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AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THIS PAPER WILL BRING THE BEST RESULTS. VOLUME XVII. NO. 14 FAILED TO REACH AN AGREEMENT JOINT METHODIST COMMISSION ON UNIFICATION...FOUND: NO SOLUTION OF ITS NEGRO MEM- BERSHIP PROBLEM. Baltimore, Jan. 2.—After adopting a resolution that leaves open the door for future negotiations and sets June 27 as the date for the next meeting, the joint commission on unification of the Methodist Episcopal church and the Methodist Episcopal church, south, adjourned today. It is understood the disposition of the Negro Methodists was the one problem for which no solution was found. Bishop Earl Cranston, of the northern body, was named chairman of a committee appointed to deal with this question and report at the next meeting. The resolution says it was agreed that the fundamental and vital issues were the general conference and its powers; the jurisdiction conferences, their number and powers, and the status of the Negro membership of the Methodist Episcopal church in the re-organized church. "It was believed," the resolution continues, "that if agreement should be reached touching the three items mentioned above, with time and patience and with the help of the Holy Spirit, the details of a plan for the unification of Methodism could be worked out." "We are happy to be able to report that we find ourselves in general agreement concerning many of the questions involved. However, in view of the magnitude of these questions, it was manifestly impossible for us to reach final conclusions. For further consideration, therefore, we have referred these subjects to strong committees, with instructions to present a detailed report at a session of the joint commission to be held June 27 at a place to be designated." MISS VANN ENDS SUCCESSFUL SEASON Miss Annie Mae Vann, traveling agent for The Journal and Guide, has returned to her home in Como, N.C., for a brief rest after several months of strenuous work in interest of the paper in North, South Carolina and Virginia. Miss Vann's work during the past six months far surpassed in results any similar period during the five years she has been connected with The Journal and Guide. She personally wrote in excess of fifteen hundred new subscriptions and an equal number of renewals during the latter half of 1915. She had planned to discontinue her newspaper work at the expiration of her five years' service, but decided, upon the urgent request of the publishers, to continue the work. For the next three months she will make Como her headquarters and will visit many of the towns within a radius of fifty miles of Norfolk. In the spring she will resume her field work on an extended scale. Y. M. C. A. NEWS. January 7th will be observed as W. A. Hunton Memorial Sunday throughout the United States and Canada, when special programs will be rendered commemorating the life and work of the late Senior International Secretary. The Norfolk Association will hold similar services at 4:30 o'clock. Short addresses will be delivered by Rev. E. H. Hunter, D. D., Portsmouth, Messrs. John H. Portlock, Thos. S. Bagnall, D. G. Jacox, C. C. Dogan, M. E. Diggs, Mrs. Laura E. Titus and a musical selection by Mrs. Annie Harper Davis. Others who desire will be given opportunity to make remarks appropriate to the occasion. On Monday evening, January 8th, a meeting of active members will be held at the building for the purpose of electing directors whose term of office expired December 31, 1916. Mr. John C. Dancy, Jr., has resigned the Boys' Secretaryship with the expectation of doing similar work in another field. Mr. Edward C. Rhodes of Norfolk, will have charge of Junior Department of the Association. WAITERS ENTERTAINED. (Special to Journal and Guide). (Special to Journal and Our Cape Charles, Va.—A number of the waiters from the steamer Maryland were given an auto trip to the Capeville Baptist Church Xmas Tree Dec. 26, 1916, by Mr. N. H. Nottingham, the old reliable, of Cape Charles. After mingling there for a short while, around this most beautiful tree, we were driven over to the commodious home of our host at Cheapside, Va., where we were served with abundance of nice things, which had been stored away in the old family cupboard. We are very grateful to Mr. Nottingham, and are at his service any time for a return trip. THIS ISSUE OF THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE IS LATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELAYS INCIDENT TO THE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF PRESSING, POWER EQUIPMENT, etc. OUR MECHANICAL PLANT IS AGAIN WORKING ORDER AND HEREAFTER THE PAPER WILL APPEAR PROMPTLY ON THE DAY OF PUBLICATION AS USUAL. The Journal and Guide FLORIDA NEGROES OWN KNITTING MILL Jacksonville, Fla.—As an evidence of the thrift and prosperity of Negroes in Florida, a small knitting mill established some years ago, all the capital in which was invested by Negroes, the factory giving employment to Negro boys and girls, has proved such a success that the incorporators are now greatly enlarging the plant and putting in new and modern machinery at a cost of approximately $100,000. As soon as the new plant is in operation it will give employment to a largely increased number of Negro youths, teaching them the intricacies of a profitable industry and making them better citizens. This industry has proved so successful that it has been an encouraged and liberally patronized one by the white people of Florida. MAN'S HOME HIS CASTLE, IS DECISION OF COURT Memphis, Tenn.—Upholding the contention that "a man's home is his castle and he has a right to defend it", which Judge John E. McCall emphasized in his charge, a jury in federal court here today awarded Matthew Harris, a Negro, $22,500 compensatory and $20,000 punitive damages in his suit against John A. Reichman, former sheriff of Shelby county, and members of a sherrif's posse. Harris, who sued for $100,00, was seriously injured when his home was dynamited in an attempt to dislodge him after he fired on the posse which was searching for one of his relatives. BIRTH OF NATION BARRED Mayor Refused To Allow It To Exhibit In Norwalk, Conn. Through the efforts of Rev. F. A. McCoy, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, Mr. W. H. Fisher and other prominent citizens, the notorious photo-play, "Birth of a Nation," was prevented from playing in Norwalk, Conn., during the month of December. After hearing the protest of the colored citizens Mayor Carl A. Harstrom ordered the engagement cancelled. Rev. Mr McCoy is a native of Norwalk. JANUARY CHAMPION FAR SURPASSES FORMER ISSUES Articles by Wm. H. Ferris, Mary B. Talbert and Geo. W. Harris, of National Interest. The January issue of THE CHAMPION MAGAZINE, the new Chicago publication, edited by the writer and poet, Fenton Johnson, has just come from the press. In appearance and material, it far surpasses any of the preceding issues. Wm. H. Ferris' article, "Colored Business Men I Have Known," is, in a few words, a life-like reproduction of some of the country's most successful business men, past and present. Of vital interest to women and women's clubs is Mary B. Talbert's "Appeal to Save the Douglas Home." An illustration of the old home of Frederick Douglas accompanies this article. Then, too, there is a humorous short story, "That Auto of Mine," by Melton Wade. Every colored citizen of the United States should read Geo. W. Harris' article, "The Clarion to Arms." REMEMBER THAT THE NEW LOCATION OF THE GUIDE PUBLISHING CO., INC. IS 743-15-17 HIGHLAND AVE., JUST OFF CHURCH STREET, CALL AND INSPECT OUR NEW HOME. LAMBERTS POINT ITEMS. Miss Sara Harmon Hodges, nurse-in-charge of the Boys' Department at Hampton Institute, accompanied by Hon. T. C. Walker and daughter, Miss Grace, of Gloucester County, spent a part of the Xmas holidays at Miss Hodges' home in Forty-fourth street. While here they attended the ball at the Tidewater Hall in Portsmouth, given by the Norfolk County Students' Club. On December 22 Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Cousin very beautifully entertained at their residence in Forty-fifth street, their guests, Mesdames Anita Shepard and Eva Rosa Hutchins, of Boston, Mass. Those invited were: Dr. and Mrs. Wilbur A. Drake, Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Melvin, Mr. and Mrs. Abram Harvey, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Coleman; Mesdames Leonia George and Cecelia McLeod; Miss Lillie Jones, Dr. G. Jarvis Bowen and Mr. Walter Drew, Miss Marie Kindred, Messrs. Earl Patterson, Malvin Kindred, Willie Cheatham and Clinton Bowman, students at Hampton, spent the holidays with their parents, and left Monday to resume their studies. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Riley of Portsmouth, have made their residence in Parker Ave., near Forty-fourth street, where Mr. Riley has opened a first-class meat store. After a lingering illness Miss Ernestine Palmer died Sunday night at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Palmer, cor. Elkhorn Ave. and Forty-fourth street. Aged 24 years. The funeral was held from Jerusalem Baptist Church, of which the deceased was a member, at 2:30 p. m., Tuesday. Rev. A. Hobbs, officiating. The remains were laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery. NORFOLK, VIRGINIA. JANUARY 6, 1917 FIELD SECRETARY NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE James Weldon Johnson The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, at the December meeting of the Board of Directors, appointed Mr. James Weldon Johnson to the newly created position of Field Secretary. Mr. Johnson is well known throughout America as contributing editor of The New York Age, as an author of distinction, and as prize winner in the recent contest of The Philadelphia Ledger for LYNCHING PROBABLE CAUSE OF MIGRATION Of The Fifty-four Persons Lynched During 1916 Fifty Were Negroes, Many For Trifling Offenses. (Special to Journal and Guide.) Tuskegee Institute, Ala.—In view of the widespread discussion of the causes back of the migration of Negroes to the North it is timely to consider the lynchings for the year just closed. I find according to the records kept by Monroe N. Work, head of the Division of Records and head of the Tuskegee Institute, that in 1916 there have been 54 lynchings. Of those lyncheds, 50 were Negroes and 4 were whites. This is 4 less Negroes and 9 less whites than were put to death in 1915 when the record was 54 Negroes and 13 whites. Included in the record are 3 women. Fourteen (14) or more than one-fourth of the total lynchings, occurred in the State of Georgia. Of those put to death 42, or 77 per cent of the total, were charged with offenses other than rape. The charges for which whites were lynched were murder, 3 suspected of cutting a woman, 1 (this a Mexican). The charges for which Negroes were put to death were, attempted rape, 9; killing officers of the law, 10; murder, 7; hog stealing, and assisting another person to escape, 6; wounding officers of the law, 4; rape, 3; insult, 2; for each of the following offenses one person was put to death: Shapping boy; robbing store; brushing against girl on street; assisting his son, accused of rape, to escape; entering a house for robbery or some other purpose; defending her son, who in defense of mother, killed man; fatally wounding a man with whom had quarreled; speaking against mob in act of putting a man to death; attacking a man and wife with club. Lynchings occurred in the following States: Alabama, 1; Arkansas, 4; Florida, 8; Georgia, 14; Kansas, 1; Kentucky, 2; Louisiana, 2; Mississippi, 1; Missouri, 1; North Carolina, 2; Oklahoma, 4; South Carolina, 2; Tennessee, 3; Texas, 9. Dr. N. W. Brown Visited City. Dr. N. W. Brown, formerly pastor of John M. Brown A. M. E. Church and Trinity Church, Berkley, spent several days in the city. Dr. Brown now has charge of one of the largest churches that he has ever pastored in McKeesport, Pa. His many friends were glad to see him. Norfolk Boys Pass Ohio Law Board. Messra. Robert B. and Chester H. Crumpler, formerly of Norfolk, have successfully passed the Ohio Law Board and will practice in Columbus, Ohio. Both of these young men are graduates of Norfolk Mission College and the Law Department of Howard University. ROANOKE ADVERTISEMENTS Now is the time to buy a home Houses in all sections of the Northwest at prices to suit and on easy terms. Call at any time. . ____ editorials on "Why Hughes Should be Elected." His appointment indicates that a consolidation of forces is being effected amongst colored Americans at the present time, and that the substantial unanimity of opinion expressed by the leaders of all schools of thought represented last summer at the Amenia Conference is working out in the direction of a more united front to the common enemies of the race. NORTH CAROLINA COLORED SCHOOLS ARE INSPECTED Raleigh, N. C.—After inspecting the three Negro Normal Schools in the State and two county training schools, Miss Sarah Walter, head of the teacher training department of Hampton Institute, Virginia, secured by the State Department of Education for the purpose of visiting these institutions with a view to recommending improvements that might be inaugurated, expressed herself as highly pleased with conditions as she found them, and declared that she saw signs of real progress. She was struck with the liberal views of the white people towards Negro education, and with the genuine interest of the county superintendents of education in the education of the Negro children as well as the education of the white children. Conferences were held at all of the schools, and an inspection was made of the class of work being done. The domestic science and industrial work at all showed up well. The students gave exhibitions of good cooking and sewing. The Slater Normal School, located at Winston-Salem, is in charge of Dr. S. G. Atkins, one of the foremost Negro educators in the State. Fayetteville Normal is in charge of Dr. E. E. Smith, another Negro educator of ability, who was minister to Liberian under the Cleveland administration. Dr. P. W. Moore, another prominent Negro educator, is in charge of the Elizabeth City Normal School, located in that city. Two county industrial schools for the colored race were also visited. These were at Method in Wake county, and Smithfield in Johnston county. On Sunday, December thirty-first, Rev. R. W. Ashburn preached an inspiring sermon. Among the social activities of the Christmas season were a play given by the eighth and ninth grades of the Blackstone Nottown Training School which was a success. Quite a number of young folks spent the holidays with parents. Mr. and Mrs. P. E. Walker, of Newark, N. J., spent the holidays with his mother, Mrs. Willis Jones. Mr. M. O. Fitzgerald, Mr. William Thomas, Rufus Stokes, Walter Pegram, students of Hampton Institute, spent the holidays here. Mr. Russell Stokes or Richmond, and Mr. W. S. Leigh were the guests of Mrs. Lizzie Greenhill. Mrs. Charles Humbert of Springfield, Mass., is spending some time as the guest of Dr. and Mrs. T. J. Woodridge. The funeral of Mr. Edward Cosin took place at Shiloh Baptist Church, Thursday, December 27th. Rev. R. W. Ashburn, officiated. The remains were laid to rest in Green View Cemetery. Rev. P. J. Woods, the new pastor of St. Peter's A. M. E. Zion Church, is leading his flock on to success. Rev. Woods came here from Chicago. Messrs. Willie Hawks, R. E. Jones, Sam. Fisher, Mesdames Ellen Hamlin, Annie Hawkes, Fannie Stokes, and Rosa Jones are among the leading members of St. Peter's Church. --- BLACKSTONE, VA. Dr. Dubois Critically Ill New York City, Jan. 4 Dr. W. E. B. Dubois, editor of The Crisis magazine and noted race leader is critically ill at St. Luke's Hospital. A second vital operation for kidney affection was performed upon him today in the hope of saving his life. He is reported sinking. FOUND HOLE IN THE PROHIBITION LAW Lawyer Harrison Establishes Right Of Non-residents Of State To Transport Whiskey. The Mapp prohibition law of Virginia is generally regarded as being air-tight so far as its restrictions on the use and possession of liquor are concerned, but a Norfolk lawyer in the person of Mr. J. M. Harrison, has found a way to absolve a non-resident of the State, sojourning temporarily on Virginia soil, from the operations of the law, in the matter of transporting whiskey across the borders. George Holt, who says that his legal residence is Goldsboro, N. C., was arrested for having too much liquor in his possession. Holt sought the legal advice of Mr. Harrison, who is one of Norfolk's enterprising young colored lawyers, and Mr. Harrison immediately instituted habeas corpus proceedings in his client's behalf before Judge Hanckel in the corporation court. Writ being denied him by Judge Hanckel, Mr. Harrison next applied to Judge Waddill of the federal court, who also denied the habeas corpus writ. Mr. Harrison then tried the case on its merits before Judge Arnold in Police Court with the result that Holt was dismissed, the court ruling that a non-resident of the State had a right to transport whiskey under the Virginia law. The case created considerable interest among the legal fraternity on account of the novel point raised by Lawyer Harrison. It established the right of interstate passengers under the law, such persons, under the ruling of the court, being immune from the operations of Section 65 of the Prohibition Act. Norfolk County Boys of Hampton Institute, Entertained. The Norfolk County Boys of the Hampton Institute gave their Eighth Annual Social at the Tidewater Auditorium on Wednesday, December the 27th from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments were served during the intermission. Those present were: Misses Grace Fargas, Margaret Bailey, Evelyn Lightner, Marie C. Thomas, Rosa E Gayle, Etta Jones, Annie Armstead, Adn Collins, Bertha Douglass, Edna Boyd, Adella Morris, Elizabeth Tynes, Bessie Morris, Sarah Wells, Gertrude Perry, Lillian Patterson, Bessie Pitt,nez Russell, Lucille Pinner, Helen C Lawrence, Mary Morris, stuth Johnson, Hattie Manning, Ruth Hodges, Eleanor Williams, Ida Baysmore, Winifred Pierce, Annie Gross, Della Ensto, Sarah Wilminson, Hilld Fisher, Hilda Selden, Velma Custus, India Hasket, Roxie Holloway, Josephine Lightner, Lillian Stewart, Jessie Nicholson, Fannie Spratley, Mary Mondin, Josephine Hatchett, Messrs. Thos. Eugene Morgan, Leonard McLeod, Chas. H. Harris, Cubbert Gospery, Edward Dawney, Everett Pinket, E. B. Robinson, E. H. Vaughan, Henry Bowman, S. C. Crocker, H. S. Colthrop, Roland Deans, Louis Ellott, William O. Holmes, Harvey Hicks, Louis Jones, Earl Patterson, Chas. Sparks, James and Joseph Spratley, Robt. H. Fann Garland Wilson; Wilford Harris, president; G. I. Williams, vice-president; Clarence Bloom, secretary; Walter Williams, treasurer; C. Boush and Paul Ross, promoters; C. Russell Williams, director; S. A., John H. Brinkley Chaperones, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Reed Mr. and Mrs. Benj. T. