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ARIZ. UNIV. LIB. DEC 5 1925 Arizona American (Magazine Supplement to The Phoenix Tribune) Replete With Information About Phoenix and the Southwest FIRST COLORED BAPTIST CHURCH S. E. COR. 5TH & JEFFERSON STS. PHOENIX ARIZONA New $20,000 First Colored Baptist Church of Phoenix ELMER E. BURKHALTER, D. D., Pastor PUBLISHED BY THE TRIBUNE PUBLISHING COMPANY A. R. SMITH, Pres. and Gen. Manager PHOENIX, ARIZONA Price Ten Cents Vol. VIII., No. 367 Page Ten Did You Ever Stop To Think? That the merchant who appreciates the Negro business will advertise in a Negro Newspaper and "vice versa." Read the advertisements in The Tribune and spend your money where you are welcome. It Will Indicate Self-respect Valuable Information Awaiting HELEN VANCE Write Box 1052 Phoenix, Ariz. CORRECT ENGLISH MONTHLY MAGAZINE Authoritative Exponent of English for 24 years. Edited and founded by Josephine Turck Baker Famous World Authority on English Send 10 Cents for Sample Copy Correct English Publishing Co. Evanston, Illinois Agents Wanted Everywhere --- ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Local Happenings Back from Convention The Rev. and Mrs. Elmer E. Burkhalter returned a short time ago from Baltimore, Ma., where they went to attend the National Baptist Convention. They report a very delightful trip. Improve Their Property Mr. and Mrs. E. S. P. Dawson, 1002 East Fillmore street, have treated their house to a new coat of paint which adds to the beauty and attractiveness of this cozy little bungalow. ```markdown ``` Steadily Improving Mrs. Cora L. Moore 21 East Madison street, who the past several months has been confined to her bed, is reported to be improving. ```markdown ``` Able to Leave Hospital Mrs. Alexander, who a short time ago underwent a successful operation at a local hospital, has been removed to her home and soon will be able to resume her duties. ```markdown ``` Home from Vacation Mrs. T. Holly of 925 East Washington street, has returned from a pleasant vacation spent with relatives in Kansas and Missouri. ```markdown ``` Here From Texas Miss Odell Hammons of Fort Worth, Texas, a niece of Mrs. W. C. Hackett, is the winter guest of her aunt and is attending High school. Dr. Harbert Returned The Rev. R. H. Harbert has been returned as pastor of the local A. M. E. church, and has entered upon his work at this station. Several New Teachers The colored Grammar schools have several new teachers this year, and everything is moving along nicely in educational lines. Purchase Closed Car Dr. A. A. McDonald is the proud owner of a new Buick coupe, which reflects the dignity of his profession. Indisposed The Rev. Wm. Solly, 607 E. Jefferson, has been indisposed the past several days, but is improved. There are eleven colored male and five female ticket and station agents for steam railway companies. We have 297 males who are employed as ladies' valets, and they probably earn their salaries. Direct Personal Appeal An advertisement in the Tribune is a direct personal appeal to Colored people. Consider each advertisement as a personal invitation to visit the establishment represented, then Go Where You Are Invited The Arizona Laundry Phone 6539 Cor. Adams & 3rd St. Phoenix, Arizona The Laundry with a Reputation "White Autos" --- DEDICATION AND TWENTIETH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FIRST COLORED BAPTIST CHURCH Fifth and East Jefferson Streets Phoenix, Arizona REV. E. E. BURKHALTER, B. Th. Pastor November 29th to December 7th 1925 PROGRAM Sunday November 29 9:30 A. M. The Sunday School, Mr. G. S. Rodgers, Superintendent, will assemble and march into the main auditorium of the church. Address..Mr. G. S. Rodgers, Supt. 11:00 A. M. Sermon Rev. E. E. Burkhalter, Pastor "The Language of Redemption" 12:30 P. M. Luncheon in the beauti- tiful dining room of the church. 2:30 P. M. Dedicatory Services. Song Service.....Choir of First Colored Baptist Church Welcome Address Mrs. A. E. Hackett Solo Mrs. Gertrude McCutcheon Greetings from the following. First Baptist Church, Phoenix, Dr. R. E. Day, Pastor: Paradise Baptist Association, Mr. T. E. Hines, Sec.; Arizona Baptist Convention, Dr. H. Q. Morton, Executive Secretary; A. M. E. Church, Phoenix, Dr. R. H. Harbert, Pastor; First Baptist Church, Mesa, Dr. W. B. Percival, Pastor; C. M. E. Church, Phoenix, Rev. M. Thompson, Presiding Elder and Acting Pastor; A. M. E. Z. Church, Phoenix, Rev. Abner, Pastor; Other Baptist Churches of City, Rev. Wadley and Rev. Massey. Dr. Wm. R. Carter, D. D. Supt. Negro Work—Southern California Baptist Convention, Los Angeles, Cal. 6:30 P. M. B. Y. P. U..... ....Mr. A. J. Temple, Presiding Address, "Religious Education"..... ....Mrs. M. M. Rodgers 7:30 P. M. Church Reunion. "Hitherto Hath the Lord Helped Us." Expressions of thanksgiving from members and friends of the church ```markdown ``` ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Monday November 30 Music ..... Choir Scripture Reading ..... .....Rev. C. N. Douglass General Missionary Colorado Conference of the A. M. E. Church Prayer .....Rev. Osby Address .....Mr. J. E. Ready Grand Master of the Masonic Order of the State of Arizona Address .....Mrs. Jessie James President State Federation of Colored Women's Clubs Address ..... Mayor Whitney Of the City of Phoenix Tuesday December 1 Woman's Missionary Society Night Mrs. Minnie Scott, President Music ..... Choir Prayer ..... Rev. W. M. Steed Music ..... Choir Greetings from the Societies of the City. Music ..... Choir Sermon ..... Rev. P. B. Cornelius Pastor Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Tucson, Arizona Wednesday, December 2 Deacons and Trustees in Charge Dr. W. C. Hackett, Presiding Church Official Night Music ..... Choir Words of Welcome..Mr. Jas. L. Davis Clerk of the Church Address—"Church Officers" ..... .....Dr. Wm. R. Carter, D. D. Supt. Negro Work, Southern California Baptist Convention Solo.....Mr. G. S. Rodgers Sermon.....Dr. R. E. Day, D. D. Pastor First Baptist Church, Phoenix Thursday, December 3 Young People's Night Miss Erma Cole, Presiding Music ..... Choir Prayer ..... Miss Marie Davis Song ..... Choir Paper.....Mrs. E. E. Burkhalter Instrumental Solo ..... .....Miss Corene McCutcheon Selection ..... Choir Duett ..... Misses Edna and Gennett McKinney Sermon ..... Rev. V. A. Rule Minister First Presbyterian Church ANNIVERSARY PTIST CHURCH Friday, December 4 Junior Missions Mrs. A. E. Hackett, Presiding Selection ..... Choir Prayer. Selection ..... Choir Paper ..... Mrs. Laura Gibbs Instrumental Duett ... Clyde and Floyd Easter Reading ..... Miss Marie Davis Instrumental Solo ... Miss Corene McCutcheon Selection ..... Choir Sermon ..... Rev. Abner Pastor A. M. E. Z. Church, Phoenix Sunday, December 6 9:45 A. M. Sunday School, Mr. G. S. Rodgers, Supt. 11:00 A. M. Sermon ... Dr. W. D. Carter, Pastor Friendship Baptist Church, Pasadena, California 2:30 P. M. Twentieth Anniversary Services Music ... Choir Scripture Lesson. Selection ... Choir Congratulatory Remarks ... Dr. R. E. Day Pastor First Baptist Church, Phoenix Solo ... Mrs. Gertrude McCutcheon Sermon ... Dr. H. Q. Morton Executive Secretary Arizona Baptist Convention 6:30 P. M. B. Y. P. U. A Young People's Meeting Mrs. A. C. Caldwell, Principal of the Colored Division of the Phoenix Union High School, will deliver the Address. 7:30 P. M. Music ... Choir Scripture Lesson. Prayer. Selection ... Choir Solo ... Mr. G. S. Rodgers Sermon. Dr. Wm. R. Carter, D. D. Supt. Negro Work, Southern California Baptist Convention. Monday, December 7 Reception to Pastor and Officers Words of Greeting from Trustee Board .....Dr. W. C. Hackett Remarks.....Mr. John Williams Song. Address.....Dr. W. D. Carter, D. D. Remarks.....Dr. Wm. R. Carter, D. D. PUBLIC RECEPTION You and all of your friends are invited to attend. --- ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Page Twelve Local Happenings Passes to Reward Mr. Robt. McConnell, of 1033 East Jefferson street, passed away a few days ago following a brief illness. The funeral, which was under the auspices of the Oddfellows, was conducted from the A. M. E. church, The Rev. Elmer E. Burkhalter, pas- tor of the First Baptist church, of which the deceased was a member. officiated. The deceased was 72 years old and had been a resident of Phoenix the past 14 years. He leaves a niece and a host of friends to mourn his death. ee Steadily Improving Dr. Frank Shirley, who for the past month has been a patient 1m St. Joseph’s hospital, is improving slowly. Dr, Shirley has been a res- ident of Phoenix for the past 41 years and for over 30 years has con ducted a chiropody business. His friends are legion and all hope for his speedy recovery. During his ill- ness, the business is being con- ducted by his wife, Madam L. B. Shirley, the beauty specialist. Injured in Accident Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Moss, who re- side on a ranch just east of Phoe- nix, were slightly injured when an automobile ran into their wagon on North Central avenue. The wagon was completely demolished but the occupants escaped with only slight bruises. Their escape from a_hor- hible death was little short of a miracle. More Wedding Bells Recently, Mr. Willie Vann and Miss Nina Parks were united in the holy bonds of wedlock. Both are popular young people and_ their friends wish them nothing but smooth sailing over the beautiful sea of matrimony. Arrival from Georgia Mrs, George Phillips, of Rome, Ga., a sister of Mr. Perry rayne, 64 So. 3rd street, is a recent arrival and is staying at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Payne. Mrs. Phillips plans to remain for an indefinite time. + + + Has Foot Amputated Mm, Wm. Day of 1040 East Madi- son street, had his foot amputated several days ago at St. Joseph’s hos- pital and is reported ro be doing fine. FIRST COLORED BAPTIST CHURCH The First Colored Baptist Church was organized in 1905 by the general Missionaries of the American Baptist Home Mission Society. It was the second Baptist church organized in Phoenix, and was incorporated un- der the name: “Second Baptist Church.” But because it was the first colored Baptist church organized in Phoenix the members of the church agreed to incorporate it under that name. Therefore, we have The First Colored Baptist Church. For a number of years after the church was organized the congrega- tion worshipped in a hall on East Madison street. But the membership of the church continued to grow with such increasing rapidity until it be- — Cs eee . oe ee i — ; S . si _ = 2 : 7 . fe rs se a a. - | GP eo f e “7 J. Pe ma | 4 =. a ff eo Sf ELMER E. BURKHALTER, Pastor came necessary to seek larger quar- ters. A lot on the corner of Fifth and East Jefferson street was pur- chased, and plans went forward for the erection of a new church edifice. All of which was assisted by the Home Mission Society. In 1908 a building was erected, which at the time served the congregation ade- quately. Though witnessing a steady increase in numbers, the congregation was still receiving aid from the society through Rev. Bell who served as sup- erintendent of the Negro Missions for the state of Arizona. Later the church became self supporting and paid to the society the money that was spent on the property by the so- ciety, and became sole owner of the property. The membership has seen a steady growth in numbers until today it. is the largest Negro church in the state of Arizona. It is not only the larg- est Negro church in Arizona, but the largest Negro church between El Paso, Texas and Los Angeles, Cali- fornia. The growth has been so rap- id by the recent increase of the Ne- gro population of the city and coun- ty that the old church is no longer adequate to care for the congregation. The present progress of the church is largely due to the efficient leader- ship of Rev. E. E. Burkhalter who has just closed out his second year as pastor of the church. During the brief period of the pastorate of Brother Burkhalter, approximately 350 persons have come into the fel- lowship of the church, and upward of $13,000.00 raised for all church purposes. fe You always have a cordial invita- tion to visit this church. You are guaranteed satisfaction. Buys More Property Dr. W. C. -Hackett, prominent physician and_ surgeon, has pur- chased the lot on tne northwest corner of Washingson at 14th street. Dr. Hackett already is a large own- er of real estate in this city, and the recent purchase is merely an addition to his holdings. Prominent Divine Rey, D. Abner, A. M., Ph. D., of Oakland, Calif., has come to Phoe- nix to take charge of the work at Kyles’ A. M. E, Zion church, 10th and Washington Sts. Dr. Abner is an orator of national fame and will deliver a series of lectures to the people of Phoenix. Popular Girl Contest Much interest is being manifested in the Popular Girl Contest now con- ducted by the First Colored Baptist church. The ladies are getting lots of votes and it is impossible to guess who will wear the diamond ring. which is held out as first prize. May the prettiest girl win. ee gS In Auto Accident Mrs. Chas. J. Lane of 611 So, 7th Ave., was slightly injured in an automobile accident a few days ago. She was confined to her bed a few days, but is now hale and hearty. ob & In Their New Home Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Fish are com- fortably settled in tnezxr new home 1211 East Jefferson street. This is one of the coziest little homes among our group in Phoenix. