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AN ADVERTISEMENT IN THE TRIBUNE IS A DIRECT PERSONAL APPEAL TO COLORED PEOPLE VOLUME II. NO. 47 GREAT JOURNALIST RICHARD W. THOMPSON GOES TO HIS REWARD WASHINGTON, Feb. 18.—Richard W. Thompson, one of the best known newspaper correspondents in the country, died here Friday night, Feb. 12, following an operation at Freedman's hospital. Mr. Thompson had been confined to his home for some time, suffering from a nervous breakdown. He leaves his wife and daughter. Mr. Thompson began his newspaper career with the Indianapolis Freeman, and for a number of years conducted Thompson's News Bureau. He had been connected with the United States government for a number of years and was one of the chief assistants to Dr. Emmett J. Scott, special assistant to the secretary of war, during the world's war. TUCSON (By Mrs. Wm. Blakeley) Rev. S. E. Newell, pastor of Mt. Olive Baptist chuch at Prescott, and a frequent visitor to Tucson, was in the city a few days last week on business. Mrs. Dora Merrill, who was reported ill last week, has completely recovered and is able to resume her duties. Mrs. Pearl Green of 311 East Sixth street is reported on the sick list. We hope for her speedy recovery. The Women's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of Mt. Calvary Baptist chuch met Thursday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. H. J. Hayes and spent an hour in Bible study. Following the Bible study and transaction of business delicious refreshments were served by the genial hostess and enjoyed by all. During the afternoon the guests were delightfully entertained with music on the Victrola. Next Thursday the society will meet with Mrs. Carl A. Hardy, 534 North Fifth avenue. Mrs. Hattie Fisher, vice-president; Mrs. B. M. Williams, secretary. The Spanish dinner given at the home of Mrs. Jas. Foster in E. Sixth street for the benefit of the North Side Ladies' Aid, was a delightful social event and a financial success. Miss Hazel Watson, daughter of Mr. P. Watson, who has been attending school in El Paso, is expected to return this week to recuperate from recent illness. The Valentine social given by the W. H. & F. M. S. Friday evening at Mt. Calvary Baptist church was a complete success. A feature of the evening was a debate which had to be postponed on account of one of the participants being called to meet the railroad employees concerning the strike which is now pending. Complimentary to Mrs. W. D. Alexander of Prescott, Mrs. H. Banks of 141 North Seventh street entertained with a charming dinner party Sunday afternoon. A sumptuous repast was served and all enjoyed the feast. Covers were laid for Mrs. W. D. Alexander, honor guest, Rev. J. H. Humphrey and Mrs. Mayme Jones. The Phoenix Tribune has made its way into many homes in Tucson and is growing in popularity. Five hundred subscribers from Tucson by April 1, that's what we shall report. Are you a subscriber? If not, join the happy throng. Order through local agent, Mrs. Wm. Blakeley, 104 East Fifth street. Mr. Advertiser The Tribune is read by practically every Colored family in Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, and Tempe. ```markdown ``` It also has a wide circulation throughout the State of Arizona as well as in New Mexico, southwest Texas and other states. Do You Want This Trade? (By Mrs. S. Wilhite) Last week the H. T. Needle and Art club met with Mrs. N. Yeager and the ladies spent a pleasant afternoon. Mrs. E. C. Simpson was agreeably surprised with a birthday party by the ladies and honorary members of the H. T. club. She also was the recipient of many beautiful and useful presents, among them being a player-piano. Complimentary to Miss Wilhite, Mrs. N. Yeager entertained a number of her friends at her home last week. The fine weather we are enjoying calls for outings. Mrs. N. Yeager and a number of her friends were out kodaking Sunday. Rev. Lewis, pastor of the Baptist church at Flagstaff, was a visitor in the city last Friday. RAY (By Archie Lewis) Little Ruby Van celebrated her fifth birthday February 14 with a jolly party at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Van. All of her little friends were present and after playing many games a luncheon consisting of pimento sandwiches, hot chocolate, cake and candy was served. All had a delightful time. Mr. and Mrs. Walter McKelvey left last Thursday for Waco, Tex., where they will make their future home. Mr. J. A. Lewis, who has a large building contract at Superior, spent Sunday in Ray with his family. Mr. Ruben Reed was confined to his home a few days last week with rheumatism. He was able to resume work this week. Mr. Wm. P. Crump motored to Phoenix last Sunday to visit his family. Mr. Burkes, a recent arrival from Hayden, has accepted a position at the Yeninine restaurant. The pupils of Sunny Side school gave an entertainment and recital February 12. A pleasing program was rendered and many were present to enjoy it. Mr. Parker of Tempe arrived in camp last week and soon after his arrival was taken ill. He is staying at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Frank Smith, and is being attended by the company physician. Mrs. J. A. Lewis entertained last week with a 10 o'clock breakfast. Her guests were Mesdames Archie Lewis and L. C. Reese. Little Arnold Smith entertained his little friends at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Smith on last Sunday. The event being in honor of his third birthday, Ice cream and cake were served and the little fellows had a jolly time. Frank Smith, employed at Ray Con. No. Two change house, is Sunny Side's champion trapper. He caught two more gray foxes last week, but when he went to put them in the cage with "Kate", the gentleman fox with a lady's name, he accidentally left the door open and "Kate" beat a hasty retreat towards the setting sun. "Kate" seems to have taken the saying: "Go west young man", very seriously and acted accordingly. Mr. Smith still has two foxes left and has named them Jack and Jill. Mr. Smith says he will have a fox farm yet. L. S. Cates, former general manager of the Ray Cen, spent a few days in camp last week visiting old friends and inspecting the plant and mines here. "Yours truly" celebrated his twenty-sixth birthday on