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The New York Age IS CLEAN. ONCE IT BROOMS A MEMBER OF THE FAMILY IT IS ALWAYS LOOKED FOR AND WELCOME. VOL. XXXL NO. 21. CONFER WIT HEADS AS ATTITUD CONFER WITH ORGANIZED LABOR HEADS AS TO THE FEDERATION'S ATTITUDE TOWARD THE NEGRO (Special to Tenn New York Anx.) WASHINGTON, D. C.—Present indications a conference will be held in the near future b Negroes and a committee from the American headed by Samuel Gompers, at which a frank a will be held on the future status of the colored of union labor. WASHINGTON, D. C.—Present indications are that an important conference will be held in the near future between representative Negroes and a committee from the American Federation of Labor, headed by Samuel Gompers, at which a frank and lengthy discussion will be held on the future status of the colored workmen in the ranks of union labor. A tentative understanding was reached here Tuesday of this week, after delegation of well-known colored men had appeared before the Executive Council of the American Federation of Labor and presented the resolutions recently adopted in the session of the National Urban Negro bearing on the affiliation of the Negroes among those to appear before the council, which was presided over by Samuel Gompers, were Dr. Robert R. Moton, Emmett J. Scott, John R. Shillad, Fred R. Moore, Eugene K. Jones and Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones. He also made reference to respectful attention, and Mr. Gompers, in particular, took pains to assure members of the delegation that he was in sympathy with Negro workmen and was sincere in his efforts to have them become affiliated with the American Federation of Labor in a session of the Federation some years ago in Birmingham, Ala., when the banquet was called off, scheduled to be held at one of the large hotels because the management's refusal to serve the colored delegates. Gompers Agreable to Conference. It was at the suggestion of Dr. Moton, committee of five colored men, committee of five from the American Federation of Labor hold a conference. President George W. Morrissey were among those who were inclined to favor such a plan. tions of this country during the past three or four years, have found entirely new conditions, and, in view of the present national emergency as well as economic problems which American labor will be expected to solve in the future, it is possible friendly co-ordination between all forces in America who can contribute to mutual welfare and national security the heavy emigration from the South is an evidence of the fact that the Negro workman is "making good" in quite a democracy, the Negro element of which heretofore he has had very limited opportunity. The Negro has always been desirous of himself with organized labor, if organized labor would "play fair" with him, and he never preferred to be a scab workman. In the present struggle for freedom and democracy, the Negro element of this country is unappreciable factor. All that Negro labor asks for at the hands of capital and organized labor, is a fair chance and a square deal. The Negro has pledged his loyalty to our other national crisis, and has neither labors in ship on upon the shore, in field in forest or in the mines; in munition works or factory or foundry, he means to do his part to the utmost of his ability, even as thousands of Negro soldiers in America were among those who were inclined to favor such a plan. Aat the last annual meeting of, the American Federation of Labor held at Buffalo, N. Y., a resolution was passed booking to the organization of colored wage-carners, engaged in various trades and education throughout the country, with a view to having them affiliated with the national labor organization. The Executive Council of the American Federation of Labor has been in session in Washington, D. C., since Sunday, February 10th. At a special meeting February 10th, Headquarters of the National Organization, corner Ninth and Massachusetts avenue, N. W. a group of colored men were invited to be present. The colored men present in their conference with officers and others connected to the American Federation of Labor, were invited to point of view with reference to the affiliation of colored wage-carners with the American Federation of Labor. Scott Makes Plea. Emmett J. Scott, who is assisting Secretary New D. Baker in looking after selecting the interests of colored soldiers in the citizens' general, spoke in part as follows: "In my opinion, one of the most importantly war measures that which President Samuel Gompers had could have been suggested, is the one message when he addressed his recent order ordering the observance of National Labor Loyalty Week, during which week the wage-carners through our country will actively demonstrate their work in order that pro-Germans here will at well other enemies abroad may have convinced them that the essential forces of America are united and determined in the prosecution of the war. Also in my opinion, one of the most just and generous steps the latter take in American Federation of Labor is the active in adopting at its last annual meeting in Buffalo, N. Y., a resolution to bury the bars which had been users serving as an almost insurmountable barrier to colored wage-carners who defied to entlist in the labor, and enjoy the benefits of organi- For reasons, which need not be disheated at this time, there had been a general disinhibition to admit colored men, mechanics, etc., into affiliation with the American Federation of Labor terms with other wagerage officers of this company, except in number of isolated cases, as for instance, the longshoremen of New Orleans, Mobile, Savannah, etc., and other men in the mining districts of Birmingham and a few other places. This should not take at the last meeting your organization in Buffalo, is hailed Negro leaders throughout our country pertaining to our business, the part of the organized Jabez business that will prove one of its most important constituent elements, without which no souls could co-operate the success of this war can hardly be assured. Even Jabez organizations have been in a state of ferment, so colored earners, throughout various Scott Makes Plea. indications are that an important near future between representative the American Federation of Labor, with a frank and lengthy discussion of the colored workmen in the ranks tions of this country during the past three or four years, have found entirely new conditions, and, in view of the present national emergency as well as economic conditions, expected to solve in the future, it is well that there should be the closest possible friendly co-ordination between all forces in America who can contribute to mutual welfare and national security, the heavy emigration from the South is an evidence of the fact that the Negro workman is doing good, himself with organized labor, of useful occupations—in many of which herefore he has had but very limited opportunity. The Negro has always been desirous of aligning, himself with organized labor, if organized labor would "play fair" with him, and he has never preferred to be a scab workman. In the present struggle for freedom and democracy, the Negro element this country is no unappreciable factor. All that Negro labor asks for at the hands of capital and organized labor, is a fair chance and a square deal. The Negro has ploaged his loyalty to our nation's cause. But, as he has in every other national crisis, and whether he labors in chiefly the labor in forest or in the mines; in munition works or factory or foundry, he means to do his part to the utmost of his ability, even as thousands of Negro soldiers in America finding emigrants are likewise ONE MORE BURNED AT STAKE IN TENNESSEE (Special to The New York Ace) Estill Springs, Tenn.-Jim McIlherron, colored, who is alleged to have shot and killed two-white men here last Friday, was burned at the stake here Tuesday night AFTER A CONFESSION HAD BEEN FORCED FROM HIM BY APPLICATION OF RED-HOT IRONS. The man was brought here Tuesday night by a posse which captured him after wounding him in battle near McMinnville earlier in the day. A mob estimated at upward of 1,000 persons met the train. A sister, of one of the men McIlherron is supposed to have shot, addressed the crowd, denouncing her brother's slayer. The prisoner then was taken to town, chained to a tree, tortured until the fiends made him confess and then burned! MASS MEETING FOR McDonough Memorial Hospital BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH West 132nd Street Bet. Lenox & 5th Avenues SUNDAY AFTERNOON 2 o'Clock February 17th, 1918 Brief addresses will be made by the following distinguished persons— Hon. John E. M. Minneapolis, New York. Dr. T. Lawrence Willis, School of Journalism, Columbia University. Hon. William M. Bannett, Former State Representative and Senator. Mrs. Lilia Walker Robinson. Hon. Charles W. Andersen. Rev. R. John Powell, Abysinia Baptist Church. Attorney Wm. Gilchrist Stewart, Attorney J. W. Crawford, Dr. Chas. Putnam, of Lincoln Hospital. Attorney J. Frank Whaston. Dr. William A. Sinclair, Member of Board of Management, American Hospital, Philadelphia, Director in Charge of Campaign Dr. R. A. Tayler, Presiding Officer Dr. A. & St. Chair Jones, Chairman of Campa- gion Committee. RAISE $8,187.87 FOR HOPE BAY NURSERY Mrs. Daisy C. Reed, the moving spirit in the Hope Day Nursery campaign, conducted to raise funds to pay off the $4,500 mortgage on the nursery building at 33 W.133d street and to provide it with fire escapes, reports that $8,187.87 was raised. The campaign was opened in November and brought to a close at a meeting held at the nursery February 3. Mrs. Reed, who is president of the Board of Managers, was applauded when she announced a donation of $4,500 from a white friend who had requested her name not to be made public. The result of the rally has been most gratifying to the members of Hope Day Nursery who, after a struggle for fifteen years, now find the nursery has a home which is entirely free of debt. How- Warren W. Anderson, a treasurer of Rally Committee, has submitted the following report, showing the amount raised by each club. Club No. 20, Mrs. Sara Grant, leader, $12.50; Club No. 21, Mrs. Albert S. Reed, leader, assisted by Samuel Stohn and Mrs. A. M. Dodge, $5.897; Berkeley leader, $40; Club No. 21, John W. Dias, leader, assisted by Mrs. J. H. Bowen, $3; Club No. 25, A. M. Robinson, leader, $5; Club No. 26, Anthony McCarthy, leader, $22; Club No. 29, members, Mrs. Nettie Black, Mrs. Bernia Smith and Mrs. Bessie Beardon, $502.29; Club No. 32, Mrs. Lella Robinson, leader, $119; Club No. 33, Mrs. Lella Robinson, leader, $119.75; Club No. 37, Mrs. Milred Swan, leader, $19.50; Club No. 38, Miss Emily Washington, leader, $15.10; Club No. 40, Miss Mamie Boyd, leader, $1.50; Club No. 43, Miss C. Caven, leader, $15; Club No. 44, Mrs. W. O. Terrell, leader, assisted by Mrs. John Gollahorn, Mrs. Emma Dorssey, $94.20; Club No. 7, Mrs. Minera Branch, leader, $15; Club No. 7, Mrs. Minera Branch, leader, $2; Club No. 49, Mrs. M. F. Lawton, leader, $9; Club No. 52, Mrs. Wm. A. Gardenen, leader, $24.50; Club No. 53, Mrs. Martha Williams, leader, $16.50; Club No. 54, Mrs. D. Poole, leader, $25; Club No. 55, Mrs. Lillian Campbell, leader, $8. Mothers' Club of the-Nursery, $7.50; From mite boxes collected by Anderson, $12; From mite boxes collected by February, $9.187.82 NATIONAL MARINE ASSN. MAKES GREAT PROGRESS The National Marine Association held its regular, meeting on January 20, 1918, at its rooms, 105 North Moore street; Manhattan, President Helps presided. At this meeting it was voted to keep all members financial on the books who have been called to, the front during the period of war. It was indeed pleasing to the members present to hear of, the grand progress the association made during the past year. The financial secretary, H. H. Smith, made him yearly report, which she was the WHAT OUGHT TO BE HARLEY DISTRICT OF SIO OWN AND PATRONIZED BY NEGROES ATTICE WE HAVE A NEW GOOD DEPARTMENT GARDENY DEPARTMENT HOME DEPARTMENT MATERIAL DEPARTMENT GREAT FURNISHING DEPARTMENT MUSIC DEPARTMENT FURNITURE DEPARTMENT HOMELAND DEPARTMENT SODA AND CANDY DEPARTMENT HOME DEPARTMENT DRESSMAKING AND TRADE DEPARTMENT A MARKET DEPARTMENT AND A MARKET YOU NEED INCLUDING MONEY TO LOAN. THE MORTD CALL US YOUR TRADES WE WISH YOU THE GOODS MORE TO BE TRIED FOR HOUSTON RIOT (Special to THE N. W. YORK AMM.) 'SAN ANTONIO, TEX.' The third court martial as a result of the Houston riot on August 23 last, will begin Monday, February 18, when forty members of the Twenty-fourth Infantry go to trial at Fort Sam' Houston on charges of mutiny and murder. Two previous courts tried seventy-eight members of the regiment, convicting all but five. Thirteen were hanged, five are under sentence of death and the others were sent to prison for long terms. (Special to THE NEW YORK ADR.) ALBANY, N. Y.—Assemblyman E. A. Johnson was the chief speaker at the exercises held in the lower branch of the Legislature Tuesday in honor of Abraham Lincoln. Mr. Johnson told the lawmakers how he had been born in slavery at Raleigh, N. C., belonging to a man who owned thirty slaves. "The name of the great Lincoln has a special reverence to me because my father and mother and I were all freed by his emancipation proclamation," said the speaker. "The fact that I am privileged to be a member of this Assembly and address you I owe to Abraham Lincoln. None but my race can feel the great respect and gratitude in which I hold his memory." MOTHER ZION HAS 17 MEMBERS IN THE WAR The special feature of the services at Mother Zion Church on last Sunday was the unfurling of the service flag with seventeen stars. Lieutenant O. E. McKaine and Editor Fred R. Moore of the ACM made appropriate addresses, and Dr. J. W. Brown made a short eulogistic pronunciation as the flag was unfurled by the two little Misses Melvino Shemo and Ruth Butler. Little Miss Mildred La Shay unveiled the honor roll for the names of the seventeen boys "In the Service." The choir, rendered patriotic songs, and the whole service was pronounced as being very fine. The church was crowded. MUST ADMIT NEGROES TO DANCE PAVILIONS (Special to TIME NEW YORK AQR) Albany, N. Y.—Admittance to a public dancing pavilion is open to Negroes on equal terms with white persons, the Court of Appeals decided Tuesday. The decision was rendered in affirming a judgment of $150 obtained by Carroll H. Johnson., a Negro, of Auburn, in a suit to recover for discrimination brought against the Auburn and Syracuse Electric Railroad Company. Recently the Court of Appeals held that saloons are not places of public entertainment. Tuesday's decision held public dancing pavilions as coming within both the letter and spirit of the statute prohibiting discrimination in places of public accommodation. OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN (Special to THE NEW YORK ACE.) Chicago, Ill.—In a letter read from Secretary Baker to the National Security League of Chicago, at the mass meeting held at the Coliseum on Lincoln's Birthday, Mr. Baker was quoted in part as follows: "In a most encouraging degree, it is being regarded by colored civilians throughout the country, as a privilege and as a duty to give liberally of their substance, of their time, of their talents, of their energy, of their influence, and in every way possible, to contribute toward the comfort, and success of our fighting units and those of our allies across the seas. "The colored men, who were subject to draft, are to be commended upon their promptness and eagerness in registering their names for service in the National Army, and likewise mention is made of the relatively low percentage of exemption claims filed by them. Those in the service of their country, I am sure, will prove faithful and efficient, and will uphold the traditions of their race. "It is, indeed, most fitting that you should hold your patriotic meeting on the day set apart in honor of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, whose name is synonymous with freedom, and true democracy." Among those taking part in Tuesday's exercises were the Rev. A. J. Carey, Dr. George Hall, the Rev. W. D. Cook, the Rev. J. J. Cook, and Morris Lewis. The principal speakers were Miss Namie Burroughs, the Rev. John Hayes Holmes and the Rev. George Frazier Miller, Miss Burroughs made a strong plea for race unity. The Rev. Cullen president of the local church, announces that over ten thousand have signed the petition, which follows: To the President of the United States: We, the undersigned citizens of New York, do respectfully and earnestly request and urge, that you extend clemency to the five Negro soldiers of the confederacy condemned to death by court martial at Fort San Houston, Texas, And, understanding that 'the cases of the men of the same regiment who were sentenced to life imprisonment by the first court martial will be reviewed, we also request and urge that you have this review brought before you; and that you be freed for bravery and loyalty of our Negro soldery in every crisis of the nation, that executive clemency be shown to them. A mass meeting will be held at the St. Philips parish house Tuesday even- ing at 19:30 and as many signers of the petition as possible are requested to be present. ORPHANAGE OFFICIALS ARE EXONERATED The Suffolk County Grand Jury last week after an exhaustive inquiry into the causes leading up to the freezing of two children's feet at the Howard Orphane and Industrial School at Kings Park, L. I., during January, has completely exonerated the officials of the institution of the charge of criminal negligence. The action of the Grand Jury was made known to several hundred colleagues and clients in the district at the Metropolitan Baptist Church in Harlem on which occasion a mass meeting of the Baptist churches of Manhattan was held to raise funds for the institution. Dr. W. P. Hayes, pastor of M. Olivet Baptist Church, presided. Among the speakers were L. Hollison Wood, president of the Board of Managers; Supt. J. H. N. Waring, Mrs. Mary H. Gordon, matron, and W. F. Trotman. As the result of the meeting nearly $500 in cash has been raised to date for the orphane, which is expected to open before many weeks. Mr. Wood stated that the Grand Jury of Suffolk County, after hearing with the officials of the institution had to say, reached the decision that they had done all they could under such adverse circumstances to prevent the infountain occurrence. The speaker exhibited a $5 bill which had been given by one of the Suffolk County officials for the orphane after hearing the statements of Measures. Wood Disease V Heart V Defects of bearing V Defects of vitis V Fat V Alcoholism V Hernia V Disease of organs of locomotion V Disease of the genitourinary system tory system Infectious Defective teeth Diseases of the skin Diseases of the mucous Tuberculosis Burns Various veins Diseases of the nerves General diseases ..... 12.4 8.8 12.0 Currantive of the spine ..... 9.0 18.1 9.0 Disease of the spine ..... 5.9 18.1 9.0 Disease of the digestive system ..... 6.1 7.2 6.2 Vitreous system ..... 4.5 6.2 6.2 Physical disability ..... 4.5 2.2 4.8 Overweight and obesity ..... 2.9 4.2 8.0 Diseases of the circulatory system ..... 8.4 0.9 2.3 Pain weight ..... 4.9 0.9 2.3 Injuries ..... 31.1 20.0 31.0 Dr. Brewer's comments on this table follow: "Venereal' disease' is the greatest cause for rejection, and reports from the cantonments where' the National Army has assembled indicate that a large number of the men had these diseases when they arrived at the camp. It is probably true that venereal diseases cause the greatest amount of sickness in our country. We must face this squarely and ensure our energies toward theirication. Since we have the case of these diseases and their node of transmission, we shall eventually be able to prevent them. "Heart disease stands second on the list, and this, too, is to a certain extent preventable. The same applies to decompensated heart disease, which are third and fourth on the list. Flat feet is fifth on the list, but it should probably stand higher, as many with this defect in a moderate degree are passed into the service. Most of them are later discharged because the condition of their feet is not durable. Contrary to the general opinion the colored men seem to have this deformity in less degree than the whites. "Defective teeth stand twelfth on the list, but should occupy a much higher place if we classed all who have cavities in their teeth. To pass the examining officer it is only necessary for a candidate to have two opposing molars on each side, and bicapsals are counted for molars. My personal observation has shown that the majority of teeth. These facts should increase our efforts toward securing adequate dental treatment for school children. Tuberculosis is fifteenth on the list but it is probable that many who had that disease were rejected by the recruiting parties because of poor physiology or un PULLMAN PORTER TELLS OF DECREASE IN TIPS (Special to THE NEW YORK ADR.) WASHINGTON, D. C.-The Railroad Wage Commission appointed by Director General McAdoo recently took up the subject of the compensation received by Pullman car porters and waiters. The fact that this class of employees is dependent, upon the tips received from the public for a living was brought out when Robert L. Mays, who has a run out of Chicago, told what the Government could do in the matter. Replying to a question as to the average earnings of a dining car waiter, he said: "Well, it's like this: A good boy can on a rushing day serve maybe ten persons three times a day. We figure he does well to average ten cents each, and that's a very good day for him." "But tips are getting fatter and fatter every day?" said Commissioner McChord. I can't agree to all you say, for the war has been a bad thing for lots and lots of people. Those who used to give two bids to us are carrying their own bags now and ducking out of the dining cars when we're back in the kitchen. People nowadays are forgetting tips when they have to pay taxes on berths and taxes on tickets and taxes on what they smoke. If we had to do without tips—if you folk say, we can't have tips—we would have to have $100 a month instead of $25 to live on. "Then you would rather have $100 and no tips?" "I can't say as to that. Some of us have good runs and some of us have more good people to wait on. Some of the men on the big Eastern lines, between here and New York for instance, would kick on a salary of $100 and rot tips, but the men in the West" on the long desert runs, where they have to buy their own food and get back home the best way they can, would be glad of the change. "And what difference does the tip make in the kind of service received?" Absolutely none. We not merely are good good service, but our superiors see that we do give it, for any dissatisfaction means loss of patronage by the road. "I suggest a very small addition to each check—about twelve cents—would care for the increase in wages. A slight advance in berth rates would pay the porters a living wage." B.S CLUB GIVES DANCE AT PALM BEACH (Special to The New York Acq.) PALM BEACH, Fla.