, passed away on Thursday evening, December 12th, following a brief illness caused by pneumonia. He was buried on Sunday in Oakland Cemetery. * * * The Yonkers High School on South Broadway is the place where all sports will be found on Saturday evenings witnessing some good basketball games. The "Park City A. C." recently organized here played the opening game with the Waverly A. C. also of Yonkers, (white). Our boys were the victors 26-19. PLAIN TALK TO MEN Do You Want Smooth, Slick, Hair? How your hair looks is very important—don't neglect it. A box of Mme. C. J. Walker’s Wonder Pomade, your comb and brush, a silk stocking-cap—an inexpensive combination we’ll say, used regularly,—man, man, the results will positively astound you. Wonder Pomade will improve your hair as it has the hair of thousands of other men almost everywhere. Try it tonight! 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No names published. velope enclosed will insure th Beware of Impostors It has come to my attention that on several occasions, some one has approached different people as a "Lonesome Hearts" representative, claiming that I, the editor of this page, Jackie Noble, sent them. This is absolutely untrue and any such person is an imposter and a cheat. Miss Noble has no representatives and never sends a representative to interview any one. This department in which I am in charge is strictly edited in a secret and confidential way by mail only. Please be warned if any one approaches you as a Tattler "Lonesome Hearts" or a Jackie Noble representative, have them arrested if possible. JACKIE NOBLE. Edgar A. Gest, lend me, please, your little poem, that I may send an appropriate and affectionate greeting to every reader of the Lonesome Heart page. "If I were Santa Claus this year— I'd enter every home to steal. With giving I'd not be content. I'd find the heart-aches men conceal And take them with me when I went. I'd rob the invalid of pain, I'd steal the poor man's weight of care I'd take the prisoner's ball and chain And every crime which sent him there. I'd take the mother's fears away, The doubts which often fret the wise— And all should wake on Christmas Day With happy hearts and shining eyes. * * * From the multitude of Lonesome Hearts steps forth— "A widow, 31 years of age, five ft. 3 inches in height, weighing 130 lbs., brownskin with good disposition and a Christian. She does not smoke, drink, dance or play cards. Would like gentleman of same type. "Would prefer him to be an American, brown or dark brownskin, 33-42 years of age, five ft. 6 to 6 ft., and a Christian; one who desires to have a true lady friend and to live a clean life." Much attention is being given to color — what color was Othello? And now— "Am very lonesome and would like to correspond with a nice girl. She must be dark brown in complexion, five ft. and weight 120 lbs. "Am five ft. 11, weigh 156 lbs., brown complexion, black curly hair, don't smoke or drink, age 28, American." ARE YOU LONELY? Then Join the WASHINGTON SOCIAL CLUB Receive lots of letters from interesting men and women DON'T GROW OLD ALONE Write for information today! P. O. Box 3278, Washington, D. C. desired letter, 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. So many musicians roam the meadows of New York that this request should be easy to handle. I am a stranger here from the East. Have read the famous Lonesome Hearts in the Tattler, and being very much impressed with some of the letters, I would love to become one of your members. Am a girl 22, about five ft. 2, light brown, very neat, not bad to look at, a lover of all clean sports. Dancing is my hobby; also play the violin. "Would like to correspond with nice young man about five ft. 618, 23-29 years of age. He must be neat and musically inclined. Color does not matter." * * * No matter how busy one may be, Loneliness is always clever enough at times to find a niche between the tasks. "I am a stranger in New York and am a working man, and I hardly lose any time. Am five ft. 8, weigh 160 lbs., dark brownskin. Am lonesome. Will you please help me find some nice looking lonesome young girl or woman? Complexion does not matter." * * * The next two letters stress culture and refinement. It should be ever thus. I've been a constant reader of L. H. column and some of the appeals made to you strike me as very pathetic. I'm one of those who is doomed to constant loneliness on account of a too retiring and reserved disposition. I've nothing to brag about so for as looks are concerned, but can assure any one who would correspond with me that there will be no lack of culture or refinement in our relationship. Am 25. love books, music, preferably classical, dance occasionally when time permits, and I appreciate