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A Happy New Year To All SECOND CONTEST FOR MUSICAL COMPOSERS OF THE NEGRO RACE Several Cash Prizes Are Again Offered by Rodman Wanamaker Through The Robert Curtis Ogden Association to Stimulate Composers. Omahans Should Compete. LIFTING LIFT TOO $2.00 a Y. — 5 Cents a Copy A H SECOND CONTEST COMPOSERS OF Several Cash Prizes Are A Wanamaker Through T Association to Stir Omahans Sho Philadelphia, Pa., Dec. 29—(Special Correspondence)—Rodman Wanamaker of this city has again offered $1,000 in prizes for composers of the Negro race, the offer, as was the case last year, being made through the Robert Curtis Ogden association, an organization composed of Negro employees of the John Wanamaker store, Philadelphia. This is the second offer of the kind made by Mr. Wanamaker, who inaugurated a similar plan last year, the results being some excellent compositions in a great variety of forms. This year, however, Mr. Wanamaker has made several radical modifications in the offer as compared with last year, by increasing the prizes in some instances and lowering the numbers of classifications. The National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc., is working with the Robert Curtis Ogden association in making public the terms of the contest. This was also done last season and the names of the winners of the prizes were announced at the national convention of that organization last August in St. Louis. This year, there are four classifications instead of five as was the case in the first contest, with three prizes in each class, making twelve in all. The four this year are as follows: Class 1, a composition for orchestra; Class 2, a love song for one voice with accompaniment optional with the composer; Class 3, a group for miscellaneous works for one or more instruments; Class 4, a composition for band. In all of these classifications, the widest possible latitude is allowed the composers in all respects except as to the instruments or voices for which they shall write. The compositions intended for Class 1 must be a work scored for full orchestra, that is, an orchestra containing as a minimum number of instruments, the full complement of woodwind, brass and string parts of a symphony orchestra, although extra instruments may be used at the N. A. A. C. P. AIDS FIGHT ON ATLANTIC CITY SCHOOL SEGREGATION New York, N. Y.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, recently announced it had retained Eugene R. Hayne, of Asbury Park, in a legal fight on school segregation in that city. Mr. Hayne is the attorney through whom the N. A., A. C. P. decisively defeated the attempt to segregate colored children at Toms River, N. J., last spring. The Atlantic City fight arises out of the establishment of two segregated schools for colored children. To reach these schools some of the colored children, it is reported, have to pass as many as three schools attended by white children. The decision of the N. A. A. C. P. to enter this fight was the outcome of a conference at the office of Arthur B. Spingarn, chairman of the association's national legal committee, participated in by Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Edwards, Mr. Huntley, Miss Tanner, Mrs. Haynes of Atlantic City, and Messrs. Spingarn, James Weldon Johnson and William Andrews, representing the N. A. A. C. P. WISHES MERRY CHRISTMAS WHILE BEING EXECUTED Urbana, Ill.—Wishing more than 200 spectators a "merry Christmas and a happy New Year," as he stood on the platform of the gallows just before the cap was placed over his head and the trap was sprung, Herschell Andrews, of Indianapolis, Ind., paid with his life last Friday morning for the slaying of Thomas Tate, of Champaign, Ill., on Christmas morning 1926. THE MONITOR option of the composer. It may be a symphony, a symphonic poem, an overture, etc., and may be in one or more movements. The prizes for this class are: First prize, $250; second prize, $100; and third prize, $50. Compositions submitted for Class 2 must be a vocal solo for one voice only. Instrumental compositions will not be considered in this classification as they were last year. The accompaniment may be for piano, orchestra, etc., and obligato instruments may be used as the composer desires, but they are not necessary to make the composition eligible for a prize. The prizes in this class are: First prize, $100; second prize, $75; and third prize, $50. However, it is required that the composition be a love song. Song poems, that is, words unaccompanied by music, will not be considered under any circumstances. Class 3 is for instrumental compositions only. Works submitted may be in any form, dance, sonata, or miscellaneous, and may be written for solo instruments with an accompaniment desired by the composer or for groups of instruments which, however, must not exceed ten in number. The prizes in this class are: First prize, $100; second prize, $75; third prize, $50. Compositions submitted for Class 4 must be for a full brass band and any type of composition is eligible, a theme and variations, a march of any form preferred by the composer. The prizes here are: First prize, $100; second prize, $75; and third prize, $50. The employment of the Negro idiom melodically, rhythmically and harmonically, will have some weight with the judges, but the quality of musical thought and workmanship will have the first consideration. The Negro idiom is preferable, but not essential. All compositions submitted must be in the hands of the Robert Curtis Ogden association of the John Wanamaker store, of Philadelphia, not later than midnight of June 1, 1928. DR. MOTON TELLS PRESIDENT LYNCHINGS HAVE DECLINED Washington, D. C., Dec. 30—In response to a direct inquiry from the president of the United States Dr. R. R. Moton says that lynching is on the decrease in the South. Dr. Moton called on President Coolidge last Tuesday. Dr. Moton said that President Coolidge inquired specifically into the situation regarding lynching and mob violence and that he was able to report that on the basis of present indications the number of lynchings for this year would be substantially below those for 1926. President Coolidge also received a report on the Veterans' hospital located at Tuskegee, which some time ago was placed entirely under the supervision of a Negro personnel. Dr. Moton reported that the hospital was showing excellent progress under the present management and assured the President that things were running smoothly. DR. E. R. EMBREE TO HEAD ROSENWALD FUND New York City, Dec. 30—Dr. Edwin Rogers Embrey, vice-president of the Rockefeller Foundation, will become president of the Julius Rosenwald Fund, with headquarters in Chicago, Ill., January 1, according to an announcement made by Mr. Rosenwald last week. Like the Rockefeller Foundation, the Rosenwald Fund is devoted to general welfare. It has given much assistance to medical research throughout the country. Fifteen race Y. M. C. A.'s have been assisted and hundreds of schools in the rural districts throughout the south and west. Omaha, Nebraska, Friday, December 30, 1927 EDITORIAL There is always something the Old Year. It is very much. So it has always seemed to us, by many as merely sentimental, important part in life. As the one is passing we are than of his bad, of his points of ness, and we are remorseful to or more considerate or more aware in the flush of years and of heart ward through the years and rest him. And so it is with the closing. Its passing involuntarily evens. We are impelled, if not competent to hastily review some of the perhaps let slip, to think of the we have committed, to sum up our successes and our failures in the ledger of life. Many, perhaps most, will outnumber the credits; but, in average life there is something