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Gen. Wood's Position on Law and Order "Law and order come first in my mind as essentials for the stability of the government and the happiness and contentedness of every citizen—white, red, black or yellow." From Chicago Speech, Feb. 12, '20 GROWING, THANK YOU! $2.00 a Year. 5c a Copy Gen. W "Law and order ness and content PRESIDENT WILSON WONS RAIL BILL Carries Seven Requestments Which Colored America Council Believes Will Prove Remedial Legislation Against Jim Crow Car System— Monitor Does Not Concur in This Opinion. MEASURE ONLY THINLY VEILED COMPROMISE Zone Provision Localizing Cost of Objectionable Discriminatory System in South Satisfactory to That Section—Weakens Opposition of Other Sections Relieved From Sharing Expense. (Special to The Monitor by Walter J. Singleton, Staff Correspondent.) WASHINGTON, D. C., March 8.—The signing of the rail bill by President Wilson brings to a successful close a year of vigorous campaigning against discriminatory accommodations for colored people on common carriers. The Colored American Council, formed last year at the suggestion of friendly congressmen who desired to have a local organization in touch with the colored thought with which they could confer on matters affecting the colored race, has been largely instrumental in accomplishing important legal reforms which will, if properly taken advantage of, be far reaching in their effect on the Jim Crow car system of the southern states. "While not accomplishing the council's maximum programme of eliminating all possibility of discrimination by providing for identical accommodations. I do not see at this time how the Jim Crow car system can long withstand the attacks which the council will make upon it," said Mr. George H. Murray, general counsel for the organization to a representative of The Monitor yesterday. "The chief danger now will lie in the attempts of persons not familiar with the detailed changes in the law to bring ill timed and ill considered actions against the carriers before an improper tribunal." The council, whose affairs are directed by Henry Lassiter, L. M. Hershaw, Daniel Murray, Virgil P. Franklin, Justice E. M. Hewlett, Walter J. Singleton, Morrisey Koontz J. E. Johnson and George H. Murray began its work with the preparation of House Roll No. 376 (known as the Madden bill) by its general counsel. This bill after being approved by the council and Congressman Madden was introduced in the house by the latter and referred to the committee on interstate and foreign commerce. Copies of the bill were sent broadcast through the country seeking the critical opinion of the persons affected thereby. Encouraged by the unanimous wave of approval which the bill met the council, through Congressman Madden and Chairman Esch of the house interstate commerce committee, arranged a hearing before the committee upon the proposition to make the bill and amendment to Title Four of the pending rail bill, then in process of making. The hearing took place on September 5, 1919. Appearing at that time for the council were Hon, Martin B. Madden, Mr. George H. Murray, Arthur W. Mitchell, Lieutenant Thomas M. Gregory, Captain Louis B. Mehlinger and Edwin B. Henderson. The powerful case put in at that time against the Jim Crow car reacted very strongly upon the white south whose lobbyists immediately set to work to counteract its effect. It is said, in this connection, that a plan of the southern lobbyists to bring five prominent Negroes before the committee to oppose the amendment was frustrated by the simple device of advancing the date of the hearing from September 9 to September 5. In order to relieve southern tension Chairman Esch gave out on September 9 to the Washington correspondent of the Atlanta Constitution his now famous interview indicating the extent to which the committee was willing to go in remedial legislation. But this newspaper interview did not preclude his bringing the whole matter before the subcommittee charged with preparing (Continued on Page Two) THE MONITOR A NATIONAL WEEKLY NEWSPAPER DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF COLORED AMERICANS. THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, Editor LEFT HALF MILLION TO HIS SECRETARY Noted Herb Doctor Bequeaths Bulk of Estate to Former Patient, Who Became His Secretary. Harrodsburg, Ky., March 10.—Miss Bessie Garland, white, private secretary to the late "Dr." J. S. Anderson, noted herb doctor, who died here recently will get the bulk of the dead man's estate unless two sisters who were left a house and lot, put up a fight. Bessie came to the doctor as a patient, was cured, and became his private secretary. The "doctor" was a pure-blooded Negro and worked by means of herbs. His estate consisted of four lots, six buildings in Kingston, Tenn., $37,400 worth of farm lands in Pulaski county and an auto. Kentucky Republicans Elect Colored Delegate Padueah Physician Defeats Roscoe Conklin Simmons and Other Aspirants for Coveted Honor of Representing State at National Convention—Alternate Also Chosen. BLUE GRASS STATE SETS AN EXAMPLE LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 10.—That the Blue Grass state intends to give due and merited recognition to that large element which constitutes the most loyal and dependable section of the republican party has just been demonstrated by the active participation of colored men and women in the republican state convention held here last week. In this respect Kentucky has set a good example for other states to follow. The convention at its session Wednesday, March 4, endorsed A. T. Hart, Governor E. P. Morrow, Mrs. John Glover South, Frankfort, and Dr. S. H. George of Paducah, as the four delegates from the state at large to the republican national convention in Chicago. The convention voted that they shall be uninstructed. Alternate delegates from the state at large were elected as follows: S. Green Garrett, Winchester; Dr. Ben L. Bruner, Louisville; Mrs. John W. Langley, Pikesville, and Dr. George F. David, Lexington. Governor Morrow and Hart, national committeeman from Kentucky, and Mrs. South, daughter of the late Senator W. O. Bradley, were indorsed unanimously. A contest, however raged for more than four hours as to who should be selected from the colored contingent for fourth delegate from the state at large. Four nominations were made and after much excitement a vote by counties was taken. Dr. George won over the veteran Louisville politician, Roscoe Conklin Simmons; Dr. George David of Lexington and Prof. George W. Saffel, Shelbyville. WILBERFORCE RAISES $80,000 IN ONE DAY Wilberforce, Ohio, March 10.—Wilberforce University went "over the top" with its "Victory Rally" last week on Founders' Day by raising $80,000 in one day. This is the largest sum that has ever been raised for education among our people in the history of the race. By the first Sunday in April the sum is expected to be $100,000. Money raised by districts: Fifth Episcopal, Bishop C. S. Smith, $3,500; Fourth Episcopal, Bishop L. J. Coppin, $8,000. First Episcopal, Bishop Evans Tyree, nothing; Third Episcopal, Bishop Joshua Jones, $33,500 and pledges, $35,000. Bishop Jones, president of the trustees' board and presides over the Third district, is responsible for this great awakening among the Methodists. URGE HINDENBURG FOR GERMAN PRESIDENCY Berlin, March 7.—Field Marshal von Hindenburg's candidacy for the president of Germany is strongly urged in an appeal that has just been issued here. The appeal, according to the Morgan Post, is the outcome of an agreement between the German nationalist party and the people's party. OMAHA, NEBRASKA, MARCH 11, 1920 JATRO/EDLER MIDDLE COURT COLLEGE GROUP OF COLORED BUSINESS MEN LAUNCH MERCANTILE ENTERPRISE Incorporate Under Name of the Cooperative Workers of America, With Capital of $100,000.00 TO HAVE SIX HUNDRED AND TWENTY STOCKHOLDERS Purchase Business Block at 1516-1518 North Twenty-fourth Street for Department Store MR. John W. Gordon, president of the Co-operative Workers of America, made the following statement respecting the mercantile enterprise which the company is now launching: The organization of the Co-operative Workers of America, a $100,000 buying and selling corporation, marks the beginning of a new era in business for colored people in the central west. This company is incorporated under the laws of the state of Nebraska, and has received permission from the bureau of securities to sell $100.000 worth of its capital stock. The company has just signed an option contract to purchase the business block at 1516-1518 North Twenty-fourth street, in which to open a department store. tainable, which will enable it to sell at a correspondingly reasonable one. Another feature about this company is that all employees in permanent grades shall be stockholders; they will not be working for the company alone, but for themselves as well. In so far as it has been possible to provide against untoward contingencies, provision has been made, and the officers and members of this company confidently assert that the success of the enterprise is not only assured, but that it will surpass the expectations of the most sanguine persons. From the very start, the store will give employment to from thirty to forty young women and young men. Applications for positions will be received just as soon as it is announced that the general manager has arrived and assumed his duties. The reason for organizing this com- The present plan contemplates that the store will be opened just as soon as possession can be obtained, and the necessary remodeling is finished, which we expect to be by June 1, 1920, if not earlier. Only six hundred and twenty persons can purchase stock in the company. Stock has already been reserved for 170 persons, leaving the number of 450. No person can purchase more than five shares of stock nor less than one share. The stock is $100 per share, and may be purchased by a payment of 10 per cent, when the subscription contract is signed, and $10 or more per month until the stock is paid for. The money paid for the stock shall be applied on the purchase price of the building and paid for stock which shall be sold in the store, making due allowance for expenses allowed by law in companies of this character. In this way, the company will have real value back of every certificate of stock it issues. One of the reasons for forming a company of this character was not only to get into the commercial world, but to get in there to stay. There will be 620 persons financially interested in the enterprise, which will mean, including their families, that there will be 1,800 persons who will buy from the store. The average daily expenditure for each person will be, for food and clothing, about $1, or a gross income from the owners of the store of $1,800 per day. This alone assures the success of the enterprise, but we will also sell to the whole public, which, added to the certain income, will make big business, near or not quite $1,000,000 per year gross. This, of course, depends upon efficient management. The company is engaging a general manager for this enterprise who has had fifteen years of successful experience in the mercantile business. It is also joining a central buying agency in order that its stock may be purchased at the lowest figure ob- tainable, which will enable it to sell at a correspondingly reasonable one. Another feature about this company is that all employees in permanent grades shall be stockholders; they will not be working for the company alone, but for themselves as well. In so far as it has been possible to provide against untoward contingencies, provision has been made, and the officers and members of this company confidently assert that the success of the enterprise is not only assured, but that it will surpass the expectations of the most sanguine persons. From the very start, the store will give employment to from thirty to forty young women and young men. Applications for positions will be received just as soon as it is announced that the general manager has arrived and assumed his duties. The reason for organizing this company is obvious. Colored people must enter the higher forms of modern business, just as other races have been doing for hundreds and thousands of years, and they must take the best features of business organization, as this company has done in this case, and make it successful from the beginning. Through a company of this character we can combine our small capital and create something. For, as has been truthfully said many times, the way to get clerks in stores is to combine your small funds and open stores; the way to give employment to colored young men and women is to create something where they may be employed; it is not enough to sit down and lament the failure of boys and girls to get employment in the large stores that are already in successful operation. The Co-operative Workers of America is giving a practical answer to the problem of life and work; it is bold enough to start a big enterprise on the faith it has in the colored people to join it and make it theirs. In a short time branch stores will be established in other parts of the city, and in other states, and then will come a bank of our own and other enterprises which follow success in the business world. The picture of our first home which is shown in the column above will mark the beginning. It will be interesting to watch the store grow. Everything that is up to date will be a part of the store, and you will be as close to it as your telephone. The temporary office of the company is at No. 19 Patterson Block, Douglas 3854, where the secretary will be glad to see any one who wishes further information about this undertaking. The officers of this company are: John W. Gordon, president; Samuel W. Mills, treasurer. Jackson Davis, vice president; Z. C. Snowden, secretary; Walter Webber is chairman of the board of directors. OKLAHOMA COLORED GIRL GETS $1,000,000 ESTATE She Executes Deed of Trust to Property to Prevent Being Dispossessed. Muskogee, Okla., March 10.