—Tuesday evening, Jan. 29, the regular dance, staged as the Cadet Dance, under the management of the B. S. Club, was a success. Both hotels were well represented. So was also the dance of Feb. 5. Wednesday evening, Jan. 30, the biweekly "mock court" convened with S. H. Bell presiding judge; W. H. Cummings, assisting; J. J. Potete, district attorney; S. H. Butler was charged with miscellaneous shader. G. F. Roberts with D. W. Dawson was appointed for defendant. Statements from witnesses on both sides were heard. The jurors, with Dr. L. B. Carey, forman, retired for ten minutes and returned a verdict of "not guilty." Accused was lectured and discharged. Court then adjourned. The Jos. S. Lane-Jefferson Society held its first meeting of the season on Jan. 30. Interesting remarks were made by S. H. Bell and J. J. Potette, from the Breakers Literary Society; also Jos. L. McLane. The chairman and past president, Dr. S. Paunel, called for nomination and election of officers for ensuing season. By unanimous vote all past officers here this season were elected to the office of officers. Others were elected to fill vacancies. After recitation by Dr. W. Garrett, "Poet Guide," the meeting closed by "singing and praver." January 31 the Breakers Literary Society held its regular meeting and the following program was rendered: Opening song, by Frank Allen, "Throw out the Life Line"; prayer by the Rev. G. E. Carter; address, Dr. Bond of Philadelphia. Andrew (Rube) Foster of Chicago spoke on "Handicaps in all walks of life, more so amongst the Negro race." There was a declaration by Miss G. Brown, "Put on the Brake"; a composition by Mr. Hooper, "The Last Hymn"; solo by Frank Allen. The debate followed on the subject, "Should the Government conscript the wealth of the nation?" The question was decided in favor of the negative, by S. Butler. H. Whales spoke in the affirmative. The first cake walk of the season came off at the Breakers Hotel on Thursday evening, Jan. 31. Mayor Irwin of St. Paul, Minn., chairman of judges, awarded the cake and first prize to Earl Thomas and partner, Miss Esther Brown; second prize to John and another partner; third prize to the four men attached to the company this season have declared war on the former champion, Earl Thomas, and his partner. They mean to dethrone him from the championship, which he has held INDOL METHOD OF HAIR TREATMENT and indol Hair Grow- er and Oil grow healthy healthy hair and cure sand druff calp disease and indol Hair Grow- ment Tones and grow heal- ly hair and land ruff and scalp diseases. Our method of treating hair with hot oil gives the most wonderful result. SPECIAL OFFER As a convicter we will send you, prepa- lled, a bottle of Indol Oil Hair Tonic, Indol Hair Treatment and one jar of Glossine for straight- ing the hair. FOR A DOLLAR BILL AND YOUR OARD. Learn the INDO system of Hair Culture in booklet $25 Course for $11. Write for tree booklet. MME. BERNIA L. SMITH since 1906, when he defeated Pickin Hill and Buddie Gilmore at Madison Square Garden, with Emma, Miller as his partner. Mr. Brown is pupil of M. Coleman and Earl Woollard, and has been the latter's partner for four seasons at Palm Beach. Coles and Thomas are daily instructing the company in military tactics, and the girls are doing wonders with the guns. This month all their concerts will be given on the lines of patriotism previous to their regular cake walk. There is no doubt that these girls are the first ones of any race in America to perfectly handle the piece in the military manual and tactics. Service was conducted by the Rev. J. Chaney of Baltimore Sunday, 3rd inst., at the Poincaré quarters. His discourse was very interesting and helpful. A good many turned out. BAPTIST ANXIUGUS FOR PEACE AND HARMONY (Special to THE NEW YORK AD.) COLUMBIA, S. C.-The information published in THE AGE several weeks ago relative to the holding of a Baptist peace conference was hailed as an ennoblement. The organization in this section. Thousands are anxious for peace and harmony, realizing the great responsibility resting upon them as ministers and laymen. The Rev. P. P. Watson, corresponding secretary of the Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention of South Carolina, has recently issued an appeal along these lines addressed "to the Baptist Family of America." Among other things, he says: "We have made it, and by God's grace we can solve it in the interest of 2,500,000 Baptists of America." "We most earnestly beseach the ministers and their churches to pray at all of their mid-week and Sabbath services that God may touch the hearts of the members of the Commission, that divine wisdom may be given them in order that peace and harmony may come to the Baptists of this country. "If there has ever been a time in the history of the world or, the race that we should conserve our forces for the glory of God and the good of men, that time is now. As a race, blessings are coming to us on every hand. The demand for our service and the recognition of the same are in evidence. Larger doors of opportunity are awetting us, unless we conserve all of our strength, spiritual, intellectual, industrial and otherwise. we will fail to properly appropriate the blessings that should be used judiciously for the advancement of the race, and for the development of a higher Christian civilization. "This war must close sooner or later. What then will the harvest be? Representatives of twenty-four Foreign Mission Boards have been in conference, planning for the work that should be done in Africa after the war. The doors of Africa, Haiti, Cuba, South America are open to us. The call is urgent. Will we respond? May God help us to close up our breaches, lengthen the cords of our tent and be ready with hundreds of our young men and women trained and consecrated for service in our home and foreign fields." PROMINENT MEN TAKE PART IN EXERCISES The one hundredth anniversary celebrating the founding of the Bridge Street A. M. E. Church in Brooklyn, the Rev. W. Spencer Carpenter, pastor, closed Sunday with a special program and two instructive and eloquent sermons delivered by Bishop Levi J. Coppin. The opening sermon Sunday, February 3, was preached by Bishop William W. Beckett. In the afternoon there was an interesting service held by the young people, at which Superintendent John D. Nixon presided. Addresses were delivered by United States Senator William M. Calder and Dr. J. W. Rankin, secretary of missions for the A. M. E. Church. The evening sermon was preached by Rev. Reverdy C. Ransom, editor of the A. M. E. Review. Monday night was designated as former pastors' night. Frank Jackson, chairman of the board of stewards, presided, and the former pastors represented on the program were Presiding elder C. P. Cole. Revs. A. R. Cooper and J. B. Stansberry. Musical selections were given by the Misses Adole Brown, E. Jackson, Susie Powell, a reading by Miss M. Williams; and selections by the choir of Bethel Church. Tuesday evening was city pastors' night, and the following named pastors were on the program: The Revs. N. P. Boyd, W. M. Moss, A. C. Matthews, C. E. Wilson, J. Wallace, G. F. Miller, J. E. Harper, J. E. Harper, Kimball Warren, G. D. Patterson. Wednesday evening's program was in charge of J. D. Nixon. It was citizens' night, and the principal address was delivered by County Judge Norman S. Dike. The Bridge Street Church choir furnished the music. Others on the program were Judge Robert H. Elder, Dr. E. P. Roberts and Assemblyman E. A. Johnson. The program for Thursday evening was held under the auspices of the board of trustees, with Chairman James L. Edwards presiding. The speakers were Mrs. Hannah C. Smith, who has been associated with the hostess house at Camp Upton, and Miss O'Neil, war correspondent, who told a thrilling story of her experiences on the border with the General Pershing expedition. Friday night was given to reminiscences of the early history of the church. The speakers were Charles Johnson, Mrs. E. Henderson and Mrs. F. Carl, T. W. Delaney presided. The services were largely attended each night and the contributions were liberal. ESTABLISHED 20 YEARS 19 Prescott St. Jersey City, N. J. -Wige, -Bazala, -Balaize, -Pompadour, Transformations, Cymbies made as in Hair Mesh, Hair Mesh, Hair Mesh, Face Message, Mani- ture, Gored seams, combines sought, Lenses sought, Hair work, Diplomacy (Special to THE NEW-YORK ACM.) St. Louis, Mo.—In the death of Richard A. Huddlin, associate editor of the St. Louis Clarion, who died suddenly February 1, the Negro race has lost one of its leading newspaper men; a journalist who had many years of practical experience on some of the best daily papers in the country. For nearly thirty years he was associated with the Globe-Democrat, serving in the editorial department in various capacities until about a year ago, when he became a member of the Clarion staff. A Huddlin memoir in this city April 22, 1857, and was a graduate of Summer High School and Sherifft College. After finishing school he became principal of the Kirkwood-Webster-school and while teaching became the St. Louis County correspondent for the Globe-Democrat and The Westliche Post. Mr. Hudlin became a power in Republican politics and at one time was influential in St. Louis and St. Louis Count politics. It was Mr. Hudlin who started Lester A. Walton, managing editor of THE ACE, in the journalistic field. Solemn high mass was held over the remains at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church on Monday of last week, Father McGuire officating. Interment was in Calvary Cemetery. Deceased is buried by a widow, Barbara Hudlin a sister, Julia B. Jackson a brother, Wm. H. Hudlin, both of Chicago; Frank Hudlin, New York; brother; four daughters, Telagie A. Green, Beatrice Grady, Clotilde M. and Barbara M. Hudlin; sons, Joseph F. Edward-W. James Grant and Richard A. Jr., and six grandchildren SCRANTON, PA. Scranton, Pa.—Last Sunday was quarterly meeting at Bethel. In the morning the presiding elder, the Rev. W. H. Truss of Pittsburgh, preached a stirring sermon from Romans 8-38-39. At-12:30 p.m. an interesting Sunday School session was held. At 3 p.m. the Rev. A. L. Norton of Wilkes-Barre spoke ably from John 14-2, "The Hope of the Soul." The sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered. At the 7 p.m. service, an interesting Christian Endeavor meeting was enjoyed by a large audience. Man visitors were present. The Rev. Kinnick gave us a stirring sermon on "A Greater Man Than Solomon" The Rev. Mr. Conger (white), long a friend of Bethel, was on the rostrum and gave the invocation. Collection, over $30. On Monday evening, January 28, Mrs. R. M. Tyler entertained in honor of Mr. Tyler's birthday. Games and dancing were enjoyed. A feature was the prize whist game, won by Mr. and Mrs. C. Z. Riley, Mrs. Riley receiving a silver thimble and Mr. Riley a gold tie pin. Covers were laid for fifteen. The guests were Mr. and Mrs. William Hearne, Mr. and Mrs. George Brooks, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wilson, Mr. and rs. Harry Crampton, Mr. and ms. Gus Brooks, Mrs. Early Wilson, Mrs. Wm, Meyers, Mrs. Marn Johnson, Harvey Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Tyler. Mrs. Jesse Jackson left Tuesday for Altoona, Pa., to join her husband. Mr. and Mrs. G., W. Brown continue very ill. Mrs. Claude Kingen entertained the Wednesday Afternoon Embroidery club last week. After spending several hours planning new work, covers were laid for ten. Mrs. J. M. Jackson entertained Mrs. W. L. Robinson at dinner, Sunday. Mrs. Sharper is able to be about again. PHILADELPHIA, PA PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—James Brown has been assigned to the One Pound Cannon Platoon of the Headquarters Company, 368th Infantry at Camp Meade, Md. Mrs. S. W. Layton, Miss Hattie Norris and A. L. Manley have returned from New York, where they were attending the convention of the National League on Urban Conditions. $\textcircled{2}$ A committee has been appointed from the following organizations to secure better housing facilities for the vast influx of labor that has come up from the South to work in the big industrial plants in the vicinity: Philadelphia Abolition Society, Colored People Philadelphia, Philadelphia Housing Association, Octavian, Hill Association, Armstfong association, Whittier Centre and Silver Club. Max Barber spoke at the Sharp Street Memorial Church, Baltimore, Md., on Sunday under the auspices of the Men's Brotherhood. Major Tandy of the 15th Regiment, New York, was the guest of Dr. William A. Sinclair on Friday. The People's Savings. Bank, which was organized September 6, 1997, filed a petition for dissolution; in Common Pleas Court No. 1, last week. The officers are Hon. George H. White, president; Elias L. Saunders, vice-president; Levi A. Cottman, secretary, Martin J. Lehman, treasurer; The Father and Son Movement is being celebrated. this week by the Boys' Work Division. A big diner was given at the S. W. Y. M. C. A. on Wednesday, February 13, J. Paul Brock, Principal of the Durhman School is chairman. Andrew F. Stevens of the firm of Brown and Stevens, bankers, is a candidate for the State Legislature. As he is slated by the power of election, he W. Bass, at one time represented this district, Mr. Stevens loyalty needs no questioning. public welcome will be tendered the Rev. Charles S. Freeman and wife on Thursday evening, February 21, by the officers and members of the First African Presbyterian Church of which the Rev. Mr. Freeman is pastor. Deacon Johnson, president of the Chef Club of New York City, was in town on Wednesday making arrangements for the appearance of his club at the Academy of Music April 22. Miss Ruth Scott was graduated Thursday from the Normal School for Girls, with high honors from a class of 118. Corporal Herman D. Brown of Headquarters Company, 3638 Infantry, has been appointed a clerk in the Regimental Post Office at Camp Meade, Md. Messrs. Cohen and Sammonns, brokers, have taken over the Peoples, Savings Bank- Building. pier Metropolitan Church, corner 15th and Christian streets, will give their pastor, the Rev. J. W. H. Eason and his wife their first annual reception Monday evening, February 18. Mrs. Dorcas Brown is chairlady. Beatrice Daniels, 22, Edith Williams, 10 and Wilton Daniels, 5, years old, were secretly scaled Monday at their home, back street, by the explosion of a water back. James Henry Duckery, son of the Rev. William Duckery, N. Ojan street, was graduated from the School of Pedagogy Tuesday at the 26th commencement exercises. Damage estimated at seven thousand dollars was caused Wednesday night by a fire which originated from an overheated house in the home of James Cartwright, 1844 Lombard street and spread to the two adjoining buildings. Community Monday was observed today by the Waterview Annex at-502 W. Haines street, by keeping open house and serving tea. HARTEORD CONN HARFORD, Conn.—The Young Men's Progressive Club, which had charge of the program at the Y. U. C. E. of the Talcott Street Congregational Church on last Sunday, gave a creditable program. Those taking part were Wm. Jackson, Philip Jenkins, William Crawford and Ernest Wilson. Miss Esther Hudson, formerly of Hartford, but now living in Springfield, Mass, spent Sunday in town visiting her mother and seeing her old friends. The many friends of Sidney M. Johnson are expressing great sympathy over the destruction of his undertaking establishment, through a fire caused by an overheated furnace on last Thursday morning. M. D. Crass is again in the city after an extended trip through New York State and elsewhere, visiting friends. Miss Myrtle Preshy, secretary in the real estate offices of W. Grant Bethel, has been ill the past week with gripe. The Rev. James A. Wright has been appointed vice-president of the campaign committee for the Salvation Army War Fund. NEW HAVEN, CONN NEW HAVEN, Conn.—The Fortnightly Study Club, of which Mrs. Sarah Lee Flemming is president, held their regular meeting at the residence of Mrs. Muse, Bassett street, Wednesday night. A lively discussion about the relation of colored women towards munition and industrial work took place. The Bethel Sunday School elected the following officers: J. R. Cannon, superintendent; B. Gordon and Geo. S. Brooks, assistants; Miss Ruth Jones, secretary; Mrs. Clara Miller, treasurer; Cecil Seales and Le Foy Dortche, librarians. The Rev. Wm. H. Lacey, Henry Hooks, B. Gordon, Mrs. Clara Miller, Mrs. Ada A. Lacey, Miss Louise Allen and Miss Queenie Lacey were elected teachers. The Sunday attendance was good. Howard Gregg of the Yale School of Religion gave a very helpful exposition of the lesson. Mrs. Adarana Mill had a fine program for the Young People's meeting. Mr. McLane gave a choice violin selection. Henry Hooks gave an address on Brain Cultivation. Mrs. Julia Carr and Miss Ruth Jones rendered excellent vocal solos. Miss Sara Thompson, the trained nurse, gave a select reading lesson elaborations which covered the lesson of the lesson. From the Yale School of Religion, gave a helpful address on the subject of "Using What You Have," and stated that silent advice put into real active life was the best advice to give. The Imperial Quartet, composed of Curtis Saulbury, Alfred and Aaron Powers and Harry Mero, rendered a musical selection. Lonzo Hunter joined the quartet and led in an old plantation melody, "My Lord is Ridding All the Time." Next Sunday an excellent program is promised under Masters Clarence Pearl and James Houster. Sunday morning the pastor preached on "Called and Chosen." At the evening service he delivered a forceful discourse on "What My Church Stands For." The discourse was pregnant with the essentials of race development. The services are well supported with fine singing. Samuel Harvey, who has been sick and confined to his bed, is somewhat improved, Mrs. Elizabeth Bonner and Mrs. Sprigues are also on the sick list. WILL Pre- mote a full Growth of Hair. 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Andrews were united in marriage at the Bethel parsonage Monday night, February 4. Rector H. O. Bowles left during the week for his long vacation. The Rev. T. E. Roach, a former pastor of Zion A. M. S. Church, was in the city and remained over to preach at Zion Sunday night. He preached at Union in the afternoon. The Rev. D. S. Klugh spent Sunday in Boston at the People's Church, to which he has been called. The Rev. Jeter of Newport, filled the pulpit of Immunuel. The 98th anniversary of the Dixwell Avenue Congregational Church was celebrated Sunday; also the 15th anniversary of the pastorate of the Rev. Edward Goin. STAMFORD, CONN Stamford, Conn.—Mrs. David Tanner, 52 West Broad street, is asking all the women of Stamford to join the Red Cross. Charles Reed of New Haven spent the week-end with his mother, Mrs. V. Smith, of Stillwater avenue. Edward Smith is organizing a band. Mrs. W. Green of Rose Park avenue was out of town visiting friends last week. Mr. Duncan of Atlantic street was in New York on business this week. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cooper of Long Island buried their son in Stamford. Monday. The funeral was held at the A. M. E. Church. The Union Baptist Church, the Rev W. O. Harris, pastor, held a rally and raised $200 last Sunday. The Rev Mr. Norton of Bridgeport greached on the morning. Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Cee are the proud parents of a baby boy. PORTSMOUTH. N. H Portsmouth, N. H.-Mrs. John L. Davis is confined to her home in Hanover street by illness. Miss Martha Gathers, who has been confined to the Portsmouth Hospital for the past month, is convalescing. George M. King returned last Sunday from a business trip to New York. John A. Hagan of New Haven, Conn., spent a few days here the first of the week. P. Draper Looseback has been called in the government service as a blacksmith. The monthly meeting of the Young Men's Bible Class was held with R. S. Anderson in Washington street last Tuesday evening. The Teachers' Union of the Pearl St. Baptist Sunday School was entertained by James F. Slaughter last Wednesday evening at his home in Washington street. YOUNGSTOWN. O Youngstown, Ohio—About fifty couples from here attended the Lewis Mitchell lodge of Elks' first annual reception in Warren, Friday. The weather was bad and car service poor. Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Venable of 727 West Federal street, are rejoicing over a fine bouncing house. Mrs. Mammie Redmond and Agatha of Rochester Ridley the guest of the former's sister, Mrs. Mose Taylor, 931 Maple street, who is able to be about after her illness. Charles Reeves of Covington street is on the sick list. Mrs. J. W. Burk of 211 Northwests street is somewhat better. The 'lecture Thursday evening by the Rev. Gilmor at Odd Fellows' Hall for the benefit of St. Augustine Mission was largely attended and the more met a large number of his old friends. He is now at Steubenville. LEXINGTON, VA. LEKINGTON, Va. — "Home-coming Day" was held, at the First Baptist Church Sunday, Feb. 10. The Bible Class of the M. E. Church entertained the Penny Club with a program Thursday night. The Junior Missionary Society met with Mrs. S. H. Pleasants on Friday night, Jan. 25. Mrs. Adolph Haynes was called home on account of the illness of her sister, who has improved since. Mrs. Helen, White was called to her home on account of the death of her grandmother. John W. Jones made a trip to the city Saturday, leaving Monday for his post of duty. Wim, Bowyer and Douglas Wingfield are in the city. Samuel Reid of Nathahe. Va. was in the city Sunday, the guest of Miss May Barlow. John Hagan is home after a profitable stay in the Southland. Mrs. Geneva Williams is on the sick list, but is improving. William Hinton visited his mother and relatives during the week, but has returned to Camp Lee, Va. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Massie and a boy Baby. Joseph Lewis passed away after a long illness. A wife and three children survive him. RALEIGH·N. C. Raleigh, N. C.-Mark Williams, an old and respected citizen of Raleigh, died at his home on East Hargelt street on the evening of February 9, after an illness of short duration. Mr. Williams held one job for more than fifty years. He began service at the white-D. D. & B. institution located at Raleigh, in 1865, and was holding the same position at the time of his death, to the entire satisfaction of the management. Charles Holland died at his home on 'South Saunders street, February 6. He was about 70 years of age. He was buried with Masonic honors. Mrs. L. E. Fairley is gradually improving. For more than ten days she has been confined to her sick room. Mrs. McClendon of Charleston, S. C., was called to the bedside of her sick sister. Miss Mabel Hoover, on Thursday evening. At this writing Miss Hoover was reported slowly improving. Dr. David Mrs. K. W. 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Spottswood's baby passed away Monday at 3.45 p. m. Funeral was held at the home. Miss Bertha Cobb is out again after a serious illness. Miss Katrina is out of the hospital, after having a severe fall. The Rev. and Mrs. Byrd are invited to Maplewood, N. J., this week. WASHINGTONVILLE, N. Y. WASHINGTONVILLE, N. Y.—Albert Sewell, John Tucker, Tucker Lewis and Winn Dallson of Jersey City, were in town Sunday. Services at Bethany Chapel were well attended Sunday, the Kev. P. W. Sewell, the preaching morning and the subject in the morning was "Christ Choosing his disciples," in the evening the subject was "Go Forward." The young people's meeting was led by Miss Lottie Freeman. Miss S. J. Peterson and Clara Depew sang a duet, Cora Ross sang an encore, reading Miss Isabel Breer, A. McBride, Frances Peterson and Nancy Mann. The Knitting Class met at Mrs. Charles Depew's last week. CORNING. N. Y Corning, N. Y.—Clarence Jones of Addison visited friends here Sunday. Mrs. Mildred Denning of Big Flats we met. Owing to cold winter we have had many cases of illness. The following are able to be out again: Mrs. Geo. James, Miss yissia yames, Mrs. McBride, Miss Mila Sarah, McBride, and Miss Jessica Scott, Misses Sarah Watkins, Mabel Lind- son, visiting friends. In Elmira Sunday, visiting friends. The Rev. Z. A. Jones has returned, after a visit to Pittsburgh. Mrs. J. Hagan has gone to Newark, N. J., on a visit. Greene Hogan was in Philadelphia last week. James Tyson and William Maxey left Friday for Camp Dix. N. J. LE ROY N. Y. Le Roy, N. Y. — The Second Baptist and Presbyterian churches united in service last Sunday morning, when the Rev. Robert McLimly sermon from the subject, "A Summons to the Christian Church." In the evening there were community services at Lambton Hall. Similar services be held there on next Sunday even- Miss Nina Burrell returned Friday from her home in Virginia, where she has been visiting since December. Miss Mamie Poles of Calidonia spent the week-end visiting friends in Le Roy. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Alexander entertained dinner Sunday, his sister. Miss Caitra Alexander, of Rochester, and Miss Mamie Poles of Calidonia. Miss Anna Sellers spent last Sunday visiting her sister, Mrs. Lewis Price of Calidonia. POUGHKEEPSIE. N. Y. Poughkeepsie, N. Y.