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement GREE First Colored Bapt st Church, Phoenix GREETINGS First Colored Baptist Church, Phoenix W. W. HERTZ PLUMBING CO. 747 Grand Ave. Phoenix, Ariz. All Plumbing Work in the New First Colored Baptist Church Was Done by Us Walter Hertz, Mgr. Phone 4943 — Residence Phone 9016 Estimates Furnished ELECTRICAL FIXTURES In the New First Colored Baptist Church installed by A. SCHRECK Phone 8314 1130 East Moreland St. MortonandBarnes CONTRACTORS 9169—Phones—5568 Builders First Colored Baptist Church PHOENIX ARIZONA STRUCTURAL IRON First Colored Baptist Church Furnished by Anchor Manufacturing Co. Engineers and Fabricators Auto Body Building Structural and Ornamental Iron 432 So. 1st Street Phoenix, Arizona PHONE 4188 T. E. Welch, Pres. & Mgr. C. V. Gulley, Sec'y. & Treas. Compliments of Pay'n Takit SOMETHING SAVED ON EVERYTHING WHERE You Buy Your Groceries WHERE Everyday “Something Saved on Everything” WHERE It Pays to Pay 'n Take It In the Valley Everywhere (and Prescott) LUMBER --- Buy sun and rain protected lumber for your next job. Everything goes to you bright and clean from the largest all covered lumber yard in Arizona. You, like thousands of others, will be more than satisfied with our stock, prices and service. Call us. Write us. See us. H.H.SHOUP 600 E. Washington. Phone 3002 --- --- Page Thirteen ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement ARIZONA CORPORATION COMMISSION THE CAPITOL PHOENIX Please permit me to congratulate you on your decision to issue a special "Booster Edition" of the "Arizona American," the magazine supplement to your splendid publication, on or about September 30th. Your efforts in this direction should, and I feel confident will, receive the utmost commendation of every citizen of the community. And there is no more appropriate time than the present to extol the virtues of our wonderful Valley and State. Our harvests are ripe and abundant. Our people are contented and happy. Our latch-strings are on the outside. Our gates are wide open. We extend a cordial invitation to the one hundred fifteen millions of people living elsewhere in this Great Country to come and share in the beauties and pleasures incident to home life in the Salt River Valley. Page Fourteen ARIZON AMOS A. BETTS, COMMISSIONER Phoenix Tribune, Phoenix, Arizona. Gentlemen: Please permit me to omit Edition" of the "Arizona Association, on or about September Your efforts in this most commendation of every And there is no more our wonderful Valley and Sea contented and happy. Our We extend a cordial invitation where in this Great Country to home life in the Salt River AAB:FW Ford Levy, FURNITURE HOUSE FURNISH Gentlemen: AAB:FW FURNITURE HOUSE FURNISHINGS USE OUR EASY PAYMENT PLAN 116-120 W. Adams --- GRANTAL OF THE STATE OF ARIZONA 1912 congratulate you on your American," the magazine for 30th. Direction should, and be citizen of the community appropriate time to state. Our harvests and catch-strings are on the road to the one hundred miles to come and share with Valley. Since Phoenix, Arizona, August 16, 1925. in your decision to magazine supplement and I feel confident in community. more than the presents are ripe and are on the outside. dred fifteen mills are in the beauti in your decision to issue a special "Booster magazine supplement to your splendid publi- and I feel confident will, receive the ut- community. be than the present to extol the virtues of ats are ripe and abundant. Our people are on the outside. Our gates are wide open. dred fifteen millions of people living else- are in the beauties and pleasures incident Sincerely yours, AMOS A. BETTS, Commissioner. We We Are at You Service We Are at Your Service Prescriptions, Drugs and Drug Sundries We offer y We offer you dependable merchandise reasonable prices. Prompt and Courteous Service our M Ramona Drug C We offer you dependable merchandise at reasonable prices. Prompt and Courteous Service our Motto 325 E. Washington St. PHONE 3502 Phoenix --- NOT MAYBE---But Sure Maybe God sat in some far away place And started His act of creation; Maybe He made by His infinite grace A globe for our brief habitation; Maybe He measured the sky that's above And hollowed the deeps of the sea, And wrought with the skill of His limitless love All the manner of species that be. And then at the height of His marvelous power, As the ruler of earth and the crown of His plan, In the Garden of Eden he fashioned the flower Of all His creation, and called it—A Man. Perhaps that's the truth with no question about it, And the one is a sinner who ventures to doubt it. Maybe long ages and ages ago, Where the sea and the land came together, An unidentified fish left the ebb and the flow And sought to himself drier weather. Maybe while aeons and aeons rolled by, And natural selection occurred, An ingenious animal found he could fly, And took to the air as a bird. And maybe, when nature had chosen as much As fitted her mysterious plan, An ambitious relation of monkeys and such Looked up at the stars—and became the first man. Now that may be true and no question about it, With only the fools and the dunces to doubt it. Far be it from me to render decision On such weighty matters as these, I'd make of myself but a thing of derision— Still, I've a notion or two, if you please. When a fellow comes out of an ignorant clan, ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement (Not by nature, by training, I mean) Whose folks work as hard as any folks can At the tub, and the ditch, and the factory machine; When he finds in his heart the unquenchable fire, And goes on the quest of his distant desire, Knowing full well what the race will require— A heart for the pace and the grit to endure, He's the makings in him of a man—and that's sure. When a boy's in the rough for his schooling, and so He runs on the road and he works the bell-stands, And red-caps the bags where the trains come and go, And anything else that turns up to his hands; When in school and out he outfaces the sneers, And earns some applause that is mingled with jeers; (Tho he knows that his best must be better than theirs.) When he looks up and laughs when his spirit is sore, That fellow's no less than a man—and that's sure. When a fellow has finished what schooling he gains, (You can bet it was gained by the hardest way, too,) When he offers the work of his hands and his brains, And attempts $t_0$ collect what is really his due; When he finds that he's getting much less than he ought, That the shade of his skin puts his training at nought, And lesser but lighter men win what he sought; When he never lets on what he has to endure, You've looked in the face of a man—and that's sure. Oh, they'll argue for years about how it began, Whether in Eden or in ways more obscure; But I offer this method of making a man, And this way is not maybe—it's sure. Colored mail carriers number 2,663, of whom 24 are females Page Fifteen FOR OTHERS An old man, going a lone highway, Came at the evening, cold and gray To a chasm vast and deep and wide. The old man crossed in the twilight dim, The sullen stream had no fear for him; But he turned, when safe on the other side, And built a bridge to span the tide. "Old man," said a fellow pilgrim near, "You are wasting your strength with your building here; Your journey will end with the end- ing day, You never again will pass this way. Youve crossed the chasm, deep and wide, Why build this bridge at evening tide?" The builder lifted his old gray head— "Good friend, in the path I come," he said, "There followeth after me today A youth whose feet must pass this way. This chasm, that has been naught to me, To that fair-haired youth may a pit- fall be; He, too, must cross in the twilight dim— Good friend, I am building this bridge for him."—Selected. Building Palatial Home Mrs. Ella Barker and daughter, Mrs. Georgia Hoyt, are having erected on their lot at 1130 East Jefferson street, one of the most pretentious little bungalows in the East end. It will be thoroughly modern in every way and the plans of the owners call for an attractive landscape, making this one of the show places on East Jefferson street. ```markdown ``` Here From Globe The Rev.S. Robt. Maguinez, former pastor of Tanner Chapel, this city, but now stationed at Globe, Ariz., was in Phoenix a short time ago and preached at the C. M. E. church. Large crowds greeted him at both services. ```markdown ``` Sunday Lectures Mr. C. N. Copetanq, prominent member of our race, has arranged to give lectures every Sunday night at Hackett's hall, 216 East Washington St., and all are invited. The lectures are given under the auspices of the International Bible Students. Seats free and no collections. ee HONEST VALUES Car after car of wonderful new furniture has arrived, bring- ing the best selection of furniture we have ever shown. At Lower Prices Before Buying Your Furniture, Come in and You Will Find Better Buys in Our Stcre Than You Ever Dreamed of! Hear the New Stewart-Warner Radio Call Us for Demonstration. Buy from Arizona’s Oldest— Most Dependable Furniture Store! DORRIS-HEYMAN FURNITURE CO a “ 7 a The Metropolitan Store FRANK E. COLES Pres. CONTRACTOR and BUILDER | Thirty Years in Phoenix Builder of the new Grammar School at Ninth Ave. and Grant No job too small and none too large for me to handle. 409 South 3rd St. Phone 6309 Page Sixteen ARI IN PHOENIX, THE SUNKIST WEST Out where the Sun in golden sets And loving hearts throb stronger, Still old folks remain young yet, And we live a little while longer, In Phoenix the Sunkist west. Out where life’s ambition is met, And the flower of youth blooms longer. That helps us make a new home yet; And we linger a little while longer In Phoenix the Sunkist west. Out where the world’s in beauty set And the tourist comes to view her, That drives all care from us yet, And we remain a little while longer, In Phoenix, the Sunkist west. Out where the living joys are met, That half has never yet been said, And we can’t help but love to live A little while longer in Arizona— land Of Phoenix, the Sunkist west. —C. R. Bernetzke. It is necessary that some men should be industrious and economical in order to help out their friends who don’t like to work and never could save anything. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement One thing about the gruff and un- sociable man, you never suspect that he is planning to sell you a_ gold brick. How many of the 925,708 Negro farmers subscribe for newspapers de- voted to the interests of their racial group? ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement CONFIDENCE The success of our dental methods and the great measure of public confidence that we enjoy has been won through the consistent giving of a conscientious service. The keynote of our principles is the belief that everyone is entitled to the full benefits of the best that dental science has to offer. To this end, we have adopted modern business methods and economies which materially reduce dental costs. This, together with the employment of the most modern and effective methods in all dental operations, the conservation of the patient's time and the fact that the highest type of dentistry is rigidly maintained at all times, has established this greatest of assets—public confidence. An index to the measure of this public confidence and acceptance of our principles is best reflected in the fact that ours is the largest dental practice in this State—there must be a reason! 