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GRAND JURY INDICTS 76 COLORED AND 12 WHITE MEN SLOGAN: "The Monitor In Every Home And I'll Help Put It There" GROWING POLITICAL DISCONTENT EVIDENT The Reaction From Recent Developments And Trend of Policy Has Created Unusual Stir Among Voters and Citizens Generally Throughout Country. Tulsa's Massacre, the Labor Situation and Ot! Problems Have Disquieting Effect. COLORED AMERIANS ARE DIVIDED ON POLICY Two Distinct Opinions Are Being Advanced, One to The Effect That The Republican Party Has Failed to Function on Our Behalf; The Other That it Wise to Await Developments, Strong Independent Sentiment is Being Voiced Throughout North Which Is Giving Politicians Some Concern. SENSATIONAL DIVORCE CASE COMPROMISED SENSATIONAL DIVORCE CASE COMPROMISED North Carolina "Triangle" Involving Prominent Individuals of Both Races Settled Out of Court. Alleged That Mrs. Varner Has Been Given Satisfactory Settlement. Damage Suit Against McRary Dropped. GROWING, THANK YOU! $2.00 a Year 5c a Copy GRAND GROWING P DISCONTE The Reaction From Recent De- Has Created Unusual Stir A ally Throughout Country. ation and Off Problems COLORED AMERICANS A Two Distinct Opinions Are That The Republican Pa- Behalf; The Other That it Strong Independent Sentin North Which Is Giving Poli (By the Associated Negro Press) WASHINGTON, D. C., June, 30—President Harding has given assurance to visitors who have discussed the matter of his attitude on racial matters, that he will not "fail" the Colored people of America. The reaction from recent developments and trends of policy, has created a stir among voters and citizens generally that is almost equal to an election. The dying embers of Tulsa's massacre, together with the labor situation and the gloomy news of justice, have placed the people in a sorry frame of mind. It is well that the Executive head of the government, comes forward with a note of encouragement. The question, however, is on the definition of the term "fail". President Harding may seriously be of the opinion that he has not failed, provided he makes a certain line of appointments, and pursues the policy of experimenting with the traditions of the South on the Negro question. The Colored Americans of all sections are inclined in two directions: First, there is a growing minority that feels that the Republican party has once more, to use the expression of one, "used Colored people for a good thing"; Second, there is a group that desires to let the people who think they are right, try their hand, until they succeed or fail, and they add, "So far as the South is concerned, we know in advance they will fail." Rumblings of Action Rumblings of action are being heard in all directions. It is being declared that Charles W. Anderson is to be given the position of Collector of Internal Revenue, as the outstanding slice of Afro-citizenship recognition. The President is formulating his policy, it is declared, and even he has not fully decided just what his course will be, except in one particular, and that is that he will be just. It is, however, being maintained that the renumeration policy recently given, was the latest thing up to that date, and if there has been a change, it has been due to the pressure SENSATIONAL DIVORGE North Carolina "Triangle" Inv Both Races Settled Out of Has Been Given Satisfac Against McRary Dropped. GREENSBORO, N. C. June 30—The entire book dealing with the sensational Varner litigation, save the chapter concerning a divorce between H. B Varner and his wife, Mrs Florence C Varner, was settled Thursday afternoon, June 23, to the satisfaction of all concerned, when the attorneys reeled, namely, H. B Varner, Mrs Varner presenting the three parties interest and Baxter McRary, wealthy colored man, agreed upon the conditions of the compromises, and signed the necessary papers to make the agreements binding. Proceedings Kept Secret The suit of Varner against McRary for $100,000 is withdrawn. Mrs. Florence C. Varner gets a sum of money, said to be about $20,000, the suit of Fritts vs. Walser is settled, Mrs. Varner is to go to her home in Utah, and it is understood, she will enter suit there for a divorce, which suit it is said, will not be opposed. The exact provision of the settlement of the case are not known, the lawyers agreeing among themselves to keep the terms a secret. As to the innocence or guilt of Mrs. Varner, the courts have not yet said, and rather than go through the ordeal of another trial and rather than air the nauseating case again before the public, all parties concerned desired to effect a compromise. SLOGAN: THE MONITOR brought to bear because of the wide publicity given to the facts, and the pressure of Senators, Congressmen, and political voters in northern states who have a keen eye on developments in matters leading up to November, 1922. The big question with the colored citizens is this: ON WHOM MAY WE DEPEND TO BE OUR AD VOCATES IN MATTERS OF PRINCIPLE AND JUSTICE? Back of that very serious and vital question is the right to live at peace with neighbors, to have homes protected, to educate children, to advance in agriculture, business and political lines according to merit. That, say the people everywhere, is the crux. What is Really Happening? What is Really Happening? How is this unrest and uncertainty crystalizing? In all of the so-called "voting states," there are insurgent movements on. In Pennsylvania, it is headed by R. L. Vann, editor of The Pittsburgh Courrier, and they had a statewide meeting in Harrisburg recently, where they resolved and declared they would henceforth stand only for such persons as were known to be loyal. They did considerable denouncing, including Senator Penrose, all because of the failure to pass the Civil Rights bill. In New Jersey, Isaac H. Nutter, in his statement of the Republican National Committee action, has received hundreds of endorsements on his expression of independence. In New York, Indiana, Ohio and Illinois, particularly Chicago, there are feelings of unrest, and expressions of dissatisfaction. It is too early to predict to what extent this discontent will go. In Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina; in Missouri and in Tennessee, there are murmurings, to say nothing of Kentucky, where the Louisville News, William Warley, editor, proposes to the people that an independent party be established. Practical politicans among the white Republicans, as well as the smaller growing number of patriots do not like the turn of events, but they are "hoping against hope." country, have the people of both races been so thoroughly aroused concerning litigation as they were during the time and immediately following the trial of the case in federal court in February. The trial lasted for ten days and in it over 100 witnesses testified Clandestine meetings, secret auto rides, love notes, telephone conversations and many other features disclosing the intimate private life of Mrs. Varner and McRary were aired and contested. According to evidence presented McRary was found in the home of Mrs. Varner, one night last August Mr. Varner was out of town at the time. Immediately upon information regarding the alleged intimate relations of his wife and Mc Rary, Varner brought suit against McRary for $100,000 damages for alleged alienation of his wife's affections. In a counter charge, Mrs. Varner sued her husband for $5,000 a year for reasonable subsistence. NOTICE To insure your news appearing in the current issue be sure to have it reach us not later than Tuesday night of each week. If your news is late we cannot get it in. Our forms are locked up for press Wednesday morning. We want the news. Please see that it reaches us on time. A NATIONAL WEEKLY NEWSPAPER DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF COLORED AMERICANS THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, Editor OMAHA, NEBRASKA, THURSDAY, June 30, 1921. [Picture of a man with a mustache and a suit]. PROF. CHAS, H. BOYER, dean of St. Augustine's School, Raleigh, N. C. who celebrated his 25th anniversary during the school's commencement, May 22-25 of this year. The faculty and teachers presented him with many valuable gifts as expressions of their appreciation for his long services at that institution. Among the presents was a substantial purse. The school gave him a trip to Europe recently as a mark of their appreciation. A PROSPEROUS OKLAHOMA TOWN Monitor Scribe Visits Eufaula Where He Finds Many Home-Owners and Successful Business Professional Men and Farmers. Eufaula, Oklahoma, June 12. This is a beautiful little town of about 3000, and about 125 colored families, most of whom own their own homes. There are fifteen or sixteen business places among our folks and all are doing a good business, among those of importance are: D. L. Floyd, gunsmith, who has all of the work of this kind in the town and the county, being the best there is. Mrs. Floyd operates a grocery store in her own building and has a fresh line of groceries of all kinds, they carry a small line of drugs, and we succeeded in getting them to carry a full line of Kaffir Chemical Laboratories products. J. E. Price has a grocery store almost