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DO YOU WANT A PHONOGRAPH, AN ICY-HOT BOTTLE, A BIBLE OR A SHAVING SET SEE PAGE 7 VOL. XXIX No. 15 "LYNCHING IS CONTAGIOUS" University Commission on Southern Race Questions Severely Condemns Lynch Law College Professors from Eleven of the Leading, Southern Universities, Plan to Better Feeling Between Races. Commission Meets at Durham, N. C.— Issues Open Letter to Young College Men of the South to Curb Growth of Lynching Spirit—Colored Men Address Commission and Make Favorable Impression. Special to THE NEW YORK AGE DURHAM, N. C.—Resolutions against lynching and segregation, and the mapping out of numerous plans for betterment of feeling between the white and colored citizens of the South marked the session of the University Commission on Southern Race Questions, held in this city last week. The commission, composed of eleven college professors from eleven Southern colleges, held its third session at University College and the University of North Carolina. At the closing session of the commission on January 6 the proposal framed and submitted by Clarence Poe, an advocate of race segregation, failed of endorsement, the college professors refusing to agree with Poe, whose proposition follows: Should like to emphasize that there are three parties to the race problem—first, the Negro; second, the wealthy or professional white man unaffected by Negro competition; third, the poor laboring white man unaffected by Negro competition; fourth, would not have less sympathy or thought for the Negro, but more for the disadvantaged white man. Hope your commission will study this third factor in your discussion, does not encourage better leadership and community. Also make a study of mulatto Jews and achievements as distinctions from pure Negro and in connection with extant mulatto increases. Colored Men Address Commission On the evening of January 4 talks were made before the commission by L. Merrick, C. C. Spaulding and A. M. Moore, three prominent colored men in the State, who fassor's impressed the auditors. John Merrick asked the minister to tell him where he was educated, stating that on occasion a white man made a similar inquiry because he did not say "this or that." "I told him that my education at Cole's brickyard in Raleigh and worked in a barber shop in Durham," stated the speaker. In an open letter denouncing Lynching in college and in curbing the growth of the lion spirit, the open letter follows. "An open letter from the University Commission on Southern Race Questions to the college men of the South on Lynching. This letter is not written to convince you Lynching is wrong, for you know it already. Its object is to show others, wherever opportunity presents itself, that Lynching does more than rob its victims of their constitutional rights and of their lives it simultaneously lynching law and justice and civilization, and outrages all the inner human sentiments and feelings. The wrong that it does to the wretched is almost as nothing compared to the inner life to the Lynchers themselves to the community, and to society at large. "Lynching is a contagious social disease, and as such is of deep concern to every American citizen and to every lover of civilization. It is of special concern to you, and you can do much to abolish it. Vice and crime know that their best, though unconscious and unwilling, allies are bit unwarmness and humidity on the part of educated 'good citizens'. Wrong is weaker than right, and must yield whenever right is persistent and determined "It is, of course, no argument in favor of lynching, nor can we derive any legitimate satisfaction from the facts that it is not confined to any one section of our country and that the victims are not always black. One of the bad features of lynching is that it quickly becomes a habit, and like all bad deepens and widens rapidly. Formerly lynchings were mainly incited by rape and murder, but the habit has spread until now such outrages are committed for much less serious crimes. "The records of lynching for 1914 compiled by three different agencies, give the total number for the year as 52 54 and 74. The conflicting reports cannot be unarmed, but to avoid any possibility of aggression we must employ DO YOU WANT FUNERAL OF THE LATE PHILIP I. ALSTON Boston, Mass.—more than two thousand people assembled at the A. M. K. Zion Church Columbus square Friday afternoon, December 31 to pay the lastribute of respect to the late Philip I. Alston, who died suddenly Tuesday, December 26. The key, Mr. Summers, pastor, officer and the Rev. A. A. Austin, pastor of Kishl A. M. K. Zion Church, Cambridge, the sermon,—Face to Face, was sung by Misa Aguilera, Q.Maille, from the Columbia Glen Club Dr. Roberts, M. E. O'Banyou, Cast White and William Swan, sang, "The Vacant Chair," Misa Florese Woodward sang "Abide With Me," and M. E. O'Banyoung sang "No Parting Yonder." Reed White was at the organ. Mr. Alston had been employed by the Potter Drug & Chemical Co. for thirty-five years. He was an executive, member of Local Negro Business League No. 1, and was active in arrangements for the session of the National Negro Business League held here last August. Jacob Powell read resolutions from the following organizations: Local Negro Business League, No. 1; the A. M. E. Zion Sunday School; the C. Price Literary Institute; the C. Price (continued on page 92). DUKES OFFER $12,500 TO KITTRELL COLLEGE Special to The New York Age Special to The New York Age. KITTRELL, N. C.-It is reported that J. B. and B. N. Duke of New York have promised J. R. Hawkins, financial secretary of the A. M. E. Church, a donation and the school authorities will give a like amount of $1,250 from other sources. This information has been communicated to the bishop of the second episcopal district and the trustees of the institution, and they are now devising plans for a campaign for the purpose of raising the required amount to secure this conditional donation. When Mr. Hawkins was president of Kittrell College, Washington Duke, the father of J. B. and B. N. Duke took him into his confidence and told him of his desire to do a little something for the school and the poor preachers of the two conferences in North Carolina. At the suggestion of Mr. Hawkins $5,000 was at that time donated as a special investment for the benefit of the superintendent and most preachers of the North Carolina and Western North Carolina Conferences and $5,000 was given outright to Kittrell College. The $5,000 for the preachers was turned over to a special board of trustees created for that purpose and properly invested, and at the annual sitting of each of these conferences the interest from this fund is duly reported. The $5,000 for the school was put into and into the hands of the school and a new dormitory for girls which has been completed and named Duke Memorial Hall. This offer of $12,500 is to help pay off the remaining indebtedness of this new building. Special to the New York A.M. RAMBLER, N.C.-Dr. L. M. Mcauley and Dr. F. J. Thornton, prominent physicians in this city, are working out plans whereby a new colored hospital is to be established in this city. The promoters are in receipt of a letter from Mr. Booker T. Washington, concurring to the use of her lab and its name or this institution, and expressed her sensation as a memorial to her and plumbing her cooperation in its establishment. The lot and building on the corner of South Blount and Dane streets, owned by Dr John H. Love, has been secured The building will be remodeled and put in hospital shape. Work will be in a short while, and it is believed that the people of Raleigh and the State at large, as well as the many friends of the late Dr Boerer T. Washington all over this country, will cooperate with the heads of this movement in making the proposed institution one of usfulness to New roses. The establishment of this institution will offer opportunities to colored physicians as it will be strictly under the management of colored physicians for further information write to Dr L. L. McCauley, Raleigh, N.C. NHITE HOTEL MAN IS INTERESTED IN THE AGE Special to THE NEW YORK AGE WILSON, N. C.-Mr. and Mrs. Henry Latta are at the head of the New Briggs Hotel, one of the largest white hotels in the state, and one of the best Henry Tart, a porter, is a colored man and a subscriber to THE NEW YORK AGE Through Mr Tart, copies of the AGE came before Mr Latta and his wife the paper, and expressed surprise that thearo would be making the progress indicated in columns, and that there should be such a good paper published by Negroes The consequence is that if Mr Latta fails to get the AGE when it comes to the hotel for Mr. Tart, he asks for it on Saturday and reads it through, and does Mrs Latta. NEGRO ELEVATOR BOY PROVED A FIRE HERO Special to THE NEW YORK AGE Special to THE NEW York Acct. To the rare presence of mind and foreseeing of Thomas Robinson, Negro elevator boy at 55 East 76th street, a building was extinguished before it had been beyond control, and the tenants were removed from the building, escaping injury. Robinson discovered the fire in the basement shortly after midnight Wednesday morning and ran to Madison he operated on an an alarm. Returning he operated on the alarm at record speed maintenance in the service all the tenants had been removed Deposed Had Husband in Ill Health for Some. Time—Baccala a Performer Nearly Fifty. Years Ago—Was Well Known as Story-Teller—Called Dean of the Colored Theatrical Profession. Sam Lucas, one of the best known and popular colored performers in America, called by many dean of the colored theatrical profession, died early Monday morning at 2 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Miss Marie Lucas, 59 West 139th street, after a lingering illness, aged 75 years. For the past five years Mr. Lucas complained of ill health off and on, and on several occasions was compelled to go to the local hospitals for relief. Although various reports were put in circulation about his health, he would in- The Landman Journal variably bob up feeling much improved and with his characteristic good humor that made him such convenial company that make him such conglomerate company. The veteran performer, according to his attending physicians, died of cirrhosis of the liver, although during life the nature of his complaint was most baffling to medical experts, having submitted to several X-ray examinations, but without favorable results. Last week Mr. Lucas became seriously ill at the home of Mr and Mrs. William C. Fikins, of the Beatrice Apartments, 15 West 131st street, with whom he had been stopping for nearly a year. His condition was such that he was taken upon request to the Harlem Hospital for treatment, but after remaining in the hospital one day he sent word to his lawyer that he wanted to come to her to come to the hospital. It was granted, and although the patient had made up 10 West 131st street, to prolong the patient's life, he died early Monday morning after showing remarkable recuperative powers. The funeral of the deceased will be held Friday morning at 10 o'clock at Mother Zion Church, 130th street, between Inez and Seventh avenues in New York City, one of the New York hospitals to undergo an operation. Mr Iu was handed Jesse A. Shipp sealed directions regarding his funeral should be conducted. One of the requests was that the Rev. Reverdy C. Ransom, a cousin, should speak over his remains. Mr Lucas, after going to the hospital, was not operated on and there were no fatal complications in the operations were turned over to Miss Lucas H., Jesse A. Shipp, Mr. Sunday evening. The deceased was a Mason of high standing a member of the G A R, The Trogs, the C V B. A. and other well-known organizations. He is survived by a daughter, Miss Marie Lucas, leader of the Lafayette Theatre Orchestra. Sam Lucas enjoyed the unique record of having been a member of the theatrical profession for nearly half a century. Many years ago he attracted general attention as Uncle Tom in "The Color of Heaven," he was the only colored member of the cast, making such a hit that he was complimented by Harper Beecher Stowe, author of the piece. Mr Lucas was a member of one of the first companies pat out years ago by the late Charles Frohman, and in a recent number of a widely read magazine appeared an article telling of Sam Lucas' activities with the Frohman organization. Mr Lucas appeared in vaudeville occasionally up to a year and a half ago, "The Red Moon" was the last musical show he appeared at. A noted star-teller and a man of naval skills, despite his advanced years and ailments. Sam Lucas was an intering figure in and out of the theatrical profession. Big Country Store at Lafayette Theatre Tuesday and Saturday evening. New York City New York, New York Honorable announcement that the National legislator has decided to local New York State Kansas the national legislator, on August Fortune J. W. Warner, president of the local league, has served on Secretary Scott, stating that an american grand lodge meets the womens organization, and the National Medical Association meets the week after and寡寡 of both bodies will have an organization to attend; some of the league members. The proximity of the three members will probably enable the railroad to have a better rate. The first night, Wednesday, August 10 will be devoted to national exercises in honor of Dr. Booki, W. Washington, founder and first president of the National Nepro Corps, J.C. Cannon, former executive committee, Nashville, Tenn., J. Charles Banks, first vice-president, M. Bayou, Miss, or Emmett J. Scott, secretary, Tuskegee Institute, Ala., will furnish information if requested. MOTON GETS LETTER FROM PRESS WILSON Special to The New York Age TUSKEGGE, Ala., Robert R. MOTON, principal-elect of Tuskegee Northern Institute, founded by the late Booker T. Washington, has received the following letter of congratulation from President Woodrow Wilson: My dear Principal Moton: I am sure I am receiving voice to the feeling of the true majority of those interested in education in this country, and particularly in the education of young men when I express my gratification at your election as principal of Tuskegee Institute I have known something of the special work you have been trying to do for the people of your race and you understand that you have undertaken, and I believe that your selection at the head of Tuskegee Institute means the promotion thereof of the best, most practical and most hopeful ideas for the future of the Nation. I am pleased in extending to you my sincere congratulations. Vars truly yours, WILSON Principal R. R. Mason Principal R. R. Mason Special to THE TIMES, THE ATLANTIC N.Y. CITY, The Colored V. M. C. A., a frame house, three and a half stories high, the men could have a half-walled completely destroyed by fire Friday morning, January 7, entailing a loss of $3,000. Several young men who had rooms on the third floor were trapped by the flames, but the firemen rescued them by fire. The men could save one of their belongings, and were taken out in the chill morning air, clothed only on their sleeping garments. They were taken care of in neighboring Jones. The men whose lives were endangered were C. M. Cau, secretary, R. N. Dunn assistant secretary, H. A. Hogan, Chloe Dldsase, H. A. Haves, A. Brown, C. Jones, J. Mince and William Johnson. Temporary quarters have been established in 1721 Ayers square and Dr. J. Bourne, president of the board of directors, has appointed a committee to arrange for immediate rebuilding, Dr. P. L. Hawkins, Gardner Unek, J. H Stewart and I. H Nutter compose the committee, and will handle all fund-supported from the public. Secretary Cam denounces as unqualifiedly false the unfounded report that women were in the building at the time of the fire. There is no clue as to the origin of the fire, as the building was completely gutted, only the shell standing. SHE WANTED TO MARRY WELL-TO-DO OLD NEGRO Special to The New York Times. WYKEGAN, IL—County Clerk Law A Hendee foiled the get-rich-quick plans of a Milwaukee woman New Year's day when she brought into the clerk's office a Negro, aged and decrepit, whom she was bound to make her husband. The county clerk looked over the pair and informed them that he could not give information them to be good and told the woman she had best to go back to Milwaukee, whence she came. "Nix on the Milwaukee stuff," said the would-be leap year bride, "every time I go into court there the judge says, says he, 'Mormon Mag. thirty days' I may try Chicago, but my on Milwaukee They know me there." Word has since come to the county officials that the woman is well known in police circles of the Wisconsin metropolis and that she invaded the Negro into agreeing to carry her厄 after the fact that she had fallen heir to a sum of money. Vision of easy life led her to urge on the aged colored man in his matrimonial endeavors until he finally proposed trying Waukegan as a place to procure the necessary license. MAL CHARLES YOUNG Special to THE NEW YORK AGE WASHINGTON D. C—Maj. Charles Young, of the United States Army, who has been state senator recently at Monrovia. He is a military attach, has returned to this country. It was rumored that he would be placed in command of the Haitian constabulary, but at present he is under orders to take command of his battalion of the 10th cavalry stationed on the W. He will probably visit Wilberforce before taking on his duties. SUPPORT WINTE ENTERPRISES Railk of Race Patronage Geas to White Merchants in Vicinity, But There Are Savantian Business Enterprises Conduced by Negroes in Two Blocks—Race Men and Women's Game Struggle Colored business enterprises situated on Sixty-third and Sixty-fourth streets, between Amsterdam and Eleventh avenues, number seventeen, as against ten places of business conducted by whites. The colored people in these streets support two colored tailors, three grocers, four ice, coal and wood dealers, four barber shops, dressing and manicure parlors, one cabinet maker, one millinery store and one ice cream saloon. But the Negroes in these blocks support business enterprises operated by whites which include three grocers, two laundries, two tailors, two ice, coal and wood dealers, and a shoe r pairing shop. In addition, a great deal of patronage is given by the colored people of this section to the white merchants of Amsterdam avenue. In fact, it is believed that the bulk of the white merchants and business men. Discrimination in gentling is also alleged. It is said that it is impossible for a Negro to rent for business purposes any of the stores on Amsterdam avenue. It is claimed by some of the merchants in Sixty-third street that James Butler, who has a large system of grocery stores, has refused repeatedly to rent any of the stores in his building in Amsterdam, and that street has third-sterdam, to colored business men. These two stores are now rented by white men who are in the laundering and tailoring business. Disorientations of this sort and high rent tend to curtail the activities of the colored business man, but they are flourishing in spite of all such handicaps. Many new owners, recently and others, already firmly tablished, are growing and branching out in kindred lines. In Business Twenty Years. At 201 West 63d street the West Indian and American barber shop is managed and owned by J. A. Edwards. The business has been established more than twenty years, but Mr Edwards has been owner only two years. William F. M Marshal, an experienced and competent barber, has charge of the first chair, while Alen Barrow is the extra man James Tayne is proprietor of a barber shop at 203 West 63d street, and engineer of the Bucuresti Barber House. He has been in this location more than six years and the business requires the services of William A. Dunlap as second barber. James E. Brown and Ashley Romes are partners in a printing shop at 217 West 63d street. For ten years Ishaa Edwards has been a dealer in coal and wood with his business in the basement of 217 West 63d street. Claude Lillah has a tailor shop at 228 West 63d street, having been in business at that address more than three years. He has one man in his employ. Mr Lillah makes a specialty of masoning and repairing men's and women's clothing. R Higson, a member of the Union Baptist Church, has many customers for his coal and wood business, located at 227 West 63d stregt All products of the West Indies can be purchased from the well stocked stores of I. Graves at 227 West 63d stregt or specifically selling saint, sweet potatoes, dry peas and eddoes. Mr Graves is assisted his wife "It pays to deal with us," is the motto of Charles Richardson, who has a craftsman's shop, including cabinet making and upholstering, at 244 West 53d street. Mr Richardson repairs baby carriages and canes chairs. Mr Richardson's shop is well stocked with material which enables him to start and complete his jobs quickly. Nelson L. Reed, a tailor and cleaner commands a large trade at 232 West 60th street. He has a unique post card for the use of customers and advertising purposes. He has been in business three years and six months and now requires the assistance of an additional tailor. He is a member of St Mark's Church and a former student of Howard University. William Smith, a real estate operator, with offices at 218 West 64th street, is also proprietor of a barber shop at the same address managed by Pedro Royas Mr. Smith, whose home is in St. Thomas, West Indies, has charge of seven houses in his block. A full and varied line of groceries are carried by Charles Hinton, whose store is at 216 64th street. Mr Hinton makes a specialty of cold meats and carries many of the prodigys which are generally found in the stock of a delicatessen store. It Dinkinson is a dealer in ice coal and wood operating from 210 est 64th street. His business is flourishing. At 210 West 64th street S. E. Dixon is an instructor of a tattoo shop. He believes in giving absolute assistance to all of his customers at all times. About two years ago Joseph Bennett opened an ice cream parlor and lunch room at 219 West 64th street and the business has managed. He employed two men regularly. Mr. Bennett makes a speciality of home made pies and ice cream. He supplies churnes and the business man in that section. The People's Beauty Fashion at 217 West 64th street is owned and managed by Miles, C. E. Hill and Mabelle Casey, who have an up-to-date equipment. The business, which was started a few weeks ago, is growing fast and the proprietors have a well-equipped hall soon. Mune Casey and Mune Hill have had many years experience as hair dressers, manicures and masseuses. They manufacture hair goods and are agents for all the well-known preparations used in this line. A few months ago Miss-Lulu Coleman moved her military and hair dressing establishment from 170 West 135th street to 225 West 63d street, where her business has steadily grown. In addition to the patronage given by members of the race, she numbers among her customers several members of the white race Besides having several years experience in business, Miss Coleman is a graduate in millinery from Pratt Institute of Brooklyn, and for the hair is qualified to give Mmes. Walker's and Rohrer's systems. She has on sale in her neat parlors all the milinery accessories. DR. WALL APPOINTED BOROUGH PHYSICIAN Special to The New York Post. RANKIN, Pa.—Dr. Arthur A Wall has recently been appointed borough physician of Rankin, Pa. He is the first col- ARTHUR ALLEN WALL, M. Rankin, Fa. ored physician to hold that position since this has been a borough. Dr Wall is a North Carolina by birth of graduate of Leonard Medical School, class 1907 and has succesfully passed the State Board, of West Virginia and Pennsylvania. He chose this old or labor six years ago and has faithfully served the people in this and surrounding borough, his demonstrating his skill as a physician, his worth as a Christian gentleman. We wish for him success in his appointment and a long term of service. LEWIS IS BIG FIGURE Special to THE NEW YORK ACE PROVINCE R. I. I understand your honor's position. But I shall stay on the case if I never get a dollar out of it. So spoke William H. Lewis of Boston, former Assistant United States Attorney General, to Judge Stearns in the Providence Superior Court, after the judge had refused to name Mr Lewis as attorney for Coal Victor Brown, a used of murder, on the ground that Lewis was not a resident of Rhode Island, but actually was outside of the courts jurisdiction. Brown with Henry H. Spellman, another Negro, and Mrs. Ehratheth E. Mohr, wife of the victim, is being tried for the murder of Dr C Franklin Mohr at North Barrington last August Counsel John B. Edwards, a resident of Providence, was named by the judge as the victim, but Mohr has white hair. He is not a defendant and being tried together. Mr Lewis made a motion to Judge Stearns, proposing that since his client, Brown, had no money to retain an attorney, he should be appointed by the state. This the judge refused, and then Mr Lewis declared he would stay in case of the never received a dollar later. After quizzing of the talesmen, Counselor Lewis showed that he would be one of the striking figures of the trial. NATIONAL BAPTISTS Special to THE NEW YORK ACE. CHICAGO, Ill.