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CAPABLE LEADERS NEEDED. Former Vice President of Little West African Republic Emphasizes Importance of Education as Means of National Protection—Sees General Awakening Among the Masses. By JOHN E. BRUCE "GRIT." BY JOHN E. BRUCE "GRIT" The newly elected president of Liberia college, a former vice president of the little republic, Hon. J. J. Dosen, in an address on the occasion of the jubilee celebration of Liberia college and also on his induction into office, delivered two significant and meaningful addresses which should interest colored Americans. At the jubilee celebration he, among other things, said: "The name of Booker T. Washington, who is at the head of one of the greatest industrial movements in the world, will live as long as history is preserved. His conception of the education best suited to the condition of the American Negro and best calculated to release him from the various forms of dependency in which he found himself after his so called emancipation was pro- A. B. C. HON. J. J. DOSSEN. claimed he has placed him among the foremost thinkers and leaders of the race in the United States of America. "But in emphasizing industrial education for Liberia I do not wish to be understood that it should in any wise supersede or be given greater prominence than the higher or intellectual education. The republic needs and must have literally men to conduct intelligently the affairs of church and state. The aim of education in Liberia should be, as in the past, to qualify men for this as much as any other service in national and private life. The future of this republic would be seriously jeopardized and its progress imperiled if for any cause we should neglect the higher intellectual training of our citizens. The state requires the service and support of men of literary attainments and professions as well as it does its industrial element. She must have skilled physicians and medical experts to preserve the public health through the application of hygienic and sanitary rules and regulations and to combat the tills to which flesh is heir." At the inauguration exercises, which were attended by the president, members of his cabinet and many prominent and distinguished citizens, the Hon. Mr. Dosen said: "We cannot emphasize too strongly the importance of education as a means to national improvement and progress. It is the vital force that will uplift society, elevate the nation and qualify the people for the responsibilities and duties of citizenship. All history proves that illiteracy is a potent drawback to any people. The nations that lead the world today in power and achievements are those that have laid stress upon the value of education and have diligently promoted knowledge among all classes of their citizens. "The great source of power and efficiency in the leading countries of the world lies primarily in their colleges and universities. Remove these and their influences from among them and the result would be national decadence. From this source emulate the leaders of thought and action, the men who do the great deeds and perform the noble achievements which are the pride and boast of those countries. We in Liberia have a great task before us—the task of rearing and maintaining on African soil a republican society, the most complex of all civil institutions. In no other form of government is the need for an intelligent public more urgent than in this form. "Not only must the masses be educated, but their education must be so liberal as to enable them to exercise those high privileges, prerogatives and rights of free citizens. It is a hopeful sign that throughout the republic there is a general awakening of the masses and a growing tendency toward intellectual improvement. Not only does this apply to our civilized communities, but in native centers as well there seems to be a deeper thirst for knowledge." These sentiments from the lips of an ASHBY RENOVATORY 3019 Adeline St. Phone Berk 88 Special: Ladies' and Gents' Suits Dry Cleaned $1.00. Suits Sponged and Pressed 50 Cents. All Goods Called for and Delivered No 20 African who is of the "race racy" merely hint at what is back of the black man's mind in Africa. Those who have formed opinions about the dense ignorance of the "heathen African" will have to revise their opinions. I have personally met and known in the past thirty years hundreds of native Africans, and I have not met one who could not read and write. I used to know a stupid looking Kroo boy in Washington, who did not seem to have intelligence enough to go in the house when it rained, who wrote a beautiful hand and was as quick at figures as an expert accountant. He said that his instructor was a black man, a Mohammedan. And there are a great many like him on the west coast of Africa. Liberia college in past years has had several distinguished men as its president, among them the scholarly Alex A. Crummell of blessed memory, the erudite and accomplished E. W. Blyden, the late Justice Richardson of the supreme court and the young, virile, able, talented, patriotic Dosen. I have written Mr. Dosen, urging him to move for the establishment in Liberia college of a chair of Negro history. Liberia is the gateway to Africa, and Liberia college should sustain to the entire Negro world the same relation that Oxford and Cambridge do to England, Heldberg to Germany and Harvard and Cornell and Columbia to the United States. For in the fullness of time Africa—Ethiopia—will suddenly stretch forth her hands unto God and take her place in the family of nations in a larger sense than she has done, and "men equipped in all the wisdom of the Egyptians" for the duties and responsibilities of the hour will be needed to meet and combat the questions, national and international, which will then come up for settlement. They should be men trained to think and act as Negroes, proud of their heritage and all the traditions of their race. And what better place for the education of Negroes than a Negro college or university manned from president to junior by Negroes? Where better than in such an institution of learning could Negro youth acquire the habit of thinking and seeing black? The Negro race of the entire world should assist in raising an endowment of a million and a half dollars to make Liberia college the greatest educational institution for Negroes in the world, and its professors and teachers should be the best. The West Indies, Africa, South America and the United States are filled with educated men of the race who are eking out (some of them) a miserable existence and living lives of repression in lands where they cannot give out the best that is in them. Their ideals are white. Their destiny is not co-ordinate with that of the race which dominates the western hemisphere, and it cannot be made so by legal enactment, state or national. When this war in Europe is ended the black men in America and abroad will face the hostile opposition of white men in many avenues of labor and industry which he has never met before. They will need the opportunities which these blacks are enjoying, and they will get them, for always remember that blood is thicker than water. CAUSE OF THE EUROPEAN WAR John E. Bruce "Grit" Attributes It to Sin and Selfishness. The root of sin is selfishness, and selfishness is at the bottom of the present war, which is devastating Europe, says John E. Bruce "Grit" of Yonkers, N. Y. Selfishness is the mother of greed, avarice, inordinate desire and all unrighteousness. Its other names are benevolent assimilation and covetousness. A good many people would like to enjoy the fruits of Christianity without having the root of Christianity in their philosophy. Some of the stronger races have made the attempt, and they have failed. Christianity may not be said to be a failure in America for the reason that it has never been given a fair trial by those who profess to have a monopoly of it. They have never really practiced it nor accepted what it teaches. Until it has been given a fair trial it were well to suspend judgment on it. That which now passes for Christianity is a libel upon that which Jesus Christ, its Founder, taught and practiced 