across from the Katy station and has a fine line of best brands of goods there are on the market. The pride of the town is the Meat Market owned by Mr. W. T. Barmarm. Mr. Barmarm has the best meat market in this part of the state, and raises and kills his own fine hogs and cattle. Mr. L. W. Jordan is one of the leading blacksmiths in the city, and has a wagon shop in connection with his shop. Mr. S. W. Wright is the auto machanic and enjoys all the work that he can do. A motion picture house is owned by Messrs Trammel & Goodman and shows every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights, Mr. D. L. Floyd operates the machine. Henderson and Tamplin have a nice four table pool hall. There are two rooming houses in the city, one run by Hunter and Tramplin and the other by Henry Black. Mr. Bob Cook has a modern cleaning and pressing establishment with one Hoofman Steam pressing machine. N. F. Neal is the silver smith and jeweler and has a good business. L. E. Earnest has a fine selection of second hand goods in his store. John Wilson has a two chair barber shop. P. T. Patton enjoys the distinction of being the best boot and shot moker in the town, and has all of the modern machinery for repair work. Mr. Patton is a graduate of Tuskegee. The school house is one of the best in the state and has four large well equipped rooms. Prof. C. C. Monroe is the principal and has three able assistants. OBSERVES ANNIVERSARY dean of St. Augustine's School, High, N. C. anniversary during the school's com- s year. The faculty and teachers uble gifts as expressions of their aces at that institution. Among the arse. The school gave him a trip to their appreciation. OKLAHOMA TOWN There are four nice churches. Dr. C. L. Cooper is the physician and enjoys a good practice among both races. Dr. R. B. Taylor is the dentist, and has a very modern equipped office. Attorney John Epps looks after the legal interests of his people with the assistance of Attorney W. H. Twine of Muskogee. Among some of the most prosperous farmers are: Messers E. L. Campbell, Noah Gregory, W. H. Middlebrooks, J. J. Smith, N. C. Chile, G. W. Walker, J. Basset and D. G. Garner. All of these farmers own their own farms, and have a good prospect for a good crop year. COMMERCIAL CLUB ENTERTAINS MEMBERS AND FRIENDS The Colored Commercial Club held a goodfellowship meeting last Thursday night at the Y. W. C. A. An excellent program was rendered, refreshments served and a pleasant social time was enjoyed by all present The commissioner, Mrs. Grace M. Hutten, announced the program which consisted of the following numbers: Piano solo, Miss Dorothy Storms; selection by Taylor male quartette, consisting of the Rev. Russell Taylor and his three sons, Russell, Jr., William and Elbert; solo Miss Dolores Johnson; address Rev W. C. Williams; humorous reading: Mrs. Reilly, solo, Leroy Kelly and an address by Mr. S. S. Caldwell of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce who was largely responsible for the organization of the Colored Commercial Club. Mr. Caldwell was introduced by Mr. Alfred Jones, vice-president. Mr. Caldwell presented many practical ideas and his address was highly appreciated and well received ENJOY DANCING PARTY A delightful dancing party was given Monday night for the members of the Church of St. Philip the Deacon at Hanscom Park pavilion. The affair was in charge of Mrs. George Watson and Miss Luttie M. Bryant. Members of the congregation and their friends spent a delightful evening. The young people were present in good numbers. The music was furnished by Green's orchestra. SUBSCRIBERS, PLEASE NOTICE If the little pink label on your paper reads 7-1-21 it means that your subscription is now due. Many subscriptions fall due with this issue. The Monitor needs the money, badly. Please pay your subscription promptly. WILBERFORCE HOLDS COMMENCEMENT President Gregg Is Inaugurated And 127 Receive Diplomas From Various Departments. WILBERFORCE, O., June 18.—At the commencement of Wilberforce University, which is said to be the greatest in the history of the institution, Dr. John A. Gregg, was inaugurated president, there were 127 graduates from the various departments, and Prof. Aaron E. Malone, among others received the honorary degree of master of Arts. The exercises which lasted one week were all high class, one feature being the meeting of the Trustees of the University in annual session lasting only one day, closing at noon, the first time in the history. Fully three thousand people were present on commencement day. Dr. Gregg was inaugurated under the Alumni Association, Dr. Reverdy C. Ransom, the president presided, and Bishop B. F. Lee, senior Bishop of the A. M. E. church, made the prayer. Dr. Ransom, delivered an able address, which was followed by music. Dr. Thomas H. Jackson, one of the first graduates of the university, delivered an address, which was thoughtful and practical. Dr. W. S. Scarborough, ex-president spoke extending greetings to his successor, and wishing him success. It was fitting that he should deliver an address. The keys, charter, and seal of Wilberforce University were presented to the new president by Bishop L. J. Coppin, and a committee consisting of Presidents, G. A. Edwards of Kittrell college; J. H. Lewis, Morris Brown University; S. L. Green, Shorter college; and E. W. Williams, Paul Quinn college. In accepting the emblems of authority, Dr. John A. Gregg delivered his inaugural address, which was frieghted with good common sense outlining the policy for the future which means a greater Wilberforce At 10 o'clock last Thursday morning the commencement day exercises were pulled off, and it will live for many years to come. Several, thousand and people were unable to get inside the building. Dr. E. H. Lindley Chancellor of the University of Kansas, Lawrence, delivered the commencement address. It was wonderful address. "New Present Day Pioneers," was the theme discussed. He pled for an equal opportunity in the walks of life for all Americans. It was a heart to heart talk from man to man. The old and the new were the types of pioneers brought face to face, the man who lived for others and not selfish represented the higher life, the life of service. TULSA CHIEF-OF-POLICE HAS BEEN INDICTED Grand Jury Probing Race Riot Returns True Bills Against Members of Police Force. TULSA, Okla., June 25.—Chief-01-01 Police John A. Gustafson of the Tulsa police department and other members of the department were indicted today by the grand jury in connection with the recent race riot, and on charges of permitting vice. Other indictments in connection with auto thefts were returned against Ray Ward, head of the police automobile recovery department; Roy Meacham, traffic officer; E. F. Waddell, chief of police of Sand Springs, a suburb and F. E. Williams, Sand Springs police-man. Gen. S. P. Freeling, who conducted the inquiry, told the court he could not fully concure in the report because it did not include accusations he said he believed should have been made against other officials and alleged rioters. The jury blamed the armed Negroes who went to the court house on the night of the outbreak for the riot. In the same report the grand jury indicted seven civilians in connection with the race riots. Previously approximately 90 indictments had been returned. EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. PHILIP, THE DEACON The Church School which meets every Sunday morning at 10 o'clock continues to grow steadily. Last Sunday's attendance was exceptionally good. Mrs. Winfred J. Johnson has been added to the corps of teachers. The services next Sunday will be as follows: holy communion, 7:30 a.m.; matins 8:30 a.m.; Church school 10 a.m.; holy communion and sermon 11 a.m.; evening prayer 8 o'clock. Mrs. Virginia P. Smith has been received from St. Philip's Church Brooklyn, N. Y. Vol. VII. No. 1. 