Northwestern Bulletin-Appeal

SUCCESS ATTENDS N.A.A.C.P. MEET EXTEND VISITORS ROYAL WELCOME Established To Secure Justice and Equality to All FORTY-FIRST YEAR SUCCE EXTE SMALLER CARS TO BE FEATURED IN GOLD, GLORY RACE Sweepstakes Instituted by Sportsmen Recognized as National Auto Racing Contest. (By Harvey E. Johnson) Indianapolis, Ind., July 3.—The smallers cars will have the call when the speed merchants of the race line up for the starter's flag here at the State Fairgrounds August 8th in the running of the second annual renewal of the Gold & Glory Sweepstakes, America's premier dirt track championship auto classic in which all drivers are members of this group. Announcement was made Monday by the directors of the Indianapolis Colored Speedway that only cars up to and including 183 cubic inches piston displacement will be allowed to qualify for the race. From the record performance of the baby motors in the 500-mile event Decoration Day, it is now freely predicted that Malcolm Hannon's last year's record of 63 miles an hour is due to go by the boards. There should be speed enough on the day of days to satisfy the cravings of the most rabid fan. The Gold & Glory Sweepstakes is now a recognized national auto racing event. It was instituted last year by Messrs. Earl, Shillings, Rucker and Dunnington, nationally known sportsmen, in an effort to give the young men of the group the opportunity to build and race cars of their own, since our boys are practically barred from all the big speed events throughout the country. Their success in giving the boys their one big chance is attested by the fact that almost overnight such names as Hannon, Buckner, Simmons, Carter, Jeffries and Wallace were flashed into Speedway records. The winner's time (Hannon's), was the fastest turned in on a dirt track. Another feature was the fact that during the running of the race not a single spectator in the huge crowd was injured nor did a fatality occur among the fifteen competing speed demons. The biggest feature of the event was the fact that sports fans the country over were quick to recognize the importance of the race as a splendid outdoor entertainment. 3,000 persons from all parts of the country joined with 9,000 local and state auto fans in making up a crowd, the largest mixed affair ever witnessed in Indianapolis. Anticipating the large number of out-of-town people who plan to make a holiday of Saturday, August 8th, to witness the running of the race this year, the directors have placed reserved seats on sale at the headquarters, 401½ W. Michigan Street. Requests for seats by mail will be speedily handled. Notice Race Car Owners. Entry blanks to the big Gold & Glory Classic are now ready for mailing. Inquiries should be addressed to O. E. Schilling, Secretary and Treasurer, Indianapolis Colored Speedway, 401½ W. Michigan St., Indianapolis, Ind. Remember, only cars of 183 cubic inch piston displacement or under will be permitted to qualify. 200 "U" COURSES CAN BE STUDIED AT HOME The University of Minnesota, with its home study courses, is doing much to equalize the educational opportunities of those who can and who cannot attend college. Two hundred university courses are now available through the Correspondence Study department and the list is being added to from time to time. Los Angeles—Negotiations were completed for a ten-round bout, August 15, between George Godfrey and Harry Wills, heavyweights. --- National Negro Business League To Hold 26th Annual Meet Aug.19-21 Tuskegee Institute, Ala., July 3.—Oklahoma Hospitality promises to set a new high mark in the entertainment of the National Negro Business League which meets in Tulsa, August 19, 20 and 21 for the Twenty-sixth Annual Session. In a report to Dr. Robert R. Moton, President of the National League, Dr. D. W. Crawford, President of the Tulsa Local League, announces that among the entertainment features which have been planned is a mammoth parade on the afternoon of the 20th when the Agricultural and Industrial resources of the State of Oklahoma will be fittingly exhibited. Prizes amounting to $100.00 will be awarded for the best floats. On the afternoon of the 21st the delegates will be taken to Bristow where they will have the opportunity of witnessing the shooting of an oil well. Each day there will be aeroplane flights by Mr. Simon Berry, a member of the Tulsa Local League who owns his own plane. On Saturday, the day following the closing of the League, the dele- Popular St.Paul Woman Becomes Duluthians Bride One of the most prettily appointed home weddings of the month was solemnized Monday evening when Miss Mae Louise Graves, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Taylor, 988 Iglehart Ave., became the bride of Mr. William A. Porter of Duluth, Minn. The home was appropriately decorated with flowers, oak leaves and ferns. Promptly at eight-thirty Mrs. Dudley Smith, who presided at the piano, began playing the wedding march. Mrs. J. H. Dillingham, one of the matrons of honor, headed the procession. She wore a gown of lavender georgette crepe, embroidered with gold and cerise, and carried a bouquet of baby breath. Next came Mrs. J. E. Glass, the other matron of honor, who wore orchid georgette trimmed in silk lace, and carried a bouquet of baby breath and fern. Then followed Miss Florence Robinson, the maid of honor, who wore a gown of blue georgette crepe with accordion pleated panels and carried a bouquet of roses, carnations and baby breath. Then came the bride, whose gown was of lavender crepe de chene, trimmed in Chantilly lace. She wore a string of genuine Richelieu pearls, and carried a shower bouquet of white roses and lilies of the valley. Mrs. Alexander Taylor, mother of the bride, and the Mr. Walter Root, uncle, completed the procession. The bride joined the groom at an improvised altar arched and banked with oak leaves and fern, above which hung a huge bell. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. H. Griffin. Immediately following the ceremony the wedding reception was held. The newly-weds were the recipients of many useful and beautiful presents. They will reside in Duluth. Kansas City, Mo. — Mrs. Lola Lawrence and Elmer Jackson were married here June 22nd. NOTED EDUCATOR DIES; TEACHER FOR 20 YEARS St. Louis, Mo.—Peter H. Clark, for twenty years a teacher at Sumner High School, this city, passed away last week at the home of his daughter, Mrs. John S. Nesbit, with whom he resided. Mr. Clark had reached the advanced age of 96 and until recently enjoyed reasonable health and mental vigor. He was re- ST. PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., SATURDAY, JULY 4, 1925 gates will be the guests of the city of Muskogee. The Federation of Colored Women's Clubs at Tulsa is arranging a series of entertainments and receptions for the visiting ladies. The Tulsa Local League is negotiating for the 10th Cavalry Band which will be a feature of the week's exercises. In addition to that, band concerts will be given by the High School Band from Oklahoma City. Governor M. E. Trapp of Oklahoma and Mayor H. F. Newblock of Tulsa, will deliver welcome addresses on Wednesday afternoon when Dr. Moton delivers his annual address. Albon L. Holsey, Secretary of the National Negro Business League, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, is in receipt of a communication from Bryant A. Hammond, Chicago, Illinois, Transportation Agent of the League, that he is negotiating with the Southwestern Passenger Association for reduced rates on account of the session. From inquiries which have been received by the Secretary, every indication points to a record breaking attendance at the Tulsa meeting. Terpsichorean Art Teacher Makes Hit "The Enchanted Garden," a spectacular fairy play, was presented by the children of St. Philip's Church under the direction of Mrs. Freda Jackson, in St. Philip's Guild Hall, Tuesday evening. The little folks who participated in the cast were: Bella Lee, as Rose Queen; David Hall, as King Bee, and a chorus of children representing pansies and other flowers. Gypsy dance by Vivian Neil; dance specialty by Laura Hall and Walter Crump; Bessie McCracken as Herold. Music by Walter Minor and Margaret Beniamia. The entire affair was creditably rendered by the little folks, which bespeaks the painstaking preparation by Mrs. Jackson, who is the author of the spectacle and designer of costumes, as well as instructor. Under the tutelage of Mrs. Jackson the children were well trained. "The Enchanted Garden" is worthy of repetition. Member of K.C.Call Staff Visitor Here Mr. Roy Wilkins arrived in the Twin Cities this week from Kansas City, Mo., for a short visit with relatives and friends. Mr. Wilkins is on the staff of the Kansas City Call as a columnist and feature writer. He is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where he specialized in journalism. While here he is stopping with his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Williams, 906 Gaultier St. Unfortunately