1900 years ago, for it embraced in its broad folds men of every race and nation and recognized God as our common Father and all men as brethren. Modern Christianity does not go quite as far as this. NO COLOR LINE BUSINESS. Promoters of Proposed Summer Resort In Michigan Should Be Broadminded. The movement recently started by a group of prominent colored men to clear up the ground and erect suitable buildings for a summer resort on the shores of Crooked lake, near White Cloud, Mich., to be ready for the season of 1916, has many good features. But if the promoters should decide finally to confine the benefits to be derived from the resort to our race only, without regard to the business enterprises usually carried on at such resorts, it may hinder rather than help the project. The sentiment of the race generally, says N. B. Dodson, is against drawing the color line. The race is fully capable of maintaining ownership of its business enterprises, educational and religious institutions without drawing the line. If white people desire to patronize our institutions of whatever kind under our management they should be permitted to do so. Co-operation is the watchword of the times. The proposed summer resort should be a purely business movement. E. CANNON Groceries, Candies, Notions and Fruits 5718 E. FOURTEENTH ST. OAKLANDSUNSHINE 1009 Twenty-second Street Oakland E CONTR PLANS AND Home Built on E W HAYES CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER BINS AND SPECIFICATIONS FURNISHED Built on Easy Terms. Give Him a He Is One of Our Race Avenue LLL1S LAUND 1062 63rd TRY US. and Gentlemen's all kinds of dry cleaning of all Silk Goods and Clothes carefully at factory, please recommend us to your friends. Laundry Neatly Done 40c per doz.; 3 d and 2816 Fr STOP AT THE Importers of ES. 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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF the County of Alameda, State of California In the Matter of the Estate of CARTER RICHARDSON, Deceased. Notice of time set for proving will etc. Notice is hereby given, that a petition for the probate of the Will of Carter Richardson, deceased, and for the issuance to Caroline Belgeri, formerly Caroline Taylor, of letters testamentary thereon has been filed in this Court, and that Monday, the 19th day of July, A. D. 1915, at 10 v'clock A. M. of said day, at the Courtroom of Department No. 4 of said Court, at the Court House in the City of Oakland, in said County of Alameda, has been set for the hearing of said petition and proving said will, when and where any person interested may appear and contest the same. GEO. E. GROSS, Clerk. By H. HENNINGSEN, Deputy Clerk. GEO. INGRAHAM, Attorney for Petitioner, 812 Broadway, Oakland Cal. FOR SALE. A GREAT BARGAIN. Three beautiful lots, situated on Hopkins street, near East 14th street, East Oakland, 25x100 each, with front-age on both streets. Will sell one lot or the three lots for $600 each, which is less than the amount fixed by the county appraiser. J. B. WILSON Executor of the Estate of R. Lenord, Deceased. Address, 2151 Chestnut street. WARRINGTON'S Groceries Candies Bakery Ice Cream N. E. Corner Twenty-third Avenue and East Twenty-third Street. PURITY BAKERY CO. Pies, Cakes and Bread. All Kinds of Fancy Confectionery Made to Order 1319 Park Street Alameda, Cal. REMOVAL NOTICE. Phone Oakland 2932. W. F. Jackson has moved his Real Estate business to 1319 7th street, near Kirkham. Homes for sale at a bargain. Houses for rent. Insurance and loans. Richmond lots for sale, 1319 Seventh Street, Oakland. MRS. H. C. HERMANSEN Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Wood. Coal, Hay, Grain, Feed 1050 East Twelfth Street Oakland, Cal. Phone Merritt 55 WILSON'S BOOK STORE Postal Cards, Toys and Stationery. 3310 Adeline Street South Berkeley FOR SALE A splendid barber shop on 7th street near Adeline, north side. Has a nice business. Will be sold at a very reasonable price, $150.00, including three chairs, and the other fixtures. A great bargain. See Real Estate office, 1176 7th street, near Adeline. MIKADO LAUNDRY Rough Dry ..... 35c Steam and Dry Clean ..... $1.00 Work guaranteed; quick service. Work called for and delivered when-ever convenient to you. 1739 Alcatraz, South Berkeley Phone Piedmont 3273 The Oakland Sunshine 401 Eighth Street, Oakland OUR FEDERATED CLUBS NORTH. The Suunshine has been so visitors from the South and East ventions that we have not had the of the clubs. We, however, exporn this year, as we have secuigated ourselves with a great reget right down to hard work and things new at the next yearly coments, new ideas and more real efore. The Fannie J. Coppin Cl and are now prepared to do more also the Federation. As some of Federation belong to this high-good results this coming year, elected President of this club in N. A. The meeting of the National of Colored People was enliven dent and members on the one sie Jackson on the other over the quo sociation to take up the matter of the City Hall, who had made a p Directors to clean all the city so save thousands of dollars to the favored the scheme and were in contract. We are very much surprised has severed his connection with his cause Bishop Parks gave him an remember that the Bishop is only ple and does not own the church can hardly see how an intelligent to sever his connection for such ministers forces us to wonder if t in their professions ore are simply More Negroes should go into the Pullman Company and the r men look for boiled shirt jobs, susvator boys. Young men, roll up a trade. We need plumbers, tinn and not so many shirt and collar The Suunshine has been so very busy with the distinguished visitors from the South and East in attendance at our Fair and conventions that we have not had the time to keep up with the doings of the clubs. We, however, expect to hear of great things doing north this year, as we have secured the presidency and thereby obligated ourselves with a great responsibility. Now let all the clubs get right down to hard work and see if the north cannot offer some things new at the next yearly convention—new clubs, new departments, new ideas and more real effort than has been put in the work before. The Fannie J. Coppin Club has elected a new set of officers and are now prepared to do more and better service for the club and also the Federation. As some of the leading lights of the Northern Federation belong to this high-class club we can indeed look for good results this coming year. We hope to hear from the newly elected President of this club in the near future. N. A. A. C. P. The meeting of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was enlivened by a debate between the President and members on the one side and Mrs. H. DeHart and T. M. Jackson on the other over the question of the right of the local association to take up the matter of one Mr. Lawrence for janitor at the City Hall, who had made a proposition to the Board of School Directors to clean all the city schools under contract and thereby save thousands of dollars to the department. The Board majority favored the scheme and were inclined to give Mr. Lawrence the contract. We are very much surprised to learn that the Rev. N. P. Greggs has severed his connection with the great A. M. E. Church just because Bishop Parks gave him an unfair deal as is alleged. He should remember that the Bishop is only one man and a servant of the people and does not own the church or the California Conference. We can hardly see how an intelligent man like Rev. Greggs could wish to sever his connection for such a small matter. The action of some ministers forces us to wonder if the ministers these days are sincere in their professions ore are simply after the hoaves and fishes. More Negroes should go into business and less to Uncle Sam the Pullman Company and the railroads. Too many of our young men look for boiled shirt jobs, such as janitors, waiters, porters, elevator boys. Young men, roll up your cotton sleeves and learn some trade. We need plumbers, tinners, shoemakers, electricians, etc. and not so many shirt and collar jobs. LEADING POINTS IN FILM PLAY DECISION. Board of Censors Acts In Defense of All the People. The