-Mrs. Jas. K Lewis and son have returned home after spending several weeks in New Haven, the guest of Mrs. Twyman Mrs. Lewis daughter. The Rev. Chas. S. Farless attended the conference of the Hudson River Central Baptist Association. He had lunchmen Monday at the Memorial Baptist Church, Newburg, and attended on the Sunday the attended the meeting of the Fuel Administration Board at the Chamber of Commerce which was very instructive. The Rev. Mr. Farless also attended the unwelling of the new pipe organ at the Messiah Baptist Church, Yonkers, N. Y., the Rev. S. W. Smith, pastor. Prayer and praise services were conducted Sunday morning at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, conducted by Deacon W. H. Powles. Sunday School at 3 p.m. and the B. Y. P. U. at 4 p.m. were attended and at 8 p.m. the pastor spoke. Mr. Mrs Robert Carter of Hopewell, N. Y. have opened a restaurant at 3 North Clinton street. Mrs. Mary Evans Winfield is in New York on business. YONKERS N Y YOUNKY, N. Y.-Mrs. Anna R. Cole was on Sunday at the Metropolitan Zion Church, after several weeks' illness. Miss Irene Howard, School Street, is greatly indsponsed. Word comes from Hilton Cole, attending school at Dinwiddie College, Virginia, that he has passed in every study during this examination. Notwithstanding dark clouds overhead and sleet under font, good congratulations attended both services at the SUPERIOR TO COPAIBA & INJECTION SANTAL CAPSULES MIDY RELIEVES IN 24 HOURS OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday. Dr. Smyer, the pastor, conducted the services. The Sunday school in the afternoon was unusually large, in attendance. Classes 3 and 7 were the banner classes. The Christian Endeavor Society at 7 o'clock was led by Mrs. Bertie Rogers and Mrs. M. A. Smyer. The Messiah Baptist Church enjoyed for the first time last Sunday music from the pipe organ just installed. Prof. E. Jackson of New York, furnished the music in the afternoon at 3 o'clock. WATKINS, N. Y. WATKINS, N. Y.—The Benevolent Society met with Mrs. Fred Sterry on Thursday. Gilbert and Richard Reed are numbered in the next draft for Camp Dix. Miss Margaret Westbrook of Binghamton is visiting Mrs. Frank Mrs. Wheatst of Binghamton and her little daughter are being entertained by her husband, who is employed at the Glen Spring. Mrs. Mary Wess has returned home after spending a week at the Jackson health resort at Dansville, N. Y. Reuben Brown has been on the sick list. Mrs. Clinton Bowes has been enter-tored by Mrs. Braceface. Mrs. Hattie Clark and Mrs. Petit Phillip have renewed their subscriptions for THE AGE. Charles Graston is still wearing a smile over the arrival of a twelve-pound baby boy. Mrs. Frank Steve and Mrs. Claud King entertained at whist during the past week. Bethseda Sabbath School was largely attended on Sunday. even if it was due to Mrs. Crow and Mistress I. Graston for their splendid work as teachers. Mrs. Mary Wess is superintendent. MUMFORD. N. Y. Mumford, N. Y. — Services were largely attended at the Second Baptist Church Sunday. The pastor preached an interesting and helpful sermon. One joined the church. Next Sundays, February 14, and March 1, the pastor, m. and a, m. and at 3 p. m. by the pastor. All are invited. Miss Auna Sellers from LeRoy Second Baptist and Henry Dinkle of Scottsville were among the worshippers at the Second Baptist Church on Sunday. John Jackson, who underwent an operation at the Ihmannmann Hospital in Rochester inst week, is improving. Mrs. Rose Marshall is quite indisposed. Miss Faule Carpenter entertained Mary M. Clarke and Leona Blackburn Saturday evening. The Rev. Mr. Hynes was a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Farmer in Caledonia Inst Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. S.-B. Bannister were recent visitors in Rochester. Mamie Nash of Philadelphia is visiting the Carpenter home for a few days. Remember the "Hover Supper" on February at the home of Mrs. Lewis Price under the auspices of the Missionary Society. "Mr. Blackburn is able to be out again. NEWBURGH. N. Y NEWBURGH, N. Y.-Miss Laura Peterson has returned after a pleasant stay in Brooklyn. Master Raymond Selsey is improving. The A. M. E Zion Church, the Rev L. H. Taylor pastor. Services were conducted in the parsonage at 8 p.m. Holy Communion was administered. All welcome. The Rev E. N. McDaniels, pastor of the Ebenzer Bartlett Church, occupied his pulpit at both services Sunday. Subject at 11 a.m. "Why We have Dead Churches"; evening's discourse, "Has God's Hand Been Seen in Any of the Wars of the World?" Mrs. E. N. McDaniels gave a creditable concert at the American Reform Church, corner Third and Grand streets, Wednesday evening, February 6. Miss Mamie Johnson had charge of music. The West Point Cavalry detachment basketball team played Co L at the Armory Saturday evening. After the game dancing was enjoyed by white and col- The following officers were elected at the Golden "Sickle" Household of Ruth Lodge: Robert H. Hawkins, worthy recorder; Miss Ada Hawkins, noble governor; Mrs. Mary E. Jackson, most noble governor; Mrs. Anna Crawford, past most noble governor; Mrs. M. H. Hasbrouck, treasurer; Mrs. Hannah Print, worthy chamberlain; Jonathan Bell Jones, prelate; Johnson is improving; Mrs. Ruth Schoonmaker is very sick at her home, 200 Channbers street. Mrs. Elizabeth Jackson and Miss Bertha Cobbs are improving. POUGHKEEPSIE. N. Y. POUGHKEEPSF, N. Y.—Services at the Smith Street A. M. E. Zion Church were well attended Sunday as usual. Pastor Van Buren spoke at both services. The Sabbath School, under Assistant Superintendent Clarence Anderson, keeps up to date with the Rev. C. Van Buren, with the other pastors of the city, attended a meeting at the Chamber of Commerce rooms last Friday, called by the Fuel Administrator for a discussion of the fuel shortage. Miss Sadie A. Rhodes, chairman of the pastor's funds Committee, placed the pastor's hands $25, the full amount of the assessment, which was forwarded to the Mid-Winter Conference held Thursday at Paschorthester. "An Evening With Negro Writers and Composers," when last Thursday evening by the Lafayette University, auxiliary to the Neighborhood, under auspices of General Claims Auxiliary Number Three, Mrs. Jessie Wye, president, proved to be one of the finest entertainments by the young peo- ole yet presented at Zion and was well attended. Among the sick are noted Madame Rose, Mrs. J. May, Jacob Williams, Mrs. M. A. Rhode Mrs, Ida Bleen, Mrs. J. Headley and Mrs. Eugenia Mayfield, all of whom are recovering. The Rev. C. Van Buren was indispensable and unable to attend the Mid-Year Conference at Portchester last Thursday. A stereoception exhibition of the Passion Play will soon appear at Zion and will be supported by the best of Pouhkeesie's "local talent. At a recent meeting of the trustees of Zion George John was elected chairman of the board. Clarence Anderson is secretary and Yarbrough Chapman, treasurer. ROSELER N Y Rossville, N. Y.-In spite of the severe cold weath and the coal shortage, the Rev. V. B. Waters, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion Church, filled the pulpit both morning and evening, preaching to an appreciative audience. Daniel P. Snock and H. James are remodeling an ice house. On Monday Mrs. Mary Landin died at her home in the church lane. Funeral services were held at the A. M. E. Zion Church Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, the Rev. V. H. Waters officiating. In interment at the A. M. E. Zion cemetery. Master J. and R. Mitchell of New York spent three days at E. G. Mitchell's home in Woodrow road. The Rev. J. S. Decker filled the 'putt at the St. James A. M. E. Zion Church, Perth Amboy, N. J., on Sunday morning, and the Rev. Dr. Geo. E. Ferris, presiding elder, spoke in the evening to a crowded house, The Rev. J. E. Robinson the pastor, reported that he is doing nicely and his co-workers are giving him valuable advice. The Rev. V. B. Waters held revival services all week at the A. M. E Zion Church, West Brighton, the Rev. J. H. Lewis, pastor. AUBURN N. Y Auburn, N. Y.—Mrs. Alfred Parker spent last Sunday in Syracuse. Mrs. W. Smith tendered little Ethel Scott of Oswego a party Wednesday afternoon, February 6, it being her 15th birthday. Mrs. Cornish of St. Catharine's Can, was the Sunday guest of Mr. and Mrs. D. Diggs. Miss J. Fairfax pent Sunday in Seneca Falls. Mrs. Marie Freeman has been recently deputy deputy over the Court of Appeals. Charles Anthony delightfully entertained last Thursday at a course dinner in honor of Mr. Napoleon Jackson of Ithaca. Mrs. M. Freeman, Miss Lucy Freeman, Messra, -S. Parker and E. Watkins are on the slick list. Mrs. W. Scott and children have returned to their home in Oswego, N. Y. The fourth star has been added to the service flag at Zion Church. It represents Harry Jones, who has enlisted. Ethel Emm Dorsey is spending a few days in Binghamton. The Holland children are suffering with meningitis. HILLBURN. N. Y. Hillburst, N. Y. - On Sunday evening, February 10, the Rev. Byron Gunner preached on "The Return of the Jews to Jerusalem and the Second Coming of Christ." Miss Marton Van Dunk and Miss Madge De Freese were in town, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Augustus De Freese are rejoicing at the arrival of a young daughter. The young ladies of the community presented the church with an American flag and a service flag in honor of our boys who are taking in the church. The presentation took place at the church, at which time an interesting program was rendered. The Rev. Mr. Caldwell and the Rev. Mr. Gunner gave speeches on "Patriotism." The stars represent the following: William Van Dunk, Ralph Dennison, Nathan Carles, Charles Morgan, Docom De Hertert Van Dunk, Benjamin Jackson, Franklin Carles, Issaac Mann and Henry Mann. A dance will be given by Unit No. 14 of Hillburn, Mohawk and Sufferin for the benefit of Negro War Relief, under Mrs. Hopkins' movement, Wednesday evening, February 20, at Fireman's Hall. Dancing from 9 p. m. to a meeting of this society was held at the home of Mrs. William Van Dunk of Mohawk, N. J., at which $20 was donated for the cause. Four members were added, making a total of fifteen. The Willing Workers' society held a business meeting Thursday last, at which the following officers are in attendance: Suffin; vice-president, Mrs. Walter De Freese; secretary, Mrs. N T Van Dunk; treasurer, Miss Kittie De Freese. ROCHESTER N Y Rochester, N. Y. — The annual mid-winter rally held by the members of A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday netted 206.62. The pastor, the Rev E. D. W. Jones, preached morning and evening. Oliver E. Smith of Cleveland was the home guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Lee last week. H. G. Harden and R. V. Minor attended the Shrirens' Ball in Buffalo last week. The annual reception and ball given by the Adonis Club Friday evening was the social event of the season. Many out-of-town guests were present, including Oliver Smith of Cleveland, Miss Mildred-Dawson of Batavia and Miss Bertha Egling of Detroit. Class No. 7 of A. M. E. Zion Sunday school met Friday evening with Miss Nettle Bennett. After the regular routine of business a dinty lunch was served. B. J. Hawkins, 38 Favor street, is on the slick list. Lambs' Auxiliary, No. 6, will hold its second annual dance at Fowler College Hall, February 21. Employees: No. 3124, P. G. M. Counell No. 451; Marilinda Honehold of Ruth, No. 759, and Juvenile F. No. 1242, G. U. of O. F., will hold their Peter Ogden celebration at Trinity Church Monday evening, March 4. Miss Mildred Dawson of Batavia was the guest of Mr. Martin on Friday. Miss Bertha Egling of Detroit, Mich., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Ling and her brother, Charlene, 69 Fluoride. Mr. and Mrs. W. Henry Green entertained at dinner Sunday Oliver Smith of Cleveland. J-THACA N. Y Ihaca, N. Y.—An excellent program was rendered at the meeting of B. Y. P. U. Sunday evening at Calvary Baptist Church. The pastor, the Rev. W. Whiting. Borneice taking part were Misses Bornice Walker and Mamie Carter. Charles Rankin, chapel at Camp Dix, spoke at the A. M. E. Zion Church Tuesday, February 12. The Frances Harper Club gave a musical recital at Calvary Baptist Church Tuesday evening. Madam Perry, the well-known soprano, sang, "The Walt Disney" with singing relatives at Newport News, Va. Communion and baptismal services were held at Calvary Baptist Church Sunday evening. Charles Magill read the baptismal rites. Services at the A. M. E. Zion Church have been suspended until further notice and the heating system of the church was badly damaged during the recent cold spell. Mrs. C. Williams, 112 Cleveland avenue, was agreeably surprised Friday night, when friends walked in laden with delicious cats and took full possession of her home. A social time was heartily enjoyed. Mrs. Williams left February 12 for Nashville to join husband, Lilley Williams, who has been the South since the holidays. Mrs. Homer Jones and Thomas Hawkins are ill with the grip. The ladies are grasping every opportunity to do their bit for our boys. The required number, twenty, have been secured for the first old movement, and fifteen were present Sunday. The meetings are being held every Sunday afternoon in the social welfare building. T. W. Valentine instructor of the Young Ladies' Knitting Club, enjoys the honor of being the first of the ladies in our city and county to pass an examination making her eligible to do Red Cross work. ELMIRA. N: Y Services at the Donglass Church on Sunday were well attended at p. m. G. W. Wadsworth gave a splendid address under the auspices of the W. C. T. U. and manager of the no license campaign. At 7 p. m. Christian Endeavor services, at which time Miss Pearl Brent and Daniel Clark read two excellent papers. At 8 p. m. the pastor, the Rev. L. L. Woops, preached a fine sermon on "Baptism," after which he baptized two. Collection was Mr. E. Cunningham has moved from Lake street and has taken rooms with Mrs. E. Shermton on Dickinson street. UTICA, N. Y. Urica, N. Y.—At Hope Chapel Union Church last Sunday evening—the Rev. R. J. Strother, pastor, announced that the 'Indies' Sewing Club will serve a New England supper in the bazaar room of the church Washington's Birthday Hall. Mrs. Sarah Frank of Syracuse, was the week end guest of her daughter, Mrs. Brown, Park avenue. Samuel F. Johnson, 414 Main street, has been recently appointed messenger for Senator Chas. Wekts, at the Capitol at Alhany. Prince Wrestler has opened a barber shop at the Imperial Hotel on Jay street. Wrestler Wrestler, arrived in the city from Connecticut. Central City Communiqué No. 16. Knights *empliars*, he appointed a committee for the annual reception which will be held Thursday. April 28th. The committee hopes to make this the banner attraction of the season. Cook & Stevenson were the attraction in vaudeville at the majestic Theatre in the city of the Capitol. The Harmony King's Quarter was the headliner at the Colonial Theatre. near Redwood, N. Y. After it is remodeled and fitted up they hope to let it to people of the race during the fishing season this summer. Watch for their advertisement. Mr. and Mrs. Amos Lavender, 426 Boad street, street, gave Private William Widow of Camp Dix, N. J., a farewell dinner and 411 Gilhert street, after a very painful operation on her eyes, is getting along nicely. Miss Cora Gordon has returned after spending one year with her parents in Pittsburgh. Miss Cora Wm. Winn, Saunders and Mrs. Chas. H. Lewis, Jr., were the week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Lewis, Sr., of Illon. SCHENECTADY N Y Schenectady, N. Y.—The Rev. P. R. Washington preached a good sermon Sunday to a large congregation. Little Edith Myers, who underwent an operation at the hospital, has been removed to her home much improved. Mrs. G. H. Frazier is somewhat indisposed. Mrs. Roland Johnson gave a birthday in honor of Miss Nella Brown, 446 South Centre street. Dancing and games were indulged in and Miss Brown was the recipient of many nice presents. Mrs. Charles Molson of Albany spent Friday at the home of Mrs. G. H. Frazier. Mrs. P. Jackson, 112 Fourth avenue, is spending the week in New York City. Robert of Albany, 233 East Avenue in Johnstown and Gloversville. Frank Castell of Boston spent Sunday with his father. A large number attended prayer meeting last Thursday at the residence of Charles Vroman. Robert Benjamin of Hartford visited his mother last week. Schuyler Frazier spent Saturday in Amsterdam, visiting friends. He visited New York and Springfield Mass. O. J. Kelly is confined to his home with an injured ankle. G. Buffalo is spending the week in New York. Mrs. N. Hotaling is ill and under the care of Mrs. W. Conway. John Williams, 499 South Centre street, is suffering from heart trouble. E. Hodson and D. Season, who were injured in the explosion of the house, go to the hospital. Joseph Williams, who runs a barber shop, was badly injured last Friday and is in the hospital with a fracture of the skull. SARATOGA SPRINGS SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. Saratoga Springs, N. Y. On Thursday evening, February 7. Miss May E. Harrison and William M. Williams were united in marriage by the Rev E. Brooks a 2012 street theater those present were Mrs. E. Brooks, Mrs. Belle Green and Mrs. Nancy Green. A collation was served after the ceremony. Mrs. Mattie Gatters died at her home in Cleveland avenue, February 10. The funeral was held February 12, the Rev E. U. A Brooks officiating. Musical was held at the A. M. E. Zion parsonage on February 6, under the auspices of Stewardess Board, No.1, Mrs. Margaret Dougherty president. An interesting program was rendered by Misses Edith Oliver, Goldie Brown and Louise Nelson, and the Rev Mr. Brooks Apple dumplings and cocoa were served for the exercises by Mrs. Anna Woodcliff, George Green and Mrs. James Brown. Mrs Frances Mallory gave a five-course dinner at her home, 41 Middle avenue, Saturday afternoon. Those present were the Rev. and Mrs. E. U. A. Brooks and son, Edward M. Miss Nellie King and all three Miss Nellie King, Mrs. Addie Brisco and Dudley E. Nelson, Jr. Mrs. May Dougherty was called to New York to attend the funeral of Mrs. Herbert, with whose family she makes her home when in the metropolis. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hardy are rejoicing over the advent of a fine girl named Roberta Edna. Miss Lillian McCloud of Albany is the guest of Mrs. Cornelius Springs Miss Maude Bell of Albany, teacher of music, spent the week-end city city with her brother, Abraham Faree. Miss Bell has qualified as a Red Cross nurse and is subject to call. The A. M. E. Zion Church commemorated the birthday of Abraham Lincoln with a special service Sunday evening, when E. U. A. Brooks, Mrs. Addie Brisco, and Miss Gertrude Sterchson of Leroy, who was called here by the illness of her sister, Miss Ruth Stevenson, has taken the latter home. Malindh McDonald, Ernest Johnson and Augustus Johnson were in the city last week from Schenectady. Misses Mary Stewart and Hattie Freeman have visited Boston, where they are the greater part of the school. The public schools there have been closed for ten weeks on account of the fuel shortage. They will recenter the schools here this week. The annual fair of the A. M. E. Zion Church will be held from March 16 to 23 and will be in charge of the following officers: President, Mrs. George Holley; first vice-president, Mrs. James R. Lane; second vice-president, Mrs. James Brown; secretary, Mrs. E. U. Brooks; treasurer, Mrs. Margaret Doughty; cashier, Rev. E. U. Miss Ida Coon, who has been visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Coon, for several weeks, expects to return to New York this week. A committee comprising Robert H Marshall, Z. Marshall Cochrane and the Rev. E. U. A. Brooks visited Acting Mayor James C. O'Neill, and against the exhibition of the film, "The Birth of a Nation" at the Broadway Theatre. 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 39½ Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, N. C Formerly of Brooklyn, N. Y Maintained by the Governments of North Carolina and of the United States. Special training for teachers of vocational subjects. Board, Ledging and Training. $0.00 per Calendar Month. Per Catalog and earthly information, address. SYRACUSE. N. Y. SVRACUSE, N. Y.—Mrs. Lucille Green left Friday night for New York, where she was called to the bedside of her brother, who is critically ill. Miss Willett Cooke has returned home after a protracted stay in Jersey City with her aunt, Mrs. Taylor. Mrs. Blanche Bailey McQuarters, wife of Harold McQuarters, was buried from A. M. E. Zion Church Monday afternoon. E. E. Green, Jr., of Cornell University Class '18, was the guest of Mrs. J. K. Robinson, while in the city. Henri Smith, Cedar street, has been confined to his home for the past week with pippe. Rose of Sharon Household of Ruth held a valentine social at Smith's Hall, Tuesday evening. Mrs. Ora Hogan and Mrs. Lizzie McQuarters are on the sick list this week. The ladies of the house will hold a concert and ball February 22, the proceeds to be used for presents for our boys at Camp Dix. At St. Phillip's Church Sunday afternoon the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, held a meeting at which Lieut. Rankin was the speaker. The membership was increased by some ten new members. The general of Mr. McRay was held at Smythe underwriting rooms Thursday afternoon. He is survived by his widow and son. Walter Baynard, Jr., has returned to his home in Utica, where he has accepted a position as a Red Cap. A craftsman's club has been organized and has leased the clubs at the corner of Orange and Cedar streets. Ralph Carey, who formerly ran the barber shop at 621 E. Washington street, has accepted a position in Houston, Texas. Joseph Slaker Williams of Jordan, is ill at the home of his grandparents with pneumonia. Mrs. Mary Scott celebrated her 70th birthday at her home on Madison street Thursday from 2 to 11 p. m. The musical and pantomime given at Smith's Hall Friday evening by Mrs. Marguerite Pell-Gatheer, was witnessed by a large and highly appreciative audience. The pantomime, "Reveries of a Bachelor," carefully planned with assistance to detail, "was so well produced that the story was plainly set forth to all." The stage setting was suggestive of bachelor life, pictures, pennants and posters being used to good advantage. The costumes of, the cast were as charming as they were varied. The entire effect being greatly enhanced by electrical effects. The following program was rendered as solo. Like Impromptu "Gabriel Donnard, contrata solo." His Lautaby "Corrine Butler, tenor solo." "For You Alone," E. E. Green, Jr.; soprano solo, "The Star," Maggie Owen. Pantomme characterz — The Valet Richard Bondurant; the Bachelor, E. E Green, Jr.; the Concealed Quartet Lloyd Johnson; Cato Anderson, Emory Armstrong; Edward Beaston; the councillor Gail Griffin; the Gail Griffin; Harriette Hawkins; the Japanese girl, Theresa Green; the French girl, Elizabeth Webster; the Quaker girl, Bessie Blue; the Irish girl, Bertha Armstrong; the College girl, Mary Grazie; the Fisher girl, Bertha Jackson; the Cross girl, Maebelle Owen; the Bookworm girl, Mitha Butler; the Girl, Mae Mobin; the Mandolin girl, Henrietta Crocker, the Harem girl, Augusta Patterson; the Suffragette, Wilhemina Butler; the Indian girl, Mildred Lippins; the Hawaiian girl; Fannie Curts; the Salvation girl; Corrine Butler; the Bride, Frances Crocker; Mae Maimon, Frank Wheaton, Jr., accompi BUFFALO, N. Y BUFFALO, N. Y.