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RAGE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library. VOLUME XXXV, NO. 25 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1918 A LINE OF CREEK ONE DAY OF THE WEEK. The Riddle of the Negro Press. Rev. E. D. Cattie, Richmond, Va. This thing I'd like to know About the Negro Press! This—How the dekence can they go Can make such marked success With such small Negro hep? The truth would dumb you with sur prise Did you but only know how few Of twenty tour add million eyes Of Negroes see the Negro's view! The whites seldom subscribe— They read one papers less! How do our officers provide Their public with a Press? How do they make enough for bread? Weekly for one epiphastic year One dollar and a half Wil take to all both far and near The Negro's Enameh! We cannot claim 'the poverty!' Per year, we like moon strikes, Subscribe for white dames you see That cost from five to seven bucks. We patronize the white man's press And yet when Negro agents seek Subscribe for our Press. Before they even chance to speak We swear we're in distress! Na Negro' should be satisfied To read less have papers than four. One each one from the Western side One North, one South—these if no more! Four Cardinal paper reviews! For it is just imperative To keep a person's mind As his body that it live! Each food sustaining its kind. So give your Press its half and Dollard Once on erasure is one that sum. Pay! or P! take you by the collar. And give you what Pat gave his deum! Don't say you can't. You'll tell a lie Nabbing the strings from that old purse. And send subscriptions to your Press. Or order your casket and hearse! I'm tired of Negroes' monkey business! You have not once a just excuse! You make my collar hatter! The duse! Heart! You old hooby ginner! Right off today without delay! Send your subscription to the Panner A UNIQUE RECORD The recent appointment of Judge Robert H. Terrell, by President Wilson, to succeed himself on the Municipal Court bench of the District of Columbia, and the confirmation of the nomination by the United States Senate last Thursday make a rather unusual record. Judge Terrell is the senior member in point of service of the five members of the Court. He has served sixteen and one half years consecutively. He has been confirmed by the Senate five times. His appointments have come from three Presidents, all of whom are now living. Roosevelt named him twice, Taft once, and Woodrow Wilson twice. He is the only Republican on the bench of the Municipal Court, but has the backing of the lawyers of the District almost to a man without regard to politics. During his career as a Judge he has presided in many cases of great importance to the people of his community. His reappointment meets the heartiest approval of all classes of citizens of the District of Columbia, among whom he has always maintained an unusual popularity. UNION TRUMPS IN THE LUCY SEVENTH. (Py T P Tarner Jr The slinging red and steel aggregation was altogether too much for the light orange and blue sound from Petersburg. The weeping heavens threatened to stop the contest, but Old Sol appeared and bore witness to one of the best games played on Hovey Field for several seasons in which the home boys reigned supreme by the score of 4 to 2. The visitors got away with a flying start but the lucky seventh spelled the defeat for V. N. I. L. Petersburg was the first to tally and tabled again in the third but it was the sixth frame when Union pulled over a lone marker and in the seventh the visitors noticed the dusky gloom of defeat rising over the horizon. Crowder for V. N. I. L. pitched superb ball until the seventh when he began to weaken. B. Goode and Patten were the stars for the orange and blue. Goode scored both runs while Patten played a wonder ful game at shortstop. Scott was a little wild at he beginning but after the third inning settled down and fed the V. N. I. L. boys from all head. The home boys played for me both after the third inning and by their excellent fielding pulled Scott out of several holes. Hunley and Rucker divided the batting travels of the day each getting a double and a triple. OVER THIRTY THOUSAND DOLLARS SUBSCRIBED. The Great Rally at Sharon Baptist Church a Success. President John M. Miller, Jr., Makes Able Address. Other Speakers=Colored People Enthusiastic A meager in the incessant of the third Lorry County Court was held at the Sharon jail. Cotchall last Tuesday arrived in 5:00 o'clock. Mr. John I. Taylor, Secretary- Manager of the rechained Benecil Insurance Company, presided. Mr. A. N. Surrell, Jr., was secretary. Earl or John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank was Master of Ceremonies. Devoted exertions were compiled by Rev. A. S. Thomas, D.D., pastor of the church. Chairman Taylor presented Mr. Mitchell to the and once who an arm imprisoned Hon John M. Milley, Jr., President of the National Bank of this city. AN ENTERTAINING SPEAKER Mr. Mutter in a most entertaining manner gave a brief history of the great struggle and emphasized the necessity of supporting the government in this movement. He showed how the citizens in loying the money to the Government would heap a man, lighten his taxation and aid him personally in winning the war. He told of the remarkable German system, of their extensive and loathsome preparation for the war and concluded with an appeal to the pari'um of every person present. He was applauded at the conclusion of his remarks. MEL. WORTHAM SPEAKS TOO. Hon. Coleman Norham, ex-president of the Chamber of Commerce cook briefly, as did Hon. William T. Dobney. Business Manager of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce. They hurried to the City Auditorium where a mammoth rally meeting had been staged. In the meantime, Right Rev. Charles F. Hamigan Laq entered and he spoke at length in a most entertaining manner of bij campaign throughout the Southland. He had witnessed the great parade at Dallas, Texas in which colored people had paraded the fine being a mile and a half in length. A CALL FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS Mr. Mitchell called for subscriptions to the been and in a short time subscriptions to the amount of ($30,550.) thirty thousand, five hundred and fifty dollars had been subscribed The Southern Aid Society, through its President, Mr. A, D. P, Price subscribed $0,000 and the Rehmann Beneficial Insurance Company through Mr. Taylor subscribed, subject to ratification by his Board, $2,000. Benefaction was announced by Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D. IS WAR A NECESSITY? Friar the ambassadors of the Fifth Street Baptist Young People's Union, this interesting debate will take place next Friday night, May 10; at the Fifth Street Baptist Church. The following program will be rendered: America; marie, Sixth Mt. Zion Q; orchestra; vocal solo, Miss La Vara Brown; affirmatives, Messrs. O, M. Thomas, L. V. Jeffers; negative, Messrs. J, K. Henderson, H, H. Gaines; instrumental duet, Miss Marie Bolling and Hannah Gles; duet, Misses Mildred and Louis Johnson; Judges: Dr. Miles C. Jones, Prof. J. A. Hall, Attorney J. R. Pollard, Roscoe C. Mitchell master of ceremonies. The debaters are students of the Virginia Union University and that guarantees an intelligent presentation of the subject. The price of admission is only ten cents. M. Kate Doyle, president; Estelle Ward R'ley, secretary. FULTON NOTES Last Sunday was clear and beautiful, the sun brought to us joy and gladness as we looked from our windows, we saw at once the handiwork of God. Sergeants E. E. Pittman and Barnes are still holding Fulton on the hill. They are now stationed at Camp Hill, awaiting overseas duty. (See other Fulton News on Page 4) RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1918 PHOTO FORTER GOVERNOR WESTMORELAND DAVIS, Chief Executive of Virginia, The Governor will address a meeting under the auspices of the Colored Y. M. C. A. at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Sunday evening, May 5. THE KINGS MOUNTAIN STUDENT CONFERENCE Kings Mountain, N. C., April 30, Sixth Annual Y. M. C. A. Student Conference will convene at 4:15 Mountain, N. C., May 21th to June 2nd. More than seventy five schools and colleges will send delegates, Speakers and leaders of National tec- tion will conduct the Conference. There will be large exhibitions of Social Service and Volunteer Bible Study Work. Max Vorgan, likely engrained in war work in British East Africa will be present. Shaw Uni- versity, of North Carolina will semi- twenty delegate. The meetings will be held in the Sinclair Academy and/or a school of the American Missionary Associa WILLIAM C. CRAVER Mr. James P. Lloyd, of Waverly, Va. was in the city last week and called on us. Rev. W. C. Adams, of Pocahontas, Va. was in the city this week on business and called on us. Rev. J. W. Wood, of Indianapolis, editor of the Missionary Seer, called on us in a company with Rev. P. Roy Black. Mr. Isiah Elliott formerly of South Richmond, Va., but now of Boston, Mass., visited the city this week. While here he was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. T. J. J. Mosby. Prof. J. H. Hill of Washington, D. C., was called to the city last Sunday on account of the illness of his brother W. W. Hill who subsequently died at his residence 1006 1-2 N. 7th St. JURY UPHOLDS WILL. Houses Man Leaves Large Share of Property Colored SERPIES Frederickburg, Va., April 28—In the Credit Court of Essex County in the suit brought by Mrs. Brown and daughters of Ballmore, to uset the will of the late Andrew C. Brown, of Coner Cross, Essex County, Va., on the group that Mr. Brown was incapable of making a will at the time and was under undue influence two whole days were consumed. Mr. Brown left a small portion of his property to one of his pieces and none to the other. W. L. Bareford was the principal heir under the will. Mr. Brown also left a portion of his property to two colored servants one of whom, Fannie Ritchie, the one him constantly during his last illness, game in for a great share. Five lawyers were in the case, two representing Mrs. Brown and daughters, and three representing the beneefials of the will. The jury brought in a verdict susaining the will. Special Services at Hood A. M. E. Zion A special service at Hood Temple A. M. F Zion Church, 9 East Leigh street, Sunday, May 5, 1918, at 3:30 P. M. By request Rev. G. D. Pinkney will deliver the famous John Jasper Sermon, "The un Do Move." Come early and get a seat, P. Roy Flack, B. D., pastor. Barber Wanted. A good barber, can make from $18 to $22.00 a week will give good guarantee and furnish ticket. Address, James Hutton, 139 S. Queen St., Mart insburg, W. Va. HAMPTON DEFEATS UNION 6-1 (By Wm. Everett Clark.) Hampton 1 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 Union 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 Hampton institute made up her losses to Union University on Saturday, April 20, by administering a thorough defeat to the Union nine. It is said that more people lose their spirits and fall on a cloudy or rainy day than any other time and this may be Union's excuse for the lack of spirit and sportmanship, for it was certainly a cloudy day. The patience, however, began promptly at two thirty. The Hue and White team had the field at the beginning of the game and was successful in preventing the visitors from scoring, but when the Sussexers came to not, the first man got on base and in a few