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. James T. Morris, Miss Sarah Hodges, Mr George Blount, Mrs Fannie Ash, Mrs Johnson, Mrs. Colthrop and Mrs. Lipton. Wanted! First-Class Printer Steady employment. Good wages. Apply to Guide Publishing Co., Inc. Norfolk, Va. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS. THEY DESERVE YOUR PATRONAGE. PRICE FIVE CENTS EMANCIPATION DAY OBSERVED FIFTY·FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF EMANCIPATION PROCLAMATION FITTINGLY CELEBRATED MONDAY—PARADE WAS MAIN FEATURE. The celebration of the fifty-fourth anniversary of Lincoln's emancipation proclamation was celebrated here Monday, January 1st, under auspices of the Norfolk Emancipation Association, of which Mr. G. W. Giddings is president. A mammoth parade during the afternoon and literary exercises at night featured the day's celebration. The parade was pronounced one of the best ever held in Norfolk and reflected credit upon both the association and the participants. As usual there were a number of brass bands in the procession and they added zest to the occasion. At 8 o'clock p. m. the following program was rendered at Bank Street Baptist Church: "The Star Spangled Banner," Congregation; Prayer, Chaplain; Music, Choir; Scripture Lesson, Rev. S. B. Morris; Solo, Miss Viola Harris; Opening; Music, Choir; Reading of Proclamation, Miss Minnie Russell; Solo, Miss Viola Williams; Poem, Miss Eve V. Tynes; Instrumental Solo, Miss Araminta Donaldson; Trombone Solo, Mr. R. C. Archer, Jr.; Oration, Rev. James Billips; Doxology; Benediction, Rev. N. D. King. ROANOKE. VA. (By W. A. Reed.) Mr. Richard Coleman and Mr. C. F. Cunningham of South Boston, spent the holidays with Mr. and Mrs. George Coleman, of 137 Putton Ave., N. W. Mr. Oscar Davis of Charleston, W. Va., a former citizen, spent a few days in the city. Mr. A. F. Angell passed through the city from West Virginia enroute to Philadelphia. While here he was the guest of Mr. Geo. Coleman. Mr. Owen Telfair, of Wilmington, N. C., and brother of Mrs. Kate T. Boland, spent the holidays here. Mrs. Fannie Whale, of 137 street, was the guest of her moter, Mrs. Maggie Wright at Elliston, Va., for the holidays. Rev. R. J. Watson, a student of the Virginia Seminary, preached at High Street Baptist Church, Sunday. Mrs. Okie Anderson of Meadow View, Va., is visiting her brother and family, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jones of High street. Miss Florrell Allen left for Graham, Va., where she will teach. Mr. James Stewart and daughter of Roxboro, N. C., were the guests of his brother, Mr. S. W. Stewart for a few days. Rev. J. H. Burks, of the High Street Baptist Church has tendered his resignation to the Board of Deacons. Rev. Burks came here from Manchester, fourteen years ago, and since that time has done wonders at this church. He rebuilt the church which was destroyed by fire. Owing to the failure of his health he has been compelled to give up the work at the advice of his physicians. He will undertake a lighter work. The Colored Charity Aid Society gave a dinner to a number of aged people Wednesday at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Many baskets were also given. Mrs. M. B. Paxton is president of this society. The Ivy Leaf Club held a brilliant reception at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Butler, 121 Wells Ave., N. W., December 28th. After the very tempting supper, Mr. B. H. Hale presented each guest with a favor from the Christmas Tree. The club is composed of sixteen young ladies and matrons. The out-of-town guests present were: Miss Freeman of Staunton and Miss Brown of Charlottesville. Miss Knoxie Braxton entertained at cards in honor of her guest, Miss Brown. Miss Goldie Pride of Lynchburg, was the guest of Miss Letetia Downing for the week-end. Miss Alice Barnett, a member of the faculty of Christianburg Institute, was the holiday guest of her aunt, Mrs. M. M. Burrell. The Francis Harper Reading Circle met with Mrs. E. H. Gilliam on January second. An interesting program was rendered. Dr. R. J. Boland is still confined to his home on account of illness. Rev. G. C. Taylor, pastor of the A. M. E. Church, has been quite ill, but is improved at this writing. Rev. Ross of the Fifth District, preached Sunday. Rev. J. J. Benjamin preached Sunday night. Watch night services were well attended at the First Baptist Church. Rev. Ricks, pastor. All members were invited to attend reception New Year's Day at the parsonage. The Twenty-fifth Anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Dickerson was celebrated at their residence on Tenth Ave., N. E., Thursday, December 28th. It was one of the most brilliant social events of the season. A large concourse of friends were present to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Dickerson on this, their anniversary. Among the prominent visitors present were: Rev. Moore, Benjamin, Messrs. James Goins, Pittman, T. T. Traynham acted as toastmaster. Delicious refreshments were served. PAGE TWO PORTSMOUTH MRS. GERTRUDE CHAPMAN, Agent 933 Palmer Street Mr. James Choate left for the V. N. I. I. Petersburg, after spending the holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Choate. One of the most brilliant social events of the season was enjoyed last Friday night when the Eureka Social and Literary Club gave their second annual assembly, at the Tidewater Auditorium. The hali was decorated with holly and cedars. In the rear were seated the members of the Philharmonic Orchestra who rendered music. The guests numbered about one hundred and fifty. The ladies were handsomely gowned. Mr. William Jones acted as toastmaster at the banquet table. Mr. J. W. Parker made the welcome address. The whole affair was voted a grand success. The next regular meeting of the club will be with Mrs. George Wright, 2115 Green street. Emanuel's Notes and Coming Events. A Great Song Fest by the Choir. The year closed most hopefully at Old Emanuel. Large crowds taxed the capacity of the church all day. At the morning service the great congregation was stirred and swayed by Dr. Hunter's sermon on "The Good Old Way." The evening service was combined with the watch-night service, beginning at 9 and closing about 12:15, early morning of January 1, 1917, with exchange of the season's greetings by hundreds. Standing room was at a premium and the service was highly interesting and deeply impressive. The closing of the recent rally at the afternoon meeting revealed that $625.25 had been raised, and that the church would thereby be cleared of record debt. This was cause for great rejoicing, and gave impetus to the Duke Fund Campaign which was immediately launched. Next Sunday the sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated at 7:30 p. m. It is expected that a record crowd will participate. At 3 o'clock p. m., a great religious mass meeting will be held, when Master C. S. Morris, Jr., the wonderful boy orator will speak on "The two frogs in the milk." The Trustee's Auxiliary, under whose auspices the meeting will be held, invites the public general, to hear this remarkable young spell-binder. The inspiration to be gained will repay the youth as well as others who attend. Young Morris is due all the encouragement and help the Negro people can give, because of the successful way in which he is helping to maintain a high standing for the race in Northern schools of high rank. Emanuel's organ has recently been extensively repaired and completely overhauled, retuned, etc., at a cost of more than $300.00. The enlarged and well-trained choir of 35 voices has arranged to celebrate the improvements in a grand recital; a kind of song-fest, to be given Tuesday evening, January 16, the direction of their brilliant organist leader, Prof. Hiram Simmons. No admission fee will be required, as it is desired to have all enjoy this rare treat; but the choir wishes to raise $100.00 to help pay for the improvements on the organ, and, accordingly request all friends and music-lovers to give as large a free-will offering as they can afford. Mt. Herman. On Saturday night, December 23rd, Mt. Herman was shocked to learn of the sudden death of Dr. H. L. Barco. Miss Redmond left Saturday morning to spend the holidays with her parents in Buckingham county. Mr. T. S. Collins spent the holidays with relatives in Winston, N. C. with relatives in Winton, N. C. Messra, Jesse Jackson and John H. Pitt are on the sick list. Students from the State Normal School, Hartshorne College, Hampton Institute and other schools spent the holidays with parents in the city. Prof. and Miss Connor, of the V. N. I. I., spent the holidays here. 1. I. spent the holidays. Miss with Miss F. M. Howell. Mrs. Lillie Elliott is sick at this writing. Mr. Joseph Crocker is spending two weeks with his parents in Southampton county. The B. Y. P. U. in Mt. Herman has taken on new life. Miss A. L. Winston, president; Miss A. V. Bailey, chairman. Mr. Pierce, the Manual Training teacher, will address the meeting this Sunday afternoon. Prof. J. W. Barco is home, having come by the sudden death of his father, Dr. H. L. Barco. BERKLEY WARD Rev. A. O. Bell, pastor of the First Baptist Church closed his second year's work at the Watch Night Services. During the two years there has been raised the sum of $6,879.08 and over the hundred souls have been added to the church. The members love him and his devoted wife. Many tokens of appreciation were shown them during the holidays. The Relief Club presented him with a purse, the Busy Bee Club presented Mrs. Bell with a purse. On Watch Night they were heavily Inden with all the good things to eat. Services Sunday were well attended. Rev. Mizzell preached a special sermon to the women at three o'clock. The members lament the sudden death of their ex-pastor, Rev. H. L. Barco, who for more than eleven years served them. The B. Y. P. U. held interesting services Sunday afternoon. Dr. A. B. Green leader. The Sunday School Christmas Tree was held New Year's Day at five o'clock. Refreshments were served to all. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Most Effectual. "I have taken a great many bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and every time it has cured me. I have found it most effectual for a hacking cough and for colds. After taking it a cough always disappears," writes J. R. Moore, Lost Valley, Ga. For sale COMPERE'S OCEAN VIEW (B. F. Etheridge.) The Ocean View Literary Society met with Mr. and Mrs. Clifton Tigle, all members present took part in the discussing of the life and works of Mr. Henry W. Longfellow. The members were served to a delicious repast after the meeting. The next meeting will be "Good Health Meeting," held at the residence of the president, Mr. B. F. Etheridge, Sunday, January 14th, at 6 p. m. We invite our friends to be present and take part with us. Mesdames Mary Etheridge and Louise Morris were the guests to dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Kidd of Portsmouth, Va. Mr. R. B. Dozier and family have moved to Norfolk, residing at 611 Cumberland street. Mr. Clifton Newman has returned to resume his studies at Hampton Institute. Misses Frederica Tilly and Adelle Dozier have returned to State Normal School, Elizabeth City, N. C., to resume their studies. Rev. C. Moora will be present all day next Sunday at Mt. Zion Church, Sewall's Point. There was good attendance at the watch-night meeting services last Sunday night. The Quarterly Conference will be held at Mt. Zion Church, Saturday, January 13th. The presiding elder, Rev. O. T. Day, will be present on the following Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Harris and Miss Florence Smith of Sewall's Point were the guests to dinner with Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Whitley of Portsmouth, Va., last Sunday. COMO, N. C. Como, N. C.—The Home Mission Society had a free-will offering Tuesday of Christmas week and made a donation to the old and poor people on the community. Millneck Sunday School held its usual Xmas program on Friday, p. m. It was largely attended. Miss Annie Mae Vann, who has been away most of last year, spent Xmas at home. She is expected to remain here for a few months. All communications concerning her work will reach her at Como, N. C. Most of the students, who are away attending various schools, spent the holidays at home with their parents. Many visitors were seen shaking hands with friends and relatives during Xmas, who are making their homes in other cities now. Misses Mattie Lee and Edina Earl Vann had for their house guests Xmas, Misses Dicie Weaver and Louise Hall of Winton, N. C., who are class-mates of theirs at Waters Normal Institute. They entertained Friday evening in honor of them at a whist party Misses Alice and A. B. Cooper, Annie B. Winborne, Dicie Weaver, Louise Hall, A. M. Vann; Messrs. Samuel Bynum, John Everett, H. B. Barnes, D. P. Winborne, T. R. Cooper, John Eughart, John Whitehead, Tilman Vann, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Vann. Mr. Paul D. Vann spent Friday in Norfolk on business with Chowan Cooperage Co., with whom he sold a bill of lumber. He was accompanied by his brother, Tilman Vann. Messrs. Davis and Landus Darden of Ahoskio, N. C., spent several days with their father, Mr. James Darden. BRICK A. & I. SCHOOL BRICK A. & I. SCHOOL (P. J. Chegson.) The Y. M. C. A. of the Joseph K. Bricks School awarded prizes on December 30th to the winners in the Field Day Athletics. Those receiving prizes were: Otis Davis, 100-yard dash; William Jones, seconds; Clinton Harris, high kick. The record for the High Jump and High Kick could have been but for the slippery condition of the ground. The prizes were presented by Prof. J. J. Fletcher and put on the young men by Miss Madge Martin, vice-president of the Y. W. C. A. Mr. and Mrs. George Bullock were entertained by the Solid Eight Social Club on the evening of December 29th. Mr. Bullock is a former student of the Brick School. Many hearts were made glad by the distribution of the Christmas bags by the Y. M. C. A. TYNER. N. C. Miss Eletta E. Welch has returned to her home after spending the holidays in Richmond with her sister. She reports a pleasant stay. Messrs. Paul and Tillman Vann of Como, N. C., spent several days in the city on business last week. THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE In the Circuit Court of the City of Norfolk, on the 14th day of December, 1916. Cornelius Sivils_____Complainant vs. Mary Sivils Defendant. In Chancery. The object of this suit is for the complainant to obtain from the defendant a divorce a vinculo matrimonii, on the grounds of desertion, and affidavit having been made that the defendant is not a resident of the State of Virginia, she is hereby required to appear within fifteen days after due publication hereof and do what may be necessary to protect her interest. A Copy, Teste: LAURENCE WARING, Clerk. By A. M. Layton, D. C. R. A. L. Paige, p. q. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery of the City of Norfolk, on the 27th day of December, 1916. Mary Harris, Plaintiff. vs. In Chancery. Thomas Oliver Harris, Defendant. The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce a vinculo matrimonii from the said defendant on the grounds of desertion and abandonment, and affidavit having been made that the defendant is not a resident of the State of Virginia he is hereby required to appear within fifteen days after due publication hereof and do what may be necessary to protect his interest. Testee: JAMES V. TREHY, Clerk. J. M. HARRISON, p. q. By W. L. PRIEUR, JR., D. C. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery of the City of Norfolk, on the 2nd day of January, 1917. Alice Robinson, Plaintiff. vs. In Chancery. Emma Riggins, Wisteria Williams, and all other heirs of George Williams, deceased, named as parties unknown. Defendant. The object of this suit is for the partition and sale of the property of which George Williams died seized and possessed, and to divide the proceeds of sale between the parties entitled thereto, and affidavit having been made that the defendant, Wisteria Williams, is not a resident of the State of Virginia, she and all other heirs of the said George Williams, deceased, named as parties unknown, are hereby equired to appear within fifteen days after due publication hereof and do what may be necessary to protect their interest. Teste: JAMES V. TREHY, Clerk. J. EUGENE DIGGS, p. q. By B. H. TURNBULL, D. C. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery of the City of Norfolk, on the 2nd day of January, 1917. William Smith, Plaintiff. vs. In Chancery. Idena J. Smith, Defendant. The object of this suit is to obtain for the plaintiff, William Smith, a divorce a vinculo matrimonio, from the defendant, Idena J. Smith, upon the grounds of desertion, and affidavit having been made that the defendant, Idena J. Smith, is not a resident of the State of Virginia, she is hereby required to appear within fifteen days after due publication hereof and do what may be necessary to protect her interest. Teste: JAMES V. TREHY, Clerk. J. EUGENE DIGGS, p. q. By B. H. TURNBULL, D. C. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery of the City of Norfolk, on the 8th day of December, 1916. Ella Jane White----------------Plaintiff vs. William Amme White_____Defendant In Chancery. The object of this suit is to obtain for the plaintiff a divorcee a vinculo matromonii from the said defendant upon the grounds of desertion, and affidavit having been made that the defendant, William Amme White, is not a resident of the State of Virginia, he is hereby required to appear within fifteen days after due publication hereof and do what may be necessary to protect his interest. Teste: James V. Trehy, Clerk. By B. H. Turnbull, D. C. J..M. Harrison, p. q. Found a Sure Thing. I. B. Wixon, Farmers Mills, N. Y., has used Chamberlain's Tablets for years for disorders of the stomach and liver and says, "Chamberlain's Tablets are the best I have ever used." For sale by all Druggists. Mrs. George S. Collins of Bute street, has been quite sick. She is reported much better at this writing. REMOVAL NOTICE! Supreme Lodge Knights of Sideon After January 1. 1917, we will be located at our new headquarters 1063 Church street, corner Denby street, where we also have in connection with our offices a modernly equipped hall for lodge meetings. Call and inspect. The SUPREME LODGE KNIGHTS OF GIDEON is a beneficial endowment organization carrying an increasing policy. We have an immediate burial fund plan, operated by the Supreme lodge. Weekly sick dues are paid by the subordinate lodges. It costs only $5.65 per year for all dues and taxes. Special reduced joining fees for the next ninety days, $2. Make application to the lodge nearest you. REV. J. J. MAINOR, S. C. REV. GEORGER. JONES, S. V. C. MRS. ANNIE E. VICK, S. Sen. SIR E. J. PURYEAR, S. T. SIR F. E. PURYEAR, S. S. 1063 Church Street, Cor. Denby NORFOLK, VA. ```markdown ``` YOU are thinking of buying a home, before you buy, consult us; we can save DOLLARS in your pocket. Telephone Norfolk 1061 W. T. CROWELL 721 Highland Avenue CLEANING Pressing Altering Repairing All Work Guaranteed M. Norfolk Sanitarium Of The New Science of Healing all Diseases Without Drugs or Operation by The German Bath System. 719 Washington Avenue, Norfolk, Virginia A LETTER OF THANKS AND TESTIMONY TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: This state statute for some time I have both bothered to form a stomach trouble and nervousness. I have used many widely advertised remedies and consulted physicians whithersoever I have gone; but the trouble seems to aggravate. About three months ago I met Cummings using a pill. If I was using, would he met. He made me to throw it away at once, saying that I would suffer more if I continued it. He then took me to his office and made a diagnosis of my complaints by looking into my nervousness, stomach trouble and the nausea effects. Cummings holds that I am not completely cured. I must confess that I am not conscious of these troubles. Further. I have observed many a wonderful and marvelous improvement in other patients whom I have treated in am, and am chomped in mind, and am convinced that Roy. Cummings' method is scientific and successful. I would advise persons suffering from stomach trouble, catarh and nervousness to consult Rev. Cummings at once. I have found him a home for his business and obligingly kind to his patients. I shall be glad to further tell of the good I have received and the improvements I have observed in others. Call at 1385 Bolton Street. I have received Cummings to be a Godsend to the City of Norfolk, and wishing for him continued success, I am. Yours for the Church, A. B. S. HATCHER, B. D. Pastor of John M. A. M. E. Church. Author of I "Cannot Drift." Moved To New Headquarters April, 1917, we will be located at 103 Church street, corner 101 have in connection with our old hall for lodge meetings. Call THE LODGE KNIGHTS OF GIDENMENT organization carrying have an immediate burial fund in the lodge. Weekly sick due to late lodges. It costs only $2 and taxes. Special reduced jo y days, $2. Make application ated at our new corner Denk with our office rings. Call an OF GIDEON for carrying an annual fund plan. Sick dues are only $5.65. Produced joining application to V. C. MRS. ANNIE F. E. PURYEAR, S. Cor. Den, VA. buy, consult us; we sit with us. Assured. We manager Inc. ts. Own Your ERS ARE DOING. HELPED. COME IN. Build CAPITAL STO TELEPHONE 1016 Bute Streets :: Church Street, Cor. I. NORFOLK, VA. of buying a home, before you buy, consult u erty for sale, for quick results, list it with us. in, we can secure it for you. Parental Collections. Prompt Returns Assured. J. C. Brooks, Manager E. C. BROWN, Inc. Why Not Own AS HUNDREDS OF OTHERS ARE DO IF YOU WANT TO BE HELPED. GO The Seaside Bu AUTHORIZED CAPITAL TELEPHONE Office, Corner Smith & Bute Streets OFFICE Own Your Home HERS ARE DOING. WE WILL HELP YOU HELPED. COME IN AND TALK IT OVER Side Building Ass'n D CAPITAL STOCK, $100,000 TELEPHONE 1016 & Bute Streets :: :: Nortolk, Virginia AUTHORIZED CAPITAL STOCK, $100,000 TELEPHONE 1016 Office, Corner Smith & Bute Streets :: :: Norfolk, Virginia OFFICERS D. W, BYRD, President P. W, WILLIAMS, 1st V. Pres. G. W, GORDON, 2nd V. Pres. J. C. BROOKS, Secretary WM. GORDON, Treasurer WM. M, REID, Attorney LET US HEAR Own A Money to Lend. Re- Like Pay IF YOU own a lot or have we will lend you the money and you can pay it back, i pal, a little each month, lil IF YOU do not own a lot, of a lot open a savings acc have saved this much. explain all about it. THE NORFOLK HOME BUILD 440 Queen Street OFFICERS AND P Samuel L. Tucker, President W. B Mitchell, V. Charles S. Carter, Treasurer E. M. Canaday George R. Moore J. R. W. F. KS HELP A H pend. Returnable Like Payments I lot or have the money to be pay it back, interest each month, like rent it own a lot, or have savings account this much. Drop out it. HOME BUILDING street - No. CERS AND DIRECT W. B Mitchell, Vice-Presid Wasurer J. R. W. Penny T US HELP YOU :- In A Home Lend. Returnable in Rent Like Payments a lot or have the price of a lot, you the money to build the house pay it back, interest and princi- cach month, like rent. not own a lot, or haven't the price a savings account here until you this much. Drop in and let us about it. HOME BUILDING & LOAN ASS'N Street - Norfolk, Virginia OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS W. B Mitchell, Vice-President C. C. Dogan, Secretary Treasurer Wm. M. Reid, Attorney Moore J. R. W. Penny Thomas Warren C. J. Watkins ```markdown ``` Money to Lend. Returnable in Rent Like Payments IF YOU own a lot or have the price of a lot, we will lend you the money to build the house and you can pay it back, interest and principal, a little each month, like rent. IF YOU do not own a lot, or haven't the price of a lot open a savings account here until you have saved this much. Drop in and let us explain all about it. THE NORFOLK HOME BUILDING & LOAN ASS'N STEPHENSON JEWELRY CO. We have Watches, Clocks, Rings and Jewelry for sale. All Repairing and Engraving done immediately CALL AND SEE US. 1951 Church St., Norfolk, Va. CALL AND SEE US. 951 Church St., Norfolk, Va. Miss Gertrude Bostick of Ardmore, Pa., spent the holidays as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Bright, of Bute street. Miss Madaline Bullock of Greensboro, N. C., spent the past week as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Tucker on Fremont street. OFFICERS Corner Bute & Smith Sts. D. W, BYRD, President F. W, WILLIAMS, Int V. Prest. 100 Miss Lovie Jones, formerly of Morehead City, N. C., now a trained nurse of Cape Charles, Va., spent the Christmas holidays in the city. Mrs. Florence Burke entertained Mrs. A. T. White at a theatre party to the Academy of Music on Friday afternoon. ```markdown ``` Real Estate and Rental Agents WM, GORDON, Treasurer WM, M, REID, Attorney THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE saa ASHEVILLE \ ¥ en, SSS n . < Pacnent. . J Wartice We a sou ascece fi AR sa cad *: : SANE \ : od > \ y DR. FRED, PALMER’S. W SKIN Whitens dark or brown skin, Bleaches and ; clears sallow or swarthy complexions, re- moves all blemishes and causes the skin to ; grow whiter. . See That You Get the Genuine be? | Terre Haute, ind., May 18, 1916, 1 ' The Jacobs' Pharmacy Co., @ Gentlemen:—I have been using Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener ointment, soap and powders and they are ; just grand for the akin.’ My skin ts looking so’ nice now and everybody that knows me asks what Iam using on - my face. Please find enclosed two dollars ($2) for six _ boxes of Dr. Palmer's Skin Whitener olntmeut, two of i scap. I do not like to We without it. Youre truly, be ABBIE LYLE, => 2494 North 17th Street, Sasennes gh ‘Terre Haute Ind. re cate hol Be DO NOT ACCEPT IMITATIONS Lah Sold by druggists, or sent direct, anywhere, for 25c, postpaid. Remember the name, Dr, Fred Palmer’s SRin Whitener. Write Jacobs’ ! Pharmacy, Atlanta, Ga, sienna (By J. HW. Wamilton.) | The Fifty-first Anniversary of the ‘Emaneipation Proclamation Celebra- tion took place at the nuditorium of the Y.M. 1. Rev. J. D. Cowan, pastor of St James A Mi. E. Church was the speaker of the day. It was a master- ful address. Rev. F. A. Harris offered prayer; duct, Misses Daisy Morris and Adlena Mills; solo, Miss Pearl Alexan- der; Negro’ Anthems, Allen Home School; chorus, Catholic Hill School; recitation, Miss Leta Hendricks; solo, Miss N. Nickelson; reading of proc- lamation, Mr, J. E. Young. | Mr. Dola Miller and Miss Oma Cline were married on the evening of De- cember the 23rd, at the residence of Rev. S. J. W. Spurgeon, in the pres- ence of a few friends, ‘Miss Cline is one of Asheville's most popular young ladies and has many admirers, She was a former student of Hampton In- stitute. Mr, Miller was a quiet young man, # graduate of Hampton Institute class of 1914 in the trade, bricklaying and plastering. They ate comfortable rooming with Mrs. L. Randall, 25 Jor- dan Ave, Mrs. Etherline Proctor Scott of this city, who for the past year has been traveling on the stage with her hus- band with the Southern Smart Set, has broken down in health and is now with ‘her mother and father, Mr. and Mrs, James Proctor on Brick street. Mr. and Mrs. John Fanney of Co- lumbus, Ohio, are in the city with his mother on Clements street, Mr. Herman Holt of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. C., who is pre- paring for the ministry is visiting his uncle, Dr. J. W. Walker and aunt, Mrs, W.S. Lee. Mrs. J. W. Nipson is on the sick list and her two young children are also sick, . St, Matthis P. E. Church had the usual mid-night service Christmas Eve. ‘The choir rendered splendid music un- der the direction of Mr. J. B. Dickson assistant choir master, They will have the Feast of Lights on January sixth Epiphany at eight o'clock in the even ing. Nie. J. B. Dickson took a trip. t last week. Some think i may be Mr, and Mrs. Dickson when h returns. . If so you will see it in Th Sournal & Guide next week. Rev. 0. E, Cowan is in the city wit ,|his wife. Mrs Cowan ts one of th n| teachers in the Hill Street School. is Hai in Fi A GROUP of New York busincas men This Hair Grown in Fifteen Months yo Toya tor many yen 8 been greatly =o interested in the welfare of the Colored SRR People, have recently purchased the LO ae. formula of Me oC -—-faie C-ME-GRO can os" REI A [See A Straightener and Grower of Colored People’s ROSES Hair, as well A Wonderful Dandruff Relief | Be ee Ie RMON: | They consider it the best Scanp Dres- 798 Beets he ARE SING On the market for these purposes. il Rent a 4] SEND TODAY for box—sizes $1.60, gage | TS $1 00 and 0c; aluo for testimonials, i re SUCCESS PRODUCTS CO., Inc. < . set By Mail Only Room 726 149 Broadway New York City HENDERSON, N. C. The funeral of Mrs. wiazzie Hen- drick, wife of Mr. Thomas Hendrick, took place at Mount Peasant Baptist Church on December 22, 1:16, and was witnessed by a large number of friends and relatives. She is survived hy her husband, one son and five dauhters. Her close relatives are two brutiers, Mr. T. S. Eaton and Lawyer J. Y. Eaton; two sisters, Mrs. Henrietta Jordan and Mrs. Lethen surwell, and many other friends and relatives. Rev, Banks of Mecklenburg County, Va. preached the funeral, after which the tymains, were buried in Mount Pleas. ant, Cenietery, -s - “Christmas passed off ‘quietly with the usual holiday exercises at the vari: ‘ous churches of the city. MIME. NEVA L. RIDDICK - RR, Hair Dresser, ACanicurist rors a Fe none Rent PY and KCasseuse es Ci Race HY SCALP FOOD SSR IDEAL TETTERLINE ie 8 og J GLOSSITINE SO Used Exclusively in My Work. Beware of EERO Imitation PUES Ea Putfs, Reaids, Wigs and ‘Loupees made che Fp otha to order. foie, Btigmy Ladies attended by appointment. Oo eine Es PHONE 2212 W ee SE SA r irgini Nene ed Sa gee - | 1023 Church St., Norfolk, Virginia Na BR CAPE CHARLES The litle city by. the. sea, wishes the Journal and Guide a happy aud prosperaus New Year, ‘The Virst District’ Sunday School Union met in our city at the First Bap- tit. Church on Sunday last. Many friends and visitors from the neizh- boring towns were present. ‘The SJunisr League of the public school of this town rendered a very successful programme at the Masonic Hall on Monday night, Jan. 1, 1917, for the benefit of the new school build- ing. | Rev. W. E. Gibbons, of Huntington, W. Ya. spent Sunday Inst with his ‘gon, Mr. E. W. Gibbons, of 625 Mason Ave. | Miss Eva I. Jefferson of Quantico, Md., who was home for the holidays, hag returned. | -Misses Evelyn and Bernice Vaughan lof Rerkley, Va., spent a part of the ‘holidays, as the guest of Miss Eva I. Jefferson, 627 Mason Ave. Among the students who came home for the. Christmas holidays were ‘Messrs. Solomon D. Spady and Raleigh V. Brown, of Virginia Union Univor- sity. Rev. and Mrs. P. W. Cook, and Mr. ‘W. P. Jefferson spent a part of the ‘holidays at the home of Mr. and Mrs. ‘Wm. A. Collins, of Eastville, Va, {_ Mr. James Earley of Philadelphia, \Pa., spent the holidays ns the guest Of Miss Elnora Sanford of Madison VAve. |" Miss Lelia W. Lowe, wao spent the jholidays in Danville, Va., has returned ‘to take charge of her work. | Mr. A. S. West of Nandua, Va. made a fiying trip to the lower part of | Northampton, on Tuesday last. |" Mr. L. A, Preston visited Hampton "Newport News and Norfolk, during the past week. i Mr. W. P. Jefferson was the gues! of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas K. Anderson :of Hampton, Va., on Wednesday last. : Mr, John C. Dancy, Jr., of Norfolk Va., made a very pleasant visit to th home of Mr, W, P. Jefferson on Friday evening last, while enroute for Brook lyn, N. Y. ‘Mr. and Mrs. Levi Nottingham ant daughter, Ada, Mr. ond Mrs, J. L Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. W. Wilso! B and daughter, Annie, of Cape Charles _ Va., R. FP. D.'No. 1, motored to Cheri = ton, Va., where they were the guest = of Mr. and dirs. C. W. Winder, to = oyster roast. All of the party ex E pressed themselves as baving bec! = royally entertained. 5 eel fees es at HAVEA = BOX OF | sa] ORO | | = |SENT BY co ARCEL Lost: Poro College Company, 310 Pine St. Dept. J. St. Louis, Mo. Please mention the name of this paper when writing eT a TENE TN eee ETRen Sem: teotieg Ba, TRMAGIC 8 9121040 : eA ca a. a ee on >» Magic Shampoo Drier Ca, : Ni Minneepolis, Minn, © Mrs, Rosn Jackson, of Newport News, was the guest of Miss Emma Scott ‘for the holidays. Mr. Leander J. Roburts," whe ia om- ployed in the Manual Training and 1o- Quatrial School at Bordentown, N. J. paid a viet to The Jowrnal aud Guide thia week. Learn H ° ° airdressing Individual instruction. Terms reasonable, Di- ploma given. Also re- cipe for shampoo, hair pomade, face creams and other toilet pre- parations, or these pre- | parations in quantity to sell under yourowo label, gp Agent for Exelento, Fords, Moe. Walker’s and Sare Grow Preparations, Barclay Corsets Madam Unthank 442 Church St. Norfolk, Va. Telephoue S81 onTe ’ Madam William’s Hair Parlor I teach and treat all at reasonable prices. MavaM WALKERS Wonderful Hair Grow- er, Sbampoo, Glosine, Teter Salve aud Tem- ple Grower, Hxcel- Jento Pomade Soap. Skin Beautifyer, etc. 525 Cumberland St. 1 Norfolk, Va. Lodging for men and women, first class accommodation. Apply to Mrs. BETTIE WILLIAMS | 525 Cumbesland St., Norfolk, Va, MADAM Grace. V. Law HAIR AND SCALP SPECIALIST MANICURING - MASSAGING | GROWS AND STRAIGHTENS HAIR. REMOVES DANDRUFF AND BEAUTIFIES THE COM- PLEXION BY HER IMPROVED METHOD OF TREATMENT SATISFACTION GUARANTEED OR MONEY REFUNDED 536 Queen St., Norfolk, Va. Cor. Gant Street a a an Mme, Romanii-Harrison Ideal Hair Dressing Parlor 3 Manicuring and Masseuse Tleat Sealy Food used ; exclusively. New meth: : od in my Sevtp Speeiatty. | FULL LINE OF HAIR i Goops ORDERSIMADE UP} | Phone 4203-J 516 Queen St.,Norfolk,Va | , Kally's Hair Dressing Parlor and Beauty Room L367 O'Keefe St., Norfolk, Van | : Phone 3433-W Shampooing, Straightening, Dye- | ing, Manicuring, Massaging. | Hair goods made to order. Elec- : trical face and scalp treatment i Manufacturer of Kelly's Hair : Grower and Restorer. Price 25¢- W ELENTO ELE Pomade Zo ‘GES he SN (eg RAS) es ‘ate! RUE pho (123 Cae oe em an keretcemmy, WES a2 7 a ey BS NESE ‘Copyrighted RET a aiernie aout Seber ed ral tent coat Ki Hair. ot be. 4 hig Hat cacopthe gorse Beasts straightened. Now this Quini EXELENTO Scunte. ts. a Hate Grower which feeds the scatp sadsogt oF the Honor soveand eliy. WE ined Sandton and etope Failing Hair of ons Price 2h by mallon receiptof Suntbeor cola. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE. ‘Write Wer Partialars 59 Ocse (EXELEHTO MRDICINE CO. Atiants, Gs. TITUSTOWN See aes eer oe De ROU een trees Sunday School at Mt. Pleasant Bap- tist Church was well attended last Sunday. At two o'clock the Quarterly Sunday School Union convened with the Mt. Pleasant Sunday School. Rev. Lomax, of Oakwood, preached a very practical sermon, after which very helpful programs were _ rendered. Among the speakers were: Mr. James Nelson of Lambert's Point and Mr. W. L. Hughes. After, the business luncheon was served the Union was indeed a pleasant affair. At eight o'clock Rev. Malloy preached an ‘able sermon after which Mr. L. T. Hughes was granted a license. Every pew of the church was crowded anxiously awaiting to greet the New Year. Friday night, December the 29th, a very beautiful Christmas tree was given in honor of the Sunday School. A well prepared program was render- ed under the auspices of Miss E. J. Butler. ‘ Mr. M. L. Pool left Sunday evening for Columbia, S. C. to accompany his aged father to Virginia, where he will reside. . The condition of Mrs, Annie Hughes remains unchanged. 