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The New York Age IS CLEAN. ONCE IT BECOMES A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY IT IS ALWAYS LOOKED FOR AND WELCOMED. :: :: VOL. XXX No. 18 MALE WORKERS IN N.Y. APTS. Study of Working Conditions Among Negro Apartment House Employees. Two Hundred Houses Investigated from Which Twenty-five Were Selected as Representative of Conditions and Districts. BY URBAN LEAGUE FELLOW Investigation Conducted by Forrester B. Washington—Schedules of Questions Were Answered by 100 Employees, 50 Superintendents and 20 Agents and Owners—West Indians are in the Majority. Some interesting facts concerning the opportunities for employment of Negroes in New York City, brought out in "A Study of Negro Employees of Apartment Houses in New York City," by Forrester B. Washington, at one time, a Fellow of the National Urban League at the New York School of Philanthropy and now secretary of the local office of that association at Detroit, Mich., show that in point of numbers the Negro male employees of apartment houses are third in the list of Negro male workers. Servants, numbering 4,161, are first, and patrons (except in stores), with Many Washington shows, however, that as the classifications under heads of "Servants" and "Porkers" are not very finely drawn, it is probable that apartment house employees, under the heading of "Elevator Tenders," should rank second, if not first. The long hours and small wages of the apartment employee, who, in many instances, can secure no other work, explains why 9 per cent. of male Negroes at work in New York are following this class of work, while only two-tenths of per cent. of the male whites are employed in apartment houses. And of this small percentage, the investigator states that most of the whites are superintendents of the buildings, with salaries ranging from $75 to $125 per month. Manhattan Houses Investigated. Only the apartment houses in Manhattan were considered because 87 percent of the men, or 2,054, work and live in Manhattan, and because every type of house, from the smallest elevator with one man in the largest cisterned captain teachers, switchboard men and men is found in Manhattan. After a preliminary survey of two hundred of three houses, twenty-five were selected, representing not only the various types of houses but the various districts of houses but the various districts of houses employed 103 colored men, the houses employed each of three houses was eliminated that figures pertaining to an even one hundred men might be used. These one hundred men were employed as follows: Two superintendents; four firemen; Two superintendents; four firemen; Four board men; fourteen elevator men; six-and-a-six switchboard and elevator men. Schedules of questions covering every phase of the situation, including, for the employees, quarters as to conditions of labor, wages, living conditions, living expenditures for rent, food, clothing, fuel, and all other purposes, with fuel, as to chitchief, fraternal or social affiliation, and study is being pursued, any trade or profession possessed, how leisure time is spent and if there is an intention to continue at present work. The superintendents of houses and owners of tenants were furnished schedules to be filled out in which they were asked to answer questions concerning the service of American or West Indian employees, whether American or West Indian preferred, and if there was thought to be a problem in the employment of male Negroes in apartment houses to tell what and where advance remedies for it interesting results were secured from the number of Indian employees were as against American Negroes. This proportion of our cent was approximately maintained throughout the entire number of houses. Fifty superintendents answered the question, twenty-one of whom preferred the West Indian. Twenty-one had preference. None expressed a direct preference for the American Negro, and this explained by one superintendent. (Continued on page two) COLONIAL POLICY OF FRANCE AND ITS RESULT SEATTLE, WASH.-The following remarkable editorial concerning the black troops who are engaged "Somewhere in France," fighting and giving their blood for the cause of that country, is from The Seattle Star, published at Seattle, one of the oldest and strongest papers published in the Great Northwest. The fact that France has been able, because of absolutely fair and just treatment of its colonies, to have the various peoples represented in its armies in the day of its need, the black troops forming perhaps the most dependable and valiant section of troops in the French army, is cited by the Star as the result of a policy which "has covered the name of France with imperishable glory." The editorial is as follows: "LIBERTY, EQUALITY, FRATERNITY!" Liberty, Equality, Fraternity! Fighting in the French army are thousands upon thousands of variously tinted men from all the so-called races upon earth—yellow Tonkinese and Anamese, jet black Senegalese, brown Kanakas, swarthy Moroccanis, mulates from Martinez—fighting for France, giving their blood and lives for France. No compulsion about it; they came voluntarily. France was in danger; they loved France. In Tahiti, Society Islands, far down in the Pacific, when the natives heard of the war, they assembled and petitioned to be allowed to go to the tront and tight for France. French colonies, all these are. It is the first time that what are called "inferior peoples," "abrigates," and "subject races" have rushed instinctively to the defense of the power supposed to have subjugated them. But "inferior peoples" I In the French system there are no "inferior peoples." All the peoples of all the lands where the French flag waves are free, equal and brothers. They are citizens of the French republic, exactly like all other citizens thereof. That is why there is now this extraordinary and touching response. The colonial powers of the French republic has covered the name of France with imperishable glory. France has been not only kind and good to her aborigines. She has made them citizens, equal and free! Now in her hour of used they come to lay down their lives for her, France the broadminded. France the democratic! Liberty, Equality, Fraternity—the noblest motto nation ever had. Wonderful words and wonderful talisman! It is the inspiration back of that thought that makes France beloved of all souls everywhere that are free, and makes her safe now behind the strong arms of men of all the so-called races that have been touched by her tire—Liberty, Equality, Fraternity! PREJUDICED TALESMAN. IS REBUKED BY JUDGE Called to be a juror in the case of Nathaniel Motley, accused of stabbing to death John Press, John A. Magge, 174 West 80th street, a real estate agent and Yale graduate, declared that he could not give the defendant a fair trial if selected as a juror because he was preflicted against the Negro race and admitted to the tenements, admitted to the talesman one of the sternest rehukes ever heard in a New York court room: Said he: "Any man with such ideas should be disqualified from serving on a jury," said Judge Rosalais. "I shall order that your name be stricken from the list. I think that no man should sit in judgment on a human being in a case involving life or death, partly in prejudice against race. Such a man is not fit to serve as a juror. "While the white man sits today in judgment on the black man, you cannot tell but what tomorrow the black man will sit in judgment on the white man." SOUTH CAROLINA LIGA HOLDS WILD MOB AT BAY HAMPTON, S.C.—David Richards was put in jail here on Saturday; January 20, charged with striking a white man. The white man had previously attempted to do the colored man physical violence. Only the nerve and bravery of the 14-year-old daughter of J. P. Bowers, the jailer, kept Richards from being lynched that night. The cowardly accuser, who poisoned the man and took away the pistol with which she was holding the crowd at bay, enabled the mob finally to secure the colored man. But Janie Bowers' courageous act had held the mob off long enough for her father to get word of what was happening at the jail, and he rushed there. The mob was more than an addition more than a heating. When the mob approached the jail the little girl secured her father's revolver and defied the lawbreaking crowd. Declaring that she would shoot the first man who attempted to enter, she stood cowing the polterone crowd until her brother, seemingly lacking in all that he to make for her reason of being claimed to be afraided the mob would hurt her and succeeded in disarming her. BROOKLYN PHYSICIAN IN FIGHT FOR JUSTICE BROOKLYN PHYSICIAN IN FIGHT FOR JUSTICE Chicago Officials Want to Withhold Honors and Position Because of Color. Toek Civil Service Examination for Position of Junior Physician in Municipal Tuberculosis Sanitarium and Passed at Head of List—Appointment Due Feb. 1, But Officials Want to Avoid Making It. (Special to The New York Age.) CHICAGO ILL.—Dr. Roscoe C. Giles of Brooklyn, N: Y., who has been serving for the past year as interne at the Provident Hospital, in the center of a disturbance that threatens to bring the color question to an acute point at the Municipal Tuberculosis Sanitarium, this city. Dr. Giles passed the civil service examination for the position of junior-physician at the sanitarium, and his name, which heads the list, was reached a month ago. The position pays $100 a month, with room and board in the institution. The other members of the sanitarium staff are white physicians, and it is claimed by Dr. Robertson, the health commissioner, that the people at the hospital say they will not eat at the same table or sleep in the same dormitory with a Negro physician. Alderman Oscar DePriest, Chicago's colored alderman, is making a strong fight for Dr. Giles, and he is quoted as suggesting to Health Commissioner, Robertson that the matter can be adjusted by assigning the young physician to a private room. Mayor Thompson to Take Hand There will be a vacancy on February 1, and, according to the law, the appointment of Dr. Giles must be made. The executive committee of the consulting staff has been trying to find a way out of the dilemma, and it is said that other positions have been offered Dr. Giles. These have been refused, for not only does the accomplished and cultured man desire to further his study of tuberculosis, but he believes also that his ability and tact will overcome this pre-expressed prejudice. Mayor William Hale Thompson is quoted also in the matter, and it is alleged that he has promised the protection of his office to Dr. Giles, and will put over on him Mayor Thompson has an interview to the young man who was ac- (Continued on page seven) ASTOR'S ONLY NEGRO EMPLOYEE JS, DE Hillery M. Morton, to be the only colored man in the employ of the Astor Trust Co., died at the Roosevelt Hospital on Sunday, January 21, following an operation on his kidneys. He had been an employee of the Astors for more than twenty years, and when Vincent Astor, the present head of the Astor Hospital, was charged with the charge of him for a number of years, Born in Clarksville, Va., 46 years ago, Mr Morton came to New York and entered the Astor employ, residing at 23 West 26th street. He is survived by the widow and one son, Jamts Morton, who is preparing to take up the study of English, from Monday, January 24, from Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, the Rev. W. P. Hayes officiating. PEDIC SOCIETY GIVES UTS FIRST RANG The first annual meeting and quarter of the New York County Pedic Society was held at the Clubman's Social Club, 162 West 132d street, Wednesday evening of last week. The evening was spent in feasting and speaking. The guests of the society were Dr. R York usseld Ford H. Smith, the R. E. Daniels, James S. Levine, R. I. Browne, John E. Robinson and John H. Jenkins. The members of the society present were Dr. V. T. Thomas C. A. Green, J. Emanuel C. H. Marks R. W. Bissella R. W. Griffin, P. J. Bailey J. S. Wiliams, J. H. Pope, H. A. Williamson, J. R. Griffin, J. Anthony, C. Mayfield, J. P. Jones and W. Jenkins. The principal address of the evening was made by Dr. V. T. Thomas, pres- ident of the New York County Pedic Society, who, in making his first annual report, showed that the society, which was incorporated in January, 1916, for the purpose of elevating the standard, to improve the practice of chirponity in children, include among its members such other principles as will improve the standing of the community, is in good conditions and has made progress. 1875 PARADE, REVUE, BALL & RECEPTION 1917 IVANHOE COMMANDRY, No. 5, KNIGHTS TEMPLAR At Manhattan Casino, 155th St. & 8th Ave. Thursday Eve. Feb'y 1st General Admission 50c. Boxes Seating 8, $3.00. Logs Seating 8, $2.50. Made by Manhattan Military Band and Orchestra of 40 Pieces. ENTERTAINMENT MOOKER AT TUSKEGEE (Tuskegee, Ark.) (Speech by Ack) TUSKEGEE, Ark., Negro Conference, presiding authority, visitors, to the institute from forty parts of the country, including workers, workers in Negro schools, in youth and leaders in various lines of ministry. Among these was Free Black editor and publisher of Tuskegee Year Act, who was the guest when he called "The Oaks" of Mrs. B. T. Tuskegee, Mr. Moore spoke in the library, chapel, Tuesday students, teachers, and the "advance guard" of those who came to attend the conference, and many on Sunday at the regular service. His inspiring words and his counsel to the students as well as many visitors at Tuskegee, included the appeal and encouraged all who belong to him. At the time the conference, visitors were shaken by the killing in Wellington, his host; Prince Frederick, M. Secretary and Lord Howard J. Sons, Mrs. E. D. Washington, Treasurer Warren Logan and Mrs. Ruth Logan Maj, and Mrs. Ramsey, M. and Mrs. R. R. Taylor, and a host, at Dorothy Hall given by Mr. Logan. Those invited to the luncheon to meet Mr. Moore, by Dr. Moton, Mr. Scott, R. R. Taylor, M. N. Work E. T. Richardson, E. Robert Richardson, E. Robert Richardson, B. Williams. The following guest was served under the direction of Mrs. Lorena Taylor: Logan cocktail tapioca, la Scott; crackers; Brattened rice; rice; asparagus; spinach; hints of rice; jelly olives; Moore Perfection; lard; cheese wafers Moton Ice, Cream; black coffee; From Tuskegee; Moore went to Salem, where he met Tuesday evening, amanda 23, John is he to make a tour of the South in the interior of Texas. New York Act. BUSINESS MEN SHOULD ADVERTISE AWAY DOCTOR Dr. Algernon B. Jackson; head of Mercy Hospital Philadelphia, and prominent in institutional work, is of the opinion that advertising. In the daily papers will go 4 loops way toward winning over the magazine press. Commenting on an editorial recently published in The Age on the White Press, and the term Negroer Tackiness writes: "I have a great interest in the Age in reference to the editorial in the Age of Negro, by the author of the book of course, this can be interesting. Some years ago, and often, Negroism has been objected to and take advertising space in white papers at regular intervals. It would bring business to the business men and serve as a instrument for certain demands. This does not mean the desertion of the rumms of the colored newspapers, but simply the denial of the advertising scene, and certainly the step in racial protection from unnecessary danger. We must fight prejudice with dollars and cents. There is no other effective way to overcome it. "I am quite certain that the salvation of our people lies in the hands' of our business men. But they must awake to the understanding of the defensive and offensive value of their dollars. In America a man with a dollar commands a respect which makes him immune against it. It is no question of sentiment, love or hate but purely a business proposition which most immediately dictate a new policy of inter-racial understanding and demand a dignified courtesy. "Advertising in white papers will bring white business and create a new interest in the Negro—not sympathetic, but the Negro business man will thus learn the value of white papers and do more in the Negro papers; that in the end all will profit thereby." CANNOT DRAW COLOR LINE IN LOCAL CAPES No color line can be drawn in the cafes of New York was the decision required by Justices Guy, Shearn and Bijou of the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court last week. The decision was rendered in a case taken to the tribunal in appeal by Eugene L. Moore, advertising manager of THE Van, and D. E. Tobias. In April, 1916, they entered the saloon of John Rhiem, 21 Cortland street, to buy a sociable drink. No attention was paid them for 'fully ten minutes, and, when they asked Rhiem why they were not served he told them he did not serve colored people. Jessie Moore and Tobias sued Rhiem for waking him on the Right Court. Their case came up before Magistrate John I. Davies, a Republican, just spring, who decided against them. On the appeal the Supreme Court Justices awarded each, complainant $500. 8TH AVENUE EXPRESSMAN DIES AT 52D ST. HOME James Wells, for many years an expressman on Eighth avenue near 31st street, and who resides at 140 West 31st street, died Tuesday, January 16, aged 51 years. He was buried from Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, of which he was an ex-trustee, on Sunday, January 21, the Rev. W. P. Hayes, pastor, officiating. Mr. Wells is survived by his wife, a brother and two sisters. He came originally from Augusta, Ga. TO FIGHT JIM CROWISM AND DISFRANCHISEMENT Principal Work of National Advancement Association During the Year. A vigorous campaign against disfranchisement and "Jim Crow" cars is to be waged by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People this year. In outlining the constructive work to be undertaken by the association during 1917, Roy Nash, secretary of the organization, has issued the following statement: "The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People proclaimed in 1917 that efforts chiefly on two problems—disfranchisement and "Jim Crow" cars. Last year, by concentrating on lynching, a fund of over $10,000 was raised and an-organized and well-considered campaign launched which we confirmed and made this ancient American institution a thing of the past within five years. "The election of President Wilson by the Southern Democracy which votes the Negro population in the electoral collage, although disfranchising them at the polls, insures powerful Republican backing to any move looking to the, enforcement of the, second clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, Largely through the influence of, John E. Milholland, Vice-President of this Association, Senator Gallinger, amendment was introduced on January 13, calling for a Joint Congressional Committee whose duty it shall be to make a thorough inquiry into the laws governing the elections, with a view to ascertaining whether the right to elect the President of the United States is protected by the Fifteenth Amendment to the Constitution and to recommend to Congress, such legislation as will reduce the representation in the Electoral College and the House of Representatives. "This is the big fight, and if the Democrats lose their majority in the next House, there will never be a better chance for driving home the point. Whatever influence' the N. A. A. C. P. has with the press, the politicians and writers of America will be lined up on this issue. "The question of 'Jim Crow' cars in Interstate Commerce will be the other mail line of work for 1917. In the work of amassing hundreds of cases in proper legal form for presentation before the Interstate Commerce Commission, all colored men who travel can help by writing us, whenever Jim Crow is in danger, with descriptions of accommodations, with photographs of unsanitary conditions, etc. "These two problems together with the task of carrying the organization into the South, on which James Weldon Johnson is at present engaged, attaking the more urgent cases of discrimination which come up from day to day in the South. In the village Sourcune Case before the Supreme Court, will keep the organization busy on lines that promise to show tangible results" CATHERINE V. CONICK DIES IN YONKERS AT 69 "Just one year after the death of her husband; Mrs Catherine V. Conkek died in the arms of her son, Charles C. Conkek, at the resuscitation of her other son, Edward C. Conkek of Yonkers, Friday morning at 12:35 o'clock. Mrs. Conkek, who was 69 years old, had been an invalid for years. She was held over the remains Sunday from the residence of Edward C. Conkek, the Rev Mr. Judd of the A. M. E. Church of Yonkers officers. Miss Mimmie Brown rendered several vocal selections. The floral tributes were beautiful. The remains were interred in Oaklawn Cemetery. WHITE MAN LEAVES PHILADELPHIA, Pa. The laws of Georgia prohibit the marriage of white and colored persons, so William Welch, a white man, came from that state to this city two weeks ago, in company with Miss Mary Bailey, and on Wednesday of last week secured a license to marry her. She is a very comely colored woman. This is 11 John Woodson, who conducts a colored hotel here, was sponsor the couple. The first license granted in 1917 for a mixed marriage was issued to Henry Plowdaw, white aged 26, and Miss Elva E Myers, 25 years of age. White People are Told that the Negro Must Receive Better Treatment in the South. Dr. Robert R. Moton Dominant Figure of Conference-Farmers Present from Different States-Incident at the State Capitol at Montgomery-Prominent Visitors from Every Section. Tuskegee Institute, Ala.—Frankness and candor were distinguishing features of the Twenty-sixth Annual Tuskegee Conference, held here Wednesday and Thursday of last week. The speakers, while respectful, did not mince words when airing their views, and although prominent members of both races were in attendance, there was no disposition to handle delicately any of the subjects under discussion. In giving consideration to the migration of the Negro to the North, the conference was not a bit backward in pointing out that Negroes are leaving the South by the thousands because they do not get a square deal. It was pointed out that many are leaving the Southland believing that in the North they can get better opporeunities to make money, better treatment for themselves and children, and better protection under the law. ordinary husband, husband of the address, husband of the address. The white people who were present in large numbers, applauded his strong plea in which he urged that the Negroes of the South be given a square deal, as vigorously as the hundreds of colored farmers. Those who had the good fortune to be present were convinced beyond any doubt that Dr. Moton is going to make a most worthy successor to his distinguished predecessor. Void of frills and without bluster, Dr. Moton is emphasizing the work and life of Booker T. Washington. Members of the faculty and the students of the institute are learning to love him, and his years of tracing at Hampton has made him familiar to his favorite himself with his new duties in a manner that has won respect. Prominent white and colored visitors were in attendance from every section of the country. Among those present were Dr. J. E. McCullough, general secretary Southern Sociological Congress Washington, D. C.; Mrs. G. H. Mathis diversification agent for Alabama Bank Association, Kennesaw, Georgia; secretary Chamber of Commerce, Montgomery, Ala.; Dr. W. E. Hinds, State Entomologist, Auburn Ala.; Surgeon F. C. Smith, representing the Bureau of Public Service, Washington, 922C; Dr. L. B. McBrayer, superintendent and director of the Bureau of Tuberculosis, Sanatortum, N. C.; Dr. R. E. Staggs, associate bacteriologist and pathologist of the Health Department, Ala.; James P. Faulkner, executive secretary of the W. G. Raoul Foundation, Atlanta, Ga.; Dr. J. E. Duggar, director co-operative extension work in Agriculture and Home Economics, Auburn, Ala.; J. T. Watt, state agent, co-operative extension work in agriculture and Home Economics, Auburn, Ala.; T. Fulton, assistant of Spelman Seminary, Atlanta, Ga.; Misses Stevenson, Kenny, Beaaron, Spelman Seminary, Atlanta, Ga.; Elizabeth Hyde, Principal Hampton N and A, Institute, Hampton, Va.; Mrs. Alexander Purvis, Hampton, Va.; Mrs. Helena Cobb, principal I. D. George Institute, Barnes Alabama, Anti-Tuberculosis secretary Birmingham, Ala.; Representative The Topica I and E, Institute, Topica, Kansas; R. L. Smith, president Farmers' Improvement Society of Texas, Waco Tex.; B. J. Davis, editor Atlanta Independent Atlanta Ga.; Dr. and Mrs. R. F. Pollard, President of Selma University, Selma Ala.; Mise Charlotte School, Charlotte, Ala.; I. E. Johnson, principal Prentiss Normal and Industrial School, Prentiss Miss; N. R. Baker, Oak Hill, superintendent for White County Schools Miss Amelia Bruce, matron of the Young Women, Ibiza College, Talladega, Ala; the D. H. S. Barnwell national Eisenden Academy and Industrial School, New York; the Corona N. I. School, Corona, Md.; the Dr. Harry A. King, pres de clark University, Montana, Ga.; the Avery, Hampton Normal, Hampton Va.; Miss L. M. Cropner, Miss E. O. Dive, Florida A. and M., College, Tallahassee, La.; the M. Quinn, MeQuinn, D. Women's Department, Normal and Industrial School Osteoporosis Acute Cancer, University of California, professional Shaw University, Raleigh, N.C.; Mrs. Mattie J. Greggis, senior worker of Fireside Schools, Nashville, Tenn.; G. C. McLeod, treasurer and superintendent of agriculture, Stilman institute, Tuscaloosa, Ala.; Miss Anna L. Daniels, in charge of Kindergarten, Caldwell Academy, Ala.; Alice White, in charge of Montgomery, Ala.; William H. Stewart, editor American Baptist, Louisville, Ky.; Rev. William H. Hicks, pastor Bethel Baptist Church, President Meridian Negro Organization, Society, Meridian, Miss.; Prof. G. A. Towns, Atlanta, Atlanta; Dr. William H. Gavin, principal University, Selma, Ala. G. J. Thomas, principal Queenland Industrial Training School, Fingergald, GA.; W. T. S. Williams, field agent Jeanes Fund, Hampton, Va.; Mrs. Edgar, Misses Hayes, Weir, Foleman, Schuman, all of Knox Academy, Selma, Ala.; Mrs. Brooks, Selma, Ala.; J. Watson, International Dr. Oscar Dowling, President State Board of Health, New Orleans, La. Farmers Arrive From Different States. As early as Tuesday morning, January 10, when Prof. W. P. Ware, of Sonerville, Tenn., with a party of 35 farmers, all of them successful, from tatray and adjoining counties in Western Tennessee, arrived in a special car, the delegates began to arrive, and by Tuesday night more than a hundred farmers on the overrange g. clouds and the difficulty of road traveling on account of the recent rains, thunders, came in this morning wagons, buggies, automobiles and about. Shortly after 9 o'clock the special excursions from Largerage, Ga., reached the grounds and then the campus took on the appearance of a real Tuskegee Conference, from 9 until 10 o'clock the delegates turned themselves into students, the then at the Agricultural and Trades Hall, where actual demonstrations and lectures were held. These earnest people made no effort to disguise the fact that they wanted to learn. The parade was a demonstration of progress and accomplishment. At 10.15 when the first strains of martial music were heard, there was hurrying from everywhere to witness the demonstration, using the band there came the uniformed officers of the Dorset Rifle Club, an organization among the women and children of the rural districts of the county. Then came floats of velvet beans and sweet potato and corn after which floats representing the following departments of the Tuskegee Institute, formed the line of manhole threshing-buy spraying fruit and horticulture, the dairy herd, poultry, horticulture, the dairy herd, poultry, showing new a dotted way of smoking meat; wheelwrighting, blacksmithing, broom-making, veterinary science carpentry, shoe repairing, harness making painting-giving a demonstration of Prof Carver's paints and County clays; cremery, registered stallion outfits, children's house and Dorothy Hall. Other floats representing farm products raised by Deacon Brant and W, P, Gunn, of Macon County, and the Boys Pig Club of the Southern Improvement Community. The last float was an-arrangement to represent the resources of Macon County. Girls of the Senior Class marched alongside the float, each bearing a card upon which was printed a digest of the condition in each community of Macon County where one of the model schools have been erected. The particular idea of this exhibit was that it is important for Macon County talks to study their own county and learn to take advantage of its resources. Whites Have Great Consideration for Tuskegee. The following incident shows the most consideration the white people of South have for Tuskegee. While on our way to the Tuskegee Conference party of colored people from East Tennessee had trucco with one of the students at the State Capitol at Mont- Hearing that visitors to Tuskegee Institute had been mistreated, W. E. Henderson, custodian of the capitol, voluntarily