The Negro World

VOL. XXI. No. 24 Selfishness and Greed of Powerful Nations Compel Negroes to Revise Their Methods The world is on fire. The whole human race is gone mad. Man has lost his reason, and now we are in for an age of ruin and destruction that will upset the efforts of the human race for the last five hundred years. All this has been brought about by the drunken greed for power on the part of certain races and nations. Everywhere you look, and on every side you turn; you come in contact with the undermining influence of the one race against the other; the one nation against the other. It is apparent that truth, justice, love, mercy have taken their departure, and all that we have is the reign of selfishness and greed which will ultimately be the wreck and ruin of our civilization. In all this terrible muddle four hundred million Negroes are called upon to play their part. It is natural that we must take on the spirit of the age, harmful though we know it to be, but we are so situated that we can do no better than meet the other fellow on his own grounds. One part of the world is determined to upset the other part: One race is determined to destroy the other for its own selfish existence, and so in this rigid competition for a place and for life we can do no better than strike out in our own direction to save ourselves from the wreck and ruin that threatens. The Universal Negro Improvement Association steps out speaking in unmistakable terms on behalf of our own group, and in language forcible and uncompromising we call upon each and every member of our race to gird his armor on and be ready for the fray. It is no use talking about settling this human question with prayers and words. It cannot be done; it can only be settled by force. This is the only argument that the races and nations of the world understand in the twentieth century. England is speaking with force, France is speaking with force, the United States of America is speaking with force as its language, and the races or the people who cannot present to the world organized force will be naturally dragged under in the tidal wave of race oppression. England and France are more determined than ever to exploit and subjugate their darker citizens and subjects, their professions notwithstanding. It is no use looking to them in the sense of the larger humanity, because they have lost their Christian souls. Englishmen and Frenchmen no longer think of humanity in the terms of Christian brotherhood, but in the terms of pounds and francs. The Parting of the Ways Indeed, we have come to the turning and the parting of the ways. The black race needs look no longer to any other race for succor, for advice or for political help. We must naturally look to ourselves. More and more we become disappointed in all our hopes; disappointed in all our ambitions, depending as we have been upon others. In America we are gradually being thrown off politically and disappointed socially and economically. Within the British Empire we are only the scapegoats of a sober and seasoned diplomacy. In France we are only made the dupes of a crafty statesmanship that hopes to profit by the ignorance of those whom they deceive. How, therefore, can we depend upon others? Doing so will mean nothing else but our present and future ruin, such as has been in the past. The days of slavery are not gone forever. Slavery is threatened for every race and nation that remains weak and refuses to organize its strength for its own protection. Slavery has no day and no time. It is present when the strong race desires to oppress the weaker race. Negroes, be careful of what you do today! No one can tell what our condition will be tomorrow, whether it be slavery or not; if we do not strive toward the goal of racial strength, of racial power, political and national independence. Let us rally around the banner of the Red, the Black and the Green, the universal emblem of African redemption. Let us stand by the colors as Englishmen stand by the Union Jack, as Frenchmen stand by the Tri-Colors, and as Americans stand by the Stars and Stripes. For us, let the vision be fair, let the vision be one of hope and encouragement. We need not look back to the darkness. Africa shall be redeemed. Negroes shall be emancipated, but all depends upon our present deeds, our present acts. Shall we go backward? The Universal Negro Improvement Association answers "No!" We have come upon the stage in time to save the entire race from destruction. All that we want is that each and every one will enter the fold of this great and noble organization and let us unitedly march to our destiny. Turn your attention not away from Africa, because Africa shall be the only salvation and solution of this great problem of race in America and the Western World. Africa, the land of our fathers, beckons us home, if not in person, in sympathy, in sentiment and in moral and financial help, so why shouldn't we help Mother Africa to redeem herself? Why shouldn't we help her to throw off the shackles placed upon her by an alien civilization and alien races? Why shouldn't we help her put to flight the enemy within her doors who seeks her very vitals? Oh, Mother Africa! Oh, land of our Fathers! to thee we come; to thee we pledge our lives, our manhood, our strength, our all, because through thee, and thee alone, we see the avenue to happiness, to peace, to everlasting glory. Negroes, again we appeal to you to come together. Come together in America, the West Indies, South and Central America and let 400,000,000 of us march forward to the sacred duty that falls upon us, that of saving humanity, that of salvaging a sinful world. Founder and President-General, Universal Negro Improvement Association. Economic Conference Fixed for May 4 Is Heralded as Effort by League of Robbers to Forestall Mighty Conflict, but Economic Necessity as a Cause of War Is Nothing New Robber Trust Must Understand That the People of Africa, China and India, Who Own the Bone of Contention-Must Be Seriously Reckoned With-Shredding of Blood and Regrets Must Follow Resort to Force Henry Wood, United Press staff correspondent Geneva, reports under date of January 3rd, 1927. "The League of Nations, today was planning, three great international conferences, one designed to remove as many as possible of the economic causes of war. The new year found league officials convinced that henceworth the world war menace would arise from economic rather than political disputes or aspirations. The first of the three scheduled conferences is the economic conference, to convene May 4th. Mighty struggles impend among the for Colds BAYER ASPIRIN TAKE "BAYER ASPIRIN" — Genuine Proved safe by millions and prescribed by physicians for Golds Neuritis Pain Headache Toothache Sciatica Neuralgia Lumbago Rheumatism Safe Accept package only "Bayer" which contains proven directions DOES NOT AFFECT THE HEART The first of the three schedule reference, to convene May 4th. All world's greater nations for economic life and independence, league officials are convinced, and it is to keep those contests within the bounds of peaceful commercial rivalry that the league has summoned the world to come to Geneva to talk of economic problems." As of; Yore That economic rather than political disputes or aspirations would foster future wars is no new discovery. The knowledge is as old as history. The Carthaginians built ships, explored the Mediterranean Sea, and took possession of the islands. They penetrated into Spain and found silver, gold and ore. The result was that Carthagem, first called New Carthage, was made the center of their operations in Spain. Then came the unity of Home and the destination of Carthage. In the seventh century economic necessities inspired an invasion of the North African Coast by the Mohammedans, thus bringing that part of the continent beyond the Sahara and upper Egypt within organization of the world of civilization and history. Because David Livingstone was at least an imperial economist and at advantageous times a missionary, Great Britain thrives only by virtue of her economic resources in Africa, which necessitate a large army and navy. It was economies that caused that great empire builder, Coell, Rhodes, to substitute the dream of empire for his Bible and praiser book and occasioned native rebellions at intervals in Central and South Africa. It was not the lure of adventure, but the economic necessities of their countries that sent explorers dashing across the united Atlantic and the Caribbean to Mexico and South and Central America. The same demands inspired European traders and missionaries to seek new fields of conquest in Arabia, India and the Far East. A Mighty Drama Economics is a mighty drama of food, clothing and clothing. There is more than enough room to house the population of the world, but with an unequal distribution of these three necessities of life the room becomes small and congested. It is at this point then that war empires. As a national expeditionary war has about burped out the glory of manhood and mentality of Great Britain and France who dominate the League and are wholly dependent upon the economic resources of their colonial outputs for their longevity. Forhans Mussolini's interest in North Africa, Firestone's interest in Liberia and Unoole Sam's policy blow HARVEY FIRESTONE, JR. BACK FROM LIBERIA IS ALL ENTHUSIAM Rubber planting in Liberia has passed the experimental stage and is an accomplished fact, according to Harvey S. Firestone. Jr. the manufacturer and vice-president of the Firestone Plantation Company, who returned a few days ago on the French liner Paris after a three months' study of his company's plantations in Liberia. "No now, have more than 200,000 mature rubber 'trees there,' yielding about 100,000 pounds monthly," he said. "When our whole concession of 100,000 more is under cultivation our production will represent more than half the American consumption. I am convinced that Liberia will be the next great source of rubber, and in time will free the American automobilist from foreign胶袋." Liberia is ideally suited to become a great rubber-producing territory for the United States. Mr. Firestone said, because of its unlimited labor supply, its healthy climate and the friendly attitude of its government to American companies. Labor Offers No Problem Labor Offer No Problem "One of the greatest problems of rubber growing, that of labor, is made simpler for us by the character and quality of the Liberian natives." Mr. Firestone continued. "They are healthy, powerful fellows eager for stealth, remunerative work. Groups of 800 to 1,000 men, some of whom have trekked for eighteen days through the jungle, come to our plantations rugged work. I saw a number who had just completed a 109-mile march, following no fatigue and arriving in a happy, active mood. We expect ultimately to employ 300,000 men." Mr. Firestone said his men had considered the Philippines as a field for rubber development, but had decided that governmental conditions there were too unstable to warrant large-scale investment. WASHINGTON. Jan. 16.—During the period July 5 to November, 1828, inclusive, 454 African immigrants were admitted into the United States, while 303 emigrant members of the same race left the country to return to their native land—Within the same five months 109 West Indian immigrants were received at American ports and 327 embarked therefrom—C. P. B. THE NEGRO WORLD, SATURDAY, JANUARY 22, 1927 British-Oviped Paper Laments Success of "Cute" Americans in Entrenching Themselves in Liberia, Forestalling English Firms—"Finest Field In Continent" The exclusive news we are able to publish on official authority to the effect that the agreement with the Firestone Corporation regarding rubber cultivation and public works construction has been finally signed this week at Monrovia by the Government, and subsequently ratified by the Legislature, has caused a good deal of attention in city circles. The additional news that the loan offer made to American capitalists under the auspices of the Firestone group, had likewise been accepted and ratified is of considerable importance, and is likely to prove an epoch-making milestone in the history of the Negro Republic. Pending the receipt of official details, it would serve no purpose to make any comments on the latest developments, but we may be permitted to relegate the formerly expressed opinion, the American capitalists have scored heavily, and in future British trade and enterprise will not be conspicuous as it should be in the development of one of the richest areas of Egunteri! West Africa. For many years this Journal has urged British firms to enter seriously into the systematic development of Liberia's resources. "Various attempts have been made—failure at their beat—and today, we stand in the position of having, to watch onto Americans securing what may justify turn out to prove-one of the finest ideas for commercial enterprise on the continent. Nevertheless, we cordially congratulate Mr. Harvey Firestone, Jr. and his able colleagues on having achieved all they contemplated to obtain for their great corporation and its associated concerns in the United States. TENANTS URGE "TEETH" IN CITY RENT LAWS Declaring that the time has not yet come for the abolition of the Emergency Realt Laws, the Academy Tenants' Association, at their meeting last week three, their entire force behind the battle to have the laws re-enacted this year by the State Legislature. They, urge, jacqueline of sharper teeth in the laws. The principal speaker at the meeting was August Heckscher, champion of "wipe-out-the-slums campaign" which is gaining momentum in all sections of the city despite opposition from certain quarters. The tenants took, advantage of his presence to supply him with data concerning conditions in Harlem. The officers of the organization are Mrs. Lucille Zeumer, president; Mrs. Fanny Akeson, Mrs. Louise Sweeney; Mrs. Josephine Reaper, vice-presidents; Mrs. Ann-Galleghy, treasurer; Mrs. Josephine Povey, secretary; Mrs. Mabel Chalmers, chairman, monument house, compliments; Mrs. Margaret Keating, chairman reception committee. Housing Mass Meeting Fixed for January 22 On Saturday evening, January 22, a Housing Mira Meeting will be held at Town Hall, 125 West 42nd st. by the Morning World, United Tennants, Community Councils Civic and Welfare organization of Greater New York. Governor Alfred E. Smith will have a special message for this meeting. Among the prominent speakers who will address the meeting are Hon. Louis I. Harris, Commissioner of Health Dept.; August Heckscher, Alexander Bing, Sophio Irene Loeb, and Louis H. Phily. Also three speakers representing the Tenants' Organization. Other speakers invited are. Mayor James J. Walter, John D. Rockefeller, Jo. Mr. Sullivan Jones, State architect, Judge Bernard Shilenga. City Court; Mr. Jullus Henry Cohen, Mr. Maurice Blorch, leader of the Minority of the Assembly. Senator Bernard Downing and other members of the State and Assembly England Shakes Up Indian Potentates FORDON JAN. 11. The impinging abdication of the Rajah of Cochin. Sir Ralph Vairna is reported by the Bombay correspondent of the Daily Express. The correspondent also says the Maharajah Gokwaw of Baroda, who recently celebrated the jubilee of his reign, intends to abandon active participation in government. The intentions of both are attributed to the recent British overhauling of the administration of the Indian State India and the moving down of their authorities. The respondents are the admirers of the To the Business Manager of the Negro World. I am happy to say that I am doing more than just being a reader. The papers reached me Friday noon. Today, which is Saturday, I sold four on the street and four by phone and I have a list of names of persons to whom I am sending a mail, and I am giving him all the profit to make him interested, even that of those four which I sold myself. I shall have him bring in now names with their addresses and as the Interest grows I will see to having someone here to speak to the people of Pittsfield. Lack, of time will not allow me to deliver papers, but I became disgusted with being only a reader, so I will advance my own money for the boy that makes himself worthy of the job. So before selling what I have I am sending you today a money order, for one dollar and twenty cents for twenty papers. By the help of God I shall be of some service to the loft. Marissa Garvey and the G, N. I. A. NEGRO DELEGATION ASKS COOLIDGE TO END LYNCHING Mrs. Whaley, Lawyer, Suggests Martial Law Be Proclaimed by Federal Government as in Case of Riotous Uprisings If the Federal Government has the power to declare martial law in Herris- lh, because of a riotous uprising, who cannot similar action be taken in communities where lynching occurs and mob law prevails, in a novel question President Coolidge has promised to submit to the United States Attorney General, according to, Pfof. S. R. Williams, and Mrs. Ruth Whitehead Whaley, Negro, who returned to New York yesterday following a twenty- minute talk Tuesday with the President. They Visited the White House as representative of the National Negro Development Union and the National Nero Centro Political Party of New York. The appointment was arranged by Senator Coolidge. The President is reported to have deplored that justice has not been allowed to take its usual course in the case of the Lowmans, who were lynched at Alken, S. C., and to have remarked that no one was more concious than he that lynching is a blot on the country's history. If we can't protect our Negro citizens, then we can't protect any citizens, Mr. Cooley is said to have told his visitors. The difficulty in obtaining passage of an anti-lynching law was cited by the President, who recalled that, while he was Vice President, Sensators opposing the Dye bill filibustered four days. Ms. Whaley, who is a lawyer, raised the point of invoking the same power and authority the Government used at Herrin. Mr. Coolidge is reported to have admitted the suggestion was a new one, never before considered in connection with lynching. The resolution presented to the President was adopted at a mass meeting held here Dec. 19, and calls on him "to enforce the Thirteenth, Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments with the same vigor as the Eighteenth Amendment, and that protection be given Negro citizens as the exigencies of the circumstances demand, making it impossible for a Negro's life to be taken with immunity, to satisfy the wishes of a blood-thirsty group of fleam." President Overweight Puts Ban on Sausage Futs Ban on Sausage WASHINGTON, Jan. 14. Sausage has lost its stellar role at the White House breakfast table. It is too fattening, and the White House physician advised President Coolidge to replace it with fried ham. The President's buckwheat cakes also were frowned upon by the doctors, but they have so far managed to hold their ground and this morning were still present. "During his summer in the Adirondacks, Coolidge got his weight to prescribes model figures of 180, and he agrees with his medical advisers that dairy, sausages, should be made to keep it there. He is now three to four pounds over." Still and Winery DENVER, Jan. 11.—Plans for establishing a still and winery for supplying paramedical liquors to members of the Liberal Church were announced here today by Bishop Rice, a resident of the Church Handquarters will be moved from Denver to New Mexico. "We plan to operate the largest still and winery in America," Bishop Rice said. "We have 72,000 members. The Constitution states we can manufacture all gallons of liquor on our own property and family to supply the towns. The entire family has from persons on the land." EUROPE DECLINES; OPPRESSED RACES CLIMBING UPWARD No Reason Why Europe Should Impose Rule on Rest of World — East Is Inspired by Turkey's Splendid Struggle for Freedom For two centuries Europe has dominated the earth. We ourselves, in the beginning, were a mere outpost of Europe. But times have changed. The power and position of America in the world today are one witness of the fact; statistics compiled for the coming economic conference at Geneva tell another part of the story. Comparing 1923 with 1913 these figures show that western Europe's production of footwear and raw materials has increased less than 6 per cent, her foreign trade has fallen by 6 per cent, while Asia's production has gained 20 per cent and her trade 38 per cent, and North America has gained 26 per cent, in production and 27 per cent. In foreign trade. One may say that this is the fault of the war, and think that the world will placidly resume its pre-war ways. Yet perhaps the war was but a chapter in a story which, half noticed, was writing itself before that cataclysm brought sudden ruin to the old continent. Why, after all, should Europe dominate the world? What is there in the air and soil or in the population of that stretch of earth that borders the eastern shore of the Atlantic Ocean to give it a right to control the highways and byways of all the rest of the globe? The racial stock has been scattered. Its most enterprising members have gone forth, part to settle the unsettled continents, part to develop trade with the richly settled East. Its mineral resources, if not exhausted, are at least safely depleted. Whatever special technical capacity it may have, it has by now shared-with all the rest of the world. History, looked at, in the large records we lasting predominance of the European people. Four or five centuries ago they started waging with a zeal and persists once such as voyagers had never had before; and accordingly they discovered lost or unknown continents and began the development of the prodigious international trade of today. Within the last two centuries they have spread their political control over the rest of the earth's peoples. But what have two centuries or even four or five, in the history of the earth, what can they tell of the capacities of a race? China's civilization is four or five millionths old; and throughout that immense period, century by century, she had richer civilization to boast of than Western Europe—until the puny fragment of time which has elapsed since the Industrial revolution gave the West its present driving power. Today the West, having conquered the East has also given it the weapons with which to reassess its ancient predecessure, Russians, schooled in Germany and America, travel as advisers with Chiang Kai-shek's Cantonese arrogance; a British general buys in Japan supplies for Chang Two-irons—Midland Assam; Americans direct the technical work of the Klangian arsenal; General Wood is giving the youth of the Philippines military training; and Mussolini's guniden merchant ships are ready to sell to any buyer. Where we have superiority in military science, in technical processes—we are selling out to the East as fast as the East can afford to purchase. A new tide is running. Here in America we have never properly appreciated the historic significance of Turkey's successful struggle for free- Booker T. Inspired Him, Says Famous Statistician WELLESLEY, Mass., Jan. 18. "Faced with the problem of becoming a Wall Street statistician by bringing Wall Street to the country, where I had to work because I was tubercular, I went to a public meeting to hear Docker T. Washington," says Roger W. Dabson, famous Bay State statistician, who probably knows more about the stock market, cost of living statistics, and commercial fluctuations than any other man in America. "What he said that night gave me the courage to attempt what seemed the impossible, the continuing of a business which should have been conducted in the financial centre of the United States, and, indeed, was conducted outdoors in the Massachusetts hills. Washington's talk that night was largely responsible for the fact that my outdoor office grew to be the largest statistical centre in the world.—C. P. B." Berlin Soontist Nates Food Of Certain Kinds of Sawdust A Berlin scientist has evolved and patented a process by means of which the sawdust of certain kinds of wood is converted into nourishing food. Such forms as the beech, the pine, the walnut and the pearl contain albumen and for all of which are nutritious, says the Indian. CHINA WARNS EUROPE AND AMERICA. 'PREPARED TO TRAVEL BLOODY ROAD TO ATTAIN COMPLETE INDEPENDENCE' CANTON, China, Dec. 30, 1926. Our country is inflamed with indignation against all foreigners. No longer can China be controlled by foreign arms. The resentment of over four hundred million souls has at last crystallized in action. Mother! Now You Know How To Help Your Puny, Weak Child Until two years ago the so-called "Cantonese Movement" was considered a negligible element, and no lie was too despicable to be invented against our late leader (Sun Yet Sen). Although opposed by a Western alliance, the Nationalist movement in fifteen months has overrun two-thirds of China, unifying over two hundred and seventy-five millions of its population. The rest of our country is today held by bayonets and machine guns, furnished by European Powers, to subsidized Chinese thieves and brigands, who masquerade under the titles of "commanders" and "generals." The time has now come when the responsible leaders of our country must speak in a language that European imperialistic nations understand. I will speak that language as the Foreign Minister of China, representing, to date, nearly three hundred million Chinamen. 1. When the foreign nations approach us for negotiations they must forget the old idea that China is a pacific nation, therefore subject to the West's capling and bullying. 2. Europe and the United States must accept the principle that they never and any right in our country. What interests they have were acquired under duties. We on our part will recognize the equity they hold by. NEGRO PRESS CONVENTION IN CHICAGO, FEB. 10-12 The annual convention of the National Negro Press Association will be held in the city of Chicago at the Vincennes Hotel, Thirty-sixth street and Vincennes avenue, on February 10. 11 and 15. 1927. According to the official call, all newspapers are urged to send a representative to attend this annual convention, as matters of vital moment will be considered and an effort made to adjust the same for the "Highest Development of Negro Journalism." Those who are already qualified as members in the association, if they find that they, cannot be present, should send a proxy designating some one to represent them. This proxy can be made out and mailed Henry A. Boyd, Corresponding Secretary, 447 Fourth avenue Norfolk, Nashville, Tenn. Those publications that have not yet onlined as members may do so by sending either a post office money, order or certified bank check for $10. to the Corresponding Secretary's Office. All annual dues for the year are to be paid to the Corresponding Secretary prior to the spelling of the meeting to order on February 10, 1927. Union Labor Wants Hts Legal Beer WASHINGTON--Modification of the Volunteer law to permit manufacture and sale of wines and beer was urged by the executive, board of the union label trades department-of the Fed eration of Labor in closing its sessions here. The board, which said it represented 700,000 organized workers, urged Congress to modify the prohibition act "in order that hypocrisy, corruption and crime would be replaced by & law which would encourage, temperance, clean living and respect for all laws." It's Your Duty to Aid Him to Grow Strong, Active and Sound-In Body and Mind That little boy or girl of yours that doesn't wish to choose that isn't strong—what no apache—that's vigor and is perhaps backward, liskless and thin. What are you going to do with him? Have you ever heard of McCoy's Col Liver Oil Compound Tobacco—sugar candy and so on or nursing children to the aid. Every drugstreet in America sells them tables, so cans and the so- mely good compilation of upright virtue of concessions and treaties imposed upon our forefathers. 