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VOLUME XXXV, NO. 37 THE SITUATION AMONG COLORED BAPTISTS IN AMERICA For about two decades from 1905 the National Baptist Convention was the pride of the Negro Baptists of the United States. Her missions were made up of messengers from all parts of the Country, and it was not only a pleasure but an inspiration to make the annual pilgrimage. During those years the National Baptist Publishing Board was built up to great proportions; the National Baptist Training School for Women and Girls at Washington, D.C. was established and under the leadership of Mrs. Lapton and Mass Nainie H. Burroughs a million Baptists women were hired up for Christian service. The Foreign Mission Board and other Boards have grown up during that time and flourished. The power and influence of this great organization have been felt for good in Panama, the West Indies, South America and in darkest Africa. Her officers and representatives have stood at Baptist and Missionary Councils in all parts of the civilized world and have brought to the civilized world a message that thrilled and cheered on to larger accomplishments. Baptist scholars wrote down the deeds of the denomination in clear, indelible and imperishable words; young men and women in our Baptist schools read of the deeds of the Deposition and felt a thrill that was indescribable. Her various boards collected hundreds of them ends of dollars and expended it for the advancement of the great cause in communities. Nothing general too great for the unseen great organization to accomplish. THE BLOT UPON A FAIR PAGE. It is nothing less than criminal that this pair of Deconjunational and Missionary endeavor should receive a blot. A few years ago forces that had for their object the glory and curse of individuals began to operate. The cause of righteousness was forgotten and the building continued on Page 7. HOME OF SORROW In the home of Mrs. E. N. Dickerson 163 West Lighthouse, Mrs. Marriette Bone, her daughter, fell asleep in Jesus, July 9, 1918, at 1:10 A.M. She was a patient sufferer and waited patiently on the Lord. During her tour months of illness she was very happy and content. The thing that pleased us most was that she was a faithful Christian and and hope and trust in Jesus Christ. She has left us and gone home to rest and left us the message to meet her on the other side. After we had done all we could, she leaned her head on Jesus' breast and went quietly to Heaven. Her favorite synn during her illness was "What A Fellowship." Before she died, she called us all and prayed a family prayer which we cannot forget. How to express her Christian character we know not but all we can say. Sleep on, Margarite, Sleep and take thy rest. We loved the well But Jesus loved you best. She left a faithful husband and a loving mother and father, two sisters, five brothers and two nieces and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. The funeral was Thursday, July 11 1918, at eleven o'clock at the Ehenezer Baptist Church, Rev W. H. Stokes preached a touching sermon in a most graceful manner. He spoke words of comfort and consolation to the family and friends, Mr. W. I. Johnson and charge of the procession which was the most beautiful scene that ever was in the neighborhood. The funeral procession consisted of all automobiles and the flowers were handsome. We can't say and do enough to express the love and sympathy we had for her. All we can say is, Sister thou are mild and lovely, Gentle as the Summer breeze, Pleasant as the air of evening, Sister Margarette sleep in case. We wish to thank the St. Lukes and friends for their kindness shown during the illness and death of our sister and mother. —Elmora Dickerson, Blanche Dickerson, Hazel Brown. Deacon Samuel P. Brown is sick at his residence, 512 North Third street, under the treatment of Dr. R. $2. Jones. THE VIRGINIA BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION Presents Medal Through Committee to Dr. A. A. Gatty In association of the faithful and progressive work of Dr. A. K. Galvin, president of the Virginia Baptist State Convention for six years, it was unanimously decided by the Convention to present to Dr. Galvin a suitable Model of honor, Dr. S. A. Moses, 1st vice president of the Convention, and the writer were appointed a committee to select the medal and present same. Sunday, July 21st, was decided upon as day of presentation at the Loyal St. Baptist Church, Darville, a pastored by Dr Galvin. The writer journeyed to Darville to join Dr Moses for the presentation service and took advantage of the opportunity to visit the different departments of both the Loyal and Hugh St. Baptist churches. It is known, generally, that the two churches represent our front church churches in membership, Christian activity, worship and their social aspect. I attended Sunday school services at Loyal St., and while I had heard much of the large progressive Sunday school of this church, it was most gratifying to be present and witness them at work. I saw present three hundred and fifty Sunday school workers, who were enthusiastic and happily so, about their work. I had a few words to say to them. The A most favorable impression was made upon the writer at the morning service. Dr. Galvin was the preacher for his usual Sunday service. The speeches and auditorium was taxed by good seating capacity and by also preaching because the gallery had many persons in it that could not be compelled in the predicament. The pastor used as a theme "The Sage of Opposition" and from the preached a fable and very personal service. The duty of the Christian to be church his教职, his time, and the Masters' Kingdom, as the Kingdom pertains to the home and foreign hold and to Christian education, were many of the things treated as the burden of his message. The large audience heard him as if he spoke from Sinai. To observe the life of this church people and the understand for more than sixteen years this servant of the Master has been their shopper is to know what it is to have Divine good approval in your work. The afternoon service was programmed as presentation service, Dr. S. A. Moses was master of ceremony and presided with ease and dignity. The writer was the speaker for the occasion and Dr. Moses presented the medal. The services were pro-nounced generally befitting in every way and the good people rejoiced that such a worthy character as Dr. Galvin was so honored by a great convention with a constituency of several States. It was my pleasure to go to Hish St church to witness a part of a Missionary and Educational program in company with Dr. Moses, pastor Mrs. Moses, the president of the circle that was rendering the program, was addressing the audience as we entered. I have never attended a missionary meeting more interesting, thoughtful and timely. I saw the secret of their mission spirit. At the evening service I preached for Dr. Moses and his good people. It was a pleasure to be with my brethren and to see them doing so well. To see their church people so happy and so vocal in praise of their pastors. These churches are entirely out of debt and their membership is active in mission and educational work. They are caring well for their leaders, morally and financially. Yours humbly, R. C. WOODS. DR. WALTER I. BROOKS AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. A special sermon will be delivered by Dr. Walter H. Brooks of Washington, D. C., at the First Baptist Church corner Fourteenth and Broad Streets, Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D., pastor, Sunday, July 28, 1918, at 11:15 A.M. The services will be under the direction of the Latt Carey Foreign Missionary Society of the Church. The public is cordially invited to attend. WANTED - A Good representative in every town. Can make from $15,00 to $50,00 per month working for us. Particulars free. R. C. GULLEY, 404 E. Marshall St., Richmond, Va. Little Julia and Bearice Carles, of 153 Decatur St. South Richmond, left the city last week for Washington, D. C. to spend several weeks, visiting their aunt, Mrs. Maggie Davis Tucker. Mr. Edgar E. Cogbill returned to the city last week after spending ten days in Youngstown, Ohio. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, JULY 27, 1918. THE NATIONAL GOLDEN LIBERTY CONGRESS CONVENES A COLORFED AMERICAN EVENT IN STRUGGLE FOR WORLD DEMOCRACY HISTORIC COLUMNED LIBERTY CONGRESS July 21st to 29th, 1918, are now historic dates in Colored American history. They mark the approach of Colored Americans to their federal government in behalf of justice and power for their racial group. They right days with a Sabbath day in between, witnessed the gathering together in the nation's capital of delegates from all sections of the country in the midst of a world's war to complete and present to the federal Congress a statement of the grievous wrongs visited upon their race and a demand for redress. Two days were spent in mapping out the plans and arranging for the sessions of this National Colored Liberty Congress, which lasted six days and five nights. At its height one hundred and fifteen delegates had organized their about thirty States. They had come from as far North as Mississippi as far South as Florida as far West as Arkansas. The Patching States were well represented in Texas. The States of Tillman, Willingham and Vardaman were represented, and Tilliman was arrested on his that namely the shock before this Liberty Congress closed. Meeting under warous opportu- nities of liberty and a spite of a swedish-American author, attempts to the war government to thwart this race convention, yet there is no wavering among these de- laures. They come for a share for their race of the world democracy which their country's president pro- claimed as the flower of their time was sent into battle in another heir- tory, and they never faltered. Day after day the delegates met in two cooperative sessions without a dissent from the announcement purpose of the Call. Firms in the convocation that they were true to the two patriotism received to woe out the inno- stance of their country at home and were loyal in seeing this world opportunity to seek for their race re- gion, painless and undemonstra- tionary. They petitioned the Chief Executive by sending a written re- quest to him to convene both houses of Congress to hear them and sending a delegation to get his answer. They pledged the heads of both house of Congress to sending delegation to the speaker of age and the Presid- ent of the other to ask for a joint session. And in Speaker Clark they found a responsive hearer through the extraordinary opportunity could not be ignored. They further sought the adjudication of the government by inviting two congressmen to address this Liberty Congress. These crusaders in war time for Liberty and redress of race wronged, the white public of the District of Columbia by these moves of their patriotic purpose. The daily press chirped somewhat of them. Colored Washington was not left in the dark. On the first Monday night there came into the spacious John Wesley Zion A, M, E, church, Rey W, C, Brown, pastor, a great, intelligent audience. They heard frank utterances and positive demands for liberation from Maurice Spencer, local emancipator; Dr. S. F. Harrison, of Oklahoma; H. H. Harrison, of New York; the brainy chairman of the Congress; Wm. Monroe Trotter, the executive secretary, and the eloquent J. W. Bell, of Kentucky. At first that audience sat around the big flags still and in suspense. Then as speakers bodily demanded the democracy for their race which was proclaimed for the world they relaxed and then waxed enthusiastic. FIVE GREAT MASS MEETINGS TWO TO THE MEN APPROVED Then the "fee was broken." Tuesday night, despite the rain, another great audience listened to manly and able addresses by Rev. M, F. Sydes, R. L.; Atty, W. A. Hawkins, Md.; C. Morris, N. Y., and applauded. Wednesday night, g mammoth audience, overwhelming the big church heard Rep. Martin B. Madden, of Illinois, as he approved the holding of the congress as patriotic; Prof. A. W. Whaley, of Boston; Rev. M. A. N. Shaw, of Boston, whose oation as he closed at midnight was greater than that to Cong. Madden and again, H. H. Harrison, who was applauded till 12:15 a. m. Thursd night another mammoth audience heard W. H. Twine of Oklahoma, Rev. C. H. Steepean of Baltimore, and greatest of all Congressmen L. C. Dyer, of Missouri, author of the anti-lynching bill, who declared all true Americans at home should be bringing about democracy in the U. S. A., while the soldier are fighting in Europe for world democracy. Friday night, another large audience board Rev. H. D. Martin, of Georgia, leader of Granville Martin; Rev. C. M. Tanner, pastor of the Nineveh A. M. E. church, and Dr. P. A Stephens, of Chattanooga Town. APPROVE RACEN PETITION Then W. Monroe Tranter read the petition which had been unanimously probed to the delegates and put into the hands of Rev. GH-0 and of Senator Pourose for prosecution to congress. It was so satisfactory that the Boston Editor was given a rising vote of thanks, as had Rev. Shaw and Kip. Madden be given and after a enquiry by Prof. Bell was by rising vote declared the radical race leader. RECEPTION After no night on Thursday night Red Co. units gave the delegation a reception lasting 2 h. 2 m. a delightful affair in the lecture hall and dining room where meals were served daily. A delightful feature of the night sessions was the remarkable dating of Miss Virginia Williams prima dona soprano. Invocations were presented by Rev. W. C Brown, Bishop N. L. Ness, Rev. C. M Tramer, Rev. W. C. Weston, Mahon; Rev. M. J. Adams, Alabaman; Braxton rendered organ solos Tuesday night, and Prof. Pereira Parham, of Boston, on Thursday night. The collections laid on the table averaged $25.00 per night, and the Liberty Congress captured Color of Washington. PETITION PRESENTED This incomplete report but half describes this earnest gathering Saturday at 1 o'clock it closed. All debts were paid, pledges of thanks were passed to Harrison, Bell, Trottier, New Brown, local committee the church, and to the delegate. Adjournment to all another Liberty Congreges next year, this general meeting before only 10:30 a.m. there is to be any permanent organization, was hastened to go to the capitol where the petition of the colored race for democracy's rights was presented by Rep. F. H. Gillette, of Massachusetts. TO WAR DEPARTMENT On Monday, Robt. N. Owens applied for audience at War Department and was put off till Tuesday. Ben he and Editor Trotter saw the judge Advocate General, Col. Maye, and were told the War Department would insist on same transportation for white and colored soldiers and had turned case of Dr. Jones of St. Louis over to the Department of Justice. They also saw the Adjunct General, Gen. Cane, who said the tattoon order was not approved and that he would correct any injustices within his jurisdiction. Sen. Penrose plans to read the petition to the U. S. Senate at the best opportunity. So the congress of the United States now knows well the stand of colored America for a share in world democracy. SEND FOR CONGRESSIONAL RECORD The petition is published in full in the Congressional Record of June 29th. Write and ask your represent- tative or senator to send you a conv COMMITTEE ON DRAFTING THE PETITION W, M. Trotter, Massachusetts. A, W. Whaley, Massachusetts. A, W. Hawkins, Maryland. W, M. Jones, Arkansas. Robt, M. Owens, Missouri. Mrs. M. Gladstone, New York. L. B. Allen, New York. W, E. Hester, Tennessee. G, W. Bell, Kentucky. OFFICERS OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF CALL FOR NEXTSESSION Officers of Committee to call and open next session; W. M. Trotter chairman; Rev. M. F. Sydes, R. I. vice-chairman, J. W. Bell, Earlong ton, Ky., recording secretary; M. W Spencer, corresponding secretary, Rev. C. S. Whitted, Ct., treasurer Sub committee of management Messrs. Trotter, Bell, Spencer, Whit ted and Hon. I. B. Allen, R. N. Owen of St. Louis, Mo.; A. J. Smitherman of Tulsa, Okla.; Rev. H. D Martin Georgia. COMMITTEES On Credentials,—Hon. I, B. Allen New York; Prof. J, I. J, Starks, South Carolina; Mrs. W. O. Taylor, Massa chusets, who registered delegates and held fees, with Mrs. I. Mooran blackstone, New York, assisting. On Rules,—M. W. Spencer, W. H. Twine, M. A. N. Shaw, C. W. Childs T. J. Moppin. To confer with Speaker of House—W. M. Trotter, H. H. Harrison, L. B. Allen. To confer with President of Senate—W. H. Twine, M. F. Sydes, (Continued on Fifth Page) (Continued on Eighth Page.) POLICE CASES BEFORE HIS MONOR, MINOR GEORGE ANN SLIE On the investigation of the charges made against Chief of Police C. A. Sherry, Captain George K. Pollock, Detective L. C. Bertucci and Policeman