—A decision rendered in the courts of Chicago on January 10 by Judge Smith sustained the demurrier of the case against the city and Wm Harrison of Oklahoma City, recognizing the National Baptist Convention, of which E. P. Jones of Vicksburg, Miss., was elected president. It will be remembered that during the month of September last year the Baptists held a convention in this city and divided into two parts over a charter cotton out by seven men. The incorporated convention, led by D. Morris, got out an injunction to preside over a people meeting using the name National Baptist Convention in the demurrier offered by the attorney for the Jones faction every contention made and the five points of law presented were uphold. PRICE. FIVE CENTS REMODELING A NEIGHBORHOOD How a New York City West Side Neighborhood Got Rid of an Unsavory Reputation. SALE THAN NOW COLUMBUS HELD. Refining Influence of Various Agencies, Including Churches and Lincoln House Settlement; Has Wrought Great Change. Work of the Lincoln House Settlement Which Provides Outlets for the Activities of all the People of the Neighborhood, Young and Old of Both Sexes, from Kindergarten to Mothers. Club. Only a few years back that section of New York City located in the neighborhood of 60th to 61st streets, west of Amsterdam avenue, was known to al-fame as San Juan Hill and as Hell's Kitchen. It was called "San Juan" as a sort of quasi-honoring of the battle of San Juan Hill in Cuba in which the black troops distinguished themselves. The number of fights murders and other disorderly occurrences in this neighborhood, which was populated by a mixed community of Negroes and Irish, led to the application of its names. Soon after "San Juan Hill" became invested with considerable notoriety of the most malodorous character. And "San Juan" supplanted "Hell's Kitchen" as a neighborhood title. But that is all changed now. No longer is "San Juan Hill" synonymous with criminal disorder. In fact, it is not even "San Juan Hill" any more. New Caledonia Colombo Hill Various municipalities work in that section, assisted by friends of both races from other sections, and there has been a gradual dissemination of of better, better, better, coupled communities. Such as the desired change. Neighborly influences which have had immense effect are to be found in the work of the Lincoln House Settlement, of which Miss Morgan was formerly the head, but which is now directed by Miss Byrdie H. Haynes and Miss Louse Latimer, the St. Cypran's Chapel (Protesta: Episcopal), Rev. John W. Johnson, priest in charge, with its various instrumentalities of activity among both young and old, the Union Baptist Church, the Rev George H. Sims, pastor, some of the work of the church, and he has kept his and the section of decent court homes for colored people by the Cuts & S'urul an Homes Co. familiarly known as the Phi'ns's Apartments. All of these factors have had potent effect in changing the complexion of conditions in this neighborhood, making it possible to change the name to Columbus Hill, and thus remove some of the opprobrium attaching to the former titles. Included also must be the work of the Lincoln Day Nursery, now discontinued, of which Mrs Emma Greene was the superintendent for several years which organization was made possible by the philanthropy of a wealthy merchant, who contributed anonymously, and who is now dead. --- The Lincoln House In a most direct way does the work of the Lincoln House Settlement reach into the homes of the neighborhood. The activities begin with the kindergarten and various organizations are used to cater to the interest and need of every age up to the oldest in the home. The kindergarten is in charge of Miss Maesing, with Miss Taggart as her assistant. The tiny tots are in school five days in the week, and with a total enrollment of fifty-five, an average attendance of 1400 members is called the Walton Kindergarten in honor of the mother of Miss Elizabeth Walton, who has actively concerned herself with its development and perpetuation. It is under the direction of the New York Kindergarten Association, which body furnishes the instructors. Lincoln House provides an outlet for the activities of all classes. The boys and girls of all ages are provided for, the young folks are looked after and the adults have organizations which meet their needs. For the boys a director is provided: George R Ralston, formerly of St Christopher's basketball team, and identified with the boys' work at St Philip's Church, has been selected to take charge of this work. He is of DeWitt Clinton High School and was recently awarded a gold medal by the St Philip's organization for his boys' work. Gymnasium classes for boys are held every afternoon and evening, and a club of boys from 14 to 16 years old holds a meeting every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9. On Wednesday evenings at 8 p.m., a debating club, composed of SEE PAGE 7 wearing men of the neighborhood, holds five sessions. In addition to this work, carpentry classes are provided for the boys and young men under direction of A. F. Stevens and Mr. Warner. Small boys are taught Wednesday and Friday aftternoons, boys 14 to 16 years old, on Saturday morning at 10 o'clock, and young men on Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock. A basketball game is scheduled for Friday evening, January 14, at 7 o'clock, in the gymnasium. Other Activities Miss Haynes and Miss Latimer have only recently taken charge of the work at Lincoln House, but they have succeeded in increasing the interest of the neighborhood, and have broadened the scope of the work very largely. The young women are being given the cordial and hearty support of all classes, and this is confirmed in the results that are being secured* Monday's activities include a dramatic club for boys and girls from 14 to 18, an adult dancing class, under the instruction of Mrs. Cassie Smith, a young matrons' club, with Miss Linda Carter, a trained nurse, a leader, and a domestic science class for girls from 11 to 13, which meets in the afternoon. A choral class, operated in connection with the Music School Settlement 141st street is conducted Tuesday night at 8 o'clock by Mme De Lyon-Leonard assisted by Miss Barrump. These ladies also give piano and singing lessons from 6 to 8. Wednesday afternoon brings together a club for girls from 10 to 14, and a club for small children from 6 to 7 years old. There is a class in dress making for girls instructed by Miss Alberta Robinson, and the Stullman Mother. Club is under the leadership of Mrs Wilson, also a trained nurse. Thursday afternoon, to small children have skating class and Miss Latter conducts a drawing class for children. A City History class for boys and girls trum Litter is conducted by Mrs Spaldin, and a Museum class for girls from 14 to 18. Mrs Alberta Robinson has a classroom class for girls and a small children class for boys and girls from 14 to 18. Social models are pre-leaders on day evening work and neighborhood social for adults in the newшорзы to the building for a pleasant evening of dancing music and other pleasures. An embroidery class for adults meets also in the event a while in the afternoon girls from 14 to 18 coming to a girls club, come to their social work meeting. The school has a restricted day. For example, after no afternoon a "say to" she/he is varied. For girls, he is a "say to" children. He's a "say to" day composed of a "say to" 12 days of needs under the school's age. Mr. Brimes, a B.E.B.D.P.A. and a teacher in the afternoon and a "say to" diate social activity, he is a "say to" boss and girls. A Community Christmas Tree. A striking celebration of the value of the work here, a compiled to these ladies at Lincoln House was shown in the interest manifested to all the neighborhood in the recent Christmas celebration. The most striking feature was the Community Christmas tree. A towering fir tree, handsomely decorated and string with electric lights, was mounted on an electric motor truck, and carried, for four nights, through the entire neighborhood, strings being made in each block between Amsterdam and Eleventh avenues on 6th, 3rd, 6th, 1st and 60th streets. A group of singers accompanied the tree, and a program of carols and other musical numbers was given at each stop. The crowds that gathered for a view of the unusual sight entered into the spirit of the occasion, and joined heartily in the singing of the carols. Hundreds of sparkles were distributed among the children in the streets, and the contulfating flashes from these added to the illuminating effects. This community tree was made possible by the spirit of help and co-operation which Miss Haynes and Miss Latimer met, not only from those immediately connected with the school, but from many others. The Welfare League was directly in charge of the work The Henrietta Aid School furnished the tree and part of the cost of the current for its lighting. The electric wiring and sixty of the lamps were supplied by Mrs I C Barlow while friends in the neighborhood contributed in small sums, a sufficient amount to provide the other lights necessary. The greatest difficulty that of providing means of transportation for the tree, was climbed at Mr. Labert of the National Motor Co. Eleventh avenue, who contributed the use of an electric motor truck, equipped with a storage batteries for the lights during the four nights the tree was kept standing. The Consolidated Fireworks Co. through Mr. Lloyd furnished some of the many sparklers given to the children at cost, and presented a large number with their compliments to the kiddies of Columbus Hill. During the Christmas season eight house parties were given at Lincoln House for the various groups. The House was beautifully decorated with wreaths and greens, and pretty, bright ornaments, made by the little kinder- ```markdown ``` COLORED MEN WANTED to prepare as Sleeping Car and Train Porters No experience necessary. Positions pay from $60 to $100 month. First Class Eastern Roads. Railroad passes from your home to position and uniforms arranged for if necessary. Write at once. Inter. Railway Dept. (173) Indianapolis, Ind gartner, were used in decorating the Christmas tree. The kindergartners also had a party, and entered joyously into the singing of Christmas songs and giving greetings to their parents and friends. Mrs. McVyrth entertained the Mothers' Club, and graciously gave many songs in response to enthusiastic requests. The girls of the Semnibrch Club surprised their friends with selections on the Victoria, made by Mine Semnibrch. The music department gave the first of a series of musical recitals. All the regular club and class work has been resumed, and Miss Hawnes and Miss Latimer report that new members are being registered daily. PLAINFIELD. N. I PLUMFIELD, N. J—Miss Eppe Waller, Hillside avenue, after three weeks severe illness, has recovered sufficiently to call on some of her nearby friends and attend her church which she never misses when able to be there. Misses Rush Taylor, West Second street, spent two weeks during the holidays in Newark, N. J., with some southern friends and had a royal time. Mrs. Shipley, Richmond street, entertained Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson January 2. also Mr. and Mrs. Vidits of Newark, N. J. Mrs. Shipley received sad news of her daughter's illness in Allentown, Pa., Mr. Benjamin. Mr. Shipley, father of 7 Williams, Richmond street after two week illness is somewhat better. Mrs. H. Bruns, Richmond street, has a severe attack of la gripe. Mrs. Walter Bunn of Trenton, N. J. was the week old guest of Mrs. Gordon Gilbert avenue. Mrs. Lipton told St. West Third sit has gone to Virginia to visit with a sick husband and son who went with last summer for health e.s. Florence Jones West Fourth rest Mr and Mrs Thes Egleton and re.c. Planteld avenue have returned from Waterury Conn where they vice Namas and New Year guests of dr and Mrs Arthur Bert. Mrs B B Bales the Plamald ave me that طالبتک after two weeks to Washington D.C. and Phila-�� has returned home. Mrs Thompson is home again. Mr and Mrs I Davis West Third set after three weeks sopour all re.c.h. Virgles has returned home. Mrs C Horson spent two weeks to phactly with friends and rel- er of Mrs Max and has re- s. W. H. G. Dr. Lot. or U. ag. e.s. at 10:00 a.m. W. H. G. Miss Ave. e.s. at 10:00 a.m. W. H. G. Thes Egleton re.c.w. P.H. color e.s. at 10:00 a.m. W. H. G. Curts at a to c.r. W. H. G. Tick Club for the reunion of well- when Mrs. Mary Willis and Mrs. John will be married to Mr. a native of the West Indies arrived to Mr. Davis a native of the West Indies. Mr. and Mrs. John Stewart, West Hipd street concludes the argument that their daughter, Miss Jessica, was married in June to R H. Dover, ot Sweet Hall, PA. Mr. Neal and a score of workers of the National R A or Washington D C is making Plantfield and getting new members. The Rev I W Roert's pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church West Lourth occupied the pulpit of the Messiah Baptist Church in Yonkers N Y. all day Sunday, January 9. Maryold Harris a licentiate of the pre-bed morning and evening at Shiloh Sunday, January 9. Hess Ithel Soulder, West Lourth street is contined to her bed. I. Man Plainfield avenue, who met with an accident last week, is improving. Miss Marjorie Lowney, West Fourth street is all at her home. Dr. Vickman Basketball team wishes game with some New Jersey team Dr. J. Craiging 140 pounds in weight Dr. G. Hobson president 27 Plainfield av- SCOTCH PLAINS Some Plans patrons will please send to our weekly subscribers to your agent and read about yourselves. The more patrons the more space. RALEIGH N C Raleigh, N.C. W B Branch brother of the late J H Branch, and his cousin F B Branch, arrived in the city from Winnipeg, Canada, Thursday evening January 6, to be present at the funeral of J H Branch, which was held Friday January 7, at 2:30 o'clock, in the First Congregational Church, West South street. The Rev P R Derry conducted the funeral service an as was assisted by the Rev Jas K Satterwhite restor of St Ambrose, P E Church, the Rev Mr Laurie, pastor of Davey Street Presbyterian Church, and the Rev Mr Matthews, pastor of the Christian Church. A number of prominent citizens delveered short cataloges Mrs Ella Hockney sang a solo entitled "One by One" John Mosely Worthom and Evans and Calvin Lightner rendered a quartet selection entitled "Crossing the Bar" The choir sang "Some Day Well Undressand" Other renditions were Solo by John Mosely entitled "Face to Face", choir, "Abode With Me" The pall bearers were Lawyer D P Lone Berry Okes, Dr L H Love, C N Hunter and W Lugon. The deceased was a rank Patrarch and was buried with Old Fellow honors in Mount Hope Cemetery. W. B Branch and his cousin T. B Branch Winning Canada. He Monday evening en route to this city with the thermometer registering 19 degrees below zero to find on their hate the thermometer registering 22 above. W. B Branch is an instructor teach- er and inspector of all sleeping care of the C.P.R. Co. He will remain in the city until March. E. B. Branch his cousin is a porter on the C. P. Ry. Co.'s sleeping cars. Both are well educated men; and say they are well treated by the Canadian people. Mr. and Mrs. Ed William, 407 South Blount street, received many calls on New Year's day and treated all to refreshments. They read negro newspapers and help your correspondent in selling papers to lodgers in their home. President Jas. B Dudley of the A & T College, Greenhorn, was in the city and attended the funeral of J H Branch. Miss Nannie E. Johnston, daughter of the late Hugo Johnston, president of the U. N. C. I. of Petersburg, Va., a teacher in the high school of Petersburg, Va. was a guest of Miss Myrtle Capehart, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. L. B. Cauchart, during the holidays. Prince Lowens, nephew of Mrs Margaret Graves, Cotton street, arrived in the city from West Virginia to visit relatives. He addressed the First Baptist Church Sunday-school Sunday morning, January 9. Grand Master R B McReary, Grand Secretary C S Brown and Grand Treasurer Middleton, of the Masonic fraternity were in the city last week in conference with Grand Endowment Secretary Col Jas J Young Dr J E Delinger was also in the city A few days before last Christmas governor Jack Grang started the commonwealth by resting an order directed to the superintendent of the pontenary, the shortens and comets roads supercentendents to parish for three days all trusts from the parish to the parish from them to go to several homes to grow Christ in with poor relations and friend- of course to the world camps and to the Daily Nursery at 12:00 p.m. I call it the present year. I am not only kind of words during the same period as a 장서인 1900s and the 1900s. I do not know how much of the time I have to do for the year, so that many comes the help of our time. I never do. The�'s of the year is very well to be well. It is not in character with the press. I am here with a more than 1500 m. and when I do the press, I'll be very well to tell me at the event, not three days. All the shortens and supercentendents and the superintendent of the parish to be more than 1000s. I am not only that all that I do not know of. It is very well to have a person to be very well to the hour and day. I am very well to be the most good day I have to do in the year. I am very well to be the most good day I have to do in the year. PASSAIC N. J Iessv. N. 1. The members of Mr. Z. in English Choir Vehicles Co. at a week free, and a full service of a bus to the school. The S.A.A.S. was at the 1st Day Day in the school of the 1st Springton. Lewis, an imminent student, Miss Lillian Savington, most superintendent, Miss Eona Muller secretary treasurer, Mrs. Amy Collins, superintendent of the department of Mr. M. E. Davis, superintendent cradle roll for teachers Misses M. Horton in N. Secyld Mrs. M. F. Davis and Miss E. E. A. Thompson, Librarians, Eugene Holmes and Norwood Penn well Mrs. I. A. Thompson organist Mr. and Mrs. I. W. James and Mrs. W. H. Scudder, 467 Harrison Street and 302 Sherman Street respectively, were the guests of the Rev. W. H. Price Friday, January 6 at 5 o'clock tea. Teroy Collins son of Mr. and Mrs. Collins Chestnut Street returned to Bordetown School on Thursday. Mrs. Williams of Middletown, N.Y. is the guest of Mrs. L. W. Sendler Harrison Street, for a few days. The Helping Hand Society was entertained at the home of Mrs H L HAIR DRESSING PARLOR 175 Pearl St., Paterson. Miss Stella Hogans. Graduate from the Madame C. J. Walkers Lella College of New York. Only Madame Walker's treatment used. Hair dressing and all the arts of hair work guaranteed 19 Prescott Bt., Jersey City, N. J. Wigs, Braids, Bange, Pompadours, Transformations, Combing made up in any style. Body Treatment, Shampooing, Hair Dressing, Face Massage, Manicuring. Colored people' combings bought. 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LYNCHING IS CONTAGIOUS (continued from page one) native of the city only the tests made for females female of total age used against women and murder for 11 cases of murder 1 case of attempted rape 1 case of 5 punishments 1 case of allied murder 1 case of wounding 1 case of self-inflicted 1 case of death 1 case of women 1 case of men 1 case of stalking were charged with the crime because were involved. This shows how low and how quickly the label has started and the bounties be those who first reserved to Kibusha in a remedy. Nording to Santa theaughters were distributed by fellow Miaona 2 Arkansas 1 Florida 4 Georgia 2 Louisiana 12 Mississippi 12 Missouri 1 New Mexico 1 North Dakota 1 North Carolina 1 Oklahoma 13 Oregon 1 South Carolina 4 Louisiana 1 The same actress which reported 5 killings in 1914 makes the following ported had raped her an older wae ad male 52 female 3 White male 14 female 10 total 8. This is an am tray of 10 or 30 per cent over the MME. 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Whatever your previous experience has been in buying by mail, our prompt and efficient service will surprise you. You will find it a profit and a pleasure to deal with our Mail Order Department. THE ONLY AND OLD RELIABLE Mme·BAUM'S·HAIR·EMPORIUM 486 H AVENUE INCORPORATED NEW YORK, NY tained by Dr. and Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Harris and Mr. and Mrs. Hendrickson of Asboville, N. C. OBSEQUIES OF J. H. BRANCH Laid to Rest Last Friday in Mount Hope Cemetery—Great Outpouring of Citizen to Pay Last Tribute of Respect to Noted Educator. Raleigh, N.C. Prof John H Branch principal of the Washington Graded School in this city for the past twenty years, died in his home, 120 West South street, Sunday morning, January 2, 1967 at 12:20 o'clock. The deceased was born in this city 51 years ago, attended the public school in this city and graduated from the Atlanta University, Atlanta, Ga. He graduated in law at Shaw University, and passed the State Supreme Court examining board and was licensed to practice law, but preferred to teach school. His funeral was delayed until Friday, January 7, to enable his brother, W B Branch, and his cousin, E B Branch, to reach here from Winnepeg, Canada, to attend his funeral Prof John H Branch was seized with a stroke of apoplexy Friday night December 11 at 12 o'clock Dr. L. Caphart, his family physician was immediately called in and assisted by Burrell W. Washington, D. B. plied everything known to medical science to relieve their patient, but failed. The funeral ceremony conducted by the Rev P R D Berry pastor of the First Congregational Church, West South street was held first Friday commencing at 2 p.m. The church was filled to its full capacity with sympathy, friends who came to pay a tribute of respect to the late friend and educator of noteworthy work of dazzling tunes by Rev W Friar. The church was filled to the same size as the late Rev L K S. White of St. Ambrose P E. Church and the servant priest, the Rev W M. Mathis, offered praise. Mrs Elli Hackney, a solitary beauty lady, One by One. Short elegances were spoken by the Rev S N Nass, the Rev A B Vincent Prof C N Hunter Prof W Lagon the Rev N P Roberts Las Timbered of Winn Store N C Dr W T Colman president C P Viveserve on behalf of the pastors and faculty of Shaw Lum versity; President Jas. B. Dudley, on behalf of the Agricultural and Technical School, Greensboro; Prof. P. A. Richardson, grand endowment secretary of G U O. O F.; Col. Jas. H. Young, grand master of the district Grand Lodge of G U O. O F; the Rev Mr Pinkney of Sanford, N. C. read letters of condolence sent to the widow by distant friends. Miss Julia A. Ame, on behalf of the teachers of the city graded schools, read resolutions of condolence adopted by them. Miss Ethel Blake, 12 years old, on behalf of the pupils of the Washington graded school of which the deceased was principal, read resolutions adopted by them. A quartet, "Crossing the Bar," was sung by John Mosley, Calvin Lightner, Dr Worthom and Dr. Evans The Rev P. R. P. De Berry, pastor of the deceased said "Our late brother John H Branch had been a forceful worker in this church for more than thirty years, as chairman of our trustee board and superintendent of our Sunday School We mourn his death." Col. Jas. H. Young, with his corps of Patriarcha, of which the deceased was a ranking member, conducted the bier to Mount Hope Cemetery The choir sang "Abide With Me" as the bier moved slowly down the aisle. The honorary pall bearers wore Berry O Kelley, Dr J H Love, Prof T. F. Williams, Prof J W Ligon, Lawyer D P Lange and C N Hunter John Mosley sang a solo, "Free to Face." The choir sang "Some Day Well Understand." The floral designs were in my and beautiful Among the mums were the wheel of time," with a missing spoke presented by the teachers of the Washington graded school of which the deceased was principal. Each of the graded schools of the city presidedlovely floral designs. The Old Follows three linked the list of deserts were artistically arranged to explain the tenets of the Old Friendship Love and Truth. The Lover and another presented by the Lover of the District Household of Kins was lovely. The beautiful pillow presented by the W M I signified rest. He carried leaves a widow, Mrs Brenn E. Hargray Blanch, grand daughter of Alfred Hargray of Wilmington N C to whom he was married October 1, 1891 a mother, a brother other relatives and a host of friends to mourn his death. A M. MORFORD, N. Y. - The Rev. Rev. M. W. Johnson returned to Rochester last Saturday evening from an extended trip to Chicago. Mr Johnson also visited points in Tennessee and Alabama. Mr Johnson filled the pulpit at the Second Baptist Church at 11 a. m and 7 o'clock. Several from this town heard the Paterson Jubilee Singers at the First Presbyterian Church in Caedonio, Tuesday evening, January 8. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Simms entertained at dinner in Lonor of Mr. and Mrs. Geo Gatewood, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Carpenter, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lucas of Garbutt, N. Y.; Wm G Beck of Culpeper, Va., H T Carpenter, Misses Lucy and Frances Carpenter of this town and Mrs. E. A. Johnson of Rochester, N. Y. The Ladies Aid Society met with Miss Lucy Carpenter Mrs Samuel Bannister spent Sunday with Mrs. Jhn Jackson. W G Beck will leave for his home in Culbeer, Va. this week. Miss Gertrude Johnson visited in Mumford last week. UTICA. N. Y. UTICA, N Y—Mrs Marv A Devoe, of Newburgh, N Y, who has been spending the holidays with friends here, left Saturday, for her home in New burgh, N Y. The Phyllis Wheatley Club was entertained Thursday evening at the resi- dence of Mrs Martha Bowden, at her residence 86 Plant street. H C Cook has completed his summer residence in the Adrionacks Mrs Irgrams, Sixth avenue, is sick Miss Vence Grimes, who spent the holidays with friends in New York City has returned John Buck is sick In the pageant of the Churches of the City of Utica held on New Year's afternoon, all the churches of all the denominations in the city were represented. Toy Bennett, a deacon in Hope Chapel Union Congregational Church, appears among the group taken by the Saturday Globe. At the annual election held December, the following officers of Damon Lodge, K. of P. were elected, the installation of which will take place at the next meeting Sir Rev R J Strother, C.C; Sir Samuel P Johnson. V C. J F Robinson, Prelate. Iay Bennett, K. R. & S; Albert Wo, M F.; Charles Thomas, M. E., Gus Atkins, M A.; Frank Coway, M W, Irvine Grimes, I. G; Thomas Kellin, O G, John Johnson, Trustee, 3 years, the Rev R J. Strother, Grand Lodge Representative; Samuel P. Johnson, Alternate. The services at Hope Chapel Union Congregational Church, were well attended last Sabbath The singing by the choir was of a high order and reflects great credit on the Choirister, James Wormworth and the Organist, Mrs. J. H. Webb. Mr and Mrs H W Russell, left last Tuesday for a two weeks' visit to friends in New York City. Mr and Mrs James Grant will leave January 22 for a visit stopping at the following places for a few days. New York, Philadelphia Washington, D.C. Baltimore, Md. and Richmond, Va. From the larger place they will go to Atlanta for three weeks ROCHESTER. N Y ROHSTER N.Y. The Matron Wrist Club met at the home of Mrs. Oliver Adams, Seward street Wednesday afternoon, January 5. After the games a toothsome lunch was served by the hostess. The prize was won by the president of the club Mrs. Pauline Smith. The Rev J. J. Adams returned to his charge in New Jersey Thursday, December 30, after spending a week in the city. He was the guest of his son O. C. Adams and wife. Miss Clara Alexander Atkinson street gave a New Year's party at McKenney's Hall, 73 Main street. Fifty guests were present. The hall was beautifully decorated with the colors. The out of town guests were the Misses Stevenson and Mr Charles Alexander of Leros, N.Y. On the evening of December 29 Mrs O C Adams gave her husband a surprise birthday party. Those present were favored with selections, instrumental and vocal by Mrs Walker Adams, Mr Wm Jackson and Mr Ligling. The Adams Club was well represented and presented Mr Adams with a sterling silver napkin ring. A lightollation was served. Mrs Tunney, 112 Joseph avenue, gave a surprise party to her son, Master Marvin, New Year's Day. Eight little guests were present. Mrs Thomas Sprague and Mrs James Radlift 219 Spring street, are sick. Mr and Mrs O C Adams spent the week end with friends and relatives in Lockport, N. Y., and were entertained by Mrs. Poinsette and Mrs Wells. Mr. and Mrs. Sellers of Leroy, N. Y., were the holiday guests of their niece and nephew, Mrs Franklin Bundy, of Highland avenue. Miss Mary Bynum is sick. Dr C J Allen and Mrs Florence Calloway entertained the Atlas Club Friday evening at the home of Mrs. Calloway, 233 Mohawk street. Light refreshments were served by the hostess. The Marlida Household of Ruth, No 759, U O of U F, will give a Valentine dance February, 14 at Flower City Hall. Miss L M Kent, chairman of committee of arrangements. Rochester Lodge No 15. Knights of Pythias, are to form a Uniform Rank Club, W Henry Green is at the head. The funeral service of Mrs Sarah Vincent, who died Friday January 7 at her home, 10 Rowley street was held from A. M F Zion Church Monday January 10, at 2 p.m. Marlida Household of Ruth No 159, U O of O F and the Eldorado Temple No 32, I B P O F, of W and Daughters of the G A R, all of which she was a member turned out in bodies. She leaves a husband, Chauncey, daughter, Ida and son Birdel. Floral tributes were many. Burlal was at Riverside Cemetery. The OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE Rey J. H McMullen officiated Key Writers: M. Carter Wright, 105 Furlong street, entertained at dinner New Year's day her sister-in-law, Mrs. Jackson, and daughter Carrie, of Syracuse, her nephew, Mr. Adehbert Holland, 260 Bukley street, Mrs. Mina Williams, East avenue The Arlington Pitsford, Mrs Warren Watson, 105 Furlong street, entertained Sunday at dinner, her aunt, Mrs. Jackson, of Syracuse, and Cousin Carrie Jackson and Mr Holland, 260 Berkley street; Mrs. Virginia Jack, of 5 Portsmouth Terrace, and daughter, Ruth Jack PORT CHESTER, N. Y PORT CHESTER, N. Y—The Frances A. M. E. Zion Church will celebrate its annual donation and reunion on January 20 in Eagle Hall, Post Office building. The pastor and his family were given an ovation by the people of the church as well as the many friends. St. Frances A. M. E. Zion Church is having a season of prosperity. The Rev. Harvey, the pastor, preached to the delight of fine conglations at each service last Sunday. The church raised $108 in quarterly meeting a few Sundays ago. The young people's lyceum meets every Sunday at 3 p. m. Mrs Amanda Hall's concert, December 20, was a success LE ROY, N. Y JE ROW, N Y—Little Winifred Steverson. East avenue, is ill with pneumonia. Misses Gertrude, Ruth Steverson and Charles Alexander spent Saturday in Rochester. Mrs Lewis Steverson. Munson street, is confined to her home with an attack of la gruppe. Mr and Mrs Richard Price. East avenue, entertained James F Rose of Rochester Saturday and Sunday. Mr and Mrs Clyde Lane and little daughter, Ruth, who have been visiting relatives in Virginia for the past three weeks are expected home Tuesday Little Louis Stevenson Jr. Munson street is sick with chickenpox Miss Emma Lewis of South Bridge is sick All who are interested in the New York Moe may call 17 Exchange St. or phone 283-X Home NORWICH N Y Norwich, N Y—David C Reed and J P Simpson are on the sick list. Miss Harriet Dempsey of Binghamton, N Y, was the guest of Misses Roberta and Marian Roberts last Sunday Mrs Emma Ransom of Binghamton, N Y, was the guest of Mrs. Phillip Jackson on Sunday. Miss Violet Tousant is sick The concert given by the Chorus Choir of the Zion Church was a success. Miss Gertrude Baker was converted and joined the Zion Church last Sunday evening. The Men's Club will give a roast pig supper in the parlors of the church. Thursday evening. Success is assured by the large number of tickets sold in advance. The Rev Roberts pastor, delivered an address to the ministers and business men of the city at the Y M C A January 10, which was highly appreciated YONKERS N Y Yorks N Y Services at the New Zon Church Sunday, January 9, were interesting all day. Dr John I Snwer the pastor, preached morning and evening Many visitors were present The Sunday School was conducted by Superintendent Charles S Evans Class No I was the banner class in finance C V Richardson, teacher Mr and Mrs Fred Evans of New York City were the guests of their brother Charles S Evans, Sunday, January 9 and worshipped at the New Zon Church Garland Richardson of New York City visited relatives and friends in Yorks January 9 Mrs Lizzy Cooper 20 Culver street is contained to her home with la gripe Services at the Messiah Baptist Church Sunday January 9, were as usual Communion was administered at the evening service Trustee H H Howard made a short address on his 3 years membership in the Messiah Baptist Church J R I Harvey, D G C and staff visited Lincoln Lodge Tuesday January 5. He installed the others for six months. Miss Bessie Mitchell and Miss Geneva Turner, of New York City, were the guests to Mr. and Mrs. John R Green, Sunday, January 9 BINGHAMTON N Y BINGHAMTON, N Y—Moses Dorsey, who has been visiting his parents at 31 Haendel street during the holidays, has returned to Cornell University. The Mutual Club held a supper at Mrs Titus, 44 South street, January 4, and realized a neat sum Miss Leola Nelson who has been spending the holidays with her uncle, Thomas Taylor, 36 Haendel street, has returned to Syracuse University William Martin of New York City, was the guest of Mrs Florence Jacobs Monday. He was enroute to Denver, Col Miss Mary Mitchell, 115 Prospect street entertained a few friends Friday evening, January 7 Mrs Daisy Fox of Chicago III, is the guest of the Rev and Mrs J H. Washington, 9 Brownhill avenue Mr and Mrs J H. Thomas, 11 Brownell avenue, have returned from Montrose suffering with a heavy cold The crew of Parlor Car No. 603 of the D and H R R will give a ball at Herald Hall Thursday evening, February 10. Proof Landers, of Albany N. will introduce some of his latest dances. Arrangement committee H R R. Ryan, president Ben Wallace were president J. Lucas, secretary, F. Samuel, assistant secretary, J. Scott treasurer The installation of the newly elected officers for the ensuing year of Eureka Lodge, No 33, K P will be held Tuesday evening, January 18 Mr Nailer of Montrose was in Binghamton last week The Sheba Chapter No. 3. O E S held a supper at Mrs. William Lipscomla, Everett street. January 4 The concert and the dance given by the convention committee of the G U O of O F, and Israel Household of Ruth 1933, January 7, was a success AUBURN N Y Auburn, N. Y—Mrs L. Carter has returned after spending a fortnight in New York and Hartford, Conn. Master Clarence Carter has resumed his studies at Seward School after spending a few days in New York. Edward Robinson of Auburn Theological Seminary filled the pulpit at the A M. E. Zion Church Sunday night. Miss Leora Brown gave a delightful luncheon at her home Sunday, January 9. Those present were the Misses Edna Dorsey, Evelyn and Isabella Diggs, Alice Lucas, Messrs. Edward Robinson, John McAdams and Percy Johnson. Mr Curry, 25 Parker street, has a fine line of home-made candles for sale. On Sundays special dishes are prepared and your patronage is solicited. Mrs. George Cooper will preside at the regular Sunday afternoon Forum at A M E Zion Church, January 16. ITHACA. N. Y. IHMAH, N Y—Wm Perry, West Green street, is contined to his bed on account of illness. Mr and Mrs Archie Singleton, 411 Last State street, entertained some friends, in honor of Mrs F Lord of Buffalo N Y, at a whist party, Tuesday evening, January 4 Miss Madeline Carter, 322 Park place, has recovered from pneumonia The Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pathas, Lee Crawford, will be in Ithaca, the guest of William Laylor, South Plain street Mrs F Bowe and Mrs F Ford of Buffalo, were in Elmira Thursday, January 6. While there they were entertained at breakfast by Mrs Fred Johnson and took lunch with Mr and Mrs J R Davis Tuesday evening, January 4, the Watkins lodge of K of P held the seminose present from Ithaca were the Rev R Farley Fisher, who acted as grand prelate, Iloyd Hammond, who acted as grand master at arms and Wm Taylor, who acted as grand deputy. After the installation a reception was held and refreshments served. Mrs. William Taylor, deputy grand worthy, counsellor of Court of Calanthe, Ithaca, N.Y. went to Watkins, N.Y. to aid in the installation of the officers of the Court of Calanthe. Mrs. James Cooper, entertained at whist Wednesday evening, January 5 in honor of Mrs. I Lord of Buffalo. Wm Hall superintendent of the culinary department of the Delta Upsilon trust returned from Baltimore where he visited his son who is attending Morgan Collake. Miss Helen Denning has returned from Watkins where she spent the Nuns holidays. Mrs. Carhole of Syracuse was in town last week to visit her daughter Mrs. Arthie Moore South Plain street Mrs. Napolon Jackson gave a seven course dinner in honor of her husbands birthday Sunday January 2. Those present were Napolon Jackson, Wm. Leroy Richard Hill, Omer Jones, Wm. Laster Arthie Moore, Iugene Williams of Caroline, N.Y. and John Mason. Mr. Jackson was presented with a Mystic Shriner's jon inlaid with diamonds Mrs. Carter South Plain street entertained some friends Saturday evening in honor of her son Robert Carter, of Downington Institute Douglas Warner entertained friends at Gamma Zeta Frat House Saturday evening. Among the guests present were Misses Madeline Carter, Viola Carter, Pauline Castor Geraldine Caston Rulo Wilson Isabell Wilson, Maud Brace and Messrs Thomas Amos, Lawrence Williams, James Hill, Claude Cook Lincoln Carter and Robert Carter William Bell has been confined to the house with an attack of la gripe Wim Payne entertained a few friends at his home. West Green street, Monday evening, January 3 W R Williams West Green street, went to Ulmira and Rochester. A birthday party was given Miss Viola Carter at the residence of her aunt, Mrs Nannie Young, Monday, January 3. The Aoe can be procured from E. F Green, Phone 953-9 Ithaca, or Box 953 Cascade Bldg. All news items should be in by Monday afternoon. NEW ROCHELLE N. Y New Rochelle, N Y.-Mr and Mrs Robert E. Jefferies, Union Avenue, left yesterday for South Carolina for a month's visit Miss Poka Russell is visiting her mother at Springfield, Mass Miss Rosa Armstead is visiting Standford, where she has a sick sister. Stanford, where she has a sick sister Joseph Griffith, superintendent of Shiloh Baptist Sunday School is a regular visitor to Standford since Miss Armstead has been there The Rev H W Allen pastor of St Catherine A M L Zion Church is conducting a week of prayer at that church. Douglass Lodge K of P held a public installation of its newly elected officers on Tuesday January 4 Samuel J Davis who has been doing jury dots for the past three months in the Supreme Court White Plains X Y and is still engaged there has been served with a summons to jury dots in our local court before Judge Samuel Swimburge on Friday January 14 La Rocheleau Court of Calanthe last night had their officers installed by the installing master, the Rev. Cruse, of Vamaroneck, N Y The following officers were elected for the ensuing term for Xena Lodge F & V M James Booker, W M, Samuel J Davis, S. W; William Carter, J W, George Watson, S D, Arthur Booker, J D; James Barnwell, tiler Mrs. James T. Booker and Mrs Sadie Fountain were guests Sunday of Mrs. Charles Pryor, Larchmont SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. SARITOGA SPRINGS. N. Y. Saratoga Springs, N Y — The Rev E. U. A Brooks, pastor of the Dyer Phelps Memorial A. M. E Zion Church of this city, was married to Miss Maude Anna Reed at the home of ner parents, Mr and Mrs. Harry A. Reed, 29 Parker street, Auburn, N. Y, on Wednesday, December 29, at 2 30 p. m, by Bishop G. L. Blackwell, assisted by the Rev P. K. Fonvielle of Auburn, arrived with his bride in this city on the morning of December 30. A splendid reception was tendered the happy couple in the parlors of the church on the evening of the 30th by the members of the church Miss Rebecca Green introduced the assembled guests to the bridal party. On the bridal table was a handsome wedding cake presented by Miss Virgile Johnson. The wedding presents were handsome and of great variety. The committee in charge of the reception comprised Mrs. Geo Greene, Mrs. Margaret Doughty, Mrs. Arthur Oliver, Mrs. Lena Wicks; Mrs. B F. Branchcomb, Mrs M R. Ridgeway, Misses Anna Oliver and Rebecca Greene and Mrs Geo Holly. Mrs Ema Willis, 8 Congress street, and James W. Marshall, formerly of New York City, were married in the bride's home by the Rev W H Washington, pastor of the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, Thursday, December 30, at 6 p.m Mr and Mrs Marshall will make their home in Saratoga Springs Mrs Susan Holmes has 'returned home after spending the holidays in Brooklyn with her sister, Mrs A A Robinson She' arrived January 3, with her niece, Edith, who will reside with her Mrs Charlotte Lewis, a native of Savannah, Ga., died Wednesday, December 29, at 4 a.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Branch, Congress street Besides her daughter, she is survived by a son, William Lewis. The funeral was held Sunday, January 2, at the A.M.E Zion Church The Rev E. U. A. Brooks officiated, assisted by the Rev W. H. Washington The remains were placed in the receiving vault. Richard Moore died Wednesday, January 5, at 11.15 p.m. at the home of his mother, Mrs. Ardell Moore, 135 Division street. He is survived by his mother, a sister, Elizabeth, a brother, and his wife, Mrs Gertrude Moore, to whom he was married in 1913. The funeral was held at the house on Saturday, January 8, at 2 p.m The Rev E U A Brooks of Zion Church was in charge The Rev W H Washington of the Baptist Church assisted The remains were placed in the receiving vault. Mrs S C Topping, 10 Warren st was recently married to Fred Daniels of Duluth, Minn. They are spending a few days in New York Mrs Robert Marshal is visiting her relatives in Washington, D C Miss Beatrice Wolff, who has spent the past few months in Washington, D C has returned to the city The cantata entitled 'Santa Claus' Home was recently performed by the young people at the A M E Zion Church Starr Hawley has gone to reside in the state of New Jersey Mrs Rose Summerville and Miss Louise Thomas are spending the winter in Jersey City Mrs J R Lane and Miss Rebecca Greene entertained the Rev and Mrs E U A Brooks and Mrs George H Greene at a pancake breakfast, Janu ary 6. at their pleasant home at 34 Avery street Mrs. Margaret Doughty entertained Mrs J R Lane, Mrs E U A Brooks and Miss Rebecca Greene at lunchcon January 5 Miss Gula Pope, who spent the holl days in New York visiting Miss Elsie Williams, has returned home John Holmes has been sick for the past two weeks, but is out again Isaac Cooper was on the sick list last week also A number of young people were slightly injured in a coasting accident on the toboggan slide in the city park last Saturday evening. Leslie Robinson was confined to his room a few days last week with a cold Mrs. Ida Rich and Miss Virgile Johnson visited the County Farm last week and distributed gifts to the inmates Sam Hill, colored politician, who formerly was in the Legislature and employed as an accountant in the city water-works, died Saturday at his home, 517 West Court street --- POUGHKEEPSIE N Y Boughkeepsie, N. Y.—Services as usual at the Smith Street A M F Zion Church were well attended Sunday. Evangelist Harten preached at Both services. Two united with the church. The revival services are in progress, meetings being held every evening. They are fairly well attended. The Rev C VanBuren officiated at the funeral of Mrs. Susan Milton at Nack last Wednesday. The Rev Mrs. Josephine May and William Devo are sick. Mrs Stephen Lee of New Rochelle was a week end guest of the Rev and Mrs C VanBuron at the Shopper's Haven. Pastor VanBuron administered the rate of St. Antony's infant Ithel Van Dusen last Sunday. He addressed two Sabbath school at St. Catherine A M Zion Church. IT KEEPS THE HAIR SOFT AND SMOOTH Vaseline REG. U. S. PAT. OFF. HAIR TONIC VASELINE HAIR TONIC is the natural remedy for coarse and falling hair and dry scalp. It puts new life into the very roots of the hair and makes it soft, glossy and healthy looking. VASELINE HAIR TONIC invigorates the scalp and keeps it clean. It is the natural treatment for falling hair, dandruff, etc. In 25c and 50c bottles, at drug and department stores. Illustrated booklet on "Vaseline" products mailed free on request. CHESEBROUGH MANUFACTURING CO. 17 State Street, Dept. C. New York The Rev Van Buren heard Rev McLees at New Rochelle last Wednesday evening, and was entertained by Mr. and Mrs Shillington at Mount Vernon overnight. The funeral of Miss Juha Thompson was held Wednesday at 2 p.m from her parents' residence 7 East Mansion street, after long and patient suffering. She was the last of four sisters that have died. Interment in the rural cemetery. The Rev Chas S. Lurres officiated. The Rev Mrs Josephine May, 30 Last Mansion street is very ill. Sunday service at the Lonezer Baptist Church was well attended. The Rev Chas S. Lurres preached at 10.45 a.m. Text, "Know ye not that we are the Temple of God." At 7.45 p.m. text "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature." After tch sermon six asked for prayer and three were converted and joined the church FLUSHING N Y Mrs. Anderson 83 Queen avenue is confined to her bed Mr. Daisy Kennah and her son have been sick Miss Faden Tredwell is able to be out again Mrs Mary Cohn 133 Forest ave nur is sick Mrs S Hut 58 Holly street is con- tued to her bed HILLBURN N Y Hillburn, N. Y. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Weeks of Paterson, N. J., visited relatives here Sunday Arthur V. Weeks visited here Sunday Matthews M. Witherspoon, who has been spending a few days with Mrs. Fred Suffern, has returned to his home in New York City Miss Ethel Van Dunk visited Miss Sylvia Avery On account of the week of prayer at Brook Chapel, the meeting of the Boy Scouts was postponed until Friday, January 14, by Scout Master Howard Morgan A party of Hillburnites went on a sleigh ride to Ringwood, N. J. Mrs. Albert Peterson died at her home New Year's eve, age 38 Interment was at Mahony Cemetery Miss Emily Van Dunk has returned home, after spending her Christmas holidays in Paterson, N. J., and New York City Mrs. Samuel Dennison is sick at her home on Sixth street Scout Master Howard Morgan is confined to his home wit han attack of la griffe JERSEY CITY, N. I JERSEY CITY, N. J. The Lafayette Presbyterian Church the Rev Charles S. Freeman, pastor revival services are in progress. Ten persons have united with the church since the New Year. The Rev Wm L. Imes will be the speaker for Wednesday Thursday and Friday nights. Friday night is Young People's Night. Gilbert Brown 112 Kearns avenue Lee bought barber shops the one at 49 Lee avenue from George Lyvert whose health is poor and the one at 71 Lee avenue from Arthur Hernandez Geo Landrum is in charge at 49 Ege avenue, and Mr. Hernandez is employed as manager at 71. Mr. Brown is in the Pullman service, running to Chicago from New York on the Twentieth Century Limited over the New York Central lines. Mrs. Illa Barksdale Brown 343 Halladay street will address the Pennsylvania Railroad M C on Sunday afternoon January 23 on the subject. Negro Activity in America. It will be an illustrated talk and members of the race will furnish music. The Rev. Dr. Huthune bishop of St. Philip's Church will speak Thursday evening January 20. The address will be under the auspices of the C I Lecture of which Dr. G. Warren Hopper is president. The services for Sunday January 10 10 a.m. Brotherhood prayer 11 a.m. sermon Our Plan 2:30 Bible School H C I Lecture 4. Commencement class 8. The Secret of the Christians Security. Mrs Munie Carpenter entertained at lunchon Friday in honor of Mrs Lerguson at Minneapolis Minn and mother Mrs Ida Brown of Jersey City Those present were Mrs Elizabeth Thomas Mrs Mavo Mrs Potter Mrs Bowas Mrs Branch and Mrs Thomas Stokes The helping hand meeting of the W C U meet at the home of the president Mrs Ida B Brown Mrs I Story comps president gave an interesting talk on the history of the temperance work Dr W H Reck was the speaker at the ceremony Services at Bethel A M L Church were largely attended on Sunday. Evangelist Nora L Taylor preached inspiring sermons at both the morning and evening services. The Sunday School lesson was well studied. An excellent program was presented at the Allen C L League by the program committee. Services for Sunday, January 16, are as follows 11 a.m. sermon, 2.30 p.m. Sunday School, 4.30 p.m. Allen C L League, 8 p.m. sermon by Evangelist Nora L Taylor Samuel Henry and Miss Elizabeth Hamilton were married Sunday, the Rev A L Murray officiating P C Simms of Washington, D C, a student of Howard University, was the week-end guest of Mr and Mrs W. A Hall 27 Ege avenue. An elaborate luncheon was given in his honor The Rev A L. Murrav is on the sick list, as is many of the members of the church, who are suffering with the grip. Miss Lucille Barnes, of Washington, D C, who has been spending the holidays with her father, Joseph Barnes, in Jersey city, N J, has returned home to resume her studies at the Manual High School. Mr and Mrs Julus Campbell 121 Virginia avenue, and Mr and Mrs Geo Campbell, Rayside N Y left to visit their parents, Mr and Mrs Henry Campbell of Lynchburg Va. NEWARK, N. J. NEWARK, N.J. On Friday, January 7 at the instance of the mayor of the city, Thomas I. 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Agents Wanted Servorgram Publishing Co. 2243 Seventh Avenue New, York City ter on National Defence which is a part of the nation-wide movement for improvedness The methods which are to be pursued will be along the lines suggested several months ago by Mason Mitchel of New York City, who at that time appointed a committee of 1,000 citizens from which branches have been established all over the country. It is to be hoped that the colored appointees will be enabled to bring influence to bear among the committee whereby some tangible recognition of the patriotism, valor and loyalty of the Negro as an asset of the state militia will tell a void which has been thoroughly unAmerican, un-wise and discriminating. NEWARK N. J. SUNDAY, January 2 Miss Anna McRory had as her guest for dinner Miss Haloe Woodson of this city Robert Jones and Arthur Vanhew of Somersville Wednesday, January 5 was an evening of micromaking at the residence of Miss McKory. 8 King street Among those present were Misses Adelaide Richardson, Mabelle Baskerville, Haloe Woodson, Adelyn Walton, Messrs John Freeman of New oYrk, Ernest Olphin, James Harris, Eldridge Bridges, George Threadgill Iddwin Richardson and John Threadgill The Rev A Claston Powell of New York is preaching every evening to large audiences at Bethsadia Church Mrs V B Powell, 200 Orange street, and her brother, Thos Slaughter, of Belleville, N J left last Friday for Germantown to attend the funeral of their brother Mrs A J Newton, 96 Sheffield street, continues to remain at her home. The funeral of Mrs M E. Garretts was preached by the Rev E F. Eggleston at 11th Avenue Presbyterian Church. Tuesday, January 11 A program of the Alpha Literary Society was rendered January 9 at 4 p.m. The following participated: M L Van Dyk's orchestra, Mrs Inez Lewis, Mrs L E Davis, Mrs Whittington and Mrs Johnson, Mrs A G Haskin, A C Fletcher, the Rev E. F. Eggleston. A sacred concert was given at the 13th Avenue Presbyterian Church Sunday evening, January 9, by the council choir, A C Fletcher leader. The following participated Miss Ruth Thomas, Van Dyk's orchestra choir, Miss Evangeline D Suto of Yonkers, N Y., Matilda Walker juvenile choir senior choir, Misses Ruth and Esther Thomas, J. Francis Moores formerly of Williams & Walker company, J C Brown, J M. Stat J Evaline D Suto. In addition to the usual music was that of M L Van Dyk's orchestra, assisted by Miss I M Gray as organist and J. M. Staats as violinist THE NEW YORK, NY, THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2014 Bureau at the Downtown at New York on Second Class Class. Published on Thursday of every week by Fred R. 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The President has given Wilson colored Democrats (if there any left) to understand that no Negro will be appointed Recorder of Deeds for the District of Columbia, a place filled for many years by Negroes. This information was conveyed to those of the race who loyally supported Mr. Wilson at the polls in 1912, by Bishop Walters, President of the National Negro Democratic League, who was accorded the unusual privilege of being permitted to chat a few minutes with the Chief Executive on Monday of this week. A Washington dispatch to the New York Times imparts the following information regarding this meeting relative to the appointment of Negroes to office under the Wilson administration. Washington, Jan. 10.