12 WHITE MANY INDICTI RETURNED Grand Jury Has Returned Eighty-Eight Six Colored Persons Are Held For fense, While Only Twelve Whites A Minor Offense. LOOK ASKANCE UPON REHA Plans Are Being Rapidly Perfected to D Two Miles Distant From Former S Clever Scheme to Have Race Thr den of Building From Shoulders of MANY INDICTMENTS RETURNED IN TULSA Grand Jury Has Returned Eighty-Eight Indictments. Seventy- Six Colored Persons Are Held For Rioting, An Unbailable Offense, While Only Twelve Whites Are Indicted For Looting, A Minor Offense. LOOK ASKANCE UPON REHABILITATION PLAN Plans Are Being Rapidly Perfected to Develop Segregated District Two Miles Distant From Former Site In Unhealthful Section. Clever Scheme to Have Race Throughout Country Lift Burden of Building From Shoulders of Tulsites. (Special to The Monitor by Staff Correspondent.) (Special to the Monitor by Joan TULSA, OKLA., June 20—The world believes, or strenuous efforts have been made by business and other interests here, to make the world believe that Tulsa is truly penitent for her sins and the crime which blackened her character. Happenings here, however, would seem to indicate that this oil metropolis was "e'en in penance planning sins anew" against her Negro citizens. Two of these events are the indictments by the grand jury and the proposed reconstruction plan. I fail to see how any unbiased person can consider these events without reaching the conclusion of your correspondent that Tulsa is neither penitent for her past transgressions nor does she propose amendment of life or restitution for her sins. Nor is she sincerely trying to help destitute Negro citizens rehabilitate themselves. Her seeming philanthropy has a significant mercenary and commercial aspect. But let your readers draw their conclusions from the following facts: Grand Jury Indictments Grand Jury Indictments The grand jury had returned up to Saturday June 18 88 indictments. Of these 24 were returned Saturday morning about equally divided between blacks and whites. The grand jury returns of Saturday constituted the first formal accusations made against any of the whites. In other words, 76 colored Americans and only 12 white Americans have been indicted. The 76 indictments against the colored people are for rioting, an unbailable offense, punishable under the statutes with death; while the indictments against the twelve white men are for looting, a charge in this state which is bailable, and punishable by imprisonment. This may be justice, but my opinion is that few broad-minded Americans will so consider it. The grand jury has evidently lost sight of the identity of the real rioters, the persons who were responsible for the direct causes and conditions leading up to the conflict and have refused to seek the master mind that directed the devastation of the coveted Negro section, which was becoming too valuable for "occupation by Negroes." Some inquisition be the chief of the actions of the chief police and the editor of The Tulsa Tribune and some other "higher ups" incidently interested in the zoning of the city. The indictments by the grand jury are not reassuring of any sincere intention upon the part of the people of Tulsa, in the judgment of your correspondent, to see that justice is done. It looks very much like a well-planned effort to place the blame on the black people of Tulsa. Eighty eight indictments, 76 against blacks for rioting, an unbailable offense, 12 only against whites for looting, an offense for which bail is accepted. RESPITE FOR CONDEMN The National Association For T ple Scores Another Great Vi tice For Men Convicted in Which Were in Fact a Revo RESPITE FOR CONDEMNED MEN IN ARKANSAS The National Association For The Advancement of Colored People Scores Another Great Victory In Its Legal Fight For Justice For Men Convicted in Connection With Elaine Riots Which Were in Fact a Revolt Against Peonage. NEW YORK, June 30—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 70 Fifth Avenue, New York, have announced that a respite had been obtained in the cases of the six colored men sentenced to die on June 10 for their alleged connection with the Arkansas riots. Unsuccessful appeals were made to Governor Thomas C. McRae to grant a stay of execution pending the result of the trials of the other six men in the Phillips County Court. Two days before the date set for the execution of Frank Hicks and five others, attorneys for the N. A. A. C. P. applied for a writ in the Pulaski Chancery Court restraining the state of Arkansas from putting the death sentence into execution. The writ was granted by Chancellor Martineau and a restraining order was served upon the warden at the penitentiary preventing the execution pending further action by the court. On June 8, the National Office received the following telegram from Little Rock, Arkansas: "Petition for Habeas Corpus filed Chancery Court which stays execution. (Signed Scipio A. Jones." Meanwhile a writ of prohibition was applied for by the authorities in the Arkansas State Supreme Court, dissolving this last defense of the condemned men. The National Office of the N. A. A. C. P. immediately telegraphed its attorneys suggesting that they apply in the federal court for a writ of habeas corpus to prevent the execution. On June 21 the National Office received the following telegram from Little Rock, signed Scipio A. Jones: "No imminent danger electrocution Possible writ here from Arkansas Supreme (Court) to Supreme Court Help Put --- TE MEN CTMENTS ED IN TULSA City-Eight Indictments. Seventy- d For Rioting, An Unbailable Of- hites Are Indicted For Looting, A REHABILITATION PLAN ed to Develop Segregated District Former Site In Unhealthful Section. The Throughout Country Lift Bur- ders of Tulsites. f Correspondent.) The Negro was at no time an offender, but acted only in defense of law and order and later of his home, his business and his life. Will Rebuild in Unhealthy District "Little Africa" is to be rebuilt; but, and please note this significant fact, and recall what I said in a former article about unsuccessful efforts to buy out the property owners in this segregated district prior to the riot, not in the same section, but one two miles to the north and east of the lately occupied district. This district lies in low land, with poor drainage and has no sewage or water conveniences and is unhealthful and undesirable. This site has been accepted, largely from duress, after a conference between white business men and "leading Negroes" who "approve (?) of the reconstruction plan and sanction (?) program." It is alleged that at least two of these "leading Negroes" who have been most enthusiastic in their approval of the site belong to the "Yas-Sah-Ha-Ha-Me-Too-Boss" type, and against whom it has been frequently charged that they have sold their race politically. These have succeeded in associating with them other well-meaning colored men, who are innocent of the tricks of shrewd politicians. However, this is the proposed plan: To purchase the land in the devastated district at a good price and by the help of the bankers to put across a million dollar real estate and building corporation, with shares at $1.00 each, to be sold broadcast to Negroes throughout the United States, the money to be used to build homes for Negroes in the new segregated district or "Little Africa" of Tulsa. This strikes your correspondent as a very clever scheme, not only to make the race throughout the country pay for the rehabilitation of "Little Africa" for which Tulsa should pay, and has promised to pay, but also to make the race throughout the country endorse the principle of the segregated district or ghetto, the danger of which and the easy destruction of which has just been so tragically demonstrated in Tulsa. But this, it is alleged, is in substance, the plan or scheme for rebuilding and rehabilitating the thousands of law-abiding, prosperous, self-respecting, innocent Negroes who lost the accumulation of years of frugality and industry at the hands of a mob which not only used torches but dropped inflammable bombs from aeroplanes on their dwellings, churches, schools and business places, and which the business men of Tulsa told the people of the country would be rebuilt by funds contributed by the white citizens of Tulsa. Tulsa may be penitent and sincere but these two significant events upon which I have dwelt leaves large latitude for skepticism. ED MEN IN ARKANSAS the Advancement of Colored Peoctory In Its Legal Fight For Jus-Connection With Elaine Riots It Against Peonage. action by the court. On June 8, the National Office received the following telegram from Little Rock, Arkansas: "Petition for Habeas Corpus filed Chancery Court which stays execution. (Signed Scipio A. Jones." Meanwhile a writ of prohibition was applied for by the authorities in the Arkansas State Supreme Court, dissolving this last defense of the condemned men. The National Office of the N. A. A. C. P. immediately telegraphed its attorneys suggesting that they apply in the federal court for a writ of habeas corpus to prevent the execution. On June 21 the National Office received the following telegram from Little Rock, signed Scipio A. Jones: "No imminent danger electrocution. Possible writ here from Arkansas Supreme (Court) to Supreme Court (Continued On Page 2) It There" LIFTING. LIFT, TOO! Whole No. 313 THE MONITOR THE MONITOR THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS, Editor. George H. W. Bullock, Business Manager and Associate Editor. W. W. MOSELY, Associate Editor, Lincoln, Neb. SUBSCRIPTION RATES, $2.00 A YEAR; $1.25 6 MONTHS; 75c 3 MONTHS Advertising Rates Furnished Upon Application. Address, The Monitor, 204 Kaffir Block, Omaha, Neb. Telephone Douglas 3224. MEMBER OF THE ASSOCIATION MILKO PRESS Monitor Starts Relief Fund for Tulsa Riot Victims ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. The Monitor Publishing Company $10.00 Mrs. Alonzo Jackson 1.00 Waiters, Blackstone Hotel 12.50 Ed. F. Morearty 2.00 W. P. Ray, Duluth, Minn. 1.00 Elmer Morris, St. Paul, Minn. 1.00 Mrs. J. E. Miller, Beatrice, Neb. 1.00 John Talifas 1.00 SELF-DEFENSE ALWAYS, BETALIATION NEVER THE Monitor gives space to an unusual letter of a rather baskerviestic and radical type. We do so for two reasons chiefly. First, because we believe that the thoughtful American public should know how affairs like East St. Louis and Tulsa are evoking a spirit of bitterness and retaliation in the breasts of some colored Americans; and, secondly, because