New York Age

SOME PERSONAL NOTES ON DIXON He Has Always Been Erratic and a Disturbing Genius in Public Affairs Gained Reputation While a Young Man as Supporter of Movements Which Were Calculated to Injure Best Interests of People. LAWYER TURNED PREACHER Inflated Self-Conceit Because of a Fancied Resemblance to Lincoln—With Greed for Money, he Capitalizes Prejudice to Pecuniary Profit for Himself. Special to The New York Age. GREENSBORO, N. C., May 18—That Tom Dixon has always been a disturber of the peace of the people and a perverter of moral influence is brought out most clearly in the subjoined letter, written by a man who has known Dixon during the greater part of his life. Contact between the two began, as the writer puts it, early in the eighties, when Dixon was a law student in this town. It is shown in this letter that Dixon's bump of concept was increased considerably when some of his youthful admirers discovered that he bore a fancied resemblance to Abraham Lincoln. It is thought this accounts for his present attitude in posing as an interpreter of Lincoln's sentiments. During a short period in the state legislature he gained some unenviable prominence by opposing a bill intended to promote morality and decency. For obvious reasons the identity of the writer of this interesting letter is not disclosed, but the editor of The Age has personal knowledge of his responsibility and truthfulness. Who is Tom Dixon, Jr. Anyway? The letter follows: To the Editor of The Age: As an evidence in part, of the estimate in which Tom Dixon is held by his own people in his native state read what the "Greensboro Daily Record" has to say of him in comparison with his brother, Frank Dixon: Mr. Dixon, who spoke before the Chautauqua last night is a brother of Tom Dixon, a kind of man, though equally as entertaining and less of a crank. But who is Tom Dixon, Jr. anyway who has for over a decade made it his wicked business to capitalise the savage instincts in the white man of this country by appealing to his race prejudice? Here is a little bit of history, which shows that he is throwing a little light on the early career of this gentleman. The first time the writer ever knew or saw Thomas Dixon was when he was studying law in Greenboro, N. C. sometime in the 80's. He was no stride the streets of the city, feeling told by some of his admirers that he bore a likeness to the lamented Abraham Lincoln. Little did we think then that this character was destined to be so much a disturber of the peace and harmony which would exist between country but for his exaggerated and nefarious novels, dramas and photo-play, "The Birth of a Nation." Dixon Opposed Moral Measures. Soon after graduating in law, before Dixon was elected by the white voters of his native county (Shelby) to represent them in the state legislature. It is a matter of public record that, while he was a member to the legislature, Dixon usually took the initiative and became the leader of a small body of people who represented for its object the maintenance of a high moral standard among the people of the state. For instance, one of the most important and vital measures that was warmly discussed in the legislature at that time was a bill introduced to prohibit, the sale from the news stands and in the book stores and other places in the state of such questionable publications not being allowed to sell. This bill was distinctively emphasized by the members in favor of it, to be to prevent, as far as possible, the corruping of the morals of the youth and others who might be weak in this particular life, bringing out of the state publicists whose pages appealed to the base and lower animal instincts and passions by compelling land and young. Female forces in suggestive pictures. In addition, the spokesmen of the state insisted members like Dixon to be immediately opposed the bill, and warning it became clear how bad it was. It is necessary critically and deliberately to every leading paper in the journal being an advocate of the virtue and evil instead of the goodness and the goodness of the power of the time editor of the "Daily Critic" or the "News Observer" and in a leading editorial on the bill before the legislature, characterized Thus, Dixon has "a brilliant but erratic Soon after his legislative experience, which was a failure and fortunately brief, Dixon decided to change front; so putting on "the delivery of heaven to serve the devil in," he next posed as a minister of the gospel (God gave the mark) and served one or two charges in this state. Realizing that his field, for devilment was too small hard and his services not appreciated as his wicked aspirations desired, he pulled up stake and enigrated to Brooklyn, N. Y. where after becoming a dismal failure as pastor of an independent church which he there established, he finally decided to cast aside the false garb in which he had been leading before the publi- and disclose himself in his true character. What that is, unfortunately, is too well-known, as it is disgracefully revealed in his publications, written for the vicious purpose of exploiting and commercializing race 'prejudice to gratify his unholy ambition—to make money. We must confess our surprise and disappointment in the Northern white prowess, where we are friends to the Negro, would for one minute create such a damnable photokay as, "The Birth of a Nation" which is also, likely false from beginning to end, and an outrageous slander of an innocent, helpless struggling race. Here in his own native state, as well as in the leading cities of the South, "The Birth of a Nation" would either be prohibited; or receive "a gift" as, "The Clansman," did, when Dixon intended to introduce it here a few years ago. Therefore when we review the career of Thos. Dixon, Jr. we are inevitably led to the conclusion that, it is as impossible to change the innate characteristics of some persons as it is to change, "the leopard spots," etc. CAMPAIGN AGAINST ALL VICIOUS PHOTO PLAYS VICIOUS PHOTO PLAYS The prevalence at this time of photo plays based on stories which have the race question as a theme, the plays in every instance presenting the Negro in an objectionable light, is causing the race in all sections of the country to enter vigorously into a campaign which will prevent the showing of these plays in their respective cities. Dr. Booker T. Washington has issued from Tuskegee Institute, Ala., a timely word of warning to the race in all sections of the country, emphasizing the advisability of adopting preventory tactics before the pictures can secure a foothold, as it will be much easier to prevent their coming in than to stop them after they get in. The following is the text of Dr. Washington's warning: Adopt Measures in Advance. To the Editor of The Age: I wish to urge our people everywhere to "take time by the forelock and adopt in advance such measures which will help them to photoplay, "THE BIRTH OF A NATION" in any community, North or South. It will be a serious and grave mistake to wait until the pictures are actually exhibited in these cities and then attempt to close them up. Another and more important reason for this is that once the play has been put on in a skilfully initiate opposition on account city, the managers, encourage and ever of the advertising the play receives when attempts are made to stop it. The people in Chicago are acting very confident in containing its appearance; and this is the place which it would be well for every community to pursue. In each town where there is a possibility of this play, being put on, it would be well to have a committee of citizens representing the churches, the church and the business man to take the initiative in lodging a suitable objection. The play is fundamentally wrong in that it attempts to deal with the development of America since the abolition of slavery by ignoring the subjection of slavery to the cruel misunderstandings of the readjustment period in which unfortunate individuals of both races figured. No matter, how many other artistic and historic features the play has to engage ultimate result will be to intensify this problem, thereby do great and lasting harm to both races. (Signed) BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Chicago Mayor Bars Play Chicago, Ill., May 15—Thomas Dixon's "Birth of a Nation" which has caused such a furor all over the East, will not be shown in Chicago as song as Mayor Thompson is in office. The mayor gave his final answer on this question a few days ago, saying there would be no production of this play in this city during his four years as mayor. He said that he would use all power of the city to mayor to this play. "The Birth of a Nation" or any other play reflected on any race or nationality. He had been informed that this particular play, "The Birth of a Nation" had been the cause of race riots in the East and that the play was an insult to the colored people' of this country. He therefore decided that there should be none of that in Chicago as long as he is mayor of this city. In the effort to stop the presentation of "The Birth of a Nation," which has been going on for two months in New York City, the following strong letter has been addressed to Mayor John Purry, Mitchel, by Miss Rosalie C. Jons, a southern white woman living in New York, and who is prominently identified with the guillafrasian movement. Miss Jons's letter is as follows: for the cause is followed by the St. Matthew's Mitchell— Dear Sir: May we not turn to you, representatives of all our races and classes in this great city, to beg you to do so, privately and with justice to the people of the United States, to the Birth of a Nation. From it misleading title to its sacreligious calling, it is an affront to all the degen- people of this community, and a gratuitous insult to our justice and citizenship. It is a malicious and necary attempt to reopen old sores, reawaker-old emissaries between the North and South. I pres- THE CLEF CLUB CARNIVAL slave of the past, and makes progress harder for the already unjustly handicapped freeman of to-day. If you allow it to continue here, it will perhaps arouse a dangerous condition of race and sectional feeling that will bloom on aunity free, at from that curse. It is not the first time that the Devil has donned holy garb or made a mockery of Christ's image, and this spectacular creation ends, after making a "Roman holiday" assassination of Lincoln and deliberate murder of four others, with a hypocritical white of "Brotherly love." Dear Mr. Mayor, won't you do better for us than those who "passed"; this vicious and vulgar film, and prove yourself once more the embodiment of the truly democratic spirit of this town. I have made this letter personal, because I wish to protest both as a Sothern woman and a citizen of New York. I am sending you also affixed in protest the signatures of some who may be better known to you. (Signed) ROSALIE C. JONAS. From out in Spokane, Washington, comes a letter telling of the light made by the Negroes of that city against the photo play, "The Nigger" which had been presented, in other Pacific coast towns. The people of Portland, Tacoma, and Seattle had given it a black eye, even the whites withholding their patronage. When it appeared in Spokane, being billed for the Liberty Theatre, a delegation from the Colored Men's Business League waited on the mayor and protested against the production. The mayor issued orders that the play could only be produced under certain restrictions and provisions. The management found that the theatre management was advertising the play by means of large placards 'placed on wagons and sent about the city streets, displaying the title. A protest was immediately made to the manager of the theatre, who was advised of the friction it would cause, and he promptly withdrew the advertising from the streets. VAST HOST PAY TRIBUTE TO LATE BISHOP TURNER local to The New York Age. ATLANTA, GA., May 19.—Seldum has a larger crowd witnessed a funeral here than the one that saw the last rites paid to Bishop Henry M. Turner at Big Thief M. E. Church today. Bishop of the church, general officers and visiting ministers, to pay a last tribute of respect to the man that organized the work in Georgia, but whose influence is seen in the work being done by denomination in West and South Africa and in various sections of the United States. The services were conducted by Bishop James S. Flipper, of this city. He paid a splendid tribute to the life of the deceased prelate. Others taking part in the services included: Bishops C. S. Smith, Levi J. Coppin, William D. Chappelle, Joshua H. Jones, H. B. Parks, B. F. Lee, C. T. Shaffer and J. M. Conner. The following bishops were unable to be present: Evans Tyrege, who is presiding over the sessions of the Philadelphia Conference at Dover, Del; J. Albert Johnson, who is in South Africa; W. H. Heard, who is in West Africa, and John Hurst, who is visiting the work of the denomination in South America and the West Indies. Telegrams of condolence and resolutions from various religious bodies eulogized the deceased bishop. Many were the tributes paid by prominent whites here when they heard that the prelate was dead. As was told in THE AGE last week, Bishop Turner died in Windsor, Ont., on May 8. He was born in South Carolina 83 years ago, and enjoyed the distinction of having been the first colored man appointed to a chaplaincy in the United States Army. He was elected a bishop in 1880 and had his funeral occurred day later it would have been on the thirty-fifth anniversary of his elevation to the episcopacy. PHILA. CONFERENCE PHILA. CONSTITUTED BY HONORS DEAD BISHOP Special to The New York Age. DOVER, DEL. - May 19.—The ninety-ninth annual session of the Philadelphia Conference of the African Methodist Church opened here, with ministers from Delaware, the Eastern part of Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, as well as many visitors in attendance. In calling the session to order, Bishop Evans Tyrece paid a tribute to the late Bishop Henry M. Turner and a number of the ministers joined in eulogizing the dead prelate. A telegram of sympathy was dispatched to Atlanta, where the funeral is taking place. Aside from arranging for the centennial of the denomination, which will be observed at the session of the General Conference in Philadelphia next May, interest is centered in the election on Thursday of delegates to the General Conference. The Conference will adjourn Monday COUNCILMAN CUMMINGS TO SPEAK IN NEW YORK The Maghattan Branch of the Young Men's Christian Association is preparing for its fourteenth anniversary exercise which will be held at the Abyssinian Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon May 30 at 5:30 or clock. Hearts St. Cummings, the well-known councilman of Baltimore, will deliver the anniversary address. Mrs. Cummings has just been reelected after a hard and bitter fight. Church Has Raised 14,779.50 in Four Years, and Membership Has Increased More than 100 percent—The Pastor Is Recipient of Gold Watch and Chain. Jubilant and large congregations were present all day Sunday, May 10, at the Mount Olivet Baptist Church, West Side street, when its members and friends joyously celebrated the thirty-seventh anniversary of the church in conjunction with the fourth anniversary of its pastor, the Rev. W. B. Hayes. Each department of the church held exercises or services that were largely attended, notwithstanding that Sunday was a cold and rainy day. At 11 a. m., the anniversary sermon of the church was preached by the Rev. C. T. Walker of Augusta, Ga., who served as pastor of Mt. Olivet from 1900 to 1904. His subject was: "The Lord the Founder of Zion." At 2 p. m., the School School listened to a paper on the "History of the Sunday School" by Wesley Norman, superintendent, and an address by N. B. Dodson, superintendent of Concord Baptist Church, Brooklyn, and president of the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Convention. Equally as enthusiastic were the exercises of the Baptist Young People's Union at 5 p. m., Charles C. Allison, Jr., read a paper, "History of Senior B. Y. P. U." and Miss Mildred Stephens realed a paper, "History of Junior B. Y. P. U." At the evening service, the members of Mt. Olivet, through the Good Will Club, Mrs. M. Steinberger, president, showed the esteem in which the pastor, the Rev. Mr. Hayes, is held when their representative, Bats, Batts, chairman of the board of deacon, surprised him with a solid gold watch and chain, costing $76.50. The Rev. Mt. Olivet, of Philadelphia, preached the anniversary sermon on the subject, "God's Care for His Chief Servants." Special and beautiful music was well rendered by the choir, W. L. Imes, choirist and organist, including, "One Sweetly Solemn Thought." by a quartet comprising James Brown, John Kirby, John Henderson, and William Spotswood. Miss Anna Immanuel sang "Ave Maria." The Rev. D. W. Wisher, formerly a pastor of Mt. Olivet for a period of more than 21 years, was present at the Sunday School exercises. Other prominent persons present were the Rev. A. Clayton Powell and Mrs. Lucy Swan, one of the twenty-one persons who founded Mt. Olivet. A neat souvenir program, in pamphlet form, comprehensively giving a brief historical sketch of the church and its passors with their pictures was prepared by the Rev. Mr. Hayes and distributed among the members and friends. The financial report shows that the church is in excellent condition. The pastor having kept always in mind a united church has had all departments working in perfect harmony. From May, 1911, to May, 1915, $42,779.50 has been collected, an average of about $111-000 a year. The membership has increased more than 100 per cent, 1900 being the present membership. The pastor has conducted 195 funerals, married 110 couples; made 556 sermons and addresses and made 926 sick calls. The church attendance has been good. Collection for Sunday was $410. The church is making extensive preparations for the New England Baptist Missionary Convention, which convenes June 15. PROBATION OFFICERS TAKING SCHOOL CENSUS Specialty The New York Arch Specialty The New York Are. PHILADELPHIA, PA., May 19.—The three colored probation officers, Mrs. Norma Woodson, Mrs. Elsie G. Taylor and Miss Bertha Myers, with the other attendance officers, started on Friday, May 14. to take the annual school census. The probation officers were guests at the banquet given Tuesday evening at the Adelphi Hotel in honor of the Board of Judges of the Municipal Court REDUCE PENALTIES IN: CIVIL RIGHTS BILL Signed to: The New York Are Sarah to The New York Age. HAWKSING, PA. May 19.—The Negro Rights Bill was reported out of the Senate committee Monday was amended by it, reducing the limit of damages that may be recovered and the fines from $500 to $100. The prison penalty was stricken out. NEXT WEEK AT LAFAYETTE May and May (Strinebennal) J. Lebutte Wilton G. Wilk Review Family Wise And three other acts. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person, but no discernible details can be made out. DR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Spoke Four Times in Greater New York. Last Sunday. ORANGE METHODISTS OPPOSE RETURN OF SMITH Special to The New York Age. ORANGE, N. J., May 19.—The return to the pastorate of St. Paul A. M. E. Church of the Rev. R. B. Smith, who went from the church to the presiding eldership a year ago is alleged to creating dissatisfaction and trouble. The charge is made by some of the members that his being old and a pastor is in accordance with an agreement entered into between the minister and district Tyree a year ago. IN HIS WILL, DENTIST REMEMBERS. OLD L. Special to The New York Age. JERSEY CITY, N. J., May 19.—The of Dr. Thomas T. Wilkerson, a whose offices were at 75 Montgomery street, occurred on May 5 at Ayor. The probation of his will on Tu 18, brings some interesting doom to him. Dr. Wilkerson came originally Northampton County, North Ca The Rev. Mr. Smith had served as pastor at St. Paul for five years, and the report is that he was made a presiding elder and given the Newark district, retaining his residence at Orange, with the understanding that at the end of the first year he would be returned to the Orange pastorate. Evidence of the dissatisfaction which obtains is shown in the alleged action of certain factions in the church. It is reported that one faction put locks on the doors and gates, but that the faction supporting the new minister, who is said to be "the bishop's pet and the choice of the minority," took them off and that the presiding elder, with six policemen, went in and installed the pastor. Charges are being freely circulated to the effect that politics, graft and cliques are ruling in the church, and that the bishop is ruling against the best interest and the majority who support the church, and it is alleged that this is being done to build up a state or district organization. AUBURN RY:COMPANY CANNOT DISCIMINATE Special to The New York Ark. AUGUST, N. J., May 19—First colored persons have as much right to dance in the pavilion at Lakeside Park as white people was, in effect, the conclusion of a jury in Supreme Court Monday, May 10, when it decided that the Auburn & Syracuse Electric Railroad Company was wrong in barring Carroll H. Johnson, colored, of this city, from the dance floor on June 12, 1914. A penalty in the sum of $150 against the company was voted the plaintiff by the jury. It was the most important case of its kind ever determined, in this county, probably, and interest in the outcome was keen. There will be an appeal. The Carroll H. Johnson action was a test case. There are eleven other cases calendar for the May term in which the case, colored persons doing the plaintiffs, and the defendant the same in each case. Attorneys agreed that it would be necessary to try but one, the decision to stand for all. One of the cases was tried at the same term of Supreme Court and resulted in a disagreement. The trouble arose when a large number of colored persons assembled at the park to celebrate Hattier Tulman Day. Some of the young persons wanted to dance, but when they offered to purchase buttons giving them the privilege of the floor in the pavilion they were refused, was the allegation. That this was because of their color was the complaint made later when the actions were started and penalties were demolished, it being alleged that the troller company which owned the pavilion had violated the Civil Rights Law. Thus the race question became an issue in the county for the first time in many years. IN HIS WILL, DENTIST REMEMBERS. OLD LOVE Special to The New York Age: JERSEY CITY, N. J., May 19.