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COLUMBIA OPENS IN MARQUE OF COLORED TROOPS On autumn of a bruise down column going to press. The figure is immediately taken this week.—The Publisher. The New York Age HOME EDITION THE LETTERS AS IT IS VOL. XXXII. NO. 24. The National Magazine Weekly. NEW YORK, N. Y., SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 1919. Best Edition—Best Known. PRICE FIVE CENTS First Separate Battalion Not in Washington, D. C., Parade NEGRO REGISTRANTS PRAISED BY CROWDER Heroes of 372nd Said to Have Received Tip Not To Wear Decorations--Refuse to March (Special to The New York Am.) Washington, D. C.—The raade held here on Thursday of last led by white officers. The First 372nd Infantry, was conspicuous Washington, D. C. The race was represented in the big parade held here on Thursday of last week by some 150 colored draftees, led by white officers. The First Separate Battalion, a part of the 372nd Infantry, was conspicuous by its absence. BOSTONIANS GIVE DINNER IN DR. MOTON'S HONOR (Special to The New Year Ann) Boston," MASS.-Dr. R. R. Moton principal of Tuskegee Institute, was the guest of honor Wednesday evening of last week at a dinner given by prominent colored Bostonians at the American House. Coverts were laid for forty. Dr. S. E. Courtney was toastmaster. The speakers were Hon. William H. Lewis, W. H. Reid, Dr. W. N. DeBerry, pastor of St. John's Congregational Church, Springfield; W. S. Braithwaite, Dr. Cassius A. Ward, pastor of Ebenezer Church; E. B. Barco, Dr. D. S. Klugh, pastor of People's Baptist Church, and Dr. Moton The dinner was one of the largest of us kind ever given by the colored citizens of Boston. Those present were Johns C. Westmoreland, J. W. Forbes, Joseph R. Keeble, Albert G. Wolff, William H. Lewis, Dr. S. E. Courtney, Angusius Plumner, I. L. Roberts, E. B. Barco, Nathan Hunt, William C. Matthews, William R. Mobley, William H. Hardy, Charles S. Raysor, Walter O. Taylor, L. M. Holmes, Basil F. Bunlain, William C. Lovett, Peter J. Smith, William O. Armstrong, Lucius S. Hickey, J. R. Ham, Cornelius N. G. Land, William A. Smith, Columbus W. D. Harrison, William L. Reed, D. S. Khigh, Wm. N. DeLorry, R. R. Moton, Walter S. McLane, William S. Braithwaite, Cassius A. Ward, Frank P. Chisiewa, Capt. I. Herman Pryor, John W. Sibley, Alexander W. Wood and C. Hort. Robbins $4,000 FOR WILBERFORCE FOUNDERS' DAY FUND (Special to The New York Am.) Wittmann, Olivia—Secretary C. C. Jenkins announced that Mr. and Mrs. Malone, of St. Louis, Mo., the heads of Puro College, have contributed one thousand dollars to the Founders' Day fund of Wilberforce University. More than four thousand dollars were raised at this occasion. Non-Coms of Headquarter SNOWDEN MEETS DEATH PROTESTING INNOCENCE (Special to Two New York Am.) THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN IS SUPPORTING THE NEW YORK CITY MUSEUM OF ART AND SCIENCE. THE MUSEUM OF ART AND SCIENCE IS A PROJECT OF THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN, AND IT IS A FUNDRAISING SITE FOR THE MUSEUM. THE MUSEUM OF ART AND SCIENCE IS A PROJECT OF THE MAYOR OF BROOKLYN, AND IT IS A FUNDRAISING SITE FOR THE MUSEUM. ANNAPOLIS, Md.—Despite the fact that John Snowden was hanged last Friday for the alleged murder of Lottie Brandon, white, efforts are still being made to unearth evidence that will bring about the arrest and conviction of the real suspect. Snowden died leaving a signed statement protecting his innocence. Governor Harrington had resisted strong pressure to reprieve the man. White and colored believed him innocent and every legal incarnation had been exhausted in his defense. His funeral was held at Mt. Moriah A. M. E. Church near Sunday. According to the story going the rounds, the colored heroes just recently from France refused to take part in the parade as the tip had been given they should not wear their French decorations. Members of the First Separate Battalion had looked forward for weeks to marching down Pennsylvania avenue with medals awarded by the French for exceptional gallantry under fire in full view. So when the impression was given that not a Croix de Guerre would be permitted to be worn the soldiers who are stationed at Camp Meade unanimously agreed not to parade. Thursday, February 27, was set apart here as one of the days long to be remembered, for the city of Washington was to welcome the return of President Wilson and the soldiers of the District of Columbia who had seen service overseas. Seldom has a larger number of people thronged Pennsylvania avenue to witness a parade, which was two hours passing a given point. The colored residents and many white people were disappointed in not seeing the First Separate Battalion in line. CLEF CLUB GIVES BIG DANCE OF THE SEASON At 4 o'clock Tuesday morning they were still going to Manhattan Casino to attend the pre-Lenten concert and reception of the Clef Club Singers and Players. Fully three thousand persons graced the affair with their presence and melody was king. E. Gilbert Anderson was conductor and Marie Wayne, violinist soloist. The high cost of wet goods did not lessen its popularity with those who frown on prohibition, and the way the sparkling water flowed would have made "drys" of the radical sort wax wrothe Deacon Johnson, as usual, wore his broad smile—also evening clothes. Last "Monday evening-Tuesday morning dance" was the biggest success of the season. ters Co., 372nd Infantry. "BIRTH OF A NATION" BAN MADE PERMANENT (Special to THE NEW YORK AM) CHARLTON, W. Va.—The prohibition against the exhibition during the period of the war of the "Birth of a Nation" and similar pictures and plays, put into effect last summer by an order of the Executive State Council of Defense, was continued indefinitely by the legislature Thursday last, when it passed a measure drafted by H. J. Capchart, one of the three colored members of the lower house. The law provides as a penalty not only for exhibiting but also for advertising such pictures and plays a fine of not more than $1,000 and imprisonment in jail of not more than 30 days, the latter at the discretion of the court. WOUNDED HERO WATCHING COMRADES ON PARADE SCOTT SPEAKS ON NEGRO Negro Making Progress in SOLDIER IN CLEVELAND South Carolina and Georgia (Special to The New York Ae) CLEVELAND, O. Hon. Emmett J. Scott, special assistant to Secretary Baker, spoke Monday evening at St. John's A. M. E. Church, at a monster mass meeting held under the auspices of the Cleveland Association of Colored Men. He was given a royal welcome upon his arrival, being met by a committee headed by prominent citizens and highly entertained while here. At the opening of Dr. Scott's address at St. John's A. M. E. Church he referred to the fact that it was this church and at the invitation of the Cleveland Association of Colored Men that the pioneer educator and revered leader of his people, Dr. Booker T. Washington, last spoke in this city. He recalled the great respect the founder of Tuskegee Institute held for this organization, because of the good work it has done and is doing for the advancement of the colored people of Cleveland, as well as for the general WHOLE CAR PROMISED TEXAS TRAVELERS (Special to THE NEW YORK ACE) WASHINGTON, D. C.—President M. W. Dogan of Wiley University and J. R. Sheppard, M. D., of Marshall, Texas, whose presence in the city was reported in the last issue of TIME ACK informed your correspondent that they were highly successful in their protests against traveling accommodations in Texas, which they made to the Federal Board of Railroad Control. Among other things they were assured that they should have a whole car to their vehicles and that it should be equipped with all modern conveniences. BY FRED R. MOORE The only way to tell what people are thinking and doing is to go among them and get in touch with them. This I recently did in a trip through a part of South Carolina and Georgia, going first to Columbia, where I was present at the Educational Congress, held yearly by the Rev. Richard Carroll. Unlike most of our Northern Governors and Mayors, Southern officials take a delight in extending welcome addresses. The Congress was made up of farm Brooks is the successful worker of the ers, ministers, men and women in the Charity Organization. professions from all parts of the State. The Phyllis Wheatley is filling a need. The colored soldiers with their white as a centre for girls. It is on N. W. C. officers from Camp Jackson were present. A. Eines, and has two conscientiousent. The Mayor gave an address of workers. Miss Eva D. Bowles, who re-welcome and turned over the keys of cently visited Columbia, has plans for the city. The colored people of the city have a number of activities. Joe Jackson runs an automobile service and a grocery business. The latter enterprise is looked after by his wife. Hardy & Pinckney conduct a first class undertaking establishment. J. A. Roach, published of the Southern Indicator, also has a meat printing plant. I. S. Levy conducts a first class haberdashery and tailoring establishment and carries a stock valued at about $15,000. He employs a number of women and men as clerks and helpers. Owens & Paul conduct a tailoring establishment and are doing a good business. James H. Goode is the general manager of the Mutual Relief and Benevolent Association. This company has a good focus of clerks and is doing a new business. The North Carolina Mutual of Durham is represented by W. H. Harvey as superintendent and the Royal Drug Store by Dr. A. K. Goodman, proprietor. Love B. Woods is a haberdasher and merchant. There are three first class barber shops. The two hospitals are measured respectively by Mrs. Phragmites and by W. H. P. Powell who also has a special practice. Mrs. R. people are thinking and doing is to with them. This I recently did Carolina and Georgia, going first at the Educational Congress, held oll. Unlike most of our Northern officials take a delight in extend- Brooks is the successful worker of the Charity Organization. The Phyllis Wheatley is filling a need as a centre for girls. It is on Y. W. C. A. Lines, and has two conscientious workers. Miss Eva D. Bowles, who re- cently visited Columbia, has plans for widening its scope. I am told. The Federal government is co-operating with the city in maintaining a home for way- ward girls. The War Camp Community Service has for its secretary J. T. Duncan, who is doing a fine work for the soldiers. He has registered 17,000 soldiers and in co-operation with the Phyllis Wheatley Center many entertainments and games were planned to make our boys happy. Benedict College, under the control of the baptists, is doing splendid work in training men and women. Allen University, supported by the A. M. E. Church, is also doing its part. The two public schools are crowded, and each has a corps of good teachers. The churches are well supported and the ministers of the various denominations are doing their part in building up the community life of the city. The people have nice, comfortable homes, and many are making money and saving R. The Congress decided upon a Memorial Memorial to honor our soldiers, and a committee, with R. W. Wentworth as chair, to raise $4000. Colored Americans Called To Colors Excel All Others in Physical Fitness Test Washington, P. C. Among the feature second report of Provost Marshal General Cro fact that colored registrants made a higher fitness than white registrants accepted for fu Washington, D. C.—Among the features incorporated in the second report of Provost Marshal General Crowder is the significant fact that colored registrants made a higher average for physical fitness than white registrants accepted for full military service. On this subject General Crowder says: "Now Table 53 shows that for every one hundred men examined physically, the ratio of colored men found qualified for general military service was substantially higher than the ratio for white men by just five per cent, viz. 74.60 per cent as against 69.71 per cent. Commenting on "The Negro in Relation to the Draft," General Crowder says: "The part that has been played by the Negro in the great world drama upon which the curtain is now about to fall is but another proof of the complete unity of the various elements that go to make up this great nation. TROOPS EAGER TO DO DANGEROUS WORK During a conference held in Paris recently in which General Pershing and Dr. Moton discussed the fine record of the colored American troops in the world war, the head of the American Expeditionary Forces Passing through the sad and rigorous experience of slavery; ushered into a sphere of civil and political activity where he was to match his endeavors with those of his former masters still embittered by defeat; gradually working his way toward the achievement of success that would enable both him and the world to justify his new life of freedom; surrounded for over half a century of his new life by the specter of that slavedom through which he had for centuries past laboriously toiled; met continuously by the prejudices born of tradition some doubt felt and expressed, by the best friends of the Negro, when the call came for a draft upon the manpower of the nation, whether he would possess sufficient stamina to measure up to the full duty of citizenship, and would give to the Stars and Stripes, that had guaranteed for him the same liberty now sought for all nations and all races, the response that was its due. "How groundless such fears, how ill considered such doubts, may be seen from the statistical record of the draft with relation to the Negro. His race furnished its quota, and uncomplainingly; yes, cheerfully. History, indeed, will be unable to record the fullness of his spirit in the war, for the reason that opportunities for enlistments were not opened to him to the same extent as to the whites. But enough can be gathered from the records to show that he was filled with the same feeling of patriotism, the same martial spirit, that fired his white fellow citizen in the cause for world freedom. "As a general rule he was fair in his dealings with draft officials. That the men of the colored race were as ready to serve as their white neighbors is amply proved by the reports from the local boards." PROMOTION FOR DR. RUFUS S VASS Ravien, X. C.—After all, Dr. S. X. Vass has received good news, although Dr. Urbane E. Bass, his son-in-law, died in France in the line of duty. The glad news comes that his own son, Dr Rufus S. Vass, has been promoted. Captain Vass has served in a field hospital in France, where he has had fine opportunity for surgical clinics. Captain Vass has not received a scratch, though he has been within the enemy range on several occasions. GIVEN TASTE OF GIVEN TASTE OF "DEMOCRACY" Camp Meade, Md.—Returning colored heroes from overseas find that "Jim Crowism" is still rampant in different sections of the country, as the following incident will indicate: A colored officer of the 367th Infantry, known as the "Buffaloes," on the first day he reached camp went into a hostess house for a bite to eat. He was hungry and wanted food, not "social equality." To his great amusement and chagrin he was informed by the white Y. W. C. A. worker that the hostess house was constructed exclusively for white people that he wanted accommodations he would have to go to the colored hostess house which was further down the road. To this Y. W. C. A. worker overseas service stripes or an officer in the uniform of the United States Army meant nothing. To her the color of the officer's skin was the outstanding feature. The colored officer guided the white Y. W. C. A. worker for her name, but it this instance a colored, who had just come on the scene became a party to the argument and indiscriminately demanded that the colored soldier, admin from knowing the hostess house attendant. "You and your cousin have done very well in France, but remember you are in the South now," the colonel is said to have remarked. A colored private who heard the argument made the following comment to an Ac. representative: "It was the worst thing I have ever heard. After we sacrificed what we have for the protection of them (meaning white Americans) this is the benefit we are reaping." The impression is that when colored soldiers who have fought to make the world safe for democracy are insulted and denied sustenance surely on account of the color of their skin that this American policy is pursued by individual hostess women workers and without the sanction of the Y. W. C. A. heads. ing the features incorporated in the General General Crowder is the significant made a higher average for physical accepted for full military service. TROOPS EAGER TO DO DANGEROUS WORK During a conference held in Paris recently in which General Pershing and Dr. Moton discussed the fine record of the colored American troops in the world war, the head of the American Expeditionary Forces referred to the fine capacity exhibited by race fighters for quick training and their eagerness for dangerous work. MAJOR SPENCER WARNS AS TO DECORATIONS Major Lorillard Spencer has found it necessary to address a word of warning to certain members of the old Fifteenth Regiment against the wearing of unauthorized decorations. He says that he has been called upon repeatedly by telephone, by some of these men, requesting permission to wear decorations of one kind or another. He would like it clearly understood that he, or any other officer, has no authority to authorize any decorations whatever. Each soldier should wear only the order or medal properly conferred upon him. The wearing of any other emblem not warranted by army regulations will only serve to make the individual ridiculous and throw discredit upon the record made so notable by this organization. WOUNDED SOLDIERS ENTERTAINED Spartanburg, S. C.-The ladies of the Epiphany Guild entertained at the Epiphany parsonage the wounded colored soldiers from overseas at lunchon Wednesday afternoon, February 5. They served all the good things that go to tickle the palate. The soldiers were very much pleased with the kindness shown them and they interested their bearers with stories of their trench life in France and how they went over the top at Veridim and Chateau Thierry. F "DEMOCRACY" "You and your cousin have done very well in France, but remember you are in the South now," the colonel is said to have remarked. A colored private who heard the argument made the following comment to an Act representative: "It was the worst thing I have ever heard. After we sacrificed what we have for the protection of them (meaning white Americans) this is the benefit we are reaping." The impression is that when colored soldiers who have fought to make the world safe for democracy are insulted and deserved sustenance merely on account of the color of their skin that this American policy is pursued by individual hostage workers and without the sanction of the Y. W. C. A. heads. (Spread to New York and New Denmark, S. C. The Verbose sixth annual Negro Fathers Conference was held Wednesday, February 18, at the Institute Chapel. At 10 o'clock, devotionals accompanied by the school choir, the Rev. T. L. Jones, which the Scripture lesson was read by the Rev. Mr. Myers, Barwell, S. C., followed by prayer by the Rev. I. Hare of Blackville, S. C. R. D. Jecklin, the presiding officer, outlined the general purpose and also of the conference, and gave a neat welcome to the visiting farmers and workers. The remainder of the morning session was devoted to the Bamberg County farmers' reports and statistical information. He also visited Bamberg County, James Oden of Bamwell County and the Rev. Mr. Carmicall were among the visiting farmers who participated in the discussions. There were also a large number of topics of vital importance to the farmers, enthusiastically discussed, and many important and encouraging reports were made by men who had supported the farm in their own land and country and make permanent progress for thematically. After dinner at the Bedford dining hall, the afternoon session was turned over to the exhibition and demonstration by Prof. George W. Carver, head of the Research and Experiment Station at Tuskegee Institute, Alabama. Prof. Carver began his lecture by giving the farmers some wholesome points from him, but asking them intelligent as to the outlook and the great part the farmer is to play during the reconstruction period. On Thursday the third annual workers' conference was held. At 2 o'clock Prof. Robert Shaw Wilkinson, president of State College, Orangeburg, S. C., delivered a strong educational lecture, and brought to the students a progress of our state. His lecture was full of information and inspiration, and gave the workers plenty of "food for thought," a large territory of ignorance and illiteracy in which they could work and help raise the standard of our boys and girls, and establish between them a strong bond. The Alumni Association gave a unique play which was witnessed by a very large and appreciative audience. CITIZEN'S COMMITTEE MAKES REPORT. The total amount of money received by M. Waller French, assistant treasurer for the Citizens' Committee, for the reception of the 15th Infantry, was $155.69, collected $15 follows: $13.33 meeting, $13.33 meeting, $40.26; third meeting, $10; fourth meeting, $11.55; fifth meeting, $6; sixth meeting, February 1, $10; seventh meeting, $5; mass meeting, February 4, $50.83; committee meeting, February 7, $8.40; meeting at Salem Church, $6.65 subsequently received, $0.65; contributed Cullen, February 15, $2. Total, $155.69. Expenditures, $155.50, as follows: Postage, $3.35; printing large sign, $8; advertising, $6; Mr. Burns, for sign removal, $3.50; Mrs. Rudd, for rent of headquarters, $20; telephone, $7; postal cards, $10; signs for mass meeting at New York News, advertising, $5; Amsterdam News, advertising, $5; The Independent, advertising, $6; care of headquarters, $35; Bee Hive Printing Company, $7.50. Total, $155.50. WORK OF PROGRESSIVE PETERSBURG PASTOR (since 1870) PETTSBURG, VA.