life at the close of every year. row and sadness and disapproval lot, and yet you may find richer in spiritual experiences. Whatever your mistakes and lose heart. Take courage and Lift up your heart. A New Year dawns, brings ties for growth and progress, unwisely? Wisely, we hope, every way, building a larger man as a race, and as a nation. "Build thee more stately As the swift seasons rise Leave thy low vaulted Let each New Year find Till thou at length art Leaving thine outgrown By life's unresting sea. IS THIS ANOTHER THEN The Monitor believes that the in their efforts to organize forditions. As we understand it, transportation employees whoized. The conductors have the locomotive engineers have so have other trainmen. By union they have been able to see working conditions. This is precisely what the That is why they have organize Car Porters, which the Pullman very much as though that power method possible to intimidate frustrate or destroy their union ening gesture is the employer on trains on the Northwestern following up the plan adopted Negroes by Filipinos as buffet not large; but it is being tried but in reality as a threat and be. This latest move is one of opinion. Adroitness has been pany in trying to see to it that Negroes are American born, against the employment of Chinese who will want this scarce. Even though they were ing to note the reaction of the at heart believes in fair play. constitute the majority of the tie to the experiment of the display yellow ones of oriental extract is possible, but not highly probable. These gestures by the Pullman employees exceeding punctillion of service possible, so that van not be brought against them; and are concerned, it ought also to more determined than ever to their brotherhood. We hope the Pullman port fight, but continue until victor wage and humane and reason tions. always something pathetic about it. It is very much like watching an army seemed to us. This, no doubt, was merely sentimentalism, but sentimental life. It is passing we think more of his hard, of his points of strength rather, are remorseful that we were not operate or more appreciative of his years and of health. We instinct the years and recount our shortest with the closing of each year. Involuntarily evokes in us a retired, if not compelled, to take a bad news some of the opportunities we up, to think of mistakes we have littled, to sum up and strike a bolt and our failures. To write our care of life. Maps most, will decide that the credits; but, in reality, this is no there is something to write upon the of every year. You will find it so mess and disappointments—many that you may find that even these mistakes and failures may have take courage and go forward. Heart. Our dawns, bringing with it its good and progress. How will you use, usely, we hope, for larger and firing a larger mansion for our souls as a nation. There more stately mansions, Oh, swift seasons roll; why low vaulted past; a New Year find the nobler than you at length art free, a thine outgrown shell is unresting sea." ANOTHER THREATENING GREAT We believe that the Pullman Porters to organize for better wages and to understand it, they are the only employees who are not recognisers have their union and the engineers have a powerful organisation. By virtue of their one been able to secure better wages. Clearly what the Pullman porters they have organized the Brotherhood which the Pullman company is fighting though that powerful corporation to intimidate this class of emigrants to their union. The company is the employment of Chinese as on the Northwestern-Union Pacific the plan adopted a short while apartinos as buffet porters. The nut it is being tried ostensibly as an a threat and bluff to intimidate move is one of the same nature, fitness has been displayed by the see to it that the Chinese who American born. This is to for employment of foreign labor. We will want this kind of employment though they were plentiful, it would reaction of the American public in fair play. White Americans, majority of the traveling public, most of the displacement of black oriental extraction, but that is not highly probable. Frees by the Pullman company showing punctillious and careful to oblige, so that valid criticism of it against them; and so far as the Pullman ought also to make every man than ever to unionize and to good. The Pullman porters will not win until victory is won, in seize and reasonable working hours. There is always something pathetic about the passing of the Old Year. It is very much like watching an old friend die. So it has always seemed to us. This, no doubt, will be regarded by many as merely sentimentalism, but sentiment plays an important part in life. As the one is passing we think more of his good qualities than of his bad, of his points of strength rather than of weakness, and we are remorseful that we were not a little kinder or more considerate or more appreciative of him when he was in the flush of years and of health. We instinctively look backward through the years and recount our shortcomings towards him. And so it is with the closing of each year. Its passing involuntarily evokes in us a retrospective mood. We are impelled, if not compelled, to take a backward glance, to hastily review some of the opportunities we have had and perhaps let slip, to think of mistakes we have made, of sins we have committed, to sum up and strike a balance between our successes and our failures. To write our credits and debits in the ledger of life. Many, perhaps most, will decide that the debits, largely outnumber the credits; but, in reality, this is not true. In the average life there is something to write upon the credit side of life at the close of every year. You will find it so this year. Sorrow and sadness and disappointments—many may have been your lot, and yet you may find that even these have left you richer in spiritual experiences and in the evaluation of life. Whatever your mistakes and failures may have been, do not lose heart. Take courage and go forward. Sursum corda. Lift up your heart. A New Year dawns, bringing with it its golden opportunities for growth and progress. How will you use it? Wisely or unwisely? Wisely, we hope, for larger and fuller growth in every way, building a larger mansion for our soul as individuals, as a race, and as a nation. "Build thee more stately mansions, Oh, my soul As the swift seasons roll; Leave thy low vaulted past; Let each New Year find thee nobler than the last, Till thou at length art free, Leaving thine outgrown shell By life's unresting sea." IS THIS ANOTHER THREATENING GESTURE? The Monitor believes that the Pullman Porters are justified in their efforts to organize for better wages and working conditions. As we understand it, they are the only railway or transportation employees who are not recognized and unionized. The conductors have their union and it is respected. The locomotive engineers have a powerful organization, and so have other trainmen. By virtue of their organization and union they have been able to secure better wages and improved working conditions. This is precisely what the Pullman porters desire to do. That is why they have organized the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, which the Pullman company is fighting. It looks very much as though that powerful corporation is using every method possible to intimidate this class of employees and to frustrate or destroy their union. The company's latest threatening gesture is the employment of Chinese as club car porters on trains on the Northwestern-Union Pacific lines. This is following up the plan adopted a short while ago in displacing Negroes by Filipinos as buffet porters. The number of such is not large; but it is being tried ostensibly as an "experiment," but