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COUNTRY APPLAUDS ROOSEVELT; RIOT PICTURED BY EYE-WITNESS COUNTRY RIOT Ex-President Receive Congratulatory Tear and Letters "Before I speak of justice and liberty we do justice within our own household. There ing outbreak of savagery in the race riots in riots which, as far as we can see, had no re whether there was provocation or not, wag ing brutality as to leave a stain on the name. "It behooves us to express our deep c that give lie to our words. It is our duty, governmental representatives whose business ruthless sternness every instrumentality a punish murder, whether committed by white blacks against whites. "When we applaud the birth of democracy the spirit which insists on treating each man rights as a man, refusing to deny to the hun are his, when we present such a greeting to of a foreign nation, it behooves us to expres nation of acts that give the lie to our w country. "It behooves us to say that it is impossi be a justification for mob violence, for bru this democracy."—Theodore Roosevelt at meeting Friday night to welcome the Russ to the United States. Col. Theodore Roosevelt has been appla uce for his bold utterance on justice and true Friday evening at Carnegie Hall on which occ Commission to the United States was welco Ex-President Receives Many Congratulatory Telegrams and Letters. "Before I speak of justice and liberty to Russia we should do justice within our own household. There has been an appalling outbreak of savagery in the race riots in East St. Louis, race riots which, as far as we can see, had no real provocation, and, whether there was provocation or not, waged with such appalling brutality as to leave a stain on the name of America. "It behooves us to express our deep condemnation of acts that give lie to our words. It is our duty to demand that the governmental representatives whose business it is shall use with ruthless sternness every instrumentality at their command to punish murder, whether committed by whites against blacks or blacks against whites. "When we applaud the birth of democracy in another people, the spirit which insists on treating each man on the basis of his rights as a man, refusing to deny to the humblest the rights that are his, when we present such a greeting to the representatives of a foreign nation, it behooves us to express our deep condemnation of acts that give the lie to our words within our own country. "It behooves us to say that it is impossible that there should be a justification for mob violence, for brutality and murder in this democracy."—Theodore Roosevelt at the Carnegie Hall meeting Friday night to welcome the Russian high commission to the United States. Col. Theodore Roosevelt has been applauded by press and public for his bold utterance on justice and true democracy, made last Friday evening at Carnegie Hall on which occasion the Russian High Commission to the United States was welcomed to New York. White and colored Americans I the world. You have revived a living hope in the breasts of 12,000,000 industrious, loyal, peaceable, yet greatly distressed citizens, and aroused, we trust, a vigorous sentiment in the heart of all genuine Americans for a square deal. Unless the national Administration brings these murderers to justice your noble stand will make our government at Washington, which is preaching world democracy, a laughing stock in the eyes of Germany and Turkey. We are among the millions who are earnestly praying that a man like yourself may again occupy the White House. With highest esteem, we are yours for even-handed justice and equal opportunities. In commenting at length on the Col. Roosevelt's vigorous words at Carnegie Hall the New York Evening Mail says in part: "The words of denunciation and warning uttered by Col. Roosevelt, and defied by Samuel-Gompers last Friday night, are echoing through the country. They seem to have aroused the people to the serious peril to orderly government that lurks in the East St. Louis riots, particularly when no word of protest, or even of inquiry as to the facts, is heard from the authorities at Washington. What is in reality a massacre of women and children in an important community is not a matter wholly of local import; the entire nation is concerned in it. If the state cannot protect a community from riot and murder, it is the duty of the national government to do so. "The surprising and unpleasant fact is that not one word has come out of Washington, officially, that challenges the right, so brutally exercised there, to murder and pillage at will when the acts are perpetrated in the name of organized labor. It was left for a private citizen to voice the indignation of the country and to speak for the rule of law. "Both incidents mark advances in the spirit and purpose of leaders of the Compers type to make government subordinate to labor, and to regard law as an infringement on labor's rights. No more pernicious doctrine than this has been preached here since secession days. Its danger does not lie in the strength of its advocates so much as in the weakness of those who profess to be opposed to it. "The demands made in Washington are no less sinister and destructive in their ultimate purpose, because they happen to be made by word of mouth, than are the demands made with shotguns in East St. Louis. Both are subversive of government and of law. Both are aimed at established peace and order. Both are symbols of ill-will toward society as a whole. Both grow bolder more menacing, as they find less resistance from those in authority. "Grover Cleveland realized this fact while he was President. He knew that such aggressions had to be firmly met. By one act he made labor demagogues The New York Age IS CLEAN. ONCE IT BEGOMES A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY IT IS ALWAYS LOOKED FOR AND WELCOMED. :: :: VOL XXX No. 42 White and colored Americans who believe in real democracy, not one of mere words, have sent the Colonel letters and telegrams of congratulations, and the opinion is general that only "America's greatest patriot" could have attracted so much attention in condemning the East St. Louis, Ill., massacre. Several of the local colored churches were among the number to commend the ex-President on his manly stand. Some of the congratulatory telegrams follow: Col. Theodore Roogaevelt, Oc. Hts. N. X. The Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 169-161 West 53rd Street, New York City, at its Sunday morning service, by unanimous vote decided to send you a telegram of appreciation for your many interances at Carnegie Hall in reference to the terrible outrage perpetrated upon the colored people at East St. Louis. In these critical times, we thank God for one man who is clear-headed and courageous enough to see and point out the injustices practised here at home, while urging that an end be put to injustice and oppression abroad. This outbreak of barbarianism cannot go unpunished without making America unsafe for democracy The Mount Olivet Baptist Church. WILLIAM P. HAYES, Pastor. Hon Theodore Roosevelt. Ex-President of the United States, Oyster Bay, N. Y. Dear Sir:— We, the members of the Union Baptist Church, numbering 3,100, extend to you our hearty congratulations for the moral courage of your conviction in the defense of human justice, and condemning the murderers who took part in the East St. Louis massacring. May the blessings of God ever rest upon you, and that the American people will take your advice and begin house cleaning at home, so that the fight of democracy may be based upon a righteous foundation. Sincerely yours, UNION BAPTIST CHURCH, Iev. George H. Stine, Pastor, 204-06- West 63rd Street, New York City. Theodore Roosevelt Oyster Bay, N. Y. The 3,200 members of the Abyssinian Baptist Church by a unanimous and enthusiastic vote express to you their sincere and heartfelt gratitude and congratulations for your reply to the false, cowardly, un-American murder-inciting utterances of Samuel Gompera in Carnegie Hall Friday night. Your uncle and courageous words in defense of the murdered and maimed men, women, and children, who were in East St. Louis in pursuit of an honest living, are an added proof that you are the biggest and most fair-minded man in THE ABYSSINIAN BAPSTIST CHURCH. A. CLAYTON POWELL, Pastor. (Continued on page two) LADIES AUXILIARY OF THE 15TH, NEW YORK INFANTRY. Payton Closes Harlem Realty Deal Involving Million and a Half Dollars An epoch-making real estate deal involving more than a million and a half dollars has just been accomplished by Phillip A. Payton, who is justly regarded as the father of "Colored Harlem." Through it he acquires for refined Negro occupancy, six large, modern, high-class elevator apartment houses in Harlem; three in West 141st street between Lenox and Seventh avenues. Nos. 117 to 143, inclusive, with a total frontage of 375 feet, and three in West 142nd street, between Lenox and Seventh avenues. Nos. 130 to 148, inclusive, with a total frontage of 450 feet. No other realty undertaking, for colored people of any class has ever approached this in magnitude. These houses were built about four years ago and were recently owned by a Mexican syndicate of which the late Gen. Huerta, former Dictator of Mexico, was head better class Negro, whose position in affairs demands that he maintain a home in the best apartments procurable. In point of refined and business conduct the houses will compare favorably with New York's best apartment houses Suites in these houses will only be rented under lease and for periods of not These houses mark the last word in high-class apartment house construction, containing elevators and United States mail chute service, telephone, gas and electricity in all apartments, hardwood trim and parquet floors, the bath with showers and pedalestable lavatories, open nickel plated plumbing with porcelain fixtures, both in hath and kitchen, and ample closet room. French doors with Florentine glass in the dining rooms add greatly to the attractiveness of the apartments. Adequate radiation and ample boilers assure satisfactory steam service even in the coldest weather. Large courts and private halls make all rooms light and private. Hall service day and night offers protection against thieves and annoyance from peddlers, as no one unknown is permitted upstairs unannounced. Mr Payton feels that in acquiring these properties he had filled a long felt need for exclusive apartments for the FIREMAN WOODSON GETS BRAVERY MEDAL John Henry Woodson of Hook and Ladder Company No. 106, was awarded a medal by Mayor Mitchel JOHN HENRY WOODSON last Saturday for bravery, the Negro fireman having climbed to a flame-swept-window on the fourth floor of a Brooklyn tenement, September 22, 1916, and saving from certain death Mrs. Katherine Meterity and baby, Michael. Fireman Woodson was the cynosure of all eyes last Saturday when the honor men of the Fire Department appeared before the Mayor, and he was applauded when THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1917. LAUDS LED BY EXKLIARY OF THE 15TH, NEW YORK IN s Harlem Rea Million and a al involving more than a million and published by Phillip. A. Payton, who "Colored Harlem." Through it he ency, six large, modern, high-class ; three in West 141st street between 117 to 143, inclusive, with a total West 142nd street, between Lenox 148, inclusive, with a total frontage better class Negro, whose position in affairs demands that he maintain a home in the best apartments procurable. In point of refined and business conduct the houses will compare favorably with New York's best apartment houses Suites in these houses will only be rented under lease and for periods of not less than one year. Rules and regulations for the proper maintenance of the houses will be made a part of the lease and will be rigidly enforced. Occupancy in any of these properties will almost amount to a certificate of character and recommendation as to responsibility. To Be Named for Prominent Negroes. A unique feature of these houses in these days of far flung patriotism will be the renaming of the apartments for Negroes who have done their bit for God, their country and their race and passed on. Nos 117 to 125-West 141st street is to be called "Attucks Court," after Crispus Attucks, who led, on March 5, 1770, the handful of patrons against the British soldiers on Boston Commons and was shot to death, thus offering his blood as the first that was shed by America in her struggle for freedom No 127 West 141st street presented a medal for daring by the city's chief executive. Fireman Woodson was appointed by Fire Commissioner Adamson September 21, and was assigned to Hook and Ladder Company No. 106 at 124 Greenpoint avenue, Brooklyn ASKS CONGRESS TO (Special to THE NEW YORK AGE) WASHINGTON, D. C.—Representative Dyer of Missouri introduced a joint resolution Monday for a Congressional inquiry into the recent race riots in East St. Louis. In the Senate Mr. Sherman submitted a resolution from the East St. Louis Chamber of Commerce deploring the riots. DUNBAR'S GRAVE NOW DAYTON, Ohio — The birthday of the late Paul Laurence Dunbar, June 27, was marked by the announcement of the reorganization of the commission which has in hand the establishment of a series of scholarships to bear his name. Vacancies have been filled and the following officers elected: Brand Whitlock, president; Dr. W. S. Scarborough, vice president; the Rev. Davis W. Clark, 31 West Cedar street, Boston, Mass., corresponding secretary; William R. Craven, vice president; Dayton Savings and Trust Company, treasurer. The commission bought a central lot in a Dayton cemetery and transferred Dunbar's remains to it, marking the grave with a natural bowler and bronze plate. The first scholarship has been assigned to Wilberforce, La Dunbar's native state. Paul Laurence Dunbar Murphy, the poet's nephew, whom he intended to educate, is to be the first incumbent. PHILIP A. PAYTON is to be christened "Toussaint Court," in honor of Toussaint L'Ouverture, the black librator of Haiti, whose abilities as soldier, statesman and patriot were so transcendent that Wendell Phillips in his famous lecture placed him above George Washington, Napoleon and Cromwell. No. 137 West 141st street is to be (continued on page seven) FIFTEENTH GOES TO CAMPWHITMANMONDAY The first important move of the Fifteenth Regiment preparatory to being mustered into the Federal service will take place next Monday when the regiment will entrain for Camp Whitman, near Beckman, N. Y. It will be the first regiment in Greater New York to leave Members of the regiment are jubilant over the news that they will be put in fighting, shape for France in the North. Pay will start Sunday, when no leaves of absence or furloughs will be granted. The first call will be made at 7:30 a.m. and assembly at 8 a.m. The men will be permitted to stay at home Sunday night. The departure of the Fifteenth, for Camp Whitman is the result of President Wilson's "Call into United States service." Draft into the United States service will take place on August 5, on which date all the New York regiments and the National Guard of other States will be mustered in. What is regarded as a coincidence by Colonel Hayward is that the Fifteenth Regiment and his old Nebraska regiment, of which he was colonel, will be drafted on first call. Colonel Hayward has successfully passed, the rigid mental and physical tests conducted by officers of the War Department. LACEY AND REID GET PROMOTIONS IN 15TH Second Lieutenant George C. Lucey Company B. Fifteenth Regiment, has been recommended by Col. Hayward for a commission of First Lieutenant to succeed Charles K. Toney, resigned, and First Sergeant D. Lincoln Reid has been recommended for a commission as second lieutenant. Newspaper Man Tells of How Innocent Victims Were Put to Death. EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. While the daily press is disagreeing as to the direct cause of the East St. Louis massacre, the remains of innocent victims are being found in charred masses of debris by searching parties. While some are making a desperate as well as ineffectual attempt to palliate the work of the mob by trying to show that Negro workmen incurred the displeasure of white labor by filling the places of aliens who had returned to Europe, colored women and children are going about homeless and helpless by the score. Some have lost nearest and dearest relatives as the result of this shocking outburst of savagery. Since the massacre, which will go down in history along side the atrocities committed in Brussels and Rheims, a delegation of Negroes has held a conference with Gov. Lowden at Springfield, but the outcome of this meeting will not bring back the lives of those who, for no valid reason, were struck down and murdered in cold blood. and answered the coarse saliies of men as they great their faces and breasts with fists, stones and sticks. I saw one of these furies fling herself at a militiaman who was trying to protect a Negro woman and wrestle with him for his bayonetted gun, while other women attacked the refugee. "What I saw in the 90 minutes between 6:30 p. m. and the lurid coming of darkness, was but one local scene of the drama of death. "It was no crowd of hot-headed youths. Young men were in the greater number, but there were the middle-aged, no less active in the task of de- Civic and business organizations here are now waking up to their sense of duty, but too late to save East St. Louis from being a disgrace to the United States and a blot on civilization. Even the police have come to life—guardians of the laws who stood idly by and permitted the helpless to be slaughtered like so many sheep in an East St. Louis abattoir. The employment of Negroes in large numbers is not anything new in East St. Louis. For years they have worked in the stock yards. The big plants of this town and Venice furnish the male inhabitants of Lovejoy, formerly known as Brooklyn, a Negro town only a few miles away, with employment at a good remuneration. So the presence of Negroes did not create a new condition. To what depths of depravity white men and women stooped to vent their spleen on innocent Negroes was most graphically told by Carlos F. Hurd, a highly reliable staff reporter on the St. Louis Post Dispatch, who was an eyewitness to the massacre. What White Newspaperman Saw. Mr. Hurd's description of the mob's work in part follows: "For an hour and a half last evening I saw the massacre of helpless Negroes at Broadway and Fourth streets, in downtown East St. Louis, where a black skin was a death warrant. "I have read of St. Bartholomew's night. I have heard stories of the latter-day crimes of the Turks in Armenia, and I have learned to loathe the German army for its barbary in Belgium. But I do not believe that Moslem fanaticism or Prussian frightfulness could perpetrate murders of more deliberate brutality than those which I saw committed, in daylight, by citizens of the State of Abraham Lincoln. "I saw man after man, with hands raised, pleading for his life, surrounded by groups of men—men who had never seen him before and knew nothing about him except that he was black—and saw them administer the historic sentence of intolerance, death by stoning. I saw one of these men, almost dead from a savage shower of stories, hanged with a clothesline, and when it broke, hanged with a rope which held. Within a few paces of the pole from which he was suspended, four other Negroes lay dead or dying, another having been removed, dead, a short time before. I saw the pockets of two of these Negroes searched, without the finding of any weapon. Rock Dropped on Negroes Neck. "I saw one of these men, covered with blood and half conscious, raise himself on his elbow, and look feelly about, when a young man standing directly behind him, lifted a flat stone in both hands and hurled it upon his neck. This young man was much better dressed than most of the others. He walked away unmolested. "I saw Negro women begging for mercy and pleading that they had harmed no one, set upon by white women of the baser sort, who laughed IS ENLIABLE WHEN YOU HAVE IT IN "THE AGE" YOU CAN DEPEND UPON IT. NEWS THAT IS INFORMING. PRICE FIVE CENTS ELT; NESS From Tells of How victims Were Death. the daily press is disagreeing as to his massacre, the remains of innocent masses of debris by searching parties, ate as well as ineffectual attempt to trying to show that Negro workmen bor by filling the places of aliens who women and children are going about. Some have lost nearest and dearest outburst of savagery, and answered the coarse sallies of men as they gat their faces and breasts with fists, stones and sticks. I saw one of these furies fling herself at a militiaman who was trying to protect a Negro woman and wrestle with him for his bayonetted gun, while other women attacked the refugee. "What I saw in the 90 minutes between 6:30 p. m. and the lurid coming of darkness, was but one local scene of the drama of death. "It was no crowd of hot-headed youths. Young men were in the greater number, but there were the middle-aged, no less active in the task of destroying life of every discoverable black man. It was a shirt-sleeve gathering, and the men were motsly workingmen, except for some who had the aspect of mere loafers. I have mentioned the peculiarly brutal crime committed by the only man there who had the appearance of being a business or professional man of any standing. "I would be more pessimistic about my fellow-Americans than I am today if I could not say that there were other workingmen who protested against the senseless slaughter. I would be asnamed of myself if I could not say that I forgot my place as a professional observer and joined in such protests. But I do not think any verbal objection had the slightest effect. Only a volley of lead would have stopped those murderers. "Get a "nigger,"" was the slogan, and it was varied by the recurrent cry, Get another! It was like nothing so much as the holiday crowd, with thumbs turned down, in the Roman Coliseum, except that here the shouters were their own gladiators, and their own wild beasts. "When I got off a State street car on Broadway at 6:30 a fire apparatus was on its way to the blaze in the rear of Fourth street, south from Broadway. A moment's survey showed why this fire had been set, and what it was meant to accomplish. Fire Drives Out Negroes. "The sheds in the rear of Negroes houses, which were themselves in the rear of the main buildings on Fourth street, had been ignited to drive out the Negro occupants of the houses. And the slayers were waiting for them to come out. "It was stay in and be-roasted or come out and be slaughtered. A moment before I arrived one Negro had taken the desperate chance of coming out, and the rattle of revolver shot, which I heard as L approached the corner, was followed by the cry. They got him." "And they had. He lay on the pavement, a bullet wound in his head and his skull bare in two places. At every movement of pain which showed that life remained, there came a terrific kick in the jaw or the nose or a crushing stone, from some of the men who stood over him. "As I turned back toward Broadway there was a shout at the alley and a Negro ran out, apparently hoping to find protection. He paid no attention to missles thrown from behind, none of which had hurt him much, but he was stopped in the middle of the street by a smashing blow in the jaw, struck by a man he had not seen. "Don't do that," he appealed. "I haven't hurt nobody." The answer was a blow from one side, a piece of curb-stone from the other side, and a paul which sent him on the brick pavement. He did not arise again, and the battering and kicking of his skull continued until he lay still, his blood flowing half way across the street. Before he had been booted to the opposite curb, another Negro appeared, and the "same deeds were repeated. I did not see any revolver shots fired at these men. 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If you wish to be an agent, send $10) and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once, also agent's terms. Send all money or money order to Burrows. At Broadway, in view of millitimen, the white women, several of whom had been watching the massacre of the Negro men, pounced on her. "Let the girls have her,' was the shout as the women attacked the young woman. The victim's cry, 'Please, please, I ain't done nothing' was stopped by a blow in the mouth with a browstick, which one of the women swung like a baseball bat. Another woman seized the Negress' hand, and the blow was repeated as she struggled helplessly. Finger nails clawed her hair, and the sleeves were torn from her waist, when some of the men called. Now let her see how fast she can run! The women did not readily leave off beating her, but they stopped short of murder, and the crying, hysterical girl ran down the street. Attack Old Colorad Woman. "An old colored women a few moments later came along with two or three militiamen, and the same women made for her. When one of the soldiers held his gun as a barrier the woman with the brogmstick seized it with both hands and struggled to wrest it from him while the others, striking at the Negress, in spite of the other militiamen, frightened her the night and hurt her somewhat. "From women baiting, the well-pleased procession turned to see a lynching. A Negro, his head laid open by a great stone-cut, had been dragged to the mouth of the alley on Fourth street and a small rope was being put about his neck. There was joking comment on the weakness of the rope, and everyone was prepared for what happened when it was pulled over a projecting cable box, a short distance up the pole. It broke, letting the Negro tumble back to his knees, and causing one of the men who was pulling on it to sprawl on the pavement. "An old man, with a cap like those worn by street car conductors, but showing no badge of car service, came out of his house to protest 'Don't you hang that man on this street,' he shouted. 'I dare you to.' He was pushed angrily away and a rope, obviously strong enough for its purpose, was brought A Sickening Incident "Right here I saw the most sickening incident of the evening. To put the rope around the Negro's neck one of the lynchers stuck his fingers inside the gaping scalp and lifted the Negro's head by it, literally bathing his hands in the man's blood. "Get hold and pull for East St. Louis! I called a man with a black coat and a new straw hat, as he seized the other end of the rope. The rope was long, but not too long for the number of hands that grasped it, and this time the Negro was lifted to a height of about seven feet from the ground. The body was left hanging there. "Everything which I have stated as a fact under my own observation. 