—President Wilson today told Bishop Walters, who is president of the National Negro Democratic League, that he would not appoint a Negro as Recorder of Deeds for the District. The place has been filled by Negroes for a long time. The President said he would like to appoint a Negro, but he understood that it would precipitate a discussion of the race question in the Senate The President advised the Bishop to call on Postmaster General Burleson and Secretary McAdoo and see if he could not find some positions that could be filled with Negroes without exciting opposition The apprehension shown by Mr. Wilson since his incumbency as President whenever the question arises of appointing a Negro to a position of honor and respect has been marked. Although sworn to be the President of all the people his attitude on all occasions in the matter of seeing to it that the Negro is treated fairly and squarely has been nothing short of cowardly. The wholesale removal of colored people from positions, segregation and discriminations by the United States Government against Negroes and the numerous and frequent protests raised against these injustices have been permitted to go on without interruption by him despite his reluctancy to raise the race issue. The President does not seem to think that these un-American acts provoke a race issue. There are some who may contend that the President should have opposed the presence of colored people at his recent wedding for fear that he would be accused of indulging in "social equality," thereby raising a race issue. There is a vast deal of difference between entertaining a "black mammy" at a wedding and appointing a Negro to a representative position in the United States Government; according to the Wilson - Vandaman - Tillman ilk, whose "fear of raising the race question" manifests itself to meet the exigencies of the occasion. The statement in the dispatch about Bishop Walters being advised by the President to see Postmaster General Burleson and Sec- VIEWS AND REVIEWS VIEWS AND REVIEWS JAMES W. JOHNSON, CONTRIBUTING EDITOR. VICE IS COLORLESS, TOO. Generally speaking, there is no black; pot, if the kettle is continue, reminding the pot of its shadiness, turning the compliment or epitheta. It is no longer convincing for against the Negro, to point out a white man; for in the fields, in the prince-ring, on the battlefield, the can stand shoulder to shoulder in any other man. Neither is it a prove that the Negro is incapable has produced too many men eminent endeavor for that argument had to shift their ground. The that we are a race not capable of unable to control our appetites less victims of vice and immorally made and our moral failings—we human failings—are so exaggerate have come to look upon the Negro. In fact, the argument has been even in the minds of some color the morals of the race. So, we think it will do no harm. Vice Commission which was appalled of Maryland, in which some vex about the white people of the hip. We do this in no evil spirit the fact that white people are colored people. We do it rather that the facts justify the pot in is no alabaster ornament. The report comprises 1,200 work of three years. We shall paragraph here and there, which what the investigators found on though the investigators state theirs, lawyers, bankers, and business a few paragraphs from the report. Continuing the report says and prominent men who have hesitate to employ every meal girls in their offices "We have many instances gentle girls who have gone cumbed to the men about the middle life and over, have gren dren." "There is nothing more reotics of a number of Baltimore men. The practices of the compared to the acts of some itemen." terally speaking, there is no virtue in the pots, if the kettle is continually posing as a spider, the pot of its shadiness, the latter is full of compliment or epithet. No longer convincing for any one, in spite of the Negro, to point out that he is physically in; for in the fields, in the mines, at the Nile, on the battlefield, the Negro has demanded shoulder to shoulder and face to face with man. Neither is it any longer convincing that the Negro is incapable of mental development too many men eminent in the various endeavor for that argument to stand. Our shift their ground. They are now reduced to a race not capable of ethical development, control our appetites and passions, that means of vice and immorality. This argument and our moral failings—which are nothing new—failings—are so exaggerated and magnified, to look upon the Negro as being congruent with the argument has been so effectively advanced the minds of some colored people certain kinds of the race. We think it will do no harm to hastily review commission which was appointed by Governor, in which some very plain facts are not white people of the highly cultured city of do this in no evil spirit of gloating. We that white people are just as bad or as people. We do it rather in a spirit of self-facts justify the pot in reminding the kettle baster ornament. The report comprises 1,200 typewritten pages, three years. We shall therefore be able here and there, which may serve to give investigators found out. No names are the investigators state that men in all walks, banks, and business men are implicated from the report as published in. Continuing the report says: "That there are man and prominent men who have wives and families, butitate to employ every means possible to debauch in their offices. "We have many instances," the report says, "of little girls who have gone into these offices and abused to the men about them. Many of these little life and over, have grown children and even men." "There is nothing more reproachible than some of a number of Baltimore's esteemed and prominent men. The practices of the red light district are prepared to the acts of some of these so-called 'Clown men.' Generally speaking, there is no virtue in the pot calling the kettle black; pot, if the kettle is continually posing as a spotless vessel and reminding the pot of its shadiness, the latter is fully justified in returning the compliment or epithet. It is no longer convincing for any one, in speaking or writing against the Negro, to point out that he is physically inferior to the white man; for in the fields, in the mines, at the North Pole, in the prize-ring, on the battlefield, the Negro has demonstrated that he can stand shoulder to shoulder and face to face with the white or any other man. Neither is it any longer convincing to attempt to prove that the Negro is incapable of mental development; the race has produced too many men eminent in the various branches of intellectual endeavor for that argument to stand. Our enemies have had to shift their ground. They are now reduced to setting forth that we are a race not capable of ethical development, that we are unable to control our appetites and passions, that we are the helpless victims of vice and immorality. This argument is so commonly made and our moral failings—which are nothing more or less than human failings—are so exaggerated and magnified, that many people have come to look upon the Negro as being congenitally immoral. In fact, the argument has been so effectively advanced as to arouse even in the minds of some colored people certain misgivings about the morals of the race So, we think it will do no harm to hastily review the report of the Vice Commission which was appointed by Governor Goldsborough of Maryland, in which some very plain facts are recited, especially about the white people of the highly cultured city of Baltimore. We do this in no evil spirit of gloating. We do not rejoice in the fact that white people are just as bad or a little worse than colored people. We do it rather in a spirit of self-defense. We feel that the facts justify the pot in reminding the kettle that the latter is no alabaster ornament. The report comprises 1,200 typewritten pages and covers the work of three years. We shall therefore be able to clip only a paragraph here and there, which may serve to give some idea of what the investigators found out. No names are mentioned, although the investigators state that men in all walks of life—ministers, lawyers, bankers, and business men are implicated. Here are a few paragraphs from the report as published in the daily papers: Continuing the report says: "That there are many well-to-do and prominent men who have wives and families, but who do not hesitate to employ every means possible to debauch the young girls in their offices. "We have many instances," the report says, "of refined and gentle girls who have gone into these offices and finally succumbed to the men about them. Many of these men are of middle life and over, have grown children and even grandchildren." 'There is nothing more reprehensible than some of the practices of a number of Baltimore's esteemed and prominent business men. The practices of the red light district are pale and mild compared to the acts of some of these so-called 'Christian gentlemen' Concerning the traffic in babies, the report says "In order to determine the midwives, superintendents of the permanent separating of a new we interviewed a number in "In this investigation thirty Catholics and Hebrews, were not only one interposed serious others was willing to help, and said that they would accept my willing to receive $100, another of two things can be said about are willing knowingly to aid me are ignorant of what they are "Of the forty-nine doctors to aid in the procedure All were them a double fee. All these They were not ignorant; they arated from its mother at birth hardly a chance of living. You subject a child to this slow, stale "We found, too, a few so who jumped at the chance and fee offered And the institutions—day year after year they receive wards and watch them hour after They know that practically all birth are separated from their year they keep up this nefarious "We do not attempt in this problems relating to the illegit facts show that society's mett repression and virtual murder to preserve a family's good name from being smirched, to save the consequences of his act. Altoge up by a system of subterfuges certain individuals shall not have done. And aiding in this is mothers, fathers and institute having a hand in the killing of the name of virtue and purity home We reproduce the above par morality among Negroes, but as "In order to determine the attitude of physical, divides, superintendents of hospitals, and others restraint separating of a new-born infant from his interview a number in each class. In this investigation thirty clergymen, including clerics and Hebrews, were interviewed. Of the way one interposed serious objection, cach and ever others was willing to help, and some went much that they would accept money for their service, to receive $100, another $150, and another $250 two things can be said about all of these men, either willing knowingly to aid in the killing of a child or ignorant of what they are doing. "Of the forty-nine doctors interviewed, forty-two said in the procedure All were to charge a fee, a double fee. All these men were cognizant of they were not ignorant; they knew that when a child entered from its mother at birth and put into an institution a chance of living. Yet for a fee they were subject a child to this slow, starving death. "We found, too, a few so-called social and religious jumped at the chance and were eager—yes, greed offered And the institutions—day after day, month after year they receive healthy, plump infants and watch them hour after hour rapidly doxy know that practically all of those that immediatly are separated from their mothers will die; yet they keep up this fnearious, murderous traffic. "We do not attempt in this study to settle the matters relating to the illegitimate, but we do believe show that society's method in many instancesession and virtual murder. All of this is done is preserve a family's good name, to prevent a girl's being smirched, to save the man in the case from sequences of his act. Altogether it is a well-organized system of subterfuges and repression in order individuals shall not have to face openly what he. And aiding in this is a band of doctors, mothers, fathers and institutions, conniving and pacing a hand in the killing of an absolutely helpless name of virtue and purity for the sake of saving the reproduce the above paragraphs not in my among Negroes, but as a protest against "In order to determine the attitude of physicians, nurses, midwives, superintendents of hospitals, and others relative to the permanent separating of a new-born infant from its mother, we interviewed a number in each class. "In this investigation thirty clergymen, including Protestants, Catholics and Hebrews, were interviewed. Of the whole number only one interposed serious objection, each and every one of the others was willing to help, and some went much further and said that they would accept money for their services. One was willing to receive $100, another $150, and another $250. Only one of two things can be said about all of these men, either that they are willing knowingly to aid in the killing of a child or that they are ignorant of what they are doing. "Of the forty-nine doctors interviewed, forty-two were willing to aid in the procedure. All were to charge a fee, and many of them a double fee. All these men were cognizant of their acts. They were not ignorant; they knew that when a child was separated from its mother at birth and put into an institution it has hardly a chance of living. Yet for a fee they were willing to subject a child to this slow, starving death. "We found, too, a few so-called social and religious workers who jumped at the chance and were eager—yes, greedv—for the fee offered And the institutions—day after day, month after month, year after year they receive healthy, plump infants into their wards and watch them hour after hour go rapidly down to death. They know that practically all of those that immediately after birth are separated from their mothers will die; yet year after year they keep up this nefarious, murderous traffic. "We do not attempt in this study to settle the many complex problems relating to the illegitimate, but we do believe that the facts show that society's method in many instances is one of repression and virtual murder. All of this is done in the effort to preserve a family's good name, to prevent a girl's reputation from being smirched, to save the man in the case from facing the consequences of his act. Altogether it is a well-organized hushing up by a system of subterfuges and repression in order that the certain individuals shall not have to face openly what they have done. And aiding in this is a band of doctors, clergymen, mothers, fathers and institutions, commiving and plotting and having a hand in the killing of an absolutely helpless child, all in the name of virtue and purity for the sake of saving somebody's home We reproduce the above paragraphs not in mitigation of im morality among Negroes, but as a protest against the injustice of retary McAdoo about finding positions for Negroes provokes a smile when you recall that Messrs McAdoo and Burleson, advocates f segregation, have been most active in removing Negroes from office. Kindly consideration at the hands of McAdoo and Burleson. What a thought Executive Committee of Florida which met at Jacksonville last week: Resolved, That a legal elector shall be declared, taken and held as a member of the Democratic party upon the following terms and conditions in addition to those required by the general primary election law. First, That he is a white man. Here is a set of resolutions adopted by the State Democratic to virtue in the pot calling the kettle, really posing as a spotless vessel and, the latter is fully justified in retract. For any one, in speaking or writing, that he is physically inferior to the minees, at the North Pole, in the Negro has demonstrated that he and face to face with the white or may longer convincing to attempt the use of mental development; the race in the various branches of intellect to stand. Our enemies have are now reduced to setting forth of ethical development, that we are and passions, that we are the help of gay. This argument is so common, which are nothing more or less than needed and magnified, that many peopleNegro as being congenitally immoral so effectively advanced as to arouse people certain misgivings about him to hastily review the report of the pointed by Governor Goldsborough, plain facts are recited, especially highly cultured city of Baltimore. Of gloating. We do not rejoice in just as bad or a little worse than in a spirit of self-defense. We feel reminding the kettle that the latter typewritten pages and covers that therefore be able to clip only may serve to give some idea of it. No names are mentioned, albeit men in all walks of life—minisess men are implicated. Here are it as published in the daily papers: "That there are many well-to-do lives and families, but who do not is possible to debauch the young" The report says, "of refined and into these offices and finally succeed. Many of these men are of own children and even grandchild- archensible than some of the prac- er's esteemed and prominent busi- ed light district are pale and mild of these so-called 'Christian gen- the attitude of physicians, nurses, hospitals, and others relative to the new-born infant from its mother, each class. clergymen, including Protestants, interviewed Of the whole number section, cach and every one of the and some went much further and money for their services One was $150, and another $250. Only one all of these men, either that they the killing of a child or that they doing. interviewed, forty-two were willing here to charge a fee, and many of men were cognizant of their acts. knew that when a child was sepa- and put into an institution it has it for a fee they were willing to serving death called social and religious workers were eager—yes, greedy—for the after day, month after month, healthy, plump infants into their hour go rapidly down to death. of those that immediately after mothers will die; yet year after, murderous traffic. study to settle the many complex climate, but we do believe that the god in many instances is one of All of this is done in the effort one, to prevent a girl's reputation man in the case from facing the other it is a well-organized hushing and repression in order that the face to face openly what they have a band of doctors, clergymen, ans, commiving and plotting and an absolutely helpless child, all in for the sake of saving somebody's agraphs not in mitigation of ima- a protest against the injustice of Executive Committee of Florida which met at Jacksonville last week: Resolved, That a legal elector shall be declared, taken and held as a member of the Democratic party upon the following terms and conditions in addition to those required by the general primary election law. First, That he is a white man. Second, That he believes in the principles of the Democratic party. Third That he intends in good faith to support and vote at the next general election for all candidates. ```markdown ``` --- specifically charging against the Negro fatties that are common to the human race. We reproduce them as a proof that vice as well as virtue belongs to no one breath of humanity. AMERICAN MUSIC Mme. Yvette Guilbert, one of stage, in an interview which she United States, had the following: "In America, apart from the only beautiful folk-songs I don't know why Americans field. Perhaps they have been with such things." This statement will pain a great many colored people, because who dislike to admit it is true, and who don't know it. Mme. Guilbert, with true at root of the matter, but she make one, when she makes an except River.'" The fact is, "Suwanne most of the Foster songs are four. Foster was simply the first who these melodies and harmonies are his most widely known songs, also Negro sentiments. For years white American things which have been better was a result, they have created now on the world. In the meantime which this country has made the edgement owes its creation to N have been making fair and med French compositions. American has swept the world. Skilled musicians in the United Negro music. When they have gone to Indian themes and sterile soil. But there is no way is to be built, it must be built out not at all. Perhaps, this work great Negro composers who are. We are here reminded of the are yet unable to properly estimate creations made by the race in the are still somewhat or somehow a folk-stories, which were collected title of "Uncle Remus"; the cake nearly all of the modern dances. These three achievements are the yet brought against the common are not the work of one or two whole. They are a demonstrator creator of that which has the power that from his own inner conscience which will move and influence the ent power. Of the three, the cake-walk dancing is one of the recognized two continents as the greatest A called it "the poetry of motion." ticed its intricate steps. In the perhaps, reached its highest art have already been given a fixed pity What a lasting pity that this man! The highest contribution music, and that still remains almost a mine of material it is! To sum up the whole matter out of the United States which I world, except what has been cr national, state and county, nominated by the Democratic party. ubert, one of the greatest which she gave after he following to say concern apart from a few ditties till folk-songs I have found a Americans have done so little they have been too busy to will pain a great many people, because there are it is true, and there are with true artistic and craft but she makes a mistake an exception of "a few," "Suwannee River," "songs are founded on New the first white man to sarmonies and to make us own songs, not only use Mme. Yvette Guilbert, one of the greatest artists on the French stage, in an interview which she gave after her recent arrival in the United States, had the following to say concerning American music: "In America, apart from a few ditties like 'Sayance Riven,' the only beautiful folk-songs I have found are Negro melodies. I don't know why Americans have done so little in the folk-song field. Perhaps they have been too busy to concern themselves with such things." This statement will pain a great many white, and surprise a great many colored people, because there are so many white people who dislike to admit it is true, and there are so many colored people who don't know it. Mme. Guilbert, with true artistic and critical sense, goes to the root of the matter, but she makes a mistake, perhaps an excusable one, when she makes an exception of "a few ditties like 'Suwanee River.'" The fact is, "Suwanee River," "Kentucky Home" and most of the Foster songs are founded on Negro melodies. Stephen Foster was simply the first white man to see the artistic value of these melodies and harmonies and to make use of them. Foster, in his most widely known songs, not only used Negro melodies but also Negro sentiments. American musicians often better written by the increased nothing which he meantime, the only thing was made that has received attention to Negroes. Whither and mediocre copies of American Negro music in the United States he When they have strived themes and legends, but is no way around it; if he built out of what this work is being produced who are cretain to co-unded of the fact that so properly estimate the value in this country is somehow ashamed of the are collected by Joel Chas"; the cake-walk, from dances now so popular are the greatest pre the common charge of in ice or two gifted individual demonstration that there has the power of universi-ner consciousness the influence the world. And cake-walk stands on the recognized arts, and the greatest American dance of motion." Even the rns. In the modern dance highest artistic development on a fixed place in literature that this work was not contribution made by the mains almost wholly un-iss! whole matter, nothing of states which has made a u has been created by the county, nomi- party. from a re- Evening For years white American musicians have been writing the things which have been better written by the musicians of Europe, as a result, they have created nothing which has made an impression on the world. In the meantime, the only contribution to music which this country has made that has received universal acknowledgement owes its creation to Negroes. While American composers have been making fair and mediocre copies of German, Italian and French compositions, American Negro music in its triumphant march has swept the world. Skilled musicians in the United States have studiously ignored this Negro music. When they have striven to be original they have gone tq Indian themes and legends, but here they have worked sterile soil. But there is no way around it; if a great American music is to be built, it must be built out of what the Negro has created or not at all. Perhaps, this work is being providentially left for the great Negro composers who are cretain to come. We are here reminded of the fact that so many colored people are yet unable to properly estimate the value of the three artistic creations made by the race in this country; in fact, a great many are still somewhat or somehow ashamed of them. We refer to the folk-stories, which were collected by Joel Chandler Harris under the title of "Uncle Remus"; the cake-walk, from which was developed nearly all of the modern dances now so popular; and Negro music. These three achievements are the greatest proof which the race has yet brought against the common charge of inferiority, because they are not the work of one or two gifted individuals but of the race as a whole. They are a demonstration that the Negro is a creator, a creator of that which has the power of universal appeal. They show that from his own inner consciousness the Negro can evolve that which will move and influence the world. And that is proof of inherent power. Of the three, the cake-walk stands on the lowest grade; however, dancing is one of the recognized arts, and the cake-walk captured two continents as the greatest American dance. The French people called it "the poetry of motion." Even the royalty of Europe practiced its intricate steps. In the modern dances, the cake-walk has, perhaps, reached its highest artistic development. The folk-stories have already been given a fixed place in literature by "Uncle Remus." What a lasting pity that this work was not done by some colored man! The highest contribution made by the race to art is Negro music, and that still remains almost wholly undeveloped. And what a mine of material it is! To sum up the whole matter, nothing of artistic value has come out of the United States which has made a universal appeal to the world, except what has been created by the American Negro. national, state and county, nominated by the Democratic party. from a recent editorial in the "Evening Post": Fourth. That he will not be influenced in voting for or against any candidate by any religious test or on account of religious belief, denomination or sect