in reality as a threat and bluff to intimidate the porters. This latest move is one of the same nature, in our humble opinion. Adroitness has been displayed by the Pullman company in trying to see to it that the Chinese who are to displace Negroes are American born. This is to forestall criticism against the employment of foreign labor. American born Chinese who will want this kind of employment are quite scarce. Even though they were plentiful, it would be interesting to note the reaction of the American public, which really at heart believes in fair play. White Americans who, of course, constitute the majority of the traveling public, may take kindly to the experiment of the displacement of black Americans by yellow ones of oriental extraction, but that is questionable. It is possible, but not highly probable. These gestures by the Pullman company should make Negro employees exceeding punctillious and careful to render the best of service possible, so that valid criticism of inefficiency cannot be brought against them; and so far as the Pullman porters are concerned, it ought also to make every man-jack of them more determined than ever to unionize and to loyally support their brotherhood. We hope the Pullman porters will not weaken in their fight, but continue until victory is won, in securing a living wage and humane and reasonable working hours and conditions. RACE RELATIONS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 The annual observance of Race Relations Sunday—the sixth since its inception in 1923—will take place this year on February 12th, when thousands of churches, young peoples' societies, Sunday schools, Y. M. C. A.'s, and other religious groups will focus their attention on the problems of the race. Especial emphasis will be laid this year on penitence and prayer for the complete suppression of lynching and mob violence in America. In issuing this call the Federal Councils Commission on Race Relations points out the fact that in the last 40 years more than four thousand persons have been put to death by mobs in this country, and --- pathetic about the passing of like watching an old friend die. This, no doubt, will be regarded asism, but sentiment plays an ima think more of his good qualities of strength rather than of weakness that we were not a little kinder appreciative of him when he was with. We instinctively look back to account our shortcomings towards the age of each year. okes in us a retrospective mood. called, to take a backward glance, opportunities we have had and mistakes we have made, of sins up and strike a balance between To write our credits and debits decide that the debits, largely in reality, this is not true. In the to write upon the credit side of you will find it so this year. Sorments—many may have been that even these have left you, and in the evaluation of life, failures may have been, do not go forward. Sursum corda. ing with it its golden opportunity. How will you use it? Wisely or for larger and fuller growth in tension for our soul as individuals, my mansions, Oh, my soul bull; past; thee nobler than the last, free, shell GREATENING GESTURE? The Pullman Porters are justified in better wages and working conditions, they are the only railway or are not recognized and union-their union and it is respected. Be a powerful organization, and virtue of their organization and cure better wages and improved Pullman porters desire to do. Feed the Brotherhood of Sleeping on company is fighting. It looks powerful corporation is using every this class of employees and to. The company's latest threat of Chinese as club car porters in-Union Pacific lines. This is a short while ago in displacing porters. The number of such is ostensibly as an "experiment," cluff to intimidate the porters. The same nature, in our humble displayed by the Pullman company the Chinese who are to displace This is to forestall criticism foreign labor. American born kind of employment are quite plentiful, it would be interest. American public, which really White Americans who, of course, traveling public, may take kindly placement of black Americans by on, but that is questionable. It able. Can company should make Negro us and careful to render the best aid criticism of inefficiency can and so far as the Pullman porters make every man-jack of them unionize and to loyally support porters will not weaken in their is won, in securing a living table working hours and condi- that crimes of this character, though less numerous than formerly, are still of frequent occurrence. A pamphlet containing topics and suggestions for the observance of Race Relations Sunday can be had for five cents a copy from the Commission on the Church and Race Relations, 105 East Twenty-second street, New York City. Other pamphlets on the subject may be had without charge from the Commission on Interracial Co-operation, 409 Palmer building, Atlanta, Ga. Sergeant and Mrs. Isaac Bailey entertained at whist at their home, 2816 Pratt street, Monday evening in honor of Dr. and Mrs. R. B. Dodson, house guests of Dr. and Mrs. W. W. Peebles. Vol. XIII—Number 26 N. A. A. C. P. APPEALS AGAINST LYNCHING TO SOUTH EDITORS New York, N. Y.—In a letter sent to leading editors of white dailies throughout the South, James Weldon Johnson, secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, appealed for a united stand against lynching and its extenuators, by all citizens, regardless of race or color. Mr. Johnson's letter is as follows: "An editorial published by a Bainbridge, Ga., editor and reproduced and commented upon in a number of newspapers, deserves public consideration at this time. This editor, E.H. Griffin, of the Bainbrige Post-Searchlight, still defends the barbarous crime of lynching. His utterance has received well merited rebuke from such outstanding newspapers as the Columbus, Ga., Sun and the Dotham, Ala., Eagle. Mr. Griffin takes the ground that lynching is the only meet punishment for the abhorrent crime of rape. Does Editor Griffin feel, when a mob avenges the crime of rape by lynching or, as is frequently done, by burning a human being at the stake while women and children look on, that civilization is being saved? "But Editor Griffin's statements, implying that the crime of lynching always avenges the crime of rape, that 'law or no law, justice or no justice, tolerance or no tolerance, when a brute rapes a woman the hemp rope is just as certain as sin,' merit further comment. "The facts about lynching have been stated before, and to the entire country, but they do not seem to have reached Mr. E. H. Griffin of Bainbridge, Ga., who openly condones, defends and even advocates the abrogation of civilization in favor of the beastliness of mob murder. Let those facts be here restated. "There have been 92 women lynched in the United States during the past 40 years. "Out of the upwards of 4,000 recorded victims of lynching mobs in this country, less than one in five has even been accused of the crime of rape; and it should be borne in mind in this connection that accusation and execution by a mob in the often whiskey-sodden atmosphere of brutal passion is not calculated to establish guilt or innocence, a function for which the entire structure of law and the courts is designed. "The crime of lynching shames the entire country before the civilized world. It can hardly be advanced as proof of the superior culture of the race in whose hands government and the courts rest, when they deliberately trample their own institutions of law and orderly processes in the mire, often making a holiday scene of an act of inhumanity and savagery. "Is it not time that apologists for lynching be recognized for precisely what they are? Namely, the most dangerous of anarchists and advocates of the lawlessness against which all decent United States citizens of whatever race, color or section must stand united in their common citizenship and faith in America." CELEBRATES HER 100th BIRTHDAY CHRISTMAS Kansas City, Mo.