C. A. Stirr by the stock account of the Murray County Court was begun before Mayor George Ainslie yesterday afternoon at three o'clock in the courthouse of the City of Murray Court. By agreement, the investigation of the charges presented against Captain Pollock was the first of the series of trials which are the outflow of the inquiry of forensicists in the Police Department by the recent grand jury, during the course of the hearing yesterday the great majority of the witnesses for the Commencement were introduced, examined, and exposé amined. Two important witnesses are to be heard. They are James T. Dixon, manager of Morphia Hotel and Animate Police Officer Archie C. Holt who is away on his furious. It is underscored that the nature of the testimony of these witnesses is merely exequivorous. Before the trials began yesterday afternoon mayor Amy Inez issued an order suspending Chief Sherry, Captain Pollock, Detective Berenald and Col. Sman Strain, Counsel for the defense but might admitted that as present the testimony for the Commonwealth booked "hail" for Uptown Pollock, but insured that they would be able to prove the testimony false. The first assertion was that they would be able to disbar the testimony of House Detective Powers and prove that the testimony of Police Sergeant Joshua was situated by Jolony and prejudice. More than seventy-five witnesses have been summoned by the defense. NEXT HEARING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON Because of the fact that Commonwealth's Attorney Wise and Gilbert K. Pollock, attorney for the defense, will be deriding in the trial of cases in the Hustings Court today, further hearing in the investigation of accusations against Captain Pollock was postponed until three o'clock Wednesday afternoon. The case is not yet half completed. It is known that Mayer Ninnie was counting on completing the hearing of each case in one day, or two days at the outside. But judging from the progress made at the trial yesterday the trials of all the men under fire will not be completed until the latter part of next week. The witnesses who were introduced by the Commonwealth and testifying against Captain Pollock in the order of their testimony are as follows: Pollock man W. A. Clarke of the Second District; Magistrate J. A. Purdie, Sergeant R. B. Jordan, of the Second District; Captain of Detectives, A. S. Wright; John F. Powers, House Detective of Murphy's Hotel; Policeman W. E. Breman, of the Second District and Policeman T. G. Walton, of the Second District. POWERS TELLS OF POLLOCKS VISIT TO HOTEL 4300M The consensus of opinion in the courtroom was that unless broken or clearly explained the evidence reluctantly offered by Mr. Powers was the most damaging evidence introduced by the Commonwealth. Mr. Powers testified at at some time during the year—he could not remember the time the date or the month—he had found Captain Pollock in a room at the hotel with a woman, both scantily attired and both under the influence of liquor. He also said that in order to make sure before entering the room, he looked at the hotel register and saw the names of two women who had registered for the room. According to his testimony he told Captain Pollock that he would have to get the woman out of the hotel. With that, he said that he went out, returned in one half an hour, and both were gone. Mr. Powers admitted that Captain Pollock explained his presence to him there by saying that he was on business. However, he said that he would let him go only on the condition that he held a conference with the manager of the hotel. Mr. Disney, the following morning and give reasons or explanation for his presence in the hotel in such a position. Policeman W. E. Clarke, of the Second District, was the first witness called for the Commonwealth. At this time, in answer to a query from Commonwealth's Attorney George E. Wise as to the scope and rules governing the hearings, Mayor Ainsle said that his court would proceed under the recognized rules of courts of record in regard to the admissibility of evidence. tion of the presentation. He put two questions to Mayor Aimee, saying that they were undermined in that they would decide the rules that would guide the initiation to the end. The first question was in regard to the range of evidence and the administrative utility of evidence. This question, the Mayor answered by saying that the prosecution of courts or record would be adhered to. The second question of Mr. Wise was an elaboration of discourse upon the powers that the Mayor exercised over the Police Department, as described by the Hustings Court. He said that the power of the Mayor comes from the Constitution in section 129 and from the amended Charter for the city of Richmond, as is included in the Acts of 1905. Then Mr. Wise read an excerpt from the charter, which says that the Chief of Police serves during the pleasure of the May or "pending good behavior, obedience and for the good of the service." It was apparent to those who have been following the cases that the prosecution intended to lay down rules in the determining which would contradict and deny the point made by the defense in the Hustings Court to the office that a police officer could be suspended or removed from office only for misconduct in office or neglect of duty. A) this point Col. David H. Leake, seeking counsel for the defense, inter- ported and emphatically said: "We are not prepared to meet the bullets but we are prepared and ready to meet the specifications and charges." CLUSE TELLS OF DOMESTIC VOLLEY AT POLLUCKS HOME As Mr. Wise proceeded to clarify his position at length, Attorney Gilbert K. Pollock, in a heated manner, explained the position of the defense: "Be's give time and not pledge about such权利. We are ready to meet the position and the charges. We admit that the Mayor has loved passers, but it's be away with the jury and intersubordinate delays of his time then and we promise to be the accused." "Why 'was that 'office' Charles proceeded with his testimony. He had not gone far before the question of hearsay evidence was raised by the defense and this was overruled. He acted untidy, and it became evident that his testimony related to a scene of domestic violence at the home of Captain Pollock. Then Attorney Leake decided that there was nothing in the charges that preoccupied this kind of testimony, and we did not think that the prosecution would so far as to layide the sanctity of the home. Mr. Wise, do you think that the charges contain anything of this nature?" Mr. Wise replied that the evidence of Policeman Clarke preposed drunkness and disorderly conduct and that Captain Pollock was threatening outside. "That's why I wanted to make myself plain in the beginning." Attorney Pollock then earnestly said to the court: "The evidence in question includes a family disagreement, in which the wife of Captain Pollock in a fit of anger called up the Second Police Station, and the men on duty responded. But do you want to expose a family difference here in court for the benefit of the muckraker and the onbaker when it has no bearing on the case?" Attorney Bryan replied and the sighle in court then became a tree for all issue: "We have no desire for muckraking. We intend to meet one Prof. J. H. Hill, in charge of the Industrial Department of Armstrong School, of Washington, D. C., in company with his daughter, Miss Catherine E. Hill are in the city, the guest of Mrs. Maria Smith, 517 North Second street. Messrs. W. H. Crocker and C. W. Jordan, of Suffolk, Va., were in the city attending the sessions of the Virginia State Negro Business League, Mr. Crocker is President of the League. The Negro State Business League is holding a splendid session here at the 3rd Street Bethel A. M. E. Church this week. LABOR DAY PICNIC Stop, look, listen! Are you going? Going where? To Lecost, Midlothian Va. the new Fish Pond and Picnic Ground for Colored People. There will be a large picnic given there for the benefit of the new Help One Another Club and we are asking every colored man, woman and child to meet us at Lecoo on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 1918. All persons from Hopewell will start from Dreamland Park. We also ask every colored man or woman who has an automobile to help us on that day. There will be some of the best men and women of the race to speak to you on that day. Edward McElvene, Propeller, ad dress Box 216, City Point, Va. or Box 4 Midlothian, Va. The boy with the Yellow Hudson Car. TIME IS FLEETING-KEEP POSTED PRICE, FIVE CENTS OUR COLORED SOLDIERS ON THE FIRING LINE IN FRANCE Remark of Hon. Richard W. Austin, of Tennessee, in the House of Representatives, June 22, 1918 Mr. Austin, Mr. Chairman, I avail myself of this opportunity to submit to the Congress and the American people the testimony of Gen. Pershing on the enviable record being made by four colored soldiers now in France on the trining line. The statement of the commander of our office on the western front will silence the many false reports put in circulation in this country as to the treatment and the conduct of the colored soldiers who are a part of our brave and invincible Army which is maintaining the admirable traditions of the American Army and Navy. Many of these soldiers come from the districts I represent and I am proud of the record they are making in defending our rights and in doing their best to make the world free and America safe and secure for all time. Here is Gen. Pershing's just tribute to these men: The stories probably invented by German agents, that colored soldiers in France are always placed in most dangerous positions and sacrificed to save white soldiers; that when wounded they are left on the ground to die without medical attention, etc., absolutely false. FIGURES ON THEIR LOSSES The following are the losses as reported up to June 18 in the four-colored combatant regiments now in France; The Three hundred and sixteenth Infantry. Died of wounds; 3; died of disease, 8; severely wounded, 2. The Three hundred and seventh Infantry. Died of wounds; none; died of disease, 3; severely wounded, none. The Three hundred and seventy second Infantry. Died of wounds, none; died of disease, 8; severely wounded, none. The Three hundred and seventy second Infantry. Died of wounds, none; died of disease, 8; severely wounded, none. These figures show conclusively that Negro troops have not thus far occupied positions as dangerous as those occupied by white troops, and that their physical condition is excellent. A tour of inspection just completed among American Negro troops by officers of the training section of these headquarters show the comparatively high degree of training and efficiency among these troops. Their training is identical with that of other American troops serving with the French Army, the effort being to lead all American troops gradually to heavy combat duty by a preliminary service in trenches in quiet sectors. Colored troops in trenches have been particularly fortunate, as one regiment had been there a month before any losses were suffered. This was almost unheard of on the western front. The exploits of two colored infantrymen some weeks ago in repelling a much larger German patrol, killing and wounding several Germans and winning the croix de guerre by their gallaxy, has aroused a fine spirit. NASH. In loving remembrance of our beloved son and friend, Dr. William A. Nash, who departed this life one year ago, to day, July 26, 1917. All of his pain and suffering were borne. With a smile of heavenly mirth, And when the angels came down and called him home, He smiled farewell to earth. By his devoted mother and friend MRS. ELVIRA NASH CRAWLEY----PEYTON On June 12th, the wedding of Mr. Robert D. Crawley to Miss Janet Payton was solenized at her home, Tarbero, N. C. Mr. and Mrs. Crawley are at home Stop 2. Petersburg car line. South Richmond. Friends are welcome. Women Wanted? The women of Richmond are carefully asked to be present at Mt Carmel Baptist Church, Sunday, July 28, 1918, 13:00 P.M. M. to a great mass meeting for women only. Mrs. Lucy A. Coles will speak. Subject: "The Inside of African Women's Life Revealed." No girls admitted, only women. Under the auspices of the Missionary Circle, Please bring a silver offering. Mrs. Rosa Sutton Coffee is President THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library TIME IS FLEETING—KEEP POSTED VOLUME XXXV, NO. 37 THE SITUATION AMONG COLORED BAPTISTS IN AMERICA . For about two decades from 1905 the National Baptist Convention was the pride of the Negro Baptists of the United States. Her sessions were made up of messengers from all parts of the Country, and it was not only a pleasure but an inspiration to make the annual pilgrimage. During those years the National Baptist Publishing Board was built up to great proportions; the National Baptist Training School for Women and Girls at Washington, D. C., was established and under the leadership of Mrs. Layton and Mission Baptists women burrowed up for Christian service. The Foreign Mission Board and other Boards have grown up during that time and flourished. The power and influence of this great organization have been felt for good in Panama, the West Indies, South America and in darkest Africa. Her officers and representatives have stood in Baptist and Missionary Councils in all parts of the civilized world and have brought to her assembled millions a message that thrilled and cheered on to larger accomplishments. Baptist scholars wrote down the deeds of the denomination in clear, indelible and imperishable words; young men and women in our Baptist schools and colleges felt a tilt that was indescribable. Her various boards collected hundreds of thousands of dollars and expended it for the advancement of the great cause of righteousness. Nothing seemed too great for this magnificent organization to accomplish. THE BLOT UPON A FAIR PAGE It is nothing less than criminal that this fair page of Decombinational and Missionary endeavor should receive a blot. A few years ago forces that had for their object the glory and enrichment of individuals began to operate. The cause of righteousness was built in building. Continued on Page 7. In the home of Mrs. E. N. Dickerson 163 West Leigh street, Mrs. Margaratee Boone, her daugater, fell asleep in Jesus, July 9, 1918, at 4:10 A. M. She was a patient sufferer and waited patiently on the Lord. During her four months of illness she was very happy and content. The thing that pleased us most was that she was a faithful Christian and hope and trust in God. The thing that She has left us and gone home to rest and left us the message to meet her on the other side. After we had done all we could, she leaned her head on Jesus' breast and went quietly to Heaven. Her favorite hymn during her illness was, "What A Fellowship." Before she died, she called us all and prayed a family prayer which we cannot forget. How to express her Christian character we know not but all we can say. Sleep on, Margaratee, Sleep and take thy rest, We loved thee well But Jesus loved you best. She left a faithful husband and a loving mother and father, two sisters, five brothers and two nieces and a host of relatives and friends to mourn their loss. The funeral was Thursday, July 11 1918, at eleven o'clock at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Rev. W. H. Stokes preached a touching sermon in a most graceful manner. He spoke words of comfort to the family and friends. Mr. W. Johnson had charge of the procession which was the most beautiful scene that ever was in the neighborhood. The funeral procession consisted of all automobiles and the flowers were handsome. We can't say and do enough to express the love and sympathy we had for her. All we can say is, Sister thou are mild and lovely, Gentle as the Summer breeze, Pleasant as the air of evening, Sister Margaret sleep in case. We wish to thank the St. Lukes and friends for their kindness shown during the illness and death of our sister and mother. - Elmora Dickerson, Blanche Dickerson, Hazel Brown. fl fl fl Deacon Samuel P. Brown is sick at his residence, 512 North Third street, under the treatment of R. R. 55. Jones. THE VIRGINIA BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION Presents Medal Through Committee to Dr. A, Galvin In appreciation of the faithful and progressive work of Dr. A. K. Galvin as president of the Virginia Baptist State Convention for six years, it was unanimously decided by the Convention to present to Dr. Galvin a suitable Medal of Honor, Dr. S. A. M. Malone of the Convention, and the writer were appointed a committee to select the medal and present same. Sunday, July 21st, was decided upon as day of presentation at the Loyal St. Baptist church, Danville, a. pastored by Dr. Galvin. The