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300 Colored Americans Join Black Battalion Recruited in Canada There are more than three-hundred Negroes from the United States in the construction battalion being recruited in Canada, soon to be sent to the scene of conflict in Europe, according to J. R. H. Whitney, editor of the "Canadian Observer," who is in New York on business. Mr. Whitney is editor of the only colored paper published in Canada, and it has been due largely to his activities that the Government reached a decision to organize a colored battalion. VOL. XXX No. 23 300-Colored Join Black Recruited There are more than three-h States in the construction battalion to be sent to the scene of conflict Whitney, editor of the "Canadian" business. Mr. Whitney is editor lished in Canada, and it has been the Government reached a decisive. Over 200 colored men have joined whitregiments and are at the front, many being citizens of the United States. When the question of organizing a separate colored battalion was first agitated in Canada, Mr. Whitney petitioned to the governmental officials for an infantry battalion. It was decided, however, to recruit a construction battalion. Then an effort was made to secure all colored officers, but it was pointed out that, unlike an infantry battalion, it was necessary that commissioned officers of a construction battalion be civil engineers. A compromise has been reached, giving Negroes. Two commissioned officers have been appointed—a chaplain and a medical officer—with rank of captain. The colored soldiers, who are members of what is known as Construction Battalion No. 2, will sail for Europe some time in March. The following appeal is being made to color Guard to enlist in the newly-formed battalion: Enlist today and prove your gratitude for the precious heritage of freedom found only in the British Empire and under the British flag. Fight for that flag, maintain it in the future as it has been maintained in the past. In this terrific struggle every men's help is needed and even British best will do his best regardless of color or creed. Not counting the cost. This is a Construction Battalion which is badly needed and must be served with all possible means. Battalion because it has armies and artillery roads, which destroy enemy forces in recess and rebuke immediately in order to keep the fighting men supplied with food and munitions of war. In discussing the question of recruitment in Canada, a representative of TNRE asked Mr. Whitney if he regarded a wise move to encourage the organization of separate regiments for regoes in view of the government take colored men in what are generally known as white regiments. Mr. Whitney expressed the opinion that the taking of colored men in white regiments is a personal matter—one purely optional with regimental heads under the present volunteer system; that a body of colored soldiers, to his way of thinking, will make a more pronounced impression on the white citizens of Canada and occasion more favorable attention for their loyalty to Canada than the few colored men in white regiments, who are very apt to be overlooked. RETIRED FROM NAVY AS CHIEF GUNNER'S MATE (Special to The New York Age.) (Special to The New York Age) PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—John C. Jordan, who lives at 1326 South Mole street, city, was retired recently from the University of Pennsylvania, where he served, having attained the rank of chief gunner's mate. He entered the service on June 17, 1877, at Washington, D. C. He completed the course at the Gunner School, Washington, in 1893, and was the first Negro to do so. Mr. Jordan was on the Olympia, Dewey's flagship, at the battle of Manila Bay in 1893, and later was stationed at the Naval Academy, Annapolis, at the naval学院, Cabralo, Porto Rica, and the League Islands, Philadelphia, where he had charge of the rifle range at the time of his retirement. He has been awarded six medals from the government for Fidelity, Zeal and Obedience, and on his retirement received a letter from the Navy Department stating that he was "a valuable man in uplifting of the navy" and that "it regrets very much to see you retire from active life in the navy." FARMERS' CONFERENCE (Special to The New York Ann.) SANANNAN, Ga.—The nineteenth annual farmers' conference of the Georgia State Industrial College was held in the Meldrum Auditorium, at the college, with President R. R. Wright in charge. Representatives of the United States Department of Agricultural Department, of the Savannah Health Department took active part in the conference. Many of the most prominent educators, hears and professional men of the state, colored and white were on the program, which included consideration of practical farming, fertilizers, boll weevil, hatching, poultry raising, animal husbandry, health, tuberculosis, pellagra, farm management, moral conditions, the large moors and the high cost of liv- IMPORTANT POSITION The appointment is announced this month of Miss Grace P. Campbell, superintendent of the Empire Friendly Shelter Home, 116 West 133d street, as parole officer for the Parole Commission of Parole of which Karen B. Davis is president; a position of considerable distinction and authority. As parole officer, Miss Campbell will institution of Carnegie of New York City. The appointment is the result of a competitive civil service examination, and is particularly acceptable to the Parole Commission, because of Miss Campbell's large experience as a social worker. In addition to her experience in the Emily Friendly Shelter, which is a disciplinary and protective home for unfortunate colored girls, she has served for five years as probation officer for the Court of General Sessions of New York county and for one year as social investigator for the Board of Child Welfare, which position was also secured as the result of a competitive examination. Miss Campbell is one of the best informed social workers of the country, her experience being especially rich along the line of work among delinquents. Her work in the connection has been with both men and women. Her work with the Board of Child Welfare enabled her to accumulate a rich store of information as to home conditions among the poorer classes, white and colored. COZART WANTS HIGHER WAGES FOR WAITERS (Special to THE NEW York Age.) ATLANTIC CITY, N. J.—W. F. Cozart, headwaiter for 15 years and ex-president of the National Headwaters' Association, addressed 500 waiters in a meeting held at Fitzgerald's Auditorium, urging them to appeal to the hotel proprietor a substantial increase in their wages. It was claimed that, notwithstanding the enormous increase in living expenses, there has been no increase in the wages paid waiters in the past fifteen or twenty years, and at the same time tips have decreased more than 50 per cent. Mr. Cozart declared that a remedy for this condition is in the hands of the headwaiter, who is in a position to reach the ear of the hotel proprietor and acquaint him with the fact that waiters are unable to make a living under present conditions. The meeting took no definite action, it not being intended to excite a strike or to form unanimity, but an effort will be made to have the hotel proprietors give earnest consideration to the waiters' plea. HOTEL CHEF DIES AFTER 23 YEARS IN ONE HOUSE (Special to THE NEW York Age.) (Special to THE NEW YORKER) WATERTOWN, N. Y., Heberle Alexander and her father, who died here recently, had been chef at the New Woodruff Hotel for 23 years. He had worked under several management, his first service being with Charles A. Hungerford. His ability was of the highest and he enjoyed to the fullest the esteem of his employers. Surviving him are his widow; his parents, three sisters, the Misses Myrtle Mary and Lilian, a brother, Alhert, a lawyer, all of whom live in Syracuse; Walter and Judson of Brockville, and Earl of Buffalo, are the other brothers living. Mr. DeFrank was a member of the Sons of Veterans and of the Knights of Pythias at Ujice. APT "Why do they call the baby 'Bill'?" "He was born on the first of the month." Gertrude R. McBoughal, Secretary of Committee on Vocational Opportunities for Colored Girls, Making Strengths Effort to Secure Openings. Finding business and industrial openings for the colored girls who take the year's course of training in the Mainhattan Trade School of New York City is the onerous task allotted to Mrs. Gertrude S. McDougall, "Secretary of the Committee on Vocational Opportunities for Colored Girls. The fact that she must show all of her efforts are to colored girl employees makes her task the more difficult. The secretary's work really begins with the graduation of the girls from the grammar schools, for it doveties upon her to offer such advice as the conditions make necessary in the choosing of suitable vocations, to which is added in many cases the furnishing of sufficient stimulation to the girls that they take up the study in their care. Course personal supervision of the girls during the year they are pursuin the Trade School's course is absolutely necessary. But the really difficult task is the placing of the girls at the end of the course, and this problems grows more serious as the scope of the girl's knowledge and skill increases. In some lines of skilled industry, there is little difficulty in placing the colored girl, but in other cases what is important is possible girls who closed against colored girls. And if it is this phase of the industrial situation which Mr. Mi-Dougail is working hardest to overcome. Objective. Based on Prejudice. In making requests to the employer operating them, shows that prejudice may be given a chance, the secretion has been given a number of reasons for it, and the employer will not tolerate this prejudice will be cooled. This objection is based on the blind prejudice is very evident, and this is brought out by persistent questioning of the employer. Many of them are willing to answer questions, and all of them are anxious, to co-operate. The employer needs workmen of the class offered by Mrs. McDougall, though some of them use the employee's objection as a cloak for their own prejudice. A determined effort is being made to meet and overcome this particular phase of the matter,( and to this end Mrs. McDougall has formulated a talk to be made direct to the white employees. Request is made of the employer for permission to talk to the girls for five minutes, at the close of the day's work, or at its beginning, or at any other time the employer may set apart. This talk is planned to stimulate the prejudiced employer to think of their work working with colored girls instead of blindly following the dictates of an unreasonable prejudice. A Talk to White Employees. The following is the text of a talk given to white girls who have refused to work in a shop with colored girls. They are addressed at the close of the day's work by Mrs. McDougald, as follows: I know that the end of the day finds you tired. So I will take but five minutes. I can make to your acquaintance. I feel as though I should know the girls of New York City because I was born here, went to school and worked with girls like you. And we always got along well together. I never wondered about this until late and see now that all got along well worked with girls like you. And we were working we were in sympathy because we were all hont on our work. "So I was roan surprised to learn from my employers that in the shops, colored and white girls could not work side by side. And I came straight to you to ask you to think about the colored girls' side of this your objections. To say you to tell me your objections. "We are all workers. And right now we are not showing each other for elow room. There is more work than we can do. In most others, the great troubles come between the workers and the employing classes, not among the workers themselves. Many girls already feel especially in the amo line--there is the working bond of sympathy whether you are white, yellow, brown or black. "That is something like the feeling a French-speaking girl has when she learns that a human being. I have known a black Haitianne to be almost hugged when she answered the stranger's inquiry in the native French. This war will level the ranks of the natives. There is so mucu haunting common to French, Italian, Russian and German speaking people that the same language is necessary to the sympathies they all share with one another. The under people are all suffering and fighting together. "Just so, we are all workers. And, we want to work. And, reason why all girls of every nationality cannot work side by side. All you want of the ship in the work. All we want of the shop in the work. You want to buy your meal, say, Well, earn your meals in any line than ours." And most offended girls do. But we are not all alike—you are not all alliage. Some of us like to earn money by AHWAN School of Law this city, is lived here for many years a X, and Sha is treated dressmaking Caming to the hall, trouble could be a new customer, with Vandable, New Fark set. A feature of the Akhawan School papellite child of south, with the amount of thy grand. Residence at this Hall McKinney of Brown, McKinney Gloria, McKinney and fifth making a museum at the taught at the wing is that patterns with doing away of the adjust- plexing dua- taking the Miss Hatriet Mrs. Mrs. W. Mrs. Mrs. Villie. Ten- all of whom morrs in dress- ages as soon A recent newspaper by Mr. Brown three weeks from this, compre- sioned New Orleans tant point. est delicately fueled by feeded by charge of the She declared her health to get into of the story of the story is also given completed in registered for amia, Chicago and other dis- trict of the large Aheville of week to take the department only because opportunity Also because school and niness in con- dition of the late man well known quoted regularly was interested mills. She mother family of belonging John M. tester, who Brussels, Bel- lowers. the meeting men and the women of the city, and plans are being considered for bettering the housing conditions among the colored people of this city. Pursuant to a call from Mayor Preston, a number of prominent men and women met at the City Hall last Friday to discuss the high conference regarding conditions. A number of the whites seemed to be of the belief that the segregation law was burdensome and unnecessary, as was evidenced by an appeal for better housing conditions by the Rev. George A. Griffiths, pastor of St. Mary's P. E. Church. His attacks on segregation caused Mayor Preston to remark that the operation were not topics for the discussion. Mr. Griffiths declared that segregation caused the congestion. Dr. John F. Groucher told of plans that the trustees of Morgan College have for acquiring about sixty acres in the suburbs and locating the college and high-grade homes for colored people there. This plan, he intimated, depended upon the way that the whites felt about it. In calling the conference to order, Mayor Preston stated that the matter of housing among colored people was a community question and told of the paving being done by the city in small streets and alleys so as to make for better health conditions. Dr. John O. Spencer, president of Morgan College, is optimistic about the conference. He is confident that conditions will be achieved through the medium of this conference," he told a representative of TUR Acer The Rev. C. G. Cummings, the Rev. D. G. Hill, the Rev. W. M. Alexander. W. Ashleigh Hawkins, Dr. B. M. Rhetta, Dr. R. M. Hall, the Rev. J. R. L. Diggs, and H. Davenport were among the colored members of the Mayor Preston announced the appointment of an all-white committee Monday to consider the housing question. He named the following: Dr John D. Blake, Commissioner of Health; Dr. William T. Howard, Assistant Commissioner of Health; James McDermott, Assistant Commissioner School Board; N. G. Gray, Secretary of the Board of Supervisors of City Charities; Dr. Theodore C. Janeway, Dr. Henry Barton Jacobs, Dr. J. W. Maastruder, executive secretary of the Federated Charities; the Rev Charles A. Evers, pastor of St. Barnabus Colled Catholic Church; the Laurent Ragus Commissioners of the Board of Commissioners; former Judge Alfred F Niles, Morris Whitridge, Robert Biggs, James Swan Frick, Mrs Huntington Williams and Mrs. Charles F. Ellicott WOMEN HEAR ATTACK ON SEGREGATION BALTIMORE, Md.-Residence segregation in Baltimore was sharply attacked by Dr. Thomas S. Hawkins at the fourth annual luncheon and conference of the Woman's Co-operative Civic League last Saturday night. The remarks of Dr. Hawkins followed an address by Gen. Lawrason Riggs, president of the Police board, in which the latter told of plans being fostered by some well-known white people to relieve the housing problem among local Negroes by building homes for which only moderate rents would be asked. WHITES GET MORE IN TOUCH WITH THE NEGRO Knows Staple as No Other Group in This Country—Nine-tenths of Cotton Samplers are Colored Men. (BY WILSON JEFFERSON) AUGUSTA, Ga.—The southern white man is beginning to show actual friendliness toward the Negro who has what we call in common parlance a grouch in -codding and -soft-soap to the Negro in old film things which were pleasing to hear, the white man got entirely of touch with those Negroes who were dissatisfied to the point of sacrificing their all to get away from the South. The supremacy of cotton, the mainstay of South, is threatened both by this class of Negroes and by the woll weevil. N. L. Willet, a leading white citizen of Augusta, Ga., is one of those who want to find out the sources of this dissatisfaction among Negroes. Some of the things he has found out could be much much effort, but some of his remedies are striking and is not exactly new. Improvement of Farm Conditions. Mr. Willet's suggestion as to the improvement of farm conditions is that each white landowner guarantee the proper physical well-being of the tenureholders and the farmers themselves so much money for fertilizers and other legitimate crop expenses. Some of these things which would help to keep the Negro on the farm, according to Mr. Willet, are better homes and better food. His idea as to help the Negro to be a farmer owner to provide his Negro tenant with a cow, at least a score of laying hens, a brood son, and a plot for a vegetable garden. Of course the tenant is to return these or at least account for them, at the end of each crop year, when the farmer can sustain the system, the cow, the cottage, plantation, the one not far removed from Patersonism. Whole families on some of these farms actually eat and sleep and live in one big room, subdivided, of course, as conveniently as possible with hangings of quilts or curtains. A southern white man is significant. Most of the talk coming from the "Big House" has heretofore been of a different character. The Negro and Cotton. The truth is that the colored man is wrapped up more intimately in the production and marketing of cotton than the nation surmises. Nine-tenths of the cotton samplers in the warehouses of the South are colored. Fully one-half of those who class cotton, that is, those who give the staple a higher grading as demanded for export trade, are also Negroes. The Negro knows cotton as perhaps other group of people in this country, as a single commodity. But this knowledge has brought to him a very poor return in dollars and cents and in the things which make for wholesome living. It is a good sign that the white South is beginning to be more tolerant of the complaining dissatisfied Negro, even if its pocketbook had to be touched in order to bring about the change. The South is built on cotton. The supremacy of cotton rests largely with the Negro. Every lynching, every a few of the mob spirit, is driving a few hundred more Negroes from the town. Being moved to the many unplifting agencies now working for him and working with him, the Negro is not as helpless as he was five or ten years back. The Negro has proved that he can live independent of King Cotton. Can the "King" do as well? DR. BETHEA IN RACE FOR SCHOOL TRUSTEE TERRE, HAUTE, Ind.-Dr. Dennis A Bethea has announced himself as a candidate for school trustee on a non-partisan ticket. He is the first colored man ever offering as a candidate for that position in this city. Dr Bethea is a graduate of Princess Ann Academy, Allegheny College and Jenner Medical College at Chicago. In his medical class he stood first at graduating. He is a postgraduate of Harvard University and won the Philomathian essay prize at Harvard. He 48 years old of the Anti-Tuberculosis Society, president of the Indiana Epworth League, and a member of the Vigo Medical Society. Many of the physicians of the city have given him the promise of their support. HOWARD ORPHANAGE TO START ITS CAMPAIGN The trustees of the Howard Orphanage and Industrial School have nearly completed plans for a campaign in March to raise $100,000. Campaign headquarters have been opened in Room 35, 20 Nassau street, adjoining the office of L. Hollingsworth Wood, president of the Board of Trustees; and under his supervision and that of the other members the board has the idea are being placed to put into field work of men and women prominent in the social and welfare activities of the city, and to hold mass meetings in Manhattan and Brooklyn. INDUSTRIAL CHANCES FOR NEGROES AT DOVER (Special to THE NEW YORK AU. J. Dover, N. J.)—Recent publications in The Ace of a statement from W. H. Young, postoce box 6, Dover, N. J. concerning labor opportunities in this town for southern Negroes has brought to him many communications from southern states from men of the race seeked in question about chance in this community, the result, employment has been secured at 'the stove works for men form Selma, Ala, and other places. Mr. Young, who is in touch with labor conditions, says that there are opportunities for colored men in the fac- W. H. YOUNG tories, foundries, rolling mills and on the railroads, these employers of labor having found the value of Negro labor. The stove works, which is now employing a number of colored men, gives them excellent commendation, declaring their ability to be second to none, ergardless of race. The minimum wage is above $15 per week, paid weekly. The colored colony in Dover is gradually increasing and it is the hope of Mr. Mr. the eminentites that others coming will measure up to standard of those already here. It is rumored that the present German crisis will bring about the dismissal from the factories of all aliens and the putting in of American citizens. This will probably mean a larger opportunity, for the colored man. Mr. Young expresses his willingness to give information to all who write him, enclosing message for truth. BRAVE COLORED MAN SAVES 6YR. OLD BOY MOREHARD CITY, N. C. JAMES Piggott, a colored citizen of this town, has won the right to be enrolled among the heroes who are recognized by the gift with heavy winter clothes and wearing heavy hip-length rubber boots, he plunged into the river and saved Alfred, the six-year-old son of Dr. and Mrs. Frank Staton from drowning after the child sunk for the second time. It was a bitter cold day, but the child was playing on the Orcadoke-Morehard City Highway, overboard overboard. Piggott had succeeded the child playing on the pier, but could not tell how long he had been in the water before his cries attracted attention. When Piggott saw him, the child was drifting in the swiftly moving current down the slough, and without stopping to free himself of incumberring clothes or to swim after him. Water filling his heavy boots made it difficult for the brave colored man to overcome the fast moving current, and for a few minutes it seemed as though he would lose his own life. Piggott reubbed his efforts and succeeded in reaching the child but not until Alfred had sunk twice. In the meantime other children were involved, and when Piggott reached the wharf in the they assisted in getting the man and child out of the water. Restoratives were administered and Piggott and Alfred have seemingly entirely recovered. BUILDING ASSN. PAYS PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—In paying off its thirty-fourth series of stock on February 22, the Berean Building and Loan Association will be showing to its stockholders a dividend amounting to 31 percent. For each $69 paid in the stockholders will receive $100. This dividend is the result of profitable investment of the funds by its officers. A new series will be issued on subscription on February 22, at the company's office, 1926 South College avenue, for which those subscribing will pay $1 per share. The association reports assets of more than $200,000. The officers are Matthew Anderson, president; Henry B. Cooper, vice-president; John McGill, treasurer, 2018 Land Title Building; W. B. Webb, secretary, 103 North Marvine street. George S. Gould, vice-president, the directors are J. H. Clower, I. Shipp, R. S. Saunders, J. W. Harris, W. A. Drain, A. G. Rumsey, C. L. Phillips, W. H. Brown, J. J. Johnson, E. F. Glenn, C. B. Etter, J. H. Gray. CHURCH PARISH HOUSE FOR ELIZABETH CITY ELIZABETH CITY, N. C.