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ASKS PROMOTIONS FOR POSTAL WORKERS LIFTING :: :: :: :: LIFT TOO $2.00 a Year—5c a Copy ASKS RACE IN HARLEM MAKING DEMAND FOR FAIR RECOGNITION Leading Ministers and Prominent Politicians Head Movement Seeking Proper Recognition REPRESENT HEAVIEST VOTE Republicans Are Charged With Ignoring Race in Party Councils and Distribution of Patronage. New York, N. Y., May 1.—(By the Associated Negro Press.)—Leading ministers and prominent politicians directed a petition to Samuel S. Koenig, republican committeeman this week demanding that the dual plan of leadership in the affairs of the twenty-first assembly district be adopted. They made plain that their reason for making the demand was the fact that the Negroes of the district, representing the largest portion of the republican voting strength were ignored in party councils. The petition asking for dual leadership was signed by 1,000 registered voters of the district and headed by the Rev. William P. Hayes, pastor of the Mt. Olivet Baptist church; the Rev. H. C. Bishop, rector of St. Philips P. E. church; the Rev. W. W. Brown, pastor of Metropolitan Baptist church; the Rev. A. Clayton Powell, pastor of Abyssinian Baptist church; the Rev. M. W. Thornton, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church and the Rev. E. A. Cullen, pastor of Salem M. E. church. The 21st district is divided into what is known as the "Hill" or West End, where the white voters live, and the "Valley" or East End, populated by colored. The figures presented by the petitioners showed that the Negro section was materially responsible for the election of Republican candidates last fall. Much of the dissasifaction has been caused by the appointment of whites from the Hill district to big paying positions and the giving of preference to them in the administration of party affairs. Just recently Robert S. Conklin, a white district leader, was appointed to a $6,000 job while the colored leaders have been ignored. WOMEN VOTERS' CONVENTION (By the Associated Negro Press) Richmond, Va., May 1.—The race was represented at the convention of the National League of Women Voters held here recently by Miss Delilah Beasley of Oakland, Calif. Miss Beasley was an accredited delegate from the California League of Women Voters and a representative of the Alameda County League of Colored Women Voters. She was the only race woman present at the convention of more than a thousand women from all parts of the country. In her brief talk she is reported to have said: "The great issues of value to the race have too often been overshadowed by the word 'social equality', which has been the means of confusing the civil rights of the race." APPOINTED TO LIBERIA (Columbian Press Bureau.) (COLUMBian Press Bureau). Washington, D. C., May 1.—Mr. Clifton R. Wharton, a colored attorney of Boston, has been appointed to the diplomatic service as secretary of the United States legation at Monrovia, Liberia. Mr. Wharton took the examination for the foreign service under the new reform act of 1924. Of the 150 who took the examination only twenty passed, and Mr. Wharton was one of those. He has been connected with the State Department here for several months and although a native of Maryland is a product of the Boston schools. HAMPTON AND TUSKEGE RECEIVE BENEFACIONS New York City, May 1.—The will of the late Charles William Stoughton filed recently provides that at the death of his widow, Florence Ada Troughton, the estate is to be used in establishing scholarship trust funds for Hampton Normal and Industrial Institute, Hampton, Va., and Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. This money will be used to assist "such poor, ambitious, deserving Negro boys and girls to pursue their education," who express their intention to "devote their lives to the service and benefit of the Negro race in the United States". No valuation of the estate was given, except, "over $10,000". THE MONITOR WILBERFORCE RELAY TEAM WINS SECOND PLACE (Preston News Service.) Columbus, O., May 1.—The Wilberforce University track team entered the 440 sprint relay and the 880 sprint medley at the Ohio Relays, April 18, in Division 111, Class "B" Colleges. There were twenty-one schools entered in the 440-yard sprint relay including Otterbein, Bluffton, Ohio university, Ohio Wesleyan, Oberlin, Cincinnati, Detroit, Findlay and others. Wilberforce university, represented by Hargrove, Clark, Campbell and Thompson, manager, being the only Negro school which entered in the relays, won second Otterbein was first, Ohio university third and Cincinnati fourth; the time being 45 3-10 seconds. Handsome silver medals were given the four men on the team. The race was run in a drizzling rain, which caused no effect to the participants. The competition was keen and close from start to the finish. YOUNG WHITE MAN ADMITS STARTING DISASTROUS FIRE Dunn, N. C., April 30.—(Preston News Service.)—Norman Ross, a young white man, was remanded to Hartington county jail without bond when he waived a preliminary hearing on the charge of arson. Ross is charged with, and admits, starting the fire which resulted in the death of Joseph Monk, an aged colored man, and destroyed property totaling almost $20,000 here on Monday night, April 13. TO SOLICIT $52,000 FOR SHORTER COLLEGE Pine Bluff, Ark., April 30.—(Preston News Service.)—Plans for aiding in the state drive for $52,000 to pay off the indebtedness of Shorter College, located at North Little Rock, were considered during the annual conference of the Pine Bluff district of the A. M. E. church which was held here last week in the St. John's church. Several hundred ministers and laymen from all parts of Arkansas attended the sessions. KLAN INCORPORATION REFUSED BY WISCONSIN Madison, Wis., May 1.—(Preston News Service.)—The articles of incorporation filed by the Ku Klux Klan for the state of Wisconsin were refused by Attorney General Herman L. Ekern. Under the state laws foreign dictatorship is prohibited for non-stock organizations, and the papers filed by the klan declared that the Wisconsin unit would be under the jurisdiction of the Georgia klan. R. O. T. C. UNIT AT WILBERFORCE INSPECTED (Preston News Service) Wilberforce, O., May I.—The Unit of the R. O. T. C. at Wilberforce University was inspected recently by Major Robert O'Bryan of the Fifth Corps Area, stationed at Fort Hayes, Columbus, Ohio. There was rainy weather during the early part of the morning and the first inspection was held in the spacious gymnasium. After the rain had ceased the unit marched to the parade field and received final inspection. Col. Biddle, who has had charge of the R. O. T. C. work, was unable to make the inspection on account of receiving a transfer to Des Moines, Ia. Major O'Bryan was well pleased with the unit, stating in particular, "The unit is in splendid condition. It is doing well and should be retained. I appreciate the way in which the university is backing up Captain Wilson. The band is one of the best equipped and musical I have ever seen. The Juniors are fine young men and will make good officers. Such men will be needed for any future war." He also prevailed upon them to enter the Summer training camp. The words of Major O'Bryan speak well for the work done by Capt. C. H. Wilson, commanding officer in charge of the unit, and it also speaks well for the men in the R. O. T. C. Wilberforce is the only colored school in the Fifth Corps area and has competed in rifle matches with Ohio State University, Northwestern, Michigan Agricultural College, Cincinnati University and other large colleges of the midwest. Those who are interested in the success of Wilberforce University are pleased with the appointment of Editor Harry C. Smith of the Cleveland Gazette to the board of trustees. Labor Gains in Steel Industries Labor Gains in Steel Industries ONE SWAT NOW WILL SAVE MILLIONS LATER (Copyright, W. M. U.) Washington, D. C., May 1—Colored employees holding skilled occupations in the country's iron and steel industries are gaining slowly but surely. This fact is evidenced by the increasing number of mill-wrights, electric welders, moulders, coremakers, furnace keepers, machine hands, crane engineers, and other artisans whose proportions are widening in the Pennsylvania, Birmingham, Ohio and Indiana steel districts, in which, prior to 1917 and 1918, semi-skilled and hn-skilled workers far overbalanced skilled workers in proportion to white steel hands. In this connection the policies of certain mills, particularly in Middleton, Ohio, Pittsburgh, Pa., Gary, Ind., Birmingham, Ala., which have insisted upon health programs and pleasant working conditions for their employees, black as well as white, together with promotional op- The public school enrollment in Washington, D. C., includes 22,822 colored pupils. Petersburg, Va., has a "Ladies Auxiliary of the Colored Cemetery Association." The Liberty Building and Loan Association of Los Angeles recently celebrated its first anniversary. Secretary of Commerce Herbert Hoover says, "The recruiting ground for the future leaders of the United States will be on the farms rather than in the factories." Approximately 80 per cent of all high schools in the United States are located either in the open country or in villages having less than 2,500 inhabitants. Abyssinia has a Jewish population of 50,000. INVESTIGATE MAN'S DEATH (Preston News Service.) Washington, D. C., May 1.