he has been confined to his room the greater part of the time since his arrival, suffering from a slight indisposition. He was a caller at the Bulletin-Appeal office, where he at one time served as editor. We trust that he will soon be able to participate in the social functions his friends contemplate arranging for him before returning to the Missouri city. Peter H. Clark was long a resident of Cincinnati, Ohio, where he taught in the public schools for thirty-seven years, and for many years of that time was principal of Gaines High School. He attained a high standard as an educator. He was a contemporary of Langston, George Vashon, Isaiah and John Mitchell, L. W. Minor and other early race graduates from Oberlin College. TENNIS EXPERT ESPOUSES FINE SPORT FOR RACE Mr. Edgar G. Brown, former national tennis champion, 1922-23, was a caller at the Bulletin-Appeal office last week. Mr. Brown is taking a trip from New York through the West, with the idea of promoting the scientific, modern, driving game of tennis as played by the internationals and great American players like Tilden and Richards, in the belief that if we can produce a De Hart Hubbard we can also win the tennis championship. Mr. Brown states that tennis is a game that can be played by anyone from the age of 7 to 70, and one of the best women players in the country is past 60 and has been playing the game for 40 years. You can start at any age, because head work means a great deal in tennis as well as physical ability. The great advantage of starting young is that it is a game which you can never perfect—one always has something else yet to learn. It is essentially a lady's and gentleman's game. The idea is to win, but not at the expense of taking an ungentlemanly or unladylike advantage of your opponent. It promotes true sportsmanship. It inspires one to keep physically fit, and consequently to lead a clean, wholesome life, going to bed early, eating and sleeping properly and thinking properly. Mr. Brown stated that too much interest has heretofore been taken in the purely social side of tennis, with not enough emphasis on the scientific aspect of the game. It is gratifying to note in the Northwest, the great interior of our country, that the leaders in the newspaper world, the Urban League and other public spirited institutions, and leaders of movements, are giving their time to help the young people and others to take up this very captivating game. Nothing probably will do more to promote the general racial development along physical, mental and spiritual lines. It keeps the men physically fit and helps the ladies to retain their youthful appearance. There are some 89 clubs among our group throughout the United States, all members of the American Tennis Association, the National body, and last year, at the National in Baltimore, between three and four thousand people came from all parts of the country to see the finals of the national championship. Only a week ago at Wilberforce University, a lad of 17, who had played only three or four years, won the Midwestern championship, with four or five of the leading colored players present. Mr. E. R. Simmons, the winner, is a product of the Linden Community Center of Dayton, Ohio, of which Miss Gertrude M. Brown, now head resident of Phyllis Wheatley House, Minneapolis, was directress. WOMAN TO CONDUCT SPIRITUAL MEETINGS Mme. Minnie Fisher of St. Louis is now visiting St. Paul, Minn., and will hold a series of Spiritual Meetings, demonstrating spirit return. Come and commune with the Spirit World and be healed in both body and mind. Come and accept the truth, and it will make you free. Mme. Fisher is also a teacher of mediumship and spiritual healing. The series of meetings will begin Monday evening, July 6, at the Henrietta Hotel, 503 Rondo Street. No admission. Hours—seven to nine each evening in week except Saturday. LOCAL DELEGATE MAKES OPEN STATEMENT OF BIG NATIONAL CONVENTION To the Editor of the Bulletin-Appeal: In starting my report about the conference which I have just attended in Denver, I think it would be ungrateful not to say a word about the noble women in the St. Paul Branch who worked so earnestly to make it possible for me to go. I want them to feel that I thoroughly appreciate the effort which they made, and allow me to say the successful effort. I am sure that next year we shall be sending some one else, and I for one will take off my coat and work towards that end. I arrived in Denver on Wednesday morning, the opening of the association. I found about 125 delegates present, representing 28 states. The representatives were men and women of national reputations, both white and colored. The very first speech, perhaps of note, was delivered by Mr. Charles Edward Russell of New York (white), editor and publisher and a man of national reputation. The keynote of his speech was that social equality among the races was what the N. A. A. C. P. stands for, and he said that it would surely come. This was quite a surprise to the great audience who heard it, and it was headlined in all of the daily papers, and strange to say, some very favorable editorials were written on it. Following him was Mrs. Florence Kelley of New York, who voiced the same sentiments. Dr. Du Bois arrived the next day from California and spoke in the evening at one of the large meetings. His speech was a masterpiece and he held the great audience spellbound for more than an hour. Then on Sunday Mr. James Weldon Johnson spoke to an audience of 10,000 people in the auditorium. His speech was also a masterly effort and it was well received by that great throng of people. There were many other speeches which were of great importance, but space will not allow me to enumerate them all. Those of you who have seen a program will notice that the St. Paul Branch representative was on the program for two addresses. However, I could not hope to cope with these men who were national figures. In my address on Friday—subject, "The Open Forum as a Means of Branch Interest," I think I well represented the Branch, judging from the favorable discussion afterwards. I found that we were the only branch which maintained a regular forum. It was agreed that that would be the best means of keeping up the interest in the community and maintaining the membership in the different branches. The Detroit Branch, which is one of the largest branches in the country, headed by Dr. Bradby of that city, said they were going to put the forum idea into force immediately upon their return. I was very much surprised and pleased, just after my talk, to have handed to me a letter from the Bulletin-Appeal pledging their support to the National Conference and assuring them that the paper was always ready to champion their cause. This was the only Negro newspaper that was thoughtful enough to send in such a letter. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Howell on his advanced ideas of business along this line. This was favorably commented upon by the national officers and it aroused quite an interest in the Bulletin-Appeal. The whole conference was beyond my expectations. I did not imagine there were so many noted men and women connected with the association; men like Senator Wheeler, Senator Dyer and Clarence Darrow. These men came and delivered their addresses and some of them even stayed through the entire convention, attending all social functions and carrying out the spirit which was first presented—social equality among the races. There were no wallflowers, for the men and women of the different races mingled freely, even at- 9 Dr. Valdo Turner tending the picnics given at Colorado Springs. The association is covering a large field. It is the biggest organization of this country along social lines, working among our people, and it has gathered in these men and women of such note that it is assured a place in the world forever. It is having tremendous influence, more than we even imagine. There is one other man I wish to mention—Mr. J. Seligmann, who is the publicity man of the association. He is the man who has been putting over all of this publicity which has appeared in the magazines and newspapers during the past few years concerning colored people. He is a newspaper man of note and knows how to go about it. He is regularly employed by the association. He was at this meeting and mingled freely with the delegates at the business and social functions. There is one other thing I wish to mention which was brought out very clearly in the convention and which will be the policy of all the branches during this year, and that is, the officers who have been elected on the different boards and failed to function will be dismissed and others elected in their stead. The time has come when it is an honor to be elected to one of these boards, even the local branches. The people in Denver did themselves proud to entertain the delegates of this convention. The homes were thrown open and they received us with the greatest of hospitality possible to human beings, and it was the general opinion of the delegates that they would like to have seen the convention go on indefinitely. The people in Denver have some wonderful homes and many of them are successful business men and women. In summing up this report, allow me to say that the general opinion of the officers of the National Association is that the conditions are getting better and that the outlook for the Negro in this country is brighter than ever before. Quoting Mr. Charles Edward Russell in his address, he said "That social equality and the full rights of the Negro would be just as sure to come as God reigns, because the principles for which we are striving are right." He also said "Our fight was a spiritual fight and that the enemy of the Negro was using carnal methods and by that he would die." Respectfully submitted, VAL D TURNER, M. D. TORNADO KILLS MAN, RIPS SHOES FROM FEET England, Ark., June 25.