3. Our program is a "free China, free from all foreign yokes or influences." Lets the people in Europe and the United States understand that simultaneously with the appearance of every foreign gunbust, in our Chinese ports a hundred thousand youths will flock to the colors of the Nationalist armies. Let the whole world realize that the illegal landing of every foreign battalion on our Chinese, soil will be a daring challenge, to the Chinese legions to rise and drive the foreigner to the sea. By the middle of the coming summer, having recaptured Shanghai from the invaders, the Nationalist army headquarters will locate itself in Petin. This is our purpose even if we must annihilate the remnants of our Chinese adversaries now in the pay of Japan and Great Britain. The road to liberty, after many years of unjust slavery, is precarious and bloody. If Europe recognizes our right to self-government, she will be saved immense bloodshed. If not, then China will have to embark on a bloody road to attain her complete independence from foreign domination. — New York American. (From The New York Times) SHANGHAI, Dec. 8- At times experienced observers of conditions in China, as they notice shifts of the political scene, pause to consider if a shift merely is another opportune reallignment of the militarists or if it preages and is a part of the long expected and wished for national reconstruction movement. To assert a genuine constructive and patriotic purpose, on behalf of any political party or faction in China now requires more conviction than I have; but nevertheless one sees in the situation which has arisen following the moderately successful intrusion of power and influence of the Contonese regime into Middle China, and the present prospect that it soon will be fairly well consolidated throughout a large part of this country, something which is distant and perhaps different from the meaningless milling found that for some time has characterized the civil wars. It is evident, anyhow, that this new situation is regarded by governments of the principal Pacific/Ocean powers as copulating a definite departure which requires a change of their attitude toward China, and of their previous policies. Perhaps it is more accurate to say a change of their methods of handling relations with this country. Canton's Claim to Recognition This turn of events has a number of angles, but the outstanding significance of it is the disposition of the powers to face facts and to give at least as much "recognition" to the Canton regime as they now give to Peking. For it is evident that the last version of Peking's authority in Middle and South China has gone, and there is little prospect that it can be restored there. For some time yet Peking may continue to wear official regulation—probably it can do that with a semblance of reality while the ranking diplomatic beside there—but only foreign Government which continue to think and act ing agents surely does help the stolly, runaway, runnup, piny, trail little ones. No need to give him any more nasty Cockroach Oleo—Meco's TASY, Poh in with it, puny, but no trace of the piece of gut he built, but one very nice one. He's as dreaded for 30 days, mother, did it for 30 days, you age not deliried all the time you prove in your dear little one get your money back. You can get them at any drugstore and then, on the one age for him, run down, on the one age for woman who need more flesh, skin, sting and itch. Dominant Motto: the original and sensitive. McCoy's Laboratories, Inc. 02 W 4th Street, New York City MEMBERS OF THE U.N.I.A. HAVE ELIMINATED THE WORD "CAN'T" FROM THEIR VOCABULARY THE MINDS OF THE NEGRO MASSES CANNOT BE POISONED BY SELFISH FEW. SAYS HON. F. LEVI LORD IN FORCEFUL ADDRESS THE NEW NEGRO—THE NEGRO OF THE UNIVERSAL NEGRO IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION—HAS NO USE FOR "IT CAN'T BE DONE" Even as the Pilgrim Fathers Laid the Foundation of This Great Republic, So Negro Pioneers Will Build a Nation in Africa Hon. W. A. Wallace Points Lesson from China's Rebirth —Mr. C. James Tells What the U. N. J. A. Has Achieved NEW YORK, Liberty Hall, Sunday Night, January 15. There was great rejoicing here tonight on the occasion of the weekly mass meeting of the New York Local—the first since the Supreme Court handed down its decision voiding the sale of the property. This sale, as recounted in the last issue of The Negro World; was persisted in, although the money, which was demanded on pain of mortgage foreclosure, was tendered before the amazing sale proceedings. Hon. F. Levi Lord, Chancellor, announced that everything had been settled and that the mortgagees were forced, though reluctantly, to accept the money in accordance with the Court's order. And he added, amid cheers and laughter, that those who were seeking to embarrass the organization by trying to get possession of its property would have to sit up some more nights fashioning out a new scheme. The keynote of the meeting, which was presided over by Hon. W. A. Wallace, Secretary-General, in the absence of Hon. Fred. A. Toote, Acting President General, was the voicing of the determination of the membership of the organization to permit no obstacles to stand in the way of the fulfilment of the program. The word "Can't" had been stricken from the New Negro's vocabulary, and under God and the Hon. Marcus Garvey the ultimate redemption of Africa was a certainty. Ispiring addresses were delivered by Hon. W. A. Wallace, Hon. F. Levi Lord, Mr. Charles James, 2nd Vice-President of the New York Local, and Mrs. Ina Alexander, Lady President of the Philadelphia Division. CARNEGIE HALL Wednesday Evening, January 26, at 8:30 ROLAND HAYES TENOR TICKETS AT-BOX OFFICE MAJOR & CASLIN PIANO Hon. F. Levi Lord, chancellor, spoke as follows: "Remember, when I first heard the Hon. Marcus Garvey preaching the new doctrine of a redeemed Africa, for Negroes in the motherland and Negroes abroad, there were several Negroes—the so-called elite, the so-called four hundred, the so-called educated and the so-called intelligent who said that the doctrine preached by Marcus Garvey may be all right as to the local activities of the association, whose objects he is trying to promote, but as to the ultimate objective of the Universal Negro improvement Association, the redemption of Africa, it can't be done. 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"The association continued its activities all down the limo and about everything attempted by the association there was a group which said, 'it can't be done.' And we still find that we have to contend, and contend very, very seriously with that can't group of Negroes. If 400,000,000 Negroes tonight could only eliminate from their vocabularies that word 'can't' in their belief that something can't be done, they would be doing much toward helping the accomplishment of that thing that they believe can't be done. The Pilgrim Fathers' Example When the Pilgrim Fathers set sail from the mother country, running away from religious persecution and seeking to establish a new religion as freedom, believing there was a country somewhere in the New World where they could exercise their ambition, if they had believed at that time and said to themselves that it could not be done, the United States of America would not be what it is today, but all thanks are due to the Pilgrim Fathers who believed that it could be done. And we-of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, we the loyal members who are not always pessimistic, but who have awaoping over us that wave of optimism as to the ultimate objective of the association and as to the belief that history will repeat itself, it is our opinion, it is our belief—and no one can erase that opinion from our minds—that as to the future of the Universal Negro In- provement A. *station*, as to the question of Africa for the Africans at home and abroad, we believe that it can be done. (Applause) "It cannot be done in the opinion of these Negroes who believe that nothing difficult can be done, and for them, it will never be done, but to those who believe that obstacles are but to be overcome it can be done and it will be done. March of the Tresolites March of the Israelites "When the children of Israel were on their march through the land of Egypt on to the Promised Land, there were a few doubtful Thomases who believed that the thing could not be done, but Moses, believed that it could be done, and under the leadership of Moses, directed by the Great Jehovah, even with many obstacles in their way—obstacles before them obstacles on either side and an enemy in pursuit—they pressed on, and the thing was done, in spite of the murmurs of some against the leadership of Moses. "And even though many members of the Negro race may murmur at times against the leadership of Garvoy, Garvoy, deep down in his soul, believes that, Africa can be redeemed, and many of his followers believe also that it can be redeemed. And so the Universal Negro Improvement Association tonight sends out the cry to the can't tolerate that 400,000,000 Negroes believe that, Africa can be redeemed, that they intend to redeem it, and that it will be redeemed. (Applause.)" Current Events "I wish to say to you, members of the Universal Negro Improvement Association, that you need at this time to watch the signs of the time and to take a peep at current events and you will for yourselves that no nation tonight is sleeping on a bed of roses. The United States is seriously engaged in assisting Nicaragua in the settlement of an internal dispute. On the one side is the United States lending assistance to one group, and on the other side is supposed to be Mexico lending assistance to another group fighting for power in Nicaragua, and heaven knows who is really behind the United States on the one hand and who is really behind Mexico on the other hand. And side by side with this we find things are not too comfortable in Europe and Asia. In China we find America's position is not very secure, and Great Britain's position is not very secure, and only time will tell the part Japan is playing behind the entire thing. Hon? Marcus Garvey's Warning "The Hon. Marcus Garvey has been peaching to Negroes now for eight years to wake up and take advantage of anything that may present itself in your march toward the redemption of Africa, but, be it said to our sham- many Negroes are still asleep; some still believe - Marcus Garvey - to be crazy, to be a fanatic. But I repeat that those Negroes who are content with saying that it cannot be done are an infiler species of the race. The only thing such Negroes believe can be done is crap-shooting and play- ing pool, but tell them about build- ing a nation, about forming a government, and their ready retort is, 'It can be done.' "Where are members of the Universal Negro Improvement Association first cane on the scene the word 'cant' came readily to our lips also, but, thanks to the teachings of Garry Vernay, we have obliterated that word, and we now say that if the white man of England can do it, if the white man of Germany can do it, if the white man of Belgium can do it, if the Italian man can do it, if the American white man can do it, if the Chinese man can do it, if the Japanese can do it, then the Negro can also do it, and I have no sympathy or respect for the Negro who tells me. It can't be done." BORN IN THE NEGRO "I believe that the Negro can do anything any other race or nation has done, and the sooner the Negro gets to realize that he is blessed with the same five senses as the other fellow, the better will his position be in the world; but so long as you believe it can't be done, so long will you remain the underdog, respected by no one. "So those that have not already, begin now and eliminate the word 'can't' from your vocabulary. And under the banner of the Red, the Black and the Green within the ranks of the Universal Negro Improvement Association and under the leadership of the Mon. Marcus Garvey and under the directorship of the Great Johovah, the members and officers of the Universal Negro Improvement Association are now saying that we knew that Africa can be redeemed, and we are going to do it or report to God the reason why." (Applause.) MR. CHARLES JAMES ADDRESS M. CHARLES SAMES ADDRESS Mr. Charles James, Gebond Vice-President of the New York Local, was the next speaker. He said: "As I hastened to the Chancellor a few minutes ago a little poem which I read some years ago ran in my mind. He want like this. "As on through life's journey we go day by day. From duty half-shift, every task he will shirk. No bread on his board, no meal in his bag. His house is a ruin, his coat is a raak. "And so as the Chancellor was speaking, that bit of poetry came on the and I felt very much inspired by that address. I am going to speak to you for a few minutes on 'What has the Universal Negro Improvement Association accomplished.'" "As we travel through the streets of the communities in which we live and we come in contact with people who are interested or uninterested in the Universal Negro Improvement Association: there is a question that is asked of us who have this programme at heart—men and women are inquiring today. What has the Universal Negro Improvement Association accomplished in the space of eight years?" Accomplished a Revolution "It is for you, my friends, who have seen the gleaming vision of an African redeemed, through no other source of channel than the Universal Negro improvement Association to answer them and say that if all the failures of the Association were to be counted, its gains and profits in turning the Negro right about from the wrong direction, bringing him back to his senses, letting him know that he is a human being, feeling him know that he is a man and must live where men must live, for outweigh any failures. If the Association has not accomplished anything else it has wrought a wonderful work in bringing the Negro race into a state of consciousness of self. "The Universal Negro Improvement Association, as we see it, is the only Negro organization that commands the unintended admiration of humanity, white and black. It is the only organization that commands the forces of humanity to obey its sentiments. It was the only organization that could organize a delegation and send it to the League of Nations, not asking for the independence of Negroes in America, not asking for the independence of Negroes in the West Indies, not asking for the African Negro's independence, but asking for the independence of 400,000,000 Negroes. An Epoohal Event "It was the Universal Negro Improvement Association that brought into being the first stewardship corporation in the Negro race. It was the Universal Negro Improvement Association that put the first black captain on a ship sailing the high seas, letting the white man know that Negroes were not only to be porters, that the women were not only to be sweepers of floors and cleaners of pots and pans, but that they were also capable of doing the big things of life. "It was the Universal Negro Improvement Association that brought the motherland fortitude to mind. We have been heating around the bush with our financial orders and our lodges, and we have seen that all they can do is take care of us when we are sick, bury us when we are dead and have us parade on the avenue decked out in tide feathers. But it was the Universal Negro Improvement Association that focused our attention upon our motherland, reminding us that we were originally Negroes, born on the continent of Africa, and preparing us to make ready to return there and live and enjoy the respect of men. "Am I...8in6epa" My friends, tonight as we sit here and view ourselves in the cradle of Negro liberty, as we voice our senti- Colds may be applied in a day. They can be prevented by taking the right help at the start. Millions of people have proved that The way is HILLS—a prosperity tition which combines for modern discoveries. It is quick, efficient and complete. It stops the cold, checks the fever, opens the bowel and tonnes the entire system. It is such an ideal method that we paid $1,000,000 for it. Colds rarely develop if HILLS is an hand to check them at the suit. They stop quick when HILLS is taken later. bind this out and you will never use a lesser help to colds. Be Sure It's HILLS Price 30c CASCARA QUININE GetRedBox unbound withperfruit ments telling the world that we stand uncompromisingly behind the leader at that organization which means, so much to black humanity, there is a thought which we should understand and that that 'Am I sincerer in the Universal Negro Improvement Association?' Do I mean what I say? That is the question, and you must answer it. For yourselves. No white man can answer it for you. No white man will cheer Marcus Garvey in his determination to face our race from bondage, but it is for us to show our appreciation of him by standing closer to the Universal Negro Improvement Association, believing that it is the only avenue of success for the Negro peoples of the world. Holding Up the Leader's Hands "I am asking you, my friends, in the few brief seconds left to stick more closely in the Association. It is yours. We may not be able to appreciate if fully because we are too near to it, but let us keep pace with the times. Let us be loyal to the Association and to its founder. Let us hold up the hands of the Hon. Marcus Garvey. It was Christ, the leader of the Christian movement, who said, 'If I be lifted up, I will draw all men into Me.' The Universal Negro Improvement Association cannot thus unless Marcus Garvey is held up as the burning burner guiding the Association to its destiny, and, my friends, let us hold the fort. keep up the right, and "the world will respect our attitude" (Ampiause). A VISITOR IS INSPIRED A VISITOR IS INSPIRED Mrs. Ima Alexander, Lady President, of the Philadelphia division, was next introduced. In a few well-chosen re- marks she expressed her plea to as- being with the splendid members of the mother division and assured her hearers she would take back to Phil- adelphia, which good one hundred per- cent with them, the Association and the Hon. Marcus Garvey, the great-inspiration which she had gathered sidle she was among them. HON. W. A. WALLACE'S ADDRESS Hon. W. A. Wallace, secondary general, was the next lieutenant. He said, "I will speak to you to remind on the subject, 'Some Wholeons' That Come Home to Roost.' I have an article here that has been given up to read which, I think, will be of great interest to everyone here assembled and which will give inspiration to you who have the ideal of nationhood for this race of ours which you remember the conditions under which the country occupies its article in written has been honoring, the strongholds and various powers and there, the sole unpaid staff, and no fourth. "The young Chipman has arrived, and this is the message that comes from him." The speaker here read an article which appeared in the New York Sunday American from the pen of Eunice Chen, foreign minister of the National Government in China, and which is reproduced on page two of this feature. Encouragement for Negroes Commenting on the article, Mr Wallace proceeded. "With the Chinaman awakened and determined to shed, as it were, his last drop of blood for the salvation of his country, giving a practical demonstration of what is necessary to save one's country, the Negro race, as numerous as the Chinese, should be encouraged all the more to hearken to the voice of Mangus Garvey as his teachers, 'African for the Africans at home and abroad'. "The various conventions that we have held here in Liberty Half from time to time have enunciated our program clearly, but there have been some who have failed to get the idea, to grasp the thought, and among those who have failed have been those who are classed as the 'super ten', and now that they have seen their mistakes they are endeavouring to enunciate it through other avenues. We are, however, glad that they are beginning to see the error of their ways. We know they would, for Marte Harvey told us long ago that the time would not be long when that would be compelled to yield to the truth. "And so we find today a statement coming from one of the foremost educators of Negroes. This is what Professor Kelly Miller says. Educated Negroes look for help outside the race and seek to stand in the cooling shade of the shadow of the white man institutions. That comes from one of the educated Negroes of today. He is indicting his educated brother for expecting the white man to give the race the things which will smell real motivation. He is telling his friend that, as Marrus Harvey said years ago, it is illly to expect the white man to lay at the Negroes feel the grand institutions he has built up for himself, the Negro must not expect the white man to pass over to the Negro the civilization and the population he has built up." Rothschild Francis, Victim of Persecution In Virgin Islands, Calls Upon U. S. Negroes to Aid Him in Fight for Justice and Fairplay Says Aim Is to Stille Freedom of the Press by Silencing the Emancipator, the Only Labor Organ in the Islands—Family of Five Suffering While the Oppressor Does His Work In the following letter addressed to the Negro Press of America, Mr. Rothschild Francis, the persecuted editor of The Emancipator, Virgin Islands, pleads for further steps to be taken to arouse public sentiment in his behalf, and recites some further acts of persecution which imperil his liberty: In your SYSTEM run down? In your BLOOD? "polarized?" In your BONE-MARROW WEAKNESS NEWYOUNES, DEPENDENT, DEFENDING MALAIA INDIHESTION, RILIERMATION, GOLDS, EXHANTION, JILN-DOWN Are you gifted? "THIRD" and "KNOCKED" out. Do you walk around without your MULTIUNIT? "THIRD" or "KNOCKED" out. Do you go around? I know yourself. Take a step away from the gravel! Come on! Dial: Send in your greetings. Medicine Tonik To the Negro Trees of America The manner in which I am per- scribed in the Vigilant Jailhands should not go unchallenged by you. Whiff American friends have given me free legal counsel, publicity and financial assistance to combat the oppressors down here. But this fight is bitter and long, and I need all the help possible at this moment. Just as I write it is rumored in No Discrimination On Account of Color, Says Pullman Co. WASHINGTON, Jan. 14. A demand by J. P. Harden of Chicago, a Negro lawyer, that the Fullman Company be ordered to pay him $2,000 damages because, as he alleged, an agent of the company released on July 5, 1923, to furnish him Fullman accommodations from Atlanta to Chicago, was effected in a decision under public index by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The action was brought by Harden under Section 2 of the Interstate Commerce law, which the commission pointed out, simply prohibits charging one person more than another for a like-and contemporaneous service. It was held that the refusal could not have violated this section and also that the complaint, offered in evidence in support of his claim for damages. Undue prejudice in violation of Section 2 of the law, the commission stated: had not been alleged or established by proof, and added further that "we are without jurisdiction to award penalty or exemplary damages." The action had attracted some attention, as Harden not only sought damages, but asked the commission to require that the "Pullman" company "cause and desist from such unjustly discriminatory practices" against colored persons, generally. The complainant's unsupported testimony was to the effect that a ticket agent at the Atlanta Union Station had refused to sell him a reservation and had told him to apply at the next ticket window. A second agent Hardon changed, although he had informed a ticket to a white person, informed him that "we do not sell Pullman tickets to migrants down here," and "in defensive and threatening language told the complainant to get away from the window." In the course of its decision the commission called attention to testimony in a somewhat similar case by the general agent of the Dugman company, who stated that the company made no distinction in favor of white passengers against colored and that colored persons were furnished with accommodations, provided they were available. PARIS, Jan. 12 — French has serving their year or year and a half in the army won't have to roll their own any more. Each soldier, under a new order, will get a package of twenty cigarettes every three days, instead of the customary package of smoking tobacco twice a month. The profit of the government tobacco monopoly can be seen from the price at which the authorities will sell those cigarettes to the War Ministry. TON Is your AIRTEM ran down? In your BLOOM dying up? Is your BODY drying up? Is your BODY INDULGENCE, RILKENATIONAL TONS? Are you a victim of COURAGE, ASSULTION? Don't wait! Take a step away from the gravel. Censure Medicine Tonik Price $125 BONOR The time you are in the house pone treatment over and I don't delay. Every day I carry against you if you are in a hurry and you can not. If you are in a hurry and you can not, I will cut out also the copy and sign it with it. Juggling No room und for all pub down condition at a topic of superior quality. It is stores manhand, builds up the pervious up the service and improves life worth Don't Wait Until You Are Ll Who has just the health, manhand and vise for a bottle. You'll never regret it 1 large, 16 oz. bottle..... 2 bottles..... Postage: 25c; Foreign Country COMBINATION DISTRIB 355 Lenox Avenue.,New Y Government Circles that the Third Circuit Court of Appeals have featured the papers in the last contempt case wherein I am sentenced to 30 days in prison and to pay a fine of $200 or serve 200 additional days in the penitentiary in St. Croix. I have written American friends to raise the money for the fine. Our poor people, we are putting on this noble fight for justice, are without work at present. So serious are the present aggressive fines placed upon certain people that Capitol Hill, Centre, centre had to introduce a bill in the Council to modify them. Scenically he has the support of a majority of the Council but the Naval Governor is imposed in the measure. He is quoted as having said that the judiciary must raise enough to support itself. Should the friends fall to raise this amount I will be compelled to remain in jail for 250 days. Under no circumstances will I ask the Governor to continue this sentence. You grant a principle is involved. What have I done to merit this persecution? I simply reproduced in The Enthusiast for a resource from the American Wall of Libraries I union of New York City without comments. This same response appeared in The New York Amsterdam News and other newspapers on the mailing. I am the head of a family of five who have suffered and will be made to suffer much more during my stay in jail. The authorities have done all they can to make me unhurt front. They have failed, and will continue to fall. Now they have applied the Roman rule of divide and rule. On the other hand, the voice of The Biminator must be silenced at great cost. A man who was once a member of the Working People Committee has been made to bring a civil suit against The Emancipator for $80 due him on notice with interest and a reasonable attorney fee. Eighty dollars may be a small sum over there, but it is quite a sum to raise here under present economic conditions. This man's attorney is the Police Judge, and the case will be heard by Judge George Washington Williams whose appointment I opposed in the press. I have written the International Labor Defense and asked them to raise that sum I have no reason to so that the official law in the Virgin Island will be imperiled while I am To Senator W. With the assistance of man Keigh I. With the help of the District Court I desire to identify the management of that court. I want you to demand an investigation by congress of this court and have this stenographer to certify. Likely the statement of Senator Wills that investigated government has broken down in the Virginia islands is true to say the least. The situation out there calls for relief. We are counting upon you to help otherwise our grievances will have been in action. Yours for the progress of the Race, RUTH'S CHILD FRANCIS. Editor. The Enamulator January 6 1927. 