--Mr. and Mrs. K. Powell are receiving congratulations; it's a boy, born Wednesday morning, February 6. Troop 58, B. S. A., was among the number of successful troops of boy scouts to receive a standard at the annual celebration of the boy scout anniversary, held at the Teck Theatre Sunday. Mr. Lyman, who is attending the Sunday School Institute, addressed the Christian Culture Congress Sunday afternoon. The International Sunday School Institute will be held here next June. The race is to be ably represented and all churches and Sunday Schools are requested to co-operate. The baby boy recently left at the Lee home by the stork is doing fine. Over a hundred of our young men will be taken in the last quota of the first draft, and will leave for camp between February 23 and 27. The Rev. Dr. Dutham reports his wife and child rapidly improving from their recent illness. The Shriners of Hadini Temple Quaa of Buffalo covered themselves with glory on Wednesday night of last week. A good sized delegation from out of town were present. A fine turkey supper was served the guests. Mrs. Claus Smith of Lockport, N. Y., was the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Generette, the past week. Bison Royal No. 2. Court of Calantha Drill Corps, were installed by Brigadier General B. J. Ward of New York Saturday. The commissioner officers are captain, Ralph Willcox; first lieutenant, Virginia Wallace; first lieutenant, Grace McCurtain; first sergeant, Mary-Tucker; second sergeant, Minnie Pettiford. Solomon Ralph, vice chancellor of Pride, of Buffalo Lodge, K. of P., was buried by Undertaker Tucker Friday with Pythian honors. Captain Mebane of the Home Defense Guard is paying an extended visit to his old home and 'family' in Rocky Mountain. A fine sleigh ride party was given by the younger set Friday night. There was a large attendance and lots of fun, especially when some of the party were' rolled in the snow. troop 58 will give a demonstration of Scout craft at their headquarters in the partors of St. Philip's Church Friday night, February 22. The parents and friends of the Scots are asked to attend. Refreshments will be served and a silver offering taken for the Scout treasury. Troop 8A, Girl Scouts, were highly entertained by the troops of Grace Episcopal Church on Thursday night. The girl are compiling arrangements to secure their information. Candy cigars and cigarettes wrapped in khaki handkerchiefs were packed and shipped to the soldiers' at Camp Dix by the Girl Scouts of Troop 8. Miss Reatrice Price of Clinton street, entertained friends and schoolmates at a birthday party Thursday in honor of her fifteenth anniversary. The Rev. Dr. Durham, pastor of St. Luke's A. M. E. Z. Church, has gone to Syracuse to officiate at the funeral of the daughter of the Rev. Dr. Baily, who is away at the Municipal Hospital this chilc. Miss Israel Rue gave her husband a surprise birthday party on his anniversary. When he arrived home from his place of business he found his house, his possession of a host of friends and Professor Wright's Orchestra: A fine luncheon was served and many presents of value received. The body of James Brown, who died in the Homeopathic Hospital on Monday, was shipped to Forest Depot, Va., his old home, for interment. Chief Chas. R Robinson has secured a raise for his boys who are giving such assistance as attendants at the N. Y. Central Depot. The clergy of the race have all received invitations to the banquet of the Sunday School Institute Workers on Tuesday night at the Iroquois Hotel. The Rev. Father Bennett, rector of St. Philip's Parish, is the special preacher at a number of the large white churches during the Lenten season. WESTFIELD N I Westfield, N. J.—At the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday the pastor, the Rev. J. D. Virgil, filled the pulpit both morning and evening. The evening subject was "The Return of the Ransomed," after which the Holy Communion was administered. On Wednesday evening the Mein's Forward Movement Club will give a debate. The First Aid Class of the Red Cross was organized at the home of Mrs. H. T. Beane. The following officers were elected: Mrs. H. T. Beane, president; Mrs. D. N. Wright, secretary, and Mrs. J. S. Jones, treasurer. Dr. Howard F. Brock will instruct the class. Mrs. M. E. Virgil and Alfred N. Virgil were the guests last Sunday of the Rev. and Mrs. Virgil. Miss Emma L. Titus of Philadelphia was the week end guest of Dr. and Mrs. T. T. Brock. The Utopia Art and Embroidery Club was entertained Monday evening at the home of Mrs. T. G. Fowler of Broad street. Services were well attended at Bethel Baptist Church Sunday, the pastor, the Rev. W. E. 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THREE MOMTHS ...-.0..cccceeee-e Si" SINGLE COPY. eee cece. is Br oe A gg 5S Se semling manaecrigts for “fubBeation Se Ally, enclose stomps far pocstbie rejection a i el Lyte Te knaaew peltication carreet lamee hs sapmendmuct omnat tbe te THE AGE off sa eee lene a on os, on b [0 peeeod, © TRE AGE. phee wey Tar te LIK Webmeatiey, Wem, of exch wrth ———————— Rec etecapay FEBRUARY 16, .1918 Se °, : s 2) -o Lae sane 4 Cd -—} > a A= as pa ai of fg ay = Wy { _ UNIONIZING NEGRO 4 LABOR: + The movement for the unionizing “of Negro labor has assumed new importance since the stand taken by ‘the American Federation of Labor at its: recent convention in Buffalo, -as voiced in the letter of ‘its presi- ‘dent, Samuel Gompers, to Taz :Ace. .The sound democratic prin- “ciples laid down on that occasion vbavé warranted the,hope, as well as the belief, that an era of fair deal- Stag :and equal opportunity is dawn- Himg for the race in the industrial eld! - : “FSo strongly has this belief grown that the National Urban League, ‘at its recent conference, held in New York City, favorably considered the ‘overtures made by the Federation. ‘Assurances were asked for that Ne- gro workmen would receive a “square deal” not only by words but by.deeds. Among the demands madé by the League in behalf of ‘Negro labor were the following: We would ‘ask the American'Fed- ‘eration of Labor, in organizing Ne- groes in the various trades to in- clude: (1) Skilled as-well as un- ‘killed workmen; (2) Northern as well ms Southern workmen; (37, Government as well as civilian em-. ployees; (4) Women as well as men workers. + . We should have Negro labor han- dled by the American Federation of Labor im the same manner as white Tabor: (1) When workmen are re~ turning to work after a successful. strike; (2) Whea shops are declared open” or “closed”: When Union workers apply for jobs. With the accomplishment of these ends the league pledged itself “to urge ‘Negro workmen to’ seek the advantage of sympathetic co- operation and ‘understanding be- tween men who work.” . The benefits that would accrue fromthe policy outlined above, if carried out in good faith, are ob- vious; not alone for the Negro, but for all classes.of labor, as their in- terests would be the same and the solidarity achieved by unionizing them would prevent clashing’ and internal’ warfare in the ranks of labor..,There is every reason to believe that self-interest, if no other| motive, will be strong enough to secure the adoption of the policy indicated, . “An opportunity for signal service] t6 the race.is afforded the National] Urban League in the development} of efficiency among the workers of | the race and also iu the adjustment |i of -the-skilled and the ‘unskilled Ia-, wrer toward the changing phases of | 126 industrial situation, _ Emphasis || nas beenproperly Iaid by this or- | ranization on the necessity of self-]: elp and self-improvement by the}: wmeplorer 13 4 aenae of icmenaing ili of ats come increased wages for the work- er and, also increased profits for the employer.. Unionism is neces: sary to preserve the balance be- tween these factors oa an equitable basis fair to both sides. The league can add to the good work it bas al- ready done by training the men for the delicate task of adjusting labor ito the various forms of industrial. ism in community centers:~* It al ready possesses much of ‘the equip ment that would fit it for the task Let it meet the emergeticy. . “TIps AND TAXES. _° With the traveling public paying war taxes on berths as well as on railroad tickets, it seems that the gratuities to the -railroad porters are: becoming a diminishing quan- tity. At all events, such was the testimony of a Chicago dining car waiter before the railroad wage commission. This witness also stated that if’ the commission de- cided to abolish tips, the dining car employees would have to be paid $100 a month instead of $25 to live on. But when the question was put as whether the witness would rather have $100 and no tips, he declined to commit himself, on the ground that some of the men running be- tween Chicago and New York would kick on a salary of $100 and notips The suggestion was finally elicit- ed from the witness that a small addition to each’ . check—about twelve cents—would cover the in- crease. in wages and a slight ad- Vance in berth rates would pay the porters a living wage. We are glad to see that the wage commission has taken up the case of the porters and dining car em- ployees,"as it has been-patent for years that they were dependent, on the generosity or sense of fairness of the passengers, for an adequate return for their service. In fact every trip was a sort of gamble as to the ‘financial results it would bring to the employee. The inter- ests of the public, the porter and the railroad would probably be put on a firmer footing if :the-carnings of the employee were guaranteed at a fixed figure and not left to the hazard of a good or a poor “run.” Whether the suggestion of $100 a month and no tips would be ac- ceptable to the majority of this class of railroad workers remains to be seen. An expression of their views would be of interest. ‘BUILDING UP A RACE. There are many elements that en- ter into the building up of a race, Inone of which can be neglected without damage to the entire struc- ture. When the American Negro won his freedom and his citizenship las a'race, over fifty years ago, des- pite the handicaps imposed upon him by enforced servitude, he set about building up his status as a citizen with some assets not to be undervalued. One of these was the possession of trades to some extent. Indeed, ‘through their ability as skilled laborers, many had already purchiased their freedom. ¢ With ghé first fruits of emanci- pation came the -opportunity for education, and the éducation sought was to be the kind popular in'those days, beforg industfial training and the Gary system had been admitted to the schools of pedagogy. The dream of “forty acres and a mile” also had to be realized and many| a farmer achieved substantial suc- cess, Those possessing trades were also able to ply them with profit for awhile. But the following geiiera- tion did not always stick to the farm or the trade, -and many flocked! to the large cities where competition made the struggle for existence more acute. . Now, the Jarge cities also present opportunities for developmem of the various races that gather therein and form calonies of their own, Most of them carry on all the trades and industries peculiar to their race ‘VIEWS and REVIEWS eg MOE ERE | LES a EN ESOP ” 00808808889 99990909080 208 a STAYING IN THE DITCH. Vogt * No one outside of an asylum for the insane would ever think of turning to Mississippi for light on any of the great modern prob- lems. We doubt that Mississippi has ever produced a man who contributed to the’progress of the world. And yet as dark as we have always known Mississippi to be, we never. thought to'-hear such a shameless confession as to its: backward condition as was reo made in an editorial in one of its own leading newspapers, The Daily Clarion-Ledger, published at Jackson, _ - It appears that “The Woman's Organization of Mississippi” requested Representative O'Neal of Harrison County to introduce a sah in the legislature making education compulsory. Representative O'Neal did introduce the. bill, and as soon as he did the Clarion- Ledger came forth in am article on-it which would not have been out of date had it been published in the “Babylonian Herald” in the year 3000 B.C. : Below we give the main arguments against a compulsory edu- cation law advanced by. a newspaper published in a‘state which, according to histories and geographies, is an integral part of a great democracy in this year of our Lord, 1918: ; The Clarion-Ledger endorses many things the good, pure-minded. * idealist women of this State inaugurate. It has been with them in all their great moral reforms. It helped them in the fights they have made to free the State of liquor; passage of tlie child-labor bill; all bills up- holding the laws of the State, and everything that tends to the uplift of mankind and womanhood But it does not favor, and will oppose their propaganda in favor of compulsory ‘education. a Why? Not that it is opposed to education, for it knows that edu- cation is beneficial and a blessing to both races, and makes men and women better citizens. But is is opposed to compulsory education,. because of the peculiar conditions in Mississippi, where we have more educable Negro children than white children, and the expense of educat- ing all the white and Negro children in this State woyld severely tax Me commonwealth. 5 ot In white States compulsory education is all right The principle is good and worthy of commendation, but its application in Mississippi is all wrong. and has always been opposed by the Democratic leaders and white people of the State, because of environments, As the white people pay the greater part of the taxes, they naturally feel that the balk of the school money shouldego to the education of white children; and this could not be done in case of compulsory education, when both white .and Negro children would be compelled to go to school, regardless of the wish of parents (or the. desire of the Public. : . There is only one redeeming feature about the Clarion-Ledger’s statement, it is frank. A great many Southern communities feel and act in accordance with these’ same sentiments, but. they cover] them up with a lot of camouflage. Only one suggestion could we offer for improving the tone Sf sincerity in the Clarion-Ledger’s language; in the first paragraph instead of declaring itself to be in favor of everything that tends to uplift mankind and womankind, it should have stated definitely “white mankind and white woman- pood.” But neither’ the first paragraph nor the third paragraph counts for very much; the gist of the argument is contained ‘in the second. Here the Mississippi editor admits that he knows that education is “beneficial and a blessing to both races, and makes men and women better citizens,” but he plainly confesses that he would prefer to see the white people of his state denied these benefits and blessings than to sce them also shared by the Negroes. Now on this particular point he is. sure to have his wish grati- fied; that is if the legislature of Mississippi listens to the objections put forward by the Clarion-Ledger. All efforts to keep the colored people in ignorance will likewise result in keeping the white people in ignorance. If the white people of Mississippi intend to hold. the| Negro down jn the ditch, :they have got to stay down there with him. If they want to get out of the ditch themselves, they have got to urn the Negro loose. They can take their choice. Another proof of the archaic condition of thought in Mississipp? s. shown by the Clarion-Ledger’s statement that the white people of hat state “pay the greater part of the taxes arid naturally feel that: he, bulk of the school money should go to the education of white children.” Of course the white people pay the greater part of the axes, So far as the records of the tax’ collector's books show, but if he editor of the Clarion-Ledger was familiar with the A B C of nodern political economy he‘ would know that every Negro in ROSSER POONER SEQROMy BE Nowe xnow: that ‘every: Negro in: group and build up their resources. So far the Negro has shown a cer- tain deficiency in this respect, by al- lowing others to come into his com- munities and cater to those ‘material needs which he himself could sup- ply with profit to the individual tradesman and acétuing benefit to the upbuilding of the race, The reason for this neglect of group interests ‘is*hard to defide. Capacity for organization has been demonstrated in the conduct of the various church and mutual benefit organizations that flourish among us, but the commercial phase of race development has not received the attention it deserved. The Negro is too easily exploited by outsiders, to their profit and to the loss of the race. Until he acquires a race con- sciousness that impels him to a con- servation of his own resources by establishing his own industries and supporting them, he will fail to do his full duty’towards the building up of the race, eo, Asa practical step toward such a building up, let cach reader of Tre AGE seek out some, race enter- prise that can fill a need ‘and give jt the opportunity: to fill that need at once. An extension of time has been granted those ‘individuals who have failed to file their question- naires within the time set by the selective service rules. This ac- tion was due to the kindness of the Hon. Martin Conboy, Direc- tor of the Draft, who believing in the patriotism of those concerned, did not consider their failure to respond was due to any intention to evade military service. With the extension of the tiie, direc- ions have been given the local boards in Harlem to use every ef- fort to locate the delinquents. It has been explained that many of the persons drafted have changed their addresses since June and failed to report the fact to the local board, hence the question- naires failed to reach them. It is essential that these persons report at once any change of address, so that the questionnaires may be filled out and returned. Other- wise their names will be turned over'to the Department of Justice and arrest will follow. Mr. Con boy has been liberal on all ques- tions affecting the colored draftee and we are glad to note the fine record he has made as Director of Draft.y- Miaeesions whe rents # cabin Honse of: farm Or who even only cerns a‘Fiving (pays his propection of-taxes into ‘the public fund. If the nec ‘milliom Negrocs ia Mississippi should leave the state the Editor’ of the Clarion-Ledger would ‘very quickly realize how much less public money there would be to go for the education of white children or for.anything else. * : : c - PRESIDENT WILSON’S ADDRESS. - ‘ President Wilson's address this week before Congress is un- doubtedly another step toward peace. Since Lord Lansdownt’s famous letter, the public utterances that have come from the Govern- fments of Great Britain and of the United States have been suc- cessively farther and: farther away’ from the now old “fight-to-a-fin- ish, knock-out-blow policy.” In this address the President does not state aims in concrete terms; he goes back to general principles, and these he sums up under four heads. : . There has been a loud clamor for a statement of aims in con- crete terms, but perhaps after all the easiest and quickest approach to an actual discussion of peace will be first through an agreement lon a few general‘ principles. It is perhaps only natoral that as soon as terms are stated in detail the parties fly apart before they have a chance to get togéther. + The President again emphasizes the.necessity of seeing that justice is done the small nations in any peace that is made. Indeed, he plainly states the war had its roots in the disregard of the rights cf nations too weak to assert or protect their independence. This is so true and the President States it so well that we reproduce his words: i - HES This war had its roots in the disregard of the rights of small ations and of nationalities which lacked the union and the force to make good their claim to determine their own allegiancies and their own forms of | political life. Covenants must now be entered into which will render such _ things impossible for the future; and those covenants must be backed by the united force of all the nations that love justice and are willing to maintain it at any cost. ” All the small nations of the earth should take heart from these’ words of President Wilson; and the little Republic of Haiti should regard them as her Emancipation’ Proclamation. ANOTHER FRIEND. Qn Lincoln's birthday a new magazine called-The Liberator made its appearance in this city. The'name and the date are signi ficant. “The Liberator” was the name of Garrison’s iamous pape which he published from 1831 to 1865 and which did moré thar any other single agency to create the Sentiment in the country that demanded the abolition of slavery. The new Liberator is not published especially in the interest 01 the Negro, but it is a radical miagazine that will defend all oppressed classes and attack wrong and hypocrisy wherever found. However the cause of the Negro will receive more than mere general atten- tion; the prospectus issued by The Liberator shows that it will receive very special attention. Here are a few of the aims of the magazine as set forth: . The Liberator will! be owned and publishéd by iss editors, who will be iree in its-pages to-say what they truly think It will fight in the struggle of labor. It will fight for the ownership and control of industry by the workers, and will present vivid and acca- Fate news of the labor and socialistniovements in all parts of the world. It will Stand jor the complete independence of women—political, social and economic—as an enrichment of the existence of mankind. I1 will assert’ the social and political equality of the black and white Faces, oppose every kind of racial discrimination, and conduct a re- morS®tess publicizy campaign against lynch law. * There are very few publications in New York that are friendly tc the Negro. Among daily papers we have The Evening Post and The Globe. Sometimes The World has a good word to say, but what it says is too often spoiled by the evidence that its motive is not so much interest as it is opposition to something else. Before the death of William Hayes Ward, The Independent was a stanch friend and deiender, but at present it seems to be-not so much inter- ested. In fact, the greater part of the press of New York appears to have fallen’ under influences hostile to us as a race. So we gladly welcome a new friend in The Liberator, especially under the leadership of such a fearless writer as Max Eastman. ¢ + SAFE AND SOUND. To"the Editor of The New York Age: You will please And enclosed $2.00 for the renewing of my subscription The New York Age ts regarded as In- dispensable to our home. We are always anxlous to receive It. ‘The position that It takes on all public questions tg safe and"sound. Your editorials are thoughtful, help- ful and Inspiring, and they hespeak happy ‘grasp of the thiuge-that make for our edueatfonal, moral and {udus- trial uplift, Yours, for A most Prosperous New Year, P. P., WATSON. PREJUDICE IN PANAMA. To the Editor of The’New York Age: Enclosed tind 4ubneription to the best Negro’ paper In Amierica, The New York Ase. 2 During my vaeatfon, whieh was spent chiefly in the Southern States, 1 was my Intention (o call on you, but on account of being hurriedly called home, 1 was tunhble to do #0. Thad ‘in mind to suggest to you the ndvtaability of establishing an agency In this Republic, of which the greater part of* the {ahabltants are: Negroes. Nbw that we arg invaded with color prejudice, a thing formerly unknown In thle country, tho soeds boing nown by white Amorteats, 1 feél contident your payer will ineet due patronage. As you are awire the native language In Spanish, bie quite a lot of the na- tive are from West Indian parentage, And nimost the entire Panama Canal Inhor forces are West Indians. ‘There sno question about your, paper set= Une thd suppart (tno justly: deserves. Talo tes to suggest a news space In your" mnper devoted to Panama news, that T am sure would Interest aqulte A large number of West Indians trom here, now residing In the United States, and Who are constantly Imlerating Ve America. Pieage give thin inatter your enrnent. connideratlon, SO" L. NEVERS. Pandas: RS. j NEWS NOTES. Dr. C N..Garland has been elected a director of the Tremont Trust Com- pany, Boston, . Ind. has been elegted vice-president oi the health board of that place. Colored students at the University of Chicagu’ have sought to “Jim Crow” themselves by forming a Greck letter society for Negroes. On February 23 General Crowder will call out 7,000 colored draitees, who will he distributed at Jackson; S. C., Gor- don, Ga., and Pike, Ark, Walter J.” Singteton’ has: been re- elected presidem of the Mu-So-Lit Chub of Washington, D.C. Ile is‘now serv- ing his third term, i ; The City Commissioners of Lexing- ton, Ky., has appropriated $750 to pay the annual salary of a colored nurse, Mayor Rogers was hearty in favor of the plan, + 7 Waker L. White of Atlama, Ga,, is iow located in New York as assistant secretary of the Natwnal Association jor the Advancement of Colored Peo- ple. ; K. B. Polk, a teacher of the Fred Douglass School, Dallas, Tex., has been assigned to active duty as inagneto ex- pert at the United States Naval Air Station, Key West, Fla, antd is the only colored aviation machinist in the coun try. e . The firoblen of what should be dont with the 30,0) colored menyorrs. uf the Methodist. Episcopal Church was in uch for the Methodist Episcopal Unification Coinmission, composed’ of the Nortliern and Southern branches, which met recently in Savannah, Ga, The commission will hold another meet- ing within sixty days. 7 je Privash George’ Mattock of | Twenty-fid Lnfactry, chamion guia: of the Hawaiam Islueds, roceatly dy: feated| the cootestamts of three ‘rep ments'for the tile. ' nef Representative RR. Jackson and Oy. car DePriest both bare thes oa Ch! the Aldermanic Board an are anita for the nomination of Alder=a: on ie’ Republican ticket in Chicago. “ +The Olivet Baptist Ghurca of, ay. cago has purchased a site for 2 ney. edifice at Thirty-eighth street and Prat fie avenue, 10 cost S150. The church is said to have a mexbership of 7,000. ae * Mrs. T. W. Bickett, wife of tht Gov.’ erpor of North Carolina, a4 Hon W. Bailey, Collector of ‘Interna! Rey’ enue for the Eastern Distinct scoke to a large gathering of Negro item of Raleigh, N.C. last week cn “That Stamps” = No more colored medical students wil be admitted, to Qoeen’s University, Kingston, Jamnaica, owing 10 objections. raised by patients in the hospi! clin ics to being aitended by colored stm, dents. There are now foarteen Negro in the school They will be pefmutted: to finish their course + Texas now has a “tin can king” i the person of W. R. Price, a resident of El Paso, Tex. Recently he shipped 199 carloads of old tin cans and brokes. bale wire from the vicinity of San Aw tonio to the Copper-Queen Consolidated Mining Company of Arizona, with whom he has a standing comtracc. E_ A. Robinson, president of the’ Ne gro Tenth Ward Republican Club, Kan sas City, Mo, has come out in a state. ment that the members are opposed the nomination of a colored man for alderman at this‘ time, as the more would not be beneScial to the best in terests of the race. ‘ The Agriculture Extension Service, in co-operation with the Department. of Education, is arranging to place ‘colored women a5 assistanis to county home demonstration agents in twenty’ ar mpre counties of the State of North Caro~ ima. Negroes of thirty-three counties a North Cirolina put up 643,624 cans >i vegetables last year. . At the sixty-ninth anoml! communic- si New Josey the iolowing cbr of New Jersey, following offcers cere nominated: The Rev. E. L. Mose- cy, grand master: Samuel W. Gordon, HL “Tanner and James W. Allison leputy grand masters;, P. jartin, rand senior warden; Howard B. Cas- or and Moses Thomas, grand junior cardens; J. HL. Morgan. grand_secre- ary: F.'T. M. Webster and Edward mailer, grand treasarer: T. H. Murray, Scott Blake and J. L. Merritt, irastees. LET US LAUGH “Allee, If T told you that I loved ssa dearly, that there was. no’ other girl gency at nee me calcn week eave “Would you mind teLing ‘sa frst vonieilee, mine, ttn sheer eprom 8 ‘The Burdens of Bossism. 