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COLORED MEN WEAVING THEIR SHARE OF THE GREAT AMERICAN WAR FABRIC OVER THERE OVER HERE COLORED MEN WEAVING OF THE GREAT AVE OVER THERE GENERAL PERSHING PRAMES BRAVE COLORED SOLDIERS. WASHINGTON, May 19—General Pershing in h his commissure to the War Department today says: 'We work for America, a destination.' Headquarters American Expeditionary Forces. May 19. Section B. Reports in hand show a notable instance of bravery and devotion shown by two soldiers of an American colored regiment operating in a French sector. Before daylight on May 15 Private Henry Johnson and Private Roberts while on sentry duty at some distance from one an officer were attacked by a German raiding party estimated at twenty men, who advanced in two groups, attacking at once from flank and rear. Both men fought bravely in hand to hand encounters, one reserving to the use of a bolo knife after his ride jammed and further fighting with bayonet and butt became impossible. There is evidence that at least one and probably a second German was severely cut. A third is known to have been shot. Attention is drawn to the fact that the colored sentries were first attacked and contused fighting after receiving wounds and despite the use of grenade by a superior force. They should be given credit for preventing by their bravery the capture of any of our men. Three of our men were wounded, two by grenades. All are recovering, and the wounds in two cases are slight. "BIRTH OF A NATION" BARRED FROM LYNN, MASS. Through Local Equal Rights League Big Massachusetts City Revokes Permission to Vile Play. Lynn, Mass. (Special) As we go to press the colored citizens are very much exercised over the announcement of the "Birth of a Nation" at the Comique Theatre, Rey Dr, W. A. Lynch, chairman of the Executive Board of the Equal Rights League in connection with Messrs. James Ogden, Brown, Mrs. Murray and others have filed a protest and have been granted a hearing before the Mayor and Board of Common Council. There is also a meeting to be held at the Mailey Street A, M. E. Church to devise other plans to crush out this breeder of racial prejudice. VICTORY WON Mr. William M. Trotter, Secretary, Dear Sir, I have the pleasure of informing you for the cause of Equal Rights of the Race, we have succeeded in having the license for the appearance of the "Birth of a Nation" revoked, I appeared before the Mayor and Board of Common Council and protested. We have won a great victory. W. A. LYNCH. Colonel Cramp Sick. College: Thomas M. Crump, Vice President of the Mechanics Savings Bank, who has been indsposed, is much improved. PORTSMOUTH BANK AWARDED FRIST LIBERTY LOAN DRIVE Portsmouth, Va. Our local bank, the Mutual Savings, has been awarded first place among the banks of the entire country in the recent Liberty Loan drive by the Treasury Department. Based upon the institution's resources, the loan officials gave $5,700 as the amount to be raised in the campaign. Under the clever leadership of Cashier J. S. Jones and through the organized effort of a determined citizenry, Portsmouth proudly reports that $102,000, nearly twenty times the stipulated quota was subscribed. The official report follows: Cash Bonds Twenty-two $50 bonds, $1,100; nine $100 bonds, $900; Total cash, $2,600. Installation Eighteen hundred and six $50 bonds, $900,二十 eighty-eight $100 bonds, $8,800; two $500 bonds, $1,400; Total installment, $100,000. Grand total in subscribers, 1,925 in bonds, $102,000. Announcement The commencement exercises of Harishorn Memorial College will begin Sunday May 26 Baccalaureate Sermon 2:30 P. M. Monday 8 P. M. class night. Tuesday graduating exercises; Wednesday Alumnae exercises; COLORED RIVETER RECEIVES LORD NORTHLIFFE PRIZE. WASHINGTON, May 21.—The first international prize for riveting was transmitted today by Chairman Hurley, of the Shipping Board, to Charlie Knight, a colored riveter, at the request of Lord Northcliffe, owner of London newspapers who offered 225 for the best score above previous record. Knight is employed at the Bristolshire shipbuilding Corporation, Harrows Point, Maryland. At the same time Mr. Hurley called Lord Northcliffe a new challenge for Brit工業 workers, and called on American shipbuilders to beat Riveter record. An increase of five rivets per hour would mean the building of a steel freighter of tonnes every ten weeks, he said. The challenge to British workers who were the first even to drive more than 100 rivets in nine hours, follows. "American shipyard workers welcome the friendly rivalry of British riveters and admire their cabled records and sportsmanship. American shipyard workers believe they have the fastest riveters in the world. Riveting interest in this country is winning to teenage. Gangs in every shipyard are working to add one or more new per person. Away gangs output. Five additional rivets house gangs mean one steed treffler of 1000 men ten weeks. Workers hgre will welcome british competition and records on this tonage basis. They are on the jobs for victory." THE WORLD WAR Editor Mitchel/ Speaks in New Jersey Large Crowd Listens to Virginian, Rev. Scott's Great Work Atlantic City, May 17th, 1918—Hon, John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank and Editor of the Richmond, Va. Planet spoke at the Shiloh Baptist Church here last night to a crowded house on his famous subject, "The World War." He helped the audience spell bound, so to speak for more than an hour, Rev. L. C. Scott, formerly of Lynchburg, Va., is pastor of this church but, it was through the influence of Mrs. S. L. Jasper and Mr. C. C. Johnson, s supplemented by the efforts of the pas or that; Mr. Mitchell's services were required. He was introduced by Dr. Hawkins. On the rostrum were Mrs. Alice Winston; Mrs. Saackel- ford; Rev. C. C. Stewar; and Rev. J. H. Gordon. THE BALKAN WAR After some preliminary remarks, Rev. L. C. Scott took a seat on the Power rostrum where he listened to every word of the speaker, Mr. Michell and Revelation 16 h chapter read, he then discussed the World War, he reviewed the history of Belgium and Servia, he told of the Balkan States and described the Balkan wars showing how these things led to the great confrontation that now seems to be sweeping over the entire world, he explained about the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance and showed how the gravity of these triple alliances had been maintained. THE MAP OF EUROPE His word map of Europe created something of a sensation and his deformation and explanation of the part the coredo man and the United States of America were playing in this war was listened to with rapt attention. He was frequently interrupted by applause. At the conclusion of his address he was the recipient of congratulations almost spontaneous from the multitude that had come out to hear him. Down stairs in the basement, reflections were served. Rev. L. C. Scott has made a record for blissful here. He has raised $5,000 in five months for the church and is now installing a $10,000 organ. ATTORNEY NUTTERS HOME Mr. Mitchell visited Attorney Isaac H. Nutter's palatial residence at Pleasantville City this morning and left at 10 o'clock for Richmond. His visit has been the subject of much favorable comment here. FOR SALE! Accuracy in Statements. Under all Circumstances, TO BUYER, TO SELL ER, TO BORROWER, TO LENDER. If you are thinking of buying a home, see us and save money. We save lots of them for sade. BRAGG BROS. & CO. 506 N. Second Street. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1918. THE COLORED PEOPLE'S PART IN WORLD WAR. Black Troops Fighting Hard on Both Sides-Africa in Contest. CAMEROONS CAMPAIGN—HI (By W. E. Hutchinson by arrangement with M. Afzumia Times.) (Copyright by John E. Bruce.) Contemporaneously with the operations under General Dobell just succeeded, the Nigerian forces under General Cutilife had been actively engaged in clearing the enemy from the vicinity of the Nigerian frontier. Immediately on his return from Buba in February the general peer guarded his forces, both British and French, for the purpose of resisting the attack on Carna and preventing the German force on the Ngaundere Djutean, uniting with those further South and then of moving Southward to cooperate with the forces under Generals Dobell and Aymerich. All the available troops on the Eastern frontier were concentrated for the movement against Carna. The enemy took advantage of this temporary weakening of the foederier guard to make a raid into Nigeria, which succeeded in reaching the town of Mutumbia, near Benue, destroying the residency and interrupting telegraphic communication between Yola and Lagos for a fortnight. ALLIES INVEST GARUA On the 18th of April the investment of Garma was begun, on the South and Southwest. The allied forces consisted of eleven companies of infantry, one company of mounted infantry and one squadron of cavalry, five guns (including the British naval gun) and eleven machine guns. On the night of the 21:22 of April Hauptmann von Crailsheim broke out of the town with a mixed force about 250 strong and marched Southward towards Nagandere and, after being joined by a small force of about 10 native soldiers, attacked an outpost at Garin. The attack failed but, by avoiding all roads and making a wonderful march of 28 hours without a halt and thereby evading the troops sent against them, the party succeeded in returning to Garma. ARTILLERY STRENGTHENED On the 22nd of May the besiegers' art hero was strengthened by the arrival of a French 95 mm. gun and by the night of 29.21 of May the Allied force was entrenched 2,000 to 2,300 yards from the German fort. The advance was steadily pitted for war by night work and by the 10th of June a line of trenches with a trenantage of about 100 yards and efficient communication with the rear had been established within a thousand and yards of the fort. This work was accomplished in the face of great difficulties, all water supplies having to be carried to the trenches in pots, over a distance of two miles. On the night of the 9.10 of June two attempts made by the enemy to break out were defeated and at 23.00 P. M. the white flag was hoisted. UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER His troops having gotten out of head, Hauptmann von Crallheim offered to surrender on terms, but this being refused he surrendered unconditionally in 617, M. The chocolate dessert which had converted the pitfall into an entrenched camp, he received 2,000 laborers for five months. A force under Lieutenant Colonel Webb Rowe was at once dispatched to carry Ngundere, 149 miles to the South to seize the Northern edge of the Ngundere Plateau and present the army concentrating in that direction, thereby to secure a line of advance Southward to cooperate with the forces under General Dobell. ATTACK IN MIDST OF TORNADO On the 28th of June, the steep paths leading up to Ngundere Pha were carried by a surprise attack in the midst of a terrific tornado. A counter attack during the night was driven off and the enemy outfired on Tilanti. So miles to the southwest. On recovering information that General Doell's operations had been temporarily suspended, General Guilfite decided not to advance further but to limit himself to reclaiming the position he had raised. The accordingly directed the 161 column to occupy Goshaka, 1,410 mile East of Nipigonade and near the Niiponade frontier, and to hold the line. Nipigonade Kontscha-Goshaka RAINS CAUSE A PAUSE As the rains, which had caused a pause in the advance from Duaha, were not so serious an obstacle to operations in the open country near the Northern frontier, he proceeded to Mora and carried out the operations against it which I have already described. On the 25th and 26th of August a conference between Governor or General Merlin and Generals Aymerich and Dobell took place at Duaha and a plan of operation was agreed upon for combined movement against Yaunde. General Aymerich, whose forces were now established at Bertua and Dume, about 140 miles Northeast of Yaunde, was to advance on that place while General Dobell's forces renewed their advance from the West. Simultaneously General Cunliffe was to move down Ngaudere 280 miles on the Northeast. REINFORCEMENTS AND SUPPLIES By the 22nd of September General Dobell had been reinforced by the Fifth Indian Light Infantry. A large number of carriers and a number of motor cars were supplied by the colonies of Sierra Leone, Gold Coast and Sierra Leone. The British and French contingents were on the Fourth Price (Continued on Fourth Price). --- DR. MORRIS WANTS NAMES OF BAPTIST MODERATORS. To the Man Nearest the People: Dear Brother, There are perhaps seven hundred District Associations in the United States and as many Moderators. These Moderators are nearer the people than any other class of leaders and are more often sought for information on matters of interest to the people than any other class. But, it is sad to say that when the names and addresses of these men are sought there are only a few of them at hand, hence we are now asking through the medium of our denominational papers that every Moderator of a Baptist Association in the United States send to my address 615 name and postoffice as soon as this comes to his notice. This applies to all Moderators, no matter with what State, District or National organization they may be affiliated or whether they are connected with any, since they are Baptist. Persons reading this notice will please use to it that it is conveyed to the Moderator in your section. Yours very truly, E. C. MORRIS, Pres. Helena, Arkansas. By R. B. Hudson, Seey. Nursery Department of the National Ideal Benefit Society The Nursery Department of the National Ideal Benefit Society will hold its Annual May Day Exercises at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Sunday May 26th, at 3:30 P. M. An excellent program has been arranged. The public and friends are invited. All Senior and Junior Guardians are requested to meet at the Ideal Hall, with the children at 2:15 o'clock and march to the church. FULLER-WILLIAMS We have received an invitation to the marriage of Miss Dixie Erna Williams to Rev. Thomas O. Fulcher, Wednesday evening June 5 h 1918 in tac ceased of Harslorm Memorial College Richmond, Va. The contracting parties are notable charmers. Miss Williams being a member of the faculty of Harslorm Memorial College and Rev. Dr. Fulcher being president of Howe Institute at Memphis, Temp. JOHNSON----EDWARDS [Mrs. Roberta L. Edwards announces the marriage of her daughter, Harriet J. to Rev. Roger H. Johnson, Jr. of Louisville, Ky. April 17, 1918. Dr. Evans Payne performed the ceremony. At home June 5, 1918; 1906 W. Chestnut St., Louisville, Ky. TAG DAY SATURDAY, MAY 25. Will You Help to Care for the Young? Knowing That The Child of Today Is The Man of Tomorrow? The founder and Manager and the Committee of C. M. Ws, with 23 life the children representing the Home 1513 Taylor Street take this method of thanking their many friends for their entiring aid in our work. We feel that our friends want to know what they can do to further help the work. We are greatly in need of funds for our Children's Home Buildings. Between $200.00 and $400.00 is needed for repairs on the two buildings. $800.60 is needed to pay off the notes for the boy's Building. Campaign to continue to June 23rd. The buildings are compelled to be required for the health and comfort of the little ones. We need $1,500.00 with which to pay off all debts and have our little ones comfortable for the winter. Will you aid us by sending a contribution to the Home office 1513 Taylor Street. For information call Boulevard 3209. COMPANY E. 24TH INFANTRY 1 READY FOR RALLY SEASON Columbus, New Mexico — Contempo E is part a new baseball captain for her team this season, Corporal Lawrence Williams. His lineup for the season is Corporal Lawrence Willis, short shot; Corporal Nelson Gilchrist catcher; Corporal Frank Starks, first base; Corporal Leonard W. Hirgee pitcher; Cook Clyde Bentley, pitcher; Private Edell Scott, pitcher; Private Hervie J. Haywood, third base; Private Ghey Bator, centre field; Private William E. Johnson, right field; Private Hervie Brown, second base; Private Jesse M. Davis, left field; Private Eutherford Bentford, pitcher; Private William J. Jones, left field WORK OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB OF FULTON The neighborhood club was organized December 6th 1917 at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist church Fulton with twenty members. This club was organized for the purpose of doing charity work. The club has collected since December 6, 1917 to May 14, 1918, $57 21 and has given out $10.00 to the sick; 84 bottles of milk; 2 baskets of groceries; 6 airs of shoes; paid up $2.50 worth of insurance for one family; $2.50 worth of wood for one family and have put several children in different Sunday Schools. Visitors are welcome at all times. MARY STUART, President. GLENA N. LEWIS, Secretary. ECHOES FROM THE GREAT VIRGINIA BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION HELD TO FURTHER CAUSE OF RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES (By T. J. King.) The fifty first annual session of the Virginia Baptist State Convention held with the Zion Baptist Church, Newport News, Va. was a decided success. The seson on opened Wednesday day morning, May 8 and closed Sunday the 12th. A large delegation from every section of Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York was present. The spirit of hapiness and holiness characterized the entire session. There was not a moment of disorder nor a point of order throughout the entire session. DR. GALVIN ADDRESS Dr. Kent A. A. Gelviz delivered a short masterly address from the subject, "Every Man in His Place." To the and if appointment of every delegate Dr. Gelviz at the close of such a regimental address and six years of the most brilliant success as President and leader of the Baptist forces in the Virginia Baptist State Convention, served not he that he would not under any circumstances accept a rejection, giving as his sole reason that he did not feel that the honors and reponsibilities of the presdeny should be worn continuously by one person, but should pass around. DR. KING ELECTED TO LEAD The convention was so determined not to let this Prince of Presidents so office free, they departed from their custom and reelected Dr. Gail v. n by acclamation, but he would not vie d. Thereupon the nominating committee brought in the name of Pastor T. J. King, of the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Richmond, Va. Dr. T. H. White, of Clifton Forge, another faithful servant of the convention and denomination also took the position that another brother should take upon him the honor and old obligations of the office of corresponding secretary. In lieu of Dr. White, the committee on nomination brought in the name of Dr. C. E. Miller, of East Radford. NOT A DISSENTING VOICE The election was without dissenting voice or vote. Pastor King feels keenly appreciative of the magnanimous spirit manifested on the part of these noble brethren of the O.D. Dominion in making him standard bearer and especially so when the fact is considered