the high noble sentiments and aspiration in life. Am now working my way through college and desire to correspond with a congenial young lady. I'm sure your influence will obtain for me at least one answer." "Would like to meet a light or very light brown young man. 28-32. Must have good hair. He must be a well-established business or professional young man. Prefer one who lives in New York Brooklyn, or vicinity. Please send photo if possible. Must have serious intentions. "I am well educated and come from a refined family. Will give the person I get in touch with a full description." Send the boys on the inside a word of consolation and thereby free them from the thoughts of riots, mutiny and bloodshed. "Kindly help me to find a lady INSURE Your Automobile, Real Estate, Compensation Furniture, Liability, Life On Easy Payment Plan STEPHENS' AGENCY 2343 SEVENTH AVENUE Renaissance Theatre Bldg. Telephone Brad. 5883-4192 of my desires. Am dark brownskin, good hair, five ft. 7, age 33, weight 140 lbs., lover of all clean sports. Cook by trade but useful at many things. Would like the lady to be 25-35, with little education, one who would overlook the fact that I am now incarcerated, but for nothing to be ashamed of. Color doesn't matter." \* \* \* "I'm all alone in this country, have no friends and get no letters, so you see, dear Editor. I'm very blue and lonely. Do you think you could help me get a couple friends through your wonderful club? I've heard so much about the L. H. I'm anxious to know if you will help me too. "Here's a little about myself; Danish, 24 years old. have blond hair, very blue eyes, five ft. 9 in., weigh 165 lbs. Ali around sportsman: tennis, soccer, golf, swimming, lover of music and movies been in this country two years." "Am in great distress from loneliness. Hope that you will be able to relieve me of this misery. Have not a soul to communicate with. Please do not forsake me but help to bring some sunshine into my miserable life. Am 24, five ft. 5, dark brown, good features, and hair, weigh 140 lbs., not handsome but wonderful personality. Considered a good dancer. Fairly educated. "Would like girl about five ft. 6. weight 120, not particular about color or looks. Would like her to be 23-26 and fairly educated." "I hope there is room in your L. H. column for me. Would like to corresponding with a young woman 21-23, color doesn't matter as long as she is sincere. "Am five ft. 5, weigh 138 lbs.. light brownskin." "Am sincere and want to find happiness. Would like American girl near New York or Penna, about 24, who is willing to listen and understand; one that I can trust; one full of life. She will always find me a gentleman. "Am a tailor by trade. Can play several musical instruments. Am 24. five ft. 4. light brownskin, somewhat of an entertainer." "Want to get in touch with nice young lady, brownskin with good hair and she must have a perfect form. "Am darkbrown skin, age 30. PHONE MONUMENT 0900 We can give you guaranteed relief for every known disease of the Human Body. These Formulas have been in use for over seventy years and are Registered by the U. S. Gov. We make guaranteed medicine that will relieve any Allment regardless of its age. Be convinced. Thousands have been helped. Write us a personal letter or call at ORIENTAL HERB REMEDY CO., 142 W. 117th ST. PHONE UNIVERSITY 7193 HOURS 1 P. M.—11 P. M. (SURGICAL GARMENTS FITTED) height 6 ft. weigh 145 lbs. 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"Would like to meet a young man between the ages of 29-35, of a quiet and sunny disposition and of good character." * * * Some of our girls, thank Heaven, are asking for persons of serious intent. "Through you I would like to become acquainted with a nice boy who would appreciate a nice girl. Would like him to be about 21-25, five ft. 9 to 6 ft., fairly good looking, with good hair and fairly educated, and a snappy dresser and one of a serious type. "I am five ft. 6, brownskin with long black hair, neat dresser, 18 years of age and fond of all sports." Note what this snappy youngster desires. "Jackie! Jackie! Help me! for I fear I will have to trod the road to lonely-ness. "Am a chocolate brownskin maiden of seventeen summers, five ft. 2 in. high and 100 lbs. in weight, a pupil of both business and dancing schools. Can drive a car. Love a gay time. Bringing every thing to a summary point, I am tight like that. "The man of my dreams must be 20-25, height five ft. 7 to 10 in. 