—Not wholly satisfied as to the cause of the death of Walter P. Ray, aged 44 years, who died at his home Tuesday night, following illness of more than two years, relatives appealed to the coroner to conduct an investigation. It was suggested that poison may have figured in his death. The officials made a thorough investigation, it is said, and to find any trace of poison. Ray, it is stated, had been treated for tuberculosis, and the autopsy revealed that he had suffered from such an ailment. Arthur S. K. Ray, brother of the deceased, died suddenly in March, and an autopsy was performed on his body which disclosed that he had died from natural causes. Arthur was a clerk in the city post office, while Walter was a mail carrier prior to his illness which began about two years ago. OMAHA, NEBRASKA, FRIDAY, MAY 1, 1925 ern industry with its great combinations and the great aggregations of both capital and employees has necessarily brought many new probportunities, should be warmly commended as having a most helpful influence upon the advancement of the colored working classes in the iron and steel pursuits. Along this line of advancement encouraging indeed are the words of the Secretary of Labor, Hon. James J. Davis, who, when recently addressing the steel workers convention in Pittsburgh, Pa., said: "Within their line of duty and within the law, every man and every group of men, every industry and every union can depend upon President Coolidge to be with them to the limit in the defense of their rights. They can depend upon him to use the full power of his position and of the government to punish or eradicate abuses. He realizes that mod- LEAGUE OF NATIONS AND AFRICAN AFFAIRS (COLUMBIAN Press Bureau) Washington, D. C., May 1.—Abyssinia has notified the League of Nations that she will participate in the conference for control of the international traffic to arms, opening in Geneva, Switzerland, shortly, and has submitted a memorandum explaining why she needs arms and ammunition. Coincident with the action taken by the Abyssinians, the Rehoboth tribesmen of Southwest Africa have petitioned the League to make their country a free and independent state. This district is under the mandate of the Union of South Africa. Tulsa Oilers Are Beaten 10 to 8 With Bailey and Stone Doing the Hurling—Osborn a Real Slugger. Western League baseball was uncorked at League Park Wednesday afternoon when the Omaha Buffaloes met and defeated the Tulsa Oilers, 10 to 8. It was a hectic battle filled with heavy slugging from both teams. About 3000 persons clicked the turnstiles into the park for the game and had the weather been warmer—it was 14 below zero at game time—twice the number or more would have crowded into the park and Barney would have been several thousand dollars richer. Saturnay and Sunday the Wichita team will be here with a doble-header Sunday. Despite the several losses by the Omaha team as a whole the club looks good and great things can be expected from it. First game Sunday at 2 p. m. and at 2:45 on week-days. The more present the merrier. When our professional "healers" and "spiritualists" find business slow in St. Louis and Knoxville, they move to Gotham. Swat 'em Now --- lems for solution in our effort to work out a righteous human relationship." The slow but sure gains of Negro labor in the great American steel mills have largely come from the new understanding of human relationships as found among the working masses, regardless of color—the masses which make American-made products the best products in the markets of the world. With both organized and unorganized Negro labor becoming more potent each day, in council as well as on the job, to the end that human relationships among the working groups may be shaped by the same Christian creed that shapes all American progress, it is to be expected that labor gains, both profitable and peaceful, are soon to follow the steel gains and pervade all other industries common to American production. BRIEFS The value of public school property in the United States is estimated at $2,344,399,000. If more of our colored farmers subscribed for colored newspapers, some of our editors would publish weekly market quotations. Enterprising colored citizens of Los Angeles are financing a seaside resort proposition to be known as "The Pacific Beach Club." With a membership of 3,000 the Chicago and Northern District Federation of Colored Women's Clubs plan to purchase a $10,000 club house. The annual cost of operation of public schools in the United States is approximately $963,678,000. Classes for colored clergymen of the Episcopal Church and for colored men intending to enter the ministry are being formed in Washington, D. C. WOULD PENSION AGED NEGRO CONFEDERATE Tallahassee, Fla., May 1.—An aged Negro, Dock Kemp Williams, a resident of Florida, would be pensioned by the state, provided Senate Bill No. 107 becomes a law. Preamble of the bill, which was on its second reading in the upper house states Williams is 91 years old and has a wife, who has reached the age of 85, both of whom are unable to work. According to the preamble, the aged man remained loyal to the South during the war of the Rebellion working in the fields and rendering faithful service to the white women and children when their husbands and fathers went to the front to fight with the Confederate armies. It also is stated that Williams rendered invaluable services to the southern army in digging trenches and guarding federal prisoners. The bill would provide $10 per month for the man. Whole Number 512 AL WOR TUSKEGEE ALUMNI TO HOLD NATIONAL GATHERING IN MAY (By the Associated Negro Press) Memphis, Tenn., May 1—Tuskegee graduates from every section of the country will gather here May 27th in the annual meeting of the National Tuskegee Alumni Association which convenes on that date. Much interest is being manifested in the meeting which is the first that the organization has held away from Tuskegee and which marks the first step to bind the hundreds of thousands of Tuskegeeans into an effective and functioning organization, which shall back up actively the program in life to which these young men and women are committed. Probably no institution in the country has more of the representatives it has sent out into the world who, to use the parlance of the street, "are making good", and doing quiet, effective, useful work, than has Booker T. Washington's school. This meeting bids fair to be particularly fruitful because of the successful men and women who are to gather in conference over a constructive program. MOUNTAIN TUBERCULAR SANITARIUM IN OMAHA The Rev. M. H. Lindsy of Colorado Springs, Colo., Here In the Interest of a Much Needed Institution. Rev. M. H. Lindsy of Colorado Springs, Colo., is in Omaha in the interest of the Inter-Mountain Baptist Tubercular Sanitarium which they are establishing in that mecca of tubercular patients. Rev. Mr. Lindsy is president of the Board of Directors, and brings credentials from the Governor of Colorado and the Secretary of State. The sanitarium is duly incorporated under the laws of Colorado. Rev. Mr.Lindsay, who has been a resident of Colorado Springs for many years, says that hundreds of Negroes who are victims of tuberculosis come to Colorado Springs yearly. They are not admitted to the sanitariums already there which admit white patients only. Consequently they have to be taken into private homes imperiling the health of such families. Some provision must be made for the care of these people. This is what the Inter-Mountain Sanitarium plans to do. Desirable property costing $10,000 is available and the Board of Directors are trying to secure this sum. The Rev. Mr. Lindsay, who is stopping at 2218 Willis avenue, will be glad to meet and give information to any person who may be interested in this praiseworthy project. TENTH CAVALRY SERGEANT DECORATED FOR HEROES Washington, D. C., May 1.