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THE RICHMOND PLANET RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS REV. AND MRS W. T JOHNSON CELEBRATE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR MARRIAGE. On Thursday evening, November 20th, the humaime home of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson was brilliantly lighted and thronged with merry guesses. The occasion being the celebration of the Tenty-fifth Anniversary of the marriage of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson. The parlors were a scene of beauty, decora in palms and ferns and dotted with cue flowers upon which dazzled the variegated colored lights. At the appointed hour the receiving line was formed consisting of the friends selected to stand with the bride and groom, all arrayed in beautiful costumes suitable for the occasion. Dr. and Mrs. Johnson entered through the back parlor, and took their position between the windows in the front parlor, under a bower of palms beautifully arranged for the purpose. They were accompanied by Mrs. Amanda Nixon and Mr. Bushred Michie, of Washington, D. C., cousin and nephew of the bride. Dr. D. N. Vassar of Lynchburg, Va., who performed the marriage ceremony (twenty-five years ago was present to pronounce he blessing which he did in well chosen words telling of the past happiness of the couple, their popularity, their splendid qualifications and their usefulness in every way. He presented the bride with a ring the gift of her husband. Mrs. M. A. Cross sang most charmingly "O Promise Me," accompanied by Miss Mary Cobbs, after which Dr. Z. D. Lewis offered an appropriate prayer beseeching the blessings of God upon them for many years of bliss and happiness. Mrs. Carrie Hawk sang sweetly, "Perfect Love," accompanied by Miss Mildred Ander son. Mr. A. W. Homes was master of ceremonies and presented the above program in a delightful way. Little Miss Viola Mickens presented the bride and groom a silver horse shoe to insure future good luck. Receiving with the couple were: Mrs. Maggie L. Walker; Mrs. Rosa K. Jones; Mrs. Rosa Patterson; Mrs. Amelia Davenport; Mrs. Mary E. Carter; Mrs. J. A. Funn; Miss Rosa D. Brooks; Mrs. Lavinia Jefferson; Mrs. Mary A. Robertson; Miss Kate Bagy; Mrs. Zomoria D. Wood; Mrs. Rosa Watson; Mrs. Ella Walker; Mrs. Nanio Morgan; Mrs. Fannie Carrington; Mrs. Fannie James; Mrs. Neaton Smith; Miss Emma Clesis; Mrs. Emmeline Johnson; Miss Harriett Cabelt; Mrs. Martha S. Morgan; Mrs. Susan Price; Mrs. Ora Brown Stokes; Mrs. Ida E. Charity; Mrs. Emma Mickens; Mrs. Z. D. Lewis, Mrs. L. B. Lewis; Mrs. Mary M. Davenport; Mrs. Lucy Cross; Mrs. Mary S. Carter; Mrs. Bettie G. Cousins; Mrs. Emma Watson; Mrs. J. H. Blackwell Mrs. Louisa R. Allen; Mrs. Lillian H. Payne; Mrs. H. R. Williams, and Mrs. Julia S. Sobel; Mrs. Missouri Jones and Mrs. Ummel Johnson. The bride was attired in a beautifully draped crimson gown of Nabes of Rosas so soft handcarmen embossed with pearls and rhinstones encircled with oatmeal tape to match. The bodice partially attractive, half of it was made of silver hair, flowing sleeves of dotted Nabes of Rosas, he objected with pearls and weighed with tassels of silver and pearl beads. She wore silver slippers to match the lovely gown. The bride presented a most charming appearance, elegant to be hold. The groom was handsome attired in the conventional costume of black and courteous muff of his manner and churn to the most happy and joyful occasion. Mrs. M. E. Carter presented the guest in her most entertaining way. Mr. J. A. Nixon provided at the piano and rendered the wedding march. The entertainment feature was supervised by Mr. R. L. Harris, the noted caterer, assisted by the committee from the Board of Oceans and Usheres Lavens' Nestington Union and the Sunday School of the First Baptist Church and other friends, namely, Descors R. L. Harris; W. T. Wright, A. C. Hines; Nessens J. Archer Pump, Horce Scott; J. H. Johnson; J. Wim White, W. S. Morrison; J. C. Robertson; Esses Page; W. E. Cause; Estko and Eveet. Johnson all in full evening dress. The presents received were numerous and elegant, coming from all sections of the United States. Many friends availed themselves of the on portunity of sending bright new money, put up in most fantastic styles