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SAVE TO INVEST— INVEST TO ENRICH. The DUNBAR NATIONAL BANK of New York THE QUESTION BOX The "Question Box" is now being edited by Gene Matthews. THEO. McLAUGHLIN: Where is the best and most reasonable dentist in Harlem? Is Katherine Noisette the leading race screen actress in New York? ANS.: As to the best Dentist, that is a matter of opinion and the majority of them are reasonable. Personally I prefer Henry Delany at 135th Street and 7th Avenue. Popular opinion also gives Katherine Noisette the lead, but whether the producers consider her so is more than I can say. * * * H. GRUBER: Does Duke Ellington take Piano pupils? What is his fee? How may I get in touch with him? ANS.: No, he doesn't, but you may write him personally at the Cotton Club, 142nd Street and Lenox Avenue. --- GEO. B. MORSE: Who is the head of the Colored Merchants' Association? What is the address of their headquarters? ANS.: A. Mr. Holsey is the president and their headquarters are at the Dunbar Bank Building, 151st and 8th Avenue. 幸 困 幸 J. W. TIMBERLAK: Is there an art school in Harlem? What are their fees and where the they situated? ANS.: No, no school. There may be a few private teachers. Their fees would be moderate and in accordance with what line of art you want. --- MISS IDA: Kindly give me the name and address of the theatres in New York that employ colored girls regardless of their color? ANS.: There are one or two that employ colored girls but not regardless of color. They want light girls only. Seek a new field, Ida, because the most of them are putting on men anyway. JIMMY: What is the game called Royal Casino like? ANS.; It is a card game the same as casino only that the face cards are given a spot value enabling them to take other cards which combine to make their value. --- E. L. A.: What is the Capital of Hali? ANS.: Port Au Prince. --- A. HOLMES: When was the Panama Canal completed? What is its depth? ANS.: It was opened for navigation on August 15, 1914. It is about 80 feet at its deepest point. BOSTONIAN: I need the address of Jason Weller and Sons of Boston. If you can help me in this I'll be very much obliged. ANS.: Sorry to have kept you waiting, but I had to wait a reply from our Massachusetts office. They are located at 355 Washington Avenue, Boston, Mass. BUD II.: Where were the Olympic Games held in 1916? ANS.: They were scheduled for Berlin but were not held because of the war. --- E. T. G.: Has there ever been a colored ice skating or trap shooting champion? ANS.: Not as yet. AL. G.: When was the horse race known as the Grand Prix Do Paris first held? What horse won it? What was the name of the winner in 1908? His Owner? ANS.: In 1863, won by The Ranger. In 1908 Northeast won it. His owner was W. K. Vanderbilt. * * * ELLA M.: Is prohibition a good law? Are there less arrests now than before? ANS.: Yes for some people, but not for the country or general public. Yes the arrests are less because people are afraid to drink anywheres but home or a friend's house, nor will they carry liquor on their persons as in the old days. --- ALFRED: How many people are electrocuted in New York State annually? ANS.: About an average of 35, Alfred. PEARL: Where is Police Precinct 37B? ANS.: 35 Snyder Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. ANDY G.: Where is Fort Slocum? ANS.: On David's Island, about half a mile from New Rochelle, N. Y. * * * COJER: What country owes Great Britain the most money? How much is that debt? Has it been funded? ANS.: Russia, to the extent of 842, 969,000 pounds or about $4,200,000,000 American money. No, it has not yet been funded. --- H. J.: When was the first transcontinental Air Derby first held? Where did the planes start from and what was their destination? ANS.: Sept. 19, 1927, the first T. A. D. was held at Roosevelt field, L. I. Their destination was Chicago and Spokane. * * * CHARIE C.: In what year was John McKinley Justice of the Supreme Court? Who was President then? Post Master General? ANS.: In 1837. Van Buren was President and Amos Kendall, Past Master General. JACK F.: Where is the Ashokan Reservoir located? ANS.: 14 miles west of the Hudson River at Kingston, N. Y. Something it to acquire if you ive. vacation trip, or NEWS THAT LEADS TO WORK Civil Service News Compiled by the New York Academy of Business Requirements have been set for the long awaited city examination for city examination for stenographer-typist, Grade 2—Application dates to be set in about two weeks—dictation at 100 words a minute (one letter of 200 words). The salary ranges from $1,200 to $1,800 a year. There are many vacancies. Do not miss this opportunity to get the right job in the Civil Service. Attendant (Male)—Grade 1 (including Bridge Tender, Caretaker, Messenger and Watchman)—salary $1,200 to $1,800 a year. Usual salary on appointment $1,600. $5 a day for temporary service. Applications to be ready within two weeks. This is a fine opportunity for our group of men, young and old, who have no