minutes Ginn succeeded in bringing him. The Unionites began some of the ranged arguing and losing at this functure and kept it up throughout the game. No other scores were made by either side until the fourth inning, when the Union pitcher went up in the air and five runs were scored before he regained control of himself. The fussing increased at this time and even Coach Robinson joined in. The noise finally quieted down when Taylor succeeded in bringing in the only run made by Union. In the remaining four innings of the game both sides tightened up, and there was no more scoring. The work of Huez and Taylor for Union was exceptionally good, while Harris Ginn and the entire Hampton team were at their best. The teams faced each other in the following order: Hampton 6— Union —1. Tampton L. F. Johnson, F. D. Harvey S. S. Hucles Cling C. Johnson, M. Hill 3 B. McGibbon Trig C. F. Smith Jackson 2 B. Gregory Wright 1 B. Taylor Washington R. F. Johns' Harris P. Penn Tue; 2 hours 40 minutes. Umpire Mr. Williams; Scorer, C. E. Gibbe. Mr. W. S. Young, Owner and Manager of the Reformer Printery, Durham, N. C. was in the city this week. Mr. Peyton F. Johnson continues quite sick at his residence, 115 W. Charity street. Mr. William B. Smith (Little Hilty) of White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. has been in the city on business during the week. His many friends were glad to see him. The Ministers' Conference. After the opening services, the Conference discussed at length the old Barton Heights burying ground and selected a committee to carry out their wishes in the matter of cleaning them. Next Monday we are to have with us Dr. P. F. Morris, who will read a paper on the subject, "Our State Mission Field; It Needs." Dr. Holland Powell at Fifth Baptist Dr. Holland Powell, pastor of the Liberty Baptist Church, Washington, D. C. delivered two powerful sermons at the Fith Baptist Church (Sydney) Rev. A. D. Daily, pastor, last Sunday. An audience which taxed the capacity of the church greeted him, and this church was delighted to have him come and see them. Here he once labored as their shepherd. The latch of her door is on the outside always for this great Baptist giant. Mrs. Bowser to'Address B. Y. P. U Mrs. Rosa D. Bowser will address the Fifth Street B. Y, P. U, Sunday (tomorrow) evening, 6:30 c'clock on Christian Duty in the Home and School. Special musical program will be rendered. All are invited. "OVER THERE" American Expediency Force, P, O, 705. France, March 31, 1918. Dear Sister: I am writing to you a note, hoping you are well. Tell Blanche to send her uncle some gardettes. They are very scarce over [Image of a man with a bald head and a serious expression, wearing a dark shirt with a light-colored collar. The background is a plain, light-colored surface with no visible patterns or textures.] SERGEANT JAMES T. WALKER. here I am having good health since I have been over here. I have been with the twenty fifth and twenty fourth country since 1997. I have only been with the National Army a short white. I am not so well acquainted among men of other companies. I am well known as the first sergeant in this company and it is very well disciplined and their work is very satisfactory. We have plenty of stock. We have a large Y, M, C, A. situated on our camp and the minister of the Y, M, C, A. works very hard for the pleasure and amusement of the coed soldiers in this camp. We have baseball series and other games and all are satisfied. I don't think any one will regret coming over here. Each letter remembers me to The Planet. Goodbye. Your brother: JAMES T. WALKER, First Sergeant Co. Rt. 302 Stevedore Recruit Sister Susie Harris, 944 Short Nineteenth Street, Richmond, Virginia The Union May Walk. The May Walk, under the auspices of the Richmond Baptist Sunday School Union, will take place at the Moore Street Baptist Church, May 5 1948, at 3:30 P. M., Rev. R. O. Johnson, D. D., pastor. A very interesting program has been prepared for the occasion. Proceeds for State Mission, Dr. Bessie B. Tharps will make the address. W. P. Epps, president: C. B. Jefferson, corresponding secretary. WANTED - Summer Boarders. Convenient location. For further information write or see, E. J. PERKINS, Fisheriesville, Va. 2m TIME IS FLEETING-KEEP POSTED PRICE, FIVE CENTS APPLAUDS EDITORIAL Lawyer Francis H. Warren sent the following letter to the editor of the Detroit Free Press, of Detroit, Michigan, commending the editor for an editorial expressing democratic principles that included the colored man: To the Editor: The support of righteous principles of civic and economic justice and democratic freedom for all citizens including the colored people as expressed editorially in your great journal of world wide prominence March 22, 24 and 25 last merits you the profoundest gratitude of all classes of the nation, as it powerfully tends to bring about a realization of the American doctrine connianced in the Declaration of independence and the world famous Detroitburg address of the sainted Lincoln. In taking up the burden of the weak and lowly The Detroit Free Press not only maintains its position in the front ranks as a molder of righteous public opinion, but it has struck a popular chord that will meet with almost universal approval not withstanding the apparently strong race prejudice met with from time to time here as elsewhere. The Richmond, Va. Planet recently remarked that: "The white folks here are meant us colored folks well, although at times they have a peculiar way of showing it." What is true in Richmond is true in Detroit and other communities, opportunity to make good should not automatically be given to all citizens and Detroit is far in advance of many other cities, yet we and so liberal a political body as our Board of Directors deny membership to be colored men of business and professionals, while many reporters in writing on news matter for the daily press to suppress the racial character of Negroes doing good public or other deeds. While unique promise is given the racial character of Negro crime wails. Your job is giving propaganda will do much to solve these and other evils which are at once so undemocratic, unethicic and unAmerican. FRANCIS H. WARREN. Detroit, April 2, 1918. TROMPSON—WRIGHT Mr. Ogelle B. Thompson, of Okaloosa ma., Miss. and Miss Jacinthia Wright, of Richmond, Va. were quietly married at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Walter T. Davis, 16 East Leish street, on the evening of February 29, 1948, at 7:30 P. M. The par- lors were beautifully decorated with cut flowers and potted plants. Rev. E. J. King, pastor of Fifth Street Chapel Church, performed the ring ceremony. WINSTON-JACKSON. --- George Washington Winston and Mrs. Diana Jackson announce their marriage December 26, 1917. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Winston will entertain from 8 to 12 Wednesday evening May 8th. 1918 at their residence 14 E. Clay St. Friends invited. No cards. MRS BAILEY PASSES AWAY. Mrs. Loubera Bailey the wife of the well known barber, B. J. Railey, deported this life Sunday, April 28, 1914. She leaves a husband, mother, two brothers and other relatives. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at 3:30 P. M. from the First Baptist Church, Rev. W. T. Johnson officiating. The Dulce Repevolent Society, of which she was a member was out in the number to pay the last tribute to the deceased. Courtly Palooaders; Daniel Fish; Barry Creen; active, Clarence Douglas Davis, Joseph Williams, William Williams and R. J. Parker. MRS. LUCY COLES LECTURES TO WOMEN ONLY. At the Second Baptist Church next Sunday afternoon, at 3:30, Mrs. Lucy A. Coles will deliver her famous lecture to women only, subject, "Inside Life of Africa Revealed" for the benefit of the Foreign Mission Campaign of the Second Baptist Church. Having spent several years in Africa as Missionary, Mrs. Coles is enthily qualified to give much valuable information concerning the domestic, social and religious life of our people across the sea. For the benefit of those who may not know the exact location of the church, we would say, just cross Broad street and follow the crowd. Let every woman come RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library TIME IS FLEETING—KEEP POSTED VOLUME XXXV. NO. 25 A LINE OF CREEK ONE DAY OF THE WEEK. The Riddle of the Negro Press. Rev. E. D. Caffee, Richmond, Va. This thing I'd like to know About the Negro Press! This—How the dickence can they go Can make such marked success With such small Negro help? The truth would dumb you with sur prise Did you but only know how few Of twenty-four odd million eyes Of Negroes see the Negro's view! The whites seldom subscribe— They read our papers less! How do our Editors provide Their public with a Press? How do they make enough for bread? Weekly for one scholastic year One Dollar and a half Wol take to all both far and near The Negro's linchograph! We cannot claim 'tis poverty! Per year, we like moon strucks, Subserbe for white dailies you see That cost from five to seven bucks. We patronize the white man's press And yet when Negro agents seek Subscriptions for our Press, Before they even chance to speak We swear we're in distress! No Negro should be satisfied To read less face papers then four. One East, one from the Western side One North, one South—these if no more! Four Cardinal paper reviews! For it is just imperative To feed a person's mind As 'tis his body that it live! Each food sustains its kind. So give your Press its half and Dollar! Mace enterprise is due that sum. Pay! or I'll take you by the collar, And give you what Pat gave his drum! Don't say you can't. You'll tell a lie. Unplug the strings from that old purse. And send subscriptions to your Press, Or order your casket and hearse! I'm tired of Negroes' monkey business! You have not once a just excuse! You make my collar hot! The deuse! Hear! You old booby ganget Right off today without delay! Send your subscription to the Planet. A UNIQUE RECORD. The recent appointment of Judge Robert H. Terrell, by President Wilson to succeed himself on the Municipal Court bench of the District of Columbia, and the confirmation of the nomination by the United States Senate last Thursday make a rather unusual record. Judge Terrell is the senior member in point of service of the five members of the Court. He has served sixteen and one half years consecutively. He has been confirmed by the Senate five times. His appointments have come from three Presidents, all of whom are now living. Roosevelt named him twice, Taft once, and Woddrow Wilson twice. He is the only Republican on the bench of the Municipal Court, but has the backing of the lawyers of the District almost to a man without regard to politics. During his career as a Judge he has presided in many cases of great importance to the people of his community. His reappointment means the heartiest approval of all classes of citizens of the District of Columbia, among whom he has always maintained an unusual popularity. UNION TRUMPHS IN THE LUCKY SEVENTH. (By T. P. Turner, Jr.) The slugging red and steel aggregation was altogether too much for the light orange and blue sound from Petersburg. The weeping heavens threatened to stop the contest but Old Sol appeared and bore witness to one of the host games played on Hovey Field for several seasons in which the home boys reigned supreme by the score of 4 to 2. The visitors got away with a flying start but the lucky seventh spelled the