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Services Rendered In Segregation Fight Brought Up By Advancement Association. Seventh Annual Conference of Association Held to New York December 27th to 30th — Prepaganda Condensed Having for Its Purpose the Spreading of Race Prejudice Throughout the World. The following resolutions were adopted at the closing session of the mid-winter conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held at Palace Casino, Madison avenue and 135th street, Sunday afternoon: This seventh annual conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People assembled in the City of New York, in the first year of the entrance of the United States into the world war, hereby places on record its loyalty to the Government, and its sympathy with the declared democrats, alms which have invested the nation. While the respected people of the country, are greatly limited in their justices, the respected people of the nation, are a division of democratic equality in the nation, they have no purpose or ambition that is not consistent with their loyalty to the nation and with the most vigorous prosecution of the war to a victorious conclusion. The conference hereby expresses to the President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the Honorable Moorfield Storey, its gratitude for the sible and unselfish service rendered by the members and the cause of justice in general, in securing a legal triumph over residential segregation in the recent decision of the Supreme Court of the United States holding the segregation ordinance of the City of Louisville and thereby annulling similar ordinances in Baltimore, Richmond, St Louis, and other southern cities. The conference submits to the friends of the colored people and the public generally that the action of the National Administration in appointment of 687 Negro officers in the highest commendation, and is a splendid recognition of the loyalty of the colored people to the nation in every period of its history, including this crucial one upon which now entered. It cannot be doubted that the officer will the last full measure of devotion vindicate the confidence reposed in them. We hereby express our horror and condemnation of the East St Louis massacre, and we give voice to the hope that organized labor will not reference to the attitude with reference to the affair, to the opposition to the desire of the colored people who are seeking to better their social and economic condition. While we submit with loyality all authority, both civil and military, and not truing times, when private opinion denies place to the public good, yet we hereby place on record the painful impression which the execution of soldiers of the Twenty-fourth Inventory by hanging and without a recollection of findings of the court martial findings, then by the highest military authority, has left upon our minds. We also record our condemnation of all propaganda having for its purpose the spreading throughout the earth of the earth race prejudice. If the world really to make the world safe for its race should result in increasing race prejudice in the earth, but in lessening it, and finally extinguishing it The seventh annual conference of the Association was one of the most successful ever held and delegates were present from many sections of the country. The first session was held Thursday of last week at the Fifteenth Inventory Armory, corner of Seventh avenue and 132nd street. Mass Mary White acting chairman of the Board of Directors, presiding. The report. The report. the reports of Major Joel E. R. Sping- (Continued on Bjnft Page) One man was burned by fire and a woman and two other men painfully injured by jumping from the windows of the three-story house at No. 148 West 133rd street and No. 148 West 133rd street Tuesday. The fire, which did damage estimated at $10,000, is believed to have been caused by an overheated furnace. Because of the thickly populated section and the fear of the firemen that the fames might be broken, the second alarm was turned in by Deputy Chief King, while the police roped off the block and ordered the occupants of the houses east and west of the burning building into the street. The fire was discovered only when there were fifteen colored people in the house. Mrs. Laura Walls, who conducts the house, said that about 7 o'clock she went to the cellar to start the futnace, returning to her room on the third floor. In a few minutes the fames were eating their way up through the house and that she did the room to room from door to door calling to the lodgera to get out as best they could. Mrs. Walls received a fractured leg when she jumped from the rear window on the third floor, while Jasper Feder, 39 years old, had his right leg broken by jumping from the 28th floor to the 29th floor, suffered a fractured leg and inflicted injuries by jumping from window on the roof of the second floor. All of the others, with the exception of one man, who has not been inflicted, are believed to have escaped. After the fire was out firemen found the body of a man about thirty years old of the man in the man's consciousness and was burned to death while trying to make his way to a window. All of the injured were removed to the Intensive Hospital. MADE A DEPUTY OF INTERNAL REVENUE Mr. Clark is assigned to the Recti- GEORGE WILBUR CLARK flying Division, where he issues stamps to liquor dealers, and already has made himself popular with the merchants of the district because of his courteous manner and willingness to serve them at all times. Collector Edwards is affectionately known throughout the country as "Big Bill" Edwards, and the former Princeton football star is generally regarded as a real American who believes in giving all a square deal, regardless of race, creed or color. Young Mr Clark is the first Negro to be appointed to a deputy ship in any of the revenue districts of New York since the Democratic party amused to power a state at Washington. Mr Clark is a native of New York City and attended the Stuyvesant High School. He resides with his widowed mother and three brothers, and as a member of the Abissman Baptist Church RED CROSS HAS BLACK (Special to THE NEW YORK ACK) BIRMINGHAM, ALA - The Christmas Membership Committee of the Red Cross in Alabama, Louisiana in an appraisal of the white and colored citizens for funds. The pamphlets are the same size, but on one is printed "An Appeal to the Colored Citizens of Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi," with the imprint of a black cross. "An Appeal of the American Red Cross to America," with the imprint of a red cross is on the pamphlet intended for white people. Members of this committee which believes in "Jim Crowism" in the Red Cross are in Jim Crowism in the Louisiana, charismatic, Jim Leppe, executive retainty, Tyler Goodwyn, Alabama, Robert Jemson, Jr. Alabama; Judie E. H. Randolph, Louisiana; T. F. Davis, Mississippi, Brad B. Lampton, Mississippi. The member of the committee deserving of a prize for the work presented to the public. STEPPING FORWARD 1918 OPPORTUNITIES NEW FREEDOM SCRAPS OF POPER LABOR INDUSTRIES UNCONSTITUTIONAL STATE LAWS Russell MAKE APPEAL FOR AID (Special to THE NEW YORK ACE) Halifax, N. S.—The colored people of Halifax lost life and property in the big explosion which wrecked the town December 6. The property of the Cornwallis Street Baptist Church, the Rev Moses R. Purpure, pastor, was destroyed and the following appeal for financial aid has been made to the pastors of churches in Boston, New York, Baltimore and throughout Virginia. Dear Sir and Brother The Cornwallis Street Baptist Church, the church of your colored brethren, along with the other churches of the city suffered severely by the great explosion at Halifax on December 6. The white Baptists of Halifax are appealing to their brethren in Canada and the United States to care to carry out their current demands until they regain their strength, and the appeal is meeting with a hearty response. We appeal to your church a contribution large or small will be greatly appreciated—do not fall to send us a contribution because it is small. Every colored Baptist family has been or has seriously affected by the disaster. The church property which had just been freed from debt and beautifully decorated is wrecked and it will take $,000 or $,000 to put it in repair. The Cornwallis Street Baptist Church established in 1832 in the Mother Church of the African Baptist Association in the state of some 7,000 Baptists throughout the Province, and should its work be handled between now and such time as whole or partial restitution is made, it will result in a great hardship to the Colored Baptist Cause. Please send your constitution to Mr. Jas A. B. Kirkner, clerk, 42 Kinks Place, Halifax, N. D. Do not fall in our time of need. Yourself will by. MOSES B. P. DRYEAR. Pastor of the Cornwallis Street Baptist Church. The white Baptists of Halifax are making a similar appeal to white conglomerate country. PRESIDENT FORBIDS EXECUTION AT HOME (Special to The New York Am.) Washington, D. C.—President Wilson has issued an executive order that no more American soldiers are to be executed before the sentences of the court marrials have been reviewed in Washington. Heretofore this has not been necessary in war time. It is said that the Chief Executive of the Nation was greatly moved by the execution of the thirteen members of the Twenty-fourth Infantry some weeks ago, and was prompted to issue the new order after reviewing the hanging of the colored troopers. At the time it was officially unveiled out that the thirteen soldiers had met death on the gallows it was also announced that the officials at Washington were greatly surprised to learn of the executions. This new order does not affect the soldiers abroad under General Pershing. The American commander abroad can put soldiers to death when found guilty of a crime without referring the matter to Washington CANADIAN NEGRO WINS MILITARY CROSS (From: Teen, New York, USA.) (Special to THE NEW YORK AUCTION) SAINT CATHARINES, ONT.—The first Negro soldier in the Canadian army to win the military cross is James (grant of this city), known to all as General. He went overseas with the 49th battery, made up of Saint Catharines natives soldiers entirely. They made General Grant their mascot He, with John Miller of this city, took a gun through a dangerous place being heavily shelled by the Germans. The military cross was given to Grant. Only one man could have the honor and Grant's white comrades magnanimously gave up their own claims. It looked like certain death for Grant and Miller when they took the gun through EXTRA! MORE MEMBERS OF THE 24TH TO BE EXECUTED Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Tex.-Five Negroes of the 24th United States Infantry were sentenced to be hanged in the second Houston riot court-martial, findings of which were announced Wednesday. Carrying out of the penalty will await the ratification of the President. The men sentenced are Privates Babe, Collier, Thomas McDonald, James Robinson, Joseph Smith and Albert D. Wrightall. All the men are of Company Nearly two hundred men and women paid tribute to Assembly-man-elect E. A. Johnson of the Nineteenth Assembly District at a banquet given in his honor Wed- Assemblyman E. A. JOHNSON nnesday evening, December 26, at St. Mark's Hall in West 138th street. The banquet was given under the auspices of the United Civic League, and it was nearly two o'clock when the speechmaking was brought to a close. The speakers were Introduced by John M. Royall. The following responses to toast: Welcome and敬谢: James T. Thomas Jr.; "Voice in Government"; C. W. McDougal; "Human Rights"; Dr. W. E. B DuBois; "Political Justice"; the Bou迪ois C Ransom; "Industrial Freedom"; George Cannon; Cuy City; "Organization"; James Weldon Johnson; "Goodfellowship in Politics"; James D. Carr; "The Empire State"; Charles W. Anderson; Judge John R. Davies, who has rendered favorable decisions in discrimin- ation cases bought by Negroes, and assured the guest of honor that their districts were as proud of him as the members of his own race. In his response Assemblyman-elect Johnson assured all that he greatly appreciated their support and words of advice and made the promise to serve all alike. William E Gross served as caterer E A Johnson, the first Negro to be elected a member of the New York Legislature, went to Albany Tuesday and was sworn in. It is reported that he is to be given at least one important committee assignment. WILLIAMSBRIDGE CIVIC LEAGUE XMAS SERVICES The Christmas services of the Williamsbridge Civic League held at Guild Hall, 719 E. 217th street, was well attended. The sermon was delivered by the Rev. Richard Andrew Bolden, pastor of Butler Memorial M. E. Church. The officers of the Williamsbridge Civic League are: James W. Randolph, president; Charles C. Allison, vice-president; Thomas L. Brown, secretary; Thomas A. Berry, assistant secretary; Benjamin B. Brown, treasurer; James H. Wilson, sergeant-at-arms, the Rev Richard Andrew Bolden, chaplain Members of the league are M E Agard C C Allison, J A Anderson, J C Anderson, W F Anderson, F Barton, W Bassett, B F Brown, T L Brown, Luther Brown, G Burkley, W Burkley, C Burroughs, S J Battle, T A Berry, R L Bragg, Rev R. A Bolden, J D. Boyd, Wm H. Christian, S F Coleman, C Claiborne, N W. Dixon, G W Ecles, J B. Ford, J T Floyd, W E. Fields, J H. Fields, E Griffin, J H. Hill, F D. Hawley, C H. Harrison, J H. Hawkes, W H. Hunter, C Harris, L Harper, Rev B T Harvey, R M. Haden, R L. Johnson, R B Johnson, C B. Johnson, J Johnson, L Johnson, P. Johnson, S P Jones, L J. Jenkins, J C Lord, J B. Lewis, M McLaughlin, R Moore, M Manigaut, N Mitchell, N J. Mitchell, Fred Miller, Adolph Peterson, A D Pendleton, B F Poole, E E. Pettis, J W Randolph D. P. Roberts, Jessie Ricks, W A. Smith, T Scott, M S. M Snowden, M W Snowden, W J. Stevenson, W A Tate Reuben Uphar, Jr, J H. Williams, W Williams, L. Williams, J R. Williams G Watkins, L B. Wormley, W H. Wiley, J W. Wells, W H. Whitty, A W In the course of a sermon on "The Queen of Sheba," which the Rev. W. Spencer Carpenter, pastor of Bridge St. A, M. B. Church, Brooklyn, preached Sunday evening, he said: "For many years my race has rolled and prayed. In the face of infamous butchery, Germanized treachery and the hell of race prejudice we still survive. A few months ago when we between this country and Germany began, no safe person could doubt our loyalty to our flag nor can doubt it now. From the beginning of American history my race has been finched in the time of crises, this nation and those who could pull down to flag. When the draft was we responded like men and in the training camps of the nation we are preparing with the white youth to offer our bodies as bullet stoppers on the battlefields of France. But this sermon will allow us to do our duty because American zen is open to willingly fighting. Negro police Southern oligarchy now in the saddle and riding like mad on a political steed which by training and ability it seems to be unable to control. "Since the war began a Negro officer not only has been stripped of his uniform in a Southern State, but to save his life, he sneaked off his horse to a penal colony. For having qualified to lead said of his race into the shot and shell of German guns Personally, I condemn that officer for seeking to appease the wounded pride of those dignitaries whose boasted chivalry was displayed in denying the riot of officers of his country. I am only a man; I have worn the uniform of this country as a soldier, and if it were that to-day I wore that uniform again, God helping me, I'd want it. And if it had to be that some Southern mob strip it from me, some of that mob was along with me in a place where the transportation is over roads built by no human hands. "And when, a few months ago, in an hour of delirium brought on by jeers, sneers, provocation after provocations, and finally brutality on the part of civil officers of the law, men of the Twenty-fourth Infantry took the law into their own hands and harmed them, and did they kill them? Did they follow the examples of black men or did they follow those who, in the past fifty years have lynched, burned alive and shot down like beasts over 3,000 Negroes? I do not apologize for the actions of those men. I regret that the condition existed which caused those soldiers to act as they did. But with all of that I insist that if the white South has not yet learned that the Negroes were fifty years ago, it had better learn that fact soon. I believe that the lynching of Negroes will stop in this country only when the Negroes themselves stop it. Saya Negro Is Not Beaten Into Sub- mission. "At the request of the Gileonites, and to appease their desire for the blood of the kin of Saul, David perMITED them to hang on the gallows, seven of Saul's sons. Two of those youths were the sons of Ripah. And as her sons hung by their necks, just outside the stacks of vultures, Ripah sat nearby and night and day protected their dead bodies: from the fury of every bird of prey. The recent leagl Houstan hanging of fourteen Negroes, pales David's act into insignificance. But it satisfies the South's demands—a South which heretofore hung in black victims in the presence of the mourning at the gallows upon which our men were secretly hung without chance to appeal for clementy. Are we cast down? Yes. Are we laid mayed? Yes, because our past records as soldiers seem to avail nothing wher e the satisfaction of a rude ing South is concerned. But we are not beaten into submission of the fife foresight is rare. Make Witness If your hair is short, thin, falling out or breaking off, you should not delay, but write at once for wrote at any price, black man of all races, the past. In his houses are black men who do not look like white but who do not run from a dale when a fight seems inevitable, and when the day reaches them that they must sell their lives in defence of their honor or their women, it will not be a bargain-counter sale." On October 12, Private Jerry Ward, a Negro sentinel of the District of Columbia troopa killed a white man in an army camp. The circumstances leading to the killing I do not know, but I read a few days ago that Ward was dismissed from the service and sent to three years hard prisonation. This was the sentence a man must receive and according to the sentence was disapproved as immediate by General E. D. Hoyle, commanding the Eastern Department. What General Hoyle wanted done to private Ward he does not state. Perhana he wanted a scaffold built and, was recreation for those in Congress who oppose black soldiers, stage a military hanging in Washington. And recently I read that a base hospital was being planned for Negroes alone in France. And also that a prominent Negro surgeon would be selected to command in that. Jim Clow hospital in a country which knows all men as men regardless of the color of their skins. Who this prominent Negro surgeon will be the report does not say and I do not care. But one thig is certain—when Judas Iacariot betrayed his Christ tor a few pieces of silver, his kin was perpetuated. In Thursday's New York World I read that 1,000 white stone masons were to be drafted for work in France 70,000 of us in training for war in France, but only white men can work for the government as bricklayers in France. And now the country is aflame because of the President's proclamation bringing the railroads under Government control. What will be the Government's attitude concerning the Jim-Crow railroad laws in force in all the Southern States? Under government control will a black man be given the right to travel according to the purchase-price of his ticket from New York to Florida, or will he be forced to Jim-Crow as usual? Will this government act as silently on this matter as it has atted for years on the disfranchisement of my race in the South, and its failure, so far, to bring to justice the white policemen whose Hun-like brutality incited the Houston riot for which thirteen of our soldiers were executed? "God reigns. In his sight a thousand years are as one day God's day is in this war, and before this war will end, this Nation whose God is the dollar, will realize what Jesus meant when he declared, 'Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that deeth, the will of my Father which is in heaven.' Our country aims to make Democracy safe in this world. Then let us first make Democracy a fact and not a force at home. Were it to be that by our force of arms and wealth, peace were brought to the bruised and broken hearts of Europe, the coming of Universal Democracy will be delayed until under our flag which we love and for which we would die, the iron heel of oppression is taken from the necks of my race in America and the black man be given a square chance without facing mob-rule, burnings-alive, and 'Jim-Crowism' to sing his song as a citizen—as a man" $29,618 DISTRIBUTED TO SAVANNAH XMAS CLUBS (Special to THE NEW YORK ACK) Savannah, Ga.—The Christmas savings distributed last week to the members of the various clubs by the three colored banks here amounted to $29,618. The total membership in the various Christmas savings clubs was 2,600. The club composed of 1,500 members carried off honors by receiving $20,000 from the Wage Earners Savings Banks, the second largest club, composed of 750 members, had $7,118 to distribute from the Savannah Realty and Savings Corporation, while $2,500 was paid by the Mechanic Savings Bank to the club composed of 320 members LEARN THE "NU-LIFE" SY Use NU Hair Grower, 30c. per box by mail Cash or MME. ESTELLE'S 72 W. 133d Street If your hair is short, thin, should not delay, MMB, C. J. WALKER FOR TAKING PART IN RIOT (Special to The Navy Yankee) WASHINGTON, D. C. A four-year sentence was imposed on Serga Willis Watts, colored, of the 63d Motor, Truck Company, for participating in a riot at Shipley, Md. The military court martial found Watts guilty of attempting an assault on Arthur T. Stallings, a resident of Shipley, and conspiring with five others of the company to assault James W. Shea, and Hervey Cole, two other residents of the Maryland community. Sergt. John P. Holloway, was sentenced to three years at Fort Jay. The decision of the court-martial regarding the remainder of the soldiers has not been announced. The trouble at Shipley, is said to have been over racial differences, and the outcome was a number of the truck company officers entered the town recently and armed the citizens. Kurt battles the investigated by the military authorities under the direction of Major S. G. Talbott, the division inspector, who fixed the blame on the soldiers. Watts will be continued to the disciplinary barrack at Fort Jay, New York, where he will work as labor. He will forfeit his pay and as the conclusion of his sentence, he will be dishonorably discharged from the service. MANY MADE HAPPY AT UNION BAPTIST CHURCH For the past twelve years Christmas service at Union Baptist Church has been spent in looking after the poor children of the neighborhood and at this Christmas exceeded all others On Christmas Day a throng of children and all gathered at the church. The poor had been invited by a commission sent out by the pastor and others came to see the sight Miss Rosalie M Jones and the Rev. G H Sims were on the job to play the part of a real Santa Claus. The distributions were as follows: 617 pieces of clothing, 69 pairs of shoes, 100 basket with Christmas dinners, 180 story books, 200 toys of various description, 100 dolls, 150 pounds of candy, 1,408 oranges, 1,200 apples and 129 pairs of leggins. Pastor Sims received from the public $511 and other donations to make the occasion a big success. The Sunday School Children had their Christmas tree Thursday night. It was a joyous occasion for the little folks. Superintendent Johnson and his coworkers were complimented on the part they played. Over $3,021 has been spent on the poor children of Columbus Hill on Christmas through the personal effort of Dr Sims NEGRO EMPLOYEE HOLDS HIGHEST COMMISSION (Special to The New York Age.) Raleigh, N C — The State Department of Agriculture now has nine men from among the employees in the agriculture building here in the war service and has, therefore, a special flag in front of the main entrance, showing the nine stars on the white and red background. The Negro government has seen in building oddly enough holds the highest commission in the service, he having taken training and secured a commission as first lieutenant. MRS. KEMP ENTERTAINED (Special to Twin New York Acts.) Columbia, S C — Not since the visit of Mrs Booker T Washington to this city, several years ago, has a visitor received such courtesies as did Mrs Agnes L Kemp of Ashville, N C, formerly of Brooklyn, N Y, last week as the house guest of Mrs L J Rhodes, superintendent of the Good Samaritan Hospital From the time that Mrs Kemp arrived in the city to the hour she left she was the guest of honor at many of Columbia's first citizens, at card parties, noon lunches, receptions, lunches, theatre parties, suppers, dinners At Mrs Rhodes last Monday evening just before Mrs Kemp left the city the morning home she was the guest of honor at the reception tendered by Mrs Rhodes The invited guests to meet Mrs Kemp were men and women of the city's business and social walks of life Among those present were Mme G C Williams, E C Nelson R J Palmer, J R Carnwell, Ethel C Hines, Wilson, N C C C Rice, Bellenger, Ella P Rue, Misses Juha Mae Williams, Vida Thomas, Geneva Carnwell, Mary Ann Rice, Vivian L. Carnwell, Aline C Simkins, Thelma Lewis, A A Nelson C C Davis, C Daniels, J Lee Hatcher, Washington D C; Marguerite L. Rhodes, Lucy Lee Rhodes, Messrs J S Himphill, Richard B Lindsey, S C Scott, L M Daniels, M D. Swan W Rhodes, I SYSTEM OF HAIR CULTURE J-LIFE L. Full six weeks' treatment. $1.50. C. O. D. NU-LIFE" COLLEGE NEW YORK. falling out or breaking off, you 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 Lella College, 130-132 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 NEW YORKER Former Governor P. B. S. PINCHBACK Who extends the Compliments of the Team to his many friends through The Age. A Bellenger, William D Prince, Seymour Carroll, Dr C. E Stephenson and Secretaries Aiken and Outlaw of Camp Jackson "Y" Miss Geneva Carnwell sang a "Broker Dall," accompanied by Mr. Himmill and Miss Marguerite L. Rhodes, of the Department of Music of, Howard University, and her brother, Mr Rhodes, rendered a musical selection NORTH CAROLINA ATHLETES. (Special to The New York Acs.) Henderson, N. C.