7 Mr. and Mrs, P. T, Hollomon will soon move into their new home, which has recently been erected at the cor- ner of Hollomon Ave. and Sewall’s Point Road. WOMEN CAN EARN $50 J AT MONTH “ee Dread to the Women Readers of This Paper. A great opportunity is now offered to the women readers of this paper by the well-known Milpark School of Hair Dressing at Edenton, N. C. This fa- mous School of ifair Dressing bas hundreds of successful graduates all over this country who are earuing D6 money in tho practice of this prores sion. The Schoo! has decided to 6.ve to the women readers of thls paper The MNmark Conrse in Halr Dressing. Milpark's Complete Hair Drerstuz Outit and u Diploma from the School, The Course jn Hair vressing 1s by ‘mail and all of this Is for the small sum of only $3.50, Ladies! Now fs the time to take advantige of “Mad: ame Milpark’s” great offer and 8 op worrylug about haying mouey of your own. Address Milpark School of Hair Dressing, Edenton, N. C., and enclose & 2cent stamp for reply. Please men- tion nume of this paper whon writing. Miss Buena Kelly entertained de- lightfully_on Christmas night at her home on O'Keefe street. Miss Kelly's guests included Misses Emma Scott, Sarah Wells, Warold; Messrs, Jackson, Merritt, and the out-of-town jruests were: Misses Russell and Annie Swin- son, Mrs. Rosa Jackson and Mrs. Les- ter Johnson. = Johusotis Systems < Of Growing the Haing ge se : ee os io ERE eae se MP ce ane Kho get CRRA St Po Reis Same F Beni: Sees DAS 7 SHARE Saeee ine ae ae oS enptents Coe ee Boh Sees Bae Reta tarts ene ea SAREE ME Geass ok bs THE HAIR will not stop fall- ing out, nor will it begin to grow unless the SCALP is first cured of all disagreeable diseases as DANDRUFF, ECZEMA, TETTER, SCRUFF, PORRIGO, FAVUS, Etc. s * THE JOHNSON SYSTEM OF TREATING THE SCALP AND GROWING THE HAIR is the most scientific of methods now used, for we first cure the disease ‘and with a clean and healthy SCALP, the HAIR MUS GROW. : | Our remedies, which assist GRAND NATURE in growing the hair, are prepared be Oe 5 ‘SON MANUFACTURING CO., from Formulas originated by Dr. |W. A. Johnson, our Dermatolo- | gist and Scalp Specialist and are ‘based upon scientific knowledge land practical experience of over sixteen years. | A FOUR WEEKS’ TREAT- MENT will be sent you by Parcel Post for $1.00 or send us the “name and address of six of your ‘friends, with five ty. cent istamps for postage and w2 will tsend you by return mail KREE a large box of our Wonde-ful Sealp ang Hair Growing Remecy, JOBNSON’S HAIR FOO, ‘ Alidress:— * f . Mme. M. L, Jonson Pept. D, 798 Tremont St., @ Boston, Mass. Help for Bronchial Trouble and Cough “Foley's Honey sud Tar Co; acts mote Uke a Zood thas & Siwabsion” Mr. Wilt G, Richmond, Ingle Cale, Saya: Surtees Inetewoody Foley's Honcy and Tar Compound 38, JF has Sreatly bonefittert me for bronct trouble and cough. 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Try an order for your ‘next Sunday's dinner a James Morris, 840 QUEEN STREET . * P. B. Young----President and Editor H. C. Young----Sec. & Associate Editor J. M. Harrison----City Editor A. M. Vann----General Representative G. E. R. Jones----Contributing Editor W. F. Young----Circulation Manager C. H. Oliver-Advertising Representative Managers of Foreign Advertising. New York Office, Frost & Frost, Brunswick Building. Neville Office, Frost & Frost, Inden- ernment Life Building. must SUBSCRIPTION RATES one ar.....$1.50 were the.....80 iam Jo. banned as Second-Class matter at the Post Office at Norfolk, Virginia, Act of March 3d, 1857. Saturday, January 6, 1917 Gt. Mr. John C. Dancy, Jr., who has been secretary in charge of boys' work at the eNorfolk Y. M. C. A. during the past year has resigned the position to take up similar work in another field. Those who know Mr. Dancy and are acquainted with the very fine work he has done through his department for the moral and physical betterment of the boys of the city who have been fortunate enough to come under his charge, regret exceedingly his decision to sever his connection with the local Y. M. C. A. Mr. Dancy has made hosts of friends here who wish him well in his new field. Brown's Savings and Banking Company of Norfolk led all of the colored banks of the country in amount of Christmas club savings accumulated during 1916. The Norfolk bank paid off $70,000.00, and its nearest competitor was the Mechanics Savings Bank of Richmond which paid off $60,000.00. Brown's Savings and Banking Company was the first colored institution to open a Christmas savings club, and the banks in much larger cities have taken up the feature it continues to lead in this as it does in many other departments of progressive banking. The Norfolk bank is recognized as one of the best managed and most efficiently organized in the country. The good results of prohibition are becoming more and more noticeable, especially where colored people are concerned. Liquor has been one of the race's worst enemies and its ban is even as much as the organi proclamation. The In-No ad white newspaper of Eliza it is. N. C., speaks of the situa- "The colored population of Elizabeth City and Pasquotank county has made a record of sobriety for itself during the Christmas holidays. There has not been an arrest of a Negro for drunkenness the past week. Indeed, drunks have been rare in Elizabeth City these holidays. There wasn't a drunk on Christmas Eve or on Christmas day, so far as police records show. During the past week there have been only three mild cases in court, all white men. A SUCCESSFUL INSURANCE COMPANY. From a statement issued by Mr. C. C. Spaulding, vice president and general manager of the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, we learn that the company closed the year 1916 with approximately eight million dollars worth of paid for insurance; two hundred thousand dollars in net assets; over a half million dollar income; no unpaid claims or other indebtedness. That is certainly a splendid record for a seventeen-year-old Negro business organization and demonstrates that the race is building along some very fundamental lines. The company also has no stock liabilities and being on a legal reserve basis example protection of all its policies. used he ueived the annual report the elal of Tuskegee Institute and 1 year ending May 31st, of a report was compiled and set to the trustees by Mr. War-Clu treasurer and acting prin-One school during the interval the death of Dr. Washington Repoinent of his successor, Art R. Moton. During the year by the report Tuskegee suffe heaviest loss in its existence death of Dr. Booker T. Washing-its founder and builder. Since that time it has lost another great friend and benefactor in the person of Mr. Seth Lod, who was president of its board of trustees. Prefacing the report is a statement Mr. William G. Wilcox, treasurer of the investment committee, from which the following paragraph is quoted: But in spite of the loss of these great leaders, the work of Tuskegee Institute is full of rich promise for the future. Under Dr. Moton's administration and with the loyal cooperation of his associates, it enters upon a new era of influence and usefulness. The conditions of the generous offer received but two days before Dr. Washington's death, which would have been difficult if not impossible during his lifetime, have now been fulfilled through the increased support stimulated by his death. $145,000 has been raised and applied to the payment of debts to May 31, 1916, and $250,000 more has been added to the Endowment Fund. The $250,000 promised for improvements has thus been secured and is now available for use at the discretion of the Trustees. Dr. Washington's great work and monument is thus handed over to his successor, representing in plant and equipment, and in endowment and improvement funds a total value of over $4,000,000, free from debt or incumbrances o fany kind." Wichita, Kans.—I am still living, and if I were not living then I would be dead. I am far from where I was when I wrote that last letter, and you will rejoice with me I am sure, for I have been doing some riding, and I am still here. There have been some notable deaths in this country, and you have heard about them. I have attended the meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention in Hot Springs. I was there when I wrote that letter, and I was a little shaking the whole time I was there, because I did not know what moment the devil would break out and burn up all the people. He certainly keeps that water hot coming out of the ground, and I want to congratulate him for his activity. They tell me that it will cure sick people, and make old people young. But coming to the convention, it was indeed a large convention. People were there from all parts of the state and they were doing some real active work. Presiding over the convention was Dr. E. C. Morris, and he has been there for 35 years, and they decided to keep him there. They don't believe in changing. Rev. J. P. Robinson, D. D., held the position of vicepresident for a long time, and gave it up himself, and for what reason, I don't know. I was at the convention from the time it opened and until it closed, and I heard some real good speeches. Dr. J. A. Booker, who is secretary of the Home Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention and one of the strong men of the race. He is president of the Arkansas Baptist College, and believe me honey this is one of the schools of the race that is doing real good work. I have had the pleasure of stopping over there and looking into the work. There were some visitors at the convention, and I met them. I met Rev. A. R. Griggs, educational secretary; Rev. E. Arlington Wilson, one of the secretaries of the National Baptist Convention; and a busy man from Muskogee, Okla. He is getting ready to entertain the convention next fall in his city, and he says that all the people are going to join in this effort, and I think they will. I met J. D. Crenshaw, editor of the National Baptist Voice, and it strikes me that I met some other men, and Mrs. Virginia W. Broughton, of Memphis, Tenn., who is secretary of that big convention among Baptist women. They put some money on the table, and put things in shape for the winter. They are going to hold a conference soon to discuss plans for the celebration of the 50th anniversary next fall. By the way, this brings to me that the Baptists of Virginia are going to celebrate their 50th anniversary next July, and it promises to be one of the greatest things in all the country. All the convention will come together in Lynchburg. The State Convention, the State B. Y. P. U. Convention, the State Sunday School Convention, the State Convention of Baptist Women, will all come together in Lynchburg, and they are just going to make that seminary and college hill ring out. It is going to be there a time for rejoicing, for there is going to be raised money enough to pay all debts, and then make the repairs on the college that it needs. They will show to the world that it is possible for all Baptists to come together in unity and blend their forces together to do good. This will be a great lesson to be learned. Rev. A. A. Galvin, of Danville, is president of the State Convention, but I must not lose sight of President Lee; President R. C. Mitchell, of the B. Y. P. U., President, Mrs. Fox; all will take part in the celebration, and all will have their following. They are going to arrange a program which will take up every phase of the work, and some of the best speakers in the country will drop in, and of course, will be called upon to make a few remarks. The program will be complete. They are now working on it, and a joint committee will meet shortly after Christmas and get things in apple pie order. To have been to work for fifty years doing missionary and educational work is no small thing. Of course they had had churches before this time, but a State organization. These men have done well, and I was glad to see it. Rev. J. W. Brown invited me to his church, and I went to the Colling Street Baptist Church in keeping with that invitation, but I think he was still at the convention. Delighted to have been in Hot Springs. From there I went to Pine Bluff, and spent a little time there in an educational institution. It is called the Branch Normal College. At the head of this school is Prof. J. G. Ish, Jr., a young man, and the son of a noted THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE A REMARKABLE GROWTH! The growth of a bank indicates its service to its patrons and the community. The Church Street Bank believes that for this reason it merits your account. During the past year the resources of the bank increased 53 Per Cent During the past year the deposits in the bank increased 65 Per Cent A comparison of the figures given in these two statements indicates the remarkable growth of the Church Street Bank during the past twelve months. This growth is due to a management, which, while conservative, recognizes the desires and necessities of its patrons and endeavors to meet them. CHURCH STREET BANK BENJ. MARGOLIUS, President G. W. TRUITT, JR., Vice-President NATHAN METZGER, Cashier educator in Arkansas. He is called the superintendent. For a long time this position was held by a white man, but he fell out. He liked one of the girls, and sent her a pair silk stockings, and she carried them to her father, and her father sent them to that white man's wife and that started the trouble. The students struck, and they were forced to close the school for want of students. They could not keep it closed, nor could they run it without students. So in order to keep the school going, and get the educational fund from the National government, a colored man was called to the position, and he has been doing good work ever since. They have some school there. Prof. Vinegar is the principal, Mrs. Adair has charge of the domestic science department, and teaches at the same time how to run and care for a home. Then there is Prof. Cobb who is teaching them how to build houses and do anything else with wood. I could just take a month in naming the teachers, who they are and what they are doing, and then the large student body. The largest in the history of the school. From there I went down to Crossett, Ark., then back to Montrose, Dermott. Dermott is where lives the Grand Keeper of Record and Seal, for the Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias, Prof. T. J. Walker. He is just one busy man. I met many able people there, and when I got through there I went to Little Rock, then to Morrillton; Fort Smith, Ark.; Wagoner, Okla.; Nowata, Okla.; Yates Center, Kansas, then on to where I am in this way writing to you. The principal of our school in Morrilton, Ark., came along when education was scarce, and he did not get much of it, but he is boss of the school at any rate, and they are keeping him there because the white folks declare he must remain. I am not going to say a word against, him, and all I will say, "Dear Principal use a little night light and study, and you can catch up with the other teachers." I will have more to say another time. Rev. Gibbons Visits In City. Rev. W. E. Gibbons, pastor of Madison Circuit, W. Va. A. M. E. Zion Church, spent the holidays in the city as the guest of his sisters, Mrs. Miriam Payne, Misses Edith Gibbons and other relatives. Rev. Gibbons formerly lived here and has many warm friends who were glad to see him. The Chi Beta Chi of Norfolk and Portsmouth held their Third Annual Ball on December the twenty-seventh and many of the select of both cities with a good number of under-graduates graced the occasion with their presence. The Norfolk Auditorium was gayly decorated with the club's colors, old gold and sky blue and a very pleasing scene it was with beautifully gowned women and formally dressed men between the rows of waving palms to the sweet strains from the palm screened orchestra. When the time came for supper and the grand march had ended at the dining room doors, upon entering, all were somewhat pleasantly shocked with the artistic arrangement of the tables and dishes, also with the floral decorations of the room and table, cut flowers, palms and ferns were in profusion. The menu consisted of Smithfield Ham sandwiches, cheese sandwiches, chicken salad, potato salad, olives, pickles, celery, hot chocolate, cake, ice cream, fruits and Chi Beta Chi punch. Much time was devoted to the after-dinner speaking. All expressed themselves as having had a very pleasant evening. The officers and members of the club are: President, Mm. D. Joynes; vice-president, D. D. Mallory; secretary, A. S. Ratcliff; treasurer, Luther T. Bailey; chaplain, Hatton Roberts; sergeant-at-arms, Ernest L. Jackson; parliamentarian, Albert N. Carrington; A. V. Burke, Henderson Southall, James Russell, Thomas Cole, John Hall, William R. Weeks, Clarence E. Williams, William Smith and Thomas B. Wells. R. N. Smith, Headwaiter of Monticello Hotel, Honored With Handsome Christmas Present. R. N. Smith, formerly headwaiter at the Homestead Hotel, at Hot Springs, Va., and at present holding a similar position at the Monticello Hotel, Norfolk, Va., was remembered in a most signal manner by the waiters under his charge on Christmas Day. In the waiters assembly room at the Monticello Hotel, the employees of the dining room met and after a short prayer by one of the waiters, thanking God for granting them health and the privilege to enjoy the 1916 anniversary of the birth of Christ, who brought his message of "peace and good will" to the world. Mr. S. E. Blue, one of the captains, arose and in a neat speech presented Mr. R. N. Smith a beautiful silk umbrella on behalf of the waiters. Mr. Blue said in part: "It affords me no small degree of picasure and pride to have been called upon on this occasion to perform this honorable duty. I not only construe it as a pleasure and an honor, but a personal privilege. As a mark of esteem and high respect in which you are held by the waiters