in silver boxes, baskets, barrels, bers and on the wall was displayed a gold en picture frame which enclosed twenty-five new dollars, the gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Michele and sons of Washington, D. C. (Mr. Michele is the broth eural other packages of twenty-five dollars put up in fancy styles. The number and value of the gifts attests the popularity of Dr. and Mrs. Johnson not only in their own church, city and state, but through out the entire country, by both color ed and white friends. It was the con census of opinion of all present that no one in this city has ever received more numerous or valuable wedding gifts of their anniversary day. Among the out of town guests we noted Mrs. Nannie I Sommerville, Clarksville, Virginia; Mrs. Bushrod Michie, Washington, D. C.; Miss Mary Scot Trevillian, Va.; Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Brown, New York; Mrs. James, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Katie McKenzie, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Nannie Day Washington, D. C, Wedding presents and congratulations in the form of letters and telegrams were received from both the city and state officials. The veredict throughout the city is that the 25 h Anniversary reception of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson was the grandest and most beautiful event that has ever been witnessed in Richmond. Dr. and Mrs. Johnson have the best wishes of their large number of friends for many years more of happy, wedded bliss. THE BOY SCOT CAMPAIGN AND THE NEGRO BOY. Forty three thousand ($43,000) dollars have recently been subscribed by the white people of this community to pay for leisure time activities for white boys. The Joy Scout Campaign was endorsed and actively supported by the pulpit, press, leaders of thought and every class of white citizens. Not one dissenting voice was heard, but good American dollars were piled up in order to give the white boy the wholesome and healthful recreation offered by the boy scout program. In addition to the scout program, the white boy has modern churches and Sunday school rooms, he has access to the well equipped gymnasium and game rooms of the Y, M, C, A., he has the Y, swimming pool and the Howitzer swimming pool; he has playgrounds in every section of the city, he has the Young Men's Hebrew Association and the Knights of Columbus, he has community centers and restrovers he has cadet corps; he has yi ceums and debating societies; he has Sunday Sings and Band concerts; he has circulating libraries; he has all of these things and more we must not mention. His playtime is capitalized He is taught through play to be many Vigorous, to be gelat, to work in teams, to respect his womenhood and to ablaze to his fellows. In sad context, what has the Negro boy? Will those who wax element and hutaneue on the imperfections of the Negro youth answer? Have they some secret method of attracting the youthful imagination, unknown to the people who have just given $43,000 to government the things already provided for the white youth? Are those things of no consequence and the thousands spent in promoting them wasted? It may be after all that the Negro do no need as much in this life as other races. It may be that his development is destined to be of the miniscow variety. Negro children must not laugh and limp and dance and play. All that is bright and cheerful and blithe must be banished from their lives. Their leisure time must no direction, their methods of play must so forever unrestricted. Is it surprising that they satisfy a perfectly natural desire through resource to commercial enrichment? House is now, can you blame them? The success of the event compares is a triumph for be white boy. Does it mean anything at all to the Negro boy? M. ALPHONSO NORGELL GEORGIANS LYNCH MAN Mason, Co., Dec. 1. For shooting and seriously wounding Glened Roper he, one of a prominent Wilkinson County farmer, a Negro who name has not been heard was some time Sunday, might be punched by a small mob of Pie Walnut Church forty-eight miles southwest of Mason. There was no excitement in the community and nothing was known of the Inchase until this morning when the Negro body was found hanging from a tree not far from the main road at the church. A