sent the following communication to Dr. Moton: Principal, Tuskegee Norman and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. Dear Sir: I learn this morning that a party of six or seven persons on their way to Tuskegee to attend a conference of some kind were ordered from the Capitol by one of the guards. I am writing this to say to you as Custodian of the Capitol Building, that this act did not meet with my approval nor had it the sanction of the administration, and that we all feel very indignant that this incident should occur. The party in question were conducting themselves in a most orderly manner and deserved no such treatment as they received. If you hear the matter mentioned or could give me the names and addresses I would like to write to each one a personal letter expressing my opinion of the welcome they received here. This matter shall be gone into thoroughly. Very respectfully. (Sigmed) W. E. HENDERSON. Custodian of the Capitol After the delegates had enjoyed a hearty dinner served by students of the school, every one repaired to the chapel eager and intent, "Meeting The New Economic Conditions," was the subject. After scripture reading by the Rev. D. Bolton, Tennessee, and prayer by the Rev. A. J. Greene, of Alabama, the congregation sang several of the oldest spirituals and the session began, thanks this was Dr. Moton's first year as Phi Beta Kappa. J. Scott, Secretary, has served Tuskegee Song and recently during the lifetime of the late T. Washington, addressed the question of faith in the new Tennessee church and tried the warmth of Dr. Washington's Secretary Scott asked the Newmen to give to the new Tuskegee Church the same legal support, sympathy and good will they had given Washington. He spoke of Prinnington's Hampton training, and section of the Virginia Organization Society and said that Moton would seek in Booker Washington's spirit to serve the highest and best interests of both races in the South, at all times and under all circumstances. Warren Logan, treasurer, was also scheduled to speak at this time, but illness prevented him from being present. Now Principal Receives Ovation. Following the remarks of Secretary Scott, who in language most appealing, paid beautiful tributes to Iuskegee's loyal friends to Dr. Moton and to the late principal Booker Wasm gorl. Dr. Moton arose amid the applause of the large assembly and it was easily discerned that someone has was the dominating personality on the platform Without any attempt whatsoever for rhetorical effect, he plunged immediately with characteristic vigor into that subject which is gripping the attention of the people of the South. A typical point which he made in his discussion may be described as follows. He said: "On a trip to. Montgomery the other day I saw some farmers coming to town with wagons and returning from town with wagons laden with meat, meal, hard and even butter, and eggs" for a moment, he paused, as the audience listened to these strong words, then with all the strength of his personality he told them that such a farmer was a disarray to the community. Dr. Moton's address in part follows: "I have thought it well to have this conference upon with a few remarks from two of the men who stood so legally and faithfully by Dr. Washington, not only in matters affecting the conference, but in everything that had to do with the life and the work of the Tuskegee Institute. I refer to our treasurer, Warren Logan, and the Institute's secretary, Emmett J. Scott. These men, with others of the Tuskegee workers, deserve our thanks and appreciation for the unselfish support which they always gave over of the interest and most unique characters of our time. ```markdown ``` to prepare as Sleeping Car and Train Porters No experience necessary. Positions pay from $60 to $100 month. First Class Eastern Roads. Railroa passes from you home to position and uniforms arranged for if necessary. Write at once. Inter. Railway Dept. 56 Majestic Bldg. Indianapolis, Ind. "Dr. Washington - established this conference especially to help the Negro farmer. He saw as did few of our leaders, that farming was the basis of our development. Anything that helps the Negro farmer helps the entire race and the entire nation. I want to assure you that in this school there will be no pulling away from those practical lines so wisely and so successfully marked out by our founder. "The boll weevil also make it easier for our people to buy little pieces of land, on which they should build decent houses with two and three and four rooms, and should make those houses and surroundings clean, healthy and attractive to themselves and to their children, so that their children and their children's children will love and honor and reward free home and will take pride in it. "We owe it to ourselves and to our children and to our country to do this, because out of such homes will develop the church and the school. Out of them should come good preachers, willing to cast their lot also in the country districts, identifying their own life and that of their families with the people to whom they preach. Then there will be good schools with good, up-to-date, energetic teachers who will be able to influence the life of the whole community, not only in its educational, but in its social and moral as well as its farming activities. Such a condition will enable us as a race to be an independent, self-respecting people, not only respected by our own race, but honored and respected by other races as well. For whatever helps and benefits one race helps and benefits the other; whatever hinders one hinders the other. And I hope that you will in the future use this conference and this school in every way possible for the furtherance of the life of your community on whatever line, whether agricultural, educational, or along lines of health, religion or business. This school was established to serve the people, and it must continue to serve, and I hope you will help us in what we are earnestly and sincerely trying to do. "I hope in the discussions that are to follow, you will be just as frank and pointed as in the past. These conferences, as I have understood them, have never stood for oratory and have have never stood for oratory and speechmaking; they have been gatherings where people did not make speeches, but where they told the simple, plain, straightforward story of what they had done and hoped to do without any regard to the impression that would be made. I hope that spirit may characterize this gathering." W. M. McKinney, Pike County, Ala., J. W. Wright, Georgia; Miss Alice Henry, Alabama; J. and D. McDuffil, Alabama, and Mrs. C. J. Callowy follows with interesting reports. The Comittee on Resolutions was made up of Robert L. Smith, Texas; chairman; A. J. Green, Alabama; J. J. Bailey, Georgia; W. P. Ware, Tennessee; E. M. Haysy, Louisiana; C. L. Tinkerlake, Kentucky; and James A. Parrish, Minnesota. Among those offering on Thursday's program were Prof. M. N. Work, editor on The Negro Year Book; Prof. George W. Carver, head of the Department of Research and the Experiment Station at Timmiece Institute; Ben Davis, editor of the Atlanta Independent; President F. Meserve of Shaw University, Raleigh, N. C.; the Rev. William Hooke of Meridian, Miss.; James L. Sibley of the Educational Department of Alabama; Dr. W. H. Hines of Auburn, Ala.; Dr. B. L. Arms of Montgomery; Dr. George Eaves of Brimingham; R L. Smith of Waco, Tex, Archdeacon James S. Russell of Lawrenceville, Va., Miss Pauline Lewy of Montgomery, C L. Timberlake of Kentucky, Emmett J. Scott and Dr. Moton, the latter closing the Workers' Conference Day program by making a short talk on behalf of Negro education Male Workers in N. Y. Apts. tendent, who said, "The West Indian is more dependable. While he 'talks back,' nevertheless he doesn't get sore and leave the job. The American Negro, on the other hand, if reprimanded, does not flare up like the West Indian, but becomes sullen and the next day leaves the job." West Indians Look Out for Each Other. The American Negro claims that the West Indian will work longer hours for less money. Another factor is that the West Indian is more clannish than his American brother. He is ever looking for an opportunity to place, some fellow islander with him in the same house. To this end he recommends him to the superintendent and seeks a position for him. The indoor work, easy and comfortable, appears to appeal to him because of his tropical aversion to hard manual labor. From the standpoint of education, it appears to be an unusual discovery that the northern American and the West Indian Negroes were possessed of better fundamental schooling than the southern Negro. It may be that only the southern Negro who lacks elementary school training is willing to take up this occupation as a regular means of livelihood. In the matter of trades, twenty-six of the one hundred had learned trades, and nineteen of these were West Indians. 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S. 47, West 46th street; four were in training as chauffeurs; two were studying to be moving picture operators, four were professional musicians, four were preparing for civil service examinations, one was learning plumbing, and one was preparing for the police examination. More would undoubtedly attend study classes, but the constant changing of their working hours, a shift occurring every week, a sa rule, made this impossible. The tenure of service was found to be from ten months to one and a half years. This short period of continuous service was found to be due to the superintendents who would not investigate complaints made by tenants, but would discharge the employee without any attempt to adjust differences. This, of course, in order to curry favor with the tenants. Some superintendents found who discharged men in order to receive the commission paid by employment agencies for supplying men. The men were charged exorbitant fees by the agencies, which made it possible for them to pay the commission to superintendents. But other superintendents had men working for them from six to fifteen years and the men would only leave to secure better positions. Of the one hundred Men, sixty-rime were or had been members of some church, the majority of them being Episcopals. This was due to the preponderance of West Indians. Only five were members of any lodge, four being OLD Fellows and one a Python. Small cases probably accounted for this small proportion for traternal society men. Colored Employees Preferred. As to the opinions of agents and owners as to the desirability of colored employees, fifteen of twenty, who replied, had no criticism to make. Three found them excellent help if carefully selected, and two claimed they were unambitious, lazy, careless took no interest in their work and were devoid of truthfulness. 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In only twenty-four cases had there been an increase in wages, averaged over months. Sixty-five men were single and thirty-five were married. The wives of twenty-two men worked out during the day, and nineteen of these had children. There were lodgers and fourteen of the fifty-five married families. The average rental was $18, and the average income of the wives who worked was $7 per week. The single men, after car fare, laundry and room rent were paid, usually had about $3.50 per week for food, clothing, amusements and other expenditures, or about 50 cents per day. To Improve Conditions Various attempts to improve the condition of the apartment house employees have been made from time to time, usually with disastrous results to the employees. One white man interested the workers in an organization for their reac-tion, their initial contribution to be $1. Those who paid never saw their money again. Tenants of one apartment house have formed an organization to which they contribute $25 per year, the money to be divided among the employees in equal monthly installments. But the most effective organization has been the organization of apartment house employees into their own organization, this having been done through the efforts of John T. Clark, industrial secretary of the National Urban League. This organization is now known at the Building Employees' Association, and it is affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Superintendents and Janitors, being chartered as Local No. 3. The officers of this organization are Charles T. Henry, president; John T. Clark, secretary; Fred R. Moore, of Tux Acm, treasurer; J. H. Collins, organizer. The organization in co-operation with the parent body, operates an employment agency at 457 Lenox avenue under the name of the Brotherhood Employment Agency, each body having a representative in the office. The members pay $1 to join and 20 cents each month. This provides a sick benefit from the local and a death benefit from the parent body of $50 after the first six months, increasing to $200 after two years. Some Buggestions. Inclosing the report of his investigations, the investigator makes some suggestions for the improvement of the apartment house workers' condition, among other things saying: "Legislation is the most obvious remedy for the long hours of colored apartment house employees. Days that are fourteen hours long are too much of an abuse to be subjected to dickering between employer and employee. In a society that is rapidly accepting the eight-hour day as a basis, the hours imposed upon the colored apartment house employee seem particularly vicious and unpardonable. There is no reason why apartment houses that supply continuous service cannot be run on three eight-hour shifts. There is a field here also for minimum wage legislation. The licensing of elevator men would be of some benefit to employees, agents and tenants. It would be quite a forward step in improving the type of men in the industry. There is no way now to keep out the beggars, the crooks and the other undesirables, who give a bad name to the men as a whole. When a representative of this bad element is discharged from one house, he simply changes his name and finds employment in another house. Licensing would afford an opportunity of checking up these undesirabes. Exactly half of the agents believed that it would help to have the men licensed. "The task of bettering the conditions of the colored employee of apartment houses will not be finished when legislation or the voluntary action of the owners has given the men decent hours and an adequate minimum wage. A very serious drawback of the occupation still remains—namely, its 'blind alley' quality. It leads no where. Most all the men have stated that the consciousness of this fact is a destroyer of ambition and hope. It is that which makes them restless and indifferent. "At the present time practically all the superintendents are white. As has been stated-before, they are paid very well, receiving from $75 to $125 per month plus their living apartments. Where colored superintendents have been tried out they have been found eminently satisfactory. It seems not only possible and practicable, but good business policy to 'advance men from elevator service to assistant superintendent or engineer and thus to superintendent. "Of course, along with this gradual promotion must go some such training as the progressive real estate man afore-mentioned has instituted. It is too much to ask that a man be transferred from elevator and switchboard service to assistant superintendent with no training in the duties of the later. However, such preparation can easily be obtained at certain night schools. 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Dr. Ponville to secure the old school building for the purposes desired BROOKLYN PHYSICIAN IN FIGHT FOR JUSTICE (Continued from page one) companied by Alderman DePriest, and is reported to have been favorably impressed by his manner and bearing. The executive committee has appealed to its attorneys for an opinion which would enable them to avoid the appointment. It has directed to a local attorney to be appointed. Dr. Steele will assist in the investigation and the executive committee takes an ome. He will appear to the courts, if necessary. The chairman of the committee Dr. D. A. Steele declares that there are only about twenty patients among 700 and they are not segregated, but receive treatment in the same wards and in the same manner as the whites. He states also that the employees eat in the same hall. "The junior physicians sleep two in a room. One night in the week one of them has charge of all the patients. During the day each looks after about 100 patients." Claim Oposition is Manufactured One of the three trustees of the sanitarium, Dr. C. P. Caldwell, is reported to have said that "already some of the junior physicians have threatened to resign if Dr. Giles is appointed. Expressions of dissatisfaction have come also from a number of patients, particularly women, who have heard that a colored doctor may look after them. If Dr. Giles would disturb the patients to any extent there is no doubt but what his appointment would be deleterious to the efficiency of the institution." Alderman DePriest declares there is no truth in these alleged conditions and that these statements are based on a campaign of agitation which has for its object the keeping of Dr. Giles out of a position which scores of young white physicians would be glad to have, but for which none of them are as well qualified as Dr. Giles. He says also that the sanitarium is a municipal institution and whether it has twenty-negative patients or two hundred, that is a matter not to be considered as relating to Dr. Giles' appointment. The young Negro is a graduate from Cornell University and a postgraduate course in New York City. Before coming to Chicago, Dr. Giles made a strong fight for entrance to Bellevue Hospital, that city, as an interment, but was rejected in the examination, on the store of color. Counselor Franex F. Giles, with law offices at LM Livingston street, Brooklyn, N. Y., who lives with Mrs Giles at the family residence on Bergen street near Allanby avenue, in the same city RIDGEWOOD, N. J. Ridgway N. I—Mrs Mary Peterson and Miss Mabel Garner were called home to Chester, N. Y., to attend their father, on Friday, January 19th. 100 ```markdown ``` We Carry the Largest Stock in Straightening Combs EFFECT OF MIGRATION ON SOUTHERN NEGRO HAWKING, Md—That the northward migration of colored people to secure better industrial opportunities means better educational facilities and larger labor responsibilities, was asserted by James W. Johnson, general organizer for the National Association for the Minority of People and Administration in New York. Churchues was an American branch of the Na- gotiative organization in W. As the Hawk- ing presided. Air Johnson declared that the scarcity of white labor on account of the European war, meant a big economic opportunity for the Negro who went North and West. Efficiency among the colored people, he said, would mean that they, like the Irish, would gush financial and political prestige. A million Negro voters in the North could not only demand full citizenship for themselves, but for their brethren in the South. Negro leaders in the South must contend for better schools, a faster division of municipal funds, better rural conditions, cessation of police persecution and manhood rights, he went on to say. He said of recent interviews, a number of editors of Southern newspapers, a governor and a mayor of a city in the far South, and declared caused all but two of those interviewed that the recent immigration northward to concede that the Negro must be treated fairly. The Negroes of the North must hold out a helping hand to those coming into their midst, he said, as a Negro in Massachusetts is not free as long as his brother in Mississippi is oppressed. He declared that the Negro must be properly organized to wrest his manhood rights, as no one would bestow right. Bishop John Hurst delivered a brief address, in which he declared that colored parents must contend for their sons for the same rights, privileges and opportunities that whites desire for their children. Mr Johnson delivered an address before the students of the colored high school Wednesday morning. After visiting a number of places of interest, he left for Washington, from whence he will proceed South. While in the city he was the guest of Bishop and Mrs Hurst. HONOR BISHOP PHILLIPS ON HIS 59TH BIRTHDAY KY.-The four conferences over which Bishop C. H. Phillips of Nashville, Tenn., presides joined in a movement here during the week to celebrate his fifty-ninth birthday anniversary. Suitable exercises were held Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, Dr. L. H. Brown, presiding elder of the Louisville District, and the Rev. C. L. Howard, pastor of the Milton Memorial Church at which the celebration was held, were among the prominent local leaders to participate, Roscoe C. Simmons, Dr. J. A. C. Lattimore, Prof. Mazeek, Rev. Frank, the Baptist ministers and others assisted the local C. M. E. members in making the celebration a success. The members of the bishop's immediate family were in Louisville for the event, Dr. C. H. Phillips, Jr., and his sister, Mrs. Lucy Phillips Stewart, coming from St. Louis, while from Nashville, Dr. J. T. Phillips, Miss Lady E. Phillips, Mrs. Lottie Phillips James and Mrs. W. B. Anderson, an aunt, were present. Many friends and supporters of Bishop Phillips sent presents, and also numerous letters and telegrams were received. Wednesday night a banquet was served and the citizens of Louisville were out to the affair in large numbers to greet the bishop and his family. PORTSMOUTH N H Portsmouth, N. H.-P. R. Allen Richmond street, returned Monday, January 15, from Crickett Hill, Va., where he had been called by the illness of his father, who was much improved at his departure. Mrs. Hattie Brown, who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. George H. Straughin in Bond street, left Thursday, January 18, for her home in Brooklyn, N. Y. Miss Mary E. Fattillo is confined to her home in Manning street by illness. Ralph Tilley is confined to his home in Dennett street by an attack of rhinomatitis. P # H. Green. The first Christian Endeavor Society ever organized in a Y. M. C. A. was organized last Saturday afternoon in this city. C. M. VanBuren, a member of the race, was chosen second vice-president. The Fortnightly Sewing Circle was entertained last Thursday by Mrs. Flemming Shorts at the residence of the president, Mrs. W. Henry Green, 125 Ford street. After a few sitches were taken a delight lunch was served by the hostess. The Adonis Club was entertained last Friday evening by Jacob Carter at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Herndon. Music, games and dancing were enjoyed by all. A delightful repast was served. Mrs. Louise Beard of Pittsburgh, Pa., formerly of this city, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Herndon of Atkinson street. Mrs. J. S. Herndon gave a theater part in honor of Mrs. Louis Beard last Saturday afternoon. Those present were Mrs. Louise Beard, Mrs. A. C. Adams and Mrs. W. Henry Green. Mr. J. A. Mrs. Robert L. Hunt entertained at dinner last Sunday the Rev. F. D. Louise of Kansas City, Mo. The Uureka Ridge, No. 10, and A. M. need a public attendant to lead Hurricane coming at the hall, 90 State street. They had as their guest Ittella Chapter, No. 7, O. E. S, and a few friends. Muszur was furnished by an orchestra. Miss Nette Mae Bennett, leader Master Howard Lee gave a violin selection; an original poem on Prince Hall was read by F. Grant Glimore; a buffet lunch was served. Mrs. J. S. Herndon entertained at dinner last Sunday in honor of Mrs. Louise Beard of Fitsburgh, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. W. Henry Green entertained at midnight lunch the Rev. F. D. Douglas of Kansas City, Mo. Miss Mary Keeys entertained at dinner in honor of J. Louis Johnson of Chicago. After dinner, Mr. Johnson entertained Mrs. Mae Smith and Miss Sadie Miller at mastice. A Court club was organized Thursday, January 11, at the home of Mrs. Clayburn. The following officers were elected: Mrs. Robert Cottoms, president; Mrs. Taylor, vice-president; Mrs. W. Henry Green, secretary; Mrs. Franklin Bundy, treasurer. They will give a dance Thursday evening, February 1, at Flower City Hall. Their object is to be set apart as a Court of Calanthe by the middle of March. Mrs. Maude E. Arnold was united in marriage to Charles E. Page of Charleston, W. Va., on Sunday, January 14, 1917, at the home of her mother, Mrs. J. Grooms, 46 William street, at 4:30 o'clock. About 25 persons were present. The marriage ceremony was conducted by the Rev. E. D. W. Jones of A. M. E. Zion Church Mrs. Walker Adams rendered the wedding march, "O Promise Me." was sung by J. Frank Magillah. The bride was attired in a traveling suit of blue and gold and carried a bouquet of bridal roses. After the ceremony refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. Page left on the 6:50 train for Washington, to spend a few day, enroute for Charleston. W. Va., where they will make their future name. The prenuptial events were as follows: Card party, Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Sprague; dancing party by the Adonis Club; dinner by Mr. and Mrs. J. Grooms; dinner by Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Mashal. Mrs. J. A. Jentons entertained at dinner a few friends in honor of her sister, Mrs. Mae Smith of Detroit, and J Louis Johnson of Chicago. She was also entertained by Mrs. Frank Price of Wayne place. Mrs. Mae Smith has returned to Detroit, after spending a pleasant two weeks' visit with her mother, Mrs. A. Miller HEMPSTEAD, N. Y.-Mrs. Virginia Mayhew of 22 Hastings place had as her guest on last Sunday Clarence terrace of Hartford, Conn., also Mrs. Steele, her sister-in-law, from Amityville, N. Y. Notwithstanding the great storm on last Sunday evening, a good sized audience heard Rev. M. L. Harvey, the pastor, preach. Next Sunday, January 28, will be quarterly meeting at Zion Church in Hempstead. All indications point to a big day for all in Zion. Love feast in the mornin gat 10:45. At 3 p. m. Rev. W. O. Huff of freeport will preach and his choir will render music for the service. At 7 45 Rev. Charles W. Robinson of Brooklyn will preach. Music by Hempstead choir. The Sunday school of Zion Church is in fine shape. A large number enjoyed the farmers' supper at the parsonage on Saturday evening, January 20. All who were present spent a pleasant evening. The egg hunt, which was given by the Pulpit Aid on Tuesday evening, January 16, was a unique affair. Mrs. Grizel Wilmure carried home 13 fresh eggs from the hunt, which was the largest number any one person found. The shoe social, which will take place on January 30, promises to be a social gathering of unusual interest. Mrs. Taylor, the mother of Mrs. Lazewell on Grove street, is on the sick list. Mrs. Elsworth Jackson was absent from the choir on last Sunday evening because of illness. Ralph and George Graham, nephews of Mrs. A. A. Wells, from Flushing, spent last Sunday in Hepmstead as the guest of their aunt. Mrs. Amiesie Halmand of Prent street, who has been sick for some time, is convalescent. Dr. Harry went to Roslyn to quarterly meeting. WESTBURY. N. X. WESTBURY. N. Y.-Wednesday evening. January 17, the Excelsior Club of the Mt. Zien A. M. E. Church metered I SAKATOGA SPRINGS; N. Y. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y.-On December 28 George Cuff gave a birthday party in honor of his wife, Mrs. Beatrice Cuff. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. J. Lane, Mr. and Mrs. A. Moody, Mr. and Mrs. E. Mays, Mr. and Mrs. J. Marshall, Misses Irene Saynour, Golie Brown, Elizabeth Jackson, Emestine Wentworth, Alice Freeman, Julia Jennings, Rebecca Green and Edith Oliver; Messrs. W. King, C. Kennedy, J. May and Geo. E. Manigault, Games and dancing were enjoyed during the evening. Mrs. Cuff received many useful presents. Mr. and Mrs. James. Brown entertained the Key, and Mrs. E. U. A. Brooks and Mrs. E. Jackson at dinner January 7. Miss Anna Oliver has returned, after spending a week with friends, near Troy, N. Y. Walter L. Hutcherson, financial agent for Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, was the guest of the Ree and Mrs U. A. Brooks last Sunday. In the evening he spoke in the A. M. E. Zinn Church on "Teen Open Door." The local lodge of Good Samaritans was visited by one of the grand officers on January 14. The Centre will celebrate the fifty-third anniversary of the emancipation January 24. The Rev C. H. Brown of schenectady, and the Rev. T. E. Bell, of this city will speak. ELMIRA. N. Y. ELMIRA, N. Y. Services at the Douglass Memorial Church Sunday were conducted by the pastor, the Rev. L. W. Woods, who preached a wonderful sermon in the evening. Topic, "Behold the Lamb of God that takes away the sins of the world" John 10:29. Collection was taken of $16.50. William Sykes and Miss Cassie Bolls of Binghamton, N. Y., were the guests last week of Mr. and Mrs. Noble Vance of 709 Benjamin street. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jones of Oswego, N. Y. have returned to the city and are shopping with Mr. and Mrs. Grafton Dorssey, 711 Dickinson street. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moore, of 901 Lake street, entertained Wednesday night, in honor of Miss Cassie Bolls and William. Sykes of Binghamton, N. Y. Other guests were Mr. and Mrs. Noble Vance, George Powell, Sidney Maddock, Thomas Davis, George Jones, Miss Marie Moore. *Rev. L. L. Woods, pastor of the Douglass Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church, spent a few days in Norwich recently.* Percy Thornton has accepted a position in Rochester, N. Y. Mrs. Joseph Steele spent a few days in New York City last week. M. Howard was in Rochester, N. Y. Mrs. Virgin Wickens, of East Clinton street, who was called to Mountlaurin, N. J., on account of the death of her father, has returned to her home in this city. YONKERS. N. Y. YORKERS, N. Y.—Services at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday, January 21, were as usual. Dr. John J. Sinner preached both morning and evening. Collection for the day, $46. The Sunday school in the afternoon was conducted by the superintendent, Charles S Evans. Many questions of interest were asked by the superintendent and answered by the school. Class No. 2 was the banner class. Mrs. Anna D. Borden is the teacher. In last week's news it reach "collection for the day at Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, $10." It should have read $40. Mrs. McCombs, an old citizen of Yonkers, passed away last week at her home in South Yonkers. Mrs. Conick, mother of Charles and Ed. Conick, passed away Friday at her home in Yonkers. Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Ryerson of 22 Wood place gave to their daughter, Mrs. Zell D. Makly, a birthday lunch on Wednesday, January 17, 1917. The following were present: The Misses Nette and Helen Andrews of New York, Medames Simly Banks, Fredella Simmonson, Louise Middleton and J. S. Mann. Mrs. Louise Middleton of 157 Waverly street is greatly indisposed. W. L. Ryerson of 22 Wod place has been appointed janitor of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad station Yonkers. Miss Grace Foster of Yonkers spent a delightful week in Englewood, N. J., the guest of Miss Lucile Washington. Miss Ella Murry of Charleston, S. C. who has been spending the summer in the north as the guest of her cousins, Mrs. Brown of Englewood and Mrs. Foster of this city, returned home on January 25. ROCHESTER N. Y. ROCHETTE, N. Y.-J. W., Smith, lecuerz, H. G. Harden, assistant inspector; U. H. Keyes and S. R. Hall will attend the annual election of officers of Robles of Mystic Shire January 28 at the Wesmond Hall., 465 Michigan street, Buffalo, N. Y. Also to arrange for a patrol and prepare for the conduction to meet in Detroit, Mich., next August. Marshon Finney entertained Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cottons and Marion, Mrs. Florence Calloway and Mr. Taylor last Friday evening at her home, 112 Joseph avenue. After music and games a delightful repast was served. The Rev F. D Douglas of Kansas City. Me traveling evangelist for the Eon Connection, began a series of meetings Wednesday, January 17. Up until Sunday night 35 have accepted Christ. Please see your agent and set up all accounts and start anew—W. OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE HEMPSTEAD, N. Y. WESTBURY: N. Y. Special Stock Offering! 50,000 SHARES 8% PREFERRED STOCK NAT'L. PHONOGRAPH & PROJECTOR CORPORATION At 75c per share; par value $1 per share Incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware, authorized capital 2,000,000 shares, divided as follows: 1,800,000 shares of common stock and 200,000 shares of $8\%$ preferred stock of which the above offering is a part Factory and Offices: New York City. The company is manufacturing and selling a special motor and hand-driven patented motion picture machine, selling at $100.00 each, now being used by theatres, hotels, institutions, schools, clubs, homes, etc. Can be attached to any ordinary electric light fixture for power and light. No enclosure or booth required, can be operated by anyone, no experience or license necessary. The machine has been passed by the Board of Fire Underwriters. A limited number of shares of the above corporation are being offered for the purpose of raising additional funds with which to increase production, which consequently will increase the profits. The corporation expects to put on the market a new inflammable film to be rented to the user of their machines from which large returns are expected. PROFITS ESTIMATED AT 300% There is no bonded indebtedness, the corporation is economically and carefully managed by officers of the Corporation who are stockholders. The First Stock to be Sold at 75c per share. Only 50,000 shares at this price Take advantage of this opportunity, do not let other people gain wealth while you are thinking it over. We will give gratis without obligation one share of the common stock, (par value $1.00) with each share of the preferred purchased. This offer is limited so act quick and send in your subscription. Dont delay! Buy now before advance in price! Do it today. WHAT YOUR MONEY WILL BUY I hereby subscribe for.....shares of 85% preferred stock of the National Phonograph and Projector Corp. par value $1.00 per share. I am enclosing herewith.....in full payment for this stock at the rate of 75 cents a share. I am also to receive one share of the common stock as a bonus for each share of preferred purchased. I agree to accept return of my money without com- plaint if all of the 50,000 shares are sold before this application reaches you. Not less than 10 shares sold. RUSH THIS COUPON. C. W. Scherer, 74 Broadway, New York City. Dear Sir: I hereby subscribe for 8% preferred stock of the National Ph Projector Corp, par value $1.00 per enclosing herewith in for this stock at the rate of 75 cents a also to receive one share of the comm bonus for each share of preferred agree to accept return of my money plaint if all of the 50,000 shares are so application reaches you. Not less than Name Address to the home of Mrs. Elmira Weeks, 1719 Burgen street, Brooklyn, N. Y. where they were royally entertained by the hostess. Fifteen were present from Westbury, with a large gathering of Mrs. Week's Brooklyn friends. Music and games were the feature of the evening, and a most amusing repast was served. Miss Silvia, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Rushmore, who recently underwent an operation and was seriously ill, is well enough to return to her place of business in New York. Mrs. Annie Payne, who has been confined to her bed for two weeks with a severe attack of grippe, is improving nicely. Rev' W. F. Coffey, pastor of the Mt. Zion A. M. F. Church, Westbury, L. I., has a $300 rally on foot for the purpose of finishing paying off the mortgage. He has already paid $200 on the debt. The first auxiliary of the church to manifest interest in the rally will be the stewardesses. So a social will take place at the home of the president, Mrs. Mary Treadwell, Tuesday night. An enjoyable time is anticipated. Mr. Jeremiah Carman, a well known resident of Westbury, L. I., passed away after a short illness. De was 69 years old and is survived by two sons, Clarence and Townsend Carman. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon fro the Zion M. F. Church, Rev. D. James in catharg. Interment was made at the A. M. E. Zion Cemetery, this village ELMIRA, N. Y. ELIMIRA, N. Y.—Services at the Dowklass Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church were conducted as usual Sunday. In the evening at 8 p. m. the presiding elder, Rev. J. H. Ellison, delivered a fine sermon from Mark 16.15. "Go Ye Unto All the Worl dand Preach My Gospel." The revival services during the past week were interesting. Four were happily converted. Mr. Harvey T. Peggram of Boston, Mass., is in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. George T. Brooks, 516 High street. He will leave on Monday to fill an engagement at the elBhel A. M. E. Church, Binghamton, N. Y. Mr. Peggram is a poetical recorder. Mrs. Leon Gants left the city Thursday evening for Olean, N. Y., to join her husband, who has accepted a position in the Olean Hotel Clarence Lawes of Baldwin street is ill of nervous prostration and to the shock of the death of his father, the late John B. Lawes, a few weeks ago. William Condel, Sr. soda water dispenser at Carble & Calkens' Drug Store on East Water street, returned home from Auburn, N. Y., where he visited his aged mother, who is in the Aunt Harriet Tubman Home. Mr Condel reports his mother is doing fine. Mrs. John A. Wilson of Standish street was indisposed a few days last week. ORGANIZATION LOCATION Factory and Offices: New York bringing and selling a special motor and ha- now being used by theatres, hotels, ins- electric light fixture for power and light experience or license necessary. The ma- sage of the above corporation are being offe- se production, which consequently will put on the market a new inflammable films are expected. OFITS ESTIMATED AT 30 density, the corporation is economically fold at 75c per share. Only 50 opportunity, do not let other people gain SPECIAL BONUS OFFER at obligation one share of the comm purchased. This offer is limited so act qu very now before advance in pr WHAT YOUR MONEY WILL BE 10 shares 120.00 buys 20 shares 240.00 buys 40 shares 480.00 buys 80 shares Other PON. shares of Phonograph and per share. I am in full payment ents a share. I am common stock as a red purchased. I money without com- mercial sale before this than 10 shares sold. Charles W. Sche 74 Broadway Dear S... Please see me garding an invest graph and Project Name. Address CHART INVEST 74 Broadway Mrs. Charlotte Greene fell on the ice Sunday and sprained her ankle very badly. Miss Cassie Boles and William Sykes of Binghamton, N. Y., were the guests of Mrs. Noble Vance of Benjamin street last week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moore of 901 Lake street, entertained Miss C. Boles and William Sykes, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Noble Vance, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Davis, recently. NYACK N. Y. NYACK, N. Y.—Monday evening, January 22, the Women's Social Club surprised Mr. and Mrs. John Sisco at their home, West Main street. Those present, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Thompson Mrs. J. Puyear, Mrs. L. E. Frazier, Mrs. E. Jackson, Mr. and Mrs. N. Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. D. Stroud, M. Fitchet, J. T. Simmons. A most pleasant evening was sepent by all. The Old Fellows gave a fine banquet Monday evening, January 22, white High Cliff Lodge, 2941, G. V. O. O. F. entertained its members and household of Routh. Covers were spread for fifty. Among those present; A. Randolph, G. T. Avery, W. F. Pitts, R. H. Rhodes, Watt, Gatinl, M. Cook, E. Randall, E. Thompson, Ed. Frazier, Mrs. M. Sabate, Mr. and Mrs. J. Duggans, Miss Alice Jackson, Miss A. Stewart, R. H. King. Howard Bell of Burdo Mill street returned home after a two-weeks' vacation on Staten Island and Long Island, N. Y., and are now visiting friends in Sparkill and Piermont on Hudson. Mr. and Mrs. J. Twitty opened a restaurant on West Main street. Wm. H. Myers left Saturday, January 28. He will be away for the winter. UTICA: N. Y URICA, N. Y.-On last Thursday evening the Order of Eastern Star, No. 6, gave a unique ball at Poster's Hall. Owing to the inclement weather, there were about twenty-five couples present, and everyone that was present reported a nice evening. Theodore Pell, who underwent an operation at the Homopathic Hospital recently, returned home last Thursday and savs he is feeling fine. Rev. Robt. Strother, who is confined to his home with pneumonia and grip, is not much better at this writing. He is still confined to his bed. The Rev. Hoffman, of the Tabernacle Baptist church, filled his pulpit at Hope Chapel Union church last Sunday evening. Walter Pell, of 126 Seneca street, is confined to his home with grip, and a very deep cold. During his absence from the garage, his son Harold, is looking after the business. Jacob Schneider, of Liberty street, has been confined to his home with aciae rheumatic the past ten days, the little better the the last day. Dwayer Edmonson, Miss Engle, Semple and Mr. and Mrs. Harry: Wilkinson spent last Thursday evening at a graffona concert given by John F. Robinson at 131 Washington street. An old Dutch lunch was served. Elder G. W. Evans, pastor of, teh Church of God, and Saints of Christ, returned recently from Boston, Mass., where he attended the funeral of Bishop James W. Crowdy. The installation of o'cers for Damon Lodge, No. 6, K. of K. was held Tuesday, January 16, as follows: Chancellor commander Rev. Robt, J. Strother; vice chancellor, Samuel F. Johnson; master of works, Frank Calaway; master of finance, Albert F. Ebo; master of exchequer, A. Fayette Bennett; master-at-arms, Augustus Atkins; prelate, David Edmonson; keeper of records and seal, John F. Robinson; inner guard, Wm. Howard; outer guard, Theodore Pell; twelve and eighteen months' trustees, John Johnson, Frank Calaway and John F. Robinson. The installing officer was the grand district deputy of this District, Samuel Francis Johnson. Mrs. Samuel Freeman, of Whitestboro street, has been suffering with rheumatism the past week, but is now a little better. Augustus Atkins and Miss Jeanette Hines spent last Sunday and evening in Syracuse, N. Y. Miss Carrie Wright has returned after spending twenty days with friends and relatives in Philadelphia, Pa. Wm. Purcell appeared in vaudeville the first half of last week at the Lumber theater; with the Family theater the last half. Mrs. Rebecca Ceaser and grand daughter, Miss Bessie Lewis of Olion, N. Y., spent the week end with her grand daughter, James E. Wormworth. Miss Jennie Lewis of 40 Jay street, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Lewis, Sr., at Iliion, N. Y. ROSSVILLE. N. Y Rossville, N. Y.-Rev. Senora Hall, of Flushing, who is in charge of the revival services at the A. M. F. Zion Church, filled the pulpit both morning and evening, preaching two inspiring sermons. The services will continue throughout the week Mrs. James Part. of, Woodrow road, is on the sick list. Chasl Thomas returned from Maryland, where he has been engaged in caring laborers for the Armour Fertilizer Company. NEWBURG. N. Y Newburgh, N. Y.-Mrs. Effie Plummer, who resides at Yonkers, N. Y. is seriously ill. Mrs. Plummer formerly resided here and is very well known. Mrs. M. J. Tenburke is recovering from a serious attack of pneumonia. The Negro Agricultural and Technical College Controlled and Maintained by the Government of North Carolina and of the U. B. Open All Weekdays for National Seminars. FALL TERM BEGINS SEPTEMBER 1, 1916. Courses leading to Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Mechanics. For Catalog or other information address JAMES B. DUDLEY, President, Greensboro, N. C. ASHEVILLE SCHOOL OF DESIGNING. New French System taught where pupils can cut all the latest patterns by tape measure. Employment given to those who desire to remain in Ashawille. Correspondence Course completed in three weeks. Miss Gertrude Jamison will leave for New York this week, where she will spend the winter. A grand concert and supper was given at the A. D. E. Zion Church at Beacon last Thursday evening. The local talent who participated were Mrs. Margaret Bell, Mrs. Mary Cragg, Miss Amelia Blackwell, Miss Helen Ford and Miss Ethel Ford. The opening address was made by G. W. Miller. AUBURN, N. Y. Auburn, N. Y. — Mrs. George Shorter of Binghamton, was the week-end visitor of Charles and Miss Alda Stewart. She was accompanied home as far as Syracuse by Miss Stewart and Gladys who remained until Sunday, the guests of Miss Mabel Foy. Mrs. Shorter was enroute fro mthe Cook-Payne wedding in Ithaca, N. Y. The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smith will be pleased to learn that they are better after a severe illness. A surprise was tended them by a large number of their friends under the lead of Mr. Henry Jones, r and the Rev P. K. Francville, friday, January 19. The high esteem in which they are held was attested by the presentation of a number of gifts and a substantial purse. Howard Harris is confined to his home in Fitch avenue, with a severe attack of la grippe. The home of Mrs. Francis Brown in Parker street, was the scene of a quiet wedding Saturday, January 19, at 7 o'clock, when Miss Beatrice Jones and Andrew Madison were united in a lively band of matrimony by the Rev. P. K. Fonville. Only the immediate relatives were present. Mr. and Mrs. Madison were attended by Henry Jones, Jr. and Mrs. Alfred Winslow, brother and sister of the bride. A wedding supper was served at the home of the grandparents in Forgette place. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Stewart, Mrs. Albert Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. A. Winslow, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones, Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Henry Jones, Sr., the Misses Althea Stewart, Dorothy Henderson, and Myrtle Brown, and Master Howard Brown and Mrs. Francis Brown. What is expected to be one of the most soul-stirring evangelistic services held in the A. M. E. Zion Church will commence the first week in February. The meeting will be conducted by Miss Lucy Bowles of Louisville. Later Messrs. Carter and Allen, travelling evangelists, will make their appearance. The Rev. C. A. Smith is convoking after having been conferred to his home. Mr. Charles Hardy, Jr. and his brother, William Newborn, were called to their former home in 18ths, Saturday, by the setting times of their sister, Miss Emma Hardy. The Rev. B. R. H. was spotted Wednesday, in Bockingham, who will preside in the Zion Church in that city the Rev. R. J. Rose, pastor, evangelistic services are, being conducted there; by the Rev. Mr. Douglass of Little Rock, Ark. J. W. Gay of Hampden, Va. is stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Reed in Parker street. He was called here as a witness in a legal case being tried in this city. Prof. Lyndon Hoffman Caldwell of Syracuse has resumed his Saturday piano classes in the city after spending several days in Cleveland. Through a mistake the name of Miss Ella Williams was omitted from the list of officers elected by the Court of Calanthe. She holds the office of herald. A number of the colored citizens of Auburn have bee uppromoted to more responsible positions in the International Harvester Co.: Alfred Wnlslow, boss of the tally room, Clarence Stewart, head of the stencil department: Robert Stokes, head stock man and Charles Stewart, head of the Stencil department. An open meeting was held Sunday afternoon at the home of Mrs. R. Richardson in Connell street, to discuss plans for the starting of a Negro Settlement House. Mrs. M. Lowell and Miss Montgomery spoke. Mrs. H. T. Johnson, M. N. G. D., made a trip to New York City and vicinity in the interest of the Order of the Daughters of Ruth. Claude Munson Xyngers of Aurora, spent the week-end in Auburn. Irwinence Kenny of Genova, spent Wednesday in Auburn, the greatest Miss Ivora Brown. Charles Whittaker of Geneva called on the Minnes Digrs, Wednesday. BUFFALO, N.Y. Buffalo, N. Y. —The revival services which were being held at St. Luke's A. M. Zion Church came to a close on Sunday night. The revival was a great success. About forty persons, in all either joined the church outright, after professing religion, or asked to be prayed for, or entered on probation. The evangelist, the Rev. Dr. Phillips of Youngstown, Olfo, was presented a purse of $118 for his excellent services, and left for his home with the prayers and blessings of the pastor and congregation. Among those who attended the annual Scout Master's benquet, held at the Iroquois Hotel, were Major Ollie C. Hall, troop committeeman; the Rev. Dr. Bennett, Count Master; Wm. H. Wright, and George Young, Assistant Scout Master, all of Troop 8, B. S. A. The banquet fee was $1 a plate. Quite a large delegation of Buffaloids will attend the Frederick Douglas-memorial exercises, to be held in the City of Rochester in February. John Green, better known as "Frenchy," died Thursday. His remains, accompanied by his sister, Mrs. James Alexander, was sent to Scottsville, N.Y., for interment. Ludies' day at Yancey's Turkish bath is to be made quite a social affair, beginning with this Thursday. Alfred Alexander Butt, dios of tuberculosis Saturday. His body was taken to the uninterested establishment of Tucker & Hube, where is was prepared for burial and shipped to Oakville, Ont. Charles Gibson met with a serious accident Saturday night at Elmwood must chall, where he was assisting the caterers, Sutton & Fisher, in serving the banquet of the Young Women's Christian Association. The large coffee urn exploded with a terrific report, and the boiling contents scattered all over his body and arms. He was hurried to the general hospital, where at last accounts his chances for recovery are good. Norman Tucker, who had just left the arm, was slightly scaled also, and had a narrow escape from serious injury. Wednesday night, after the regular evening service, a large number of the parishioners of St. Philip's Church visited the rectory and surprised Rector, and Mrs. Bennett. The table was laden with groceries and the many articles necessary to housekeeping. Alexander Parker made a fine speech of presentation. Dr. Bennett responded, and said he hoped that such visited would come often. James Walton is an authorized agent to all stocks and bonds for the firm of Surpeant & Co., with offices in the Marine Bank building. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Keeland, (nee Talbert) have returned from their honeycomb trip to Washington and other Southern cities. Mrs. George Goss, of Curtis, is much better. This book is her usual business within the most recent weeks. Mrs. Mary Dorsey, the poplar caterer, received the news of her great mother at Harrisonburg. Pa. last Monday. She left immediately for Harrisonburg. St. Philip's Young Men's Guild, presented an exceptionally fine program Sunday at its monthly sacred concert. The features most pleasing weer the solos by James Walton, T. R. Cooper (recently of the Williams & Walker aggregation), and Nelson Jackson, the boy soprano of St. Philip's; the instrumental duet by the Howard brothers, with cell and piano; violin solo by Harry Philips, and the splendid essay and oration of Warden Hall expressed great pleasure at the large attendance, and announced that Haymond Jackson was elected baseball manager and Leon Hall captain. Many Buffalo boronrs are enjoying lucrative positions of trust and honor in a number of the large business concerns of the city. Among them are: Chas. Spellman, a molder at the Buffalo Iron Works, who draws a salary of $100 per week; Miss Prim and Misa Carrie Washington, are lady attendants in the Erie Bank and the Marine Bank, respectively, and Miss Bertha Hill is a stenographer in the office of the State Insane Assylum. Miss Alice Taylor and Miss Brown are employed as clerks in the Hamlin Company department store. Herbert Darling, officer milk inspector of Buffalo is now engaged in the automobile business of Nugara street. HILLEBURN, N.Y. Hillburn, N. 2. W. H. Van Dunk, who has been each year for weeks with Pneumonia, died Twenty-night. Age 69 years. Mrs. George Powell will confine her bed with them all. Mrs. sarah silveri and Mrs. Peter Suthern of Paterson, N. J. Paid a flight to M. and M. George Powell on Sund day. DISGRUNTLED NATIVE SONS. One derives keen satisfaction from the thought that he has attained distinction at the home of his birth; one also derives keen satisfaction from the thought that he has attained distinction in some community far from the home of his birth. But after all, making good is the chief consideration involved. The question of place matters little after vanity has been personally appeased. So, when a Negro, born in the South, wins recognition in the North, the home of his adoption, or vice versa, the outstanding facts are that he made a name for himself and honored his race. Whence he came is of no vital importance. There are a few colored men born in Greater New York who never take kindly to the rise of one who originally came from some other section of the country to make name and fame. No matter if the party has been a citizen of good standing in the community for a quarter of a century or more, if high honors are bestowed upon him it is an occasion to certify native sons to turn green with envy, and they proceed to make themselves ridiculous by indulging in foolish talk, giving a disinterested and fair-minded person an opportunity to readily gauge the depths of their shallow mind. The Negro born in the South comes in for more criticism than all others. "He is a Southern Negro," is quite often disparagingly said of some member of the race who, after years of struggle and sacrifice, has attracted the favorable attention of the leading white and colored citizens of the community. Eaten up with conceit, selfishness and insane jealousy, these native sons in question, although posing as loyal race men, and eager to be leaders of those who come from Dixie and elsewhere, are unable to understand why a citizen, born in the South, should be given preference over them. They are blind as a bat to merit and true worth. In some boroughs there are native sons who cut a ridiculous figure and have for years, due to their futile opposition to everything and everybody outside of their narrow sphere. Like the radical Southern demagogue, they spend so much time in a fruitless endeavor to do others harm that they are never in a position to help themselves. They sputter and spout when the statement is made that "this is a white man's country," but really believe New York and Brooklyn are for the native-born city, and all honors should be bestowed on them. New York is a cosmopolitan city. People of all races come here to better their condition. Quite often one has been a success at home, but comes to the country's greatest metropolis to seek broader fields. Competition is greater here than any place in this world. But instead of some native sons taking off their hats to members of the race for suc- REAL CHRISTIANITY. About the last place that the Negro in the South has learned by experience to look for help in his struggle upward has been the Southern church. We have often said that if the church in the South united in taking a Christian stand on the race problem, conditions would almost immediately be better. But the church has been mum on the question. Whenever it has broken its silence, it has generally been to speak against rather than for us. There have been more than a few cases where men in southern pulpits have defended lynching, and some have gone so far as to declare their willingness to lead a mob. We have never heard that the utterance of any of these men were ever condemned by, their congregations, their denominations or the church at large in the South. So it comes almost as a surprise to hear Dr. W. D. Weatherford, a Texan by birth and a graduate of Vanderbilt University, and since 1901 a secretary of the International Young Men's Christian Associations for the South, in addressing the Negro Organization Society of Virginia on race relations, use some real Christian doctrines. Dr. Weatherford in his address met the question fairly without any qualifications. He did not limit himself to wanting to see the Negro reach that place which is "best for him"; he squared the Negro's aspirations and needs by the aspirations and needs of humanity. His speech was too long to reproduce here, so we quote, from the Evening Post, only a few paragraphs: The time has come, therefore, when our religious teaching must catch step with the teaching of Jesus. For centuries men have become religious when they have been 'converted to God.' If we are to act on the principles of Jesus, we must go further and be converted to men also. "It seems therefore that understanding between the races is a common problem with understanding between the classes. It is a great human problem; it is part of our great social problem. How can we get white men and colored men to live side by side in friendly and brotherly relationship? When we view our topic in this light, we see that the great problem is how to get men on both sides of the color line to set aside their prejudice and hatred and scorn and to think of each other as human beings who are capable of growing into real goodness and worth. I want to say here to-night what I have said from many other platforms, that I am not interested in the Negro as a Negro, but I am interested in him as a human being capable of developing into real worth. This, it seems to me, must be the attitude for which we strive on both sides of the color line. There are signs that this is coming." Dr. Weatherford strikes at the heart of the question when he says that he is not interested in the Negro as a Negro, but as a human being. That is the kind of interest the race wants. A too