Norfolk Journal and Guide

NORFOLK OFFERS COLORED REGIMENT War Crisis Creates New Demand For Negro Labor In The South VOLUME XVII. NO. 27 NORFO War Crisis Create For Negro Labo Industrial Ranks Need Recruits And Race Has New Opportunity To Display Its Characteristic Loyalty In Hour of Nation's Peril-Army and Navy Must Be Supported By Great Industrial And Agricultural Organization. The comprehensive plans for the mobilization of the nation's industrial resources made necessary by the entry of America into the European war gives the movement of Negro labor to the North a new aspect and also gives rise to new reasons, patriotic and otherwise, why the members of the race should halt the present tendency toward wholesale and unorganized migration. The new responsibilities placed upon the South's great industrial and agricultural resources by the war creates a new and imperative demand for labor. The demand confronts not only the farmers who are going to be depended upon to feed the nation as well as the army and navy, but it confronts as never before the manufacturer, the transportation lines and every unit of the nation's great industrial organization. The great responsibility of moving the nation's supplies and keeping open the lines of communication rests upon the transportation companies, who must have labor—largely Negro labor—to keep their fleets and trains moving. Industrial Army One of Nation's Best Assets. The South's great army of industrial workers is one of the nation's best assets, and its importance ranks next to the army and navy, which constitute the country's first line of defense. The colored men who stand by their present employment in the South and who lend their efforts, moral as well as physical, to the maintenance of the full efficiency of the South's industrial organization are contributing as much to the successful prosecution of the war and are upholding the honor of the flag just as much as the men who bear arms in their country's defense. Dangers of Migration During This Period. During the past several weeks the Journal and Guide has investigated and pointed out in these columns the dangers that confront the Southern emigrant in the North during normal times, and it is quite apparent these dangers are accentuated and become more grave during the war period. Labor Agents For Profit Lure South- ern Negroes Away From Home To Worse Conditions. The Journal and Guide has endeavored to point out the real facts about migration, and while our efforts have met with the approval of the great majority of our race, we have met with some criticism from North and South, emanating mostly from those inspired by sentimental desires to work some form of reprisal upon the South. One of our most severe critics has been a Negro paper published in New York City, which claims that "better economic, civil and social advantages await the Negroes at the North." This same editor who advertises more economic freedom and more equality of opportunity for Negroes at the North, admits that in "Harlem," where he lives, there are 60,000 Negroes who have no Negro bank, no Negro stores, and who live almost wholly in rented houses. In Norfolk, where there are 35,000 Negroes, there is a Negro bank whose resources are more than $100,000.00 and whose total volume of business last year exceeded a quarter of a million dollars; there are Negro stores and Negro artisans and Negroes own more than a million dollars' worth of homes. This situation gives one a fair idea of the difference existing between the economic opportunity for the Negro North and South. Conditions As They Exist Among Southern Negroes Who Have Enigrated North. The following from the Boston Evening Transcript gives the Northern view of the wholesale exodus of Negroes from the South and a vivid pen picture of conditions; A Negro New to Northerners In discussing this question it must be understood throughout that this new-comer is wholly unlike the Negro of the North; nor is he of the better class of Southern Negro. He is to be compared with the most ignorant of foreigners who come to our cities, untutored in their ways and customs and wholly unfitted to cope with their dangers. The Southern Negro who has received his inspiration at Tuskegee, Hampton, Slater, Claflin or Clinton, is not being brought to the North. Long ago he established himself in business or in a trade in his own locality and is succeeding. The new immigrant is the Negro who has not succeeded, and who while possessing the spirit for advancement, is yet to learn; he is the untutored child of the race, gullible and illittated to take care of himself in a new and strange land. While no worse than the average foreigner, he certainly is no better and he faces the long, hard struggle which falls to the lot of every immigrant. Startling Death Rate Among Negro Immigrants. The startling number of deaths occurring in the city of Philadelphia emphasizes the well-known fact of the Southern Negro's susceptibility to disease, particularly pneumonia and tuberculosis. Here again ignorance is the cause. Health statistics show that the greatest mortality is among the very poorest, most ignorant classes of the Southern laborer—this is true of the whites as well as the Negro. From an economic standpoint, the success of the undertaking rests entirely upon how the Northern white man handles this new immigrant question. If inadequate housing facilities are permitted, disease will make a public charge of the Negro instead of a producer. With heads of families, the wage-carners, stricken, charity will finally be called upon for the support of a non-productive element of the population. But, even with disease eliminated as a factor, there must be considered the "ever-increasing cost of living" question. In the South the Negro has had an easyable existence. Foodstuffs there cost little more than half the Northern scale, and in the rural districts each family produces for the most part all that is required for sustenance. Certainly, the Southern Negro has never been forced to the proposition of buying everything he consumes. Disillusion In Store. In the face of the mounting costs of foodstuffs and rents in the North, the supposedly fabulous wages will melt away; added avenues for indulgence will cause another drain, and poverty will be the lot of a vast majority, until they are properly adjusted to new conditions. And it must be remembered that the old inclination to "take" things will assert itself even before recourse is made to charity. Will Not Get Pay Expected. Thousands of the uneducated, unskilled Southern laborers are coming North with the scale of skilled labor's wage before their eyes. In this they have been deceived by the agents who used every means available to entice them. But, experience already has shown that the vast majority of the newcomers are of the strictly common "hand" class and will not command anything like the pay they expect. PUBLICATION OF THE BULLETIN DELAYED On account of very important matter which came in at the "eleventh hour" for publication in The Virginia State Negro Business League Bulletin the publication has been delayed and will not reach its patrons now until about the twenty-fifth of the month. The Publication Committee regrets to announce this unavoidable delay as it was their desire to place the publication in the hands of the public by the fifteenth of the month. The publication will be brim-full of interesting matter and a copy will be valuable to any individual engaged in business enterprise. Mass Meeting Tuesday Night, April 17th. A mass meeting will be held Tuesday night, April 17th, at Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, under the auspices of the Progressive Association of Norfolk. Mr. Charles Satchell Morris, Jr., will be the speaker for the occasion and his subject will be "American Citizenship and the Power of the Ballot." Mr. J. H. L. Baxter will recite an original poem. NORFOLK, VIRGINIA, APRIL 14, 1917 Main Cause of Migration—the Labor Agent J.C. STITH A.M.E. VIRGINIA CONFERENCE ANNUAL SESSION CONVENED IN FARMVILLE ON TUESDAY MORNING. Bishop J. Albert Johnson Presiding Raised $36,932.79 Last Year And Expected To Exceed That Amount By Ten Per Cent. This Year. (Staff Correspondence. Farmville, Va.-The Virginia Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church convened Tuesday morning with Bishop J. Albert Johnson presiding. Devotional exercises were conducted by the bishop and the presiding elders. Bishop Johnson delivered a most excellent address replete with wholesome instruction. Rev. W. R. Howerton, for many years the proficient secretary, called the roll and was afterwards re-elected. The Virginia Conference in many respects is one of the leading conferences of the connection. It collected for all purposes last conference $36,932.79. This amount will be increased by at least 10 per cent. this year. Dr. R. C. Ransom, editor of the A. M. E. Review, is the only general officer present. Practically all the ministers of the conference are here and will in all probability report an increase in parish finances. The outlook is bright for a great meeting of Methodists in Farmville. UNION DEFEATED HAMPTON Easter Holiday Game Was A Battest, the Richmonders Nosing Out. Richmond, Va.—The Virginia Union University aggregation wreaked eternal revenge upon their ancient rival, Hampton, in one of the most exciting and erratic contests that has ever been witnessed on Hovey field. It took the red and steel pillsters twelve innings to make the blue and white players suceumb to defeat. The holiday fray, although a mere slugfest, was filled with exciting plays. The return engagement between these two teams is being eagerly awaited as the red and steel aggregation is especially strong this season. Howard and Lincoln are among the strong teams that will battle the Unionites this season. The score: Hampton 103 111 004 30—14 Union 000 402 221 31—15 Batteries: Hampton — Eaton and Hearn. Union — Banks, Thompson, Jeffries, Scott and Johnson. Umpire, Nixon. Mrs. Hattie E. Harris of 723 Ave. A, left the city last Sunday for Baltimore, where she will undergo a slight operation in the Johns Hopkin's Hospital. GAVE $3,000 TO Y. M. C. A. SPLENDID GIFT OF COLORED BUSINESS MAN AND WIFE TO ST. LOUIS FUND Mr. And Mrs. A. E. Malone The Givers—$20,000 Has Now Been Raised For New Colored Building—Will Cost $150,000 When Completed. ____ St. Louis, Mo.—$2,000.00 as a final payment on a pledge of $5,000.00 was paid to the Y. M. C. A. in St. Louis by Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Malone on Sunday, April 1st and history was made. Mr. and Mrs. Malone set a new record when they pledged $5,000.00 toward the Y. M. C. A. Fund, and they have continued to show their interest in the Y. M. C. A. cause by the paying in of their pledge until the whole $5,000.00 has been paid. $20,000.00 has now been collected for the New Building for colored men in St. Louis. This New Building is to have all the modern facilities of the Young Men's Christian Associations and will be able to accommodate 100 men. Ground for the New Building will be broken during this month. The gift of Mr. and Mrs. Malone had its effect not only upon the colored people in giving them inspiration, but upon the white as well. Elk Lodges Held Thanksgiving Services. The eighteenth Thanksgiving service of Eureka Lodge No. 5, and the eleventh of Greater Norfolk Lodge No. 132, I. B. P. O. O. of W., were held Sunday at St. John's A. M. E. Church, at 3 p.m. An excellent program had been arranged for the occasion and was carried out. The annual sermon was preached by Rev. S. S. Morris, and the annual oration was delivered by Mr. Andrew Porter of Eureka Lodge. Mr. D. T. Lynn, exalted ruler of Greater Norfolk Lodge was master of ceremonies and the following were the officers of the day: - I. W. H. Guy, Exalted Ruler; H. B. French, Leading Knight; J. F. L. Petts, Loyal Knight; J. M. Terance, Lecturing Knight; J. H. Whittaker, Secretary; J. E. Williams, Chaplain; W. Johnson, Esquire. Thanksgiving Committee: A. Cook, T. H. Vance, Butts Butt, J. F. L. Petts, I. F. Leigh, D. T. Lynn, Geo. Webb, W. Johnson. This issue of The Journal and Guide is one day late on account of mechanical troubles in our Press room. MAKES APPEAL FOR CIVIC PRIDE AND PATRIOTISM Now is Time to Stand Up for Every thing That Is Pure, Clean, Patriotic and Honest. Durham, N. C.-In a circular sent out broadcast by C. C. Spaulding, vicepresident and general manager of the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association of this city, a Negro insurance, company operating in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia and the District of Columbia, Mr. Spaulding calls attention to National Negro Health Week, which is to be observed April 22-28, and says "Now is the time to stand up for everything that is pure, clean, patriotic and honest." Continuing, Mr. Spaulding says: Remain Loyal To Flag. If called upon to shoulder arms to help defend the American Flag, notwithstanding the oppression the Negro has suffered, we should cheerfully respond and maintain the reputation which our forefathers have made in past wars. There never was a more loyal people to this country's flag than the Negro. Let us remain so. Let Germany know what we stand for a principle and cannot be bought. Northern Migration. As to Northern migration, let me admonish you in the words of our own late Booker T. Washington, "Let down your bucket where you are." Don't go North unless YOU ARE SURE of something better than you have now. "A Rolling Stone Gathers no Moss." MEETING WAS GREAT SUCCESS MEETING WAS GREAT SUCCESS SIX HUNDRED AND FORTY EIGHT MEN REGISTERED DURING LAYMEN'S CONVENTION. Twenty-Six Churches Were Represented Among the Delegates—New Impetus Given Religious Work Among Laymen of the City. The Laymen's Missionary Movement of the United States and Canada closed its first convention for colored men ever held in Norfolk, Wednesday, April 4th, at 12 p. m. The meeting was a signal success in every way, 648 men being registered, and 26 churches represented. Queen Street Baptist church, F. W. Williams, pastor, stood first in registering laymen, its number of registered men being 120. First Baptist, Bute street, stood first in amount of work, its number of registered laymen being 119, but total number registered, 131; First Calvary Baptist, 67; Emmanuel A. M. E., 3; Metropolitan A. M. E. Z., 2; St. John A. M. E., 52; Bank Street Baptist, 42; Second Calvary, 20; Shiloh Baptist, 17; Zion Baptist, 16; First W. Presbyterian, 13; Grant Street Holiness, 6; St. Thomas A. M. E. Z., 4; Catholic, 2; miscellaneous, 2; total, 648. REV. HOLLOMAN ACCEPTS WASHINGTON CHURCH (By C. S. Brown.) Winton, N. C.—Rev. J. L. S. Hollomon left Winton, N. C. April 4, 1917, for Washington, D. C., to assume pastoral charge of the Second Baptist Church, formerly pastored by Rev. W. Bishop Johnson, D. D. On the evening of April 3rd a farewell reception and banquet was given his honor by the teachers and students of Waters Normal Institute, where he has labored as one of the instructors for the past six years. This was indeed a delightful social function and highly enjoyed by all present. Remarks were made by Miss Edna Vann, of Como, representing the student body, and by Dr. C. S. Brown, who represented the teachers. Miss Julia A. Brown presented Rev. Hollomon a purse made up by his friends. At the time of his call, Rev. Hollomon was not only a teacher in Waters Normal Institute, but pastor of four very prosperous rural churches, and now leaves a splendid field for his new charge. He takes with him the love and prayers of a host of friends and admirers. FOR SALE — One Five Passenger Cadillac car, in good running condition, $425 cash, $500 on time Call or write, James Williams, 1122 Marshall Avenue, Norfolk, Va. Mrs. J. M. Gandy, of the V. N. I. I., spent the Easter holidays in the city with friends. If you believe in The Journal and Guide Patronize those who use its advertising columns. PRICE FIVE CENTS GIMENT Patriotic Meetings Held During Week Norfolg Colored Citizens Regard Rumore of Pro-German Feelings As Being Too Absurd for Consideration Race Loyal to America and Ready to Serve Country in Any Capacity. Several huge patriotic demonstrations have been held among the colored people of Norfolk during the past week, during which time our people have affirmed and re-affirmed their allegiance to the Stars and Stripes and given the lie emphatically to current reports that German sympathizers or agents were receiving encouragement from them. The reports have been generally regarded as being too absurd for serious thought, but as some skeptical people were busily engaged in circulating them it was thought best by leaders among the colored people of Norfolk to let the country and the world know the real attitude of Norfolk's colored citizens. Offer To Raise Regiment. A patriotic demonstration and parade was held on Friday night, April 6, which was participated in by more than five hundred people. This demonstration was led by Major Benj. Braxton and Sergeant Robt. Stevens, who saw actual service during the Spanish-American war. Following the parade an organization was formed and the following resolutions adopted, a copy being sent to Governor Stuart and one to President Wilson: "Whereas, this country is in a state of war with Germany on account of their unrestricted submarine warfare and the loss of American lives by the ruthless sinking of American ships, be it "Resolved, That we pledge this, our government, a regiment of colored volunteers from this city, upholding the president and this, our government. "We adopt this resolution because we feel that we have a part and parcel in this our great government, and it makes no difference what has been said or done, we are ready to stand by our country and to support it in every way, even to the sacrificing of our lives. "We are ready and willing to go to war. We can fight, and we will fight if given a chance to do so. The colored citizens of Norfolk are patriotic and loyal to the Stars and Stripes and are willing to show their patriotism and loyalty to this, our government. "We have never been, neither will be ever be, traitors to Old Glory. "Signed: Benjamin Braxton, William Jackson, Thomas Butts, Robt. Stevens, Ellis Palmer, Jos. Palmer, Edward Manning, Jos. Jones, James Garrison." Preceding the parade a meeting of ministers and laymen was held at the Y. M. C. A. and strong resolutions adopted affirming the loyalty of the race to the Flag. Tuesday night an enthusiastic meeting was held in the auditorium of Booker T. Washington High School, when patriotic addresses were made by Rev. F. W. Williams, Rev. A. E. Jeffrees, Prof. J. R. Dungee, Maj. Benj Braxton, P. B. Young and others. Prof. D. G. Jacox presided over this meeting and also made a stirring address. Another meeting will be held at the Booker T. Washington auditorium Thursday night, April 19th. HAMPTON NEGROES LOYAL. Hampton, Va.