—Mrs. Rebecca Williams, 1710 East Twenty-eighth street, celebrated her 100th birthday, Sunday, December 25. Mrs. Williams is the mother of Mrs. Clara B. Franklin and grandmother of C. A. Franklin, editor of The Call. She was born in Frederick, Md., December 25, 1827. She has always been free. In the 1850's she and her husband moved to Wisconsin, where in 1856, Mrs. Clara Franklin was born. The family moved and lived in Illinois until 1869. Mrs. Williams has been in Kansas City with her daughter and grandson since the fall of 1920. Until two years ago, she read and sewed daily. The Misses Inez and Evelyn Battles, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. H. Battles, 3122 Burdette street, have returned home to spend the holidays with their parents. GROWING THANK YOU Whole Number 648 o All CHINESE PORTERS REPLACE NEGROES ON CRACK TRAINS Officials Claim Change Experiment and Disclaim Intention to Extend Displacement to Sleeping Car Men ORGANIZER SEES INTIMIDATION Chicago, Ill., Dec. 28—The niche occupied traditionally by the Negro Pullman porter was usurped for the first time by the oriental when young Chinese were introduced this week as club car porters on trains of the Northwestern-Union Pacific lines. All but one are Chinese of American birth. Local Pullman officials said that the use of Chinese was an experiment, but that if successful they would be probably retained in the club cars. Their use as porters in sleeping cars is not contemplated, however, they said. Filipino boys have been employed by the company as buffet porters for more than a year. Bennie Smith, field organizer for the Brotherhood of Pullman Porters, which seeks recognition of the company, said he believed the Chinese were being put on as another means of intimidation. "They won't find them successful." he said. AMERICAN LEGION SMOKER The public installation of officers of Roosevelt Post No. 30, held last Wednesday evening, December 21, at the beautiful Grotto, together, with the "smoker" and unusual program, will long be remembered as one of the outstanding events of legion activities. Dr. W. W. Peebles functioned as master of ceremonies in a truly creditable manner. Department Commander Jean B. Cain officiated as installing officer, after which he delivered an exceptionally appropriate address for the occasion. Among the many guests of honor were Major General Smith, Commander of the Seventh Corps area; Major General Duncan, retired; Allan Tukey, Sam Reynolds, Jake Isaacson, Anan Raymond, William Ritchie, City Commissioner Dean Noyes, Hird Stryker, and others. The brief, inspiring speeches of Generals Smith and Duncan, were indeed interesting and seemed, as it were, to have "switched on the current of enthusiasm." Our distinguished visitors were unanimous in expressing their unrestrained pleasure of the affair and hearty co-operation, with the progressive efforts of the post. The report of Adj. R. L. Williams, on the "History of the Post," was very commendable. Throughout the entire evening, one could readily observe the prevalence of good will and comradeship that always characterizes legion activities. Last but not least, the cigarettes and "eats" were abundantly in evidence; prepared, of course, by the post's efficient chef, Mr. James Bell. The delicious coffee that was prepared and served by Mrs. Lizie Buford, demonstrator for McCord-Brady Wholesale company, must not escape commendable mention. We wish to compliment the entertainment committee for the successful manner in which they staged the affair, making it possible for the entire post to share the many pleasant comments of our notable visitors. BOY LOCKED IN HOUSE IS BURNED TO DEATH Mexia, Tex., Dec. 29—Mrs. Frank Winson decided to take advantage of holiday bargain sales here Tuesday and took her son, Frank, aged 4 years to the home of her brother, Henry Lonzo. Mrs. Winson and Mrs. Lonzo put the youngster to sleep, locked the house and left for their shopping tour. The house caught on fire of some undetermined origin and burned to the ground and the child was burned to death before firemen could rescue him. epbaaanaaaaaa ane aehee heehee eee eee eeeeeeeaed : THE MONITOR | ; A WEEKLY WEWSFAPER DEVOTED TRIMAREY TO THE DVTEREETS | PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY AT OMAHA NEBRASKA, BY THE : MONITOR PUBLISHING COMPANY } Rntered as Second.Class Mail Matter, July 2, 1918 at the Fostottice at Omaha, | ue el ene, eee te eee Oe eAeee Sr Sete eee | WW NOSEY, (inceiny Nob Associate Eater } ictwoa® wi wntiaas Sener ) SUBSCRIPTION RATES, $2.00 PER YEAR; $1.25 6 MONTHS; 75¢ 3 MONTHS fi Sires ene een, Biestanet Uipre. Amebe t e | . Address, The Monitor, Postoffice Box 1204, Omaha, Neb. | Telephone WEbster 4243 OP OEP DHE D MEP PDA rao ootrip eM PAAR o ot PPPPLPEPL ELL OLLI DOLE L DEOL MEDD L PEEL OE oot AN IMP@RTANT WORD TO SUBSCRIBERS. : ‘The poe lations require that for newspapers to be sent through ie mails subseriptions must be paid in | - advance. 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Service and Sermon > The Church With a Welcome ; and a Message, Come , a i PaeR TWO LET’S NOT SLEEP AT THE SWITCH We have hitherto made the mistake of waiting until too late to bring our demand, a reasonable and just demand, before the Board of Education, for the employment of some of our people in the public school system of this city, for which we pay our _ proportionate share of the taxes. We want to begin now in importuning the Board of Education for the employment of some of our young women as teachers in the public schools. Several have applications on file and we hope others who measure up to the required standard will also file, so that at least somebody may be appointed. We have been told by certain members of the Board that they are favorable to making such appointments as soon as funds permit. No doubt in June new teachers will be elected and among the number there ought to be some young women of our race. It is time Omaha was getting on the map as a liberal-minded and _pro- gressive city in this matter. Let us not go to sleep at the switch now. TIME TO WAKE UP! It is time for the Omaha Chamber of Commerce to wake up and protest against the eco- nomic loss which the city is re- ceiving at the hands of some of the railroads. This may seem like a small matter, but is it? A year or so ago, the Northwestern-Union Pacific de- cided that the terminals for a large number of its waiters and cooks should be Chicago and Oakland. This compelled more than 200 substantial colored citizens to give up their homes here and remove to Chicago or Oakland. Little as may be thought of it this meant a sub- stantial financial loss to the city. Now the same road is substituting Chinese porters on its buffet cars. How many city residents this will affect we do not know. Some cer- tainly. How much money will these Chinese porters spend in Omaha? i A JOURNALISTIC TRIUMPH We doff our hat in admira- tion to the Nashville Globe, Tennessee’s leading race jour- nal, which covers Tennessee like the morning dew,” upon its splendid—no, we've made no mistake, this is the right ad- jective to use in this case—spe- cial Christmas edition. It con- tains eight sections, totalling sixty-four pages, one of which is a beautiful photogravure sec- tion, with a full page cut of the late Rev. R. H. Boyd, founder of the Nationa] Baptist Publish- ing Board’s printing plant. The edition is well illustrated with cuts of leading citizens, attract- ive homes and business institu- tions. It contains several two- page and whole-page adver- tisements, after the fashion of leading metropolitan dailies. ie new columns