load of shot fired by the Negro struck Eosier in the face and beast, but reports received here tonight, say he will recover. What caused the Negro to shoot the white man is not known. HOW WILL HE USE IT? BLACK POWER. FEEDS THE SOUTH CLOTHES THE SOUTH 20% OF AMERICAN LABOR. GEORGE JOHNSON-12-19- EDITOR MITCHELL SPEAKS. A Large Audience Greets Him in Halifax County Sutherlin, Va., Dec. 1,—Editor John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank and Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias in it. State spoke here yesterday at "E. M., at the White Oak Baptist Church, White Oak to a packed house composed of both white and colored people and his remarks are the subject of much favorable comment in this section of the country. Some of the most influential white citizens in this county heard him and at the conclusion of his remarks commended him for his utterances. They want him to come here again and make an address. FINE PROGRAMME he held the audience spell bound for nearly an hour and at the conclusion of his remarks, Deputy Grand Chancellor A. B. Betts, carried him to the station at Pace's where he took the 5:65 rain for Richmond. The monarch was interesting and varied. A song was performed by the choir and the highly esteemed poster Kez W. M. Ewalt delivered a short courantist welcome address. On he left of the Knights of Paths, Dispatched Deputy Grand Chancellor A. B. Betts spoke and he was followed by Miss Bee rice Sutrue who also delivered a short but appropriate address. A GLOWING INTRODUCTION To Sir R. H. Hunt was assigned the task of introducing the speaker. He reviewed the career of Grand Commissioner Mitchell and concluded his admissible remarks by by cutting the course of the evening to come forward. Mr. Mitchell had been assigned the subject, "What Shall The Negro do to Retain the Friendly Relationship with our White Friends?" What has he done "Financed" MY? This subject permitted a wide range of thought and comment and the speaker took advantage of it and greatly pleased all present. He took dinner with Rev. W. M. Ewell and his Madame Sir J. H. Martin and his Madame, Mrs. Isabella Beis serving a fine repast at the Betts Mansion. MANY VISITORS Visitors from all parts of the country were in attendance. The Colleges, Journals and Sir Campbell Maree were in attendance also. The Com mittee of Arrangements was composed of A. B. Betts, R. H. Hunt; Jordan Squire; Mrs. Isabella Betts and Miss Beatrice Squire. The affair was admirably arranged and manned. PROMINENT UNDERTAKER IS LAID TO REST. Funeral of Witkum Isaac Johnson is Increasing and Inimizing The funeral of Undertaker William Brune Johnson on Thanksgiving Day was an event long to be remembered in this city. It was a remarkable scene around Johnson's Hall where so many even a had been staged before, but none like this one. He be ledged to an immensible number of commissions and they or their representatives were there. Funeral Director W. E. Patterson, who now resides in Philadelphia came on to assist in the laying away of the man, whom he had faithfully served in business for so many years. It was an amobile, carriage and walking funeral, all combined. The floral designs were numerous and costly. The deceased had been a memher of the First Baptist Church for many years and here, where he had carried so many other people to have the last services performed, he now rested in all of his solemn glory. Rev W. T. Johnson, D. D., had charge of the funeral and he is an adopt at this cemetery. Rev Dr. Scott C. Christoffel fun the byname. Rev Dr. R. Q. Johnson read the Scriptures; Rev Dr. C. S. Gill of the Lehigh Street Methodist Church prayed and Rev J. Andrew Powler died another hymn. Rev. W. T. Johnson delivered a model funeral sermon. He was sympathetic throughout and made a touching appeal for support of the young man that the deceased had left behind. He was followed by Rev. Evan Parne, D. D., and Rev. M. E. Davis, D. D. The solemn cortege passed out. Active Pallbearers: E. T. Jenkins, R. J. Franklin; Rev. Turner, A. W. Holmes, Prof. J. H. Blackwell, E. R. Carter, W. H. Anderson, Hezekiah Curtis. Honorary Pallbearers: John R. Chiles, Armstead Washington, Dr. W. H. Hughes, C. W. Poblinson, John Holbill, J. James N. Freesver, C. W. Wasson, Cornelius