writings of Moses for the presentation service and took advantage of the opportunity to visit the different departments of both the Loyal and High St. Baptist churches. It is known, generally, that these two churches represent our church in membership, Christian activity, worship and their social aspect. I attended Sunday school services at Loyal St., and while I had heard much of the large progressive Sunday school of this church, it was most gratifying to be present and with witness to the work. I had hundred and fifty Sunday school workers, who were enthusiastic and happily so, about their work. I had a few words to say to them. The energetic superintendent was very cordial in his reception and made me feel at ease. Their offering amounted to $12.30. A most favorable impression was made upon the writer at the morning service. Dr. Galvin was the preacher for his usual Sunday service. The spacious auditorium was taxed beyond seating capacity, and by the end of the day the library had many persons in it that could not find accommodation in the auditorium. The pastor used as a theme, "the Sins of Omission," and from the same preached a forebible and very practical sermon. The duty of the Christian to his church, his neighbor, is the kingdom pertains to the home and foreign field and to Christian education, were many of the thugs treated as the burden of his message, The large audience heard him as if he spoke from Sinai. To observe the life of this church people and then understand for more insight the nature of the Master has been their shepherd is to know what it is to have Divine approval in your work. The afternoon service was programed as presentation service. Dr. S. A. Moses was master of ceremonies and presided with case and dignity. The writer was the speaker for the occasion and Dr. Moses presented the medal. The services were pronounced generally befitting in every way and the good people rejoiced that such a worthy character as Dr. Galvin was so honored by a great convention with a constituency of several States. It was my pleasure to go to High St. Church to witness a part of a Missionary and Educational program in company with Dr. Moses, pastor, Mrs. Moses, the president of the circle that was rendering the program, was addressing the audience as we entered. I have never attended a missionary meeting more interesting, thoughtful and timely. I saw the secret of their mission spirit. At the evening service I preached for Dr. Moses and his good people. It was a pleasure to be with my brethren and to see them doing so well. To see their church people so happy and in touch with their missionary work. These churches are entirely out of debt and their membership is active in mission and educational work. They are caring well for their leaders, morally and financially. DR. WALTER H. BROOKS AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. A special sermon will be delivered by Dr. Walter H. Brooks of Washington, D. C., at the First Baptist Church corner Fourteenth and Broad Streets, Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D., pastor, Sunday, July 28, 1918, at 11:15 A. M. The services will be under the direction of the Latt Carey Foreign Missionary Society of the Church. The public is cordially invited to attend. WANTED—A Good Representative in every town. Can make from $15.00 to $20.00 month. Send resume to: PartiesRepresentative.R.G.ULLEY. 404 E. Marshall St., Richmond, Va. Little Julia and Breathe James, of 1513 Decatur St. South Richmond, left the city last week for Washington, D. C. to spend several weeks, visiting their aunt, Mrs. Maggie Davis Tucker. Mr. Edgar E. Cogbill returned to the city last week after spending ten days in Youngstown, Ohio. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, JULY 27, 1918. THE NATIONAL COLORED LIBERTY CONGRESS CONVENES A COLored AMERICAN EVENT IN STRUGGLE WORLD PROMOCRY HISTORIC COLORED LIBERTY CONGRESS July 21st to 29th, 1918, are now historic dates in Colored American history. They mark the approach of Colored Americans to their federal government in behalf of justice and liberty for their racial group. These eight days with a Sabbath day in August, the gathering to together in the capital of Alabama gates from all sections of the country in the midst of a world's war to formulate and present to the federal Congress a statement of the grievous wrongs visited upon their race and a demand for redress. Two days were spent in mapping the plans and arranging for the session of the state's liberty Congress, which lasted six days and five nights. At its height one hundred and fifteen delegates had qualified from about thirty States. They had come from as far North as Massachusetts, as far South as Florida as far West as Arkansas. The lynching States were well represented save Texas. The States of Tillman, Missouri, and Arkansas sent, and Tillman was arrested with his that parallels shock before this Liberty Congress closed. Meeting under purposeful questionnaires of boyhood and in spite of a Jewish-American major's attempt through the War Department to thwart this race convention, yet there was no wavering among these delegates in their support of their race of the world democracy which their country's president proclaimed as the flower of their race was sent into battle in another hemisphere, and they never faltered. Day after day the delegates met in two executive sessions without a dissent from the announced purpose of the delegates, and they were true to the seat patriotism in seeking to wipe out the inconsistency of their country at home and were race loyal in seizing this world opportunity to seek for their race relief from senseless and undemocratic prosecution, they notified the Chief Executive by sending a written response to Congress to hear them and sending a delegation to get his answer. Then they notified the heads of two houses of Congress by sending delegation* to the speaker of one and the President of the other to ask for a joint session. And in Speaker Clark they found a responsive hearer though the extraordinary opportunity could not be obtained. The advice of the government by inviting two congressmen to address this Liberty Congress. These crusaders in war time for Liberty and redress of race wrongs notified, the white public of the District of Columbia by these moves of their patriotic purpose. The daily press chronicled somewhat of them. Colored Washington was not left in the dark. On the first Monday night there came into the spacious John W. C. Brown, pastor, a great, intelligent audience. They heard frank utterances and positive demands for liberation from Maurice Spencer, local chairman; Dr. S. H. Harrison, of Oklahoma; H. H. Harrison, of New York; the brainy chairman of the Congress; Wm. Monroe Trotter, the executive secretary, and the eloquent J. W. Bell, of Kentucky. At first a audience sat around the big flags still in a suspense. Then as speakers boldly announced for their race which was proclaimed for the world they relaxed and then waxed enthusiastic. FIVE GREAT MASS MEETINGS TWO MEN SENIOR APPROVED Then the "fee was broken." Tuesday night, despite the rain, another great audience listened to manly and able addresses by Rev. M. F. Sydes, R. I. Atty, W. A. Hawkins, Md.; C. Morris, N. Y., and applauded. Wednesday night a mammoth audience, overwhelming by big church heard as he approved the holding of congress as patriotic; Prof. A. W. Whaley, of Boston; Rev. M. A. N. Shaw, of Boston, whose ovation as he closed at midnight was greater than that to Cong. Madden and again, H. Harrison, who was applauded till 12:45 a. m. Thursdid another mammoth audience heard W. H. Oklahoma, rew. C. H. Stephan of Baltimore, rew. C. H. Congressman L. C. Dyer of Missouri, author of the anti-lynching bill, who declared all true Americans at home should be bringing about democracy in the U. S. A., while the soldiers are fighting in Europe for world democracy. Friday night, another large audience heard Rev. H. D. Martin, of Georgia, brother of Granville Maring, Rev. C. M. Tanner, pastor of the Magistrate M. A. M. e church, and P. A. Stephens, of Chattanooga, Tenn. APPROVE RACE'S PETITION Then W. Monroe Trotter read the petition which had beaten unanimously approved by the delegates and put into the hands of Rev. Gillett and of Senator Pennerose fo' presentati on to congress. It was so satisfactory that the Boston Editor was given a rising vote. The Republican Rep. Madden been given and after eulogy by Prof. Bell was by rising vote declared the Radical race leader, RECEPTION After midnight on Thursday night Red Cross units gave the delegates a reception lasting till 2 a.m., a delightful affair in the lecture hall and dining room where meals were served daily. A delightful feature of the night sessions was the remarkable work of Nina Winnih Williams, prima donna, soprano, inventor were pronounced by Rev. W. C. Brown, Bishop I. N. Ross, Rev. C. Manner, Rev. W. C. Weston. Alabama; Rev. M. J. Adams, Alabama; Pro. Braxton rendered organ solos. Tuesday night, and Prof. Perelvali Parham of Boston, on Thursday Tuesday, the Tampa Bay table averaged $35.90 per night, and the Liberty Congress captured Coloried Washington. PETITION PRESENTED This incomplete report but half describes this earnest gathering Saturday at 1 oclock it closed. All debts were padd, otes of thanks were passed to Harrison, Bell, Trotter, Rev. Brown, local committee, the Justice Department, the court till another liberty Congress next year, this annual meeting being the only access of which there is to be any permanent organization, was hastened to go to the capitol where the petition of the colony to democracy's rights was presented by Rep. P. H. Gillette, of Massachusetts. TO WAR DEPARTMENT On Monday, Robt. N. Owens applied for audience at War Department and was put off till Tuesday when he and Editor Trotter saw theudge Advocate General, Col. Mayes, and were told the War Department would insist on same transportation for white and colored soldiers and had turned case of Dr. Jones of St. Louis over to the Department of Justice. They also saw the Adjutant General, Gen. Cane, who said the Halloion order was not approved and that he would correct any indifference he made to the Senate. Sen. Penrose plans to read the petition to the U. S. Senate at the best opportunity. So the congress of the United States now knows well the stand of colored America for a share in world democracy. SEND FOR CONGRESSIONAL RECORD The petition is published in full in the Congressional Record of June 29th. Write and ask your representative or senator to send you a copy. COMMITTEE ON DRAFTING W. M. Trotter, Massachusetts. A. W. Whaley, Massachusetts. A. W. Hawkins, Maryland. W. M. Jones, Arkansas. Robt. M. Owens, Missouri. Mrs. M. Gladstone, New York. I. B. Allen, New York. W. E. Hester, Tennessee. G. W. Bell, Kentucky. OFFICERS OF EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF CALL FOR NEXT SESSION Officers of Committee to call and open next session: W. M. Trotter, chairman; Rev. M. F. Sydes, R. L. vice-chairman; J. W. Bell, Earlington, Ky., recording secretary; M. W. Spencer, corresponding secretary; Rev. C. S. Whitted, Ct., treasurer; sub committee of management: Messrs. Trotter Bell, Spencer Whit ted and Hon. I. B. Allon, R. N. Owen, of St. Louis, Mo.; A. J. Smitherman, of Tulsa, Okla.; Rev. H. D Martin, Georgia. COMMITTEES On Credentials—Hon. I. B. Allen, New York; Prof. J. J. Starks, South Carolina; Mrs. W. O. Taylor, Massa- chusetts, who registered delegates and held fees, with Mrs. I. Moorran Blackstone, New York, assisting. On Rules—M. W. Spencer, W. H. Trower, M. A. Shaw, C. W. Childs, T. J. Mopping. To confer with Speaker of House— W. M. Trotter, H. H. Harrison, I. B. Allen. To confer with President of Sen- ate—W. H. Twino, M. F. Sydes, of (Continued on Eighth Page) POLICE CASES BEFORE HIS HONOR, MAYOR GEORGE AINSLIE POLICE CASES BEFORE HIS HONOR, MAYOR GEORGE AINSLIE Public investigation of the charges made against Chief of Police C. A. Sherry, Captain Georgy E. Pollock, Detective L. C. Burtuei and Policeman C. A. Strain by the special grand jury of the Hustings Court was begun before Mayor George Ainslie yesterday afternoon at three o'clock in the courtroom of the City Circuit Court. By agreement, the investigation of the charges preferred against Captain Pollock was the first of the series of trials which are the outgrowth of the inquiry of irregularities in the Police Department by the recent grand jury. During the course of the hearing yesterday the great majority of the witnesses for the Commonwealth were examined, and crosses examined. Two important matters are to be heard. They are James T. Brayey, manager of Murphy's Hotel and an amble Policeman Archio C. Holt who is away on his furlough. It is undersed that the nature of the testimony of these witnesses is merely corroborative. Before the trials began yesterday afternoon Mayor Aimie迪契 issue an order suspending Chief Sherry, Captain Pollock, Detective Bertueau and Pollinan Strain. Counsel for the defense had indicated that at present the testimony for "bad" for Captain Pollock, but asserted that they would be able to prove the testimony false. The further assertion was that they would be able to disprove the testimony of House Detective Powers and prove the testimony of Police Serguei Jordan was guilty by jealousy and prejudice. More than seventy-five witnesses have been summoned by the defense. NEXT HEARING TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON Because of the fact that Commonwealth's Attorney Wise and Gilbert P. Pollock, attorney for the defense, will be detained in the trial of cases in the Hustings Court to-day, further investigations in the investigation of accusations posted until three d'clock Wednesday day afternoon. The case is not yet half completed. It is known that Mayor Ainslie was counting on completing the hearing of each case in one day, or two days at the outside. But judging from the progress made at the trial yesterday the trials of all the men under fire will not be completed until the latter part of next week. The witnesses who were introduced by the Commonwealth and testifying against Captain Pollock in the order of their testimony are as follows: Policeman W. A. Clarke of the Second District; Magistrate J. A. Purdie, Sergeant R. B. Jordan, of the Second Wright; Captain of Detectives, A. S. Wright; John B. Hooke, House Detective of Murphy's Hatch, of Policeman W. E. Brennan, of the Second District and Policeman T. G. Walton, of the Second District. POWERS TELLS OF POLLOCKS VISIT TO HOTEL BOOM. The consensus of opinion in the courtroom was that unless broken or clearly explained the evidence reluctantly offered by Mr. Powers was the most damaging evidence introduced by the Commonwealth. Mr. Powers testified that at some time during the year—he could not remember the time he was in the month—he had found Captain Pollock in a room at the hotel with a woman, both scantily attired and both under the influence of liquor. He also said that in order to make sure before entering the room, he looked at the hotel register and saw the names of two women who had registered for the room. According to his testimony he told Captain Pollock that he would have to get the woman out of the hotel. With that, he said that he went out, returned in one-half an hour, and both were gone. Mr. Powers admitted that Captain Pollock explained his presence to him there by saying that he was on business. However, he said that he would let him go only on the condition that he hold a conference with the manager of the hotel, Mr. Disney, the following morning and give reasons or explanation for his presence in the hotel in such a position. Policeman W. E. Clarke, of the Second District, was the first witness called for the Commonwealth. At this time, in answer to a query from Commonwealth's Attorney George E. Wise to the scopa and rules governing the practice of Auslie said that his court would recognize rules of courts of record in regard to the admissibility of evidence. tion of the prosecution. He put two questions to Mayor Aimile, saying that they were fundamental in that they would decide the rules that would guide the investigation to the end. The first question was in regard to the range of evidence and the admissibility of evidence. This question, the Mayor answered by saying that the practice of courts of record would be more useful to the Mayor to ensure an enhance discourse upon the powers that the Mayor exercised over the Police Department, as decided by the Hustings Court. He said that the power of the Mayor comes from the Constitution in section 120 and from the amended charter for the city of Richmond, as is included in the Acts of 1916. Then Mr. Wise read an *except* from the