—Jacob C. Smith, of 117 "N" street Southeast, a retired sergeant of the Tenth United States cavalry, was summoned to the War Department recently and decorated for heroism. Major General John N. Hines, chief of staff of the U. S. army, acting for Secretary of War Weeks, attended by his aides, presented Smith with the distinguished service cross recently awarded him by the general staff of the army, "for extraordinary heroism in action against Spanish forces at San Juan, Cuba, July 1, 1898, while serving as saddler sergeant in the famous Tenth cavalry. Smith, who is a familiar figure on the streets of the National Capital, still active and in full health, takes great pleasure in modestly recounting the great San Juan drive. Wilberforce, O, May 1.—Carl Diton, the American pianist-composer, was a visitor at Wilberforce university recently in the interest of the National Association of Negro Musicians. He gave a very interesting talk to the student body assembled in chapel at the chapel services. In the afternoon he organized the Wilberforce branch of the National Association of Negro Musicians. The following officers were elected: Charles L. Williams, president; Matrha Swann, vice-president; Alberta Mayo, secretary; Prof. M. S. Stewart, treasurer. The organization is hoping to stimulate a greater interest in music at Wilberforce and to do some of the big things along the musical line in this vicinity. The Harrison Silk Undergarment Company in New York has successfully manufactured ladies' underwear and negligees for three years. GROWING :: :: :: THANK YOU 12 Vol. X—No. 42 RKERS ASKS POSTMASTER GENERAL FOR BETTER JOBS FOR NEGROES President National Alliance of Postal Employees Urges Appointment of Qualified Colored Men as Supervisors FAVORABLE FOR LARGE CITIES Success of Assistant Chief Clerk Gainey in Handling Cites Cited as Precedent in Making Like Promotions (By the Associated Negro Press) Washington, D. C., May 1.—The request that qualified colored employees in the post office service be promoted to supervisory positions in local offices and that two additional men be given positions similar to that occupied by Asst. Chief Clerk John Gainey were the chief points stressed in a conference which Alonzo L. Glenn, president of the National Alliance of Postal Employees had with Postmaster General New, recently. Mr. Glenn suggested that such recognition should be granted particularly in the larger offices such as Chicago, Louisville, Kansas City, St. Louis, Richmond, Norfolk, New Orleans, Atlanta, Memphis and Cincinnati, where large numbers of clerks and carriers are now employed. He pointed out that "a great number of young colored men entered the government civil service years ago in preference to choosing professional or business careers and that the more efficient ones in this group aspire to higher places in the classified service. They are anxious to get out of the rut, and their promotion will be an inspiration to other employees as well as the entire race because it will show it is possible to ascend from the ranks and that the present barriers are not immovable", he said. It was suggested that two additional positions be made at Washington of the type occupied by Mr. Galney who has handled more than a hundred cases calling for special attention and that these two appointees be confined to service among the letter carriers, laborers and clerks. Representation in the inspection department was also asked for. Postmaster General New is said to have expressed his active sympathy with the service, ideals and aspirations outlined by Mr. Glenn and stated that he would give his immediate attention to the matters presented. SCOTTISH RITE MASONS (Preston News Service.) New York City, May 1. The United Supreme Council of Sovereign Grand Inspectors General of the Thirty-third and last degree, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Free Masonry (Prince Hall, Affiliation) for the Northern Masonic Jurisdiction of the United States of America convenes in its forty-fourth annual session in this city from May 9th to 13th. The session will be held at the Prince Hall Temple, 280 West 155th street. Dr. Summer A. Furnish, Thirty-third Degree Most Puissant Sovereign Grand Commander, Indianapolis, Ind., states, the reports thus far from the various consistories show an unprecedented growth in membership during the past masonic year, and the financial returns indicate this organization to be one of the strongest among colored fraternal bodies. It is intimated that this session of the supreme council will excel all others, and it will afford the members and their friends a rare opportunity to visit New York, the world's financial center and the metropolis of the United States. ESTATE GETS $15,000 FOR DEATH IN WRECK (Preston News Service.) Raleigh, N. C., May 1.—E. E. Waldron, white administrator for Geo. Minter, colored railroad man, was awarded a verdict for $15,000 Tuesday in the Wake county superior court against the Seaboard Air Line Railroad company for negligence resulting in Minter's death in the wreck in Apex a year ago. Minter was killed instantly when a Seaboard passenger train collided with a freight standing in the station at Apex. Several other people were injured. Waldron sued for $25,000. There are 196 colored men who earn their living as structural iron workers on buildings. A WEEKLY NEWSPAPER DEVOTED PRIMARILY To THE INTERESTS ‘OF COLORED AMERICANS PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY AT OMAHA NEBRASKA, BY THE MONITOR PUBLISHING COMPANY Entered as Second-Clase Mall Matter July 2, 1015, at the Postoffice at ae Omaha, Nebraska, under the Act of March 3, 1879 THE REV. JOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS. editor WW. MOSELY, Lincon, Neb... Associate Editor TUctNDAoW. WILLIAMS Business Manager SUBSCRIPTION RATES, $2.00 A YEAR: $1.25 6 MONTHS: 75c 3 MONTHS ‘Aavertising Rates Furnished Upon Application Address, The Monitor, Postoffice Box 1204, Omaha, Neb. ‘Telephone WEbster 4243 ARTICLE XIV, CONSTITUTION OF THE ; UNITED STATES Citizenship Rights Not to Be Abridged 1, Allpersons 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 prop- erty without due process of law, nor deny to any person - within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. THE NEGRO’'S CONTRIBUTION NOT NEGLIGIBLE A moment's thought will easily convince open-minded persons that the contribution of the Negro to American nationality as slave, freedman and citizen was far from negligible. No element of American life has so subtly and yet clearly woven itself into warp and woof of our thinking and acting as the American Negro. He came with the first explorers and helped in exploration, His labor was from the first the foundation of the American prosperity and the cause of the rapid growth of the new world in social and economic importance. Modern democracy rests not simply on the striving white men in Europe and America but also on the persistent struggle of the black men in America for two centuries, The military defense of this land has de- pended upon Negro soldiers from the time of the Colonial wars down to the struggle of the World War. Not only does the Negro +, Feappear and persist in American litera- tare Tice Atoren liervince bes aioe of done significance, and folk lore and masic are the ‘choicest her of tial, Finally the Negro has , peculiar spirit Pie a Apeeiee, Sn oat of wathing test of our and an example of the sand talerance of our religion —Du Bois, “The Gift - PAGE TWO BOOSTING AND KNOCKING ‘THERE are some people so constituted that they are not happy unless they are Knocking or finding fault. The town in which they live is the worst in the coun: try, if they are to be believed, and