defeat for V. N. I. I. Petersburg was the first to tally and tallied again in the third but it was the sixth frame when Union pulled over a lone marker and in the seventh the visitors noticed the dusky gloom of defeat rising over the horizon. Crowder for V. N. I. I. I. pitched superb ball until the seventh when he began to weaken. B. Goode and Patten were the stars for the orange and blue. Goode scored both runs while Patten played a wonderful game at shortstop. Scott was a little wild at he beginning but after the third inning settled down and fed the V. N. I. I. boys from his head. The home boys played the ball after the third inning and by their excellent fielding pulled Scott out of several holes. Hucley and Rucker divided the batting levels of the day each getting a double and a triple. OVER THIRTY THOUSAND DOLLARS SUBSCRIBED. The Great Rally at Sharon Baptist Church a Success. President John M. Miller, Jr., Makes Able Address. Other Speakers--Colored People Enthusiastic. A meeting in the invest of the Third Lecurry Loan was held at the Sharon Baptist Church lost Tuesday night at 8:30 o'clock. Mr. John T. Taylor, Secretary--Manager of the Kechmond Beneficial Insurance Company presided. Mr. A. V. Norrell, Jr., was secretary. Editor John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank was Master of Ceremonies. Devot oral exercises were conducted by Rev. A. S. Thomas, D. D., pastor of the church. Chairman Taylor presented Mr. Mitchell to the and once who in turn introduced Hon. John M. Miller, Jr., President of the First National Bank of this city. AN ENTERTAINING SPEAKER Mr. Miller in a most entertaining manner gave a brief history of the great ruggle and emphasized the necessity of supporting the Government in this movement. He showed how the citizen, in loaning the money to the Government would help him self, lighten his taxation and aid materially in winning the war. He told of the remarkable German system, of their extensive and thorough preparation for the war and concluded with an appeal to the patriotism of every person present. He was applauded at the conclusion of his remarks. MES. WORTHAM SPEAKS TOO. Hon. Coleman Werham, ex-President of the Chamber of Commerce spoke briefly, as did Hon. William T. Dahney, Business Manager of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce. They hurried to the City Auditorium where a mammoth rally meeting had been staged. In the meantime, Right Rev. Charles P. Hamigan had entered and he spoke at length in a most entertaining manner of $p_4$ campaign throughout the Southland. He had witnessed the great parade at Dallas, Texas in which colored people had participated the Fue being a mile and a half in length. A CALL FOR SUBSCRIPTIONS Mr. Mitchell called for subscriptions to the loan and in a short time, subscriptions to the amount of ($30...550.) thirty thousand, five hundred and fifty dollars had been subscribed. The Southern Aid Society, through its President*, Mr. A, D. Price subscribed $5,000 and the Richmond Beneficial Insurance Company through Mr. Texyl subscribed, subject to ratification by his Board, $2,000. Benediction was announced by Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D. IS WAR A NECESSITY? Under the auspices of the Fifth Street Baptist Young People's Union, this interesting debate will take place next Friday night, May 10; at the Fifth Street Baptist Church. The following program will be rendered: America; music, Sixth Mt. Zion Qrchestra; vocal solo, Miss La Vara Brown; affirmatives, Messrs, O. M. Thomas, L. V. Jeffries; negatives, Messrs, J. R. Henderson, H. H. Gaines; instrumental duet, Misses Marie Bolling and Hannah Gles; duet, Misses Mildred and Louise Johnson, Judges; Dr. Miles C. Jones, Prof. J. A. Hall, Attorney J. R. Pollard, Roscoe C. Mitchell master of ceremonies. The debaters are students of the Virginia Union University and that guarantees an intelligent presentation of the subject. The price of admission is only ten cents. M. Kate Doyle, president; Estelle Ward R'ley, secretary. FULTON NOTES. Last Sunday was clear and beautiful, the sun brought to us joy and gladness as we looked from our windows, we saw at once the handwork of God. Sergeants E. E. Pittman and Barnes are still holding Fulton on the hill. They are now stationed at Camp Hill, awaiting overseas duty. (See other Fulton News on Page 4) RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1918 PHOTO FOSTER GOVERNOR WESTMORELAND DAVIS, Chief Executive of Virginia, The Governor will address a meeting under the auspices of the Colored Y. M. C. A., at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Sunday evening, May 5. THE KINGS MOUNTAIN STUDENT CONFERENCE. Kings Mountain, N. C., April 30. Sixth Annual Y. M. C. A. Student Conference will convene at Kings Mountain, N. C., May 24th to June 2nd. More than seventy five schools and colleges will send delegates. Speakers and leaders of National reputation will conduct the Conference. There will be large exhibits of Social Service and Volunteer Bible Study Work. Max Yergan, lately engaged in war work in British East Africa will be present. Shaw University, of North Carolina will send twenty delegates. The meetings will be held in the Lincoln Academy And torium a school of the American Missionary Association. WILLIAM C. CRAVER. Mr. James F. Lloyd, of Waverly, Va. was in the city last week and called on us. Rov. W, C. Adams, of Pocahontas, Va. was in the city this week on business and called on us. Rov. J. W, Wood, of Indianapolis, editor of the Missionary Seer, called on us n company with Rev. P. Roy Flack. —Mr. Isaiah Elliott formerly of South Richmond, Va., but now of Boston, Mass., visited the city this week. While here he was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. T. J. J. Mosby. —Prof. J. H. Hill of Washington, D. C., was called to the city last Sunday on account of the illness of his brother W. W. Hill who subsequently died at his residence 1006 1-2 N. 7m St. JURY UPHOLDS WILL. Eyes Mini Leaves Large Share of Property Colored Scorpions Frederick clark, Va., April 28.—In the Circuit Court of Essex County in the suit brought by Mrs. Brown and daughters of Baltimore, to upset the will of the late Andrew C. Brown, of Coner cross, Essex County, Va., on the ground that Mr. Brown was in capable of making a will at the time and was under undue influence two whole days were consumed. Mr. Brown left a small portion of his property to one of his nieces and none to the other. W. L. Bareford was the principal benefactor under the will. Mr. Brown also left a portion of his property to two colored servants one of whom, Fannie Ritchie, who nursed him constantly during his last illness, came in for a great share. Five lawyers were in the case, two representing Mrs. Brown and daughters and three representing the beneeficiaries of the will. The jury brought in a verdict sustaining the will. Specal Services at Hood A. M. E. Zion A special service at Hood Temple A. M. E. Zion Church, 9 East Leigh street, Sunday, May 5, 1918, at 3:30 P. M. By request Rev. G. D. Pinkney will deliver the famous John Jasper Sermon, "The Sun Do Move." Come early and get a seat. P. Roy Flack. B. D., pastor. Barber Wanted. A good barber, can make from $18 to $22.00 a week will give good guan- arantee and furnish ticket. Address, James Hutton, 139 S. Queen St., Mart insburg, W. Va. Hampton 1' 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 Un on 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Un on 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Hampton Institute made up her losses to Union University on Saturday, April 20, by administering a through defeat to the Union nine. It is said that more apple lose their spirit and fail on a cloudy or rainy day than at any other time and this may be Union's excuse for the lack of spirit and sportsmanship, for it was certainly a dull, cloudy day. Tig gatto, however, began promptly at two thirty. The Blue and White team had the fold at the beginning of the game and was successful in prevent ug the visitors from scoring, but when the Seasiders came to net, the first man got on base and in a few minutes Glenn succeeded in bringing him in. The Un on les began some of the lapped arguing and fussing at the functure and kept it up throughout the game. No other scores were made by either side until the fourth innning, when the Union pitcher went up in the air and five runs were scored before he regained control of himself. The fussing increased at this time and even Coach Robinson joined in it. The noise finally quieted down when Taylor succeeded in bringing in the only run made by Union. In the remaining four innings of the game both sides tightened up, and there was no more scoring. The work of Hulcs and Taylor for Union was exceptionally good, while Harris Gunn and the entire Hampton team were at their best. The teams faced each other in the following order: Hampton 6— Union —1. Taylor L. F. Johnson, F.D Harvey S. S. Huckles Ginn C. Johnson, M Hill 3 B. McGinn Trigg C. F. Smith Jackson 2 B. Gregory Wright 1 B. Taylor Washington R. F. Jonkins Harris P. Pomm Time: 2 hours 40 m'nutes. Umpire Mr. Williams; Scorer, C. E. Gibbs. Mr. W. S. Young, Owner and Manager of the Reformer Printery, Durham, N. C. was in the city this week. Mr. Peyton F. Johnson continues quite sick at his residence. 115 W. Charity street. Mr. William B. Smith (Little Billy) of White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. has been in the city on business during the week. His many friends were glad to see him. The Ministers' Conference. After the opening services, the Conference discussed at length the old Barton fleights burying grounds and selected a committee to carry out the wishes in the matter of cleaning them. Next Monday we are to have with us Dr. P. F. Morris, who will read a paper on the subject, "Our State Mission Field; Its Needs." Dr. Holland Powell at Fifth Baptist. Dr. Holland Powell, pastor of the Liberty Baptist Church, Washington, D. C. delivered two powerful sermons at the Fifth Baptist Church (Sydney) Rev. A. D. Daly, pastor, last Sunday. An audience which taxed the capacity of the church greeted him, and this church was delighted to have him come and see them. Here he once labored as their shepherd. The latch of her door is on the outside always for this great Baptist giant. Mrs. Bowser to'Address B. Y. P. U Mrs. Rosa D. Bowser will address the Fifth Street B, Y, P, U. Sunday (tomorrow) evening, 6:30 c'clock on Christian Duty in the Home and School. Special musical program will be rendered. All are invited. "OVER THERE." American Expeditionary Force, P. O. 705. France, March 31, 1918. Dear Sister: I am wrting you a note, hoping you are well. Tell Blanche to send her uncle some cigarettes. They are very scarce over 9 SERGEANT JAMES T. WALKER. here. I am having good health since I have been over here. I have been with the twenty-fifth and twenty fourth infantry since 1907. I have only been with the National Army a short while. I am not so well acquainted among men of other companies. I am well known as the first sergeant in this company and it is very well disciplined and their work is very satisfactory. We have plenty of short. We have a large Y. M. C. a situated in our camp and the manager of the Y. M. C. A. works very hard for the pleasure and amusement of the colored soldiers in this camp. We have baseball series and other games and all are satisfied. I don't think any one will regret coming over as I am glad