—The death of Dr. Thomas T. Wilkerson, a dentist whose offices were at 75 Montgomery street, occurred on May 5 at Avon, N. J. The probation of his will on Tuesday, May 18 brings some interesting developments to Dr. Wilkerson came originally from Northampton County, North Carolina, and was said to have been a colored man, although his practice and associates were among the whites. About fourteen years ago he was engaged to Miss Elizarita Doctor, but the marriage did not take place, and it was thought, by people who knew, that it was because of the race identity of the doctor. The young lady later became Mrs. Peterson and now lives in Jersey City. In his will Dr. Wilkerson bequeathes one-half of his estate, which is reported to be valued at about $20,000, to his former fiance, and the New Jersey Title and Guarantee Company of New Jersey is named as the executor. A bequest of $500 is made to Henderson Tucker ofrienrico, N. C., for a monument over the testator's grave in the family burial plot in Northampton County. All of his books are bequeathed to St. Augustine Institute, a school for Negro children at Raleigh, N. C., conducted by the Episcopal Church. Nancy W. Edmunds and Henderson Tucker of North Carolina are named among the residuary legacies. ABYSSINIAN B. CHURCH HAS RAISED $28,000.00 Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Rev. A. Clayton Powell, pastor, West 40th street, has raised during the past year from all sources, $28,090.95. Every auxiliary of the church, save one, re- ported a balance in treasury. The church membership now numbers 3,054, the accessions during the year to- tallied 380. For education, missions and charitable objects, the church and auxi- liaries contributed $1,131.10, besides material donations to many families and individuals. The Friendly Society, a benefi- cial organization for the church members only, paid out in sick and death benefits, $890.70, and retains in treasury $1,467.70. The annual corporation meeting was held Wednesday evening, May 12, and the following officers were elected: Trustees, Thomas Johnson, W. C. Cole, Luther Smith, A. J. Gary, W. H. Mar- low, treasurer; S. R. Skerritt, clerk; Miss Dorothy Boyd, assistant; W. H. Taylor, superintendent Sunday School. IUDGE TERRELL, MAKES COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS Special to The New York Age. MARTINSVILLE, V.K., May 18—Judge Robert H. Terrell, of the Municipal Court of the District of Columbia, was the commencement orator at Martinsville Christian Institute, in the two sessions, held last night. Judge Terrell was the guest of Principal James H. Thomas. Judge Terrell stopped at Danville, on Sunday, and held the State Easter Conference, an address to that body. He returned to Danville to await and will address the citizens of town tonight. Members of the Race are Advised to Settle Permanently in Some Locality and Become Fixtures in their Community Life—Future Competition from European People Forecasted. Dr. Booker T. Washington spoke four times on Sunday, May 16, to audiences in New York and Brooklyn, numbering in the aggregate 9,000 to 10,000. Every auditorium in which he appeared was filled to overflowing saye at the 11 o'clock meeting, when the early hour and the downpour of rain conspired to keep some of the folks away. But even at that, the large and spacious building had very few vacant spaces. The series of meetings throughout the day were under the auspices of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes and the meeting at 4 o'clock was in interest of the Young Women's Christian Association. Besides dwelling upon measures that will prevent sickness and ensure health, Dr. Washington emphasized the importance of members of the race settling down and becoming anchored in their respective communities, in business and in home life. Party of Notables. A party of notables accompanied the guest of honor, and was transported to the various points in automobiles tendered for the day by Miss Mary Dreir and Mrs. Frederick S. Lee. In the machine with Dr. Washington were Major R. R. Moton, commandant of Hampton Institute, who was also a special guest of honor; W. David Washington, son and secretary to Dr. Washington; W. H. Baldwin, 3d, representing his mother, who is the president of the Urban League, and the widow of the late W. H. Baldwin, Jr., who was president of the Long Island Railroad, and a trustee of Uskusegge Institute; Dr. E. P. Roberts; Dr. Dias, Roberts; Fred R. Moore, editor of THE York, Age, and former minister to Liberia; the second machine were L. Hollingsworth Wood, secretary of the Urban League; Lyman Beecher Stowe, grandson; Harriet Beecher, Stowe; Engine Kinkele Jones, associate director of the league; J. T. Clark, secretary of the Housing Bureau of the league; R. W. Thompson, of Washington, D. C. The first meeting was held at the Union, Baptist Church, 12 West 63rd street, the Rev George H. Sims, pastor at 11 o'clock. Fully a thousand people were present, notwithstanding the early hour and a cold, searching rain. As at other meetings, a most enthusiastic reception was given the speaker. The Rev Dr. Sims, pastor, presided, and introduced the speakers. Music was furnished for the exercises by the Union Baptist Church choir. The principal address was made by Dr. Washington, and he advised his heeders not to be ashamed of their race to take advantage of the work, full opportunities offered at this time. No other race on the face of the globe has progressed as rapidly in fifty years as the Negro. Major R.R. Motton spoke of the work of the League and its heeds, and superintended the taking of a liberal collection. Magnificent Audience The beautiful new auditorium at Palace Casino, 135th Street, street 10, Madison avenue, was a fit getting for the, great outpouring, of people, who congregated there to hear Dr. Washington's second speech, at the day. Only holders of reserved, seat tickets, were admitted prior to 10:30 o'clock, but the walkways on both sides of the entrance, was brushed with a tumultuous mass, waiting, for the hour when the doors would be opened for the mini-holders of tickets. Before the doors were opened to these general public hold- of doors had filled more than two-quarters of the casino's large assembly hall, who came after seats were unable to secure seats. At this time, the audience overflowing into the secure room, the doors of which were opened, and into the vestibule, after filling the asis of the churche with staircases. The crowd extended out to the curb, the sidewalk and front yard where the congregation being filled with folks who could not get into the churche, but who remained in the hope of seeing Dr. Washington when he came out. The Rev. William M. Moss, pastor of Concord, presided, and the church choir with Mme. Daisy Tanley at the organ. the 2,000 listeners and especially the white portion of the crowd, of which there were many. The program had in it throughout a strain of the religious element, most of the choral numbers being anthem from church hymnology. This the leaders claimed, is the true folk singing of the race, and reflects their nature in a way not observed in the minstrel song from the amusement platform. The solo work was done by person all of whom reside in the city, and its quality, accuracy and softness were a HOW TO BE BEAUTIFUL BY USING WALKER'S Toilet and Hair Preparations It is necessary to have clear smooth skin as well as hair to be beautiful. Walker's Black-Ne-More A Cream for bleaching and beautify THE HOUSE of QUALITY Acknowledged the Leading House of the Hair Goods Trade. WHY THIS REPUTATION BECAUSE Among those seated on the platform besides the Washington party, were James C. Thomas, Sr., James Reese Europe, Dr. Gertrude Curtis McPheron, Mrs. Rosalie McLendon, Mrs. Anna Greene, Dr. Gustavus Henderson, J. Robinson, C. G. Allen, Philin A. Dayton, Lucien H. White, and other business and professional men of Greater New York. The Hon. Marcus M. Marks, president of the Borough of Manhattan, was the presiding officer of this meeting, and it was introduced by Eugene Kinkele Jones, associate director of the Urban League. Mr. Jones gave a brief resume of the work and objects of the league. President Marks made an eloquent address, in which he urged the value of preventive measures in the protection of health as against curative agencies after disease had been incurred. His references to the persecutions suffered by his race, the Hebrews, and the fellow feeling kindled thereby in his heart for the Negro, struck a responsive chord in the vast audience, which applauded with vigor. He aroused intense interest when he told of an incident happening before he became a public official. His friendship with Dr. Washington dated back, he said, to quite a number of years ago. He was in business, and many of his best customers were in the south. "On one occasion, when Dr. Washington had been invited to be his guest at luncheon, with a number of other gentlemen to be present, two of his salesmen, southerners, had come to him and advised that the luncheon he called off, because otherwise his firm could sell no more goods in the south. Mr. Marks declared that he told the salesmen his firm would get along without the southern trade, if necessary, but the luncheon was held. As a matter of fact, he said, the southern trade was not lost, because, as a rule, all that is necessary is to put on a brave front to opposition and it withers away. Ovation to Washington and Party, In the midst of Mr. Marks speech, Dr. Washington and party entered by a side door. The audience, catching sight of him, burst into applause that interrupted the speech, and continued until the guest of honor, Major Moton, and the others of the party had secured seats on the stage. Mr. Marks then concluded his speech, which was received with maked favor. The orchestra and chorus from the Music School Settlement, J. Rosamond Johnson, supervisor, were heard next in an orchestral number and in the singing of the chorus composed by Mr. Johnson, "Southladd." The music was very good, especially the orchestral and chorus work. When Dr. Washington was introduced, the audience of 8,000 or more rose to its feet in greeting, and for several minutes the speaker could only stand and bow his acknowledgments. When finally he could begin his speech he launched at once into an earnest exhortation to his people to become permanent factors as individuals and as a race in the community life wherever they may be located. The time has come, he said, when the future salvation of the race is to be safeguarded by steps taken now to control homes and businesses. Prophesying that the close of the present European war will mean the influx into this country of countless hordes seeking homes under a new dispensation. Dr. Washington declared that the Negro's only chance to withstand the powerful power of the white man was to establish himself permanently, as a home owner and as a business man. The great need is to get away from the condition of being subject to another man's authority and get a foothold in some enterprise which will spell independence. Dr. Washington spoke for an hour and at the close of his speech the audience repeated its ovation to him. Major Moton was to have spoken in the interest of the league, and take a collection for its work, but the audience began, to disintegrate as soon as Dr. Washington concluded his remarks, the majority of the audience having an evident desire to get to the street where a closer view might be had of the distinguished-guest as he left in the automobile for the next speaking point. Meeting for the Y. W. C. A. The third meeting was held at the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Rev. A. Clayton Powell pastor, 240 West 40th street, under the auspices of the Y. W. C. A. Mrs. Emma S. Ransom, president, and Mrs. Cecelia Cahanis, secretary. The Rev. Reverdy C. Ransom introduced the speakers. Mrs. J. C. Thomas, vice-president of the Y. W. C. A., presided in place of Mrs. Ransom, who is confined to her home from injuries received on board one of the Sound boats while enroute to her summer home on Long Island. The program was in charge of Mme. V. E. Scott, and Mrs. C. E. Cabnsis, secretary, spoke of the work and needs of the association. Fully 1,500 people greeted the Tuskegee in this meeting, and his address was listened to-with close attention and deep appreciation. Major Moton addressed the audience also. The following was the program: Singing, "All Hall the Power of Jesus Name," congregation; prayer, the Rev H. A. Booker, pastor of St. Paul's Baptist Church; scripture reading, the Rev A. Clayton Powell; singing, "Onward Christian-Soldiers"; introductory remarks, Mrs. J. C. Thomas, first vicepresident; singing, New York Female Quartet, Mrs. M. Diggs, Mrs. Chas Mayfield, Mrs. Parthehn Lane, Miss Spinns address, Mrs. Bolton Washington, ibis, Mrs. Majal Diggs; remarks, Major R. R. Moten; singing, New York Female Quartet; offering; notices; singing, New York Female Quartet; benediction the Rev R. C Ransom. Brooklyn's Outpouring. might, the audience overflowing into the lecture room, the doors of which were opened, and into the vestibule, after filling the asies of the church with stances. The crowd extended out to the curbling, the sidewalk and front yard of the church being filled with folks who could not get into the church, but who remained in the hope of seeing Dr. Washington when he came out. The Rev. William M. Moss, pastor of Concord, presided, and the church choir, with Mme. Daisy Tapley at the organ, furnished the music. Dr. Washington's address was along the line of those delivered at the previous meetings, and he owed upon the "Opportunities anrded in New York City for advancement of the Negro race." After referring to the many possibilities open to the race along business lines. Do not miss out of the expression we are a downtrodden race, do not insult into the hearts of young children, do not be discouraged or too easily saddened with your position, no man white or black can succeed without a struggle. Any man who begins at the bottom and succeeds is bound to succeed. If you are a race we are entitled to a place in society and politics and those rights will come quicked if we work together. Never be discouraged. If you fall to-day, you will win to-morrow. When I pass, a drug store or a dry goods store and see a colored man employed, he is either sweeping or dusting or washing. Now let him be dissatisfied with that position and do something else; gets into the professions, gets into the office, labor is honorable, idleness is disgraceful. In order to compete with people coming here from foreign countries, you must work; unless you do this our race will go down. If you have a strong, vigorous, healthy body, do not ruin it by frequenting drinking places, gambling establishments and dance halls. When you lose your job by doing these things, do not cry. They drew the color line. Practice thrift; start a bank account to mortgage; if it be only a dollar. "Of course we have race prejudice to contend with, but what is that? A few nations in Europe are killing thousands because of race prejudice. God for you is cast under the shadow of the States and Africa are in the best country in the world for the colored people. You may censure it, but go to Europe and would return to boost the United States and to remain here. "The American Indians have been recently voted $10,000,000 by Congress. Never since the days of Reconstruction has the American Negro asked Congress for a dollar." FLORIDA LEGISLATOR BARS NEGRO LAWYER Special to The New York Age. apart to the New York Age. TWILLIAMSE, FLA., May 18.—Among the freak legislative bills passed by southern legislatures, the Florida house of representatives has set a precedent of passing a bill to prevent Negro lawyers from practicing in this state. The bill was called up just before adjournment on May 8 and passed without a dissenting vote, though a number were present who did not vote. The bill was presented by Representative Davis, of St. John's county, who is an enthusiast for or against everything coming before the house. It was called up by Representative Davis, of Jackson county, who denominated it the most important legislation of the session. While on its third reading, the author stated in behalf of its passage that every time an examination was held by the Supreme Court there was one or more Negro applicants and he wanted to fix it so there would be no more of them. He thought there was no danger of Negroes amounting to much as practitioners, because they stood no more show before a jury than a rat in hades, but the object he said, was to fix it so they could not apply for certificates. Mr. Davis, of Jackson, not wanting to be outdone in enthusiasm, moved to waive the rules and immediately certify the bill to the senate, requesting them to waive their rules and pass it as once. The latter part of the motion the chair refused to put, presumably on the ground that it is not considered good taste for one branch of the legislature to make suggestions to the other. FOLK SONG FESTIVAL IN SPRINGFIELD, ILL. Special to THE NEW YORK AGE. SPRINGFIELD, IL., May 18—Tuesday evening, May 11, Mme. E. Azalia Hackley directed a chorus of 150 voices in a folk song festival at the State Arsenal under the auspices of the Springfield Colored Women's Club. Only compositions by Negro composers were given, and that the work of the chorus, under Mme. Hackley's expert direction, was appreciated is shown by the comments of two of the Springfield dailies, as follows: (From Springfield News-Record) The first attempt that has been made in this city to carry out the suggestion given by the Russel Sage Survey Recreation Committee to develop the native musical talents of the Negro population was successfully carried out and the Woman's Club of this city gave a choral festival in which one hundred and fifty trained voices participated. The investigations of the Recreation Committee showed that there is a large body of music layers in the city who are unable to gratify their longing to hear good music, and it was suggested properly trained the Negro might be able to supply this musical demand. The exhibition last evening was one of the most remarkable ever given in this city. Imbued with the enthusiasm of their remarkable leader, Mme. E. A. Hackley, the hundred and fifty voices of the Negro community understood of the technique of parsing and a feeling for tone values that was truly extraordinary. A large attendance was present at the armory and was enthusiastic in appreciation of the fine work done. The colorful, colored clutch blingy will be formed. (From Illinois State Register) The native poetry in the soul of the race was given adequate expression last night at the State Arsenal, where 150 young men and women sang folk songs and gave themselves completely over to the joy of singing. The festival was presented under the auspices of the Springfield Colored Women's Club, and was directed by Mme. E. Azalea Hackley. the 2,000 listeners and especially the white portion of the crowd, of which there were many. The program had in it throughout a strain of the religious element, most of the choral numbers being anthems from church hymnology. This the choral claims in the irrepulsive singing of the race, and reflects their nature in a way not observed in the minstrel songs from the amusement platform. The solo work was done by persons, all of whom reside in the city, and its quality, accuracy and softness were a credit to persons of greater reputation. The chorus singing showed intense application throughout the three weeks in charge, for the attacks and the diminues were made with perfect control. The singers appeared to carry their work immensely and throw themselves wholeheartedly into every number. RICHMOND, VA, May 18. The colored schools of Henrico county observed May 12 as rally day at their exhibit of industrial work in the Sunday School room of Ebenezer Church, Judah and Leigh streets. This exhibit was gathered together and arranged by the colored teachers of the county under the direction of Miss Virginia Randolph, supervising industrial teacher, and includes specimens of many kinds of hand work made by the pupils of the various schools of the county. This exhibit marks the close of the seventh year of this work in Henrico county, which was first started under the auspices of Jackson Davis, then county superintendent, and has been continued and developed under the direction of his successor, Superintendent A. D. Wright, until the exhibit this year marks the largest and best assortment of work of the kind that the colored schools of Henrico have gotten together. THREE COLORED MEN ON PATERSON GRAND JURY Special to The New York Age. PATTERSON, N. J. May 19—Through the efforts of the Civic Association of Paterson, three Negroes, Isaiah Collins, Thomas H. Williams and William E. Hooper, have been chosen to serve on the Passaic County Grand Jury. This is the first time colored men have been accorded this degree of recognition. Mr. Collins is the only Negro justice of the peace, and is a real estate and insurance broker; Mr. Williams has been in the employ of Henry B. Clarke for twenty years; Mr. Hooper is proprietor of handle and lumber works, being well known in the trade as a manufacturer. There are two colored men on the petit jury, also, William C. Monroe, one of the largest caterers in the city, and Lewis A. Mitchel, a retired watchmaker and jeweler. The civic league officers are John A. Huggs, president; John Junco, secretary; Robert A. Delaney, treasurer. BAPTISM OF NINE IN RIVER ATTRACTS CROWD Special to the New York Age. PHILADELPHIA, PA, May 19.