54 Thomas, V. L. L. W Nehaar Boc 47 Horn-to-Orange P. in New York, N. 5. It's a new World-wide and also the free-up and I am a I include with this coupon $1.22 It is not a good one to say friend-or relative to the full payment. This is guaranteed—my money you'd like to see me get a沧州 Pigeons write how many aticles you want. Name: _____ Address: _____ City and Size: _____ WHAT WE BELIEVE NEGRO IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION Marcus Garvey, Founder and President creams of a great Spanish-speaking hemisphere." Lodge and the leaders of foreign affairs rather than they were before the President submitted to him, and Senator Borah in dealing with Mexico and the Nicaragua of its point; still there is a large part approve of the American attitude of the domestic affairs of Mexico, Nicaragua, American States. That the United States with the Latin America warlike intervention in the domestic Nicaragua. The large States of Latin America with the smaller ones, which United States in settling their home and real Negro Improvement Association, numbers and well wishers in Latin America in the maintenance of peace and the United States. The trade and finance are of vast volume and moment, where should, unfortunately, come war matters nations are very proud and much to light the fires of destruction control. The give and take policy in the best and safest and most humane. DEGRADING LABOR IN AFRICA Most Indians have a profound contempt for European and American economic systems, long against the weak, the rich against the machine, and places the dekakes the dollar, but is denied by the one per share of the dollar. Everywhere richer and poor grow poorer, the law controlled for the most part by those who have little. The laws are made former as against the latter. The third upon equality, but this is far from when the cost of litigation is not covered. The wealthy litigant has one in most courts, especially those of higher jurisdiction are usually domination lawyers before they were made of legislators, of law makers. And they are instituted and operated to make consuming mass and they usually must be upheld in so doing by the court an invitation was extended to the Liberia, as there was plenty of work. That is a statement attributed to a Liberian one of those sponsoring the Liberia 2000; to 40 per cent. of the stock of goods to be asked to subscribe. That is about common laborer of China, the Philippines, countries, we are told, labor isaper to work it than to work machine has seen this to be true in Manila, who receive such wages for their labor themselves and families on any. The native wage earners in British rate of wages, while those in other are said to receive less South Africa a persistent effort has been to prevent native Negro wage earners from grades, which desire to reserve for killed work the native Negro is reduced and subjected to living and working in the condition of a wage slave. Negro is fighting the labor degradation of many, white workers. In war in British Africa will be fought, despite the right of the Negro native set out of their labor sufficient to sustain and the policy of the European white slave and degrade the Negro in his life and death struggle between what is caught the spirit of the Universalism and is learning to organize under what is just and fair in social, civil INSURE too easy, to consure The whys and where life we would be less we could be by what their own causes LYNCHING TOTAL 1926 Florida Runs True Day of 0 PENENT ASSOCIATION, Founder and President-General. Spanish-speaking union in the centers of foreign affairs in Congress before the President's special and Senator Borah's opposition to Mexico and the Nicaraguan situation there is a large public sentiment american attitude of aggression and of Mexico, Nicaragua and the United States has vast impact, the Panama Canal being the Latin American states concern in the domestic affairs of those large States of Latin America are smaller ones, which have felt the tingling their home affairs. PENENT Association, has a very large members in Latin America, who are aware of peace and amicable interne trade and financial interests of the time and moment, which would be curately, come war between them, every proud and sensitive, and it fires of destruction which it is and take policy in foreign relations most humane. BOR IN AFRICA. Profound contempt and distrust ofican economic system, which pits the rich against the poor, flesh and places the dollar above the is denied by the competitive system. Everywhere in Christendom now poorer, the law of supply and most part by those who have much. The laws are made and enforced the latter. The theory of the law but this is far from being true in litigation is not considered, and it healthy liigant has the advantage especially those of first instance, as are usually dominated by judges more they were made judges. The makers. And corporations have operated to make a profit out of all they usually make it, by fair or doing by the courts. Extended to the American Negro has plenty of work to be had at 24 is attributed to a Liberian cabinet, assisting the Liberian bank, capital of the stock of which American tribe. That is about the wage re- China, the Philippines and East are told, labor is so abundant as to work machinery. The writer true in Manila, Philippines. What wages for their labor live on? How many families on any such pittance? Learners in British Africa receive while those in other states of Euless. Intent effort has been made by the Negro wage carriers from engaging desire to reserve for white laborers. Negro is reduced to the smallest living and working conditions which wage slave. The labor degradation and has the white workers. It begins to lookaca will be fought strictly on the Negro natives to live on the sufficient to suffice their wants. The European whites to confiscate the Negro in his labor and living jiggle between whites and blacks. of the Universal Negro improve- to organize under his own leader- and fair in social, civil and economic LYNCHING TOTAL FOR 1926 IS SET AT 34 Florida Runs True to Form on Last Day of the Year. The Universal Negro Improvement Association believes that no white man is good and honest enough to govern or rule the Negro, and no Negro is good and honest enough to govern or rule the white man, because Nature made them ethnically separate and distinct; with their own selfish, respective, racial conceptis, idealisms, purpose and destiny. They are positively different and morally dissimilar. If the office however by laziness, neglect, indifference or greed thinks himself economically, politically, or otherwise, under the influence or dictatorship of the other, then he has forfeited Nature's claim and the right to universal respect and protection. By becoming a being without pride or self-respect socially, politically, economically or morally, he has contributed to his own weakness and delinquency, and any abuse or advantage taken of him should be tolerated because he subscribes to and encourages his own racial inferiority. who have dreams of a great Spanish-speaking union in the Western Hemisphere." President Coolidge and the leaders of foreign affairs in Congress are closer together than they were before the President's special message was submitted to them, and Senator Borah's opposition to a staff policy in dealing with Mexico and the Nicaraguan situation has lost much of its point; still there is a large public sentiment which does not approve of the American attitude of aggression and dictatorship in the domestic affairs of Mexico, Nicaragua and the other Latin American States. That the United States has vast interests in Latin America to protect, the Panama Canal being the most important of these, is well understood, but there is a deep undercurrent of public sentiment that those interests could better be promoted and protected by a mutual understanding and cooperation of the United States with the Latin American States concerned than by warlike intervention in the domestic affairs of those States, as in Nicaragua. The large States of Latin America are bound to sympathize with the smaller ones, which have felt the weight of the United States in settling their home affairs. The Universal Negro Improvement Association, has a very large number of members and well wishers in Latin America, who are vitally concerned in the maintenance of peace and amicable intercourse with the United States. The trade and financial interests of the two peoples are of vast volume and moment, which would be jeopardized if there should, unfortunately, come war between them. In all of these matters nations are very proud and sensitive, and it does not take much to light the fires of destruction which it is never easy to control. The give and take policy in foreign relations is still the sanest and safest and most humane. DEGRADING LABOR IN AFRICA. THE East Indians have a profound contempt and distrust of the European and American economic system, which pits the strong against the weak; the rich against the poor, flesh and blood against the machine, and places the dollar above the worker who makes the dollar, but is denied by the competitive system of his proper share of the dollar. Everywhere in Christendom the rich grow richer and poor grow poorer, the law of supply and demand being controlled for the most part by those who have much as against those who have little. The laws are made and enforced in favor of the former as against the latter. The theory of the law is that all stand upon equality, but this is far from being true in practice, even when the cost of litigation is not considered, and it can hardly be ignored. The wealthy liigant has the advantage over the poor one in most courts, especially those of first instance, and the courts of higher jurisdiction are usually dominated by judges who were corporation lawyers before they were made judges. The same is true of legislators, of law makers. And corporations have no souls. They are instituted and operated to make a profit out of the labor and consuming mass and they usually make it, by fair or foul means; and are unheld in so doing by the courts. Not long ago an invitation was extended to the American Negro to emigrate to Liberia, as there was plenty of work to be had at 24 cents a day. That is a statement attributed to a Liberian cabinet minister, who is one of those sponsoring the Liberian bank, capitalized at $1,000,000; to 40 per cent. of the stock of which American Negroes are to be asked to subscribe. That is about the wage received by the common laborer of China, the Philippines and East India, in all of which countries, we are told, labor is so abundant as to make it cheaper to work it than to work machinery. The writer of this article has seen this to be true in Manila, Philippines. What must people who receive such wages for their labor live on? How can they support themselves and families on any such pittance? But they do it. The native wage earners in British Africa receive about the same rate of wages, while those in other states of European Africa are said to receive less In British, South Africa a persistent effort has been made by the government to prevent native Negro wage earners from engaging in the skilled trades, which they desire to reserve for white laborers, while in unskilled work the native Negro is reduced to the smallest possible wage and subjected to living and working conditions which reduce him to the condition of a wage slave. The native Negro is fighting the labor degradation and has the sympathy and support of many, white workers. It begins to look as if the next war in British Africa will be fought strictly on the economic principle of the right of the Negro natives to live on the land and to get out of their labor sufficient to suffice their wants. The disposition and the policy of the European whites to confiscate the land and enslave and degrade the Negro in his labor and living is producing a life and death struggle between whites and blacks. The Negro has caught the spirit of the Universal Negro Improvement Association and is learning to organize under his own leadership and to demand what is just and fair in social, civil and economic government. With the building of a Florida station on the last day of the year, 1926, the total number of such deaths for 1926 was raised to 31. Thieves were 18 lynch mugs in 1926, 16 in 1924, 15 in 1923 al 1922, and 14 in 1921. The thieves al 1921, 16 was a work in which protested al 1921 when he received from an white woman long money for his work than he had agreed on. He had accused of insulting a white woman and was arrested by a mob of Walt Disney. Negro World T. THOMAS FORTNE MARCUS GARYBY NORTON G. G. THOMAS AMY JACQUES-GARYBY FLEUR W. REEVIL PROF. M. & FRIEHROV ERNAN P. MAIR SUBSCRIPTION DATES TO THE NEGRO WORLD Domestic Foreign Ong Year $2.50 One Year $3.00 Fix Months 1.95 Six Months 2.00 Three Months 75 Three Months 1.25 The Negro World does not knowingly accept questionable or fraudulent advertising. Readers of the Negro World are earnestly requested to invite our attention to any failure on the part of an advertiser to adhere to any representation contained in a Negro World advertisement. ENEMIES WITHIN AND ENEMIES WITHOUT. THFRE are always two sorts of enemies which individuals and organizations have to contend with. "The Bible classifies them as enemies within and enemies without, inferentially. "A man's enemies," it says, "are those of his own household," the inference logically being that if he has enemies within, there must be enemies without to co-operate with each other to accomplish the desired purpose. If we have no enemies in our own house, logically, we shall have no enemies on the outside of the house. Many of our Negro newspapers have been advising inembers of the Universal Negro Improvement Association to stop fighting among themselves. Much of the advice we regard as hypocritical but even so, with that which may be regarded as sincere, is worth considering. We have been doing too much fighting among ourselves and thus given our enemies clubs, with which to beat our heads. We have too much to do to add to all fighting among ourselves. The enemies on the outside are legion and we cannot successfully chuckmate and defeat them unless we are at peace among ourselves and united in the purpose to promote and protect the interests of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. Think it over THE BRILLIANT "WHY I AM A GARVEYITE" CONTEST We are sure the readers of The Negro World followed with interest and proft the brilliant "Why I Am a Garveyite" Contest, which came to a close in the issue of The Negro World of January 8. The contest was long drawn out, because there were so many who took part in it, but it was "a feast of reason and a flow of soul," as the saying is, not only to the comparatively few who took part in it but to the thousands in all parts of the world who read after the contestants and digested what they had to say with the same enthusiasm they would have carried into it as if they themselves had been the contestants. They were a part of it, a very important part of it, as the audience always is, for the controlling and convincing of the opinions for which all contestants strive, and the approval and applause of which is always sweet. And which of us does not appreciate approval, applause, for the work done, the service rendered? Few, indeed. It is as the spice of life, the absence of which would make striving without a purpose. Those who followed the contest faithfully, and who did not know before they began to do so why they are Garveyites had their knowledge enlarged and their faith sustained by the fervor and the earnestness of the essayists, who being convinced themselves, made it easy to convince others. The successful contestants were widely separated in time and place, but as one in devotion to President-General Marcus Garvey and the things in Negro life for which he stands. The first prize was won by Mr. Joseph Lloyd of Victoria de las Tunas, Cuba, and the second by Mr. Victor G. Cohen of Washington, D. C. "I am a Garveyite because he has taught me race consciousness, something I had lost for more than three hundred years." says Mr. Lloyd, and "he has demonstrated to the world that the Negro is capable of following his own elected leadership regardless of what others may say, declares Mr. Cohen. We are all stronger in the faith because of the reasons given by those who took part in the contest. In union there is strength, and in a multitude of counsel there is much wisdom." Those who stand together and take counsel among themselves have already won a great victory. ANGLO-AMERICAN AND LATIN-AMERICAN WAR CLOUDS THE good relations of the United States and Mexico have been greatly strained during the past ten days by developments in Nicaragua and the attitude of the Latin American States towards the aggressive attitude of the United States, which they resent as being imperious and not within the bounds of the international right of States to regulate their domestic affairs without outside interference and dictation. The attitude of the United States towards Mexico has been aggravated for Latin Americans by a special message to Congress by President Guilfidge, in which he alleges that Mexico has interfered in Nicaragua to the extent of aiding and abetting a revolutionary movement against the established government, with which the United States is in sympathy, and in which he stoutly maintains that the United States will go the limit in protecting American lives and property in Nicaragua. A well informed tone on Latin American conditions and opinion has the following to say, and to which President Guilfidge's special message gives additional emphasis to wit. "Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Salvador, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, all have felt the weight of North America's financial or naval power in one way or another in the last quarter century. "Latin America has seen the gradual encroachment of North American power and dominance into the South year by year. It has seen Cuba, Porto Rico, Panama, Haiti become, virtual United States dependencies, with indomitous new that Nicaragua is soon to go the same way. (From the Trenton (N.J.) Times) Sir...The imposing military display here on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Trenton, was remarkable to me in more than one respect, that is to say, there was no colored men participating except a chauffeur. The American policy with reference to the U. S. Navy presents a colored man being anything higher that a mess attendant, cook or coal passer now, but Philippines, Indians and Hawaiians are received on the same voting as whites, and some of those people were in the parade. Several of our colored citizens, and some of the more intelligent ones at that, consolled themselves with the thought, openly expressed, that there were no colored soldiers serving this country in the Revolutionary War. I beg use of this space to refer them, and white citizens as well, to the following books and publications, most of which can be found in our local public library: Nell on "Colored Patriots of the Revolution," Livermore's "Opinions of the Founders of the Republic on Negroes as Slaves, as Citizens and as Soldiers," Part II: William, "History of the Negro Race of American," Vol I, Chapters XXV-XXI; Washington, "The Story of the Negro." Vol I, Chapter XV; Rider, "The Story of a Rhode Island Slave Refinement In the Revolutionary War." A perusal of the above works shows that there were altogether about 8,000 Negro soldiers employed by the Americans in the Revolution; that there was an average of 35 colored soldiers, in each regiment, and that on the 24th of August, 1778, there were 775 Negroes under the immediate command of General Washington. Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York and Rhode Island furnished regular loytes of colored troops. They were found in all branches of the patriot army. Hessian officer, under date of October 5, 1773, wrote "The Negro can take the field instead of the master and, therefore, no regiment is to be seen in which there are not Negroes in abundance." Some of the most heroic deeds of the war of Independence were performed by black men. Samuel Lawrence, a prominent white citizen of Groton. Mass, led a company of Negroes at the Battle of Bunker Hill. Peter Salem and Solomon Poir, both Negroes, signally distinguished themselves at this battle, both earning, public recognition. Negro soldiers formed the bulk of the rear guard in holding off the British after the defeat at the Battle of Long Island, very few of them escaping death or capture. At the battle of Savannah, a regiment of Negroes and mulattoes, raised by Cunit D'Estalig at San Domingo, covered the retreat of the French and American armies, saving them from annihilation. Most of the men in that regiment later led the uprising, that drove the French out of Halti. In going about this State, I meet many colored families which boast of Revolutionary War heroes. I was lately presented with a mucket used by a colored soldier in the Battle-of Monmouth by one of the Conover family at Matawan. When LaFayette returned to this country in 1824, he openly expressed his regrets that the slaves in this country had not been freed a view of their service as soldiers in the Revolution. This letter is written merely for the purpose of correcting the historical outlook many of us get by, not setting all or most of the facts out of the more important events that historians have no space to record. HOW NEW YORK VISITORS AMUSE THEMSELVES That substantial entertainment is sought by New Yorkers and visitors to this city is shown by the fact that 2,070,065 persons wont to the American Museum of Natural History during 1925. This is a considerable increase over the 847,875 total of the years ago. Of all the exhibits on display, motorites, an official staged, seem to hold the greatest fascination for visitors. Gems and minerals are second in public favor and the big mammals third. In explanation of the tremendous interest in motorites, it was said that great curiosity was stimulated in astronomy during the last year, the celestion being one of the moving causes. The story and metallic visitors from outer space make a strong appeal to the imagination of every one. As he gazes upon or touches the pitched projects from worlds millions of miles removed, the visitor cannot but experience a thrill as he considers the vastness of the universe. While it might be supposed that gems would be particularly appealing to women, there are just as many men interested in that exhibit. Museum officials say there is a general knowledge as to gem values, making the display one that all can appreciate and that in addition to this the unusual forms and the coloration hold the crowds. The big mammal hall, with its skeletons of dinosaurs, baleen therium, mammoths and other terrors of young world days, is always a place of fascination. The even increasing attendance at the museum may be attributed to the greater curiosity of national science among children. Through long collections and slides, used in museum exhibits, it is estimated that between five and six million children the most interested in natural history. New York corresponds of the Public Library Public Library in New York. And in a plan for antique loss Plant the plant in the garden from the plant in the garden THE WORLD'S DEBTOR By S. E. KISER My efforts to be good are not Inspired by promised future bliss; There may be, as we have been taught A life for each man after this; I do not know how that may be; I hope, but have no proof nor sign; This knowledge, though, is given me; The life I am living now is mine. No other man can have my tears, No other suffer in my stead; My joys are wholly mine; my tears No other may presume to shed. No other man, however wise, Can claim my impulse for his own; The longings that my heart supplies Belong to me, and me alone. I claim no right to say that you Must turn from what I can't believe; There may be things beyond my view That you are able to perceive, And if your only purpose now Is to prepare for heavenly rest, I'll not attempt to tell you now To find the sturtest way or best. I'm busy trying to be fair To those with whom I'm dealing here, Not for a crown that I may wear, Or glory later to appear, But for the sake of what I know, And for rewards of heart and mind; I live, and there's a debt I owe That must be paid in being kind. HEALTH TOPICS By DR, M. ALICE ASSERSON Of the New York tuberculosis and Health Association Once more the importance of vaccination against smallpox is brought home to us. Recently an outbreak of seven cases was discovered in Brooklyn. Most of the cases occurred among people who had never been vaccinated. In fact, Dr. Louis H. Hairis, Commissioner of Health for New York City, has stated that practically all of the smallpox which has occurred in New York City in the last twenty years has been among people who have not been vaccinated. Smallpox is a dread disease—not only because of this suffering it causes those who contract it and because it is often fatal, but also because it often causes *hidous blemishes* on the faces or people who have suffered from it and Fecovered. Yet a simple thing like vaccination can make a person immune to the disease for a period of seven years. Vaccination does not hurt and is an easy thing to have done. If you have not already had it done, go to your doctor NOW and be vaccinated and have your children vaccinated. If you cannot afford to have it done by a private physician go to one of the city's Department of Health Clinics and have it done. Every child should be vaccinated as soon as possible after he is six months old. Then it should be done every seven years from then on. Frequently two or three vaccinations make a person immune to smallpox for the rest of his life, but he should have himself tested for immunity to make certain of this. Vaccination is very simple and does not cause suffering, yet it is of the utmost importance because it is the only way of making oneself safe from smallpox and of stamping out epidemics of this dread disease. My coat and I live comfortably together. It has assumed all of my wrinkles, does not hurt me anywhere, has mutilated itself to all of my formities, and is complacent to all my movements, and I only feel its presence because it keeps me warm. Old cents and old friends are the game thing.—Victor Hugo. EDITORIAL OPINION If we would do less talking about race pride and race patronage and put into practice these virtues a little more, we would be much farther advanced—Portland Advocate. It is well to undecceive oneself—to know that all the people cannot be fooled all the time—that one's inner feelings and purposes expose themselves when we think no one sees or knows; that many of the troubles we have come from broken confidence arising from softness, illness, misconduct. No man can serve two masters. Take stock of yourself. What are your assets? What are your limitations?—Star of Zion. *There is no relation in life where courtesy is out of place. It exaltes the highest dignitary, perhaps, even to a greater extent than it does the man who cleans the gutter. In bank, store, shop, on the common 'coasters, and wherever man comes in contact with man, he should exercise towards him gentle and habitual courtesy. It pays a fine if his blond 'Newport News Star' is of vital importance to the youth question to dispel the harmful 'What the user' attitude let there be something for youth to emulate. A stand-alone has been set in the spiritual world the economic world awaits our entrance - Poston Chronicle* Every calling is an opportunity for some form of mischief by which it is the grief. As such, mankind is a fundamental premise, the existence of mankind, and the need for mankind to be that of the future of mankind, so that the future of love and society, so that the future of mankind in guiding KISER d are not used future bliss; he have been taught in after this; that maybe; no proof nor sign; though, is given me; ing now is mine. The Average Span of Life Said to Be Greatly Increasing By Dr. Frank Grane Dr. Irving Fisher of Yale University says that the average span of life shortly will reach one hundred. Another scientist says it will be about seventy-five. There is no doubt that the average span of life is increasing. It used to be much smaller than it is. Most of our illustrious forefathers were old men at fifty. Now a man at that age is just in the prime of life. One of the modern problems is what to do with the flapper grandmother. She is being severely consonated by her granddaughter for being too lively. Nowadays a woman often "steps out" after she has passed the age of sixty. One of the causes of the increase of the average span is the prevention of disease due to researches by the use of the microscope, and by the efforts of medicien men. The ravages of yellow fever have been assuaged. Cholera and malaria have men mitigated, and the former plagues that used to bage, in cities have been done away with. It has been due largely to the increase in hygienic conditions in modern cities. Somebody called medievalism "civilization upon a dung heap." One of the things that strikes a traveler is the superior cleanliness of American cities and the attention they give to matters of sanitation. Time was when the water supply of almost every city was populated. Now the water supply of Rome and Naples is excellent. If people can be taught to live in hygienic surroundings, have plenty of exercise and sunshine, that proper food and keep their bowels open there is no doubt they will live longer. So far Bright's disease, hardening of the arteries and pernicious anemia, not to mention other diseases, have baffled the efforts of scientists. A now prevention of diphtheria, and one for measles, have been announced as probabilities. It might be mentioned here that much of the increase in the average span of human life has been due to the efforts of insurance companies. OF THE NEGRO PRESS Let the more fortunate show the less fortunate ones how to consolidate and stay consolidated. Let some of them get down in the rank whites they are best fitted, and learn first to follow, that they may become chosen and not self-appointed.—Red Bank Echo. Let us, one and all, do the things nearest to our hands with right motives and with a fearlessness of courage that will break the most determined and undermining opposition to causes right and righteous—National Baptist Voice. We must watch the progress of legislation and of appropriations for Negro education. We must mark the men for and against us and pay them in kind. To pay them in kind, every Negro in Missouri must first recognize that at the ballot box alone he is the equal of any other man.