—Sarah Rector, 18 years old, is Oklahoma's first Negro millionaire heiress. Fearing an attempt to get possession of the wealth she inherited, the girl voluntarily executed a deed of trust covering all. Two men who have been guardians will administer her affairs. Execution of the deed of trust probably will quash a petition filed by the girl's mother to have her declared incompetent and for the appointment of a guardian. Enjoins Sale of the Chicago Defender Pine Bluff Judge Has Presumption to Place Ban Upon Sale of Chicago Newspaper in Jefferson County, Arkansas, and Authorizes Arrest of Any Person in Whose Possession a Copy Is Found. HIGH-HANDED PROCEEDINGS; WITHOUT PRECEDENT (Special to The Monitor.) PINE Bluff Ark., March 10.—Highhanded proceedings which strike at the very foundation of the freedom of the press have been inaugurated here by the issuance a short time ago of an injunction by Chancellor John M. Elliott, restraining John Young, jr., or any other person from circulating The Chicago Defender here or in Jefferson county. The injunction is so drastic and sweeping in its provisions that it can not possibly stand any fair legal test, if carried before a higher tribunal. The injunction was granted on the request of Mayor Mack C. Hollis and city attorney following the receipt of copies of the newspaper which gave a scandalous and false report of the murder of Officer C. C. Lynn, who was shot by George Vicks Thursday, February 5. Under the injunction the police, sheriff and constable are authorized to seize every copy of the paper found and to arrest anyone in whose possession a copy is found. Vicks, the crazed man, was raising a "rough house" with his landlady and had ran out all of the occupants of the house by shooting at them and officers were called to protect the victims of his wrath and before City Detective Lynn could reach the house he was shot down in cold blood about fifty yards from the house. There was not the least semblance of race trouble. WOMEN DELEGATES TO SUFRAGE LEAGUE Chicago, March 10.—Mrs. Beatrice Grady of St. Louis, was one of the delegates from her state to the American Suffrage League, composed of women that met here last week. Mrs. Eliza McCoy of Detroit, and Mrs. Thomas Fleming of Cleveland, were also present as alternates. Feeling secure that the amendment is as good as adopted, these women will work to educate their sex how to use the ballot. RALPH W. TYLER ACCEPTS NEW POSITION Cleveland, O., March 10.—Ralph W. Tyler, assumed the management of the American office of the Economic News Exchange, with offices in the Superior building this city. This news bureau serves daily newspapers throughout the country with foreign and home news. Mr. Tyler, however, will continue to hold down the position of managing editor of The Cleveland Advocate, in which he is interested. JAPANESE TROOPS WILL QUIT SIBERIA IN APRIL Tokio, March 10.—The cabinet has approved the withdrawal of the Japanese troops from Siberia in April, after the repatriation of the Czecho-Slovak contingents has been completed. It is expected that the Czechs will all be on their way home by March 20. Vol. V. No. 36 (Whole No. 245) WOMAN DISMISSED BY SUPERINTENDENT Miss Hall, Teacher in the Girls' Industrial School at Geneva, Loses Position Because She Declines to Eat at Same Table With Miss Lucas. Who Has Been Employed as Instructor of Colored Pupils. THREATENS TO INSTITUTE LEGAL PROCEEDINGS Dismissed Teacher Brings Her Case Before Member of Board of Control Who Declines to Act-Monitor Comments on Incident and Shows Inconsistency of Inviting Segregation on One Hand and Fighting It on the Other. INCOLN, March 10.—Miss Marga- ret Hall, teacher at the Industrial School for Girls at Geneva, Neb., has lost her job. She was incontinently "fired" by Mrs. Clara Treat, superintendent, when she refused to resign on request, following an argument over dining at the same table at which a colored instructess was seated. The colored teacher, Miss Lucas, had been brought to the school to instruct the seven colored girls there and although her pupils were segregated she was permitted to eat with the white teachers. Miss Hall, who is of southern extraction, refused to sit at the same table. Mrs. Treat gave Miss Hall the option of eating with Miss Lucas or resigning and the white teacher would do neither. Then the superintendent dismissed her. Miss Hall compelled Mrs. Treat to write out the dismissal in pen and ink and state the reasons therefor. Miss Hall arrived in Lincoln Saturday evening and called on one of the members of the state board of control, Clark Oberlies. Mr. Oberlies refused to take any action. Miss Hall asserts she will either be reinstated or will institute legal proceedings against Mrs. Treat and the county. THE GENEVA AFFAIR. THE superintendent of the State Industrial School for Girls at Geneva was perfectly right in insisting that Miss Hall, who refused to sit at the teacher's table with Miss Lucas, should either conform to the regulations of the school or resign. The spirit which Miss Hall manifested needs to be rebuked. It is wholly unworthy refined and cultivated people, and is given entirely too much deference and consideration even from those who disapprove of it. Miss Lucas who is a young woman of pleasing personality, charming manners and liberal education, being a native of Iowa and a graduate of the university of that state, and an experienced teacher is a valuable acquisition to the teaching corps of any institution. Born and reared in an Iowa town in which hers was the only family or color, and highly respected, her associating with members of the other race is not a new or strange experience to her. The Monitor, however, would not be true to its convictions were we to fail to point out that Miss Lucas by her acceptance of the position tendered her, with its limitations, has lent encouragement to the very thing to which she is opposed. She, as we understand it, has been employed to teach only the seven colored girls who are at present inmates of this state institutions. These seven constitute but a small percentage of the total membership of the school. The school authorities have deemed it wise, contrary to the law of the state, of Nebraska which neither contemplates nor makes any provision for such separation, to segregate these seven girls and employ a special teacher for them. Why? Miss Lucas, who is eminently qualified for teaching should have been employed simply as a teacher in the State Industrial School for Girls, upon the same terms and conditions as any other teacher and had assigned to her any and all pupils belonging to the grade to which she was assigned. We regret that Miss Lucas yielded to doubtless well-meaning but ill-advised (Continued on Page Four.) 2 REFUSES TO ABANDON DECEMBER AGREEMENT Washington, D. C., March 10.—President Wilson accepts with reservations the proposal of the British and French premiers that Italy and Jugo-Slavia undertake a settlement of the Adriatic question. He says if Italy and Jugo-Slavia prefer to abandon the so-called buffer state containing an overwhelming majority of Jugo-Slavs, and desire to limit the proposed free state to the corpus separatum of Flume, placing the sovereignty in the league of nations without either Italian or Jugo-Slav control, the United States is willing to leave the determination of the common frontier to Italy and Jugo-Slavia. The president says he cannot "possibly join" in the premiers' suggestion that the memorandum settlement of December 9 be withdrawn, declares that "Albanian questions should not be included in the proposed joint discussions" and reiterates that the United States cannot approve of the execution of the terms of the treaty of London. Hopes for Co-operation. Finally he expresses "the earnest hope that the allied governments will not find it necessary to decide on a course which the American government, in accordance with its reiterated statement, will be unable to follow." The president's note to the premiers was dispatched Thursday by the allied supreme council at London. Meantime, direct negotiations between Jugo-Slavia and L Italy are proceeding. BO COLORED EDITORS MEAN TO PUSSYFOOT? Indianapolis, Ind., March 9.—As I have been a constant reader of your splendid paper for over a year I would like to submit to you the following statement which I hope you will find space in your paper to print. I have received 102 letters from editors all over the country which on the whole expressed this sentiment, "I am not particularly interested in who is the nominee of the republican party. It matters not what his name may be or what his vocation may be, if he is right on the question affecting my race and the business of this country, he is my candidate." I am in complete sympathy with the thought that the candidate must be right on the race question. I would be a traitor if I were not, and I, also, believe that the candidate of the republican party must be an out and out American concerned primarily with the business of this country like Lincoln of old and the late Theodore Roosevelt. I take direct exception to the statement that it matters not what his (the candidate's) name may be; because, first this statement means nothing but evasion of the issue and savors of the usual political pussy-footing, and secondly, because back of a candidate's name is the man and his record both of which can be studied. One hundred and twenty-three editors have fearlessly chosen General Wood as the champion of the square deal to all men. What is the matter with the 102? The facts, the past records, and the present utterances and platform of General Leonard Wood are open to all alike. Are we to forever go on leading only where there is darkness? I think the colored people of the United States are entitled to know that General Wood is right on our question, that he is the only candidate up to date to openly champion the cause of every American, white or black, who is in trouble, and that it does matter to 2,000,000 colored voters what the candidate's name is for president of the greatest democracy in the world. N. A. A. C. P. BRIEFS. Sunday, March 7, the N. A. A. C. P. met at Tabernacle hall, Twenty-fourth and Patrick avenue, Mrs. Jessie Hale Moss, the president, in the chair. The meeting was called to order promptly at 4 p. m. Invocation by Mr. H. L. Anderson. Reports of the various committees were called for. The committee that visited the Labor Temple Tuesday evening, March 2, on invitation extended this association by the National Freedom Foundation and Liberty Leagge, gave its report through Mr. H. J. Pinkett. Report was tabled until a hearing could come from New York. The coming of Dean Pickens was discussed and St. John's A. M. E. church, Twenty-fourth and Grant streets, was decided on as the place to have him speak, March 29. The address given by Mr. Lemma on "Woman Suffrage" was greatly appreciated by all who heard him. The meeting adjourned at 6 p.m. to meet at 4 p.m., Sunday, March 14, at the Tabernacle hall. Derived by using Electrical Appliances in the home. We are now offering A. B. C. WASHERS WITH SWING WRINGERS AT $135.00 that beat, as they sweep, as they clean, and when used regularly in the home eliminate both spring and fall house-cleaning "Your Electric Service Company" Farnam at Fifteenth 2314 M St., South Side PRESIDENT WILSON SIGNS RAIL BILL (Continued From Page One.) the rail bill. One republican and the democratic members of the sub-committee combined to defeat the proposal to include it in the rail bill. Chairman Esch and Hon. Edward L. Hamilton of Michigan, a newly discovered friend of the colored race, voted in the affirmative. No record vote was taken in the full commerce committee on sustaining the majority vote against the amendment in the sub-committee. When the rail bill was brought into the house Chairman Esch informed Mr. Madden, who was greatly disappointed at the omission of his matter, that he had sought to weave the substance of its provisions into the text of the bill. Not satisfied, however, to trust the committee amendments to the treacherous sands of general debate, Mr. Madden carried the proposition to the floor. After attempts to avoid a straight vote by the point of order route had been frustrated by Congressman Walsh of Massachusetts, presiding in the committee of the whole who ruled the amendment in order over the determined protest of Congressman Barkley of Kentucky, democratic member of the sub-committee framing the bill, the amendment was defeated by a vote of 143 to 12, many northern republicans joining with the solid south. Three of the twelve affirmative votes were northern democrats. In view of the fact that the council had been led to believe by republican leaders that the amendment would receive general party support the adverse vote came as a distinct surprise. The response of the colored race was immediate and unmistakably bitter. Every agency of the colored race was brought into play to support the amendment in the senate where Senator Joseph I. France had introduced it to allay the intense feeling. Here it was again rejected but no record was made of the vote. Pressure was maintained upon the confeerees by the officials of the council and when the conference report was brought in a further effort was made by Congressman Madden and Riddick in case the conference report was rejected to secure a recommendation from the house, according to an amendment prepared by Mr. Murray, limiting the operating expense which the interstate commerce commission might lawfully include in rate and fare making so as to exclude the cost of operating Jim Crow cars. In the interim Mr. Murray took a hand in the wage controversy between the railroad administration and railway employees