—A small tornado Monday killed Charles Duncan, his horse, and damaged property in this vicinity to the extent of several thousands of dollars. Duncan was riding homeward when the lightning struck. His shoes were torn from his feet and his body was thrown for several feet. MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Shop Every Week in the Bulletin- Appeal The Dependable Medium PRICE: FIVE CENTS MEET COME NOTED SPEAKERS SOUND KEY-NOTE OF CITIZENSHIP With 125 delegates from 28 states in attendance and an audience of 1,200 crowding the Zion Baptist Church, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People opened its sixteenth annual conference, with an address of welcome from Mayor Benjamin F. Stapleton, letters of greeting from President Coolidge, Senator Lawrence C. Phipps of Colorado, Moorfield Storey, president of the N. A. A. C. P.; J. E. Spingarn, Mary White Ovington and many other organizations and individuals. Charles Edward Russell, noted author and publicist, one of the founders of the N. A. A. C. P., delivered the keynote address and, amid thunderous applause, demanded for the American Negro full and absolute social equality, whatever the consequences might be. Mr. Russell hailed the advent of the new Negro who had grown up under the protection and encouragement of the N. A. A. C. P., a colored man entirely different from any traditional figure, who refused to cringe, but who would insist upon having all his rights and who would be satisfied with nothing less. Mr. Russell pointed out that the denial of "social equality" was merely a means of denying to the Negro what was rightfully his. "I want the Constitution of the United States to mean something," he declared, "or I want it to mean nothing. Recently a group of gentlemen called upon President Coolidge and complained that the Eighteenth Amendment, the Prohibition June 23, 1925. Dr. Valdo Turner, Convention Headquarters, N. A. A. C. P. Denver, Colo. Dear Doctor Turner: For the benefit of the people of this section interested in the N. A. A. C. P. and the convention now assembled at Denver, would it be too much trouble for you to con- vey to that body the congratula- tions and well wishes of its loyal supporters resident in this section of the Northwest, where, perhaps, racial discrimination and race prejudice are much lower than in any other part of this country. Notwithstanding this fact, we are unselfishly in hearty accord with the members of the race who are affected and feel the sting of civic and social oppression in the South and elsewhere. The Bulletin-Appeal, ever alert to champion the cause of the race for justice and right, desires to add its good offices to those of our citizens and wish you Godspeed. Your for the race, O. HOWELL, Publisher. Amendment, was not being enforced. Those very gentlemen opened the door to the violation of that amendment by permitting flagrant violation of the 14th and 15th Amendments to go on for years. "I want full and absolute social equality for the American Negro for that is the only way in which the Constitution can be made sacred. And I am willing to accept the consequences of that social equality whatever they may be." Mr. Russell also urged upon colored people that they unite in their own cause. "If I agree with a man about nothing else, I will walk hand in hand with him to achieve our common objectives," he declared. He predicted eventual victory for the N. A. A. C. P. saving: "We will leave to the 'superior' white man his guns and battleships, his poison gas and airplanes. Our weapons are not those of the body. They are not carnal weapons. Our weapons are those of (Continued on page 2) Page 2 The Northwestern Bulletin- Appeal AN INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPER ed Weekly, in the Interest of the American Negro Bulletin-Appeal Publishing Co. The Oldest Negro Newspaper in the Northwest. Established in 1885. Block Phone: Garfield 2075. 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Entered as second-class matter February 20, 1922, at the postoffice at St. Paul, Minn., under the Act of March 3, 1879. Notice—Editors may use any non-copyrighted matter in this paper by giving The Bulletin-Apeal credit for the same.—The Publisher. Entered as second-class matter February 20, 1922, at the postoffice at St. Paul, Minn., under the Act of March 3, 1879. Notice—Editors may use any non-copyrighted matter in this paper by giving The Bulletin-Appeal credit for the same.—The Publisher. "Do the day's work"—Calvin Coolidge. have not all one Father; hath not one God or deal treacherously every man against his be the covenant of our fathers? (Malachi ii, 10) Have we not all one Father; hath not one God created us? Why do we deal treacherously every man against his brother, and profane the covenant of our fathers? (Malachi ii. 10.) THE FOURTH OF JULY independence of the United States is interwo important events. The events, starting with where Crispus Attucks and twenty brave An of British bullets, awakened an outraged action, resulting in open hellion and the g The independence of the United States is interwoven around several important events. The events, starting with the Boston massacre, where Crispus Attucks and twenty brave Americans fell under a rain of British bullets, awakened an outraged public conscience to action, resulting in open rebellion and the gathering at Carpenter's Hall, Philadelphia, where the first and second Continental oCngress were held. The first Congress assembled Sept. 5, 1774. It was on this occasion that Patrick Henry, already famous for his utterances of defiance of the King of England, "struck the key-note of the union" by declaring, "I am not a Virginian, but an American." The second Continental Congress met in Carpenter's Hall, May 10, 1775, just twenty days after the battle of Lexington, which was the beginning of the war of the revolution. This was the Congress that adopted and signed the Declaration of Independence, July 4, 1776. This precious document held society in a pact, embodying the rights of the individual and guaranteed protection of life and property. This was all that kept the fabric of the American nation together during the bitter conflict that ended with the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown, Va., Oct. 19, 1781. Indeed, it was sufficient to carry us safely until 1787, when the Federal Constitution superseded it, six years after the war ended. The Federal Constitution was planned by delegates, fifty-two in all, appointed by the people and assembled for the purpose in the year 1787. The Constitution was then adopted by a vote of the people and it has been in force for more than a century and a third. The people conceived and brought forth a government—a Republic, not a pure democracy or an autocracy. An Autocracy is a state wherein absolute unlimited power is vested in one person. A pure Democracy is a state in which the people exercise the powers of sovereignty, directly. A Republic is a state in which the exercise of the sovereign power is lodged in representatives, elected by the people The American people made the Constitution, and this Republic, with their votes. Whether we agree with the Constitution, or are ignorant of it, it is still in force. It is written around one principle, the security of man's individual rights. While the people are the source of sovereignty, they have conferred the exercise of powers of government upon the President, the Congress, and the Judiciary (their representatives). In view of the evils, the misunderstandings and great unrest of the present hour, when the Ship of State is being rocked by white robed and white hooded fanatics, and aliens, the American people should turn to the Constitution and study it as never before. It has worked well for humanity and if rightly followed will continue to work well. The justice and equity of its principles and plan safeguard the present and vouchsafes the future. While the rights of citizenship have come to the colored people after years of servitude in legalized bondage, through whatever