—A huge patriotic demonstration was held at Hampton Institute Easter Sunday afternoon, presided over by Dr. H. B. Frissell, Hampton's principal. Addresses were made by Mayor Selater, Rev. J. W. Patterson, Gen. Jos. S. Smith, Col. W. S. Copeland, Rev. A. A. Graham and others. All expressed in vigorous words the intention of white and colored people to wage the present war with singleness of purpose and with the determination that "Americanism should prevail over Czarism arce Kaiserism." Offers School for Training Camp. Durham, N. C.—Dr. James E. Shephard, president of the National Religious Training School, Durham, N. C., has offered the school to President Wilson for a training camp for Negroes. The telegram to the President is as follows: "In every national crisis the Negro has been loyal to the flag. The first to shed his blood for American independence he has played a gallant part in every subsequent war. His loyalty, brevety, and patriotism cannot be questioned." 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The title to these lots is perfect which can be guaranteed for a small sum. If you buy you can make no mistake. PORTSMOUTH Mrs. Edith Martin, Agent 1243 Glasgow St. NOTICE TO SUBSCRIBERS. Preceding announcements of concerts, entertainments, etc., where admission fee is charged will be accepted for publication as advertising only, the rate for which is one (1) cent a word payable in advance. See the Agent and arrange for your publications before sending them to the office. —The Publishers. Mrs. Uthamia Langley entertained Thursday evening, April 6, 1917, the many friends of her daughter, Miss Alma Langley, in honor of her leaving for Philadelphia, Pa., towed Mr. Arphelious Hicks, April 12th, 1917. Mrs. Uthamia Langley wishes to announce to her many friends the marriage of her daughter, Alma, to Mr. Arphelious Hicks of Philadelphia, Pa., on the 12th of April. The marriage will take place in Philadelphia, Pa. Miss Marie Langley will accompany her there. Rev. and Mrs. E. H. Hunter left the city Tuesday morning for Farmville, Va., where the Virginia Conference A. M. E. Church is now in session. Mrs. Lottie G. Coles, who has been in Philadelphia for quite a while visiting her mother, returned last Wednesday. Mr. Dred Smith of Race street, is sick and confined to his bed. Little Miss Rosa Thomas of Godwin street, is sick with measles. Master Ward Ahren is confined to his home by sickness. We were delighted to see Mrs. Cornelia Reid and the "Little Stranger," Edna Ruth, on the street last week. After having spent the fall and winter in Philadelphia, Mrs. Nathaniel Boone is here for the summer. Mr. Edward Smith, who was carried home, Atlanta, Ga., week before last, died Wednesday of last week. Miss Martha Wright spent the Easter holiday in Danville as the guest of Dr. and Mrs. Harrison. Mrs. Ellen Churchill, who lived with her daughter, Mrs. Lucile Hill in Green street, died Friday morning of last week, and her funeral service was conducted at Zion Baptist Church Sunday at 1 p.m. Dr. Armstead spoke most beautifully of her Christian life in the community in which she had spent so many years, continuing in active service until a few months ago, when age compelled her to stop. She leaves 4 daughters, 2 sons, a number of grandchildren and friends to mourn their loss. We are glad to see Mrs. Rosa Carter home after having been on a visit in North Carolina for a month. Mrs. Mary Ward of London street, died Monday afternoon. Little Nelson Murphy, 1233 Glasgow street, went away to join the angels Sunday morning at 3:10 a.m. Funeral service was conducted from the home Monday at 3 p.m. Mrs. Ethel Griffith, matron of the Girls Industrial Home," Peake's Va., was in the city for a few days, having been called on account of the death of her grandmother. Mrs. Mary A. Lipsking and daughter, Miss Eveline, spent Easter holidays in Raleigh, N. C. Mrs. Archie Harrison spent Monday in Petersburg. Mrs. Thomas Thwett of North street, spent Monday in Petersburg visiting friends. OUR CHURCHES. Ebenezer Baptist: The choir of Ebenezer presented a cantata, "The Resurrection," to about 500 people Easter Monday night. It was very well rendered. A quartette consisting of Mesdames Churchill, Paige; Messrs. Norcom and Anderson, and an essay read by Miss Edmonia Bell, filled places on the program. Easter exercises will be conducted next Sunday night. St. James P. E. Church: At 4 p. m. last Sunday the cantata, "The Greatest Love," was very creditably presented to a large number of hearers. On account of illness in the families of two of the participants, special mention might be made of Mrs. McGriff, who at the last moment, so well accepted and so beautifully performed the leading role. Mr. Miracle Dirchett, a student of Payne Divinity School, Petersburg, Va., worshipped with us Sunday and beginning with next Sunday will conduct services at 11 a. m. and 4 p. m. relieving Rev. D. J. Lee of Norfolk. Emanuel A. M. E. Church: The services were very well attended last Sunday. At 11 a. m. the pastor preached, using as his text, the Golden Text of the S. S. Lesson, it was enjoyed by all present. At 3 p. m. the S. S. held their Easter exercises, in presenting an Easter Cantata. The committee of young ladies deserve much credit for the rendition of this cantata as the result of their good training. The choir rendered special music at night. Rev. J. Early Wright of Corey M. Institute will conduct services next Sunday, Dr. Hunter being away attending the Annual Conference at Farmville, Va. At 5:15 a. m. Tuesday morning the death reaper came and took from the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Willis Stanback their granddaughter, little Frances Beatrice Stanback. Her funeral service was conducted from the house Wednesday at 1 o'clock. the colored teachers of H was second to none in a which he had resided, New excepted. The placards for the occ made by the pupils of the 8 and were retained by those souvenirs. Mrs. Holmes and the claicipients of many compliments voted to leave no stone u get for the colored children needed school. Following was the menu soup, olives, celery, casser and meat, candied sweet Last Thursday night, in the domestic science room of the public schools, the Senior Class of the P. H. S. entertained the City Council and City School Board at a dinner which they selected, prepared and served. The dining room had been beautifully decorated for the occasion, palms, potted plants, and cut flowers being used in profusion while the centerpiece for the table was Easter lilies and ferns. After the dinner had been served, President Briggs of the School Board, introduced Mayor Hanvey, City Manager Shertzer, Mr. Herbert, Supt. Hunt and others who spoke in the highest terms of the work done by the class under the direction of Mrs. Margaret Holmes, the domestic science teacher. At the conclusion of their speeches, Supt. Hunt introduced Mrs. Holmes, who responded in a few well chosen words telling of the work of the girls in preparing for invalids, convalescents and persons in excellent health. She was highly applauded by those present. Misses Bessie Churchill and Lillian Davis were requested to sing "Perfect Day" and received much favorable comment for the same as did Miss Lila Whidbee, who afterward sang a solo. In the chorus of "Old Black Joe", which was also requested, the Council and Board joined heartily. City Manager Shertzer was especially impressed with what he saw. He said he had lived in 16 large cities of the U. S. since 1896, but nowhere had he seen so much done by colored students with such few facilities. 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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 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS Samuel L. Tucker, President W. B Mitchell, Vice-President C. C. Dogan, Secretary E. M. Canaday Treasurer Wm. M. Reid, Attorney George R. Moore J. R. W. Perry Thomas Warren C. J. Watkins IS SYNONYMOUS WITH SERVICE Phone 3327 No special invitation is neccessary in order for you to become one of our PLEASED CUSTOMERS at Phone 3328 NORFOLK'S IDEAL SANITARY LAUNDRY CLEANING and DYEING PLANT SEND US—BRING US—OR LET US SEND FOR YOUR WORK OMPARES W PARIS IF YOU REALLY WANT IT'S TIME YOU GAVE US A The A. & T. Eighteenth Begins June 25, 1917 and weeks Institute also. stronger. Last summer, applications therefore should send Registrat FOR CATALOGUE OR FUN James B. Dudley, President THERE'S NONE OMPARES WITH OMP PARISIAN LAUNDRY REALLY WANT YOUR CLOTHES TO BE YOU GAVE US A TRIAL—OUR WAGON A. & T. Summer Eighteenth Annual Session June 25, 1917 and continues five w istitute also. Growing older, summer, applications greatly exceeded capacity should send Registration Fee and secure lodgii LOGUE OR FURTHER INFORMATION Dudley, President, Greensboro, N THERE'S NONE OMPARES WITH OMPERES PARISIAN LAUNDRY IF YOU REALLY WANT YOUR CLOTHES TO BE CLEAN, IT'S TIME YOU GAVE US A TRIAL—OUR WAGON'S READY The A. & T. Summer School Begins June 25, 1917 and continues five weeks. Two weeks Institute also. Growing older, better and stronger. Last summer, applications greatly exceeded capacity. Teachers therefore should send Registration Fee and secure lodging in advance. FOR CATALOGUE OR FURTHER INFORMATION, ADDRESS James B. Dudley, President, Greensboro, North Carolina Wholesale Dealer In SECOND HAND Wanted Maids, Butlers, Cooks, SHOES FOR NORTH CAROLINA TRADE Drop Postal For Prices M. L. KRAMPF, 903 Church St., Norfolk, Virginia D. W, BYRD, President F. W, WILLIAMS, Int V. Pres. Your Home BUILDING. WE WILL HELP YOU HOME IN AND TALK IT OVER Building Ass'n L. STOCK, $100,000 1016 Norfolk, Virginia Subscriptions of Stock Opportunity Returnable in Rent Items Take the price of a lot, try to build the house interest and princi- re rent. Or haven't the price count here until you Drop in and let us BUILDING & LOAN ASS'N Norfolk, Virginia DIRECTORS Office-President C. C. Dogan, Secretary Wm. M. Reid, Attorney Thomas Warren C. J. Watkins HERE'S WITH SERVICE It is necessary become one of CUSTOMERS at Phone 3328 UNITARY LAUNDRY WEING PLANT OFFICERS G.W. GORDON, 2nd V. Pres. J. C. BROOKS. Secretary NONE HOMPERE'S UNDRY CLOTHES TO BE CLEAN, ALL-OUR WAGON'S READY Summer School Annual Session continues five weeks. Two wings older, better and exceeded capacity. Teachers and secure lodging in advance. INFORMATION, ADDRESS Greensboro, North Carolina Wanted Maids, Butlers, Cooks, Nurses, Servants and Laborers to register at once at the new branch of the Clerical Employment Bureau 421 Board of Trade Building We place persons with clear records in good positions. We are licensed labor agents. Phone 3812 Poro College Company, 310 Pine St. Dept. J. St. Louis, Mo. Please mention the name of this paper when writing HAIR-VIM TRADE MARK HAIR VIM is a combination of the best drugs known to medical science for promoting the growth of the hair. We teach nearly all hair care techniques, including hair food, hair grower and drier. We offer all costs, to give you the HAIR VIM SYSTEM that helps you maintain your hair. Diploma given. Awards make the money handling our costs. Write today for terms and tertions. HAIR-VIM CHEMICAL CO., Inc. dition? Use "Gordon's Glory Hair Grower and Straightener" and be convinced. There is no need of you being all of your life time on treatments. This treatment grows and straightens the hair without the use of glossine. Just apply the dressing to the hair and run through it the straighten comb and it puts on a brilliant gloss and straightens the hair. Sold with "money back" guarantee, 50 each paid for empty boxes. Gordon's Glory Hair Grower and Straightener, per box ..... $ .50 Gordon's Glory Shampoo Cream for Exzema and Tetter, Jar ..... 50 Gordon's Hair Straightening Comba and Lamp Attachment, 1.25 Oil Lamp Stove for Hair Dressers ..... 1.25 AGENTS WANTED. Write 1234 U STREET Use GORDON'S GLORY HAIR GROWER Then Watch The Results Is your hair falling? Does it split at the end? Is the scalp of your head in a healthy con- A. --- --- PORO MARK TRADE HAVE A BOX OF ORO SENT BY ARCEL OST pany, 310 Pine St. Dept. J. mention the name of this paper when wri THE MAGIC 15 9 LOND DIREH MUG CO THE MAGIC AND HAIR STRA 310 Pine St. Dept. J. St. Louis, Mo. on the name of this paper when writing THE MAGIC SHAMPOO DRICER AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER The drier of air, Price $1.00 Ponage extra. Magic Pomade, price.....Slices. Magic Heater, price.....Slices. Agents wanted. Write for literature. MAGIC SHAMPOO DRIER COMPANY Minneapolis, Minn. HAIR-VIM TRADE MARK man's Hair Is Her Chicel Adornment of the best drugs known to medical science for promoting the growth every box is sold with a guarantee. It is a scalp food, hair grower, tow hair by the HAIR-VIM SYS through mail or by personal big money handling our coins. Write today for terms and territo IR-VIM CHEMICAL CO., Inc. HAIR-VIM TRADE MARK Man's Hair Is Her Chief Adornment Of the best drugs known to medical science for promoting the growth of the hair, every box is sold with a guarantee. It is a scalp food, hair grower and dresser, protects hair for the HAIR-VIM SYSTEM through much of its personal instructions. Be the money handling our goods. Write today for terms and territory. HAIR-VIM CHEMICAL CO., Inc. JULIA P. H. COLEMAN Phar. D., Pres.-Mgr. The Star Hair Grower A WONDERFUL HAIR DRESSER AND GROWER One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents in every city and village to sell THE STAR HAIR GROWER. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25c per box, one 25c box powers its value. Any person that will use a 25c box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow your hair just give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be a agent send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply to our agents' terms. Send all money by Money Order to THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfg. Northern Branch, 3 Clark St., Evanston, Ill. Southern Branch, P. O. Box 8, Greenbsor, N. C. Persons in the South can get their goods three days earlier by writing THE STAR HAIR. GROWER Mfg., P. O. Box 812, Greenbsor, N. C. ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` A. O. C. Gordon's Labratory 209 Fogle Street, WINSTON-SALEM, N. C. WASHINGTON, D. C. THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE YOUR HAIR SHOULD BE PROPERLY TREATED OUR scientific method of treatment keeps it in a luxurious, healthy and growing condition. WE SPECIALIZE IN THE J TREATMENT OF CHILDREN'S HAIR 90c per month is all we charge and behind our price is our guarantee that its improvement will be wonderful. Our Wigs, Pin Waves, Ventilated transformations and Hair Dressings are unexcelled for their excellence of quality. Give us an opportunity to convince you. Mme. Grace V. Law 536 Queen St., Norfolk, Va. Cor. Grant Street Johnson's System of Growing the Hair 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. • 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 MUST GROW. Our remedies, which assist GRAND NATURE in growing the hair, are prepared by JOHNSON MANUFACTURING CO., from Formulas originated by Dr. W. A. Johnson, our Dermatologist and Scalp Specialist and are based upon scientific knowledge and practical experience of over sixteen years. A FOUR WEEKS' TREATMENT will be sent you by Parcel Post for $1.00 or send us the name and address of six of your friends, with five cent stamps for postage and we will send you by return mail. FREE a large box of our Wonderful Scalp and hair Growing Remedy, JOHNSON'S HAIR FOC. A press:— MME. M. L. JOHNSON Dept. D, 79S Tremont St., Boston, Mass. Chattanooga, Teen. Gentleman: I gentleman: you my daughter, you let you see that A POMADK has done for her hike, she was so exhausted and hard to do anything with, now it has its own silky, and so easy to fit in different styles. It best and best in a grower and a scaf grower in the world. Mrs. Lucile Chamberlain Others write that the results are wonderful in a very short time. Don't be fooled by using some fake Kink remover because you can't straighten your hair long, that's what NU-HAIR QUININE POMADE does. Cleansen soap, removes dandruff, and grows the hair long, soft and silky. After using for short time you will be able to keep your hair on your own in any style you wish. It is the pomade with the Japanese odor. If NU-HAIR don't do as we claim, we will give you your money back. Try a box. 250 by mail on receipt of samps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write for Particulars King Specialty Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. ```markdown ``` Just apply a little Herolin and you see the Kinks in your hair straighten out. All your knappy, course, stubborn, kinky hair made straight, smooth, silky, glossy. Herolin Hair Dressing makes hair grow fast, long and beautiful stopping dandruff, itching scalp and falling hair at once. Send 25c (stamps or coin) for a big can of Herolin. Sold on a Money-Back garrueuse. HEROLIN MEDICINE CO., Atlanta, Ga. AGENTS WANTED Write for Terms GREENVILLE, N. C. Greenville, N. C.