January 26, last. Mrs. Ada Hinton, mother of Archie Lewis, has been seriously ill at her home in Los Angeles, with influenza. She is now out of danger and is slowly convalescing. Some of the most delicate gems of sweetness and harmony are often to be heard at some unexpected moment. Listen for these little sparklets. Speaking of real inspiration, real gems of beauty and melody. In short in the moments when you would criticize try to overlook the superb. Colored people are buying more automobiles, diamonds and gold rings and watches. There are even more possessors of the principle of the golden rule. ARIZONA'S GREATEST WEEKLY VOICE OF THE PEOPLE ```markdown ``` Editor The Tribune. Dear Sir: In looking over the Arizona Republican this morning I noticed an article regarding the plans submitted to the State Corporation Commission for a new union station for Phoenix. Referring to the edifice, its novel features, etc., the plans of which speak so much for the progressive city of the southwest I note the proposed building will have a general waiting room, 75x100 feet, three additional waiting rooms, one for men and one for women and a double waiting room for Mexicans and colored people. I wonder if the good thinking people of Arizona are going to take upon themselves the responsibility of extending the Mason and Dixon line to the capital city of this great state? God forbid that any such move is even contemplated. If it must be Jim-crow why not have four additional rooms and give us one and the Mexicans one? That would save the expense of building one more later. Colored men, register and vote. There's power in the ballot and the proper use of it will cause serious thought to the powers that be. PHOENIX CHURCHES W. J. CONQUEST, Pastor Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Christian Endeavor at 7 p.m. Come and worship with us, we will do you good. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH Corner 5th & Jefferson C. A. Gilmore, Pastor Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. Preaching at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. B. Y. P. U. meeting at 7 p.m. Everybody welcome to these services. C. M. E. CHURCH Sunday school at 10 a. m. Preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Epworth League at 6 p. m. A cordial welcome awaits you here. A. M. E. CHURCH Sunday school at 10 a. m.; preaching at 11 a. m. and 8 p. m. Y. P. S. C. E. meeting at 6 p. m. We invite you to come and worship with us. Strangers made welcome. NOTES FROM FORT GRANT STATE INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL (Br. Mrs. Roland C. Drwr) (By Mrs. Roland C. Dryer) On my recent visit to the school, I found that the Christmas gifts sent by the colored women of Phoenix arrived safely. They had a very nice Christmas and every boy and girl received a 'gift', also candy, nuts and fruit, these last three being a great treat. I saw the five colored boys who were then at Fort Grant several times, and they always had a friendly smile for me. The new boys' and girls' buildings are nearly completed and are buildings we can well be proud of. The last legislature, studying into the needs of the school, provided generously for buildings and repairs; but, unfortunately it did not allow a large enough amount for maintenance—clothing, food, and the like. Perhaps I am mistaken—this is my personal opinion—but I believe that the boys do not have enough of the nourishing kinds of food growing boys, working in the open, should have. I do not think they really go hungry, but the management would gladly provide a better table if it had the wherewithal. As far as I could see, the cooking was good. The last legislature made it a felony for a head of a state institution to overdraw his apportionment for any cause. Perhaps this is a good thing, but it makes it impossible for the superintendent to go beyond his allowance and later present his bill to the state. So we must all study the matter, and when the next legislature convenes, see that it allows plenty for the upkeep of the pupils. The pupils are better clothed now. The boys have uniforms for Sundays and special occasions. In February there were about 90 boys, two-thirds being Mexicans, five colored, several Indians; eighteen girls present. TRIBUNE PHOENIX, ARIZONA, FEBRUARY 21, 1920 FLAGSTAFF (By Reginald Jackson) Mrs. T. W. Garrison entertained her mother Mrs. Mary C. Davis, and Reginald Jackson at dinner last week. Turkey was the piece de resistance and all enjoyed the repast. Mr. J. H. Billingley desires to thank all who purchased a copy of the Life and Struggles of Geo. W. Billingley. He received $7.75 from the sale of the pamphlets and is truly grateful to all who gave. Mrs. W. L. Horne entertained last week in honor of her husband's birthday. A delightful surprise party was staged and everyone had a jolly good time. The chicken dinner given last week by members of the Baptist church proved a grand success. Seventh-three dollars and sixty cents was realized from the sale of edibles and this sum has been turned into the church treasury. Mrs. Sally Harper and Mr. Fred Polk were quietly married last Monday morning. The couple left immediately for the coast where they will spend their honeymoon. after days and months of patient waiting he had at last fallen upon a bit of scandal which played up properly would force his eyesore, the objectionable Rev. Samuel D. Harris, from the pulpit of Ebenezer. Sunday the church was crowded. The sermon was excellent. After the "collection" and just after the "announcements", Deacon Thompson, as usual, asked permission to say a few words." The request for "permission" was a mere form. The members were as used to this weekly talk from the deacon as they were to the sermon, the organ or the choir. From the look on his face, however, no one would have guessed that his heart carried the venom of a viper. Deacon Thompson had figured to the tenth of a second every detail of the ugly play he was about to stage. Now at last he was to have his sweet revenge upon a man whom he cordially hated for he really happened to know that Sister Hawkins had not been given one cent of credit on the church books with reference to the big rally. He really happened to know that the money had disappeared and that the responsibility could