—Some fifteen years ago when the Rev. John Baptist Brown accepted a call to pastor the Zion Baptist Church, Zion had not been organized long, as the congregation had left the Third Baptist 'Church and established themselves on Byrne street a few years before. This was about twenty years ago, and the Rev. Mr. Brown came as a young preacher, recently graduated from a university in England. He found the church poor in spirit, members and finance. By dine of hard, increasing, intelligent labor Zion is today one of the foremost churches of the city. Its membership is made up of the younger people and those who have migrated to Petersburg. Under Rev. Brown's administration the church has made great progress. It is free from debt and the plans for a modern church have been drawn by L. L. Mrs. Brown, as well as other titles of the church, shares with the Rev Brown the praise for his great success. Mrs. Brown is identified with every constructive effort in the church and is very popular with the city folk generally. Deacon John Allen, a veteran worker and a long-time independent administrator of the Sunday School, often tribued their share too, such men of the younger set as R. L. Tabb, C. W. Graves, Frank Balls and Deacon Robt Valentine; and of the elder men, Norman Featherstone Gilea Evans, deacons, besides Jas. Smith, William Andersom, Albert Bennett and many others. The Rev. Brown is a native of Jamaica, B. W. I., and is quiet and dignified in hearing. LVORAIS WILSON JOHN C. ROBINSON Monday evening John E. Robbinson president of St. Martha's Lycamina, who was a birthday surprise reception in the old Macao Hotel, 213 West 10th street, by the lady owners of the tyrannus, who were assisted by the officers. Many congressional speeches were made in commemoration of Mr. Robbinson's work. Benjamin F. T. Thomas and W. Closse Holloway were teammates during supper. Those present were Nellie B. B. Ponton, president of the usher, who arranged the surprise; Mrs. B. F. Thomas, Mrs. Lillie Rector, Mrs. O. B. Jackson, Mrs. Alice Stone, Misses Camille Harris, Beatrice Twine, Elizabeth Reddick of Engwood, N. J.; Mattle Wattle, Maa Craig and Marshall, Shane Moore, A. A. Craig and Marshall, Reece Russell, Coles, Corporal Harsh, Private James Smith of Engwood; Dr. E. S. Imes, formerly of Detroit, Mich., and James S. Adams. Mr. Robinson was presented a handsome gold fountain pen. INTERDENOMINATIONAL MINISTER'S UNION. Te regular meeting of the Interdenominational Ministers' Union, of New York and vicinity, the Rev. William P. Hayes, president; the Rev. W. Stevenson Holder, secretary, was held in the lecture room of the Mount Olivet Baptist Church at 1 p. m., Moseley above the abode of the president Hayes, Dr. W. A. Byrd of Jersey City presided. The order of the day was an interesting paper entitled "Reconstruction," which was read by Rev. R. M. Bolden, pastor of the Emmanuel Church, New York. The paper provoked a lengthy discussion, at the close of which the presiding officer appointed a committee composed of W. Hobson Lee, Rev. P. Hayes, W. H. Brooks, R. M. Bolden, Dr. W. Byrd, S. H. Bolden, S. Holder, A. C. Powell, G. W. Sims, and E. N. McDouglas, to make arrangements for the launching of a Clerical and People's Convention to be held in the city of New York in the late or early spring. CARLISLE PA CARLISLE, Pa.—Mrs. James L. Jackson of Hampton, Va., was called home by the illness of her father, William H. Jackson. Mrs. James Parker has returned from an extended trip to Virginia, visiting her father. Carl Hodge of Philadelphia and John Snow of Harrisburg were week-end visitors. Charles Cypress of New York was called home by the serious illness of his mother. Mrs. Cypress was the parents of a son. Private James Jackson of the old 15th New York Regiment is home visiting his relatives. He gave a very interesting talk about the soldiers oversea at the Third Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon. Priest William Ramson, who just returned from France, spent the week end with his parents. The anniversary of the Odd Fellows, which was held in Jordan hall, was a big success. Members of the Chambersburg burgage took part and a fine program was rendered. Mrs. Charles Hall of North West street spent the week end in Harrisburg visiting friends. Mrs. Charles Lyton of Harrisburg spent Sunday at son Huntz, North Pitt street. The entertainment given by the members of the Third Presbyterian Church in Jordan's Hall was quite a success. The Rev. W. H. Jackson, East South street, was run down by an auto driven by a country man Saturday evening between 4 and 5 o'clock. He had two ribs broken and some abrasions about the head and face. Mrs. Mattie Ypresse is on the floor. Mrs. Anne Gomez Catwood have moved into their recently purchased. Ed Lumery of Harrisburg, formerly of Carfile, spent Sunday with friends here. Miss J. A. Jordan and Mrs. Charles Grant attended the funeral of Mr. Hall at Harrisburg. An Earnest Discussion OFFICE—Please, your honor, they were discussing the peace settlement.—Baltimore American. THE LATEST THEORY OF FIRST AID IS: That gorme are found on the surface of the skin and scalp most abundantly, the very intelligent person knows it is better to treat gorme, your dorsa, sepsis, tonies and pemphis which destroy germ life rather than those which promote it. STAFF-IMMED BY YEARS MRS. BUNSON HAIR WORKER 19 Presented St. Jorge City, M. J. Leggins, Braided, Bunge, Pumped, Impediments, Sculptures, Sculptural any type, Sculpt Treatment, Embellishment, Hair Dressing, Face Massage, Makeup, Hair Styling, Hair Extensions, Laceings taught in Hair work, Dress award, Mature adult permitted. is generally recognized that the hospital is greatly needed. There are in evidence the usual facti- tions, but many of the, the leading citi- men have come to the realise that to get results they must have harmony. A banquet was given to visitors at the closet of Conference. Five Homes at Sumter. I next visited Sumter and was the guest of R. W. Westbury, who is engaged in many enterprises, and has a fine home. I spoke in the A. M. E. Church and at the Baptist-College. The people own much valuable property and have a number of little business enterprises. My trip took me into the farmers owning from ten to 2,000 acres, owning from two miles up to 100 miles, owning from twenty bales of cotton to 5,000 bales, worth from $1,000 to $100,000; having in the white banking houses from $1,000 to $30,000 and more. Jonas Thomas, of Bennettville, is in partnership with one of the leading white men, and Thomas took down his portion last year of $50,000. Mr. McCall, the white partner, thinks Mr. Thomas the biggest man in the world. Mr. Thomas knows how to grow cotton. Mr. McCall knows how to sell it, and so does Mr. Thomas, who knows when to and to buy males, too. Thomas knows how to buy males, too. Thomas knows how to own a block opposite City Hall, and Thomas motors out to his farm each evening after he has collected all the dollars he can, and is up-bright and early to start his hands to work, to grow or pick more money. Plans for a State bank to be capitalized at $30,000 were started at Florence with the R. W. R. Thomas, the R. Sawyer, and Dr. J. R. L. McMahon promoters. Mrs. Walton is the head of a movement for a sanatorium. J. E. Coleman runs a unique, shoe repairing establishment, well equipped. He buys second hand shoes, so he can afford for himself to sell to colored and white customers. Voorhaas Haa Reem to Develop. I went to Voorhees School at Denmark and spent two days. This school is splendidly located as an educational centre and has plenty of room to grow and develop. It has 300 students who come from eight States, a good corps of teachers and is supervised by Martin A. Menafee, whose first wife organized and started the school. Prof. Jesse O. Thomas was principal for a year. Mr. Menafee and his wife, Mrs. Thomas, who is the domestic school teacher, and Mrs. McGwyn, the matron, were most courteous and made my visit very pleasant. needs a principal to help Mr. Menafee, and with proper co-operation it has a great future. It is to be hoped that there will be a getting together for the larger usefulness of the school. I then went to Augusta to visit one of the greatest preachers in the race, Dr. C. T. Walker, a great big man, as broad as he is lit up by lighten by the people around him. He is an institutional church at a cost of $125,000, and when completed there will be none like it anywhere. With everything Dr. Walker wants, this church will be a monument to his constructive genius. The people are rallying to help him finish it this year. It will well worth the effort, as it is needed. I had the pleasure of speaking in the finished part to a crowded audience and spoke in the evening at: Rev. C. L. Bonner's church. I also visited the C. T. Walker School and Payne College. Both institutions are doing excellent work. The Payne College has just started a $1,000,000 campaign for the purpose of enlarging their plant. They are backed by the C. M. E. Church. The colored people of Augusta are showing progress and planning to do more in a commercial way this year. They have the spirit and understand the common civic duties and have been to meet will help solve the problem. They realize that it will certainly produce and give jobs to the educated and trained Negro boy and girl. Dr. C. T. Walker is asking his friends to help, if only with a dollar "to buy a brick." I then returned to Darlington to be present at the closing educational congress. This conference, which was held in the Macedonia Baptist Church, of which I was a member, had a repetition in interest of the one held in Columbia and the mass meeting at Florence. Most of those present at those meetings, came from the rural sections. Many interesting experiences were told. Some of the leading white people were in fact, meetings were held by white people at which coloured people spoke. Miss Lacy Laney, of Haynes Institute, Augusta, spoke at the City Hall and was given a fine reception. Many of the white people came over to the Rev J. E. Kirkland's church in the evening and expressed themselves as pleased with the speaking and willing to cooperate, to stamp out lawlessness. A square deal was insisted upon by the colored speakers, better education and better education. The whites' recognition the justice of the law was observed. The white people were told that neither did not know the Negro, that neither one had told the other the truth, and now was the time for a better understanding. In 'my travels I goepe to over 10,000 people and just as freely as I would in the North. In fact, more so, for in the South the problem is I found many consciences but a lot of worthless ones—many banners among so-called leaders and a goodly number of them graffiti. The people expressed themselves as wanting valiant leaders and teachers. Not many talked about the war and returning soldiers. Many ride too much. Some of the so-called, preachers are moral leeches on the people, some of them whisky sons; some of them are the right kind of leaders have a solidend opportunity to get the confidence of their men and women and show them the way to be a successful life, for everyone, is to be shown. The feeling is that the other fellow in not listening to you, so I'll work three days and spend another a few more days, buy an automobile, break a contract and police - ride and just ride. The "Jim Crow" car in a future to many and a mission to others. My observations, however, was that a change in sentiment is comming. The people in many places are carers to the things that help to develop. Many of the people lacking in proper environment for their children is the work on social organizations, church organs in many instances are antiquated, backward religious services. The teaching force in many of the schools could do better and more effective work: A larger interest in the proper development of the boy and girl is needed. Parents' men and girls' clubs would be needed. My advice to those who talk and criticise our people is to occasionally go down South and say some of the things they talk up here to those who need it in the South. Go and see the people who need advice and are inspired by your presence. The teachers of South Carolina are most hospitable. In Darlington I was the guest of Mrs. Brown. In Florence Dr. and Mrs. J. S. Levy entertained me at their beautiful residence. At Voehmees I was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Memafee, and at Augusta, Ga., the Rev. C. T. Walker entertained me. SPRINGFIELD MASS SPRINGFIELD, MASS.—Since the arrival last Thursday of a dozen or more Springfield young men from the battle field, the nation's quite a military aspect. The hearts of parents, relatives and friends are jubilant, because of the safe and sound return of these men, all of whom have been the most splendidly during this entire ordeal. The following are the Springfield soldiers who arrived home: Huger, David Douglas Johnson of Company L, 372nd U. S. Infantry; Private Arie Page of the same Company; Private John Phremmer, Everett Harris, Herbert Faggs, Cephas Hoose, Frank Simmons, Willie Harris, Harry Myers and Allen Webster of Company M, 372nd Infantry. All of these men did valiant fighting in the Argonne Forest, Vanguards, at碣陵 and the Champagne Front. Forinth, they were killed in the Battle of Sept. 26 to Oct. 5, they were on the firing line in Alaise. One Springfield soldier was killed, he being Corp. Harry Wright of Co. M, 372nd Infantry. Twenty-five years ago a colored student in the high school of Springfield was almost a "curio." Even today we feel at times that the colored boys and girls do not avail themselves of the spicadid high school facilities of the city, for probably would be an owever, for it probably would be an owever, for the population, Springfield other cities in this line of effort. At the central high are Asita Burr, Lois Waller, Marion Taylor, Geraldine Webster, Frances Stewart, Andrew Jackson, Reginald Funn, Emmond Johnson, L. Frye and Evelyn Gray. At the Technical high is found the largest number. They areAYay Griassen, Hortense Frane, Wilhelm Frane, Evelyn Gray, Estella Burr, Estella Frazer, Mabel Hawkins, Ernest, Frazer, Lawrence Bolden, Eddie Johnson, Katherine Frazer, Marley James and John Burr, the last three being in the senior class. At the Commercial High we are represented by Carl Yaeger, A. Elliot, Proyton Hayes, Robson, Evania Hishua, Helen Ryder, Elizabeth Yaeger, Grace Ryder, Mr. and Mrs. George Frazer lead "all the -est-," with three children, all in the high school. Another thing for which we may feel duly proud is the considerable number of Springfield folk who are doing educational work abroad. They are Miss M. C. work, Washington, M. C. capital, Hampton, Virginia; George W. Johnson, instructor at Moorhouse College, Atlanta; May May E. Phillips, Y. M. C. a. work, Washington, D. C.; Miss Elizabeth Dougal, Miss Helen Gray, public schools, Baltimore; Miss Mattie C. work, Washington, M. C. palazier, teacher, Virginia Normal and Collegiate Institute, Petersburg; Miss Olive Freeman, domestic science, Chester, Pa. The city contributes as students to other schools this year Miss Gladys N. C. work, Washington, M. C. and Misses Charlotte DeLerpri, Alice Phare at Fisk University, Nashville. Sunday evening, the 9th, will be soldiers' night at St. John's Church, under the auspices of the Young Men's Class. The soldiers recently returned from the war, and the teachers. Special music will be rendered. Miss Florence Warner of Quincy street, has accepted a position in the State Tuberculosis Sanitarium at Marshalltown, Del. Miss Warner left Saturday to take up her new work. Mrs. Gertrude Girideau-Ackerley of New York, the great of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Girideau of Kingstown, Copies of The Ace may be secured on Friday or Saturday at Adams, 150 Eastern avenue; Byrd's shop, upper Main street, and Garner's grocery store, Quincy street. Cups for Clean-up Campaign WASHINGTON, D. D.—Allen W. Clark, chairman of the National "Clean Up and Print Up" campaign, has just written Emmett J. Scott announcing his willingness to award three cups again this year to the cities entitled to them under regulations to be promulgated in connection with the celebration of Negro Health Week. "There is another reason why I feel it is a particular pleasure and honor to come to Cleveland at this time—because it is the home of that splendid gentleman who has served so efficiently as Secretary of War, and the great American nation has ever lived in its entire history as a Republic. I need not tell you that I refer to the Hon. Newton D. Baker, Secretary of War, with whom I have been associated during the past seventeen months in the national capitol as special assistant, endeavoring to look after the welfare of the colored citizens and of colored Americans." "With respect to Washington to serve with him, Secretary Baker emphasized the fact that no political significance was to be attached to the work I was to be called upon to perform; and, during all the months I have served in the War Department, neither directly nor indirectly, has any political suggestion arisen in connection with the work I was to do for the cause I have been attempting to serve—from the very beginning." The speaker called attention to the fact that the total number of colored men engaged in the war was approx. 100,000. They were commissioned officers. They were represented in every branch of the military service, and while our men constituted but 8 per cent. of the total registration, 15 per cent. of the men who were engaged in the collar under the draft were members of the Negro racial group. MUSIC SCHOOL SETTLEMENT NOTES To all friends and well-wishers of the Music School Settlement and to those who supported so loyally our recent production of "The Pride of Race" greetings, our hosts are cleared away and the casual list is about all in, we want to make a statement to you of the result. We cannot refrain, however, from saying a word in appreciation of the wonder of our efforts. It was no small thing to leave your homes at an hour when most people were retiring to them and sit through three hours of a show unrelieved by song or dance, and give generous applause to theatristic effort of a dramatic company for the most part awesely amateur. It was a fine performance you gave and the Mask and Wig Club enjoyed it as much as you enjoyed their attempt to find a thousand bites at which to carp, but this much they will admit, nobody in that vast audience left until the fall of the last curtain. Therefore, we gained our objective, we pleased those whom we came to please them due to And. And that it outweighed the well tried again, and our next offering will be comic opera. We wish also to thank the management of the Lafayette Theatre, Robert Levy and the Elite Amusement Co. for their assistance, and Cuddy, the house manager, for his advice and assistance. It is not amiss we trust to make public thanks to Mme. Lelia Walker Robinson for allowing us unrestricted use of her home for our rehearsals. The players who worked so hard and sacrificed so much to the end that the show might be a success we take the opportunity publicly to thank you. You were a grand "bunch" from start to finish, and to all other members of the team we extend thanks. Statement, as follows: Cash sale of tickets—Nora E. Johnson; $320; Odessa Warren, $262.75; Associated Barber Shop, $112.50; Beauty Shop, $132.50; Gertrude Trucker, $152; Laura Williamson, $40; general admissions, $126.35; cash donations, $103.41. Total, $1,249.51. Disbursable Interest—Interstate Advertising Agent, $20; Lafayette Theatre, for stage crew, rehearsal, doorman and fireman, $7.108; orchestra, $30; expense of production, $128.30; advertisement in Challenge, $8. Total, $437.38. Actual cash, $18.12; impaid subscription from appeal at entertainment, $37. Grand total, $49.13. 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He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Chas, Norton, and father, Josh Price of Laceyville; sisters and niece, Florence Sampson, Anne, Arthur Harry, Layton, Walter and William. At Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday morning the Rev. J. M. Evans completed his talks on the Ten Commandments. At 8 p.m. the Rev. R. French Hurley left. "Ye Teary With Me One Hour?" The Lord's supper was administered. The services at the Pine Street Baptist Church were largely attended last Sunday. In the evening the communion was administered. Many Scranton folk attended the concert given by the Mother of the Church last Thursday night in Concordia Hall. Mrs. Conger Davis, an African missionary, will speak to the members of Bethel next Sunday night. Thirty-six men attended the men's meeting last Sunday afternoon at Bethel, at which the Rev. R. French Hurley and the Rev. R. French Hurley and the Rev. Mr. Dixon of Pittston addressed the men. YOUNGSTOWN, O. YOUNGSTOWN, O.