—The North Carolina Intercollegiate Athletic Association, one of the strongest Negro athletic associations in this country, has survived the war situation and will hold its sixth annual conference here with the Henderson Normal local association on January 18, 1918 tertained at dinner, Christ and Mrs Elisha Johnson. Miss Bettie Blue of Pit visiting her parents, Mr. and Blue, Sr. Miss Ethel Brown of W is the week-end guest of Mr Harrison The Rev O F Davis, w remembered by many of members as holding a pa Waverly, Pa. preached a sion on "Fruits of the Sp. v.22, Sunday morning. Those on the sick list Goldie Giles, Ms. Abi Nehilda Carter, Claude King, Sharper Misses Mary Bordere took in the Chora concert in Wilkes-Barre Fr. On Thursday afternoon to Home Circle west to the ho BIRTHDAY PARTY AT HARRISBURG A birthday party was given in honor of Mr. Felton and J. A. Smith, at the former's residence, 25 N Cameron street December 26th It happened that both anniversaries fell on the same date. In the afternoon Mr. Felton treated his guests to a motor trip to Chambersburg, Pa, where they were joined by the Messa Anderson. At 7:30 o'clock dinner was served. Dancing and whist followed. At 11 o'clock a buffet lunch was served. Among the guests were Dr. and Mrs. Carter, Mr and Mrs W C. Brown, Mrs. Johnson, C. White, Mrs. Myrle McDuffy, W. E. Holland and Master Willie Felton of Harrisburg, Miss Mae Anderson of Chambersburg, and Mr. J. A. Smith of Bath Beach, Brooklyn, N Y. SCRANTON PA Scranton, Pa.—Very beautiful were the exercises Christmas night at Bethel Church They reflected great credit upon the chairman, Miss Elsie Tinker A large and appreciative crowd witnessed them. Private George Blue of the 368th regiment, Camp Meade, Md., was a guest over Christmas of his parents and wife. A shirtwaist dance was given Christmas night by the ladies' auxiliary of the Citizens' Club at their hall Two prizes were given to the ladies wearing the funnest and neatest shirt waists They were won by Miss Elizabeth Ross and Mrs Ward Mr and Mrs. Herbert Dorsey entertained on Christmas, Mrs Catherine Nimmey and son, Mr and Peter Dorsey Mrs Johanna Hearn is visiting friends and relatives in Elmura Mr and Mrs Roland Harrison on STRAIGHTEN YOUR HAIR Not with hot irons. But do it with (Kink no-more) the greatest hair straightening preparation on earth. Stages work with it are the easiest kind of hair. 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When you need to press money onto a metal indguments offered to agents Write to day for special terms. Enclose 2 cent stamp for delivery. Address Dr. Pratt, F. Shelton, T. Prospect Ave, Abbey Park, N. J. tertained at dinner, Christmas, Mr. and Mrs. Elisa Johnson. Miss Bettle Blue of Pittaburg, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Blue, Sr Miss Eriel Brown of Wilkes-Barre is the week-end guest of Mrs. Roland Harrison The Rev O F Davis, who will be remembered by many of the older members as holding a pastorate at Waverly, Pa., preached a stirring, sermon on "Fruits of the Spirits," Gal. v.22, Sunday morning. Those on the sick list are, Mrs Goldie Gles, Mrs Abl Nelson, Mrs Hilda Carter, Claude King, Mrs Wm Sharper, Misses Mary Bell and Amy Dorset took in the School Society concert in Wilkes-Barre Friday night. On Thursday afternoon the Ladies Home Circle went to the home of Mrs. G. W Brown and pleasantly surprised Mrs Benjamin Taylor of Montrose, a guest of Mrs Brown and a member of the circle, with a beautiful cut glass dish Mrs F A. C. Crump enttauned at 6 o'clock dinner, Friday, Misses Edith Gill of-Pittston, Mary and Ruth Smith and Arthur Lester of Montclair, N J Chester Ward is in our city, quite lily Sunday, January 6, will be communion Sunday. Sacrament in the evening installation of officers will take place the annual sermon of Oriental Lodge, F & A. M was preached at Shiloh Baptist Church last Sunday evening, by the Rev F W Means At the evening service the Rev Mr Evans discoursed ably on "What of the Night*" Mrs Cordie Brown of Emmetsburg, Md. is visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs Wm Crampton, Sr YOUNGSTOWN. O Youngtown, O — A number of our boys from Camp Sherman spent New Year's here with relatives and friends. The first annual reception given by Covenant Lodge, No 59, F and A M. Thursday evening, was largely attended. The guests were in full dress. 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Makeup. Face. Massage. Manicur- ing. Beauty. Hair. Salon. Lessons taught in Hair work. Diplomas awarded. Maillers attended to. Hewitt, now 67, joined Ferguson, Christina Imes, in honor with her husband, Bert Eyans, who left Wednesday for Pittte, burgh, where he is working. James Stewart of Mahoufong avenue helps to be out again after a week's illness. Charles A Jackson of West Myrtle avenue is on the sick list. Gilbert Porter of Mossolina and Mrs. Macay Hill of Memphis, Teen, spent Christmas with their brother and sisters, Lee Porter and Mrs Frank Lewis, Mrs Ida Morris and Mrs. Adelaide Stewart Burton Mrs. U Brown remains the same Logan Lodge, K of P, met in regular session Saturday evening and initiated its new members E. G Moore is critically ill at the home of his mother-in-law, Mrs. Kennedy, High street. Buckeye Lodge, No 73, met in regular session Thursday evening Mrs Frank Harris, 352% East Boardman street, entertained a party of nine Thursday evening in honor of her husband's thirty-fifth birthday. An enjoyable evening was spent. The following were present. Harry Tillman, H Poundexter, Fred Harris Charles Clark, J James, Henry Zant Willek Kent, Charles Johnson and Sam Raney of Midland, Pa. Buckeye Lodge, No 73, met in regular session Thursday evening BALTIMORE, MD Baltimore Mn - Ministers of the Baltimore A M F. Conference are quietly urging their claims to be chosen as one of the six delegates who will represent the conference at the next General Conference. The Cession will take place at the session of the annual conference, which will be held in April. Among guest mentioned are the key C M Tanner, A L Games C H Murray, J W Norris C H Steptan, W Sampson Brooks, D G Hill J G Martin, C E Stewart, S M John-on, P W Wortham and S H Cooper. Dr Benom Price Hurst, pathologist at Freedmen's Hospital and professor of hygiene and preventive medicine at the medical school of Harvard University, Washington, spent New Year's Day at the guest of his parents, Bishop and Mrs Bishop. Bishop Hurst, W Ashbe Hawkins, John H. Murphy, publisher of the Afro-American, and Dr William Pickens, dean of Morgan College, have returned from New York City, where they attended the midwinter conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People Following the preaching of a sermon at Trinity A M E Church last Sunday morning, Bishon J Albert Johnson suffered an attack of chills. 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It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person lying on their back with their head resting on a surface. The background is indistinct and does not contain any discernible features. Prof. W. S. SCARBOROUGH Head of Wilberforce University celebrated the fifteenth anniversary of their marriage at their home, 1112 W Lexington street, Thursday evening of last week They received a large number of presenta Dr. Stepteau is pastor of Allen A. M. E. Church. The colored auxiliary of the Maryland Council of Defense will hold its first general conference here Wednesday, Jan 10. 6 Go Harrington, Emmett J. Scott, former Governor Goldsborough and Dr Ernest Lyon will be among the speakers A big union-revival meeting will be gin at Bethel A M E. Church Sunday, January 6 The services will be conducted by the pastor, the Rev Dr W. Smith Brooks, and the Rev A. Clayton Powell of Abyssinian Baptist Church New York City James Watty of Atlantic City is visiting his brother, George A Watty, grand chancellor of the Knights of Pythias H James Henry, 1108 N Carey street, entertained a number of friends at a stag New Year's eve. SPRINGFIELD MASS Springfield, Mass —Next Sunday, the first in the month in the New Year, will be a large and busy one for the churches of the city At the Loring Street A M E Church the Rev E M Boulin, pastor, everything is in readiness for their silver jubilee anniversary, which is to be celebrated from January 13 to 20, inclusive. Communion services and reception of new members will be observed at the Third Baptist and St John's churches At HAIR REAL HUM Hand Made Na REAL HUMAN CREOLE HAIR Transformations, Switches, Puffs, Plaints, Bangs, Coronet Braids, that can be combed the same as your own hair. Human hair for sale by ounce or pound. Hair Nets. STRAIGHTENING WE C STOCK A REAL HAIR GROWER FOR MME. 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Boweng, Hancock street, have as their house guests Mrs Ellen Ganey of Norfolk, mother of Mrs. Bowens, and Dr. G Jaris Bowens, brother to Dr Bruce, also of Norfolk J A. Morsell of the Y. M. C. A. College returned Friday from his old home in Baltimore, where he spent the holidays. NETS AN CREOLE HAIR Natural Hair Wigs WE CARRY THE LARGEST STOCK IN STRAIGHTENING COMB8 VER FOUND AT LAST ELL- R .50 .50 DLS. S. FRB. FILET Mine. Baum's Creole Face Powder. Per box .35 Hair Emporium, Inc. 35TH & 35TH STS., UPSTAIRS from Pennsylvania Depot CATALOGUE P HILLBURN, N. Y. Hillburn, N. X.-Miss Viola Minard has returned to Washington, D. C. he spend the holidays. 5. The Goodtime Trio will give a ball on Friday night, January 18. Music by Kingland's Jass Orchestra. The Goodtime Trio comprise Archer Van Dink, "Tex," Kenneth Powell, Barry, LoRoy an Dumont. Kenneth Powell is suffering with a carer. bath frost ten. Mr. and Mrs. De Pew were the parents of their grandparents, Mr. and George Barto on Christmas. AMSTERDAM, N. Y. WASHINGTON, N. Y—The chair of St. Paul Church, under the direction of St. Floyd Blood and Mrs. Francis Thomas, organist rendered pretty sections at the wach meeting. A large crowd attended. Mrs. Y. Thomas and grandchildren of Holkley, N. Y., speak the holidays further daughter of sons, F. Thomas, G. C. Gunn, Mrs. J. King, Mrs. F. and Mrs. G. Wright. A Christmas tree entertainment was held at St. Paul's Church Christmas night and a pleasing program was rendered by the children. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Vedder spent Christmas with his sister, Mrs. Sadie Dugs, of Richfield Springs. Grand Dame Doty F. Frank of Toystead Mohawk Lodge. No. 44, Thursday evening. Mrs. James Dennis is somewhat better. Simon Frank is slightly improved. William Blood is not so well at this writing. WASHINGTONVILLE, N. Y. Washingtonville, N. Y—Messrs John Karls and Albert Sewell of Jersey City, spent the Christmas here with Mrs. Matthew Peterson and Elmer Depew are working in Jersey City. Wm. Ehris and daughter, Mabel, attended the wedding of Miss Rena, his oldest daughter at Jersey City last week. Raymond Ross has recovered from the mumps. Ruth Depow is ill with the mumps. Louis Decker has accepted a post on with the Brotherhood Wine Com Mrs. Agnes Plaine and her daughter have gone to New York. NYACK, N. Y. Nyack N. Y.—Miss Mabel E Cook, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C Cook, married in New York Frazier of Charles S. C. Thursday evening, December 27, at St. Phillips A M E Church. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. H J Williams, pastor. Miss J Soles was bridesmaid and Miss G Brown maid of honor at the Hill of New York City was best man. The wedding march was played by Miss Ruth Avery. Some of those present were Mr. and Mrs. W F Bits, Mr. and Mrs. W Brown of East Orange, N. J. E. Roach, W and Mrs. W Anderson, and W and Mrs. their home in Nyack The Funeral of Wm H. Myers, who Monday, December 24, was held from St. Phillips, Airmont from Church Mission, the Rev H. Williams, pastor, officiating. He was insisted by the Rev Judge of Yonkers; Presiding Elder Maison and the Y. M. Desburner of Mudlettown, the Y. December was trustee of St. Phillips for thirty years. NEWBURGH. N. Y. Newburgh, N Y -The Rev. L. H. Taylor, pastor of the A M E Zion Church, occupied this pulpit at both services Sunday. Miss Mamie Johnson of Chambers entered in honor of her fifteenth birthday December 11. She was the recipient of man-made including a music of the minor uncle, Honi Johnson and received from her mother Mrs. Johnson availance from Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Johnson, Music and game. She loved by all. An autograph note was Miss Anne Williams and I. H. Gouy were married December 24 at the home of the Rev. L. M. Dunlouns who officiated Miss Williams journeyed from Eastern Shore, Md. Mr. Gouy is employed at the Palatine Hotel. Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson was called to hiddentown last week to attend the Church of St. John in law, John Berthof. Her daughter, Mrs. Charles Wood, accompanied her. Mrs. Fred Pellom of New York City was the guest of Mrs Ulla Ashie December 24. Mrs Ashie also entertained Mr. and Mrs Calhoun Grant and Mrs Alice Suber. Joseph Letteloh has returned to his home in Pittiboro, N.C. after a visit to the home of Mrs M. Jackson PERIOR TO COPAIBA & INJECTION$ SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY RELIEVES IN 24 HOURS POUGHKEEPSIE, N. Y.--Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Washington entertained Mr. and Mrs. James Henderson at dinner Sunday. Miss Lela Nickelson of Ossining, was the guest of Mr. and Mr. R. F. Washington for the holidays. Mrs. M J Colden of N. Hamilton street, is visiting in Hartford, for the holidays. Jas. C. Vernalin, a Poughkeepsie boy, was at home for the holidays. He is in vaudeville. Miss Mazie Jackson died December 19 Santa Barbara, Cal. Ebenezer Blanton Church prayer meeting Christmas morning at 6 a.m. Sunday services were held in the lecture room on account of the severe cold. The pastor preached at 1.45 a.m. Wednesday Ebenezer Baptist Sunday School held its Christmas exercises at 8 p.m. The children were the recipients of many presents. The committee gave the children a turkey dinner at 5 p.m. when Abraham Rownsugl of Camp Upton, returned home for the New Year and led the early prayer meeting 'Sunday evening.' ROSSVILLE N. Y ROSSVILLE, N. Y.—In spite of the cold wave there was an appreciative congregation at the A. M. E. Zion Church. General class in the morning and in the evening the Rev. R. N. Landin preached an able sermon. Miss Estella McOy, who has been sick for a long time, passed away Sunday morning. The funeral service will be held at the A. M. E. Zion Church on Wednesday afternoon at one noon. Mrs. Adline Robinson has left for Valdosta, Ga. where she is to settle up an estate On Saturday a girl was born at the Mt. Mrs. Ethridge of Bloomdale road Mrs. Gilford Himman, Mrs. Gardener and Mr. Samuel Fish are on the sask list. The young people of the A M E Zion Church have purchased a beautiful piano to be used in the auditorium of the church. They deserve great credit for this long-needed gift Davison's grandson of Asbury Park, N.J. is spending the holidays with him. Mr and Mrs Fred Henry of Perth Amboy, N. J., spent Sunday with Mr F. M. Henry, the former's father M. Henry, the latter's father Herman and G. Mitchell have received questionaires from the local exemption board and are all put in Class 4. Miss Helen Henry and Miss Bertha Larkin recently spent a day - in New York WATKINS, N. Y. WATKINS, N. Y. -Among those who visited the Santz Chau shops in Elmira last week were Mrs Geo Patterson, Pecy Tuney, Mrs E Ranley, Mrs R A King, Mrs Mary Wess was in Elmira on Thursday in interest of the Dehorah Calanthe Club. While there she saw the chamber, both full and half, with its intricate and active practice and progressive with prospects of being made early in January. Peter Phinney C. C of Seneca Valley has been appointed D D for the same. Philip Wess has been appointed special D D for Elmira and Corning. Hodassah Court of Calantha will in stall new officers Jan. 7 John Wilson and wife of Elmira, Mr and Mrs Peter, Phiney and family of Watkins were the Christmas guests of Mrs Charles Ellis of Montour Falls A course dinner was served including turkey and many other good things. Wesley Wagstaff the guest of Miss Josephine Wilkinson of Montour Falls on Christmas A turkey dinner was served Mrs M Wess and Master Irving were the guests of her brother, T A. Mason, or Montour Falls on Christmas A five-course dinner was served T Mrs T. A Mason was a caller in Watkins on Wednesday Mr and Mrs Chas Ellis entertained the course dinner Mr and Mrs John 尔庐 of Elmira, Mr and Mrs Peter luney and sons of Mrs Peter gift of war bldg and highly appl the village, now in the high Intrantry, Camp Wadsworth ROCHESTER, N. Y Rochester, N Y — Serviced at Zion Church were largely attended in spite of the cold weather The pastor prescheduled morning and evening service Mrs. Gerry Garrison trained at a five-course dinner Christmas day the following, the Rev and Mrs E D U. Jones, Mr and Mrs. Fleming Shorts, Mr and Mrs J Herndon, Mr and Mrs. Frank Hansett, Mrs R L Kent, Mrs Cora Berry, Mrs L Body, Miss Allison Jackson and Miss Katherine Board at her residence 258 Mrs Berry was the guest of Mrs Peterson, Abilon, N Y., Christmas day The Buds of Promise of A M E Zion Church were tendered a Christ mas party last Wednesday afternoon by their superintendent, Mrs W H Green, and Mrs Frank Hansett, assistant superintendent, balance given by the Eldorado Temple, J B P O E of U. Christmas night was a success William H Stockton spent the week ent visiting his mother, Mrs. Mat- thews of Suwonky, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jefferson and daughter, Marie, of Mohawk st. entertained Inast - Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. W. Henry Green and Mr. Arthur Jefferson. A. M. E. Zion Church was crowded from the pulpit to the gallery at watch meeting service Monday evening. The pastor, the Rev. E. D. W. Jones, gave a soul stirring sermon. The Rev. Mr. Mayes and the Rev. Mr Thomas also spoke. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clark. 499 steward at church at dinner Christmas day Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Johnson, in honor of their twelfth wedding anniversary. AUBURN N Y Auburn, N. Y.-Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Parker entertained at a five-course dinner, Christmas day. Covers were laid for twelve. Those present besides the host and hostess and daughter, Mrs Venerable Evans, two daughters and son, Mrs. Jennie Fuller, Raliegh, and Mrs. Miss E. Phillips of Wood, and Mrs. and Mrs. C. Cooper of Glenwood. Mrs. Daly Means of Rochester was the week-end guest of Mrs. M. Freeman. Mrs. H. Buckner and niece, Mabel of Brooklyn, are the guests of Mrs. and Mrs. H. Reed. Miss Phoebe Freeman is on Inelda for a few days. Mrs. M. H. Reed, Mr and Mrs N. Ray and J. Hassell spent the Christmas holidays at Marseilles, N. Y. Mr and Mrs Allen Gaines, J. Fairfax of Defef Falls, Messrs G Stoker, U B Mills of Syracuse were the Christmas day guests of Mrs Bowles and daughters. Miss Leora Brown left Monday for Roselle, N. J. Before returning to the University by the guest of Lawrence Kenney at Camp and Mrs J Johnson of New York. Mr and Mrs H Lucas delightfully entertained a few young people on Thursday evening in honor of their two nieces and nephew. Mr Wm Bell of Ithaca was in the city last week Miss Q Lucas entertained at breakfast, Wednesday morning, in honor of Miss I Diggs and Mrs Edwin Diggs of Rochester and Mrs Mr. Al Moreland of Syracuse, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs Diggs on Christmas. Lawrence Williams of Syracuse was in the city last week. Miss Helen Lewis spent last Thurs day in Wesdport. In and M. M. A. Winslow enter tained M. M. and Mrs. T. W. Hawkins at Christmas dinner SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y.—Mrs. Ben Pope has been spending the holidays in New York with her sister, Mrs. Rainey, Mrs. S. C. Topping has been indisposed, but is able to attend to her household duties Mr and Mrs George Green entertained a large party of friends at a turkey dinner at the home of their daughter Mrs A. LeFerre. Christmas dinner presents were distributed from a Christmas tree to all the guests and relatives by Mrs. A. LeFerre and her sister, Mrs J R Laule A. LeFerre, Mr and Mrs A. Franklin of Mechanisville, were in the city last week Mr and Mrs Bert Williams and daughter, Alice of Schenectady, attended the Christmas dinner and tree at the residence of Mrs. A. LeFerre. The A M E. Zion Church held its Christmas program Sunday, December 23 The Christmas tree exercises were held on December 24. The Olivet Baptist Christmas tree was held on December 27 Charles Hill had a stroke of paralysis last week He is reported to be getting better Mrs. Ida Rich and Mrs. Nancy Kelley entertained the Rev. and Mrs. E. U A Brooke at dinner December 28. The mercury is said to have gone down to 50 degrees below zero in our city and in the surrounding country the week Mrs. Mary Carter of Albany has come to reside here Mrs. Carl Leaves this week for the Metropolitan Thomas W. Jones is spending his vacation in New York A retired officer Mrs. Charles Maule of the University of the Stewardess Board No. 3 M. Rich president Mr. and Mrs. Bosman have returned from New York The Zion and Baptist churches will soon display service flags in honor of the boys who enlisted in the famous 15th Regiment Mary Manugault, C. H. Mack and John Branch have gone to Palm Beach Fla. for the winter Mrs Ben Lattimore Mrs Margaret Dougherty Mrs T E F Bell and Mrs E A Brooks were active last week in soliciting members for the Red Cross in its last week last year. Mr Chaim Cochrane of Camp Upton is here on a forlough visiting his parents, Mr and Mrs Robert Cochrane YONKERS. N Y Yonkers, N Y - F D Freeman of New York, was the guest of Dr Smyer last week. Presiding Elder J H Ellison of the A M E Zion connection and of Elmira, proached morning and evening at the Metropolitan A M E Zion Church, Sunday, at the second quarterly meeting for the year. He held quarterly conference Monday evening Dr Ellison was the guest of Mrs Amie Dr Collins was the guest of Mrs G. G E Banks of Connecticut visited her many friends here during the Yuletide. Dr J M. Ellison, Dr John J Smyer and Mrs Smyer, Mrs Carrie V. Ryerson, Miss Luy, Booster and John A Rogers were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Foster, 24 Irving pl. Sunday. War time economy was used at the Metropolitan Zion parsonage when the Christmas tree of last year was brought up from the collar in good condition. The beautiful decorations and the many present from far and near made the children happy. Mrs. Kits of School street, who has been indoposed, is improving. The Stewardess Board of the Metro politian Zion Church presented Dr. and Mrs Smyer a large fat turkey and a basket of good things. Mrs Fannie F Jackson also presented them with a large turkey. C V Richardson of Culver street, continues seriously ill. The Sunday School-Christmas tree and party of the Metropolitan Zion Church will long be remembered by the little folks and parents who att tended Thursday evening of last week. Every child received, a useful token, besides ice cream, cake, candy and nuts the chance. The superintend- ent and officers received many con- gratulations. Miss Sidney Skinner furnished the muscle. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. B. Eason and Mrs. Ella D Noyd of New York were the dinner guests of Dr and Mrs. John J. Smyer, Christmas. Miss Alice Rogers is a successful student at the Dinwidle College, Din- widle, Va. She is one of the young people who attained a scholarship through the Metropolitan A. M. E Zion Church. Mr. Messiah Baptist Church B Y U entertained the Sunday convention, Sunday. Miss Irene Howard continues pop- ular as the manager of the Yonkers exchange grocery. | John R. Green, Yonkers' hustling real estate agent, keeps busy Mrs. Anne Johnson of School street is reported as belguf disposed The Christmas exercises at Monumental Baptist was held Sunday and enjoyed by all Mrs Chas E. C. Cuff is spending the holidays with her parents, Mr and Mrs Crowder Pattence, West Pitton Rd. The Rev. C E. Cuff, Edward Moore, and Geo Gibson spent Christmas in Alba, Pa. the guests of Mr. and Mrs D H. Bright Mr West, 713 1-2 Dickinson street has been on the slick list. The Rev Chas Cuff is spending a day at Pitton, Pa. Master Theo Green of Mansfield, Pa. is spending a few days with his aunt Mrs. W. Taylor; of East 4th st POUGHKPEPSIE. N. Y. POUGHKEEPSI, N. Y.-Regular services were conducted Sunday at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church, Next Substance, Rep. Dr. I. G. Mason will greet Everything that goes to make up Christmas cheer was in evidence at the Shepherd's Haven through the kind heraldity of Elder VanBuren's parishioners. Sufficient of the necessities of life were left by the members and friends "the night before Christmas" to last for some time to come. Mrs VanBuren was the recipient of the nursing exercises of Zion were up to the usual standard of excellency and officers and scholars of the Sabbath School are to be commended Mrs Martha A Rhodes, 217 Union street, was badly burned last Sunday afternoon and is now confined to her bed under the doctor's care. A good number of our soldier how from Camp Upton, home over the stmasattended services at Zion Sunday evening Dec 23. Several made short trips to very interesting address to which we have visited last week. The young ladies are always on the Neighborhood Library table and are entertained the elderly, kind and gentle men at 17 Allen Place today afternoon. Dec 28 A program and refreshments were the features. The prime object of the organization is to study the life and works of leading Negro characters. At present they are studying the life and works of Paul Laurence Dunbar Mrs Mabel Powell is president quarterly Conference Mrs. Josephine Dr. Mason will preside. The following are on the sick list Mrs. Georgetta Bowman Mrs Jessie Wye, Mrs Josephine May Mrs Sarah Glashy and Jacob Williams UTICA N Y Utica, N. Y. — A family reunion was held at the home of Robt. Lattimore, 415 Broad street, last Tuesday evening. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Leo Lattimore Mr. and Mrs. Harry Russell, all of this city, Balmoral, Balmoral and Mrs. Alice Jackson of Albany, Mr. James of this city. An enjoyable time was had Elbridge Batam of Albany was stricken recently with appendicitis and was removed to a local hospital for latest reports he is slowly convalescing. Chas. H. Lewis and Danny Perette of Camp Dix, N. J., are home visiting their families and friends. Private residents are pleased with the life of Camp Dix. Mrs. Robt Lattimore, 415 Broad st., is able to be around again, after a severe fall on the silvery pavement. Mr. and Mrs. Alexander, Liberty street, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. White, Broad street, Christmas day. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Webb of New York were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Baynard, Rufger street, during the holidays. Mrs. Bessie Dickson, formerly of First street, has moved to 515 Broad street. Walter Pell, Mrs. W. M. Green and Mrs. J. Strother are on the old list. Mrs. and Mrs. Victor Comilher of Schenectad, have returned to this city and are stopping on First street. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Thomas of Buffalo, were visitors here during the holidays. A reception was tendered them by Mrs. and Mrs. Schmondson. Mrs. and Mrs. Banks visited Nowchur for several days. Mr. and Mrs. Markson of Frankfort, and Mr. and Mrs. Denning of Ganajarhe were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. I. Smith, Broad street, Christmas day. Mr. and Mrs. Horby Bright were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hoover during the holidays. Mrs. K. Jackson of Broad street, entertained at dinner Christmas, a party of friends from Hartford, Conn., Mrs. J. Pell and Mrs. Saunders. Mrs. Alice Washington has returned from Scheenectad and is now living in Jacobson Court. Lei Anderson has opened a restaurant at 5 Washington street. Mary Chapel Sunday School will give a free supper Monday evening, January 7. Miss Neita Fletches was visiting Mr. and Mrs. Ellott Fletches in Syracuse during the holidays. LE ROY. N. Y Le Roy, N. Y. - The Christmas tree exercises of the Second Baptist School were largely attended and a success. One feature of the evening was the initial appearance of the Second Baptist Jubilee chorus, which was presented at the light of all present. The chorus is composed of Rob Stevenson, Clarence Majors, Sidney Robinson, J. E. Rose, Lewis Stevenson and Fred Peterson. At the close of the evening an offering of $5 was taken for the benefit of the starving children of Armenia. In spite of the high cost of living Christmas was a day of feasting for many Le Poyant, the custodian at dinner Miss Eva Alexander, Mr and Mrs. Ralph Alexander, Lewis Alexander, and Mr and Mrs. Will Clark of Rochester. Mr and Mrs. Marshall Clark entertained at dinner Mr. and Mrs. Fred Peterson, Mr and Mrs. Thornton Scottville and the re. and Mrs. Jas. E. Rose. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Sellers entertained at dinner Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brooks and Miss Helen Jones of Honeye Falls and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Layne Mr and Mrs Leonard Duson entertained Mr and Mrs Randolph and granddaughter of Linden Mr and Mrs. Kate Stevenson entertained their daughter. Mrs Esther, of Burlin and Mrs Elizabeth Alexander Mr and Mrs Richard entertained their son. Private Clarence Price from Camp Dix and Elmer and Dewey Price of Sarcuse Mrs May Alexander spent the day with her parents at Southbridge in its home from Camp Dix for New Year's Mr and Mrs James E. Rose attended the Saint's Christmas tree execles in Caledonia last Wednesday evening, and spent the night with Mr and Mrs. Minor Poles. Miss Emma Lewis spent Christmas late Mr and Mrs A. B. West of Avon visited Mr and Mrs Clyde L. Layne Christmas day Mr and Mrs Lewis Stevenson entertained Rob Stevenson, Christmas day Mr and Mrs J. E. Rose entertained at dinner last Sunday Mrs Emmia Alexander, Miss Eva Alexander and Lames Wallace, Mrs Alexander, and Miss Eva left for Rochester on the swing trim Lewis Carter of Calcutta is in his home on the Ro Mrs. Ann . Alexander . much proved ELMIRA N Y Fluenta N. Y. Monday evening the Christmas tree was held at the Longwood Memorial Sunday school. Superintendent G. F. Brooks made his scholarship happy by appropriate gifts. The Christian Endeavor presented to the pastor, the Rev. L. L. Woods, thirty-seven dollars and a half in gold and other money amounting to forty-one dollars, which was applied on salary. The following contributed shirts: the was printed. Mrs. Hrooks, 31 cents; the was printed. Mrs. Cameron, 31; Mrs. J. F. Thompson, 75 cents; roanabell Ellison, 25 cents. Mrs. Theodore Dunham, who was a patient at the Arnot-Orden Hospital several weeks, has returned to her home on Dickson street much improved in health. Mrs. L. M. Jefferson of Ithaca spent a few days in the city, the guest of Mrs. M. F. Woods, 701 East 6th street. Providing Elder J H Ellison is spending a lot of his home in the city. 5th Floor, 5th St. Mias Jessalym Johnson of Little ASHEVILLE SCHOOL OF DESIGNING AND DRESSMAKING. 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. SHORT PRACTICAL COURSE OF THREE MONTHS. Maintained by the Governments of North Carolina and of the United States. Special training for teachers of vocational subjects Special training for teachers of vocational subjects $8.00 per Calendar Month. For Cataloging and other information, contact Falls is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. K. D. Corsey, 711 Dickinson street. Miss Esther Sykes of New York City is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Sykes, 709 Benjamin street. William Sykes of Binghamton appoint a few days visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. B. Sykes. A fine supper was served at the Grill on last Thursday evening in honor of the bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. James. The guests present Mr. and Mrs. Sykes, L. Condol, Mrs. L. H. Tabb, H. J. Brooker, William Sykes, Robert McK. Mr. and Mrs. Lee were married on Thursday morning by the Father Lee of St. Peter and Paul's parish. Mrs. Lee was formerly Miss Edith Randall of Washington, D. C. Mr. Lee is employed at the Hotel Langwell, Mr. and Mrs. Lee are stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Washington, 605 East Clinton street. Mrs. Noble Vance entertained at dinner Christmas Mr. and Mrs. Edward Vance and Miss Esther Sykes. ! Private Frank Hale of Camp Dix spent a few days at his home, 311 East 5th street. Mrs. A. L. Hooper, 403 Madison avenue, served a fine course dinner Christmas in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Hirschman, Mrs. and Mrs. The decorations were red and blue. The Fitch team won at the basket game at the Neighborhood House gym last Thursday evening. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Wilson, 72 Standish street, were entertained at dinner Christmas by Mr. and Mrs. Chandler, Mrs. Peter Phibney of Walkins and two sons, Alfred and Peter, Jr., attended the Langwell Walters' Ball at Masonic Temple Thursday evening. Mrs. Earl Wilson of Scranton, Pa., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. George Williams, 269 Baldwin street. Mrs. Fred Clark, 650 Baldwin street, participated an operation. St. Joseph's Hospital several weeks ago, has returned to her home and is doing nicely. BUFFALO N Y Buffalo, N Y -Simon LeC. Carter has been called to Philadelphia on account of the death of his grandmother, and illness of his mother. Tyre Lodge of Masons held a public installation on Wednesday night. Mrs. Carrie Huylett of Syracuse is in the city to see her daughter, Mrs. Rachel Piper, who is very ill in the Municipal Hospital. The funeral of Sarkis Garo, an Armenian, was held from Tucker's undertaking parliors on Wednesday afternoon. The club of the Golden Circle, the emblem of the Order of the Golden Circle has been organized with the following officers: Mrs. Norman L Tucker, president, Mrs. Robert Buckner, secretary, Mrs. Maria West, treasurer Benjamin Harris of Howard University spent the holidays in the city. For a while it looked as though many of our people would be thrown out of work on account of the loss of their beloved grandmother, commanded more power from the Falls, however, and Sunday and Thursday nights have been designated as lightless nights, in the interest of conservation. The Miller boys, three popular brothers, had a fine entertainment in honor of their young lady friends in the home of their parents on Northland avenue Thursday night. Among those present were Chauncey, Hubert and Mark Miller, Edward Bennett, Robert Bennett, Myron McGuire, Harold Bethel, Clifford Lane, the Misses Norma Gillard, Augusta, Elizabeth and Roberta Bennett, Dorothy Butler, Roberta Smith, Marlon Bethe, Saddle Miller. The singing at the Christmas and New Year's services of St Philip's choir has hardly ever been surpassed in the history of Buffalo churches. Very well trained voices charmed large congregations, and despite the choir's old attribution to mobs who were loud in their admirability and who were often a snow rehearsing a solo will be given during later week. Hon. Francis Warren, one of Derbyshire's leading local highs, was a visitor in the city during the holidays. Mr and Mrs Joseph Nicholas, Major and Mrs other of Hall Mr and Mrs William Allea and Miss June Allen were entertained at dinner on Wednesday night by Mr and Mrs Clarence Robinson of Charlotte street. After dinner a delightful musical and literary evening was spent. The boys from Camp Dix came home for the Christmas holidays, and were given a rousing welcome. The boys are in fine shape. They express general safety faction at their treatment, and the experience they are undergoing. Two young ladies of the Camp. Dr. Cux gave a reception and ball for them at Saturnia Hall, which was largely attended. Public installation of the newly elected officers of the Court of Dept. lanthie will occur January 8. Grand Chancellor Leo Crawford of the K. of P. will attend and install, assisted by the deputy grand chancellor, Major O. C. Hall. Mrs. Beatrice Washington was re-elected C. C. of the lodge. Mrs. Thomas Payne of Laurel street is confined to her home, having sprained her ankle by a fall on the slippery sidewalk. The Douglass Club held their holiday reception at the home of Mrs. Reuben Lee. The Dames met at the residence of Mrs. Thomas Delwisworth Glenwood. Thirty race men and women sang in the Community Chorus at the Broadway Auditorium on Saturday night, when carols and Handel's Melodies were presented to a audience of six thousand People Troop 58, B. B. A. were among the hundreds of scouts who were detailed to act as ushers. St. Phillip's chapter of the Brotherhood of St. Andrew is invited and will meet with the Grace Church chapter on Monday. Public installation of the Ancient Order of Foresters will be held January 10 at Golden Hall. MORRISTOWN N I Morristown, N. J—Ottawa, Banks died in this city at Memorial Hospital. Funeral service was held from the residence of his brother, Joseph Banks, 28 Hazel Street, December 26. The Rev. Joseph Stiles, officiating, the Rev. C. Crockett, assisting. The rummage sale held at Bethel A. M. E Church under the suspices of the Willing Workers proved a deceased person. Mrs. F. L. J. Brown and brother David Johnson, attended the funeral of their niece in New York last week. Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church Prophet Jones was the speaker for the day at 3:00 p.m. Patriotic service was held. The Misses Hattie and Zella Stirges visited Morristown and were the guests of Miss Luci Fillman. They attended services at Bathel A. M. E Church. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Granby removed from Water st. and residue at 5 Ole Avenue. PATERSON, N. I Paterson, N. J—Mrs. Angy Kelley, mother of Mrs. Henry Reed, and the wife of Patrick H Kelley, died Thursday, December 27. The funeral services were held at the residence of her daughter, Mrs Maud Reed, 230 Summer street, Sunday afternoon. The Roy C. C Williams, pastor of the A M E Zion Church officiated. Mr. and Mrs Reed took the body to Buckingham County, Virginia, Chestnut Hill her former home, were she was buried. The Christmas exercises of the St. Augustine's Presbyterian Church were held Sunday evening, December 30. Much credit is due the Roy W. W. Walker and Mrs. Easton for the splendid program given by the children. Notwithstanding the severe weather on Sunday, there was a large attendance. The Christmas presents were given to the children on Monday evening. Watch night services were held in the several churches on Monday evening and a large number of people attended, more than ever before owing to the influx of our people coming from the South. John A Huggs, Robert Harrison and John F Lewis, all members of Integrity Lodge No 51, F A M., attended the annual session of the Grand Lodge in Carden, last week, returning home Saturday. Harold Amoson of the Rev T H. M. Macdonald pastor of the Saint Martin Presbyterian Church, has been the week end guest of Frank L. Hallstalk, Jr. James R Randolph East 15th street, who has been confined to his home for several months, is improving slowly. Moses Gordon is able to take short walks and hopes to be able to return to his business. The homes of John Benson and Elmer Hunt were visited by fire Saturday night and the members of the families had to escape in their night robes. Friends provided for them during the night. ```markdown ``` THE COMING YEAR. This issue of THE AGE marks the coming of a new year fraught with serious matters for the nation as a whole, as well as for the race. In attacking the various problems in which we as an integral part of the nation have an equal interest, as well as those in which the Negro has a special interest, it is well to take account of our assets and our abilities. In this year of 1918, fraught with problems growing out of the war and its economic issues, the Negro will find among his valuable assets his dependability as a reliable fighting man and his standing as a considerable factor in the labor situation. His approved loyalty and improvement of every opening presented to figure on the fighting line has brought its early fruits in the honorable position already gained as a vital part of the military machine now in making His militant ardor may be relied upon to keep him anxious to widen his opportunities in that direction. But there are battles to be fought and victories to be won in the less dazzling but equally important fields of civic life, in commerce, in politics, in the effort to obtain an equal wage and an equal footing in all lines of activity. The struggle is none the less arduous, because unaccompanied by the pomp and panoply of war. There is danger from the poison gas of prejudice and proscription as well as the shrapnel of mob violence and the camouflage of false pretexts to uphold injustice. The necessity for a severe and systematic training for the purpose of overcoming these obstacles to race progress is therefore apparent. Much has been accomplished along these lines and the school of practical experience has turned out some apt students of the commercial and economic situation. In these cases where ability has been demonstrated along certain lines, it becomes the duty of the race to back up that enterprise with its goodwill and its cash, the former in fact involving the latter. The Negro is bound to figure largely in the economic situation during 1918. His affiliation with the American Federation of Labor, if carried out in good faith, we have every reason to be- social wages. As has already been demonstrated, this will enable him to improve his mode of living, give the race better homes, greater educational advantages for the children and more hygienic living. With increased earning capacity comes the acquisition of homes and home and personal comforts. Here will come the opportunity for the race to develop its commercial as well as its industrial side. Our real estate men and storekeepers will find increased opportunities for the development of their businesses along legitimate and conservative lines by watching and catering to the tendencies of the wage earners. The professional men, the lawyers, the physicians and the ministers will also participate in this general development along race lines, if it is properly worked out. The year of 1918 is big with opportunity. Let us seize it by the forelock! THE WELFARE LEAGUE. The Welfare League is an organization connected with the 367th Infantry, with the avowed intention to "See Them Through." Among its objects are enumerated the following: 1. To help supply the needs of the Regiment, including the providing of amusement, recreation, and comfort for the members thereof, endeavoring in every way to make them happy and contented, thus helping to make them efficient soldiers and better men. 2. To create and foster pride in the history of the colored race, and in the traditions of our country, thereby stimulating their patriotism and increasing their Americanism, and thus making of them better citizens. 3. To assist the dependent members of families of men of the Regiment that are in need of help 4. To continue looking after the welfare and interests of the regiment from this end of the line after the command leaves for France, endeavoring, among other things, to keep the members of the Regiment in touch with the Land for which they are fighting. These aims all sound laudable enough and deserving the whole-hearted efforts of any organization devoted to race welfar. If any exception could be taken to any part of the announcement it might be to the suggestion made in the second paragraph, as to "stimulating their patriotism and increasing their Americanism." Despite the most adverse conditions and all kinds of discouragement, the qualities of patriotism and Americanism have ever shone uppermost in the conduct of the Negro, both as citizen and soldier. What is needed in behalf of the Negro is not so much the stimulation and increase of these qualities, as a fitting recognition of them on the part of the nation at large and its governmental representatives. NOT A CASE OF CHARITY. The provision of relief and creature comforts for the men engaged in war and for the aid and relief of their dependents at home is a laudable undertaking and THE AGE has been foremost in encouraging and abetting such work among the women who have devoted their time and energies to this cause. But it is a work which demands some delicacy of sentiment and is not to be dealt with on the lines of stereotyped charity organization methods The Circle for Negro War Relief is one of the agencies that has taken up certain phases of this work under the inspiration of Mrs. Emilie Bigelow Hapgood. In an article in the New York Sun of last Sunday, detailing the purposes of the organization, Mrs. Hapgood is quoted as follows: "The 100,000 Negro soldiers now in service and the 75,000 Negro soldiers expected to be drafted on the second call and the dependent families of these soldiers are the ones most in need of charity." Now this is putting the matter pretty bluntly and in a manner well calculated to wound the sensibilities of those whom it is intended to aid and comfort. These soldiers and their dependents should not be set in the light of recipients of charity. The men are risking their THE PRESIDENT SPEAKS. AT LAST. The following despatch from New York World, the acknowledgement, is one of vital importance: Washington, Dec. 29.—President of any more American soldier—ex-before the sentences of the court War Department. Heretofore this has not been a dent has made the rule that it may Thirteen Negro troopers of the T-Executed for rioting at Houston, T-Found in the verdict of their court advisable to have death penalties. We were tempted to head the late;" for the thirteen Negro soldier cannot be benefitted by the Presid will, perhaps, save many a life by The President's order prohibits General Pershing's forces abroad with the real interpretation of the in accord with common sense, hanging of the thirteen men of the court martial in proceeding with allowing them to appeal to their that in time of war such appeal of mere technicality. It is true that of the Houston affair, but the men of Houston were not actually involved at peace. It does not take much Articles of War on this point men should have full power to carry out appeal, because delays at the front our troops in France mutinied would and should have the authority cured without the right of appeal court of review. But there was a men at Houston. The President does not criticized and convicted the Negro so sued by the President is a severe have been issued if there was not the Administration that though the victim in accordance with law, the with a haste that savored of vengence case to review. This is the first time that Prance which seemed to be prompt wrong against the Negro; we sin. NEW STATUS OF T The Government has taken This is a long advance toward some things of the times that socialism is bringing socialism faster than the hoped for. But there is another outcome Crow" car an entirely new statue Crow" cars has come up before that the regulation of such matters that the Federal Government is not laws have no control. Now some of our readers are Government of the United States answer them quite promptly and United States, that is the present will run "Jim Crow" cars if we do. This action on the part of the portunity ever given to put up a fire be put up on two grounds on the "Jim Crow" car will further roads, in that it will conserve transit the Federal Government cannot tween the citizens of the country. following despatch from Washington and public World, the acknowledged mouthpiece of the vital importance: Boston, Dec. 29.