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Phoenix Arizona ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement FAITH As a group, the banks of Phoenix have ever held unbounded faith in the future of the Salt River Valley—and of’ the possibilities back of Arizona’s vast resources. In truth, the banks whose names appear below, have enjoyed the priv- ilege of having a part in the up-building of this valley in its entirety. Their vision and faith have been dominant factors in the present pros- perity of this valley and state. The co-operation existing in the past will be forthcoming, in the same large measure, throughout the years to come. A friendly, helpful spirit combined with a whole-hearted co-operation that will make for a greater Phoenix—a greater Salt River Valley—and a greater Arizona. Any Clearing House Bank will gladly answer inquiries and fur- nish data concerning The Salt | River Valley. Phoenix Clearing House Association THE NATIONAL BANK OF ARIZONA THE VALLEY BANK THE PHOENIX NATIONAL BANK THE COMMERCIAL NATIONAL BANK THE PHOENIX SAVINGS BANK & TRUST CoO. THE CITIZENS:-STATE BANK . “Save It With Ice” we shall be pleased to furnish you with ICE Our Quality as high as the highest; Our regular service is unexcelled, and Our special service cheerfully rendered. Our courteous employees will please you. Give Us a Trial Let Us Prove It To You 2nd Ave. and Jackson St. Phone 6363 Phone 6363 You should be able to buy lumber as easily and with as much confidence as you buy flour—by quality name. When you order flour the dealer asks “What kind?” In buying lumber be able to answer the same question by saying: “HAL- | LORAN-BENNETT Lumber, of course.” HALLORAN-BENNETT Lumber means highest val- ue in grade, size and manufacture. It means the best product of the mill that in appearance, strength and character is most suitable for struc- tural requirements. HALLORAN-BENNETT Lumber is uniform in qual- ity and measurements because it conforms strictly to specifications based upon the best scientific knowledge available, Halloran-Bennett Lumber Phones 6247-3505 Second Ave. and Madison Page Eighteen ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement PALACE Hardware & Arms Co. The Best in Hardware and Sporting Goods 121 West Adams Opposite Columbia Theatre --- ROBERTS did the electrical work and the electrical wiring, including the installation of the electrical clock systems in the new Long Low, Lowell, Capitol, and Paul Lawrence Dunb schools was done in exact accordance of the arca cts' specifications by us. All the electrical wiring, including the installation of the electrical clock systems in the new Longfellow, Lowell, Capitol, and Paul Lawrence Dunbar schools was done in exact accordance of the architects' specifications by us. We accept wiring contracts, large or small, and do all kinds of electrical repair work. L. M. Roberts Electric Co. --- BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME! What is Home without Trees, Shrubbery, Vines and Flowers? How is the time to plant them. We have at our desyards a larger and better assortment of all the leading evergreens for this valley. A visit with us will convince you that our stock is strict high class, at very reasonable prices. Let us send our landscape gardener out. Will gladly tell you what and how to plant with any cost to you. What is Home without Trees, Shrubbery, Vines and Flowers? Now is the time to plant them. We have at our salesyards a larger and better assortment of all of the leading evergreens for this valley. A visit with us will convince you that our stock is strictly high class, at very reasonable prices. Let us send our landscape gardener out. He will gladly tell you what and how to plant without any cost to you. Plant More Evergreens "Help Beautify Phoenix" BLASINGAME NURSERIES The Old Reliable First Ave. and Van Buren, Phoenix Phone 64 TALBOT & SNYDER AUTO TOP & TRIMMING CO The Old Reliable First Ave. and Van Buren, Phoenix Phone 6494 TALBOT & SNYDER AUTO TOP & TRIMMING CO. Tops and Upholster Painting and Refinishing Two Shops --- HARDWARE PALACE MD ARMS CO. RETAIL STORE 121 W. Adams All the electrical wiring of the electrical clock fellow, Lowell, Capitol, schools was done in exacts' specifications by 321 West Washington What is Hon Shrubbery, Vi Now is the time to pla salesyards a larger and the leading evergreens with us will convince y high class, at very rea Let us send our lan will gladly tell you wh out any cost to you. First Ave. and Van Bu TALBOT AUTO TOP & Two 1541 E. Van Buren Phone 4264 --- HARDWARE PALACE AND ARMS CO. WHOLESALE STORE Third Ave. and Jackson including the installation systems in the new Longd Paul Lawrence Dunbar accordance of the archi. --- without Trees, is and Flowers? In them. We have at our better assortment of all of for this valley. A visit that our stock is strictly unable prices. escape gardener out. He and how to plant with- Reliable n, Phoenix Phone 6494 & SNYDER TRIMMING CO. Shops Two Shops 17 N. Fifth St. Phone 7417 Phone 6498 Page Nineteen Phoenix' Newest Lumber Yard With a large stock on hand and more in transit we are able to supply you with anything that goes in a building. Small orders appreciated as well as the large. Higher Grades - Lower Prices Hamman Lumber Company 14 East Van Buren Phone 6352 Hamman Lumber Company 1514 East Van Buren Phone 6352 LILY ICE CREAM ourishing Tempting Refreshing All Flavors Quality Without Question Special Prices to Churhes and other Societies Nourishing Tempting Refreshing All Flavors Quality Without Question Special Prices to Churhes and other Societies LILY ICE CREAM CO. 1111 So. Central Avenue phone 3095 Phoenix, Ariz. "There's a Lily Ice Cream Dealer Near You" The Coggins Title Company 1111 So. Central Avenue Phone 3095 Phoenix, Ariz. "There's a Lily Ice Cream Dealer Near You" Coggins Title Company Abstracts—Certificates of Title Escrows Abstracts—Certificates of Title Escrows Prompt and Courteous Service FLOYD W. MEDLOCK Buyer and Shipper of COTTON 145 N. Second Avenue Phone 6342 shoe Fall Showing FOOTWEAR BACK from vacation? Then your thoughts begin to turn toward Autumn Styles! Just going? Then you'll want both advance Autumn footwear, and cool airy Summer shoes for other vacation activities! Either way, you'll find this shop of shoes intensely interesting! Bewitching Autumn Fashions to intrigue the jaded fancy. And such DEEP markdowns on Summer Shoes that you may have both with marked economy! A VISIT TO THIS STORE WILL BENEFIT YOU KEEP CLIMBING Watch an aeroplane some day as it soars and climbs toward the zenith accompanied by the roar of its powerful motor. Smaller and smaller it grows. Fainter and fainter becomes the hum of the motor. Higher and higher the pilot climbs. Then silence. The motor is stopped. Sailing gracefully as a hawk the machine seems to remain in the heights for a time. How beautifully she banks the curves. How cleverly the pilot holds his elevation. But like everything in this world she must either climb higher or drop lower. Gradually she begins to grow larger and larger until finally she points her nose toward the earth and gracefully alights again on terra firma. The life of a man and the life of a community may be likened to the flight of this machine. When you stop the motor of individual effort or community initiative, you immediately begin a decsent to a dead level of mediocrity. If you desire to improve your opportunities year after year, you must devote your leisure time to those intellectual or mental pursuits which will make you more efficient. If you want Phoenix to stand forth as a better community than the average, you must do your part to create more community spirit. For individual effort and community enthusiasm are the motors which keep the man or his city constantly climbing to higher and better things. folks have got their illiteracy down to 6.2 per cent. 22. Now wipe off your slate and we'll do some figuring. 42.9 per cent is to 93.8 per cent as 5 years are to 45 years. Just to speed things up I'll give you the answer: 23. The colored folks reduce their illiteracy about four times as fast as the white folks do. But don't take my word for it. Dope it out for yourself. 24. Now some Nordic (more or less) will hop up and yelp. "But they learn everything from us." Maybe. But just run your optics over this: 25. You Caucasians had been educating yourselves for centuries when you came here. While the Negroes, as far as education goes, were an absolute zero. Does that even things up? 26. IT DON'T MISS IT. 27. And anyhow, where do you get that stuff about the Negro's learning everything from ALL the Nordics? It's a comparatively few men that are always in advance of the rest, and the many learn from the few. Does it make you any smarter to learn from one of your own race than from one of another, just so long as you LEARN. 28. IT DOES NOT. 29. In the next four years the Negroes of our generation do a little more than slice their percentage of illiteracy in half. The Caucasians do the same. Still, a half of 57.1 is a bigger slice than a half of 6.2 any way you look at it. 30. Now our generation of men is 49 years old. Certainly old enough to marry. Well, what about their family life, then? 31. First, we find that there are just as many families among the colored as among the white members of the generation. And then, we learn the surprising fact that the average number of children per family for both groups is 4.9. And so, after all, Negroes do not have gangs of kids more than do Caucasians, popular jokes to the contrary notwithstanding. 32. But there's one thing about that number, 4.9, that I can't quite make out. It's the nine-tenths of the fifth kid. Still, I suppose a ????? member is apt to bob up in the best of families. In fact, now that I've thought it over, I concede that ninetenths is quite a generous allowance. I've run across members of perfectly good families with a darn sight more than a tenth part missing. 33. AND I DON'T MEAN MAYBE. 34. How ever since I was knee-high to a grasshopper I've been hearing ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement that Negroes are indolent. Not lazy, just INDOLENT. The difference is that you're not supposed to get so mad when they call you indolent as when they call you LAZY. And here I come to find out that a little less than fifty per cent of Negroes are engaged in gainful occupations as against a little more than forty-four per cent of the Caucasians. 35. CAN YOU IMAGINE THAT? 36. And what's more, 38.9 per cent of colored women are wage earners to 21.1 per cent of the whites. 37. Now, of course, some one could say that's because we have to. But that having to stuff doesn't make the shift any easier to bring. Now, does it? 39. Now our generation is well into the fiftieth, and last year, and they'd better be thinking about passing out of the picture. How have they gone about preparing for the hereafter? Well, if it means anything to you there are about forty-six per cent of the Caucasians belong to the leading denominations as against fifty per cent of the Negroes in the same class. 40. And how many times have I been told that colored folks are fanatics on religion. Well, if a four per cent increase in church attendance is all it takes to make a fanatic, then KEEP ON Watch an aeroplane some of the zenith accompanied by the Smaller and smaller it grows. the hum of the motor. Higher Then silence. The motor is so Sailing gracefully as a haw in the heights for a time. How How cleverly the pilot holds his But like everything in the higher or drop lower. Gradually larger until finally she points gracefully alights again on ter. The life of a man and the ened to the flight of this mach of individual effort or commun begin a decsent to a dead level If you desire to improve you must devote your leisure total pursuits which will make you Phoenix to stand forth as a bet you must do your part to create individual effort and commun which keep the man or his city and better things. AND F UTILITY "Manufacturer Phone 4245 38. TELL THE TRUTH. WET WASH Phone 4245 we're all on the verge of going nutty. 41. Yes, sir, statistics are sure hard on popular delusions. In fact I never have seen a single idea yet that could stay in the ring three rounds with a good, fast statistic. 42. And now that our generation has passed on, it seems to me that the Negroes in it have at LEAST measured up to the Caucasians in seeking after knowledge, bettering one's economic condition, providing for a family, and caring for one's spiritual life. And what does this mean? Why, it means nothing at all, if not that they have their due share of: 43. PATIENCE, COURAGE, INDUSTRY, SOUND JUDGMENT, LOVE OF CHILDREN, CAPACITY FOR SELF SACRIFICE. 44. And if they are not high in the qualities that make REAL men (as listed by a CAUCASIAN writer) do you mean to tell me that they would run out of any old war, or sneak off anybody's battlefield? 