5 ote Baris Boum ‘habit of leaving food on his plate was He meditatively replied: “T've always had-+to mind daddy and mother and Aunt Mary and God, and now here fn utr and Ged aad Would Not Murder It. “Don't you love our song, the ‘Star- Spangled Banner’ on A Case for Explanation. a thing about this house. It's a shame the way Uiings disappear without any “So would I." replied Mrs. Jagsdy. coldly. “You didn’t havo it on when ham Age-llerald. : - Midnight Theology. That one of the professors at Prince- tons has had hin domestic trials was recently evidenced - whe a younk woman of rather serious (urn en- deavored to Involve bim In a theological discussion. wacgBi, “Profesor”. she asked, “do you of Yo you not belleve In infant damns- ton?" or "L belteve te it," sald the professor only at nishte"—New York Tinies. “\djsosuvat uoysog--,2 s1uased ay 2009 NOK PIG. “LIN us-jo-gsiL en Powsnes 'soux 2,UOP 1 Wom “yINOs yeWHOUFUON ay Poronl ,\2epUo} MOUH UTDY ONL BaXUUL dU. feniveusory ue Bureyo ‘The Reason Why. An editor received tly leiter {som a fresh youth: “Kindly tell me why a girl atways closes her eyes when a fellow hse her.” To which the editor replied: "Hf you WIll send ux your photesrapd we may be able to tell you the r-Ws98" —vuek, (Specint to Tue New Vows Ant) * ‘ASHINGTON GIRL WEDS | LIBUTENANT. . Washington, D. C.—Ltout. Victor Daly of the 367th Infantry, Cams UP ton, and Miss Adelnide it. took of this elty were marcled Inst ‘Tsrsday, eveping at the home of the brits Tlev- tenant Daly’ had Just been gr tered (2 Fort SIL for ong month's special sore under forelgn officers, and was on his Way westieard when the weddiie (oat place. Although tho wediling was nulets It swan one of the most benntifal alfalrt ‘seen In Washington for nome (line. SUGAR A NON-ESSENTIAL Sugar is not an essential so far as adults are concerned, according to medical experts, who assure the housewife that during the sugar shortage grownups may do without it and not impair their health. The following statement on the sugar situation has been issued by the deans of the three chief medical schools of Massachusetts, namely, Dr. E. H. Bradford, dean of Harvard medical school; Dr. J. P. Sutherland, dean of Boston University School, and Dr. Charles F. Punter, dean of Tufts College. "The present shortage in the sugar supply in America has caused serious apprehension in the minds of some persons concerning the possible harmful effects upon the health of the people at large and of certain classes of people in particular, that is young children and nursing mothers. This apprehension is not warranted, and the effect of it is unduly disquieting to the ill informed. "The facts are these: In childhood beyond the period when milk is the principal article of diet there is probably no dietary indiscretion which leads more often to stomach and intestinal upsets than the taking as food of too much sugars and starches. Therefore a lessening of the amount now habitually used would doubtless be a benefit rather than a detriment. "In infancy the amounts required to meet the needs of the underfed and the marasmian are so small that they could easily be provided for under any condition of shortage than can occur. So far as the adult population is concerned, sugar is not an essential. Nature has provided in sufficient amounts for all the sugar that is required, and in forms readily available. In the course of digestion of starch sugar in one of the products formed within the body, so that the physiological necessities of the body, so far as sugar is concerned, are met by and within the body in the course of the ordinary process of starch digestion. "It has been reported that children in families where porridge is used to a great extent as a food will forsake their porridge unless they have it seasoned with sugar, and that inasmuch as this is a conspicuous part of the diet of infants and young children they are likely to eat less than is required, these children, of course, cannot always be reasoned with. In such cases it suggested that currants and raisins might be boiled in with the porridge and so provide the desired sweetness." WARTIME RECIPES. Diege small white onions into a trypan with two tablespoonsful of hot boiled spatening, and cook over a moderate heat until the onions are softened but not browned. Add one-quarter of a cupful of flour, blend in thoroughly, and add three large potatoes that have been boiled and pressed through a rieer. Turn all into the upper part of the double boiler add gradually one quart of hot milk and two bay leaves, salt, celery salt and paperika to taste. Cook over hot water for half an hour, remove the bay leaves and serve with brown bread croutons. IRISH STEW. Cut 1½ pounds of stewing mutton in small pieces and sear them quickly over two tablespoonsful of hot fat. Add free sliced and peeled onions, one small white turnip cut in cubes, four dried carrots, two tablespoonsful of chopped parsley and six stalks of celery cut in inch lengths. Cover with boiling water and let cook. Season with salt and white pepper just before placing in the cooker. If desired the gravity may be thickened with a little flour mixed with cold water. CHOCOLATE SAUCE. Mix together one cupful of boiling water, a few grains of salt, half a lupiful of sugar and one square of unsweetened chocolate, grated. Cook all in a graniteware saucepan until as thick as maple syrup (thicker if desired), and just before serving, flavor with one teaspoonful of vanilla extract. This sauce will keep for some time and can be reheated. POTATO DUMPLINGS. Now that we are being urged to use potatoes in our daily menus, this recipe will be found as useful as it is delicious. Bake the desired number of potatoes until mealy. Break open as soon as cooked and scoop out the cooked pulp; then press through a potato rice. To one heaping cupful of the potato allow one-quarter of a teaspoonful of salt, a tiny pinch of natrium or mace, one tablespoonful of fried breadcrumbs, one scant tablespoonful of beef suet, chopped as fine as possible, one beaten egg and sufficient flour mixed with one teaspoonful of baking powder to form a soft dough. With floured hands, form into small dumplings and cook in the fricassee gravy (covered) for 15 minutes. KITCHEN HINTS To those who like griddle cakes and yet do not want to use fats for greasing the griddle now, here is a fine substitute: Place several tablespoonful of salt in a soft cloth and be it up like a hag (the bag will remain 1 son of the old time petifier). With this little bag of salt grease "on your grill." Your cakes will have a time in color and can be easily turned over. Tey this and you will never need again, or have a smoky kebab, when you cook griddle cakes. Corn or wheat at a time, was always on the table when a cereal, bread, treatable or butter, but when wheat in griddle was again corn is long. As a child we remember the bait and having to eat corn bread, but how times have changed! In the exclusive rooms which formerly served wheat pastries, etc. CHURCH MEMBERS Does Your Church Need Money? Is it trying to raise money for any particular purpose? Is there an organ or piano to be bought, a new carpet to be paid for, or a mortgage payment to be met? If your church or any of your church societies are raising money, some one should tell them about THE CHURCH OF THE NATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHRISTIANITY money you want to raise, what it is to be used for, etc. This information will help us in our plans for your fund. Address: 247 West 46th Street we find a large demand for corn bread, corn griddle cakes, mush, etc., and little or no call for pastry made of wheat, or wheat bread. Before you buy some of the foods which you are asked to use sparingly, stop and think that your demands for such foods are apt to cause some of our soldiers to do without those foods, and it may be your brother or sweetheart, who is fighting that national slavery shall not be for U S (United States) or the civilized world. Mrs. Housewife should not buy more food than she would have bought before the war, that is that she will not hored food, which is unlawful. It is to be hoped that she will buy just enough of that which is needed and not pay any attention to the current rumors that there will be a serious shortage of food. Most of the "shortage of food" was due to faulty distribution due to railroad troubles and to buying more food than was necessary for ordinary needs. United Food Administration. PASSAIC. N. I. Passaic, N. J.—The Rev. N. B. Robinson, pastor of the A. M. E. Zion Church, preached two inspiring sermons Sunday. The attendance was good. The series of socials have proven to be a big success. The social given by Mrs. A. Benson last Thursday evening was well attended and the returns excellent. On February 22 an entertainment or "A Trip Through the United States" will be given by the Daughters of Zion. On Sunday, February 24, a second concert will be held at the A. M. E. Zion Church, Miss Hattie Horn will be mistress of the ceremonies. The Daughters of Zion met at the home of Mrs. Sarah Johnson, vice-president, Tuesday evening, February 5, and two persons joined. Plans were made for a fair to be held the first week in April. The Rev. A. B. Robinson will hold a revival beginning March 10, continuing to March 4. Mrs. L. Benton is visiting friends in New York. Last Sunday evening a literary program was given at the Mt. Zion Baptist church by Miss Gertrude Kingland. The following participated: Vocal solos by Misses Lillian Savington, Freda Wilson, Mrs. C. Wortheen, Messrs. Edward Colter. Violin selections, Miss Johnnie Miller and Kenneth Hinton of Paterson. Duets by Miss Mary and John Dillard, Miss Edna Jackson and Lillian Ingram. Piano solo, Miss Ruth Smith. Recitations, Misses Trythenia, Ethel Smith, Mrs. R. Wheeler, Pearl Wheeler, Mabel Somerset and Viola Newman. Addresses, James H. Penn, the Rev. Highgate, the Rev. N. R. Robinson and Pastor J. H. Dillard. DOVER, N. J. Dover, N. J.-At Gaines A. M. E. Mission last Sunday communion was administered by the Rev. Van Glahn of the First M. E. Church, assisted by the pastor, who preached an interesting sermon. He also preached in the evening on "God's Helpfulness." Henry Brooks and friends of the Picatiny Arsenal of New Jersey, attended the evening service. The Dover Literary held a meeting on last Friday evening and adopted a constitution and by-laws, reported by its committee. The meeting was one of the best of its kind that has ever been held in this community by our people. They also elected officers for the ensuing term as follows: S. W. Fields, president; C. H. Taten, vice-president; Miss Josie Smith, secretary; Mrs. Geo. Hamilton, treasurer. PATERSON, N. I PATTERSON, N. J.-Mrs. Amy Foster, 306 Ellison street, is on the road to recovery from a severe attack of illness. Miss Margaret Robinson is on the sick list. Mrs. Mary Benson of New York avenue, is much improved and able to be about again. Miss Silvia Ruffin, 190 17th avenue, has been confined to her home, but is able to be out once more. The committee of arrangements for the George Washington supper and concert, headed by Mrs. Jessie Jones, at the Canaan Baptist Church, Thursday evening, February 21, at sparing no pains to make this affair a success. There has been an addition to the family of the Rev. and Mrs. J. H. Green of 205 Hamilton avenue of a daughter. Both mother and daughter are doing nicely. Mrs. Nora Brown of Summer street, is improving from a siege of illness. Junis Taylor of 182 12th avenue, is suffering from a fractured ankle. It is not an experiment. Your church can easily raise in this way the money it wants. This offer is open to every denomination. No city is too large, no town is too small. It is the one Church-Fund Plan that will receive country wide approval. MAIL A POST CARD TODAY. A post card will bring full information, or write a letter telling us just how much WASHINGTON LETTER Washington Bureau THE New York Ame. 609 F St. N. W. Miss Jeannette Carter, Manager. WASHINGTON, D. C.—The National Colored Soldiers' Comfort Committee has been incorporated under the laws of Congress, which makes it amenable to the Federal laws. Under its incorporation the organization can contribute to any charity or charity organizations as well as provide relief for needy dependents of our colored soldiers, which it is now doing. Under the incorporation, Professor Kelly Miller continues as president; J. C. Napier, treasurer, and Ralph W. Tyler, national secretary. The District of Columbia branch of the National Association for, the Advancement of Colored People' met at the Y. M. C. A. on Wednesday evening last at 8 o'clock. A thirty minute discussion of ways of increasing the membership was a feature of the evening. Under the auspices of the Mercurian Club the soldiers were delightfully entertained by ladies of this-city. Those present were Misses Hattie and Ellnor Minkins, Baldy Bundy, Eliza Bell, Julia Jenkins, Elizabeth Cole, Mattie Clark, Alice Diggs, Rachel Randolph, Gertrude Dodson, Lydia Brown, Observe Mitchell, Hope Lyons, Valerie Chase, Eva Wilkinson, Nannie Nichols, Julia Chase, Mrs. Theodore Curtis, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Leo Turner and many others. The soldiers present were Lieut. James Powell, Lieut. Anderson Scott and Sergeant Wheeler. Misses Daisy Bailey and Hermione Wharton of Baltimore, Md., were in the city on Friday-last, to witness the basketball game between the younger set of New York City and the Y. M. C. A. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Turner of Wallach place are receiving congratulations on their success in the movie contest. JERSEY CITY, N. J. At Bethel A. M. E. church, Oak street, the Rev. Albert Carter Sanders, pastor, Sunday services were largely attendd. At 11 a. m. the pastor preached from the tvst "Soul Trust." At 2.30 p. m. the Sunday School, A. F. Thomas, superintendent, held an interesting session. The pastor reviewed the lesson. Two new pupils joined. At 4.30 p. m. the Allen League mite with president Reuben White, presiding. At 8 p. m. the second anniversary and memorial of the Jersey Central Railroad Porter's and Waiters Beneficial Association was held. Counselor Eugene Haynes made the principal address on "Watchman, What of the Hour?" Other addresses were made by Vice-president M. C. Leonard of Dickinson. High School and Major Wallace Winchell. The pastor preached a strong and forceful sermon from the text, "Stand Thou Still Awhile That I May Show Thee the Word of God." New York City, N. Y. Robert E. Walker is chairman and H. D. Golden president, Percy C. Hall, financial secretary. The members and friends of Bethel are showing a lively interest in the coming annual Pew Rally. The same will be held Sunday, March 10. The Senior chair, under the management and direction of Mrs. Lillian Young, rendered excellent music Sunday evening. Mrs. James, 111% Virginia avenue, Mrs. Heath, Mrs. Baker, Mrs. M. Fraizer, Mr. C. Warf and little Bertha Sutton, are on the sick list. Sixty pupils were graduated from No. 12 Thursday. The class song was "America's Message" sung by the girls, and "America" by the boys. Among the graduates were Freddie Johnson, Augustus Marian, Margaret Stephney, George Gaynor, Jeannette Cole and Thomas Stokes, Jr. The exercises was honored with the presence of the superintendent of Jersey City school, Mr. Synder, who gave the graduates some good wholesome advice. All of the colored graduates have entered high school. There will be held an entertainment given by the Willing Workers of the Thirkield M. E. Mission Church, Friday evening, February 22, at the residence of Mr. Kiss, 52 Stormes avenue. HACKENSACK, N. I. HACKENSACK, N. J.—A father and son service was held at the Varkic Memorial A. M. E. Zilon Church last Sunday evening. A large crowd attended. The speakers were Caleb Dillard, Miss Josephine Porter and the pastor, the Rev. Turner. The Rev. J. E. Morrow preached at the morning service to a good congregation. There will be a patriotic service held next Sunday evening and presentation of a service flag by Mrs. Etta Templeton, in honor of our boys "Over there." Splendid speakers have been secured for the occasion. The Rev. J. P. E. Love and congregative work have provided services in their church, which were discontinued by bursting of pipes and furnace during the severe cold weather. B. M. F. B. Wheeler, 203 High street, was united in holy matrimony last Sunday to William H. Hoaking of Florida, at her sister's home in Newark. The Rev. J. B. Turner officiating. Mrs. Wheeler was given a collation by members of the church Tuesday evening of last week in her home. Some valuable presents were presented by members of the choir and friends. J. R. Dillard, the choirmaster, representing the choir, presented a gold coin as a token of appreciation of services rendered the church as organist. T. B. James, representing the Trustees, presented a purse. The ladies played their part in other valuable gifts. PLAINFIELD, N. J. PLAINFIELD, N. J.-Last week's news under this heading as regularly contributed, was miscarried in the mail, which was the reason for its non-appearance. Mrs. Brooks, West 4th street, who has been confined to her bed for three weeks or more from a fractured ankle, the result of a fall on a slippery sidewalk, is improving. Mrs. R. H. Humes, Richmond street, is improving rapidly of her broken wrist, the plaster having been removed. Jas. E. Ford, Richmond street, received a call from the ship he enlisted on and left for Philadelphia at once to go to Newport News, Va. A letter was received from Ross Craig at Palm Beach, Fla., stating that all of our boys there were well and having a pleasant time. At last nearly every Plainfield member of the 15th U. S. Infantry now in France has been heard from, stating that all are well and hearty. Not one of them has any ailment whatever. Thursday evening, Feb. 7, the Plainfield Lodge, K. of P., gave a banquet at Quinn's restaurant on North avenue, where a fine spread was laid for 50. Toasts were responded to and a good time was had by all in attendance. Wm. Reasoner spent Sunday with my mother. The Plainfield Embroidery Club met Friday, Feb. 8, at 2:30 P. M., at the home of Mrs. Paul Coleman, Richmond street. They were entertained by Miss Emma Burns. Mrs. Dan Robinson is still in the hospital, mending slowly. The Rev. Mrs. E. Carter has recovered from her fall on the ice and will open a revival at John Wesley A. M. E. Chapel, West 3rd street, of which she is pastor the last Sunday in this month, assisted by the Rev. Mrs. F. Randolph of Jersey City. Mr. Cuff, 338 East 3rd street, after a few weeks of serious illness, is improving. Miss Elizabeth Dandridge, a student at the B. I. B, Bordentown, N. J., is making much progress in her studies. Miss C. Miller, 3rd Place, Pleasantly entertained two friends from Atlantic City, who surprised her with a visit Friday evening. Mrs. A. Shipley, Richmond street, spent last week in Allentown, Pa., the guest of her daughter, Cora, and her husband, who has been ill. Miss E. F. Mauray is much better. John Mauray is daily going to business and little Oiga is much better, though not able to be out yet. Mrs. Mary Ross is still here with her daughter and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Howard Binn, Berckman street. The J. T. Diggs Club, one of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church's auxiliaries, met at Mrs. Turnstall's home, 502 West 3rd street, Thursday evening. Mrs. W. A. Kline, Jr., West 4th street, recently received word from her brother, Dewey Wilson, that he, her brother-in-law and four cousins arrived in France. Mr. and and are well. Mrs. Klinz also has four cousins here in Camp, Dix and three waiting to be called. Samuel Pickins, West 4th street, met with an accident while at his work recently, but is me- ning slowly. Herbert Burgess, who went home to Littleton, N. C., last spring when his father was taken ill, to look after his father's business, is here for a couple of weeks, after which he will return Mrs. Mary Johnson, 323 Plainfield avenue, is much better. Mrs. Josephine Dover of Orange was a week end visitor of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Steward, West 3rd street. Mrs. A. S. Venable is in hope that her friends will give her the same support as they last year at her entertainment, "The Rebellion of Mrs. Barclay," for Shiloh Church, Feb. 27. Daniel Epps, Plainfield avenue, after two weeks' illness, is much better and hopes to be out soon. Samuel Weberly, Spooner avenue, who met with an accident last week while at work, is much better and able to be out. ELIZABETH. N. I ELIZABETH, N. J.—The stewardesses of Mount Seman A. M. E. Church gave the Rev. Paul Singleton and his wife a surprise, which was 'largely' attended. The surprise consisted of a purse and the donation of pound packages. Refreshments' were also served. The officers were Mrs. R. Goodwin, president; Mrs. N. Hathaway, vice-president. The social band of Mt. Seman A. M. R. Church turned over to the trustees of the church for the debt the sum of $40. The officers were: Mrs. R. 