yet they continue to reside there, make their livelihood there and enjoy whatever ad- vantages it has to offer. If they are mem- hers of a church or a lodge they assume the same attitude, that of fault-inding and knocking. Knockers, as a rule are para- sites. They live on others and contribute practically nothing to the upbuilding of their town, church or lodge. The ehronic knocker is never a builder. ‘ Furtunately there are others who, while recognizing that their -community, like ‘everything human has its faults and has not yet attained to perfection, have learned the happiness and efficacy of boosting. They boost their community. They boost their neighbors. They boost their church. ‘They boost their lodge. They know that a boost helps a community, just like it helps a fellow, to try to measure up to the standard set by the booster. The people who are helping themselves and others make progress are the boosters and not the knockers. There are times, of course, when it is necessary to knock, but such times are rare where the spirit of the booster prevaifs, Humanity in general and our race in particular, in this and every other com- ‘munity, will make more rapid progress in all that counts for trae greatness in the proportion that knockers decrease and Shesiacs: tocrene. PROGRESS IN A DECSDE AS HISTORIOGRAPHER of the Dio- cese of Nebraska we were asked the other day to furnish some data on the growth of the Episcopal church in Omaha during the last ten years. Our reply was “All right, but T don’t think there is very much to report.” That was our offhand impres sion. However, upon looking over the data on hand we were astonished to know what substantial progress has been made. ‘This set us to thinking. None of us knows how much progress or advance- ment has been made until he makes a review of a period of ten or twenty years The World-Herald has just published such a review of Omaha's growth and advance ment and it is @ revelation that should quiet the fears of all who are inclined to Took upon our condition as static, or our growth ax painfully slow. Tn this growth our group has done its part and has had its share. We hope soon to present a similar review of the progress made by our race in Omaha dar ing the same, or perhaps, a longer period. ‘We have increased in population, in home ‘ownership, in business enterprises, in ‘churches, in education and along. other Tines. Whatever growth or advancement made in the decade should be the basis ‘and ground of encouragement for greater Pedetab wd maces tx the next decade. THE BEST FLOWER GARDEN THE GARDEN CLUB of the North Side Branch of the Y. W. C. A. is offering 2 first_and second prize for the best kept THE NEGRO’S CONTRIB! A moment's thought wil persons that the contributio nationality as slave, freedm negligible. No element of Ai yet clearly woven itself into and acting as the American N explorers and helped in expl the first the foundation of the cause of the rapid growth 4 economic importance. Moder flower garden among our people. This is an excellent thing to do and it ought to provoke a healthy rivalry. Naturally, ‘our people are lovers of flowers and of beauty. It is not so much the value of tho prizes offered as the spirit of civic pride and betterment which inspires it. Who will have the prettiest flower garden? THIS WEEK By Ernest Ree McKinney Sevens e er ee ee The Pennsylvania General Assem- bly, recently adjourned, has seen fit to let a Jim-Crow bill die without passing. This was Senate Bill No. ee and known as the Cheyney Bill. ‘The purpose of the bill was to make Cheyney Institute into a state normal school. This, of course, would have ‘been only an entering wedge to get separate schools all over the state wherever the Ku Klux Klan o others desired them. have been interested in this mat- {ter of Jim-Crow schools for some time. I have tried to find one single sepument in their favor. Ihave heard all the Bunkum about Negro chil- dren needing the most desirable inspiration that comes from having colored teachers; I have heard the ve- na] argument about having something for our girls to do; I have heard the bombast about separate schools ele- vating the intellectual tone of the Ne- gro citizens, and I have heard the as- sinine statement that Negro children get very valuable social intercourse in colored schools. Bot up to now I have heard no single argument in favor of Jim-Crow schools that any free, ra- tional, intelligent black Ameriean could make and retain his selfrespect. There is no good argument in favor of separate schools even in places where they already exist, not even in |the South. It might be good policy to have them in the South, in its pres. ent state of savagery, but I feel that the maintenance of this separation only prolongs the South’s lapse inte barbarism. This separate school agitation i being fostered by three classes of per- sons: FOOLS, INNOCENTS ané SCOUNDRELS. The fools are those among us who have daughters for | whom they want jobs and social posi- |tion the scoundrels are they who see a chance to serve on the board of education, get mixed up into schoo politics and, perhaps, get a littl graft; the innocents abroad are Ne- groes from the South who have beer used to the separate school and whe don't feel right without “schools of ‘our own,” coaches of our own and everything else of our own, Added to this is another innocent one who really believes that his son—any black son—may become a Dumas, Booker T. Washington or Toussaint L/Overture, if he could only be sent to schoo! to 2 ‘Negro teacher. Aside from the rascals, the major- ity of Negroes who want to be Jim- ‘Crowed in the public schools, are sim- ply persons filled with an overdose of cowardice. They haven't the moral courage to fight for Negro teachers and the right of Negro youth to at- tend any school. ‘Therefore, they seek what to them seems the next best thing—the separate school. Tt seems that it has never occurred to the average Negro that we are the ‘only race that accepts Jim-Crow dis- crimination and insult passively. And We go farther than this. If the whites don’t Jim-Crow us fast enough, we xo out of the way to hurry it up. For example: WHEN WE CONTEND FOR SEPARATE SCHOOLS. \All Negroes should remember this: No state in the United States has de- veloped to a point where a dual sys- tem of schools can be maintained on ‘equality unless both systems are esually rotten. There is a tendency to shunt all Negroes to the Negro school, no matter where they live at whatever distance from the school or no matter what may be the aspira- tions or capacity of the particular child. The section in which the Negro school is located always has the poor- est police protection, the worst fire protection, the worst streets, the most dives, the least sanitation and the worst housing situation. In a word, there is a tendency for “Slabtown” to grow up afound a Negro school. Of course, there are other consider- ations more theoretical. As an ex- ample: One's constitutional rights, one's pride and self respect, to say nothing of the ordinary human re- luctance to being made the seape-goat, a pariah, a thing inferior and so un- clean that it must be separated from all the rest of mankind. HUGE FIERY CROSSES IN COLLEGE HILL DISTRICT ¢Deatinn Sawn Gielen) Cincinnati, 0., May 1.