—While 550 spectators shivered in the cold wind on the banks of the Delaware river at Marquis Hook, Sunday afternoon, nine Negro converts of the Cedar Grove Baptist Church were immersed. The Rev Leslie Harris a little man, but brave of heart, baptized the converts while a large tall man conducted the converts one by one to the proper depth. One fat woman weighing over two hundred pounds, was seized with heart failure, and almost caused a tragedy, but the brave little pastor heroically held on to his charge and prevented disaster to both. Another younger woman, who grew hysterical almost strangled as the waters closed over her, but she was passed safely to shore in a chorus of song by the choir. The pastor stood in the water up to his chin for an hour, while the crowd on shore shook with cold, and marvelled at his fortitude. The female candidates wore pink slippers and white robes. EVANSVILLE CITIZENS GIVE CITY A CLEANUP Special to The New York Age. EVANSVILLE, IND., May 11.—Six weeks were required to haul away the trash and rubbish unearthied in this city during the Negro Health and Clean-up Week inaugurated by the Negro Business League under the suggestion of Dr. Booker T. Washington. The week of March 21 to 27 witnessed the work of getting ride of unsanitary conditions, and more than five thousand people were actively engaged in setting things straight. All the Negro organizations of the city united in the movement under the direction of the local, business league, and the city authorities co-operated willingly by supplying wagons and men to remove the rubbish. The officers of the league. Logan H. Roberts, president; James T. Roberts, secretary, and Isaac Coffee, chairman executive committee, have submitted a comprehensive report covering the week's work, of which the following extract is given: This Health Week was first presented in Evanvale to a small gathering at a meeting of the Negro Business League last February, a committee of three being appointed. March 21 was decided upon as a data for a "Negro Health and Clean-up Week in Evanvale. Six weeks were consumed in hauling away the piles of rubbish from over all parts of the city and more than one thousand loads of unsanitary matter were moved to the various city dumps as a direct result of the Clean-up Week. The Mayor, of the city, the sheriff of Vanderburgh county, and the Board of Public Works furnished wagons and men to carry away the great piles of rubbish placed in the alleys by the workers. 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In the afternoon at 3 o'clock the Sunday School was conducted by Superintendent Charles S. Evana. Class No. 4 was the banner class in finance. Superintendent Evans, teacher. The Woman's Hoe and Foreign Missionary Society of the New Zion Church held a splendid session Wednesday evening, May 12, Mrs. Charles E. Borden, president; Miss G. E. Banks, secretary; Mrs. Walter Halley, chapinin; Mrs. Annie Johnson, treasurer. Notwithstanding the rainy weather there was a good bond of understanding with Mrs. Charles E. Borden, tended the lecture given by Dr. B. T. Washington at Union Baptist Church, May 16, in New York City. Mrs. Julia Johnson, 24 Culver street, announces the engagement of her daughter, Miss Corine Johnson, to Joseph Smalls. C. S. Evans, in company with his finance, viewed the battleships and submarines at anchor in the New York Harbor, May 16. Mr. George Howard, the popular manager of the Yonkers Exchange Grocery Store, spent the week-end at Port Chester, visiting Dr. and Mrs. John J. Smyer. FLUSHING. N. Y. Flushing, N. Y.—The Macedonia A. M. E. Church fair, which closed on last Tuesday evening, was a success. The fair netted $226.65. The president of the fair is Mrs. H. A. Coffee, is due credit for its success. The Box of Cigarettes' given at the Macedonia Church on last Friday evening by the Eureka Circle, was a success. The church was filled to its utmost capacity. Those who took part in the drama were Culvin Norman, Jerrie Hunter, Mr. and Mrs Sidny Willard of New York, Archie Hunter, Miss Ethel Jones, Miss Jane White and Miss Tella Jackson of Flushing. The Ladies Auxiliary of the Loyal Army and its annual sermon preached on Sunday evening at the Macedonia A. M. E. Church, by the pastor, the Rev. S. H. V. Gumbis. The services at the church all day Sunday were well attended. The annual conference will be held at Bridge-Street Church, May 26. Mrs. Cora Mosby, Forrest avenue, who has been very ill, was able to be accompanied and is now confirmed to her bed. Her mother and sisters from Sea Cliff, M. I. are spending some time with her. Invitation for the marriage of Miss Sarah Brown to Louis E. Hastings to take place on Thursday, May 27, are out. Miss Brown is a niece of C Grooms. Miss Edne Treadwell has been confined to her bed under the doctor's care and out again. Mrs. George Treadwell is sick and under the doctor's care. The New York Age can be secured from the agent, at 131 Forrest avenue; telephone 152 Flushing. HILLBURN, N. Y. Hillburn, N. Y.—Mrs. William Jackson spent Saturday and Sunday with Mrs. Robert Smith, 150 Union street, Jersey City. Mrs. Powell, Kenneth Powell and Leroy Powell returned from a fishing trip at Mt. Basha Lake on Saturday with a fine lot of fish. The Mothers Club will hold its annual fair at Firemans Hall on Wednesday evening, May 19. Miltanne Milkan spent Saturday and Sunday with her slaughter. Ms. Peter Suffern, 133 Twelfth avenue, Paterson. John J. Vandunk, Andrew Vandunk and Isaac Mann spent Saturday at Mt. Basha Lake. Miss Frances Gunner, who graduated from Howard University is expected to attend. A birthday surprise was given Mrs. Samuel by her friends on May 17. Among those present was the Rev. and Nunner, Mr. and Mrs. C. I. Dermott, Mr. and Mrs. R. Vandunk, Mrs. Raymond Defreese, Mrs Waller Defreese, Mrs Harry Defreese and Kitty Defreese. After listening to hymns and piano selections from Miss Dunbar and also a few remarks from the hostess, a dainty repass was presented. Mrs. Defreese received useful presents. She was a full present from Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Walker of Paterson and also from Mrs. Sarah Defreese of Howard University. Alfred and George Torken, George Robert and William Duncanson of Jersey, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Samantha Defreese on Sunday. Samuel Defreese and Mr. Defreese attended "Billy" Sunday's services last week. SCHENECTADY N Y SCHENECTADY, N. Y. — The spring hazar which closed on Friday evening was a complete success. The programs rendered eath. evening were enjoyed by large audiences, and the booths in charge of the church and local organizations were beautifully decorated and laden with many costly articles. The suppers, which were served by the committee, were the best. On Sunday evening the committee made a partial report and turmed over to Pastor J. C. Temple $44.39. The services at the A. M. E. Zion Church on Sunday were well attended. Pastor J. C. Temple occupied the pulpit at each service. The Sabbath School was well attended and shows an increased attendance each Sunday. Next Sunday will be Women's Day, under the direction of the Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, Mrs. C. Jackson president. An excellent program has been arranged for all day. The Rev. Mrs. H. I. Loyler, Messy Joe, Sullivan, F. D. Frank and wives, George B. Kelly, James Moore and Charles Hudson of Troy attended the Sirius hazar last week. Arrangements are being perfected for the encomment of the Order of Moses, which will convene in the city next October. M. J. R. B. Smith and grandson, Warren Smith, of Round Lake, visited the city last week, the guest of her son, Joseph P. Smith. OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE Muses of the Lincoln Hospital, N. Y., who have been spending their vacation at the home of Miss Brown's parent, returned to the metropolis, on Friday. During their stay here they were royally entertained by their many friends. On Friday evening, May 7, Mrs. Roland Johnson gave a party for them which was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Lucinda, Smallwood, who fell last week, is rapidly recovering. Wm. Faulkner has secured a position as chauffeur for the Wallace Co., one of the leading departments stores of the city. Mrs. G. Briggs, Miss Brown and Mrs. Green of Saratoga attended the bazaar and assisted in the program. Several young people under the direction of Mrs. G. Boutfallin will render a classical concert at the Albany Stareet M. E. Church (white). Thursday evening, May 20. POUGHKEEPSIE N. Y. Poughkeepsie, N. Y.—Pastor Van Buren preached at both services at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday to an appreciative audience. Next Sunday he will preach to the Neighborhood Club at the evening session. The fair of nationalities will be held week of May 30. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Van Alstyne have opened a first-class ice cream parlor on Catherine street. Mrs. Sugan Howard, an esteemed member of Zion Church, died suddenly at her home in New Hamburg last month. The village was held Sunday in that village, conducted by Pastor Van Buren, assisted by Revs. C. T. Smith and Ned Sims of Beacon. Mrs. Georgianna Rowman, 17 Allen place, is still improving in health. "In Indian Times," the Boy Scout play, recently successfully given at Zion Church, was the production of Mrs. Van Alstyne and stage her. She also took the part of the his Indian Chief. Miss Viola Perdue Garner of Middletown, N. Y., has been spending a few days in this city, the guest of her uncle and aunt, the Rev. and Mrs. C. Van Buren, the eight anniversary of the going into the Shoneer Baptist house of worship, corner Winnieke avenue and Smith street, the Rev. Charles S. Fariess, pastor, was held Sunday. Services were well attended. The Rev. S. W. Timms of the Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Brooklyn, N. Y., preached at 10:45 a.m. on "Love Your Enemies. Do Good. Them That I Am." He Made 4:45 a.m. He Made Covenant with My Chosen" A large offering was taken. Sunday School at 3 p.m. B. Y. P. at 4 p.m., when the Rev Mr. Timms made an address. SARATOGA SPRINGS. N. Y. Saratoga Springs, N. Y.—Mr. and Mrs. William, Mosely, Jr., and family have returned to their home in Detroit, Mich. Mrs Mattel Gathers, who has been ill for some time, has been removed to the Saratoga Hospital. John Anderson was baptized at the Mt. Olivet Baptist church last Sunday evening. Mr and Mrs Truman and family have returned to the city after spending the winter in the South. Edward Jackson entered upon his duties as chef at the Red Lion Inn at Schuylerville, N. Y., last Monday. J. O. Thomas, financial representative of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, spent the week end in the city. He left on Monday. "The Marriage of Jack and Jill" was successfully presented at the A. M. E Zion Church last Friday evening under the direction of Mrs George Holley. Supper was served by the Educational Club, Mrs. George Green, president, under whose auspices the entertainment was given. Last Sunday morning the Rev. E. U. A. Brooks spoke at Zion Church on "God, the Creator" In the evening the subject was "The Gift of God." At the evening service Mrs. Jessie West and Mrs. Julia Moore united with the church. Next Sunday evening the pastor will speak on "Personal Observations of Billy Sunday at Work." A social was held at the residence of mr. and Mrs. Thomas Jones, Cherry Street, last Thursday evening, for the benefit of the Baptist Church building, Mrs. G. Green, Mrs. G. Briggs and Miss G. Brown attended the Zion Church Fair in Schenectady last week. Mrs. G. Cannon of Cincinnati, is the guest of Mrs. G. Holley. The P. S. K. Club will serve lunch at Zion Church next Monday evening. Mrs. Spencer of New York is stopping with Mrs. Alice Clark, 72 High Rock avenue. Mrs. Ella Holmes of New York has reopened her cottage on Walworth street. ROCHESTER, N. Y. Rochester, N. Y.-Rev. P. J. Adams, former pistor of Zion Church, preached at his church last Sunday evening. Rochester Lodge No. 15, Knights of Pythias, will celebrate on May 31, at Flower City Hall. Dr. Booker T. Washington passed through the city Saturday en route to New York. 'Gerald Raymond Hinch and Miss Agnes F. Townsend were quietly married last Thursday afternoon. Bishop Alexander Walters is coming to Zion Church the second Sunday in June. J. H. Bentley of Cleveland, Ohio, was a week end visitor. Mrs. Elizabeth Edwards, who died Sunday, May 16, was taken to Lodl, N. Y., for burial on Wednesday morning, May 19. She is survived by her husband, Addie Edwards, and her father, Charles Goodloe. L. H. Vecany, of Pittsburgh, Pa., is the guest of his aunt, Mrs. W. A. Sprague, 538 Caroline street. Miss Rita Wilson, of New York, is guest at the Bibson house. Mr. Scott, Mr. Jackson and Hender son Bryan, of Geneva, N. Y., were the over Sunday guests of Harry Harden 178 Molhawk street. J. S. Herndon, W. H. Stockton, W. J. Smith, Olie C. Hall, Harry Harden, Jacob Carter, Jr., T. Grant Gilmore, were in Syracuse last week. The above mentioned delegation was successful in bringing Templars to Rochester. Harry Harden was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lipins of Syracuse, last week. and Mrs. Lipins of Syracuse, last week. The Civic League of Rochester and vicinity, held its first election last Thursday evening at Mt. Olivet Baptist church. The Rev. L. B. Brown, pastor, was elected president; F. G. Glimore, vice president; C. M. Van Buren, second vice president; Wm. H. Green, secretary; A. M. Kearney, treasurer. The total receipts from the rally held at Mt. Olivet Sunday, May 8, were $98.38. The Rev. J. J. Adams of Westfield, N. J., and Olivet Adams of the city, were the guest at a dinner given by Mrs. Angle Miller Sunday, May 15, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Emma Jenton, 22 Fairbanks street. Albert Manning, 22 Fairbanks street, was retired at Lockport Sunday. Col. Neil Hutchinson of Washington grammar school of the city and a representative of the C. C. of Commerce, was the speaker at Mt. Olivet Sunday evening in the interest of the Clean-up Week Movement. Mrs. Matthews, teacher of class No. 7, entertained her class at dinner Friday evening. The class elected the following officers: Mrs. Lott Brown, president; Miss Marie ent, vice president; Miss Nettie Bennett, secretary; Miss Bridges, assistant secretary; Miss Ethel Van Buren, treasurer. Mrs. Harrett Lawrence of Albany and her ward, Master Frank Parker, are visiting her sister, Mrs. C. M. Van Buren, 204 Spring street. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hackett and Jaughter, Beatrice, of Greece, Mr. and Mrs C. J. Vincent and Mrs. J. W. Parker were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas Hull of Fairport. Mrs. M. Cash wishes to thank all who helped her with her supper last Thursday which was a success. AUBURN, N. Y. Mrs. H. T. Johnson has returned from an extended visit and business trip to New York and other points. A verdict of no cause for action was given in the second trial of Wm. Freeman vs. Frank Coburn. Mr. Freeman charged Mr. Coburn with charging an excessive fee in the sum of $3,000. Mr. Freeman will appeal through his lawyers, Parker & Parker. Mrs. Willard Smith spent a week in Syracuse, the guest of Mrs. Etta Snyder. The Misses Evelyn and Isabelle Diggs spent the week end in Syracuse the guests of Miss Blanche Bailey. The Misses Diggs took part in a concert held Friday at the A.M. E. Zion church. Mrs. Martha Ridgeway has resigned as nurse at the Harrell Tubmarine Home and for her home in Elmira. Mrs. Thomas Parker, Mrs. Arthur Smith, Mrs. Elmore P. Cooper, Mrs. James Dale and Mrs. Francis Brown attended the funeral of Mrs. Edward Edwards nee Goodlow in Rochester. Mrs. Edwards was a former Auburnian. The fourth quarterly conference of Western New York was held at the A. M. E. Zion church The Rev Mr. Ellison, presiding older, heard the excellent reports given by the secretaries of the society The financial standing of the church was good A unanimous vote for the return of the pastor, the Rev P. K. Fournielle, Presiding Elder Ellison was given Preacher's Stewart, John Ware and Mrs Thomas Freeman were elected delegates to the conference and Mrs. Albert Winslow alternative. Miss Ethel Frazier rendered a piano solo at the Central Grammar school Friday morning. The Rev Mr. and Mrs C. Smith have designed as matron and superintendent of the H T. Home and are at their residence on Cornell street. Mr and Mrs John Hasselbe have moved from Parker street to 73 Fitch avenue. The sum total taken in by the concert given April 9 by the Auburn Musical Club was $147.75. The expenses were $47.75, leaving a total of $100. The participants and committee are to be participants for the success of the concert. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Reed are making improvements on their home on Parker street. Richardson's Ice Cream Parlors are opened for patronage. BABYLON; N Y BARLSON, N. Y. — Friday evening Gladys Cornelia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Bunn, was baptized by the Rev L. Walter De Shields, of New York City, ex-pastor of the Bethel A. M. E. Church. After the sacrament was administered the folks were invited to dinner. Among those present were Mrs. Martha Coston *Mr. and Mrs. Frank Aldridge of Amityville, Mr. and Mrs. Cortez Matthews, the Rev L. Walter Shields, Mr. and Mrs. O. N. Bunn. Sidney. Jackson, of Wantaugh, died Friday, and was curried Sunday. He was an experienced mechanic. "Mrs. Mary Jackson, who was operated on in the Polytechnic Hospital for her eyes, is improving nicely. A meeting of thanks was held in the Emanuel A M. E. Church the Rev A. A. Amos, pastor, last Sunday. The meeting was arranged by Mrs. S. J. Henry Mrs. Lilliam Mathews, Mrs. L. Nichols and Mrs. Nancy Jones, stewardess of the church. At 11 a. m. the Rev L. Walter De Shields delivered the opening discourse. George Harris and others from the Union Bartist's church rendered services. The singing was beautiful. There was a platform meeting at 3 p.m. conducted by Evangelist Rebecca Jackson, Mrs. Brice, Mrs. Green Mrs. S. J. Henry, Mr. Harris and others. Mrs. Brice was the principal speaker in the afternoon. Mrs. Butler of the Union Baptist Church and others spoke. At 7 p.m., the Allen C. E. had a meeting. At 8 p.m., the Rev. G. R. Jones occupied the pulpit. The committee prepared meals in the rear of the church for all visitors. NEW ROCHELLLE, N. Y. New Rochelle, N. Y. The Rev. and Mrs. C. E. Waters of New York city have taken up their residence in New Rochelle. It was mentioned a few weeks ago that the Cash Grocery Store had four ministers as customers. Another has been added in the person of the Rev. C. E. Waters. Those from New Rochelle who attended the testimonial dinner to the Hon. Charles W. Anderson last week were Messrs. S. D. Walton, William Johnson and Samuel J. Davis. The St. Simon Episcopal Mission, the Rev. W. G. Gunthorpe, vicar, will give a lawn fete and carnival on Decoration Day, Monday, May 31, on the lawn 24 North avenue. Services at Shiloh Baptist church, the Rev. W. H. Slater, rector, were well attended all day Sunday. The piano recital given by the pupils of G. H. Caseolate at League Hall Prayer, May 14 as a success. The hall was crowded to the doors and those present received a musical treat. The following participated: Archie Wade, Florence Green, Marie and Ella Belle Davis, William Carey, Marie Davis, Walter Hunter, Turner Eccles, James Goosby, Esther Eccles, Prof. G. H Caseolati, Esther and Turner Eccles, Sadied Rogers. JAMAICA N. Y. Jamaca, N. Y. — the services at Allen church were wel attended last Sunday. The pastor the Rev Mr. Wilson prescheduled on "The Blessings of the Lord" in the evening a sacred concert was given by the senior and junior choirs. Mother's Day was observed at the Shiloh Baptist Church last Sunday. Mr and Mrs J. H. Dixon, 88 Douglass street, west, Johnson, 539 South Central Wednesday evening of last week, musical selections were rendered. The teacher-training class of Allen church held its meeting on the residence of Mrs. jennie Flanchard, Washington, D.C. At the closing of the conference year which will be Sunday night, the pastor the Rev Mr. Wilson will preach to the new members. The pastor is closing his fourth and reports over 75弥迦教会 church. A closing reception and jubilee will be tendered the Rev and Mr. Wilson on Tuesday night when a literary and musical program will be rendered. The Rev, C. F. Wilson as a candidate for the general conference He is said to have a number of delegates pledged for him. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Philadelphia, Pa.—The Negro schools in this city celebrated peace day on Tuesday. The programme consisted of singing of the international peace song, reading of the provisions of the Treaty of Ghent and original treaties, and special attention was paid to the fact that there has been 100 years of peace among English-speaking peoples. The Rev. A. L. Martin, pastor of Asbury M. E. Church, Atlantic City, will preach the annual sermon of the Sisters Association of Hetherset M. I. Church at 4 p.m. on Friday the Violet Social Committee of the Y. W. C. A. is offering a gold lavailer to the member receiving the highest number of notes in their popular contest July 11. Mrs Mary E. Jones is chairman. Cortlandt, Pa., 507 N. 13th street was presented Monday of mastachau before Judge Ralston in Quarter Sessions Court. With three bands of music, 1,700 Negro Knights of Pythias marched along the streets lined with people on Sunday afternoon to the olympia Theatre on broad street, to celebrate their twenty-eighth anniversary. The Rev. W. F. Graham preached the sermon by P. Turner was master of formations. Moved to sympathy for the plight of Frederick Lamb, a blind Negro, when he was arraigned on Friday in the Federal building on the charge of violating the Harrison drug act, United States Commissioner Edmunds and Assistant U. S. District Attorney Kremp arranged to have the defendant sent to the Philadelphia Hospital, where he was admitted. The permitted Lamb to sign his own ball bond for $200, for his appearance in court. With his faithful dog by his side, Thomas Hempstead, an aged Negro, was found dead by the police, in the rear of 350 Lemon street. Thursday afternoon. The old man had not been seen about the house for several days, the neighbors became suspicious and gave the alarm. The coroner gave a certificate of death from old age, and the dog was given in charge of the city dog warden. The forty-fifth annual meeting of the Scottish Rite Masons was held in Philadelphia last week. Thirty-third degree Masons from most of the Northern and Western States were in attendance. J. Francis Richards of Detroit, Mich., is the Sovereign Grand Commander. The next session will be held in Indianapolis, Ind, May, 1916. EASTON, PA. Eaton, Pa.—D. C. Talbot, 110 North Green street, who has been head porter at Hotel, Karldon for the past 12 years, has resigned. Mr. Talbot and family will move to Westfield, N. J. Roland Prime; 116 North Green street, succeeded D. C. Talbotas head porter, at Hotel Karldon. Mrs. Mansfield Exton, 432 Lohigh street, accompanied by her sister, Mrs. James Hubbard, and Mrs. Anna Prime attended the Bethel A. M. E. conference held at Trenton, N. J., May 5-10. The Rev. J. W. Thomas, pastor of the Union A. M. E. church, has been reappoluted by the A. M. E. conference held at Trenton, N. J., May 6. Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell of Philadelphia, Pa, who has been the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas S. Lloyd, 145-So. Bank street, for the past week, have returned home. SCRANTON, PA. Scranton, Pa.—Last Tuesday morning while the Rev. G. W. Williams, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. Church, was crossing Washington avenue, he was knocked down by a severe lacerations and bruises about the head, face and body, also a very badly sprained ankle. The reverend was taken to the State Hospital where, his injuries were dressed Wednesday an X-ray examination was made, no internal injuries being apparent. The pastor was removed to his home, but he were allowed a week before the pastor will be able to leave his bed. Mrs. A. Holland's little niece is ill with tuberculosis: Mrs. Bailors of Lee Place is ill Mr. Tanners of Cedar Creek conducted in Bethlehem Auditorium under the presidency of the pastor's wife, Mrs. C. W. Williams is well attended and a great success. It has been held over for three nights this week. The bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. Connors, will arrive in the city Monday. Their friends prepared a surprise reception at Mrs. C. Scott's guidance, where they will reside for the remainder. Henl. Maylor of Montrose was in the city last week, guest of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Brown. Sunday's services in the absence of the pastor, the Rev, G. W. Williams were conducted by the Rev Mr. Neeman of Pittston. In the afternoon the morning the Rev Mr. Blackburn of Wilkes-Harre, Pa., in the evening, preached the annual sermon of the Knights of Pythias. The church was crowded to the doors with chairs in the aisle. General collection was $55. Stomach 'pser' Get at the door. Take 'pser' Get at the door. Take 'pser' Get at the door. Dr. Edwards' Olive Tablets are a purely vegetable compound mixed with olive oil. Take one or two a bedtime for quick relief so you can eat what you like. At 10c and 25c per box. All drugists. The Olive Tablet Company, Columbus, Ohio. BRADDOCK, PA Braddock, Pa.—Mrs. Benj. Jackson, 520 Sixth street, attended the board meeting of the Federation of Women in Pittsburgh. Thursday Mr. Howard of Charlottville, Va., is visiting his son, Dr. S. Howard, Sixth street, and daughters, Mrs. M. Jones and Mrs. Benj. Jackson, Sixth street Braddock. J. S. Weathers of Rankin spent Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Miss Jackson. John Womble was a caller at Benj. Jackson's home Sunday. Catherine Hamilton Embroidery Club met at Mrs. Benj. Jackson on Thursday. Samuel McDonnell spent Sunday in Hornville. AMHERST MASS Amherst, Mass.—The A. M. E. Zion Church was well attended all day. The Rev. C A Gooding preached morning and evening. The Sunday School was out in full. The Rt Rev. A Walters preached at Zion Wednesday evening. Two were added to the church. CS Whitted of New Haven was present. The Hope Congregational Church service was as usual. Mr. Hixler conducted the Bible Class. The Rev. R I: Johns preached at 7.30 p. m. PROVIDENCE R J Providence, R. I. — The funeral of the child, Laura Purnell Washington grand daughter of Editor and Mrs. Fillmore R. Purnell, of the advance, was held from their residence, 157 Waldo street, on Tuesday afternoon, before many relatives and friends, the Rev L. C Perry officiated Sunday was rally day at the Church of God and Salants and among the distinguished guests were Bishop Wm 11 Bierger G. J. A. of Boston, Mass., and his official staff. The pastor, the Rev Allen Walters, officiated as master of ceremonies at the preaching services held throughout the day. John B Lopes, the tonsorial artist, is stationed at Newport, R. I., for the summer The ladies of the Pond Street Free Baptist church entertained their gentlemen friends with an informal reception on Thursday evening. On Sunday Mrs. Hickman, mother of William Hickman, of East Prexidence, celebrated her 70th birthday. She received many costly presents The reception was a large family reunion. YOUNGSTOWN OHIO YOUNGSTOWN, O.-Logan Lodge No. 4, K. of P., will meet Thursday evening in regular session and will elect officers. Mrs. C. Jenkins of West Boardman, who has been in the City Hospital, remains about the same. The Rev. John Ogborn rector of St. Augustine Episcopal Mission, attended the district meeting in Cleveland-this week. Eugene Turner, head waiter at Ohio Hotel, returned home from Mt. Clemons Saturday much improved in health. Mrs. Howard Allen of Connellsville, Pa., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John M. Reynolds, West Federal street. Miss M. P. Black entertained at dinner Mrs. Mat Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore White and daughter Silvie of Uniontown, and Bass Banks of Cumberland Md., in honor of Mrs. Allen. Mrs. Cora West of Cleveland spent a few days with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Docket. The annual sermon of the Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe and U K. was held at the Oak Hill-Avene A M. E. Church Sunday and was well attended. The Rev. Mr. Gilmore preached 100% O FARMER Something NEEDED people to Become Better the Church, the School and Religious Papers. ish at Tuskegee Institute Post the present, a national farm EGRO FARMER. It will be zero landowners, tenant farmers zero labor. There is no other world devoted to the interest newspapers enjoy huge circula- y a farm paper in the interest qually successful. In fact, po- uld enjoy a success far beyond on. It is proposed to circulate black farmers of the United at pages, of about the size of STATES: financial interest or control over the active officers of the institution believe that it will not only so- paying investment. The paper is and funds have been provided in Those in active control of THE confidence and good will. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. a assured because of the solid and g laid out. THE NEGRO FARMER A Paper That Helps People to Become Better Farmers is an Aid to the Church, the School and to the Secular and Religious Papers. It has been decided to publish at Tuskegee Institute Post Office, Every-Other-Week for the present, a national farm paper to be known as THE NEGRO FARMER. It will be published in the interest of Negro landowners, tenant farmers and of those who employ Negro labor. There is no other strictly farm newspaper in the world devoted to the interest of Negro farmers. Many of the white farm newspapers enjoy huge circulations and there is no reason why a farm paper in the interest of Negroes should not prove equally successful. In fact, occupying an exclusive field it should enjoy a success far beyond that of the usual farm publication. It is proposed to circulate this paper among the 2,000,000 black farmers of the United States. The paper will be eight pages, of about the size of "The Country Gentleman." DR. BOOKER T. 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The talks have become widely known and famous and make splendid reading for boys and young men. PRICE $1.60, postage 5 cents extra. OUTSIDE OF THE NEGRO Two Volumes. Gives the history of the Negro race from its beginning in A. B. STEWART. MY LARGER EDUCATION THE NEW YORK TIMES THURSDAY NOV 20 1911 Mississippi State or display advertising will be available on Wednesday, 10 a.m. of each week. "BELOW THE BELT." "BELOW THE BELT." we called attention to the fact that The New York News had reprinted a letter which contained some slanderous remarks about the home life of colored New Yorkers, that paper charges us with striking a "blow below the belt." The phrase, "blow below the belt," translated from pugilistic parlance, would mean, we suppose, that we struck The New York News in a weak spot where it did not expect to be hit, and therefore was not on guard—in other words, an unfair blow. What we did was to call attention to the fact that The New York News, with apparent endorsement, did give further publicity to a letter in which it was stated that because there was no home life and culture among colored people in New York it was impossible for them to do certain things. There was nothing unfair about calling attention to a plainly printed article. The New York News sets up the defense that a newspaper is not responsible for what its correspondents say. In the first place, the matter referred to was not written by any correspondent of The New York News, but was copied from a white newspaper; but this discrepancy is lost sight of before the amazing statement that "a newspaper is not responsible for the views of its correspondents." We should not have referred again to this matter had not our younger contemporary made this statement. It imposes a moral obligation upon us to say something. To keep silent would be like seeing a deaf man, walking along a railroad track and not yelling to him that the train was coming. There is a bromidic old quotation which says, "Where ignorance is bliss, 'tis folly to be wise." It may add to an editor's peace of mind to be ignorant of the fact that each time he gets out his paper he is responsible for every word in it and that prosecution under the law for libel is continually hanging over his head, like the sword of Damocles; this, we say, may add to his innocent and childlike bliss, but it is far from folly for him to get wise. THE Y. M. C. A. SITE. Not yet has any satisfactory decision been reached about the site for the new Y. M. C. A. building. Not yet has any satisfactory decision been reached about the site for the new Y. M. C. A. buildings. THE AGE, still contends that the colored committee knows better what site would best fill all present and meet all future requirements. We still hold that there is no site in the Harlem zone too good or too prominent for the new building. The building committee should feel that it is not building merely for to-day, but for future generations. We restate that any location is good enough for a mission; in fact, many locations might be too good, but a Y. M. C. A. should be a light set on a hill to draw men up to it. We hope that the building committee will agree with the colored committee, and not select some site not agreeable to the latter. We again urge upon colored subscribers to pay their pledges, even if, it is necessary to pay in small sums at stated intervals. PRESIDENT WILSON's popularity has gone up 1000 since the sinking of the Lusitania; before that event it was 990 below zero. It took the imminent possibility of war with Germany to bring the German-Americans to their proper senses. What has become of the Mexican war and JESS WILLARD? From all over the United States and from distant parts of the world our readers kindly send us articles clipped from various periodicals. We are glad to receive these articles because they give us not only the advantage of quite an adequate press.clipping service, but they give us a line upon the opinions of our readers. From clippings recently received we select two from papers published in Southern States, and reproduce them for the purposes of comparison and contrast. The first is from the Montgomery (Ala.) Journal, and reads in part as follows: "Ana Crowl, 18 years old, was brutally assaulted and fatally injured when she was attacked by a Negro tramp at her home in South Waverly this afternoon. "After heating the girl, the Negro robbed the house and fled. He was soon captured. S. W. Crowl, father of the girl, tried to get to the Negro to shoot him, but was prevented by the officers." The Journal reprints the foregoing to remind the New York Post and the New York World that the assault referred to upon a white girl did not occur in the south; that the date line on the item is Tawanda, Penn, and that men who sought the life of the white girl's assaultant are northern men who took their offspring, pride of manhood, all those instincts for the preservation of their race and protection of the virtue of their womanhood possessed by all peoples not savages in all times and ages and in all countries. The Journal is pleased to announce, however, that both the crime and the mob spirit are fast disappearing from Alabama and the south. As the cause for it disappears the mob spirit disappears. The second clipping is from the "Independent," published at Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The name of the editor is W. O. Saunders. Not only should his name be mentioned, but the Negroes of Pasquotank County ought to erect a monument to him when he dies. The following paragraphs are quoted from Mr. Saunder's article: "Last week I criticised Dr. Clarence Poe's race segregation scheme, in these columns. My criticism embodied a plea for justice for the black man, that seems to have given some of my readers a vague uneasiness. I have no apologies to make for anything I have said about the unfair treatment of the Negro by my race. The great white race has never been farace by any of its dwarfed brothers. The whole history of the white race has been one of a dwarfed exploitation and oppression of weaker peoples. We must adopt a different policy. Christianity is not helping things much. A Christianity that promises a people social equality in a world to come and denies them even a brotherly cooperation in this world, is a cheap fracce that can not mislead even a Hottontor very long. "I say, we have got to adopt a different policy in our dealings with all colored races. Retribution is waiting for us just around the corner, with a terrible club. I have been wanting to say, for some time, that we may have attempted to exploit one race of courage too many and we are beginning to find out our mistake. Not satisfied with our extermination of the red man and subjection of the black man, we set in to despair the yellow man. The yellow man is beginning to bother us." "The whole history of our dealings with the colored people of the world is a hideous phantasmagoria of colossal errors. In the name of Christianity and civilization we have conquered and oppressed them and a few of our wealthy class have reaped rich financial reward in the process. But for the dirty dollars a few of our rich manufacturers, exporters, bankers and railroad men have made from this oppression and exploitation, the bone-headed mass of us have inherited a world of trouble." The editor of the Alabama paper, it is likely, felt that he was writing a fair and truthful article; perhaps he doesn't know any better. The article, however, is nothing more than an apology for lynchings in the South. It attacks one crime merely to find excuse for another. The Journal attempted to convince its readers that, under like conditions, white men in Pennsylvania will act precisely like white men in Alabama, but its argument falls down on the most vital point, a point which the writer overlooks or ignores, and that is, the white men did not lynch the Negro in the case referred to. It is no doubt a waste of time to point out to the Journal that it is entirely wrong when it says, "As the cause for it disappears the mob spirit disappears." The mob spirit is never satisfied. If its lust is uncurbed it reaches out farther and farther for "causes." Ofily a few weeks ago a mob in Georgia lynched a Negro who was accused of stealing a ham from the smoke-house of a white preacher. The only way to deal with the mob spirit is to strike it down with the firm hand of the law, and not to apologize for it. The difference between these two articles is more than a difference of opinion. It is the difference between ignorance, falsehood and cowardice on the one hand and enlightment, truth and bravery on the other. It is the difference between Alabama, one of the most backward, and North Carolina, one of the most progressive states in the Union. In a word, it is the difference between two grades of civilization. In Alabama, even white men are so oppressed, intellectually, morally and spiritually, that we venture to say there is not a white editor in the whole state who would have dared to publish such an article as that which appeared in the North Carolina paper. The fact that Mr. Saunders could write and publish his article without fear is proof that white men in North Carolina are becoming free; and free white men in North Carolina will mean free black men. This tremendous question will never be rightly settled until the entire country is enlightened enough, free enough and brave enough to face and express the truth as Mr. Saunders has done. EXCESS PATRIOTISM. A chief cause of the present war is the fact that the countries of Europe, and Germany in particular, are suffering from an aggravated case of national egoism which they euphemistically call Patriotism. Patriotism is a good thing, but it is one of those good things of which it is an easy matter to have too much. This may sound flippant or paradoxical, but it is meant in no such sense. A man should have love and regard for his native land, but not in such a degree as to interfere with more important and more beneficial virtues. Patriotism is a rather mercurial virtue; and when heated is prone to rise and slop over; that which slops over may be called Excess Patriotism. What are the chief uses of this Excess Patriotism? It is used constantly by small politicians to stir up a campaign that will land them in office; and often by soldiers and statesmen to stir up a war that will place them in history. It is the strong suit of the man who is always assuring "the dear people" that he is their best friend. Why should one boast of fierce pride in his own country, a pride excluding all other countries, especially when his own is in no appreciable degree any better than the others? This Red Hot Patriotism is the air in which is germinated and nourished the war code between nations, just as, once, the foolish, unreasonable pride of individuals kept alive the code duello. "But," it is claimed, "we must have