I came over here. Each letter remember me to The Planet. Good bye. JAMES T. WALKER, First Sergeant, Co. B., 302 Stevedore Regiment Sister Susie Harris, 914 Short Nineteenth Street, Richmond, Virginia. The Union May Walk. The May Walk, under the auspices of the Richmond Baptist* Sunday School Union, will take place at the Moore Street Baptist Church, May 5, 1918, at 3:30 P. M., Rev. R. O. Johnson, D. D., pastor. A very interesting program has been prepared for the occasion. Proceeds for State Mission. Dr. Bessie B. Tharps will make the address. W. P. Epps, president; C. B. Jefferson, corresponding secretary. WANTED—Summer Boarders. Convenient location. For further information write or see. E. J. PERKINS, Fisheriesville, Va. 2m PRICE, FIVE CENTS APPLAUDS EDITORIAL Lawyer Francis H. Warren sent the following letter to the editor of the Detroit Free Press, of Detroit, Michigan, commending the editor for an editorial expressing democratic principles that included the colored man: To the Editor: The support of righteous principles of civic and economic justice and democratic freedom for all citizens including the colored people as expressed editorially in your great journal of world wide prominence March 23, 24 and 25 last merits you the profoundest gratitude of all classes of the nation, as it powerfully tends to bring about a realization of the American doctrine unconicated in the Declaration of independence and the world famous Gettysburg address of the sainted Lincoln. In taking up the burden of the weak and lowly The Detroit Free Press not only maintains its position in the front ranks as a molder of righteous public opinion, but it has struck a popular chord that will meet with almost universal approval not withstanding the apparently strong race prejudice met with from time to time here as elsewhere. The Richmond, Va. Planet recently remarked that: "The white folks hereboasts me as un colored folka well, although at times they have a peculiar way of showing it." What is true in Richmond is true in Detroit and other communities. Opportunity to make good should unobstructly be given to all citizens and Detroit is far in advance of many other cities, yet we find so liberal a semi public body as our Board of Commerce denying membership to reputable colored men of business and professions, while many reporters in writing up news matter for the press often suppress the racial character of negroes doing good public or other deeds, while undue prominence is given the racial character of Negro criminals. Your努力 giving propaganda will do much to solve these, and other evils which are at once so undemocratic, uncathetic and unAmerican. FRANCIS II. WARREN, Detroit, April 2, 1918. THOMPSON—WRIGHT Mr. Ozelle B. Thompson, of Okola maa, Miss. and Miss Jacinthia Wright, of Richmond, Va. were quietly married at the residence of Mr. and Mrs, Walter T. Davis, 16 East Leigh street, on the evening of February 20, 1918, at 7:30 P. M. The parrons were beautifully decorated with cut flowers and potted plants. Rev. T. J. King, pastor of Fifth Street Baptist Church, performed the ring ceremony. WINSTON—JACKSON George Washington Winston and Mrs. Diana Jackson announce their marriage December 26, 1917. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson entertain from 8 to 12 Wednesday evening May 5th, 1918 at their residence 14 E. Clay St. Friends invited. No cards. MRS BAILEY PASSES AWAY Mrs. Louberta Bailey the wife of the well known barber, B. J. Bailey, departed this life Sunday, April 28, 1918. She leaves a husband, mother, two brothers and other relatives. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday at 3:30 P. M. from the First Baptist Church, Rev. W. T. Johnson officiating. The Dorcas Beneventous Society, of which she was a member was out in large numbers, to pay the last tribute of respect to the deceased. Memorial Pallbearers; Daniel Fish and Burwell Green; active, Clar Clark, Douglas Davis, Joseph Williams, William Williams and R. J. Parker. MRS. LUCY COLES LECTURES TO WOMEN ONLY. At the Second Bapt's Chuck next Sunday afternoon, at 3:30, Mrs Lucy A. Coles will deliver her famous lecture to women only, subject, "Inside Life of Africa Revealed" for the benefit of the Foreign Mission Campaign of the Second Baptist Church. Having spent several years in Africa as Missionary, Mrs. Coles is eminently qualified to give much valuable information concerning the domestic, social and religious life of our people across the sea. For the benefit of those who may not know the exact location of the church, we would say, just cross Broad street and follow the crowd, Let every woman come TWO SENTRY KILLS LITTLE GIRL NEAR CAMP ATTORNEY NEWSOME ACTIVE IN INVESTIGATING THE CASE. Newport News, Va., April 18, 1918 General Grote Hutchinson, Dear Sir: I am calling your atention to a matter that has caused great excitement and much bitter feeling in Norfolk County, by reason of the shooting and killing of a little colored girl named Sarah Washington by a sentinel stationed near Government property in that locality. I would furnish you his name, if I knew it, but I was informed yester day at the inquest that the soldiers had positively refused to give the name of the sentinel. The killing occurred Monday, April 15, 1918, about twilight, near Tanner's Creek, in Norfolk County, under the following circumstances: The lit the girl, 11 years of age, was running along the road leading to the property which the Government owns or intends to occupy, when she was ordered to "halt" by the sentinel. She became frightened and turned to run, whereon she was shot down by the soldier, whose name I have not yet been able to obtain. On yesterday the Justice granted a continuance until Wednesday, April 24, 1918, because of the condition of the mother, who was hysterical and unable to appear according to her physician, Doctor Read. The motion for a continuance was resisted by the officer in charge of the investigation, who later told me that the defendant would never be surrendered to the civil authorities. It may be that as a matter of law, he should be tried by court martial, but it is my opinion that there should be an investigation of this matter so full and open as to leave no doubt upon the minds of the people that the Government will not stand for the reckless taking of human life of our civilian population, and particularly the life of a mere child, eleven years of age. I write this letter to you because I know from the splendid record which you have made in this com- munity, that you have not only the interest of the soldiers at heart, white and black, but are equally interested in the people of the entire northeme. I do not know where to get this letter, but I have been advised that if it is sent to you, that you will see to it that the matter is brought to the attention of the proper authori- ties. Very truly, J. THOS. NEWSOME. Headquarters Port of Embarkation, Newport News, Va., April 22, 1918 Mr. J. Thomas Newsome, Attorney-at-Law, Newport News, Va. My dear Sir: Upon my return this morning from an absence of several days, I found your letter of April 18th, regarding the shooting and killing of a little colored girl named Sarah Washington, by a sentinel stationed near government property in the vicinity of Tanners Creek in Norfolk County. I have caused your letter to be referred to the Provost Marshal for investigation, and to see that proper steps are taken that justice may be done. The unfortunate incident had not been brought to my attention and I deeply regret its occurrence. I trust that you will be good enough to assure the people living in that vicinity that it is not my desire to have the wrongful act of anyone covered up or made light of, and that I am here to see that justice is done to all, and that I am equally interested in the people of the community and soldiers of the flag, whether white or black. GROTE W, HUTCHINSON, Brigadier General, National Army, (S. Edward Mason.) The Appomattox Colored School League met last Wednesday night to consider the work on their new school building. The patrons were not able to get the benefit of a full term for children as they lost their school last Winter by fire. Having realized that there have been $300 appropriated out of the Rosenau Fund for the Education of Colored children in Virginia and $500 by the Board, the patrons have pledged themselves to raise $100 to have a modern school built. The official staff of the league is D. B. Delaaney, president; R. D. Craig, secretary; Charles H. Coleman, treasurer. Mrs. Ella Johns, who has been confined to her room for some time, is improving. Mrs. Johns is clerk of the Gallilee Baptist Church and is missed at her post very much. We hope she will soon be able to be among us. Mr. Charles Irvie, one of our soldier boys, passed through our town on his way to Vera, Va. to see his people. It was rumored that Mr. Irvie was already in France. He stated to our reporter that his com THE DEVIL'S BOSS DO THE SPIRITS COME BACK? See THURSTON, the Great Magician at the Academy all next week, starting Monday, May 6th with Matteines Wednesday and Saturday. THURSTON, THE MAGICIAN. Thurston, the magician, with new magic, conjuring and colloquy, illusions, and all that similar entertainment connotes will be the attraction at the Academy of Music all next week starting Monday, May 6, with matines Wednesday and Saturday. We do love mystery! And in this we are like all other people of all other times. Perhaps magic originated with religion, for it is well known that ancient Egyptians and Far-Eastern priests performed many tricks for their congregations. The best magician of modern times was Herrmann, who was followed by Kellar, and Kellar's successor is Thurston. This suave and agreeable gentleman musician does not dress like an East Indian, nor an Oriental fakir. Indeed, he seems at first only a persuasive, nicely groomed gentleman, who talks glibly. But he piles wonder upon wonder, when you are least prepared. The best way to enjoy Thurston is simply to acknowledge that he is pany had gone, but few of them were picked out to remain here awhile longer and he happe'd to be among that number. Mr. irvie has a wfe, who is employed here at the New Appomattox Hotel, On his arrival here she was permitted to go with him out to their home at Vera, Va. Mr. Charlie Patterson has returned to our town again. He is visiting his sister, Mrs. Judia M, Hood. Rev. T. H. Cunningham, pastor of the Galilee Baptist Church, of this city, preached to the people of Mornig star Baptist Church, Evergreen, Va. Rev. Cunningham is becoming one of the popular preachers in this section and as Morning Star Church is without a pastor, they have their eye on him. Rev. G. W. Watts, of th's city, preached at Shiloh Baptist Church, Campbell county, last Sunday. Rev. T. H. Cunningham is pastor. Miss Hester Stephens spent Sunday and Monday with her parents, Miss Stephens is a student of the Virginia Theological Seminary and College, Lynchburg, Va, and is among the promising young ladies of our race. Mr. George Tibbs came home last week. Mr. Tibbs has been confined in one of the company hospitals at City Point, Va., where he was seriously hurt, while in the employment of the munitions plant. Mr. Tibbs has the sympathy of the entire community for the sad side of it is, he has a wife and three small children. The Planet is becoming popular in Appomattox. The people say it is the best paper they ever read. We thank them for their words of praise