it gives us an opportunity to point out to any of our readers who share our correspondent's sentiments the error and unwisdom of this position. Our correspondent is not alone by any means in his views. We are advised that in certain sections of this country members of our race have organized a K. K. K., Knights of the Kerosene Kan, to fight the revived infamous Ku Klux Klan. The method to be pursued by this defensive organization is fighting by fire; that is to say that whenever the whitehooded night riders do violence to a member of the race or attempt their work of terrorization, fires will break out in certain portions of the town or country where this violence occurs. It is not a pleasing thing to contemplate. This spirit bodies no good to our country. But that it is here should not be disguised, but be made known and efforts should be made to check it by repressing violence which can only beget violence Our correspondent is right in saying that scenes like Tulsa where torches and aeroplanes were used to burn down the homes of our people are setting a bad example. We are charged with being an imitative people. It would indeed be serious for the whole country if any number of our people would begin to imitate the mob-spirit which has dominated certain groups of white people in various sections of our country. The Monitor believes that it is not ominously, but hopefully, significant that the colored American is learning to strike back in his own defense and endeavoring to protect himself. Unfortunately, it is the only thing left for him to do, since it has been demonstrated, time and time again that the authorities have shown either unwillingness or inability to protect him. This our people have learned and we are determined to defend ourselves when mobs attack. This the Monitor regards as a hopeful sign. We believe that it will lessen rather than increase the mob spirit against us. While this spirit of self-defense is to be commended, the spirit of retaliation which some of our group represented by our correspondent, are advocating is to be deplored and discouraged. The Monitor does not believe in the Lex talionis or law of retaliation or vengeance. We do believe and advocate the right of self-defense. From our viewpoint our correspondent is wrong in advocating retaliation either bloody or fiery. To follow his advice would only be seeking revenge and would be a manifestation of the same savagery and blood lust that he really deplores and which all right-thinking people must strive to eliminate from our civilization if anything worthy of the name of Christian civilization is to endure. The colored American must never go further than to protect himself when he and his are attacked by a blood-thirsty mob. He should sell his life dearly, but always in SELF-DEFENSE, never as an AGGRESSOR; but no thought of vengeance, retaliation or reprisal should lead him beyond this. Any manifestation of revenge or retaliation is fundamentally wrong. It will alienate friends who admit the right of self-defense, but cannot excuse savagery, no matter how great the provocation. "Vengeance is Mine. I will repay, saith the Lord", holds fundamentally true for all time. "As a Christian man", our correspondent, is wrong in suggesting retaliation. That must never be. Let us hope for the time to speedily come when the law-abiding, self-respecting colored American may be void of any fear that the lawless act, or the alleged lawless act of some criminal member of his race for which he is in no way responsible, may place the life of him and in his jeopardy at the hands of some blood-thirsty mob. But unfortunately that time has not yet come. This is a tragic fact which must be recognized. There are hundreds of potential Tulsa in the United States today. Evil forces are laying mines which a spark may explode at any time. Vigilance and self-restraint are essential. We pray God that there may never be another Tulsa. But signs of the times indicate that there may be. But wherever such outbreaks occur, the colored American will be absolutely right in defending himself to the last drop of his blood. Self-defense, only and always; retaliation or vengeance never THE facts that are coming to light in Tulsa are by no means complimentary to that city. It is very plain that the recent riot accomplished what certain business interests of that city had been anxious to bring to pass for some months, the removal of "Little Africa" to a more remote section of the city, the almost magical growth of which was neither dreamed of nor anticipated when "the Negro district" east of the then remote Sante Fe tracks was set apart. It is very evident that breaking of the Tenth Commandment by those business interests which unsuccessfully strove to get possession of this territory, preceded the breaking of the Sixth Commandment by the less respectable mob. The connection between the two may be more closely related than appears upon the surface. Then, too, the findings of the grand jury strike an outsider as rather faecial. Again, this time in Tulsa, the forces of law have broken down in a civilized and orderly community, and Anarchy, for a few lurid hours, has reeled and gibbered on her scarlet throne. The result, stark horror, human degradation, shame and humiliation of the republic that talked, during the war, about "the Hun". No army of invading savages, modern or ancient, civilized or barbarian, ever wrecked more brutal outrage on a helpless civilian population than did the Huns of Tulsa on thousands of their unoffending fellow townsmen. Millions of property destroyed, thousands of homes burned, the house of God itself not spared, scores of lives lost in shot and flame, no thought of consideration for women and children, the beast that is in human nature unleashed and ravening—all as the consequence of the overthrow, for a few hours, of the supremacy of law. It is when we are called on to behold, on such occasions as this, what the absence of law, its power and authority, means, that to even the most thoughtless and indifferent and unimaginative of men is brought home a sober realization of the law's importance. It is at once the backbone and the life's blood of our entire social structure. Without it there can be no happiness, no safety, no hope, for the week or for the strong. All there is in the world that is good and true and beautiful depends upon its majesty. Without it every home would become a den of beasts, every farmside a wilderness, every city a mass of idle ruins, and what was left of humanity would slink and cower, hunting and hunted, over the face of a desolated earth. And yet carelessly in our daily lives, we flout it! We ignore it, we violate it, we cheat it, we jeer it, a little here, a little there, and plant by our speech and action the seed of that sentiment in the mass mind which grows into a feeling of disre- NOT COMPLIMENTARY PRESS COMMENTS THE HUNS OF TULSA spect for all law and for the institutions which uphold and administer it. We offend against this great and indispensable protector of human decency and unhappiness not alone by our lack of respect for it. We offend almost as greatly by distorting it from its true purpose to make it serve as an agency for pettiness, for fads and isms, for trivialities, too often even for oppression, and the suppression of natural rights and liberties. If the law is to be respected it must be kept respectable. If its majesty is to be sensed it must be indeed majestic. If it is to be trusted and supported it must be worthy of confidence and true regard. Otherwise as little by little, here and there, it falls by sections into disrepute, the whole strength of the structure is weakened, there is no virile public sentiment to uphold it, and the day comes when small offenses against it are followed by enormous ones and the lawlessness of individuals becomes the anarchy of whole communities. Into every American consciousness whether of child or adult, the lesson should be drilled home that in a free government such as ours the law is the expression of the organized will of the people, and that it is the one effective means the people have to enforce their will and to protect themselves. It has no other support than their strength. If they fail it, it than tehir strength. If they fail it, it will fall them. If they fail to make and keep it wise and just they alone will pay the penalty. If we could but clearly understand what it means there is no good citizen but would fight to uphold the law as he would fight to protect his country's soil from the foot of a foreign foe, or the threshold of his home against some bestial prowler The (Omaha) World-Herald, June 3 1921. LETTERS FROM OUR READERS The Law of Retaliation EDITOR MONITOR: If not contrary to your conservative policy please publish this letter. TO MOBS, AUTHORITIES, UNJUST JUDGES, KLU KLUX KLANLYCHERS, NEWSPAPERS, and WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Since the Klu Klux Klan and kindred organizations have inspired the mob and rioters to burn Tulsa's colored business district. I, as a Christian man think it a very bad example to set. Of course those few brave colored men who went up to try to protect the boy