—The police investigated recently the burning of two fiery crosses near a new Negro subdivision in College Hill. The prop- erty fronts on Cornelia street. Resi- dents said that they saw a number of automobiles near the scene shortly before the flames were noticed. WASHINGTON TEACHER WINS SORBONNE DOCTORATE (Columbian Press Bureau.) Washington, D. C., May 1—Mrs. Anna J. Cooper, former principal of the old M Street, now Dunbar, high school, arrived here recently after re- ceiving her doctorate at the Sorbonne ‘in Paris, March 23, Mrs. Cooper pre- sented a thesis, “L’Attitude de 1a France a L’Bgard de Lesclavage”. In her defense of the thesis she worked out the themes “Legislative Measures Concerning Slavery, 1787- 1850", and “The Ideas of Equality and the Democratic Movement”. More business was transacted in Omaha during the last week in No- vember than in Des Moines, Ia., St Paul, Minn., Sioux City, Ia, and St Joseph, Mo., combined, according tc & survey of bank clearings made by the bureau of publicity of the Omahé Chamber of Commerce from Brad- street's report. Omaha’s bank clearings tor thal ‘week were $34,653,000, an increase o 13.3 per cent over those for the sami week last year. This is nearly equal to the total bank clearings of Colum bus, O., Sioux City, St- Paul and Der Moines, 1a, which combined wer $35,934,000. Omaha's bank clearing: for the week also were $4,100,001 greater than that reported for Den ‘ver, Colo, David Starr Jordan favors “Bur- banking the human race”. Well, darned if we will mate with a spine- Tess cactus or be grafted on to any peach that's seedless. U. S. WOODCRAFTSMEN ‘TO HOLD MASS MEETING The United States Woodcraftsmen will hold a mass meeting next Thurs- day night, May 7, at Bethel A. M. E. Church, 25th and Franklin streets. ‘All members are urged to be present and all other persons interested are cordially invited to attend. SECRETARY OF CHURCH EXTENSION COMING SOON The Rev. J. A. Stout, assistant sec- retary of church extension of the C. M. E. chureh, is expected in Omaha, Sunday, May 17, to put on a financial campaign for his denomination at Cleve Temple. AN EARLY MAY-DAY FESTIVAL (By Selma Gordon) All nature is quite glad today It is the first of May, The merry month of out-door joy For every girl and boy. From far and near out on the green ‘The children can be seen, They dance, they run, they skip and roll Around the huge May pole. In garlands neat upon each bough The flowers formed are now, And clothed in brightness all around ‘The happy folks are found. ‘The music floats upon the breeze And through the new leaved trees, ‘The children clad in bright array Never were seen more gay. el May-Day feast will long be dnd! we wl wal gle patiently Yor April next to flee. THE MONITOR —_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_—_— EVANGELISTIC SERVICES CLOSE AT CLEVE TEMPLE ‘The Rey. Willard Leak, evangelist of Prescott, Ark., ended a two-week's evangelistic chmpaign at Cleve Temple ©. M. E. church, 25th and Decatur streets, Rev. James S. Blaine, pastor. Sunday night, ‘The services began on Easter Day and have been well at- tended. Mr. Leak’s closing theme was “Christian Witness” in which he stressed the importance of consistent Christian living. ‘There were fourteen additions. He left Wednesday for Oklahoma City. The Rev. Mr. Leak has consented to return for another series of meeting at Cleve Temple October 18th. A request for his return bespeaks the favorable impression made by him during his recent visit. “An apple a day drives the doctor away,” is an old saying, but with ap- ples at three for a quarter it is about as cheap to have the doctor. LINCOLN NEWS AND COMMENT. Mrs, Priscilla Ross has returned to her work after some illness. Mrs. Vernal Barnett left Monday for ‘her home in Denver, Colo., after. visiting ‘and burying her sister, Mr. M. Loving, here, | Remember the chicken supper at Mrs Paul Moore's Friday night, May 8th. The proceeds are for the benefit of the Old Folks’ Home, re ‘The Utopian Art club will meet at the home of Men. E. J. Griffth Thursday night, May 7th. | Several Lincolnites were Omaha visi tors last Sunday. Miss Zurreta Doty eas able to retum to work recently after illness. We observe that the Blue Goose Cafe hhas removed their place of business into the comer room at Ninth and Q streets and are ready to serve their patrons most satisfactorily. Oe, | Sunday services were observed well at “Mt. Zion Baptist church last Sunday. ‘Sunday school and B, Y. P. U, were well ‘attended. Rev. H.W. Botts preached ‘eycellent sermons. The weekly services ‘were also well attended. Covenant and ‘communion next Sunday. | Services wore carried out at all churches “as usual, attendances were good. | The home of Me and Mrs. Guy Wily, 1911 K street, was the scene of a very pleasant and happy surprise party Mon- dey eventing, AGPR 20h, eden ‘about for members of the Mt. Zion Baptist. church entered their home during their absence and secreted themselves in a back room, awaiting the arrival of the newly weds Upon their arrival, as they entered the living room, a number of voices were heard to ring out in singing “We are all here do thyself no harm”. The bride and room soon realized they were the victims of a well planned surprise party and thei freautiful home was freely turned over ta the unexpected intruders. Mra. Nettie McDonald presiding at the piano: Mrs, F. J. Griffin ax toastmistress; congratulation and welcome on behalf of the church ‘were given by the Hon. J. T. Wright, or behalf of the deacon board by Deacon N. Ashford and on behalf of the church auxiliaries by Mrs. E. J. Grifin The presentation of a beautiful telephone table and chair was made by Rev. H. W. Botts Response by Mr. and Mrs. Wiley. Tee cream and cake was served to all present. ‘The bride received a beautifol boquet of flowers. ‘Mr. and Mrs. R. Adair were host and hostess to about thirty-five guests last ‘Tuesday evenin. Mr. and Mrs. Guy Wi- Jey being the guest of honor. The unique home was artistically decorated, the color scheme was pink and white. The evening ‘sian eget fo a Seiee qntereble, watemac; e D: ° : : Piano Prices | f j ; That Talk , f : eon nl : Ea f | ee Ld ti eee ere”) ; i Tia oH * a tn: ; ran | rae: || He rit il bang : eh | 6) mn ly ; es v > ARE YOU LISTENING? : Just What You Have Been Waiting For $1.00 A Week Pays For One Used, but in good condition Gabler Square Grand.........$45. 3 Kranich & Bach Upright....$98 4 Wegman Upright ...... $150 | Ivers & Pond Upright......$275 4 Hartford Player $288 § Several Victor and Columbia | Phonographs, former prices | $125 to $150, Now $38 and $35, § Latest Victor, Brunswick and ¢ Columbia Records, also popular Sheet Music at lowest prices. ; We invite comparison. Schmoller @ Mueller Annex 119 North 16th Street Opporite Postoffice HERE IS A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY PPD DDO rrr rir rrr orn Oro rrrrrrrorn ms GOOD GROCERIES ALWAYS C. P. Wesin Grocery Co. | Also Fresh Fruits and Vegetables : 2001 CUMING STREET ‘TELEPHONE JACKSON 1098 ‘The United States Wooderaftmen, a fraternal beneficiary association, or- ganized and incorporated under the laws of the State of Nebraska in 1924, has written more than $200,000.00 |worth of fraternal benefit certificates in the last three months in the city of Sata alouk Ths, seganteatiins ‘race institution, gives greater protec- ‘tion to its members than any other organization of its kind. It gives pro- tection by granting a high cash en- dowment immediately paid to the ben- eficiary of any deceased member in ood standing. It ives assistance by way of education and business. A per- ‘son twenty years old can carry a $500.00 certificate for the small sum of 55 cents per month, forty-five years ‘old ean carry a certificate for the sum of 95 cents per month. An additional sum of 35 cents is charged each mem- ber for sick dues for which he re- ceived $3.00 per week when disabled. The institution encourages and assists its members in obtaining an educa- tion. Each member promises to give to his or her children, or the children under their care and keeping, the highest and best education possible. It is also the purpose of the United States Wooderaftmen to encourage and assist its members in establish- ing business enterprises where the members of our group ean be given employment. We feel that an institu- tion that stands for so much ought to he loyally supported by the race. The institution does not own or purchase speculative stocks of any kind. Its assets are carefully guarded until such a time as the order directs a refund to its members or investment in iron clad race securities. Joining fee $2.50 without a doctor's certificate. Representatives wanted in every state in the Union. Salary and commission. For further information write the United States Wooderaftmen, 1515 North 24th St., Omaha Neb. Rev, W. M. Franklin, Supreme Pres. C. W. Pierce, Supreme Secretary. Phone Webster 4650. —Adv. ‘THULL PHARMACY _ PRESCRIPTIONS _ _ PROMPTLY FILLED | Time to Plant that Garden We invite the readers of this paper to patronize our handily located plant and seed store for anything you may need for the garden or lawn. We carry a full line of GRASS SEEDS, VEGETABLE AND FLOWER SEEDS Also Hardy Shrubs and Plants of All Kinds at Reasonable Prices When you see a beautiful garden you will usually find the seed came from the old reliable— Home Landscape Service Telephone JAckson 5115 24th and Cuming Streets | YOU CAN HAVE THE KIND OF JOB YOU ; ARE LOOKING FOR by listing your name and telephone number with | Catering and Employment Office 1322 DODGE STREET AT. 9547 ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH 25th and R Streets ©. J. Burckhardt, Pastor. The Rev. J. H. Streeter, who is leaving the city to take up his work at Clay Center, Kans., preached his farewell sermon for this congrega- tion at 11 o'clock Sunday morning, which was exceedingly helpful. The services, Sunday School and League were well attended. ‘The League had a good program, including an inspir- ing address by Mrs. Frederick Divers, Luda Gray is again on the sick list. 