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The New York Age IS CLEAN. ONCE IT REPOSSES A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY IT IS ALWAYS LOCKED FOR AND WELCOMED. The New York Age IS RELIABLE. WHEN YOU SEE IT IN "THE AGE" YOU CAN DEFEND UPON IT. NEWS THAT IS INFORMING. Raw Recruits of the Fifteenth Learn Quickly at Peekskill; Complimented on Deportment (Special to The New York Age) Peekskill, N. Y.—Members used to the simple life. At me at 4:45 every morning and go to observed in Harlem are very my knows. Some of the men experi the hay" at 9:30 in the evening, however, getting up with the chick to their liking. Peckskill, N. Y.—Member, the Fifteenth Regiment are getting used to the simple life. At first it was no easy matter to get up at 4:45 every morning and go to bed at 9:30 at night, for the hours observed in Harlem are very much different, as most every one knows. Some of the men experienced but little difficulty "hitting the hay" at 9:30 in the evening after a day of strenuous activity; however, getting up with the chickens in the morning was not much to their liking. One week's stay on the State's rifle range was done the raw recruits great good and wrought a wonderful change in them. For the first time in their lives many are learning what rigid discipline means, but as their new way of living is proving decidedly beneficial one soldier hears a word of protest. This week, the regiment is being schooled in target practice, and the order of the day follows: Reveil—First call, 4:45 a. m.; march, 4:55 a. m.; revellie and assembly, 5:00 a. m. (10 minutes calisthenics); mess call, 5:15 a. m.; sick call, 5:45 a. m.; stable call, 5:45 a. m.; fatigue call, 5:50 a. m. Drill—First call, 6:10 a. m.; assembly, 9:15 a. m.; recall from drill, 7:10 a. m.; first call for range, 7:30 a. m.; assembly for range, 7:30 a. m.; recall from range, 11:40 a. m.; mess call, 12 noon; first call for range, 1 p. m.; assembly, 110 p. m. Lieut., W. R. Sattler, Jr. Company B—Capt., Chas. W. Filmore; 1st Lieut., Chas. E. Toney; 2nd Lieut., George C. Lacey. Company C—Capt., V. H. Parks; 1st Lieut., Edward V. Burke. Company D—Capt., R. F. Furgeson; 1st Lieut., E. R. D. Fox; 2nd Lieut., H. W. Whitney. Company E—Capt., Frederick W. Cobb; 1st Lieut., Eric S. Winston; 2nd Lieut., Durant Rice Company F—Capt., Arthur W. Little; 1st Lieut., Harold N. Landon; 2nd Lieut., R. E. Whittlesey Company G—Capt., James Dugal White; 1st Lieut., Chas. F. Frothingham; 2nd Lieut., Richardson Pratt, Company H—Capt. 1st Lieut., S. B McClinton; 2nd Lieut., W. O. Waters; Company I—Capt., N. B. Marshall; 1st Lieut., E. Y. Siedle; 2nd Lieut., Geo. S. Delafield. Company K—Capt., Hamilton Fish; 1st Lieut., James Reece Europe; 2nd Lieut., Jos. W. Burden. Company I—Capt., L. B. Chandler; 1st Guard Mount—First call, 4:30 p. m.; assembly, 4:35 p. m.; adjutant's call, 4:40 p. m. recall from range, 4:45 p. m. Evening Parade—First call, 5:20 p. m.; assembly, 5:30 p. m.; mess call, 6:15 p. m.; officer's school, 8 p. m.; tattoo, 8:30 p. m.; call to quarters, 9:15 p. m.; taps, 9:30 p. m. Complimented on Department. The members of the Fifteenth are making a fine record here for deportment. They have been complimented by the Mayor of Peekskill, who has informed Col Hayward that the colored soldiers have given the local authorities less trouble than any of the State regiments that have camped at the State rule range. To date not-one complaint of misconduct has been registered by the authorities of Peekskill. The regiment will probably conclude its stay here this week, although there are rumors in circulation that a request has been made to allow it to remain in camp one more week because of the great benefits the men have derived during the short time they have been in training. The latest poster of officers follows: Prominent Society Wom Servin THE WORLD'S MOST FAMOUS WARS Colonil, William Hayward; Lt. Col. Dennard Spencer; Major 1st Battalion, Edward W. Dayton; Major 2nd Battalion, Monson Morris; Major 3rd Battalion, W. Lei; Minor Pickering; Chapan, William Menty Brooks; Regimental Adjutant, John H. Clark, Jr.; 1st Battalion Adjutant, Lewis Edward Max. 2nd Battalion Adjutant, White Newman, 3rd Battalion Adjutant, Parker K. Bo. Allen; Supply Company Adnan, George F. Hinton; Supply Company 2nd Lieut. H. J. Slingo; Mature Gin Company, 2nd Lieut. A. T. Company A.-Capt. V. W. Tan- ney-Lett. Samuel Shether; 2nd Clef Club If the Fifteenth Regiment are getest it was no easy matter to get uped at 9:30 at night, for the hours much different, as most every one enced but little difficulty "hitting after a day of strenuous activity; xens in the morning was not much Lieut. W. R. Sattler, Jr. Company B—Capt, Chas. W. W. Filmore; 1st Lieut. Chas. E. Toney; 2nd Lieut. George C. Lacey. Company C—Capt. V. H. Parks; 1st Lieut. Edward V. Burke. Company D—Capt. R. F. Furgeson; 1st Lieut. E. R. D. Fox; 2nd Lieut. H. W. Whitney. Company E—Capt. Fredrick W. Cobb; 1st Lieut. Eric S. Winston; 2nd Lieut. Durant Rice Company F—Capt. Arthur W. Little; 1st Lieut. Harold N. Landon; 2nd Lieut. R. E. Whittlesey Company G—Capt. James Dugal White; 1st Lieut. Chas. F. Frothingham; 2nd Lieut. Richardson Pratt. Company H—Capt. 1st Lieut. S. B McClennion; 2nd Lieut. W. O. Waters. Company I—Capt. N. B. Marshall; 1st Lieut. E. Y. Siedle; 2nd Lieut. Gco. S. Delafield. Company K—Capt. Hamilton Fish; 1st Lieut. James Reese Europe; 2nd Lieut. Jos. W. Burden. Company I—Capt. L. B. Chandler; 1st Lieut. J. O. Outwater. Company M—Capt. David O. L'Esperance, Jr.; 1st Lieut. J. W. Castles, Jr. Sanitary Detachment—Major E. L. Whitimore, 1st Lieut. G. W. McSweeney, 1st Lieut. R. B. Harding; 1st Lieut. Carl C. Harvey. Big Day at Camp Sunday. Sunday was a big day here. The weather was ideal and the wives, sweet-hearts and friends took advantage of agreeable weather conditions and visited the camp. Some came by train, while there were many automobiles in evidence. For the first time since leaving home the soldiers gorged themselves on delicacies, such as spring chicken, cake and pie, brought by interested ones L. Col. Spencer helped things along in this direction by giving each member of the regiment a box of candy. Among the visitors were 15 Sergeants M. McCann, Stable Sergeant - Robert Jordan, Corporal Haywood Moore and Privates C. H Caulder, G. W Singleton, George West and Walter Ray, members of the colored detachment of cavalry assigned at West Point by the War Department to teach the cadets an Belonging to National Leag g Col. Hayward with Cup of how to ride 'The Rev. Henry Singleton, who was seigneant of Company G. Thirty-fifth Regiment, from 1863 to 1869, also paid the men a visit and spoke highly of them. Chaplain W. H. Brooks preached to the members of the regiment Sunday morning, using as his theme, "As a man thinketh so is he." His talk made such an impression on some of his h areas that they were moved to tears. The soldiers were told that they should shun three things in life—bad women, unclean thoughts and gambling. They were also advised to be clean-mouthed, and he asked the white people to speak Manhattan Casino 155th St. and 8th Ave. June 8th, 1917 THE MISSING MAN WAS A MEN WITH A BOW AND A HAT WAS SEEN BY A WOMAN WITH A BOW AND A HAT WAS SEEN BY A WOMAN WITH A BOW AND A HAT Chaplain W. H. BROOKS Who Has the Rank of Captain. respectfully of the enlisted men and not refer to them or call them "niggers Sunday evening Chaplain spoke the leading churches of Peckskill the newly organized regimental band, ue of Womcu's Service, Coffee. under. Lieut. Europe. now numbers nearly thirty musicians. Half of them have been brought from Porto Rico and are adent on reel instruments. The band will soon be enlarged to 65. The members of the band are enlisted for three years. PARKS RESIGNS AS CAPT. OF FIFTEENTH PRESENT N.Y. CAP. V. H. Parks of Company C. Fifteenth in gentent, has tendered his resignation, which has been accepted, Capt. Parks resigned Sunday and is said to have taken exceptions to an order issued that commissioned officers should not leave camp unless granted permission. NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS—OWING TO DECORATION DAY FALLING ON WEDNESDAY, ALL MATTER MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE FOR WEEK OF MAY 31 NOT LATER THAN MONDAY, MAY 28. THE WORKERS DOCUMENTS Members of Faculty of Voorhees Normal and Industrial School. THUR$DAY, MAY 24, 1917. Members of TRAINING CAMP TO BE AT FORT DES MOINES TRAINING CAMP TO BE AT FORT DES MOINES (Special to The New York Age) WASHINGTON, D. C. The War Department has announced that a training camp for colored officers will be established at Fort Des Moines, IA, where 1,200 candidates for commissions in colored regiments of the new army will be trained. A draft of 250 men will be taken from the colored regiments of the regular army, selected from the noncommissioned officers and privates who have shown qualifications fitting them for command, and assigned to the new camp. The remainder will come from colored regiments of the National Guard and from graduates of the various institutions for colored men. The new colored candidates for commissions now at the regular officers' camp, will be sent to Fort Des Moines Stations for examinations, will be conveniently located VOORHEES NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL DENMARK S.C.-The commencement exercises of the Voyeurs Normal and Industrial School, held May 16 with two thousand persons on the campus, marked the completion of twenty years in the existence of the institution Founded by Elizabeth E Wright in 1807, its success may be gauged by the following facts: The property of the school consists of sixteen buildings, large and small, the four hundred acres of land, and stock of various kinds. The valuation of this property, including the Endowment (continued on page seven) MAKE DONATIONS TO FIFTEENTH THROUGH AGE The following donations have been received through THE AGE for the use of the members of the Fifteenth Regiment. F. K. James & Co., tooth powder: Dr Wm J. Schieffelin, tooth powder: Howard O. Bullard, lead pencils: Bulkley, Dunton & Co., writing paper: Peckman Paper & Card Co., envelopes: Harlem Paper & Paper Co., envelopes and writing paper: Phoenix Card & Paper Co., writing pads and envelopes: Counselor Rufus L. Perry, 50 packages cigarettes The articles received by THE AGE have been turned over to the Women's Auxiliary for distribution among the soldiers WRITES BEST ARTICLE: 5.782 TRY TO WIN PRIZE (SPECIAL TO THE NEW YORK AGE) SAMETTA STRINGS, N. Y.—Z. Marshall Cochrane, a Negro residing here, has been awarded a prize of $25 by Cochrane, a Chicago weekly devoted to sports and finance. Mr. Cochrane was winner out of 6782 contestants. Mr. Cochrane submitted his article to the publication March 21. On March 31 it was announced that the judges had named him among the five best writers in the contest and that the prize of $25 would be divided among them. As it was later learned by the magazine people that the Federal Government would not permit such a division the readers of the publication were asked to read the five articles and decided by vote who was to be awarded the prize. The magazine has annuated that Marshall Cochrane received the large number of votes and that in 672 writers his literary contribution was MANY MADE HOMELESS BY BIG ATLANTA FIRE (Special to The New York Ack) ATLANTA, Ga.—Hundreds of Negroes have been rendered homeless by Monday's destructive conflagration. The fire started in Decatire street, in a Negro section, and before the firemen were able to master the situation the flames had made a path twenty-two blocks long. The Neil Cross Civilian Committee has established two relief depots and both races are being served at these stations. Negroes are also being housed and cared for at the Odd Fellows building and in other buildings owned by the race. It is reported that six colored children have been burned to death in a house on Fort street and that many are injured. The fire started in the old warehouse of the Skimmer Transfer and Storage Company, near Decatire and Fort sts. it was not long before the frame buildings occupied by Negroes were in flames. PATRIOTIC EXERCISES AT BORDENTOWN SCHOOL BORN NOWN. N. J—Graduation ex- ercises on the Bordentown Industrial School will be held Monday, May 28 Begins at 1 p.m. in the shops of the school will be running and one open for respection. All graduates are asked to meet in Rooh No. 2. Administration Buddies will form an Alumni Associ- ation. Mails will be served at the offices will be sold duri- ture from 1:30 p.m to 2:45 SAW LYNCHING; TORE UP FLAG Now John Burlingame, Colored Chauffeur, Will Be Prosecuted for Lack of Patriotism. TENNESSEE DISGRACES ITSELF Mob Cuts Off EM Pearson's Head and Then Burns Him to the Stake—Lynching Witnessed by Nearly Six Thousand Persons—Officers of the Law Gave Him Little Protection. Memphis, Tenn.—After a mob had burned at the stake Eli Pearson, accused of criminal assault, John Burlingame, a colored chauffeur, seized an American flag from an automobile he was driving and cried to several Negroes who had witnessed this act of barbarism: "Come on boys! We are through! Let's join the Germans!" Then he tore up the flag. He was seized by a dozen men who started to lynch him for manifesting lack of patriotism. Officers, who claimed to be unable to protect Pearson from the mob took Burlingame in custody and turned him over to the Federal authorities. He will be prosecuted. The lynching of Elia Pearson occurred near Memphis and was witnessed by thousands. Before he was burned his head was cut off. Five thousand armed men were in the mob. In addition hundreds of persons from Memphis who heard that Pearson was in the mob's hands rushed to the scene. Their automobiles were formed in a large circle and Pearson was burned in the centre of it. Pearson was taken from Deputies at Potts-Camp Monday night, Seventy-five men surrounded the train on which he was being taken to Memphis for trial and forced the officers to give him up, which they did without protest. Before Pearson was tied to the tree he was mutilated and tortured. Some in the mob proposed shooting him before setting fire to his body. INVENTOR OF SARATOGA CHIPS PASSES AWAY INVENTOR OF SARATOGA CHIPS PASSES AWAY (Special to THE NEW York Age.) SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y.—M. Catherine A. Wickes, who won fame by originating Saratoga chips, is dead. She passed away May 18 after a brief illness. Mrs. Wickes, is said to have been the first to cook Saratoga chips, which were introduced at Moon's Clubhouse at Saratoga Lake many years ago. The place became widely known for its Saratoga chips. Mrs. Wickes was born in Ballston Spa, N. Y., in December, 1814, and early in life came to Saratoga Springs to reside, where she became famous as a cook and inventor of the popular dish. The deceased is survived by two daughters: Mrs. Caroline Stewart and Mrs. Jenine Gold; five sons, William, Edward Albert and Richard Adkins, and Frederick Wickes, besides many grandchildren and great-grand children. The funeral was held on Sunday at the A. M. E. Zion Church Interment. was in Greenridge Cemetery. The pall bearers were James Jackson, Isaac Copper, Robert Marshall, James White, Dudley Nelson, Jr., and Aubrey Giddes. The Rev. E. U. A. Brooks officiated. DOUGLASS HOSPITAL GETS $24,000 IF DR. MOSSELL GOES (Special to THE NEW YORK ACE) HARRISBURG, Pa. - The Pennsylvania Legislature has appropriated $24,000 for the maintenance of the Douglass Memorial Hospital, an increase of $4,000, provided Dr. N. F. 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McEntire, a prominent Catholic, who in telling of the orders and societies of men and women working among Negroes in the United States, has written the following in Tidings: "Among the organizations in the church working among the Negroes in the United States, is St. Joseph's Society of the Sacred Heart, popularly known as the Josephites 'This society is a congregation of secular priests, established to propagate the gospel among the Negro and other unevangelized races. Its mother-house is at St. Joseph's Seminary, Baltimore, and the Epiphany Apostolic College, belonging to the society is also located in that city. The present Superior of the Josephites is the Very Rev. Justin McCarthy S. S. J., a graduate of both the college and seminary. There are at present about sixty priests of the society doing action missions work among the Negroes in this country. 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These and other Negro priests have proved by their pure and devoted lives that vocations are to be found among the Negroes of our country. "The church knows no color-line in the House of God, and any man who tries to lay one down is not a true Catholic WOMAN'S AUXILIARY MOBILIZED FOR SERVICE The greatest and most ambitious efforts to mobilize colored women of Greater New York for National service in the Nation's crisis is represented by the Women's Auxiliary, 15th Regiment N, Y Infantry, N, G. of Greater New York. The women of the auxiliary are very busy making comfort bags for the soldiers, and getting together articles for their use. At headquarters, 2217 7th avenue, the officer in charge has been, and will be kept busy receiving contributions of magazines, papers, tracts, and articles for the comfort bags. The meeting held May 17 at Salem M. E. Church 104 West 133d street, was marked by simplicity and a splendid spirit of patriotism. Every woman was to do her part. At this meeting the Women's Auxiliary closed its membership. It intends to continue its work at auring the women of Greater New York to the necessity of loyalty and service to the nation. The Women's Auxiliary recognizes two branches. The Brooklyn Branch, Mrs H T. Mars; chairman; the New Rochelle Branch, Mrs Isaac Smith, chairman. These branches are to form no new committees without the consent of the Auxiliary and are to work along the same already undertaken by the auxiliary. Persons deserving of contributing articles, however small for the comfort bags, mentioned in last week's issu may send the same to headquarters, 2127 7th avenue, New York City. Contributions of money can be made payable to the Women's Auxiliary, 15th Regimen. The Auxiliary will gracefully acknowledge contributions. The Auxiliary will be held the evening, May 24th at 8 o'clock at Bethel A, M E, Church, 132d Street near Nearxon avenue. The Women's Auxiliary 15th Regiment N. Y. Infantry, N. G., has been registered a "volunteer body" co-operating with the National League for Women's service and has received an expression of appreciation from Doris Bigelow, chairman Co-operating Organizations. New York City Committee. The officers are Susan Elizabeth Frazier, president; Helen Fillmore, recording secretary; Rose E. Harper, corresponding secretary. COMMITTEE PROTEST TO NEW ORLEANS MAYOR (Special to The New York Am.) NEW ORLEANS, La — A committee from the New Orleans Branch of the N. A. $1.75 Which is guaranteed to grow hair or money refunded. These preparations are manufactured only by the Mme. C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company. 840 N. West Street, Indianapolis, Ind., and the Lella College, 108-110 West 136th Street, New York City. All orders pay the cash. Make all money orders payable to Madam C. J. Walker, Indianapolis address. C. P. cafeld on Mayor Martin Behrman May 22d and protested strongly against compelling colored women to ride in the city wagons and sweep public markets, stating that this practice was both humilating and degrading to the average colored citizen. The committee comprised Rev H. H. Dunn, H. Geo. Davenport, F. M. Dunn, and L. B. Vugne, chairman Sunday, May 13, was observed as Mothers' Day. The leading colored churches took active part in making the day a success. Thousands of car- biders were worn by men and women. There were church churches and so- cites feel the effect of the great exodus of the Negroes from the south. A F Walker, the Missionary worker, has been visiting the State prison and doing great work for the race. Copies of THE AGE can be had at 2023 Dryardes street After an illness of a few months occurred the death of Mrs Emma Stephenson. 1215 Constance street, mother of John Richard, baptist held at the First Emmanuel Baptist Church on Tuesday, May 15 The Rev John Richards, pastor, officiating. PULLMAN PORTERS ELECT OFFICERS AT JERSEY CITY Speech to the New York 126 JERSEY CITY, J. J.—At a meeting of the Punishan Palace Car Porters and Railway Employee Beneficial Association held on Thursday evening, May 17, the following officers were duly elected for the ensuing year. J. T. Brown, president; Forrest Hayes, 1st vice-president; Henry Forrest, 2nd vice-president; L. Williams, financial secretary; J. B. Avery, assistant financial secretary; J. T Everett, treasurer; Thomas H. Williams, recording secretary; Henry Martin, assistant recording secretary; John A Scott, chaplain; L. E. Mabrey, serge-at-arms; John A Allen, chairman Board of Directors; J. T Brown, Forrest Hayes, L. Williams, J. T Everett, Goo W. Person T. A. Spraggins, Fred N. Carter, and E. C. Snead, directors The resolution introduced by Harry North, reading as follows "Resolved, that during the present crisis of the country any member of this association who may be called to the colors, shall be exempt from all dues, and taxes during such service" was unanimously adopted. PORTO RICAN REGIMENT SAILS FOR PANAMA Special to the Times NO. 11 ABOVE. Along the principal streets of San Juan is bung Old Glory, under which the Porto Rican Regiment of Infantry, less one battalion, marched from Infantry Barracks, Monday, May 14, for duty outside of its homeland for the first time since its organization in 1898. The Transport Buford arrived to take the boys to Panama and it is still full of troops. The battalion after the troops in Panama which this regiment relieves have been taken to their new station. The Mayor wired invitations to other mayors to be present in the city to help give the boys a royal send-off. The newspapers gave space to several personal letters written by individuals of the regiment to friends and relatives in their home town. On the evening of the 9th, High Mass was said at the great cathedral for the regiment, and thon-and-ons of people attended. Many other marks of appreciation for the boys were noticed. A dinner was given the band on the 4th by one citizen. The two companies stationed at Cayey arrived in San Juan in automobiles and trucks, and they were amply supplied with tobacco, etc. given by friends. A regiment was sent to Cayey on Friday and the boys received with great hand clapping. The newspapers reproduced the speech by Lans Rivera Munoz before the United States Senate urging an increase from two battalions to a full regiment. The regiment needled men so that each company will have one hundred and fifty and recruiting is actively going on. Leont Col Oval P Townsend who has been in command at Cayey will be in command here when Col Burnham goes. With hundreds of pretty women crowded about showing the boys with flowers and kisses certainly no regiment has ever left its home station after 18 years' stay with bigger hearts. SECOND CENTENNIAL OF MASONRY CELEBRATED PHILADELPHIA, Pa — The thirty-sixth and twelfth triennial session of the United Supreme Council for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States convened in this city May 14. The sessions continued two days. On Tuesday, May 15, the triennial election of officers was held. In the evening DeMolay Consistory No 1 of Philadelphia tendered a banquet to the visitors. The present session of the Supreme Council was the most largely attended of any held. The Scottish Rite work among colored people is growing rapidly and especially so during the past year. The membership in the entire jurisdiction has increased both in numbers of members and new consistorys formed Howard A. Gould was chairman of the local committee of arrangements On Monday evening, the Grand Lodge of this State, the subordinate lodges, Knights Templar and Consistory led by Cornucopia Masone Band, paraded to Bethel A M. E. Church, where services were held in commemoration of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of England, who founded freemasonry in England 200 years ago TO REDUCE HIGH COST OF HEMPSTEAD, Tex. -- R. T. Chatham, known throughout Texas as the "watermelon king," says he is going to, reduce the high cost of living with his famous "boneless ham" Waller County melon, which will be ready for shipment to Houston and other points by June 16. Mr. Chatham is an expert soil analyst. He has five hundred acres of watermelon under cultivation near Sealy, Tex. his two sons having charge. They plant this season 540 barrels of radishes, 100 barrels of radishes which netted them 54.20 per barrel. They have 35 acres in sapphire acres with the aid of a fine rain now falling, the outlook points to 150 bushels to the acre,which, as in former years; will net 90 cents per bushel. The "watermelon king" and his sons have 800 acres, including all crops, in cultivation. They are planting cowpeas all over the 500-acre melon patch, and with the assistance of watermelons, will be able to fatten 200 or 300 head of hogs for the Houston and Fort Worth markets. SHAW AWARDS PRIZE FOR ALMA MATER SONG Special to THE NEW YORK ACADEMY RALLEY, N. C.