by laying before the confeerees by the elimination of the Jim Crow car as a source of additional wages. This phase of the matter was also laid before President Wilson. The adoption of the conference report on the rail bill ended the campaign of the council in connection with the rail bill and having the Madden bill still pending in committee it will now take up the work THE MONITOR The work of the council is accomplished largely through private conferences with members of the house and senate. Little or no publicity is given to its work in order to forestall hostile newspaper criticism. Frequent parties to these conferences have been Congressmen Madden, Riddick of Montana, Hays of Kansas, Whit, Mason of Illinois, who is also in charge of the council's joint resolution (House Roll Joint resolution No. 75) for the appointment of a race commission, Green of Massachusetts, chairman of the republican caucus committee, and Browning of New Jersey. Up to this time personal subscriptions of the members of the council have financed the work with supplementary aid obtained from one or two local churches by Justices Terrel and Hewlett and Mr. Murray. Specific amendments secured by the council and Congressman Madden, or supported by them are seven in number. The first clarifies the ambiguity of Section 1 of the commerce and provides for just and reasonable fares and charges. The second extends the car service act (approved May 27, 1917) to passenger traffic and requires carriers of passengers to furnish safe and adequate car service. The third makes unlawful discriminatory fares over connecting carriers. The fourth is aimed at weakening the political influences of the states over carriers by permissive consolidation under rules of the interstate commerce commission. ambiguity of time and pro- mable fares car service (17) to pas- ses carriers safe and ade- ful discrim- ecting car- weakening of the states live consoli- te interstate The fifth extends the jurisdiction of the interstate commerce commission over discriminatory intrastate and interstate fares which are discriminatory, or likely to be so. The sixth provides a new tribunal free from state control or influence where issues of law may be tried affecting rates, fares and charges alleged to be discriminatory. Amendment seven touches the Cummins proposal for the creation of rate zones. Through Congressman Madden the council had advance information long before the rail bill was formed that this proposal had strong congressional support. This will localize the cost of the Jim Crow system in the south and at the same time deprive carriers of the argument of unreasonable cost of equal separate accommodations. In addition to getting the Madden bill reported out the council's programme calls for a vigorous campaign of enforcement of the commerce act as amended by the rail bill. Give the Monitor Advertisers Your Trade Painting First G Wa O. L Tel. Dough 2 Very H Come In GH 210 How o Is the The y Who y Ladies' Suits, Dresses and Coats all new creations for this Spring. Every garment on sale at SUITS AT $45 and up CAN YOU BEAT IT? Victory Tailors 1612 Capitol Ave. The face cream that is positively guaranteed to remove all grease, shine and perspiration. COOLING, HEALING, SATISFYING. Sold by Pope Drug Co., 18th and Farnam Sts.; Williamson's Drug Co., 2306 North 24th St.; Melchor Drug Co., 4826 South 24th St.; The People's Drug Store, 111 South 14th St.; Holtz Drug Store, 2702 Cuming St.; Toben Drug Co., 2402 N St.; Jones Cultural College, 1516 North 24th St.; Unitt-Docekal Drug Co., 1625 Farnam. Mrs. B. A. Bostic, 2124 Clarke St.; Mmes. South & Johnson, 2416 Blondo; Mme. C. C. Trent, 30th and Erskine; Mme. A. T. Austin, 4911 North 42d; Mrs. Clara Chiles, 2420 Lake St. WATERS BARNHART PRINTING CO. OMAHA KAFFIR-KREAM TRADE MARK 1 Events and Persons Two dollars' worth of delightful entertainment for the small sum of 50 cents at the Roosevelt Post, American Legion, concert April 16.—Adv. Have you joined the N. A. A. C. P. yet? Why not? Messrs, Robert T. Walker and S. H. Dorsey have taken charge of the cafeteria at the M. E. Smith & Co. wholesale house and factory. For special bargains in stocks, bonds and real estate see Fred Williams, Monitor office. Douglas 3224. Mr. Garnet Tymony was called to Moberly, Mo., to be with his mother, who is seriously ill. North side taxi, J. D. Lewis, proprietor. Two limousines with heat. Stand phone, Web. 1490; residence phone, Web. 949. Mrs. Luttie Scott is improving rapidly after an attack of pneumonia at the Hamilton apartment. Everybody is planning for the big occasion, Friday, April 16. Mrs. O. Rountree, Jr., left for Chicago and Detroit, Mich., Saturday for a month's visit for her health. Wanted—Boys who are wide-awake and hustling, to sell Monitors. Apply at Monitor office, 304 Crownze block, opposite post office. Entrance 1174 North Sixteenth street. Mr. J. C. Carey has recovered from a week's illness and is back at his duties. A. P. Scruggs, Lawyer, 220 S. 18th St. D. 7812. Col. 3831—Adv. The Rev. M. H. Wilkinson, pastor of Mt. Moriah Baptist church, left Wednesday for Chicago. He will return in time for his Sunday morning services. Hear the leading artists of the city at St. John's, April, at Roosevelt Post American Legion's epoch-making entertainment.—Adv. Mrs. Jennie Secert is ill at St. Joseph's hospital, but is rapidly improving. April 16! April 16! Our day and yours. Watch The Monitor for further notice. Mrs. Eliza Lee continues quite ill at her residence, 1217 Pacific street. April 16. Of course you're going.—Adv. Mrs. Jesse L. Bean, who has been very ill for two weeks at the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Dunn, 2632 Patrick avenue, is slowly improving. For big bargains and safe investments see Fred C. Williams, Douglas 3224. A. Chisely, the well-known barber of Twenty-fourth and Paul streets, fell off a Twenty-fourth street car last Wednesday at Twentieth and Cuming street and dislocated his shoulder. Are you a member of the N. A. A. C. P.? If not, why not? The Misses Mary and Delcia Goodchild who came to Omaha for the burial of their sister, Manlicia, and who have been guests at St. Philip's rectory, left yesterday morning for their home in Chicago. The Taffy Partor, 2510 North Twenty-fourth street, has changed hands. Everybody welcome, white and colored.—Adv. Mr. Earle Riley of 2919 R street was seriously hurt a few days ago when he fell while at work at Swift & Co. and stuck a hook in his thigh. Holst Pharmacy for drugs. 2702 Cuming street Harney 691.—Adv. ZUCI Department For General 1615-17-19-1914 Millinery ZUCKER'S Department Store For General Merchandise 1615-17-19191/2 North 24th St. NEW SPRING MILLINERY OF CHARM AND BEAUTY For the holidays we w creations, displaying new R Cire Satin and Selefine Braid Maine and Hair Cloth models and lacquered wing trimme springtime colorings at price A full line of Ladies' and and Shoes, latest style Skirt plete line of children's wear For the holidays we will present copies of imported creations, displaying new Raffia Straw, combinations of Cire Satin and Selefine Braids, Italian Milan tailored Hats, Maline and Hair Cloth models in flower, ostrich, Cire ribbon and lacquered wing trimmed effects in fascinating new springtime colorings at prices that will please our patrons. A full line of Ladies' and Men's Furnishings, Dry Goods and Shoes, latest style Skirts, Waists and Aprons, a complete line of children's wear—everything at prices that mean a big saving to you. Mr. Robert Greer left Omaha Monday for Kansas City, where he will reside with his father. The members of the Meatoka class hate to lose such an earnest worker. E. F. Morearty, Lawyer, 640 Bee Bldg, Douglas S841 or Harney 2156. Mrs. Carrie Dixon, who was called home to her father's bedside at Muscatine, Ia., returned Wednesday night. Do you regularly attend church services? If not, why not? FOR SALE—Song, "I Was Over There." Write or call Miss Ella Gattin, 1513 Jackson street, Omaha, Neb. —Adv. Mrs. Minnie Tillman of 3038 L street left Saturday for Kansas City, where she will be the guest of relatives. Watch us. We are coming April 16. A chitterling supper will be given Saturday evening at the home of J. L. Betts, 2422 Erskine street.—Adv. Mr. T. L. Ferguson of Chicago was a week-end guest of Mrs. Charles Whitley. Send in your subscription for The Monitor, please. It is $2.00 a year. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stanton and infant son of Baltimore, Md., arrived in Omaha Tuesday and are stopping for the present with Mr. and Mrs. Charles Solomon on Maple street. Mr. Stanton has for the past twelve years been in the employ of Mr. Grey the new president of the Union Pacific railroad. Guaranteed plain sewing. Phone Douglas 9135.—Adv. Mr. B. Pickett of Houston, Texas, meat inspector, is in the city to remain indefinitely. A surprise birthday party was given in honor of Mrs. Molly Carr at her residence Friday evening. Those present were. Mr. and Mrs. General Scott, Mrs. L. Bailey, Mrs. Reeves, Mr. and Mrs. Felix, Mr. and Mrs. H. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Winston and Mr. Albert Miles. All rights reserved. Keep April 16 open for a date with us. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hon entertained in honor of Mr. Rucker, first sergeant, Headquarters Co., 24th Infantry of Columbus, New Mexico, and his wife, Mrs. Rucker, at 3 o'clock Sunday afternoon. Kaffir Chemical Laboratories stock, a safe and sound investment. Bought any vet?—Ady. W. E. Evans and F. Hunley, recently from Mississippi, bought out the R. H. Robinson & Leo grocery store, 1411 North Twenty-fourth street. Your patronage is solicited. Your motto is "Quick sales and small profits."—Adv. The Friday night dancing school, which has been running for less than two months is a remarkable success, which fact is due to advertising and faithful work of the instructors. The school's membership has increased from thirty-five to two hundred, most of which number attend regularly. Before you get behind in the social line, you must attend and learn the dances that are making a tremendous hit. Familiarize the "Social Ball," "I Say She Does," "Bostonia Waltz" and "The Tango Glide." To All A. F. and A. Y. M. of Omaha: W. H. Ford, 33 Degree M. P. S. G. C., whose Grand East is 2503 Sherman avenue, Kansas City, Kas., will be in our city soon. In the near future there will be given a great reception on his behalf. C. J. Goode, McKay, J. Hickman and Broadford, Commiteemen; J. A. Broadnax, G. M. KER'S ent Store Merchandise North 24th St. Department all present copies of imported raffia Straw, combinations of Hats, Italian Milan tailored Hats, in flower, ostrich, Cire ribbon effects in fascinating new s that will please our patrons. Men's Furnishings, Dry Goods s, Waists and Aprons, a com- —everything at prices that NOTICE THE MONITOR Alfred Jones, whom his host of friends among both races call "Al," retired March 1 from the management of the Castle hotel cafe, of which he has had sole charge for the past five years and made good. Mr. Jones occupied a unique position at the Castle, which has become famous for its excellent cuisine. When this hostelry was opened five years ago he was given a contract for the exclusive management of the cafe. He surrounded himself with an efficient crew, all colored, including bookkeeper and cashiers and successfully conducted this large and responsible business. Determined to make it a success Mr. Jones and his family worked from early morning until late at night. He was the first man on the job in the morning and last to leave at night. The work has been tremendously hard and he felt that in justice to himself he could not continue the pace, as the work was too confining. He has gone into the real estate business with his son, Alfred, jr., and has opened offices in the Patterson Block. All his friends, and he counts them by the score, and The Monitor is among them, wish Al Jones the success he so richly deserves in his new business venture. BANQUET AT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH TUESDAY, MARCH 16 The Men's Laymen Movement of the Pilgrim Rest Baptist church will entertain the public with a banquet to be held at the Calvary Baptist church, Tuesday evening, March 16, at 7:45 o'clock. To the many friends of this organization is extended a hearty invitation to be present. We hope to make this affair an annual feature. Good speakers for the occasion and a nice reception is promised to all. Luncheon, 75 cents a plate. REV. W. M. FRANKLIN, Pastor. MRS. C. H. WALLS, President. DR. FEEBLES HAS PURCHASED ANOTHER RESIDENCE Dr. W. W. Peebles has just purchased another beautiful modern residence at 2906 North Twenty-fifth street. The house is to be remodeled and renovated and will be occupied by Dr. Peebles and his family early in May. Subscribe for The Monitor. Help us The Brown gave a good "over there tion of thei ronize them Music Friday at St. J AM ROOS COME! Help us Go Over the Top The Brown Boys in Khaki Brown gave a good account of themselves "over there". Show your appreciation of their heroic services and patronize them in A Grand Musical Concert Friday Evening, April 16th at St. John's A. M. E. Church GIVEN BY THE AMERICAN LEGION ROOSEVELT POST, No. 30 ADMISSION THE KAFFIR CHEMICAL LABORATORIES MOVING INTO LARGER QUARTERS. The Kaffir Chemical Laboratories, incorporated, manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, drugs, medicines and toilet preparations, which worked quietly for several months incorporating and lining up its workers and resources, has been negotiating for a suitable building for a permanent home, sufficiently large to meet the demands of its business and conveniently located to trackage and the business center. These negotiations have resulted in securing a desirable location on North Sixteenth near Cuming street. The laboratories are moving into the Warden hotel property, 815-19 North Sixteenth street. This is a three story modern brick building, 60x80, with three store fronts. The entire third floor is being remodeled and will be used as the laboratory. The first floor will be a display and city sales room and executive offices. The second floor will be remodeled and rented as offices to the business and professional men of the city needing such accommodations. This building will be known as the Kaffir Block. As soon as the moving is completed and the firm is settled notice of the official opening will be given and inspection of the plant invited. This will be towards the latter part of the month. PROMINENT OKLAHOMAN OMAHA VISITOR William H. Twine, Attorney and Editor of The Muskogee Cimler, Spends Several Days in the City. William H. Twine, one of Oklahoma's most prominent and progressive citizens, is an Omaha visitor this week. He visits the city on business and is the guest of Mr. Sewell. 