charter, which says that the Chief of Police serves during the pleasure of the Mayor or "pending good behavior" in the city, and that the police service." It was apparent to those who have been following the cases that the prosecution inured to lay down rules in the beginning which would contradict and deny the point made by the defense in the Hustings Court to the effect that a police officer could be suspended or removed from office only if misconduct in office or neglect of duty." This point Col. David H. Leake leaked counsel for the defense, interrupted and emphatically said: "We are not prepared to meet technicalities but we are prepared and ready to meet the specifications and charges." CLRKE TELLS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AT PLOCKLOS HOME As Mr. Wise proceeded to clarify his point at length, Attorney Gilbert K. Pollock, in a heated manner, explained the position of the defense: "Let's save time and not pillar about technicalities. We are ready to meet the question and the charges. We admit that the Mayor has broad powers. But he's do away with the long and intermittable delays of investigation and do justice to the accused." Then it was that Policeman Clarke proceeded with his testimony. He had not gone far before the question of hearsay evidence was raised by the defense, and this was overruled. He then became evident that his testimony required that of domestic violence at the home of Captain Pollock. Then Attorney Leake declared that: "there was nothing in the charges that presupposed this kind of testimony, and we did not think that the prosecution would go so far as to invade the sanctity of the home, Mr. Wise, do you think that the charges contain anything of this nature?" Mr. Wise replied that the evidence of Policeman Clarke presposed drunkness and disorderly conduct and that Captain Pollock was threatening suicide. "That's why I wanted to make him pay the charges in the beginning." After Policeman Pollock then earnestly said to the court: "The police instruction includes a family disagreement, in which the wife of Captain Pollock in a fit of anger called up the Second Police Station, and the men on duty responded. But do you want to expose a family difference here in court for the benefit of the muckraker and the onlooker when it has no bearing on the case?" Bryan replied and the squabble in court then became a free-for-all issue: "We have no desire for muckraking. We intend to meet one (Continued on Eighth Page.) Prof. J. H. Hill, in charge of the Industrial Department of Armstrong School, of Washington, D. C., in company with his daughter, Miss Catherine E. Hill are in the city, the guest of Mrs. Maria Smith, 517 North Second street. Messrs. W. H. Crocker and C. W. Jordan, of Suffolk, Va. were in the city attending the sessions of the Virginia State Negro Business, League. Mr. Crocker is President of the League. The Negro State Business League is holding a splendid session here at the 3rd Street Bethel A. M. E. Church this week. LABOR DAY PICNIC Stop, look, listen! Are you going? Going where? To Lecost, Midlothian Va., the new Fish Pond and Picnic Ground for Colored People. There will be a large picnic given there for the benefit of the new Help One Another Club and we are asking every colored man, woman and child to meet us at Lecost on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 1918. All persons from Hopewell will start from Dreamland. We also ask every colored man or woman who has an automobile to help us on that day. There will be some of the best men and women of the race to speak to you on that day. Edward McElvene, Proprietor, address Box 216, City Point, Va. or Box 4 Midlothian, Va. The boy with the Yellow Hudson Car. PRICE, FIVE CENTS OUR COLORED SOLDIERS ON THE FIRING LINE IN FRANCE Remarks of Hon. Richard W. Austin of Tennessee, In the House of Representatives, June 22, 1918 Mr. Austin, Mr. Chairman, I avail myself of this opportunity to submit to the Congress and the American people the testimony of Gen. Pershing on the enviable record being in four colored regiments now in France in the dring line. The statement of the commissioners' forces on the western front will silence the many false reports put in circulation in this country as to the treatment and the conduct of the colored soldiers who are a part of our brave and invincible Army which is maintaining the glorious traditions of the American Army and Navy. Many of these soldiers come from the districts I represent and I am proud of the record they are making in orchestrating our rights and in doing their duty in make the world free and America safe and secure for all time. Here is Gen Pershing's justribute to these men: The stories probably invented by German agents, that colored soldiers in France are always placed in most dangerous positions and sacrificed to save white soldiers; that when wounded they are left on the ground to die without medical attention, etc., absolutely false. FIGURES ON THEIR LOSSES The following are the losses as reported up to June 18 in the four colored combatant regiments now in France: The Three hundred and sixty-ninth Infantry—Died of wounds; 3; died of disease, 8; severely wounded, 2. The Three hundred and seventieth Infantry—Died of wounds, none; died of disease, 3; severely wounded, none. The Three hundred and seventy-first Infantry—Died of wounds, none; died of disease, 8; severely wounded, none. The Three hundred and seventy-second Infantry—Died of wounds, none; died of disease, 3; severely wounded. These figures show conclusively that Negro troops have not thus far occupied positions as dangerous as those occupied by white troops, and that their physical condition is excellent. A tour of inspection just completed among American Negro troops by officers of the training section of these headquarters shw the comparatively high degree of training and training is identical with that of other American troops serving with the French Army, the effort being to lead all American troops gradually to heavy combat duty by a preliminary service in trenches in quiet sectes. Colored troops in trenches have been particularly fortunate, as one regiment had been there a month before any losses were suffered. This was almost unheard of on the western front. The exploits of two colored infantrymen some of which are inpoisoning a regiment in poaching, killing and wounding several Germans and winning the croix de guerre by their gallantry, have aroused a fine spirit. NASH—In loving remembrance of our beloved son and friend, Dr. William A. Nash, who departed this life one year ago, to day, July 26, 1917. All of his pain and suffering wore With a smile of heavenly mirth. And when the angels came down and called him home, He smiled farewell to earth. By his devoted mother and friend, MRS. ELVIRA NASH. CRAWLEY—PEYTON. On June 12th, the wedding of Mr. Robert D. Crawley to Miss Janet Payton was solemnized at her home, Tarboro, N. C. Mrs. C. Crawley at her home Stop 2. Petersburg car-line, South Richmond. Friends are welcome. Women Wanted! The women of Richmond are certainly asked to be present at Mt Carmel Baptist Church, Sunday, July 28, 1918 3:30 P. M. to a great mass meeting for women only. Mrs. Lucy A. Coles will speak. Subject, "The Inside of African Women's Life Revealed." No girls admitted; only women. Under the auspices of the Missionary Circle. Please bring a silver offering. Mrs. Rosa Stutton Coffee is President TWO SATURDAY.....JULY 27, 1918 THREE BARGES SUNK BY HUN SUBMARINE OFF ATLANTIC COAST Orleans, Mass., July 21—An enemy submarine attacked a tow off the easternmost point of Cape Cod today, sank three barges and set a fourth and their tug on fire. The action lasted an hour, and was unchallenged, except for two hydroplanes from the Chatham aviation station, which circled over the U-boat' causing her to submerge for only a moment, to reappear and resume firing. Of the forty-one persons, including three women and five children, on board, three men—Captain Charles Ainslie, of the Lansford, and John Bolovich and John Vitz Austrian members of the tug crew—were wounded. Bolovich probably will lose an arm; Vitz had one hand blown off. Captain Ainslie was wounded in both arms by shipman. The barges were in tow of the tugs Perth Amboy, owned by the Lehigh Valley Railroad, and were bound from Gloucester for New York. One was located with stone, but the others were light, being on their return trip after bringing coal to New England. The attack was without warning, and only the poor marksmanship of the German gunners permitted the escape of the crews. The one-sided tight took place three miles south of the Orleans const-guard station, which is locate midway between Chatham at the elbow, and Highland light at the extreme tip of the cape. The firing was heard for miles, and brought thousands to the beach from which the flashes of the guns and the outline of the U-boat were plainly visible. Possible danger to the onlookers was not thought of until a shell whizzed over their heads and splashed in a pond a mile inland. Three other shells buried themselves in the sand of the beach. The survivors of the tow, with the exception of two injured, were taken to the Orleans const-guard stations, communication with which by telephone, under navy regulations, was not permitted. No information could be obtained from official sources on the cape. The survivors lost all their personal effects and some of them who were in their banks when the U-boat appeared, came ashore in their night clothing. FIRST SHOT STRIKES BARGE AMIDSHIPS The tug Perth Amboy with her four barges in line was pulling along leisurely just off the shoals, two miles from shore at 11 o'clock this morning when the U-boat of an estimated length of 400 feet, rose suddenly one mile seaward and trained her guns on the tow. A moment later and without warning to the crew, a shell struck the second barge amidships. The empty craft doubled up and sank so quick that her crew barely had time to lower their small boat. Captain J. H. Tapley, of the tug, had sounded his whistle as soon as the U-boat was sighted and ordered the barges abandoned. The first shot was followed by a rain of shells that dropped on and all about the Perth Amboy and her barges. A lucky shot next sank the last bargue. Meanwhile hits on the tug had set her afire, but she stood by her barges to the finish. The third bargue in the line, the smallest of all, proved a harry work and the German gunners occupied half an hour in disposing of her. By this time the firing had alarmed the whole cape and cries for assistance were sent broadcast. No American warships, however, appeared to be in the vicinity, and the exhibition of German gunnery went on methodically. Then two hydroplanes rose from the station at Chatham, and flying low darted toward the enemy as though to attack. It could not be seen that they dropped any bombs, but the Germans evidently anticipated an attack from the air, for they stopped firing and elevated their guns against the hydroplanes. They did not fire, however, and a moment later submerged. PLANBS CIRCLE ABOUT FRIGHT ENING THE RAIDERS The planes circled about where the enemy was last seen and then turned their noses toward their station. Scarcely had they reached shore when the U-boat reappeared and resumed her attack on the tug and the one light barge remaining aloft. Both the tug and the barge were in flames and were held where they were by the sunken barge, one of which with a load of stone, made an effective anchor. When the firing began the crews lost no time in abandoning the tow. Each of the four barges had one small boat, intended to carry only five persons, and all the craft were greatly overloaded. In addition the occupants were exposed to constant danger from shell fire. Several merchant craft were in the vicinity, and regardless of the menace to themselves, went to the rescue of the crews, and towed the small boats to shore. The men of the Perth Amboy, who stood by their ship until it was ablaze from bow to stern, were taken off by lifeboats from the coast guard station. The U-boat was still trying to find vulnerable spots in the Perth Amboy and the remaining barge when the hydroplanes again appeared. At sight of the planes the submarine again submerged, and did not reappear. YOUTH WAVES AMERICAN FLAG IN FACE OF HUNS did not suffer physical harm, though one of the women, who had been making her first trip at sea, fainted after she had been placed in a small boat. Among the children was an eleven-year-old boy, who at the first sign of battle grabbed an American flag and shook it defiantly toward the U-boat. The lad was still clinging to the colors, held broadly above his head, when he landed on the beach. The German commander either took a long chance or had an exact chart of the dangerous shoals and shifting sand bars of the capes. It would be impossible for him to submerge to any great depth, and the sceno of his exploits was not one in which undersea boats might be expected to operate. Tonight he was being hunted by patrol vessels and other war craft. MINE SUNK WARSHIP New York, July 20.—About forty men lost their lives when the United States cruiser San Diego was sunk 10 miles off Fire Island yesterday, according to a semiofficial estimate made here tonight. Most of those who perished are believed to have been members of the engine room who were killed outright or who were so seriously injured in the explosion which wrecked the cruiser that they were unable to save themselves before the ship went down. It has been established also that several of the crew struggling in the water were struck by the smoke-stacks of the cruiser. These men were stunned, and drowned before help could reach them. TAKEN TO ALMY DOCKS Others lost their lives when they were caught under a lifebelt which was being launched just as the warship turned on its side before going down. The men handling the raft lost control of it, and it slid over the side on top of the men in the water. The survivors from the San Diego were kept all gay on the army docks at Hoboken, to be checked up by the officers of the ship. An official list of survivors given out tonight contains 1,156 names. It will be impossible to determine exactly the loss of life until this list is sent to Washington and compared with the Navy Department lists. Her exact complement was not obtainable here tonight. The cruiser San Diego was probably the victim of German mines, laid either by the first U-boat raiders, or by a new expedition. This became evident last night after the Navy Department had announced that a group of six mines located and exploded in the Fire Island light vicinity were not of American manufacture, but instead were of German make. Secretary Daniels has adopted the mine theory, dispatches from Norfolk last night stated. High officials of the department inluded to the mine destruction theory in the light of this development, Naval vessels, it was stated, found the mines Friday and blew them up. Some of them were wrecked without any examination whatever, but it was apparent from the investigation that they were of the medium sized type which submarines can lay. TREEK KNOWN TO BE DEAD Three men are known definitely to have perished in the explosion. The department and Rear Admiral Gleaves at New York are carefully tracing out the lists. The known dead are: Thomas E. Davis, engineman, second class, Canton, Ohio. Frazier O. Thomas, machinist's mate, second class, Charleston, W. Va. James F. Rocket, engineman, third class, Blue Lake, Cal. CONTRADICT CHEQISTY REPORT Capt. R. H. Christy, commander of the San Diego, sent in a report in which he expressed the view that a submarine sank the vessel. Other reports tended to courtadict this idea and during yesterday forenoon the Navy Department would make no statement as to its convictions. Later in the day, however, the fact that the German mines had been encountered impressed the officials with the idea that another of these was responsible for the sinking. The mine theory is still not conclusive, but special doubt was cast on the submarine theory as no torpedo wake was seen; no convincing evidence was presented that a periscope was seen; and no submarine appeared, though it could have bagged several unarmed rescue ships sanding by for several hours. EXLOSION A SINLE ONE The explosion was a single one, and occurred at the engine room bulkheads. The department heard various rumors from unofficial sources during the day that submarines had been sighted off the coast, but said that no officials had sent information tending to confirm such stories. One rumor affloat was that submarines had been sighted off Sandy Hook. It was admitted, however, that it was possible that a new minelying U-boat had been operating recently off the