—Kansas City Call. A spirit of toleration does not necessarily imply co-operation or even the smallest amount of assistance it is but recognition that all humanity is fallible and that the presence of other views besides our own is only an indication that more than one person is capable of thought. Thought—all things should be welcomed and encouraged. All programs are based upon thought, and we desire to progress—Chicago Enterprise. The soul of humanity rings true to the heart of the heart because sometimes a little touch in the spirit of responsibility. Life in being days is born in travail and tired to memory, born in the glory of home. Love is the natural life of progress and the natural life of progress and the natural life of progress. EDUCATED NEGROES STANDING ALOOF FROM THE MASSES The Old and the New Generations Contrasted — Charity Complex Still Present—Looking for Help From Outside Race Rather Than Within In an article on "The Second Generation of College Bred Negroes," released for publication, Prof. Kelly Miller says, infer alia: "Broadly speaking there have been two generations of educated Negroes. For sharpness of differentiation, let us say that they are divided by the century mark, those graduating prior to 1900 represent the first generation, and those finishing since that date will represent the second generation. The two generations overlap and combine in many ways. Both comparison and contrast might seem inidious; they are both in the main the product of philanthropy and have the elemosynary complex. They look for help outside, the poor instead of from within. They both seek to stand in the cooling shade of the shadow cast by the white man's institutions rather than a place in the sun whereby they cast their own shadow. They both seek places on the white man's pay roll instead of making pay bills for others to seek. The chief function of the first generation was to demonstrate to the world that the race was capable of taking in the higher education; the second generation, must prove its ability to give it out. Up to nineteen hundred, there were probably fewer than one thousand Nugo college graduates—now there are ten times that number. Then a Negro college graduate from a Northern University was looked upon with admiration akin to amazement—now they are so common as to arpue no curious interest. The first generation had no background, scanty foundation; the second generation, a considerable amount of background and a cultural environment. The new issue is much more thoroughly educated in the letter, and technique than the older; but misses much of the power of the girl, and inspirations. "The call is to the surviving educated man and woman of the day, whether of the older or the new generation. They are challenged to meet the requirements of leadership and direction of the most estate involved in the possibilities of twelve million of their own race and kin. Have they the ability or the disposition to meet this challenge? Aloofness of Nogro Elite "In the first place the educated Negro has not yet been able to ascend the enthousiasm of the masses. The tasks which he essays does not in general appeal to the rank and file. Herein lies his greatest imbecility. For his function will remain unfulfilled until he projects his influence even unto the uttermost and the neithermost. The Catholic hierarchy reaches and stimulates the humblest Catholic in 'Christendom. The Jewish elite reaches and impresses every member within the household of Jewry. But the Negro elite stands separated from the mass life of his group by a gulf across which his influence scarcely leaps. most, easily chooses enthusiastic responses of the multitude, and yet they argue and sustain no, will popular emotion. Violent demonunciation of wrong with holding, out hope of desirability might be supposed to answer the slave to insurrection and the suppressed to rebellion. On the other hand, the pilots, the Pythianis, the Old Pellows and others whose leadership grows out of the masses, card their numbers by the hundreds of thousands and collect millions of money. In politics and industry we find the same lack of relationship. "It will not do for the college man to stand off in his impudent傲慢 and condemn the masses for failure to appreciate their exalted profiter of service. The masses have no educated merely mistrusts. The educated man and woman must devise some means and methods of reaching them, just as they are, without-one plus. Otherwise the higher education of the race will be pronounced a failure." Cowpuncher Sells Wife LANSING, Mich., Jan. 15—16th int. Whittake, compuncher returned to Kilo Mont, minus a wife Whittake sold his wife to a Lake re-sale for $60 he told the police. Tog the data is the he's over a lot of the time he is the two of the two who are the two who are the two Our friends see the host to use, and take care for our friends by that fact will forth the host from the host to take care for his fellowship. EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION BY "COMMITTEE OF TOO" Saturday, January 1, was a red letter day in New York at the First National Baptist Church, 85 East 128th street, where great crowds gathered for the celebration of the 64th anniversary of the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation. Thirty a great number of noted people representing various walks of life in the audience, Many of them familiar with the freedom fight, be present on this occasion, which was given under the auspices of the Convent of One Hundred, Greater New York. Despoise the inclement weather and very cold church edifice the onthungarian run very high. Splendid addresses were delivered by Major R. R. Wright, of Philadelphia, and Rev. J. Summers. (Continued from page 42) the equator are responsible, for the suggestion in the latter part of Mr. Wood's report that the League will center its deliverations on continued exploitation of weaker peoples, bearing in mind the traditional right of nations to commemorate competition "along peaceful lines," if the league intends to equally divide the spoils of the earth between its members, nor rather than peace would result. An International Mind The New, Negro, thanks to Marcellis Garvey and the Universal Negro Improvement Association, has developed an international mind. He cannot think of economics as seen from the League's viewpoint without thinking of the virgin soil and earthy deposits which are divine-gifts to his fellowmen in Africa, Asia, South and Central America, and the islands of the sea. He cannot think of peace without thinking of a nation of his own in Africa to demand peace. He cannot think of commerce without thinking of ships manned, operated and controlled by black men for black men. Heinks economics with unwarranted stereotypes metted out to natives throughout Africa and India, with mob violence throughout the United States, with starvation and poverty in the West Indies and Central America, with the unemployment of young Negro manhood and womanhood who stood by world democracy in all ages. To Each Hia Own No good will result from such a conference unless the teeming millions of Africans, India and China are taken into its confidence. Their homelands supply the necessities of the national life of Loango members. We do not desire that the white man be deprived of his rights in a guest, but we demand that, as such, he keep within the limits of those rights that are his to enjoy. The darker races of the would demand that the white man rule his own house in Europe and America and legislate for the safety and welfare of the members thereof. In the same spirit, they demand that the principle no applied to their house in Africa and Asia. Nothing could be more human. It is an understanding that would in no way radically affect our friendship or the economic and commercial relationship to be mutually agreed upon by treaties and covenants, providing that the laws, customs and traditions of one house are religiously observed by the other. Will Not Be Complacent So long as imperialism reigns, so long as force is applied to confiscate the rights and properties of weaker peoples for the upkeep and comfort of the strong, so long will the world be one oriental field of blood and regrets. The Negro has always lived at peace with his fellowmen, but those who believe that he will be peaceful in face of a brazen attempt to deprive him of the necessities of life, and to the extent of giving up his economic and racial rights to Africa, have yet another starting discovery to record in rural evolution. The New Negro is not going to sit down and allow imperialism to trump him aside. He serves notice on the League of Nations that any economic conference which involves the wealth and produce of Africa in null and void unless he is conceded in the equation. The late Lord Ayeburu (tirk John Lubbock) wrote in the *Milestone of internationalism*: "The religion of Europe is not Christianity but the war of war." What signs the League will take to keep war within the bounds of commercial plurality are not displeased, but it is not premature to say that they will offer rather than offset causes for war. Commerce is a friend of humanity, but war is great an enemy. One helps war by providing a collar to the War and commerce. History presents no greater autonomistic principle than those. How the League is going to bridge the chasm will afford interest for all those dedicated to peace and happiness. Noisy Eating and Fine Table Manners The main cause of bad teeth, may Dr. Boyd K. Gardner, of the Mayo dental clinic at Rochester, Minn., is an table manners. Eating soft foods, to avoid saliva and mossy mastication, works with our teeth. "Children," he says, "should be heard on well as seen at the table. They should have hard, substitutional toothpaste. They should have a toothbrush. Consideration he says. Our graves at bones and other hard, coarse leftries, and his teeth get plenty of excrement, and are in excellent condition. As clean as a boulder tooth, it is a good amuse-ment, but pet dog food on delicate, careful foods, usually has defensive BY ERNEST E. MAIR Business Manager When anyone applies for the agency, of the Negro World the first thing we do is to look up" his neighborhood in our books and see if there is any agent already there. If the district is already properly covered we refer him to the agent there who may use him as a sub-agent. If there is no agent in that place who send him a copy of our form-letter "instructions" for the Guidance of Agents." In this letter are stated the rules he must live to if he wants the agency. live up to it if we owe the agency, who who knows his own mind would read these and if he can't agree with us either write and say so or leave the matter, alone. We find-how- over, that a good many people will take up the agency and start from the very beginning to ignore these rules. For the benefit of both the agent and the office staff we will take these rules-one by one and try to explain their true, meaning in simple words. The rules follow: (1) THE PRICE OF THE NEGRO WORLD This rule has only to do with price and will not be set down here for obvious reasons. But the last sentence reads 'Payments must be made in advances.' So we good agents ignore this completely. But they With temporary headquarters at Lever House, on the Embankment, London, the new International Institute be African Languages and Culture is now actively beginning its work. Professor Laurence Dolfessos of the University of Paris, a former Governor of West Africa, together with Professor Dierdier Westman, the language authority of Borla University, are the joint directors, and when they are unable to be in London Major Hans Vischer, who has been giving a great deal of his time recently to organizing the institute and to vice-chairman of the committee, the selegency of the African Education Advisory Committee at the Colonial Office and was a Director of Education in Nigeria. Since the preliminary meetings in June at which the African Society, the Colonial Office Education Committee, Academic des Sciences Coloniales (Paris), London School of Oriental Studies, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Anthropologie (Berlin), the South Africa Advisory Committee on Bantu Studies, and the Protestant and Roman Catholic Mission were represented, invitations have been issued to other associations to appoint representatives to the governing body. These include the 'universities' of Oxford, Cambridge, Cairo Town and Wilwatersian. Mr. Waltersian Ligard in the chapman of the institute, and on the executive, committee, are Professor Larry Bruth, Major Sir Humphrey Loggert (honorary treasurer), Mr. J. H. Oldham, Rev. E. W. Smith and Professor A. Worner. Major Vischer says he is gratified at the manner in which commercial concerns, as well as the learned societies and missionary bodies, both hero and on the continent, and in America, are appreciating the value of the new organization as a means of enabling them to understand the real mind of the African. The British Government, by the way, is already making use of the Institute by inviting Professor Westermann to visit the Gold Coast in January or February of the coming year, so that he may advise the Government on certain important questions regarding orthography and local vernaculars. Gold Coast Times. Dominions Must Act On King's Title Change LONDON (U.P.).—Although the Imperial Conference concluded that the King must have a new title, it will probably be many months before the chancie becomes legal. The King's title cannot be changed except by act of Parliament, but in this case an act of the British Parliament will not be sufficient. An identical act must be passed by the parliament of every dominion and of the Irish Free State before the new title can become effective. George V. is now King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and of the British Dominions Beyond the Seas. He is to be the King of Great Britain, Ireland and the British Dominions Beyond the Seas. The new title will better suit Ireland, but the very night-modification entails considerable troubles. School Reforms Gypsies, Old and Young Ones HURSTWOOD. Surrey, England, Jan. 12—Twelve months in the special school started for them in this Surrey village has worked wonders for children of gypsies in the neighborhood. They started heart-toothed in untidy clothes and none-too-clean faces, but soon became intertwined enough to wash up. Now the girls appear in neat clothes, holed, bearded and in some cases, with manicured nails. The older gypsies, too, are showing a desire to learn by attending a night school started especially for their benefit. The boys display considerable skill in craftsmanship. To be rich in friends is to be poor in nothing—Whiting. should remember that we do not demand, as most papers do, a deposit to be left with us equal* at least to the price of three issues. Many of our杜鲁ke who moun* well have not the money for a deposit and so as not to stand in their way we wait this Under the heading "Payments" we toll agents that though we expect payments to be made every week we allow papers to go on credit for a week, or two where payments come in late. This is the rule, but in normal practice it all depends on the man. An agent who has acted reliably over a long period is of course given extra consideration when he finds himself in difficulties. (2) WEEKLY REPORTS We have forms for this purpose which will be supplied on request and postal cards for ordering a change in supply. Agents should moll their weekly orders so that they reach the office by Saturday of every week. We especially ask them to use the forms we supply for making weekly reports as it saves us a lot of extra work at headquarters. Next week, we will complete the series with an article on the important phases of circulation and advertising, at which time we will re-visit to had debts and their effect on our present-policies, which grow out of the conditions produced by delinquent-accounts. WASHINGTON, Jun. 18. Life insurance approximating about $115 per capita is now carried by color people in the United States; but this amount approximately $1,150,000,000 is carried by white companies; one of these companies being credited colored risks totaling $900,000,000 according to a report in the National Association, which represents 22 companies. The average per capita insurance for all classes is about $870. The above statement clearly emphasizes the fact that the members of our racial group are just awakening to the importance of insuring their lives for the benefit of their posterior, and it also reveals a new field of activity that has been open to lightly explored, a field that opens up an endless field of opportunities to our submerged group whose economic status and advancement are largely dependent upon the establishment of such financial resources through which we may finance at reasonable interest rates our home-buying and our business activities. It is the solitary duty of every Negro to take out an industrial or a life policy in a company that is owned and controlled by members of his social group. C. P. B. "Shylock".Was a Jew LONDON—Shylock was not a Jew, and Shikunsphere was instrumental in spreading a gross standard of the Jewish race, said Mayer Landi, Jewish author, instructing today botor the Jewish-Historical Society. Landa declared he had traced Shylock's origin to the anonymous thirteenth century English poem, "Curor Mundit." This poem he described as portraying the insistence on the "pound of flesh" a mutilation which Landi contended was unknown in Jewish law or tradition, but practiced under early English law. "Moreover present I will despair the blemish of my own life, and I will not be able to burton of Kogawa City, was terribly myroung, and subject to persecution of terrifying men, and to the cruel torture of another of a beautiful little daughter in a husband. I believe hundreds of other women would like to know the secret of my manhood, and to know the marriage women who will write run." Mrs. Illustration would be an antidote to Anthony W. Wheeler, who nothing should be addressed to in her. Margaret H. Correspondence will still be strictly confidential. U. N. I. A. Members Have. Cast. Out. Doubt (Continued from page 3) for the benefit of his own people, and must look for salvation in the direction of the program of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. **Liberia's Predilection** Again we have another article in another paper concerning the country of Liberia, in which the Universal Negro Improvement Association had concession for occupying and developing. The article says: Liberia, in other words, is in the grip of Firestone. The American Government will pither in all conscience preserve the independence of Liberia from the ruthless hands of exploitation of capital that will be concerned, not in the progress of her people but in the production of rubber, or America will send her army and move to the Firestone, whichever at Monrovia to protect that exploitation. "Are not these the same warnings that the Hon. Marcus Garvey issued to the world at large when the invasion of Liberia took place? But the artillery could not see it at that time; they could not grasp the great vision of this great leader; they could not catch the purpose for which he had been sent into the midst of the Negroes, but preferred to stand aside and knock and criticize and try to be heard down and diggery the things he was trying to do for the benefit of Negroes the outposts on the coast and谅解 they say that if what dominion and谅解 are not used by the Liberian nation, the United States will send her army, and navy. My Friends, another chicken comp to honour, "In you another paper this appears: 'Now Liberia will have to produce power generators and more mechaplains, tradesmen . . . and shrewd, business minds.' This comes from another of our Negro newspapers. When Marcus Gervoy was telling the Negroes of Amurea Now is your opportunity to go into Liberia with your tradesmen and your macha-li- and so forth and help to build up that country," they laughed him to acorn, but only now they see the wisdom of his advice when the white man has gone in and spread the propaganda for the capitalists; only now they see Liberia must put down low-lit haphazard villains and get down to real business—only now, when it is almost too late. Little Negro Business "We know from information that has come to us that only one-half per cent of the business conducted in Liberia is conducted by black men. All the rest is controlled and conducted by the white man, and yet it is a black man's government; yet for seventy-five years it has been under the control of Negro presidents, attorney general, and so on. all the way down the line, and they did not have enough initiative, they did not take sufficient interest in their own welfare and preservation to have behind their government an industrial and commercial background, but had to wait to welcome the greedy and wido-awake white men "And so the Hon. Marcus Grey has given to the world a wonderful message, has given to Negroes the great idea, that if you would achieve you must not expect it from the outside, but you must strive to accomplish by virtue of the forces on the inside. That is the great and inspiring idea of the program of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. And the sooner Negroes everywhere embrace this idea the speedier the day of our salvation will be ushered in." (Applause.) Australian Papuan Men Destroying Their Race SYDNEY, New South Wales, Jan- 24. A report that the Papuan natives are hurrying the destruction of their race day virtually marking slaves of their women is brought back by Frank Anstey, Federal labor leader, from the Papuan gold fields. Native mon, he says, are loading little, wily men with pulses, weighing up to 130 pounds when they are forced to loads through mountainous country and generally treating them as slaves. He tells of how many women, unable to bear the burden, are left lying by the roadside. BROWNSVILLE, Tex., Ann. 9.—A building here with at intervals was the home of U. S. Grant, Zachary Taylor and Robert E. Lee and later was the headquarters from which Porfirio Díaz, for many years' president of Mexico, launched his successful revolution, being demolished to make room for an apartment building. A Remarkable Method That Has Come to the Rescue of Asthmata, and Checks the Today Worst Attacks — Sand Today for Free Trial. If you suffer with those terrible attacks of Asthma when it is cold and damp; if you choose an ife each gain for breath was the very least, don't fall to the trap; if you choose a free trial of their remarkable method, make master where you live or whether you need any faith in any free trial. If you have suffered for a lifetime and tried what you thought was the best skill known to cope with your disease, make the attack of Asthma, if you are discharged beyond hope, send for this free trial. NEGROES OF WASHINGTON Come and hear the greatest Negro woman of her race Hon. LADY HENRIETTA VINTON DAVIS Fourth Assistant President General of the Universal Negro Improvement Association January 18 and 19, 8 p. m. McKinley Memorial Baptist Church Fourth and L Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. REV. S. G. LAMPKENS, Pastor Under Auxpices of The Washington Division, 183 BILL TO BROADEN WOOD'S POWERS IN PHILIPPINES Increases, In-Salaries for High U. S. Officials — President Coolidge Reported Determined That U. S. Shall Exercise Full Sovereignty Over Islands (From the New York American) WASHINGTON, Jan 15. Members of American sovereignty over the Philippine Island. Who are engaged in espi- pine expeditions? Against American surrender? Against the White House White Calvin Coolidge, is President of the United States. Doomed also to disappointment are Republican lame ducks, here or elsewhere, who would like to be provided with new places on the Federal payroll and in the market for any job President Coolidge will give them, whether it be in continental, United States, or across the Pacific in the Philippine Islands. Instead of outing Governor-General Woods or Inspector Auditor Wright either to placate the Marina oligarchy or to provide for the Washington lame duck brigade, President Coolidge is importing legislation reinforcing the authority of the Governor-General, curtailing the authority of the Inspector Auditor, increasing the number of their expert assistants and giving to them and to the Vice-Governor-General and members of the Philippine Supreme Court the adequate salaries that they should have had long ago and satisfy need today. Taft-May Baok Bill A bill embodying the recommendations of the President on Philippine affairs submitted to Congress in his last annual message, and providing for the salary increases which President Wilson and Secretary Balaro revoked at the time, the Jones law became the organic act of the Philippines in 1916 will be introduced in the lower House of Congress within a fortnight by the representative Edward R. Kless, of Pennsylvania, chairman of the Committee on Regular Affairs. Chief Justice Taft, it is hoped, will consent to appear before the appropriate committees of the Senate and House of Representatives in support of the proposal to give his successor in the Governor-General and in the Philippine Court; the increases in salary which the Chief of the Bureau of Insular Affairs, Major-General Meintyre, urged upon Congress as far back as the Wilson administration with the full approval of the President and Secretary of War. Of great assistance was the appearance of the Chief Justice before the committees of Congress at the time they were considering the bill recently enacted into law increasing the salaries of the members of the Federal Judiciary. Nobody in Washington is more keepy aware than is the Chief Justice of the importance of giving adequate salaries to the representative of American sovereignty at Manila as well as to the Chief Justice and Associate Justices of the Supreme Court of these islands. For *to the opposition of certain Republicans the salary scale for the Philippines*, which the Administration today, would have been provided in the Government general, whether Republicans or Democrats, has been compiled to spend all his salary, and some times more than his salary. In order to administer his high office in a manner commensurate with his responsibility and with the expectations of the tives of the islands. The new Kless bill will provide for the payment of the "salaries of the Governor-General, Vice-Governor General, Insular Auditor" their expert assistants, and members of the Supreme Court, not out of, Philippine funds, but out of taxes collected on the sale of Philippine products in the United States. 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Box 14, Hamilton Grange R NEW YORK CITY WASHINGTON, 'Am. 15.—Sir Edward Thornton of South Africa recently stated that in Nigeria there is a hospital of two hundred beds, which cost $1,250,000, and which is the "most perfect and most hospital in the world." Sir Thornton had returned from a tour of the British French and Portuguese colonies of Africa. He found that: Liberia had no public health administration at all. "Theo. French Government," Sir Thornton says, "in return for imposing conscription on her colonies, has undertaken to bring to them a public inoculation administration, with medicines within reach of every native. The cost of putting 'white physicians into the colonies would have been enormous, and the French therefore had to educate the natives to be physicians. Consequently, a system of auxiliary native physicians has been perfected, whose medical certificates are valid while in Governmental employ. There are now 75 native auxiliary physicians, 600 nurses, and about 60 midwives. In addition, a national medical school coating $2,600,000 bills has been created in Nigeria." — C. I. B. YOUNG BLOOD How I Keep Feeling Young and Vigorous at Nearly Sixty "I am near 60 years, but I feel as young as I did at 80. I take a cupful of Bulgarian Herb-(Blood) Tea once or twice a week. It keeps me healthy and strong and keeps me feel young again." said J. H. Vom Rohlick, pro- ninent manufacturer of Pittsburgh, Pa. If you are Constipated or have Bloody Mouthmast, Liver, kidney or Stomach pain, you need food and energy to perform your work. You need this great blood herb tonic to bring you back to health and happiness. Why not feel 10 to 80 years younger? Just to break-up a bad cold quickly, Bulgarian Herb (Blood) Tea is worth ten times its price. The rich herb juices, taken hot at bedtime, heat up the chilled blood stimulate the chill, the poison gums out of your system. Go to your Drugestil and ask for Bulgarian Herb (Blood) Tea. In the morning, don't indulge anything else, but Bulgarian Herb (Blood) Tea. And remember, if your druggist is out of it, I will send it to you by mail postpaid. You can do it by Von Schick, President, 800-200-1000, Von Schick, Pittsburgh, Pa. President Diaz Offers Peace Plan; Would Hold Parley Under U. S. Auspices—Says President Coolidge Saved Nicaragua from Horrors of Bolshevism Trend Is Now Toward Peaceful Policy and No Break with Mexico—Arbitration Also Mentioned (From The New York Times) WASHINGTON, Jan. 15. - While the Sonate today again discussed the Mexican and Nicaraguan difficulties, the most striking contribution to the situation was an address of President Adolfo Díaz of Nicaragua to the American people, in which he proposed terms for amnesty adjustment of the difficulties between the Government and the Liberal Party faction headed by Juan Sabeas, who contends that he is the constitutional president of the Central American Republic. In his address cabled to the Nicaraguan Legation, President Díaz says that "the decision of President Coöldafo's Government will spar Nicaragua' the horrors of Bolshievism,' lawlessness, religious persecution and general retaliation." In then invites the Liberals, who, no assets, "bring out of from their Mexican military allies, are without means of carrying on their movements to ultimate success," to a conference to consider an amicable settlement upon conditions which would leave Diaz in control until his term expired in December, 1925, bring Liberals into executive and judicial posts during the present Diaz regime, and permit Liberals to be elected to Congress without context in districts where elections were not held on account of the revolution. President Diaz also proposes to hold general elections in 1925 under American supervision; have the Diaz Government purchase the Liberal firearms, and, when peace is established to make an effort to obtain a "large loan" in the United States for the construction of a railway to the Atlantic Coast and into construction of highways. He proposes further that the Nicaraguan National Guard be reorganized under American officers and non-commissioned officers to be used solely as a police force. --- Senate Debate Desultory The Senate debate concerning Mexico and Nicaragua was desoluted and without much animation. Again the policy of the Coolidge Administration was defended and attacked. No definite progress was made, however, in the direction of taking action on any of the several resolutions aimed to uphold or condemn the activities and the purposes of the Administration. Most of what was said was academic in so far as it brought Congress any neerer to expressing itself formally with reference to the Administration's dealings with the two Latin-American countries. Senator Walsh, Democrat, of Montana, took Senator Heflin of Alabama, another Democrat, to task for his charge in the Senate that the Catholic Church, through the Knights of Columbus, was seeking to involve the United States naval with Mexico. Mr. Walsh expressed confidence that Mr. Heflin "has listened to information of an altogether unreliable character." Whereon Mr. Heflin repeated his charge and served notice that he would address the Senate later lengthy on the subject, presumably later in the day. Then Mr. Heflin went to lunchson and when he was out of the Notice Notice Notice "DISTANT ECHOES!" Engage beforehand a copy of "DISTANT ECHOES" A Book of Poems by GEORGE A. B. HENRY Now Going Through the Press of The Colored Poetic League of the World 179 Northampton Street BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Do not allow the chance to slip you! Make sure of a copy of the first edition of this book, There is money to "THE NEGI We give our agents a very liberal, your community, YOU can become CIRCULATION THE NEGI 56 West 1 NEW YO THE BIGGEST THING IN THE LIFE OF THE NEGRO SEND IN YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS FOR UNIVERSITY! chamber Senator Curtis, the Republican floor leader, gave a touch of humor to the situation by moving that the Senate go into executive session, So that when, Mr. Hoffin returned to the chamber, he found himself invited closed doors that prevented him from making himself heard by the excluded newspaper, representatives and spectators. Before the executive session Senator Gillett, of Massachusetts made a speech in which he defended the course of the Administration in Nicaragua. Sonder Norrals of Nobraska indulged in some technical comment on Secretary Kellogg's allegations of Bolshiev Government and closed his remarks by reciting a barody which closely paraphrased James Whitcombe's White Room: "The Gobblins Will Gift You If You Don't Watch Out", with Secretary Kellogg apparently intended to play the part of "Little Giphant Annie", the hired girl who frightened the children with her tales of goblins. In the House Representatives Harrison, Moore and Lowery assigned the Administration's Latin-American policy, Mr. Lowery describing the Secretary of State as "violent and irrational" and Mr. Moore suggesting that the President get rid of Mr. Kellogg. Crisis Balloon Collapses Under Newspapers' Fire WASHINGTON, Jan. 16.