-The Shaw Alumni Association has awarded a gold prize kose, Kose longbass *Graceful wife of Prince Charles* of Calshursey, N. C. for the best alma mater son written by any graduate or former student. There were many competitors HEBBONS MADE OFFICER OF ENDEAVOR SOCIETIES Ernest G Hebbons, publicity chairman of the Allen Christian Endeavor League of Bethel A. M. E. Church, has been unanimously elected secretary of the Washington Heights District of the New York City Christian Endeavor League of Washington Heights, white and colored, on Washington Heights and in Harlem. This is the first nine a Negro has been made an officer of the district. 70TH ANNIVERSARY OF CRUCIFIXION CHURCH (Special to Tux New York Age) PHILIPPELPHIA, Pa.—Sunday was the 70th anniversary of the founding of The Church of the Crucifixion, 8th and Bainbridge streets. The Rev. Henry L. Phillips, archdeacon of all of the colored work in the Diocese of Pennsylvania, and who was rector of the quinary, was the 70th anniversary sermon. Bishop Rhinelander administered the rite of confirmation The Rev. J. Da Costa Harewood, rector of the Church of St Michaels and All Angels, assisted JOHNNIE JONES AND PRESIDENT TO THE NEW OAK ISLE PAMELA PHILLIP, Park Lane, Johnnie Jones, Johnnie, ten was, the only one of his race to receive recognition from Marshal Joffre on his visit to this city. Johnnie went out to Farmar Park to get a good view of the Marshal. The humourise, in which the Marshal was riding stopped under a tree to get a better view, Johnnie climbed the tree. This limb upon which he was resting broke, but being as agile as a monkey, he pushed back and sailed himself from falling. Joffre seeing that he was safe, smiled and spoke to him in French. Despite the fact that Johnnie came near breaking his neck, he was very much tickled. NURSES RECEIVE DIPLOMAS AT HAMPTON (School) New York, NY HAMPTON, Va.—The following young women recently received diplomas from the Hampton Training School for Nurses and Dixie Hospital: Miss Emma L. Ford, president, Sumter, S. C.; Miss Mary V. Riddick, vice-president, Norfolk, Va.; Miss Nellie M. Raoul, secretary, Pensacola, Fla.; Miss Pearl E. Gardner, treasurer, Tallahassee, Fla.; Miss Ulyssess Gilbert, Rockford, Ill.; Miss Mellon R. Wright, Norfolk, Va.; Miss Helen G. Webb, Havey, Norfolk, Va.; Miss Larry Luney, Purdue field, W. Va.; Miss Alice E. Dawson, Williamsburg, Va.; Miss Mamie L. Dickens, Newport News, Va. Addresses were delivered by Frank W. Darling, president of the board of directors, Dr H. H. Frissell, principal at Hampton Institute, Dr Harry D. Howe, dean of the medical faculty PLEA FOR HIGH SCHOOLS MADE IN NEW ORLEANS (School in Tax New York) New Orleans, La. Although many other things are being done to persuade the Negro that he should remain here in the South, it seems that it is one of the hardest things in the world for the New Orleans public school authorities to find means with which to accommodate the colored citizens with even one high school and a night school, for which they have repeatedly petitioned during the past few years Friday night, when the school board persisted colored citizens, on which Dr. R E Jones, Hon Walter L. Cohen, Rev H H Dunn, Alfred Lawless and Geo Davenport, were prominent members, again went before the New Orleans School Board and pointed out the great need of a high school and also the need of a night school. They were informed by the authorities that these needs are recognized but that the same kind of needs are also urgent for the white citizens, and that the board finds itself unable with the funds in hand to help them not by this be understood that the whites have no high schools and night schools, for they have a number of both Southern University which derived its operating money from Congressional provisions and a stipend of $10,000 from the State, when it was located in this city, was made to do the work of a high school for colored people without getting a cent of money from the city and in that way some relief was received. But since its removal, the only school of the kind open to children from the best educational schools like Xavier, New Orleans, Leland and Straight. The petitioners also asked for the removal of Fisk branch to a better neighborhood, with no better result. The petitioners were kindly received, but the kind reception was all the school authorities could spare at the present time. HOW TO SERVE COUNTRY BY BUYING A BOND While the members of the race have come forward in large numbers in all parts of the country with offers to serve the country in any capacity that is opened to them there is still another way in which those not obtained for active service on the field may bit bit money will play an important part in the coming issue of Liberty Loan Bonds. Savings can be invested in these bonds in sums of $50 or more payable in instalments. The security will be the best in the world and the rate of interest is equal to that paid by most savings banks. The following statement as to the nature of this loan is taken from the official bulletin, published by the Committee on Public Infogation: "The Liberty Loan Bonds will mature in thirty years and be redeemable, in whole or in part, at the option of the United States, on or after fifteen years, at interest." "In order to avoid adding to the heavy burden of work incident to the July 1 and January 1 settlements, the Secretary has determined the Liberty Loan Bonds shall be dated June 15, 1917, instead of July 1, 1917, as heretofore announced, and that the interest shall be payable June 15 and December 15 in each year. Applications must be made on or before June 15, 1917, subject to the right of payment. The discretion, to close the subscription books at an earlier date, and payment for the bonds must be made as follows: 2 per cent on application; 18 per cent on June 28, 1917; 20 per cent on July 30, 1917; 30 per cent on August 15, 1917; 30 per cent on August 30, 1917. 30, 1917; 30, per cent on August 15, 1917; 30, per cent. on August 30, 1917. "Bearer bonds with interest coupons attached will be issued in denominations of $50, $100, $500, and $1,000. Bonds registered as to principal and interest will be issued in denominations of $1,000, $500, $1,000, $5,000, $10,000, and $100,000. Provision will be made for the interchange of bonds of different denominations, and of coupon and registered bonds." Those who wish to buy the Liberty Loan Bonds will find their local bankers prepared to furnish subscription blanks and render every possible form of assistance without charge This will also afford a splendid opportunity for the various organizations of the race, such as lodges and societies, to safely invest their surplus funds and at the same time fulfill a patrotic duty MAJOR ANDERSON'S STAY IN PORTO RICO (Special To The New York Air San Juan Air Force Major John H Anderson, received commendably 24th infantry now a major in the Liberian Frontier forces, enroute to Liberia, Virea, stopped for several days in San Juan waiting the arrival of a boat to take him to Canary Island. He left here on April 30. During his stay he was quartered in the Military Telephone Exchange, and messed with the Band organization. This was a courtesy extended by him by the Band commander, the adjutant, Captain Felix Emmanuel, commanding the Band organization, declined to accept the offered pay for the several days' rations. On Sunday, April 22, Major Anderson attended services at the Lutheran Mission Church and met the pastor, the Rev Mr. Astrim, who mentioned several names of missionaries in Africa whom he wished Major Anderson to see. On the 23d the Rev Mr. Astrim telephoned Major Anderson to visit his residence to meet another 'American', Mr. John Daisy, also enroute to Liberia. Mr. Davis, an old man of maybe 70 years, needed twelve dollars to continue his journey, and Major Anderson took charge of him and they sailed on the same ship. On April 27 Major Anderson gave a special dinner of chicken, beer, cigars, cigarettes, chocolate and cake to which the regimental non-commissioned staff were invited He is well spoken of all who met him here. ECLAT DANCE AT CHARLESTON (Sincerity Tue, New Year, Ack) Charleston, S. C — The Eelat Social Club entertained about seventy-five guests at a delightful spring dance Thursday evening at Hirleston's Hall. Eelat was supremely in evidence throughout the entire promenade. The Eelat dressed in gorgeous gowns, presented an imposing scene. Light refreshments were served consisting of what pinchubbis, Nepapillon ice cream and candy. Among those present were Messi Rosie Beau, Trangliee Banke Erminie Haynes, Mirtam Palmer, Miriam Decosta, Laura Gibbs, Corinne Seanlin Lancie Scanlan Mattie Powell, Corinne Drayton Louise Clyde Ruth Brown, Mae McLeish Lottie Green, Madeline Wilson Wilcarr Convers, Rubie Lattkeh Ellese Forest Ethel Convers, Sadie Simmons Elizabeth Burroughs, Eugenia DeCosta, Loretta Goodall, Aula Epps, Izetta Watson, Naomi Powers, Helen Nell Florida Ransler, Mace Sanders, Evelyn Bluet, Mesdames Waund Weston, Marie Haston Jauminin R DeCosta, Messers Haston Jauminin R DeCosta, Rufy Bingham, Elbert Johnson, Dr Thos W McGill, Chas. Requeste, Benjamin R DeCosta, Jamps Stender, H Drayton, Rob O Harsleton, Erwin Lawrence, Loon Gueneur, Barney LaRoche, Bennett Cefrey, Frank Drayton, Chas. 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Y. —On Sunday, May 20, little Miss Harriett Hasbrook entertained some of her little friends at a dinner prepared by her aunt, Mrs. Wm Millett. The guests were Miss Marion Jackson, Master Leslie Jackson and Master Harold Turner, the little agent for The Age. WASHINGTONVILLE, N. Y. Washingtonville, N. Y. —Parent's Day was observed at Bethany Chapel, Sunday, May 17. In the morning, the pastor, the Rev. P. Sewell, preached a practical and helpful sermon. His text was St. Matt xx.22:23; subject, "Christ, Parents and Children." In the evening a well prepared program was recorded by parents and children. The sum of $19.17 was contributed for ministerial relief SCHENECTADY. N. Y. Schultz, tally. N. Y.—Miss. Marguerite Matthews and Miss Milred Bowman of John-town spend Sunday as guest of Miss Harriet Brown, Mrs. Geneva Duffalia had a serious fall which resulted in a sprained ankle. On Thursday evening Mrs. H. Phoenix held a chicken supper at her home for the benefit of the A. M. E. Zion Church. It was quite a success. The Pey S. C. Temple is now able to take complete charge as pastor of A. M. E. Zion Church. On Sunday evening she preached a sermon on "Preparedness." TARRYTOWN, N. Y. TARBATTOWN, N. Y.—Services were well attended Sunday at the Shiloh Baptist Church. Pastor John B. Pharr delivered a sermon on "Temperance" on the morning and in the evening "Take Heed How We Hear." "The Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. held interesting sessions. Chas. Alliston, head of the Big Brother Movement, spoke at 3:30 p. m. These afternoon meetings are for the purpose of giving the young people a vision. Mr. Alliston gave a very helpful message. Pastor Pharr is well pleased with the results of the rally. ITHACA' N. N. Ithaca. N. Y—Presiding Elder J. W. Ellison held his fourth and last quarterly meeting for the year at the A. M. E. Zoon Church, Monday evening, May H. A large number of members and friends were present. Each department made its report. Full reports showed that to date a little more than $2,000 has been raised during the year. Much enthusiasm was manifested. Praise was given the pastor the Rev. H. J. Johnson, who has endeared himself to the members of the congregation. There was a unanimous vote for his return for the next year. The main daughter of Nuaff Carroll is emerging. YONKERS. N. Y. YORKEN, N. Y. Services at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday. May 20, were conducted by the pastor. Dr John J. Smyer. The Sunday School in the afternoon was in charge of Supt. Evans Class No. 2. Mrs Chas E. Borden, teacher, was the senior banner class. Christian Endeavor was conducted by the president, John N. James, at 7 o'clock. The Rev and Mrs G. R. Jones of New York City visited Mrs. (Chas. E. Borden, who continues seriously ill at her home in Culver street. James F. Gross of Riverdale avenue, is ill at his home under the care of a physician. Chas. S. Evans was in Brooklyn Thursday and Saturday of last week looking after business interests. LEROY N Y LE Roy, N. Y —There were union services on last Sunday between the First and Second Baptist Churches. The Rev. Mr Rose preached both morning and evening. At the evening services Sidney Roherson sang a solo. Quite a number of Le Royans were in Munford last Sunday to attend the funeral of Albert Marshall. Miss Annie Alexander is ill at her home on South Avenue. The Ladies' Aid Society will meet next week Thursday at the home of Mrs Kate Stevenson on East avenue. The many friends of Sidney Roberson sympathize with him in the loss of his father. To make up a part of the large floral decorations displayed at the funeral was a beautiful spray of sweet peas given by Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Gillifan, his employers. Miss lack Alexander, A. L. Price, and Richard Price were in Scottsville last Monday week to attend the funer- ```markdown ``` Wanted! Colored Men wishing position as Sleeping Car Porter and Train Porter on large Eastern Roads to write for full information. No experience necessary. Must be between 82 and 35 years old and be able to furnish good reference. Inter Dallway Inter. Railway Dept. 101, Indianapolis, Ind. 5-8t OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE al of their sister, Mrs, Rose Beasley. al. Mella Johnson of New York, who came to her mother, Mrs. Beasley of Rochester, natives and friends in LeRoy last week MUMFORD. N. V Mumford, N. Y.—A successful revival at the Second Baptist Church was closed Sunday evening by the pastor. The campaign was conducted during the week by the Rev William J. Jones of Roselle, N. J. Five candidates for baptism were received, two were restored to the fellowship of the church, and one joined under watch-care. The Rev Mr. Jones left Saturday for Rocher-street, where he filled the pulpit of the Mr. Olivet Baptist Church Sunday. He left for his home in Roselle on Sunday evening. Deacon Albert Marshall, who has been sick for some months, died Friday. He was a Christian for forty-three years. He had been a deacon at the Second Baptist Church here for several years. Decased leaves a widow, son Sudney, and an adopted daughter, Alberta. Funeral services were held from the Second Baptist Church on Sunday, the Rev Mr. Rose of Le Roy officiating, assisted by the Rev, Mr Haynes. Burial at the Mumford Rural Cemetery. Mrs. Martha Smith visited Mrs. James Greene from Friday to Sunday SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. Saratoga Springs, N. Y—Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Hill of 19 Cowen street have returned after spending the winter in Palm Beach, Fla. Miss Lillian Hall has come to spend the summer with her brother. She spent the past winter with relatives in Habitat County, North Carolina. Miss Helen Guzaway and Mrs. Louis Wilson, New York, and Mrs. Mame Taylor St. Augustine, Fla. have taken the upper floor of 207 Regent street Mrs. Lilla Hill is at her home again, 107 Middle avenue, much improved in health after sustaining an operation health after undergoing an operation for cancer. The chorus chor at the A M E Zion Church gave a very creditable rendering last Sunday evening of the musical and literary program, entitled "Mothers of the Bible" Owing to the fact that Governor Whitman will speak at the patriotic service next Sunday evening at Convention Hall and many will desire to attend, there will be a proaching service at the church at 4:30 o'clock instead of the evening. On May 10 S. Samuel Smith and committee gave a chuckled dinner at the G A R Hall for the benefit of the A M E Zion Church TROY N Y TROY, N. Y.—The Rev. C. Fairfax, pastor of the Zion M. E. Church and his wife are mourning for the loss of their little son, who departed this life Saturday, May 12, 17 months old. The funeral took place at the church Tuesday, May 15. There were no services at the church during the day Sunday. The Rev. J. A Taylor preached Sunday evening. The fair held at Zion Church April 23 to 27 was a grand success, something over $500 was taken in after expenses were paid. Richard Kelley brought in $218 Mrs Richard Kelley made a quilt for the church fair and they got in cash for that $32, making $250 for Mr. and Mrs Richard Kelley, Mrs. Daniel D. Discon was president of the fair. Many strangers are coming here from the South. Our people make all of the right kind welcome and will do all they can to make it pleasant for them in every way. Mrs. John Moore, of 68 River street, died at the Leonard Hospital Sunday, May 20. She leaves three small children with their father. There seems but little if any improvement in the condition of Mrs. A. D. D. D. Seymour at her home; 3 Union street, Mrs. Austin is very sick at her mother's home, 27 Union street. Miss Bessie L. Montgomery, of Marion, N. C., is one of the new comers in our city. Just across the Hudson River is the city of Watervliet. On May 5, fifteen men and three women came from Galveston, Texas, to work in that city and many more are coming. They are a very fine set of men and women and they know their business. Mrs Frank Thomas still remains very sick in the Troy Hospital. UTICA. N'. Y. Utica, N. Y—Mrs. J. H Webb, of New York Mills, is visiting friends and relatives in Buffalo. Mrs. Sarah F. Thomas of 310 Jay street has been confined to her bed with pneumonia, but is improving. Last Sunday evening at the home of Mrs. Lucy Grimes on Catherine street occurred the marriage of her sister Miss Margaret Wormworth, to William Nobles of Deerfield, N. Y., in the presence of a few friends. A wedding supper was served. Mr. and Mrs. Nobles will be at home to their many friends at their far near Deerfield. There was a special board meeting of the officers of the Union Church last Monday evening. I. Smith was made assistant superintendent of the Sunday school Hope Chapel did its bit in the Red Cross campaign by enrolling eighteen new members in the National Red Cross. Mrs. R. J. Strother of Lansing street has been confined to her home with a severe cold. Charles Lewis, Jr., of Albany, spent the week-end with his family. His mother has been very ill, but is now recovering. Mrs. Kate Jackson of Broad street was confined to her home the past week with rheumatism. Ianah Smith has accepted a position as attendant at the New York Central Station. The Eureka Social Club's ball will feature the cub colors beside Old Courty on Wednesday evening. The committee in charge has left nothing outline for a pleasant evening. AMSTERDAM. N. Y. Amsterdam, N. Y.—Mrs. Eliza Simons of New York is visiting her father, William Blood. Charles Bradley and Mrs. Washon of Utica visited their parents recently. Members of the St Paul's A. M. E. Zion Church are preparing for the Tax Day, June 7 Rev and Mrs J. C. Temple came to Amsterdam on a business trip Monday Mrs Rita Lemmon has moved from Cedar street to West Main street Eddie Anderson of Schoenerdy and the Rev G. C. Smith of Amsterdam motorized to Minerville, as the guests of Mrs. Anthony James. Mrs. Manguerre Rey has moved to 124 Cleveland street. Little Mrs. Lea Almas daughter of Mrs. Emma Adams, is much improved. The pastor and members of Calvary Baptist will combat meeting at the Salvation Army Hall. Monday evening. A musical program will be rendered at the church May 24, under the direction of Mrs. Waters. The daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles McGill has fully recovered. Mrs. Ora Spandling, president of Church Mid, was elected delegate to the annual conference which convenes at Rochester in June. Arche Slington is in the City Hospital, seriously ill! Mrs. M Washington of Green street, who has been visiting Albion and Rochester, returned home Sunday evening AUBURN N Y Auburn, N.Y.