patriotic citizens to defend the country." When native land is threatened, and homes and wives and children are in danger it does not require patriotism to make men take up arms. Any race of men not born for slaves will then fly to arms, and fight to the last ditch. But when there is a war of policy, a war of conquest, a war to further some unrighteous cause, then it is that patriotism needs to be called into play; and the flame is fanned first gently, then violently, until the dear, deluded people spring to arms and march to the field of battle to fight, to bleed and to die; for what? They themselves don't know. If one reads history with this question in view he will see that this brand of patriotism has been the cause, or the means of a great part of all the misery and suffering of the human race. Besides the Red Hot brand, there is another variety of Excess Patriotism. You have undoubtedly met the man who, when any- thing contained in the heavens above, the earth beneath or in the waters under the earth, manners, customs, laws, institutions, virtues, vices, sports, or anything of which the human mind has knowledge; was mentioned would maintain that it was better in his country than in any other; and who, if the particular thing mentioned did not happen to exist at all in his country, would set out to prove that they had something equally as good or that his country was better off without it. This is Offensive Patriotism. It is patriotism which is not love of one's country, but braggadocio about one's country. A man should love his country as he does his home. He does not-by that love make-his home a menace to the homes of others. And it would be deemed worse than poor taste for him to go about boasting that he had a more refined family, a better house, more expensive furniture, more costly pictures, finer carpets, and ate better food than any of his neighbors; and the more truth there might be in such statements, the more grievous would be his fault. Why are not similar faults as serious in nations? It is this blind, stubborn spirit, this hot, high-tempered, foolish, bad-mannered patriotism that keeps farther away the day for which all lovers of humanity pray; the day when men shall not hate each other because of the boundaries of domain or the differences of race, but when universal brotherhood shall be established and lasting peace shall reign. FLORIDA TO THE FRONT. In the effort being made in so the white race from the "inferior" is not to be outdone. She has a passed by the lower branch of the becoming lawyers in that state. The bill was introduced by a whether related to the original Je proceedings in a Jacksonville paper County (a different Davis) not was moved to waive the rules and I Senate, requesting them to waive. So it seems that the "whole Dam of putting this bill through." The the bill passed, the House without. It is not alarming for us that things are still to be expected, but, of Florida that it should go the voice or vote. The fact that such a bill could lature and passed without there be dared or cared to raise his voice people of that state are fast reach to be protected against Negroes. In the effort being made in some sections of the country to save the white race from the "inferior" Negro, Florida has shown that she is not to be outdone. She has come valiantly forward with a law passed by the lower branch of the legislature to prevent Negroes becoming lawyers in that state. The bill was introduced by a Mr. Davis of St. John's County; whether related to the original Jeff we know not. The report of the proceedings in a Jacksonville paper says that Mr. Davis of Jackson County (a different Davis) not wanting to be outdone in enthusiasm, moved to waive the rules and immediately certify the bill to the Senate, requesting them to waive their rules and pass it at once. So it seems that the "whole Dam family" of Davis's was on the job of putting this bill through. The same report goes on to say that the bill passed, the House without a dissenting vote. It is not alarming for us that such a bill was introduced, such things are still to be expected, but it is omnious for the white people of Florida that it should go through without a single dissenting voice or vote. The fact that such a bill could be introduced in the Florida legislature and passed without there being one representative present who dared or cared to raise his voice against it is proof that the white people of that state are fast reaching the stage where they will need to be protected against Negroes. PARAGRAPHS. It is not unlikely that some state will now surpass Florida by enacting a law to prevent Negroes from practising medicine. We hope it won't take Italy as long to get out of this war as it is taking her to get into it. A new colored policeman has appeared in Harlem. This ought to encourage young colored men to prepare themselves to take the examination for the force. The sinking of the *Lusitania* and the war scare will now give way to news from Syracuse. Many people who have been placing emphatic emphasis on the first syllable of Dr. DERNBERG's name will be glad to hear that he is to leave for other parts. COMMENDING THE AGE Livest Colored Paper Published. To the Editor of The Age: I have been a constant reader of The Age. I have read it now as it was when I began reading it: — the livest colored paper published, giving the best news of the progress of the race and very seldom not beneficial to the entire race. It is read and cherished as much in the Philippines by the colored soldier, as it is cherished on the Mexican border by the soldiers of the war, read by them with as much enthusiasm as is expressed by the readers of it at all places and in all walks of life. From a SOLDIER READER. Cavalry Camp, Nogales, Arizona. For three years I have been reading The Age and I haven't found its equal. It is the one great paper that stands out. I myself the paper that race should support. I must extend to you my heartiest congratulations on behalf of your splendid work. J. J. TAYLOR. Charleston. S. C. North Dakota Appreciates The Age. To the Editor of The Age: Enclosed postmasterly order for four copies. I like the paper very much. I wouldn't be without it. As I live out in the West, and am the only colored man out here except one more. 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SEE PAGE 5 FOR FIRST GRAND PREMIUM—A 5 Passenger Ford Automobile SECOND GRAND PREMIUM—A $500.00 Player Piano All Applications Must be sent in before June 1, as No New Applicants will be accepted that date. some sections of the country to save Negro, Florida has shown that she come valiantly forward with a law the legislature to prevent Negroes to a Mr. Davis of St. John's County. It we know not. The report of the paper says that Mr. Davis of Jackson anting to be outdone in enthusiasm, immediately certify the bill to the their rules and pass it at once. family" of Davis's was on the job the same report goes on to say that at a dissenting vote. But such a bill was introduced, such it is omnious for the white people without a single dissenting I will be introduced in the Florida legis- ging one representative present who against it is proof that the white ing the stage where they will need come out West when chances were so good for them. Now, all the good land is like The Age because it tells and speaks of my race and is a good all-around paper. J. W. TYLER. Ranger, North Dakota. WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY To the Editor OF THE AGE. We would like to correct the article which appeared in last week's issue announcing the birth of our daughter, Iva Bairce, to P. M. Simone. It was made by us and has no truth in it. MR. AND MRS. NATHAN BODDIE. Rocky Mount, N. C. A PLEA FOR PACIFICISM. To the Editor OF THE AGE. I have been an interested reader of the New York Aik for the last several years and like it. Its position upon questions affecting the race is admirable according to James W. Johnson is a far-sighted publicist, who says the right things in the right way and in the right place, most of the time. But to my way of reasoning I think he rows Militarism vs. Pacificalism. He opines that man's brute nature, from which proceed wars and strife, will continue to overreach and master the divinity of soubate minds will control in governmental affairs to the extent that misunderstandings between nations and principalities will be settled by resort to arms is contrary to the march of Happy is that nation whose god is not Mars-below the Lord. It is an incontrovertible fact that the human race is now in course of evolution that his nature is civilization. Here his nature will cease war. History, the lamp by which our feet must be guided through the glamour of the future, reveals the fact that man is even now in a far higher stance than at the dawn of the Christian era. There was a time when individuals, families and communities decided their causes of disagreement and dispute by resort to physical combat. But civilization has been able to outbreaks should cease; that such disputes and misunderstandings between persons and communities must be settled by arbitrators and courts. Whoever attempts to settle his own preference by physical combat becomes a victim of civilization. Militarism is a crime against civilization and Christianity. It is just as possible for governments and nations to settle their disputes by arbitrators and courts as it was for persons. Of course, the task is far more serious and for reaching, but still possible. It is the opinion of many wise ones that the present European war will be the last one of, consequence. Many believe that this is God's war, that he will use the juxtaposition where the grates of wrath are set against the truth may march on. The Inque Conference has not been without fruit. Education Free? Age Scholarship Plan ARNEST ABOUT SECURING NEW YORK AGE WILL WITH THE MEANS. Fully Paid, Including Tuition Any College You Select A 5 Passenger Ford Automobile -A A $500.00 Player Piano are June 1, as No New Applicants will PARTICULARS TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS SIXTH ANNUAL SESSION SIX WEEKS JUNE 14th TO JULY 23rd, 1915 OVER 400 TEACHERS PRESENT LAST SESSION 10-410 Time there, was when the followers of the Nazarem taught that human to-day no civilized nation counternances the holding of the Son of Righteousness has fully risen upon the Nations of earth, war will be the resort only of base men and nations. Just as sure as God is the author of right and justice that talk about armament to prevent war is the voice of those who wish to profit by war. It is the teaching of the sophist. Who is he that is ever ready to shoot a poor man? Who is the man habitually goes armed, and being armed goes around bullying others and looking for trouble. When laws are made and enforced against being armed, both men and nation will cease to war and to spend large sums upon equipment for conflict; that they will learn the ways of peace and prosecute the differences between nations as of individuals will be submitted to courts where righteousness and reason will rule. J. W. GRANT. SEX CRIMES BY WHITE MEN. To the Editor, of The Age: After reading the enclosed clipping in a local paper a minute ago, my mind went back to your splendid editor's book in which was the following sentence: "The sex crimes committed by the dress of the black race are almost wholesome when compared with the sex crimes committed by the dregs of the white race. Thinking you might be interested, I send the clipping. W.M. A. PERRY. The following is the clipping sent by Mr. Perry: 20 Years Given McGee. Adel, March 31. - D. J. (Jut) McGee, white, charged with a nameless crime against his own daughter, was convicted of Nashville yesterday and sentenced to twenty years in the pententiary by Judge Thomas. The charge against McGee is a very revolting one and a large crowd of people heard the eviction of the city court, and Colonel Story, were appointed to defend McGee and they made a strong fight in his behalf. Solicitor General Wilkes and Col. J. P. Wright all represented the prosecution. Pay Negro Laborers $6 a Month. To the editor of The Age: I am a reader and lover of The Age usa and of the second section of the country, in a critical con- dition, so far the advancement of the Negro goes. The whites in this section have formed a combination not to pay Negro laborers more than $15 per month. The whites are working for -$6, $7 and $8 per month. Making a rough calculation, wages average 25 cents per day. On $6 per month a man has to live and work in the city. He can do it. Flour is $8 per barrel, desires the other household expenses. When the white people of this country will consider that the Negro needs wages, the advancement of the country will be greater. Better citizenship will develop among the colored population, Mean, grafting white men make me a good community of white there is a good community of Negroes also. Mt. Taber, S. C. THE ROAD TO RACIAL SUPERIORITY. (From the San Francisco Bulletin.) One of the most useful men in the United States is black on the outside, that is black on Washington, and he does as much honor as Washington, and as did George Washington himself. "When I consider the cost of this war," Mr. Washington writes in a letter to the president, "blood that has been shed, of the property that has been destroyed and the misery that has been caused—I am sometimes inclined to thank God that I have been able to afford it. Rather, I am disposed to thank God that I belong to a people that cannot hope and does not desire to prosper at the expense of any other race. It is as well as for individuals, more than one way to be superior. One race may, for example, be superior to the other by simple process of getting on top of the world. I may, however, become superior by learning to do some one thing better than any one else in the world. And this may be a very simple thing; it may be rais- cotton or it may be writing a book. There is a world, of difference in this doctrine and that of such writers as the late Captain Mahan. Captain Mahan believed that the issue of racial tension in the United States would out by force of arms, and he thought that competition and struggle among European nations was a good thing in so far as it preserved the "fighting energy, which sooner or later would be lost" in the wielding numbers of Oriental men. No superiority in raiding cotton or writing books would suffice, in Captain Mahan's opinion, to save European civilization from being wiped clean off. But Booker Washington's beliefs, expressed though they are in the most modest and undogmatic form, endure even Captain Mahan's test. Even though we suppose that the Occident must some time settle with the Orient in order to avoid a weak in reason as it is in morality, "fighting energy" can batter he pre- be fighting with nature, and with the great tasks of peaceful life, than by murdering with modern war machinery. Anat's life, at best, will always be a struggle against odds. Ultimately he has to struggle to live. But modern war will not give him strength to survive. War is to league with antipasus, dabbiness and luxury, as no other warrior can do. He comes to those races, which devote their strength to the mantleful accomplishments of the heavy tasks of peace. COLUMBUS, OHIO Columbus, O.—Governor Willis of the state of Ohio spoke at a meeting held at Memorial University in Boston the General Cathedral in Spain to announce other prominent speakers were: Captain Thomas, toastmaster; Captain Gilbert, the Rov, D. A. Clark, Colleen M. Youmans, W. E. King, Judge Dillon and Benjamin Gravens formerly of this city left for Chicago Saturday night, where he has secured a position. Mrs. Herbert Gaston, 165 St. Kirsch, is the mother of a 9.5 pound boy. Lewis Reed, 437 Oak street who has suffered of dropsy for some time improve very slowly. Lewis Reed, 805 Mt. Vernon avenue. has returned after a week's visit with relatives and friends in the Pocahontas coal region. Mrs. Henrietta Campbell of Tacovell, Mrs. Helen Campbell of daughter, Mrs. Lizzie Huckner, 652 E. Spring street. Church last week was quite a success. The Rev. McCall of Indianapolis preached at Elevenight street A. M. E. Shrunch last Sunday night. Mrs. J. A. Knuo, Rosechorn street, who has been sick some time is reported much more. The K. of P. sermon held at Memorial Hall, Sunday was largely attended. The Rev. C. E. White preached. Dr. Mosby was master of ceremonies. Mr. Calder, past grand chancellor of the state of Qhfo preached at Memorial Hall, while about 600 K. of Ps. and Boy Scouts led by the Ninth Batallion and citizen bands formed a grand display in their long line of march to Memorial Hall. Music was furnished by the Elevenight street M. E. choir under the joint management of Curtis C. Church, organist. A solo was rendered by Harry Ferguson. WHEELING W VA Wheeling, W. Va.,—The 10th Street Baptist church held on last Sunday afternoon a baptising in the river at the foot of 12th street between the 4 and 4 p. m., the Rev. Mr. Fountain, pastor. Mrs. A. L. Gaines has returned from Mason City College where she taught music for the past year. The 12th street, was baptized last Sunday afternoon by the Rev. Goe. E. Fountain of the Baptist church. Thero was a large crowd. The Craftsman Frame shop has moved to Morrow and 11th streets in the Mooney Grocery Building. The Age will be on sale at this shop. Mrs. Jos, Verse and children, returned home after a four weeks' visit in Pittsburgh, Pa., the guests of her, mother, Mrs Susan B. Lee. Mrs. will be out soon for the big dansant to be given June 23, in Carroll Club. CHRISTIANSBURG VA CHRISTIANSBURG, Va.-An interscholastic debate between Bluefield Institute, Storer, College and Christiansburg Industrial Institute was held at each of the schools on April 30. Christiansburg sent its visiting teams to Bluefield, Storer College and Christiansburg, and Bluefield sent its visitors to Storer College*. Christiansburg won from Storer, College at Christiansburg and won from Bluefield Institute at Bluefield. The successful teams who brought this honor to Christiansburg and Miss Haitie Shelly and William Wells, and Miss Haitie Freeman and Harry Clarke. LET US LAUGH A BRIGHT OUTLOOK. "Just a bright spell of enthusiasm, who has sudden spell of enthusiasm, who has sudden spell of enthusiasm, who has sudden spell of it, I suppose we'll have a brief brief months of ex- wait for 1920," Washington Star. A LOOPHOLE "James, dear," said a careful mother to her nephew, "for your Uncle Edward will be here for dinner to-day. Be sure to wash your face and hair with the soap. Be sure to eat, mother, hesitatingly; "but—but suppose he doesn't come" —Philadelphia Record. THE RIGHT WAY. "Have you laid the foundation for your child's future?" "Yes. I have announced my unwillingness to be a candidate."—Washington Star. THE 'PPROFIT. "Did anybody out this way make any money out of fruit last year?" "Yep," replied Farmer Cornetosel. "The man who bought it was a lot of it already canned an 'sold it to us' agriculturists." — Washington Star. Murzarte—I'll beginning to agree with you, my dear. The last secret I told her was that I gave two dollars for extra telephone toll—judge. · AND THE COOK IS A BEAR. · "Every one in our family is some kind of animal," said Jimmie to the animated preacher. "Why, you shouldn't say that!" the good man exclaimed. And jade Jimmie, "mother's a dear, the baby is adored little lamb, I'm the kid and dad's the goat."—Ladies' Home Journal. FLIES IN THE OINTMENT "How and you like your lodge initiation last, night?" "Not very well. The follow who ran away with my wife last year delivered her owed me eighty-five dollars and sixty-five cents for eight years took initiation fee, and the shrimp that licked her hand healed the degree team."—Puck. JERSEY CITY, N. J. Jersey City, N. J.-Mothers' Day was observed at Bethel A. M. E church last Sunday, as the pastor was at conference the previous Sunday. At the morning and evening service the pastor, the Rev. A. L. Murray, delivered excellent sermons. The Sunday school was well attended. At 3.45 a.m. fine program was arranged by Mrs. M. E Hill. The participants were Misses Manie Prince, Nelle Beck, Essie Generette, Mrs. Alfred Thomas, Mme Ruth Holmes, Mme. Ella Barksdale Brown. At the close of the evening sermon the Blooming Lillies were organized. This club consists of about twenty-five young ladies of the Elma M. Murray was taken to Christ Hospital Tuesday, May 17. On Monday evening Mr. Richardson of Washington, D. C., exhibited "The life of Christ" in motion pictures to a large and appreciative audience at Bethel. Services for Sunday, May 23, at Bethel A. M. E. Church: 11 a. m.-Sermon by pastor, the Rev. A. L. Murray; "He sat in his tent door" 2.30 p. m.-Sunday school, Dr. W. H. Beck, superintendent; 4.15 p. m.-Junior C. E., Miss Esther Cheatham, president; 8 p. m.