of this hotel, they have delegated me to extend to you their sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and a long and prosperous life. It is also my extreme pleasure to present to you on behalf of all in your organization, this In a fitting reply, Mr. Smith expressed his great satisfaction at having the honor of leading such an efficient body of men. He also expressed his appreciation of their beautiful gift and promised to cherish it along with others that he had received from his men at other times and places. Mr. Smith is a man of high ability and has devoted much time and interest in church and school work for the uplift of the race. He is heftiest high esteem by hotel men throughout the country. Mr. Hardwick, of Howard University, spent several days in the city as the guest of Mr. Willie Burke. Newly Equipped for a Larger Business Usefulness THE removal of the plant and offices of The Guide Publishing Co., Inc., to its new, permanent home has been completed and the production of Guide Quality printing has resumed. But we have done more than merely moving machinery and other equipment to more suitable quarters: our business has been reorganized in every department--a reorganization based upon needs to be of larger business usefulness to users of printing. Modern equipment has been installeb, methods have been revised, workmen have been specialized and a genuine Service Department has been added for your convenience in preparing matter for printing. The Guide Publishing Co., Inc. Mr. Frank M. Johnson of Lexington street, spent a part of the Christmas holidays with friends at his old home, Stoney Creek, Sussex County, Va. Misses Bertha and Fannie Jones spent the holidays with their brothers. They have returned to their work at St. Paul's School, Lawrenceville, Va. and Headerson Normal School, Henderson, N. C., respectfully. Mr. S. W. Drake of Newport News and Mr. and Mrs. N. F. White of Norfolk, motored to their old home in Whaleyville, Va., last week, stopping to see Mrs. Bettie Hunter in Suffolk, where they partook of a delightful dinner. Mr. Drake is spending some time with his brother, Mr. W. T. Drake, in New York. Miss Helen Gould, of the V. N. I. I., spent the holidays with her parents, Capt. and Mrs. Could of Johnson Ave. Mr. Percy Scott, of New York, son of Mr. and Mrs. Reuben, Scott, of 318 Walker Ave. Berkley Ward, has gone to Boston, Mass., where he hopes to enter the Y. M. C. A., to take a course in Mechanical Engineering. Miss Sadie Sawyer, of Elizabeth City, N. C., passed through the city enroute to Gilmerton, Va., to spend the Holidays. Miss Etheleen Turner, spent the holidays with her parents in Bank street. She has returned to the V. N. I. I. to resume her studies. Mr. John C. Dancy, Jr., who has done so much good as the secretary of the Boys' Department of the Y. M. C. A., has gone to his home in Washington, D. C. for an indefinite stay. Mrs. Salethia Hall very charmingly entertained the members of the Needle Craft Art Club at her home on Monticello Ave. Wednesday of Christmas week. There were a large number of members present and the following invited guests: Mrs. Addie Drake, Mrs. A. T. White, of Method, N. C., Miss Gertrude Bostick of Ardmore, Pa., Mrs. W. M. Rich, Mrs. L. W. Bright, Mrs. Georgia Brewer, Mrs. Fannie Byrd, Misses Bessie Williams and Salena Bride. A menu consisting of turkey salad on lettuce leaves, olives, saltines, jelly and cake was served. All left having spent a most delightful afternoon. Mrs. Jimma Alston entertained a few friends on Thursday evening, December the 28th, at her home on Lexington street, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. A. T. White, of Method, N. C., and Miss Madaline Bullock, of Greensboro, N. C. A most delightful evening was spent and a toothsome repass was served. Mrs. P. L. Barber was the pleasing hostess for the members of the Swastika Club at her home on Johnson Ave., Friday evening, December 28th. The guests present besides a large number of members were: Mr. and Mrs. A. T. White of Method, N. C., Miss Eleanor Barbour and Dr. A. L. Paey. Mrs. Jefferson, mother of Dr. W. W. Jefferson, who makes her home here has gone to her former home in Florence, S. C., to spend several weeks. She was accompanied by her grandson, Master Thos. Jefferson. Miss Virginia Collette, of Thyne Institute, Chase City, Va., spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Red Collette, of Bute street. Miss Mary E. Morris was hostess at a very enjoyable Leap Year Frolic on Thursday evening, December 28th, at her home in honor of Mr. Andrew Hodsen, of Temple University, who was home for the holidays. Whist was played after which the ladies selected their partners for the Frolic. A pleasant evening was spent. Miss Virginia Locker, and sister, Mrs. McLeod, of Nuttleburg, W. Va., STATEMENT OF THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF BROWN SAVINGS AND BANKING COMPANY, INC. Located at Norfolk in the county of Norfolk, State of Virginia, at the close of business December 27, 1916 made to the State Corporation Commission. RESOURCES Loans and discounts..... $61,676.58 Overdrafts, secured none, unsecured..... 9.08 Other real estate owned..... 7,500.00 Furniture and fixtures..... 1,976.32 Exchanges and checks for next day's clearings..... 150.29 Due from National Banks..... 6,019.08 State Banks, Pri- Bankers, and Trust Companies..... 8,034.45 Paper currency..... 2,429.00 Fractional paper currency, nickels and cents..... 19.30 Gold coin..... 98.50 Silver coin..... 190.35 Total..... $ 88,097.95 LIABILITIES Capital stock paid in..... $10,000.00 Surplus fund..... 2,500.00 Undivided profits, less amount paid for interest, expenses and taxes..... 2,442.64 Individual deposits, including saving deposits..... 69,411.22 Time Certificates of Deposit..... 2,500.00 Certified checks..... 104.00 Cashier's checks outstanding..... 564.05 Due to State Banks, Private Bankers and Trust Com- panies..... 25.97 Reserved for accrued interest on deposits..... 508.40 Reserved for accrued interest on certificates of deposit..... 41.67 Total..... $ 88,097.95 I. Wm. M. Rich, do solemnly swear that the above is a true statement of the financial condition of Brown Savings and Banking Company, Incorporated located at Norfolk, in the County of Norfolk, state of Virginia, at the close of business on the 17th day of November 1916, to the best of my knowledge and belief. WM M. RICH, Cashier Correct Attest: J. A. HANDY A. J. STRONG J. C. BROOKS Directors State of Virginia, City of Norfolk. Sworn to and subscribed before me by Wm. M. Rich, Cashier this Weth day of December, 1916. J. T. TANNER, Notary Public Commission expires January 25, Our Ample Facilities More efficient printing office furniture, together with a selection of newest designs in type faces and decorative material enable us to despatch the work you entrust to us quihly and correctly. The score or more of delicate operations performed in producing good printing require technical training and practical skill. To insure the correct performance of these details we have trained specialists in our organization---each man does his prrt and does that well. The co-ordination of these factors puts us in position as never before to serve you with a product that will do credit to your business and hold up the standard of Guide Quality printing. spent the Yuletide in Norfolk as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Scott, of Queen street. Mr. and Mrs. A. T. White and little son, who spent the Yuletide as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Young, have returned to their home in Method, N. C. Miss Blanche Fonville spent the holidays in Greensboro, N. C. with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donnell. She returned Monday accompanied by her little sister, Margaret. Mrs. Charles Smith, who left her home Christmas morning to spend some time with her friends in Wilson, N. C., on her arrival there was summoned back by the telegram announcing the accidental death of her foster daughter, Miss Sarah Smith. She was accompanied home by Mrs. Myrtle Jones of Wilson. Miss Helen Quetrell was hostess Monday, January first, at a Leap Year party given at her home in Charlotte street, when she entertained in honor of Dr. B. L. Colbert of Columbus, Ohio. Miss Quetrell's guests included, besides the guest of honor, Misses Louise Davenport, Althea Davenport, Robena and Beulah Turner, Essie Costen, Daisy Sykes, Mabel Moseley, Bannie Selden, Elsie Quetrell, Mrs. B. L. Dudley, Messrs. W. H. Perry, Luther Williams, Thompson Reid, James Jackson, Albert Perkins, H. M. Perkins, Dennis Ashburn, Robt. H. Harrison, Dr. John Webb and Dr. Chas. Collins. Miss Elsie Quetrell was hostess Tuesday evening, December 26th, at an informal Christmas party given at her home in Charlotte street. Those present were: Misses Mary and Bessie Morris, Mabel Moseley, Vera Land, Etta McGee, Beatrice Slade, Mildred Dudley, Nettie Riddick, Lockett, Brooks, Messrs. Andrew Hodston, Jas. THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE You are invited to visit in our new home. It is just a few steps from Church Street, on Highland Avenue E. Coppage, Jas. Slade, Wm. Shuck, Ruffin Boulding, Eurie Peters, Wm. James, Alphonza Land, Lawrence Willis, Jas. Jackson, H. M. Perkins, A. N. Carrington, Dr. Geo. Davenport, Lawyer Thos. Reed. The mother of Rev. E. J. Ferguson of Elizabeth City, N. C., visited in the Tenth Ward last week. She was the guest of Mrs. Elizabeth Ferguson and daughter. WANTED—An intelligent, reliable salesgirl, one with business tact and some knowledge of figures. Apply to Arthur Turner, City Market. 1-6-2t Mrs. Geo. W. Winfield, who has been teaching in Drewcyville, Va., was home for the holidays. Mr. and Mrs. John W. Tyler of West Ave., Lindenwood, gave a delightful dinner Tuesday afternoon in honor of Miss Gertie Bostick of Ardmore, Pa. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. L. W. Bright, Miss Gertie Bostick, Mrs. Millie Hamilton, Mrs. Annie Bagnall Ballard, Mrs. Sallie Davis Thoroughgood. The guests expressed themselves as having had a delightful time. Miss Bostick will leave Sunday morning for her home after being in our city during the holidays. Having visited here on previous occasions, she has made many friends in Norfolk, who sincerely regret her leaving. Mrs. Geo. C. Tucker and two children of Philadelphia, Pa., are spending a few weeks with her mother, Mrs. Ada E. Isbell. 516 Bank street. The Mendelssohn Junior Cief Club held its meeting at the residence of Miss Florence Byrd, Cumberland street. The program was short on account of the absence of some of the The Service Department This department of our business is founded, as its name implies, upon a principle of SERVIGE to printing office patrons. It equipment consists of paper, pencils and Ideas and its product is free to its patrons. The Service Department creates advertising and selling campaigns, whether intended to sell merchandise or to arouse enthusiasm in a church rally. In addition to this it furnishes estimates, plans your work and relieves you of worry over details in connection with your printing. A postal card addressed to this department will bring you a wealth of information about your printing needs. performers. A piano solo was rendered by Miss Bass and a story was told by Miss Margaret Lawrence. After all business was transacted the hostess was ushered to the dining room, and a dainty repast was served. The next meeting is to be held at the residence of the Misses Tuckers. Mrs. L. T. Donaldson, who spent some time as the guest of Mrs. J. Davis of Brooklyn and Mr. and Mrs. James Donaldson of New York, have returned to the city. Miss Emma Tucker of Oriental, N. J., is visiting her sister, Mrs. L. T. Donaldson of Outten street. Dr. G. Jarvis Bowens spent the holidays with Mrs. Bowens and children in Springfield, Mass. Mr. Chas. S. Carter, formerly of Norfolk, but now a leading tailor of Philadelphia, spent a few days with his family last week. Miss Josie Wilkins of Cumberland street is very sick at this writing. LOST—A black and brown spotted on top, breast and legs white, dog was lost on Christmas Day. White ring around neck, ears uneven, bob-tailed. Answers to the name of "King." Return or notify L. Thomas, 843 St. Paul Street, and receive reward. Miss Fannie Spratley and Messrs. Curtis and James Spratley, students of Hampton Institute, spent the holidays with their parents on Ave. A. Miss Wansa Bagnall of Howard University, spent the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Bagnall. Mr. Theodore A. Lee, waiter of the Fairfax Hotel left Wednesday, December the third, for St. Augustine, Ela., to work at the Hotel Ponce De Leon. Mr. Lawrence Willis, after spending the holidays with his parents on Lex- ington street, has returned to Howard University. Mr. James Coppage, an Instructor at Downington Industrial School, Downingtown, Pa., spent the holidays with his parents in the city. Miss A. Eliza Coppage spent the holidays in Washington, D.C. Miss Gertrude Blue passed through the city enroute to her home in Farmville. While in the city she was the guest of Miss Grace Downing. Mrs. Harry A. Morris, of Winton, N. C., spent the holidays as the guest of her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. H. Downing. Miss Lessie Morris, after spending the holidays with Miss Grace Downing, has returned to her school at Eure, N. C. NOTICE OF REMOVAL The Offices of J. T. TANNER & CO., Inc., have been removed from 720 Church Street to Cor. Church and Denby Streets (Unstairs). BONNER-KING. In the office of The Commonwealth, a weekly newspaper published in Baltimore, Md., Thursday, December the 28th, 1916, at one o'clock in the afternoon, a quiet marriage took place. The contracting parties were Miss Alleah B. Bonner and Mr. Benjamin F. King, both of Norfolk. The bride is a graduate of Norfolk Mission College, class of 1908, also a graduate nurse of Lincoln Hospital, New York, class of 1914. The groom is one of the prominent undertakers of the firm of Baker and King. The ceremony was witnessed by Mrs. Minnie L. Gaines, Miss Fannie L. Barbour of PAGE FIVE Baltimore and Miss Leona Barbour of Norfolk. Rev. A. L. Gaines, officiated. After the ceremony the couple left for Philadelphia, Pa. At home to any of their friends, 1374 O'Keefe street, city, after February first, 1917. Bad Habits. Those who breakfast at eight o'clock or later, lunch at twelve and have dinner at six are almost certain to be troubled with indigestion. They do not allow time for one meal to digest before taking another. Not less than five hours should elapse between meals. If you are troubled with indigestion correct your habits and take Chamberlain's Tablets, and you may reasonably hope for a quick recovery. These tablets strengthen the stomach and enable it to perform its functions naturally. For sale by all Druggists: OBITUARY. Miss Sarah Grace Smith, the foster daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Smith of Lindenwood, whose untimely death of December 23rd, cast a gloom over the entire community, took place from John M. Brown, A. M. E. Church Tuesday at 1:30 o'clock. Miss Smith was highly esteemed and her sweet disposition and womanly qualities won for her the respect of all who knew her. She was a member of John Brown Church, also the secretary of the Fanny Reynolds Class of which Mrs. A. H. Davis is the teacher. Miss Smith was a member of the big B. Y. P. U. choir of the Baptist Church of Lindenwood and an active worker in the A. C. E. League of her own church. Bank Street Baptist Church Rev. J. Early Wright, principal of Corey Institute, Portsmouth, will preach at all services Sunday. PAGE SIX CHURCH DIRECTORY QUEEN STREET BAPSTIST CHURCH—Rev. F. W. Williams, B. D., Pastor. Sunday Services—6:00 a. m. Prayer Meeting; 9:30 a. m. Mass Meeting; 10:30 a. m. Mid-week Services—Tuesday, Missionary Circle, 7:30 p. m.; Wednesday, regular service 8 p. m.; Friday, prayer meeting, 8 p. m. Commission first Sunday, 8:00 p. m. Other中午教会 meeting, 7:00 p. m. before first Sunday, 8:00 p. m.; Choir rehearsal, Tuesday and Friday, 8 p. m.; Trustees' Meeting, Monday before the first Sunday, 8:00 p. m. Missionary Service fifth Sunday, 3:00 p. m.; Man's Baptist Alliance, second fourth Sundays, 3:00 p. m.; Queen Ether Circle, 4th Sunday, 3:00 p. m. # FIRST BAPSTIST CHURCH—Bute Street, near Cumberland Street. Sunday School 9:30 a. m. B. Y. P. U. 5:00 p. m. Regular services, 11:30 a. m. and 7:40 p. m. Missionary Circle, 3:00 p. m. Commission Hilday Sunday at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Rlohard H. Bowling, pastor. BERUSALEM BAPTIST CHURCH —Queen and Boush St., A. R. Hobbs, pastor, Sunday and Mid-week Services Sunday, 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. 40 m. and 7:30 p. m. B.-Y. P. U. P. 8:40 p. m. Communion service, 8:30 p. m. Second Sunday; Prayer service, 8:30 p. m. Communion meeting Wednesday night at 8 o'clock. Covenant meeting Friday night before the second Sunday. Trustee meeting Tuesday night at 8 o'clock. Church meeting Tuesday night before the second Sunday. Choir practice every Thursday night at 8 o'clock. Women's Missionary and Keech meeting every third Sunday evening at 4:30 p. m. BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH —Cor. of Princes Anne Ave. and Landing Services—6 a.m. prayer meeting; 10 a. m. Sunday School; 11 a. m. preaching; 5 p. m. B. Y. P. U. P. 8:40 p. m. Church meeting Tuesday night; choir practice, Wednesday night; regular service, Trustee and Deacon meetings first Monday night for 1 month. Communion on the 2nd Sunday. Tencher's meeting every Friday night. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH—Bute Street, opposite St. Smith Street, Norfolk, Va. Rev. S. S. Murray, B. d. pastor, Sunday Services, S. S. Murray, B. d. pastor, Sunday Services, m. Sunday School at 9:30 p.m. m. Allen Christian Endeavor League—Junior 4:30 p.m.; Senior, 6:30 p.m.; Chapters, 3:25 p.m.; Sunday School at 8:30 p.m. Official Board and Stewards, Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.; Prayer praise, instruction and preachings, Thursday at 8:30 p.m.; Sunday School Teachers meeting and Training Class, Thursday at 8 p.m.; Chore rehearsal, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday School Teachers meeting every month, 8:30 p.m.; Mite Missionary Society, second Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. Cudet Drill weekly, Monday at 4:30 p.m. m. Sunday School classes, funny work and Sunday School class meetings, Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, Strangers are welcome at all services, day M. Collins, Superintendent Sunday School, President Christian Endeavor, Church Clerk. ST. LUKE C. M. E. CHURCH—St. Paul and Scott St.rees, Rev. R. D. K. Gargrett, pastor. Sunday School, 9:30 p.m., John Willis Chapel, 9:30 p.m., Juniper Epworth Church, 6:00 p.m., Seminole Epworth Church, 6:20 p.m., Mid-week services, Wednesday, 8:00 p.m., Classes, Thursday, Thursday and Friday at 8:00 p.m., Sunday Services, 8:00 p.m., Sunday Class, Friday, 8:00 p.m.; Trustees meeting first Wednesday in month. Official and Steward's Board, Monday, 8:00 p.m. Everybody welcome. METROPOLITAN A. M. E. ZION CHURCH—Carner of Queen and Palisades Streets, Rev. N. D. King, R. D. pastor, Sunday Services—6 a.m., prayer meeting, 9:30 p.m., V. C. E. S.; 8 p.m., preaching. Mid-week services—Trustee Board meeting, first Monday night; Auxiliary Boards at the call of president; Class meeting, Thursday night, 8 p.m. All visitors are welcome. GRACE P. E. CHURCH.-Cor. Cumberland and Kent Street. Rev. D. J. L. Ph. Ph. bac. Services--Sundays. 1 a. m. and 3 a. m. 10:30 p.m. Holy Communion every first Sunday. 11:00 a. m. Sunday School Services. 4th Sunday. 4:00 p.m. Week Day--Guild. 1st and 3rd Sundays. 5 p. m. Woman's Auxiliary. 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p. m. Woman's Guild, 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p. m. Woman's Jury meeting, 1st Wednesday, 4 p. m. Choir rehearsal, Wednesday, 8 p. m. Teachers' meetings, 7 p. m. THE FIRST UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH--Cor. Chapel and Princess Anne Ave. Rev. D. F. White, B. D. pastor. Services: Sabbath School. 10 a. m.; morning preaching services. 8 o'clock. junior Soccer at 4 p. m. Y. P. C. U. at 7 p. m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting at 8 p. m. Women's Disignation. 4:30 p. m. Pastor's Staff first Thursday of each month. at 8 p. m. Sabbath School Teacher's Meeting every Thursday evening at 7 o'clock. John M. Brown A. M. E. Church Notes. The year of 1916 went out in a great style for us. The pastor and members of John M. Brown enjoyed a very pleasant Xmas but for the sad untimely death of Miss Sarah Smith one of our most useful young members. We greatly sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Smith. The pastor and presiding elder, Dr. O. T. Day, received boxes and baskets of food from the members of John M. Brown, also a much appreciated purse. Thanks. The pastor's family was kindly remembered by many individual gifts. The Saunders boys presented the pastor a handsome gold watch chain. Sunday was a great day. At 11 a. m. Rev. Hatcher delivered a well prepared discourse from the social and ethical teachings of Jesus, subject, "Forgiving and Loving the Enemy," Matt. 5:44. A short sermon was delivered at night and general class was conducted by Leader Barnes. The house was filled with the Spirit as the testimonies and thanksgiving were made by humble people grateful to God. Make a new start this year. come to church every Sunday. Welcome. Jan- January 7 is Decision Day in Sunday School. Bring your children. The pastor will deliver a short sermon and give them a chance to decide for Jesus. "Come thou with us." First Baptist Church. The revival had quite a successful beginning last Sunday. One young boy was happily converted at the morning service, there were three public confessions at the evening service and fifteen were added to the church. Good meetings, well attended, spiritual and blessed with splendid results have marked the week. The pastor, who has been in charge of the revival so far and who will preach at both services this Sunday and conduct a meeting for women only at 3 o'clock this Sunday afternoon, will be relieved this Monday night by the coming of William H. Moses of Philadelphia. Dr. Moses will preach each night at the church for two weeks. About ten dollars was raised in subscriptions Sunday night for Foreign Missions and one hundred three dollars and twenty-six cents ($103.26) in cash. Those who subscribed are urged to pay their subscriptions by Sunday, as the list of donors will be published next week. Total collections for the day $166.51. SECOND CALYARY BAPTIST CHURCH. The old year having passed into history, and during which time the members and friends of the Second Calvary Baptist Church played well their part in trying to make the work of the above named church tell for God and humanity. The pastor wants to thank them for their support, knowing that I could not have accomplished what has been without them. The Bee Hive under the leadership of Sister Sarah Jordan, whose Christ-like disposition makes those who make up its constituency rally to her through love for the cause and her leadership. The Senior Missionary under Sister Sallie Shepard and the noble women who follow her, are opening their eyes to the great work, and helping those who need help. The Junior missionary under Sister Ruth Clemmons is doing a work that will tell in the near future what the young ladies of our church can do. The Sun-shine Band under Sister Young is found meeting every Thursday and the little children look upon her as a mother, and they go and carry Sunshine in the homes of the sick and poor. The B. Y. P. U. under Brother A. E. Hill, makes those who come rejoice to know that they are members of such a body. The S. S. Stupt, Bro. W. B. Mitchel, closed a successful year with a Xmas tree that made the children glad to he members of such a school. The Deacon Board has given the pastor its support, and the work moves on nicely. We want to thank the members for the way they remembered the pastor and his family Xmas. It shows that they love him. You will have my best services in 1917 and with God as our leader, we hope to do more in the future than we have in the past. We closed the year with a great service, the pastor preaching in the a. m. am. Rev. G. W. Brockman at 7 p. m., and four joined the church at the close of the services. Thus the good work goes on. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES. Sunday, 11 A. M. Holy Communion. Every member is urged to be present: 7:30 P. M., Sermon by the pastor. Theme, "A good beginning, what shall the end be." Monticello Ave, Baptist Church. The Monticello Ave. Baptist Church Conference met at the corner of Riley and Charlotte street, January first. The meeting was conducted by Rev. B. J. Davis, prayer was offered by Deacon Harrison, sermon by Kev. Jas. Douglas. "THE ALCHEMY OF ASSOCIATION." (A New Year Sermon, By Rev. Jas. S. Hatcher, B. D. Author of "I Cannot Drift," pastor of John M. Brown A. M. E. Church, Norfolk, Va.) 2 Cor. 3:18:—But we all, with unveiled face reflecting as a mirror the glory of the Lord, are transformed into the same image from glory to glory, even as from the Lord the Spirit. Acts 4:15—Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they were with Jesus. (The last verb is "asan," were, not had been.) That certain sciences had their birth in superstition, is a fact not to be disputed. Superstition has always had a place both in science and religion. It may be the mother of reverence. A man superstitious enough to fear a certain phenomenon or worship a certain star may be led to the idea of the true God. Better have a man how down to a calf of flesh and blood than to a calf of gold. Superstition is not to be feared near as much as gross materialism. The over-superstitious Athenians erected even through superstition an "alter to the Unknown God" whom Paul preached. I repeat then, that some sciences are born in superstition. Astrology is the mother of astronomy. Men held a certain superstition that the stars influenced the lives of men, and predicted coming events a long time before they were able to locate Venus or determine Orion. Were they altogether wrong? Star of the East. Again, Alchemy is the mother of Chemistry. What? Do you tell me that chemistry, a most beneficient science, which enables us to properly appropriate drugs, often to the redeeming of our health and lengthening of our lives, was born of superstition? I do. Alchemy is the mother of chemistry. A long time before men knew the real science of chemistry certain "philoso THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE phers" went about in search of a certain stone with which they might turn base metals to gold, an elixir with which they might renew the youth of the old and perpetuate the juvenility of the child. These men were alchemists, their practice was alchemy. Now before we further discuss the alchemy of association, the power of contact, and wonderful effects of influence, let us review a story which illustrates the fact that association with Jesus has the power of transmuting all base metals into pure gold, and renewing the whole man. The man Jesus Christ had recently ascended to his Father. Before ascending he had told his disciples that after the Holy Ghost: was come upon them they would preach the good news in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and the uttermost parts of the earth. Tarrying at Jerusalem in prayer and fasting, they were baptised by the Holy Ghost, and sure enough, set out to preach the cross and the resurrection. They went two by two. Peter and John, a happy compliment. A good suggestion to those contemplating marriage; seek to be complimented rather than supplemented. The one impulsive, quick high tempered; the other sedate, slow, reticent. They served to mutually spur and check each other. They heal a lame man, for which they are arrested and hauled before the rulers and the rabble. Being again filled with the Holy Ghost they preach the efficacy of the name of Jesus. What, these unearned and ignorant men teaching with an authority which they had seen only in the Man crucified, not even in the scribes. They marvelled. They must be in his presence, yea more, it is not they who speak but Jesus, they have caught his personality. More yet, they are with unveiled face reflecting as a mirror the glory of Jesus. They have transformed into the image of Jesus. They are the happy victims of the alchemy of association with a divine Personality, Jesus. No wonder five thousand believed. The personality of Jesus is a magnet powerful enough to draw the world. God help us all to be thoroughly charged. Brethren, Jesus is the true long-looked-for Alchemist. He is able with His wonderful spirit to transmute all the base imperfections of our lives into golden virtues; His presence is the elixir of life springing up into everlasting life, we have only to get in touch and associate with Jesus. If we are wink, cowardly, ill-tempered, impatient, unforgiving, weary, association with Him will make us strong, bold, sweet tempered, long-suffering, forgiving and loving. Men cannot but take notice that we are with Jesus and that these blessed fruits of the Spirit are due to the alchemy of divine association. Religion is a growth, an evolution from glory to glory until we are transformed into His image. Nature is patient, grace is more so, only keep in touch and by and by we shall be thoroughly embued with his personality. This alchemy of association is true, not only in religion but in all life. Everywhither one turns he beholds this change due to association. There is an influence of environment, why not of person? Are places greater than persons? Who has not seen a wife of so long and constant association with her husband until they are "Two souls with but a single thought, two hearts that beat as one?" Jean Valjean of Hugo's Les Miserables, was a convict and thief until he met Bishop Bienvenu. Yes, verily a thief. Stealing from the very man who gave him couch and shelter; but after he was dominated by the personality of this great heart he was the bishop's duplicate reflecting the powers and qualities of his heart. I said that superstition is often the mother of science, bolder yet; what has long been regarded as superstition may be truth. Turn back and study the religion of the ancient Indian Ayurans and Egyptians and you will find the doctrine of the transmigration of souls—Metempsychosis. They taught that if a man were good, sought to live properly that at death his soul would pass into a higher caste; but if he were mean, low, deceiving, his soul would enter into an unclean animal. If he were snacking, he might be a coward dog in the next world, if he were sly, he might come back a fox. How dare we laugh. Metempsychosis does not abide death to become a fact. It is a fact now. Our souls reflect the personality of those with whom we associate, admire and love. George Elliot is correct, men and women do make men and women. Now friends, whose image are we reflecting? Are we reflecting the glory of Jesus or the spirit of the devil? When men see and hear us, do they perceive that we are with Jesus or the? In that we presence do we dwell, whom do we hear? We cannot but speak the things which we hear. I beseech you to associate with Jesus, hear Him, behold and reflect Him. We have the promise of another year. Heaven be praised. We have thin places in our morals, weak places in our religion, irregularities in our lives. Heaven pity us! Resolve. Resolve. I will not do this. I will do this. Miserable failures we are. Here is the remedy: Let us take Jesus for a bosom friend. Get and stay in His presence. Who can steal and be, be unholy in the presence of Jesus? Have you not met persons in whose presence you could not think or act badly? How much more elevating is the presence of Jesus. Why water becomes conscious in His presence and blushes into wine; the tempest is calm, the devils flee. Only make Him a comrade, only stay near enough to reflect Him and we will be transformed into His image, who did no sin, neither was any guile in His mouth. The process may be slow, but it is sure. We cannot prophecy of the pain and pleasure of this new year, but we know this much, that if it be like other years there are provocations, tribulations, wounds along with our pleasures and joys. Whom will we reflect when we are provoked? Somebody will wound your feeling in a spot most sensitive, will you reflect the image of Jesus or the image of the devil? Sinners are watching in our joys and pleasure will they see Jesus or world? Some one will be brought to us for our condemnation, will we stone or forgive? We will meet some Maladene, shall we address her possibilities or reputation? Shall it be "harlot" or "daughter"? Some one will need to bear witness to the power of the cross and resurrection, shall we say, "I never knew Him," or "This Jesus hath God raised up from the dead." Shall we be silent in testimony meeting and enthusiastic in other things, and fool ourselves by writing, "reticent" and "culture" over all religious activity? Will we reflect Jesus and be accused of being "besides" ourselves for His kingdom's sake? Will we wax warm in prayer and testimony to the extent that some cool Festus will think us mad? God help us to be bold, wise and harmless. To the unconverted, we would introduce you to a friend most constant, beautiful, helpful. A friend, whose image if you will reflect, his likeness you shall bear. God help you accept his acquaintance at once. To the saints, we recommend that we all keep close to Jesus, spend just a few minutes each day with Him, in song, prayer, poverty, misfortune. You will hardly find him out, call at any hour. Let us keep so close to Jesus that men beholding us, even though we be poor, unlettered, sick, broken hearted, wronged, will be forced to take knowledge that we ARE with Jesus. May none of us, during this new year, fail to reflect Jesus, especially in suffering, serving and forgiving. God bless you. Amen. VIRGINIA BAPTISTS "THE YEAR OF JUBILEE IS COME" To all persons within and without the confines of the grand "Old Dominion," Virginia, who are interested in the work of the great Virginia Baptist State Convention and her Allies, Greeting:— To you and yours a happy, healthy and hopeful New Year. In all things in general and in Christian accomplishments in particular may this be the banner year of your lives. And may you hear the divine voice that said to Abram, ages ago, "I will bless thee—and thou shalt be a blessing." For truly God means for us to be faithful stewards of his blessings by dividing with others. And if any time would inspire our Baptist hosts to do their best it should be this year of JUBILEE, this Baptist JUBILEE in Virginia. This year, beginning July 10th and closing July 15th on the campus of the Virginia Theological Seminary and College will be the Baptist Jubilee meeting which is expected to be the greatest affair ever witnessed by colored Baptists of the United States of North America. At that time the Woman's State Educational Convention, the Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. Convention of Virginia and the Virginia Baptist State Convention will meet simultaneously in the College chapel, in a great tent and in a greater tent respectively. And there will be assembled Baptist hosts from the North, East, South and West by hundreds and thousands to engage in and witness the deliberations and to hear some of the world's greatest pulpit giants. And we ask every Baptist church, every Sunday School, every Baptist Young Peoples Union and every district association and convention of our ranks both in and out of Virginia to be represented. Owing to the high cost of living it has been decided to charge each delegate and messenger the reasonable sum of one dollar a day for good board and comfortable lodging. And delegates and messengers will board and lodge both at the school and in the city of Lynchburg. The pastors of that city have already begun to stir their forces to adequately care for those coming multitudes. Now co-workers we want to cancel the entire endebtedness of the Seminary which is only eleven thousand dollars. If we raise a total of fifteen thousand dollars at this meeting the mortgage will be burned and a