cause, they should realize that the further continuance of the security of those rights, and a fuller enjoyment of the same, rests upon the sacred observation of the Constitution by the American people. By showing our appreciation for the Declaration of Independence—the forerunner of the Constitution—we command the respect of every true American. We should therefore enter into the spirit of the celebration of the 4th of July, which marks the anniversary of the adoption and signing of the Declaration of Independence. DRIFTING Each succeeding June brings an object lesson to the notice of race leaders. We are confronted with the problem of providing employment for the thousands of young men and women, suitable for their needs, who are graduated from our schools and colleges. Aside from talking the matter over, without taking definite action, the situation remains unchanged. These young people in whom we have pretended to have an interest during student days are left to do the best they can for themselves—left to drift. We who have been forced at an early age to face the world, unprepared for contact, know the bitterness of an unpleasant and unprofitable experience before being able to find a place whereby we could earn by honest endeavor an existence and become sustaining. Why not save these young people this wastage by making the way easier for them? Too much attention is given to social functions and not any to economic matters. We are accused by our enemies of being a child race, imitative, indolent, unable to take the initiative and unwilling to assume responsibility. Are we to continue to allow such an indictment to stand after being out of bondage for over sixty years? Are we to continue to be a race of supplicant beggars? News reports from Culpepper, Va., reveals the information that William Slaughter, 79, refused to accept the terms under the emancipation proclamation and has remained the loyal servant of W. D. Colvin. The two attend all Confederate reunions together. He just couldn't leave "Ole Marse and de white folks." The only comment we have to make about "Uncle Billy" is, that we would like to hear an oration on his "love affair" delivered jointly by those two master eulogists—W. Monroe Trotter and Harry C. Smith. "Lord have mercy." The world is in a sorry state today. Nations are selfish and distrustful; society stands divided into classes and groups that are kept apart by suspicion, intolerance and racial hatred. Let humanity never forget the awfulness of war. The hope of the world depends upon the right kind of leadership—a leadership that is broad, just, and righteous. When a man goes to sleep on his job, don't wake him; just give the job to somebody already awake. Ira Aldridge was born about the year 1800 in Senegal, West Africa, the son of a prince of the Fulah tribe. Owing to civil war resulting from the humane views he entertained relative to the practice of selling slaves, his grandfather, who was chief of the tribe, was murdered together with his family and attendants. One son only survived, who, under the protection of a missionary, fled to America. This son was the father of the subject of this sketch. He was educated and trained as a minister of the Gospel and accomplished some distinction in this profession. But still restless and anxious for his truition and freshly inspired to again rule and propagate the religion he had embraced, he married an American Negro woman and returned to Africa. Civil war resulted from his endeavors, his adherents were defeated and again he fled for his life. At this crisis Ira Aldridge was born and for nine years lived concealed with his fugitive parents in Africa. They escaped to America and the education of the son began. His youth was spent in Bel-Air, near Baltimore, and among the Germans of western Maryland, where he learned to speak the German language with fluency. Although intended for the ministry, the boy was from the beginning "dazzled and fascinated by the stage." Early he studied the part of Rolla in Pizarro and ventured in amateur performance with a Negro cast. Later he haunted the old Chatham Theater in New York City, nightly taking his stand behind the "wings," having secured entree through some trivial service. But his father, unable to reconcile the stage with the ministry, bundled him off to Schemendy College for his theological studies. Thence he was sent to Glasgow University, where, incidentally, he achieved a notable scholastic record, winning several honors and a medal for Latin composition. He met the renowned Edmund Keen, an eminent actor, who became interested in him and abetted his zeal to become an actor. In 1826, after a long struggle against the barriers to his color, he made his first appearance in Othello at the Royalty Theater, London. He made a decided impression and his acceptance was immediate and enthusiastic. Thence to coburg to a theater of higher standard. Encouraged, he added to his repertoire "Oroonoko," the story of a royal slave, and that of "The Slave," in which he took the part of Gambia, and other lighter productions. His rapid rise made obligatory further study and preparation. He withdrew for awhile, and when he returned he toured all of the important cities of the British Isles. Without exception he was given the most flattering reception. Dublin alone persisted against his color. At his own expense he went and convinced the managers, performed, and was acclaimed a great sensation. It was then that his friend and benefactor, Edmund Keen, served him well. In Ireland Keen played Iago to his Othello, and he Abaon to Keen's Oronoko. Later he appeared on the continent. It is said that the King of Prussia, William the first, was so deeply impressed with his role of Othello at Berlin that he sent him a letter of congratulation and conferred upon him the title of Chevalier. The absence of an English troupe forced him to play with German actors. Many expected to be convulsed with laughter when they learned that Iago and Desdemona would reply to him in German. Those who counted on this were deceived. He proved to be a master of their own language and completely captured his audience by his harmonious and resonant voice, and by a style full of simplicity and natural dignity. In speaking of this performance a prominent critic said: "For the first time we have a tragic hero talk and walk like common mortals, without declamations and without exaggerated gestures. We forgot that we were in a theatre, and followed the drama as if it had been a real transaction." He played Shylock and portrayed unusual dramatic power, "painted and tricked out for the stage, he passed very well for the Jew that Shakespeare drew." His triumphs were universal, Russia, France and in America. In France he was the associate of the literati, among whom was Alexander Dumas, who affectionately hailed him as "mon confere." He received the medal of arts and sciences from the Emperor of Germany. In Russia the Emperor conferred the Cross of Leopold upon him, and at Berne he was given a Maltese cross. Strange as it may seem the American critics accepted him most kindly and with utter disregard of his color. The New York first prize of that was "Aside from the role on which his fame rests he took leading parts in large plays, some serious and others light." He was twice married, his first wife was an English woman, the second a Swedish Baroness. There were two daughters, both of whom became a musician of note and a collector of folk songs. He died August 7th, 1867, at Lodz, Poland, as he was making preparations to fill a new American engagement. He was given a great civic funeral. The decorations that he had received from monarchs were borne on a State cushion. Ira Aldrich attained the heights in a great and noble profession. The race with all its advantages of present day civilization has had none to whom it could point as a likely successor. Perhaps this is due to the change of public taste for lighter diversion and the desire to be amused. This is a condition to be deplored but an evidence that civilization has reached a stage of decadence and becoming mentally and morally weaker. Gleanings From Our Exchanges Each year for the past ten years, one person of African descent, who, in the opinion of those appointed to act as judges, has attained the highest achievement of the year, has been awarded the Spingarn Medal. In this group who have already received these medals we find scientists, literary men, musicians, an editor, an actor, a soldier and a club woman. That these persons have reflected credit on the race is beyond all question of doubt, but as for the noble achievement, is not the work of making jobs for colored boys and girls a noble one? Without some means of livelihood we'd soon become objects of charity—a race of paupers. The colored business men and women are doing their bit toward preventing such a condition by creating jobs. It is a noble work. The man who creates even one job for a colored boy or girl has achieved something worth while, the man who creates many should certainly be worthy of serious consideration. We nominate no one, but we do suggest that the commercial world be scanned for the next set of candidates.