Hon. Charles G. Williams, chairman of the board of censors of the state of Ohio, in rendering the decision of the said board Sept. 28 prohibiting the so called moving picture show, "The Birth of a Nation," from being played in Columbus or other cities in the state, in part says: It devolves upon me as a member of the Ohio board of censors to render my visual declaration as to whether or not the film, "The Birth of a Nation," should be approved or rejected. Many protests have been brought to our attention from sources that indicate that the attention of the board of those interested in their advancement seriously object to said film. Governor Frank B. Willis has repeatedly called the attention of the board to the fact that many protests against this film have been He has also repeatedly requested that this board give said film very careful attention, and if it should be found to be of poor quality, he will color the colored race and tend to arouse racial hatred and prejudice, as claimed, he has urgently recommended that we reject the same. In the other hand, the owners of said film have filed quite a number of recommendations praising this photo play. It is claimed by many reputable individual filmmakers because of its dramatic and historical value. It $t_1$ is urged that it is the most gigantic production from the standpoint of stage and spectacular achievements the film has received. After having very carefully considered the arguments pro and con and having closely inspected said film as well as dissecting the film, other members of this board (who have equally considered all matters pertaining to the same) I now render my decision, looking to the things portrayed in the film and having a great dramatic value and is stupendous from the standpoint of camera achievements. On the other hand, by no stretch of the imagination can we get the film to effectively reflect unfavorably upon the colored race. It is claimed that the film should not be objectionable because of the time that was elapsed since the period when these soldiers were in the place. With this I cannot agree. Many soldiers of the civil war are still living, both in the north and in the south. This is a fact that the ending of the living between them and their offspring. Not only does it rekindle the feeling of sectional hatred, but it strongly tends to arouse hatred and prejudice among the soldiers. It is the ending of living in our midst, 120,000 of whom are in the state of Ohio. There are several millions of this race in the United States, and since the constitution of them equal rights and having taken an oath to support this constitution, I consider it wholly unwise, unjust, dangerous and harmful to officially approve a film that would toward them, retarding them in their progress as this film does. BIG VICTORY FOR THE RACE Governor Frank B. Willis Bara Object- tionable Film Play From Ohio. The Hon. Harry C. Smith of Cleveland, O., editor of the Cleveland Gazette, continues to fight against race segregation with his old time intensity. He keeps in close touch with the city and state authorities and co-operates with them in all matters of importance in which the civil rights of colored very busy with the distinguished man in attendance at our Fair and come time to keep up with the doings opect to hear of great things doing red the presidency and thereby ob responsibility. Now let all the clubs see if the north cannot offer some convention—new clubs, new departort than has been put in the work club has elected a new set of officers and better service for the club and the leading lights of the Northern class club we can indeed look for. We hope to hear from the newly the near future. A. C. P. Association for the Advancement by a debate between the Presile and Mrs. H. DeHart and T. M. Question of the right of the local ass of one Mr. Lawrence for janitor at proposition to the Board of School schools under contract and thereby department. The Board majority declined to give Mr. Lawrence the to learn that the Rev. N. P. Greggs the great A. M. E. Church just beunfair deal as is alleged. He should no one man and a servant of the peo or the California Conference. We man like Rev. Greggs could wish small matter. The action of some the ministers these days are sincere after the loaves and fishes to business and less to Uncle Sam's childroads. Too many of our young as janitors, waiters, porters, elevour cotton sleeves and learn someers, shoemakers, electricians, etc., jobs. Americans are at stake. he is the watchdog of the race in the Buckeye State, and he never falls asleep on duty. The following letter from Governor Frank B. Willis to Mr. Smith is self explanatory: State of Ohio, Executive Department, Columbus, Aug. 31, 1955 Hon. Harry C. Smith, Editor Gazette, Cleveland, O.; Dear Mr. Smith—I am in receipt of marked copies of newspaper calling attention to the objectifiable film named in the book "Warding, which we have had considerable correspondence. I shall place this communication before the state board of film censors. The law must be enforced, and so far as I have power to prevent this, we will reflect upon any class of our citizens will be extinguished this state. Very truly yours. In compliance with the above communication the state board of film censors on Sept. 28 formally notified the promoters of the play in question that the photo play had been barred from Ohio. The Hon. Harry C. Smith now has the "scalps" of two race hating and mob inciting photo plays dangling at his "belt." NATIONAL BAPTIST NOTES. President E. C. Morris issues Open Letter to the Denomination. Helena, Ark. — The Rev. E. C. Morris, D. D., president of the national Baptist convention, has issued an open letter to the Baptist churches and Sunday schools of the United States, in which he calls attention to the new publishing board which has been located at 400 Gay street, Nashville, Tenn., with S. P. Harris as secretary. Dr. Morris says that it was necessary to take this step because of the fact that a rump convention was held in Chicago in September which claims to own the National Baptist publishing plant. The letter also says that the new board will supply the schools and churches with literature until matters are in shape for the denomination to get that which rightfully belongs to it. It will be remembered that at Chicago in September the national Baptist convention split mainly, so it is said, on the question of the publishing plant in regard to the ownership and control, with the result that a new publishing board was appointed. Rev. B. J. Howard to Enter New Field. The members and friends of the Corinth Baptist church at Gainesville, Tex., are making preparations for the installation of the Rev. B. J. Howard as minister of the church. The celebration will begin on Monday, Oct. 18, and will continue for three days. nized by all school men, he is determined to make Southern university one of the best state schools for colored people in the south. He is a man that can stand up and do the right, not only because he is well trained, clean and upright in his character, but he has managed to so live and conduct himself that he has some of the world's goods to his credit. He may be considered from an intellectual, moral and financial point to be the right man to head a great institution like Southern university is destined to be. CHARLIE Experienced Japanese Shoema'ker 1226 Seventh Street ADELINE STATION A good 6-room house; bath and electric lights; large barn; lot 50x130. The owner has just found a rich gold mine and is giving this place away. The first person at my office with $100.00 gets it. The property is in Elmhurst, three blocks to cars and school and is easily worth $200000. VIEWS OF MANY NOTABLES. Well Known New York Book Dealer Publishes Three New Volumes Dealing With Writings of First Poet of the Colored Race In America—Schomburg Wrote Introduction. Charles Fred Heartmann, an antiquarian and bookseller of New York city, has brought out three volumes de luxe dealing with Phillis Wheatley, which collectors and book lovers will appreciate because of their rarity. Mr. Heartmann is a German scholar and a former journalist who has traveled much in Europe and, like a