from the mob and see that he was brought to trial would not have objected to the "law" taking its course, even when they knew in their heart of hearts there is no just law in this country for colored victims—men, women, or children. Then to use aeroplanes is the height of infamy, and the fire-fire stands by and remarks "It would be worth a fireman's life to undertake to put a stream of water on that fire" Well, Mr. "Fire-Chief," and "Chief of Police," and others: you are setting a very poor example, and that Tulsa Mob with its aeroplanes, likewise. The colored men and women are very loath to use match and coal oil and it is always so handy, but you are teaching them a lesson and you may may reap the benefit of the lesson taught. You shall pay for it. I know where a piece of waster saturated with coal oil can be placed with a lighted match applied that it will not endanger your life to turn a stream of water on—"Burning of "negro quarters" have awakened me to learn this from my "superious"," the Mob. I don't need an aeroplane—only a stormy, dark night, and wind high and blowing in the right direction, and perhaps you may have three five or seven fires at once to turn your stream on. I have had my cup run over with mob murder, connived and aided by authority in the dark. Let's have light from henceforth. One who believes in retaliation—"An Eye for an Eye;" "A Hand for a Hand;" "A Mob for a Mob;" A Shot for a Shot;" "A Death for a Death;" "A Fire for a Fire;" or "A Fire for a Death;" "A Fire for a Lynching;" "A Fire for all Wrongs;" "A Fire is the real thing, and our enemies have taught us!" O. Tulsa, if I forget thee, May my right hand forget its cunning, and my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth. A Northern City. June 17, 1921. W. R. Y. W C. A The Educational Committee held its first demonstration Friday, with the chairman, Mrs. J. H. Hutten presiding. She made a very impressive address concerning the organization's birth and development. Mrs. Phelps gave the first demonstration with her class in gymnastics. Mrs. D. W. Gooden, chairman of the membership committee, appealed for new members and renewals of those expired. She is anxious to reach the 1,000 membership goal before the close of this year. Mrs. Metcalf, chairman of the Health Committee, read a very interesting paper on the health of girls and women. A demonstration "Goodnight Stars" was given by the class in Aesthetics. The Priscilla Needle Craft Club, under Mrs. Belle Taylor, demonstrated the accomplishments of patience. Mrs. Tucker, 2508 M St., who has been very ill, is improving slowly. She is still however, confined to bed. TR. MONITOR Diamond Theatre --- See Your Favorite Pictures at This Theatre the Coming Week "Its Cool Here" N. A. A. C. P. The Omaha branch of the N. A. A. C. P. met in the Pilgrim Baptist Church Sunday, Mrs. J. Alice Stewart Vice President presiding. The branch meets at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 24th & Ohio Strs. next Sunday, at which time a collection will be taken to make up the deficit in the expenses of Omaha's delegate. Russel Taylor, for the Press Com. THE NEW NEEDLE Ladies are delighted with our made-to-order all wool skirts at 40 to 60 percent less than store prices. Direct from eastern costumers to you. Exquisite designs and latest styles. A pleasure to show samples George Parker sales manager. Call Harney 5737. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation for the kindness and floral offerings shown by our many friends during the illness and death of our beloved son, husband, and brother. Mrs. W. H. Deason, mother Mrs. Ada Williams, wife Miss Ethel Williams, sister. SOUTH SIDE LOCALS Mrs. P. R. Warner, 2512 K St. left for southern Louisiana Thursday where she will spend a month visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. Upchurch, 4428 South 16th St. gave a birthday party last Saturday for her daughter Alma. Covers were spread for 12, and the young people, all spent the evening in frolic. Mrs. Keaton, 2514 K St." who was summoned to Texas due to the illness of a sister, who died recently, returned home last week. Mr. William Taggart, who was so very instrumental in the construction of Bethel Baptist Church is reported to be seriously ill at his home in Chicago. The members of Class number 1, of Bethel Baptist S. S. have organized a club which they named the Gleaners. The purpose of this club is bible study. Miss Tucker gave her S. S. class, the Junior Boys, a picnic last Monday at Riverview park. The boys of her class invited the girls of the Metoka Class as guests. John Wakefield a student of South High School is attending the summer school, in order to graduate in 3½ years instead of 4 years. Rev. Thos. Taggart is visiting the B. Y. P. U. and S. S. convention at Kansas City. He will return this week. Mr. D. A. Burdon, died at his residence Saturday morning. Funeral services at St. Mary's Baptist Church, 30th and R streets Wednesday at 2:30 P. M. There will be an entertainment at the home of the Mrs. Whidby, 29917 R St. for the benefit of the Missionary Aid and the Pastor's Aid Society Thursday evening at 8:00 P. M. SIOUX CITY, IOWA The quarterly meeting held at the Malone A. M. E. Church on the 5th by the presiding elder Rev. Thos. B. Stovall was a success in every way. One united with the church and 60 persons partook of the holy communion. The offering was $60.00. Mr. and Mrs. Rasburne Curtis of 540% Cook St. entertained at dinner Monday night, June 6 the Rev. Thos. B. Stovall and Rev. P. M. Lewis. Dr. J. W. Norris of Yankton, S. Dak. spent a few days here recently. The Willing Workers will hold their 2nd annual bazaar in the parlors of Malone A. M. E. Church July 7 and 8. YOUR NEIGHBOR BUYS ALAMITO PRODUCTS Milk, Cream, Butter, Cottage Cheese ALAMITO "MILK WHITE" DAIRY enworth St. at 26th Douglas 0409 President Harding Would "O. 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Miss Smothers, principal of one of the Kansas City, Kan., schools is a week end visitor at the residence of Mrs. John A. Smith. Bishop N. C. Cleaves of the sixth district of the C. M. E. Church will preach at Grove M. E. Church Sunday morning at 11 o'clock. The Sunday School Convention and District Conference are now in session in the city. A. P. Scruggs, Lawyer, 220 S. 18th st. D. 7512. Col. 4831. -Adv. Little Celinestine Smith passed to the 2nd A, with three A's to her credit. Mrs. Gates of Lincoln and three Kansas City matrons motored here last week and were visitors at Mrs. J. A. Smith's on Erskine St. Get acquainted with the Episcopal Church by attending services Sunday morning at 11 o'clock at St. Philip's Church, 1121 North Twenty-first street.—Adv. Rev. J. H. Lawrence a Seventh Day Adventist minister of the British West Indies arrived in the city Monday and is the guest of the Rev. Mr. Lightner. Mrs. Elizabeth Chilsoom of Minneapolis and Mrs. J. R. Morgan of St. Paul, Minn., were Omaha visitors last week. Little Helen Stephenson is quite ill. Jenkin's Barber Shop—All work strictly first-class. 2122 No. 24th St. Webster 2095. Mrs. J. F. Smith of 3021 Manderson street who was taken seriously ill last Sunday morning is much better. Miss Julia Mickey of Kansas City, who has been the guest of Mrs. John Smith will leave for her home thefirst of next week. FOR RENT: Neatly furnished room near the Packing House district, 5219 S. 29th St. Telephone Market 0875. Mrs. M. F. Singleton and granddaughter Constance, will leave Saturday for Chicago where she will visit her daughter, Mrs. James W. Madden. Miss Frankie B. Watkins, secretary of the Y. W. C. A. left last week for Cincinnati, Ohio. Henry W. Black, president of the N. A. A. C. P. lett last Thursday for Detroit, Mich, to attend the Twelfth annual National convention of the N. A. A. C. P. He expects to be absent about ten days. Jenkin's Barber Shop—All Work Strictly First Class. 2122 N. 24th St Web. 2095. Mrs. W. H. Deason, Colorado Springs, Colo., is visiting her daughter, Miss Ethel Williams, 2434 Grant St. She will leave for her home Monday. Miss Williams will return with her. Miss Gertrude Hyde, of Des Moines, Ia., has ben attending the session of Grand Chapter O. E. S. in Council Bluffs. She spent several days in Omaha enroute home. Holst Pharmacy for drugs. 2702 Cuming street, Harney 681.