—Generally the atmosphere surrounding the Nicaragua-Mexico middle has disared considerably. A week ago it appeared as if direct intervention is Nicaragua was imminent and the trend was strongly in the direction of withdrawal of Amissador Sheffield from Mexico. These things are, of course, still possible, but neither is likely in the near future. In fact, the tendency is all the other way. This welcome change is due to the reaction of public sentiment; the country waked up to the danger when it read President Coolidge's message, bristling with references to Mexico in explanation of our course in Nicaragua. The recoil from a crisis was increased by Secretary Kellogg's brief on Holoshevism. Friendly Newspapers Oppose The news and editorial columns of the newspapers, among them many that are ordinarily strong supporters of the Republican Administration; aroused, directed and informed public opinion until the crisis balloon collapsed. Editorialists from The World were referred to in the Senate and two of them were read into the Congressional Record by Senator La Pelletier. The demonstration of the feeling of the country had its repercussion on Congress and on the Executive as well. Senator Borah Today answered the argument adduced on behalf of the Administration's Central American policy, that as we are in the Nicaraguan mess there is nothing to do, but go through with it; that is, to persist in the support of President Díaz and choke the Sacca faction. The Chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee says that what we should do is to withdraw recognition from Diaz on the grounds that he is seeking to draw the United States into a war with Mexico. Mr. Borah's suggestion in the Senate the other day was that another election should be held in Nicaragua, under the protection of the American marines, and that this country should accept the result of that election. Diaz Won't Yield Office $^{2}$ President Diaz's proposal of yesterday, amounts to a refusal in advance of such a solution as he stipulates that he should finish out his term, though he is willing to allow the Liberal (Sacasa) party representation in the Cabinet and in Congress. "There is nothing in the Diaz state- mont which can afford even a busier for adjustment. said Senator Borah today. "He asserts that he is to remain as President until 1920, but is willing to have an election in 1922. The regular election would take place in 1928 in any event and there is no change in the attitude he assumed when an effort was made to get together at the conference on American war vessels. He insisted at that time that above everything he must be President. He insists upon the same conditions now. No compromise is possible upon that basis." "Statement Shows Diaz Unfit" "This statement further shows Diaz to be unfit and unsuco as President of Nicaragua. He makes every effort through false and exaggerated statements to involve us in trouble with Mexico. His interests would be served by having this Government at war with Mexico, and he is using every means to bring that about. Our Government ought to withdraw its recognition of Diaz." "Revoking recognition of the Diaz Government would be exactly contrary to every position taken by President Coolidge and secretary of State Kellogg, which perhaps indicates how wide the gap has become between the Executive and the chief of the powerful Senate committee." While the Senate has nothing officially to do with the direction of international affairs short of a treaty or declaration of war, the moral effect of a repudiation of the President's policy by the Senate would be tremendous. The President's recent summoning of Democratic leaders and his appeal to them for patience until he is able to work out a solution of the Latin-American troubles tells how vividly he appreciates the situation. Neither Side. Ready. For Test Neither side is really ready for a definite test to the Senate. Most of the regular Republicans naturally are with the President. There are perhaps a dozen Progressive Republicans of varying degrees of insurgency who agree with Senator Borah. The Democratic lineup is uncertain. The more radical their, like Senator Wheeler of Montana, Senator Dill of Washington and a few others, are openly hostile to the policy which they say means simply a drifting from an embarrassment into a crisis. Senator Heilin of Alabama is chasing the phantom of a Catholic plot to drag this country into war as diligently as Senator Kellogg is pursuing the spectre of the Bolshevik monarch. The majority of the Democrats, while deploying the situation into which the Administration has brought us and hoping, that some means will be developed to avoid an open rupture with Mexico, are chary of declaring themselves. For one thing they are afraid of being accused of taking advantage of a national crisis to embarrass, the President, and so are content to sit on the siding and permit the Republicans to fight, it out themselves. GIVE ALL-RACES AN EQUAL CHANCE," SAY STUDENTS Great National Gathering Sets New Record for Liberal Thought and Attitudes MILWAUKIE, Wis. Jan. 8.—Gathered here in a great national conference December 28-January 1, twenty-five hundred boys and girls representing every State in the Union and hundreds of institutions, gave earnest consideration to the question of race relations, and on the final day by an almost unanimous vote adopted the following: "I am willing to give to the members of every race the same opportunities that I have." The opposite view was then submitted; "Rearing some races as inherently inferior to my own, I fear keeping them in their places," and received only eleven votes. On a previous day: Dr Mordecal Johnson, president of Howard University, had delivered an address and conducted an open forum on race relations, which was followed by group discussions in which the whole conference participated. Dr Johnson made a very favorable impression, as did also Ross Howard Thirman, of Oberlin, Ohio, who spoke on another subject. At no previous conference of like character had the delegates gone so far in their thinking about race or reached conclusions so liberal and so nearly unanimous. Among the students present were representatives of thirty-odd racial and national groups, including many Negro students. The hotels of the city were open to all delegates alko and the relationships between the various groups were uniformly considerate and cordial. Other subjects featured on the program were war and industry, but on those conclusions reached by the students were not, nearly so unanimous. The proposition, "I will not support any war" got 327 votes; "I am ready to support some war but not others" received 74; "will support any war that is declared by the authority of my country" got 95; while 386 started that they were not ready to commit themselves. CIVILIZATION AND THE AFRICAN CHINA WARNS U. S. AND EUROPE on the assumption that Peking is entitled to, and can speak for the Chinese people will find its policy resting on quickskill. Manifestations of that change of attitude are shown on the part of the principal Pacific powers chiefly by incidents relating to policy and acts of the British Government. It hardly can have been a coincidence that the retiring British Minister to China, Sir Ronald MacLeay, arrived in Shanghai at the same time that Miles Lansing, the new British Insister, did, and in addition to the next ranking official in China, Sir Sydney Barton, Consul General at Shanghai, that two or three other British canadular officials from treaty ports near by were present. Mr. Lampson left London a few weeks ago and it was officially stated that he came charged with the latest state of mind of Downing Street about the China problem. Mr. Lampson traveled via Japan, and it is believed that he conferred with the Topio Foreign Office on this subject. Reversal of British Policy A result of these conferences and of Mr. Lampsons arrival is what amounts almost to a voile face of certain extremes of British policy here. In public utterances Mr. Lampson vigorously denied that the British Government has any intention of wish to "intervene" in China or to mould with China's internal disturbances. That must come as a shock to a large section of British interests in China which have tried to bring about a military intervention, by the principal powers in unison, and, if that was impossible, a separate action by Great Britain. Mr. Lampson said plainly that intervention is not to be thought of, and that action of the British Government in China will be limited to protection of British residents only when they are attacked or menaced with violence. That, however, is not the more significant point in these recent evidences of a new British attitude. Intimations of Mr. Lampson's public utterances, supported by the tone of leading British newspapers in China, and also editorial comments of some London newspapers which have been telegraphed out here, tend directly toward a "recognition" of the Cantonage Government as de facto in Middle and South China. "Redness" of Canton Fading Out This logical development puts the British here in an equivocal position. For the past year or more the British press has taken a hostile tone toward the Canton regime, has labeled it a "Red" Government under the influence of Soviet, Russia, and has predicted dire effects to follow every extension of its authority. At the same time the British press in China has clamored continuously for organization of a stable (meaning conservative) national Government in this country. Now there is a prospect that a Government activated by extreme nationalism will obtain power in the larger part of the country; but this seems likely to be not at all the kind of Government which the British and most other foreigners wanted. The word "red" formerly used in newspaper headlines to describe the Canton regime is being drapped and a respectful manner of referring to it adopted. Canton may be red, or may be only pink, or it may have been willing to appear red or pink in order to get financial and other help from the Soviets. But if it obtains control of the larger part of China it becomes a thing which must be dealt with, regardless of its political shading. Mr. Lampson's unusually free speech about these delicate matters is probably meant as much, and perhaps more, to notify the British in China of their real position and what they can expect of their Government as it is meant for Chinese ears. For one thing, it probably will cause the British press In a special number just issued of the "International Review of Missions," several writers of repute discuss "a problem entirely novel in history"—the relations of white and "black" in Africa, and the gains and losses which have accrued to the native races from contact with Western habits and ideas. The benefits and evils arising from white occupation, placed side by side, form an intensely interesting, thought-mimicking document. The former are loinclly set out by a director of Paris mission as being "the suppression of cannibalism of human sacrifice, of incessant warfare and slavery," as well as "peace and security gradually established, introduction of roads and railways, trade, education and medical service, all leading to greater prosperity and well-being." To the Briton at home the picture would appear gratifying as a proof of ample making capacity but it represents, unfortunately, only one corner of a big panorama. Two vices of white society, alcoholism and prostitution, occur in the terrible picture of social conditions in the natives of the Rwand, the great gold and diamond area. Figures are quoted showing that the native infant death-rate in a Rand in China to "pipe down" its incessant advocacy of intervention. Insistence Upon National Rights It may have also an influence on actions by British consular and municipal officials who show a bias against the Kuomintang Party. Incidents like one which happened last week in Tianjin, where the British police handed a score or so Kuomintang members who were living in the British concession over to the mercies of their political antagonist, are less likely to happen. The Canon Government was quick to take that opportunity to protest strongly, to assert that if those men lose their lives or are maltreated the British are responsible, and to claim in advance an indemnity from Great Britain. British officials at Tientsin may be right technically in that action, but in view of the general attitude of the British in China toward the Kuomintang, and the political assymmity that British concessions elsewhere in this country have given to the Kuomintang's opponents, the Chinese, are apt to regard the Tientsin incident as institutional discrimination. On the basis of Mr. Lambison's thinly voiled warnings to his nationals here and his intimation that it may become necessary for their Government to recognize the Canton regime his do facto in a large part of China, a press report from London quotes The Manchester Guardian as advocating the recognition of Canton. (Perhaps one should speak of the Kuomintang Government now having its capital at Wuchang, on the Yangtze River, for it has announced that its capital is being moved there.) It is interesting also that the leading British newspaper in China, in discussing Mr. Lampson's forthcoming arrival at Peking, said: "Where there is no Government to which he can present his credentials." Effect of Friendly American Policy It is evident that if the British Imperial Government, ever did give ear to insistence of British and other foreigners in China that the right solution of China's problem is military intervention, that Idea was shelved when it was learned that the American Government is opposed to intervention and to any foreign attempt to coerce revolutionary forces in this country, and that the Japanese Government also is averse to such action. Any doubt that might have existed about the policy of the American Government was removed a few days ago by dispatches from Washington stating that the United States would not attempt to force. Chinese regional governments to respect the customs status. Some time ago the Labor Party in England sent one of its members, Colonel L'Estrange Maigne, M. P., to investigate conditions in China. His report has been published, in part, and it caused indignation among the British here because of its alleged partiality to China. However, Colonel Maigne makes one very interesting comment. He wrote: "Probably the American press in China more accurately portrays the real sentiments of American democracy toward China than does official policy. Mr. MacMurray, the American Minister, is helped by this press, just as Sir Ronald MacLeay, British Minister, is hindered in his dealings with the Chinese by the bitter abuse of the British press in China. "The American press is sympathetic and humane toward China, and thus creates the idea that American policy is benevolent; while the British press, by never missing an opportunity of being offensive to the Chinese, and always adopting the most reactionary outlook, gives the worst possible impression of British policy. Actually, neither the British nor the American press is official; but they have their great effect." This correspondence often has pointed out how the tone of a goodly part of the foreign press in China has stimulated and aggravated what is termed anti-forensic, and has given effective arguments to Russian Soviet propaganda. It may be that Mr. Lampson was instructed to ask the British press to temper its criticism. It seems reasonably sure that any town is 455 per 1,000 births, as against 60.6 per 1,000 births in the European town a mile away. Here is a formidable charge: "Venereal diseases have been given a rapid extension by the European occupation. There are districts in Africa where almost the entire population has become infected." According to the same writer, "for the introduction of tuberculosis into Africa the European occupation is responsible." If all these portraits were taken as correct one would despair of civilization, as it is understood at the present time. The truth of the matter, however, is that based on a foundation from which religion is left out, leaves the society which it affects empty of soul. The application of Christianity is the only method by which backward races can be elevated to a higher plane. The fault of the modern ruler or statesman is that he builds on economic formula, instead of an spiritual truth, and so, even with the best intentions, he fails to produce that which he has in view. It is lost that the gulf between white and black in Africa wildens every day; only Christ can bridge the chasm—P. S. Faulk in "The Exemplar." The Parent Body of the Universal Negro Improvement Association desires to acknowledge with thanks receipts of the following donations in aid of the world-wide drive for membership and funds. Any person contributing to this fund whose name does not appear in the lists two weeks after donation is made should immediately notify the office of the Secretary-General. A Geraldine Crystal Bamboo Fontaineble Pen. Something new in Pens. Everybody should own one. The Crystal Point is what counts. Sends 99 cents in Post Office Money Order plus 10 cents for postage, etc. No stamps or checks. Write to: C. CAMPHELL, 217 West 10th Street, New York City, N.Y. foreign Government which persists in stoking its finger into China's political melting pot now will have the finger scorched WASHINGTON, Jan. 11.—American warships continued today to maneuver in Chinese waters, according to wireless dispatches to the Navy Department, but officials awaited word from Vice-Admiral C. S. Williams, who is en route to Shanghai, on the cruiser Pittsburgh, before ordering the landing of forces there. In today's ship movements the following destroyers have changed stations: The Eulmer arrived at Wuhu; the Helaena arrived at Blas Bay from Hongkong; the Pillisbury sailed from Nanking to Wyoming and the Simpson arrived at Nanking. MANILA, Jan. 12.—The United States destroyer Edsall will depart for Shanghai as soon as it loads 3,000 hand grenades brought here by the transport Merges. It is understood that several destroyers of the Atlantic fleet have been ordered to be prepared to leave for Shanghai on short notice. Five British Cruisers Ordered to Stand By LONDON, Jan. 15.—The Admiralty tonight announced that the first cruiser squadron, attached to the Mediterranean fleet, had been ordered to stand by in readiness to proceed to Ghana if the situation requires. The squadron consists of five cruisers, which now are in Phalcon Bay, Greece. The government is watching intently the negotiations at Hankow between Charge d'Affaires, O'Malley of Peking and Eugene Chen, Foreign Minister of the Cattleseese government. Nothing definite has been received here, either from Mr. O'Malley or from Minister Lampson at Peking. It is taken for granted that negotiations are continuing, Chen being anxious for the British banks at Hankow to reopen, because their suspension of operations is handicapping Chinese trade. Mr. O'Malley went to Hankow from Peking this week to reach an understanding with Chen, following the recent disorders in Hankow, in which Chinese mobs invaded the British quarter. In the great throng of progress and prosperity of the various activities for human uplift, the Universal Negro Improvement Association has kept pace, notwithstanding it has had, buffs and scops by the many, it has had a prosperous year. Though many have fallen by the way, some by death, and others by disloyalty. But there are an number whose hope has not been shaken, and they are still looking forward to the day when Negroes can claim true and unhampered liberty. We are still looking for the day when the Black man will be given his rightful and well deserved place in the affairs of races and nations. But realizing that these virtues comp only to those who rise and demand them by competing with the powers that be, therefore the Universal Negro Improvement Association is trying to educate the Negroes of the World to unite his mental and financial forces together and make himself felt and known in the world of Progress and Prosperity. Our financial success has been wonderful for which we must thank the public. We feel that a greater confraternity is being brought about among the people of our race. Notwithstanding we have our various thoughts and different organizations we are beginning to realize we all are for the same goal, and that is to make the world better by our being in it, and to make conditions better for those who will come after us, as we have gone this far, and success has crowned our efforts, we are entering into the New Year with a hearty split and a greater determination to do more to bring about a stronger confraternity, and a greater possibility for the hom- Andrew Williams ..... 2.00 ESTRADA COSTA RICA Miss C. Shopard ..... $0.50 R. S. Thompson and friends ..... 6.55 F. Whitchord ..... 1.00 Chinese Dscriminating Against Africans in London Restaurants (From "London Notes" In the Gold Coast Lender) It is not very long since our Chinese friends opened a restaurant in Oxford street, which was an attractive centre for students partly from the East and also those from other parts of the world. It has since grown into a very popular centre, attracting a large number of visitors, both European and foreign, with the result that the management has become somewhat discriminative to the disappointment of broad-minded people. It is unfortunately what nature is. One should have thought that in a Chinese restaurant in the City of London all sorts and conditions of men would be made welcome in the spirit of brotherhood; but it appears that modern conditions are such that where material considerations come in the higher things which should astute broad-minded action go by the board. It is reported that in this once popular resort- Africans find a difficulty to secure courteous attention. On the contrary, it may be generally said that there is hardly any discrimination in any of the European restaurants in the city, and there is a spirit of friendliness shown wherever one goes, which makes it possible to think that the common experiences of the war on the part of the different members of the empire has not been lost upon the average Englishman, We are reminded also of the Indian restaurant at Regent street, which also has developed into quite an aristocratic rendezvous; but there it is gratifying to observe that the spirit of comradeship pervades as before. It is interesting to notice at this other popular resort almost every type of man within the British Empire, congregated for refreshment and association; and we cannot but look forward to the time when our brothers of the West Indies and of West Africa will also promote in London either a club or a restaurant of their own for the convenience of members of the colonies who come over to London from time to time. plete emancipation of both mind and body of the Race, and make a place for they have made mistakes as all do who attempt to bring about something worth while. But our courage is not undawned and our determination shall never weaken as long as hope can be assured. We wish you all a more prosperous year and greater advancement and a larger vision of the future. When all of our efforts will be blended together for the welfare of the Race. Our Year's Work We have enrolled 500 members and paid out the following amount: Paid on our Building ..... $1,500 Paid Parent Body for upkeep ..... 90 Paid for General Expense ..... 500 Paid to Beneficiaries, Death ..... 