good journalist, has made excellent use of his eyes and ears. He has long had the idea in mind of doing justice to the little African poetess who in her day was lionized by the best class of Americans and the nobility of England, where she made an indelible impression by her talents and genius as a writer of poetry, says John E. Bruce "Grit." There have been several editions of Miss Wheatley's poems published in the United States and in England, but there has been no such attempt made as this of the altruistic German gentleman to give this Negro girl her true place in American literature—that of the first American poetess, for no white woman in this country, so far as we have been able to discover, had achieved any distinction as a writer of either prose or poetry at that period, so that Phillis Wheatley was easily first among American literary women of that day. Mr. Arthur A. Schomburg, secretary of the Negro Society For Historical Research, who collaborated with Mr. Heartmann in the compilation of these books, in his introduction to the poems and letters of Phillis Wheatley cites Dr. Samuel Stanhope Smith (1810) in his essay on the variety of complexion and figure in the human species, who said, answering Jefferson's criticisms, that religion had produced a "Phillis Wheatley, but it could not produce a poet" and added that her poems were "below the dignity of criticism." To this Dr. Smith made answer as follows: "The poems of Philiss Wheatley, a poor African slave taught to read by the indulgent plety of her master, are spoken of with infinite contempt. But I will demand of Mr. Jefferson or any other man who is acquainted with American planters how many of those could have written poems equal to those of Philiss Wheatley" (page 209). Mr. Schomburg further along in his introduction states that many of the poems of this girl were quoted by Thomas Clarkson, the great English abolitionist, in his celebrated Latin essay, which won the first prize at Cambridge, 1785, on "The Slavery and Commerce of the Human Species." He quotes also Lydia Maria Child, who said of her poems: "Jefferson denies that these poems have any merit, but I think he would have judged differently had he been perfectly unprejudiced." It would be indeed absurd to put Philis Wheatley in competition with Mrs. Hemans, Mary Hewitt, Mrs. Sigourney, Miss Gould and other modern writers, but her productions certainly appear very respectable in comparison with most of the poetry of that day, and a later critic, J. B. Earnest, Jr., M. A., who says: "An excellent little volume of poems by a Negro girl who was a slave in Massachusetts. The work cannot approach the excellence of the poetry written by Paul L. Dunbar, yet it is wonderful poetry for a Negro slave of the eighteenth century." Mr. Jefferson, it appears, did not accept Dr. Smith's challenge. The reasons are obvious. The lord mayor of London, Mr Brooke Watson, was so well pleased with Phillis' poems on her visit to England, where she was the guest of the Countess of Huntingdon, to whom she dedicated her book of poems, which was published in 1773, that he presented to her as a mark of his appreciation of her talents a Fouls edition in folio of Milton's "Paradise I set," which is now the property of the Harvard library. Mr. Schomburg has done well in his introduction and has given us many important facts about Phillis which have not hitherto been put in such compact form. Mr. Heartmann has done even better in making possible these three books about Phillis Wheatley. Civic League Hears Noted Speakers. The North Side Civic league in Pittsburgh continues to direct its activities along the proper lines for racial advancement. It never loses an opportunity to oppose any wrong directed against the race, and in this respect its voice has been heard on several important occasions. It was therefore appropriately in keeping with the league's policy to have as chief speakers at its regular meeting on Friday evening, Oct. 8. Attorney R. L. Vann and County Treasurer F. L. Harris. The addresses of these two able and broad minded men were of much benefit to the members and friends of the league present at the meeting. CHINESE HERB SPECIALISTS. All allowment of nature successfully cured by my wonderful life giving Chinese Herbs. When your case is given up as hopeless by others, give us a trial. No knife used. Commission free. Rent to be DR. WOO, the original CHINESE HERB CO., 704 Sacramento St., corner Kearny, San Francisco, Cal. Napa, Cal., March 4, 1813. To whom it may concern: Eight Years of Rheumatism Tunay, Imai, Nev., 10-4-12. Dr. Wo, Chinese Hebrew Dr. Woo, Chinese Herb Co. 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BROWN, 715 Broadway As the date draws near for the big entertainment and ball to be given by the United West Indians in the Municipal Auditorium it seems to be the topic of the hour to the utter exclusion of most other things. The committee feels flattered at the numberless expressions of appreciation, and promises of personal support offered by our most exclusive families. To mention the names of our stauchn friends would be like calling the roll of honor of our best people of the Bay Cities and San Francisco. Again the committee beg the public to come out early and enjoy the musical under the leadership of Mrs. Jeter Davis, our premier musician and instructress. All can enjoy this grand concert from 8 to 10. Church members can avail themselves of this opportunity of being present at the first grand concerto by the faculty of the titularium by our race. Those who do not desire to attend or look on the grand ball can withdraw after the concert. As a further notice we beg to notify all persons in the ticket selling contest that the contest will positively close at 3 P. M. Wednesday, Nov. 17. All persons who hereafter order their autos for the ball through our office must please specify the exact hour when said machine must arrive so as not to unnecessarily detain the Chaufeur. Come out early and enjoy the grand entertainment. We are expecting at least nine hundred soldiers on that evening. Don't let a full dress keep you away, but come in the very best you have. Come and witness the grand honors which will be bestowed or the lady who sells the highest number of techets above thirty. We feel that all our people are going to prove their metal on this occasion. Don't forget the date. Thursday, Nov. 18th; or the place, the Municipal Auditorium. The work of the churches both home and foreign was reviewed with great care; and the policy of co-operation with the Association was reaffirmed; and the missionary, Rev. J. L. Allen was put on the field for the next ensuing year. He was paid in full and given a few weeks vacation. The sermons, addresses, papers, and music were of a very thoughtful, logical and literary character. Dr. C, W. Bristland explained the financial problems to the satisfaction of the body. All seemed happy at seeing Dr. J. M. Riddle of Pasadena, who always brings a message of usefulness. Rev. Wm. Dixon's annual address was rich in methods of new work; Mrs. Gaither's Annual Message covered every phase of the field and its difficulties; Mr. Lewis' address was crowded with facts and figures, pointed and greatly enjoyed; Bro. Bigsby spoke for the Sunday School and presided with becoming adaptability. Prof. L. L. J. Williams the general Secretary has all of the work so arranged that he can put his finger upon any item needed in a moment. The little noise Thursday night after that great sermon of Rev. Burgess, put the body to work in dead earnest. Rev. L. A. Brown. W. P. Vance, S. W. Hawkins, and Rev. T. M. Davis, as a quartette, furnished some lively music. Beth Eden choir, led by Pastor Hawkins, is a gem. We say that the Womans' session was quite dignified and orderly and businesslike. How could it be otherwise? Their President, Mrs. W. F. Gaither, a queenly worker among workers was their leader. Mr. Williams of Marysville will lead the B. Y. P. Union on to greater achievements. Mr. E. W. Lewis, resigned the presidency, after doing a splendid work for the young people. The Sunday School put itself on record by electing for President, J. H. Burrows. Brother Burrows is doubtless the best that could have been selected for the position. Rev. S. W. Hawkins was unanimously elected moderator of the General Baptist Association. No one was deserving this distinguished honor more than Beth Eden's pastor; for the pastor, deacons, and church did everything in them for the comfort of all. Sunday the pulpits of Oakland and San Francisco were filled by visiting ministers. As far as could be learned they placed with great power, Layman L. J. Williams conducted a rare model Sunday School at Beth Eden. There was so much work done, and so many in attendance that we find it difficult to mention all, but will endeavor to write of what is left out at another time. Let us go forward constructing, making disciples and edifying the and, when we are called together at Fresno, next October, 1916, report a grander work for the Master. He that goeth forth and weepeth, beetherein and doubtless come again with rejoicing in his sheaves with him. Ps. 125:6. Rev. J. A. Dennis, 365 E. Julian St., San Jose, Cal. NATIONAL BAPTIST EXHIBIT ATTRACTS WIDE ATTENTION Governor of Michigan Praises Work of Our Largest Publishing House. Chicago.