—Adv. Miss Ethel Williams of 2434 Grant St., has recently returned from Houston, Tex., where she went to accompany the body of her brother the late Lucius Williams. She was accompanied by her mother, Mrs. W. H. Deason. Thos. Irving of Yazoo City, Miss., is now with Jenkins' barber shop. Mr Irving brings with him a wife and two children. He plans to make this his permanent home. He comes highly recommended. The Misses Ethel and Irene Jones and a party of friends, chaperoned by Mrs. Alfred Jones, motored to Red Oak, Iowa, Friday to attend the Aero meet. All reported having a delightful time. Mrs. Mary Watson, formerly of 1105 N. 19th St., left the city Monday afternoon for Denver, Colo., for her health. She expects to remain there permanently. Eugene Newman, an old Omaha boy, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Newman, former residents here is in the city visiting relatives. He is the guest of his uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Murray. Eugene is now a resident of Los Angeles, Cal. (Continued From Page 1) United States, habeas corpus in Federal Court. Date of execution not named by Governor. Change of venue granted. Trial October." It is possible that the cases will be carried, on a writ of error, to the Supreme Court of the United States. In the cases of Ed Ware and the other five defendants whose convictions have been twice reversed by the State Supreme Court, attorneys for the N. A. A. C. P. immediately applied for a change of venue, when the cases were brought to trial for the third time in the Phillips County Circuit Court early in May, on the ground that prejudice against the defendants in Phillips County would prevent obtaining a fair and impartial trial The judge reserved decision for six weeks on the motion for a change of venue, when, in the usual course of procedure, a decision is rendered in three or four days. No reason is known for this unusual action. The telegram from Scipio A. Jones, confirms that the change of venue has at last been granted and that the men will be tried at the October term of the court. Mrs. Slater of Atlanta, Ga., is visiting her sister Mrs. Smith of Erskine Street. Mrs. Slater is pleasently remembered by many Omaha friends as Miss Lessie Bass. Dr. J. H. Lemma who was recently elected manager of the Cooperative Workers of America Store on North Twenty-fourth street is putting lots of pep into the business. Maynard L. Wilson entertained at 6 o'clock dinner Sunday, at his residence, 2516 Corby street, Messrs. W. P. Wade, Emery R. Smith, Nate Hunter, John Crawford and Rev. John Albert Williams. The menu was excellent and the guests were loud in their praises of the culinary skill of the gracious hostess. TEST A MARKED SUCCESS The first morning musical and contest by the pupils of Mrs. Florentine Frances Pinkston was held at the Y. W. C. A., Monday morning and was thoroughly enjoyed by a fair-sized and representative audience. The recital was given complimentary to pupils who had memorized ten selections with an average of A. This fact indicates the good musicianship of the participants of whom there were four, Lucy May Allen, Lyla Johnson, Aline Burnett, and Mrs. Sina Brown; the contestants were Ernestine Singleton, Robie Turner and Mrs. L. Shaw Daniels. It is no small task to memorize one classical number and when it is known that each pupil had memorized ten one can get some idea of the work required and the diligence shown by each pupil. Miss Aline Burnett, who was awarded the Florentine Pinkston scholarship for 1921, played the following difficult numbers: Serenade, Mozart; Etudes Nos. 1 and 2, Op. 105, Burgmuller; Etudes Nos. 16 and 20, Op. 447, Heller Fly Away, Root; Spanish Dance, Brown; Gypsy Dance, Pennington; Spring's Jubilee, Krentzilu; Etude No. 12, Opus 15 Burgmuller. She showed faulties memorization and her phrasing was excellent. Mrs. Sina Brown's numbers included Fifth Valse, Durand; Traumeri, Schumann; Scarf Dance, Chaminade; Voices of Spring, Sinding; Serenade, Grunfeld; Etudes Nos. 2 and 18, Opus 45 and Dialogue Heller; Yesterglow, Shure; and Octave study, Lynes. Mrs. Brown showed thoroughness in her work. Lyla Johnson's selections were Hunting Song, Gurlitt; Allegro Agitato, Burgmuller; Intermezzo, Gurlitt; Love Song, Cadman; Witch's Revels, Schytte; May Breezes, Leslie; Fluttering Leaves, Kolling; Mazurka Caprice, Deceeve; Moderato Conbrio, and Capricetto, Gurlitt. This young pupil showed brilliant technique and her muscianship was always in evidence. Miss Lucy May Allen's numbers included the following difficult compositions: Polish Dance, Scharwenka; The Gypsies, Burgmuller; Scoto Poem, McDowell; Prelude No. 20, opus 28, Chopin; Chanson Populaire, Sinding; Au Matin, Godard; Voglein, Grieg; Memories, Huerter; Mazurka Pomposa, Rolfe and Warrior's Song, Heller. Her brilliant playing showed un- mistakeable genius in her make up. The three contestants for the $10 in gold were: Mrs. L. Shaw Daniels, Ernestine Singleton and Robbie Turner. The selection played was the Storm by Burgmuller. So close was the contest and so well did each one play that only by the selection of points, scientifically considered, were the judges able to make the award, which went to Robbie Turner. Dan Desdunes and Mrs. Pinkston were the judges. BOY SCOUTS HAVE GOOD TIME The boy scouts of Troop 23, Dr. Craig Morris, scout master, are having the time of their life. Last Friday night they met at Thirty-third and Lake street where they engaged in scout work after which they repaired to the home of Mrs. Grace Hutten where they were served refreshments. Next Sunday afternoon they will have an auto ride to Fort Calhoun where they will be served dinner. This will end their summer's work until the encampment the last of August when it is expected that about thirty boys will spend a week at Camp Gifford. MASONS ATTEND ANNUAL SERMON The second annual sermon of the associated Masonic Lodges of Omaha, mebers of the most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Nebraska and its Masonic jurisdiction was preached last Sunday afternoon by the Rev. W. F. Botts, at Zion Baptist church. The church was filled to overflowing by members of the craft and their friends. W. G. Wade was chairman and Maynard L. Wilson, master of ceremonies. The exercises consisted of an opening number by the choir; introduction and prayer by the grand chaplain; a vocal solo by John Griffin; an address; "Memoirs of Masonry" by the Rev. I. B. Smith of Lincoln; a vocal solo by Miss Irene Cochran; paper by Mrs. Harq Thompson; bass solo by LeRoy Kelly; the sermon on "Love and Charity" by the Rev. W. F. Botts; closing hymn by the choir and benediction by the Rev. J. H. Wakefield. The lodges represented were Rough Ashler, No. 1 Excelsior, No. 2; Rescue No. 4; Omaha No. 9 and Hiram. The South Side Boy Scouts are keeping "in trim." They had drill at Creighton fields last week. LINCOLN, NEB. BY W. W. MOSELL Mesdames W. R. B. Alexander, G. Haynes, G. L. Flippin, and F. F. McWilliams have returned home after attending the annual session of the Grand Lodge, O. E. S. at Liberty, Mo. last week. They report a successful meeting. Rev. I. B. Smith spent about four hours in Omaha last Sunday when he spoke for the Masons in their annual St. John's day celebration. Rev. H. W. Botts was confined with illness a few days last week. Mrs. I. C. Kelles accompanied by her friend Mrs. F. Craig, both of Keokuk, Ia., are visiting her daughter, Mrs. Nellie Maston, and son Silas. Mr. Silas Kelles tendered his mother and friends an auto ride last Sunday afternoon. R. H. Young is confined with illness at this time. Mrs. M. J. Paige of St. Louis, Mo., addressed the N. A. A. C. P. meeting Monday night at the A. M. E. Church. Her mission is a good one, and should be wisely considered by thinking people. Rev. I. B. Smith has charge of the A. M. E. Church pulpit during the absence of the pastor, Rev H. H. Jones, who is at Excelsior Springs. Rev. T. J. Parker preached Sunday morning, Rev. I. B. Smith at night. The State Federation of Colored Woman's Club is in session here this week. Delegates are expected from several cities. Mr. Sol Nelson is here from Western University, Quindaro, Kansas, visiting friends for a few days. Mr. Nelson is learning a trade at the college. W. W. Mosely returned Sunday after a visit with his mother at Atchinson, Kan., and a two days stay at Kansas City, Mo., attending the National B. Y. P. U. and Sunday School Congress, which without a doubt was the biggest religious gathering of our folk the writer ever had the privilege of meeting. Z. Johnson is able to attend church after a long illness. At Mt. Zion Baptist Church Sunday, the Sunday School was held at 9:30, and is gaining in importance. Rev. H. W. Botts filled the pulpit morning and night. Attendance was fair. Next Sunday morning will be general covenant, at night preaching and Holy Communion. Say, don't forget the big picnic in F Street Park, Monday July 4. Mt. Zion Church's annual celebration. Mr. H. L. Robinson of Kansas City, Kan. has located in our midst, and has started a tailoring and cleaning establishment in Mick's barber shop. Look him over. SWASTIKA RACQUET CLUB'S FIRST BIG TENNIS TOURNA-MENT MONDAY JULY 5, 1921. The following program is at 4:30 P. M: 1st match—Miss M. Roberts and Mrs. H. Bently vs Miss R. Middleton and Mrs. A. C. Brown. Doubles 2nd match—J. Horton vs M. Randall Singles. 3rd match—Mr. H. Bently and S. Yancy vs. Mr. A. C. Brown and Mr. M. S. Waits. Doubles 4th match—Miss Middleton and Mr. A. C. Brown vs Mrs. H. Bently and Mr. H. Bently. Mixed doubles. 