350 Moved into our own hall at 8th and Chester sts. Looking forward to a Better Sts. HAVE YOUR CHILDREN TRAINED ALONG RACE LINES OUR WOMEN and WHAT THEY THINK-Edited by Mrs. Amy Jacques Garvey BLACK SKIN IS NOT AN ACCIDENT, BUT PURPOSE OF CREATION WE were distressingly surprised to read the following comment in the Kansas City Call of a recent date: "In failure and in success, men are men. Color is an accident, not a limitation put on anyone as punishment." We have weighed the words carefully and cannot understand how a man in the position of a newspaper editor could make such a silly assertion and expect his readers to digest same. Does he really mean to inform us that the Almighty Architect made 400,000,000 "accidents" or mishaps? Has any one heard of white men saying that their pale skins are accidental, or have yellow men made such a complaint? Yet a Negro in America (where his race is the most religious) essays the opinion that his God made a mistake in assigning different "colors" to mankind. Is it any wonder that before the advent of the Universal Negro Improvement Association in this country Negro women thought they were reaching the height of their ambition by pealing their skins and straightening their hair. But Marcus Garvey launched a campaign against, such ignorance, and made his race to understand that the differences in the texture of hair and pigmentation of mankind, was the purpose of the Divine Creator in taking the four corners of the earth. our pale-faced brothers would have overrun Africa, and made it a "white man's country." In other words the natives would have been exterminated (as were the Red Indians of North America, if they could not be enslaved), but the good Lord has so-planned it that paleskins cannot endure the heat of tropical, Africa, and their straight silken hair keeps their heads too hot, which causes them to fall from the heat of the direct rays of the sun, while Negroes are immune, thanks to their kinky hair, which admits air to their brains, and the extra thickness of their skulls protect them. If, by some miracle, black men in equatorial Africa were to suddenly become white, with straight hair, they would soon die out, as their resistance to the heat ligs in their black skins and kinky hair. So the editor above referred to is misleading his readers when he says "Color is an accident." Since he is so-little informed, we would like him to know that "color," as it relates to pigmentation, is to protect man from the fury of the elements. A New York physician recently opined that Negro babies here were more easily subject to rickets than were the white ones, for the reason that the rays of the winter sun were too weak to have any healthful effect upon the former's black skins, which nature had so constructed as to withstand strong sun rays. It is also generally known that the large nostrils of the Negro caused him to inhale cold air, and incidentally germs, faster than other races, and but for his robust body, he would be more easily a victim of disease. So one can readily see that our Heavenly Father never intended that cold countries should be the natural habitat of Negroes, nor equatorial regions the home of whites. It is a plan of creation, for our own good, not an accident. All that is necessary is for Negro men to go out and build up their section of the globe, as white men have, done their own. Laziness, and selfishness are their main handicaps, and the color of their skin nature's blessing. ```markdown ``` Who Are You? I went to bed last night and began to think about a great, many things. In the morning mail was a letter from out of the redders of these little talks asking who the writer really was. This was one of the things I thought about as I mulled in mind there in the silence of my room in bed. I wondered myself who I was. I wondered if I knew what manner of human being I was. At times when I have been deeply hurt by something said by someone for whom I cared greatly I have wondered what made me feel that way. Perhaps if I really knew myself I would not have been hurt. Maybe my friend really loved me—knowing me better than I knew myself. Very possible. But the idea of not knowing myself came to me again and again—almost stumping me. And if I did not know myself how could anyone know me but faintly, or not at all? Who are you? Who am I? Who is there who really knows himself? If we know ourselves wouldn't we always be strong, decisive, ready for the most serious issue, unragged to face any circumstance of time or place? I fell asleep convinced that I didn't even know who I was, excepting just somebody made up into the form of a human being, misunderstood by others, mostly misunderstood by myself. In the morning I went to my bathroom. I washed my face, brushed my teeth, took my shoe, exercised. All the time thinking the thoughts of the night before as I lay in bed. Do I know myself? I looked into the mirror. The same face of 20 years ago. 1 —only more of a face I thought. A lot of scars showing that didn't then, when a boy in college. But my face as then, nevertheless. I wish I knew myself! What heartaches it would save. What added beauty would gleam, like fresh morning rays after a misty midnight, and what a flood of joy would bear down to the earth of this human soul, count but the broken bits of love that have unclaimed, be gathered for the world unclaimed, be gathered for the hungry of this one self. Mahya, after all, the search magnificent is nothing more nor less than the search to find oneself. Short Skirts Cripple Mills Boston Man Lays Textile Depression Lack of Petticoats PARIS, Jan. 8. American women are the direct cause of the present depression in the textile industry in New England because of their adherence to short skirts and the consequent general banishment of old-fashioned petticoats. This charge was made here today by Thomas Nelson Porkins, Boston attorney, who is the new president of the arbitral tribunal of interpretation in the operation of the Dawes plan. His headquarters will be at The Haguc. Mr. Porkins arrived on the Masseut at Cherbourg into yesterday. The Boston attorney asserted that women declined to wear a skirt long enough to boost manufacturing. "How many women nowadays would, wear cotton petticoats if they wore any at all?" he inquired. Nature's Way of Forcing the Hair to grow long, soft and healthy. A combination of dried and powdered seed. Just clean your scalp and hair. BURN SEED GROWER gently in the skin. Do this tonight; watch your hair grow, it's a mystery. Price: 80 cents. An old-fashioned, true and honest hair grower. Try it. Ladies, let us send you a full six months treatment for $1.00. Hair Seed is a powerful stimulant, it exites the scalp to a new and healthy action. Kills dandruff and tatters the very first treatment stops the itching of the scalp and at once the short tempel hair begins to grow fine. This compound has the endorsement of the Medical Professionosing the oest grower even offer to the public. I GREW HAIR on a head that had open bald ten years. We can prove it. THE NEGRO WORLD, SATURDAY, JANUARY 22, 1927 TO LADY PRESIDENTS AND BLACK CROSS NURSES To the Lady Presidents of all Divisions: We are urging upon you to immediate your division together and organize you. Those that are organized should make a g their membership. This is one of the most useful auxiliar and an avenue through which much good in your Constitution on page 77, section fully all the rules governing this depart will learn of the great benefit to be derive when it is properly conducted. Instructions as to costumes and uniform by writing to the Nurse Department, U provement Association, office of the Secr It is our earnest desire that these dept ately put in action everywhere, and it is the Lady President, who is matron of the By order of Universal Negro Improvement W. A. WALLACE, We are urging upon you to immediately call the women of your division together and organize your nurse department. Those that are organized should make a great effort to increase their membership. This is one of the most useful auxiliaries in our organization and an avenue through which much good can be done. Look in your Constitution on page 77, section 2.3, also read carefully all the rules governing this department, and there you will learn of the great benefit to be derived from this auxiliary when it is properly conducted. Instructions as to costumes and uniforms can be obtained by writing to the Nurse Department, Universal Negro Improvement Association, office of the Secretary-General. It is our earnest desire that these departments be immediately put in action everywhere, and it is the special, duty of the Lady President, who is matron of the nurses, to do this. By order of Universal Negro Improvement Association. W. A. WALLACE, Secretary-General. The Greatness of Big Men Deciding the greatness of various "big men" in the world's history is gosswork. Was Frederick the Great, who lived and died in pursuit of power, greater than George Washington, content to froe his country from English rule, then retrot to his farm at Mt. Verion, declining a third term for the Presidency? Was Frederick greater even than the waltman, Austrian queen that strove against his long carefully laid plans? Were all the fighting Caesars of Rome, building up their world empire, as great as the Philosopher-Emperor Marcus Aurellus, who devoted his life to maintaining the world's peace, endeavored to make conquered patrons under Roman rule, as happy as the Romans themselves, and found his great happiness in writing his philosophical meditations—N. Y. American. "Today Turkey is an independent, full-grown nation; not a nation created artificially by a number of Western countries in the halls of Versailles, but a nation regenerated, resuscitated, baptized and pumiled with the spirit of progress. Turkey is a nation, the only nation, who, after the World War, freed herself from the unjust domination of Western powers by the bayonets of virile sons and daughters. "We have convinced England, France and our historic enemy, Russia, that hereafter we must deal with dignity and justice. We have made treaties on equal terms with thirty nations of the earth. But there are two great powers who have failed to recognize this fact. It is Italy, the other is the United States. "Italy still regards our territory as potential booty. At least we are the subject of a 'max Napoleon' intoxicated drums. We are ready to give Italy and her med bigland a singing, historic-less whenever the Italians are ready to attend the class—Kemal Pasha." In Canada, with a few exceptions, there are no longer any Methodists, Congregationalists or Presbyterianists. The exceptions are a Presbyterian minority who refused to be merged, and a very few small Congregational churches that remain independent, without organization or head except their local pastor. Over two and one-half million of the three demonstrations (this number including all members of the families of the actual members in each church) have consolidated into one large organization Known as the United Church of Canada. This great consolidation involves 9,453 congregations of the three churches—4,707 Methodists, 4,512 Presbyterian and 174 Congregational. Nine small congregations churches and 784 Presbyterian churches refused to become a part of the union. The amount of church property involved is over $100,000,000 in value. J. M. Miller. With intelligent cooperation and understanding on both sides, there no reason why Japan and Brazil may not become of vast importance to one another in the next decade. Brazil that in superbundance the raw materials this country needs, and in turn can use much that is produced in Japan, provided Japanese products are able to hold their own in a highly competitive market now dominated by the United States ant. Britain with all the European countries striving for a foothold. It is doubtful whether any of the other Latin-American countries offer an attractive a field for Japanese investment and limited immigration as Brazil, primarily because none of them has anything like an aeve a domain or so urgent a need of capital and labor. Argentine is largely an all-white nation, and probably would not look on any Anatole penetration with favor. Chile is small in area, dominated by aristocratic descendants of the Spanish Conquistadores, and her resource grandly fairly well organize for production. Poru, white rich in raw materials, has not the advantage of the excellent shipping connections which favor Brazil. The same argument applies to the northern countries of South America and to the small Central American States - Tokyo Trans-Pacific. WOMAN AS TRUST OFFICER OF NEW YORK BANK Miss Harriette Fuchs, after five years of service with the Hamilton National Bank, was elected assistant cashier and trust officer yesterday. Miss Fuchs is said to be the first woman to be elected trust officer of a New York bank. Miss Fuchs also has the distinction of having been the first employee of the Hamilton Bank when it was organized five years ago. At that time she was secretary to Edmond L. Fisher, who organized the bank for the New York Hamilton Corporation. Although she knew nothing about banking at that time, she had had fifteen years' experience as a law secretary, having served in that capacity for the late Justice Arnon L. Squiers. She was the first woman to act as secretary for a Supreme Court justice, and at that time her appointment created considerable discussion among young attorneys angling for the job. During her five years' service with the bank she has spent two nights each week studying at the American Institute of Banking, and she never has been absent from work through the nature or any other cause. Still a young woman, having started her career as a secretary before she was out of job her teenage, she is an example of a woman who combines good looks and femininity with sound business judgement. "Any woman who applies herself can succeed these days." Miss Fuchs said this morning. "Of course, she can't combine business and doing a butterfly, but, on the other hand, she can have her work and recreation too. Even though a girl can't go to college, she can gain a liberal education by becoming secretary to an intelligent, educated, fine man. "In fact, more women have succeeded by beginning as stenographers than in any other way. The stenographer and private secretary has a chance to watch the wheels of business from the inside to see just how difficult situations are handled, and she learns how to deal with people. But the girl who wants to succeed must-be careful about choosing, bar boss. I wouldn't work for a stupid, unintelligent man—and there are many of them in business—regardless of how good the salary. "New York is in full of opportunities for night study and self-improvement that any young woman who begins as a stenographer can succeed if she really wants to, if she applies herself and studies." In her work as trust officer Miss Fuchs handles large estates as administrative; handles investments and looks after the financial affairs of wealthy, men and women and of widows and minors. DETROIT, Jan. 8.—The shellk in the movies has put Arabia on the map for the invasion American who was scored for his ignorance of Eastern races and civilization by Syed Hossain, East Indian scholar and journalist, in an address here. "Arabia is the country from which the shellk comes," Hossain told the women is the answer of the average American when asked what he knows about Arabia. "There is in American a mania for limiting one's outlook. We are all help of the wisdom and civilization of the East, a point which should be brought home to the so-called 100 percent American." Hossain declared. "It is astonishing to find the state of abysmal ignorance that exists in this country even among educated men." Filipino Women Fail To Adopt U. S. Customs MANILA—Philippine women refuse to become "Americanized." Unlike their male contemporaries who are rapidly absorbing the modes and habits of American residents, the younger-generation of Philippine girls are as conservatise as their mothers. With few exceptions they have spurned bobbed male and knee-length dresses. At all dances, parties and receptions given by students there are almost as many mothers as dancers. NOTES OF INTEREST People Who Trade In Silence Found In India and Africa Trade is associated in our minds with such a vast amount of noise that it is refreshing to turn to those quarters of the globe where a bargain is often carried through not only without a single word being spoken but without the parties even glimpsing each other. In the Malay Archipelago, says Leuit, Col. P.T.T. Etherington, author of "in the Heart of Asia," in the London Daily Mail, you will find a tribe who shrink from exchanging words with others whose trade with it is appeased to bring bud luck. If you wish to make a really good bargain, you place your goods in silence, oppositely the articles you desire in exchange, and if either option, considers the amount offered insufficiently they adjust their chasing interests by means of sign. Celerity in making up one's mind is essential, for a pause is interrupted as agreement and your goods pass from you forever. 'On the African coast, down by the Gulf of Guinea, the natives draw a line upon the river bank or, to the seashore, placing their goods upon one side of it. Those with them they are bartering do the same on the opposite side, of the line, and after inspection the satisfied parties take up the respective articles, often without a word having been spoken. Often the silent tense is carried on through force of circumstance, as for example, in the far south of India, where paste comes closely play. The governing-rules of caste are rigid and inflexible; if you are a member of one caste you cannot marry into another, you cannot eat together; and to touch food prepared by an inferior is eternal deffilement. So it may happen that one of the parties to a commercial transaction is a high esteem Brahmin, an aristocrat among the Hindus, and the other may be the son of a grocer, a butcher, or, worse still, a potter, who must not approach within twenty-four places if the Brahmin or twelve places if the latter be a Sindra, or lesser Brahmin. The potter and the grocer are naturally at a disdain vintage, for the Brahmin sees to it that they do not suffer in the bargain. In some cases the silent trade is due to excessive shyness. A wild tribe of Gonds in central India, churn the world beyond the dense forests that have them in, and prefer to carry on trade without seeing or speaking to each other. Indeed, it is almost impossible to deal with them directly, and the tax gatharer who collects the annual dues does so by announcing his advent by beat of drum, the amount assessed being their placed in a given spot where the representatives of the law appropriates it and retires until the next settlement day. How many people know that a wild tribe exists in southeastern Spain, who have for centuries kept themselves aloof from all mankind? Their ancestors were smugglers and wreckers, and they trade under conditions similar to those I have described, paying their revenue fixed by the Spanish Government as the Gonds do in central India. In their case a guard goes with the Spanish tax gatherer in case the required sum has not been put out. They have, hitherto resisted all attempts to modernize them or to alter the mode of life they have followed for more than twelve hundred years. SEND BOYS TO AUSTRALIA PROFESSOR TELLS LONDON 'Dump Them in Wilder Portions of Antipodes and Nation Will Result. Savant LONDON.—The problem "What to do with our boys?" was solved in summary fashion by Prof E. W. Murdoch at the annual conference of educational societies here. "Take them and dump them in the wilder parts of Australia and leave them there to their own resource," was his solution. He was not thinking of the conquest of population in this country or of people "the great open spans" of Australia before the Astatias got there. What was on the professor's mind was the racial degeneration induced by civilization. A proportion of the city population transported to the back blocks of Australia "would in two or three generations develop into quife a respectable people—those who survive," said Prof. McBride. Medicine Attractive To Russian Women MOSCOW—Sixty, per cent of all the students in the Moscow Medical School are women. Meddina has developed into one of the most attractive, fides for women enjoying their new freedom. In many cases, women physicians have returned to their old villages after acquiring a medical trailing and have engaged in practice there. The power of the untrained healers in rural parts of Russia is still great, though the inflow of capable graduates of medical schools is slowly making heath-way paimat the ordeal treatment of the unkilled practitioners. Hope Liss in Women BROOKLYN, N. Y., Jan. 6—Civil-attorneys hope lies in its women, Margaret Bondfield, British member of parliament, said in an address here. "They are going to mother a new race," she predicted. BEAUTIFIER Is your SKIN fall off: bleaches? Do your FACE look old? Is your COMPLEXION hurt? Do your BACK up? Is your BODY bent? Is your TAN, FREQUENLY, LAWRENCE, WAVER, SPARK, SPORT, or SUNSHINE damaged? New York, N. Y. H. H. We have stock in the Beringer beauty-Grows and also the new book and catalogue. Enquiries with this coupon $2.20 for one book and catalogue. Enquiries with this coupon or relation to this payphone. This is equivalent to twenty reductions in the payphone. Please write how many articles you wish. Name address tir and State BABIES TAKEN AS CHRISTMAS GIFTS New idea Grows Popular in London Apply off like any ordinary cold and watch your skin become gradually lighter, lighter, lighter and above all good-looking. This is the most wonderful, beautiful creature sold. Don't miss! Every day counts against you. If you are in a hurry and you want to get to the office, and you want to get to the office, and you want to get to the office and send all the cash with it. SMILE Rejoining His Loved Ones "Lady," said the beggar, "could you gimme a quarter to get where my family is?" "Certainly, my poor than, here's a quarter. Where is your family?" "At do movies—American Legion Weekly. BEGINNING AGAIN I wish that there were some wondrous full places Called the Land of Beginning Again; Where all our mistakes and all our heartaches. heartaches, And all of our poor seltish grief. Could be dropped like a shabby old coat at the door And never put on again, We could do all the things we needed to do. But forgot and remembered too late. Little praise unseen, little prom- less broken. Add all of the thousand and one Little duties neglected that might have been perfected. This day for one less fortunate. It couldn't, no possible not to be kind In the Land of Beginning Again. And the ones are mistjudged and the ones whom we grudged Their moments of victory here. Would find in the grasp of four loving chap Moments of passion More than penitent jips could explain—that of Zion. · LITERATURE There is a courness In the songs of black men Coarse as the songs Of the sea. There is a weird strangeness In the songs of black men Which sounds not strange To me. There is beauty In the faces of black women, Jungle beauty And mystery: Dark, hidden beauty In the faces of black women Which only black men See. —Edward Silvern. Baboons Spank Babies To Correct Them Baboons in the wilds of Africa are strikingly human in their care of babies. The males select a point of vantage at night to guard their families and sit with their chicks propped on their hands. The mothers prepare their children for the night by taking them on their laps and picking off the burs and ticks. If one of the babies gets too playful the mother spikes it and shakes it just a little. The mother is a loving and caring writer in the Montreal Family Herald. When the youngsters are ready for a slumber they race for the trees, and they can be heard squawing and fighting for the best places. Judge Gives Bride A Blackjack ATLANTIC CITY, Jan. 10.—Recorder Corio, who presides over Municipal Court, is a practical man. He gave evidence of it today when he performed the marriage ceremony for Eleanor J. Connell and Ernest R. Shambaz. After congratulations had been extended Recorder Corio handed a box, to the bride. "You may, find this handy in enso bubby, remains out nights," he said, with a smile. The bride opened the package while the husband looked on. It contained a blackjack. ABLE TO SPEAK FOR HIMSELF The Negro in every community has reached that degree of intelligence and self-respect that he is able to speak for himself and to choose those whom he desires to represent him. He welcomes most cordially the co-operation of broadminded white friends of whose sincerity, he is not in doubt, but he respectfully resents disloyalty as to whom he shall or shall not accept as his leaders, loyal, state or national. Omaha Monitor. BEAUTIFY YOUR SKIN Wonderful new preparation, clearer our s in almost overnight. D. C. Skin instrument immediately in-let b phee, the skin is softer and more commended on a skin, beauties for leaving the compilation and removing mellow or dark skin. This formula has been used by loading skin pee- ments in a jar or in a bottle in stainless or a jar for one can of D. C. Skin Ointment for $1,000 for D. & C. LABORATORY 415 Bank B., Newark, N.J. LONDON—Burrowing into the offices of the National Children Adoption Association in Slough street, Chelsea, just before Christmas, a middleaged well-dressed woman exclaimed excitedly, "I want the prettiest baby boy you've got. I've just find the idea of giving him, husband one for a Christmas box. You see, he is passionately fond of children, and we have never and any of our own." "The husband received his little living "present" a Christmas Eve by which time, the donor snuggled into his pretty cot and all other things needed. "The petition of giving a baby to a Christmas present seems to have been upon by a good minnip," Mrs. Plummer, secretary of the association said. Harlem Dental Clinic Doing a Splendid Work One thousand, seventy-three children made 3,359 total visits to the North Harlem Dental Clinic, which is run by the Harlem Committee of the New York Laboratories and Health Association, during the year 1925. This announcement was made at the annual business meeting held at the committee's offices. -202 West 130th street, Monday afternoon. Among other facts contained in the annual report, mention was made of the visitors to the clinic during the year 1925. A total of 1985 people visited the offices, and of this number 882 were parents of children who attend the clinic. There were several visitors from foreign countries, including Japan, Canada, Belgium Congo and Belgium. The average monthly attendance at the clinic last year was 280. In addition to its work among the people of the neighborhood, the North Harbor Dental Clinic is now called upon to do dental work for the following agencies: The Charity Organization Society, Harlem Hospital, Nurses and Childs Hospital, Henry Street, Visiting Nurse Service and the public and parochial schools of the district. Dr. D.-Collymore, D. D. S., was re-created chairman of the group of deists giving their services to the clinic at Monday's meeting, Vasile Mork, D. D. S., member of the Committee on Community Dental Services of the New York Tuberculosis and Huntl Association, is supervisor of the technical work of the clinic. Bernard Shaw Favors English-Speaking Combine TORQUAY, England, Jan. 16—Mr. Hearst is on the right tack, though the League of Nations 16° too useful in certain little ways that nobody knows anything about and as the best substitute for a supernatural tribunal yet available to be discouraged. As a preventive of war it is a delusion, because it is obvious that if all nations joined it we should be exactly where we were before any of them joined it. None of the life military powers who have been even a protene of sovereignty and right are before the only real league in this department is the federation of the United States of America, and that had to be cemented with blood and iron when I was five years old. Governance, as being "The parliament of man, the federation of the world," and that is just what is wrong with it as an antidote to homelied mania. Such a league can be nothing more than a league of belligerents along with Hollywood finds that the surest way to make money out of the world at large is to persist in the most suspicious, propaganda of violence, cruelty and unethics ever known in the history of mankind. There is in friendship something of all relations and something above them all. It is the golden thread that ties the hearts of all the world—John Evelyn. A Baby In Your Home Thousands of copies of a new book by Dr. H. Will Widers are being distributed to women without cost. Every woman who was children should read this book and learn a lot about the British nation and its wonderful life in a institutional weakness. Many things are unleashed that she arraces woman has never been told before. Pot Free Book send NO Moby, NO Obligations, simply name and address, to Dr. H. Will Widers. - Wallinser Side: No such life Do sought after and admired. Expert mann in influence. Control allure. Go devote yourself to your career. Prepare surrogate brochure (confluent) Introducing you to new power. Do business. Go to college. Go to college. Hole Pustie D. Patty. Frances. Slave Go postage. THE NEWS AND VIEWS OF U.N.I.A. DIVISIONS NEW-HAVEN, CONN. The regular Sunday afternoon mass meeting of the 'New Haven Division of the Universal Negro Improvement Association was called to order by our president, Mr. Joseph Ward, with singing our opening edg. "From Greenland's Ice Mountain," followed by a recitation of the motto by Mr. James Allison. The first selection by the audience was "God Bless Our President." Our president then read the notices of the week, after which the general secretary read the commission coming from the Parent Body. Our president, Mr. Ward, then made known to the audience, the range of the first two new members to be enrolled upon the book of the New Negro Division of the Universal Negro Improvement Association for the year of 1927. The two new members were Miss Ilenia Clark and Mr. Wilmot McDonald Hazel. The president then called upon Mr. Hazel to explain to the audience how he felt now that he had become a member and joined the ranks of the mighty organization of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. Mr. Hazel spoke in plain language that he had felt included to join the organization and his feeling of being born a new Negro. Other selections were rendered by the audience, after which the meeting was brought to a close with singing of "Epiphany and with honebells by the chaplain. MISS. ESTELLE SKINNER Reporter. NEW ORLEANS, LA. The New Orleans Division of the U. N. I. A. and A. C. L. has successfully completed a celebration of their unannual parade held on January 1, 1927. The parade was formed at. Liberty Hall at 12:45. p. m. and proceeded along the most important parts of the Negro community of this city. There was, to pictureque array of the uniformed ranks. Legions, Motor Corps, and Black Cross Nurses, also a goodly turn-out of our members. All along the way we could see eagle searing gazing at the parade of the Ned. The Red, Black and Green. The parade returned to the hall at 4:05. p. m. and was disbanded with military discipline and the singing of the Ethiopian Anthem. At 8 p.m. the members and friends again gathered at a mass meeting. The meeting was called to order by the Executive Secretary, S. E. Buchanan, in place of the president who was absent. Seated on the platform was the Hon. S. V. Robertson, past Commissioner and present President of the Cleveland Division, in company with Madame Robertson; also Rev. Henry Lee, President of the Carrollion Chapter. This meeting was filled with pop and enthusiasm by Madame Robertson's inspirings and convincing address in which she explained aims and objects of the organization. The President of the Baton Rouge Division, Mr. Robertson, told the platform gave a very interesting talk. This meeting was brought to a close at 9:15 p.m. to give way to the usual Saturday night entertainment of the Division. On Sunday night, January 2, the usual mass meeting, was called to order by the president, Mr. John Curry, Jr. Among us was Mrs. Moore, an ardent worker and member of the Cincinnati Division. Mrs. Moore was called on to address the meeting. The short talk by Mrs. Moore was very encouraging. The members of this division will always be pleased with a visit from her. At this point the Hon. S. V. Robertson was called upon by the President. Mr. Robertson's appeal for cooperation was enthusiastically received. An appeal was made by Mrs. Robertson for the school which received a generous response. He brought good tidings of the Hon. Mara Garvey We gained 15 new members to our ranks at this meeting. This division is proud to announce over 200 new members since the month of September, 1926. On Monday night another meeting was held in honor of Executive Commissioner Robertson. He again delivered one of his encouraging addresses. The members after the meeting met Mr. and Mr. Robertson with heavy handsakes in farewell. S. E. HUGHANAM. Robertson. CHATTANOOGA, TENN. The Chattanooga Division of the Universal Negro Improvement Association held a splendid and successful mass meeting at liberty Hall, 865 East Fourth street, Sunday afternoon. January 9, at 8 p.m. The program was as follows: "Singing of processional by the chapelh, Rev Dr. R. L. Moore, followed by the singing of the opening ode "From Greenland the Ice Mountain," by the congregation; repetition of spotted and universal prayer, followed with the singing of the president's hymn, "Goddess Our President." The opening address was made by President Minyard, and was