2620 Seward street. Mr. Twine, whose home is at Muskogee is an attorney and also editor of The Muskogee Climiter. He was a pleasant caller at The Monitor office and dropped in to inspect the Kaffir Chemical Laboratories. Mr. Twine says The Monitor is one of his favorite exchanges, wide-awake and always on its job. He expressed himself as delighted with the outlook of Kaffir Chemical Laboratories and confidently expects it to become one of the big business enterprises of the country. Attorney-Editor Twine is a pleasant gentleman to meet. He renewed acquaintance with Watch this space each week for news, notices of meetings, etc., of the club. The nifty button with monogram CCC which adorns the coat lapels of certain progressive citizens proclaims the fact that they are members of the Colored Commercial club, which has a membership of 100. "Say, that button is a regular bullseye," remarked a facetious club member the other night. "You bet, it is," was the prompt reply. "It means that every one who wears it, is going to hit the bullseye in his business every time and it also means that when this club goes gunning for any worth while thing it's going to hit the bullseye." A general meeting of the club was held at the Community rooms last presiding. In the absence of the secretary, A. P. Scruggs, H. J. Pinkett Thursday night with E. W. Pryor served as secretary pro tem. Although the extreme cold weather interfered somewhat with the attendance a good number were out and a wide-awake meeting was held. Some excellent practical suggestions were made by several of the members. The rotary movement was endorsed and is to be put into operation at once. A business directory of club members is to be prepared by the publicity committee so that this movement may be effectively carried out. Alfred Jones, chairman of the retail committee, announced that his committee was getting busy on its job and would have something worth while to report soon. A committee Mr. Fred C. Williams whom he met in Muskogee two years ago when Mr. Williams visited that city in the interest of The Monitor. AN UP-TO-DATE GROCERY STORE. If you want to see a well stocked, neatly kept, busy upto-to-date grocery store, drop into the Star Grocery company at 2702 Lake street. The proprietors of the store are two courteous, wide-awake, progressive young men. Charlie Andrews and Arlander Brown, who are business from the ground up. They have a complete stock of groceries, attractively displayed and deserve liberal patronage. E! the Top Khaki Brown of themselves our apprecia- ices and pat- d oncert april 16th Church ON No. 30 50 CENTS of five was appointed to prepare a program for a public meeting to be held early in April, when the club and its purposes will be presented to the public. The committee named was Walter Wynn, John A. Smith and Alfred Jones, Jr., H. L. Anderson and Frank Golden. The executive committee meets every Thursday night at 8:30 in the Community rooms. What is the "Rotary Plan?" This: If Brown sells flour and White sells shoes, White will buy his flour from Brown and Brown will buy his shoes from White. Do you catch the idea? DESDUNES and CLAREK For Sale—Two homes, all modern, 2024 and 2028 Willis Ave. We collect rents. Call Webster 710 or Webster 5743 Write 2516 Burdette St. SMISOR, Jeweler 24th and Lake Streets OMAHA Business Phone Residence Phone Webster 4620 Webster 4915 AUGUST YOUNG PLUMBING SERVICE 730 West Broadway Phone 4623 Council Bluffs, Ia. MRS. C. M. McFALL HAIR DRESSER The Denova System First class work guaranteed. Your patronage solicited. 2722 Franklin St. Webster 4555 "Gee whiz, Dad, look at those 'ads.'" "That’s just what they are for, son." The Most Famous Chef could not prepare more appetizing dishes than you will find right here at our restaurant. We cater especially to particular people—those who can appreciate the best of foods and the best of cooking. We satisfy big appetites at small expense. And we're always ready to give quick and courteous service. The Monarch Cafe CARNER & TRIMBLE, Props. 107 South 14th St. Phone Tyler 4119 OLD BOOKS Bought, Sold and Exchanged. Notions Confectionery Cigars SHANAHAN 912 North 24th St. THE MONITOR A National Weekly Newspaper Devoted to the Interests of Colored Americans. Published Every Thursday at Omaha, Nebraska, by The Monitor Publishing Company. Entered as Second-Clear Mail Matter July 2, 1915, at the Postoffice at Omaha, Neb., under the Act of March 3, 1879. THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, Editor and Publisher. Luolile Skagge Edwards and Madre Penn, Associate Editors. Fred C. Williams, Business Manager. SUBSCRIPTION RATES, $2.00 A YEAR; $1.00 6 MONTHS; 60c 3 MONTHS Advertising Rates, 75 cents an inch per issue. Address, The Monitor, 804 Crusade Block, Omaha, Neb. Telephone Douglas 224. Citizenship Rights Not to Be Abridged. 1. All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property without due process of law, nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. THE RAIL BILL SIGNED. OUR Washington correspondent, Walter J. Singleton, has furnished us a carefully prepared statement relative to certain provisions of the railroad bill signed by President Wilson March 1. It is published in this issue and will be read with interest. whom we congratulate upon his appointment to this responsible position, and we believe he can and will do all in his power to make The Bee a sane, fearless, clean, fair and influential newspaper, in which task we wish him abundant success. Mr. Murray, the eminent counsel for the Colored American Council of Washington, D. C., which has waged a persistent fight against the Jim Crow car system, believes that certain provisions of the bill will be the thin edge of the wedge which will eventually split the rail which upholds this iniquitous system. Perhaps his view is correct. The Monitor hopes it is, but we doubt it. We would like to have Mr. Murray, or others, point out specifically the reasons for the hope that is in him. The Monitor sees nothing in the alleged seven "specific amendments secured by the council and Congressman Madden" which cannot be as successfully evaded as the original provisions of the bill. Under it, carriers were forbidden to discriminate against interstate passengers and were ordered to provide "equal accommodations for all passengers." These explicit and mandatory provisions have been ignored with impunity, and under private ownership and government ownership as well nothing was done about these glaring violations of law. What additional authority do the so-called "specific amendments" give? None. They impress us as a species of political legerdermain or slight of hand performances in which the swiftness of the hand is intended to deceive the eye. Moreover when Woodrow Wilson signs any bill that will bring relief to colored Americans, and especially when that relief runs counter to southern prejudices and traditions, it will be when the torridity of the nether regions will have congealed into frigidity and satanic imps play ten pins with snow balls and icicles in the sweltering atmosphere of their native habitat. THE BEE'S OPPORTUNITY. THE Omaha Bee, as The Monitor has formerly stated, was at one time one of the great newspapers of the country. It spoke with authority and commanded respect. Then came a decline. It lost, as it deserved to lose, is prestige because of its sensational methods. This The Monitor keenly regretted. Then there came, a short time ago, the passing of The Bee into other hands, and with this change of ownership and management there comes the opportunity for eventual restoral to its place in popular esteem and favor. It will take a little time to do this, but The Monitor hopes to see it done. Our people have keenly resented the attitude of The Bee towards us during the past year which has done us untold harm and this resentment is intense among a group one of whose chief characteristics is a charitable and forgiving spirit. However, if The Bee, during the coming months make such atonement as it can for past errors by treating our people fairly we have no doubt that this resentment will be overcome and this newspaper restored to the place of favor it so long held among us. The Bee now has this opportunity. It can adopt the policy of refusing to stress the nationality or race of individuals charged with crime, which seems to be a tradition so far as our race is concerned with the average American newspaper, a practice which creates adverse sentiment towards our group. This will be a decided gain. As habits are only gradually overcome this may not be accomplished all at once; but with honesty of purpose this policy may gradually prevail. The Monitor, for a number of years, has favorably known Victor Smith, the new managing editor of The Bee. whom we congratulate upon his appointment to this responsible position, and we believe he can and will do all in his power to make The Bee a sane, fearless, clean, fair and influential newspaper, in which task we wish him abundant success. CRPTICISM. DESTRUCTIVE AND CONSTRUCTIVE. MONFTOR ARTICLES AS ' CAMPAIGN LITERATURE IF The Monitor gives any evidence these days of feeling a little elated there is a reason. Our editorial of December 4 on "Wood for President" and the letter elicited thereby from Major John R. Lynch, U. S. A., complimenting us on that editorial and endorsing General Wood and published in our issue of December 19, have been issued by the Leonard Wood campaign committee in pamphlet form for distribution as campaign literature. This pamphlet or leaflet, which gives due credit to The Monitor as "one of the leading weeklies of the country published in the interests of Colored Americans" is being circulated by thousands throughout the United States. Think, if you please, not only what influence this will have in furthering General Wood's candidacy, in which we are deeply interested because of his uncompromising stand for law and order and his demonstrated administrative ability, but also what wide advertising it will give Omaha, Nebraska and The Monitor, the up-to-the-minute-live-wire weekly, which has helped to put Omaha on the map and launched the Wood boom. Have we not good reason for a modest feeling of elation? Have we not again proven that The Monitor has demonstrated its THE MONITOR claim to be a national publication with a national influence One of our overseas admirers calls The Monitor an international publication. We are content to be recognized as a national publication. WHEN one has to help pay the bills it makes him a little anxious to keep the expense as low as possible, does it not Well, if under the zone system incorporated in the rail bill, which President Wilson has just signed, with such alacrity, the south must bear all the expense of the Jim Crow system, which it is quite willing to do, what interest will other sections of the country have in seeing that the system is eliminated? It strikes us that this "zone system" drops a luscious persimmon into the yawning maw of the southland. Make other sections share in the luxury and added expense of honestly providing equal accommodations for all passengers, and enforce this provision, and the pinching shoe will soon be removed. IS IT A LOWDEN TRICK? IT begins to look very much like the advocacy of Pershing's candidacy in this state is a trick of the Lowden forces to draw from Wood. The dexterity with which Lowden boosters jump into the Pership paddock and vice versa is unexplainable on any other grounds. IF the republican party expects to secure the vote of colored Americans for the presidential nominee, they must see to it that Governor Lowden is not nominated. East St. Louis is not forgotten, nor will his cowardly and vacillating policy at the time of that horrible massacre ever be blotted out of the memory of our people. If Lowden supporters demand a reason why we are not and never can be for Lowden our answer is EAST ST. LOUIS! SOME LEADING EDITORIALS. WE ARE NOT ASKING TOO MUCH (From the Cleveland Advocate.) The colored vote in Ohio constitutes 17 per cent of the total) republican vote in Ohio, and it has been, in national elections, a dependable 17 per cent. At no republican national convention, since the enfranchisement of the race, have we been given a voting representation. This year we are asking a voting representation. We feel that at least two delegates, one delegate-at-large and one district delegate, would at least be accepted as a compromise representation. The republicans in Ohio are entitled to 48 votes in the national convention to be held at Chicago June next. If the dependable colored vote is allowed two votes out of that 48 we would have a representation only equal to a fraction over 3 per cent of the total Ohio representation in the national convention. In asking for at least two voting delegates in return for a 17 per cent dependable voting strength, we feel that our request is reasonable. We put the proposition squarely up to the republicans in Ohio who are anxious for party success at