that, though he has been a supporter of the work since his school days in 1901, he has been in the Virginia pastorate less than that. These two male characters, Doctors Galvin and White ret红 from office amid the glory of uncommon achievement and leave no light tasks confronting their successors. MANY GOSPEL MESSAGES The named messages constituted a very important feature of the program. The annual sermon was preached on Wednesday night by the newly elected president from the subject, "Victory." The educational sermon was delivered on Thursday night by Dr. C, S. Sommerville, of Portsmouth, from the subject, "Charter Building in Christian Service." The missionary sermon was on Friday night by Dr. S. A. Moses, Subject "The True Interpretation of Divine Worship" and on Sunday morning, Rev. W. H. R. Powell preached on, "The Crucifixion." SIN SOULS ACCEPT CHRIST. At this service there was a great spiritual outbreak. Six souls accepted Christ and about sixteen joined the church. The sermon by Rev. Jefferson at night closed a most ode of the convention. Among the out of state Southern present, were Doctors W. E. Grahahn and Walter E. Brooks, whose counsel at the convention is one of its richest assets: Prof. W. J. Winston and others from Baltimore; that eminent and abe Dr. J. C. Austin and others from Pittsburgh. Dr. Austin delivered a strong address on Missions and presented $300 from the great Ebenezer Church; Doctors W. T. Hall, Scott. Robinson and others from Philadelphia and Dr. W. T. Watkins from New Jersey. ONE CHURCH SENDS $400. Our distinguished master of missions, W. W. Brown could not attend but sent that brilliant little woman, Mrs. J. J. Johnson, who took splendid care of the situation, closed her address with the presentation of $400 from the Metropolitan Baptist Church and carried back the gold medal and the banner for the largest amount of money. We highly appreciate the loyalty PRICE, RIVE CENTS GREAT VIRGINIA BAPTIST I HELD TO FURTHER GIOUS ACTIVITIES and liberality of our out-ofState brethren. Our work has become too large to be restricted to one State. Others of the brethren named, also brought money. Rev. J. E. Reid and his good church of Salem, took the price on the largest amount of money percapita. SIXTY TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS Though this was only a nine-month year and some of the churches tested on their ears from heavy laborers for the Jabilee, we closed the session with between sixty-one and sixty-two hundred dollars cash on the table. We were never better cared for than we were by the Zion Church, Foster C. E, Jones and the associate churches and pastors. Dr. Jones and the Zion people have verify wrought maches for God in Newport News, Fifteen years for Dr. Jones went to Newport News and took charge of the Zion Church, with thirteen members worshipping in a shell of a wood building. Today they have a strong working membership of about seven hundred worshipping in a new up to date, stone trunk brick building, seating about one thousand people, modern and commodious in every particular. May God contine to help us to labor for him successfully. Mr. W. Henry Harris, son of Dr. H. L. Harris, Sr. was in the city Saturday and left Sunday for Camp Meade. Miss where he has been transferred from Camp Sherman to the Officers' Training School. IN MEMORIAM. Mrs. Ella Underhill, the sister of Mrs. N. J. Bowers, passed away February 11, 1918. Dearest Ella, how we miss you, Dear, miss you more than heart can tell. Hoping some future morning We may be together and dwell. Call not back the dear departed, Anchored safe where storms are o'er. On the borderland we left them, Soon to meet and part no more. When we leave this world of changes, When we leave this world of care, We shall find our missing loved ones In our Father's mansion fair. Composed by your dearest sister, Mrs. Bawne, Dance St. Richmond, Play Kit Dr. Brown Expresses Gratitude Friends All, This is My Greetings, Through Gods love, the efficient treatment of my doctors, the kind, na- ceing care of my nurses, and your prayers, wishes and remembrances. I are rescued to you. You cannot know the substantial help the great cheer with which your doctors were taken. You campa- ted the hope you gave or sense the light which illuminated by you sifted through the dark hours that so long that we cut from the day and kept me from you. You cannot contain my gratitude so I ask that you accept this brief measure as just the evidence of hoon tinal thanks and appreciation, the ex- pression of a soul full of earnest pray- er a memory full of serious thoughts and a heart full of good and sincere wishes. Faithfully yours, ROSCOE C. BROWN Their Religious Welfare. Blue Grass Lodge, No. 11 Knights of Blueyths of Lexington, Ky., has ordered one hundred sets of "the Great Victory Song," "The Soldiers Inspiration," Probation, the Last Call and "The Eureka Elixir Life Chart" to be distributed among the drafted soldiers from that locality. The author James Alexander Chiles is endeavoring to have these sets furnished each soldier by the United States government. The price is 10 cents each. Address author at Lexington, Ky. RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia TIME IS FLEETING-KEEP POSTED --- COLORED MEN WEAVING THEIR SHARE OF THE GREAT AMERICAN WAR FABRIC OVER THERE OVER HERE VOLUME XXXV, NO. 28 COLORED MEN WEAVING OF THE GREAT A OVER THERE GENERAL PERSHING PRAISES BRAVE COLORED SOLDIERS. WASHINGTON, May 10.—General Pershing in his communique to the War Department today says: Headquarters American Expeditionary Forces. May 19. Section B—Reports in hand show a notable instance of bravery and devotion shown by two soldiers of an American colored regiment operating in a French sector. Before daylight on May 15 Private Henry Johnson and Private Roberts while on sentry duty at some distance from one another were attacked by a German raiding party estimated at twenty men, who advanced in two groups, attacking at once from flank and rear. Both men fought bravely in hand to hand encounters, one resorting to the use of a bolo knife after his rife jammed and further fighting with bayonet and butt became impossible. There is evidence that at least one and probably a second German was severely cut. A third is known to have shot. Attention is drawn to the fact that the colored sentries were first attacked and continued fighting after receiving wounds and despite the use of grenades by a superior force. They should be given credit for preventing by their bravery the capture of any of our men. Three of our men were wounded, two by grenades. All are recovering, and the wounds in two cases are slight. "BIRTH OF A NATION" BARRED FROM LYNN, MASS. Through Local Equal Rights League Big Massachusetts City Revokes Permission to Vile Play. Lynn, Mass.—(Special)—As we go to press the colored citizens are very much exercised over the announcement of the "Birth of a Nation" at the Comique Theatre. Rev, Dr. W, A. Lynch, chairman of the Executive Board of the Equal Rights League in connection with Messrs. James Ogden, Brown, Mrs. Murray and others have filed a protest and have been granted a hearing before the Mayor and Board of Common Council. There is also a meeting to be held at the Malley Street A. M. E. Church to devise other plans to crush out this breeder of racial prejudice. VICTORY WON. Mr. William M. Trotter, Secretary, Dear Sir,—I have the pleasure of informing you for the cause of Equal Rights of the Race, we have succeeded in having the license for the appearance of the "Birth of a Nation" revoked. I appeared before the Mayor and Board of Common Council and protested. We have won a great victory. Colonel Crump S'ck. Colonel Thomas M. Crump, VicePresident of the Mechanics Savings Bank, who has been ind'sposed, is much improved. PORTSMOUTH BANK AWARDED FIRST PLACE IN LIBERTY LOAN DRIVE Portsmouth, Va.—Our local bank, the Mutual Savings, has been awarded first place among the banks of the re cent country in the recent Liberty Loan drive by the Treasury Department. Based upon the institution's resources the loan officials gave $5,700 as the amount to be raised in the campaign. Under the clever leadership of Cashier J. S. Jones and through the organized effort of a determined citizenry, Portsmouth proudly reports that $102,000, nearly twenty times the stipulated quota was subscribed. The official report follows: Cash Bonds—Twenty-two $50 bonds, $1,100; nine $100 bonds, $900; Total cash, $2,600. Installation—Eighteen hundred and six $50 bonds, $90,300; eighty-eight $100 bonds, $8,800; two $500 bonds, $1,000; Total installment, $100,000. Grand total—In subscribers, 1,925 in bonds, $102,000. Announcement. The commencement exercises of Hartshorn Memorial College will begin Sunday May 26 Baccalaureate Sermon 3:30 P. M. Monday 8 P. M. class night, Tuesday graduating exercises; Wednesday Alumnae exercises; COLORED RIVETER RECEIVES LORD NORTHLIFFE PRIZE. WASHINGTON, May 21.—The first international prize for riveting was transmitted today by Chairman Hurley, of the Shipping Board, to Charles Knight, a colored riveter, at the request of Lord Northcliffe, owner of London newspapers who offered £25 for the best score above previous records. Knight is employed at the Bothelem Shipbuilding Corporation, Sparrows Point, Maryland. At the same time Mr. Hurley cabled Lord Northcliffe a new challenge for British workmen, and called on American shipbuilders to beat Riveter Knight's record. An increase of five rivets per gang per hour would mean the building of a steel freighter of 10,000 tons every ten weeks, he said. The challenge to British workmen, who were the first even to drive more than 4,000 rivets in nine hours, follows: "American shipyard workers welcome the friendly rivalry of British riveters and admire their cabled records and sportsmanship. American shipyard workers believe they have the fastest riveters in the world. Riveting interest in this country is now swirling to tonnage. Gangs in every shipyard are working to add more rivets per hour to average gannets. Now add additional rivets per hour per gannet to steel freighter of 10,000 tons in two weeks. Workers hgro will welcome British competition and records on this tonnage basis. They are on the jobs for victory." THE WORLD WAR. Editor Mitchell Speaks in New Jersey Large Crowd Listens to Virginian, Rev. Scott's Great Work. Atlantic City, May 17th, 1918.—Hon. John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank and Editor of the Richmond, Va. Planet spoke at the Shiloh Baptist Church here last night to a crowded house on his famous subject, "The World War." He held the audience spell bound, so to speak for more than an hour. Rev. L. C. Scott, formerly of Lynchburg, Va., is pastor of this church but it was through the influence of Mrs. S. L. Jasper and Mr. C. C. Johnson, supplemented by the efforts of the pas or that Mr. Mitchell's services were secured. He was introduced by Dr. Hawkins. On the rostrum were Mrs. Alice Winston; Mrs. Snackelford; Rev. C. C. Stewart and Rev. J. H. Gordon. THE BALKAN WAR. After some preliminary remarks, Rev. L. C. Scott took a seat on the lower rostrum where he listened to every word of the speaker. Mr. Mitchell had Revelation 16th chapter read. He then discussed the World War. He reviewed the history of Belgium and Servia. He told of the Balkan States and described the Balkan wars showing how these things led to the great conflagration that now seems to be sweeping over the entire world. He explained about the Triple Entente and the Triple Alliance and showed how the gravity of these triple alliances had been maintained. THE MAP OF EUROPE. His word map of Europe created something of a sensation and his de lineation and explanation of the part the colored man and the United States of America were playing in this war was listened to with rapt attention. He was frequently interrupted by applause. At the conclusion of his address he was the recipient of con gratulations almost spontaneous, from the multitude that had come out to hear him. Down stairs in the basement, refreshments were served. Rev, L. C. Scott has made a record for himself here. He has raised $5,000 in five months for the church and is now installing a $10,000 organ. ATTORNEY NUTTER'S HOME Mr. Michelle visited Attorney Isaac H. Nutter's palatial residence at Pleasantville City this morning and left at 10 o'clock for Richmond. His visit has been the subject of much favorable comment here. FOR SALE! Accuracy in Statements. Under all Circumstances, TO BUYER, TO SELL ER, TO BORROWER, TO LENDER. If you are thinking of buying a home, see us and save money. We have lots of them for sale. BRAGG BROS. & CO. 506 N. Second Street. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1918. THE COLORED PEOPLE'S PART IN WORLD WAR. Black Troops Fighting Hard on Both Sides-Africa in Contest. English Officers Lead The Troops--The Plan of Advance--German Officers at Head of Black German Army. CAMEROONS CAMPAIGN—III (By W. F. Hutchinson by arrangement with African Times.) (Copyright by John E. Bruce) Contemporaneously with the operations under General Dobell just described, the Nigerian forces under General Cunliffe had been actively engaged in clearing the enemy from the vicinity of the Nigerian frontier. Immediately on his return from Dunda in February the general rear organized his forces, both British and French, for the purpose of concealing the attack on Garua, and preventing the Giffman force on the Ngaudere Plateau, uniting with those further South and then of moving Southward to cooperate with the forces under Generals Dobell and Aymerich. All the available troops on the Eastern frontier were concentrated for the movement against Garua. The enemy took advantage of this temporary weakening of the frontier guard to make a raid into Nigeria, which succeeded in reaching the town of Mutumbia, near Benue, destroying the residency and interrupting telegraphic communication between Yola and Lagos for a fortnight. ALLNES INVEST GARUA. On the 18th of April the investment of Garua was begun, on the South and Southwest. The allied forces consisted of eleven companies of infantry, one company of mounted infantry and one squadron of cavalry, five guns (including the British naval gun) and eleven machine guns. On the night of the 21-22 of April, Hauptmann von Crailtheim broke out of the town with a mixed force about 250 strong and marched Southward towards Ngaundere and, after being joined by a small force of about 50 native soldiers, attacked an outpost at Gurin. The attack failed but, by avoiding all roads and making a wonderful march of 28 hours without a halt and thereby evading the troops sent against them, the party succeeded in returning to Garua. ARTILLERY STRENGTHENED On the 28th of May the besigers' art livery was strengthened by the arrival of a French 95 mm, gun and by the night of 30:31 of May the Allied force was entrenched 2,000 to 3,500 yards from the German fort. The advance was steadily pushed forward by night work and by the 10th of June a line of trenches with a frontage of about 400 yards and efficient communication with the rear had been established within a thousand and yards of the fort. This work was accomplished in the face of great difficulties, all water supplies having to be carried to the trenches in pots, over a distance of two miles. On the night of the 9-10 of June two attempts made by the enemy to break out were defeated and at 3:30 P. M, the white flag was hoisted. UNCONDITIONAL: SURRENDER. His troops having gotten out of hand, Hauptmann von Crallheim offered to surrender on terms, but this being refused he surrendered unconditionally at 6 F. M. The chlorate defences, which had converted the position into an entrenched camp, had occupied 2,000 laborers for five months. A force under Lieutenant Colonel Webb Bowen was at once dispatched to cards Ngaudere, 140' miles to the South to seize the Northern edge of the Ngaudere Plateau and prevent the enemy concentrating in that direction, thereby to secure a line of advance Southward to cooperate with the forces under General Dobell. ATTACK IN MIDST OF TORNADO On the 28th of June, the steep paths leading up to Ngundere Pha teen were carried by a surprise attack in the midst of a terrific tornado. A counter attack during the night was driven off and the enemy retired on Tibati. 80 miles to the Southwest. On reeiving information that General Dobell's operations had been temporarily suspended, General Cunliffe decided not to advance further but to limit himself to maintaining the position he had gained. He accordingly directed the Dbf column to occupy Goshaka, 110 miles East of Nguadere and near the Nigerian frontier, and to hold the line Nguadere Kontcha-Goshaka RAINS CAUSE A PAUSE As the rains, which had caused a pause in, the advance from Duaa, were not so serious an obstacle to operations in the open country near the Northern frontier, he proceeded to Mora and carried out the operations against it which I have already described. On the 25th and 26th of August a conference between Governor or General Merlin and Generals Aymerich and Dobell took place at Duaa and a plan of operation was agreed upon for combined movement against Yaude. General Aymerich, whose forces were now established at Bortua and Dume, about 140 miles Northeast of Yaude, was to advance on that place while General Dobell's forces renewed their advance from the West. Simultaneously General Cunliffe was to move down Ngaundere 280 miles on the Northeast. REINFORCEMENTS AND SUPPLIES By the 22nd of September General Dobell had been reinforced by the Fifth Indian Light Infantry. A large number of carriers and a number of motor cars were supplied by the colonies of Sierra Leone, Gold Coast and Nigeria. The British and French contingents were formed into sepa- (Continued on Fourth Page.) DR. MORRIS WANTS NAMES OF BAPTIST MODERATORS. To the Man Noarest the People: Dear Brother,—There are perhaps seven hundred District Associations, in the United States and as many Moderators. These Moderators are nearer the people than any other class of leaders and are more often sought for information on matters of interest to the people than any other class. But, it is sad to say that when the names and addresses of these men are sought there are only a few of them at hand, hence we are now asking through the medium of our denominational papers that every Moderator of a Baptist Association in the United States send to my address his name and postoffice as soon as this comes to his notice. This applies to all Moderators, no matter with what State, District or National organization they may be affiliated or whether they are connected with any, since they are Baptist. Persons reading this notice will please see to it that it is conveyed to the Moderator in your section. E. C. MORRIS, Pres. Helena, Arkansas. By R. B. Hudson, Secy. Nursery Department of the National Ideal Benefit Society The Nursery Department of the National Ideal Benefit Society will hold its Annual May Day Exercises at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Sun day May 26th, at 3:30 P. M. An excellent program has been arranged. The public and friends are invited. All Senior and Junior Guardians are requested to meet at the Ideal Hall, with the children at 2:15 o'clock and march to the church. FULLER—WILLIAMS: We have received an invitation to the marriage of Miss Dixie Erna Williams to Rev. Thomas O. Fuller, Wednesday evening June 5th 1918 in the chapel of Harshorn Memorial College Richmond, Va. The contracting parties are notable characters. Miss Williams being a member of the faculty of Harshorn Memorial College and Rev. Dr. Fuller being president of Howe Institute at Memphis, Tenn. JOHNSON----EDWARDS. [Mrs. Roberta L. Edwards announces the marriage of her daughter, Harriet J. to Rev. Roger H. Johnson, Jr., of Louisville, KY, April 17, 1918. Dr. Evans Payne performed the ceremony. At home June 5 1918; 1906 W. Chestnut St., Louisville, Ky. TAG DAY SATURDAY, MAY 25. Will You Help to Care for the Young? Knowing That The Child of Today Is The Man of Tomorrow? The founder and Manager and the Committee of C. M. Wa, with 23 life the children representing the Home, 1513 Taylor Street take this method of thanking their many friends for their entiring aid in our work. We feel that our friends want to know what they can do to further help the work. We are greatly in need of funds for our Children's Home Buildings. Between $300.00 and $400.00 is needed for repairs on the two buildings, $800.00 is needed to pay off the notes for the Boy's Building, Campaign to continue to Juno 23rd. The buildings are compelled to be repaired for the health and comfort of the little ones. We need $1,500.00 with which to pay off all debts and have our little ones comfortable for the winter. Will you aid us by sending a contribution to the Home office 1513 Taylor Street. For information call Boulevard 3209-J. COMPANY E. 24TH INFANTRY IS READY FOR BALL SEASON Columbus, New Mexico.