-John Payne, age 44, died at the county infirmary Sunday. He was born in Georgia. Mrs. Rodger Ogborn of Foster street entertained at a dinner and theatre party in the town of Glenwood. Tower, Minn. Mrs. Hazel Smith of Glenwood avenue is ill. Oliver, son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Brown, is improving after his illness. The Coleridge-Taylor Choral Society meets Tuesday morning. Elizabeth Banks died at her home, 215 Penn avenue, after a long illness, age 58 years. She was born in Virginia and is survived by two sons, John Banks and the Rev. M. Banks. The daughter of the Mr. and Mrs. John Banks, and very ill Mrs. Gina Willis, 240 East. It is able to be out after her long illness. Mrs. Alice Black of West Lincoln avenue, who has been ill, shows some improvement. Elizabeth, daughter, of Mr. and Mrs. D. R. Lynch, Kendall avenue, is ill at her home. Charles Sims, son of Mrs. Margaret Sims of Larrington, arrives from Camp Grant, Ill, where he has been stationed since last August, Mrs. Margaret Crawford of Earl avenue, who underwent an operation, is at St. Elizabeth Hospital getting along nicely. Mrs. Raymond Smith of Glenwood avenue, who has been critically ill in the City Hospital, shows slight improvement. Mrs. Raymond Smith of forces in France, has been summoned. Mrs. Hazel Smith, who has been ill, is better. The Amanda Smith W. C. T. U. held an important meeting in the C. C. E Friday Mrs. Julia Holland of East Trout street is able to be out after her fitness. Mr. and Mrs. Pindexter of street and street stretcher a number of friends with a whist party. Lunch was served by the hostess. Thomas Thompson, 774 Poland avenue, is much improved after his illness. Arthur Lynch and Golden Darby of Pittsburgh were in the city last week. Arthur Murray and Mrs. C. Focus presided at the announcement of Murray, Sharon line, in honor of Mrs. Thomas Taylor of Tower, Minn., and Mrs. Nash of Richmond, Va. The afternoon was a delightful one spent in social chat and music. Mrs. Ghant Garfield street, who has been ill, Garfield street, who has been ill, son of Mrs. Westlandor, West Boardman street, is somewhat improved after his illness. The Washington Dunbar A. C. one of the fastest baseball teams in the eastern part of Ohio, has notified Capt. Shaw to get his team on their tour. Capt. Shaw is 809 West, Federal street, in manger. Wallace Bogress of Canada is the guest of his sisters. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Lonesome celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary Friday from 2 to 4. There was a large attendance and they were numbered of useful and beautiful guests. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Strange of Milwaukee, Wis., and Wallace, Boggress of Canada were among the guests. Great Creeks for several Spines the ditch. 35- and 40c. The Wonderful Woodland. 40c. 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Y. Poughkeepsie, N. Y.—Miss Helen Smith, of 3 Pershing avenue, is on the sick list. Benjamin Powell, of New York City, is spending a few days in our City. Mrs. C. Alston, mother of Mrs. Hugh Mayfield, who has been spending the winter here, has returned to Raleigh, N. C. Chas. Bradford, who has been ill at Vassel Hospital, died on Sunday, and was buried from his residence, 96 North Clinton street, on March 6. John Powell and wife, of Boston, were the guests of Jas. T. Powell, of 376 Mill street, the past week. Mrs. Helen Johnston, of 3 North Clinton street, is on the sick list. Mrs. Laura Sharp, wife of Noah Sharp, of Fallkill avenue, died February 24 and was buried on March 3 from the Baptist Church. LEROY. M. Y. LaRoy, N. Y.—A very large, and appreciative audience turned out to the Presbyterian Church to hear a fine program, composed of artists of both races, February 26. The main feature was the singing of T. Lloyd Hickman, baritone soloist of St. Paul, Minn., who is now pursuing a course in the Rochester Theological Seminary. Mr. Hickman was accompanied by Mrs. John G. Lee, organist of Zion A. M. E. Church, and assisted by local talent, the Misses Marcourt and Dorothy Gillett, pianists, and Mrs. E. M. Scheu, violin soloist. Mr. Hickman has a wonderfully sweet-tone, rich and cultivated baritone voice and a very pleasing personality. His program consisted of miscellaneous French songs and Negro spiritual melodies. Mrs. Scheu beautifully rendered "Souvenir" by Franz Schon Rosmarin by Fritz Schon followed by an encore. The Mrs. Scheu played two duets from followed by an encore. The music given under the auspices Second Baptist Church. The were $29.75. ALBANY. N. Y N. Y.—A reception and dinner Wednesday evening at the headquarters for Sergeant Johnson and twenty-five other A large number attended the J. N. Hawkins was presiding speeches were made by Assem-Hawkins and J. W. Thompson ester. There was music by E. Colos by Mrs. J. Hawkins and Ker. Ladies of the Red Cross Women's Auxiliary served re- J. Jonathanian Lodge 712, G. U. O. began the celebration of their twenty-three anniversary by having their anniversary sermon preached to them Sunday evening at Israel A. M. E. Church by the pastor, the Rev. Gumbs. About fifty of the order attended in a body, and the remainder of the church was filled by the congregation. Mrs. Bessie Armes of Cambridge, Mass. is the guest of Mrs. W. H. Evans of Orange street and will sing at the diamond in the celebration of the G. U. O. O. Mrs. Armes sang a sacred song during evening. H. P. La Tire, after spending three days and a half in Albany in the state city at the capitol, has been succeeded by a Democrat and has returned to his home in Kingston, N. Y. M. Mrs. J. Davies of Jefferson street, is still quite ill, J. W. Price, after spending a few days at home last week, has returned to Florida. The Rev. S. H. V. Gumbs will spend a few days at his home in Florida. Mrs Priscilla Randolph wishes to announce her appointment as cosmetician for Storver Custom Made Corset Co., makers of corsets and accessories, and will be glad to show you the many advantages of the highly scientific, yet the last word in style and comfort goods. Write 49 S. Hawk street or call Main 613-8-Jady. OUT OF TOWN CORRESPONDENCE GLOVERSVILLE, N. Y. Gloversville, N. Y. A party was given by Mr. and Mrs. William Dawson at their home in honor of their son Bugler William Dawson, who has just returned home from oversea. He has been honorably discharged after serving with the old 15th Regiment. A baby contest and concert was given at the A. M. E. Zion Church under the aunpies of the stewardesses board. Arthur Leggina, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Leggina, received the highest number of votes! A pleasing concert was rendered by the younger set under the direction of Mrs. Harry Clark of Washington, D. C. GLEN COVE N. Y. GLEN COVE, N. Y.—A large number of the old 15th boys returned here last week. We are looking for the "Buffalo's" next. The Helping Hand Club will give a debate at the First Baptist Church on Thursday, the 13th. The Rev. R. I. Gaines preached at the A. M. E. Church in Oyster Bay last Sunday afternoon. His deacons and a goodly number of his members accompanied him. The Rev. D. Cincore-preached at Calvary A. M. E. Church last Sunday. The Rev. Lawrence and his people had a good time all day. A platform meeting will be held by the women at the First Baptist Church on the third Sunday in this month, conducted by Mrs. Bullocks of Jamaica. YONKERS, N. Y. YONKERS, N. Y.--The services at the Metropolitan - Institutional A. M. E. Zion Church were impressive and inspiring both morning and evening last Sunday. The holy sacrament was administered at the evening service by the Rev. Grady, the pastor. The Sunday school at the afternoon hour was largely attended. An extensive review was, given by Superintendent J. Banner classes in finance were No. 1 and 5. Miss Lurciea Madison of New York attended the evening service at the Metropolitan Zion Church. Miss Gertrude K. Banks of Darlen County, united friends and relatives in Yoruba Friday and Saturday. Sergeant J. Ounissu visited his wife, Mrs. Alice Dunn, 20 Culver street, last week. Sergeant and Mrs. Dunn were the guests on friends in Port Chester last Sunday. Miss Helen Mann, daughter of Mrs. Mrs. Mann of Riverdale avenue and Culver street, was married last week. The Sunday school class of Mrs. Carry Richardson met at her home last Friday. Mrs. Richardson is proving herself to be an efficient teacher. ELMIRA. N. Y ELMIRA, N. Y.—Services at the Douglass Church were largely attended Sunday evening. Eighteen united with the church. The offering was $21. The Rev. J. A. James, who has assisted the Rev. L. L. Woods the past four weeks in a successful revival which closed last Friday evening, returned to his home Saturday. The Presiding Elder, Rev. J. H. Ellison, spent a few days at his home, 311 East Fifth street, the past week. Mrs. Herbert La Shea died Saturday evening, after a short illness, at the home of her sister, Mrs. Joseph Thompson, 715 Dickinson street. Mrs. Sarah Johnson of East Clinton street, who has been ill several weeks is improving. Her sister, Mrs. Carrie Shepherd of New York City, is taking care of her. Mr. and Mrs. Simeon L. Fitch entertained the Revs. J. A. James and L. L. Woods Thursday at five o'clock dinner. Mr. and Mrs. John H. Wilson, 423 Standish street, entertained at luncheon Friday evening the Revs. J. A. James and L. L. Woods, Mr. and Mrs. George T. Brooks and daughter, Katherine, and P. C. James. MAMAMARONECK, N. Y. MAMAMORECK, N. Y—Mrs. Lena Brown of Mamaroneck avenue spent Sunday, in Newark, N. J., visiting her sister. Mrs. Rebecca Taylor of Franklin street left for Richmond, Va., after receiving the sad news of the death of her father, which occurred February 28. Mrs. Eva Bizzard is ill at the home of her mother, Mrs. Miller, on Franklin street. William Brooks and family have removed from Franklin street to Grand street. UTICA, N. Y. UTICA, N. Y.-At the Hope Congregational Church Sunday morning the Rev. R. J. Strother administered the Lord's Supper and occupied the pulpit in the evening, taking for his subject, "Codar Christians." He showed how we as Christians start growing and come to a standstill. Richard Frank, "Bobby" Dale and Fay Bunut are among the returned soldiers, who have their old positions back at a local hotel. Miss Jeannette Ferruz entertained Gus Atkins and Ernest Frank at her home on Whiteboro street. They were members of the old 15th. Mrs. Libby Frank of Whiteboro street, who has been very sick, is much improved. Miss Lacy Robinson of Catherine street is spending a few days at Holland Patent. Miss Laura Moss gave a concert and cakewalk at the Clayville Opera House last Monday evening. The house was crowded. Hope Chapel is preparing to install a pipe organ by Easter. ROCHESTER N Y ROCKETTER, N. Y.—The Fortnightly Sewing Circle met with their president Mrs. W. Henry Green, at her residence, 125 Ford street, last Thursday. After the business, a toothsome dinner was served by the hostess. The Auxiliary Patriarchity Club will hold a dance March 13. Mr. Harry Beltt is able to be out again after an attack of pneumonia. The evening of song given at Zion Church last Thursday was a National and local symposium. Mrs. J. Tavon was directress; Mrs. L. Lee, named Mr. N. L. Hall of Preston; N. J., serving her son, N. K. Balf, 120 Copeland street; Mr. and Mrs. W. Henry Green entertained Dr. J. D. W. Jones, and Miss Katherine Board, Mrs. R. L. Kerr dinner last Sunday. Miss Marie French of Princeton, N.J. was the guest of Mr. and Miss Jones A. Stirring, 127 Copeland street, W. Derham, 40 Cypress street, haven appointed substitute mail clerk The Adkins Club met with Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Herndon last Friday evening prize for ladies was won by Mrs. J. Lee; first prize for gentlemen, Christine Ealing. Edward S. Holmes won the booby prize. A dainty repast was served. Calvin Ball was united in marriage to Miss Marie French of Princeton, February 28th. The Rev. A. S. Maves officiated. Dr. E. D. W. Jones returned from New York City last Sunday morning and preached two forceful sermons, collection for the day was $64. One person joined the church. Miss Kathrine Beard has returned from a two weeks' visit to New York City and Hartford. Mr. and Mrs. Archie Tullman of Augusta, Ga. are stopping with Mrs. Robert L. Kent. Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Williamson are guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Jamison, 38 Danforth street. A committee of colored citizens, composed of men of the three churches, Sunday schools and from the eleven fraternal organizations, are planning to give our soldiers a grand reception. Harry Brooker of Elmira was the guest of Miss Elsie Townes last week. For RENT—Five furnished rooms. 4 Waverley Place. Apply to Mrs. J. G. Lee, 108 Garson avenue.—adv. Terry Boyden entertained the Misses Bertha and Gertrude Mines and Samuel Latimore at dinner at the rose room Saturday evening. A number of the younger set passed a pleasant evening last Friday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Mines, who entertained in honor of the birthday of their daughter, Gertrude. ITHACA. N. Y. IYRACA, N. Y.-Geo. A. Johnson, one of the oldest residents and business men of the city, died at his home on Cayugua street February 27. He was 84 years old. He leaves a wife and two children, Miss Jessie Johnson and Bert Johnson. At A. M. E. Zion Church last Sunday evening the Rev. J. H. Johnson filled the pulpit morning and evening. The Sunday School, under the leadership, of Supt. E. Foster, is making marked improvement. Communion was observed in the evening. Mrs. Ola Wells, West Green street, entertained at breakfast February 27, in honor of Mrs. Geo. T. Smith of Pittsburgh. Covers were laid for eight. The oyster supper given at Calvary Baptist Church February 28 of the W. H. F. Missionary Society was well patronized and a neat sum, realized. Services at Calvary Baptist Church were well attended all day. The Rev. R. B. Hughes, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church, in the evening delivered a stirring sermon. The B. Y. P. U. held its regular session with R. Robinson, president. The topic, "Obeying," was well prepared. Little Esther. Taylor, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Taylor, South Plain street, was drowned last Sunday evening while attempting to cross the ice on Lake Beebe. Mrs. L. M. Laskin of Philadelphia is the guest of Mme. Bertha E. Perry, 522 West Green street. Mrs. Gao. T. Smith of Pittsburgh is the guest of Meadames Washington and Williams, 112 Cleveland avenue. Mrs. Martha Smith has returned from Montreal, Canada, where she went to attend the funeral of her daughter. Mrs. Marston Hall. E. Washington, 112 Cleveland avenue, is improving rapidly from her illness. The Rev. W. White, pastor Calvary Baptist Church, is sick at his home on North Albany street. Lighten Your Dark Skin RACE MEN AND WOMEN PROTECT YOUR FUTURE BY USING BLACK AND WHITE OINTMENT. BY MAIL 25c. SEE WHAT IT DID FOR VIOLA STERLE If you send $1.00 for four boxes of Black and White Ointment a 25c cake of Black and White Soap included free. Address Plough Chemical Company, Memphis, Tenn Black and White Ointment and everywhere. representing us. Apply for territory and special deal. Black and White Ointment provides a chance for you to make a good living. No experience required. Black and White Ointment sells fast and easy. PORTCHESTER. N. V PORTCHESTER. N. Y.-The Bethesda Baptist Church is preparing to move into its newly acquired home. 136 William street, by the second Sunday in March. Private Charlie Frances, Jr. of the 369th Infantry, formerly the old Fifteenth, has returned to his home on Pearl street. He was twice wounded and once gassed. Frank Husted has returned to his home on West Broadway. He was with the 370th Infantry, formerly the 8th Illinois, with the S. O. S., Service of Supply. Eugene Martin, a member of the 369th, has returned to his home in Harrison. He was twice wounded and once gassed. ROSSVILLE N. V Rossville, N. Y.-Sunday at the A. M. E. Zion Church at 10.45 general class was held, lead by the Rev., J. M. Branch. In the afternoon the Rev. Boyd of Brooklyn, N. Y., preached to a large congregation. The Lord's Supper was administered, assisted by the Reva. Lewis Roach, James Decker and Robert Landin. In the evening the Rev. Boyd gave another forcible sermon from Matt. xxviii. 28. Julius Nelson joined the church. Evangelistic services will be held during the week. Jos. Douglas of New York City, entertained a large audience on last Tuesday evening with violin and piano selections. Miss Bessatrice Landin entertained at dinner Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Wm. A Ladin and daughter, Winifred, of Perth Amboy. Private Albert Hammon of the 30th Infantry, and Musician Harold James of the old 15th are home from France and honorably discharged. Mrs. Ada Brown is out after a short period of illness. Mrs. Addie Henman and daughter Florence, visited in Perth Amboy. Mrs. Rachel Forsburg of New York City recently visited her parents Richardson spent the weekend at Asbury Park. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stewart entertained in dinner Sunday the key, J. M. Browne, and Colley of Tontville were invited Sunday afternoon at the A. M. Zion Church, Mrs. Lena Bishop spent Tuesday with Mrs. Lung Coulley of Tottville. NEWBURGH, N. Y. Newburgh, N. Y.—Miss Julia James son of Smith street has returned from Waterbury, Conn. Ex-Congressman G. W. Murray will lecture in Newburgh on April 2. The Busy Bee Club of the Baptist Church, Mrs. E. N. McDaniels, president, will give a pink tea on March 17 at 77 Smith street. An entertainment is announced for March 17 by the Wayfarers Club, Mrs. M. Rose, president. The Boy Scout Troop of Newburgh will give their first public entertainment on March 28. Miss Helen Hawkins spent a week with her parents in Washington, D. C. A concert was given on Thursday evening by the Dunbar Club, John F. Monroe, president. Master Lloyd Waterbury, the boy violinist, was the chief attraction. An annual tea and cake sale will be held by Club No. 1, Mra. M. Devoe, president, Tuesday, March 11. The church clubs and societies are all in for winning the new trustee's victory banner. Isaac Thompson of Chambers street died last Monday morning, after an illness of only a few days. He leaves one daughter to mourn his loss. He was buried from Zion Church on Wednesday. The Revs. E. N. McDanele and H. J. Williams conducted the services. Mrs. E. Robinson and Mrs. Hanna Keyser attended the funeral of Robert Parker of Cornwall last Thursday. The Rev. E. N. McDaniels preached at both services at the Elenezer Baptist Church last Sunday. The attendance was good. At the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday morning the Rev. Mr. Vigail of Hackensack. N. J. preached. Mr. Floyd of the same place delivered an excellent address to the Sunday school. At the evening service the Rev. H. J. Williams preached on "The Devotion of Woman." The new Stewardess board No. 2 was installed. Words of advice were given to the new stewardess by President Bailey of the trustees and Mrs. M. J. Timmtock, president of board No. 1. SYRACUSE, N. V. SYBRACUN, N. Y.-On Thursday afternoon, the Razor R. Wilson a residence, Minne M. Make Adda and Dolphin Leonard were quite married Master Gay Lippins was in Auburn Thursday, attending the K. P. reception. The play, entitled, "A Trip to Monolouis," was recited Friday evening. A; the A. M. E. Zion Church Sunday the Culture Congress held its regular meeting with a large attendance. Miss Margaret Brown" had the program. Turners' orchestra gave two selections. Shiller Nichols gave a talk on "The Present Condition - of Hayti;" Miss Edith Johnson, reading and Mrs. W. C. Anderson, vocal solo. Ed. Ponds of Walnut avenue, is able to be out, after suffering some weeks with the flue. The 3rd degree was worked on a class of Ouondaga Lodge No. 32, F. and A. M., last Thursday. Mrs. Percy Washington of Schenectady was visiting her aunt, Mrs. T. E. Hazzard, 706 Orange steret. On the jack list are: Mrs. Walter Frank, Mrs. Sarah Williams, Mrs. J. Hardee, Mrs. Mary Johnson, Carl Jackson. Little Geo. Manon who has been ill, is out again. The Syracuseans who attended the K. of P. Ball at Auburn, were Mrs. Geo. Titus, Miss Beatrice Wilson, Davie Davis, Guy Lippins, Ray White. John J. Greene of Baldwinville; departed this life Sunday last and was buried from the home of his son, Nelson Greene, 302 Cedar street. He is survived by another son, Norman Greene, of Baldwinville, a sister-in-law, Miss Nellie Matthews. Miss Hope B. Deforest of Utica is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Lena Ayers, (60) Taylor street, Mrs. Maggie Hall of Watertown, was in the city last week to attend the funeral of her brother-in-law. Randolph Leonard, 507 Harrison street, has accepted a position at the Baltimore Lunch. Mr. Carter of Auburn, was in the city Friday. Little Marion Warren celebrated his 18th birthday Saturday. A number of young people enjoyed games and daring. A charity collation was served. Mrs. Nelson Greene, a Red Cross canteen worker, who has been in New York during canteen work and also working on the pier at Hoboken, N. J., and in the W. C. C. S. Booth No. 15, has returned to the city for a few days. Mrs. Greene is a volunteer worker and has been thus engaged ever since the call was issued. BORDENTOWN. N. J. Poketowns, N. J. - The Bordentown Quartet returned from a concert in Plainfield Friday. The Glee Club will give two concerts in Trenton this month. Eugene Francis Mikell, bandmaster of the famous "Fifteenth" band, visited the Bordentown school on Monday, March 3. He told the students some of his experiences in France with the band, and mentioned particularly the great reception the French people tendered it. It is hoped that Mr. Mikell will be able to resume his position at the school. Carter G. Woodson, author of the "Journal of Negro History," will address the Trenton Study Center Saturday, March 8, at the school. On Washington's Birthday, George E. King addressed the faculty and student members of the Agricultural Association. The Association was founded by N. A Murray, the teacher of agriculture. Tuskegee Institute Summer School for Teachers June 9 through July 18, 1919 Courses in Literary and Industrial Subjects. Feb. 23-4 m WANTED! ONE HUNDRED MEN or more, not under 16, as students to join the RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS at the A. & T. College, and take courses, including, MILITARY SCIENCE AND TACTICS, leading to degree of Bachelor of Science in Mechanics, and Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Special inductees will be offered for the return of students this season who are recently released from military or naval service. Write at once for catalogue of further information. JAMES B. DUPLLEY, President National Training School Though it is young in history, the institution feels a just pride in the work thus far accomplished, for its graduates are already filling many responsible positions, thus demonstrating the aim of the school to train men and women for useful citizenship. The Grammar School The Teacher Training Department The Academy The Divinity School The School of Arts and Sciences The Commercial Department The Department of Music The Department of Home Economics In Equipment and Teaching Force it is Surpassed by Few Schools for the Training of Colored Youth in the South For further information and Cambridge address ```markdown ``` SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y.