-Rt. Rev. Thos C. Darst, bishop of the East Carolina diocese of the Episcopal Church has agreed to give $750 on the construction of a parish house for St. Phillip's church. The church will raise a contribution of $300 for the same purpose. The church has agreed to do its part and has begun to raise the money with a vim. St. Phillip's is the colored Episcopal Church on Martin street. Prominent Men Discuss Programs of Negro Made in 50 Years - Graduation of Howard Meet and Hold Bounty - Interesting Program Thursday and Friday. (Special to THE NEW YORK ACA) WASKINGTON, D. C.—The fifth anniversary of Howard University, the country's leading colored college, delivered higher education, is being celebrated this week. The semi-centennial exercises were formally opened Thursday morning by President Norman, whose address was full of historic interest. Prominent out-of-town visitors are in attendance, and there is a large outpouring of graduates. Many of the former students have not been in Washington since they finished college. The sociological conference is the feature of the semi-centennial celebration. The sessions are being held in Library Hall. Howard University's aim in holding the conference is to provide, under the inspiration of the institution, history, important surveys of the past fifty years. The papers and discussions are on aspects of history, are vitally connected with education giving a comprehensive presentation of the progress made by the colored people of the United States in the fifty years which Howard University has been in existence. The program for the conference follows: 9.00 a.m. Opening Address by, President Newman 9.30 a.m. Subject: Ownership of Rural and Urban Homes, Chaimman Paper—Discussion—President Newman, Nedder Nerlman, W. W. WHEL, Jr. 1L60 a.m. Subject: Business, Enterprise, Palman—Dean Kelly Miller. Paper—Mr. M. N. Work, Tuskegee Institute. Blacuslon—Mr. W. A. Aery, Hampton Institute; Mr. F. R. Moore, New York City. Friday, March 2 9.30 a.m. Subject: Education. Chairman-Denan L. B. Moore. Paper-President F. A. McCrate. Inst. Libr. University. Discussion-Proof B. C. Brawley, Morchouse College; Mr. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, Asst. Supt. of Schools, Washington, D. C. 11.00 a.m. Subject: Health and Sanitation. Chairman - Asst. Proft. Marsh McLean. Paper-Dr. C. V. Roman. Nashville, Tenn. Discussion—Miss Mary W. Ovvington, New York City. Mr. E. K. Jones, National Urban League, New York City. 2:30 p. m. Round Table—Race Co-operation After Fifty Years. Leader— The exact birthday of the university, March 2, 1867, will be fittingly celebrated Friday evening, when, a special municipal meeting will be held at the First Congregational Church, Tenth and G street, W., where many of the separate professional departments held their graduating classes up to the time when they all coined in one university commencement the campus. Most of the doctors and teachers of former days received their diplomas in the First Congregational Church. At this meeting the oldest living graduates will be given places of honor, and some of them will make addresses. The charter of Howard University, dated March 2, 1867, provides for "a university for the education of youth, in the liberal arts and sciences" While special provision was made for the higher education of the Negro, no race was excluded in North American Indians, Chinese, Japanese and Europeans of several nationalities besides American citizen, have in the United found in the several departments, being especially attracted by the superior advantages in the professional schools. Howard University is in the Capital of the nation. The campus, twenty acres comprises the high rises in the northwest section of the Reservoir Lake borders the town on the grounds of the National Soldiers Home furnish a parade the northeast. Immensely adjoining the campus on the South side of the Woodland Hospital buildings, erected on a lot of eleven acres, leased by the University to the Government Georgia avenue, the extension of Seventh street, one of the principal thoroughfares of the District, is at the foot of Howard place, on the West. From the University Hill the Capitol, Congressional Library, the Washington Monument and the Potomac River are in clear view. TUSKEGEE GRADUATE GETS IMPORTANT JOB (Special to The New York Acad.) Los Angeles, California, Velasco Bidanian, a graduate of Tuskegee has been appointed criminal investigator in the office of the District Attorney of Los Angeles County, California. THE NEW YORK AGE, THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 1917. dreammaking in some by your nurse, nurse maids, others in millinery. "It all depends upon what kind of training and brain you have. "Some may say, 'Well, I just don't colored people with dark skin, short hair and other affections, don't tilt them. Will you be surprised when I say—I can understand that.' I can understand that if you step from a brightly lighted room out into the night, you fear and dislike the blackness, unaccustomed to the dark, you see the stars and later the deep blue of the sky, and later the trees, etc. Then, you find yourself really enjoying the night and the light and the starlight. When you know the same behind to black skin you will see the stars of cosmetics. "There is no much difference between us. And I refuse to believe that any girl who knows the struggle any working girl has, will, by word or alone, only stand on the snook of an ankle, works, works, works, and black and help the other forces crush out her chances by refusing to work with her." TUSKEGEE STUDENTS DO PRACTICE WORK TUKEKEN INSTITUTE, Ala.—Eighteen students, members of the senior class, have completed six weeks' practice teaching in the rural schools of Macon County, Alabama. The second group will teach the theory and elucidate the burdens of the heavy enrollment these students during the months when most of the children in the crowded communities attempt to get into school. The patrons of the community assume the responsibility of the students' board and lodging, and provide conveyances for transportation from and back of the Institute. Within four years the schools have increased from four to fifteen students from five to twenty-five miles from Tuskegee, and the means of travel, over what frequently happens to be almost impossible roads, is by mule and buggy. Many of these rural schools have a regular attendance during the winter months of 80 to 125 children. In frequent instances the children come without books or anything else save their clothing. The assistant teacher supervises the learning process of these eager, but bookless, children. Nearly all of the practice teachers are girl students. The great demand for them as assistant teachers in the rural schools is due to their ability to give instruction in the handicrafts, sewing, cooking and other practical arts that can be carried out in rural schools without special equipment. One assistant must live three miles from her school in order to get fair acquaintance with the skills she own meals and walks all the distance in weather. When the roads are very heavy, she is carried a part of the distance in a buggy over the worse places. This is from a set of local trustees: "As Miss Betie Green is our assistant at Dawkins Cross Roads, and her six weeks out, we are writing, asking wrote, let her stay another six weeks. We are well pleased with her work; she has done so much good. We had school meeting today and all are in favor of keeping Miss Betie Green for the girls. Our Green cannot stay the next six weeks please let us have another lady who can teach cooking and sewing. (Signed) F. R. Reid, R. B. More, J. S. Thomas, trustees." RALEIGH ODD FELLOWS 'BURN MORTGAGE NOTE RALGEH, N. C.—With the object of moral and social improvement a small number of men same together in this city in 1885, organized a lodge and positioned the Grand Lodge or Old Fellow to grant them a charter, in due course Hope For All Lodge No. 2015, G. U. O. F. was established in 1871 a building located at 115 east Hargart street, used as a clothes factory was put on the market for sale, the price fixed at $7,000. Hope For All Lodge entered into a court; to purchase this property and gave its note for the same, the final payment was made in January, the last note taken up and the mortgage concluded. The lodge remodelled this property and gave its note for the same on the first floor; turning the floor into offices and the third floor into a lodge room, with seating capacity for 600; with all modern improvements including water, gas, electric lights and toilets. This property is located within one block and a half from the State Capitol, almost in the center of the business, almost in the center of the conservation valuation is $35,000. The lodge enrollment is 117. The Household of Ruth No. 5 has a membership enrollment of 45, the help ordered by this branch of the order in purchase was great and timely. By a vote of the lodge, February 22, 1917 was set apart off the date on which the lodge would give a feast of good things to its members, their wives, children and friends O. S. Smith, chairman, and F. R. Smith, secretary of the manque committee, sent out 500 invitations and promptly at 7:30 o'clock the guests began to arrive. An Odd Fellow stood on each step to assist teh guest up the stairway into the lodge room, which was magnificently decorated for the occasion. Tables placed in a memorial of the length and breadth of the lodge room, loaded with chicken salad, sandwiches, pickles, fruits, ice cream cake, including punch, which was served in abundance. The program: Rev. Geo. W. Moore offered prayer; R. H. Hinton, toast-master, was introduced by O. S. Smith, chairman; Mr. Hinton welcomed the guests in a short speech. The following made short addresses: J. M. Higgs read a paper giving a history of Hope For All Lodge from 1885 to 1917; R. J. Jones, Rev. T. S. Evans and John Cotton; Mrs. Minnie Burns read a paper on the progress of Odd Fellowism in this city; the Odd Fellows' quartet sang; the Jones sang a solo account by his friend; the House called for the last mortgage note and it was handed to District Grand Master Jas. H. Yancy, Mrs. Susan Almon, member of the Household of Ruth, struck a match and lighted the paper, which burned while the Odd Fellows and members of the Household of Ruth stood and sang "We Are Hearty Odd Fellowes." T. L. McCoy, correspondent of The New York Ack, congratulated "Hope For All Lodge upon acquiring this valuable property and the other good things it has done. Mr. McCoy urged all present to read Negro newspapers and com- ments like New York Ack as being the national mouthpiece for the Negro of this country. The district grand master, Col. Jas. H. Yancy, made the closing suercer. At the invitation of the toastmaster, the guests assembled around the tables and partook of the good things prepared for them. Present were: Col. and Mrs. Jas. H. Young, Mr. and Mrs. T. L. McCoy, Dock Hayward and wife, Revs. Jos. K. Satterwhite, A. Avery, L. E. Kettering, M. A. Howes, W. Howes, wif. Mrs. Henry Browne, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hinton, Mr. and Mrs. R. Hinton, Mr. and Mrs. Uca Joyner, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Hockday, Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Reid, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Young, Rev. J. W. Lignon, Prof. J. L. Levister, H. Fuller, Rev. and Mrs. G. W. Moore, Rev. T. S. Evans and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Hinton, Mr. and Mrs. R. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Jordan Crudup, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Terry Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Dunston, Capt. J. E. Hamlin, Mr. and Mrs. John Hay, Maj. and Mrs. J. Jones, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. T. Jones, John Morgan and daughter Mr. and Mrs. John Cotton, Miss Fannie Hyler, Miss Eltena Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Brown, Mrs. Elli Taylor, Mrs. Jane Reev and Mrs. C. E. Askew, Mrs. Perry Carr, Mrs. Mary Hardee, Mrs. Rohanna Watts, Mrs. Susan Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Abe Shamley, Miss Pattie L. Gill, T. J. Davis, Ed Tate, Thomas Harris and sister, Mrs. Harris Clark, Mr. and Mrs. Riley Mangum, Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Jones, Enforced Snakes, Me. and Mrs. P. Sumner, Mrs. Alston Demeton, Mr. and Mrs. Sherwood Higgs, Mr. and Mrs. M. Check, Mr. and Mrs. H. Check, Miss Minnie Bell Mosley and others. Miss Minnie Bell Clark and David Weaver gave several piano selections. The service rendered by the ushers, dressed in white coats and black pants, was greatly appreciated by the guests. CORN AND POULTRY CLUB WORK IN N CAROLINA WORK IN N. CAROLINA GREENSURRO, N. C.-The report of John D. Wray, Negro Days' Farm Club Athens, N.C., on the work of the Negro boys and girls, undertaken in 1916 by direction of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, was creditable. Lack of previous experience in club work was a handicap, but I,175 boys and 204 girls were enrolled in the corn and poultry clubs. In competition with men farmers in corn contests, they split sweepstakes prize at the Negro State College, and took the seven prizes offered at the Guilford County Negro Fair. The first prize-winner was Herman Peebles of Wake County, who raised 104 bushels of corn on one acre at a cost of 2283 cents per bushel. He was awarded the A. and T. Alumni prize, a scholarship, and Brewington of Wake County, who received 2 acres of corn at 3812 cents per bushel and he received a $40 scholarship, Shadle Lemon, of Columbus County was third prize, with 92 bushels at 3812 cents per bushel. This prize was a high grade Jersey calf, presented by A. and T. College. Total corn raised by all the boys amounted to 4911/4 bushels, 104 bushels, secured 2,492 eggs, set 1,652 hatchlings, 1,427, and raised 1,229 chickens, worth about $80. The Misses Lila and Mattie Chandler of Mammacounty won first prize for merit in poultry work, a trio of pure-bred poultry given by A. and T. College, Miss Lottie Love of Mammacounty won second prize, a trio of eggs. The Middletown workers assisted and Dr M L. M-Mellon, a colored physician of Tarbore, gave $15 to the club in Edgence County. BLACK MAMMIES MAKE WHITE BAPTISTS SILLA, Ala - Dr W D Powell, of Louisville, secretary of the State Board of Missions in Kentucky, in addressing the teachers and students of Selma University, said that the reason there are that their black mannies in the South are that their black mannies that nursed them were Baptists. Dr Powell was a member of a party of seven distinguished educators, perachers and editors passing through en route to Atlanta to attend the seminomial exercises of Morchouse College, formerly Atlanta Baptist University. GEORGETOWN, S. C GORDESTOWN, S. C. - On Sunday evening, he attended and Carroll delivered at Bethel A. M. E. Church his famous lecture, "Good Luck and How to Get It." Rev. W. C. White, pastor of the Macedonia Reformed Episcopal Church, has been conned to his bed for two weeks. Arthur A. Wright of the Sparks shows is spending his vacation here in charge of the Howard school band. Rev: Spurgeon Davis, pastor of the Howard school church, Rev. Hilton pastor, Rev. Bolivar Davis is holding evangelistic services at Bethesda Baptist Church, Rev. W. W. Carter, pastor; Prof. Nix of Chicago is drawing crowds to Bethel by his songs. The Howard school was visited by President James H. Dillard of the Jeanes and Slater fund, B. C. Caldwell eld agent, and Mr. Nixon of Chicago is drawing crowds to North Carolina. An anti-tuberculous demonstration was held in the Howard school auditorium last week by Miss Elizabeth Summer, under the auspices of the Civic League, of which Mrs. B. A. Sawyer is president. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Armstrong are spending a few days in the city at the home of Rev. and Mrs. W. White Mrs. Georgia Dumme尔 C. C. C. on one occasion of her illness for Rev. White. The North Carolina Mutual Insurance Co. is represented here by F. Q. Jones, J. B. Brockington, agents, and Superintendent A. A. Alston. HABIT St. Peter—"Give this man a pass in to heaven." Quotation Lunch Walter—"Make it two." —Record MME. C. J. WALKER In writing please mention this paper LEARN THE INDOL SYSTEM OF HAIR CULTURE The System with the punch, The Invest Colored Industry is America. All INDOL AGents are busy. Not enough INDOL Agents to satisfy demand for this service. The great set investment on the face of the earth. The Indol Hair Grower will keep your hair straight without the use of a comb. Instruction including Diploma, Comb and $11.50 worth of Hair preparations for $15.00. Positions guaranteed all students. Instructions also by mail. Use the Indol Hair Grower for ing hair and all diseases of the scalp. 100 INDOL HAIR PARLOR, DEATH OF OSCAR E| BROWN, JR, BUFFALF, N. Y. — Oscar E. Brown, Jr., who died suddenly of pneumonia at the Harlem Hospital, New York City, Friday, February 9, was regarded by his many friends as a most promising young man of the race. He was born October 12, 1883, in Buffalo and A. B. The Late O. E. BROWN. JB. was educated in the public schools of this city. After finishing the Marston Park High School he entered Syracuse University, but before completing his course at Syracuse he spent a year at Cornell University. Returning to Syracuse University, he was graduated with the degree of B. S. Five years ago Mr. Brown became a graduate making his residence at the home of Mr. Brown, Charles Pedro, 133 West 132d street. Ambitious to fit himself for a high position in the business world, Mr. Brown began the post-graduate study of accounting at the evening sessions of the City College. At his recent examinations, he was every subject. While in New York he was prominently identified with athletes. On Sunday evening, February 4, M. Brown attended a meeting of the College Men's Round Table. That night he was taken seriously ill and early Monday morning was moved to the Harlem Hospital. His mother was sent for, and although everything was gone to save his life he died a few days later. Funeral services were held over the remains February 10, at 13.3 West 13.2d street, the Kev J. K. Humphrey, pastor of the New York Seventh-Day Adventist Church, officiating, assisted by the Dahlkeer Funeral Society were presented by the College Men's Round Table. The pallbearers were W. Brandon, James E. Harris, George Pedro, E. K. Jones, Alonzo D. G. Smith, John A. Ross, Clifton A. Norman and Conrad V. Norman. The remains were shipped to Buffalo and interred in the family plot. BIRMINGHAM. ALA BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Mrs. J. A. Bray, wife of Dr. J. A. Bray, was called last Saturday to Marion, Ala., on account of the death of her mother, Mrs. Francis Broadnax, who died suddenly Friday morning. Some of the white people of Birmingham have made a present of a five-passenger Ford automobile to the Social Service Organization of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church on Friday, February 12, Miss Eather Harvey, secretary of the organization, will have no trouble in looking after the helpless ones of our people who need the care of the organization. On Monday, February 12, the Prudential Savings Bank paid off 15 per cent of the money to depositors who had their money on checking account. The monthly meeting of the Cosmos Club was held at the home of Mrs. J. O. Payne of Appears who was on "Heal the Situation." Frank Ellis 707 South Fourteenth Street, made a flying trip to New Orleans Saturday night, where he joined Mme. Cisby, who has been for the past month looking after the agents in that section. Mme. Cisby will be back March 1. The funeral of Archie Scott, who died at the Hillman Hospital last Friday morning from being hit over the head by some unknown person, was held at the Sixth Avenue Baptist Church on Sunday, New York. J. J. Goodname, the pastor, officiated. was present. After the funeral the remains were shipped to Eufaula for burial. Troy Allen, for a number of years at the O. P. barber shop, left Sunday night for Akron, Ohio. Mr. Allen has been in the service of J. L. Peterman for the past five years. Industrial High-School Notes. The shop, has had, unplanned business. Which is guaranteed to grow hair or money refunded. These preparations are manufactured only by the Mime C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company, 640 N. West Street, Indianapolis, Ind., and 640 W. North Street, Indianapolis, Ind. All orders must be accompanied by a payable to Madam J. Walker, Indianapolis address. 2257 7th Ave. N. Y. During the first two weeks there were between sixty and sixty-five pairs of shoes fixed, including half soles, rubber heels, iron taps and patch work. The shining department has also increased its business, as the wet, and muddy weather kept pupils busy, having their shoes shined in order to keep them look neat. The school play ground equipment. Many amusements and games are played by large children. The swings have been completed and are enjoyed by the children of the lower classes especially. The basketball courts are especially in good condition. After 15 minutes the boys stop play and give the girls a chance to show their ability to play. The girls' team has been invited to Montgomery. During the month of December Joe Harris and Edward Brown's class averages were 100. Mr. and Mrs. Walter McGure, Jr. went to Mrs. Ala, to attend the March Gras. They were the guests of their aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Harpe, 110 Monday street. Mrs. McGure is pianist at the Utopian Theatre and during her absence Tea Fennell filled her position. Dr. J. W.-Vaughn, grand marshal of the Order of Eastern-Star, a leader in medical and social circles of Birmingham, died at his home, 901 North Fifty-first street, last Thursday night after a very short illness. Dr. Vaughn had lived in Birmingham more than 30 years. He owned property in various parts of the city. He leaves a widow, three daughter and one son. Financial services were held at the Pilgrim Church, Kingston, Rev. J. D. Kent, pastor. ROSEDALE. ALA. ROSEDALE, Ala.-Garfield Labon entertained in hour of his birthday on last Thursday night at the C. Y. P. Club of Rosedale. Allen Thomas, who suffered from a stroke of paralysis last spring, is confined to his bed. Mrs. Samuel Black, who has been ill for some time, is steadily improving. Allen Thomas, 67 years old, died at his home in Rosedale on Friday night and 1 o'clock after suffering from a stroke of paralysis, for more than a year. He came to Rosedale 22 years ago from Harrison county, was a member of St John A M. E. church of Birmingham. Funeral was held at the Bettleigh church in Rosedale. Burges passed at 2 o'clock Sunday evening. The Rev. R. H Haynes animated instead of Rev. Lindsay at St. John, who was under the care of his physician. Rev J. R Burges assisted. He leaves a wife, three daughters and many relatives. Interment at Grace Hill, Davenport and Harris, directors NEW ORLEANS LA NEW ORLEANS, La.—Several, notable affairs took place in this city recently. One was the Pageant of Nations held in Pythian Temple, Friday, February 9, for the benefit of the building (fund of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic (Roman) church. There were 20 queens, each with a chamberlain, and 10 maids and 2 pages, representing 20 countries. The queens entered into a contest of money raining for prize crowns, the one raising the largest amount to receive the first prize crown, the second largest amount to receive the third prize crown. The winners were Mrs. Lottie McDonald, wife of Prof. John McDonald, who, with her maids, turned in $166; second, Mrs. Ella Deoie, wife of Dr. Pr. V. Jiaojie, president of the Unity Life and Industrial Insurance Company of Louisiana, who, with her maids, turned in $135, and third, Miss Jennie Black, a well-known willing worker, who, with her maids, raised $66. The total amount raised by all the queens was something over $800, and with the door receipts and tickets sold made a total, all expenses of $1,000, the largest individual amount, $73, and Mrs. McDonald next with $70. One of Mrs. Deoiei's maids, Mrs. Deroselou, raised $45, an one of Mrs. McDonald's maids had for her queen $30. The queens and maids wore costumes similar to those of the queens and maids of the countries they represented. The pageant was a new kind of entertainment for our city and Pythian Temple theatre accommodation should not accommodate but two-thirds of the people that came to the dors to witness the affair, price for admission for all but box seats being 15 cents each and 500 Phi Beta Iroo S. Clarke, pastor of the Blessed Sacrament parish, chaplain of Xavier University, who is a New Yorker, plained the affair. He is young, able, affable, whole souled, enthusiastic, and has won popular esteem during his two years' residence here. Another notable affair was the con- vention of the Unity Life and Industrial Insurance Company of Louisiana in the Pythian Temple February 16 and 17, when something like 200 agents and collectors met to hear the tenth annual report of the president and to discuss questions—bearing on the efficiency of the State were in attendance. Dr. P. I. V. Dejoie is president of the company and his report showed that the company has collected more than $460,000 in the ten years of its existence, $116,000 being the amount collected in 1916. The membership in the protest group was 20,000. Friday afternoon the principal discussion was on "The Art of Canvasing," and Saturday the chief subject of discussion was "The Adjustment of Claims." This was the first convention of the kind ever held here by colored companies. A banquet Saturday night was a feature of the convention. BEAUFORT, S. C. BEAUFORT, S. C.