be legally traced to the preacher's door. "Now children," he began in a confidential manner that was the very quintessence of deceit. "I have been a deacon of this church twenty years. The most of you remember me as deacon of this chuch as far back as you remember anything. I got Ebenezer's welfare at heart. You all know that I believe in the straight thing. I don't believe in no crooked doings. You all know I always he to the line, don't care where the chips fall." It seems that of old our people have a love of platitude and we like to audibly encourage those who repeat them to us. "Truth, too," "amen" and "come on Thompson" were heard from many parts of the congregation as the deacon warmed up to his egotistical discourse on virtue and honesty. Somehow everybody began to feel that there must be something "dead up the branch"; began to smell scandal in the air and the human love for that commodity caused an almost breathless suspense by way of anticipation. FLURIBUS UNUM THE GAMBLER'S CHURCH (By Welborn Victor Jenkins) Deacon Thompson had always ruled Ebenezer with a rod of iron. The church finances, the church policy and the church government had felt his iron sway from years immemorial. The pastors one and all had had to do his bidding or else support their families upon the occasional crumbs that might happen to fall from his table. The deacon's board merely reflected the opinions and wishes of the lord high chancellor, Deacon Thompson. Probably his prestige proceeded from his great wealth. He owned three plantations, a gin house, a saw mill and a grocery store. The white folks did not bother him. All the colored people were afraid of him. He was the dictator of the community in general and Ebenezer in particular. Until the so-called "Gambier's Church" was founded upon that never to be forgotten Sunday. Ebenezer had carried the largest membership of any church in the association. They had had some very good pastors—good speakers and educated. And they had tried to please Deacon Thopmson, one and all; but sooner or later they had run counter to some of the deacon's wishes, whereupon they each and all had had to look for new fields and vineyards. So Ebenezer with the consent of 'the deacon had called the Rev. Samuel D. Harris to the pastorate. The deacon had given his overwhelming endorsement because of all men Rev. Harris seemed the most docile nor had any minister who had ever preached a trial sermon at Ebenezer appeared so meek and manageable. However, the deacon was doomed to meet in this the greatest disappointment of his life. Rev. Harris was anything else but soft clay. Beneath his gentle manners and undoubted piety was an opinionated soul and a rugged will hard and unyielding as granite. And while he instilled won the hearts of the entire congregation of Ebenezer, it seems that he and the deacon could agree upon nothing. Did the deacon want a certain rally on the first Sunday, Rev. Harris wanted it and had it on the second. Did the deacon suggest that the Sunday school picnic be held at Blue Lake, Rev. Harris wanted it and had it at Sandy Creek. Naturally enough, then the deacon began feeling that Ebenezer needed a new preacher. But for once the deacon found himself quite baffled. In a manner to say, Ebenezer was crazy about Rev. Harris. The children flocked after him, the young girls decorated his pulpit each Sunday morning with freshly cut flowers, the young boys feared, loved and respected him in a way that was unusual. His wife rarely found it necessary to prepare dinner of a Sunday. One member after another was constantly insisting upon their dining out. So the deacon had nursed his envy and pouted in the amen corner secretly wishing for something to turn up that would break the vast influence of such a popular preacher. He had not long to wait; it came at last. There was a big rally on for the raising of money to build a new brick church. The members were all divided off into clubs. From time to time the presidents of these clubs were supposed to report to the deacon's board. A certain Sister Hawkins had a club. She ran a restaurant and did not have time to come often to church as some of the members but she always sent in her dues promptly and remained in good standing. But for some reason she had not made any report from her club. Deacon Thompson dropped by one day to take her to task for her evident lack of interest in the rally. "We can't build this church unless you club members stay on the job." "Go 'long now, Deason'; Sister Hawkins had said. 'I was the first president to report. I sent in twenty-five dollars a month ago." "Twenty-five dollars! Ain't you mistaken? Who did you give it to?" mistaken? Who did you give it to? "I reckon I ain't mistaken," avered Sister Hawkins. "I give it to Brother Harris. I sent it on the last Wednesday night of last month. You remember it rained so hard that day but faired off about sunset. Brother Harris was here in the restaurant for over an hour waiting for the rain to stop." "I remember the day," said the deacon, simulating a churchly and official interest in the matter, but deep in his heart overjoyed at the fact that ```markdown ``` "Now children, I'm coming right to the point"—the deacon was in his happiest mood. His theme was to his own heart's delight. He had the inspiration which reflects from a large host of people—"I say I'm coming right to the point." "Sister Hawkins didn't I understand you to say that you sent twenty-five dollars from your club to be credited on the brick church rally? "Yes, sir. I sho sent it," was the instant reply from Sister Hawkins, sitting far back on the woman's side "No sir, Deacon. I have not done so because she has not sent twenty-five dollars to me by any one." "I did send twenty-five dollars," said Sister Hawkins, rising wrathfully to her feet and quite forgetting where she was. "I sent you twenty-five dollars on the last Wednesday night of last month and anybody that says I didn't tell a——" "Hold on Sisteh," said the deacon. "Don't forget where you are. Take your time. There's no hurry. Who GLOBE--MIAMI The O. E. S. is still adding members to the roll. Mrs. Brassfield is the latest addition to our number and all the members welcome her, gladly. Mr. and Mrs. M. N. Young attended the Christian Endeavor meeting at the