splendid bonus will be left for some further endeavors, for the work. In view of this will you please let me know very soon how much to depend upon NOW BEING The "WHO'S WHO" Classified Negro Health and Guide B Norfolk Portsmouth Berkley Phoebus Smith Suffolk to promote co-operation among the business the residential and traveling public a quick respective and enterprising citizens. Charge to see, with general local information, etc. Compiled under direction of Wm. J. KEMP of the Colored Enumeration of Eastern Virginia PRICE $ to promote co-operation among the business and professional colored people and to afford the residential and traveling public a quick reference and accurate means of locating representative and enterprising citizens. Churches, Hotels, Lodges, places of interest, sights to see, with general local information, etc. Compiled under direction of Wm. J. KEMP, formerly Government Special Agent in chief of the Colored Enumeration of Eastern Virginia, 1910 Federal Census. Published by American Sales Corporation NORFOLK, VIRGINIA Be sure your Name or your Business or your classifications from Wm. J. KEMP. The Negro Agricultural College of N Maintained and Controlled by The Governmen For MALES ONLY. Fall T Short Winter Course FOR CATALOGUE OR FURT Be sure your Name or your Business or your Organization or Lodge is listed. List of classifications from Wm. J. KEMP, 358 Queen Street, Phone 5570 or 5454-1. Maintained and Controlled by The Governments of North Carolina and of the United States For MALES ONLY. Fall Term Begins September 1st, 1916 Short Winter Courses for Farmers' Runs FOR CATALOGUE OR FURTHER INFORMATION. ADDRESS James B. Dudley, President, Greensboro, North Carolina you for, as well as your church or district body? Please let me know soon, as we want to get all of this money pledged just as soon as possible. A good number of the churches and individuals have made splendid pledges already. A good many individuals have pledged a minimum of twenty-five dollars, personally, which will be fifty cents for each year of the age of the Virginia Baptist State Convention. And we hope that no good Baptist in moderate circumstances will be less than fifty cents, which will be only one penny for each year of the existence of this convention. And remember that every person who gives as much as one dollar will be made a member of the Jubilee Association and his name will be recorded in the great Jubilee book. This book will have the names of all the Jubilee donors and the amount they give from a dollar up. And of course we want our names to show for as much as possible. Talk about the Jubilee. Pray for the Jubilee. Pay to the Jubilee. Yours for the interest of the Jubilee. A. A. GALVIN, President, Va. Bapt. State Convention, 232 South Main Street, Danville, Va. CRESWELL, N. C. (W. H. Robinson.) Miss Annie Webb and Mr. L. W. Spruill were married at St. Mark's A. M. E. Church by Rev. W. A Cobb, on Sunday, December 31. A large number of friends witnessed the ceremony. Call on W. H. Robinson for The Journal and Guide, the leading race journal. Mr. D. S. Tredwell has been appointed superintendent of the Sunday School and great progress is expected. Mr. P. W. Littlejohn returned to Plymouth to take charge of the school. Mr. and Mrs. Butt have been spending a part of their holidays in Creswell as the guests of Mr. Lawrence Pholps. Messrs. Isiaac Williams, Wallace Baum and W. H. Robinson spent a few days in Edenton, last week. Among the visitors in town last week were Mr. Willie Green of Edenton and Luther Walker. Mr. A. L. Littlejohn departed this life December 29th after a lingering illness. Messrs. Winfield and McKinley Baum spent a few days in Elizabeth City last week. Master W. A. Robinson left for Edenton to attend school. Mr. P. W. Littlejohn has returned to Plymouth to re-open his school. ROCKY MOUNT (By O. R. Pope.) The interior of St. James Baptist Church has been greatly improved in appearance. Mr. Lonnie Spencer did the painting. Rev. Nixon has interested a number of citizens in the establishing of a colored Y. M. C. A. There is an epidemic of measles in the city. Every citizen is asked to use every precaution to help stamp it out. Rev. G. A. Wood, pastor of the A. M. E., Zion Church, reports that his membership has grown from forty to one hundred in two years. Mr. Jim Sessoms has the distinction of being the oldest merchant in Rocky Mount. He began business in 1885. The Carrish Soldiers Memorial Exercises were held at Mt. Zion Baptist Church during the holidays. The program, under the management of Mr. Jas. A. Clark was a gem. Rev. J. H. Martin delivered the Emancipation address at Enfield, N. C. Piano and Organ Tuning in all its Branches Factory Experience PIANO CASES VENEERED Pianos and Organs Bought and Sold W-! Have You to Offer? G COMPILED AND WHERE Book Business Directory Book, 1917 NewportNews Hampton Bulk Edenton Elizabeth City ess and professional colored people and to afford ark reference and accurate means of locating re- purchases, Hotels, Lodges, places of interest, sights c. EP, formerly Government Special Agent in cha- gina, 1910 Federal Census. 50 CENTS your Organization or Lodge is listed. List of 358 Queen Street, Phone 5570 or 5454-j Cultural and Technical North Carolina Elements of North Carolina and of the United States Term Begins September 1st, 1918 Courses for Farmers' Sons OTHER INFORMATION. ADDRESS Lesson I.—First Quarter, Jan. 7, 1917. Text of the Lesson, John i, 1:18—Memory Vories, Verse, 11, 12—Golden Text, John i, 4—Commentary Prepared by Rev D. M. Stearns. In these four gospel portraits of Christ we see Him as the King (Matthew), the Servant (Mark), the Son of Man (Luke) and the Son of God (John)—the same Jesus in each, revealed to us a little differently, that we may know Him more fully and more intimately. This gospel is certainly the eagle gospel, as the others are suggestive of the other faces of the cherubim, the lion, the ox and the man. Here we are lifted far above the others and carried back to the beginning, before the creation, to Him by whom all things were created. His name, "the Word of God," takes us back to the ten times repeated "And God said" of Gen. 1, along with Ps. xxxiii, 6, "By the Word of the Lord were the heavens made." Then on to Rev. xix, 13, when He shall come in glory as "the Word of God." How grand the statement in verse 3, "Without Him was not anything made that was made," reminding us also of Col. 1, 16, and leading us to exclaim Jer. xxxii, 17. I often think of and quote these lines: "The Scriptures and the Lord bear one most holy name; the written and the Living Word are in all things the same. Then the word of any one, if sincere, is the utterance of the heart, and in Him we see and know the heart of God the Father. As Creator He is too far above us to be known by us, but when we see Him in human form, the Word made flesh (verse 14), then he comes near to us in such a way that we may know Him. Though no man hath seen God at any time, any believer can see Him in the only begotten Son (verse 18). Those of whom it is written in Ex. xxv, 11, "They saw God and did eat and drink," saw not the Father, but the Son, whose joys forth have been from the days of eternity (Mieah, v. 2, margin). So was it also with Abraham, and Jacob, and Moses, and Joshua, and Gideon, and Manoah, and Job, and Isaiah, and Daniel. Let us be content with the words of our Lord to Philip, "He that hath seen me hath seen the Father" (John xv, 9). Not only is He God the Creator, but He is the Life and the Light of men. His first recorded utterance in Scripture is, "Let there be light," and then we remember that "God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ" (Gen. 1, 3; 3; Cor. 19, 6). So peculiarly is He the Life that there is no life apart from Him, for "He that hath the Son hath life, and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life" (1 John v. 12). Life and light and love are three of the great words of this gospel, and in Him alone are found the three. He is called "The True Light" (verse 9, as He is also "the True Bread from heaven" "the True Vine," "the True Tabernacle" (John v. 22 xv, 1; Heb. vill. 2). John the Baptist bore witness of the light that he hath through him might believe, and one of the last words of our Lord before He ascended was, "Ye shall receive the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you, and ye shall be witnesses unto me" (Acts 1, 8, margin). Could anything be more pitiful and pathetic than the statement of lesson verses 10, 11, that He was in the world that He had made, and it knew Him not, and His own people received Him not. Yet so it has ever been since Adam and Eve turned from Him in the Eden, where He placed them to enjoy Him and it. Israel would none of me. I would, if ye would not. Ye will not come unto me. Such are some of His words concerning our treatment of Him. Yet He loves us and pleads with us. Although He knows all the truth about us, He is full of grace toward us; "full of grace and truth." Praise God for the comfort and the assurance of verse 12, for, knowing that I did truly receive Him as my Saviour and put all my trust in His precious blood, this, with the following verse, made me certain that I had become a child of God, born of God, and, with John v. 24; I John ii, 12; Isaiah, 25, and other words of life gave me assurance of the forgiveness of sins that they would never be remembered against me and that I had passed from death into life. I have had this comfort row (June, 1915) for forty-two years, ever since 1873, but had been a church member in good standing without such assurance for some years before that. It is not a feeling, but simply a resting on the inattainable word of God that it is as He says. While Matthew, Mark and Luke refer quite fully to the glory of the transfiguration, John seems to sum it up in one sentence, "We behold His glory, the glory of the only begotten of the Father" (verse 14). The only way of true humility on our part (verse 15) and of victory over all present vanities of this world is to behold His glory according to II Cor. iii. 18. Then we shall be unable to see self and circumstances and hindrances because of the glory of their light and because of the city we have so recently been learning about, whose light is the Glory of God and of the Laws. xxl. 11; Rev. xxl. 23. SUFFOLK NEWS ADVERTISEMENTS Your subscription is now due (?) You may expect the collector at any time. He is not permitted to extend credit to any one. His next report goes into headquarters Tuesday morning, January the 9th. May he report you as having paid up? Mrs. Aleathia M. Lassiter, of Haverhill, Mass., is visiting her many old friends, acquaintances and relatives. This is her home, and we all are glad to see her. She is the daughter of the late Rev. Dr. W. W. Gaines, and a niece of our own J. Fenton Peele. Mrs. D. W. Lee is visiting in Atlanta, Ga. While there, she is the guest of her close friend, Mrs. Charles A. Bullard. Mr. Paul Williams, of Henderson, N. C., spent several of the holidays with his daughters, Mrs. Susan Burton in institute street, and Mrs. Mary Shall in Mahan street. Mr. Morrell Johnson, of Hampton Institute, was a holiday guest of Miss Margaret Slaughter in Pine street. Mr. Robert W. Randall, of New York City, was a Christmas visitor to his sister, Mrs. C. W. Jordan, in Pine street. Mrs. W. H. Batchelor was hostess of her mother, Mrs. Millie Alexander, and two sisters, Mesdames Carrie Brickhouse and Lavinia Morris, of Cressville, N. C., at her home in Lee street, during the holidays. During Christmas, Mrs. Parthenia Southall had for her guests, Mrs. Hette Baskerwell, of Boydton, Va.; Mrs. Mary Howard and little son, Mr. and Mrs. Rose, of Portsmouth, Va.; Mrs. Mary Hubbard, Newport News, and Miss Odessa Howard, of Norfolk, Va. Miss Mary K. Coker, Mr. Henry Bland and Mr. Jarvis Hunter, of Hampton, were among our other holiday visitors. Mr. Thomas Brinkley, of Baltimore, Md., also spent several days in the city. The reporter thanks his many subscribers and friends for their kind words of appreciation for his calls, and for what he has to say about them. He is trying to make the Suffolk division more interesting for all. Mr. Samuel N. King, or Norfolk, Vt., spent Christmas as the guest of Mrs. Grady Backus, in Pine street. The "Casino" was all detectable, Wednesday evening of Christmas, when the Jolly-Bunch-Social-Club gave its annual dance in honor of its many in and out of the city guests. The hall was very beautifully decorated for the occasion. Music was furnished by the Club orchestra. Quite a number of out of the city guests were present. Miss Louise Wilson, of Nashville, Tennessee, daughter of Prof. J. W. Wilson, visiting in the city. She is staying with the Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Hurrell in Mahon street. Mr. Romie Heck, student at the Lynchburg Seminary, spent the holidays with his parents and friends in the city. The New Year presents do us "in few left-over" widowers who seem to think that they are the "IT." Is it not said, and believed, that "tof all fools, the widowers are the biggest?" Rev. L. L. Downing, of Rondale, Va., M. W. Grand Master of Masons, was in the city, the other day, on route to Sunbeam, Va., where he, Mr. C. W. Jordan and Mr. J. W. Easter missed Cain, and a few other Masons. Miss Beulah Boone, accompanied by Mrs. G. W. Boone, and the Misses Bessie Thorne and Rena Wynn, has returned from Norfolk, Va., where she attended the marriage of her cousin, the Henderserson Wells, to Miss Fannie Suffolk Business Directory SOUTHSIDE MERCANTILE AND SUPPLY COMPANY, Inc. J. Fenton Peel and John Cohoon, Managers. Wellon Street Extended, Suffolk, Va. General Merchandise Staple and Green Groceries, Fresh Country Pro- duce, Goods delivered. Call Phone 425-J. 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OWNED AND SOLD BY Nansemond Development Co. W. H. CROCKER, Manager Office, 123 East Washington St. SUFFOLK, VA. C. L. Griffin, Agent for Jericho Miss Hattie Granger of Portsmouth; Miss L. A. Riddick of Norfolk, Va., and Mr. Simons Garris of Baltimore, Md., were guests of Mrs. J. B. Hardy last week. Mr. Charles S. Morris, Jr., of Norfolk, Va., was a guest at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Luther Golden, in E. Washington street, during the holidays. Miss Bessie Williams, Petersburg; Miss Lena Claihorne, Ford; Miss Carrie Jones, Portsmouth, and Mr. McCoy of Norfolk, Va., were holiday guests of Miss S. N. Ridley, in Smith street. The many students who are attending schools in other cities, have returned to resume their studies after having spent the holidays with their parents. Miss Boone, a teacher at Emporia, Va., has concluded a visit to her brother, the Rev. P. L. Boone, in Pine street. The Reporter Calls. In the first place, the reporter did not make this particular call, but was graciously called on by a lady-former subscriber from the county, who came for the especial purpose of renewing her subscription for another year. It was Friday, not Saturday afternoon. He had spent the week in his little private habitat, reading magazines, newspapers, writing and thinking about other "Dry" things, for the last several days. The door bell rings, and soon he heard a voice that he had not heard before within the last six months. The lady was introducing her son to some young ladies. From down the stairs, the reporter heard that it was he, whom she wished to see. She was shown up into the private habitat, and in she comes—corpulently, small, but mentally, a giantess, and as loquacious as a bird. "This is my son, Johnny, and this is one of my daughters, whom you have met," she said. "He is a student at Hampton, and will finish his business course there this session, you know," she said again. "I want you to know him, because you are also interested in boys," she said some more. And then for the next twenty minutes, the reporter had nothing else to do but to sit speechless and listen. He really enjoyed his job, for Mrs. Cornelia Boykin, from near Buckhorn, is one of the best conversationalists that this county has ever produced. And furthermore, she is one of the county's best farmers. "Now, Madun," got in the reporter, in his solicitous way, "about when does your subscription expire?" "That's what I came here for. I have not had a paper within the last three or four weeks. I don't want to be cut off, so I have brought you $1.50 to renew Here is your money." The receipt was written, and Mrs. Boykin shall read The Journal and Guide for the next 12 months. Saturday found the reporter taking a much needed exercise. First stop: "Yes. I 'phoned you to come to see me. I have some news,' but no money for you," said Mrs. Parthenia Southall. And she is very corpulent, too. She can also talk. And she did't talk. The little reporter took all she said, and left for parts unknown to her. Next stop: Mrs. Alice Coker is as corpulent and as good-natured as ever. Mr. Coker was present, and so was Miss Myra. She had come from Ingleside Seminary to spend the holidays with her parents. She directed the reporter to have the paper sent to her at school. And now, he is at the beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Vick. Both are at home, and the reporter is seated in the parlor trying to out talk Mrs. Annie E. Vick. As he nears the point to say "The Guide," in comes that master of men, presiding elder and business man, the Rev. Dr. G. R. Jones, and spoils it all. Nothing doing here, and the reporter is soon seen at another comfortable home on the corner just across the street. Here, he is forbidden to say a word about fat ladies. Her subscription is not quite out, so Mrs. Ida V. Easter receives him with open hands and a closed pocketbook. Incidentally, he learned that Mrs. Easter is the very successful principal of the "Antioch Christian School," and has some fifty or more students. She is doing quite a good work over in what is known as "Philadelphia." Their Christmas entertainment was a great success. This is another one of our private schools. No money nor Christmas here for the reporter, so he goes on to Mrs. Annie Hall. "Mrs." not "Miss," mind you. Neither money nor Christmas found here, so his tarry is very