—The Chicago Bee. Florida is said to have abolished the use of the lash in prison farms because of the amount of unfavorable publicity which followed the death of a white convict in one of them last year. Likewise, it is attempting to eliminate peonage following a stormy session of several grand juries which have been investigating several complaints. Isn't it strange that the fair names of Southern states become precious when some of the evil practices in them become the property of the public? It would seem that some of the care at restoring these names would be taken to maintain them unsullied.—The Dallas Express. The struggle which the average Negro business man experiences in keeping the business going is of little concern. The tendency of the ingrates seem to be to have a good time, draw money for the rendering of thoroughly inefficient service and let the boss get by the best way he can. The only time these individuals can exhibit an air of promptness is when they appear at the pay window on pay day to take down their salary and in ten minutes after the attitude is one of indifference for another such time. Negro business concerns are going to continue to fail just so long as it is necessary to employ these dishonest, indifferent young Negroes to assist in operating them.—The East Tenn. News. Americanization Series IRA ALDRIDGE—TRAGEDIAN he was born about the year 1800 in Sienna, once of the Fulah tribe. Owing to civil war he was entertained relative to the practice that who was chief of the tribe, was murdered and dents. One son only survived, who united to America. This son was the father, educated and trained as a minister of the Oral instruction in this profession. But still remained freshly inspired to regain rule and prophecy he married an American Negro woman, who resulted from his endeavors, his adherence for his life. Ira Aldridge was born and for nine year parents in Africa. They escaped to America. His youth was spent in Bel-Air Germans of western Maryland, where he usage with fluency. Although intended, at the beginning "dazzled and fascinated the part of Rolla in Pizarro and venture Negro cast. Later he haunted the old day, nightly taking his stand behind the through some trivial service. But his faith with the ministry, bundled him off to Social studies. Thence he was sent to Italy, he achieved a notable scholastic ree medal for Latin composition. He met an important actor, who became interested in an actor. After a long struggle against the barriers, appearance in Othello at the Royalty The impression and his acceptance was immediated to a theater of higher standard. Entrée "Oroonoko," the story of a royal slave took the part of Gambia, and other life made obligatory further study and preparation and when he returned to tourled all Isles. Without exception he was given almine alone persisted against his color. A convinced the managers, and was then that his friend and benefactor, Ed Ireland Keen played Iago to his Othello. Later he appeared on the continent, at the King of Prussia, William the first role of Othello at Berlin that he seceded upon him the title of Chewau forced him to play with German actor, and with laughter when they learned that he to be a master of their own language by his harmonious and resonant voice and natural dignity. Of this performance a prominent critic seen a tragic hero talk and walk like a theatre, and followed the drama as if it played Shylock and portrayed unusual out for the stage, he passed very well. As were universal, Russia, France and the associate of the literati, among which scienties from the Emperor of Germany and the Cross of Leopold upon him, andross, Strange as it may seem the American and with utter disregard of his color that: "Aside from the role on which he is in a large stock of plays, some serious he married, his first wife was an English woman. There were two daughters, both musician of note and a collector of folklore, at Lodz, Poland, as he was making a engagement. He was given a great chance he had received from monarchs were attained the heights in a great and noble advantages of present day civilization, point as a likely successor. Perhaps this taste for lighter diversion and the desire to be deplored but an evidence that of decadence and becoming mentally and NOMINATIONS ARE IN ORDER for the past ten years, one person the opinion of those appointed to achieve the highest achievement of the year, had medal. In this group who have already scientists, literary men, musicians and a club woman. The persons have reflected credit on one of doubt, but as for the noble achaking jobs for colored boys and girls means of livelihood we'd soon be THE NORTHWESTERN-BULLISH APPEAL Letters to the Editor To the Editor of the Bulletin-Appeal: Six months ago, Gopher Lodge No. 105 and Ames Lodge No. 106, Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World, made up their minds to entertain Hon. J. Finley Wilson, Grand Exalted Ruler of the order, in the city of St. Paul. To accomplish this, meant much expense. They formed a joint committee to give a series of entertainments to finance the affair. Every entertainment was a huge financial success. We were not only able to bring our Grand Exalted Ruler here, but we had a goodly sum to go into the treasury of Gopher and Ames lodges. We attribute our success, in a large measure to the valuable service of the Bulletin-Appeal. And I take this means in thanking you for the manner in which you handled the publicity end of it. We are extremely fortunate in having such a paper in our city and I want you to know, that the Elks of the Twin Cities appreciate the service of your valuable paper. Yours very truly, J. LOUIS ERVIN, General Chairman of the Joint Committee, Gopher and Ames Lodges. ST. PAUL BAPTIST NOTES Our revival meetings are progressing with large attendance and six additions up to Tuesday night. The preaching by Rev. Collins of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is fine and fiery. Sam Jones said "The crust between St. Louis and hell is mighty thin." When I was crossing West Central Ave. one day this week where they had dug down a little, a representative of the Bulletin-Appeal said to me: "Look out, your feet will get burned." I don't suppose he meant any reflection on St. Paul. But in all seriousness, hell is a much worse place than the people who are going there think it is. St. Paul holds a revival occasionally to warn them. Our financial report shows $1,400 raised for the quarter ending June 30. Our debt is reducing rapidly. Let us be faithful in a few things, that we may be made rulers over many. REV. T. J. CARR, Pastor. Y. W. C. A. NOTES The Saturday evening etiquette class closed for the summer with a party Saturday evening. Chaperones were Mrs. John Webb, Mrs. Floretta Artis, Mrs. Zula Tandy and Miss Gladys Crane. The Squirrels gave a party Monday evening, June 29. Those chaperoning were Mrs. Gladys James, Mrs. Sam Wright, Mrs. Coram and Miss Hazel Wigington. The Aldrich Masquers will give a style review July 14 at the "Y," with a program following the review. The program will consist of a toe dance by Mrs. Freda Jackson, eccentric dancing by Mr. Eugene Jackson, a dance by Mrs. Jackson's dancing class, reading by Miss Kathryn Tandy and musical numbers by DeQuince Jordan's Orchestra. The doll dressmaking class was well attended last Wednesday, despite the bad weather. Sixteen little girls were present with their dolls, needles and thread. There will be a play hour every afternoon during July and August. All children are welcome at the "Y." Our library circulation is increasing rapidly. We have a large number of new books both for adults and juveniles. Save a trip downtown and come over and use our library. Library days are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, Miss Hazel Wigington in charge. Visitors at the "Y" during the week were Miss Winston of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Mrs. Harry Walker of Spokane, Wash; Mrs Susan B. Evans, Mrs. Marie Coles, Mrs. Watts and Mrs. Wilson, and Miss Mary Elgy of Manila, Iowa. The Squirrels had an election of officers Monday. The officers are Rachel James, president; Silene Wakefield, vicepresident; Bernice Towles, secretary; Mildred Wigington, treasurer; Miss Hazel Wigington, adviser. BORDER M. E. CHURCH Fourth Ave. No. and Lyndale Ave. No., Minneapolis. Services every Sabbath at 11 a. m. and 8 P. M. Sunday School 12:30 p. m. Prayer meeting at 8 p. m. Miss Ethel L. Smith, world-wide evangelist, will speak Sunday evening at 8 p. m., beginning an evangelistic drive at the Border M. E. Church. The general public is invited to visit our meetings. MRS. C. M. CLARK. CARD OF THANKS I wish to express my appreciation and thanks for the sympathy shown by relatives, Friends and neighbors