A. M. E. church and report an enjoyable meeting. In loving memory of Sister Indiana Hobbs of Beatrice Chapter, No. 95, Roswell, N. M.: Our Sister has gone, She is only asleep, In a world unknown, Resting in Heavenly Peace, She has gone, she has gone. God has one link of our chain, He has taken her to Glory, Her influence still remain. Our chain has been broken, But God knows best. Asleep in Jesus, At rest, at rest. Sisters let's meet her, Prepare, oh prepare. Love the key of Heaven, Is prayer, sweet prayer. —Mrs. M. N. Young. MESA MESA (By Alphonso Robinson) Mr. Jack Lewis suffered an injury to his right eye last week. He was not seriously hurt and hopes soon to recover. Presiding Elder Rev. J. H. Allen held quarterly meeting Sunday at the A. M. E. church and will be present this evening to hold his quarterly conference. Rev. Wm. Hall preached last Sunday at the Mt. Calvary Baptist church and all enjoyed his discourse. Mr. G. Hall ahs changed his residence from Chandler to Mesa. We are pleased to have him with us. Mesa extends the hand of fellowship to all good citizens such as he. Mr. Will Brown has purchased a Buick six and is keeping the streets of Mesa hot. Mr. Samuel Wilson is teaching him to drive. Mrs. Scott of Lawrence, Kas., arrived in the city last week. The husband and son preceded her and had a place ready for her on her arrival. She was delighted to find both of them well. Colored people are flocking to this section every week. We are glad to have them and invite others to come. PARADOXICAL BUSINESS "Have you many sittings in your studio?" "Oh, yes; I have a number of standing orders." The property owning, tax paying race loving patriotic colored American is not the class to be found trailing around after every fangdangle of an ism of cism. If the average leader were to come in contact with the average man he is trying to lead he would have reason to marvel at the bigness of the task he has undertaken. did you send this money by? That's the main question." "Why Bro. Harris, that's who; and there he sits in the pulpit and knows I give it to him." "Bro. Clerk," said Deacon Thompson, with the poise of the master strategist that he was, "has the pastor given you any money from Sister Hawkins?" "No." said the clerk in tones of finality, "neither Bro. Harris nor anyone has given me any money at any time to be credited to Sister Hawkins. Again Sister Hawkins took the floor: "I don't understand how——" "Just wait Sister Hawkins. Sit down a minute," said the deacon, posing as a pacifier. "Bro. Harris looks like we got a dispute here that nobody can settle but you. Have you anything to say on the matter?" The dictator of Elbenezer had spoken. He who had held all the other pastors in the hollow of his hand now had this obstinate preacher exactly where he wanted him. Interest rose to fever heat. All eyes were turned upon the pastor as he slowly rose, came forward and leaned heavily upon the desk. He looked perplexed. He spoke in *p husky, tremulous tone of voice that could not have been heard had not a deathly stillness filled that great church. (Continued next week.) 5 CENTS A COPY; $2.50 a YEAR BLOODIEST OF ALL CONFLICTS COMING SAYS WRITER BLOODIEST OF ALL CONFLICTS COMING SAYS WRITER (By Associated Negro Press) NEW YORK, Feb. 18.—Prediction of a coming "bloodiest of all conflicts", in which the Negro will not fight on the side of the white man, is contained in an article by Marcus Garvey, editor of "The Negro World," in the issue of that publication dated January 17, 1920. The attention of the Department of Justice has been directed to this article, which is headed in four column lines: "All Negroes should pull together for a strong and united race." "The bloodiest of wars is yet to come and Negroes the world ovar should prepare themselves." DOUGLAS (By Rev. Major Jones) The concert given February 12 at Mt. Olive Baptist chuch was indeed a success. The little children under the able training of Miss Coleman did well and carried out their parts without a single hitch. Both the male and female quartet rendered splendid selections and received loud applause. Dr. Bryant sang a bass solo that won long applause and the recitation by Mrs. Filmore was indeed a rare treat. In fact, every number on the program was good and well rendered. Refreshments were served and a neat little sum of $41.04 was realized from the entertainment. Mrs. I. B. Stewart was quite ill last week bust is improving. She is now able to be out and we hope for her complete recovery. Mr. W. M. White of Fort Huachuca is here spending a few days with his wife who is ill. Mr. White is being warmly received by friends who knew him in the Ninth cavalry. He is noted as a ball player. Miss Bessie Jones was taken ill very suddenly last Thursday evening while returning from church, but is now improved. Dr. J. W. Bryant is the attending physician. Your reporter called at the residence of Rev. Edward Jones last Monday and on entering the house found the Reverend working with the stove and the room was filled with smoke. When asked why so much smoke he replied that his daughter Bessie had the flu. Mr. G. A. Reed and Mr. McAlaster were called to Tombstone last week for jury duty. We are pleased to note that colored men of Cochise county are qualifying as jurors. The Phoenix Tribune should be in every home in Douglas. There are over 300 colored citizens here and fully one-third of them never read race literature. Now is the time for us to put our shoulders to the wheel and prove to the world that we are loyal to each other. Support worthy enterprises of the race and by so doing we help ourselves while helping others. Every time you subscribe for the Tribune or any Negro publication you do just what the white man has said you wouldn't do. The Tribune is OUR PAPER and we should support it. Let us have your subscription now. Price $2.50 a year, $1.35 for six months, 5 cents per copy. Rev. Major Jones, local representative. Philosophy of a blockhead: "If you look好 spruce, you must never pine." IF YOU Want a Cook Want a Clerk Want a Partner Want a Situation Want a Servant Girl Want to Sell a Piano Want to Sell a Carriage Want to Sell Town Property Want to Sell Your Groceries Want to Sell Your Hardware Want Customers for Anything Advertise Weekly in This Paper. Advertising