-Mrs. Georgie Williams of North Adams, Mass., recently visited her father, Herman Frisbie, and her brother, Wesley A. Frisbie. Mrs. Henry C. Coleman and daughter, Miss Edith Coleman, are on the sick list. Mrs. Emma Ross of Camden, S. C., and Private Spencer M. Boyinken of Company C, 433rd Battalion, Army. Reserve Depot, of South Schenectady, were united in wedlock on Monday, March 3; by the Rev. E. T. Bell at the residence of Mrs. Claudia Mitchell, 10 Vermont street. The couple left for Schenectady, where they will reside until the groom is discharged, after which they will make their home in Boston. Mrs. Mary Jackson of New York is the guest of her daughter, Mrs. Claudia Mitchell. Private Grant Bannister of the 369th Regiment has returned from France and is the guest of his aunt, Mrs. James White. Corporal George Simmons and Corporal Thomas Taylor of the 369th Regiment delivered addresses last Sunday evening at the A. M. E. Zion Church. Private Julius Dickson of Albany, the 369th, is spending several days in our city. Private Charles Jackson of Albany, was in our city last week. William Frobisher of New York is a visitor in our city. George B. Kelly of Troy gave an elocutionary recital at the Zion Church on Feb. 26, under the auspices of the fair committee. The annual fair will be held March 15 to 22. Lunches will be served each evening except Saturday. A chicken dinner will be given at the fair on March 20 from 6 to 10 p. m. Mt. Lebanon Lodge, No. 33, F. & A. M. will attend in a body and furnish a concert program. MORRISTOWN, N. J. MORRISTOWN, N. J.—Mrs. Electa C. Walker of Columbia street has been confirmed to her home for two weeks with a severe cold. The services were well attended at Bethel Church last Sunday. The Rev. Stiles gave an instructive sermon to eighteen persons for baptism. Communion was observed at morning and evening services. At the Gaines Lyceum, which was held at 4:15 p.m., an interesting program was rendered. Paul Catto was present and told of his experiences overseas. On Sunday, March 9, the Concerned Club will have a one dollar rally at Bethel. At Calvary Baptist Church last Sunday at the afternoon service there was preaching by the Rev. S. S. Crockett. Six of the recent converts were baptized. Evans Nelson of Willow street has returned from Florida, where he was visiting relatives and friends. Omnivorous. "Dearest," he murmured, as soon as they were seated in the high-priced restaurant, "you can have anything you want on the bill of fare. Shall I read it off to you?" "No," she replied hungrily; "just read it off to the waiter." Boston Transcript. ST. AGENES' HOSPITAL RALEIGH, N.C. Offers a three years' course in Nursing There are several vacancies at present Apply by letter to MRS. L. R. JACKSON, R. N. St. Agnes' Hospital Inner School for Teachers On July 18, 1919 and Industrial Subjects. Feb. 23-4 m. A not under 16, as students to join ING CORPS at the A. & T. College, MARY SCIENCE AND TACTICS, science in Mechanics, and Bacheler instruments will be offered for the are recently released from military or talegue of further information. LY. President. Greensboro, N. C. Omnivorous. JOBS FOR SOLDIERS. It has been officially announced that employment has been secured for the greater portion of the New York division of soldiers now returning from France. This announcement, leads us to wonder what proportion of the old 15th Regiment, and other approved fighters from this State, have succeeded in gaining their old jobs back or securing others that will ensure them an honest livelihood. The glowing welcome and generous plaudits showered upon these returning heroes, were characteristic of the broad gauged character of New Yorkers in general, but what does the future offer these men who risked their lives for their country? Will the doors of workshops and factories open to them more rapidly because of their patriotism? Even a hero needs to earn his daily bread and jutter, and after the few months accumulated pay received upon their, discharge has vanished, the necessity for steady employment will be seriously felt. Some no doubt will find their former places open for them, but the great majority will need to find openings or have openings found for them. It has been suggested that some of these former soldiers would make excellent material for the police force and they were advised to make formal application, so as to take the coming examinations for appointment. This suggestion seems a valuable one, especially as it was announced that the present commissioner favors such appointments. But this plan would provide for only those who proved eligible for appointment. Means should be devised to find places for the remainder, whose physical equipment and habits of discipline should render them a valuable factor in the industrial field. This problem of placing the returned soldiers in a proper industrial setting should be solved by the United States Employment Service. This branch of the Labor Department could not find a better or wider field in which to demonstrate its usefulness. Instead of doing away with this service, by cutting off its appropriation, it should be continued and its efforts concentrated in placing the soldiers in a wage-earning capacity. Thus would the bayonets be turned into hand saws and the cannon into dynamo, to bring the ancient adage up to date. IRELAND IGNORED Now it is the Irish, both in Ireland and in America, who are protesting with much vengeance that the rights of the oppressed are being ignored by the World's Peace Conference as assembled at Paris. According to all accounts, the delegates from the Irish Republic, as they style themselves, have so far failed, to secure recognition in Paris, either from the French Government or any other official source. Even President Wilson, did not escape the accusation that he ignored the envoy of Ireland when in Paris and failed to fix a date to receive the freedom of the city of Dublin. But the Irish irree-grew greater when it was reported that the President, last week, replied to an. inquiry that the Irish question was a matter between Ireland and England; a domestic matter. This was later denied, on the authority of the President, through his Secretary, Mr. Tumulty. But the Irish are not satisfied and their plea for the right of self-determination accorded smaller nationalities has been put up to Congress for endorsement. The Irish are putting up an obstinate fight for recognition before the Peace Conference, but so far without avail. Whether they can remove their case from the classification of "domestic matters," without the scope of the conference, remains to be seen. The promulgation of the Irish Republic was of course a step toward this end. In this detail their case differs from that of the American Negro. RAINBOWS AND FACTS. That the Republican leaders have not lost their capacity for chasing rainbows is seen in the following summary of the political situation in the South, coming from Republican sources: WASHINGTON, D. C.-Republicans throughout the country—and Democrats as well—are watching with interest the renewed activity of the Republican party in the South. It is seriously asserted in political circles that the breakup of the "solid South" is not far ahead; that the participation of thousands of the young men of the South in the world war, elbow to elbow with young men from every other section of the United States, has broadened the viewpoint of the South to that extent it will no longer be content with being tied to one party; that the great problems of national reconstruction growing out of the war will touch, in like manner, the business interests of the South and deliver them from the political isolation which they have endured for a generation. In addition, there is the increasing demand in the South for honest elections. If this demand makes itself breeded, confidence is expressed that that reform alone would break up the solid South. This would all be highly interesting if true, as well as gratifying to those concerned in the future welfare of the party, but another announcement from the same source of information tells another kind of story: WASHINGTON, D.C.—Close observers here of political developments would not be surprised if the Republican Congress which comes into being March 4, started a thorough investigation of federal election frauds, corruption and irregularities in some Southern states. It is common information that free and honest elections are a rarity in many southern communities, which accounts, in a very large measure, for the solid Democratic delegations in Congress from those states. An expose of how North Carolina has been made safe for Democracy during the last decade is given in a series of resolutions adopted by the North Carolina Republican state convention, Greensboro, February 15, 1919. The resolutions recite that intimidation, oppression, fraud and open corruption have characterized North Carolina elections throughout the past 18 years, culminating last year in frauds and corruption of such magnitude that the people of the state who have witnessed this perversion of the public will have a just feeling of outrage and rebellion that portends evil consequences to the safety of the state and the liberty of the people." This sounds more like the facts as they are. Whether the first story is consistent with the latter remains to be seen. It may be that the policy indicated may precipitate the oft-predicted break-up of the solid South, but it sounds like the old, old story of chasing the rainbow. The Knights of Columbus are making a vigorous protest against being forced to accept an agreement by which they would be prevented from giving free to soldiers, in creature comforts, more than ten per cent of their share of the funds obtained in the recent united war work drive. From all accounts the war work of the Knights of Columbus has been so free from the sordid scandals and racial discriminations that marred the policy of other organizations, that it would be a pity to restrict its activities in any particular. Especially would it be bad policy to prevent its giving comforts, free of cost to the soldiers, as it was in this particular that the men whose pay had failed to reach them, suffered most keenly. It was in such emergencies that the Salvation Army and the Knights of Columbus proved a godsend. THE SECRET OF CARUSO'S SUCCESS. Enrico Caruso, the great tenor of the Metropolitan Opera, celebrated his forty-sixth birthday last week. A number of newspaper men interviewed Caruso in his apartments at the Knickerbocker Hotel, and he talked with them about his struggles in rising to be the most popular tenor of the world. Forty-six is not old for the average man, but Caruso spoke to the reporters like a man beginning to feel his age. He said, "I feel that I grow old. I have much to think of and do. I am the head of a family over there. And here, in the opera, we work with our nerves and it ages us. And people will not let me sleep at night." In referring to his recent marriage, he said, "Oh, yes, I am very glad, because it makes me feel more young." It is true, Caruso is growing old; he is almost aged. Thirty-six is old for a great prize fighter, and forty-six is old for a great tenor. It will not be many years before the golden voice of Caruso will live only in the memories of those who were fortunate enough to hear him—and in the phonograph. It will not be long before he will have to yield the throne he has held so many years to a younger man. During the interview, Caruso grew reminiscent. This was only natural; he feels that he is growing old, he has reached the pinnacle of success, he has conquered the world, there are no other conquests before him; so he looks back over his career. He told the reporters about his first engagement in opera. It was in Naples in 1894. The opera was "L'Amico Francesco," it had a run of one night, and was never heard of again. His next engagement was also in Naples; he sang in opera and received 10 lire, or $2 a night. Of that sum his teacher took 25 percent, and, by way of encouragement, told him that he was no good, that he might be a small singer, but never a great one. No one believed in him, except his mother. His father cast him out penniless, disgusted with him because he would not work, but preferred to sing for a few lire here and there. Caruso grew tender as he spoke of his mother and her faith in his future. "She believed in me," he said, "but she died when I was fifteen. When I was fourteen and sang in the church in Naples my mother said of me, 'He will be the treasure of the family.' When I sang in the church and everybody was talking of my voice, my mother was very proud." Of course, this does not prove that Caruso's mother was a prophet or even an infallible judge of tenor voices; it only proves that she was just like all other mothers. And now the boy who sang in obscure operas in Naples for $2 a night, sings the leading tenor roles of the greatest operas and receives $2,000 a night. His name is known wherever music is known. He has reached the highest place that it is possible for a singer to reach. In his field he has made complete success. The world could learn a great deal from those who fail, if it took the time to study the reasons why they failed, but the world is not interested in failures. The world is fascinated by success, and is always anxious to learn how those who have succeeded did the trick. It is especially interested in learning it from the lips of one who has succeeded. This is true because each one thinks he could do the same trick, if he could just get hold of the secret. Here is Caruso's secret, and we quote it in his own quaint English as he gave it to the reporters: This is how I have succeeded, I never refused an engagement. And I never was without work, never, but for two months in Naples after my second engagement. Then I went to Cairo and sang, and when I came back a small boat met the ship and brought me an offer. In that engagement I received 700 lire, $240. I never refused to work. If one would come to me and say, "Will you go to such and such a place for the summer and sing?" I would ask, "How much will you pay me?" The answer is "$2,000." But I say, "The price for that was $3,000." "Never mind," they say, "$2,000 is all that can be paid this summer," and I refuse, "Very well," they say, "we get So-and-so." Then I make quick thoughts in my head—Caruso described swift geometric problems on his forhead—and I say "I will go." Otherwise I lose the summer and the experience. And the experience is everything. Always in that way I have had work, always since I came to America, and before. There it is in a nutabell, the secret, the key, the open sesame, the magic lamp, or whatever you may wish to call it. In other words, this is the secret of Caruso's success: he found out early in life what he was best fitted for, then he worked hard and never over looked an opportunity. Everyone can do the same thing. Of course, everyone cannot be a great opera singer, because everyone is not best fitted to be any sort of a singer. But if one finds out the thing he is best fitted for, and is willing to work hard-and does not overlook opportunities, he is absolutely certain to achieve full success in his particular field. Now it is easy to see why there are so many failures. There are a great many people who never find out the thing they are best fitted for. Sich people, no matter how hard they work, can never achieve full success. On the other hand, there are a great many who do find out the thing they are best fitted for, but they are unwilling to work hard and they overlook many opportunities, and neither can these ever achieve full success. But whenever these two elements which constitute the secret to success are brought together, just like two chemical elements, they are bound to produce the expected result. DO NOT STOP, LOOK OR LISTEN! The Woman's Republican Club has dropped political reform for a moment and taken up another question, a question which, in our opinion, is a much tougher one to handle. A committee from that organization recently launched a campaign against the "indiscriminate" display of lingerie made in the shop windows of New York. They charged that these displays were attracting crowds of men around the shop windows, and that in such exhibitions there was danger of demoralizing that part of the male population of the city that passes along Fifth Avenue. The shop-keepers have come back in defense of their custom and have taken issue with the ladies of the Woman's Republican Club. One firm stated that as long as women, insisted on wearing these delicately beautiful things, the shop-keepers would have to display them. Another firm placed the whole question upon a plane of high art; they said, "The evening gowns of the hour permit of a display of a pretty-shoulder. Are we therefore to say that the evening gowns of the hour, are, as the Woman's Republican Club intimates, undesirable? Then let us bury the Venus of Milo and hang crepe and curtains before the greatest paintings since the Renaissance. By all means let us close up the Metropolitan Museum. Because we have declared that loveliness is a thing, which must be hidden from the world and that only ugliness is fit to be beheld by the multitudes." This is a great outburst of eloquence, especially when it is considered that it comes from a man whose business it is to sell clothes. But it is merely dodging the issue, because the complaint of the committee was not directed solely against the display of evening gowns. Another firm met the issue more squarely when they said that they had not noticed any crowds of men clustered around their windows, in which lingerie was displayed, and that if the cold truth must be told, the crowds around those windows were feminine crowds. As a mere man, we would not dare to venture any very decided opinion on this matter, but we feel that it might be well to put in some sort of defense for the men because the Woman's Republican Club has lugged them in and brought very grave charges against them. So far as our observation goes, we do not believe the morals of the men of New York are endangered, in spite of the tempting displays which the Fifth Avenue shop-keepers made in their windows. We have never noticed any crowds of men standing around the lingerie windows. Of course any man who has an eye for beauty cannot help but give a glance at the frilly, beribboned things which are on display, we ourselves have given many a passing glance; but no man who has morals enough left to be endangered would think of standing gaping at such an exhibition. In fact, no sane, healthy man could be that much interested in a display of unoccupied lingerie. What we should like to hear would be the opinion of the women on this matter: not women reformers, but just eternally feminine women. We have an intimation that they would set the committee of the Woman's Republican Club down as a lot of frumps who have never experienced the exquisite joy of putting on pretty things. COMMENT HERE AND THERE. Last week we commented on County, North Carolina, had rallied fourteen out of fifteen white men in attempting to lynch a Negro. A recent despatch from Nashville of the state legislature had placed the anti-mob bill is a bill Tennessee Legislature as a measure is the accompanying measure to a plan is to organize a force of 600 in cases of threatened outbreak commander for each congressional named for smaller sections. The service and are subject to call a respond, they are to pay severe a And so it seems after all, that not been entirely in vain. A despatch from Raleigh, N. the legislature has passed a bill women to vote in municipal elections pass the lower house, and we are of North Carolina make more of men make. We are likely to see, as a result a new sort of secession. It is clear are bitter over the fact that the for the Eighteenth Amendment, now asking, if the South can write and Fifteenth Amendments, why seventh? A better plan still would the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Am Last week we commented on the fact that a jury of Surry County, North Carolina, had returned a verdict of guilty against fourteen out of fifteen white men who were charged with rioting, in attempting to lynch a Negro who was in jail at Winston-Salem. A recent despatch from Nashville, Tenn. states that the upper house of the state legislature had placed the anti-mob bill on the calendar. The anti-mob bill is a bill which has been introduced in the Tennessee Legislature as a measure to provide against lynching. It is the accompanying measure to the state police bill. The Tennessee plan is to organize a force of 600 men to serve the Governor at call in cases of threatened outbreaks, such as mobs. There will be a commander for each congressional district, a county chief and men named for smaller sections. These men are to be paid for actual service and are subject to call at all times. In case they do not respond, they are to pay severe penalties. And so it seems after all, that the agitation against lynching has, not been entirely in vain. A despatch from Raleigh, N. C. states that the upper house of the legislature