45. SAY, don't make me LAUGH. And with this sage remark Bill swaggered out, having expressed exactly what I was thinking of a lot more vividly than I was thinking of expressing it. Most men know of some high salaried political job that they might be persuaded to accept. CLIMBING Only as it soars and climbs toward the roar of its powerful motor. The Fainter and fainter becomes far and higher the pilot climbs. Stopped. As the machine seems to remain beautifully she banks the curves. Elevation. In the world she must either climb or she begins to grow larger and her nose toward the earth and a firma. Life of a community may be likable. When you stop the motor city initiative, you immediately see of mediocrity. For opportunities year after year, come to those intellectual or men- ure more efficient. If you want a better community than the average, be more community spirit. For many enthusiasm are the motors constantly climbing to higher ROUGH DRY FINISHED LAUNDRY of Cleanliness" --- Page Twenty-one Phoenix, Arizona Page Twenty-two AGlance at the Progress of the Negro Race In 1619 when that Dutch vessel landed at Jamestown, Virginia with twenty colored persons on board and sold them as slaves, those twenty persons were the entire colored race of the American continent, and this race saw nothing before them but hard work and abuse. For two hundred and forty-six years they toiled night and day, hungry, naked, tired, sleepy and sore from the lashes of hard task masters. But our dear fathers and mothers sent prayers to God's throne as one prayer until freedom of many thousand namless, homeless, penniless Negroes, who had not the least view of education. In 1867 there were 4000 Negroes engaged in busines, but fifty years later there were 50,000; an annual volume of more than $13,500,000,0000 worth of business. Insurance is one of the most progressive businesses of the colored race. The first Negro insurance company in America was the American Insurance Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and was organized in 1810 and in 1880. Insurance became a regular business in the colored race. The failure of the Freedman's Saving and Trust Co., in 1873 marked the loss of millions of dollars which greatly retarded the progress of Negro enterprises for some time, but finally we made that failure a stepping stone to success and 1888 the first colored bank was organized and today we have more than seventy-four banks in the United States, with an annual volume of $100,000,000. Another feature of progress in the business world was the organization of the Colored Business League, which was quite a helpful organization, and was organized at Boston, Mass., in 1900, and in twenty years there were State Business Leagues in thirteen states; and a total of two hundred eighty-six chartered local leagues. James Derham was born in Philadelphia in 1767 and was the first colored doctor in America. As a slave he was sold and became the medical assistant of his new master. There he continued to progress along medical pursuits, and in 1910 there were 3,777 colored doctors and many of them have national fame. Dr. D. H. Williams performed the first operation on the heart. There are more than sixt-four medical associations and more than 150 hospitals and nurse training schools which may be attended by the Negro. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement We operate more than seventy religious journals and more than 248 newspapers. We own more than $70,- 198,807 worth of church property; and more than $50,000,000 worth of school property. We have more than 38,401 public school teachers and more than 1500 institutions of learning. In 1829, Mr. J. B. Rusworm of Bowdoin College, Mr. Theodore S. Wright of Princeton Theological Seminary and Mr. Edward Jones of Amherst College were the only college graduates among the American Negro, but today, we have doubled that number many times more. We have more than 5,000 college graduates excluding the many hundred graduates from other courses. I am not giving the progress, but just a glance at the progress of the Negro race. PAVING ASSESSMENTS DUE Current installments of principal and interest on paving assessments under the Bond Act of 1919 are due and to avoid the payment of penalty, advertising cost and subsequent sale of property, must be paid at room 6, city hall, or or before December 1st, 1925, according to an announcement made by Superintendent of Streets Henry Rieger. Mr. Rieger has urged all interested property owners to make payment now and thus avoid the usual rush on the last days. Home from Colorado Mrs. Wm. M. Jones, 910 East Portland street, has returned from Colorado Springs, where she was called on account of the illness of her mother. She reports ner mother as doing nicely. We have 789 ditchers, not including those who tried to dig one under Ed Wright and Bob Jackson out in Chicago. The new Secretary of State isn't worrying over establishing relations with Russia, but with Borah.—Wichita Eagle. It's a poor climber who can't get on his own feet without getting on some one else's.—Wall Street Journal. Investigation shows that divorces are scare when couples own homes. American industry leads the world in protecting the health of its workers. No woman is as young as she thinks she looks. JUST A WORD ABOUT DANCING JUST A WORD ABOUT DANCING For the benefit of our young people who make a specialty of laughing at their elders because of their opinions concerning the degenerancy of present day dancing, we republish below, the rules as outlined by Vernon Castle, America's most famous dancer. They were printed for the guidance of patrons of "Castle House," New York's celebrated dancing academy. The one-step as now performed is not a dance. It is simply a fashionable method of embracing publicly. Its popularity is due to the thrills engendered rather than to the grace of its evolutions. "CASTLE HOUSE SUGGESTIONS For Correct Dancing Do not wriggle the shoulders Do not shake the hips Do not twist the body Do not flounce the elbows. Do not pump the arms Do not hop—glide instead Avoid low, fantastic, and acrobatic dips. Stand far enough away from each other to allow free movement of the body in order to dance gracefully and comfortably. The gentleman should rest his hand lightly against the lady's back, touching her with the finger-tips and wrist only, or, if preferred, with the inside of the wrist and the back of the thumb. The gentleman's left hand and foreram should be held up in the air parallel with his body, with the hand extended, holding the lady's hand lightly on his palm. The arm should never be straightened out. Remember you are at a social gathering and not in a gymnasium. Drop the Turkey Trot, the Grizzly Bear, the Bunny Hug, etc. These dances are ugly, ungraceful and out of fashion. Remarried in El Paso Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Hicks have returned from El Paso, Texas, where they were recently re-united in the holy bonds of matrimony. They will remain in Phoenix only a short time and proceed to Prescott, Ariz., to reside. Mr. Hicks is an ex-service man and has been a patient in the Government Hospital at Ft. Whipple. Mrs. Hicks has been employed as stenographer in the real estate office of A. Jackson Temple, 430 East Jefferson St. PHOENIX COLORED PEOPLE AMONG MOST PROGRESSIVE PHOENIX COLORED PEOPLE AMONG MOST PROGRESSIVE (Continued from page 7) term, and it is expected that the enrollment will reach 100 or more before the end of the school year. Four able instructors are employed to shape the destiny of our youth, and their work has been eminently successful. Mrs. C. B. Caldwell, a graduate of Fisk University of Nashville, Tenn., is head of this division of the Phoenix Union High school, and her three assistants are Prof. Ellis O. Knox, Mrs. M. M. Rodgers, and Miss C. Grant. The Douglas Grammar school and Kindergarten report an enrollment of over 250 pupils. Prof. P. Landry, the principal of this school, is an educator of note, having enjoyed a wide and successful experience as a teacher. He has been head of this school for the past ten years, and his efficiency is becoming more and more apparent. He is ably assisted in his work by a staff or nine teachers, whose competence is unquestioned. It's a pleasure to visit Douglas Grammar school and see the operation of a perfect school system. The East Lake School, at Fifteenth and Jefferson streets, was established several years ago for the benefit of primary students in the east end. Mrs. Laura Wels, a competent teacher, is in charge of this school and has been for a number of years. Her work has proved very successful and she is loved by all her pupils. The Paul Laurence Dunbar school at Ninth avenue and Grant street is the most modern school building for colored children in the city. It was recently constructed at a cost of $34,000 and is complete in every detail. Mrs. Cora M. Jones and Miss Ethel Temple are teachers in this school, which cares for the first, second, third and fourth grade students in the southwestern part of the city. Both Mrs. Jones and Miss Temple are experienced teachers and their work is entirely satisfactory. LODGES Phoenix might well be termed the "Fraternal City," for it is here you will find represented nearly every fraternal society known among our group. The outstanding fraternal organization of this city and also of the entire state is the Masonic order of which Joseph E. Ready is Grand Master and C. C. Credille. Grand Secretary. There are two ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement subordinate Masonic lodges in this city, Consistory, Knights Templars and Shrine; Oddfellows, Knights of Pythias, U. B. F.'s, Sir Knights and Daughters of Tabor, S. M. T.'s, O. E. S., Calantheans, Household of Ruth, Heroines of Jericho, and several others are well represented in this city. If you are a fraternal man, you will find your society in Phoenix. BUSINESS ENTERPRISES Thoughtful members of our group have caught the vision, and many are engaged in business. Chief among the business enterprises of our people in Phoenix, stands the Western Mutual Benefit Association, whose headquarters are at 605 East Jefferson street. Geo. S. Rodgers, an enterprising young man of sterling worth is president and general manager of the company. About five years ago this company was established with the idea of furnishing a high class of insurance for colored people. The first year of its existence the company reported over $100,000 in outstanding insurance policies. They have now established branches and agencies in all the more important towns in Arizona and the business is growing by leaps and bounds. They have paid many claims in sick and death benefits and stand ready to pay any legitimate claim that may be presented. Their rule is: 'Sickness or Accident Benefits paid weekly; Death Benefit paid 24 hours after proof of death.' The company now has over 3,000 policy holders throughout Arizona and there is not a dissatisfied customer among them. The Western Mutual is destined to become a bulwark of strength in the commercial life of the colored people in Arizona. The California Hat Cleaning & Dye Works, at 224 East Adams street, of which Mrs. Della King is proprietor, is an institution of which we are justly proud. Mrs. King is a finished hatter and numbers among her customers some of the leading citizens of the state. She does both a wholesale and retail business, shipping to all parts of the state. Her work stamps her the best hatter in the state of Arizona. She has been at the present location for the past six years and her business continues to grow. The Tennessee Shoemaker, C. S. V. Jones, at 222 East Adams street is among the leading business men of the race in this city. He has been in business here for the past twelve years and enjoys a liberal Page Twenty-three patronage from the people of both races. The B. B. Second Hand Store at 419 East Washington street, is among the truly progressive business enterprises of our race in this city. Mr. B. Banks, the proprietor, enjoys the reputation of being absolutely square in all his dealings, and his friends are legion. He carries in stock all kinds of Ladies' and Men's clothing, shoes, hats, trunks, suitcases, guns and ammunition, jewelry, in fact, most anything you want. His boast is that if he hasn't the article you want, he will get it for you. Mr. Banks has been in business for more than seven years and is rated a safe business man. The Fifth Avenue Shop at 11 So. Fifth Avenue, is an ideal cleaning and pressing establishment conducted by Mrs. B. Durando, who specializes in pleating and fancy pressing. Prior to the opening of this place, Mrs. Durando was employed by McKean's, the largest cleaning and dye works in the state. She was with them five years and is rated as the best in her line of work ever employed by this company. Her business is growing and her customers all speak highly of her work. Several restaurants are conducted by members of the race. One at the St. Louis Hotel, 607 East Jefferson street, of which Mrs. E. L. Lewis is proprietor. Here, first-class home-cooking is the method employed and they give you SERVICE with a smile. Another at 31 So. 2nd Street, conducted by Mrs. D. Kendricks, account of which is given elsewhere in this issue, is one of the most popular eating places in the city. Mr. Lee conducts a popular restaurant at 210 East Jefferson which is well patronized. Mr. Jones has a barbecue stand and restaurant at 120 N. 3rd street that is the Mecca for hungry people, and he is doing a thriving business. Other lunch stands and restaurants of more or less importance are conducted by members of the race in various sections of the city and all are doing well. A first class Confectionery and thirst emporium is conducted by Mrs. C. B. Coleman at 1445 East Jefferson street, and she is doing a land office business Another confectionery and grocery is conducted by a colored man at 723 East Jefferson street He is doing a flourishing business. Barber Shops galore are conducted by members of the race in all sections of the city. Messrs Wynne Page Twenty-four and Bryant conduct a neat little barber shop at 615 So. 7th Avenue that is becoming quite