and to add more to our chain of readers. DONORA NOTES. Donora, Pa., April 29 — Mr. Henry Woodson was a Pittsburgh caller Sunday, April 14 and returned on Friday, reporting having a fine time. Columbus Beat, Jr., has been on the sick list but is somewhat better. Mr. Samuel Hawkins and Mr. Roy Green, of Marianna were Donora callers Tuesday, the 16th. Mrs. Fanny Willis, of Middictown Pa. was visiting her brother, Mr. John Haston. ...Mrs. Lissie Williams is somewhat better at this writing. Mr. John Crump and family attended the funeral of his sister, Mrs. M. K. Brown, of Fairhope, Pa. Mr. J. W. Bolling of Bellevernon, was a Donora caller Sunday. Miss Ella Sheppard attended the W. W. W. Parade in Pittsburgh, Saturday, April 20. The Laidies' Aid of the A. M. E. Church will give a social April 27, corner Meldn and Fifth. Miss Mossie Wilson, Miss Ora Fuller, Mr. D. Cobbs and Frank Brown master of the situton and then sit back and get all you can out of his delightful entertainment without bothering your head trying to figure out how he does things. It is a strange field in which this brilliant young maq has devoted his life, one that has been occupied by very few really illustrious artists. With his dexterous fingers, his ready wit, and his genuine personality, he is not only a wizard to excite wonder, he is a companion to enjoy. To catalogue Thurston's new program is hardly necessary; his reputation is made and the knowledge of the rare quality of his performance is universal. His is a polyglot program: it please every taste, answers every desire, and as for the incidental frills, puffs and floncuces of the general comedy, nothing could be more del gightful. Most of Thurston's new mysteries for this year deal with life in the afterworld such as the materialization of Ghosts and the manifestations of Spirits. Chief among his big offis is a sketch called "Villa Cap turped" showing a sensational race between an automobile and motorcycle. were elected as delegates to attend the Temage convention, which convenes in Mont. City, Saturday, April 27. Vivian Saunders, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Saunders, died from burns received when her clothing caught while playing with matches. The funeral was from the First Baptist Church, Monday, April 22, at 2 P. M. Interment at Fells Cemetery, Webster, Pa. Mr. Manual Thompson made a trip to Pittsburgh Saturday, with five head of horses and sold them all at Riverside sale. Mr. Edward Baily, of Rocky Mound, was a caller in Donora, last week on special business. Messra Robert Mickey, and Charles Jackson are confined at home with bad colds. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Morgan are very sick at their home on Fifth street. * Messrs. W. T. Payne and W. D. Payne, both of Monessen, were Dono ra callers Wednesday, April 17. Monongahela Valley Lodge, No. 208, I. B. P. O. E, of W. held their annual sermon Sunday, April 21, at the A. M. E. Church Rev. Messer, of Pittsburgh preached, after which a collection of $35.00 was lifted. The parade formed at two P. M. in front of Elks' Rest and marched down McKean avenue, down Second street to church. After services they returned to the Rest, led by Union Band of Mountain City. Mr. Lee Williams, of Baltimore, Md. is visiting here Mrs. J. Madison gave a birthday party in honor of her son, Morris Brown, Monday evening, at her residence, 210 Thompson avenue, Games and music were the amusements of the evening. Guests present were Mr. and Mrs. J. Harriston, Mr. and Mrs. D. T. Reynolds, Mr. and Mrs. A. Thompson, Mrs. Law, Miss Bessie Hall, Mr. John Hall, Mr. Richard Bennet, Mrs. J, and Miss S. Warfield, Abe Hardy, of Donora. Out of town guest were, Mr. and Mrs. N. Smith, of Brownsville, Pa., Mrs. Rachel Freeman, of California, Pa., Mr. Julius Caesar, of Homestead, Mrs. Hazel Bolden, Mrs. H. Nealy, of Pittsburg, Mr. Percy Law, of Webster, Mr Carroll Simpson, of Charleroi. Sergeant John Henry, who was drafted from Donora, last October, was admitted to the Third Officers Training School and is training for a Second Lieutenant, has passed the examination and is up for a commission. 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So a name had to be found that could identify her without using the real name too often. In other words they added a nickname for local use, or suggested one thing and some other, until finally it was called to the attention of the gang that if the food administration's program was looked over, a suggestion might be found that would suit. It was done and now the young lady is familiar called MISS TUBESDAY, because, like our food administration Tuesday, this YOUNG LADY IS ALSO MBATLMSU! DUNKIRK CALNE STANXLINES QUINT FALCON DOWLONE TONTSEUIL BESDIN LAMBO DOWLONE ALBE VENDING AMIENS CORSE BANGLAND DOWLONE TONTSEUIL LABISITY MASHELAY DIDECOURN THURSOFT The principal points are indicated by the letter A to F, where the main attacks have been made by the Illuns in their effort to reach Paris or the coast. THE MISSISSIPPI TORPEDOED GIANT ITALIAN SHIP SINKING IN MEDITERRANEAN. An Italian vessel of 12,000 tons sinking after being torpedoed by a German submarine off Spanish Coast THE Y. M. C. A. NOTES. Last Friday night was a live wire with 16 fellows of the Y. M. C. A. Still our men are drafted and the social committee is no forgetting them. This hour will not be forgotten ten very soils. Committee A. W. Henley who is to leave in a few days or the camp made some very striking remarks warning the opportunities which the Y. M. C. A. had given to leave in the right spirit for the front. All of our men are remembered every day. May you let the Lord lead you. "Trust and Obey. Every boy and man went over the top last Sunday and the trenches were nothing to them. 9:30 A. M. the committee had a meeting right from the soul and every man got into the spirit of the day. The inmates of the city home were visited by committeeman Jame Dunn and she meeting was very good. 10 A. M. One prisoner was won for Christ in the city jail 10 A. M. and the committeemen were happy. O. A. Harris and D. W. Williams4 Keep up a good front men. An overflow meeting was held for the boys 4 P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. The songs were sung with much interest. A special talk was given, to them upon the general conditions because of the war. We thank you mothers. 5:30 P. M. the meeting at the Y. M. C. A. for men was full of fire and Prof. J. H. Rhoer was equal to the hour. Subject: Man Wanted. The Prof. pit the men to thinking. The follows sang the songs from Washington from their heart. Come and bring a friend to the ex planation of the Sunday School Lesson today 5 P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. Men be on time Sunday ready for hard work and the other man. Let no worker miss the early meet ing 9: 30 A. M. at the Y. M. C. A. A special Bible Study for boys 4 P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. Mothers you are invited to be a committee for this meeting. All women and men are invited 3:30 P. M. to the 5th St. Baptist Church to hear the address by Gover- nor Westmoreland Davis who will be introduced by Hon. John Mitchell Jr. The choir of the church under the directions of Prof. Joseph Mathews will sing special music. Dr. T. J. King pastor of the church will conduc the devotional exercises. Be a committee and come early that you may get a good seat. Prayer is the only hope so we are asking every home to have special prayer for the Y. M. C. A. FRANCE ÉTAIS-UNIS 1914 H. LOUIS ÉTAIS-UNIS MONUMENT TO BE ERECTED OVER GRAVES OF THE FIRST AMERICAN SOLDIERS TO DIE ON FRENCH BATTLEFIELDS. This model of the monument is to be erected by the people of Lorraine over the graves of the first American soldiers to be killed in battle in France has been presented to U. S. Ambassador Sharp. The monument will mark the spot where the three men, Corporal Gresham and Privates Hay and Enright, are buried in the little cemetery outside the town of Bethelemont. They fell during the first engagement between American and German forces Nov. 3, 1917. Do your bit, is the slogan. 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RAILROADS Richmond, Fredericksburg & Potomac R. R. To and from Washington and beyond - Daily. Leave Richmond 5.0 AM 110 20 A.K. 4 AM 112 30 PM 5 AM 6:00 PM 6 AM 125 PM Arrive Richmond 8:00 AM 9:05 PM 12:55 PM 9:25 PM 3:00 PM 11:25 PM 4:30 PM 11:50 PM Minnesota Washington Lv. 1, 2, 4, 5 week days, 4, 10 PM; Sundays; Ar. 11, 46 AM week days, 11, 46 AM; Sundays; Ar. 11, 46 AM; 3, 10 PM; Ar. 11, 46 AM; Ashland Accident week days, 17, 30 PM; 4, 30 PM; Ar. 16, 30 PM; 5, 30 PM Elmo ticker and baggage not open at Minneapolis St. Inn. Main St. St. Lived St. Sta. stopping at Elmo. NORFOLK & WESTERN. ONLY ALL-RAIL LINE TO NORFOLK. Leave Byrd Street Station, Richmond. FOR MONDAY, M. 8:05 A. M., 8:00 A. M., 8:00 P. M., 8:55 P. M. FOR LYNCHBURG AND THE WEST: 9:20 A. M. 8:00 P. M., 8:85 P. M. ARRIVE RICHMOND—From Norseik: 11:10 A. M. 8:00 P. M., to the West: 7:55 A. M. M. 2:10 P. M., 1:00 P. M. **Daily** **Daily except Sunday,** **Sunday, Office, 888 E. 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MAY 4, 1918 Worry kills about as many people as disease. Those people who go to France from this country do so for the reason that they are bound to go The world is war-mad and it does no require a far-sighted person to see it. When we have leaders; the wise policy is to support and encourage those leaders. The conscription laws have been passed in England, but the time for their enforcement has been postponed. We shall all get to heaven bye and bye. Some will go there from Europe and some others will land there from th's side. Germany is losing thousands of men in the offensive and the hope is that all of the reserves will be exhausted The greater proportion of the Allies reserves are said to be in this country waiting for vessels to carry them over. The National Colored Liberty Conference has decided to postpone the proposed conference to June 24th in the city of Washington. The purpose is to secure the full blessings of liberty and the full benefit of a world democracy for the colored people of this country. Rev. A. Clayton Powell of New York is President and Wm. Monroe Trotter, Esq., Secretary. All churches and organizations are invited to send delegates to the meeting. If the body is conservative in its actions and positive in its declarations, we are of the opinion that much good will result from the meeting. COLORED FOLK'S SITUATION Colored folks, the situation for us in the present "world war" could not be much better. The troubles, trials and tribulations of the United States and the Allies are our opportunities. Germany is making one of the most spectacular attacks ever witted in the history of the world. While we regret all of this, we see in it the unfolding of God's plans. It is the side that is hardest pushed so to speak that will serve our pu poses and enable us to come unto all of our rights and priv'leges under the law. The American people are open-hearted and generous. They dislike deceit and they despise cowardice. It is our opportunity to come to the country's relief both with man power and money. Let every colored man, woman and child speak up for the government and let party lines be forgotten. Hon. Woodrow Wilson is President of the United States. Whether he is a Democrat or a Republican or not does not enter into the question. We should do everything in our power to make his administration a success. Every American citizen is on trial, but every colored American citizen is more than on trial. We have proven ourselves worthy of our citizenship although we are --- not now fully permitted to exercise it. When this cruel war is over, the services we shall have rendered will be duty appreciated and we can come forward without embarrassment aid we shall be recognized as being one of the leading factors in accomplishing great things and bringing to a favorable conclusion the greatest struggle in the history of the world. Colored folks be encouraged. Make even greater sacrifices than you have already made and all will be well with us. ROANOKE NEWS ROANOKE, VA., April 30.