—Thousands of people in attendance at the Lincoln jubilee celebration, now in progress in this city, have viewed the splendid exhibit of the National Baptist Publishing board of Nashville, Teen. The exhibit is in charge of an experienced display man, who is employed constantly at the publishing house. In addition to the exhibit at the Coliseum, where the jubilee celebration is in progress, this institution has an additional exhibit at the Eighth Regiment armory, where the national Baptist convention opened its thirty-fifth annual session on Wednesday morning, Sept. 8. One of the most attractive features of the exhibit is the unliness with which it is arranged and installed. It shows a graduation in efficiency in the art preservative, having on display the productions in mechanism and literary art from the smallest postal card to a mammoth leather or morocco bound book, the entire exhibit being the work of members of the race employed in the institution. Spectators have lingered long and admiringly at the skill and mechanical perfection displayed in these articles. Their admiration increases when they are told by the instructor that every one of the vast number of people employed at the Nashville institution came to work without experience at any firm or institution in their particular line of work. The exhibit shows samples of twenty three different song MADAM C J WALKER Madam C. J. Walker will be corner Clay and Hyde streets, October 17th. She will speak at the 15th and West streets, Oakland, on Madam Walker will also speak 1207 Powell street, San Francisco. These lectures will be accorded shown on the Pacific Coast. MADAM C. The above is a likeness of E. Zion connection, Presiding B will hold conference at Starr Ki 20th, Rev. G. H. Haines pastor, will be here with a full rep and pastors from all over the St church. The sessions will last be made in the location of the C. J. Walker will speak at the Third Baptist and Hyde streets, San Francisco, on Sunday. He will speak at the 15th-street A. M. E. Church streets, Oakland, on Monday evening, October 15. Walker will also speak at the Bethel A. M. street, San Francisco, on Tuesday evening, Oct. 16. Pictures will be accompanied by stereoicon on the Pacific Coast. MADAM C. J. WALKER. He is a likeness of Bishop J. S. Caldwell of the section, Presiding Bishop of the California Conference at Starr King Church, Campbell street, H. Haines pastor. Rev. Wheller, Preside here with a full report of his changes. Man from all over the State will be in attendance. Sessions will last four days. Very few clues the location of the minister, we predict. Madam C. J. Walker will speak at the Third Baptist Church, corner Clay and Hyde streets, San Francisco, on Sunday evening, October 17th. She will speak at the 15th-street A. M. E. Church, Fifteenth and West streets, Oakland, on Monday evening, October 18th. Madam Walker will also speak at the Bethel A. M. E. Church, 1207 Powell street, San Francisco, on Tuesday evening, October 19. These lectures will be accompanied by stereopticon views that shown on the Pacific Coast. MADAM C. J. WALKER. [Picture of a man seated in an ornate chair, wearing a dark robe with a white collar. The background is a plain wall with decorative moldings.] The above is a likeness of Bishop J. S. Caldwell of the A. M. The above is a likeness of Bishop J. S. Caldwell of the A. M. E. Zion connection, Presiding Bishop of the California District, who will hold conference at Starr King Church, Campbell street, October 20th, Rev. G. H. Haines pastor. Rev. Wheller, Presiding Elder, will be here with a full report of his changes. Many delegates and pastors from all over the State will be in attendance. The local church. The sessions will last four days. Very few changes will be made in the location of the minister, we predict. WHY BE BALD THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S FESTIVAL When Madam DeNeal's Remedies The above is a likeness of the last week. Madam DeNeal has in Seattle, Washington. She has MRS. JO Gives the "DeNeal M am DeNeal's Remedies are giving such wonder live is a likeness of Madam DeNeal, who was Madam DeNeal has a School of Beauty and H Washington. She has agents all over the East MRS. JOSIE HAINES lives the "DeNeal Method" Scalp Treatment When Madam DeNeal's Remedies are giving such wonderful results. The above is a likeness of Madam DeNeal, who was in our city last week. Madam DeNeal has a School of Beauty and Hair Culture in Seattle, Washington. She has agents all over the East and West. MRS. JOSIE HAINES Gives the "DeNeal Method" Scalp Treatment 2840 CALIFORNIA STREET Berkeley, Cal. Phone Berkeley 7225 TESTIMONIAL I have been using Madam DeNeal's Hair Grower for three months, and without her treatment my hair is growing nicely. It has stopped falling out has grown three inches in three months' time, and I have only used three boxes. Thankfully yours. Phone Berkeley 7225 TESTIMONIAL been using Madam DeNeal's Hair Grower without her treatment my hair is growing, falling out has grown three inches in thre ave only used three boxes. Thankfully yours, reet MRS. S. E. BUX ENTERTAINMENT AND BALL MILLION DOLLAR) I have been using Madam DeNeal's Hair Grower for three months, and without her treatment my hair is growing nicely. It has stopped falling out has grown three inches in three months' time, and I have only used three boxes. ENTERTAINMENT MILLI Municipal ENTERTAINMENT AND BALL Municipal Auditorium By UNITED WEST INDIANS Thursday November 18 Dancing Till 1:00 a. m. Good Music. Admission, gallery. 50 cents; downstairs, $1.00 Single tickets, couples, $1.50. 1115 Olive Street Berkeley, Cal. SOCIETY Keep off the date of October 19 for the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Spanish War Veterans. The Cheopian Club is a club of young men that are trying to hold high the social standard of the young people in this community. They solicit the patronage of the public on October 22 in a midsummer shirt waist ball at Majestic Hall. Three prizes will be given for the ladies selling the most tickets. Good music. Admission 35 cents. Thanksgiving day, Nov. 25, is donation day for the Old Peoples' home. Please keep off the date. Keep off the date of October 20. Taken by the committee of Retired Soldiers. Best music. Foresters' hall, Oct. 29. Prizes for best characters. November the Halloween masquerade Ball, October 29 at Forbes Hall for the benefit of Old Peoples home. Notice is hereby given of the first reciprocity meeting of the new administration in the 2nd Baptist Church 1227 E. Market street, Stockton, Cal. on Thursday, Oct. 21, 1915. The San Joaquin Club will be the hostess on this occasion and the President kindly requests that every effort be made by the members to attend the meeting. Lily of the Valley Temple No. 7, S. M. T., will please accept thanks for complimentary tickets. To the many friends for their kindness during the illness, and for the sympathy and beautiful floral tributes at the death of our beloved mother, Mrs. Victoria A. Dewson, we take this means of extending our