Scott, J. R. Pollard, E. N Brown, Prof. Jones E. C. Burke; Ned Thompson; W. G. Singleton, John Beard, Jack Daniels John T. Taylor; Albert Norrell, Mr. Royal Threat, Wm. Seiden, James Cunningham; John Mabrey, John Hall Sr. Christopher Kemp, Ed. Coleman John A. Turner, Robert T. Hadden, E. F. Johnson, B. L. Jordan, Geo W. Lewis. The remains were buried in a burglary proof vault. The casket was meticulously bronze and is said to have been lit at $1,450,000. Thus all that remained of William Isaac Johnson was shut out from the light of the sun forever. Card of Thanks Mrs. Chara Owens takes this on opportunity to thank the many friends who assisted Mrs. Eunice Bradford and Mrs. Harriet Bunt in getting a source of $12,72 for her husband Mrs. Merrard Owens who has been shot for several mon he. May God's blessings ever rest upon you all. Card of Thanks. Mrs. Louisa Flowers and daughters wish to thank their many friends and neighbors for the lovely surprise and purse presented him for their brother and uncle on Tuesday November 19th at their residence 1914 Catherine street and executive Me, and Mrs. S. J. Branch, 1014 L2 Catherine street. May Gods blessings ever rest up on you alt. —MRS. L. FLOWERS. 4 Wife Wanted I want for a wife a woman between 21 and 25 years old. A widow with bake in her arms preferable. I have a good home near Toono Va. Correspond with P. O. BON, 72 --- Mr. Hezeckiah Jones, of Powhatan County, Va. paid a flying visit to South Richmond this week. Miss Bessie Curtis, underwent a successful operation at Johns How Elms Hospital', Baltimore, Md. and has returned to Norfolk, Va. Miss Curtis is the daughter of Mr. Hezeckiah Curtis, of this city. JUDGE HARRISON AT THE CITY ADDITORUM DECEMBER 8. Judge William Harrison will discuss "The Negro's National Platform" at the City Auditorium, December 8th, 1919 at 8:15 P.M. This eminent jurist will delight the citizens of this city, who avail themselves of the opportunity to hear him. Those who love clear cat logical reasoning and torrent address will hear this eminent Christian statesman on the above mentioned date. As an orator he is in a class by himself, brilliant orate, magnethe he fairly lits his audiences from their feet and bears them to Demogheme reams of oratory. At present he is touring the middle west and speaking to capacity audiences of both white and colored. He is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States and was for a long time Judge of the Superior Court of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All Richmond is preparing to do him honor on the above mentioned date by occupying, every available seat in the Auditorium. Let us show to other people that we honor the women and men among us who have accomplished things worth while. More than 100 men and women who are prominent in the social business and fraernal world of this city have formed a citizens committee and will welcome Judge Harrison in a manner befitting the citizens of this commonwealth and the distinguished guest who will be in our midst. Special music will be rendered by the Sabbath Glee Club and Madame Sevilla E. Briggs. Under the auspices of the Ebenezer Baptist Church; First Presbyterian Church; and the Richmond Neighborhood Association. Admission 25 cents. Reserved seats fifty cents. General Committee—Dr. W. H. Stokes, Dr. A. A. Hector; Mrs. H. E. Thompson; Mrs. Artena J. Miller; Mrs. Ora Brown Stokes; Chairman; Gen. Com. Mrs. Lelia A. Wynn, Secretary. Tickets on sale at the following places: Miller's Hotel; Morris' Cafeeeria; Mechanie's Bank; St. Luke Bank; Va. Union University; Brown and Chambers Drug Store; Jackson's Drug Store; Bowles Drug Store First St. Shackleford's Drug Store, Church Hill; Howard Pharmacy; Yancey's Drug Store, St. Peter and Baker St. Miss Virginia Randolph's 816 W. Broad Street; King's Confectionery Second and Leigh Streets. Circulating Managers: Messrs. Abram Harris, Jr., J. Henry Fees Jr.; Annes C. Clark and others. --- MT. O.----THANKS----MT. O. We take this medium of expressing thanks to ask, who assisted us in making our Autumn Lecture Course a success. The sound advice and wise counsel given by Foot, J. i. r. Mayne, Mri. W. A. Jerusalem and Dr. R. F. Taniel will long live in the memory of the large assembly the wooed them last Sunday afternoon. The Excell Chorus, which will give a grand canoe at the alt. Oliver Baptist Church the 16 hts., added touch to the programme by their sweet melodies. All are invited to attend our services as you have our Lectures. Alt. Oliver Baptist Church, —REV. J. ANBREW BOWLER. Pastor. MT O.