-Mr. Powell of Tonawanda was the Sunday guest of Miss Viola Elchey. The Misses Fearaf and Mabel Reed spent Tuesday evening in Sarcause, Walter Cornish of St. Bertram, Canada, made a trip to Auburn, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Diggs, Mrs. C. Lewis of Albany was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. Johnson, Mrs. Mireed Parker is visiting friends in New York City. The following attended the May ball in Geneva Thursday evening. The Misses Fiona Dorsey, Leora Brown, Alice Lucas, Evelyn and Isabel Diggs, Mrs William Dorsey and Messrs Claude Youngs of Aurora and Faltaff Harris, Miss Maude Harris of Geneva entertained a large number of friends Friday afternoon in honor of the visitor arriving tea. Charles Whalater also entertained at a seventeenth dinner. Belle Mille of Saranaca was the Simpson guest of Misses Fearaf, Mrs. H. T. Johnson will be a charge of the vester service at nine Church the Roy P. K. Fouille pastor Sunday, May 27 Messie Day, Keenny Whittaker Johnson, Jackson and Lindsay of Geneva, motored to Saracene Sunday The Rev C. Ellison, presiding elder of Central New York, occupied the outfit Sunday at A M E Zion Church. Quarterly meeting was held Monday. Miss Ann Freeman was elected delegate to the annual conference at Rochester in June and Mrs Maria Freeman was elected associate resume her studies at the grammar school, after being all for several days. HILLBURN N. Y. Hillburn, N. Y—Mrs. John Defreese is sick at her home on Sixth street with rheumatism Mrs. Louise S. Love, a teacher in the National Training School of Durham, N. C. is visiting her sister, Mrs. Byron Gunner Miss Mary E. Jackson, chairman of the executive board of the N. E. F of Woman's Clubs, spent Saturday and Sunday with the Rey and Mrs. Byron Gunner I. Vandunk and son Addrew returned from Mt. Basha Lake last week with a fine catch of fish Mr. and Mrs. George Barto were visitors in Newark Sunday. Hillburn Lodge 5546 G U O of O E, with the Bay Scouts, attended services at Brook Chapel recently. The services were conducted by J A Caldwell and Bye Rynon Gunner at the evening Parents Day was celebrated. The chapel was filled to capacity. Miss Claston of New York sang a solo. Reading by Miss Sarah Dereeze and Miss Steenon. While working at the Ramapo Iron Works Isaac Wormley was caught in a drill press. Every stitch of clothing was torn from his body, but no homes were broken. John Henry Morgan was stricken at his home and is in a serious condition. Thomas Johnson had his fingers crushed while working in the shouts. Miss Frances Gunner, who has been teaching in Florida, is home for the summer. William Graham is visiting his mother in Ashbury Park. Richard Humond has accepted the position as Scout Master of Troop No. 2 of Hillburn ELMIRA N Y Elmire, N. Y. — Blahon G. L. Black well was the guest of Presiding Elder J. H. Ellison of 711 Benjamin street Mrs. John A. Wilson of 423 Standish street, has returned from a few weeks' visit with her sister, Mrs. John A. Carter of Montclair, N. J. Mrs. Ida Cohen, who recently purchased the property at 607 East Third street; is making extensive improvements on her home. Mrs. E. E. Wilson of 423 Standish street, suffered a severe attack of indigestion last week. On May 11 at the home of the Rev. and Mrs. Chas. Cuff, pastor of the Monumental Baptist Church, a W C T. Union was organized with the following officers: President Mrs. Elizabeth Moore; Secretary Mrs. Lillian Cue; Treasurer, Mrs. B Sekes; Superintendent of Evangelist Committee Mrs. Sophia Williams, Superintendent of Press Committee, Miss Jennie Gibson; Superintendent of Flower Mission Work, Louisa Hall. The name of the Union is Sylvia Harris W C, T. U.; regular meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of month. Members and friends of all churches are invited to attend and join. Mrs. C. Patience of West Pittston, Pa., is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Charles Coff, 607 Dickinson street, Mr. and Mrs Edward Vance motored to Wynnshing, Pa., in their car Sunday to Mrs Vance's home. Mrs William Dorsey of Bath, was in Elmira, Thursday, the guest of her brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs Robert Williams of 667 Dickinson street, Thomas Hawkins of Ithaca was in Elmira, Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Wickens and family have moved to underwood avenue. Mrs Geo Jones spent Sunday in Oswego. Henry Washington is confined to his home at 606 East Clinton street, with plenty. Mrs. Leon Gants of Olean, Pa, came to Elmhurst, Sunday to spend a few days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. White of East Clinton street. BINGHAMTON. N! Y. Binghamton, N. Y.—Aaron Searle on Soravene spent Saturday and Sun- day with his grandmother, Mrs Titus 42 Searle with Master William Gedel is all Master William Gedel is all Robert Braxton has accepted a job in Great Bend, Pa. Miss Bertha Robinson, who has been ill, is able to resume her duties at Eureka. William Johnson, formerly of this city, but now living in Albany, made a flying trip here last week. Mrs Hylia Thiggen, 47 Sherman street, has returned from Sidney where she visited her brother, Leo J Payne. Mrs George Shorter is visiting friends in Auburn. Mrs Fred Bindleman who has been ill, is able to be out again. The Rev. George Loronzo left Tuesday for Jamaica, L. L., where the A.M.E. conference is in session. The Eastern Star dance was one of the largest social affairs ever held here. Mrs Delevan penn Sunday in Syracuse. Word has been received here from Luna, O., that Mrs Lottie Clir' Starles was in the hospital in a serious condition. Mrs Scarles is a sister of James Clark. Sunday evening the Rev Mr. Lonnie preached his farewell sermon. It was so the Sons and Daughters rally. The collection was over $64,692. All hope the pastor will be sent back to St. Paul's A. M. E. Church. The program committee of the Memorial celebration has appointed R. L. Coleman marshal of colored organizations to participate in the Memorial garage May 30. This is the first time in the history of Binghamton that an invitation has been extended to the colored people to take part in any parades or public demonstration. It is to be hoped that the organizations and citizens will appreciate this effort and do all possible to make a creditible showing. All clubs and societies are cordially invited to participate. ROCHESTER, N. Y. ROCHESTER, N. Y. —The services at Zion Church were well attended last Sunday and the Rev. E. D. W. Jones preached at both services. Collection for the day was $42. Mr. and Mrs Frank Hansett left last Thursday for Binghamton. From there they will go to Sodus Point for the summer. W. H. Stockton and J. S. Herndon have returned from their trip. South with a private car. Thomas Walker is back in town again. The Rev. William J. Jones, of Roselle, N. J., preached at Mt Olivet Baptist Church last Sunday. His services for the past month have been profitable Mrs. S Harris, of Brooklyn, N. Y., superintendent of the Y. C. T. U., was the week-end guest of Mrs. R V Payne, 209 Bronson avenue. On Sunday, May 13, Mr. and Mrs. Garrison Freeman, of Trappe, Md., were entertained in honor of their fifteenth marriage anniversary. They are the parents of eight children, Annie Ellen and Douglas, of Baltimore; Garrison Frisby, of Washington, D. C. Lydia and Walter, of Rochester, and there are twenty-two grandchildren Prof. C. M VanBuren is in New York City to attend the patriotic meeting at St. Mark's Lyeumc Sunday, Mrs. Washington, of Ithaca, was the weekend guest of H. H. Hart, Favor street, Miss Mabel Townsend and Reeves Y Stiles were united in marriage May 16 at the A. M. E. Zion parsonage by the Rev. E. D. Jones. Mrs. Patrick Kennedy, who underwent a serious operation at the Homeopathic Hospital last Tuesday, is much improved at this writing. At the Y. P. C. E. Society at 6:30 P. M. last Sunday, Mrs. L. Johnson, superintendent of the Junior Society, had charge of the meeting. Papers are read by Fuhrman and Herman Bradley and a piano solo by Elizabeth Payne. Mrs. Rufus Clove entertained a party of children at her home on Barton street on Saturday afternoon in honor of the birthday of her sister, Genevieve Clove. Jas A. Myers and Lemuel L. Foster, of Fisk University, were in the city with their company of lubilee singers. C. F. Boyd, formerly of the Hotel Casey, Scranford, with a crew of 25 men, took the Luces of the white bows May 15 at the Hotel Rochester. The Buds of Promise of Zion Church will give a concert and doll drill June 5. The Nobles of the Mystic Shrine have completed their arrangements for their first reception at Marvel Hall May 29. The Past Grand Masters Club of the G. U. O. of O. F. will be set apart the latter part of July as a past grand masters council. Mr. and Mrs. K. L. Kent entertained the members of the Allegro Club at their residence, 125 Ford street, last Wednesday evening. A delightful time was spent and a sumptuous repast was served. The Fortnightly Sewing Circle met with Mrs. O. C. Adams, 77 Seward, street, last Thursday afternoon. Dinner was served by the hostess Mrs. Poinette, of Lockport, was guest of the circle. The Mohawk Whist Club was entertained by Mrs Grace Selers and Mrs Wilson at the home of Mr. and Mrs Robert Cottons, or Mohawk street Tuesday evening. The guests were Mrs Nelson Bishop and Charles Price. The first prize was won by Mrs. Cottons; second prize by Mrs. Murray. The hostess served a delightful reast, miniature brass candle stock and tiny red candles were given as souvenirs. Mrs V. Jamson left Saturday to visit friends and relatives in Charlotte, N. Louis Alston, messenger at the Assembly in Albany, has returned home for the summer POUGHKEEPSIE. N. Y POLGHEKERSE, N. Y. — A large congregation greeted Pastor Van Buren and both services of the Smith Street A.M. E. Zion Church last Sunday. In the evening he preached the annual sermon to the Neighborhood Club. Special music was rendered. the president Mrs John W. Harden, presented two prizes for the club to the persons having the best kept yards. First prize went to Yarbrough Chapman, and second prize to Mrs Gertrude Marlowe. On the Sabbath School Superintendent chair and the Rev Mr Abbott were each presented one of the special pins of the school, in gold. Mrs Eugenia Maynell was elected teacher in the kindergarten department in place of Mrs Blanche Sutton. The remonstrations held the last two weeks closed Friday evening and were very successful through the efforts of the Rev. W. B. Brown, evangelist. Sylvanus Jacklin is at the Vassar Hospital suffering from pneumonia. Preparations for the department store tour at Zion are moving on nicely. It will be held June 5, 0 and 7. Mine Rose, elocutionist, will give a recital at the A M. E Zion Church in Yonkers June 5. The funeral of Homer Dilion was held from the Smith Street A M E Zion Church last Monday morning at 10 o'clock. Pastor Van Buren officiated Mr and Mrs Carroll Smith returned Monday from Stormville, N.Y. The Rev and Mrs C S Fariess, Mrs Henry Tumson, Mrs Wm Devo, Mrs Grace Devo, Mrs Orville Anthony, Mrs Gros Johnson and Mrs S Jacklyn attended the funeral of Mrs Anne Stewart Plumer on Tuesday at the A. M. Zion Church, Newburgh The Rev C S Fariess assisted in the ceremony Sunday at the Ehenezer Baptist Church The pastor preached at both services The Mens Club of the Ehenezer Baptist Church had a debate and social on Tuesday. The contestants were Lucian Arrington and Hugh Mayfield The subject was "Who will go the farthest for a man, his mother or his wife?" Mr Arrington tok the part of the mother and gained the greatest number of points Rev Chas S. Fariess will preach the memorial sermon on Sunday May 27, to the Knights of Pythias and Court of Calanthe ALBANY N Y Albany, N. Y. - On Tuesday morning, May 15, one of the largest gatherings of colored people was seen at the union station to bid members of the Fifteenth good-have as they left for Peekskill for training. The following left for Peekskill, G Morgan, W Randall, C. Sickle, D. Adams, M Kilmer, J. Jones, M. Molson, L. Tucker, W. Freeman, H. Hole, R. Walker A. Smith, J. Klen, B. Blankell W. Thomas, A. Johnson, C. Lockson J. Wallace, W. Vodder W. Halifoux, R. Lodge, R. Baker W. Smith, E. Haresson F. Hill, J. Brown H. Cazer and P. Armstrong Martin Molson and Frank Nohl Great Sunday at the camp with the Albany boys and have reported to the many friends that they are well done. The boys wish to thank their friends for the kind favor they have shown them in sending plenty of tobacco and cigars. Mig. Dora Parker of Philadelphia will visit friends in Albany Square and will be the guest of Mr. Charles Cus and Mrs. Emul Fulis, 6 Tennant place. Sunday evening the Rev Mr. H guestor of the Israel A. M. F. Church Hamilton street prescheduled his well will seminar. He expects to leave for conference. A nice program was re- dered after the sermon, those taking part were Miss Sarah Price. "I lea Lead Kindly Light" assisted by the Robinson sisters and Irene Bans' who acted as justices. Miss Martha West, who is living i Johannesburg slept Sunday with friend Mrs Alice Molson is improving slowly. Miss E. Scott, Miss H. Patterson Miss Fitz and Mr. Gordon, of New Wynd City spent Friday visiting Mrs Charles Miller of the Utopia Hotel. Howard L. Tour spent the week with his family at Kingston The Men's Club of the Hamilton Street A. M. E. Church will give a mork, wedding and musical entertain ment in June The Afro-America Association of Albany voted $25 to the Albany Hospital fund last week. The Afro-American Association will hold a special meeting Sunday at 2 o'clock at the residence of its president, Joseph W. Price, 79 Dove street. Athome the speakers will be Judge Brady of the City Court and Alvin C. Quentel Commissioner of Charity Miss Mabel Smoke is visiting friend at Scholarie Junction. Miss Doris Madison is also spending the weekend with her. Albert C. Bennkin was christened by the Rev. Mr. Paul at the home of his parents, 173 Third street, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Booker, 185 Third street, were gbdparents. SYRACUSE N Y Syracuse, N.Y. — The trustees of the Harriet Cloe and Louise "Logan Medical Building Fund of the St. Philip's Episcopal Church held a silver social at the home of Mrs. Nelson Greene, May 22. Refreshments were served and everybody spent an enjoyable evening. George Jerr, Duane Logan and Blake of Canastota and Oneda spent Sunday in Syracuse with friends Miss Katherine Cook left this week for Detroit, Mich, where she will visit relatives William Dey and a number of friends from Geneva made a tour to this city Sunday. Little Donald Leonard of 507 Harrison street is slowly improving at St Joseph's Hospital Mrs E C Atkins, Mrs W R. Lappus and Mrs W. A Griffin attended an illustrated lecture at Trinity Church, given by Deaconess Hargraves from the Philippines. The fourth district convention of Central New York was held at Fulton, N. Y., May 10. St. Philip's Church was represented by the Rev A. H. Maloney, Mrs J. C. Leonard, Mrs Ida Logan and Mrs Agnes Griffin W M Roe of 330 East Washington street is at the farm of the Syracuse Boys' Club at Manlius. Willis Johnson celebrated his twentieth birthday Sunday. Ralph Lippins of Buffalo stopped over this city a few hours Sunday, at the home of his parents. Mrs Lena Johnson, District M. N. G., of Auburn, and Mrs Georgia Lewis, Grand Worthy Treasurer, made their official visit to Rose of Sharon Household of Ruth, G U O. O. F. on May 16. They were the guests of Worthy Recorder Mrs Lizzie Lippins of 607 Orange street. The son of W M' Glass of East Washington street has returned to this city. W M Johnson of 18 East Washington street has accepted a position at the H I Franklin Automobile Monondaga Lodge No 32 F. and A. M. worked the first degree on Thursday has returned to the Venezie Cotwortry has returned to the after an absence of some months. The A. M. E. Zion Chure closed a week's fair on Friday evening Miss Muldred Peresett of 411 Cedar street has been all for the last week. The colored boys of our city who have been drilling under W.R. Lippins perfected organization on Thursday night, taking the name of the Frederick Douglas Cadet. They will continue drilling at least once a week. Charles Baker and Alex Johnson of Canastota were in town, attending the Buffalo Bill Show. Louis Hall of Canastota called at the home of Edward Ayers, Taylor street Miss Virginia Larkin has taken up her residence with Mrs Harriet Tanner of Monroe street Jerry Parker and daughter, Miss Harriet are paresulted located at their home in Monroe house with owner Charles Cooper is the addition to the force of A W Barre's barber shop Mrs. Grace Thompson and son Theodore of Skanatakes were Sunday visitors at the home of Mr and Mrs C Hardeed of 607 Orange street The following persons attended the ball at Geneva May 17 Miss Cannon, Miss Lizzie Moore Mrs Ora Hogan, Walter Gather, Sherman Webster. Mrs. Walter Gaither is at home at 113 Monroe street after spending several weeks with Mrs. Daisy Anthony of Binghamton. A number of men have arrived from Atlantic City and from Orangeburg S. C. to work at 7 North street for George W. Cook superintendent BUFFALO N Y Buffalo, N.Y—Miss Louise Harris, Rertue Cole, Olgessa Parker and Henrietta Kelly, with Misses Cora Murray and SaraK Kelly, are on a committee appointed by the Court of Calanthe to arrange for a series of entertainments Mr and Mrs Henry H Lewis celebrated their silver wedding anniversary Friday night at their residence on Michigan avenue. The parlors of the home were handsomely decorated, canvas being laid the full length. In the receiving line with Mr and Mrs Lewis were Mrs Robert Mason Mrs, Wimp and Mrs Upshair Mrs Lewis three brothers came from Chicago Guests were from Rochester, Niagara Falls, Lockport, Dunkirk, Philadelphia and New York City. The presents, all of silver, were numerous and costly. An elaborate menu was served The Boy Scouts of Troop 58 are an enterprising lot and full of race pride. 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 THE A. & T. SUMMER SCHOOL and continues five weeks. Two weeks' Institute also. Growing older, better and stronger. Last summer applications exceeded capacity. Teachers, therefore, should send Registration Fee and secure lodging in advance. They are going to handle The New York Age. The scouts will gather the news at the same time, so if you have any news let them have it. The scouts have decided that at least 1,000 persons of the 8,000 colored people in Buqalo must read a race paper. Miss Ethel Van Buren of Rochester attended the Lewis wedding anniversary. Mrs. William Wheeler of Dunkirk was among the many out-of-town visitors in attendance on the Lewis wedding anniversary. The original drama, "Peggy and Joe," has been postponed to May 31, on account of the flag presentation. The play will be given in the Vine Street Bethel A. M. E. Church, for the benefit of the trustee fund. The Rev Dr Wilson pastor of the Vine Street A. M. E. Church, left for the annual conference, May 23. The Rev Mr. Dr. Dorham goes to conference also, the Zion connection which meets in Rochester. Mine Costella of New York is the guest of Mr and Mrs C. E. Ford. Mr. and Mrs. Ball of Rochester were the guests of Scoutmaster and Mrs. Buckner of Purdy street. They attended the Strohmers' ball. Thursday night the Colored Musicians' Local No. 533 gave its first charter concert and musicale at Harmonia Hall, Gehsssee street. A large audience gathered early and enjoyed the popular and classical music rendered by the orchestra of twenty-four pieces. Short addresses were made by the Rev. Drs. Nash, Durham and Bennett. Fred Seamen also made a few remarks that were well received. After the speech dancing was enjoyed. The monthly concert of the Young Men's Guild was largely attended Sunday afternoon and all present enjoyed the fine program rendered. Special feature was address of Visions" by Prof. Severe of A. A. and M. College of Greensboro, N. C. The dramatic recitation by Alexander Parker and the vocal solo of Clifford Lane were excellent. Warden Hall spoke of the absent members who had enlisted in the U. S. Army, Prof. McArden also made an address, telling of his school work in Delaware. The funeral of Mrs. Emma L. Edmonds, wife of George E. Edmonds, who died suddenly Sunday evening, was held from Tucker's Undertaking Establishment Tuesday afternoon, the Rev Henry Durham officiating. Interment was in the Buffalo Cemetery. Undertaker Tucker returned Monday from his trip to Philadelphia and New York, where he represented the Masons and Shrimmers of Buffalo. The Woman's Auxiliary of St. Philip's Church will shortly repeat their apron sale and supper at the church parlor. William H. Cojer of Minor street, who died suddenly from heart disease, was buried Wednesday afternoon, the Rev Father Bennett officiating. He leaves a young widow. Interment, Buffalo Cemetery. The full committee for the colored booth of the allied hazaar will meet in the parlor of St. Philip's Church, Sunday night at 9 o'clock. Mrs. Celia Lane, the successful cateress, has purchased a handsome home on Wakefield avenue. C E Ford of the Buffalo Stock Exchange was appointed a member of the special committee to select stock to be presented to the allied bazaar. Troop 58, B, S A., will illustrate loyalty in the grand pageant to be held on May 30 for the allied bazaar. The troop will show the loyalty of the Negro to flag and country, from the time of Columbus to the present. Scouts will represent such great historical character as Crispus Attucks, Peter Salem, Captain Callioux, Sergeant Carney, Corporal Biggstaff and others. Michigan Avenue Baptist Church will give a series of entertainment of a novel character in order to raise funds for the $500 purse to be presented the pastor, the Rev. Dr. Nash, on his twenty-fifth anniversary. The ladies have already secured $200. The Frederick Douglass Club cleared over $200 at their recent bazaar and will devote a portion of the money to charity. The surviving members of the Woman's Loyal Legion have decided to disband and have agreed to disburse the funds in their areatasy, amounting to about $75, among three Churches, the Vine Street Methodist, St Philip's Episcopal and the Michigan Avenue Baptist churches, giving each $25 with which to purchase a memorial. A committee has been appointed to confer with the pastors. Half a Loaf. "Sir," said the beggar, "will youso give a pore old blind man er dime?" "But," protested the citizen, "you can see out of one eye." "Oh, well," rejoined the beggar, "make it a nickel, then."