followed with reading of the front page of The Negro World by Miss Minerva Alexander. After a selection by the chalr. Mr. Chester Bridges was introduced as master of ceremonies He introduced Mr. N. A. Garrett, who made an interesting talk which was followed by a selection by the choir. The next number was an address by Lady Alice Miner, vice lady president, after which a selection was rendered by the Universal African Rue Scott Band. At this point the master of ceremonies introduced the lady president, Madame R. W. Wine who made interacting address. Some timely remarks were given by Mr. George Clark, vice-president. The program continued with a selection by the choir; address by Sargent-Martin Cook of the U. A. L. J vocal solo by Ms Amelia Minyard; a snapping selection by the Boy-Squats Band. At this point the master of ceremonies introduced the principal speaker of the day, Hom. Milton L. Minyard, president of the division. Liberty Hall was crowded to capacity and he roosed himself great applause. The subject "The N. U. I. A, the Gateway to Nationhood and Fascial Salvation." He brought much light to the people, touching Nationhood. Several new members were added to the roll. The division has started a campaign for 10,000 new members and mass meetings are being held every night at Liberty Hall. J. M. WILLIAMS, Reporter. YONKERS, N. Y. The Honorable Henrietta Vinton Davis was the guest of the Yonkers Division on Sunday, January 9. We congratulate Miss Davis one of the most distinguished women of the race, and we are always pleased to have her with us. Mrs. Louise Hassell, wife of the bandmaster of the New York Division, and Mr. J. H. Miller, third vice- president, decompanied Miss Davis. The meeting opened with the regular religious service. The welcome address was given by Bishop A. W. Cook of Montclair, New Jersey; Mr. Kemp Rhodes and Dr. J. A. Morgan, members of the divison, madagortalks'. Mrs. Hassell rendered a solo in a very excellent manner and received much praise. The speaker of the evening, Miss Davis, was introduced by Rev William Hawkins, chaplain of the division. Miss Davis delivered a very splendid address, which brought much information and encouragement to the division. The weekly message of the Honorable Marcus Garvey was read by the president, Mr. William R. Gill. A generous collection was taken and the meeting closed in the usual manner. On Wednesday evening, January 5, the local staged a great debate. The discussion was "Will the Negro himself solve his problem or will he wait for other jobs to solve it for him?" Rev. William Hawkins, chaplain, spooked and in his speech he stated that the Negro princel will solve his own problem if it will be solved. He spoke briefly of the subject. Rev. J. Anderson discussed briefly, on the subject. Bishop A. W. Cook, a great student of the Bible, recited several verses from memory and explained them beautifully verse by verse, up to the present day Negro problem. Rev James Hurrison, the main speaker, gave many interesting points of ancient history. He gave many points that would make his listeners hold their breath and listen more fervently. He explained clearly everything that he said. He stated that the real answer to the question on the Negro problem would be found in the ancient history. He further said that the majority of the people do not know the history of the Negro, but he said that what history tells about his ancestors of former days he is willing to read and learn and to give those people who are not fortunate enough to have a glorious history a little inking of the past of the Negroes. Dr. J. A. Morgan spoke next. He pointed out the obstacles that are in the way of the progress of the Negro and he stated when we gather up these little overlooked things and place them where they should go, the Negro will then be ready to solve the problem. Other local members had ten minutes to also express their thoughts. "The meeting came to a close by singing the national anthem. ADELENA, WILSON, Reporter. ST. LOUIS, MO. The St. Louis Division hold its regular mass meeting on January 9. The meeting was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by President G. W. William and opened in usual manner and the program opened with a song by the choir. The president made a few opening remarks. Mr. Garvey's message was read by the secretary, Miss C. W. Vull, and followed by selection by the band. Rev. Hogue, ex-chapman, made a short talk. Mrs. Livingston gave a very interesting recitation. Mrs. Clay, who was speaker of the hour, made a very helpful address. I am sure that all who were present learned something from her talk. Vico-President Mined made a short talk and meeting closed with singing of the National Anthem C. W. VAIL. Reporter. The Buffalo Division held a very successful meeting Sunday at Liberty Hall. The meeting opened by singing the opening ode, Mr. William English, 2nd vice-president, presided. After the devotional service there was a lovely program. The chaplain, Mr. Percival Blackman, presided. The program was as follows: Address by the president, Mr. Stefeld Dennis, which was very interesting; address, dr. Richard E. Biley, paper, Mrs. Eula Jackson; solo, Mrs. Lillie Wilson; address, Mrs. Tricia Fernande, lady president; address, Mr. William English. The meeting closed by singing the national anthem and hymn. MRS. NATHANIEL ENGLISH THE NEGRO WORLD, SATURDAY, JANUARY 22, 1927 To All Divisions and Chapters We are calling upon you as members of the Universal-Negro Improvement Association to see to it that your secretaries and presidents make their proper monthly reports to this office. Many secretaries have neglected to do this and letters sent to them from this office have failed to bring response. We are therefore taking this means to urge the members to insist that these reports be made from now on or elect officers who will make them. That your interests may be protected it is absolutely necessary for us to have these reports each month. You pay in your dues and expect the Parent Body to receive that which is due them. Your Constitution instructs these secretaries what they should do, but many of them have failed to do their duty and your interest as members suffers thereby. This is imperative and if we are to have success it must be done. Yours for better things in 1927, with "forward" the watchword, we are Fraternally yours, UNIVERSAL NEGRO IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION. W. A. Wallace, Secretary-General. HAVANA, CUBA Sunday, January 2, was Garvey Day in the Havann Division. In the absence of the chaplain, the religious "ceremonies were conducted by Mr. J. A. Campbell ex-chaplain of the San German Division. At the completion of the program, the chair was occupied by the president, Mr. J. Musgrave Brown, who gave a striking address on the subject, "The New Negro," after which the President General's weekly message from the Negro World was read by the general secretary, Mr. M. A. Rennie. The program continued as follows: Address, Mr. C. S. Manderson; solo by first lady vice-president, Mrs. U. J. Brown; address, Mr. Samuel Grenidge; hymn from the ritual, while the collection was taken; address by Mr. D. E. Stewart, ex-president of Central Valencia Division, Oriente. The president then introduced the executive secretary of Antila Division, Oriente, Mr. Leonard Bryan, who delivered the principal address of the evening. The president thanked the audience, clubs and other societies for the support they have given the division for the past year. The meeting was brought to a close with the shinging of the national anthem and prayer. CLEVELAND, OHIO Cleveland Division held its regular mass meeting on Sunday, January 8. The meeting opened with the vice-president, Mr. Ben Harris, presiding. The religious service was conducted by the chaplain, Rev. S. W. Miller. At the conclusion of the religious services the weekly message of the President-General in The Negro World was read by Mr. J. J. Leland. "God Bless Our President" was sung by the audience. An encouraging message from the Hon. Marcus Garvey was delivered by the Hop. S. V. Robertson, who has just returned from his visit to KY. Mrs. Martha Robertson wife of the president, gave a fine talk which was very much enjoyed and brought much inspiration. Bishop K. C. Galanes gave an interesting address and Dr. H. J. Jones spoke briefly of conditions in Liberia. The meeting closed in the usual manner. On Sunday, January 9, a very enthusiastic mass meeting was held in Liberty Hull, Pittsburgh. In spite of the cold, a good crowd was in attendance. The meeting opened at 3.30 p.m. with the president in the chair. The opening exercises were conducted by the first vice-president, 'Rev. Z. D. Green. The program was as follows: Opening ode by the audience; universal prayer and repetition of the 23rd psalm; selection by the choir; reading of the weekly message of the president-general by the second vice-president, Mr. W. H. Armstrong; selection by the choir; short address by the first vice-president; address, "Africa Awakening," Mr. Sterling Means of Clarksville, West Virginia; sighgion by the choir; discussion of current events by the president, Mr. S. A. Haynes; singing of the National anthem and benediction. Mr. Means address was very fine and worthy of special comment. We are always pleased to have visitors of this type. The first vice-president presided at the evening meeting. The meeting opened with the usual exercises followed by a selection by the chlair; Garvey's editorial was read by the president. Short talks were given by Messrs. Dothod and James Moore. The closing address was given by the president. LOUIS J. EDWARDS, Reporter. MADRE DE DIOS. C. R. - The Madre de Dios Division hold a special Garvey Day celebration on Sunday, December 5. The meeting opened with religious service conducted by the chaplain, Mr. John White. The opening address was delivered by the predead. Other speakers were: Mr. Nnamam A. Wellington, Mr. R. Grant, Mr. Joseph Fuarquaharon, Mr. Daniel Campbell and Miss L. Brown. The program was interrupted with songs and recitations. The meeting closed with the singing of the national anthem and the audience departed filled with happiness and the spirit of Garvey Day. N. A WELLINGTON. Reporter. Divisions are urged to send in regular weekly reports. To insure prompt publication, matter must be typed or plainly written on one side of the paper. Make your reports snappy and interesting by omitting all unimportant details.—EDITOR BELLA VISTA, CAM., CUBA Very fitting festivities marked the Yulitaide and New Year celebrations in this division. Though suffering from the effects of the severe economic strain now obtaining in all parts of the country, the division did not fall into the hands of the enjoyable and educative entertainment. On Christmas Eve, "The Birth of Christ" dramatically arranged was staged by members of the division. Twenty-three personals participated. Directors and instructors were: Miss Lizam Clarke; who introduced the play, and Messis, A. Munroe, E. Francis, and J. Aarons. The last named gentleman arranged the music for the play, also the tableau before the final curtain. It is attribute to the growing power of the U. N. L. A. in this city; that in spite of opposing elements strongly entrenched and directed, against the play in particular, Liberty Hall was crowded to the doors. Nor had she ever a more appreciative audience, thanks to the skillful interpretation given by the actors to each respective part. An artistic touch applied to the backgrouns, settings, and costumes, revealed an Oriental picture as beautiful—as ever graced the pages of sacred history. Notwithstanding the attractiveness of the play, it must be conceded to the community a growing taste for the moral and aesthetic in amusements, considering the many colorful diversions that at the same time were going to blast in the immediate neighborhood. the play was repeated on New Year's Eve with equal success. The following day was celebrated by a quiet indoor function in the Liberty Hall where eating, drinking and dancing formed the chief attractions. On January 2, 1927, the sixth anniversary of the division was held. A very delightful program was rendered, including addresses and messages of friendship and good-will from nearby divisions and fraternal bodies. Beautiful solos were rendered by members of the division and anthems by the choir. The president, Mr. F. A. Francis, in his most impressive manner, did not fall to command and the interest of the audience, as he recounted in breezy pleasantness a synopsis of the year's work. The present staff, of which Mr. Francis is chairman, leaves office the end of 1926. It has been in office since May 2, during which time the division has paid off some outstanding debts, nearly doubled the membership, and owns over $2000 worth of insoluble property, has a band of willing and capable workers, unified membership growing in power and influence-day by day. The division plans for 1927 to be the possessor of a hall of its own, thus turning the amount now paid in rent annually into more profitable channels. The division, through her very entertaining officers, is stirring mightly to establish a closer contact with and a better understanding between the Cuban authorities of this city, and its West Indian community. Such mutual understanding is conspicuous by its very absence, a condition partly due to the difference in language and customs. It has caused some very aggravating measures of violence; abuse, false imprisonment, and wrongs of all kinds, being perpetrated against our people. A very elaborate and exhaustive report of the activities of the division during the current year was prepared and read by the executive secretary, Mr. S. T. Atkins, at the anniversary, Concluding, he thanked the members and all for their support, and admonished them "to do less rplapping as beyond "the clouds the sun, is still shining". The lady president, Mrs. Lauder also made a attiring appeal to the members and all interested to foot for the cause during the ensuing year. A file barbarium solu was rendered by the members and an elated granulus epiphyse, and an encorp, also "solo with piano accompaniment by two small Garvoyeles. Mises E. Eldin and R. Franols. The Black Cross Nurses contributed a chorus which was well received, and Miss I. Thompson, first lady vicepresident, rendered a very appropriate solo. The last contribution, "Home, Sweet Home" played on the mininium NOT Divisions are urged to send To insure prompt publication plainly written on one side reports snappy and interesting details.—EDITOR. by Mrs. P. Francks, and accompanied by the piano, caught the crowd by its very plaintiveness, brought back memories of the past, and left a feeling not kin to sadness, but breaking a bonediction over all. The division received with pleasure the messages of good will and cheer sent by division: lodges, and other fraternal bodies. The representatives were as follows: Miss Mahalah Walker, Past Presiding, Daughter of La Estrella Lodge No. 6. I. O. of G. S. and D. of S. Camaguey; B. P. Lawrence, Past Worthy Chief of Loyal Soupjourners No. 6, I. O. of G. S. and D. of S. and D. D. G. M. of District Grand Master and D. D. M. of Shimuli Master of San Antonio Lodge No. 1, I. U. O. of M. F. S.; P. B. Lawrence, P. W. M. of Rising Star of the East Lodge No. 31, I. U. O. of M. F. S., all of the city of Camaguey; Mr. R. Gordon of the Florida Division; N. I. A. & A. C. L. The president in his usual happy style, made the conclusion of the evening, and sent his heart home with gladness in their souls, pleasure in their efforts in the past, and determination to grapple with the future. The National, Anthem concluded a very helpful and encouraging service. COLUMBUS, OHIO "Liberty Hall was packed to the doors on Sunday, January 9, while a double-bedroom program was being rendered as follows: Mrs. L. B. Forest arranged a very beautiful musical and literary program, consisting of band selections; violin solo by President Johnson; duet by Mrs. Nettie Perry and Mr. Chas. Pace; vocal solo, "All Alone," by Fred E. Johnson, Jr.; and recitation by Mrs. Annie Ollis, Mrs. Margaret Bryant read the front page message. Mrs. Galloway made a welcome address, while Mrs. Cora Prunty responded with an excellent membership appeal. Rev. J. R. Witerspoon was presented to make an appeal for the offering and, assisted by Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Ollis, was successful in lifting more than a very liberal offering. Rev. R. Moore was the next to be offered. The second paralytic stroke was able to stand for five minutes before the hundreds present, and while he spoke all hearts seemed to be dissolved in sympathy for our impassioned leader, the Hon. Marcus Garvey, who was the topic of the discussion. Rev. Dr. D. W. Riho, M. D, B. D., was presented by the president as the principal speaker, and he easily proved himself master of the situation. Mrs. Fred E. Johnson and Miss Vivian Brown performed at the piano. Miss Ruth Johnson, who is assisting with the work of the secretaries, presided throughout the meeting, which lasted till 7 o'clock, when she brought a very happy and joyous day to its close by singing the Universal Anthem. Charleston Division hold its regular weekly meeting on January 5, and we were wonderfully blessed to have with us the Hon. Thomas Brooks, high commissioner, who, in the absence of the president, presided. The meeting was opened by singing "From Greenland's Ice Mountains." After the opening ceremonies were completed, First Vice-President Chisholm arrived and met with the commissioner, meeting was turned over to Hon. Thomas Brooks, who desided all offices vacant, and proceeded to the election of officers. The following officers were elected: President, J. B. Howard; first vice-president, S. L. Ore; executive secretary, I. M. Johnson; general secretary, Mrs. Sarah Lockwood; lady president, Mrs. E. Russell; indy vice-president, Mrs. Carlo Girola; treasurer, Mr. F. Loe; assistant treasurer, Mrs. Minnie Simmons; secretary, Richard Brown; Lockwood, Richard Brown, Allen Durr, J. E. Thompson. All newly elected officers were installed by the commissioner with very wholesome instructions. The meeting was closed by singing the national anthem. R. M. JOHNSON. Reporter. WINSTON-SALEM, N. C. The following officers have been updated for 1927 by the Winston-Salem Division: Mr. Walter Wallem, president; Mr. Craig Crane, first vice-president; Mr. Booker T. Hines, second vice-president; Mr. G. F. Brancie, chief executive; Mr. J. A. Mitchell, treasurer; Ms. Priscilla Ross, general secretary; Mr. A. R. Trito, recording secretary; Ms. Daisy Campbell, lady president; Ms. Emmia L. Footes, first lady vice-president; Ms. Annie Blake, second lady vice-president; Trustee Board, Mr. James Richardson, Mr. Willie Plimk, Mr. J. G. Good, major of the Legions, and Mr. W. H. Wright, captain. Day meeting was held by the members of the division on Sunday, January 2. In addition to a program in which the work of the Hon. Marcus Garvay was featured, the new officers was delivered by Mr. R. B. Garrett. MRS. DABY CAMPBELL, Reporter. NUEVITAS, CAM., CUBA On Christmas Day, at 9:15 a.m. an excursion train run by the Fraternal Union Association from Camegyria arrived at the station. The excursionists were met at the station by the U. A. L. and were taken to Liberty Hall by automobiles. A plano which was celebrated for the entertainment of the excursionists—commended at 10:30 a.m. We had a July time. The band rendered such splendid music that at 6 p.m. when the National Anthem was played the crowd scarcely wanted to leave the grounds. At 8 p. m. a dance which was staged by the Fraternal Association and the U. N. I. A. was commenced. Though the hall was full was spacious there was scarcely dancing room. The dancing continued to 4 a. m. At 5 a. m. the excursionists were busy blinding farewell to the Niyavitas folks. The smiling faces of the Camaguayees showed away. The girls who were well spent. At 6 a. m. all were in the railway station ready to take their trif back to Camaguay. From the waving of hats and handkerchiefs by the spectators when the train jet the station one could see the happy spirit existing. Much praise is given to the fraternal brothers and sisters through whose instrumentally such an affair was made possible. CECIL A. MCHUGH, Reporter. The "Kansas City" Division held its regular mass meeting on Sunday, January 2. The meeting opened with the regular service conducted by the chapman, J. S. Bennett. The preamble of the constitution and the front page of the Negro World were read by Mr. Sanders. In his opening address, the president, Mr. H. L. Johnson, pleaded with the members to continue through the year to do their best to carry on the work, no matter what comes. At the close of the president's address, Chapman Bennett made a fine upon the work of the association and the Honorable Marcus Garvey. Other speakers were: Craig, lady president of the division, and Reverend and Mrs. Devlin, lady president of the prisoned leader. After the offering was taken, the meeting closed with the singing of the national anthem. We regret to report the illness of Mr. Walker, treasurer of the division, and Mrs. Maggie Wallis. We hope that they will have a speedy recovery. The officers and members of Vaux Hall Division are one hundred her cent behind. The Hen Marcus Garvey, the Division is only a month old: On December 12, 1926, we unveiled the chater. We are pressing, onward, having one aim for our motto and over faithful to our Hon. Marcus Garvey On January 9, at 3 p.m. the meeting was opened with the usual form. The chaplain, Rev. Barbour, gave a lecture which was much enjoyed. The meeting was then passed over to the president, Mr. Edwards. First on the program was the Negro World, read by our assistant secretary, Clifford Carter. Much pleasure was shown by everyone. The message from the Hon. Marcus Gavey is always welcome. The lady president, Mrs. Margaret Jackson, gave a wonderful address, which was enjoyed. The audience sang "All Around the World." Mr. J. Johnson spoke on the subject, "Great Men" His address was good. Little Eve M. Carlsheim sang "Garvey Wants Me for a Sunbeam." She is three years old. Nor a song by the audience our president gave a brilliant speech which was highly appreciated. Mrs. Childs endangered the work to go on. Mrs. Petty Johnson spoke on the subject, "Be Kind in Heart." Mrs. Thornton taught the students a manner. Mrs. Edwards' subject was the turn of the Spirit. It was great enjoyed. Rev. Jackson told the members and friends he had been following the U. N. I. A. for some time and found it to be all that it stood for. Mr. J. H. Porter, first vice-president, gave an interesting talk on "Bees." The Universal Ethiopian Anthem was sung, and the meeting came to a close. The officers of the division are as follows: Mr. Lee Edwards, president; Mr. J. H. Porter, first vice-president; Margaret Jackson, lady president; Rev. Barbour, chaplain; Robert Calburn, chaplain, trustee board; Patsy Johnson, treasurer; Clifford Charp, assistant secretary; M. Calburn, secretary. M.-CALHOUN, Reporter. LOS ANGELES, CAL. The program was in charge of the women's department on the Los Angeles Division on Sunday, December 26. Mrs. Berry presided as mistress of ceremonies. The meeting opened in the usual manner with the president, Mr. H. Hoxie, presiding. The religious service was conducted by the chaplain, Mr. W. W. Morgan. At the close of the religious services, the president made a brief opening address and threw the meeting over to the mistress of ceremonies, who, presided while the program was rendered. Reading of the message of the president (general in the current issue of The Negro World by Mrs. Swain; recitation, Master, Edwa Joxie; recitation, Miss E. Masi; song, Miss Felice Hoxie; recitation, Morter R. Hoxie; diss. Mussel Hannon and yctilation; recitation, Miss M. Pink; recitation, Master M. Shrimander; address, Mrs. Hydra of Chapter 54. The meeting closed with a short talk by the president. M. C. BEMBRY. Reporter. The Boston Division of the U. N. L. A. had the honor of having the Hon. Fred A. Foote, with 41 on January 9. The meeting was opened with religious exercises led by acting president, Mr. Geo W. Cooper, Mr. Monroe, 2d vice-president, in his opening remarks urged us to press forward to a free and deserved Africa. The program continued an follows, selection by the band selection by the choir; shaye calls, Mr. Toneye vocal solo. She bakes, Mr. Toneye bakes, first, vice-president, in introducing the honored guest, said: "You have shouldered the burden of leadership. The Boston division is 100 percent behind your administration. I welcome you once more to this division." Mr. Tooto gave us the kind of address we need to give us added inspiration and encouragement in carrying on the great work. The meeting closed with a selection by the band and benediction. Mr. Tooto was also the principal speaker at the evening meeting. Mr. Wm. Buchanan, first vice-president, presided. Preliminary remarks were made by Messy. Allins and Hoadley. Miss Stewart gave a reading. The principal item on the program was the very eloquent address of the notting president general. He received a great ovation. The Hatncy Division of the U. N. I. A. celebrated Glivey Day on January 2. The processional hymn, "God Bless Our President," was sung by the choir while the officers took their seats. The meeting was called to order at 7.30 p. m. by Mr. Vergis Lawrence, who acted as chaplain. The program was as follows: Opening ode; "Drin Grootenbeek," by the chaplain; song by the secretary, A. Welsh; president's remarks; reading of the Christmas message on the front page. The Negro World by the president, Mr. A. B. Bannery; address by J. T. Brown; secretary of the Trustee Board; duet by Misses Linder Wilson and Empty while the offering was being taken; address by second vice-president, J. Empty; solo by Miss McCourti; address by Mr. V. Lawrence; address by Secretary A. Welsh. The meeting terminated with the singing of Ethiopian National Anthem. ALARIC WELSH. Reporter. PRICHARD, ALA. Sunday, January 9, was a big day for the Prichard division when a mass meeting was staged at the H.B. A. Hall. Mr. J. J. Thomas, president, occupied the chair, while Rev. Darrows acted as master of ceremonies. The program was as follows: Universal song, by the choir; universal prayer, by president; song; scriptures reading, Joshua, by the chaplain; explanation of the scripture reading, Joshua, by Nikhil, Cloud by Day. W by the choir; welcome address, by Miles Bertha Jackson, response, by Mr. Bissell; song, by the lady president; principles of the movement, by the field agent, Rev. T. W. West; song, lecture, by Rev. Simpson; remarks, by visitors; closing remarks, by the president. EMILY CLARK, Reporter. Self-Made Lord Adopts Own Crest LONDON, JAN. 41.