—President Wilson has prohibited the American soldiers—except in Gen. Pershing's force, the sentences of the courts martial have been reviewed. Before this has not been necessary in war time, but made the rule that it may be doubly sure no injustice Negro troopers of the Twenty-fourth Infantry warrior at Housetown, Tex., without review. No faction of their court or their sentence, but it should have death penalties-reviewed before execution, are tempted to head this article "The President of the thirteen Negro soldiers who were executed benefitted by the President's decision. But, as has many a life before the war is over, President's order prohibits summary execution Pershing's abroad. This order is in abstract interpretation of the Articles of War on the fourth common sense. As we stated in our article the thirteen men of the Twenty-fourth, the aim in proceeding with the execution of the them to appeal to their commander in chief, one of war such appeal could be disallowed warality. It is true that the country was at war at Boston affair, but the men of the Twenty-fourth were not actually involved in the war; actually it does not take military knowledge to know War on this point mean that a court martial full power to carry out its verdicts without cause delays at the front might be fatal. If a man in France mutinied in the trenches, General should have the authority to have them prosecute the right of appeal to the President on view. But there was no need of haste in the Boston. President does not criticize the verdict of the convicted Negro soldiers; but, after all, the President is a severe criticism. This order issued if there was not a feeling among the prosecution that though these soldiers might have accordance with law, they were executed with the that savored of vengeance or a fear of subtraction. At the first time that President Wilson has made it seemed to be prompted by a desire to undermine the Negro; we sincerely hope it is not the case. NEW STATUS OF THE "JIM CROW" CASE Government has taken over the railroads long advance toward socialism. It is one of the times that socialism is opposed to war and socialism faster than the most ardent socialists. There is another outcome of this action, it gives an entirely new status. Whenever the question has come up before the Supreme Court, it hasulation of such matters was purely a State Federal Government is in charge of all the railroads to control. Some of our readers are going to ask at once of the United States run Jim Crow cars?" An in quite promptly and say that the Governments, that is the present Government of the Union Crow" cars if we don't take steps to stop action on the part of the Government offers a given given to put up a fight on the "Jim Crow" cars two grounds on the ground that the abolition car will further the purpose in taking out it will conserve transportation, and on the government cannot discriminate in such a citizens of the country. The following despatch from Washington and published in the New York World, the acknowledged mouthpiece of the Administration, is one of vital importance: Washington, Dec. 29—President Wilson has prohibited the execution of any more American soldiers—except in Gen. Pershing's forces abroad—before the sentences of the courts martial have been reviewed by the War Department. Heretofore this has not been necessary in war time, but the President has made the rule that it may be doubly sure no injustice is done. Thirteen Negro troopers of the Twenty-fourth Infantry were recently executed for rioting at Houston, Tex., without review. No fault has been found in the verdict of their court or their sentence, but it has been felt advisable to have death penalties reviewed before execution. We were tempted to head this article "The President speaks, too late;" for the thirteen Negro soldiers who were executed for Houston cannot be benefitted by the President's decision. But this decision will, perhaps, save many a life before the war is over. The President's order prohibits summary execution, except in General Pershing's forces abroad. This order is in absolute accord with the real interpretation of the Articles of War on this point, and in accord with common sense. As we stated in our article on the hanging of the thirteen men of the Twenty-fourth, the action of the court martial in proceeding with the execution of the men without allowing them to appeal to their commander in chief, on the ground that in time of war such appeal could be disallowed was based on a mere technicality. It is true that the country was at war at the time of the Houston affair, but the men of the Twenty-fourth and the city of Houston were not actually involved in the war; actually they were at peace. It does not take military knowledge to know that the Articles of War on this point mean that a court martial in the field should have full power to carry out its verdicts without allowing an appeal, because delays at the front might be fatal. If a battalion of our troops in France mutinied in the trenches, General Pershing would and should have the authority to have them promptly executed without the right of appeal to the President or any higher court of review. But there was no need of haste in the case of the men at Houston. The President does not criticize the verdict of the court that tried and convicted the Negro soldiers; but, after all, the order issued by the President is a severe criticism. This order would never have been issued if there was not a feeling among the people and in the Administration that though these soldiers might have been convicted in accordance with law, they were executed with undue haste; with a haste that savored of vengeance or a fear of submitting their case to review. This is the first time that President Wilson has made an utterance which seemed to be prompted by a desire to undo or prevent wrong against the Negro; we sincerely hope it is not the last. NEW STATUS OF THE "JIM CROW" CAR. The Government has taken over the 'railroads of the country. This is a long advance toward socialism. It is one of the strange things of the times that socialism is opposed to war and yet the war is bringing socialism faster than the most ardent socialist could have hoped for. But there is another outcome of this action, it gives the "Jim Crow" car an entirely new status. Whenever the question of "Jim Crow" cars has come up before the Supreme Court, it has been held that the regulation of such matters was purely a State affair. Now that the Federal Government is in charge of all the railroads, State laws have no control. Now some of our readers are going to ask at once, "Will the Government of the United States run Jim Crow cars?" And we will answer them quite promptly and say that the Government of the United States, that is the present Government of the United States, will run "Jim Crow" cars if we don't take steps to stop it This action on the part of the Government offers the best opportunity ever given to put up a fight on the "Jim Crow" car. It can be put up on two grounds on the ground that the abolishment of the "Jim Crow" car will further the purpose in taking over the railroads, in that it will conserve transportation, and on the grounds that the Federal Government cannot discriminate in such a manner between the citizens of the country. lives in the fight for the liberties of the people of the whole country. They will receive the same material compensation and benefits that every other class of soldiers will receive. Their families and their dependents will be entitled to the same benefits from the government. If, in addition to this, organized effort is made to provide the comforts and relief provided for other soldiers and their families, it does not constitute a "charity" case. THE thirteen soldiers of the Twenty-fourth Infantry who were executed in Texas some weeks ago for complicity in the Houston riot, left behind them helpless dependents who were deprived of any right to pension through the action of the court martial. While the punishment of these thirteen men executed and the others imprisoned may have been required by the strict enforcement of military justice, and not merely "to appease the South," as suggested by a Brooklyn daily, it is not necessary that Washington and published in the engaged mouthpiece of the Administra- tion. But Wilson has prohibited the execution except in Gen. Pershing's forces abroad as martial have been reviewed by the necessary in war time, but the Presi- dence be doubly sure no injustice is done, twenty-fourth Infantry were recently excluded, without review. No fault has been for their sentence, but it has been felt reviewed before execution. In his article "The President speaks, to towers who were executed for Houston- President's decision. But this decision before the war is over. Robits summary execution, except in this order is in absolute accord. Articles of War on this point, and As we stated in our article on the Twenty-fourth, the action of the execution of the men without commander in chief, on the ground could be disallowed was based on a the country was at war at the time of the Twenty-fourth and the city solved in the war; actually they were tary knowledge to know that the man that a court martial in the field but its verdicts without allowing an might be fatal. If a battalion or in the trenches, General Pershing priority to have them promptly exe- cited to the President or any higher no need of haste in the case of the recize the verdict of the court that soldiers; but, after all, the order is criticism. This order would never a feeling among the people and in these soldiers might have been con- dy were executed with undue haste, ceance or a fear of submitting them. President Wilson has made an utter need by a desire to undo or prevent cerely hope it is not the last. THE "JIM CROW" CAR. Over the railroads of the country, socialism. It is one of the strange is opposed to war and yet the war the most ardent socialist could have of this action, it gives the "Jim Whenever the question of "Jim the Supreme Court, it has been held was purely a State affair. Now in charge of all the railroads, State going to ask at once, "Will the run Jim Crow cars?" And we will say that the Government of the Government of the United States, don't take steps to stop it. The Government offers the best op- ght on the "Jim Crow" car. It can the ground that the abolishment of the purpose in taking over the rail- portation, and on the grounds that discriminate in such a manner be- the dependents of these soldiers should also suffer for their actions It is therefore suggested that a fund be raised to care for the helpless families of any of these convicted members of the Twenty-fourth, who are in need of such relief Those of the race all over the country, who realize the indignities that must have goaded these hitherto well-disciplined troopers to their reckless act of reprisal, should be glad to contribute to such a fund. Any contributions intended for that purpose can be sent to The Age and will beacknowlged through these columns. The following representative members of the race have been suggested to act as a committee to receive such funds as may be contributed and to arrange for the proper distribution of the same. The Rev A Clayton Powell, the Rev W H Brooks, the Rev J W. Brown, the Rev W. Spencer Carpenter, the Rev George Frazier Miller, Miss S. Elizabeth Frazier and Mrs. E.P. Roberts. It is a fight worth making, and it should be taken up and fought through the Supreme Court of the United States just as was the segregation case. MEMPHIS MAINTAINS ITS RECORD. The figures for 1916 have been maintains its record. Is there any what record? The preeminence of world is recognized for only one far as Memphis is concerned, it will figures; she has held the record that her place is conceded. The active positions of the other cities of phis. The five cities in the United records are: Memphis, Atlanta, Newton Their records are in the order of course, no one can fail to no South. Memphis, as she has for narrow margin. Memphis for every 100,000 of population, whichend honors shows only 31 murders. To demonstrate how high both a rate in Boston which was only 4%lation. By sections, the rates were afic Coast cities, 9.2; central cities. The claim will naturally be ris due to the presence of the land however, go on to prove that the rate higher than the white rate of any as we have stated before on this blamed in a large degree for the it is because he furnishes so man who know they will never be pr. The South leads the country. Memphis still stands as the most cause this country leads all other stands as the most murderous stands at the head of all her cities figures for 1916 have been compiled, and Memphis is record. Is there any reader so ill informed? The preeminence of Memphis among the recognized for only one thing, and that is for me, this is concerned, it was not necessary to commit it has held the record so long and by so wide is conceded. The figures only serve to show us of the other cities and how far they are by the cities in the United States with the highest of Memphis, Atlanta, New Orleans, Nashville, and records are in the order in which the cities one can fail to note that all of these cities, Memphis, as she has for years, leads; and she begins. Memphis for the year 1916 has 90,000 of population, while Atlanta, which contains only 31 murders for every 100,000 of rate how high both these records are, we reason which was only 4 murders for every 100,000, the rates were as follows: Eastern cities, 9.2; central cities, 12.4; Southern cities, 2.0. It will naturally be made that the high rate of the presence of the large Negro population, on to prove that the white rate of the South in the white rate of any other section of the country, stated before on this very same point, the New large degree for the high murder rate of the city he furnishes so many tempting victims for they will never be punished. South leads the country, and Memphis leads the all stands as the most murderous city in the country leads all other countries. The U.S. the most murderous country in the world, and the head of all her cities. The figures for 1916 have been compiled, and Memphis, Tenn., maintains its record. Is there any reader so ill informed as to ask, what record? The preeminence of Memphis among the cities of the world is recognized for only one thing, and that is for murders. So far as Memphis is concerned, it was not necessary to compile any new figures; she has held the record so long and by so wide a margin that her place is conceded. The figures only serve to show the relative positions of the other cities and how far they are behind Memphis. The five cities in the United States with the highest homicidal records are: Memphis, Atlanta, New Orleans, Nashville and Charleston. Their records are in the order in which the cities are named. Of course, no one can fail to note that all of these cities are in the South. Memphis, as she has for years, leads; and she leads by no narrow margin. Memphis for the year 1916 has 90 murders for every 100,000 of population, while Atlanta, which contends for second honors shows only 31 murders for every 100,000 of population. To demonstrate how high both these records are, we may cite the rate in Boston which was only 4 murders for every 100,000 of population. By sections, the rates were as follows: Eastern cities, 4.9; Pacific Coast cities, 9.2; central cities, 12.4; Southern cities, 21.7. The claim will naturally be made that the high rate of the South is due to the presence of the large Negro population. The figures, however, go on to prove that the white rate of the South is very much higher than the white rate of any other section of the country. And as we have stated before on this very same point, the Negro is to be blamed in a large degree for the high murder rate of the South, but it is because he furnishes so many tempting victims for murderers who know they will never be punished. The South leads the country, and Memphis leads the South; so Memphis still stands as the most murderous city in the world; because this country leads all other countries. The United States stands as the most murderous country in the world, and Memphis stands at the head of all her cities. ANOTHER MYSTERY. Along with the question of tion of God and the disasters from easy explanation of the human suf the causes may be attributed to results from great fires may be at likewise, that which results from to his neglect of the laws of heat find justification for the sudden comes from earthquakes and nature? Shall we say that because an earthquake may come or the must suffer for his ignorance? Or disasters to punish the wicked, a of the innocent? Both of these most rudimentary sense of justice. In the same category with storms was the terrible cold wea York, a city absolutely dependent first time in its history, utterly un there comes the most bitterly col since records of the weather have the inability to get coal was due to therefore the suffering. But the most—the poor and their innocent thought that though God as a ten to suffer the consequences of their them, it is difficult to conceive of weakness to visit dire punishment. Must we say that God is less we forced back upon the doubt of dence that takes cognizance of the with the question of "God and the War" come and the disasters from natural causes. There is a motion of the human suffering brought on by war, may be attributed to man's own sin. The sufferings great fires may be attributed to man's own care, but which results from a great epidemic may be a set of the laws of health and hygiene. But he motion for the sudden and overwhelming sufferings, earthquakes and storms and other cataclysm. We say that because man is ignorant of the fate may come or the path that a storm may for his ignorance? Or shall we say that God punish the wicked, and is disregardful of the sent? Both of these explanations are abhorrent, contrary sense of justice. Same category with such disasters as earth, the terrible cold weather of last week. Here absolutely dependent upon coal for fuel, its history, utterly unable to get it, and at the most bitterly cold weather the city has got of the weather have been kept. It might be to get coal was due to the war, and the war is suffering. But those who were least guilty and their innocent children. Nor can we though God as a tender father might allow his consequences of their wrongdoing in order to difficult to conceive of Him as taking advantage of direct punishment upon them. Say that God is less tender than a human fakel upon the doubt of there being an overruled cognizance of the affairs of men? Along with the question of "God and the War" comes the question of God and the disasters from natural causes. There is a rather easy explanation of the human suffering brought on by war, because the causes may be attributed to man's own sin. The suffering which results from great fires may be attributed to man's own carelessness; likewise, that which results from a great epidemic may be attributed to his neglect of the laws of health and hygiene. But how can we find justification for the sudden and overwhelming suffering which comes from earthquakes and storms and other catastrophes of nature? Shall we say that because man is ignorant of the spot where an earthquake may come or the path that a storm may follow he must suffer for his ignorance? Or shall we say that God sends these disasters to punish the wicked, and is disregardful of the suffering of the innocent? Both of these explanations are abhorrent to the most rudimentary sense of justice. In the same category with such disasters as earthquakes and storms was the terrible cold weather of last week. Here was New York, a city absolutely dependent upon coal for fuel, and for the first time in its history, utterly unable to get it, and at the same time there comes the most bitterly cold weather the city has ever known since records of the weather have been kept. It might be said that the inability to get coal was due to the war, and the war is due to sin; therefore the suffering. But those who were least guilty suffered most—the poor and their innocent children. Nor can we escape the thought that though God as a tender father might allow his children to suffer the consequences of their wrongdoing in order to discipline them, it is difficult to conceive of Him as taking advantage of their weakness to visit dire punishment upon them. Must we say that God is less tender than a human father, or are we forced back upon the doubt of there being an overruling Providence that takes cognizance of the affairs of men? WAR ON PESSIMISM. A new proclamation of war is announced in a news dispatch from Washington. It is a war on pessimism in which Colonel Roosevelt, ex-President and ty, local American, is to be the leader. It seems that the recent reverses on the various European battle fronts have sent the spirits of the Allies down below zero, in keeping with recent weather conditions here. The result has been a feeling that something must be done to stimulate the British and French in their discouragement and that the visit of Col Roosevelt to the Capital will afford an effective means to this end. It is expected that the passage of a universal military training law and the speeding up of the war activities in general will be greatly facilitated through the injection of Mr. Roosevelt's live magnetism. Leaders of both parties in Congress are reported to welcome his cooperation and persuade pretenders are to be put to flight. As a great financier and statesman once said concerning specie payments the way to resume is to resume. So it may be said that the way to wage war is to wage war. If any one individual can convince the other, warring na- been compiled, and Memphis, Tenn., may reader so ill informed as to ask of Memphis among the cities of the thing, and that is for murders. So was not necessary to compile any new so long and by so wide a margin figures only serve to show the relation and how far they are behind Memphis with the highest homicide New Orleans, Nashville and Charles eder in which the cities are named that all of these cities are in the years, leads; and she leads by no the year 1916 has 90 murders for the Atlanta, which contends for secers for every 100,000 of population these records are, we may cite the murders for every 100,000 of population follows: Eastern cities, 4.9; Pacific 12.4; Southern cities, 21.7. Made: that the high rate of the South Negro population. The figures white rate of the South is very much other section of the country. And every same point, the Negro is to be high murder rate of the South, but any tempting victims for murderer unfinished. and Memphis leads the South; so is murderous city in the world; better countries. The United States country in the world, and Memphis is. God and the War" comes the question in natural causes. There is a rather suffering brought on by war, because man's own sin. The suffering which attributed to man's own carelessness, a great epidemic may be attributed to man and hygiene. But how can we and overwhelming suffering which storms and other catastrophes on the man is ignorant of the spot where path that a storm may follow he shall we say that God sends these and is disregardful of the suffering explanations are abhorrent to the use, such disasters as earthquakes and father of last week. Here was New at upon coal for fuel, and for the table to get it, and at the same time and weather the city has ever known been kept. It might be said that the war, and the war is due to sin, who were least guilty suffered children. Nor can we escape the older father might allow his children wrongdoing in order to discipline Him as taking advantage of their upon them. tender than a human father, or are if there being an overruling Provie affairs of men? tions that this country is heart and soul in the war to a finish, Col. Roosevelt is that individual Let him throw his hat in the ring again and flourish the Big Stick' Then pessimism will hide its diminished head and leave the field DEATH PENALTY FOR SOLDIERS. The announcement from Washington that in future no death penalty is to be inflicted by a military court martial in this country without reference to the commander in chief, who is the President of the United States, for review, is a gratifying sign that the wholesale execution of the thirteen soldiers of the Twenty-fourth Infantry was a shock to the conscience of the administration as well as to the country at large Fourteen more of these soldiers are on trial for the same offense. This order of the President assures them of the right of appeal to the commander in chief, in case they are found guilty of the charges preferred against them. In such case it may not be too much to expect that rigors of military justice may be tempered with the mercy of executive discretion. There is much to be urged in mitigation of the crime alleged against all these sol- dirs, and there is reason to believe that the full facts of the matter have not yet been given out. Let us hope that, the judiciary killing of the luckless thirteen has satisfied the full requirements of military discipline. We do not adopt the words of the Brooklyn Daily Eagle and say that the execution was determined upon "to appease the South," but in case that statement was based on fact even the bloody South should be appeased by the result of the first trial. St. Louis Post-Dispatch Major R. R. Moton, successor to Booker Washington at Tuskegee Institute, has served notice on the south that a continuation of political abuse and persecution of Negroes will cost the south the rest of its colored labor. The warning is contained in Principal Moton's annual report for the school. Of the Negroes who already have gone north, he says, "Thousands will never return." Principal Moton takes occasion to say that at Tuskegee the Negro is regarded as belonging to the south, and that the pupils there are urged not to leave that section of the country without careful