—The commencement of Pitt County (North Carolina) colored schools, came off in Greenville on April 3rd and 4th with exceptional success; this could not be otherwise, since the teachers, as their individual work showed, are throwing their best effort in their service; and they are supervised by an earnest and enthusiastic young lady, Miss Lucy B. Richmond, who has the hearty support of the superintendent, Mr. S. B. Underwood. This was the second annual commencement for this county, and comparison of the industrial work at this and the previous year's commencement, showed a very remarkable improvement, and told the story that these annual events are producing their own results. The competition in the various classes of industrial handicraft was very keen, and the judges, in some instances, found their task was no hurry-over job. The weather was ideal and the crowd on Wednesday, immense. Thousands of children, accompanied by their parents, relatives and friends, made Greenville realize that something "was doing." The main and business streets of the town wore a galn appearance all day. The excellent band from Brick Industrial School in Edgecombe County, supplied first class music for the occasion, and proved itself a credit to everything it represented. The immense gathering of thousands and thousands of people, the most orderly one ever saw, was taken care of at the Centre Brick warehouse, where the very tasty arrangement of the booths was a general remark. Here, addresses were delivered by S. B. Underwood, county superintendent; Prof. N. C. Newbold, State Agent of Rural Schools; Mrs. Anna B. Holland, State Supervisor; Mrs. Allen, representative from the Brick School, and the supervisor, Miss L. B. Richmond. Rev. Jas. E. Holder of Kinston, represented the State Board of Health in a large exhibit of health charts, etc., which were posted in conspicuous places throughout the building. Rev. Jas. E. Holder of Kinston, visited Raleigh about two weeks ago, having business with the State Health Department. At present, he is busy placing health exhibits and distributing health literature at several county commencements of the colored schools. While in Raleigh, he has the guest of Shaw University, his old school, and found peculiar pleasure in meeting old friends and seeing old familiar places. Introductory Offer This Wonderful $7.50 Parted Creole Wig to the readers of this paper for Our New 1917 Hair and Electric Comb Catalogue SENT FREE. Write for it NOW. Heller's Hair House 712 Seventh St., WASHINGTON, D. C. FREE--REAL HAND MADE HUMAN EXTRA SPECIAL OFFER On basis Wt $3.95 Today enclosing order for 200 and get hair was Precision OD showing latest styles in hair articles. Remember, Hair Notes 200 or 500 comb. Illustrated B GEORGE F. F BUNGAY 28 So. V. Guide Q Commence Announce Invitations and FREE--REAL HAND MADE HUMAN HAIR BOOK HAIR NETS FREE EXTRA SPECIAL OFFER Electric Straightening COMB 20c. together with Imported French Hair Net Free. Jewel Comb 50c with two Hair Nets Free. Write today on existing order for 200 comb or 800 comb and get their Nets Free also GOOK fully illustrated showing latest styles in Hair Goods and Tailor cutlery from other Hair Nets FREE with order for 200 or 800 comb. Illustrated Book FREE on request. GEORGE F. F. BUNGAY 25 So. William St., New York Commencement Announcements Invitations and Programs for College High School or Grammar School We have appropriate design plain or engraved effects, will be glad to submit san upon request. We have appropriate designs in plain or engraved effects, and will be glad to submit samples upon request. Prices very moderate Mail orders filled promptly Guide Publishing Co., Inc. 711-717 Highland Avenue Norfolk, Virginia TELEPHONE 2118 KILLS PET HORSES RATHER THAN LEAVE THEM BEHIND Schmidt, Farmer and Post, Regarded Animals as His Personal Friends. Jerseyville, Ill.—Rather than see his beloved horses, the companions of years of toll on his farm, go to strangers Charles Schmidt, a farmer near here, had his three pet animals shot. Schmidt is preparing to leave his farm and engage in rice farming in Arkansas, an occupation in which he will no longer need horses. Schmidt regarded his horses as his personal friends, and the dread that if he sold them others might be cruel to the animals was more than he could bear. The animals were valued at more than $50 apiece. Known as the "town poet," Schmidt kept a diary in rime of the happenings of his life. He was a favorite among the young people of Jerseyville because he kept open house on his place three evenings a week and Sundays. He permitted card playing, but no gambling, and no matter who came he was welcome at the Schmidt home. After the guest departed Schmidt would write a rime about the visitor and put it with his collection. A trunk full of these verses will be taken to Arkansas by Schmidt. Several years ago Schmidt donated baseball grounds to the boys of Jerseyville for Sunday ball games, but stipulated that the players would have to attend church first. "Pop, do see captainus have to be farmers?" "Of course not, you foolish child. Why do you ask that?" "Because in books they are always plowing the ocean." NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed proposals will be received by the Fayetteville Coffin and Caske' Company, Box 7, Fayetteville, N. C., till noon April 20th, 1917, for the erection of a three-story brick building. Plans and specifications will be furnished on application. Office, Henderson Building. All rights reserved. A. L. GARRETT, Sec'y 1 HUMAN HAIR BOOK HAIR NETS FREE SPECIAL OFFER Electric Straightening COMB 20c. together with Imported French Hair Net Free. Jewel Comb 50c with two Hair Nets Free. Write for 200 comb or 500 comb free also BOOK fully illustrated in Hair Goods and Fabrics. Hair Nets FREE with drupe for illustrated Book FREEDON request. Y 28 So. William St., New York ELASTIC NET ENJOINE HE INVISIBLE SILK HAIR NET Quality Enforcement Encements and Programs opriate designs in saved effects, and to submit samples ishing Co., Inc. Highland Avenue k, Virginia CATHARIC AND LIVER TONIC LAX-Fos is not a Secret or Patent Medicine but is composed of the following old-fashioned roots and herbs: CASOARA BARK BLUE FLAG ROOT RHUBARB ROOT BLACK ROOT MAY APPLE ROOT SENNA LEAVES AND PEPSIN In LAX-Fos the CASCARA is improved by the addition of these digestive ingredients making it better than ordinary CASCARA, and thus the combination acts not only as a stimulating laxative and cathartic but also as a digestive and liver tonic. Syrup laxatives are weak, but LAX-Fos combines strength with palatable, aromatic taste and does not gripe or disturb the stomach. One bottle will prove LAX-Fos is invaluable for Constipation, Indigestion or Torpid Liver. Price $0.60 Good News to All Who Suffer From Hair and Scalp Troubles It is safe to state that fully one-half the people suffer from scalp trouble of some sort, causing a stunted growth, or falling out of the hair. The great majority of them have tried numerous so-called remedies without getting any results, finally giving up in despair. To all such we extend an urgent invitation to try a sample of Quinade. We know they will never want to use any other hair preparation, once they have used Quinade. We have testimonials from people stating that after one month's treatment their hair grew a full inch. Write to Seeby Drug Co., 79 E. 130th St, New York City, for a free sample, mentioning the name of this paper.—Adv. Kelly's Hair Dressing Parlor and Beauty Room 1367 O'Keele St., Norfolk, Va. Phone 3433-W Shampooing, Straightening, Dyeing, Manicuring, Massaging. Hair goods made to order. Electrical face and scalp treatment. Manufacturer of Kelly's Hair Grower and Restorer. Price 250¢ KINKY HAIR grows 28 inches long says May Gilbert whose picture is shown here. Every one can have KINKY HAIR trowns 28 inches long sayably Gilbert whose picture is shown here. Every one can have nice long hair by using which is a Hair Grower, not a kinky hair removal. It feeds the scalp and roots of hair, cleans dandruff and stops falling hair at once, and after using several times you can see the results. Try a box. Price 25c by mail on receipt of stamps or coin. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Writes For Particulars EXLENTO MEDICINE CO. ATLANTA, GA. They Let Him Sleep Soundly "I since taking Foley Kidney Pills I believe I am entirely cured and I sleep soundly all night." H. T. Strayne. "Take two of Foley Kidney Pills with a glass of pure water after each meal and at bedtime. A quick and easy way to put a stop to your get-up time after time during the night. Foley Kidney Pills also stop pain in back and sides, headaches, stomach troubles, disturbed heart action, silt and aching joints, and rheumatic pain due to kidney and bladder ailments. Galnascville, Ga., R. R. No. 3, Mr. H. T. Strayne says: "For ten years been unable to sleep all night with our stresses. We spent few minutes after going to bed I'd have to get up, and I tried everything I heard of for the trouble. Last year I tried Foley Kidney Pills and after once on bottle I believe I am entirely curved and I sleep soundly all night." Mrs. L. T. Robertson The Visiting Hair Beauty Clturist She will call at your residence and give you the most scientific TREATMENT Registered Agent for Mme. C. J Walker's Treatment 1320 Church St. Norfolk, Va. Will be Pleased to have you Call and See Us. Send for a box of CRUDO CKEME and its little talk, "Exposing the Hair Pomade Business." Money refunded if not pleased. Crudo Creme Manufacturing Co. PORTSMOUTH, VA. AGE FOUR The Journal and Guide The Journal and Guide Published Weekly by THE GUIDE PUBLISHING CO., Inc. NORFOLK, VA. 713-15-17 Highland Avenue P. B. Young___President and Editor H. C. Young___Sec. & Associate Editor J. M. Harrison___City Editor A. M. Vann___General Representative Gee, R. Jones___Distributing Editor W. F. Young___Circulation Manager C. H. Oliver___Advertising Representative Managers of Foreign Advertising. New York Office, Frost & Frost, Brunswick Building. Neahville Office, Frost & Frost, Independent Life Building. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One Year.....$1.50 Six Months......80 Entered as Second-Class matter at the Post Office at Norfolk, Virginia, under Act of March 3d, 1867. WE NEED TRAINED OFFICERS. Col. Charles Young, of the regular army, has written a letter to Editor Harry C. Smith, of the Cleveland Gazette, in which he endorses Dr. Spingarn's proposed Summer camp for the training of our men in military preparedness. Col. Young says, among other things: "I admit that a whole loaf is better than a half loaf; but the half beats none at all. Then, we Negroes must have a part, a glorious one, in the destiny of this country—our country, the one where our fathers wrought mightily in spite of handicaps the most stupendous, the one whose soil is red with their blood freely spilled for American liberties and freedom in every war. * * * This plan of Dr. Spingarn's is constructive and I hope it will meet with the best of results. When the storm is over we can take up the idealism of the cause." Colonel Young takes the correct view of the situation. What we need, and need badly, are trained men to officer the Afro-Americans who may be called to the colors, some 2,000,000 of whom are of military age and would require, if called out, some 200,000 officers, according to Dr. Spingarn's estimate. If we have not got them, or a reasonable number of them, and are barred out of the National military training schools, how are we to get them, except by having military schools and training camps of our own? The thing is as plain as a bump on a log. We have separate battalions and regiments, and the like, and we should have our own officers for them. We have segregation forced upon us in all directions, by the Nation, the State and the individual who thinks "ho is better than other men," and it should be our first business to make the most and not the least out of it, as we do in our churches, schools, fraternities, business enterprises, and in our social life. Until we have an educated leadership of our own, in military as well as in our other affairs, we shall have to submit to white leadership, and we should appreciate this white leadership at its proper value, as we appreciate the work of the splendid army of Northern men and women who followed in the wake and devastation of the Union armies and built the public school system of the Southern States as well as founded the academies, colleges and universities for Afro-Americans which are now magnificent seats of learning and Christian morality. We need trained officers for our soldiers, and the only way to get them is to educate them ourselves if others will not do it for us. WAR AND THE COST OF IT. The Congress has declared, as President Wilson requested, a state of war to exist between the United States and Germany and will provide the necessary powers and revenues to conduct the war on a more stupendous scale than in any other war in the history of the country. The first call is for 500,000 men, with 5,000,000 as the possible need. This force and that of the navy will cost every day vast sums of money to provide their necessary equipment and maintenance. What the aggregate cost will be staggers, the imagination to figure it out. Already, it is said, it will take Great Britain a thousand years to pay the cost of the three years of war it has been engaged in. It is horrible, and means that the people, the poor people, will be ground to powder to pay the principal and interest of the war debt. From this point of view, it has been a matter of very general surprise and discussion that, in his message to the Congress, President Wilson should have suggested that the cost of the war should be borne by the present generation, in taxation equitably distributed, rather than entailed upon posterity in the issue of bonds, which might lead to an inflation of values. The suggestion is all the more surprising because in times of peace, and before the declaration of the existence of a state of war, every conceivable article that could be taxed had been so taxed to run the Government, while the cost of living on this and other accounts has mounted so high as to produce food riots in several of the large cities of the country. It is difficult to see how the people can stand a very large increase in the cost of living which the war will inevitably bring about. Any attempt to pay the cost of the war by increasing taxation in such a way as to pay as we go by the present generation seems out of the question. The present generation will suffer enough as the result of the sacrifices and horrors of the war, with no more of such benefits as will result from the war than the following generations will receive. It is just and proper to so adjust the cost of the war that it will be easy for all of the generations until it is paid. The bonds would be bought by our own people, who would thus have the benefit of the interest upon which to live or to conduct their business. It is to be hoped that the cost of the war, great as it will be, will be properly distributed in a bonded indebtedness that will bear as light as possible upon this and future generations in the taxation necessary to pay the principal and interest of the whole cost. This generation cannot pay the cost of the war. --- THE SCRUB WOMAN SANG LIKE A BIRD. It was Victor Hugo, one of the greatest of all French writers, who once declared that "the romances of fact are stranger than the romances of fiction." So they are. Things happen all about us, here in Norfolk and elsewhere, stranger in every way—more tragical, more comical, more degrading or ennobling—than any poet or novelist, any dreamer of dreams, ever thought or put into words that pulsate with life. Here is a case in point. Cecilia Samarrari was once a great opera singer. She was an Italian and married a French singer. Her family threw her off and disinherited her. When the war broke out her husband enlisted, went to the front and was killed in one of the first battles. The wife became too disheartened to sing any more, because it reminded her of her dead husband, and so she came to this country to find friends, but could not locate them. She drifted to Pittsburgh and found employment in the William Penn Hotel as a scrub woman. One day while engaged in her work the birds caged in the room where she worked burst into a loud and long symphony of rapturous song, which so moved Madame Samarrari that she forgot her position and work and sang with thrilling effect several of the most celebrated airs of Verili's "Il Trovatore." Guests and all other sorts of the hotel gathered about her, being amazed and delighted. When the proprietor of the hotel asked her to explain, she said: "Three years ago I was married to a French singer, who was playing in Paris at the outbreak of the war. My father disowned me, and when my husband was killed in his first battle I was heartbroken and dared not go back to Italy. I was never taught to do anything but sing, and I made my way to America to go to some friends in Chicago. I found they had moved to Pittsburgh, but I never found them there. With my money all gone and my heart sick of all thoughts of the opera, as it brought my dead husband back toovididly to me, I applied at different places, but could get no work. An Irish woman got me a place scrubbing in this hotel, but the songs of the birds and the blue skies, with the breath of Italy all about, made my heart joyous, and I sang." Misfortune is a strange creature. Few of us escape some of the sorrows she seems loaded with. Who would have expected to find an accomplished opera singer in the scrub woman? No one. So we do not expect to find the pearl in the lowly oyster and clam, or the rich nugget of gold in many persons who rise up, as it were, in the hour and show signs and wonders that make their neighbors, and often all mankind, marvel that such could THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE be possible. We see much every- wise to repeat the celebra- where, but much more is hidden than but the United States in is ever seen, both of human character, incorporated cities, towns of wealth, or beauty in the unfolding; and it is doubtful if amo Nature about us. --- OUR ATTITUDE ON THE MIGRATION MOVEMENT. The Raleigh (N. C.) Independent does not agree with us "entirely on the question of the migration of our people Northward," but affirms that to the extent that we would "discourage wholesale, indiscriminate movements of Negroes to the North" it fully agrees with us. Which leads us to believe that The Independent has misjudged our attitude upon the question of migration, in as much our position is exactly and precisely the one in which it says that