the polls in November next. We put the proposition up to the republican party, not as a threat, or as an excessive representation as compared with our voting strength. Ford THE UNIVERSAL CAR It's no longer necessary to go into the details describing the practical merits of the Ford car—everybody knows all about "The Universal Car." How it goes and comes day after day and year after year at an operating expense so small that it's wonderful. This advertisement is to urge prospective buyers to place orders without delay. Buy a Ford car when you can get one. We'll take good care of your order—get your Ford to you as soon as possible—and give the best in "after-service" when required. SAMPLE-HART MOTOR CO. 100% Ford Service 18th and Burt Streets OMAHA MAKES A DIFFERENCE NO LOWDEN FOR US. but as a plea for simple justice. Although the race contributes a necessary 17 per cent each election to assure republican success at the polls in Ohio we have never enjoyed more than one-fourth of one per cent of the patronage given out by the party as a reward for fealty, and as an incentive to continued fealty, and such patronage as we have enjoyed, and do enjoy now, has been in the shape of inconsequential positions—there being an absence not only of "quality," but quantity as well. We are not, in our demands, bolshevists or soviets who demand the lion's share for a minority's contribution, and with the threat that if it is not forthcoming we will start out a wrecking crew to demolish the hope for party success. We have come, though, earnestly and resolutely asking for something like a near approach to equity, and we trust the party leaders will heed our plea, and accord us justice. . . We ask this year that it be made possible for the race to have a voting representation in the republican national convention by giving us one delegate-at-large and one district delegate. Every year, until four years ago, even though we asked and yearned for a voting representation in the national conventions, we accepted an "alternate" delegate-at-large—a mere "decoration," with strained equanimity hoping that the next quadrennial would bring to us a fillment of our hopes—a voting representation. We, in the past, have accepted the usual slight—inequitable recognition, in the shape of an "alternate" delegate at large, and smothering our disappointment, have rolled up our sleeves, pitched into the campaign, and helped win republican success at the polls. We put squarely up to the republicans in Ohio this year—up to the leaders, the question: 'Are we asking too much?' We—the 150,000 colored voters in Ohio, do not believe we are asking too much—we hardly think we have asked for the equitable. THE GENEVA AFFAIR. (Continued From Page One.) counsel to accept this compromising position. May The Monitor again call attention to the danger underlying any compromise in the matter of yielding to the subtle scheme of segregation which is being so generally obtruded, sometimes in thinly-veiled guise of racial financial advantage and at other times in terms of brutal frankness? This fact must not be forgotten: We cannot encourage segregation upon one hand and fight it upon the other. This principle should be clearly understood. We must take our stand either for segregation or against it. The Monitor is against it. Voluntary association is one thing, enforced limitations and restrictions in the enjoyment of public privileges solely upon the ground of race, religion or color is an entirely different matter. We stand uncompromisingly for the full constitutional rights of all American citizens. We are opposed to mortgaging our children's future. We wonder if the Geneva incident will open the eyes of some of our people? BUYS NEW STUDEBAKER CAR. J. D. Lewis has purchased a Studebaker Limousine, 1920 model, fully equipped, seven-passenger, for $2,975. The car is a beauty. Mr. Lewis who is a popular taxi man believes in having the best car possible to meet the exacting demands of his growing patronage. We Have a Complete Line of FLOWER, GRASS AND GARDEN Seeds Bulba, Hardy Perennials, Poultry Supplies Fresh cut flowers always on hand Stewart's Seed Store 119 N. 16th St. Opp. Post Office Phone Douglas 977 H. LAZARUS SHOE REPAIRING 2420½ Cuming Street Petersen & Micheisen Hardware Co. GOOD HARDWARE 2408 N St. Tel. South 162 Liberty Drug Co. EVERYBODY'S DRUG STORE We Deliver Anywhere. Webster 386. Omaha, Neb. Established 1890 C. J. CARLSON Dealer in Shees and Gents' Furnishings 1514 No. 24th St. Omaha, Neb. MELCHOR--Druggist The Old Reliable Tel. South 807 4826 So. 24th St. Hill-Williams Drug Co. PURE DRUGS AND TOILET ARTICLES Free Delivery Tyler 160 2402 Cuming St. Start Saving New One Dollar will open an account in the Savings Department of the United States Nat'l Bank 10th and Furnam Streets F. WILBERG BAKERY Across from Alhambra Theatre The Beet is Nene. Too Good for Our Customers. Telephone Webster 678 Watch this space for Tuchman Bros. Specials 24th and Lake Sts. Webster 402 Large assortment at the lowest prices in groceries, meats and vegetables. J. A. Billettm E. W. Sherman Standard Laundry 24th, Near Lake Street Phone Webster 130 C. H. MARQUARDT CASH MARKET Retail Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats, Poultry, Oystern, etc. 2008 Cuming St. Doug. 5834 Home Rendered Lard. We Smoke and Care our own Hams and Beacon. OMAR WONDER FLOUR For Accurate and Dependable Service See WILLIAMSON DRUGS, TOILET ARTICLES, PRESCRIPTIONS 2306 North 24th St. Phone Webster 4443 and we will send it out. A CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY OF OMAHA'S COLORED BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL FIRMS A. F. PEOPLES PAINTING PAPERHANGING AND DECORATING Estimates Furnished Free. All Work Guaranteed. 4827 ERSKINE STREET. PHONE WALNUT 2111. SILAS JOHNSON Licensed Embalmer and Funeral Director 2518 Lake Street The place known for its quality service, and reasonable prices We spare no pains for our complete chapel service. Open day and night. Phone Webster 248 For Pierce-Arrow Limousine Service, Call CHAS. BOYD Webster 208 (After Midnight) Tyler 4119 Service With Class—Car Warm and Cozy. Repairing and Storing Orders Promptly Filled NORTH SIDE SECOND-HAND STORE R. B. RHODES Dealer in New and Second-Hand Furniture and Stoves. Household Goods Bought and Sold. Rental and Real Estate. 2522 Lake St. Webster 908 Subscribe for The Monitor ATTENTION! LISTEN! MEN OF OMAHA Are you interested in giving your wife one day's rest during the week with no dinner to get and no worrisome dishes to wash? If so, take advantage of SOUTH & THOMPSON'S delicious 50-cent Sunday Dinner. Regular Weekly Dinner, 38c. Phone Web. 4566 2418 No. 24th St. Allen Jones, Res. Phone W. 204 Andrew T. Reed, Res. Phone Red 5210 JONES & REED FUNERAL PARLOR 2314 North 24th St. Web. 1100 Lady Attendant Quality Service DR. P. W. SAWYER DENTIST 1614½ No. 24th St. Webster 2694 NORTH END COAL AND ONE MINUTE EXPRESS A. F. ALLEN, Manager Hauling of any kind— Call Webster 5036 Early morning until late at night. Open for Business the BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HOTEL Nicely Furnished Steam Heated Rooms, With or Without Board. 523 North 15th St. Omaha, Neb. Phone Tyler 897. Eureka Furniture Store Complete Line of New and Second Hand Furniture PRICES REASONABLE Call Us When You Have Any Furniture to Sell 1417 N. 24th St. Web. 4206 Today Is Your Opportunity The Kaffir Chemical Laboratories Is Offering a Limited Amount of Its Preferred Stock To the GENERAL PUBLIC 5,000 Shares for Sale Let Your Money Make You Independent for Life THE COMPANY THE KAFFIR CHEMICAL LABORATORIES is incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska for $500,000—50,000 shares par value $10.00 per share—30,000 shares is 7 per cent preferred which stock is entitled to cumulative preferential dividend and in event of the dissolution or liquidation of the company is given preference over all other stock as to assets and dividends. Preferred stock is voting stock—20,000 shares is common, also voting stock. Both preferred and common stock is non-assessable. The general nature of the business to be transacted by this corporation shall be the manufacturing and dealing in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, drug preparations, medicines and all other things incidental to or connected therewith. Kaffir Chemical Laboratories THE MONITOR --- To the Man of Vision At this time the Company is offering a limited amount of its preferred stock to careful, shrewd investors at the organization price of $10.00 per share. This is the same price at which the officers and directors are buying their stock. THERE IS NOT ONE DOLLAR OF PROMOTION OR BONUS STOCK IN THIS COMPANY. We intend to scatter our stock over the nation. In order to do this we are not offering it wholesale to the general public. This will be your last opportunity to buy in the open market. 5,000 shares offered for sale. Don't let procrastination lose you a golden opportunity. Fill out one of the coupons below and mail today. 5,000 shares will not last a long time. AND—TOMORROW MAY BE EVERLASTINGLY TOO LATE. Glance over this table and see what investments in kindred concerns have brought: Invested Worth today $500 in Borden's Condensed Milk.....$ 45,000.00 $500 in Postum Cereal..... 50,000.00 $500 in Royal Baking Powder..... 80,000.00 $100 in Air Brake Shares..... 24,000.00 $100 in Bell Telephone (What the wise ones called the "Fool's Idea")..... 400,000.06 DO IT N AND AVOID THE VALLEY OF REGRETS. FILL OUT A COUPON AND MAIL TODAY. Not less than three shares sold to any purchaser. Our Prospects When you become a stockholder in the KAFFIR CHEMICAL LABORATORIES you become a part of a nation-wide enterprise—a Race Enterprise—that will contribute its share toward justifying the Negro in the business world. BIG BUSINESS IS OURS. OPPORTUNITY IS OURS. LET US GRASP IT AND ENTER INTO THE "GOLDEN GATE" THAT SWINGS WIDE BEFORE US. The Kaffir Chemical Laboratories is engaged in the manufacture of drugs, medicines, pharmaceuticals, chemicals and toilet articles. During the months of organization and incorporation it quietly lined up its resources, machinery, etc., and enters the market, simultaneously with its stock campaign, in the sale of its products. Already there is manufactured $17,000.00 worth of the following articles: Kaffir Kream—An ideal skin food. Dentlo—A pvorrhea preventive tooth paste. Sultox-A blood antiseptic that acts as a stomach tonic and destroys the poison induced by auto-intoxication. Rem, an antiphologistic compound for external inflammation and fever. A Hair Tonic, a Dandruff Treatment, a Hand Lotion, an Antiseptic Wash, an Enema, and a treatment for dread pyorrhea, consisting of a liquid, paste, and tablets. Kaffir Chemical (INCORPORATED) (INCORPORATED) Depository for Funds: United States National Bank, Omaha, Neb. Officers and Directors MADREE PENN, President. G. M. JONES, Vice-President. E. C. HAYNES, Secretary. JNO. ALBERT WILLIAMS, Treasurer. ASA E. FLETCHER, Department of Production. FRED C. WILLIAMS, Department of Publicity and Sales. LARRY N. PEOPLES, City Sales Manager. --- inestimable value, and as soon as we move to our new location we will add more machinery—thus constantly increasing the number of Kaffir Products on the market. This business of ours is national in scope. We are offering the public what it wants, goods that bear the stamp of experts. A big sale of goods is inevitable. Big sales, bigger profits to the investor. TODAY STOCK IS WORTH $10.00 PER SHARE. NEXT YEAR IT SHOULD HAVE DOUBLED ITSELF. Less than ten years ago the man who invested $10.00 in "Denver Mud" sees that share worth $1,800.00. Madame Walker started with $1.25 and an idea of a hair preparation. In twelve years she was a millionaire. Yours is the opportunity of getting in on the ground floor. Don't let it slip! Our Permit This company has received from the Bureau of Securities of the state of Nebraska a permit to sell its stock. "The Kaffir Chemical Laboratories holds permit No. 738 authorizing the sale of $138,000.00 worth of its common stock and $300,000.00 worth of its preferred stock at $10.00 per share." Your Safeguards Here is the provision made by the Bureau of Securities relative to the manner in which this company must safeguard funds received from stock sales: "In no event shall the company expend or in any manner allow or pay in excess of 15 per cent of the actual par value of the stock issued here-under as payment of commission or marketing expense of said stock, and an additional $2\frac{1}{2}$ per cent for the purpose of paying expense of organization or promotion." In Escrow The Kaffir Chemical Laboratories has issued $41,000.00 or 4100 shares common stock for formulae and has placed the same in escrow until such time as the total sum of $41,000.00 has been set aside to surplus from the company's net earnings, and until said Bureau of Securities or its legal successors at law shall have executed and granted a formal order of release. The Promoters The Board of Directors is composed of individuals who are well equipped to handle this proposition—Chemical, Publicity and Sales Experts with keen business judgment, who are well known the country over for their integrity and probity and who are on the alert for wide-awake individuals who can be added to the large corps of workers who will form the Kaffir plant. Laboratories 815-19 North Sixteenth Street. Douglas 7074. CASH COUPON Kaffir Chemical Laboratories, I herewith subscribe for.....Shares of seven per cent preferred capital stock of the Kaffir Chemical Laboratories, Omaha, Neb., at its organization price of $10.00 per share. I understand this stock to be cumulative, non-assessable and voting. I herewith enclose $.....as payment in full for.....shares. Name..... City..... State..... Date.... 6 BOY SCOUT NEWS. A very eventful week has just passed along the Boy Scout movement. The Father and Son week proved a success. A