investigation of the offers from other sections of the country. He says: "The causes of the migration have been in the main economic, but they can be no doubt of the fact that the Negroes, as a rule, have taken advantage of the present opportunity to leave behind them poor schools inadequate police protection and no asperating farming conditions, under which so many of them have worked for so many years." As to the remedies to be adopted by the south, Principal Moton says: "We have tried to impress upon southern white people the necessity of a statesmanlike attitude if the remaining portion of the Negro population is to be made content and serviceable." Principal Moton also warns that the individual employer must act with caution. He advises that tenant conditions be improved and that free seed be supplied when floods or other causes sweep away the farmers' assets. He says that the Negroes are striving for education and better conditions, and that the whites must help or the Negro will go elsewhere. TO ESTABLISH A LIBRARY To the Editor of The New York Age The Colored Young Women's Christian Association of Washington, D.C., in its attempt to establish a library kindly appeals to you for a donation of a useful book, newspaper or free subscription to a magazine. There is no avenue through which the spirit of man can be more effectively influenced for good than reading choice literature. As a New Year's resolve the C. Y. W. C. K would inspire its patrons and members to think, act and live nobly, supervised by choice reading. NELLIE G. FORD, Librarian, 429 Tea St, N, W., Washington, D. C. LEST WE FORGET Rock Hill (B. C.) Messenger. It was a white man, a private Frank Cadue, who was court-martialed and hanged in France upon the charge and conviction of killing a French girl on November 5 "Cadue" was the first of its kind to occur in the American army abroad" Remember that Cadue was a white man, not a Negro. COLUMBIA S. C. Columbia, S. C—Mrs. Mary Etta Smith Starks of Chicago formerly of this city is spending some time here the guest of her mother on Washington street Prof F. M. Stailey, who recently resigned as professor at the State College of South California, to accept a place at Tunkeegee Institute, was here last week Miss Sallie Mae Watson, Sara A. Rhone and Leona Webster of the High School at Florence passed through Columbia last week, returning from Ridge Spring Miss Marguerite L. Gandy, secretary to J. I Atwell of the North Carolina Insurance Company, is spending the week end at her home in Cloo. Miss J. Lee Hatcher of Montgomery, Ala., of the Department of Science and Arts at Howard University, spent the holiday here as a guest of Miss Marguerite L. Rhodes of the Department of Music of the University. She was the guest of honor at many social functions Miss Rixie C Picknoy of Clarks University, was here this week, the guest of Miss Clyde B. Steaverson. Prof W W L. Clark of Morris College was married last week at Rickmond, Va. He met Mrs. Clark while student at Virginia Union University William Williams, who has been in Atlanta for several months has returned home. Miss Virginia M Williams and Miss Susan Williams are spending the hot days at Camden with friends. The South Carolina Negro Race Center will hold its annual meet in this city some time in February. The Negro State Bar Association met at the same time. Miss Thomasaena A Fraser, form a student at Cheney Institute, enter Benedict College last week. Mrs Ethel C Hines of Wilson C. is here the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. R Cornwell. Prof C G Carrett, Jr. of High School, who attended the Des Moines Officer's Training received his commission last and has reported at one of the intern camps. Miss Julia Brout of Laurens W. the city last week a guest, Sarah Richard Carroll in Kiddall H OF INTEREST To WOMEN WHEATLESS BREAD. Dear reader, if you no longer enjoy hot rolls and biscuits by reason of the flour shortage and that affecting high prices, do not worry. the wheatless bread is coming to favor. Not only is the wheatless bread palatable but it is nutritious. Furthermore, it is not expensive. The sweet potato is being drafted as an important ingredient for making wheatless bread. It contains about 45 per cent. of nutrient, which consists largely of starch and sugar, with 55 per cent. water. Here are some wheatless bread recipes. SWEET POTATO BISCUIT Two cups of mashed sweet potatoes, one tablespoonful of melted shortening, one tablespoonful of syrup, one teaspoonful of salt, four teaspoonfuls of baking powder, one well-beaten egg Add sufficient flour to make a stiff dough. Mix in the order given. Half the flour is poured pastry board, the other told like parkerhouse rolls. Brush with milk and then bake for fifteen minutes in a moderate oven. SWEET POTATO AND CORN/BREAD Two: cupfuls of mashed sweet potatoes three tablespoonfuls of melted shortening Beat hard. Bake in well-greased pans, spreading the mixture one inch thick One-half cupful of syrup, one teaspoonful of salt, one well-beaten egg, one cupful of milk, one tablespoonful cupful of sugar, two tablespoonfuls powder Brush the top of this mixture with melted shortening Bake in a hot oven for twenty minutes SWEET POTATO AND CORNMEAL BRIEDDLE CAKES. One cupful of mashed potatoes, one and one-half cupful of cornmeal, one tablespoonful of shortening, two tablespoonfuls of syrup, one teaspoonful of salt, five teaspoonfuls of baking powder, one and one-half cupful of milk, one egg. Mix together the mixture and store in a密封 twenty minutes. Beat the mixture hard and finally bake on a griddle or in well greased waffle iron. Serve, with syrup. SWEET POTATO AND RAISIN BREAD. Two cupils of mashed sweet potatoes, four tablespoonfuls of syrup, two tablespoonfuls of melted shortening, one tablespoonful of salt, one half cupil of water, 80 degrees Fahrenheit, one yeast cake. Rub the sweet potatoes through a fine sieve. Add the syrup, shortening and salt and the yeast take dissolved in the water. Add two cupils of cornmeal and sufficient whole wheat flour to make a stiff dough. Knead for ten minutes. Place in a slightly greased bowl; turn the dough over and set in a warm place of 80 degrees Fahrenheit; turn three and one-half hours to rise. Punch down and then let rise for one hour longer. Add one cupil of raisins. Work well, then mould into loaves. Return to the oven for three quarters to one hour. Bake in a hot oven for tortoise five minutes. SWEET POTATO PUDDING Peel and grate six large sweet potato toes. Place in a bowl and add one and a half cupfuls of milk, one half cupful of syrup, one teaspoonful or nutmeg two well-beaten eggs, one tablespoonful of melted butter. Pour into greased cups and fill the cups in a pan of warm water. Kake in a metal oven for thirty minutes. SWEET POTATO PIE. Line a pie tin with plain pastry. Prepare a filling as follows. One cupful of mashed sweet potatoes rubbed through a fine sieve. Place in bowl and add one tablespoonful of melted butter, one-half cupful of syrup, one teaspoonful of cinnamon, one-half teaspoonful of sugar, one-megquarter teaspoonful of ginger, one cupful of milk, one well-beaten egg, one cupful of vanilla. Mix thoroughly, then pour into a prepared pastry and bake for thirty five minutes in a moderate oven. ALABAMA CORN CRISPS One cupful of cornmeal three tablespoons of shortening one cupful of boiling water. Seal the meal and cook the soup in oil and then place in a bowl and add water. Sweet potatoes one cupful of cornmeal, one well-brown egg one egg cupful of syrup one teaspoonful of salt, one cupful of milk five teaspoonfuls of baking powder. Mix in the order given, then bake in the oven for 10 minutes in a microwave. CORNMEAL SALLY LUND. One at least cut cupfuls of common three tablespoons is t melted shortening Kub the shorter in the meal as you would for pastry Now add four tablespoonfuls of syrup one teaspoonful of salt four teaspersfuls of baking powder one well be a leg ten cupfuls of milk Bear well shot pony into well greased for ten one inch deep Lake in a hot see for twenty minutes Split the total with butter and serve CORNMEAL, GRAHAM, NUT AND RAISIN BREAD. the one cupful of granola if it is too too sweet, take powder from tablepoonful of the one half cupful of shaped prunes, one and three cupful of milk. Bear this to a table, read on inch thick tablepan. Rake for that, read on day old spiced tablespoonfuls on tablespoonfuls say tablepoonfuls. This forms an ideal carried for luncheon for the growing CONDUCTED BY RITA CORN MEAL GINGERBREAD. One cupful of syrup, four tablespoonfuls of melted shortening, one-half teaspoonful of soda, one teaspoonful of salt, one cupful of milk, one egg, two cupfuls of cocoa, one cupful of flour, one cupful of cinnamon, a fruit of cinnamon, one teaspoonful of cloves, one-half teaspoonful of ginger, three tablespoonfuls of cocoa, two tablespoonfuls of baking powder Mix in the order given, then bake in well greased pans, spreading one inch thick. BAKED SQUASH WITH CHEESE. Three cupfuls mashed cooked squash, one cupful grated cheese, two teaspoonfuls salt, one and one-half teaspoonfuls paprika, one-half teaspoonful pepper, two tablespoonfuls fat, one egg, two cupfuls bread crumbs, one-half cupful sugar, one-half teaspoonful milk, seasonings and one tablespoonful of melted fat. Separate the yolk from the white of the egg Beat the yolk and add to the first mixture Beat the white until stiff, and fold it in lightly Grease a baking-dish, add the mixture to it, cover the top of the mixture with bread crumbs, bake in a moderately 'hot oven about thirty minutes or until the bread crumbs are well browned. CARROT PIE. One cupful stewed carrot (mashed fine), half a cupful sugar, one egg, half a teaspoonful each cinnamon and ginger and milk enough to fill pie, first line pie plate with crust, then beat egg and sugar, together, adding the spices, carrot and milk, bake in hot oven twenty minutes. FRITTERS Two eggs well beaten, two tablespoonfuls butter, two tablespoonfuls salt, one teaspoonful baking powder, one cupful sour cream or milk; stir eggs, sugar and salt together, then the cream or milk, flour enough to make a stiff batter with the baking powder when fruit is raw always drop here. A HINT OR TWO When pouring out tea one sometimes is allowed to find the tea will run down the spout. To prevent this rub a little butter around the outside of the spout. Lam boots when mud-stained may be cleaned with a cut raw potato. Leave there till dry, then apply boat cream or beeswax and turpentine and polish as it removes cream spots from embroidered centerpieces or doilies dampen the spoon with household ammonia, then lay a fresh piece of blotting paper over it and iron lightly. This treatment will remove a grease from white goods. Brooms should always hang when not use. Have a hole bored through the handle of the broom from the large enough to slip over an ordinary nail. When left on the floor a broom soon loses its shape and will not do good work. Place pulverized pumice stone between the lavers of a folded piece of soft muslin and stitch around the edge to keep the powder from spilling. Wipe lamp chimneys or window panes with a damp cloth. The will become clean and sparkling in the air. Enough powder will remain in the cloth to be used many times. Get a small whiskbroom and soak it until the straws are soft and plable and you will end it very useful when dusting a room, for it sweeps the dust of the couch crevices, cleans the disty radiator and reaches the tiny cobbwebs in the room. A soft paint brush will allow the broom to be better. A child's toy broom is even better than the small whiskbroom. To keep iron sinks and iron kettles smooth and free from rust, never use soap in cleaning them. Wash them in the water in which potatoes have been boiled, using a well-boiled potato to rub any spot which may have become rough or rusted, afterward rinsing clean with water. By cleaning in this way they will always be smooth and free from rust. To make your white kid shoes like new that are past cleaning, get a tencent package of dress dye, take one fourth of the package, put in an old teacup pouring water over the shoes and brush in dye with common vegetable brush give them two coats. You may also match your suit. A waterproof coat may be given by procuring a cleaning paste the shade of the shoe. Try rubbing a spot of fresh paint off with a piece of the same fabric. Celery leaves may be dried, pulverized and bottled to use as a seasoning. Beans, milk, peas, cress and peanuts are fermented in food value. In a glass jar retires to open, set it top down in an inch of two of hot water. Tomatoes which are not fully ripe on the vines may be set in the sun to finish. The lighter colors of tomatoes the heavier ones should be treated as centrifuges. New eggs may be frozen in vinegar and hung up to dry will give a more brilliant light and a longer REMEDIES FOR STAINS. FRUIT STAINS Stretch the fabric containing the stem over the mouth of a bacte and pour boiling water on the stem. In cold weather frist spots can be removed by hanging the garment out of doors. If the stem is cut off by tearing the stem article in a weak solution of oxalic acid or hold the stem over funne of sublime. MACHINE-OIL STAINS My boyfriend is a mathematician and so often gets on his clothes from the machines. I find that if I wet the grape spots in kerosene then proceed to wash it usual and all come out clean. I am also able to plie an operation that all wives who have to contend with this kind of trouble should know it. TO CLEAN A CARPET OR RUG. Cut a bar of good white soap into small pieces and add one quart of hot water and set on the back of stove until the soap is dissolved, then add one pint of gasoline, and mix thoroughly (doing this away from the fire and covering the vessel when not in use), then with a stiff brush rub the mixture thoroughly into the rug as it is stretched on the floor. With a thin, sharp piece of board scrape the paste well off the rug and wipe carefully with a damp cloth. After all the rug has been wiped off, allow the air to circulate freely until the rug is quite dry and all the fumes of the gasoline gone TO REMOVE SHINY LOOK FROM BLACK BILK DRESS. Dissolve one tablespoonful of cooking soda in one quart of water, and sponge the silk, wringing out the sponge as dry as possible. Then take one quart of water and add two tablespoonfuls of honey, hold ammonia and sponge the silk again. INK STAINS soak in sour milk, if a dark stain appears, or a weak solution of cidrate of high BLOOD STAINS. Soak in cold salt water, then wash in water with plenty of soap. After ward, boil. GRA8S 8TAINS. Saturate the spot thoroughly with kerosene, then put in the wash-tub. HOT TEA AND COFFEE STAINS. Soak the stained fabric in cold water, wring, spread out and pour a few drops of each spot. Let it stand several hours, then wash with cold water and soak. IRON BUST. Soak the stam thoroughly in lemon juice, spice it up and bleach for 30 minutes, then thanks to the sun. GREASE SPOTS. Hot water and soap generally remove these. It fixed by long standing, ether, chloroform or naphtha. All three of these must be kept a safe distance from either tire or artificial light. PITCH, WHEEL GREASE OR TAR STAINS. Suffen the stains with lard, then soak in turpentine. With a knife scrape off carefully all the loose surface dirt. Sponge clean with turpentine and rub gently till dry. MILDEW Soak in a weak solution of chlorid of lime for several hours. Rinse in cold water SEWING-MACHINE OIL STAINS. Rub with lard, let stand for several hours, then wash with cold water and soap. WEDDING INVITATIONS Not for many years, perhaps never before, have so many weddings been celebrated in this country as during the last twelve months, and many more are scheduled for the winter months and spring. Most of these weddings are in the destination country, and in is very bad taste now, with our country at war, especially since most of the weddings are military. But even if the wedding is to be very quiet there are certain rules which should be followed, for in any function a certain formality is necessary to give the wedding a certain appearance. The military note lends itself very beautifully to decoration and is m excellent taste for the home wedding and may be followed to a certain extent even in the church. Most people are so busy these days, however, and expense is such an important item, that the fashion to decorate for the wedding or even to have an display of any kind But every girl wants something which will distinguish her wedding day from other days, and if the wedding is military, as both she and the groom are giving up a great deal for their country, it is certainly permissible for her to have a dandy gown and even a misty veil, perhaps the latter the same that her mother has worn, and to have her mother gathered about her for her bridal. Here are a few simple rules that custom has made correct for the wedding day and which may be modified to suit the occasion and come within the amount which may properly be expended by the parents of the bride, or whoever is bearing the expenses of the wedding. Where wedding invitations are used they are issued not later than fifteen days before the date set for the marriage. Care circumstances and not inflexible rule must be the guide in regard to the distribution of wedding cards. If a bride is an orphan she issues her invitations in the name of her nearest surviving relative. If both her parents are living the invitations are sent out in their names or in, if only one is living it is customary to send them out in his or her name. If the bride neither whether married or not, the person in whose name his sister's wedding cards are issued the wording on the cards would be something like this: "Mr Jane Howard Maxwell requests the honor of your presence at the marriage of his sister, Mary, etc." If a married woman must guests to her sister's wedding the invitations would properly be in such a form as this: "Mr and Mrs Aley request the pleasure of company at the marriage of Mr. Jane's sister, Mary, etc." An uncle aunt or a aunted brother would also indicate the exact relationship giving always the bride's name in full. Should the marriage be arranged to take place at the house of a friend the wording of the invitations would take some time to read it. "The pleasure of your company is requested at the marriage of Miss Mary Meredith to Mr. Richard Cranston on such and such a date a half after four o'clock at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. William Saunderson, Richmond Hill." Many customs have been changed or entirely overthrown during the war, but many are sending out written invitations where formerly cards were sent. Some are merely making announcements in the papers and calling friends over the phone. But whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing properly, and if you are notifying the friends of the bride, it is certainly more courteous to let them know in some pretty formal way, if possible to do so, without going to undue trouble and expense. When a bride has lost her mother or father and the remaining parent has married again, her cards are issued in the name of her own parent and her step-parent. The wording, however, is more elaborate, whose child she is less, as is sometimes the case, she prefers, through her affection for her step-parent, not to have the distinction made. Ordinarily the wording on the wedding cards of the stepdaughter takes this form: "Mr and Mrs. Paul Dunstan request the pleasure of your company at the marriage of Mr. Dunstan and Eleanor Newell," or "Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dunstan request the honor of your presence at the marriage of Mr. Dunstan's daughter, Olivia" Where the invitations are to a church wedding frequently cards are enclosed, as follows. Please present this card at Church on Monday, ... 1918. But when invited to it in lieu of not, strive for simplicity in all of your wedding plans.—New York Evening Telegram DOVER N J Dover. N J—Gaines A M E Mission Sunday School services were observed at 1:30; preaching at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. The Christmas tree exer- cies began the mission was a decided success. Mrs Pearl Carrish is confined to the hospital. Mrs Dora Crossman and friends of Mountain Lakes, N. J., attended the Christmas exercises. Bogna M Sutherland and Mrs Grace Boggs spent Sunday in Morristown. BAYONNE. N. I. BAYONNE, N J—Mrs. Marcus Thomas of West 44th street, who has been indisposed, is much improved and able to perform her daily duties. S. Peter's A M E. Zion Sunday School held its Christmas exercises, consisting of carols, dialogues and recitations, Thursday evening, December 27. Miss Elean Johnson officiated at the piano and Miss Frances G. Mullard was musical directress. Miss James N. Samuel, Battery D, 349th street, Artillery, Camp Dix, N. J., while on farlough for several days, is spending a part of the time visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Gregory, 93 W. 18th street. The Sewing Circle will meet at the residence of Mrs. Robert Thompson, 104 W. 44th street, on Tuesday evening, Jan. 8 at 8 p.m. All are welcome. Little Miss Mildred Pinkard of New York, Mrs. C. W. Mulford, 7, A. W. Mulford, W. Mulford, at 7, A. W. street ADD JJ:RSEY CITY The Christmas tree exercises of Bethlet last Thursday evening were of high order. The program was in charge of Miss Nellie Bumly, assisted by Superintendent F. F. Thomas and Mrs. H. H. Anderson, endowed of the program, Santa Claus, became master of the situation and made the children's hearts glad with the many presents from the tree. Sunday services at Bethlet were poorly attended because of the very cold weather. At 11 a.m. the pastor's theme was "The Consolation of grace" on the "Magit's Visit" at 3 p.m. the Rev R. C. Jukins, pastor of Salem Baptist Church, assisted by the Rev Mogan Huckleck of the Baptist Temple New York, preached a good sermon on "The Great Commission." Watching services were well attended. The Rev R. C. Jukins, pastor of Salem Baptist Church, Sunday is a commuting holy baptism and accession to full membership. PASSAIC. N. I. Passaic, N. J.-Mrs. Wm. Sewell was the guest of Mrs. M. McMalloy 13 Calu mer street, Newark Christmas day Mrs. Brown 86 Burges place, gave a large Christmas dinner to her family, Mr. Kyles, 86 Burges plea e who cut his foot very badly two weeks ago is improving Miss Mary E. Garner presented $30 to Rev. and Mrs Dillard as a Christmas gift Thurday evening, Dev. 27 the Mt Zion Baptist Sunday School gave a bimonth treat to children and others who participated Many hearts were made glad by their gift A program was rendered by the young people, com ming soles and anatomies Next Sunday the inspected day at the Mt Zion Baptist Church B. H Greene, 106 Park Avenue, Pater son is on the sick list with a serious attack of laprine. The A M F Z on Sunday School held their Christmas exercises on Friday evening. Dec 28 A canata was renamed by the school entitled The Fairy Godmother and Santa Claus. The parish Godmother and Mrs. Lailah Fells Santa Claus Master Henry Benson, St Nicholas Miss Lance Daworth, Cinderella Miss Mary Snart, Columbia Master Howard Peterson, Uncle Sam Master Freed and Herry Crawford soldier Miss Lesa Low Daworth Irwin, Uncle Sam Lauyan Seoul teacher Miss Lauyan Barker and presents The Rev. C Williams was remembered with a gift nurse from the members and friends Lauyan body camped the side and necropsy freely served by the Sunday School Mr. and Mrs. Nath Pennettell entertained at Christmas dinner L. Le Grande entertained Mrs. H. Sayway evening guests entertained Mrs. H. Sayway Lillian Simmons, Miss A. Miss C. Boyler. WASHINGTON LETTER Washington, Bureau, Tribune, Vol. Axx. 109. F. S. N. W. Mise Jeannette Carter. Manager. Washington, D. C.