has passed a bill by a vote of 35 to 12 to permit women to vote in municipal elections. We hope the bill will also pass the lower house, and we are anxious to see the colored women of North Carolina make more of the right to the franchise than the men make. We are likely to see, as a result of the prohibition amendment, a new sort of secession. It is clear that many of the northern states are bitter over the fact that the South was principally responsible for the Eighteenth Amendment. Some of these northern states are now asking, if the South can with impunity nullify the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments, why should we not nullify the Eighteenth? A better plan still would be to make the South carry out the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments. SOLDIER SPEAKS OUT ON BEHALF OF DR. MOTON To the Editor of THE NEW YORK ACE It was with a genuine sense of satisfaction that I read in your recent editorial the truth about Dr. Moton's advice to the soldiers in France. I think I have seamed most of the Negro papers which have come my way recently and I think too that I am safe in saying that so far as I have been able to verify the facts in the case THE ACE is the only paper which has told the real truth about the matter. It has been my privileges recently to interview, in a most personal way, quite a number of returned soldiers, and all who had the opportunity to hear Dr. Moton, speak in the highest terms of the advice he gave them. Yesterday I interrogated a young Pittsburgh soldier who arrived in this camp four hours after he landed in the States. "Well, I asked casually, 'what do you think of Moton's advice to the soldiers in France?' "Tres bon," was the prompt reply. Then I put this question to him: "Do you think it was the right kind of advice to give a soldier?" "I do," he answered sharply. "Now, just one more question," I said. "Was it the kind of advice that you would have given soldiers if you had been sent on the same mission?" Once more he answered. "Yes." Then I turned to another soldier from Georgia, who had also heard Dr. Motop talk, and he verified everything that the Pittsburgher had said. Here were two men from sections of the country as different in tradition as a mule is from a hippopotamus; yet they agreed that Dr. Motop's advice was good. It seems that a few of our colored papers thrive on just such sensational stories as have been printed in this case. Of course one knows that most any reputable paper is likely to print a false report in its news section, but editors in the public eye are often the shape of the public's mind. If therefore remains only fair that they should exercise the nimpt care in selecting material for their papers, especially the editorial column. Editors will do well to follow what d on the fact that a jury of Surry returned a verdict of guilty against men who were charged with rioting who was in jail at Winston-Salem, Tenn. states that the upper house agreed the anti-mob bill on the calendar which has been introduced in the measure to provide against lynching. In the state police bill. The Tennessee 100 men to serve the Governor at calls, such as mobs. There will be a central district, a county chief and men these men are to be paid for actual at all times. In case they do not penalties. at the agitation against lynching has. N. C. states that the upper house will by a vote of 35 to 12 to permit sections. We hope the bill will also be anxious to see the colored women of the right to the franchise than the result of the prohibition amendments, clear that many of the northern states in South was principally responsible. Some of these northern states are with impunity nullify the Fourteenth day should we not nullify the Eighth be to make the South carry out amendments. it seems to me is the policy of The Acr—let your reasoning be from first-hand facts, and if it isn't, take a little time to verify your story; it's the only way to build a really great paper. Sergt. JULIAN BAGLEY, U. S. A., Dix Camp, N. J. THE AGE IN FRANCE To the Editor of THE NEW YORK AGE: Your paper was forwarded to me by my wife, and we (the boys of my company and especially the non-commissioned officers), have read it with much interest. Your paper is easily worth twice the subscription price, and if those people at home don't believe that it's worth even more than twice the amount for which you now issue it, tell them to drop over in France for a few months, and they would be willing to pay the yearly price for a single copy of Turt Age. We are expecting your paper, as well as other Negro enterprises, to do great business after the war, and I am very certain you will have some new subscribers from my company. HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT. HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT. To the Editor of The New York Ack: Enclosed please find money order for the renewal of my subscription. The Ack has become a welcome visitor in my home and its weekly coming is in ways looked forward to with experience and pleasure. Your splendid tutorials—lofty yet forceful, change yet efficacious, cannot be read understandingly without a consequent healthy development of dignity and race pride. Keep the good work up is the sincere wish of truly yours. GREAT M. VAUGEN. NEWBY AND OUTPOKEN. To the Editor of The New York Ack: You will find enclosed check for one year's subscription for your very new, and outspoken paper. I am host with out it. Wishing you continued success. Somehow the British politician and it quite easy in persuading the African natives under them and about them to the necessity and the fairness of their selfish overlordship—of the essentiality of their preserverate. England has betrayed the natives of Africa more than any other power in Europe holding possessions in that country. While in an endeavor to maintain her own territorial safety there, she has taken upon herself to divide up certain sections of African territory and turned it over to a nation, Germany, who she knew would not treat the people right. England always performs these political operations in a diplomatic and cute way so that the people whose lands she divides know absolutely nothing about it until an armed force is upon it, ready to exterminate them on the slightest protest. The invaders take some constitutional operation for a pretext to their action; then when such incident occurs in Africa the report reaches us via London as an open rebellion. All the novocities and brutalities have been and are, perpetrated against the natives of Afrikan by these murderers of countessas Africans, who should now be indicted—Germany, Belgium, their military officers, and the Portuguese. The British statesmen of Africa knew that all these things were going on there; every little was said to stop them. Every little book was said to books on Africa known that the Lord was a capitalistic concern, for as soon as England was fighting, they left the natives to their fate; and the looters have ever since been wreaking vengeance upon them. These are facts! If an investigation should be made in Africa today by intelligent colored men from this country, not only would there be found the infiltration and conditions of 1800 in America, embodied in the most brutal system in Africa, of the natives, existing up until the publication of this article; within the region of Angola, and upon the plantations of Sao Paulo. Precisely the same actual slavery in another form. In India during Mr. Henry W. Nevissons' investigation, natives were being bought and sold at, and taken to these islands from Benguela by the thousands! There was slavery in Africa before the war started and if we do not take the situation in hand in an effort to recover some of the losses of the war it may still increase in another war. England, I speak thus of my knowledge of historic and diplomatic records, was never known to interfere with any political military capitalistic action or personal interest and was never unless her personal interests, directly or indirectly, were actually threatened whether on sea or on land. The British capitalistic rulers, and others of Africa have been draining that country for a long time. These are the class of men in England and in Africa who are arguing that the natives cannot rule themselves, for they are afraid that they may lose their capitalistic hold on the sources of Africa; they are afraid that too much of the resource sof, Africa will be spent in the uplift of the people. In Germany the socialistic element was never in favor at any time of that government holding colonies in Africa. The same may be true of some of the English socialists of the magnanimous type, the capitalistic element deemed a grave necessity. At the present nothing is heard from France except the improvement of her colonies and the uplift of the African people; while England hullabaloo over the African territorial manners has been gravely not to the interest of the natives, but to hers. England very seldom talks about improvements, and the raising up of the people to a natural standard of modern civilization. Very little is heard also from the Congo Free States; mean the Belgium Congo, the country of unparalleled atrocities and brutalities. Belgium has been carrying on an determination and massacre in Africa, much severer than that which she suffered at the hands of the Germans, considering the circumstances under which she performed her brutal operations, the most unheard of tortures of the natives. Recently they wrote a whole book it appeared in Boston, Mass. about the African situation, and on the question and problems of Africa. (Of course the gravest part of this problem in the estimation of the British South Africa spoilers, is whether or not will their hands be free as hitherto. I have read all three of these articles embodied and I have failed to discover in them with the paragraph that dealt with the African people. The whole composition is just over the German territories, the lands of the natives, which were stolen from the Three must be a government of the people, by the people and for the benefit of Africa established and maintained by the colored people. Germany must not be permitted to hold another foot of land under a condition in Africa. Whatever the German spoiers may think, this is fine. We, the colored people of America and elsewhere, are no longer a help to us. We should not tolerate anything that we think in this conference will mark the future of our people. If the truth is known England has been marring it. The territories of the chiefs of Tonga land must be united and this union must not be delayed. The chiefs have asked for a reunion of their respective countries—this was the country which was "divided from the British, the Gold Coast, by the terms of the German Boundary Commission of 1888 that it must get off all other African questions pertaining to the direct interest of the people, and few she has ever settled without her own interest plus the native's. She has always been instrumental in keeping the races apart in Africa. She has been the only out spoken power of Africa that opposed the American Negroes going into that country in an endeavor to help to civilize their own people. They are afraid that the American Negroes, with the American civilization, will distract into the brain of the African that which would permit them the natural aims of the European powers. NATURAL HAIR WIGS Switches, Transformations, Curls, Cluster Puffs, Hair Nets Straightening Combs And Everything in Hair Goods WIGS MADE TO YOUR MEASURE Free Catalog Sent to Out-of-Town Patrons on Request. ALEX. MARKS 662 Eighth Avenue Cor. 41nd Street Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Cloud Saturdays) (Special Test Team Team) CHAMBERSON, W. Va.-Legislation of special benefit to the state war the creation of the office of state supervisor of colored schools, with a salary of $2,400 per annum and $500 for traveling expenses, and an advisory board to the state board of education to be composed of two citizens of color, the compensation of each to be $7,400 a year and $500 for traveling expenses. This advisory board, acting with the supervisor, practically will have charge of all matters pertaining to the state's colored educational institutions. It is reported that among the first notice it will be called upon to perform will be the recommending to the state board of education of a president for the West Virginia Collegiate Institute, where a change has been under consideration some time. In the matter of appropriations for the next two years the legislature was very liberal to the colored institutions. For the erection and maintenance of a hospital for colored inmates $165,000 was provided. Forty thousand dollars was noted for land, buildings and current expenses of a colored deaf and blind school. Other institutions and their appropriations are: Colored tuberculosis sanitarium. $43,000; orphans' home. $7,000; West Virginia College Institute. $14,000; Bluesfield Colored Institute. $6,750; Storer College (a private institution). $5,400; Barnett, Harrison, Victor, and Lakam Hospitals (privately cared). each $2,500, a total of $50,000. All with appropriations was the legislature in hand, one positions, one were twenty-five colored teachers, one were to janitor, one were. And if any discrimination was involved in committee assignments, the senior members of the house of delegates the beneficiaries. Nutter, of Oklahoma county, served on the judiciary, fortified and unappropriated lands and insurance committees; Coleman of Kayette, on the forestry and conservation, penitentiary, labor, and medicine and sanitation; Capehart, of Oklahoma, on taxation and finance, commons and grievances; human institutes and public buildings, executive offices and library, and railroad committees. commencing on the services of these gentlemen on the presentation to him a living cup by Mr. Nutter for the two room attendants, the speaker of the said that one and all had the duties assigned them well as the other members; and broken precedents in place on the most responsible com- NANHATTAN Y. W. C. A. American Democracy" was the subject of W. E. Donahue, of the National Security League, at the Women's Meeting Sunday, March 2. Next Sunday, Miss Vera Rubel, membership secretary at the Central Branch, will speak on the Meeting of Membership in the W. W. C. A. All women are urged to be women, and women will be furnished to women, and others. Others this week. Miss Marie French, H. Kaenke, of Miss Prudence Butler, Chicago, Miss Vera Marshall, Delaware, M. M. Anna Young, Baltimore, M. C. L. Mason, Washington. The Social Committee, of which Mrs. laurie Lucas is chairman, will enter into the number and friends of the Y. A honor of the workers of theological or regular work. Wednes- day, March 12 UNION BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday at 11 o'clock the Rev Gerald H. Sims, the pastor, delivered instructive sermon from Gen. And the scepter shall not de- nish, nor a lawgiver from the feet, until Shiloh come; and shall the gathering of the pro- ject. The Saviour's Com- Sunday. School convened and received a very encourag- ation from the Missionary Workers. The superintendent is about his trip to Virginia, monetary celebration. At 4 candidates, who were unable the last baptizing, were im- pastor. The B. Y. P. U. was well attended. Miss chairman of the Junior had the program in charge. but selections were rendered. participants was Mr. Allen, V. M. E. Church. Newark, M. J.-A. committee of congregations made use of eight petitioners and witnesses when this petition with W. S. L. Correctional inmates was held over one of the largest distances in New Jersey for colored people, to house the present congregation of the Pennington Street A. M. E. Zion Church. The building new congregation has become inadequate for this modern congregation. The membership has grown beyond the capacity of the church. A drive is being made to raise $5000, a greatly proportion of which has recently been raised. As soon as the arrangements are completed the A. M. E. Zion people will come into possession of the big church. Enthusiastic gatherings of zealous church workers are found at the Pennington Street Church and the series of sermons that Dr. Correctional inmates deliver each day. The constructive of much good. These sermons attract not only the city people but people from the Oranges, Montclair, Haterson, Hoboken, Jersey City, and Elizabeth. The Independent Civil Political Colored Voters' Association of America of which Dr. S. L. Corrorsher is president, the Rev. J. H. McDavis, executive secretary and Walter Darden, treasurer, met in convention at Pemington Street Church February 10. The executive officers were installed and about 500 members convened convention met February 24 at New Hope Baptist Church on Sussex avenue, the Rev. Reed, pastor, with a large gathering of delegates. By far the largest morning congregation for the season assembled at the 13th Avenue Church Sunday. The organ is in fine shape. Dr. L. B. Ellerson spoke effectively from the subject, "Conquering Heroes." In the evening a popular song service was held. Lawyer Douglass spoke interestingly on The Organist's role in the development of excellent music with Mrs. Schuyler Judkins as solist. Four persons joined the church and two were baptized. "The 'all-star concert' by the men of the 13th Avenue Church Friday night was the affair of the season. Quite a large crowd attended and much enthusiasm was manifested. This effort was given for Company 10, Mrs. Ellerson, captain. Dr. L. B. Ellerson and V. B. Powell represented the 13th Avenue Church at the New Era Conference held at the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, New York City. The house church at the hotel is framed by Mr. Johns, 70 High Street, Friday night for Miss Nellie Francis' Company was quite an enjoyable affair. The Long Home and Foreign Missionary Society meets this week with Mrs. B. C. Gordon, 2S State street. Bethany Baptist Church is in 'the midst of a great revival under direction of Dr. S. L. Johnson, the noted evangelist from Boydton, Va., who preached two able sermons last Sunday morning and evening. At the 3 o'clock service he spoke to women only. These special meetings will continue for two weeks. At 3 o'clock Sunday, March 9, Dr. Johnson will speak to men only. Vm. P. Smith formerly connected with Old Man Spring barber shop of Academy street, has returned to his home at Greenville, Pa., after a short visit to the city, Joseph Young, 141 Academy street; is seriously ill with pneumonia. Among the heroes of the old 15th Regiment of New York who have now returned after "going over the top," are: Freddie Robins, Freddie Brooke, George Barts, Will Barts, Cliff Horan, Hal Defreese, Abrahm Day, H. D. Devicello, Frank and Harry Jones. All unite in welcoming the boys home again. The Rev. F. T. M. Webster of Lancaster, Pa., was in the city on Monday evening and held a council of deliberation of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons of the Philadelphia Valley, over which he is deputy. ENGLEWOOD, N. I At Bethany Presbyterian Church on Sunday the Rev. Thomas J. B. Harris pastor, spoke from Paul's letter to the Hebrews, xii, 15, "Sin and Its Effect." The evening service was well attended. The pastor showed the necessity of unity. At 3 p. m. the Sunday School held its annual missionary rally for the Board of Freedmen. The prize, a silver cup, was awarded to Master William Collins, who turned in the highest amount on gleaners. Bethany's educational forum will hold its reception to our heroes on March 7 at the church. Among the speakers will be Mayor McKenna and the Hon. W. Irving Glover. A Bohemian dinner under the auspices of the art class will take place at the church on March 20. The funeral service of Mrs. Jonah Harris of 2nd street was held at the First Baptist Church on Sunday at 2 p. m. She leaves a husband and a host of friends. Mrs. Edward Laws, who has been very ill, has returned from the hospital. Mr. and Mrs. E. Stewart and son are ill with the pneumonia. Thomas Robinson is recovering rapidly. FLAMENDA, N. J. - Great expressions of loyalty were heard among relatives and friends of our heroes who were mourned out of the army late week from the vexed camps and returned home to wide opened arms. Among the Prairfield boys who have returned are Sydney T. Huller, Foster Kline, Chase Jones and Wm. Hallfield and George Sanders, a sailor. A few house warnings have already been given with the expectations of a gigantic welcome reappear in the early future for the boys. George Lane, a member of the old 15th, from Somerville, was a week-end visitor of his aunt, Mrs. Sadie Anthony, Hillside avenue. A birthday party, celebrating the birthday of Mrs. Douglass Goldstone, was held at her home with Mr. and Mrs. H. Harris, 326 Rainford avenue, February 26. Only relatives and a few friends were present. Miss R. Rambert, who holds a position in the quartermaster's department at Washington, D. C., was a week-end guest of Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Cox, New and West 4th streets. Miss Burfield of Philadelphia is here for an indefinite time, the guest of Miss Carrie Miller, West 3rd street. Mrs. Humes, East 3rd street, is confined to her bed with illness. Her daughter, Mrs. B. Brown, of New York, is here to remain with her mother during her illness. Miss' Ellen Parsons and Miss Pearl Jones, accompanied by Sybrester Watkins, attended the basketball ball game in New York Washington's birthday. Miss Mary Jones, East 3rd street, who was called out of town by the illness of relatives, has returned. Mrs. Charles Miller and Miss Queen-Reid, West 4th street, accompanied by Alfred Young, were week-end visitors of Mrs. Miller's relatives in New York City. Mrs. McPherson and family, Richmond street, were called to Brooklyn last week on account of the death of a relative. Mrs. J. O. Hicks