coast, supplementing the work of the vessel which is known to have laid mines off the Delaware Capes several weeks ago. On the other hand, it was said to be equally possible that the present group of mines were distributed on that occasion. ADMIRAL PALMER'S STATEMENT The conduct of officers and men when the San Diego sank was inspiring. The captain and his executive were the last to go overboard, and they were cheered by survivors as they did so. Then, as the flag was unfurled over a launch, the crew sang "The Star-Spangled a binner." Read Admiral, Leigh C Palmer, acting secretary of navy, made this statement yesterday on the sinking: Fuller particulars received regarding the sinking of the U. S. S. San Diego show that the explosion took place on the port side just aft of the forward port engine-room bulkhead The feed tank and circulating pump were blown in, and the port engine wrecked. "Full speed ahead was rung, and the starboard engine operated until it was stopped by water rising in the THE RIGHTMIND PLA BRANY IN ENGINE ROOM "Machinik's Mato Hawthrono, was at the throttle in the port engine room desk. He got up, closed the throttle on the engine, which had already stopped, and then escaped up the engine room ladder. "Lieut. Millan, on watch in the starboard engine room, closed the water-tight door to the engine room and gave the necessary instructions to the fire room to protect the boilers. "The ship listed to port heavily so that the water entered the gun ports on the gun deck. The vessel listed eight degrees quickly, then hung for seven minutes; then gradually listed, the speed increasing until thirty-five degrees was reached. "At this time the port quarter deck was three feet under water. The ship then rapidly turned turtle and sank. CAPT. CHRISTY'S ESCAPE "Capt. Christy went from the bridge down two ladders to the boat deck, slid down a line to the armored belt, then dropped down four feet to the bilge-keel, and thence to the dock-keel, which at that time was eight feet above water. From there he jumped into the water. The ship was about five minutes in turning over after she reached 35 degrees keel. "No wake of a torpedo was seen. The first thing Capt. Christy noticed was, while standing on the wheelhouse, eight feet above the forward bridge, he felt and heard a dull explosion. He immediately sounded submarine defense quarters as the general alarm MEN STAND AT POSTS "Everything went quietly and according to drill schedule. The captain rang full speed ahead, and sent officers to investigate the damage. At the time he thought the ship would not sink. Two motor sailors were ordered zigged out, but not to be lowered until further orders. "At the submarine defense call the men went quietly to their station and manned the guns. They stood by the port guns until they were awash and by the starboard guns until the list of the ship pointed them up into the air. "When it seemed obvious that the vessel would capsize, the order was given to abandon ship, except the port side gun crew, which were to remain at their station as long as the guns would bear. Boats were ordered lowered, and two sail boats, one dinghy, one wherry and two punts, were launched. The life rafts were launched and the lumber piled on deck was loosed and set adrift. Fifty mess tables and a hundred kapok mattresses were thrown overboard. CREW SINGS AND CHEERS "Abandon ship was complete before the vessel began to capsize. Perfect order was preserved, the men cheering When on the rafts they sang, "The Star-Spangled Banner and "My Country "Tis of Thee," checked for the captain, the executive officers and the ship, and cheered when the United States ensign was hoisted on the sail boat. "Two dinghies with 6 officers and 21 men, pulled to shore and arrived safely at 1:20 p. m. The steamer Malden came into sight and picked up 370 officers and men. The steamer Bossom reached the scene 20 minutes later and picked up 708 officers and men. The steamship S. P. Jones came up and took aboard 78 men. "These three steamers searched the entire vicinity for survivors until 3 p. m. A fourth steamer came up later, but so far as known did not pick up any survivors. HELPED BY RED CROSS "The three steamers took the survivors to New York, where they were taken on board a United States ship, on which every provision had been made for their reception. They were given food and clothing. . . ." 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Phone, Randolph 2166 Taking of Contracts for Building Job Work A Specialist T, Funeral Director OFFICE 2220 E. MAIN ST. RANDOLPH 2073. ALL NIGHT ALL RANDOLPH 2703. D. VIRGINIA his malice on preachers in general and to get in a good anti-prohibition argument. This week he was seen talking to a group of men and was heard to deliver himself in this fashion: (The part of his speech consigning all the preachers via specially transports to the place that would not harbor a tallow-candle dog a pair minutes, is obviously omitted.) "If this is a fro country, why is it that I can't drink as much as I want, oh! Old Noah had his regular toldies, beforeo man know how to spell democracy and horo I can't get mine in a democracy country! Yes, and—and—and didn't Christ even turn water into wine! Bhe? Did he?" POUR Published every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr., at 311 N. 4th Street, Richmond, Virginia. All communications intended for publication should be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. Entered 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 Hon. Emmett J. Scott, Special Assistant to the Secretary of War, announces that Secretary of War Newton D. Baker has authorized the calling of colored nurses for service. This will be gratifying information to the colored people of this country. Slowly, but surely, official recognition is being accorded us. Now, let the colored physicians and surgeons have their innuition. They are ready to respond from nineteen to seventy years of age, if the War Department deems it necessary. --- SNOW IS THE ACCEPTED TIME Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, in an editorial article in the July Crisis, used the following language: Let us, while the war lasts, forget our special grievances and close our ranks shoulder to shoulder with our own white follow citizens and the allied nations that are fighting for democracy. On account of this language, some of the speakers at a meeting of the Washington Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People denominated him a traitor to the race, a veritable Benedict Arnold. The New York Crisis is the official organ of that great organization. We do not see that the words used justified in any particular the use of such language towards one of the best leaders that our race has produced. We admit that we would have used the following language: Let us, while the war lasts, not forget our special grievances, but nevertheless, while protesting against them, close our ranks shoulder to shoulder with our own white fellow citizens and the allied nations that are fighting for democracy. We use this language for the reason that this is what we are actually doing in the face of almost unbearable racial discriminations. Conditions are improving though, and the attitude of Southern white men towards us recently has been so gratifying that we feel disposed to do everything in our power to aid them in particular and the country in general and we are putting this disposition into actual practice. In his patriotic zeal to serve his country Dr. DuBois may have "leaned a little too far back-ward" but this should not have been deemed to be a sufficient justification for assailing him in this manner and to consider as naught the work of a life-time. It is this disposition that has done as as much injury as the onslaughts of our traducers. We know that now is the time to ask for privileges not extended and for rights denied. Emancipation came as a war measure. Woman suffrage in many of the States has come as a war measure. Prohibition has come as a war measure and the granting of equal rights and privileges to the colored people of the United States must necessarily come as a war measure. While we do not like to do it at this time, this is the time to make our wants known. The increase in wages for the laboring elements and the recognition of the labor interests have come as a war measure. Brethren, now is the accepted time. Now is the time to protest and now is the time to insist upon proper recognition at the hands of the government. We should not do this to hinder the work of the War Department, but rather as a means to help that Department and the Government upon the ground that a satisfied people can exert more energy in the work of winning the war than a disgruntled element that is feeling keenly the sting of racial discriminations and the denial of constitutional rights and privileges, to which they are lawfully and rightfully entitled. Let us offer our services, our lives and our money to the Government, whether they grant our requests or not, but on the other hand, let us not hesitate to press our plea for justice at the hands of a nation that has never appealed to us in vain. We hope that Major Joel E. Spingarn and Dr. W. E. B. DuBois will endeavor to have Posamaster A. S. Burleson, of Texas deliver an address, in which he will paraphrase the editorial utterances of Dr. DuBois in the New York Crisis and address them to the Negro-hating element of the country as follows: "Let us, while this war lasts, forget our special personal prejudices and innate antipathy to the Negroes, and close our ranks shoulder to shoulder with our black fellow citizens and the allied nations that are fighting for democracy. Such advice coming from the President of this Republic or the Postmaster General of this nation would do a "world" of good in eliminating racial antipathies and in taking a long stride forward in the great task of winning the war. --- DR. JUDKINS AND THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONVENTION Rev. Robert Chapman Judkins, D. D., pastor of the Salem Baptist church of Jersey City, New Jersey, is making another effort to bring together the warring factions of the National Baptist Convention. In this issue he charges that ten men, six on one side of the controversy and four on the other, are secretly planning to prevent the anmalgamation and union of the two factions of the Baptist denomination. It does not take either a seer or a prophet to understand that President E. P. Jones and Rev. R. H. Boyd constitute a part of the membership on the one side, and some others close to President E. C. Morris, if not President Morris himself on the other. The inference is that while the latter is favoring union away down in his "heart of hearts," he hopes that it may not be consummated. We are not ready to share in this opinion of this distinguished churchman. We can see that upon the basis of peace as arranged at the Memphis meeting that he is not over-consumist of the consummation of the desires of the Baptist people of this country. Even should this be true, who can blame him? So far as we have been able to observe the Boyd Jones faction "drove a good bargain." They were assuredly given more than they conceded. Dr. Judkin's plan is to arouse public sentiment to a point where the leaders will be forced to agree to the findings of the peace commission. We have never been able to see why both side should not have accepted the tentative agreement as concurred in by their representatives. Certain it is, the sentiment of the country will be with the Morris side of the convention, if that side should live up to the agreement and the other side should not do so. Recognition will be accorded to the loyal Baptists of the National Baptist Convention and the National Baptist Convention unincorporated will find itself in a most embarrassing predicament We are disposed to agree with some of the critics of both sides when they assign office and money as being the underlying cause of the disgruntlement and the blocking of the machinery for the promotion of peace. It has always been so. The colored Elks got rid of this phase of the situation by specifying one man from one faction should be exalted Ruler for one term and one from the other faction the term following. This brought peace and promoted harmony. It will be a difficult task though to agree upon any basis, other than that acquiesced in b by the Baptist representatives at Memphis. Men who will not live up to an agreement in one instance cannot be logically expected to live up to an agreement in another. When honor is found wanting then honorable discussion is out of the question and we can only wait for that period of sober thought and Christian Judgment when the heart-burnings, personal grudges and selfish ambitions on the part of those chosen to lead us shall have passed away forever. DR. DUBOIS AND THE WAR DEPARTMENT The New York Age in its issue of the 13th, publishes the following interesting news item: Dr. W. E. B. Dubois, editor of The Crisis, has been appointed captain in the intelligence department of the United States Army. Editor Dubois is to be an assistant to Major Spingarn. It is generally believed that he will resign the editorship of The Crisis. Just why the remark was made that it is believed that Dr. DuBois will resign the editorship of The Crisis would no doubt make interesting reading. It is a fact that persons connected with the War Department are not permitted to write for magazines or the daily press without permission from their superiors in office or without having what they write scanned and censored by those in authority. If we have been misinformed relative to this state of affairs we shall be pleased to be advised of the same. In our conversations with some of the persons connected with this department of the THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA government we have been asked not to quote them. It may be then that the New York Age took it for granted that Dr. Du Bois would resign the editorship of the New York Crisis, a position which he had filled for some time to the satisfaction of the reading public. There have been two schools of radical thought in this country among the colored people leavened by a conservative group of which the late Dr. Booker T. Washington was the most ardent exponent. The Washington mantle seems to have been either divided or has been used at one and the same time by the Hon. Emmett J. Scott and Dr. R. R. Moton, both of whom have been consistent devotees of their patron Saint, Dr Washington, who has gone on before. The other schools were represented by William Monroe Trotter, Esq., editor of the Boston Guardian, on the one hand, and by Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, editor the New York Crisis, on the other. Both of these leaders are connected with influential organizations. Dr. DuBois is admittedly the ablest citizen of color before the people of this country today. He belongs in the upper atmosphere of thought, so to speak, being a proverbial "book-worm," a man so well learned in letters as to make it difficult to find associates, who are able to follow him in the realms of scholastic thought to which he has for many years had ready access. So much for that. The Administration at Washington has virtually accomplished what might have been a few months ago deemed the impossible. It has brought the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People through its officers in direct contact with the War Department which heretofore has been the hot-bed of race prejudice and social ostracisms. By the appointment of Dr. George E. Haynes as Director of the alleged Giles B. Jackson's Bureau of Economics with Col. Giles B. Jackson left out, the "first blood" was drawn so to speak, or more properly speaking, the first success was achieved. Then Major E. Springin, the sponsor for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was appointed on the General Staff at Washington. He is a white gentleman of rare intellectual attainments. He has succeeded in bringing to his assistance his great and good friend, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois. This seems to have met with general approval in some quarters and with much dissatisfaction in some others, if we are to judge by the reports of a meeting held by the Washington, D.C., branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People of which Dr. Archibald K. Grimke is the President. The direct cause of the outburst is chargeable to an editorial article, which appeared in the July number of the Crisis, urging the race to bury its grievances for the time being. This is alleged to be unlike the uncompromising Dr. DuBois and is traceable to the influence of the War Department. But it is best to reproduce the report, which, we are privately informed gives but a slight idea of the passion displayed in the meeting and the violent attitude of some of the speakers, who addressed the meeting; Washington, July 14.