—The services at the First Baptist Church Sunday were a rare treat to all who attended. Those services will not be soon forgotten by any who saw a continual stream of persons, young and old, making their way to the house of prayer. One could but ex claim with the poet in hymnology Now cheerful to the house of prayer Your eary footsteps bend, Your Saviour will Himself be there, Our Advocate and Frend. Mr. Larkin Hurt and Mrs. Laura J. Hurt, of 514 Seventh street, N. W. and family made a flying trip to Newport News to see their son, who is in the service of the United States. Mrs. Mahalla Banks and Miss Ellrte Hurt, the sisters, returned home Monday morning, having had a very delightful trip to the seashore. Mr. Edgar A. Stanfield returned home Sunday evening, April 28, having spect a very delightful week end in Chatham, Ptittsylva county, Va. Mr. Percy Colston, of New York City and a former Roanokon, spent Tuesday in the city. Mr. Colston is a member of Linwood's famous quartette of New York City. He was on the way to New York from Palm Beach, Florida, where they have been since December 1, 1917. Mr. Walter Lawson, of Washington D. C. is visiting his parents, 215 Patton avenue, N. W. Mr. Lawson is a clerk in the Navy Department at the Capitol. Mr. Pete Johnson, who is at Hot Springs, Arkansas, is improving in health rapidly. Don't forget the Elite Cafe, one of the up to date places in the city where you can get meals at all hours. The Woman's Day services at the First Baptist Church, Funday, April 28, was a feature of very rare interest and pleasure and pastor and the people. The beautiful edifice was gorgeously decorated with flowers for the occasion and at each service every available space was taken. At the close at night, the neat sum of two hundred and twenty dollars had been raised by the various collectors for which all felt grateful for the blessing attained through this noble project by the good women of the church and the friends. May the good work continue in all of the churches here and elsewhere. Mr. G. H. Roberson, of 318 Fifth avenue, who has been sick for three or four weeks is aga n able to report for duty in R. M. W. Shops. Mrs. Lillian Bartee, of 226 Fifth avenue, N. W. has been quite ill for the last two weeks. Rev. William Highland, of Seventh avenue, N. W., who has been much indulposed since his return from the Annual Conference at Danville, Va. left Monday evening, for Freedman's Hospital, where he will undergo an operation. It is hoped by his many friends that he may have a successful operation and return safe. Mrs. N. J. Gravely, of Seventh avenue, N. W., who has been sick for four or five weeks 's much improved and will in all probability be out again soon. There was a grand musical and literary concert given at the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, Friday, April 5, at eight o'clock P. M. Miss Lou Esther Day, of Roanoke was the nepal solist. She was assisted by the choiceest literary and musical talent of the community. The proceeds were for the benefit of Mt. Hermon School, of which Miss Day is teacher, Prof. S. H. Clark was manager. Rev O. G. Jones, pastor. Mrs. Ella B. Stanton, of 2819 Webster avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa., who accompanied the remains of Mr. Harding Hairatron, who died Friday, April 20, left Pittsburgh Sunday, April 22 for Prospect, the home of the young man's mother, where the interment took place in the family burial ground. Mrs. Webb, the mother of the deceased is returning to Pittsburgh in company with Mrs. Stanton. They spent a few days in Ranooke at the home of Mr. and James Wright, 722 Gainsborough avenue and left Wednesday evening, May 1. All were glad to see Mrs. Stanton, in the home of her childhood again looking so well. Sunday, April 28, was quite an interesting day at the Hill Street Baptist Church. At eleven A. M. we were highly honored with the presence of an ex-missionary from Africa in the person of Rev. R. A. Jackson, of Newark, N. J., who delivered an excellent discourse from the text, found in Matthew 24:6, (latter clause) "But the end is not yet." At three P. M. the Rev. Jackson gave to his listeners the "Odds and Ends of Africa," which all enjoyed to the highest. At eight P. M. our beloved pastor, Rev. D. R. Powell, preached a wonderful sermon, Rev. Powell is bringing great things to pass at our church and we feel highly honored at having this man of God as pastor. Collection for the day was $23.35,-M. C. B., church reporter Rev. George C. Taylor, D. D. delivered two very helpful and instructive sermons Sunday morning, and night, to a very attentive audience. He persuaded his audience to accept the message of the Gospel as presented and be saved while opportunity is offered. Mr. Fuqua, of Fourth avenue, N. W, received a painful injury from a mashed foot last week at Roanoke Machine Works. Sir Alfred Penn, of Seventh avenue is somewhat indisposed at this writing. We are very sorry to hear of the illness of Mr. R. B. Bailey, of 210 First street. N. W. We hope for him THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA a speedy recovery. Mr. R. A. Jackson, of Newark, N. J., ex-missionary of Africa, is stopping at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Balley, of 210 First street, N. W. He seems to be delighted with his first visit to the Magic City. Mr. Daniel Jones, of 815 Peach Road, N. W., while at his post of duty on Monday, April 15, sustained a very painful injury in an accident which resulted in his left foot begging broken in three places. Under the efficient care of Dr. Gale, he is much improved. We trust that Mr. Jones may soon be able to be at his post again. He is a star ball player. Charles Albright, about fifty years of age, an employee of Engloby Brothers' Plumbing Company, was severely burned while building a fire in the basement of the building occupied by the above named company, on West Church avenue this morning about seven-thirty o'clock. It's understood that Albright threw some waste, which was saturated with oil into a furnace and set it afire with a match. The flame spurted out and caught his clothing. When found by some of the other workmen of that establishment he was crawling around on the basement floor a living mass of flames. His clothing, it is said, was saturated with oil also. Both of his sides and his head were badly burned he was removed to the Roanoke hospital for medical attention. Physicians say the case is hopeless. Mr. Albright has been an employee at this establishment for the last fifteen years. Somerset, Ky.—(From Mountain Educator News Bureau)—Mr. Milkard Nunnery, one of Tatsoville's best citizens was in the city last week on business. Dr. E. R. Alexander, our popular physician was in Cumberland County visiting his parents and friends last week. Mrs. Kittle Vest has returned from Cincinnati after a pleasant trip. Miss Bertha B. Bugle has returned Miss Bertha B. Buglo has returned from Louisville. Mrs. Janie Sandusky will leave in two weeks to join her husband in Indianapolis. Mr. Charlie Gover is on the sick list. Dr. H. R. Munford is in Monticello helping Rev. Griffin in a series of meetings. Prof. G. H. Baird, secretary of the Mountain Educator and general master Correspondence Normal School spent last week with Rev. and Mrs. Robert Owsley and will formally open a Literary Bureau at their residence. Typewriting will be taught and all kinds of Negro literature may be secured there. The Normal Training Class being conducted by Rev. W. B. Wood is meeting with much success. Miss Margarite Goss and Miss Lillian Bogle will give a lawn foe for the benefit of the May Rally. Miss Alice Allen, daughter of Mrs. Margarette Affen died April 17. The funeral was heft April 18. Mrs. Eliza Farmerly, mother of Messrs. Walter and Johnny Farmerly died April 18, at 12:45 A.M., age about fifty years. She was buried Saturday, April 20. Mrs. Farmerly who was formerly a Hues, was born in Wayne county, but has lived in Tatesville for over thirty years. She leaves two boys and a number of sisters and brothers and a host of friends to mourn their loss. Mr. Harvey Stigall, one of our most prominent citizens has applied for patents on a d'pier, a fuse and a bottle washer. The dipper aims to screen all drinking water, the fuse to carry proper current to motor or to make dead wires live on engines, boilers, etc., while the bottle washer will wash bottles automatically. He has been made a proposition by prominent attorneys in Washington to guarantee the patents and protect the same. This is an evidence of the great thought of Negro brain, Mr. Stigall is to be congratulated. WINCHESTER NOTES Winchester, Va., April 30.—Mr. and Mrs. James Ball have returned from Washington, D. C. Mrs. Nan Pletcher met with a m'shap on Monday morning. She fell at the corner of Coeil and Braddock streets. Mrs. M. B. Cooke has left the Memorial Hospital, where she underwent an operation recently. She is much improved. Mr. Samuel Mash, of East Piccadilly street received notice of the death of his n'cee, Mrs. James Hill, caused by Pneumonia after an illness of four days in Pittsburgh. The deceased was born in Winchester, but has been living in Pennsylvania a number of years. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Mary Yancey, of Pittsburgh, one brother, Mr. David C. Colbert, of Washington, D. C. and a nephew, Mr. Frederick Colbert, of Pittsburgh, Pa. The indie, will hold their next meeting at Mrs. Marceline Bell Cooke 23 Bond street. Mrs. Virginia Will'am has just completed another sweater for the boys over there. L. Mrs. Charles Lewis is confined to bed with La Grippie on W. Cork street. M. C. Trippet is visiting in Harrisburg, Pa. Miss Anna Turner, of W. Cork street, who has been sick, is much improved and expects to be around again soon. Mr. John Phoenix and wife are visiting his parents on S. Braddock street. Mr. Richard Festus was buried from his residence on East Piscadilly Monday, the 15th, at three P. M. The funeral was conducted by Rev. J. A. Reid, of John Mann M. E. Church. The choir of the church sang several beautiful selections. Mr. Festus was one of our oldest and esteemed citizens. He was also a Union sold or, having served three years in the Civil War of the States. The commander of the G. A. R. Post, of this city, of which he was a member paid a glowing tribute to him. The casket was draped with the flag he helped to defend. The interment was in Orrie Cemetery. He leaves beside his window, Mrs. Mary Festus, one grandson Mr. John Festus, who made his home with us, is another one of our old heroes who has answered the last roll call $ 100 PANTS MADE TO MEASURE Not $1.00, not even 60c, not one cent cost to you under our easy conditions. No extra charge for fancy, swell styles. 