it is in agreement with. The present exodus more nearly approaches a "wholesale, indiscriminate movement of Negroes" than anything else. It is certainly not a normal, well planned or judiciously timed movement. Neither is it in line with the natural gravitation of population from one center to another. It is entirely abnormal as well as wholesale and indiscriminate, and it is because of the social and economic problems that attend such a movement that we oppose it. A careful reading of the article quoted from the Boston Transcript elsewhere in this issue will give the Independent an iden of the kind of social and economic conditions we have reference to. we have reference to. The Independent shares with a number of our exchanges North and South the belief that the Negroes who are concerned in the exodus are fleeing from oppression in the South. We do not entertain that belief. We do not deny that there has been and will continue to be oppression in the South as long as the race problem is a human problem, but our observation is that the people who are most affected by the oppression are not leaving the South. It is our opinion that the exodus was induced by an abnormal demand for unskilled labor at the North due to the exigencies of the European war. Had it not been for the war we would never have heard of the exodus, Southern oppression to the contrary notwithstanding. We have never known any wholesale migration of our people from one section of the United States to another to result in any permanent good to them. Individuals and even small groups have emigrated from the South to other parts of the country and have prospered. The editor of the Independent will recall, however, the exodus of Negroes from his own State to the far South and South west about twenty-five years ago, which exodus terminated so disastrously to two-thirds of those who were concerned in it. The editor of the Independent will recall "Peg Leg" Williams, who sent away thousands of Colored North Carolinians, many of whom were never heard from again. This writer, who was then a boy, recalls the great enthusiasm of the emigrants, often expressed in folk-songs like: "Goin' to K-a-n-s-a-s, Goin' to K-a-n-s-a-s, Goin' to K-a-n-s-a-s— To get my tract of land." Hundreds of them who left their native homes and environments never saw Kansas nor their tract of land, and few of them ever lived to return to, or even to communicate with their native Caroling. PATRIOTISM AND BABIES. How the strength of the nation is being impaired by the conditions which make babies sicken and die, and what some two thousand communities have done to awaken interest in the conservation of the youngest citizens, are briefly reviewed in a new bulletin on Baby-Week Campaigns which has just been issued by the Children's Bureau of the U. S. Department of Labor. Approximately one in ten of all the babies born in the United States dies before completing twelve months of life, and the Children's Bureau says: "It was once thought that a high infant death rate indicated a greater degree of vigor in the survivors. Now it is agreed that the conditions which destroy so many of the youngest lives of the community must also result in crippling and maiming many others and must react unfavorably upon the health of the entire community." Two thousand one hundred communities have reported to the Children's Bureau the details of a Baby Day or a Baby Week by which they called attention to the need of protecting their babies. Ingenious devices for exhibits, new methods of distributing pamphlets on baby care, ways in which information on local conditions was secured and published, and other interesting features from these local reports are described in the bulletin as suggestive for those who are planning a similar campaign. wise to repeat the celebration in 1917; but the United States includes 14,180 incorporated cities, towns, and villages and it is doubtful if among the thousands which have never had a Baby Day or Baby Week there is a single town or village which would not profit from such a campaign." GARDENING IN ELEMENTARY CITY SCHOLS. That home gardening, directed by the school, is the most effective way for bringing boys and girls into closer relationship with the affairs of life is asserted by C. D. Jarvis in a bulletin on "Gardening in Elementary City Schools" just issued by the Bureau of Education of the Department of the Interior. Mr. Jarvis declares: "In or about almost any city there may be found an abundance of land that may be used for productive gardening by school children. Within the limits of many cities there is sufficient land, if intensely cultivated, to supply the people with all the vegetables and a large proportion of the fruits and flowers needed. This unused land should be brought under cultivation." In order that the best use may be made of this land for educational and productive purposes, it is suggested that trained and experienced teachers of gardening should be employed in every city. "Such teachers would instruct the children directly and the parents indirectly," declares Mr. Jarvis, "with the result that in a few years a generation of capable gardeners would be developed. But the development of strong-bodied, efficient, and contented citizens is the real purpose and the main result of this work. With a common knowledge of the principles and possibilities of crop production, the wage-carner of the future will not need to measure his income solely by the size of his pay envelope. He will consider, also, the productive capabilities of his garden plat and the extent to which it will reduce the cost of living. He will see the advantages of a suburban home, contrasted with the crowded, and unwholesome tenement." The Bureau's bulletin points out the possibilities of gardening from the point of view of democracy in education; its usefulness in developing thrift and industry; its value as a substitute for illegal child labor; and its justification in inculcating the joy of living. The bulletin also analyzes the methods of introducing gardening into the schools; describes the different types of gardens; shows the kinds of instruction and supervision that have proved useful; and goes somewhat into detail in planning garden plots and the disposal of the garden crop. THE PATRIOT. (By James M. Harrison.) Avant nail fear, cowed at my knee, Begone, and from me ever flee! Why shouldn't thou tremble at War's name And quake for safety of this frame? Were it not decreed by nature's law That men were born for righteous war! To fight for right is but to win, And far above the battles' din Like waves upon a storm-swept shore Come cheers of viet'try 'oer and 'oer. I give a life in sacrifice, But dying once, my soul lives thrice! POOR EYESIGHT CAUSES DISTRESS NERVOUSNESS, HEADACHE, DIZZINESS, AND OTHER AILMENTS INSTANTLY RELIEVED BY PROPER GLASSES Smarting, stinging sensations, frequent headaches, nervousness, dizziness and blurred vision are a few of the more common symptoms traceable to simple defects of the eye which might originally have been permanently relieved by properly fitted glasses. It's best to consult an eyesight specialist the moment you feel that your eyes are "going back" on you. Don't keep putting it off from time to time—the longer you wait, the greater the neglect and the more serious the consequences. Dr. J. E. Masrow, the eyesight specialist, with offices in the Dickson building, corner of Granby and Tazewell streets—site 405-405 $ \frac{1}{2} $ fourth floor, directly in front of the elevator. He makes no charge for consultation and his prices for glasses are moderate. Phone for appointment, 2-1-9. Adv. Safe Medicine for Children. "Is it safe?" is the first question to be considered when buying cough medicine for children. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has long been a favorite with mothers of young children as it contains no opium of other narcotic, and may be given to a child as confidently as to an adult. It is pleasant to take, too, which is of great importance when a medicine must be given to young children. This remedy is most effectual in relieving coughs, colds and croup. For sale by all druggists. HEALTH TALKS PREVENTIVE AND REMEDIAL MEASURES for the CONSERVATION of HEALTH. By DR. J. W. PIERCE It is not our purpose to discuss at length or in detail this most important subject, but to call attention to certain grave errors that manifest themselves in the procedure of caring for children. The field is broad and an attempt to exhaust it in a brief talk such as here presented, would be more than futile. But it will not be amiss to comment on some phases of it that will at least create a desire for more favorable and intelligent management of the infant dietary. In keeping with our observation, the fact is evident that these errors to which we have referred are not altogether the result of the management of the uninformed, but a large percentage of the more reasonably intelligent are guilty of such errors, and persist in their performance as a traditional inheritance. The sun is too high for one to continue to grope in the dark when the glorious light of knowledge and understanding can be had for the price of a little effort and personal study. The first error is the continued habit with so many people to provide the little youngster with a "sugar-teat" as soon as he realizes instinctively the function of the mouth. This article of dict is too well known for further explanation. But we must say it is an exceedingly bad practice and it works a great amount of ill effects upon the infant, aside from the fact that its composition means intestinal trouble to a less or greater extent, it is a veritable nursery for, and a carrier of germs and infective material from which the child's mouth should be protected. The manner in which it is handled carelessly by mother, father, sister, brother and friends, keeps this little supposed pacifier constantly surcharged with filth and dirt that work directly against health. No wonder, then, that sore mouth, sore gums, sore tongue, etc., is a constant complaint of the child by the mother. The trouble is that too much real-estate is frequently introduced into the mouth by the "sugar-teat." Again, there is another vicious habit some parents have in feeding infants. That is the habit of chewing food and mixing it with soliva from their mouths and passing it into that of the child's. To attempt such a thing is almost an unpardonable error. The risk to the child's health from this practice is worse than the "sugar-teat." The mouth of the adult who is accustomed to youngsters by this method, is, as a rule, in the worst sanitary condition, and bacteria (germs) abound in abundance. The habit should be strongly denounced. No food, prepared or prejudiced in this manner should pass into the child's mouth and stomach. Roanoke, Va.—All the Germans and Germs in creation could not induce one American Negro to turn against his home, against his country. This is our country, this is our flag, and like all other Americans, we are willing to die for it, and you may put this down and put it down hard. Since war has been declared there have been rumors upon rumors concerning our people, but we are just going right along saving wood, and holding our heads up ready at any time to respond to call to arms if we are needed. I am of the opinion that in the future the South will really lay aside its foolishness, and let the Negro like other Americans be prepared to respond when called upon. We used to be in the service of national guards, but were one by one mustered out, and were told that we were not needed, but they are all seeing their mistake now. It is utterly impossible for the white man to fight this battle without us. We must live together and die together. Entering Virginia last week, I was greeted and received with open arms by R. E. Clay, of Bristol, Va.-Tenn., who showed me some old-time Virginia hospitality, and regretted so much that his wife was sick, which prevented him from putting the big pot in the little one, but what he did for me was a plenty. I am sure you are acquainted with R. E. Clay, because he is one of the most unique characters in the race, and his place in Virginia will never be filled by another. He is the only Robert E. Clay. When it comes to racial matters you will always find him in the front ranks. He has worked his way up. He is an active member of the National Negro Business League, and also an officer and active worker in the Virginia Negro Organization Society. In all of this work he has made for himself a place in the hearts of the people. The night was spent at the home of Rev. and Mrs. W. L. Saunders, pastor of the Methodist Episcopal church in Bristol, Virginia. He has accomplished a great big work in this town for his people. I was so delighted to see him and his family. Getting through with him, bright and early I was up and headed for Christiansburg. I was going there to see the Christiansburg industrial school, Prof. Edgar A. Long, principal. I got in there, and they sent down to the station for me, and soon I was at the school. It was the day set, apart to celebrate Fou- A. Another custom obtains among many is in giving very young infants tea, and broad softened in it. And some go as far as giving coffee containing bread and crumbs in various strengths of dilution. These are bad, and are particularly a deadly poison to the nervous system and intestinal tract. The poisonous products or elements contained in these two drinks are diametrically opposed to the best health interests of the adults, let alone that of infancy. The seeming temporary toleration of the stomach to tea and coffee, and the "mush" contained in it is followed by a reaction of rebellion. Coming to another error, we find that the idea prevails quite extensively that the food used in general for adults is the proper kind for infants, and young children of few months growth and development. We refer to such foods as cabbage, pork, beans, steaks, black peas, white beans, etc. By no means should such rough and coarse foods be found in the diet list of infants. There is no way by which the stomach can take care of them and the youngsters suffer as a consequence. The adult stomach suffers when the mouth is minus teeth; with all of their gumming such coarse food, they cannot divide it up into parts that will insure the proper disposition of it by the digestive process. Neither can infants, by any means, grind it up in such a manner that will insure safety to health when they have never developed any teeth. The last common error is in feeding too much at any one time. The rule that applies to the adult should be strictly observed for the infants. That is, that the feeding should cease with an appreciable understanding that the child could take a little more. Never let it take its food to such an extent that he finds it uncomfortable for him. Constant vomiting in children after feeding is no sign of health, but rather the opposite. This, however, must be arrived at by painstaking study of individual cues. There is one fact that should be thoroughly understood and adhered to. And that is that the mother's milk is the ideal and best food for infants. Because all the food principles are normally and proportionately arranged to suit requirements of the tissues of the child. When this cannot be had, the next is good cow's milk properly modified by an intelligent formula, which information can be had from any good book on infant nursing. Then comes the artificial prepared foods, the employment of which is necessary at times, and which should be resorted to when others fail. These are some of the common errors committed by parents in infant feeding, and which should be corrected, and the child given a better chance for healthful growth and development. ders Day, or to talk about the late Booker T. Washington. But, believe me, Dr. Washington is not dead, but lives in the heart of his people. I wish you could have heard all those speeches, all those other things for him. They talked about him, his influence, his work and lessons to be drawn from the life of that noted man. Now you will want to know all about me, and I will tell you that I passed through Roanoke, and returned. I went down to Amelia Court House. I had been invited there by Miss Carra A. Flood, of Danville, who is the teacher and whose schools were to close. She had arranged to have the supervisor meet me, Mrs. A. B. Wingo, who is one of the great characters of this race of ours, and a woman who is devoting her life for the education of the youth. She is a Hampton graduate herself, and the supervisor of the county. Under her supervision are the following teachers: Miss Carra A. Flood, R. B. Williamson, Esma Hooper, Samantha Hopper, Willa Williams, Maggie Hereford, Virginia Waldron, Helena Stark, Mamie Custus, Annie Whison, Nannie Johnson, Lillian Blackwell, Leah Fletcher, Emma Randall, Rebecca Aldmond, Ethel Crump, Mesdames Frances B. Hill, Kate Robinson, Ella Cruddock, Ula Brangg, Jessie Young, Alice Threat, Addie Harris, Callie Swan, and one man, C. C. Archer. A. B. Wingo is the mail carrier in the country, known as the rural carrier. Roanoke is a hustling town, and there dwells here some good men who are making good for the race. I have already mentioned Rev. Ricks. Rev. J. H. Burks, D. D., has gone, but there is Green Penn, who is erecting a theatre, backed by a company of men. Frank L. McCoy is district manager for the North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association, which is one of the largest insurance companies in the country conducted by our people. John Merrick is president, while C. C. Spaulding is secretary and manager. W. B. F. Crowell, one of the finest men I have ever met, is the local man in Roanoke, and he has the love and respect of all the people, hence he is doing a big business. I had the pleasure of calling at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dean, Mr. and Mrs. Green Penn, Mrs. J. H. Burks, Miss Maud Reynolds, Mrs. Paxton, and so many others, and will have to stop though, because I am writing too much. Look for my next letter. Mr. Theodore Canady, a student of Union University, spent the Easter holidays with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Canady, of