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THE RICHMOND PLANET VOLUME XXXV. NO. 26 GOV. DAVIS ADDRESSES LARGE Y. M. C. A. MASS MEETING GOV. DAVIS ADDRESSES LARGE Y. M. C. A. MASS MEETING The meeting at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon, under the auspices of the Colored Y. M. C. A., Mr. John Powell, President and Rev. Scott C. Burrell, D. D. Secretary was a grand success. It was arranged by Dr. Burrell and Dr. Scott to meet the geared up opportunity to meet the colored people of this city and to speak a word to them. The preliminary exercises were conducted by Rev. Dr. T. J. King; Dr. Burrell was Master of Ceremonies. INTRODUCED THE GOVERNOR. The 5th St. Baptist Church Choir furnished music. Ed tor John Mitchell. Jr. was present to introduce Governor Davis and right well did he perform the task assigned to him. Governor Westmoreland Davis during his preliminary remarks told of his long residence in this city. His family lived many years in Linden Row on Franklin street. He said that the colored family servants came from Mississippi and were endearced to the family. THE YANKEES CAME When the Yankees came, it was feared that the family would lose all of their wealth and so they entrusted to Uncle Ben, the care of all the silver. He put this silver in a wagon and carried it to Hollywood Cemetery where he buried it. After the war he went there and dug it in a Gue Davis' jail, for none of it missing. When the colored help were told that they were free, Uncle Ben and his associates declared that they had promised to take care of the mistress and that they would do it. RISKED SLAVERY. Although they were told that to go back to Mississippi would mean their re-enslavement as General Johnston had not then surrendered, they started back to make the trip. Johnston had in the meantime surrendered and they were free, but they remained faithful to the trust. Governor Davis then discussed, "Service." He told the colored people just how they could be of service by the conservation of food and by adding in the "Back to the farm" movement for the reason that the success of this war would be largely determined by the produce from the farms. A PROFOUND IMPRESSION. For nearly an hour, he held the audience spellbound and he was enthusiastically applauded as he proceeded. There is no question that he made a profound impression upon his audience and when he assured the colored peacock that they would always find a friend in him the response was enthusiastic. At the conclusion, President John Powell spoke and then he introduced Mrs. Mingie L. Watker for an impromptu response to His Excellency, She worked up those present to the wildest pitch of enthusiasm, when she declared that Governor Davis would find today more than ten thousand "indeed Bees," who would be equally faithful to him and loyal to the government. BENEDICTION ANNOUNCED The benediction was announced by key, Dr. P. F. Morris of Lynchburg, Va. The audience stood giving the Chantapura salute as his Excellency passed out to the street, then the vast crowd followed, dressed the afternoon's happening. MOTHER'S DAY AT HARTSHORN. Mother's Day will be held at Hart's born College, May 12th, at eight Pickel P. M., under the auspices of the Temperance Society. Miss Jean the Wright, orator of the evening Friends are invited. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Friends are requested to note the range of Vesper Hour, Beginning Sunday, May 12. Vesper Services at six o'clock. Get-together meeting of members and friends Monday evening at six o'clock. Come out and spend a pleasant social hour. Music, games and refreshments. Come out. Let's get better acquainted. Miss Estelle Jackson, of Newport News is spending a few days at the association, the guest of Miss Ruffin. COLORED PEOPLE'S PART IN THE GREAT WORLD WAR Graphic Description of the Great Fight in Africa-Black Troops on Both Sides Win Renown. British Officers and Their Black Followers Win Victories for Allies (By W. F. Hutchinson, by arrangement with the African Times.) (Copyright by J. E. Bruce.) THE CAMERONS CAMPAIGN—H Special to Richmond Planet. LONDON, April 17, 1918. Simultaneously with the advance of a Nissanian force against Mora two other columns crossed the border into German territory with the object of clearing the enemy from that portion of the German Cameroons which lies between Lake Chad to the north, and the Nachtigal Rapids of the Samaa River to the south. The more northerly of the two starting from Yona, an important town on the River Benne, seized *t* frontier post of Tepe, and then advanced forty miles on Garuna, a large town one hundred and twenty miles S. S. W. of Mora, which it reached on the 29th of August and captured one o, the ports. At dawn the next morning the enemy counter-attacked heavily, and the whole force was compelled to fall back to Yola with the loss of the commander, Lieutenant-Colonel P. Nacker, and three officers, and heavy houses of the rank and file. A SURPRISE ATTACK. The third column, starting from Bom on the Cross River, seized Nsamkung, just within the frontier. On the 6th of September a German column which had advanced from Buda made a surprise attack on the port and practically annihilated the garrison, only two officers and ninety men succeeding in forcing a way through with the bayonet. The casualties on the British side numbered 168, of whom 2 officers, 1 non-commissioned officer and 2 men were killed; 1 officer, 16 men were wounded, and 3 officers, 1 non-commissioned officer, and 19 men were taken prisoners. Those who escaped strapped back into Bom, after days of wandering and starvation in the forest. One section had been a week practically without food. So far then, the operations against the Germans had not led to any decisive result. At the end of September the French forces in the south were slowly advancing northward up the two protruding tongues of German territory; while in the north the three British columns had been checked or had suffered severe revenues. But another line of attack had been adapted by the British against the apex of the great triangle formed by the theatre of operations. GEN. DOBELL. APPPOINTED Immediately on the declaration of war, General Dobell, then Inspector-General of the West African Frontier Force, who happened to be in England on leave, was appointed to command an allied Expeditionary Force for the capture of the Cameroons. The number of troops, of both nations, placed at his disposal at the beginning of the campaign, amounted to 2,200 West African native soldiers. The British and French contingent were almost equal in numbers, the British being made up of three battalions of four companies each of Infantry, and two batteries each of four 2,95 guns supplied by the various segments of the West African Frontier Force. The French contingent was composed of the famous Senegalese Tirilleurs. As this force was found to be too weak it was increased from time to time and on the 21st, November, 1915, General Dobell's command numbered 9,700, in which were included the Fifth Light Infantry Regiment of the Indian Army. ATTEMPTED TO SAVE COLONIES Before the Expeditionary Force arrived at Daalu, a diplomatic attempt to save its Central African colonies was made by the German Government. On the 23rd of August, the day after the battle of the Chira in Torcoland, when it had become evident that the German Navy could not protect the colonies, and that there was imminent danger of communication with them being cut off by the destruction of the great wireless sta- ons on the West Coast of Africa, the German Government appealed to the declaration of the neutrality of the Congo Basin by the Berlin Conference of 1848-49, which had been extended by the Berlin Act to include about half of French Equatorial Africa, a portion of the Cameroons, all German East Africa, British East Africa and Uganda. The United States Government was asked to procure the neutrality of all this region "to prevent an aggravation of the state of war which could serve no purpose, while prejudicial to the community of culture of the white race." A DEFENSIVE ATTITUDE At the beginning of the war an enquiry by the British Government, which had instructed their officials in the Congo to adopt a strictly defenses we attitude, had elicited that the French Government was "very disposed" to proclaim the neutrality of its territories in "the conquer" oust Basin of the Congo. By the time Germany made her proposal evidence had been obtained of German preparations to attack French territory, which had been balked when Great Britain's entry into the war placed the German colonies between two fires. The American government limited itself to forwarding the proposals without comment, and the British and French Governments refused to entertain them. Immediately after Britain's declaration of war on the 11th of August a fortification of armed vessels demonstrated on various points on the Cameroon coast, especially at Victoria, a town at the foot of the Cameroon Mountain, originally a Baptist Mission Station. At the same time two German armed boats, the "Robits" and the "Holo", threatened the Gabon coast. The French retaliated by sending a force of 600 Senegalese to Cooro Beogh (which the Germans had remained Udoko) at the mouth of the 15° Muni. After a stiff fight, during which the two boats were sunk, Cooro Beogh was captured on the 21st of September, and the French force proceeded to clear the enemy from the German portion of Muni. TO MINE THE CHANNEL. In the meantime, Herr Ebermader, the German Governor, was preparing to defend his colony. Colonel Zimmermann was appointed Commander in chief of the German forces, and at once began to organize the defense. On the 1st of August he arrived at Duna, followed the next day by the Governor and his staff. On August 10, news was received by "wireless" of the arrival of two English cruisers at Tenerife and preparations were made to me the channel up to the town. It was not till the 30th that the British battles arrived. It consisted of the 9,500 ten cruiser, Cumberland, Captain Civil Father, R. X., carriage 11.6 inch guns, the gunpod Dwarf, 7,010 tons, armed with 2.1 inch and 1.2 inches (12 pounders), the steamships Walrus and Vampire, the Nigerian Government's armed watchtower and a number of small craft, suitable for work in the coasts, being to the Nigerian Marine Service. A detachment was landed at Victoria without opposition, but the embarked on being threatened by the German Commander, when the (Continued on Page Two) THE WORLD WAR. Editor John Mitchell, Jr. upon invi-iation of the Shiloh Baptist Church committee of which Rev. L. C. Scott, D. D. is pastor, will deliver his popu- lar address on, "The World War," in Atlantic City, N. J., May 16, 1915. This lecture has created something of a sensation and many are still elamoring to hear it. Rev. Dr. A. Binga celebrated his Forty-sixth Anniversary as pastor of the First Baptist Church, of South Richmond, last Sunday. THE LATE REV. W. W. BROWNE Founder, G. F. O. True Reformers THE FOUNDER OF THE TRUE REFORMERS. Remains of Grand Worthy Master W. W. Browne Now Rest in Woodland Cemetery. The last chapter in the "after-death" history of the late Rev. W. THE LATE REV. W. W. BROWNE W. Browne, founder and former Grand Worthy Master of the Grand Fountain. United Order of True Reformers, was written when Formal Director Z. D. Lewis, Jr. disinterested in romance in Scamone Cemetery, Barton