with which the candidate is affiliated. I fifth. That he is not a member of any secret organization which attempts in any way to influence political action or results; or the obligations and purposes of which organization will justify him in refusing to support any nominee of the party. Now if any of our readers are brooding over the hard political lot of the Negro in the South, let them read these resolutions carefully and contemplate the sad lot of a white Democrat in Florida. If any man bound by the above rules can imagine himself an independent citizen of the United States and a free voter, we should like to know what sort of "dope" he takes that enables him to do it. A MODEL REPORT. We clip the following extract: THE JANUARY THE A. M. E. CH will contain impressive and beautiful p Late Dr. Booken here published for the first time, together on Dr. Washington by Mr. Geo Public Library, Boston Mass. It will also contain AN ARTICLE cially for this number of The Review Washington wrote for any publication. Please send your orders at once. 28 cents per copy. Send all orders to the Editor, REV THE JANUARY NUMBER OF E. CHURCH and beautiful pictures of scener I. Booker T. Wash set time, together with a by Mr. George W. Forbis assess. ARTICLE BY DR. WASH The Review. This is one publication. Editor, REVERDY C. RAN 437 West 35th THE A. M. E. CHURCH REVIEW here published for the first time, together with a very strong and unusual article on Dr. Washington by Mr. George W. Forbes of West End Branoh It will also contain AN ARTICLE BY DR. WASHINGTON, written especially for this number of The Review. This is one of the last articles Dr. Washington wrote for any publication. Please send your orders at once. 28 cents per copy. Send all orders to the Editor, REVERDY C. RANSOM, 437 West 35th St., New York City. gave after her recent arrival in the so say concerning American music, few ditties like 'Savance River', have found are Negro melodies. have done so little in the folk-song too busy to concern themselves a great many white, and surprise are there are so many white people and there are so many colored people artistic and critical sense, goes to the mises a mistake, perhaps an excusable of "a few ditties like 'Suwanee River', "Kentucky Home" and handed on Negro melodies. Stephen he man to see the artistic value of to make use of them. Foster, it not only used Negro melodies but musicians have been writing the written by the musicians of Europe, nining which has made an impression, the only contribution to music that has received universal acknowledg- ing. While American composer more copies of German, Italian and Negro music in its triumphant march United States have studiously ignored have striven to be original they legends, but here they have worked around it; if a great American music of what the Negro has created on being providentially left for the retain to come. The fact that so many colored people create the value of the three artistic is country; in fact, a great many shamed of them. We refer to the by Joel Chandler Harris under the e-walk. from which was developed so popular; and Negro music greatest proof which the race has charge of inferiority, because they tied individuals but of the race as on that the Negro is a creator, a mer of universal appeal. They show business the Negro can evolve that world. And that is proof of inherit- ances on the lowest grade; however arts, and the cake-walk captured American dance. The French people Even the royalty of Europe prac- modern dances, the cake-walk has tic development. The folk-stories race in literature by "Uncle Remus." Work was not done by some colored made by the race to art is Negro est wholly undeveloped And what nothing of artistic value has come has made a universal appeal to the stated by the American Negro. from a recent editorial in the "Evening Post": The latest Bulletin of the National League on Urban Conditions among Negroes could hardly be improved upon It is brisk, orderly, optimistic. The various activities of the League are set forth in a way to impart knowledge without wearying the reader; the financial needs are stated; plans for the coming year are outlined—all in a lucid and cheery way. It is, in short, a very model of what such publications ought to be. Such commendation in the "Evening Post" means a great deal; and it means more to us, as a race, because the report referred to is the work of a colored man. Mr. Eugene Kinckle Jones, Associate Director of the League. However, the report is more than well written and interesting; it is inspiring; and we suggest that as many of our readers as possible should secure a copy and read it. They will have their eyes opened as to the magnitude and NUMBER OF MURCH REVIEW pictures of scenes at the funeral of the T. Washington --- importance of the work which the National League on Urban Conditions among Negroes is carrying on in a field which is untouched by any other organization. The League deserves the hearty co-operation of all the colored people of Greater New York. IN TEXAS. We clipped the following from "The Massea," published in this city: Liberty. Fort Worth, (Tex.). November 19—An enraged crowd of citizens yesterday at Arlington sought to attack the Liberty Bell party because a member of the party lifted a Negro girl to the car and let her kiss the relic. To avert trouble the train pulled out, leaving the crowd shaking fists and throwing stones."—San Francisco Examiner. Any comment would be, as the old fashioned debaters used to say, a work of supererogation. We can only add that it served the party right for carrying such an incongruous relic as the Liberty Bell through Texas. A NEW MAGAZINE The "Square Deal Magazine" is a new colored monthly publication which made its appearance in Boston last week. It contains forty pages of bright interesting matter covering a wide and varied scope. "The Age" wishes the "Square Deal Magazine" a long and useful career. WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY MINISTER WITHDRAWS FROM N. A. A. C. P. to the Editor of The Age: The following letter, which has been sent to Mr. Oswald G. Villard, treasurer of the N. A. A. C. P., is self-explanatory: 129 Henry St., New Haven, Conn Mr. Oswald G. Villard, New York City, N. Y Dear Sir: I am returning the subscription blank to you as treasurer of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, with the request that you drop my name from further contact on the roll of members unless the organization, through its officers or executive members, should make some kind of public disapproval (say, through The Crisis) of that part of the editorial in the Christmas number of The Crisis, which speaks of Mr. Washington's mistakes and shortcomings, and which also said: "On the other hand, in stern justice, we must lay on the soul of this man a heavy responsibility for the consummation of Negro disfranchisement, the decline of the Negro college and public school, and a firm establishment of our land and labor. Some of the most ardent supporters of the scholarly editor of The Crusis have expressed great disappointment at this cowardly thrust. Could your learned editor know what he had said in two of the previous paragraphs when he says, "This is not nt time for recrimination or complaint Gravely and with bowed heads let us receive, what this great figure gave of good, silently rejecting all else. Your intellectual scholar has not applied the laws of intellectual thinking, and if this editorial effected him only it would matter little, but the great organization, of which The Crista is the official organ, and its noble work, has been injured and will be greatly hindered unless some public statement is issued officially to show to the many thousands of friends of the late Booker T. Washington that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People neither authorized for sanctioned those unnually words while the nation was bowed in grief at the grave of the Great Leader. That editorial has the distinction of doing two things—it proves its author to be not only unsafe, but dangerous, lacking the elements of true leadership and is further dividing the Negro race through discord and the insistence of the personal, rather than a broad principle upon which we could all come together, and as long as your organization makes its mouthpiece a man who enjoys the fat of other constructive minds, just so long will the Negro race be divided, and its leaders and educated men be in two ranks instead of in one Yours very truly, WM H. LACEY DuBois and a Washington Memorial. To the Editor of The Age: Will you permit me space in the columns of your paper to comment on what seems to be an attempt to destroy the effect of the life of a great man? I have reference to the editor of the "Crisis" (Mr. DuBois), in his manner of dealing with matters involving the life of the late Dr. Washington, who lived, suffered and died in the harness for the cause that was dearest to his heart, which was to help his race to command a position of respect by thrift and industry as a base of activity in being good American citizens. For indeed, in my mind, history does not give an account of a more monumental life as a source of inspiration to its fellow being than that of Dr. Washington. While the beehive has been moved, the race is using, and still will use, the honey It was just about a month before the death of this great man that I heard him at Woolsey Hall, that great auditor of Yale University, before the largest audience ever assembled there, in one of the most thrilling speeches many have said he ever made, in what he showed the most attitude of the South toward the Negro in the gettysong of education by the small amount of money appropriated for their schools. While he was not abusive, yet he was painted in what he said. The occasion was that of the national gathering of the Congregational Churches, with delegates of both races, from all sections of this country, who seemed to appraise all that he said along this line. I am sure some good will come to the race in this particular matter. On the same night, notwithstanding his physical condition, which seemed to indicate that his life's work was coming to a close, at the Zion A. M. E. Church, he spoke to a large gathering of Negroes. As he stood on the platform looking the members of his own race in the face, he said that he would rather be there than anywhere else, for he lived to be among his own people. To sum up and produce the substance of his speech would be to say that he said, "Children, love ye one another." He also said that if anything should happen to him, all the things in which he was interested would move on with complete smoothness, thus showing the deep regard he had for the ability of others. Now Mr. Editor, in view of the splendid life of Dr. Washington, it seems to me that the editor of the "Crisis" does himself and magazine very little credit by holding up the life of this dead magist as being commendable, and then attempting to puncture it by referring to him as a contributor to the cause of disfranchisement and other ills affecting the race. As indicated in the December issue of the "Crisis," and in the latest issue, January, Mr. DuBois shows himself to be very much out of keeping with the spirit of the age, which is to respect worth regardless of color to a greater degree than ever before. In the article headed "A Suggestion" and referring to the Frederick Douglas Home proposition, Mr. DuBois speaks of a simple feasible memorial to Booker T. Washington by colored people alone, and specifies by saying "his colored friends" Note the cold blunt tone to begin with, and the Jim Crow phrase of it by saying "colored people alone." The fact is, I don't believe the much learned gentleman of the "Crisis," Mr DuBois, personally is interested in any kind of a memorial to Dr. Washington that would mean honor to him. Further, I believe his suggestion was prompted by what purported to be a report from the Trustees of Tuskegee to create a $2,000,000 memorial fund for the benefit of that institution. If so what could be a fitting tribute to the memory of its founder? Now, if Mr. DuBois is inscere as the Frederick Douglas Home proposition, and the paying off of the mortage for that purpose which he speaks of, would be a splendid object lesson of ability to do something for the race he and his friends, regardless of cowere to get together, raise the moneypay off the mortgage, and proceed accomplish the desired end he speaks of and thus relieve the race of that barrassment. Dr. Washington was not only a Negro, but a great man among me its broadest sense, and they stand righteously his memory in every seed of this country, and in the land beyond the sea. I. E. FISHER Memorial to Booker Washington To the Editor of The Ack: It would seem to me that the most fitting way to perpetuate the memory of our greatest leader, the late Booker I. Washington, would be to erect an industrial institution in the East in keeping with his ideals. Memorial meetings will soon pass from the memory of the people and many years hence there may be no interest in such meetings. Monuments, even temples, go back to dust, and history has proved that empires vanish and races die out, but an endowed industrial institution would live through changeless ages, if it followed the plan outlined by Dr. Washington. A school in the East for the industrial education of our people would assist in solving the so-called race problem and it would serve to stimulate the young men and women in the North to be self-supporting and self-reliant. This was the mission of the greatest leader any race ever had, and considering all the handcaps under which he labored history fails to show a single example of leadership superior to this great man's There is a tendency to claim that every Negro who happens to make a remarkable national or international reputation is the son of some bourbon cracker, yet no one arose to dispute the late Senator Hoar, of Massachusetts, when he said that "the South had never produced a great white man." This being true, how could a curry, lazy Virginia cracker be the father of the greatest Negro the world has ever known and the peer of any living statesman, regardless of race or color? If Mr. R. M. Moten carries the policies of Dr. Washington, there is little doubt that when death claims him, some cracker, nursing his rags and with hands covered with the blood of some Negro just lynched, will claim that he, too, "had a white man's blood. In his vems." It is too bad that we must mark time and wait to see if the successor of this wonderful man has been born. We have a host of "leaders" totally interested in the welfare of the race, but their "interest" draws interest. The ability to write books, discuss social equality, to stir up the race by a continuous cry of equality, are not the prerequisites for race leadership. This man started with nothing. He did not have a Harvard degree, but he had something greater. He had will-power. He believed in himself and he believed that what he was capable of, his race is also capable of, the race being judged by the accomplishment of the individual. We note that most of his critics are Harvard men, but what have they done to be in a position to criticize this man? One of the greatest things a man can do is to go out into the world and create something out of nothing—the Tuskegee Institute was such an achievement. These men of crudition claiming to be leaders of our race have thus far created nothing out of their Harvard degrees which would be of service to any great number of our people. They own no business, can employ no great number of young men and women, they have no influence to assist the masses of the people. In fact, you will find these educated critics work for a salary for some white man, at whose beheat he is fired out. I insist that a race leader must be his own employer, and for any man graduating from Harvard and unable to create a project, he must create a project, unless he can start some project of his own initiative and make a success of it, he has no right to aspire to the leadership of the Negro race. Like all other races, we want men who can do things. If they have education, they can be leaders. If they can produce something. We have a lot of consumers, but we must have producers also. The question of the age is not what school you come from, the color of your eyes or your hair. In the business world¹ the professional world, the labor world, the perpetual question is young man, the new man, the new people care little for college degrees, but want a leadership that can do something besides write books and magazines. It is thought that moves the world. It was will-power that enabled Napoleon to cross the Alps. And until these erudite critics of Dr. Washington can do something besides work for some benevolent white man, their claim to leadership is aburd and should be, resented, denounced and punished. ARTHUR G. SHAW. WASHINGTON PICTURES 1 TO HARTFORD SCHOOLS HARTFORD. CONN.-More than 500 persons attended exercises at the Shiloh Baptist Church, for perishal Dr. Booker T. Washington were presented to the five colored Sunday schools of Hartford by Mrs. Arthur L. Goodrich of Farmington in memory of her husband, General Arthur L. Goodrich, who was greatly interested in the welfare of the colored race and was at one time treasurer of the Hartford "Courant" Company. The Rev. W. A. Harrod, pastor of the oakhill Christian Church, addressed the address of financial and Frank P. Chisholm, financial secretary of Tuskegee Institute, spoke on the life of Dr. Washington. The five portraits are about three feet square and will be hung in the Sunday school rooms of the different churches. Murray, superintendent of the Shiloh Sunday School, was master of ceremonies. Prof. Chisholm said that Dr. Washington's life was marked by five traits, his great faith, his great patience, his great optimism, his unselfish character and his spirit of sacrifice. He warmly thanked Mrs. Goodrich, who was present, for the great interest the lad showed and for the colored face, and said that much of the present position that it occupies today is due to the untiring interest and the valuable help given by many white persons in the country. He said that much of the prominence that Tuskegee Institute has attained is due to the help and fore sight of a few persons who have had this welfare at heart. Of this type, Prof. Chisholm said, General Goodrich was an illustrious example. The presentation address was made by Rev. W. A. Herrod, who said that the life of the late General Goodrich was strongly connected with the advancement of the colored race in America, and that the author of a large amount of good, and had at all times the success of our race at heart. Through the medium of the press, more especially "The Courant," General Goodrich repeatedly championed this race and bespoke its advancement. He had entertained Dr. Washington at his home many times when the latter issued a superintendent of the Calvott Congregational Church Sunday School, Mrs Mary Maddox of the Union Baptist Church Sunday school John Wilson of the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday school, Miss Fanny Shaw of St. Monica's Church Sunday school and Wylie Selden of the Shiloh Baptist Sunday school respondent to the address of presentation on behalf of their schools. An extensive musical program was given Washington Memorial at Hackensack, HACKENSACK. N. J.-The memorial services held at the Bethesda Presbyterian Mission, Hackensack, N. J., on Sunday afternoon, January 2. Were largely attended by the city of Hickory and its mission coming from as far as Newark, while Englewood, Paterson and other towns were represented. The life of Dr Washington was forcefully and eloquently depicted by the Hon. Fred R. Moore, who was a personal friend of Mr. Washington. His intimate association with the deacon of the opportunity to speak of Mr. Washington's life and character which few enjoy. W. E. Starks, supervising principal of the public schools of Hackensack, spoke in highest commendation of Dr. Washington, emphasizing his early struggles, and pointing out to his hearers how much he appreciated his great accomplishments. Dr. E. I. Eggleston, pastor of the Thirteenth Avenue Presbyterian Church, Newark, N.J., and the Rev. Thomas J. B. Harris, of Englewood, N. J., lauded the efforts of Dr. Washington, stimulating the course of his musical set forth in the life of Dr. Washington for perseverance, energy and race loyalty. In addition to the excellent addresses, a pleasing musical program was given to the delight of all present. Dr. W. L. Lawson has received his lay foundation for Presbyterian among colored people in Hackensack, presided. Portsmouth Celebrated Emancipation. Portsmouth, N. H — The fifty-third anniversary of the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation was celebrated in this city on Monday evening, January 14, 2014, at St. Gregory People Baptist Church, the Rev. John H. Davis pastor. The following program was presented: "America," audience; remarks by the chairman, the Rev John L. Davis, prayer, the Rev Percy W. Caswell; selection, "Music in the Air," Male Quartet; reading, the Emancipation Proclamation, Mrs. Emily M Davis; vocalo, "Mother Machirec" (Oltrant), Mrs. Emily M Davis; musico, L. Ladd, mayor of City of Portsmouth; trix, "Normandy" (Melbr), Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Armstead and Mrs. Thompson; recitation, "On the Shaffs of Tennessee," Mrs. Mary H. Wright; vocal solo, "The Bird and the Rose," Mime Vase Sounds Impersonation; address Mrs. Mary L. Wood, introducing the speaker of the evening, Mrs. Butler R. Wilson, of Bottom, Mane; selection, "Lenting Tongue," Male Quartet; address, Storer Foost, No. I, G. A. R. *Major H. H. M. Belt; overtory, "The Star Sparkled Banner," audience Savannah Club Holde Exercises SAVANNAN, Ga.—The Euroturk Aid and Athletic Club, H. H. S. Scott, president, hold Emancipation Day exercises at the club rooms on Saturday, January I. S. A. Grant, of Georgia State College, was the principal speaker. Other participants of the program were the Georgia D. Buster, H. H. Singleton, the Georgia State College quartet, Ed H. Burke, of the savannah Tribune; Mmmes, Thurman and Green, the Rev. T. J. Goodall, J. Prince, Brisbane and Miss M. Galloway. At conclusion of the program the club served light refreshments. The citizens' celebration was held at the Second Baptist Church, and the Reverend Goal delivered the emancipation address addressed to the congregation by a street parade, in which three companies of uniformed Knights of Pythias, under Capt. M. W. Bryan, the same number of Knights of Damon, under Maj. Jerry M. Suares, the K of P. and Middleton's brass bands, and the Imperial Aid and Social Club, were seen. Carriages were provided for the Emancipation Association. Major W. H. Burgess was master of ceremonies. Binghamton Celebrates BINCHAMTON, N. Y.