-Sermon by pastor Sunday, May 30, will be the first quarterly meeting of this conference year. The Rev. Joseph Stiles the new presiding elder will be present and preach at the morning service: The Rev. A. L. Hughes attended the New Jersey, annual conference which met at Trenton, N. J., May 5 to 10. He was consecrated, elder by Bishop Evans Tree, and appointed to St. Luke's A. M. E. church, Newark, N. J. Mr and Mrs. Thomas Stokes, 25 Jewett avenue, entertained at dinner Thursday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Braxton. Mr. Braxton is one of the crew of the Torpedo boat Wardon. He has recently been promoted to the position of oler Mrs Minus Hooper, died last Thursday after a lingering illness of pneumonia. Funeral services were held at Monumental Baptist church where she was a member. Interment at Jersey City Cemetery. Deceased is survived by a husband and number of relatives and friends. Mrs. L. E. Mabry, Kearney avenue, continues ill. Mrs. W. H. Golns, 36 Eye avenue, entertained the Scotia Scholarship Club last Thursday evening. PLAINFIELD, N. J. Plainfield, N. J.—The funeral of Mrs. Matilda. Stokes was held Wednesday afternoon. May 12 from the hono of her daughter, Mrs. Cary, Filmore avenue. Mrs. J. Madoza and friends from New York attended the funeral and returned after interment in Evergreen cemetery. The Rev. M. J. Tilden, former pastor of Bethel Chapel, officiated. The Rev. K. Bartel. Third street. Mrs. J. W. Laily, East Third, great spottet he week end with friends in the park. Miss M. Jones, East Third street, spent the weekend in Trenton, the guest of M. Bridgeford. Miss E. W. Sturges of Orange, N. J. was here, the guest of Miss M. Jones, East Third street. The Rev. Mr. Imes, the newly elected pastor of Bethel Chapel will take charge Sunday, May 23. Rev. E. W. Roberts, West Fourth street, pastor of Shilo Baptist Church, spent the weekend in Mt. Vernon, Pa., assisting the Rev. C. H. Barry in a week of union meetings in his church. The Rev. Mr. Alexander, Plainfield avenue, accompanied by his family, attended the funeral, Sunday, May 16 of his brother, the Rev. W. A. Alexander, pastor of Sidam Presbyterian Church, Brooklyn. The deceased was at one time pastor of Bethel Chapel here in East Fifth street. Mrs. Arthur Venable, West Third street has returned home from the hospital greatly improved. Mrs. Elizabeth Lee of New Brunswick, N. J., after spending a few weeks with her aunt, Mrs. John Smith, Plainfield avenue, has returned home. Members of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church West Fourth street, anticipate a jubilee over success of getting their pastor, the Rev. J. P. Coller back after the protest process having been recorded to lay members and friends. Miss Wilhelmina Winston, Plainfield avenue, after a week's visit with friends in Brooklyn, N. Y., Mrs. G. Gray, Fulton street, and others, has returned home. Robert Stevens, East Third, street, spent the weekend visiting the G. U. O. of O. F. on business in Jersey City and Brooklyn, N. Y. Miss Annie Fisher after a four or five months' stay in Winsor Locks, Conn, has returned to her home with her guest, Mrs. William Prior, Plainfield avenue. Mrs. William Grobes, Sr., spent a few days with her daughter, Mrs. Walter Cork in New York City, recently. A dual track meet between Montclair high school and Plainfield high school was held last Wednesday, May 12. The athletic club of the Montclair high school and the results was the winning of two important events by a local boy of the race. William Daniels, West Third street won the 140 yard dash. The 880 yard and half mile run were run in record-breaking time; establishing a new record for these events. Our enterprising H. Cobbs keeps up his tennis record. He will be hard to boat, Maybe, Green, Yetun and others are after him. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kelso, Elm street, are making extensive alterations to their home. Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Smith of Alabama resides with Mr. and Mrs. F. Wood Plainfield avenue. Mr. malloy of New York was the weekend and brother Mr. Arondale and friends, West Fourth street, Plainfield Lyceum held exercises at Shila Baptist Church, West Fourth street, Sunday, May 16, Ralph Greene, vice-president in the chair, Miss Ada Colbs, secretary, Miss E. Lilly had charge of the program which was as follows, Solo, Mrs. Lambert; recitation, Miss Hudson, solo, Miss P. Lander; repetition, Miss Eva Lilly; vocal solo, Edward Blair; piano solo, Arthur Venable; musician selections, the orchestra, heyday Hill, Elma Venable, to Thomas Hill, Elma Venable, M. Hurling and V. Venable; remarks, the Rev. J. P. W. Coller. Mrs Johnson, 307 Plainfield avenue will return her daughter to the medical institution where she was for treatment three or four years. Three or four years later, she will be in the Thirty-seventh anniversary of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, New York, Sunday, May 15 is the hour of the evening. Times in the absence of the Rev. E. W. Reberts, pastor of Shilo Baptist C Sunday, May 16, the pulpit was fitted at both morning and evening services by the Rev. S. S. Henderson, Bloom- field, N. J., who preached to an appre- ciative audience: A series of match games, of tonnes between the Elizabeth and Plainfield club be held here beginning Decorotion No. 10. The Plainfield club will entertain the Elizabeth club in the evening at the Nonpariel club, St. Mays avenue LAKEWOOD, N. I. Lakewood, N. J.—The funeral services of Mrs. Mary Schank were held at Macedonia Baptist Church on Thursday at 3 p. m. A large number were out to pay the last tribute of respect. Floral tributes were many and beautiful. The funeral services over the remains of Sarah Brown, granddaughter of Mrs. Fanny Brown, who died Friday morning at 12:30 a. m.; were held at the Macedonia Baptist Church on Sunday afternoon, the Rev. Mr. Griffin officiating, assisted by the Reva. A. G. Young and T. L. Williams. A young lady (name unknown to correspondent), died suddenly on Friday in her rooms on Fourth street. The city was carried to Atlantic City on Sunday. Those who attended the reception given the Rev. A. A. Young, pastor of Sixth Street Baptist Church on last Thursday evening, report on evening well spent. Miss Josephine Rose read a short sketch on the life of the Rev. Mr. Young. A short program followed, after which a delightful aupper was served. Mrs. Louis Pickens of New York is in town for a couple of months, the guest of Mrs. Thomas Johnson, John street. NEWARK N. J Newark, N. J.—The Bethany Presbyterian Mission, Charlton street and Belmont avenue, will celebrate its seventh anniversary beginning Sabbath evening, May 23. The union excursion committee met at the Presbyterian Church last Wednesday evening and elected the following officers for the ensuing year: Van B. Powell, chairman; Samuel E. Harrison, vice-chairman; M. E. Hall, corresponding secretary; J. H. Hudson, recording secretary; C. F. McLaurin, assistant secretary; Emory Trembrock, treasurer; the Rev. E. F. Eggleston, assistant treasurer. George A. Webb, Central avenue, graduated from the U. N. L. Institute, Petersburg May, 14. He will teach in the Virginia the forthecoefing year. Wm. H. Edwards, 98 Sheffield street, was called to Washington, D. C., to attend the funeral of his father, the late Henry Edwards, 816 West 12th street, Northeast Mrs. Sarah M. Thomks of Mt. Clain and Mrs. Jane Veency of New York were entertained by Mrs. V. B. Powell. 200 Orange street, last Friday. James Dedman, Parlor street is convulsing after a serious illness. PERTH AMBOY N J Perth Amboy, N. J.-H. Anthony Eust avenue, came home from his work last Monday afternoon feeling quite ill. He is now much better. The Rev. Russell fonliguer le prairie to the convocation of the Second Baptist church next Sunday evening. There will be preaching in the morning. The Rev. Ross preached an interesting sermon last Sunday to a good congregation. The Rev. Ross spoke over the remains of Mrs. F. Liggins last Wednesday evening, May 12. Her body was at the morgue on New Brunswick avenue. Many friends were there, including her club members and Thursday morning her body was sent to her former home in Richmond, Va. SOMERVILLE. N. L Sonerville, N. J.—The Rev. W. D. Robeson preached on Sabbath morning. In the afternoon the Rev. Mr. Robeson was at Westfield. Holy Sacrament was in the evening. Quarterly conference will be held June 3. The Rev. Mr. Coffey will preach the following Sunday. The Rev. Dickerson who has been ill in the hospital is improved in health and is able to be out. Mrs. Grimsely Buckner went to Patterson on Sunday to hear Billy Sunday. Mrs. Mary Vankirk spent the week end with Mrs. Dequot in New York. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Auten, Miss Leah Hurling and Miss Harvey, attended the A. M. E. Conference at Trenton on Sunday. The Ladies' Social Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. George Schenck on Monday evening. Dalton refreshments were served by the hostess. A pleasant evening was spent. Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Lancaster of New York are at their summer home. Mrs. Lancaster took a party of friends, to Duke's Park in her new auto on Tuesday afternoon. PATERSON, N. I. Paterson, N. J.-Roy- Paton of Brooklyn, N. Y., spent the week end with friends in Paterson. A body of public school boys and girls numbering about 200, with Miss E Dunn, Mr. W. Smith, J. Taylor, Mr. Hogan, L. Randolph and S. Hogans, visited on last Saturday afternoon the battleship Florida. The five names of this week are Mrs. Beekman, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. G. Banks-and Mrs. Burton, Miss Collins. G. Hinton is spending a few weeks in North Carolina. BAYONNE. N. J. Bayonne, N. J.-Bayonne was well represented at the Curtis Lyceum of the Staten Island Academy on Monday evening, May 17, the occasion being a meeting held by the colored citizens, speakers in the city, and Minor R. R. Moton, commandant of Cadets of - Hampton Institute and Booker T. Washington. In the afternoon he also preached a lesson at the church. Mr. Zilon Church of the city. Somerville, N. N., or which I father, the Rev. D. Robinson, pastor, the Rev. B. C. Wilson, pastor of the Peters, A. M. E. Zion Church preached at the morning and evening services on Sunday. A parlor social will be held at the residence of Mr. andi Mrs. C. W. Mullford, 70 Andrew street, on Friday evening May 21, for the benefit of the Missionary Society of St. Peters A. M. E. Zion Church. ELMIRA, N. Y Elmira, N. Y.-The Rev. T. G. Clark, pastor of Bottel A. M. Eui. Church has been appointed on the staff of onu-merators to take the census of the city. His appointment was made by Francis M. Hugo, secretary of state. KANSAS CITY, KAN. Kansas City, Kan.—J. J. Jordon, a member of the U. S. Hospital Corps, stationed at Fort Leavenworth, Kan. visited friends in this city recently. PATTERSON, LA. Patterson, Ln.-Sunday, May 9. St. Mary Lodge No. 5229, G. U. O. F., held its seventy-seventh annual thanksgiving service at St. Luke Baptist Church, St. Louis, Mo. The master of ceremonies. The welcome address by the Rev. Allan Sumner was responded to by P. N. F. Osiah Tibbs. Scripture was read by the Rev. J. W. Cooper, pastor of church. Addresses by the Rev. James Chapman. Mrs. Hattie Watta, by J. H. Murray Dr. J. E. Simms. A solo was sung by the organist, Inmate Mrs. Mary Lewis. The thanksgiving sermon was preached by the Rev. Henry Dutton, by P. N. F. Melyn Clark invoked the divine blessing. The collection was $18.75. On Monday, May 10, Mrs. Lethter Dutton and Mrs. Virginia Wren gave a concert at Odd Fellows Hall for the benefit of St. Luke Baptist Church. Lovy Taylor died May 12. Mrs. Lethter's marriage of two of the oldest citizens of the town took place at Good Hope Baptist Church on Wednesday, May 12, at 8:30. John-Wiley, oblv war veteran, age 78 years and Mrs. Millie Lewis, aged 68 years, widow of the late Carter Lewis. Boston Oliver was best man and Mrs. Bener Olary was the bridesmaid. The bachelor was given a reception was given in honor of the newly wed at the residence of the bride. Music was furnished by the Henderson orchestra. HOLLY SPRINGS, MISS Holly Springs, Miss.—On Thursday, May 13, Rust College in this city closed despite the illness of the President Rev James T. Boocking during the year. Boocking, Sunday, May 9, the Baccalaureate sermon was preached by The Rev. E. O. Wolfork of Jackson, Miss., who finished the college course some years ago, and received his A. M. degree last year from Rust. Tuesday night, May 11, Dr. P. A. White, formerly a member of the faculty of M. I. College, made an address before the Literary Society. On Wednesday, May 12 at 10 a. m. a class day program was rendered Wednesday night the annual concert of the music department, Mrs. Nathis-Granthan, principal. On Thursday at 10 a. m. the graduating exercises were held at the school which were delivered by the school inspector, Dr. Bennett. College-Miss Frances Gregory of Meridan, Miss; Preparatory-Misses Anna Mack of Paris, Ky. Mabel Hodges, Forest City, Ark, Josephine Brooks of Aberdeen and Monroe Crawford of Aberdeen, Louis Stenns of Jamestown and Odell Rich. ardson of Holly Springs; Normal- Lula Springs; Lula Cooper of Bolivar, Penn, Amie D. Scott of Pickens and Quinnie Randolph of Dorset. The baccalaureate sermon of the Miller Institute high school was preached Sunday, May 9 by the Rev. Story of C, M F. Church at Anderson Chapel Monday a concept was rendered by the primary department. Wednesday, prize declamation contest was held. Thursday morning class day exercises; evening, graduating exercises. The following complete: Misses Johnnie Stewart, Laura Seale, Mattle and Olina Martin and Maude Riley, Messrs. Wynne Dobbs, and Robert Hyman. The baccalaureate sermon of the M. I. College was preached Sunday, May 16 by the Rev. J. C. Martin of Jackson, Tenn. PINE BLUFF ARK Pine Huff, Ark.—The Model Home School closed with a concert at Miller's Theatre. The King's Daughters and Legion of Honor are fiting up the parsonage for the Rev. Mr. Moody and family. F. P. Y. played visited College commencement. He is a trustee. Mrs. T. H. Skidmore is still on the sick list I. S. Moon, letter carrier, was given a surprise birthday party by Mrs. Moon. Bishop Chappelle was called to Attend work by the death of Bishop Henry M. Turner. Mrs. Wm. Towysend and the Rev. O. L. Moody attended commencement at Shorter College. Mildred and Gladys Means and little Georgia Freeman won the prizes offered at the spelling match contest at Merrill High School. P. A. M. of the state, is working to erect the elevator in the Masonic Temple. NORFOLK CONN Norfolk, Conn.-The Litchfield County Choral Union will give their joint rehearsal at the Music Shed May 21 and 26. George Murphy who has been ill for the past three weeks, is now able to be up and about his duties. Perry Murphy and Fred Taylor was tendered a surprise party in Winsted May 12. Mrs. Lella Randall of New York, who is employed at the Norfolk Inn for the summer, has arrived. Mrs. Dellah Phelps, formerly Miss Smith, who was married a short time ago, is now living in New York. Miss Isabella Freeman was visiting in Great Barrington last Saturday. INSTITUTE, W. VA. INSTITUTES, W. Va.—On Thursday, May 13, the teachers and students of the West Virginia Collegiate Institute attended in a body the thirty-third annual convention of the West Virginia Sunday School Association in Charleston, W. Va., on invitation of Arthur T. Arnold, executive secretary of the association. 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THE SMART SET is playing a return engagement at the Lafayette Theatre this week, and those who were unable to secure seats to see "His Excellency, the President" a few weeks ago when the company was in Harlem, are now taking advantage of the last opportunity offered this season. Several new musical numbers have been introduced, and the Humor Department, in charge of S. Tutt Whitney and J. Homer Tutt, continues to be the feature of the production. Others in the cast are Blanche Thompson, Greenbury Holmes, Sam Gardner, Frank Jackson, O. D. Carter, Al Watts, Will J. HOMER TUTT Dixon, James Woodson, Will Hall, George Boutte, Ethel Marshall, Pauline Parker, Helen Clinton, Hattie Akers, and Emma Jackson. Matt Marshall and Billy Cumby are appearing between the first and second acts as an added attraction, and they diffuse merriment in large quantities. This act is one of the best blackface turns in the business, and the comedy work of the pair is clean-cut. Their methods of provoking laughter are distinctly their own. Marshall & Cumby have been working on the big time for several months with big success. Next week, commenting on Monday, May 4, will be Anniversary Week at the Lafayette Theatre and Messrs. Morganstern & Walton will celebrate the occasion by presenting a monster vaudeville bill. A number of acts which were big hits at the Lafayette during the year will again seek to win the approval of the patrons, including May & May (with "Stringbeans") J. Leubrie Hill's Cakewalk Review, with twelve people, and Fannie Wise. Messrs. Morganstern & Walton desire to thank their many patrons for the loyal support given them, during their first year's management of the Lafayette Theatre, and assure the public that they will strive as diligently in the future to furnish them with clean, wholesome entertainment as they have in the past. The Lafayette Theatre was opened under the present management last May, when nine out of ten persons made the prediction that it would be closed for lack of support within four weeks and many of these forecasts were sincerely M. uttered and without prejudice. It was pointed out at the time that the house had failed under other managers, many of whom had large bank accounts, and it was difficult for some to figure how the new management was going to succeed under such adverse conditions. That Messra, Morgansiern & Walton were showing poor judgment in opening the house in May when the majority of the theatres were closing for the summer season was another view taken. Despite these gloomy and none too encouraging prophecies the management set out to secure the confidence of the public by giving the best entertainment of its kind in New York for the motive. Such features as the country store, for which hundreds of dollars are expended weekly, were introduced with great success, and on each bill may be found standard acts that work on the big time. While it is true that one hears an argument now and then in which the bills at the Lafayette and the Alhambra are held up for comparison, the person who seeks to prove that the Lafayette does not provide as good entertainment as the Alhambra usually shuts up when told that the prices of admission at the Lafayette Theatre are five and ten cents in the afternoon and ten, fifteen and twenty-five in the evening, while the cheapest seat at the Alhambra is twenty-five cents, and then you are not always permitted to choose just what section in which you desire to sit. The Lafayette Theatre is playing its part in solving the so-called race problem by making ridiculous the statements of the Tillmans and Vardamans that colored and white people should not sit together in places of public accommodation. The Lafayette has a large number of white patrons who have found that sitting next to a colored person in a theatre is no crime and that their health will not be seriously impaired by so doing. Throughout the United States to-day the Lafayette Theatre is looked upon as the leading theatre of its kind in America, and in the theatrical district on Broadway it is regarded as one of New York's most unique theatrical institutions. It will be the aim of the management during the new season just begun to keep, the house in the enviable position it now enjoys. THEATRICAL IOTTINGS J. Leubrie Hill's Darktown Revue, featuring Evan Robinson, with a company of eleven, is at Gibson's Standard Theatre. Others on the bill are Mason & Howard, the Bradfords, Aldine's Australian gymnasts, Daisy Martin and Ramsey, Hampton & Burman. Davis & Walker, at the Broadway Theatre, Camden, last week, had a narrow escape from fire. They saved their trunks but lost part of their wardrobe including makeup. Rogers & Wiley (Fred and Stella) opened on the Pantages circuit at Winnepeg, Can., May 17. They are billed for fourteen weeks. Clef Club Fancy Dress Carnival at Manhattan Casino, Friday evening, May 21. General admission 50 cents. Prosenium seats, $1. Boxes and Leges $5 each. W. H. Ray's Creole Ballas will begin rehearsals May 20, the show opening May 27 at Montclair, N. J. Harry Rich is manager. Edgar Connor and Cecil Mann are in Indianapolis, Ind. Marie Lucas, leader of the Lafayette Theatre Orchestra, distinguished herself Tuesday evening by conducting the orchestra in the absence of the Smart Set Company's regular director, who was compelled to leave the city. Miss Ana has been through the score of "His Excellency the President," prior to Tuesday evening. Maude Turner, well known in theatrical circles, is doing cabaret work in San Francisco. She is residing at 520 Pacific street. Jolly John Larkins is cheduled to open in a revised edition of "A Trip to Africa" early in August. CLEF CLUB PROGRAM The program for the carnival of the Cleft Club at Manhattan Casino, Friday evening, May 21, is about perfected. Deacon Johnson, president and directing manager, has secured the cooperation and assistance of several public favorites, and the entertainment will include several novelties. The Clet Club Glee Club, with Wil- s Free r Tumby Iam C. Elkins directing, will sing and the Cief Club orchestra will play for concert and dancing. In the concert J. Tim Brimm will conduct his "Heart to Heart" waltz, and the Cief Club march will be played for the grand march of the choir. Are two Fred M. Bryan will conduct his new "Sunset Tag" and Will Dixon will conduct "Swing, Alonk." Miss Abhis