popular. The People's Barber Shop at 607 East Jefferson street is among the most popular shops in the city. Mr. Goodall is the proprietor and is a first class tonsorial artist. Hall's Shop at 33 So. 2nd street is well patronized by members of the race and they do a splendid business. Other shops, too numerous to mention, are scattered throughout the city, and all are busy and prosperous. Shoe Shining parlors and stands are almost as numerous as barber shops, and the proprietors keep smiling, which indicates a prosperous business. The Valley Cleaning Works and Second Hand Store conducted by Mr. L. A. McCarty at 17 So. 4th street is a growing enterprise and the proprietor is an experienced business man. For many years he conducted a mercantile business in Prescott, Arizona, and also in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He can supply all your needs in the clothing line and give you a first class job of cleaning and pressing. Howard's Salon Studio at 9 So. Fifth Avenue, is the only exclusive designing and dressmaking establishment in the city conducted by a member of the race. Mme. Mary Frances Howard, the proprietor, is a finished dressmaker and designer, and has the reputation of being the best in the state. She caters to the trade and numbers among her customers some of the leading women of the state. Her studio is one of the most attractive places in the city and reflects the artistic taste and skill of the proprietor. An ideal neighborhood grocery is conducted by Mr. J. W. Southall at 1400 East Madison street and he has a large family trade. Mr. Clarence Green conducts a Second Hand store at 145 So. 2nd St., and is doing a good business. Mr. Green carries a run stock of everything. He buys and sells most anything, from a tooth pick to a battleship. Recreation halls and milliard parlors are not so numerous. Only two of any consequence are conducted by members of the race. Messrs Payne and Carter are the proprietors and they conduct their establishments in an orderly manner. Needless to say they enjoy a liberal patronage, for all work and no play is said to have a depressive influence on the mind. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Of real estate men, we have a large number, M. H. Shelton, 522 East Washington street, being the leading member as well as the oldest dealer in the city. Mr. Shelton has sold hundreds of homes and farms to colored people and has opened up a number of sub-divisions. Portland Tract and Acre City are two of the most prominent subdivisions opened by him. H. H. Rice, of 216 East Washington street, Credille and McCarty of 19 So. Fourth Street, and E. Jackson Temple of 430 East Jefferson street, are the other real estate operators, and all are doing a thriving business. Several transfer lines are operated by members of the race. The Red Ball express, The Lewis Transfer Co. and the Tannehill Express are among the more prominent express and delivery service companies. A. L. Stitt, 623 West Grant street, conducts one of the most up-to-date tailoring and cleaning establishments in Phoenix. Mr. Stitt has had over twenty years' experience as a tailor and he knows his stuff. W. B. Scott, 412 So. 7th avenue, conducts a variety shop and has a large and growing patronage. He carries a complete line of second hand goods, does cleaning and pressing and operates a barber shop in connection. Mrs. Luther Parker, 547 East Jefferson street, operates one of the finest hairdressing and beauty shops in the state. She uses the Madam C. J. Walker system of hair and beauty culture and the ladies of this community are the most beautiful to be found anywhere, due to the fact that they go to Mrs. Parker for their work. Mrs. H. L. Dean, of 545 East Jefferson street, operates the only exclusive manicuring shop in the city. Men as well as women customers are served, and needless to say she has a large trade. Of garages and automobile repair shops we have four. The Central garage at 28 So. First street, owned by Frank L. Eckford; Well's garage, at 1127 East Washington street, owned by E. L. Wells; BIII Williams Auto Repair and Paint shop at 15 So. 4th street; Lane's garage, at 611 So. 7th avenue, owned by Chas. J. Lane. There also are a number of wash racks operated by members of the race, and all are doing a thriving business. Mrs. E. Skidmore Pannell's Confectionery and Cigar stand at 210 East Adams street, is a credit to the race and compares favorably with any similar business in the city. Professions Among the professions we can boast of three practicing physicians, one lawyer and two newspaper men. The physicians all are outstanding men and enjoy a large practice among the colored people and Spanish-Americans. Dr. W. C. Hackett, the first colored physician to locate in Phoenix, is the founder and general manager of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Hospital and Sanatorium at 1342 East Jefferson street. This hospital is a credit to the race and is the outstanding achievement of Dr. Hackett. Dr. N. B. Greenlee came to the city only a short time ago but has succeeded in building up a wonderful practice. His services are in demand by a large group of our people. Dr. A. A. McDonald, who has been in the city about three years, is rated among the best physicians in the state, white or colored. His army experience with the Medical Corps and his extensive practice in Texas before coming to Arizona, easily places him in the front ranks. He enjoys a liberal patronage from both races and is prominent in lodge and church circles. His likeness and a sketch of his work appear elsewhere in this issue. Attorney Robt. L. Fortune has been practicing law in the state for the past three years, and has succeeded in winning his way into the hearts of the people of this city. The record shows that he has won nine-tenths of all the cases he has handled, and we think that is a pretty good record for three years' continuous practice. W J. Jones is the editor and publisher of the Western Dispatch, which was started last January and is published weekly. Mr. Jones is a printer, and this knowledge is helpful in his chosen profession. He is married, owns his home and is a good citizen. The Phoenix Tribune, of which this magazine, The Arizona American is a supplement, is the oldest and only Negro paper that enjoys a state wide as well as National circulation. A. R. Smith, the editor and owner, also the writer of this article, established the Tribune over eight years ago when the colored population of Phoenix was less than 1000 inhabitants, and today we are proud to say that our family of readers exceeds 10.000 souls. Homes As home owners and home buyers, the colored people of Pnoenix have made considerable progress in recent years. They are now paying taxes on real estate holdings to the value of One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars, and the end is not yet. They are entering more and more into gainful occupations and very few idle people of our group are seen on the streets. Contrary to popular notion, this group has many fine minds and many of the families live in excellent homes and in them cultivate the finer and better things of life. And these perhaps, give more in service to their fellowman than an equal number of any other group on earth. We strive to impress the value of being honest, thrifty and industrious, and on the side of the law, order and the enforcement of law. We are grateful for all that our white friends have done for us throughout the passing years, and those who help now; and surely, we may ask, in the light of justice and right, because of what we have done and given in peace and war in the years that are gone, and what we sacrificed on the altar of mankind in the Great World War, that we may have a fair opportunity, the right to work and the chance to rise. All of the thoughtful men and women of both races should desire these things. Through understanding and co-operation we shall attain them. CARD OF THANKS th to thank the many friends for sympathy and loving kindness wonderfully manifested due to illness and death of one, Robert McConnell, who came away on the 20th inst. Esso do we thank the Order of Owls, which organization has of funeral arrangements. We wish to thank the many friends for their sympathy and loving kindness so wonderfully manifested during the illness and death of our loved one, Robert McConnell, who passed away on the 20th inst. Especially do we thank the Order of Oddfellows, which organization had charge of funeral arrangements. Mrs. Beatrice J. Clark. Mrs. Elizabeth McConnell. Titania, the beautiful maiden in Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream, fell desperately in love with a donkey. Which is not an unusual thing for a maiden to do. Nearly everybody seems to try to qualify for the open championship contest in the National Association of Prevaricators. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Local Happenings Annual Conference Held The annual conference of M. E. church for the C. zona District was held in Phoenix at the local C. M. the Rt. Rev. C. H. Phi ing. The Bishop was and the conference report that the ministers unce been faithful to their tru ing the appointments of church was left without for the present and the tor, Rev. M. Thompson, presiding elder. The siding elder, Rev. Z. who has served 11 ye capacity, was stationed in Texas, by request. Rev. was sent to Las Crucus, other ministers given go The Rev. J. A. Marti ville, Tenn., head of School department of the church, was a visitor many interesting and talks during the conreren Phillips, Dr. Martin, th and delegates were rota tained by Phoenix citr their stay in the city. The annual conference of the C. M. E. church for the California-Arizona District was held recently in Phoenix at the local C. M. E. church, the Rt. Rev. C. H. Phillips presiding. The Bishop was at his best and the conference reports showed that the ministers under him had been faithful $ t_{0} $ their trust. In reading the appointments the Phoenix church was left without a pastor for the present and the former pastor, Rev. M. Thompson, was made presiding elder. The former presiding elder, Rev. Z. Z. Johnson, who has served 11 years in that capacity, was stationed at El Paso, Texas, by request. Rev. N. E. White was sent to Las Crucus, N. M., and other ministers given good stations. The Rev. J. A. Martin of Nashville, Tenn., head of the Sunday School department of the C. M. E. church, was a visitor and made many interesting and instructive talks during the conference. Bishop Phillips, Dr. Martin, the preachers and delegates were royally entertained by Phoenix citizens during their stay in the city. ```markdown ``` Purchase Ideal Home Mr. Gentry of Denver brother of Mrs. Denwood Monroe street, is a re and has purchased throu H. Rice Realty Co., home at 1204 East Was Mr. Gentry of Denver, Colo., a brother of Mrs. Denwoodie, 110 East Monroe street, is a recent arrival and has purchased through the H. H. Rice Realty Co., the modern home at 1204 East Washington St. ```markdown ``` Here From California Mrs. M. MacLemore, of cisco, Calif., is the hour Mr. and Mrs. Perry Payne 3rd street. She plans to an indefinite time. The mer Mrs. Payne visited Lemore while spending I on the coast. Mrs. M. MacLemore, of San Francisco, Calif., is the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. Perry Payne of 64 So. 3rd street. She plans to remain for an indefinite time. The past summer Mrs. Payne visited Mrs. McLemore while spending her vacation on the coast. ```markdown ``` Returned to Douglas The Rev. W. T. Thornturned to the A. M. Douglas by Bishop A. the last Annual Confermakes Rev. Thornton's at Douglas. The Rev. W. T. Thornton was returned to the A. M. church at Douglas by Bishop A. J. Carey at the last Annual Conference. This makes Rev. Thornton's third year at Douglas. Returns from Oklahoma Mrs. Edgar Wells, teal East Lake school, has re Guthrie, Okla., where she on account of the death er. Mrs. Edgar Wells, teacher in the East Lake school, has returned from Guthrie, Okla., where she was called on account of the death of her father. Page Twenty-five the past six months in Atlantic City, Eastern cities Mr. named to Phoenix and reports conditions, money plentiful, nevertheless, Phoenix is the only A. to spend the aces Howard, who a course in cut at Bleek's Studio, has opened a do at 9 South 5th will receive stu ning and cutting. Howard is well glades of Phoenix a dressmaker and be excelled. to Mr. and Mrs. East Washington baby girl. Moth- doing fine. The r, but will never Genuine Havanas the day at Stell's on North Central zed of Jericho is the oage recently ory by Mrs. Banks alif. Some of the of Phoenix are s of this new orr to become quite son of 910 West who a snort time wire ror Los An- a lucrative posi- d will remain in- Having spent the past visiting relatives in Atl N. J., and other Eastern Floyd Shomo returned to few days ago. He reports good in the east, mone and everybody happy, n he says that Phoenix is place in