—Washingtonians who attended the mid-winter meeting of the N. A. A. C. p. wore Deane Kelly Miller, Goorge W. Cook, Mrs. A. H. Glenn, Noal Thomas, Miss Charlotte Hunter, Mrs. Coralie Franklin Cook, Prof. L. M. Hershaw, Mrs. Alice Nelson Williams and Attorney James A. Cobb, who represented A. M. Grimke, president of the district branch, who had preside over the session of the American Negro Academy of which he is president. Mrs. Coralie Carter, president of the Woman Wage Earners' Association, who has been suffering with neuritis for several weeks, has gone to Harrisburg, Pa., where she is under the professional care of her brother, Dr. C. Lennon Carter. Harlan Allen Carter and W. Justin, Jr., students in the college department of Howard University, returned to Harrisburg, Pa., with their mother, Mrs. W. Justin Carter, who spent a part of the Christmas holidays here, and Rochelle R. Tuckegue, a student at Howard University, dined on Christmas day at the home of Whitfield McKinley. Last Friday evening the Howard University basketball team played the Incorporates in New York at the Manhattan Casino, under the direction of Spurgeon Burke. Miss Alice G. Martin of the Printing Office is visiting in New York for the holidays. Dr. T. E. Shelton of Hagerstown, M.D., calls a caller at The Age bureau last week. He was chaperoned by Dr. Edward Harris The twenty-first annual meeting of the American Negro Academy was held at the Twelfth Street Branch of the Y. M. C. A. on Thursday and Friday of last week. The general subject was "The Migration of the Negro." Last Sunday evening the choir of Asbury M. E. Church rendered a choral cantata entitled "The First Christmas," in four parts. The choir was in excellent voice and music beautifully rendered. In spite of the inclementity of the weather a large congregation met on Friday. Deputy Marshall and Mrs. James Howard had as their guest for Christmas their son, Leroy Howard, and Miss Janie Naultock of Harrisburg, Fa. A handsome solid silver, gold-lined loving cup sixteen inches high and half a foot in diameter was placed in the window of the Industrial Savings Bank last week. This beautiful and lively cup, to be sold by an admirably engraved, to the lady or gentleman who sells the highest number of voting coupons in the big moving picture contest. Attorneys Harry I. Tignor and Fred C. McIntosh, two of the youngest members of the court, guided themselves last week in Criminal Court, No. 1, by securing an acquittal by the grand jury of James Davis, indicted by the grand jury for housebreaking. The case attracted unusual attention, owing to the fact that Davis was first arrested as a suspect during a murder case, and held several days in connection with the Annapolis investigation. Under authority of the Secretary of War, and the approval of the Adjutant General of the National Guard of the District of Columbia, Col. J. A. Dapray, U. S. A., an additional battalion composed of colored men is to be organized in the District of Columbia, Quartermaster General of the District of Columbia, Stuart, the Quartermaster Corps, held a meeting at the Pythian Temple, Twelfth and You streets, N. W., on Sunday last, to explain the scheme to all men between the ages of 18 and 45 years. Colonel Dapray, Lieut Col Brooks and Judge Robert H Terrell of the Municipal Court, and others were present. 'When the King Left His Throne' was the title of a Christmas cantata rendered by the King on Monday night, with seventy-five participants. The Rev W. H. Dean was director and Mrs N. F. Proctor accompanist. on Tuesday evening last, the Sons of Rush, presented Prof S. C. Snuggs, president of Livingstone College, Salarybury, C. C. at John Wesley A. School, an educator of great ability, a close student and a pleasing and instructive speaker. The Emancipation Proclamation was read, and music was furnished for the occasion by the chair of John Wesley A. M. E. Church of Salarybury, president of M. D. Dutton secretary and J H M. Strong, chairman of the program committee. RAHWAY N L RADWAY, N. J. Mrs John Taylor, Jr. 31 Union place, is seriously ill at home with congestion of the lungs William M Maize, son of Mr. and Mrs Charles A Maize, 228 Maize avenue who is attending Howard University, Washington, D. C. spent his Christmas vacation with his parents and friends here Berwyn McCaskill, son of Mrs Sarah McCaskill, of Newark, formerly of this city, who spent his Hamilton Institution vacation, but has spent his Christmas vacation here visiting relat. and friends The Ebenezer, M. E. Church in central avenue to the scene of an enjoyable Christmas gathering last Thursday evening when the Sunday school rendered its Christmas program. After the exercises were over the gifts were given to the children, William Baize and Brown McCaskill were given substantial purses by the members of the school. The former repeated the Lord's Praise in Spanish and made timely remarks in which he expressed his appreciation of the good will of the children. The latter then made a brief talk in which he thanked the school for its kindness. The Key, and Mrs. Alfred Wright, 208 Martha avenue, entertained the former's Little Joseph Wright and James Worst during the holidays. They also entertained the Pearson of Rhinebeck, N. The Dunbar Improvement Club of the Second Baptist Church will give an oyster supper in the church January 10 Little Thirta Gibbs, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. H. Gibbs, had a Christmas tree in her honor at the home of her grandmother's, Mrs. L. Edna Holden, at which she was remembered by her two grandmothers, a great aunt and uncle and two great aunts and a great great uncle LAKEWOOD N J LAKEWARD, N J — The Christmas exercises were well attended last Tuesday night at the Sixth Street Baptist Church. Baptism was conducted by the Rev. A. G. Young Sunday night. Several joined the Miss Tirresa Swan of Brooklyn was here for the holidays, visiting Mr. and Mrs. Walker and daughter. A parlor social was given by the Misses Mosley and Walker at Miss Walker's home. A Christmas dinner was given by Mrs. Geo. R Curreau at her home Christmas day. The soldier boys of Lakewood spent Christmas with their parents. Mrs Perkins, daughter of Mr. and Mrs Mason, is ill at her home on John street Her sister from New York City is at her bedside. The Misses Louse and Bernice Miley are here for the holidays from the Borsalino parlor social at Mrs. Wiley's house to give a parlor social at Mrs. Wiley's house to Mr. and Mrs Harvey and son left Lakewood last Saturday to visit friends in New York City. Mrs Braggdon, trained nurse from Atlantic City, is at the home of Mrs. Summer for New Years. Miss Corrine Fitzgerald entertained six of our clock tea at her home last Thursday. Miss Lillian Payne of Whiting, N. J., is spending the holidays at her mother's home, Mrs Chambers. The Christmas exercises of Macedonia Baptist Church were admirably presented by the children. The exercises were careful and night light held. The A. M. E. Zion Church held its Christmas exercises last Thursday night and were well attended. PLAINFIELD, N. L. PLANFIELD, N. J.—The grand musical Christmas cantata sung at Mount Zion A. M. E. Church Sunday evening, December 16, by the choir was so excellently rendered that upon request it was repeated Wednesday evening, December 19, at Bethel Presbyterian Chapel, E. 5th street, in addition to usual Sunday night services. The pastor of the chapel, M. A. F. Church, played piano. Those attending the cantata at both the A. M. F. Church and the chapel agreed that such a rare musical treat was worth going a long distance to hear. Much praise is due every member of the A. M. E. choir, its proficient choirmaster, Alfred White, and the able assistance given at the chapel by the Rev. Mr. Imes C. Ballard of Brooklyn is, a two weeks' guest, of his sister, Mrs. M. J. Winnfield, queen of W. 4th street, left last week to spend the holidays with relatives and friends in Oxford and Durham, N. C. Mr. and Mrs. A Lamhert entertained at Christmas dinner C. E. Epps. Their daughter, Miss Gladys, entertained Miss Margarette Johnson of the ebster, Pa. M. Margarette Johnson of the somerville, N. J. were Christmas day guests of Mrs Taylor and mother, Mrs. J Johnson, E. 4th street. Sterling Harrington of Littleton, N C., is the holiday guest of his sister, Mrs M F Hawkins. Richmond street J. Gates years a smile that would come off if his wife presented him for Christmas a fine baby girl, born Christmas morning. Wm Jones, Jr of E. 4th street, who broke his leg, is in the hospital and is much improved. Wm Mayhew of W. 4th street who broke his leg on the same day is not mending rapidly was the guest of Miss I. Walker, West 2nd street. Mrs. Mary Stats, New York avenue, Stocle Plains, gave a Christmas tree party to the children of Saint Thomas' Church, Friday evening, December 28 at which singing music and recitations were on the program. The guests of honor on the occasion were Mrs. Peterson and daughters, Mrs Joseph Dumham of Filmore avenue, Nara Felton of Lakewood was the holiday queen of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Pickens, W. 4th street. After three months of rehearsing for their third minstrel show, the Kline brothers gave a fine performance Thursday evening, December 20 in the auditorium of the Plainfield high school. The spacious auditorium was taxed to capacity. The singing and jokes were greatly enjoyed. Fred Kline, as a minister, and Sasfras, captor of the Kaiser, and Eddie Ford's different songs brought forth great applause. Henry Vanlakehle's solo was well rendered. Withur Willim immersion of the Kaiser and Elma prescience of the Kaiser were cleverly played. Wm Kline, Jr., interlucifer, acted well his part and deserves credit for such an enjoyable entertainment Services were omitted in a great many churches Sunday on account of the extreme cold. There is much suffering among the poor who are not able to purchase coal in large quantities. Edward Ford, Richmond street, after presenting the has returned home to await further orders. John M. Stewart W. 3rd street, returned home from Virginia last week with some home products. Jessie Marsh, 320 Plainfield avenue gave a five-course dinner to friends Sunday, December 30, in honor of her brother-in-law James Butler, a soldier from Camp Dix, N. J. New York. New York spent the holiday the guest of Miss Fila Brown, 323 Plainfield avenue. Mrs I. C Ingrum of Plainfield avenue, left Monday to spend the remainder of the holidays with her aunt, Mrs Joseph Walker, 18 Liberty street, Long Branch N. J. Mrs F. V. Lefteris and sister, Gertrude Chapman Plainfield avenue, spent Christmas holiday with relatives and friends in New York and New Jersey. She was observed at Shiloh Sunday in spite of the cold. The day's offering was $23.33 LEXINGTON, VA LUXSTON, V. H. I. A Jamison was host at a reception at the home of Mr. Burrell White on Tuesday, December 18th, 1981. And Mrs. Burrell, and Mrs. Mrs. W. L. Leips, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Hoffman, Mr. and Mrs. John M. Jotta, Mr. and Mrs. Hugh A. Wool liams, Mesdames J. R. Price, James gans, Marcella Eastman, Misses W White, Margret Brown, Mayo Barrow and Bessie Atkinson. A hotel innac con was served. FLORENCE, S. C. Florence, S. C.—Misses Leona Maa Webster and Miss Sailie Maa Watson of the city Grammar School now spending the Christmas holidays at Miss Watson's home at Miss Springs, S. C They will also visit Augusta, Ga; Columbia, S. C., and Susan. Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Whetley, of Richmond, Va., spent a short stay here recently. JAMES W. JOHNSON SPEAKS AT HAMPTON. Hampton, Va.—James W. Johnson, contributing editor of The Ace, was the emancipation orator at Hampton Va. New Year's day. The excercises were held in the gymnasium of the Hampton Institute and were attended by 2,800 people. A battalion of troops from Fort Myers attended. The committee pronounced it the largest and most enthusiastic emancipation celebration ever held by the citizens of Hampton. 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Mostly Furnished Rooms for Transient or Permitted Guests CENTRALLY LOCATED 449 SEVENTH AVENUE, N. V. 90. 34th and 25th St. New York, N.Y. R. WUNDER THE LAWS HOUSE PROWL CHELSEA IS Handmade farmed rooms. First-rate accompilation for permitted or trimmed guests. MRS. L. D. LAWS, Prob. 245 W. 20th Street. Oct. 7th & 8th Ave. Don't Fall to Visit the New Colored Gliding Rooms of the HOTEL PRESS EUROPEAN AND AMERICAN PLAE Makers and recipients of popular walker & press. Proportions 10-21 W. 130th St. N.Y. 100-222 THE STAGE-MUSIC-ATHLETICS MILITARY BALL OF 367TH INFANTRY (BY LESTER A. WALTON.) TO-DAY Uncle Sam's khaki-clad warrior bold is the man of the hour with the ladies whether on or off the field of battle; he is now the "Prince Charming," the modern Romeo in the eyes of the gentler sex and all others must play second fiddle. For sometime I have entertained suspicions that such a condition existed, but surmise gave way to conviction after attending the military ball New Year's eve at the Seventy-first Regiment Armory, Thirty-fourth street and Park avenue, given under the auspices of the 367th Infantry Welfare League. There was a time, and not so very long ago, when the gentleman in evening clothes won the admiring glances of the pretty belles and he strutted about the ballroom floor in peacock fashion surrounded every minute by a flock of infatuated maidens. But nowadays at a dance a dress suit is no more of a magnet than a pair of overalls. It is the soldier boy in khaki who is the cynosure of all eyes and has a monopoly on all dances. Monday evening at the Seventy-first Regiment Armory I saw a young man who enjoys the reputation of being a heart-breaker, playing a most pitiful role. He arrived at the ball with a smile as expansive as the bosom of his dress shirt and looking spick and span; but it was not long before his Beau Brummel found out that it was not his evening to shine; that the soldier boys were in the spotlight. - The only time the civilian found himself in demand was when some attractive miss appealed to him to buy some sort of a souvenir for the soldiers. But last Monday evening's affair was a military ball given for the members of the 367th Regiment; therefore, it was very nice of the ladies to shower on the soldiers their attention and winning smiles. As to whether the civilian should have been given the zero reception in another matter, even if some of the young men in evening clothes were heard declare that Camp Upton was quite a distance away and the soldiers would not be able to attend all the dances this season. A goodly number joined with the draftees in dancing out the old year and dancing in the new. The manner of celebration was very much in keeping with the spirit of the times. A martial atmosphere permeated every nook and corner of the big armory, and while jollity and congeniality prevailed when the old army ceremony of sounding the "taps" of the old year and the "reveille" of the new year was held, there was a serious note throughout it all. Col. James A. Moss of the 367th Regiment and his staff were among those present and applauded the singing of the regimental song, "See It Through," by the drafted men. The song was written by Private George Battle and dedicated to Colonel Moss. The number, which has a nice swing, was sung in animated fashion by the draftees, many of whom possess good singing voices. There is every indication that the 367th Regiment will live up to the flattering prediction made by Marc Klaw, the prominent theatrical man, who is head of the Military Entertainment Service Commission, that "the colored boys at Camp Upton are going to attract general attention as entertainers." The dance music for the evening was furnished by the regimental band under E. E. Thompson, the well-known and talented director, who is bending every effort to make his musical organization one of the best in the army. Before coming to the United States Bandmaster Thompson was a musician in the British Army, and his experience should now serve him in good stead. The band made a most favorable impression with those dancing the light fantastic. The colored commissioned officers of the regiment, headed by Capt. Walter B. Williams, were out in force and no one should marvel why the women folks are so impressionable. The young officers are clean cut and look well in their uniform. One of the nattiest of the natty is Lieut "Eddie" Brown, a favorite in Harlem. Another popular "Harlemite" who is a member of the 367th Regiment is Perkinson, the former fast little basketball player "Perky" is not yet a commissioned officer, but hopes to be some day. The only civilians whose "voices seemed to have any sound to them" Monday evening were those of Charles W. Anderson and George W. Lattimore, first vice-president and secretary, respectively, of the 367th Infantry Welfare League. But they were busy looking after the interests of the soldiers and not looking for dances with the ladies. Even with his silk tile George Lattimore knew that the civilian was persona non grata and acted accordingly. The only advice I can give to those who have been "big screams" in the past at dances in their dress suits is to live in hopes of a brighter day—to lay low and say nothing until the khaki goes out of fashion as all styles change—some time. But if the dress suits are moth-eaten and antiquated when the civilian once more comes into his own just take things philosophically and sing the song about "It Might Have Been Worse." The drafted men walked about with soldierly mien, showing the beneficial results from training and discipline. Good luck to Colonel Moss and his 367th Regiment, known as the "Buffaloes." Next week's attraction at the Lattice Theatre will be one of the greatest of all mystery plays. Scenic by Paidpate, which was written by L. Cohan. The play is a drama of Lil' Derr Biggers, a boy with the name, and George Cohan showed it a keen eye for dramatic material when he picked out the story and dressed it up in stage clothes. The scene of the play is at a Baidpate Inn, a summer hotel atop of a lofty mountain. It is in the dead of winter, and a terrific snow storm is raging outside. But hold, there goes the curtain up now and we can see what it is all about. The caretaker and his wife are in the office, lighting up the fires and preparing the place for occupancy. They have been told that a visitor is coming, and are puzzling over his mission when he arrives. William Hollowell Magge, who has made a fortune writing dime novels, is the aforesaid visitor. He has wagered $5,000 with his friend, the proprietor, that he can write a complete story in twenty-four hours. He is shown to his room and the busy click of his typewriter is heard as he begins pounding out his manuscript. Safe in his pocket reposes the original and only key to Baldpate, and he has the assurance of the keeper that he will not be disturbed. Now the action starts in earnest. The second 'only and original' key makes its appearance in the possession of an 'accelerator' of public opinion, working in the interests of a transition magnate who is trying to secure valuable con- cessions from the city. Two hundred crisp $1,000 bills are counted upon as an argument of powerful persuasive force. In rapid succession the other live "only and original" keys appear. A woman newspaper reporter who has been "tapped off" to what Magee is trying to accomplish keys No 3 Peter, the hermit, a picturesque and extremely amusing character, has a key. Key No 5 is in the possession of a charming adventures who has been lured to the "desolate" hotel by the prospect of getting possession of the huge bribe fund. There is then the crooked mayor and his "Man Friday," the bribing traction magnate and finally the owner of the Inn. It wouldn't be fair to the producers or to future audiences to reveal the whole plot. The finish of the first act finds all the principal characters lined up in the office of the inn, towering before a shiny-barrelled pistol in the hands of Author Magee. That is the most amusing situation of an unusually amusing play. The adventures, in indignation, accuses the mayor's crooked aide, the aide accuses the mayor, the mayor accuses the traction magnate, the traction magnate wrathfully denounces his "go between". Peter, the hermit, advances the center of the stage "You're all a bunch of crooks," he shrieks, "I hope you are all sent to jail for life and that the prison burns down." In the second act, there is a murder in which the victim returns to life and a thrilling but of gun play that keeps the audience in real suspense. The tables are turned on Magee and he himself a prisoner at the mercy of the men whose fate he holds in his hands. The hermit saves him from being murdered and the curtain goes down with the crisp roll of bills blazing merrily in the fireplace. Just as you are getting up to leave, tugling with excitement, the curtain rises again. The proprietor of the inn rushes in to explain it is all a joke on his friend, the author. He hired a vaudeville troupe to enact the various roles just to convince Magee of the absurdity of the melodramatic stories he has, been writing. You expect the final fall of the curtain, but it doesn't drop. Instead the telephone bell rings. The clicking of the typewriter stops and Magee, with a finished manuscript in his hand, comes out of the room. His friend, the inn proprietor, is at the other end of the wire. "Yep, just finished my yarn," he is heard to say. And it's a real thriller You're in it, too." MISS EVANS' RECITAL TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, ALA—Miss Lilian Evans of Washington, D.C., appeared in song recital in the Tuskegee Institute Chapel Monday evening, December 24, in a program of pleasant riffs and effectiveness. Last June Miss Evans was graduated with high muscular honors at Howard University, Washington, and made her formal debut in a recital which captured the city of Washington. During the past summer she studied under Dr George Sweet, studio Metropolitan Building, New York City, and has also had the counsel and guidance of Harry T Burleigh, the well-known composer and baritone. Miss Evans possesses a clear, resonant voice of great flexibility and compass. As the Washington *Eagle* says, "Her tone coloring is remarkably accurate, and reveals an unusual and sympathetic understanding of musical composition." Her program was made up of selections designed to indicate her versatility, and from the first number to the last she was enthusiastically applauded by the officers, teachers and students alike, who had gathered to the number of nearly two thousand in the Institute Chapel to welcome her to Tuskegee Institute and to listen to her beautiful voice. Miss Evans was assisted at the piano by Miss Clairea Mae Scott, a Pukekoegra graduate, as of 1916 who was a student at the Bradford Academy for Ford, Mass. but who has been her mother, Mr. and Mrs. Evans. Scott during the Christmas holiday on Mr. Evans's birthday was singing the carol of the season. 2 Her Since the Day 3 Aims from opera Louise Miss Lans 3 Instrumental, Gryatte F. Mille Bach Saint Saints Miss Cloete Mie Scott 4 (a) Deep River, Negry Melody Burleigh, (b) Mavourneun, Irish Melody, Lang, (c) My Laddie, Scoten Melody, Thayer, (d) Mammay, Cook, Miss Evans 5 Instrumental (a) Warum, Bachelet, (b) Grillen, Miss Clarissa Mae Scott 6 There Nut (Dearest Night, Bachelet, (b) II Nege (Tis Snowing) Bemberg, Miss Evans 7 The Orchestra 8 (a) The Spirit Flower, Campbell-Tipten, (b) Just You, Burleigh, c) The Stars, S Caleridge-Taylor, (d) La Zingara (The Gypsy Maid), Demizetti, Miss Evans. Following the concert in the Institute Chapel, the Music Lovers' Club of the Institute gave a reception in Miss Evans' honor at the Woman's clubroom. On Thursday evening following Miss Evans appeared in concert recital at Montgomery, Alabama, at the Old Ship A M E Zion Church, under the auspices of the Kings Daughters Club, the concert arrangements being managed by V H Tulane, a trustee of Tuskegee Institute. On January 4, Miss Evans is to sine in Atlanta, Ga, at the First Congregational Church of which Dr H H Proctor is pastor, and continues her tour northward, including such cities as Durham, Greensboro and Enfield, N C. reaching home in one to take up her regular duties as a Kindergarten teacher in the Woshing Public schools. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person in a dynamic pose, possibly dancing or performing an action. Due to the low resolution and lack of detail, no text can be clearly identified. EDGAR CONNOR Who plans to leave the stage and go into business. MADAME HACKLEY IN PRINCETON. Princeton N. J. on December 8th the Witherspoon School presented Mme E. Azalia Hackley, who gave a recital before a large and appreciative audience which filled the Mt Pisgah A. M. E. Church until standing room was at a premium. From every point of view the recital was a great success and there is demand for a return en-agement in Princeton Miley's wonderful voice, brilliant humor, containin a lecturer presenting from of her broad experience a osophy of every day life, making her one of the gr American women Every town should have Mige cause of the uplifting infle message in song and sto W. T. WOODEN J. W. MODED COOPER, The Ventrilloquist. HARTFORD, CONN The senior by the conductor of the concert Mr. Zoon Chip, conducted the concert His Lords Amidst an appropriate audience, Mrs. Leth, Dixon Moor directed the chau The Woman's League, organized a year ago has begun active preparations for service. A campaign was begun December 12 to raise $1,000 to open a community house and help adjust conditions for the newcomers. This call has been heeded, the league receiving checks from $1 to $100, bringing the campaign fund to $400. The league has been helped by some of Hartford's noted philanthropists. A letter was received from the mayor endorsing the movement and a check for honorary membership. There will be a grand rally for all the churches January 6 at 3 pm at the Union Baptist Church for the benefit of the league at which meeting Mrs Mary Church Terrell of Washington, D.C. will be the speaker. The president Mrs Sulney Johnson has spared no pains to make the meeting a big success. The Woman's Camp Pure Girls gave a recital and dance at Solys Academy Friday evening, December 28 The Misses A and M Hekman spent the holidays with their mother A location we ever Thursdays serving in honor, the fifty Harrison drafts for the National Army. It was held at the Edison Street Conference Church and was under the auspices of the Monsieurial Alliance. The Rev R R Ball, president of the alliance, was master of certimonies. The principal speakers were Mayor Frank A Hagarty and the Rev. C. P Fisher agement in Princeton Madame Hackley's wonderful voice, brilliant wit, delightful humor, convincing ability as a lecturer presenting from the wealth of her broad experience a sound philosophy of every day life, all unite in making her one of the greatest of our American women. Every New Jersey town should have Mme Hackley because of the uplifting influences of her message in song and story. THE NEW YORKER ```markdown ``` NEW HAVILN. CONN NEW HAVEN, CONN. The Bethel church Christmas box parts we well attended and all enjoyed the evening. The Sunday School of the church rendered an interesting Christmas service and the cantata Thursday evening turned one of the most satisfactory entertainments ever given at Bethel. Milford Robinson and her doll took down the house while little Margaret Williams and Frankie Otts amused. The cantata rendered at Bethel A M F Church Sunday by the Senior Choir, under the director, Chorister Curtis Salebury. It was without doubt the most presentation in the city among colored churches. Much credit is given Chorister Salebury. The young exaltion Henry Hooks spoke at the earl Christmas morning service. Watch night service was conducted by Res Wes H Lacey, pastor of Bethel. The Rev D S Kluck pastor of Imanuel Baptist church has informed his congregation that he would accept the call to the church in Boston at the time Sunday night. In the resignation Dr. Kluck the congregation will host a public spirited minister. Miss A L Waytes came to the city last week as the guest of Miss Mammie Bradley. Mr. Waytes spoke at the M. K. Zion Church watch night. Mrs. Mammie Hardy, better known as Miss Mammie Hope, has organized an orchestra which rendered fine music for the social hours at Oddfellow's Hall last week. The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person, but no discernible details can be made out. The LATER (COLERIDGE-TAYLOR Whose "Hlawath" is more popular than ever DAISY MARTIN Smarter Set Company NEW HAVEN, CONN New Haven, Conn. Mrs. I. T. McCoy organized an "Uplift Society" among the young ladies of the A M. E. Zion Sunday School with the following officers, president, Miss Carolina Nolin vice president, Miss Lauretta Purls, secretary, Miss Marguerite GET The Latest and Greatest Patricia Song Hit BILLY BOY On The PIANO RECORDS JUST OUT LAFAYETTE THEATRE "Seven Keys to Baldpate" From that Great Novel of the Same Name by Geo. M. Cohan ONE OF THE BIGGEST HITS IN NEW YORK IN YEARS THE LAFAYETTE PLAYERS Mrs. Chas. H. Anderson Andrew Bishop Cheo. Desmond Clarence E. Muse Elizabeth Willard Chas. Moore Carlotta Freeman H. L. Pryor Arthur 7. Ray Luke Scott Richard K. Abrams Harry Keith AND MANY OTHERS MORE REAL DREAM, GREATER ACTION, STRING TENSE SITUATION AND SIDE-SPLITING PUTUR THAN ANY TWO PLAYS SET. On Broadway in Strathe. SPECIAL SCENERY COSTUMES FLEECED BY PLUS SUNDAY Continuous Big All Star Vaude- ville and Photo Plays. TWO SHOWS DAILY PRICES: Matinee 2:15 10 and 16 Evening 8:15... 16 and 25 Baine, assistant, Miss Reha Forman, treasurer, Miss Editha Lowery; charter members are Mrs. Laura B. McCoy, Mrs. Lowery, Mrs Holland, Mrs. R. Handy Senior members of the A. M. E. Zion Sunday School rendered several selections from the Christmas carols Sunday evening Mrs. Laura B. McCoy, elocutionist, delivered "The Christmas Guest." The Christmas tree will be Friday evening Mr and Mrs. I. T. McCoy entrained Miss Alice Moison and Richard Plato at dinner, Christmas THE NEW YORK TIMES GLANCIO THOMPSON WEST NO. 10 Naudeville CASH PAID FOR LIBERTY BONDS. We have several private residences in the Colored Section of Harlem which we will sell at a reasonable price, on easy terms. We also have lots in Queens Borough, New York City, near the beautiful city of Plainfield, N. J., on which loans can be procured for building residences, and the same be paid for as rent. We will accept Liberty Bonds, or receipts for installments on Liberty Bonds, as payment on any of these properties, and will pay cash to the holder thereof for any difference in their first payment and the amount of the bond. JUDOWET REALTY COMPANY, Inc. 119 Nassau St., N. Y. Tel.-Cortlandt 5133-4 J. DOUGLAS WETMORE, Atty. THE N.T. HEGEMAN COMPANY has sold hundreds of Colored people and established them in their own homes in New York and nearby New Jersey, and obtained employment for many at a good scale of wages. They are now offering extremely High Class Building Lots at KEYPORT HEIGHTS, N. J. and HAZLEWOOD PARK, N. J. 24 minutes from New York City, with large factories and industries within walking distance of the property. Desirable Lots at $150, upwards. Also Little Farms, $350, upwards. Easy Monthly Payments. --- NEWS NUGGETS Five hundred Negroes have paid their poll tax in New Orleans. William Harris has been elected Exalted judge of the Monumental Lodge of Eks Baltimore. R W. Thompson, the Washington news correspondent, is back on the job after having undergone an operation. Louis Burner Hicks has been appointed as assistant corporation counsel by Aving Corporation Counsel Hennessey of Boston. Miss Hein L. Milton of Philadelphia has been appointed to a clerkship in the United States Medical Supply Department at Washington Carey B. Lewis, city editor of the Chicago Librarian, was married to Miss Bertha Lee Moseley 6248 Sangamon street; Chicago, Christmas afternoon Winston Holmes of Kansas City Council be a candidate for membership in the Common Council. He has the backs of the National Council of Council Workers The Key A. R. Dobbins is president and Mrs. M. A. Hegignon, secretary of the Federal Office at the A. M. E. Cummins, St. Louis of which meets the second Thursday in each month by Howard eleven in years, considers for the football championship, W. H. J. Brockett, physical director at Howard, has resigned. Verdicts have been returned in the cases of the last fifteen members of the Twenty-fourth Infantry, the conclusions of the court martial having been reached last week. The verdict will be reviewed at Washington. An effort is being made by the colored citizens of Burlington, N. C., to have a Carnegie Library established for their use. The movement is being led by Milton Kyle Tyson, secretary and treasurer of the North Carolina Negro Tailors' Association. Gov. Gardner of Missouri has appointed a commission composed of Negro educators and social workers to inquire into the educational, social, moral and health conditions of the colored people of Missouri. The commission is headed by N. C. Bruce of Dalton. President W. S. Scarborough has received word of the gift of Willberforce University of two lots of Houston, Tex., valued at $500 each. A deed of transfer accompanied the notification the donor is the Rev Toney Perry of Orleans, a graduate of the class of He E. P Read has been appointed a notary public and magistrate for the Second District, Center Township, Camden Counts, N.J. comprising the towns of Lawnside Rivers Meade Wood Crest and Mt. Ephraim with main office at White Horse Pike and Browning Lane, Lawnside One hundred and sixty-five colored farmers of Dallas Counts, Tex., attended a three days' extension school held at Sardis, Ala., under the auspices of the Alabama Polytechnic Institute and the United States Department of Agriculture. Thomas M Campbell Tuskegee Institute; Harry Simms, E. C. Dobbs and H. T Toodle conducted the school. CASH PAID FOR We have several private resid Harlem which we will sell at a rea also have lots in Queens Borough, city of Plainfield, N. J., on which lo residences, and the same be paid f We will accept Liberty Bonds, Liberty Bonds, as payment on any cash to the holder thereof for any and the amount of the bond. JUDOWET REALT 119 Nassau St., N. Y. J. DOUGLAS W COME TO NEW YORK OPPORTUNITIES ARE GREAT HIGH SCALE OF WAGES EQUAL RIGHTS THE N. HEGEMEN thundreds of Colored them in their own h nearby New Jersey, and many at a good scale of offering extremely High KEYPORT HEIGHTS, N. L. a 24 minutes from New Y tories and industries with property. Desirable Lots Little Farms, $350, upward local Insurance Company has taken over by the Southern Air Bureau of Virginia, Inc. The combined assets of the two companies will amount to $350,000, with a cash balance of $100,000 and real estate valued at $200,000. In the City Park of Houston, Tex. the following sign is prominently displayed "WARNING! Haulng, draying, trucking and delivery wagons not allowed in this park and are prohibited by City Ordinance. Negroes Keep Out." The colored people of Houston, by taxation, help to maintain the park. Col Franklin A. Denison and staff of the Eighth Illinois Infantry, were guests of honor at a reception tendered them by the Colored Men's Business, Professional and Laboring Men's League of Galveston, December Proof, Thomas H. Love was chairman of the Reception Committee, and the Arrangement Committee was composed of Thomas F. Hall, Archie Moore, Joe Pope, W. Domnick, Stan L. Lewis C. H. Smith and William H. Noble. LYNCHING RECORD INSTITUTE ALA—Dr K R de la materie Tarkeege Institute de la materie and Research at the institute Moraine N Work, a chars theater were impreses. Inched in 17 of on soe Negroes and 2 were wote. Three seven were ma- casses of a little lea being sedent 2, attacking women, 2, disputing white men's word, 2, entering woman's room, 1 wounding officer of the law, 1, molesting women, 1, stealing coat, 1, intimacy with women, 1, killing man in altercation, 1; accidentally killing child by running automobile over it, 1, vagrancy, 1, wounding and robbing a man, 1, attacking an officer of the law, 1, opposition to war draft, 1; insulting girls, 1, writing unsolent letter, 1 The states in which lynchings occurred and number in each state were as follows: Alabama, 4; Arkansas, 4; Arizona, 1; Florida, 1; Georgia, 6; Kentucky 2; Louisiana, 5; Mississippi, 1; Montana, 1; Oklahoma, 1; South Carolina, 1; Tennessee, 3; Texas, 6; Virginia, 1; Wyoming, 1 RACE ENTERPRISES IN Spokane Wash—During my visit to Washington I decided to see what places of business were conducted by the leading race men of the State On stopping at Walla Walla for one day I discovered only three Negroes engaged in a calling of any description Mr Pumphry, a retired first sergeant of the 10th U. S., has a splendid shoe shining parlor with an apartment for ladies. He caters to all classes and is doing a thriving business Mr Pumphry owns a beautiful cottage, has a loving wife and two children—and a Ford car. In the course of a short chat I found him to be kind courteous and a conversationalist of no mean ability. He is keenly interested in all things appertaining to the advancement of the race Mr Pumphry has been a resident of the city for nine years and is highly respected by both races The Boyle Brothers also conduct one of the best tonsorial parlors, four chairs in the city. These young men have been in business for many years and are of the old pioneer class of Negroes in the valley. Their business is large, and the best and oldest resi- LIBERTY BONDS. Indences in the Colored Section of reasonable price, on easy terms. We live, New York City, near the beautiful loans can be procured for building for as rent. Rents, or receipts for installments on any of these properties, and will pay any difference in their first payment. LY COMPANY, Inc. Tel. Cortlandt 5133-4 WETMORE, Atty. MAN COMPANY has sold people and established homes in New York and obtained employment for of wages. They are now in Class 'Building Lots at and HAZLEWOOD PARK, N. J. York City, with large facade walking distance of the lots at $150, upwards. Also rents. Easy Monthty Payments. Information Gladly Furnished The N. T. HEGEMAN COMPANY. Main Office: 9 Church Street NEW YORK CITY ```markdown ``` Chief EDWA Who is said to be slated for Chief EDWARD E. LEE is said to be slated for a position under Tamm 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 71. 72. 73. 74. 75. 76. 77. 78. 79. 80. 81. 82. 83. 84. 85. 86. 87. 88. 89. 90. 91. 92. 93. 94. 95. 96. 97. 98. 99. 100. dents of the city patronize the shop. They do not cater to Negro trade, and consequently it was very hard until my arrival, for a member of the race to get a shave bath or hair cut. The Boyle boys are shrewd business men and own considerable real estate as well as an expensive car. They seem ever ready to help any race enterprise in a financial way. I was instrumental in opening up the way, so now a Japanese runs a two-chair shop and gives first-class service and likewise solicits the race's trade. There are a great many Negroes both young and old employed in the hotels and barber shops and receive good wages and are progressing first-class billars. I noticed, were we time without a moment's rest are always some of the taking a shot at the balls room is splendidly equip the appointments that go comfort and pleasure. Doing a money-making business of the choice is peril be had from the neatly stocked showcase. Upon establishment you immediately in contact with Mr Crump or gentleman who cate the race. There is a nice ```markdown ``` THE HISTORY OF THE MUSEUM ```markdown ``` CARNEGIE LIBRARY, HOUSTON, TEX For Negroes. After my departure from Walla Walla my next stop was in Sookane From the station I went directly to Mrs Gray, who has one of the best rooming houses in the city. She has been here for nine or ten years and is well known to all the Negro show people throughout the country. Mrs Gray is a staunch race advocate and never declines to help the good cause along. No Negro "down and out" has ever come to her for assistance but what he did not get it. She owes two houses at 217 219 Bernard street South, which have twenty two neatly furnished rooms, bath toilet electric lights and hot and cold water at all times. Both houses are thoroughly ventilated and heated Next in order is R F Crump a resident and business man or twelve years' standing in this city. He op PRIN THAT COST N O matter what po worth what you p PRINTING AT COSTS TOO Matter what poor printing costs is worth what you pay for it. Poor PRINTING THAT COSTS TOO MUCH No matter what poor printing costs it is not worth what you pay for it. Poor printing small returns. None but a foolish man will expect good returns from poor printing. Poor printing costs just as much as good printing and when judged by the number and quality of orders it produces always proves to be the dearest kind of printing. Extra cost of quality in printing is insurance against poor returns. Telephone Bryant 3815 and ask to speak to Mr. Gilbert Moore when you want good printing. THE NEW YORK AGE PRESS 247 W.46th St. New York nicely we are a first-class billiard parlor at the avenue, which has in it four the pool and billiard tables. These tables I noticed, were worked overtime without a moment's rest. There are always some of the young men taking a shot at the balls. The poolroom is splendidly equipped with all the appointments that go to make up comfort and pleasure. This place is doing a money-making business. All brands of the choiceest perfectos can be bad from the neatly and well-stocked showcase. Upon entering the establishment you immediately come in contact with Mr Crump, a courteous gentleman who caters only to the taste. There is a nice two-chair THE HOME OF THE HOLY FAMILY shop connected with the poolroom by a large partition. One chair is in charge of Mr. Crump, who is a welfier of the blade of wide experience. The other is W H Harper a good and all around mixer. Practically speaking, Mr Crump's place is the headquarters for railroad porters from all over the country. The poolroom occupies a great deal of their idle hours. Aner well behaved and well-dressed set of men I never care to meet. Mr Crump is a large real estate owner and a thorough race man. He is known and liked by everyone has a beautiful home a comely, intelligent and refined wife and several children who are very bright in withstanding their tender age. In my next I shall speak or other Negro business men of this city. TING BAPTIST BAPTISM HANDLES DURING YEAR The financial report of the official board of Union Baptist Church has just been issued, showing that from December 1, 1916, to November 30, 1917, $14,732.53 was raised by the church's auxiliaries and counted in the general collection, not including the money raised by charity. The report follows Receipts: Brought over from Dec 1, 1916, $655.06, December, $2,202.94, January, $1,075.78, February, $768.13; March, $85.64, April, $1,582, May, $797.15, June $1,179.51; July, $940.60; August, $738.53, September, $822.24; October, $983.16; November, $950.08; grand total, $15,595.82; total disbursements, $14,732.53; Dec 1, 1917, cash balance, $863.29 (This includes $904.19 in the State Banking Department) Disbursements Paid for salaries, $2,721 paid for interest, $1,921.12; paid on mortgage, $1,500; paid to associate ministers, $1,143.50; paid for church support, $875.87; paid for pastor's aid, $937.29 paid for fuel, $636.90; paid on property, $633; paid for parsonage, $497.52; paid for Sunday School, $453.77; paid for repairs, $403.85; paid for improvements, $512.46; paid for poor children, $350 paid for light, $328.19; paid for printing, $325.20 paid for ed- ducation, $284.50 paid for Home Mission, $246.90 paid for nurses, $207.20; paid for Home Mission, $153.40; paid for nurses, $129.25 paid for prizes, $115.50 paid for expenses, $105.50 --- The Twelve Tribes Joseph, $144.58, Gad $122.25 Reuben $122.11 Levi, $67.58 Benjamin $67.24 Simeon, $59.90 Zebulon $48.76 Aser, $41.30 Manassez $35.93 Iuda, $34.88 Issachar, $25.70 Nephthalim, $24.72 Pastor's aid $37.29, church aid, $151.30 the Sunshine Girls, $127.91; Silver Star Sunging Class, $109.33; Star Club, $54.80 Strangers' Club, $48.00; Young Men's Temperance, $40.02; the Field Workers $30.67; Ladies' Custodian OWN A DIAMOND The Plan is simple and you will not miss the money. Select the best and we will make it easy for you to own it by our Jitney Payment Plan. Write for descriptive circular ELM WATCH CO. 247 W. 46th St. New York APARTMENTS TO LET NEWLY REMOVATED 411 West 52nd St. Conveniences. corat ed. Rent $10, $11, and $12 1-18-3mo Apply Janitress. No. 337 W. 53rd St. Four large sunny, airy rooms, through flat. $17. 11-26-tf Apply Janitress For Rent. Hall or rent for all occasions Apply United Civic League, Inc 184 W.135th St. 4-26-ff The image is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. ST. DAVID'S P. E. CHURCH, THE BRONX. Maine Eve Circle, $2270, $4990, Narcissus Club, $150, the Help, $320 the Love' Tem BUNTON, VA. He spent the holidays a student in Dunbar Color, and Dr Chavis or a ten days' trip to Baltimore and Phila- Thomas Woods spent the holidays here, returning Monday to Goshen Mrs Emma McGruffin met with an accident Saturday evening. She fell and broke her arm James Crawford died Saturday morning after a short illness. He was buried Tuesday evening from Mt. Zion Church Mrs Helen Cuves and Mrs N. Mar- shall spent several days visiting Covington last week. Mrs. A. L. Billings returned Wednesday, from Martinsburg, where she spent Christmas. A BEAUTIFUL HEAD OF HAIR IS A WOMAN'S CROWNING GLORY. DO YOU WANT YOUR HAIR TO GROW? If so, use Madam Cisby's Indian Hair Grower treatment for the scalp and hair. It will make the hair grow; no matter what has failed. It will stop the hair from splitting and falling out, and will keep the scalp in a healthy condition. In placing my preparation on the market, I was largely influenced with a desire to help all women kind as I have helped myself and others; this enabled me to price them moder- ately, and consequently my treatment is in the reach of every person who wishes to be benefi- fied by the use of my preparations. 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White Ointment BLEACH Black and White Ointment SKIN BLEACH ```markdown ``` Please send me one dozen boxes Black and White Ointments. The box I have used I find to be the best I have ever used for bleaching the skin. It is second to none. Martin A. Robinson, Asbury Park, N. J. It seems impossible for me to keep enough of your Black and White Ointment for me to supply my customers. Please send me by porcel post two dosem. Please rush goods. Waymoth Brown. 2418 Sobine St. Houston, Tex. r, Clear, Bright Complexion White Ointment (for white or colored ted on label, to face, neck, arms or sant to the skin and has the effect of or blotchy skin, cleaning the skin of blackheads, tan or freckles-giving right complexion, making you envy of as well be attractive with clear, bright black and White Ointment. Sold on a only 25c (stamps or coin) by mail, or Have Soft, Fair, Clear, Bright Complexion Just try Black and White Ointment (for white or colored folks). Apply as directed on label, to face, neck, arms or hands. It is very pleasant to the skin and has the effect of bleaching dark, sallow or blotchy skin, cleaning the skin of risings, bumps, pimples, blackheads, tan or freckles—giving you a clear, clean, bright complexion, making you envy of everybody. You might as well be attractive with clear, bright complexion by using Black and White Ointment. Sold on a money-back guarantee, only 25c (stamps or coin) by mail, or 5 boxes, $1. Address Plough Chemical Co., Dept. E, Memphis, Tenn. AGENTS WANTED----Write for Terms. All men and women can make an easy living representing us. Noexperience required. It is easy to sell Black and White Ointment. Just show it to your neighbors. Everybody wants to improve their con plexion and Black and White Ointment does this. WE DO ALL KINDS OF JOB PRINTING $234 Faucie Eve Circle, $2270 $496 Narcissus Club $150 the Help $20 the Love Tem STAUNTON, VA. Grange Allen spent the holidays here. He is a student in Dunbar High School. Luddell Taylor, and Dr Chavis left Monday for a ten days' trip to Washington, Baltimore and Philadelphia Mr and Mrs Thomas Woods spent ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` NEWS OF GREATER NEW YORK --- Manhattan and the Bronx. Mrs. Fred. Pelton spent the Christmas holidays in Newburgh, visiting friends. Miss Eleanor. States of this city has been visiting her parents at Elsina, N. Y., during the holidays. Mrs. Andrew H. Jones, 316 East 15th street, has gone to Chicago to visit her sister, Mrs. Rarrison, after which she will go to Nashville, Tennessee. On Monday afternoon at 1 o'clock the funeral of Miss Carrie Quick, daughter of Mrs. Naomi Quick, was held from the First Emmanuel Church. Chas. S. Morris, Jr., will address the meeting at Salem Lyceum, West 133d street, Sunday, January 6, at 4 p. m. His subject will be "Afro-American Patriotism." Mrs. Pauline L. Haxter of Neward has announced the marriage of her daughter, Grace Florence, to Walter Edward Fenderson of the Bronx. The marriage was solemnized December 22. Both are well known in New York and vicinity. Mrs. S. R. Skerritt, a well known worker in charitable organization who meet with an accident several weeks ago, is able to be out again. She was congratulated on her presence out last Sunday by her many friends of Abyssinian Baptist church, where she has worked with untiring zeal for many years. Santa Claus did not forget the Red Cap boys of the Pennsylvania Station, who have been drafted and are now stationed at Camp Dix and Camp Upon. They were generously remembered by Chief W. H. Robinson and their coworkers. Each man received a $5 gold piece, pipes, tobacco, cigarettes and cigars, in their kit. Chief Robinson expressed much gratification at the generosity of his men and the committee who were Messrs. Vaughn, Gray, Russell, Gary and Joel. URBAN LEAGUE PROVIDES CHEER The Christmas Stocking Committee, affiliated with the Urban League, based as Santa Claus to some four hundred distitute colored children of New York on Monday, December 24, on the league offices, 2303 Seventh avenue, Candles, nuts, cakes, oranges, apples, drums, books, jumping jacks, balls, horns, and many other kinds of boys were donated for the occasion by those interested in the work of the committee. The children filed through the offices all of the afternoon, keeping a score of ladies busy handing out gifts, and each one went away with a smiling dress being laden down with a big Christmas stocking and a doll or some sort of toy or useful gift. This committee since its organization three years ago under the auspices of the league has provided for the happiness of hundreds of poor colored children at Christmas, and during the summer has supplied milk for destitute mothers with babies. The officers of the committee are Mrs. Edgar Parks, president; Miss E. A. Jarrrott, acting secretary, and Mrs. M. Harris, treasurer. Assisting them were Mrs. E. Taylor, Mrs. S. Johnson, Mrs. Wm. Holsey, M. Moore, Mrs. Wm. Gardeen and W. E. Commons, industrial secretary of the局. MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLEMENT NOTES. Nett Sunday, January 6, will mark the second music-lecture recital of the school this season. Through the kindness of David Blipham, the eminent harpist and teacher, Miss Hazel Moore, soprano, and N. S. Chadwick, tenor, have consented to appear. The that that