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The High Street Baptist Church was the scene of a large patriotic meeting on the 25th when eleven of our boys said, "Goodbye" to leave for Camp Lee. These men listened to three short but timely addresses delivered by Prof. I. W. Taylor Rev. J. R. Cooper and Mr. S. B. Noble. Mr. Willey Williamston, Jr. rendered a very appropriate recitation. The men were presented with kits by Mrs. M. G. Goode, furnished by the Red Cross Auxiliary. DBL DUBOIS TO SPEAK Listen! Dr. DuBois, Editor of the Crisis and Droctor of the publications of the N. A. A. C. P. will speak at the High Street Baptist Church, Tuesday, May the seventh. Everybody is invited to hear this scholar and genius. Mrs. Mary Jordan, who has been sick for some time, has gone to Burkesville, Va. for treatment. Mrs. Fannie Carter is yet on the sick 1st. Mr. Preston Channey is seriously ill at this writing. Mr. James Raynolds, who spent the Summer in Portsmouth, Va. is home with his mother. Mr. and Mrs. Wharton, of Averette Va. and Mrs. Poindexter, of Glendridge, N. J. spent a few days in the city. Rav. and Mrs. Carroll, of Washington, D. C. attended the Conference in South Boston, Va. On their return they spent Sunday in the city visiting the r brother, Mr. Charlie Reed, of Monroe street. Mrs. Lucinda Biglow returned to Philadelphia after spending some time with her sister, Mrs. Bowman, Franklin street. Mrs. Jennifer Brewer lott Sunday night for Camp Upton to visit her so. Mr. Willie Long, of Spruce street is on the sick list. Mrs. Annie L. Kemp, of Washington, D. C., who has been teaching at Bold Spring, Va. has just finished a successful school term. Another month was extended. The Buford Band gave a concert at the Westmoreland High School, Monday night, April 22, to a packed house. Gertrude, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pemberton Williams, departed tha life at Freedman's Hospital, Washington, D. C. Monday night. The remains reached the city Wednes day A. M. The funeral took place from the home. Thursday, 3 P. M. Resolutions from the Eighth Grade were read by Mary Alice Grasty. The floral designs were beautiful and numerous. "Green be the turf above thee, Friend of thy better day, None knew-thee but to love thee, Nor named thee but to praise. Mrs. Gertrude Rogers, of Bold Springs, Va. is visiting Mrs. Jennie Brower. Rev. G. W. Goode attended the Sociological Congress in Birmingham Alabama. On Sunday night he gave an excellent report. The race problem was fully discussed by both white and colored, and the most vital of them all was how to better the racial relation between them. It was truly a great meeting. Mrs. Sarah Millner and son, Albert are visiting in New York. Mrs. Lula Williams received a card stating her son Howard's safe arrival in France. Mr. Love Carter, of Gretna paid a short visit to his cousin, Mr. James Carter, of Thomas street. Mrs. Ann'e Green, Valley street is on the sick list. Mr. Thomas Reynolds, of Greensboro was in the city Sunday visiting Mr. and Mrs. S. R. Buforde. The Red Cross held their meeting at the home of the chairman, Mrs. G. W. Goode. The ladies have done and are still doing good work. On Thursday night a patriotic meeting was held for the drafted boys. Each one was presented with a kit by Mrs. G. W. Goode. The Civic Improvement League met at the residence of Mrs. Mnnie C. Reed. The officers were installed by Rev. G. W. Goode. A patriotic solo was sung by Mrs. Sarah Hill Williams, accompanied by Miss Nathalie Taylor. Mrs. Reed, the president, made the report of the year's work. Refreshments were served. Invited guest were Miss M. N. Taylor, Rev. J. R. Cooper, Prof. I. W. Taylor and R. G. Goode. Subscribe to The Richmond Planet. --- State Grand Lodge of Virginia, The Independent Order of Good Samaritans and What They Stand For. THE ENDOWMENT DEPARTMENT operated since October, 1901, issuing policies for One Hundred Dollars Since 1901 we have paid in DeaTe Claims, NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($90,000.) The Juvenile Department Charity Fund pays TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS ($25.00) at the death of the members. Our Home Office Building at the N W. Corner Sixth and Duval Streets, worth EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS ($8,000) all paid for. ALL DEATH CLAIMS PAID PROMPTLY. THE SUBORDINATE LODGES Pay Weekly Sick Benefits from $1.50 to $3.00 per week. The JOINING FEE IS IN THE REACH OF ALL. C. F. HUBBARD., Grand Chief, 1202—130th Street, Lynchburg, Virginia. J. W. THOMPSON, Grand Secretary and Manager, N. W. Corr 6th & Duval Sts., Richmond, Va. Phone Med 69757 TO CARRY FORWARD, THE WORK OF TEMPERANCE REFORM in such a manner that all may receive and enjoy its healing influences. To secure sympathy and rolloff for the unfortunate and distressed families of those who pledge themselves to abstain from all intoxicating drinks. To elevate the living, to comfort the Widows and Fatherless in the hour of their afflictions, and bury the dead of our Order, and generally in love to spread the principles of true Charity in the hearts of members, thereby creating fountains of Purity and Truth from which shall flow perennial streams of comfort to the afflicted, and blessing to all. OURS IS A SECRET ORDER. But so far from being objectionable, we claim it a merit. In whatever light opponents may choose to regard our enterprise we at least entertain --- FARMVILLE NEWS. Farmville, Va., April 30.—Rev. J. F. Wiley, pastor of the First Baptist Church left the city on the midnight train the seventh of April for Boston Mass. v a Lynchburg and returned home the 25th. While away on business, he used part of his time in calling upon relatives and friends in Boston and Mansfield, Mass. Yonkers, N. Y. and New York City. He found his brother, John H. Wiley and wife, well and happy on their farm near Mansfield, and at the Guardian office, 34 Cornhill, Boston, things were humming as usual, under the untiring zeal of its editor, w. of Mrs. Trotter as the power behind the throne. He was also glad to find his brother in-law, Mr. A. F. Townes, of 98 Kendall street, well and happy. On leaving Boston he did not have time to stop in Providence, his old home, but telephoned from the wharf to Mr. M. R. Armstrong to let him know he was still alive. Mr. Armstrong is the undertaker. Rev. Wiley left Providence for New York via Colonial line on Steamer Concord and meeting with his old friend, Mr. Frank Murry, the steward, who made it very pleasant for him until midnight. On reaching New York, the next morning he called up Rev. S. W. Smith, at Yonkers, who came to the city at once and took Rev. Wiley to his home where he spent a most delightful time for a week and preached for Rev. Dr. Smith on the 21st inst. he met w. h a splendid congregation of Christ an workers, both young and old. Every branch of the church is well organized and doing good and noble work. Before leaving Mr. and Mrs. Perkins entertained at dinner, Rev. Smith and family, Dr. Morgan and family and Rev. Wiley, Rev. and Mrs. Hucless of New York City also catered new Revs. Wiley and Smith at dinner before Rev. Wiley left for home. Rev. Wiley arrived home on the 25th and found all well, both in his home and church. Now we are getting down to hard work and with the able staff of officers and a willing congregation we shall bring things to pass. The First Baptist Church must be heard from soon. Rev. Wiley occupied his pulpit Sunday morning at the usual hour of service. The church was well attended and all seemed to be highly delighted to see the pastor back again. He told his congregation of his pleasant trip and other interesting remarks. He then proceeded to deliver a most beautiful sermon full of last ug instructions from Mark 9. Theme, "Jesus, Rebukes Solishness." In the evening another crowd listened attentively to his wonderful Gospel message from Amos 4:1. PAYTON-SMITH NUPTIALS A pretty home wedding was solemnized at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Smith, 207 Ely street, on Tuesday, April 30, when their daughter, Lottie C, became the bride of Mr. Arthur U. Payton, of Buffalo, N Y. The home was beautifully decorated with palms, ferns and cut flowers. Promptly at 2:45 o'clock the family of the bride entered the parlor. The mother of the bride wore a beautiful black taffeta silk dress trimmed with brocaded lace and Jet. At the strains of the wedding march rendered by Mrs. Omega Vaughan Mason, the bridal party entered the parlor at three o'clock, when Miss Yetta A. Goodwyn, maid of honor, entered, wearing a beautiful dress of steel silk trimmed with georgette crepe and draped with beads, carrying a shower bouquet of pink carnations tied with pink tulle. Next came Miss Ruth J. Manson, wearing a dress of steel silk, carry ng pink carnations tied with white tulle. Then came the bride, leaning on the arm of her brother, Mr. Francis II, Smith. She looked charming in a steel traveling suit with shoes, hat, gloves and veil to match. She carried a large shower bouquet of white carnations tied with white tulle. She was met in the center of the room by the groom and Mr. L. L. Bland as best man. Rev. J. R. Augustus the bride's pastor performed the ceremony. The bride and groom were the recipients of many handsome and useful presents. Immediately after the ceremony the happy pair left on an extended bridal tour, visiting Norfolk, Baltimore, Camden, N. J. and other points North. After May 5 they will be at their home, 156 Pine street, Buffalo, N. Y. WORK such and to se- the millies is to banks. the our of and of to arity proby and aren- illet- But we light our no WHAT THE ORDER IS DOING IN VIRGINIA. ENT operated since October, 1901, issuing post- ta Claims, NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($ TITY-FIVE DOLLARS, $25.00) at the death of the sixth and Dual Street, worth EIGHT THOUSAN- DAID PROMPTLY. MES Pay Weekly Sick Benefits from $1.50 to $5. ARD., Grand Chief, 1202—13th Street, Lynch ary and Manager, N. W. Cor. 6th & Duval Sts., R Mrs. Frank Carrol of Roanoke, is here visiting her parents, Rov. and Mrs. Nelson Jordan. Mrs. L. D. Overton, of New York City is in the city visiting her sister, Mrs. George Wade, of Ely street. Miss Watstello Allen, of Cursville was the guest of Miss Flossie Coles ston for a few days last week. Dr. Bland Ross, of Lowmoor spent the first part of the week in the city. He was the guest of Miss Hatt e L. Albe mor sew FULTON NOTES Riding Mount Zion Sunday School and Church were well attended, that's being Rev. N. B. Brown's thirteenth anniversary of his pastorate of the said church. At 11:30 A. M. Rev. P. J. Wailace, pastor of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, of Norfolk, Va. preached one of his soul resiving sermons. This sermon was masterly handled. He is a pulpit orator and sincerely urged his doarers to pray for ministers and especially for our honored pastor, Rev. N. B. Brown, who has served so faithfully for thirteen years. On last Sunday, April 28, the Davis-Armstrong League, of Fulton held an Educational meeting at the Rising Mount Zion Church. The speakers were Dr. J. A. C. Chandler, Mr. W. Floyd Beams and Mr. Adams, principal of Armstrong High School. Among the colored speakers were Prof. John Mayne, Prof. Blackwell and Prof. Scott. The meeting was very inspiring and helpful to all. We hope that just such meetings will be held often in this vicinity for our people. The patrons and citizens of Fulton are very much interested in the Summer School Movement. Mrs. Olivia Orange is leading in