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WE. 4983 2130 No. 28th Street EMERSON’S LAUNDRY The Laundry That Suits AN 1301 No, 24th St_ Web. 0620 HILL-WILLIAMS DRUG COMPANY | FOUNTAIN PENS—STATIONERY CIGARS ond CANDY Ketan Kodaks and Supplies 2402 Cuming Street Local and Personal Happenings Miss Ida May Jackson, 2735 Caldwell street, has been called to Memphis, Tenn., by the serious illness of her grandmother. Rev. and Mrs. Gus Sayles, Waterloo, Ia., are the house guests of Mrs. A. Dunham, 2723 Corby street. They will remain indefinitely. Mrs. W. E. Young, 2711 Ohio street, has just returned from Oklahoma City, Okla., where she was called by the death of her sister, Mrs. Irma Carroll. E. F. Morecarty, Lawyer, 700 Peters Trust building, Jackson 3841 or Harney 2156. Mrs. E. Washington of Toronto, Ont., Cananda, after a five weeks' visit as the guest of her sister, Mrs. E. H. McDonald, 2859 Wirt street, left Saturday for her home. The Rev. Jordan W. Tutt, pastor of Mr. Zion Baptist church, Sioux City, Ia., who was the guest of the Rev. Z. E. McGee and preached for him at Pleasant Green Baptist Church Sunday, left for his home Monday afternoon. Fred D. Houston, one of Omaha's oldest and best known barbers, left Sunday for Homestead, Pa., where he will be two former Omahans, Messrs. Bruce and two former Omahans, Messrs. Brce and Jones, Mr. Houston leaves many warm friends here who wish him success in his new field. Diamonds and jewelry loans, quick service, safe and reliable. Diamond Loan Co. N. W. corner 16th and Chicago. Adv. The Rev. Z. E. McGee, pastor of Pleasant Green Baptist church, leaves Saturday for St. Paul, Minn., where he will conduct a revival for the Rev. C. R. Burton, pastor of Memorial Baptist church. Mr. McGee expects to be gone for a little over two weeks. Mr. George H. Williams of Butte, Mont., was an Omaha visitor Sunday. Miss Gladys E. Brown spent the week end with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Brown, 2063 Miami street. Miss Sarah J. Brown, younger daughter of Mr. Josiah Brown, 1514 Burdette street, was detained at home from school last week by illness. The Rev. Frederick Divers, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, returned Friday morning from Kansas City, Mo., where he attended the Presiding elders' council. Mrs. E. H. McDonald of 2859 Wirt street who has been on the sick list this week is improving. Mrs. Juanita Carriter of Storm Lake, In., has been the house guest of Mrs. Hattie E. Smith, 2854 Binney street, for the last ten days. Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Hicks have purchased a beautiful six-room modern home at 3010 Miami into which they expect to move about June 1, renting their present home at 2716 Miami street. Mr. and Mrs. William Murphy are erecting a new building for their famous Chicken Shack on West Center street with four living rooms above the store 'into which they will move as soon as the building is completed. The Woman's Auxiliary of the Church of St. Philip the Deacon held a well attended and interesting meeting Thursday, April 23, at the residence of Mrs. Otis Shipman, 2724 North Thirtieth street. Mrs. William H. Robinson of 2122 Lake street was called to Kansas City, Mo., Wednesday night by the illness of her mother, Mrs. Hary H. Harris. Mr. John H. Broomfield who has been on the sick list for the past ten days went to St. Joseph's hospital Tuesday for treatment and rest. His physician has ordered him to take an absolute rest for several days. The Rev. J. H. Streeter, pastor of the M. E. church, South Side, has been assigned to Clay Center, Kans., and is leaving soon for his new charge. Maryline Weber, famous star, says, "I made $800 in three hours eber, famous star, $800 in three hours after I put on Chinese Good Luck Ring." Others have said it brings success, happiness, and good luck in love. This amazing Chinese Good Luck Ring is made in genuine silver finish after I put on Chinese Good Luck Ring." Others have said it brings success, happiness, and good luck in love. This amazing Chinese Good Luck Ring is made in genuine silver finish and has the mysterious Chinese good Luck Letters. Anyone who wishes one of these rings may send paper strip for finger size, state if for man or woman, and Chinese Good Luck Ring will be sent by return mail. You do not need to send any money, but when it arrives give postman $1.85. The Garfield Importing Company of 29EX Garfield Bldg., 3837 Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, Ill., have a limited number of these rings on hand, so write them today.—Adv. The High School Girls Athletic Club of the North Side Branch of the Y. W. C. A. will have an interesting debate tonight, Friday, May 1, at St. Benedict's Community house, Twenty fifth and Grant streets. The subject is, "Resolved, That Women Should Be Barred from All Industries". The public is invited. FOR SALE—7-room modern house in good condition; ideal location, near 25th and Blondo Sts. Easy terms. Frank C. Best, 310 Peters Trust Building. At. 6135. Mrs. Alexander Tillery of Chicago who has been the guest of her sister, Mrs. John Grant Pegg, 4330 Patrick avenue, left last Wednesday night for her home. Mrs. T. P. Mahammitt and Mrs. H. J. Pinkett entertained a few friends last Tuesday afternoon at the home of the former, complimentary to Mrs. Alexander Tillery of Chicago. FOR RENT—To couple wishing nice housekeeping apartment, two rooms furnished and private kitchen. Price reasonable. Web. 6975. 2216 No. 28th Ave. Mr. O. C. Banks of 2214 North Twenty-seventh avenue, who sustained a broken leg last week by a fall from a scaffold is getting on nicely. Mrs. T. C. Owens, a prominent and active member of Mt. Moriah Baptist church, is home from the hospital and is doing nicely. Mrs. Christina Clark and two children of Centerville, Ia., are the guests of her aunt, Mrs. M. Jackson, 2219 Ohio street. FOR RENT—4 rooms, upstairs. $16.50 per month. 2210 No. 26th St. N. Moore. Mrs. J. H. Kelley of 1105 North Nineteenth street, who has been very ill for the past ten days, is steadily improving. Mr. and Mrs. Doris Thornton and Mrs. Sarah Lewis motored over to Nehawka, Nebr., last Sunday and spent the day as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mason. Mr. and Mrs. Alfred S. Quinn have gone east to visit relatives in Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio. They will return about May 5th with their children who have been in Columbus. SCOTT AND YANCY The wedding of Miss Susie Scott, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P. James Scott, to Mr. Shirley Yancy took place Monday at 1 o'clock at the home of Mrs. Tillie A. Reese of Council Bluffs, Ia. Dr. William F. Botts performed the ceremony. A reception followed at the bride's home in the evening. She received many beautiful and costly presents. Mrs. George Litmon served the wedding dinner at 6 p. m. The happy couple are at home at 2423 Parker street. The Apex Tennis club showered Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Yancy Saturday night with many beautiful and useful things. To encourage civic pride and aid in the campaign for a more beautiful Omaha the Garden Club of the North Side Branch of the Y. W. C. A. will give two prizes for the best kept flower garden among our people. The contest begins May 15 and will close August 15. The first prize is $2.50 in gold and the second prize $1.00. Entrants must register at the North Side "Y", 22nd and Grant streets. Try our WET WASH Service SOMETHING DIFFERENT and BETTER Your clothes will be properly assorted and washed. NO FADING NO SHRINKING Standard Laundry WEbster 6055 Webster 4243 Y.W.C.A. NORTH SIDE BRANCH 22nd and Grant Streets EDNA M. STRATTON, Executive