Heights, under the instructions of the widow and reinterred them Saturday, May 1, 1918 in beautiful Woodland Cemetery," adduced to High Park. A MAGNIFICENT SHAFT. The magnificent granite shaft, which stood out in bold relief in the midst of the most unavailable surroundings, for the weeds and trees, with the creeping honey-suckle had made the place a veritable wilderness, told the story of his birth and death. The inscription reads: "To My Husband, William W. Browne, Founder of the Grand Fountain, C. O. T., R. Born in Habebern County, Ga., October 20, 1819. Died in Washington, D. C., December 21, 1897." THE METALLIC CASKET The grave was broken and the shaft was at the head. The box was intact and the metallic casket stood the strain of the removal. The remains now rest at the intersection of the house Road and the Avenue, almost directly in front of the large brick mansion in the Cemetery. The shaft will be removed. The spot selected is an ideal one, for a beautiful three-cornered centre piece is just in front of the section, while almost directly opposite rest the remains of the distinguished churchman and philosopher Rey John lesser. THE FUNERAL OF MR. FOSTER L. LUCAS. The funeral of Foster L. Lucas, who fell asleep in Jesus, April 29, 1918, at 10:30, was held from the First Baptist Church, Rey, W. T. Johnson, pastor, Wednesday, May 1, 1918. He was sick only three weeks, but was patient with his illness until the end. Honorary pall bearers were, Messrs, W. G. Singleton, W. T. Wright, St. J. Gilpin, B. P. Vandervall, Active, J. H. Harper, A. Fowlkes, J. Anderson, Smith, Hill and Banks, Interment in Evergreen. Marriage Announcement. Mr. Charles W. Richardson announces the marriage of his daughter, Rachel E. Jackson to Mr. John M. Jackson, May 6, 1918. Washington, D. C. After a brief visit to Philadelphia, Md. they will be at home after the birth, in Richmond, Va. Founder, G. U. O. True Reformers ODD FELLOWS: ANNIVERSARY. The seventy fifth Anniversary of the G. F. O. of O. F. will be held at the Fourth Baptist Church, 28th and 42nd Streets; Sunday, May 12, 1948 at three P. M. The judge will meet at Price Hall, two P. M. The Households of Ruth will meet in the basement of the church. Rev. J. H. Fauntleroy, chairman; Oear X. Brown, secretary. PRESIDENT WILSON SPARES THE GIVES OF FOUR SOLDIERS. Disapproves. Sentence of Americans Ordered to Re Shot in France for Sleeping at Sentry Posts. Washington. May 4. President Wilson disapproved today the sentence of four American soldiers in France, ordered to be shot. Senices of Privates Alon Ledoyen and Sianley G. Fisbak were commuted to three year's confinement. Privates Forrest D. Sebastian and Jess Cook were granted full pardon. Sebastian and Cook who were pardoned, were convicted of sleeping at sentry posts. Ledoyen and Fashhack were sentenced for disobeying orders. They will serve their three year terms at Leavenworth. President Wilson's action was taken on the recommendation of Secretary Baker, who made a personal investigation of the case. In granting full pardon to Sebas tian and Cook, the President said he did so in view of their extreme youth and the fact that their offense was wholly free from collisions disregard of duty. Both are ordered back to their companies. Card of Thanks. I wish to thank the visitors, friends and fraternal organizations for their kindness and favors during the illness and death of my husband, Foster L. Lucas and their floral tributes and respect. Sincerely yours, MARY W. LUCAS. TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE TO TRAIN SOLDIERS IN TRADES. Tuskegee, Alabama, April 25th.—Dr. Robert R. Moton, Principal announced today that Tuskegee Institute has been selected by the War Department as a training school for Negro technicians. About 400 colored men, including officers, will be selected from the various training camps and sent to Tuskegee on May 15th, and for two months these men will do most in intensive work in such classes as Auto mechanics, carpentry, blacksmithing, etc. This group will be followed by another group until during the six months following, ap proximately 1200 men will have been trained. A TUSKEGEE GRADUATE BUYS $220,000 IN LIBERTY BONDS. Tuskegee, Alabama, April 27th.—William V. Chambliss, a graduate of Tuskegee Institute, class of 1890, and now a successful farmer in this county has purchased $20,000 worth of the Third Liberty Loan. A MOST PROMISING MOVEMENT FOR RICHMOND. For years the Associated Charities of Philadelphia has been unable to render the needed help to colored people. There is no prospect of more help from that source. Put many white and colored people feel that the present neglect of the colored people is inexusable. They have formed an organization known as the Community House for Colored People. Judge Rocks is President of the Board, Dr. W. H. Hurches, Secretary, Dr. G. E. Hovey, Chairman of the Executive Committee. Many leading colored people are taking interest in it. The white people will give at the very best, dollar for dollar, for what the colored people will raise to start the work. A budget of $2,000 changed for the first year for charity and welfare work. We must seize this opportunity to start a work which will have the confidence and support of both white and colored people. If we can raise $1,000 this month, the white people will give us the same at least. A committee consig-sation of ibon, John Mitchell, Jr., Mrs. Mascio L., Walker, Rev. Randolph Peyton, D. D., Mrs. Ors Stokes, Rev. M. E. Davis, Mr. Alphonsi Norrell and Dr. G. R. Hovey is presenting the matter to churches, clubs and individuals. It is one of the best things for the people proposed in recent years and should meet a generous response from all. Card of Thanks Mrs. Pattie A. Faunberger and family desire through this medal to thank the many friends for kindness shown during the recent illness and with empathy death of her husband, James H. Faunberger. Ms. divine blessings abide with all. On Wednesday night, May 1, 1914, H. Fauntroy entertained his immediate family at funcheon in his home, 703 W. Leigh street, the occasion being the twentieth anniversary of his conversion. MARKERS WANTED - For a shop with a good white trade. The best shop in the town. Fine wages paid the right parties. Write for particulars. Sohendid opportunity for the right persons. Two good men wanted at once. JOHN A. SINGER. Parkersburg. W. Va. Mr. Bertha Smith Tinsley, accompanied by her daughter, Blossom, left the city last Saturday for Boston. Mars., where she will join her husband, Mr. Fred Tinsley, formerly of Richmond. PRICE. FIVE CENTS A LINE O' CHEEK ONE DAY O THE WEEK. Slogan: Negroes Be Men NoW. (By Rev. E. D. Coffee, Richmond, Va. Before our Country wen, to war, Standards for Negroes were not par! Most everywhere they ordered, then, That Negroes should be less than Men! "Friend" ordered us to "erase" and now To be afraid, to "grin" and how! But on that drafts Fortune Day. Our Country call us to obey! "Negroes," said she, "we want Men now!" The time when we must teach you how Touch you to brave a tyrant's Foe Bear arrows wounded from twang- ing bows! To be Men fighting Hellfeed Huns, Unif the Victory, brown ones! In such short time, this how strange, To make such metamorphic change! The "over there" white Devil Foe, Must be rescued blow for blow! The "over here" Jim Crow white "friends." Must new be forced to make amends! They must be Men who go away! "Shall we who stay act less than they?" No greater honor could be paid Than that we rise, be unfaraid! That all the Race rise up Like Men— As soldiers—so the citizen! Why should they heast the lead bach Why should they brunt the lead-barb ed flames. For asssh kin who bear their names? Mr. Johnson Here. Mr. James L. Johnson, formerly wineboy and me's attendant on the U. S. S. Brooklyn, Commodore Schley's dagship, during the memorable battle of Santiago, and a resi- MR. JAMES L. JOHNSON member of Atlantic City, N. J., during the past five years, is in the city. He is a member of the Atlantic Coun- tries Republican League and the Second Ward Republican Club and one of the promoters of the Walter E. Edge Marching Club. Mrs. Dollie Nibbs and her son, Mr. Harry Nibbs will leave the city Sunday, May 12, 1918 for Philadelphia, to visit her daughter, Mrs. Pearl Hueck. Mrs. at Hoodbish Jones, of the 87th Infantry, now stationed at Coventry, N. passed through the Wellington enroute to Woodchester county, Va., to spend eight days. Mrs. at L. Dunham, M. D. is known as the "Light House" Doctor, appointed at Cowpens, S. C. and medal medals for the cure of the troubles of the lungs, liver, heart, kidneys and digestive organs. Come to the Second Baptist Church Monday May 12th at 8 o'clock to see the "Old Folk's Concert" just junt Juliana with her old fashion hoop skirt will make you laugh yourself out of any spell of indigestion. For the benefit of Missions, Come and help to spread the gospel. Rev. P. L. Hall, of Drakes Branch, Va. passed through the city this week curate to the Virgina Baptist State Convention, which convened at Newport News, Va. Mr. A. W. Holmes, President and Founder of the National Ideal Benefit Society has just returned home from a very successful trip to Washington, D. C. and Philadelphia, Pa., where he spent several days in the interest of the Order and added many members to the fold. RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State L TIME IS FLEETING—KEEP POSTED --- VOLUME XXXV, NO. 26 GOV. DAVIS ADDRESSES LARGE Y. M. C. A. MASS MEETING The meeting at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Sunday afternoon, under the auspices of the Colored Y. M. C. A., Mr. John Powell, President and Rev. Scott C. Burrell, D. D., Secretary was a grand success. It was arranged by Dr. Burrell and His Excellency Westmoreland Davis was accorded an opportunity to meet the colored people of this city and to speak a word to them. The preliminary exercises were conducted by Rev. Dr. T. J. King. Dr. Burrell was Master of Ceremonies. INTRODUCED THE GOVERNOR The 5th St. Baptist Church Choir furnished music. Edor John Mitchell, Jr was present to introduce Governor Davis and right well did he perform the task assigned to him. Governor Westmoreland Davis during his preliminary remarks told of his long residence in this city. His family lived many years in Linden Row on Franklin street. He said that the colored family servants came from Mississippi and were endecared to the family. THE YANKEES CAME. When the Yankees came, it was feared that the family would lose all of their wealth and so they entrusted to Uncle Ben, the care of all the silver. He put this silver in a wagon and carried it to Hollywood Cemetery to he buried it. After the war he went there and dug it up to the Davis Family home of it missing. When the colored help were told that they were free, Uncle Ben and his associates declared that they had promised to take care of the mistress and that they would do it. RISKED SLAVERY. Although they were told that to go back to Mississippi would mean their re-enslavement as General Johnston had not then surrendered, they started back to make the trip. Johnson had in the moantime surrendered and they were free, but they remained faithful to the trust. (Governor Davis then discussed, "Service." He told the colored people just how they could be of service by the conservation of food and by aiding in the "Back to the farm" movement for the reason that the success of this war