banquet was given in honor of the Boy Scouts in the beautiful Columbia hall, 2420 Lake street, when a four-course dinner was served, as follows: Salmon salad, sandwiches, ice cream and cake and coffee. There were about forty Boy Scouts and twelve fathers present. An opening address by Sergeant Bailey, who is a member of our committee, followed by a number of other addresses by other members of the committee. Scouts met at regular hour Friday, March 5, with a very good attendance. After the regular business was transacted a spell-down was held by Scoutmaster Reed. A prize of twenty-five cents in silver was awarded Henry Gordon, winner of the spell-down. We expect to go on a hike Saturday, March 13, and do real scout work on our second class test. Every scout is anxious to become a real scout and it will not be very long before old 23 will be a first class troop. We are expecting to divide our troop into two troops in the near future. We are hoping to win the beautiful cup to be given to the best represented troop between March and August. The boys have improved in discipline and there is no wonder that old 23 will win. The next scout meeting is in the news department of the Columbia Hall notes, 2420 Lake stret, at 6:30 sharp. A. T. REED, Scout Master. F. V. WILLIAMS, Assistant Scout Master. "BLACK TIGER OF OKLAHOMA" AND BUSINESS ASSOCIATES HERE W. H. Twine, lawyer, (the famous "Black Tiger of Oklahoma"); F. W. Sewell, real estate agent; Frank Hawkins, merchant, and Billy Sewell, farmer, all of Muskogee, Okla., are in our city on business. They are stopping at the home of Eddie Lewis, the millionaire oil man. Speaking of the political situation in Oklahoma, these gentlemen say there is a contest from the Second district of that state. The Negroes were barred from the district convention because of the fact that the so-called convention was held in the Sever's hotel, where Negroes are not permitted. The organization is held together for the purpose of grabbing federal offices when the national party wins and makes no effort to carry the district which is republican if proper work is done and all republican voters register. DOUGLAS REPUBLICAN LEAGUE MEETS The Douglas Republican league held an important meeting at Community Center Tuesday night for the specific purpose of interesting women in registering and exercising their franchise in the approaching campaign. It was decided that for the present it would be best for the women to associate themselves with the men's organizations. Twenty women and fifteen men joined the league. Meetings will be held every Tuesday night at Community center, public invited. M. F. Singleton, president; John H. McDonald, secretary. IMPERIAL POTENATE Mr. Caesar R. Blake, jr., of Charlotte, N. C., spent Monday in the city. Mr. Blake is the imperial potenate of the A. E. A. Order of Nobles of the Mystic Shrine of North and South America, and is making a tour of the temples of the middlewest and eastern states. He was the guest of Nate Hunter, imperial deputy for the Oasis of Omaha, while in the city, at Zahla temple No. 52, Monday evening, Islam temple of Lincoln was represented by the Potenate Charles Haynes, I. B. Smith, deputy for the Oasis of Lincoln, R. H. Young Trago McWilliams and others, ten in all. Following the meeting cars were waiting and carried all to the Monarch Cafe where a delightful repast was waiting and covers were laid for fifty. The dining room and tables were elaborately decorated with flowers and colors. The potenate left for Davenport, Ia., on the 1:50 train. A number of the nobles accompanied him to the train. Ten twigs lay on the ground— A father called his sons around. "But little energy 'twould take, If singly, these twigs I'd break; But if I weave them into one The task is not as easily done." Ten million Negroes singly stand— There comes, at last, a master hand, With willing heart, from sun to sun He begins to weave them into one. The thoughtful Negroes quickly see, The strength that lies in unity. Where formerly they singly stood, They now have formed a brotherhood. BRANDEIS THEATRE TEDDIE THE BARBER at Jewell & Phannix, 105 South Fourteenth Street One of the best hair cutters in Omaha who will leave about March 21 for a six weeks' visit with his mother-in-law. FAMOUS ORATOR TO SPEAK MARCH 29 The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People announces a lecture by Mr. William Pickens, assistant field secretary of the organization, to be given at St. John's A. M. E. church at Twenty-fifth and Grant streets, Omaha, Neb., March 29 at 8 p. m. A number of the white friends of the colored people, including members of the Yale Alumni association, and the leading colored people are co-operating to make this lecture the success it deserves to be. Mr. Pickens for many years has been a teacher in various colleges and universities devoted to the education of colored youth. He will be remembered by persons who follow notable events in the American universities as the young colored man, who, in 1903, won the James Ten Eyck, oratorical prize at Yale university, and he is now often referred to as the foremost colored orator of the United States and as the black Henry Ward Beecher. Among the white friends who have consented to serve in connection with this lecture are the Rev. Titus Lowe, the Rev. Robert F. Leavens, Mr. John L. Kennedy, Mr. S. S. Caldwell, Mr. Francis A. Brogan, Mr. W. R. Watson, Dr. Harold Gifford, Mrs. Draper Smith, Mrs. H. C. Sumney, Mr. Victor Smith, Mr. Joseph Polcar, Mr. Willard D. Hosford, Mr. J. Dean Ringer, Mrs. H. J. Bailey, Mrs. Jennie Callfass, and Mayor Ed P. Smith, Mr. Elmer E. Thomas, an alumnus of Yaye university, has kindly consented to introduce Mr. Pickens, and Mayor Ed P. Smith, Mr. John L. Kennedy and Mr. Francis A. Brogan will deliver short addresses. A quartette of colored boys and a quarette of colored girls will sing as only colored people can sing, some of the original American songs. Short addresses will be made by representative colored persons. Mrs. Jessie Hale Moss, president of the Omaha branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, will preside. N. W. C. A. Rev. Thomas Taggart and his congregation will hold services at the Old Folks' Home, 3029 Pinkney street Sunday, March 14, at 3 o'clock p. m. Everybody welcome. The N. W. C. A. met at the home Wednesday, March 3, Mrs. Mortimer, the president, presiding. Quite a few members were present and the meeting was very interesting. Three new members were added to the board—Mrs. Charles Solomon, Mrs. Alphonso Wilson and Mrs. A. Bowler. Mrs. Botts was elected chairman of the board. Two new members were added to the roll—Mrs. John Long and Mrs. Edith Scott. The meeting adjourned to meet the first Wednesday in April. Subscribe for The Monitor. THE MONITOR "THE SMARTER SET" AT THE BRANDEIS What is said to be the best all-colored theatrical organization now touring the country is "The Smarter Set" and headed by the well known comedians, Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Homer Tutt, who came to the Brandele Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, March 12-13-14-15, with matinee Saturday and Sunday, presenting a new and original musical comedy entitled "The Children of the Sun," adapted from the historical book of the same title by George Wells Parker. These Afro-American thespians succeed the "Smart Set," which has played here annually for the past ten seasons, and, if one is to judge by the favorable press notices given this organization throughout the country, there can be no doubt as to the character of the entertainment that will be furnished by "The Smarter Set." Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Homer Tutt who head the company are ably assisted by a cast of colored players who form a distinctive set, comprised of singers, dancers and comedians. It is said that this year's company is a decided improvement over "The Smart Set" which held first place among the colored traveling troupes of this country. SPRING FESTIVAL BY NEBRASKA CHAPTER NO. 42 Nebraska Chapter is making great plans for the great Spring Festival, Tuesday evening, March 23. The following program will be rendered: Invocation—Rev. M. R. Rhonenee. Master of Ceremonies—Rev. H. W. Botts. Welcome Address Mrs. Elizabeth Crouch. Address—Attorney A. P. Scruggs. Duet — Mesdames Faulkner and Woodson. Address—Mrs. M. E. Shelton. Address—Dr. W. W. Peebles. Address—Hon. Nat. Hunter, G. M. of State of Nebraska. Spring Chorus by Spring Girls—Introduction of spring fashion models. Admission 50 cents with luncheon. The public is invited. A prize will be given the matron selling the most tickets over $5.00. Contestants call Webster 4210 for tickets. Grand Manager, Allen Jones. Chairman, Mrs. Irene Faulkner. THE M. E. SMITH SHIRT FACTORY NO. 7 SHIPS ITS FIRST 100 DOZEN SHIRTS The branch factory of M. E. Smith located at Twenty-fourth and Burdette streets, and known as the M. E. Smith Factory No. 7, shipped its first one hundred dozen shirts to the main factory at Ninth and Douglas streets on Friday, March 5. Number 7 opened January 9 in a building built by St. John's A. M. E. church, Rev. W. C. Williams, pastor, and leased to M. E. Smith as a place in which colored girls should be employed. There are 65 machines and there will be a working force of this number when completed. The girls are paid $12.00 the first week, which decreases $1.00 per week until the thirteenth week is reached, by which time the girl is entirely on a piece basis. During the weeks of her apprenticeship in addition to her bonus she gets all she earns. A few operators with unusual skill begin to earn the second and third week. When the factory is running at full capacity it should average one dozen shirts per operator a day. Mrs. Pearl Alexander is forelady of factory No. 7. She received her training at the Home of Good Shepherd. FILES FOR PUBLIC DEFENDER OF DOUGLAS COUNTY Amos P. Scruggs, counselor and attorney-at-law of Omaha, Neb., has filed for the office of public defender of Douglas county. Mr. Scruggs is a graduate of the law department of the Illinois university department of law and has practiced law in Omaha for six years and has been inspector of weights and measures of the city of Omaha for two years and should have the support of e-ery individual. NEWSPAPERS URGED TO REDUC CUNSUMPTION New York, March 10.—Immediate reduction of 10 per cent in the consumption of newspaper by all newspapers, a request to advertisers to reduce their space 10. per cent "during the present emergency," were urged in a resolution adopted here today by the board of directors and paper committee of the American Newspaper Publishers' association. In case advertisers will not co-operate, the resolution advises publishers to raise their advertising rates sufficiently to bring about the proposed reduction. Ladies' and Gent's Suits Remod- sled, Repaired, Cleaned and Pressed ALL WORK GUARANTEED We Buy and Sell Second Hand Clothes. Work called for and delivered. FOUND at LAST! SELF-ADJUSTING Nemo JUSPUL BRASSIERES Nº9 150 Nº15 200 SLENDER STOUT THEY FIT AS YOU FASTEN PERFECTLY AND WITHOUT ALTERATION ASK YOUR DEALER FOR THEM If your dealer doesn't carry them, send money and burst measure and we will send you one for total. POSTAGE PREPAID. HENO FURNITURE. FASHION INSTITUTE 20 Park Street New York 2022 North 24th Street Phone Webster 3320 The Beautiful Columbia Hall for Rent at Reduced Rates The place for dances, parties, recitals and general assemblies The very best order maintained. SODA FOUNTAIN IN CONNECTION TOBACCO, CIGARS AND CANDIES Box Office Open From 10 A. M. to 8 P. M. DANCING SCHOOL EVERY FRIDAY EVENING For Information Call Webster 765 or Webster 2442. W. G. MACON, Manager. H. DOLGOFF FURNITURE AND HARDWARE STOVES, RUGS, LINOLEUM Better Goods for Less Money. Credit if You Wish. OPEN EVENINGS 1839-47 N. 24th St. Phones—Webster 1607; Webster 4825 ALHAMBRA GROCERY & MEAT CO. Candies, Tobacco, Druga, Rubber Goods and Sundries. PRESCRIPTIONS OUR SPECIALTY. 13th and Farnam Streets. Omaha, Nebraska Dent's Condition Pills A marvelous tonic for dogs that are all out of sorts, run down, unthrifty, with a marrowous coloration eyes and high colored noses. These is nothing to equal them to dietitian and debilitating diseases. You will need the differ-ace after a few doses. by THE DENT MEDICINE CO., NEWBURGH. mail fifty cents. a practical treatice on dogs and their training (60 pages fully (Russ.) mailed for 18 I Grow Hair by the LaKeene Process MRS. CLARA WHITE 1424 No. 26th Street Strict Attention to Mall Orders. Agents Wanted. Write at Once. GOOD GROCERIES ALWAYS C. P. WESIN GROCERY CO. Also Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. 2005 Cuming St. Telephone Douglas 1898 Diamond Theatre THURSDAY— MARY PICK FORD in “THE HOODLUMS” FRIDAY— JAMES J. CORBETT in “THE MIDNIGHT MAN” And a Good Short Program SATURDAY— CLAIR ANDERSON in “THE GRAY PARASOL” And “THE ADVENTURES OF RUTH” No. 10 SUNDAY— DUSTIN FARNUM in "THE IRON STRAIN" And a Comedy EGYPTIAN REGULATOR TEA for Constipation and Stomach Disorders Price $26.90, $40.00 and $11.90. THE EGYPTIAN DRUG CO., 139 W. 31st St. New York (From sample mail used present) OMAR WONDER FLOUR The Beautiful Col at Redu The place for dances, parties The very best SODA FOUNTAL TOBACCO, CIG Box Office Open Fr DANCING SCHOOL E 2420 La For Information Call W. W. G. MAC H. DO FURNITURE AND HARDW Better Goods for Less M OPEN 1839-47 N. 24th St. Phones ALHAMBRA GRO PRAMER One Door South h Everyth Cleanliness and TR Call W. Telephone Douglas 2672 Pope D. Candies, Tobacco, Drugs. PRESCRIPTION 13th and Farnam Streets. Dent's C A marvelous tonic for do barb staring cost, matter equal them for distemper makes after a few doses. At drugsists or by THE mail, fifty cents. A practical treatise on dog I Grow Hair by the MRS. CL. 1424 No. 26th Street GOOD GROC C. P. WESIN Also Fresh Fru 2005 Ouming St. The House of Courtesy. 