Cumberland Town Topics Town Topics Miss C. Rebecca Reeves, of the Diniwiddie Institute, spent the Easter holidays with her sister, Mrs. R. C. Archer, Jr., of Lindenwood. Mr. and Mrs. G. Perry, of Raleigh, N. C., spent the Easter holidays in the city with their brother and sister, Mr. Ezekial Perry, of O'Keefe street. Mr. Chas. S. Morris, Jr., who has been indisposed for eleven weeks, has now recovered and will leave for New York April 18th. He will be gone for six weeks. "THE LION and THE MOUSE," a play in four acts by Charles Klein, will be presented by local talent headed by Mr. J. C Stith and Miss Eiza Coppage at the Booker T. Washington school admission at Mckayle, April 23d, 8 o'clock P. M. Tickets are on sale at Bass' Drug store, corner of Church and Goff Sts., and Watt's Pharmacy, corner Queen and Cumberland Sts. Admission 25 cents Miss Amanda Williams, of 1115 Rugby street, Lindenwood, left several weeks ago for Johns Hopkins Hospital to undergo an operation, and is very much improved. Mrs. Eva J. Lewis very pleasantly entertained the members of the Clover Leaf Art Circle at her home on Lexington street, Tuesday afternoon, April third. The Nandlecraft Art Club met with Mrs. D. S. Alston on Wednesday afternoon. The meetings have been suspended during the Lenten season. Quite a very pleasant and profitable afternoon was spent. EMPLOYMENT FURNISHED—MRS. C. B. Brinkley, Employment Agency. Wants all kind of help, good wages. Apply 768 S. 18th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Mrs. John Brown accompanied her mother, Mrs. A. P. Albert, to Washington, D. C., to spend some time. Mrs. Albert spent several weeks in the city with Mrs. Brown, who was quite ill. WANTED—FOR THE SUMMER OF 1917, three middle age waitresses, one laundress, one porter, and a good European cook. Reliable persons only. Address. HOTEL DALE, Cape May, N. J. The spring carnival for the benefit of the charities of the city will be given by the Swastika Club on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, April 17th and 18th, at Norfolk Auditorium. Come and help a worthy cause. FOR SALE—ON EASY TEAMS A beautiful seven-room house, bungalow effect, just completed. Bath, electric lights. Located on Goff Street, near Church. Phone 3606-J for information. Mr. James E. Hardy of 1419 Church street, who has been indisposed for the last two weeks, is able to be out again to the delight of his friends. He is on duty again at his place of business, 908 Church street. Many thanks to the friends for their kindness during his illness. "THE LION and THE MOUSE," at Booker T. Washington School Auditorium, Monday Night, April 23d at S o'clock. Admits on 25 cents. On Tuesday, April 3rd, Miss Juanita E. Jacox was hostess at a birthday party given by her parents, Prof. and Mrs. D. G. Jacox. Among those present were Misses Jeanette Batts, Velma Jordan, Marie Russell, Essie Morris, Leanor Reid, Lucille Roberts, Alexinia Bailey, Maggie Moody, Mary Smith, Fannie Smith, Messrs. Hezekiah Curtis, Bennie Dolley, Albert Kello, Richard Howie, James Norfleet, Willie Boyd, Fred Garrett, Owens Wilson, Robert Keeling, and Nathaniel Morgan. Alumni Notice The Washington High School Alumni Association (formerly John T. West) request all members present a meeting Wednesday, April 18th. Held in the auditorium of school. Regular meetings will be held every first and third Wednesday each month at 8 p. m. Benj. F. Etheridge, President; Miss Laura Williams, Secretary. A CARD OF THANKS. We wish to thank our friends and relatives for their kind consideration and sympathy manifested during the bereavement we sustained in the loss of our beloved son and brother, Tilton Lee Sessoms, for the beautiful floral offrings and to the pallbearers who served. We shall ever kindly remember all who administered. Mr. and Mrs. Greek Sessoms and sisters. C. S. MORRIS, JR., SPEAKS AT TAPPAHANNOCK. Dr. Charles S. Morris had an engagement to deliver the annual "Emancipation address at "Tappahannock" April 3rd. Great preparation had been made for the event. Finding himself at the last moment unable to fulfill his date, he sent his seventeen-year-old son, Charles Satchell Morris, Jr. He spoke in the courthouse before an audience that jammed the building and crowded the windows, on "Emancipation." The mayor of the town was present, supervisor of schools, and a hundred other white people of prominence. The people at first were disappointed in not seeing Dr. Morris, but when young Morris had finished, the consensus of opinion was that they were "glad Dr. Morris did not come." The people gave Mr. Morris a mighty ovation at the close of his address, and extended him a warm invitation to return in June. So they had KING'S WASHING WINDTENER AVERY LAND AND TERR SHORE INC. BANK SHOP JACKSON, CALIFORNIA KING'S WASHING WINDTENER AVERY LAND AND TERR SHORE INC. BANK SHOP JACKSON, CALIFORNIA DR.FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER DR.FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER Whitens dark or brown skin. Bleaches and clear sallow complexions, removes all blemishes and causes the skin to grow whiter. See that you get the genuine. open for the McKay, Washington Co. advertisement. The Sharo tist union will meet with Pleasar Baptist Church on the 28 and 29 Notice. ev. L. T. Watson left Tuesday forville, Va., where he will attend annual conference of the Virginia M. E. Church. He has made a excellent record here, and doubt will be returned for the second. He has merited it. rs. A. B. Willis, and Dorothy, returned from an Easter visit to folk, Va. r. J. F. Jordan is a visitor to the maville School this week. H. Cracken but not him deliver two speeches in addition to the one mentioned. This is the second time Mr. Morris has substituted for his father; the first being January 1st, 1914, (in Emancipation address), at Hertford, N. C. He was the recipient of many pleasant favors on his trip. ST. JOHN'S A. M. E. CHURCH. Easter services were well attended and with good results. Six hundred attended the 11 a. m. Sunday school service, and were all given souvenirs. The 11 a. m. Resurrection sermon by the pastor was heard with much pleasure and profit by a great congregation. The Sunday school presented their Easter program at night. It was Missionary Day and $155.00 was raised for home and foreign missions. A large congregation assembled at the church on Monday night to witness the closing of the conference year. Each department of the church was represented by a speaker and a contribution to the Duke fund was taken. $600 has been raised for this cause. Dr. R. C. Ransom, editor of The A. M. E. Review; Dr. F. A. Seaton, the presiding elder, and others spoke during the service. The reports for the year were read and were very gratifying to those present. Rev. S. S. Morris, the pastor, left Tuesday to attend the annual conference now in session at Farmville, Va. The church has asked for his return. Services will be held as usual next Sunday. The pulpit will be filled morning and evening. IN MEMORIAM. In loving remembrance of my beloved and affectionate daughter, Leontha Grimes, who was born May 18th, 1894, and died March 31st, 1914, age 19 years, eleven months and six days. Her illness was of short duration, yet much physical suffering. She was a graduate of Norfolk Mission College, class 1913. Because of her efficiency as a stenographer, she was employed by Dr. McKirahan, the principal, as assistant in that department. She won great praise from her pupils. She was musically inclined; in fact, this was her calling. She began teaching at the age of fourteen. She ranked as one of the best musicians among the young indies of the city, and was especially equipped to manipulate with skill the violin, piano and pipe organ. She held the position of the second violinist in the Female Orchestra of the Norfolk Mission College and organist of Ebenezer Baptist church, Portsmouth, with honor, until the time of her death. She was a young woman of sweet disposition and winning personality, active in church work. She was a faithful and loving daughter. Though it has been three years since her death it seems only a day when I consider the indelible impression she has made upon our home life. She was wanted to play upon greater instruments and accompany the celestial choirs and tune heavenly harps, hence heavenly Father came Leontha, mother loved you most tenderly, but Jesus loved you best. Mother. IN MEMORIAM. In memory of our dear son, Lemuel, who departed this life April 4, 1915, two years today. Gone, but not forgotten. Father and mother. Ed and Lizzie Bright. IN MEMORIAM. In memory of our loving son and brother, Roscoe Blount, who was born August 14th, 1874, and died April 15th, 1916: One year has passed since he left us. And bade farewell to earth's shore; To dwell in God's Beaulah land, William be a man of valor. BERKLEY. an excellent sermon Sunday morning on the "Resurrection." Four new members were added to the church. At three o'clock the Sunday school held their Easter exercises with a large number present. A very excellent program was rendered. The exercises for the larger children were postponed from Sunday night to a later date. The B. Y. P. U. held their session on Sunday afternoon at six o'clock. The Popularity Contest between the young ladies and the young men is arranged for Sunday, April 15th. The public is invited. The Relief Club held an Easter social Monday night at the residence of Mrs. Langston, in First street. dained him through so learned elders of the Rev. Green is considered in the gospel. When Green made an averag examination before the Dillard resigned and Green as pastor. Rev. ed the installation service a strong and inspiring After lifting a coffee taken. On reassemblie ex-pastor of Mars Hill special collection was amounted to $4. Rev. recipient of many presider of members for which grateful appreciation.ly give names and an ROCKY MOUNT (By O. R. Pone.) Rocky Mount, N. C.—Despite the inclement weather a good size audience heard the Declaimers Contest last Thursday night at Lincoln School. The speakers were nearly equal in ability and the judges were taxed to the limit of the powers to pick the two winners. Their decision was: First prize, Miss Maggie Haley; second prize, Miss Erdie Wade. The Rev. Dr. S. T. Hawkins of Gastonia has been engaged by the Rev. Wood to assist in revival services at the A. M. E. Zion Church. Dr. Hawkins is a convincing speaker. Dr. M. A. Talley filled the pulpit of St. Stephen's A. M. E. Church, Wilmington last Sunday. Dr. Talley is the first of a series of speakers of National prominence who have been engaged in a great religious chautauqua program in Wilmington. Next Sunday, April 15, will be given a grand sacred concert at St. James Baptist Church. Mrs. J. H. Martin has charge of the program. Rocky Mount Negroes in a mass meeting last Friday night pledged their loyalty to the United States Government. They also voted to discourage all reports devogatory to the Negros' loyalty. The Emma Baynard Medal is the name-of a prize for superiority in English in the Senior Class of Lincoln School. Mr. Baynard is the donor, and it is to commemorate his sister. Mr. G. W. Parker spent several days last week in Charlotte on business. ELIZABETH CITY (By F, W, M, Butler.) Elizabeth City, N. C.—Notwithstanding the inclement weather on Easter the churches were well attended during the entire day. Miss Mattie Johnson, who has been engaged in teaching in Trottville, N.C., closed school last week and returned home Friday. Miss Mary Summer of Durants Neck, has been spending a few days in the city. Mrs. Mary Hill of Norfolk was visiting her mother and friends Sunday. Attorney C. W. Brown went to Hertford last week. Miss C. B. Butler, who is engaged in teaching in Powells Point, spent Easter home with parents. Mrs. Lulu A. Benbury and son of Berkley, Va., were in the city Sunday to visit friends. Memorial sermon to the order of Elks was preached at Mt. Lebanon Church Sunday by Pastor Dr. G. L. White. The lodge was well represented. The Elizabeth City Band accompanied them. A female quartette composed of Mrs. Maggie Overton, Miss Mattie Johnson, Miss Janie Small and Mrs. Corn Willoughby added very greatly to the success of the occasion. A meeting of the "Oak Hill" cemetery trustees was held last Friday night to make final arrangements for the spring cleaning the cemetery is now undergoing. They are assisted in this movement by the "Matrons Social and Literary Club." Dr. A. J. Gorham filled the pulpit at Mt. Lebanon Church Sunday morning. Mrs. Nollie Clark of Boston, Mass., who is visiting her brother, Rev. Reuben Cartwright at Bell Cross, spent Sunday in the city visiting Rev. C. M. Cartwright and friends. On account of the heavy rain on last Sunday night, the Easter exercises at Ollive Branch Baptist Church were deferred until next Sunday night, April 15, at 8 o'clock. The Matrone's Social and Literary Club was entertained at Madame J. R. Fleming's last Wednesday afternoon. HENDERSON, N. C. (T. R. Eaton.) Revival services are progressing nicely at the First Baptist Church, conducted by Rev. G. W. Watkins, of the Union Publishing Co. The entire mattress factory of Mr. G. E. Morris and the dwelling house of Mr. Hawkins, pharmacist, was destroyed by fire on March 28th. Emancipation celebration was held at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church March 9th and was largely attended. A special sermon to men only was preached at First Baptist Church by Rev. G. W. Watkins Sunday evening. Rev E. Eva Garland and sister, Mrs. Lucy Page, of Ridgeway, N. J., left for their home Monday. Henderson Normal Institute and Chapel Hill crossed bats here Easter Monday. The score was 8 to 4 in favor of H. N. I. I. Master Jake Alston, a student from Weldon, N. C., underwent a very serious operation at Jubilee Hospital a few days ago. He is very ill at this writing. Miss D. M. Reed, of Jubilee Hospital, announces that Willie Green, who was shot some time ago, is greatly improved. CLARSVILLE This was a great day of service at Clarsville Baptist Church. Rev. David Porter Dillard, ex-pastor, conducted services for the day. Rev. Dillard served as pastor of this church twelve years, then said he would rest from pastoring one year. Four years ago he licensed Rev. James Green and or- dained him through some of the best learned elders of the Baptist Church. Rev. Green is considered Rev. Dillard's son in the gospel. When ordained Rev. Green made an average of 96 in the examination before the Council. Rev. Dillard resigned and installed Rev. Green as pastor. Rev. Dillard preached the installation sermon, which was a strong and inspiring one. After lifting a collection recess was taken. On reassembling Rev. Dillard, ex-pastor of Mars Hill, preached, and special collection was taken, which amounted to $4. Rev. Dillard was the recipient of many presents by a number of members for which he extended grateful appreciation. We would gladly give names and articles presented our ex-pastor had we the time and space. We have to hurry up to get this letter in or it will be crowded out. This day and service will not soon be forgotten in Clarsville. TITUSTOWN (Mrs. A. O. Hollomon) Services were well attended at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Rev. Malloy preached as never before. His subject in the morning was "The Resurrection." At the afternoon service Exposition Lodge No. 105, I. B. P. O. E., held their memorial exercises. The Hiawatha Quartette rendered music. Address by Mr. J. W. Gale; Sermon by Rev. Malloy; Bugle Roll Call of departed Elks. Mr. W. H. Harris, master of ceremonies; Mr. B. F. Etheridge, organist. The Easter Egg Hunt was enjoyed by the children on Monday, despite the cold weather. The hunt was given at the home of Mrs. Malloy for the benefit of the school. Mrs. Eliza Williams died at her home on Tuesday morning. Funeral arrangements not known at this writing. Among those on the sick list are: Mesdames Mary Washington, Messrs. John Wood and K. Williams. OCEAN VIEW Mr. Willie Carter and Mrs. Lillian Riddick of Norfolk, were the guests of Mrs. Mary Etheridge last Monday. Mr. Junius Coffee is home after spending a few months at Sparrow Point, Md. The Easter program of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, Scenall's Point, will be held next Sunday, 15th. Those having barrels please report Sunday. Rev. C. Moore is in Farmville, Va. attending the annual conference of the A. M. E. Church. Mt. Zion Congregation wish to thank those who helped in any way to make the Muck Conference a success. The Ocean View Literary and Social Society will have a anniversary sermon and program at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church, Sunday, May 6th, at 2 p. m. The next meeting of the Society will be next Sunday, April 15th, and will be entertained by Miss Friman at Oakwood at Mr. and Mrs. Desmond's residence. WILMINGTON (T. R. Snead.) Mrs. Jani Hill, who had been sick for some time, died April 4th. The funeral was held at Central Baptist church, Rev. D. B. Mcdonna officiating. Mrs. V. A. Lofton is on the sick list, also Mrs. Caroline McRen. Miss Susie Huffman, of Goldsboro, N. C., is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Murphy, of Chestnut street. She will leave for Indiana this week. Mr. W. E. Berton, of the A. M. E. church, was in the city this week in connection with his work as district superintendent. Mr. George Teacher has been in Boston, Mass., for three years, and returned home last week. Mrs. Tester Dowden is the guest of her sister, at Lond Creek, N. C. Dr. M. A. Talley, of Rocky Mount, preached at St. Stephen's A. M. E. church last Sunday. His sermon was an excellent one. Dr. S. C. Means, of Atlanta, Ga., is conducting a revival at St. Stephen's church this week. Rev. and Mrs. C. D. Hazel were tendered a reception at their residence on South Fourteenth street. A program was rendered. Rev. W. H. Moore, president of the Ministerial Union, presided. The ministers of the different churches extended welcome. Both Rev. and Mrs. Hazel responded in fitting words. Refreshments were served to the large number present. Prof. John R. Hawkins, secretary of the Financial Department of the A. M. E. church, addressed the members and friends of St. Stephen's church Monday last. He is recognized as one of the most eloquent and forceful speakers in the race. CARD OF THANKS Miss Josephine Wiikins wishes to express her heartfelt thanks to the friends and neighbors in and out of the city and the Renpers' Circle for the many kind remembrances sent her during her illness of twelve weeks, for flowers, fruits and many other things. May God's richest blessings rest upon each and every one. BELLS MILLS. Mr. Medvin Locker accompanied his wife to Baltimore, Md., for medical treatment. Mr. Benjamin Lindsey, of Grassfield, died Sunday last. Rev. N. D. Naylor is attending the Annual Conference at Farmville, Va., this week. Rev. G. D. Jimmerson, presiding elder, preached at Lee's Chapel Sunday last. Why Constination Injures. The bowels are the natural sewerage system of the body. When they become obstructed by constipation a part of the poisonous matter which they should carry off is absorbed into the system, making you feel dull and stupid, and interfering with the digestion and assimilation of food. This condition is quickly relieved by Chamberlain's Tablets. For sale by all drug-girls. PAGE FIV Mass Meeting And Patriotic Demonstration at Metrpolitan A. M. E. Z. Church TUESDAY NIGHT, APRIL 17th, 8 P.M. AUSPICES Progressive Association of Norfolk Address by Chas. S. Morris, Jr. and Others The Public is Cordialy Invited W. L. Davis, Fres. W. H Freeman, Sec. By Charles Klein A Company of Exceptional Merit has been selected for this Extraordinary Production headed by Mr. J. C. Stith and Miss Eliza Coppage and including the following ladies and gentlemen: Mrs. J. Eugene Diggs, Miss Bessie Burke, Miss Mayme Diggs, Miss Mabel Mosely, Miss Lucille Douglass, Mr. C.A. Palmer, Mr. Thos. Winbourne, Mr. D. Gatewood Thomas, Mr. Ralph Jones, Dr. S. F. Coppage and Prof. Harvey Robinson. Monday April 23rd, 1917 General Admissn 25c. Tickets on Sale at Bass' Drug Store, Cor. Church and Golf Sts., and Watt's Pharmacy, Cor. Queen and Cumberland Sts. TUES. & WED. EVENINGS APRIL 17th & 18th Norfolk Auditorium 731 CHURCH STREET Admission 10 Cents Mrs. P. B Young, Pres. Mrs Eva Lewis, Vice Pres Mrs. D. W. Byrd, Sec Mrs Jas. Morris, Treas. Mrs. Ida N. Paes, Chr. Com. ACADEMY OF MUSIC NEXT WEEK Keith Vaudeville FIVE FEATURE ACTS AND HEARST-SELIG WAR NEWS Complete Change of ADMISSION Bill Thursdays 10 CENTS PAGE SIX SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson III.