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Courier Pittsburgh bureau Does the President execute Washington know that women have been assaulted and beaten? Does our President know just how many Negro boys were conceived from East St. Louis on June 5? Far better would it appear to all men of reason, and decency the President of these United States first made America safe for all its citizens before preaching to "New Democracy" and a new American militantism. Can the President right for purpose than safely at home? Can we make a greater enemy at our doors than the forces which make of our laws more printers' ink, and of our constitution mere scraps of paper? Baltimore (Md.) Commonwealth It is to be hoped that this Federal investigation will at least set the precedent that it is the duty of the Federal Government to reach forth its strong arm and protect outraged Neal in a spite of the doctrine of state's rights. Cleveland (O.) Gazette. It seems that prejudiced persons in that city, undoubtedly encouraged from the South, are determined to promote and inaugurate if possible, similar riots throughout the North akalans all newcomers of color from the South. The migration of our people from that South has been so much-peded lesson and deserved punishment that has apparently wounded death, we are pleased to say. Richmond (Va.) Planet. This latest tragedy should be condemned, from every pulpit in the land and the sermons upon it should last for not less than six months. The colored newspapers of the country should take it up as a subject for comment for at least a year to come. We have the latest manifestation of authenticity, savannah and hendisiness is without a paretiel in the history of this country. Jackson (Tenn.) Searchlight. The race riot that occurred in East St Louis shows the height of American civilization. Is this a better civilization than the Teutons? Can Americans think herself better than those who created Belgians thus? Denver (Colo.) Statesman. The spirit of Allegiant Lincoln is recording these archetypes, and who knows but quietly and secretly a Negro Lincoln may suddenly appear on the scene and instead of appealing make a demand on the Federal Government to put molk-out of existence in this nation, or we may crumble like a Redyton, a Rome, or a Spain. Let us remember the Lord's sake—THINK, NEGRO, THINK, FOR THE DAY MAY BE AT HAND! Indianapolis (Ind.) Ledger. Will capital, at whose instigation the Nero left his home in the South, permit this East St. Louis affair to go challenge, or will they come to the front with it? American, upright citizens and see to it that every white man arrested at East St. Louis and every black man, too, if there be any, are punished to the extent that they were in any way connected with the precipitation of this awful tragedy. Birmingham (Ala.) Reporter. Union leaders are courting black laborers in Birmingham trying to turn them against their employer. Union leaders are trying to help laborers just five hundred miles away because the black laborer wants to work. Do you think it would make any difference because the black man belonged to the union? White men belonged to the union? White men belonged to the union? Teach one another first; in the union, "labor always concludes," does not re- out or breaking off, you should not delay but write at once for MME. C. J. WALKER'S SIX WEEK'S TREATMENT $1.75 Which is guaranteed to grow hair or money refunded. These preparations are manufactured only by the Mme. C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company, 640 N. West Street, Indianapolis, Ind., and the Palm College, 106-19 West 136th Street, New York City, All orders must be accompanied by the cash. Make all money orders payable to Madam C. J. Walker, Indianapolis address. In writing please mention this paper THE STAR HAIR GROWER MGR. P. O. Box 812 Greenaboro, N. C. for to union labor. Union labor disgraced itself in America. Atlanta (Ga.) Independent. If we don't work South we are jailed; If we don't work North we are mobbed What whistle say? San Antonio (Tex.) Inguirer. Illinois will bear its part in the National duty of these times with better grace and a fairer standard if it shall do its himnost, by a genuine enforcement of its penal statutes to erase some of the blackness of this blot that Eas: St Louis has spread upon the record of the commonwealth. Washington (D. C.) Eagle. On the one hundred forty-second anniversary of the Declaration of Independence which gave assurance for the protection of all men under our flag, we are trying to drive from the nastrials of our very souls the nauseous stench of the burning flesh of our brothers in hast St. Louis. We are trying to take courage and best Americans as contained in the opinion columns of The Times and the Star and with prayer to God and faith in the ultimate triumph of the true principles for which flag and Constitution await the action of state and nation. Indianapolis (Ind.) Recorder. The remedy in East St. Louis and elsewhere is a simple one—to make the law supreme. Swift and drastic punishment of these malefactors, murderers and assassins will cause them and their ilk to know that constituted law is supreme. With millions of men over the seas giving their lives and happiness freely for a world's demise, it is a world of despair, and truth, it surely seems in travesty on our hosted American civilization that a few hundred men must be killed like dogs because they would accept work that other men refused. Denver (Colo.) Sun. Recall every scene in the "Birth of a Nation" and see if it is not re-enacted in reality. The "Birth of the Nation" scene re-enacted in reality. Such things always happen where seeds of race hate and plantation were planted. Snow without interference. Palatka (Fla.) Advocate. The St Louis race riot is the worst yet in the history of the country. Its purposes in destruction of human life and accused of the riots, Wilhelmstein and Jacob, are not clear. The government is now taking a hand in such mob violence and not leaving the adjustment to the state itself is a condition we have dead and waited for. We have not done that a true bill of indictment and conviction will be brought against many. Nashville (Tenn.) Globe. To say that the East St Louis barbariates outherd Herod would be but a feeble expression. The crimes of the outlaws we trust will be fully investigated and punishment meted out to their perpetrators is our ardent wish and desire. Omaha (Neb.) Monitor. The most saddening feature of this terrible affair is the fact that it is but the frutage, of the general American attitude towards black men. Black men are the most prejudice of that race prejudice which denies to the Negro his civil, political and industrial rights, and manifests itself in segregation. "Jimcroism" and like disabilities, prejudice which regards him and treats him as a thing apart in our national life. Houston (Tex.) Freeman. Instead of meeting force with force, especially in instances where all Negroes are disarmed, as they wage at East St. Louis, the pick-up-and-go plan, regardless of personal sacrifice, is effective way to combat lynching and indifference on the part of the "best white people" who, like the officers of the law, never move or do anything until their business is damaged by the fury and recklessness of the mob. Providence (R. I.) Advance. We hope this event will thoroughly stir up the Negro masses as to pave the way for a general unification process among the race, for at no time in our American history do we need an organized as at present trying period. Hopkinsville (Ky.) 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If such deeds of murder and arson represent Christianity, democracy and republicanism then let it repent the unmilptent Father that He ever permitted such an institution to the Illinois incident and all other mobocratic demonstrations are criminals of the deepest dye, and to permit them to go unpunished and unchecked disqualifies America or any other country to challenge the cause of democracy henceforth, now and for- Boston (Maize.) Chronicle. The colored people will not "stomach" proscription and insults very easily. The colored people are frailty and freedom are being dished out to Russia and Ireland across the seas with colored Americans left behind as given the right to resettle free air. Rockhill (N. C.) Messenger. Riots among the two races in this country are to be deplored at any time, and most especially now when they occur. We should be amicably adjusted without doing violence to either—in order that our united strength in power and sentiment may be turned towards the common enemy—Germany and her allyes. Raleigh (N. C.) Independent. We understand that the race conflict in East St. Louis arose out of the fact that industrial enterprises were importing and employing large numbers of Southern Negroes. This subsequent horror is but a continuation of this purpose with the added force of hostility to the government of the United States in its war with Germany. For the most part the lawless hordes who were active in the East St. Louis riot are foreigners with unpronounceable names, who are out of sympathy with our institutions and would gladly see our country go down in ignominious defeat. It may be a scheme well conceived to divert the energies and resources of the country from a violent conflict to stir up internal strife and embarrass the government in its war policies. : Chicago (Ill.) Idea. The Illinois Idea is neither discouraged nor angry about the riot in East St. Louis. There are millions of good whites and millions of good blacks in St. Louis. The riot in St. Louis is that the tough whites and the bad blacks cannot be turned loose among themselves, until the entire lot on both sides are wiped out of existence. The good should not be classed with the bad. Southern Christian Recorder (A.M.E.) The state government disgraced, the lieutenant general referred to by her enemies in derision and those all, Heaven has been inspired, and the God who created all mankind, regarded as a sleeping retrospect. Their biggest mistake is the God is not asleep; neither is He unmindful of the treatment of his helpless and innocent children. Patience, Faith, and Prayers, must be practiced by those who are oppressed. God will hold His court in every justice will be fair, color or conditions. Toneka (Kan.) Plaindealer. It is the duty of the executives of all states to surround themselves with the heat classes of citizens irrespective of color to perform the duties of the dance, that may arise that the matter may be checked at once. As a rule these white ruffians have influence over the better class of whites and before the law can be notified or made to break out and do harm that cannot be repaired for years. It seems that at this crucial time when war has been declared upon imperial Germany, there are duties of this country but all should be working hand in hand. National Baptist Voice. We are brave men, but patient and long-suffering, and we appeal to the government and the high manhood of the governing race to check these ever-recurring atrocities of the past, and to innocent men, women and children. We still have faith and believe that the great majority of the white race will from now on effectively deal with such murderers in their race who with wantonness kill women and children, along with defenseless men, because the vandals think this fact will shield them from any sort of answer or punishment. Yes, let the nobler part of the white race stamp out these hellish proclivities and misfortunes the Christian civilization erected by the better part. Hannibal (Mo.) Record. If more of our metropolitan journals would speak out thus against unlawfulness, we would have fewer disgraced scenes like the East Side Group, the Brooklyn Group, and these acts to not alone hurt the community in which they are enacted, but hurt the entire country, and cause race prejudice to grow and spread, and weaken our national unity, the group should our nation together, regardless of race or nationality. Norfolk (Va.) Journal and Guide. Will the United States Government take cognizance of the East St. Louis massacre? Is there any section of the United States in which the American exo cannot enjoy life, life, life, deporting himself as a law-abiding citizen? Will the United States government permit any group of its citizens to be deprived by anarchy of the common right to work for an honest living? Of these issues raised by the French race riots, and unless the United States Government takes prompt and vigorous action upon them, the United States Government should renounce its purposes for entering the world war and stand convicted among the nations of the world as the greatest hypocrite of all times. Indianapolis (Ind.) Freeman. A steadily demand for protection and justice such as we have kept up for the years will be our best weapons of offense and defense. These, with intelligence, thoughtful counsel, and the thought of resorting to other means on our part. As belligerent as we might choose to be we are in no sense prepared for an issue of that kind, and if we are wise we will keep it strictly on our part. COUNTRY APPLAUDS ROOSEVELT (Continued from page one) "A Grover Cleveland would have dealt with the East St. Louis murderers in the same vigorous fashion. The word of demenion and protest would not have gone out to the country from Carnegie Hall, but from Washington." The New York Globe, referring editorially to Col. Roosevelt's speech, says: "Whatever Mr. Gompers may have intended, his explanation of the East St. Louis massacre of Negroes was in effect a mitigation, or at least in palliation. To plead economic causes in such a connection was, as Colonel Roosevelt said, to repeat the excuses made in Russia when Jews were victims of pogroms. The East St.' Louis outbreak was a pogrom against the Negroes. Large words and attacks on exploiting capitalists do not suffice to screen the public fact. The retusal to accord to the Negro equal rights, to fall on him, and his wife and children when he presumes to exercise them, is the great shame of our democracy. Let us rejoice that the country possesses one public man with a sense of justice lively enough to feel hot rage. Mr Gompers is the champion of one class that he deems oppressed. He should broaden out enough to feel sympathy for another class more grossly oppressed. If the principles of the Declaration of Independence are good they are good for all—for the restraint of race discrimination as well as of capitalistic exploitation. As to men of other colors, not resident in this country, it is doubtless wise to adopt a policy of exclusion, but the Negro brought without his consent, is here and must be treated justly as a freeman and citizen." The New York Evening Post sees fit to praise Col. Roosevelt by saying: "Theodore Roosevelt's sense of justice, and his fundamental belief in an ordered democracy: never shone out more usefully than in his set-to with Mr. Gompers at the Russian meeting last night. One may regret that such a controversy should have been injected into such an occasion, but once in it, Col Roosevelt bore himself manfully. He did not seek the quarrel. In his formal address of greeting to the new Russian democracy, it was right and proper that he should refer to the defects of our own. His demonstrative mention, of the shocking East St Louis murderous roots expressed only what every decent American feels. And the attempted palliation of the horror and shame by Gompers, with his hollow apologies for labor unions resisting the tyranny of competing workmen who had been hired to East St. Louis, raised a wrath in Mr. Roosevelt's which was wholly righteous. His hold stand and his burning words will be noted throughout the entire land, and will help to bring about a better public sentiment. Already the citizens of East St. Louis are putting on sackcloth and ashes and are pledging themselves—though a trifle late—to give ample protection to every laborer, black or white. All thanks to Col Roosevelt say we, for having borne his testimony, like a brave man and a good citizen, against mob murder." WANTS A NATIONAL (Special to THE NEW YORK ASS) SPRINGFIELD, Mass—Sunday at St. John's Church the Rev. W. N. DeBerry declared that race riots, friction and the enactment of proscriptive segregation laws may be expected as inevitable incidents of the present exodus of the Negro for northern communities. 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N. Y. Tarrytown, N. Y.—Services at the Shiloh Baptist Church were well attended Sunday. The congregation was well pleased with both sermons. Passing on the Pharr and "Longing for God" The offering for the day was $45.00 There was an interesting session of the Sunday school. The conference was Mrs. Linda Pharr the pastor of efficient wife, July 3, was a source. SCHENECTADY N Y Sohmetally, N. Y.-Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Simmons are the proud parents of a little son. Many people attended the two services conducted by the Rev. P. R. Washington at the A. M. E. Zion church. Sunday The services were full of spirit A new member was taken into the church. It is predicted that this will be a banner year for the church. The order of Moses will hold their plenum at Electric City Park on July 26. WESTBURY N Y Westbury, N. Y.—Sunday quite a number of Bethel members visited the Red Huff's quarterly meeting at Freeport and had a glorious time. Twenty-five little girls from New York are spending a fortnight at the Fresh Air Home. They were of Yonkers, spent a few days with her sisters and brothers last week. Quarterly meeting Sunday at Zion Church was a success, every one who attended enjoyed the services. NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y. New Rochelle, N. Y.-Madame Marle P. Harrington will leave for Lynchburg, Va. her birth place. While away she will visit-Washington, Dantville and Chatham, Va. She entertained Mesdames M.C. Lawton and Dr. V. Morton Jones at breakfast on Friday, after the close of the Woman's Federation. The Grand Lodge, Knights of Pythias, will convene at League Hall, wok, July 19. The Grand Lodge sermon will be held at St Catherine A. M. F. Church, Sunday July 15. Lee Crawford is grand chanc WESTBURY, N. Y. WESTBURY, N. Y—Sunday, July 1, was the first quarterly meeting in this conference year at Bethel A. M. E. Church. It was well attended, with visitors from as far as Staten Island and Brooklyn, as well as from the neighboring villages. It was a success spiritually and financially. On Wednesday evening, June 27, Mrs. Elfrede Washington entertained the Excelsior Club at her residence. Mrs. Lula Hodge and son Alfonse and Mrs. Irving Weston and little daughter Pearl of Brooklyn called on Augusta Payne recently as they were touring Long Island by automobile. Miss Mary A. Jones passed away June 29 at the age of 63. She was a relative of the Levi family. Funeral took place on Sunday, July 1, at 4 p. m. at the A. M. E. Zion church, the Rev. D. James officiating. LE ROY N. V Le Roy, N. Y. -On next Sunday, July 16th, the Second Baptist Church will dedicate their new church edifice on Martie Street. The occasion will also be rally day. The morning sermon will be preached by the pastor. The dedication sermon at 3 P. M. will be preached by the Rev. E. B. Richman of St. Mary's Church, Mr. M. W. Johnson, of Washington, D. C. spent last Monday with the Rev and Mrs. Jas, E. Rose, Misses Martha Lewis and Madge Price, of Rockster, spent Sunday in Le Roy, visiting relatives. Mrs. Marshall Clark was a visitor in Scottsville last week. Mrs. Walter Gilliam, of South Street, is impinging from a severe illness. Mr. and Mrs. Phil Sellers were entered at dinner Sunday. Mrs. Mr. Sellers will meet on Thursday of the week at the home of Mrs. Lewis Stevenson. CORNING, N. Y Corming, N. Y—Miss Marie Murray of Waltham, Pa. was in this city last Saturday. William and Edward Williams of Buffalo left Corning for Massapequa. N. J. Charles Terrill of Albany N.J. went to Terrapin. Terry P. Harris left town last Saturday for Sayre, N. Y. William Burch has returned to Corning after spending a week at his home in Westfield Pa. Mrs. Calhoun Lee and daughter, Lucille, have gone to Lynchfield Pa. Misses less mother, Philip McGrady was in Corning a few days, after a visit in Jamestown, N. Y. James Tyson has returned from Syracuse. Henry Brown has returned home after spending several months in Elmirn. Misses Sarah Washburn and Edith Randa were in Big Spring, N.J. Thomas Davis, accompanied by Mrs. Murray, Miss Lillian Brook and William Gilbert, returned to Boston after spending a week in this city. Mrs. Bertha Freeman left Shrewsbury to spend two weeks in Baltimore. A lumber tender bended down social at the home of the Rev. P. H. Hopkins on July 4. NATIONAL TRAINING SCHOOL DURHAM, M. C. Fall Term opens Oct. 8, 1917 DEPARTMENTS ALREADY INITIALIZED Academic Theological College Missionary for A Music Commercial Social Service A School of the Highest standards & Ideas. For Catalog and other information address. JAMES E. SHEPHARD, Pres. June 21--3m. DURHAM, M. C. OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE HILLBURN, N. Y Hillburn, N. Y.—Mrs. Claye Gunner and Mrs. Wm. Jackson were delegates at the Convention of the Northeastern Federation of Women's Clubs held at New Rochelle on July 4, 5 and 6. Brook Chagel Sunday school held their picnic in the Grove on Mountain Avenue, July 4. Every one enjoyed the day. Douglass and Leslie Suffern, attonson, accepted a position with the Bumino for Worker ice cream and strawberry festival held by the Willing Workers on July 6, was a success. Elmer Jackson has purchased a new automobile. The Hillburn Giants trimmed the Totway hold club of Paterson on July 10 to hold the Hillburn Giants. Totway field club, Hillburn Hill, Grahn is spending the summer at Ashbury Park, N. J. Mr. and Mrs. Howard Morgen, of Hollway, Mass. are visiting friends of the Hillburn Giants, brother of New York City, is visiting her brother, Morris Perry, of Brook Street. ROSSVILLE. N. Y. Rossville, N. Y.—One of the best rallies that Rossville ever had was held on Sunday. Services were well observed. In the morning the Rev. G. E. Farriss, presiding elder, preached on the Enemies of the Cross of Christ, the M. Branch of Bavonne, spoke on the "Blind Spot." In the evening the Rev. R. G. Waters, of Orange, preached from Isaiah vl. 9, Phill. II 9. The collection for the day was $42.52, the largest amount ever taken up on one Sunday in the history of the church. The congregation sent here from the conference held at Enklewood, deserves great credit. In two months he has raised over $100. The funeral of Mrs. Harriet Green was held at the church on July 3. She was well known as a good worker for the church. On July 1 Miss Susan Bishop's funeral was held at Mr. Zion Bishop, who was an altar boy. Jacob Finney and the Rev. Mr. Lewis of West New Brighton, came down to the rally and spent a pleasant time at the home of Mrs Geo. Hunter, Mr and Mrs. F. J. Hawkins, Mrs. Benjamin Gray, Mrs. St. John were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Landin, the lawyers will learn about the church on Friday of the life of July 8 George Henry and family of Astbury Park, N. J., were in town last week. MUMFORD N Y Mumford, N. Y — Services at the Second Baptist Church were well attended Sunday, the pastor preaching at both services The Rev. and Mrs. M. W Johnson are visiting Mr. and Mrs. Frank Simms, and were among the worshipers of the Second Baptist Church on Sunday. The Rev. Mr. Johnson left Tuesday for a short stay in Connecticut. Mrs. Lewis Price spent Saturday and Sunday in Rochester Mumford Second Baptist Church will celebrate its twenty-sixth anniversary on Sunday, July 2. The week preceding the anniversary each organization of the church will give a social. On Wednesday night, July 18, the missionary will give a social in the church parlors. Thursday night, July 19, the Ladies' Aid will give a social in the church parlors. Friday night, July 20, the Sunday school and B Y P U will give a social on Mr. and Mrs. James Greene's lawn. There will be no services at the Second Baptist Church at 11 a.m. Sunday; at 7.30 p.m. the pastor will preach. Mrs. Simms entertained at dinner Thursday evening the Rev and Mrs. M. W Johnson and the Rev Mr. Hayes. KINGSTON, N. Y Kingston, N. Y.—The summer season of this historic town has opened with many visitors. Among them were Bishop J. W. Hood and wife, who were entertained at the Zion parsonage by the Rev. M. Matthews and wife, who were entertained at the Zion parsonage to his charge where he has done excellent work for the church and community. On Friday evening, July 6, a welcome reception was tendered Bishop Hood and wife, and the Rev. Matthews and wife are being welcomed by a friend. The Bishop Hood preached at the evening services on the first Sunday. From here they went to Newburgh. The North Street Mission, which was organized by the Rev. Matthews, is making great progress and are holding classes in new building and have good attendance. William Synndor and Miss Jeanette E. Jackson, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Jackson, of Bruyn Avenue, were married by the Matthews' at the parsonage, June 10. St. Hark's Church, the Rev S. T. Quinn, pastor, is progressing. Mrs. Jessie Quann Clark, daughter of the Rev and Mrs. Quann, has returned to her home at Palmer, Mass., after a pleasant stay with her parents. Mr. Clark has also been a guest. Mrs. Taskas, in the town center, has Mrs. Quann and daughter, Charles Richard, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Fitzgerald, was christened by the Rev. Matthews. Mrs. Cecelia Vanderzee and Mr. James Parents, who is employed at the state capitol, is spending his vacation at his home on Pine Street. Mr. Apkinski, who has spent some time in New York, has returned to her home, Howard Vanderzee and Emmet Burke motored to Waterbury, Ct., whose they have accepted splendid positions. The fourth annual picnic of the Helping Hand Club held at the Point on the Fourth was a very pleasing social affair. The matinee dance and shirt waist reception, by the Wayne's Committee of the Enclave of Pythian, No. 24, on July 4, was well attended and much enjoyed. Nathan Roane and Miss Queen Moton, Eugene Cooper and Miss Nettie Jeffera were married by the Rev. Mr. Matthews Mrs. Clarence C. Olliver, Jr., and sons, with her mother, Mrs. Clara Williams of Jersey City Heights are guests of Mrs. John H. Hurst, 74 Glace Street, Mr. Hurh, who has indulged, is recuperator, Sylvester Stay who has been ill, has recovered, in San Antonio, evening Mrs. Carrie Wainer who is ill, was agreeably surprised when the Helping Hand Club and a large number of friends, gathered to lend a hand. UTICA. N. Y. UTICA, N. Y.-Watler Johnson, who has been very ill, was able to return to his home at Newberry, N. C., recently. Amos Lavender is confined to his home with stomach trouble. Harry Fletcher, formerly of this city, died in the Good Shepherd Hospital at Syracuse, July 3. He is survived by his wife, mother and father. Funeral services were held at Hope Chapel, Union Church, last Friday. Interment in New Forest Cemetery. Mrs. Jacob Schneider of Liberty street is visiting friends and relatives in Virginia. The Ladies' Guild of Hope Chapel, Union Church, have secured the services of Prof. Caldwell of Syracuse, for near musicale and ice cream social, July 12. Prof. Caldwell recently returned from the South, where he has been giving concerts. The Rev. Robert J. Strother delivered a very interesting sermon on last Sunday evening at Hope Chapel. A notice was read relative to the Churches of Giza doing their share in giving children from New York City's tenement district homes during the summer. A collection was raised and forwarded to the treasurer. Mrs. L. V. Countrie of 258 Genesee street, who has been in the hospital, has returned home, much improved. Win. F. Barber and Mrs. Alice Washington left last Sunday for a trip to New York City and Washington, D.C. Mrs. J. H. Stevenson of New York, who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Buck, of 326 Catherine street, returned home after a two weeks' stay, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Whitford and little daughter, Vola, of Watertown, spent the week-end in our city, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Robinson and Long Robinson spent the Fourth fishing. The Rev Robert J. Strother is visiting in Philadelphia. He expects to stop at the Grand Lodge Convention of the Knights of Pythias at New Rochelle. The Red Caps Social Club at 29 Whitesboro street serves meals evenings. Ladies are invited, accompanied by gentlemen from Mondays to Fridays. YONKERS N Y At the Metropolitan A M E Zion Church, Sunday July 11, goodly con- gregations greeted Dr. John J. Smyer, who has been corresponded to this church for another year. Miss Susie Woodson is visiting her sister in Philadelphia Mrs C N Gorland of Hertingham, Mia who has been visiting her grand and great grand children in Jersey City, has returned to the com- munity. Mrs John J. Smyer, School Street, Miss L E Howard visited her unit Miss Lueneda Madison, of Montclair, N J Master Alphons Smier, son of her and Mrs. John J. Smier, was graduated from the city grammar school No. 2. There were fifty graduates. Master Alphons was the only colored boy and will enter the Yonkers high school. Master Smier, in a class of 42, the Ruth May Smier, in a class of 27 white, led the entire class. Miss Alice Rogers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs John A. Roskers, 20 Culver Street, graduated from the Saunders trade school last Tuesday afternoon. Miss Ruth, daughter of Mrs George Manu of Riverdale Avenue and Culver Street, being only colored graduate in a class of one hundred, led a fine letter of commendation from Mrs. Bruce, the principal of the school her daughter's accomplishment Dr. John J. Smyer, who was one of the general officers elected at the A M E Zion General Conference last May, in Louisville, has just returned from a visit to West, where he has been traveling in the interest of his department, the Zion Lodge of Finance. His principal stops were made at Windsor, Ohio, Indianapolis, Ind and Rochester. He reports a successful trip, Miss Fanny F. Lane, a graduate of New London, John Harris ammor, New London, John Jr., of Jersey City, were guests of their aunt, Mrs. Mary Smyer, Mrs. George Mann of Roverdale Avenue entertained a number of young people in honor of her daughter's grandmother. Mrs. and Mrs. Louise Layle were the guests of Miss Alice Rogers last week. At eleven o'clock in Sunday, July 5, Dr John J. Sinner prepares from the text. Where the people have no visions, the people have good conversations, greeted the pastor, and evened Supt Evan's conduct the Sunday school in the afternoon. Class No. 2: Mrs Chas Borden teacher was the second junior class. Class No. 3: Mrs Chas Borden teacher was the Mrs Funeine Holm in visited relatives and friends in Yonkers last Sunday. John R. Green continues to keep with the K of Kiddies as grand Mrs Sathie. Esquard has come away for the summer to the mountains. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. Saratanta Springs, N. Y—Guests at the Toppling Cottage are Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Brown Mr. and Mrs. Jones. New York: Mr. Curtin Brooklyn; J. H. Worthington Macon, Ga: W. H. Riddick Atlantic, Ct. N. J. M. Hissell Commonwealth, Md. J. M. Hische Ross Inhancorp, Misc. P. Hulchee Burchmeyer, Boston, Ms. Gala Polkerson, New York, and Mrs. Elva V. Foster, Pensacola, Fla. are guests at the Collington Cottage Miss Marrone Whitfield, formerly of the Frank Montgomery Company, has been seriously ill in the Saratanta Hospital, where operation last Wednesday underwent her convalescence abe is visiting her mother, Mrs. Whitfield Brown, 27 Walwerth Street. Mrs Rose Bell Simmons departed this life on Friday, July 6 after a long illness. She was a member of the Bethesda Episcopal Church, from which the funeral was held on Monday. The Rev. H. P. LeF. Graham, director, officiated. The deceased is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Rose Gray, and three sons, George, Rousseau and William Simmons. The internment was in Greenridge Cemetery, Dr. and Mrs. K. D. Cammack, of Mobile, Ala., and Milwaukee, Wis. are stopping at the Zion personage with the Rev. and Mrs. F. U. A. Brooks. The Brooks Camp Fire Girls, under the direction of Mrs George Holley, guardian, gave the Calambian Red Cross drill in the Dancing Academy on June 28. It was largely attended and was a social and financial success. cesses. Those who took part were Missen Louise Nelson, Elizabeth Jackson, Edith Oliver, Goldie Brown, Ernestine Wenttle, Pearl Ohlville, Jennie Seymour, Seymour Gtrude Lane, Pauline Jackson, Ilicy Watts, Nantle Moody, Frankie Marshall, Rose Summerville and Addie Biracie. The latter acted the part of Columbia. It is probable that the will be repeated during the summer. Joseph Melanie, head waiter of the United States Hotel, journeyed from Jacksonville, Fla., to Saratoga Springs in his Hudson touring car. He was accompanied by Mrs. Melanie and three friends. The team had much of the time was spent in sight seeing in many of the cities on the way. Morris Skelly, head waiter of the Grind Union Hotel, with his family and staff are located in Hamilton Street and Mrs. Essex Worthing of Saratoga Hospital in our city on July. On the fourth the former again visited Saratoga in Ms. Cahilline touring car Mrs. Virginia Jones is ill in the local hospital. Mr. Broughton is also on the sick list. John Franklin is combined to his wife Sally. She is what indisposed Mrs. William Brown passed away on June 22. The funeral was held on June 21. The Roy, T. E. Bell officiated. POUGHKEEPSIE. N. Y. Doughkeepsie, N. Y —Sunday morning at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church, the Rev. F. Clarence Yan-ian, the Rev. J. Michael H. Hines, the Things I Cannot understand or the omission of God. He spoke at some length on the recent attrocities against the race at East St. Louis, and he spoke at the greatest man in America today, and as a fearless champion of human rights for all. Priers followed the sermon for the suffering and bereaved lettins the congregation was moved to tears. en's Clubs at New Rochelle. Mrs Wye captured the second prize in em. October with the Mrs. Hoyle and Mrs. Charles Hayes of Hudson worshiped at Zion Sunday. The excursion of the Zion Sibath school will be held in Aurora and will go to Kinston Point. Sunday evening at Zion a purse was presented Mrs C. VanBuren in appreciation of the honors in the Intercession. Mrs she was an abn pastor's wife. Mrs Robert School pocket united with the Church. I. The morning services at the Emanuel Baptist Church was very interesting and well attended. The Rev. C. S. Priestess preached from the church, and the pastor again preached from Judges x14. Mrs J. B. Nickelson and daugher Mrs Walsh, Dr Crofton, Spencer and Brown of ushering attended the plenic, Juley, J.5. The engagement of Clifton Pinkney and Miss Jessica Amor from Newborch attended the plenic on the 5th named Miss Helen Ford, Miss J Clark, G Hawkins and many others Mrs. George H. Bell of N Y City and two daughters are the guests of her sister Miss Bessie Bollis and G Ramses of 202 West 14th Street spent the 4th as the guest of Mrs T Scholls of Reservoir Square Mrs Chas, Huyck of Hudson is the guest of the Smiths of East Manston Street Mrs. Rose Trendwell of Mrs L. Haff is the guest of Mrs L. Haff and Mrs L. May are the guests of Mrs Haff the past week. ELMIRA N Y Elmira, N Y—Services at the Douglass Memorial Church were conducted Sunday morning by the pastor, the Rev. L. Z. Woods. Subject, "Prepare Ye the Way." Sunday school at 12:30 was in charge of the newly elected superintendent, Mr St. Clair O'Neil. At 8 p.m. Presiding Elder J. H Ellison preached. The Rev. L. J. Woods received the news of the death of his mother Sunday at Knoxville, Tenn. He left Mon day to attend the funeral. Mr. and Mrs. Storey, Misses Grace and Aldthe Johnson of Bath, N.Y. Miss Isabelle Dickinson and Mr. Mann of Corning, motored to Elmira Sunday called on Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Carter 513 Partridge street. Mr. and Mrs. James B Reid entered at six o'clock dinner Friday evening. Their guests were Mrs. Margaret Terrell and two nieces, Misses Lillian and Laura Peters of Schened. The W. C. T. U. met in the Memorial Baptist Church Tuesday evening, July 3. An excellent program was rendered Mrs. Monroe, the county superintendent, spoke A paper was read by Mrs. C. E. Cuff, Mrs. W. Taylor, Miss Jennie Gibson and a tribrombo solo by George Gibson. The Rev. Charles A Cuff left, day for Montrose, Pa., to attend the Ministerial Institute. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Vance, 518 High street, entertained at a six clock dinner Thursday evening Mrs. Margaret Terrill and two nieces Misses Laura and Lillian Peters of Schenectady, and Mrs Sarah Howard Mrs. Joseph Steele and daughter are visiting in New York City. The New Excelsior Band gave a concert and served refreshments at the band hall on Friday evening. A social was held at the Bethel Church Wednesday evening, July 4. Mrs. Isabelle Allison and daughter, Miss Isabelle, and son, Barton, of Newark, N. Y., have been visiting here the past week C. M. Howard spent a few days at his home here last week. Miss Isaphone Waters of Ithaca is visiting relatives. Mrs. W. A Johnson of Tonawanda Pa. has been the guest of her sister. Mrs. Gee. F. Brooks. 516 High street Mr. and Mrs. Edward Vance. 515 High street, motored to Owego, July 4. All news for The Ake should be given to Miss Willie Ellison or telephone 1181J. Henry Jackson and daughter, Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson, and Master James Jackson of London county, Va., are the guests of Mr. Jackson's sister, Mrs. Theronton Carter, 515 Parsippany street. BINGHAMTON N Y BINGHAMTON, N. Y—Mr. and Mrs. George Taylor, Jr., were the week-end guests of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. George Taylor, Sr., of Henry street. Mrs. Charles Hamilton and daughter have returned from Wellsville, N. Y., where they have been visiting their parents. Many friends of Mrs. William Byard are glad to know that she is out of the hospital after a stay of four weeks. Miss Donathy Bryan and Miss Doris Yannée are on the sick list. Mrs. May Sherman is the guest of Mrs. George Blyt n of Fayette street. Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Snowden of Charleston, W. Va., are the Quests of Mrs. Snowden's mother, Mrs. Luella Washington. Mrs. Nora Northrup, who has been visiting friends in Auburn, has returned. The F. and M. Club held a dance July 4. An enjoyable time was spent have returned from Weltsville, N. Y. ,Mrs. Sarah James and daughter Nelie, spent Sunday with her mother, Mrs. Byrd at Owego. Mrs. Lillian Archer has returned to Philadelphia, after spending three weeks with her sister, Miss Elizabeth Cumbo. The marriage of Miss Bessie B. Armat- her is that Thos B. Crawley was solemnized June 20 at the Carrion Church, Chatham, the R. M. C. Walker ofining, assisted by the Rev H. Moss. The bride entered on the arm of her uncle, Elder L. H. Smith. She was lived in white satin and carried "unchuck broths" toes, Miss Pearl Armat- her was made of honour and the best man was Walter Smith of Dawley, Va. Mr and Mrs Crawley left for Lynchburg, Va., where they were entertained at the home of Mr and Mr- Wim. Archer On Thursday evening they are well in Bingham, and a re- tention was held at the home of Mr I. M. Gee Bank. 20 Evert street Many beautiful presents were received from the friends of Bingham. The High School and forum was crowded to witness the graduation expenses of the grade school. One hundred and fifty pupils will enter high school in the fall, including two colored children, Mrs. Anna S. Taylor and William E. Geiger. Mater Geiger graduated with high honors, and was the president of the class. His subject was "America." St Paul's A. M. E. Church is now being renovate! and when complete will perhaps be a new church. The church will be organized a year in September. The program named the following committee for the interest of a Sipley nursing service, of which he chairman Mrs. Emma L. Hazel, Mr. Maleev, Mr. Freeland, Miss Marie I. Hazel, Miss Luella Washington. ITHACA, N, Y Ithaca, N. Y — on Tuesday evening, July 2, a reception was given by the Board of Stewardessas as a welcome to Rev H J Johnson and wife upon his return to the Ithaca Zion pastorate. A large number were present, the church parlers privitily deserved; refreshments of a dainty character were served and the whole affair a great credit to Mrs Hattie Woodsin president of the Board, Mrs John Collier and Mrs, Alice Hill, who served at the table in the dining-room, Mrs Marguerite Cook, Miss Bessie Johnson and Dorothy Chase acting as waitresses and Mrs Fred Smith, who arranged the program which was ab follows. Introduction of guests, Mrs Nanette Scott, welcome on behalf of the members Wm E Perry, welcome from Stewardesses, Mrs Ella Thompson, welcome from Sunday School, Miss Dorothy Chase, conference report Mrs. L M Spadling vocal trio, Mrs E. H Smith, Mrs Chapman and Harry H Room, response to welcome, the Rev H J Johnson. Mrs. Jennie Cannon, recently broke her arm. Mr. and Mrs. Verdelle Payne have purchased a 25-acre farm near Etaun and will devote their energies to raising poultry. James H. Cooper, who is located at Niacara Lake, spent July 4, with his family, 519 Green street. Mrs. Wm E. Perry and Mrs. Hester Taylor have gone to Saratoga for the summer. The former was accompanied by little Miss Louise Ryan Robertson. Mrs. Archie Moore gave a luncheon recently in honor of her parents, Mr. and Mrs Frederick Carillie, who are her guests. In the temperance demonstration and parade on July 4, of the 600 persons participating, the Eliza Peterson W. C. and Lucy Thorman Y. P. B. each had a decorated coat. The Sylvin Harris L. T. L. marched and was in the group picture on the M. E. Church steps. Mrs. Bentrice Woolen of Paducah, Ky., is spending the summer with Miss Cora Frathen and relatives at 25 Cleveland avenue. Miss Parmilla Ross, Mabel Connor and Ruth Stevison left for Saratoga Springs Monday for the summer. Miss Maggie Roy. Florence Johnson, Sarah Erwell, Estella Day and Alice Hill left for Rochester, to attend the funeral of Mrs. Mattie Randolph Miss Anita was called to Washington, D. C. to attend the funeral of her mother. Stanley Wells has returned from Watertown. Miss Ruth Sides is the guest of Mrs. Edward Bow. H. Alonzo Brown entertained at cards, Saturday, July 7 A high school, normal school and college, for the Christian education of Negro youth. Seven well equipped brick buildings. Exceptional library facilities. Manual training, domestic science, kindergarten training, printing. Especial emphasis upon home life. Religious services, Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A., Athletics, Literary Societies. 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. Open all year round. MRS. AGNES L. KEMP, Principal. 39% Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, N. C. Formerly of Brooklyn, N. Y. THE A. & T. SUMMER SCHOOL EIGHTEENTH ANNUAL SESSION BEGINS JUNE 25, 1917, and continues five weeks. Two weeks' Institute also. Growing older, better and stronger. Last summer applications are ceeded capacity. Teachers, therefore, should send Registration Fee and secure lodging in advance. For terms, catalogue or other information, address President J. B. DUDLEY, Agricultural & Technical College, Greensboro, N. C. BUFFALO. N. Y. Buffalo, N. Y.—Thursday, Friday and Sunday were gala days in the history of the Michigan Avenue Baptist Church: The occasion was the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the plaster, the Rev. Dr. J. Edward Nash. A concert of vocal and literary works by the Rev. L. Leonard Sayers, was the feature on Thursday night. Every number was enjoyed. Friday night was observed as Clive night. The pastors of the sister churches gathered with representatives of their congregations. Mosby McAden acted as master of ceremonies; James Phillips officiated as time-keeper. Greetings and congratulations were given by Rev. A. L. Wilson, E. Robert Bennett, Henry Durham, George Briggs for the Associations, the Rev. J. J. Patterson, the Buffalo Baptist Union, the Rev. A. W. Bourne, the Ministers' meeting, the Rev. L. S. Kneeland spoke on Twenty-five Years Ago'; the Rev. J. K. Mason for the Afro-American Rev. J. Nash as Pastor; Mrs M. W. Tappert on the Rev Nash as Preacher; Mr. H. Lewis on the Rev Nash as a friend of the People. To all of these the Rev. Dr. Nash responded in a hatty veil serious vein. An elaborate lampet was served by Catger Henry F. Hamilton. The ladies were all gowned in handsome evening dresses, while the men were dressed as Some two hundred guests sat down to the beautifully decorated tables. Sunday morning Dr. Nash preached a special sermon to the young men and young women of his congregation. Music was rendered by the large J. J. Cattie. At the Christian Culture Congress, an institution founded by Dr. Nash, held at four o'clock, the program was rendered by an array of white talent, and the speeches were by white ministers and honors. Sunday morning the people of the city and congregation gave a sacred concert and at its close a purse of $250 was presented to Dr. Nash as a token of appreciation (only three persons are now living who welcomed the passions of their children and people of the age. The Ace joins the Buffalo citizens in extending congratulations. Mrs. Henrietta A. Wright, of Walnut Street, entertained in honor of her daughter, Henrietta June's 12th birthday. Enjoying many past friends, Henrietta intends to meet friends were sheged into the dining room, where covers were laid for twenty-two and a beautiful birthday cake created them. Many nice presents were received in honor of the day, the flowers, the book, the gravestone and a beautiful ornament Bible. Miss Mary Humpton, a former graduate of the Luttyette High school, and a graduate of the Provident Hospital, Chicago Training School for Nurses, has resisted her position in the Nurses home, Kansas City, where she was superintendent and will become the first female P. H. teacher in the Mid. who has a large practice in Kansas City, where he is now reading. Among those who graduated from high and grammar schools and who were mentioned before are Edward Anderson from Lafayette High; from No S. and Jesse Tucker from No N. 22. Miss Elizabeth Howard was married to Rossel Medi at her home on Poster Street Wednesday night, before a large number of friends and invited guests. The ceremony was performed her pastor, the Rev. Dr. Nash Miss Humpton, the Rev. Dr. Nash Miss Howard, brother of the bride, was best man. The presents were numerous and handsome. White waiters employed in the cafes and lunch rooms of the city struck for higher wages on the Fourth of July, just as the Holiday rush was on. The management of the various houses of the city was at a standstill, the number of colored men to fill their places. A number of students from Howard, Lincoln, Hampton and other southern institutions are dilling these positions with credit. The white waiters are atout to adjust their differences which will mean that the colored boys will be dismissed. Men's Guild will have their sacred duties in parlor of St. Philips' Church, on Sunday, July 15, at four o'clock. The Home Defense Guard met on Tuesday night and after a round table of discussion of current events, enrolled thirty-four members and formed the Third North Carolina Resident of Volunteers in the Spanish-American war was elected captain. Sergent Bonaventure first sergeant of the 24th regiment, and second sergeant of Alfred Montana veteran and another in the British and Australian over seas regiment, 2nd lieutenant. Sergent Valentine of the U.S. Marine reserve corps, 1st sergeant. Meetings will be held at the Phillips Guild rooms. After the ceasus has organization, and after the ceasus has Leen recruited to 100 members, application-will be made for assignment in the Hom Deck School of the State of New York as a company intact. Rev. Father Bennett presided. Mrs. Leila Washington of Taft Place, will shortly leave for Chicago and Ohio to spend a vacation of five weeks. Shiloh Baptist Church, Clinton Hom. Dickson Street, will hold $500 rally July 14 T. C. Josephs has gone to Toronto, Canada, for the summer. Troop 53, B. S. A. took part in the Fourth of J. J. celebration and held at the Griffin Girls School, making a record for themselves equal to the boys. The Captain and three lieutenants successfully passed the required examinations. Twelve of the girls who took the tenurefoot examination were beautiful American flag has been presented by J. H. Duffin to St. Philip's Episcopal Church. The flag will be taken on Sunday afternoon, July 29, with impressive ceremonies. The Queen of the South to three candidates, and enjoying a banquet, the Naomi Lodge, Eastern Star, has adjourned its meetings until September, when they will meet in their new home on Huron and 22nd Street, and in September 2023, eight clock, the Order of Foresters will assemble at St. Philip's Church, and have their annual sermon, preached by the Rev Father Bennett. The Union plenk and outing of the two nominational Churches will be held at Erie Beach on Thursday, July 25. NEWARK N J NEWARK, N. J.—The citizens of Essex County, have ceased to tone down their ambition for sake of a few loaves and fishes and a decitful smile. They have resolved to discontinue wiggling along in a haphazard and desultory manner. A wide awake committee representing every organization in the city and county met at the Republican County Committee rooms and sounded a warning to the party managers that they have endorsed Jas. E. Sadler for the State Legislature. He is a man with pleasant personality, devout Christian, and intense loyalty to race in speech and action. The Rev A. Clayton Powell, of New York, addressed the Ministers' Conference at Bethany Baptist Church Monday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Fletcher, of First street, proprietors of the Royal Theatre, Asbury Park, are sojourning at the resort to direct engagement of their play house. Miss Anna McRory spent a few days last week visiting friends and relatives in Moorestown, N J and Philadelphia. Miss Halve Woodson visited relatives in Trenton and on the Fourth was the guest of her brother, Edwin Woodson, a student of Bordentown On Sunday Miss Woodson entertained at dinner her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. A C Coleston of Montclair, and Miss A McRory JERSEY CITY. N. L. Jersey City, N. J.--Stertles at Salem Baptist Church last Sunday were very interesting. Large audiences board Pastor R. C. Judkins at 11 M. and 12 M., and the collectors were welcome last Monday night. The pastor last Monday night for Lynchburg, Va. where he is attending the great Baptist Jubilee of Virginia. The Rev R. A. Motley and his grandmother, Miss Alexe McDonald, also are attending the meeting and visiting relatives in Lynchburg. Mrs Helen Howell and her little boy, James are visiting their relatives in Hampton, Va. The lecture at Salem Baptist Church July 3, by Dr. A. C. Peel, was hosted by a large audience and cheered to the echo. He was accompanied by Mrs. Powell and their son The Boyz Club, of Salem, will give a concert, July 20, for the benefit of the Coal rally. Mrs. Salle Harvey, a former member of Pastor Judking at Montgomery, Ala., attended the services recently. The services preached 2 P. M. last Sunday for the Baptist Church, the Rev. Dr. P. C. James, pastor. At Bethel A. M. E. Church, the Rev. Alley Carter Sanders, pastor, Sunday services were well attended. Six community members were present. Communion was large and impressive. The Sunday school session was well attended, six pupils having joined. Alley League met at 4 P. M., and rendered a splendid program. The first, the second, and third years was held Sunday. Quarterly conference Tuesday. The pastor and delegate Jesse Johnson, attended the District Conference at New Brunswick. A special session was presided over by the Rev Solomon Porter Fund, brushing off PRES EDWARD T. WARE. THE NEW YORK AND THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1915 --- --- Entered at the Post Office at New York as Second Class Matter. Published on Thursday of every week by Fred R. Moore, 247 W. 40th Street, New York. Telephone, Bryant 3815. FRED R. MOORE...Publisher and Editor LESTER A. WALTON. Managing and Dramatist Editor JAMES W. JOHNSON...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. Subscription's by Mail, Postpaid. ONE YEAR.....$2.00 SIX MONTHS.....1.00 THREE MONTHS.....6.00 SINGLE COPY.....2.50 TO CATALOG FOR ONE YEAR.....2.50 TO FOREIGN COUNTRIES, ONE YEAR.....3.00 With sending manuscripts for publication, hedly enclose fampa for possible rejection. To entire publication in the current issue, correspondence must be in THE AGE office not later than Tuesday. Miscellaneous or display advertising will be received in THE AGE Office not later than Wednesday, 10 a. m., of each week. THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1917 THE UNRULY TONGUES. An unruly tongue is frequently a source of danger and a breeder of disturbance for its possessor and those associated with him. The Negro race is afflicted with many individuals whose wagging tongues are apt to lead them into indiscreet utterances that reflect upon the whole race. No man, or woman either, for that matter, is a friend to the race, who publicly advises a. resort to violence to redress the wrongs and injustices to which members of the race are subjected in various sections of the country at the present time. Those who advise the resort to firearms and the throwing of bombs as a means of reprisal for such outrages as the slaughter at East St. Louis are playing with fire. The indiscreet talkers will probably be the last to suffer from their empty mouthings, as those who preach violence are the last to practice it. But their bombast can only do harm. We are insisting on the maintenance of law and order; we are claiming the protection of the law and invoking the law for the redress of those evils that confront us; we cannot therefore afford to encourage lawlessness on our behalf. We must, therefore, maintain law and order on our own part. Let the limber tongued brethren restrain their natural, but dangerous vaporings. Let them unite in a manly insistent appeal to the proper authorities to maintain the supremacy of the law. Public sentiment is opposed to such outrages as the race has just suffered and will back up such an appeal. The unruly tongues should not be allowed to alienate public sympathy from the cause of the oppressed. SAMMY, TEDDY OR BILLY? The reports, "passed by censor," that the American troops recently landed in France, have been affectionately greeted by the French people as "Sammies," has started a lively discussion among the mighty minds of the metropolitan dailies, as to an appropriate nickname for the soldier from this side. The choice seems to limited to the two names, "Sammy" and "Teddy." The British soldier for a long time has been popularly referred to as "Tommy Atkins." Hence the term "Tommies" is not liable to misunderstanding when used to describe those troops in a body, though we doubt if the kilted warriors from the Scottish Highlands are included under that nickname. "Jock" or "Sandy" would seem more in keeping for the wearers of the tartan. But nevertheless, the The advocates of the term "Sammies" can point to the fact that "Uncle-Sam" is the popular embodiment of the presiding genius of the United States, and it would only be natural that his nephews and namesakes should be enlisted in his armies. The contention raised by some that the diminutive "Sammy" sounds mollycodlish seenis far fetched. The proper name Samuel is full of strength and virility and has an honorable record from the days of the prophets and patriarchs to the present. Even the affectionate use of the diminutive "Sammy" cannot separate it from the idea of force and go-ahead-ativeness. With the variation of "Sambo" color and music are added to the appellation. "Teddy" derives its strength from the fact that it suggests the strenuous and vital personality of an illustrious ex-President, who is represented abroad by several members of his family, though debarred from being present in person. Its force and strength are exceptional, but restricted to that one personality. It lacks the general application found in "Sammy." However, in case the advocates of the two terms should end in a deadlock, a dark horse might take the lead in the form of "Billy." Euphonious, thoroughly American and already popular as a masculine salutation, "Bill" or "Billy" would fill the bill. Be it "Sammy," "Teddy" or "Billy." may success attend their campaign! THE OLDEST RACE JOURNAL Preparations are being made to celebrate the sixty-fifth anniversary of the Christian Recorder, the official organ of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The Christian Recorder is probably the oldest race journal now in existence. It was founded in 1852 in Philadelphia, and is the only surviving race newspaper which helped to fight for the abolition of slavery. Some of the most brilliant men of the race have filled its editorial chair. Its first editor was the Rev. Marcellus M. Clark, who was one of the very few Negroes to graduate from college during the first half of the 19th century; the Rev. (afterwards Bishop) Jabez P. Campbell, the Rev. Elisha Weaver, the Rev. (now Bishop) B. T. Tanner, the Rev. (now Bishop) B. F. Lee; the