Mitchell will sing the "Spring Song" from Coloridge-Taylor's Hinwath, and the "Southern Song" by Landon Ronald. Melville Charlton will play accompaniments. Mme. Inez Cough-Ixon, soprano will appear in Brell, and "Kiss Me Again," by Herbert, with orchestral accompaniment. Miss Alice Gorgas of Philadelphia will sing "The Italian Street Song," by Herbert, assisted by the Cief Club Male Chorus, W. C. Elkins directing with Samuel D. Knight, accompanist. Usher Watta will present Clarence Williams' new song, "Can't You See I'm Just Crazy About You." Palmer Jones will work together in the presentation of their own creation, and Joangles will appear in his latest specialties. MINOWINGS OF SPORT CAUGHT BY HOOKS Owing to the heavy rainfall last Sunday morning, Christopher A. C. was compelled to postpone their set of members games that were to have been held at McCombs Dam Park, 155th street. A good crowd came out in spite of the rain—all eager to sit up the new material the parish house boys are opposing to go. Frank Jenkins, formerly of Smart Set A. C., not to be outdone by the rain, circled the quarter mile track three times in what looked like record time. Manager Ralston was working out with his charges trying hard to form such a combination, as he worked up for Smart Set in years gone by. He ports that he has captured Tucker, the fast new spinner who showed so creditably here in the New York A. C. games last year. Looking over the names he submitted for publication I find that he has a well-balanced team in Richardson, Ravenell, Summer and Tucker for the sprints; Fountain, Ralston, the Jenkins and Davis brothers for my most recent season; Younger, Williams and MacLougal for the mile and Stokeley and Morris for anything above that distance. Added to this St. Christopher has found a coming weight thrower in A. Fagan of Manual Training High School who has champ of the school boys in 1913. Ralston, expects wonders from this excellent material. --- Aaron Morris showed wonderful improvement over the form displayed in the "Evening Mall" race when last Saturday he placed seventh in the "Jersey Journal" ten mile grind. Morris received two handsome and valuable awards, the extra one going to him for being the first unattached man to finish. * * * Those who were fortunate enough to see Kld Brooks work out Saturday night are thoroughly convinced that Darkey Griffith is too proud to fight. At a meeting of the A. A. U. Saturday night, George Lattimore of Smart Set and Leo Le Beat were elected members of the Metropolitan Junior Championship committee. This is development number one. It would not be bad taste for more colored officials to be employed in the meets staged by Negro clubs this summer. . . . P. J. White, the Salem-Crescent phenom; James Iavenell, track captain of St. Christopher A. C. and Bunk Jones, who will represent the Salem boys when his year's penance of unattached running is over, have been invited to run a special 100 yard dash during the Depression. Under the games of Howard University. There is good reason for me to believe all will accept. The New York Age will get authentic reports from this meet as Ravenell and P. J. White will report exclusively for The Age. Do you want to become acquainted with the country's most prominent coloured? Begin next week in The Age—one each week. Photographs will accompany each article. P. P. Moore comes next week. --- After passing some of the aspiring local athletes with cigars in their hair, he must understand why "Hill" Shakespeare said. The Cigar is Stronger than the Rope. ```markdown ``` With such men as Roy Morse, Pete White, Oscar Adamson and Andrew Pendleton entered in the 100 year dash in the Metropolitan Junior championship, June 17. It looks as though at least three of the four men who will face the starter in the finals will be colored. Cliff Vester says in such a case the race will be 'called on account of darkness.' --- About the surest person in Pittsburgh, other than Pullman porters, of resolving a free trip to the Metropolis this summer is Jimmy Burwell of the University of that city who three Saturdays back on the 90 and 250 yard duels by 5 and 15 and spectively in a dual meet between his school and Syracuse, University. The Salem-Crescents are said to be angling to have him compete in their meet which has been postponed to July 3. The entrance of this "flying cinder from the smoky city" in either of the short dashes should add considerable color to any meet. In the "Evening Mall" modified marathon May 8, the colored boys accomplished what they had never accomplished before—the feat of finishing five men from one Negro organization. The Salem-Crescents were the ones to break the ice with W. J. Wright, Jim Buntingham, Wilson Jackson and Lolly Wellington in silver cup. Monday night the cup was in triumph to the meeting rooms of this club by cross country captain, Jim Creed. The team received many outbursts of applause. Director J. Rowland Johnson thanks the members of the Choral Society and the orchestra for responding so generously to the call on last Sunday for the Bonner T. Washington meeting at the University. The society will continue its meetings and receive free instruction in the fundamental principles of voice culture. Theory and ensemble singing every Saturday evening between the hours of 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. are requested to be present on Saturday May 22. to pass on the completion of by-laws and regulations. Applicants are invited to come and register at any time. Conferences for the children's May festival at Manhattan Casino are held on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock. Merrill High Is Still Winning Pine Bluff, Ark.—Merrill High School defeated Monk's Addition Braves at Longley's Park, Friday, May 14, in 8 innings. Cobb pitched six innings, all inning, and runs. Love, the center fielder, marked the eighth inning. Minor the big catcher and Daniels, first baseman, are playing good games A PROMISING PIANISTE. The first appearance of Miss C. Carlette Thomas in a grand piano recital at the First-Immanuel Church, 106 West 130th street, the Rev. Richard M. Bolden, pastor, on Friday evening, May 14 was a sweeping success. Miss Thomas demonstrated that she possesses the same capabilities and qualities as have been possessed by the world's greatest pianists. She is now a marvel to all who have heard her, though only 14 years of age. Prof. Bruto V. Glannart, her piano instructor, and Prof. Reginald Barrett, her organ instructor, were present with the members of their families, giving added inspiration to her execution. The house was crowded out very early and many were turned away. Miss Thomas not only showed splendid technique and f-rule, but also a evidence of deep soul expression. The rendition of Lista's 2nd Hungarian Rhapsodie was especially uplifting. Miss Thomas was assisted in her program by the three young artists, Master Eugene Martin, cello, Master David Martin; Jr., violin, and Miss Lyla Mason, piano, composing the Martin-Mason trio of the Martin-Smith Music School. The following was the program: Invocation, the Rev. Wm. H. Hogans (a) 3rd Ballade in A flat... Chopin (b) Fantisale Impromptu... Chopin (c) Miss C. Corleon (1st movement) Trio, E flat Major (1st movement) Beethoven Master David Martin, violin Master Eugene Martin, cello Miss Lyla Mason, piano (a) Serenade in B minor (b) S. Rachmaninov (b) Prima Melodia... G. Marciuse (b) Ima Aragonesa... B. V. Glanvani Ninety and Nine... Campton Miss C. Thomas Solo, the Rev. R. M. Bolden. 2nd Rhapsodie Hongolise... P. Lista (a) 1st Nocture in B flat minor (b) Polonaise in A flat.....Chopin Miss Thomas Trio Scherzo.....Schubert (a) Valse Triste.....J. Shellus (b) Valse Triste.....Chopin (c) Papillons (Butterflies).....Ollen Miss Thomas Vocal solo, "Judge Me O God"—Buck The Rev. Richard M. Bolden The Ride of the Wakuren. R. Wagner Miss C. Carlette Thomas Benediction, the Rev. B. W. Arnett The Rev. Mr. Bolden was well received with his bass solos: Mrs. L. Tuckett presented him with a hand- some bouquet on behalf of the church members. Miss Thomas during the program and at its close was deluged with bouquets of flowers. The following persons presented her with flowers: Mr. and Mrs. H. Adolph Howell, Reginald Barrett, Mr. and W. P. Johnston, B. V. Glannin, Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Henderson, Ernest Greane, Mrs. Elizabeth Hicks, Mrs. M. J. Irby, M. P. Redd, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Green, Mrs. Hes- ter Bailey, Miss English, Mr. and Mrs. James Fox. At the close of the program the Rev. Mr. Bolden thanked Mrs. Martin for having the trio to appear. He gave to each member of the trio a bouquet of flowers and a contribution. He congratulated Prof. Glannini on his patience and devotion shown in the training of Miss Thomas. He commended Miss Thomas on her work and said that he had been interested in her work and that she was a patron of learning. he was pleased to have her accept $10 in gold as an evidence of his appreciation of her as a musical genius. Miss Thomas responded graciously, her humble air and modest remarks received prolonged applause. Cuban Stars to Play Sunday. So eager are the Cuban-Stars to meet the Lincoln Giants that they have postponed their regular annual trip through the week until next week, in August at the Olympic Field, 183rd street and Fifth avenue on Sunday next. With the arrival of Pedraea, their crack pitcher, and Chacon, the sensational shortstop the Cuban Stars have materially strengthened, and feel confident they will be able to regroup for the defenses administered at their recent meeting. "Cyclone" Joe Williams is pitching wonderful ball for the Lincoln Giants will oppose Pedraea in the opening game, which commences at 1:30 p.m. at the Olympic Field. Players in this city and Olympic Field will be taxed to capacity to see their fast fielding, coaching and hitting. Boxer on Visit to, City. Last Saturday night the Salem-Crescent A. C. was visited by Smiling (Kid) Brooks (a former member) who has seen two years service in Uncle Sam's Navy. After hand shaking, he and some of the some boys donned their uniforms and played ball game Brooks teamed up with Hooks and succeeded in annexing the club championship in doubles. Resen Leiftch and Irving McClain engaged in a two round affair that served as a preliminary to Brooks's exhibition. Leiftch was the sailor's first opponent. Leiftch put up a game stand. Leiftch boy from New York then took on Coleman Reed, on behalf of one after another in handy fashion. He received a big "hand" and was induced to say in a few words, as follows: "I am very glad to see all of you looking so well and feel proud to know that you have not fallen to Demon Rum. If you'll take my advice, you'll be able to play well in your sport. I have tried repeatedly while in port to, coax Darkey, Griffin into a match with me but apparently he wants none of my game for on each of my visits to his house I was informed that he was out. I am arranging with Hooks so that you may keep well posted on what I am doing through Thanksgiving. When looked if he navy, he replied that the navy did not offer suitable place to train and that he can sideder it no fit place for the young colored man if he has any ambition. His term has about two, and a half years more to run. Virginia Union Clayers Championship Trimond, Va. - Virginia Union University baseball team is claiming the championship among the eastern universities composing the Colored Inter scholastic Athletic Association, the members being Hampton, Howard, L. Tom, Shaw and Union. Union lost two games to Hampton, but Hampton did not play any other team. Howard, Lincoln and Union are the only teams considered in the percentage, and Union defeated Howard once and Lincoln twice. Howard won once and Lincoln once each. Playing four games, Union won three, lost one, with a standing of .750. Howard won two, lost one, for an average of .666. Lincoln lost all three games played. Wilberforce Team Defeats Chinese. Wilberforce, Ohio.—The strong Chinese University Baseball team from Honolulu, Hawaii, went down in defeat on May 17, the Wilberforce team, with Simpson in the oak, had the big eight in the lime, with Simpson in the Chinese down with two hits. The Wilberforce boys did not score until the ninth inning the Chinese in the meanwhile accumulating three runs. A hit, a base on ball and another hit, scored Chris Wilberforce, with Chiesa Wilberforce's catcher, then came up and the longest hit ever seen on Wilberforce grounds, made the round of the bases, with the two men going in ahead of him, and winning the game. Wilberforce team goes on a seven day trip, visiting Institute, W. Va., Montgomery, W. Va., Charleston, W. Va., and New Concord, Ohio. Baltimore Ledger Marathon. A crowd of nearly 2,000 rooters saw Robert Earl Johnson, running for Morgan College, Baltimore, win the second annual modified marathon race, (5 miles) held under the auspices of the Afro-American Ledger of that city last Saturday morning. Daniel F. Boley held the second, running for the Tea Rose Social. There were thirty-five runners entered for the race, representing Howard University, the Y. M. C. A. of Washington, the Astorin A. A., Dunbark A. A., St. Mary's A. A., Morgan College, Monark P. C. Tea Rose S. C., Chel Jr. P. C., Pshankk P. S., Golden Arrow P. C., and Aaron Boulding for James Finesse, a 17-year-old lad running for the Dunbark A. A., finished in third place. Harry A. Boulding, running for the Washington Y. M. C. A., and Aaron Boulding for Howard University finished fourth and fifth respectively. The Club.trophy awarded to the club having the largest number of participants in the teen was awarded the Dunbark athletic Association, which also won the club trophy last year. The games committee consisted of Llewellyn Wilson, Hardwell Webb, I, N. Ross, Jr. Dankel Murphy and Arnette McCormick. The games committee, the local Y. M. C. A. and Dr. O, W. Holmes, of the Colored High School, acted as judges. M Ballyntyne of the team was the official timer. The time of the winner was 33 minutes and 25 seconds. NORWICH CONN Nowworth, Conn.—John H. Harris, president of the Trustee Board of the McKinley Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church, has been in the employment of the Thames National Bank for a number of years. He has just purchased a fine eight-enement block on East Main st. Mr. Harris and Chas. F. Hazzard is to occupy two of the tenements, Mr. Hazzard has recently secured a fine position in one of the leading clubs of the city. "The Trial," held in Unity Hall last week under the auspices of the Unity Club of the Odd Fellows Lodge, was largely patronized and was conducted in an interesting and legal form. John H. Harris was judge Mr. McKnight and Mr. Hillehner were opposing lawyers. The prisoner was acquitted of the charge of stealing a horse. Mrs. Jennie King is much improved in health Conrad Johnson of New London, Comm., is again under treatment here. A few months ago he returned from the Sanatorium to work. During this time his father and a brother have died. Mr. Johison is a native of Henderson, N. C. Miss Bessie Filer, after a long stay in the hospital, is again engaged in her Mrs. White of Goldsboro, N. C., who has been in the city for several months, was visited by her daughter of Newark, N. J. Charles E. Jackson is recovering from a severe illness. The musical in the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Friday evening May 14th, was largely attended. Mrs. A. F. Drury had secured excellent local talent and, assisted by Jackson's Orchestra, a line program was rendered. The Odd Fellows' reception and dance was well patronized. Visitors from New Haven, New London, Putnam, Williamim and other places were present. Miss Minnie Bradley, G. M. N. G. of Connecticut, visited Household of Ruth No. 499 last Tuesday evening and was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Spiviny. Jackson's orchestra has been engaged to play at Columbus Park for the summer. The rally at McKinley Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday, resulted in raising $125 of the $200 attempted. The effort will be completed Sunday, May 31. The morning prayer meetings at the McKinley Baptist Church are well attended. I was in Providence, L. was in the city for a few days, the guest of his sister, Mrs. Julia Reilly, Union street. Mrs. Nicholas Jackson, 66 High street, has just returned from a pleasant visit with relatives in Philadelphia, Pa. She was accompanied by Master Middleton Anderson, the little son of Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson, Clay avenue. JACKSONVILLE. FLA Jacksonville, Fl.—Rob Armstrongn, former trainer of Jack, Johnson, has identified here. He has spawned a cold drink and cigar stand in the lobby of the new Globe Theatre. He is a schedled charge of the Brick, a local performer with a match with champion Jess Willard. The State Legislature passed a bill lebarring no attorney of the state, only two weeks ago an effort was made to pass the net known as the grandfather law. In this they failed. Protests are preparing to make a light. -The Davis Bill recently passed rounded the death knell of the saloons Florida. The purchase of intoxicating delphins can only buy a half pint cocktail or more of liquors and is produced in streets. He must take it home consume it. LAFAYETTE THEATRE RALEIGH, N. C. Raleigh, N. C.-Dr. N. Kennedy, of Burlington, Vt., is in the city for a few days the guest of Mrs. Dempay Holmon, South Blount street. Dr. Kennedy is specialist for women and conducts a private sanitarium and hospital in Burlington, Vt., with assistant white physicians. A mass meeting of the Sunday School workers in this city will meet in the First Congregational church May 20. Dr. E. T. Ransom of Danville, Va., was in the city last Thursday, en route to Oxford, N. C., to visit Miss E. O. Ransom, his sister, who is quite ill. W. H. Lytle of Steemm, N. C., is in the city. Henry Pierce of Ronnoke, Va., was in the city visiting friends last week. Dr. Adkin of Hampton, Va., was a visitor to Shaw's commencement last Thursday. Kittrell College's (Kittrell, N. C.) commencement exercises took place May 20. F. M. McCoy, a student of Kittrell College is expected home. this week for his summer vacation. Miss Bessie Perry, a, teacher in Benedict College, Columbia, S. C., is here. She will leave in a few days for Charlotte, N. C. The closing exercises of the Davie St. Presbyterian Parochial School will take place in the Masonic Temple May 27. The commencement exercises of Shaw University took place last Thursday. Illness prevented your correspondent from being present at these exercises. ATLANTA, GA. Atlanta, Ga.—The commencement season at Atlanta University opens on Thursday, May 20, and closes Wednesday, May 26. The baccalaureate sermon on May 23 will be by the president, the Rev. E. T. Ware, and the commencement speaker will be Dr. W. D. Weatherford of the International Y. M. C. A., Nashville, Tenn. The twentth Atlanta conference will be held on May 24, and the speakers will be the Rev. Frederick Means of Madison, Me., and G. E. Haynes of Fisk University. The class play on May 21 will be "Damon and Pythias." Morehouse College commencement opens Friday, May 21, when the class day exercises will consist of an original play, "College Days." President John Hope delivers the baccalaureate address on Sunday, May 23, and commencement comes on Wednesday, May 26, at 10 a.m. Kemper Harreld's student's recitat was a remarkable success. The Y. M. C. A. quartet assisted. Morehouse baseball team is enjoying the acclaim, which comes with administering a defeat to the strong Morris Brown team, which is the first defeat that team has suffered his two years. Kennedy in the box did the work for Morehouse, while the hitherto invincible Wiley was knocked out of the box in the fourth inning. Williams was sent in for Morris Brown, but could not overcome the advantage already gained. The final score was 5 to 4. President Hope of Morehouse attended the twenty-fifth reunion of his class at Worcester Academy, Worcester, Mass. LYNCHBURG VA Lynchburg, Va. - George Citter spent a few days at Amherst, Va. they spent a few days at Amherst, Va. The Baptist General Association met in here last week at the Eighth Street Baptist Church. A large number of students attended. The Manhattan Giants gave a show at the city auditorium in honor of the visiting, team from Spencer, N. C. The dance was largely attended. . . The. Presbyterian school conducted by Mrs. Robinson-a-successful man last Friday night, . . . Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Reblinson, attended the funeral of Mrs. Robinson's brother, who died at Mount View last Tuesday and was buried Thursday. Callie Leftofft of Washington, D. C. John visiting his father, who is very sick. Prof. Marchant is spending a few days in Richmond, Va. Sam Dinge of Youngtown, Ohio, is spending a few days here. The Manhattan Giants last Monday lost to the North Carolina Giants, 11-7. Washington Leetovich is very ill at his residence on Harrison street. The stork visited Dr. F. J. Fawcett and left a fine boy. Richard Bondurant will leave for Hot Springs in a few days. Dr. John Fitzgerald of the Pledmont Drug Company has sold his interest in the company and will locate in Baltimore. A. J. Everett is on the sick list. Mgs. Annie Clark of Tennessee is home spending a while, with her parents. Prof. Marchant has resigned as secretary of the Y. M. C. A. Calvin Jones is acting secretary. STAUNTON, VA Staunton, Vn. -The Rev. Carr killed the pulpit of Mt. Zion Church for the day. Mrs. Anna Higgins and Miss Rosa Burke, left the city Tuesday for Bristol Tenn. Alexander Jenghis, of Philadelphia, is home with his brother Thompson of the Virginia Hollow. The teacher of Augusta Street M E Church gave a social at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Ware 401 N. Augusta street, which was quite a success. The ladies of the Metropolitan Club of Augusta Street, M E Church will come q. a. like sale at Banks and McGuffin's Drug Store on Saturday May 22. Irene Brown, Geneva Bell, John Childs and Henry Scott are home from U. N. and I. Institute. The Frogs gave their first annual trofee on Dennison Hall, May 17. The Rev. Mr. Davenport of Virginia Seminary and College was in the city Sunday. GEORGETOWN S C Georgetown, S. C.—The South Carolina State College, Professor Wilkerson, president, has closed and the Georgetown students, Miss Charity Brockington, Miss Mary Jane Walker, Miss Thomasina Dunmore and Gilbert Rhee are at home. The play, "Joseph in Egypt," was given for the benefit of Bethel A. M. E. Church. Get the Age from Miss Lona White, 220 King street. PORTSMOUTH, N. H. Portsmouth, N. H.—The services at the people's Baptist Church were well attended last Sundays. In the evening the Rev. John L. Davis, pastor, preached on "The Upward Look." The programs for the dedication of the People's new church in Pearl street Sunday, June 6, are out and are being sent to many out-of-town friends. The Sunday School is making extensive preparations for the Children's Day exercises, which will be held Sunday, June 13, and will be the first to be given in the new church. PHONE: 1217 Morningside NEWS OF GREATER NEW YORK R. W. Thompson of Washington, D. C., was in the city last Sunday. Miss Irene Smith, 957, East 217th street, left last. Thursday for Asbury Park. Dan Burgay, 31 West 131st street, after an illness of several weeks out of work. Mrs. Garret Mitchell, 35 West 131st street, is in the Women's Hospital to undergo an operation. W. H. Holtzclaw, principal of Utica Normal and Industrial School, Utica, Miss., is in the city. Bishop Alexander Walters left to the Philadelphia and Baltimore conference at Philadelphia. Mrs. V. E. Scott, organist and pianist, has moved from 409 West 52d street to 420 West 52d street—may be Dr. and Mrs. SunnerA. Furniture of Indianapolis, Ind., are in the city stopping at the Hotel McAlpin. Mrs. Lewis Pickens of this city is in Lakewood, N. J., the guest of Mrs. Thomas Johnson, John street. Majestic Lodge No. 7, K. of P. held its regular meeting Monday evening, May 17 at Odd Fellows Temple. Miss Dorrita Mitchell, 313 East 157th street, niece of the Rev. E. G. Clifton, pastor of St. David's Church is ill with a gripe. Dr. Alfonzo, 210 West 53rd street, spent the week-end at Westfield, N. J., the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Lurkins, 157 Madison avenue. WANTED—Loan of $75, will return $150 for six days. Will deposit personal security. Address Box No. 5, N. Y. Age, 217 West 46th street. Mrs. Alice Betterson, 7 Park avenue, will arrive in the city Friday night, May 21, to visit her sister Mrs. Lizzle Buncomb, 450 Lenox avenue. Miss. Solaika is connected with the Martin-Smith School, situated at 139 West 136th Street, where she will instruct in voice culture. W. Lloyd Imes, graduated from the Union Theological Seminary last Tuesday evening. He has been called to the pastorate of a church in Plainfield, N. J. Elf Club Fancy Dress Carnival at Manhattan Casino, Friday evening, May 21, General admission 50 cents, Proscenium seats, $1, Boxes and Loges $5 each. Maceo arrivals: Mr. and Mrs. Johnson of Philadelphia; Mr. and Mrs. Taylor of Poughkeepsie; Mr. and Mrs. James Brown of Jersey City; Wm. Banks and wife, Baltimore; E. J. Krintz, New York. Miss Josephine Pinyon was appointed a delegate to the Biennial Convention, to be held in Los Angeles, California in May. 1916, by the executive committee of the National Board of the W. Y. C. A. of U.S. A. Attention! For real human hair, which is guaranteed to stand combing, or write or to Mme Bau, 488 Eighth avenue, city. Bishop John Hurst of Florida and South America arrived on the Steamship Rio Tauelero from Brazil last Thursday. The bishop is a member of the A. M. E. Church and left immediately for his home in Baltimore, Md. Dr. and Mrs. A. S. Reed. 316 West 82d street, were the hosts at dinner Sunday to pay the Rookies in the Boiler room pay. The guests were L. Hollingsworth Wood, W. H. Baldwin, 3d, Lyman Beecher Stowe and Eugene Knickle Jones. Persons wishing books by colored authors may apply to Young's Book Exchange, 135 West 135th street, N. Y. City, "The Book Sellers of Harlem." Anniversary Week next week at Lafayette Theatre. Dr. and Mrs. Chas. H. Roberts and Dr. E. P. Roberts. 242-West 353rd street entertained at luncheon and dinner Sunday, in honor of Dr., Booker, T. Washington. The guests at luncheon were Dr. Washington. Maor H. R. Moton, W. W. Baldwin, 3rd, W. Pompous, W. David Walters, and P. R. Moore. The dinner guests were the same except Mr. Baldwin. Wanted: Partner in undertaking establishment, out-of-town; good paying proposition, experience unnecessary, Address, T. W. clo N. Y. Age, 247 West 16th street, Mar. 4-2mo. Thursday evening, May 13, Miss M. Livingston entertained at her residence at 328 West 53rd street, Miss Eilee Owens and Miss Anna H. Logan from Flat Rock, N. C. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Attelty, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Miss Louise Jeter, Miss Martha Butler, Miss Bell Forby, Miss Katherine Seton, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Brown, Mr. Parker and Rodney-Dade. "IANTHIA"-Invitations are now issued for the "lanthia" outing on Decoration Day, May 31, 1915, at Elmhurst Park, Long Island City, formerly Führer's Park. Those friends who fail to receive their invitation caused by change or addition keep it inform Jas. of the event. Six Wetland Parks same will be forwarded. C. E. Smith, 29 West 135th Street, the noted Harlem catering, will serve "lunch" at the lanthia outing. Mrs. Allen-B. Graves, 7 West 135th street, entertained the Acacia Whist Club, Monday evening. First prize to guest was won by Miss Laura Jones, first prize to club member, Miss Etta Cannon. Among the guests present Misses Lapra Jones, Ethel Jackson, Hayes, St. Clair, William Carter, Mrs. L. Sims and Mrs. Lane, Member Florence Jackson, Minnie Smith, Addie Long, Julia Dickerson, Mrs. H. Lutlair, Mrs. G. W. Hooper, Mrs. J. W. Lewis and Mrs. Rivers. The management of the beautiful Hotel Lincoln at Anverne, L. L. has formed plaques for making *Decoration Day* one of the "kala events" of its summer season. The building has been renovated with the new bright white decoration hotel interior and exterior, against its color scheme of somber hue of last summer, has been made over into the last word in hotel perfection. Animusement park is scheduled to open on schedule of feature attractions, among which will be dancing and musical festivities for Saturday, May 25; Sunday, May 7; guests will be entertained with an elaborate program of music; Monday, Decoration Day; dancing festivities; and May 14; a large court is being laid out for the free use of the hotels guests. THE HARMONY OF LIFE. THE HARMONY OF LIFE. A New Theory of Life will be discussed by Rev. B. T. Harvey teacher in the Public Schools of Lakewood, N. W., and the Church-at the Second-Avenue-Baptist Church, 164 Second avenue, New York City, Thursday evening, May 27 1915, at 8:00 clock sharp. Admission 25 cents. Other noted speakers, will speak. The Rev. A. C. Powell, D.D. will preside may 20-1t Landmark of Caracolana The cornerstone of the new cifice of Mother A. M. E. Zion Church, 161-153 West 136th street, near Seventh avenue, the Rev. J. W. Brown, pastor, the Rev. L. G. Mason, presiding elder, will be laid with Masonic services, Sunday morning. The sermon will be delivered by Bishop J. W. Hood, Bishop J. S. Caldwell will assist in the services. M. W. Grand Lodge of F. & A. M. of the State of New York, and the subordinate lodges, H. A. Spencer, G. M. will lay the cornerstone. The Grand Commandery of State Torah, Spencer J. R. E. Grand Commander will act as escort. Eureka Grand Chapter Order of Eastern Star will attend. Committee of Arrangements are J. J. T. Jackson, Chairman; A. Mead, J. W. Jackson, Chairman; M. A. Mead, A. Hopkins. Dinner served at 1:30 am by the Ladies' Progressive Club. Y. W. G. A. Notes The public meeting held last Sunday at Abyssinian Baptist Church was largely attended by Dr. Shoker T. Washburn, the pastor of Diggs' solo and the singing by the quartet was much appreciated. The Y. W. C. A. wishes to extend its thanks to the Rev. Mr. Powell and the beacon Board of Abyssinian Baptist Church on the occasion of their public meeting on Sunday, May 16. A very liberal offering was taken at this time. Callers at the Association during the past week were Miss Robert Durrant and Miss Mary Litle of Cleveland, Ohio. Among those renewing their membership in the association are Mrs. Diana Spillman and Miss Maggie Cole. Application for new membership Include Mrs. Saddle Tandy, Mrs. Minerva Harris and Miss Gourdine Per The Y. W. C. A. wants to extend its thanks to Mrs. Edward Brown, 314 West 52nd street, for the splendid entertainment that she gave at her reservation. The committee of the Y. W. C. A. entertainment was very well attended. There was a good program and good music. The following young ladies, employees of the John Wanahale sure and proud of the Association and are planning to play tennis this summer: Misses Ida I. Smith, Eva M. Johnson, Myntha C. Hawkins and Nannie Hanker. Other young ladies are planning to join this group and a fun recreational program has been arl- The Y. W. C. A. misses from its activities the presence of its chairman, Mrs. Ransom, and wish for her a speedy recovery. Birthday Reception to Förmer Pastor. The Rev. W. R. Lawton, former pastor of St. James Presbyterian Church was tendered a birthday party at the Working Girls Home, 132 West 131st street. The spacious parlors and halls were filled to capacity. A musical and literary program was given under the direction of Mrs. Mary Crawford, the dress of ceramics. Addresses were made by Rev. H. C. Bishop of St. Marys E. Church, John M. Royall, Mrs. M. C. Lawton and the Rev. W. R. Lawton. A sumptuous collation was served. The table decorations were pink and white with cut flowers, while a huge cake illuminated with candies adorned the center. The committee was composed of Mrs. J. O. Strong; chairman; C. C. Jones, Georgia Lloyd; J. W. Williams; J. C Demhan, Bella Lee Kennedy, Davis, Emma and Andrew, Laura Dondy, Carry Nielsoe, S. E. Lafayette, C. Owens, Horace Hicks and Miss A. E. Brown. The chairman presented to the Rev. W. R. Lawton a well filled purse. Among those present were the Rev. Geo. Miller of Brooklyn, the Rev. H. C. Bishop, John M. Royall, the Rev. J. C. Lawton, Mr. and Mrs. Willis N. H.urgins, Spencer Haynes, Mr. and Mrs. John B. Sapp, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Strong, Mr. and Mrs. R. Cohen, Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Swinton, Mr. and Mrs. John Major, Mrs. W. Berkley, Mrs. Frank Randolph, Mrs. Frank Hawkins, Mrs. Frank Hawkins, Mrs. Long, Mrs. Washington, Mrs. M. Branch-H, Mrs. Hade, Mrs. Laura T. Pressley, Mme. Lilliam Bairl, Mrs. T. A. Baker, Mrs. Meta Dorsey Curtis, Mrs. Van Houten, Mrs. Shelton, Mrs. P. Carter, Mrs. Sarra Gomez, Mrs H. Young, Mrs G. B. McKeel, Mrs. R. Steward, Mrs. B. Ramey, Miss Nelle Covell, Miss C. Easley, Miss Sally Butcher, Miss Emma Gregory, Misses Irene and Eunice Lawton, Miss T. C. Hargrave, Miss Sallie Bonneaux, Miss Adole Young, Miss M. Strong, Miss R. D. Milleidge, Miss Ruth Brown, Miss C. Carter, Miss S. Florence Collin, Miss T. Grant, Miss Amold, Lawrence, Miss Marlon Randolph; Miss Amold Lawrence, Miss Marlon Randolph, Miss S. Spencer, Miss Ella Howell, Miss Stewart, Miss Fisher, Miss M. Brown Gordy, Thomas W. Merritt, Mr. Long, William Brown, Geo. McDonald and son, Bruce, James T. Floyd, John Williams, Mr. T. Jaspern Durphy, Mr. William Williams, Robert Elett, Clarence Blair, B. Parker, Mr. Dq Grant, Clarence A. Williams, J. A. Wise, William Owen, R. Green, Brenness Bonner. Baptist Church All, the institution, for Concord, the Rev. W. M. Moss, pastor, last Monday night, the annual financial report was read by Graham H. Carter, secretary of the board of trustees and follows: Collected from all sources, $14,059.99 balance, $15,139.11; Sunday, $14,059.99 balance, $606.44; balance, $14,059.99 balance, $14,059.99; members were read by P. H. Fisher, clerk of the church. Many enclosed large contributions. "FROLC OF THE BEFARS" From the Opera "Trémouisha" BY SCOTT JOPLIN 18 NOW PUBLISHED FOR PIANO For Sale at all Music Stores also for sale by the composer SCOTT JOPLIN 133 W. 138th St. New York City son of from the the Rev Dumfield request MEMORIAM. In. Lown. Memory of. GEORGE A. BROWN, who departed the life. May 21, 1910 THOMASINE F. NOKEIS. Rev. W. Baptist evergreen Souvenirs Given At The ORIENT CHOP SUEY RESTAURANT 266 W. 53rd Street Laura J. Massillon. THE CLIO SCHOOL OF 135 W. 136th St. Between Lenox a ADENA C. E. MI Character Readings Daily, Prices from Only. 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SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO TOURISTS A. J. Moran, Pres. E. W. Seatt, Secy. x. Clas. T. Proctor, Mgr. B. G. Cioe, "ALL W [1111] BROOKLYN NOTES The Rev. Joseph Brown, 717 Bergen street, pastor of Borean Baptist Church continues ill. Mrs. Alice W. Slew, Montague street, has gone south to recuperate from a nervous breakdown. Miss Willimena Winston of Plainfield has returned home after visiting. Mrs. G. Gray, Fulton street, Brooklyn. A drama entitled, The New Minister, was rendered Thursday night at Boreen Church before an appreciative audience. The funeral of Louis Brown, son of Mrs. Florence Brown was held from the church Wednesday, May 12, the Rev. W. M. Moore officiating. The Gen Hair Partors, 235 Duffield street, Brooklyn, will send upon request one of their beautiful illustrated catalogues, showing the latest styles and trends in hairstyles not wait, but send at once. It costs you nothing; we send them free. July 21-tf Miss. Clarra M. Jackson will render a drama entitled "Love in a Catalogue," in the A. M. E. Zion Church on Thursday evening, May 27. Clof Club Fancy Dress Carnival at Manhattan Casino, Friday evening, May 21. General admission 50 cents, Proscenium seats, $1. Boxes and Logos $5 each. The "Blue Birds" of the Camp Fire Girls have completed their rehearsal for the part they are to take in the drama to be given Thursday evening, May 27, at Memorial Hall, Y. W. C. A. Among the graduates at the Haines Institute, Augusta, Ga., Miss Lucy Laney, principal, were Miss Ethel B Golden. Miss Golden is a cousin to Miss Estelle Selikirk, 312 Clifton place, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Mickey, 218 Halsey street, have gone to Charleston, S. C., their former home, Mr. Mickey will be associated with his brother, Edward C. Mickey in the undertaking business. Mme. C. J. HAMLIN has opened her: hair dressing parlor nt 480 Vanderbilt hair dressing parlor nt 480 Vanderbilt respect, Scapel treatment a specialty; openings. Agent for C. J. Walker's Hair Cul- loring guaranteed. Mail orders promptly filled. May 6-3 mos. The Ralph Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church was well attended last Sunday considering the Inclement weather. The Rev. M. L. Harvey preached. The Rev. M. L. Harvey will deliver two special sermons on next Sunday. A concert will be given Monday evening May 24, in Hoboken A. M. E. Zurburg at 8:30 p.m. for the benefit of the Sunday School of the church. Among those who will participate are R. L. Lockett, Miss Maude A. Robinson and others. Last Sunday afternoon at the Old Kokkens Home, St. John's place and Old Kokkens Home, a quaint Wilmer presented an interesting program Harold Lucas was the speaker while Irvin Winters and N. B. Dodson, Jr., sang a duet. WANTED—Floor in private house with respectable family, good locality, two in family. Address L. M. D., N. Y. Age. The Rev. W. A. Alexander Dead. The Rev. W. A. Alexander, age sixty-one years, pastor for twenty years of Sloan Presbyterian Church, Lafayette avenue, who died Wednesday, May 12, 1816, was buried last Sunday at 2 p.m. The funeral services were held at Sloan Church with the Rev. Robert Carson, pastor of the Third street Presbytery officiating as master monies. Addresses were made by the Rev. W. R. Lawton, the Rev. N. W. Wella, pastor of South Third street Presbyterian Church and the Rev. W. M. Moss, pastor of Concord Baptist Church, Interment was in Evergreen cemetery. He is survived by a wife, Laura J, two sons, Glirardean and Massillon, three daughters, Gertrude, Nellie and Annie; two brothers, James and Marshall and a sister Mrs. Emma Thomas. Mr. Alexander was born in Fayette- ```markdown ``` T ville, N. C., August 19, 1892. He was educated, or rather University, graduating from the college department in 1879 and from the theological department in 1884. His first charge was at Indianapolis, Ind. Other charges were held in Franklin, N. C., Wilmington, N. C., and Plainfield, N. J. The degree of doctor of divinity was conferred upon him by Wilbertforce University. He has served as moderator of the Brooklyn Presbytery and had been elected four times to represent it at the general assembly. He was for twenty years statistician of the Presbyterian Council. BROADWAY AUTO SCHOOL WILL GIVE FREECLEE.—Ben Thomas, proprietor of Broadway Auto-School, 213 W. 53rd St., will all who are interested in the Automobile, to attend a Special Lecture each afternoon for the next two weeks from 1 to 4 p. m. daily. There will be a different subject each afternoon. Our books are also open for enrollment. ATTER J. NOVEL'S PILE SALVES, 25c and 50c, a jar; send for free book. Box 845, Portsmouth, N. H. FOR SALE—1970 four-cylinder, five-passenger car in good condition. Price $200. Appl. R. Lyle, 1820 Dean street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 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BROOKLYN FLATS AND APARTMENTS TO LET DUFFIELD ST., 229 — Furnished desirable, roomy rooms, running water, near subway. Mrs Jhintie Brown. May 20-41. LAFAYETTE TAVE. 58216. — Four large and two small neatly furnished rooms to let, con- tained to elevated and trolley cars. Reim- reasonable. HERNIMER ST., near Brooklyn Ave. — Two neatly furnished hall rooms for gettiered only. Private house. CARLTON AVE., 413 — Nearly furnished rooms, convenient to all cars and subway Mrs. Ray Tucker. PUYNAM AVE., 549 — Parlor floor and basement, with or without two rooms on top floor. Respectable family only. References required. Apl.15-41. Thursday, Friday and Sunday A Package of Imported Chinese Tea Your Patronage Requested Also Dealer in Motor-Cycles Sub Agent for Indian, Henderson and Dayton 1682 Fulton St. Brooklyn N. Y. RELIGIOUS NOTICES ABSTRAIN AWARD BAPTIST CHURCH, 342- 49 W. 4th St. 6th, between 7th and 8th Sunday Service—11 p. m. and 7:20 p. m. Bishop, Communion group face. Sunday at 11 11:20 p. m. Sunday School. p. m. Sunday Morning. Bread prayer meeting 6 p. m. Wesley Porter, Michigan—Tuesday and Friday 8 p.m. in p.m. Thursday HOUSE MINISTRY SOCIETY—Second Wednes- day in each month at 8 p.m. Rev. A. W. 125th St. B. De. Photos, residence, 255 W. 125th St. B. Photos, residence, 1500 At beams from 1 to 2 p.m. daily and thursday from 1 to 7 p.m. MOTHER, A. M. E. ZION CHURCH, 181-185 W. 183th St. Rev. J. W. Brown, pentor, 110 W. 183th st. Sunday Services - 11 a. m. and 7.45 p. m. Communion every second Sunday at 3 a. m. Sunday Morning Class - 12.30 p. m. Sund day Morning Class - 9 a. m. Varkit Christian Bishopery; 8.30 Weekly Meetings—Class Meetings every Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Past Meetings—Annual meetings. SEATS FREE, PUBLIC INVITED. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH. 159-161 West 53 street, between 6th and 7th Rev. Wm. P. Hagen, D. D., pastor. Preaching Services every Sunday at 11 a.m. and, 7.30 p.m. Sunday School 2.30 p.m. Sundays. B. W. P. U. meets every Sunday at 5.30 p.m. B. Y. P. U. Literary meets every Wednesday at 8 a.m. The Weekly Prayer Meeting on Friday evening at 8 p.m. Church Aid Society, second Monday evening. Young Men's Social Club, every month on the third Monday evening. Visitors are made welcome. JUN-1-y ST. DAVID'S CURCH. 124 East 160th Street, New York, W. Ed., Edison Cliffon. D. D., Rector, 312 East 157th Sunday Services. All Seats Free—11 a.m. Morning Prayer, Litany and Sermon. Sunday School 6 p.m. evening service. A cordial welcome to all. ST. CYPRIAN'S CHAPEL PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL. 177 W. 63d Street. Rev. NO. W. JOHNSON, Priest in charge. Sunday Services - 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. A CORRIDOR WELCOME TO ALL ```markdown ``` Pastor, William H. Brooks, D. D. Residence 316 West 534 street. Prechasing—11 l. m. and 7.45 p. m. Prayer—Preaching Friday evening at 8.30 Sunday School at 6 o'clock. Sunday School at 2 p. m. Lyceum—Sunday at 4 p. m., Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. 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