—Indianapolis Star. ```markdown ``` Entrusted at the Post Office at New York as Second Class Matter. Published on Thursday of every week by Fred R. Moore, 247 W. 46th Street, New York. Telephone, Bryant 3815 FRED R. MOORE.....Publisher and Editor LESTER A WALTON. Managing and Dramatic Editor IAMES W JOINSON Contributing Editor EUGENE L. MOORE.... Advertising Agent London Office 17 Green Street, Charling Cross Roads, E. C Address all letters and make all checks and money, orders payable to THE NEW YORK AGE. not later than Tuesday. Sitelliness or display advertising will be received in THE. AGE Once not later than iiuesday in 2 a.m., of each week ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` NOTICE TO CORRESPONDENTS OWING TO DECORATION DAY FALLING ON WEDNESDAY, ALL MATTER MUST BE IN THIS OFFICE FOR WEEK OF MAY 31 NOT LATER THAN MONDAY, MAY 22. REMEDIES FOR MIGRATION. Increased wages. Suppression of mob law. Fair treatment. Protection of person and property. The right to vote. Better school advantages. Better sanitation and housing conditions. Editor's Note-These are some of the things that the Negroes of the South are asking to relieve the Klonation THE TORN CORNER Protest has been made by those interested against the placing on registration forms for the Army draft of the words "If persons are of African descent tear off this corner" No reason has been assigned for this instruction in connection with the effort to raise the new forces required under the act of Congress, but it probably has some important part to play in the act of selective conscription. Whether it is to facilitate the process of segregation or not time will show. There has been so much inconsistency on the part of the officials in charge of recruiting on the color line that almost any development of discrimination may be looked for in that line. As was shown by reports from various sections of the country, printed in a recent issue, colored recruits were welcomed in one State and refused in another. The one fact that stands out preeminent is that the Negro has come forward, in all sections, voluntarily offering to do his full duty in behalf of the country. His patriotism has been demonstrated beyond dispute. If hudehound prejudice has prevented his enrollment as a recruit, the oats he upon the officials responsible for his exclusion. And the significance of the torn corner will probably be revealed in due season. Will the President through the War Department please enlighten the ten or twelve million Americans of African descent as to the true mwardness of this tearing off proposition? BILLIONS FOR DEFENCE. The press and the politicians speak glibly of billions nowadays for appropriations to put the nation in a state of preparedness, when the mention of millions a short while ago would have produced spasms in economic apprehension. And it, billion dollars represents at least two dollars apiece for every In addition to enormous war appropriations, it is proposed to raise $7,000,000,000 by bond issues to carry on the war and to aid the allied nations. That means that the country is going into debt at the rate of $70 for every man, woman and child in the population, or about $350 for the average family. This is part of the penalty that the nation has to pay for the blindness of its leaders in refusing to make proper preparation for the emergency of war since the beginning of the world conflict. The work that should have been distributed over the past ten years has to be compressed into the next twelve months. It will tax all the reserve force and energy of the nation to accomplish the task, but American nerve and pluck and ingenuity can be depended upon to do it. Patriotism, backed by pluck and pocketbooks, will furnish the men and the money. I very possessor of a few extra dollars can do his bit by investing in a Lloyd Loan bond. "DRASTIC MEASURES." "DRASTIC MEASURES." According to the Birmingham News, the Chamber of Commerce of that city appointed a committee of three to co-operate with other civic organizations called "to take drastic measures for the prevention of the exodus of labor from the district." The plan attributed to these committees is to raise the license of employment agencies to suffic an amount as would prohibit their operation Of course, this plan sounds funtile and several of the readers of the Birmingham paper so consider it, as is evidenced by the views expressed in communications to the editor. One of these correspondents says, after referring to the increase in the prices received for pig iron and coal, that "the only way to keep this labor here is to pay them what is right and treat them right." Another asks, "Why wouldn't the logical and legitimate solution of all this howl about the situation like men and pay the same labor exodus be for the employers of this district to simply face the price for labor that is being bad by others." The labor conditions in the Birmingham district are defined by one familiar with them as follows. Labor is selling to the highest bidder and this district bids the lowest, while the Pittsburgh district bids the highest. The Birmingham district is thus enabled to manufacture iron from $2 to $3 per ton cheaper. Today iron is selling in the Birmingham district for from $30 to $40 per ton. Workmen who used to receive $1.50 per day in Birmingham are now getting $3 per day in Pittsburgh With this condition of amass- fully recognized by the community the action of the Chamber of Com- meries and the other civic organiza- tions seems pitifully inadequate to the situation. The employing in- rests may wear blinders to pe- sent them from seeing the facts of the case, but the trouble is for them to impose the blinders on others. 4. (1) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) (23) (24) (25) (26) (27) (28) (29) (30) (31) (32) (33) (34) (35) (36) (37) (38) (39) (40) (41) (42) (43) (44) (45) (46) (47) (48) (49) (50) (51) (52) (53) (54) (55) (56) (57) (58) (59) (60) (61) (62) (63) (64) (65) (66) (67) (68) (69) (70) (71) (72) (73) (74) (75) (76) (77) (78) (79) (80) (81) (82) (83) (84) (85) (86) (87) (88) (89) (90) (91) (92) (93) (94) (95) (96) (97) (98) (99) (100) The Fusion Committee of 250 composed of Republicans and Independent Democrats, and organized to put up a candidate for Mayor to oppose Tammy this fall, has been announced. As it as we can learn not one Negro given a place on the committee. After everything is cut and drilled we pre-cure the Negro voters will be considered. THE OLDER THE BETTER. To the Editor of The New York No. I am enclosing money order to cover renewal of my own and one other subscription. Do not stop The No., for the older it gets the better. To The Editor of THE NEW YORK AU. I have been reading your paper week ly for the past four months and I find that it is a great educator for our geo- dobe. I must say that out in the thinkern Nerro would it not loss. Included in money order for my subscription INO L. GRIEF Tolks OK. PROFITING ON PREJUDICE. Some one has sent us another copy of the "Scimitar. The "Scimitar" is published at Abbeyville, South Carolina. It is the paper from which we reproduced some weeks ago an article that was written to arouse a sentiment in Abbeyville that would demand the acquittal of the men who were before the grand jury, charged with the lynching of Anthony Crawford. The editor of the "Scimitar" accomplished his purpose, now he has a new job on his hands. He believes that the war holds great opportunities for the Negro, and he is calling on the white people of his section to be on guard. We quote a few paragraphs from his article, which is headed "Coffee's Opportunity": To show just how much we knew about the general situation in South Carolina, when in a recent issue of the Scimitar we predestined that out of this war, if persisted in, the Negroes would get the ballot, we give the following incidents. When war was declared a story was industriously circulated by the press to the effect that the Germans were stirring up the Negroes of the South to revolt, on the promise of social equality for them after the war Of course that was all "bull" and put out by such expert hars as the "State" and "News and Counter," but it had the desired effect, and now migrants are holding "patriotic" meetings all over the South and assuring the government of their "loyalty." etc. At Raleigh, North Carolina, we re only a "patriotic" meeting was held by the white people and Negroes jointly. Three thousand whites and two thousand Negroes were in the parade and wound up by holding a big mixed meeting in the court house where a nigger who was a colonel in the Spanish war addressed the mixed audience, denouncing bitterly the Germans. White people applauded this blatant coon and never stopped to consider that notwithstanding we are at war with Germany, the German people like ourselves are pure white people and after stripping the affair of its silly hysteria of so-called "patriotism" and reduced to its last analysis, they were simply lowering the standard of the white race by applauding the insistence of a damned nigger to a part of their own race. If we are to war with Germany we will, and must, kill Germans. That is alright, that is war—to kill. But let's maintain our self-respect and the racial integrating of the white race, and we can't do it, if we encourage sassy coons to speak with contempt of ANY white men. The habit they form of assing the white Germans during war they will bring back from the army to apply to Americans later—then "heep out" will be popular again. One bigger speaker criticized the white people rather severely for a nigger. In the course of his remarks he stated "sometimes I think the white people do not know what patriotism is. I was told by a naval recruiting officer that he wanted to get 17 in this country on April 11, but did not get a single one. If the colored people had been given this opportunity there would have been seven times seventeen. (Applause.)" I read all this and more cunk like it in the "Pee Dee Advocate" or Bennettville and while reading wondered at the old pine tree at the baseball park would hold them all if that bunch of sassy nigger preachers had made such house talks in the court house here. As you sow shall ye reap, and to encourage a sassy one white man and the hallowen instinct impels him to sass A.L.I. white men There was a lot more of the same kind of stuff, but what we have quoted is about as much as any normal stomach can stand. We read the "Scimitar" article with mingled feelings of disgust and pity. Disgust at the editor's vulgarity, and pity to see a man of the "superior" have stoop so how to make a living; lower than any deser-pisol Negro in Vibgyville county would think of stooping. For that is exactly what the editor of the "Scimitar" is doing. Here is a man of some little learning, quite little, and some little ability, quite little, who is using what power he possesses in arousing the most brutal passions of the community and inciting it to deeds of lawlessness, violence and murder against a defenceless people; and he is doing this not as a matter of principle, but plainly for the purpose of joining a few dirty dollars. Of course there must be a law in South Carolina against inciting to deeds of lawlessness, and the law applies exactly to what the editor of the "Scimitar" is doing. If there is not such a law or any means of applying it in this case, we wonder if there are not enough decent, self-respecting white people in Abbeyville who, for the sake of the put be morals of their country can bring sufficient silent influence to shut up this full-mouthed coward. He demonstrates that he is a coward, for in spite of all his boastful language he always talks in terms of the moly. But, whatever the editor of the "Scimitar" may be, he is no absolute fool. The opening sentence of his article shows that he has seen a vision, somewhat clouded but nevertheless true. A vision that is surely coming to pass. --- THE NEW DEMOCRACY The battle cry sounded by this government is that we must enter the war and fight to make the world safe for democracy. This has now also become the battle cry of England and France; although they did not start with it. In all three of these countries the mere word "democracy" has become a teash, a something to conjure with. The truth of the matter is neither of these governments is intentionally fighting for democracy. This statement applies especially to England and the United States. The word "democracy" is being screamed because it is believed to be the only tool in that can arouse the people; and it is being screamed loudest by those who believe in democracy less and practice it less than anybody else. The proclamation that these countries are fighting to give the world democracy is nothing more than a bit of high-sounding phrasology, for, with the possible exception of France, neither one of them has a gift that is anything like real democracy to give to the world. Think of England with her hundreds of millions of subdued dark-skin peoples from whom she lays tribute the world over. And think of the United States with twelve million of her own citizens within her own borders, who are the victims of disfranchisement, of Jim Crowism and of lynch law. Now think of these two countries fighting to give democracy to the world and the result is an absurdity. The bald fact is, England and France are in the war to kick Germany and the United States is in the war to win them do it. We patrolled take France out from under this general indictment, because all the countries that affect to believe in the equality of man. France is the only one that comes anywhere near practicing it. An incident or two in point I read several days ago a despatch from London reporting that three Jamaican Negroes had been arrested on the charge of being stowaways. The men plead guilty and said that they stowed away in order to reach England to give birth to the army. The judge refused to commit the Jamaicans to jail and turned them over to the military authorities. These outlaws said they could not use the man because there were no Negroes of the army in England to which they could be joined. With the war first broke out, quite a number of our colored musicians were in London. Three of these young men offered their services to the English army, and were given the same answer that was given to the three Jamaicans. They went across the channel and offered their services to France, and were gladly received and enlisted in the army, as any other able bodied human being would be. England and the United States are not only not democratic enough to give black men equality in living, but not even in dying. So when it is said that this or that country is fighting to turn the world over to democracy, we say that we see no existing brand of democracy that we should like to see the world turned over to. Nevertheless out of it all a better democracy is coming. The governments that are fighting in the name of democracy are going to get more of it than they expected. By constantly repeating the name, they are advertising the article, making it a household word, and the people will make up their minds that they must have it. The first baptism of it has come to autocratic Russia. Aristocratic England and plutocratic America are due to receive a larger share than they now have. Even France, the most democratic country of them all, will have her share increased. The direct result of this great war will be the defeat of Germany and her allies; the indirect results will be a fuller degree of liberty for the peoples of the world, especially the darker peoples. The indirect results of the war will be more important and farther reaching than the direct results. THE ROOSEVELT VOLUNTEERS. Perhaps, never before in his to accept the services of able-boat war. The President in refusing More divisions of troops for service at length. One of the reasons set men must needed are men of the a that is from 21 to 30, and no men the provision for the Roosevelt upwards: Yet, when we are told that will demand the use of all that a place ought to be found for jeet to conscription to volunteer The President adds that to draw too heavily on the too small we are informed that a force of dispatched at once to the front It, as the President says, of the United States to fight thro as though some way should be four and prestige of Theodore Roosevelt of the men who wish to follow he entirely free from personal feeling way will be found Perhaps, never before in history has any government refused to accept the services of able-bodied, loyal volunteers in time of war. The President, in reusing Mr. Roosevelt's offer to raise one or more divisions of troops for service in France has stated his reasons at length. One of the reasons set forth by the President is that the men most needed are men of the ages contemplated in the draft bill, that is from 21 to 30, and now men of the age and sort contemplated in the provision for the Roosevelt volunteers; that is, men from 30 upwards: Yet, when we are told that the country is facing a crisis that will demand the use of all its powers and resources, it seems that a place ought to be found for men above 30, who are not subject to conscription to volunteer their services. The President adds that to carry out Mr. Roosevelt's plan would draw too heavily on the too small force of regular army officers, yet we are informed that a force of 25,000 or more regulars are to be dispatched at once to the front. If, as the President says, it is going to require the full power of the United States to fight through and win this war, it does seem as though some way should be found to make use of the great energy and prestige of Theodore Roosevelt and the enthusiasm and loyalty of the men who wish to follow him to France. If the President is entirely free from personal feeling in the matter, undoubtedly some way will be found DR SHEPARD'S WORK AT DURHAM To the Editor of The Arg. As a Southern white man Democrat and newspaper man I desire in your paper to tell your readers of both races a little story of race, leadership and heredity which ought to inspire colored people and whites in every section of the biggest city. Nearly a week ago, I attend the commencement exercises of the National Training School Durham, South. Dr. Douglas E. Sheard who has been with it from the beginning in 1914, told the close of the training course months Dr. Sheard and the second complete your through which the school has passed without any detriment to the end. In the society of romance, many of us recall now that the good has not been so buoyant these seventy years but the achievement of the present has quite miraculous the trials of the past. Here is a race leader who would not leave a wrist of great fresh barbarian and conquerress for New York, Boston, or any other city. Here is a race leader who devoted his work and refused to have a career and community there, he was easily qualified to pick the shoes of the world. His following is worth more than once and his friends told him that he had hitched himself to an inimpossible dream. The dream has crystallized into an enduring institution and he stands up to rebirth. It is a pleasure to have at hand proof that in a southern state it automatically philanthropic toward the Negro. It is possible to be lore and to serve with it. The white people of this community have invested this Durham educator with leadership. For himself he has followed an uninterrupted course of conduct and leadership has become an incident. That attitude continually qualifies him for bigger and better leadership; it is essential. Christian stewardship and the Master's degree of all men chose to go through life for charity. Raleigh N. C. May 22 THE SEPARATE TRAINING CAMP. To the Editor of The Air On Saturday, May 19, in the War Department authorized the establishment of an officers reserve corps training camp for colored officers in the new Federal Army. The decision which came as the result of persistent effort by students of Howard University, the central committee of Negro College men and many distinguished men and women of both races, is regarded by qualified opinion as the greatest opportunity for Negroes since the Civil War. The establishment of this compn marks a radical change in the policy of the American government. For many years Negroes, with a few exe- cptions, have been excluded from holding official positions in the army and navy. West Point and Annapolis have been practically closed to them. One colored man after another has sought to secure training offered to other classes of American citizens but no amount of democratic argu- ment, of political influence, could con- vince the administration of the justice of such appeal. The war, however, has brought a new situation a new crisis faces the country, and when conscription passed, the question im- mediately arose, how can colored me --- history has any government refused died, loyal volunteers in time of Mr Roosevelt's offer to raise one or one in France has stated his reasons forth by the President is that the ages contemplated in the draft bill, of the age and sort contemplated in volunteers; that is, men from 30 that the country is facing a crisis in powers and resources, it seems for men above 30, who are not sub- their services. Try out Mr Roosevelt's plan would force of regular army officers, yet 25,000 or more regulars are to be going to require the full power high and win this war, it does seem and to make use of the great energy alt and the enthusiasm and loyalty im to France. If the President is in the matter, undoubtedly some serve best their country? Shall They stand on the abstract theory of equal rights, or shall they with common sense meet a practical situation for the advancement of the race and the welfare of the nation? Already fourteen camps have been established for the training of white officers? The War Department has officially declared that it would be imitated to admit colored men to any of those camps, which would mean that the thousands of intelligent Negroes in the United States would be forced under the conscription bill to serve as privates with little possibility of opportunity to rise above non-commissioned officers. Loyal to the cause of the Negro, to vive in the principal of quality, out at the same time realizing that restitution is not firmness, when the government refuses to open its camps, to all its citizens alike, a *corporate* camp was sought as the next best thing for securing officers. The Negro ever ready and willing to serve his country has been kept out of official positions too long. The two has come when he should occupy a place in our army and navy similar to that which he occupies in other spheres of American life. And it is believed that in effecting the training and training of one or two thousand officers, the Central Committee of Negro College Men has brought about a movement that will not only add to the brilliant records of Humber Hill, and Plan and Carril, but will make the Negro in truth, and in deed, a monumental part of the National life in the United States, a partner in the right for a world democracy, establish Negro leadership on a stronger and brighter basis, believe the accusation that the Negro is fit for nothing else out of coordinates, and pave the way for greater and higher things. All young men, between the ages of 21 and 24, having (High School) education and physically strong, are requested to send their names, height, weight, previous military experience, if any, and school attended, to the Central Committee of Negro College Men, Howard University, Washington, D.C. C. B. CURLEY, General Secretary Howard University NEW YORK CITY PROFITS BY AUTOMOBILE CRAZE Village, N. Y - Up to the present time the City Chamberlain of New York has received over $600,000 this year from the office of Francis M. Hugo, Secretary of State. The sum represents one-half of the receipts from the registration of motor vehicles owned in Greater New York. Under the Brown bill New York City's share goes into its general fund, unstate the counties' share must be used for improving the highway. This is the first year when the measure has been operative from the opening of the registration as it was not signed until May 17, 1916. TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE TEAC BIOHTH ANN JUNE 11TH THIS EXTENSIVE COURSES TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR TEACHERS EIGHTH ANNUAL SESSION JUNE 11TH THRU JULY 20, 1917 EXTENSIVE COURSES SPLENDID FACULTY (The Times, 18th January 1882) If I would take me to my wife, And find me to my friend, Remember every word I've read, And find no dream within my dead; If through each hour each word had be Unsethish, clean, and free from sin; If I had listened to the din, And found some secret way to win. To win myself and other men, Back to the ancient truths again; If I could note with golden pen, One perfect day's more perfect end; Whose sun had set on men at peace, Where each w a wont to take his s Beneath his trees and fruiting trees; While children played about his knees; If I could feel that all the best, Of thought or deeds within the heart, Had been performed with fervent test; Of brotherhood, then I could rest. THE CAPTAINS AND THE SOUTH (From the Birmingham (Ma) Lodge I have read with much interest you good sense article under the cap- tain "industrial Captains Can Stop Be Practice." I have wondered for some time why the "Industrial Captain" is whom you refer, sit supinely by and low their most valuable assets to driven from their industries by the term which you use, "bad practice." As