—Company E has a new baseball captain for her team this season, Corporal Lawrence Willam. His line up for the season is: Corporal Lawrence Williams; short stop; Corporal Nelson Gilchrist catcher; Corporal Frank Starks, first base; Corporal Leonard W. Harmon pitcher; Cook Clyde Bentley, pitcher; Private Estell Scott, pitcher; Private Harvey J. Haywood, third base; Private Geary Butler, centre field; Private Herbert Brown, second base; Private Jesse M. Davis, left field; Private Rutherford Benford, pitcher; Private Willam j. Jones, left field. WORK OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD CLUB OF FULTON. The neighborhood club was organized December 6, 1917 at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist church Fulton with twenty members. This club was organized for the purpose of doing charity work. The club has collected since December 6, 1917 to May 14, 1918, $57 21 and has given out $10.00 to the sick; 84 bottles of milk; 2 baskets of groceries; 6 airs of shoes; paid up $2.50 worth of insurance for one family; $2.50 worth of wood for one family and have put several children in different Sunday Schools. Visitors are welcome at all times. MARY STUART, President, GLENA M. LEWIS, Secretary. ECHOES FROM THE GREAT VIRGINIA BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION HELD TO FURTHER CAUSE OF RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES (By T. J. King.) The fifty-first annual session of the Virginia Baptist State Convention held with the Zion Baptist Church, Newport News, Va. was a decided success. The seson on opened Wednesday morning, May 8 and closed Sunday the 12th. A large delegation from every section of Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York was present. The spirit of happiness and holiness characterized the entire session. There was not a moment of disorder nor a point of order throughout the entire session. DR. GALVIN'S ADDRESS President A. A. Galvin delivered a most masterly address from the subject, "Every Man in His Place." To the sad disappointment of every delegate, Dr. Galvin at the close of such a magnificent address and six years of the most brilliant success as President and leader of the Baptist forces in the Virginia Baptist State Convention, served not ce that he would not under any circumstances accept a rejection, giving as his sole reason that he did not feel that the honors and responsibilities of the pres' deny should be worn continuously by one man, but should pass around. DR. KING ELECTED TO LEAD. The convention was so determined not to let this Prince of Presidents go office free, they departed from their custom and reelected Dr. Gail v n by acclamation, but he would not yie d. Thereupon the nominating committee brought in the name of Pastor T. J. King, of the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Richmond, Va. Dr. T. H. White, of Clifton Forge, another faithful servant of the convention and denomination also took the position that another brother should take upon him the honor and oblations of the office of corresponding secretary. In lieu of Dr. White, the committee on nomination brought in the name of Dr. C. E. Miller, of East Radford. NOT A DISSENTING VOICE The election was without dissenting voice or vote. Pastor King feels keenly appreciative of the magnanimous spirit manifested on the part of these noble brethren of the Old Dominion in making him standard bearer and especially so when the fact is considered that, though he has been a supporter of the work since his school days in 1904, he has been in the Virginia pastorate less than three years. These two noble characters, Doctors Galvin and White red from office amid the glory of uncommon achievement and leave no light tasks confronting their successors. MANY GOSPEL MESSAGES The gospel messages constituted a very important feature of the program. The annual sermon was preached on Wednesday night by the newly elected president from the subject, "Victory." The educational sermon was delivered on Thursday night by Dr. C. C. Sommerville, of Portsmouth, from the subject, "Character Building in Christian Service." The missionary sermon was on Friday night by Dr. S. A. Moses, Subject "The True Interpretation of Divine Worship" and on Sunday morning, Rev. W. H. R. Powell preached on, "The Crucifixion." SIX SOULS ACCEPT CHRIST. At this service there was a great spiritual outbreak. Six souls accepted Christ and about sixteen joined the church. The sermon by Rev. Jefferson at night closed a great session of the convention. Among the out-ofState brothel present, were Doctors W. F. Graham and Walter H. Brooks, whose counsel in the convention is one of its richest assets; Prof. W. J. Winston and others from Baltimore; that eminent and able Dr. J. C. Austin and others from Pittsburgh. Dr. Austin delivered a strong address on Missions and presented $300 from the great Ebenezer Church; Doctors W. T. Hall, Scott, Robinson and others from Philadelphia and Dr. W. T. Watkins from New Jersey. ONE CHURCH SENDS $400. Our distinguished master of missions, W. W. Brown could not attend but sent that brilliant woman, Mrs. J. J. Johnson, who took splendid care of the situation, closed her address with the presentation of $400 from the Metropolitan Baptist Church and carried back the gold medal and the banner for the largest amount of money. We highly appreciate the loyalty PRICE, FIVE CENTS GREAT VIRGINIA BAPTIST I HELD TO FURTHER GIOUS ACTIVITIES and liberality of our out-of-State brethren. Our work has become too large to be restricted to one State. Others of the brethren named, also brought money. Rev. J. E. Reid and his good church of Salem, took the prize on the largest amount of money percapita. SIXTY-TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS Though this was only a nine month year and some of the churches rested on their oars from heavy labors for the Jubilee, we closed the session with between sixty-one and sixty-two hundred dollars cash on the table. We were never better cared for than we were by the Zion Church, Pastor C. E. Jones and the associate churches and pastors. Dr. Jones and the Zion people have verily wrought m aracles for God in Newport News. Fifteen years ago Dr. Jones went to Newport News and took charge of the Zion Church, with thirteen members worshipping in a shell of a wood building. Today they have a strong working membership of about seven hundred worshipping in a new up to-date, stone front brick building, seating about one thousand people, modern and commodious in every particular. May God contue to help us to labor for him successfully. Mr. W. Henry Harris, son of Dr. H. L. Harris, Sr. was in the city Saturday and left Sunday for Camp Meade, Mt. where he has been transferred from Camp Sherman to the Officers' Training School. IN MEMORIAM. Mrs. Ella Underhill, the sister of Mrs. N. J. Bowers, passed away February 11, 1918. Dearest Ella, how we miss you, Dear, miss you more than heart can tell, Hoping some future morning We may be together and dwell. Call not back the dear departed, Anchored safe where storms are o'er, On the borderland we left them, Soon to meet and part no more. When we leave this world of changes, When we leave this world of care, We shall find our missing loved ones In our Father's mansion fair. —Composed by your dearest sister, Mrs. N. J. Bowers, 1885 Dance St., Richmond, Va., May 15, 1918. Dr. Brown Expresses Gratitude. Friends All. These be My Greetings, Through God's love, the efficient treatment of my doctors, the kind, and causing care of my nurses, and your prayers, wishes and remembrances, I am restored to you. You cannot know the substantial help, the great cheer with which your deeds were laden. You cannot feel the hope you gave or sense the light which radiated by you sifted through the dark hours that so long shut me out from the day and kept me from you. Words cannot contain my gratitude. So I ask that you accept this brief message as just the evidence of boun- ful thanks and appreciation, the ex- pression of a soul full of earnest pray- er a memory full of serious thoughts and a heart full of good and sincere wishes. Faithfully yours, ROSCOE C. BROWN. Their Religious Welfare. Blue Grass Lodge, No. 11 Knights of Pythias of Lexington, Ky., has ordered one hundred sets of "the Great Victory Song," "The Soldiers Inspiration," Probation, the Last Call and "The Eureka Elixir Life Chart" to be distributed among the drafted soldiers from that locality. The author James Alexander Chiles is endeavoring to have these sets furnished each soldier by the United States government. The price is 10 cents each. Address author at Lexington, Ky. TWO REPLY TO A SOUTHERN EDITOR ON LYNCHING IN LOUISIANA May 13, 1918.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People makes public the following letter, dated May 10, of John R. Shillady its Secretary to the editor of the Shreveport Times, Shreveport La. The editor of the Louisiana publication having published a long editorial occasioned by the protest made by Secretary Shillady on account of recent Louisiana lynchings in which the editor told Mr. Shillady that no outside soilds were needed and that Louisiana would take care of her own lynching problem, Mr. Shillady retorts as follows: Editor The Shreveport Times Shreveport, Louisiana May 10, 1918.—Dear Sir—I do not know whether you will admit to your columns a comment on your editorial of April 30 under the good tempered heading, "No Outside Scolds Needed" and in which you advise me to eliminate myself from your lynching problem until my intervention is asked for. In the first place no good is to come from calling names. Secondly, one of the purposes of this Association is to bring home to the people of the United States, that a lynching in any state is the concern not alone of that state but of the nation as a whole. It is appreciate that good citizens of Louisiana, like good citizens everywhere stand for law and order and deplore mob violence. More than verbal disapprobation of lynching is needed however. The United States is at war to make the world safe for democracy. Abroad our President is recognized as the world's moral lead er. His prestige in this regard must not be clouded by actions at home which would tend to embarrass him in upholding the rights of the weak and the supremacy of law. Provincialism must go. Louisiana like every other state is now acting in the world's arena. She cannot sit back and call any Americans outsiders. Furthermore this Association has two branches within the state of Louisiana for which it specifies us for its one hundred other branches in various parts of this country. Mr. Editor, let us face the facts for a moment. Since the United states entered the war there have occurred the East St. Louis Riots in which 175 Negro men women and children were killed. Aside from the East St. Louis riots there have occurred within the same period according to our information, a minimum of fortysix lynchings in fortyfour of which Negroes were victims. The largest number of these occurred in Louisiana who has eleven to her credit. In Texas during this period 9 Negroes were lynched, in Georgia 7, in Tennessee 5, in Alabama 4, in Mississippi 3, and in eleven other states smaller numbers. These figures show that the largest number of lynchings per se have occurred with in your state. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People takes no delight in presenting this to you. It does so in sadness of heart. Is it not clear that the most determined efforts are necessary on the part of Louisiana's good citizens and her press to bring about action. Would not the prosecution of lynchers be more effective than any other action that could be taken? Very truly yours. (Signed) JOHN R. SHILLADY Secretary. Mr. Shilady also makes a public his reply to a letter addressed to him by J. Madison Vance of Bacon Rouge, La., a Negro, in which Mr. Vance devisors to set the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People right as to Governor Pleasant's attitude on lynching. Mr. Vance alleged that on more than one occasion Governor Pleasant had said to him "I am unhersely opposed to mob violence," and that the Governor was now pursuing an inquiry as to the cause of the recent lynchings to which Mr. Shilady's telegram referred. Mr. Vance's letter which appeared in some of the Louisiana papers also said in part: "In Louisiana we both look upon this momentous question from different angles. We do not agree upon the method of its suppression. You seem to think that force is the proper remedy. I believe in educating the masses in the various communities to a realization of its abhorrent features. The stigma cast upon a particular community where lynching occurs is a bolt upon everyone in the state which only time can wipe out. Mould this sentiment; crystallize it into a homogeneous mass. Put it behind the name of Governor Pleasant's stalwartness and let him drive the drive. I believe me I promise that he will get the results." Mr. Shillady's reply in which he quotes from a letter received by him from a group of colored men in Louisiana who approve Secretary Shillady's protest against Louisiana lynchings and who disapprove of Mr. Vance's attitude follows: May 10, 1918 Mr. J. Madison Vance, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dear Sir-Yours of April 27 was received in this office some days ago. My delay in acknowledgment has been due to my absence from the city. I have read what you have had to say in justification of Governor Pleasant's attitude with sympathetic attention. You appear wholly to me understand the text of our appeal to the Governor, or have not read it. I am sending you a copy of the appeal since it may not have been printed in full in the Louisiana papers. The facts therein cited are that since the United States entered the war Louisiana has lynched eleven Negroes with our trial and that six of these lynchings have occurred since January 1, of this year. The question raised by us is not to be answered by an affirmation that Governor Pleasant is unalterably opposed to mob violence. We need no assurance of this character as, with our knowing Governor Pleasant personally we are fully prepared to beieve that he as an individual is as much opposed to mob violence as is the writer. The point is that Mr. Pleasant is Governor of Louisiana and that a mere verbal affirmation of his belief in law and order and of his position to mob violence is not sufficient under the circumstances. We ask you to imagine what Governor Pleasant would have done if since the United States entered the war a year ago eleven white men had been lynched by Negroes in your state. The facts are that Louisiana's laws have been flouted and that in no case have the lynchers been brought to trin. There is nothing that would please us better than to be able to testify that the Governor of your state was so much opposed to mob violence that he did not rest content with voicing his opposition but that he took action that would result in the lynchers being brought before a court of law for trial. Furthermore our appeal to Governor Pleasant was addressed to the people of the State of Louisiana for whom Governor Pleasant is but one agent. For this reason we addressed copies of it to the Chambers of Commerce of Baton Rouge, Shreveport and New Orleans. These repeated lynchings of colored men for crimes for which the state has provided ample means of punishment are an affront against the nation as a whole and are no longer the concern of a single state. One of the best means of educating the masses in the communities of your state to a realization of the abhorrent features of lynching would be to have lynchers tried in the regular courts of law. I am in receipt of a letter from a group of colored men in your state who express an entirely different opinion than that expressed by you. I quote the following: "The thinking men of our race conden the action of Mr. Vance and appreciate in the highest terms your very patriotic action in calling upon the Governor for action in this case." Our correspondents also assert that nothing is being done in Louisiana to educate the white masses in the various communities to the abhorrent features of lynching. We are also advised by them that your leadership among your race is not as you would allow us to believe. Very truly yours, (Signed) JOHN $H, SHIH, Sorcery TWO HUNDRED DIE IN GREAT THUNDEROUS BLAST. Exploson in Oakdale, Pa. Rocks Earth for Several Miles as Flames Burst Forth. MANY TORN AND MANGLED. Ponderous Equipment is Buried Through Air, Along With Bodies Many of the Latter Dropping Into Seething Mass of Wreckage. Pittsburgh, Pa., May 18. —Probably 200 men were killed today when an explosion of T. N. T. demolished the plant of the Aetna Chemical Company at Oakdale on the Panhandle division of the Pennsylvania Railroad sixteen miles from this city. It occurred in the soda house. Before the employees could gain the open the very air seemed to burst into flames; the earth heaved and rocked and with a roar that was heard for miles the long factory buildings were hurled high into the air carrying with them pom derous equipment and scores of men. A great cloud of dust and smoke set tied over the scene and through it deadly fumes torn and mangled forms dropped to the earth many dead but others to meet their end in the flaming debris. Many of the injured some of whom were found as far as half a mile from the remnants of the factory were brought to Pittsburgh hospitals by special trains and in ambulances during the afternoon and early evening all of them so badly hurt that in only a few instances is hope held out for their recovery. The property loss was estimated at $1,500,000. Immediately after the second explosion the mass of broken beams and 'waste' timbers broke out in a great blaze which the highly inflammable chemical's used in the manufacture of the factory's deadly products—T, N, T, and T, N. A.