—Second Quarter, For April 15, 1917. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, John x, 1-18—Memory Verse, 11, 12—Golden Text, John x, 11—Commentary Prepared by Rev D. M. Stearns. The Golden Text seems to be the heart of the lesson this time if not always. While in our lesson He is the Good Shepherd laying down His life for the sheep and giving unto them eternal life, with the assurance that they can never perish nor any power take them from Him (verses 11, 15, 27, 20), In Heb. xiii, 20, 21, He is the Great Shepherd risen from the dead, living His life in us and working in us that which is well pleasing in the sight of the God of Peace. In I Pet. v, 4, He is the Chief Shepherd who shall give rewards to His faithful followers at His appearing. In Gen. xlix, 24; Ps. lxxx, 1. He is the Shepherd of Israel. This last shall be fully seen when Ezek. xxxx, 11-16, and verse 31 shall be fulfilled, and then shall be seen the significance of Ps. xxii as never before in the history of the world. In our lesson chapter He is talking to Israel, but He spoke of other sheep whom He must bring (verse 10), and some of those we are now gathering to complete His body, the church, but the full gathering of the nations to Him shall be after Israel has learned to say, "The Lord is my Shepherd," according to Zech. II, 10-13; "Many nations shall be joined to the Lord in that day and shall be my people." Also Jer. II, 17, "At that time they shall call Jerusalem the Throne of the Lord, and all the nations shall be gathered unto it, to the name of the Lord to Jerusalem." He had been dealing with and was in the midst of thieves and robbers, who sought to enter the fold, but not by the door. They were persistently robbing God and making His house a den of thieves (Mul. III. 8; Matt. xxl, 13). He is the door as well as the Shepherd, the only way of access to God, God's own appointed way, and it is not possible to come to God but by Him (verses 7:5; chapter xiv, 6). But by Him, the door, any man may enter in and be saved and in Him find pastures green and waters of quietness (verse 0, peace as a river and righteousness as the waves of the sea (Isn. xvill, 17). All who are not Christians are in the employ of the leader of all thieves and robbers and lions and murderers, the devil, of whom he said in a recent lesson that these religious hypocrites were his children (verse 10; vill. 44). With righteous wrath He denounced them in these words: "Ye seepents, ye generation of vipers, how can ye escape the damnation of hell?" (Matt. xxll, 33.) The Spirit through Paul said to Elymas, who tried to turn a man away from the door to life, "O full of all subtilty and all mischief, child of the devil, enemy of all righteousness, will not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?" (Acts xl. 7-10) Contrast the Good Shepherd, who by laying down His life for us has provided life, and life abundantly, for all who will receive Him. He gives freely that which he has purchased at so great a price, even the sacrifice of Himself. Life eternal, the water of life, eternal redemption and all that is included in such expressions become the sure and everlasting possession of all who receive Him, and there is nothing in the Bible that in any way conflicts with the positive assurances of verses 27-30. See Heb. l. 3; ix. 12, 26; Rem. vl. 23; ii. 24; Rev. xxll. 17. There can be no contradictions in the Bible, for the same Holy Spirit wrote the whole book. As to life abundantly, compare pardon abundantly and an abundant entrance into His kingdom (Isa. lv. 7; 11 Pet. l. 11). The Lord gives not only freely, but fully, all that He has purchased for us, and He desires to be able to give full rewards for service in that day (11 John s. which He certainly will do if we have been faithful. Salvation is wholly of grace and the same to all, but the rewards will be according to our works (Heb. xxil. 12). Note the wonderful statement in verses 17, 18, that no man could take His life from Him, but that He laid it down of Himself, having power to do this, and to take it again. His was the only life that could not be taken from Him. It is true that they killed Him but it was because He allowed them to do it. He willingly suffered all that was put upon Him, leaving us an example that we might follow His steps, who, when he was revived, reviled not again; when He suffered He threatened not, but committed Himself to Him who judgeth righteously. Then, having left us a perfect example and having no sn of His own, for He was without guile. He took the sinner's place and suffered in our stead. His own self bearing our sins in His own body on the tree (1 Pet. l. 21-24). Hirellings seek their own welfare rather than that of the flock, but true followers of the Good Shepherd seek the welfare of the sheep, not considering themselves. David took his life in his hand when he delivered part of his flock from the lion and the bear, but the Son of David actually laid down His life for His flock. When He putteth forth His sheep He goeth before them, and He only asks that we keep close to Him and follow Him fully (Dent, xx. 8). St. Luke's A. M. E. Church Notes. Easter was observed in our church last Sunday. The celebration of the resurrection of our Lord was a day of triumph to those who worshipped with us. The beautiful antiembs sung by the choir set all of the church rejoicing. Our Sunday School exercises were rendered at four o'clock in the afternoon. During the night services, Rev. F. D. Howe delivered a very practical and instructive sermon. Next Sunday is the last Sunday before the Annual Conference. The pastor and delegates will leave the city on the 17th for the same. The year's report will be read next Sunday. We wish our pastor much success at Conference and that his report will meet with the approval of the same, and trust that he will return to us to resume the work which could not be looked after during the past year. First Baptist Church Notes. The great Laymen's Missionary Convention has closed one of its greatest sessions. The delegates and visitors to the Convention have had their hearts gladened and their spirits filled by the many instructive and inspiring messages, from many famous, brilliant minds. Never before have we seen men more thrilled and enthusied than in this Convention. Many of the delegates expressed themselves as being ready for service. Our church and its branches were in the "Front Line" Easter Sunday. The Sunday School was crowded. Many of the men exemplified the spirit of service by bringing another man. A special Easter program was rendered after the lesson period which was enjoyed by all. Our auditorium was packed to its capacity at our morning service. Dr. Bowling preached a great patriotic sermon, which was very timely. His subject being "Patriotism, a religious CHURCH DIRECTORY QUEEN STREET BAPTIST CHURCH—Rev F. W. Williams, B. D. Paster, Sunday Services: 6:00 a.m. p. Prayer Meeting; 9:30 a.m. p. Mass; 10:30 a.m. Mid-week Services—Tuesday, Missionary Circle, 7:30 a.m. p. Wednesday, regular service 8 p. m.; Friday, prayer meeting, 8 p. m.; Sunday, Sunday, 8:00 p. m. Other meetings—Deacon's Sunday, 8:00 p. m. before first Sunday, 8:00 p. m.; Chur rearment, Tuesday and Friday, 8 p. m.; Frus- ture Meeting, Monday before the first Sunday, 8:00 p. m.; Missionary Service fifth Sunday, 8:00 p. m. Men's Baptist Alliance, second fourth Sunday, 8:00 p. m.; Queen Eather Circle, 4th Sunday, 8:30 p. m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH—Ibate Street, near Camberland Street, Sunday School 9:30 a.m. B. Y. P. U. 6:00 p. m. Regular services, 11:30 a.m. and 7:45 p. m. W. Howard at 8:30 p. m. Communion third Sunday at 8:30 p. m. Rev. Richard H. Howling, pastor. MIDLHON BAPTIST CHURCH—Cor. Golf and Chapel Streets. Rev. J. Hilger Ashley, pastor at 3:50 p.m. Sunday Services—Sunday School at 11:30 a.m. m. and 8:00 p.m. Covenant meeting on the second Sunday 3:00 p.m. m. and communion at 4:00 p.m. 6th Sunday at 3 p.m. m. and communion at 4:00 p.m. 6th Sunday at 3 p.m. Dencoe and Tristesse meeting Monday night after the first Sunday, at 8:30 p.m. m. Church meeting Thursday night before the second Sunday, at 8:30 p.m. m. Church meeting Wednesday night at 8 p.m. Choir rehearsal every Friday night. Missionary meeting second and fourth Tuesday nights. SECOND CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH—Cor. Corner of Calvert and Wide Streets, C. P. Madison, B. D., pastor, Sunday Services—6:00 p.m. m. prayer meeting at 9:30 p.m. m. Sunday Services—6:00 p.m. preaching at 9:30 p.m. U. P. and 7:30 p.m. Worship service—Wednesday, 8 p. preaching. Friday night before the first Sunday Dencoe and first Friday before the first Sunday Church Fire and third Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Dec-12th First and Third Thursdays, Missionary meeting at 8 p.m. m. and each Thursday at 8 p. Choir, Communion the second Sunday at 8 p.m. 47. JOINN'S A. M. E. CHURCH—Bute Street, opposite Smith Street, Norfolk, Va. Rev. S. S. Morris, B. D., pastor, Sunday Service, Sunday School, Sunday School at 9:30 p. m. Sunday School at 9:30 p. m. Allen Christian Endower Lenge—Junior 4:30 p. m.; Senior, 6:00 p. m.; Classes, 3:30 p. m.; Prayer praise, instruction and preachings Monday and Thursday at 8:00 p. m. Official Board and Stewards, Tuesday, 3:00 p. m.; Prayer praise, instruction and preachings Monday and Thursday at 8:00 p. m.; Sunday School Teachers meeting and Training Class. Thursday at 3 p. m.; Chair rehearsal, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 p. m.; Sunday School Teachers meeting every month, 8:00 p. m.; Mile missionary, Society, second Tuesday — 4 p. m. Cadet Drill weekly, Monday at 4:30 p. m. Sunday School, Sunday School, fancy work and Sunday School class meetings, Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. Strangers are welcome at all services. Jas. M. S. Moore, sought Sunday School R. Bowden, President Christian Endower, Church Clerk. ST. LUKE C. M. E. CHURCH—St. Paul and Scott Streets, R.迪. K. G. Renkert, pastor. Sunity School, 9:30 a.m. m. John William School, 9:30 a.m. m. Junior Epworth League, 8:00 p.m. m. Senior Epworth League, 6:30 p.m. m. Mid-week services. Wednesday, 8:00 p.m. m. Classes, Tuesday, 8:00 p.m. m. Sunday and Sunday at 4:00 p.m. m. Teacher's Training Class, Friday, 8:00 p.m. m.; Trustees meeting first Wednesday in month. Official and Skewards Board, Monday, 8:00 p.m. m. Everybody welcome. GRACE P. E. CHURCH—Cor. Cumberland and Kent Street. D. D. J. Lee, Ph. B. rectory, 8:00 p.m. m. Sunday School Service, 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion every first Sunday, 11:00 n.m. Sunday School Service, 4th Sunday, 4:00 p.m. Week Days—Service on Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m. Sunday School Service, 2nd days, 5 p.m. Women's Auxiliary, 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Woman's Guild, 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Wresty meeting, 1st Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Wresty meeting, 1st Wednesday, 4 p.m. 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. Serving the community. preaching services, 11 o'clock; evening preaching services, 8 o'clock. Junior Society at 4 p. m. P. C. U. at 7 p. m. W. Melville School. Women's Missionary Society, first Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p. m. P. pastor's Staff. first Thursday of each month, at 8 p. m. Sunday School. Teacher's Meeting every Thursday at 7 o'clock. JERUSALEM BAPTIST CHURCH.-Preaching services at 11:30 n. and 8 p. m. Communion Sundays at 8:30 p. m. Prayer meeting at 10:30 a.m. of the Board of Trustees, Tuesday night before the fourth Sunday. Meeting of the Board of Trustees, Tuesday night before the first Sunday. Meeting before the second Sunday. Bible Class every Wednesday night. Rev. A. Hobbs, pastor. Leptonstown street; Willie George, Church Closet 311. duty," with reference to text in Num. 32:6. Immediately after morning service, the funeral of Pro. Clarence E. Moore, a dutiful member of the church, was held. The King David Lodge, No 1412 Odd Fellows, Hotel Bellmens' Association and the Harvest League (an auxiliary of the church) attended in a body. Those who failed to hear President Jno. M. Gandy in that great mass meeting, missed a rare treat. It should have been heard by all parents who are rearing children. He said in part, that a child should be trained the first 10 years of its life. First—Obedience; second—Cleanliness; third—Morality; fourth—Love of Work; fifth—Love of Books. Owing to the rain and the small number present, the great Cantata and Recital that was to have been rendered by our organist and choir at our evening service, was postponed until April 15th. Strangers and visitors are cordially invited to attend our services. Renewed interest has been aroused in our great rally services which end in Mav. Rev. Dr. Tims of Franklin, Va., formerly of New York, preached for us this week. Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church. Memorial services in honor of the late Alexander Walters, A. M. D. D., Senior Bishop of the A. M. E. Zion Church, were very timely celebrated at Metropolitan recently. In his latter days, Bishon Walters was considered as the race's most renowned churchman and political leader, and his death called for many unique eulogies from the pulpit and press throughout the country. Although born of slave parents in Kentucky, in a day when educational advantage were poor in his native state for members of the race young Walters by dint of his own efforts procured learning, became a Christian and joined the A. M. E. Zion Church, the church that bred and succeeded the mighty Douglas and the illustrious Joseph C. Price. Bishon Walters' achievements in Zion Church are attributed to his executive ability, winning personality, manly carriage and Christian conduct, which combined made him an excellent fisherman of men. These virtues considered by the absolute and delegated authority of Zion in its General Conference assembled in 1892 gave him the greatest boon that the church can bestow—the Bishopric. In the memorial exercises the life of Bishop Walters was minutely discussed and favorably passed upon by some of the leading ministers of the city namely: Revs. D. W. White, M. F. Gregory, R. K. D. Garrett, G. S. Barney, E. Hines and R. H. Bowling. Rev. N. D. King, pastor of Metropolitan acted as master of ceremonies. Special sermon at Metropolitan Sunday morning. Public cordially invited. Members urged to attend. Old Cool Spring Calls New Pastor. The Old Cool Spring Baptist Church, Franklin, Va., has called as their pastor, the Rev. J. S. Givens. The church has taken on new spiritual life and the work of the Master is progressing nicely under the leadership of Rev. Givens. TIDEWATER HOSPITAL. Every colored man and woman in Norfolk ought to be a member of the Tidewater Colored Hospital Association, and have an interest and part in the management and welfare of the hospital. Membership fee is one dollar and annual dues one dollar a year. The hospital is doing a splendid work and is open to all the colored doctors of the city. For information as to membership call up Mr. C. H. Oliver, Journal and Guide office, Norfolk 2118. The trustees are earnestly appealing to the public for funds to carry on the work. Having taken the hospital in charge they are anxious to make it one of the leading colored hospitals in the South. Want you help by giving to the Tidewater Hospital Association? Send $1.00 to Mr. C. H. Oliver for membership card. BERKLEY WARD BERKLEY WARD (Mrs. Lelin Hill.) Mrs. Dora White of Craig street, is on the sisk list. Mr. Jackson Sweet, of Cison street, was shot Saturday night, March 25th. Mrs. Winbush of Campostella has moved to Baltimore, Mt., where she will make her future home. Mr. C. D. Whitehead, of 210 Craig street, has erected a fine building in Loudown Heights. Mr. Whitehead is a first class architect. Rev. C. H. D. Griffin and his family were very pleasantly surprised by a number of the member of Central Baptist Church Friday night, when they came laden with many good things to eat. Central Baptist Church. Services at Central Baptist Church were exceptionally good last Sunday. The church seems to have taken on new life in membership and financial condition. The pastor, superintendent and teachers are elated over the Sunday School. The pastor concluded a series of sermons on Sunday morning. On Sunday he spoke on the "Seven Last Words on the Cross." At three o'clock a splendid audience gathered to witness the Easter program, which was under the direction of Misses Brown and Pendleton and Madams Perry and West. Each number was well rendered. Collection for the service was $24.57; for the day $91.41. Barclay-Standard Spring and Summer Styles in Corsets are now ready. Madam Unthank 142 Church Street "PEACH BASKET" MASTS OF UNCLE SAM'S BATTLESHIPS Every Time Salvo Is Fired They Sway From Side to Side. Washington.