they Rip Van Winkles: Will the awake, and that right early, it and the hard has flown? Verily, you are right, when you see he who thinks the Negro is a tool for a gross error, and the things that have been cannot continue. The Negro will not continue to enter the white man by hard labor for a life above starvation aages and at the same time he maltreated and, in many cases brutally outraged. It is enough. The time has passed, an open door is set for him, whether by Providence or otherwise, and he is passing into it. No one but the Negro himself can tell what he has endured, the punishment inflicted the insults and humiliation borne. The who inflict these cruelties are too man to realize the pain, while those better nature are so aloof they are an pernitus, awake of it. The petty offenses, which you mention, are far more numerous than you are aware of, besides other unjustified incidents enacted daily on the streets, streets cars and trains. Our women are unnately treated by some conductor both on the street cars and trains. Women are often found in compartments for Negroes smoking, and if anything is said against it they who speak are sulted, or the car is purposely filled with big puffs of smoke and the conductor replies is, "He'll quit to recklessly." Recently a white man entered a trailer for Negroes with two little dogs. One of its dogs went between the seats and cooled by a woman she pushed him from her and the white man took both dogs and sat them beside her and she was forced to ride with them. This is one many, many acts of injustice which often result in a row for which the Negro has to pay the penalty. These things are driving the Net from the south and you well said 'The captains are strong enough to have the practices forever stopped' if they are at it. As a presiding elder of a dis- covering a large territory and know- the conditions and the situation, feelings of unrest, and the deter- mation of thousands to follow those have gone and of the means used the influences brought to bear it is for those who can, if they will to bury and check at once the mus- heaped upon the Negro and treate- on fair and equitable terms, pay as he is being pard and north believe they can thereby stem the and keep the Negro in the south. He is not going by wild or specula- tions, but by force of circumstance. He loves the southland, all that is and dear to him is here, and he woe like to stay, but being a man of fea- tion and growing into a sense of strife how can he stay under the circumstances? The ministers are holding him in to a great extent, but they are gone in the attitude of the people to whil Elijah spoke, when he said, 'Why do ye between two opinions?' And they, the ministers, turn about and liver sermons from the text, 'Cathon with us and we will do three for the Lord has spoken good concerning Israel,' there would be ten leu. You are right, Mr. Editor, when I say the more intelligent Negroes do not return, no, none worth while to return, why should they? With best pay with better surroundings with better school facilities, with taster play the common walks of life, why should they return to the opposite in every spect. Wiff the captains and the sailors to their own interest are to be the Can't the south do for the Negro thing that the east, and north can Ha not the Negro a greater claim to the sympathes of the south than east and north, or any other sector the country? If anything is to be the sooner the better. Intention tenses the movement and news stories of suffering and malnour are laughed to scorn T W 10FFK Presiding Elder of the Bessett trust, A M E Church, and New Editor of the Birmingham B On the Job. Employer (to new office) to the cashier (old you what you are this afternoon? Office Boy—Yes, sir; I'm to wake when I see you coming—Christmas later Sholter of His Name. "I trust, Miss Tappit," and the best ly employer to his stenographer, "you have something in reserve at rams day." "Yes sir," answered the young soon "I am going to marry a man mrs Ma kintosh" - Christian Reuist. Lounded With Laurels. "Is your son going to graduate in its year?" "Dumbo. He has acquired so many baseball honors that they don't him to graduate at all" - Louise rever Journal. THE NEW YORK AGE DRAWINGS AND ATHLETICS ```markdown ``` (BY LESTER A. WALTON) ACCORDING to the daily press, the comedy, "Pals First," is in its thirteenth week at the Fulton Theatre. There is some likelihood of "Pals First" encountering hard luck during its thirteenth week if its producers do not promptly expurgate certain lines which hold up the Negro to contempt and ridicule. Throughout the piece such obnoxious terms as "coon" and "nigger" are used without compunction; but the high water mark of defamation and abuse is reached when Dr. Chilton, a "southern gentleman," exclaims: "I NEVER SAW A 'NIGGER' IN MY LIFE THAT WQULDN'T STEAL!" Dr. Chilton sees fit to injest his views about the Negro and his alleged propensities for stealing in answer to the protestations of innocence of Uncle Alex, a colored servant, who is accused of breaking open a drawwer and rifling its contents. Here is another instance of the theatrical producer's utter disregard for the feelings and susceptibilities of the Negro. It is needless to state that no other race would be similarly maligned and ridiculed. The Irish have gone to local theatres and started riots for less. Reflection is made to the Negro's honesty in "Pals First" because the producers think they can get away with it. They do not regard the Negro seriously, believing him to be a happy-go-lucky, inoffensive sort of a human being who 'does not possess the temerity to command respect. Fortunately for the Negro in particular, the African Dodger bill which became a law and operative as soon as Governor Whitman signed it, is a most comprehensive piece of legislation, one which will put a stop to many abuses to which the race is subjected on the stage and on the screen. Had this law been in effect two years ago the producers of "The Birth of a Nation" and the manager of the theatre in which it was shown could have been arrested and prosecuted for holding up the race to ridicule. Aside from ball-dodging under the new act it is a misdemeanor for anyone to do anything whereby the members of a race are held up to contempt or ridicule. This would include pictures such as are sometimes displayed in windows and acts on the stage, "or commits any act or acts whereby any race of citizens of this State is held up to contempt to ridicule is guilty of a misdemeanor,' is the language of the law. I think from experience, I can anticipate the attitude the producer of "Pals First" and the manager of the Fulton Theatre will take. They will blandly state that no offense is meant by the line: "I NEVER SAW A 'NIGGER' IN MY LIFE THAT WOULDN'T STEAL" and appear a bit offended that the colored people of New York have misunderstood them. Of course, the trouble is they have misunderstood the colored people. In many instances in which the Negro is held up to ridicule in the North I do not think the guilty parties are actuated by vicious motives. Very often they do so on the assumption that the Negro will not take offense, an opinion seeming to exist in some quarters that he will not put up a real fight to command respect. This view in itself signifies that wholesome respect for the Negro is lacking. I have seen white men who would sing your praises and consider you a good fellow if you permitted him to call you "nigger" but who referred to you as being "chesty" if you demanded the same courteous A PAGEANT Great Military Ball & Band Concert BY THE Fifteenth Infantry Band General Admission 50 Cents Boxes (Seating 8 Persons) Not Including Admission $5.00 Loges (Seating 6 Persons) Including Admission $5.00 This is positively the only sanctioned Entertainment by the 15th Infantry, before their departure. The proceeds are for the benefit of the Regimental Fund. treatment of him that he demanded of you. For my part I prefer one's respect to his smiles and seeming evidences of friendship. So do most colored people. Between being "popular" and being respected, my choice first, last and all the time is the latter. The African Dodger law is the strongest weapon the colored people of the State of New York have ever been given to fight those who see no harm in ridiculing and defaming the race. Conditions are different in the South, where the law, custom and public sentiment are against the colored American. In New York the Negro has the law on his side, and if such violations as committed at the Fulton Theatre are not prosecuted and stopped the fault is his own. Do not look upon the African Dodger law as an ornament on the statute books. Punish the violators! ST. MARK'S CHURCH CHOIR THE annual appearance for the St Mark's M. E. Church Choir in a choral program which always has been far above the level of mediocrity, has become more than an ordinary local church affair. It has developed to an event in musical circles. This fact was made evidenti Monday evening at St Mark's M. E. Church in Fifty-third street, at the choir's fifth annual entertainment. Hundreds were unable to obtain admission. It would not be too ambitious a step if the choir gave its program next year at Carnegie Hall, and if it renders the majority of its numbers as artistically and effectively as "Listen to the Lambs," was sung Monday evening, it will certainly attract the general attention of music-lovers and win for itself a commanding position as a choral organization that no other colored singing society enjoys in Greater New York to-day. Prof. E. Aldama Jackson, who is responsible for the St Mark's M. E. Church Choir being what it is to-day, has used judgment in not trying to make progress in leaps and bounds. For five years he has made advancement slowly—step by step—until he has a choral organization of great promise. The presence of white musicians was another indication that the choir is making a name for itself beyond its own preeminents. There was a time when our white friends would buy tickets of us with no intention of attending the entertainment in question. But those who purchased tickets for Monday evening at St. Mark's Church did not give them away but used them, there being two hundred white persons in the audience. The most ambitious number on the program was the rendition of "Il Trovature," in which Miss Minnie Brown George W. Taylor and Charles H. Waters appeared to best advantage, while Mrs. Hattie Reaves, Mrs. Ethel Clark, Edgar Hall, William Jarvis, Clifford J. Collins and Charles Howard acceptably handled their singing parts. It was in its rendition of "Listen to the Lambs," however, that the choir did its most finished work of the evening. In this number the singing did not suffer by comparison and there was no need for the critical to be charitable or indulgent. It is doubtful if any of the choral societies in New York could have so intelligently interpreted the piece or rendered it with such feeling, power and balance. The solo work was done by a soprano whose fresh, sweet voice made a most favorable impression last year. She should be heard inore. *Mune, W. O. Terrell, in a soprano solo, "Ernani Involam," was in better form than any time-during her career, and "brought down the house" as usual. David I. Martin, solo violinist, appeared with Mune. Terrell in the number. Clifford J. Collins, tenor soloist, sang "Little Grey Home in the West." The Martin-Smith Symphony Orchestra is making big progress along instrumental lines just as the St. Mark's M. E. Church Choir is going forward vocally, and under David I. Martin is winning recognition. The orchestra did itself proud Monday evening accompanying the singers, and complimentary reference to its work was heard on every hand. The prediction is made that if the St. Mark's M. E. Church Choir, appears at Cincinnati Hall next year, in numbers it can do best—better than others—and accompanied by the Martin-Smith Symphony Orchestra the Negro in New York will soon assume a higher status in the realm of music. Members of St. Mark's M. E. Church Choir are: Sopranos—Mrs. Mary Terrell, Mrs. Ida R. Marks, Mrs. Mildred Bowers, Mrs. Alberta Dillard, Mrs. Hattie Reavis, Mrs. Mary C. Copeland, Mrs. Lola Cherry, Mrs. Nettie Roache, Mrs. Alice Granville, Mrs. Isabella Meyers, Mrs. Lottie Williams, Mrs. Ethel Clark, Miss Helen Fariera, Miss Mayanna Clark, Mrs. Eloise Miller, Mrs. Sophia Davis, Mrs. Elizabeth Robinson, Mrs. Marie Anderson, Miss Annie Holly, Mrs. Alma Watson, Mrs. Alice Jackson, Mrs. Georgia King, Miss Hallie Smith, Mrs. Hattie Jones Altos—Mrs. Elizabeth Bland, Mrs. Josephine Smith, Mrs. Mary Van Liew, Mrs. Ida Small, Mrs. Cora Alston, Mrs. Christina Brown, Mrs. Mamie Thomas, Mrs. Sarah Adams, Mrs. Ella Gillesberry, Miss Emma Harris, Mrs Louise Southall, Mrs. Matilda Vainn, Mrs. Mary Quann, Mrs. Martha Sasser, Mrs. Mamie Hall, Mrs. Pearl W. Jones, Miss Ida Cook, Miss Estella Mason, Mrs. Adah Turner, Mme Daisy Tapley Tenors—Messrs. William Jarvis, Edward Simons, J. Hanibal' Thomas, Dudley Gibson, James Hoyt, Charles Collins, James Nesbett, William Williams, Charles Branche, Charles Marks, Clement Stewart, Edw. W. Jones, C. Harrod, Alfred Freeman, Charles Diggs, James Crochon, Joseph Purvis, G. D. Hernandez Soloists—Miss' Minnie Brown, soprano Charles H. Waters, tenor. George W. Taylor, bass. LAFAYETTE THEATRE Next week at the Lafayette "The Great Divide," one of the latest Broadway successes, will be played. The piece recently closed its big run at the Criterion Theatre. "The Great Divide" is a full-blooded, pulsating play wherein the conflict is that of character as well as in material psychological study and essential melodrama. The introduction of its theme is bold, its development unfinishing, but its simplicity is so unquestionable that even to those whose gentle souls squirm at its actuality, may find in it no suggestion of evil for the sake of evil. Sincerity is necessary, when on the stage three drunken men barter for the possession of an unprotected woman who gives herself to one of them if he will conform by marriage to her inhired feelings for the conventions, and save her from the others. Mr. Moody, the author, states that situation frankly and truthfully without a pandering word to give offense, and then proceeds with his study of the regeneration of man through the love of a woman, bringing into emphasis the narrow uselessness of mindbound view of life, when placed face to face with life itself. Through it all he weaves an engrossing love story with the man and the woman kept apart until the end. Mr. Moody's drama works the wonder of causing indolent and elementary acquaintance deep in intricate discussion of its psychology, its social problems, or of the accuracy of its motives. HAMPTON MEET HAMPTON, Va.—All the events in the annual Hampton Institute Inter-class Athletic meet were run in exceptionally good time, and the men were in excellent form. Charles H. Williams, physical director for boys, was in charge of the meet. The results: 100-yard dash, Elijah McLaren, Englewood, N. J., time 10 1-5 seconds; Luther W Hammond, Johnston, S. C.; John F. Dorssey, Dragonville, Va. Norfolk, Va. time 20 2-5 seconds; John 200-yard dash-Earl B. Patterson, E. Dorssey, E. Ellsworth, S. Wright, Baltimore, Mw. Quarter-mile—Earl P. Patterson, time 53 4-5 seconds; Winnurn S Bagley, Jacksonville, Fla.; Edward G. Tugtaw, Baltimore, Half-mile—Arthur J Banks, Townsued, Va. time 2 minutes 10 4-5 seconds; Ralph L. Burrell, Roanes, Va.; Edgar W Milby, Philadelphia, Pa. Mile—John F. Dorssey, time 5 minutes 7 seconds; Edgar W. Milby; Sanford P. Brady, Bradbury, Va. Shotput—John E. Clayborne, Chester, S. C. distance 38 feet, 9 inches; Charles P. Hachett, Green Bay, Va.; Edward L. Dahney, Hampton, Va. Pole vault—Charles H. Dixon, Savannah, Ga., height 8 feet, 11 inches; Edgar W. Milby. Running high jump—George A Owl, Cherokee Indian, Roddy, S. C., and Louis H. Elliott, Portmouth, Va., tied at 5 feet, 7 inches; Walter B. Baker, Phoebus, Va., 5 feet 4 inches. Running broad jump—Elijah McLaren, distance 20 feet, 7 inches; Charles H. Dixon; Lewis T. Green, Jetsville, Va. 120-yard highfifth hurdles—Elijah McLaren, time 20 seconds; George Williams, Norfolk, Va.; George A. Owl. 200-yard low lowhurdles—W. Hampton Hunter, W. Raleigh, N.C.; time 26 2-5 seconds; Charles P. Hatchett; R. Leon Jordan, Portsmouth, Va. Relay race, won by Day School team; Agricultural Department, second; Trade School '20, third. William H. Scoville served as official scorer; P. F. Skofield as starter; Chas S. Isham as time keeper; Edward H. Bentzel, Russell P. Wolf, Harry F. Van Horn, and James E. Scot tas judges; John H. Harvey as announcer. Elijah McLaren won 15 points; Earl B. Patterson, 1-0 points; John F. Dorey, points. The Preparatory Class won the last time the game. Early in the afternoon the Harpton Institute girls held their annual May party. The May Queen was Ethel G. Horton, Atlanta, Ga., president of the Y. W. C. A., and her attendants were Mildred G. Rogers; Sandy Spring, Md., and Ada M. Jefferson, No. Garden, Va. Four dances—"Snow Fairies" "Wood Nymphs" "Brownies" and "Fireflies"—were given on the Hampton Institute lawn in front of Holly Tree Inn under the direction of Miss Louise G. Russell, M.D., and furnished by the Hampton Institute Band under the direction of Professor William M. O. Tessmann. Lincoln and Cubana Break Even. The Lincoln Giants and the Cuban Stars clashed in a doubleheader. Sunday at Olympic Field, breaking even. The Lincolnens won the first by the one-sided score of 10 to 1, the Cubans finding the pitching of Williams difficult to solve. But two hits were made off Williams' delivery. In the second frame the Cuban Stars came out winner, 3 to 0, Calderin out-pitching Wade. The score: LINCOLN GIANTS: CUBAN STARS: Poles, cf. 0 0 1 0 Remilez, cf. 0 1 0 0 Wallace, cf. 0 0 1 0 Cachon, as. 0 1 0 0 Wiley, ibc. cf. 0 0 4 2 Rivas, 3b 0 0 0 Half, cf. 0 1 0 0 Fabelo, 2b 0 0 0 0 Thomas, cf. 0 1 0 0 Fabelo, 2b 0 0 0 0 Kennard, cf. 0 0 1 0 Fabelo, 1b 0 0 2 Klimbo, 2b 0 1 0 Kourez, rf. 0 2 0 0 Mongin, 3b 0 0 1 Otojo, c 0 2 0 0 Mongin, 3b 0 0 1 Otojo, c 0 2 0 0 Williams, 1b 0 1 0 Cinderin, p 1 1 1 0 Totals 0 5 27 2 Totals 0 5 27 2 First game R. I. E. Cuban Stars R. I. E. Lincoln Glanta 0 0 0 4 1 4 1 0-10 16 3 Cuban Stars 1 00 1 0 0 1 0-10 16 3 Lincoln Glanta 0 0 0 0 0 0 0-0 Batteries—Suzarez and Fernandez, Williams and Kennard Royals Lose to Bushwicks. The Philadelphia Giants lost to the Bushwicks Sunday by the score of 5 to 6. The score: R. H. E. Phila. Gits...0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0-5 4 3 Bushwijk...0 2 0 1 2 0 1 0-x-6 10 5 Batteries—Bradford and Stewart; Girard and Hehman. Baseball in Utica Utica, N. Y.—The young boys of our city have organized a baseball club, for the 1917 season, to be known as the Utica Colored Athletics. They played their first game last Sunday before a large crowd. Their line-up was Manager, Jas Wormworth; Wm. Saunders, 1st base; G. Robinson, short shop; B. Dawson, second base; Chas. Lowls, Jr., center field; F. Washington, R. J. Randolph, catchers; E. Fletcher, right field; J. Washington, left field; J. Frank, third base; I. Grimes,atcher, F. Matthews, T. Grimes, substitutes. This team is open to play any amateur team in the State Address all communications to J. E. Wormworth, 4th Jay street, Utica, N. Y. POLLARD BECOMES A CRACK HURDLER (From: Evening Mail.) In the select circle of hurdlers a new candidate was enrolled at dusk Saturday. Fred Pollard gained admittance after he had captured New England titular honors in both the high and low hurdle events. The sensational Brown University football player defeated a fair field over the 120-yard and 220-yard trenches, finishing the first named in 16 3-5 seconds and the other in 26 seconds. Pollard was in rare form. After his two hurdling performances he broadpumped 21 feet and 4 inches for third place to W. Bjorn, of Trinity, Nicholls, a clubmate, won the discus throw and took second in the shotput, but between them they could not overcome M. I. T's score. The Brown men turned up the best performances of the day. Pollard surprised the spectators by his splendid hurdling. Local enthusiasts saw the Smart Set A.C. games in Brooklyn several weeks ago. On that occasion Pollard defeated Arthur Engels and one or two others in a short race. He might have changed the general aspect of the national championships had he been allowed to come down for them. Pollard is one of the best athletes turned out by the so-called small colleges in a decade. They say he can print with the best of them. We hope to see more of him in the near future. The New England champs was an ordinary meet. Only eight of the seventen colleges enrolled were represented because of war-time conditions. Most of the leading athletes are doing business with Uncle Sam—the serious kind. FARRELL, PA. Farrell, Pa—Mrs. J. T. Ransy is visiting her father, the Rev. J. J. Norris, of Kane Pa. Mrs. Augustus Doutt is visiting her mother. Mrs. Mary Paterson, of Apollo Pa. Mrs. Katharine Dickerson, who was, on the sick list, is convalescent Mrs. Lila Nelson is visiting her mother in Rochester. Frank Coleman has returned from a visit to Philadelphia, where he was called by the serious illness of his mother Mrs. Elizabeth Cook, daughter of Mr. Johnson, and head nurse at the Municipal Hospital, Pittsburg, spent the week-end with Mrs. Lewis Thompson and other friends. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Gray have moved from Sharon to Farrell. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Thompson and daughter Virginia were in Youngstown Tuesday. Miss Daisy Griffin, a recent graduate of Spellman University, is now residing with Mrs. P. C. Lewis, whom she will assist in her beauty parlor PHILADELPHIA, PA. PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—Clarence Coleing, five years old, died Wednesday in St. Agnes Hospital. The child was struck by an automobile in front of his home on Friday. The motorist disappeared. The Rev David S. Cincore, the trajgedian, is making an extensive trip through Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York. He is meeting with much success. Adelme Staples, 712 South Park avenue, leaped from the second story window of her home to escape flames Monday morning. Her elbow and hips were injured. The loss amounted to $400. Escaping gas from a slot meter almost caused the death of Robert Jones, twenty-three years old, in his room at 2115 Jefferson street, early Thursday morning. He was found unconscious and was removed to the German Hospital where his condition is reported serious. In an attempt to escape from the House of Correction at Holmesburg on Thursday, Calvin Coleman, nineteen years old, of Baltimore, where he has good parents living, was urowned in the Peinypack Creek. The "singiest" in which the voices of all nationalities will harmonize in singing the national anthem, to be become a part of the patriotic program of the public schools here. The anniversary services of Phillips Brooks Memorial P. E. Church, Lombard street, above 19th, will take place on Sunday, June 10. The Rev. H. C. Bishop, of St. Church New York City, will have charge. Dr. Matthew Anderson, pastor of the Berean Presbyterian Church and Superintendent of the Berean Manual and Training School, has gone to Dallas, Texas, to attend the Presbyterian General Assembly. Gibson's New Standard Theatre, Philadelphia, this week presents The Ten Lady Barbers, Laura Bailey and her Jolly Fun Makers, String Beans, Harper, Blanks and Pugh, Bonnie and Semoura, Gourley and Keenan. Next week the management will present Broadway Rastus with S. H. Dugley in the title role and a cast of 50 people. The commencement of the Downingtown industrial School takes place on Monday, May 29, in the new Pennsylvania Hall in the city. The backyard school gardens are to be the training camps this summer for next year's agricultural army. Credella Hall, seven years old, 2347 Stewart street, sick for a week without medical attention, died Monday night before a physician arrived. Rev. Henry Y. Arnett, who represents the First Episcopal District, has returned from Wilberforce, Ohio, where he was attending an executive board meeting. The Orville, Wilmington, Atlantic City and Wildwood Elks joined in with the Quaker City Elks and attended the annual Thanksgiving and Memorial services held at Mt. Mizpah Church. The Quaker City female band furnished the music, their first time to appear in public. William Jones was the patron of the day of the P. C. Campbell, 52 years old, editor of the 1706 Woodstock Court, died at his home, the 1706 Woodstock stock, May 11. He was buried May 14 from Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church, the Rev. M. Hannan officiating. Detective George Williams, colored, rescued Albert J. Molley of 610 North 40th street, white, from an infurated crowd which was attacking him and threatened to lynch him for having used alleged reasonable language concerning the American flag and the United States army and navy officers. Molley WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, MAY 28. which has just closed its big Broadway run at the Criterion Theatre with Henry Miller and a star cast. THE LAFAYETTE PLAYERS. Phillip Jordan ..... Andrew S. Bishop Polly Jordan, his wife ..... Susie Sutton Mrs Jordan, his mother ..... Laura Bowman Ruth Jordan, his sister ..... Abbie Mitchell Winthrop Newbury ..... Wm. "Babe" Townsend Dr. Newbury, his father ..... J. Frunces Morse Stephen Ghent ..... Walker Thompson Lon Anderson ..... A. B. deComathiere Burt Williams ..... Walter Robinson Dutch ..... Sidney Kirkpatrick Pedro ..... H. L. Pryor A Contractor ..... Lloyd Gibbs An Architect ..... Lionel Monagee A Boy ..... Lillian Gilliam 1899 THE EIGHTEENTH ANNIVERSARY 1917 OF THE Women's Mite Missionary Society of the NEW YORK CONFERENCE BRANCH WILL BE CELEBRATED BY AN ALL DAY MEETING, consisting of Three Sessions, 10.30 a.m. 2.30 p.m. 7.45 p.m. CONCLUDING WITH A BANQUET at Bethel A. M. E. Church, 56 W. 132nd St. TUESDAY, JUNK 5th, 1917 ADMISSION For all Day and Banquet 25 Cents Excellent Speakers and Famous Singers will partake MRS. B. W. COOK of Chicago, First Prep. [1899] DR. RANKIN, Missionary Secretary Bishop TYREE B. W. ARNETT, Pastor Bathol Church Mrs. RANSOM, and others of note DBS. COOPER and WAITERS, Presiding Elders MRS. OPHELIA LAWRENCE, President of N.Y. Branch ST. MARK'S M. E. CHURCH, 237 W. 53d St., N. Y. City Monday Evening, June 4, 1917 who was said to have been intoxicated, was reproved by a naval officer who overheard his remarks, and he then attacked the officer. The crowd quickly gathered. He was taken to the City Hall for a hearing. The nineteenth session of the Philadelphia and Baltimore annual conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church, now in session, is said to be the largest and best conference of the district ever held. Indications point to the greatest financial report in the history of the conference. The one hundred and first annual conference of the First Episcopal District of the A. M. E. Church is now in session, Bishop Tyrese presiding. The studies of the auxiliary committee of the Mt. Pisgah Church, where the conference is being held, presented the bishop with a bouquet of 17 American Beauty roses, each representing a year's service as bishop. SPRINGFIELD, MASS SPRINGHIELD, Mass.—The eleventh annual conference of Colored Congregational Churches of New England and vicinity will convene in the Dixwell Avenue Congregational Church of New Haven, Thursday, June 7. There will he about five delegates from the St. John's Church of this city. Instead of the regular sermon, a sacred musicale was rendered before a large audience Sunday evening at the St. John's Church by the different musical organizations of the church. The program was most pleasing and consisted in part as follows: Organ voluntary, Miss A. T. Dermis; anthem, Young People's choir; song, Sunday School choir; violin solo, Hortis Phramme; jubilee song, Double Jubilee Quartet; vocal solo, Wesley Jackson; organ selection, Miss Alice Phramme; anthem, Morning Choir; organ selection, Miss Dennis; jubilee song, Double Quartet. Sunday afternoon the Men's Brotherhood of the Third Baptist Church gave a social concert before a well filled church. Benjamin A. Peters, the president, presided. The program was well rendered and consisted of 'vocal and instrumental selections and readings'. James Jones, of Suffield, Conn; president of the Third Church of that town, was present and made a brief talk. The Brotherhood is to observey adelies' night Wednesday evening, at which time Neil McPherson, of this city, is to deliver an address. A substantial sum was realized from the concert given at the Loving Street Church Friday evening, under the auspices of the Allen C. E. League. This sum is to go toward the fund needed for the annual conference which meets soon. Circle "M" of St John's Church will give a concert Friday evening, June 1. at which time Miss Beatrice Jackson, of Tarrytown, N Y., is to sing. Within the past week two pretty birthday surprise parties have been held. Friday evening for Miss Addie Wade at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bolden, Adam street; Monday evening Miss Edna Randolph's Sunday School class surprised her with a, very merry party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, 162 Walnut street. Friday of this week Dr. and Mrs William N. DeBerry will leave for a fortnight's trip to points in Virginia and North Carolina. On the 27th Dr. DeBerry is to preach the baccalaureum sermon at the Cappaohastic Industrial School. From there he will go to the J. K. Brick School at Enfield, N.C. and will deliver the Commencement address May 13. Mrs Carrie Spencer Dugger has the distinction of being the first woman of the race to secure a full-fledged auto license to operate an auth in Massachusetts. Mrs Dugger ran her car at year on what is called an owner's license. This year she operates with the regular state license. Mrs. Davis Jennings, of Upper Union street, is visiting her sister, Mrs. M. Stillwell, in Orange, N. J. Miss Mary E. Matthews, of Monroe street, left Sunday for a two weeks' visit with relatives in Boston. Rev. W. W. De Berry was elected exalted honorary member of the Zeta Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Society of Yale University BIRMINGHAM, ALA BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Services at A friendship Baptist Church were well attended Sunday. The pastor, Chas Thompson, of Uniontown, preached a good sermon on "Real Religion." The choir rendered appropriate music. Night services began promptly at 8, with a good number present. The Sunday-School is doing good work. W.F. Dowdell continues to look after the children with increasing interest. The Sunday School lesson, "Jesus the True Vine," was reviewed by Miss Beatrice Pigler, the teacher of Advance Class No. 4, Miss Essie B. Hill, teacher of Galeda Class No. 2, and Mrs. McDowald, a good and faithful member of the chool. They all gave very helpful ideas. The B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p. m. under President Mosley, continues with much success. Ed Benjamin of 1920 Avenue C, who has been employed for a number of years by the Birmingham Macaroni Co has left the city for Cleveland, to take up his residence. Mrs. Benjamin accompanied him. They were strong members of the Payne Chapel C. M. E Church and will be greatly missed. At the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, North Birmingham, last Sunday, was a grand rally and a large amount of money was raised. The Rev. J T Moore, the pastor, was assisted by the Revs J. W Wright of Layrton and J T. Latham of East Lake. The Rev Ed. Brown, deacon of Mt. Olivet Baptist church, is reporter and agent for The Age for Layrton, Ala. EUGENE ELMORE, - Manager SEVENTH AVENUE AND LIST STRK TELERONE 1811 MORNINGHIP CORPORATION. Lesnes THE NEW YORK AGE, THURSDAY, MAY 26, 1917 News Nuggets From Near and Far. D. J. Jones, principal of the Crockett High School, has been elected president of the East Texas Teachers' Association. John Hopkins has been re-elected alderman at Wilmington, Del. He is owner of the Hopkins Theatre and is also a druggist. Near eight Negroes have enlisted in the regular army at Columbia, S. C. are training station since March. Colored soldiers are in charge of the office. Miss Hadlede Regan, colored, has been honored by the members of the Decatur (ILL) High School, having been chosen to play a piano solo at the commencement exercises. Abel P. Caldwell, for many years editor of the Philadelphia Courant, was buried May 14. He had been in ill health for several months. The deceased was 52 years old. In the vicinity of Thomasville, Ga., it is reported that the exodus of Nergoes has done more harm to farming than the holl weevil. Few white men can work in the cotton fields like Nergoes; it is charged. Officers of the Colored Federated Charites of Memphis, Tenn., are H. C. Shepherd, president; H. C. Daniels, vice-president and treasurer; Mrs. Lida Bumpus, secretary; Mrs. M. E. Frank-Fin, assistant secretary. The following have been elected officers of the Home Defense Guards of Los Angeles, Cal; William Reynolds, captain; R. C. Cole, first lieutenant; Richard Nelson, second lieutenant. All have seen service in the regular army. Some of the members of the Little Rock, Ark, Law Association are T. J. Price, W. McIntosh, J. R. Rooker, W. E. Gay, J. A Hibbler, J. W. King, J. Brown, N. H. Nichols, S. A. Jones, W. E. Clarke, A. V. Jones and M. W. Gay. The Mercy Hospital board of Tulsa, Okla. has been organized with the following members: The Rev. C. R. Tucken, J H Goodwin, Dr. B. Thompson, W W Wright, William Walker, Charles Johnson and Mesdames Robinson and Lollis. The Palmetto Medical Association met in Columbia, S C., recently, and the following officers were chosen for the ensuing year, Dr. Frank B. Johnson, president; Dr. A. J. Collins, vice president; Dr. J. E. Thomas, secretary and Dr H H. Cooper, treasurer. Prof G. A. Edwards, has been chosen president of Kittrell College. He was for fifteen years a teacher at Shaw University and is the only licensed architect of color in North Carolina. As head of the Department of Industries at Shaw. Prof. Edwards has made an enviable reputation. MUSICALE AT MONTCLAIR. MONTCLAIR, N. J—A musicale and reception by the Men's Club of Trinity Episcopal Church of Montclair took place in the Metropolitan Hall on Thursday evening, 17th inst. The hall was filled with an appreciative audience, who listened to a classical program ably supported by Mme. Lala Robinson Jones, Sr.; Jean Louce, Messrs H. Leonard Jeter, Thus. R Hall and A. G Dill Mme. Jones defined the audience with her splendid soprano voice. Her rendition, of difficult floral passages brought down the house. Perhaps the keenest interest was centered in Sr Jean Louce, who without the slightest doubt an accomplished singer His polished vocal training combined with a voice that is at once impressive and under wonderful control, gives him a decided authority of tone coloring and of effective interposition. His rendition of "I Hear You Calling Me" was masterly and was crowned with vociferous applauses Mr. Jeter proved himself a cellist of no ordinary type. He certainly captivated his audience with his wonderful performance on the violinello Mr Hall's baritone voice was also heard to advantage. South Carolina A. & M. College. Vice President to the New York Age. ORANGEBURG, S. C.—Features of the commencement exercises of the State Agricultural and Mechanical College, add May 16-24, R. S. Wilkinson, president, were as follows: Sunday, May 20, baccalaureate session, Rev E. J Gregg, Rock Hill, hill address, Rev R. J. Crockett, York May 21, Class Day Exercises, Declaration and Oratorical Contest. May 22, Graduation of Agricultural, Mechanical and Domestic Science Departments, Conservatory Concert. May 23, laying the Cornerstone of Morrill Hall; excuses Alumni Association, addresses by Prof. George W. Howard; class of 1897, Georgetown, S. C. Rev. Frank Quick, Class 1902, Syracuse, S. C. Rev. A. W. Brown, Class 1907, Belton, S. C. May 24, Meeting of the Board of Trustees; Farmers Conference and Graduation of the College and Normal Departments Address by Rev. N. F. Haywood, Columbia, S. C. Armstrong & Cardoza Graduates. **WASHINGTON, D. C.—The following are awarded diplomas at the commencement exercises of the Armstrong Manual Training and Cardozo Schools: Graduate of Armstrong: Dressmaking and ladies tailoring—Pany G. B. Baltimore Lana S. Buckner, Nellie G. Cramer, Ella O. Christian, Emma Comell, Sarah Dickerson, Annie E. Edwards, Mary Kosman, Rosa J. Harland, Mary Johnson, Estelle M. Telesle, Nanny Tire Mary I. Turner, Elizabeth M. Johnson, A Wardell Williamson, Martiala school and household management Jesse F. Bell, Marie C. Blue, Mary I. Brown Hadassah I. Ease, Mamie I. Millard Efhel M. Powell, Jia I. South Vola V. Smith, Catherine Terry Madeline O. Thomas, Mamie I. Turner, Clara F. Wallace, Infer F. Williams The Lincoln, University commencement exercises have been cancelled at the request of the State Board of Education of Pennsylvania because of war. Members of the senior class signing the announcement; were Harold Brown, president; W. G. Price, J. H. H. Alston, H. W. Greene and Alvah Creditt. The mayor of Elizabeth, N. J., has protested against real estate agents charging Negroes coming from the South exorbitant rents. A member of the City Council of Socialistic tendencies has introduced a resolution which will allow the city to purchase land, build houses and rent them to Negroes at nominal prices. It is estimated that the following number of Negroes have left the various States since the migration wave struck the South; Virginia, 49,768; North Carolina, 35,767; Mississippi, 35,291; South Carolina, 27,560; Arkansas, 23,528; Tennessee, 22,632; Kentucky, 21,855; Louisiana, 16,912; Florida, 10,829; Texas, 10,670; Oklahoma, 5,386. --- An insurance company organized by colored men, to be known as the Bookerte Benefit Association, is doing business at Muskogee, Okla, with the following officers: J. M. Love, president; H. King, vice-president; H. S. Boulware, secretary; Mrs. M. I. Love, auditor; Dr. R. H. Waterford, medical examiner; Brown and Stewart, counselors The Hotel Men's Benevolent Association of Houston, Tex., at its annual election, selected the following officers: Homer McCoy, president; C. B. Alexander, vice-president; W. C. Cartwright secretary; W. A. Attaw, assistant secretary; William Dandridge, treasurer W. H. Pratt, auditor; A. Byers, representative; Henry Jerome, inner guard H. J. Mitchell, chaplain. The graduating exercises of the Lincoln Hospital Training School, Durham, N. C., were held Monday. Those awarded diplomas were Pattie Dolphine Nicholson, Norfolk, Va.; Enla Gertrude Hagans, Rocky Mount, N. C.; Julia Arnita Breeder, Tampa, Fla.; Beaufort Jamie Pickens, Statesville, N. C.; Willie Frelon Bailey, Roxhore, N. C.; Luvesta Elizabeth Marable, Greensboro, N. C.; Annie Marjorie Pickens, Statesville, N. C.; Annie Dayton Clark, Laurel Hill, N. C. At the nineteenth annual session of the Baptist General Association of Virginia, held at Portsmouth, Va, the following officers were elected: The Rev. Z. D. Lewis, Richmound, president; the Rev. R. J. Langston, Norfolk, vicepresident; the Rev A. A. Graham, Phoebus, recording secretary; the Rev G. E. Reed, Cheriton, corresponding secretary; the Rev M. C. Rux, Keysville, statistical secretary; the Rev A. Binga, Jr., Richmond, treasurer; the Rev J. A. Brinkley, Smithfield, auditor. Millinery—Sarah—H. Baker, Dora Brown, Louise B. Fry, Lola Timus, and Sadie H. Johnson. Leon Anderson, woodworking and Leonard Hyman, applied electricity, Cardozo graduates: Machine shop—Francis C. Carter and William M. Quenan; carpentry—Louis Williams; plastering, Samuel Snowden and William H. Hill Atlantic City Amateurs ATLANTIC CITY, N. J—The "Krazy Kats," a club composed of several of the older boys of the Arctic Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A., are rehearsing diligently for their jubilee minstrels, which will be staged at Fitzgerald's Auditorium, on Friday evening, June 8 for the benefit of the Branch. As some of the best amateur talent Atlantic City affords is connected with the club, it will no doubt be a huge success. The enterprise is a deserving one, so it is to be hoped that it will be well supported. The boys are under the able directorship of Cassie C Norwood of Billiken and St Christopher Club fame. The club promises to make the evening replete with mirth, laughter and everything else that tends to make a social occasion in Atlantic City perfect. HOT SPRINGS VA Hot Springs. Vn.-The Rev L. R. W. Johnson, pastor of Court Street Baptist Church, Lynchburg, preached an able sermon at Smith Chapel Sunday night. The trustees have had the Chapel thoroughly renovated inside and out. The Fisher boys have gone home to attend the funeral of one of their brothers. Cascade Lodge No. 99 K. of P., had a jolly good time Friday night. Nineteen candidates were initiated and three members were reinstated. Among the visiting knights present were Dr. W. W. Johnson and S. A. Smith of Covington and W. R. Watkins of Lynchburg. Mrs. C. B. Callahan returned Saturday from a visit to friends in Lynchburg and Campbell County. John Frazier left here. Sunday for Washington and his home at Kinsale, Va. Captain C. L. Starks has returned from visiting his sick mother at Eagle Mount, Va., and reports her much better. PORTSMOUTH N. H. Portsmouth, N. H.—The death of William T. Pattillo occurred at his home, 61 Manning street, Monday evening, after a lingering illness. He was a member of the Pearl Street People's Baptist Church and was president of the People's Mutual Benefit Society. He leaves a wife and one daughter to mourn his loss, who have the sympathy of a large circle of friends, Stover Post No 1, Grand Army of the Republic, the Sons of Veterans, the Spanish War Veterans and the Women's Relief Corps will hold their memorial services at the Pearl Street People's Baptist Church Sunday morning, May 27. The sermon will be preached by the pastor, the Rev. John L. Davis. VOORHEES NORMAL AND INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL (Continued from page one) Fund, is about $200,000. There are eighteen different industries taught, and the work is correlated with that of the Normal Department. The corps of teachers number thirty-six, and the enrollment for the term was eight hundred and twelve students. Principal Jesse O. Thomas, in introducing Hon. J. C. Napier, as the Commencement speaker, made the following introductory remarks: "We are more highly honored by the presence of our Commencement speaker this afternoon, upon our platform, than words at my command will either indicate or suggest, because of his moral dignity and clean living. He is held in the same high regard by all of the race elements in the community in which he lives. Because of recognizing his worth and integrity, the national government elevated him to the position of Register of the Treasury. Every paper dollar made between the years 1908-12 has his signature affixed thereon. He is Cashier at The Penny Savings Bank of Nashville, Teem, President of the National Negro Business League, and a member of the Board of Trustees of Fisk University, Walden University, Meharty Medical College, and a member of the Board of Trustees and also a member of the Executive Committee of the Anna T. Jeans Fund. I have the honor and satisfaction of presenting to you the Honorable James C. Napier, President of the largest Negro organization of the civilized world." Mr. Napier, in his address, spoke in part as follows: "Finally, let me again urge you to go into those fields, and by the practical application of every phase of your learning and education, by the proper use of your eloquence and oratory transform conditions and place yourselves where you and other members of our race may rightly reap those profits and benefits which are now drifting into the hands of others. "Young friends, if you meet the expectations of your parents, your friends and of this school; if you discharge the obligations which your presence and your stay on these grounds have placed upon you; when you go away from this school when you accept its certificate of character, its guarantee to the world that you are worthy, you will go out with this firm resolve in your mind and heart; I am going to be something. If I must I am going to begin at the bottom. I am going to do something worthy of the opportunities before me, which commensurate with the advantages which here enjoyed, and something worthy of the progressive race of which I am proud to be a member. If you have the ambition to start in this direction, success will certainly crown your efforts. "My charge to you is, first: Build character after the model of the lowly Nazarene. Second: Make friends with the people with whom you live and by whom you are surrounded, and, once made cling to them as with hooks of steel. Third: Let reliability, promptness and thoroughness characterize your every undertaking. Fourth: Be courteous, patient and persevering. Fifth: Let your life be one of honesty, charity, veracity, integrity and cheerfulness. "Until this period of our existence men have been wont to talk of the crisis in the existence of this or of that nation. But the time has now come when we no longer speak of the crisis of individual nations, but of the great crisis that faces the entire world. The present European war waged to maintain democracy and the liberty of the people, will result in a complete change of many relations which have heretofore existed. You are here preparing to meet these changed conditions and to perform your part in the great drama which is to follow "It affords me great pleasure to be with you on this occasion, and to witness the commendable efforts being here made to prepare you for that event and to advance, to Christianize and to educate our youth. The environments by which we are here surrounded, from their very appearance, indicate culture, refinement, purity of thought and nobleness of aspiration. From these it is evident that you are preparing to embrace the work of life and not to shun it. No more beautiful place, no more lovely spot could be found on the face of the earth to build a school than we behold right here in these magnificent acres. Not only has nature and nature's God peculiarly adapted these surroundings for the purposes of a great school of learning, but man and woman, themselves, those who went before, those who came after, those who are now at the helm, by their clear foresight and wise guidance have created sentiment which envelopes everything; and all who come within