short. Everybody is corpulent. Now, the reporter thought that he had seen some fat folks; but right across the street from here, he reached the climax of his efforts. He is on Smith street. And Mrs. Julia Barner Walker THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE is corpulent and has much to spare. "I did not expect you today. I will bring the money to your office Monday," she said. After catching some of his breath, he forced up enough courage to say, "Yes, Mam. Mr. Barner is well, I hope." And he is gone around on Lee street, where he hoped to find people of less sizes. But not so, for he runs right into a whole family of fat ones. He was met at the door by Mrs. W. H. Batchelor, the "Boss," who was entertaining her guests from Cressville, N. C. She is very entertaining and is about as corpulent and amiable as one usually finds. "I have not heard the Rev. Watson, but from what you said about him in the paper, I will hear him." "Yes. Madam, and you will hear a Godly man and a good preacher," said he. Then he met the acquaintance of Mrs. Alexander, the mother, and Mrs. Bryant, a sister. Another little sister, Mrs. Morris, was too large to be seen. And here, he noticed that the little two-year-old, and another whose name he is not permitted to call, is cutting teeth. No subscription due here, so he runs down in Pine street to see Mrs. C. W. Jordan. She is just lively, good humored and as corpulent as ever. Just a little Christmas and he is over to see Mr. D. W. Lee—no other. He was found eating a one-handed dinner. His wife is away down in Georgia. Mrs. M. M. Slaughter, the graceful, the hospitable, soon had him in the spacious dining room where he found it very dry and warm. In one corner, sat the silhouette of Miss Margaret Slaughter. She had just returned from Hampton, where she was a guest at a big reception. Naturally, she was not feeling so very well. One never does, after having such a time. A stop just long enough to receipt Mrs. Mary Small, in Mahar street, and a "pop" at Mrs. Susan Burton's, in Institute street, and he walks back home after having made a tour of some five miles. The reporter will tell of his visit to headquarters later. It is now a new office, and owned by The Journal and Guide. DANVILLE, VA. (By Mabel G. Oliver.) Mr. W. H. Harrison, Sr., who has been ill at his residence on Gay street, is improving. Mr. Harry Clarke and Miss Virginia Hilton were married Sunday night, December twenty-fourth, 1916. Mrs. Lutetia Edmondy, the mother of Mr. B. J. Swanson, died Thursday, December twenty-first. Miss Chara Williams is suffering an attack of pneumonia at her home on Paxton street. Misses Almeda Hill, Hazel Claiborne, Naumi Clarke, Louise Dunston, Willie Cunningham of Harthorne College, Messrs. Charlie Dunston, Pemperton Williams, Waverley Woods, James Cornitcher, and Clarence Adams, of Union University, spent the holidays in the city. Among those in the city for the holidays were: Messrs. Harman Gunn, Lynn Harris, of Biddle University, Willie Chanay, James Coles, George West, Leon Smith, Waverley Nimmo, and David Crawley and John Sampson. Miss Mary Bedford and Mr. Willie Martin were united in matrimony Wednesday night, December 20th, at the bride's home on Gay street. The pretty but quiet marriage was witnessed by relatives and friends. Miss Susia Galvin, of Virginia Seminary, Lynchburg, Va., spent the holidays with her parents. She was accompanied by Revs. Dodd, Harraway and Allen. Among the county teachers who spent the holidays here were: Misses Lillie Wilson, Estelle Robinson, Janie Robinson, Beatrice Williamson and Lelia Loew. Mr. W. H. Boyd, who spent some years in Kingsport, Tenn., has returned home. Mrs. Emma Wilson died at her home on Doe street, Thursday morning. Miss Letetia Swanson was called home from New York by the death of her grandmother, Mrs. Edmunds. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Bailey left for Scotlandburg, Va., to spend some time. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Flemming of Richmond, spent the Yuletide as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Greene. Little Lovelette, the inant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Greene is indisposed. Mr. Lawson Garland died Monday morning, January first. Mrs. Sarah McCall was united in marriage to Mr. Morton on Wednesday, December 27th. Mr. Borkley Harrison and sister, Miss Ada Harrison, were called home to the bedside of their father. The Emancipation Celebration was held at Calvary Baptist Church Monday at three o'clock. A splendid program was rendered. A collection of $8.00 was raised. The Habit of Taking Cold. With many people taking cold is a habit, but fortunately one that is easily broken. Take a cold sponge bath every morning when you first get out of bed—not ice cold, but a temperature of about $90^{\circ}$ F. Also sleep with your window up. Do this and you will seldom take cold. When you do take cold take Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and get rid of it as quickly as possible. For sale by all Druggists. --- Invest Some of Your Christmas Savings in Washington Heights if You want to own a lot in the best and most desirable property ever offered for sale to colored people This property is situated on Chapel Street, is high well drained and of easy access, besides being on the line of development for residential purposes. The title to these lots is perfect which can be annoted for a small sum. If you burnin can no mistake. Mr. Ro ELIZABETH CITY ELIZABETH CITY (By F. W. W. M. Butler.) Mr. Willie E. Butler returned to the A. & T. College Monday, having spent the holidays at home with parents. Mrs. D. W. White and son of Norfolk, Va., spent a few days in the city during the holidays. Mrs. Anne E. Jones spent the holidays at Raleigh, N. C. with her son, James, who is a student at Shaw University. Mrs. Mattie Jenkins and sons, Charles and Alvin of Hertford, were in the city Friday. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Starke visited their son, L. C. Starke, at Portsmouth, during the holidays. Joseph Williams came home from Norfolk to spend the holidays with his father and mother. Mr. Dennis Hoggard is home from New York to visit parents and friends. Mr. Arthur Watson from Connecticut is home to visit his people. Mr. Mathias Monden, a respected citizen of this city, died December 20, and was buried Saturday, December 22. The deceased had been confined to his bed for several weeks before his death. In the death of Mr. Monden the city loses another of its most useful citizens. Mrs. M. A. Thorpe, who recently returned from Greensboro, left for Grimesland Monday, where she will teach during the winter. After spending several days visiting friends here, Mrs. R. O. Wood and daughter of Norfolk, Va., left Thursday for Edenton, N. C., to visit parents and friends. Mr. J. F. Whitehurst left Sunday to resume his teaching at Jackson, N. C., having spent the holidays home. Miss Katie E. Brockett spent the holidays in Norfolk visiting her sister and friends. Miss Jennie E. McMurren returned to Clinton, N. C. Sunday to resume her duties as teacher in the Sampson County Training School. Mrs. Josephine Johnson of Norfolk, Va., spent a few days visiting her parents and friends here. Mrs. Mary E. Pool went to Portsmouth, Va., where she attended the funeral of Rev. Bareo. Miss Bessie Johnson returned to New York Saturday, having spent several days visiting parents and friends here. Mr. John T. Davis went to Norfolk to spend the holidays with his brother, Milford Davis. Mrs. Mary Lamb visited friends in Edenton during the holidays. The Stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Elliott during the holidays, leaving a 9-pound girl. Mrs. Susie Britt of New York, visited her brother, Mr. W. A. Britton, during the holidays. Mrs. Caroline Jarvis of Gregory, N. C., was in the city this week visiting friends. Mrs. Edward Berry entertained her Sabbath School at home, 418 White street, Xmas Sunday. Cake, cream and confectioneries were served. Misses Fannie and Helen Bass spent the holidays at Moyock with their sister, Mrs. Garrett. Dr. Geo. L. White went to Plymouth Monday, where he delivered the "Emancipation!" address. The Xmas Cantata and Xmas tree at Mt. Lebanon Church was well patronized. The presents given were useful ones. Emancipation Day was fittingly celebrated here. Dr. A. J. Gorhum delivered the annual oration which was ably prepared and well delivered. The Proclamation was read by Mrs. Hattie Graves of Ronnoke Collegiate Faculty. 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Main St. Sentinel Suffolk Burdette Sebrell Gray Jarrett Dolphin Alberta Rembridge Victoria Victoria Meherin Vino Abilene Colleen Paulk Brookneal Altavista Leeville Hudleston Moneta Goodview Roanoke Balem Yellow Sulphur Knox Beggleton Pembroke Rich Creek Princeton, W. Arrive Charleston, W. f—Flag Stop. Electric Lighted Drawing Room Sleeping and 14 between Norfolk and Roanoke. Connection made at Altavista for Lynchton, Parkersburg. Wheeling, Pittsburg and S. M. ADSIT. G. P. A., Norfolk, Vr. The title to these lots annoted for a small sum, no mistake. Read Down West Bound Train No. 1 Daily STATIONS 10.00 a.m 11.00 a.m 11.39 a.m 12.05 p.m 12.12 12.46 1.28 1.40 2.12 2.24 2.29 2.52 12.56 1.18 1.14 1.49 4.19 5.27 5.41 5.56 6.25 6.40 7.20 p.m Leave (Norfolk, Va. 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Ferrell & Co. visiting her sisters here. f-Flag Stop. PAGE SEVEN in Norfolk, last week. Mr. Willie Barnes left Saturday for Grimesland, where he opened school last Tuesday. Miss Mattie Johnson and Miss J. E. Newby left Monday for Trottsville and Chappanoke respectively to resume their duties teaching. Miss C. B. Butler returned to her school in Currituck. Tuesday. Rolleven CATARRH of the BLADDER and all Discharges in 24 HOURS Each capsule bear the game of CATARRH Decarries of CATARRH Bold by all direction. ```markdown ``` Jones was located West School and institute. stating that it was the best white or colored, at the fair departments were represent- tuding, manual training, sew- mestic science and class room MANHATTAN Theatre THE HOME OF GOOD MOVIES Admission ALWAYS 5c MONDAY The Girl From Frisco A multiple-reel Western drama featuring Martin Seas and True Boardman The Yellow Menace Featuring Edwin Stevens OTTO THE SOLDIER, Comedy TUESDAY NEAL OF THE NAVY: Unchained TIGERS, a Drama SHOOTING UP THE MOVIES, Comedy WEDNESDAY The Higher Destiny 3-reel drama featuring Ward Howard and Sidney Ainsworth WHEN THINGS GO WRONG, Comedy Who's Guilty, Series Picture THURSDAY The Usurer's Due The story of a man who meant to get what belonged to him HIS WIFE'S STORY, Comedy FRIDAY The Red Circle REVENGE IS MINE A SOLDIER'S HONOR SATURDAY In THE FIREMAN A Double Reel Scream was delivered at a class was conducted by The house was filled with the testimonies and that made by humble people God. Make a new start this church every Sunday. We PAGE EIGHT R In the Movies THE MANHATTAN. The features at the Manhattan for next week will be indeed interesting and inspiring which its announcement indicates. Especially good will the programs be for Monday and Saturday. Monday's program will include "The Yellow Menace," Otto the Soldier," and "The Girl From Frisco," a multiple reel drama. Everybody should see these features as they are most enjoyable. The admission price is always five cents. AT THE PALACE. The Palace Theatre, "the House of Quality," has many brilliant attractions for the coming week, in which the world's most famous movie characters will star. The program on this page shows that the quality of the pictures are DeLuxe. Good comedies and dramas galore are in store for those who attend the Palace shows next week. Today's bill will be one of unusual interest. "The Marriage of Molly O," a five-reel Triangle feature with Mao Marsh in the title role is a feature to be highly appreciated. This will be supplemented by Keystone Comedies and other attraction on Monday. OBITUARY. Mrs. Mollie A. Booth of Concord, Va., died suddenly at the home of her daughter, Mrs. J. B. Davenport, 516 Chapel street, this city, Wednesday morning, December the 20th, at 3:10, in her fifth year. She was a mem- Insure Your Next Xmas Needs Join One of the 1917 Classes of Our XMAS SAVINGS CLUB Now is the time to begin planning for those things you most desire for next Xmas. Put a little in the Xmas Savings Club each week and when Santa Claus comes around again you will have some ready cash to make his coming merry and to make the family happy. You will not miss the small weekly payments that grow while you sleep. Get this Xmas Insurance today. Next week or next month may be too late. Brown Savings and Banking Co. E. C. BROWN, President J. A. HANDY, Vice-President Wm. M. RICH, Cashier ber of the Free Spring Baptist Church. The funeral took place at Long Mount Baptist Church, December 24th, and was largely attended. Rev. S. N. Gibson, officiated. The floral tributes were beautiful. The remains were laid to rest in the family burying ground. She leaves a mother, Mrs. Angeline Franklin, of Concord; two daughters, Mrs. J. B. Davenport, of Norfolk and T. J. Wooding, of Concord; two sons, Messrs. Leroy and Ellis Booth, of Concord and eleven grandchildren, three sisters, one brother, other relatives and a host of friends. ORITUARY. The many friends of Mr. Ernest W. Fuller were shocked to learn of his death, which occurred December 29, 1916. He was a very promising young man of fine qualities and great ambition. He was married at the early age of 23 to Miss Cora Bynum of Mont Clair, N. J., they lived together for 5 years. Early in the fall he came back to Norfolk, and on the 23 of December he was taken ill, which illness ended in death on the 29th of December. Thus the career of a promising young man is ended. Sometime when all life's lessons have been learned, And sun and stars forever more have set, The things which our weak judgment here have spun, The things over which we grieved with lashes wet, Will flash before us out of life's dark night, As stars shine most in deepest tints of blue, And we shall see how all God's plans are right. INCORPORATED resident J. A. HANDY, Vice-President And how what seemed reproof was and kindness shown, an love most true. rendered me during the And you shall shortly know that lengthened breath, Is not the sweetest gift God sends his friends, And that sometimes, the sable pall of death Conceals the fairest born his love can send; If we could push afar the gates of life, And stand within and all God's workings see, We could interpret all this doubt and strife, And for each mystery could find a key. But not today. Then be content poor heart God's plans like lilies pure and white unfold, And if through patient toil we reach the Land Where tired feet with sandals loose, may rest, When we shall clearly know and understand, I know that we shall say that God knows best. A friend, MR. OLLIE SIMMONS. Card of Thanks. 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We are making a special price of 90c per month for the treatment of Children's hair and our guarantee stands behind its improvement. We are agents for the most reliable hair goods on the market, including Wigs of every description, Pin Waves, Ventilated Transformations, etc. Come and see Madam Law for advanced styles in all lines of hair work. MADAM GRACE V. LAW 536 Queen Street, corner Gran ACADEMY NEXT n Street, corner Grant Norfo ACADEMY OF MU NEXT WEEK and kindness shown, and assistance rendered me during the illness of my husband, Ernest W. Fuller, and for the beautiful floral tributes at his death. May God's blessing rest upon you, and peace and prosperity attend you with a Happy New Year. Sleep on dear Ernest take thy rest I love you dearly here, but Jesus loved you best. His wife, MRS. CORA FULLER. Madam Law Returns Has Completed Special Course In Hair and Sca'p Treatment In Wanamaker School Madam Grace V. 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The most reliable hair goods being Wigs of every discrip- mentilated Transformations. Madam Law for advanced hair work. Norfolk, Virginia Y OF MUSIC T WEEK Comfort Is A Matter of Course At the Palace. Bring the Children TESTIMONIAL 332 W. 40th Street, New York, N. Y., December 21, 1916. This is to say that I have had an ailment since 1913 and have been treated by the best physicians and specialists of New York and received only little relief from them. I have been under the treatment of Dr. J. H. Pritchard, of Norfolk, since October 26th, and after taking the first dose I received relief and have been improving ever since. I can't say too much for Dr. J. H. Pritchard's great Root and Herb Medicine and I only wish every sufferer could see him. Dr. J. H. Pritchard, 1226 Church Street, Norfolk. Respectfully, MRS, E C. GREEN, 12-23 4t. Marriage Announcement. Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Sears wish to announce the marriage of their daughter, Lourrena R., to Edward L. Archer, December 23rd, 1916. Rev. R. H. Bowling, D. D. Lld., officiating. For Suffering S. T. Ha- Ru-Ma- Has no equal for Rheumatism, PRICE $1 PER BOTTLE delivered free S. T. HANGER HIGH and CRAWFORD STREETS PALAC THEATRE The South's Best Motion Pl SPECIAL FEATURES MONDAY MARRIAGE OF MOLLY O 5 reels, featuring Mae Marsh His Feather Nest Keystone Comedy The Shielding Shadow A truly wonderful fifteen chap- ter serial by Pathe, featuring GRACE DARMOND RALPH KELLARD LEON BARRY William Russell The Torch Bearer WEDNESDAY Pearl of the Army Unmasking Americas Secret Foes A new Pathe Serial under the di- rection of Edward Jose and feat- turing Pearl White, the "IRON CLAW" and "GLUTCHING HAND" girl. The Flower of No Man's Land Featuring Viola Dana Comfort Is A Matter Palace. 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PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA ACE RE TheHouse of Quality-- ADMISSION: Adults 10c Children 5c on Picture Theatre for Colored RES FOR NEXT WEEK THURSDAY Beginning The New Exploits of Elaine The FIGHTING GERMANS 5 reel. War Picture Theda Bara in East Lynne Today----SATURDAY A Lass of the Lumberlands A Super Chapter Play in 16 Episodes THE PAYMENT Featuring Bessie Barriscale SKIRTS, Keystone Comedy Matter of Course At the Bring the Children