sincere thanks. Dr. G. C. Coleman, Pastor. The fight is one! The people of God have arranged themselves in North Oakland to fight sin and under God win a mighty battle for righteousness. For some weeks we have been praying for a visitation of the Holy Spirit Men and women have expressed themselves as being anxious to get in the church. In night a large crowd gathers to sing and pray and to hear the word of the Lord. Rev. W. D. Carter, D.D., of Seattle, Wash., is in the city, and is preaching each night and will continue with all next week. We are inviting all Oakland to come out. Let nothing get between you and this pentecostal shower which is upon us in North Oakland Baptist Church. Next Sunday Rev. Dr. Carter will preach at the morning hour "Personal Work." John 1:4-2, and m. m. Men's meeting. "The Inquiring Young Man." Mark. 10:17-22 and at 8—"Peace with God" Roman 5:1. Simmers are urged to come to our church for these particular series of Back-sliders are earnestly requested to come. And Christians of whatever faith or creed are invited. You will find a seat and a cordial welcome. Some of the First A. M. E. Church members are proving their loyalty to Rev. N. P. Greggs by organizing an independent church to be known as the "First Independent Church of Los Angeles." Rev. Greggs, who last week telegraphed his resignation from the A. M. E. Conference to Bishop Parks, has been chosen as their first pastor. Madam C. J. Walker, the great hair specialist of Indianapolis, Ind., and Mrs. Eloise Bibbs Thompson of Los Angeles are the house guests of Mrs. Wiley Hinds on 34th street. Mr. Joseph Francis of the Western Outlook is very sick at his home in San Francisco with nervous breakdown. Mr. Luther Mitchell and Emmeda Maitin were married on Thursday evening. Both are residents of Oakland. The marriage was solemnized the Catholic faith. in the Madam Walker is a very wealthy woman, owning valuable real estate in various cities. She has recently purchased a home in Los Angeles. Madame Walker was one of the first women to donate $1,000 to the colored Zion C. A. of Chicago. A musical cantata entitled "Little House Keeper" at North Oakland Baptist Church, Nov. 5th, for the benefit of Sunday school. Admission 25c. Mrs. Bright of Iowa, is visiting her cousin, Mrs. M. Brady on Brush street. A snap. House, 4 rooms; lot 40 by 133; $850; $10 down; gas and water. Apply owner, 5328 East 14th St. Dance of all nations will be given by Bournemouth castle October 29. CARD OF THANKS THE CHILDREN THE NORTH OAKLAND BAP TIST CHURCH. The members are urged to come to each service and every night possible; come singing, praying and shouting. Glory be to Him who giveth us the victory. The Mothers' Charity Club will meet Monday, October 18th, with Mrs Ester Lee, 480 61st street. Mrs. M. L. Morris was hostess to the Fannie Coppin Club on October 5th at her residence, 1440 16th street. After the routine of business the newly elected officers were installed. Mrs. Elam, a prominent club woman of Chicago, was a visitor to the club and told of the work the club women were doing in Illinois. The next meeting will be Tuesday, October 19 with Mrs. J. Peyton, 1062 24th street. All members are urged to be present. THE FIRST INDEPENDENT CHURCH. THE OLD RELIABLE. Barber Parson D. C. Allen who was on 9th street between Broadway and Franklin, is now located at 432 8th street, the Paul Davis Shop. He will be pleased to have his customers and friends to continue their patronage with him. This shop has a crew of four barbers who guarantee first class work. Our prices are reasonable. We give a shave and neck shave for 15 cents. We shave the neck all around and dress the hair for ten cents. We steam the face with hot towels and shave the neck and hair dress, 15 cents. Sea Foam neck, shave, and hair dress, 15 cents. All kinds of hair for 25 cents. All kinds of hair tonic with neck shave, 15 cents. Electric massage 25 cents. We have one of the best equipped and most sanitary barber shops in Oakland, using sanitary appliances that no other shop has. Plenty of clean towels and none used over. We invite inspection. Four of the best haircutters in Oakland at your service, all well known to the business and professional men of Oakland. Each man receives two tips are expected. Mrs. Paul Davis carries a line of hair goods, and hair straightening combs, and scalp food. She shampoos and straightens the hair and maniures. Give us a trial. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Davis, proprietors, 432 8th St. The ladies' auxiliary of the United Spanish, War Veterans will please accept thanks for complimentary tickets to their Black and White Ball on Oct. 19th. at Lorin Hall. The funeral of Mrs. Victoria Anna Dewson was held Monday morning, October 11, from Saint Anthony Catholic church, where High Mass was held. Mrs. Dewson was among the pioneer families of California and is survived by a large family of sons and daughters, and other relatives, who were at her bedside when she passed away. She was activ in everything that meant for the good and the uplift of the race until two years ago, when she was stricken with paralysis. She was a patient sufferer. Services were held Sunday afternoon at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. Ruth Bridges on 24th street, under the auspices of Knaresborough Circle and the Mothers Club, both in which she has held high offices. On Sunday, October 24th, 1915, at the Grove Street Grounds, 57th and Grove, the Idle Hour Club of Oakland will cross bats with Swastikas of Vallejo. Manager Haye's team has won 17 games out of 19 this season. Come one, come all. 2:30 P. M. Miss Elise Hounges is very sick at 2264 Bush street, San Francisco. A house party was given by Mrs G. E. Watkins on Friday evening October 15, in honor of Miss Pauline Iay of Sacramento, who has been the guest of her cousin, Mrs. Charles Gibson. Among those present were Miss Pauline Ray, Grace Anderson, Leslie Whittier, Gutie Gilbert, Ethel Jones, Phyllis Thomas, Grace McDonald, Gladys Crawford, Beatrice Williams, Elizabeth Thompson, Harriet Deshields, Beatrice Dumeny, Olita and Mildred Watkins, Messrs Walter Junger, Gladys Warner, Cluster Rost, Geo. Swazy, Rutherford, Beverly McCard, Robert Fields, Frank Fields, Raymond Richards, Eldie Jones, Alonzie Ewing, Chas Tillman, Norman Houston, Floyd Berry, Arthur Hackett, Clarence Rhode, C. Lang, Swazy Thomas, Mr. Deshields and Henry Starr. The evening was pleasantly spent in games and conversation. After which refreshments were served and all departed for their homes expressing themselves as having had a pleasant time. Miss Ray will return to her home in Sacramento on Sunday, Oct. Mr. Walter Tribble, who has been employed by the Bridges Furniture Company for sometime, was called to the deathbed of his mother, in Anderson, Ind., on Saturday, October 2nd. Funeral services were held Thursday, at 3 p. m., Oct. 7, in Anderson, Ind. Mr. Tribble will return to Oakland in about 10 days. Mrs. Edwards of Modesto, who is the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Diggs, of 980 36th street, and who is a delegate to the Baptist Convention returned home Saturday, well pleased with her visit. Mrs. A. Brown, sister of Mrs. Diggs of 980 36th street, was visiting Fresno last week as the guest of her Mother, and Modesto as the guest of her aunt, Mrs. J. D. Brown. The 24th Infantry arrived at the Presidio Tuesday with fourteen hundred soldiers. A public reception will be given in their honor on Friday evening, October 22, at Bethel A. M. E. church, San Francisco. Rev. W. D. Carter of Seattle, Wash., is in our midst and will conduct revival services at the North Oakland Baptist church next week. Mrs. Tobe Williams of 3318 Chestnut street entertained Friday afternoon from 2 to 6 in honor of Mrs. Lulu Roundtree of Omaha, Nebr. Don't forget the unique social at 15th street church on Monday, Oct. 25. Mrs. W. W. Mathews and children left for Kansas City last week to join her husband, Rev. Mathews, who has charge of a church there. Chaplain Gladden of the 24th Infantry will preach Sunday, October 17, at Bethel A. M. E. church, San Francisco. Mrs. Lulu Roundtree of Omaha, is the house guest of Mrs. Tobe Williams of 3318 