the benign influence feel that liberty, freedom, and good will are to be found awaiting them on every hand. "I have long wanted to come to this place. On the outside it is observed that it is a place of Booker T. Washington's spirit. His spirit stalks around here at Voorhees like at Tuskegee. One of the first things I did when coming here was to make a pilgrimage to the grave of your Founder. Her spirit, and her desires we find now here as when she was here—going hand in hand with that of Booker T. Washington. You have advantages here that Tuskegee never enjoyed. You have opportunities that should make this school the greatest in the land. If what we have heard and have seen to-day is an evidence of your work, there is no work greater than your work here." - The remarks of Principal Thomas to the graduating class followed. "There are two things that we hope that each member of the class, as he goes out in the world about us, will keep uppermost in his mind. First; We hope that you will fully realize that schools, like all other enterprises and institutions, are in constant competition, or, by virtue of their nature, often measured, with other institutions of their kind. One of the mediums through which this competition is fostered and encouraged is by the activities of the men and women whom each school sends out into the world. You will find in the community where you go, a graduate or graduates from a school or schools. The people of the communities will consciously or unconsciously be constantly comparing the relative value of the service rendered by the "Voorites" graduates, with that rendered by the graduates of whatever school or schools that may be represented in that particular community. The young man or young woman who forgets that this condition obtains in every community, will sooner or later, prove a disappointment to this institution, who will finally fail in life. On the contrary; the young man or young woman who keeps this thought of competition constantly in mind, in the young man or young woman who is going to succeed. The second and last thought that I wish to you at this time is this: Make your life a standard in the fullest sense of the word. "A few days ago I was in a large plant in Rochester, New York. The product of this plant has no superior anywhere. It is the standard. It is my desire that your lives be as standard as the 'Y. & E.' as the Roycroft, as the Nabisco, as the commody that is ninety-nine and forty-four per cent. pure. These are not only standards. We desire that you be recognized standards. "The people's attitude toward Voorhees forever hereafter is going to be determined in a very-large degree by your own conduct. What Voorhees will mean to the people whom you serve will be determined by the character of the work you do, and the influence you exert. Like the national trademarks referred to a few moments past, we hope that your lives will be so consecrated to service, each in his particular sphere, that the word 'Voorhees' may henceforth mean industry, may mean economy, may mean thrift, may mean frugality, may mean charity, may mean moral courage to do the right, may mean sobriety, sober in business, may mean earnestness of purpose, may mean honesty in intention, may mean, in the last analysis, the highest type of real Christian civilization." Among the visitors attending the Commencement exercises were: Maj. Grover Hardin, Commandant and Dr. R. S Wilkinson, President, State A. & M College, Orangeburg; Mrs. R. S Wilkinson, president, State Federation of South Carolina Women's Clubs, Orangeburg; Dr. E. R. Roberts, Director of Sunday Schools for Young People's Work, of the American Baptist Publication Society, Florence; Rev. J. W Boykin, Camden, S. C.; Mrs, Ida Pope, Detroit, Mich.; Rev. J. M. Miller, Blackville, S. C; Booker T. Washington, Jr., Tuskegee, Ala.; Rev. Laurence Fenninger, Associate Chaplain Hampton Normal and Agricultural Institute, and others LEXINGTON VA Lexington, Va.—Mother's Day was observed Sunday at the Randolph Street M. E. Church. The Rev. S. A. Thurston preached Sunday afternoon at Collierstown, Va. Mrs. Nannie Scruggs, who was operated on at the Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital, is steadily improving. Any lady who can see well is requested to take from the Red Cross room on the corner of Nelson and Lee streets a pair of pajamas to make for the soldiers. STAUNTON. VA. Staunton, Va.—Mr. and Mrs. L. T. Washington of North Garden spent Tuesday in the city visiting Mr. and Mrs. Billips. They were en route to White Sulphur Springs, Va. Mrs. James Green has returned here from Charleston, W. Va. Miss Madeline Lewis spent several days here. She stopped with Mr. and Mrs. Allen. Mrs. Minnie Carter of Batesville was here Tuesday. Dr. J. L. Martin spent Saturday in Charlestonville on business. Catholics live on business Mrs Lena Mosly and Mrs., 18 H. McGriffin spent Sunday in Winchester visiting Mr and Mrs M L Brown. YOUNGSTOWN. O Youngstown, O—Mrs. Calvin Bannier of Clyde street, who underwent an operation at the City Hospital last week is improving nicely. Mrs. Anna Shaw and daughter of Pittsburgh, spent a few days with Mrs. Charles Jackson of West Myrtle avenue. J. D Ramsay of 257 Commerce street who has been on the slick list for four weeks, shows some improvement. The anniversary sermon preached to the Knights of Pythias, Sunday, at the Oak Hill A M E. Church, was largely attended. Mrs. W C Scott is ill at her home in North Carolina Frank Cromwell was taken to St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Sunday, very ill A. H. Jenkins and Mr. and Mrs. Tasborn were called to Cumberland, Md., by illness. RALEIGH, N. C. Raleigh, N. C.-The Rev. Jas. K. Satterwhite returned to the city last Friday from the diocesan convention which convened in Wilson, N. C., last Tuesday. It is gratifying news to colored Episcopalians to learn that this convention the Rt. Rev. Bishop James B. Cheshire, presiding bishop of this diocese, appointed a committee to take into consideration and map out a plan by which a Negro suffragan bishop may be elected to serve the large number of Negro Episcopalians in this diocese. Miss Mary J. Satterwhite, sister of the Rev. Jas. K. Satterwhite, left the city Sunday night en route to Manchester, VT., to visit friends. The Rev. J. E. King of Charlotte, N. C., passed through the city Monday en route to Wilson, N. C. Last Monday afternoon Prof. L. H. Roberts, teacher of agricultural gardening, and Miss Beatrice Jones, teacher of domestic science in the public graded schools of this city, delighted many visitors and patrons of the Garfield graded schools with lectures and demonstrations in seed planting, cooking and other domestic work. At the recommendation of Prof. Roberts, the visitors organized a gardener's union and elected as its officers T. L. McCoy, president, Mrs. R. H. Halt, secretary, the Rev. James Tate, treasurer. This organization is to foster the garden spirit in this community. The president being a practical gardener, promises to use his best efforts toward adding and advancing every family in the community to plant and cultivate a garden. The remains of Mrs. Cynthia Rogers. wife of Brodie Rogers, who died at the home of her daughter, Mr. Nota Randa, in Philadelphia, Pa., were brought to this city for burial, which took place in-Mount Hope Cemetery, Monday. Mrs. Ethel Rogers, wife of Dr. Clarence Rogers of Bluedell, W. Va., is in the city visiting her parents, Capt. and Mrs. J. E. Hamlin. Mrs. W. T. Harris, a student at the High Point Normal and Industrial School, has returned home. The Old Fellows of this city donated to the District Nurse Fund $14.35, it being one-third of the total collection after the thanksgiving sermon had been preached. The many friends of the Rev. W. S. Matthews, pastor of the Manley Street Christian Church, who went to a Norfolk, Va., sanctum to be treated for rheumatism, is much improved and is expected to return to this city this week. STAMFORD CONN Stamford, Conn.-Hollister Poor, Jr., of 37 Gay street, motored to Savin Rock Sunday for lunchoon. William Walton of West Broad street spent Sunday in South Norwalk and Bridgeport with friends. William Moor of Hotel Morton spent Sunday with friends out of town. Mrs. Mary J. Lewis of Hill street has been sick in the Stamford Hospital, but is much improved. The Rambler A. A. Club will give their first dance in Mechanics' Hall May 29. The Amsterdam Orchestra will play. Miss Rosa Cousin of Bridgeport gave a concert Friday night for the benefit of the Union Baptist Church, which was well attended. John Bragg spent Sunday with out of town friends. Edward Jones accidentally stuck a knife in his foot. It was quite painful, but is much better. The Rev. Mr. Collins of the A. M. E. Church was very much surprised the other night when his members clubbed together and gave him a the tailor-made suit. The Dunbar Lodge, No. 5, K. P., took in six members the other night. This is a new lodge just started in Stamford. Manson Short, William Williams and Elmer Thompson of this city have started a garage. BALTIMORE MD Baltimore Me. The Woman's Patriotic League held a patriotic mass meeting at John Wesley M. E. Church Sunday night. The speakers, including Judge John C Rose of the United States Court, the Rev Ernest Lyon, Howard M. Gross and Captain William R Spencer Mrs. K. Bertha Hurst presided and Bishop John Hurst delivered the invocation. J. Logan Jenkins is a member of the grand jury for the May term The Rev. G. R. Waller of Springfield, Mass., was a visitor here this week England would not have gotten a charter from St. John, had it not been for A large number of the members of the Order of Good Hope heard the Rev. R. W. S. Thomas preach the annual sermon to local lodges at the Metropolitan M. E Church Sunday. City Councilman Henry S. Cummings is ill at his home, 1318 Drudg Hill avenue. The following students of Morgan College have volunteered their services for the Military Training Camp Wm. T. Bell, J Shreword Bond Benjamin H. Bonds, Marion R Brown, Gordon H. Bard Douglas J Camper, Robert W. Cheers, Edward W. Dorsey, James C. Funcey, Richard I Hoskins, Win J Hughes, J Stanley James, Melbourne C Langford Oregon C Lawse Joseph McDouglas Chimon B Miles Walter O Osborne Idmund B Faxton, Charles J Rusk L Mphonso Smith Rufo T Nucker Mbert F Valentine Man W Watty Shelley Wilson Idmund B Lostman Joseph Hynne BRUNSWICK GA. Bos s Wick, Ga - The junior class of St. Athanasius entertainment in honor of the senor class Friday night, May 18 Many guests were present. The fourteenth successful term of Selden Institute ended May 10. The massale held Monday night in the memorial hall under the music directress, Miss Addie Robinson, was good. The alumnus association gave its annual dinner on the beautiful campus Tuesday afternoon. C. A Shaw, Jr., an alumnus of Selden, gave the address, after which short speeches were made by various members and friends. The commencement exercise were held Wednesday in the chapel. Misses Aridena Hill, Bertha Flynn and their mother, Mrs. Rachel Hill, left Thursday morning for New York, where they will reside). Mrs. Martha Fletcher, who has been ill for some time, departed this life a few days ago. C. A. Shaw, Jr., of Atlanta, formerly of this city, now has charge of the agency division of the Independent Life Insurance Co., of Atlanta. The- primary department of Risley Public School, under the supervision of Misses M. A. Worthy, V. E. Borroughs and T. L. Farrar, entertained the Parent-Teachers' Association 'May 16, with a May festival. The May pole was plaited with the National colors. St Athanasius school closed May 23. WHITE SULPHUR, W. VA. WHITE SULPHUR, W. Va.-Horace Fisher was called to Richmond, Va. on Saturday by the sudden death of his brother, the opening of the "Little Butterfly Inn," under the management of Wm Booker, added much to the past week's enjoyment. Ira Watts spent Sunday at White Sulphur while on his way to Natural Ridge, Va., Newsome, Mrs. Gene Grahane left Monday for the capital city, where they will man for a fortnight. During absence of the head hallman, Mr. Newsome, Capt. Robert Childs and Jas McKenney have charge of the helmens department at the Greenbrier Hotel L. B. Hunt is spending his vacation in the Cosmopolitan city. The Rev. Mr. Jackson, of the First Baptist Church, held his baptism on Dry Creek Sunday. The weather was fine and the entire community turned out, together with many white friends and prominent guests from the Greenbrier Hotel. Restaurant Men Attention !!! 49 West 135th Street FOR RENT—Large store; fine show windows, excellent location for right party. Cheap rent. Apply MANHEIMER BROS., 162 West 34th St., Tel 5660 Greeley 55 West 98th Street 6 rooms, steam heat, hot water electric lights in hall. $26 per month. Apply Nail & Parker or Janitor on premises. STAMFORD, CONN. STAMFORD, Conn.-Jesse Head, secretary of the Bethel Literary Society, read a very interesting paper on "Education" last Tuesday night. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. L. Williams and Mrs. Henry Allen have been called upon by the Congecticut Railway Company to make a written statement concerning an accident at the time they were aboard one of their street cars. FLORENCE, S. C. FLORENCE, S. C.—Thomas Broadnax of Augusta, Ga., passed through the city recently. For more than sixteen years Mr. Broadnax has been in the U. S. Navy. He is now on the U. S. Warrington. Rev. L. B. Thompson, of this city, preached the Odd Fellows' thanksgiving sermon at Ebenezer Baptist church at Dunbar, S. C., May 13th, using as a text the words: "I know if you wilt thou canst make me clean." The sum of $8.50 was donated to him. W. B. Johnson of Pamplico, spent a few days in the city recently. He came from Jamico, and was in the United States service during the Spanish-American war. Miss Carlotta Sanders, a teacher in the public schools of Charleston County passed through the city recently enroute to New York City. Misses Ruth O. Webster and sister, Rubie M. Webster, have returned from a visit to relatives at Bennettville. NEW ORLEANS, LA. NEW ORLEANS, LA.-ReV. H. H. Dunn pastor of Central Congregational church, was elected president of the Colored Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of New Orleans at the annual meeting held May 16, in the colored Y. M. C. A. building, Rev. D. F. Taylor, pastor of the colored Protestant Episcopal Church, was appointed chairman of the program committee; Rev. T. F. Robinson, pastor of First Street Methodist Episcopal church, chairman of the committee on public meeting. Rev. L. Burrell, H. T. Ewen, G. B. Bailops, A. Hubbs and W. Hopes,悲etapes, and Rev. A. J. Brown treasured. The report of the meeting, published in the local papers, says that "the movement to encourage young colored men to join the army and take advantage of the training camps, and the seriousness of the Negro exodus to the North were considered." The Holy Ghost Catholic church held its first communion service, Sunday, May 13, and over 80 boys and girls and a number of grown-ups received communion for the first time. The church could not hold all that wanted to attend the mass at 7 o'clock. All the children carried candles and were dressed as uniformly as possible in communion attire. The first communion sermon was delivered by Father J. A. Hyland, assistant pastor. At three o'clock in the afternoon, renewal of baptismal vows took place and the ceremonies drew another large crowd. After the renunciation services it was a pretty sight to see so many happy children returning home for communion day reception. One of the notable reception parties, was that given by Pharmacist Joseph Dejoie and Mrs. Dejoie in their fine home just built in Rampart near Louisiana avenue, in honor of their little daughter Lucile, where something like 75 children gathered Dentist Joseph E. Willis was hurt by a runaway wagon team of the American Express Company coming into violent contact with a Drades car at Rampart and Callohe street, May 7. Dr. Willis was hurled off the platform and upon the cobble stone street, about 12 feet away. Dr. Willis who weighs about 220 pounds, fell on his right side and arm, which were bruised and have been very painful. It had not been definitely determined a week after the accident whether it is a bad spram or a break in one of the bones. A representative of the Express Company has acknowledged responsibility for the accident and it is believed that Dr Willis will recover damages without resort to a suit. The primary grade pupils of the Daniel Hand School of Straight College entertained their friends, relatives, and teachers Friday night, May 4th, in the auditorium of the college by presenting "Princess Chrysanthemum," a Japanese operetta in three scenes. Miss Shute was their musical director, and Mrs. W. J., Decatur, wife of Prof Decatur, managed the whole affair. The entertainment deserves notice because it more than met the expectation of the full house that was out to pass an hour or so hearing and seeing the little ones sing, dance and act. There were more than a hundred children taking part in the play, with eleven playing the main role. The first scene was the Emperor's Garden; the second, the cave in Inky Night, and the third scene, same as the first. The little actors all had their lines down fine and acted the parts like little veterans of the stage. Nathan Roach had a good voice for the part and the imperious look of a mertiful (?) monarch and many were the laughs and chuckles his lines brought from the amused audience. James Robinson was fine in his role of the Wizard Cat. The Parents Co-operative Club of Thomy Alof school, is taking strenuous effort to raise $1,000, 1917, to erect on the grounds a building for industrial work. The school has decided to give the building if the colored people will help. Mr. S. Kohn has donated $1,000 for equipment, and the club is asking friends to help. It is trying to get a, hundred persons to pledge $5 each. Mrs. M. Franklin is president and Miss A. M. Simineaux is secretary of the club. The club is being assisted in its effort to raise the required money by all the teachers of the Thommy Lafon school, of which Mrs. Arthur Williams is the popular and efficient principal. The enrollment of pupils in this school is more than 1,500. ST. MARK'8 LYCEUM. On Thursday the program was musical and literary, with Mrs. Louisa Southall in charge. On Sunday a Temperance program was rendered by, the Juniors under direction of Mrs. Charles Green. Miss Lucile Dyce's was in charge. President J. E. Harrison presided over both meetings. The following program was rendered at the Sunday exercises: Address, Master Edward Garrett; piano solo, Miss Thelma Brisson; duet, Misses Helen Heartwell and Helen Drayton; recitations, Misses Agnes Garrett, Marie Chamberlain, Hilda Dyer, Master Cleo Irving; duet, Misses Dorothy Holloway and Vera Lyons; instrumental duet, Messrs Jeter and Weir. ST. MARK'8 M. E. CHURCH On Sunday morning, May 20, the Rev. R. M. Bolden occupied the pulpit and preached a very strong and practical sermon to a large congregation from Joshua vi. 27. Theme, "Joshua's faith in God" In the evening the Rev. S. E. Grannum preached a very able sermon to the Ladies, Aid from St. John ix, 4; theme, "The aim of Christian work." During the day six new members were added to the church. INSURANCE CO. ENDORSED From the New York Insurance Leader. Durham, N. C., enjoys the distinction of having the strongest and best old line Negro life insurance company in the world—the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association. Its annual income is upwards of $500,000; its disbursements for sick and death claims amounted to over $200,000 in 1916, and it has over $8,200,000 insurance in force. The company has on deposit with the Insurance Department of North Carolina $100,000. It is well and capably managed by men who are ambitious to build a creditable and enduring life in the company for the Negro race. It richly deserves the support of white people as well as colored, and we hope it will get it. It is just now entering the state of Virginia Read The Age and learn what the people are doing in your old home town 35¢ COFFEE for 28¢ lb DIRECT FROM Wholesaler Werner & Brandon BROOKLYN, N. Y Four rooms, range, hot water supply. Quiet house, moderate rent. Apply Janitor on premises CHRIS, SCHIERLOH. 411 West 52nd St. Conveniences. Newly decorated. Rent $9, $10 and $11. 1-18-3mo Apply Janitress. FOR SALE. LOTS IN ENGLEWOOD, N. J. Park City of the Palisades $125 TO $600. FINE SCHOOLS—PARKS— STREETS—NEAR TROLLEY. Cash or Time Payments. LEWIS W. BROWN, 50 West Palisade Ave. 3 Large, light rooms, steam $13 heat, hot water, quiet well $17 kept house. Inquire Janitor.or HUBERTH & HUBERTH 253 W. 88th St. Columbus 9364 NEWS OF GREATER NEW YORK Manhattan and the Bronx. Dr. Peter J. Smith of Boston spent last week in the city. Thomas Wallace Swann is in the city on business other than politics. Mrs. F. M. Hyder has been confined to her room for a week with tonsillitis. Mrs. Mabel Wernham and Mrs. S. Vessels, members of the First Emmanuel Church, are on the slick list. The Rev. R. H. Shirley, pastor of the Campbell A. M. E. Church, Frankfort, Pa., was a recent visitor to the city. The Brotherhood of Mother A. M. E. Elon Church has purchased the house No. 129 West 136th street, to be used as a parish house. The Minute Club of St. James Presbyterian Church is arranging to give a unique entertainment on the roof garden of the church June 8. Owing to the illness of the mother of Henry C. Parker, the well known real estate dealer, Mrs. Parker and son left for Rocky Mount, N. C. Lionel Belasco, well known musician and owner of the theatre in Trinidad, is in New York on business. He may open a theatre in Harlem. At the New York preachers' meeting the Rev. A. Clayton Powell will be the speaker at the interdenominational preachers' meeting for Monday, May 28th. Mrs. Malinda McBaldon of Saratoga Springs made a tying visit to Philadelphia and also spent a day in New York City with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Crutcher of 332 West 52d street. Mrs. Daniel Webb of 334 West 53d street, who has been confined to her home by the grip, under the care of Dr. Travers Johnson is much improved. The Rev. Richard M. Bolden has been appointed by Mayor John P. Mitchel a member of the committee of citizens to arrange for the public celebration of the coming Fourth of July. The United Civic League has started a campaign to organize through Harlem block associations that will have for their aim the studying of conditions pertaining to the civic interests of Harlem. Invitations have been issued for the marriage of Blanche Fletcher, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. A. Clayton Powell, to Clarence Doyle King of Richmond, Va., to take place June 2. "Janthia, Outing" — The invitations are now issued for the annual outing of the "Janthia Club," which will be held at Fuhner's Park, Long Island, on Decoration Day. Those of our friends who fail to receive their invitations, owing to a change of address, will kindly notify Jas. N. Anderson, 40 West 136th street, who will see that same is forwarded to them.—Adv. Mme. Society Smith, New York's favorite planiste, can now be found at the Monarch Church, 684 Lenox avenue, between 139th and 140th streets. She was born in Brooklyn and of musical parents. Her latest numbers in songs are "Throw Me a Rose" and "Some Day You'll Want Me and I Won't Want You." She is an accomplished singer.