and feature articles are of the highest or- der. In its beautiful Christmas edition the Globe has undoubt- edly scored a journalistic tri- umph, upon which we extend sincere and hearty congratula- tions. THINK IT OVER Chicago has just appointed a colored woman as principal of one of her largest schools, the Keith, which has a large enrollment of pupils of our race. Omaha is not asking for principals YET, although that ought to come in the course of time, but for teachers in some of the grades. Chicago, De- troit and many other northern cities have colored teachers on their corps, why should Oma- ha remain a back number? THE MONITOR ARROWS By R. A. Adams Literary-Commercial Bureau 634 Franko Ave, Kabene City, Kane (rad Preston Hews wervied) If I may not do the great things, ‘That win unmeasured praise, If it be mine, by word, or deed, Some fallen soul to raise, To help some wandered astray, To find again the righteous way, Or friends estranged to reconcile, I shall have done some things worth while. If I may not on battle field Win honor and renown, Or by some deed illustrious Merit a victor’s crown, If my own spirit I control, win mastery of my own soul, T've conquered a dread enemy, Ana won a glorious victory. [If I cannot do what I would, __Reach heights I would attain, If, in my efforts to be great, I struggle but in vain, When I shall do the best I can, In interest of my fellowman, |I shall have wrought in noble cause, a work that merits Heav’n’s applause. |So I shall always strive to do | Whate'er my hands may find, |Whether the tasks be great or small | With heart, and soul, and mind, "And strive, in ev'ry given test, |To give unto the world my best, ‘That may be said, “For human good He did and gave the best he could!” —R. A. ADAMS. WE SPEND OUR YEARS The thing of which the author was writing was the period of human longevity which is commonly called life, and which is chronologically di- vided into years; and the thing which he affirms of years is that we spend them. Now, spend is a verb in the active voice and is equivalent to use; so we might as appropriately read, we use our years. The term years is modified by the adjective “our” and is significant of the fact that these years are ours and it is with us to determine how they shall be spent, or used. Moreover, it indicates neces- sity for the proper utilization of these years. Forceful are the sayings, “Not days, bu deeds;” “We live in deeds, not years”; “It matters not how long we live, but how.” In this connec- tion, one thing is certain, we cannot hinder the passing of the years; we cannot prevent spending our years; we can only determine the nature and character of life’s activities. One might spend his money for trash, for paste diamonds, for unsat- isfying pleasures, bringing penury, regret, and remorse, or he may spend it for things substantial and benefi- cial—since it is his money, as these are our years! On the other hand, one may spend his years—his life—in idleness, friv- olity, or in destructive pleasures, or he may spend these years in useful- ness, in service to mankind, thus add- ing to the sum total of human weal and happiness. Let is be considered that WE, do this spending of our years; we deter- mine what shall be done and how; ‘we control our actions; we decide our destiny! Fate is a myth; fortune is an illusion; good luck is a mirage; we sow and we reap; we surrender 'to the highest or the lowest in us; MY BEST ‘we waste or conserve; we live or just exist; our efforts, activities, and our accomplishments decide our fortune rather than the signs of the zodiac; we spend our years, we determine our destiny! A |_ ‘The complete sentence reads: “We ‘spend our years as a tale that is told.” —that is, every life has its story with the beginning, period of develop- ‘ment its climax—its end. In a story, ‘the end, whether happy or unhappy, is the result of the activities of the characters, especially the chief char- acter, during the period covered by the story. And so it is with life! | We who live now are spending our years, living our lives, utilizing or wasting our opportunities, making our lives worth while or useless; and when we face the setting sun and view the shadows gathering, our peace, our comfort, our contentment, ‘our hope, and our hold on things eternal will depend on HOW WE HAVE SPENT OUR YEARS! Another year of our life has pass- ‘ed into eternity; we are face to face with a new one, bringing new oppor- tunities, new duties, new responsibili- ties; and this may be the last of “Our Years.” So let us profit by the mistakes of the year now passed and strive for greater accomplish- ments during the New Year! Mrs. B. B. Cowan returned Mon- day from Pratt, Kans., where she was called last week by the illness of her sister, Mrs. Ruth Tanner. K. U. STUDENT WINS CUP | WITH “NEW NEGRO” ORATION Lawrence, Kans.—Charles Stokes, Pratt, Kansas, a student of the Uni- versity of Kansas, won the third an- nual campus problems oratorical con- test held at the university recently and was awarded the loving cup of- fered by the Women’s Self Govern- ment association of the university. Mr. Stokes was one of the eight speakers selected from the twenty- four who competed in the prelimin- ary contest. He was the only color- ed speaker. He chose for his sub- a “The New Negro.” (CHURCH OF ST. PHILIP | THE DEACON | The Christmas services at the Church of St. "Philip the Deacon con- sisted of the midnight mass Christ- mas Eve; holy communion at 7:30 a. m.; church school at 10; choral eucharist with sermon at 11, and evening prayer at 8. The children of the church school had their Christmas tree Wednesday | Burbon's Have Or-alin’s Gree | cost Values) | BURBON & CO, 16th and Farnam—Take Elevator to Secord Floor—McCrory Bide, Sale Starts Friday It will pay you handsomely to be among the first to attend our January Clear- ance Sale on Friday morning. Many surprising values will be offered and at reduc- tions that will mean many dollars in your pocket. oe These See Window Displa . ae Are Final Reducti C) Not just a few carments placed on Sale at special prices—but our entire stock of the season’s most beautiful coats, are on sale at Final Reductions that \ are Genuine Savings to you. The Season’s Finest Styles in new 7a AP Fu Wr WPL BE Trimmed We Invite Comparison—Both in Quality and Price—We Know That These Are Omaha's Greatest Coat Values. Your selection in styles, colors and materials is particularly E unlimited in this unusual assortment. Everything that you " might desire can be found in any one of these three groupr. ¢ You can not judge their real worth unless you come to ou: lore and see these marvelous values. NEW LAKE THEATRE ._. SATURDAY “SALLY IN OUR ALLEY” featuring Shirley Mason and Richard Arlen SUNDAY “THE MAIN EVENT” — with — Vera Reyno!ds A De Mille Production PTT EEN SLT IE PETE EEE EAL I ALE IEEE OLE PATRONIZE THE STATE FURNITURE CO. Corner 14th and Dodge Streets Tel. JACKSON 1317 Agents = BRUNSWICK isnt: HERE IT IS—! The World’s Greatest MYSTERY DRAMA Gripping, Baffling, Mystifying Spooks, Crooks, Shreiks, Laughs, Chills “CAT AND THE CANARY” Never Anything Like It! LAURA LA PLANTE, TULLY MARSHALL, GERTRUDE ASTOR January 2, 3, 4 MATINEE—MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY THE ALHAMBRA See eee ee eee eee eee eee ‘ . : ”? “Dependable Family Service o——o Dry Cleaning of Ladies’ and Gents’ Wearing : Apparel and Household Furnishings 0-0 SOFT WATER LAUNDERING : pen | Wet Wash - - - 4€ per lb. | Thrifty Wash - - 6C per lb. Dry Wash—Rough Dry—Family Finish Linen—Curtains—Blankets, Etc. EDHOLM & SHERMAN LAUNDERERS AND CLEANERS 24th Near Lake Street PHONE WE. 6055 night, the Feast of the Holy Inno- cents. Each child received a present and a generous box of candy. The adults present were also presented with boxes of candy. The customary services will be held Sunday at 7:30, 10, and 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. PERSONALS Ed. F. Morcarty, Lawyer, 700 Peters Trust Building, Jachmon 2841 or Harney 2156. Miss Madeline Shipman went to Kansas City, Mo., Monday night to spend a few days with her sister Thelma, who is taking the nurse training course at the Wheatley Provident hospital there. Mr. and Mrs. John A. Smith and daughter Celestine, left for Kansas City, Mo., Saturday to spend Christmas with friends. Mr. and Mrs. George Green of Sleepy Eye, Minn., were the house guests of Mrs. Otis Shipman, 2724 No. Thirtieth street, for the holidays. FOR RENT—Two modern furnished rooms, $2.50 to $3.50 with kitchen privileges. Webster 1529. A. P. SCRUGGS, Lawyer. Large experience. Handles all law cases. 