Chestnut street. Remember Tuesday, October 19, the Black and White Ball at Lorin Hall, South Berkeley, Admission 50 cents Moore-Robinson nuptials on Saturday evening, October 2nd. Miss Evelyn H. Holder Moore and Mr. Benjamin A. Robinson were joined together in Holy wedlock at St. Augustine Mission by Rev. Father D. Wallace. The church was beautifully decorated and the altar was bedecked with white astors and ferns. The groom, best man, and ushers took their places at the altar as Mrs Beatrice Simm played Mendelssohn's wedding march. Then entered Mrs Hilda King, matron of honor, who wore pale pink crepe de chine trimmed with rose buds, she wore a pink chiffon hat with velvet streamers tied beneath the chin and carried a bouquet of white carnations and ferns. Next entered Miss Mellanee Brown, first bridesmaid. She wore white and blue flowered taffetta silk trimmed in white lace, ornamental pearls and wreaths of rose buds. She wore a blue lace hat with velvet streamers tied beneath the chin and carried a bouquet of white carnations and ferns. Next came Miss Ruythe Massenge, second bridesmaid. She wore blue taffetta silk and a white lace hat with black velvet streamers tied beneath the chin. She also carried a bouquet of white carnations and ferns. Next entered Avis, the winnow baby daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Bowman and god daughter of the bride, who acted as flower girl and master Leon S. Daniels who acted as bride. Little Avis looked the picture of a little fairy all in white and carried a basket of rose petals. Leon was also suited in white. Behind them came the bride on her father's arm. She made a beautiful bride in a creation of white silk shadow lace and satin. The skirt was made of two flounces of the silk lace over a white silk scalloped dropped skirt. The waist was of silk net and silk lace edged with pearls. The train began in the back in the shape of a fan, then it met in the front in two points caught by a pearl ornament. The brideal veil was caught at the extreme end of the train by a bunch of orange blossoms and tull. She carried a bouquet of brides roses and lilies of the valley. Her mother wore blue silk, blue hat with ostrich plumes. Mr. Wm. Allen acted as best man and the ushers were Mr. James Bowman and Mr. Chas. Bailey. After the ceremony was performed quite boisterously at the residence that was beautifully decorated where the reception was held, wishing the newly married couple a happy voyage on the matrimonial sea, Mr. and Mrs. Robinson reparted about 11:30 P. M. on their honeymoon trip. Following is a list of wedding presents: Basemore, rug; Mr. F. Cann and V. Whippe, set of bureau shams; Mrs. Grace Jones and daughter, one pair candalabras; Mr. and Mrs. H Bridgewater, one-half dozen cut glass water tumbers; Mr. S. L. Smith, hand painted china vase; Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Malcolm $10; Mr. and Mrs. Masengale and family, handsome sofa pillow; Miss Jennifer Curtis, silver inlaid sugar bowl and cream pitcher; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williams, silver olive dish and fork. The groom purchased the spacious home from the bride's parents, renovated it inside and out and presented it to the bride as his wedding gift. Presiding Elder J. H. Wilson and family left San Francisco Wednesday for Los Angeles to reside permanently. The Mothers' Charity Club will give a unique character social on Monday evening, October 25, at 15th street A. M. E. church. Spanish beans and rice will be served. Admission ten cents. Mrs. Lulu Monroe, chairman. The public is asked to come out and help a worthy club of women that are trying to do charity work by making little children comfortable and helping needy families. Remember on October 29, at Magnolia Hall you will get nice hot chittertins prepared by the best cooks. Rev. J. L. Lewis of Tulare, who has been attending the General Baptist Association, left for his home Monday evening. John A. Wilds is in receipt of a message that the Rev. J. M. Brown who has been appointed to the 15th street A. M. E. church, left Topeka Tuesday and will preach next Sunday, October 17th, at 11 a. m. if nothing happens. Mrs. Annie Hughes has broken up housekeeping and has gone to live with her son Alvin and family in San Francisco. Mrs. Harvey Carr of Gilbert street, was operated on for appendicitis at the Merritt Hospital this week. She is improving. Mr. Bagsby of Marysville, the corresponding Secretary of the General Baptist Association, was in our midst this week, visiting the Fair and sightseeing. COLORED SOLDIERS HERE. Captain Penrose and his gallant 24th Infantry will be stationed at the Presidio for a few months. Their splendid work at the Philippine Islands has a tendency to bring about some considerations and the Government has seen fit to place them upon a reservation where they can see sunshine once a year anyhow. They have proven beyond doubt by the way they have acted in the past, to be one of the finest behaved companies in the service, and the Government is to be congratulated on placing them in the restitution throughout the United States with their Captain has been one of the best beyond a doubt. And the San Francisco Chronicle mentioned the fact that they were coming and what a splendid set of men they were. ZION NOTES The Zion church on Geary near Webster street, was packed last Sunday by a most representative audience of Frisco. The church is rapidly becoming a public center where the gospel story is told in its relation to modern questions of race, society and morals. The Rev. Jones has opened a reading room, where Negro papers and magazines are kept on file for all who may desire to read them. Fresh every Monday morning papers edited by members of our own race, Boston, New York, Chicago, Indianapolis and the south, as well as our own two weekly publications. Next Sunday morning Dr. Jones will preach on "The Saved Hartlot," at night "Jonah and the Whale." The pastor goes to Conference next week. Last Sunday for dollar money. The members of Bournemouth Circle invite all companions and members of A. O. of Foresters, and friends to attend their dance on October 29, at Magnolia hall. Come out and help us. Hot lunch and chitterlins will be served. Admission 25 cents. ST. AUGUSTINE'S MISSION. Services the past Lord's Day were well attended. The stranger is still in our midst and is still welcome as usual. All members are expected to take up afresh the work for the fall and winter. Confirmation classes are now being formed. The choir has begun regular practice on Friday nights. Next Sunday the soloist at the offerto will be Miss Etta Randolph. ST. PAUL'S, SAN FRANCISCO Services are held at the chapel on the first and third Tuesday nights. Confirmation instruction will be given after these services. Rev. S. W. Hawkins, and his people entertained the Annual Association, consisting of seventeen churches, the woman's Sunday Schools, and Young Peoples' conventions, although the carpenters were at the same time re-folding the house of worship. The messengers say: They have never been cared for and entertained better by any pastor and church. FOR RENT. Mrs. F. Bolmer has neatly furnished rooms and apartments for rent, Prices reasonable. One block from S. P. local and on the west 8th street car line, 1167 8th street. Phone Oak. 8232. Phone Oakland 665 T. F. BLAKE DRUGGIST 1158 Seventh St. Oakland, Cal. Hours 10 a. m. to 9 p. m MADAME NORMANDE Palmist, Clairvoyant, Astrologis Readings 50 cents Speaks French, German and English 907 Washington Street OAKLAND, CAL "Charity Begins at Home" Let it be at the Old Peoples H ANNUAL HALLOWE'EN MASQUE Let it be at the Id Peoples Hor UAL HALLOWE'EN MASQUERAD Old Peoples Home ANNUAL HALLOWE'EN MASQUERADE BALL FRIDAY EVENING OCT. 29, 1915 At 1 Thirteenth and Clay Streets, Oakland Prizes for Best Sustain It should be our duty to help sup a monument to the heroic struggle o MISS Committee: Madams E. Brown, H Beautiful And Mu Entitle A Little Will Give T By the NORTH OAKLAND BAP Prizes for Best Sustained Characters should be our duty to help support this institu- tion to the heroic struggle of a few fruitful w MISS. M. JONES, C tee: Madams E. Brown, H. Tilghman