—Adv. At Salem Lyceum last Sunday the program, in charge of Mrs. A. Patterson, celebrated the sixteenth anniversary of Salem Church. Those on the program were the Rev. R. A. Bolden of Butler Memorial, who delivered the anniversary address, Miss O. Hammond, Miss M. Hicks, Mrs. Fraction, Miss D. Douglas, Miss Romay, Mrs. A. Patterson, the Misses Beatrice, Blanche and Goldo Perking, to Mrs. Bowman M. I. Cholson, a crier and Mr. Murray, a clerk and Mr. Cholson, a clerk and Mrs. M. Johnson, representative of St. Paul's, the M. Jenkins, representative of Bethel, and Mine, N. Blackstone and Arlinson Lightburn. On Thursday, night, May 24, the last of the series of dramas presented by members of the S. M. and I. Club will be given at the First Emmanuel Church. The church was crowded on last Thursday evening, when the drama, entitled "A Noble Sacrifice," was given. All of these plays are of an exceedingly high, moral standard, and the participants deserve much credit for the fine rendition of their parts. At the meeting of the club on Friday night, May 26, Ernest Shepherd and Dan Armstrong will present papers on the subject "The Value of True Organization." The members of the club and their friends will journey to Silver Lake Park on May 30. Cornelius F. Brown, steward of the Yountakain Country Club, of Delawana N. J., was buried from the residence of his father- and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas F. Jarrott, on Thursday evening. The deceased is survived by a wife, Mrs. Grate Jarrort Brown, and a host of friends. The eulogy was delivered by the Rev. A. Clayton Powell and Mine, Daisy Tapley led in the slinging. The president and other members of the club were represented by letters of esteem and floral offerings. On Sunday, May 27, at 4 p. m., a patriotic meeting in honor of the nation's heroes will be held at St. Mark's M. E. Church under the auspices of St. Mark's Lycum. The speakers will be Prof. C. M. Van Buren of Rochester and Earl Brown of New Rochelle, who recently won the oratorical prize in a contest in that city. Music will be rendered by H. Leonard Jeter, cellist, and Felix F. Weir, violinist. Miss S. Elizabeth Frazier, president of the Woman's Auxiliary of the Fifteenth Infantry, will preside. The program is in charge of (sec. 12) Young. YOUNG-THOMAS MARRIAGE. George Young, proprietor of Young's Book Exchango in. 135th street, and Miss Ellen Magdalene Thomas, a trained nurse, were quietly married at Mt. Vernon, N. Y., Monday by the Rev. C. C. Corbin. Miss Julia Thomas, a sister of the bride, acted as bridesmaid and G. A. Fleming of New York City, best man. The bride has resided in New Rochelle all her life, and is the daughter of Mrs. Julia Thomas. The couple will reside at 255 West 144th street. UNION BAPTIST CHURCH UNION BAPTIST CHURCH The Union Baptist Church, 204-206 West 63d street, Manhattan, New York, the Rev. G. H. Slims, D. D., pastor. West 63d street, Manhattan, New York, the Rev, G. H. Hlms, D. D., pastor. Entertainments were one of the features in our church in the past week, Monday night the chair, under Prof. Lott Green, presented a three-act drama entitled "The Man from Texas, which proved to be a success. Wednesday night Mrs. Susie Evans, a member of St. Mark's M. E. Church, gave an entertainment for the Pastor's Club. Results were excellent. Thursday, evening the Sunday school, under Superintendent Johnson, and its entertainment; which was well attended. The crowning of the queen and platting the pole marked the features of interest of the evening. Friday evening a large gathering attended prayer meeting. At the close of the meeting Brother John Joseph was examined for the ministry as a local preacher. He passed a splendid examination. Sunday at 11 a. m. the Rev. Ernest J. Robinson of Sheepshead Bay, preached a sermon to the satisfaction of the people. Superintendent Johnson and his staff of teachers were at their post of duty at 2 p. m. to instruct the pupils on the Sunday school lesson. The B. Y. P. U. had a large attendance at 3 p. m., the Rev. Dr. Hughes of Orange, N. J., preached an inspiring sermon to the Baptist Young People's Union. President Lloyd was very much inspired. At the close of the sermon they had a sacred concert. At the evening service our pastor preached a sermon to the Guilding Angel Circle No. 523 of the Independent Order of St. Luke. They made an excellent showing. Two were converted at this service. The trustees thanked the audience for $115.03. RECEPTION TO DR. HAYES. A reception was given to mark the Rev. Wm. P. Hayes at Mount Olivet Baptist Church on Monday evening. The occasion also marked the thirty-seventh anniversary of the church. An interesting program was rendered and many tokens of esteem were presented to the pastor by the various societies, while Mrs. Hayes was also remembered, After a selection by the choir, greetings from the Baptist Ministers' Conference were extended by Dr. K. L. Warren. Hon. Richard C. Patterson, secretary of the Fire Department, represented the Mayor, while Hon. Charles W. Anderson spoke for the citizens of New York City Fred R. Moore brought greetings from the press. A telegram of regret was read from Dr. B. W. Arnett, in behalf of the Interdenominational Conference. There was a senior solo by W. A. Hill and soprano Marie M. Marie B. Houston. Greetings were also extended from the following organization Club No. 2, Miss Beatrice Guilford; Carriage Club, Mrs Lencreta Lewis; Doree Curtis, Miss Elsie Horsey; Sunday School, Women, Usher's Club, Miss Marie Burke; B. Y. P. U and Citizens, Mrs J O Adams; Men Usher's, F. E. Wailace; Church Aid Society; Girls' Club, Joint Board, Prof. J R Wiggins, remarks by the pastor. Among others present were the Rees A Clayton Powell, George H Sims D W Wisher, R M Bolden, Counsel Edward A. Johnson and Thomas E Taylor, secretary of the Y M C A Refreshments were served by the ladies of the church. The Usher's Board served the special guests. The church was beautifully decorated with American flags. BIG BROTHERS CONFERENCE At the conference of Colored Big Brothers, held Thursday evening, May 24, a purse was presented to C. C. Alison, Jr. secretary of the Colored Big Brothers, towards derraying his expenses as a delegate to the First American Big Brother and Big Sister Conference to be held in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Monday and Tuesday of next week. The Big Brother Movement and the National League on Urban Conditions each contributed one-third of the total amount of the expenses. Probaion Officer Edward J. Henkel, of the Manhattan Children's Court, and Walter Aiken, Boy. Secretary at the Riverdale Colored Orphan Asylum, were the speakers at this session Sunday afternoon. May 27, the Colored Big Brothers will begin active service as institutional visitors to the various cottages at the Colored Orphan Asylum. BUSH MEMORIAL CHURCH The services on Sunday last were productive of good results as has been the custom for some time past. Eight persons joined the church and the day's collections totaled nearly $80. Never in the history of Rush Memorial has there been such good fellowship shown as is being exemplified nowadays. The pastor preached two offifying sermons last Sunday. It is safe to say that his return will be unanimously requested. SPECIAL ! WONDERFUL !! NOVEL !!! ATHLETIC UNION SUIT SALE REGULAR $1.00 SUITS --- First Sult - $1.00 Second Sult - 50c. " $1.50 " " " " $1.50 " " " 75c. PURE SILK $2.50 " " " $2.50 " " " $1.25 This sale is made possible only by our very excellent commercial standing. Take advantage of it. NICK'S TOGGERY SHOP 72 WEST 135th ST., at Lenox Ave. No connection with any other store ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN At St. James' Church, at the close of the morning sermon, Mr. and Mrs. William Gray brought to the altar their infant daughter, Myrtle Louise, for Christian baptism, Dr. Hyder was assisted in the morning service by the Rev. Joseph Phipps, retained missionary from the Belgium Congo. The Big Sister organization of New York City held a booster meeting with the St. James Brotherhood at 4 o'clock. A monster layman's convention will soon be announced for the discussion of such subjects as "Why the churches do not reach a larger number of men?" By special request the pastor will deliver for the second time his sermon on the new birth at the morning service next Sunday. MOTHER ZION CHURCH Mrs. Elizabeth Howard began her evangelistic meetings Sunday morning, a sermon-subject, "Enduring Hardness as a Good Soldier." 3 P. M. sermon by the pastor to the Juveniles of the Order of Moses. In the evening, sacred concert by the choir. Services every night this week, conducted by Mrs. Howard. Five persons joined the church. Collection for the day, $137. Mrs. Howard will preach next Sunday morning. In the afternoon, at 3 P. M., she will conduct a special service for women only. At 4 P. M., a special program will be rendered by the J. C. Price Lyceum. Next Sunday evening the pastor will preach the annual sermon to the St. Mary's Benevolent Society. The Brotherhood Church has purchased the house. 129 West 10th street, to be used as a parish house. On Sunday, June 3, at 2 P. M., a sacred concert will be given by the Sunday School under the direction of Mrs. Flossie Dyer. ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH. Despite the rain, a very large crowd attended the lecture on last Wednesday evening by the Rev. A. Clayton Powell on "My Trip to California." Dr. Powell carried the audience a thousand miles on trains and five hundred miles in automobiles through the United States and Mexico in one hour and fifteen minutes. Counselor Smythwick and the following instructors and the following persons took part on the program: The Bagley sisters, duet; Miss Jeannette Thompson, Mrs. Lucy Henson and Junius Williams, solos; Samuel Brown, violin solo, accompanied by George Clark. Mrs. Anna Skerritt, chairman of the committee in charge of the lecture, reports having received nearly 150 with tickets still unreported. The church was packed Sunday morning and there was also a large crowd in the evening. Dr. Powell spoke at both services and the offering was $127.00 Sunday evening the deacons Sean Do Cay and John Brewer Circle and a half dozen other patriotic organizations will attend service at Abbysrue. FIRST EMMANUEL CHURCH At 11 o'clock the Rev, Wm. Hogans preached from St. James v. 7; subject, "Patience." The Holy Communion was served. The Sunday "School was well attended. At 2 P. M. Superintendent Hogans conducted the opening exercises. Organist Jackson had the school practice carols for Children's Day. A large crowd was out to hear the program at the Literary Society, as presented by Mrs. Hercules. "The Leper" was recited by Mrs. Ida Willard. Other numbers were: Recitation, Miss Rebecca Duncan; duet, Marion and Aileahe Bagling; address, Miss Featherstone; duet, Rebecca and Madeline Duncan; closing remarks by the Rev Mr. Bolden The Emmanuel Fellowship Society met at 7:1 P.M. the lesson study being conducted by President Hinton. At 8 o'clock the Rev. George W Hinton preached in a forceful way to a large congregation from St. John xv. 1-2; subject, "Mutual fellowship in Christ" The Holy Communion was served by the Rev Messis, Accoe and Hogans. The Rev Geo Simmons was also present. The emperor excellent music Mrs Rebecca Kidley presented the trustees, proceeds from the dinner served by members of the Energetic Circle. On Sunday, June 10, the third quarterly meeting and dollar rally will be held ST. PAUL'BAPTIST CHURCH The B. Y. P. U. Literary held its service Wednesday night, with a good attendance, and a splendid program by Miss Estelle Laatterte. Thursday night the pastor lectured on "Wanted," his newest effort, this being the second time that he has delivered it within two weeks. The big crowd indicated the interest that has been aroused in it. The pastor preached Wednesday for the Rev. Mr. Wamright, pastor of the Shiloh Baptist Church, who is working up a rally. Friday night Deacons Carr and Lechel led the covenant meeting, with a good number present. Sunday morning the pastor preached the covenant meeting, at the close of which he baptized one candidate, Mr. Martin, who was formally a Methodist. In the afternoon, the pastor, accompanied by his three children, Bros S H Floyd and Campbell, went down to Sheepshead Bay, to the First Baptist Church, where he was booked to preach the 58th anniversary sermon, met a large audience, and did the best possible to serve. A great platform meeting was held under the auspices of the Missionary Circle of the church, Sister R. Hall, President Mrs. H. A. Booker presided at this meeting. There were solos by Mrs. Pickenack and an interesting paper by Sister Clara Moore. The soloist was from Abysinian, while the essayist was of St. Paul. A general discussion followed, in which all present took part. In the evening the pastor made a few remarks, and then opened the list of subscriptions for the rally in June. The hand of fellowship was extended to a number of new members, and the Lord's Supper administered to a full house. Y. M. C. A. NOTES The "big meeting" at the 135th Street Public Library was addressed last Sunday by Dr. E. P. Roberts, chairman of the Committee of Management. The speaker was enthusiastically received, and his forceful and instructive discourse was most heartily appreciated. Benjamin Greenlee and Isaac Hatch entertained with choice music, violin and vocal, respectively. Representatives from the Auxiliary of the Fifthten Regiment visited the meeting and presented to the men the nature of their work. Next Sunday' Dr. Leo Fitz Nearon will lecture on "Damaged Goods." The special music will be furnished by William H. Briggs and the whistling and singing chorus will assume its usual role. The reports from the $40,000 More Campaign denote interest and earnest efforts on the part of the workers. For the benefit of persons interested the office, 135 West 135th street, is open each Wednesday evening until ten o'clock. Those who attended the Campaign Organization meeting last Wednesday received much inspiration from the remarks by Walter T. Diack, General Secretary, and Samuel Sloane, Chairman of the Building Committee. The rooming and employment departments at the Fifty-third Street Building are active in accommodating Government agencies, are secured, and a comfortable home is provided. All instrumental musicians have an opportunity to do orchestra work by joining the Association Orchestra. Rehearsals are held at 252 West Fifty-third street each Wednesday evening, at 8:30 Lady ushers were in attendance at Fleet Street Church last Sunday at all the services. The report from the recent fair showed the receipts to be $1,020.68, it being a record breaker for this congregation. Mrs. Annie Beverly, grand niece of Mrs. Charlotte Nesbitt, was taken to Kings County Hospital last week to be treated for pneumonia. Pastor Wallace spent some days during the past week in attendance at the Philadelphia and Baltimore conference which was held in Philadelphia. Mrs. Anna Thomas, who is of advanced age, is quite ill at 490 Elton street. She is well known in East New York and Jersey City for her industry and loyalty to race movements. The annual sermon to the Society of the Sons of Virginia and the Ladies' Auxiliary will be preached by the Rev. Kimball L. Warren at the Bethany Baptist Church Sunday evening, May 27. Mrs. Lella Walters, widow of the late Bishop Alexander Walters, and rMs. J. W. Brown, wife of the popular pastor of Mother Zion, were welcome visitors at the parsonage of Fleet Street Church last Sunday. A meeting of the Brooklyn Committee of the Urban League, under the auspices of the Young Men's Lycme of Siloam Presbyterian Church, will be held Sunday, May 27, at 4 p.m. m. Mrs. A. W. Dennen, president of the Music School Settlement Board, will speak. A good musical program will be rendered. At Newman Memorial M. E. Church on Saturday evening, May 26, the District Superintendent, the Rev. J. H. Scott, will hold the first quarterly conference. At 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 27, he will preach. The children are preparing for anniversary and children's day. Mrs. C. E. Shaw is in charge of the program at the League, Sunday at 1 p.m. The Revere Baptist Church is holding a series of meetings this week, celebrating the completion of the enlargement of the church office and the installation of the Rev. A. C. Matthews as the permanent pastor. The installation address will be delivered Thursday evening, May 21, by Dr. Owen M. Waller, and the sermon will be preached by the Rev. Kimball L. Warren, pastor of the Bethany Baptist Church. The Concord Baptist Sunday school, N. 1, Dodson, superintendent, began the rehearsal of the music Sunday afternoon for anniversary day to be observed on Thursday, June 7, by all the schools of the Brooklyn Sunday school Union. The attendance was 574, Collection, $11.38. The annual report of the board of trustees, read Monday night by Secretary Graham H. Carter at the reunion a record of the church, showed total receipts of $16,757.22, with a balance in bank of $4,742. The increase in the collections from April, 1916, to April 1917, amounts to $2,047.01. FLEET STREET CHURCH. At Fleet Street Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church, Brooklyn, Sunday, the occasion, was the last quarterly meeting for the conference year. At 10:45 the pastor spoke from the subject "Restore me the joy of thine salvation" to a very large audience. The Sunday School at 2 P. M. M was largely attended and final plans for the reopening of the new Sunday School room next Sunday were perfected. A. M. M, the Holy Communion was administered to communicants. Dr. McNeal of Portchester, preached from St. John ii. 5: "And his mother said whatsoever he tells thee to do, do it." At 6:30 the Christian Endeavor program was directed by Miss. Margaret Tyler, the popular and efficient vice president. At 7:30. Local Preacher Williams spoke. The contribution for the day was $95.60. 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A Warren of the Amstadam News, New York OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND Equitable Employment Office Help wanted., all nationalities; cooks, hairdresses, general houseworkers, waitresses and laborers. MRS H. BAILEY, 172 Belmont Ave., Long Branch, N. J. 5-17-2mo. Dr. Frank L. Chambers AND Dr. Thos. O. Johnson Announce the Removal of Their DENTAL OFFICES To 101 West 131st Street Cor. Lenox Ave. 6-10-8m BROOKLYN FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET PUTNAM AVE. 82--Neatly furnished rooms, all conveniences, convenient to all cars and subway. Mrs. Elise Dark. May24-31no WE DO . . . Job Printing JAMES C. THOMAS UNDERTAKER and EMBALMER Camp Chairs and Coaches to Let for All purposes. LADY ATTENDANT. 89 West 134th St. Near Lenox Ave. New York City RELIGIOUS NOTICES ABYSUNIAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 363-46 West 40th St., between 7th and 8th Aven. Sunday Service—11 a.m. and 7.50 p.m. Holy Communion—11 a.m. 7:30 p.m. Sunday School, 1:10 p.m. Sunday Morning Bible prayer meeting, 8 a.m. Tuesday, 8 p.m. Missionary Society prayer and penance, 8 a.m. Y. U. musical and literary program, Friday, 4 p.m. Highway and Hedge Society, p.m. general prayer, 4 p.m. pastor, pastor, residence, 849 W. 40th street, phone, Bryant, 7668. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 159-161 West 53rd Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues. Rev. Wm. P. Hayes, D. D. pastor. Preaching Services every Sunday at 2:30 p.m. General School at 2:30 p.m., Sundays. B. Y. P. U. meets every Sunday at 5:30 p.m., B. Y. P. U. Literary meets every Sunday at 5:30 p.m., Church Meeting on Friday evening at 8 p.m. Church Aid Society, second Monday evening in every month Dorcas Missionary Society meets every Monday, telephone, Columbus 5504. MOTHER A. M. E. ZION CHURCH 161-183 W. 183th St. Rev. J. W. Brown, pastor, 116 West 183th street. Sunday Services—11 a.m. and 7.66 p. m. Holy Communion every second Sunday. Community Class—12.30 p. m. Sunday school at 2 p. m. Varick Christian Endorseer. 6.00. Weekly Meetings Class Meetings every Tuesday and Wednesday evening. Prayer Meetings Friday evening. SEATS FREE PUBLIC INVITED. RUSH MEMORIAL, A. M. E. ZION CHURCH, 58 West 183th Street. Services —11 a.m. and 7.66 p. m. F. M. Sunday School at 2.30 p. m. Dr. A. A. Crooke, Pastor, residence $52 Lenox Avenue. T. B. Smith, Church Clerk, 139 West 134th Street All are cordially welcome ST. MARY'S METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 53d Street, near Elghb Lincoln Avenue. T. B. Smith, Church H. Brooks, D. D. Residence, $16 West 53d Street, Preaching, 1 a.m. and 7.45 p. m. Prayer Meetings, Friday even- ning at 8 o'clock. Sunday, at 2 p. m. Lyceum, Sunday, at 4 p. m.; Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. Epworth League, Friday, at 4 p. m. Classes Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 8.30 and Sunday at 1 p. m. Holy Communion, second Sun- day evening in each month. Welcome to SALEM METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 163-4 West 120th Street, the Rev. Frederick Aabury Cullen, pastor, Sunday School, 120th Street, days. Sunday School, 2:00 p. m., L. S. Perry, superintendent. Men's Bible Class, 2:00 p. m., D. N. Thompson, instructor. Sunday School, 2:00 p. m., Thursdays, George W. Allen, president. Epworth League, 8 p. m., Sundays, L. S. Perry, president. Chancea, Monday, 1 p. m., Sundays. Prayer Sheeting, Friday night. Brotherhood, every Tuesday night. James Goda, president. Holy Communion, first Sunday in each month. All are welcome. NEWMAN MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH, Avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y. Rev. J. N. "Gigman, S. T. B., pastor. Sunday—reach Avenue, 2:00 p. m., Epworth League, 8 p. m.; communion 1st Sunday at 8 p. m.; Monday—Literary, 2:00 p. m.; Tuesday—Class, 8:30 p. m.; Junior—Choir, 2:00 p. m.; Friday—Junior Choir, 4 p. m.; Prayer meeting 8:30 p. m. ST. DAVID'S CHURCH, 834 East 180th Street, New York, New. Rev. Edward George Clinton, D. 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WASHINGTON MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN MISSION NATIONAL avenue near WEST BROOKLYN City, NY 10470 tn, minister, Resedence, 178 Willowbush street, Brooklyn, Phone Main 0687, Sunday 8 p.m., Christian Endevor, 7 p.m. Wednesday, 8 p.m., divine lecture and prayer 8 p.m., Friday in each month 8 p.m., the Young People's Biographical Society. S. F. S. WE HAVE CHANGED QUARTERS. HARLEM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 12 East Hilt Street, New York City, the Church of the Holder, minister. Sunday—Praising m. Sunday School—8:30 p. m. Y. P. S. C. S.—6:30 p. m. Holy Communion, fruit service, Tuesday 8 p. m. Teacher's service, Tuesday 8 p. m. Teacher's and Students' Literary Society. Ladies' Church old and Mito Society. Conference of Teachers' Conference each month. Trustees' Business Meeting fourth Thursday in School. Conference last Sunday in School. Conference each month. 8 p. m. Church Committee, when called. Moria rehearsal, Friday 8 p. m. Church clerks cordial welcome visits TELEPHONE HARLEM 2876 JAMES C. 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