and children of Jersey City are guests of Mrs. Hick's sister and family, Mr. and Mrs. W. Poyas, Richmond street. Miss Mattie Ford, Berckman street, after a few weeks' illness, is much better. John R. Gates, East 3rd street, was among the Plainfield attendance at the basket ball game Washington's Birthday at Manhattan Casino. The concert and supper by the Mite Missionary Society of Monroe, M. E. F. Church, in charge of the concert, was February 27, was a success socially and financially concert was held under the auspices of St. Mark's Mission P. E. Church, the Rev. Sedgwick, rector, February 28, in the auditorium of the -Washington School. A well rendered program was headed by the Bordertown quartet, who sang several entertaining songs to the delight of a fair sized audience. The funeral of Mrs. Hall, beloved wife of Witt Hall, East 3rd street, was held from her late home Thursday at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. W. L. Ims officiated. Interment in Hillside Cemetery. Mrs. Blatt of Orange, while here, visited her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kingson, in West 4th street. Mrs. W. Hinton, Plainfield avenue, after three weeks' severe illness, is able to be about. The J. T. Diggs Club, an auxiliary of Mount Zion U. E. Church, held the evening of February 24 at the home of the mother of the club, Gatherie Diggs, in Seventh Plains, and gave her a birthday surprise party. The members gave her handsome presents. Mrs. Jennie March gave her a beautiful cake, decorated with red, white and blue. A tasty collation was served. Kendel Olden, infant son of Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Olden, 435 West 3rd street, is ill with the "flu." Since the return of our overseas soldiers who were members of the Athenian basket ball players, the team has taken on new life. It will soon be in condition to handle the pigskin equal to any of the top notchers. The Plainfield Embroidery Club met Friday at Mrs. Elizabeth Gordon's, East 3rd street, and were entertained by Mrs. Cornelius Mentor. Miss Hattie Kelly at Muehlenberg Hospital remains about the same, in good spirits and pleased at the appearance of visitors. Mrs. Jefferson Walker and daughter Lelia, 423 West 2nd street, the week-end at Walker's nephew J. Washington, Jersey City. Miss Helen Vaughan was the week-end guest of Miss Dorothy Princess Butter, West 4th street, who will return to spend a week with Miss Vaughan at Newark. Miss Ruth Alexander of New York is the guest of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. M. Alexander, Plainfield avenue. The Rev. E. W. Roberts, pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church, filled the pulpit of the First Baptist Church of Bound Brook, the Rev. Pierce, pastor, on Sunday at 3 clock. BRIDGEPORT. CONN BRIDGEPORT, Count—Mrs. Isabel Kearney is able to return to business. Miss Johnston of Newark, N. J. is visiting Mrs. Harper of Eagle street. The Ministers' Union of Bridgeport and vicinity will hold a union revival beginning March 6, conducted by the Rev Paul Coleman of Newton, Mass. Miss Josephine Berry is spending a few months in New Hampshire. Mrs. Edgar Lewis of Long Island is visiting Mrs. William Ward of Fairfield. Mrs. Ward has four wonders from them she claims from five to eight each day. The Rev. S. E. Elliott is visiting each day. The Rev. S. E. Elliott is visiting relatives in Norwich, R. I. He will preach at Norwich Sunday. A harbor shop and pool room for sale or for rent. Apply or address W. S. Moore, 523 South Main street, Bridgeport, Conn—Ady. The Ministers Union of Bridgeport and vicinity will hold a union meeting beginning March 6. John Hallley, 65 Clifford street has been confirmed to his room for the past week. The Old Fellowes will hold a memorial service Sunday, March 2, in honor of Peter Odenen, the founder of this organization, in the Old Pethus Hall. Gen. W. Keecker, the son of Mrs. Wm. A. Carter of 4. Carter Courts, departed this life Feb. 8, at Camp Upton. His body will be shipped to Bridgeport for burial. Miss Josephine Berry is spending the winter in New Hampshire. Mrs. F. L. Lerry will out of town for a few days. Miss Manuela Pine will have friends to visit her from the city. Our people are all glad to welcome our boys return from the war. OUR NEW HOME PENBROOK AVE. ST. PENBROOK AVE. 25,000 MORE PORO AGENTS WANTED Equipped with the Very Latest Appliances for Tuning the Poro System of Scalp and Hair Culture and all Branches of Beauty Culture Terms Moderate Diploma Given Write Today for Partner dedication PORO COLLEGE Pen Grove Dec. 1920 D. Litchi, Mn. ELISABETH, N. J.—The Rev. William Brown, a native of West Africa, and formally one of the Boone men, will conduct revival services at Mt. Tuscan A. M. E. Church, beginning Saturday, March 9. For thirty years, Rev. Mr. Brown has been in the United States, and he is a graduate of Wiblerforce College, Xenia, O. Mrs. Daniel Tucker, 211 South 7th street, left last Monday for Atlantic City as a representative from Phillis Wheatley Court of Calcutta, No. 19, to attend a committee to advise upon ways and means of concerning the Supreme Court, which will meet in Atlantic City August 15/1919. The Owl Field team will play basketball against the St. Douglas Field team in the New. Auditorium, Newark, March 13. Captain-Van Der Veer will run his five against the winning championship. PHILADELPHIA, PA PHILADELPHIA, Pa.—A preaching mission will commence at St. Michael and All Angels' Church on Sunday, March 16, by Rt. Rt. Rev. E. Thomas Demby, bishop, suffragan of Arkansas. Bishop Demby is the first colored bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church to work in the United States. He was consecrated "only five months" ago. Parishioners and friends of St. Michael's presented the church with 185 pounds of candles as memorials. Union A. M. E. Church, 16th street, below Fairmount avenue, the Rev. J. L. Witten, pastor, is buying a new organ. St. Thomas' P. E. Church, 12th street, below Walnut, the Rev. Thomas Hazzard, rector, held holy communion and memorial services to Abraham Lincoln on Sunday. The various auxiliaryaries of Bethel A. M. E. Church greatly surprised the president of the corporation, P. H. Edwards, by presenting him with a purse of $99,54, as a testimonial of their appreciation for his faithful services during the past eight years. Bishop and Mrs. Alexander P. Camphor of Monrovia, Liberia, were tendered a reception at Zoar M. E. Church Wednesday evening. The Rev. F. H. Butter presided. After two years of constant study and sacrifice, Manager Charles H. Williams will present to the people of Philadelphia the largest colored lady syncopated orchestra in America. Miss Maude Course is the first colored nurse to be employed by the visiting nurses' society. Her uniform is blue. Private Elwood Taylor and Miss Alice Ponton were quietly married at the residence of the Rev. J. P. Woods on Saturday. Witnesses of the affair were Mrs. Elmer J. Cormany, Mrs. Alice Taylor and A. J. Welch. Private John H. Johnson, Company F, 813th Infantry, died in France, October 14, 1918. The thirty-five soldiers who arrived on the Haverford recently were entertained at the St. Thomas rest rooms on Wednesday night, while they were enroute from Camp Dix to Camp Grant, Rockford, Ill. The Berean Building and Loan Association held their annual meeting February 27. The capital stock has been increased from one to two million dollars. Three hundred and twenty-three dollars was presented to Dr. J. W. H. Eason and family besides numerous other presents at his second annual reception on Monday evening at the People's Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, 15th and Christian streets. Addresses were made by Bishops George W. Clinton and George L. Blackwell, Dr. W. F. Graham, Dr. C. A. Tindley, Dr. R. E. Graham, J. H. Presberry, R. D. Atkins, J. H. Presberry, Johnson, William Henry Robinson, and Mrs. Annie W. Blackwell. A fine program was rendered, consisting of vocal and instrumental music. This was followed by the presentation speeches, Dr. Eason and wife, Mrs. Halle B. Eason, made responses. Jenny Cyr, N. J.-Y. The program committee of the New Jersey Federation of Colorell Women's Club meets Tuesday afternoons at the residence of the Rev. Florence Brundish, 183 Ascot place, president of the Federation. The Mothers' Club holds one of the largest and most enthusiastic meetings in its history at the home of Mrs. Annie Smallley, 89 Ege avenue, last Tuesday. The women, under "the leadership of Mrs. Janie F. Harris," 31 Ege avenue, are planning to have the service of recommender days of the excellent women of the club. The Helping Hand W. C. T. U. Mrs. Ida E. Brown, 47 Monitor street, president; held an important meeting at the home of Mrs. Amelia Wheeler Hoskins, 340 Halliday street, last Wednesday evening. The members are enthusiastic for the complete victory of prohibition. A large and interesting meeting of ladies interested in the Y. W. C. A. met at the home of Mrs. Bertha Oliver, 200 Union street, last Thursday evening in response to a call by Miss A. E. Sears, secretary of the work. The women manifested much enthusiasm for this new activity, which is to serve our girls. Pastors of the various churches will be requested to make March 16 a day of prayer for the success of the movement. The Y. W. C. A. committee represents all denominations and is serving till appointment of a board, which will include both races. The Revs J. H. Hoggard and William S. Smith, Dr. George E. Cannon, Medames A. C. Sanders, Elizabeth B. Thomas, Janie F. Harris, George E. Cannon, William A. Byrd, Ella B. Brown, M. Cole and Miss Winifred Quinn. The local branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People met Monday evening at Williams Hall, 31 Ege avenue. Much effective work is being done by the branch. The Rev. William A. Byrd is president. Dr. George E. Cannon addressed the congregation of the English Lutheran Church last Thursday evening. A large number of persons went Sunday to the room rendered by Miss I. A. Lee's music class at Mother Zion Church, New York. Almost every church and organization in the city was represented at a meeting held in Fraternal Hall, Sunday afternoon. The object was to adopt some definite plan of relieving distress among the poor of the race. A permanent organization was formed and will co-operate with the Organized Aid Society. The officers elected were: J. M. Washington, president; Mrs. E. B. Thomas, Mrs. Ida E. Brown, Mrs. E. C. Snead, A. B. Tabb, W. Cornell, Forrest Hooper, vice-presidents; Mrs. Maud Cole and Mrs. Anna Russell, secretaries. T. H. Geatham, treasure, C. Sared, B. T. Babb, Forrest Hooper, William Sinmogus, E. Nicholson, J. H. Granger, Meghamque Qnean, Olliver, Carpenter, Maik, Keith, Spiid and Bates form the committees. The next meeting will be held March 23 and will be addressed by Miss B. Perrine, secretary of the Organized Aid, the Rev. Florence Randolph, Mrs. Fila Barksdale Brown and C. Bion Jones. The confirmation class of the Church of the Incarnation has been opened with a large number of candidates. The members of St. Catherine's Guild gave a very successful oyster supper at the Church of the Incarnation Friday evening. Walter E. Davis of the 325th Field Signal Battalion arrived on the Ulua from France and spent Friday and Saturday with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. S. F. Caldwell, 36 Ege avenue. The battalion will be demobilized at Camp Sherman. Lieuts. H. H. Proctor and H. Holder, 36th Infantry, well known in Jersey City, returned from overseas on the Aquitania. Mrs. J. E. Fouse 317 Halladay street, is rejoicing over the return of her son, William, of the 367th Infantry, who came Saturday on the Sobral. W. J. Williams, 262 Van Horn street, is home after having a serious operation performed and spending seven weeks in Christ Hospital. Mrs. M. V. Cato, 188 Academy street, was a charming hostess to a large party ladies at her home Friday evening. She gifted a celebration presented the hostess, who gave a celebration day. Joseph Douglass, violinist, attracted a large audience to Battel A. M. E. Church Monday evening. Unit 47, Circle for Narope War Refief, meets Tuesday evening at Williams Hall. At the Salem Baptist Church, it being the first Sunday in the month, the members and friends turned out to all the services in large numbers. Pastor R. C. Judkins preached at 11 a.m. from the subject, "The Importance of Having Divine Favor." At 3 p.m. he served communion, assisted by Rev. C. M. Brannan. The Rev. J. H. Baily of Elizabeth preached at the evening service. Miss Alice Jackson of Bayonne was baptized. The collection amounted to $79.89. Last Sunday Pastor Judkins called the hosts to the colors in their drive for, the payment of the last mortgage on the church property. George W. Scott was buried from Salem Baptist Church March 3. P. C. Hall, Mrs. G. W. Cash and her daughter, Mr. Allen and Mrs. Creecker, are all on the sick list. At Bethel A. M. E. Church Sunday services were largely attended. At 11 a.m. the pastor preached a soul stirring sermon from the theme, "Not Orphaned." Four persons united with the church. Three were received as full members and two infants were baptized. A very large communion was served. The funeral of Mrs. Lydia Manley, 29 Jewett avenue, was held Sunday at 2 p.m. at her late residence. The Rev. Albert Carter Sanders preached the funeral sermon. Remarks were made by Bros. Simon King and William Dougherty, class leaders. Mrs. Manley leaves her, Raymond, a daughter-in-law and host of friends to mourn their loss. Interment was in Bayview cemetery. At 8 p. m. Dr. A. P. Miller of Jersey City filled the pulpit and delivered a helpful sermon from "The Good Samaritan." Those on Bethel's sick list are: Mrs. Alice D. Lee, 146 Cornelius avenue; Mrs William Dougherty, 430 Rose avenue; Mrs. Holmies, 70 Ege avenue; Mrs. Comings, 66 Ege avenue; Mrs. Simpson, 188 Union street, John D. Smith, 106 Union street, Mrs. McQuarriers, 195 Union street; Mrs. Picturn, 198 Woodlawn avenue, and Mr. Brown of 21 Axh street. PATERSON N I PATRISSON, N. J.—The great drive for $1,500 for the Canaan Baptist Church will be held Sunday, March 9. Great things are expected on that day. The church is alive spiritually and is growing numerically. The outlook is bright, many of the sick folks are gradually improving. Sunday being communion day everybody went away benefited. PASSAIC. N. I. PASSAGE, N. J. - Services at Williams Chapel A. M. E. Zion Church were very well attended last Sunday. The Rev. J. E. Morrow filled the pulpit both morning and evening. A sacred concert was given by the Sunday School at 4 o'clock. A fine program was rendered and a good silver offering was taken. Wm. Gwyn and Miss Edna Jackson have returned from Chester, S. C., where he attended the funeral of his sister, who has been confirmed by Williams Chapel. Jos. Blackston formerly of Philadelphia, will have charge. A ten days revival meeting is being held at the Mr. Zion Bantist Church. WESTFIELD, N. L Washington, N. J.—sunday services at St. Luke's A. M. E. Church were will attended. The Rev. J. H. Lewis preached both morning and evening. The musical given by Means, O'Fake, Ray Sullivan and Miss Anna Smith Tuesday evening was a decided success. The fair committee cleared J.S. At Bethel Baptist Church the Rev. Wm. E. Smith failed the pulpit. At the evening services communion was served to a large number. One soul was added to the church. At the B. Y. P. U. the topic was billed by Miss Virginia Williams. Supt. C. W. Brown, who has been conned to his home with lirtipe, is now convicting. On the 3rd Sunday these will be an ordination service. Mrs. Gora Gillis, wife of Lawson Gillis, departed this life Monday morning at 2 a.m. at Bonnie Burr Sanitari- tism, Scotia Plains. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was also a member of the choir. the eighth anniversary of the St. John's Baptist Church, Jerseyland Park, the Rev. G. W. Hamlette, pastor, was celebrated from February 24 to March 2. Bath evening the congregation was addressed by able divines from neighboring churches. Friday evening the greatest speeches were made in honor of the pastor. Dr. Jones of Roselle was master of ceremonies. The pastor's heart was made by the congregation was made by the congregation of $76. The decorating was in charge of Miss B. Andrews. In the afternoon a platform meeting was held. Speakers were the Rev. D. Y. Campbell of Plainfield and Dr. H. F. Brock; selections by the Westfield quartet, Dr. and Mrs. Brock, Miss Ida Manning and D. A. Wright. The pastor's anniversary sermon was preached by the Rev. Harris of Newark in the evening to a large crowd. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Robinson, 1638 West broad street, entertained on Sundays. Mrs. Carter and Miss Coleman of Plainfield, Mr. and William Ross of Westfield. Lewis Robinson has opened a sanitary barber shop in Rahway. The Rev. and Mrs. P. W. Ross received word of the safe arrival in the U.S. of their son, Corporal Charles S. Ross. Winifred, the sixteen-month-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas, R. Dary, died at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas, R. Dary, on Sunday, March 2. Funeral services were held at the house Wednesday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Wm. E. Smith. Interm. Fairview Cemetery. Walter Franklin of Richmond street spent the week end in New York. T. G. Fowler is at Aiken, S. C., for his health. Private Howard Hamilton of Camp Dix spent the week end home visiting his wife and friends. Ex-Corporal William Gambell of the famous 15th is now home for good. There was a meeting held Saturday evening for the purpose of organizing a troop of Boy Scouts in town. Daniel Wright is scoutmaster. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Jenkins of Jerseyland park journeyed to Philadelphia on last Tuesday and took Mrs. C. C. Gambel, Mr. Jenkins' mother, to visit her sister, Mrs. Margaret Glenn, Mrs. Gambel, who has been ill for the past month, is convalescing. Not an Early Bird. Doctor—You sleep too much. You must get up two hours earlier in the morning. Patient—If it's all the same to you, doctor, I think I'd prefer to retire two hours later—Boston Transcript. 2600 Harlem 2426 Harlem The Arvina & Ales Kitchens S. 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L. 113 West 53rd St., New York THE STAGE-MUSIC-ATHLETICS Colored Ministry Approved Negro Play With Negro Players WHEN the colored ministry puts its stamp of approval on a dramatic production and strays so far from the beaten path as to urge churchgoers to go and see it, and when nearly two thousand persons were turned away from the spacious Academy of Music, Philadelphia, so great was the demand of colored people of the Quaker City to witness a presentation of this same play, it would seem that something out of the ordinary has happened in the theatricals.inent, billed Hotel." Am were Sergee Cole, Cooper Smith and R Williams. Thy by Corporal toonist. Want M Colored me the Navy as to a commun from the U. Station. 34 These pleasing facts, and more, are crowded about "The Problem," which is advertised by F. Grant Gilmore as "a military drama—an answer to 'The Birth of a Nation.'" Some months ago when Mr. Gilmore informed me about his plan to produce "The Problem." I was chiefly interested in the statement that the public was to have a Negro play acted by Negroes. At the time I knew nothing of the artistic merits of the piece, nor do I to-day, as I have not had the good fortune to see it. The favorable manner in which "The Problem" was received in Philadelphia, as well as at Albaugh's Theatre, Baltimore, is proof positive that the colored people of the United States want plays dealing with Negro life; and why shouldn't they? It is seldom they see Negro types on the stage that fill them with pride and make them heartily glad they are what they are. The stage must play its part in awakening within us a stronger sense of race consciousness. With many white Americans willing to accuse us so long as we confess to being anything else but an American Negro: with some colored Americans finding it necessary to pose as Caucasians and others as Indians, and with our colored actors doing white plays it would seem that through some agency the virtues of the Negro must be extolled if we want to be imbued with the necessary amount of race pride. Local colored theatregoers are in a mood to receive such a race play as "The Problem," just as members of the race were in Philadelphia and Baltimore. Mr. Gilmore's race drama should be brought to New York, and for a week's engagement. It Is New Lieutenant Vodery. Bandmaster Will H. Vodery, recently commissioned a second lieutenant, Sergeant Opal Cooper and other New Yorkers well known to the theatrical profession, are making quite a hit in France as entertainers with the First Army Headquarters Post Band. Many of the musicians are also vocalists above the average; and are putting on some very entertaining shows for the soldiers. Writing to Alex Rogers on the success of the band Will Vodery says: "We have the pleasure of being the band to be selected from all the bands in the A. E. F. as Post Band for Headquarters, and now we are permanently attached under the direct command of Lieut. General Liggett, who, by the way, has just issued an order for me to go to Chaumont and get commissioned. "The people in the States may not realize it, but I am convinced that the white American has softened somewhat on the race question, especially when efficiency counts. Can you imagine them taking a colored band from a colored outfit and putting it where the cream the army is stationed?" In the letter. Lieutenant Vodery encloses a program of an entertain- ment, billed as "Fun in a Parisian Hotel." Among those taking part were Sergeants Lofton, Granstaff Cole, Cooper, Thorpe, Corporals Smith and Richardson and Private Williams. The program is designed by Corporal Smith, a clever cartoonist. Want-Musicians in Navy. Colored men may now enlist in the Navy as musicians, according to a communication just received from the U. S. Navy Recruiting Station, 34 E. 23d street, which states: "Enlistments in the rating of musician which was closed for some time is again open. The Navy Department has authorized all recruiting officers to secure as many men as possible for this rating. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30. American citizens, able to read music and play easy grade on band instruments, either string or brass. Men enlisting for this branch of the service will be transferred to the Naval Training Station, Newport, R. L., for a course of instruction in the Musician School. Hospital corpsmen and others, are also needed." THEATRICAL JOTTINGS. Glenn & Jenkins are at the Orpheum, Madison, Wis. Simons & Warfield are at the Palace, Superior, Wis. Tabor & Green are at the Orpheum, South Bend, Ind. The Old Time Darkies are at Pantages Theatre, Victoria, B. C. Anderson & Goins are at the Orpheum Theatre, Lima, O. Smith & Troy are at the Sun Theatre, Springfield, O., with the Murry, Richmond, Ind., to follow. Peat & Stevens are playing at Ackers' Theatre, Nova Scotia. Dora Dean & Co. are at the Palace, Orleans, N. Y. Harper & Banks are playing in Pittsfield, Mass. The Eight Black Dots are at Loew's, Greeley Square and Metropolitan, Brooklyn. Grundy & Young, are dividing the week between Loew's Nero, New Rochelle, N. Y., and Loew's Avenue B, New York. Chappelle & Stennett are splitting the week between Proctor's 23rd Street Theatre and Keith's, Jersey City: The Seven Musical Spillers are at the Playhouse, Passaic, N. J. Parker & Montgomery are at Camp Dix, N. J., with Camp Mills, N. Y., to follow. Miller & Lyles are at the Temple Theatre, Detroit. Moss & Frye are at the Princess Theatre, Montreal, Can. Davis & Greenlee are at Proctor's Theatre, Troy, N. Y. Mable Whitman & Co. are at the Opera House, York, Pa. Eddie Leonard & Co. are at the Orpheum, St. Louis. Valyda is at the Strand, Saginaw, Mich. The Four Harmony Kings are at the Orpheum, Los Angeles, Cal. It is gratifying to note that the policies appertaining to the employment by the Lafayette Stock Company of some of the "old set" of performers is changing, and to my mind it is indeed a good move. The older performers bring with them the temper and poise born of long experience, and when they have adjusted themselves to the tumultuous atmosphere of melodrama which seems to be in favor at the Lafayette Theatre at present, I am sure there will be mutual benefit derived by their association. Charles S. Gilpin is a member of one of the companies and is playing in Washington this week. Charles L. Moore is working "on-stare" with the "Convict 999" company in town: He is doing a small part, a very small part, but I presume when he has mastered his "sea leg" he will be given something to do. By Bob Slater. equal to his ability, for the memory of his interpretation of the character Mr. Folk in "The Pride of Race" lingers pleasurably, for indeed it was ably done. CLEFTITES AT SELWYN EVERY SUNDAY EVENING EVERY SUNDAY EVENING The Clof Club Arabian Nights have taken up the Belwyn Theatre as their place of abode every Sunday evening for the balance of the season. The public has taken kindly to the rollicking entertainment furnished by this clever aggregation. ATTRACTIONS AT THE LAFAYETTE THEATRE If you enjoy a play of thrills, suspense and laughter, then see "Convict 999," which is the attraction being presented by the Players at the Lafayette Theatre this week. That it will attract capacity audiences all the week is certain, for there is a big demand for felvations. The play is splendidly acted. Walker Thompson as Dick Thurston, later known as "Convict 999," is giving as Lafayette SEVENTH AVENUE SEVENTH AVE—132ND STREET WEEK OF MAR. 3 THE BIG DRAMAT HAL REID'S FAMOUS "THE 'CONVIO' Just Brimming Over With Thrilla Not a Single Dull Moment From the Start THRILL With That Incompatible WALKER THOMPSON And all the favorites PHONE MORNINGSIDE WEEK OF MAR. 10TH ATTN THE BANNER ATTRACT WALTER HOWARD'S OF LOVE A THE STORY OF Over a year at the Princess Theatre in Geat at the Manhattan Opera House and on prices. ANDNEW BISHOP and CLEO DESMOND ag This play is not to be confused with an in the first presentation of the play here a priced. SUNDAY VAUDEVILLE & Attraction. Exteriorary—THE 5—OTHER BIG ACTS-5 Non-professional Matinee in Ad Fayette Theatre SEVENTH AVE.—132ND ST. 123D STREET MON MAR. 3 IT'S GREAT, W THE BIG DRAMATIC HURRICANE D'S FAMOUS "THE WORLD OVER" CONVICT 99 Comming Over With Thrills and Excitement and L All Moment From the Start to the Finish—THE THRILLERS With That Incomperable Company of Artists ER THOMPSON EVELYN And all the favorites in splendid roles THE MORNINGSIDE 1811 FOR SEATS MAR. 10TH ATTRACTION EXTRA A BANNER ATTRACTION OF THE YE ALTER HOWARD'S STERLING DRAM OF LOVE AND WAR STORY OF THE ROOM at the Princess Theatre in London and Produced by Brittan Opera House and entreat for three years at ANDREW BISHOP as Capt. Paul Romain CLEO DESMOND as Venetia von Sabrani not to be confused with any other play with a sin station of the play here and the first time anyw VAUDEVILLE & PHOTOPLAYS Action. Exhibition—THE DARKTOWN CABAR BIG ACTS-4 HOSTS OF PHOTO Professional Matinee in Addition to Regular Pro THE STORY OF THE ROSARY Over a year at the Princess Theatre in London and Produced by Comstock and Geist at the Manhattan Opera House and entoure for three years at two ($2) dollar prices. ANDNEW BISHOP as Capt. Paul Romain CLEO DESMOND as Venetia von Sabrin This play is not to be confused with any other play with a similar title. This in the first presentation of the play here and the first time anywhere at popular priced. ANNOUNCEMENT !!! VICTORY RECEPTIO IN HONOR OF THE OFFICERS Famous 15th Reg't, Will be Given by the Woman's 369th U. S. Infa AT CENTRAL OPERA HOUSE 67 RY RECEPTION & RE PER OF THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS 15th Reg't, (369th U Given by the Woman's Auxiliary, 15th R 369th U. S. Infantry, (Inc.) OPERA HOUSE, 67th St. Bet 2nd VICTORY RECEPTION & RE-UNION Will be Given by the Woman's Auxiliary, 15th Regiment. 369th U. S. Infantry, (Inc.) At CENTRAL OPERA HOUSE, 67th St. Bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. A PLEASING PROGRAM. MUSIC BY 15TH REGT. INF. BAND Sergt. Henry Johnson and all the Heroes will be present GENERAL ADMISSION, 50 CENTS Reserved Seata, 75c. Boxes, $10 and $15, Including Admission. Miss S. Elizbeth Frexier, Press. Miss Henrietta Bowman, Chim Entertainment Com. TICKETS AND BOOKS MAY BE PROCEDURED AT HEADQUARTERS, 2217-7th AVE. COOL 131st STREET, N. Y. CLEF CLUB ARABIAN NIGHTS fine an exhibition of action as ever seen on the Lafayette stage, while Evelyn Ellis was never seen in a more charming role than that of Alice Bradstone. Tom Brown is giving another brilliant characterization in his portrayal of Judge Bradstone. J. L. Criner is at his best in the "heavy role" of John Blairdell, the crafty Assistant District Attorney. Charles Olden as Tom Thurston, while not a prominent role, plays it finely, while Inez Clough as Mariem Lancaster, the adventures, and Ethel Watts as Blanche Page, do very well. Barrington Carter as Abie Blockstein and Mattie Wilkes as Rackael furnish the laughs and there are many. Walter Robinson, Jackie Bradford, D. L. Moore, Mr. Walters and other members of the company handle their characters very well. No problem play, but a vital, gripping drama of the moment is offered next week in "The Story of the Rosary," by Walter Howard. The play has excited unusual interest at this time, its plot and characters being so suggestive of the war on the Continent. It tells of the Red Dragoons' call to the front, the hasty marriage of Capt. Paul Romain THE Theatre E.—132ND ST. MORNINGSIDE 1811 IT'S GREAT, WONDERFUL ATLIC HURRICANE THE WORLD OVER" SUCCESS ACT 999' and Excitement and Laughter to the Finish—THE THRILLER OF Sellers Company of Artists EVELYN ELLIS In splendid roles 1811 FOR SEATS NOW TRACTION EXTRAORDINARY TION OF THE YEAR ASTERLING DRAMA AND WAR THE ROSARY London and Produced by Cometock and tour for three years at two ($2) dollar Capt. Paul Romain Venetia von Babran by other play with a similar title. This and the first time anywhere at popular PHOTOPLAYS SUNDAY DARKTOWN CABARET HOSTS OF PHOTOPLAYS Addition to Regular Program ION & RE-UNION AND MEMBERS OF THE (369th U. S. Inf.) Auxiliary, 15th Regiment.entry, (Inc.) Clef Club Singers and Players Managing Corporation, Inc. 134 West 53rd St. New York City A GILT-EDGED INVESTMENT Capital Stock $15,000. Par Value $10 Per Share. To our Stockholders and other friends, that they may be reminded of our desire to be of service to them, and what we will do for them on our new stock issue to be paid for in full on or before May 31st, 1919. Your money will be invested in New York City real estate in the heart of the city. In our opinion there is no better or safer investment, and you will receive at the rate of 6% per annum from date of issue of stock to you. Your investment is in the most widely and best known organization of its kind in the world. We shall build a club hotel, which is sorely needed, in the busiest city in the world. Small investors are especially welcomed, for obviously, the more stockholders the Clef Club has the more friends will be interested in its welfare. The Clef Club of New York is a bonanza for investors. In 1918 $72,000 was paid out by us for services rendered: and Venetia von Sahran, the clash of arms, the disappearance of Paul, the artifices of his rival, and the return of the hero as his bride is about to take the veil. Sunday afternoon and evening the management will offer a superb program of vaudeville and picture features. There will be six big time acts and many of the newest releases in screen hits. At the matinee and in addition to the regular program of features, there will be a non-professional performance and the most successful artists will be given prizes. SYNCOPATED ORCHESTRA AT 44TH ST. THEATRE The New York Syncopated Orchestra will appear Sunday evening at the 44th Street Theatre in a vocal and instrumental program, Will Marion Cook, director, Frank Wither, "Buddy" Gimore, George Jones, Jr., and the Exposition Four will appear. After the performance the company will leave on its second western tour. ST. CHRISTOPHER DEFEATS SPARTAN. The St. Christopher Red and Black Machine defeated their most dangerous rivals, the Spartan Green and Gold Jug-gernaut, at Manhattan Casino last Friday by the score of 36-21. They have practically cinched the championship, having won every game so far this season, with only one more on their schedule, the Carlton Y. M. C. A. Lightning Five of Brooklyn at Labor Lyceum on March 14. The Spartan boys started off as if they were going to slaughter the Machine, scoring 10 points before St. C. had registered one. The champions by This organization is being increased to FIFTY and can place a few lt Class musicians, pre- ference being given to men doubling in or- chestra. Musicians now serving under draft can be inducted into regular service. WRITE The Musical Sensation of the Season A REVELATION IN MELODY, VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL UNLIKE ANY OTHER ENTERTAINMENT EVER STAGED WILL MARJON COOK, (the Famous Colored Orchester) CONDUCTOR The Greatest Assemblage of Talented Artists, Vocalists and Musicians of the Colored Race Ever Brought Together, Presenting a Smashing Program of Characteristic Negro Musical Art, in Ragtime Jazz and Syncopated Melody. INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING GREAT STARS: BUDDY GILMORE, The Celebrated Drummer of the Vernon Castle Tours FRANK WITHERS, Great Trombonist who introduced "The Blues" to N.Y. ORIGINAL LENWOOD QUARTET, Sensation of Zeigfeld's Midnight Frolic GEORGE JONES, America's Greatest Negro Bartone. EXPOSITION JUBILEE FOUR. Prominent Exponents of Synconation. Seats on Sale at Box Office and Shippa, 2287 7th Ave. cool and steady playing gradually crept upon their opponents and took the lead which they never gave up. The St. Christopher team as usual played wonderful basketball. Their accuracy in making baskets and clever team work bewildered their tired opponents, so that after the start of the second half there was no doubt as to who was going to be the winner. The first half ended with St. C. leading by the score of 18-16. Line up: St. Christopher (36)—G. Fiall, H. Jenkins, Parker (C. Bradford), J. Capers, C. Jenkins. Spartan (21)—H. Slocum (Turner). A. Dash (Wallace), H. Johnson, Mc- Donald (G. Capers), S. Gumbs. Referee H. Stibbard 44TH STREET SUNDAY NIGHT The Musical Sense A REVELATION IN MELODY, VOCAL ANY OTHER ENTERTAINMENT THE WORLD FAMOUS NEW YORK SYNCOPATH WILL MARION COOK, (the Famous The Greatest Assemblage of Talented Art Colored Race Ever Brought Together of Characteristic Negro Musical Art, in H A CONCLAVE OF THE WORLD MOST EMINENT COLORS INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING BUDDY GILMORE, The Celebrated D FRANK WITHERS, Great Trombonist ORIGINAL LENWOOD QUARTET, Singer GEORGE JONES, America's Greatest N EXPOSITION JUBILEE FOUR, Promo PRICES: 500 Seats on Sale at Box Office and GLEF CLUB OF THE CITY OF N.Y. INCORPORATED 1910 Singers and ing Corporati CLARENCE WHITE IN EAST ST. LOUISE. EAST St. Louis, Ill.-Clarence Cameron White, assisted by T. Theo. Taylor, pianist, highly entertained 2,500 colored and white employees during the noon period here recently. Never before had this large group of men and women been given the opportunity of hearing such music. Many of the white employees openly admitted that they did not know there were any Negroes so proficient in classical music. The manager and his staff expressed satisfaction with the program. George W. Buckner, Urban League, made a short talk to the executive secretary of the employees on post-war duties, before introducing Mr. White, and Mr. Taylor. ET THEATRE NIGHT, MARCH 9. Aation of the Season SOCIAL AND INSTRUMENTAL UNLIKE INVENTION EVER STAGED USS AND UNRIVALED FED ORCHESTRA OF 50 as Colored Opposer; CONDUCTOR Artists, Vocalists and Musicians of the Pier, Presenting a Smashing Program Ragtime Jazz and Syncopated Melody. WORLD'S GREATEST AND FED MUSICAL ARTISTS BLOWING GREAT STARS: Drummer of the Vernon Castle Tours. It who Introduced "The Blues" to N.Y. Generation of Zeigfeld's Midnight Frolics. Negró Baritone. Equipent Exponents of Syncopation. C TO $2.00. And Shipps, 2287 7th Ave. Club Players d Players A Million Eyes Turned Upon it Daily AGENTS EVERYWHERE SUPPRISE IN REPUTATION SOLD EVERYWHERE IN U.S.A. WE NOT THE GLOBE Appeal notice that will be sent as soon as possible SINCE A NEW AGENT'S A LEVEL Henry C. L. Walker 600 West at kentlandville, kentland. Give opportunity for appraisal. RALLEIGH, N. C.-Thomas T. Dows and March 1. and was borne by the Order of Odd Fellows. Principal at St. Paul's Church Monday at 3 o'clock. The Rev. Avery presided a sermon to Camp Polk soldiers Sunday night at St. Paul's Church. G. W. Fleming, South Wilmington street, was on the rick list last week but in out again. Private Charlie Lee has returned from overseas. Harper Fleming was in the city on a short visit from Kittrell Col- Baleigh, N. C.—On Feb. 11, Mrs. Lulu Taylor Harris delightfully entertained in honor of Mrs. Maggie Leah Halley of Saratoga Springs, N. Y. The evening was spent in games, after which chicken salad, sandwiches, cream, cake, and hot chocolate were served. The guests enjoyed Mrs. Maggie Leah Halley. Mrs. Baldin Hamlin Rogers of Husdon, W. Va. Medasmodes Lucile Hunter, Addie Alexander, Sallie Gray, Geneva Williams, Alice Jones, Misses Dolle Manly, Minne Plough, Lucy Pearce and Annie Thomas. C. E. Askew, Jr., aged 6, only child of the Rev. and Mrs. Askew, pastor of the First Baptist Church, died Sunday night after an illness of three weeks. He was a patient little sufferer and an unusually bright child. The funeral of Mrs. Lulu Gary Gould of Norfolk was held from the First Baptist Church Sunday, February 10. Mr. Gould was the daughter of John O. Gary. She was buried with Household of Ruth honors. Mrs. Lucy McClain died Feb. 7 after a week's illness. Her funeral was held at the Tupper Memorial Church Sunday. The Rev. K. C. Holt prescheduled the funeral sermon. She was buried with the honors of the Samaritan Lodge. Ellison Williams' funeral was held from Martin Street Baptist, Church Feb. 10. He was a faithful member of this church and had been deacon for many years. John Reshaw, an old citizen, died last Friday. Funeral was held from First Congregational Church Feb. 10. The Rev. P. R. DeBerry officiated. Mrs. Emily Wilson is improving, having been quite sick with pneumonia. Mrs. Christine Perry White of Augusta, Ga., has returned after a visit to her parents, Mr. and Mra. Charles Perry of Davie street. The Rev. W. A. Jones died at St. James Hospital after a week's illness. He was a strong and energetic pastor. His funeral was held from the First Baptist Church Thursday afternoon. A large concourse of friends paid the last tribute of respect. He was buried with Masenic and Eastern Star honors having been patron of the Star. DR. ISAAC L. THOMAS DEAD. BAYMORE, Md.—The funeral of the Rev Dr. Isaac L. Thomas, one of the best known Methodist ministers in the country, was held at Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church Thursday afternoon, January 30. The deceased died at this home in Washington, Sunday, following a long illness. He was born in Maryland in 1861. In 1904, while pastoring Sharp Street Memorial Church, he was elected a field secretary of the Board of Home Missions and Church Extension of the M. E. Church. This work took him to all parts of the country. Two years ago, when his health began to fail, he resigned to lift higher work as superintendent of the Washington district of the Washington Conference. He had become a delegate to several general conferences of the M. E. Church. U NEED A HOME We have them, or will build to order. If you have $100 or $200 it will do the act. HOMESEEK- ERS, 107 High St., Cranford, N. : Main Office, 147 E. 8th St. oselle, N. J. Agents wanted. far. 1-4t Nail & Parker REAL ESTATE VIL. MORNINGSTONE 7000 & 7030 15 W. 135th St. New York Pennsylvania Va.—The depression to acquire valuable and desirable permanent buildings by groups of ten in New York is it must be done by the United States. The land owned was made by Royal Lodge No. 77, I. R. P. Q. R. in the payees by the request of the beautiful property at 611 Byrne street, at a cost of $400. It is in the heart of the town on a street, affording every city convenience. It has eight rooms, on a lot 70 x 200 foot, with a beautiful lawn with sample shade trees. The lodge will improve to suit its requirements and occupy at once. The transports of Royal Lodge are: C. T. Meyers, William May, A. Z. King, Hector Word and Dr. U. S. McKay. R. H. Harris is exalted ruler and Jas. H. Brooks, secretary. The many friends of Miss Eva Wynne, 305 South street, are glad to have every visitor present at her home. A member of Indies in Gilford Church, with Mrs. Arlene Walker, 215 Guarantee street, chairman, presented their pastor, the Rev. S. A. Brown, with a purse of $43 upon his forty-third birthday, to purchase a Spring suit. Mrs. Robt. H. Valentine was successfully operated on at the Wm. A. Crowden Memorial Hospital Sunday, by Dr. J. B. Darden. The patient is reported to be doing nicely. CHAMBERSBURG, PA. CHAMBERSBURG, Pa.—The New Era Movement is well on the way in Hope Church. The "sixty minute man," on his visit, spoke very favorably of this organization. March 23 will be Victory Day. The pastor, the Rev. William L. Button, attended the New Era Conference held in Philadelphia last week and brought back with him a store of fresh ammunition. He also gave a tail on the movement. Hope Church looks mighty bright with her new electric lights, which were installed last week. On Monday, March 3, the Rev. Wm. L. Burton read a paper to the Chambersburg Ministerium (white). His subject was: "What We Have Done and What We Hope For." He gave as the basis of the race's progress a whole-same dissatisfaction with present conditions and a dogged determination, in spite of all handicaps, to rise to the full level of American citizenship. Quoting H. G. Wells on "Race Prejudice," he called upon the members of the Ministerium to hit that most hellish of all evils and hit it hard. Mrs. Mary C. Norman has been critically ill for the past week. Among others sick are Miss Jessie Norris, Mrs. Anna Christian, Mrs. Hannah Howard, Mrs. Rouse Lyttle, and Mrs. Nora Ransom. The parlor social held at the home of Mrs. David Robinson on Thursday was very successful. The Camp Fire Girls, of which Mrs. Wm. L. Burton is head, gave a fine dinner at the home of Mrs. Willard, realizing over $22. Miss Blondine Jones gave a very entertaining parlor social at the home of her parents on South Main street for the benefit of the Camp Fire Girls. Miss Mary Curtis held a party last Saturday evening at the home of Mrs. Craig. Mr. and Mrs. James Webster have a fine little daughter. Both mother and daughter are doing nicely. In the second roll call on Sunday night at Hope Church the Scouts, under the leadership of Miss Grace Starkes, took first rank. They reported $11. Saved From Eleastrecution. NORFOLK, VA.—Quick action by a petty officer prevented angry enlisted men of the navy from electrocuting a Negro whom they suspected of having slashed a comrade with a razor last night. The fight occurred on a crowded trolley car. E. J. Hahn, an enlisted man, tried to force the Negro to go into the "Jim Crow" section of the car and a fight resisted. Sailors seized the Negro suspected of the cutting and were endeavoring to lift him up to the trolley wire when the petty officer intervened and persuaded them to let the police handle the situation. Examinera In Conference. PHILADELPHIA, PA.