would be largely determined by the produce from the farms. A PROFOUND IMPRESSION For nearly an hour, he held the audience spellbound and he was enthusiastically applauded as he proceeded. There is no question that he made a profound impression upon his audience and when he assured the colored people that they would always find a friend in him the response was enthusiastic. At the conclusion, President John Powell spoke and then he introduced Mrs. Maggie L. Walker for an imprompt response to His Excellency. She worked up those present to the wildest pitch of enthusiasm, when she declared that Governor Davis would find today more than ten thousand "Uncle Bens," who would be equally faithful to him and loyal to the government. BENEDICTION ANNOUNCED The benediction was announced by Rev. Dr. P. F. Morris, of Lynchburg, Va. The audience stood giving the Chantanqua salute to His Excellency passed out to the street and then the vast crowd followed, d'scussing the afternoon's happening. MOTHER'S DAY AT HARTSHORN Mother's Day will be held at Hartz born College, May 12th, at eight clock, P, M., under the auspices of the Temperance Society. Miss Jean ate Wright, orator of the evening, Friends are invited. Y. W. C. A. NOTES Friends are requested to note the change of Vesper Hour. Beginning Sunday, May 12, Vesper Services at six o'clock. Get-together meeting of members and friends Monday evening at six o'clock. Come out and spend a pleasant social hour. Music, games and refreshments. Come out. Let's get better acquainted. Miss Estelle Jackson, of Newport News is spending a few days at the association, the guest of Miss Ruffin. COLORED PEOPLE'S PART IN THE GREAT WORLD WAR Graphic Description of the Great Fight in Africa-Black Troops on Both Sides Win Renown. British Officers and Their Black Followers Win Victories for Allies (By W. F. Hutebinson, by arrangement with The African Times.) (Copyright by J. E. Bruce.) Special to Richmond Planet LONDON, April 17, 1918.—Simultaneously with the advance of a Nigerian force against Mora two other columns crossed the border into German territory with the object of clearing the enemy from that portion of the German Cameroon which lies between Lake Chad to the north, and the Nachtigal Rapids of the Sanga River to the south. The more northerly of the two, starting from Yola, an important town on the River Benue, seized the frontier post of Tope, and then advanced forty miles on Garua, a large town one hundred and twenty miles S. S. W. of Mora, which it reached on the 30th of August and captured one of the forts. At dawn the next morning the enemy counter-attacked heavily, and the whole force was compelled to fall back to Yola with the loss of its commander, Lieutenant-Colonel P. Maclear, and three officers, and heavy losses of the rank and file. A SURPRISE ATTACK. The third column, starting from Ikom on the Cross River, seized Nsanakang, just within the frontier. On the 6th of September a German column which had advanced from Dusha made a surprise attack on the post and practically annihilated the garrison, only two officers and ninety men succeeding in forcing a way through with the bayonet. The cavalry on the British side numbered 168, of whom 2 officers, 1 non-commissioned officer and 9 men were killed; 1 officer, 16 men were wounded, and 3 officers, 1 non-commissioned officer, and 49 men were taken prisoners. Those who escaped straggled back into Ikom, after days of wandering and starvation in the forest. One section had been a week practically without food. So far, then, the operations against the Germans had not led to any decisive result. At the end of September the French forces in the south were slowly advancing northward up the two protruding tongues of German territory; while in $ \mathrm{n} $ the north the three British columns had been checked or had suffered severe reverses. But another line of attack had been adopted by the British against the apex of the great triangle formed by the theatre of operations. GEN. DOBELL APPOINTED. Immediately on the declaration of war, General Dobell, then Inspector-General of the West African Frontier Force, who happened to be in England on leave, was appointed to command an allied Expeditionary Force for the capture of the Cameroons. The number of troops, of both nations, placed at his disposal at the beginning of the campaign, amounted to 4,300 West African native soldiers. The British and French contingents were almost equal in numbers, the British being made up of three battalions of four companies each of Infantry, and two batteries each of four 2.95 guns supplied by the various regiments of the West African Frontier Force. The French contingent was composed of the famous Senegalese Tirailleurs. As this force was found to be too weak it was increased from time to time and on the 21st, November, 1915, General Dobell's command numbered 9,700, in which were included the Fifth Light Infantry Regiment of the Indian Army. ATTEMPTED TO SAVE COLONIES Before the Expeditionary Force arrived at Dunda a diplomatic attempt to save its Central African colonies was made by the German Government. On the 23rd of August, the day after the battle of the Chra in Togo-land, when it had become evident that the German Navy could not protect the colonies, and that there was imminent danger of communication with them being cut off by the destruction of the great wireless sta- RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1918 tons on the West Coast of Africa, the German Government appealed to the declaration of the neutrality of the Congo Basin by the Berlin Conference of 1884-85, which had been extended by the Berlin Act to include about half of French Equatorial Africa, a portion of the Cameroons, all German East Africa, British East Africa and Uganda. The United States Government was asked to procure the neutrality of all this region "to prevent an aggravation of the state of war which could serve no purpose, while prejudicial to the community of culture of the white race." A DEFENSIVE ATTITUDE At the beginning of the war an enquiry by the Belgian Government, which had instructed their officials in the Congo to adopt a strictly defensive attitude, had elicited that the French Government was "very disposed" to proclaim the neutrality of its territories in the convoi-nal Basin of the Congo. By the time Germany made her proposal evidence had been obtained of German preparations to attack French territory, which had been balked when Great Britain's entry into the war placed the German colonies between two fires. The American government limited itself to forwarding the proposals without comment, and the British and French Governments refused to entertain them. Immediately after Britain's declaration of war on the 4th of August a flotilla of armed vessels made demonstrations against various points on the Cameroons coast, especially at Victoria, a town at the foot of the Cameroons Mountain, originally a Baptist Mission Station. At the same time two German armed boats, the "Rohfs" and the "Itolo," threatened the Gaboon coast. The French retaliated by sending a force of 600 Senegalese to Coco Beach (which the Germans had renamed Ukoko) at the mouth of the Rio Muni. After a stiff fight, during which the two boats were sunk, Coco Beach was captured on the 21st of September, and the French forces proceeded to clear the enemy from the German portion of Muni. TO MINE THE CHANNEL In the meantime, Herr Ebermier, the German Governor was preparing to defend his colony, Colonel Zimmermann was appointed Commander in-Chief of the German forces, and at once began to organize the defense. On the 4th of August he arrived at Duna, followed the next day by the Governor and his staff. On August 8th, news was received by 'wireless' of the arrival of two English cruisers at Tenerife and preparations were made to mine the channel up to the town. It was not till the 30th that the British fortilla arrived. It consisted of the 9,800 ton cruiser, Cumberland, Captain Cyril Fuller, R. N., carrying 14.6 inch guns, the gunboat Dwarf, of 701 tons, armed with 2.4 inch and 4.3 guns (12 pounders), the steamboats Walrus and Vampre, the Nigerian Government's armed yacht Ivy and a number of small craft, suitable for work in the creeks, belonging to the Nigeria Marine Service. A detachment was landed at Victoria without opposition, but re-embarked on being threatened by the German Commander, when the (Continued on Page Two.) "THE WORLD WAR." Editor John Mitchell, Jr, upon invitation of the Shiloh Baptist Church committee, of which Rev. L. C. Scott, D. D. is pastor, will deliver his popular address on, "The World War," in Atlantic City, N. J., May 16, 1918. This lecture has created something of a sensation and many are still clamoring to hear it. Rev. Dr. A. Binga celebrated his Forty-sixth Anniversary as pastor of the First Baptist, Church, of South Richmond, last Sunday. THE LATE REV. W. W. BROWNE Founder, G. U. O. True Reformers. THE FOUNDER OF THE REFORMERS. Remains of Grand Worthy Master, W. W. Browne Now Rest in Woodland Cemetery. The last chapter in the "after- death" history of the late Rev. W. THE LATE REV. W. W. BROWNE W. Browne, founder and former Grand Worthy Master of the Grand Fountain, Unted Order of True Reformers, was written when Funeral Director Z. D. Lewis, Jr. disinterred the remains in Syeamore Cemetery, Barton Heights, under the instructions of the widow and reinterred them Saturday, May 4, 1918 in "beautiful Woodland Cemetery," adjacent to Highland Park. A MAGNIFICENT SHAFT The magnificent granite shaft, which stood in bold relief in the midst of the most unfavorable surroundings, for the weeds and trees, with the creeping honeysuckle had made the place a veritable wilderness, told the story of his birth and death. The inscription reads: "To My Husband, William W. Browne, Founder of the Grand Fountain, U. O. T. R. Born in Habersham County, Gg., October 20, 1849. Died in Washington, D. C., December 21, 1897." THE METALLIC CASKET The grave was bricked and the shaft was at the head. The box was intact and the metallic casket stood the strain of the removal. The remains now rest at the intersection of Jasper Road and Elm Avenue, almost directly in front of the large brick mansion in the Cemetery. The shaft will be removed. The spot selected is an ideal one, for a beautiful three-cornored centre piece is just in front of the section, while almost directly opposite rest the remains of the distinguished churchman and philosopher, Rev. John Jasper. THE FUNERAL OF MR. FOSTER L. LUCAS. The funeral of Foster L. Lucas, who fell asleep in Jesus, April 29, 1918, at 10:30 was held from the First Baptist Church, Rev. W, T. Johnson, pastor, Wednesday, May 1, 1918. He was sick only three weeks, but was patient with his illness until the end. Honorary pall bearers were, Messrs. W, G. Singleton, W, T. Wright, St. J. Gilpin, B, P. Vandervall, Active, J. H. Harper, A. Fowlkes, J. Anderson, Smith, Hill and Banks. Interment in Evergreen. Marriage Announcement. Mr. Charles W. Richardson announces the marriage of his daughter, Rachel E. Jackson to Mr. John M. Jackson, May 6, 1918, Washington, D. C. After a brief visit to Baltimore, Md. they will be at home after the ninth, in Richmond, Va. Founder, G. U. O. True Reformers. ODD FELLOWS' ANNIVERSARY. The Seventy-fifth Anniversary of the G. U. O. of O. F., will be held at the Fourth Baptist Church, 28th and P streets, Sunday, May 12, 1918 at three P. M. The lodges will meet at Price's Hall, two P. M. The Households of Ruth will meet in the basement of the church. Rev. J. H. Fauntleroy, chairman; Oscar N. Brown, secretary. PRESIDENT WILSON SPARRES THE LIVES OF FOUR SOLDIERS. Disapproves Sentence of Americans Ordered to Re Shot in France For Sleeping at Sentry Posts. Washington, May 4.