24th and Parker Sta. THURSDAY and FRIDAY— "RICH MAN, POOR MAN" PEARL WHITE in "THE BLACK SECRET" Arbuckle Comedy SATURDAY— PEGGY HYLAND in "FAITH" Pathe News Fox News Comedy SUNDAY— WALLACE REID in "RIM ROCK JONES" Pathe News Fox News Sunshine Comedy MONDAY and TUESDAY— WM. FARNUM in "THE LAST OF THE DUANES" Mutt & Jeff Comedy E. A. NIELSEN UPHOLSTERING Cabinet Making, Furniture Repair, Mattress Removating Douglas 864, 1917 Cuming St. 19th and Izard Tel. Douglas 1702 ALL KINDS OF COAL and COKE at POPULAR PRICES. Best for the Money MISS BESSIE GILES Public Stenographer and Notary Public. Office Phone Doug. 7812. 220 South 13th St. Cumbia Hall for Rent Rented Rates recitals and general assemblies order maintained. IN CONNECTION MERS AND CANDIES from 10 A. M. to 8 P. M. ERY FRIDAY EVENING Ke Street Bster 765 or Webster 2442. ON, Manager. LGOFF WARE TOVES, RUGS, LINOLEUM ney. Credit if You Wish. EVENINGS -Webster 1607; Webster 4825 ERY & MEAT CO. BROS., Mgrs. Alhambra Theater ing to Eat Courtesy Our Motto US Bster 5021 Dr. L. E. Britt Upstairs Douglas 7812 rug Co. Subber Goods and Sundries. OUR SPECIALTY. Omaha, Nebraska condition Pills that are all out of sort, runs down, unfitness, with eyes and high colored uddies. There is nothing to Among the Churches their hour from 7 p. m. to 2 p. m. All are cordially invited to take active part in the work. Sunday morning was covenant at Bethel and seemingly everyone enjoyed the service. At the evening service the pastor preached to a large congregation. The sick of the church are improving. All enjoyed seeing Mother Kelly out. She has been confined for quite awhile. The Bethel Baptist Bible Band will meet at the home of Mrs. Morrol on Thirty-third street. The pastor will preach Sunday night upon the subject, "The Advice of a Wise Man," a special sermon from Prov. 5. Come out and enjoy a treat. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. Dr. W. F. Botts, Pastor. A good old-time covenant meeting was enjoyed by those who attended services last Sunday at this church. In the evening Rev. H. W. Botts preached a fine sermon, thereby opening the way to a special drive against sin. Meetings are being held every night this week. The pastor is being assisted this week by Rev. J. Costello and congregation. Before the meeting closes the pastor will be aided by Dr. L. K. Williams of Chicago. This church and the city of Omaha may consider themselves fortunate in securing the services of this noted man. Don't fail to hear him. The Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. are well attended each Sunday. Come out and join us. The Progressive Club will meet this week in the rest room of the church. The meeting of each auxiliary during the special drive will be made a prayer service for the success of the meeting. Regular services next Lord's day. Visitors welcome. ALLEN CHAPEL W. H. Ford, 33 Degree M. P. S. G. C., headquarters 2503 Sherman avenue, Kansas City, Kas., will be in Omaha in the near future. The York Rite Masons are preparing to give him a great reception. C. J. Goode, W. M. Keystone No. 12; McKay, St. Luke; Hickman, St. John; Bradford, York Rite Masons; Rev. J. A. Broadnax, G. M. LAGRANGE. TEXAS. Ebenezar Baptist church invites her friends and sister churches to be present and assist her in celebrating the eighth pastoral anniversary of Rev. S. A. Tillman. The celebration begins Thursday night before the sec- A. M.E. CHURCH 25th Street VICES Sunday school, 1 p. m.; preaching, 8 p. m. y nights. DNAX. P. C. South 3475. Philip the Deacon (COPAL) ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH ALLEN CHAPEL A.M.E. CHURCH SERVICES Preaching, 11 a. m.; Sunday school, 1 p. m.; Allen Endeavor, 7 p. m.; preaching, 8 p. m. Class meetings Friday nights. (EPISCOPAL) Twenty-first Between Nicholas and Paul Sts. REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, PRIEST Sunday services, 7:30, 10 and 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. COME. YOU ARE WELCOME. THERE'S A MESSAGE FOR YOU AT Bethel Baptist Church 29th and T Sts., South Side SERVICES Sunday school, 9:30 a.m. Song service, 10:45 a.m. Preaching services, 11 a. m.; 8 p.m. Rev. Thomas A. Taggart, Pastor. 2120 North 27th St. OF DIVINITY Real People's Mission Franklin Streets m.; Sunday school, 1:15 p. m. telling every Thursday 8 p. m. Pastor and G. O. P. BENEDICT THE MOOR (Cholic) Every month. BENEDICTION—8 p. m. Access to be held temporarily in Sacred Money Streets. Everybody welcome. BILLY, S. J., Pastor. CHURCH OF DIVINITY Inter-Denominational People's Mission 26th and Franklin Streets MASS-$ a. m., First Sunday in every month. BENEDICTION-$ p. m. Third Sunday in every month. Services to be held temporarily in Sacred Heart Chapel. Twenty-second and Billyne Streets. Everybody welcome. REV. FRANCIS CASSILY, S. J., Pastor. CHURCH OF ST. PHILIP THE DEACON Rev. John Albert Williams, Vicar. The attendance at the Sunday morning services and Sunday school is steadily growing. There is decided room for improvement in attendance at the vesper services. The adult Bible class taught by Mr. Thomas Reese has begun a new and interesting course in the New Testament. The "Quiet Day" for women which was conducted last Thursday by Father Leete of St. Luke's, Plattsmouth, was exceedingly helpful to those who attended. Several from other city parishes, notably All Saints and St. Andrew's were present throughout the day. Beautiful new electric lights have been installed and are a great improvement. The Woman's auxiliary raised the funds to pay cash for their installation. The vestry plans the expenditure of a large sum in needed repairs and improvements on the rectory and church property as soon as the weather justifies beginning the work. The Woman's auxiliary meets today with Mrs. John W. Bell, 813 North Twenty-third street. Next week's meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. L. E. Britt, 2519 Maple street. Confirmation instruction is given every Sunday at the close of the morning service. MT. MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. M. H. Wilkinson, Pastor. Services were good all day Sunday and the spiritual tide was high. Next Sunday morning's subject will be, "Milk Drinkers," or "Still Here." Night, "Individual Responsibility." Sunday afternoon, the 21st, at 3 p. m., we will have a preacher's rally. There will be three sermons by three of our strongest young preachers of our city. All men come and hear them and help them in this effort. The chitterling supper given at the residence of Mrs. I. L. Betts was a financial success. The Silver Leaf club met at the pastor's residence March 2 and elected the following officers: Mrs. Ella Smith, president; Mrs. Rountree, vice president; Mrs. J. Matthew, secretary; Mrs. M. H. Wilkinson, assistant secretary; Mrs. L. Stovall, treasurer; Mrs. Stancil, chaplain. BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH. (Rev. Thomas A. Taggart, Pastor) The Mission Circle met at the home of Mrs. Leana Gibbs, Twenty-eighth near R street. The circle has changed THE CHURCH THE MONITOR ond Sunday in March, and ends the following Saturday night. Rev. D. C. Lacey, Dallas district superintendent of M. E. church, held his first quarterly conference here with St. James M. E. church last Saturday and Sunday. Rev. S. A. Tillman made a flying trip to Smithville, Bastrop and Sherman. Rev. A. M. Mason spent several days last week in Dallas. Revs. J. M. Rayford, P R. McGriff and S. C. Smith were visitors in the city last Saturday. The visiting teachers last Saturday were: Mmes. Mattie Clarke, Lee Drisdale, Miss Jennie Phillips, Profs. C. L. Rhone, A. Johnson, W. P. Palmer and J. W. Howard. Mrs. M. Sharkie of Houston assisted the women of Ebenezar church in organizing a Woman's Missionary society here last Monday evening, with the following officers: Mrs. Ada Moore president; Mrs. Hattie Hatton, vice president; Mrs. G. Allen, secretary; Mrs. Gertrude Chandler, assistant secretary, and Mrs. Ella Phearse, treasurer. Mr. W. J. Eason visited LaGrange Saturday in his new Ford car. There are a number of persons on the sick list. Miss Delphine Oaks and Mr. Evy Barfield were quietly married at the bride's home last Sunday night. In order to stimulate the interest in the colored schools of Fayette county, Dr. L. D. Cook proposes to give a handsome school dictionary to the best speller of each school. It is suggested that the teachers make arrangements for the occasion that will bring together the whole community, and make proper report to the superintendent. The weather is quite cold now in this section of the country. The "flu" has subsided somewhat. The insurance companies are paying out quite a large number of death claims, though not so many as previously. On account of the inclement weather the churches were poorly attended last Sunday. Mrs. Ida E. Bland has bought out the undertaking business of Mr. I. H. Bland. She is doing business in a business-like manner and we hope she will make good. The American Woodmen are having a large entertainment here this week and the streets are crowded. Mr. Joe Johnson, one of our best citizens, was shot and killed last week. The body was taken to Kilgore for interment. Rev. W. W. Cowen accompanied the body and preached the funeral sermon. Mr. Mathew Johnson was run over by No. 5 one night last week and was killed. The accident occurred near Tucker. The small child of Mr. Walter Yarbough died last week. Miss Jennie Bell was in the office today. Mr. S. J. Williamson and B. F. Wallace went to Neches today on business. Rev. W. W. Cowen was in the office today. The Negro men in Atchison are beginning to look toward the commercial world, and are on the road to doing business for themselves. Mr. Gus Downing has opened a first class lunch room and ice cream parlor. He is a nice young man and deserves the patronage of the public. Mr. Will Miller and the Messrs. McAlesters of Omaha were the guests of Mrs. Nora Miller this week. Mrs. Francis Smith is critically ill at her home, and her relatives all have been called to her bedside. We extend our best wishes for an early recovery to good health. Drs. Stewart and Patton deserve much credit for their services rendered during the flu epidemic. Rev. Mr. Richmond was a visitor Sunday at Campbell Chapel. Rev. E. Vaughn will lecture Sunday evening at Campbell Chapel. Mrs. Matilda Waters is on the sick list and is greatly missed in musical circles. Mrs. Felix Cook was in Topeka last week for some dental work. Dr. D. L. Stewart successfully operated on Mrs. Pearl Unions in the Topeka hospital last Friday. Mr. Oscar Burnett had his arm badly crushed at Seaton foundry last Saturday. Mrs. Hattie Irving is gaining strength and hopes to be out soon. Her numerous friends are glad to see Mrs. Beatrice Gamble out again. Mrs. Blanche Early of Omaha is the guest of her mother. Mr. Fred Stone has received his new soda fountain and has repapered and decorated his place. He will install white top tables and new chairs, making the Olympia Cafe second to none in the city. Rev. Mr. Billup has returned from Omaha greatly elated over his trip and activities in the colored commercial world. COUNCIL BLUFFS. Bethel A. M. E. church is still looking forward to big things. The pastor PALESTINE. TEXAS. ATCHISON, KAS. COUNCIL BLUFFS. preached good sermons at both the morning and the evening services. The church was crowded at each. The visitors were: Mrs. R. Johnson Mr. O. W. Spotts of Chicago, Ill. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Teal, 1706 Third street, and left a bouncing baby girl. Mother and baby, Mary Louise Teal, are doing nicely. The Pastor's Aid, a club of young people, conducted by some of the older people of the church, gave an entertainment Monday night and had a crowded house. Rev. M. R. Rhonenee will leave soon for Yankton. S. D., where he will hold the quarterly meeting. He will be at Sloux Falls Thursday night at The ladies of the Church Aid are planning to have a grand Leap Year entertainment Wednesday night. March 17, at the A. M. E. church. The program will be conducted by Mrs. Estelle Caldwell, assisted by some of the Omaha talent. Prominent speakers, Attorney A. W. Lewis and John P. Tinley, Attorney yH. J. Pinkett. COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA. Tabernacle Baptist Church. With the thermometer registering near zero, there was a splendid showing in Tabernacle Baptist church all day Sunday. There were a number of visitors at the morning service, among whom was Mr. Sims of Louisiana, whose father was congressman for twelve years of the above named state, and Mr. King of Atlanta, Ga. Sunday evening Rev. J. P. Jackson preached a very impressive sermon, the subject of whie haws "Christ Standing at the Door." There were a number of overseas men out, among whom were Mr. Woodson, recently from France and Mr. Walker Stroter, who so beautifully trained the ladies for the display given in Masonic Hall. The Mission Circle had prayer meeting with Mr. H. E. Lowry Tuesday afternoon, 21112 South Tenth street. Mr. Lowry has been very ill with the "flu" but is now recovering, and was converted during his illness. The Business Men's league met with Rev. J. P. Jackson, 1531 Avenue A. Monday night. They have big things in view for the near future. Tabernacle choir will give a musical program in the white Baptist church on the 25th of this month, for the benefit of the Tabernacle building fund. We are proud of the fact that Mr. Preston, our choir director, has so put our choir on record that we are being invited to other churches (white) at 50 cents admission. Monday and Friday nights, choir rehearsal. Palm club is making great preparations for Palm Sunday, March 28, when Revfl Thomas A. Taggart will preach the sermon. On the 18th the Palms will give a banquet at the church, free admission, all are welcome. The young men who gave an entertainment at the Tabernacle church, February 26, and raised $100, will give a lollar day on March 28, to assist the Palms. Mr. C. Stout, chairman. Mrs. Jordan's little daughter is ill with the measles. HOME SEEKERS If you are looking for bargains in buying your home it will pay you to see us first. NIMROD JOHNSON 220 South 13th St. Tyler 2724 or Webster 4250 For Monitor office call Doug. 3224. THE GREATEST AUTHORITY IN THE WORLD PRESCRIBES CUSHMAN'S MENTHOL INHALER DR. J. LENNOX BROWNE, OF LONDON. FOR COLDS IN HEAD, CATARNE, SORE THROAT, LA GRIPPE HEADACHE, OR ANY HEAD OR THROAT TROUBLE. DR. Brown is Senior Surgeon to the Central's London Throat and Ear Hospital. He declares him most in recent medical contour in emphatic terms as follows: "The vapor of Menthol checks in a manner hardly less than marvelous, acute Colds in the head. 