—Beaufort is located in the extreme southwest corner of the state, and the climate is well adapted to truck farming. Pecan trees, orange trees and banana trees are very common heer. Flowers of every variety grow and flourish in Beaufort soil. But about two weeks ago a blizzard struck the South Atlantic coast and killed all the trees. The banana trees, the beautiful flowers and most of the truck were destroyed. Those who were farming on a large scale lost heavily. But all lost, and some all they had. Some had already begun to ship lettuce and cabbages, and were realizing fair prices, but the cold weather had them many of the colored people were hard hit and are feeling it keenly. Beaufort is a town of secret societies, and is a popular place for holding grand lodges. In July the Knights of Pythias and the Court of Calanthe will meet here; in August the Old Fellows and the Household of Ruth will hold their grand lodge here; in September, the Good Samaritans will come, and in December the A. M. E. Conference, which covers this portion of the state, will be here. It will not be a burden for the little city to entertain all these people, for the writer has been reliably informed that they will all pay their board, except the preachers. "And," said the preachers will get the best accommodations of any, though they pay no board." Mrs. Blythewood, the wife of the dew, D. W. 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On sale at all Drug Stores 25c—Ask for it. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE. HAIR VIM CHEMICAL CO., 1234 You St., N. W., Washington, D. C. nett is one of the leading citizens of the race in Charleston. He is engaged in the real estate business and has been quite successful in this line. J. I. Washington, lawyer, has moved his office from Bay street to the People's Pharmacy on West street. Charles Samner Simpson, M.D., is a hustling young physician of Beauref's office is on Bay street, his residence is on North West street. The doctor has been indisposed for a few days, caused by exposure in the severe weather which we have been having, but is much better at this writing. Dr. N. J. Kennedy is another practicing physician in Beauref, and might be styled as a philanthropist in some years, and by being diligent in his business, he has built up a large practice. He is loyal to his race and to his church, being a Methodist. PORTSMOUTH. N. H. PORTSMOUTH, N. 11 — The Christian Endeavor Society of the Pearl Street Baptist church gave a concert and solemn in the ceremony Thursday evening, February 22. Wendy Washburn, substituting as organist at the Pearl Street People's Baptist church during the absence of Miss Mary J. Patilla Mrs. Dennis Chapman left Sunday, February 25, for her home in Philadelphia, being called there by the illness of her brother. The Rev John L. Davis, pastor of the Pearl Street People's Baptist church left Monday, February 26 for Washington, D. C., where he will be one of the speakers at the fifth anniversary of Howard University, February 1884. He was invited to the chapel at 10 a.m. in the Dream of Fairy Land" will be rendered by the Sunday school of the Pearl Street Baptist church Thursday evening, March 15, by a cast of 25 characters. NEW HAVEN, CONN NEW HAVEN, Conn.—The Nendleroole Club's annual banquet of the Booker T. Washington Frederick Douglas celebration was held at the club rooms in Dixwell avenue on Friday evening, February 23. Covers were laid for 150 members. After an elaborate menu had been served on beautifully decorated tables, speaking was indulged in. Among the prominent speakers were: Dr. Wm. A. Pickens, dean of Morgan college, Baltimore, Md.; John T. Clarke, New York City; Frank P. Chisholm, Tuskegee, Ala.; M. K. Holland, New Haven, Conn. The officers of the association John P. Thomas, Samuel G. Gardner, treasurer; Edw. M. Taylor, secretary. Music by association orchestra. SALIBURY, CONN SALISHURY, Conn.—Mrs. J. W. H. Chapman and her brother, Lewis F. Gordon of Salisbury, Conn., were called to the bedside of their father, Mr. Edward Gordon, Buena, Va., on February 26. NEVER AGAIN A recruiting sergeant stationed in the south of Ireland met Pat and asked him to join the army. The latter refused, whereupon the sergeant asked his reason for refusing. "Aren't the King and the Kaiser cousins?" asked Pat. "Yes," said the recruiting sergeant. "Well," said Pat, "hegorata, I once interfered in a family squabble, and I'm not going to do so again."—Chicago News. QUITE RIGHT Visitor "How long are you in for, my poor man?" Prisoner "I don't know, sir." Visitor "How can that be? You must have been sentenced for a definite period of time." Prisoner "No, sir. Mine was a life sentence."—Record. NEVER AGAIN QUITE RIGHT We Carry the Largest Stock in Straightening Combe Preparations For Sale straightening, Face Massage, ents Reasonable U. S. or B. W. I. Sand 20 for catalog. Hair Emporium, Inc. New York City and 35th Streets TONGS R VIM DE MART CORATE THE HAIR. WILL DO IT. TAKE OFF YOUR WIG. IT FOR OTHERS. IT FOR YOU. Store Prices - Cash for it. D EVERYWHERE. CHEMICAL CO., Washington, D. C. HOUSEKEEPERS' HOME COLUMN HOUSEKEEPERS' HOME COLUMN (Conducted by Mrs. M. E. Peterson, Ridgwood, M. J.) THE HOME COLUMN... is intended to be of service to the women readers of THE AGE, and we hope by the exchange of recipes and giving of helpful information to increase knowledge of housekeeping and help each other. I will be pleased to know the names of contributors to this column, and will give names of senders with all recipes published. M. E. PETERSON. CHOCOLATE PUDDING CHOCOLATE PUDDING. Put in a bowl one cup bread crumbs, pour over it one quart scaled milk; while it is cooling, melt two squares of chocolate in a saucepan; when bread and milk is cool, mix with them 2/3 of the chocolate, heat the cream, the chocolate, one teaspoonful cream. Bake one hour in moderate heat. Eat with whipped cream. M. E. Peterson, Ridgewood, N. L. CHOCOLATE CAKE Two eggs: 1½ cups sugar; ½ cup milk; two cups flour; 1½ teaspoonful soda; one teaspoonful cream tytart; three squares chocolate melted in ½ cup hot water, add last. Carrie Stevens, Middletown, N. J. LEMON CUSTARD PIE. One and one-half cups sugar; butter size of an egg; grated rind and juice of two lemons; one tablespoonful four; yolk of four eggs; stir all together for cake; pour over it one pint of hol- low milk; pour over it one pint of sir in when cooled a little; bake in one crust. (Makes two small pies) Malvina Moore, Montclair, N. I. SPONGE CAKE Five eggs, separated; one cup sugar, one cup flour; heat whites thoroughly, add yolks, one by one, sugar and flour, flavor with lemon. Malvina Moore, Montclair, N. J. HOMEMADE COFFEE CAKE. Two eggs separated, add whites last; ¼ cup sugar; two tablespoonfuls butter; one cup milk; two cups flour; two teaspoonfuls baking powder; bake long shallower pan 5 or 20 minutes; just before baking pan 5 or 20 minutes; teaspoonfuls of granulated sugar and one teaspoonful of cinnamon and sprinkle over cake. Malvina Moore, Montclair, N. J. NO TIME FOR A LOAF Some time ago, when a local corp was visited by Sir Ian Hamilton, one officer was mounted on a horse that had previously distinguished itself as a bakery business. Somebody recognized the horse, and shouted, "Baker!" The horse promptly stopped dead, and nibbling at urge it on. The situation was getting painful when the officer was stuck with a brilliant idea, and remarked, "Not to-day, thank you." The procession then moved on.—Weekly Telegraph An Important Notice Colored People Intending to Come North or East Farmers, farm laborers, skilled and unskilled workers men who intend leaving the south should protect themselves against swimmers and chance conditions. The Brotherhood of Men's Association of New Haven, CT, has this problem and is able to be serviced by Write at once for information and inclose stamps for reply. Address H. MCELROY STOYALL, Bus. Mgr. of the Association, 11 Charles St. New Haven, Fulton, CT. Phone: 4024 Chesapeake African American HILLBURN, N. Y. HILLUMEN, N. Y.-Rev. Byron Gunner spent the week-end at Plainfield N. J. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Weeks has a slight attack of pneumonia. Rollin Quinn of Mahwah N. J., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. George E. Powell of Brook street on Sunday. Silas Milligan of Ringwood, N. J., was the guest of his brother, Samuel Molligan, Sixth street, on Sunday. Andrew Vandunk caught 47 pick-wel in the car pond at Southfield, N. Y., on Saturday. Samuel Vandunk, Jr., son of Samuel and Edna Vandunk, is in the Suffern Hospital with a broken leg. Mrs. Norman Vandunk is spending the week at Mount Clair, N. J. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y.-Miss Edith Coleman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Coleman, a recent graduate of the Saratoga high school has now graduated from college with honor, being the only college student in a class of three hundred. She is now an expert stenographer and typewriter. Mrs. kya T. Marshall and Mrs. Robert Marshall have returned from a trip South have visited Durham, N. C., Raleigh, N. C., Savannah, N. C., Suffolk, Va., Washington, N. C., and Philadelphia, N. C. Mr. Kwai will remain in Washington for the inaugural with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Brooks. POUGHKEEPSIE N Y POUGHKEEPISI, N. Y. Poughkeepsie, N. Y — Services at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church were especially interesting Sunday. An illustrated sermon on "Daniel, the priest of God," was the feature of the evening service. Mrs Ethelene Cooler tendered a dessert known as General Fund Rev. W. H. Abbott will preach in the morning and Pastor an Buren in the evening on "The Hand of God on the Wall." The Imperial Quartet will sing. Miss Lillian M. an Buren and Ray Johnson were united in marriage Tuesday evening. Felthayt 20, by Rev. C. Van Buren at 23 East Mansion street. A repast followed the ceremony. A number of relatives and friends were present. Miss Verne S. Towman of New Palzt gave a course lunchmen on Washington's table. The table was beautifully decorated. The centerpiece was a bank of flowers, the colors so arranged as to represent the American flag. Each guest received as a souvenir a hatchet representing Washington the act of cutting a cherry. The guests were Miss Estella Reid, Miss Gertrude Henley, Mrs G. W. Hays and Mrs. H. H Maffield. Rev. oJephine May is recovering from her recent severe illness. The milkmaid's Convention, given at Zion last Thursday evening, drew large crowd and proved a splendid success. Miss Sadie Rhodes and her helpers are to be commended. The twenty new custodians are working hard to meet the new reality of March 11 a success. Bathroom W. L. Lee will preach on both courses and lecture Monday on Thursday. OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE S. Farriss received word of the death of his cousin, Mrs. Arthur Lawry of Atlantic City, N. J. Norah Sharp, who has ben sick in the Vassar Brothers' Hospital, has returned home. Mrs. H. E. Dueres, of Ossinium, N. Y., is the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Farries. Sunday services at the Ebenezer Church were as usual. Text at 10:45 a.m. John 5:6; at 7:45 p.m. text Acts 23:9; Sunday school at 3 p. m. B. Y. P. U. at 4 p.m. Conquest meeting, "The Appeal of Missions to Young Life," Rev. C. Van Dyke of A. M. E. Zion Church, spoke on the subject the Peterson Temperance Union held meeting on February 24 at the Ebenezer Baptist Church at 8 p. m. Address by Mrs. Gordon Swift, president of the Dutchess County Union. LEROY. N. Y. LeRoy, N. Y. "The Misses Anna Sellers and Esther Lewis gave James Bundy an informal birthday dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Alexander last Saturday evening. A five-course dinner was served and covers were laid for ten. Those present were James and the Misses Blanche Brooks, Eva Alexander, and Louis Alexander, Stevenenson, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander, Roberson and Charles Alexander, J. E. Rose and Marshall Clark were in Buffalo last Wednesday and Thursday attending the "Billy" Sunday meetings. Miss Gertrude Stevenson septem last Wednesday night with Mrs. J. E. Rose. Mrs. Ambrose West of Avon is spendable a few days with her brother, Clyde Layne. Mrs. Peterson were taken by surprise last when his mother, Mrs. Emma Peterson of Moscow, N. Y., suddenly arrived in town to spend a few days with them. Fred Alexander continues to improve Mrs. Meta Price, Miss Pearl and Mrs. Wniffred James of Caladonna visited relatives and friends in LeRoy last Friday. Mrs. Ralph are on Alexander and little son Benjamin will be held in LeRoy for three weeks, beginning March 18. Mr. Knox of York, N. Y., was a visitor in LeRoy last Saturday. ROCHESTER N Y ROCHESTER, N. Y. Rochester, N. Y. — At Zion Church last Sunday, Rev E. W. Jones preached morning and evening. Coinage, $45. Miss Collective Kearney entertained the Fortnightly Sewing Circle Thursday afternoon at her residence, 438 Caroline street. A toothsome dinner was served. Mrs. W. Henry Green entertained the Court Club Saturday evening. A dainty repast was served. Class No. 7, of A. M. E. Zion Sunday school, held a dime social at the home. Mrs. J. Chaley Thursday evening. Miss Collective Kearney with S. C. Mathews, teacher. Calvin C. Ball of Princeton, N. J., is now in Rochester at 120 Copeland street, in partnership with his brother, S. R. Ball, at the Seldin Manufacturing Company. Empire Lodge, No. 3124, O. U. O. F. O. will give a banquet Thursday evening. March. They will have as guests a House of the Lord, 759, and Juvenile Order. Miss Collective Jones entertained in honor of Berry Laydock and Willie Brown Sunday at the home of Mrs. Henson, 48 William street. Miss Caterin Jones has accepted a position as teacher at the Dorset Home at Forestlawn, N. Y. The Gibson House restaurant, which has been recently remodeled, was opened to the public February 22 with Frank Johnson of Atlanta, Ga., as manager. Lockport, N. Y., to attend the funeral of her brother, Fred Leonard, who was killed in Dixon, Ill., Sunday, February, 18. ALBANY, N. Y. ALBANY, N. Y.—Sunday evening Rev. Paul of the Israel A. M. E. Church preached, subject "Lost Opportunity," on March 11 he will deliver a special sermon. Mrs. Cohen, who has been sick, is again able to be out. Lawrence Harrison, after a brief illness, has returned to his work. The following social functions will be given by the different auxiliaries of the Hamilton Street Church for the benefit of the Atchison Orphanage, March 1; on March 9, at Mrs. Freeman, 18 Congress street. On March 8 there will be a novelty eight-cent social at the residence of Mrs. Emma Cole, 32 Second street. The concert rendered by the Tuskegee Sextet was one of the greatest ever present in Albany. Many prominent men of the ciexp town in behalf of the Negro race. Robert Greene, who was reported last week to be dying as result of an attack on his wife, recounting Mrs. Clara Nixon gave a birthday party in honor of her grandmother last Thursday, Mrs. Cassie Boles of Binghamton, N. Y., has been passing a few days in Albany. Mrs. Alice Molson has been confined to her home with a sprained ankle. Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Woods, formerly of St. Louis, are now residing in Albany. Walter Low of St. Louis, while passing through Albany stopped over and spent Sunday at the Johnson entertained the members of the Friendship Social Club at a stage party, which was held in the club rooms. Mr. John Payne has returned home after spending a few days with his uncle in New York. HEMPSTEAD. N. Y. HEMPSTEAD, N. Y.—The A. M. F. Zion Church had great services last Sunday. The pastor, preached at each service. At 7:45 p. m., the subject was, "The Superiority of the Christian Religion Over Other Religions." The collection was above the average. The Pulpit Aid Society held a special meeting in the lecture room of the church on Tuesday evening. Miss Lucy Carter, president, served a collation. The Sewling Circle meets at the parsonage on Thursday evening, holding weekly meetings to prepare articles for the spring fair. Mr. Steels of Ampityville was in Hempstead last Sunday. He attended services at Zion Church in the evening. Mrs. M. L. Harvey went to Portchester and Rye last Friday. The Daughters, with Mrs. T. A. Wells, president, will hold a box social on Match 4 in the lecture room on Monday. Mrs. T. A. Wells will have a large attendance last Sunday at 3 p.m. Mrs. Isabella Jackson makes a grand superintendent. The pastor's Bible class increases every Sunday. Mrs. Anna Crawford of Newburgh, N. Y., is spending the week as the guest of Mrs. Harvey. Mrs. Wells made a flying trip to Brooklyn this week. Miss Grace Jackson spent last Sunday in Jersey as the guest of Mrs. Etta Treelwil was absent from church on last Sunday evening because of the illness of her daughter, Jennie. SYRACUSE. N. Y. SVRACUSE, N. Y.-W. R. Lippins of 607. Orange Street has been confined to the house with nervous rheumatism. Willis Johnson is improving rapidly at the hospital of Good Shepherd and expects to be charged next week. Damisah Court, O. O. held a Washington birthday social at their rooms in the Smith Block, State street. Friday evening, February 23. A pleasant time was enjoyed. Several members of Charles Sumner judge, No. 10, K. of P. went to Auburn, N. Y. Friday night to conferring with degree Ace. C op's office, 607 Orange Street, State day evening, February 19. The Pyramid Art Association entertained a large gathering with a program consisting of addresses, recitations and a colonial minute in which colonial costumes were worn. After the program dancing was enjoyed by all. Refreshments were served. Ralph Lippins of Buffalo, N. Y., called on his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Lippins, at 607 Orange street, Thursday evening. He was accompanied by Mr. Smith of New York City, W. A. Griffin was home from Buffalo over Sunday. A fryer oyster supper held at the office of Mrs. McCoy's on Madison Street. Tuesday evening; February 20, for the benefit of Salt City Chapter, No. 22, O. E. S. A pan cake and maple swirl social was held at the home of Mrs. Ida Logan on South Crouse avenue. Tuesday evening, February 27, for the benefit of St. Philip's Episcopal Church UTICA. N. Y. UTICA, N. Y.-Mrs. L. C. Robinson of Holland Patent, N. Y., was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Robinson of Catherine street the past week. Mrs. H. C. Cook of Catherine street had the sal news that her daughter, Mrs. R. Johnson of Cleveland, Ohio, is very sick H. C. Cook, the popular barber, is confined to his bed with the gripe. Mrs. Lee Dobie, who has been on the sick list, is able to be up and about the house. Mr. and Mrs. Comishter of First street left for a four-days trip last Monday for Hudson, Saratoga and Coxsackie, at the latter place they will attend the latter party as a special Social Club on its meeting nights. Wednesdays, gives a series of ten-cent hours to introduce all of the late dances to the public at a nominal fee. Miss Margaret Wormworth, 410 floor, is the informant. A party of Utticans journeyed to Illion, N. Y., recently, and enjoyed a fine spread at Mrs. C. H. Lewis, Sr. The party included Jennie Lewis, Margaret Wormworth, William Noble and John Scott. Mr. and Mrs. Jas. E. Wodrinsworth gave a delightful surprise to Miss Venice Grimes, the singing her nineteenth birthday. Miss Grimes, who was counted with beautiful cake by her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Wormworth, trimmed with nineteen candles, and several other useful articles. A table was prepared for seven, and all enjoyed a bountiful repast. Greenlee & Drayton morning. They are to appear the first three days in a vaudeville sketch at the Colonial theater. They are the guests of Walter Crumbley at the Imperial Hotel, Bailey & Austin are appearing the first three days at the Lumber theater. They are the Imperial Hotel, Rev. Robt. J. Strothers announced the host of Damon Lodge, was surprised last Tuesday evening by the Knights of Damon Lodge No. 6 Knights of Pythias, by a reception after the close of the meeting. He was escorted to the bazaar room of Hope Chapel, where nice things were waiting him, even a nice tidy purse, letting him know that his friends remember him on his birthday. Rev. Strothers announced last Sunday evening that the ladies of the Fuel and Light Club of the church will give a lecture and concert on Wednesday. I. H. Shop G. L. Blackwell will lecture. Walton King will have an opening of the Imperial Hotel on the evening of March 1 when he assumes command of the managerial reins. He has engaged swell talent from New York for the occasion. The Very Good Eddie Quartet and Ukalele Band, Miss Lottie Gee, Miss Effie King, and the famous Imperial Comedy Trio of Utica. ROSSVILLE. N Y ROSSELLV, N. Y.—The pastor, Rev. J. D. Virgil, preached two able sermons at the A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday, speaking in the morning from 1st Corminthians 8-6, and in the evening from Hebrews 3:5. Subject, "God's Faithful Servant." The Name Social given last Thursday night was a decided success. Mrs. Jane Post of Wooden is now convalescing after a serious illness. The last quarterly conference of the year will be held Thursday, March 8, presided over by Rev. Geo. E. Ferris, presiding elder. The trustees will entertain Thursday night. ROSSELLV, N. —Sunday services at the A. M. E. Zion Church were attended by appreciative congregations. the pastor, Rev. J. D. Virgil, preached at the morning service from ojshua 3:7-10 and at the evening service from Proverse 23.7. On Thursday evening of this week a Name Social will be given at the church by Mrs. J. D. Virigil and her committee. Miss Estelle McCoy, at the Staten Island hospital, underwent operatio and her condition is critical NYACK. N. Y NYACK, N: Y.-Thomas Duggan, messenger to Albany, was in town Monday, February 26 and attended the regular meeting of the Afro-American League. Mr. Duggan is vice-president of the league. The second reception of King Solomon Lodge, 36, K: of P., in Spring Valley, N. Y. Wednesday, February 21, was a success. Rev. E. Sims has gone to Springfield, Mass. The story brought a 9-pound baby girl to Mrs. and Mrs. F. Gulling, 72 Deppe avenue. Charles Tenney and Percy Milton left Monday, February, 26, for Bridgeport, Conn. Mrs. L. Gadsden of Piermont avenue, has removed to Hackensack, N. J. WESTBURY N Y Westbury, N. Y.—The Excelsior Club was entertained by Walter Lovel and his sister, Sussie Lovel, at their home. An elaborate collation was served, covers being laid for thirty. Seven new members joined the Excelsours: Mrs. Jennie Dinky of Freeport, Miss Martha Blair of Garden City, Joe Carle of Oyster Bay, John Stevenson Edward Nicholes, Hurbert Carter, Walter Johnson, all of Freeport, L. I. Osceola Delamar, Jr. gave a party to a number of friends Friday, February 23. A large crowd was present from Hempstead, Freeport, Mineola and Westbury. The guests from Hempstead were Miles Adkidwell, Bossie Waddell, Cladys Smith and Helen Warden; Wm. Moore, J. Holbrook, L. Martin and A. Karney, A sumptuous repast" was served. The Polar Bear Musical Club of Brooklyn, furnished the music. MUMFORD, N Y MUMFORD, N. Y.—Services at the Second Baptist Church were well attended evening. The monthly business meeting of the church will be held this week. Albert Marshall continues ill. Mrs. Clara Phillips is on the sick list. Eddie Phillips visited his sister, Mrs. James Banks, Saturday and Sunday. The pastor, Mr. Haynes, was entertained from Saturday to Monday at the homes of H. D. Blackburn and James Banks. Wallace Carpenter visited friends in Homage Falls, Sunday. Mrs. Clara Carpenter visited her parents there last Sunday and Monday. Louis Johnson returned to his home last week from Jamestown, where he went to bury his wife. Little Lewis Bandy, the infant son of Geo. Price, is ill with bronchial pneumonia. H. L. Carpenter was a Rochester visitor or Sunday. BUFFALO, N.:Y. BUFFALO, N. Y.