—The strange cage of "peach basket" masts of United States battleships and larger cruisers are unlike those of any other naval ships aboard. No seaman of wooden ship days would recognize these odd structures as masts. They are really observations towers of steel. The cage mast is the result of years of experiment by American naval officers in an effort to create a light tower that could be shot full of holes and still stand up. The cage mast is built of a large number of slender steel rods, so arranged that every one of them could be placed by sheltas and unless these bits were closely grouped the mast would stand. So far no other nation has copied the United States style of mast. Each cage must be capped by a "spotting top." This is a platform from which observing officers work out ranges and with powerful sea glasses "spot" the shots as they land. Corrections in the ranges are telephoned to the fire control stations if a white spurt of water on the surface of the sea shows the shots are falling short or overreaching the mark. The spotting top of a battleship in action is no place for a faint hearted man. Every time a salvo is fired the must whips from some side to the other with a sickening sway. The men in the top are whipped back and forth like kids playing the game of "crack the whip" and must bang on for their lives to the shoulder high rails. In some cases the men are strapped to the rails. EDISON BUSY WORKING ON NEW WAR DEVICE Has Model of Baby; Submarine While Toiling In Guarded Building. Orange, N. J. - A special laboratory has been established by Thomas A Edison at Eagle Rock, West Orange, overlooking New York city, the upper bay and part of State Island, at which he is working in conjunction with experts from the United States government. Their labors are being prosecuted for later the night, but what they are working on is a secret, and a guard patrols the grounds at all times. Mr. Edison is chairman of the naval consulting board. In Columbia street, West Orange, a block distant from the main Edison plant, is a big corrugated iron building, with the window coated and the windows barred. On good authority it was learned that Mr. Edison had in the building a sixteen foot working model of a summarizer which, it is said, was the basis of Henry Ford's statement that he could build 1,400 one man submarines a day if he was called on to do so. The Eagle Rock laboratory is the big casino erected by the Essex County Park Commission in the Eagle Rock reservation. Some time ago the commission gave to Mr. Edison permission to use the building. Much machinery has been installed, and a heavy cable indicates the use of considerable elec tric power. One of the pieces of apparatus is a telescope that, to quote one man who had peered through it "brought New York so close it seemed you could reach out and touch the buildings." DOG RESCUER PERISHES. Saved Eighteen Men and Was There Burned to Death. Frankfort, Ind.—The coach dog that saved the lives of eighteen colored men employed on the construction gang of the new Indianapolis-Frankfort railroad perished in the flames that destroyed the house in which the men lived. One of the men, who slept with his clothes on, was on fire when awakened by the barking of the dog. The men rushed from the burning structure and the last man out closed the door, unintentionally holding the dog a prisoner. A few minutes later one of the men remembered the animal, but the house could not be reached because of the flames, and the dog was burned to death. Bird's Ashes From Aeroplane. San Diego, Cal.-The body of Thina, a pet canary belonging to Colonel William Glassford, commandant at the North Island aviation school, was cremated and then taken aloft in an army biplane by instructor Albert Smith and scattered to the four winds from an altitude of 5,000 feet. FOOLING HENS, THEY LAY MORE THAN EVER Los Angeles. About 120 hens on the California state farm at Davis no longer know night from day, and, as for sleep, that's out of the question. Professors, experimenting to increase egg laying, light the lights in the coops at 5:15 a.m. and burn them until sunup. At night they burn them from sundown to 9 o'clock. And the poor, deluded hens have laid more eggs than ever! Just to prove the wonderful quality, value and style of our tailoring, we make this astounding offer. Suit cut in latest city style, extreme peg tops if desired. Simply drop us a letter or post card and we will send you our beautiful samples to choose from and full particulars of this wonderful offer. keeping with our observation, the ju- sis evident that these errors to we have referred are not alto- er the result of the management uninformed, but a large per- age of the more reasonably in- ent are guilty of such errors, persist in their performance as a national inheritance. 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I am not to may concern: This is to state for sometime I have been treated with catarrh, stomach trouble and nausea. I have used many widely advertised remedies and consulted physicians and thitherover I have gone; but the trouble seems to aggravate. About three months ago met Row Commings and asked him if a treatment, I was then using, would help me. He bade me throw it nasty 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 face. He told me the truth I knew and the truth I did not know. JACKSON'S Sanitary Barber Shop I at once began to take his bath treatments and I am wonderfully improved. In fact my nervousness, stomach trouble and the nauseating effects of catarrh are all gone, and, while Rev. Cummings holds that I am not completely cured, I must confess that I am not conscious of these troubles. Further I have observed many wonderful and marvelous improvements in other patients whom I have met in his sanitarium, and am thoroughly convinced that Rev. Cummings' method is scientific and successful. Polite attention, prompt service 34. Queen Street Wm. Jackson, Proprietor I would advise persons suffering from stomach trouble, catarrh and nervousness to consult Rev. Cummings, at once. I have found him honest and upright in 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 A. U. A. Believing the Rev. Cummings to be a God-send to the city of Norfolk, and wishing for him continued success, I am, Yours for the church, JAS. S. HATCHER, B. D., Pastor John Brown A. M. E. Church, Author of "I cannot Drift." nature. But it will not be uneaten but some phases of it that least esteem be added for more able and intelligent management of infant dietary. ```markdown ``` DR. CUMMINGS. 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CULPEPER T. P. A. SUFFOLK NEWS ADVERTISEMENTS J. F. Jordan, Agent and Correspondent Miss Helen Eure has returned from an Easter visit to her sister, Mrs. Johnson, in Petersburg, Va. Arthur Hargraves, who has been very much indisposed for the last several days, is now able to resume his studies in the S. N. T. School. He is ready for the closing exercises. Mr. Hugh Royster, of Windsor, Va., was in the city Monday and subscribed for the Journal and Guide. He believes in keeping up with what the Negro is doing. Mrs. W. T. Fuller has returned from an Easter visit to her two daughters, Caryl and Goldie, at Hartshorn, Richmonth, Va. Mrs. M. J. Troy had for her Easter guests, Mrs. Vivian Scott, and Nannie, of Petersburg, Va.; and her sister, Miss Agnes Bland, one of our county teachers. They motored to Portsmouth and Norfolk Monday. Taylor & Lee join our Directory Ad. this week. You may keep your eye open for the McKay, Washington & Co. advertisement. The Sharon Baptist Union will meet with Pleasant Hill Baptist Church on the 28 and 29. See Notice. Rev. L. T. Watson left Tuesday for Farmville, Va., where he will attend the annual conference of the Virginia A. M. E. Church. He has made a very excellent record here, and doubtless will be returned for the second year. He has merited it. Mrs. A. B. Willis, and Dorothy, have returned from an Easter visit to Norfolk, Va. Dr. J. F. Jordan is a visitor to the Lawrenceville School this week. Mr. W. H. Crocker has returned from Eastville, Va., where he delivered the "Easter-Monday" address. The occasion was the organization of another Negro business corporation. Easter services at all the churches were very fittingly observed last Sunday. Mr. Frank Freeman and Mr. H. W. Williams are among our new subscribers this week. Mr. J. H. Eure is pushing his work as agent for the Guide, and also for the N. C. Mutual & Provident Association. And now comes "Cleaning-up-Day." The ministers have prepared special sermons on spiritual and moral cleaning for next Sunday, and everybody will clean up next week. But some of us stand cleaned up. If you mean to keep up with the weekly news as published about the Negro, in a Negro paper, now is your time to subscribe for The Journal and Guide. And too, the Negro State League Bulletin will be out within the next few days. Copies free by calling at this office. Patriotic-Suffolk. The war clouds had thickened and gathered. Congress heard our President's call, and answered. The people also heard, and many answered the roll-call. Among them was the colored citizenry of Suffolk. They did not wait for the second call—they never do, for on Tuesday night of April the third, hundreds of us met at the FairGround Baptist Church with the sole purpose of telling the President, and all the other part of the world, that we are with him, and that we have laid aside our politics, and whatever else may lead us to differ from him, and are ready to take up a Navy, Army, or anything else that we are capable of handling, for "God save the COUNTRY." We expressed our loyalty, not fealty, mind you, in some of the best patriotic speeches by J. A. Estes, W. W. Holland, W. H. Parker, Dr. W. T. Fuller, and others. To a unit, we endorsed the action of the President. And if you can find a Negro that can, or will not answer the roll-call, when called to do so, in this city or county, you will have to use a fine-tooth comb. But why this position of the Negro citizenry of this city and county? There must be a principle behind it. I would suggest that one of these principles is that there is one of the very best relations existing between the two races. And I am in position to say that no city in the whole world can best us on this particular line. If you want business, the color of your skin cuts no figure. If you are a professional man, both the colored and white men and women will call you by that name. If you pay your bills, you can get more credit. If you are a really-worth-while, you are recognized as such. This may be attributed to the fact that our religious liberality is blended with our business progressiveness. We know ourselves safe in Congress with Col. E. E. Holland; in the State Senate, with Col. J. E. West, and in the Legislature, with Col. R. L. Brewer. And with Judge J. L. McLemore as our Circuit Judge; Hon. M. E. Stallings, Mayor; Chief W. E. Brinkly at the head of our Police force, we are ready to go to war, or any- THE JOURNAL AND GUIDE C. L. Griffia, Agent for Jericho where else. Just after we held our great Patriotic Meeting our white people held one. In it they gave us a rising vote of appreciation to us Negroes who had taken the initiative. Among Our Elks. Our Elks think themselves among the best people on earth. And some of them are. Last Sunday was a great day for them. They celebrated their second anniversary at the Pine Street Methodist Church, The Rev. Mr. L. T. Watson, pastor, preached the sermon. It was a very appropriate and helpful sermon, which applied to the needs of the Elks, and all others present. A very interesting program was rendered: Opening Ode by the Elks; Invocation by Mr. J. H. Gatling; Introduction of the Master of Ceremonies, by Exalted Ruler, Mr. C. H. Jones; Sermon by the Rev. L. T. Watson; Music by the Choir; Address by Mr. Watson Goodman; Solo by Miss Inez Henderson; Remarks by Miss Penny Carpenter; Music; Remarks by Second Daughter Ruler, Miss Susie Jones; Solo by Mrs. H. G. Lee. A collection of $25 was taken by Messrs. Read and Ashe. This was given to the church. Just think how very liberal are the Elks. To give a church the whole collection is something out of the ordinary for our secret orders. But the Elks have a way of their own, and they showed it. This is characteristic of the Elks, for they never work fraction when it comes to helping others. And this is especially true, when we have such men as C. H. Jones, Exalted Ruler; J. H. Brown, Esteemed Leading Knight; Janius Haggins, Esteemed Lecturer; and B. F. Ashe, Loyal Knight, to lead the boys alone. The program committee was comprised of Messrs. Luke Eure, William Taylor and A. H. Anderson, Mr. Turner Faison was Master of Ceremonies. With Our County Teachers. The Nansemond County Teachers held the last meeting for the school year 1916-17 at the Nansemond Collegiate Institute, Friday, April 6. An interesting program was rendered. Much business in the interest of the schools was transacted. Mrs. Mary Glidewell read a very helpful paper. Subject: "The Power of the Teacher's Influence." Miss Therese Hamlet taught a class in Primary Reading; Mrs. Mary E. Estes a class in "Beginner in Number Work." Both classes were practically taught and the methods wer discussed and approved by the teachers in the discussions. Supt. P. S. Blundford was present and gave an encouraging talk to the teachers. Rev. P. L. Boone, Messrs. W. W. Holland and Jas. A. Estes, Jr., were among the visitors present and each made helpful addresses. Rev. H. M. Henderson, President; Mary E. Estes, Secretary. In Memoriam. Sacred to the memory of our devoted sister, Lula Randall, who passed away April 8, 1916. One year ago she left us, And oh! We lost a treasure, It filled our hearts with sorrow And grief beyond all measure. One year ago she left us, "Twas much to our surprise, To join the Heavenly angels Above the vaulted skies. "Tis sweet to know we'll see again. Where parting is no more, The kind and gentle sister, Whose memory we adore. Oh! Lula we will meet thee, Around the, "Great White Throne," Where Jesus reigns eternal And then we'll claim our own. A peaceful sleep, with thy feet to ward the dawn; till there breaks the last and brightest Eastern morn. Her Sisters, MRS. MARY C. JORDAN, MRS. ANNA MILES. BUSINESS DIRECTORY. TANLOR & LEE The old Reliables, are ready to clean your last year's hats, and clean and press your clothes. They have satisfied you, and will continue to do so. 602 Main St. Phone 125. NOTICE The Sharon Baptist Union will meet with Pleasant Union Baptist Church Saturday and Sunday, April the 28-29. You are invited and expected to be there. Rev. J. H. RICKS, Secretary. ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER Notice is here given to all the members of Darius Chapter No. 21, that a special meeting will be held at its rooms in the Pine Street Hall on the evening of April the 25th. By order of the H. P., J. W. Easter. J. F. JORDAN, Secretary. PORTER'S CAFE. 149 E. Washington Street Suffolk, Va. The most up-to-date and Sanitary place for the best meals at any time When in the city just ask for PORTER'S CAFE MOORE & HOWELL East Washington Street, Suffolk, Va. Phone 859-J. Gents Furnishings and Up-to-Date Tailoring Cleaning and Pressing A Specialty See US Before You Buy. MOORE & HOWELL CROCKER & BOYKIN Undertakers and Embalmers 123 East Washington St., Suffolk, Va. When Needed, Call Office Phone 234-J Residence 401-W We Will Serve You CROCKER & BOYKIN CAPFILLE (By W. P. Jefferson.) Capeville, Va.—Rev. W. E. Tyler and wife, Miss Lelia W. Lowe, and Miss Mary Washington were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Stafford on Sunday last. The Capeville Baptist Sunday School opened on Sunday last at the usual hour, Supt. A. Banks, presiding. Lesson was taught for thirty minutes, after which the collection of $5.25 was raised. The attendance was very good indeed for this season of the year. On Monday night, April 2nd, a Ministerial Concert was held at the Ebenezer A. M. E. Church. The program was rendered by a number of the pastors of this county, which was enjoyed by everyone who was present. Special mention must be made of Dr. F. A. Seaton, the District Presiding Elder, who was the center of attraction at all times. WILMINGTON (T. T. R. Snead.) Wilmington, N. C.—A special program was rendered by the Ushers' Board of Central Baptist Church. A very tempting repass was served. Mr. David Moore, of Burgaw, N. C., was in the city this week on business. Among the visitors in the city are: Miss Mary A. Pearsel, of Rose Hill, N. C.; Mrs. Alice Anderson, of Acme, N. C. Mrs. Mary Latimore, of N. Tenth street, entertained her Sunday School class Monday night. Mrs. Eva Lewis entertained for the benefit of St. Stephen's Sunday School Monday night. Rev. D. B. Modona, pastor of Central Baptist Church, returned Saturday from his vacation. Mrs. Addie Nicholson, of East Wilmington, is on the sick list. A social will be given at the residence of Mr. Leslie Middleton, 13th and Church streets, for the benefit of his Sunday School class. DANVILLE Danville, Va.