—SERVICES—MT O Next Sunday December 7th at the Mr. Oliver Baptist Church he pastor will present the VI. sermon on his Fifthside Series; Subject, "Son are the parents proud of those?" 4 P. M. Communion Services. A beauty we come is extended to all. REV. J. ANDREW BOWLER. Pastor 30TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. M. and Mrs. John R. Chiles amuse me then 20 h marriage anniversary every reception at their residence, 316 W. Leigh St. Thursday evening, December 18. 1919 from 8:00 o'clock to 11:30 o'clock. All friends are invited. No cards. Mr. Horward W. Thomas of Charleroi, Pa., was in the city last week and called on us. TIME TO FLEETING--KEEP PUSSED Iₙ Memoriam In love and memory of my dear and beloved friend, Mrs. Lucinda Brown who died December, 1918 a year ago at the Protestant Hospital Norfolk, Va. Tis hard, so hard to break the cord When love has bound the heart. Tis hard so hard o say the word we We must forever part. Dearest Lucinda we have laid you In the peaceful grave's embrace But your memory will be cherished your memory will be cherished Till we see your heavenly face Your devoted friend. BEAUREGARD F. MOSELEY DEAD We were shocked last Tuesday to receive a telegram from Mrs. Carrie Mosley announcing the death of her able husband at Chicago, HI. Attorney Beauregard B. Mosley. He was a unique character, a devoe of Gov. Lownes, now a presidential candidate in the Republican ranks. He was proprietor of Idlewild Hotel and he had many friends. His death will be generally felt in the Chicago community, where he was an impressive and influential figure. His family has our sympathy. DEATH OF SIR R. V. COOLEY. Marion, Va., Nov. 24, 1919.—The sudden death of Sir R. V. Cooley was a shock to the community. He was a member of the Order of the K. of P. of Winchester, Va., Lodge No. 209 Shemandeah, for two years and six months. It can be credibly said that Sir R. V. Cooley was an inspiring, and aspiring young man, 27 years old. He left the roaring tempest of earth; for a greater change, by the will of his heavenly Father where he will stand in the full rays of joy. Sunshine and peace. His death and suffering came to him, while he was away from his native home, Marion, Va. His body was sent to Marion, Va., from the State of West Virginia, where he was summoned from earth. Members of the K. of P., Lodge of Marion, Va. No. 230 which has been recently organized a few months, received the body of Sir R. V. Cooley, and after proper time the body was laid away by the order of Marion, Va. We. Sirs, miss so useful a Sir Knight who treads death's chilly streams, without fear. THE AMATEUR DRAMATIC CLUB The Amateur Drama ie Club presents Misses Alice Holmes, Grace Knox and others in "The Eternal Magdalene." Will you forget the Movies just for a few hours? If so, come to see the Eternal Magdalene, given by the Amateur Dramatic Club, December 12th, 1919, S:15 P. M., St. Luke Auditorium. Come live the life, and learn to lift your fallen sister. Who is she? Miss Alice Holmes, she is the "Eternal Magdalene" she is immortal! She's the sinner, but Christ uplifted her. Her name rings down through the Ages. It is the best representation of what the social evil means that has ever been presented. It is the heart of people that must be reformed. Reformatories, do not return. You would not stone her with stones as in days of old, but with your tongue and scandal. Miss Grace Knox will give you a wonderful protrail of "The Woman" while Miss Alice Holmes is the Eternal Magdalene. It is better, yes, but better than the movies, which give you only one half. We can't convince you but seeing is believing. December 12th, 1919, S:15 P. M. Come to Le St. Luke Hall to see the Masterpiece, "Eternal Magdalene," an impressive forcefulness. Mr. Bradshaw, Mr. Jas, H. Peters, Newsboy Leaperor, Mr. W. S. Dunston; Macy, in love with Bradshaws daughter, Mr. Goo Gloe; Rey, Smel let, Mr. Alpha Dumbridge; Paul Bradshaws son, Mr. Reuben Clay; Rev. Glosson, Mr. Elsworth Steers; Judge Mr. Roger