putting forth strenuous efforts to have one for our children. Mrs. Della Braxton and Mr. Sylvester Dunston continue sick. Fulton was well represented last week when the second draft quota left for Camp Lee. Rev. William Harris, pastor of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church is improving. We, the Neighbors Club and citizens of Fulton extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of Mrs. Jenetta Yates. Mt. Calvary Sunday School was well attended. A collection of $2 was raised for the Fulton Settlement House by the school. Beverly Valentine, superintendent and C. B. Jefferson, corresponding secretary. At 11:30 the morning service was conducted by Rev. A. Jackson. He preached a good sermon. At 1:30 P. M. the funeral services of Mrs. Jannette Yates were held. She had lived a consistent Christian life in the community. Rev. N. B. Brown preached from the 57th division of the Psalms and 7th verse, Subject, "A Heart Stayed on God." Solos were rendered by Rev. William Tuck, Mr. Beverly Valentine. Mrs. Sylbella Barnes and select reading coming from the children was read by Mrs. Glena Lowis. She was a member of the sali church in deed and truth. She leaves to mourn their loss, a husband, mother, two daughters, two sons, three sisters, one brother, grand children and a host of relatives and friends. Mr. R. C. Scott was the undertaker. She was laid to rest in the Evergreen Cemetery. May God bless the bereaved family. At 3:30 P. M., the Fulton Lodge, K. of P., No. 42 held its seventeenth anniversary at the said church. Rev. Joseph Brown preached the sermon. There was no mistake, he surely did preach. The welcome address was delivered by Mr. C. B. Jefferson. Response by Col. Roscoe C. Mitchell. Scripture reading by Mr. Charles Morton of the Blooming Lily Lodge, K. of P. Prayer by the prelate, C. E. Atkins. Solo was rendered by Mrs. Esther Lewis which was very fine. Sir W. E. Brown, of Fulton delivered the address, which we all enjoyed. Sir Z. Henderson, C. C. was master of ceremonies. RONCEVERTE NOTES. (Oliver M. Green.) Ronceverte, W. Va., April 30.— Rev. C. H. Carter preached an able sermon Sunday. Mrs. B. F. Brackenridge returned Sunday evening from Huntington, misgiving as to its tendency. The Constitution and By-laws of our Order are in the reach of all who wish to examine them. There are also solemn admonitions inculcated in the Lodge room that do not reach the ear of any except those who are accounted worthy of membership. OUR MOTTO IS LOVE, PURITY AND TRUTH and upon these three pillars rest the structure of our Institution. We believe our Order is conducive to the welfare of both soxes and it is the enjoined duty of all to watch over one another in sickness and in health and to demonstrate with those who wander from the paths of rectitude and sobriety. We hope you will decide to come with us in this onward march and we will do you good. COME AND SEE. INGINA. ing policies for One Hundred Dollars ( $90,000.) The Juvenile Depart- ment of the members. Our Home Office HOUSAND DOLLARS ($8,000) all paid to $3.00 per week. The JOINING Lynchburg, Virginia. its., McIlmone, Va., Phone, Mad. 6256 after spending a few days with her uncle. Mr. and Mrs. William Gross re- turned home Monday evening from Charleston, W. Va., after spending a few weeks with her daughter, Mrs. Albert Jefferson. The First Baptist Sunday School held a rally Sunday, April 28, with great success, raisng $64.00. Mrs. James Curry left Friday morning for Columbus, Ohio to spend several weeks with her sister, Mrs. Maurice Wesley, who is very ill. The Odd Fellows will have their annual sermon the third Sunday in May at the Methodist Episcopal Church. Mrs. Ruffner Polindexter is very ill at her home on Lewisburg avenue. Messrs, G. B. Cousins and C. N. Perkins will leave Wednesday morning for Huntington, where they will attend the Sunday School Convent.on Miss Augustine Patterson, accompanied her father, Mr. Sandy Hollands to White Sulphur Friday, where he will undergo a surgical treatment. The Polk Miller Quartette played at the High School Auditorium for the benefit of the Red Cross. Mr. and Mrs. Trever Efarskirn left last evening for Charleston, W. Va. The Lad es Ald gave an entertainment at the Christian League, Hall, Saturday night with much success. Mrs. L. B. Johnson is much improved after a serious attack of Pneumonia at her home in Union. Mrs. A. H. Brown was called to Alderson on business last week. FREE STYLE BOOK To Colored Women We are also the largest manufacturers of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest book is now new style in in hair dressing sent free. Every colored woman could have on. We sell sand sands hair and toilet articles. Sat- faction guaranteed or money back. 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Arrangements will be made for the enactment of the members of the Board by the pastor of the Roan oke Baptist Church. B. C. Morels, President National Baptist Convention, R. B. Hudson Secretary. $27.00 A WEEK WANTED—a shootmaker who can operate Goodyear and quick on Jack. Will pay $27.00 a week. MOONEY BROS.. Wheeling, W. Va. WANTED—Expert linetype operator. Apply Planet Office, 311 N. 4th St. Richmond, Va. OLD FOLKS CONCERT—MAY 13. Come to the Second Baptist Church Monday, May 13, at eight o'clock to see the Old Folks' Concert. Just see Aunt Julliann with her old fashion hoop skirt will make you laugh yourself out any spell of indigestion. For the benefit to Missions. Come and help to spread the Gospel. (Interior view of the Mechanics Savings Bank.) ai Call and fet us tell you about the plan. The bonds pay 4 1-4 per cent. per annum. There is nothing better than a United States Bond. Rich men only formerly were able to purchase them. Now it’s the poor man’s inning. Buy to-day. 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General the greatest stra Field Marshal whose great con- held the Hunts ON TIGHT ROPE SELLS WAR SAIL. man, the famous circus star sells nightrope at Broad and Wall street hundred dollars worth of the stamps to to see her perform. BROOKLYN Bird Millman, the famous circus star selling War Savings Stamps from a tightrope at Broad and Wall streets. Miss Millman sold several hundred dollars worth of the stamps to the huge crowd that assembled to see her perform. THE HOUSE UNION THE WAY TO BATTLE. United States soldiers, now called by the on their way through a French village to take pa where they have proved again to the world th than hold their own against the enemy. rates soldiers, now called by the through a French village to take pa- we proved again to the world tha- ir own against the enemy. United States soldiers, now called by the French "Sammies" on the r way through a French village to take part in the big battle where they have proved again to the world their ability to more than hold their own against the enemy. LIVING UP FROM VANISHING TERRORIST The director of the Tennessee State Council 1 of Defense has, like his son, donned khaki for the duration of the war. As Major Smith his dynamic energies are bent on helping his state attain 100 per cent efficiency in war. "No," he boomed in reply to an inquiry, "we're not planning these April meeting for Negroes—nor for whites, either. They are to be held in every county court-house in this state for the people of Tennessee, those duty and privilege it is to get behind the government in this war. We call everybody to the county meetings; and white men and black ones talk to them when they get there. Haven't they all got to help—fight, and buy Liberty bonds and thrift stamps, back the Red Cross work, and save? This is not a white man's war nor a black man's war; its American's war; and every man, woman and child must help wn it. That's --- --- M. GENERAL HAIG. Field Marshal of the English Army whose great courage and stamina has held the Huns at bay. SELLS WAR SAVINGS STAMPS. Circus star selling War Savings and Wall streets. Miss Millman of the stamps to the huge crowd. called by the French "Sammies" village to take part in the big battle o the world their ability to more enemy. our plant and we're carrying it out. A NEGRO'S VIEW OF IT. Members of both races confirmed this statement. "In making out the craft questionaires," said a leading Nashville Negro, "the white lawyers asked the colored lawyers to help. They worked in the same room. All understood no social question was involved it was a service to our government. The call was made and responded to on that basis." TENNESSEE WOMEN IN LINE. The women's branch of the State Council has a colored division, with a colored woman doctor at its head. She reported her work at the recent state meeting at which Dr. Anna Shaw spoke; and another colored woman spoke. "We pass on to the colored chairman every phase of our work," said a official at state headquarters; "and she works it out among her people." A COUNTRY CRIMP FOR THE KAISER At the recent meeting of Tennessee colored industrial supervisors for the colored country schools, two supervisors reported for three counties—Iamilton, Bradley, McMinn—127,000 BANKING The saving habit is now called the thrift habit. Some people have never had it and some people never will have it. With thousands of people, the song is, "Come day, go day, God send Sunday." The reason for this is that the other days are days of work and Sunday is generally regarded as rest-day and these kind of people want to rest and to make just enough money to "keep buckle and tongue together." A person who divides his earnings and who puts aside a certain proportion for the days of sickness and even the days of recreation is wise. You can do this by purchasing a War Savings Stamp, if your means are limited, or by taking out a Christmas Savings Club card or by joining the Vacation Club. Your money is safe in the banks for the Government is behind the banks. The people are behind the Government. Win or lose, prosperity will be with us for ten years or more. Save some of your money. Do not try to save all of it. You can't do that. Save some of it. JOHN MITCHELL, JR., President, Mechanics Savings Bank. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA quarts of food canned by colored families connected with the schools, 19,000 pounds of dried food stored. In one of these counties a professor in the University of Tennessee gave the colored teachers a short course in war and school work; and in all of them white school superintendents and others helped. 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A great field for such a one is here and a convenient office can be secured by the Bureau of Information, No. 52 Railroad avenue. Here are some of the names of professional colored men who are making good here in their professions, Dr. Buckner, Lawyer Lovelace A. B. Grasty, the ice cream man, J. R. Farrar, the prime mover in the Business Men's League of this city. We shall say more later.—ADB Blacksmith Wanted. A colored Blacksmith wanted, with or without family. Light work, good wages. Apply at once. WHAT DID SHE DO? MARY JOHNSON'S HAIR Was Short and Kinny Now Its Long and Fluffy She Used NOAH'S HAIR DRESSING Price 55c. If your dealer can't supply you send to us. Refuse substitutes. Manufactured by NOAH PRODUCTS CORP., RICHMOND, VA. The Planet only $1.50 per year --- SEVEN BANK OF NEW YORK THE MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK HAS BEEN NAMED BY THE UNITED STATES TREASURY DEPARTMENT AS A WAR SAVINGS DIVISION. N. W. CORNER THIRD AND CLAY STREETS RICHMOND, VIRGINIA