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All contributions will be acknowledged in the columns of this paper. Watch this fund grow. Address all communications to REV. W. M. FRANKLIN, Pastor Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Residence Address, 1318 North 26th St., Omaha, Neb. price of Calvary Baptist Church, Omaha, Neb. Name ... Street Number...... City ..... S MAGIC HAIR G AND STRAIGHTEN MAGIC HAIR GROWER AND STRAIGHTENING OIL AND The most wonderful hair preparation on the market, we say Magic we do not exaggerate, as you can see gge in the first few treatments. We guarantee Magic Grower to stop the hair at once from outgoing and off; making harsh, stubborn hair soft and silky. Magic Grower grows hair on bald places of the head. If these preparations once you will never be without Magic Hair Grower and Straightening Oil are manufac by Meadams South and Johnson. We also do scalp to Magic Hair Grower, 50c. Straightening Oil, Allorders promptly filled; send 10c for postage. Mone The most wonderful hair preparation on the market. 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Here they are: One 4-room house; lot 22 by 132; $1300. One 5-room house; modern except heat; lot 33 by 132; $1750. One 9-room house; two story; lot 40 by 80; $1850. PREVENT THAT COLD IT MAY DEVELOP SERIOUSLY HURLBURT'S CAMPHOR PILLS TAKE ONE AT ONCE if you squeeze, snuffle or feel a chill coming on. Carry the small bottle at all times. Price 30 Cents at all dealers. THE KELLS CO., NEWEURGH, N. Y. Have you investigated the Kaffir Chemical Laboratories yet? Our present place of business is at 922-24 Douglas street, northwest corner of Tenth and Douglas. Drop in and see us.—Adv. Subscribe for The Monitor. The Monitor's Editorial Captioned “Pershing's Politics,” Published February 26, Receives Wide-Spread and Favorable Comment. “QUESTION DEMANDS FRANK ANSWER” Comment, of Prominent Omaha Business Man—“Editorial Should Be Given Wide Circulation” Comments Another—It Is Here Republished. ADMIRERS of General Pershing are enthusiastically advocating his nomination by the republican party for the presidency. But just what claim he has upon the republican party for this high honor The Monitor is at a loss to know. He has been discretely silent as to his party affiliations. His ardent political admirers and sponsors have been equally mute upon this all-important subject. If he be a republican, he has been mighty quiet about it. No one seems to know what his politics are. So far as we have been able to learn he has never publicly declared himself. If he be a republican, and The Monitor is frank to confess that we do not believe he is, it is quite apparent that he is not proud of it, else why his reticence and reluctance to make it known? Our candid opinion is that General Pershing has been and is now a democrat, and that his friends who have been advocating his candidacy at the hands of the republicans have placed him in quite an embarrassing position. We do not know what General Pershing's politics are, but this we do know: A democratic administration selected him as commander-in-chief of the American Expeditionary Forces in preference to another at least equally experienced and gallant military commander concerning whose republicanism there never wasst the slightest doubt. Knowing the disposition of the present administration to advance wherever and whenever possible men of southern birth and by that fact, naturally and generally affiliated with the democratic party, Pershing's high favor with Woodrow Wilson's administration is not without its sinister significance. When this fact is considered in connection with his persistent sphinx-like silence as to his party affiliation it becomes ominously significant. General Pershing is a native of Missouri, accounted a southern state, and until quite recently confidently depended upon to return a democratic majority. Missouri republicans account their party affiliation such a distinction and an honor that they never hesitate to make that fact known. General Pershing certainly does not belong to that class of Missouri republicans, that is very evident. What are General Pershing's politics? Who knows? Would it not be well for those who are pushing his candidacy for the republican nomination to enlighten the public on this very important matter? There is no doubt in the mind of anybody as to General Wood's party affiliations. He is a republican. But how about General Pershing? Is he a democrat, republican, socialist or mugwump? Who knows? "Speak up, John, 'spress yourself." BE SURE TO REGISTER. THE Monitor desires to call the attention of our readers to the importance of registering and voting. Many of our people have recently come from sections of the country where they were not permitted to vote. Naturally, they have become indifferent to the privilege of exercising their rights as electors. We want to make it as plain as we know how that in Nebraska every citizen has a right to vote and his vote is counted. But in order to vote citizens must register. There will soon be announced special registration days, when voters may register in their own precinct or voting district; but it is not necessary to wait for these special days. Go to the election commissioner's office in the court house any week-day and register. Everybody who wants to vote must register. Elections this year are tremendously important. Your vote, little as you think about it, may decide who shall be the president for the next four years. WOOD'S POSITION PLAIN. In every public speech General Wood makes it perfectly plain where he stands upon prominent questions before the country today. He makes it perfectly plain that he stands uncompromisingly for law and order and the protection of all classes of citizens under the constitution of the United States. This is what the American people want. Not only have we General Wood's words for what he believes, but we have his actions. His administration in Cuba and the Philippines and his fair, firm and decisive actions wherever he has been sent to restore and maintain order proclaim the kind of man he is. He is unquestionably the THE MONITOR man for president of the United States in this era of reconstruction and international disquietude and unrest. LEONARD WOOD-A MAN FOR ALL THE PEOPLE We are living today in a restless age. There exists a dissatisfaction and unrest among the people of the world, a general outcome of the great war. The reconstruction period is presenting many problems that must be solved by the various nations of the world. In the United States we are confronted by many perplexing problems. It is going to take the best brain and sinew to cope with the situation and adjust matters satisfactorily. Whatever adjustments are made must be progressive; In other words, the nation must have for the coming presidential period a man who is progressive in action as well as in word to guide its destinies, and a man who will guide the national policies in the spirit of this new era and not according to pre-war standards. He must be a man of a broad and varied experience in order to handle the various classes and nationalities that contribute to the citizenship of our great nation. This man must be one who will deal fairly and squarely with everyone, who has but one standard of right and wrong for all. The country must have a man who is going to deal justly with its citizens whether of capitalist or labor class, rich or poor and regardless of their nationality, race or creed. He must be a man who believes in liberty and justice for all, who believes in the "all-men-up-and-no-man-down" policy, and finally, a man who will not parley in the face of big issues. Such a man is General Leonard Wood, who was named in South Dakota as a presidential candidate for nomination when the national republican convention meets in Chicago this June. While General Wood was endorsed at the republican convention in South Dakota, it was not a local affair, and that he is not a favorite son or a selection made for local reasons is clearly seen in the practical character that the movement on the behalf of his nomination has assumed throughout the country. Leonard Wood is a New England product. He was born in New Hampshire, October 9, 1860, and while yet an infant his family moved to Massachusetts, where he was educated. He graduated from the Harvard medical school in 1884, and began his practice in Boston. Tiring of the life of the ordinary practitioner, he went into the army and was soon appointed assistant surgeon and first lieutenant. He made such wonderful strides that in five years he became a captain and full surgeon. His first record was made as an Indian fighter under Captain Henry W. Lawton, later brigadier-general. Reporting to General Miles, Lawton said of Wood, "He sought the most difficult work and by his determination and courage rendered a successful issue of the campaign possible." In 1895 Wood was ordered to Washington as assistant attending surgeon which gave him an opportunity to become acquainted with President McKinley and also with Theodore Roosevelt, who was assistant secretary of the navy at the time. Roosevelt and Wood became congenial companions and fast friends, for both had many tastes and characteristics in common. These two were the organizers of the "Rough Riders," which was officially designated as the First Volunteer Cavalry of the Spanish-American war. Roosevelt insisted that Leonard Wood should be the colonel of this cavalry regiment. Wood was, in a short time, appointed brigadier-general, and Roosevelt was advanced from second place to the colonelley of his "Rough Riders." Wood succeeded General Wheeler as commander of the cavalry brigade in the Santiago campaign, and was made military governor of the city and district after the surrender of the Spaniards. This afforded Wood an opportunity to show his wonderful administrative ability. Colonel Roosevelt wrote in the Outlook of January 7, 1899: "I was frequently in Santiago after the surrender, and I never saw Wood when he was not engaged in some one of his multitudinous duties. He was personally superintending the cleaning of the streets; he was personally hearing the most important of the countless complaints made by the Cubans against the Spaniards, Spaniards against the Cubans, and by both against Americans; he was personally engaged in working out a better system of sewerage; or in striving to secure the return of the landtillers to the soil. I do not mean that he ever allowed himself to be swamped by mere detail; he is much too good an executive officer not to delegate to others whatever can safely be delegated; but the extraordinary energy of the man himself is such that he can oversee and direct much more than is possible with the ordinary man." **** (This comes from a man who was a genius in executive ability himself.) Following his remarkable success in Santiago he was appointed governor-general of Cuba. He successfully organized the governing forces and administered in such a way that it was not long before the island was turned over to the Cubans for self-government. Under the Roosevelt administration General Wood was sent to the Philippines as military commander and civil governor. In dealing with the Moros and Mahometans, and in instituting a local government preparatory for self-government, he again showed his executive and administrative ability. In the World War though denied the privilege of serving in France, he organized and trained two divisions for service. Leonard Wood's qualifications for the high office of president of this nation may be summarized as follows: 2. He administered to the colonies according to their needs. We need a man who will govern us according to our present needs, and he is such a man. 3. He has had experience at home and abroad in handling men who had to be governed. He knows how to meet men in all walks of life. In other words, he knows how to govern fruitfully. 4. His vast experience has taught him how to deal justly with men in every walk of life. 5. Being a disciple of the immortal Roosevelt, he believes in the principle "All-men-up-and-no-man-down." 6. His successful and fearless campaigns in the colonies proves he is not a man to parley with an issue. Had he shown the least weakness in his government of the colonies much would have been lost to the country and he would not have been able to receive the hearty support he is receiving throughout the nation. 7. Because of his fearlessness for right, he was obscured for a time. There is too much real man in him to be a cat's-paw. He is a man of firm and decisive policies, and not easily swayed by the winds. Such a man the nation needs. Thus Leonard Wood fulfills the needs of the people and of the nation and becomes a man for the nation and a man for all the people. THEODORE BOOSEVELT POST 20 TO GIVE GRAND CONCERT The Theodore Roosevelt Post, No. 30, of The American Legion, will give a grand entertainment at St. John's A. M. E. church on Friday evening, April 16. Don't fail to keep this date in mind. Everybody is going. THE MONITOR is $2 a year, payable in ADVANCE. Several subscriptions are now due. 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