Rev. H. T. Johnson. The present editor is the Rev. R. R. Wright, who serves in the double capacity of editor and manager of the book concern. The celebration will take the practical form of attempting to wipe out the debt of the concern, amounting to $15,000. We trust the effort may be crowned with success and that the Recorder, freed from its burden, may be converted into an asset instead of an incumbrance of the denomination it represents. WANTED TO CORRESPOND. There is a class of advertising at which even the most hardened newspaper man is apt to shake his head. An example of this recently came to this office with the request to place in one issue and forward replies. It reads as follows: Wanted—To correspond with lady of unquestionable character, with at least a normal education and musical. Send photo and state all in first letter. Address care of THE AGE. Now, we believe that the advertiser in this instance is a reputable citizen, of good character, and that his intentions in requesting the insertion of the above advertisement are perfectly honorable and aboveboard. Writing from a section of the country where feminine society is at a premium, he may be driven to this unconventional mode of securing the element lacking to his well being. But should The Age assume the risk of printing it and bringing into contact two human souls with perhaps disastrous results? Advertising of this nature was For three years the American Negro has been listening to a flow of high-sounding words about democracy and humanity, coming from the highest authority in the land; all the while the truth being forced upon him by facts that the speaker of these words, consciously or unconsciously, did not include black men in either his "democracy" or his "humanity." The American Negro has seen the whole nation stirred to action over atrocities in Belgium and Serbia and Armenia; while seemingly nothing could be done or even said about atrocities in Waco and Gainesville and Abbeville and Memphis and East St. Louis. The American Negro sees the nation go forth as the champion of oppressed peoples in other lands; and his bewilderment gives way to a feeling of contempt for the civilization and the religion. That can clothe themselves in such hypocrisy. These feelings have been growing stronger through the past three or four years, and reached their greatest intensity after the burnt human sacrifice at Memphis and the massacre at East St. Louis; while the empty words about making the world safe for democracy were still echoing through the land. And thus the American Negro stood, straining to hear words of sincerity. They have come. Come from the lips of Theodore Roosevelt, our champion of old. With all his tremendous might and power he struck a blow at hypocrisy. He held the mirror up to the face of the nation so that it could see itself through the eyes of truth. He also shed a new light across our sky and shed a new hope in our hearts. MORE EVIDENCE OF IGNORANCE Last week we said that the'S less about the Negro than does the knows the Negro on the outside, liar with his outer needs and effec his inner sufferings and aspiration from an editorial on the Negro ex server is further evidence of the t There is no use shutting our eye the Negro is entirely separated from disturbed about the loss of his vote, gation. What he wants is better proper recognition of his worth as are given him, that portion of the wants will come back, and the desirious to retain will stay here Here we have the editor of such progressive Negroes as the have shown themselves to be do not feel humiliated and outrag Here we have a well informed me believes that all they want is wi wants, a fairly decent place to slee ance is a crime. But the question arises, does server really believe, down in his we said that the South, contrary to its Negro than does the North. We stated that Negro on the outside, but not on the inside,outer needs and efforts, but is absolutely sufferings and aspirations. The following personal on the Negro exodus in the Charlotte other evidence of the truth of that statement no use shutting our eyes to the actual facts. The entirely separated from political causes. The out the loss of his vote, nor is his mind concerned that he wants is better homes, better pay for aition of his worth as an industrious laborer, him, that portion of the migrated Negroes which come back, and the desirable element which the will stay here. We have the editor of an important paper to passive Negroes as the colored people of North themselves to be do not want the right to be numbulated and outraged at attempts to seize a well informed man living among them, all they want is what any good horse, by decent place to sleep and enough to eat, come. Question arises, does the editor of the book believe, down in his heart, what he says? Last week we said that the South, contrary to its boast, knows less about the Negro than does the North. We stated that the South knows the Negro on the outside, but not on the inside. It is familiar with his outer needs and efforts, but is absolutely ignorant of his inner sufferings and aspirations. The following paragraph taken from an editorial on the Negro exodus in the Charlotte (N. C.) Observer is further evidence of the truth of that statement: There is no use shutting our eyes to the actual facts. The exodus of the Negro is entirely separated from political causes. The Negro is not disturbed about the loss of his vote, nor is his mind concerned with segregation. What he wants is better homes, better pay for his labor and proper recognition of his worth as an industrious laborer. When these are given him, that portion of the migrated Negroes which the South wants will come back, and the desirable element which the South is anxious to retain will stay here Here we have the editor of an important paper believing that such progressive Negroes as the colored people of North Carolina have shown themselves to be do not want the right to vote, that they do not feel humiliated and outraged at attempts to segregate them. Here we have a well informed man living among these people who believes that all they want is what any good horse, sow or mule wants, a fairly decent place to sleep and enough to eat. Such ignorance is a crime. But the question arises, does the editor of the Charlotte Observer really believe, down in his heart, what he says? A QUEER PROBLEM: The conscription law is raised in certain sections of the country, patch to a Southern newspaper we It is not the purpose of the gov't states that have a large Negro population age into the army. In states and South Carolina, where the Negro been some apprehension last farm it by the blacks going into the army. Representative Humphreys of Mr. subject, was advised that there would military service. In Mr. Humphreys Negro population in Mississippi, the June 5 greatly exceeded the whites that there would be no attempt to other large, Negro district to supply be kept on the farms. According to this dispatch, to draft colored men into the art cotton plantations of Mississippi seems to be entirely within the Humphreys, the gentleman from authorities in Washington that young white men to fill the the farms, we fail to see how they and get the right answer. It try to make zero from zero equal. However, this may after all who have managed to draw two another for blacks, from a single description law is raising a puzzling mathematications of the country as the following Wash. southern newspaper will show: At the purpose of the government to cripple farms have a large Negro population by draining the land to the army. In states like Mississippi Louisville, Carolina, where the Negro registration is heavy, apprehension last farm help especially be serious is going into the army. Native Humphreys of Mississippi who made it advised that there would be no displacing of farm vice. In Mr. Humphrey's own district, which he located in Mississippi, the number of Negroes to fully exceeded the whites. Mr. Humphreys was a would be no attempt to take young white men. Negro district to supply the places of the Negro the farms. Long to this dispatch, it is the Government ordered men into the army who might be recruited of Mississippi. All right and good, entirely within the letter of the law. In the gentleman from Mississippi, is also an Washington that no attempt will be made to tell the young colored fail to see how they are going to work the right answer. It looks as though they are zero from zero equal one. Or, this may after all be a simple problem managed to draw two interpretations, one for blacks, from a single set of laws. The conscription law is raising a puzzling mathematical problem in certain sections of the country as the following Washington dispatch to a Southern newspaper will show: It is not the purpose of the government to cripple farming in those states that have a large Negro population by draining the blacks of military age into the army. In states like Mississippi Louisiana, Georgia and South Carolina, where the Negro registration is heavest, there has been some apprehension lest farm help especially be seriously curtailed by the blacks going into the army. Representative Humphreys of Mississippi who made inquiry on this subject, was advised that there would be no displacing of farm labor for military service. In Mr. Humphrey's own district, which has the largest Negro population in Mississippi, the number of Negroes to register on June 5 greatly exceeded the whites. Mr. Humphreys was also informed that there would be no attempt to take young white men in his or any other large Negro district to supply the places of the Negroes who will be kept on the farms. According to this dispatch, it is the Government's policy not to draft colored men into the army who might be needed on the cotton plantations of Mississippi. All right and good, such a course seems to be entirely within the letter of the law. But when Mr. Humphreys, the gentleman from Mississippi, is also assured by the authorities in Washington that no attempt will be made to draft young white men to fill the roles of the young colored men kept on the farms, we fail to see how they are going to work the problem out and get the right answer. It looks as though they are going to try to make zero from zero equal one. However, this may after all be a simple problem for people who have managed to draw two interpretations, one for whites' and another for blacks, from a single set of laws. carried to such an extreme by a certain metropolitan daily, for unworthy purposes, that it became a reproach for any other paper to print such matter. We would like to know what our readers think about the matter. Is it proper or wise to print such advertisements, or is the waste paper basket or the office cat the appropriate recipient of such contributions? Let us hear from you, gentle readers! south, contrary to its boast, knows North. We stated that the South put not on the inside. It is familiar, but is absolutely ignorant of us. The following paragraph taken exodus in the Charlotte (N. C.) Obstruction of that statement: is to the actual facts. The exodus of a political causes. The Negro is not minor is his mind concerned with segregations, better pay for his labor and an industrious laborer. When these migrated Negroes which the Southible element which the South is an important paper believing that colored people of North Carolina not want the right to vote, that they need at attempts to segregate them, but living among these people who that any good horse, sow or mule up and enough to eat. Such ignorance is the editor of the Charlotte Observer, what he says? a puzzling mathematical problem as the following Washington disill show: Government to cripple farming in those relations by drafting the blacks of mil- like Mississippi Louisiana, Georgia pro registration, heavest, there has help especially be seriously curtailed Mississippi who made inquiry on this did be no deplating of farm labor for its own district, which has the largest number of Negroes to register on Mr Humphreys was also informed take young white men in his or any the places of the Negroes who will it is the Government's policy not any who might be needed on the All right and good, such a course letter of the law. But when Mr Mississippi, is also assured by the no attempt will be made to draft of the young colored men kept on are going to work the problem out looks as though they are going to one. I be a simple problem for people interpretations, one for whites' and set of laws. A reader of THE AGE writes and makes this inquiry: "Why rage and fume over, murders in Ypres, Rheims and Brussels when there is an American 'hell-hole' at East St. Louis?" Our West Virginia subscriber should refer this question to a higher and a more influential authority Don't forget to furnish the members of the Fifteenth Regiment with pipes and tobacco. Same may be sent to the Woman's Auxiliary, Seventh avenue and 131st street or The NEW YORK AGE. EAST ST. LOUIS THE WORLD MUST BE MADE SAFE FOR DEMOCRACY MORRIS A WASTE OF TIME—YET—. It is generally a waste of every term "prejudice" in forming of opinions which it does not permit facts, specially true of men who result to resist the temptation the impulse springs from to get away with it. There has been going on a session of the Negro problem in a recent issue, a Mr. A. sense of the South. In an incident that the school system Negro, is inefficient and Every Southern state has grooves at a great expense to the school so wonderfully built a Institute, at Hampton, Va. Healthy University of Puttsburgh. We can see from the above are twin brothers. Mr. Baker back to the dark ages, property owners in the South for colored children. South who rents a house holds his earnings with the amount of taxes as any separatively few property that they bore the expireddens of thousands of children and apartments. In which is so constantly Mr. Baker's statement that The only things the Sons in large quantities list of the money that went to stocks the libraries and truth. Yet, we wish to be the relation to such institute property owning Negro. Mr. Baker may take it This Tribune correspond Any young Negro may get enough. The school sys knowledge into his thick heady to learn, just as he must We should like Mr. Baker used by money coming down where a young Negro a real education. There used by money coming down. only a waste of time to argue with a "prejudice" implies a state of mind of opinions without recourse to factual permit facts to change opinions. Of men who suffer from race prejudice the temptation to argue with a pulse springs from a feeling that the way with it. Been going on in the columns of The Negro problem. The letters have been like, a Mr. Arthur W. Baker comes South. In answering the charge of the school system of the South, so far efficient and worthless," Mr. Baker's vern state has provided educational interest expense to the white taxpayers. The wonderfully built up by Booker T. Washington, Va., has more volumes in its city of Pittsburgh. From the above statement that prefers brothers. Mr Baker's theory of pre- dark ages: He still chugs to the South bear the expense of poor children. He does not realize that parents a house or a farm or works with the merchants pays, in pre- taxes as any one in the community new property owners on Manhattan. More the expense of public school thousands of children whose parents pay departments. Absurd! but not more so constantly made in the South statement about Tuskegee and Hirings the South has contributed to quantities have been air and sunset that went to buy the land and put libraries and pays the teachers has wish to be fair and say that the such institutions as Tuskegee and Hirings Negro holds to the Southern part may take either end of the argument correspondent goes on to say: Negro may get an education in the South the school system is not quite so effec思 thick head without a little effort on just as he must eat to live. Both are not like Mr. Baker, to name a single new coming directly out of the pock young Negro, however thin his skinion. There are a number of such new coming directly out of the pock It is generally a waste of time to argue with a prejudiced man. The very term "prejudice" implies a state of mind that permits of the forming of opinions without recourse to facts; and it follows that it does not permit facts to change opinions. This statement is especially true of men who suffer from race prejudice. Yet, it is difficult to resist the temptation to argue with a prejudiced people. Perhaps the ampulse springs from a feeling that they ought not be allowed to get away with it. There has been going on in the columns of The Tribune a discussion of the Negro problem. The letters have been pro and con. In a recent issue, a Mr. Arthur W. Baker comes bravely to the defense of the South. In answering the charge of a prior correspondent that the school system of the South, so far as it applies to the Negro, is "inefficient and worthless," Mr. Baker says: Every Southern state has provided educational institutions for its Negroes at a great expense to the white taxpayers. Tuskegee, Ala., has the school so wonderfully built up by Booker T. Washington, and Hampton Institute, at Hampton, Va., has more volumes in its library than the wealthy University of Pittsburgh. We can see from the above statement that prejudice and ignorance are twin brothers. Mr Baker's theory of political economy harks back to the dark ages: He still clings to the belief that white property owners in the South bear the expense of public school education for colored children. He does not realize that every Negro in the South who rents a house or a farm or works for wages and spends his earnings with the merchants pays, in proportion, as great an amount of taxes as any one in the community. Suppose the comparatively few property owners on Manhattan Island should claim that they bore the expense of public school education for the hundreds of thousands of children whose parents pay rent for houses and flats and apartments. Absurd! but not more absurd than this claim which is so constantly made in the South Mr. Baker's statement about Tuskegee and Hampton is laughable. The only things the South has contributed to these two institutions in large quantities have been air and sunshine. Practically all of the money that went to buy the land and put up the buildings, that stocks the libraries and pays the teachers has come out of the North. Yet, we wish to be fair and say that the South holds the same relation to such institutions as Tuskegee and Hampton that the non-property owning Negro holds to the Southern public school system. Mr. Baker may take either end of the argument. This Tribune correspondent goes on to say: Any young Negro may get an education in the South if he is ambitious enough. The school system is not quite so effective as to pour knowledge into his thick head without a little effort on his part; he must study to learn, just as he must eat to live. Both are natural laws We should like Mr. Baker, to name a single institution supported by money coming directly out of the pockets of the white South where a young Negro, however thin his skull might be, can get a real education. There are a number of such institutions supported by money coming directly out of the pockets of the black South. Another bit of wisdom: There has been a denial of civil rights, to be sure, for no better reason than the protection of the Negro against his own ignorance. We hardly know whether to take this seriously or as a joke. At any rate, there is a sort of grim humor in the idea of taking a man's rights away from him for his own protection. Mr. Baker, in concluding, holds out the olive branch to his Northern adversaries. He expresses his own magnanimity in the following words: went a denial of civil rights, to be sure, the protection of the Negro against his own is know whether to take this serious fire is a sort of grim humor in the way from him for his own protection in concluding, holds out the olivaries. He expresses his own map. There has been a genial of civil rights, to be sure, for no better reason than the protection of the Negro against his own ignorance. We hardly know whether to take this seriously or as a joke. At any rate, there is a sort of grim humor in the idea of taking a man's rights away from him for his own protection. Mr. Baker, in concluding, holds out the olive branch to his Northern adversaries. He expresses his own magnanimity in the following words: As real Americans let us forget internal differences and lend a hand in backing "the powers that be" in Washington during the war. I shall show my bernestness by going to France with a regiment that fought against my Gretfathers in the Civil War. We think he would have expressed truer Americanism had he said: "I shall show my earnestness by going to the front for the Government that my forefathers fought against in the Civil War." Courtesy of New York Evening Mail. HOW CANDIDATES WERE CHOSEN To the Editor of THE AGE: Permit us to offer a few words in refutation of an article that appeared in a recent issue of a Negro weekly published in Harlem, both impugning the motives of Col. Hayward in his selection of the candidates representing the Fifth Infantry, N. Y. N. G., at the Ft. Des Moines Training Camp, and casting aspersions upon the candidates themselves. Let it be understood at the outset that it is not the purport of this letter to enter into the controversy either pro or con, which inspired the article to which we in part here attempt to answer. To anyone intimately acquainted with the personnel of the Fifteenth Infantry, N. Y. N. G., it is readily apparent that the task of selecting only twenty-five men for this honor was a very difficult one. At least fifty men became at one time or another applicants, anyone of whom might have been chosen without any loss of prestige to the regiment, and yet, so far as we know, none were ever conspicuous by their antagonism to the Colonel or his policy. We feel that they shared our appreciation of the unstunted efforts and undaunted courage of the Colonel in organizing and bringing to such a state of efficiency the gallant Fifteenth. We know that the future will completely vindicate his integrity of purpose, and in these critical times we ask an intelligent public to exercise a careful restraint We trust that we may not be accused of an unhealthy conceit when we call attention to the standing of the Fifteenth's contingent here at the training camp. Out of the twenty-five men sent thirteen were named as non-commissioned officers next in rank and influence with the non-commissioned officers of the regular army detailed here as instructors, and not one of the twenty-five has conducted himself other than to merit the respect and confidence of the officers of the camp. We thank you for enough space for this plain exposition of facts 15TH N. Y. N. G'S CONTINGENT TO TRAINING CAMP. Camp Ft. Des Moines, Ia. EAST ST. LOUIS RIOTS (Den. Moines, Tolita) It is a little unfortunate that just on the eve of the Fourth of July in a year dedicated to world democracy race riots should bring home to us and hint to the world how far even Angerica is from having solved the problem. That anything could have come out of this labor situation to warrant such a riot as has swept East St. Louis is of course impossible. The labor situation has been the spark merely to light a powder magazine ready at any time to be lighted, and ready in almost any city. And yet there are one-tenth of our American people Negroes. They are gaining at a rapid rate in intelligence, they are becoming property owners, they are furnishing a big quota of our armies, they are about to become commissioned officers, this is peculiarly their native land. Our future and theirs is bound indisolubly to it. It is disconcerting and disappointing that just when we are saying most about the benefit of freedom, and the equality of all men, and liberty under law, that as brigal, a race riot should occur in one of our world's fair cities; as has been credited to Turkey or Russia. For while not so many were killed, the ferocity of the mob was as primitive, and the means of slaughter as coarse. Of course, we recover our pose quicker, and the outbreaks are further between. But we have not solved the whole problem of human rights yet even in America. Tomorrow has some lessons yet for us as well as for Russia and China. J. E. 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Wallace commands the same respect and esteem from the public, is largely master of his own time, knows his salary and commission is permanent, and that each year his renewal If it is money you wish to earn and if you are a healthy man, with good habits, ideals and ambition, and willing to hustle, write for details to STANDARD LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY 200 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Ga. Washington Bureau, THE NEW YORK AGE, 009 F Street, N.W. Jeannette Carter, Manager. WASHINGTON, D. C.