—President Wilson disapproved today the sentences of four American soldiers in France, ordered to be shot. Sentences of Privates Alon Ledoyen and Stanley G. Fishback were commuted to three year's confinement. Privates Forrest D. Sebastian and Jess Cook were granted full pardon. Sebastian and Cook who were pardoned, were convicted of sleeping at sentry posts. Ledoyen and Fishback were sentenced for disobeying orders. They will serve their three year terms at Leavenworth. President Wilson's action was taken on the recommendation of Secretary Baker, who made a personal investigation of the case. In granting full pardon to Sobas tian and Cook, the President said he did so in view of their extreme youth and the fact that their offense was wholly free from conscious disregard of duty. Both are ordered back to their companies. Card of Thanks. I wish to thank the visitors, friends and fraternal organizations for their kindness and favors during the illness and death of my husband. Foster L. Lucas and their floral tributes and respect. Sincerely yours, MARY W. LUCAS. TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE TO TRAN SOLDIERS IN TRADES. Tuskegee, Alabama, April 27th.—Dr. Robert R. Moton, Principal announced today that Tuskegee Institute has been selected by the War De partment; as a training school for Negro technicians. About 400 colored men, including officers, will be selected from the various training camps and sent to Tuskegee on May 15a, and for two months these men will do most in intensive work in such trades as Auto mechanics, carpentry, blacksmithing, etc. This group will be followed by another group until, during the six months following, ap proximately 1200 men will have been trained. A TUSKEGEE GRADUATE* BUYS $20,000 IN LIBERTY BONDS. Tuskegee, Alabama, April 27th.—William V. Chamillis, a graduate of Tuskegee Institute, class of 1590, and now a successful farmer in this county has purchased $20,000 worth of the Third Liberty Loan. A MOST PROMISING MOVEMENT FOR RICHMOND. For years the Associated Charities of Richmond has been unable to render the needed help to colored people. There is no prospect of more help from that source. But many white and colored people feel that the present neglect of the colored people is inexusable. They have formed an organization known as the Community House for Colored People. Judge Ricks is President of the Board, Dr. W. H. Hughes, Secretary, Dr. G. R. Hovey, Chairman of the Executive Committee. Many leading colored people are taking interest in it. The white people will give at the very least, dollar for dollar, for what the colored people will raise to start the work. A budget of $2,000 is planned for the first year for charity and welfare work. We must seize this opportunity to start a work which will have the confidence and support of both white and colored people. If we can rasie $1,000 this month, the white people will give us the same at least. A committee consisting of Hon. John Mitchell, Jr., Mrs. Maggie L. Wälder, Rev. Randolph Peyton, D. D., Mrs. Ora Stokes, Rev. M. E. Davis, Mr. Alphonso Norrell and Dr. G. R. Hovey is presenting the matter to churches, clubs and individuals. It is one of the best things for the people proposed in recent years and should meet a generous response from all. Card of Thanks. Mrs. Pattie A. Fauntleroy and family desire through this medium to thank the many friends for kindnesses shown during the recent illness and subsequent death of her husband, James H. Fauntleroy. May divine blessings abide with all. On Wednesday night, May 1, Mr. R. H. Faunteroy entertained his immediate family at lunchon in his home, 703 W. Leigh street, the occasion being the twentieth anniversary of his conversion. MARKERS WANTED—For a shop with a good white trade. The best shop in the town. Fine wages paid the right parties. Write for particulars. Splendid opportunity for the right persons. Two good men wanted at once. JOHN A. SINGER. Parkersburg, W. Va. Mrs. Bertha Smith Tinsley, accompanied by her daughter, Blossom, left the city last Saturday for Boston. Mass., where she will join her husband, Mr. Fred Tinsley, formerly of Richmond. PRICE, FIVE CENTS A LINE O' CREEK ONE DAY O' THE WEEK. Slogan: Negroes Be Men NoW. (By Rev. E. D. Coffee, Richmond, Va. Before our Country went to war, Standards for Negroes were not par! Most everywhere they ordered, then, That Negroes should be less than Men! "Friends" ordered us to "crige" and cow— To be afraid, to "grin" and bow! But on that draftees Fortune Day. Our Country call us to obey! "Negroes," said she, "we want Men now! Tis time when we must teach you how— Teach you to brave a tyrant's Foo Death-arrows winged from twang- ing bows! To be Men fighting Hell-freed Huns, Until the Victory, brown ones! In such short time, alas, how strange, To make such metamorphic change! The "over there" white Devil Foe, Must he resent blow for blow! The "over here" Jim Crow white "friends," Must now be forced to make amends! They must act: Men who go away! Shall we who stay act less than they? No greater honor could be paid Than that we, too, be unafraid! That all the Race rise up like Men— As soldiers—so the citizen! Why should they brunt the lead-barb ed flames, For assail kin who bear their names? Mr. Johnson Here. Mr. James L. Johnson, formerly wine-boy and mea' attendant on the U. S. S. Brooklyn, Commodore Schloy's flagship, during the memorable battle of Santiago, and a rosi- A. E. MR. JAMES L. JOHNSON dent of Atlantic City, N. J. during the past five years, is in the city. He is a member of the Atlantic County Republican League and the Second Ward Republican Club and one of the promoters of the Walter E. Edge Marching Club. Mrs. Dolly Nibbs and her son, Mr. Harry Nibbs will leave the city Sunday, May 12, 1918 for Philadelphia, Pa. to visit her daughter, Mrs. Pearl Hucles. Sergeant Hezekiah Jones, of the 367th infantry, now stationed at Camp Union, N. Y., passed through the city last Wednesday enroute to his house in Powhatan county, Va., where he will spend eight days. Pay, J. 57 L. Dunham, M. D. is known as the "Light House" Doctor. He is located at Cowpens, S. C. and sets medicinal remedies for the cure of the troubles of the lungs, liver, heart, kidneys and digestive organs. Come to the "Second Bastist Church Monday May 13th at 8 o'clock to see the "Old Folk's Concert" just aunt Juliana with her old fashion hoop shirt will make you laugh yourself out of any spell of indigestion. For the benefit of Missions. Come and help to spread the gospel. Rev. F. L. Hall, of Drakes Branch, Va. passed through the city this week enroute to the Virginia Baptist State Convention, which convened at Newport News, Va. Mr. A. W. Holmes, President and Founder of the National Ideal Benefit Society has just returned home from a very successful trip to Washington. D. C. and Philadelphia, Pa., where he spent several days in the interest of the Order and added many members to the fold. 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O.'A, NOTES, The rally for the coal began Friday Might and it is very encouraging with many from whont to hear. ‘This means toat the Y. M,C. A. will have coal for the general good of the comimunt ty, We thank you. The class for the explanation on the Sunday Selvool Lesson was very ‘urge last Saturday. Keep-this up un Ul Wo close. Everybody was active in tho work of the Y. M,C. A. last Sunday. The inmates of the city home 10 A. M. made the commitico welcome and the interest was high, 10, A. M. «he committee did some very’ excellent work in the city jail. ‘Tho women tn the penitentiary 10 A. M. were huippy over the very warm meoting which was held for them. An overflow meeting at tho Fifth 83. Baptist Church 3:30 P. M. for women and men to hear Governor Westmoreland Davis. Hundreds. were turned away. The, choir opened with All Hail The Power of Jesus Name. Scripture Lesson by Dr. T. J. King, Prayer by Dr. P. F. Morris of Lynch _ burg, Val, A special sezection by the choif and the offering taken which Was very “éncouraging. Hon, John Mitchell, Jr., introduced the speaker in his masterly way¢which was great ly applauded. ‘The Govérvor spoke from his soul and said that which wit bring forth an hour that will make the world rojoice. Pres. John S. Powell introduced Madame Mageié J. Walker who responded to the Gov ernor with the best speech of Tier Tito and everybody wag with her. Bene diction Dr. P. F, Morris. This mect. ing was strictly a heart to heart meet ing. : 4P. M. at the Y. M. CG. A. the boys crowded and the Bible study was of grent interest. Every boy was active. Committeomen, Cdanigat W., Howell is gotting a grip on tho poys. Come out today 5 P.M. and hear ‘he explanation on the Sunday School Losson by Dr. W. H. Stokes at the Y. M. C. A. Bullding. | Mon be “on time Sunday ready for hard work snd the other man. Como to the meeting tor the work ors 9:30 A. M. at the ¥, M,C. A. All boys are invited to the special meeting for boys 4 P. M. at the Y. M. CA. { 6:30 P. M. a special mooting for mon at the Y. M. G. A, Holp to make th's a live wire, Subject: ‘The Birth of Democracy. Gatch the new songs Sunday May 19th 4 P.M. women and men_are invited to the Hood Temple Zon A. M. FB. Church to hear Col. Over Here Rosco C. Mitchell, who has a special message that Rich Diet Ma ost a es eae AM Wiesner, ce heirs Va) Sascuert: Renate eva, | A Mani. la a0 Ni a ERE ay De ga arene Va a, a SO OR i oe i ie TEESE SUING es ee ya TP SRE Re one pcm aloae De Te RD Gig ada Neue fal Cy. 