—The stormiest meeting ever held by the local branch of the N. A. A. C. P, here was held last Wednesday evening. Because of the question of endorsing Dr. DuBois' desire to continue as editor of the Crisis while holding a commission as Captain in the Army, assigned to duties in the Intelligence Bureau, and the matter of repudiating his editorial in the last issue of the Crisis urging the race to "bury our grievances, an exceptionally large attendance was present. Many of the speeches were radically denunciatory of Editor DuBois' alleged selfishness in desiring to draw salary from two positions and "traitor" and 'Bendict Arnold" were some of the endearing terms applied to him by speakers because of his "Close Ranks" editorial in the last issue of The Crisis. The local branch here which numbers 7,000 members went on record as censuring Editor DuBois for attempting to draw salary for two positions, and for his alleged surrendering editorial in last issue of The Crisis. The local branch sustained the board of trustees of the N. A. A. C. P, in their decision reached at a meeting in New York that Editor DuBois must choose between the editorship of The Crisis and a position with the Intelligence Bureau in the War Department; that he cannot remain editor and serve in some other capacity. In short it has been made plain to Dr. DuBois that he cannot serve two masters. It was further impressed upon him, it is alleged, that if he continues as editor of The Crisis he must continue the heretofore policy of that publication respecting rights of the race. The entire N. A. A. C. P, organization is greatly stirred over what many members claim was an abandoning of the race by Dr. DuBois. This presents a unique situation of affairs as well as a most embarrassing one. Dr. DuBois as a patriotic citizen is virtually forced to choose between two things, either to accept the appointment and give up service to his own people, or to attempt to serve the Government and the War Department at Washington and The Crisis and the colored people of the United States in New York. Can he do both of these things at one and the same time? As for the salary, we are of the opinion from his past methods of living, he is able to expend the amounts without much embarrassment and not realize to any great extent that he has been the beneficiary of both positions. Personally, we would like to see him drawing a compensation of ten thousand dollars per year and we refuse to discuss it from that angle. From the enactment of the espionage laws and the rulings of the Department of (in)Justice, there are but few rights and privileges left a journalist in this country anyway, and one has no specific rule of law by which he can be guided. We are all trying to promote the success of President Woodrow Wilson and those who are doing all they can to aid him in the great task that today confronts him and the nation. What will Dr. DuBois do in the premises? He is an independent proposition and has up to this time been doing his own thinking. What conclusions has he reached and what effect will resolutions and advice have upon him, coming as they do from persons who had previously condemned his course and who have set him up to ridicule, without according to him and his friends a respectful hearing? For our own part we would be glad if we could get some of our leaders to talk less and consult more. Dr. Grimke is "true blue" so far as racial interests are concerned. Too much so, perhaps for his own financial good. The same may be said of William Monroe Trotter and some others. But they are necessary individuals in this great struggle and will aid us in reaching the goal towards which we are all traveling. We have been for years alligned with the so-called radicals ourselves and we can understand their feelings. But this time will bring about some conservatism and with this conservatism and wisdom, greater results can be obtained. We do not see how Dr. DuBois can properly decline the appointment to the position $a_{g}$ a desk captain in the War Department, and we do not see how he can resign the editorship of the Crisis. We have no hesitation in saying that we hope that he will hold both positions, or at least try to hold them. If one or the other is to be relinquished, let him retain the position of editor of the New York Crisis. But now, coming to think over the matter, we have made the same mistake that the hot-headed Washingtonians have made and attempted to dictate and advise our good friend, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois as to what he should do when he has not asked our opinion upon the subject. Dr. DuBois is his own master and upon his decision in the matter we shall rest the case and be content. Selah. --- Worry as little as possible and live as long as you can. Teach your children politeness and do this by practicing it yourself. Buy land and Liberty bonds colored folks; buy Liberty bonds and land. The Police Department is fighting for its existence, and the indications are that it will continue to exist. President Wilson does not seem to be growing much older under the war strain that he is now undergoing. Colored folks, make friends with the Southern white folks who are now making advances towards you. We shall need their friendship before we shall emerge from this "neck of the woods." Men desiring to go to France should be permitted to go, and some of those desiring to stay on this side of the "big pond" should be permitted to stay. As for the world, it has gone "war mad." Obey the laws, pray to God and do what the War Department tells you to do. By this means, you will keep out of jail and be permitted to take chances with the rest of humanity. Southern white folks are all right when you know them, but you've got to know them first. SOME FEATURES OF THE HAMP TON, SUMMER SCHOOL The Hampton Institute was largely attended by teachers from about twenty or more States in the Union. All present seemed interested and Dr. Phoenix conductor, expressed his satisfaction at the work done by them. The faculty seemed at their best and despite these war times they not only instructed in the class room, but looked out for the social side of life, and succeeded in making everybody happy. Among the new features of help,fulness was an electric pressing room where ladies and gentlemen could press their clothes without extra expense. All were very grateful for this. It was very amusing to see the acroplanes sailing like birds about the Institute and over the Hampton Road. 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DEPT, 718 CHICAGO, ILL. for the soldiers, which they seemed to enjoy very much. The program of Virginia teachers, led by Mrs. t. Stephens, of Lynchburg, was highly complimented. Some of the noted participants were Mrs. G. E. Heiskelle and Mis₃ Alexander, of Lynchburg, who rendered beautiful solos. Miss K. Banks and others recited. Those who sang in the chorus were Mrs. L. Beverley, of White Stone, a.; Misses S. Short, Virginia; A. Taylor, of Richmond and Miss K. Banks, and C. Hope of Suffolk and others. Paul Lawrence Dumbar and D. W. Davis, the late noted Negro Poets were well represented by Miss Annie V. Taylor, of Richmond, Va., who in her natural way fairly electrified the entire audience bots white and colored. She was applauded continually and during the recitals repeatedly enclosed. Prof. Duckwilder paid flowing compiments in an address to the soldiers which they seemed to enjoy greatly. We found them in a jolly mood and left them very happy with an invitation to return again. APPGMATTOX NEWS. APOMATTON, VA., July 22.—The First Baptist Church gave an entertainment on last Monday night; under the direction of its pastor, Rev. P. W. Price. There was a large crowd out and the finance was good. Nine of our boys left were for Camp Lee, Va. They were all of the S onewall section of our County. They were all happy and gay. There were a good many of their friends who came out to bid them goodbye. Parting words were delivered by one of their accompanying young ladies. Her words were very forebice and timely and yet behind them were tears of sorrow. A large crowd from here went to Oakville, Va. to join in a Jubilee Rally at the Oakville Baptist Church of which Rev. G. W. Watson, of this city is passer. Nip, T. H. Cunningham pastor of the Gallice Baptist Church of this city went up to preach for them. There was also a chorus of singers who went up and rendered some excellent music for the occasion. There was a large crowd of white people out to hear the jubilee singing and they seemed to have enjoyed it fine. The finance was good. There was a very sad happenin in our town last week. There was some trouble brewing between a colored woman and a white woman, which finally resisted in a fight. According to the report we were able to glean that she trouble grew out of some cows that were left in charge of this colored family to lock after and when the white family which lived near the colored family learned that the husband of the colored family had gone to D. C. to work as white, the woman of the white family got busy and thought she would get her some milk. So white she (the white woman) was milking the cow the colored woman happened to come up and wined to know who gave her (the white woman) authority to talk the cow. From that an argument began. The colored woman sailed in. There were uppercents handed upon the face of the white woman, left and right. In round three the white woman felt a victim to the colored. It seemed that the colored woman when brought into court the next day was suffering from nervous attacks. She had gone nearly crazy. She was beckoned up and examined. She was forked up and a subject for the asylum. She is now in jail waiting to be sent away. The sad side is that she has seven or eight children, of which the greater par are small and there is not bread enough and to spare with them at all times. Let us all send up a fervent petition to God for the father of these children, that he might not be overwhelmed with grief, but realize that the God that lived in older times is just the same and if any one who feels like helping him, which would be a real Christian spirit may send same to our reporter, Mr. S. Edward Mason, who will gladly turn over the same to him. Let us remember her that beautiful saying of our Lord "Inasmuch as ye did it unto one of these my little ones ye did it unto me." What will you do for Jesus? VALLEY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION CALLED TO MEET. To the Valley Baptist Association: Dear Brethren—The time is drawing near for us to meet at East Radford, Va., August 7, 1915. We are praying for a successful meeting. Rev. J. K. Smith, the pastor is ready and awaiting our arrival, Dr. C. E. Miller, the corresponding secretary has sent out an appeal to each Church Will you answer his call? See that your Church sends up as much as possible for the work. The educational work at Lynchburg and Missions are calling on us to do our best. Dr. Woods, the recording secretary writes that the minutes were sent to the press three months ago and should have been out, but on account of help being daft, they may not be able to get them out before we meet. We regret the delay, but in these times of distress throughout the country we may expect a few disappointments. Lot us praise the Lord that it is no worse with us and hope for better in the future. 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Mechanics Savings Bank, 3rd and Clay Sts., --- FIVE Richmond, Va. 8IX WILL BE NO LET UP IN W. S. S. DRIVE Active Canvass Now Being Waged Throughout Virginia To Form Hundreds Of War Savings Societies—All Must Help. Although the War Savings pledge campaign is now a thing of the past there is no diminution in the cities, towns and villages throughout Virginia in the matter of the formation of War Savings Societies. With this in mind, workers during the campaign just closed are still making canvasses of the various offices and large institutions in the hope of forming at least several hundred societies a month. While the work in the last campaign was the most complete that was ever accomplished, there still remains a number of people who were not canvassed and asked to sign pledges. Of this number, a large share reported at the school house meetings and subscribed at that time, while others were out-of-town, and did not receive their notification cards. Of the latter, large numbers have been reporting at headquarters of their communities and have signed up there, the pledge cards requested by Uncle Sam. All these pledge cards that werg registered are now being posted in ledgers and will, when completed be sent to the authorities at Washington, to be kept for future use. What this use will be, only Uncle Sam can tell- he will decide for himself, just what steps to take with the shackers who could subscribe—and did not. Just a short time is left in which pledge cards may be registered—it would be woll to look after it im- mediately—and if possible, if you have not already joined a society, do so. —W. S. S. The less the American people save the less money, labor, ships and materials there will be for war purposes. —W. S. S. Never forget the investment features of War Savings Stamps. When you buy them you become a stockholder in the United States, the best cor- poration in the world. To achieve victory we must have two armies: One that fights; one that saves. Every patriot will be a member of one of these armies. W. S. S. Both you and the Government cannot use the same labor and materials. W. S. S. The Army and Navy take chances. You don't, if you buy War Savings Stamps. W. B. S. Booths At Hotele. The efforts of J. T. McAllister, director of hotel activities of the National War Savings Committee of Virginia, numerous hostelries in the State have opened booths for the sale of War Savings Stamps. Some of the hotels which have agreed to open booths as a part of their contribution to patriotle war service are as follows: Lynchburg, Virginia and Carroll; Roanoke, Roanoke and Ponce de Leon; Old Point Comfort, Chamberlin; Hot Springs, War Springs Hotel; Buchanan, Central; Norfolk, Louralne; Staunton, Beverley; Radford, Hotel Radford; Attavista, Commonwealth. Mr. McAllister has announced that other hotels have voiced their willingness to install W. S. b., booths and are now engaged in having them built. There Was A Man In Our Town. By Gelette Burgess, Of The Vigilantes. There was a man in our town And he was wondrous wise; He took his change in War Thrift Stamps, The twenty-five cent size. And when he found what Thrift would do With all his might and main, He bought some more Thrift Saving Stamps, Again, again, again! BALTIMORE NOTES Bakumoro, Ma. - The Washington Conference Sunday School and Epworth Lodgeo Institute came to an end with a new site, Morgan College, last Sea. 14 September, following a six-day session. During the week prominent children addressed the Institute. Miss Shirley Cooper was the leading spirit of the Institute. Mr. William S. Haynes has returned from a visit to New York City. Messrs. John H. Murphy and Warner T. McGuinn have returned from a vacation trip to Sea Isle N. J. The members of Monumental Lodge of Elks are busy arranging for the entertainment of the 19th annual session of the Grand Lodge of the Order, which begins here on August 25th. The annual session of the Grand Lodge of Maryland, Knights of Pythias, scheduled for this week, is not being held, it having been called off for patriotic reasons. Whites here have not waxed enthusiastic over the suggestion made by Mayor Preston that a segregation ordinance be drafted along health lines. The Baltimore Sun, which favored the other segregation ordinances, has thrown editorial cold water on the Mayor's idea. The colored section of the Maryland Council of National Defense is planning to hold a State wide agricultural, educational and industrial exhibition at Salisbury, Md., September 16 to 22, inclusive. Dr. John N. Johnson the oldest colored dentist in Maryland, died a few weeks ago. He was 72 years of age. About 200 drafts were sent to Howard University this week, and 300 more to Camp Meade, Thursday and Friday. FRANKLIN P. JOHNSON. 628 N. Eutau St. OFFICIAL CALL To Baptist Churches, Associations and Conventions throughout the United States. Greetings.