2310 North Twenty-second street. WEbster 4162. Miss Corinne Ferguson came up from Lincoln, Nebr., Wednesday and is the house guest at the home of Miss Madeline Shipman. Mrs. Hattie P. Smith entertained a large number of young people at a dancing party Tuesday evening at her home, 2872 Binney street, in honor of the birthday anniversary of her daughter Marie. Many lovely presents were presented to Marie and a very enjoyable time was had by all attending the party. New Year Ball at Dreamland Hall. New Year's night, January 1. Dance from 10 to ? New Year Ball at Dreamland Hall, Year's night, January 1. Dance from 10 to ? Mr. Richard Simpson died Friday night after a long and painful illness, at his residence, 2878 Corby street. He was born in Bermuda where his mother and other relatives still reside. He had been a resident of Omaha for 18 years. He was buried from St. John's A. M. E. church Tuesday afternoon, the Rev J. H. Grant officiating, assisted by the Rev. Mr. Burckhardt and the Rev. C. H. Trusty. Interment was at Forest Lawn. Frank, Henry and Ernest Matthews of Missouri Valley, Ia., were holiday visitors in Omaha the past week. New Year Ball at Dreamland Hall, New Year's night, January 1. Dance from 10 until ? Dr. Craig Morris returned from St. Paul, Minn., Sunday night, where he was called last week by the serious illness of his father, David Morris. Dr. and Mrs. R. B. D. Dobson and small son, Robert, jr., of Sioux City, Ia., who arrived Sunday morning and were the house guests of Dr. and Mrs. W. W. Peebles for Christmas, left for their home Tuesday afternoon. The Carter Charity and Benevolent club held a Christmas tree at the residence of Mrs. Ardena Watson, 2718 No. Twenty-eighth avenue., Friday, December 23. Sixty-five children were made happy by the gifts received. Mrs. Lucille Henderson entertained a number of young people at a dancing party at her home, 2614 Blondo street, Saturday evening for her daughter Eula. Forty guests were present and spent a very pleasant evening. “There may be a wrong way to do right, but there is no right way to do wrong.” Y. W. C. A. NOTES The public is cordially invited to attend the New Year vesper service at the North Side Branch of the Y. W. C. A., Twenty-second and Grant street, Sunday, January 8, at 4 p. m. The subject "What the New Year Means to Me," will be generally discussed by all for the space of three minutes each. The following program will be rendered: Devotion, by Mrs. J. D. Thornton; Piano selection, by Mrs. Jennie N. Moore of Council Bluffs; Reading, "Man's Likeness to Me," by Mrs. Lillian Frieson; Whistling solo, "In the Garden," by Mrs. H. J. Kinney; Piano selection, by Miss Ellen Richardson; Solo, "I Never Knew How Much Gave Gave Me," by Miss Hazel Stewart; Piano solo, by Miss Marjory Dallas; Vocal duet, Mesdames Ruth Johnson and Hazel Roulette. Tea will be served during the social hour to everyone who attends. Mrs. Hiram Greenfield is chairman of the religious and general education committee. The ministers and their wives of the city, held their first annual banquet December 26, at the North Side Branch of the "Y." During the course of dinner, a very interesting program was rendered by the wives of the ministers. We hope that they will make it an annual affair at our branch. After a vacation of two weeks, the night school pupils and all others who care to come in, will come together again, Monday evening, January 2, for reopening. The usual subjects will be taught this semester. There are still openings in the public speaking class for a few more. This class is a very worth while investment, and is very practical in its scope. Register NOW! The annual party given during the holiday season for the children of the city, was held Tuesday afternoon, at the branch. There were about forty children present. After the games were played, refreshments were served and all went home rejoicing. MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE ENTERTAIN WIVES AT CHRISTMAS DINNER The Ministerial Alliance launched what it is hoped will be an annual affair Monday afternoon at the North Side Y. W. C. A., when they entertained their wives at a dinner. About 25 persons were in attendance. The idea was suggested by the Rev. Mr. Brewer, pastor of Allen chapel, of the South Side, at a recent meeting of the alliance, that he thought it would make for good fellowship and acquaintanceship, if an annual dinner for the ministers and their wives could be held some time during the week of Christmas. The idea was readily adopted and a committee, consisting of the Rev. Messrs. Brewer, Trusty, and Hamlett, was appointed to arrange for the dinner and to interest as many ministers as possible. The committee arranged for the dinner at the "Y" and it was served by the health-education committee. It was some dinner! Turkey and all the fixings. After doing justice to the dinner an interesting program of brief addresses and music was given. The Rev. John Albert Williams was selected to serve as toastmaster. Among the numbers was a humorous reading by Mrs. Brewer; a brief paper by Mrs. Fort; short talks by Mrs. E. H. McDonald, Mrs. McGee, Mrs. H. McDonald, Mrs. Trusty, all of whom were models for their husbands in brevity of speech, but whether their reverend spouses will take the hint and profit by the example set in their sermons and speeches hereafter, is open to question. Some did not profit by the example when they in turn were called upon by the toast-master to speak their speech. Among the men called on were the Rev Messrs. Burckhardt, Grant, Trusty, Story, McDonald, Fort and Brewer. While each speech was good, some short, some longer, the best speech by the men, in the judgment of most, was that by Rev. E. H. McDonald, and the best story was by Rev. Mr. Brewer. Musical numbers were contributed by Miss Frances Trusty and by Miss Lucy May Stamms. The benediction was pronounced by the Rev. L. M. Hamlett. It was voted by all present a very delightful affair, and heralded as marking a new epoch among the ministerial forces of our race in the city. FOR RENT—Two rooms, neatly furnished, strictly modern. Private kitchen and bath. The new James Apartments. Call at 2221 North Twenty-fifth street. Web. 3634. BEAUTIFUL STYLE SHOW HELD AT DREAMLAND HALL Dreamland hall was the scene of a very artistic and beautiful style show last Thursday evening, given by Mr. John A. Smith. These are always gala occasions. Models promenaded up and down an artistically decorated raised aisle in the center of the hall, to the strains of the Nite Owls' orchestra, displaying negligees, sport and street attire, afternoon and evening gowns, wraps and furs. Following the revue dancing was indulged in by the large number of people present. TINKHAM ADDRESS TO New York, N. Y.