common sort of interest in the Negro is similar to the interest a kind hearted man has in good horse. Dr. Weatherford said further: "It is a happy day in race adjustment come to realize that the descendant worth and are growing into increasing is a still happier day when the color a genuine confidence in themselves and increasing self-appreciation and deter world's work is just another way of all life. When the downmost man look the world square in the face; when a worthy part to play in the struggle a way to compel the respect and recognized higher up on the ladder of power. The average Southern minister—ones too—on such an occasion would tudes about the rewards of humility and long-suffering. Dr. Weatherford urgency preciation and a determination to have to hold up their heads and look the way prefer the Christianity of this Y. M. C. sugar brand usually doled out by preside. If white ministers throughout the North, for that matter, would take the by Dr. Weatherford, there would come whole race question. a day in race adjustment when the that the descendants of form- lowing into increasing efficiency day when the colored people be face in themselves and their work preparation and determination to just another way of asserting sa- tion the downmost man begins to he square in the face; when he begins play in the struggle of the race, the respect and recognition of o- n the ladder of progress. Southern minister—and a g man occasion would have got wards of humility and meakin. Weatherford urged his au- dermination to have a share heads and look the world squa- city of this Y. M. C. A. secret doled out by preachers. Masters throughout the South, letter, would take the real C. d, there would come a miracle "It is a happy day in race adjustment when the white people have come to realize that the descendants of former slaves have real worth and are growing into increasing efficiency and goodness. It is a still happier day when the colored people have begun to have a genuine confidence in themselves and their worthy destiny. This increasing self-appreciation and determination to have a share in the world's work is just another way of asserting sacredness and value of all life. When the downmost man begins to hold his head up and look the world square in the face; when he begins to feel that he has a worthy part to play in the struggle of the race, then he is in a fair way to compel the respect and recognition of other men who have climbed higher up on the ladder of progress. The average Southern minister—and a good many Northern ones too—on such an occasion would have gotten off the old platitudes about the rewards of humility and meakness and patience and long-suffering. Dr. Weatherford urged his audience on to self-appreciation and a determination to have a share in this world's work; to hold up their heads and look the world square in the face. We prefer the Christianity of this Y. M. C. A. secretary to the milk and sugar brand usually doled out by preachers. If white ministers throughout the South, and throughout the North, for that matter, would take the real Christian stand taken by Dr. Weatherford, there would come a miraculous change in the whole race question. THE CASE REVERSED. The papers of Augusta, Ga., of a very serious crime alleged to have Clark, a county baliff. Clark for seven night watchman to guard a quantity in the courthouse. The crime with wi with attempt to commit rape upon a c Briefly stated, the story of the word accosted her as she was passing three about 10 o'clock at night and asked her went into the building and Clark pr whiskey. He drank a part of it and gave went into an adjoining room where he to prevent "the boss from finding out the courthouse." She was about to le made improper proposals to her. Upon his pistol. The white officer's story is, nature runs like this: He found the woman and when he asked her, what she was looking for some whiskey. He found ceeding, they go about with a grouch, venting their spleen, never having a good word for anyone. Were Doughlass and Langston alive in New York today they would be objects of censure as was Booker T. Washington. Augusta, Ga., of a recent crime alleged to have been off. Clark for several months guard a quantity of contraband. The crime with which he committed rape upon a colored woman the story of the woman is as she was passing through the night and asked her if she was hiding and Clark produced a part of it and gave her the room where he said he was from finding out that he he was about to leave the宿舍 to her. Upon her refusal her story is, naturally, some found the woman trying to offer what she wanted, she miskey. He found it nessessary about with a their spleen, good word for douglass and New York to-objects of cen-T. Washing-put many things into circulation other sections and Carnegies. New Yorkers was not born was a native The papers of Augusta, Ga., of a recent date carry the report of a very serious crime alleged to have been committed by Albert Clark, a county baliff. Clark for several months has been acting as night watchman to guard a quantity of contraband whiskey stored in the courthouse. The crime with which he is charged is assault with attempt to commit rape upon a colored woman. Briefly stated, the story of the woman is as follows: The officer accosted her as she was passing through the courthouse grounds about 10 o'clock at night and asked her if she wanted a drink. She went into the building and Clark produced a half-pint bottle of whiskey. He drank a part of it and gave her the balance. He then went into an adjoining room where he said he would hide the bottle to prevent "the boss from finding out that he had been drinking in the courthouse." She was about to leave the building when Clark made improper proposals to her. Upon her refusal, he beat her with his pistol. The white officer's story is, naturally, somewhat different and runs like this: He found the woman trying to enter the courthouse and when he asked her what she wanted, she replied that she was looking for some whiskey. He found it necessary to strike her sev- ceeding, they go about with a grouch, venting their spleen, never having a good word for anyone. Were Douglass and Langston alive in New York today they would be objects of censure as was Booker T. Washington put many thousands of dollars into circulation daily, hail from other sections. The Rockefellers and Carnegies are not native-born New Yorkers. Abraham Lincoln was not born in the North—he was a native of Kentucky. Many of New York's leading judges and prominent public men were not even born in the United States, but they are highly respected citizens just the same. The majority of wealthy people now residing in New York City, who of a recent date carry the report to have been committed by Albert several months has been acting as utility of contraband whiskey stored with which he is charged is assault on a colored woman. The woman is as follows: The officer her through the courthouse grounds her if she wanted a drink. Sheark produced a half-pint bottle of and gave her the balance. He then he said he would hide the bottle out that he had been drinking in to leave the building when Clark Upon her refusal, he beat her with naturally, somewhat different and man trying to enter the courthouse wanted, she replied that she was found it necessary to strike her sev-put many thousands of dollars into circulation daily, hail from other sections. The Rockefellers and Carnegies are not native-born New Yorkers. Abraham Lincoln was not born in the North—he was a native of Kentucky. The few disgruntled native sons who are a menace to society go about with a chip on their shoulder because they have been unable to realize their ambition of becoming real race leaders. Why they have been a failure in life is obvious. Seeking to ridicule citi- eral times to make her leave the premises, and when she did leave she told him she was going to the police barracks and swear that he had tried to commit rape upon her. The woman, Katie Frederick, did go immediately to the police barracks and tell her story, and when Clark was questioned he told his. Now, no twelve sane men would need to hesitate three minutes between these stories, just as they stand, to judge who was telling the truth; but there was still further evidence to corroborate the story told by the woman. After Katie had related her story at police headquarters in the presence of the sheriff, the sheriff proceeded to the courthouse to talk with Clark. Clark told his side of the affair as related above, but on being further interrogated he admitted to the sheriff that he had opened the door to find out what the woman wanted, and also that he had given her a drink of whiskey; he, however, declared that she got no farther than the corridor of the basement floor and that he had to resort to violence to make her leave the building. Nevertheless, the sheriff found drops of blood on the second floor corridor and according to the woman's story, it was on the second floor that the officer assaulted her. Clark told a clumsy story. His yarn about a colored woman trying to break into the courthouse to get a drink of contraband whiskey, and about how he defended that whiskey by clubbing the woman over the head with his revolver was too absurd for consideration even by a Georgia sheriff; so he was arrested. But he was not kept in jail very long, for the same paper gives the account of the alleged crime also reports that Mr. Clark is out on bond. It is needless to make any comment on the character of Katie Frederick. Even if she did not attempt to break into the courthouse to get at the whiskey stored there, she did, according to her own confession go up into the building and accept a drink from the bailiff, so she cannot be held up as any model of virtue. But that is entirely aside from the point. By the laws of humanity and by the laws of every country a woman of the worst character has the same rights over her body that the purest woman can claim. From all appearances here is a reverse case of the "usual crime," and we are going to watch closely to see what the courts of Georgia are going to do about it. Here is a case which should be closely watched and followed by the colored people of Augusta. It will not do to let it slide by with the excuse that the woman was this or that. If this case is not decided according to the law and the facts, simply because Katie Frederick is colored, no colored woman under the jurisdiction of that court could be certain of receiving better consideration. CURRENT BOMBAST. A few weeks ago we had so for illustrations of that style of w Lowell used in his "Biglow Paper article until this week, we should ample from the current daily paper. The Southern Relief Society resolutions on the death of Admiral beginning to end are done in w ing," but we shall quote only on contrast, we shall quote a paragrainute. In his tribute Mr. Roosevelt Admiral Dewey was one of no other single service by a service he rendered this country Bay. He was as typical an Amea a deep-water and shoal-water ad That is strong, simple language us glance at the paragraph in Southern Relief Society: But to see a glorious life, re nificent accomplishments and gre en into all the noblest aims of exist tery moaning through the heart There undoubtedly are som will seem "beautiful" for the very thing. And aside from the fact it absurdity by the use of superla worse by speaking of Dewey's life lived to be nearly eighty years old A few weeks ago we had something to say about bombast, and for illustrations of that style of writing we took some examples which Lowell used in his "Biglow Papers." Had we put off writing the article until this week, we should have been able to get a fine example from the current daily papers. The Southern Relief Society in Washington adopted a set of resolutions on the death of Admiral Dewey. These resolutions from beginning to end are done in what the rhetoriceans call "fine writing," but we shall quote only one paragraph. But first, by way of contrast, we shall quote a paragraph from Theodore Roosevelt's tribute. In his tribute Mr. Roosevelt said: Admiral Dewey was one of the finest figures in American life, and no other single service by any American living ranks with the service he rendered this country on that May morning in Manila Bay. He was as typical an American fighting sailor man, as typical a deep-water and shoal-water admiral as Farragut himself. That is strong, simple language that carries conviction. Now let us glance at the paragraph from the resolutions adopted by the Southern Relief Society: But to see a glorious life, resplendent in the perfection of magnificent accomplishments and great energies, infusing itself like elixir into all the noblest aims of existence, suddenly perish sends a mystery moaning through the heart of all humanity. There undoubtedly are some people to whom this paragraph will seem "beautiful" for the very reason that it does not mean anything. And aside from the fact that the sentiment is weakened to absurdity by the use of superlatives, why make the whole thing worse by speaking of Dewey's life as suddenly perishing, when he lived to be nearly eighty years old? zens, who, born in the South have come to New York and forged to the front, is nothing short of a display of viciousness. A census would show that over three-fourths of the colored people living in New York either came from the South or their parents did. Investigation would further bring to light that New York's colored citizens who originally came from Dixie rank high as to achievement. If Negroes, especially would-be-leaders, are going to raise the question as to where one winning recognition was born, we next expect to hear of points being raised as to the color of skin or the texture of hair. Why should some of us, posing as loyal Americans of broad mind, protest so loudly against discriminations practiced by white people, when we would discriminate against our own? THE TUSKEGEE CONFERENCE THE AGE commends Dr. Robert R. Moton and his associates of the Twenty-sixth Annual Tuskegee for coming out squarely against the mistreatment of Negroes in the South. There was no "pussyfooting" on questions of vital interest to both races. The declarations adopted by the conference, while expressing the be- something to say about bombast, and writing we took some examples which pers." Had we put off writing the old have been able to get a fine ex- cipers. By in Washington adopted a set of oral Dewey. These resolutions from that the rhetoriceans call "fine write the paragraph. But first, by way of graph from Theodore Roosevelt's tri- celt said: In the finest figures in American life, any American living ranks with the y on that May morning in Manila American fighting sailor man, as typical miral as Farragut himself. Usage that carries conviction. Now from the resolutions adopted by the splendent in the perfection of mag- at energies, infusing itself like elixir ence, suddenly perish sends a mys- of all humanity. The people to whom this paragraph by reason that it does not mean any- that the sentiment is weakened to atives, why make the whole thing life as suddenly perishing, when he ed? lief that there are great and permanent opportunities for the masses of the race in the Southland, made it known in plain language that in order to keep the Negro in the South the white people must provide better opportunities for making money, better educational facilities and better protection under the law. Dr. Moton, in his principal address, made a strong speech for a square deal. In plain language and void of pretentiousness, the new head of Tuskoogee asked that the Negro receive better treatment at the hands of the white people of the South. What he said about the rights and treatment demanded by the Negro could not have been stronger. The time has come when the colored and white people of the South can meet as men and discuss, without reservation, subjects in which both races are deeply concerned. THE AGE believes that the Twenty-sixth Annual Tuskogee Conference has opened the way for more frank and helpful discussions between the races in the South, discussions which will bring colored and white men to a quicker realization that the cooperation of both races is absolutely necessary in order to bring about a condition which will be mutually beneficial to all. The dedication of the Dunbar High School, Washington, last week, beginning Monday and end- ing Friday, was more than a local event, because the school is located at the seat of the national government, because the half million dollars it cost to build it was appropriated by the national Congress, and because the man for whom the school is named is not only famous in song and story, but illustrated in his work an interpretation of Negro feeling and sentiment and aspiration. What Paul Laurence Dunbar did for the Negro people in song and story Robert Burns did for the Scotch people and Thomas Moore for the Irish people and John Bunyan for the English people. The thousand students who every day attend the Dunbar High School will, consciously and subconsciously; be aided in their daily work and in their work when they have finished the school work, by the inspiration of a great name. Washington has some fifty school buildings where colored children and youths are trained for the large work of life, and it is not too much to say they are among the finest structures in the land devoted to such purpose, and that they are conducted with the highest aim best to serve the life purpose of those for whom they were dedicated. The great outpouring of the people all of the week, overflowing the seating capacity of the immense structure, showed how earnestly, as Judge Terrell remarked, the people appreciate the advantages of education afforded them in the District of Columbia. THE PRESIDENT'S SPEECH. President Wilson appeared before the Senate Monday and outlined the conditions under which the United States would participate in a conference with other powers for world peace. We must confess that we are, as usual, somewhat mystified after reading some of the President's fine phrases. When he says "The world can be at peace only if its life is stable, and there can be no stability where the will is in rebellion, where there is not tranquillity of spirit and a sense of justice and freedom and of right," we wonder if some sections of the United States are included in the world. And, when he says "No peace can last or ought to last which does not recognize and accept the principle that governments derive all their just powers from the consent of the governed," we become more mystified. But when, speaking of Mr. Wilson's speech, Senator Tillman refers to it as "the noblest utterances fallen from human lips since the Declaration of Independence, because it is based on justice and liberty, the two bedrock principles of modern civilization," and when Bloke Smith says it is "an appeal to the people of the world for sanity and justice," we find ourselves in such a state of studied perplexity that we have decided to let some of the administration papers extricate us from our mental entanglement. WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY ADVERTISING IN RACE PAPERS. To the Editor of The Age: It was no doubt a delight to many of your readers to see the letter from A Lee last week, dealing with the question of colored business men advertising in race papers. This is a very important question, dealing in a big way with the future progress of the race, and I am talking this opportunity to quote from a letter which I received just after the publication of my article, "Reaching the Colored Man's Purse," which appeared in The Layman Printer and about which you very kindly commented editorially some weeks ago. The letter came from the president of one of the oldest and most successful of the advertising agencies (white) in the country. "The great handicap in conveying a sales message to the Nexro people lies in the difficulty and I might say almost impossible, of doing business with the Nexro publications. We have accounts now that we would like to place in all of the Nexro publications if they would handle it on a business-ready basis, with the majority of the Nexro publications absolutely refuse to extend credit to us or any other advertising agency or advertiser. Of course, you can understand on the face of it that it is unreasonable for any agency or advertiser to pay for advertising in advance, inasmuch as they necessarily want to see that their advertisements are inserted and inserted properly before paying for them. To further compliment this difficult situation, we find it almost invariably true that when we do place it contract with a Negro publication, we are likely to send them to send us copies of the publications in which our advertisements appear, so that we can check same and consistently bill our clients. "Of course, the situation that holds good with us holds good also with any other reputable agency or advertiser; and as you can readily note, creates a situation which makes it impossible for an advertiser to reach the Negro through the latter's publications. A very striking example of this occurred some time ago, when we sent out electros for one of our clients to more than a hundred Negro publications, and then succeeded in placing our clients with only twenty, due to fact that the majority of them did not even take the trouble to answer our letter. . . Now here is an actual example of an instance where business is offered to the Negro publications and cannot be "placed." . . In replying to this letter, I said in defense of the Negro press that one reason for their unwillingness to do business with advertising agencies was that no other group of publishers suffered as much at the hands of "agencies" as did the Negro publishers. Too many "fly by night" advertising agencies have gotten the confidence of the Negro publishers and then left them "high and dry" and gone out of business owing the publishers considerable sums for advertising space. All this has tended to shake the confidence of the Negro publisher in everything that looks like an advertising agency. However, there is another side and that is this: There has not yet been that meeting of the Negro publishers for the purpose of seriously addressing themselves, collectively, to the problems of circulation and advertising. Some such distinct organization in which all the publishers worked together with heart and soul would its activities automatically eliminate耻辱 and unravelable would formulate definite plans for increasing circulations and standardizing them and could eventually do some permanently constructive work in securing a share of the nation's advertising business. As indicated in this letter, from which I quoted above, there is certainly a growing appreciation of the importance of the purchasing power of the Negro, on the part of the national advertisers, but these men are accustomed to the highest class service and co-operation from the white publishers, and until we can secure that same organized and efficient service among our publishers we cannot hope to secure a larger share of the substantial advertising business of the country. An organization of this character would also bring the best business brains of our race into helpful contact with the best business brains of the white race and the prestige of the race would be correspondingly increased. ALBON L. HOLSEY. Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. PHILADELPHIA, PA. PHILADELPHIA, PA.—Bishop W. Plimmer of Boston, Mass., was stalled as presiding bishop of the Church of God and Saints of Christ on Wednesday as a successor to the late Bishop J. W. Crowdy. The State Board of Charities recommended to the Legislative appropriation committee $14,000 for Mercy Hospital, $1915 they received $10,000. The Douglass Hospital asked for $45,000, but the State Board this year did not recommend anything. Death came suddenly to Samuel Keto, whose body was found in bed at his home, 518 South Tenth street, Monday morning, and Charles Hodge, Lombard street near Tenth, who collapsed in a restaurant on Seventh street near Pine, Samuel Nottingham, elevator operator at the Sheridan Budding, Ninth and Sansom streets, was shaken up and slightly bruised Tuesday when two cables controlling the elevator broke and permitted the car to drop from the third floor to the basement. John Boyer is in the Polyclinic Hospital. He was struck on the head with a hatchet, sustaining injuries of a serious nature. Henry Brooks was arrested as the alleged assailant. G. Grant Williams was re-elected president of the Progressive Business Association. It now has a membership. It now. The Rev. John Saunders of 616 South Sixteenth street was publicly ordained at the Tenth Street Baptist Church in Camden on Tuesday evening. 8CRANTON, PA Scranton, Pa.—Bethel was given a rate treat last Sunday morning and evening, on hearing two very forceful sermons from the Rev. Alice Wante, of Brooklyn, N. Y. one of the young evangelists of our race. The pastor, the Rev G W Williams, is to be compliment upon the selection of clergy that fill his pulpit from time to time. Friday night's class was largely attended. The Rev. W. R. Thomas, of Zion A. M. E. Church, Montrose Pa., worshipped at Bethel last Sunday. Mrs. Sharper and children returned home Saturday night from Atlantic City after visiting the former's mother, who was quite ill. On the sick list are Mrs. Wm Crampton, Mr. and Mrs. John Jackson, Alex Patterson, Mr. Reed, Mrs Mitchell, Mrs Edward Meyers is ablite to be out again, after several weeks' illness. Mrs Margery Wilson is about again, after a two weeks' illness. Mrs Clara Stackhouse and Miss Jennie Jackson are convalescent, after suffering greatly from colds. Mrs. Gloster will leave for Detroit Mich. next Thursday to join her husband. During the visit of the Misses Priscilla Chahbers and Ethel Jackson, trained nurses at the Douglas Hospital, Philadelphia, and Miss Carrie Jones of New York City, Miss Amy Dorsey entertained in their honor. The Ladies' Home Circle met at Mrs. G W Brown's last Friday night. A very pleasant evening was spent. Any one having news kindly sent to Mrs. Dorssey, R. 432 North Irving avenue, or call up Bell 2235-1. Washington Bureau, The New York Age, 609 F Street N. W. T. Thomas Fortune, Manager WASHINGTON, D. C.