-Thursday night, March 8, rite of confirmation will be administered in St. Philip's Church. The church of fifty voices will render special music. A crowd of some 200 or more white and colored persons gathered in the Hutchinson High School auditorium on Tuesday night to celebrate the centenary of the birth of the late Frederick Douglass. John E. Brent president. Rupert Lane spoke on the "Origin and Early Life of Douglass." E. A. Rumball, executive secretary of the Buffalo Americanization Society, spoke of the continued exodus of Negroes from the Southern States to the North. He demanded for labor. He stated that within the past five months five thousand or more had come to Buffalo and vicinity, and were at work in the various plants. This demand, he said, would continue for the next five years. The speech of the evening was delivered by Dr. Richard W Boyuton, pastor of the Unitarian church, who eulogized Douglass, a personal acquaintance, and spoke of his career as an orator, Abolitionist, and statesman. Features of the program were a cello solo by Clarence Howard a vocal solo by Miss Leitha Lane, a piano solo by Miss Augusta Douglass by Miss Frances Jackson Miss Augusta Bennett handled the pipe organ. The St. Philip's Young Men's Guild attended in a body. Troop 58 B S. A. acted as ushers under the direction of Assistant Scoutmaster Young and Patrol Leader Edward Bennett. Collection amounting to $18 was taken to aid in clearing the mortgage on the Douglass home in Anacostia, D. C. Mrs. Ida Smith of Virginia street, who has been sick was, in the audience Assistant *Scoutmaster* Wright of Troop B, S. B, S. A., is representing the Vine Street A. M. E. church as an usher at the Billy Sunday Tabernacle. Percival Young has been elected assistant patrol leader of the Cobra Patrol of Troop B, S. B. Jane and Richard Jolly, both second class scouts, formerly of Troop 56, have been transferred and are now registered with Troop B, S. B. The Cobra Patrol of Troop B went on a ten-mile hike on the afternoon of Washington's Birthday in charge of Patrol Leader Edward Bennett. James A. Ross paid a flying visit to Washington, D. C., on Thursday of this week. Mrs. Ada Dudley who died last Friday was funeral by Rev. Dr. Durham, understanding parlor of Tucker & Hugue on Sunday afternoon. Intermort in Pine Hill Cemetery. "T. M. Smith was removed to the General Hospital last week. very sick Rev. Rose and S. Clark of Leroy, N. Y., were in attendance on the Billy Sunday meetings this week. Norman Tucker has registered as a quarterback on Monday. The K. of quarterback on Earl DeFrank and Major Ollie C. Hall has a membership of nearly 100. Naomi Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star will serve a dinner at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. George Gillard next Wednesday night. Over $200 were contributed by the people of St. Philip's Episcopal church to the Prayer Fund for the clergy. The city church will hold men armed to request to meet at the rooms of the local branch of the Business League on Exchange street, Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. BINGHAMTON, N. Y. Binghampton, N. Y. —Mutual Court will give a supper at Mrs. Goo, Gaylon's home, March 22. Mr. and Mrs. Bairdrell, 47 South street in Jalalefonds in New York City and Philadelphia, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Huff are week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bridleman. William Phipps died at the city hospital Friday morning. Funeral Sunday afternoon from Kelley's under-taking rooms. He was a native of the West Indies, relied unknown. William Byard is on the stock list, also Mrs. Mary Washington, 16 Squire street. The Harriet Tubman Literary Society program was under the direction of Miss Dorothy Bryant. Miss J. I Dixon will have charge next Sunday. The Tuskegee Quartet will sing at Zion Church next Sunday at 3 p.m. m Sunday evening, February 25, memorial services were held for Bishop Walters. The pastor, J. B. A. Yelverton, delivered the sermon. Miss Mattle Johnson spoke of the early life of the bishop. Thus, Crowley spoke of him as a man. Miss B. A. Johnson told of his early ministry. H. Cooper, as a preacher, Prof. M. Dorsay as politician; and Rev. J. H. Washington, as a diplomat. R. P. Bradley rendered a song and the choir rendered good music. Mrs. Geo. Banks read the resolutions. The Fred Douglas Lyceum had a patriotic program. J. H. Williams in charge. A chorus of twenty-five song patriotic selections. Mrs. M. Topper, W. Wainwright's Sufficiency delivered an address. Dr. Chancy of Illinois also spoke. C. D. Gumbs will open his dancing class, March 12 at Stone Hill and continue every other week thereafter. The children who took part in the military drill are requested to attend a reception given for their good work. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Briedleman, Mr. and Mrs. Touss, C冲冲 and Mr. and Robert Braxton left for Scotland, N. Y. Monday on a business trip. He was accompanied by C. D. Gumbs, was well attended. Mrs. Frank Smith, wife of Major Smith, underwent a serious operation at the City Hospital last Thursday. The Arlington Walters third annual recognition and ball, March 7. Patrona Mrs.冲冲 arrived kindly see the agent this week without fall. NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y. New Rochelle, N. Y.-St. Catherine A M. E. Zion Church was crowded to the doors last Sunday evening to hear Bishop Caldwell The pastor, Rev. H. W. Hellen, the officers are ransacked a new rally. The total amount raised was $1212. The pastor's wife, Mrs. Allen, raised the highest amount, $25,325. Grant, $17,000; Louis D'Alzire, $12; and others small amounts. The Willing Workers' Choir of Bethada Baptist Church under William Morgan sang. Seven persons joined the Church. The Westchester County Columbia Prize snorkeling contest took place at the Winyah Avenue School last Friday evening. Ernest Brown of the New Rochelle High School, the only colored contestant won the decision over the other speakers His subjet was, "The European and Indian colored people are in goodly shape," them were Dr. C. McClendon, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel J. Davis, Joseph B Bullock and William Furguson. The final contest between the representatives of the counties throughout the State will take place at Columbia University, New York City on Friday evening, March 2, at which time Brown will represent Westchester County. The prizes offered by Columbia University are $60, $25 and $15. Kissel Efat Egal Matthews, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. O. Matthews of Winthrop avenue was quietly married Sunday to George L. Burnett, a letter carrier in New York City. Mr. and Mrs. J. Howard Harper entertained fifty guests on Wednesday evening, February 21, in honor of the "Newwikweda" of New Rochelle. On the dining room table was a miniature bride and groom and a large wedding cake baked by Mrs. Harper. Among the couples were Mr. and Mrs. Jack son, Mr. and Mrs. Mason, Mr. and Mrs. Kenny, Mr. and Mrs. Wholeer, Mr. and Mrs. Topley, Mr. and Mrs. Davls, Dr. and Mrs. C. P. McClendon. Guests were present from New York City, Brooklyn, Newark, Bridgesport and New Haven. They furnished by Ed. Treadwell, Jullan Motley, Gerald Williams, M. Shelton and Dotty Hicka. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Robinson entertained a few friends on Washington's birthday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Lindley Smith. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Jaa Mojor, Mr. and Mrs. William Harris, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brooks; Mr. and Mrs. Rex Owena, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Rillups, Mr. and Mrs. William Blount, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Robinson and Mr. and Mrs. Lindsay Smith. NEWBURGH, N. Y. Newburgh, N. Y.-Miss Lillian Taylor spent Sunday at the parsonage. Miss Taylor has a position at Yonkers, N. Y. Miss Lulu Jamison will return to Petersburg, Va., in a few days to resume her studies at the Petersburg Normal School. Mr. Hunt Robinson of Balmville, is spending New weeks visiting relatives and friends at Washington, D. C. and Phoebus, Va. Mr. Robinson expects to join her in a few days. Mr.erson of the bartender, kisoepeis, is the person to whom Mrs. Mary Nugge. The Young Ladies Has-Nothing Club is managing a macheque to be hold at Mannerchor Hall on Wednesday, March 7. A prize will be given to the person wearing the most unique costume. Committee in charge: Ethel Ford, president; Eda T. Jones, secretary; Helen M. Ford, treasurer. Miss Eva Dubols of 116 West Permanter street, left Thursday morning for a two-week trip to Washington, D.C. ELMIRA: N. Y. ELIMIRA, N. Y.—Mrs. T. Carter has been on the sick list and is able to be out again. 'The Ladies of Mountealian Baptist Church gave a surprise party in honor of Rev. C. E. Cuffs' birthday. After serving refreshments they presented the pastor with a purse. Mrs. Louise Davis entertained the Loss and Club on Thursday evening. Mrs. Leah Curtis, who has been on the sick list, is able to be out, Mr. Sykes, who has been indisposed, was able to return to his work. Miss Pearl Brent entertained at dinner on Sunday Rev. and Mrs. C. S. Cuff and Miss Bernice Richardson. Bishop G. L. Blackwell of Philadelphia, Pa., preached at the Douglass Memorial A. M. E. Zion Chirch Sunday evening Offering $52. On Monday evening a reception was tendered the bishop by the pastor, Rec. L. L. Woods and Mrs. Scott and daughter, Miss Ethel of Geneva, N. Y., were in Elmira last week. Miss Lottie Royal, 656% Dickinson street, entertained Monday evening the Thimble Club. Present were: Mrs. Nellie Thompson, Mrs. Joseph Thompson, Mrs. Helen Williams, Mrs. J. Durham, Mrs. Eva Lee, Mrs. Myrtle Thompson. The St. Augustine Guild was reorganized on February 20 at the Grace Church Parish House, West Church street, with the following officers: Mrs. Charlotte Greene, president; Mrs. M. Knowlan, vice-president; Mrs. Judson Moore, secretary; Miss Minnie C. Jone, assistant secretary; Mrs. Thomas Davis, treasurer; Mrs. Charles Moore, members were treasured; Mrs. Charles Moore, Mrs. T. Davis, Miss Minnie C. Jones. Mrs. Geo. Powell and two sons, Master Geo. Jr., and John, and Sidney Maddox were entertained at dinner Sunday by Mr. and Mrs. Welton Gurtis of East Church street. The Young People's Social Club was entertained by the president, Mrs. Dudley Baldwin, 07 Baldwin street; Tuesday evening, February 20. Mrs. Donald Cameron and Clarence 20. Howard were new members. Mrs. Freed Johnson and Mrs. Scott, Mrs. Browne and Mrs. Y, last week visitus, Mrs. F., Bpwes. YONKERS N Y. YOUNKERS, N. Y.-Services at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion church on Sunday, February 25, were well attended. The pastor. Rev. John Smoyer, delivered an excellent sermon at the evening service to a crowded house. A large number of officers and teachers attended Sunday school in the afternoon. Class No. 1 was the senior banner class in finance Class. Richardson is the senior banner class. Class No. 5 was the banner class. Sunti Evans is the teacher. Friends of Mrs. Cook were delighted to see her Sunday at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion church after several months in New York City. Bishop J. S Caldwell of Philadelphia, Pa., successor to the late Bishop Alexander Watters as bishop of the New York conference preached at the Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday morning, February 25. Rev. B. Judd is the pastor. The revival conducted by Rev. Marv Lawson at the Memorial A. M. E. Zion attends the Memorial. It is reported there were two conversions. Miss West and Mr Williams of Ierse were the guests of Mrs. Zell Wakely at dinner Sunday, February 25. Miss Henrietta Vinton Davis, ecloistionist, was presented at the Messiah Baptist Church Thursday evening, February 22, Mrs. THE A. & T. SUMMER SCHOOL. THE A. & T. SUMMER SCHOOL. EIGHTH-NTH ANNUAL SESSION BEGINS JUNE 25, 1917, and continues five weeks. Two weeks' Institute also. Growing older, better and stronger. Last summer applications ex- ceed capacity. Teachers, therefore, should send Registration Fee and secure lodging in advance. For terms, catalogue or other information, address President J. B. DUDLEY, Agricultural & Technical College, Greenboro, N. C. EIGHTH NTH ANNUAL SESS and continues five weeks. Growing older, better and strong ceeded capacity. Teachers, thereof and secure lodging in advance. For terms, catalogue or other in Agricultural & Techni ASHEVILLE SCHOOL New French System taught latest patterns by tape measure, who desire to remain in Ashev completed in three weeks. 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 Asheville. Correspondence Course completed in three weeks. MRS. AGNES L. KEMP, Principal. 39% Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, N. C. Formerly of Brooklyn, N. Y. VINEYARD Margaret Middleton of 380 Riverdale avenue, is greatly indisposed with a bad cold. Miss Gertrude E. Banks entertained Misses Annie, Melba and Ruth Singer and Alphne and John J. Singer, Jr. at a Lincoln tea February 12, at the residence of Mrs. Chas. E. Borden. After tea the guests were treated to a Victoria concert. Walter Cohen of School street, is reported as much improved. Mr. and Mrs. James H. Foster, M Irving place, Yorkers; gave a dinner party, honor or friday; Miss Grace Foster, Friday; Cary Runy 22. The men were Cary Soup, olives, chicken salad and sandwiches; celery, salt almonds; ice cream; cake, cocoa; candy. The guests present were Miss A. Good, Miss C. Jones, Miss E. Grace, Miss L. Talia Miss L. Cox, Miss F. Simson, Mrs. L. Marr, Mrs. Zell Makely, F. Dorsman, Martenberg and Martines of New York City; G. Recardson, A. Daniel and E. Horston and Mrs. Anner James of Montclair, N. J. SCHENECTADY, N. Y. SCHENECTADY, N. Y. The Misses Discon of Troy, N. Y., were the guests of Miss Harriet Brown on Saturday. Charles Vroman is seriously ill with pneumonia. Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Brown and Master Theodore R. Brown, Rev. S. C. Temple and Mrs. Harold Cooper were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Lawer on Tuesday, Mrs. H. Cooper and Miss Alline Tinson were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Ricks of Scotia on Sunday. The A. M. E. Zion Church is improving in attendance since the revival conducted by Rev. Carter and Mr. Allen. On Sunday evening the church is crowded. Those attending Wednesday evening prayer meetings number about forty. Theodore Brown, son of Rev. and Mrs. C. H. Brown has been promoted and is considered the best writer in his room. He has also been made a monitor to instruct the other boys of his class in writing. E. Anderson and E. Claiborne attended the Lincoln Birthday celebration in Johnstown, N. Y., on Thursday evening. Each delivered an address. Mrs. M. Jones was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. Washington of Johnstown, N. Y., on Sunday. The L. L. T. Woman's Club held their annual reception at the home of Mrs. H. Vraman on Monday evening. AUBURN. N. Y. Auburn, N. Y.-Mrs. Bickerton Richardson, who was confused to her home, with a sever attack of indignation in convalescent. Miss Beatrice Wilson, Miss Pearl Diggs and Falsafal Harris of Syracuse were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Diggs and family Sunday. Mrs. Harry Reed, Parker street, left Wednesday for Saratoga Springs to visit Rev. and Mrs. E. U. A. Brooks of New York City was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Thompson, Cornell street. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smith gave an informal reception Saturday evening, February 24. A honoree of Mrs. Maude Jonas of New York City. Vocal solos were contributed by the Missa Florence Van Buren and Maude Allen. Mrs. Jones recited the "Black Regiment" Mrs. Lepy was furnished by Inc. Music was furnished by Charles Anthony at the piano. A dainty luncheon was served. The masquerade dance given by the K. of P. Lodge was successful. Many visitors from other cities were present. Miss Paulino Diggs of Syracuse, Miss Edna Dorsay, Miss Isabel Diggs and Mrs. Wm. Dorsay attended the Elk hall in Ithaca Thursday, February 22. Miss Jones plays the bass-viol in the album Academic High School Orchestra. G. Vivian Carter was appointed chairlady of the locker committee of the Phi Kappa Society of the high school. Mrs. Dan Hogans, Mrs. Edward Ayers, Mrs. Tizle Moore and George Burke, Robert Mills and Leon Body of Syracuse were the Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Clarence G. Cannon, Fitch avenue. Miss Maude Harris of Geneva was the guest of Miss Alice Lucas and attended the masquerade dance given by the K. of P. Lodge. Mrs. Wm. Dorsay and Miss Edna were the dinner guests Sunday of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Cooper. Miss Maude Allen is the first colored person to be employed at the Nye and Walt Carnet Factory. James Harrison of Utica was the guest of Mrs. C. Barber and family, Garrow street. Arthur Smith, Sr. is able to be up after being confined to his bed for almost two months. The New York Age NATIONAL MAGAZINE WEBSLEE. 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THE AGE joins with the Baltimore Afro-American and other race papers in registering a protest against the establishment of a "Jim Crow" military training camp for colored men as advocated by Prof. J. E. Spingarn of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Like Prof. Spingarn, we look with disfavor on the segregation of colored clerks in the Governmental departments at Washington, but unlike Prof. Spingarn, we are unalterably opposed to the segregation of Negro citizens in military camps conducted by the Government of the United States. WHITE LEADERSHIP There is a prevalent notion among some of the white friends of the Negro that no movement or action by the race can achieve success unless led by some white man. According to this opinion the race must be kept in leading strings and not allowed to walk alone, lest it fall. It is hard to combat this idea, but without desiring to offend friends among the other race or climate their support, a word of remonstrance seems necessary at times, when this dictum is too crudely expressed. For instance, in defending the late Captain Boyd, who led the detachment of the Tenth Cavalry, ambushed by the Mexicans at Carrizal, the New York Sun draws the conclusion "that Negro troops to acquit themselves well must be led by white officers always." This is utilizing the tragic deaths of Captain Boyd and Lieut. Adair to bolster up an old and exploded theory. Nothing seems sacred when the theory of white superiority is to be bolstered. The fallacy of the contention that white leadership is essential to black troops has been demonstrated on too many fields. At Siboney, in the Cuban campaign, the 24th Infantry lost colo- oed, captain and lieutenant, but pressed forward and captured the hill with black sergeants in command. Carrizal was on a par with the massacre of Gen. Custer and his command at the Little Big Horn, where the best white leadership was helpless against surprise and overwhelming odds. All will admit that devoted and intelligent leadership is essential in military as in civil affairs. But that these qualities can be secured only through white leadership is too sweeping and too humiliating a proposition to be accepted by thoughtful men and women. CHECKS. Every mail brings into THE AGE offices evidences of the growth of thrift on the part of the Negro people by the increasing use of checks in the payment of subscriptions. A large proportion of the subscribers are the possessors of bank accounts, which denotes the possession of some surplus cash on their part, as well as a disposition to keep it in circulation through the medium of banking instead of hoarding it in the regulation stocking or baking powder tin. The march of intelligence and thrift progresses side by side, overcoming the lack of confidence en- gendered by early failures in the banking line. The spirit of thrift among the enfranchised race was planted soon after the Civil War by the establishment of the Freedman's Savings Bank, which did much to stimulate its growth through its numerous branches, mostly in the South. The collapse of this institution because of unwise investments made at Washington, D. C., was a sad blow to the cause of thrift. The failure of Congress to reimburse the depositors is one of the most grievous sins of omission of a paternal government, that permitted the management to advertise that "the Government of the United States has made this bank perfectly safe." Later came various banking enterprises under race auspices, some of which after a more or less precarious career, failed from the results of inexperience or dishonesty on the part of the promoters. Others have weathered the storm, building on a firm foundation, and reaped the reward in the confidence and growth of their depositors. The establishment of a bank under race auspices and control in New York has long been a mooted question, but concerted effort to bring about such a result has been lacking. When the New York branch of the Freedman's Bank closed its doors over forty years ago, there were some three hundred thousand dollars to the credit of depositors. A Harlem depository paid, off 7,500 Christmas savings accounts last year, aggregating nearly $130,000, 90 per cent. of the depositors being colored. These figures indicate the capacity for thrift exists as a race asset. How it can be capitalized under safe and efficient auspices is the question. It would be a welcome variation in the flow of New York checks to receive some drawn on a banking institution of the race. A SCHOOLBOY'S QUESTION. The following question raised by a correspondent reveals the necessity for a wider knowledge of the history of the Negro race in the United States. The writer is to be commended for his effort to obtain authentic information as to the part played by colored troops in the struggle to save the Union. The query speaks for itself, as follows: "To the Editor of THE NEW YORK AGE: "Did the colored men do any actual fighting during the civil war? If so, what battles?" "SCHOOLBOY." To give a specific answer to these questions, we would say that the records of the war department show that 178,975 colored soldiers were enlisted in the War of the Rebellion; among the battles in which they engaged were Port Hudson, Milliken's Bend, Fort Wagner, Fort Pillow, Petersburg, Ohistee, New Market Heights, Dalton, Ga., and many others. But the subject is too vast and inspiring to be covered in the small space at our command. The intelligent and inquiring schoolboy who propounds the query, and others of his class should be encouraged to read Johnson's "School History of the Negro Soldier," Chaplain Steward's "Colored Regulars in the United States Army," Col. Wilson's "Black Phalanx" and other books giving the record of the black troops. They will find it such a glorious record as to make each one of them rejoice at his identity with the race whose heroism and endurance have been proven in every war of the United States from Bunker Hill to Carriazal. As General Butler once said in the Halls of Congress, "The colored troops fought nobly." "THE LAST ABOLITIONIST" The death of Frank B. Sanborn of Concord, Mass., which occurred February 24, at the age of 85, is recorded as "the passing of the last of the Abolitionists." Whether this is literally true or not, it is evident that the number of those THE SPRING EXODUS. the far South the prediction is made of colored people to the North. Outlook is beginning to alarm, not thoughtful colored men are gravely Negro business and professional matters. This movement of our people from entirely unmixed blessing. There advantages both in the South and the benefits to the race will be the disadvantages to be lost to it is being expressed that the Negro some sort of apostasy. Some a kind of moral or religious obliquity truth is, the Negro has every reason better his condition by doing beeks and people of nearly every country and foresworn allegiance to better their condition; the Negro of his own country to another, is foreswearing the South he would absolutely nothing in the mere phrase for the Negro." The best place for him, the place where he can do business into the phrase is for the south the best place for the Negro on self. As that have come about have got to register an effective protest, long endured, and he is showing in seizing the opportunity. Then what the protest is going to produce go on! The only danger faced people to go North faster would take them in; but there seem that. To think how the great war in 1860 the colored peoples of the world people of the United States. That good old hymn, "God works in perform." All through the far South the prediction is made that the spring will see an exodus of colored people to the North in unprecedented numbers. The outlook is beginning to alarm, not only the southern white, but many thoughtful colored men are gravely concerned. In some sections Negro business and professional men fear that they will feel the effects. Of course, this movement of our people from the South to the North is not an entirely unmixed blessing. There will be local and temporary disadvantages both in the South and the North, but in the final result the benefits to the race will be so overwhelmingly great as to cause