—By authority of the Executive Board of the National Baptist Convention, your attention is here by called to the thirty-eighth Annual Session of the said Convention to be held with the Baptist Churches of St. Louis and the State of Missouri, September 4-10, 1918. This call is made in accordance with the report of the Peace Commission which met at Memphis, Tennessee on the 19th of March 1918 and at the earnest solicitation of the Baptist of St. Louis made to all factions of Baptist in the United States. We have been assured that ample arrangements will be made to entertain the many thousands of Baptist who will attend this meeting. Under the constitution there are three classes of members composing the convention. viz: Representative, Lifo and Annual. It is specially urged that all Baptist churches will be ro presented at this meeting of the convention by messengers chosen by the churches. Owing to war conditions it may not be possible to secure reduce rates or special trains to the convention hence messengers may be required to reach St. Louis in special coaches or on regular trains. In that event it will be necessary to start from your home in ample time to reach St. Louis not later than September third. E. C. MORRIS, President. R. B. HUDSON, Secretary. National Baptist Convention. Get in the swim. Savo The Planet Coupons. Get a Prize. Others received them: you can do the same. AGENTS. AGENTS. The Ortegal Brown Shoe Shining Parlor, 1721 Arctic Avenue, Atlantic City, N. J. SARATOGA SPRINGS, N. Y. George Edw. Marrigault, 30 S. Franklin St. BEDFORD, VA. R. M. Hayden, 708 Peaks St. BELLE HAVEN, VA. Geo. L. 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P. Bragg, Secretary; Dr. J. Mercer G. Ramsey, Treasurer; Thomas M. Crump Rev. T. J. King, D. D., John T. Taylor, S. J. Gilpin, R. C. Mitchell, N. G. Booker, J. J. Carter, R. W. Whiting, E. J. Johnson. Sections are in the reach of all, ranging from $35.00 and upwards. The ground is high and dry. WOODLAND CEMETERY For all information, 'phone, call or write to Woodland Cemetery Corporation, Mechanics Savings Bank Bldg. North-west corner 3rd and Clay Sts., Richmond, Va. John Mitchell, Jr., President, 311 N. 4th St. 'Phone Ran. 2213 D. P. Bragg, Secretary, 506 North Second Street. For all information, 'phone, call or write to Woodland Cemetery Corporation, Mechanics Savings Bank Bldg. North-west corner 3rd and Clay Sts., Richmond, Va. John Mitchell, Jr., President, 311 N. 4th St. 'Phone Ran. 2213 D. P. Bragg, Secretary, 506 North Second Street. (Continued From First Page.) began to crumble. The split that occurred in Chicago appalled and dismayed millions of people who had expected so much of the organization it crushed out much of the faith that great following had not only in the baptist leaders but in the leaders of no race. THE EFFORTS AT REUNION. From the day that the disruption all like a thunder clap upon the denomination, efforts have been made to reconcile the warring factions and to reunite the Denomination or more effective work. It is to the edit of the rank and file of the denomination that they have never esired or endorsed the split. The work for Peace and Reunion has met with the hearty approval of the men and women who fill our churches and no support the work under our division. This work has been carried by prayers, personal letters, news articles and resolutions favoring a movement. THE PEACE MEETING AT MOSPHIS. This work created the sentiment it resulted in the Peace Meeting at Amphis in March, 1918. The report the Peace Meeting was published and wiked and met with universal approval. It was hailed as the dawn of a new day; a call to rented art on the part of the great Denomination; and a movement to heal theutch and forget the past. Years of joy were shed and from thousands of pulpits the announcement was made that the Denomination-long bleeding from wounds made the hands of the wicked would be at peace. The report of the Commission expressed the deep feelings and desires of the hearts our constituency and they said on." What else could they say? had been praying earnestly and only for conditions to change and a better day. To them this better had arrived and their "Amen" from the heart. SENT BALK IS DISAPPOINT BUT NOT DISHEARTENING. sooner than the people began to be than the schemers and those are opposed to Reunion began to the defeat of this most glorious We have said from the begin- and we say now that these ploat and schemers are on both sides, repeat also that the number is small. There are six men on side and four on the other side a question who could speak the and remove every difficulty this and effect the Union. But they too selfish and short-sighted, or before in the history of the have three millions of free peo- so completely dominated by men. Not only have these ten nominated these millions but they emolished their Denominational building and lindered their progress in many directions. Not only have we two National bodies, but in several States we have two State Conventions as a result of the National split. We have two National Sunday School Congresses, two National Women's Conventions and two sets of officers and two sets of National Boards collecting money from the Denomination. The Disgrace of it all is not even measured by the increase of our Denomination machinery. All of this is disappointing but not disheartening. We believe that the Peace and Reunion movement has taken such firm root in the heart of the Denomination that it will win. It will win in spite of the distractors and those who are opposed to the Union of our forces. CAUSES FOR PRESENT AND TEMPORARY DEFEAT (a) This whole fight is over office and money. "Office for me, and money for me." When the denomination caries out its Peace and Reunion program some body is going to lose their office and therefore their money. A large number who are holding office now will be compelled to seek work and occupation in other parts. This is a mighty force and will delay our program as long as it can. (b) Our two presidents are not yet reconciled. It is reported that in Memphis, Tenn., where the Holy Ghost did wonders in the way of melting hearts and causing tears, these leaders never met each other, nor did they shake hands with each other. The writer was in Hot Springs at the executive board meeting of the Morris Convention and was told by good authority that they did not see each other or exchange greetings. Out in a western city a few months ago ex-presidents Roosevelt and Taft met and settled their old scores. They had had their differences and gave had had their differences and had led many of their party apart. But now their party is face to face with the enemy and they met to wipe out oil differences and give their party an opportunity to reunite. These men are leaders of a political party, but they are beginning to see that the interest of the party is paramount to their personal interest. Here they set our two leaders an example worthy of note. Mr. Roosevelt and Mr. Taft are leaders of a political party; our leaders are leaders of the hosts of Jesus Christ. We call upon them to settle up old scores and lead us in this effort we are making to get together. A CALL TO THE YOUNG MEN. We would not separate between old and young men in this matter; for it will take both of these classes to make a just and lasting peace. We desire though to call the attention of the young men to the fact that if this Peace and Reunion movement fails it will saddle permanently upon them this shame and iniquity. It means that on down through the years the young men will be face to face with conditions they do not want and which they ought not to be compelled to face. The young men should know THE RICHMOND PLANET. RICHMOND. VIRGINIA no Conventional Lines; they should understand each other and work to together for one common end. In every convention, District, State or National we must oppose every Baptist office holder who is opposed to Peace and Reunion. In every convention we must offer resolutions to ease all our powers to get them adopted, in favor of Peace and Reunion. These resolutions then should be published in the Newspapers. In the two National bodies we must seek to put the convention on record in favor of Peace and Reunion. The work before us is hard and it will take men who are brave and unselfish. Duty calls and we must no weer: we must go against friend or relative if we stand in the way of the program of the Lord's crucifix. First Class Service at Reasonable Rates PHOTOS—We Offer you the Latest and Most Artistic Photos at a More Macroect Figure than you can Obtain Elsewhere. Special Attention Paid to Children. We will Also Be Pleased to Quote You Prices on Exterior and Interior THE DENOMINATION WILL, WIN The denomination will win against these selfseekers and schemers. Too long already we have been plundered by these autocrats who have begun to feel that they own us and all our substance. This is a fight against these autocrats on both sides to regain our Baptist organizations and our Baptist liberty. They are strongly entrenched and they don't mean to give up. We must go to these Nation al bodies prepared to look after the people's interest. This fight for Reunion must be and it will be kept up until it wins. The image provided is too blurry and low-resolution to accurately recognize any text or details. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a rocky landscape, possibly a cave or a rocky outcrop. The texture of the rocks is rough and uneven, with various shades of gray. There are no discernible features that can be clearly identified. PATIENCE AND STATESMANSHIP NEEDDED. In a recent editorial the Rev. Jos. A. Booker, D. D., editor of the Baptist Vangard and a member of the Morris Convention advises that negotiations be broken off and the Convention over which Dr. Morris presides "Prosecute the Lawsuit." Dr. Booker is president of the Arkansas Baptist College and for 30 years has been one of our prominent Baptist leaders. In this case though, we cannot help but feel that his advice is unsound and untimely. It must not be forgotten ten that the cloud that broke in Chicago had been several years gathering and that the Denomination as such has been working at this Peace and Reunion business only about 8 months. It must not be forgotten ten also that this Peace and Reunion question has never been thoroughly discussed and passed on by the National bodies. Shall we by one wave of the hand dismiss the whole matter without giving the people an opportunity to consider it? The writer does not agree with such a course. What we must all have in dealing with this matter is more patience and not be too willing to give up this fight for Peace and Reunion. Out of three millions of Baptists is there not enough of Christian Statesmanship to deal with these questions until they are solved. Must our leaders throw up their hands and declare their inability and incompetence? I believe that we have enough of Christian statesmanship left to deal with these questions and win the victory for Peace and Reunion and we shall be found at our post of duty. I am yours for Peace and Reunion, R. C. JUDKINS, pastor, Salom Baptist Church, Jersey City N. J. SEVER BUY WAR SAVING STAMPS Buy THRIFT Stamps. THE HOTEL THE MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK HAS BEEN NAMED BY THE UNITED STATES TREASURY DEPARTMENT AS A WAR SAVINGS DIVISION. N. W. CORNER THIRD AND CLAY STREETS RICHMOND, VIRGINIA SATURDAY RRR is ee me Po La ake mui eae SUT AN Ry gt eo Maer he DIGI arc as sage . NEM Ws 5 \ ye SOURS) p08: SATURDAY ccsescesed UY 27, 1918 POLICE GASES BEFORE ik Uh (Continued from First: Page.) Coaran entre. ALSRey rd wal Peer mirage ainglo issue, and Unatt issue is this: EE EN a police officer, enforcing ube duties of his office and administering jm- of his office and administering je portant State laws | YELLS OF MRS, POLLOCK’S CALL WOR POLICE ALD. | Attorney Murray M. MeGuire sup: plemented the statement of his col-| leagite with the remarks: “We have only one desire, ung that is to do our duly. ‘The comisel Tor the devense in jhe Hustings Court raised the isste that no matter what a police officer did off duty, (hat could not be termed Anisconduct’ of duty.” ‘the defense (hen withdyew its ob- Jection, and Chirke proceeded with his testimony without further delay. His evilence Was ts follows: On information received on the night of November 25, 1917, 1 got Sauire Purdie, and with Policeman A. HL. ‘Taylor wen (0 8829 Bloyd Ave: mute. 1 did) not at that tine know Whose house it was. Rang Uke door helt and Captain Pollock opened the door, L asked if anybody called for the police, and Capiain Pollock told jue jus wete had called, We stayed at the house about an hour arguing and trying ty settle matters. Squire Por- die started to write a warrant for Captain Pollock several times, but hes Hated, and did mob write it when his wite, ‘who was hesitating, sald (hw she aid not want lo go in Court, “Wile we were there he. dranic about Uwoalirds of a pint bottle, We maw a lot of Liquor at his home, No, he was not sober when we got there, Ale wits very drinky before he drake tke Uvo-tlirds of a bottle in our pres ence, Yes, ae could walk, “Did he sty waytliing about suiside? Yes, sak one Une he started erying, grabbed his pisiol out of his pocket xund using vile kunguage, said, “VIL end ii ally’ pointing the pistol ty his ne. ‘yasiwr ang urdie gtabbed him and {ook the pistol away. In response to f Wink trom me, ‘Taylor unloaded the pistol aud handed it back to Captain Pollock HAD ARRESTED MEN WHO WER LESS DRUNK THAN VOLLOCK, “We persuaded him to go to the sta- ton house Jn order lo prevent any harm either to himself or his wife. lis wite had gone upstairs, He got jn the patrol wagon and we took him to the station, We told him he would have # nice bed for the night and L ywould wake him up any Line ae want- cd i gow him half-way upstairs and something distracted my — attention. ‘hen he slipped out the side door and 1 did not see him any more.” Chuke Men vekuted another time when, during November of lust yeu, he saw Captain Pollock at Madison nid Broad Streets ina “very drinky" condition, Clarke said ne had arrest: ed men less drank tian Captain Pol lock under ordinary. cireumstances. Phe defense then asked Clarke it Sergeant Jordan did not have him summoned before the grand fury, and if he was not the prime inflwence in a campaign against Captain Pollock. Clarke denied that he hag ever talked it over with anybody; “Unat he ap: peared before the grand jury in re. sponse to a summons. Clarke said tiat after he brought’ Captain Pol- lock to the station he reported to Sergeant Jordan, ang no charge was ever preferred. Squire Purdse then took the stand and corroborated the evidence of Clarke in regard to the domestic scene at Captain Pollock’s home on November 25, 1917. ‘The testimony of Sergeant Jordan dealt. with what happened after Cap- tain Pollock was brought to the sta- tion, He said thay under ordinary eit cumstances Pollock would kave been arrested. “Captain Pollock was able to navigate, that's about all.” Mo said that Policemen Clarke ‘and’ Holt had reported about. Captain Pollock being in an intoxicated condition at Madi- son and Broad Streets one wight dur. ing November last. He further said that on ihe morning of November 5, between 9 and 12 oclock, Captain Pol lock was in his office under the in- flence of ligor. JORDAN GIVEN GRILLING CRoss EXAMINATION, ‘Tho grilling eross-examination of Sergeant Jordan then began. In an awer lo gestion, he said that he had nol reported the affair of November 25, 1917, because “Captain Pollock was my superior officer and he left nome of his own free will and came to tho station, T deny that Twas active in furnishitig names to tho grand jury T was sent for every time.” He then tola of how he had heen made inspector by former Chief Sow- cll, and removed forthwith, without reason by Ghief Sherry immediately upon assuming offlee. He said that Polleemen were not allowed to report their superior officers, At this time Mr. Wise advised the witness 10 answer qestions without hesitation, and Attorney Pollock, in a pioeeaed: Wat waatiad gaan cee dan emphatically denieg it. He said that he had nothing against Captain Pollock, but that “Captain Potlock “had it in for him sinco he began checking up on Prank ‘Waller's: er, because Pollock rode with Wallor day. and night, . Sergeant Jordan was then asked it he would be strprised if he learned that on the day, on February 6, when he says Capa Pottock wes drunk, We Mad transaeteg business with the Mayor, He said he wont not ho sur. prised. Mr. Pollock said tat he would nov be surprised. Mr. (Pollock said that he would introduce evidence showing that the Mayor had sgned an order at Unite time, DECTECTIVE SERGHANT SAYS. POLLOCK WAS DRINK IN OFFICE Captain ALS. Wright then took the stand. Ilo said that on several cca sions he was impressed at Captain Vollock was drnnic in his ofliee heewuse his dememor, which was to the post of insult, had led him to believe he was nder the inflnence of drink, He then told of an incident when Ser- geants Kelkun, Wily and ‘Tiller iad seized three suit cases of whisky. He said that he had made a rate that the Whisky should he transferred at onee, But his detectives turned it over to Andrews, the day Janitor of Police Headqarters, When he investigated, he said he found that Andrews tirned it over to Captain Pollock, sq he al- ways believed that all of ‘the whisky had not been ttrned over to Police Court. He said (hat ho was investighting the matter from the deteciive end and it ended there, Captain Wright said that after reporting tite matter to Chief Sowell several times, and also the alleged discourtesy shown hin by Captain Pollock, he let the matter go. Policeman Brennan, who then took the stand, said that he was with Po Heoman Clarke the night of the re ported intoxicated condition of Cap- fain Pollock Dut that he took no spec: fal notice of him and did not observe that he wes under the Lafluence of drink Policeman: Walton said that he talked with Captain Pollock that night about five minutes. but ‘is opinion was Ohad Captain Pollock was sober. Walton said that the only manner in Which he could tall Captain Pollock had had anything to drink was. be- cause he smelled some on his breath Attorney Harry M. Smith, counsel! for Chief Sherry, and the other coun. sel for the defense, then raised the point as lo the rieht of seeing the Feport and (ie evidence turned in by the “grand jury. Mr. Wise said (rat gestion would he settled after a con, Terence with Judge D.C. Richardson of the Hustings Cour—Times Dis- piteh, Jtly 23, 1918, THERINTIONAL COLORED Rhode Island; J. A. Lankford, of Indiana, Press and Publicity,—A, J. Smith. erman, Okla. J. . Wilson, District of Columbias J. W. Boll, Kentucky; W. . Hester, Tennessee; W. M. Trot: tor, On Lynching—Rey, 1D. Martin, Atlanta, Ga. Rov. FT. W. Weton, Aly bama; Dr. P. A, Stephens. ‘Tenness eo; Rev. 1. ©, Nowby, Rhode Island; Mrs. M,C. Simpson, On Sufrage—Rev, CR. Lawyer, Massachusetts; Miss Ro. Rell, A! P. Peiolen, South Carolina: Rev. J Rb. Diggs, Maryland; J, TE Stewart District of Columbia. Civil Service Discrimination »—Miss R.E. Bell, Rov. W. C. Brown, J. Vinley Wilson, On Segregation—L, A, Metntrye, Kentucky; Mrs. Mossell-Griftin, Penn! sylvania; ‘Mrs. Florence” Randolph, Now Jersey. Op Finaneo—C. 8. Whitten, Con necticut, W. C. Brown, 1. 