—The entire membership of the Colored Democracy, with the exception of Bishop Alexander Walters of New York, A. C. Manning of Indiana, W. T. Scott of Illinois and A. Ross of New York, appear to have dropped into Washington and out of at an rapid succession, since the November elections. All of them, except Adam E. Patterson of Chicago, who declined to stand for confirmation as registrar of the treasury, when Senator Vardaman and other fire-eaters demanded that he do so, have been as mum as clans at high tide. Most of them have got here in advance of the inauguration. What does it mean? What did they accomplish? Why were they so wisely munt? Perhaps they have learned by experience that big delegations and loud talking are an abatement at the White House. It is said that among those who have visited the White House in the past forty days are Carnelus A. Hughes and M. Macon, Webster of New York, S. A. T. Watkins of Illinois, whose law partner is Col. Franklin A. Dennison, and Adam E. Patterson. It is said they all got the glad hand and broad smile, and nothing more, except the Rev. R. W. Christian of Kentucky, who within twenty-four hours after he came here last week got a special agent's job in the Census Bureau with desk room and a roving commission. Mr. Patterson broke out in the Evening Star with a thunderous interview and disgusted all the other Democrats who have adopted the tactics of "Saw wood and mum's the word." If the Colored Democrats of the country do not receive more Presidential good things in the second term than they do in the first administration of President Wilson, the coop of Colored Democrats is sure to grow beautifully smaller as we approach the election of 1921. ..... --- At the regular meeting of the Women's Wage-earners' Association, at the Columbia Academy, last Sunday, President Jeannette Carter introduced Joseph R. Toone and K. E. Donaldson of the American Federation of Labor, who spoke interestingly an informingly to the good number who were present, despite the bad weather conditions, on the principles of the Federation. Prof. A. Wellington Adams of the Columbia Academy rendered two vocal solos, accompanying himself on the piano, and delighted the gathering with his inished technique. It developed duluring the address of Mr. Toone, who is the general organiser of the Federation for this district, that the colored wage-earners of the District of Columbia are more generally organized than is known. The following organizations here have characters from the American Federation of Labor and are working in good standing. Jeamsters, No. 128, Waiters' Union, No. 72b; Elevator Operators, No. 153; Barbers' Union, No. 305; Building Labor, No. 46; Colored Laundry Union, No. 110; Brickmakers and Terra Cotta Workers' Union, No. 106; Colored School Janitors, No. 1492. The colored printers are affiliated with the white organization, the Hod Carriers have a charter, but are inactive at present. --- It should be generally known, according to Organizer Loone, that the American Federation of Labor will issue a charter to any required number of colored workers and give them the same benefits given other race groups. Harry S. Keelan and bride, formerly Miss Sarah May 'Lalbert of Buffalo, lett Washington Wednesday, January 17, for LaSalle, a suburb of Niagara Falls, their future home. Mr. Keelan, who is employed as a research chemist by one of the large chemical concerns at Niagara Falls, has, since November 18, been engaged in making an exhaustive examination of certain German, French and Italian chemical processes on file in the U. S. Patent Office for his firm. He finished his work Wednesday morning. ♠ ♠ ♠ The Get-Together Committee of the Alumnus Association of Howard University are making a strenuous effort to secure the $10,000 pledged to the Alumnus Gymnasium Fund in connection with the half century celebration of the university's existence. Robert Pelham is chairman of the committee and Shelley J. Davidson is president of the General Alumnus Association. It is interesting to note that there are some 1,000 graduates of Howard University residing in the District of Columbia and some 8,000 in other parts of the country. The local association here is doing "all that it can to induce as many of the graduates as can do so to attend the half-century celebration. At the Get-Together meeting in the chapel Wednesday, January 18, Rev. D. E. Wiseman, president of the local association, called upon Dr. Stephen M. Newman, president of the university, for the invocation, and brief addresses were made by Thomas W. Turner, the Rev. J. D. Pair, Dr. W. A. Warfield, Thomas Walker and John R. Hawkins. The stereotype part of the program, with R. A. Pollham in charge and acting as interlocutor, presented in a pleasing, witty and pocular vein scenes and meditations in university and alumni life and local surroundings. Mr. Piper operated the machine. Rival inauguration committees of one sort and another promise to put plenty of snap and sugar into the social activities of Inauguration week. The Oldest Inhabitants' Association is busily perfecting its plans and, being very popular, always has a large following. The interest that the large colored citizenship of the District of Columbia like in the splendid public schools placed at their disposal was shown from Monday to Friday inclusive, when there was continuous celebration of the dedication of the Paul Laurence Dunbar High School of which Garnet C Wilkinson is principal. The building cost some $554,000, which was appropriated by Congress, and is only one of fifty-one school buildings provided for colored pupils, said to be among the finest. group of such school buildings in the country. The presence of the aged mother of the post was one of the features of the celebration. Among those who made addresses during the progress of the dedication were Associate Justice F. L. Siddons, Louis Brownlow, Dr. John Van Schaik, E. L. Thurston, Roscoe C. Bruce, Archibald-H. Grimke, S. D. Fess, Jacob E. Mecker, Snowuen Ashford, Philander P. Claxton, Mrs. Coralie F. Cook, Edward C. Williams, Kelly Miller, Justice Robert H. Terrell, Rev. D. E. Wigman, James A. Cobb, Rev. A. C. Garner, Mrs. J. M. Layton, Rev. Sterling W. Brown, Dr. Albert Collins, W. W. Cohran, Henry J. Davis, Mrs. Gabrielle Pelham, Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, former principals W. S. Montgomery Mrs. Anna J. Cooper and W. J. T. Jackson. Wednesday night was musical night, when the honors were divided between organ recitals by Roy W. Tibba and vocal recitals by Harry T. Burfeigh. Cole Stinnett, who has a commission from a large manufacturing establishment at Erie, Pa., to secure reliable colored laborers, says he has met with splendid success and that the men employed by his company are doing well and conforming to the rules of living and conduct made with the men by the company. Only the best class of men—men who wish to better their condition and to get along in life—would work long governed by such rules—requiring no gambling, no drinking, proper and regular training and the like. Mr. Stinnett is an ex-regular of the Tenth cavalry, and while engaged in his present work things of taking to the ministry as his life work. Representative L. C. Dyer of Missouri spoke at John Wesley Church on last Monday night on his bill appropriating $100,000 for the erection of a monument in Washington to the Negro soldiers of the country. Gen. Isaac R. Sherwood of Ohio and Representative Hulbert of New York spoke also. The Federation of Colored Women's Clubs of the District of Columbia entertained the Bethel Literary and Historical Society on last Tuesday evening at Lincoln Temple Congregational Church. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Editor W. Calvin Chase and Attorney E. M. Hewlett have returned from a trip to Memphis, where they went to testify in the case of United States vs. Corleius J. Jones. John C. Reeves, Jr., of York, Pa., an employee of the War Department, died in this city on January 19. The body was taken to York for interment by the father of the deceased. Dr. M. Alethia Crews spoke before the Women's Wage-Earners' Association on last Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Matilda Dimbar, mother of Paul Laurence Dunbar, the poet, spoke at a meeting of the Bethel Literary and Historical Association on Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock in the Metropolitan A. M. F. Church. Other speakers were Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, Mrs. C. H. Steepleman, Mrs Le Conte Dodge and Sergeant Dally Ferrior of Troop C. tenth cavalry. Music was furnished by the Ashbury M. E. Church choir. Pat Mitchell, a former resident of Savamah, Ga.; died January 17, at 2 p. m. at Freedman's Hospital. Mitchell was a railway postal-clerk for over twenty years. He was fifty-one years old and had lived in Washington for twenty-two years. He leaves a daughter, Mrs Theresa Mitchell Pleasants, and a son, Edgar F. Mitchell. BRIEF REVIEW OF THE D. OF C. NEGRO SCHOOLS Washington, D. C.—One of the most interesting addresses delivered during the week of the dedication of the Dunbar High School, named in honor of the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, poet laureate of the race, was that made by Judge Robert H. Terrell, in which he reviewed the growth of the colored schools in Washington. He spoke in part as follows: I always take pride in saying that I am in part a product of the schools of Washington. In days gone by I was connected with them as pupil and as teacher. In the early days of the high school it was my good fortune to have as a teacher the first colored woman Oberlin College honored with the degree of bachelor of arts. It was here, too, that I gained inspiration from the first colored man Harvard College sent out as a graduate. Later on it was my privilege to serve in the same school as teacher and principal. Back in 1807, just one hundred and ten years ago, three men of color—George Bell, Nichol S. Franklin and Moses Liverpool—built with their own hands the first school house for colored youth in the District of Columbia. These men had all been slaves. None could read or write. At the time this school house was completed and its doors thrown open there were only hour hundred and ninety-four free colored persons in this District. At first the school was conducted by a white teacher, and after him another white teacher. And then, about 1820, a colored man took charge of it. His name was John Adams. He was the first person with Negro blood in his veins who ever taught school in the District of Columbia. It is a long distance from that one small frame building of a hundred years ago, with its fifty-one pupils and a fifty-one graduate school buildings for colored children, the hundred and seventy-three colored school teachers, and the enrollment of eighteen thousand, four hundred and forty-four Negro pupils today. We take pride in the educational system of the District of Columbia. It is strong in every detail, and, I believe, unsurpassed by that of any community in our country. The Dunbar High School is in the front rank of the secondary schools of this country, and there we want it to remain for all time. The name Dunbar should she an inspiration to every one of the thousand and more pupils who assemble here from day to day. It is well that this son of genius should have been honored in this splendid manner, for in the brief period of his life he did a work of investigative value to his people. His name and his fame even now occupy a high place in the literary annals of our coun- You will be Astounded Feb'y. 15th when you read the announcement in of the wonderful premium to be offered to subscribers of THE NEW try. And it will take a still higher one in the years to come, when race and color are disregarded and forgotten. RAHWAY, N. L WAY, N. PJ. -Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Watson, parents of Mrs. Daniel Edgar of Edgar street, left for their home in Charlotteville, Va., after having spent a few days here. Last week the stork visited Mr. and Mrs. Edward Birchiree, of Roselle, formerly of Elizabeth, and left a fine daughter Our Y. M. C. A. campaign is growing wonderfully. Last week large dinners were served at the Wheataena by Caterer Ernest L. Brown, 115 E. Milton avenue, in order to raise some funds. Mrs. Sydney Archer, of 22 Lafayette street, wishes to thank her many friends for their hospitality during the illness of her husband. After being in feeble health for some time and following a stay of several days at the Elizabeth General Hospital, Mrs. Elizabeth Adkins, aged 75 died at that institution last Wednesday morning. She is survived by a niece, Mrs Anna Morton of 25 Allen street, with whom she had made her home for two years previous to her death. Mrs. Adkins was a stewardess on the steamer Irène Davis for seventeen years. The steamed used to sail from New York to New Rochelle and to McMaroneck, and it was under the management of Captain Charles Davis. Mrs Adkins was a member of Ebenezer A. M. F. Church and was born in Virginii. The funeral was held last Saturday at the home of Mrs Morton, 25 Allen street, at 2:30 p.m. the Rev. C V Aaron, officited. Interment was in the Rahway Cemetery Last Friday evening a surprise party was given by Howard Hetherfield in honor of his wife's birthday. An enjoyable evening was spent by all as plenty of music and dancing made the time pass quickly. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Beverly Braxton, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Aaron of Newark, N. J. Miss Viola Aaron, Rev, and Mrs. C. V. Aaron, Harold Hopson, Christopher Muddleton, Solomon Moore, William Treedwell, Harry Van Dyke, Perey Kinch and Mr. Seabrook of Jersey City and Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hetherfield. The Isaacher Club of the A. M. E. Church met last week at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Gibson on St. George avenue. Last Tuesday evening Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Edgar of Edgar street, entertained a few of their friends in honor of their parents, Mr. and Mrs Joseph Watson, of Charlotttesville, Va. Those present were Mr. and Mrs Chaucey J. Samuels, Mr. and Mrs, Royal Oshorne, Mr. and Mrs, Joseph Watson, of Virginia, and Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Edgar and family. The Isachar Club of the A. M. E. Church is going to give a plantation concert on Lincoln's Birthday, February 12. Last week Mr. and Mrs 'Harry Carter, of Union place, took dinner with Mr.' and Mrs. W. Stewart, 166 East Hainley road. The Rev. Henry Taylor and Mrs. YORK AGE John Bailey have opened a restaurant at 184 Main street. Last Friday evening a surprise party was given in honor of Helen White. An enjoyable evening was spent by all. Music and dancing were the main features of the evening, after which dainty refreshments were served. An election of officers was held last week in the session of the B. Y. P. U. The following officers were elected: President, Miss Genievie Henry; vicepresident, Miss Mattie Reed, unanimously; secretary, Miss Lorena Bond; treasurer, Mrs. Sydney Archer, unanimously; program committee, the Misses Annabelle Jackson and Mattie Reed. The president was escorted to the chair by Miss Lorena Bond and Miss Mattie Reed. Mrs. Edgar had presided over the meeting owing to the absence of our former president, Mrs. John Lawis. On New Year's Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Sydney Archer, 22 Lafayette street, entertained the Rev. and Mrs. P. D. James; Mrs. E. Gail, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Shell, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brown and Mrs. Perse Gibson. Last Wednesday evening Mr. and Mrs. Troy Gibson gave a party at their home, 168 Maple avenue, in honor of their niece, Miss Louise Gibson of Philadelphia, who has been spending a few weeks here with her relatives. Dancing, whist and music made the time pass quickly, after which a fine repast was served. Instrumental solos were rendered by Miss Louise Gibson, Miss Elsie Gibson, Roy Osborne, and William Maize. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Osborne, Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton Bailey, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Pits, Mr. and Mrs. Chauncey Sanuels, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas King, Mr. and Mrs. John Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Gibson, Mr. and Mrs. Permy Gibson, Miss Bella Mayo, Mr. and Mrs. N. Hope, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Miss Elsie Gibson, Miss Flarence Gibson and Miss Louise Gibson, Russell Gibson, Peter Johnson and William Maize from this city. Out-of-town relatives were: Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Patterson, Mr. and Mrs. John Madden, Miss Viola Harroll, Miss Alivia Taylor, Miss Annie Hawthorne and Sidney Harroll, all of Newark, N. J. Mrs. Henry Smith, who has been visiting Mrs. Thoinas Smith of 16 Haydock street, has gone to Jersey City and New York to visit some friends. Miss Rosie Pippinger of 75 Lafayette street, and Clifford Duval of New Brunswick spent Sunday visiting in Trenton, N. J. Ira Cromwell, Jr., of Union place with missed a fine party, last week in honor of his third birthday. The little ones had an enjoyable time. They had plenty of music and refreshments, which made the time pass rapidly for them. Among those present were: Florence Taylor, Roberta Jackson, Mullford Taylor and Ira Cromwell, Jr. Last week the Golden Rod met at the home of Mrs. L. Smith, Leesville avenue. Last Sunday morning the Rev. P. D. James preached at the Second Baptist Church. PERTH AMBOY, N. J. Perth Amboy, M. J.—Miss Georgie Bailey and Charles Bailey of Jersey City, spent Sunday with their aunt, Mra. Lewis Carter, 47. Miller street. Warren Fields -381 Eltham avenue, dled January 13. Funeral services were held from the Second Baptist Church, Gordon street, January 16. The 'Rev. Mr. Tate, of Metuchen, officiated. There were many floral pieces. Miss Laura Dyeth, of New York City, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Albert Hodge, 285 Fayette street. Master Lavon R. Cooper, of 285 Hilburn, Mass. In his fitness and is back at school. Miss Maggie Wilson, of New York, spent Sunday with her parents, Division street. LAKEWOOD. N. J. Lakewood, N. J.-The Sixth street Baptist Church was well attended last Sunday, Rev. A. G. Young preached. The Sunday School was also well attended. At the Macedonid Baltic Church the Rev. J. W. Griffen, pastor, preached Sunday morning from John 1:35. The Sunday School is doing good work, under the leadership of J. H. Dahney. January 28 the Rev. W. W. Mayle, of Asbury Park, will lecture to the Sunday School at 2:30. He will preach at 8:30. Our pastor will preach at his church next Sunday. The Fulton Avenue School of, Lakewood has sewing, cooking, and fancy work at night. Those who desire can join on Thursday night. BALTIMORE, MD. BALTIMORE, Md.-Bishop and Mrs. John Hurt left for Florida Thursday to look after the work of the A. M. E. Church. They will be gone until April. The monthly meeting of the DuBois Circle was held at the residence of Mrs. Howard E. Young Tuesday afternoon. Moiss Annie McCarey read an interesting paper on "Phyllis Wheatley." The discussion was opened by Mrs. E. V. Fitzgerald. Mrs. B. F. Browne sang a solo A luncheon followed. The Progressive Suffrage Club held a meeting at the residence of Mrs. John Derry, of Druid Hill avenue, Tuesday evening, at which time Mr. James A. B. Calles read a paper. At a meeting of the Luncheon Committee of the Woman's Co-operative Civic League, held at the residence of Mrs. M. A. Hawkins Tuesday, plans for holding the annual spring meeting and dinner were discussed. The names of Mrs. Mary Talbert, of Buffalo, Mrs. Jennie Barrett, of Hampton, Va., and Mrs. Addie Watts Hunton, were among those proposed to deliver an address at the meeting. RALEIGH N C Raleigh, N. C.-Mrs. Mahel L. Hinton de Arce, of 2137 Madison avenue, New York City, is in the city visiting her mother, Mrs. W. H. Locklier. Prof. L. E. Drewny, of the N. T. school at Durham, N. C., was a visitor in the city last Saturday. Last Sunday at 11 o'clock, at St. Paul's A. M. E. Church, a good sermon was preached by the pastor, the Rev A. D. Dvery from It. Book of Kings, 6th chapter, part of the 15th verse. Contributions to the Auxiliary Board of Charities, for the support of the District nurse are: $5, Mrs. E. Hamlin $10, Dr. L. M. Smith $15, Mrs. L. Young $6, Dr. L. E. McCauley $6, Mr. McCoy $5, Rev. Jas. K. Satterwhite $5, Rev. R. DeBryer $5, Rev. A. W. Pignes, $5, Rev. J. R. Hinton, $5, Dr. J. T. Wortham, $5. Other contributors will be named from time to time through these columns: Dr. J. G Jones, grand chancellor of the State Grand Lodge of the K of P, and F C. Hester, vice-grand chancellor, in company with a large delegation of Knights of Pythians, were in the city last Thursday and held a conference with State Insurance Commissioner J. R Young on matters pertaining to the working of that order in this state. The commissioner took the matter under advertisement after hearing both sides of the controversy. Drs Frank A. Fvans, of Raleigh, and John W Block of Red Springs, N. C., passed the State Dental Board of Examiners at Greenville, N. C., on January 13. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sawyer arrived in the city from New York. Mr. Sawyer is a Raleigh boy, and returned home to live after an absence of 22 years. He married Miss Lillian Bear, of Chicago, IL, and Omaha, Nehr. Mr. and Mrs. Harvard Davis arrived in the city from New York. Mr Davis is a Raleigh boy. He married Miss Rebecca Davis, or Oanville, Va. Dennis A. Upperman, a student in Union University, Richmond, Va., can come this city in answer to a wire telling of the serious illness of his father, W. Hupperman, of West South street. Drs. C. A. Dunston and F. J. Thornton returned to the city last Friday from New York City, where Dr. Dunston's eyes were treated by Dr. John E. Weeks, a specialist. The many friends of Dr. Dunston will be glad to learn that his eyes have greatly improved in sight. Drs. Retta Gorham Starks and baby, after taking two months here as the quests of her husband, Gorham left last Saturday for Charlotte, N.C. en route to her home in Portsmouth, O. W. E. Lew, director of music in the Negro Agricultural and Technical College, Greensboro, N.C., will give a musical in St. Amphreus P. E. Church on Friday night, February 9th. Dr. F. S. Horgrons, of Wilson, N.C., and J. D. Reid, of Wilson, N.C., were in the city last Monday on business. HOT SPRINGS VA. Hot Springs, Va.-Miss Townsend, Bath county district nurse, lectured to ladies only at Smith chapel, January 16. There were present quite a large number. She spoke on the "Care of the Home". The lecture was very interesting and instructive. Miss Townsend lectured to ladies only. The next lecture will be given on January 30. All females are invited. Mrs. F. J. Pierce, of Clifton Forge, Va. spent the week-end with her husband, who is now headwaiter at the C MILLER 426 JACKSON AVENUE, L A SWELL PLACE Conducted by William of Miller's Hotel The Best of Everything to Eat an MILLER'S CAFE 426 JACKSON AVENUE, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. A SWELL' PLACE ON THE PLAZA Conduited by William Miller (Uncle Billy) of Miller's Hotel, Richmond, Va. Best of Everything to Eat and Drink. Phone 1196 Asteria. HOICE WINES QUORES AND CIGARS BARRON'S ASTORIA CAFE' INCORPORATED 2275 7th Ave., Cor. 134th St. TELEPHONE MORNINGSIDE 30 CABARET IN THE REAR TELEPHONE MORNING&IDE 0583 MEET ME AT THE ELK CAFE 2261 7th AVE., Cor. 133d Street Where you can get what you ask for. Case goods opened en request. Mixed drinks a specialty. GARL HUTCHINSON, Prop. Nov. 8--3 mo. THE LAWS HOUSE PHONE CHELSEA 605 Handsetly furnished rooms. First-class accommodation for permanent or transient guests. MRS. L. D, LAWS, Prep. 245 W. 20th Street. Bet. 7th & 8th Aves. Mrs. Rosa Watson has returned from an extended visit to New York and Richmond, Va. After a short visit to Washington, Philadelphia and Atlantic City, S. R. Jordan is again with us. Mrs. Rosa Reynolds, of Covington, Va., is the guest of Mrs. Malinda Nelson. Among the recent additions to our winter colony are George A. Trent from Richmond, Va.; Wilber Fagan from Washington, D. C.; Lorain Jackson from Covington, Va. Mrs. Lyons, of Newark, N. J., is visiting her son-in-law and daughter, M. and Mrs. George Dickson. Mrs. Walker Doyle from Salem, Va.; is stopping with Mrs. M. L. Knight; the Cliff House. Mrs. Louse Whyte is much better and hopes to be able soon to resume her work. The Whist Club was entertained by Miss Alice Jackson. The evening was spent very pleasantly with Mrs. Helen Higginbotham and M. E. Banks winners. Others present included Miss Clara Smith, W. L. Crocker, H. F. Kiss, Miss Katie Allen, J: J. Potette. After the meeting most delicious cold supper was served. W. H. Smith left for Palm Beach Monday night. YOUNGSTOWN O Youngstown, O.—Dr. C. Pettiford is on the sick list. James Lawson of Erie was in the city Sunday Mrs. J. H. Bobson does not improve rapidly. Buckeye Lodge of Elk. No. 13, will meet in regular session Tuesday evening, February 1 and will install the newly elected officers for the term Mr. and Mrs. Charles Green of Sharon spe t Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Harvey, 17 Monroe street. Mr. and Mrs Lobax are rejoicing, it's a girl. Counselors Chester and Crumpter have opened their office at 269½ Westfed street. Mrs. Dorsey is home from the hospital after an operation. She is doing nicely. NEW HAVEN. CONN. New Haven, Conn.—The people continue to talk about the words of wisdom spoken by Editor Moore, when he lectured at Bethel A, M. E. Church. Rev. S. D. Khugh has been ill in bed for two weeks, but is now improving. Mrs. Julia Harvey, C. Crosby and Mr. Skinner, of Tighwood, are among the sick. A new lodge among the women will soon be formed, making three households of Ruth to our many lodges. The club gave a play last Friday night in Odd Fellows' Hall. Bethel Sunday school served its scholars with cake and cream last Friday, 7 to 8 p.m. at which time the superintendent, A. Cannon, was presented with a engraved gold cross as a mark of preciation for 37 years of service. Mrs. Rachel A. Fuller, owner of Fred Fuller, Mrs. Emma L. Benton, Mrs. S. Dickerson and Mrs. Plato, died on Thursday, January 18, and was buried Saturday, Win W. Lacey officiating Mrs. Butler Wilson was here Monday perfecting arrangements, it is understood, for the woman's mass meeting to be held Sunday, January 28, at 3 p. m., in Odd Fellows' Hall. The members of various churches are helping the St. Luke's Episcopal Church uive a Pageant of History, Wednesday, January 31, at Music Hall. Recent trouble in Odd Fellows' Hall during dances is causing some people to book and see who are the beneficiaries—whether they be private individuals, charity or roders. BRIDGEPORT. CONN. 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NEVER CLOSED 287-289 West 134th St. New York City BETWEEN 134TH AND 18TH AVENUE THE PARK HOUSE MRS. K. E. P. JOHNSON, Prop. 113 West 83rd Street. Near Columbus Ave. --- (By LESTER A. WALTON) DURING the fall of 1915 the Baltimore Afro-American, with the best of intentions, but displaying undeniable unfamiliarity with the subject it essayed to intelligently discuss, undertook to show that colored caterers of amusement were serving the public with entertainment not relished by those of aesthetic tastes. Colored shows of the day were likened to low Negro 'minstrelsy, and the Afro-American made a fervent appeal for theatrical attractions pointing to a higher order of things." In its attack on present-day colored productions the following statement was made: They neglect, therefore, the chief function of the theatre and the play, which is to lift the audience out of the every day atmosphere and point toward a higher order of things. Here is one reason why these plays do not perish. * * * A year after the Baltimore Afro-American expressed a burning desire that colored the theatregoers of Baltimore be given attractions "which would lift the audience out of the every-day atmosphere," the Colonial Theatre opened in the Monumental City, colored stock companies from New York furnishing the weekly entertainment. Broadway dramatic successes were presented, and in a commendable manner. Some good fairy had made the Afro-American's wish come true, and in its editorial column it went into ecstacies over the opportunity offered colored amusement lovers to be treated to other than colored productions suggesting "low Negro minstrelys." But the majority of the theatregoers did not evince a desire "to be lifted out of the everyday atmosphere," and the promoters lost money in Baltimore from the beginning. After striving assiduously for a number of weeks to excite the favorable attention of Baltimore's large colored population, it was found necessary to withdraw the colored stock companies and close the Colonial Theatre for lack of support. Now the Baltimore Afro-Americans again lament; this time over the failure of the colored people to support the meritorious domestic offerings in sufficient numbers. Will our esteemed contemporary explain why plays "lifting the audience out of everyday atmosphere and pointing toward higher things did not persist?" Will the Afro-American make it clear why the 90,000 colored people of Baltimore were unable to support one theatre which produced entertainment so much to its liking? There is no doubt that "the audience would have been lifted out of the every-day atmosphere" by the Broadway dramatic successes presented had there been an audience to lift. If the Afro-American has profited by observation and experience, its views on "the chief function of the theatre and the play" are vastly different from those of a year ago. In the opinion of modern leading theatrical managers, the chief function of the theatre and play is to make money. To make money is also the Afro-American's chief function. Editor Murphy can do very little fighting for manhood rights on an empty stomach, and I am sure that with the price of paper and ink going skyward each week he is getting enough "lifting to a higher order of things." These remarks are not made slippantly or with any desire to hurl shafts of ridicule. But so often some of us, without any practical knowledge of the subject on which we theorize, point a finger of condemnation at those who are deserving of encouragement and a helping hand rather than criticism. When a production opens on Broadway its success depends solely on the amount of patronage it receives from the public. The "order of things" to which the attraction points may be altitudinal, but if there is no unusual activity in the box-office the play is sent to storage. The promoters who spent a goodly sum in their vain efforts to make stock popular in Baltimore were not prompted by a desire to lift an audience out of the everyday atmosphere." Had such been their aim they would still be doing business at the Colonial Theatre, their finances permitting. The Afro-American will recall that in my endeavor to give them a better understanding of the colored theatrical manager's position I mild, among other things: "The promoter, no matter how lofty his aspirations and ideals along artistic lines, knows that if he is to succeed in furthering his ideas he must first be practical.