the disadvantages to be lost to sight. The sentiment is being expressed that the Negro in leaving the South is guilty of some sort of apostasy. Some people seem to feel that he is under a kind of moral or religious obligation to remain in the South. The truth is, the Negro has every reason for leaving the South if he can better his condition by doing so. Germans and Italians and Greeks and people of nearly every other nationality have come to this country and foresworn allegiance to their native lands, in order to better their condition; the Negro is only going from one section of his own country to another, but if this movement entailed his foreswearing the South he would be justified in so doing. There is absolutely nothing in the mere phrase, "The South is the best place for the Negro." The best place for the Negro is, as for any other man, the place where he can do best. The only way to put any substance into the phrase is for the southern white people to make the South the best place for the Negro or better allow him to do it for himself. The conditions that have come about have given the Negro his first opportunity to register an effective protest against the treatment he has so long endured, and he is showing his common sense and manly sense in seizing the opportunity. The tone of the southern press shows that the protest is going to produce results. Let the movement go on! The only danger that could arise would be for colored people to go North faster than the economic demand there could take them in; but there seems to be no immediate prospect of that. It is strange to think how the great war in Europe is working out for the good of the colored peoples of the world and especially for the colored people of the United States. The race might well join in singing that good old hymn, "God works in a mysterious way, His wonders to perform." CAN THE U-BOATS DO IT? thick speculation as to whether the used submarine warfare can be possible by submarine war on men and so bring the war to an end. Doubt that the impression gained is that since the first few days as much as was expected. I died or that all the facts are not the submarine campaign and as seen sunk, the public is after all more horrible and the number of so surprised over another thing; think any of the warships of the A why the German submarines and ships of the enemy; what these real not know. Named that she would accomplish English and American papers are put at rate of destruction it will take destroy enough tonnage to serve even if England in that time did this calculation does not take into its only to destroy enough of the balance of it tied up in harb being destroyed. If she can fright risk of carrying food to England present it is a question. "Can th There is much speculation as to whether the purpose of Germany's unrestricted submarine warfare can be attained; that is, whether it is possible by submarine war on merchant shipping to starve England and so bring the war to an end. There is no doubt that the impression gained from the daily reports in the press is that since the first few days the German U-boats have not done as much as was expected. It seems that they have partially failed or that all the facts are not being published. As horrible as is the submarine campaign and as many as are the ships that have been sunk, the public is after all surprised that the campaign is not more horrible and the number of ships sunk greater. The publici is also surprised over another thing; that is, the failure of the U-boats to sink any of the warships of the Allies. There may be good reasons why the German submarines are not being used against the warships of the enemy; what these reasons are the general public does not know. Germany claimed that she would accomplish her purpose in a few months. English and American papers are proving by figures that at the present rate of destruction it will take Germany more than two years to destroy enough tonnage to seriously affect England's food supply, even if England in that time did not build another ship. Of course this calculation does not take into account the fact that Germany needs only to destroy enough of the tonnage going to England to keep the balance of it tied up in harbors and afraid of taking the risk of being destroyed. If she can frighten enough ships out of taking the risk of carrying food to England, her purpose will be accomplished. But up to the present it is a question. "Can the U-boats do it?" ALEXANDER DUMAS from an exchange the following that Alexander Dumas: I go a new novel of the great French hero, and has received considerable world. A French writer in La Revue of the great novelist and among the Dumas that he would often get up to demonstrate to his friends that he seemed very proud of the fact that —Kansas City Sun. Works of Dumas, are familiar to every admired by all, yet but few comparative and that he never claimed anything We reproduce from an exchange the following note and anecdote about the great Alexander Dumas: A few weeks ago a new novel of the great French author, Alexander Dumas, was discovered and has received considerable mention throughout the literary world. A French writer in La Revue gathers together some reminiscences of the great novelist and among them is the following: "It is said of Dumas that he would often get up behind his own carriage in order to demonstrate to his friends that he had a Negro footman. He always seemed very proud of the fact that he had African blood in his veins."—Kansas City Sun. The famous works of Dumas, are familiar to every student of modern literature and admired by all, yet but few comparatively really know that he was a Negro and that he never claimed anything else. The story goes that once upon a time a smart American news reporter called upon Mr. Dumas for an interview in the interests of his paper when the following exchange of questions and answers were had: "Your ancestry," said the reporter, "I understand was a trifle clouded." "No," answered the novelist, "not clouded. On the contrary, it was dark, but clear." who fought with tongue and pen and sword to make men free, is fast dwindling. Mr. Sanborn was an active member of the Free Soil party and of the Underground Railroad, which helped so many from servitude to freedom. He shared in the counsels of John Brown and wrote a biography of the hero of Harper's Ferry. He was one of that glorious band that numbered in its ranks men of both races uniting their efforts to the common cause of freedom. Douglass, Still, Purvis, Higginson, and many other names are inscribed among its members. The mention of these names provokes a thought as to their successors in the still pressing struggle "Now may I ask," pursued the reporter, "what was your great grandfather's father?" "Certainly," responded Dumas, "he was a monkey. You see, monsieur, my ancestry began where yours left off." We reproduce this clipping not only because of the amusing and witty anecdote that is related, but because of the statement made that comparatively few people knew that Dumas was a Negro. We are sure that this statement is particularly true of the people of the United States. But there naturally arises another question, "How many colored people are there in the United States who do not know that Dumas was a colored man, who have not read his works, and who are not at all familiar with the incidents of his life?" It ought not be necessary to say that every colored man, woman and child possessing any knowledge at all of literature should not only read the best known works of Dumas, but should know something about the history of the man. And the task is an easy one. There are many great authors, the reading of whose works requires a sense of intellectual duty; that is, one in order to be accounted cultured must wade through some part of what they have written, whether he enjoys it or not. Dumas is not one of those. The reading of any one of his books is nothing less than sheer enjoyment from first page to last. He was the greatest romancer of all time. The world has not produced his equal as a story teller. If anybody can begin to read, "The Count of Monte Christo" or "The Three Musketeers" or "Twenty Years After" and not keep on until the book is finished, there is something wrong with him. And the life of this man of Negro blood who became one of the greatest literary men of France, who was recognized in court circles of the Second Empire, who made a fortune with his pen and spent it so lavishly that he died almost penniless, who gave to the world a son that became as great as the father; the life of this man is hardly less fascinating than the stories which he wrote. GENERAL RUNSTON. All over the country the pre- the late General Funston, but thereto one incident in his record con- nation should not be proud. Anton's most notable exploit, the cac The younger generation of the taldo; the most of them, perhaps but eighteen years ago he was not fact he was much more of a man and a physician by profession. he became the leader of a revolt himself a good soldier. The lea- accept terms offered by Spain, and were banished to Hong Kong. Dewey found him when the Spanish agreement was made that Aguinaldo against Spain in the Philippines, passage on an American ship at the insurrection and skillfully co-sea forces, laying siege to the city thousand SpanLrds, including the Captain-General. In 1898 the insurgents set Aguinaldo as president; and when Spain was proclaimed, Aguinaldo and sale of the Islands and the United States. Funston, then an American one so by dressing American soldiers his force as recruits moving to jo- visions and sent messengers to a The food was furnished. The "T" official report to show how the men who posed as officers and paid their respects to Aguinaldo house built on the bank of the Pa courtesies the officers excused them for a moment, stepped outside and up into line and commanding them troops. The rout of the insurgent officers, the five Americans and se- made a rush for the house which we and took him prisoner. The "Times-Union" holds that ing was exactly that of one George attempted more than once during Florida paper then adds; This exploit is not that of Fredtory along with the capture of Osceo the American nation which has con in the invasion of Belgium, the shoot of Miss Cavell!" Obituary notices to convey the impression that our they serve our purposes and the t plaudits be not given in ignorance the men under Funston not only can unarmed guard which paraded to uniform! Some weeks ago we comment so freely indulged in by England believe we stated the case too far country the press has been press, but the Jacksonville, record concerning which he proud. And that incident exploit, the capture of Aguinaldo generation of today knows well, them, perhaps, do not even go he was more widely known of a man than Villa. Profession. Shortly before war of a revolt against Spartan. The leaders of this war by Spain, and Aguinaldo a Hong Kong. It was at Honouraen the Spanish-American war that Aguinaldo should Philippines, so he and his American ship and landed in skillfully co-operated on land to the city of Manila and including the wife and chiefurgents set up a provision at; and when peace between claimed, Aguinaldo refused the Islands and assumed act. The "Times-Union" now how the plan was carried as officers of our expedition to Aguinaldo, who received rank of the Palanan river. A excused themselves from Ap outside and ordered the Maclanding them to commence for the insurgents was complete Americans and several Maccabee house which was used as Aguinaldo holds that under the law of one George Washington once during the Revolution; that of Frederick Funston nature of Osceola under like cir which has condemned the Genium, the shooting of Capt. Friary notices of Gen. Funston that our people applauded and the record is here in ignorance or forgetfulness not only captured Aguinaldo paraded to receive friend we commented on hypocrisy by England and the United case too frankly. All over the country the press has been paying high tribute to the late General Funston, but the Jacksonville "Time-Union" points to one incident in his record concerning which it feels the American nation should not be proud. And that incident was General Funston's most notable exploit, the capture of Aguinaldo. The younger generation of today knows very little about Aguinaldo; the most of them, perhaps, do not even remember his name, but eighteen years ago he was more widely known than Villa. In fact he was much more of a man than Villa. He was well educated and a physician by profession. Shortly before our war with Spain he became the leader of a revolt against Spanish rule, and proved himself a good soldier. The leaders of this revolt were forced to accept terms offered by Spain, and Aguinaldo and other chief leaders were banished to Hong Kong. It was at Hong Kong that Admiral Dewey found him when the Spanish-American war broke out. An agreement was made that Aguinaldo should again take up arms against Spain in the Philippines, so he and his comrades were given passage on an American ship and landed in Luzon. He renewed the insurrection and skillfully co-operated on land with the American sea forces, laying siege to the city of Manila and capturing some five thousand Spanish, including the wife and children of the Spanish Captain-General. In 1898 the insurgents set up a provisional government with Aguinaldo as president; and when peace between the United States and Spain was proclaimed, Aguinaldo refused to acknowledge the treaty and sale of the Islands and assumed active hostilities against the United States. Funston, then an American officer, captured Aguinaldo, and did so by dressing American soldiers in native uniforms and representing his force as recruits moving to join Aguinaldo. He ran out of provisions and sent messengers to ask for provisions from the enemy. The food was furnished. The "Times-Union" quotes the following official report to show how the plan was carried out: The men who posed as officers of our expedition marched into camp and paid their respects to Aguinaldo, who received them in a large house built on the bank of the Palanan river. After the exchange of courtesies the officers excused themselves from Aguinaldo and his staff for a moment; stepped outside and ordered the Maccabebe-troops drawn up into line and commanding them to commence firing into Aguinaldo's troops. The rout of the insurgents was complete. The ex-insurgent officers, the five Americans and several Maccabebe scouts immediately made a rush for the house which was used as Aguinaldo's headquarters and took him prisoner. The "Times-Union" holds that under the law "Aguinaldo's standing was exactly that of one George Washington whose capture was attempted more than once during the Revolutionary war." The Florida paper then adds: This exploit is not that of Frederick Funston now but goes into history along with the capture of Osceola under like circumstances as that of the American nation which has condemned the German breach of faith in the invasion of Belgium, the shooting of Capt. Fryatt and the "murder of Miss Cavell!" Obituary notices of Gen. Funston are so worded as to convey the impression that our people applaud such incidents when they serve our purposes and the record is here reproduced that such plaudits be not given in ignorance or forgetfulness of the facts! For the men under Funston not only captured Aguinaldo but shot down his unarmed guard which paraded to receive friends, wearing a friendly uniform! Some weeks ago we commented on hypocritical cant now being so freely indulged in by England and the United States, we do not believe we stated the case too frankly. for a wider freedom. In this present day conflict there is greater necessity for the race to assert itself in its own behalf, at the same time availing of all the outside aid possible. But the trite saying that "God helps those that help themselves" has a modicum of truth at the bottom and self help is an essential element. So, let the passing of "the last Abolitionist" be an incentive to each member of the race to do his share toward the abolition of the remaining vestiges of thralldom and injustice. TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE TEAC EIGHTH ANN JUNE 11TH THE EXTENSIVE COURSES. INSTITUTE SUMMER SCHOOL TEACHERS THIRD ANNUAL SESSION 11TH THRU JULY 20, COURSES, SPLENDID TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS EIGHTH ANNUAL SESSION JUNE 11TH THRU JULY 20, 1917 EXTENSIVE COURSES, SPLENDID FACULTY less has been paying high tribute to the Jacksonville "Time-Union" point of meeting which it feels the American and that incident was General Funson capture of Aguinaldo. Today knows very little about Aguinaldo, do not even remember his name more widely known than Villa. In than Villa. He was well educated. Shortly before our war with Spain against Spanish rule, and provedders of this revolt were forced to and Aguinaldo and other chief leaders it was at Hong Kong that Admiral British-American war broke out. Aguinaldo should again take up army so he and his comrades were given landed in Luzon. He renewew operated on land with the American of Manila and capturing some five wife and children of the Spanish up a provisional government with an peace between the United States. Aguinaldo refused to acknowledge the assumed active hostilities against officer, captured Aguinaldo, and did native uniforms and representing in Aguinaldo. He ran out of proxik for provisions from the enemy "times-Union" quotes the following plan was carried out: of our expedition marched into campido, who received them in a largeanan river. After the exchange ofselves from Aguinaldo and his staff ordered the Maccabebe-troops drawn to commence firing into Aguinaldo's was complete. The ex-insurgent general Maccabebe scouts immediately was used as Aguinaldo's headquarters under the law "Aguinaldo's stand-ve Washington whose capture was the Revolutionary war." Therick Funston now but goes into his under like circumstances as that ofademned the German breach of faith king of Capt. Fryatt and the "murder of Gen. Funston are so worded as people applaud such incidents when record is here reproduced that such or forgetfulness of the facts! For captured Aguinaldo but shot down his receive friends, wearing a friendly used on hypocritical cant now being and the United States, we do notankly. GREAT EDUCATIONAL FACTOR. To the Editor of THE NEW YORK AGE: Though I have not been a subscriber all that time, I think I could count on my fingers the number of issues of THE NEW YORK AGE I have missed reading for fifteen years. I was pleased to notice a few weeks ago, a comment of appreciation by my father, the Rev. J. W. Perry, in your column, "What the People Say," I wish to add that I think THE NEW YORK AGE one of the greatest educational factors of our country. WM. A. PERRY, Principal St. Athanasius School. Brunswick, Ga. To the Editor of THE AGE: I am handing you check herewith for subscription. I am very highly pleased with THE AGE and would not be without it for hardly any reason. J. H. JOHNSON. Salisbury, N. C. SUMMER SCHOOL FOR HERS UAL SESSION U JULY 20, 1917 SPLENDID FACULTY BIR WILLIAM ON MIGRATION The following correspondence toward Owald Gortison Villard of Evening Post and Fred R. Moore tor of The Ace, explains itself: My attention has been called to your editorial of February 1, regard to my remarks at the Conference on Negro Migration. Either you completely misunderstood me or I was guilty of a slip of the tongue. What I meant to say was that I dissented radically from the resolution passed at Tuskegee, because they solemnly advised colored people NOT to go North. I believe that in time they have been or an enormous benefit to colored people. I hope that it will continue. I think it is the event most likely to redound to the civic, moral and spiritual welfare of the Negro that has occurred in the twenty-five years that I have been championing the cause. I think Tuskegee ought to have recognized this and not tried to give it to the white planters and employers of labor. You're very truthful. February 23, 1917. Mr. Oswald Garrison Villard, New York. Dr. Motion has, I know, taken every opportunity to talk frankly with white people as to what should be their attitude toward colored people. In fact, a square deal a being insisted upon, appologizing the white people, should you co-operation and the co-operation of other white friends, but we do not believe that because we disagree as to methods that we should be criticized, and our motives misconstrued, Negroes, under their own leadership, must in their own hands be leamed. We can be assisted by you and all other northern white men who have newspapers in bringing about a better and a more operative feeling than at present seems to exist. The Age has always commanded right, and it has criticized you when it believed you is error, and if you think that we have misinterpreted your remarks at the conference and you will point out in what respect, we shall be pleased to make proper amends. Mr. Villard thanks you very much for your letter of the 24th. He feels, however, that he must insist upon the publication in The New York Age of the letter that he wrote on the 15th. Sincerely yours, BEATRICE W. TOMLINSON, Secretary to Mr. Villard. Editor's Note.—This correspondence is being published because of Mr. Villard's insistence that his views on the subject be given publicity in The Age. COMMENDING THE AGE WORK FOR BETTERMENT. To the Editor of THE ACK: It gives me pleasure to congratulate you and your most worthy and deserving paper. There is no press in the United States of America do more for the betterment of this great Republic than THE NEW York ACK. You are educating the entire public of the unjust, mean and inhuman practices going on daily in the bounds of the nation; in a large way, do boundlessly more than pulpit, lecture and all other agencies combined. You more than the schools, for the great industrial schools have failed to quell the waters, though the father of the world's industrialism, educationally wrought hard and faithfully to make it an efficient solution of ills between the races, even shortening his life in the effort. The South wants slavery; she was one man down and another up; she asks talt the North will let her alone. For over two hundred years the South was let alone, and what was or is history? The grossest of debauchery the blacks were not only worked in the fields, but black women and girls most shamefully, defiled, to the extent that northern christians had to spice In doing this work, THE Age is for less, but courteous; offering no offer to anyone, but pleading as a consummate diplomat both to the heart and head of this great nation. We are now suffering down here. We have no so we have no court to which to plea. Here in my town we have more than a dozen girls between 12 and 18 who are mothers for the other two with babies from five days to 24 months old. In three cases the father is the same man, aged 51 or 52 years. In none of these cases has it been possible to secure warrants. I trust will continue to be useful in your chosen work. SUBSCRIBE Rocky Mount, N. C. THE NEW YORK TIMES, THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 1817. WASHINGTON LETTER Washington bureau, The New York Ace, 609 F Street N. W. T. Thomas Fortune, Manager. WASHINGTON, D. C.