—added ampe fuel to the flames. Blast after blast followed as the heat reached the tanks. Noxious gas es rose from the burning mass and spread over the little valley and sun rounding mills, making perilous the work of rescue. Telephone and telephone wires were wrecked by the explosion and the railroad tracks were blocked by the falling buildings. HURRIERLY MAKE UP TRAIN CARRYING RELIEF An employee hastened to Carnegie four miles distant, where wreck and relief trains were quickly made up and hurried to Oakdale while every hospital in Pittsburgh sent ambulances with nurses and doctors. Company guards and State consubstabulary sur rounded the burning ruins and were later recoopered by deputy sheriff and a large party of deputy coroners. Throughout the afternoon the fire burned. Each succeeding explosion reduced the blazing pile as embers and chemicals were widely scattered. Soon after 6 o'clock an explosion louder THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VERGENIA and more powerful than any since moon swopt away the remnants of the fire and practically cleared the black ened space. Many bodies were consumed in the flames the authorities declared, while parts of others were so tossed about, the coroner's deputies said it would be impossible to identify such portions as might be eventually found. At the stations of the interurban street car lines and at the Pennsylvania railroad stations of the various communities for fifteen miles on eith er side of Oakdale were assembled women with the head dress and costumes of Red Cross workers on their way to Pittsburgh to participate in a monster parade. News of the explosions flew from borough to borough, and as with one impulse the thought was inspired that the Red Cross workers were needed at Oakdale more than at Pittsburgh. Abandoning all thoughts of parade the women flocked to the afflicted area by automobile and by trolley ready for any sacrifice or service for which they might be called. And these women lent valuable aid in bringing order and system out of the chaotic condition among the patic stricken families of workmen. Scarcely any one who lived through the explosion is able to tell a coherent story of the hamening. H. H. Cannan an employee was eating his lunch with several other workers when the first explosion occurred and escaped with slight bruises. "I was sitting with two friends about 100 feet from the T. N. T. stock room when the blast came," he said. "Without warning I started up and up until I lost consciousness. When I hit the ground I came to and my two friends landed about a hundred feet from me. I got to my feet and was hurrying away when I passed an injured man. I put him on my back and started from the plant when the second explosion occurred." Tonight portions of human bodies are being picked up a mile and more from the plant. Residents about then nerdleared reporting seeing the bodies of men flying through the air and early tonight arms and legs were being reported along the railroad tracks three fourths of a mile from the Actna plant. Presidents of the neighboring boroughs report the scene as one resembling the eruption of a volcano. Huge clouds of brown smoke rose in the air in dense volume, carrying with it a suffocating gaseous fume that spread over the countryside. These fumes and those of sulphuric acid that had been released kept off any one who would attempt to get to the plant on rescue work. When the injured began to arrive at the railroad station in Pittsburgh the Red Cross procession was at its height. Without waiting to finish the line of march seventy-five registered Red Cross nurses awaiting orders to go to France left the line of march and under the direction of Miss Cath erine Dempster secretary of the Red Cross nurses organization here com mandered first aid stretcherers being carried in the parade proceeded to the stations and the hospitals nursing forces of which have been depleted by the war. Coroner Jamison and Sheriff Haddock with a corps of deputies have es galabished headquarters about the scene of the explosion. BELOW THE MASON-DIXON LINE As is too well known to our readers, in all Southern States there are laws requiring the separation of the white and colored races in public places, including street cars, and in Richmond conductors have strict orders to see that the law is obeyed. Under this law the colored passengers are required to occupy the rear seats and white passengers the forward seats of the car, only one point of contact between the two races being permitted under this law. In other words, there cannot be a white passenger, then a colored passenger and then a white passenger and so forth. There must be only one line of division. It is obvious therefore that white passengers as soon as they board the car should move to the front as far as possible filling back to the rear, colored passengers taking the farthest seat back and filling up toward the front. This is the law. Aside from obeying the law, by moving up to the front of the car uncomforable congestion in the rear will be avoided and the passenger will be ready to alight promptly from the front, exit at the proper time, thus speeding up the service. Whereas the colored passengers will be able to alight promptly from their nearest exit the rear door. When the conductor calls "Move up Front Please" remember that he is doing this in order to maintain the proper separation of races require under the law and is at the same time asking you to do something that will add to your comfort and convenience—just like when you are requested to buy a Liberty Bond, you really make no sacrifice but make a profitable investment. Always move up front please as soon as you board! Make it easy for the conductor and more comfortable for yourself.—Pub Service News. JURY DECIDES MULATTO IS A WHITE MAN. Detroit, Mich.—A jury in the Court of Judge Alfred J. Murphy yesterday decided that Francis H. Warren, one of the attorneys in the case submitted to them was a white man. Mr. Waryen is in fact a mulatto and he claims his father gave him more than his share of kinky hair. 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D, VIRGINIA One day he was present during an exceedingly noisy argument about the armament and manpower of the warring nations and as to the destructive ability of gas and modern explosives. He listened attentively as the talking boys vividly argued and disagreed on the most deadly weapons now in use on the Western front. He was amazed and could hardly realize that such heilish and destructive things could ever be devised by man. Suddenly he interrupted the noisy debaters and asked them if they were sure that such were true. On being told that it was true, he said, "Well, then, SOMEBODY WILL SURE GET IN JURED AFTPR AWHILE." TROPHY OFFICERS OF THE "BLUE DEVILS OF FRANCE" The French Government sent to the United States to aid in the Liberty Loan drive one hundred men of the famous Chasseurs Alpin, known as the Blue Devils of France, on account of fighting spirit and the dark blue uniform they wear. Every man of the hundred sent to U. S. has been decorated for valor, some several times. From left to right are: Lieutenants Albert Le Moal, P. M. Poderin, Jean Canal, Roger Cluzeaan and Marcel Laye. 2733 A. British soldiers, who had been holding the lines on the Somme against the German hordes, shown in "rat holes" behind the trenches. They had been sent back to rest before taking their places at the front again. Huge shells screaming overhead fall to cheat the "Tommies" out of their rest. COMMENCEMENT AT NATIONAL TRAINING SCHOOL Durham, N. C., May 6.—The commencement season at the National Training School here is on in full. The aathway leading to the school has been cemented, the campus put in top order, making the entire surroundings of the institution one of the most beautiful to be found anywhere in the South. The season opened with tree planting by the son or class. The first exercise of a literary character was an operetta given by the music department. Sunday was a day of joy and inspiration to students, visitors and faculty. The commencement sermon was delivered at 3:30 in the afternoon by the Rev. Dr. Joseph Hunter, pastor of the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church, Newark, N. J. In the evening at eight P. M., the ch of attraction was the President, James E. Shopard's address to the undergraduates, a patriotic service and final testimony meeting in which a large number took part. On Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock the annual address to the joint Y, M, C, A. and Y, W, C. A. was delivered by the Rev. Dr. John E. Ford, pastor of the Bothel Baptist Institution Church, Jacksonville, Fla., Wednesday, May 8, class day exercises were held which included a play. At 8 o'clock in the evening the annual address to the joint Literary societies was delivered by Dr. W, E, B. DuBois, editor of The Crisis Magazine, New York. Thursday, May 9, the program included Commencement Day exercises in 11:30 A. M. with Rev. Dr. Cortlandt,orsers, pastor of Tremont Temple. Boston, as commencement orator. Exhibits from the departments of domestic arts and science were shown for two days and attracted much attention and received unstinted favorable comment from the visitors and friends of the school from near and far. A notable fact about the National Training School is that for three consecutive years, Dr. James E. Shepard its able and far-sighted president, has guided it through the year and closed it with a remarkable defeat. This is a most remarkable place of work and places President Shepard in the front rank as a school executive UNION TWICE VICTORIOUS OVER WILBERFORCE. Once more has Virginia Union University been accredited with the successful culmination of a paradox of experience for the joint debate with Wilberforce. THE NEW FRONT LINES. holding the lines on the Somme again had been sent back to rest before the to cheat the "Tommies" out of the names on the Somme against the German hordes, but back to rest before taking their places at the "Tommies" out of their rest. THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S FOOTBALL LEAGUE THE MOVIE CONTRASTS ON THE PARIS BOULEVARDS. The Indian officers are as much of an attraction in de Boulogny as the pretty Parisienne themselves. These from the ruling families of India, have shown marked co- loyalty to the cause. Indian officers are as much of an attraction in any as the pretty Parisienne themselves. These ruling families of India, have shown marked co the cause. The Indian officers are as much of an attraction in the Bo's de Boulogny as the pretty Parisienne themselves. These men, many from the ruling families of India, have shown marked courage and loyalty to the cause. University, Union's affirmative team composed of Messrs. R. P. McGu'nn and D. Webster Davis, in Richmond, maintained that Compulsory Military Training should be Adopted as a Permanent Policy by the United States. At the same time, on Wil伯force's campus, the negative combination—Messrs. W. A. Young and H. S. Brown—triumphantly established that Compulsory Military Training was a dangerous hoax. This double victory is the cross LaGuerre for Union, Howard, Lincoln and Shaw have succeeded time after time to mightier masters of argumentation from the red and steel machines. Last year Wil伯force succeeded in tying her Virginian adversary, but the last debates complete victory for the Richmond boys sends Union over the top in intercollegiate debates. Union for years has been recognized as king of the dobating world by virtue of her many victories over the leading colleges. Her silver tongued orators are the peer of any turned out from the foremost Universities and Colleges. Subscribe to The Richmond Planet. ```markdown ``` --- THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S FASHION SHOW e as much of an attraction in the Bo's parisienne themselves. These men, many India, have shown marked courage and Announcement. Mrs. Ella O. Waller wishes to numbrouce to her friends that she is now with E. C. Moyer Jewelry Co. 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Frotherburyburg Account, Week 1.45 PM, Ar. 8.5 AM. Aslahand Account, week day. Frotherburyburg Account, Week 8.75 AM, 8.50 PM, Ar. 6.30 AM, 8.50 PM # Baggage and baggage not open on this train Main St. Sta. Hybrid St. Sta. snapping at Elkau NORFOLK & WESTERN. ONLY ALL-RAIL LINK TO NORFOLK. BAYPORT PUBLIC STREET STATION, RICHMOND. FOR LORGHTON, M. P.; 4:58 P. M. FOR LORGHTON, B. M.; 4:58 P. M. FOR LORGHTON, B. M.; 4:58 P. M. ARRIVE RIOMONT—From Norfolk; 11:10 A. M.; 4:45 P. M. From the West; 7:35 A. M.; 4:45 P. M. From the West; 7:35 P. M.; 1:39 P. M.; 8:15 P. M. Daily Office, 833 E. Main St., Phoebe, Md., 467 ATLANTIC COAST LINE THE STANDARD RAILROAD OF THE SOUTH Meetive February 11, 1918 TRAINS LEAVE MEXICO AND DAILY—For Florida and 8:30 a.m. 1:30 A.M. and 6:15 a.m. 12:45 A.M. For Norfolk: 8:55 A M, 8:00 A M, 8:10 A M, P. 8:25 A M, 8:35 A M, FOR N. W. R. W. West: 9:00 A M, 8:00 P M, M. 8:38 P M, For Peterburg: 13:45 A M, 8:00 A M, 8:20 A M, P. 8:35 A M, 8:25 A M, 8:39 A M, 8:00 P M, P. 8:40 A M, 8:45 A M, 8:58 P M, 8:15 P M, M. 8:35 P M, For Goldsboro and Fayetteville: *4:00 P M, For SARVIE RIGNON DAILY: -6:00 A M, M. 6:45 A M, 8:10 A M, 8:25 A M, M. 11:10 A M, *8:10 P M, *8:25 P M, 0:00 P M, 6:45 P M, 7:45 P M, 8:15 P M, Time of arrival and departure and connections not guaranteed. THE SOUTHERN SERVES THE SOUTH TRAIN LEAGUE BRYMUND-MADISON (N. B.—Following schedule figures published in information and not guaranteed). 6:30 A. M.—Bally—Local for Danville. D.C. City, Maryland. Controlled. For all petals South. Tailworm. Pather carr. For carr. 8:00 P. M. Baltimore and Baltimore state City, Buffalo Island, and Erie. State stat. 8:58 P. M. D.C. City, Baltimore. Atlantic Ermingham with Polkian observation thru- ling ear. 11:15 P. M. - Daily - Limited - For all South. M. - Daily - Limited - For all P. M. YORK MVER LINE 4:16 P. M. Bally—Local to West Point. 5:10 M. Bally—Training train daily except for 5:10 M. Bally—Local to West Point. 7:88 A. M. Bally—Local to West Point. TRACES AMERICAN AIRLINES From M. South: 7:88 A. M. 8:16 A. M. 8:50 P. M. at 8:50 P. M. daily; 8:40 A. M. except Sunday. 007 East Main Street Phone Mallinson 70 23 North Seventh Street CHESAPEAKE & OHIO. Cinninnati, Loville & West, *"1:50 p.", *"0:20 p* Main Lina Local, *"8:39 p.", *"0:615 p." James River Liae, *"10:00 p.", *"0:515 p." Old Fost, *"8:29 p.", *"12:00 p.", *"4:00 p." Newport News, Local, *"7:000 a.", *"8:15 p." From Worcester, Newport, *"8:39 p.", *"0:615 p." From Worcester, Local, *"10:10 a.", *"1:40 p.", *"0:40 p." Newport News, Local, *"0:88 a.", *"0:605 p." From West: *"8:10 a.", *"8:40 p.", *"10:18 p." James, Local, *"7:25 p.", *"0:25 a.", *"8:10 p." James, Local, *"0:25 a.", *"8:10 p." Daily, *"0:25 a.", *"8:10 p." SEABOARD AIR LINE THE PROGRESSIVE BAM WAY OF THE COUNTY Trains leave daily: 9 A. M., Kewdham, August 1920 P. M., Stevenson Atlanta and Seminole; 9:18 P. M., Atlanta Okeechobee; 11:03 F. M. allegro Jesuitus; 8:18 A. M. Themes active 8:18 A. M., 8:18 A. M., 8:18 B. M., 8:18 F. M., 9:18 A. M. THREE $ ```markdown ``` --- --- --- HEY PACET Published every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr., at 511 N. 41n Street, Richmond, Virginia. JOHN MITCHELL, JR., EDITOR All communications intended for publication should be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. Interior at the Post Office at Richmond Virginia as second-class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. ONE YEAR ..... $1.50 SIX MONTHS ..... 80 THREE MONTHS ..... 40 FOREIGN SUBSCRIPTIONS ..... $2.00 The outlook is bright for this country, but the outlook is dark for some people in this country. This is an age of arrant hypocrisy, closely resembling conditions akin to those existing at the time of Christ. We shall all reach heaven one of these days, if we all strive earnestly to get there. is not encouraging to the Allies. Their only hope is to hold out and prove faithful unto the end. The War Department is sending men to France. If men are all that is needed to win the war, the war will be won on schedule, time. Colored men are leading the world in riveting and colored men are making a reputation for themselves on the front in France. By the time, the war is over, colored folks will have come unto their own again. Now, they are after the Police Department in this city. --- Teach your children good manners, colored folks. From the action of some of them around about here, some of them badly need this kind of instruction. Yes, the declaration that this is a world of trouble, and of trials and of bereavements applies to everyday happenings. --- The liquor question is still before the people of this community. When jail punishment was decided upon for a man who might have two quarts of liquor in his possession and no punishment is provided for a man, who may have one quart, the law he came not only absurd, but ridiculous. These are make shift arrangements which will "break down" in a brief period of time and the hypocrisy of the whole business will come to the service. God reigns and great principles are immutable although many men fear to speak the truth and spare not. COLORED WOMEN MARRIED OR SINGLE WANTED AT ONCE BY THE Du Pont Company AT HOPEWELL, VIRGINIA LIGHT LABOR—10 hours a day, pay for 11, $2.75 Per Day. WAITRESSES—Must be able to read and write—$35.00 Per Month. Board Furnished Free. Largest Colored Y. M. C. A. in the Country. Excellent living conditions and recreational opportunities. Don't write—Come ready for work. Transportation refunded after you have worked thirty days. WANTED—A Good, Fast, All-around PRINTER wanted at once. THE NEW CENTURY PUBLISHING CO., 500 Queen street, Norfolk, Va COLORED PEOPLE'S (Continued From First Page.) rate columns, the latter having its advanced base at Eseka, and the British column advancing on a parallel line. Necessary repairs to the lines of communication having been carried out, the army advanced on Wum Blagas, which was captured on the 9th of October after a lively action in which the Niger an Gold Coast Regiments greatly distinguished themselves. FLANKING COLUMNS UNITE From Wum Biagas touch was effected by flanking columns, with the French who occupied a posit on half way between Edea and railroad (Eseka) on the 25th day of October. On the 30th of the month Eseka was captured, with a large quantity of rolling stock, which formed a welcome addition to the supply of engines and wagons. By the 23rd of November the bush track from Edea to Wum Biagas had been converted into a good motor road, though railway communication had been nearly completed between Duala and Eseka and 7000 carriers were employed on such sections of the communications as were still unfit for motor or rail traffic. THE PLAN OF ADVANCE It was decided that the British column should