Robertson; Otto, servant of the House, Mr. Goo Lomax Bradshaws daughter, Miss Mar ha Smith; Mrs Bradshaw, Miss Rosa Meade; Phiniche Dumond, Miss Grace Knox; "The Eternal Magdalene" Miss Alice Pemmes. ADMISSION.....25 CENTS. Mr. Leonard E. Jackson of Portsmouth, Va., spent a pleasant Thanksgiving with relatives and friends who were glad to see him after an absence of eleckson's death. I sette Patterson made the trip with him. They left for home last Friday. SATURDAY BENEDICT NOVEMBER NEWS ROANOKE, VA., December 1. At the home of Mr. William Bunting, 514 Fairfax Avenue, N. W., the stork paid a visit and left a fine boy. The child died Sunday, but the mother is getting along nicely. The Sunshine Club met on Monday evening at 7:30, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Braxton, 343 Ninth Avenue N. W. The whole affair was of much social enjoyment. The members of the Club were much clated at the hospitality of Mr. and Mrs. Braxton, Mrs. Reade, of 16 Twof Street, N. W, has been much indisposed for the past ten days. She is better at this writing. Mrs. Ellen C. Holland, of 319 Tenth Avenue, N. E. was called to the bedside of her sister, Mrs. Ada Webster, who was reported critically ill on December 1. Mr. Holland left December 2 for Pittsburgh. Mr. William Holland, of Seventh Avenue is much indisposed this week but is reported improved at this writing. Mrs. Laura Durphy, who has been quite ill for three weeks is better at this writing. Miss Lacy Baker, of Jordan's Alley has been sick since last Saturday. Mrs. Johnson, of 31 Jordan's Alley who has been sick for several weeks, is much improved at this writing. Mrs. Eliza Ann Lawson, of Alton, Halifax County, Va., who on October 14, accompanied her five brothers to Roanoke left the city for her home after a stay of nearly seven weeks with the Stanfield Brothers. She is feeling much improved from her stay in the city of Roanoke. Mrs. Young, $81 Norfolk Avenue N. W., who has been sick is much better at this writing. Sunday evening at eight o'clock at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church was the scene of a very impressive service, rendered by the Junior League of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Mr. Wayman Holland, of the U. S. Navy presided. There were solos, duets, quartets and singing by the little folk, all of whom were members of the Church. If they hold on they will be fully qualified to assume and shoulder the greatest responsibilities of the present and coming ages for God and humanity, for indeed the children did wonderfully well and all who took time to attend the exercises went to their homes much benefited by the indelible impression made by these well trained Christian boys and girls, under the direction of Mr. Wayman Holland. Quite a nice of fering was taken. Rev. James S. Hatcher, Holland, Traynham and Holland rendered one of their quaint old quartets of the longings of an old lady to return down South once more where she could hear the mocking birds singing once more. Mr. J. A. Grimes, of Eighth Avenue was called to Lynchburg Friday, November 28 to attend the funeral of his brother, Mr. Isaac Grimes who died in Pittsburgh, Pa. The remains were shipped to Lynchburg for interment. Mrs. Zoula Ramsey of 154 Wells Alley, who has been sick for quite a long while is somewhat improved at this writing. Her many friends will be pleased to hear. Mr. Richard Faulkner and Mr. Eugene Brown were in the city last week, after about six or seven weeks absence in Haifa County where they had been doing some work for Mr. G. W. Coleman. They returned on Monday night. Mrs. Nannie King, of 519 Fairway Avenue, N. W. who has been indisposed several days is much improved at this writing. Mrs. Ellen A. Lawson, of Alton, was the guest of Mr. T. T. Trynham and wife, Mrs. Laura Trynham, of Teeth Avenue, N. E. for dinner on Sunday, November 20. Mrs. Trynham and Mrs. Lawson attended the Hill Street at three o'clock. They heard a wonderful sermon delivered by Rec. L. W. Lee of the High Street Baptist Church. They remained to the B. Y. P. U., after which they came to the home of M. Stanfield and spent a few minutes. Then they attended the A. M. E. Young PooBles Church Religious Program, which was excellent. Mrs. George Prim, of Pocahontas, Va. spent Thanksgiving with her