—The address to be delivered on January 8, by Representative George Holden Tinkham of Massachusetts before the annual meeting of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, will sound a political keynote vital to the Negro's immediate future in the United States, according to James Weldon Johnson, secretary of the association. "Mr. Tinkham has raised in congress the issue of the Negro's vote." THE MONITOR said Mr. Johnson, "and of Southern representation. He has based this issue squarely upon the fourteenth amendment and he contends that the Negro must be permitted to vote on the same conditions as all other citizens or Southern representation in congress must be reduced in accordance with the provisions of the fourteenth amendment. "Mr. Tinkham has long been championing this measure but never before has the time been so opportune for pushing it. The South is today clamoring for the complete enforcement of the eighteenth amendment, while it ignores and nullifies the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments. "Great sections of the East and West are pointing out this inconsistency of the South, and stating that if the eighteenth amendment is to be enforced upon them, there is no good reason why the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments should not be enforced throughout the South. The Southern leaders and politicians are thereby placed in a very embarrassing position which they have themselves brought about. "The N. A. A. C. P. feels it is extremely fortunate in being able to offer Mr. Tinkham its rostrum to place his views and this issue before the citizens of New York and the country." MRS. M. O. BOUSFIELD NAMED CHICAGO SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Chicago, Ill.-Mrs. Maude B. Bousfield, wife of Dr. Midian O. Bousfield, received notice recently of her appointment as principal of the Keith school, Thirty-fourth and Dearborn. Mrs. Bousfield has been holding the position of dean of girls at Wendell Phillips high school. She is to assume her new duties after the holidays. GUNMAN GETS CHAIR; EMPLOYER GETS 5 YEARS La Grange, Tex., Dec. 30—When his employer as a gunman finally broke down and confessed that she paid Pete Banks, Negro, a sum of money to slay her husband, C. P. Jones, Southern Pacific agent, he was sentenced to death in the electric chair. Mrs. Ella Jones testified that she hired Banks to commit the crime. A fifty-five year sentence imposed on Mrs. Jones, was reduced to five by a former governor of Texas. Citizens of La Grange think that an effort should be made to commute Banks' sentence to life imprisonment. Leading and influential white citizens think that the Negro was unduly influenced by the white woman to commit the crime and have taken steps to have the condemned man's sentence commuted to life imprisonment. —24 Hour Service— LINCOLN TAXI Funeral and Wedding Service LEROY CHILDS, Prop. Stand at PEAT'S CAFE 24th and Clark St. Give Us a Trial! WE.0500 We go farther and charge less CITY MESSENGER and EXPRESS COMPANY 2208 No. 24th St. FRED DAVIS, Prop. Let us go your errand and deliver your CHRISTMAS packages. Open from 2 p. m. until 2 a. m. KING YUEN CAFE CHOP SUEY and YETCAMEIN our hobby 2010 $ \frac{1}{2} $ No. 24th St. WE. 0401 OMAHA C. P. 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GROSS LUMBER & WRECKING CO. 2102 Nicholas Street WEbster 2234 Read the Messages of Our Advertisers REMEMBER, the prices at the Neighborhood Stores are the same during the Holidays as they are during the remainder of the year. SELECT YOUR GIFTS AT Thull P null Pharma Thull Pharmacy 24th and Seward Streets Between the light the Yuletide c of 1926 and 1927 w been deeply ap of the loyalty a of our many right hearti them an O Christ m Happu between the lighting of the Yuletide candles of 1926 and 1927 we have been deeply appreciative of the loyalty and support of our many friends, and right heartily we wish for them an Olde Tyme Merrie Christmas and a Very Happy New Year! Amen. M. Jenkins. M. PORO COLL SAINT LOUIS Between the lighting of the Yuletide candles of 1926 and 1927 we have been deeply appreciative of the loyalty and support of our many friends, and right heartily we wish for them an Olde Tyme Merrie Christmas and a Very Happy New Year. Anne M. 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Jenkins-Malus PORO COLLEGE SAINT LOUIS Phone Web. 0248 uneral Home times to meet the nically as well fically PAGE THRE WEbster 2000 PAGE FOUR Principle of Wheel Developed in China Models of two ancient Chinese war charlots based on bronze fragments, dating from about 500 years B. C. and fashioned in Peking, are on exhibition at the National museum, Washington. The models illustrate the development of the principle of the wheel, one of the cornerstones of civilization. The wheels of the Chinese war charlots illustrate the high degree of civilization reached by the orientals at that stage in their history. They were complicated wheels with long, protruding hubs and flanged spokes to prevent the charlots sinking very far in the mud. Whether they were drawn in battle by animals or by human beings it is impossible to determine, and probably both were used, depending on the circumstances. The fragments from which the wheels are modeled were found near Cheng Chow. Honan province, in archeological excavations in which Carl W. Bishop of the Freer gallery was associated. The two models were presented to the museum through the Freer gallery. They probably date from the Chow dynasty, about 500 B. C. The ancient Chinese warrior, the charlots show, went into battle with considerable ostentation, his head protected by a paper or silk umbrella, much like umbrellas on farm wagons. -New York Post. Listener Not Taking Anything for Granted A big mass meeting was being held in Blimville. The well-groomed and slick-looking individual who was trying to separate the town from its money arose to make a few remarks. "Fellow citizens" he opened up, "apropos—" "Jist a minute, mister," said a smallish, sandy-whiskered man. A look of annoyance crossed the speaker's face. "What can I do for you?" he asked. "I have here a pocket edition of Webster's dictionary and I want to look up that word 'apropos.' I don't intend to sit here and let some oily-tongued stranger slip one over on us." "Oh, that'll be all right," replied the speaker. "Now, that word to which you refer means—" "Never mind what it means," enjoined the little man. "I'm looking it up, I let a smooth talker sell me a unicycle one time. He said it was the last word in conveyances, and when I paid the freight on it from Chicago, I found I had purchased a wheelbarrow." — St. Louis Globe-Democrat. Check Was Inside A farmer's son went to the post office and brought home to his father at Garnell, Mont., a letter containing a check for $9.72 in settlement for a mislaid shipment. Unfortunately dad dropped the letter with the check within the reach of a pet lamb and the best he could do was to rescue the envelope. Returning what was left to the claim agent of the express company, he wrote: "Can't you stop payment on that check and issue another and I give you a statement that the check was destroyed?" Then he added: "The lamb is still alive and has $9.72 on deposit."