—The Blaine Invincible Republican Club will celebrate the anniversary of the birth of their founder, Perry H. Carson, at Paul A. M. E. church, April 5. Col. Carson was for many years' the leading Republican and Nationalist committee man for the District of Columbia. Dr. John R. Hawkins, financial secretary of the A. M. E. church, and one of the strongest men the race has, will deliver the commemoration address. In his day Col. Carson was a distinguished and suspicious personalities at National Republican conventions, and he, N. W. Cuney of Texas and James Hill of Mississippi, all members of the National committee, exercised great influence in the councils of the National Republican party. But that was long ago, and it is not so now, as they have had no influence in the disgreged and successors since the St. Louis concurred. The directors of the Interdenominational University of Washington, of which Prof. Jesse Lawson is president at a special meeting held on Washington, D.C., on Wednesday, the name of the institution to that of the Prelinghingsen University, in "greatful remembrance of the services rendered the cause of the colored people of the United States by the late Frederick T. Prelinghens and other New Jersey statemen." Hon. H. Martin Williams addressed a large gathering at the monthly meeting of the Waiters' Union, No. 726 at True Reformers Hall, Sunday afternoon, on "Economic Burdens." He is among the activists and an ardent single tax advocate, along with other uplift theories, and made an eloquent plea that Negro wage earners everywhere should organize as white ones do, to better promote and protect their interests. The waiters gave him a close hearing and explained the reasons for his plea with which it punctuated his address. The Waiters' Union is affiliated with the Federation of Labor. N. W. Rhone is president and E. W. R. Quivers is secretary of the union. Henry E. Baker of the Patent office spent the last week in Chicago, where he was called by the death of a relative. The white cooks of the district of Columbia have been threatening to go strike all the past week and hold a meeting Sunday afternoon at their headquarters. I do not understand that any colored cooks attended their meeting. They belong to the Culinary and Allied Laboratories, and been made by them for a meeting of the colored cooks for Sunday evening, and one of the big rooms of True Reformers Hall was packed with colored cooks. Mr. Dwyer of the Senate Restaurant presided. There were several white labor organizers' and speakers present and all of them urged the colored cooks to organize and join this meeting. They were to another meeting. Judge Robert H. Terrell made a fine plea for organization of the cooks and other colored wage earners, but did not say anything about affiliation with the syndicate. J. Tinley Wilson delivered a rollicking talk, made up largely of his varied experiences in hotel work. One of the white speakers called upon by the chairwoman with regret he could not speak English well enough to make himself understood. Most of the white men were foreign born citizens and cordially fraternized with the colored cooks. Howard University begins the celebration of its half century of good work on March 1, and everybody wishes that it may be a great success. Many of the strongest men we have in active work in all parts of the country are Howard University, and many of them are expected to attend the celebration. Hon. A. Caminiti, commissioner of immigration, told the women wage earners about the woman's department of the proposed Federal employment bureau Sunday afternoon at Columbia academy. He promised to do all that he could to advance the uplift work of the Woman and Earners' Association, which which held a conference in the proposed conference of woman workers of the District of Columbia. The subject of discussion was "Patriotism: Our Duty in War Times." The address was delivered by Dr. W. Bruce Evans, who recited graphically the part the Negro had taken in the wars of the Republic as well as in the development of its splendid industrialism. He placed a higher value upon the services we had rendered in the nation's peaceful world, works of our W. President Jeannette Carter, Hof H. M. Williams, Mrs. Thomas and others spoke upon the subject. White folks quarrel over "Who is who," and "Who is boss," the same as colored people, sometimes; so, Mrs. Poggs, who was bossing the colored end of the inauguration committees, fell out with Chairman Harper of all the inauguration committees, and "drew out" with her "auxiliary ladies." For some son or other there does not appear to have usual enthiasm and other things over the inauguration week. Perhaps "the lowering war clouds" have much to do with it, perhaps colored people, without saying so, feel that it is no jubilation of others. Any how, the situation is one of subdued expectation rather than enthusiastic anticipation. Of course, employees of the Government, both colored and white, have very little to say at any time, one way or another, about the reigning administration, and its police. Henry Braxton, employed in the office of Controller of the Currency, has been promoted to a $1,200 clerkship by the controller, as a recognition of his faithful and efficient services. Dr. R. R. Moton and Emmett J. Scott, principal and secretary of Tuskegee Institute, will be visitors to this or the latter part of March. Both gentlemen have been invited to speak at a mass meeting of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Fund at Asbury church. Mrs. Julia West Hamilton was elect Own Vegetables on Your Own Land ? By Subscribing for THE AGE You can buy a lot at Outcalt, N. J. for $26.50 on monthly installments, in a section of New Jersey within easy access of several manufacturing towns. The New York Age is giving you this opportunity to own your own land at a ow price. If you want lots near the depot sign your name and address, to the attached Coupon and send it to us at once. COUPON Sign Name and Address and resentative and mail now. NEW YORK AGE: Organizat Street, New York. Without obligating myself, I call on .....(day) Name..... ed treasurer of the Women's Relief Corps, at a recent meeting of the de partment, in Grand Army Hall. For many years Mrs Julia Mason Layton held responsible offices in the organiza- tion, serving as secretary and as a m member of various boards. N. B. Wyche, of the Government Printing Office, a thrifty property owner here, is to resume his duties as the Washington correspondent of the Star of Orleans, edited by Rev. J. Harvey Anderson. "Gypsy" Smith preached at the Montvont Avenue Baptist church last Friday afternoon for the benefit of the Inter-State Old Folks Home, at the invitation of the Rev. E. B. Gordon the ex-servant of the Inter-State institution. An immense crowd came out to greet the eminent evangelist. Memorial services were held at Asbury M. E. church on Sunday last, by the Scottish Rite Masons. The program consisted of impressive orations by some of our most prominent lawyers and doctors, among whom were the following: Dr. S. S. Thompson; "Thanatopsis"; A. J. Smith; "Life of John H. Campbell"; Perri W. Prisby; "Life of Longstreet Bradford"; Dr. Jason, son of J. John Layton; Dr. P. Pumerman; "Life of W. H. Judd Malvin"; Dr. S. S. Thompson; "Life of Richard E. Hammond"; Robert L. Pendleton, "Life of James O. Bampfield." The scripture reading was by the pastor, Rev. M. W. Clair. The musical numbers of the program were beautifully rendered. Last Wednesday evening a number of ladies met at the residence of Mrs. Robert L. Pendleton, to listen to the reading of several chapters of her new book, "The Life Story of a Woman Born in 1840." The book was voted tremendously interesting and inspiring. Clarence Conaway of New York, is spending a few days with his father in this city. Lieutenant E. R. Gaither is back at his sided at the Treasury Department after a severe issue of the gripe. Amanda L. Cohen is preparing to issue a volume of poems. Her verse and prose selections, as well as playlets, are finding a ready hearing through the best magazines of the country. ALUMNI ARCH AT LINCOLN UNI- VERNITY. At the annual meeting of the Alumni Association of Lincoln University, held during commencement last June, it was decided to build an arch over the main entrance to the college grounds, and over $300 were subscribed towards the expense of this arch, which is to cost not less than $500. As planned, the arch is to be completed by Commencement Day, and the faculty will reserve a part of the compass for the dedication of the arch by the Alumni Association. As the time is short, it is very urgent that all those who have already pledged send in their money at once to Dr. John B. Randall; and it is also hoped that those who have not already pledged, will make up their minds what I the time you can see our re- pion Department, 247 West 46th kindly have your representative at ..... (Time). Address. Care of.... The Alumni Association, in addition to erecting the proposed arch, has already endowed a scholarship at Lincoln University and erected a handsome memorial tablet in the chapel in honor of the late Dr. Isaac N. Rendall. In connection with the dedication of the Alumni Arch, there will be a general reunion of the Alumni Association and each member and graduate is urged to begin to plan now for attending the meeting of the alumni that every loyal son of Lincoln University who reads this appeal will make a contribution at once. . IERSEY CITY, N. I. JERSEY Gryv, N. J.—Lafayette Presbyterian church, Rev S. Charles S. Freeman, pastor, Services for Sunday, 4:10 a.m. M-prayer service, Elder ware, leader; 11 a.m. holy communion; 2:30 p.m. Bible school and adult classes, 4 p.m. a popular service under the auspices of the Isaac Rendall Society, class 7. The Society, the members of the Altar guild in charge of the exercises; 8 p.m. m-sermon, subject, "The Disciple Whom Jesus Loved." On Monday evening, March 5, there will be a debate between the members of the adult Bible classes held in the lecture room of the church, Mrs. Helen Rendall, Presbyterian church, Lafayette Presbyterian church; at the Missionary meeting held in the afternoon, Mrs. Henrietta Smith of the Y. W. C. A. of Orange, and Rev. Florence Randolph made stirring addresses; Mrs. Frank Bosworth rendered a solo; Mrs. Hilliard Jerome and Leroy Jerome reinforced choir. These meetings will be held the last Sunday afternoons in each month at 4 o'clock. Mrs. Elizabeth Freeman is president, Mrs. L. E. Mary, secretary, Mrs. Thomas, chaplain, a sacred song service was given by the choir at 8 p.m. Charles Mullford of Mayne will hold an interesting program of sacred song the master delivered a sermonette on "The Power of Influence." The Salem Baptist people closed the month of February in a glorious manner. Pastor R. C. Judkins preached to an appreciative audience at 11 a.m. m. Sunday school was largely attended and the lesson was very helpful. A large audience of young people attended "the B. Y. P." to hear the special music by pupils from the area's music school. m. night service. Pastor R. C. Judkins preached the annual Thanksgiving monk for the K. of P.'s of the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. An audience that overflowed into the galleries was present. C. N.-Smal land C. N. Hyte were the leaders at this service. Aside from the sermon and beautiful solos GEORGE E. CANNON, President. REV. JOHN W. LEE, Treasurer. REV. J. T. COLBERT, Secretary. and short addresses a special address was delivered by Mr. Clark of New York. Beautiful music was furnished by the choir. The collections for the day amounted to $64.52 Mrs. George Moore, the choir's conductor, had been kept out of the choir on account of illness were in their places. All of the organizations in the church are hard at work to make our Easter rally a success. The leaders are very confident and say they will be ready when the congregation meets. The commencement day with Salem and it is expected that the members will be present in large numbers. The subject of the pastor, Rev. J. M. Hoggard's sermon at St. Mark's A. M. E. Zion church, 11 a. m. February 25, was: "God, Sin-bearer," text Romans 5.8. At 7 p. m. the Varlick Christian Endeavor Societies held a missionary prayer meeting, the topic Home Missions, a missionary training institute, Alonzo W. Baker, Mrs. Hattie Mooreman, had charge of the program. Rev. Hoggard addressed the B. H. C. Quartet, Miss Haskill, who meeting. Others taking part were the played the "Fifth Nocturne"; J. Phillips, vocal solo; Miss Edna Huskins, recitation; Miss Thelma Mooreman, vocal solo; Miss Anna Huskins, president of the Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of the A. M. E. Zion church, announces at 3:30 p. m. Sunday, March 4, Rev. Florence Randolph will preside at St. Mark's missionary mass-meeting, which is to be addressed by Mrs. Henrietta Peters, returned missionary from West Africa, who was hired by Miss Cecelia L. Ishabalala of Natal, South Africa, who speaks and sings in the Zulu language and who has been especially prepared for missionary work. PLAINFIELD, N. J PLAINFIELD, N. J.-The memorial mentioned last week in this column was to the husband of Mrs. Sadie Anthoney, not Furthoney. the New York 'Ag' wanted at the correspondent's headquarters, 325 Plainfield avenue. TO THE PUBLIC. Please send news items for The 'Ag' to the correspondent The 'Ag' and o'clock p. m. every Sunday, as the matter will be mailed every Sunday evening at 8 p. m. RUTHERFORD. N. J. RUTHERFORD, N. J.-Woman's Day at St. Philips A. M. E. Zion church was held Sunday, February 25. In the morning the pastor, Rev. G. S. Sterling, filled the pulpit. He spoke briefly upon the woman subject, showing the worth of her contributions to the organizations. His remarks were very inspiring to all who were present. In the evening the sacred program which had been prepared was nicely carried out, in spite of the absence of talent who were unable to attend. Mrs. C. C. Oliver of Grove street, Rutherford, reporter for the New Jersey informer, was mistress of ceremonies. Mrs. R. Oliver in her witty and determined reviewer, received from the congregation and made the event ful. Among those taking part were S. R. Johnson, Thaddeus Marshell, S. Williams, Mrs. C. C. Oliver, Mrs. B. Wessley, Kev. G. S. Sterling, Mrs. J. Tatewey, Mr. M. Williams. Each service was of great interest. Sunday, March 4 will be communion day. The pastor will preach in the morning on "The price of Salvation." In the evening at 8:00, Rev. W. W. Gales, pastor at Great Mother Valley Church, Mahwah, N. J., will preach after commission will be served. On Sunday morning last a fire broke in the residence of Mannie Gatewood, Francis street, East Rutherford, N. J. The fire started in the lower part at the chimney, burning up to the top of the house, causing some excitement. The East Rutherford fire department was called out, but before they could get in real action the fire had been extinguished at Gatewood and Willie Harris, who lives in Gatewood and Willie Harris, East Rutherford, Mr. Harriet street, smoke bursting from the Mr. Gatewood's house bursting to the scene and the door started once to fight the flames. The two men the fire had and threw the fire. The pastor, Rev. Sterling, attended the platform meeting Sunday afternoon at the Fleet street A. M. E. Zion church, Brooklyn, N. Y., after missing the fire and acquaintance who lost his life accidentally on fire at her work place last Thursday. Lucy Butts of Philadelphia, Pa. and Mrs. Millie Jones of Cornwall, N. J. have returned to their homes after a week's stay with their sister, Mrs. P. L. Flag, of Brooklyn, N. Y., was a guest all day Sunday at Mr. Flag's residence. A serious accident happened to James Babett, a young man of our town, who owns a taxi and drives from the hacked parking lot of Saturday evening. February 17, about the time Mr. Babett was taking a party of three to Dillon amon K J Wattafat aat time b. Delfauna, N. J. Along the river road it was very dark and after a slight rain followed by freezing temperature, the road was sleety. While running in high speed one of the girls discovered the car was heading for the Passaic river. Becoming excited she grabbed the wheel from Babett and turned it hard to the wheel, the car skidded on the road, smashing the car. The four persons were seriously injured. They were picked up and rushed to the hospital. Mr. and Mrs R. H. Smith of 90 Spring street gave a Washington birthday party in honor of their son, obt. H Smith Jr. Those present were Misses V. Hairston, S. Hairston, L. Reynolds, M. Thomas, M. Johnson, D. Postles, M. Masters C. Reynolds, H. Hickens, H. Doyle, M. Johnson, Hodge J. Degnan a. A. Writtle of Newark, N. J. The evening was pleasantly spent playing games and dancing. Music was furnished by R. H. Smith Jr and Chas. Reynolds. MAHWAH, N. J. MATWAN, N. J.-Mrs. Mary Spellman and daughter, Mrs. Lillian Jackson of Newark, N. J., who has just returned from Norfolk, Va., are spending a few days at her log castle in Green Mountain Valley. Miss Helen Jennings and father spent Thursday in Oakland, Mrs. Chas. E. Spellman and daughter of Mrs. Chas. E. Spellman and mother of her mother, Mrs. Jennie Quinn, Henry T. Mann and Matthew Mann are both suffering from crushed fingers. A surprise party was given little Harvey Saufred Mann, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Mann, on February 14, in honor of his tenth birthday. His little friends the neighborhood and the new neighborhood invited Mrs. Jennie Quinn was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Elias Mann of Mahwah for two days of last week. Reuben Mann was detained from work several days of last week on account of the lappie but is better. Little Grace Johnston, infant daughter of Mrs. B. H. Johnston, who has been working with the children who has been suffering from roasted feet is slowly improving. There was a George Johnson supper given at the church Thursday, February 22, followed by a small program, which was arranged by Mrs. Mary Spellman on her return from Norfolk. The tables were beautifully decorated with tulips, carnations American Beauties, winning prizes from Mrs. Peter Suffern, of Rausey, bringing $1.75 and was purchased by Henry T. Mann. The second prize cake brought $1.55 at auction. Opening address by Rev. W. W. Gales, the pastor, Mrs. Marion Suffern gave her time and skill in making the flowers which made such a delightful greeting. The greatest appreciated. The members and friends of the church, Green Mountain Valley, are using their efforts to secure and lay a corner stone on the visit of the bishop, Clinton. HACKENSACK, N. I. HACKNACK, N. J.-The Christian Endeavor Society of A. M. E. Zion gave a musical concert Thursday evening of last week in interest of building fund rally, Sunday, April 15. The fourth quarterly conference of the A. M. E. Zion. Church was held Friday evening of last week by Rev. George E. Ferris, presidiging elder. Rev. Ferris preached Sunday morning to ag od crow crowd. Subject, "Temption of Jesus." Rev. Stanley-F. Davis of M. E. Church (white) preached to a large crowd last Tuesday evening at the A. M. E. Zinp Church, from the subject, "Don't Worry." After a long and tedious illness, Mrs. C. B. Wagner, a street tree, and church last Sunday, Mrs. Edna Meggins and Mrs. Dorsey were guests of Mrs. Eulah Hayes, Jersey City, N. J., last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Wright 'of Central avenue gave a tea party in honor of their daughter, Miss Madeline, on February 22. Present were: Rev. and Mrs. J. P. E. Love, Mr. and Mrs. John Holt, Mr. and Mrs. John Brooks, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Woody, Mr. and Mrs. C. Blind, Mrs. Mary Hamilton, Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Hardy, Mrs. Ruby Wright of New York City, Miss Ruby and Miss Lucille Mitchell acted as floaters. She received many useful and valuable presents. Refreshments were served. PATERSON, N. I. PATTERSON, · N. J.—The Wednesday Afternoon Embroidery Club was entertained at the residence of Mrs. W. E. Hopper. Among the guests present were Mrs. George Catlet, Mrs. Fred Finday, Mrs. William Flanigan, Mrs. Sarah Waterford. Members of the club: Mrs. S. Herbert, Mrs. Francie Hahn, Mrs. Frank Hallstock, Mrs. F. Walker, Mrs. William Armstead, Mrs. Martin. The table was most artistically decorated and an elaborate lunch was served. Mrs. Walter C. Hughes is confined to her home with laurentitis. Mrs. Parke and her son Mark are the weekend guests of Mrs. W. W. Walker. Enjoyed evening at the new banquet hall of caterer W. C. Monroe in aid of the rooting fund of St. Augustine Presbyterian Church, under the direction of Mrs. Martin. Among the guests present on Monday evening at the Bachelor-Benedicts' reception in New York City we note the names of Dr. and Mrs. N. called to the New York city on account of the sudden illness of her daughter. The Eastside Sewing Circle was entertained by Miss Latham on Friday evening at the residence of Mrs. W. E. Hopper. A dainty luncheon was served. Next meeting the federation of Colored Clubs of New Jersey will be held at the College of the Feet of Colored Clubs of New Jersey met at Jersey City on Thursday, February 22. Among those from Paterson were Mr. and Mrs. L. S. Rouser, John F. Lewis, Mrs. Daisy G. Walker, Mrs. Maggie Moore, Mrs. Burke, Mrs. Wm. Sroggins, Mrs. L. G. Walker, Mrs. Thomas H. Williams, Miss Sedonia Seneth, Mrs. H. Huggs, Jr. On Sunday morning, March 4, at St. Augustine Presbyterian Church, the Rev. W. W. Walker will deliver special sermon on "Daniel in the Lions Den" and in the evening "Belsihazzar's Feast." St. Augustine's Presbyterian Lyeum, Sunday, March 4, Mrs. Besie Randolph will be the principal speaker, Mrs. N. J.; piano solo, John A. Huggs, Jr. remarks, Mr. Jonso; declaration, DeWitt Wunn; address, Louis S. Rouser. LAKEWOOD, N. J. RIDGEFIELD, N. I. RIDGEFIELD, N. J.—The Baptist Literary Society held a Douglas and Lincoln program on Friday night. The program was ver pintering. There were addresses, papers, solos and recitations. Music by Mme. Huggs. Waffles were served after the rendition of the program. Mrs. Washington; on High street, is seriously ill. The little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Vangensell, who has been ill for the past week, is reported better. MOERISTOWN N I MORRISTOWN, N. J.--Mrs. James Webb, entertained Sunday at dinner Mrs. Brown of Denver and Mrs. Addie Penlington of Convent. Miss Mamie Springstead entertained Friday at ten Mrs. Addie Penlington and Miss Pinkney. Boazello Teabout and Miss Bessie Huff kere married Saturday, February 24, by the Rev. Wisher of Summit, N. J. Mrs. W. H. Quick was the guest of her sister Mrs. Fannie J. Brown, Sunday. The Get-Together League will give an entertainment on Wednesday, March 7. W. H. Hill is at the Downtown Industrial School, teaching industrial work. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Joines have gone to Staten Island to spend the remainder of the season. Miss Lima Spears was given a sur- prince on Friday last by her admirer Mrs. Emma Ebyard has returned from irginia, where she spent a day with her brother. John A. Boyden of North Morrison who has been seriously ill since January 3 is slowly improving. RAHWAY, N. J. Rahway, N. J.-Miss Mamie Bailor of New York, formerly of Jacksonville, N. was the guest of Mrs. Oakeshott at the street, where in the city, Miss Jolene Giles and Mrs. Thomas Bailor and she attended the evangelist's palin last Thursday evening at a church in New York Saturday. Miss Annabelle Moore, who resided with Mrs. Mau. Love, 527 Main street, in George Coleman of Newark, M. J. in Cranford, N. J. by the Rev. D. W. Cannon, pastor of the First Baptist Church of Mau. and Mr. J. Oakeshott are now residing at 181 Cranford, N. J. Miss Genevieve Henry and Marcia Hopen were entertained last Thursday by Mr. Benjamin Jackson of Lacey avenue. Miss Alice Mayo of Stouton, N. J. who spent several days with her sisters. Miss Caroline Baldin Mayo ha returned to her home. The Golden Rod Sewing Circle applied Mrs. M. Reed, Menrore street, Mrs. Marion annearoon, Mrs. Reed thanked each one annearoon, ent were Mrs. John Gibson; Mrs. Augus gustus Gibson; Mrs. Roy Osborne, Mrs. Beverly Bruton, Mrs. Katherine, Mrs. Kennan; Mrs. Reed and Miss M. B. Reed Mrs. Gibbs, 46. Monroe street will get employment for all females in the South, who desire, to come North. Sunday communion will be served at 10 a.m. The Isaacchar Club of the A. A. Church, met last Monday at the house of Mr. and Mrs. Beverly Braxton, Allen street. Helping Hand Club met last Monday at the same of the bar and Mrs. C, V. Aaron. Last Thursday evening, Mrs. B. Osborne, Mrs. Charles A. Maline, Mrs. Chauency Samuels and Mrs. A. Wright were the colored women who acted as eleve evangelical campaign which was especially women on that evening. Last Saturday evening, when the high school turned out in a body William E. Malze acted as usher. PERTH AMBOY, N. J. PERTH AMBOY, N. J.—A wedding was celebrated Saturday evening at the home of Mrs. Mary E. Cooper, when Mrs. Railey and Flagger-old Wells were united by the Rev. Ross, pastor of the, the Baptist Church, Mary Nora Fields acted as bridesmaid and George McAthaway as best man. Following guests were present: Mrs. Anna Bell Young, Mary E. Cooper, sisters of the bride and Mrs. Bertha Richits, niece; Mr. and Mrs. Albert Hodge, Horatio Hodge, Mr. and Mrs. William Hunter and daughter, Miss Pearl Robinson, E. Mowr, Miss Tressie Randolph and M. Rowlby of Hairway; David Carr, Bella Lindsay of Hairway; Anthony, Anthony, Isaac Richley and Carter. Music was furnished by Lindsay's orchestra. Mr. and Mrs. Wells will spend their honey moon in Washington. Preaching at the Second Baptist Church last Sunday morning by Rev. Bailey and in the evening by Rev. James of Rahway. There will be a musical entertainment grate at the Second Baptist Church on Thursday morning, March 8, by the pastor and literary and Aid Club, for the benefit of the church. Mrs. Lewis Carter, 417 Miller street, took her daughter, Nellie to New Britain, Conn., Sunday to spend a few months with friends. Harrison Holland, 99 Dekalb avenue, with his friend, Miss Claudia Evans of Jersey City, spent Sunday in New York City. Walter Gibson of State street, has been quite ill for the last two weeks, but is improving. Mrs. Walter Gibson of State street, has been in with the grip for a few days. FAYETTEVILLE. N. C. FAYETTEVILLE, N. C.