—Nothing of late years has stirred up the colored people of the District of Columbia as the outrages perpetrated upon the colored people of East St. Louis. They are the talk of the city. They feel that a horror is possible in any community where they are any considerable number of them, not only in the South, where such things are of common occurrence, but in the North and West, where they have been buff infrequent occurrence. They want to know where such atrocities are to end. Here the men have talked much, as usual, but they have made no move to do anything. The women of the National Association of Colored Women, Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, chairman of the District Unit, have organized a vigorous campaign for the suppression of lynching and mob violence. They are planning a great mass meeting at an early date, and on Wednesday morning the women of the city were called to meet in prayer meeting, for one hour only, at the Metropolitan Baptist Church, Key, W. D. W. Norman, pastor at six o'clock in the morning. The publicity committee having in charge the campaign are Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Dr Lena R. Whipper, Mrs Emma R. Hall, Mrs. M. E. Thompson, Miss Marie A. D. Madre, Mrs Kosetta E. Lawson, Mrs. Lelia A. Pendleton, Mrs. Alma J. Scott, Mrs. Releca J. Gray, Mrs. Hanna McCary, Mrs. ida J. Plummer, Mrs. G. Pelham, Mrs. Mae Richardson. The women ask "What is Democracy?" and answer, "A Country in which Color does not count and Just haws are Enforced." Where can such a country be found. I may reasonably ask. The migration movement is not all away from the South, some of it is back to the South from the North and West. I have watched, as opportunity would allow me, the movement of it through the great Union Station here, and I have found that there are two sides of it, as there usually are, in most movements of any kind. Last Saturday evening I noticed some fifty people sitting in the station waiting for trains. While looking them over, and sympathizing with them, forlorn and bedraggled, but determined looking, as they were—many women and children, four men came through the gates from a northbound train. Two of them were as disinterested looking as possible, and half drunk, loud, noisy and vulgar—persons you would not care to meet in the dark or the light anywhere, and who will be undesirables wherever they are. I questioned them. "I done all right, I had plenty o' work, an' meek good money, but I gits tired, an' I'm gone back home down yonder." The other two were highly respectable in appearance and decorous in department. One was a common laborer, who said he had made $2.50 a day, saved his money, and was going back to his home at Clinton, N. C. as he had a money point to make and had made it, and because he had a wife and four children at Clinton. The other one was a plasterer, and was going back home because there was more demand for his labor at Clinton than in Northern points where he had been. So it goes: the migration movement has taught the Negro that he can leave the South if he want to and does not need to stay in the North and West if he does not want to. Consequently there will be a steadyream of them flowing in both directions, just as the European immigration movement has been doing during the past 40 years. The spell has been broken the Negro is free to come, and as his interests dictates, and the Southern white man who insisted that he could not and should not do so, knows now that he was mistaken, and that he can and will do so. The First Separate Battalion, D C M. is still encamped at Potomac Park, with several details on guard at important government stations in the city. Major J. Walker is fast rounding his men into form The Y. M. C. A has a very interesting work at the camp, in the nature of a field service tent in charge of a secretary. Last Sunday Rev, Emory B. Smith spoke to the soldiers at the Y. M. C. A. service. His sermon on "Dual Allegiance" was wonderfully effective. Dr. Minnie Alethia Crews is visiting Atlantic City, the guest of Mrs. Hanson, North Ohio avenue. Prof. and Mrs. Buchanan, of Normal, Alabama, were visitors here last week. They were entertained at dinner by Dr. and Mrs. E. A. Robinson, 1913 13th street, N. W., and spent much of their time mentoring over the city. They left for Philadelphia, New York and Boston. The First Separate Battalion, Major J. E. Walker, commanding, commemorated the Fourth of July at the Potomac Park Camp. This date was the anniversary of the Battalion's departure for the Mexican, Border last year. Major Walker, after a brief review of the organization's history, complimented the men on the splendid spirit they have thus far manifested in the present crisis. Each officer of the Battalion and the Y. M. C. A. field secretary made brief remarks of encouragement. Sergeant Robert H. Cheeks, Company D, is at present on a trip to Washington, N. C. in connection with a patriotic demonstration and recruiting duty in the South. Sergeant Cheeks was designated for this special duty in compliance with instructions from the War Department at the request of a citizens' committee, represented by Representative John H. Small. That the Woman Suffragists who have been picketing the White House and have been arrested, have a very human side, was shown in the police court here this week, when thirteen of them were on trial. One of them, Mrs. Helena Hill Weed, became interested in Jesse Dearing, a young colored woman, charged with immorality, and paid her fine of $20, thus preventing her from going to the prison tarm. The seventh annual session of the Grand Lodge of, the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia, elected the following officers for the ensuing term: John S. Johnson, Syracuse. Lodge No. 5, Grand Chancellor, er-elected; Vice Grand Chancellor, Captain Charles H. Neal, Capitol City Lodge No. 12; Grand Prelate, Rev. J. D. Pair, Pioneer Lodge No. 14; Grand Master of Exchequer, W. W. Cohran No. 9, re-elected; Grand Keeper of Records and Seal, General J. Clay Smith, No. 5, re-elected; Grand Master-at-Arms, P. W. Busey, Charles Summer Lodge, No. 4, re-elected; Grand Inner Guard, F. D. Lee, J. C. Ross, Lodge No. 7; Grand Outer Guard, C. L. Kenney, Charles Summer Lodge, No. 4, re-elected; Grand Marshal, Thomas P. Harper, Metropolitan Lodge, No. 2, Grand Lecturer, M. Pease, Hannibal Lodge, No. 9; Grand Trustees, Phelix G. Cheatham, Syracuse No. 5, re-elected; John H. Wade, Capitol City Lodge No. 12, re-elected; Lieutenant Emmanuel Price, Marison Lodge No. 6; Past Grand Chancellor, M. N. Corbett, Hannifal Lodge, No. 9, Supreme Representative, John S. Johnson, Syracuse, No. 5, re-elected; recommended for Supreme Lodge Degree, E. W. Turner, Hannibal No. 9; Supreme Vice Chancellor, General Joseph J. Lones, president during the election of officers and installed them thereafter, Sir W. L. Anderson, R. G. C. of Ohio, was a visitor during the sessions, and made some sturring addresses to the Grand Lodge. The next and Lawrence E. Murry, been seen Mo. August 19, 2015, John S. Johnson biennial session will be held in St. Louis, lected as Supreme Representatives Miss A. Lillian Evans spent the weeked at Arundel on the Bay, as the guest of Dr. and Mrs. Wilton Francis. In order to more effectively accomplish the purposes that it was organized to accomplish, the Woman Wage Earners' Association has been incorporated The incorporators are: Mrs. E. A. Duffield, Mrs. Betty Wormley, Dr Julia P. H. Coleman, Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Miss Ida C. Plummer, Dr. Julia R. Hall, Miss Anna D. Bell, Mrs. Bessie B. Anderson, and Miss Jeanneette Carter. "Educational Day" was observed at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday afternoon, July 1. under the auspices of the Sunday School An excellent program was rendered. Miss Lula STANDARD LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY Mac Butler sang several selections: Many of the Washington dentists left to attend the Tri-State Dental Association at Buckroe Beach. The honor prize, a full set of "Cyc" offered to the Howard University Law School, by the Thompson firm, of law book publishers, of Rochester, N. Y., was won by Mr. Moody of Class of 1917. The Bruce School playground was opened, parents of the pupils of the school having raised $150 toward the establishment of a playground at that building. Boys of the Bruce School won four championship cups offered by the Public Schools Athletic League. A testimonial of appreciation for the invaluable service of A. H. Grinke, President of the D. C. Branch N. A. A. C. P. was offered by the Juvenile Department at Lincoln Temple Church. The District Union of Baptist women held their mid-summer meeting at the National Training School for Women and Girls, Miss Nannie H. Burroughes, president. An address was delivered by Mrs. Archibald Hopkins on the conservation of food. Speeches were made by Miss Burroughes, Mrs. M. E. Caver, Mrs. Sadie T. Henson, Mrs. Rebecca Gray and Mrs. W. H. Jernagin. Miss Louise V. Hammond, cashier for the Howard Theatre, has been in charge of the house for the past week. Messrs. T. Thomas and Byars have been in Baltimore looking after the new theatre purchased by the Howard Theatre Co. ALBANY, N. Y; ALBANY, N. Y.—James Dales is spending the summer with his wife at Nassau, N. Y. Master Oris Nash of 72 Second street, is spending his vacation in New York City as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Jackson. Miss Marie Hall recently underwent an operation at the Homeopathic Hospital. She is recovering slowly. A most enjoyable Fourth of July was spent by the young people of Albany and Troy picnicking at Normanskell. At 7:30 all repaired to the home of Mrs. Carl Van Vranken, where the remainder of the evening was spent in dancing. Refreshments were served. Chaucey Roland of New York City spent the Fourth in Albany. A very appropriate concert was rendered by the Morning Star Baptist Church by the children of the Sunday school. Thursday. Master Addison Molson is spending his vacation in Schenectady, the guest of Master Stoney Frazier. Mrs. Beatrice Matthews of Buffalo, is the guest of Miss Minne Brown of 133 Sheridan avenue Albert Jackson of 56 No. Swane street is improving rapidly. Miss Naomi McIntosh is spending a few weeks as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Yisser of Binghamton Miss Mary Pierce who has been in the hospital for the past week, is able to be about once more Mr. and Mrs. Cole and daughter of Chicago, were guests of Mr. Nash, of 72 Second street. E. E. Bonner has returned from an extensive tour west. M. W. Wilson and W. H. Evans have returned from a trip to Yellowstone Park Mrs. Louise C. Williams of Schenectady, successfully underwent a serious operation at the Alhany Hospital Mr. and Mrs Gee Frazier of Schenectady, spent the Fourth as the guests of Mrs Martha Molson. Mr. Nash will soon leave for a trip to Chicago John Browk is on the sck list. Geo. Morgan, who has been ill, is able to James Hux, who is making his home in Vermont, sent the 4th, in Albany. A matinee social will be given July 19 at the residence of Mrs. A J Oliver, 42 Spring street, for the benefit of Women's Day. A basket picnic was held at the country home of Mrs. Albert Williams, Delmar, N. Y. Edwin M Adams has left for Ossining for two weeks' vacation John Kell recently accepted a position with the D. & H Co. H. La Tour is spending his vacation in Kingston with his family. Mrs H. West of Pittsfield, spent the 4th in Albany with her husband. Miss Julia Freeman of Catskill and Miss Gretchen Harder of Hudson, spent Sunday in Albany. Mrs. Jennie Hazel of 179 Third street who has been ill, is able to be about. Miss Sara N Price entertained the out of town guests who were here to attend the annual reception of the Fortnightly Social Club and who remained in the city for the 4th of July. Those present were, Misses Gwendolyn and Antoinette Jackson of New York City, the guests of Miss Doris L. Madison; Miss Elizabeth Mars or Brooklyn, the guest of Misses Louise and Grace Van Vranken; Miss Harriet Treadwell of North Adams, Mass, the guest of Miss Sara N. Price; Miss Alfarata Miller, Lora F. Wilson and A. L. Myers, of Syracuse; Mr Henson of New York City; Carroll A. Miller and John Payne of Albany; Harry Blake and Charles Wall of Pattishe; C Vergne Hendley of Howard University, Evans of Shaw University; Prof. Campbell and W. H. Hiley of Tallahasge, Fla AUBURN N Y Auburn, N. Y.-Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins and daughter, Miss Ante of Newark, and Miss Lucy Fuller of Raleigh, are visiting their sister and aunt, Mrs. V. Evans, 24 Cornell street. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Parker entertained Mrs. Evans' guests at dinner on Sunday. Mrs. R. Hawkins and Mrs. Josephine Harden of Geneva, were the guests of Mrs. E. P. Cooper. They also attended the picnic held at Thu Harriet Tulman Home, July 4. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Turner of Rochester, Miss, Mahel Foy and Mr. A. Scrieries of Syracuse, were the guests of Mr. Chas, and Miss Alla Stewart, July 4. Mrs. Geo. Shorter, who has been visiting Chas, and Miss Alla Stewart, has returned to Binschutton. Mrs. Elmer P. Cooper has returned from New York City after completing her course at Lella College. Miss Aldic Stewart entertained the members of Shirley's Orchestra of Rochester on the afternoon of July 5. The following were present: Mr. and Mrs. Harold Turner, Messas, Van Buren, Tate Scott and Carroll, Mrs. Clarence Stewart, Mrs. George Shorter and Carroll Johnson. The picnic given at the Tubman Home, July 4, was well attended. The ladies in charge aided by Mrs. E. Dale, matron and Mrs. Francis Brown, prepared a lunch and sold refreshments to the visitors. Visitors from Geneva, Syracuse, Ithaca and Rochester were present. A good sun was realized. Lawrence Kenny of Geneva, was the Fourth of July guest of Miss Loora Brown. Nelson Ray of Marcellus, was the Fourth of July guest of Miss Mabel Reede. Fourth of July dance given by the Clof Club was a big success. The affair was held in the Auditorium, which was intractably tumed in red, white and blue bunting by Decorator Thomas Walsh. All the latest dance airs were furnished by Shield's Orchestra of Rochester. Many visitors were present from Geneva, Rochester, Syracuse, Ithaca, Seneca Falls, Milwaukee and Watertown. Messrs Farshy and Lew Williams of New York returned home after spending a fortnight in Auburn. Mr. Williams is the welterweight champion and fought a good contest at Lakeside Par, July 4. Messrs Lawrence Williams, Herbert Freeman of Ithaca and Glenn Stokos of Syracuse called on Friends, Sunday. Messrs Robert Mills, Raymond White of Syracuse were the Fourth of July guests of the Misses Harriet and Julia Fairfax. Mrs. Mary W. Williams of Seneca Falls, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Smith, for a few days. Mrs. and Mrs. Henry W. D. Carter of Rochester and Miss Corinne D. Davis of Tampa, Phi., were the guests of Mr. Wm. Freeman and family on July 4. Miss Gustavia Payne of Syracuse, was the Fourth of July guest of Mrs. B. Richardson. Miss Dalley Bowles of Rooffister, was the Sunday guest of Mrs. Thos. Freeman. MORRISTOWN, N. MORRISTOWN, N. J.—The colored citizens of Morristown assembled at the A M. E. Church last June 27 to consider the proposal of organizing an infantry unit. The object was to give those of conscriptive age and others who desire a preparatory military training in case they might be called upon or volunteer to serve in regiments now being considered. The meeting was well attended and was opened by singing "America." George Fairlamb, who is to be the deplhmaster and have general charge of the organization, made a patriotic address. George Arnold was made chairman and Joseph Francis, secretary. A roster was made up and consists of the following persons: William L. Terry, James A. Moss, Morey W. Grant, Benjamin Grant, Daniel Jennings, George Arnold, Elias J. Depew, Charles St Boone, William Griffith, Siewart Peterson, Harry Price, Abraham Depew, Daniel Price, George L. Flemming, Kenneth Price, William Stoutenburg, Robert Stoutenburg, David Cleveland, Charles Hunt, Robert Shaw, Joseph H. Crowdef, Robert W. Pope, Se Kay Teahout, James I. Perry, Wm. Watson, Peter Burwell, Henry R. Brooks, James H. Hallman. Mrs. Liverpool and Miss Helen Franklin of Bayonne, Mrs Liverpool of Philadelphia were visitors of Mrs. Jas. L. Booth and mother, 52 Water street. Mrs. George Weaver of Atlantic City has returned home after spending a week with Mrs Thomas Richarde of Cobb place. Miss May Walker of New York spent the week end with her mother, Mrs Thomas Walker. The Ladies Get-Together League gave a strawberry festival, which proved a success. The Ladies' Independent Circle gave an interesting program June 29 HACKENSACK N J Hackensack, N. J.-Mrs. J. R. Dillard, the superintendent of Buils of Promise of Varick Memorial A. M. E. Zion Church, entertained the society Saturday afternoon after the regular business Cream and cake were served Bishop W. L. Lee of, Brooklyn preached a strong sermon last Sunday evening on the subject, "Does It Pay to Follow Christ?" The Rev. ar. Turner, the pastor, baptized the infant of Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins George-W. Jones of New York was added to the church Mrs. Inez E. Holley and stop-daughter, Alense, of Baltimore, and Myrtle Patterson, St Dennis, Mo. her niece, are spending some time with her sister, Mrs I. B. Turner, Beech street Mrs. P. R Anderson, Railroad avenue, died Sunday evening after a long illness. Funeral services were held in Mount Olivet Baptist Church, of which she was a faithful member, the Rev. J. P. E Love officiating. The young men of Varlel Memorial Sunday school gave an entertainment on the parsonage lawn July 4, which was a decided success. Next Sunday at 3 p.m. in the Helping Hand Club will have its annual sermon preached by the Roy C. C. Williams. TRENTON, N. I. Trenton, N. J.—Mrs Samuel Duncan of 19 Walnut avenue left last week for the shore. Miss Colin Branche has returned to her home in Oxford, N. C. Mr Henry Hubbard attended the Grand Lodge meeting held in New York City. Miss Sadie Pecol and John Harris were united in marriage on June 28. The Cey. R. F. Flipper officiated. The couple journeyed to Atlantic City for three days. They received many beautiful presents. Miss Francis Bosley and Frederick Le Compit were married recently in the presence of the imminent family. They received a full pallet of silver candleholders by the Lycee Guild. John Permell was buried from his late home, July 2 after a long illness. WHITEHEAD HOUSE OPENING. Ashbury Park, N. J.-Notwithstanding the high cost of living and war times, the Whitehead House was the scene of a most charming affair in the openbox of the season. A given by John N. Baker, in many guests. Among the guests were: Miss Gertrude M. Allen, Stanley A. Miles, J. Million Miles, Mr and Mrs John N. Baker, Melyn Prazier, Mr and Mrs Wm. Howlett, J.-H. Slima Miss Mary C. Hingold, Kallo J. Coata, Grayce Le. Cooke, J. Warren, R. Carrington, W. Seahawker, Prayn, Addison S. Balloy, Mr and Mrs Louis J. Amoro, Miss Jeanette Trower, Brooklyn, N. Y.; John Otto-Cannon, Chauncey R. Morick, Newark, N. J.; Miss Luke L. Ebison, Montclair, Raymond Clary, East Orange, N. J.; Lois Vaughn, Herencee Vaughn, Dorothy Vaughn, Muppetle Vaughn, Margulie Prenn, Richard Robinson, S. Robinson, Miss G. Robinson, Miss Mary E. Harris, Harvey Graham, Verona, N. J.; W. E. Freeman, Jersey City; E. Elizabeth Crulus, Dr. Paul A. Crum, Newton, N. J.; Mrs. J. A. Jack-Heath, Newton, N. J.; Rachel S. Thomas, York, Pa.; Mr. and Miss Vanzant, Princeton, N. J.; J. H. Gray, Fannie A. Harris, Miss Edna L. Glimore, Philadelphia, Pa. HOTEL METROPOLITAN. Ashbury Park, N. J.-With auto parties taking in both streets, the Metropolitan hotel for the Fourth was crowded, but with the added accommodations the management cared for all guests nieces. All seemed well pleased with the new arrangements in the hotel on the roof, but so many auto parties made them forget the bad weather. The arrivals were: J. T. Furrell, F. B. LaMott, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hill, George Burton, New York; Mrs. D. W. Seals, Mrs. W. Fraser, Brooklyn; Prof. G. Griflin, Mr. and Mrs. C. Palmer, A. A. Newton, Dr. I. H. L. Roundtree, Henry Collins, Trenton, N. J.; Dr. A. Moore, Miss Moore Moore, Princeton; Mr. and Mrs. George Harrison, Ridgewood, N. J.; Dr. B. Passick; Mr. and Mrs. Grant Clifton, A. M. House, Shad, Miss Redfield, Jersey City; T Rapbour, Pittsburgh; E. E. Johnson, Geocentetw, W. Mobane, S. Shears, J. Kennedy, W. H. I. A. Moore, New York, Miss Osley, Prof. R. E. Smith, Dr. T. I. Powel, Miss Louise Brooks, Philadelphia. HOTEL COMFORT Ocean City, N. J.—Guests arrivals at Hotel Comfort are: Dr. and Mrs. George W. Strickland, Pittsburgh, P. J. Rayford and wife, Cheyney, Pa.; Mrs Louneil Evans, Cranford, N. J.; Mrs Louneil Dunn, Dartmouth, N. J. and Mrs David Dunn, Germantown, Pa.; Rev. and Mrs J. H. Dwelle, Chas P. Davis, Owen Downes, Mrs. Marla Fallen, Philadelphia, Pa.; Mrs George K. Camway, Mrs Ruby M. Wiley, Cheyney, Pa.; Mr. William H. Cork, Darby, N. J.; Harvey, Lakewood, N. J. Miss Anita H. Hewlett, Mr. Samuel T. Brooks, Kings Park, L. I.; Miss Pocahontas McBain, J. R. Hawkins, Miss Esther K. Hawkins, J. R. Hawkins, Sr. J. R. Hawkins, Jr. Miss Bentletrice F. Hawkins, Washington, D. C.; Mr. and Mrs. Willimaugh, D. C.; Mr. and Mrs. Frances Edwards, Miss Henrietta Wards, Philadelphia; M. Ried, Camden, N. J.; Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Stevenson, Wilmington, Del. The Topping Cottage THE TOPPING COTTAGE, 11 Federal St., Saratoga Springs, N. Y. Mrs. S. C. Topping has taken one of the latest improved cottages in the center of the city where she is prepared to give the best accommodations. Opposite Grand Union Hotel. DON'T FORGET TO VISIT THE MONARCH CAFE 564 Lenox Ave Tel. 5331 Harlem NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Wm. Bently & John Skinner, props Bennie Freeman, mgr. Apr 26-30 LAFAYETTE DINING ROOM & CAFE 168 West 132nd St HIGH CLASS SERVICE. SUPERD MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT. OPEN AT 2 P. M. EAT. DRINK AND BE MERRY R. H. 'RICHARDSON, Manager THE WELL KNOWN WHITEHEAD HOUSE 25 ATKINS AVENUE Special arrangements for families spending the season; automobile parties can be accommodated, notice givings, Convicts and Bridal parties desire a restroom before the festivities of the Fourth of July can be accommodated. The Tennis Court is within five minutes walk of the house. Applications received and correspondence invited and promptly answered. Reception and dance at Marraw's Hall, July 3. Lanford and Prospect Sts. MRS. L. B. WHITEHEAD Proprietress THE PARK HOUSE TEL. 2705 COLUMBUS Finely furnished Rooms, with bath and all convenience for permanent or transient parking. Central Park West. Moderate rates. MRS. E. F. JOHNSON, Prep. 113 West 83rd Street. Near Columbus Ave. Neally Furnished Rooms for Transient or Permanent Guests CENTRALLY LOCATED 449 SEVENTH AVENUE, N. Y. Oct. 34th and 35th St. Near Pennsylvania Station E. HUNTER REGULAR DINNER 25 CTS MEALS SERVED AT ALL HOURS FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET PERMANENT OR TRANSIENT JOHN E. BRAHDFORD, PROP. PHONE HARLEM '17 73 West 134th St. New York City GORDON HOUSE J. GORDON, PROPRIETOR. Furnished Hall Rooms With All Improvements by Day or Week. NEVER CLOSED 287-289 West 134th St. New York City BETWEEN 7TH AND 8TH AVE. ANNOUNCEMENT The Metropolitan Hotel is now open, having vated and remodeled, with 10 additional sleeping room and spacious veranda added for the co apendence promptly answered. Phone connect June 28-3mo. MR. AND MRS. E. Hotel is now open, having been with 10 additional sleeping rooanda added for the comforts powered. Phone connection. MR. AND MRS. E. C. BU When Out For a P Stop in WM. BANK Formerly Down To 23 WEST 133 PHONE 6979 Astoria C nth Avenue, Cor. 136 Afternoon and Evening by caret in the Rear. Tel. Mo L LINO open, having been thoroughly reno- nal sleeping rooms and extra bath for the comfort of guests. Corre- ne connection. MRS. E. C. BURGESS, Prop. Out For a Pleasant Evening Stop in BANK'S CAFE Simerly Down Town, Now At WEST 133rd STREET PHONE 6979, HARLEM ria Cafe, Inc. e, Cor. 134th Street d Evening by the Finest Artists Rear. Tel. Morningside 30. LINCOLN The Metropolitan Hotel is now open, having been thoroughly renovated and remodeled, with 10 additional sleeping rooms and extra bath room and spacious veranda added for the comfort of guests. Correspondence promptly answered. Phone connection. June 28-3mo. MR. AND MRS. E. C. BURGESS. Prop. Barron's Astoria 2275 Seventh Avenue, Cor. Entertainment Every Afternoon and Evening in the City. Cabaret in the Rear. Te HOTEL LIN Entertainment Every Afternoon and Evening by the Finest Artists in the City. Cabaret in the Rear. Tel. Morningside 30. ```markdown ``` STAGE, Spring Lake, New Jersey. Morris Avenue, Spring Lake, N. J., is open unil season for the cottage, which is located skins from the ocean and three blocks from face that her Employment Agency at 419 in for the season. Among the prominent nor Edge, of New Jersey. Jul. 4-2mo. OWN'S CAFE .. avenue and 139th Street CHARLES H. HALLEY, F.R. ington Hotel Atlantic Highlands, N. J. preventment. First class restaurant with Billard parlor annexed. Rooms with or sat lines, trolley and stage line pass the R.M. R. station. ORD Telephone Harlem 2387 er "A", Atlantic Highlands, N. J. ont, regardless of time and expense. be tached." THE LASTER COTTAGE The Laster Cottage, located at 419 Morris Avenue for the summer. This is the third successful season for two blocks from the Post Office, three blocks from the station. Mrs. Leah Laster wishes to announce that her Morris Avenue, Spring Lake, N. J., is open for the a people supplied this year is the Hon. Governor Edge, of .. PERCY BROWN South West Cor. Lenox Avenue Telephone Connection. The Wellington 22 and 24 Central Ave. Atlantan This distinctive hotel has every modern improvement private dining room attached. Pool and Billiard par without room at moderate prices. Two bat lines, tr door. Excellent train service. 100 feet from R. R. at For further information inquire THE BEKFORD 2144 Fifth Avenue, Telephone H or Wellington Hotel, P. O. Drawer "A", Atlantan This hotel has been renovated throughout, regard Employment O. ce ttached R COTTAGE, 1 located at 419 Morris Avenue, Spring third successful season for the o office, three blocks from the ocean shows to announce that her Emp N. J., is open for the season. the Hon. Governor Edge, of New BROWN'S Lenox Avenue and Wellington He Ave. Atlantic H very modern improvement. First d. Pool and Billard parlor and prices. Two bat lines, trolley a 100 feet from R. R. station. inquire THE BEKFORD A. Avenue, Telephone Harlem P. O. Drawer "A", Atlantic ocivated throughout, regardless of Employment O. ce attached. THE LASTER COTTAGE, Spring Lake. New Jersey. The Laster Cottage, located at 419 Morris Avenue, Spring Lake, N. J., is open for the summer. This is the third successful season for the cottage, which is located two blocks from the Post Office, three blocks from the ocean and three blocks from the station. Leah Laster wishes to announce that her Employment Agency at 419 Morris Avenue, Spring Lake, N. J., is open for the season. Among the prominent people supplied this year is the Hon. Governor Edge of New Jersey. Jul. 4-10. This distinctive hotel has every modern improvement. First class restaurant with private dining room attached. Pool and Billard parlor annexed. Rooms with or without board at moderate prices. Two bat lines, trolley and stage line pass the door. Excellent train service. 100 feet from R. R. station. For further information inquire THE BEKFORD 2144 Fifth Avenue, Telephone Harlem 2387 or Wellington Hotel, P. O. Drawer "A", Atlantic Highlands, N. J. This hotel has been renovated throughout, regardless of time and expense. Employment O. ce tached. MILITARY CENTER HOTEL COMFORT MRS. B. F. COMFORT, Prop. VE. OCEAN CITY, N. J. Wellington Hotel HARLES H. BAILEY, Proprietor Inter Ave., Atlantic Highlands, N.J. Posite R. R. Station. Between two Best Lines Own Improvement. For particulars write Bailey at above address, or The Bekford Fifth Ave. Phone., Harlem 2387. THE LAWS HOUSE COR SECOND ST. & BAY AVE. OCE The Welling CHARLES H. BAILEY 22-24 Center Ave., Atlanta Opposite R. R. Station. Be Every Modern Improvement Charles H. Bailey at above m 2144 Fifth Ave. Phone July 5-3 mo. Every Modern Improvement. For particulars write Charles H. Bailey at above address, or The Bekford 2144 Fifth Ave. Phone, Harlem 2387. WHEN OUT FOR A NICE EVENING STOP AT opposite Marshmell's old place. Everything good to eat and drink served here. Chaiselet in dining room every evening. Large Hull for banquets, Rehearsals and Meetings. Apply to Willis Meade, Prop, Telephone Circle 3244. THE MACEO Neatly Furnished Rooms for Permanent or Transient Guests. Steam Heat and all improvements. Phone 668 6111 BENJ. F. THOMAS, Proprietors 213 W. 53rd St., N. Y. Don't Fall to Walk the New Content Paging Room of the HOTEL PRESS EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN PLAN New furnished art gallery and patient or reception at private private WALKER & PRESS, Proprietors 19-21 W. 139th St. N.Y. Tel. 2003-30 Wardens ALLEN HOUSE MRS. F. G. WHITE, PROPRIETOR CONVENIENT TO ALL CARS AND BUSWAY. Nearly furnished Rooms to let, with use of Mobil and other per week. Bond in the city $1.45 per day. PHONE HARLEM 5429. 