the U. S. A. to winter. Having spent the past six months visiting relatives in Atlantic City, N. J., and other Eastern cities Mr. Floyd Shomo returned to Phoenix a few days ago. He reports conditions good in the east, money plentiful and everybody happy, nevertheless, he says that Phoenix is the only place in the U. S. A. to spend the winter. Mme. Mary Frances Hore recently completed a counting and designing at Blen in New York City, has down town studio at 96 avenue, where she will residents or do designing a for customers. Mme. How known among the ladres and her work as a dress designer can not be exce Mme. Mary Frances Howard, who recently completed a course in cutting and designing at Bleek's Studio in New York City, has opened a down town studio at 9 South 5th avenue, where she will receive students or do designing and cutting for customers. Mme. Howard is well known among the lares of Phoenix and her work as a dressmaker and designer can not be excelled. Born recently to Mr. Stell Jordan, 1022 East Street, a bouncing baby g er and daughter doing a father may recover, but I look the same. Genuine are the order of the day tonsorial parlors on Nor avenue. Born recently to Mr. and Mrs. Stell Jordan, 1022 East Washington street, a bouncing baby girl. Mother and daughter doing fine. The father may recover, but will never look the same. Genuine Havanas are the order of the day at Stell's tonsorial parlors on North Central avenue. The Heroines of Jericho name of a new lodge reorganized in this city by M of Los Angeles, Calif. Seleading women of Pham among the members of the der and it bids fair to be popular in Phoenix. The Heroines of Jericho is the name of a new lodge recently organized in this city by Mrs. Banks of Los Angeles, Calif. Some of the leading women of Phoenix are among the members of this new order and it bids fair to become quite popular in Phoenix. Mr. Saul Henderson of Buchanan street, who a ago left with his wire rogeles, has accepted a luci tion in that city and will definitely. Mr. Saul Henderson of 910 West Buchanan street, who a snort time ago left with his wire ror Los Angeles, has accepted a lucrative position in that city and will remain indefinitely. Williams Purchase Home Mr. and Mrs. John Will recently purchased a lot, 14th street and East W and plan to erect a mo real soon. They also have a bright new touring car riding in style. nn Williams have a lot, corner of East Washington, a modern home so have purchased ing car and are Mr. and Mrs. John Williams have recently purchased a lot, corner of 14th street and East Washington, and plan to erect a modern home real soon. They also have purchased a bright new touring car and are riding in style. Mrs. Marion Noble, of Jefferson street, received news of the death of her Laura Cannon of Topeka, Mrs. Marion Noble, or 1310 East Jefferson street, received the sad news of the death of her sister, Mrs. Laura Cannon of Topeka, Kans. Mr. Shomo Returns ```markdown ``` Opens Studio ```markdown ``` Bouncing Baby Girl ```markdown ``` New Lodge Organized ```markdown ``` Has Good Position ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` Receives Sad News Wear While You Pay Funk JEWELRY CO. 46 W. Washington St. We Furnish Your Home On Convenient Credit Terms We will furnish your home complete with a small payment down with a convenient monthly payment, without interest, on the balance. Your Credit Is Good DORRIS-HEYMAN FURNITURE CO. Frank E. Coles, Pres. PHOENIX, ARIZONA HATS CLEANED and BLOCKED California Hat Cleaners 224 East Adams St. Phoenix Mrs. Della King, Prop. Phone 7619 A Real Food— DONOFRIO'S ICE CREAM Cooling, Refreshing, Invigorating Phones 1681 and 4301 PHOENIX ARIZONA PHOENIX ARIZONA PHOENIX MEAT COMPANY at Arcade Market 1st. St. and Washington Quality and Service ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Classified Directory AGENTS WANTED SALES PEOPLE-Make $80.00 per week. Pay advanced. We deliver Outfit FREE. Men's suits, coats, hats, sweaters, underwear, patent features not in stores. Ladies' dresses, coats, novelties, etc SureFit Co. Care Station "B" Kansas City, Mo. KEYS Fitted and Duplicated LETIS R. TEMPLIN 142 Adams St. Phone 5058 FOR SALE WATCH PORTLAND TRACTS GROW Lots 52x1471/2 ft. 20 ft. alley, Gas Light and Water. $265 and up-$15 cash-$5 per month. In the Industrial location of Arizona. Tract near $1,000,000 Packing Co., $1,000,0000 Cement Plant to be constructed. M. H. SHELTON FOR SALE-Ladies' coat and several dresses, size 36-38. In good condition. Reasonable. 612 N. 4th St. FOR RENT--Modern furnished rooms. Raesonable rates. 1229 East Washington St. CHICAGO PAINT STORE L. J. Lawlor, Prop. Picture Framing Wall Paper, Paints, Varnishes, Etc. Phone 7532. 336 E. Washington St. Phoenix. Arizona THE GEO. F. MERRYMAN CO. Undertakers and Embalmers 124 North Second Avenue Phoenix Phoenix TWO BITS I am 25 cents. I am not on speaking terms with the butcher. I am too small to buy a quart of ice cream. I am not large enough to purchase a box of candy. I am too small to buy a ticket to the movies. I am hardly fit for a tip, but believe me, when I go to church on Sunday, I am considered SOME MONEY. When a man comes to you for advice and you counsel him against his own opinions, he loses all respect for your judgment. IF YOU WANT— Good Merchandise-Fine Treatment Honest Dealing-The Lowest Prices Terms to Suit-Then you should come to The Standard Furniture Co., Inc 237 West Washington St. Phone 1551 PHOENIX ARIZONA PHOENIX ARIZONA WESTERN MUTUAL BENEFIT ASS'N, INC. WESTERN MUTUAL BENEFIT ASS'N, INC. Life is one serious game of unexpected happenings, more so when you are not insured and when others are depending upon you. Insure in the Western Mutual and you will get the best contract on the market. We pay our sick claims promptly and death benefits 24 hours after proof of death. G. S. Rodgers, Pres. and Gen. Mgr. Office 25 North 11th Street Phoenix ::: Arizona GOOD PLUMBING THEY SAY - KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY! PLUMBING Lovett's Little Plumber THE doctor pays more visits to the home where the drainage is bad and the plumbing out of order than he does to a sanitary house. When you're figuring your expenses for the year you should consider thoughtfully the necessity of installing in your home a proper plumbing system. Then you should talk with us. S. C. LOVETT 623 N. 6th St. PHONE 6531 ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement --- WASHER WILSON'S SURPLUS STOCK SALE of new and rebuilt ELECTRIC WASHERS "I Make It Easy for People to Lie" FROM BAL MATTRE PATENT PROCESS We are making a complete clear-away of surplus stocks from all our stores in Arizona and have gathered them together in our Phoenix Store for complete clean-up. Every washer and ironer has been carefully inspected, overhauled and all worn parts replaced with new ones. Each machine in this sale carries our guarantee for satisfactory service. The prices are very, very low, and the plan of purchase is so easy that it places these labor saving appliances within the reach of every family. With every washer or ironer on which a $20 payment is made at the time of purchase, we will give a pretty dinner set of 32 pieces, FREE! WASHER WILSON STORE 16 Arizona's Greatest Washing Machine Store 244 West Washington S. Telephone 7209 NOTICE TO AUTOMOBILE OWNERS NOTICE TO AUTOMOBILE OWNERS The new Motor Vehicle Title law and Operator's Permit law goes into effect on October 1st, 1925. All automobile owners must get a Certificate of Title for his car and an Operator's Permit to drive between October 1st and December 31st, 1925. If the automobile owner will kindly fill out these application blanks and return by mail, the Certificate of Title blank to the Secretary of State and the Operator's application to the County Assessor of their respective counties, it will be of great assistance to those administering the law, who will issue Certificate of Title and Operator's Permit, and return to you by mail, which will relieve all congestion, delay and inconvenience and avoid the expense of extra clerical hire. THE SECRETARY OF STATE IS MAILING APPLICATION BLANKS TO EVERY AUTOMOBILE OWNER REGISTERED IN 1925. Page Twenty-eight Phone 3504 GRAVES Indian Shop GRAVES Indian Shop Navajo Rugs and Silver Indian Baskets, Mexican Goods and Artistic Jewelry G. G. SKILES, 16 North Cen Indian Trader PHOENIX, AUTOMATIC HEAT ALWAYS ON TAP JUST LIKE YOUR RUNNING WATER AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS. Homes and buildings kept within two days of the desired temperature regardless of weather conditions outside. And all the one without any attention from you or any one else. Mail this ad and receive our book "New Facts About Oil Heating." That tells you how and why to burn oil for heat. Oil-O-Matic Heating & Plumbing Co. 0 E. Monroe St. Phone 490 BELLE OF THE VALLEY BUTTER AUTOMATIC ON TAP JE RUNNING W TRIC LIGHT Homes and build grees of the desi of weather cond done without a any one else. M book "New Fact tells you how an Oil-O-Matic 20 E. Monroe S BELLE O BU AUTOMATIC HEAT ALWAYS ON TAP JUST LIKE YOUR RUNNING WATER AND ELEC TRIC LIGHTS. Homes and buildings kept within two degrees of the desired temperature regardless of weather conditions outside. And all this done without any attention from you or any one else. Mail this ad and receive our book "New Facts About Oil Heating." That tells you how and why to burn oil for heat. Oil-O-Matic Heating & Plumbing Co. 20 E. Monroe St. Phone 4907 BELLE OF THE VALLEY BUTTER "Always a Good Butter" Also Manufacturers of Full Cream Cheese Pasteurized Milk and Cream All products pure and of high quality. Insist that your Grocer furnish these products. Farmers Co-operative Creamery Company 22 N. Third St. --- ```markdown ``` ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement T 16 North Central PHOENIX, ARIZ. IT ALWAYS LIKE YOUR WATER AND ELEC- it within two de- rature regardless side. And all this on from you or and receive our Heating." That burn oil for heat. Plumbing Co. Phone 4907 E VALLEY TER Phone 6588 SELLING OUT Now is your chance to buy Modern 6-room house, 1222 Two houses on corner lot ranch with improvements equities in many other site EASY T City homes $300 and up Ranch lands $30 per acre See now is your chance to buy property below cost modern 6-room house, 1222 E. Adams, only $2250 two houses on corner lot, only $3000. Ten acre ranch with improvements, $7,500. I also have equities in many other sites. EASY TERMS City homes $300 and up. Payments like rent ranch lands $30 per acre and up. See Now is your chance to buy property below cost. Modern 6-room house, 1222 E. Adams, only $2250. Two houses on corner lot, only $3000. Ten acre ranch with improvements, $7,500. I also have equities in many other sites. City homes $300 and up. Payments like rent. Ranch lands $30 per acre and up. H. H. RICE Exide Batteries 216 E. Washington or 438 E. Jefferson We Deal with the Best Colored People in the Valley Exide Batteries Bosch Product 216 E. Washington or 438 E. Jefferson We Deal with the Best Colored People in the Valley T. H. SPAULDING Battery and Electrical Repairing Adams and Third Ave. BAYLESS - PAY LESS - BAYLESS BARGE EVERY BAYLESS & MA BARGAINS EVERY DAY at BAYLESS GROCERY & MARKETS It Pays to Pay Cash Buy from Bayless and You'll Pay Less We deliver $5.00 orders and up in the city Free. 100 lbs. sugar excepted 3 Stores Phone 6121—2nd St. and E. Van Buren Phone 6117—17th Ave. & W. Jefferson BAYLESS — PAY LESS — BAYLESS --- Page Twenty-nine OUT perty below cost. ams, only $2250. 3000. Ten acre I also have ents like rent. Jefferson able in the Valley PHONE 6370 INS AY OCERY TS ash BAYLESS - PAY LESS - BAYLESS - --- | ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Page Three DODGE BROTHERS Motor Vehicles Constant Improvement without yearly models has resulted in exceptional dependability and comfort at lowest cost. McARTHUR BROTHERS S. Central & Madison Phone 4321 PHOENIX, ARIZONA ¥ OWL DRUG ST 0 RES p A Chain of Progressive Drug Stores Worthy of the Great Salt River Valley Phoenix and community now have a chain of modern, up-to-date drug stores under one progressive management, always on the alert to give the people of the Salt River Valley the most convenient, dependable and courteous service possible. Quality is our watchword. You will find our stocks always fresh and of standard high quality, Only Standard Quality Drugs and Sundries Sold You can depend on anything you buy from an Owl Drug Store. From health-restoring prescriptions to beauty cream, everything will be of one standard of high, pure quality. Our service is uni- formly courteous and obliging—and we expect to constantly improve, for the Owl Drug Stores is a progressive organization and will ever keep pace with the growth and progress of this wonder- ful Salt River Valley. Trustworthy Efficient Prescription Department After the doctor leaves, life or death may depend on the care in filling his prescription and the purity of the drugs used. You can well trust this important task to our Prescription Departments, as they are manned by skilled, experienced pharmacists who use nothing but the highest quality of drugs and chemicals on the market. In an emergency, make use of our phone service. You will find us ever dependable and our prices reasonable. 