—Sunday, February 18, was Sunday school rally day at the First Baptist church. It closed Sunday night with a program, "Sunday School in Camp," the church was in camp and in need of care. colm Daniel is the efficient and enthusiastic superintendent. Miss Mollie Oufie Ouggins was mistress of ceremonies. Miss Maggie Robeson and Miss Qcia Melchor played a duet; solo by James McGewen; paper by Miss Mary B. McGewen; paper by Miss Mary C. McGewen; Miss Mamie Mount. Master John Robertson; briot by Master Marrion McKay; dwirl by eight young ladies. A good offering was lifted. First senior class got first banner, teacher, Tom Smith; Rosebuds class got second banner, teacher, Miss Mary B. Moyle; the First Baptist church and Sunday school is growing by leaps and bounds. Mrs. B. H. Henderson is home after having been in the hospital in Washington, D. C. Mrs. Mouto Aundres, sister of Marrion Stevens, member of the First Baptist church, died suddenly at her home. Her funeral was prescheduled for the next day. Perry has opened a first class dress making apartment over the Index office. John B. Henderson, who has been proprietor of the Stevens barber shop for more than 20 years, has accepted a position in the post office at Fayetteville. He will begin his work the first of March. Miss A. Henderson has a S. C. styling with Mr. J. B. Henderson on Moor street. The stork came to the home of Malcon Danial and left a fine boy. Mrs. T. H. McNell'a baby has been sick but is better. Dr. Adams is kept busy taking care of the dental needs of Fayetteville's large colored population. Mr. H. Henderson is the Marinelle Porter for Ladies only on Hay street, over the Index office. She is kept busy making the ladies beautiful. The stork came to the home of Dr. C. A. Eaton and left a fine baby boy. Mother and baby are doing fine. Dr. C. A. Eaton, Stryton, B. H. Henderson are practicing hyphleans Fayetteville, and John C. Henderson, have bought a beautiful car. Dr. Adam has bought his wife a nice horse and burying. LEGISLATORS FAVOR AFRICAN DODGER BILL The Kindergarten for Lynchers. INFLUENTIAL members of the State Legislature at Albany have come out in favor of the passage of an anti-African Dodger bill. In the Senate and the Assembly sentiment seems to be in favor of putting the "African Dodge" out of commission once and for all. The colored citizens have won over two powerful friends in Speaker Thaddeus C. Sweet of the Assembly and Senate Leader Elon R. Brown. Both leaders have advised The Age that they are in favor of abolishing the "African Dodger." Senator Brown's letter follows: THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK; Albany, February 26, 1917. To the Dramatic Editor of The Age: Age: I am in favor of abolishing any question which will cast reflection on the Negro race, and will try and inquire into the dodger matter. Very truly, (Signed) ELON R. BROWN. To the Dramatic Editor of The Age: You're the 25th with clipping received, contents noted, and in reply beg to state that I am having the bill of last year to which you refer looked up and assure The Kindergarten yea that when the same is introduced and comes before the Assembly for their consideration it will have my earnest effort to secure its favorable consideration. I remain. Yours very truly, (Signed) T. C. SWEET. The anti-African Dodger bill, dotted in its legal verbiage, follows: AN ACT To amend the penal law in relation to public health and decency. Section 1. The penal law is hereby amended by inserting therein a new section, to be section 20, and fifty-six, to read as follows: 1756-a. Disgraceful practices of sending health and decency. A person who exhibits himself or another in public and invites, agitics or allows others to throw or release a ball or other article at his head or other, portion of his body, or the head or body of another, for compensation and/or an abjectly engaged in or takes any part in a game commonly known as "ball dodger" for a consideration or otherwise, or employs a person for such purpose, or at such place or places for himself, or for another, invites, solicits or allows others to throw a ball or other article, for a spring or other object or device whose person is thrown from a distance to a body of water or any receptacle, or commits any act or acts whereby any race of citizens of this State is held to contempt or ridicule, is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than five dollars, or less than one hundred dollars, or less than a month in punishment for a term of more than one year or less than three months, or both. 2. This act shall take effect immediately. The bill will be introduced in the Legislature within a few days. Senator Albert Ottinger, in whose district Columbus Hill is situated, will probably introduce the measure in the Senate. "RESUBRECTION." For months past the columns of the press have been filled with stories from Russia regarding the atrocities practiced there, and the many desgractions the peasantry is subjected to in their daily lives. Leo Tolstoi has well described the darkest side of Russian life in his book "Resurrection" and the dramatization of that play, whereby the strongest scenes are enacted by competent actors still further impresses the server with conditions in that country. Blanche Walsh made the hit of her career in her presentation of the play, which is to be seen at the Lafayette Theatre next week, when the competent stock company is present in a large assembly for heavy and elaborate scenery and beautiful costuming, and every attention as to detail required will be given by the capable management. Abbie Mitchell will enact the role of the peasant king Katsushika Hokusai in Blanche Walsh's Walter Thompson will play the leading role of Prince Dimitri. Laura Foerrman has the very difficult role of Martha and the many other parts are in the thoroughly capable hands of the remaining members of the company. AT THE LINCOLN THEATRE Mrs. Down's Lincoln Theatre continues to play to large and satisfied audiences. Last week this pretty playhouse scored a triumph through its rendered bill. In many instances during the week acts drew big house. The house is playing such acts as: the Moon, the Witch, and features Princess Wee Wee who is advertised to be the smallest woman in the world, and E. H. Peat. BASKETBALL (BY WILL ANTHONY MADDEN.) Alpha "Big Five" lost its fifth game of the season when on Washington's Birthday night, the team went down to defeat before the Monticello-Delaney Rifles of Pittsburgh, Pa. The game was hard-fought and very close, the final score being 16-15 in favor of Pittsburgh. Alpha played hard but "Cum" Posey and his team played just so much harder. Pittsburgh basketball successes this season have again placed them in the front ranks of the game. Ira F. Lewis, sporting editor of the Pittsburgh Courier, accompanied the team to New York. A fair crowd of about 700 to 800 people witnessed the game. St. Christopher defeated Hampton Institute team in Hampton on Washing- en for Lynchers. ton's Birthday afternoon by the score of 28-20. It was without a question a great victory for St. Christopher, as the New Yorkers accomplished something that no team had ever done at Hampton before. It was St. C.'s second victory over Hampton this season. It might be mentioned that St. C. so far this season has a clean slate and if they get by the Carlton and Vandal games it looks like 1000 per cent. It is the best big team the club has had since the Bradford, Accooe, Robins, Rose and Perkinson combination. On March 5 Carlton and St. Christopher will have a pretty stiff basketball argument at Labor Lyceum, Brooklyn, N. Y. It will be a very close game with Carlton again having an excellent chance of winning. On the same night, March 5, the "Incorporators" will be out in Montclair taking issue with the Y. M. C. A. boys. On March 9 the "Incorporators" will lay Salem-Crescent at Manhattan Casino. . . . . Don't forget that on Thursday night, March 29, the Chicago Y. M. C. A. five will travel 1,000 miles to meet Madlen's world champion "Incorporators" t Manhattan Casino. Remember the date. ALWAYS READ THE NEW YORK AGE ST. CHRISTOPHER TRIMS HAMP- TON. (BY LAWRENCE A. LEE) HAMPTON, Va.-The Hampton Institute basketball team was defeated by the Red and Black machine of New York City for the second time this season on Washington's birthday. Hampton put up a stiff battle for victory, but the New Yorkers' fortifications were too strong to be penetrated, hence the victory was won by St. Christopher. In the early part of the first half, both teams scored alternately, and the score was kept even for some time. But after both teams had scored eight points, the St. Christopher players seemed to have made up their minds to take a trip and leave the Virginians. This they did to a great extent. Then the Parish boys piled up scores, while Hampton was only able to make two more points during this half, which ended 18 to 10 in the visitor's favor. The second-half began with more speed than the first. Hampton's point put forth all of its latent energy wish hopes of overtaking the eight point lead LINCOLN UNIVERSITY 'INCORPORATORS' COLORED WORLD CHAMPIONS 1914-15-16 Friday Night, March 2nd Manhattan Casino, 155th St. & 8th Avenue WILL ANTHONY MADDEN, Manager, 269 West 4th St., N. Y. City. Telephone 718 Chelsea that the visitors had gained in the first half, but the teamwork of the St. Christopher boys was so darling" that the Seasiders had to spend most of their time playing a defensive game. Capt. Edwards of Hampton, played his usual good game, caging the ball four times. The man of mystery is Robson, St. Christopher's gigantic forward. His work was excellent. "As the half went on, the Red and Black, machine continued to climb, and the Blue and White boys crept slowly upward, but were unable to overtake their opponents, so the half ended 28 to 20 as the final score. This was one of the fastest and cleanest games of basketball that has ever been exhibited in any gymnasium. Much credit is due to the Seaside machine for the fighting spirit that they exhibited. This is the first time since 1913 that the Hamptonians have gone down nto defeat at home. The line-up: St. Christopher (28)—Robson, r.f.; H. Jenkins, Lf.; Bradford (Capt.), c.; C. Jenkins, r.g.; Capers, Lg. Hampton (20)—Edwards (Capt.) r.f.; Gurnoe, lf.; Paxton, a.; Dorsey, r.g.; Miser, l.g. Substitutes: (Hampton)—MLCaren, Pierson, Mogans; St. Christopher—Lowry, Rose, Fiall, Robson Field goals—Hampton, Edwards 4, McLaren 1, Gurnoe 2, Dorsey 1; St. Christopher, Robson 5, H. Jenkins 3, Bradford 1, C. Jenkins 2, Capers 1. Foul goals—Edwards 4, Robson 1, Lowry, 1, Bradford 2 Referee—J. H. Wendelken. Umpire—M P Robinson Timekeeper—J. Scott. BASKETBALL RESULTS IN NEW JERSEY. (By J. Richard Lee) NEWARK, N. J.—In the most exciting contest seen this season by the followers of the Owl F. C. basketball quintet, the St. Douglas five of Orange, N. J. triumphed over the Owls last Thursday night (Washington's Birthday) on the latter's new, caged court at the New Auditorium, the score being 25 to 24. This was the first game played on the Owl's new court, the former "home" games having been staged at the Palace Ducille, better known as Pierson's Hall, Plaine street, Newark. The Owl's fame as basketball players is as widely known as any team in New York and with their new lineup, with the exception of "Bonehead" Smith, and Frank Mulford, they are stronger than they have ever been. Their defeat by the St. Douglas is no disgrace to them. Every inch of the way the two teams had to fight, and fight hard. The Owls are noted for their swift passing and fast floorwork and these two combined made the Orange boys go the limit. They had to put every ounce of energy in them into the contest. The Owls were out to win and so were the St. D.'s. Right from the whistle the two teams began to fight and never stopped until the referee blew to end the contest. The St. D. drew first blood after nearly four minutes of play. Bell caged this one and it was a pretty one. The next minute "Fish" Carter of the Owls, brought one of his long sensational shots which brought some 1,200 cheering fans to their feet. The next minute Bell brought one which was a "peach" but Carter was there with the next one, which was one of those famous long wizard shots which drew the crowd to a high cheerling pitch. All through the initial half it was anybody's game; first the Orange boys would score, then the Owls. This half ended in St. D.'s favor 16 to 15 The second period proved to be faster than the preceding one, as the Owls put in two fresh men when half the session was over. Bell came through with one of his famous underhand shots and again drew first blood. This half was nip and tuck; every player was there with the guarding and passing. "Rainbow" the Owls dependable star, scored two field goals. Bell registered four field goals. The teams ended this half at tie, the score being 9-9. The final score in favor of St. D., 25-24. The preliminary game between the Owl Jr.'s and the St. Ulmer of Montclair, was fast and interesting. The Owls won 46 to 39. Orange, N. J.-Imperlals of Orange met the strong Jersey City five' who SONG RECITAL MR. DAVID BISPHAM, Baritone Accompanied by MR. WOODRUFF ROGERS At MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLEMENT, 6 West 131st Street SUNDAY AFTERNOON, MARCH 4, 1917, AT 3:30. Response by the Southern Melody Male Quartette. Associated Members Admitted Free. Assessment to Visitors 10c. J ROSAMOND JOHNSON, Director. BRING YOUR FRIENDS. substituted for the Princeton Y. M. C. A. The "Skeeters" out played the Imps and won by a large margin, 26-17. The Melrose of Orange were scaled by the Spartan Braves 31 to 27. The Melrose played their usual hard game but couldn't stop the wild rush of the Braves. Hackensack, N. J.—The St. Douglass Jr.'s traveled from Orange to Hackensack to play the strong G. I. of that city. The game was fast and interesting but the G. I. boys proved the better when it came to caging the ball, the Orange boys being off. The first half was nip and tuck ending St. D. 11; G. I. 10. The final score was 24-18 in favor of the G. I. THEATRICAL JOTTINGS The Musical Millers are in Chicago. Last half of week California Theatre Walter Crumble writes from Utica, N. Y., that he has retired from the show business and is now manager of the Imperial Hotel in Utica PHILADELPHIA, PA. PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Society's attention was centered last week in two engagements, those of Miss Bessie Bergner Waller to Edward B. Custis of Newport News, Va., and Miss Margaret B. Moore to Robert Tytwman of Harrisburg, Pa. Miss Waller, who is prominently identified with the young set, and who spent her summer in Atlantic City, is a daughter of A. Waller, a well-known politician. Charles Williams, 30 years old, employed on the new Colonial Trust Company building, northeast corner of 13th and Market streets, had his leg crushed Monday morning when a cart belonging to Robert Patterson and Co., contractors, pinned him against some joints. Rebecca Jackson, 45 years old, 1816 Sharswood street, is in St. Joseph's hospital suffering from a broken leg received Tuesday night. when she was run down on Master street, by a motor truck driven by Louis Sohm. At a hearing before Magistrate Tracy, Sohm was held in $500 bail. Harry Lee Roy, 53 years old, who lived at 2013 Miller street, died in the Cooper hospital on Thursday. He was taken to the hospital on Sunday suffering from a frost-bitten arm, armed with a detached Charles I. died of poisoning. Charles A. Tindley, pastor of Calvary M. E. church, spoke in the Olympia theatre on Sunday at the 100th anniversary of the birth of Douglass. He was the principal speaker. Other speakers were Dr. J. Max Barber, Justin Carter, of Harrisburg, Pa. W. Spencer Carpenter, Dr. Paul J. Taylor, Mrs. Maud Morrisett, Miss Marian Anderson sang a solo. Rev. Henry Y. Arnett acted as master of ceremonies. The celebration was under the auspices of the Frederick Douglass Memorial hospital. Officers of the City Federation of Colored Women's Clubs were installed last Sunday at Zoar M. E. church by Rev. Frederick Butler, as follows, for the ensuing year: President, Mrs. Ruth L. Bennett; 1st vice president, Mrs. Mary S. Tribbet; 2nd vice president, Mrs. S. W. Layton; 3rd vice president, Miss J. I. Howard; 4th vice president, Mrs. M. E. Page; 5th vice president, Mrs. D. F. Brown; recording secretary, Mrs. J. F. Reid, corresponding secretary, Miss A. E. Johnson; treasurer, Mrs. W. L. DeMark; chaplain, Mrs. L. Ford; chairman executive committee, Mrs. A. L. Dickerson; organizer, Mrs. A. L. Pollard. James M. Auter, messenger to the Governor of Pennsylvania, at Harrisburg, and an old time Philadelphia, is in the Medico Chi hospital where he underwent an operation for a defective eye on Tucker; he is set out in a week Raymond P. Alexander, graduating senior, who delivered the class oration at the commencement exercises of the Central High School on Friday, is a member of the track team, and was editor of the sporting department of "The Mirror." a monthly magazine published by the students Mr. Alexander was the first colored, boy to attain that honor. Sunday morning, Dr. J Wax Barber spoke at Pinn Memorial Baptist church, subject "The Migra tion of Our People from the South, and Our Duty Toward Helping Those People to Better Their Condition Along All Lines." Dr. William A. Sinclair left on Monday for Washington, D.C. to attend the Howard semi-centennial anniversary. Isaiah Lyons, a past commander of Post 103, G. A. R., was buried in the National cemetery on Saturday. Services were held in the Calvary M. E. church. He was buried with all of the honors due a soldier Sunday evening, Pyramid Temple, No. I. A. E. A. O. of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine of the Oasis of Philadelphia, accompanied by its band, attended Bethel A. M. E. church, where Rev. Williams preached the second annual sermon. P. H. Edwards was master of ceremonies. The whole was under the command of Potentate George W. Chapman, Armond W. Scott, exalted exalted ruler of the I. B. P. O. elk of the World of, Washington, D. C., was the guest of I. C. Catto Lodge of Elks on Thursday. Charles Sumner Post, 103, Sons of Veterans, Relief Corps No. 20, presented Wesley A. M. E. Zion church, 15th and Lombard streets, with a fine American silk flag on Sunday. The presentation was made by Christine Moore Jones, president of the corps. Mrs Jones also presented Rev. Hammum, the pastor of the church with a portion of one of the flags which surrounded Abraham Lincoln's casket when the body was brought to this city. The second series of the inter-club pocket billboard tournament is now going on at the Citizens' Republican Club and will last until March 12. The clubs taking part are the Shriners, O. V. Catto Lodge of Elks, Public Walters, 15th Ward Republican Club and the Citizens' Club. William G. Lee, Dr. D. C. Truitt, Attorneys Dickerson and Parks, Geo. Mifflenton, Charles H. Brooks and Amos Scott were appointed as a committee by the Citizens' Club to look into the matter of discrimination as practiced by the moving picture theatres of this city. In a number of them colored people are refused admission and a few segregate them in groups. It is time action was taken. SCRANTON, PA SCRANTUN, Pa.—One of the most pleasing concerts enjoyed by members of Bethel was the one given by the Sons of Allen last Tuesday evening. The drama rendered was done in an excellent manner by Mrs. J. L. Brown, Mrs. Alvura Kirg, J. L. Brown, Clas. Surles and Mr. Long. The recitations, "The Pied Piper of Hamlin" by Miss Elsie Tinker, and "Dr. Jekyl and Mr. Hyde" by Mr. Long, the musical numbers by Mesdames Riley and Sharper and chorus, duets by Mrs. Sharper and Miss Viola Foster, Elmer Mitchell and Miss Foster were well received by the large audience. An orchestra composed of Israel Thorpson, violinist, Mr. Baldwin, trombonist, Jno. King, mandolinist, Miss Amy Dorsey, accompanist rendered sweet musical strains. Rev. A. B. Conger of Honesdale, Pa. gave us an excellent discourse from Hossein 7-8, subject, "The Mixers," on Sunday evening. In the rally nearly $80 were laid on the table. Mrs. G. W. Williams and committee, "The Old Maid's Association." The following are on the sick list: Mrs. Wr. Crampton, Jr.; and Mr. Reed at the Hahnemann hospital, Mesdames Reed, Hearn, Rober Tley, Ethel Overton, Olden, Jeneva Plater the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Tyler is much better. Mrs. Margaret Meyers and Mr Simpler Plater are out again after, quite a spell of sickness Mrs. G. W. Brown was a visitor in Montrose of last week and Mr. Naylor of Montrose and also Rev. W R Thomas were visitor sin town. Among the students on the honor list of the Scranton Central and Manual Training high schools were Miss Hilda Carter of Central, and Viola Foster of Manual Training. Miss Carter stood third on the list. The other students attending are Miss Ruth and Herbert Smith at Central, Misses Minnie Lewis, Viola Foster and Ruth Holland at Manual Training, and Miss Ruth Smith and Fred Porter at Technical. We are glad to see Mrs Lavinia Jackson in town again. The Alpha Crochet Club met at Mrs Patterson's last Thursday afternoon. The Alpha and Mrs Lavinia joined a prised Mrs Ann Carter last Thursday night. Word has been received of the RESURRECTION Beginning Tuesday Afternoon and Evening, March 20, 1917, and Continuing Wednesday and Thursday Afternoons and Evenings- REFRESHMENTS MUSIC DANCING Given under the auspices of Mrs. Wm. Curtis Demorest, Director and Chairman of Committee. For benefit of Mortgage Fund. J. POSAMOND JOHNSON, Director. Annual Bazaar of the Young Women's Christian Association 121 West 132nd Street Monday evening, February 26th to Friday evening, March 2nd GOOD PROGRAM EACH EVENING, 8:45 See the Model Denicatessen Come Monday Night ADMISSION 10 CENTS Mrs. J. C. Thomas, Chairman Manhattan Casino, March 9th serious illness of Claude Smith of Rocky Mountain, N. C., brother of Mrs. T. A. Crump, and Charles, James and Joseph Smith. SHARON-FARRELL, PA. SHARON FARRELL, Pa.—Mr. and Mrs. Bush Asbury, 1109 Hamilton avenue, entertained Tuesday evening, February 27, for Mrs. Sara Williams of Atlantic City. Mrs. Williams is a sister of Mrs. Asbury. A new white hat was worn by James Lampkin, but Abe Stewart, Calvin Burke, Ceril Burke, Bert Butler, Geo Day and young Brown went him one better; they had little feathers in their hatbands. A number of Elks went to Youngstown Sunday afternoon to take part in the initiation ceremonies of a number of new candidates. Mrs. M姨 Clotton of Wheatland, was a visitor at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hattie Jones, Hamilton avenue, last Wendow day. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Skinner entertained a number of friends last week at their home, Greenfield avenue and Staunon street. Mrs Bush Ashbury and Mrs. Sara Williams of Atlantic City were theinner guests of Mr. and Mrs William Hayes of Maywood street last Sunday. Dr. Morgan Writ of Farrell, sentw he week-end with his parents in Pittsburgh. and Mrs. "Tom" Logan of S3Vine street entertained in honor of the birthday of the Rev J. D. Meade, of the Diocese of Sharon. Rev. William Nelson preached Sunday morning. Mrs. Sara Williams of Atlantic City has been the recipient of many house parties, theatre and dinner parties. Mrs. Bertha Hill has been indisposed for the past week or so, but not confined to her bed. DENMARK S. C. DENMARK, S. C.