—Emancipation exercises were held at the A. M. E. Zion Church January 3. An appreciative audience was present. The Rev J. B. A. Yelverton acted as master of the congregation; a select reading "Abraham Lincoln," Mrs. Moses Dorsey; Emancipation Proclamation, read by Mrs. Frank Hancett, speech by the Rev J. H. Washington, subject, "The Negro Moses Dorsey, a student of Corral University," selection by the choir. The principal address of the evening was made by the Rev W. L. Lee, of Fleet Street A. M. L. Zion Church, Brooklyn, N. Y. M. Ime, J. C. Washington sang "Good-By," by and for an encore sang by John Dry (hoise), and cited. The exercises closed with an instrumental duet. Violin and piano at Masters Jou. and Robert Reynolds Celebration at Bunting, S. C. State College; celebration was observed on Monday, January 3, with R. W. Westberry, chairman of the committee on program, and A. P. Spears, master of ceremonies. The program was as follows: Readin of the program from the chair of the Simpson; Life of Booker T. Washington, W. T. Andrews and Dr. J. W. Moultrie; "What Advancement in Agriculture," R. W. Westbury; paper, Dr. Dragrion; Industrial Advancement, Prology; Political Federation is Doing, Mrs Ann Andrews; oration, Dr. J. W. Murphy; solo, Chas. A. Lawson; solo, E. E. Jones. No officers were elected as follows: R. W. Westbury, president; the Rea L. H. David, vice-president; M. W Murray, secretary. UNUSUAL PROGRAM FOR TUSKEGEE CONFERENCE TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, Ala—Following the last suggestion made by the late Dr Booker T. Washington, the Con-ferent Committee in arranging for the annual Tuskegee National Park in January 19, has departed radically from former programs. It is hoped that the variation will put new life into the meeting. Instead of having the visitors go to the Chapel at 10 o'clock and listen to the lecture, the visitors will be taken to the Agricultural Department and Dorothy Hall from 9 to 12 o'clock to witness special demonstrations and exhibits. The exposition at Dorothy Hall from 9 to 12 o'clock to witness special demonstrations and exhibits. The exposition at Dorothy Hall will be spe- Demonstrations at the Agricultural Department will make up a real school day for the visitors, and will include demonstrations in farming, trucking and caming, fruit growing; the care of dairy cattle and manufacture of dairy products, selecting and feeding farm animals, diseases of farm animals and animals, be offered demonstrations with shucks, door mats, researing chairs, mattress with shucks or cotton, picture frames, table mats and horse collars. Premiums for Exhibits. The utilizing of boxes in making furniture, including washstand, dresser, kitchen table, cupboard, chairs, etc., will be explained, and advice given on the avoidance of cheap lace curtains, how to use them, and how to use them. Cooking demonstrations will include table setting, table manners, the use of tablecloth, napkins, knives, forks, glasses, flowers, etc., and the preparation of menus of country produce for each month in the year. The menus shown, a corn show for men and a canned goods exhibit for women. One thousand persons will be asked to send ten ears of corn each, and women will be asked to bring six jars of canned goods of different varieties. Preminums of $10, $15, and $20 are awarded in the corn show and the same amounts will be given as premiums in the canned goods exhibit. In the regular conference session changed to 1:30 o'clock, closing at 4:00 p.m. with a special teleconference, "How I Am Managing to Keep Ahead of the Boll Weevil, Crop Diversification" and "How Our Community Built a Schoolhouse." Members of the United States Department of Agriculture and other state officials will be present, and other state officials will be present. The Workers' Conference On Thursday, January 20, at 10:30 n'clock, the Workers' Conference will 'e' held in the Academic Assembly Room. The general subject will be the 'Bet- the Bets' of Negroes' and this will 'e' divide the Negroes' Homes, Rural Housing Condition and demonstrations will be given by 'Tuskegee Institute Health Department' Under the first division will be discussed (a) housing conditions and the urban death rate for Negroes; (b) some examples of what is being done by agencies which can assist in improving urban housing conditions. Under the second division will be discussed (a) housing conditions and the rural death rate for Negroes; (b) housing conditions and the supply; (c) agencies which can assist in improving rural housing conditions. An unusual feature of the Workers' Conference will be the appearance of Surgeon Joseph Goldberger, who has been listed from the United States Public Health Service to speak on the subject of Pellagra. Surgeon General Rupert Blue, in assigning this expert, said he was doing so because of the far-reaching influence of the Tuskegee Conference, and was able to connect to communicate the serious inrends in the South of this dreaded disease. PERTH AMBOY N I Perth Amboy, N. J. -The Rev. Mr. Bailey of Elizabeth preached an interesting sermon to the congregation of the Second Baptist Church, Sunday evening. Dadies D. J. R. C. Social Club of which Miss Hawkins is a member, her mother and friends gave her a pleasant surprise Thursday evening at her home, Front street. Games and solos were rendered. A delicious supper was served by her mother at midnight and the guests continued their merrymaking. Simon Basvl, who used to be a deacon at the Second Baptist Church at Kendalworth, died at his home at Cranford, N. J. Thursday. Howard Anthony and family, also mended the funeral of their brother-in-law, Simon Basvl, Sunday, at Cranford, N. J. Daniel Skelton attended the funeral of Simon Basvl at Cranford, N. J. Sunday. Miss Davis and Miss Amanda Mason spent Sunday in Long Island. The father of Alex Wilson is still ill at his home, Division street. Mrs. Walter Carter, Paterson street is sick at her home with la gripe BAYONNE. N. I. Iainne, N. J—The Rev. Mr. Allen, of Westfield, N. J, preached at the morning service at St. Peter's A. M. E Zion Church Sunday, January 9. The Pastor, the Rev. B. C Robson, preached in New York City in the afternoon of Sunday, January 9. He preached an excellent sermon at his evening. Mrs. Thomas and Master Robinson, relatives of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Liverpool, visited them at their residence, Andrew street, during the Christmas holidays. Miss Frances Mulford gave a party to the following young people at her residence, 70 Andrew street, on Saturday, January 9. The Misses Jess-Ann Jenkins, William Mary Jenkins, Ruth Brown, Addie Scaree, Beatrice Fitzhugh, Elinor Thomas Carabell Gaither, and Mastera Mulford Gregory, Leon Scaree and Carol Page. The home department of St. Peters' A. M. E Zion school held an interesting meeting Sunday, January 9. Mrs. David Cooper is in charge of the department, and Mrs. Sarah Crummell and Mrs. Pearl Small are assistants. The Benefit given Friday evening, January 7, for Miss Rose Carrington, was a success. NEW BRUNSWICK, N. J. New Brunswick, N. J.-Miss Stanfield. College Avenue, spent Sunday with friends in Plainfield. Miss E. Lindquond Street, spent the week-end with her sister, Miss E. Venable, a student of the university in Philadelphia. H. Moody visited friends in New York City last Wednesday. J. Rasper suddenly took ill last Saturday. He is now confined to his home, Comstock Street, and under the door's lock. H. Rick, Comstock Street, spent the week with friends in Trenton. Miss Thelma Wright, Remsen Avenue entertained the Band of Hope Girls last Wednesday. Mrs. Slocum, Comstock Street, entertained her mother and sister of Miss E. Lindquond. Miss V. Elliott, Morell Street, who has been confined to her home for some time, is convalescing Mrs John Thomas, College Avenue, has returned home after spending two months in Wilmington, Del. She stopped at the Dupont Hotel. Miss V. Scank, Livingston Avenue, has returned from spending two weeks in Philadelphia. H Jennings, Seaman Street, succeeded in coming out twentieeth in a five-and a half mile race which took place in Harlem. The revival services held at the Phenzer Baptist Church, Lee Avenue, have met with great success. The Rev M. Anderson preached each week of the month, showed their appreciation by liberally contributing each evening. The Rev D W Cannon, of Cranford, N J. is conducting the services this week. RAHWAY, N. I. RADWAY, N. J.-The Rev. P. D. James preached at the St. John's Park, Church, Jerseyland Park, for the Rev G. W Hamlette, pastor, last Sunday evening The Rev G. W. Hamlette has recovered from a severe case of laxiprine The Rev A. Wright, pastor of the Second Baptist Church here, is confined to his bed with laxiprine. The Rev M. Montague preached for him at 11 a.m and the Rev J. Lewis preached at 8 p.m. Willie Maze, the Agr's correspondent who has been sick in bed for two weeks in Newark spent Tuesday, January 4, at the home of Mr and Mrs W. White, 20 Havdock street The Rev Alfred Wright and his mother-in-law, Mrs. Kellis, have been ill in bed at their home, 208 Maple avenue The Willing Workers Club held a leap super at the home of the Rev A. Wright, Winter, January 1 The Willing Workers Club of the Second Baptist Church rest at the home of Mrs. Sidney Archer, 22 Lafayette street, January 3. Robertson were served. Mrs. Lulu Love, 357 Main street, received a letter from Dr. and Mrs. Geo. C. Worth of China. William S. Maize, 228 Maple avenue, is able to be around the house. ELIZABETH, N. I. Elizabeth, N. J. — Shiloh Baptist Church, 103 Murray street; Rev. A. D. Jones, pastor; services at 11 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. The pastor preached morning and evening. The attendance was fair. Union Baptist Church, East Grand street; the Rev. F. C. Hardle, pastor; preaching school at 3 a.m. The Rev. M. Croomes of Flainfield, missionary, preached at 7:45 p.m. Mount Teman A. M. E. Church, South Union street; the Rev. I. S. Yemmana, pastor; services at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday-school at 2 p.m. Mrs. Sena Scott, Fay avenue, is ill at her home. Mrs. Cora Jackson, 846 Lafayette street, visited friends in New York City on Sunday. The party given by Mrs. Geo. Thomas, 1175 Murray street, was not a jittery party, as announced in last week's paper, but was a social gathering of her well-selected friends. Jacob Saunders of Westfield avenue, now a member of Company A, 25th Infantry, stationed at Honolulu, H. L. won first prize in the sharp-shooting contest. Saunders wishes to be remembered to his friends. Mrs. Lewis Taylor, 333 West Grand street, is ill at her home. Mrs. Mary Hazen of Washington avenue is seriously ill at her home. Eugene Henderson, Washington street, has returned home after visiting friends in the South. Percy J. Taylor, West Grand street, returned to his duties Monday, after being on the sick list for two weeks. Loverm of Wake, N. Y., has visiting friends in Elizabeth for the last week or so, making her home with Mrs. Thomas, High street. Mrs. Mary Taylor is improving after being on the sick list. Miss Loverm Saunders took tea with Mrs. Lawson Chase last Tuesday. RATEFSON N 1 Paterson, N. J.-Mrs. Elsie Tarpley, the mother of Mr. Chris Poe, 177 Pearl street, and his daughter, Missiana, one to Cheraw, S. Cronin a month's visit. Mrs. William Booth, 201 12th avenue entertained at dinner on Christmas Day Mr. and Mrs. Browne, Mrs. Emma Smith, Miss Sarah Perry, Miss Priscilla Perry, George Smith, C. Booth, of Seabright, N. J. and Miles Edwards, of Red Bank, N. J. William Smith of Stroudsburg, was married to Mrs. L. Brown, of Nassau, N. J. at East Stroudsburg December 21, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Ray, 228 N. Cortlandt street. The bridesmaid, Miss Georgiana Ray; Mr. S. Ray, best man, Among those present: S. Smith, of New York; Mrs. William H. Jackson, Paterson, N. J.; Mrs. Emma Parker; Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Parker; Richard Bevill, of East Stroudsburg. A wedding-supper was served. Mr. Smith is the chef at the Hotel Tenner. United States Boy Scouts of the State of New Jersey and Camp Fire Girls were organized in October, 1915 by Adjutant General George Reynolds, Major-General John Van Rensselaer, and Adjutant Advisor Thomas Miller and James E. Thomas. Camp Fire Girls are instructed by Major Harry Thomas; the boys receive their instructions by the Adjutant general. Their meeting place will be at the C. M. A. Hall, 150 Governor street, each Tuesday evening. Harry Wiley and his wife, also Miss Gindolde Wiley, were guests of Judge Wiley former of New York City, now of Paterson, were guests of Judge and Mme. Collins Sunday last. A delightful dinner was served. Those on the sick list are: Mr. and Mrs. G Walker, the caterer; Miss Bernice Rouser; Miss Jones; Mrs. Anderson, Mr. John Sisco, Mr. Wreeland and Mr. Dudne. Sr. has arrived home from Philadelphia, Pa. where he just completed a contract. HILTON. N. I HILTON. N. J.-Miss Virginia Johnson entertained on Christmas night Miss M Venable of Plainfield. Miss A. Lewson, Miss E. Fenner of Vuxhall, M. Hogman of Princeton, M. Hogman of Milburn. Miss M Marijorie Venable of Plainfield was the guest of Miss L. Raema Johnson during part of the holidays. A lunchoon was given during Christmas week at the home of Miss L. Johnson in honor of Miss Marijorie Venable. Among the guests were Misses Helen and Marie Childs, Miss K. Fenner, Miss J. Jordan, Miss M. Foster and Miss J. Marijorie Virginia Johnson entertained on December 29. Misses Helen and Hattie Gross of Jersey City, and P. Bailey of Maplewood. LAKEWOOD, N. 1 Lakewood, N. J.—Mrs. Bethea Walker returned from Washington, D. C. after spending a delightful time with her aunt and cousin, Miss G. Shearer, of Washington, N. J. J. Hudgins, of Pittsburgh, Pa. is in Lakewood to spend the winter with her sister, Mrs. Rosa J. Walker. Thursday night, January 6, the Rev. Griffin, of the John Street Baptist Church officiated at the marriage of Geo. Jackson to Miss Lillian Brown, grand daughter of Mrs. Laura Brown. The dance and dance by the Big Four of the Manhattan Hotel, on Tuesday, January 4, was a social success. Mr. Jenkins left for Palm Beach, Fla., Monday. The Ministers Meeting The Ministers meeting meet at St Marka auditorium on last Monday at 3 p.m. The Rev. W. L. Lee of Brooklyn delia of a sermon, subject, impunity in Prison? The public The Rev. R. k., Boldin will preach Monday January 17 at 3 p. m.; it is hoped that all the members of New York City will uninjure will not only be present, but will upon their members be present. NEWS OF THE CHURCHES NEWS OF THE CHURCHES Union Baptist Church At the Union Baptist Church, 204-08 West 63d street. The Rev. G. H. Sims, Pastor, Tuesday evening of last week was the beginning of the revival meeting. The Rev. J. B. Boddie of New Rochelle presided each evening during the week. He will preach each night until January 22. At 11:00 a. m., Sunday morning the pastor preached "OUR AIM FOR THIS YEAR." Two were converted, two joined the church and three were baptized. At 2 p.m., the Sunday School under Supertendant Johnson had an interesting session. 370 scholars were present. Collection $24.49. At 3 p.m., Dr. A. J. Tyler of Washington D.C. preached a sermon preceding the communion. Subject: THI WILL OF JESUS. The B. Y. P. U. held a candle light teammal service at 5.30. At the evening service the pastor preached to a large crowd from Isa. 41:10. Two were converted and nine added to the church. The Lord offering for the day was $229.16. 8t. David's. The regular Sunday services morning and evening on last Sunday were largely attended. The Rev. E. G. Clinton, was the preacher at the 11 o'clock special speaker on last Sunday and the special speaker was Mr. Roby, of the Chapel of the Good Shepherd and secretary of the Bronx Archdeaconry. Next Sunday evening at 8 o'clock, the special speaker will be Roland C. Sheldon of the Big Brother Movement. The friends are urged to come and attend the special speaker, an orator, has a deep sense of what can be done for boys and girls by treating their troubles in a human, way. The class for confirmation is now forming and will begin to receive instruction in 19 and every Sunday afternoon and Wednesday evening thereafter. The twentieth anniversary of the church will be celebrated Sunday, January 30, at 11 o'clock. On that occasion the special speaker will be Venerable Archdeacon of the Church service, the Rev. Mr. Leach, secretary of the Church Service Commission. First Emmanuel Church The services at the First Emmanuel Church on Sunday January 9, were inspiring and attended by large crowds. Pastor Bolden at the 11 o'clock service welcomed the Kingdom of God." At the close of the service one united with the church. The Sunday School work is forging steadily ahead and they conducted the opening exercises. The classes were largely attended, and the collection good. The review of the lesson was conducted by the Rev. Hogans. Two beautiful banquets were conducted-Superintendent James Kirton. Ous banner was presented to the class by the Rev. Geo. Hinton for having raised the largest amount of money and the other banner to Miss Maggie Johnson. An excellent program was presented at the Literary Society at 4 p. m., by Miss A. Hercules. Every number was well rendered and received by the audience. Amatic recitation by Mrs. R. Gibson. The prayer and praise service was The members of the Bible class served the dinner during the day, $37.70 was the cost of trustees, proceeds from the same. On Monday night, the Rev. Mr. Carter of the Bible Society proclaimed an annual day of worship, the Word of God is Living: Hebrews 4:3.3. A donation was given to him for the work of the Society. The Bible Society will continue each night during the month of January. The public is cordially invited. St. Mark's M. E. Church Evangelistic services were held in every department of the church last Sunday at the Brooks Pound at the Morning service addressed the Men's Mass Meeting at 4 o'clock. Five hundred and twenty-six persons congregated. The funeral of Margaret Dudley followed the morning service. Miss Dudley was an able and active member of the Silver Spray Circle and the choir of the Men's Mass Meeting shesembled in a body and paid their last tributes of love and respect with resolutions and appropriate music. Special services are held every night, the day before the Rev. Mr. Brooks and good singing and fervent prayers by the congregation, assisted by the New York Female Quintet. Next Sunday will be camp meeting day, with services as follows: Early Morning Prayer Meeting, Prayer and Praise Service, 10 a.m.; Regular Service, 10 a.m.; Epworth Laundry, Evening Service. The Rev. A. Clayton Eowell will be the speaker at the Men's Miss Meeting—a joint meeting will be held with the Men's Missing Laundry, Evening Service. The Rev. A. Clayton Eowell will be the speaker at the Men's Missing Laundry, Evening Service. All men invited. Mother Zion Notes Services were largely attended at Mother Jones last Sunday. In the morning, Mrs. F. A. Cullen, pastor of the Salem M. B. Church, breached at community members and the availabie Pahome Themes, "pley and Faithine," Four portions united with the church during the day, and one infant was baptized, pastor performed marriages ceremonies between Horace F. Groce and Wilhelmia Saunders; James Fuller and Edna Jackson; also officiated at the funerals of Mrs. F. Groce and Mrs. F. Groce, Mr. Samuel Lucas. The funeral of this latter will take place from the church on Friday morning, January 31 at 10 o'clock. Thursday will lecture, January 13. Z. T. Fröderick will lecture on the life of Martin Luther, the great reformer, under the nuncipae of the Varkle Christ. Endeavor Society. Admission free. The revival meetings will begin on Sunday, January 16. Mrs. Nora Tayler, of Chicago will be the evangelist for the Digs will have charge of the music. The following changes have been ROYALL'S CAFE THE LIBYA 115 West 131st St. THE PLACE TO DINE WELL When visiting New York make it your first stop we will make it your best. Keys & Buckner PHONE 6332 MORN. made in the auxiliaries: Upon the resignation of Mrs. Estelle Lindsey as President of the Dunbag Dramatic Club, Mrs. Louise Perkins has been elected to serve in that capacity. Miss Dorothy Scott will fill the position as President of the Junior Christian Endeavor Society in the absence of Miss Gladys Lewis. In the reorganization of the Messenger Club, Mrs. Bertha Ryland has been made president, Mrs. Louise Gwathamy will be made President of the new auxiliary to be formed. PHILIP J. ALSTON'S FUNERAL (continued from page one) N. E. Livingstone Association. The minister's text was from Proverbs 18:24. Interment was at Woodlawn cemetery, Everett, and the funeral arrangements were in charge of Basil F. Hutchins, undertaker. The pallbearers were Dr. C. N. Garland, Dr. Alexander Cox, Wm. C. Lovett, Chas. L. Smith, William L. Reed, L. S. Terry and G. Ransom. Leder, and wertings were many and beautiful, and wertings by the following friends and organizations: Mr. nd Mrs. Frederick Bradbury, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Lewis, Livingston College Association, From the Widow, Lewis S. Terry and family and the Misses Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Smith and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hall and family, Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Ridley, Mr. and Mrs. Page L. Brooks Horace Gray Sr., and Miss Alice D. Gray, Employees Potter Drug and Chemical Corporation, A. M. E. Zion Sunday School, Progress Club of Roberd Gould Shaw House, Samuel E. Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Smith and family, Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Dixon, Miss Cora V. Reed, r. an Drs. John L. Leary, Robert Gould Shaw House, Mr. and Mrs Wm P. Ford, Mrs. Rachael Williams and daughter, Dr. and Mrs C. N. Garland, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. L. Hamilton, Cattica Club, Royal Jrs. and Miss Ruth Tucker, Mrs. James E. Jordan and Miss Bessie Jordan Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Tucker, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. L. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. Lewis E. Pasco, Mr. and Mrs. W. B Gould, Jr. Directors of Eureka Bank. Mr. B. Gould, Jr. J. Henderson and John D. Alston. Mr. and Mrs W. E. Elmore and family; The Rev. Scott C Burrell of Richmond, Va. Y. P. S C E. of A. M. E. Zion Chitch. Mr. and Mrs W. W. Sampson. Boys and Girls Wake Up? Dr. Booker T. Washington's Picture salts on sight. More than 10,000 have been sold by other boys and girls. This is your chance to make big money during the vacation period. Big commissions paid to agents. For further information and territory, write at once to A. R. 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Steam hea- d and all improvements. Benj. F. Thomas, Prop., phone 999 Circle. Dec.1,1915-1 yr. WE DO... Job Printing SUPERIOR TO CDPAIBA & INJECTIONS SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY RELIEVES ALL HOURS THRILLS AT THE LAFAYETTE THEATRE A LONG STEP FORWARD. A T the Lafayette Theatre this week the Anita Bush Stock Company is appearing in what is probably the most ambitious as well as the most meritorious dramatic production ever presented by a cast made up entirely of colored actors. While I know this is a broad statement and at once challenges the incredulity of the skeptic, yet I repeat, with apologies for tautology, that in the condensed version of "The Octo-oon" the Anita Bush Stock Company is appearing in what is probably the most ambitious as well as the most meritorious dramatic production ever presented by a cast made up entirely of colored actors. There are a number of things in this dramatic offering to command one's favorable attention, but what was most intensely interesting to me was the fine sense of art shown by the actors in their make up. For years the colored performer has been sadly declaring: "Our field is limited; our color permits us to appear on the stage as Negroes only, maybe now and then a Chinaman. But the white performers, with all their great opportunities, are not satisfied with playing white characters; they are now imitating colored people on such a wholesale scale that with but one or two exceptions, the most prominent black face artists before the public to-day are white performers." And this declaration has been true in every respect. But as I scrutinized the characters in "The Octoroon" Monday I became convinced that it is as possible for colored performers to make up as white people as it is for white performers to make up as colored people. Take, for instance, the role of Jacob McClosky, played by Charles H. Gilpin. His appearance suggesting that of a colored man posing as an owner of slaves and an overseer would unwittingly envelop the piece in an atmosphere of inconsistency, thereby robbing it of force and realism. But Mr. Gilpin, although his skin is brown in color, so cleverly makes up that he resists the slave owner of days gone by to a remarkable degree, investing the type with a certain distinction even though he is the villain and plays an unpopular role. The best compliment to the members of the cast for the fine art displayed in making up is paid by their friends, who at first are unable to determine who is who. There is Andrew Bishop, who, as War-No-Tee, a lazy Indian, looks the part and acts the part. Anita Bush, as an octoctoro, is convincing, and easily wins the sympathies of the audience, which does not hesitate to vigorously applaud many of her utterances. After seeing Mrs. Charles H. Anlerson play the part of Dora Sunshine, many would be reluctant to believe that she had never spoken a line over the footlights until last Monday. Mrs Anderson has one of the principal roles in "The Octooon," and yet she she shows a naturalness and grace that would do credit to an actress of some experience And it is doubtful that the original portrayer of the role of Dora Sunshine was as pretty a "Southern belle" as Mrs. Anderson. The Anita Bush Stock Company is fortunate in securing the services of J Francis Mores, whose ability as a character actor is well known in various sections of the country. As Pete, an old body servant, he has a difficult role to essay, which he does most creditably Mr. Mores makes an ideal Pete and his lines are put over with intelligence and force. Carlotta Freeman, as Mrs. Peyton, is sympathetic and appealing. She does not overdo her part, which easily could be done "Dooley" Wilson is becoming a versatile actor, and as George Peyton, a nephew of Mrs. Peyton who is in love with Zoe, he faithfully depicts the part of a young Northerner without color prejudice, a man of his own mind and convictions and a gentleman of principle. Miss Dennie George as Minnie, and Tennis Pinn as Jasper, favorably impress in their minor parts. Just as strict attention is paid by the members of the cast to their make up, so is unusual consideration given to the scenery and costumes, especially provided for the occasion. Years ago this thoroughly American play, "The Octoroon," written by Dion Boucicault, furnished food for angry discussion, and although the playwright drew typical Northern and Southern characters, so pungent was his delineation of Southern life that the ire of the Southerners was aroused. It was the truth that hurt. In condensing "The Octoroon" for the Anta Bush Stock Company, Louis Hallet, who produces the sketches for the dramatic organization, has reconstructed the piece to run a little over an hour, although presented in four acts. To the credit of Mr Hal- SAM LUCAS' THEATRICAL CAREER WRITTEN BY HIMSELF IN 1909. PROGRAM AT 8.45 O'CLOCK TICKETS 50 AND 25 CENTS Scaa may be requested by Supervisor, Supervisor, and 6 West 131st Street, or Phone 909 Hasten THE STREET COPIES JOHN POWELL and ROBERT BUNKE with "In Old Kentucky" at the Lexington Theatre next week. Sam Lucas, who died this week, wrote the following sketch of his life for TUg Ack in 1999, while a member of Cole & Johnson's Red Moon Company: I have been asked by the dramatic editor of The Age to explain why I am bailed the dean of the colored theatrical profession I presume it is due to my long career on the stage, which began nearly thirty-six years ago. Possibly a sketch of my career make me think of the triumph of the dean of the colored theatrical profession" is applied to me. I was born in Washington, Fayette County, August 7, 1848, of poor but colored parents, who were formerly slaves belonging to Samuel Cockrell of Romney, Hampshire County, Va., after whom I was named. During childhood I attended school to live in a farmhouse, to work in a farmhand, which was my occupation until nineteen years old. I then went to Cincinnati, Ohio, and became a barber. It was while a "knight of the razor" that my early taste for music developed. I first attracted attention while connected with Hamilton's celebrated Colored Quadrille Band as guitarist and lyricist in 1869. I attended school for a few months, but it was not long before I went to St. Louis, Mo., where I made my initial appearance as a ministrel performer with Lew Johnson's Plantation Minstrels as middle man and balladist. In about three weeks the minstrel company disbanded and I was left "out in the cold"; but it was not long before I married the minstrel to Hammison's Minstrel Company as general performer, where I made a hit in the original role of "Hungry Jake." In 1871 I returned to St. Louis and again joined the Low Johnson Company. This time the company remained on the road one year, when I returned to New York on July 4, 1873. I became a member of the Original Georgia Minstrels a ballad singer and general business performer. My first act to gain prominence was the Vegetable Peddler," the first minstrel business enjoyed by the "Original Georgia Minstrels" throughout the West and South was such that similar minstrel companies were formed. The organization was brought to New York City, where