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Nellic Uodlia; CRUST'S NON-APP: FARANCE ue, enti aoe [eer ro a , Mseki’ hia Marty Acris; wet we r. : <na otney | War rellet work ts still fourluhing| | & + Tetons), Mrs. Harry Ackerley; Mang ve UOU: & Me Chadwick Mr, Hod aa oer Oe Se sopereilen of rm Lwcy| * * % OF TNE Gy _ | Rood "Setetton," tee ay a 2 eee ou sic-have dono well In seeking to set in|¥ensen, who his chsrse of the uptown| Wore SOE st Walters; April 1, “Menn Making? Veta t "++ ay pRerer A. WALTON) +> | motion an organized attempt to atimu-| headquarters of the Circle for Negro : ENON BS + 7 [Mrs Laonaid Ricks; April 13, op “iydpe apd the world’s greatest tenor, ‘wee'cét oa hand at Manbattan Ca- ‘(elao, Friday evening of last week to (ybed planned to give him. His now “appearince was doubly uiifortnratr, fer many were sorely disappointed ‘pi wot seeing this grest singer and We‘ croakers have been given an * eppoctunity to sing the anvil chorus ([iFrom’ what I can learn, some of :tlee'scandal-mongers in Harlene who "ave been compelled to live througtr \"feveral “scandalless weeks” recently ‘because of the shortage of food for ‘cgoesip, are now working overtime : ‘on heatless, wheatless and (‘meatless days in their mad flight to impogn the motives of those who > werked so hard to make the enter- taimnent 2 success. : , There is always a class of citi- |. 3gns in any large community who “are. stone-blind to one’s virtues but who, upon the slightest pretext, take idelight in throwing mud at .oae’s dmaracter, caring nanght for the * Sommecquences., "Those responsible for the adver- “ fieements appcaring in the Negro ‘ jprées announcing the probable ap- “: petrance of Caruso at the entertain- “ment did so in good faith, Mrs. {Lelia Walker Robinson who car- fied :on. the orrespondence' to se- ebtis business woman ‘whose "standing in the ‘community is A-1. ‘3"She has too mich at stake in a come- jmercial way to be identified with “questionable ventures—be they for “ “charity or otherwise. The ladies associated with Mrs, Robinson in ‘ast Friday evening’s benefit are also well Iciown for their reliabil- ny. € ”9 Hf the cry of “fake” was raised every time a prominent artist failed Ste:put im appearance at some war “i feemefit this serious charge would ‘net have been infrequently made during the winter months. Hard- fy. big benefit is given at which \ excuses are not given for the non- 1 appearance. 6f some big singer or “actor. As for opera stars, oft- “\timmes they suddenly become indis- * posed only a few minstes before ', @artain time and refuse to don sock “ad -buxkin, so temperamentally -Giustituted are they. Caruso may - have become so deeply. engrossed in “is favorite meal of spaghetti that he completely forgot his engage tment for the time being. Whe knows? Owing to lack of space Tux Act was unable to publish in last week’ sue the correspondence carried or - between Mrs., Walker and the sing. * ex’s secretary, which follows: ve + January’ Twenty-sixth, 1918, Z Mr, Enrico Caruso, . _1 hope you will pardon the audac- - . dy of this letter. T pray you to an- swer it in whatever light you may “\ewwiew it. Iam going to make'a “strange request of you, perhaps the strangeat of your experience, espe- cially"coming from one of a disliked race. “The present wart will ‘bring * wbout stranger things yet, I fear. ’~My people, the colored people, are “(trying to, do all they can to help daring -this frightful crisis, A unit “ “ef us belong to an organization called the Circle for Negro War Re- + efeahich has om its ata such well mown prople as: Mrs. Emilie Bige- letting them lave a glimpse.of you. | I do not ask you to sing. I would not dare; just your presence for the space of a minute would encourage us 20 mock. Will you come?" I anxiously await your reply. Be- +. Humbly yours, * (Signed) Lelia Walker Robinson. .., Hotel Knockerbocker Forty-Second Street at Broadway New York, Jam. 30, 1918. Mrs, Lelia Walker Robinson, Dear Madame:— Mr. Caruso received your letter and if he hats no rehearsal or per- formance on that day be will gladly come to your affair, ‘He wishes: you great success. Yours truly,< s (Signed) C. J. Secretary» Se . Secretary. Hotel Knockerbocker Forty-Second Street at Broadway New York, Feb. 2, 1918 Mrs. Lelia W. Robitison, Dear Madam :— . You can announce Mr. Caruso’s Probable appearance on the evening of February 8h, provided nothing hampers him. * Many thanks for the two tickets. Yours truly, ~ (Signed) Cj. The letters speak for themselves. On the strength of the second com: munication from Caruso's secretary Mrs. Robinson advertised in the colored papers of “‘the’ probable ap- pearance” of the singer at Manhat- tan Casino. Knowing Caruso's reputation for showing a willing- ness to please by singing before strange audiences, Mrs. Robinson felt certain the Metropolitan star would ‘favor “those assembled at Manhattan Casino with a number or two when asked. I cannot, however, refrain, from incidentally directing a word of criticidm against Mrs. Robinson for some of thé statements appearing in her letter. Why should she in so humble a role ask Caruso to appear before a colored audience and what, I should like to know, prompted her to characterize her people as “a dis- liked race?’ Can you picture the Jéws writing to Carugo or to any other person and making an appeal couched in such apologetic lan- guage? . Caruso is no} unmindful of the sacrifices being made by the col- ored troops of this and other coun- tries to help make the world safc for democracy. Italy either direct- lly or indirectly profits by the pres- lence of the brave dusky warriors on the battle field in France and there ‘should be no hesitancy in Negroes asking for outside aid and co-op- eration, these requests, of course, to be made in a respectful, yet manly or womanly way. You seldom ge fesults by too much kow-towing. , But back to the knockers. Whi always look on the mean, narrow side of any and all things and be sc quick to hurl the torch of condem: nation? . Just try looking at thing: from a different angle and you wil get a more. roseate view of life And those of you"who paid you: fifty cents and did not see Carusc do not overlook .the fact that you contribution will be used for a mos worthy cause—to promote the wel fare of the colored soldiers, wh by their patriotism and valor, arc raising the Negro’ in higher. esteer lamong all the races of the earth, . P. S.—Since writing the above ] have noted in the daily press tha! there was a good-sized riot at the Hippodrome Sunday événing be- cause Galli-Curci, the’ latest senisa- tion in gtand opera, and other stars failed to:appear at thé benefit as advertised. ta THE SINGING SOLDIER. ** “(eaten Tdeasoriot) ‘ Mr. Chadwick, Mr. Elson and other: musictans and people interested In mu- sic*have dorio well in seeking to set In ‘motion an organized attempt to stimu- lato spontaneous choral singing on the, part of the soldiers of, our armies. Speaking at the meeting of the local chapter of the Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Major Wainwright, of Camp Devens, anid shat toweat the Germans we must gutsing and .cutplay’ them, an a help to outfighting them.” Per- haps In this matter we should not place opr hopes too high. If, in order to beat the Germans, we must sing better than they do, it wobld probably take, several generations ‘to beat-them. "The Ger- mang, in this regard, possess the enor- never: Yoat thelr spontancoux pepuler music, ‘The German soldiers, called to the colors, are able to sing together the very day of their mobilization, be- cause they bave always sung at home, ‘and have sung the same songs. An wi- interrupted tradition coraes out In therm. ‘The thing works both ways; Germany possesses a groater development of mu- ale along the highest Unes of creative production because of this, foundation of the national art upon an undying popular gift, and the popular gift is in {ts turn nourished and directed by musical genius from above. With us, popular muale has greatly declined be- cause of ‘the ordinary dependence for mualeal entertainment upon Imported virtuosl. In the country community, where eveTything begins, our people have decided to let the quartet do It all. It has been a case of the uncon- | querable American tendency to hire somebody else to do the artistic thing. ‘Our old popular choral societies and: meetings, and the ancient and Joyous “aingin’ skew!" In every school district, have died out. As a.result, the Amer- fean soldiers, assembling In camp, are strongly Inclined to leave the singing | to a few men who know haw to “sing parts," while all the rest stand around and listen to them. Not so In Gérmany. Men from east and west, from north ‘and south, spontaneously swing Into the measure of the same oong. It Js an Instinct, a national accomplishment, in which they surpass us.” ” But that does not mean that our sol- Alers cannot eing. It certainly does not mean that thelr choral music cannot be greatly improved by such direction as {t ls proposed to introduce, and such as indeed ‘the army is already. introducing. The American soldier ts by no means vitally deficient Im the musical sense. The song is in him, as it was-in his forefathers, whether they werd Engilsh, Irish, Scattish, German, Itallan or what not. The impulse comes out in him Joytully, if given a chance and If pro- vided with direction. ‘Those who have been at Camp Devens know how glori- ously the organizations there can alng,| under the competent direction of Dr. Davidson of Harvard, and regimental Sremitaations now across the sea have ‘gone over, as It were, singing at the top of thelr volces. The spirit Is there. The soldiers are ready.to respond to the word of command on thin line as well as to any other. It Is possible that they wM not be able to sing as well as te Germans, but they can sing with a lke chéering effect upon them- selves, And that Is the effect that we aro afier in the matter. We may there- | fore bespeak success for the efforts of the Sinfonia Society, or the National Committee on Army and Camp Music, ‘and all the excellent singing director in the service or at the camps, to atim- ulate this excellent means of inspiring victory. In the Civil War, which was bofore the time of the relegation of music to the pald quartet and the professionals generally, and when everybody went to the singing school as » matter of course, ‘as he learned his letters, our soldiers on doth sides chanted the ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic" or “Bonnie Blue Fiag” in & swelling chorus as they marched along. The effect wis electrical al- ways. In the Spanish war, the Inspira- tion was gone. It was only round the'eamp fire that some volunteer quar- tet walled out “A, Hot Time In the Ola Town" or “The Moon Is Falr To- night Along thé Wabash." Wo are en- gaged now in a war greater than that of 1861-'65, much greater than that of 1898, We need to get back to all the old inspirations, all the old ground- work of emotion and of victory. The Hanctént ‘res of music, as well a8 thouo of patriotism and service of one’s, fel: Jows, need to be relighted. It 1a pos- sible to relight them. The encouragers of song among the soldiors of liberty fare doing a noble work.- CLEF CLUB MAKES HIT AT HARRIS THEATRE Nineteen members of the Clef Club Inc, appeared Sunday afternoon at the eiteriainment for. soldiers. and. sailor: given at the Harris ‘Theatre, making: distinct hit. Members of the. ‘New York War Camp Community Service declared ‘that the“ colored singers and -musicians provided. the ‘most enjoyable entegtainment of the season. “Hfeacon® Johngo made his debut as musical director, with his colleague Frederick M. Bryan, officiating atthe piano. ee , The Right Quintet, in songs; William C. Elkins, who rendered "Old. Black Joe,” and other selections; Clarence Bush, in lively vocal numbers; Si Moore, the prize drummer; Ralph Jones, eccentric violinist, and Walter Watkins, Saxophone soloist, were, among the hits of a strong program, MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLEMENT. \An intoreating program’ is being planned for Sunday afterrioon,-Fob. 17, at the Musle-Sehool Settlement at § o'clock, -"Thé program ia in charge of F. Hall Johnaon, violinist arid George R. A.,Clapham, pinniat, asnleted by Marlon .Cumbo, ‘colllat, from Martin- Smith Music School; Mrs, Emma Leon, ard, soprano, and G, H. Bolden, tenor. A special foature ‘will Be the rendition json and Mr. Clapham. =“ War, reliet’ work 1s still fourishing under the superviiion of Mrs. Lucy Hensen, who hus charge of the uptown beadquartera of the Circle for Negro War Rellef." Meetings, of the various units are .held ‘at the" school. Tile Coleridge Taylor Choral Society rehearses every, Saturday evoning at 8.30 and Is doing aplendld work! with “Hiawatha.” The children activities on Saturday afternoon ofter wholesome recreation and amusement under th proper supervision. —¢ : JcRosamond Johnson, director of the Music School Settlement, will appeal [at Wanamaker’s auditorjtim from Feb. 12 to 16, assisted by Miss Ethel Rich- ‘ardson, ‘Planist; -Fellx Fowler Wer, violinist, H. Leonard Jeter, ‘cellist; Mrs. -Blanche Deas Harris, ‘soprand: ‘Wille and Cecelia Butler, violiniat and pianist; B. Taylor Gordon, tenor, and Alexander Russell at tho organ.- The program will begin promptly at 2,20 @ally., 4 HAMPTON BEATS CARLISLE SEA On, Var namPon § sneltule defeated the Carlisle Indians at basket- dall in the achool gymnasium on Sat- urday night, February 9.° The game was played beforo a large and enthu- slastic audience which had gathered to seo the famous Indian team play. The game began with the visitors making the first score, but they wore noon followed. by several from Haxnpton. In a few minutes Hampton had taken the lead. Gurnoe~and Wright began breaking up the long.~awift passes of the Indians. The viultors Were success- ful in making several spectacuidnehote, but the short shots of McLareit:.and Paitlips were vexfnning to be moro ef. fective. The firbt half ended with Hampton having 27 pointe, while the Indians had only. 12. In the second half the visitors were completely outplayed. Nevertheless they fought on in good spirit until the whistle ended the game. The line-up follows: - pha akien. siccalheonss- etal nome. i eerie MeLaren (Capt.) L.F.......... Herman Eniips ........RF.o00000.. Metoxen Paxton .......02-Guececeseese Leroy Wright 220.20 aLG...)VietiggCapt) Gurnoe .........R.G..........." Hayes Referee—Capt. R. P. Hall’ of Fort beans tmekeeper—W. R. Brown. AMERICAN GIANTS LOSE SECOND GAME The American Giants were shut out in the second game of the series by the combination of players representing ‘the ‘Breakers by the score of 1 to 0. From the showing made by Breakers team, the American Giants’ will have to change their opinions and tactics ere the series is‘half played. With the ad- dition of the two Cuban players, Chacon and,Gonzalez, who arrived here’on the 4th, The Breakers teain is strongly forti- fied and is prepared to make a good fight’ for the championship. Score: Breakers—I run, 6 hits, 1 er ror; American Giamts—0 ‘runs, 2 hits, 1 etror. Batteries: Breakers—J. Wil- liams and Wiley; American Giants— Redding and Peltway. . Strikeouts—By Williams, 9; by Reddinft, 3. PORT CHESTER. NY. Fortchester, N. Y.—Services at St. Frances A. M. E. Zion Church were well attended all-day Sunday, it -be- ing quarterly meeting day. At II a, m., the pastor, the Rev. Stephen A. McNeil, gave a short address, follow- ed by general élass and love feast. At 3p. m, sermon by the Rev. S. S. Boyd of Mount Vernon, after. which Holy Communion was administered. 8 P.M. sermon by the pastor, sub: ject, “The Unfailing Christ.” "- Sunday was a great day at Bethesds Baptist Church, The spiritual fervor ran high. The pastor, the Rev. J. M Kevisteri occupied the pulpit at both the services. At 3:30 p. m,, Holy Com: union was administered to a large number of members, friends and well withers, At? p.m, a migsionary so ciety was organized, the _ officers chosen were: President, Miss Cors Freeman; secretary, Mrs, Arthut Spearman; treasurer, Mrs, Abram Taylor. At 8 p. m., preaching by. the pastor. Subject, “The Leadership o God.” j KINGSTON, N. Y. The services at Zion were well at- tended Sunday, the Rev. Mr. Mat. thews preache da very fine sermon in the evening to a large and apprecia. tive congregation. Collection was good. The weekly prayer meeting and class meetings were held at the home of Sister Susan Ross last_week ‘The fiftieth anniversary of the Frank: lin Street A. M,E, Zion Church will de celebrated February 24, at the church. : "A concert and chicken supper ‘wil be given at Zion, Friday evening, Feb ruary 22, by the’ Daughters of Salome for the benefit of our boys at camp. Mrs. Ada Jenkins, formerly of Kingston, is visiting’ her mother and relatives here, “ Miss Nettie Hannibal of [amont. ville visited Kingston over Sunday. STAUNTON, VA. Staunton, Va,—Tho 8. M. A, Waltors defented A. M. A, Waltors’In an ex: elting game of basketball at tho skat. Ing rink Thursday, Fobruary 7, before a large crowd. Pondexter, Rhodes and Burns starred for $. M. A. ‘Thomas Jemtorson Paynd Is arrang- ‘Ing a local talent show for the bene- Ait of tho Rew Cross. Mra, Matta White loft Wednerday for Now York, ; Robert Parnell, Buck Rhodos and H. Powell returned Inst week from Coatesville, Pa. gi 8 ‘The Rev. Mr; Hughes preached at August. atfeot Church” Sunday morn- nee “Ge = : (U . Oe POF THE py ‘ EL remem CPS . ISD ASF aX : Vege. 4ZN — NOR : F< \ OR +N , Yee i A) . RY SQA . NG ors Gimme OY SBS ORATOD . . <ezezet ‘ CLEF CLUB, INC. | JACKSON, MAJOR! . + 14 WEST 53D ST. - JETER HE a * PINANCIAL MEMBERS, '18. JOHNSON, J. ROSAMOND ALLEN, HARRY. E. ANDERSON, HENRY F. ADGER, LEON . BARNES, JNO. ‘ BUSHyCLARENCE BURRQUGHS, JNO. R. BLAKE, LUTHER, , BOYD, ARTHUR E. BRYAN, FRED'K M. BUTTS, JAS, ¢ BROWN, PETER E. BETHEL, TOM CLARK, C. CARROLL CARPENTER, ELLIOTT J, €ONKLIN, WM, DAVIS, JAS. EUROPE, JAS. REESE ELKINS. WM. C. EUROPE, J. NEWTON EDWARDS; JUNK FENNAR, ALEX. * : FINLEY, LEWIS C. FULLER, CL. | HINES, GEO. HOLLAND, EUGENE * HORRINGTON, IRA HAYNES, HARRY HOWARD, W. B. HUNT, JAMES JOHNSON, DEACON JONES, CLARENCE - JONES, ROBT. C. JOHNS, W. LC JOHNSTONE, CLARENCE N, JOHNSON, HALL JACKSON, MIKE JONES, CLARENCE P. JOHNSON, DAVE, JR. JACKSON, A. HK JONES, JEROME e * JACKSON, FRED. MORRISTOWN, N. J. Morristown, N. ®-On February 3, Mrs. Ethel Chapman Towe, daughter of Mrs. and the late John T. Chap- man, died, “Funeral service was held at the Calvary Baptist Church, Sat- urday, February 9, the Rev. S. S. Crockett conducting the servige, Sunday, February 10, the Get-to- gether League of Bethel Church held a successful day, both financially and spiritually. » Miss Rebecca Carter, Evangelist and Social Service worker in Brooklyn, N. Y., was the speaker at the morning and evening service. Her valuable and practical sermons will long be remembered. Miss “Marion Britton and Miss Laura Shaw, and George Gregory were the guests of Miss Emma Arnold Sunday. - Frank Allen and Marie Furman were married Thursday, February 14 the Rev. Joseph Stiles ‘officiating. - - LAKEWOOD NT. Lakewood, N. J.—At the moruing and evening’ services of the-Macedonia Baptist Church the Rev. Mr. Grifin occupied the pulpit. * ‘The Rev. Mr. Coleman ts able to be out for a little while, ‘The Rev. A. G. Young preached at the Sixth Street Baptist Church to a large congregation Subday. |, Mrs. Himlly Clarke 1s’ recovering from an attack of the grip. jactiss Margevett Mosely, Miss Mart Seymore and Miss Laura-Felton went to a birthday party given for Lillian Payne In Whiting, N. J. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wiley, 181 John street, a twelve-pound boy on February 6. Mins ‘Anna May Lane Is out after & serious illness, Mrs, Betsy Watkins has been ill, but fs much_ better. Mra. B. 1 Harvey spent a short stay In New York City lust week. Any item for publicatton, please notify Miss It, Walker. PASSAIC, N. J «» Passic, N. J,—Sunday was grand rally day for Bethel A. M. E. Church. The Rey, J. H, Dillard of the Baptist church and his congregation joined in the ser- vice and made it a day of success, the Rev, Dillard preaching in the afternoon. The total céllection for the day was $45. The Rey. B. W. Highgate, pastor, preached ‘morning’ and evening. On Sunday Mrs, Jackson, Miss Gwendolyn ahd Miss Antoinett of New York City Were the guests of Mrs. Cornell Milford, 88 Lafayette avenue and Miss Rita Dick- son, Harrison street, James H, Oney of Philadelphia, was the guest of Miss Elsie Thompson Sat- urday evening. . . ‘A ‘surprise party was given to’ the Rev. and Mrs. B. W. Highgate on Thursday” eyéning, February 7, at the Parsonage, 258, Chestnut street, by_his members and friends. They were cor- dially welcomed. T. H. Calahan is, confined to his home, 85 Burgess place, n account of illness. I, W. Dorman is able to be-out again, agair. a Mrs. E. Collins is, also able to be out The concert give, by Mrs, Dorman and Mrs. Collins his beet postponed until February 22° * oe LAFAYETTE THEATRE Serevent occ SEVENTH AVENUE AND ite STREYT TELEPHONE ten MORNINGSIDS ELJTE AMUSEMENT CORPORATION. Losses : WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY, FEB. 18. QUALITY AMUSEMENT CORPORATION, Robt. 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Evening 8:16........18 and # AEOLIN HALL, 34 West 43rd St. | By EUGENE MARS MARTIN 15-YEAR-OLD NEGRO Poy VIOLINIST i THURSDAY EVENING, FEB. 21, at 8.30 P.M. i Assisted by LYDEN MASON, Pianiste; DAVID 1, MARTIN, JR - Gellist; CONRAD C. HELD, Accompanist. ‘ *A mew chapter in the Mistery of the colored cltlzem at Amertca."=N. Y. 5m TICKETS 50c to $2.00. BOXES (Seating 6) $15.00 Ug ~ Qmanle at the Mall aed at the Martin-Sumlth Biusic School, e +, 199 est 120th St, Tel, Améaden 8216. a JACKSON, MAJOR. . JETER, H. L. JOHNSON, W. B. JOHNSON, J. ROSAMOND LANIER, JNO. VO. LOGUEN, JAS. WW. LIGHTFOOT, JAS. E. MOORE,.SIE ‘MORRIS, LAWRENCE MARSHALL, "JAS. A. MORGAN, CARROLL MANNING, B. A. MACKNIGHT, ARTHUR BE. MEYERS, ISADORE - QUTRAM, PERCY * PARKER, BERNARD PATRICK, WM. PARQUETTE, iM. ROBINSON, PERCY W. - RCSS, ELWIN RICKS, JNO. REID, ‘HOLCOMB : RENNIX, WM. : SPRIGGS, JACK SMITH, LUKE = SEARS, NAT. SMITH, EMERY B, ’ SIMMONS, HARRY TILLINGHURST, ROBT. TISDALE, CLARENCE THOMAS, JAS. M. TYERS, WMH. VANDERVEER, LEROY WILSON, PROF. J. F. R. WILLIAMS, CLARENCE A. WILLIAMS, HARRY A. WEIR, FELIX F. WEEKS, MAYO WILLIAMS, ALONZO WILLIAMS, IRVING WATKINS, WALTER WEEKS. SETH WIGGINS. HARRY L. WILSON, CHAS. A. « WILSON, ED. y WILSON, THEQDORE SPRINGFIELD, MASS. Springfield, Mass—Among the active aiid-ambitious women's clubs of the city Is the Kooklovers’ Clubs which was organized three years ago by Mrs. Gurness Johusin, Its program for 1918 has fen published for the year in leat. let form. and.ts as follows: Januiry 21, “Origin and Growth of the Ladies Home Jraryal.” “open meeting: Feb- ruary 4 Patriotic Day, Mrs. Garness | Johnson; February 16, “lhe Work @ the Red Cross,” Mrs." Nellic Udy; March 4, “Life of Dunbar” (with exp. tations), Mrs. Harry Ackerley; Mang 18, “Food Selection,” Sirs. Panty Walters; April 1, “Senn Making? Mrs, Launald Ricks; April 15, op meeting, with-an address; May &, “Ty Work of the Blue Cross," Sfrs. Jey Gordon; May 20, “Birds,” Mrs. Oa riuna Phillips; June 3, Negro ay. ists," Mrs. Emma Thompson ; June 1 ‘Flower Day, Mrs. Julia O'Nell; Sq ‘tember 16, debate, “Resolved, That the government should’ own ‘and openy all railroads and coal mines,” afira, uve, Mrs. Ivy Shepherd, negative, Mr Gurness Johnson. On Friday evening of this week ¢ Vestal Virgin drill will be preseated by the Senlor Girl Scouts of tlre Thin Baptist Church in the church vostry,’ The ‘Rev. A. L. Bouldin of the Loc ing Street Church filled his pulp Sanday, after sevetal weeks of fh ness. Mr. Louls G. Gregory of Was ington, D. C., spoke before the more ing audience of St. John's Church Sux day, his, subject being “Some of the Fundamentals of Bahaism.” . Miss Helen Douglass of Union street is, visiting at her former home, New. port, for a week PITTSFIELD. MASS Pittsfield, Mass.