—The eight annual Negro Farmers' Conference of the Voorhees Institute convened on February 14, with more than 1,200 persons in attendance. Principal J. O. Thomas gave a cordial welcome to visitors, farmers, ministers and friends. Prof. George W. Carver, head of the Department of Research and Experiment Station, Tuskegee Institute, Ala., gave an exhibition and lecture on the velvet bean and showed by demonstration into how many useful food stuffs the velvet bean could be made. He also showed that because of the coming of the boll weevil into the far South and later into the State of South Carolina, and the impossibility of raising cotton, it would be absolutely necessary for the farmers to diversify their crops and one of the most profitable crops to raise was the velvet bean. On February 15, a conference of ministers and laymen was held over which Rev. Richard Carroll of Columbia, S. C., presided. Read The Age. --- EWS OF THE CHURCHES St. Marge' M. E. Church. On Sunday morning, February 25, Dr. Brooks preached to a large congregation. Text, Acts 3:6. Theme, "The Beggar at the Gate of the Temple" in the evening, the Rev. W. D. Nelson, a graduate of Drew Theological Seminary, preached from Hebrews 1:1. Theme, "The Superiority of Christ to the Old Prophets." After morning service, an infant was baptized, and during the day four persons joined the church. The Thursday evening and Sunday afternoon exercises of the lycum were largely attended by appreciative and enthusiastic audiences. The exercises on Thursday were musical. Under the auspices of the St. Paul's Church, President Harrison presided. On Thursday, March 1, George Garald will deliver an address on "Abyssin and Its Government." A cordial invitation is extended to the public to attend the meetings of the lycum. Salem M. E. Church. The pastor, the Rev, F. A. Cullen, preached at both services Sunday to large and appreciative audiences. Four persons united with the church. At the opening service he preached an instructive sermon to the Sisterhood of the church, who had as their guest the Sisterhood of St. James' Presbyterian Church. At 2:30 the Sunday School and Men's Bible Class were well attended. Dr. F. J. Handy and A. Bower were the speakers at the Lyceum. They delivered excellent addresses to a large audience. Last Tuesday night a large number of men gathered at the Brotherhood and enjoyed the instive address by C. C. Allison, Jr., secretary Big Brother Movement of the Urban League. A good audience gathered at the Lyceum last Thursday night and heard A. M. Robinson discuss the life and character of George Washington. The annual reunion of Salem will be held at the Baptist Ternacle, 128 West 18th street, Thursday, March 8. Washington Memorial Presbyterian Mission. Rev. Dr. E. Ellerson, of Biddle-University, Charleston, N. C. preached and doquent sermon on "Standardized Christianity" to an appreciative congregation. At the evening service, Dr. Lawton took for his text Acts 20.24 "But None of these Things Move Me." There will be a special Doughlass program next Sunday evening. Among who will take part in the program are Mrs. M. C. Lawton, who has been requested to deliver the address on Frederick Doughlass, which she delivered at the Brooklyn High School week, and George Davis, the Brooklyn tenor. The Mission has an interesting Sunday School, in which the Rev. W. R. Lawton takes an active part. The following officers were elected at a recent meeting of the Unity Club: Mrs. Nannie Armstrong, president; Mrs. G. E. Corney, vice-president; Miss Ed Lawton, secretary; Mrs. M. D. treasurer. The club will give its social entertainment Friday evening, March 9, at the residence of Mrs. C. Warren, 424 Lenox avenue. names Services at St. James were impressive throughout the day last Sunday. At the morning service the pastor presented a sermon to the Pascal Aid Society. Two members united with the church on profession of faith and the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Davis was baptized. The pastor was called to Harlem Hospital at 3 o'clock to baptize the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Mathews, Joseph Williams and Mrs. Frances Harris were united in marriage at the church on Saturday night by the pastor. At the evening service the theme of discourse was missionary activity. Two persons were received by the session into the church at the close of the sermon. The Bible class, conducted by the pastor at 1 o'clock each Sunday, enrolled two new members. Thirteen girls of the Bible class will serve as waitresses at the inaugural reception at the St. James marse. Dr. Hyler will speak next Sunday at a 11 o'clock service upon the subject "Dancing" At 8 p.m. there will be a public reception of new members and the celebration of the Lord's Supper. The grand rally is set for the second Sunday in March at 11 a.m., 4 and 8 p.m. Union Baptist Church Union Baptist Church, 204-56 West Ward street. Rev G. H Sims, pastor. One of the interesting features during the past week was the Columbus Hill Exhibit under the supervision of Miss Bryde Haynes. The educational part of the program was held in our church, at 11 a. m., our pastor con- fused the students to the "Devil" Text. I Text. Then. 2:15 and Daniel 10:13. Subject "Hindered by the Devil." Sunday School convened at 3 p. m. under Supt. Johnson with 275 pupils present, collection 341. The Missionary Circle had monthly service from 4, to 6, p.m. while service from 4 to 6 p. m. p. m. our pastor delivered a sermon at the Bethesda Baptist Church, New Robbie, of which Dr. J. B. Biddle is the pastor. B. Y. P. U. under President Lloyd held its regular session. The Junior under John Maddox rendered a program. At the evening service Miss Nannie B. Troughs, president of the N ational Training School, Washington, D. C. delivered a address. Her theme was "The Light Is Gone." St. Paul Church. The St. Paul Baptist Church, Rev. B. Arthur Booker, minister. —Tuesday night the Royal Banner Club held a parlor social at the residence of Mrs. Mary Atkins, president, 181 West 134th Street. Wednesday night the B. Y. P. U. Literary gave a play entitled "The Psychological Moment," with six participants Mrs. J. Thomas, Mrs. Jas Harris and the Masses M. Johnson, J. Simmons, L. F. and J. A. Booker. Thursday night the B. Y. P. U. Literary furnished the program for the St. Mark's Lycium. Thursday night a parlor social was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Anderson, 329 West 50th street. Thursday night the People's Choral Union gave its concert. the City College, and the pastor and his family attended. Mrs. Booker is a member of the Union and was one of the singers on the occasion. Friday night prayer meeting was led by Lovell and McCreary. Sunday the pastor preached morning and night. The morning theme was "The Man of God's Right Hand"; evening, "Christ, the Incarnate Word." After the evening service and when the pastor and family had returned to their home, they were surprised to find a number of people marching into the hall, and then into the apartment, singing. Mr. McCreary presented the pastor with a purse, raised through the efforts of Mrs. Frances Quinn, for the purpose of buying him a new overcoat. Light refreshments were served. The pastor will surely get a new overcoat. Sunday ended the beginning of the Lenten season, and Pastor Bolden sermons at, both the morning and evening services were based on the theme "The principle of fasting." "2d Cor. 6:1-10. The choir rendered appropriate music. Rev. Geo. Hinton assisted in the services. The Sunday School was opened at 2 p.m. by Supt. Hogans, with a large attendance. Rev. Hinton conducted the review of the lesson. Superintendent Hogans announced the promotion of a number of scholars, and the forming of another new class. The Sunday School is steadily growing in number and interest and officers and teachers are much pleased. Mrs. S. C. Jackson and Miss Maggie Johnson are preparing the children for an elaborate program and service on Easter Sunday. A short program was rendered at the meeting of the Literary Society at 4 p.m. by Miss V. Jacobs. Miss Pauline Jackson rendered a solo, and a paper entitled "Appreciation" was read by Miss Edna Rohn. Rev. Bolden gave a short talk. Wm. Townsend was critic. The programs during the month of March will be of unusual interest. The Emmanuel Fellowship Society had a meeting at 7 p.m. Rev. Geo. Hinton, who is conducting the lessons on the creed of the church, is leaving no stone unturned to make the meetings interesting as well as educational. At 8 p.m. Pastor Bolden continued the sermon on "Fasting." The choir sang the anthem "Praise Ye the Lord." Mrs. Bessie Robinson presented $3 to the trustees from the dinner served by the Sunday School during the day, and also $7.00 from the dinner served on Washington's Birthday. The windows, one given by the evening school and the other by Mrs. Ridley, are of great beauty and make a vast improvement in the church. The play entitled "How the Story Grew" will be given by the Emmanuel Society Center on Thursday evening, March 8. Rush Memorial. Excellent plans are on foot for the celebration of the church's anniversary and reunion, March 18-25. Nearly every pastor in Harlem and many downtown have pledged support of choir and congregation. A musical program by the choir under direction of H. Gladstone Marshall, assisted by the Gilded Bond Orchestra, will be presented on Monday evening, March 19. Every night thereafter the exercises, will be in charge of one of the pastors of the other churches. Refreshments will be served by various auxiliaries throughout. The Rev. E. D. W.-Jones-of Rochester, N. Y., will preach Sunday, March 11, morning and evening. Subjects, "The Inflow from God" and "The Philosophy of the Conversation Between Christ and Nicodemus." The March rally shows prospects of good results and it is hoped, that no less than $1,000 will be raised. Last Sunday's services were up to the usual standard and the collections were gratifying. Mother Zion Church Every pew was filled in Mother Zion last Sunday. Dr Brown preached at both services. In the evening the sermon was to the Richard Allen Tailornade, No 95, Order of Moses. The following persons joined the church Charles Archer, Nora Humpus, Mattle Brooks, Anna Burge, James Humemore, Liz Lummino, Bertine Chau, William Samuel Langford, Eureka Moore, Fannie Myers, Eva Parra, Ica Raines, Laura Wiggins and Verda Wells. Collection for day, $132. At a special meeting of the Brown Chapter of the Methodist Brotherhood Monday night it was decided that the Brotherhood would purchase a parish house. The third annual reunion and reception of the Varick Christian Endeavor Society will be held on Thursday evening, March 1. Special mid-week services are to be held during Lent. Sermon Friday night by the Rev. Thomas Moore of Jacksonville, Fla. Next Sunday night sermon to the Brotherial and Social Society of New York A Japanese bazaar will be held at Mother Zion Church on Wednesday and Thursday nights, March 7 and 8, under the auspices of the Church Terrace Church. Dinner will be served with evening and special programs are being prepared. b Counselor C. W. Brown of Elizabeth City, N. C. Counselor in the city few days in the city Dr. James E. Mason, financial secretary of Livingstone College, Sallisbury, N. C., was the guest at the parsonage last week. Miss Nellie Johnson of Washington, D. C., who has been in the city since the funeral of Bishop Walterm, returned to her home last Monday. SOMERVILLE N. J. Somerville, N. J.-Misg Verna Vaness entertained seventy of her young friends at the home of her sister Mrs. Ellwood Clark on Davenport street, on her eleventh birthday. She received many beautiful presents. Dellious refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. B. Woolsey spent Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kline. Services Sunday morning at A. M. E. Zion Church; preaching by the pastor, Rev. Wm. D. Robeson. Sabbath School at 3 p.m. BORDENTOWN N. J. BORDENTOWN, N. J.-The appropriations committee of the State Legislature was held luncheon at the industrial school on Monday, February 26. In buildings and grounds were inspected after which the students assembled in chapel and sang for the guests. They were addressed by Bon ESPERANZA MINING COMPANY C. MASSON, Mine Operator, LOCAL E. K. STORMS, Mine Operator, W. Geologist and Mining Expert, SURER: ROBERT A. LAWE, M. Capitalist, Mt. Kisco, N. Y.orney at Law, New York. OTHER LODE properties in O. York have been done on the pro PRESIDENT: FRANCIS C. MASSON, Mine Operator, London and New York. VICE-PRESIDENT: DANIEL E. STORMS, Mine Operator, Sandusky, Ohio, and New York. COWPER-THWAITE, Geologist and Mining Expert, London and New York. SECRETARY AND TREASURER: ROBERT A. LAWE, Expert Accountant, New York. PHILIP O. MILLS, Capitalist, Mt. Kisco, N.Y. ELIOT NORTON, Attorney at Law, New York. Over three million tons blocked out. Lenses of ore running as high as $10,000 per ton. Timber in plenty on the property. Property to be equipped with comp SUBSCRIPTIONS for INITIAL OFFER Complete data, reports and maps sent f I. H. I 186 W. 135th St., N. Y with complete plant, includi DNS for shares open OFFERING-50c maps sent free on request. H. PORTE St., N. Y. Phone Mo Property to be equipped with complete plant, including 500 ton mill. Complete data, reports and maps sent free on request. I. H. PORTER 186 W.135th St.,N.Y.Phone Morningside 4030 last Thursday, enroute from Charlotte- ville. Dr. J. L. Martin spent Sunday in Hinotn. W. Va., visiting Miss Gussie Wells. Wm. Simm is quite ill. Hor Springs, Va.—Mrs. R. N. Smith, Jr., died Thursday morning, February 22, at her home in Covington, Va. She had been ill some months and the erid was not unexpected. The deceased is survived by her husband and two small children. Rev. C. W. Wright preached at Smith Chapel Sunday night. Rev. Luke Jones preached at Switchback Sunday night. Rev. Samuel Pogue, aged about 77 years, died, February 22, at his home, Fincastle, Va. He was the last surviving member in the organization, one of the MILW BOGUE/Teachers, was one of the MILW BOGUE/Teachers to be commissioned in the colored schools of Virginia after the inauguration of the free school system. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Lucy J. Pogue, and nine children: Mrs. Mary F. Taylor of Waynesboro, Va.; Mrs. W. W. Johnson of Covington, Va.; Henry T. William J. and Frank Pogue of Fincastle, Va.; Robert A. Pogue of Meharry Medical School, Nashville, Tenn.; Dr. G. L. A. Pogue of Bedford City, Va. and Bernard Pogue of Washburn, D. C. The deceased was born an active member for 23 years. Silas Kinney, who has been very ill for several weeks, is convalescing. Mrs. T. David and William Gordon on the sick list last week, but are now better. Mrs. Hannah Turner of Anheers, Va. is visiting her daughter, Mrs. C. L. Starks, on Switchback Heights, Mountain Side Lodge, No. 192, I. B. L. O. E. of W., gave a reception and dance at Waiters' Social Hall February 22. The hall was decorated with bunting and the national colors. Music was furnished by Godwin orchestra, Miss Lena Townshend, R. N. lectured to the class in nursing at Smith Chapel, Tuesday night, February 20. Interest in these lectures seems to be increasing. Richard De Baptist left last week for Chicago, to visit his sister, Mrs. R. Ashburne, who is very ill Thomas H. Bryan of Boston, Mass., is here for the spring season. Also T. H. Gay from Norfolk. The following named persons have come to Hot Springs since last letter: Henry N. Lewis, Washington, D. C.; S J. Welch, M. W. Willis, Miss Luvenia Early, Miss Mary Hawkins, Mrs. A. L. Fraser and son, Mrs. John Black, R H. Jenkins, T. M. Jenkins, B. Z. Jenkins, S. S. Smith, J. H. McFadden, T. O. Nelson, G. W. Thompson and Mrs. G. W. Thompson, all of Fincastle, Va.; C. H. Jones and A. L. Wilson, Lynchburg, Va.; Miss Edna Lyons, Newark, W. J. W. B. Johnson, Washington, D. C.; R. A. Jones, Thoroughfare, Va. TUGALOO, MISS. Tugaloo, Miss.—Much interest was manifested by students and fronds in the musical concert given at Tugaloo College Friday evening, February 23. HOME HERE 2ND ST. CENTRALLY LOCATED NEW VAGANGES AT PRESENT. ASK JANITOR MAKE YOUR HOME FIRST CLASS FLATS W. 52ND ST. RENT $22 to $26 - A FEW VAGANGES AT Nos 325 to 331 W. 52ND A F E Ask MAKE YOUR HOME HERE FIRST CLASS FLATS W. 52ND ST. CENTRALLY LOCATED RENT $22 to $26 - A NEW VAGANGES AT PRESENT. Nos 325 to 331 W.52ND AVE. ASK JANITOR Cheapest Rent in Harlem Open for inspection, the finest new fireproof apartment; handsomely decorated throughout; elegant entrance; 2, 3, large, light, airy rooms; all improvements; ranges, hot water supply, tiled baths and open plumbing. Rent $9 to $16. See OWNER or JANITOR, 214-16 East 127th Street, no Third Avenue. ator Morgan of Union County, Assem- lyman Charles A. Wolverton of Cam- den and Senator John B. Kates. Mr. and Mrs. A. W Clapham assisted in the preparation and serving of the luncheon. The bazaar was postponed until Saturday evening, March 3. The visitors to the school last week were Mrs. Lulu Spentz of Orange, Mrs. Sadie Ross' of Philadelphia and Mrs. Bullock, secretary of the Montclair Y. M. C. A. BAYONNE. N. I Bayonne, N. J.-Mrs. Sylvia Thornton, wife of Rev. J. T. Thornton, 85 West 44th street is seriously ill. The following have been ill, but are gradually improving: Mrs. John Randolph, 23 Court place; Mrs. Mary Grummehl, 80 West 44th street; Mrs. A. S. Williams, 535 Boulevard; Mrs. Mitchell, 560 Avenue C; Edward Johnson, Jr., 78 West 44th street. Rev. J. M. Branch, pastor St. Peters A. M. E. Zion Church, preached Sunday morning, February 25 from Ex. 34:39. His pulpit was occupied in the afternoon and evening by the Rev. Mrs. Taylor of Jersey City. A scholarly and instructive address was made by Dr Lyth Cobb at the Lincoln-Douglas celebration at St. Peters A. M. E. Zion Church on February 22 Mrs. Connell, Mrs. N. Wigfall and Mrs. Kennegman visited Mrs. Quocko at her residence in Newark, N. J. on Monday, February 26. Mrs. Quocko is Mrs Wigfall's daughter. Mrs. J. McGhee, 518 Boulevard who has seriously ill, is much improved. PATERSON N J Paterson, N. J — The program of the Calvary Baptist Lycum, February 25, was under the Judah Girls of the Incorp, A. A. Recitation, Miss L. M. Thorpes; solo, Miss D Rochelle, recollection, Miss Jessie Miller, solo, Miss L. Thorpes. The program will be under the auspices of the President on March 4, 1917. Dr. Clark of Newark, N. J., principal speaker, Installation of officers of board of trustees, March 28 at Calvary Baptist Church. Canaan Baptist Church 11th avenue and East 22nd street. The Lyceum of the Calvary Baptist Church rendered a splendid program at the B. Y. P. U. of the Canaan Baptist Church last Sunday evening. The pastor, the Rev. Ralph L. Miller being absent, Rev. Goode preached in the morning and Rev. D. McCadney preached at night. The pastor has the church lined up for a rally for Sunday, March 11 and has adopted the "Every-Member Canvas" plan. Preaching Sunday all day by pastor. STAUNTON, VA. STAUNTON, Va.—Miss Marie White of White Sulphur spent a few days in our city. Mrs. Barrett of Peaks, Va., lectured to the ladies of the city Friday night at Augusta Street Church. Thos. Wood spent Sunday in Chattanooga visiting his sister, who is in the hospital: She is improving. M. A Wood of Hotchkiss, Va., passed through our city DIRECTORS: HOT SPRINGS, VA TUGALOO MISS The program was rendered by pupils of the piano department, assisted by pupils of the vocal department. Those taking part were Ola Snowden, Esther Coleman, Lovinia Miller, Daisy Armstrong, Henry Weathers, Olivia Jones, Lucille Nelson, Alice Lemons, Addie Colter, Maud Jones, Odille Stone, Mamie Cox, Victoria Johnson, Trifly Thomas, Marie. Spencer, Marcellite Targart, George Sanders, Dorothy Sims, Pauline Murphy BALTIMORE, MD BALMORE, Md.—The Rev Dr W. M. Alexander, corresponding secretary of the Lott Carey Baptist convention, has recovered from severe injuries received in a fall from a street car several weeks ago, and was able to occupy his pulpit at Sharon Baptist church Sunday. He recently celebrated his thirty-second anniversary as founder and pastor of the church. The funeral of the Rev. Moses A. Kyle was held at Enon Baptist church Monday afternoon. The Rev. W. J. Winston delivered the funeral oration. The Frederick Douglass Society has been formed here, and a meeting will be held on March 13 to perfect an organization. The society has for its object the perpetuation of the memory of the anti-slavery orator the Colored Business Men's Exchange will give a banquet at Bethel Hall Wednesday night. A large congregation was at Sharon-Street Memorial church Sunday might to hear Mendelssohn's oratorio. St. Paul, rendered by the choir of Metropolitan A. M. E. church Washington. A two-night barra at Moreau College named a snug sum! Attorney St. T. McQuinn delivered an address before the pupils of the Colored High School last Friday, outlining the work done by the Brotherhood of Liberty nearly thirty years ago. A meeting was held at the home of James W. Hughes last Friday to consider plans for raising the $10,000 due from the colored people toward the $100,000 building for the Y M C A. RALEIGH N C Raleigh, N. C.—A marriage took place in St. Ambrose P. B. Church last Wednesday evening at the close of the evening service when the roctor, Rev. Jas K. Satterwhite united in wedlock Wm. N. Evans and Miss Daisy Bird-sell. Mr and Mrs. T. L. McCoy entertained at tea last Wednesday evening. Miss Addie Graham and Miss Rachel McCanley, teachers in the city public schools. Mrs. Adelline Lane, widow of the late Geo. Lane, died at her home on Davie street, and was buried from the Davie street Preyebierland Church at 3 o'clock. Rev. L. K. Fairley officiating. Mrs. Minnie Stewart of New York City, daughter of the late Sylvester Dnston, will return to New York City this week. Henry Hunter, South Swain street. FOR SALE. Lot 25 x 100 on Clay street, bet. 1st and Railroad avenue, Hackensack, N. J. Apply E. T., 381 Van Buren street, Brooklyn. 5-6 room apartments; $16, $17, $19. $22, $23; all improvements. L. R. TRICE, Agent. 1602 Dean Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. BARRON'S ASTORIA GAFE INCORPORATED 2275 7th Ave., Cor. 134th St. TELEPHONE MORNINGSIDE 30 TELEPHONE MORNINGBIDE 6063 MEET ME AT THE ELK CAFE 2281 7th AVE., Coral, 1343 Street Where you can get what you ask for. Case goods opened on request. Mixed drinks a specialty. GARDEN LUTCHINBON, Prop. Nov. 30-3 mo. THE LAWS HOUSE PITONE CHELSEA Handsonly furnished rooms. First-class accommodation for permanent or transient guests. MRS. L. D. LAWS, Prop. 245 W. 20th Street. Bet. 7th & 8th Aves. Dropped dead leaving a widow, Mrs Alice Hunter and daughter, Miss Alice Hunter, both of whom were in bed too ill to attend his funeral. Less than one week after his funeral, his widowed and the daughter died the next day. Their funeral took place in the First Baptist Church last Sunday at 3 o'clock p.m., conducted by their pastor, Rev. C. E. Askew. Rev. R. H. W. Leake was, conflined to his bed several days last week but is convalescing. Rev. S. N. Voss, travelling representative of the American Baptist Publication Society, has returned to the city after spending several weeks in Florida, Alabama and Georgia in the interest of his organization. Mrs. S. N. Voss is in Fredericksburg, Va., with her son-in-law and daughter, Dr. and Mrs. U. F. Bass, who are rejoicing over the advent of another sweet little baby girl in their home. Geo. Manley, porter in the Wake County Savings-Bank is considering seriously whether he should give up his fondness to remain a charter member of the Bachelor's Club, or tender his resignation forthwith and become a beneficent. Ed. Tate, A. D Stroud and E. S. Haywood active laymen of the First Congregational Church, spent a part of last Sunday afternoon calling on the sick and administering charity. G. W. Purda, second chef at the Yurthough Hotel, is at his work after an illness of ten days. Rev W. S. Matthews master of Manley Street Church is confined to bed with an attack of rheumatism LOS ANGELES CALIF Los Angeles, Calif.-Sunday, February 18, Zion's pastor preached at 11 a.m from the text "Will a Man Rob God!" Rev J H Miller was the speaker at the evening service from the words of David "I cannot go with these." The revival services under the auspices of the Methodist Ministers Alliance were brought to a temporary close Sunday afternoon at the Second A. M. E. church Rev. B. C. Robeson preached from Revelation 7.0 "Taking a Census of Heaven" One conversion resulted. The All-American League held an efflammation at Exposition park on Thursday. Everything of interest pertaining to the Negro was in evidence. The members and friends of Wesley M. E. church tendered their new pastor, Dr A. P. Shaw, a reception Monday evening. The Missouri-Kansas Club was entertained Tuesday evening by the Misses Bertha Miller and Esther Osborn. Rev B. C. Robeson was the guest of Rev and Mrs. H. P. Price at dinner Thursday evening. Mrs. D Shaw of Walla Walla, Washington, who has been very sick, is on the way to recovery. A cottage musical will be given at the home of Mrs. Beverley Fields Friday evening for the benefit of the A. M. F. Zion church. The Age is marching on with rapid strides. Do you want to make progress? Then keep your hands on the pulse of the race by reading the greatest race paper published. The Virginian States Club entertained Dr. A. C. Powell of New York, pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist church. A committee was appointed to arrange for a reception. Dr Powell accepted and on Tuesday, February 20 the club entertained at the home of Mrs. Kenney, 972 Austin street. At 8.30 p.m a large number of the members assembled and at 9 p.m. Dr. Powell arrived, accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Lacey and Mrs. Barr. After a brief introduction to the guest a short program was carried out. A welcome address was delivered by the vice-president, A. D. Lacey; response by Dr. Powell. Dr Powell's visit to the West has meant much to the Baptist of Los Angeles. He will be entertained with a stag dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Lacey, 1315 North 35th street on Thursday, March 1. CHOICE WINES LIQUORS AND CIGARS WHEN OUT FOR A PLEASANT EVENING, STOP IN WM. BANK'S CAFE FORMERLY DOWN TOWN NOW AT 23 WEST 133rd ST. PHONE 6979 HARLEM CAFE' R'S CAFE E, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. CAFE ON THE PLAZA William Miller (Uncle Billy) Hotel, Richmond, Va. t and Drink Phone 1196 Astoria CAFE' WHEN OUT FOR A NICE EVENING STOP AT WILLIS NEW CENTRAL CAFE AND RESTAURANT 116 W. 53RD ST. opposite Marshall's old place Everything good to eat and drink served here. Cafeter in dining room every evening. Large Hall for Banquets, Rehearsals and Meetings. Apply to Willis Mendis. Prop. Telephone Circle 3244. Telephone 6575 Harlem Morris' Cafe Edmund Johnson, Mgr. 2161 5th Ave. New York N. E. Cor.' 11-16-3mo PERCY BROWN'S CAFE S. W. COR. LENOX AVE. AND 139th ST. 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