it did a big business. Then I joined the Heyer Sisters in thémical comedy "Out of Bondage"—which was the first musical show ever put on by a colored theatrical organization. The show was in two acts and six characters. It was in the role of "Missima Henry" that I scored my first big hit. Upon leaving the Hyer Sisters I joined the ranks of the varieyt aristas, and having the distinction of being the first colored man to appear in what is now known as vaudeville as a legitimate variety performer. My work consisted of comic and motto songs, monologue and dancing. At Ben Vallard Valentine I played week as the principal drawing card to record-breaking business. Subsequently I was starred in a blood-and-thunder play entitled "The Black Diamonds of Molly McGuilres," but the show lasted but four weeks. My ap- SECOND AMERICAN HELEN HAGA in RECIP THE MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLER Thursday Evening, Supported by J. Rosamond Johnson, Bass Miss Ethel Richardson, Acco PROGRAM AT 8:45 O'CLOCK Seats may be reserved by mail—Adds 4 and 6 West 131st Street let it might be said that much of the dialogue used is new, and he has injected a number of broad-minded views on the race question that win instant favor with the colored patrons, who exince their approval by hearty applause. "The Octoberoon" in its condensed form, is full of thrillers, ably acted and elaborately staged. It presentation at the Lafayette Theatre this week is significant; for it denotes that the col- pearance in this show, surrounded by a white cast, marked the first time of a Negro starring in melodrama. I was secured to play the part of Uncle Tom in the G. H. Smith's Double Uncle Tom's Cain Man's second role, the first great man to fill the role, Harriet Beecher Stowe witnessed a production of the piece and afterward wrote me a letter stating that my conception of the character of "Uncle Tom" was better than any she had even seen, remained with the company, 1858. After leaving the Uncle Tom's Cain Man Company I headed the Boston Stock Company with a white cast at the Boston Theatre, Boston, Mass., and for four weeks we played to crowded houses. In the early 80s I was put out in the first colored drama by Pauline Hopkins called "The Underground Man," where the piece faced for a time was not propitious for producing such a play. Later I found my way to Boston, where I remained until 1899, working alone. I was finally engaged by the Bergen Concert Party, in which organization I met Miss Carrie Melyville of P.R. University, a brief courtship. We formed a musical act and appeared jointly in vaudeville, playing all the principal variety halls. It was during that time I conceived the idea of producing a Creole show, and sought to interest several colored men with money in the project, but there was not one who well enough of it to take a chance. It was at the Olympic Theatre, Denver, Col., where we played for nine months that I met and talked with Sam T. Jack and told him of the idea I had for a colored show. He thought I was a good idea, and organized a company headed by Mrs. Lucas and me, which was known as Sam T. Jack's Creole Company. We remained with the show three years, and then went abroad, appearing in vaudeville, opening at the Oxford Theatre, London, with success, where we met for six months. We were in England six years and enjoyed success everywhere. Upon our return to America we were starred in Al G Fields' Darkest American Company, but we became dissatisfied within a few months and left the aggregation engagement was with Cole and Johnson in "A Trip to Coontown," where I played the part of Silas Green" as it had never been played before or since. The time intervening between my engagement with the Darkest America Company and the Cole and Johnson Company I am unable to recollect. For the past four seasons I have been connected with Cole and Johnson playing the part of a member of the "Board of Educating" in the son Company, playing the part of a member of the "Board of Education" in the Shoofly Regiment and of Bill Webster, the barber, in "The Red Moon," my present role. While it is quite true that I have been connected with the stage almost four times yet I have an old till "Old Man Lucas," for there is not one in the Red Moon Company who is more light-hearted or who is more youthful in his actions than yours truly. N TOUR, 1915-1916 AN, Concert Pianist TAL at MENT, 4 and 6 West 131st St. January 20, 1916 O-Cantante; Miss Reba Fairfax, Soprano; companist. TICKETS 50 AND 25 CENTS Cress J. Rosammond Johnson, Supervisor. c. or Phone 1079 Harlem oured performer has taken a long step forward in the realm of dramatic art "IN OLD KENTUCKY" "In Old Kentucky," C T Dazey's fascinating romance of the southland, which has held audiences enthralled for the past twenty-two years, is announced as next week's offering at the Lexington Theatre, Lexington avenue and 51st street. The characters in the drama are really old friends to many theatre-goers, who season after season, anxiously await the next appearance of the play, which was originally produced in 1893 at the Academy of Music and was for many years a regular visitor at that house and the American Theatre A most significant fact in connection with "In Old Kentucky," which it is estimated has been witnessed by more than 38,000,000 and has aggregated profits in excess of $3,000,000, is that it is the one play the success of which is due solely and entirely to the colored actors who have appeared in it. Although the exciting horse race wherein are shown six genuine Kentucky thoroughbreds at the thrilling finish of a free-for-all mile running race, Madge's daring swing across the chasm just in time to save her lover from death, the realistic fire scene and the timely rescue of Frank Layston's prize horse, and all the other features which are today so popular with the audience, were in the original production, the play was neither an artistic or financial success. It was not until the producers prevailed upon the author to permit them to introduce colored actors to sing, dance and perform on musical instruments, as a brass band in the barnyard scene in the second act, and continuing throughout the remainder of the play, that the public really became interested in the production. Effective with the first performance in which the pickaninners appeared, the receipts began to show an increase, and in a very short length of time the capacity of the theatre was taxed to accommodate the crowds. The increased attendance was not by any means confined exclusively to the colored people who had been attracted to see members of their own race before the footlights. Some of our most noted white men of today recall with genuine pleasure the performance as witnessed by them from a gallery seat. With the company to be seen here next week is the man who first led the pickaninny band when the pickaninnies became the predominant feature of the show. He is John M Powell, the color order band-master. In his twenty-three years of association with the play, Mr Powell estimates that he has led his band approximately 35,000 times in playing "Dixite." The band plays this piece at least once at every performance, and always once in the public concerts given in front of the theatre. Considering the times the piece has been played at rehearsals, etc., Powell believes his estimate is conservative. A dancing contest is scheduled to take place Friday night during the performance, when the pickaninnies will compete with local dancers for prizes BASKET BALL. (By WILL ANTHONY MADEN) Address all communications direct to 269 West 4th street, New York City, and have all matter in our hands by Monday night of each week in order to insure its appearance in the current issue. The big thing in basketball in Brooklyn this week is the meeting of Carlton Y. M. C. A. Seniors and the Alpha Moguls. The team that Alpha willsend against the Brooklyn boys is a pretty strong combination and contains three "Big Five" men namely Dash, Capers and Scott. There is a great deal of weight among the very best of "Big Five's" material. I understand though that the only way manager Vaughn could close a game with Alpha was to accept Alpha's line-up. Everything and everybody is awaiting the referee's whistle, that will see the Carlton Y M C A and Alpha "Mogul" machine in motion to night at Labor Lyceum, Brooklyn The Carlton's launched a successful campaign in New York last Thursday registering the seventh straight victory of the season, against the St. Mark's Catholic A C, C, the Carltonts winning 22-13 The Brooklyn champs are now ready to defend the city of churches against the invasion of the New York boys The Y M C A. a team has been unbeatable this season, but when they line-up against the Alpha's five, Dash, Mirandi, Capers, Randall and Scott, they will meet the strongest opposition they have faced this season, and one of the best that Manhattan can send across the bridge to stop the Carlton's. It should result in one of the best games of the season, with the outcome a toss-up. Alpha will rule the favorite owing to advantage in weight and experience The game has attracted wide spread interest and a record breaking crowd is expected to witness this clash between the Brooklyn and New York cracks. On last Thursday night the Carlons of Brooklyn and the St. Marks of New York hooked up in a double header, St. Marks winning the junior game by 21-18 and the Carlton (Brooklyn champs) winning the senior game by 22-13. Both games were very fast. Alpha "Big Five" ran away from Salem-Crescent in a rough, hard game on last Friday night. With Big Five about twenty points in the lead and only about six minutes more for the game, Salem-Crescent refused to play any longer thereby forfeiting the game to Alpha by the score of 2-0 Clarence Younger, formerly of Salem Crescent, refereed One of the biggest attractions in girls' basketball will be held at St. Cyprians' Gymnasium, 169 West 63rd street, New York City, on Friday evening, January 21, when the St Cyprian Girls line-up against the Excelsior Five of New Rochelle The St Cyprian Girls are credited as the champions of the East, while the New Rochelle girls sport the title of champions of New Rochelle. It ought to be a very interesting game and will undoubtedly attract a large crowd Wallace F Cooper the famous center of the word champion "Incorporators" is coach of the New York girls and all mall will reach him at 169 West 63rd street, New York City. The Delaney Rifles are about ready to make their entrance into New York and old Gotham is anxiously waiting for the night of January 14, to come in order to see this big western team in action. The Delaneys have a big reputation and great things are expected of them when they line up with the famous "Incorporators." ( On January 28, St Christopher and Hampton will fight 'it out at Manhattan Casino. The return-game will be played in Hampton, Va. on February 22, (Washington's Birthday). Last season Hampton met and defeated St. Christopher by the score of 15-10, so undoubtedly when St C. meets Hampton on the 28th of this month the Parish House boys will play with every ounce of strength to even up scores by a victory, over Hampton. The Virginia Institute boys are always good so we can expect them to give a good account of themselves Tuxedo News On January 19, the Tuxedo Lightweights will line-up against the Imperials of Orange, with determination to win. The Tuxedo boys have had secret practice under direction of a coach, who has made a change in the line-up, which is "Smithy", forward; Peterson, forward; Thomas, center; "Lovle", guard Williams, guard; Richardson, sub. guard; F. Smith, sub. forward. Because of the interference plays of "Lovle" he has been changed from forward to the position of guard. "Smithy" has good signs of a promising forward. With these changes, Mr. Thomas, the Tuxedo boy who has been manager Lee that his boy will not only give the imperials a hard battle but all other lightweight teams a hard struggle for the winning score. For games address R. Richard Lee, Manager, 376 Main street, East Orange, N. J. It will be a blood-game and the fur will fly when Alpha and St. Christopher meet on Saturday afternoon at old Manhattan Casino. The last time these two teams met was during my management of St. C's basketball division. The game on the twelfth looks like a toss-up. Alpha has a mighty big fast team and packs a lot of weight. St. Christopher also carries a good deal of weight but St. C's biggest asset is her system of coaching and the hard physical training the boys get in that little "gym" at the top of the Parish House. I happen to be in the position of knowing all about the place and if any man knows the greuling Wetzel system of coaching and training I am that man. As I have seen the Wetzel system of Christopher or Alpha in action this season, I cannot at this writing pick a winner but if the same old Wetzel system prevails then I must admit that I am inclined to somewhat favor my old clubmates. I will probably have something more definite to say later on. There will be every kind of an attraction at Manhattan Casino on Friday night, so be sure an doome early—Delaney Rifles vs. "Incorporators." Princeton, N. J.-Added interest and enthusiasm is being manifested in the basketball games of the Y. M. C. A. in that it has defeated every team played thus far. After a strenuous and hard fought game Wednesday evening, the local high school went down to defeat by a score of 25 to 23. The laurels of this game ar eto be given Captain Nelson and Higgins, who were in the top two good and played well. Galos also deserves mention. The next game scheduled is with the Tigers A. C., of Elizabeth, N. J. The St. Augustine Club of Brooklyn is still at it. These boys are preparing for a big set of games on February 9, 1916. Just who will be their opponents on that night has not been disclosed yet but as St. A always plays the best attractions nothing need be feared for an enjoyable evening. For games write to Edgar R. Gassanay, 57 Fleet street, Brooklyn, N.Y., or Room 3100, Woolworth Bldg, New York City Alpha Elects Officers. With about sixy members present, Alpha Physical Culture Club elected officers for 1916 as follows: William C Jackson, re-elected president for third term, Fred R Stevens, vice-president, R W Learing, secretary, W K Mitchell, financial secretary, succeeding Richard H Williams, Julius A Thomas, treasurer, re-elected for sixth term, M M Bravo, a term of three years on board of directors, A B Smither, re-elected to board for a term of three years. The president re-appointed Henry Wilson chairman, reception committee, A B Smith, chairman house committee, M M Bravo chairman, investigating committee, Oscar H Williams, track manager, Alpha has a promising squad of eighteen rack men Tigers Beat Royals at Yonkers. Yonkers, N. N. The Tigers scored ample revenge for previous defeats by winning from Royals in basketball Saturday evening at the Yonkers High School gymnasium in the opening game of the New Year in this city by a 44 to 6 score. The Tigers were never in danger of defeat, but continued to roll up scores, caging baskets from all points on the floor Russell, the diminutive center of the Tigers, was the star of the evening. Play in the first half was a trifle slower than in the second half and consisted almost entirely of passing with few attempts at goal shooting from the floor. After four minutes of play, Russell tossed a basket from the center of the court. Giddings followed with one the next minute. Morgan and Russell then began a rush around the floor that baffled the five Royal players, and stored six baskets and one foul goal even before the Royals could make a point. The Orange and Black machine was especially proficient in passing and teamwork. Bowser and Hamilton guarded their men well and held the Royals to 4 points in the first half. The Royals seemed to be bewildered and did much fumbling when their chances for scoring. The second half was faster and some what rougher. Giddings, the Tigers' star forward found his stride early in the battle and when he retired in favor of Francis there were 14 points to his credit. Williams replaced Hamilton at left guard and Ryerson replaced Morgan having a fine brand of basketball. About two hundred spectators watched the game and engaged in dancing after wards. On Saturday, January 15, the Tiger LAFAYETTE THEATRE 7th Avenue and 132nd Streets RETURNS TO VAUDEVILLE AND FEATURE PHOTO PLAYS CONTINUOUS FROM 1:30 TO 11 P. M. COUNTRY STORE EVERY TUESDAY, AND SATURDAY EVENINGS Prices: MATINEES 5 and 10 Centrs EVENINGS 10, 15 and 25 Centrs EXCEPT SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS LEXINGTON THEATRE LEXINGTON AVENUE AND 51st STREET One Week Com. Monday, January 17. MATINEES TUE. THUR: SAT. 1000 GOOD SEATS 25c. JOYOUS RETURN TO NEW YORK AFTER AN ABSENCE OF 10 YEARS OF C. T. DAZEY'S FASCINATING ROMANCE OF THE SOUTHLAND WITH ITS ORIGINAL AND GENUINE PICKANINNY BAND AND THRILLING HORSE RACE on the STAGE INTRODUCING 6 KENTUCKY THOROUGHBRED HORSES - 6 KENTUCKY" IT WILL BRING TEARS TO YOUR EYES, SMILES TO YOUR CHEEKS AND THROBS TO YOUR HEART GRAND BUCK AND WING DANCING CONTEST FRIDAY NIGHT, JAN. 21. THE PICKANINNIES CHALLENGE ALL COMERS. HANDSOME PRIZES TO THE WINNERS. MATINEES: 25c and 50c. NIGHTS: 25c, 50c, 75c, $1.00 Seats Selling Now. Phone Plaza 6110. E. ALDAMA JACKSON Graduate Institute of Musical Art Organist and Director of Music of St. Mark's M. E. Church TEACHER OF THEORY AND PIANO THEORY COURSE EMBRACED ELEMENTARY AND ADVANCED HARMONY AND COUNTERPOINTY. PRIVATE OR CLASS WORK © 30 WEST 132nd STREET may 13 tf NEW YORK Orange and Black machine will line up against the fast Excelsiors. In the preliminary game the Business Men's basketball team of Ossumn will play the Orientalts of New Rochelle Games start at 8:30 ELIZABETH, N. J.-The Manhattan Five of New Brunswick, N. J., defeated the Elizabeth Speed Boys Friday night on Miller's court. The Manhattants did some fast playing in the first half, with the Speed Boys right after them. Score was 22-16. The St. Augustines of Elizabeth detected the Singer Five on the St. Augustine's Court Saturday night. The game was a hard struggle from beginning to end. Score 4-13. Warden manager St. Augustines, 220 High school Elizabeth. The Elizabeth Speed Boys would like to challenge teams weighing about 140 and up. J. Lloyd, manager, 311 First avenue, Roselle, N. J. Music School Settlement Notes Harry T. Burleigh and Charles Safford will give a joint recital at the school on Sunday afternoon January 15 at 8:00 p.m. All are requested to come early. Henry L. and Constance Gideon were interesting and artistic in "Songs of the Day," a day. Their program embraced songs of infancy, of joy and humor, of faith and meditation, of prayer and promise, told in the music of the Jewish people. Notices for the week are as usual. The M. S. M. Five met and defeated the Boy Scout Five again by a score of 33 to 16 on last Saturday afternoon. The S. Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society will be performing a quintet" reception on Thursday night, January 13. All the members and their friends are expected to attend and enjoy themselves in songs, music and refreshments. The society is rehearsing Elijah every Saturday night. Free lessons in sight-singing also given. Don't forget to secure your tickets for the Helen Hagan piano recital on ```markdown ``` Thursday evening January 20. Miss Hagan received the degree of "Mus. Hagan" at the same time winning the Samuel Simon Fellowship, providing for foreign study. While in Paris, France, she studied with Blanch Silva and Vincent Dlindy the eminent French composer, and graduated from the Schola Cantorum at Paris in 1914. Musson may be supposed by his brother Richardson, m. B. Fairfax, and Mr. Johnson. The program will begin at 8:45 p.m. Mr. Burleigh and Mr. Safford will positively appear in recital of song at the school on Sunday afternoon Jan- 26 at 10 a.m. and will not miss it. Admission only ten cents. WESTFIELD N I WESTFIELD, N. J—The Rev. W. Carrier spoke at St. Luke's A. M. E. Zion Church January 9. a. m The Rev. J. J. Adams, pastor, officiated in the evening. The Rev. G. W. Hamlett, of St. John's Baptist Church, has recovered from a three weeks' illness. The Rev. W. J. Smith of Bethel Baptist Church officiated at the opening of a revival January 9. Mr Edward Seaton, Plainfield avenue, is recovering from an attack of la gripe. Miss Bessie Henderson and sister of Jerusalemal Road, are on the sick list. Little Arthur Felds, Plainfield avenue, is on the sick list. Dr Brock, agraduate of the University of Pennsylvania, and laterly of Mercy Hospital of Philadelphia, has located here and opened an office, West Broad street GET THE AGE from David Talbot, Jr. Westfield, N. J Mrs Houston of Plainfield is critically ill. The home of Mrs Lovell, Plainfield avenue, was the scene on January 5 of a delightful party given by her daughter Mrs. Martha Lovell Dancing was the feature of the evening. Those present were Misses Martha Lovell, Ida Manning, Ruth Harrison, Daisy Wilson, V. Ja Robinson and Eliza Berker; Measur Clyde Lovell, Charles Ross E. Berry W. Berry, L. Dietz, Alex Taylor, Thomson and E. Keiths. Mrs. Love is indposed. SOMERVILLE N I Somerville, N J—Miss Lillian Pleison and Miss Adole Schenck were guests of Miss Beatrice Peterson on New Year's Day Mrs. Edith and daughters were visiting Mrs. Cook of Perth Amboy over the holidays Miss Myrtle Hueston and Mrs Marie Hueston were guests of Mrs Joe Slocum of New Brunswick New Year's. Duke's Park, which has been closed for several months, is now opened by the public. Auto accommodations may be be at Hoffman's Livery Stable, 10 Grow Street. Mrs Charles Johnson has return from Cambridge. Miss Emma Madison entertains the Young Ladies' Amusement Club Monday evening. The Rev W D Robeson preach Sunday evening from Jer 8: 6. Subject: "What Have I Done?" superintendent has a Sunday school campaign this week. Miss E. T Beams has returned in visiting her parents in Baltimore, I. If so, read the following unusual and bona fide offers made by The New York Age. FREE EAGLE SAFETY RAZOR SET EAGLE JUNIOR MAJOR C. 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Jordan's service as secretary. On Sunday, February 13, Dr Jordan will have served this department for twenty years Hot Springs, Va—Mrs Susan Ross received a telegram Friday, stating that her mother was seriously ill at her home near Fincastle, Va Mrs Ross went home Sunday Mrs C B Callahan is visiting in Washington and Philadelphia. N F Berry and M. H. Spurlock are spending their vacation with other families in Lynchburg, Va. A C Burrell has gone to his home in Scottsville, Va for a much needed rest Wallace Hughes left last week for Palm Beach, Fla. A J Stephenson is off on his vacation Mr and Mrs Jack Curry have returned after a month's visit to Washington D. C. A C Logan of Washington, D C. is here After a pleasant visit to New York and Philadelphia, James Dozler is here for the winter R R. Hudson has returned from a visit to Chase City, and C. W. Burrell from Eagle Rock, Va. Miss Eloise Marshall of Eagle Rock, spent part of the holidays with the Halliburton's, near Healing Springs, Va. J L. Halliburton is teaching a public school at Eagle Rock, Va Washington D. ( - Officers of the newly organized Howard University Alumni Association of the District of Columbia were elected at the second Example 2 ```markdown ``` Demountable, light weight, corrugated, separable, plexel-plated case. Having that unique faculty of keeping hot things hot 24 hours or cold things cold three days, supplies hot or cold beverages at home or abroad without the bother of preparation It follows the nurse to the sick room to palliate the suffering of the afflicted and lighten the nurse's work. It furnishes the man a field, the workman, the school child, with liquid refreshment to quench the thirst and steaming hot vials to appease the hunger. A real boon to humanity PHILADELPHIA. PA PHILADELPHIA. PA. A complimentary benefit was tendered Hines, Needham Esq., Grand Secretary, U. of O. by the Odd Fellows of this city. Thursday evening, January 13 at Musical Fund Hall Members of the sub-committee of management were special guests. It was one of the auspicious events of the season. Sickness, principally gripe, has made such inroads upon the regular and substitute teaching force of the Negro schools of this city that it has become necessary to secure extra teachers to take care of the classes. The Public Waiters Beneficial Association elected the following officers for the ensuing year Nathan G. Nutter, president, Raymond Bertie, vice-president; Lewis McKell, financial secretary; Charles C. America, treasurer, E. C Johnson, recording secretary; Daniel Oliver, corresponding secretary; Dr W. H Barnes, medical examiner, George Page, marshall, Adam Laitamore, chaplain; Willis Keen, librarian. Mrs. Mamie Saunders Patterson is organizing a girls choir at the first African Presbyterian Church, the Rev John W Lee, pastor. The sacred concert at the Priscilla White Home on Sunday was largely attended. W. Basil Webb, has been appointed messenger to Mayor Thomas B. Smith, making 16 years successively that he has filled this position. Mrs. Eva L. Johnson has been elected superintendent of Allen A M P intermediate department Sunday school for 1916. Miss Virgil Alexander, delivered an eulogy on Booker T. Washington at the memorial exercises at the William Penn High School for Girls, where nineteenth of the attendance is white. The Lunar Directors Association, Joseph Seth, Sr., president, gives a reception at Castle Hall on next Tuesday evening, January 18. Miss Jean McCard, a teacher at the Joseph E. Hill school Germantown has All useful articles of unquestionable value. An Eagle Safety Razor Set, with 1 new yearly subscription of The New York Age. The International Special Self-Pronouncing Bible, with 2 new yearly subscriptions or with the renewal of 1 yearly subscription and 1 new yearly subscription of The New York Age. An Icy-Hot Bottle, with 3 new yearly subscriptions or with the renewal of 1 yearly subscription and 2 new yearly subscriptions of The New York Age. A Supertone Talking Machine, with 10 new yearly subscriptions or with the renewal of 1 yearly subscription and 9 new yearly subscriptions of The New York Age. The subscription price of The New York Age during this remarkable campaign will positively remain the same-$1.50 yearly. 