is the way to Success Advertising Brings Customers Advertising Keeps Customers Advertising Insures Success Advertising Shows Energy Advertising Shows Pluck Advertising Is "Biz" Advertise or Bust Advertise Long Advertise Well ADVERTISE At Once IN THIS PAPER SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1920. Personal, Local and Se Local and Society News Personal, Local and Society News OF THE STATE CAPITAL By R. L. S., Society E L. S., Society Editor Day Afternoon the meeting will be with Mrs. Dair at 3 o'clock, every- 1122 East Washington. Union Meetings Sunday Afternoon Sunday afternoon, 3 o'clock, everybody in Phoenix is urged to attend a meeting at the Second Baptist church, corner Fifth street and Jefferson. Eastern capitalists are here in the interest of Y. M. C. A. work and are willing to help the colored people of Phoenix build a Y., provided enough interest is shown in the meeting Sunday afternoon. Let's all go out and boost for a "Y" for our boys and young men. Several prominent speakers will address the meeting. Your presence is desired. New Lodge Organized On the evening of February 11th Organizer E. L. Flewellen, with the assistance of some of the brethren, set up a lodge of Sir Knights. Twenty-five charter members were present to be initiated into the mysteries of Knighthood. The new lodge has been given the name Mt. Tabor Temple No. 9. A Quiet Wedding Sunday afternoon, February 15th. Miss Beatrice Jackson and Mr. Geo. Parker were united in marriage by Rev. C. A. Gilmore at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Flewellen, 712 East Jefferson street. The bridde, a charming young lady, is a recent arrival from Los Angeles, Cal., and the groom is a local boy well known and quite popular among members of the younger set. After March 1st the newly-weds will be at home to their friends at the above address. Following is the program to be rendered by the Phoenix Literary Society Friday evening, February 20, at the C. M. E. church, corner Seventh street and Jefferson: Song .....Audience Invocation .....Rev. Sanford Miscellaneous quotations .....Audience Paper.....Mrs. W. C. Hackett Instrumental solo.....Mrs. M. White Recitation.....Mrs. C. Hamilton Selection.....A. M. E. Orchestra Current Events.....W. B. Hudspeth Question tox. 'Twas a Shame Friday night, February 13th, the first program of the Phoenix Literary Society was rendered at the A. M. E. church. The literary, vocal and musical numbers on the program were well rendered and every one enjoyed them. The interesting part of the program was the debate, "Resolved, that opportunities for the advancement of the Negro are better in the United States than in foreign countries." A. G. Shepperson and A. R. Smith presented the affirmative side of the question, while the Rev. J. Conley and W. J. Jones made a futile attempt to hold up the negative side of the question. The decision of the Refreshments served. Everybody invited. Admission free. On Sick List Mrs. Mary E. Scott has been confined the past week suffering with a severe cold. She is improving. Dunbar Club Members of the Dunbar Art and Literary Club met February 12th with Mrs. Elma Scaggs, 1216 East Madison and spent a pleasant hour. The meeting on the 19th will be with Mrs. Nita Gilbert at the residence of Mrs. Young. 23 1/2 North Tenth street. On the 26th X --- WESTCOTT The Car with a Longer Life Phoenix Literary Society M. L. BURKHEAD THE PHOENIX TRIBUNE-ALWAYS IMPROVING Is it beauty you seek? And delightful, restful riding? Would you be fond of a car sturdily free from ailments, and no friend of repair shops? Do road steadiness and easy steering appeal to you? And would you not find a thrill of enjoyment in power so flexible and mighty that with equal ease it can creep through traffic, reach racing speed with top up in twenty seconds, and from a standing start pass everything but aeroplanes up mountain grades? If these are your motor car ideals, you will find them to your heart's content in the newest Westcott Six, a welcome, amiable, gratifying car, so unusual in character that it stands out distinctly from other cars of its class. judges was four to one in favor of the affirmative. The winners, Sheperson and Smith, have been reliably informed that there resides in Prescott, Ariz., two people who honestly believe they know something about debating and a challenge is hereby issued to Prescott's best to come down to Phoenix and get their wings clipped. Prescott may select the subject and choose any side they wish, and Phoenix will take either side of the subject and clip Prescott's wings so close she will hardly be able to fly back to her mountain home. Do we hear an answer? Birthday Celebration Raymond Bell son of Rev, and Mrs. J. B. Bell, entertained seventeen of his little friends at a delightful birthday party given at his home last week. The youngsters had a delightful time and on departing wished Master Raymond Bell a happy birthday and many of them. Globe Visitors Mr. and Mrs. Bedford Taylor of Globe, Ariz., are business visitors in Phoenix this week. Mr. Taylor brought his wife over for the purpose of having her tonsils removed by Dr. Brownfield, the throat specialist. They have taken rooms at the residence of Mrs. C. S. V. Jones, 510 South Third avenue. Mr. Taylor is a former resident of this city and is thinking of changing his residence from Globe to this city. S. I. A. Club Meeting Ladies of the S. I. A. C. met Monday afternoon with Mrs. Chas. Ward and held an interesting meeting. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess, after which the meeting adjourned to meet next week with Mrs. Wm. Shannon, 38 North Eleventh street. Form Partnership Messrs. Frank L. Eckford and G. S. Rodgers have formed a partnership in the auto-repair business and are located at 39 South Second street. Both are graduates of the mechanical department at Tuskegee and have had several years' experience in the business. Mr. Rodgers also has a knowl- edge of blacksmithing, having conducted a shop at Corsicana, Texas, prior to coming here. These young men already have worked up a good trade and bid fair to become quite popular with automobile owners. Their work speaks for itself and all they ask is a chance to show you. Infant Son Passes Samuel Jofar; infant son of Mr. and Mrs. S. A. Jofar, of West Grant street, died Thursday evening, February 12, of pneumonia. The funeral was held Saturday afternoon, 3 o'clock, from the Merryman (undertaking parlors, Rev. M. Thompson, pastor of the C. M. E. church, officiating. Mrs. Fleming Indisposed Mrs. T. Fleming of 1113 East Jefferson street has been confined to her home the past few weeks with illness. She is being attended by Dr. W. C. Hackett and hopes soon to recover. Mrs. Conquest Arrives Mrs. W. J. Conquest, wife of the pastor of the local A. M. E. Zion church, arrived Monday from Los Angeles. To Prescott Mrs. Elizabeth Kendricks left Wednesday morning for Prescott, where she will spend several days visiting her daughter, Mrs. E. J. Blair, Home From California Rev. A. C. Caldwell is spending a few days in the city with his family. He has just returned from a tour of California. Second Baptist Church Large attendance is reported for both services at the Second Baptist church, Sunday. The collection for the day exceeded $60.00. Jim-Crow Waiting Room In the plans being drawn for the new union depot for Phoenix provision is made for "a waiting room for men and women and a large general waiting room for Mexican and colored persons." Whose idea is this? Did it originate in the minds of the architects or was it merely suggested by our erstwhile friend from the southland? We shall begin our fight now against this piece of treachery and intend to fight to the last ditch. --- HUNGER KNOWS NO ARMISTICE! 300,000 HOMELESS CHILDREN ARE FACING STARVATION IN THE NEAR EAST ARIZONA IS ASKED TO ADOPT 1000 ORPHANS YOU CAN HELP —by urging the adoption of one or more children by —YOUR LODGE —YOUR CHURCH ORGANIZATION YOUR SUNDAY SCHOOL —YOUR CLASS AT SCHOOL Fill out the coupon and return with check or money order for first month's subscription to Near East Relief, Phoenix National Bank Building, Phoenix, Arizona. $15 per month provides food, clothes, shelter and school $10 per month provides food, clothes and shelter $5 per month provides food FOR ONE ORPHAN PAGE THREE Debate, subject, "Resolved, that education is more conducive to the advancement of the Negro than finance. Affirmative: Julius H. Tubes and Miss Mabel Robinson. Negative: J. A. Green and Mrs. E. W. Forrest. Judges: Rev. Wm. Solly, C. C. Credille, Mrs. W. C. Hackett, Mrs. M. Thompson, B. Banks, F. C. Cleveland and R. J. Murray. NO ARMISTICE! S CHILDREN ARE NATION IN THE EAST ADOPT 1000 ORPHANS N HELP one or more children by ORGANIZATION SCHOOL T SCHOOL with check or money order to Near East Relief, Phoec- Phoenix, Arizona. --- Near East Relief, Phoenix Nat'l Bank Bldg., Phoenix, Arizona. I will give per month for the support of an Armenian orphan. Name Street Address City State PAGE FOUR LOCAL NEWS LOCAL NEWS Unique Club Meeting Members of the Unique Club met Sunday afternoon with Mrs. Emma L. Porter Clayton, 1122 East Washington street and enjoyed a very interesting meeting. Three visitors were present: Prof. P. Landry, Mr. G. S. Rodgers and Mrs. Annie Maroney. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess and greatly enjoyed by all. The meetings of the club will be held first and third Sundays in each month. From Prescott Mr. and Mrs. L. A. McCarty, Messrs. J. Tull and Wilbur Dunlap of Prescott arrived in Phoenix Sunday night for a brief visit. The gentlemen returned to the Mile High City Monday but Mrs. McCarty remained for a week's visit with friends. She is the house guest of Mrs. B. Smith, 201 East Van Buren street. From Huachuca Mr. Milton Guy, a former resident of this city, but recently of Fort Huachuca, arrived in the city last week and has decided to stay. He has accepted a position with the Nash Motor company and has taken rooms at 121 South Eighth street. An entertainment par excellence will be given Friday night, February 27, by the Silver King Club at the Second Baptist church. This will be the banner entertainment of the season and your presence is desired. Grand Recital Phoenix people will have an opportunity to hear a noted elocutionist Thursday evening, February 26, at the A. M. E. church when Mrs. H. G. Jefferson of Leavenworth, Kas., will appear in recital. Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson are visiting in the city and upon the request of friends Mrs. Jefferson has consented to favor us with a selection before returning home. As a dramatist and elocutionist Mrs. Jefferson ranks high, and Phoenix is indeed fortunate to have the privilege of hearing her. February 26 is the date and the A. M. E. church is the place. You are invited. Just say "I saw your advertisement in the Tribune." It will work wonders. Home From Casa Grande Mr. Alfred Hart returned this week from a brief visit to Casa Grande and Florence. Mr. Hart states that he was royally entertained by Mr. and Mrs. Lucas Leos, proprietors of the Florence, and that on every hand he noted signs of prosperity. He also had the pleasure of meeting Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Moore, who were recently married in that city, and are old acquaintances of Mr. Hart's. Alto together Mr. Hart states he had a delightful trip and expects to pay another visit to that section real soon. Mrs. Wiggins Indisposed Mrs. Lilly Wiggins of 1038 East Moreland street is reported on the sick list this week. Navel Entertainment Stewardess Board No. 2 of the C. M. E. church will give a Rock of Ages Pantomine Friday evening, February 27, at this church. Light refreshments will be served by the ladies. Don't miss this big treat. Everybody invited. Admission 15 cents. Mrs. W. J. Jones president, Mrs. N. E. Hamilton secretary. Wm. Pace Recovered Mr. Wm. Pace has recovered from his recent illness and is able to resume his place at his desk. CARD OF THANKS We employ this means to express our thanks for the loving kindness and sympathy shown us by our many friends during the recent illness and death of our son, Samuel Jofar. We wish especially to thank you for the many beautiful floral offerings. S. A. JOFAR. Father. Ladies' Aid Society The Ladies' Aid Society of the A. M. E. church is doing splendid work. This society has made several substantial donations to the pastor and trustees and still has more than $39 in the treasury. Much credit is due these ladies for their good work. Liars are so plentiful. In every public place we find them. Always busy with the big I. Always telling of some wonderful act or conversation in which they recently starred. So often, to hear them tell it, have they called down the superior or man above. The great misfortune is that they never tell of their great act before people that can bear witness. BALTIMORE, Md.