—Women's Day wih be observed Sunday, February 24, at the A. M. EB. Zion Mission with a pm gram rendered in the afternoon, ‘Miss Augusta Price expects to vist relatives and friends at her home fa Norwalk, Conn. Miss Florence Jacobs, who Is studj- ing for a nurse at the Lincoln Hoe pital, New York City, is expected lo spend the month end, at home. Sunday services at the Seconi! Coo sremational Church were conducted by the pastor and a! large number at- tended. sf The Easter jubtlee programs hare been received by the A. M. E. mission and gre being rehearsed for Easte ‘Sunday. All the music published ia these programs was written by one of our own young men, who is now at_a camp in the service of his cous ie ee ‘Sunday ‘xervices wore largely at tended at, the mission. The pastor spoke on-“A Christian in the Wilder pess."" 7 . a Churches, Schools and/Hi at reasonable terms - For ‘al Lenten reaWres” Special Lenten Feat¥res Life of Christ, in 7 reels Path cope Film, also over 700 reel] covering all subjects; also exper Moving Picture’ Camera Operator’ Juliet Educational Films Co. 139 W. 135th St. New York City ‘Phone Merningside 8¢ 26 (By Lieut. O.-E. MoKalne.) (Special to The New York Ack.) Camp, Vipton, L. L.-The Buffaloes' auditorium will be formally opened Friday, February 15. A fine program has been arranged. The Assistant Secretary of War will be with us. The Regimental Band will render martial, serious and popular airs. The "Battles" chorus will shig "See It Through," led by its gifted operer, Sergeant Caffatti, himself. The Buffaloes invite all of their innumerable friends out to help make the day a gala and memorable one. They will meet them show them the ballwick of the Buffaloes and dine them at their various messes. The officers of the Welfare League will attend, including the Hon. Charles W. Anderson, who will, in all probability, be a speaker. Hon. Emmet J. Scott, special assistant to the Secretary of War, will be here. Lester A. Walton, representing the War Department Commission on Training Camp activities, will be here. Governor Whitman has been requested to attend and address us. We dare not say anything further but invite all of you to be with us. The Buffaloes are drilling in their auditorium every day and having "movies" every night. They say it's a real pleasure to be in their own building and feel that they are most fortunate for never in the history of cantonments there, been such a regiment with such a colonel, such a spirit or such an auditorium. They extend their heartfelt thanks to their friends who made this pleasure possible. Mrs. Butler Wilson of Atston visited the Buffaloes' Scamping ground last week, "sticking with her a cheek for $4,550 for the auditorium." The regiment from the afternoon, and gave us a viewing ovation. She reviewed the military history of the race beginning with the slaves' revolt in the latter part of the 15th century and ending at Carrizal, Mexico. Among other things she said: "You are our personal representatives and upon you devolves, in no small measure, the destiny of our people as well as the other peoples of the earth." In speaking GIVEN MORE TIME TO ANSWER QUESTIONNAIRE Through the kindly consideration of Hon. Martin Conboy, Director of the Draft, who well knows the patriotism of colored Americans and does not think the failure of some to file questionnaires within the time prescribed by the Selective Draft rules has been due to any intention to evade doing military service, an extension of time has been granted them and directions given the local boards in Harlem to use every effort to locate the delinquents. At the instance of Ralph E. Langston, chairman of Local Board No. 140, the following communication was read in the Harlem churches Sunday: "In order to meet the requirements of the Selective Service Rules and to avoid serious trouble, every man who was between the ages of 21 and -31, inclusive, in June 5, 1917, who is not already in a cantonment or who has not been declared a wilful deserter, must file a questionnaire with his local board. Judging from the great number that have been returned to boards in Harlem marked 'not found,' it is evident that many registrants have not performed this very important duty. If there is any one present who knows of any such case he would be doing a great service to the person interested as well as performing a patriotic duty by acquainting him with these facts. At any time between the hours of 9 a. m. and 5 p. m. questionnaires can be secured and information will be given to persons who call at Local Board No. 140, 215 West 133d street." HAMPTON GRADUATE (Special to THE NEW YORK ACK) HAMPTON, Va.-Hampton Institute has lost its first man on account of the World War. Word has come of the death at Camp Lee, Petersburg, Va., of Sergt. Stevan Randolph Young, who received his Hampton diploma in 1914. At the time of his death Stevan Young was supply sergeant of the Eighty-eighth Company, Twenty-first Training Battalion. Frior to his call to the National Army, Young was engaged in teaching manual training in the Pearl High School of Nashville, Tenn. Stevan R. Young was born on June 10, 1889, in Essex County, Va. He entered Hampton at the age of 21. His early education was received in the public schools of Upper Zion in Caroline County and in the Bowling Green Academy. After his graduation from Hampton JOHN B. NAIL HENRY C. PARKER Nail & Parker REAL ESTATE TEL. MORNINGSIDE 7682 & 7683 145 W. 135th St. New York City 337 W. 53rd St. 4 light airy rooms, through flat, improvements, near "L" station. $16 a month. 2-2-3mo. Apply Janitor. Hall or rent for all occasions. Apply United Civic League, Inc. 184 W. 135th St. 4-26-tl 4 large rooms, steam and hot water, rent improvements. Rent $23.00. of the traditional loyalty of colored Americans to the flag, she said: "No other single influence in the country today can do so much to remove the trace from beneath the stripes and establish them as full-fledged American citizens, standing beneath its stars." She was the guest of the officers at an informal dinner and returned to New York the same evening. Mrs. Osceola E. M. Kaine of San Francisco arrived in the city last week. Leifiansants Sawyer and Ollie Lee have returned from Oklahoma. Mrs. Robert Fearing of Brooklyn held a whist party and dance for the auditorium fund last Saturday evening. It was quite a success. This week-end will really be a notable one in the social life of the Buffaloes, according to the contemplated arrangements of the Thrift Committee. Mrs. Hall, "Bert" Givens, Adrian Smith and Miss Johnson deserve full praise and credit for their uniting efforts to make it a success. It is believed that the ranks of the Buffalo benedicts will be augmented by several new members soon. Brooklyn will be the loser. Unit No. 12, Dr. Gertrude Curtis, captain, held a whist tournament and dance at the Music Settlement House last week. The devotees of terpsiphore stayed late and wooded long. The auditorium benefited. The Buffaloes are guarding their regimental area now and they do guard like regulars. Formal guard mounting is held every afternoon, weather permitting. News has been received that Regimental Sergent-Major Simelon and Sergent Blak, Company E, 24th Infantry, have been appointed first lieutenants and assigned to the National Army. Capt. George L. Lythcote, M. R. C. is confined to base hospital but is convalescent. Mrs. Oliver and daughter, wife of Lieutenant "Huddy" Oliver, was a visitor last week-end. Mrs. Bennie Hunton of Washington, D. C., is expected for the Thrift Committee airl. he returned to his home in Upper Zion and became the principal there of a two-room school for three years. He also served his community as a Sunday School worker, helped the school teachers buy books, did some farming, and organized clubs for farmers, school patrons, and school children. ROCHESTER TROOPERS (Special to The New York Acad.) CAMP DIX, N. J.-The Rev. E. D. W. Jones, Zion pastor of Rochester, N. Y. came to Camp Dix and gave every colored trooper from that city sweaters, wristlets, helmets, mufflers and socks. They were knitted by the ladies of his church, Mrs. B. J. Hawkins, president. Since they have been here boxes of fruit and tobacco have been sent to all the men. They are grateful to the citizens of Rochester and especially the Rev. Jones, to whose church they all belong. MASS FOR MEMBER On Thursday morning at 8 o'clock a requiem mass was said for the repose of the soul of Howard Streadrick, a member of the New York 15 Infantry, who died in France of pneumonia on January 15. He is survived by his mother and two sisters, who are members of St. Benedict's congregation. He is remembered as a little boy serving mass a few years ago in the church. Now his name is added to the list of heroes who have died for their country. FOR SALE. WEST 130TH STREET, BET. LENOX & 7TH AVENUES 3 story and basement dwelling; 9 rooms and bath; size, 16.2 x99.11. Mortgage, $3,750—5%. Price, $6,000. Terms to suit. EAST 131ST STREET, BET. 5TH & MADISON AVENUES 3 story building; size, 17.6x99.10; free and clear. Price, $6,000. Terms to suit. WEST 132ND STREET, BET. LENOX & 7TH AVENUES 3 story and basement dwelling; size, 18.9x99.11; free and clear. Price, $10,000. Terms to suit. WEST 137TH STREET, BET. 7TH & 8TH AVENUES 5 story building; size, 18x99.11. Price $9.000. Terms to suit. 3 story and basement, brick with brownstone front dwelling; 10 rooms and bath; size, 16x99.11. Price, $8,000. Convenient terms arranged. WEST 138TH STREET, BET. 7TH & 8TH AVENUES 3 story and basement dwelling; size, 22x99.11; 13 rooms and two baths. Mortgage, $7,500—5%. 3 years to run. Price, $13,000. This is one of the most beautiful houses in Harlem. WEST 138TH STREET, BET. 8TH & EDGECOMBE AVES. 3 story and basement brick dwelling; 9 rooms and two baths; furnace heat; size, 16x99.11. Price. $8,000. All of the particulars quoted above are subject to negotiation; convenient terms can undoubtedly be arranged. If interested, kindly communicate with the office of 145 West 135th Street, N. Y. SLANG IN U.S. ARMY "RED TABE"—Official and usecise formality. The war department is full of it. "SWIVEL CHAIR SOLDIER"—A departmental staff officer in the war office. "FAKE ON"—To enlist. "OUTFIT"—A regiment or separate administrative unit. Probably originated in the west from contact with cattlement whose ranchers are called outfits. "RE-UP"—To re-enlist within the limits or time allowed by the war department, during which re-enlistment increased pay may be drawn. "DOG ROBBER"—A soldier who acts as servant for an officer. "SAND RAT"—An officer or soldier on duty during target practice in the rifle pit. "BISCUIT SHOOTER"—The female cook in an officer's family. "CHOW"—This word was acquired by our army in the Phillippines. It is Chinese and means grub. Either something to eat or the act of eating, "to chow." "SPUDS"—Irish potatoes. "WIND JAMMER"—A bugler. "WAGON SOLDIER"—An artilleryman. "THE OLD MAN" — Company commander. The captain. "WOOD BUTCHER" — Company mechanic. "THE TOP"—First sergeant of a troop, battery or company. "ORDERLY ROOM"—The first sergeant's office. "SOAPSUDS ROW"—In the old army, the wives of nearly all soldiers "took in" washing. Hence their row of quarters took the name. "SLUMGULLION" (Usually referred to as "SLUM"—A wet hashi Very fine. "STARS AND STRIPES" or "THIRTY-EIGHTS" — The famous army bean. "SOW BELLY" (In '98 called "SOW BOSOM")—Smoked bacon. "SOLDIERING"—To serve in the army. "FLAP JACKS"—Griddle cakes. "SINKERS"—Dumplings. HOTEL MEN DOING! BY JAMES ADOLEW PARKER In reply to our contemporary, The Hotel Messenger, under the caption "Organization and the Negro Walter," I will ask, Are we organized? I say we should be and we should start and at once to call a convention at some central point so that we may universalize ourselves together in one body with representatives from all over the United States to speak on the conditions and discuss vital questions for the betterment of the craft. But will will never accomplish anything through the press alone. We must act and do it at once. In his articles speaking of the successful foreign adversaries that was accomplished by faithful leaders organizing the men so as to get efficiency. In an organized body there is strength and in strength there is unity and in unity we are able to formulate progressive ideas so that the qualifications of the Negro waiter may come up to a high standard of efficiency. Then we will be able to successfully compete with others and be able to assume our proper place in the hotel world. George R. Emerson, who is in charge of boys on the front at the New Victoria, 47th street and Broadway, was one of the callers at the Bellman Home. Ambulance service is maintained by George W. Brown, recently hallmarked at the New Albany Hotel, New York City, and the Kenmore Hotel, Albany, is on show at the staff at the Hotel Newvarn, 7th avenue and 36th street. Eddie Hoskins is again on the job at the Hotel Marlborough after being confined to his bed for several weeks. Thomas A. Alston, president of the Hotel Bollman Beneficial Association, is spending the winter with his brother, Dr. C. G. Alston, Summerville, S. C. What has become of the quartet at the Newvarn. We are still waiting to hear it harmonize. We are very glad to know that the appeal to the captains and secretaries in one of the former issues, under the caption "Hotel Men Dolges," was answered but seemingly it called to get the credit for same. But we hope that R. W. Smith of the Breakers Hotel, Palm Beach, Fla., will allow us the privilege of his next article in our column. For it is young and such encouragement will help it grow. Corporal Singleton of the 15th Infantry, now "Somewhere in France," sends his special regards to his friends in a letter to his mother, Mrs. William Singleton, 149 W. 53d street. Don't fall to see this paper each week so that you may keep posted of the booking of the different hotels. Please send doilings and happenings of the hotel men to James A. Parker, 343 West 35th street, care of H. B. Bass. NEWS OF THE CHURCHES RUSH MEMORIAL The annual services of the Sons and Daughters of St. Christopher Society, Inc., formed the principal attraction at the services of Rush Memorial A. M. E. Zlon Church Sunday. This organization turned out in large numbers in the evening to celebrate their sixth anniversary. Dr. Cooke preached an excellent sermon, taking for his subject I Corinthians, 13, 13. Special music was rendered by the choir, the solosists for the occasion being Miss L. Galloway and Cliond Armstrong. Three persons joined the church. The collections for the day were over $80. UNION BAPTIST CHURCH. Sunday at 11.00 a.m. a large audience was present to hear "our pastor preach from the subject "Life and Story of Adam." The message was well received. At 2.00 p.m. the Sunday School was conducted by Supt. Johnson, after which he went as a delegate from the Sunday School Room to the Metropolitan Baptist Church to carry a check for $101.03 to the mass meeting that was being held for the benefit of the Howard Orphanage Asylum. At 3.30 p.m. Dr.-W. W. Brown, the distinguished pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church, preached at our communion service from the subject, "The Right Spirit in Religion." The doctor was at his best and always preaches good but the operation his begone, Dr. Brush has undergone, seemingly fired him up. The B. Y. P."U, under President Lloyd, held their session at the usual hour. At 'the evening service Dr. Thomas Jenkins was presented by our pastor and delivered a sermon on "The Marriage Feast," at the close of which Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, A. M., president of the National Training School in Washington, D. C., gave an excerption to the school where the roughs was the guest of our pastor while in the city. Offering for the day amounted to $202.84. 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It works like magic, and is unique because there is not another preparation in the world like it. I offer a reward of 1800 for the hair that Kink-no-more will not straighten. Kink-no-more is a vegetable compound; it is perfectly harmless and will not injure the scalp nor hair. But will it move dandruff; promotes a luxuriant growth of healthy hair and keeps it soft and glossy. Remember Kink-no-more is sold under a guarantee to do all that is needed for a scalp, not to send will to anyone on the receipt of $1.00 a regular size box of Kink-no-more, enough to straighten from one to two heads of hair, ordering send regular hair, post hair, press money order. Liberal inducements offered to agents. Write to-day for special terms. Enclose 2 cent stamp for Address Proof. Lift 19f Prospect Ave. Auburn, Park N. 147. Incorporated, of New York City Capitalized at $750,000.00 Is offering $250,000.00 worth of its capital stock to the at $10 per share. Persons desiring a wise and safe invest would do well to purchase some of this stock. The prop are well worth $1,500,000.00 and are located in 141 142nd Streets, comprising 306 apartments with 1,466 with every modern convenience. These houses are the and finest owned and occupied by colored people in the ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN. The congregations were large and inspiring all day Sunday. The pastor preached at both services. Three persons at the session were received into the church on profession of faith. At the closing of the services morning and night much time was given to the petition being circulated in the interest of the five condemned soldiers at Houston, Texas. The petition will soon be laid before President Wilson, with the hope of having executive clemency extended to these defenders of the Union. The interest of the whole church is being focused on the spring drive which the session has planned to continue until the last Sunday in April. Dr. Hyder addressed the high school boys on Friday night at the Urban League. Mrs. Hannah Wilson, one of the oldest Presbyterians in the state, died last week. Mme. Harvey's choir adds much to the inspiration of the services each Sunday. "A special missionary propaganda was launched Sunday. One hundred new members are to be brought into the church by the last Sunday in June. The subject next Sunday morning will be, "A Prophecy of 1918." METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH Last Sunday, notwithstanding the inclement weather, the people came out in great numbers to hear the pastor, the Rev. W. W. Brown preach on the subject, "Failing Faith," found in Luke xxil, 31-32. The pastor's wife had a serious operation last week, but she is convalescent and the members rendered thanks for her condition. There was a mass meeting in the afternoon for the benefit of Howard Orphan Asylum. J. Holingsworth Wood, president, was the principal speaker, Supt. Wiring, W. H. Trottman, secretary and others spoke. Three churches made contributions, Mt. Oilvet, $76; Unlion $101; Metropolitan, $82, and the Orphans $20.06. The evening service was also enthusiastic. Supt. Hunter, is making strenuous efforts to keep the Sunday School alive these cold days. The clubs of the Sunday School entertained the grammar school graduates, the principal of the school, the B. Y. P. U. with its president, had an interesting service led by the young people. Collection for the Asylum, $362.05; church collection, $293.39. ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH. The church was crowded in the morning and the pastor preached on the "Meaning of Shewbread." One person was converted and two united with the church while Mrs. Matthew Henson sang "I'm a Child of the King." Dr. J. H. H.. H.Waring, superintendent of the Howard Orphanage and Industrial School, spoke in the evening and made a most favorable impression upon the audience. The audience gave for the institution $66.33 and the following clubs gave the amounts opposite their names: Solid Workers' Club, Highway and Hedges Society, $10; Floral Circle, $5; Mrs. Anne Skerritt being president of all these organizations; Temperance Club, Mrs. Lucy Kennedy, president, $1; Brotherhood Club, John Cotman, president, $5; choir, Mrs. Lucy Henson, president, $5.08; Sunday School, W. H. Taylor, superintendent, $10. A total of $116.41 was donated by the audience and those organizations to relieve the disheasing conditions at the Howard Orphanage. Next Sunday evening the Friendly Society will worship at the church. Dr. Powell will deliver the sermon. 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. TO LET---PRIVATE HOUSE. West 139th Street, Bet. 7th & 8th Avenues. 10 rooms and bath; Rental: $75 a month. 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Mason was present and assisted in serving the communion. At the evening service Dr. J. W. Brown preached the fourth annual sermon to the Excelsior Household of Ruth, No. 3,570, and their invited guests. The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society, Mrs. Luemma Scott, president, held a mass meeting on last Thursday evening. Mrs. Nora Taylor spoke. Dinner was served. The Dunbar Dramatic Club, Mrs. Mattie Hawks, president, gave a recital at the Brotherhood House last For Out-of-Tow THE NEW Y 5 cents 2 copy Please send me one down boating Black and White Ontario. The boss I have used I find to be the best I have ever used for boating the swim. It is second to most Martin A. Robinson. Monday evening. The "Heavenly Gates Ajar" was rendered Wednesday evening under the auspices of the Zion Loyalty Club. Mary E. Piggart, president: Dr. J. W. Brown left Monday morning to attend the joint Federation meeting of the bliskops of American Negro Methodism, which ceaseves at Louisville, Ky. February 15 and 16. Deacon Alfred F. Pigrot will present Friday evening. Mrs. Nora Taylor will fill the pulpit during Dr. J. W. Brewer's absence and presch of both services. Dinner will be served on Sunday by Mrs. Vella Dell. --- Mrs. Leonie Green of Syracuse was called to this city last week by the critical hours of her brother. Dr. J. B. Browning, chapodist, is now president of the Lions Hair Dreaming Shop, 407 Lenox avenue. The Rev Dr. A. A. Crooke, together with the Rev. Dr. J. W. Brown, left Kentucky for Louisville, to attend the meeting of the Board of Bishops with congregants in the city that week. They are in about eight or ten days. Mrs. Lewis W. Allen, 247 West 64th G. Allen, and sister, her husband, G. W. Allen, and sister, Miss Nannie Hancock, left for Washington, D. C., with the remains of her husband, who reported this life Wednesday, February 6th, with prescriptions. Pursues of the recital by Eugene Mary, Martin at Acolian Hall, February 21, are earnestly requested to be their seats if possible by 8:30 pm. A special supper will be served at Bates and the Lybia for the accommodation of the guests after the concert. On Wednesday evening February 6, Unit No. 12 of which Dr. Gertrude Curtis McPheron is captain gave a whirl party at the Martin Music School. It was a great success and too much cannot be said of the entertainers who volunteered their services, among whom were Clarence Bush and his band of Cleft Club, including William Parpett, Lewis Finlay and Jack Springs. Also Mrs. Alice Jackson, Arthur Rhone and Ira Hartington. On late Thursday night the Rev. R. M. Bollen delivered an address on "Abraham Lincoln" at the Easing School, East 42nd street, near Third avenue. The speaker made a very favorable impression upon both teachers and students as was ordained by them after they received the number were presented by Miss Theresee Green of the First Emanuel Church, and Mrs. A. Jeans and Mr. Green of "Abyssinia Church", Mrs. Medora Bolden was accompanied. Mrs. G. C. Woodie of South street, Orange, N. J., gave an informal tea February 2 from 3 to 6 p.m. in honor of Mmes. Brown, M. B. Ferrell of New York, Miss Jones of Richmond, Ya. the house guest of Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Hughes, and Miss E. Guy of Orton, other guest of Orton, portchair City, Newark and Orange. All present had a delightful dance. The patrons were beautifully accented with palms, white and pink flowers. On last Monday night, at the meeting of the Patriotic Security League of the First Emmannuel Church, Arthur Carlsner of India gave a very interesting talk on his home and country, and the lives and habits of its people. Carlsner is in this