247 WEST 46th ST. ```markdown ``` HOT SPRINGS. VA WASHINGTON. D. C. FOR 60 DAYS ONLY! Do you want a Phonograph, Price these articles in the stores and ascertain their value and selling price. Address all requests accompanied by money order to meeting of the association, Saturday night in the library hall, at Howard campus. Dr S S Thompson was elected president. Dr D E Wiseman, tars vice president Dr D E Scott, second vice president Mrs O M Adams third vice president J I Nelson fourth vice president Prof I W Turner, sixth vice president James Carter sixth vice president Miss I I Eamon seventh vice president A S Pinkett secretary Prof George W Hines and I W Turner assistant secretary Mr Alma G Scott, treasurer Numa P Adams, financial secretary Dr W I Smith secretary at arms The Roy J W Graves was elected chairman of the campaign committee of the Blaine Invincible Republican Club The chairman will map out his plans for handling the situation in the next few weeks BRADDOCK, PA Braddock, Pa—Mr and Mrs Ben Jackson, 530 6th Street, entertained at dinner Sunday Mrs. Virginia Dickson, Pitcairn Street, Mrs. H Grave, Mrs Freeman and company, of East End, Pittsburgh, and Mrs John Jackson, of Rankin, Pa Master Hurman and Miss Viola Jackson were the guests of Master Eugene and Miss Dorothy Jackson, Sixth Street, last Sunday Eugene and Dorothy were guests of Miss Corine Blann, of W Braddock, to dinner Sunday. Lenord Heines, of Pine Way, died Wednesday at the Braddock General Hospital He was sick five days Mr Thalious Morton, 598 Stokes Avenue, is sick and confined to his bed with La Gripe SCRANTON, PA. SCRANTON, PA - Miss Helen Johnson and Elwood Smith of Wilkes Barre were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. A Patterson and sons Sunday evening Mrs G W. Brown is expected to be discharged from Evan's Private Hospital Monday J A Carter has accepted a position in Wilkes Barre, Pa Mr Marshall Sr after suffering from a severe cold is able to resume his work Mr and Mrs Cunningham are receiving felicitations over a son Mrs B Giles is continued to the hospital Mr and Mrs Jenkins entertained Mr Jenkins and Miss Helen Johnson last Friday evening of Wilkes Barre Elsie Tunker was also a guest Apartments of 4 newly renovated rooms, tubs, gas and closet Rent. $14 to $16 APARTMENTS TO LET APARTMENTS TO LET 173 W 133RD ST -6 rooms, bath, improvements 14 W 133RD ST 6 rooms and bath 66 W 138TH ST 4 rooms and bath 37 W 132ND ST -5 rooms, halls and bath heated 111', W 138TH ST 6 rooms, bath, steam, hot water CIRCULATION DEPT. Shiloh Baptist Church is holding a revival Bethel A M F Church, the Rev. G Williams, pastor is arranging for several church entertainments PATTERSON, LA PATTERSON, LA Saturday night January 1 under the auspices of the Patterson Ministerial Board of Alliance, a meeting was held at New Salem Baptist Church to commemorate the Immanation Proclamation. An appropriate program was rendered At 7:30 p.m. on J. H. Murry acting master of ceremonies called the meeting to order and introduced William Montgomery who smoked the divine invocation. A song was rendered by the New Salem choir. Other numbers were as follows script: BEST FLATS IN HARLEM 260 West 124th St. 5 and 6 large, light, elegant rooms, both range and boiler, moderate rent. For respectable colored tenants. 329 West Apartments of 4 newly renovated ro NEW YORK CITY ture reading Rev I D Williams, sang St Luke Choir, Mrs Mary E. Lewis read the Emancipation Proclamation, song, "Free at Last," by the Zion A M E. Choir, address, "The Real Ac complishments of the Race from Slavery to Date" by Prof R S Grossley, solo, Miss C Shackelford, address, "The Needs for Greater Developments of the Race the Rev J W Cooper selec tion rendered by the Good Hope Choir enamulation session preahed by the Rev J C Robbelle Jonckheaton by the Rev J M Payne Earl Raymond is home again after spending several weeks in New Orleans with relatives and friends Mrs Inez Verdun and Mrs Tessu Verdun two sisters of Verdunville were the guests last week of Mrs Hous For Sale! 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Herbert Mohoney, a student of Patterson High School, received several APARTMENTS TO LET 57 W 98TH ST - 5 rooms and bath, steam heat $28. 2232 Fifth Avenue, 5 rooms Rents, $14 and $15 Halls all newly renovated. 171 West 133rd Street, 5 rooms and bath Rents, $18 and $20 435 West 35th Street, 4 rooms Rents, $18 to $20 2210 Fifth Avenue, 5 rooms with steam and hot water $23.00 Private House to Lot. 22 West 133rd Street Rent, $65 APPLY TO JANITOR ON PREMISES OR NAIL & PARKER, Agents Phone 7682-3 Morning 145 West 135th Street. Apartments, 3 large, light rooms, gas, wash-tubs, letter-boxes and electric bells have been newly installed. These are well kept houses for respectable colored tenants only. Apply to Oct.24-3mo. JANITORS on premises. $09-311 East'97th St, 4 large, light rooms, 2 families on a floor. $10. 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Russell of Utica, M. X. are visitors in the city. Big, Country Stars at Lafayette Theatre Tuesday and Saturday evenings. Miss Gertrude Ryan of Washington, D.C. is in New York on a protracted wait. Mrs. Cora Jackson of Elizabeth, N. J., visited friends in this city last Sunday. The H. S. and S. W. Ladies Auxiliary entertainment was a financial success. Miss Venie Grimes, who spent the holidays with friends in the city, has returned to her home in Utica, N. Y. Persons wishing books by colored authors may apply to Yeung's Book Exchange, 135 West 135th Street, Y. Y., City, "The Book Sellers of Harlem." Miss Mamie Riggs of Washington, D. C. is on her vacation, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. L. D. Albert, West 180th street. Margaret Dudley, 145 West 51st street who had been ill since July died January 5, and was buried from St. Mark's Church last Sunday. William Martin of this city was guest of Mrs. Florence Jackson of Bishamton last Monday where he stopped enroute to Denver, Col. Karie D. Smith, of Summerville, S. C., after spending eight months in this city at the home of Mrs. A. T. Seaton, 25 West 132d street, returned home. The Rev. R. R. Wright, Jr. of Philadelphia, Pa., editor of the Christian Recorder will address the Allen C. E. League, Sunday evening at 6 p.m. Attention! For real Human Hair, which is guaranteed to stand combing, call or write to Madam Baum, 486 Eighth Avenue, City. J. E. Schmidt begs to thank the Benevolent W. I. Association and his friends for their remembrance of his eighteenth birthday anniversary on January 4, 1916. District Grand Master, D. W. Brown left the city Monday for the January meeting of Sub Committee of the O. F., which universities at headquarters in Philadelphia. Miss Marie Carter has returned to the city at 420 West 52d street, after spending her vacation with her mother, Mrs. M. Carter of Holliswood Hall, Hollis, Long Island. Miss Irina Lee Parker 36 West 133d street was invited to Harry K. Phillips 320 West 133d street, January 27, Mark's parish house, 237 West 53d street, Present were Miss Dorothy Parker and John E. Dunn. John Hendrickson, 210 West 62d street died January 7, and was buried from St. Mark's Church last Tuesday. A wife and three weeks old child survived. He was a member of St. Mark's choir and was slick six months. Mme. Selika is connected with the Martin-Smith School, situated at 139 West 138th Street, where she will instruct in voice culture. Maceo arrivals: Mr. and Mrs. B. Dickerson, Pelham, N. Y.; M. and Mrs. A. H. Roman, Pennsylvania; W. H. Brown, Hudson, N. Y.; Geo. Z. Potts, Hershburg, N. Y.; John Burlington, V. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. Payne, N. Y.; M. Y.; Mr. and Mrs. C. Brown, Long Branch, N. J. Lewis Whittington, 6 West 132d street, who was run down several weeks ago by an automobile bus, died in Knickelbocker Hospital and was taken to his former home on Thursday, January 6. The Rev. F. A. Cullen, with the family, accompanied the body. The Rev. L. G Jordan of Philadelphia, corresponding secretary of the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention was in the city Wednesday and went down to Garden City, N. Y., where he met the Rev. J. W. Rankin secretary of missions of the A. M. F. Church to attend a missionary meeting. Miss Carriehel Cole has been appointed to teach physical training in the public schools of Washington, D.C. For this reason she will not be able to resume her work in an administrative training in Atlanta, Ga. Miss Cole spent the holidays with her sister, Mrs Dora Cole Norman, and left the city January 4 for Washington. She is stopping with Professor and Mrs. Alonzo Brown, 403 Tea street, N.W. Mrs. Susie Roberts of Newport R. I who has been visiting relatives and friends in New York and Philadelphia, Pa. spent a few days with her friend, Miss A E Brown, 14 West 63d street. Misses Cordle and Nora Richardson of Red Bank N. J were also invited. They were entertained at dinner Sunday by District grand master and Mrs. Brennan. We were Mrs. Briar Aattle B Dobson and Alonio A. Rueves Mr. and Mrs Isiah Waters, 800 Park avenue, aunt and uncle of James and Clemus Harrod and Mrs Aurelia Johnson gave a reception Saturday evening, January 1, to friends. An excellent Southern dinner was served including the delicacies of the season. Among those present were the Massachusetts Baptist Church, Mr and Mrs James Harrod, Mr, and Mrs Charles Johnson, Mr and Mrs. Brook, Mr and Mrs. J. P Johnson, Mr and Mrs Charles Brancio, Mrs. V. R. Dottin, Miss Eula Hubbs, Mrs Sussie Rice, Mrs. Ora Bailey, Miss Hannah Jackson, Mrs Miss Ollia Bowena, Miss Evelyn Lawrence, Miss Mantie Carrington, Ralph Barker, Clarence Fragier, Clemus Harrod, Joseph Purvis, Wilson Waters, Arthur Jarves and Clarence Steward Abysinian Baptist Church Great crowds taxed the church to its seating capacity at both services Sunday. The Rev. A. Clayton Powell preached in the morning and the Rev. John C. Love of Montchair, N. J., in the evening, two congregations, twelve joined the church, and seven were baptized during the day. The offering was $178.00, $15.36 of this amount were donated to the proposed Northern Baptist University which will be located soon at Rahway, N. J. The Rev Mr. Powell will preach at both services next Sunday. A spiritual campaign will begin at the Abyssinian Church February 23. The Mount Olivet and Union Baptist Church will unite with the Abyssinian in this effect. At least a week's service will be held at each church. More than half of the congregation will be assisted by one hundred and fifty personal workers and a chorus of one hundred and fifty voices. Full of human interest, recounting the Life History of a man who rose as Leading Educator. Inspiration in every line. Every man, woman and child should read it. The book is a large octave volume of 350 pages, including superb and striking impressive engravings. Price Postpaid, $1.25. Pictures 16x20. Dr. Washington... The Colored Troops. Onward. The Colored Boy and Sheafs. 25c. each, 12 for $1.50, post cards. Major R. Moton, Dr. Washington and others. Beautiful Negro Cards 100 for 60c.; 15 samples 10c. All goods postpaid. Good Sellers For Agents. J. GRIFITH ART, 458 W, 57th 8t, N, Y. MUSICAL OF THE AFRICAN REDEMPTION SOCIETY The African Redemption Society, an organization composed of prominent and talented women who are directing their merges to the cause and uplift of Africa, held its annual musicale Friday evening, January 7, 1916, at the residence of Bishop Alexander Walters. The program of the evening was one of the most eventful in the history of this unique organization, and in addition to the discussion of plans which the organization hopes to adopt in furtherance of its work, there were rendered musical numbers featuring 18th century music, the period at which musical art reached its highest point of excellence. Before the musical program was presented, Mrs. Lelia alters, president of the organization, made a brief address of welcome to the patrons and strangers and outlined in a clear manner the detrime work the organization had before a She then presented Mme L. Leacht Howard Logue musical directress of the organization, who opened the program by reading a historical sketch of 18th century music. The sketch showed a fine and discriminating research of the music of that period. The program was as follows Overture (Rosslini), Mimes. E A Johnson and N. Pierre Solo, Drink to Me Only With Thine Eyes (Mozart), Carl Boxil, tenor of the selected Mimes. J Berry and A Harper. Solo, (a) Holy Night (Haydn), (b) How Can I Leave Thee? (Volkslied), William L. Offord, baritone. Solo, Old English Songs. J. Rosmond, Johnson, accompanied by Miss M. Barmum advanced pupil of Music Schoolen School. Solo, O Tone that Telleth Good Tidings to Zion (Handel), Mrs Daisy Tapley. Solo, (a) Das Vieches (Mozart). (b) Tandis que taut Sommeille (Grot), Mme. Elizabeth Howard Logue, accompanied by Prof. H. Moons, of Music Schoolen. Piano solo, Selected, Miss Mamie Prince. The parlor were beautifully decorated and among the decorations was a large Liberian flag which at one time floated over the Executive Mansion at Monrovia, Liberia. Among the throng of guests were men and women who are prominent in the professional and musical life of the race. There were persons present from Holland, Haiti and Switzerland. At the conclusion of the program I shop Walters made an address in which he urged the organization to become more definite in its work in the uplift of Africa. He suggested that the organization direct its energy to liberia, where the problem is acute and grave. He further said that the organization could do no inner thing than establish an industrial school at Mt. Coffee, on the St Paul River where we have 1500 acres of land. This suggestion met with hearty approval. He said such a school would train the natives to develop the land which is now going to waste. Prof Moens of Holland also spoke. He said he was impressed with the work of the organization and got a fine idea of the higher side of Negro life from the marked degree of culture exhibited by the audience. Dr Cabcelle brought greetings from Hattu, his native land. Bishop Walters asked for the annual subscriptions, and about $100 were realized, with many pledges to be paid later. The organization last year turned over to the Zion connection about $75 for the work of the missionary endeavor of the church. A superb collation was served Salem M. E. Church The revival and month of prayer at Salon M. E. Church has been most successful several persons being converted. Many joined the church The Rev F. A. Cullen, pastor preached morning and evening and in the afternoon filled the pulpit of Mother Zion A. M. E. Church, the Rev J W Brown, pastor The Rev Geo W Allen made the opening prayer the church continue through the month of January. At the leucum at 4 p.m. the Rev E G Clifton rector of St. David's P E Church preached to a large number of young people At 6.30. D W. Thorpe was in charge of the Epworth League Next Sunday at the leucum the Rev H. Arthur Brooks of St Paul Baptist Church will preach Mount Olivet Baptist Church The pastor, the Rev W. P. Layes, being indiposed Sunday, one of the laecintile ministers, the Rev R. H Sinclair, delivered the sermon at the morning service from the text, Ezekiel 37 3. After the morning service the pastor officiated at the funeral service of J. H Briggs. Mr. Briggs was a member of Harriet Martineau Lodge. 2562, G U of O F, and of P. G M. Council No 1. Interment was in Cypress Hill Complex. On program at the B Y P H. was in charge of Mrs. Florence J Holmes assisted by Mine Dubs Tainley. Under their supervision the sacred canuta, "Ruth" was rendered to a lore and annotated the audience by a chorus of mixed voices. At the evening service the Rev R (PORMERLY A. & M. COLLEGE) GREENSBORO, N. C. For the Colored Race. Maintained by the governments of the United States and of North Carolina. Open all the year round. For males only. The strong departments - Academic, Agricultural and Mechanical. Night School for all. Wet equipped Trade School. Advance courses lending to the Degrees of Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Bachelor of Science in Mechanics. Board. Writing tuition $8.00 per tuition. Fall term begins September 1, 1915. Write for catalogue or free tuition. 9:00-14:00 JAMES B. DUDLEY. Broadway. GreenSBORO, N. C. JAMES B. DUDLEY, President, Greensboro, N. C. R. Wilson delivered sermon after which the Lord's Supper was administered and the hand of fellowship extended to those recently joining the church. At the annual corporation meeting he met with John Johnson and J. H. Johnson were elected to succeed D. C. Moon and Charles Minkree. John D. Younger was re-elected. Tuesday evening, Miss Nannie H. Burroughs of the National Training School, Lincoln Heights, D. C. delivered an enthusiastic audience. The Union Revival in which Mount Olivet, Union and Abyssinian Churches will take part will begin at the Abyssinian Church, February 23. BROOKLYN NOTES Mrs. Blanch Wade Wright, Dean street, underwent an operation in the hospital last Tuesday. Mrs. Freddie Brooks, sister of Mrs. L. H. White, 18 Schoenectady avenue, who is in Chirst Hospital, Jersey City, is steadily improving. MME. C. J. HAMLIN 400 Vanderbilt avenue, Telephone 748 W. Prospect. Open evenings. Mme. C. J. Walker's System. Results guaranteed. Mall orders promptly filled. May-8mos. The flower club of Bridge' Street A. M. E. Church met on Tuesday evening, January 4, at the residence of Mrs. J. Bryant, 84 Putnam avenue. Business of the club was conducted in order. Plans and arrangements were used to assist Mrs. Bryant the president is indisposed but hopes to be out soon. The club extends to all the members a happy and successful new year. Twelve teachers of the primary department of the Concord Baptist Sunday School presented their superintendent, Mrs F. Sylvia B Harris, with a unique token of friendship, a hand-some gold linked bracelet, each link inscribed with the initial of the given presentation was made by Mrs L. L Winters, Mrs A. B. Scott, Mrs E. Jones, Miss W G Moss, Miss A Mayo, Miss G Hurdy, Miss F Henderson, Miss G Glaze, Miss D Dixon, Mrs A Thompson, A. J Vankuren and C Mayo. One of the most delightful social affairs of the season was the whist party avenue, Saturday, January 8 to Clash and friend. The party was war Mrs T T Fortune, Mrs C Mrs Mars, Mrs Chas Moore, Mrs George Wiben, Mrs Chas Lansing, Mrs Walter Warren, Mrs Wm Greene, Mrs John Dias, Mrs Sims Willis, Mrs M Holbrook, Miss Lena Jackson, Miss Mena Downing, Mrs Wm Smith, Jr., Mrs Harmon Reed, Mrs Rob L Cooper. ALEX. DIXON, JERSEY CITY, DEAD ALEX DIXON, JERSEY CITY, DEAD JACKIE ALEXANDRA Dixon, beloved husband of Emma Dixon, beloved husband of Emman Fleming). 41 Webster avenue, dived very suddenly on December 22, 1915, at 2.30 p.m., following a stroke of apoplexy BRIAN ALEXANDRA Dixon, junior Baptist Church on Sunday, December 26, at 1.30 p.m. Interment in family plot at Evergreen cemetery. A loving wife, one brother, two sisters, three brothers, and a host of friends mourn his loss. BENJ. JOHNSON OF PETERSBURG, DEAD. Petersburg, Va.—Quite a large number of sympathizing friends paid fitting, but much tribute of respect to the memory of his death at Harrison Street Baptist Church, of which he was a faithful member. Deceased was for a number of years a member of the Harrison Street Baptist Church, by faith the illness intact and affectionate to the discharge of his duties, he saw and assisted the confidence of a number of his friends who stood by his side and presented at the funeral. The R.C.R.W. Gordon his former pastor exhibited the admiration and fitting service. He was a member of the funeral and the deceased. He was of that first death, and a kind type of our people, noted for their thrift, honesty and exalted service. He was at age 70 of Norway. He was at age 70 of England. He has been here for about forty two years. He was a member of North Lake of Old Lakes, a deliberation from which at last he seemed to be a memorial and burial, and served as pilgrims. He is survived by the widow, Mrs Worth, a daughter Mrs Ida M. Loe, wife of William C. Lee caterer, 114 Storrs, Waltham, Arthur Leonard, William, Tazwil and Gilbert three grandchildren, and other relatives. Interment was in Memorial cemetery The floral offerings were many and beauti- ful PROSPECT PLACE. North formed from four room heat and cold water. Great for all areas. Imagine R. W. N. Aye. 49th, 56th St. EMPLOYMENT AGENCY A large demand for high-class colored servants. First-class positions for first- class help. Special calls for good general housework and waitresses. Work for all. Referral required. Work for MRS R. R. DOSWELL, 42 Adams Ave., Jan 6-4t Stanmford, Conn. TAILOR WANTED. An allround tailor, designer and cutter. Subtlety sure. No 1 man preferred, none other than 2nd Avg. Wanted by Jan. 1. WITSON HUTTON, 2000 2nd Avg., Beasomer, Ala., dec 30-4t. OPPOSITE HARLEM HOSTITAL By R. A. TORREY, D. D. How to Bring Mon to Christ, Cloth, 75c: Paper, 30c. How to Work for Christ 8v0, Cloth, $2.50 How to Work and Conduct a Successful Revival, $1.50. Remit by P. O or express money order or registered letter only E. N. BROADNAX, 131 W. 136th St., New York, N. Y. Mrs. Stephen Brooks, Miss Annie Hawley. The prizes, which were beautiful, were won by Mrs. Reed, Mrs. Moss, Mrs. Mars and Miss Jackson. Miss H. Cordella Ray Dead Miss H. Cordella Ray Dead The death of Miss H. Cordella Ray which occurred early this month moving to 5, in the home of Mrs. Jesse Cooper, 443 Gates avenue, where she and her sister Miss Florence T. were stopping, removes from the circle of old New Yorkers one of its best known members. While Miss Cordella had been allied for some time she has appeared around her home, and is entertained grave apprehension as to her condition, so that her death, after retiring in her apparently normal style, came as a surprise to those of the household who were summoned to her bedside shortly after midnight. Miss Cordella Ray died at the Charles B. Ray one of the most distinguished families of New York. She was a woman of unusual ability, and was a linguist, being thoroughly versed in the German and French languages. Besides having taught in the Public Schools of New York, she was secretary of the Walton Kindergarten Association for twenty years, and president of the Woman's Loyal Union for thirteenth years, was the first secretary of the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs and wrote the Federation song. The funeral services held from the above named, home Saturday afternoon, January 8, were well attended by the immediate friends of the deceased and the close friends of the deceased, C. Bishop, of St Phillip's P. E Church, of which Miss Corella was a devout member. The many pretty floral tributes attested the esteem in which Miss Cordella was held. She is survived by Miss Florence T. an only sister, and a number of consuls. Interment was made in Capress Hills. Intimate predecesed by a few intimate friends. Funeral director Arthur Q. Martin had charge of the arrangements. Lillian Mary Arrington Dead Arrington, Miss. Lillian Murry daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John P. Arrington, 402 Shelton avenue, Jamaica, Long Island, digd on January 1, 1916 at 10 a.m. at the age of 21 years at the residence of her parents living in the house where her less her death was audited and unexpected by her family. Only her mother, brother, Clarence H. Arrington and her aunt, Mrs. Nannie M McKenley were at her bedside when the end came. Miss Arrington was born in Brooklyn, Y. November 1, 1891 and leaves surviving her parents and brothers. Clarence H. and Harry C. Arrington. She was educated in Grammar School, No. 49, and the Jamaica High School, and her favorite pastime was piano playing and singing. She is a member of St. Stephens P.E. Church, minister and one of the charm members of the Smart Set Club of Brooklyn. Funeral services were held at her late residence on January 9, at 7 p.m. which were conducted by the Roy William V. Tunnel of Howard University, Washington, the C. who came for service, the E. who came for the Hollings of St. Stephens P. P. Church, Jamalca. Music was rendered by her former music teacher, Mrs Nellie Moore Mundy, and Mrs Louis H. Smith sang Miss Arrington's favorite solo "Oh! Dry Those Tears." The services were largely attended by Miss Arrington's many friends and those of her family, and the funeral offerings were many and beautiful. The family at Evergreen Compound was on the morning of January 18 when services were conducted by the Roy S. Tunnel, Hollings and George Fraser Miller. POSITION WANTED. Young man (25) would like position as assistant to the manager like under manager and embalmer. Best good habits, capable, reliable, honest and can furnish cash security. Will consider any reasonable offer where service will appreciated rather than wages. Address W. W. O New York Age LARGE ASSORTMENT OF POST CARDS THE LATE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON with his Autograph and Major R. R. Moton, Principal of Tuskegee Institute. COAL All grades of Lehigh Coal at current prices. Phone Everett Payne, 161 Bedford, 281 Tompkins avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. Dec 23-3mo FLATS AND APARTMENTS TOLET 47TH ST. 250 W — Apartment. 3 large rooms. modern improvements. hot water. Respectable colored tenants. 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Friday, 8 p. m.-Highest and Hedges Society, 8 p. m., general prayer meeting. Rev A. Clayton Powell, D. D., pastor; residence, 40 W. 49th street, phone; Bryant, 7455. MOTHER A. M. B. ZION CHURCH, 161-188 W. 188 R. W. B. Brown, 114 West 133rd st. Sunday Services—11 a. m. and 7.45 p. m. Holy Communion every second Sunday at 3 p. m. Sunday Morning Class—12.30 p. m. Sunday School at 2 p. m. Varkid Christian Endeavor, 4.50. Weekend Morning Class Meetings every Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Prayer Meeting—Friday evening. SEATS FREE. PUBLIC INVITED. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH 169-161 West 63d street, between 6th and 7th avenues. Rev. Wm. P. Mulligan, pastor. Preaching Services every Sunday at 11 a.m and 7:30 p.m. Sunday School at 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Sunday U. meet every Sunday at 5:30 p.m. H Y P U Literary meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. The Church Meeting on Friday evening at 8 p.m. Church Aid Society, second Monday evening in every month. 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