2 and 15 West 139th St. New York. THE LIBYA "The Place To Dine Well." 115 WHEN VISITING NEW YORK CITY NEW WEST MAKE IT YOUR YORK 131st FIRST STOP—CITY ST. WE WILL MAKE IT YOUR REST The Gateway To Refinement KEYS & BUCKNER PHONE 6832 MORNINGSIDE --- ```markdown ``` OPEN JUNE 1, 1917 American and European Plan PHONE CHELSEA First-class accommodation for permanent or transient guests. Combines the restful quiet of the country and seaside with the payees of a great resort. You can ride by train separates New York City from this delightful spot. HOTEL LINCOLN is within 3 minutes' walk of the beach where our hotel is magnificently appointed rooms, single or an suite. Every convenience to suit the most exacting. Excellent Culine. Mediates Rice. Post. Post. Servi- ces. MRS. E. L. DOBREY, Arverne. L. L. Protistor Phone 114 Hammels. Rockall trains 171 Pen. Station. Alliances Ave. Bklyn, every half hour for Hammels. L. L. Protistor Hammels, walk five bike. Lincoln Ave. Hotel Lincoln THE NEW YORK AGE. "BROADWA (BY LESTER) "BROADWAY RASTUS" IT is rumored that a popularized plans to play one colored priced circuit recently organmusical attraction in its theatres throughout the East and Middle West next season. If the promoters of this new chain of houses are really in earnest about making such a commendable and timely move respectfully recommend that they give "Broadway 'Rastus' serious THE NEW YORK TIMES THE FIRST WORLD WAR consideration. Perhaps by giving Minis like this show the "once over" it would save them the trouble of putting to gether a brand-new production and one whose success at the start might be problematical. "Broadway Rastus" m its present form is not a finished product by any means, but it suggests great possibilities. It is a diamond in the rough which easily can be made into a sparkling theatrical gem. What Irvin Miller needs most is some financial assistance. Then by process of elimination and addition he could turn out an attraction that would serve as pace-setter on the new circuit or over any of the established burlesque wheels. Friday evening of last week I attended a performance of "Broadway Rastus" at the New Standard Theatre, Philadelphia, and for a few hours was made to forget all about East St. Louis, Ill., the European War and the high cost of living. Comedy reigns supreme in the production, which contains more genuine humor in the first act than some Broadway musical shows dispense throughout the entire performance. Sonie of the comedy situations are full-fledged mirth-provokers, especially the scene in the barbershop and the scene in front of the bakery shop. Irvin C. Miller as Rastus and Henry Jines as Mose, are the chief gloom dispellers and they work together with a naturalness that is most impressive. Theodore Pankey, whose work in Cole and Johnson's "Shoo-fly Regiment" and "Red Moon" made him such a favorite with members of the gentler sex, has one of the principal speaking parts in the show and talks and walks about with the same vigor of yesteryear. In his collection, of vocal numbers he has not been provided with a "Gay Luneta" or a- "Road to Monterey," but makes the best of the opportunities and scores. One of the most energetic members of the cast is Esther Bigeou, who sings, dances and recites in strenuous fashion aside from saying lines. One of the best things she does is a baseball recitation. Downs and Gomez have deserted ```markdown ``` the vaudeville ranks, for the time being at least, and greatly strengthen the vocal end by their artistic rendition of numbers. Leo Edwards, as Uncle Plummer, a doubting Thomas, does one of the best bits in the show. His eccentric dancing wins applause. Others in the cast who go through their parts with vigor are Grace Johnson, Frank Walker, "Bud" 1930 Mons Lacey, Dr. on, Goldie Craigel, and J. R. Benton, Jenson. Although these are days of icewater, ice cream sodas and fans, every seat was taken at the Standard Theatre Friday evening, and it is said that the house is doing the biggest summer business of any in the Quaker City Manager Gibson deserves great credit for making the Standard a paying proposition. He is the most successful of all colored theatre managers to-day, and to be such in spite of the many difficulties a Negro manager is forced to encounter, is indeed an achievement. The attendants at the Standard are courteous and help to make the theatre popular among local theatregoers. But more about "Broadway Rastus," which is a dance and song revue in two acts, written and staged by Irvin C. Miller, songs composed by Domer C. Brown. The two acts could be more evenly divided, as the first act occupies too long a stretch of time. Intermission ought to come at least twenty minutes earlier. I repeat that in "Broadway Rastus" there is fine material for a crack-a-jack musical show and that managers would do well to look upon it with some degree of friendliness. The show is playing at the Lafayette Theatre this week and according to all reports, is pleasing Harlemites. LAFAYETTE THEATRE Next week the Lafayette Theatre management will produce "The Yellow Ticket," which ran one year at the Eltinge Theatre and proved as big a success as "Within the Law." The story of "The Yellow Ticket" briefly concerns a young Russian girl of Jewish faith whose name is Marya Varenka. In order to leave her village to visit her dying father she is forced to apply for the yellow ticket. Arriving, she learns of her father's death. Thus the young girl is left alone in St. Petersburg with only the badge of the social outcast to protect her. Needless to say, she does not follow the profession signified on the face of the yellow ticket. She becomes companion to a rich young English woman desirous of studying the language of the Russians. Thus comfortably settled, the secret police learn that she carries the much talked of ticket and informs her employer, who refuses to listen to her plea and casts her out. In her despair she turns to Baron Andery, chief of the secret police and a man of tremendous influence, for protection. The Baron promises to aid her, but on terms which the girl cannot mistake and refuses to accept. --- THE ESTHER BIGEOU The doors are locked with no way of escape. Then in this terrible dilemma she is driven to kill the Baron During her tutoring and companionship she has met a young American newspaper man, Julian Rolfe, who falls in love with her, and it is through his untiming efforts and confidence in her innocence that the play ends logically by the release of the girl, more to save the dead Baron's name than for any regard for the American journalist or the unfortunate girl. CONFERENCE ON As the director of the only colored community vocal school and in the capacity of a musical missionary, I attended the National Conference on Community Music for whatever inspiration and help I could receive. Community musical uplift has been a fad of mine for years'. I was surprised to find but one other colored delegate in the person of a lady supervisor of music in the Washington Public Schools. It was a splendid conference. Each one got up and told how he was born to this community uplift thought because his mother had had family singing and also of his own efforts along the same line. I thought of my own mother, a pioneer musician who did so much musical work among our people, especially in the South, where she went to live after her marriage, just after the war. Her thrilling experiences of teaching the freedmen how to sing by note, while an opposed white community entered protest by throwing stones in the windows of the church, were much more interesting. But the conference was no colored experience meeting, and I had no chance to toot the musical horn of a colored family. I tried to get a colored man on the executive board, but my train for Chicago left before the business meeting. Some I approached took the proposition very kindly while others were not so favorably inclined and looked a bit astounded. I did not succeed in persuading any one to take the initiative in nominating my candidate. I understand that the organization has not completed its business and I am hoping that it will be broad enough to include the colored brother in this great civic movement. One community chorus conductor from a New England State told me that he had a colored man in his chorus and that he had asked what he should do about it. (Fancy asking such a thing) He said he had been advised that things would adjust themselves after a while. So we must watch and wait for this 'agical adjustment. The address of welcome was by Cabot Ward, president of the Park Board and Park Commission. Then we heard papers and talks. "The Meaning of Community Music" was given by Arthur Farwell, president of the New York Community Chorus, John C, Freund, the witty Hebrew editor of Musical America, gave a paper on "The Present Condition of Music in the United States." "The Relationship of Schools and Colleges to Community Music" was presented by Peter Dykema of the University of Wisconsin. At the enjoyable luncheon Mrs. Kate Douglass Wiggins, who presided, told, in a delightfully witty manner, all about what her family had done musically for her old home town. Mrs. Edward MacDowell spoke of her Peterborough, N. H., Memorial Community Work. At night, at the Washington Irying High School, William McCoy of San Francisco gave a fine but too lengthy paper and Harry Barnhart gave a demonstration of community singing methods, which I wish colored chorus directors could have heard. On Friday morning the talks were again fine and to the point. "What the Women of the Country Are Doing for Community Music" was given by the chairman of the Committee of Community Music of the National Council of Women. "What Music Can Do for Rural Communities," "Civic Music in Chicago" and "Community Music in Military Training Camps," together with a talk on the song and light celebrations in Rochester and New York took up the whole morning. Because I had to take a train at 2 I missed the round table discussion on "Music Schools for Communities." "The Organization of Civic Music Associations." "The Community. Chorus and Right Leadership" and Community Music and the Professional Musician." At night there was a song festival with the New York Community Chorus and choruses of Orange and East Orange, N. J. I left the conference a sadder woman and I was glad that I had not stayed to hear those thousand, voices for I would have been jealous for my own people. We could do all that, too, but who is to finance the effort? I thought of Mr. Ditt at Hampton and I thought of Mr. Dett at Hampton and thought of Miss Wilhemina Patterson way down in Prairie View, Texas; I thought of Mr. Diton way down in Talladega, Ala. All of these, and others, who are pioneer community workers, could do for Negroes exactly what Harry Barnhart is doing if these colored musicians only had financial support. I could; imagine these young Negroes giving their experiences and how the blue and gray eyes would open to learn that "there were others," black at that, who had had the same vision—and, more—they had been working out unrailed for years. All sorts of interesting literature was circulated. I will copy some of the leading thoughts: The community movement is sweeping the country. Hundreds of community choruses are forming everywhere, everywhere the people of all kinds and conditions are coming together to express themselves in song Why and Why Now? Because the American people have remained dumb as long as they can bear it. Because they have much to express in common at this time of national crisis. Because to sing is the fundamental way of affirming faith in God and the nation. Because by singing alone can the emotions of all peoples be fused in compact national organism: Because in song, differences are forgotten and the spirit which all people show in common comes forth as a creative power for the shaping of the community and the nation Point of View. A community chorus is not a singing society. It is the means of giving the nation a voice. It is absolutely democratic. It includes all who want to come together for the joy of singing without voice trial and without dues. The circulars told of the work of the New York Community Chorus, which organized January 9, 1916, which has held "sings" every week and which has invited everybody to sing freely with it at Central Park on Sunday afternoons, or elsewhere. The Great Song and Light Festival, the Tree of Light and the Messiah, with one thousand voices, at Madison Square Garden were reviewed. A sketch of Mr. Harry Barnhart, the wonderful leader of the New York, the Buffalo and the Oranges choruses, "the originator of the Community Chorus idea" (which he really is not), and the leading national figure in the Community Chorus movement was given. Quotations from Shakespeare, Pope, Tennyson and Walt Whitman's "Hear America Go Singing to Her Destiny," gave prophecy and endorsement to the new movement. After I gol' seated in the Pullman to return to Chicago my throat clutched and tightened at the thought of a great civic movement like this national effort—with my people—a singing people—seemingly left out. I hear that at the great New York Carnegie Hall meeting and the great Chicago Coliseum meeting colored choruses were conspicuous by their absence. Our people must wake up and prepare for these occasions. If we are ready we may sing right along with other choruses when these great meetings are held. Somebody start something! Everywhere—if you love your race and love music. LINCOLN THEATRE At the Lincoln Theatre, Saturday and Sunday, the Ivan Film Company will present the photoplay entitled "One Law for Both." On Monday Frank Montgomery and Company will be seen in "The Return of Hapsey," with new songs, dances and pretty girls. In conjunction with Frank Montgomery and Company a girl act of twelve people will be on the bill and other turns. NO COLOR-LINE IN CITY BALL GAMES AT BUFALO BUFFALO, N. Y.-The Buffalo Municipal Baseball Association has issued the following statement, declaring that no color line would be drawn in 'the municipal games: "As there was some comment on the playing of John Emory aid Home Run Johnson of the Pittsburgh Colored Stars by the Phoebe Snows in a Municipal League game last Sunday and some chronic kicker wishes to know what the league's stand is in the matter. I'll advise him or anyone else our position "The Buffalo Municipal Baseball Association has not as yet drawn the color line and does not intend to do so as long as the present board of directors is running the affairs of the association for its good and welfare. We have no more right to bar a colored player from playing in a Municipal game than the city authorities have to prohibit colored people from using the public parks of this city for the purpose of enjoying themselves. "The team that played Emory and Johnson was perfectly within their rights as neither player hail played with or jumped from any team in our association and they were eligible to play and still are until they break any of our playing rules, and, furthermore, both men have worked a number of years for the Lackawanna railroad, which the Phoebe Snows represent. "We have had colored players playing in the Class A, B, C and D leagues since our organization, and, if those who desire information, would consult the book of rules; page 8, article 2, section 7, they might be enlightened. The rule reads: "No player shall be eligible to play in games under the jurisdiction of this association who shall have received a monetary consideration for playing baseball, except that such compensation was received prior to the first day of July of the current season." THE MUSICIAN MISS PHYLLIS W. WATERS Miss Phyllis Wheatley Waters, who was a member for four years of the Ann Arbor High School basketball team, being elected captain in her senior year, the first time a colored girl had been thus honored, graduated last week from the University of Michigan, where for four years she played on the varsity basketball team, distinguishing herself in all branches of athletics. She is the daughter of Phil Waters of Charleston W. Va., Chief Deputy Clerk of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, who is also a Michigan alumnus, and was a star ball player in the early nineties and now an acknowledged authority on athletics. Miss Waters will take a post graduate course at Wellesley. BASEBALL AT EAST ORANGE. On June, 30th and on a Saturday afternoon at the Elmwood Oval, Last Orange, N. J., the Orange Y. M. C. A (Glorify) and the fast East Orange Baseball team were the contesting nines. The East Orange boys, by their peppery showing, demonstrated that they were superior. For the last four years the East Orange boys have lost only one game, and that was to the Montclair Y. M C. A Hall, who was on the mound for the East Orange boys, held the Y M C A team to a one-hit and scoreless game. Lewis twirled well for the losers, but received poor support. The score stood 0 to 0 in favor of East Orange. The lineup: East Orange Baseball—J. Clark, r. i.; L. Young, s. s.; P. Young, c.; Goss, 1st b.; Franklin, 2d b.; P. Clark, l. i.; Edwards, c. f.; Hall, p.; L. Moss, 3d b.; R. Pursley, sub. Orange Y. M. C. A.-Bowers, r. f.; Farrell, s. s.; L. White, c.; P. Ricks, 1st b.; B. White, 2d b.; Tilley, 1 f.; Hall, c. f.; Lewis, p.; Bolden, 3d b; Cowen, Dewey, subs. HOMESTEAD GIANTS WIN HOMESTEAD GiANTS WIN. Hot HORSPINS, Va — Wednesday, July 4th, the Homestead Giants defeated the Greenbrier, Giants, 12 to 9. The locals made the champions extend themselves to win, for it was in the champion's half of the ninth, with the score 9 to 7 against them, and with two runners on the paths that J. D. Ransford, their crack left fielder, tripped to deep center, sending the Giants across the plate and tying up the score. Two doubles and a single followed thus timely triple and the game was put on ice for the boys from Hoi Springs. George Henderson played a snappy game in center field for the Giants, also did L. Jackson in right field, and Dick Skupper at third base. James Larker, the Giants' first baseman, got his second home run of the season. PICURE MEETING WITH FAVOR. "The Scapegoat," the new motion picture by the Frederick Douglass Film Co., 354 Pacific avenue, Jersey City, N.J., had a very successful run in Baltimore, Md., and in Arkansas last week. It is showing in the Olympia Theatre, Philadelphia, this week. The picture is being well received by the managers of motion pictures houses, according to reports, and is highly approved by the public wherever it shows. ROLAND W. HAYES The Greatest Negro Tenor the World Has Ever Produced Friday Night, July 13, 1917 Manhattan Casino. Admission 50c. WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, JULY 16. The Only Successor of "Within The Law" "The Yellow Ticket" LINCOLN THEATRE 135TH ST. & LENOX AVENUE TELEPHONE HARLEM 6480 Another big girl act of 12 people in conjunction with Frank Montgomerie $ ^{ \& } $ Co. and our usual vaudievelle acts. and to aid the SOJOURNER TRUTH HOME FOR GIRLS The latest in Parisian Gowns from the shops of among the best modistes in New York City will be exhibited on manikins noted for style and beauty. ADMISSION - 35 Centa BOXES $2.00, not including admission June 21-51. Music by N. A. M. A., Prof. H. G. Marshall, Leader THURSDAY, JULY 12, 1917. Somerville, N. J.-The Rev. W. D. Robeson is improving in health. He preached morning and evening at St. Thomas Church. Miss Robeson is out of town. The Misses Rogers of Central avenue, are at Ashbury Park. Miss Bessie Vorhees spent the 4th with Mr. and Mrs. William Deerot Brooklyn. Miss Hazel C. Schenok and Miss Gertrude Doman spent Sunday with friends in New Brunswick. Mrs. Carrie Dennison of Waverly, spent the week with Mrs. Geo. C. Lane. Mr. and Mrs. B. Woolsey of New Brunswick, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Kline, July 4. BAYONNE. N. J Dayonne, N. J.-Sunday, July 1, was a great day at St. Peters A. M. E. Zion Church. The pastor, the Rev. J. M. Branch, occupied the pulpit at the morning services. The Rev. Mr. Grant of Red Bank preached at the afternoon service and the Rev. Mrs. Florence Randolph of Jersey City occupied the pulpit at the evening service. Paul Robeson of Somerville visited friends in this city on Monday, July 1. Bishop W. L. Lee of Brooklyn, will preach at St. Peters A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday at both services. The Misses Catthes, 78 West 10th street, entertained the Misses Coplands of Elizabeth and Miss H. Thomas of Newark, Sunday. Mrs. Moses Benson of Chester, S. C., who is visiting her sister at 511 Boulevard, spent the fourth with her stepson in New York and is now visiting friends in Brooklyn Mr and Mrs. Eugene Robinson and little Normand, spent the Sunday in Newark, visiting their brother and son, also Miss Leana Smith, who served a delicious dinner. They were joined by friends including Mrs. Frances Goddard of Flushing. --- WAIT FOR US! ANNUAL OUTING B13 W. 138th Street B.J. W. Brown, Pastor MOTHER A. M. E. ZION CHURCH AND SUNDAY SCHOOL 1796 | THURSDAY, JULY 19, 1917 | 1917 Boat leaves West 132nd Street at 9:30 A. M., Sharp. MUSIC AND RBFRESHMENTS FARE 50 CENTS FARE 50 CENTS WILSON TO STOP ACTS OF LAWLESSNESS Members of Empire State Federation Hold Ninth Annual Session at New Rochelle. NEW CLUBS ARE FORMED Mr. Lawton and Other Officers are Recieved Next Session of Federation to be Held at St. Mark's M. E. Church, New York. (Special to The New York Am.) NEW ROCHELL, N. Y. The ninth annual session of the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs was held in Catharine's A. M. E. Zion church, 4 and 5 and was largely attended by delegate from various parts of the state, and many prominent visitors. The convention was called to order by the president, Mrs. M. C. Lawton, after briefly reviewing the East St. Louis root and other atrocities perpetrated upon the colored race, appointed committee to send a suitable telegram to the president of the United States, along upon him in the name of justice, put a stop to these innumerable horrors. Those composing the committee were Mrs. Mary B Talbert, president of the National Association of Colored Women, Mrs. A W. Hunton, Dr. V. Morton and Mrs. M. J. Stuart. Two Hundred Delegates Present. It was conceded by all present that the meeting was one of the most successful in its history, having almost two hundred delegates present. Practical events were discussed. The Hon Edward Stetson Griffing, New Keshelie, delivered the address welcome on July 4. He expressed slight at seeing the colored women so organized and heartily commended them on the splendid work of uplift in which they are engaged. Ten new clubs were brought in by the trainer. Mrs A. W. Hunton, giving Federation an added membership of women. A judicial committee was appointed routine specific work for the ensuing consist of the following delegates Mrs Cicily S. Gunner, Hilburn; Thomas, Ithaca; Mrs. S. E. Wiklinson, White Rose Home; Mme, V. E. Exemption of the New York Branch Y. W. A. Mrs, J. W. Harden, Poughkeepsie; and Mrs. Lutie Lytle Cowan-McCarthy of Port Chester. The reports of the various clubs throughout the State were most encouraging and gave evidence of continued development along the lines of racial emancipation. The department of arts and crafts, under the direction of Mrs. H. Turner of Brooklyn, made an exertion showing, and the exhibition was feature of interest to all who attended. Three prizes, the first $5 in gold, the second $2.50 in gold and the third $1 in the new currency, were awarded to three clubs bringing in the best work which resulted as follows: Jamaica Thumble Club, Embroidery Club of Tongheispe, and the Silver Spray Circ of St. Mark's Church, New York City. This department is but one year old and its chairman deserves great credit for its progress. Delegates to National Association. The delegates to the National Association of Colored Women were elected follows. Mrs. M. C. Lawton, president, Mrs. Charlotte Bell, vice-president, Mrs. A. W. Hunton, organizer; Mrs. Charlotte Delt, chairman executive committee. Dr. V. Morton Jonrs, Mrs. Lute Lyle Cowan-McNeil, Mrs. W. F. Dornton, Miss Josephine Holmes, Miss Elizabeth Mickens, Mrs. M. J. Stuart, Mr. J. W. Harden. Prominent among those who discussed subjects before the convention were Mrs. Ferrell of the White Rose Industrial Home for Working Girls; Miss Grace P Campbell of the Empire Friendly Shelter, Miss Vivian Ward of the Urban League. The temperance symposium conducted by Mrs. Sylvia Harris, chairman of that department was an enjoyable feature of the convention. Addresses were delivered by Fred R. Moore, John M. Royall, Eugene Kincick Jones, Mrs. Florence Dandolph, president of the New Jersey State Federation, and short talks by the Mrs. T J. B. Harris of Englewood, N. J., Faine, of Tarrytown, and W. R. Laston of Brooklyn, which were replete with practical suggestions. The officers of the Federation were re-elected and were as follows: Mrs. M. C Lawton, Brooklyn, president; Mrs. Charlotte Bell, Brooklyn, vice-president; Mrs. Addie Jackson, Tarrytown, financial secretary; Mrs. Tillie Harden, Poughkeepsie, recording secretary; Mrs. Elizabeth Mickens, New York City, corresponding secretary; Mrs. Alice Scott, Jamaica; L. I., treasurer; Mrs. Charlotte - Delt, Niagara Falls, chairman executive committee; Mrs. Alice Wiley-Seay, Brooklyn, historian. The delegates wore entertained by the local branch of the Negro Business league on the last day of the session. The next meeting of the Empire State Federation will be held at St. Mark's L.E. Church, New York, as the guest of the Silver Spray Circle. A Lonely Life. Early to be add early to tise, you'll meet nine of the regular guy. -Widow. Syracuse, N. Y.—Mrs. Leroy Guyder of 607 Orange street and daughter, Doris, left for Albion, where Doris will spend the summer. Peter Charles of Bath spent Fourth of July with Mrs. Emily Atkins of 620 East Washington street. Miss Marlon Taylor of Brooklyn Lepine, Thursday. Enrique mille celebrated his seventh birthday on the Fourth with a party. Games were played and refreshments served. Mildred and Donald Peresett spent the past week in Cazenovia. Anderson Atwell spent the Fourth at Liverpool, N. Y., with the Misses Rose and Floss Prown. Miss Floss Prown was a friend of Mrs. William Griffin, 307 Almond street. Sunday evening. William Hundley of Seraton, Pa., will spend the summer in this city. Miss Frances Crocker left last Saturday for Yore, Va., where she will spend the summer. Mrs. Howard Woods, of 604 Orange street, who has been in Miss Marjorie Frank of Gloverville will spend the summer with her mother, Mrs. Nellie Frank, of this city. Mrs. Samuel Malone and Mrs. L. Harris were the guests of Mrs. Malone's aunt, Mrs. Fred Shorter of Auburn, Wednesday. Mrs. Malone attended the funeral of W. H. Palmer of Utica, Friday, was the guest of elder Mrs. L. Harris of 623 South State street. Mrs. William Tate and daughter, Mamie, are in Cazenovia for the summer. A farewell party was given Thursday for the young bride, Mrs Percy Washington, who will make her home in Schenectady. Those present were: Beniece Meyers, Etta Williams, Mabelle Owens, Sadie Anderson, Josephine Stewart, Gertrude Brown, Bessie Blue, Messrs, Luther Lynn, Samuel Snowdon, William Berry, Alphap Lippins, William Hawkins and Hannah of Aphurn. Miss Helen Frank of Gloversville is visiting her aunt, Mrs Smith, of 519 East Washington street. Those who attended the ball at Aphurn on the Fourth were: Beniece Meyers, William Berry, Anderson, Beniece Wilson, Pauline Diggs, Mabel Foy, Edith Cooper and Bessie Blue, Dameses Florence Malone, Lucie Greene, Messrs, Nelson Green, Clarence Hicks, Garry Willis, George Bonds, Samuel Langford and Randolph Robinson and a number of others Mr. and Mrs. Holmes Harrison or orange street are the parents. RALEIGH N C Raleigh, N. C — The Rev. W G Avant passed through the city last Thursday, having visited Asheville, Charlotte and Greensboro, and left on the evening train for his home in Newbern, N. C A postal substation has been established in the Third Ward Drug Store, owned by Capt. J. E. Hamillin W K Moye is clerk in charge Mrs. W S. Matthews is in the Norfolk, Va., Sanitorium The Rev. W S. Matthews spent two days in Granite, N. C., where he had gone to attend the district Sunday school convention. Prof. J. A. Dyer, general accountant for the Durham Mutual Provident Insurance Co. was in the city last Sunday and worshipped at St Ambrose P. E. Church. The colored women of this city held a mass meeting in the First Baptist Church last Sunday at 4 o'clock and organized a Red Cross chapter. Dr. J. O. Plummer presided and gave a full outline of the work. Dr. J. A. Duncan, physician in charge of St. Agnes' Hospital, gave an excellent talk on nursing the sick and wounded. The Rev. J. W. Ligon and L. H. Roberts were, returning to the city last Sunday evening in a buggy when the horse became frightened at a passing automobile and ran away, throwing the occupants out. The Rev. Mr. Ligon sustained several cuts on his head and face, while Mr. Roberts had his legs and arm sprained. Mrs. McKimmons, the State demonstrator of canning vegetables and fruits, will meet with the Gardeners' Union and Canning Club Thursday. The members of the Congregation Church on Manley street held their annual meeting last. Monday night, when matters pertaining to the church were discussed, and the pastor, the Rev. P. R. De Berry, was chosen for another year. Miss Ada Harris and Miss Alice Rogers are attending summer school at Hampton Institute. STAUNTON, VA Staunton, Va.