for the beautiful floral tributes during the illness and death of my beloved husband, Robert J. Sayles, and especially to the Rev. H. C. Parsons. E. L. Fuller, O. A. Lawrence, Mr. Storrs and the quartette I extend my thanks. MRS. ROBERT SAYLES. The Short Saturday Sermon (The Bulletin-Appeal has arranged with the Undenominational Press Association whereby it will publish each week Saturday Short Sermons prepared by the clergy and also religious editorials from newspapers and other publications (By Rev. Isaac White, A. M. E., N. Y.) . . . All that is highest and best in human life is an expression of God. The only limit to man's likeness to God is the limit that he sets to his own striving to possess and express truth, justice, beauty, and love. . . It has been urged that in order to understand life, to make the most of it, we must find and follow God's program. No one can say for any individual case what that program may be. It varies, in its detail, but the clue to its discovery lies in the fact that it is concerned with the realization of human values in life. The man who makes these his chief interest and affairs is on the way to find his place in God's program. This is what Jesus did. In example and in teaching he is the unsurpassed guide along the road of human approach to God. . . The relation of physical uprightness to moral HURON, S. DAK. NEWS Mesdames Carrie Warren, Mary Meyers, Bessie Harding, Marguerite Abbott and Harrison of Brookings, S. Dak., were Sunday visitors at the home of Mrs. I. C. Thomas. Carl Edwards left Thursday for Peoria, Ill., to work for Mr. Tyler, who was formerly manager of the new Marvin Hughitt Hotel. Ernest Sims, who has been on the sick list several weeks, is out again BISMARCK NEWS Mr. and Mrs. H. Washington and Mrs. Nettie Fields of Huron, S. Dak., arrived in Mandan this week, where they intend to make their home. Mr. Fields is expected soon. Fred Wright, formerly of this city has lately returned to make his home at the state pen. Highway robbery was said to be the motive. Madames Garrison and Spriggs left Saturday for Jamestown. It is reported that they are to spend the week-end at the Holiness Camp Meeting. The fact than an insane asylum is located there should be no reflection upon their rather sudden departure. "Happy" Hutton, the victim of an aeroplane accident six months ago, not only upset the town, but also challenged the anti-ghost theory by appearing in the flesh—and also a roadster. It's hard to keep a good man down even if he is buried. Mr. James Garrison and niece, Miss Thompson, visited the renowned Custer Flats south of Mandan Sunday afternoon. SUMMER SCHOOL OF ST. PETER CLAYER OPENS The summer school of St. Peter Claver Church, Aurora and Farrington, opens Monday with sixty children enrolled, -to extend through July and August. Many more are coming in every day. The hours are from 9 to 11 every morning, and the tuition is five cents per week for each child. The following courses will be given: Home Training Demonstration, Miss Leah Minor, director; Hortense Oden, assistant; Kindergarten, Mrs. George Hamilton; Calisthenics, Attorney Hamilton and Dr. E. S. Weber; Sewing, Mrs. Lee Sheets, Mrs. Willa Cotton, assistant; Hôme Economics, Jeska Oden; Domestic Science (Boys' Class), Mrs. Prezilla Jackson. All children are cordially invited. WASHINGTON TEACHER MINNEAPOLIS VISITOR Mrs. Bessie S. DeVaughn, wife of Attorney Geo. G. DeVaughn, arrived in the city last week from Washington, D. C., her former home, to which city she returned last fall to resume her duties as one of the teachers in Simmons public school. Mrs. DeVaughn has been teaching in the public schools of that city for several years, and is regarded as a very efficient and thorough teacher. She expresses herself as being happy to return to the Mill City after an absence of nine months. She now concedes Minneapolis to be a more beautiful city than Washington. Her many friends who made it pleasant for her last summer will be pleased to welcome her back to this city. N. A. A. C. P. CONFERENCE (Continued from page 1) spirit, and with them by the living God we cannot fail." George W. Gross, President of the Denver branch of the N. A. A. C. P., delivered the welcome in behalf of that branch. Message from Colonel J. E. Spingarn, Treasurer of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and Donor of the Spingarn Medal, to the sixteenth annual conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People; "When I think of the great assemblage rectitude is most intimate. The failure to recognize this is often the reason why good resolutions for reform fail. To ignore the moral phase of health reform and neglect to lay hold on spiritual help in carrying it out, will mean to fall short of the best success. . . Working out things reflects itself in your health, your countenance, your general spirit and courage. You need the time, all the time you can get to reflect health-giving inspiration to others; and what you do to others become a part of your own life. Do not, my beloved hearers, waste any part of your mind, your heart, your physical being on thoughts which will eventually warp your own being. . . "Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thy health shall spring forth speedily; and thy righteousness shall go before thee; and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed. (Is 59:.) (Ud Press Ass't) of men and women gathered at Denver, I ask myself, what has made it possible for this vast organization to achieve so powerful a life? And I say it was first of all an act of faith—the faith of its founders that white America would learn to recognize the great gifts of black Americans and that out of this recognition a larger justice would inevitably be born. It was also the loyal and untiring help of hundreds of men and women of both races who have joined together through sixteen long years to make the faith of the founders a living reality and not a dream. And finally it was the efficient and devoted service of its executive staff from day to day. The association would have much to boast of if it had done no more than develop this staff of secretaries, directors of departments, field workers, and clerks; and I want the colored people of the country and their friends to realize what this staff of paid workers has done for them and for American life. It is therefore most appropriate that a committee independent of the Association should have selected our secretary for a signal honor this year. The honor belongs to him personally; but it also in a measure belongs to all his co-workers who have labored so faithfully and so well. The medal which he is to receive was founded a dozen years ago, not so much to reward achievement as to let white Americans know that such achievement existed. It was founded in the belief that the Negro has something to give, as well as to receive from America. No one justifies that belief more than James Weldon Johnson; and I almost feel as if the association should award me a gold medal, too, for having originally induced him to become a member of the association's staff." (Signed) J. E. SPINGARN. Message from Moorfield Storey, Esq. President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and Ex-President of the American Bar Association, to the sixteenth annual conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People: June 24, 1925. "My friends of the National Association: "I regret sincerely that I cannot be with you at this great gathering. In itself it is conclusive evidence of the progress which our cause is making. Contrast this vast assemblage of de- legates from all parts of the country and the speakers who have come to address it with the few men who attended the birth of this association and the obscur- ity in which its work was begun. "The reason for our growth is not far to seek. We are right. We are seeking no favors, no privileges. We ask only the rights which the Constitution and laws of the United States accord to every American citizen, and we cannot fail. Fix in your memories the immortal words of Shakespeare: "Thrice he is armed who hath his quarrel just And he but naked though locked up in steel Whose conscience with injustice is corrupted." "We cry for justice in the courts, at the polls, and wherever it is now denied. We ask only for 'a square deal,' a fair chance with our fellow citizens. It is not possible that such a demand can long be refused. "No party convention in purity and in highness of aim can compare with this body. No manufacturers are here demanding a tariff which will enable them to tax their neighbors. No Ku Klux Klan is working for its criminal purposes. No office-seeking gang is fighting for spoils. Here is nothing but 'good and fair.' Have faith! Give us the sinews of war and your cordial and united support, and the supporters of injustice and tyranny cannot stand against the cause of truth which is ours." (Signed) MOORFIELD STOREY. 