Sec'y MOTHER AND DAUGHTER WEEK—MAY 3rd TO 8th Mother and daughter week will open Sunday, May 3, with a mass meeting at Pilgrim Baptist church, Twenty-fifth and Hamilton, at 3:30 p. m. Special music will be rendered by the Blue Triangle and High School Gilrs' Glee clubs. Miss Edna Stratton, the executive secretary of the Y. W. C. A., will preside at the organ. The mothers will discuss the pulling together of mothers and daughters from home and church angle while the daughters will discuss the pulling together of mothers and daughters from school and social life angle. The Misses Gertrude Lucas, Frances Gordon and Mrs. C. H. Singleton, club advisors, will have charge of the usherettes for the day. Several special affairs will be given during the week. Among the most popular will be a story telling recollections party given by the 50-50 Girls' club The week will close Friday, Mary 8th, with a banquet at St. John's church. Large congregations were present all day Sunday. The revival which was to have continued until May 3, was brought to a close Sunday because of the illness of the pastor. The meetings were a success with nine additions. The groups made their reports, Group No. 4, Mrs. S. Clark, captain, carrying off the honors and Mrs. G. Thomas winning the spread as the prize from Group 4. The usual services will be held Sunday and the societies and organizations during the week. WOMEN'S MASS MEETING Mother's and Daughter's Week. which has for it purpose the bringing together of mothers and daughters, and is sponsored by the W. W. C. A., will be opened with a mass meeting at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 25th and Hamilton streets, next Sunday afternoon at 3:30. All women are urged to attend as matters of importance will be discussed at this meeting. Just as soon as a fellow has to begin lugging around a lot of dyspepsia tablets everything good to eat imaginable shows up in the markets. JOIN Mickel's Sewing Machine Club Pay 25c Down Balance in Weekly Payments Also 15 Good Second-Hand Machines on Sale $5 $8 $11 MICKELS 15th and Harney Streets THE MONITOR EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. PHILIP THE DEACON The services next Sunday will be as follows: Holy communion 7:30 a.m, matins 8:30, church school 10, sung eucharist with sermon at 11, evening prayer at 8. Confirmation instruction Friday nights at 8 o'clock. The class under instruction will be confirmed early in June. The regular monthly meeting of the Omaha Branch of the N. A. A. C. P. will be held at the North Side W. W. C. A. next Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock. An interesting program will be given including an instructive address by Dr. W. B. Fountaine, U. S. government inspector, on the relations of animal diseases to public health. ARRIVALS AT PATTON HOTEL T. Darris and G. N. Page, Kansas City, Mo.; Dr. A. Tonikaiye, Kansas City, Kans.; A. A. Brown, Chicago; I. R. Merchant, Jacksonville, Fla.; A. A. Allison, Los Angeles, Cal.; T. J. Jones, St. Louis, Mo.; and Mr. and Mrs. E. Williams, Wilmington, Del. H. J. Pinkett, Atty. In the County Court of Douglas Country, Nebraska. In the matter of the estate of John Bims, deceased: All persons interested in said estate are hereby notified that a petition has been filed in said Court alleging that said deceased died leaving no last will and praying for administration upon his estate, and that a hearing will be had on said petition before said court on the 23rd day of May, 1925, and that if they fail to appear at said Court on the said 23rd day of May, 1925, at 9 o'clock A. M. to contest said petition, the Court may grant the same and grant administration of said estate to Hattie Bims or some other suitable person and proceed to a settlement thereof. BRYCE CRAWFORD, 5-1-3t Country Judge. BEAUTIFUL HAIR For Every Woman A Hairdresser DREAMLAND CAFE Opened Sunday, March 29, in the Jewel Building, 24th and Grant Streets. —SERVING— Ice cream, candies, soft drinks, sodas, and home cooked meals. THOMPSON & TAYLOR, Proprietors WATERS BARNHART PRINTING CO. OMAHA Subscribe Now for The Monitor $2.00 a Year EPISCOPAL Church of St. Philip the Deacon 21st near Paul Rev. John Albert Williams, Rector SUNDAY SERVICES 7:30 a. m. Holy Communion 10 a. m. Sunday School 11 a. m. Sung Eucharist With Sermon 8 p. m. Service and Sermon The Church With a Welcome and a Message, Come 322 South 18th 6% Dividends Payable Quarterly Be Thrifty and Start a Savings Account Today Thirty-six years of success in Omaha and Nebraska We handle a complete line of FLOWER, VEGETABLE, GRASS AND FIELD BULBS—For Spring and Fall Planting When in need of CUT FLOWERS don't forget our Floral Department, as we have a complet seasonable assortment. STEWART'S SEED AND FLOWER SHOP 109 North 16th Street (Opposite Post Office) JAckson 3285 Buy a Home! QUIT PAYING RENT! I have a number of bargains in homes, 5, 6 and 7 rooms, well located; am able to sell at $250 and up; balance monthly like rent. 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Reliable and competent. Six years in Omaha. 2622 Maple Street. Phone WEbster 4120. C. H. HALL, stand, 1405 No. 24th Baggage and express hauling to all parts of the city. Phones. Res. We. 1056; stand. We. 0530. BEAUTY PARLORS MME. A. L. McMILLAN, 2525 Hamilton. We. 0348. Antiseptic hair grower for ladies who wish beautiful hair. Once tried, always used. Satisfaction guaranteed. MME. E. HACKLEY LAWSON, 2631 Lake street. We. 1655. Scalp treatments scientifically done. All kinds of human hair goods made to order. Acme hair preparations and skin whitener for sale. MME. ANNA L. MITCHELL, 2860 Corby street. We. 7103. Buva System graduate. Scalp and beauty specialist. Comfortable, homelike parlors; all work guaranteed. MME. ZELLA SKINNER, Poro System. All work done by electricity. Violet Ray Treatments. Phone We. 6221, 2613 Hamilton Street. MADAM ANNA E. JONES TUBBS. Scalp and hair treatments. For good and quick results call WEBster 5450. 1712 North 25th Street.—Poro. MADAM A. J. AUSTIN, Beauty Culturist. Manufacturer of Denova hair preparations. Parlors 1411 No. 24th Street. Phone WEBster 5122. Hours 9 a. m. to 7 p. m. MADAM CORA L. OWENS, Authorized agent of Mme. C. J. Walker Company. Gives scientific scalp treatments at the "Snow White Beauty Parlor", 2403 North 29th St. WEBster 2361. MADAM Z. C. SNOWDEN. Scientific scalp treatment. Hair dressing and manufacturing. 1154 No. 20th St. WEBster 6194. MESDAMES SHEELY AND GRAY BEAUTY PARLOR. Scientific hair and scalp treatments. French system. Hair oils and beauty preparations for sale. 1705 North 24th St. Phone WEBster 2763. MADAM WILLIE DIXON, 2426 Blonde street. WEBster 6153. Poro hairdressing, facial massage, Turk- ish baths. Home comforts. BILLIARD PARLORS THE FRIENDSHIP BILLIARD PAR- LOR. While on the troll stop in. The place for the gentleman. Fred English, prop.; Carl Frampton, manager. 1818 North 24th Street. Phone WEbster 0814. CARPENTERS YANCY W. LOGAN, carpenter and builder, 1628 North Twenty-second street. WEbster 0233. JESSE SNELL, carpenter and builder, 1920 North Thirty-sixth street. WE. 4630. CLUBS COLORED COMMERCIAL CLUB. 1514½ North Twenty-fourth street. Webster 1822. R. L. Williams, commissioner. Free employment bureau. General information. WATC For Rent ROOMS FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms in modern home. WEbster 6834. FOR RENT—Garden plot. Call at 2424 Parker street. FOR RENT—Partly modern furnished rooms in neighborhood of all houses. One block and a half from Armour's. 5219 South 29th street. MA. 0875. ROOMS for rent in modern home, rent reasonable, 2724 Caldwell St. We. 0865. FOR RENT—Six 3-room apartments with city water, bath and electricity in each apartment. Apply to Alfred Jones, 1322 Dodge street. FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms in modern home. We. 6834. COAL DEALERS C. SOLOMON COAL AND ICE CO. At your service winter and summer. All kinds of good coal at prices to suit. Phones WebEster 3901 and 4228. CONFECTIONERIES R. ROBINSON CONFECTIONERY, 2608 Seward Street. Pies and cakes baked to order daily. Ice cream, cold drinks and sodas. We. 3207. DRESSMAKING and SEWING MRS. ADDIE NELSON, 2631 Grant street, We. 4948. Plain and fancy sewing neatly done. Men's fancy shirts a specialty. MRS. W. H. JOHNSON, 2701 Corby Street. Plain and fancy sewing. Rates reasonable. WEBster 5034. MRS. ADDIE NELSON, 2631 Grant. We. 9999. Plain and fancy sewing. Men's shirts a specialty. MRS. A. BALDWIN. French system of fancy dressmaking and designing. 