—Human Interest. What Is It? Foolish questions provoke foolish replies. One Sunday forenoon the primary teacher was not present at Sunday school. A substitute, not trained in primary methods, agreed reluctantly to teach the class. Many of his questions, of course, were too complex for his young audience. After class he told the following story, which revealed his error as much as the unusual reply made by a child: "What is life?" he asked the one interested child in the class. "I don't know what it is," replied Bobby, "but when you haven't got no more of it you're dead." Learned the Truth The grandmother who was summering beside a lake with some of her little grandsons had a twinkle in her eye. "I thought when I first came here that I was tremendously popular with the little boys," she said. "Nearly every hour one or the other of them invited me to go rowing with him. Then I discovered that their mother did not permit them to go out In the boat unless an older person was with them. After learning that fact, I was not quite so puffed up over my popularity." A Different Way A little girl went to stay with her aunt, and gravely watched her saying her prayers the first morning. When the aunt rose to her feet again the child said: "Auntie, do you say your prayers now as well as at bedtime?" "Of course," said auntie "don't you?" "No, I say my prayers at bedtime and in the morning I do breathing exercises." That woman who got a black eye while trying to get close to the counter in a Milwaukee bargain sale obviously got more than she bargained for—Farm and Fireside. Subscribe for THE MONITOR Omaha’s Old Reliable Race Weekly $2.00 a Year PRIZES FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS Three Awards of $100, $65, and $35 Offered for Papers on Race Relations The Commission on Interracial Cooperation, with headquarters in Atlanta, Ga., announces the offer of three cash prizes of $100, $65, and $35, respectively, for the best papers on the subject of race relations submitted by students of southern colleges during the present school year. According to the announcement, contestants will be free to choose any phase of the subject, but other things being equal preference will be given to practical discussions of prevalent conditions and attitudes, with suggestions for their improvement. Further information as to the contest, together with suggestions as to topics and sources may be had from R. B. Eleazer, educational director, 409 Palmer building, Atlanta, Ga. WILL OF DR. McCLELLAN BEING SOUGHT BY HEIRS St. Louis, Mo., Dec. 29—The death of Dr. John W. McClellan, said to have been one of the wealthiest physicians in this state, last Saturday a week ago, has caused considerable excitement among those supposed to be mentioned in the late physician's will. A frantic search is being made for the document. Dr. McClellan is said to have left an estate estimated at $150,000. He is believed to have bequeathed $100,000 to Fisk university and Howard university at which institutions he received his training. Dr. McClellan was aged 57 years and a bachelor. Attorney Robert N. Owens said he drew the only known will of Dr. McClellan last March 16. The will was not found in the dead physician's safe nor at the two banks where he did business. Attorney Owens said that he was considering probating a copy of the will, which he has, if the original is not found. Attorney Owens said, should no will be probated, the estate, under the law, would go to the doctor's five brothers and one sister. Dr. Oral McClellan said he knew nothing of his brother's will, but said he thought it likely the money would go to the universities, and he believed relatives would not oppose this. Washington, D. C., Dec. 30—Howard university officials were without any information last Saturday concerning the bequest made by the late Dr. John W. McClellan, of St. Louis, Mo., and knew nothing about a will. A dispatch from the deceased physician's brother, Dr. Oral McClellan, informed the officials of the school of the doctor's death. Officers of the university say that records show that Dr. McClellan was born December 12, 1870, in Tennessee, and he attended school in Lowell, Kans. He obtained his bachelor THE MONITOR of arts degree from Fisk university in 1899 and his doctor of medicine degree from Howard in 1909, and that while here he had an exceptionally fine record. It is said that Dr. McClellan recently evidenced his interest in the schools by placing $1,000 to the endowment fund of the school of medicine of Howard university. Among the late physician's holdings in Missouri are a commercial building at 2607 Lawton avenue, a 40-acre farm on Sappington road near Big Bend, where he is said to have made considerable money each year raising fine thoroughbred hogs, and his beautiful residence in St. Louis. LINCOLN, NEBRASKA A public installation of officers of Amaranth Chapter No. 3, and Princess Hattipha Chapter No. 8, Order of Eastern Star, was held in Masonic hall Thursday night, December 22. Past Patron W. R. B. Alexander installed the officers. Mrs. Ada Holmes as royal matron of Anaranth No. 3; Mrs. Evelyn Johnson, royal matron of Princess Hattipha No. 8; L. J. Gordon, patron. After the installation, a musical and literary program was rendered. Mrs. Lulu B. Alexander was toastmistress. Mr. William U. Johnson and Mrs. Lulu Jones of Chicago are spending the holidays here with their mother, Mrs. Laura Johnson. Mr. Paul L. Moore, who is confined to his bed at his home on South Eighth street, is reported on the mend. All churches will hold watch meetings on Saturday night, Dec. 31. Mrs. Carrie Pullen is reported somewhat improved. Begin the new year by paying for The Monitor. Mrs. Anna Ray was found unconscious in a rear room of her cafe at 233 Ninth street, late Monday afternoon, by Wendell Curtis and Mrs. Green. Groans were heard coming from a locked door, which was kicked in. A gas jet was found wide open. Mrs. Ray was rushed to the hospital where she is thought to be in serious condition, but the doctors think she will overcome it. Cornhusker Lodge No. 579, I. B. P. O. E. of W., is to be commended for the act they did in making numbers of children of our group happy by assembling them at their headquarters Monday afternoon and presenting them with Christmas gifts, candy, nuts, etc. The little folks had a joyous afternoon. A number of widows and older persons were treated to a fine turkey dinner. The day Early morning services at Mount Zion Christmas day were nicely attended. The pastor delivered a most interesting sermon at 11 a. m., "The Significance of Christmas," followed by regular services the balance of the day. A nice program by the little folks was rendered Saturday in connection with the Christmas tree. At Quinn chapel Sunday, Christmas day, Rev. Mr. Knight delivered a Christmas message to his people. "The World's Santa Claus." At night the choir presented a Christmas cantata, "Prince of Peace." The Christmas tree was enjoyed by the younger folks. OFFERS PRIZES FOR ESSAYS BY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS The Commission on Interracial Cooperation, with headquarters at 409 Palmer building, Atlanta, Ga., announces the offer to American high school students of three prizes of 50, 30, and 20 dollars, respectively, for the three best papers on "America's Tenth Man," submitted on or before April 1st, 1928. The purpose of the offer is to interest students in a brief study of the Negro's part in American history, which, according to the commission, has been much more interesting and creditable than is generally supposed. The commission has prepared suggestions and data for the use of those desiring to submit papers, and invites inquiries from principals, teachers and students who may be interested. DR. H. HARRISON, LEADER AND WRITER IS DEAD New York City, Dec. 29—Dr. Hubert Henry Harrison, a widely known race leader, writer, author and lecturer at leading white universities, died Saturday a week ago following a minor operation at the Bellevue hospital. For many years Dr. Harrison was a prominent figure in the socialist movement in this country and was much admired for his oratorical gifts. When the movement changed front and became communistic, Harrison pulled out. During recent years he devoted much time to writing instructive historical articles for race papers about the race. He is said to have been one of the best informed men in New York City on historical, philosophical and economic matters. Samuel Middleton WEbster 6035 Phone ATlantic 9344 Res. 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