'ROUND THE "2" TOWNS Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mr. and Mrs. James Combs, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Hyde, Mr. and Mrs. Peyton, and Mesdames Emmet Johnson, Glover Shull, J. Giles and J. W. Taylor were callers at Hallcrest Sunday. Mr. J. Edgar Butler, who is employed by the Minnesota Building and Loan Association, has returned from a trip to Chicago, where he was the guest of Dr. John R. French, formerly of this city. The lawn social given by the Sterling Club on Thursday proved to be one of the early social events of the season. Quite a number of out of town visitors were present. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Considerable complaint has reached this office from our citizens concerning the deplorable condition of the streets in the Rondo Street district, and especially on St. Anthony Ave. Query: What has become of the St. Anthony Avenue Improvement Association. St. Anthony Avenue is too beautiful a street to be neglected. Mrs. Daniel H. Overton of Wheatcroft, Ky., who was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Holman, 610 W. Central Ave., left on the 28th for a visit with relatives in Chicago before returning home. She was the recipient of many charming affairs during her visit here. It was erroneously stated in the June 7th edition of the Bulletin-Appeal that Mrs. Overton is a teacher in the public schools of Clarksville, Tenn. She, however, is a teacher in the public schools of Wheatcroft, Ky. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mr. Isaac Dennie has returned from a trip to Chicago, where he visited his sister, Mrs. J. R. French, Sr. Invitations are being issued for the wedding of Miss Nora Covington and Mr. A. V. Hall during this month. Mrs. Ernest Walker of Winnipesq, Canada, is visiting her aunt Mrs. Thomas Hickman. Mrs. Mattle Cyrus and children, Leona, Gwendolyn and John H., Jr., left Saturday, June 27, for Kansas City, Kansas, to make their future home. They will also visit awhile with Mrs. Minnie Jones, formerly of St. Paul, now residing in Rosedale, Kansas. Notice to Railroad Men! We cater especially to you. Nearly furnished rooms and meals if desired. An ideal summer home. Make this your head- quarters. Miss Iowa Tea Garden, 567 W. Central Ave. Tel. Dale 4037. Mrs. Irene Brazier of Los Angeles, Calif., formerly of Minneapolis is visiting her parents and friends in the Twin Cities. Mrs. Mary Hill, delegate to the Baptist Sunday School Convention, was a visitor at the homes of Mrs. R. B. Taylor and Mrs. A. M. Gross, while in the city. The "Forty" Club enjoyed an outing at Fish Lake today, the Fourth. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mrs. James Smith and son of 930 St. Anthony Ave., left for Chicago and other points east Thursday night, for a month's vacation. Mrs. Oliver Taylor entertained eight ladies Wednesday at the Oh Boy Chicken Shack in honor of Mrs. Gladys Harris' mother, Mrs. Washington, and her friend, Mrs. Wright, of Indianapolis, Ind. Miss Martha Bradley, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Bradley, Sr., 943 St. Anthony Ave., left Thursday evening to spend the summer with relatives in Three Rivers, Mich. Enroute she will spend a few days in Chicago with her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Chauncey Bradley. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mr. L. S. Martin, Orlabor, Iowa, is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Hazel Brown, 230 Granite St. The drowning out of the coal mines there has thrown about two hundred of our group out of work. Bob Taylor leaves today for a two weeks' vacation in Chicago and Idlewild, Mich. Mrs. Mattie Strong, Calgary, Canada, is visiting relatives and friends in the Twin Cities. Mr. Maseo Simmons and Miss Mattle Woodard quietly put one over on the boys and girls—married. Mrs. Irene Brazier, Los Angeles, Calif., spent the week-end at the home of her cousin, Mrs. Carrie Jackson, in Minneapolis. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. I. C. Thomas is scheduled to take part in the Epworth League meeting at Camphor M. E. Church. He will be accompanied by Misses Lena Hollis and Evelyn Collins of Minneapolis. Mr. and Mrs. Hiram K. Gibbs, 4132 Elliott Ave. So., were pleasantly surprised Saturday evening, June 26, by a number of friends, on the occasion of their fifth anniversary. A light repast was served, and bunco was the feature of the evening. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Bryant and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Redmond motored here from Topeka, Kansas, on their honeymoon. The brides are sisters, and are the guests of Mrs. Effie Posey, their aunt, 114 W. Lake St. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mrs. Pansy Chavis, 3849 4th Ave. So, underwent an operation and has been very ill at the Asbury Hospital, but since her sister arrived from Durham, S. C., she is much improved. The Wayman Home Circle of St. Peter Church had their election last meeting, and the following officers were elected: Mr. Henderson Reddick, president; Mrs. Julia Moore, vice-president; Mrs. Ruby Reddick, secretary, and Mrs. Gertrude Smith, treasurer. The first mid-summer meeting was held Tuesday evening in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Reddick, 1032 Central Ave. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Mrs. A. E. Roberts, 3323 Cedar Ave., has returned from her former home in Galesburg, Ill., where she attended the wedding of her granddaughter, Ruby Lucille Skinner, who has visited the Twin Cities many times. Mrs. Helen Cook left Saturday to join her husband in Chicago, where they expect to reside. Mrs. Cook was a member of St. Peter's choir and will be missed by her many friends. Mrs. George Kays, late of Minneapolis, now a resident of Washington, D.C., has the Bulletin to follow her, and writes us that she is having a nice time in the Capital City. Mrs. William Martin, 4110 E. Lake St., was hostess at a delightful dinner party in honor of Mrs. Wm. Wright and Mrs. James Washington of Indianapolis, Ind., guests of Mrs. Earl Harris of St. Paul. Covers were laid for twelve. Other out-of-town guests were Mesdames Willis and Alexander of Waco, Texas. A bounteous repast was served and an enjoyable time was spent. Miss Mary C. Marshall, 711 East River Road, departed Wednesday morning for a two weeks' vacation, which will be spent with her parents and friends at Aitkin, Minn. She will also spend a few days with friends and relatives who reside at the head of the lakes. Miss Kathryn McCracken, one of the instructors at Morgan College, Baltimore, Md., arrived in the city last Saturday to spend the summer with her aunt, Mrs. A. J. White, 3625 10th Ave. So. Mrs. S. J. Onque entertained with a luncheon in honors of Mrs. Francis Worix of St. Joseph, Mich. Covers were laid for six. The dining room was artistically decorated with roses and peonies. Mrs. M. M. Donovan and brother Tomas Brown, and Alice Smith motored to Eau Claire, Wis., last Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Gibbs, Jr., and daughter, Margaret and Mrs. J. Q. Adams left Thursday on a motor trip to Chicago. Mrs. Marguerite Carney, daughter of Mrs. M. M. Donovan arrived today to visit with her mother during the month of August. The Twin City District Missionary meeting will convene at Bethesda a bPtist Church Monday, July 6, at 2 p. m. Mrs. Parsons will make a few remarks; Bible study by Rev. Harris. RACE BENEFACTOR DIES SERVED IN CIVIL WAR Washington, D. C., June 30—Lt. Col. H. McLaughlin, U. S. A., retired, who recently died at the age of 81 in Philadelphia, was buried here at Arlington Cemetery. He was a native of Pennsylvania and a graduate of West Point. During the latter part of the Civil War he was assigned to the command of a prison camp in South Carolina. From his service in the South Col. McLaughlin developed a deep interest in the welfare of the colored race. Four years ago his wife died and left $5,000 to a seminary in Mississippi for the preparation of priests for the colored missions. To this sum Col. McLaughlin added $10,000. Later he arranged to give a fine marble statute of the Little Flower to be placed in St. Augustine Church, in this city, where colored people might pray for further assistance to the seminary which he was unable to adequately finance. He was a man of limited means, but was known for his charitable inclinations and benevolent generosity. He was a veteran of the Indian and Spanish-American Wars. THE NORTHWESTERN-BULLETIN APPEAL UP-TOWN SANITARY NITARY BASE BALL TEAM 10 Dennis Ware, Ass't. Coach; Johni Harold Roach, P.; Eugene Jackson Howard, C.; Ottis Woodard, C. F.; S. S.; Johnnie Williams, Utility; Howell, Mascott; O. Howell, Pres.; not appear, 2nd B. The Uptown Sanitary Baseball Club is a member of the Golden Valley League and is the only colored team in the league. The club is five years old, and sponsored by Mr. O. Howell. It Mrs. Theresa Hollis entertained the B. A. M. E. T. Aid Wednesday at her home. Tuesday afternoon the Aid was entertained by