2910 North 26th Street. Phone WEBster 0532. MME. E. C. GREEN. High class dressmaking, and designing. Men's shirts a specialty. 2513 No. 25th street. We. 3318. MRS. C. E. REESE, 2858 Corby, We. 7103. Fashionable dressmaker and ladies' tailor. Most modern and up-to-date electrical appliances. DENTISTS DRS. SINGLETON & SINGLETON, Dentists, 2411 North 24th Street. Phone WEbster 0256. DRUG STORES ROSS DRUG STORE, 2306 North 24th Street. Two phones, WEbster 2770 and 2771. Well equipped to supply your needs. Prompt service. THE PEOPLES' DRUG STORE, 24th and Erskine Streets. We carry a full line. Prescriptions promptly filled. WEbster 6323. DRY GOODS MRS. H. J. CRAWFORD & SONS, 2208 No. 24th street. Ladies' and gents' furnishings. Children's apparel. We. 0184. FURNITURE S. W. MILLS FURNITURE CO., 1421 North 24th St. We sell new and second hand furniture. Call and see us before you purchase. We also buy second hand furniture. WEbster 0148 and 1664. GARAGES RED FRONT GARAGE, 2816 Cum Street, Arnold Black, Prop. Repairing a specialty. We. 3480. GROCERIES MONTGOMERY GROCERY, 2531 Lake street. We carry a full time of fresh groceries, meats, fruits and sundries. We. 0226. THE SMALL STORE, 2514 No. 27th Street. A. H. Massey, prop. A full line of groceries, cigars, candy and staple goods always on hand. WE. 6052. HERMANN & KILLINGSWORTH, Twenty-fourth and Willis avenue. A full line of groceries and fresh vegetable at lowest prices. Let us serve you. WEbster 6915. HOTELS HOTELS PATTON HOTEL, 1014, 1016, 1018 South '11th St. Known from coast to coast. Terms reasonable. N. P. Patton, proprietor. FOR RENT—Neatly furnished rooms, 2536 Patrick avenue. Two blocks from car line. FOR RENT—3 and 4-room modern apartments, 1547-1551 North 17th St. References required. Call at 1549 North 17th St. or phone ATlantic 6863. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms with or without board. 2724 Caldwell St. Webster 0365. FOR RENT—Modern furnished rooms. Steam heat. Close in. On two car lines. Mrs. Anna Banks, 924 North Twentieth street. Jackson 4879 FOR RENT—Light housekeeping rooms. 1 block from car. All modern conveniences. 1712 North Twenty-fifth street. WEBster 5450—tf. FOR RENT: Furnished rooms in modern home. Prices $3.50 to $4.50. Home conveniences. Web. 5731. 2619 Caldwell. 4t-4-5-25 THE HOTEL CUMMINGS, 1916 Cuming St. Under new management. Terms reasonable. D. G. Russell, proprietor. LAUNDRIES THE WOODROW LAUNDRY, 2711 Charles St. Webster 5579. Where satisfaction reigns supreme. Wet wash, rough dry, finished work and fine lace curtains neatly done. LAWYERS W. B. BRYANT, Attorney and Coun- selor-at-Law. Practices in all courts. Suite 19, Patterson Block, 17th and Farnam Sts. AT. 9344 or WE. 2502. W. G. MORGAN—Phones ATlantic 9344 and JAckson 0210. H. J. PINKETT, Attorney and Counselor-at-Law. Twenty years' experience. Practices in all courts. Suite 19, Patterson Block, 17th and Farnams Sts. AT. 9344 or WE. 3180. D. H. OLIVER, LL. B. Lawyer. Graduate University of Nebraska. Practices in all courts. Jewell Bldg., 2221 No. 24th St. WEbster 0963 and WEbster 1209. NOAH W. WARE, Attorney and Counselor-at-Law. Practices in all courts. Bonds furnished reliable persons. 2731 St. (So, Side). MMarket 5354. Res. WEbster 6613. SCRUGGS & ADAMS, Lawyers. Large experience. Handle all law cases. 1516½ No. 24th St. WE. 3567. Scruggs' residence, KEnwood 2492; Adams', WEbster 4084. MATTRESS MAKERS C. W. ANDERSON, 3325 Emmett street. Webster 1358. Mattresses made over in new ticks, if necessary. MEDIUMS MADAM M. M. HALL. Medium and healer. Member of the State Spiritual Association of Nebraska. 2511 Corby Street. NOTIONS PAINTERS AND PAPER HANGERS A. F. PEOPLES. Painting and decorating, wall paper and glass. Plastering, cement and general work. Sherwin-Williams paints. 2419 Lake St. Phone WEbster 6366. PAYTON BUCKNER, Painting. Exterior and interior decorating and stippling. Old furniture and hard wood floors refinished. All work guaranteed. "If he says he will, he will." We. 1520. PLUMBERS NEBRASKA PLUMBING CO. J. F. Allison, manager. Estimates furnished. 2522 St. Phone WE. 5846. PRINTERS FORD PRINTING COMPANY, Jewell building, 24th and Grant Sts. For good printing see us. We. 1750 REAL ESTATE L. C. BROOMFIELD, Real estate. We buy, sell and rent homes. Office hours all hours. 2425 North 24th St. WEbster 1091. G. B. ROBBINS, Real estate and insurance. 20 Patterson Block, 1623 Farnam St. Office Phone JAckson 2842. FOR RENT—Rooms with board. We. 1102. 2619 Decatur Street. 4t 3-13 ROOMS TO RENT—Half block from Dodge and two from Twenty-fourth car line. 2407 No. 22nd St. We. 2833. 4t-4-5-25 FOR RENT: One 3 room and 1 5 room apartment, with city water, bath and electricity. Alfred Jones, 1322 Dodge. AT antic 9547. FOR RENT—Two three-room houses in good order. One $22.50 and one $28. 3117 and 3119 and 3117 Webster street. Call at 3202 Webster street. FOR SALE—First class upright Star piano. $125 cash. 2120 North 30th street. 3t. 4-10-25 Use DENTLO for the teeth. Large tube Me.-Adv. A. W. ANDERSON REAL ESTATE CO., 1423 North 24th St. Houses for sale or rent in all parts of the city. WEbster 2075. Res. WEbster 1711. RESTAURANTS PEATS RESTAURANT, 1405 North 24th Street. Where those who desire good home cooking at reasonable prices go. WEbster 0530. McGILL & DAVIS CAFE, 2516 Q street. When in South Omaha visit us. Big meals from 25c up. MMarket 2860. Try LITTLE WONDER CAFE. The cheapest place to eat in the city. Quick service. Lunches sent to any part of the city. 1820 No. 24th St. Phone WEbster 5327. KING TUTT'S CHICKEN HUT. Fancy barbecue. Best service in town. All kinds of sandwiches. Open every day from 3 p. m. to 6 p. m. 2010 North 24th Street. P. Smith and C. Davis, proprietors. SHOE REPAIRING BENJAMIN & THOMAS always give satisfaction. Best material, reasonable prices. All work guaranteed. 1415 North 24th St. WEbster 5084. C. L. CURRY, SR., Cobbler. Shop in rear of 1520 North Twenty-sixth Street. Work called for and delivered. WEbster 2792. TAILORS OMAHA DOLLAR CLEANERS — 2510 No. 24th St. We. 3300. At your service. We clean and press men's suits, ladies' plain dresses and spring coats for $1.25, delivered any place in the city. Exclusive agents for Style-Center suits and tailor-made caps. M. LYNCH, Tailor and haberdasher, wants to ask a question: Why pay more for a misfit when you can have them made to fit? 1807 North 24th St. Webster 2088. ROULETTE, Cleaners and hatters. Speciality cleaning and dyeing at reasonable prices. Suits made to your individual measurement. 2720 North 24th. Webster 1020. J. H. HOLMES, the reliable tailor who gives satisfaction. Suits made to order. Cleaning and repairing. 2218 North 24th St. Webster 3320. ECONOMY TAILORS. Chas. M. Simmons, proprietor. We cut, make and trim. Suits to order, $38 and up. 2 pants suits, $45 and up. All work guaranteed. 1313 Dodge St. Business, JA. 3423 Res., WE. 6370. KEEP-U-NEAT, Cleaning, Dyeing and repairing. Work called for and delivered. 1919 Cuming street. Jackson 1439. TAXIS GRANT STREET TAXI CO. 2420 North Twenty-fourth street. Stand phone WEbster 4458. Residence, Huey, WEbster 5104; Al. Gray, WEbster 2202. Five can ride as cheap as one. Taxi by hour or trip. UNDERTAKERS JONES & COMPANY, Undertakers. 24th and Grant Sts. WEBster 1100. Satisfactory service always. H. A. CHILES & CO., funeral directors and licensed embalmers. Courteous, efficient service in the last sad hour. 1839 North Twenty-fourth street. Phones, office WEBster 7133; residence WEBster 6349. ARGE LOOK—Fine Social Stationery. Two hundred sheets and fifty envelopes printed with your name and address. A dollar bill. Register Press. Hannibal, Mo. THOROUGHLY worthy used furniture of every description is offered for sale at very reasonable prices in our warehouse, between the hours of 1 p. m. and 5 p. m. week days. 8th and Capitol Ave.—Orchard & Wilhelm Co. BIG MONEY selling Everstrate to Colored people. Enormous demand. Sure repeater. Eston, 2500 Second Avenue, Dept. 150, Birmingham, Ala. ONLY $6.45 G-SHOOT FINEST REVOLVER Sells elsewhere at $12.00. Calls out at market with great penetrating power. Great promotional power. Blue laser sets, 12 or 22 or 25 caliber. 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