—The Earl of Birkenhead, who used to be plain F. E. Smith, lawyer and son of a non-commissioned officer in the British army, is proud of his big family name. Birkenhead is what English would call a selfmade lord. Lords must have, crests and Latin mottos, or Birkenhead took "Father mea fortune" which means "Smith of my own fortune." NOTICE TO EXECUTIVE SECRETARIES of Divisions We want you to become local advertising solicitor for the NEGRO WORLD Good inducements. It is our intention to make this paper one of outstanding import amongst the race: Your co-operation along this line will help a great deal in making it possible. Therefore, if you are interested write for full particulars to HAROLD C. SALTUS Advertising Dept. 56 West 135th St., N. Y. C. Sin rendir nuestras armas en la batalla por la conquista del defecho—Presentemos un fuerte unido y la victoria será nuestra—La historia expondrá el maquiavelismo del enemigo de la raza—Apelando a la conciencia de nuestro elemento miembros de la organización y de la raza en general: Esta organización es un movimiento-negro cuyo exclusivismo ha sido tal, que no ha hecho nada mas que presentar las reales reclasiciones de la raza, ante las otras razas y naciones del mundo en terminos inequitivos, es decir, sin paliativas ni debilidades de ninguna especie. Ella ha besquejado un programa de demandas que fuerza al mundo a reconocerlas, porque estas en si reflejan una nueva y diferente acitud, en lo que respecta a la manera de tratar y considerar al negro de la presente generación. El mundo también realiza que las demandas del negro por mediación de este movimiento, son por demas justas, naturales y equitativas. Por ejemplo: lo que reclamamos haciendo nuestro la rendición de Africa, y lo que pedimos para adquirir la emancipación universal de todos los negros, son cosas que no admiten disputa. Y realizando estos hechos y lo incontrovertible de los argumentos en que descansamos, he aquí el porqué de diferentes agentes siniestros estar laborando, tratando de destruir la utilidad de esta grande y noble organización. Ellos han intentado por distintos medios destruir este movimiento de progreso; pero han fracasado bochornosa e ignominiosamente, apesar del dano temporal que, el haya recibido. No es de mi competencia el enumerar los métodos que se han usado para contrarrestar esta aspiración exelusiva de la raza negra, que busca para ella misma libertad y redención. Mas todo aquel que se tome el trabajo de seguir el curso de los acontecimientos y hacer un somero estudio de los asuntos raciales, verá que las influencias ocultas que han estado operando en contra de la Asociación Universal para el Adelanto de la Raza Negra, son tantas y tan variadas, que ello nos hace sentir que en realidad este magno movimiento, debe ser una espina hinchando la carne de los perversos autores de la nefanda obra, del bastardo espionaje que nos rodea en nuestra lucha por enalcizamiento. En los días venideros, cuando la historia de este movimiento se haya de escribir, muchas de las intrigas en contra del mismo serán claramente expuestas; pero por el presente, bástese decir como medio de información para los cuatrocientos millones de negros que pueblan el universo, que el tiempo ha llegado para nosotros presentar un fuerte unido y protejer esta organización en contra de los designos diabólicos de los irreverentes y desleales, quienes pretenden llevarla al exterminio. Los poderes se mancomunan haciendo presión contra nosotros, usando todos los esfuerzos, poniendo en ejercicio cualquier método para debilitar la influencia que nuestra institución ha adquirido en los pocos años de su existencia. Los capitalistas, quienes se enriquecen explotando el Africa, también estan trabajando en contra de nuestras aspiraciones altruistas, y lifcen causa con maquiávelo para destruir nuestra causa rendentora. Todos aquellas que están opuestos a la libertad del negro en cualquier modo 6 forma, tienen su propio método de atacar y dificultar esta organización en sus propósitos; y por ello es que nosotros vemos ahora y nos damos mejor cuenta de la combinación de estas fuerzas funestas, las cuales trabajan en opósición para acabar con lo que tan ardorosamente hemos construido. Mas no nos importan sus combinaciones, sus maquiavelismos, sus críticas, sus difamaciones y burlas, porque estamos unidos con un objeto común y un propósito determinado. La apelación va por el mundo hacia todos los, negros para que consideren la union hoy mas que nunca; para que muestren su potencialidad al enemigo vil, con pretenciones de destrujimos, contaminando la influencia y el poder que va, adquiriendo cada dia esta organización. Pueden los negros laborar en conjunto? Nuestra asociación contesta que sf. Y ello es tan positivo que de no hacerse así, separadamente con toda seguridad seremos victima del odio, del prejuicio y de la abyección a que nos sometan las otras razas, perdiendo para siempre nuestra individualidad, la personalidad racial que tenemos derecho a mantener, por encima de todo y por todo. El futuro de nuestra raza depende principalmente de las actuaciones de su presente generación; y todos aquellos de nosotros que esteimos concientes de lo que somos, y podamos tener una visión de lo que el porvenir nos tenga departado, no nos resta otra cosa sino luchar, seguir hacia adelante; importándosenos poco todas las fuerzas operantes que se opongan a nuestro exito; y con brazo terso, cabeza ergüida, pecho abierto y corazon africano, continuar avanzando hasta adquirir el objeto deseado de un país redimido y de una raza emancipada. De nuevo apelamos hoy a todos y cada uno para que vengan a unir sus fuerzas, y marchar codo con codo a afrontar al enemigo de nuestro pueblo. Dad a esta organización toda la ayuda material y moral que podais. En este momento supremo la necesita de nuestro apoyo financiero, porque el enemigo le acosa y trata de cortarle la retirada. Vuestro poso ayudara a este movimiento a llevar su lucha, preparándose para contrarrestar las fuerzas enemigas en su asesinato contra nuestro progreso racial. Qualquier soporte que podais dar, enviarlo immediatamente al secretario general de la asociación, para apoyo de su grande, noble y generosa causa. Tengo el honor de ser active Page Spanish Section Vuestro obediente servidor MARCUS GARVEY. Fundador y Presidente General. THE NEGRO WORLD, SATURDAY, JANUARY 22, 1927 Licor venenoso y crimen Nuestros lectores están siempre interesados en la cuestión palitante de la ley y en cumplimiento de la misma. Todos estan de actuerdo que las leyes se han hecho para ser cumplidas y deberan ser estaturias hasta que no sean abolidas; pero siempre ha de notarse como presi- cion en la imaginación del legisla- dor, que la ley para ser obedeida debe ser razonable y justa. Cuando una ley viene a ser tan poco popular hasta el extruso de no poderse poner en vigor y sus efectos crea una animosidad, travendo consigo la formación de una gran clase criminal determinada, tal como se ha demostrado con la ley de la prohibición, entonces las demandas en contra de esa misma ley son generales, y es de exigencia mas que lógica el modificar, o abolir sus aspectos*estaturatorios. Tafey como lo es la de la prohibición, que busca el castigo por la manufactura y venta de bebidas entoxicantes, gran parte del conglomerado ciudadánico no siente ningun respeto por ella, y desafia el cumplimiento de la misma, creandose asuna condicion criminal, impuesta por dicho estatuto, altamente peligrosa para el bienestar de la nación. La mayoría de los crimenes sin precedentes, con una ola deechorias escandalosas que estan sucediendo en todo el país, a manera de una flama coisumidora, pueden irse a buscar a los esfuerzos que hace el gobierno para poner en vigor la ley de la prohibición. La fabricación y venta de licores venenosos en desafio de la ley, han creado una situación muy intensa para el gobierno federal, el cual por si mismo ha puesto en practica una formula perjudicial, con intenciones de tener la pista de todos aquellos que usan licion, en contravención con la ley antes dicha. Durante el pasado año ocurrieron cerca de mil muertes, a causa del uso del delicor envenenado en esta ciudad y el doble de esos casos en otras ciudades del estado newyorkino. Imaginémenos el número considerable de victimas en todo el país por la misma causa. Las muertes aumentarán porque la gente tendrá su bebida a cualquier costo, apesar de las-manifestaciones hechas por el leader prohibicionista, de que tales personas cometen un suicidio, y como inferencias, de lo mismo, deben ser luérfanos-detoda simpatia y protección, de parte de su poderosa organización, de gobierno que se muestra sordo y ciego a tan desastrosa y penosa situación. Hay muchas personas que no pueden hacer suyu esa manifestación de política tan inhumana y en su mayoria creen en un propio control y una regulación en el trafico del licor. La mayoría del pueblo no esta dispuesta a que se le aminore su libertad personal y se le destruya este lejifimo derecho, y que el crimen sea patrocinado en esfuerzo infructuoso por parte del gobierno, haciendo sumplir una ley por demas repulsiva e intolerante. Jamas será posible hacer que la enmienda decima octava de la Constitución sea efectiva, hasta que las autoridades del estado y del municipio cooperen honradamente con las autoridades federales, para implantar dicha ley. Toda la cuestión ha invadido el campo político otra vez y desempenará un papel importante en el formato de la campaña electoral que hombres y partidos tendrán en los próximos dos años. Miérnas tanto el licor envenenado y la laola de cinemas que el trae consigo, quedarán con nosotros y continuarán desmoralizando la nación entera, so pena de que un milagro occurra e impida mayores desastres. No abandonará su causa El doctor Sagasa, presidente del gojibero liberal que combate el gojibero conservador en Nicaragua, ha desintroducido el rumor al efecto de que el pensaba sa ir de su país, en los siguientes términos: La noticia sobre mi partida es incorrecta. Apesar del efectivo ploque en ejecución, cuya presión es sjente cada dia mas contra mi gobierno y ejercito por los fuerzas navales norteamericanas, por medio de la denominada neutralización, mantengo mi determinación a permanecer en mi puesto hasta el jifito no extromo. Protesta sobre la ampliación de poderes El pueblo filipino: protesta de quen el congreso promulge leyes que pongan a disposición de su gobernador los impuestos de los productos exportados en aquel país. Uu acto de tal naturaleza constitura una disminución en la fuerza de la autopotencia en lugar de un aumento en la misma, y son vistas de una independencia final, lo cual es el propósito declarado de la soberania norteamericana dicho archipiélago. Con respecto al proyecto de ley para esclarecer los poderes del auditor de las islas, ellos estan debidamente específicados en las leyes de dicho pais. El tribunal supremo de este pais ha confirmado la decision de aquel consejo supremo, en lo cual el auditor no tiene derecho a ciercer ciertos poderes discreciarios que el mismo se habia agregado en el ciercio de su cargo oficial. Tal arregacion de poderes ha sido uno de los muchos actos del auditor, protestados energicamente por el pueblo de las islas lípinas. Instruir deleitando Unir lo util a la agradable 'ha sido en todos los tiempos una de las preocupaciones dominantes de los educadores que han tenido, conciencia de su oficio. Fenelon escribí oba obra que se lama Telémaco para interesar al Delfin, su alumno y enseñarle, al mismo tiempo, la mitología y la literatura. Es preciso recorder la historia de aquel buen profesor que imagino, para estimular a su alumno, algo perezoso, esta original estratagema: Entre los dúps, dijo el purofesor a su alumno, vamos a inventar una lengua nueva. Construiríamos una gramática a nuestro modo. Y así podemos conversar sin que nadie nos comprenda. Y el alumno se interesó tanto con el sistema que aprendió el latin en la mitad de tiempo que el más estudiado de sus amigos. Julio. Verue, el gran mago de la juventud, el escrito que mejor ha sabido hacer ciencia y literatura al mismo tiempo, no persiguió otro fin más que hacer vulgarizaciones que lograran interesar a los muchachos. Si alguno dejaba el arido texto de Elisia por uno de los jibros de Julio Verne, aprendía más pronto y eficazmente. Luis Figuier y tantos otros divulgadores han inagnado ingeniosas historias ya oferecer una ciencia amable y desembarazada de esas formulas enfadosas y esos teoremas y leyes complicados que repugnan a los escolares. En la enseñanza de idiomas, tap necesarias hoy, muchos especialistas se esfuerzan en perfeccionar los métodos antiguos, buuen si se quere, pero fatigados para el inquieto alumno. Hoy los profesores reconocen que los métodos antiguos sólo deben aplicarse a los adultos, a los que estudian por vocación o por necesidad y siempre por voluntad propia. Un método ingenioso es por ejemple las estampas cómicas: los nífos se impresionan con estas historietas y no suelen olvidar el significado de las palabras que explican. Facilitando al aumno los primeros pasos, el estudio de la gramatísticas ofrecera después menos invenientes. Un autor ha imaginado cierto método; que ha sido aplicado con singular fortuna. Consiste en un relato may interesante, en el que van entrado progresivamente las dificultades del idioma. La historia se presta a mil preguntas del alumno, que de este modo se interesa y aprende que de otro modo le hubiera costado gran trabajo. Bien pronto, el alumno sometido a este método se encuentra en disposición de sostener conversaciones elementales. Evidentemente, es posible aplicar métodos analogos al estudio de todos los conocimientos humanos. Si las ciencias y $y$ las letras no suelen ser nocigadas por los jóvenes alumnos con mucho entusiasmo, es porque no se ha llegado a obtener la formula para llamar la atención de estas imaginaciones inquietas. En las esferas oficiales se piensa ya, en reformar la ensunañada. Se reconoce por todos los técnicos la necesidad de que el estudio sea a la vez un recreo para la juventud, a la que es necesario educar hoy más rápidamente antes. Hoy profesores que emp'pan métodos especiales; paro son muy pocos. Este genero de enseñanza es más bien un apostolado que una carrera. Precisa derrochar rujura energía y mijo ingenio y talento para aajirse de los antiguos métodos, que tan estables suelen ser. SPANISH AND ENGLISH TRANSLATED BY RELIABLE CORRESPONDENT Address: Negro World Office 84.55 West 13th St. New York, N.Y. Magazine Section Iroquois Indians—On the War Path HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE SLAIN These were the stories *cultivated* here into: "When the IRQUOOS *INDIAN* got sick or wounded what did they do to get butter? The Indians got sick or wounded, and start on his mission of Mystery into a valley for roots, to a stump for worms, to a forest for leaves, into the woods for bark, or to * mountain for our Mysterious plants. The Indian god will behave that know the secrets of Nature's Garden. Thousands of people have regained their health, where overwhelming also failed them. Do not get discouraged! Do not give up! 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"Where once the crowded jungle crowded man back," says the bulletin, "a jungle so thick that a man swimming in a stream could hardly live because vines and plants hugged so close to the water's edge—bundle have now been cleared and Malay plantations are among the richest in the world. "Forty-five years, ago a few Para rubber plants, amuaged out of Brazil, frustured here. Today three-fourths of the world's rubber comes from this region. And in this magic development Americans have achieved a leading role. This Malay Peninsula, stretching hundreds of miles from the Stoneseer frontier down toward the Equator, forms a vast humid region of dense forests of jungle, wild elephants, snakes and naked people, rice fields, rubber plantations and tin mines. Few American tourists see it, unless visiting the Orient usually turn back at Hongkong or Manila, and the average traveler from Europe goes no further than Egypt or the Holy Land. Only the round-the-world tripper seen Malaysia, and usually gets a glimpse only of Singapore or Penang during his few hours above while his ship is coaling. Singapore, built on a tiny green island of the same name which lies just off the end of the peninsula and nearby on the Equator, is the capital of the British Crown, Ceylon, commonly called the Sirirait Settlements. This colony embraces the Province of Wellesley, the Dindings and Madacas, on the mainland, and the islands of Penang and Singapore. "The Federated Malay States, on the peninsula, comprise the States of Perak, Selangor, Pahang, and Negri Sembilan. Kuala Lumpur is the capital. "Just opposite Singapore, on the mainland, is the independent native State of Johore, which has its own sultan and government, but which is under British protection. The British Governor of Singapore is also High Commissioner for the Federated Malay States and Brunei and British Agent for North Borneo and Sarawak, this linking up British possessions and spheres of influence in all Malaya a. d. establishing close contact, through one man, with the Colonial Office in London. "The melting Pot of Asia, they call this profile, potent panahist, because of the habal of news, colors and castes which its wealth of rubber and tin has drawn to it. In all this industrial army of Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Tamil, Hindu and assorted South Sea Islanders, the Chinese are the most numerous, and powerful. The Malay himself is too lazy even to be a good fisherman. He grows a little rice, a fow cocoanut and nets the fish he needs, but nature is so kind that it is said one hour's effort a day will support him and his family. "It is the Chulianman who is the miner, the farmer, the shopkeeper, the artist, contractor and financier. The Tamil and the Hindu add to the stock of local labor and own small farms and herds, but the manse millionaires made in the town which been Chinese. Tipe palaiat'i' home of the Tamil Chinese bosse, in Singapore and Penang, in contrast with the miserable shacks of the natives, afford proof enough of the singular commercial superiority of the yellow race. "Here, indeed, Chinese immigration has worked a modern minima in the magic reclamation of this once rocking, fever-curased, jungle-grown wilderness. The Chinese it wan who first braved the poisonous darts of the lurking savage, the periloggers and repilies, the flames of fever and the danger of dysonory, to conquer these jungles and dig the tint that put Malaysia on the map of the trading world. Chinese say that it tints 'dawn' and they use the divining rod to locate it. "For sheer courage and determination, the tale of Chinese colonization in Malaya is probably without parallel in the history of great racial migrations. Today many of Malaya's leading officers, merchants and planters are men of the yellow race. "The white man's conquest of the East shows that wherever the Englishman settles he prints only as much of his own law and custom as is practicable, without arousing top much native opposition. "In Singapore, for example, polygon among Malaysia and Chinese is CHEWING DOG When Roland Hayes' present tour of America was booked, the teacher's first, concern was to reserve the Christmas holidays for a fortnight "at home". Their infant the *Natwoods* country of northwestern Georgia. The small tenant-farming community called, "Curryville", where he was born, holds cherished associations for Roland Hayes. It was here that he helped maintain the scanty acres of his mother (an ex-slab) and his family of brothers and sisters. At length, the Hayes family removed to Chattanooga, across the border in Tennessee, where the farm boy became a "hand" at an iron foundry, attending school when he could. When he deparled northwards and to Europe to become one of the greatest, tenors in history, Roland Hayes cherished "home" associations in Chattanooga as well as in Curryville. This season he saved two weeks at Clintons for the scene of his boyhood. He had not planned to sing, but when the whole of Gordon County turned out to greet him, there was no denying them. Curryville had no town hall; in fact, Calhoun had the only one in the county. Here Roland Hayes sang to a tapt audience of friends who defended for the first time in their lives to the songs of Handel and Schubert. Another demand in the form of a telegram signed by the City Manager and Chamber of Commerce came from the citizens of Rome, a town a score of miles from the slinger's birthday, which with its 13,000 of population had once seemed to Rotanda, Hayes, the farmer lad, the metropolis to which "all reads lead." So Rotanda Hayes gave a recital in Rome that was indoed a great occasion. He also made a return appearance in Chattanooga, which town holds an apinpint far more than friendly of the great tenor. While in Chattanooga Rotanda Hayes visited the stone foundation where he had worked as a boy and was much pleased to find two of his former associates. Pays Tribute at Grave of Booker T. Washington Boland Hayes found time, during his sojourn in the South, to visit the great institute of Tuskegee, Alabama, and sing for its members. The tenor laid a wreath on the grave of Dr. Booker T. Washington, founder of Tuskegee Institute, while Mr. E. D. Washington, the great educator's son, and Mr. R. R. Taylor, the acting principal, stood beside him. CENTURY CO. BOOK NOTE CENTURY. CO. BOOK NOTE The outstanding spring novels to be published by The Century Company include, beside Percy Mark's "Lord of Himself," which was published, this month, "Brother Saul," by Danny Byrne (to be published April 15); "Black Butterfly," by Elizabeth Jordain (to be published March 18); "The King Fire," by Elinor Mordant (to be published April 19); "The Army of J. D. Leoil (to be published April 15); "The Strangler From Cheyenne, by Joseph B. Ames (to be published February 1), and "The Ardent Flame," by Trames Winwar (to be published March 18). Sixty College Students For Every 10,000 BOSTON, Jan. 12—In his sixteenth annual survey of the country's colleges and universities, the Boston Transcript today estimated the number of men and women now attending college at approximately 750,000. Commenting on the increased enrollment, the Transcript said: "This basis of comparison, however, is not the formula which leads Europe to its present amusement of American college enrollments. It is a fact that only thirteen persons, in every 10,000 of the population, of France and only fifteen in every 10,000 of the population of the British Isles are found attending the university there, whereas the latest figures compiled in the United States show about sixty students, for every 10,000 of America's population." recognized, and the children of such unions are treated as legitimate. Instead of blessing the Bible, a Malay witness may kiss the Koran. "Here in the street, Ruffles early said that the principles of British Rule could be applied." With "International mildness and indulgent consideration for the prejudices of each tribe. All native institutions, such as religious corporations, marriages and inheritance, are subject to the laws of justice and humanity. In this policy lays the secret of British colonizing success." FROM PEDDLER TO MILLIONAIRE The fortune of Joseph H. Steinhardt, who rose from a fruit peddler to be head and sole owner of Steinhardt & Kelly, Inc. produce mechants doing an annual business of more than $15,000,000 will pass to his widow, Mrs. Lola Steinhardt, and her children, under his will filed in the Surrogates Court. While no definite estimate as to the value of the estate could be obtained yesterday, Norman D. Frank, a stepson, who is actively engaged in Mr. Steinhardt's business, said that the business itself was worth more than a million dollars, and that Mr. Steinhardt carried an insurance policy of $400,000, of which the firm of Steinhardt & Kelly, Inc. is the beneficiary. In addition to this the testator owned the stock of the Warren Washington Realty Corporation, which owned a seven-story building at the corner of Warren and Washington streets. In the heart of the market district. He owned stocks and bonds the value of which cannot be determined at this time. Mrs Lloin Stolphhard, the widow of 1010 Fifth Avenue, inherits all personal effects, gets a life interest in the stock of the Warron Washington Realty Corporation and inherits the residuary estate for life. The controlling interest in Stein-harut & Kell, Inc., goes to Norman D. Frank of 188 West Eighty sixth street, a steppon, who gets 400 shares, or 60 per cent, of the common stock, and inherits one-third of the residue and of the really company stock on the death of his mother. Milo O. Frank of 31 Hiverloe Drive, another stepson, gets 200 shirts of the Steinhardt & Kelly, Inc. stock and one-third of the really stock and, the residue on the death of Mrs. Steinhardt. Mrs. Meryl F. Gilding of 1010 Fifth avenue, stodgaughter, Inherits a similar intercept in the remainer after the life estates to the widow. Stuart H. Frank, another stepson, was not provided for in the will because, as it explained, I have heretofore and from time to time advanced to him substantial sums, aggregating an amount which I would otherwise have bequeathed to him as his share of my estate. In order that he may retain, and enjoy such advantages, I release and forever discharge the said Stuart H. Frank from any and all Nability and obligation to repay me or, my estate. A sister in Germany and several grandchildren infirm small legacies. OLD CHRISTIAN RELICS ARE FOUND AT EPHESUS Australians Discover Early Decorated Urns in Grotto Associated With the "Seven Sleepers" VILENNA, Jan. 11—Returning after the discovery of what is believed to be the early Christian catacombs connected with the famous legend of the Soven Sleepers of Ephesus by the Australian archaeological expedition, Professor Joseph Kell gives further details of the excavations at Ephesus in Asia Minor, begun in 1905 and interrupted by the war. Although it is impossible to say that any specific part of the catacombs is the grotto at Ephesus, where the seven Christians are supposed to have taken refuge from persecution and "fell asleep awakening nearly two centuries later when the Christian cause had triumphed, it is thought that the legend group from these catacombs. An entry to the catacombs was found under the portico of the ruins of an ancient church while exploring graves in the vicinity. As the discovery was made just before the expedition's ascent it was unable to push the investigation far. The catacombs are of the usual labyrinthian character, apparently of considerable extent. All of the graves have been robbed, but it is unknown when. The thieves, however, left behind many interesting relics of the earliest period of Christianity, including burns described with plaques of Adam and Eve, and the ascent, fire, and burial of a monk. The expedition also reports the discovery of the ruins of the oldest Ephesus, dating from the tenth century before Christ, or the time of King Saul, and the excavation of the great sanctuary of the Goddess Kybele and also the temple of Isis, or Scorai, dating from Roman times. THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA Soldier Endangers Life To Save Queen's Statue BUCHAREST. The statue of Carrion Sylvan, the late Queen Elizabeth of Rumania, was one of the sentimental treasures lost in the midnight burning of the royal palace. An old soldier's attempt to rescue it was a dramatic scene of the fire. When the dames swept through the roof and down the walls of the throne room, a bearded old sergeant hurried to the statue of her who was his queen in his youth and drag it out for her heavy load. Struggle wailed, until the dames held on of his head and sniffed his uniform. Gasping, he brought his heels together saluted and staggered back as the statue plunged into a pit of flames. 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LYNCHING WORST BLOT ON U: S. CIVILIZATION 3,224 Recorded Lynchings in U.S. in 31 Year Period. Ending in 1918 (From the New York World.) With the inauguration this week of John B. Richards as Governor of South Carolina in place of Thomas G. McLoud, and with the meeting immediately afterward of the Criminal Court in Alabama, the State hasan Opportunity to set an example to the South in the punishment of mob-violence. The case which confronts it is ilegent. The Lynching of the three Lowmans; one of those a woman, one of them a der acquitted as innocent, was peculiarly cruel. The evidence of the identity of some members of the mob is clear. This evidence is in form to go before the Grand Jury. The hoodlums, the Negro-battlers, the politicians of the Gole. Blase type, are asking, "What are you going to do about it?" If there are no indictments the conspiracy should be prosecuted. South Carolina the mob is stronger than the law. The eyes of the South should be upon Alken and Columbia. "There is no defense for lynching to which an American; State can give a moment's tolerance in the second quarter of the twentieth century. The old excuse of the "usual crime" has always been simply bunk. There were 2,254 recorded lynchings in the United States during the thirty-year period ending in 1918. Loss than one-fifth of the colored men lynch'd were, even accused of the "usual crime". This roster of lynchings actually included fifty colored women. The motives for lynching vary. But there can be little doubt that the principal motive in the 4,000 lynchings which are estimated to have occurred in the South since reconstruction deserves significant and white men lynch'd as a subordinate race struggling to rise. When the Negroes become self-assertive, these men decide that a lynching "will take it out of them." That is the conclusion of careful students. Gov. Dorsey of Georgia told a conference which he called in 1921, when the State in two years had witnessed 135 cases of lynching or outrageous assault: In some counties the Negro is being driven out as though he were a wild beast. In others he is being held as a slave. In others he is Negro remain. In only two cases the victim is cited as the "usual crime" involved. The Western States have long since suppressed lynching, and there is no reason why the South cannot do as well. In fact, it has already shown what it can do. In 1937 there were sixty-one lynchings, a normal number. But that year the agitation for the Dyer, Anti-Lynching Bill reached its faint, while the South took alarm also at the continued northward migration of Negroes. The number of lynchings declined to twenty-eight in 1923 and sixteen in 1924; it remained at sixteen in 1925. This was due to the pressure of public opinion and the wide effect of the repressive measures of such Governors as Dorsey of Georgia and Morrison of North Carolina. Now the totals show a tendency to rise; but what the South has done once it can do again. It needs Sheriffs who will use the boss or ar. if necessary, the riot gun; county prosecutors who will obtain indictments and Governors who will spur on the local officers. Georgia had just ode indictment to 400 lynchings before Governor Dorsey entered office; but the year 1922 saw twenty-two mob partidants indicted and four sent to the penitentiary. Behind the local officers should stand an increasingly aggressive public opinion. The press, represented by such newspapers as the Columbia State, the Birmingham Age-Herald, the Charleston Times, the attention, has given far more attention to lynching in the last few years than before. Southern denominations, sup- Mina'sine, thank you! It wasn't always so. I was a little nervous. 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County committees on race relations, and even county leagues for law enforcement have increased rapidly. Lynching is to a large extent an evil concentrated in a small number of backward communities. Oushaita Parish in Louisiana is credited with nineteen lynchings in thirty-four years, Caddo Parish with eighteen. Marion County in Florida with thirteen, Hinds County in Mississippi with twelve. An impressive number of counties in even Georgia and Mississippi have never had a single Lynching. A vigorous State opinion can make the delinquency counties ashamed of themselves. It is the foregoing that we must at Alken that it will be many years before that community, justified as it is, permits another Lynching. The worst blot on the South, the worst blot on American Civilization, is Lynching. "Is the State of Rutledge and Hayne and Calhoun going to deal with that blot as it should? (continued from page 2) dom. 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