5th match—Mr A. C. Brown vs Mr H. Bently. Singles. Everybody is invited to come out and bring your friends to the biggest sporting event of the season. Place, 28th and Miami. We offer a special invitation to visitors in the city. GIVE DINNER FOR GRADUATES Mesdames Augustus Hicks and William Murphy entertained at a dinner party Monday night at the residence of Mrs. Hicks, complimentary to the Misses Elizabeth Usher and Gladys E Brown, recent high school graduates. Four graduates were present and each found an appropriate present at his or her plate. The Misses Brown and Usher were given gold mesh bags Frances Gordon, correspondence cards, and James Lewis, a loose-leaf note book. Covers were laid for twelve. PORCH OF N W. C. A. HOME SCREENED The N. W. C. A. will hold their monthly meeting Wednesday, July 6, at the home. All members are requested to be present. Dr. J. H. Hutten surprised the authorities of the home by screening the home's porch, which act was thankfully received. Dr. Hutten has been a silent helper to the home ever since it was founded. He has furnished absolutely free medical care for the charity inmates of the institution ever since it has been founded. The authorities take this occasion to express their sincere gratitude to him for his kindness. PHI DELTA SORORITY One of the large social events of the season, was the annual dance given by the Phi Delta Sorority, Wednesday evening. June 22, at Hanscom Park. This event was given in honor of this years graduates of Omaha and South Omaha High Schools, and was the closing meeting of the Sorority until September. The pretty orgyd gowns and sport costumes worn by the young ladies, offset by the dark coats and light trousers worn by the young men caused much admiration. Betsy Ross Bread THE MON. THE FRANKLIN 24th and Franklin Sts. See Your Favorite Pictures at This Theatre the Coming Week "Its Cool Here" Petersen & Michelsen Hardware Co. GOOD HARDWARE 2408 N St. Tel. South 162 FOR RENT—Furnished rooms in a first class rooming house, steam heat, bath, electric lights, on Dodge and Twenty-fourth street care line, rs Anna Banks, 924 North Twentieth Douglas 4379. FOR RENT — Modern furnished rooms 1702 N. 26th St. Web. 4769. A. Echelm E. W. Shermar Standard Laundry 244th, Near Lake Street Phone Webster 130 G, U, O, O, OF O, F., Missouri Valley Lodge No.1990 every second and fourth Thursday nights each month at 24th and Charles Sts J. D. CRUM, N. G M. L. HUNTER, P. N. F. W. B. TURNER, P. S. Eagle Cafe Lake and 27th Street SPECIAL CHICKEN DIN- NER SUNDAYS AND THURSDAYS Phone Webster 3247 Chas. Hemphill Prop. ANNOUNCEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT I desire to give notice that I have moved my office from the Booker T. Washington Hotel, at 13th and California Sts., to 111 S. 14th St. (over the People's Drug Store.) I desire to solicit the patronage of all my former clientele. N. W. WARE, Attorney and Counselor at Law, 111 S. 14th St. ST. PAUL PRESBYTERIAN Russell Taylor, Pastor A joyous group assembled in Elmwood Park Saturday evening, guests of our Christian Endeavor Society. Every one greatly enjoyed the outing as well as the refreshments. The Sunday School under the leadership of its wide awake superintendent Mrs. M. A. Johnson has passed its first mile stone in its apportionment on the annual budget. The sermon topic Sunday morning will be "The Easy Yoke and Light Burden of Jesus." Betsy WHY PAY RENT? SEE A. J. DAVIS Real Estate and Insurance Man 2426 Lake St. Webster 0865 Seven Years in Business MELCHOR--Druggist The Old Reliable Tel. South 807 4826 So. 24th St. 3 WATERS BARNHART PRINTING CO. OMAHA N. W. WARE, Atty. NOTICE TO NOR-RESIDENT DRIEN AND To John McMahon, non-resident defendant. You are hereby notified that you have been charged with the McMahon, as plaintiff, filed her petition in the District Court of Douglas County, Nebraska, the object and prayer of which to obtain a divorce from you has been filed. You are hereby non-support. That on the 3rd day of June, 1921, the District Court of Doug- sboro, entered an order that service of supe- rior be obtained by publication as is by law made, and provided that service required to answer plaintiff's petition on or before the 14th day of July, 1921. To John McMahon, Plaintiff. 6-9, 16, 23, 30-21. FOR SALE—Shoe repairing establishment, improved in all kinds of machinery with good trade. Will sell reasonably 1408 N. 24th St. CANLIES—Call Silver Star Candy Co 1308 N. 24th St. Service, Prices, Qualifies. Classified Advertising RATES—4 cents a word or single insertions; 2 cents a word for two or more insertions. No advertisement taken for them. Cash must accompany advertisement. FOR SALE—House and lot, 2912 2912 Erskine street. Very reasonable. FOR RENT—Furnished room, near car line. Webster 2680 For instrumental or vocal music, call Mrs. Harris, Douglas 9407. FOR HOMES in north part of city, on easy payments, call Friedman Realty, Tyler 4424. FOR RENT—A nice six room house completely furnished, modern except heat. Terms to suit. Reasonable. 2517 Grant St. Subscribe for The Monitor. Painting and Paperhanging Wallpaper Cleaning Plumbing Belcher and Vann 2122 No. 24 St. Web. 2095 (Located at Jenkin's Barbershop) tsy Ross PIATTI & WEAR ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELLORS AT LAW Phone Douglas 4508 1017-20 City Nat'l Bank Bldg. Lambert, Shotwell & Shotwell ATTORNEYS Omaha National Bank Bldg. We Have a Complete Line of FLOWER,GRASS Seeds AND GARDEN Bulbs, 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. DOLL FURNITURE and 1914-16-18 N. 24th St. Web. 1607 Full line OILS—PAINTS—VAR S Better Goods for Less Money OPEN EVI GOOD GROCER C. P. WESIN C Also Fresh Fruits H. DOLGOFF FURNITURE and HARDWARE 16-18 N. 24th St. Web. 1607 1847 N. 24th Web. 4825 Full line of— LS—PAINTS—VARNISHES—BRUSHES STOVES, RUGS, LINES Goods for Less Money. Credit if You OPEN EVENINGS GOOD GROCERIES ALWAYS P. WESIN GROCERY CO. Also Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. St. Telephone Doub PAINT H. DOLGOFF FURNITURE and HARDWARE 1914-16-18 N. 24th St. 1847 N. 24th St. Web. 1607 Web. 4825 Full line of— OILS—PAINTS—VARNISHES—BRUSHES STOVES, RUGS, LINOLEUM Better Goods for Less Money. Credit if You Wish. OPEN EVENINGS PAI PAINT With Best Material for Less Money Cook's Paint & Varnish Co OILS—PAINTS—VARNISHES—BRUSHES— 'S Paint & Varnish Compan AINTS-VARNISHES-BRUSHES-LA Cook's Paint & Varnish Company OILS—PAINTS—VARNISHES—BRUSHES—LADDERS. WHOLESALE 918 Dodge St. Atlantic 4215 Retail 1416 Harney St. AND Douglas 7018 Retail H. Dolgoff Hardware and Furniture 1847-1914-16-18 N. 24th St. E. M. I Real Estate Houses for Sale on S Let Me Show You Some Date H E. M. DAVIS Real Estate and Rental Houses for Sale on Small Payments Down We Show You Some Real Bargains in Up Date Homes ```markdown ``` E. M. DAVIS Real Estate and Rentals Houses for Sale on Small Payments Down Let Me Show You Some Real Bargains in Up-to- Date Homes When I was Your age, daughter- "When I was You MOTHER AND CHILD READING A PHOTO HOW happy are those mothers who have portraits to visualize life's milestones. Children are ever changing. Photographs bring endless joy and they never grow up. Be photographed on your Butter 1306 No. 24th St. We use Collins Ultrafine PATRONIZE THE ST 14TH ST. CORNER DODGE ST. Headquarters For BRUN Be photographed this year on your birthday. Butters Studio 306 No. 24th St. Web. 6 Use Collins Ultrafine Photographic Mounts ONIZE THE STATE FURNITURE CORNER DODGE ST. BRUNSWICK Butters Studio 1306 No. 24th St. Web. 6701 PATRONIZE THE STATE FURNITURE CO. 14TH ST. CORNER DODGE ST. Douglas 1317 Headquarters BRUNSWICK Phonographs For and Records 2005 Cuming St. 2530 Grant Street Best Paint Made For Less Money Mullin Paint Co 313 S. 14th Street OMAHA PRINTING COMPANY THE OFFICE SUPPLY HOUSE DOLGOFF and HARDWARE St. 1847 N. 24th St. Web. 4825 full line of— VARNISHES—BRUSHES STOVES, RUGS, LINOLEUM Money. Credit if You Wish. EVENINGS GROCERIES ALWAYS N GROCERY CO. Fruits and Vegetables. Telephone Douglas 1098 z Varnish Company SHES—BRUSHES—LADDERS. Retail H. Dolgoff Hardware and Furniture 1847-1914-16-18 N. 24th St. Phones Web. 4825 and 1607 DAVIS e and Rentals On Small Payments Down Home Real Bargains in Up-to- date Homes Phone Webster 2420 Your age, daughter—" photographed this year your birthday. ters Studio St. Web. 6701 rafine Photographic Mountings STATE FURNITURE CO. ST. Douglas 13 RUNSWICK Phonograph and Record North Twenty-fourth Street Merchants Entitled to Better Lighted Street Zucker Department Store 1615-17-191/2 N.24th St. Best Goods at Lowest Prices Hodge Electric Co. 24th and Lake Sts. Webster 0582 ELECTRIC WASHERS, VACUUM CLEANERS, IRONS, ETC. A SPECIALTY See Us Before You Buy Mme. Edna Poro Culture AN Sewing Second Floor—Co-oper 1516 N. 24th S Amos B. Madison PHYSICIAN I desire also to give have now moved my 24th St. to my resi Webster 6017. I wi cation a well equip ties for all surgical w fully solicit, the co all those whom I h location. I shall b for diseases of wom me. Edna Johnson two Culture Parlo AND Sewing Rooms Second Floor—Co-operative Store Building 1516 N. 24th St. Web. 5218. B. Madison, B. S. D., PHYSICIAN and SURGEON desire also to give notice hereby that have now moved my office from 1324 North St. to my residence 2711 Lake S Webster 6017. I will have in my new station a well equipped office with fac- tions for all surgical work. I most respe- tibly solicit the continued patronage of those whom I have served in the location. I shall be equipped especial- ly for diseases of women. Second Floor—Co-operative Store Building 1516 N.24th St.Web.5218. Amos B. Madison, B. S. D., M. D. PHYSICIAN and SURGEON I desire also to give notice hereby that I have now moved my office from 