and Beautiful Conta And Musical ntitle A Little House Kee Will Give Their NORTH OAKLAND BAPTIST SUNDAY Prizes for Best Sustained Characters It should be our duty to help support this institution, which is a monument to the heroic struggle of a few fruitful women. MISS. M. JONES, Chairman. Committee: Madams E. Brown, H. Tilghman and L. Crabb Beautiful Contato And Musical Entitle A Little House Keeper Will Give Their By the NORTH OAKLAND BAPTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL FRIDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 5 At the Church Twenty-Ninth Street and San Pablo Avenue Admission 25 cents OGDEN ROUIE To East 4 Dailey Trains GDEN ROUT To East 4 Dailey Trains OGDEN ROUTE To East 4 Dailey Trains OAKLAND TO CHICAGO "Overland ..Limited" Extra Fare $10.00 Leave Oakland 16th St. Station 4:31 "Overland .Limited" Extra Fare $10.00 Leave Oakland 16th St. Station 4:31 P.M. "Overland Limited" Extra Fare $10.00 Leave Oakland 16th St. Station 4:31 P. M. "Pacific Limited" Leave Oakland 16th St. Station 10:54 A. M. "San Francisco Limited" Leave Oakland 16th St. Station 2:52 P. M. 40 Miles of San Francisco Bay Shore. Orchards en route. Canyon of the American River. Blue Canyon, Donner Lake. Truckee River Region. Great Salt Lake Cut Off. Devil's Slide, Echo and Weber Canyons. Best Dining Car Service in America. Automatic Electric Block Safety Signals. outhern Pacific Southern Pacific For Fares and Berths, ask Agents. or Oakland 16th St. Station. Phone Oakland Oakland 1st & Broadway Station. Phone Oak Oakland 7th & Broadway Station. Phone Oak Oakland 1st & Broadway. Phone Oakland Oakland 7th & Broadway. Phone Oakland Richardson C. f. Malley D. F. & P. Agt. City Tkt. Agt and 16th St. Station. Phone Oakland 1458 and 1st & Broadway Station. Phone Oakland and 7th & Broadway Station. Phone Oakland Oakland 1st & Broadway. Phone Oakland 79 Oakland 7th & Broadway. Phone Oakland 7 son C. J. Malley P. Agt. City Tkt. Agt Ci Oakland 16th St. Station. Phone Oakland 1458. Oakland 1st & Broadway Station. Phone Oakland 7960. Oakland 7th & Broadway Station. Phone Oakland 738. Oakland 1st & Broadway. Phone Oakland 7960 Oakland 7th & Broadway. Phone Oakland 738 Phone Lakeside 532 PLUMBING REPAIR Tinning, Plumbing, Gas Fitting and C PLUMBING REPAIRED ing, Plumbing, Gas Fitting and General Jo Tinning, Plumbing, Gas Fitting and General Jobbing Stoves Set Up and Water Backs Made All Work Absolutely Guaranteed. W ALLEN W ALLEN 1926 CHESTNU1 STREET Clark Bros FLORISTS CHRYSANTHEMUMS, VIOLETS, ORCHIDS, CA ROSES. Clay Street at Twelfth Oakland, Cal. Clark Bros FLORISTS NTHEMUMS, VIOLETS, ORCHIDS, CA ROSES. Clay Street at Twelfth Oakland, Cal. FLORISTS CHRYSANTHEMUMS, VIOLETS, ORCHIDS, CARNATIONS, ROSES. Clay Street at Twelfth Oakland, Cal. 11/0 GAUL'S MARKET GROCERIES AND MEATS Corner Twelfth and Poplar Streets Vegetables, Fruit and Game Oakland, Cal. A. J. PROVOST CO. THE "LIGHT HOUSE" Gas and Electrical Supplies Flash Lights Repaired Flash Lights Flash Light Bulbs Flash Light Batteries A. J. PROVOST CO. 825 Broadway OAKLAND, CAL. --- --- ADMISSION 25c des Home MASQUERADE BALL GRAND MARCH 9 P. M. tained Characters support this institution, which is one of a few fruitful women. ISS. M. JONES, Chairman. H. H. Tilghman and L. Crabb Contato Musical House Keeper Their APSTIST SUNDAY SCHOOL church d San Pablo Avenue 25 cents ROUIE East Trains CHICAGO "Limited" $10.00 Station 4:31 P. M. Pacific Ehs, ask Agents. Phone Oakland 1458. tion. Phone Oakland 7960. tion. Phone Oakland 738. Phone Oakland 7960 . Phone Oakland 738 Valley P. E. Crabtree t. Agt City Pass Agt. Reside 532 REPAIRED ing and General Jobbing LEN ISTS ISTS, ORCHIDS, CARNATIONS, ES. Cat Twelfth L, Cal. Bakery Phone Oakland 4220 NEW LIBERTY BAKERY JACOB RENZ. Proprietor Restaurant, Coffee and Lunch Parlors 711 WASHINGTON ST. Oakland California I will not disclose any personal information about you. At Foresters' Hall He admits he he's beaten before he begins. "I Can't" sees as mountains what bolder eyes Recognize as mole hills; ambition dies, And leaves him complaining in helpless wrath, When the first obstacle blocks his path. "I Can't" has a notion that, out of spite, He's being cheated of what's his right. The men who succeed by hard work and pluck, He envises and sneers at as "Fools for luck!" "I Can't" is a loafer, who won't admit That his life's the mess he has made of it; The treasure that's sparkling beneath his ey,. He thinks he can't reach—and won't even try. "I Can't" has a feeling the world's in debt About past failures, and whine, "I can't!" —Charles R. Barrett. "I WILL!" "I Will" has a spirit that nothing daunts: Once he gets his eye on the thing he wants He rolls up his sleeves and he pitches in With a splendid zeal that is bound to win. "I Will" never hesitates lest he fail— In his heart he's sure that he will prevail. No mountain can halt him, however high; There's no task so hard but he'll have a try. "I Will" sets his teeth when things start off wrong; He just grins, and mutters: "This can't last long. I'll take a fresh start; and Adversity Will be going some if he catches me." "I Will" has a punch hid in either hand; He has training, strength, and a heap of sand; He swings his hard fists in the world's grim face, And he bangs away till the world gives place. "I Will" understands in his own strength lies The one chance he'll get at the things men prize. Discouragement, failure—nothing can chill The stout heart of him who declares "I will!" —Charles R. Barrett. Under the heading of Brown't Bargains we offer the following: A beautiful 6 room 2-story Queen Ann house; beam ceiling, built-in bookcase; dining room and parlor 18 by 28; three large, sunny bedrooms, with two closets each; white enamel finish; electric and gas lights; the lot is 40x120, on the north side of the street, between Grove street and San Pablo avenue, only three minutes' walk to cars and jitney service. This house was built four years ago at a cost (for house and lot) of $4800. My price today is only $220 for the whole thing; $400 down and $20 per month, including the interest at 6 per cent pe. annum. Pitch In. And the above description describes the following. A 7-room square house, 2-story; Price $340; $300 down. A pair of flats on Grove street, $7,500; $1,000 down. A 6 room cottage, between Grove and Telegraph avenue, $3,900; $500 down. A 7 room 2 story Queen Ann; needs a coat of paint; lot 50x150; $2,500 cash. A 5 room H. B. cottage; hardwood floors; near Telegraph; $2,900; $200 cash. If you have a lot or a piece of property in Texas or in Maine I can exchange it for any property here in California you may desire. If you have only a little money and want to start buying a home, just get your ideas together with your money, and I can help you. I have been seven years in the real estate business and know it very well; have saved money for others, and can save you money if you will only let me. I have a thousand homes for sale and in every locality of Oakland, Berkeley and Alameda, San Francisco and about the bay, and will sell them to you as cheap, and in many cases cheaper, than the man of the opposite race will. Awaiting your call my I am. Look me up; I am here to serve my people. I am a race man. I have a homesteads and all kinds of legal documents; appraise property and give mortgages, notes, contracts, wills, estimates. Sincerely yours, L. A. BROWN, 715 Broadway, Rooms 1 and 2, Oakland, Cal. Phone Oakland 1723. 6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Stanisław Dziuba, deceased. Notice is hereby given by the undersigned Executrix of the estate of Stanisław Dziuba, deceased, to the creditors of and all nersions having claims against the said deceased, to exhibit them with the necessary vouchers, within four (4) months after the first publication of this notice, to the said Executrix, at the office of Geo. Ingraham, 812 Broadway, Oakland, room 59, which said office the undersigned selects as her place of business in all matters held by the said estate of Stanisław Dziuba, deceased. LUDWIKA DZIUBA, Executrix of the estate of Stanisław Dziuba, deceased. Dated Oakland, April 9th, 1915. GEO. INGRAHAM, 812 Broadway, Oakland, room 59, Attorney for Executrix. -