-Dr. Will Archie, of Johnstown, Pa., spent a few days here last week visiting his cousin, Miss Emma Leech. Frank Evans and Jno. Hamis are employed at the Studebaker factory. Detroit, Mich. Mrs. Minnie Payne arrived here from Cleveland. She left Saturday for Hot Springs, where she will spend the summer. Mrs. Stuart Dunnings left Friday for lexington, Va., to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmore Johnson are re-jolving over a little baby girl, Mrs. Emma Leech a missie Stane Pannell and Dr. Arlene Mispent Sunday in Wayneynoble, Dr. C. W. Marshall is able to be out after being confined to his room for a week. Staunton's Athletic Juniors were defeated at Lexington July 4th by Lexington, 11 to 4. The young ladies' music club had a picnic July 4 at Harrisonburg. At night they were entertained by Percy & Harry Wells with music, games and dancing. An attractive man was served. The party was to Staunton by automobile, Dr. and Mrs. McGruffin acted as chaperons. Miss Alexander of Lexington spent a few days here visiting Dr. and Mrs. Pannell. FLORENCE, S. C. Florence, S. C.-The Rev. M. Jones, a very promising young man of Hymans, S. C., was ordained at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church recently. Quite a crowd witnessed the ceremonies. H. J. Souls of Helena, Mont., passed through the city recently en route from Wilmington, N. C., for home. The Rev. Mrs. Mary Samuel of Wilmington, N. C., passed through the city recently. Payton Closes Harlem Realty Deal (Continued from page one) called "Wheatley Court," in honor of Philiss Wheatley, the Negro poetess whose productions were commended by General Washington and the sensation of pre-revolutionary days. No. 130 West 142d street will be called "Dunbar Court," after Paul Laurence Dunbar, the poet. No. 140 West 142d street is to be called "Douglass Court," after Frederick Douglass. No. 148 West 142d street is to be called "Washington Court," after THE STREETS OF LONDON THE STREETS OF LONDON 141ST STREET APARTMENT HOUSES Dr. Booker T. Washington. In the foyer of these houses will hang a picture of the person after whom it is named, and the uniforms of the hall attendants will bear the name of the house. This marks a long jump from the conditions under which Philip A Payton, New York's pioneer Negro real estate agent, found colored people living when he commenced his real estate operations in this city seventeen years ago. History of Colored Harlem. The history of "Colored Harlem" and the rise of Mr. Payton are synonymous. The Outlook of December 23, 1914, in an article under the caption, "A.Negro City in New York," after calling Mr. Payton the "Father of this community," said, among other things, "It was Payton's theory that living conditions equal those available for the white man what the Negro needed to give him the realization of white progress and white standards." Mr. Payton was born in Westfield, Mass., February 27, 1876; he was educated in the public and high schools of that town and at Livingston College, Salisbury, N. C. He is a typical new England Yankee with all that implies in character, integrity and shrewdness. Coming to New York in April, 1899, to try his luck in the "city of cities," he secured a job in one of the large department stores—as attendant for "jeeny-in-the-slot" picture and weighing machines at $6 per week. He remained in this place until Labor Day, when he went home with the consent of his employer for a few days' visit, only to find another man in his job upon his return. Being up against it, his trade (barbering) which he had learned in his father's shop as a boy, came to his rescue and enabled him to earn $5 or $0 a week. Open's Office in Harlem. In February, 1900, he secured a place as a porter in a real estate office at a salary of $8 a week; it was while there he conceived the idea of going into the real estate business, and in October, 1900, he opened a small office in West 32d street, near Eighth avenue, with a partner, under the firm name of Brown and Payton. They struggled along under a monthly rental of $20, telephone and other expenses until spring, when the partner tired of the business, the entire gross receipts during this period not having equalled $125, and quit. Payton continued the fight alone until disposes proceedings for nonpayment of rent cut short his efforts at this point. He moved to a small office in Nassau street, where he suffered a-like fate in a few months. Mr. Payton says of himself. "The hardships I suffered and the funny experiences I underwent while establishing myself as a real estate man in New York would fill a book in which a reader could shed a few tears and secure many a good laugh. Besides being dispossessed three times and once evicted for nonpayment of rent, I have walked from Nassau street to Harlem on more than one occasion for want of a nickel." Dr. Booker T. Washington, in his 'Negro in Business,' says of Mr. Payton: "He had an opportunity during this time to learn something of the condition under which colored tenants lived, sometimes are compelled to live; in New York; stranger than all else he was, he confessed to me, several times put out of houses, bag and baggage, for habitility to pay his rent. He has thus been able to see how an ejection suit looked from both the point of view of the tenant and the landlord." Secures First Tenement. Mr. Payton secured his first tenement to manage by, agreeing to occupy the apartment in a house where a murderer, suicide had occurred, and where his owner found it impossible as a result to secure white tenants. By the showing he made in filling this house with a desirable class of colored tenants, thus making it an attractive investment for the owner, he was soon able to secure the management of other houses. Using the front room of his apartment as an office, and by working from 12 to 18 hours a day, he finally secured the agency of enough houses to warrant the opening of an office at 67 West 134th street, where he is now located. All this time, while seeking to secure desirable tenements for the proper housing of his people, he also worked dili- THE NEW YORKER gently trying to sell properties, without any pecuniary success, until one day he found himself in a bewildered possession of $1,150 commission as a result of a deal he had engineered. By judiciously investing this money, purchasing the property in which he lived, the foundation was laid for a business which has won the admiration of the thinking people of New York. Nothing succeeds like success, and from this point owners began turning their property over to Mr. Payton in various block of what is now known as "Colored Harlem," and this was the beginning of the community that today numbers 70,000 people. Within a few short years, starting with nothing but a determination to win, he was a sensation in New York, holding title to properties worth nearly a million dollars Believes in Advertising. He has always been a great believer in advertising, he was the first real estate man in the entire city to adopt the out-door billboard method of advertising, and his real estate advertisements were the first to ever appear in the elevated trains and subways. At one time, a few years ago, he spent more than $25,000 for advertising during the period of four months. His deals run into millions and embrace some of the finest properties in the city, thus proving that color need be no barrier to a man's success. By dint of superb courage, ingratiating doggedness and a thorough knowledge of his business, he has broadened his field of real estate activities, until today there is scarcely a large owner of real estate in New York City who has not done business with him in some capacity, and there are few people, if any, in the entire city who are at all interested in real estate to whom the name Payton is not well known. The biggest lawyers and the largest brokers, without exception, place him among those at the top of the profession of real estate experts. His deals are carefully conceived and skillfully executed. His clientelle is 99 per cent white, and they believe in him and accord him the greatest respect. The late Dr. Booker T. Washington once said that "Payton's business success had done as much as any other one thing toward the solution of the race problem; wherever I go. North or South, East or West, to the small city or the large, I see and feel the influence of Mr. Payton upon the colored man in the real estate field. He has dignified for the colored man a business in which he was formerly a joke." Mr. Payton is president and treasurer of the Philip A Payton, Jr. Company, Real Estate Agents, Brokers and Appraisers, and is heavily interested in a number of reality companies with large realty holdings. He has a beautiful summer home in one of the most artisticocratic sections along the Jersey Coast, though he spends most of his time in Harlem. However wealthy he may become, by common consent of his race in New York City, he will go down in history not because he was rich, but rather because as "Father of Colored Harlem," he opened up in the heart of a prejudiced city a most delightful and healthy section to his people. PORTSMOUTH, N. H. Portsmouth, N. H.—Company L, S. H. Mass., Infantry, who have been stationed in this city since last April, left last Friday for the training camp in Framingham, Mass. The white press large headlines in lieu of their conduct them to be ideal American soldiers on and off duty. Misses Alice and Pearl Lee spent last week in Newburyport, Mass., the guests of Miss Gladys Mara Ernest Lee was a business advisor to Boston, Mass., and Miss Elizabeth Straughin, Row Street, took her Sunday school class of twelve children on triplec to Rye Beach last Saturday. Miss Lela Wallace, of Washington, D. C. Isaac presides the summer at Rye Beach. The Christian Endevor Society of the People's Baptist Church presented the drama, "A Supper by Proxy" written by Florence T. Reld, last Thursday evening to a large and appreciative audience. The Sunday school will give a concert in the church poetry Thursday evening; July 11, for the benefit of the plenic fund. HOT SPRINGS, VA Hot Springs, Va.-The Rev. G. F. Curry, pastor of Jackson Street M. E. Church, Lynchburg, Va., preached to a large and appreciative congregation at Smith Chapel, Sunday night, July 5. Fenton Jones of Warm Springs, Va., was accidentally shot and killed by Moselle Pettus at the home of the latter, July 5. T. T. Anthony—the tailor, has secured the services of Mr. E. W. Barre, a Hampton graduate tailor, and is prepared to do promptly and satisfactorily all work in his line. Prices rememberable. Among recent arrivals here are included Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Colms, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Allen, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Jones, Henry Williams, Chas. Lenoir, Henry McConnell, Lewis Townsend, E. W. Barr, Zimmons Sphere from Ashville, N. C. W. L. Smith from Bowling Street, Va.; Haleakalake, Freeland,burg, Va.; Miss Mable Turner, Eagle Mount, Va.; Chester Starks, Engle Mount, Va. The Hot Springs Social Club gave a grand function at the Wilson House, July 4. Seasonable refreshments were served with "Wilson Punch," and souvenirs were presented to all present guests. G. F. Coyne and H. L. McFadden, Prof. C. S. Ross, H. Good, Miss M. Dooley and Miss Minnie Choice, committee. NEW ORLEANS LA NEW ORLEANS, LA.—The Rev. Dr. C. K. Brown, the new-pastor of Trinity M. E. Church, comes to his new charge fully prepared. He is a graduate of Claflin University and Gammon Theological School. Memorial services for the late Prof. A H. Calwell were held at the Colored Y M C. A on June 24. The master of ceremonies was C. A. Barrett. Speakers for the evening were Dr. K. E. Jones, the Rev. P. Landry, the Rev. W. K. Hopes, W. J. Huntley and the Rev H. H. Dunn. Dr. H. H. V. Dejore has returned to a H. H.旅途 trip through the State and looks the picture of health. The teachers of New Orleans are making arrangements to entertain the National Teachers' Convention, which meets here in Inly. The New Orleans branch, N. A. A. C. P. held their regular monthly meeting June 28 at the Y. M. C. A. building. The meeting was inspiring. The Rev. Julius Brown delivered an excellent address and assured his co-operation in whatever way the association might see fit. B. N. Petty, the president, feels encouraged and hopes to make the branch a complete success. Dr. C. S. Collin of Houma called on the representative of THE Age at 2023 Dryades street and was heartily welcomed. On Wednesday night, July 1, a public mass meeting, under the auspices of the Colored Y. M. C. A. C. A. Barrett, general secretary, will be held at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church, corner Liberty and Erato streets. The ministerial alliances, business and professional men will address the meeting. The Rev. E. B. Williams is pastor. Good music will be furnished by several choirs. The meeting is mainly to have the public educated in the workings of the Y. M. C. A. The ministers of the First District and Freedman's Association held their Sunday school picnic at the fair, grounds on Tuesday, June 26. The gathering was the largest ever had. The orphan girls from the Freedman's home enjoyed quite a treat. At the close of the day a program was rendered, at which an address was delivered by Prof. Clark of Southern University, Baton Rouge. Among other things, he said that in New Orleans he found the pastors not only preaching hell and heaven, but teaching the people sound doctrine with health and education. He encouraged gatherings of such kind and said the outing will not be forgotten by the children of the various schools. The St Jamez, M A M Church celebrated its 69th anniversary, June 25 to 29, with appropriate services. Many of the choirs of the city rendered valuable service. Over $300 was raised during the celebration RAHWAY N 1 RAMWAY, N. J—Miss Sylvia Sykes, 157 Milton avenue, has gone to the -eashore to spend the month of July. An entertainment, entitled "A Day in Ye Old Time District School," was given under the direction of Miss Esther Yates. The school consisted of twenty pupils wearing sunbonnets and carrying dinner pails from which they ate. The course of study consisted of arithmetic, geography, spelling and reading. The affair proved a great success. The Golden Rod Sewing Circle visited Mrs Alice Robinson of Pierce street, who has been ill Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Archer of 280 Main street were the recipients of a pleasant surprise by the Helping Hand Club of the Second Baptist Church. Miss Cora Scott of Lincoln avenue visited friends in Jersey City Sunday, July 1. The Rev. P. D. James presided at the Second Baptist Church, July 1, from Matt. xxii, 2. The B. Y. P. U. was led by its president, Chifford Moorhead. The topic for discussion was, "Jesus Loves Me." The evening services were conducted by the pastor, the Rev. Alfred Wright. He preached from Jeremiah iii, 14. Sunday, July 1. Miss Estelle Thomas of this city, James Thomas of Newark and William Jackson of Jersey city visited William S. Maize, 228 Maple avenue. Miss Hazel Hughes, daughter of Mrs. Lavinia Hughes, 57 West Milton avenue, and William Brown, son of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Brown, 115 East Milton avenue, graduated from the Rahway Grammar School. MONTCLAIR, N. J. Montclair, N. J.—The Rev. J. B. Boddle, while attending a ten days' meeting at the Baptist Church, was a guest at Pinehurst Inn. Ms. Victoria Stewart, a party of twelve at the Inn last week. The Rev. I. L. C. Scott of Lynchburg, Vn. Dr. J. W. Chase, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stewart, a judge of Merriman of City, Mt. Ford, and Mr. Thornhill of Montclair were visitors at the Pinehurst Inn. Following is the second instalment of Lieut. Col. Lorillard Spencer's talk to the members of the Fifteenth Regiment on "Drills and Discipline," taken from Leitu. Gen. Sir Robert Baden-Powell's "Quick Training for War." "Yet another step to confidence is that of knowing that his comrades around him are all equally good men that they understand their job, and will play the game and stick it out with him to the end. This they can do only by knowing what the game is, having an intelligent interest in it, and having a certain amount of sense of self-sacrifice and helpfulness to each other in getting the work done. The spirit in the men is of greater value than any other quality that can be produced. It is, in fact, another C—viz, of character which goes to make them efficient for war. Now this character and spirit are about the last things that drill will put into a man, yet of all things they are the most valuable. "The last form of confidence, which is possibly the most important of them all for giving a man courage in the field, is confidence in his leader. To inspire confidence in his men the leader must as a matter of course have absolute confidence in himself. He can only have this if he knows the whole of his work from A to Z, and if he feels that he is ready to meet any occasion of any tricks that fate may try to play on him in the strenuous work of active service. His men are observing him all the time; they are quick to read his character, because instinctively they feel that their lives are largely in his hands. They are quick to detect any nervousness of hesitation in his action and to adopt it as their own, but they are even more quick, fortunately for us, to catch on to any dash and bravery and self-confidence which he may display. If he possesses that electric touch of leadership which comes from the possession of the four C's of soldiering, they will brace their minds and follow him if need be to the gates of hell. "That is the secret of discipline. The so-called military discipline of repression by punishment for any neglect of orders is a soul-destroying machine which strangles true efficiency. The old iron-bound discipline of former days which regulated more brutish minds to the hand of brave and manly, though it may be unintelligent officers, has given place to a higher tone of discipline which contends of a sense of playing the game for one's side, and of carrying out a difficult or dangerous task from a sense of duty rather than from fear of punishment. This, if it is coupled with a genuine belief in the powers of the leader, constitutes the highest and most enthusiastic form of discipline, such as carries men through tight places and wins battles. "Among the many duties laid down for an officer there is one which I have not seen prominently alluded to, and yet it has a very important bearing on the confidence of the men in themselves and in their ability to carry out an arduous campaign, and is, therefore, an important step toward courage. Those who have not been on active service scarcely realize the change of atmosphere which comes over the men after a few days or weeks of campaigning. The average spectator only sees the men going on service like lions, and is unaware of what lambs they become when worn with marching, fed up, as they call it, with hard fare and hardships. Thus the health and fitness of the men is really a matter of extreme importance, and just as the cavalryman should be a good, horse master as well as a good horseman, the commander of troops must be a good man master as well as a good man leader in the field. "It is just as much part of the soldier's duty to be healthy as to be a good horseman or a good shot; and it is just as much the duty of the officer to teach him how to be so-and to see to shoot or to be efficient in other ways' that he is so as to teach him to ride or This was a warning which I once had to publish on the subject of sickness, in the South African campaign we had 18,000 men admitted to hospital for wounds, but nearly 400,000 for sickness, though South Africa is not such a very unhealthy country. "The average men do not know how to look after their own personal hygiene in the slightest degree, and officers will do well to impress upon them a few useful hints in the course of their training for war. Drill will not do it. "Above all, the officer must include in his scheme of training the teaching of the spirit and moral of soldiering. To the importance of this I have already drawn attention. I will here add a few suggestions toward its development in the men. Whether you are an officer or N. C. O. teaching, or a man learning, courage, practice these points which make you an expert at your work as a fighting man. You will gain confidence in yourself as being at least as good, if not better, than your opponent, whether at marching, judging distance, straight shooting, horsemanship, scouting, stalking, night work, entrenching, skill with bayonet, sword or lance. These come by practice and competition more quickly than by drill. General Nogi, the great Japanese leader who displayed in his life and his death the highest personal courage, said that though timid by nature he had developed this quality by stern self-discipline. When he found a job which caused him apprehension or fear he forced himself to face it, and to repeat it again and again until it no longer had any terrors for him. It is that taking oneself firmly in hand that enables a man to stick it out against the impulse of his knees to give in or to run away in a crisis." PLAINFIELD N Plainfield, N. J.-Mr. and Mrs Samuel R. Wetby, the newly weds were at home to their friends-on-Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. Quite a number called to congratulate the happy couple at their beautiful little home on Spooner avenue. Mr. Wright and family who reside in New York during the winter, are here to occupy his summer cottage, 620 West Third street, as has been their custom for years: Miss Ruth Johnson of West Fourth street, after two weeks confinement to her bed by throat trouble, is able to be up and about the house. Miss Viola Pendleton, formerly of Plainfield, but now residing in Atlantic City, has been the guest for two weeks of Mrs. Daniel Epps, Plainfield Ave. Mrs. Alice Jones of East Third street, after a short illness, is much better and has gone to visit her son, Edward in Philadelphia. Miss Lola Hicks of Highlands has been visiting here for a week, the guest of Miss A Shultz, Madison avenue Mrs. Howard Bunn of Berckman street left last week to spend a vacation with relatives and friends in Philadelphia and Atlantic City. J. J. Booker of East Third street, who has been a sufferer from rheumatism for about two years, does not improve fast, but bears his affliction with patience. Mr. and Mrs. Vidito of Madison are visiting their parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Shipley of Richmond street. Mrs Vidito lunched with Mrs. Parsons at her home, and was also entertained at dinner by Mrs. L. Woods of West Fourth street on Friday. Mrs. Carrington of Madison was also a week end guest of Mr. and Mrs. Shipley. Mrs R. Vetman of East Third street left this week to visit relatives and friends in Richmond, Va. E. Lambert is here for an indefinite stay visiting his uncle, A. Lambert. Mrs. J. W. Bailey of East Third street spent the fourth with her sister and her husband, in New York, a newly wedded couple residing in West 37th St, Mr. and Mrs C. W. Frazier. Mrs. Fred Wood of Plainfield avenue will spend a few days with friends at the Highlands Mrs. Samuel Pickens of West Fourth street is improving slowly after a short illness. Shiloh Baptist Church, West Fourth street, the Rev. E. W. Roberts, pastor, closed its house warming week in honor of the new parsonage. This building was erected by the church on the latest and most improved plan. The pastor has moved in and is pleasantly domiciled. "A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM" Everything is ready for the finest musical treat of the season when on Friday evening, July 13, at Manhattan A ROLAND W. HAYES Casino, Roland W. Hayes, Daisy Tapley, Leonard Jeter, Marten-Mason Trio, and Douge's Orchestra will render a program of excellence. In addition there will be many beautiful spot dance prizes. Two lower floors, eight rooms and bath, rent $60; also two upper floors, ten rooms and bath, $55. Respectable colored tenants only. Apartments To Let. 26 West 132nd St. Steam and Hot Water. Rents $36 and $40. Apply to JANITOR on premises or NAIL AND PARKER Lots at Nepperhan 26 Minutes from New York City Carfare, 5 and 10 Cents. Plenty to work in vicinity. Lots 25x160 $10 DOWN $5 MONTHLY good streets, good water and splendid location. Plenty of first class farm lands in N.Y. and N.J. We also exchange properties. Houses and chicken farms. Will sell or rent at Bedford Park, N. Y. Terms to suit. For full particulars write or call Chas. Mahaley, 127 133rd St, N.Y. APARTMENTS TO LET 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. NEWS OF GREATER NEW YORK --- --- George Young of Young's Book Exchange, has returned from Denver. Mrs. James W. Johnson is spending a few days in Washington, D. C. Mrs. H. A. Booker and Sister Alice Simmons are on the sick list. Mme. Adena C. E. Minott, is the guest of Mrs. Walter J. Conway 2203 7th avenue. John W. Overten was appointed a commissioner of deeds by Mayor Mitchel this week. The Rev. J. W. McCoy pastor of the A. M. E. Zion Church in Baltimore, was in the city last week. A meeting to protest against the East St. Louis massacre will be held at Salem M. E. Church on Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Allen' of Stamford, Conn., passed through the city enroute to Atlantic City Saturday. They returned home Monday. Wednesday evening, July 11, the Ladies' Progressive Club of Zion Church met with Miss Ruth Anderson, 144 Railroad avenue, Corona, L. I. Dr. and Mrs. Hyder and Mme. Walker were guests at a dinner given by Mrs. Dan Finny of the Bronx on the Fourth. Mr. and Mrs. S. C. Bruyning and sister of West 140th street, were received into the membership of Harlem Congregational Church last Sunday morning. Mrs. Bettie Francis and her daughter, Dorothea, of Washington, D. C., are in the city, where the latter will take a course at Columbia University for the summer. Mrs. Mamie Anderson Pratt, formerly of New York, now of Jacksonville, Fla., and her daughter Miss Amibel, are in the city stopping with Mrs. Bernie L. Smith, 2257 7th avenue. The Ladies' Aid Society of the Congregational Church has pursued a mid-summer entertainment for Friday evening, July 13. Program and admission free. Refreshments will be sold. The lot in the rear of Mother Zion A. M. E. Church has been arranged for outdoor entertainments, benches, electric lights, etc. The same can be secured from pastor or trustees. Phone 7580 Audubon—Adv. Places are being discussed for a monster parade to be held in this city by the Negro citizens of New York as silent protest against the wrongs to which the race is suffering in this country. Pastor Bolden is very vigilant over the unbounded success of the Fourth of July celebration. The people of Harlem helped to make the day a memorable one and Rev. Mr. Bolden thanked one and all for their hearty co-operation. Friday evening prayer and praise service will be held at Mother Zion Church and will be addressed by the Rev. Mrs. Mary J. Smalls of York, Pa. The annual outing of Zion Church and Sunday school will take place Thursday, July 19. Dr. and Mrs. James A. De Ramus of Montgomery, Ala., are spending a part of their honeymoon in the city. Mrs. De Ramus is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John N. Brown of Montgomery. The marriage was solemnized June 27. They are being highly entertained while here. The community center playground is being liberally patronized by the children of the neighborhood. The playground is under the management of capable directors and, is furnishing wholesome recreation for the little ones. At the meeting of the Mothers' Club last Friday evening Mme. E. Hackley spoke. Thursday evening, July 12, the opening of the Brotherhood House will occur at 129 West 136th street, under the auspices of the Brotherhood of the Mother A. M. E. Zion. Church. There will be good music and refreshments vetted. J. A. Hopkins is president; G. H. Lambdon, secretary; B. W. Payne, chairman, reception committee. The following are reported sick: Mrs. Charfette Fisher, 313 East 157th street; J. Lightbourn, 192 West 134th street; Louise Hale, 81 West 141st street; William Fleming, 65 West 139th street; Mother Vincent, 130 West 139th street; Charles Lee, 65 West 132d street; Mrs. Ings Foster, Roosevelt Hospital; Mrs. Heerlietta Greene, 189 West 136th street; Mrs. Harriet Garey, 108 West 137th street; Mrs. Minnie