advance via Dschang Mangas, and the French via Kribi. The advance of both columns was generally conducted by a main column with two wings moving on as wide a front as possible. Every step was heavily disputed but the troops from Northern Nigeria swept aside all resistance, and Ngung was reached on the 30th of the month. On the 7th of December the advance on Dschang Mangas was resumed, and ten days later it was captured. In the meantime the French column had been steadily fighting its way through very difficult country, and on the 21st of December entered Mangales, where it halted for rest and to establish a supply depot. DESLODGING ENEMY GARRISONS In the northern part of the country General Cunliffe had been actively engaged in dislodging the enemy garrison scattered a long the Nigerian frontier. On the 23rd of July a company from General Cunliffe's force at Ngaundere occupied a town called Tingere. A counter attack by a stronger German force was checked and the cheek was turned into a rout by a native non-commissioned officer who led his section from their trenches in a bayonet charge. Gashaka, situated in most difficult mountainous country was captured by another company after a turning movement lasting twelve hours, involving the crossing of numerous rivers. A hill, two miles East of Gashaka having been seized the garrison fled on the 13th of August, leaving everything behind. (TO BE CONTINUED.) FOR SALE! Accuracy in Statements, Under all Streamances, TO BUYER TO SELLER, TO BORROWER, TO LENDER. If you are thinking of buying a home, see us and save money. We save lots of them for sale. HRAGG BROS. & CO. 506 N. Second Street. CAMP LEE EVENTS Richmond's Regimental Mother and Sisters V.A.S.T. Petersburg Mothers Render Great Mother's Day Program. Great was the rejoicing in Camp Lee when their Regimental Mothers Mrs. Ora Brown Stokes and their Regimental Sisters Mrs. Ed. Carlee, Misses Booker, Statt, Mays Elliot, Childs Conley and Taylor came among them Saturday enriched the glories of Spring. After the real soldier's mess was cut at the 45th company's hall, Mrs. Carlee and Misses N. Taylor, Conley and Elliot visited the western end where another division of their regimental brothers were located. Their visit was a great event to the soldiers. To the auditorium filled with both white and colored soldiers the Regimental Mother gave a message filled with patriotism and encouragement. Never had Mrs. Stokes spoken more directly to the hearts of an audience. It charmed, thrilled and inspired. Miss Mays sang lyrics of many moods. One shouting multitude responded to her every effort. Altho she sang on three d'orchestras Miss Mays always enchanted and never rendered as much melody as her heroes earnestly demanded. In many ways the soldiers tried to prove themselves grateful for the visit so helpfully paid to them. MOTHERS DAY CELEBRATION At 2:30 P. M. sharp Sunday, Mrs. Erwin the Chairman of the Community War Work Committee among colored people led more than a dozen noble women of Petersburg to the platform n. Y. W. C. A. Hut No. 3 Srs. Shields acted as Mistress Ceremonies under her fine leadership an unsur- passed program was renounced as follows: Music "There's Sunshine in my soul today" Congregation; Prayer A Peters burg Murg; Quartet, Petersburg Maidens; Address, Mr. T. R. Joran dan. General Secretary of Army Y. M. C. A. Camp Lee, Va.; Music con- gregation; Reading "Mother's-Undy Love" Mrs. Fannie Davis; Essay Mrs. S. A. Brown; Chorus led by Misses Ursula Clark and Mary E. Geoffery; Essay, Mrs. Rosebud Jones; Reading Somebody's Mother Miss Sharpe; Vocal Solo, Meet Moth er in the Skies, Mrs. J. B. Brown; Address "The Soldier's Mother" Mrs. Ida R. Harris; Vocal Solo "Tell Mother" I'll Be There" Mrs. U. Clark. Many eyes were filled with tears over the many touching tributes paid to mother by the participants in a marked way the soldiers white and colored responded to the program. By a motion Mrs. Harris was made Reg. Mother of Petersburg. THE RICHMOND PLANKEY, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA ROANOKE NEWS ROANOKE, YA., May 21. — Joseph H. Douglass, the famous violinist and grandson of the Illustrious Frederick Douglass, gave a recital to a large and appreciative audience at the First Baptist Church, Thursday, May 16th. The "Prayer at a Georgia Camp Meeting" and the imitation of the canary bird were most realistic and gave a vivid idea to the possibilities of the violin under the skillful and trained hands of the artist. After the recital the chair of the church and a few invited guests repaired to the parsonage where a most elaborate reception was tendered the chair by the church, in appreciation of the invaluable services rendered by the choir during these years. Mr. Douglass was the guest of honor. Men's Dry will be celebrated at the First Baptist Church, Sunday, May 26th. The program will consist of male solos, duets, trios and quartets and a large male chorus supported by the Bible School Orchestra. The minister of the church will deliver a special sermon to men at the morning hour of worship. Rev. Dr. W. C. Campbell, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, one of the most profound and pleasing speakers in the State of Virginia, will address the meeting at three o'clock P. M. and the evening program, which will be rendered at eight P. M. will consist of brief talks and other interesting and instructive features. All are most cordially invited to be present and the man are requested to give one dollar in the offering. Many of the ladies of the various churches of the city assisted the ladies of Mt. Zon A. M. E. Church in making the Mother's Day services a grand success. Miss Lucy Addison, principal of the Harrison Avenue public school made a very appropriate talk on the needs of the war, which was highly pleasing. There is no other woman in Roanoke who can bind an audience to the trend of their arguments as can Miss Addison. Mrs. Hackley rendered a very fine paper, which was quite inspiring. The officers were Mrs. N. B. Taylor, president; Miss Eunice Miller, chairman program committee; Mrs. Lucy Pittman, chairman decoration committee; Mrs. Charlotte Penn, chairman publicity committee; Mrs. Henrietta Dabney, secretary. The amount raised was $115.28. Exercises were patriotic and solemn. Stirring and earnest working women under the leadership of the president, anxious to do for church and boy at the front. Mrs. William Means, corner Park and Seventh avenues, N. W. is confined to her home very ill. Mr. C. J. McJimpssey, who has been sick in New York the past month is home in this city convalescing. Skipper McJimpssey is an assistant steward on one of the big transport ships. Miss Fostine Taylor left last week to jo'n her husband, Mr. Henry Medritt, of Norfolk, Va., where they will reside in the future. We wish them much success. Mr. Herman (Brock) Stoptoo, of Camp Sherman and one of Roanoko's proud sons, has been promoted to sergeant in the engineering corps at Camp Sherman. Mr. W. W. Roukq returned to the city after a visit to Charleston, W. Va. and Winston-Salem, N. C. For first-class service three times a day go to the Elite Cafo, 439 Gains boro avenue. Miss Emma Williams left for New York and Atlantic City, where she will sound a month. Mr. Frank McCoy, an inspector of the largest Negro insurance company in the world, North Carolina Mutual and Provident, was in town this week. He was formerly a Rounoker, Mr. George Micken, of Washington, D. C. was in the city this week visiting his relations. Walter T. Grimes returned from a visit to Westerly, W, Va., where he spent fifteen days. Mr. and Mrs. Rafus Muse left for Atlantic City, N. J., where they will spend a month. Mr. and Mrs. C. M. Gray are the guests of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Garland Marbles, 364 Wells avenue, N. W. Mr. and Mrs. Gray are living in Winchester, Ky. Mrs. Agnes Marsh, of 219 Wells avenue, wishes to thank the many friends and members for the r kindness during the illness and death of Mrs. Mary Jones. Miss Henrietta Moyer of 544 Seventh avenue, N. W., who has been very ill for several weeks is much improved at this writing, for which her many friends are delighted to learn. Mrs. Alice Gilbert, of 111 Sixth avenue, N. W., left last Friday evening, May 17 for an extended trip to Chicago to spend some months with her only daughter, Mrs. Florence Gaskins, who lives at 3800 Rhodes avenue. Mrs. Gilbert left very joyful and her many friends hope for her a very pleasant vacation, while in the great Western city with her daughter Mrs. Fannie Joplin, of 609 Sixth avenue, N. W. left the city about five weeks ago for Wileo, W. Va., where her husband has been working about three months. Mrs. Joplin is home again looking after her gardening, which is very needful. She is looking very well and will be in the city for an indefinite period. Mr. J. Hermann Jefferson, 11 Lynchburg avenue, N. E. has been exempted from the army service at Camp Jackson, Columbia, S. C. Mrs. Alice G. Jefferson, of the above address is visiting friends and reht ves in Bedford City county, Va. Goodes, Va. for the past three weeks. It is very evident she is having a fine trip. Mr. L. A. Bartee who has been much indisposed is very much improved at this writing. Her many friends are delighted to learn of her improved condition under the efficient care of Dr. L. C. Downing and Dr. J. H. Roberts. Mrs. Armstead Washington, 304 N.W. who has been much indsposed is reported improving Mrs. Louisa Burton, of 326 Fourth avenue, N. W, returned home Saturday, May 19 from a ten days trip to Huntington, W. Va., where she was called to the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Mattie Black, whose home was destroyed by fire Saturday, May 5. One child, the oldest, was burned to death and the daughter seriously burned. Mrs. Black was painfully burned and Rey. Black sustained cuts $ 100 PANTS MADE TO MEASURE 1,100, not even too, not one cen cost to hire, no extra charges No extra charge for fancy, swell styles, no extra charge for extra big, extreme size, no extra charge for extra big, belt loops, no extra charge for any thing, all FREE. Before you take an other order, before you buy a suit or a dress, before you buy a dress, offer. Agents of other tailoring houses please write, we have a new deal that would be perfect for you to answer this, every boy in long pants, every man, everywhere. No matter what you want, we can send you a matter or postal and say, Send Me Your New Free Offer' the big, new different tailoring deal. Cots nothing at all. Writes today, this minute. Address: KNICKERBOCKER TAILORING CO. DEPT. 718 CHICAGO, IL on his hands in breaking open the window of their sleeping apartment. Those who survived are being treated in Dr. Barnett's Hospital, Mrs. Brone, of Norfolk returned home Sunday night, having been with Mrs. Burton since the death of her little son. Mr. A. E. Hylton, of Keystone, W. Va, and two children are visiting his father, Mr. F. P. Hylton, 631 Eighth avenue, N. W. We wish them a very pleasant time while in the city. The funeral of Mr. Philip Ragsdale, who died Monday evening, May 14, took place Thursday evening at two o'clock from the First Baptist Church. Mr. Ragsdale was born in Halifax county, Va. about fifty-three years ago. He leaves to mourn their loss, two brothers, two sisters, two sons, two daughters and a host of friends and relatives to mourn their loss. There were several of the white friends of Mrs. Ragsdale in attendance at the funeral. His foroman, Mr. Patterson, who spoke of the chaste life of Mr. Ragsdale in a few words. Brother Ragsdale gave all who inquired of him as to his hope of Heaven and he gave all to understand all was well and had been fixed long years ago. Rev. E. E. Ricks very beautifully portrayed the life of the deceased. Miss Lucy Stratton sang a solo by request of the family, "Loved Ones Waiting for Me," which was most befitting the polite funeral director, Mr. C. C. Williams had charge of the funeral. The Order of St. Luke was out in full. The beautiful black casket was covered with numerous wreaths. The remains were interred in Midway Cemetery. OBITUARY. This is to certify that Mr. Alfred Penn calmly fel, asleep in Jesus, May 12, 1918 at the age of fifty-three years, eight months and twelve days, he was born in Bedford county, Va. August 31, 1864. He came to Roanoke about twenty-five years ago and since then has made this city his home. He was an employee of the Norfolk and Western Company ever since locating in Roanoke. He was a faithful member of the High Street Baptist Church for 22 years, a deacon of the church for the past three years. He served as superintendent of the Sabbath School for a number of years and also as a member of the choir. In all church work he was faithful, doing what he could, cheerfully and willingly. He was married to Miss Mary Martin, of Bedford county, 24 years ago, since which time they have lived together a devoted husband and wife. He was slick for several weeks, but through all, he bore his sickness with patience and Christian fortitude, trusting in God to do his will. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife, and adopted daughter, three sisters, three brothers and a host of relatives and friends. Husband, thou hast gone and left us, Gone to thy eternal home. Gone to that celestial city Where we do not weep nor mourn. The loss is bitter, the pain severe. To part with one we love so dear. The trial is hard, we'll not complain but trust in God to meet again. I thank the many members and friends for their kindness during the illness and death of my husband, Alfred Penn. —Mrs. Mary M. Peau. WINCHESTER NEWS Winchester, Va., May 20.—Mr. Robert Mitchell, of East Pall Mall street, has gone to Parkersburg, W. Va. Mrs. Bertha Williams has returned to her home in Washington, D. C. Rev. J. A. Reid preached the annual thanksgiving sermon to a crowd of house of the G. U. O. of Odd Fellows and the House Hold of Ruth on Sunday night. The Doctor was at his best and the crowd was well pleased. The collection was $34.14. The Old Fellows are greatly enlarging their ranks. At the regular meeting of the Knights of Pythias Sir Mayhew B. Cooke was elected to represent the lodge at the Grand Session to be held in Danville in June. Mrs. Fannie Clarke has returned to her home in Baltimore, Md. Mrs. Amanda Burrell and daughter Mrs. William Wilkerson have returned to the r home on East Pall Mall street, after spending the Winter in Baltimore, Md. Mrs. E. Virginia Smith, of Hotel Jack, has nurtured a large service flag in honor of the six young men who are with the colors. We hope other hotels will follow suit. Rev. and Mrs. W. P, Fisher and Mr. Will am Giles Good were in Luray, Va. on Sunday attending quarterly meeting. A good many of our people motored to Millwood on Sunday to attend a large baptizing at the Giffield Baptist Church, Rev. Allan Williams, pastor. Miss Rosa Harmon, secretary of the Young Ladies Knitting Club is in receipt of a letter from Mr. Samuel Ewing Bannister, thanking the members for their liberal donation of articles of comforts, such as sweaters, pulse warmers, etc., for the soldiers in camp. Our young ladies should be highly complimented for their work. Mr. C. C. Triplett has been elected President of the Waiters' Social Club They hold a reception in Martinsburg W. Va. last week and everybody had an enjoyable time. Mr. Harvey Mitchell is secretary and Mr. Ellijah Hogan, treasurer. Mrs. Roreric is visiting Mrs. Emma Morris and Lucy Bowles on South 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 Deat & Claims, NINETY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($90,000). The Juvenile Department Charity Fund pays TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS (+25.00) at the death of the members. Our Home Office Building at the N.W. Corner Sixth and Duval Streets, worth EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS ($8,000) all paid for. ALL DEATH CLAIMS PAID PROMPTILY. 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, 1202-1318 Street, Lynchburg, Virginia. J. W. THOMPSON, Grand Secretary and Manager, N. W. Cor 6th & Duval Sts, Richmond, Virginia. --- TO CARRY FORWARD THE WORK OF TEMPERANCE REFORM in such a manner that all may receive and enjoy its healing influences. To secure sympathy and 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 Fatharless in the hour of their afflictions, and bury the dead of our Order, and generally in love to spread the principles of true Charity in the hearts of members, thereby creating fountains of Purity and Truth from which shall flow perennial streams of comfort to the afflicted, and blessing to all. OURS IS A SECRET ORDER. But so far from being objectionable, we claim it a merit. In whatever light opponents may choose to regard our enterprise, we at least entertain no WHI. THE ENDOWMENT DEPARTMENT Since 1901 we have paid in Death & Cement Charity Fund pays TWENTY-I Building at the N W. Corner Sixth for. ALL DEATH CLAIMS PAID THE SUBORDINATE LODGES FEE IS IN THE REACH OF ALL C. F. HUBBARD, J. W. THOMPSON, Grand Secretary Market street, Mrs. Rorler is from Roanoke, Va. Mothers' Day was held at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Sunday to an appreciative audience. Please pay for your Planet. bake pay for your Planet. Mrs. Mary Jury Louisa Brooks Mitchell was remembroned from her home on East Pall Mall street to the Memorial Hospital on Monday, where she underwent an operation. Mrs. Charles E. Lewis is opening a few weeks with Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Lewis, in Fredericksburg, Va. Philosophy by Mr. Larry Turner: There is profit in making dry things clean—take the laundry things clean, close the latrine. A mule may kick but it gets him nothing but a clubbing. Even a crooked road leads somewhere. Summer rules for a season, but so does Winter. The little dirt on the enemy there don't hurt. "Is it cooked?" asked the man who has been hit with a brick. DANVILLE NEWS Davie Ile, Va., May 21.—Mr. Joseph H. Douglass, the violinist, appeared at the Westmoreland High School last Wednesday evening, under the auspices of the Trinity Baptist Sunday School. He was accompanied by Mr. James Gunn, a member of the senior class of the Industrial High School. The Red Cross parade Sunday evening was the largest, says some, in the history of the city. Many of the orders of both races were in the line of march. The Red Cross Auxiliary was out in full in uniform style. Bufford's Band led the citizens of color. Mrs. U. G. Russell, Cleveland street who sometime ago underwent an operation in the General Hospital, is home now. She is doing fine. Mrs. Millie Wilson is much improved at this writing. Miss Hattie Bennett was called to Pittsburgh, Pa. on account of the illness of her sister, Mrs. Lizzie Terry, Mrs. Essie Donoho left Thursday for Washington, D. C. The Civic Improvement League will meet at the residence of Mrs. Eliza West Motley on Monroe street, May 24. All members are asked to be present. Mrs. Amanda Luck spent two days in Washington, D. C. visiting her son, Mr. B. J. Watkins spent Sunday in the city with his family. RONCEVERTE NEWS (Oliver M. Green) The St. Lukes had their thanksgiving sermon at the Mount Zion M. E. Church Sunday and an excellent and opulent program was rendered by the Juveniles. A beautiful solo was sung by Mrs. A. L. Brown and an excellent paper was read by Miss August ne Patterson. Mrs. Hattie Pyre was mistress of ceremonies. Mr. and Mrs. Sam Manson have moved to their new home on Lewisburg avenue. After spending a few days at home Misses François Marshall and Christine Patterson have returned to Charleston, W. Va. Mr. Sandy Hollands is still ill at his home on Ma'n street. Miss Maves Liggins is spending a few days with her sister and other relatives. Business visitors in our city were Mr. James Tates and Mrs. Edry, Mr. James Allen and Mr. Williams, of Sweet Springs. FULTON NOTES. Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church—At 9:30 A. M. the Sunday School was good. The school is graded and is doing a great work for the Master. Rev. Brown, the pastor, has returned from his trip to Covington, Va. as a new man. At 11:30 A. M. he preached one of the best sermons we ever heard him deliver. All of the church was enthused. The Spirit of Christ was felt. Brother Walter Johnson is forging ahead with the B. Y. P. U. every Sunday at 6-7 P. M. All are invited. The funeral of Mrs. Maria Reed, who died on the 17th was preached from her daughter's residence, 800 Center street. Mt. Calvary Baptist Church—At 9:30 A. M. Sunday School was very good. Brother George L. Branch of the Ebenezer Sunday School was present and made some very enoug --- COME AND SEE WHAT THE ORDER IS DOING IN VIRGINIA THE 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 and Duval Streets, worth EIGHT THO PROMPTLY. Pay Weekly Sick Benefits from $1.50 Grand Chief, 1202—13th Street, I and Manager, N. W. Cor, 6th & Duval S aging remarks in his speech to the school. On the 16th Brother E. L. Williams of the Sunday School gave the children a nice reception. 11:30 A. M., Rev. J. H. Fauntferoy of the First Baptist preached. He attired the audience. Rev. William Harris, the pastor is sick. Call, dear friends and see him. He has been sick four or two weeks with Rheumatism. On the 26th at 3:30 P. M. the J. P. B. Class will give a sacred concert. Come friends and make the services good. Union Level Baptist Church—At 9:30 the Sunday School was good, the officers seem to be alert. At 11:30 the pastor preached a good sermon. At 4:00 P. M. they seemed to have reached the spiritual climax, for the greatest enthusiasm prevailed REV. SKIPWITH CONDUCTS A GREAT REVIVAL AT WHITE PLAINS. N. Y. Bethel Baptist Church, White Pains, N. Y., Rev. J. G. Williamson, Pastor.—We are now within our great revival. It is the greatest. It has been ours to witness since we have been in these parts, being a union meeting. The Rev. Dr. Skip- with, the international singing evangelist is preaching with power, its effect can be both felt and seen—sinner们 are being converted in large numbers, backsliders reclaimed as well as the weak Christians are strengthened, stimulated and helped, in fact, no one, said or sinner, can be in these meetings and not be helped. All have been greatly benefited, the whole city has been helped both spiritually and morally. So mighty has the power and influence of the Holy Ghost not only Christians of color gave outward demonstrations of their love for God and faith in God, but white people did likewise. Before these meetings close we hope to make White Plains white. Our battle cry is, "White Pains For Christ" now, we have prayed that our wishes may be granted and we have faith in him who said, "Ask anything in My name and My Father will grant it." Then, therefore, we are looking for and expecting the answer. The Doctor is not only preaching with great power and telling effect, but he is singing as only he can. Never in our lives have we seen or heard one like him. All of the city is singing even those of us who never dreamed we could or ever would, are singing now with far cry pleasing voices. God bless this, our brother, and ever keep him to do just this kind of work, for if there is anything a being called, and I believe there is, this in his specific calling and well can he measure up to it. The brethren are responding beautifully and faithfully to the call for union. The Reverends Coles, Griffin, Quinn and the rest are on the job working hard for the salvation of souls. We hope to ever have this cooperation for the salvation of our city. Our faithful and good members are doing their duty, working as they know how to work and like they love to work for God. They will be sorry when these meetings close. God bless them for it. The members of the various other churches have been very active, indeed. They shall have their reward. May God bless each of us. The Widow's May Queen. This grand chair will be given at the Second Baptist church, Monday May 27, 1918 at 8:30 P. M. for Mission Benefit. Many prominent widows will play the leading roles. Widows with graces rare, Widows, with abundant care; Widows with love untold Will do their best to reach the goal." Being the first of its kind in the city the management of the "Thousand Dollar Rally Campaign" of which Mrs. Rosa E. Watson is General, Mrs. Ada F. Lewis Colonel, Miss Lila Cuvillay Sec.; Mrs. Sallio Nicholas Treasurer; Mrs. Pocahontas Mosly, Chaplain; is putting forth every effort to make this entertainment which is so full of mirth a success. If you are hunting an evening of pleasure be sure to be at the Second Baptist church. Monday night at 8:30 P. M. Admission. 10 counts. --- migwings as to its tendency. The Constitution and By-laws of our Order are in the roach of all who wish to examine them. There are also solemn admonitions inculcated in the Lodge room that do not reach the ear of any except those who are accounted worthy of membership. OUR MOTTO IS LOVE, PURITY AND TRUTH and upon these three pillars rest the structure of our Institution. We believe our Order is conducive to the welfare of both 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 restitude and sobriety. We hope you will decide to come with us in this onward march and we will do you good. COME AND SEE. VIRGINIA. ing policles for One Hundred Dollars ($90,000.) The Juvenile Depart- h of the members. Our Home Office USAND DOLLARS ($8,000) all paid to $3.00 per week. The JOINING Lynchburg, Virginia. Sts., Richmond, Va.—Phone, Mad. 6256 BIG MEET ON MEMORIAL DAY IN HOVEY PARK. The annual athletic meet and field day hold under the auspices of the Spartan Literary and Athletic Association will be staged in Hovey Park on May 30 Memorial Day. Because of the havoc played with athletes by the great war, the meet will be limited to public school scholars. Dunbary Moore, Baker, Buchanan; George Mas on and Navy Hill schools have entered teams to compete for the beautiful school trophy. The Gymnastic drills and basket ball throws in which both girls and boys will compete will be new and specacular. Much interest is also manifested in the baseball game between Moore and Dunbary schools. Director of Physical Education of the public school system, Mr. Leigh T. Jones will be in attendance to register the official scores these events are growing in interest each year and the indications are that Hovey Park on Memorial Day will present the appearance of a big picnic. Mr. J. M. Dahney Physical Director of the Spartans will manage the meet. Get in the swim. Save The Planet Coupons. Get a Prize. Others race ved them: you can do the same. FREE STYLE BOOK HAIR To Colored Women! We are the largest manufacturers of Colored Women's Hair. Our latest bookshop now styles in hair dressing sent free. Every colored woman should have one. We sell thousands of our hair and toilet articles. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back. Would you like the best solid Brass STRAIGHT EXING combs, with extra heavy back, fully sturmatized. With each comb we lamp amp FREE. Send money order on STAMP. MANY BACK IF NOT SATISFACTORY. See postpaid. POSTPAID 89c Hair sets, brushes, combs and toilet articles manufacturers' prices. Send two-cent stamp. Agents Wanted. Address as follows: HUMANIA HAIR COMPANY, 181-157 Park Row, New York City. DEPARTMENT D. $27.00 A WEEK WANTED—a shoemaker who can oper ate Goodyear and quick on Jack. Will pay $27.00 a week. MOONEY BROS., Wheeling, W. Va. 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 Harr s. Write. MRS. MARY GILLIAM PREAR. 6 Alma Place, Rochester, N. Y. WANTED Summer Boarders. Convenient location. For further information write or see, E. J. PERKINS, Pilsherville, Va. 2m WANTED-Expert Inotype operator. Apply Planet Office, 311 N. 4th St. Richmond, Va. Printer Wanted A permanent position for a reliable printer. Young man preferred. Must be good on commercial work and know something of cylinder press work. Address, Forum Publishing Co., 428 W. 5th St. Dayton Ohio. SANGERS 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. u THE ROGERS PEAT, REGMOND, VERGIMLA SSE IARISE LY CCPRCTAIAN IPR POSURE rence ge rr creer reenact a ommeemaeeremeerreee eae ee FIVE SSS EE eS a ERT a PEN TE t . B Ihe Third Liberty Loan Bor th \ QD He J cLUL{ ei Le ARAL e We subscribed our full quota of $21,500, and we are now enablea the citizen of limited means to own one of these obligations of NATIONAL GOVERNMENT. rrr a ae Ga RT er] ee ee ; cae ay ; ee Heelan Seb : ee Ee a8 a Rec ean che aE | ees. Le ier ie : & Po ee ri . Co oo 5 Geert Tame ee ee POETS NEN GS ese reel eer etn perce an adc se as RU lh lh Be |. : Era us . 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PT} ty a : Cail and let us teil bout the pl. Cail ald et us te YOu avou C@ Dial a ; z (iaterior view of the Mechanics Savings Bank.) Cail and let us tell you about the plan. The bonds pay 4# l-Al per cent. per annum. There is sothiagég better than a United States Bord. Fieh men only formerly were able to purchase them. Now t's the poor mans inninad. fuuy to-day. | a ee a Mechanics Savings Bank, : PRD y we hy, a 3rd and Cley Sts., Richmond, Va. Sele GUO Lg ar Mee aaa een Geet a ha aaah ss ANUS Lota ny aceuen aN gie ut tye Regret ou A ae teeta Much eg tuna LRN any San eles eat tis eee, seb ei io em ial Mee ae Mia Ls Sha Vaan tai Ga See dca try a tt ae Haas pean n wes aunt Mudevtarnt ae Ay ta gtna cNy goNist ae liana, Aa Caen Mela Mauer Dune pA Len SHA Uday Gicetsns whet ban lyme taal Nii sink Miele OL a Naira Ste poaidle cee MOE ee Nem an at NN SAM pln i Ssliama ar Suny asic TS Re A MMR ot tt as ME uN ME eI Guar eee EAL arid itis ia acon ease Sela ie 8IX BIG JUNE DRIVE FOR WAR SAVINGS Virginia Is Expected To Lay Foundation To Make Certain Quota Of $45,000,000 In Stamps By January 1. With the passing of the Third Liberty Loan drive to a glorious finish the great nation-wide War Savings Campaign again has a clear field, and in Virginia an intensive effort will be made in June to make certain that the Old Dominion will reach its goal of $45,000,000 invested in War Savings Stamps at the close of this year. The great wave of patriotic sentiment which swept the country from North to South and East to West is expected to engulf Virginians in its tide and carry them forward as earnest believers in the security of Uncle Sam's "baby bonds." Colonel Thomas B. McAdams, State Director in Charge of the War Savings Campaign, is now getting his city and county directors into line for the huge offensive next month. In all parts of the State a simultaneous effort will be made, and details of the plan will be made public through the local leaders. Virginia's schools have done splendidly in support of the work, but they are now at the close of their session, so it is not anticipated that the boys and girls will be able to participate in a further concerted effort until next fall. However, most of the patriotic youngsters have assured their teachers that they will not be idle during the vacation months but will continue their labors to help the boys in Europe. Why not organize a bunch of live young followers who will agree to put ten Thrift Cards with a stamp attached to each in his pocket every morning and sell them during the day. He stops a friend or a stranger and says, "Loan Uncle Sam a quarter," gets the quarter and hands over the stamp Card with the stamp attached. Try it yourself—it is simple. Any man who really wants to stand by the Government can start ten War Savers a day with very little trouble. ——w. s. s.—— The Virginia War Savings Committee is not going to overlook the summer resorts this season. Director J. T. McAllister, of Bath county, has announced that a booth for the sale of Thrift Stamps and War Savings Stamps has been opened at the War Springs Hotel. —w. s. 8— These are days of enlarged spheres of usefulness. Even the hen feels it. Formerly it was the hen's, chief business to lift the mortgage off the farm. Now many farmers' wives are using their egg money to buy War Savings Stamps. ---w. s. s--- Two thousand boys and girls of the John Marshall High School, at Richmond, participated in a Thrift Parade at the opening of "School Thrift Week." —W. S. S.— Has the War Savings habit caught you yet? —W. S. S.— SAVINGS SOCIETIES INCREASE. War Savings Societies are on the increase in Virginia, so it is quite natural to assume that the sale of War Savings and Thrift Stamps will increase. Once in a while it is found that some men and women are rather hard to persuade to join one of these societies, but once they are in, they are found to be the most enthusiastic savers in the society. Not all societies are organized in the same way—they are organised according to the communities of which their members are a part. In some sections of the State, the societies are so enthusiastic that they hold weekly meetings, and make full report of their progress for each seven days. In other communities, particularly the farming communities, meetings are not held oftener than once a month, because of the distances to the courthouse or wherever the meeting is to be held. Besides the aid to Uncle Sam in the purchase of Thrift and War Savings stamps, there is the benefit which accords to the purchasers of the stamps—the idea of saving and thrift which has never before been brought actively before many people of this country. The idea of thrift is an entirely new one to many Americans—they, for the most part, have never felt the necessity of being thrifty and therefore, have spent their money freely. Now is the time when the most carefree are going to feel what it means to be thrifty—in families where the wages have been small, necessity has made thrifty people—but now the free spenders are going to look at their pennies, quarters and dollars, several times before they invest them—and in nearly every case a portion of this, at least, will be invested in thrift stamps. Eventually all of it will exhacerquer, but he will have gained a member in his stay-at-home army, an army that will continue long after AGENTS. The Oriental Brown Shoo Shining Parlor, 1721 Arctic Avenue, Atl- tantic City, N. J. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. BEDFORD, VA. R. M. Hayden, 708 Peaks St. BELLE HAVEN, VA. Geo. L. Bailey, P. O. Box No. 8. ARCOLA, MISS. James Harvey, Box 136. Rev. R. Street. NISV P. Goodw J. E. S. Miss E Street. the present war is over. The fact that the children of today, most of whom belong to War Savings Societies, will be the men and women of the future, promises well for Uncle Sam's future—the thousands and hundreds of thousands of children who are saving bonies and nickels, now, will be saving them in $5 and $16 bills before many years. COLORED PEOPLE ARE HANGED BY CRIMINAL MOB. Bacteria enter the body through the skin. Woman Among the Largest Victims of Mob Violence in the United States of America. Valdosta Ga., May 19—Hayes Turner, colored and his wife Mary Turner implicated in the murder of Hamp on Smith Brooks County turner and towounding of its wife at the r home near Barney last Thursday night, have been langed by a citizens' posse, it was learned here late tonight. Two o her colored men Will Head and Will Thompson, also implicated in the murder were hanged last Friday night. Turner was lynched late last night at Okapico River in Brooks County. after it was learned that the plot to attack the Smiths was laid at Turner's home Mary Turner who is alleged to have had Smith's watch in her pos session when captured was hanged at Folsom's Bridge on Little River ear this afternoon reports said. Search is being made for Sidney Johnson who according to Mrs. Smith fired the shot that killed her husband, Mrs. Smith was shot in the shoulder, She was also said to have been ill treated by the men. It was said here that Turner and his wife, former ten ants of the Smith farm had recently quarreled with Smith over an account It is believed that this led to the attack. The parents of Sidney Johnson at legal assassin as well as his relatives have been brought here and placed in jail for safe keeping because of high feeling prevailing at Barney. The Man From Africa The Man From Africa With Remedies, moves from your path Conjure Bad Luck Troubles. Information Free. THOMAS SUPPLY COMPANY, Matoaak, West Virginia. AGENTS. George Edw. Marrigault, 30 S. Franklin St. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA ..... PITTSBURG, PA. J. C. Betts, 2017 Penn Ave. L. H. Walker, 2638 Wylie Ave. E. K. Thumm, 1400 Wylie Ave. WINCHESTER, VA. CITY. Thomas Page, 815 State St., John E. Davis, Jr., 407 N. 5th St., John Harris, 219 E. 15th St. Ed. C. Johnson, 117 E. Canaan St. Isaac T. D. Ross, A-404 E. Duval Street. Clarence Williams, 1411 Ross St. William H. Scott, 2218 E. Main St. N. Winston, 637 Brook Ave. FREDERICKSBURG, VA. Warren W. Lee. LOUISVILLE, KY. Jesse E. Brown, 400 S. 12th St. LEESBURG, VA. NORFOLK, VA. Mrs. John DeBona, 718 Queen St. WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W. VA. W. B. Smith, care of Bellman's Dept., The Greenbriar. DANVILLE, VA. Rev. J. R. Cooper, 244 W. Broad St. Harry A. Clarke, 117 Craghead St. BELLE HAVEN, VA. Henry J. Pitts, P. O. Box 18. SOUTH HILL, VA. T. E. Hudson. FARMVILLE, VA. Miss Martha R. Hilton, 612 Ely St. MULLING. S. C. Lee Edwards. SAN FRANCISCO, CAL. College News Co., P. O. Box 912. United News Agents, 908 Market Street. ROANOKE, VA. Madison Stannfield, 153 Wells Alley. URBANNA, VA. J. C. Boyd. BROOKLYN, N. Y. John S. Ashby, 212 Walworth St. BAKERSFIELD, CAL. Ralph Clark, P. O. Box 4. ASHLAND, VA. R. T. Jones. PORTSMOUTH, VA. Rev. R. G. Adams, 1698 Effingham Street. NEW YORK CITY, N. Y. P. Goodwin, 203 W. 63 St. J. E. Schmidt, 236 W. 25th St. Miss Bethor Hobbs, 225 E. 127th Street. WASHINGTON, D. C. Drury's 1911 7th St., N. W. T. W. Townsley, 1020 U St., N. W. CLEVELAND, OHIO. Frank H. Weaver, 2315 Central Ave. J. E. Branham, 4401 Central Ave. ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. Mrs. Meessinle Satohel, 27 N. Michigan Avenue, Atlantic City, N. J. Arthur A. Williams, 901 Baltic Ave. Rev. C. H. Harmon, 139 Mt. Vernon Street. NEWARK, N. J. New Jersey Observer Co., 271 Bank Street. LONG BRANOH, N. J. Jesse W. Shreaves, 239 Central Ave. ROCKY MOUNT, N. C. Mrs. L. V. Mebane, Box 705. PETERSBURG, VA. Charlotte P. Royal, Jr., 108 South Avonane. SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH. Mrs. Emma Van Patton, P. O. Box 1776. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Quaker City Adv. Co., 1221 Pine Street. Mrs. M. B. Petchel, 522 S. 15th St. PROVIDENCE, R. I. Douglas A. A. P. A., care of R. Purnell. STAUNTON, VA. J. H. Allen, 120 E. Augusta St. NEWPORT NEWS, VA. J. C. Allen, 2107 Marshall Ave. Ned McKlover, 726 21st St. FLORENCE, S. C. E. B. Webster. CHICAGO, ILL. W. Gaughan, 2036 State St. RONCEVERTE, W. VA Oliver M. Green, L. B. 563. PRIZES FOR EVERYBODY READ THE LIST and MAKE YOUR SELECTION NOW !! Now is the Time to Get Busy READ THE CONDITIONS AND START TO WORK NOW. PERSONS WHO BRING JOB WORK TO THIS OFFICE ARE ENTITLED TO COUPONS FOR EACH PENNY OF THE AMOUNT PAID. THOSE WHO SECURE SUBSCRIBERS FOR US WILL ALSO HAVE A CHANCE TO PROFIT THEREBY. SEND US THE ORDER NOW. FOR EVERY YEARLY SUBSCRIBER SENT US, YOU ARE ENTITLED TO $1.50 WORTH OF COUPONS. SEE THE LIST AND PICK OUT THE PRESENT. WE WILL SEND IT TO YOU BY PARCEL POST OR DELIVER IT TO YOU WHEN YOU CALL AT THE PLANET OFFICE. 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. Centre Piece. Fancy Apron. Half-dozen Glasses. $6.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Box Toilet Soap. Three Turkish Wash Clothes. Whisk Broom. Water Set—Four Glasses and Pitcher. Box of Handkerchiefs. Tool Chest. Granite Dish Pan. 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. Bottle of Perfume or Toilet Water. Pair Oriental Beads. Three Pairs Gentleman's Hose. Pair Shades. Door Mat. Half-dozen Knives and Forks. Half-dozen Spoons. Pocket Knife. Scarf Pin. Hat Pin. Bed Room Slippers. Serving Tray. Hair Ornament. Box of Best Chocolates. Half-dozen Photographs. Roaster. Flash Light. Toy Engine and Cars. One Year's Subscription to Richmond Planet. $60.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Shirt Waist. Umbrella. Scarf Pin. Leather Hand Bag. Pair Skates. Pair Ear-rings. Set Beauty Pins. Silver Card Tray. Rings with Birth Stone. Serge Skirt. Pajamas. Clothes Hamper. Ham. Twenty-five Pounds Sugar. Ham Boiler. Percolator. Chafin Dish. Smoking Set. Box Cigars. Carpenter's Tools. Lawn Tennis.Set. Croquet Set. Kid Gloves. Rocking Chair. Half-dozen Silver Spoons. Lace Bed Set. Webster's Dictionary. $90.00 WORTH OF COUPONS. Pair of Blankets. Pair of Shoes. Half Cord of Wood. Bath Robe. Georgette Crepe Waist. Signet Ring. Cameo Ring. Locket and Chain. Cut Glass Water Pitcher. 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. Hp oe fener tee ane ELST i a 5 Roane We mihene tial OP RY PEAa NY ACMI eh ARS Fo ae ee) Ss BGS oecate SN eae ie a Dreasinad a? omg eh Poa ae ae ‘ gages ag Grae . Sone SRB aas Se ee ee ye We. : oe iN< 8 dey Woe Ros 8 i eg rep y ae wes, AE SR 8 |e Mee i IL Skee) QUEEN OF HOLLAND. During the recent crisis between Holland and Germany the Queen has stood fast for the rights of her nioplo: aay Ape no UE RCNP Bi 2 y Bee Sate ele VEE ee hers cet ts ee HE Me cl abe ‘GARE NE sy BS UH nO ee Ree mre th eee yo Ret el Coe) patel | (Pas hie ayes SL eta Sy Ooo ee eS eee oe ite Ree ak Bsa WARE R SERS SESS Sie MIRAE FESS AES ek Ta ee eee poe Me ae As Le ay RES ARE IS IR ase TSS eRe ieee a Re aN ae bare) ee es Oe DRESSER PRO O60 COE CO Tat Rae SOR Og ALN SUT a SULTON, Hols tee GUL AERTS aS i AP OR ANE AN RES EES | Pennie ‘ Cat eae hat led ! } WHRVGRIW. VIRETGRIGIES FIUBONERE GRE German prisoners, members of the crew of the U-58, which was captured by the United States Destroyer Panning last’ November, arriving at Fort McPherson, Ga., for internment for the period of she */ Phey are the first Germans captured by our armed forces to arrive here. PE SESS SS ESTRUS Near eRe eo tna Rea RE ety ee NP SS oe . LUNE OTE CR | ee A A UA are Vi Oe bet ee a ee 7 aah. ay NY i va ie me Ug aa ey Bg beak ee ee TO A ice ears See ear. outenine eames WARE ee WR eam ee a ! A ‘ PR an WA } ee t oe Se : | gage, Sa i x ti * HEL AWIORDARD Oapnionenian ‘Phroe of y kind beat two kings, ‘The (humvirate to whieh the upholders of Lberty look to blast the Hun. Left to right: General John J. Pershing, Commander-in-Chief of the American forces. in France, General Ferdinand och, Generalissimo of the Allied Armies in France and leld Marshal Sir Douglas Haig, Commander-in-Chiet of the British Army, eee ‘To all Colored Churehes, bush civic, literary and fraternal soci and ‘organizations, greetings: ~ National Colored Iberty Congre cated to consider among ours yand lay bofore U, 8, Congress n jos by which President Wilson | the Government may best carry . {his great war slogan—“o make — {world safe for Democracy, to n Ithe world a fit place to’ live AT WASHINGTON, D.C. JUNE 24.) sna we would also add to. the 20--JUNE 23 TO BE LIBERTY [rg make Demoerney sate. for SUNDAY IN CHURCHES. {wortd, to make the world a fit p New York, May 11.—~To the Col ored Americans of the Republic of U. S.A. By virtue of the vote of the National Colored Liberty Confer. ence in national convention assembled al Boston, Mass. June 1, 1918, to wits “Tho aim and object of this Nation al Colored Liberty Congress is to press the just claim of the Colored American citizens of the United States of America to share in the world democracy for which they are subject to fight under the flag of the Republic, and to take positive meas. ures to secure from the Government guarantee of the pbolition of distran- chisoment and of all caste diserim- inations, civil and political,” . We now send forth this eall to our fellows in Color and in Proseription: Sy OW Ray SAN oa OS tt eae COREPR epee Ne MM PN coe SOP. | CSE ieee | BRS ES S| bP Spo ie Pre Og se be Se uP Was RAS | Se ie ee | es | ‘ \ ORs | poe 7 i Te “e er [atte Nae a | i Thaganeess : SR Paes, ‘ Bee ieee een Feary Eis gin “Re || IRR WE? EN ee Rae RAMEE: Lc Babee arn ‘Pe eas fou a) | Reanaeiny yy aI SIGNOR CAPRONI. Inventor of the remarkable Italian aitpane which is capable of carrying several tons of explosives for long distance flights, ‘Fo all Colored Churches, business, civic, literary and fraternal societies and ‘organizations, greetings: ‘he National Colored Iberty Congress is ca'led (o consider among. ourselves and lay bofore U.S, Congress meth- ods by which President Wilson and the Government may best earry out his great war slogan—“To make the world safe for Democracy, to make the world a fit place to’ live in,” And we would also add to them “To make Democracy safe for the world, to make the world a fit place for all people to live in.” We Know that the present contains the darkest hours of the world’s his- tory. ‘Tho earth is full of violence, pain and sorrow;—of bitterness and hate. Many people are ina state of perplexity; their hearts. are. failing, them with fear because of the evils which stalk abroad by night and by day. Our people are trying to hold fast their faith in God and in our xovernment. But to many God seems fo be far away and the government strangely indifferent. to the many wrongs ‘and injustices done to our people, And it ts cortam beyond question, that neither culture, religion, nor even our boasted Christian civiliza- Con has saved our nation from many deeds and traits of autocratic bat- barism. In the midst of much sut- fering ‘and prejudicial wrengs for centuries, we have been patient and ‘THE RIGHMOND PLANET, RIGHMOND, VIRGINIA loyai_ to our country, In all wars for independence and & united nat on we have marched and fought in the front. ranks. “When disaster clouded the Un- ion's cause, we volunteered 200,000 strong, and served without pay’ for eighteen months Ul given that of white troops, Faced threatened en. slifvement if captured; were brave n action, patient under heavy and dan serous labors and cheerful amid hard ships and privations. Surely we have given to the nation and the worid Undying proof that Americans of Af. rican “descent possess the pr de, courage and devotion of the patriot and soldier.” ‘That is the’ compli- ment paid the Colored soldiers at the close of the great Civil War, We are no less patriotic and loyal today; wo serve our country and its flag: we know no other. Representing as we do, more than one-tenth of the fighting strength of the U. $, we desire in Liberty Con- gress to be assembled, place and date as above aforesaid, to ask President Wilson and Congress at this lime to remove from the statutes of our Country all proseriptoin laws of race dseriminations of whatever kind, ‘that we may have at home, for our: selves, our wives, our children and our posterity, that whieh we are fight ing and dying in a strange land to secure for others, We are ready to fight to vietory for & world-wide democracy avhich offers equal opportunity and equal protec: ton, for every man, woman and child, Amereian citizens at home and beyond the seas. With this covenant we stand ready t pledge to the gov: cynment our fortunes, our lives, our wives and children, to the last dollar and the last man to win the war for world-wide democracy and to make the world a fit place for all people to tive an, Meet in John Wesley Zion Chureh, Fourth and Corcoran strect, N. W., Washington, D. C., June 24-29, 1918, A. Clayton Powell, New York, pres ident; Allen W. Whaley, Massachu- setts, national organizor;’ Marion I. Sydes, Rhode {sland, recording sec- rotary; D. S. Klugh, Massachusetts, treasurer; H. 1, Harrison, Now York ehairman of board; Mrs. S.J. Allen, Massachusetts, corresponding secre: tary; LG. Jordan, Pennsylvania, William) Monroe ‘Trotter, exceutive secretary. Executive Headquarters, 84 Corn. hill, Boston, Mass. WHATS §=_@ARR. pp Sie OG IO BO 2 agik TBR 3c SSS MARY JOHNSON'S HAIR Was Now te Loe and Fiotty She Used | NOAH'S HAIR DRESSING De teeter NS Seonty Befeaa eabonlewien Mewelactaned by SEVEN BADK ING SOU DAME eRe Sih Corre. SAE DERE sea RE people, who are averse to saving. It is sant ta ti sa hotter to let them suffer as the result of aarsewe neat. their folly. “It is always worth the effort set Bee ate thoush to educate the young up to the eh Bee toa thritt standard. ‘They may be induced to : Meese dony themselves corta:n necessities that Pa ae an they may save. Pee << Ocder persons will tell you that they Wo Ree ee kN not make enough to save. ‘This ery will RE AS es come from persons too, who receive as beeen): agai, much as one thousand dollars per year, RU ie ral ae 2) while the nowspaper carrier will show you RO tia ae ae money that has been saved out of meager Nes aaa) Ree carnings after many @ hard effort. Ree a a Saving is a habit just as speniling is a Bay) Nea ab hay habit. A person who will not pinch off a NX a) Ay penny or a mfekle from the market money PEs \ find put it away for the rainy day will not AA . save ono dollar out of a hundred If they \ 3 AN. are blesied with that amount, Our needs A and wants grow with our tnereased earn | , oN i ings and with tho kind ef people, who are | i A f our associates. ‘ MoS! E Fine clothing, the best eatables, eaten creases «hl with a gluttonous appetite and followed by Se i 8 wastefulness (hat is astounding will tend | CERO 4. 5 to lead us to the poor-house, even though | Bon anes a eacria Ae we should not reach there. | Pita Senuhonan neces poe Jousx Mrrenmus., Jr, =| Ch) Pee ee = President, Mechanics Savings Bank. ee ED Hee ooh ty NN Ny YY, < _ . Wy 7M i\ ii U, Y/, | I fe mI Ta MANET) Wa walle AWS L ne aa 385 LS eae ear @ —_ nei lr ammemecmmed eat MTA MTT YOTAIT R. V. DORSEY, 528N. Adams St., Richmond, Va. » HOUSE PAINTER and DECORATOR. ROOF PAINTING and ROOF REPAIR- ING A’SPECIALTY. 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Connect your thoughts with those above And be controlled below, Remember what your mother told you In years have passed before. Now will you let this linger long Within your heart I pray. Remember now the days gone by, What mother used to say. —By James W. Hannon Farmville News Farmville, Va., May 20.—Sunday at the First Baptist—Another Sabbath day's journey has been accomplished by the army of the Lord, in company with Christ, the Head of the Church. He led us through fields of spiritual prosperity and permitted us to pluck the golden grain with religious freedom and we were made to feel stronger thereby for another drive against the artillery of hell. The work of our church goes on with renewed vigor, and the people are working with a will and the Lord is blessing His Word to the people. Sunday was a great day with us. It was also a rally day. The men were against the women, testing who were the strongest financial powe in the church. The day opened with bright morning as the members and friends needed her church the men went to the right of the church leading their wives, sisters and sweethearts to occupy the left The pastor preached a powerful sermon from the theme, "Faith and Sacrifice." After the sermon the collection was taken up. Mrs. L, S. Wiley was the leader of the women, while Rev. Wiley led the men. Both sides rallied hard. Each anxious to win. The closing of the morning services found the men far ahead of the women but as evening came on, through the stirring efforts of Mrs. Carrie Jordan, the women were able to bring up new enforcement. As the women are always in the lead, it was not unexpected for them to be in the lead on this great day. The men succeeded in raising $50.56 while the women raised $60.48, making a total of $111.04 for the day's rally. In the afternoon at four o'clock it was a rare treat to all to listen to such a beautiful and well rendered program gotten through the efforts of Mrs. Carrie Jordan, assisted by her daughter, Anna. Both deserve much credit. The program consisted of the following: "All Hail the Power," choir; recitation, Miss Madeline Coles; instrumental solo, Miss C. K. Branch; song; "I Want to be Ready" double quartette, composed of Miss Anna Jordan Mrs. Mattie Branch, Mrs. Pearl Baker, Mrs. Daniel Brown, Messrs. A. W. Lancaster, A. W. Mosely, thomas Anderson and Bacasw; instrumental solo, Mrs. Helen Hughes; song, "Heaven," quartette; song, "Free at Last," quartette; paper, Miss Anna Jordan; duet, Misses Page and Jordan; solo, Mr. Bacasw. The afternoon was enjoyed by all. PROF. CONNOR SPEAKS The people of the city were attracted to the First Baptist Church, Sunday night to hear Professor Miles Washington Connor, of the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute. It was indeed warm but it had very little if any effect upon the people in keeping them away from the church when they heard that the Professor was to speak. He spoke upon the new drive for the Red Cross in raising the one hundred million dollars. He depicted in the clearest manner the need of the money, duty of American citizens and the Negro being among the truest Americans in all past struggles of our country, certainly he will not allow himself to be weighed and found wanting in any duty his country may assign him in this struggle against a foe whose resource are unknown to us. And in this district the Red Cross work will not be completed until the Negro shall have made his contribution, in money and time. There were some white citizens present who left the building surprised, enlightened and happy that they heard this unsurpassed address which thrilled every Negro heart with racial and national pride. The people are now clamoring for the professor to come and speak to us again on the 24th inst. CLOSING OF THE SCHOOL YEAR Rev. P. W. Price with his staff of teachers held the closing exercises of the public school at the First Baptist Church, Monday night, May 13. It was one of those affairs which told that the very best in both principal and teachers had been heavily taxed to present such a varied and brilliant program. Though it stormed, the church building was filled with nuxious parents and friends who watched and lusted with delight to a two hour program. Every pupil did his or her work in a very creditable manner. It was honor to the teachers and happiness to the parents. I noted carefully the work presented and then thought of the great disadvantages under which the teachers and pupils had to labor the results proved a marvel to me. Now with improved conditions for another year certainly their work must improve in proportion, hence I appeal to our white friends and especially those who are in authority on school matters to grant such improved conditions, i.e. after an investigation and we are found worthy. I pray they will see to it that we have a town school, a good building well equipped, a longer school term and better pay for our teachers. Then if we do not improve accordingly, just close the doors. Yours for the good of all. JACOB H. WILLEY. Pastor, First Baptist Church. The program consisted of the following: Opening chorus, American; Scripture reading, Rev. Wiley; prayer, Rev. A. Blund; welcome address, Mary Coleman; Dollies Song, First Grade; recitation, Georgia Brooks; Mother Goose Party, Second Grade; What They Would Like to Be, First Grade; dialogue, Rehearsal, Fourth Grade; The Home Guard, Third Grade; chorus, Summer is Here; dialogue, The Sick Doll, First Grade; song, Third Grade; recitation, Harker Hughes; dialogue, The Lost Knife, Fourth Grade; Jennie's Call, First Grade; pantomime, Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Grades; chorus, Vacation Time; floral drill; recitation, "Raise a Pig," Lizzie Evans; The Parasol and Rainy Daisies Exercises, Second Grade; The Visit of the Flowers, Third Grade; closing address, Bertha Hughes. At the end of the exercises the principal read the names of all pupils promoted. P. A. WARD'S REPORT. Mr. P. A. Ward makes the following report from Army Y. M. C. A.: Previously reported, $0.75. William Paige, John Allen, Miss Mary B. Branch, Charles Johnson, Harriet Bolding, Mary Pettis, Eddie Fears, $1.00 each, Tom Jeffries, $3.00; George W. Allen, $6.00, total $65.75. Mr. Anthony Austin, a faithful employee of the Farmville Mills, who woke the past month is convalescing. The barber shop conducted for fifty years by the late Henderson C. Vaughan will be continued by his son. Howard, who will use part of the building for a billiard hall. Last Wednesday night directly after the close of the weekly meeting of prayer, Miss Annie Robinson, the county supervisor, met a number of ladies to organize a canning club for the Summer months. All present joined and promised to do their bt in canning and conservation of the food stuff. Mrs. Annie Miller was elected president with Miss C. K. Branch as secretary. The club stands open for all persons wishing to join. Mr. Tom Bolling, who is working in Ranonoke spent the week's end here. The business of the Southern Aid Society is picking up a great deal. Rev. P. W. Price was called to Norfolk to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law, Mr. W. H. Robertson, on the fourth of May. He remained in that section until after the convening of the Virginia Baptist State Convention. During his trip he visited Rev. R. G. Adams, the former pastor of the First Baptist Church. He reports Rev. Adams as doing a great work in his new field. His loyal members seem much devoted to him. Both Rev. and Mrs. Adams are happy in their comfortable home and proud of the beautiful church of which he is pastor. The ladies of the town who have taken the American Red Cross Nurses Course under Dr. Mary E. Brydon of the State Normal School were happily surprised the past week on receiving their certificates issued at Washington, May S., 1918. The ladies of whom we speak are, Mrs. E, F. M. Danel; Mrs. Lucy Jeffress, Mrs. Helen Hughes, Mrs. Jennette Clark, Misses Jessie L. Cousins, Evelyn Hairston, Belle Jackson, Annie Hairston, Martha R. Hilton. We are hoping that these young ladies will do well in whatever they undertake, with their patriotic spirit of the Red Cross work. FELDEN GRADED SCHOOL The Felden Graded School closed on May 14. The school rendered a creditable program at the First New Wit Baptist Church. The program consisted of recitations and music, a so a beautiful May Queen by the second, third and fourth grades with little Mary Henderson as Queen of May. The small girls entertained the audience with a beautiful wreath drill. The program ended on the lawn, where the advanced girls danced around the may pole, Miss Jessie L. Cousin performed at the organ for the school. The school raised $6,00 for the war funds. The children and friends were served to ice cream and cake, which was furnished by the parents, after which they all went to their several homes, feeling as well as saying that they had seen one of the best programs given and giving all praise to their honorable teachers for their excellent program and success of the year. Miss Viola Cousin, principal and Laura Hudson, assistant wish to thank the parents for their kindness. Miss Willie Howard, of New York City is visiting Mrs. Ida Bolling, of Ely street. Mr. J. Norman Wallace, of Wooster, Ohio is in the city visiting his sister, Mrs. Helen Hughes, of Main street. FOR SALE! Accuracy in Statements, Under all Circumstances, TO BUYER, TO SELL ER, TO BORROWER, TO LENDER. If you are thinking of buying a home, see us and save money. We have lots of them for sale. HRAGG BROS. & CO. 500 N. Second Street. THE RICHMOND PLANET FLORENCE LETTER (E. B. Webster) FLORENCE, S. C., May 23.