1324 N. 24th St. to my residence 2711 Lake St. Webster 6017. I will have in my new location a well equipped office with facilities for all surgical work. I most respectfully solicit, the continued patronage of all those whom I have served in the old location. I shall be equipped especially for diseases of women. South & Thompson Cafe 2418 N. 24th St. Webster 4566 The Place Where You Get What You Want to Eat When You Want It And As You Want It The Reliable Me MILTON M 1809 N. 24th St. DEALERS IN GENERAL GOODS FOR CASH O Reliable Mercantile Com MILTON MAYER, Mgr. 1809 N. 24th St. Webster 5387. IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE. GOODS FOR LESS MONEY. CASH OR CREDIT The Reliable Mercantile Company MILTON MAYER, Mgr. 1809 N. 24th St. Webster 5387. DEALERS IN GENERAL MERCHANDISE. BETTER GOODS FOR LESS MONEY. CASH OR CREDIT E. A. MARSH Groceries and Meats You'll always find all kinds of prices as low as the lowest. bon Cane Sugar made in the g Marsh's C Webster 4206 ys find all kinds of good things for the new as the lowest. We carry the genu ugar made in the good old Montgomery Marsh's Cash Mark 4206 Bernste You'll always find all kinds of good things for the table at prices as low as the lowest. We carry the genuine old Ribbon Cane Sugar made in the good old Montgomery, Ala. at Marsh's Cash Market Eureka Furniture Co. JOHN ROBBINS, Prop. Dealer In ALL KINDS OF FURNITURE BOTH NEW AND SECOND HAND 1414 North 24th Street Joe D. Lewis Taxi "Best Service at Smallest Price" New Limousines and Tour-Cars. Service by hour or trip. Day and Night. 2414 N. 24th St. Web. 1490—0949. Johnson e Parlors Rooms Live Store Building Web. 5218. B. S. D., M. D. SURGEON Notice hereby that I office from 1324 N. Since 2711 Lake St., have in my new lo- office with facil- ik. I most respect- ued patronage of served in the old equipped especially W. B. Nichols Hardware, Paints, Oils, Glass 24th and Lake Sts. Cantile Company YER, Mgr. Webster 5387. ERCHANDISE. BETTER ESS MONEY. CREDIT good things for the table at carry the genuine old Rib- old Montgomery, Ala. at ish Market Bernstein & Cohn GROCERIES And MEATS Call us at Web. 1788 2501 N. 24th St. Omaha H. DOLGOFF TO MAYOR JAMES C. DAHLMAN AND COMMISSIONERS BUTLER, DUNN, HUMMEL HOPKINS, KOUTSKY AND ZIMMAN. Gentlemen: The Monitor has been respectfully, but insistently, calling your attention during the past month to the crying need of a better-lighted North Twenty-fourth Street, especially between Cuming and Lake streets. We are urging this improvement primarily in the interests of the business and professional men on this growing thoroughfare, but aside from this for the good of the whole city. Anyone will admit that a city that is uniformly well-kept attracts and impresses visitors. Dark and gloomy streets, business or residential, make a bad impression. If a street is well-paved, well-lighted and attractive the citizens themselves take pride in keeping their property and business in line with these surroundings. Dingy business streets invite dingy business enterprises. We want you therefore to brighten up North Twenty-fourth street. We know that you are anxious to make your administration one to which all citizens can point with pride for its progressiveness and improvements. During your last administration North Twenty-fourth street was paved which did wonders for that thoroughfare. Now give us modern up-to-date lights on North Twenty-fourth street. Business men and residents in that section are anxious for this improvement. Can we count upon you to grant us this reasonable request? The tax-payers of this section are justly entitled to better-paved and better-lighted streets. Let's have them, please! Under New Management Grocery and Meat Departments We Carry Everything in the Grocery and Meat Line, and Sell At As Low Price As Any Store in Town. 1701 N. 24th St. Webster 5662 P. H. Jenkins Furniture Park 1914-16-18 North Webster 16 Gently insistently the crying Street, esse are urging the business ought fare. Anyone who attracts a business or is well-paid selves take line with vite dingy brighten you are all citizen improve. Twenty-few that those on North dents in Can we co. The better-pay please! C. T. 1516-18 North 24th Street Under New FRESH We Carry Everything in FREE D Hamilton Pharmacy Prescriptions a Specialty Cor. 24th and Hamilton Sts. Web. 1433 Tuchman Bros. Groceries—Meats 24th and Lake Sts. THE MONITOR Crosstown Furniture Company I. Levine, Mgr. 1607-09 N. 24th St. Webster 0480 Liberty Drug Company B. Robinson, Mgr. 1904 N. 24th St. Webster 0386 FREE DELIVERY DOLGOW and VARNISHES—BRU St. 184 JAMES C. DAHLMAN, ERS BUTLER, DUNN, KOUTSKY AND ZIMM The Monitor has been receiving your attention during the week of a better-lighted North side between Cuming and Lake improvement primarily in the professional men on this side from this for the good of it that a city that is uniformresses visitors. Dark and essential, make a bad impression—the lighted and attractive them in keeping their property and surroundings. Dingy business enterprises. We want you to Twenty-fourth street. To make your administration joint with pride for its program. During your last admin. street was paved which did not. Now give us modern up-fourth street. Business action are anxious for this on you to grant us this reasoners of this section are just better-lighted streets. Leading of A. Dept. Management Grocery and Meat Spring Chickens, Butter, Green-in-Season-Vegetables and Fruits. meats, "T" bone steak, steaks, Sirloin steaks, sausage. Grocery and Meat Line, and Any Store in Town. ERY EVERYWHERE. Milk fed Spring Chickens, Butter, Eggs Cheese, Green-in-Season-Vegetables of all kinds and Fruits. Corn fed meats, "T" bone steaks, Porterhouse steaks, Sirloin steaks, Home made sausage. PORTRAITURE which im- parts one's personality is the kind we perfect here. We are guided by artistic impulses, and our work shows it even to mountings of subile charm. Butters Studio 1306 No. 24 Webster 6701 We use Collins Ultrafine Photographic Mountings Beautiful Religious and Dining Room pictures, colored dolls. Framing and Earlarging a Specialty. DE LUXE CAFE And Refreshment Parlor EVERYTHING IN SEASON SON DICKERSON, Prop. 2120 No. 24th St. Tel. Web. 5839 F hardware DES North 24th Street Yedster 4825 AND COM- MUMMEL M. fitfully, but not month to enty-fourth streets. We interests of swing thor- whole city. very well-kept my streets, If a street zens them- business in streets in- therefore to know that are to which aveness and union North conders for update lights and resi- provement. ple request? entitled to save them. store Phone Webster 4824 departments Eggs FRESH Sell At As Low Price As ALL US. E. A. Williamson Druggist 2306 N. 24th St. Webster 4443 C. J. Carlson Shoes "Same location 31 years" 1514 N. 24th St. (Cor. Alley.) North Omaha's Big Department Store 24th and Parker Sts. Allen Jones, Res. Phone W. 204 Andrew T. Reed, Res. Phone JACKSON 5210 JONES & REED FUNERAL PARLOR 2314 North 24th St. Web. 1100 Lady Attendant Reid--Duff Duffy Pha Reid--Duffy Pharmacy 24th and Lake Sts. ROMAN BROTHERS the Family Shoe Store INTER 24th and CHARLES 1504 N. 24th St. LOVELTIES AND BEST QU FOR MEN, WOMEN AND C FREIDMAN The Family CORNER 24th 1504 LATEST NOVELTIES SHOES FOR MEN, V FREIDMAN BROTHERS The Family Shoe Store CORNER 24th and CHARLES STS., 1504 N. 24th St. LATEST NOVELTIES AND BEST QUALITIES IN SHOES FOR MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN. COLORADO CAFE 1425 N. 24th St. J. G. HICKMAN Open Day and Night. We Cater to Lodges, Banquets and Private Parties. Tables Reserved for all Occasions. 1506 N. 24th St Reasonable Tailoring. Specialty, also Clean Suits Sponged and P Burdette Gr DER NEW MANAGEMEN full line of staple and fa and a full line of meat here's a Reas your Dollar to have TORYZ BROS. 1506 N.24th St.Web.2179 Reasonable Tailoring. Dry Cleaning a Specialty, also Clean and Block hats. Suits Sponged and Pressed----50c only. The Burden UNDER NEW We carry a full line of and a full There's Teach your Do KOSTORYZ The Burdette Grocery UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT We carry a full line of staple and fancy groceries and a full line of meats There's a Reason Teach your Dollar to have Cents KOSTORYZ BROS., Prop. Co-Operative Workers of America 24th St. 824 2411 Phon 1516-18 N. 24th St. Web. 4824 Free Delivery M. B. 2114-16 N. 24th St. The Grant St. Taxi Co. Funerals and Weddings Cadillac 8 or Packard Taxis at your service when you call. By hour or trip. Baggage service to all parts of the city on a moment's call, at all hours. Frank Golden—President C. N. Huey; Al. Gray; H. Gant. 24th & Grant St. Web. 4458 BROTHERS V Shoe Store and CHARLES STS. N. 24th St. AND BEST QUALITIES IN WOMEN AND CHILDREN. Joe Bemrose Stationer and Confectioner Tobacco —News —Smokes 1306 N. 24th St. L. WOLK Tailoring Establishment 1506 N. 24th St. Web. 2179 Table Tailoring. Dry Cleaning a city, also Clean and Block hats. Sponged and Pressed—50c only. Cette Grocery MANAGEMENT staple and fancy groceries, line of meats a Reason dollar to have Cents Z BROS., Prop. Drs. Singleton and Singleton DENTISTS ```markdown ``` Webster 0659 Phone Web. 0515 2411 N. 24th Sts. Phone Web. 0256