——Leading Colored citizens here are making an effort to have a Colored assistant superintendent of schools named and a Rabe man appointed on the school board. They are also urging the appointment of Colored health wardens, doctors and dentists for the Colored schools and visiting nurses. Certain landholders in Scotland are bound, under monetary penalties, to marry at the king's command. Patronize Tribune advertisers. The GREEN VEIL BY ADAM BREEDE COPYRIGHT It was one of those rare days—a light breeze mingled with sunshine to put plenty of enthusiasm in one—when Madge Morris and Ena Ferris alighted from the daily passenger train at a little station in Colorado. "Isn't it grand," said Madge; "it makes me feel just as though I want to shout for joy." "Why don't you," said Ena; "there doesn't appear to be anybody about to prevent it." The two girls noted the stage that was to take them twenty-five miles across the country to Tampa. They saw to it that their baggage was placed safely aboard the rough looking vehicle and they were anxious for the stage to be on its way. "Where's the driver?" Madge asked of the station agent. "Who, Highland Shorty?" responded the railroad official. "He's in the hospital at Denver having a couple of bullets removed from his anatomy. He didn't stick his hands up quick enough TECHGRAPH OFFICE NÉRAL STORE "Who, Highland Shorty?" to suit a fellow so he got pumped full of lead. Young Charles Rodgers is taking his place on the high seat. Here he comes now." Madge and Ena looked at each other slightly startled, but said nothing. As the girls turned in the direction the station agent indicated they saw a boyish looking figure jump from the street onto the station platform. He looked still in his teens, and whistled merrily as he loaded the stage and threw the mall on the driver's seat. "How soon does the stage go?" Madge asked the driver. "In about five minutes." As Madge and Ena climbed into the diapidated vehicle a large, fat woman with arms filled with packages opened the door and said, "Is this the stage for Tampa?" Upon being informed that it was, she tossed her bundles onto the seat and climbed in. Charles Rodgers was anything but an experienced stage driver, and he looked it. He had come from Omaha to Colorado to breathe the pure mountain air and "build up his constitution," as he put it. He accepted the first position offered which was clerking in a store, then when Highland Shorty got shot, young Rodgers applied for the position as stage driver and got it. He felt little concern about highwaymen because he was assured that the pay roll for the mines would never be sent by stage again since the highwaymen had made such a success of it when they rode away with the last shipment and left Highland Shorty badly wounded, so it gave him a feeling of importance to sit on the high seat and crack his whip over the four horses as they trotted along. When the three women were inside, the youthful driver mounted his seat and cried, "Gid-ap!" The creaky old vehicle gave a great lunge that threw Ena out of her seat and into the fat woman's lap. "That's all right; you didn't hurt me none," said the woman of weight as Ena straightened her hat and apologized. Madge had caught herself and was laughing merrily at the mix-up. "These measly drivers are all alike," said the fat woman, addressing no one in particular. "They're a careless, good-for-nothing lot and don't think of anybody but themselves. Just listen to that fellow whistle; little he cares whose neck he breaks by his careless driving." "But everything is all right now," Madge said, "and it's such a grand morning I can't blame him for whistling. I feel that my myself." Madge Morris, the only child of milk- And let his Hogship's vision soar He spied his shadow right away Now we'll have winter six weeks more. THE PHOENIX TRIBUNE—ALWAYS IMPROVING Honaire Harry Morris, had a slim, soft figure, cameo features, raven black hair, and big soft blue eyes. Her type of beauty she had inherited from her mother who had died before the girl was old enough to remember. Madge had many of her father's strong characteristics—principally self-determination and pride. The paternal inheritance appeared plainly in her strong and graceful carriage. Ena Ferris, Madge's closest companion for six years, was a charming girl. Her parents had lost their lives on the coast of British Columbia when an Alaskan excursion boat struck a rock and went to the bottom. At that time Ena was a guest at the Morris home and Mr. Morris insisted that she remain as a companion for his only child. Ena was a typical blonde, event-tempered and sunshiny. It was not long before the two girls knew that their companion had lived in the mountains thirty years, was a widow with a daughter, that she had just sold her restaurant in a mining camp, and that she was going to Tampa to buy a hotel. Madge became completely absorbed by her surroundings. She loved the trees, the streams, and the mountains, and it kept her little head bobbing in her efforts not to miss seeing things. When the stage ran along Grand river, Madge cried out, "Oh, isn't it beautiful! No wonder they call it Grand river. Such a beautiful stream running so swiftly, and yet so quietly!" "Yes, it's a nice river," said the stout woman, "but it is the most treacherous stream in the country. Just a short time ago three boys were caught in its quicksand and drowned. And every once in a while people lose their lives while trying to ford it." As Madge looked down the canyon she could see a continuous swirling and churning of water rushing swiftly from side to side. High, rugged cliffs lined the stream on the east, while jagged rocks kept it within its bounds on the western border. "What are you dreaming about now?" asked Ena. "I wasn't dreaming," replied Madge; "I was just thinking what a great hurry that water seems to be in to join the Colorado in its made race down the Grand Canyon of Arizona." Promptly