—At 11:45 the choir sang the opening at the Trinity Baptist Church, Dr. C. T.rayton, pastor, offered prayer and read the Scripture lesson. The pastor introduced Dr. S. N. Vass as a great Bible scholar, who would break the bread of Life. His text was from Ezekiel 10:16. The Dr. preached a great sermon. He condemned the action of the "sanitified" people in claiming that God had called them out from the church members, Dr. Vass was at his best and we feel satisfied in saying that all who heard his discourse were very much benefited. At the close of the Bible Institute at Trinity Baptist Church, on Friday P. M. the following resuscitation introduced by E. B. Webster, were read and unanimously adopted: In view of the fact that the Rev, Dr. S. N. Vass, General Missionary for the American Baptist Publication Society has for the past week conducted so ably and impressively a Bible Institute, instructing us in Bible truths and that we recognize in him one of the ablest Bible scholars of the twentieth century; therefore, he it resolved that we take this method of expressing our approval of his method of teaching he Scriptures and we feel that all who attended this Institute have had their spiritual strength renewed. Rev, and Mrs. J. B. Manchelo, of Cuba passed through the city recent, enroute to Cuba from New York, Mrs. Mancebo was formerly a Miss M. L. Deas of Charleston S. C. Mr. David Conner of Marlon attended the Morris College commencement. Corporal Thomas Brisbane of the U. S. Army is taking his furlough at his home in Charleston, S. C. Mr. C. Carr, of Saxton, S. C., after visiting friends here has returned to his home. He has been a successful farmer for more than eight years. He is assistant leader of his church and beloves in helping race enterprises. Mr. Jonas W. Thomas a successful business man and wealthy farmer of Bennettville, S. C. passed here enroute to Kingstree, S. C. to attend a County Food Conservation meeting. He is chairman of the counties of Marboro, Darlington, Florence, Marion, Dillon, Georgetown, Harry and Williamsburg on food conservation and the right man at that. Mr. Thomas is a race man and as de from business enterprises in his own town, Bennettville, he owns part interest in Hamlet, N. C. and other places. His income tax is $44 50. He bought $6200 worth of Liberty Bonds and is still with us. Mrs. Mamie McClaine and daughter, Myrtle, of Daytona, Fla. have gone to Boston, Mass. Mr. W. M. McGall, of Sanford, Fla. has gone to Philadelphia, Pa. Mr. Ed. Livingstone has left Philadelphia for his home in Mullins, S. C. Mr. Walter Johnson, of Dovesville, S. C. passed here enroute to Claussen S. C. to visit his father. He is quite a seasoned farmer, living at home and boarding at the same place. Also active in church work and race matters. Mr. Richard Johnson, of Claussen, his father, is a successful farmer. Mr. Herman Baker, of Dublin, Ga. passed here enroute to Philadelphia. Mrs. Malissa Brown visited her mother in Rochelle, N. C. and has returned to her home at St. Paul, S. C. Mr. Leo Cannon, of Palotka, Fla. passed here enroute to Philadelphia. He had his badge as usher of Bethel A. M. E. Church and is prominent in Mason's circles. Mr. W. P. Peterson, president of Joint Stock Lodge, No. 126, has gone to Timmonsville, S. C. to attend the great meeting. He is one of the most progressive farmers of Florence county, having been a farmer more than twenty years. He was married at Bishopsville, S. C. more than twenty years ago. He has six children, L. Norman, Hazel, Dora, Helen and Walter Peterson. Norman is at the State College at Orangeburg, S. C. Hazel is in Philadelphia. Mr. Bellamy Eaddy, president of Joint Stock Lodge, No. 441, at Poston, S. C. passed here enroute to the meeting at Timmonsville, S. C. He is a fine farmer. For more than twenty years he has succeeded as a farmer. He attended the public school at his home. Mr. Andrew Hayes, of Darlington, has gone to Pembroke, S. C. Mr. W. F. Addison, of Gainesville, Fla. has returned from the Win the War for Permanent Peace Convention at Philadelphia. He had credentials from the Governor, S. dney J. Calls, of Florida. Prof. Addison is from the Academy High School, at Gainesville, Fla. Mr. G. W. Baker, of Chester, S. C. went from there to Nichols, S. C. on business. He is quite a successful farmer and buys no meat nor bread, but produces it at home. Mr. John M. Ber, deacon of Trinity Baptist Church passed here enroute to Timmonsville to attend the Joint Stock Session. Mr. George W. Williams and Mrs. Janie Kelley were enroute to Timmonsville, to attend the Grand Session of the Joint Stock Society. Mrs. Kelley is president of infant clubs. Mr. Williams is president of Lodge, No. 24. Mr. D. M. Brown, of Pamplico, S. C. attended the session of the Joint Stock Society at Timmonsville. On Sunday P. M. Mr. J, C. Coming, of Elfgham, S. C. spent the day with us visiting the church in the morning. In the afternoon in company with Misses Leona Mae Webster Clemie Brown and Sarah Rhone and the agent for The Planet, an auto ride was had in his Ford. The first stop was made was at the home of Dr. Roberts, where we met the following ladies, Misses Laura V. Roberts, and others, after which we wended our way around the city to our joy. When we reached Dupree and Evans streets, I got out, then Mr. Comming went to the home of the Wallace's, where his children are. Mr. David B, Howard of submarine chaser No. 205 passed here enroute to Charleston, S. C. He enlisted in July, 1917. He is jolly. Miss Ellen Mareus, of Timmonsville S. C. passed here in company with Rev. W. M. Graham, enroute for home. Rev. S. M. DoBose, of Latta, S. C. passed here enroute from his church at Cheraw, S. C. Mr. Fred Taylor left the city re- cently for a visit to Timmonsville, S. C. Rev. R. Benjamin, pastor of New Hope A. M. E. Church passed here returning from his work. The Rev. enjoys reading Negro literature. Dr. R. G. Nelson, D. C. D. O., of Darlington, S. C. passed here enroute to Jacksonville, Fla. to see after fruit trees. Messrs. Rufus Dargan and brother, John Dargan spent Sunday in the city. Mr. Harry Dorsey, of Sumter, S. C. passed through here returning from a visit to his home. He is oler in the U. S. Navy, with a servo co of four years. He has traveled extensively, visiting Japan, China and other European countries. He is the picture of health. At this writing Mr. Oscar Rivers, for many years porter at the Central Hotel, is very ill. Miss Estell Wood, of Lugoff, S. C. is visiting her classmate, Miss Leona Mue Wolbster, N. Marlboro street. She is a graduate of Benedict College, class 1916. She is a first-class teacher. She will be here for two weeks. Rev. Moss Brown always asks for The Planet. Mr. Charles G. Grant, of Hyman, S. C. passed through here recently enroute to Columbia, S. C. to attend the Supreme Grand Session of the Good Samaritans. He is a first class farmer. Mr. Pete Skinner, of the 328th In fairny, Work Battallion passed here enroute to Bertie, N. C. to visit relives. Mrs. Cora Bramborry and Ion Macoe passed here enroute to Chester, Pa. By request E. B. Webster will adress the congregation at Trinity Baptist Church on Sunday morning on the work of the Red Cross. Dr. A. M. Moore, of Durham, N. C. secretary and treasurer of the N. C. Mutual and Provident Association, of Durham, N. C. passed through the city recently, returning from the State Medical Association at Macon, Ga. He also attended the South Car olina Medical Association at Orange burg, S. C. He was one of the organizers of the N. C. Mutual. They bonded and $11000 worth of Liberty Stamps. Dr. Moore speaks enough aging y of his company and believes in Negro enterprise. His two daughters, Miss Mattle Louise and Mrs. Edward Merricks are graduates of Fiske University. He was enroute for home. Special Night School Class at the Armstrong High School. Through the management of the War Department for the benefit of our Drafted men and the co-operation of the Richmond Public Schools, special classes have been arranged to help our Richmond boys to be better prepared in reading, writing, arithmetic and whatever else can be accomplished for them within the time. Miss Dortha L. Sweet and Miss Leila B. Dabney are the teachers and are meeting with fine success in their work. Mrs. Jerome Madison Paynb is also teaching War Cooking night and day in special classes. There are two classes in Radio-telegraphy. These classes are conducted through the special efforts of Mr. Wm. M. Adams. Principal of the Armstrong High School who is a treeless worker in anything for the advancement of the School. STATEMENT OF THE FINANCIAL CONDITION OF Mechanics Savings Bank OF RICHMOND VA LOCATED AT RICHMOND, IN THE COUNTY OF HENRICO, STATE OF VIRGINIA, AT THE CLOSE OF BUSINESS MAY 10, 1918, MADE TO THE STATE CORPORATION COMMISSION. RESOURCES. Loans and discounts. . . $142,092.17 Overdrafts, unsecured. . . 2,713.90 Bonds, securities, etc. Loans and discounts..... Overdrafts, unsecured..... Bonds, securities, etc. owned, including premium on same..... Banking house and lot..... Other real estate owned Furniture and fixtures..... Exchanges and checks for next day's clearings..... Other cash items..... Due from National Banks Paper currency..... Fractional paper currency, nickels and cents..... Gold coin..... Silver coin..... Bonds guaranteed..... All other items of re- sources. 12,734.00 41,053.99 86,699.75 5,162.71 1,268.96 20.00 19,444.05 3,939.00 84.07 5,591.00 485.45 4,500.00 LIABILITIES Capital stock stock in...$ 34,390.00 Dividends paid.....425.75 Individual deposits, in including savings deposits 270,443.93 Certified checks.....351.40 Cashier's checks out. Total.....$345,297.48 I, Albert V, Norrell, Jr., Cashier, do solemnly swear that the above is a true statement of the financial condi- tion of Mechanics Savings Bank of Richmond, Virginia, located at Richmond in the county of Henrico, State of Virginia, at the close of business on the 10th day of May, 1918, to the best of my ability and belief. Correct—Attest: ALBERT V. NORRELL, JR., Cashier. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. JOHN T. TAYLOR R. W. WHITING Directors. State of Virginia, City of Richmond, Swooned to and subscribed before me by Albert V, Norrell, Jr., Cashier this 22nd day of May, 1918. GRATTAN E. GRAVES, Notary Public. My commission expires Jan. 30, 1922. DECORATION DAY PARADE ON 30TH OF MAX. Decoration Day parade, May 30th will be another outburst of patriotism among our citizens of Richmond, Geo. A. Custer Post No. 11 G. A. R. No. 6 U. S. W. V. Uniform Rank K. of P., Wn. A. Hankins Camp and those of the Samarigans; the Children of Israel Beneficial clubs and societies pre expected to take part in this grand affair. Meetings have been held weekly. The young women are taking great interest in this year's parade, all young ladies desiring to participate may communicate with Mrs. Zomoria Wood Matron in charge who will see to every com fort. The female auxiliaries of the Spanish War Veterans and other organizations having them will be led by Mrs. Minnie Storrs, Lady President of Hankins Camp Auxiliary. At the several meetings held many details have been gone into and the mistake made in the past has been sought to be remedied so that the interest in this duty will not lag. Captain W. H. Anderson has been chosen Chief Marshal; Mr. G. L. Branch Chief of Staff; Mr. Luscius Storrs, Treasurer. Mr. W. A. Smith has been assigned as Marshal of the Elks Division. Mr. Jas. M. Fraysier will command the Young Men's Riding Club. the Today men's Riding Club. In order to avoid any misunderstanding all organizations should not tiffy the Chief Marshal; St. Luke Bank Building on or before Monday 27th inst., of their intention to take a part in the parade. The names and addresses or the marshals of the clubs are desired at the same time. MEMORIAL SABRATH Memorial Sabbath will be observed Sunday May 26th under the auspices of Custer Post No. 11 G. A. 48. The Spanish War Veterans also other allied club and organizations. Rev. Evans Payne, D. D., pastor of the church will deliver the Memorial ser mon at 11:30 A. M. at the Fourth Baptist church. The public is invited to witness these exercises. MEMORIAL DAY Memorial Day will be observed May 30th under the auspices of the Grand Army. The Spanish War Veterans also other allied clubs and organizations at the National Cemetery. A fine programme has been arranged for the occasion and the public is invited out to witness these exercises. All passors clubs and organizations who received notices from the Grand Army for a donation for memorial purposes will please attend to it at once as our time is very limited. The Uniform Rank, Knigh's of Pythias are expected to take a part with us as usual under the command of Brig. General John Mitchell, Jr. S. U. R. K. of P. Started as First Sergeant, then to Sergeant Major, and is now Major of 1st Battalion, 3rd Regiment, at Donora, Pa. PRESIDENT E. P. FOX WRITES. The Woman's Baptist State Educational Convention of Virginia will hold its 23rd annual session at Richmond Virginia June 20th to 23rd, 1918 with the Circle of Thirty first Street Church, Rev. R. C. Williams, pastor. With souls unkindled with Nation at patriotism and racial love and devotion we are going over the conventional top as the Negro Soldiers will so bravely do in France this year. It has been nineteen years since the convention met in the Capital city, that the convention was in its infancy, small in size but being large in heart, noble in purpose; resolute in principle. We go now in fullness of our strength—matured by years of experience. We want and expect a large delegation and instead of the war being an excuse it is a reason why we will need the largest delegation and the biggest rally in order to meet the heavy expense the war has placed upon education as upon everything else. The convention needs $2,000.00 and I am urging every circle to send large contributions to meet this need. Every loyal circle and every circle is asked not for her bit but for her best. Victory depends on you! ELIZA P. FOX, President. Mrs. Goode's Son Writes. 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Apply for territory and special deal Black and White Ointment sold everywhere. WE FURNISH THE VELVET ICE-CREAM DIRECT FROM FACTORY TO YOUR HOME. Special Attention to Picnics, Church Parties, Etc. Please Order Early in the Day, for Prompt Delivery. Order on Saturday for Sunday. N. WINSTON, 537 Brook Avenue, Madison 2253. Kinky HAIR BECOMES SOFT, TELKY, LONG like picture (from an actual photograph). by using HEROLIN Pomade Hair Dressing. Pomade hair, No mute makes itchbap, course, wiry or kinky hair soft, silky, fuffy, long and pretty, so you can do much with it. It works well. Allow dandruff and fulling hair, and grows lots of new hair soft and beautiful to behold. Heron is not sticky or pompous. EVERY 25% off shoes. for a box. Also sold by drug stores. HEROLIN MED. CO., Atlanta, Ga. Agents wanted. Writo for terms. HEROLIN POMADE HAIR DRESSING 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 com potent 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. Blacksmith Wanted. A colored Blacksmith wanted, with or without family. Light work, good wages. Apply at once. William II. Mapp, Box 115 Eastville, Va. Phone 29-12. AGENTS WANTED. "Colored Man Is No Snacker." Most beautiful patriotic picture ever made for Colored people. Every home will want it. 300 per cent profit. Also for Life and Works of Booker T. Washington. Complete 16 by 20 picture and outfit mailed for 25 cents in stamps. Act quick. HUSE SALES CO., Atlanta, Ga. For over 15 years Growing Hair—Vaseline Barred BOX 453, LOUISVILLE, KY. Percent, Commission on Every $1. Reached and Made Soft, Smooth, and Made Smooth as Velvet. Also Sings, Bumps, Blemishes by Ointment. By Mall 25c. Element (for white or colored folks) black, arms or hands. This bleaches during the skin of risings, bumps, sunburn or freckles—giving you complexion. Black and White Ointticky, and is superior to all other as bleaches. Sold on a money-or coin) sent by mail, or if you and White Ointment, a 25c cake of ice. Address, DEPT. S. MEMPHIS, TENN. An Easy Living For territory and special deal. Element sold everywhere. I, Confectioner ICE-CREAM DIRECT FROM YOUR HOME. Buries, Church Parties, Etc. For Prompt Delivery. Order on Sunday. K Avenue, Madison 2253. A good barber, can make from $18 to $22.00 a week will give good guar- ancee and furnish ticket. Address, James Hutton, 139 S. Queen St., Mart insburg, W. Va. If You Use Face Powder USE THE BEST USE Dr.Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener Powder The most successful powder ever made for bringing out the beauty of a dark complexion. TEST IT CRITICALLY We want every woman who has never tried SKIN WHITENER FACE POWDEP to put it to this test. Powder your face before your mirror on one side with the face powder you have been using; powder the other side of your face with PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER FACE POWDER. Notice how evenly SKIN WHITENER POWDER adheres to the face, and the soft and beautiful appearance it gives to the skin. Compare it to your heart's content. This test will convince the most serious customers are based on fact, and the SKIN WHITENER FACE POWDER is just what we claim—the best face powder that money can buy. It is put up in a beautiful box, the same size that retails for 50c and upward for other powders not near so good. Price 25c at all druggists and toilet goods dealers, or sent direct for 25c postpaid. Write to JACOBS' PHARMACY CO. Atlanta, Ga. $\textcircled{9}$ AGENTS WANTED WRITE FOR OUR LIBERAL TERMS RICHMOND Virginia Barber Wanted.