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THERESA BAAS oo OTT le ddan Sat Seg tere ag Traine arrive 8.50°A. M., 8:15 A, M., 6:46 BY aerains arrive 8.50'A a, HCT YURET Published every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr., at 311 N. 4th Street, Richmond, Virginia. JOHN MITCHELL, JR., EDITOR All communications intended for publication should be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. Entered at the Post Office at Richmond Virginia, with a record class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES ONE YEAR ..... $1.50 SIX MONTHS ..... .80 THREE MONTHS ..... .40 FOREIGN SUBSCRIPTIONS ..... $2.00 Be truthful, colored folks and God fearing and all will be well with you Pray to God all day Sunday and pray to Him as much as you can every other day in the week. Speak up for the Allies colored folks. We have everything to gain and but little to lose. Gov. Westmoreland Davis certainly succeeded in getting the confidence of the colored people at the Fifth St. Baptist Church last Sunday. Don't argue with colored folks, who want to go North, let them go. Don't argue with colored folks, who want to stay South, let them stay. We get tired sometimes, but then we know that there is rest beyond the grave. As a matter of fact, most of us want rest on this side of the grave. Colored folks who permit their children indulgences and who allow them to roam the streets at night are piling up trouble for the future in truck loads. Colored folks, be polite to white people and to colored ones. Be polite to them even though they may not be polite to you. You will find that your conduct will make friends for you on both sides of the line. The officials of the State are taking up so much time hunting down whiskey blockade runners that the thieves and robbers pass by without notice. Both should have their proper proportion of attention. The war situation is critical for the Allies. It is reported that this country must send four million five hundred thousand more men over to the other side than are said to be there now. When this is done, we shall win the war. Some people seem to think that hard work shortens life, when as a matter of fact it prolongs it. Be careful though that you get the necessary hours of rest at night. Rest in the day time is usually injurious for that is the time that you should be at work. They are telling the colored people to Hooverize, when as a matter of fact it should be the white folks doing this same thing. Colored folks have been Hooverizing for so many years that many of them are in the grave yard $ \bar{a}_{s} $ a result of the practice. They could not earn enough money to get enough to eat. Don't tell us about wheat-less days. When we were boys, we had so many wheat less days and so many corn bread days that we decided to cut out the corn bread diet for the remainder of our natural lives. YOUNG WHITE GIRL SHOOTS HOUSEKEEPER. Mrs. Nellie Alexander, White House keeper is Instantly Killed. Charged with shooting and instantly killing Mrs. Nellie Alexander thry-five years old, who for some time has been employed as her father's housekeeper, Luella Foley, fifteen years old, of 633 Church street, was arrested yesterday afternoon by Patrolman Flournoy, of the Second Police Station, and committed to the Juvenile Detent on Home awaiting the verdict of the coroner's inquest, which will be held today. There were no witnesses of the shooting, which occurred Monday afternoon at three o'clock. Mrs. Nellie Alexander or Mrs. Mark Alexander, as she had been known, had for two years been housekeeper for Tom Foley, father of the young girl who is accused of the shooting. According to the statement of Launella Foley, given in a rather inebriate and frightened manner, bad blood has existed for some time between her and the dead woman. In a shy and wistful manner she said that Mrs. Alexander had been angry with her father and was trying to take the spite out on her. Her father is employed by the Richmond Forgus Corporation. Mrs. Alexander had been living at the home of the Foley's for two years and two of her children live there. From the explanation of Launella Foley the murder was in self-defense. She said that Monday morning Mrs. Alexander refused to give her breakfast and she went over to her aunt's house. When she returned Mrs. Alexander began to abuse her for leaving without helping her in the housework. A violent quarrel ensued and Mrs. Alexander ran for the pistol. According to Luella Foley she got the pistol first and fired three times at Mrs. Alexander, all of the shots striking her in the chest. One of the shots probably passed through the heart and death was instantaneous. Mrs. Alexander was known to the Richmond police through a violent domestic scene which occurred between her and her husband last year, when it was necessary to sound the riot call to put an end to the disturbance and carry Mrs. Alexander to the police station. Mark Alexander, her husband, was an Englishman, a veteran in the battle of the Marne, in which fight he lost both of his arms. He was well known in this city, and in the Police Court both of the participants were fined $50 by Justice Crutchfield, who said that he would remit the fine if they left the city. Mark Alexander left the city and is now doing Red Cross work in Cincinnati, Ohio.—Richmond Times-Dispatch, May 7. FULTON NOTES: The Sunday School of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church rendered a very interesting program. Mr. Frank Jeter ex-Superintendent and Rev. William Harris, pastor, gave some very helpful remarks. The school raised for the Union, $2.75. The T. E. L. Bible Class requests the members to be present in the Class, Sunday, May 12. Business of importance. Our pastor is out again but he did not preach. He spoke on the great movement which ought to be made by sacrificing our pleasure trips and taking the money and buying or renting a piece of land and raise something to eat for this Winter. In his discussion the Spirit of God was truly with him and many of the people present. 3:30 P. M. was communion, which was grand as usual. Rev. Black, of the Virginia Union University will preach at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church next Sunday for Rev. N. B. Brown, at 11:30 A. M. The Reverend is an excellent preacher. Come and hear him. Sir E. Henderson is very sick at 800 Nicholson street. Mr. Sylvester Dunston is also sick at 903 Denny street. Mrs. Martha Edwards, of 800 State street received a very nice letter from her son, Cook Percy Edward, somewhere in France. He is in good spirits and asks our best wishes and prayers. Letters from Whiting, Farrar, Foster, Edwards and others at Camp Sherman, Chillicothe, Ohio were very encouraging. These boys are making good. May God's richest blessings be with them. DANVILLE NEWS. Danville, Va., May 7.—The churches report good services last Sunday. The Lord has His own way of doing things. The musical and literary concert hold at the Lynn St. A, M. E. Church Sunday afternoon was quite a success. The new pastor, Rev. J. A. Valentine has begun work already. Danville is proud to welcome this young divine to its service. We hope for him nothing but success. Miss Mayne Dickens deserves much credit. Rev. L. R. Jones, a former student of Virginia Union University, Richmond, Va., now of Albany, N. Y. was set apart to the gospel ministry Monday, the sixth, at the First Baptist Church. He is seeking an appointment as chaplain in the United States Army. We bid him Godspeed. Mrs. N. G. Russell, of Cleveland street, underwent an operation at General Hospital Wednesday. She is doing fine. Mr. Frank Jordan, who has been sick for some time is now walking in the beautiful sunlight. His many friends are delighted to see him out. Mr. George Rison, Danville's greatest caterer, who has been confined to his home for some time, was seen at his restaurant Monday. He was able to handle the wing of a fowl. Mr. Rison, we are glad to see you. Miss Clara Flood has closed a very successful school term at Amelia, Va. She is now at home on Holbrook St. Get your ticket now for the Douglass Recital next Wednesday at the Westmoreland High School. They are going. Barbor Wanted. A good barber, can make from $18 to $22.00 a week will give good guar- uance and furnish ticket. Address, James Hutton. 139 S. Queen St., Mart insburg, W. Va. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA AT THE NATION'S METROPOLIS Patriotism and Loyalty of the Negro Praised in Great Patriotic Meeting—Prominent Speakers of Both Races Tell Part Negro is Playing in the Great War—Hon, John C. Dancy and Lieutenant O. E. M. Krauo, of 307th Infantry, Stfrs Audience in Describing Negro's Valor—Governor Whitman Sends Message. (By Cleveland G. Allen) NEW YORK, N. Y., April 29.—The part the Negro is playing for America in the great world war of today, was vividly described at a large patriotic mass meeting held in this city, at the Salem M. E. Church last Sunday, and never before in the history of the colored people of this city, has such enthusiasm been shown, as what was manifested by the large audience present. The meeting was one of a series of patriotic mass meetings, that are being arranged by Cleveland G. Allen who presided, and as the result, the coated people of this great city are becoming educated relative to the part they are playing in this war, and to the extent to which they have gone into it. To give the meeting the patriotic atmosphere, and a picturesque background, a delegation of Negro soldiers from Camp Upton were present as special guest of the meeting, and their presence did much to inspire the large number of young men present. In opening the meeting the chairman told of the part that the colored people of the nation are playing in the great struggle, and that at no time was their loyalty The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph with a blurry background. more pronounced than at the present time. He said that during the past year 2,900 persons have been convicted, charged with treasonable utterances, and that out of that number not a single Negro is listed. He said that 23 persons had threatened the life of the President during the year, but among them not a Negro counted, and that patriotism of that character was bound to bring about uniform respect for the Negro in this country. The audience then arose and sang America, which was followed by the reading of the letters of regrets by R. S. Deacon. Among the strong messages praising the patriotism of the Negro was the one that came from Governor C. S. Whitman, of this state. Mrs. Sofia Loebinger, the president of the Base Hospital Auxilion of the Naval Training Camp and known social and civic worker that this was the Negro's opportunity and that he should see to it that has a fair share in the government. The last speaker was the I John C. Dancy, ex-recorder of deed and one of the foremost orators the race. Mr. Dancy told of his was pressed with the thousands of young colored soldiers at that canton who were ready to do their duty the country. He said that they were among the finest specimens of r hood and could not but help imp from Governor C. S. Whitman, of this state. In his characteristic manner Governor Whitman in his letter wrote as follows: "I wish, however, to avail myself of this opportunity to extend my greetings to this gathering and to ask you to convey to the colored citizens of this State my warm appreciation of the patriotic spirit and loyal devotion which they have shown in this trying hour. The Governor and the citizens of New York have reason to be proud of the splendid regiments which have gone forth from their homes prepared to do their full share in the sacred cause to which our country is committed. We shall follow with pride the record of their achievements and our heart felt prayers will be with them in the great mission which they have to perform." The first speaker was Miss M. R. Suydam, a young woman who spent two years doing Red Cross Work in France and who spoke in the interest of The American Red Cross Society. She said that the Red Cross Society was absolutely fair in their treatment of all troops and that the Negro troopers are receiving the same treatment that is being given other soldiers. She praised the Valor of the Negro troops who are fighting with the Allies and said that the record of the Negro was one of bravery and heroism. Dr. O. S. Soule spoke for the Mayor's Committee of National Defense. He said that the part the Negro is playing in the present war was simply a test of his already well known loyalty and patriotism. He declared that the colored people would be bound to share in the great democracy after the war and that the heroism of the Negro soldier in the past would be substantiated in the present war. Corporal Lester Miller of the 367th Infantry played a solo on a one string instrument, which has attracted wide attention at Camp Upton and other places where he has appeared. Chief Yeoman Tannebaum told of the part the young colored men are playing in the Navy, and said that at the present