special trade, nor business training. No qualifying experience is required. Institutional Inspector, Grade 2—Candidates must have had at least one year's experience in inspecting or investigating institutions, or experience in other positions tending to give them a knowledge of institutional management. There are 10 vacancies at present in the Department of Hospitals at $1,900 a year. Matron (Prison Service)—Age 25 to 40 years—No experience necessary—no special requirements—except a grammar school education or the equivalent. The duties are to guard, discipline and care for inmates of correctional institutions. The salary s $1,749 a year to start. Dental Hygienist (Female)—Candidates must be graduate dentist or dental hygienist. The duties are to remove deposits, accretions and stains from the teeth of school children, and to give instruction in oral hygiene. The salary is $960 a year for part time service. Assistant Social Worker—State Service—Applications must be filed with the State Department of Civil Service, Albany, N. Y., by December 2S—Salary $1,200 a year to start. Several immediate appointments expected at Manhattan State Hospital at $1,200 and maintenance. Graphotype Operator—Salary $900 to $1,600 a year—State Civil Service—December 2S, the last day for filing applications—Several immediate appoint- We Go to Press On MONDAY, DEC. 23rd IF-your copy is not in this office BY Friday, December 20th It Will Not Appear in the CHRISTMAS ISSUE PICTURES 3—$10 Size $3.00 6 Cabinet Size $3.00 For Holidays Only Pictures taken in your home or at our Studio GREENWICH PORTRAIT CO. Professional and Theatrical Photographers 411 MANHATTAN AVE. NEW YORK CITY Special rates for children Office Hours: Phone: 1 to 6:30 P. 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We do not suggest this man because color gives him a special fitness to serve on a commission investigating conditions in a colored republic; we suggest him because he possesses a thorough knowledge of Haitian history, because he has had intimate contact with its culture and society and because he has first hand knowledge of the conditions under which the occupation began. He has served his country creditably in the consular service and at home he has earned the enviable reputation of a humanist who does not permit his idealism to blind him to unpleasant realities. He would guide the commission with intelligence, tact and loyalty to the highest interests of his country. The President could comb the country without finding an abler man for the job than James Weldon Johnson. We make this suggestion, as the late President Roosevelt would say, merely for the record. We have not the slightest idea that anybody in authority in the Republican party will pay the least heed to it. 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Several immediate appointments expected. Clerk—Stenographer — Westchester County—several immediate appointments expected at $1,500 to $1,800 a year. Duties. Stenography, filing, switchboard and general clerical duties. December 28, last day for filing applications with the State Civil Service Commission, Albany, N. Y. Another big week for appointments Nearly 500-all in this city alone 93 Patrolmen appointed, and Com. Whalen expects to appoint 300 new patrolmen early in January. Many clerks and carriers to be appointed to the Post Office Department, both temporary and permanent. The longest city list was the one for Clerk, containing 74 names. Are you thinking about your Civil Service examination—Remember 1930 promses to be a record year in Civil Service, offering opportunity to all. Be ready when "Opportunity" knocks at your door. Social Snapshots (Continued from Page 5) dale's and has a gorgeous 1929 Stutz sedan. He is one Negro in Australia with an English wife who has reached the heights unmolested. "As I write to you now, I'm basking in the sun on one of Australia's many beautiful beaches. The sun tan craze is as prevalent here as on the continent. And on the beaches, every one's my color or trying very hard to be. "I do not go in for surf bathing, although Australia is surrounded practically with oceanic waters, because the Pacific is infested with sharks. Two mad young women have set the fashion for shark fishing. They were lucky enough to catch one each and now every one wants to do the same. Prabably for publicity, but since plenty "pounds" are offered for shark skin, there may be something in it. "I'm just chattering away here. I suppose you think I've a "cheek" but I'm so enthusiastic about everything I could go on and on telling you about Australia's wonderful summer weather that we are now enjoying, and a bit about a remarkable fruit grown here called 'passion fruit,' but I've said too much already."