66 39 OWL DRUG There Is One Near You C 0 M PA N y First Ave. and Second St. and 319 East Mesa 4 Adams Washington Washington Arizona E. C. MASON, PROPRIETOR es" CLOTHES) until 8 P. M. Weekly anti 10. |ON CREDIT| °°" For the First Time In History This Com- munity Will Enjoy the Privilege of Pay CHEERFUL Pay While While Wearing R Wearing With a Complete Fall Line of Men’s and Ladies’ Garments ON CREDIT | Pc (COMPANY (x. Tatercat “Home of Cheerful Credit”| Ajteration Added 224 E. Washington St. | Charges | Phoenix, Arizona Page Thirty = 1) Local Happenings Banquet Served The Junior Stewardesses of Tan- ner Chapel A, M. E. church, were hostesses at an elaborate banquet given the past week in the church parlors. Over thirty guests were seated around the festive board and a sumptuous repast was served. Mr. Ed Lewis presided as toastmaster and introduced the speakers who made interesting three-minute talks. Mrs. M. H. Hagler is president and Mrs, E. W. CorlisS secretary of the Junior Stewardesses. All honor and praise to this splendia group of la- dies who are doing real work for the church. + + + To Enter New Church The Sunday school and congrega- tion of the First Colored Baptist church will hold their first services in the new $20,000.00 structure Sunday. The dedicatory services will be held in the afternoon at 3 o'clock, at which time there will be addresses by prominent Divines from Los Angeles, El Paso, and other cities in the Southwest. Leading citizens of Phoenix also will appear on the program and it is planned to make this a red letter day in the history of the First Colored Baptist church. FUrenase Vista var Mr. and Mrs. M. A. White of 1638 East Jefferson street, have pur- chased a bright new »:axwell Sedan and are now riding in style, The Whites formerly owned a Maxwell touring car, but thoussi a closed car better for winter. Mr. and Mrs. White are among our most progres- sive citizens; active m cnurch work and interested in all civic affairs tending to the uplift of the race. We are justly proud of them and wish we had more citizens like them. Mr, White is Deputy Grand Master of Masons for Arizona and Jurisdiction. Sent From Omaha The Rev. Fred Divers of the Kan- sas Conference, former pastor of Bethel A. M. E, church in Omaha, Neb., was assigned to the A, M. BE church in Tucson by Bishop A. J, Carey. The Rev. Mr. sivers went and looked over the field, remained only two weeks and is now in Cal- ifornia under Bishop H. B. Parks. Tucson did not look good to him. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement New Hudson-Essex Deaier Mr. Frank Eckford, proprietor of the Central Garage on South 1st street, has secured the agency as associate dealer in new rfudson and Essex automobiles. Mr, f&ckford is the first colored man in Phoenix to secure the agency for new autos. Now, when you are ready to buy your Hudson or Essex coach, see Mr. Eckford. The price and terims are the same as all Hudson and Es- sex dealers. te + Quietly Married Mr. Dallas Panell, of Tucson, Ariz., and Mrs, E. Skidmore of this city were united in the holy bonds vf matrimony recently by the Rev. R. H. Harbert. The groom will return to Phoenix early in December to make his home here. oe + & Stop, Look, Listen! If you want your shoes shined and want it done right, see Lucas at 9 North 2nd St.—Advt. Passes to Reward Mrs. Mary Russell, of Ajo, Ariz., a niece of Mrs, M. B. Brown of this city, died Sunday evening at a local hospital. Funrel was held from Shilo Baptist church. Passes to Reward Mr. J. T. Peck, of Magnolia Ave., died a few days ago, following a lin- gering illness, and funeral services were held at McClellan's Undertak- ing parlors. His wife survives him. An Invitation To every lady in the city to visit our newly opened cutting and de- signing salon, We cut, design and if you desire, finish your gown. Instructions given students in the art of cutting and designing. HOWARD’S SALON STUDIO Mme. M. F. Howard, Directing Formerly designer for Kathlyn Williams, New York film star. Number Nine, South Fifth Ave. ARIZONA ROSE FOR EVERY BAKING PURPOSE TEMPE MILLING CO.. TEMPE ARIZONA ROSE FLOUR Arizona Rose Flour This is the Flour that deserves a place in your kitchen BEST FOR BISCUITS and ALL HOME BAKING Guaranteed Unconditionally Ask your grocer for Arizona Rose Flour Southwest Flour & Feed Co. Phoenix, Arizona Tempe Milling Company Tempe, Arizona DR. A. A. McDONALD NORTON DAIRY CO. Our plant is equipped to handle milk products in the most sanitary manner, thus assuring the public of the highest quality. This is proven by the fact that we have won first prizes for both Grade "A" and Grade "B" Milk and Cream at the last three Arizona State Fairs. [Name] Phones: Office .....6475 Residence .....6211 6475 6211 NOR Grade "A" Our plant manner, proven b "A" and Fairs. Quality SERVICE Since we established our office in Phoenix, over three years ago, our sole aim has been to give conscientious SERVICE to the public. We believe that our large and growing practice is due to superior service. In addition to our regular practice, we have successfully performed over Twenty major operations at the Booker T. Washington Memorial hospital; three at St. Joseph's and two at St. Luke's. Two years' service in the Army Medical Department, and five years' practice in the State of Texas, eminently qualifies us to serve your medical needs. Office Hours: 9 to 12 A. M. 2 to 5 P. M. Sunday by Appointment Physician and Surgeon 238 East Washington St., Phoenix, Ariz. Y CO. d Buttermilk st sanitary y. This is both Grade izona State npany Service MORE AND BETTER PEOPLE ARE BUYING VANCE ILK and HONEY BREAD that bread is the family's most important item of diet, we recognize our responsibility to you. ANCE BROTHERS BAKERY Third Avenue and Jefferson VANCE MILK and HONEY BREAD Knowing that bread is the family's most important item of diet, we recognize our responsibility to you. VANCE BROTHERS BAKERY Third Avenue and Jefferson Good-will is the product of good service."-F. H. Sisson, Guaranty Trust Company, New York. We agree! Good-will is the product of good service."-F. H. Sisson, Guaranty Trust Company, New York. Twisting Mr. Sisson's declaration a bit, let us add: "Good service is a product of good-will." For without the good-will of its customers no utility can produce good service. Service That Pleases For without the good-will of its customers no utility can produce good service. We can—and do! Thanks to your good-will. --- Page Four A Knowing that bread is VANCE Good-will i anty Trust Comp We agree! Utility Service That Pleases Pleases For without produce go C ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement GOOD WILL We Can—and Do Utility Service That Pleases CENTRAL ARIZONA LIGHT & POWER COMPANY PHOENIX - ARIZONA ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Page Five hme mmeaaammmmamaaaaaamaaseaamaaaamamaaaamaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaasaaaaaaaaaaamaasaaaataaaaaaa aaa rere RRA OR RN SANE LANNE ROSSER RETRO, FMD OF i SHIRES 1 ARR MEARE RS RP ASE OS GATY, ITE IESE PITRE A EET ITE IESE TE EDT SLL TE TES The average American community has become so thoroughly innoculated with the “booster” spirit that it no longer is the privilege of a few to acclaim to the world the wonders of any city or particular locality. So Phoenix, in its claims as a thriving, growing and prospering community, is unlike the rest only in the respect that it per- mits you to measure its degree of growth in population and wealth. This is accom- plished through the submission of the following comparative figures: Popmeuon, Agni, 1928 ee eUe Popeintien, April, 1926 08s. eee rk th ae B00 (This is a Net Increase of 9,700, or 29.57% in Two Years Time) Hank Deposits, April, 1923 2. Lleol SIS B11 012 28 Bank Deposits, January, 1925......................_................. $20,083,411.88 (This is a Net Gain of $5,706,399.60 or a Percentage of Gain in visible Cash Asssets of 28.71%) Auto Licenses, 1922 a : iii ea ee Alto. Licenses, 1927 3 ee ae (The Net Gain in number of Automobiles in Maricopa County was 6,828 and the Percentage of Gain 47.74.) Building Permits, 1924 year.....2.000 SEO R G26 Building Permits, January to October, 1925 _............... $2,696,701.40 These figures demonstrate this fact: That Phoenix is enjoying a growth second to no city in the Southwest and prob- ably second to no city in the nation. It is not a “boom” growth, either. Phoenix long since has passed the experimental stages. It is builded on the most stable and lasting of all industries—agriculture. In addition to its advantages as a center for one of the richest agricultural sec- tions in the world, Phoenix has much else to offer — climate, location, an assured source of water supply for agriculture, beautiful residential sections, unexcelled pub- lic schools, splendid churches, low taxes and 400 miles of paved highways immediate- ly adjacent. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement Page Six ARIZONA'S Depend Upon the Honest, Intelligent Application of the Principle of Fair Play The well-being of every citizen of our State is dependent upon the measure of success and prosperity enjoyed by every other citizen. The interests of each section of Arizona is closely interwoven with that of all other districts and localities. The problems and difficulties of wage earners, employers, merchants, farmers and all other classes should be given close, sympathetic study by every citizen who has the welfare of our great State at heart. New Cornelia Copper Company Ajo, Arizona Calumet and Arizona Mining Co. Warren, Arizona Phoenix Colored People Among Most Progressive In The U. S. ARIZONA AMERICAN MAGAZINE SUPPLEMENT TO THE PHOENIX TRIBUNE ESTABLISHED IN 1918 PUBLISHED BY THE TRIBUNE PUBLISHING CO. PHOENIX, ARIZONA Only One Regret In presenting this special edition to our large family of subscribers and the public generally, we are actuated by a desire to put before the world the achievements of the Colored people of Phoenix and the Salt River Valley during the past few years. A brief glance through these pages can not fail to impress you with the fact that the Colored people of Maricopa county, Phoenix in particular, are an important factor in the progress and development of this community. The feature article in this number, according to our first plans, should be a detailed account of the educational system, showing the magnificent building of the colored grammar school and the wonderful colored high school site and building, but—and thereby hangs a tale too sad to relate. The grammar school system and buildings are fair, and Superintendent John D. Loper has promised improvements to meet the demand for more and better buildings. The high school board, composed of J. A. Riggins, Amos A. Betts, R. C. Stanford, H. C. Baldwin and Mrs. Louie Gage Dennett, all upstanding, prominent progressive citizens, are about to blast the hope and ambition of the colored people in an endeavor to place our high school in a location that is wholly unfit and altogether undesirable for a school building of any kind whatsoever. However, we have faith in the ultimate justice and fairness of these upstanding citizens, and believe they will see the wisdom of changing their plans and finally give us a high school in a more desirable location. We had hoped this change would be announced before this issue came off the press, so that we could herald the fact to the world, but we suppose this bit of news will have to be published in our next issue. It will be good news to our readers in whatever issue we are privileged to publish it. Justice is not dead, and the fairminded members of the high school board, will hear our prayer and grant our request for a school in a more prominent and desirable location. ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement According to a recent survey, Arizona's Negro population now exceeds 10,000 inhabitants. Of this number over 3,500 are residents of Maricopa County, and at least 2,700 of these reside in the City of Phoenix. These citizens constitute more than seven per cent of the total population and are doing their share in the upbuilding of this city. In the community at large, indeed, little is known about us as we really are, nevertheless, we have our own agencies through which we work and serve our own and the bigger, outer world. CHURCHES Of these agencies the church is predominant, both in numbers and influence. There is a total of seven churches with an enrollment of about 1,500 members. Thousands of dollars are invested in this property, and some of the churches own very desirable business sites. The ministers, some of them, are products of the best Theological Seminaries, while others through hard work have become leaders in their field. The First Colored Baptist church, corner Fifth and Jefferson streets, is the largest, both in the size of the building and in point of membership. The Rev. Elmer E. Burkhalter, erudite orator and consistent Christian, is pastor of this church. Full account of his work and the activities of this church appear else where in this issue. The A. M. E. church, corner Second and Jefferson streets, is the second largest in point of membership, however, it is the most centrally located church in the city. The Rev. R. H. Harbert, an intellectual giant and a devout Christian gentleman, is pastor of this church and is serving his second year. Much progress has been made during his pastorate and greater things are predicted for the future. The Colored Methodist Episcopal church, corner Seventh and Jefferson streets, is one of the most progressive churches in the city. During the past six years its membership has increased threefold, and the outstanding popularity of this church is unquestioned. The Rev. M. Thompson, a brilliant scholar and preacher of no mean ability, is pastor of this church and at this writing, is rounding out his sixth year. Page Seven Full account of his work appears elsewhere in this issue. The Church of God in Christ, corner Eleventh and Jefferson streets, is a new church that has sprung up here in the past few years, nevertheless, its influence is being felt and it has a large and growing membership. The Rev. J. W. Taylor, an exemplary Christian gentleman, is pastor of this church and is doing a great work in Phoenix. Shiloh Baptist church, corner of Ninth avenue and Buckeye Road, is among the coming churches of the city and bids fair to take its place in the front ranks. The Rev. J. H. Whatley, an experienced preacher and an upright Christian, is pastor of this church. Recently, they moved into their new edifice which now houses this congregation, and the building is a credit to the community. Rev. J. H. Whatley is known in Phoenix as "The Builder-Preacher," and his work here proves that he has been correctly named. This church enjoys a large and growing membership, serving many who reside in the suburban districts. Antioch Baptist church, corner of Eleventh street and Monroe, was established only a few years ago, nevertheless, it is rapidly taking its place among the popular churches of Phoenix. The Rev. S. M. Massey, a staunch Christian and a conscientious minister, is pastor and is doing a great work. The church has enjoyed a marvelous growth and its chief asset is its loyal membership. Some of our best colored citizens are members of this congregation. The Second Church of God in Christ, corner Fourteenth and Madison streets, enjoys the distinction of owning one of the most commodious church edifices in the city. While the membership is small, they are wide awake and progressive. Under the leadership of the Rev. L. L. Britton, who has been pastor of this church for a number of years, they are going forward with a determination to make their presence felt. The Rev. Mr. Britton is an able minister and has lived a clean life in this city. SCHOOLS Next in importance are the schools of this city. Over eighty pupils have enrolled in the High school this (Continued on page 23) THE AMERICAN NEGRO'S CLIMB FROM SLAVERY BRIEFLY TOLD Has Accumulated Billions in Industrial School and Church Property in Last Sixty Years Page Eight TUSKEGEE, INSTITUTE, Ala. January 1, 1866, may be reckoned as the date on which the American colored man received his first chance to make real progress. Thirteen days before this, that is, on December the eighteenth, 1865, the thirteenth amendment, declaring slavery abolished in the United State, was adopted. The Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 applied only to those states and sections of states then in rebellion against the federal government. There were almost a million slaves who were "for the present left precisely as if this proclamation were not issued." The decree of December 18, however, freed all. On and about the first day of the following January the late masters and the late slaves entered into agreements whereby the former were to furnish the land and the latter the labor to the end that both perchance might live and prosper. Thus white and black set to work to rebuild the wasted and devastated South. In this rebuilding the Negro not only tilled the soil of the South, cleared her forests and helped to build her cities, but in fifty-nine years he has himself made a remarkable progress. The extent of this progress is shown in what follows: Economic Progress Homes owned, 1866, 1200; 1925, 600,000. gain, 588,000. Farms operated: 1866, 20,000; 1925, 1,000,000; gain 980,000. Businesses conducted: 1866, 2,100; 1925, 50,000; gain, 47,900. Wealth: 1866, $20,000,000; 1925, $1,- 100,000,000; gain $1,080,000,000. Educational Progress Per cent literate: 1866, 10; 1925, 80; gain 70. Colleges and normal schools: 1866, 15; 1925, 500; gain, 485. Students in public school: 1866, 100,000; 1925, 1,800,000; gain, 1,200,-000. Teachers in all schools, 1866, 600; 1925, 38,000; gain 37,400. Property for higher education, value: 1866 $60,000; 1925, $22,000,000; gain, $21,- 940,000. Annual expenditure for education: 1866, $700,000; 1925, $15,- 000,000; gain, $14,300,000. Raised by Negroes: 1866, $80,000; 1925, $1,600,- 000. Number of churches: 1866, 700; 2 ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement 1925, 42,300; gain 441,600. Number of communicants: 1866, 600,000; 1925, 48,800,000; gains, 4,200,000. Number of Sunday schools: 1866, 1,000; 1925, 46,000; gain 45,000. Sunday school pupils: 1866, 50,000; 1925, 2,250,000; gain, 2,200,000. Value of church property, 1866, $1,500,000; 1925, $85,- 900,000; gain $84,400,000. "Only Shoes On" Phenix, Ariz., Oct. 3, 1925 Editor Tribune, Dear Editor: I wonder if you can help me solve this problem? What are the young people going to come to? I think if our husbands would talk to their wives about their short dresses and advise them to make their skirts a little longer it would help our women to be recognized among men more than they are now. Men have got to the place where they do not want to marry the girls of today, and why? Simply because they don't seem to respect themselves. You can't blame them. Many men don't want a girl that the public has seen almost nude. I feel so ashamed or some of the so-called mothers with their hair bobbed, short dresses and the nerve to go out across the street bare legged. It is a disgrace to go on some of the prominent streets of Phoenix and see young women crossing the street WITH NOTHING BUT SHOES ON! And they are not only single ones, but wives of men who do not approve of their wives going out before other men in such an untidy way. WOMEN, WE CAN MAKE OURSELVES LOOK MORE PRESENTABLE. LET US GET BUSY! An Admirer or Decency. A writer in the Christian Science Monitor complains that the American people have no spiritual ideals. But it cannot be said that they have no ideals about spirits, especially the distilled variety. "A cat may look at a king," but it wouldn't bother if there were a mouse in sight. Wonderful Baby Born Dead in Ohio CINCINNATI, Ohio-When Dr. O. C. Cress, Acting Coroner, was called to 812 Hathaway street yesterday, he discovered a remarkable freak of nature. Mrs. Mamie Smith, 31 years old, wife of Howard Smith Negro, had died just after her babe had been born dead the shock having exacted her life, but it was the babe that attracted particular attention, from a medical standpoint. In examining the babe's body, Dr. Cress noticed that it had five perfectly formed fingers and a thumb upon each hand, and six perfectly formed toes on each foot, while it was equipped with almost a full set of upper and lower teeth. The babe weighed almost 15 pounds. Although six fingers and six toes are not unusual upon human beings, it is seldom that these digits all are perfect, the extra ones usually growing from a different angle and not carrying out the contour of foot or hand, whereas in the case of the Smith babe, all fingers and toes were perfect and the hands and feet well shaped to carry them. Should Be Ostracised If the race is to succeed, it must be united. There is a principle at stake which is paramount to personal dislike. The success of one should arouse pride and inspiration in others to a higher goal in life. The man who will not lay aside the animosity that he entertains against an individual member of his group for the benefit of that group is an enemy and a traitor to every man, woman and child with a dark complexion and should be ostracised from decent society.—North Western Bulletin Appeal. That's the right dope. So many of us are disposed to fight against an individual though he is the best man for the purpose wanted simply because against him they have a personal dislike. No race can succeed until such narrowmindedness is eliminated. Few people are qualified to lead and it seems that few have even sense enough to follow. If the race will stop praying for money and pray for wisdom, in a few years it will be 'way out in front. When a physician advises you to take a month off and rest up, he should also provide the cash to keep up your installments. GLASS for THE OFFICE THE AUTO SASH - DOORS - ROOFING PAPER FRAMED MIRRORS - HARDWOOD FLOORING SOUTHWESTERN SASH & DOOR CO., Inc. 325 West Jackson Street WHOLESALE PHONE 3003 RETAIL Paving Assessments Delinquent After December 1st,1925 Unless current installments of principal and interest on paving assessments under the "Bond Act of 1919" are paid on or before December 1st, 1925, same will, under the law, become delinquent and a penalty of five per cent in addition to advertising cost will be added and the property involved will be subject to sale within thirty days thereafter. Interested property owners are requested to make payment now at Room 6, City Hall, and avoid the usual rush on the last days. Superintendent of Streets of the City of Phoenix, Arizona. Colored Methodist Church Colored Methodist Church The C. M. E. Church was organized in 1911 by Rev. Z. Z. Johnson. Rev. Johnson built this church and was the pastor for six consective years. He was then appointed presiding elder of the Arizona district and at this writing is yet the presiding elder of this district. Rev. A. J. Norris succeeded Elder Johnson as pastor in charge of this church. Rev. Norris did a commendable work. He reduced the indebtedness of the church and also increased its membership. He was the pastor in charge three years. Rev. A. C. Caldwell succeeded Rev. Norris as the pastor in charge of this church. Rev. Caldwell did a great A. B. REV. M. THOMPSON work, he not only increased the membership but paid the church out of debt, which very few preachers do. Rev. Caldwell pastored this church two years. Rev. M. Thompson succeeded Rev. Caldwell, and he is the present pastor of this church. This is Rev. Thompson's sixth year as pastor of this church. This seems to be the crowning year. Peace and harmony prevail. Rev. Thompson has done well during his pastorate of this church. Some of the achievements: New pews have been placed in the church; the parsonage has been made into a modern one. Three new rooms have been added, the old rooms have been remodeled, electric lights and bath have been added, so it is now one of the best parsonages among our colored ministers in the Far West. Rev. Thompson coming to this church six ARIZONA AMERICAN—Tribune Supplement years found 60 members but today this church has a membership of 150. Too much can not be said of the members and friends of this church, during these six years, without any special building plans, this church has raised ($20,000) twenty thousand dollars. Quietly Married Mr. Alfred Smith and Miss Emily Smith were united in the holy bonds of matrimony this week. Miss Smith, the bride, is a charming young lady, daughter of Mrs. Robt. Murphy, and was a member of the Senior Class in the Colored High school. ```markdown ``` To Kansas Conference The Rev. T. J. Sanford, former pastor of Tanner Chapel A. M. E. church in this city, but recently stationed at Pueblo, Colo., transferred to the Kansas Conference and will be assigned to a charge in that district. Page Nine Well-Earned Reward Prof. Benton James, who the past year has been in charge of the colored Grammar school at Mesa, Ariz., has been appointed principal of the Paul Laurence Dunbar Colored school in Tucson, Ariz. Prof. James, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben James, is a native son, graduate of the Phoenix Union High school, and also of the Tempe Teachers' College. Tempe Visitors Mr. and Mrs. Chas. G. Johnson of Tempe, were visitors in Phoenix last Sunday. Mrs. Johnson is possessed of unusual literary ability, both as a writer and elocutionist. Mr. Johnson is employed at the First National Bank in Tempe. Undergoes Operation Mrs. L. Ada Walker of 1122 East Jefferson street, underwent a successful operation a few days ago at St. Joseph's hospital and is now getting along nicely. .