—There will be an Easter Cantata by the coir of the First Baptist Church Sunday, April 8th, at eleven o'clock and Monday night at eight o'clock. Mr. George Graves died Saturday night, March 31st, and was buried Sunday. Mrs. Nannie Harding and Miss Mamie Latimer left Friday for Norfolk, Portsmouth and Hampton to spend the Easter holidays. In Memoriam. In loving memory of our dear son, Lemuel E., who departed this life April 4th, 1915. Gone, but not forgotten. His parents, LIZZIE & EDWARD BRIGHT. TITUSTOWN (Mrs. Adlena Hollomon). Tag Day, which was held last Sunday, under the management of the Deacon Board, proved a great success. Members and friends turned out in large numbers and rallied to the cause. Our church seems to be in a prosperous condition. The pastor, Rev. Malloy, with the Deacon Board as well as loyal members are putting forth every effort to liquidate the debt on the church. The members want to do more this year than ever before for the upholding of Christ's kingdom. Mrs. Malloy is planning to have an Easter Egg Hunt for the benefit of the Sunday School. All are invited. Rev. J. H. Billups, of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Lindenwood, preached an instructive sermon Sunday afternoon. Collection for the day $70.60. Mrs. Delencia Fonters was hurt by an automobile and the extent of her injuries is not yet known. These on the sick list are Mr. John Wood, Mrs. Eliza Williams, Mrs. Min. W. E. Newton, Mr. E. Williams, and Mrs. Mary Graves. The 'Cousin Town' investiture in clubs aims to teach third to six people and teach them to second and invest wisely. A large number of our people have utilized their opportunity and should be followed by others. Mrs. Mimie Whitaker is secretary, Mr. Wm. Whitaker, treasurer, Prof. L. W. Jordan, president. Any information desired may be obtained by seeing any of the officers. HENDERSON, N. C. Revival services are in progress at the First Baptist church and they are being largely attended. The entire mattress factory of Mr. G. E. Morriss was destroyed by fire and the residence of Dr. Hawkins, the drugsist, badly burned. Mrs. Mary B. Hines, who has been visiting Mrs. John Young on Hillside avenue, has returned to her home in Philadelphia. The Christian District Conference convened at Andrews' Chapel, Friday, March 30. Mrs. Rosn Price left Monday for Merchantville, N. J., to visit relatives and friends. Mrs. Richard Terry of South Henderson is on the sick list. Rev. Harvey Johnson of Oxford, N. C., is assisting Rev. Watkins in his revival at the First Baptist church. LOOK Now MON Member My Danny Tollorad Suit cost me Nothing Also not elegant Emblem Button free, showing my Rank Button free, showing my Rank man in town, making bigrespect I introduce the Society to friends, give them to join. 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Drink lots of water—you can't drink too much; also get from Burrow-Martin Drug Co. Sir Stuart McGee, 60 Guildford Road, kidneco tablets take one tablet before each meal and at bedtime with a glass of water for a few days and your kidneys will act fine. This famous remedy is made from perfectly harmless ingredients and acts quickly, and has been used for generations to clean and stimulate clogged kidneys; also neutralize the acids in the urine, which is an important of irrigation, thus ending bladder weakness. Kidneco is inexpensive, cannot injure, make mistake, insist on kidneco which everyone should take now and then to keep their kidneys clean and active. Try this. Also keep up with water drinking and do no doubt you will wonder because of your kidneco trouble and backache. ROANOKE, VA. (By W. A. Reid) Roanoke, Va.—Last Sunday evening at the First Baptist parsonage at 8 o'clock, was solemnized a very beautiful wedding. Mr. Paerris Cowans, of Bristol, Tenn., to Miss Vanie Giles, of Danville, Va. The Rev. E. E. Ricks, D. D., pastor of the First Baptist church, officiated. On Monday the young couple was royally entertained by the bride's sister, Mrs. Dora Carter, 342 6th avenue, N. W., Roanoke, Va. Only a few special friends of the family were present. For the present Mr. and Mrs. Paerris Cowans will live with Mr. and Mrs. Francis Cowans, brother of the groom. We wish for the young couple a long, happy and prosperous life. Prof. Charles Stewart, of Chicago, Ill., was in the city Easter Sunday and delivered several very interesting addresses. Prof. Stewart is well known here and always finds a large audience waiting to hear him speak. Mrs. Jos. Austin, who has been confined to her home for the last five weeks, is able to be out again. Miss Isabell Irrington, of Shenandoah, Va., spent Easter in the city, the guest of Mrs. Kate Carpenter, of Wells avenue. Mr. and Mrs. James Hendricks entertained in honor of Mrs. Davis, the mother of Mrs. Rosa Burks, at their home on 4th avenue, N. W., at dinner. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. Beverly Hendricks, Mrs. Davis, Mrs. Rosa Burks, and several others. Mrs. Elmyra Brown, of Columbus, Ohio, spent Easter with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Ceaphus, on North Jefferson street. Rev. R. J. Watson, of Lynchburg, Va., preached at the High Street church Sunday. A large congregation was out to hear him. Rev. G. G. Taylor completed his third year in this city Sunday and left for conference Tuesday morning. He considered this to he his most successful year since he has been in the city. The members of Mt. Zion A. M. E. church are hoping that he will return to Roanoke, and continue to carry on the great work which the church has accomplished under his administration. Conference meets at Farmville, Va., this year. ASHEVILLE (By J. H. Hamilton). Ashville, N. C. — Easter day in Asheville was quite unatt favorable. Saturday was a fine spring day and everybody looked for a beautiful Easter day. On Sunday the sun rose through a light cloud and shone clear for about eight minutes about 7:10; about 7:30 came a slow drieling rain, increasing slowly until about 9:15, when it looked as if it might clear up. At 10:45 it began to rain hard and kept up until about 1:30; about 3:30 the sun came out and it was warm and pleasant up until about 4:30, when a heavy cloud was seen in the west, and at a distance looked as though there was a cloudburst. About 5:35 it reached Asheville a hail storm which lasted about ten minutes. In about five minutes the streets became covered with hail and the water was several inches deep in the streets. With this storm came thunder and lightning. The sunset was similar to the rising in the morning, showing itself at intervals, as it went down behind the western hills. At night it was clear and cold, all the churches had good attendance. All the churches were very poorly attended at the morning service on Easter day on account of the rain. The First Baptist Sunday School had a lovely Easter program at 3 p.m. At this time the weather was fine and a large crowd was out to witness it. In spite of the weather the usual services were held at St. Matthias P. E. Church. About three-fourths of the choir was present and about fifty members in the congregation. At the morning service. The offering for the day amounted to $33.00. Dr. Gola Best of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. C., was in the city last week. Miss Gertrude Watkins, of Montgomery, Ala., has recently been appointed teacher of domestic science in the Catholic graded school. Miss Watkins is a graduate from Howard. FRANKLIN Miss Kate Johnson of Norfolk, spent Easter with her mother, Mrs. Eliza Johnson, on Hall street. Miss Twitty spent Easter with her sister, Mrs. Gertrude Twitty, on Hall street. Mrs. Estella Colden and Mildren Serenchaw of Norfolk spent Easter with their mother, Mrs. Carolina Worrel, on Second Avenue. The reception given last Monday night week at Cool Spring Baptist Church in honor of the ex-pastor, Rev. W. R. Ashburn, of Chicago; Ill., was a decided success. Mrs. S. T. Diggs spent Monday in Norfolk visiting her son and daughter on Powell street. The lectures given by Rev. Ashburn during his stay in the city were well attended and did much good. The Southampton County Teachers' Association met here Friday, March 30, at the Franklin Town School. A number of teachers were present and the reports from them for the scholastic year went up so far as $1,000. A few of the teachers were entertained at the home of Mrs. Amanda Johnson with Violaola music. M1s. Dr. Harris is out again. The D. M. C. Art Club met with Miss Ada Urquhart last Wednesday week and with Miss Rosa E. Smith last Wednesday night, and was served fruit cream and cake at Miss Urquhart's and at Miss Smith's with fruit salad. Mrs. Low Hamlin is spending a few days with her sister in Norfolk. Mrs. Mellie Nicholas of Suffolk spent Easter with her mother, Mrs. Celia Brown, in Berkley. Mr. W. W. Urquhart, who has been confined to bed for some days, is out again. Mrs. Wm. Gay and son, Mr. Leonard Gay, are ill at their home in Cobb Town. The Arion Circle met with Mr. McMaglone on Tuesday night. Owing to the lateness of the hour the business was deferred until next regular meeting. Mrs. Minnie Austin spent the weekend in Norfolk last week. Rev. S. W. Tims preached about the risen lord. His text was found in Revelation and the church was crowded out. Mr. Luther Sessen spent Easter in the city. The Easter exercises held at St. Luke's Church by the children were grand and were well attended. Miss Ada Urquhart spent Sunday with her aunt and sisters in Norfolk. Miss Bettie Sue Stancil spent Sunday with her sister, Mrs. Roberta Yarbor. Mrs. Mary Delk, Messrs. Henry Jones and Wiley Austin spent last Sunday in Norfolk. Mr. L. J. Walden was in the city a few hours on Thursday to see his brother, J. E. Walden. Miss Allie B. Harris spent Easter out of town. Mrs. Anna Pettie attended the marriage at Courtland of her cousin. Rev. W. R. Ashburn took tea with Miss Hallie M. Cobb on Thursday night of last week. With Mrs. Laura Hucks on Wednesday; p. m. also Miss Ada Urquhart. Mrs. Mollie Chambliss and Mrs. Mollie Urquhart entertained Rev. and S. W. Tims and Rev. W. R. Ashbu on Friday p. m., March 30. Any one desiring to secure a copy of this paper and would like to subscribe for the same, please see Master Algie B. Harrison or Mrs. Ada Urquhart. Insomnia. Indigestion nearly always disturbs the sleep more or less, and is often the cause of insomnia. Eat a light supper with little if any meat, and no milk; also take one of Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper, and see if you do not rest much better. For sale by all druggists. THE JOURNA AND GUIDE Service. as IN PR Testimonials like in near ST. ATHA WM. AUG BRU Leading Spirit in National Tailors' Convention Movement. Mr. Milton Kyle Tyson, of Greensboro, N. C., is a tailor of the first type. Though a young man, only 27, has completed Law and bears the title of L. L. B. He is a foremost young man and very prominent in politics. In discussion of public affairs he declares that we must have our political freedom and equality before the law—"We are tired of the Wilson Jim Crow politics," says Mr. Tyson. Mr. Tyson enjoys the distinction of being widely known in his home State, North Carolina, and is undoubtedly a leading man of his day. Gentlemen: "WORTH" came today very good appearance for a first Considering the distance of your the speed with which you did paper. you have made a record We make a specialty of Books, Cat Get in touch with The Guide P 713-715-717 Highland NORFO Teb He is secretary and treasurer of the State Tailors' Convention and temporary secretary and treasurer of the National Convention. All States are asked to send delegates to the State Convention to convene here in Greensboro July 4. 5. 6. 1917. North Carolina takes the lead in this progressive step. Our 200 Negro tailors will be present at the July convention here. Prominent speakers will be on the program. Raleigh tailors have promised to send a man and Thos. A. Walker, the leading clothing salesman in America, will be in attendance. It is not yet known who will be the National Chief Executive. Some think Mr. Tyson will get the honor; it is doubtful, however, whether he will give up the Secretaryship, but he is sure to be a delegate to the National Convention at Washington, D. C., on July 3, 4, 5 and 6, 1918. It was during his activity in municipal politics in 1914, that Mr. Tyson began to gain prominence. In 1916 he made several speeches in the interest of the Republican party in his home State, though a young man only 27 years of age, he is making strides toward national prominence and is well equipped for any position the people may desire to confer upon him. He is loyal to friends and just to foes. We were informed that Mr. Tyson secured prizes to the amount of $100 from the hardware and furniture merchants given away in the clean-up campaign. He also organized the Business Mon's Club and the Negro Civic League, an organization that had for its purpose the settling up of the Carnegie Library question of which Mr. Tyson was its first chairman and later its vice-president. While health officer in the Gate City (Greensboro) Mr. Tyson was highly commended by the Greensboro Daily News for wise management and perfect work in the Clean-up Campaign and he will ever be remembered by the people of this city, both white and colored, for the good work he did. Mr. Tyson has made good his time. He is liked and highly respected by everybody who knows him. In 1913 and 1914 he was city editor of the Greensboro Herald that had a wide circulation. Salisburg claims Mr. Tyson as her son. His native home is Carthage, N. C., County of Moore. Mr. Tyson does not claim to be a great speaker, but his counsel is sought in many matters of great concern and he has the ability to deliver the goods. He stands for the advancement of his race in every one of its endeavors. He is at present organizing a State Tailors' Convention and according to publication in State papers, he has a reasonable chance of victory, and according to a circular which has been widely circulated, other States are certain to follow leadership of such a liberal-minded, broad-hearted young man. Mr. Tyson who has taken the initiative in this progressive movement, the convention slated to meet in Greensboro, July 3, 4, 5 and 6, 1917. GRAND EXALTED RULR OF ELKS IN THE CITY Attorney Armond W. Scott of Washington, D. C., Grand Exalted Ruler of the L. B. P. O. Elks of the World, is in the city today and is the guest of Dr. G. Jarvis Bowens. Mr. P. H. Moody, of this city, spent the Easter holidays with his little son, Master P. H. Moody, Jr., and Messrs. J. A. Willinmson and John Lowe, of Waverly, Va. MILLE I G. Oliver.) edford, who had time, departed this Teste: JAMES V. TREHY, Clerk. By B. H. Turnbull, D. C. J. Eugene Diggs, p. q. VIRGINIA: Miss Virginia Bedford, who had been sick for some time, departed this life Friday, April 6th, and was buried Sunday, April 8th. The funeral service was conducted at the Trinity Baptist church by Rev. Cooper. There was a prize of $2.50 in gold offered by the pastor of the Loyal Street Baptist church, to any officer of the Sunday school who brought in the largest number of new pupils, and also a perfect record of the first quarter of the new year. Mr. Chalmers Barksdale, teacher of Class No. 1, was the winner of the prize, having a perfect record and bringing in 13 new scholars. Rev. Galvin has returned home after conducting a two-weeks revival meeting in Winston, N. C. He reports as having a successful meeting. meeting. Right, a teacher in Portsmouth, Va.,ldays in our city, Teste: JAMES V. TREHY, Clerk. By B. H. Turnbull, D. C. J. Eugene Diggs, p. q. anything relieved, berlain's druggist Miss Martha Wright, a teacher in the public schools of Portsmouth, Va., spent the Easter holidays in our city. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT DANVILLE (By Miss Mabel G. Oliver.) Service as well as Quality IN PRINTING Testimonials like the one below come to us in nearly every mail ST. ATHANASIUS SCHOOL WM. AUGUSTINE PERRY, PRINCIPAL BRUNSWICK, GA. "WORTH" came today and I want to congratulate you upon its very good appearance for a first time and upon your very prompt delivery. Considering the distance of your plant from us, the fact that we had no proof, the speed with which you did the work and the general appearance of the paper. you have made a record so far as "WORTH" is concerned. We make a specialty of printing School Papers, Record Books, Catalogues and Forms. Get in touch with our Service Department The Guide Publishing Co.,Inc. Norfolk, Va. Gentlemen: the guest of Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Harrison. of Gay street. Miss Dakota Williams left last week for Newark, N. J., where she will spend some time. The Loyal Street Baptist Sunday school had a very successful rally last Sunday, raising $36.34. Miss Rubenna Munford, of Richmond, Va., spent the Easter holidays in our city, the guest of Miss Mumye Hall, of Ridge street. Miss Janie Wilson and Mr. Bennie Vencent were united in marriage Sunday afternoon, April 8, at the home of the bride, after which they left the city for Greensboro, N. C., Mebane, N. C., and other points. The ceremonies were witnessed by a number of relatives and friends. Mrs. F. M. Turrentime, of Winston, N. C., spent the Easter holidays in our city, the guest of her mother, Mrs. Minnie Marable, of Doe street. Misses Lucy Inge and Cathryne Winslow left the city last week for Greensboro, where they spent the Easter holidays. We have on the sick list Messrs. Harrington, A. Cary, W. H. Harrison, and Mesdames O. V. Smith, of Ross street, and Mabel Grasty, of Gay street. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery of the City of Norfolk, on the 24th day of March, 1917. John . Thomas_____Plaintiff vs. Nannie Thomas _____ Defendant IN CHANCERY. The object of this suit is to obtain for the plaintiff, John D. Thomas, a divorce a vinculo matrimonii from the defendant, Nannie Thomas, on the grounds of adultery, and affidavit having been made that the defendant, Nannie Thomas, 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. VIRGINIA: In the Court of Law and Chancery in the City of Norfolk, on the 24th day of March, 1917. Tazewell Epps _____Plaintiff vs. Mary Elizabeth Epps_____Defendant IN CHANCERY. 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