at twelve the stage came to a halt at Doby ranch, the driver announcing that dinner could be had at the ranch house. As the passengers had lunched en route, they alighted to walk around and note how quickly the four tired horses were unhitched and exchanged for fresh ones. "Aren't you afraid of highwaymen?" asked Madge of the driver when he emerged from the ranch house and started for the stage. "Not at all," was the prompt reply, somewhat proudly. "But," he continued, "there is one bad place in the road, about five miles from here—it's the place where Highland Shorty got held up and I always feel a little safer after I get by that point. You will know when you get there for I have to slow down as we wind around the curves. You see that big Finger rock down there; well, it's just this side of that." If he had deliberately planned to frighten his passengers he could not have selected a better way, but they showed no signs of fear. However, Madge unconsciously felt her hand steal to her small revolver in her coat pocket. There were three silent figures in the stage as it rattled along at the lively pace the fresh horses struck. They repeatedly looked at Finger rock. It was plain that all were thinking along the same line. Suddenly the driver stopped whistling, the horses halted to a walk, and the rattling old coach died into a grating squeak. With a jerk the stage stopped dead. Two masked horsemen with raised rifles blocked the way. Instantly the driver's hands went straight above his head. Before the passengers realized what they were doing, the three stood beside the old vehicle with hands up. A clear, silver laugh echoed and reeched through the canyon. "Well, what do you know about that?" ejaculated the taller of the masked horseman as his laugh died. He looked at his companion and slipped his rifle in its scabband and dismounted. He wore high-topped leather boots, corduroy trousers, a fannel shirt, felt hat, and a green veil. His companion was dressed in a similar fashion but had his features covered with a black veil. "We never molest ladies," said the man in the green veil. "I guess we will have to let you pass." Then, stepping directly in front of Madge he noted the small revolver that was held tightly in her hand above her head. "Pardon me," he said, "but before we go I guess I better make sure of our get-away by taking that little gun for a souvenir." Reaching up and gently taking the little revolver he quickly put his hand into his pocket and took out a small automatic revolver, removed the cartridges, slipped them into his coat, and placed his revolver in Madge's hand. There are just as many bad Negroes now as then, but they are becoming more clever. Therefore, less apprehensible. $140,000 Sickness and Accident Insurance That's the amount of business we have written in Arizona during the past twelve months. Not a single complaint from any transaction and not one dissatisfied customer on our list. —and the principal one is the fact that WE PAY ALL CLAIMS PROMPTLY. What's Your Time Worth? What's Your Time Worth? Name your salary. We will pay your income for Six Months should you be disabled by sickness or accident from any cause. We pay if you live and pay if you die. You can't lose. Policies issued to women and men of all Nationalities in all occupations at the same low cost. 1302 East Jefferson St. BALTIMORE, Md.-The Y. M. C. A. has just passed its first anniversary in its $100,000 home, 1619 Druid Hill avenue. It is filling a much needed place in social and moral life of the people. Not only do large numbers gather there to enjoy its privileges, but those interested in various community-uplift projects meet there to map out their work. The work of the association has made a big advance during the six years S. S. Booker has been executive secretary. Cardinal Gibbons says: "I am profoundly interested in the success of the effort to arouse public interest for the immediate relief of the unfortunate people of the Near East. The appaling tales of massacre and famine appeal to humanity and so I cannot urge too strongly the duty of immediate relief. It is a duty that rests upon every Christian people and our own country cannot fail to recognize and heed it." Mrs. Frank Hall of 334 East Fifth street is again herself, after a few weeks' illness. Mrs. C. C. Simmons of 332 East Fifth street is convalescing from a recent attack of illness. Mr. Delos Pierce, who was forced to quit work because of illness, is again at work. Mrs. Emma Grant of 92 West Congress street, recently returned to the city, following a two weeks' vacation spent in Prescott. RALEIGH, N. C.—One hundred and fifty Colored school supervisors, representing Virginia and North Carolina, arrived here for the conference of the Jeanes and Slater Foundation groups of the two states. Among the most prominent was James H. Dillard, of Charlottesville, Va., president of the Jeanes and Slater boards; Jackson Davis, of Richmond, Southern director; Arthur D. Wright, of Richmond, and State Agent C. C. Caldwell, of Louisiana, and others. ANNOUNCEMENT Mrs. R. W. Washington, 1421 East Van Buren street, Phoenix, Arizona, wishes to announce to readers of The Tribune that she is agent for Scott's Official History of the American Negro in the World War. Emmett J. Scott, A. M., LL. D., formerly Special Assistant to Secretary of War; for eighteen years private secretary to the late Booker T. Washington; now secretary of Tuskegee Institute; secretary-treasurer of Howard University, Washington, D. C., and the only man to write an Official History covering every phase of the great work done by the Negro Race and its heroic leaders in their untiring efforts to help win the War, and make the world safe for Democracy. Scott's history is the only book written by the Negro, of the Negro, for the Negro, and is the only Official History published. Furthermore, it is the only Negro War History indorsed by the leading Negro organizations of the country. Mrs. Washington has begun canvassing and hopes to place a copy in every home. Cloth binding, $2.90; Morocco, $3.75. Postage extra. Mail orders receive prompt attention. Phone 2079 and agent will call. Mrs. R. W. Washington, 1421 East Van Buren St., Phoenix, Arizona. — Advt. A. R. 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