* Probably the Afro-American will also remember this statement: "When the colored theatrical public is big enough to support colored shows and the patronage of white theatregoers is not needed; when cities of large colored population, Baltimore in particular, can furnish large theatres under colored management, conditions then will be such that the friendly consideration of white managers is not necessary." Washington, with a colored population of 100,000, and Baltimore, with a colored population of 90,000, have failed to give colored stock companies of unquestioned merit the proper support. If the majority of colored theatregoers of these two cities are not far enough advanced in theatricals to appreciate stock, who is coming forward with the money to further their education in this particular? May I respectfully ask the Afro-American if this is not another clear cut instance of being inopportunely ambitious? DEATH OF HARRY REED. Harry Reed, of the vaudeville team of Deas and Reed, died at the Bellevue Hospital Friday evening of tubercular complaints, aged 37. On Tuesday last week, while playing at the Howard Theater, Washington, the deceased became seriously ill, and his partner, Lawrence Deas, at once brought him to New York for medical attention. Harry Reed was one of the smallest comedians in the show business. His father, Cicero Reed, who died in 1905, was an acrobat of ability, and when the son was very young traveled about the country with the father. Before he was 15 years old Harry Reed was appearing with his father in the Al G. Field's ministrels, the act being billed, Cicero Reed and Son. The diminutive comedian, was a member of Ernest Hogan's "Oyster Man" during the season of 1907-8, and in 1909 became identified with the vaudeville team of Deas, Reed and Deas, which later became Deas and Reed. Mrs. Hannah Preceptor, mother of the deceased, and Albert Nash, an angel, are in the city from Columbus. The remains will be shipped to Columbus, the comedian's birthplace, after funeral services are held over the remains Thursday afternoon at the undertaking rooms of C. Franklin Carr. WILLIAM BARKER DEAD. WILLIAM BARKER DEAD. William Barker, elocutionist, and for several seasons a member of the Williams and Walker Co. died at the Belvue Hospital Tuesday morning at 8:30, after an illness of several months duration. On December 6 he was operated on for intestinal trouble by the hospital officials. He underwent another operation a few weeks later, and Friday the third day the deceased had been under the constant care of physicians since December 24. William Barker was born 47 years ago at Raleigh, N. C. He came to New York at the age of 27. He went with Williams and Walker to Europe in "Dahoney," and appeared in "Abyssina" and "Bandanna Land." In "Abyssina" Mr. Barker was understudy for Henri Strange. The funeral will be held from Wah- rught's Undertaking establishment, 4 West 132nd street. Friday morning at 10 o'clock. The remains will be in- terred in St. Nicholas Cemetery. De- ceased as survived by Miss Lulu Barker, Miss Jessie Barker, Mrs. Thomas M King, Mrs S. B. Foster, Mrs. Lewis Brown and Mrs. James H. Coalson, sisters, and Thomas and John Barker, brothers. GIBSON'S ANNIVERSARY J. T. Gibson, proprietor of the New Standard Theater, Philadelphia, celebrated his third anniversary as occupant of the house last week. On the bill were Bradford and Jeanett, Tolff, the Byron Brothers, Fannie Wise and the Irwin C. Miller Company. Mr. Gibson is receiving the congratulations of the theatrical profession for having made the Standard Theater a paying proposition. Annual Meeting of the N. O. I. A. A. Raleigh, N. C. - The 81st annual conference of the North Carolina Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association was held at St Augustine's School, Raleigh, N. C., on January 18, 1917. Nearly every school of importance in the state was present. The principal officers elected were President, Wm C. Carver, Shaw University; secretary, R. R. Smith, Mary Potter School; treasurer, B. M. Church, Liltingstone College. Willie—Because he knows exactly what questions to ask me when he wants to know what I have been doing.—Punk. Sporting Notes BASKETBALL M Y A G U S T I N K D Y N A M I T I E S Monde, F 1 5 7 Grant, F. 3 0 6 Chadwick, C 0 0 0 Logan, G 2 0 0 Perry, G 3 0 6 Morgan 0 0 0 Total .. 9 6 23 On Friday night, January 19th, at Manhattan Casino another basketball fiasco was staged by one of the so-called "Allies." This time two of the "Allies" were the attraction, namely Spartan and St. Christopher, with the Philadelphia Y. M. C. A. as the other attraction, and to witness the supposedly good basketball card exactly 187 people came out to show their appreciation. This was the number by exact count at ten minutes of eleven, just ten minutes before the games were over. When the writer left the Casina at 11:15 p.m. no more had come in and the few who were there had begun to leave. Practically every box was empty. There werent twenty-five people uprairs. The first game was between the Spartan Hornets and the St. Christopher "Tigers" which ended in another defeat of the Spartan Field Club. In the second between the Spartan "Braver" and Philadelphia, the Spartan was by nine points, the score being 30 to 21. In the second part of the second half the Philadelphia boys book a spart and score nine points in succession, four field goals and one foul, which put them one point in the lead. However, Spartan braced up and forged ahead again winning by the above score. Tisch and Gumba were the main support of the Spartan team with Tisch as always the general over all, and thus ended one of the biggest basketball failures ever staged at Manhattan Casina. ```markdown ``` The world champion "incorporators" meet the Imperials of Orange at Lincoln Hall on Thursday night, January 25. "incorporators" also expect to appear in Plainfield at an early date. --- Friday night saw the defeat of another one of the "Allies". This time it was Alpha "Big Five," who took the count in Atlantic City, when they clashed with the Vandals. It is the second Alpha defeat this season, not counting their game with St. Douglass which was virtually a St. Douglass victory. Alpha will clash with the Carlton Y. M. C. A. at Labor Lyceum on Monday night, February 5. It ought to be a pretty fast, hard game with Carlton having an excellent chance of winning. On Friday night, January 26, St. Christopher and Hampton will meet again and in Dorssey can fill Gale's shoes. Hampton ought to win, as the original team is practically intact as Gumroe is still with them. On the other hand, Fred Lowery of St. Christopher is to be beared as so far this season he has been playing one of the best games of basketball in his career. Of course, it is understood that "Fat" Jenkins must always be considered as one of St. Christopher's most formidable men. It ought to be a corking good game. The "Incorporators" (colored world champions)-clash with the first St. Douglase five at the Orange Armory on Lincoln's birthday, February 12. Watch these columns for announcements and advertisements of the "Incorporators" next big game at Manhattan Casino. --- BASKETBALL IN NEW JERSEY ( BY I. RICHARD LEE ) St. Christopher Defends the Owls NEWARK, N. J.-The Owl F. C. took a boating Thursday night, January 18, on their home court when they faced the great "Red and Black Machine." Displaying superior team work and a passing game that completely halted the Owls, the St. "C," was an easy victory by a score of 35 to 17. The work of Loury, St. Christopher's left forward, was an important factor in the visiting team's victory. He was easily the star and caged five field goals and seven free throws out of nine. The latter being in the first half. Score for the first half—St. "C" 19; Owls 7. In the second half the Owls tried to rally and keep the New York boys from piling up the score. In this half Bradford, the old St. "C" veteran really showed "Fish Carter," the star forward of the Owls, that he was a tiger at guard. Throughout the game Carter only scored two field goals, but he caged six out of ten free throws "Fat" Jenkins and his brother played their usually good game. The New York team lead the Newarkers in this half 14 to 10. The game was witnessed by some 700 spectators after which all enjoyed in dancing. Final score 33 to 17 . . . On February 22, Washington's birthday the Owl-F C. will meet the strong St Douglass of Orange at the New Auditorium. This should be a good game and one that will keep the spectators on edge as both teams are very aggressive and show excellent team work. On January 25, at New Lincoln Hall Orange, N. J., the Incorporators of New York, the colored world champions, will make their first appearance in Jersey, when they will line up against the Imperial Big Five, "the pride of New Jersey." The imps expect to give the champions a hard battle as they have been under a good coach all season. --- Salem Crescent Loaes to St. Douglas ORANGE, N. J.—Before a crowd of 500 the St. Douglass Friday night, January 19, by a strong wind-up managed to defeat the Salem Crescent on the former's home court, 44 to 39. Although St. Douglass has by far the superior team, they were forced to win on account of close guarding. Artope of the visiting team, was a star at guard, and played a clean game all the way. Labelt, their center, by his cleverness and swift floor work and accurate shooting scored seven field goals. Lee and Goodman were stars at forward. The first half was nip and tuck, the score being 22 to 21 in St. Douglass' favor. By making a strong rally in the second half it looked as though the Salem Crescents were getting stronger, and for a while in the last quarter it looked as if they would surge into victory. But it was here the home team settled down to take the game over and passed the five point lead, the New York boys had on them, and were half by 4 points 22 to 18. All five men of the St. Louis-lass team starred for their team; the New Yorkers used six men against them. Final score 44 to 39. --- Friday night, February 2, the St. Dennis team will play the St. Augustine Dynamiters of Brooklyn. The Brooklynnites are rated as one of the best of its kind in Brooklyn or New York. . . . PATTERSON, N. J.-The Judith Girls basketball team of the Royal Incorporate A. A. wishes to announce that they have all open dates to book with all comers from New York and New Jersey teams. Address Miss Mary Mull, 121 Lawrence street, or Joseph Jackson, 12, Harrison street, Paterson, N. J., managers of Royal Incorporate. On February 2, 1917, the Royal Incorporate Big Five will travel to Orange and play the fast-going St. Douglass of that city --- Basketball at Hillburn, N. Y. The Hillburn Big Five defeated Royal A. C. of Paterson by a score of 28 to 12 on January 1. Manager Stanley Suffern would like to hear from some players. The Suffern; manager of the Hillburn girls' basketball team, better known as the Dunbar Five, announces that the team is in good condition and would like to hear from some good teams in New York and New Jersey. The team is composed of Miss Emily Van Dunk, Miss Mildred Dennison Mrs. Bella Perry, Mrs. I. Van Dunk Mrs. Grace De Great and Mrs. Olive R. Jackson. PUGNTSM (BY ALEXANDER WATERS) (HYARLEM WAYERS) Harlem Sporting Slub, 135th street and Madison avenue. On last Friday night before a very large crowd of fight fans, Eddie Dorsey formerly of Philadelphia, but now of New York appeared. He is a boy who really can fight and if he continues to polish off his opponents like he did Stanley Yoakum in the star bout of the evening he will be rated as the best colored lightweight in the world. In meeting Yoakum the colored boy met the toughest proposition in all his career, but Dursey did not seem to pay any attention to how tough his opponent was, because he fought his usual aggressive battle and surprised all present several times by stading toe to toe with Stanley and awaoping punches and also suggering the white boy on several occasions. Yoakum could not solve Dorsey's lightning left which found the spot every time he started it, and his uppercut and right crosses made the white boy back up several times. In the seventh round the colored boy caught the white boy coming in and very near floored him with a vicious right to the jaw. Dorsey would have received the decision had one been given because of his aggressiveness and clean work for the whole ten rounds. Weights—Dorsey, 137; Yoakum, 142. Queensboro A. C., Long Island City—On last Saturday evening the star bout of the evening was one of the best ever staged at this club. Jim Smith, who was to have boxed Jack Clifford, but was unable to appear on account of illness, sent word to that effect to Matchmaker Frenz, who secured a great substitute in Jim Buckley, better known as "Jamacia Kid", Paddy Donnelly's new champion from New Orleans, and one of the best middleweights now before the public, white or colored, and a boy who will make things very interesting for any one at this weight that he meets. Jack Clifford found Jamacia some kid before the ten rounds were over, because the New Orleans tighter was continually after him and there was not a dull moment on the part of the Kid during the light. Jamacia, who is a very stiff puncher and very clever, had little trouble in finding his white opponent and bit him when and where he pleased. At no time during the bout was the New Orleans tighter in danger. The bell at the end of the tenth round was welcomed by Clifford for he was severely punished by Paddy Donnelly's protege, and did not gain a round. It looks as if Paddy will have two champs in Leo Johnson and the Jamacia Kid. --- Clermont A. C., Brooklyn—On last Saturday night Bob McAllister of California decisively defeated Red McDonald of Canada, in the star bout of the evening Weight—McAllister, 163, McDonald, 159. The semi-final of the evening was better than the star bout. Kid Rash of Harland, a boy who can hold his own with any boy in the world at his weight, met Young Rose, of Brooklyn. Rash kept his opponent very busy tripping to evade his fast left jabs and snappy uppercuts and the boys kept the crowd on their feet for the whole six rounds by their fast work. Rash was entuled to the decision on account of his aggressiveness and by landing the most clean blows. Eddie Dorsey who has returned to his old manager, Johny Howarada, and is fighting in great shape since he placed himself under trainer Prof. Bobby Dobbs, is now preparing for a great campaign as his manager has him booked for several important bouts, one being with Champion Johnny Kilbane, who he meets next month at the Clermont A. C, Brooklyn. --- BOSTON, MASS. -Commercial A. C. On last Friday evening a crowd that packed the club house to its capacity, saw George Robinson, who several years ago fought several good fights in New York City Robinson, who hails from Cambridge, Mass., and has been out of the ring for several months came back and surprised all of the night fans present by defeating Johnny Wilson, a clever white middleweight in a ten round bout. Robinson showed all of his former speed and hitting power. . . . Village A C., 8th avenue and 26th Street. On last Friday night Cleve Hawkins of New York, met Sailor Grande in the star bout of the evening and much to the surprise of all present, Grande knocked out Hawkins in the fifth round of a bout that was to have gone ten. But it was known from the start the colored light heavyweight was not in condition. He depended on his ring generallship to affect Grande's fine condition but had to succumb to the awful body blows that the Sailor delivered. --- Andrew Johnson Gymnasium, West 13th street, which has been closed for several weeks on account of fire, is now ready for business. Johnson wishes to at nounce through these columns that all the former members are cordially invited to inspect the new gym. . . . Leo 'Johnson, the colored lightweight champion of the world, has been laid up with a bad hand since his bouts with Willie Jackson, the conqueror of Johnny Dundee Johnson had little trouble in outpointing Jackson, and on next Friday evening he meets one of the best white light weights in the world—Joe Welling—at the Harlem Soprting Club, 135th street and Madison avenue. K. O. Lon Williams, the boy with more knockouts to his credit than any fighter in and around New York, and the colored welterweight champion, will be seen in action on Saturday evening LAFAYETTE THEATRE EUGENE ELMORE, - Manager SEVENTH AVENUE AND 121ST STREET TELEPHONE 1811 MORNINGSIDE ELITE AMUSEMENT CORPORATION Careees WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, JAN. 29 J. R. Scott, an Importer Jack, his stepmother Stuart, his lawyer Crane, his bookkeeper Hollins, his butler Mrs. Scott, his wife Josephine, their daughter Mrs. Meyer, Gertrude's mother CHARACTERS. 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CURTIS DEMOREST COMPOSER AND PIANIST At Music School Settlement, Sunday Afternoon, January 27th, at 3:30. Associated Members Admitted Free. Assessment to Visiting Friends J. ROSAMOND JOHNSON, Director. at the Queensboro A. C., Long Island City, where he meets Silent Martin, who stopped Nero Clink in three rounds a few weeks ago. MoVay in Panama To the Sporting Editor of Tyn Aum. Charles Lawrence, my manager, Dave Mills, trainer and myself are touring this part of the country and have given several exhibitions which were well attended. I am matched to meet Arthur Pelky about the middle of March and several rich men in these parts have challenged Jess Williard to fight me for the heavyweight title. (Signed) SAM McVEY * * * Vanderbilt A. C—On last Monday evening the star bout of the card brought together Paddy Donnelly's new champ, Jamaica Kid, and Salor Grande, who on last Friday knocked out Cleve Hawkins. But in Jamaica Kid he found a very willing opponent and a boy that really can fight and proved it to the fans present by giving Grande a grand facing for ten rounds, being the cleverer of the two and the best puncher. Had a decision been made Paddy Donnelly's protege would have received it. Raw Deals in the West (ABANDA CALIF) To the Sporting Editor of This Ack! I do not want to be put down as one continually waiting so I always enclose news clippings to bear me out. The one from the San Francisco Call I'd be pleased for you to reproduce if you can find space. It is as follows: Eddie Palmer Robbed by the Judges Eddie Palmer Robbed by the Judges One of the poorest decisions ever given at Dreamland was that awarded Nick Simpson over Eddie Palmer, a Negro. Palmer won so far that there seemed no doubt he would get the unanimous verdict of any number of judges. The gallery hooted for several minutes when Simpson was declared the winner. Among other advantages Palmer had were two knockdowns to his credit. To begin with, it's a herculean task to steer a colored boxer through this country and get matches with white men, no matter how classy he might be. Of course Palmer is getting his share of matches out here in the west, but it is almost impossible to win a decision over a white boxer. If he hears the ring of the last bell, they will nitty-nine times out of every hundred favor the white man. The fans and the newspapers will voice this disapproval of unfair decisions as in the case of the Palmer-Tramitas "fight it" Portland, Ore, and the Palmer-Simpson fight in San Francisco, Cal., by shouts of "rotten," "rotten," "robbery," etc., and writings like the enclosed, but the fact remains that the decisions of the judge boy must win by a K. O. or by a white margin to win at all. After Palmer was given such a new deal after beating Trambitas in Perl- and, I decided to leave there and come to Frisco. Here I got the word of it and was ready to move east, but white and colored friends persuaded me to stay longer. It is a well known fact that white judges will not decide against a white man if there is any avenue out of it. The fans like Palmer's work and he'll draw. I have been fortunate in getting The Age wherever we go, and take great interest in the clean-cut work of K. O. (Lew) Williams in the east. LAKERWOP, N. J.-Jack Thompson, the colored heavyweight from St. Joe, Mo., is billed to meet Soldier Kearas on Friday night in Brooklyn, in a ten-round bout. Thompson is training here at Jack Imerson's training camp, with Bill Brunn. Thompson came east recently and was defeated by Harry Wills in four rounds, but Thompson claims that the retereer did not give him a square break. An equal break in the matches, he says, would have enabled him to worry Wills much more than he did, and he would have had no worries than a draw. Wills won by knocking Thompson out. BASEBALL Jimmy Fuller, the premier young catcher of New York, and formerly of the Lincoln Giants, Lincoln Stars, Cuban Giants and now the captain of the Philadelphia Giants, has been sick for several weeks. It was feared that his sickness would prove fatal, but he is out of danger and able to be about again. The coming season he will captain the Philadelphia Giants again and don his mask and urge his men on to victory just as he did the past season. ATHLETICS Salem Crescent A. C. who made a great showing in the past year in the track events intends to do even better this year in the outdoor season. As they have several promising athletetes in training now for the opening of the season. One of them is Charles Mock an all-around athlete attached to the club SOMERVILLE N.J. SOMERVILLE, N.J. Somerville, N. J.-Sunday morning the Rev. W. D. Robinson preached In the evening the holy sacraments was administered. In spite of the element weather the Sunday school was well attended. The impolite student was sent to N.J. February I by the teacher Miss Lizzie Potter spent the day in Newark. NEWS OF THE CHURCHES First Emmanuel Church The spiritual and financial condition of the First Emmanuel Church is increasing as the weeks roll up. By Pastor Balden, officers and members are doe- nning utmost in the development of this work. The splendid crowds which at- tached the services give proof of the dork done, Sunday morning when prepare are present and by the frommourn 12:24 by the pastor. The rendered excellent music. At close of the sermon, Holy Com- mission was served by the pastor assisted by the Rev. Geo. Hinton. Sunday School was opened at 2 clock by Rev. Hinton and Assistant perpetendent Simms. Two new collears joined the school. Two new collears are largely included and the study of lessons is interesting. The review is conducted by Rev. Hinton, after each Pastor Bolden made a few re- sults to the children. Mrs. C Pratitis had charge of the program at the meeting of the Literary society at 4 o'clock. Among the num- bers rendered was 'the reading of a paper on the "Power of Womanhood," Mrs. Pratitis, and a recitation by Meloleon. The evening service at 8 o'clock was well attended. Pastor Baston spoke to St. Matthew 4—the teachings of the Lord by his own experience. Subject, "Divine Security," The chairing the anthem, "I Am Alpha and Omega." At the Lord's service the Holy Mass was served to the church by the Revs. Hinton and Acceo, presentation of $5 was made to the church by the Ladies Aid Society for which pastor and members are very grateful. The members of the sewing class served dinner during the day, the young misses of the class acting as waiters and the pastor by Miss Jacobs, teacher. A class in sewing has been formed for the children which meets every Monday afternoon at the church at 3:30 p. m. Miss M. Jacobs teacher. The play given by the evening school entitled "A Mother's Meeting" will be given for the benefit of the church school February 1, 1912. Refresments for sale Program to begin at 8:30 Members of the church on the sock list, are Mrs Mabel Wernham, Mrs S. C. Jackson and Mrs. Julia Ellis Pastor Bolden will leave early on thursday morning on the special train which carries the New York delegation to Washington. The meeting will under the auspices of the National Se- ley League. The meetings will be in the New Willard Hotel. Mount Olivet Baptist Church has been some times since our notes appeared in the columns of "The Acad., from now on we hope to be able to report more regularly the doings in our church. He revival conducted by Rev. John Johnson was very successively five persons united in the services of last Sunday were attended despite the fact that the service was not proceeding from the sub-The Things that Accompany Salmon." Several persons united with church at this service. At 1 p.m. several services over the remains of墙壁 Walls will be installed during He was assisted in the service of Drs. W. H. Brooks and A., A. Hill, and Revs. R. R. Wilson and J. H. Elliott. The church was filled to overflow at this service. The evening of the Rev R. H. Sinclair, a priest of Mount Olivet, delivered an acceptable sermon on the "imperishable Word of God." On Sunday Hillary M. Morton, who on over twenty years was in the em- ployment of John O'Doherty and Vincent Astor, pass law at the Rosewood Hospital. His funeral was held at St James W. Wednesday, at 1 p.m. Colonel James, secretary of the Savior Army, will be at Mount Diret, next Sunday morning. St. James Presbyterian Church The $10,000 Manse compaign now at St James' is one of the paran- ament objectives of the whole church. the last Sunday at the close of the working service a man and his wife were welcomed to the church by the congregation; and the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Briggs was baptized. At the moving service one member was received into the church by the sioner. Dr. Hyder preached at the Old Folk Home in Brooklyn at 4 o'clock and used a young couple in wedlock at a downtown station at 6:20. Several literary and dramatic concerts are scheduled for the Massey March. Mme. Leah Kate Waller will give a musical soiree on January 20. Mr. Leah Kate Waller will stage a concert with Harlem's theatrical and their wives as stars on February 1. Mrs. Jeannette Lee will give a concert on February 16. Mrs. Bapp and Lloyd will give a Valentine party on the 14th of February at 51. West 135th street. The poet will banquet the industrial classes of the church on Friday evening in the lecture room of the church. St. Paul Church The St. Paul Baptist Church, 352 W. 81st street, the Rev. H. Arthur Booker, minister. The church will hold its 24th anniversary for ten nights, beginning Monday, March 19, continuing to April 1, when the celebration will wind up with a rally. Cornerstone laying of the church in the afternoon of April 1. The B. Y. P. U. literary had out a number on Wednesday night, night night. The topic, "Ought," was opened by W. H. Johnson. He was followed with a very lively discussion. Friday night the Praying Band had charge of the covenant meeting, and Lovell, Thompson and Johnson were at the lead. Sunday morning early the Band was the pastor at 11 a. m., after a short session on "The Unique God" at the meeting over for covenant. This visiting the pastor began getting the Service Committee for St. Paul. At 1.30, the Sunday School, with J. Thomas, superintendent, at his post, held a session till 2.45 p. m. After this, the people returned to the 3.30 p. m. service, which was a baptismal service. Dr. W. Bishop Johnson, president of the N. E. B. M. Convention, was present, and preached the sermon. Two were received into the church at this service, and two young men were baptized. Two meeting meetings was continued from* 7.8 to 8.8. At that pastor preached on "Christ, the Reveler of God." One person was received into the church at this service, two persons were received on letter, a total of ten received at this service. Union Baptist Church The Union Baptist Church, 204-86 West 63d street, the Rev. G. I. Sima, pastor—Sunday at 11 a.m. our pastor presented S. W. Smith, pastor of the Mossiah Baptist Church, Yonkers, N. J., and sermon from Job. 14:14. We had an opportunity to see why the Mossiah Baptist Church is prosoping under his leadership. The Sunday school hold its regular session at 2 p.m. with Assistant Superintendent superintendent in charge, and this thinline school presents, Collection, $25. At 3 p.m. our pastor, accompanied by about 300 members, attended the services of the Metropolitan Baptist Church, of which Dr. W. W. Brown is pastor. Our pastor preached from 10 a.m. were served with communion. Pastor Brown stated that this was the largest crowd that they had had to the communion service. The B. Y. P. U. under President Lloyd was doing business at the old stand as usant. Our pastor service was not largely attended owing to the inclement weather. Rev. J. G. Pettiford was the speaker. Offering amounted to $109.30 St. Mark's M. E. Church On Sunday, January 21, the Rev. A. A. Hill occupied the pulpit at both morning and evening services and prescheduled powerful sermons to large numbers of people, including elemental weather. The text of the morning service was Isaiah, 31th chapter and 15th verse. Theme, "Eternity." In the evening the special evangelistic services were conducted by the Rev. A. A. Hill, who was philate in his elquent and urgent admonition to the unsaved to seek their soul's salvation, and accept Jesus as their personal Saviour. During the services now being held many souls have been converted and the number of persons have joined the church. St. Mark's Lyceum. On Sunday, January 21, the exorcists were of an evangelistic nature and in spite of the overcast skies a fairly good audience was present. The Rev. De Sayles was the principal speaker. Mother Zion Church Revolvall meetings are being contined, at Mother Zion, Mrs. Taylor preached last Sunday morning. Sunday school was largely attended. Both the evangelist and pastor urged the young people to decide for Christ. A number were received on probation. The lycum program was furnished by C. A. Jordan and the Negro Choral Society, Inc. Prof. H. Lagrancee Freeport, M.D., Prof. H. Lagrancee Freeport, pastor preached the annual sermon to the Clubmen's Beneficial League. The following persons joined the church during the day: Clara Coates, Virginia Edwards, Madeline Ferguson, Hattie Jackson, Lottie Myer, Annotte Robinson, Maud Shoy, Missouri Spruill, Marin, and William Williams, Taylor and William Williams, song services conducted by different societies. Monday evening, Class No. 10, Tuesday evening, the Brotherhood, Wednesday evening, the V. E. Society; Thursday evening, the W. E. Society; Friday, the Sunday school officer and teachers. Next Sunday evening sermon by the pastor to the Sloanmen's Projection, Nos. 1 and 2 Salem M. F. Church The services were well attended all day in spite of the storm. In the morning the pastor, Rev. F. A. Culton, preached a soul-satirizing sermon and at night the Rev. Mr. Briggs filled the pulpit. At 4 p.m. in the annual Christmas service, Mrs. E. Mayfield of St. Mark's. It was a beautiful and impressive service and was enjoyed by the large congregation present. Mrs. Robert E. Jones Dead Now Orleans, La.