time there were about 2,000 young Negroes in the Navy who would give an account of themselves when the opportunity came. The next speaker was one of the young Negro officers in The National Army, Lieutenant O. E. McKane, of --- $ 100 PANTS MADE TO MEASURE cost to you under our easy conditions No extra charge for fancy, swell styles, no extra charge for extra big, extreme panties, no extra charge for belt loops, no extra charge for anything, all FREE. You take an animal pants, get our samples and new offer. Agents of other tailoring houses will open your eyes. We ask every man to answer this, every boy in long pants, every man, everywhere. No matter what you wear, we will send you a letter or postal and say "Send Me Your New Offer" the big, new dress that costs nothing. Costs nothing and no extra charges. Write today, this minute. Address KNICKERBOCKER TAILORING CO. hp. 716 Odessa, III the 367th Infantry. Lieutenant McKane who is one of the most intelligent of the young Negro army officers, and graduate of Boston University brought the large audience to feel more than once in one of the most thrilling addresses ever heard in this country. He said the Negro must go into this war for a personal reason, and that he must be allowed a share in the fight for democracy. He made a plea for fairplay, and said that in every agency Negroes ought to be found represented. He said that there ought to be colored women Red Cross nurses, and that he hoped this matter would be brought to the attention of the Red Cross Society. He described the valor of the Negro soldiers in all of the wars in which he has fought, and said that if the Negro did not fight and remain loyal to the nation now, it would undo all of the bravery of the Negro of the past. Loutenant McKane said that there must be 50,000 Nogroes in this war before it is over, which would give the race a finer and better representation. He has spoken at some of the most notable gatherings in this city and is the type of young Negro officer that is reflecting the highest the highest ered't upon the race. Mrs. Sofia Loebinger, the president of the Base Hospital Auxiliary of the Naval Training Camp and well known social and civic worker said that this was the Negro's opportunity and that he should see to it that he has a fair share in the government. The last speaker was the Honi John C. Dancy, ex-recorder of deeds and one of the foremost orators on the race. Mr. Dancy told of his visit to Camp Meade, where he was impressed with the thousands of young colored soldiers at that cantonment, who were ready to do their duty for the country. He said that they were among the finest specimens of manhood and could not but help impress those who saw them. In his characteristic manner he told of the past record of the Negro soldiers and said that the spirit of the Negro was shown in one of the Negro soldiers of the Civil war who told his captain that he would take the flag to a dangerous spot, and bring it back, or report to God the reason why. He told the soldiers present that their mothers and wives were expecting them to do their duty and to bring back the flag unaulled, as he knew they would. The meeting was declared to be one of the most inspiring held in this city and was warmly praised by Rev. F. A. Cullen, the pastor. The meeting was under the auspices of the lyceum of which George W. Allen is president. At the close of the meeting a committee of ladies of the church served supper to the soldiers. Cleveland G. Allen, the newspaper correspondent is arranging the meetings and will announce the third of the series soon. Attention! Virgin-Beauty Inn with all modern improvements, affords a very pleasant HOME for Women and Girls. It is ideal for working women who like to feel independent by having, at small cost, a decent place to which to go for rest and recreation, in a Christian atmosphere. There are so few places of the kind for the women and girls of our Race who come into these Northern communities. Wages are good throughout this section. We can secure employment for you. It's a fine chance to get away from the noise and temptations of the big cities. It is situated near the center of a beautiful city of 40-, 60- inhabitants, handy to the railway station and the trolley lines. 50 minutes by rail from New York City. For further information address the proprietor, J. SIMON SCOTT, 75 Richmond Hill avenue, Stamford, Connecticut. WANTED—Expert Inotype operator. Apply Planet Office, 311 N. 4th St. Richmond, Va., 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 Beats, 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 Street, 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—13th Street, Lynchburg, Virginia. J. W. THOMPSON, Grand Secretary and Manager, N. W. Cor. 6th and Duval Sts., Richmond, Va.—Phone Mad. 6956 TO CARRY FORWARD THE WORK OF TEMPERATURE REMOFORM in such a manner that all may receive and enjoy its healing influences. To secure sympathy and relief 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 moratorium. In whatever light opponents may choose to record our enterprise, we at least entertain no FLORENCE LETTER (E. B. Webster.) FLORENCE, S. C., May 11.—Miss Aletha Mayes, of Maysville, S. £, and Mr. R. J. Leak, of Dillon, S. C. were married on Tuesday P. M. at 5:30, at the home of the bride, Rev. J. P. Crawford officiated. Miss May is a graduate of Mayville Institute, class 1912 and a member of the Presbyterian Church at that place. Mr. Leak is a first class workman and contractor at Dillon, and was formerly of Danville, Va. The bridal party boarded an east bound train at 6:40 for a bridal tour to Richmond via Dillon and thence to Danville, Va. They passed our city at 7:40. Mrs. Leak met Mr. Leak while he was building an addition to the Maysville Institute, in 1917. The agent of The Planet, with friends and relatives wish them an abundant success, peace, happiness and long life. Mrs. Marie L. Harris passed here earnote to New York, having spent the Winter at M. Dora, Fla. Mass Lucie Martin after spending the Christmas season in Ohio. O. has returned to Philadelphia. Mr. S. B, Gadsdon, of Jacksonville, Fla, passed through Florence enroute to Varnsville, S. C. Mr. Gadsdon is an electrical engineer of seven years experience and doing well. Mrs. Clara Sweet, wife of Mr. M. Sweet was funeralized at Trinity Baptist Church, on Wednesday P. M. at five o'clock. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Darlington county, but for the circumstances of the family, the funeral and burial took place in the city. I have known her from a box and looked upon her as a Christian woman. Rev. E. Ham, her pastor, preached the funeral using as a text, Revelations 14:13. "Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord, for they rest from their labor and their good works do follow them. The husband, Mr. M. S, Sweet, the clerk of Pleasant Grove, Baptist Church and one daughter are left to mourn her death. Revs. C. T. Taylor and C. R. Brown assisted in the services. Dr. E. R. Roberts, state missionary for South Carolina has returned from a trip to Atlanta, Ga. in attendance at the Missionary Conference. He also visited Tuskegee Institute and Birmingham, Alabama, and preached Sunday, April 28, for Rev. P. H. Calaham, formerly of Darlington, S. C. Mr. T. C. Culbrat, of South Hill has returned home. Mr. Samuel Wallace, deacon of Trinity Baptist Church was royally entertained at the home of Deacon Miller on Commander street, on Sunday, April 28, after which they enjoyed a ride as far as Hartsville in the car of Deacon S. P. Simmons. Mr. William D. Jackson, of the U. S. Hospital, No. 15, at New Haven Connecticut, with the body of Mr. J. Perry passed here enroute to Charles ton, S. C. Mr. Frank Scott has gone from Savannah, Ga. to Camp Upton, N. Y. His son is a lieutenant of the 367th Infantry and sent him a $50 check to come to see him. Mr. Handy Grant has purchased a $50 United States Liberty Bond. Miss Jannie Dickson, of South Hill passed through here returning from a visit to Weston, Columbia and the S. C. Medical Association at Orangeburg, S. C. Miss Jannie is principal of the Colored Graded School at New Hopewell, Darlington county. Mr. Leroy Boyd spent a few days here recently with his parents, then returned to Columbia, S. C. and thence to Camp Jackson. Mr. F. G. Gregg spent Saturday here in the city. He is head of a 4-horse farm and succeeding nicely. He has two able mules and one horse two new buggies and looking for Mrs. Gregg. Mr. B. T. Alfred has returned to Dillon, S. C. from Marlboro, where he has a contract for building brick sheds. Rev. D. Robinson, of Eppingham, S. C. passed through here Monday, returning from his church at Snow Hill Baptist Church. He reported a grand meeting last Sabbath. At the health meeting at Trinity Baptist Church, on Sunday P. M., Mr R. A. Blackwell, City Sanitary Officer made a fine talk to those present, using as a text these words, How can a clean thing come out of an unclean thing. Dr. W. F. Holmes spoke along the same lines. But Dr. J. R. Levy took issues with the sanitary officer to the extent that in this text found in the book of Job 1872-1918 of Virginia, The Independ ans and What They St COUNTY COURT HOUSE AT THE ORDER IS DOING IN VIRGINIA operated since October, 1901, issuing claims, NINETY THOUSAND DOLLAR IVE DOLLARS (, 25.00) at the deat Dual Streets, worth EIGHT TH PROMPTL. Pay Weekly Sick Benefits from $1.50 , Grand Chief, 1202—13th Street, I and Manager, N. W. Cor. 6th & Duval S and used by the city health officer could not be rightly used here as some few cases, according to observation had come out of unclean things. Army officials and doctors had examined the blood of Negro soldiers and found a greater percentage of health among Negro soldiers than the whites. A splendid showing, when we compare the dirty section of the city where our colored people live, move and have the r being with that part of the cities where the whites live, with adequate drainage, splendid sidewalks, shade trees and the like. Dr. Levy's speech was greatly applauded. A grand meeting was witnessed at Trinity Baptist Church on Sunday A. M. Eight people came forward to connect themselves with the church. Among those present at the morning service, a few are named: Deacens Joseph Fleghar, Samuel Wallace, Z Reed Mitchell and Trustee E. B. Webster and Miss Sarah Rhone, all Planet readers. Work on the Joint Stock Hall, North Florence, is moving along very slow. A part of the framing is up, Soon, yea, very soon we expect to hear the hammers ringing. Our young friend, Frank Rhone thinks he knows how to cultivate corn. Yes, we certainly like the way he starts off with it — plants it. Mr. and Mrs. Sammile Wallace spent a day in the city recently shopping. She thinks Brother Sammie the best husband she has ever had, Amen. Mrs. Dr. Gallent have an operetta, at Trinity Baptist Church on Monday night, which was a success. Rev. Moses Brown, when not called away to preach the gospel is always found at his church, Trinity Baptist, on Sunday. Misses Leona Mae Webster and Sarah Rhone are planning to visit Ridge Sorne in the near future. The Stork has recently left a booming boy with Mrs. Lawrence on Wilson street and also a girl with Mrs. Rowell on Marlboro street. The two little Scrubs are in speaking distance of each other. "The court of common pleas, at its recent sitting annulled the marriage between Mr. LeRoy Allen, our fellow townmen and Miss Hattie Kennedy, formerly of this city, but now in New York. Mr. Allen is chief cook at the Central Hotel and is at all times ready and willing to assist in worthy efforts. He is a race man and always encourages any effort that has in it the promotion of his race. He reads The Richmond Planet, the leading Negro journal of the country, weekly. We are now having very fine weath er and the farmers are now quite busy. Mother's Day is to be observed at Trinity Baptist Church on Sunday, May 12. Ameng those to speak are Mrs. C. E. Godbold and E. B. Webster. Miss Leona Mao Webster will sing a solo. WINCHESTER NEWS. Winchester, Va., May 6.