1. ‘Allen, New York; “Mrs, Grifin, Pennsylya: nia: Hf, D. Martin, Georgia; Rev. UH. D. Denson, Springheld, Mass. OFFICERS OF CONGRESS * H. MH, Harrison, New York chair man} W. IT. Twine, Oklahoma; W. B. Hestor, Kentueky, and AW. Wha ley, Massachusetts, viee-chairmen; J. W. Bell, Ketucky, secretary; Mrs, C. Simpson, Massachusotts, assistant Dr. 8, W. Harrison, Arkansas, corres ponding secretary; Hon. I. B. Allen, assistant; Rev. W. ©. Brown, Wash: ington, treasurer; W. M._ ‘Trotter, Massachusetst, chairman of Board: ey. A. C, Garner, Washington, chap: lain; W. M. Shiclds, District of Col umbia, “and Edward Calvin, New York, ‘sergeant-atarms. AMES TT, CARTER BEGINS ACTIVE PRACTICE OF LAW. After more than twenty years’ servico as stenographer and type- writer for the well-known law firm of Christian ard Christian and Christian, Gordon and Christian, and having pursued a full course of law under approved institutions and com- potent instructors, and successfully passed tho examination required by the laws of this State, 1 beg to an- nounco to the public that Tam now located at Room No. 201, Mechanics Bank Building, for the ‘practice of law. "Phone Madison 122, JAMES T, CARTHR, WANTED — Waitrosses, Chamber. maids, Cooks, Kitehen Help and others wanted for our best hotels and private families. Good wages. Don't write—Come ready for work ROYHI'S EMPLOYMENT — BU- REAU, 1608 Pacific Avenue, At- lantie City, N. J. SEXTON WANTED—The right party can secure a good job as soxton of a large white church, by applying promptly at ‘Tho Planet Office, 311 North Fourth street. WANTED.—A_ Licensed Embalmer to manage a well equipped and well established — undertaking —_ business. Excellont opportunity to purchase an interest in same. Answer Immediate- ly. People’s Undertaking Co., Lynch- burg, Va., W. J. Merchant, Pros. THE RiIGHMOND PLANET ROAMOKE EWS ROANOKE, VA, July 22.—At the Bhonezer Mission ALM. B. Chureh, where Rey. Hoss, of Macksburg haa beon invited to preach Sunday even- ing at 3:20 o'clock, the Reverend was equal to the occasion and when he had finished all presn:. were highly pleased \itor (he services were over there Was ho neat sum of ($280.00) two Inmudved and elzhty dotkars vaised In their rallying effort, which amount is sullicent Wo pay the West End Mission Chureh entirely oat of debt. Both Mt Zion ALM. . Chureh and he above named Church are clear of debt for which we all have need to feel vers gratefal to or Heavenly Father under the pastorate of Kev. J.C, ‘Tay: lor DOD. of Mt. Zion A, MoH. Nes. Lear Volk, G1 Seven,inavense N. W. Tort Tuestay morning, July. 23, for Columbus, Ohio visiting Mrs, Man: nie White, her old friend of other years, ‘The Stork Visited the home of My. and Mrs, Waddell, of 707 Fairfax ave nue, NW. July 15h and let a bounce ing baby itl.” Mother and baby are getting along fine. Mrs. Esste Watkins and two chit: dren made a flying trip to Bast Rad- ford Sunday morning. where she spent a very pleasant day's outing and re. {urned home on the late train Sunday night. |The people of Mt Zion ALM. B, Chureh had ate pleasure of “hearing a tich discourse from Rev, Ross, of Blicksburg, Va. ‘Phere was present a tall and very attentive audience. He preached at the Ebenezer Mission Sunday evening, wien all who avail- ed themselves of the pleasure of heing present Were richly paid. Mr. Granberry Lawson, 127 Seventh avenue, N.W, Wishes to Use this melt od in thanking his many friends: who assisted him so nicely during the sul hours of bereavement and sorrow over the death and funeral ot his. betoved wife, Mis, Mamie Lawson, who de: parted this life duly 10th ‘at Peters: burs, Va, Her body was shipped home and interred in Midway Cemetery, on Sunday. Jay Hh, ‘The three sons of Mrs. Mary V. Law of 628 Bishth avenue, No W. are spend ing their Summer ‘vacation in the contry in Piltsyvania’ couney during these, warm days. They are Foster, Maynard and George CG. Law. ‘They have heen away two weeks.” Mrs. Henrfetts Gentry and husband of Miben, W. Va. spent a week visit- ins (he home of Mr. and Mrs. George Taw of the above address, "This. is her first visit (0 her sisters since her marriage. She oft after the week end to visit her father and mother in Pirsstvania, where they will spend three weeks wih parents and friends horore re:urning to Maben, Mr. George Law wis called to tho hedside of his father in Pittsylvania county and left Sunday morning to look after his father, Mi, Henry Law, Messrs. 8. W. Howard, Irvin and Edi Howard made a pleasant trip to Norfolk and Richmond fast week, where the boys had a nice trip around he event seaport town of Virginia and te Capital of the Stile, Mey are highly elated over (heir trip, Sailor Willig Traynham was in the city this morning shaking wands with Friends and steqaintanees, — Ho was lookiays the picture of health and use- Yul manhood, He rerurned to his post to night in fine cheer, Mr J. HL. Croson, 716 Firth street, No. is visiting in Baltimore, Phila: delphia and Now York Gity on his vacation, « dir, Alexander Roborison, of 214 Gregory avenue, NE. departed this lite in Petersburg, Va. July 15, 1918. He had been dectining’ in health evor since Mareh, but was taken suddenly AH cand “absent-minded about a month 450. His death came as a shock to his family and community. ‘The tuneral services of Mr, Alex- ander “Robertson took place last ‘Thursday evening, at two o'clock at (he Mt Zion Baptist Church, of which he was a consistent member. ‘The ser viees were conducced by Rey, D. R. Powell and tev. William Gilbert, the pastor, Rev, I. HL. Hicks being absont from the city, He was a loving Ihus- band and a good provider, Tie leaves loving wife, Lwo daughters and three slep-daughters, He was a kind and loving stepfather. We miss him, Mrs. Geneva B, ‘Taylor and Mrs, Kusce I. Calloway of Colmbus, 0. the daughter of Mrs. Mary Alico Robert- son arrived in the eliy last Wednes- day to attend the funeral of their step-father, Mr. Alexander Robertson. They will leave next week. ‘ae members and friends of the Hi Street Baptist Chureh were high- ly entertained last week, July 19-21, by having the District Baptist Sunday School Convention to convene in its eighteenth annual session with their Sunday School, Mriday, July 19, at 9:20 A. M. the President, Mr, W. 8, Simpson opened the first session with the usual devotionals, after which the following welcome addreses were ren- dered: On behalf of the Sunday School, Miss Mabel C. Bailty; on be- halt of the Chureh, by the pastor, Rev, D. R. Powell, and on beahit of the Ministerial Conference, by Rov, M. L, Gordon, pastor of Jerusalem Baptist Church, In well chosen words, the Rev, Dr, C. 8. Miner of Bast Rhdford, Va. responded. ‘This responso was ech Be a hag Nene, wh EO i i SEBO, ar sees Dr. William A. Moran Yay ON : 4a ee MESSAGE 'TO "TH PUBLIC. ‘The Message is revealed |in the blessings that follow when defects of Vision are relieved, weak Vision made strong and the eye Sight GE wdvaneod age kept up to the standards of youth, People sufering from Hyperopic and Astigmatic defects “of Vision are readily relieved at iy Office, Presbyopia no longer dreaded. — It you dre suflering from any eye strain eall at once and sec me. {728-4 H.MAIN STRERT, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, takon. ‘The Convention closed Suaday night with an excellent. sermon by Roy. ‘Thrasher. ‘Total ariount ratsed by the Convention wes $153.15, Thus closed the pioneer session of the Con- vention, especially financially. Phe Convention sudorrned to, meot with the Pits Baptist Sunday School ful Marion. Va. Friday, before the hind Sanday in duly, 1919. ‘The su- perintendent BR. B. Bailey and his committee spaved no pains m trying to make it pleasent for the entire jblegation. ‘The delegates expressed themselves as having had i detigh: tal Hime, which was well shown by. the resolutions from (he Convention to the Snaday School—M, G. Bailey. Church: Reporier, | Mrs. Lottio Washington, of Seventit aventte, N.W. is spendin a Summer Yacation in Rocky Mount, Va. with fel nds. Mrs, Washington has been in declining health for several months and hor many. friends wish for. hor Mich itpravemen:, while away from the city | Ars, Josephine Celiars. of Seventh avenne, wo has heen very fl for some weeks, is somewhat improved at this writing. lit Helen Bartow and Master Clemon Barlow, her only son, who has been in. "Pittsburgh attending school, returned to their home at. bib Chestnut avenue, N. W. Mr. J. C. Dugger will leave the city for Hopewell in eight or tel! dace We regres: losing our old friend and associate and colaborer in the news publications af our race in'and arewed Roanoke, Administrator's Notice. | Having been appointed admin'stra for of the estate of Jesse Seruggs no tte is hereby given to all persons Who have claims against his estate to Present the same to me at my office IBN N. Second Street and anybody Who may owo anything to the estate WHT likewise mike payment to me. ie THOMAS HEWIN, Administrator. ij : ee ee on | GEE, PA Dr, ¥ | aS ERS ; ‘The Message is revealed | in defects of Vision are relieved, wei | sight Gf wdvaneed age kept up t : suering from Hyperepie and 4 ] readily relieved ae tay oMice SF 1728-4 8. MAEN SURE ; Sleep erernierreesieerec aaa REA IOS ree eccerame Florence S. C. Notes FLORENCE, 8. Ci, July 22.—Mr. Jackson Smart, one ‘of the leading farmers of Hampton county, Brunson S.C. passed Uhrongit the Poo Dee See: Uon recently enroute from the Baptist Stale Convention a: Kennettsville, 8. Co Ho has a ten horse farm and a fine Nome and considered to be one of (he leading farmers of the State, Ills postottice is Brunson, 8, C. ov, W. M. Graham was married to Miss Sallie Franklin on June 30, Rev, 4. Johnson. officiated, ‘The pastor, Rev. C. "0 Taylor read as a lesson’ ¢he 46Un ‘Pealm, ater Which the A860 hynin was sung, ‘The bascor then took occasion to comment on the success of the Sunday School Convention, whieh convened at Ben- nettsville, S.C. on ‘Phursday of me past week. ‘Tho pastor said he had noticed the part that the people are contributing more for the support of the Gospel, whereas during ue past they had been giving five and ten cents are now contributing for the cause, twenty-five and fifty cents, Rey. ‘Tayler took for his text’ the first verse of the fortysixth Psalm, using theso words, ‘God is our refuge fand strengti, a very presen help in the time of trouble.” It is not sé mitch what the preacher says as it is the power of the Word of God. So he had decided to let the text have ful sway. Incidents in Scripture were introduced showing the attitude of a trie Christian even in the presence of imminent danger. .A very large con- gregulion received the message to sheir souls’ satisfaction, Mr. D. J. ‘Thomas, a first-class farmer of the county sold one thous- and pounds of tobacco at 45 cents per pound. Mr. ‘Thomas is one of the leading colored farmers of our county and enjoys réading Nogro newspapers. IMrs, Mary Haddy, of Norman Park, Ga. passed through’ the city recently enroute to her old home, Kingsboro, South Cnrolina, For she’ past. twelve years she has lived wih her husband Mr. Solomon addy, a large and pros perous farmer at Norman Park. Miss Creola King passed trough the city recently enroute from New York to Albany, Ga, her old home. Mr. W. 'T. Andrews, editor of the Baltimore Daily Herald is in our city attending the Knights of Pythtas An. nual Session. At an extra session of the deacon board Suiiday morning it was decided to commence revival on the third Sun day in. August, Mr, Evans Paillip was married to Miss Lucinda Reed on July 18. Rev. J. B. Brockington officiating. RONCEVERTD NEWS. RONCHVENPE, W. VA. July 22— Rev. G. H. 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Atlanta, Ga. | Miss Kinma Brinkley is visiting her brother at Cass, Mrs. Jolin Bbank and Mes, Wiliam Lacy have returned from Lexington, Va. where they had a delightful visit Mr. Lawrence Haynes passed through Ronceverte enroute to Charleston. Messrs, Hubprt Hewis and) Perey Chapman of Vion were visitors in tho city. Sunday, Mrs, Neva Hunter and Mrs. Sallie Chapman were visitors In Union Pri- day. Miss May Curry of Brushyridgo, passed rough this city enroute to Washington, Prof. W. Bolling was a business visitor hero Sunday, ‘The young people of this city ave expecting a grand time tho first Sun: day in August at tho M. 1B, Chureh. PULTON NovES. Calvary Notes: Rickmong Baptist Sunday ‘School Union at the First Baptis: Church, Sunday, August 4th, 3:30 2. M2 We want to raise $100.00 for mission work. Will you help us? We were very ltd to Save in our school last Sunday, one pf our own boys. Brother Ernest Cooper, now stsl- tioned at Camp Lee, Va. Sergeant Gentry Cobbs, one of our boys now in France, sends. greetings to his home and Chureh. He is. ge'- ling along nicely. | AL 11:30 A, M. Rev, CG. A, Cobbs preached the second anniversary ser- mon {o the Fulton Counefl, No. 117. Supreme I. 0, St, Luke, Mrs, Georgie Yates made the welcome address, which was very grand, Miss. Eliza: beth Taylor and the Lone Star Quar- telte rendered the singing and, of course, the choir did its part. ‘Bro. Norman Yates, one of our own boys. now serving in the Navy. was also present. At 8:30 P. M. Rev, Cobbs preached from Phil. 2:12-18, Sunday, July 28 we are looking forward to a great time, being our Rally Day. ‘Rey. Cobbs’ subject will be, “God Suing the Nations, Joh 9:33 | Rising Mt. Zion: Our Sunday School last Sunday excelled itself in collection and the number of scholars present. ‘Te occasion wax Pew Rally and each class did its share well. ‘The officers were delighied, | 11:80 ADM, services were good. 8:80, the sixth anniversary of the Natlonal deal Benefit Society was held "nd the sernion delivered by our pas- tor. ‘The progtam was excellent, | Mrs. Herbert Preston has just re- turned from North Carolina, where she has been visiting relatives. | Mr. William ‘T, Lee is improving, 1103 State street. He was very glad ‘to see his old friends last Sunday, Printer Wanted. One capable of handling cylinier press. Permanent employment, Good wages. Apply to THE GUIDE PUB- LISHING CO.. INC. 711 Highland avenue, Norfoll, Va. WANTED—200 colored carpenters at ‘once at Camp Hill, Newport News. Va. 62 1-2 cents per hour; time and half overtime; double time for Sunday. Long govornmont job. Best accommodations. Call for job 129 H. C. 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