these artists are from the studio of Mr. Blipham is all the recommendation necessary for an unusual artistic musical treat. All lovers and students of music should avail themselves of this opportunity to hear these high-class singers. Subscription, ten cents. Associate members admitted free. A Christmas matinee dance and party was given the children between the ages of three and fourteen Saturday afternoon. They were made very happy and enjoyed themselves immediately. The Circle for Negro War Relief, with service headquarters at the school, have formed an alliance with the Red Cross and a campaign will start immediately. The Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society is attending in large numbers every Saturday evening between the hours of 8.30 and 10.30. New members are coming in rapidly, the books are still been, and we expect to have 150 voices to render Taylor's "Hlawatha" at an early data. Free instruction in voice-culture and sight-scoring are given at all rehearsals. Don't forget the music-lecture recitals on Sunday afternoons. FIRST EMMANUEL CHURCH. Sunday was an intensely cold day, but the services at the first Emmanuel Church were up to the standard in interest and attendance. Pastor Bolden exerted himself to make it comfortable for all who attended. A number of soldiers from Camp Upton were present. The sermon by Pastor Bolden was taken from St. John ziv, 1847, and dealt with prayer and relation on a business basis. At the close of the service the Rev. Bolden gave to each one present a book of the Gospel of St. Luke and a New Year's card. A general review of the Sunday school lessons for the past quarter was given by Superintendent Hogans at the meeting of the school at 2 p.m. The opening exercises were conducted by Assistant Superintendent Sims. Pastor Bolden also made a very interesting talk to the children about Christ and the lost sheep. ```markdown ``` Police Officer SAMUEL J. BATTLE The oldest Negro member of the force in point of service. the Literary Society at 4 p. m. Mrs. Ellen Anthony had charge of the program, as follows: Duet, Misses Dorothy Small and Evelyn Davis; reading, Master, Thomas Vogelang; recitation, Miss May Wiggins; remarks by Wm. E. Townsend, Wm Brown and Pastor Bolden. At the 8 o'clock service Pastor Bolden gave a short talk from St. John xiv. 15-16. The Rev Jas. Hinton also spoke, using as a subject the first clause in the Emmanuel Church creed "Emmanueliam is the holiest and greatest business in the world." The choir rendered the anthem "In the Night Watches." Four dollars and seventy-five cents was realized from the dinner given by the Sunday school during the day. The dinner given by the Missionary Society on Christmas day was the best in the history of that organization At 3.30 p.m. twenty-six sat down to the first table, and a large number continued to come in until 8 p. m. A neat sum was realized for the treasury. Thursday night the church was crowded at the Christmas tree exercises of the Sunday school. Each child was made happy with books, candy, ice cream and cake. A splendid program was prepared by Mrs. Sarah Jackson and Miss M. Johnson. Fifty boxes of candy were donated by Wm. Brown in loving memory of his wife Julia, and 80 boxes were given by Mme. J. B. Napoleon. Beginning Monday night religious services will be conducted for two weeks. UNION BAPTIST. Last Friday evening the Rev. Mr. Jenkins, known as the boy preacher, delivered an excellent sermon and Brother Watt Terry, the real estate magnate, sang a sweet selection that impressed the audience, accompanied by Mrs Terry. Sunday at 11 a.m. a Pastor Sims delivered a strong sermon on "Washing Your Clothes." It seems as if all of the clothes could stand a little wring. At 2 p.m. the Sunday school had a very large attendance, regardless of the cold weather. The B Y. P. U. at 6.30 p.m had a splendid program under President Lloyd. At the evening service Dr Sims had a very excellent crowd considering the cold weather. He delivered a splendid sermon on "The Books Opened." The offering amount to $152.90 ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN The session of St James Church has postponed the revival until the weather is more favorable. Notwithstanding the extreme cold wave Sunday there was a good-sized congregation out all day. The pastor preached at both services. One man was received into the church at the close of the morning service. The church held an interesting watch service on Monday night. Dr. Hydr will preach next Sunday from the subject "The New Year and Then What". At the evening service the Lord's Suppor and baptism will be celebrated. All the new members who have joined the church during the month of December will be publicly welcomed by the church. RUSH MEMORIAL CHURCH. Rush Memorial closed 1917 with the utmost results, both religiously and financially, that, one could expect. Special services were held both on Christmas day, and Christmas Sunday, at which times the pastor was the speaker. On Sunday evening special Christmas carols were presented by the Sunday school under the direction of David N. Hrime, while the choir under Prof. H, Gladstone Marshall rendered appropriate Christmas anthems. The regular watch night services began at 9 o'clock on Tuesday evening, and the church was taxed to the utmost, despite the temperature dropping below zero. Storey Praised at Conference (continued from First Page) arm, chairman of the Board of Directors, Dr W E. B DuBois, director of Publications and Research and James Weldon Johnson, field secretary, were read and a discussion held on "Lynching and Mob Violence," George Vashon of St Louis leading in the discussion. Moorfield Storey's Address. Thursday evening an interesting meeting was held at Ethical Culture Hall, Central Park West and 64th street, with the Hon Moorfield Storey, National President of the Association, presiding. Among the speakers were Donald Garrison Villard, Mrs. Florence Kelley, the Rev Iverard W. Daniel, Dr Stephen S. Wise, Col. James W. Moss and Dr W. E. B. DuBois Mr. Storey, after outlining in a general way the advances made by the Negro in the past fifty years in this country said: "Today Negroes own land equal in areas to New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and Rhode Island combined, some 201,000,000 acres in all. They have other property worth not less than a billion of dollars. They have 400 newspapers and periodicals, they have banks, insurance companies, factories, stores. There is no business or profession in which they are not represented. They have colleges and schools of national reputation. "The year that has just passed has witnessed much that is most encouraging, and out of the war that is devastating the world has come some good to the Negro. The country needs all her men, highest, humbleest, weakest, all and of all races and colors. At first, there were some Americans who sought to deny the right of others to work or fight for their country. One set said that only men who belonged to their union should work, another that only the white man should fight, but such absurdities cannot endure. the flame of war. Today, black and white alike are driven black and white, and the attempt to keep the Negro in mental positions has failed completely. In dealing with this question we owe much to Secretary Baker's courage and sense of justice, and to his many stand against segregation among citizens who are glad to risk their lives for their country, the country of the Negro far more than of the average white, for there are few white gatherings that can sing, 'Laund Where Our Fathers Died,' as truly as can a gathering of Negro Americans "There were some who thought that black and white should serve indiscriminately in the same companies, but I never shared that view. The man who is fighting wishes to be sure that the men at his side and behind him are his true comrades, who sympathize with him and believe in him without reserve. Thus, we have Scotch regiments, Irish regiments, Lancashire, Yorkshire, Pennsylvania and Alabama regiments, put together because they speak the same language and think the same thoughts. For the same reason, we should have colored regiments and white regiments. "But there is another reason which should appeal to us. If a company which was half black and half white did some gallant deed, who, think you, would claim the glory? If it is all black there can be no divided honor. The black regiment stands on its own feet and its deeds make for the glory of the race. We all know that if a black man does wrong, the fault is laid to his race, if the white man, the fault is laid to the individual "It is all the more important that in this war, the representatives of the race should be able to win glory for their race, and not have their victories ascribed to the help of white men Southern newspapers are already recognizing the service of the Negro in this war. A recent editorial says "The Negro is taxed. Now he has been called on to fight for his country. In the future, will it be possible under the unwritten law, or such laws as the Grandfather clause, to impose upon the Negro the duties and responsibilities of his citizenship and privileges? In a word, can we make him welcome to the bullet and deny to him the ballot?" In speaking of the recent mob outages of the year in Waro, Memphis, Fast St. Louis, Dyersburg, and else where, Mr. Storey said. "Until lynching is recognized as a crime, not only against the victim, but against the State, a treason which shakes the very foundation of free government, this country of ours must rank as among the uncivilized nations of the world. We cannot imagine an English or a French mob burning out a man's eyes with hot irons, as a Negro man's were burned out at Dyersburgh and if we picture to ourselves our own horror, if we heard that a woman was burned to death in Trafalgar square and the authorities made no attempt to prevent it, nor to punish the offenders, we can guess how we stand before the bar of a civilized public opinion. When no public opinion forces the officers of the law to act, when grand juries refuse to indict, juries to convict and witness to testify, the whole community is held guilty of the crime as properly as Ger- Haleigh, N. C.—Two of the students from the senior, class in medicine, H. G. Mellombe and W. H. Allen went to Greenwood last Friday and paletted in the Mission Reserve Corps, Mrs. Heller, of Michigan, who was at the head of the Mission Training School, here at Shaw, about twenty years ago, is spending the winter in the city. She has spoken to the Sunday School twice. 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FLATS AND APARTMENTS TO LET WANTED: A floor, for light housekeeping, in a room, good neighborhood, Address, THE AGE Office, L N Jan 4 11 Nearly furnished rooms, all private, for respectable people, with home privileges, all conventions. Rent reasonable Apart- ments 27 and 28. Douglass Court, 140 W 142d Street. R. A Sibley. Dec-29 12 FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET 134TH ST. 3 E. Five beautiful, large, light rooms and bath, reasonable rent. 134TH ST. 298 W. Four beautiful, large light rooms and bath, hot water supply, reasonable rent, very desirable section TWO ROOMS - Three minutes from Jamaica, L. I. N. Y. station; forms reasonable. Apply, THE NEW YORK Deck-415 Six Rooms and bath, all improvements; select neighborhood; reduced family only; Harris, 510 Hancock Street. COLON-KING Mr. Collin J. King, of Cambridge, Mass., announces the marriage of his daughter, Amanda Kurtz to St. John College of New York City, at Mother A. M. E. Zion Church on Monday evening, December 24, 1017. Mr and Mrs. Torres-Colon will reside at 147 W. Fifth AVE, 2189—Five beautiful, large light rooms, hot water supply; reasonable rent. REAL ESTATE $400 IN CASH, balance monthly payments, buys two-family house near Subway station, Bronx Borough Corporation, 9 W. 46th St, Tel Bryant 2720. Jan. 5-25. BRIGAGED Mr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Price of Albany, N. Y., announce the engagement of their daughter, Miss Sara Naom, to Dr. Warren Hale Colle, of West Palm Beach, to Dr. Jeffrey Hale, of Palm Beach, to the future Miss Price is a graduate of the Albany High School, 13, the Albany Business College, 14, and for the past two and a ball year has been a graduate of the Albany High School. Dr Colle is a graduate of the Jacksonville Boys' Academy, 14, the University of Pennsylvania, 17, and at present is a practicing surgeon dentist in the city of Philadelphia. PARLOR FLOOR & BASEMENT 113 VERNON AVE. Bot. Tompkins & Marcy (Avenues 5 rooms all improvements, convenient to "L" and surface cars. 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Because our school is superior to others instruction. 3. Because it is the largest and best equipped school of its in the country. 4. Because this is the only school in America using up- 1916 automobiles for driving lessons, such as Buick, Hudson Super- Chalmers, Ladilac. 5. Because we guarantee our students to get their scoffee's license. 6. Because our prices are comparatively small in com- son with the prices that other schools charge. 7. Because we furnish institions. Start today, do not delay for tomorrow. If you should fail to grab this face you will never forgive yourself. Remember opportunity appears only in a lifetime. This is YOUR OPPORTUNITY. We have afternoon, rining and all day classes. Call today for more information at the ARENA AUTO SCHOOL at 146 West 56th Street, New York City. SPECIAL CLASS FOR COLORED LADIES. Start today, do not delay for tomorrow. If you should fail to grab this chance you will never forgive yourself. Remember opportunity appears only once in a lifetime. This is YOUR OPPORTUNITY. We have afternoon, evening and all day classes. Call today for more information at the ARENA AUTO SCHOOL at 146 West 56th Street, New York City. SPECIAL CLASS FOR COLORED LADIES. many is condemnation for the barbarous atrocities committed by her soldiers." Friday morning's session was held at the Fifthteen Infantry Armory, and in the evenings a special, performance of "The Servant in the House," was given for the delegates at the Lafayette Theatre. Following Saturday morning's session at the armory a conference dinner was held at the Libyan, 149 West 139th street, in the evening, and McKee Keys and Buckner, living up to their reputation as first class caterers. The largest session of the conference was held Sunday afternoon at Palace Casino in Cullen, presiding. The speakers were Col. Charles Yung, U. S. A. (retired), Miss Julia Lathrop, Miss Nannie Burroghs and W. Ashbie Hawkins of Baltimore. Sunday evening a reception was given in honor of the delegates at the Henry Settlement, 265 Henry street, by Miss Wald and Owington. FRED. R. MOORE SPEAK6 IN PROVIDENCE. Providence, R. L.—Fred R. Moore editor of The Age, was the principal speaker at the Emancipation Proclamation exercises held at the Pond Street Free Baptist Church New Year's evening. The celebration was given under the musics of the young ladies of the Twentieth Century Art and Literary Club. John C. Minkins presided. Miss Amy P. Bailey pleasingly rendered a solo, and an entertaining organ recital was given between 7 30 and 8 o'clock by Bert Minton. The officers of the Twentieth Century Art and Literary Club are Miss Katherine Nelson, president; Miss Constance Branch, secretary, and Mrs Bertha G. Higgins, guardian. The ushers at Tuesday evening's exercises were Misses Mildred Thompson, Madeline Smith, Helen Johnson and Hope Gray. Mr. Moore and Mr. Minkins were dinner guests of Dr. and Mrs. William H. Higgins at their residence, 275 Cranston street, before the exercises. Brooklyn. John R Simpson and Miss Sadie Mayhew, were united in marriage Saturday evening, December 29. Calvin Smart, of Shelby, O. spent Christmas with his sister, Mrs Maune Fitzgerald, 440 Carlton avenue John Fenderson, 1186 Fulton Street who has been confined to his bed since April with Bright's Disease is reported to be improving. The two greater boards of the Bridge Street A. M. E. Church have united into one organization consisting of male and female members. James Edward Goode of Elizabeth, N. J. Mrs. Mary M. Taylor and children of Jersey City, were holiday guests of their sister, Mrs. N. B. Dodson of 309 Berriman street. At 108 Bellmont avenue, on Thursday evening, December 29, John H. Gross and Rebecca Harvey were united in marriage by the Rev. J. N Bridgeman The bride and groom were attended by Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lee. Mr and Mrs Walter Lewis, 310 Berman street, are the proud parents of a fine baby girl, born on Thursday, December 27. The Lewis family now consists of mother and father and eight children On Monday evening, December 24, a very pretty wedding occurred at 368 Ralph avenue, Brooklyn, when Joseph Grant and Alice McLven were united in holy wedlock, the Rev. J. N Bridgeman officiating. The bride was dressed in a blue satin gown, covered with white lace. The attendants were Mr. and Mrs Gilbert Cumberbatch. A pretty wedding took place at De Kalb avenue, Jersey City, on Wednesday evening, December 19, when Jesse Lane and Ruth Covington, both of Brooklyn, were united in holy wedlock by the Rev. J. N Bridgeman. The bride wore a handsome cream silk gown, and carried a bouquet of white roses Mr and Mrs Charles Thomas were the attendants The hundredth anniversary celebration of the founding of the Bridge St A M. E. Church will be held from February 5 to 10th inclusive. The site on which the church edifice stands was used as an underground railroad station for sometime during the civil war. Elaborate preparations are being made for this historic event. The present pastor of the church is the Rev W Spencer Carpenter Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Jackson entertained in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Williams Tuesday evening from 8 to 2 at their residence, 2421 East 14th street. Among those present were J. Moxley, Mr. and Mrs. King, Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Turner Mr. and Mrs. J. W Jenkens, Miss S. Taylor, An willie Oliver, Miss L. Hanson, Willis Herring, and Thomas Murphy. An elaborate menu was served and an enjoyable evening spent Best chance to become chauffeur sons why you should take a course Because it is a school of honesty 2 in instruction. 3 Because it is the kind in this country 4. Because this -to-date 1916 automobiles for driving Six, Chalmers, Cadillac. 5. Because chauffeur's license. 6. Because our parison with the prices that other positions. HELP WANTED HELP WANTED—FEMALE BROOKLYN FURNISHED ROOMS TO LET COLON-KING REAL ESTATE ENGAGED ALFRED'S LEGACY tee board, of Shaw University, spoke to the student body, Sunday night, December 30. The first basket ball game of the season was played Tuesday night, January 1, Shaw v. Livingstone College. Notwithstanding the scarcity of coal and one of the hardest winters that we have experienced for many years, all at Shaw have been comfortable so far. BRIDGE STREET CHURCH. Sunday the pastor, the Rev. W. Spencer Carpenter, preached the New Year sermon to an appreciative congregation in the morning notwithstanding the severe cold weather. In the evening he preached a very stir- RELIGIOUS NOTICES ABTISSIAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 324-49 West 68th St., between 7th and 8th Aves. Sunday Service—M a. m. and 7.20 p. m. Holy Communion every first Sunday. Sunday School, 1.30 p. m. Sunday Morning Band prayer meeting, 6 a. m. Tuesday, 8 p. m.—Missionary Society, Prayer and praise 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, 440 W. 49th street, phone. Bryant, 7456 WASHINGTON MEMORIAL PREBSTERIAN MISSION 325 West 135th street. Sunday service, 8 p. m. and 8 p. m. Holy communion every second Sunday evening. Literary service first Sunday evening of each quarter; second Sunday evening of each quarter; third Sunday of each month; Christian Endeavor, 7 p. m.; Prayer Meeting, Wednesday at 6 p. m.; the Sunday of each month; Tuesday of each month; Biddle University League, fourth Thursday of each month. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 159-161 West 35rd Street between 6th and 7th Floor. Church Services every Sunday at 11 a.m and 7.30 p.m. Sunday School at 2.30 p.m. m. Sundays. B. Y. P. meets every Sunday at 8 p.m. B. Y. P. 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 first Tuesday night. Visitors are made welcome. Telephone, Columbus 5504. MOTHER A. M. E. MION CHURCH, 159-161 West 35rd Street between 6th and 7th Floor. Church Services every Sunday at 11 a.m and 7.30 p.m. Holy Communion every second Sunday at 8 p.m. Sunday Morning Class, 12.50 p.m. Holy Communion every second Sunday at 8 p.m. Holy Communion every second Sunday at 8 p.m. Weekly Meetings Class Meetings every Tuesday and Wednesday evenings Prayer Meetings Friday evening BEATS FREE PUBLIC INVITED RUSH MEMORIAL A. M. E. ZION CHURCH 58-50 W 183th St. A. A. Crooke, D.D. pastor. Residence 127 West 141st St. Phone. Audubon 7480. Sunday services. School. Audubon 7480. Sunday services. every first Sunday at 11 A. M. Sunday School. 2:30; Varick C. E., 6:30. Class meetings on Tuesday evening. All are cordially welcome. ST. MARK'S METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 53d Street, near Eighth Avenue, New York City. Pastor, William H. Brooks, D. D. Residence, 216 West 53d Street. Preaching, a. m. and m. Sunday morning at 8:30 and Sunday morning at 6 o'clock. Sunday School at 2 p. m. Lyceum, Sunday, at 4 p. m.; Thursday Sunday, at 5 p. m.; Friday, 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 Sun- evening in each month. Welcome to all SALEM METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 183-4 West 128th Street, the Rev. Frederick Absbury Cullen, pastor, preaching at 11 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. bun, Sunday. Perry, superintendent, Men's Bible Class, 2:00 p.m. d. N. D. Thompson, instructor, Lyceum, 4 p. m., Sundays, 8:20 p. m., Sunday. Perry, superintendent, Epworth League, 6 p. m., Sundays, S. Perry, President, Classes, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, and at 10 a.m. m. Sundays, Prairie meeting, Friday, 10 a.m. m. Sundays, night, James Gohn, president, Holy Communion, first Sunday in each month. All are welcome. ST. DAVID'S CHURCH, 324 East 160th Street, New York. Rev. Edward George Clifton, D. D. Rector, 312 East 167th Street, Sunday, 10 a.m. m. Sundays, Free 11:00 a.m. Morning Prayer, Library School, Seminon. Sunday School, 2:30 p. m.; 8 p. m. evening service. A cordial welcome to all. ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 69-61 Worst 127th street, New York City pastor Services each SUNDAY church, pastor follows: 11 a.m., sermon; 1 p., m., Sunday School; 4 p., Brotherhood; 7 p., m. Junior Endeavor, 8 p., m., sermon, WEDNESDAY 8 p., m., prayer service, Wednesday 4 p., m. Junior Endeavor, FRIDAY 8.30 p., m. Boy's Athletic class, Friday m., Boys' Athletic class, Baptism and Communion of the Lord's Supper at 8 p., m., the first Sunday of each month. and strangers are urged to attend at least 8 p., m., West 127th street, telephone, Audubon 1064 Church office phone, Harlem 6611. UNDFRTAKERS JAMES C. UNDERTAKER and Camp Chairs and Coaches LADY ATTE 89 West 134th St. Near L PHONE 6868 MORN. J. WESLEY LANE UNDERTAKER & EMBALMER OPEN ALL NIGHT. FUNERAL PARLOR AND CHAPEL FINE. Lady in Attendance. Prompt Service. Moderate Rates. :: 112 WEST 133rd ST. NEAR LENOX AVZ. WHEN DEATH OCCURS AND AN ECONOMICAL FUNERAL IS REQUIRED CALL UP H. ADOLPH HOWELL PHONE 0230 AUDUBON 107 W. 136th St., New York Remains Shipped To All Parts of the World. ALWAYS OPEN LADY ATTENDANT TELEPHONE HARLEM 2876 ring race sermon on "The Queen of Shoba." Three persons united with the church. Collection amounted to $31. Watch night services were observed as usual, devotional service preceding the sermon. The pastor prescribed to crowded house and took as his subject "Have You a Life Insurance? Two persons united with the church and the collection amounted to $16.18, which was presented to the pastor of the public's New Year gift to him in accordance with a long established custom. Revival services have been postponed until February on account of improvements being made in the vestry. The one hundredth anniversary of the church will be celebrated from February 3 to 10, inclusive. Brief Notes of personal mention are published in the local column free when accompanied by name and address of sender. GERTRUDE B. NEEDLES FUR SHOP 2297 BEVENTH AVENUE, N. V. Where you can get the best for your money. Old Furs remodeled like new, Fox furs, new beautiful Kolkina scarfs. All kinds of Seal Furs at lowest prices Nov 1-3 mo. DR. CHAS. H. ROBERTS DR. BENJ. T. WITHERS DENTIST 347 LENOX AVENUE Phone Mern. 5555 Near 127th St. Colored Men Attention! YOU ARE INVITED TO CALL ON DR. BRYAN Quick and lasting cure. Office open 9 A. M. to 8 P. M. also Sunday morn- ings 9 to 1. Medicines furnished. FOR MRN ONLY. Such as PILES, FISTULA, &c. &c. 30 years experience in Chronie Dis- scovery, Kidney, Bladder and other organs. MEN ONLY OLD DR. BRYAN, Specialist for Bone. 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