—Misses Rosa and Sarah May Harmon and Sarah Taper spent Sunday in Martinsburg, W. Va. visited friends. Mrs. Joseph Willis and her two daughters, Misses Mary and Bertha, were in Woodstock Sunday visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. John Gowens are visiting Mrs. Emma Morris, on South Market street. Messrs. Elijah Hogan, Earl Evans and Harvey Mitchell motorized to Martinsburg, W. Va. on Wednesday night to attend a ball given by the young men of that place. They spent a lovely evening. Miss Ruth Fletcher, who has been ill at her home at Opequon, has recovered. Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Allen, of Hagerstown, spent Sunday with Mrs. Kate Smith, on South Main street. Mrs. Fannie Clark, of Baltimore, Md., is visiting her mother on East Pall Mall street. Mrs. Elmer Brisco is visiting her brother, Mr. Howard Robinson, on South Main street. Mr. Richard Ashby was visiting on the Hill Sunday. The staff of waters and bellmen at Hotel Jack have all taken out Liberty Bonds. The Knitting Club was entertained by Mrs. P. W. Gibson on Thursday last at her residence on East Lane. The G. U. O. of Odd Fellows will hold their annual thanksgiving sermon on Sunday night at e ght ockch at John Mann Church. The sermon will be delivered by the able Dr. J. A. Reid. The choir will render special music for the occasion. Mr. A. G. Gaskin was elected Marshal for the occasion. miglings 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 those three pillars rest the structure of our Institution. We believe our Order is conductive to the welfare of both sexes 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. VENIA. ing policies for One Hundred Dollars. S ($90,000.) The Juvenile Depart- tion of the members. Our Home Office USAND DOLLARS ($8,000) all paid to $3.00 per week. The JOINING Lynchburg, Virginia. Us., Richmond, Va.—Phone, Mad. 6250 DONORA NOTES Donora, Pa. May 7.—Sunday was baptizing and communion at First Baptist Church. Tov. J. C. Taulton filled the pulpit, both morning and noon. Rev. O. E. Gasway, of Mont. City preached at night. Rev. C. R. Goggins and son of Elizabeth were Donora callers Friday. May 3. Mr. P. Saunders, of Venetia, was a business caller here Wednesday. Mr. P. Mills, of Portsmouth, Va. is visiting his brother, Mr. H. Mills, Mr. Mills is an employee of the Portsmouth Navy Yard. Mr. C. Nealer, a prominent young man of this town is manager of the Wayside Inn Pool Room, corner 6th and McKean avenue. All men over the age of eighteen years are welcome. Mr. Westley Dated was a Fairmount, W. Va. caller Monday. April 29. He returned Saturday and reported having a fine time. Mr. H. Gardner, of Rockwell, Pa. spent the week end in Donora. All officers of General Criswell Company, No. 37, U. R. K. of P. are requested to meet Major C. P. Beal at the Elks Rest, Sunday, May 12, at three P. M. Mr. William Odfield, of Philadelphia, Pa. was called to the bedside of his father, Jerry Odfield, who is very ill at Mont. City Hospital. Mr. Odfield is 34 years old. His daughter, Mrs. H. Henry has also been on the sick list. Mr. Thomas McGhee is very the home of Mr. J. harriston, Thompson, avenue. Mr. Stephen Simus was a Monessen visitor last Sunday. Mr. Samuel Hawkins, of Marriana, Pa. passed through Donora Sunday enroute to Cleveland, Ohio. Mrs. Sarah Puller and Mrs. Ada Saunders were visitors in Brownsville Sunday. Mr. Westley Freeman, of California, Pa. was a Donora caller Sunday. Mr. J. H. Ward, of Youngtown, Ohio. Mr. Robert Mickey is able to be out again after a serious illness. DO YOU KNOW THEM? Please help me to locate my brother, Roderick Summerville, and his wife, Easter; also my sister Elizabeth Harris and her husband, John Harris. Write, MRS. MARY GILLIAM PREAR, 6 Alma Place, Rochester, N. Y. FREE STYLE BOOK --- HAIR --- To Colored Women We are the best manufacturer of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest book showing new style in hair dressing sent free. Every colored woman should have these sands our hair and toilet articles. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. We make the best solid Brass STRAIGHT EXING combs, with two combs in each basket, fully guaranteed. With each comb we gift compass FREE. Send money order or stamps. MONEY BACK IF NOT SATISFACTORY. See postpaid. POSTPAID 89c Hair tools, brushes, combs and toilet articles manufacturer's prices. Send two-cent stamp. Agents Wanted. Address as follows: HUMANIA HAIR COMPANY 181-187 Park Row. New York City. DEPARTMENT D. $27.00 A WEEK WANTED—a shoemaker who can operate Goodyear and quick on Jack. Will pay $27.00 a week. MOONEY BROS.. Wheeling. W. 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. THE BROOKLYN BLAIRT, RICHMOND, WVIRGINIA The Third Liberty Loan Bond FOR SALE! by $1.00 CASH and $1.00 PER WEEK subscribed our full quota of $21,500, and we are now enabled to citizen of limited means to own one of these obligations of the NATIONAL GOVERNMENT. The Third Liberty Loan Bonds We subscribed our full quota of $21,500, and we are now enabled to aid the citizen of limited means to own one of these obligations of the NATIONAL GOVERNMENT. RECEI (Interior view of t (Interior view of the Mechanics Savings Bank.) Call and let us tell you about the plan. The bonds pay 4 1-4 per cent. per United States Bond. Rich men them. Now it's the po bonds pay 4 1-4 per cent. per annum. There is nothing better the United States Bond. Rich men only formerly were able to purchase them. Now it's the poor man's inning. Buy to-day. The bonds pay 41-4 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. Mechanics Savings Bank, 3rd and Clay Sts., --- Bank.) ere is nothing better than a ly were able to purchase ng. Buy to-day. Richmond, Va. 81X HEY PLANET BOYS AND GIRLS IN THRIFT DRIVE Governor Davle, In Proclamation, Sets Apart Week Of May 6-11 For School To Aid In War Savings Campaign. Every school girl and boy during the week of May 6-11 will be expected to buy or sell thrift stamps to a value of not less than $2.00, that period having been set aside by Governor Westmoreland Davis as "SCHOOL THRIFT WEEK." This drive is expected to add considerable impetus in Virginia to the great War Savings Campaign now in progress throughout the country. In his proclamation, Governor Davis requests SuperIntendent of Public Instruction Harris Hart to communicate with all county superintendents in order that they may reach principals and teachers who will directly explain the objects of the thrift campaign to their pupils. Uncle Sam is relying to a large extent upon the youngsters to make the sale of thrift stamps and war savings stamps a great success. If all will work together, simply by sacrificing a few luxuries, the close of the campaign will see a splendid result which will go a long way toward helping the American soldiers and sailors carry Old Glory to a speedy victory for the freedom of the world and for the smashing of the Hun yoke. Governor's Proclamation. Colonel Thomas B. McAdams, director of the Virginia War Savings Committee, is confident that the children of the State are to be depended upon. Governor Davis outlines clearly in his proclamation what must be done to make "SCHOOL THRIFT WEEK" a success. His proclamation, in full, follows: WHEREAS, The Government and people of the United States of America, in defense of our national and individual freedom, are engaged in a righteous war against the brutal, inhuman forces of German autocracy that the institutions of democracy shall not be destroyed; and WHEREAS, The sons of Virginia, true to the illustrious traditions of our beloved Commonwealth, have responded to their nation's call to protect our rights and defend democracy in the present struggle for the freedom of the world; and WHEREAS, This war can only be won by the united effort and sacrifice on the part of all of us—young and old alike; now THEREFORE, I, Westmoreland Davis, Governor of Virginia, do hereby designate and proclaim the week of May 6th-11th, 1918, as "SCHOOL THRIFT WEEK", to be observed in all the schools of this Commonwealth so that our boys and girls by saving their pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters can purchase WAR SAVINGS STAMPS, and, like their brothers on the battlefields of France, set a noble example for all patriotic and loyal Americans. The Superintendent of Public Instruction, the division superintendents of schools, and the principals and teachers in all the public schools of the Commonwealth are requested to arrange for, and properly to observe "SCHOOL THRIFT WEEK" by teaching self-sacrifice and economy and by explaining why the Government should be supported through the purchase of WAR SAVINGS STAMPS. Given under my hand, under the Lesser Seal of the Commonwealth, at Rlehmond, this twenty-second day of April, in the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and eighteen, and in the one hundred and forty- second year of the Commonwealth. (Signed) WESTMORELAND DAVIS, Governor. Director McAdams has appointed the following campaign committee in charge of "School Thrift Week": W. C. Blakey, Richmond, General Chairman; A. B. Chandler, Jr., Fredericksburg, Chairman District A; L. B. Pendergrast, Portsmouth, Chairman District B; Miss Bessie Taylor, Richmond, Chairman District C; H. D. Wolf, Petersburg, Chairman District D; W. M. Harris, Madisonville, Chairman District E; W. M. Black, Lynchburg, Chairman District F; N. D. Cool, Winchester, Chairman District G; Miss Lulu D. Metz, Manassas, Chairman District H; J. A. C. Hurt, Wytheville, Chairman District I; J. G. Johnson, Charlottesville, Chairman District J; I. L. Warner, Norton, Chairman District K, and Algar Woolfolk, Richmond, Secretary. Officials, employees and patients at Catawba Sanitarium invested $610 in war savings stamps at a mass-meeting. This is a worthy example for those enjoying the benefits of sound health to follow. —W. S. S.— It is up to you to lend as much as you can to the Government. Begin today by buying thrift stamps. —W. S. S.