countryady educating new schools for music and art. At the close of his talk a collection of $5 was given him. Mrs. Swenson, one of the oldest teachers in the public school service of New York City, was introduced and made a few interesting remarks, as she of the progress Negro women had made as teachers in the schools of New York. She days of Prof. Resen. Mrs. Swenson also rendered a selection and the piano. AMBULANCE BENEFIT A SUCCESS The benefit and dance given Friday night by the Ambulance Unit of the Croix for Negro War Relief was a successful and a gratifying climax to the unofficial efforts of a loyal band of women. This unit, the first the circle organized, has been working hard for over two months and the large audience proved the sympathy of the public for the appeal made for our boys at Camp Upton and for our nurses. One could not help being impressed with the co-operative spirit which prevailed. The members of the unit at the box office, the faithful watchers at the doors, the nurse who met you after you had entered, the colonel with his Bay Brown, all beepoke cheerful altruistic. Hen. B. A. Johnson stated that over 1967 had been raised by the members before the doors were opened and allowed the public for coming out to help raise the rest of the money for the ambulance on exhibition at the en Miss Rutier R. Wilson, of Boston, made the appeal for recognition of our names and was warmly applauded by the mile box collection which followed brought $16.16. Writers and telegrams from Caruso wrote by Mr. Rosamond John. The single singles also received with the work of the unit and reported sincerely his inability to attend. Mr. Marshall and his untimely good music soon dispelled the disappointment. And then came those two songs from Lester Warner Robinson. They were a special of the evening. The president of the discus is Mrs Bulma Biblows Haywood; executive secretary, Miss Caroline Bond. The chairman of the unit is Mrs. Dora Cale Norman; vice chairman Mrs. Adam B. son; secretary Mrs. Violet Wasson; corresponding secretary, Miss Charity Scott; financial secretary, Mrs. M. Shap- erson Young. Chairman of various committees are: Mrs. Charles Rob- rith, entertainment; Miss Madge Hag- mann, social; Miss Charlotte Jarvis, publicist Mme. Lella Walker Robin- acute; Mrs. J. B. Johnson, in- AUXILIARY NOTE. The Woman's Auxiliary, 18th Regiment, returns the loss of Mrs. Clarence Farris, a member of Company B, 18th Regiment, Mrs. Fillmore was one of the most active workers of the Woman's Auxiliary from the exilement to the day of her death. As a member of the investigation and visiting committee, Special Welfare Division, she rendered valuable service and in addition gave service, to the Red Cross. She was in charge of the Knitting Circle, giving instructions and looking after all details of the work. When the Red Cross, Auxiliary, No. 349, to the Woman's Auxiliary, 18th Regiment, was organized, Mrs. Fillmore was appointed chairman. The auxiliary has made many hospital garments and sweaters, scarfs and wristlets have been knitted. With marked simplicity of manner and care in the work, Mrs. Fillmore accomplished in the work, Mrs. Fillmore accompanied herself to every member of the Red Cross and to the members of the Red Cross with whom she came in contact. Divine grace enabled her to fix her hope in the Rock of Ages which was to her an anchor, sure and steadfast, supporting her under her affliction and the The auxiliary banded around the family and did all it could for the bereaved ones. Miss Emma Fox, organizer of the Bed Cross Auxiliary, will be temporary chairman and will endeavor to carry Mrs. Filipina's sons made by our beloved Mrs. Filipina. Cross auxiliary are: Miss Emma Fox, acting chapman; Miss Paul Reagan, secretary; Mrs. William Norwood, treasurer. Mrs. Helen Day, in charge of Bed Cross auxiliary, will address the next meeting of the auxiliary Thursday evening, February 14 at 5 o'clock at headgear. Mrs. Seventh avenue. All members of the auxiliary are urged to be present. Encourging letters have been received from members of the 16th Red Cross, Over here the Woman's auxiliary is working its work for the dependents. Its membership is still increasing. DOCTORS' BANQUET The installation of officers of the Manhattan Medical Association, held in the banquet room of the Libya, January 31, was a success. Dr. Albert B. Wilson was elected president for the fourth term with the assistance of the Ban B. Graves, vice-president; Beal T. Witlers, secretary, and Dr. Arthur C. Bright, treasurer, were installed. Dr. Leo Fits Neonor acted as toastmaster at the banquet and the following responded to toasts: Hon. Charles W. Anderson, Dr. Charles H. Roberts, Dr. Gustavus Henderson, Dr. Albert S. Henderson, Dr. Joseph Hosage, Dr. Gortrude Curtis McPherson, Dr. Thomas E. Miller of Chester, Pa. The doctors and their guests included Hon. and Mrs. Charles W. Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. Albert S. Reed, Dr. and Mrs. Gustavus Honderon, Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Roberta, Dr. and Mrs. E. M. Roberta, Dr. and Mrs. J. R. Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. Clayton, Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Cannas, Dr. and Gerrtude Curtis McPherson, Dr. and Mrs. Corbin, Dr. and Mrs. George W. Thompson, Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Kallogg, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Thompson, Halle Craigwell, Marshall Brown, Misses Rebecca Porter, A. Summer, Miles, Cele, Morgan, Edith Spalding, Doctors Pettinger, Thomas, T. E. Hanson, F. M. White, Algy Campbain, James Williams, Thomas E. Miller, Jr. A. St. Chal Jones, R. A. Taylor, James C. Taylor, R. A. Taylor, Dr. Ivison Hoage, Leo Fits Neerson, A. C. Bright and R. C. McPherson. MANHATTAN Y. W. C. A. At the members' meeting and social to be held this Friday evening, February 15, at 8:30 o'clock at the association building, Mrs. Francis E. Brower will speak on "How to Register and vote at the Coming Congressional Election March 5." The registration days for women voters are February 21, 23, 23. The monthly forum of the association will be held this Sunday, February 17 at 4 p.m. There will be a symposium on "Association Work," and association secretaries attending the National Board Training Course will be the speakers. All women are cordially invited to attend. New arrivals in the building include Lockhart and Beesie Bolden, New York; Mickey Burgersburg, Va.; Norris, Charlotte, N.C. Jonce, Columbia, B. C.; Miss Helen Stucke, Louisville, Ky., and Miss Ruffin and Mrs. Bath Llyrch, Detroit. Miss T. A. Solomon has made a donation of $2; and Miss E. B. Wilson has renewed her membership in the association. The Monday evening class in subject dressing is providing most popular. Wanted 20 Carpenters WITH TOOLS Ade and Broad. Axe used preferred. Two years work guaranteed. Board and lengthens $7.00 per week. Wages 56c per hour. Also laborers $3c per hour. Only reliable men need apply. Write J. J. Russell, Purdue, Groton Iron Works, Neukl Place, Nank, Ct. 2:16-6 NOTICE TO AGENTS All news matter must be in The Age Office not later than Tuesday of each week. NATIONAL MARINE ASSN. MAKES GREAT PROGRESS (Continued from Figure 10) most prosperous one since its history. The report shall as follows: RECEIPTS. Cash on hand with Treasuries $53.08 Receipts in January 160.05 Receipts in February 160.05 Receipts in March 102.87 Receipts in April 131.15 Receipts in May 159.04 Receipts in June 67.30 Receipts in July 66.00 Receipts in August 241.18 September (no meeting). Receipts in October 543.33 Receipts in November 218.25 December (no meeting). DISBURGMENTS. Slik benefits $477.00 Death benefits 150.00 Current expenses 102.10 Picnic Committee 60.00 Return applications 7.50 Total disbursements $796.60 Cash on hand Dec 31, 1947 $98.42 Bank balance Dec 31, 1947 $3,514.87 $3,613.29 $4,409.89 The house steward, L. P. Williams, made his report, which shows that his department had paid into the funds of the association during the past year $512.42 clear profit. History of Our Association On the first day, of August, 1997, a few men working on the river vessel, namely Moors. James H. Mhlop, Henry H. Smith, I. P. Williams, Louis S. Jones and George Clark, met on the premises 105 North Moors street and organized the Marine School and Beneficial Club to be conducted in the city of New York. The object was to ask its members when to use the river vessel for fishing, employment and to unite in one great body the colored men of coastwise and river steam vessels, and thus enable them to guard against them. After five years' success as a club they saw fit to reorganize into the National Marine Association, and were incorporated under the laws of the State of New York on the 8th day of June, 1992, with the following gentlemen as its board: James H. Mhlop, Louis S. Jones, James H. Helps, Louis S. Jones, I. P. Williams, R. W. Frederick and George Clark. As a body of men the National Marine Association earns bellygey, in the preservation of liberty, as it is the breath of progress, and no man should barbarize to others the right to disguise of that most priceless heritage the liberty to dispose of his own labor; first how he likes; second, when he likes, third, and where he likes. This is our standard of belief, and the only possible one for free men. The association maintains a building on the corner of 105 North Moore street, at a cost of $4,000 per year. This building is neatly furnished, electrically lighted, telephone service, barber shop and reading rooms for the accommodation of its members. They pay sick and death benefits, having paid up to date $6,000. Their membership consists of about 300. The present officers are as follows: James H. Helps, preside; Henry W. Freirekens, vice-president; James E. Lindsey, recording secretary; Louis S. Jones, treasurer; C. Binford, chaplain; I. P. Williams, house steward; George Ioffreys, sergeant-at-arms. Messra, Helps, Smith, Jones and Williams have held their respective positions since the organization of the Marine Association. Y. M C. A. One of the most enthusiastic meetings that has ever been held under the auspices of the association was the one last Monday evening when the captains of the various teams meeting membership drive to perfect arrangement for the same. Of the number who had pledged themselves to work in this campaign a week before at the membership dinner, all were present with the exception of one who telephoned in his report to the committee. In addition to this group, others have been added until twenty captains are now ready to take the field at the opening at the campaign with their men to secure for the association one hundred or more members. They will meet on next Sunday afternoon at the close of the "Big Meeting" and the structural application blanks will be placed in their hands. The drive will be conducted from February 18 to 24 and will be the last opportunity men will have of joining the branch for the fee of $2, and it is felt that a large number of men will avail themselves of this privilege and take out memberships. This can be done by getting in touch with the workers or at 159 West 518th street, or 135 West 186th street, the uptown office, the hundred and four men heard Dr. Dr. Bohnt Hearst afternoon when he spoke on "The Bohntstor" and were very well pleased with the discussion that was presented. In addition to the address of Dr. Dr. Bohnt, a violin solo was rendered by Master W. M. Bond and a vocal solo by W. C. Winn. Owing to the closing of the 186th Street Library, due to the scarcity of coal, the suspension in the coal force moves in the Southbound Avenue and 123rd street entrance on 132d street. This hall is at present being used as the armory, of the of the 16th Regiment and the association has been permitted to hold their meetings at the offices of the band concert. All men are invited to MISSION AUTO INSTRUCTION ARENA AUTO SCHOOL, 146 West 55th St., N. Y. City Best chance to become chauffeur and get well position. A few reasons you should take a course at the ARENA AUTO SCHOOL: 1. Because you are of homestead. 2. Because your school is superior to others in instruction. 3. Because it is the largest and best school of its kind in this country. 4. Because this is the only school America using up-to-date 1946 automobiles for driving lessons, such as Buick, Hudson, Dutro, Six, Chevrolet, Cadillac. 5. Because we guarantee our students to work their chauffeur's license. 6. Because our prices are comparatively low in comparison with the prices that other schools charge. 7. Because we furnish positions. Start today, do not delay for tomorrow. If you should fall 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 55th St., New York City. been. Capt. W. B. Williams, Assistant Adjutant of the 30th Regiment at Camp Union, who will talk on "The Negro and the National Army." This should attract a large crowd of men as the subject is one that we should all be interested in. In the meeting begin presuppose 4:30 and all men are asked to be in. ST. BENEDICT THE MOOR. On Tuesday night at this week a reception was tended to the newly shot officers of St. Anna's Society. A large number of the members and their friends met in St. Benedict's Hall at 8:30. The program consisted of vocal and instrumental music, some humour, and the hospitality address. Recreations were also served. A pleasant evening was spent up to 11 o'clock. At the regular monthly meeting of the Holy Name Society on Thursday night, February 14, in the Church Hall, the Rev. William Quan delivered an illustrated lecture on the Indian Mission of Quinn, and the Rev. Quinn is assistant to the secretary-general of the Catholic Indian Bureau in Washington. He traced the history of the ministries from present-day-conditions back to the times of the Spanish Padre. These were Franciscan monks, who followed close on the footsteps of the Jesuits, and who came up through Mexico, struck into the wilderness known as California and Lower California, settled down to live and die among the natives, converted them to Christianity and civilization and left in the ruins of their monasteries a style of architecture which has been preserved in the country. The letter of the lecture was most instructive and interesting, and the views were beautiful. The Religious Mission will begin in St. Benedict's Church on Sunday, February 17, at the High Mass, 11 o'clock in the morning. Father Cavaughan and Father Hague will conduct the services, which will be held morning and night at 11 o'clock. The lecture will be on the principal event of each day. A mission is a time for spiritual revival and also for instruction. Therefore the themes treated will concern the devotions, the history and the doctrines of the Catholic Church. They will be interesting not only to Catholics but also to all others who might wish to learn something on subjects about the Catholic Church, so they will know very much, then they will be congregational singing led by the augmented choir and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament every night. FIRST EMMANUEL CHURCH The different services held on last Sunday at the First Emmanuel Church were largely attended and full of anthemics. At the 11 o'clock service Pastor Bolden apoke from St. John the Baptist. People should apt seek ser happiness in the Happiness comes from within, and from true service to one and all." Excellent music was rendered by the choir. The Sunday School held a very interesting session, and the lesson study was unusually inspiring. Supt. Honee conducted the survey of the lesions of the pupils of the Olga Girls young girl graduate of our public schools, gave a very inspiring talk. Miss Lucas, although but fifteen years of age, has felt the call to higher service; and will devote her life to missionary work in the city of Chilcotus will speak at the Sunday School hour for four consecutive Sundays. A splendid program was rendered at the meeting of the Literary Society at 4 p.m., presented by Chas. Sims, Mrs C. Frattin, the president, presided. Mrs C. Frattin, the president, presided. 8th Infantry, "Harold Ellis"; duet, Misses Holloway and Jacobs; address, Mr. Weatherburn, "Finding the Christ"; recitation, J. Napoleon; remarks by Boyd Farrish and Rev. Bolton; recitation by Geoff Hinton. The prayer service at 7 p.m. led by members of the S. M. and I. and the missionary societies. At the $ o'clock service Pastor Bol- den spoke from Malachi iv. The Rev. Wm. Mogans assisted in the services and the choir rendered the anthem, "In the night watched." Sunday, February 17, the holy communion will be served at both services. MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH. The belly weather brought out large crowds to all the services held in Mount Olivet, and the congregation was filled by the pastor, Dr. Haven, at both the morning and evening services. The discourses of the pastor were enthusiastically recited. Seven persons were baptized during the day, and the hand of fellowship extended to twenty-seven new members. At the evening service the Lord's Supper was observed by fully one thousand commissants. The collection for the day amounted to $10.71. During the week the pastor officiated at the marriages, and conducted funeral services over the remains of the following 'persons': Mrs. Malila Wright, Jas. W. Jones, Miss Mary L. Plummer and James Riddeck. Brooklyn. Mrs. Bettie Bridges is still quite sick at her home, 166 South Portland avenue. Dr. E. S. Williams delivered an address to the Boys' Club of the Concord Baptist Sunday School Sunday afternoon. Misses Marie Moseley, Emma Pulley and Jennie Morton of the Brooklyn school for teachers' training, have been assigned to duty as pupil teachers. Mrs. Kda Lee Scott, 40 Bainbridge street, Brooklyn is 2020sled Wednesday morning. She was secretary to the Home Department of the Concord HELP WANTED—FEMALE Girls Ladies Bee 10.00 to 10.50 a day or evening at a place in Art Institute Hartford, CT. Send a letter to Art Institute Hartford, MA. Scalp Treatment. How to Manufacture Different Kinds of Hair. How to Make Hair Extensions. How to Make Hair Extensions, etc. Mine. Do Carroll, an old experienced teacher you these classes in Blue Book. A quick easy, simple method and perform with this system you can start at one on one. If you are friends. If you are desirous of earning more money and becoming independent these courses are only 50%. Send a money order to the IDRAL CO. BEGIN G. M. Y. CITY. Dispense FORMISSED ROOMS TO LET Lodge and small furnished rooms to let in house; heat. Address X, care of N. Y. Ago. PARENT TO RENT FARM to rent at Wyndanch. L. I. Fives Annie Smith. 186 West Street, N. Y. Smith. 186 West Street, N. Y. DEBYS COLLECTED IN NEMORIAM. PERKINSON—In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother, Mrs. Perkinson, our beloved sister, one year Feb. 19, 1917. Gone but not forgotten. Our dear mother and take your rest. God took you home, he thought it best. It was hard indeed to part from them. But God's strong arms supported her. She was still still still. As time flies on we miss her more. She sleeps; we leave her in peace to rest. The parting was painful but God knew best. By her devoted daughter, MISS C. C. PERKINSON. DIED. HILL, Horace—departed this life February 5, 1918 at the residence of his sister, Mary. He was 710 years old; 710 A. M. He was a member of James K. Magill Lodge, 7163, G. U. O. F. Died peacefully was born in Richmond, m. A. M. He lived his last words being, "I am resting in Jesus." He leaves to mourn a wife, mother, two sisters, a brother and other relatives. Baptist: Sunday School for the past ten years. Peter H. Fisher, thirty years clerk of the Concord Baptist Church, underwent an operation in Roosevelt Hospital the past week for an illientment on his neck. He was steadily improving on Tuesday when seen by members of his family. Frank N. Fitzpatrick of Columbia University lectured at the League's Forum on Sunday on "The Education of the Negro in United States." The opportunity for Negroes to receive an education prior to the Civil War, during reconstruction and at the present time was graphically portrayed. In conclusion, speaker forceful urged colored people to make the most of the opportunities afforded for getting an education and to aid others of the race who are less fortunate. Master Fowler performed on the violin, ably assisted by his brother. DELICIOUS NOTICES MOTHER A. M. B. E. ZION CHURCH B. M. B. E. ZION CHURCH. E. W. B. WOEN paster, 19 BST at 11 p.m. Services-11 a.m. and 1.6 p.m. Haily Communities every second Sunday at 1 10 a.m. Sunday school at 1 p.m. Varick Christian Bedford, 8.8. Weekly Meetings Wednesday evening. Praiser Meetings- Wednesday evening. SHARE PRESS. PUBLIC. INVITED. RUSH MEMORIAL A. M. B. E. ZION CHURCH 85-89 W. 12th St. A. A. Crooke, D.D. pastor. Residence, 127 W. 10th St. at 11 A. M. and 5 P. M. Body Communities every first Sunday at 11 A. M. Sunday School, 1:30 p.m. Arch C. M., 6:35 C. Monday, Tuesday evening. All are cordially welcome. ST. MARK'S METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF BROOKLYN BISTROTH Avenue, New York City, Foster, William H. Brooke, D. D. Residence, 127 W. 10th St. 1:45 p.m. Prayer Meeting, Friday evening at 8:30 and Sunday morning at 6 o'clock. Prayer Meeting, Sunday, at 4 p.m.; Thursday evening at 8 o'clock. Epworth League, Sunday, at 8:30 p.m. Junior League, Sunday, at 6:35 p.m. Wednesday evening at 8:30 and Sunday at 1 p.m. Holy Communion, second Sunday evening in each month. Welcome to SALEM METHODIST MISCOPAL CHURCH, 183-4 West 190th Street, the presiding at 11 a.m. and 7:45 a.m., Sunday School, 2.00 p. m., L. B. Johnson, 2.00 p. m., D. N. Thompson, instruction, Lyceum, 4 p. m., Sundays, 5.00 p. m., Wednesday, George W. Allen, president, Perry, President, Classes, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights, and at night, Wednesday, Brotherhood, every Tuesday night, James Geena, president, Holy Communion, Sunday in each month. All are welcome. ST. DAWKS CHURCH, 184 East 1640th Street, New York, Rev. Edward George Cliffman, D. D. Reecker, 112 East 157th floor, Sunday Services, All Seats Free—11 am, Monday, All Seats Free—11 am, Monday, Sunday School, 2.20 p. m.; 5 p. m., evening service. A cordial welcome to all. ST. JAMES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Franklin, M. Hydne, D.D. pastor, Rev. Frank. R. M. Hydne, D.D. pastor, Rev. services each SUMDAY daring 19.11 will be Sunday; day 4: 8 p.m., brotherhood; day 5: school day; 4 p.m., brotherhood; 7 p.m. Christmas; Endevor; 8 p.m., sermon prayer service; 8 p.m., prayer service; Wednesday 4 p.m., Junior Endevor; FRIDAY, 8.10 p.m. Boy's Athletic Association, Boys Boy's Athletic Association, Baptists and Communion of the Lord's Supper at Visitors and strangers are urged to at- tend these services Manse 300 Week-18718 these services Manse 300 Week-18718 Church offices, Harlem 668. UNDERTAKERS BROOKLYN RED GROSS WORK The Liberty auxiliary of the Brooklyn Chapter was organised in June, and has grown to 67 members, under the leadership of Mrs. E. A. Marse. The work is divided into the following committees: the Civilian relief committee, under the chairmanship of Mrs Marilha Lyonne, consists of finding out the needs of soldiers' families and reporting them to the civilian relief office. It has taken the families of the Filtzish Regiment, "Somewhere in France," particularly under its chase, and handled five families in January. It proposes to place a volunteer helper at the disposal of the home service office and pay the expenses of the helper-lieutenant. It holds committees, under the direction of Mrs. C. O. Thomas, has made since October, 61 sweaters and about 49 other knitted articles, as well as 311 comfort hats. A committee on hospital supplies has been started, and Mrs. K. B. Dickens, who has taken the surgical dressings course, is in charge of this department at the hospital away Thursday at 10 a.m. 166 Fleet place. There is also a hospital garment section, which will help filt the Brooklyn allotments of cevaleasant underwear. The Marathon Embroidery Club, under the chairmanship of Mrs. G. W. Stockoff, has donated a bolt of gauze for the dressings as well as assisted the dressing team. 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