—The first conference of examiners and other attaches of the U. S. Employment Service of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania was held Saturday, February 1, at 2 P.M. in the rooms of the Women's Division of the U. S. Employment Service, 1313 Arch street. About 175 examiners and attaches were present. Mrs. Carita Owens Collins, examiner in the Women's Division at 514 South Broad street, was the only colored person present, being the only colored examiner in the State. The afternoon session of the conference was followed by a dinner at the Hotel Walton: GRUNDERBORO, M. C. Grunderboro, M. C.—Preparatory to a big seminar given, which is being planned by the Grunderboro Branch, A. A. C. B. Dr. A. M. B. Riggs, president of the Local Branch, Grunderboro, an organization that the Grunderboro Committee, recommendations of the Minuteral Union, and a few of Grunderboro's most noted and public-minded women, to lay plans for the meeting which is to be held at Trinity A. M. K. Zion Church, March 10. Dr. James E. Shappard, president of the National Training School, will be asked to address the meeting. The work of the Grunderboro branch has been greatly retarded by the epidemic of Spanish influenza. Only recently have the city authorities lifted the quarantine. Dr. J. B. Dudley, president of the Agricultural and Technical College, has returned from Tufts University, where he attended a conference on vocational education of the heads of all agricultural institutions. Dr. Dudley was accompanied on his trip by Lieut. F. S. Uphur, who also had business in the South. Prof. A. L. Mebage, for a number of years director of the A. & T. College farm and teacher of agriculture, has recently resigned to become a part of the North Carolina State Agricultural Department. He has already entered upon his new duties, which take him throughout the state, but he still retains his office on the A. & T. College campus. A number of A. & T. students who have been in the Army, are returning to the college for the spring term work. These former students have very recently been discharged and a number of them have seen service in France. Lieut. H. G. Wilder, commandant of the R. O. T. C., spent the week-end in Raleigh. Lieut. Wilder was formerly in command of the S. A. T. C. Unit at Shaw University, from which post he was sent to the A. & T. College. Judging from the number of inquiries and applications, the A. & T. authorities feel that the coming summer school session will be the largest since the work was started more than twenty ago. Prof. F. D. Bluford, a graduate of Union and Howard Universities, will direct the work. FARMVILLE, VA FARMVILLE, VA—We had our first snow of the season Sunday morning, Feb. 9, but all the churches were well attended. The Rev. J. H. Wiley of the First Baptist delivered two excellent discourses. The B. Y. P. U. had a very interesting meeting at 3:30 p. m. The Rews. J. H. Ross, D.D., Presiding Elder, and J. R. Augustus pastor of the A. M. E. Church visited the school and gave the pupils and teachers some wholesome and timely remarks. Miss Willie Stitt who teaches at Virginia T. S. and C. Lynchburg, spent the week end with her aunt, Mrs. J. H. Wiley. At Ely street Hall Monday night, Feb. 24, there was a Washington celebration and a comedy entitled, "The Case Against Case." On February 17 at 7:30 p.m. Miss Annie Riddie gave a surprise birthday party in honor of her grandmother, Mrs. Margaret Evans of Chambers street, celebrating her 90th birthday. Those who enjoyed the delicacies and music were Mendames Julia Benton of the Mendames Infantry Hillton, Lut Coles Lotus Webb and Mr. Taswell Branch. Richard Hilton of the 300th Infantry is home with many interesting stories of the battle field. Miss Gladys McDaniel spent Sunday here from her school, the Bowling Green Institute. NATIONAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY. TUSKEGEE, ALA.—During a recent meeting of the A. & M. College presidents held at Tuskegee Institute, there was organized the National Historical Society. The purpose of this organization is to collect for perpetuation in the archives of all the states of the Union historical facts relating and pertaining to Negro soldiers who participated in the late war, and such other facts as may illustrate the progress, loyalty and achievements of Negroes. Dr. R. R. Wright, president of the State College at Savannah, Georgia, was elected president, and Jas. B. Dudley, president of the A. & T. College, Greenboro, N. C., secretary. Other members include: President N. B. Young, Tallahassee; W. H. Hale, Tennessee; J. S. Clark, Louisiana; R. J. Rowan, Mississippi; J. G. Osborne, Texas; Monroe N. Work, Tuskegee Institute. Flattery. SHE (relating experience)—Really for a time I was quite beside myself. HE—You had a charming companion—Boston Transcript. Wasserman, D. C.-R., William S. Lofman, oldest colored dentist in the District of Columbia, of 1533 M street, died on Saturday afternoon last, at 5 o'clock. He was the founder and first president of the Robert Freeman Dental Society, of which all the dentists in the District of Columbia are members. Funeral services were held from St. Augustine Church on Wednesday morning when high mass was sung. Min. Luna Terrell Jones, principal of Children's House at Tuskegee Institute, is the guest of her brothers, Judge Robert H. and William Terrell, having been called to the city by the death of her sister, Miss Mary K. Henry. I was much interested in observing a new motorist on the car I came to my office on this morning. He had got his old job back. He was young, husky and white. He did not appear to be satisfied and happy. Street car motorists seldom do. There is a reason—the job is not a desirable one. What attracted me most was that the motorist wore soldier clothes, even to the overcoat. The blue cap he wore was the only piece of clothing to indicate that he was now in the service of a corporation and not of Uncle Sam. He had applied for his old job and got it. In this case he did not displace a worker. He was allowed the same turture in the privilege of working as motorists, although plenty of them are capable, but in thousands and thousands of other cases the colored employee will have to seek another job when former white soldiers ask for employment. The shame and the pity of it. The American Committee for Relief in the Near East is an organization that is doing a very useful work and of which the Rev. A. C. Garner, Mrs. Gabrielle Petham, Ferdinand D. Lee and James A. Cobb are the moving spirits. They have been giving some highly interesting and instructive public entertainments at Dunbar High School, the last one, February 28, being citizen's night, when there was plenty of music and high-class oratory. Saturday, March 1, they gave a reception to overseas soldiers and sailors. There was a highly interesting discussion of the subject, "Rationalism, not Radicalism, the Basis of Our Social Reconstruction," as a reply to the address of the Rev. George Frazier Miller of Brooklyn, New York, who, on Tuesday evening, January 28, presented the radical side of the case. Prof. Charles M. Thomas and Miss Jeannette Carter were paired to present the opposite attitude and the alternative style. Prof. L. M. Hershaw and T. Thomas Fortune were paired in like manner, but Prof. Hershaw failed to make his appearance, so Mr. Fortune presented the rational side in support of Prof. Thomas. Sunday afternoon, the 14th ultimo, I attended the meeting at the Poli Theatre when the Bolshevik movement was discussed in such a way as to attract the attention of Congress and lead to a general investigation of the Bolshevik movement in this country. What attracted my attention, most were the enormous number and enthusiasm of the people and the fervor and eloquence of the speakers, and the utter absence of colored people. Last Sunday afternoon I attended a meeting pronouncedly opposite, and all American, at the same theatre, in which Congressman Dies of Texas was the star speaker. There were many other speakers, but Mr. Dries carried away in advocacy that Americanism and the true democracy, so that every citizen in the United States should receive his just share of it. In listening to him, and remembering the conditions that exist in Texas of wrong and outrage and discriminating class laws that destroy true democracy for a large part of the citizenship, it was easy to imagine that the Devil had been converted. But he was only talking. The National Association for the Consolidation of the Colored Race will soon hold a national congress in this city, according to its president, Edmund H. Armstrong, who is just as confident as an enthusiast can be that his organization will solve the race problems which are making all of us work over time. Colored folks don't call them conventions any more; shey call them congresses. It sounds bigger. A local newspaper says that "Mrs. L. Henson has learned that her son Charles has landed in New York through long distance telephone." The District of Columbia Choir Federation has elected the following officers: Prof. Wellington A. Adams, president; vice, I. E. Williamson; secretary, Miss Annie Sewall Elliott; treasurer, William H. Anderson. A bronze, bust was unveiled to Gen. O. O. Howard, the founder of Howard University, at Rankin Memorial Chapel on the campus, at Vesper service, last Sunday afternoon. Secretary George W. Cook made an address on "The Founder of Howard University as I Remember Him." W. W. Cochran, president of the college emmi, made an address on "We Owe to Howard University and President J. Simley Dukee spoke on "Men of Faith and Vision." The bronze bust was loaned to the university by Mrs. Elizabeth Howard Bancroft of Wilmington, Del. Excellent music was rendered by the vested choir. PROVIDENCE, R. I. PROVIDENCE, R. I.-The Misses Constance Branch, Vashti Maxwell and Ruth Scott spent Sunday in Westerly, R. I. as the guards of the Minnes Webster. The Twentieth Century V. A. L. met at the residence of Miss Daisy Alligan of Pownslash last Thursday evening. Mrs. Rosa Bradic is home from the hospital very much improved. William Piper, a student of Brown University, died at the Rhode Island Hospital Sunday night. Hilton Thornley, Sr. 20 Lincoln avenue, died at his home Sunday night. "Yep. Think of him there cooped up in the back yard of that Holland estate, when he might have all the infant of St. Helena to walk about."—Dutro Free EASTON, PA. KASPER, PA-The Allen, Doyless and Linneus publication was merely reprinted Wednesday evening, Feb. 12. Substances of apographies nature were read and sung. The address was made by Col. N. District of Easton. He said that Lincoln was the greatest man, from the beginning of the Republic to his time. His best work, was done when he signed the "Kenecipation Proclamation." Thus his清楚ness of character it was possible to judge. His moral character was founded on justice and truthfulness. After the address, the folks were well supplied in the basement of the church. Sidney Newby, a service man from overseas, arrived from France in New York on the Lewiseth. His sisters and friends are awaiting his presence at home. Mrs. Walwright has been sick for many weeks in the Easton Hospital. NEW ORLEANS, LA. NEW ORLANDS, LA.-Hon. Walter L. Cohen was reelected president of the Economy Mutual Aid Benevolent Association for the 25th time. The association is one of the most substantial, as well as one of the oldest of its kind in the city, and counts among its members some of the best known colored citizens. The Mothers' Club of Xavier University raised $450 and the students raised $100, according to an announcement made by Father J. S. Clarke, chaplain, Sunday night at the close of an illustrated lecture on "Ben Hur" by Brother Laurentia. The Thomy Lafon Playground was the place of a memorial meeting in memory of the late Theodore Roosevelt, Sunday afternoon, but it had turned so cold that the attendance was small. Quite a number of colored men from New Orleans in the American Expeditionary Forces in France have returned home. A good many from here who did not get to go to France but were in camps ready to leave when the armistice was signed have also come back home on their discharge papers. A plan is in the making for the organization of the soldiers in a body for the purpose of "going to the front" for the race, whenever the race wants anything done for it by the powers that be. HOT SPRINGS, VA Hot Smangs, VA.—On account of the influenza there have been no services at Smith Chapel for several weeks. But on last Sunday night the Rev. C. W. Wright preached to an appreciate congregation. Anticipating an early and big season, headwaiter N. F. Berry and Captain Walter Harris, head bellman at the Homestead, are marshaling their forces. Among the recent arrivals here are M. H. Spunlock, W. R. Mullin, O. E. Watkins, L. S. Spunlock, R. M. Bondurant, O. R. Bugg, W. R. Mullin, Gromer Lynchbaugh, C. M. Spurlock, Forester Newman, Spurlock, Edward Hayes, James S. Coleman, William Marshall, Fincastle; G. G. Goode, Bernard Tyler, David Lounds, Washington, D. C.; W. L. Logan, Charlotteville, Va. On Thursday afternoon Feb. 20, a matinee and dance were given at Hotel Twerdy by Mrs. W. P. Tweedy, in honor of Mrs. Lizzie Braxton of Philadelphia. Among the invited guests were: Mrs. Preston Jones, Mrs. Lizzie Braxton, Mrs. Louise Dickson, Mrs. Florance Dickson, Miss Lillie Dickson, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Early, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Calbert, G. R. Wood and T. H. Banks, Mrs. Eva Simmons has returned from a pleasant visit to friends in Charleston, W. Va. A. K. Taylor who has been confined to his home by rheumatism for several weeks, is able to be out again. John Flood of Switchback and Walter Massie of Warm Springs are both confined at their homes by rheumatism. John Pullin of Warm Springs, who had an attack of appendicitis last week, was taken to the hospital at Clifton Ford, where he was successfully operated upon and is now getting on nicely. Mrs. Mabel Hughes of Warm Springs, who had been ill several weeks with a complication of diseases, died Friday night, Feb. 21. She is survived by her husband, Charles Hughes, and a number of relatives. The funeral services and burial were at Warm Springs Sunday. His many friends here were shocked to hear of the sudden death of Mr. Greenleaf in New York City. FLORENCE. S. C. FLORENCE, S. C.-Jonas Thomas, among the heading Negro farmers of the South, passed through the city recently en route to his home at Bennettville, S. C. He reads The New York A75, and highly commended it to the reporter. Brown, having received his honorable discharge from the Army, is now teaching the public school at Minisville. Dr. S. Sidney Scott is home from the Army. H. D. Dupier, a student of Morris College, Sumter, passed through the city recently returning from Marion, to the college. The Rev. G. B. Fladger of Latta, passed through the city returning from his work at St. Charles. Miss Lena Mae Webster of the city graded school was indisposed, but is out again. W. J. McDonald has opened a first class grocery and dry goods store in the new joint stock hall in Mullins street. W. P. Rush has added some improvements to his prosperous business in Marion street. He is doing a fine business. PORTSMOUTH, N. H. PORTSMOUTH, N. H.—The enlisted men of the Navy, assisted by the Granite State Command, gave a pleasing concert at the Navy's Baptist Church last Thursday evening, for the benefit of the Panther's All Society. The Granite State Gate Club held their annual reception and indulged night at their rooms on Daniel Street last Friday evening, which was well attended. The Rev. J. R. Randolph went to Lawrence, Mass., last Sunday, where he preached the annual sermon for the Knights of Pythia. Arthur H. Allen spent Saturday and Sunday, with his family in Providence, R. I. H. H. Howard, Washington street sent Saturday, and Mrs. George H. Straughan, Mrs. George H. Straughan, Bovet street, received the news, Feb. 24 of the death of her sister, Mrs. George H. Harris, in Brooklyn, N. 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The mother and a granddaughter also survive her. Men's day services were held at Bethel A. M. K. Church, Sunday, large congregation attending each service. A reception to converts in the recent revival was held Monday night. The thirty-fourth anniversary of Sharon Baptist Church and of the pastorate of its founder, the Rev. Dr. W. M. Alexander, was the occasion for services, beginning Sunday with a hymnary parmon by the congregation has grown by 1700 members. Prof. R. B. McRary, a prominent North Carolinian, is undergoing special treatment at Johns Hopkins Hospital He was visited by his friend, Dr. C. S. Brown of Winton, N. C., a few days ago. Lieut. James B. Williams, writing from Petrograd, states that members of the 368th Infantry expect to be back in the United States shortly. Mrs. Bertie Davis of New York City visited relatives here Sunday. NEW HAVEN CONN NEW HAVEN, Conn.—The Rev. Misa E. L. Howard, a well-known evangelist, will conduct the revival meetings for one week at the St. Paul's Union A. M. E. Church on Webster street beginning Sunday, February 16. The Young People's Society of St. Paul's held their eighteenth anniversary and reception at the church on February 9 and March 10. The Church Street, are parents of a baby girl, Berulah Erwin Rogers. The Sonora Camp Fire Girls will give an "Italian Fiesta" at the Dixwell Avenue Congregational Chapel February 14. NORWICH, CONN Norwich, Conn.—Master John Milton Randall is confined at his home on Treadway avenue with a severe cold. The Rev. Benjamin F. Williams of Providence, R. I., former pastor of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, visited friends in Norwich last week. Mrs. Agnes Lacy of High street is confined at her home with the gripe. A birthday surprise was given Mrs. Frances Evans Monday night by Harrison Grayson. Covers were laid for twenty-five. At the annual meeting of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church the reports read showed a profitable year. The treasurer's report was read and was pleasing to the members. The officers for the enquiry year are: Clerk. Mrs. Annie Drury, reelected; treasurer, S. W. Lacy, reelected; assistant clerk, Miss Alice Williams; Sunday School superintendent, Mrs. Frances Evans; assistant superintendent, J. W. Williams; secretary, Worth Howard; assistant secretary, James Green; treasurer, William Spivey; assistant Baden, J. S. Blake, Young Men's Bible Class; Mrs. Annie Drury, adult class; junior class, Mrs. Virginia Anderson; boys' class, Miss Alice Williams; primary class, Mrs. Cornella Spivey; infant class, Miss Alice Perrin. At the Grace Memorial Baptist Church the Rev. Mr. Ellison from Fairfield preached all day Sunday. The Rev. J. S. Blake of New London preached Sunday morning. In the evening he took for his subject, "What Think Ye of Christ." At both services there was an unusually large congregation. Baltimoreans Buying Homes. BALTIMORE, MD—The segregation spirit broke out here again a few days ago, when a colored family moved into 2516 McCulloh street. The front of their home and steps were smeared with black paint, and the door to keep miscreants away. Colored people are now acquiring fine homes all over the city. HARRISBURG, PA Herrickson, Pa. — A tribute such as the colored men of Hartnough have accorded no other man in public life was paid Queen Theodore Roosevelt at the various churches on Sunday. The principal memorial service was held at 3 o'clock at the Forum, whose auditorium was filled to its capacity. The speaker for the occasion was Kris Alice Dunbar Nelson, wife of R. J. Nelson of this city and a teacher of English in the Howard High School of Wilmington, Del. "Fear God and Take Your Own Part," the subject of address, she said, should be the alone of our race. The human qualities and general characteristics of Col. Roosevelt characterize us at length, stories being related in how he disregarded race, creed or color in his treatment of men. Dr. S. L. Leahen attended at the sporting. Dr. C. L. Clarker, in a well-choose words, made the response in behalf of the forum. Appropriate music was rendered by a quartet from St. Stephen's Blessed Church. "Let Your Words Be Without Covetousness" was the subject of an excellent discourse delivered by the Rev. I. H. Ringold, presiding elder, at Bethel Church Sunday morning. Bishop J. S. Caldwell of Philadelphia visited the A. M. E. Zion churches here Sunday, preaching at the Harris and Wesley during the day. The Rev. E. M. Wicks preached at the Second Baptist Sunday morning. After a three weeks' visit with her aunt, Mrs. Edward Smith, Miss Mary Lou Williams left Sunday for her home in White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. She was accompanied as far as Washington, D. C., by her aunt. Miss Brine Scott is recovering from her recent illness. Her services for Samuel Hall, who died Tuesday, were conducted from his home, 1312 Williams street, Friday at 3 o'clock by the Rev. S. A. McNeil. The Soral tributes were numerous and beautiful. -Mr. Hall was a veteran of the Civil War and one of the oldest employees at the Harrisburg postoffice. He leaves two daughters. Miss Lissie Brent died from the effects of a stroke at the home of her sister, Mrn. Kate Wiggington, Resee street, George Sweney, 1422 Resee street, who has been quite ill, was taken to the Harrisburg Hospital on Sunday. BALTIMORE COUNCIL CANDIDATES. BALTIMORE, Md.—Four candidates has qualified for the Republican Councilman nomination in the Seventeenth Ward, Tuesday. They are: William L. Fitzgerald, Louis H. Davenport, George A. Watty and Alexander-Williams. Voters in the Fourteenth Ward have signed a big petition asking Attorney T. McQuinn to be a candidate. HEART LEAF Hair Tone Natures Famous Rescedy for growing LONG and BEAUTIFUL HAIR. 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