Ashley, 111% West 133d street; Ruth Ridley, 134 West 139th street. Considerable damage was done by a fire that broke out in St. Philip's Parish House on West 133rd street last Saturday. The flames appear to have started between the sexton's closet and the curate's study and only their early discovery prevented their spreading to the upper floors. The Rev. E. W. Daniel and Choirmaster Bolin were the first to discover the fire and gave the alarm. Much damage was done to the flooring and insulated wires in subduing the flames, the estimates running from $1,500 to $5,000. The cause of the fire has not yet been ascertained. The Organ Moving Club of Bethel A. M. Church was organized July 9 at the residence of Mrs. J. C. Thomas, 89 West, 134th street, for the purpose of moving the organ in said church. The officers are; Mrs. J. C. Thomas, president; H. H. Dennis, vice-president; Mrs. Louise Scott, financial secretary; Mrs. Jessie Scott, recording secretary; Mrs. Rosa B. Fields, treasurer; Mrs. Mattie Izziare, assistant treasurer; Mrs. Louise Minor, chaplain; Mrs. Julia Scott, sergeant at arms. The Coal Club of Bethel will work jointly with the Organ Moving Club. The pulpit of Rush Memorial Church was ably filled last Sunday morning when Rev. M. J. Small the late Bishop Small, delivered the sermon. In the evening Dr. Crook preached and loudly sounded the praises of Colonel Theodore Roosevelt for his Carnegie Hall speech. Since the beginning of the new conference year several plans have been advanced by the pastor and trustees that have met with great favor. Seven persons joined the church. The collection was $63.20. At the St. Paul Baptist church, the Rev. H. Arthur Booker, pastor, preached a special sermon to graduates on Sunday afternoon, when the following were present, with their parents and friends: Grammar Schools—Miss Lillian' Grant, P. S. 56; Miss Lizzetta Green, P. S. 84; Miss Marion Johnson, P. S. 33; Miss Williamey Smith, P. S. 28; Miss Havella; Brooks, P. S. 28; Mrs. Forence Harris, P. S. 33; Miss Estelle Taliaferre, P. S. 45; Miss Julia A. Booker, P. S. 28; Miss Alice Lawrence, Central Grammar, Orange, N. J. L.; Miss Lulu Floyd Booker, Julia Richman, H. S., and Mrs. Fame Thomas, Hampton Institute. The pastor spoke on "The Progressive Life." W. Davis Brown, Grand Master of the State of New York and National Grand, Treasurer of the Grand, United Order of Odd Fellows in America, left the city Monday morning for Philadelphia, to attend the meeting of the S. C. M. at the close of the meeting, on Friday, the members of the board will visit the Middle West, spending two and three days in the following places: Cleveland, Ohio; Grand Master Morris's farm at Benton Harbor, Mich.; Chicago, Indianapolis and New Albany, Ind.; Louisville, Ky., Cincinnati, Washington, D. C., Baltimore, returning home in time to attend the Grand Lodge meeting, which convenes in Binghamton, N. Y., August 7. The officers of Biddle University League held a meeting last Thursday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John: W. Talley, 25 East 10th street. There were present a number of ladies, also Prof. W. R. Connors, formerly of Biddle University. The development of the league into a strong organization for the benefit of Biddle and the greatest helpfulness to its graduates, students and all who have attended the institution were discussed. An interesting program was arranged for the last Thursday evening in this month, July 26, at the Washington Memorial Presbyterian Mission, 422 Lenox avenue, at which time Prof. W. R. Connors will be the guest of the league. The graduates and all former students of the University and Scotia Seminary are invited to be present. WOMAN'S AUXILIARY NOTES. A committee representing the Woman's Auxiliary, Fifteenth Regiment, will confer this week with the chairman of the Civilian Relief Committee, National Red Cross, upon matters of Civilian Relief. The members of the Auxiliary are busy completing the equipment of the comfort bags for the soldiers. It is a most interesting and pleasing sight to see the women at the machines and around the tables earnestly engaged in this patriotic work. Mrs. Willette J. Spennier, visitor of the Susan B. Anthony Industrial Association, Yonkers, N. Y., for ten years, and a member of the Woman's Auxiliary, has successfully passed an examination in field clerical work also specified reading for the Red Cross Emergency Social Service or Civilian Relief and has received her certificate. Nothing but the highest courtesy has been shown her by the ladies of the National League Woman's Service. All honor to the National League for Woman's Service. A letter has been sent to President Wilson denouncing the East St. Louis mob and one to Col. Theodore Roosevelt vaulting him for his fearless defense of the race. There was a cake and ice cream sale in headquarters, 2217 Seventh avenue, last Tuesday evening, for the benefit of the Woman's Auxiliary. Until further notice meetings of the Woman's Auxiliary will be held each Thursday evening at 8 o'clock at the headquarters. The following contributions have been received: Mrs. William Emerson, Jr., $10; Mrs. Charles McOrniston, $8; Master James White (7 years old) 50c; Miss Grace Livingston Turns, articles for comfort bags; Mrs. H. H. Johnson, 100 testaments; Mrs. Mamie Wright, box of articles; Mrs. Spratte, two and a half dozen handkerchiefs; Mrs. H. H. Morris, (twelve balls of twine and contribution of safety pine; Thelma and Ruth Taylor, articles for bags. UTOPIA FASHION PARADE At a meeting of New York modlists held Thursday evening, at Mrs. A. D. Grantland's 174 Wost 127th street, plans were completed for staging a "Fashion Show" for charity, to be given under the auspices of the Utopia Neighborhood Club, at Manhattan Casino, Friday, July 20. The public voted the fashion promenade of last year an artistic success, but the show on July 20th, will far surpass last year's exhibit in the number and class, of gowns to be presented, and will equal in every particular the annual promenade at Gimbelas and the Ritz Carlton. In the promenade will be seen every type of dress necessary in the day's residence of a well dressed woman's life, namely, hathing suit, negligence, apparel dresses, garden frocks, afternoon dresses, sport suit, tailor, made coat suif, evening dresses, and a bridal outfit consulting of gown for the bride, bridemaid, and flower girls. The gowns and hats will be shown on mankins selected from among well known girls of New York who are noted for style, grace and beauty. The following modists and milliners are gratuitously exhibiting these gowns Madeline Catherine B. Reed, J. H. Ready, Lauren Joan Williams, Annie R. Granland, Hattie Lynch Green, Marie Thomas McDowell, Escalie Boston, Edith Unger of the Vogue; Miss Murrel Smaril of the Muller's Togkery, Mrs. Odessa Grey and Mrs. Grace Morris, hats; Mrs. Gertrude B. Needles, summer jars: Mr. Leslie Colbs of Englewood, ladies tailor. Every mother should bring her daughter to this affair and show her these business women of the race the business women of the race work. Besides spending a delightful evening, at beautiful Manhattan Casino you will be adding one of the most deserving charities in New York City, the Sojourner Truth Home for Girls, located at 15 West 131st street, and help the Utopia Neighborhood Club to care for desistant families during the coming winter. Admission 35 cents. BEAUX-ARTS CLUB ELECT OFFICERS : The Beaux-Arts Club on last Wednesday night held its election of officers for the ensuing year at the Muse School Settlement, 4 West 131st street. Owing to the lateness of the hour the date for the outing was not decided upon, but will be taken up on Wednesday evening, the 11th. The following members will be the officers of the club for the ensuing year: A. G. Shaw, president; H. Maude Turner, vice-president; Gertrude Anderson, secretary; Alma Manson, financial secretary; Harriet H. Mills, treasurer; Alvin Moses, chairman of Literary Research; Frank Turner, Jr., chairman of Debating; Rose Brooks, chairman of Current Events; Marie Foster, society editor; Pawrence Hinton, critic. The installation of the officers will take place in the early fall. REAL ESTATE MAN FOR FAIR PLAY. Warren Smadbeck, a prominent real estate man, has sent the following letter to the editor of the New York Evening Journal: The disgraceful proceedings of the instigators and participants in the race riot in Eats St. Louis' which have resulted in the deaths of many Negroes is one of the features of our Democracy which brings a blush of shame to the cheek of every real American. We cannot consistently condemn the oppression to which the people of many European nations are subjected when there exists within our own borders so little regard for the Freedom and Equality of our own subjects. Only recently in pointout out the reasons why so many Negroes are leaving the South to claim residences in the North. Fred Moore, editor of THE New York AGE, the prominent Negro organ, pointed out that in the North the Negro finds a haven which is denied him in the South. "There is no race friction in the North," he said, "and the white people in the South cannot expect the black people to respect them because they are always drawing the color line." "We have never taught our children to hate the white man's children in the South are taught in his own home to hate not only the Negro, but the Northern white man who wants to give the Negro a square deal." It is high time that our Government recognize the inequalities which have been meted out to the Negro. One of the best methods of accomplishing this will be to place the Negro on a basis where he is not disfranchised on account of his color. Give him the same power as the white man to vote for his convictions and he will soon prove that he is as capable and as energetic an American as many who occupy high places from which they would be debarred were the accident of birth to leave them with a black, instead of a white sin. Yours for fair play to the American Negro. WARREN SMADBECK. WASHINGTON MEMORIAL MISSION The Rev. R. F. Benjamin preached to two appreciative congregations last Sunday in the absence of the pastor. The Sunday School held an interesting session at 1 p. m. Dr. Lawton will occupy the pulpit at both services on Sunday. 11 a. m., subject, "Self-Denial." 8. p. m., "The Flag and the Cross." The public is cordially invited to attend these services. MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH The Rev. William P. Hayes, the pastor, filled the pulpit at both services last Sunday, and preached to large and enthusiastic audiences. The morning discourse on "Waiting for the Vision," was so well received by the congregation that it was voted published at - the expense of the church. After the sermon four persons received the rite of baptism. In the evening, after a brief practical talk by the pastor, the Lord's Supper was administered to fully eight hundred persons. The hand of fellowship was extended to thirteen new members. The offering for the day amounted to $257.57. Madam E. Azalia Hackley is working hard to bring success to the pageant that is to be held in Mount Olivet Thursday night, the 12th inst. ST. JAMES' CHURCH. ST. JAMES CHURCH. Much interest is developing among the young people of the church in the annual picnic July 13. The services were well attended by last Sunday. Dr. Hyder attended a morning service on "The Relation of the church to the Needs of the Community." One person was united with the church. The committee on aid reported several needy families aided by the church during the week. The Brotherhood held an interesting meeting at 4 o'clock, the principal address being made by Mr. Bridges. The midsummer rally will take place on the last Sunday of July. The pastor is devoting the month of July, to administering the communion to the aged and sick members of the church, who live in nearby towns and villages. The subject next Sunday morning will be "The East St. Louis Riot and Its Lessons." ST. PAUL'S BAPTIST CHURCH. Revival meetings have been in full swing all the past week, with the great evangelist, Prophet Andrew Jones, preaching each night. Great and deeply interested crowds have been flocking to the church. The Prophet preached both morning and evening Sunday last and at both services there were additions made to the church. At the evening services a number came forward, some to seek salvation and others to unite with the church. Others expressed their desire and determination to join other churches. These meetings continue through the present week with the Prophet preaching every night. The pastor preached in the afternoon on "The Progressive Life." Many grammar school graduates were present with their parents and friends. MOTHER ZION CHURCH Dr. Brown preached morning and evening last Sunday. At 3:30 p. m. holy communion was observed with sermon by the Rev. F. N. Allen. Eight persons joined the church during the day. At 2 p. m. annual election of officers of the Sunday school; 'A. A. Rives, superintendent; L. H. Mayo, Mrs. Adele Williams, Miss Adena Z. Kelly, assistants; Wm. H. Dyer, secretary; Miss Alma Rives, enrollment secretary; C. W. Thomas, treasurer; LeRoy Daniels, librarian; Prof. H. Lawrence Freeman, chorister and pianist. At the close of the session a beautiful banner was presented to the school by the teachers through Mrs. Flossie Dyer. Next Sunday morning public installation of the officers of the Sunday school will take place. Next Sunday evening Prof. Aggrey of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. C., will preach. FIRST EMMANUEL CHURCH. On Sunday morning, the pastor, the Rev. R. M. Bolden, preached from St. Luke xxi, 36: "Watch ye, therefore, and pray always, that ye may be accounted worthy to escape all these things that shall come to pass, and to stand before the Son of Man." This service was largely attended. Many visitors were present. The choir was out in full force, and rendered excellent music. An anthem was also sung by the junior choir. A certificate of membership was given to Henry Holloway. The Sunday School was also well attended. Supt./ Hogans conducted the opening exercises and also the review. Plans are being arranged for the Sunday school picnic. At 4 p.m. the Literary Society had a very interesting program as follows: Recitation, Miss Maggie Johnson; vocal duet, Misses Dorothy, Small and Evelyn Davis; recitation, Mrs. Bessie Robinson; closing remarks, by the pastor. Miss Edna Horah had charge of the program and Wm. Townsend acted as critic. At the 8 o'clock service, the Rev. Wm. H. Hogans spoke from St. Matthew vx. 8. The dinner during the day was served by the members of the Literary Society, and Mrs. Lillian Tuker presented $5.21 to the trustees. Mrs. Rebecca Ridley also gave to the trustees $11 from the recent entertainment given by members of the evening school. Next Sunday, July 15, the holy communion will be served at both the morning and evening services. Brooklyn. Mrs. J. B. Kent of Bridgeport, Conn., attended the communion service at the Concord Baptist Church. Miss Mabel Goode, niece of Mrs. Mary M. Taylor, passed through the city recently en route to West Hampton, N. Y. Ray Waller, son of Dr. O. M. Waller, has secured an appointment as veterinary surgeon in one of the cavalry regiments of regulars. Mr. and Mrs. Simeon M. Blanks and their two daughters, left the city Saturday for a brief vacation with relatives at Milford, Conn. Mr. and Mrs. Walter K. Taylor of 492 Myrtle avenue, are the happy parents of a fine baby boy, one week old. Little Samuel is the third son born to Mr. and Mrs. Taylor. Don't forget to attend the picnic given by the Paramount Club at the church Thursday evening, July 12, 1817, at Celosium Park, Ridgway, N. V. Admission 26c.—Adv. Mrs. R. P. Hamlin, of Washington, is visiting her sister and family, Mrs. and Mrs. J. S. Parson, of 433 Madison street. Mrs. Anna Thomas of 490 Elton St., who has been seriously ill for the past two months, has recovered sufficiently to take short walks. The Liberty Auxiliary of the Brooklyn Chapter of the Red Cross held a meeting on Tuesday evening at the headquarters on Harrison avenue. This organization under the leadership of Mrs. Henry T. Mars, president, is actively engaged in making and filling comfort bags for the Brooklyn Battalion of the 15th Regiment, N. G. Services at the Concord Baptist Church last Sunday were well attended. The Rev. Dr. W. M. Moss preached two stirring sermons. His text for the evening was Judge vi. 34. The sermon was in keeping with the condition of the times and the pastor walked the mountain top in scoring slackers in the nation, home, church and state. Dr. Moss paid a glowing tribute to the men of the race who have fought in all the wars of this country, from Bunker Hilt to Mexico. Dr. E. R. D. Mann of the senior hospital staff, who is a member and an official of the Greenwood Baptist Church, also spoke briefly. The collection for the day was $138. CHADWICK-COCHRANE. Miss Sayde J. Cochrane and A. F. Chadwick Jr., were married Saturday evening, June 30, at 544 Summer ave., Brooklyn, N. Y., the residence of Mrs. Phobe Starks, with whom the bride made her home for some time. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. George F. Miller. Mr. and Mrs. Chadwick left at midnight for Scranton, Pa., their future home. FLEET STREET CHURCH FLEET STREET CHURCH. Services were well attended on Sunday at. Fleet Street Memorial First A. M. E. Zion Church, Brooklyn. The pastor preached a stirring sermon at 10.45 and again at 7.45 on the subject of "Excuse." The Sunday school at 2 p. m. under Supt. Frank Ray, held an interesting session. The school room was filled to overflowing, many of the classes assembled in the church gallery for the study period. The reception for the superintendent will be held on Wednesday evening, July 11. The "Busy Bee" club met on Saturday evening, at which time Mr. Ray entertained the members. The club had as their guests for the evening Bishop W. L. Lee and Dr. P. A. Wallace. Bishop Lee enrolled as a member of the club. Many applications were referred to the investigating committee for membership. A members meeting will be held on Monday evening, July 16. HELP WANTED. CHAUFFEUR AND COOK. — Small private family always employing colored help, desires services of clean, cheerful, competent man and woman, funniture and competent houseman: wife as cook and laundress. Permanent position, considerate treatment. Wages $50 per month. Cal or Chicago Barber, Darrell, 140 Pelham Road, New Rochelle. BARBER wanted at Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Work with White. Apply White's Barber Shop, 46 Congress street, Saratoga Springs, N. Y. FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET 131ST ST. 270 W.—4 beautiful., large light rooms, bath, hot water supply. Very desirable section. 133D ST. . 9 W.—2 beautiful light rooms, bath, hot water supply. FLATS AND APARTMENTS TO LET BARGAIN.—For select colored people. 8-room, all improvements, on lot 100x10. Commuting distance, Long Island. Address, W. A. D. Age Office. 418 W. 52nd STREET—Apartments of three rooms, hot and cold water, select people. Inquire Janiter on premises. HELP WANTED-FEMALE Earn $3.00 to $5.00 a day or evening at home in spare time. Learn Artistic Hairdressing, Hair Straightening, Manicuring, Message, Scalp Treatment. How to Manufacture Different Kinds of Hair Goods. How to Cultivate and Grow Hair. How to Make Teller Preparations, etc. Mme. De Carroll, an old experienced hairdresser and beauty culturist, will teach you these courses in her Blue Book. A quick, easy, simple method and perfect work with this system you can start at once to earn money among your friends. If you are desired of earning more money and becoming independent, here is your opportunity. The price of those complete courses are only $2.00. Send a money order to the IDEAL CO., Box 70, Statien G, N. Y. City. LIVE HERE! WORK ANYWHERE! At the Station and Trolley lines, improved property, refined neighborhood, Yonkers City lots. 5 cent trolley, 12 minutes to subway. Railroad men commute free. Schools, Churches, Sidewalks, Gas, Electric light, Water. Lots $300 up; $10 down and $5 monthly. Loans arranged to build. Write or phone, Bryant 2729. H. Southgate, 11 W. 45th Street, 8th floor.—jun7-4talt. IN MEMORIAM In sad, but leaving, remembrance of my dear wife, Mrs. H. Louise Queen, who departed this life on Wednesday, July 6, 1916, in Reoystown, N. J. On July 6th, a year ago, Ged called a weary soul home; Fend hearts with sorrow were torn. She told us not to weep and mourn, and said: "God's angels are calling me: Farewell I'm going home." Her husband, JAMES H. QUEEN, 45 West 66th St., N.Y. City FOR SALE. A wonderful powder for the odor, purification and sweaty feet. Please write to M. L. Bailey, 1958 Dean street, Brooklyn, Price, 26 cents. ENGAGED. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. H. West, of 610 Halley street, Oyster City, N.J. He engagement of their youngest daughter, Oile M. West, to Mr. Chaster A. Garden, of Jersey City, N. J. Mrs. F. Mondon formily of Troy, N. Y., new of 323 West 40th St., N.Y. City wishes to announce the engagement of her daughter Josephine St. Clair Mondon to Mr. Roland A. Fairlaugh of Jamaica, B. W. I. Marriage to take place in near future. BROOKLYN FURNISHED ROOM TO LET PUTNAM AVE., 62—Nearly furnished rooms, all conveniences, convenient all cars and subway. Mrs. Effie Dark. May 24-3m.e. FLATS AND APARTMENTSTO LET 47TH ST., 250 W.—Apartment of 3 rooms, improvements, hot water, rent moden ate. Apply Janitor. Jul. 4-2t. TELEPHONE HARLEM 2876 OPEN DAY AND NIGHT 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 ABISSIAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 343-66 West 46th St., between 7th and 8th Aves. Sunday Service—11 a. m. and 7.30 p. m. at Holy Communion every first Sunday School, 1.30 a. m. and 7.90 p. m. Sunday School, prayer meeting, 5 a. m. Tuesday, 8 p. m.—Missouriary Society, prayer and praise service. Thursday, 8 p. m.—B. Y. P. U. musical and literary program. Friday, 4 p. m.—Highway and Hedges Society, 8 p. m., general prayer meeting. Rev. A. Clayton Powell, D. D., pastor; residence, 846 W. 40th street, phone, Bryant, 745. MT. QLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 159-161 West 53rd Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues. Rev. Wm. P. Hayes, D. D., pastor. Preaching Services every Sunday at 11 a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Sunday School at 2:30 p.m., Sundays. B. Y. P. I. meets every Sunday at 5:30 p.m. E.Y. P. U. Literary meets every Wednesday at 8 p.m. The Weekly Prayer Meeting on Friday evening at 8 p.m. Church Aid Society, second Monday evening in every month. Borcas Missionary Society meets every first Tuesday night. Visitors are made welcome. Telephone, Columbus 5504. MOTHER A. W. B: KION CHURCH 181-183 W. 183th St. Rev. J. W. Brown paster, 110 West 183th street. Sunday service—11 a.m. and 7.65 p. m. Holy Day service—11 a.m. and 7.65 p. m. p: Sunday Morning Class—12-18 p. sunday school at 1 p. m. Varik Christian Endowment. 6.90 Weekly Meetings Class Meetings every Tuesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p. Friday evening. SEATS FREE. PUBLIC INVITED. Sunday School at 1:30 P.M. Dr. A. A. Crooke, Pastor, residence 583 Leeg's Avenue. T. B. Smith, Church Clerk, 120 West 196th Street. All are cordially welcome. ST. MARK'S METHODIST EPISCO-PAL CHURCH, 53rd Street, near Eighth Avenue, New York City. Pastor, William H. Brooks, D.D. Residence, 316 West 53rd Street. Preaching, 11 a.m. and 7:46 p.m. Prayer Meetings, Friday evening at 8:30 and Sunday morning at 6 o'clock. Sunday School at 2 p.m. Lyceum, Sunday, at 4 p.m.: Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. Epworth League, Sunday, at 6:30 p.m. Junior League. Friday, at 4 p.m. Classes Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 8:30 and Sunday at 1 p.m. Holy Communion, second Sunday evening in each month. Welcome to all. SALEM METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 162-4 West 133d Street, the Rev. Frederick Asbury Cullen, pastor, preaching at 11 a.m. and 45 p.m., Sunnywood, New York, 162-4 p.m., 2:30 p.m., L.S. Perty, superintendent. Men's Bible Class, 2:30-4 p.m., D.N. Thompson, instructor, Lyceum, 4 p.m., Sunday, 8:30 p.m., Plurdays, George W Allen, president, Episcopal Church, 6 p.m., Sunday, S.P. Perry, President, Classes, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, and at 1 p.m. Sundays. Prayer meeting, Frilight, Church School, every Tuesday night. James Colins president, Holy Common, first Sunday in each month. All are welcome. NEWMAN MEMORIAL M. E. CHURCH—Herkimer street near Schenectady avenue, Brooklyn, N.Y. Rev. J. N. Fridgeman, S. T. B., pastor. Sunday—Preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday School, 2:30 p.m. to the same day, p.m. to the same month at Sunday at 8 p.m. Monday—Literary, 8:20 p.m. Tuesday—Class, 8:30 p.m. Wednesday—Junior Leargue, 4 p.m. Friday—Junior Choir, 4 p.m. to Prayer meeting 8:30 p.m. ST. DAVID'S CHURCH, 334 East 160th Street, New York. Rev. Edward George G. St. R. Rev. 312, East 15th St. Sunday Services. All Seats. Frie. 11 a.m. to the same day, p.m. to the same morning. Sunday School, 2:30 p.m.; 8 p.m., evening service. A cordial welcome to all. ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59-61 West 137th street, New York City. Rev Frank M. Hyder, D.D., pastor. Serv- tory follows: 11 a.m., sermon; 1 p.m., Sun- day School; 4 p.m., Brotherhood; 7 p.m. Endearment; 8 p.m., sermon. WEDNESDAY: 8 p.m., prayer service. WEDNESDAY: 4 p.m. Junior Endearment. FRIDAY, 8.30 p.m. industrial and art classes. Friday, 8 p. industrial and art classes. Monday, 8 p. Communion of the Lord's Supper. 8 p.m., the first Sunday of each month. Visitors and strangers are urged to at- tend. Manne. Manne. West 137th street; telephone. 8661 1704. Church office phone. Harlem 6661 Dr. Frank L. Chambers Hall or rent for all occasions Apply United Civic League, Inc 184 W. 135th St. 4-264 Help wanted, all-nationalities; cooks laudresses, general houseworkers, waitresses and laborers. MRS. H. BAILEY, 172 Belmont Ave., Long Branch, N. J. 5-17-2mo Webb Draper Agency Announces the opening of their registration books for the Spring and Summer positions. Best positions in and out town for suitable well recommended servants. Male and female. Chefs, Cookes, Chambermaids, Waltresses and for all positions. Register now. Phone 110 Mad., Sq. Colored Men Attention! YOU ARE INVITED TO CALL ON DR. BRYAN 333 EAST 17TH ST. NEAR 2ND AVE. N. Y. CITY Quick and lasting cures. Office open day and evening. Sunday mornings. Medline furnished. All secret and rare diseases of men—specialty—10 years. CHRONIC DISEASES of the stomach, heart, blood, skin, lungs, spleen, kidneys, urinary organs and private parts. DEBUT DEPARTURE NERVOUS DEBILITY, unfitness for marriage, and errors of youth, cured by my improved treatment. LDL DR. BRYAN Specialist. Treat ME. Meet ONLY this advertement and give my address to your friend who suffers. IF U DONT C CONSULT DR. KAPLAN THE EYESIGHT SPECIALIST RELIABLE AND REASONABLE EYES EXAMINED FREE 531 LENOX AVE. OPPOSITE HARLEM MOSPITAL BUREAU (Mrs.) Amy Foster, Proprietor, 2 Pearl St., Paterson, N. J., Phone 306- Male and Female help wanted at ocea General Houseworkers, Cooks, Lau- dresses, Chambermaids and Waitresses Wages from $18 to $40 per month Write for full particulars. mar8-4t WALTER F. CRAIG 483 HANCOCK ST. BROADLYN PHONE 6226 BEDFORD . DENTISTS DR. CHAS. H. ROBERTS DR. BENJ. T. WITHERS DENTIST 347 LENOX AVENUE Phone Morn. 5555 Near 127th St. LAWYERS Phone ... Beckman WILFORD H. SMITH LAWYER 150 MASSAU ST. NEW YORK dec. 30 km. ROOMS, 986-7 TAKERS OPEN DAY AND NIGHT THOMAS and EMBALMER to Let for All purposes. ENDANT. lenox Ave. New York City COACHES TO HIRE CAMP CHAIRS TO LET NOTARY PUBLIC W. DAVID BROWN HIGH GRADE LICENSED UNDERTAKER & EMBALMER MAIN PARLOR AND CHAPEL 146 West Fifty-Third Street (Bot. 6th and 7th Avenue) TELEPHONE 3034 COLUMBUS LONG ROOMS TO LET AT REASONABLE RATE HARLEM PARLOR AND CHAPEL 2313 Seventh Avenue (Bot. 135th and 136th Streets) TELEPHONE 1535 MORNINGNIDE UBSCRIBE TO THE AGE $1.50 A YEAR IN ADVANCE