Mrs. A. M. Gross. Harry McKinnis has been confined to the Northern Pacific Hospital for several days. His condition is reported as improving. Monte Cook, S. J. Brown and B. Crawford, en route, touring to Los Angeles and other points in California, are spending a few days at the home of Mrs. Odessa Hicks. Mrs. Hicks has been a busy hostess this week, entertaining friends from various places in the East. Mrs. E. Brown, Mason City, Iowa, is visiting friends in St. Paul this week. Mrs. Maude Griffith of Chicago, Ill., and sister, Miss Maggie Lee of St. Louis, are visiting their aunt, Mrs. John Lane, 682 Broadway. Mr. Maurice Stong motored to Winnipeg and back. He reports the roads in splendid condition. Annual Episcopal Picnic to be held at Parkers Lake, Thursday, July 9. Parker House, July 19, 1994 Mrs. James LaBrol of Duluth, Minn., was a week-end guest of her cousin, Mrs. George Thomas, 994 Iglehart. Mrs. Carrie Garnett entertained in honor of Mrs. Daniel Overton of Clarkesville, Tenn., with an auto party. Those present were Mrs. Georgia Holman, Mrs. H. McElwain, Mrs. Ed. Harold, Mrs. Jennie Wiley and Mrs. Nannie Strong. Luncheon was served at Como Park, after which Mrs. Overton left for Chicago and other cities west. Mrs. Fielden Watts and Mrs. Williams of Duluth, and Miss Nina Carroll of Xenia, Ohio, were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Woodford of Charles St. Wednesday evening. Covers were laid for nine. Miss Nina Carroll, a teacher in the schools of Xenia, Ohio, is spending her vacation in the city visiting relatives. Mrs. Fielden Watts and Mrs. Williams of Duluth, spent several days as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Watts of St. Anthony Ave. Dr. V. D. Turner returned on last Tuesday from the Annual Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, which met at Denver, Colo., on last week. He reports a wonderful meeting, and delegates from twenty-eight states being in attendance. Don't forget the Fishing Pond Bazaar at Little Pilgrim July 10 at 8 p. m. Mrs. Lizzie Allen, 320 Louis St., who has been confined to her home and bed for the past three months, is improving slowly. Mrs. Oree Locke returned Wednesday morning from an extended visit in Kansas City, St. Louis, Hot Springs and Chicago. Mrs. S. H. Ingram, 890 Rice St., entertained a number of friends at a luncheon Wednesday, in honor of Mrs. Cora Saunders of St. Louis, Mo., who is visiting her sister, Mrs. Chandler of Minneapolis. Dr. J. Walton Crump after July 10 will be located at Rooms 203-204 Dakota Building, 6th and 7th streets. Mrs. Maggie Williams, who was a delegate from the Queen of Sheba Chapter, O. E. S., to Electa Grand Session held at Keokuk, Iowa, has returned home after visiting several points in Iowa. Mrs. Ruth Grice, who was called to Topeka, Kansas on account of the death of her father, returned home last week, accompanied by Mrs. Jessie Grice, who will be her house guest for a couple of months. --- ```markdown ``` ST. PAUL NEWS Doris, Coach; Lionel West, 1st B.; L. F.; James West, R. F.; Timothy Geo, White, L. F.; Savannah Fields, Lawrence Tucker, 3rd B.; Lucille L. Loyd Hoggatt, whose picture does bears the name of the well known business concern owned by Mr. Howell. The president is a lover of clean sports and rarely misses a game when the team is scheduled to play either at home or abroad. A Digest of General News Here & There Washington, D. C.—Mrs. Hattle Redd Young, wife of Editor H. C. Young of the Norfolk Journal and Guide, Norfolk, Va., died here June 19th, after a long illness. Norfolk, Va.—Miss Nellie C. Ross and Mr. Ulysses T. Cochran were married June 23rd. Birmingham, Ala.—Robert Waller, wife slayer, has been given a life sentence. Los Angeles, Calif.—Calvin Massington is at the point of death in a hospital here, from four bullet wounds inflicted by "Babe" Gadson, a truckman. St. Louis, Mo.—George W. McKolin, prominent undertaker, and thirty-third degree Mason, died June 24th. Atchison, Kansas—Timothy Boone is dead here, at the age of 90. Louisville, Ky.—Miss Abbie E. Clement, daughter of Bishop and Mrs. George C. Clement, was married to Mr. Clarence P. Jackson June 24. Indianapolis, Ind.—Dr. Charles T. Burris has been sentenced to three years at Leavenworth for violation of the drug law. KANSAN ENGAGED TO DIRECT OUR TRAINEES Prof. Edward L. Holton has established headquarters at University Farm, under engagement by the university board of regents, to direct the educational work for agricultural project trainees under the United States Veterans' Bureau in Minnesota. Professor Holton is eminently qualified for this work, and the university is fortunate in seuring him, says Dean W. C. Coffey. In 1918 and 1919 Professor Holton was in charge of the re-education and rehabilitation of disabled soldiers and sailors of the United States in France, where he held the rank of major in the United States army. In addition to his academic training in Indiana State Normal, Indiana University, Columbia University, and the University of Paris, he has had large experience as a professor and dean of agricultural education in the Kansas Agricultural College. At the latter institution he served under Secretary of Agriculture Jardine, who was president of the school. IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of our husband and father, Orion Williams, who died one year ago July 4, 1924. Like yesterday you went away, Called by the Power above, But we have not forgotten, And are living in your love. Some day there'll be a meeting Before the one Eternal King; O Grave! where is thy victory, O Death! where is thy sting? F. PEOPLES REAL ESTATE AND HOME BUILDING CO. We Will Build Your House or Duplex and You Pay Like Paying Rent. PHONE COLFAX 3044 Office: 384 East 38th St. Minneapolis, Minn. HAZEL GORDON Hair Culturist Madame Walker System WORK AT YOUR HOME MANICURING For Appointment Call COL. 2305 GRAND PICNIC THE BIG EVENT, THE Picnic of the Season GIVEN BY THE MEN'S EPISCOPAL CLUB OF ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS ON Thursday, July 9 AT Parker's Lake Picnic of the GIVEN BY MEN'S EPISODE OF ST. PAUL AND THURSDAY AT PARKER'S Dancing - Bathing Music By Clarence Johnso Picnic of the Season GIVEN BY THE MEN'S EPISCOPAL CLUB OF ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS ON Thursday, July 9 AT Parker's Lakes ing - Bathing - Boating - Fi By Clarence Johnson's Short Neck Orch TO GO TO PARKER'S LAKE FROM ST. PAUL Leave St. Paul vin Interurban cars at minutes before train time, given North. Walk two blocks to Electric and Second Avenue North. ELECTRIC TRAIN IMPORTANT NOTICE—Trains w Trains Leaving for Lake at: 9:00 A. Special Plane Train Leaves Trains Returning From Lake ROUND TRIP TICKETS: ADULTS Automobile Router: Take Six COMMITTEE ON ST. PAUL C JOHN M. LA CO Oliver Taylor, A. P. Rhodes, D. F. M. Moore, Wm. Pettit, Wm. Elliott Earl Nell, Wm. F. Lewin, Ernest S. Fawken, George Rale, L. Giph M. jamin, Chans, Cuthbert, Ralph W. MINNEAPOLIS DR. R. S. BROY F. Terry, E. N. Houston, R. A. Vina H. The Committee Reserved the Right EVERYBODY That Ie S $25.00 (Terms if desired) Take a SWANSON with Paul ull Interurban cars (University Avenue Line) Ober train line, given below. Get off at Seed like two blocks to Electric Short Line Depot, Seve Avenue North. ELECTRIC TRAIN SCHEDULE CANT EVENT—Trains will leave promptly as sch ing for Lake at: 9:00 A. M., 2:20 P. M., 4:40 P. M. Pile Train Trains Leave Minnesota at 2:20 P. M. Refurling From Lake at: 4:50 P. M. and 9:00 TRIP TICKETS: ADULTS 65 CENTS, CHILDREN 3 Mobile Route: Take Sixth Ave. N. Road New COMMITTEE ON ARRANGEMENTS ST. PAUL COMMITTEE JOHN M. LA COSTE, Chairman, lor, A. P. Rhodes, F. D. McCracken, Lawrence Mc e, Wm. Pettit, Wm. Elliott, M. K. McKnight, George all, S. F. Pettit, Wm. Elliott, M. K. McKnight, George all, George Moore, George Shannon, E. O. Brown, Chas, Cuthbert, Hugh Wood. MINNEAPOLIS COMMITTEE DR. R. S. BROWN, Chairman, N. Hounston, R. F. A. Van Hook, A. White, Blackwell Mitttee Reserves the Right to Refuse Undesirable ERYBODY INVITE That Is Somebody Leave St. Paul via Interurban cable (University Avenue Line) Forty-five minutes before train time, given below. Get off car at Second Avenue North. Walk two blocks to Electric Short Line Depot, Seventh Street and Second Avenue North. ELECTRIC TRAIN SCHEDULE IMPORTANT NOTICE—Trains will leave promptly as scheduled. Trains Leaving for Lake at: 9:00 A. M., 2:20 P. M., 4:40 P. M. Trains Returning for Lake at: 4:00 P. M., 8:00 P. M. Trains Returning from Lake at: 4:50 P. M., and 9:00 P. M. Oliver Taylor, A. P. Rhodes, F. D. McCracken, Lawrence McCoy, Louis F. Moore, Wm. Pettit, Wm. Elliott, M. K. McKnight, George Manning, Earl Nell, S. F. Lewin, Ernest Starks, Walter McCoy, E. Gough, F. Fawken, George Moore, George Shannon, E. O. Brown, W. A. Benjamin, Chas. Cuthbert, Neville M. MINNEAPOLIS COMMITTEE DR. R. S. BROWN, Chairman F. Terry, E. N. Hounton, R. A. Van Hook, A. White, Blackwell, L. 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