-Mrs. Robert E. Jones, wife of Robert E. Jones, editor of the Southwestern Christian Advocate, died Sunday morning, January 14, after a lingering illness. She was one of the most widely known women in Orleans and was feared by officers in abundance when she died by churches, societies, families and individuals. Funeral services were held at Trinity Church. Among those at the funeral were Dr. J. W. E. Bowen of Gammon Theological Seminary; Dr. Dogan of Wiley University; Prof. Clark of Southern University; Prof. Royen of Southern Academy, Boldwin, J. Dr. W. H. Hutchison, Dr. J. S. Berrill and Dr. I. G. Pena. Bishop Wilbur P. Thirkle of the Methodist Episcopal Church made the principal address which was a touching word picturing of how beautiful Mrs. Jones had set the example of living for all who would live a right beacon in the world. A reward of eternal happiness in the world to come. Dr. Bowen, who knew the family ultimately made a few remarks. POUGHKEEPSIE N Y. Pouichkernis, N. Y.—Quarterly meeting services were observed at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday. Pastor VanBuren preached in the morning and Presiding Elder I. G. Mason in the evening. Mrs. Stephen Lee of New Rochelle, accompanied by her friend, Miss Ancrum, is visiting her former pastor and his family. Rev. and Mrs. C. VanBuren, his nephew's aunt, is Tuesday evening an entertainment will be give at Zion on the american of the board of trustees, Homer Francis, president. Scenes from "The Merchant of Venice" will be illustrated by lar. colored stereoptic views and described by Mrs. Garrett Rose. At a Sunday morning, Pastor Vanilla Infantson, infant son of Guilies and Ethelpa Cooley; also Mrs. Jennie Johnson. The funeral of Samuel Hill. took place Thursday, January 18 at 11 a.m. from his late residence, at Clinton Corners, N. Y. Rev. Chas. S. Friess, officiated. He leaves a wife, three children, father, mother, four brothers, six sisters. Interment was at Millbrook, N. Mrs. James Wormley and Norah Sharp are oill in the Vassar Brothers Hospital. Miss Catherine St. Paul, in the same hospital, is convalesent. Mr. N. Sharp is ill at her床, 17 Falkin avenue. Mrs. C. S. Friess, who has been ill for the past two months is able to. Sunday services at the Ebenezer Baptist Church were as usual. The pastor, Rev. Chas. S. Friess, preached to appreciative audiences. BINGHAMTON N. Y Binghampton, N. Y.—Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Banks, of Symece, were the weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Prestly Wood, 421 State street. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Washington entertained at luncheon the Rev. S. C. Temple and Mrs. Harold Cooper. District Council, Grand Chancellor Commissioner M. C. David installed the officers of Eureka Lodge No. 33, Knights of Pythias, last Tuesday night for this term. Mrs. A. K. Smith, mother of Mrs. Harry B. Bryan, is on the sick list. Singleton Jackson is seriously ill at his residence. 11 Spruce street, with pneumonia. D. C. C. M. C. Davis leaves for Elmira, N. Y., this week to set up a new lodge of Knights of Pythias. Brother Davis is the deputy of this district. Miss Lillian Lynes, who has been visiting her uncle, Harry Bryan, of Susquehanna street, has returned to New York City. Mrs. Harold Cooper and Mrs. S. T. Temple, who has been visiting at the residence of Mrs. Chas. Sherman and Mrs. E. C. Harris, have returned to Schenectady. Harry Bryan, who has been confined to his home with gripe for a few days, has returned to work. The Rev. G. A. Lohozo is seriously ill with pneumonia at his home 23 Tudor Street. J. Louis, 112 Susquehanna street; Mrs. May Johnson, 63 Sherman street; Mrs. Geo. Gayton, 3 Fayette street; Mrs. Made Smith, 1 Fayette street, are on the sick list. John Buchannan, 143 Susquehanna street, who has been ill with pneumonia, is improving. Gerald, 65% Sherman place underwent a serious operation at the City Hospital Saturday afternoon, January 20. Miss Gertrude Williams is ill at her residence, 111% Varrick street. Madam Maceo, of 52 South street, is with the man. Miss Florence M. Price had charge of the program of the Frederick Douglass Lycceum Sunday, January 21. The lycceum had the honor of having Prof. J. O. Thomas, formerly of Tuskegee, but now president of Denmark College, Denmark, S. C. deliver an interesting address. Miss I. Geder will have charge next Sunday. The collection will be for the benefit of the pastor. Miss January 15 to Mr. and Mrs. Chas, Hamilton, a daughter, Catherine Virginia. Daniel Shumus, of New York City, is visiting his mother, Mrs. Nellie Bonds, 63 Sherman place. Mrs Viola Shirrell and Miss Elnora Harris, who have been ill, are able to be out again. Prof. J. O. Thomas, of Denmark, S. C. is the guest of Mrs Elnora Hassel. Mrs. Mee, Shirrell, who has been visiting friends at Elnora returned home Sunday afternoon. The Munual Court, O. O. C., No 23, gave its first anniversary and reception at Herald Hall, January 18. The green room was used for games and the room opposite for smoking. Prof. Cohen furnished the music. The grand march was led by Major Simmons of the Army, G. O. C. W. of Esther Court 21. Refreshments were served in the banquet hall. It was a grand affair socially and financially. At the A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday were several visitors, who were made welcome and invited to come again. The pastor, the Rev. J. B. A. Yelverton, preached at both services. The choir is taking on new life and for the last few weeks several new members have been added. Miss Martha Knight, a newcomer to our city, from Virginia, who has some taken for singing, has also made an application to become a member, which was gladly accepted. Miss George Dixon, who has placed a leading soprano at the evening service, deserves to be complimented. The Sunday School, at the usual hour, was conducted by Mrs. Lilch Thompson, superintendent of the junior department, Mrs. M. D. Smith, the general superintendent, being on the ladies list. Bolda, a teacher of the Year's class, also been sick, is up again and was at her post. Mrs. Mary Johnson also is on the sick list, but is improving. The Harriet Huhman Literary Society was graced with the preserve of Prof. J. O. Thomas, president of the Denmark College, who delivered an essay on the history of the woman was in the hands of Mrs. Cleo Woolnough had secured some of the best talent in the city. The bass solo by William Washington, recitation by Ester Washington, his little daughter, and the poem from Dunbar by Mrs. Hanh Jones, deserve special mention. Mrs. Woman, the critic, passed more compliments on the program. Miss Ruth Johnson will have charge of the program next Sunday. DOUGLASTON, N. Y. Douglaston, N. Y.—Services at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church were well at ease. The sermon was delivered by the pastor. He was been ill for several days. Rev. Robert C. Smith preached at 8 p.m. The choir rendered grand music. The Sabbath School with Robert Fields us superintendent, was well attended. Addresses were delivered to the children by visiting Mrs. Rosette Brooks is on the sick list. Also Mrs. Hattie Fields and Mrs. Bell. Mrs. Helen M. de'Shields Parrot is confined to her home with her gripe. Rev. W. P. Coffey, of Weatbury; Rev. W. L. Lawrence, of Glenocave; Rev. A. R. Coupe, preiding last and several others, visited Douglason last week. Mrs. Elizabeth Hicks has returned from Amityville. Miss Mattie Bod, Mrs. Walters, of Washington, D. C., and diary H. F. Pierce, of visiting her indiscretely. Next Sunday at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church quarterly meeting will be observed. Several ministers and congregations have been invited. Rev. G. P. Pierce, of Warwick, will be guest all day, and will preach. Rev. W. F. Cofé, of Warwick, will be guest in the evening. There will a love feast and general class Friday evening. Miss Bernice Stroude underwent a severe dental operation last week. Mrs. M. E. Bowles is attending Miss Stroude. Miss Cora Bowles of New York City is spending the week with her mother. Mrs. Bowles, in Great Neck. Revival services are in progress at Emanuel A. M. E. Church, 62d street. SCHENECTADY N Y Schenectady, N. Y. —The Rev. 5. Cecelia Temple is sororally ill with heart trouble. Lulu Vroman is seriously ill. Mrs George Frasler spent Sunday, January 21 with Mrs. Thomas Ricka, in Scotia, N. Y. The Douglas Debating Society Club was meeting Friday evening, January 25, at the home of the treasurer, Miss Harlet Brown. Mr. and Mrs. Roland Johnson, Miss Eleanor Brown and Mr. Howard Dixon attended the grand ball in Albany, N. Y., on Wednesday evening, January 17. Miss Ida and Harriet Brown and George Kolley of Troy, N. Y., were on Saturday evening, Mrs. Frank Holbrook, Saturday evening. Louis Howard surprised many of his friends when on January 19 at 5:30 p.m. he quietly married Mrs Roberta Buchanan of Pittsburgh. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. R. Rodgerson of the Nota Terrence Baptist church at the Nona Terrence Church on Saturday, Mr Howard. Only Mrs Brown and family witnessed the marriage. STAINTON, VA. STAUNTON, Va.—Miss Placid Parrell returned to Washington, D. C., after spending the holidays here. John Ross, headaker at Western State Hospital, was married Friday evening. Lewis Saliafero returned Wednesday from Pittsburgh, Pa. W. C. Banks is pending some time here. Elise Johnson is selected as a suitable person to be recommended to the Court to be appointed probation officer for Staunton at a more meeting held at Ebenectar Church last Tuesday evening. We take this space to ask our people to get together and work on the offer made several months ago by a leading white citizen of our city for a colored Y. M. C. A. He guaranteed that the people we would get would get the other half. Accommodation was appointed, but we have heard nothing concerning it since. Read The New York Ace. JERSEY CITY. N. 1. JENSKY CITY, N. J.-Mrs. J. W.ILLMANS, of Cambridge, Mass., was the guest of Mrs. A. J. Payne last week. She returned Tuesday, January 16, after a very enjoyable trip to the Hipotrueque and other auctions. guest of Mrs. A. I. Payne last week She returned Tuesday, January 16 after a very enjoyable trip to the Hip- polonee and other amusements. On Monday, January 8, Mrs. A. B. Broady of 17 Virginia avenue, gave a very enjoyable praise to Mrs. A. Broady of Blinging only sixth birthday. The during room was handsomely decorated for the occasion. An cla- bore collation was served and during the evening many beautiful selections were rendered on the piano by Miss Marie Prince. Mrs. Broady presented her husband with a gold watch chain in the evening and gave some presents were presented by his friends. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. John W. Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Broady and children, Mr. and Mrs. John Jones, Mr. and Mrs. John Herminnigs, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. A. Hannon, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Simmons, Mr. and Mrs. Burke, Mr. and Mrs. Rubin White, Mr. and Mrs. W. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. David Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Moorman, Mr. and Mrs. A. Thomas, Mrs. T. Oliver, Mrs. M. Henry, Mrs. N. Cooke, Mrs. Mascie Prince, Mrs. B. Merideth. Out of town guests were Mr. Walter, Mrs. N. Y. JERSEY CITY, N. J.-Services last Sunday at Salem Baptist Church were largely attended. the pastor, Rev. R. C. Judkins, preached at 11 a.m. from Acts 16:31. At 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. the Rev. C. T. Wilber, who is conducting the revival preached All the services were interesting and helpful and there were 40 conversions during the day. The revival will continue during the week. Next Sunday the pastor will preach at 11 a.m. The Rev. E. J. Aposom will preach at 1 a.m. and there be baptismal services at 7 p.m. The pastor will preach at 8 p.m. The collections last Sunday amounted to $60. St. Mark's A. M. E. Zion Church Bergen and Fairmount avenues, is preparing for a Spiritual Sunday on January 28. At 11 a.m., the pastor, Rev. J. M. Hoggard, will preach from Psalms 37.37. At 1:30 p.m., a special effort will be made for the benefit of the Sunday school. The members who bring in the highest number to join the school will receive a prize. Miss Quinn, superintendent, At 9 a.m., the pastor of the A. M. E. Zion Church, West Brighton, N. Y., will preach. He will be accompanied by his choir and congregation. At 7 p.m., m. Christian Endeavor prayer, meeting. Mrs. Hattis Lewis, president. At 8 p. lard, Beech street, entertained at her home, last Friday evening, her Sunday school class. Those present were: Misses Helen Dees, Lucilia Mithel, Margaret and Josephine Isaac, Mary and Josephine Porter, Ethel Freer and Lillian and Mary Clark. Miss Nellie Morrow, teacher of Class 6, helped to entertain, Horace Porter, and Josephine Morrow accompanied their sisters. Rev. John Pearce, the returned missionary from Africa, lectured at the A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday afternoon and preached at night. Miss Lucilla Moore, Clay street, died last Friday morning after several months' illness at Liberty, N. Y. Funeral service was held at the A. M. E. Zion Church, the Rev. I. B. Turner Church. The birthday party given by Mrs. Jesse Porter and other ladies of A. M. E. Zion Church was quite a success. The Camp Fire Girls rendered the program. The trustees of A. M. E. Zion Church entertained the members and friends at the church last Monday evening. A social hour was enjoyed by all present. An interesting program was rendered by the board. Bishop W. L. Lee of Brooklyn, N. Y., is holding a ten days' meeting at the A. M. E. Zion Church, beginning Tuesday evening. RUTHERFORD, N. J. EAST RUTHERFORD, N. J.-Owing to the snow fall and rain in Rutherford to Philippe, the sermon at the St. Philips' M. E. Zion Church was not so large attended as they usually are. The Rev. G. S. Sterling, the pastor, filled the pulpit for the day. The pastor, on Sunday afternoon, attended a very interesting missionary meeting at the A. M. E. Zion Church, backpacks N. J., I. B. Turner, pastor. The meeting, I. B. Turner, now in charge of the Rev. Pearce, who is a returned missionary from the West Coast of Africa. Revival services were held last week at the Mt. Aarat Baptist Church, conducted by the Rev. D. J. Campbell of Plainfield, N. J., and the Rev. D. J. Bailen. Ms. R.' L. Burrell, at 40 Margaret street. East Rutherford, has been confined to her home with a night neck of lugerine, but is improving nicely. Ms. Burrell is a missionary and Sunday school superintendent in Mt. Aarat Church. Mrs. Douglas Alexander has returned to her home in Spring street, Rutherford, after a two weeks' illness in the St. Lake's Hospital in New York. Mrs. Seaton Deas of Spring street, Rutherford, spent an enjoyable day with her daughter on Sunday last in Brooklyn, N. Y. BAYONNE, N. J. Bayonne, N. J.—Mrs. Annie Clark, 510 Boulevard, visited her daughter, Mrs. Taylor of Rahway, N. J., Saturday, January 20. The attendance was not as large as usual at St. Peter A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday, January 21, o nacade the weather. The pastor the Rev. James prescheduled two-forceful sermons. The Christian Endeavor Society of the church has recently organized a child care lunch out and do some creative and helpful work under the management of its newly elected president; Miss Jessie Williams, president; Miss Jessie Williams, secretary; Miss Frances G. Mulford, correspondent secretary; Mrs. hattle Williams, treasurer; Mrs. Pearl Small, acting chaplain. The B. Y. P. U. of Angelic Baptist Church will hold the installation ex- hension of its newly elected officers Sunday after its newly 28, at 3.00 p.m. Richard S. Fitzgerald is president of the organization. St. Peter's, A. M. E. Zion Sunday School recently elected officers for the present year as follows Superintendent, J. F. George, assistant superintendent, Miss Frames G. Mullford, secretary, Miss Carabell Gaither; assistant secretary, Miss Elmore Thomas; treasurer, Miss Elmore Thomas; assistant treasurer, Miss Jesse Williams; organist, Miss Edna Johnson. The following were elected teacher: the Rev. J. M. Branch Bible class, Miss F. Mullford, First Intermediate class; Mrs. Marcus Thomas, Second Intermediate class; Mrs. Laura Thomas, First Primary class, and Miss Louise Scarce, Second Primary PATTERSON, N. J.—Services at the A. M. E. Zion Church were well attended last Sunday in spite of the snow storm. The Rev. C. C. Williams occupied the pulpit at both services and preached two able sermons, taking as his morning object: "The Inquiring Greeks, for the Inquiring Insecure, for the Invisible." He united the church and of the evening service communion was administered. The Interdenominational Ministers' Union met last Friday at the A. M. E. Zion Church and held two very interesting meetings. In the afternoon the regular business of the union was transcribed by the Rev. Caldwell of Hiburn, N. Y., on the subject, "Prayer." The paper was freely discussed by the members. The ladies of the church served supper. At the evening service the Rev. Mr. Griffin of Philadelphia, Pa., delivers a masterful sermon on the "Church of the Union" which will be held at Ridgewood, N. J. Program of St. Augustine's Presbyterian Church in charge of Fred Finklay: Solo, Mr. Latham, New York City; recitation, Mrs. Samuel Holmes, Passaic, N. J.; solo, Mrs. Emma Murray, Passaic, N. J.; solo, Mrs. Eva Eason; recitation, Mrs. G. Cairn, Ridgewood, N. J.; solo, Edward Coulter, Passaic, N. J.; remarks, John A. Hugges. The next meeting of the Federation of Monumental Basilist, Church, Jersey Cheapest Rent in Harlem. 2lcBing.asuFHvH8nB |gRKHcwj. PLAINFIELD, N. J. PLAINVIELD, N. J.-M. Harris, quite an aged man, of 326 Plainfield avenue, was taken to the hospital Tuesday in a serious condition. He remains the same. Death has again visited Mrs. Wm. Mahew's family, West 41st street. This time he took her uncle in Jersey City, Mr. and Mrs. Mahew lefth Saturday Jan. 16, in her funeral. His name was J. Roberts, known among his friends as "Undie Jake." The high school gymnasium was crowded to overlowing Tuesday evening, January 10, to witness the basketball game between the Athenian Speed Boys and the Oval Club, of Newark, I. J., and believe me, they are some of the best players in half a world. Ralph Greene, for the Athenian passed another first ball in basket and quickly another and another and a few scattering ones were made after he made those. All in all it gave the fans rooting for the home team great encouragement. But in the second half they were another by the Oval's fast and tricky work. Our boys need more weight and lost of practice to be more fiercely. Although our boys were brazen we are still confident of their good ball tossing ability. The Painsfield correspondent for Twin New York Ace is furnished with credentials from the editor of Twin Ace to the public, asking courtesy. They are presented wherever news set for publication may be laid. It is hoped some will be given without paying bearer to an embarrassing position. The Painsfield avenger, who has been normally ill for three weeks, seems about the name. Her daughter, Mrs. May Cork, of New York, has been recalled to remain with her and has arrived. two brothers and one nephew from Frankfort, Pa., arrived Saturday, January 20, Lewis, Walter and Elma Barrett. Mrs. Robert Lee, Westervelt avenue, returned last week from a week's visit with Mrs. Jackson, South 17th street, North Philadelphia. Boy Scouts, No. 17, Scoutmaster E. Phedra, will be in attendance at February 8. They will have charge of the collection. Whatever contributions are received will be turned over to the Good Samaritan Oubian's Home. Mrs. Jas. Ward, 3rd place, was taken to the hospital last week and see about the same. Pneumonia had set in. Hope for an early recovery is being had. Rev. Crooms, East 3rd street, is much later after a short illness. Much success has been achieved at the Church, held by Ebinezar Baptist Church, of which he is pastor. The Embroidery Club held its meeting Friday, January 12, at Mrs. Royals' home, Richmond street, and on Friday, January 19, at Mrs. Paul Caleman's home, Richmond street. Mrs. Emmia Barma entertained. "Nuff said." H. Robinson, Rocky Mountain, N.C. at the mackenzie's with her cousin, Mrs. S. Pickens, West 4th street, returned to her home Monday, January 22, well pleased with our little town. Death came to the relief of an old lady who was a sufferer for a short time, Saturday evening, January 28, at 8 p.m. Mrs. Emmia Ruggles, West 4th street was posted on Wednesday, January 29, at fifteen grandchildren and a number of other relatives. Miss Ada Cobbe, West 3rd street, stood examination at the Lee College, New York, Mine. J. W. Walker's hair parlor, Saturday, January 20. Mr. Gott, Plainfield avenue, secreto about the name in his ill condition. The funeral of Richard Norwood of West 3rd street, was held at Calvary Baptist Church Sunday, January 20, at 10 a.m. at the Norwood memorial office, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Jones, E. M.ayward and Rev. J. W. Caller, Interment in Evergreen Cemetery. Among the out of town mourners were an old acquaintance of the writer, Jas. Norwood, brother to the deceased. Bereaved here is a wife and son Lawrence Norwood and wife, who reside in Orange, N. J. Mrs. A. J. Lambert, 324 Plainfield avenue, left at once after receiving notice of the death of her cousin Wm. Vandunk, on January 21. The funeral was held Monday at 1 p.m. at Tallman, N. J. We have a new addition to our mace's professional business men—W. B. Foster, 512 East 3rd street. Call and aid him and encourage him. He likes to talk business with us. Open for inspection, the finest new fireproof apartments, handmade decorated throughout; elegant entrance; 2, 3, 4 large, light, airy rooms; all improvements; ranges, hot water supply, tiled baths and open bathing. Rent $0 to $16. See OWNER or JANITOR. 214-16 East 127th Street, New Third Avenue. RUTHERFORD, N. L. BAYONNE N J PATERSON, N. I. City, N. J., February 22. The Wednesday Embroidery Club met at the residence of Mrs. William Armstead. After the regular next meeting will be held with Mrs. W. C. Hart, February 7. After the meeting of the Colored Men's Civic Association, February L. W. E. Hopper will report on the home. Miss Patse Hawkins is confined to her home with gripe. Sunday school convention of the Baptist churches of New Jersey will be held at Calvary Baptist Church Thursday. Mrs. Smith, mother of Miss Ada Latham, who is a patient in the General Hospital, is improving. J. Randolph and F. Hailstock, Jr. were the guests at supper of E. H. Hopper at his parents' residence. Mr. and Mrs. Layton were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. N. W. Cotton on Sunday. Mrs. Eva Parks and son, Mark, speak week end with her sister, Mrs. W. W. Walker. L. S. Rouser has been confined to his home with lagripe, is much improved. The nineteenth annual banquet of Goodwill Lodge, was very largely attended on Tuesday evening, January 16. The charge consisting of Messr. Satchwell, William, Woolridge and Harrison, who deserve great credit for the splendid menu served by Hinton & Hogans, consisting of soup, oyster patties, turkey, beans, candied sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce. Among those present were Mr. Rouser, Mrs.atchwell, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Hogans, Mr. and Charles C. Woolridge, Rev. W. W. Walker, Rev. C. C. Williams, Mrs. Fred Findlay, Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Rouser, Mrs. William C. Hart, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Walker, Dr. and Mrs. Geo Kyle, Mrs. N. T. Cotton, and many others. Addresses were made by Mrs. Rouser, Mrs. Lewis, Dr. H. H. P. G. Master, F. Lewis, P. N. F. Louis S. Rouser, William Andrew Freeman, Lodge No 2099, Washington, D. C. P. G. Master Huggs. HILTON N. I Hilton, N. J.-Miss Annie Lawson gave an informal gathering at her home on Friday evening. A very enjoyable evening was silent playing games and dancing. Towards the close of the evening, the rest of the served. Among those rests were: Misses Virginia and La Rema Johnson, Emma Jackson, Ethel Hammer, Ruth and Grace Hamm, W. Garner and E. Valentine; Messrs. Lawrence Dancy, Kenneth Davis, Wm. Garner, E. Valentine; Messrs. Hammer, Miss Virginia Johnson; entertained at dinner on Sunday Misses Anna Shelton and Sadie Garland, of Maplewood. Mrs. Madrick entertained on Sunday her daughter and ggsson of Newark, N. J. We are all glad of the growth of the Christian Endeavor through the uniting efforts of Rev. Algoos. ATLANTA, GA ATLANTA, Ga.—The glee club and orchestra of Morehouse College held its seventh annual concert Friday, November 12. The concert was one of the most prestigious occasions. Notwithstanding weather conditions, the college auditorium was filled to its capacity. Dr. Frank E. May, the French, Consul, was special guest on that occasion. The debating teams to represent the school later in the year against Knoxville and Talladega have been invited to attend the Richards, Charles Perkins at Knoxville; M. M. Fisher, R. C. Barbour and Ira D. Reid at home. The subjects for debate is, Resolved, that pensions should be paid from public funds to needy mothers of dependent children. A large number of alumni and visitors is expected to attend the celebration of the college beginning Sunday, February 25, 1917, and ending Tuesday night, February 27. 411 West 52nd St. Conveniences. Newly decorated. Rent $9, $10 and $11. Apply Janitress. 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NEWS OF GREATER NEW YORK Mr. and Mrs. Harvard Davis have come from this city to Raleigh, N. C. Miss Margie Wilson spent last Sunday at Parth Amber, N. J., visiting her parents. Mr. Joseph Stoele of Elimira, N. Y., in New York for several days recently. James M. Bruce of New York was the holiday guest of Mrs. Susan Davis, Manville, Ky. Miss Gertrude Jamieson of Newburgh, N. Y., will spend the winter in New York. Mr. Rose Watson has returned to her home at Hot Springs, Va., after a visit to this city. Miss Lillian Lines has returned from a visit to her uncle, Harry Bryan, atinghamton, N. Y. Mr. Annie Dewey of Philadelphia was a guest recently of her cousin, Rev. W. H. Brooks. Miss Lee Hardinge has been visiting her mother and sister at 3648 Forrest avenue, Chicago, Ill. Miss Luna Dyett is visiting her sister, Mrs. Albert Hodge, 285 Fayette street, Parth Amber, N. J. Mr. Mabel L. Hilton-D'Arce of 2137 Madison avenue is visiting her mother, Mrs. W. M. Lookler, Raleigh, N. C. Miss Sallina is associated with the Martin-Smith School, situated at 188 West 180th street, where she will instruct in voice culture. George Parris was entertained recently by the Misses Rose and Idell Harris at their home in St. Louis, Mo. Mrs. Lena Johnson was entertained at lunchon Saturday afternoon by Mrs. Marie A. Wright, 267 West 44th street. Mrs. Thomas Smith of 16 Haydock street, Rahway, N. J., visited relatives and friends in New York and Jersey City. Miss Helen Walton was a recent guest of Miss Emily E. Love and Miss Martha M. White, 743 South Dorrance street, Philadelphia. Mrs. Douglas Alexander of Rutherford, N. J., has returned home after being sick for two weeks in St. Luke's Hospital, New York. Mrs. May Cook has been called to Plainfield, N. J., by the serious illness of her mother, Mrs. Wm. Gross, Sd., Plainfield avenue. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Sawyer have gone to Raleigh, N. C., to live. Mr. Lawyer came to New York from Raleigh twenty-two years ago. Dr. C. A. Dunston of Raleigh, N. C., who has been in New York having his eyes treated, has returned home, accompanied by Dr. F. J. Thornton, son of Raleigh. Mrs. Hannah Johnson, who resides with her son, Samuel A. Johnson, Red Bank, N. J., is spending the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Lavinia Sylvester, in this city. Broadway Auto School, 213 West 85d street, is giving a special course, including everything, during the winter months, for $10. Also long road beaches on the Locomobile for 50 c. each. Jan4-3mos Dr. L. B. Ellerson of Blddle University, Charlotte, N. C., preached on "The Coming Kingdom" to an appreciative audience. The Rev. Mr. Lawton will occupy the pulpit at both services Sunday. Walter B. Brown, 1 West 131st street, after being confined at St. Luke's hospital for five weeks undergoing two serious operations, is convalescing under the care of his physician, Dr. N. M. Johnson, 24 West 132d street. Mrs. Lena Johnson and Mrs. P. A. Green paid an official visit to St. Francis Household of Ruth No. 4789, at Rye, N. Y., Wednesday evening, January 17, and installed the officers. A collation was served and a very enjoyable evening was spent by all present. Mrs. Lena Johnson of Auburn, N. Y., district grand most noble governor of District H. of R, No. 7, is in the city on official business and to hold the executive meeting of the D. G. H. of R, No. 7, Mrs. Johnson is the guest of Mrs. P. A. Green, D. G. W. R., 252 West 53d street. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Couch entertained at dinner Wednesday evening; January 10, in honor of Dr. Chas. A. Dunton and Dr. F. J. Thornton of Raleigh, N. C. Guests present at dinner were: Dr. Chas. A. Dunton, Dr. F. J. Thornton, Thos. M. Myrick of Dartmouth College, Thos. Lomax, T. M. Chentuh J. W Buchanan, Geo. E. Boardelly, R. McCraw and E. C. Wilkerson of Jersey City, and G. H. Johnson of Newark, N. J. Douglas Centennial at St. Marks. The one hundredth anniversary of Douglass' birth will be celebrated on Thursday evening, February 16, at St. Mark's M. E. Church, under the auspices of the St. Mark's Lycum. Among the spencers will be Roscoe Genkling Simmons, Lawyer E. A. Johnson, John E. Bruce, the Rev. R. M. Bolden and Mrs. M. C. Lawton. An original poem will be read by John B. Brown, Jr., one of the teachers in the public schools. The details of the celebration are being worked out by the Douglass Centenary Committee, C. G. Allen, chairman; Mrs. Maud Jones, Miss Grace Campbell, the Rev. E. Bruce, Geo. W. Harris, the Rev. W. S. Holder, Robert L. Waring, Dr. Chas, Mayfield, Rev. W. H. Brooks, James H. Anderson, the Rev. E. N. McDaniel, and the Rev. W. R. Lawton. Birthday Reception to Mt. Olivet's Pastor On Thursday evening, January 18, a large crowd of friends and admirers gathered at the residence of the Rev. William P. Hayes, pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church, to honor him on the occasion of his 36th birthday anniversary. The crowd first assembled in the apartment of Mrs. Pennie Smith, and was later led by Mrs. Charity Jones and G. G. Stephens to the apartment of Mrs. Mim. Hayes, where Mrs. Mage BIG BUSINESS MASS MEETING Under the Auspices of the Rahway Mercantile and Realty Company, Inc., of 108 DeKalb Avenue, Brooklyn, will be held at Central Casino, 154th Street, one block East of 8th Avenue, New York City, Friday evening, January 26, 1917. The meeting will be enlivened by vocal and instrumental music, rendered by talented musicians of the race. It will also be addressed by several prominent speakers, the chief of whom will be the Rev. W. W. Brown, D.D., pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church, New York City; Doctor Brown's subject will be "What the Colored Race Must Do to Obtain Its Earthly Salvation." All New York knows Doctor Brown, and knows that when he promises anything in the nature of a speech, he always gives the best. Persons who bought lots from the Metropolitan Mercantile and Realty Company, or were otherwise interested in that Company, will learn something to their interest by attending this meeting. ADMISSION FREE. Doors open at 7:30. Meeting begins at 8:15. If you are interested in the business welfare of the race, come and spend the evening with us. It will be both helpful and enjoyable to you. RAHWAY MERCANTILE AND.REALTY COMPANY, INC. 108 DeKALB AVENUE, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Have enough pride in your own race to support its charities! War prices cripple the Home for Aged Colored People and it needs your help. Small Sums will Save the Situation! 2. Send One Dollar now to celebrate its 25th Anniversary or call and see the cosy home Brooklyn has for your old folks at 1095 St. John's Place. Address: Mrs. C. J. GEARCH, Treasurer. Jan. 18-2t gie Sheppard announced the following program: z Echo from joint board, by G. G. Stephens; solo, J. A. Kirby; presentation from Carnation Club, Mrs. Lucreia Lewis; solo, J. B. Bowers; paper, Miss Mary E. Burke; solo, Julian Keith; recitation by Miss Daisy Sidnor; remarks by Mrs. Charity Jones; response by the pastor. After the program refreshments were served by a committee of ladies who spared no pain in making everybody happy. Several birthday cakes and other useful presents were received by the pastor. Mr. W. P. Hayes, St., the mother of Rev. Hayes, was also present and received remembrances from many of the friends. Ministers' Meeting All who were present last Monday at the meeting enjoyed the able discourse as presented by the Rev. Dr. Hayes of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church of New York City. The closing sermon of the month will be Monday at 2 p. m., by the Rev. Mr. Hill, who has been assisting the Rev. Dr. Brooks in evangelistic services during the past month. This will be the Rev. Mr. Hill's farewell sermon to the ministers. It is hoped that every minister will make an effort to be present. Y W C A. Notes Among the new arrivals at the association building have been Miss Carolynde Frazer of Atlanta, Ga.; Miss Ada Thomas, Miss Sarah Spencer Mrs. Morgan, Greenwich, Conn., and Miss Rachel Hill, Philadelphia, Pa. At the January monthly members meeting and social of the Y. W. C. A. held on last Tuesday evening, Mrs Cornelia Williams donated $2 toward the support of the work; Miss Charity Scott, $1, and Mrs. Bentrice Lucas, $1 Miss Idella Golston renewed her membership. This branch of the association is now offering as membership privileges the following: In physical work, admittance to either the Monday evening basketball team for adults, Mrs Dora Norman, coach, or the girl's Thursday evening team, Miss Cornelia Thomas, coach; Mrs Ethel Fearnings' choral club every Sunday evening at 6 o'clock. All are welcome to the Sunday afternoon Bible class which meets at 5 o'clock. Mrs. Bentrice Lucas is giving at her home on the evening of February 1 amusic and dance in the interist of the "Knickerbocker Five," the Y. W. C. A. basketball team, to which all friends of the association are invited. Miss Jarvis, the employment secretary of the association, is getting some very desirable calls from prospective employers through the bureau; those desiring work at this time are urged to come and register. Young Men's Christian Association Notes. The attendance at the big meeting was very gratifying to the managers and they are congratulating themselves. Mrs. Nora Taylor of Chicago, the speaker of the day last Sunday, made an address on the subject "God's First Injunction to Man." That the men enjoyed it was demonstrated by their particular interest and manifestations. Next Sunday the meeting will be addressed by Dr. G. H. Sims, the popular pastor of Union Baptist Church. His subject will be "Courage, the Need of the Hour." In addition to the address by Dr. Sims Frederick Pedro will render a violin solo. These meetings are conducted in Lafayette Lodge Room No. 4, entrance on 131st street, and begin promptly at 4 p. m. The men are specially urged to be in the room at that time if they desire to have a part-in all of the program. All men are welcome and invited. The buildings on 135th street are being torn down to make way for the new modern building which is to be erected on the site. The committee of management is urging all persons who have not paid their subscription to do so now, as it is necessary to have money to keep things going. The religious and moral uplift of any race is the responsibility of that race, and we cannot hope for our men to be what they ought to be if they are not given the opportunity to spend their leisure hours in an environment that tends to higher development. Many places are provided that tend to degrade and draw young men from the path of right to the ways of wrong, but very few places aside from the church are so conducted that men are shown the higher standard and ideals for making a strong race. The following have paid their subscription to the building fund: J. H. Page, $10; Mrs. Addle Hunton, $5. The anniversary of the organization of the Young Men's Christian Association in New York for colored men by Dr. C. T. Walker will be celebrated in a fitting manner in the near future. It is intended to have Dr. Walker present at the time. On Thursday evening a Booster Club will be organized composed of men who live in Harlem. This meeting will be held at the room, 135 West 135th street. All men who are interested in the future of the association in Harlem are asked to join. The meeting will be held at 7.3. Music School Settlement Notes Those who braved the weather to attend the Sunday afternoon recital at the Music School Settlement January 21, richly rewarded with a program of recitation and song rendered by Mrs. Frances Rogers, elocutionist, and Mrs. Robert Idle, soprano, with Miss Morrison at the piano Mrs. Wm. Curtis Demorest opened the program with a talk and afterwards played several of her original compositions. J Francis Mores sang two selections; J. Rosamond Johnson played an original piano selection. Mrs. Rogers delighted her audience with Irish and Italian dialect poems, Scottish stories and monologues. Mrs. Idle sang groups of songs and responded to repeated encores. The School offers a unique attraction by way of a spring sale that is being prepared by a committee of ladies. Mrs. Wm. Curtis Demorest, chairman of this committee, in her talk Sunday, spoke of the unheard of bargains that will be offered in everything imaginable for men, women and children, hats, dresses, shoes, suits, and all sorts of wearing apparel, and household effects from the parlor to the kitchen. She is asking the people of Harlem to make no further purchases until they shall have seen the tremendous sales that will be held at the School during the day and evening of March 5, 6, 7 and DIED. JAMES WELLS, one of the prominent business and churchmen of New York City, died January 16, at his late late life, after a long illness. He was born in Columbia S. C. and conducted an express business in New York City for the past fourteen years. He was twice president of the New York City Baptist Church, and Jersey City, N. J. an active and staunch church worker, having raised the first five hundred dollars toward the founding of the church of the Y. M. C. A. in New York City. Impressive funeral services, attended by more than twelve hundred persons, were held at the Mr. Olivel Baptist Church, Jersey City, N. J. and assisted by Dr. W. H. Brooks officiating, also the Southern Beneficial League of which he was a member. Mrs M. Pickerman and Mr. A. Guerrier of the Abyssinian Baptist Church choir, which attended in a body and of which he was formerly a member. Dr W. D. Hayes named a favorite hymn: "Does Jesus Care?" Letters of condolence were read from Dr. C. Walker, pastor of the Tabernacle, Hammond, Indiana, and the Epworth League choir of the St Mark's M. E. Church. He is survived by a wife, slater and mother, interment in the family plot at Mt. Hammond, Hammond, Indiana. Funeral arrangements conducted by Rodney Dade & Bros., of 239 West 53rd street. DIED. ELLISON—Mrs. Chua, departed this life January 14, 1817, at her home, Wesley, New York. She was survived by a daughter, Mrs. Ada Smith, and two sons, Thomas Ellison and John W. Ellison of New York. She was loved by everyone. Her death is mourned by many, owing to her church work and the lodges she was affiliated with. HELP WANTED Webb Draper Agency 133 West 30th Street winks to announce the reopening at the above address. Good situations for rare color-servants, male- and female Under the direction of MRS. CORNELLA A. CHRISTIANI MRS. CORNELLA A. CHRISTIANI This agency is not responsible for any outside so-called representatives. Tel. 1147 Mad. Square. WANTED - A good congenial man to work on farm, good home, reasonable wages. Address E. A. Dorsey, 139 East 7th Street, Plainfield, N. J. 8. There will be a sweater and dance each evening. The names of those on the committee will be announced later. The Choral Society meets Saturday evening at 8:30; children's recreation as usual, basketball practice, operetta rehearsal and dancing. Sidney Woodward, tenor, teacher of voice culture, will give a song recital at the School on Wednesday evening: February 21. The program to be rendered next Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. will be given by Miss Emma Trosser, violinist, Miss Ludmiller Proetzko, cellist; and Mrs. Wm. Curtis Demorest, composer and pianist. All associate members are admitted free, visitors being charged 10 cents. Dougals Centre Club Wins Debate. On the evening of Monday, January 15:before a large audience at the Music School Settlement. 6 West 131st street, the Douglas Centre Literary and Dramatic Club defeated the hitherto unbeaten team of the Kings County League's Forum of Brooklyn, in a debate for quality and excellence far surpassed those of many of the colored universities heard in this city in recent years. The subject debated was "Resolved" that the Immediate Granting of Independence to the Filipinos Would be a Just Course for the United States to pursue. The speakers for the Douglas Club on the affirmative "were" Harold E. Simmelkjaer, expresident of St. Mark's Lyceum, John S. Brown, Jr., member of the teaching force, and Hudson Pryce, formerly of Howard University. Mr. Simmelkjaer refused. For the League's Forum on the negative side were Clarence H. Smith and Arthur King of, Commercial H. S., and Louis A. Jeppe. The judges were Chandler Owen, selected by the audi- INFORMATION WANTED. James Edward Johnson 109 Douglas street, Newburgh, New York, attention concerning his relatives: Father, mother, Henry and Susan Johnson; brothers, Alker, Claybourne and Geo. Washington; Mahatma Johnson. All were slaves of the estate of Dr. Lynn Crum, New Kent Co., Va. Mr. Johnson left home in 1861 at the age of 21. He was the father of the family of their children. Address 109 Douglas, Jamalen, N. Y. INFORMATION WANTED. Mrs. Rosa Dubols of 116 Parmer street, Newburgh, N. Y., wishes to know where he was when over three years ago, who went away, over three years ago. FOR SALE FOR SALE—Two family 11 room house in Bronx. One block, from Westchester subway. Ideal home. Easy terms. Address Real Estate. Y Ace Jan 18, 2015 FOR SALE. An up-to-date hair goods establishment in a first-class business section. Offer 12 yrs. on account of death desires to retire. One who understands the business can easily make $7,000 a year. Write N. A. Age for full participants and terms 247 West 46th ST. FOR SALE. FIR SALE-Furnished room business, reasonable terms. Apply 136 W. 53rd st. — Jan 41. 83TH ST., 203 E—One or two large uni kennels. Blair's chair, 4 to 9 evenings. JUST OPENED for refined colored families. 514 McDonough street. Six rooms and bath $23, five rooms and bath $20. Apply on premises. FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET LENINGTON AVE., 8580—Larce or small in private house. Reference required. PULLMAN CAR MEN Porters, Clerks, Laborers and all other working men are invited to call on the old re- latable office physician DR. WM. J. BRYAN 333 EAST 17th STREET NEAR 2M AVEURE, NEW YORK CITY Quick and lasting cure. Office open day and evening. Sunday morning and private diseases of men a speciality-30 years experience. CHRONIC DISEASES of the stu- mature, kindly proof of health, spleen, kidneys, urinary organs and private parts. NERVOUS DEBILITY unfitness for manage, kindly proof of youth, cured by my improved treatment OLD DR. BRYAN, Specialist, Treats Man Only. Cut out this ad- vantage and give an address to your friend who suffers. IF U DON'T C —CONSULT— DR. KAPLAN THE EYESIGHT SPECIALIST RELIABLE AND REASONABLE EYES EXAMINED FREE 531 LENOX AVE. OPPOSITE HARLEM POSITICAL WE DO . . . Job Printing ence. A. Philip Randolph, president of the Independent Political Council, named by the Douglas Centre, and for the League's Forum, John H. Smith, president of the Forum and father of the first negative-speaker. The decision was two to one against the Forum and was well received by those present. An interesting program was rendered by Miss Clara Blunt and Harold E. Simmelkjaer, elocutionists, Mrs. Beatrice Richards, soprano, and Cleveland Allen. Thirty-five organizations were represented, the presidents and prominent members of some being C. B. Rhone, Harold Pilgrim, John Alvin Ross, Wm. Hicks, Jaa C. Thomas, Jr., and Geo. W. Allen. Edmund Nelson was presiding officer for the evening. URBAN LEAGUE. GET$ BOYS' CLUB WORKER G. B. Gilmore, the great basketball player, has entered the employ of the National Urban League as Boys' Club Worker. Mr. Gilmore will have direction of boys' clubs at the Music School Settlement and at the Alpha Physical Culture Club, whose members have generously donated the use of their room during afternoons for the boys of the neighborhood. The clubs to be operated by Mr. Gilmore will in no way conflict with the existing clubs, as boys who are already bona fide, members of recognized clubs will not be accepted for membership. The clubs will be self-governing—the boys directing their own affairs under Mr. Gilmore's general supervision. RELIGIOUS NOTICES ABTISSIAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 343 W 40th st. 40th, between 7th and 8th Ave. Sunday Service—11 a.m. and 7.80 p. m. Holy Communion every first Sunday at 11 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday Morning prayer meeting. 6 a. m. Tuesday. 8 p. m. Missionary Society, prayer and praise services Thursday. 8 p. m. B. Y. U. musical and literary meeting. 8 p. m. Prayer meeting. 6 p. m. general prayer meeting. Rev. A. Clayton Powell. D. D. pastor; residence 140 W. 40th street, phone. Bryant, 7465. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 159-161 West 53rd street, between 6th and 7th Avenues. Rev. Win P Hayden. D. D. pastor. Preaching services every Wednesday at 11 a.m. The church meets every Sunday School at 2:30 p. m. Sundays. R. Y p. meets every Sunday at 5:30 p. m. B. Y. P. U. Literary meets every Wednesday at 11 a.m. The church meets every Sunday School at 5:30 p. m. Church Ald Society, second Monday evening in every month. Young Men's Social Club, every month on the third Monday evening. Visitors are made welcome. Telephone Bushwick 7197. MOTHER A. M. E. ZION CHURCH, 151-153 W. 158th St. Rev. W. Browne p. m. 10 W. 199th St. Rev. W. Browne Society—11 a.m. and 7.65 p. m. Holy Communion every second Sunday at 8 p. m. Sunday Morning Class—12.30 p. m. Sunday school at 8 p. m. Weekly—Meetings Class meetings every Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. Prayer Meetings friday evening. SEATS FREE PUBLIC INVITED. RUSH MEMORIAL A. M. E. ZION CHURCH, 58 West 138th Street. Services every Sunday at 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School at 2 p.m. Pastor, residence 652 D. Kline Avenue, T. B. Smith, Church Clerk, 129 West 136th Street. All are cordially welcome. ST MARKS METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 53d Street, near Eighth Avenue, New York City. Pastor, William H. Brooks, D. D Residence, 165 West 53d Street. Preaching, 11 a.m. and 45 p.m. Sunday School at 1 a.m. and Sunday morning at 8 o'clock. Sunday School at 2 p.m. Lycum, Sunday, at 4 p.m.; Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. Epworth, Sunday, at 4 p.m. Junior League, at 12 a.m. and Sunday morning at 4 p.m. Classes Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 8 a.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. July Communion, second Sunday evening in each month. Welcome to all. SALEM METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 162-4 West 135th Street. Rev Frederick Aabury, Assistant and 45 p.m. Sunday School. 2:30 p.m. L. S. Perry, superintendent. Men's Hille Class, 2:30 p.m. D. N. Thompson, interpellation Lycum, at 5 p.m. Sunday School. Gwynn, Allen, president Eunworth League, 5 p.m. Sunday, L. S. Perry, president. Classes, Monday Tuesday and Wednesday nights, and Friday night. Motherhood every Tuesday night. James Gohns president Holy Communion, first Sunday in each month. All are welcome. ST DAVIDS CHURCH, 334 East 160th Street, New York City. Rev Edward George Cliffon, D. D. Rector, 112 East 160th Street. Sunday School, Littany and Sermon. Sunday School, 130 p.m.; 8 p.m. evening service. A cordial welcome to all ST. JAMES PHRESTERFIELD CHURCH. 89-61 West 137th Street, New York City, Frank M. Hyder, New York State University, 11 m. wide, 1 m. high, C. K at 7 p. m., Sunday School at 1 p. m. Wednesday at 8 p. m., prayer service. The Lord's Supper is celebrated at 8 p. m. Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Gloria Welfare Club, Friday at 1 p. m. Boy's Brigade, Tuesday at 8 p. m. Junior Gloria Dullo, Friday at 8 p. m. The Brotherhood meets each Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and strangers are invited to worship with us. WASHINGTON MEMORIAL PRESBY TERIAN MISSION—Lemon avenue near the White House, 173 W. Law lion, minister Residence, 173 Willoughby street, Brooklyn. Phone Main 2677 Sunday preaching, 11 m. wide, C. K at 10:30 a.m. C. K at 7 p. m., Sunday Wednesday, 8 p. m., divine lecture and prayer services. The fourth Friday in each month m., the Young" People's Biographical Library. P. S. WE HAVE CHANGED QUARTERS. HARLEM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH the Rev. Dr. W. S. Holder, minister sunday—Preaching, 11 a. m. and $ p. m Sunday School—2:20 a. m. Y. P. $ p. m Sunday Polly Co. Minister, 11 a. m. Prayer service, Tuesday, $ p. m Teachers and Students' Literacy Society, Ladies' Church Aid and Mite Society, Conference, Tuesday each month, $ p. m Trustees Business Meeting fourth Thursday in every month $ p. m. Sunday School Teacher's Conference, June 14th in every month, Church Committee when called, Choir rehearsal, Friday, $ p. m. Mme. M. Elnor Falk, churc mental welcome awaits you. UNIVERSAL SPIRITUALIST CHURCH 114 W. 187th Street, Rev. J. R. White, paster. In connection with the General Assembly of Spiritualists. Services every sunday, Tuesday and Thursday evening hours, and preceding Every- day In season, the boys will have basketball, track, baseball and tennis teams. Later they will be organized in boy scout troops and will in the summer have a two weeks' outing, probably at the Urban League boys' camp. Debating teams, city history classes and other educational features will also be promoted. Gilmore is the center of the Alpha Physical Culture basketball team. He was a member of the undefeated Howard University Five, composed in addition to himself of Grey, Sykes, Nixon and Oliver—Curtis, substitute. Mr. Gilmore is a native of Oll City, Pa., but has been residing in New York City for some time. He spent five years at Howard University and has completed one year in the College of Pharmacy. BROOKLYN NOTES Mrs. Clae Dess of Rutherford, N. J., spent Sunday with her daughter in Brooklyn. Mrs. Julia A. Hadderson of Milton, N. C., visited her brother, Samuel Gooden, in this city. Miss Lettle Johnson, formerly of Schuyler, Va., but now residing in Brooklyn, was in Richmond, Va., recently. Mrs. Hattle Brown, who has been visiting her slater, Mrs. George H. Straughn, Portsmouth, Va., returned to her Brooklyn home last week. The annual meeting of the Howard Orphanage and Industrial School will be held at Concord Baptist Church, 165 Dumfield street, Thursday evening of this week. L. Hollingsworth Wood will preside. Madame C. J. Hamlin wishes to announce that she has opened a Studio at 397 Cumberland street. Scalp treatment a specialty for fallen hair and dandruff. Madame Walker's system Facial Massaging; bleaching cream on sale; results guaranteed. Phone Prospect 8281 Party W. Nov.16-3mo. Mrs. Elmira Weeks, 1719 Bergen street, entertained the Excelsior Club of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church of Westbury, L. I., on Wednesday evening, January 17. In addition to fifteen members of the club who motored up from Westbury, her guests included a number of Brooklyn people, Music and games were followed by a collation. Mrs. A. Rector; Mrs. P. Moore and Mrs. J. Evans of Camden, N. J., were in the city last Wednesday attending the funeral of their sister, Mrs. M Crossby. Mrs. G. Howard, an aunt of the deceased, and R. Anderson, a nephew, were also present. After the funeral the visitors from Camden went home with their sister, Mrs. G. L. Harper of Rosville. The Young Men's Lyceum of Siloam Presbyterian Church will hold its January meeting on Sunday, January 28, at 4.30 p. m. The installation of officers will take place. A musical program will be rendered under the direction of Wm A. White, presenting Mrs. Howland Price, Mrs. Sheldon Smith and others. Good speaking will feature the program. Business Meeting Postponed. The annual turkey dinner will take place at the Y W C A Le'ruary 8, 1917. Dinner tickets 75 cents. From 5 to 10 p.m. The regular monthly social which took place, January 19 was enjoyed by the number of young people present. The next social will be a Colonial social. February 23. WALTER F. CRAIG 483 Hancock St., Pik UNDER elephone 2876 Harlem JAMES C. UNDERTAKER A 89 West 134th Street Near Lenox Avenue LADY ATTENDANT. or. 1-1yr PHONK 6305 MORN. J. WESLEY LANE UNDERTAKER & EMBALMER OPEN ALL NIGHT. FUNERAL PARKOUR AND CHAPEL FREE. Laboratory In A Famous Service. Moderate Rates. :: 112 NEST 133rd ST. NEAR LENOX AVE. WHEN BEATH OCCURS AND AN ECO- NOMICAL FUNERAL IS REQUIRED CALL UP H. ADOLPH HOWELL PHONE 9230 AUDUBON 107 W. 136th St., New York Remains Stipulated To All Parts of the World. :: ALWAYS OPEN LADY ATTENDANT Miss Dora Smith and Mrs. C. M. Washington reported the Y. W. C. A. conference in Richmond at the service on Sunday, January 21. The speaker for Sunday, January 21, will be Miss Saka Ayres. Subject, "The Shepherd Psalm." All high school girls are invited to join the basketball team which meets each Friday at 3.45 p. m. at the Central Y. M. C. A. Nazarene Congregational Church, Brooklyn Rev. Sterling N. Brown of Howard University, Washington, D. C. preached an eloquent sermon last Sunday morning, in the Nazarene Congregational Church, and a good audience was delighted with his message. Dr. Brown was on Pompton Plains in the evening. Rev. A. P. Miller, pastor, preached a special sermon to the Progressive Odd Fellows Club, in the evening. The young men who belong to the club seemed delighted with the symphony and music and the cordial reception tendered by the church best. The pastor, organist and junior was all made glad with envelopes with something substantial 1 them. On next Sunday evening the chair will present the beautiful cantata. The Prodigial Taylor, these choirs congratulate Mina and the choirs usually supported by the best music talent in the city. The chair, visited Mina, Jessica Taylor last week and spent a pleasant evening in her home in Pacific street, on her birthday aniversary, leaving a five dollar prize as a slight token of their appreciation and esteem. Mina, Taylor at the organ on Sunday and the choir was at its best, and all were right to have the madam out again. Young Men's Aid Club, Flushing The Young Men's Aid Club of Flushing, held its first annual dinner at the mission on January 17. This was the swelliest affair held in the city of Flushing and was attended by the best class of people. Everybody spent an enjoyable evening. Each member and/or lady was present, with a few invited guests, making a total of 80 in all. The dinner was served by the best waiters in town. The menu-Fruit cocktail; roast turkey; baked ham; potatoes; peas; celery; cranberries; cream; cakes; after dinner; mints; cfee. Speeches were made by the following officers and members: T H. Taylor, represented the club; T E. Taylor, welcome address; an address by C. E. Grooms; closing remarks by Pres. W. Kennham; an address from the vice president of the Chelsea basketball Club, C. D. Johnson. Officers—P. W. Kennah, presiden G. H. Moseley, vice-president; T. T Taylor, receiving secretary; E. T lour, financial secretary; J. William treasurer; W. H. Harris, sergeant-at-arms; C. Jackson, prelate. DR. CHAS. H. ROBERTS DR. BENJ. T. WITHERS DENTIST 347 LENOX AVENUE Phone Morn. 5555 Near 127th St LAWYERS 150 NASSAU ST. NEW YORK Dec. 28 3pm ROOMS 906-7 E. A. JOHNSON ATTORNEY & COUNSELLOR-AT-LAW. MORTGAGE LOANS 150 NASSAU STRLET NEW YORK Phone 404 Parkman TELEPHONE 5044 JOHN Chas. E. Toney ...LAWYER... 80 Wall St. New York Jan 18 3pm TAKERS Open Day and Night THOMAS AND EMBALMER BRANCH 128 East 18th Street York City Tel. 2682 Gramercy s and Coaches to Let For All Purposes COACHES TO HIRE CAMP CHAIRS TO LET NOTARY PUBLIC W. 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