— Thrift stamps help you save for yourself and serve your country. NEW SANATORIUM OPENED FOR COLORED SUFFERERS. Sixteen Patients Have Been Authorized to Come to Institution For Treatment. Piedmont Sanatorium for the treatment and care of colored sufferers from tuberculosis is now in operation sixteen prospective patients having already been authorized to come to the institution for treatment. The first patient actually treated presented himself on April 22. There are now beds provided for forty patients and by fall another dormitory will have been completed making room for the handling of eighty. The State makes the very nominal charge of $2 a week for each patient and furnishes a ready solution to the problem which arises so frequently in every community—the one of adequate and humane care and treatment of the colored sufferer of small means or of no means at all. Up to this time there has been no place provided for the treatment of colored sufferers from tuberculosis in Virginia. Now that facilities have been supplied and the policy of the State Board of Health having been fixed to fight the spread of tuberculosis in every possible way. There is little doubt that the splendid site near Burkevill will be rapidly developed with a view to making it yield a maximum of benefit to suffering humanity. Dr. H. G. Carrier is the active head of the institution and he has a small but carefully selected nursing staff. TAKE YOUR VACATION AND SUMMER SCHOOL WORK AT THE SAME TIME. In going away this summer to do the work required by the State Department of Public Instruction why not go where you can combine com fort and pleasure with profitable study. Such a situation is that of the Christiansburg Industrial Institute. It has a faculty that is thoroughly competent and in addition to this it is located in the mountains where the climate is ideal for study. Write today for bulletin to E. A. Long, Conductor, Cambria, Virginia. AGENTS. The Oriental Brown Shoe Shining Parlor, 1721 Arctic Avenue, Atl- lantic City, N. J. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. George Edw. Marrigault, 30 S. Franklin St. BEDFORD, VA. R. M. 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THE PLANET IS $1.50 PER YEAR, 80 CENTS FOR SIX MONTHS, 40 CENTS FOR THREE MONTHS. $3.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. One Pound Pet Coffee. Pair Side Combs. Box Writing Paper. Granite Dish Pan. Centre Piece. Fancy Apron. Half-dozen Glasses. $6.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Box Toilet Soap. Three Turkish Wash Cloths. Whisk Broom. Water Set—Four Glasses and Pitcher. Box of Handkerchiefs. Tool Chest. One Pound Pet Coffee. Two Tickets to Movies. $12.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Four Bath Towels. Half-dozen Thin Blown Tumblers. Half-dozen Cups and Saucers. One Pair Boot Silk Hose. Half-dozen Copies of Sheet Music. Box Writing Paper. Collar. Neck Tie. $15.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Two Pairs Boot Silk Hose. Coal Scuttle. Girl's Middy Tie. Half-dozen Cups and Saucers. Gentleman's Scarf. Shovel. Pick Axe. Axe. Rake. Set of Gavels. $30.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Paul Lawrence Dunbar's Works. Detachable Umbrella. Chocolate Set. Carving Set. Black Sateen Underskirt. Lady's Umbrella. Fountain Pen. Pair Silk Hose. 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Fountain Pen with Gold Trimmings. Half-dozen Silver Knives and Forks. Watch Charm. Watch Fob. Comfort. Linen Sheets. Mirror. Silk Kimono. Lavallier. Late Style Hat for Either Sex. Transformation. Electric Iron. Watch Chain. Gold Ear-rings. Kodak. --- Tea Set. Pearl Necklace. Boy's Suit. Shoes. Muff. Smoking Jacket. Leather Traveling Case. Leather Traveling Bag. Silver Coffee Set. Raincoat. Silver Water Pitcher. Eye Glasses. Lace Curtains. Ton of Coal. $240.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Cord of Wood—Oak or Pine. Child's Coat. Bracelet. Ring. Mattress. Wood Stove. Cedar Chest. Rug. Barrel Flour. Crib. Toilet Set. Floor Lamp. Center Table. Child's Automobile. Telephone Stand. Officer's Lodge Set. Suit Case. Cameo Pin. Gas Heater. Gas Dome. $480.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Round Trip Ticket to Atlantic City. Round Trip Ticket to Niagara Falls Morris Chair. Kitchen Cabinet. Range. Gentleman's Suit. Overcoat. Grafonola. Music Cabinet. Davenport. Silver Service. Candelabra. Bicycle. Drugget. Parlor Suit. Baby Carriage. Set China. Sewing Machine. Hat Rack. Gas Range. Brass Bed. Chiffonier. Writing Desk. Gold Watch. Lady's Dress. M. B. Secretary of War of the United States Hon. N. D. Baker, who has recently returned from France and is confident of the Allies' ability to win the war. FIRST PHOTO SHOWING BRITISH INDUSTRY THAT WILL HELP TO WIN THE COVED IN THIS COUNTRY IS THE FIRST EVEN GOW, ENGAGED IN THE WONDERFUL SUCH GREAT WONDERS IN DEMORALIZI PHOTO SHOWING BRITISH WOMEN WORKING THE IRON CAVALRY. British women have been pictured at work in practice that will help to win the war. This photographed this country is the first one to show that the engaged in the wonderful British tank which acted wonders in demoralizing the Huns. THE TRAIN FIRST PHOTO SHOWING BRITISH WOMEN WORKING ON THE IRON CAVALRY. British women have been pictured at work in practically every industry that will help to win the war. This photograph just received in this country is the first one to show that the women are now, engaged in the wonderful British tank which accomplished such great wonders in demoralizing the Huns. THE FEDERAL MILITARY CENTER AMERICAN SOLDIERS SAYING GOOD-BYE. During their stay in France many of the American so become fast friends with the girls as well as the men. Photo shows the boys saying good-bye before leaving for ing their stay in France many of the American so best frends with the girls as well as the men laws the boys saying good-bye before leaving for During their stay in France many of the American soldiers have become fast friends with the girls as well as the men in France. Photo shows the boys saying good-bye before leaving for the Front. SAVE PENNIES AND DOLLARS From Publicity Bureau, Virginia War Savings Committee Richmond, Virginia. One often hears complaints that the parents of the complainants failed to educate them in thrift. Usually these are uttered by those past middle age, who have nothing laid aside for a "rainy day." Quite likely they failed to become thrifty because there was no example provided to go hand in hand with the precepts to save. There is wonder that nearly every foreigner who came to our shores from certain quarters of Europe was saving. Inquiry will prove that in each of these quarters there was pro vided an easy method of depositing earnings. In Switzerland every other person —554 out of 1000—had prior to 1914 a saving account. While children they were taught to save their pennies and put them in the postal bank or other institutions near at hand. Thus they acquired the habit of laying away a certain portion of their sur plus. Almost every habit has the same tendency to cling, the good as well as the bad. Some parents in the United States recently have bought bonds for their --- J. B. Lord Milner of England. Recent dispatches state that he has been appointed Minister of War in the British Cabinet. British women working on CAVALRY. fured at work in practically every war. This photograph just re-zone to show that the women are British tank which accomplished the Huns. any of the American soldiers have as well as the men in France, oye before leaving for the Front. children on the installment plan, hoping that this will serve to stimulate their thriftness. This is commendable and effective, too. But it would be far better if the children were to be trained to handle those things for themselves. It therefore recommend ed that they become interested in the Thrift Stamp and War Savings certificate plan of the United States Government. Start each child with a thrift card let it save until it secures sufficient funds to buy stamps and carry the accumulation along until a savings certificate can be bought. In some cities the school banks succeeded won derfully in establishing the savings habit among the little ones. Drilling them at the same time in arithmetic and the art of banking and accounting The new national savings system will do this for every child. Then there is the lesson of patriotism that can go hand in hand with this education against extravagance. Love of country and the necessity of denial for the common cause of humanity will early be instilled into the minds of the American children and the fruitage will be better men, better women, and, above all, better child dren. April 22, 1918. A. B. TUNIS, Publicity Manager. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA S ASK PRESIDENT TO COUNTER-MAND GENERAL BALLOU'S JIM CROW ORDER. Boston, Mass., April 22, 1918.—Regarding it as the most non-democratic action since the world war began the National Equal Rights League which has branches in 22 states and will hold its 11th Annual meeting in Chicago in August, protested to President Wilson by telegraph last night against the order of Major General Ballou, former commander of the separate officer training school for Colored, which order is so insulting that it was torn down, three times when posted up at Camp Upton and which order Colored soldiers to sur render civil rights at the behest of white race prejudice. TELEGRAM WANTS ORDER COUNTERMANDED The Telegram read as follows: Boston, Mass., April 21 1918—To President Woodrow Wilson, White House, Washington, D. C. The National Equal Rights League calls upon you to countermand Gen. Ballou's Bulletin No. 35 for 92nd Division, Camp Funpun, Kansas, enjoining officers and soldiers to refrain from going into public places where their presence is resented be cause of Color. His dictum that asking public service is putting pleasure above the general good is not applied to white soldiers destroys all civil rights, causes fresh discriminations fosters race prejudice humiliates our race, degrades the army uniform. No order so vicious or undemocratic has been issued in any armies fighting Germany. Protect American soldiers in democracy at home before sending them abroad in Democracy's War. Rev. Byron Gunner, N. Y. Pres. Rev. M. F. Sydes, T. I. Exce. Com. William Monroe Trotter, Mass., Cor. Secretary. Blacksmith Wanted. A colored Blacksmith wanted, with or without family. Light work, good wages. Apply at once. William H. Mapp, Box 115 Eastville, Va. Phone 29-12. WHAT DID SHE DO? NOAH'S HAIR DRESSING Price 35c. If your dealer can't supply you send to us. Refuse substitutes. Manufactured by NOAH PRODUCTS CORP., RICHMOND, VA. BUY WAR SAVING STAMPS Buy THRIFT Stamps. 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 Some people will not take advice from any one. Some people will take advice from irresponsible people and some people will take advice only from people, who they believe are well informed enough to give advice and some other people will take advice only from those people, who will give advice in accordance with their desires and wishes. In matters of finance, it is always best to consult a person who has succeeded in handling satisfactorily their own finances. The reason for this is that in selecting a physician, one seeks a competent one, who has succeeded in relieving some one else. With reference to money matters, it is well to learn the basic principle by beginning to save a small amount, no matter how small that amount may be and not be selfish enough to fear that death may overtake you and some one else may profit by your saving habit. Patronize some banking institution, Give encouragement to your own financial institutions. When you learn to do this, your future will be promising and happiness in later years secure. HOUSE PAINTER and DECORATOR. ROOF PAINTING and ROOF REPAIRING A SPECIALTY. First Class Service at Reasonable Rates KINKY HAIR Becomes Soft, - Fluffy, - Long, - Pretty (Like Picture) So you can easily handle your hair and put it up in any style by using HEROLIN POMADE HAIR DRESSING An elegant, up-to-date, hair dressing. Why be fooled all the time with sticky, poor hair preparations, when you can get the best for only 25c. 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