husband. She is a teacher in that town. They reside at 125 Seventh Avenue, N. W. Mr. W. M. Shaffer of Sun, W. Va. is spending a few days in the city, the guest of his sister, Mrs. Annie Thomas. Mr. Carl Albers, Hugh L. Taylor, W. H. Hurches, Ward Holland return ed from a hunting trip in Bedford County where they meet two days They bagged 103 rabbits, 15 birds and 5 squirrels. Mrs. Joanie Davis, of Raleigh, N. C. spent a week in the city the guest of her sister, Mrs. Mattie Watson, 227 Wells Avenue, N. W. Mr. C. H. Moorman, of Lawer, Va. spent Thanksgiving with his daughter, Mrs. E. B. Payne, 229 Third Avenue, N. W. Miss Nellie Harris, of Bedford, Va. is the guest of her grandmother Mrs. Woof Calls, 710 Greinbach Avenue. Mrs. Emma Williams, of 124 Gilmer Avenue was called to South Boston Va., where she attended the funeral of her brother, Mr. Landon Shorts, who died on the 21st. Mr. Shorts was well knowⁿ in Roanoke He lived here for quite a number of years. Mrs. Williams' mother, Mrs. P. Shorts, accompanied her home and will spend a few days as her guest. Get a copy of one of the many Negro newspapers from Dugger, 600 Gainsboro Avenue. The home of Mr. J, M Smith, 201 Ninth Avenue, N. W. was slightly damaged by the Sunday afternoon. While the Dugon was at dinner some one of his neighbors informed him that his home was alive. The home was fully insured. Mrs. Laura R. Durphy, of 131 Seventh Avenue is much better. She has been confined to her home about one month. Miss Lottie Hale, of 612 Sixth Avenue, N. W. spent Thanksgiving in Lennoxburg, where she witnessed the footbal I game between Virginia Theological Seminary and College and HILI H. College. Dr. Odocoey spent Thanksgiving in Richmond and Petersburg, where he witnessed the Hamilton Union game. He visited relatives in Petersburg. Mr. William Buford returned to the city. He has been in the Navy since 1917. Mrs. Mary E. Hackley, of 15 Lynneburg Avenue, N. E. spent Thanksgiving in Columbus, Ohio, the guest of Mrs. Alice Berger. Then to Pittsburgh, where she will spend two weeks the guest of her uncle, Mr. John White. Rev. A. W. Lee of the High Street Baptist Church has returned from his three weeks vacation much refreshed from his trip. The work on Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church is progressing nicely under the circumstances. There have been no breaks in the services. It will be more favorable now since the walls are nearly complete. Master Edgar Howard paid a flying visit to Richmond to be with his brother, Master Irving Howard, of Union University, for Thanksgiving. He returned Friday much elated over his trip. Mr. Robert Woods and Miss Bea lah L. Davis were married Thanks giving evening at 7 o'clock by Rev. T. C. Curtis. They were married at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Davis, of Vinton. After the ceremony cake and wine were served A good many witnessed the ceremony. Following the announcement that the War Cause Community Service would be discontinued November 31st came the information from the General Headquarters that the work would be extended to January 31st, 1920 much to the satisfaction of the citizens of Ronoke. One of the interesting features of the work will be that of the Community Chris mas tree, not a giving tree, but a receiving tree, and all articles will be given to the needy families of Ronoke. Mrs.' McFadden, through her versatility and resourcefulness has succeeded in creating a social spirit in the community which is greatly ap preciated by all who have co-operated with her. The War Camp Community Service has no connection what ever with the work of the Detention Home. Mrs. Olivia Ward Bush-Banks of Chicago, IL, is now making a most successful tour through Virginia and other southern points in the interest of her literary work. She is producing for the first time in the South; her new Indian play "The Trail of the Montauk," a glory of Indian life with the scenes taken from the birth place of Mrs. Bush-Banks in the eastern part of New York State. She has already presented it in various clubs in Rennoke and her audiences have been thrilled by her able interpretations of that which is ancestral with her. She has been successful in securing the best talent Rennoke affords. The play has been given in True Reformers Hall for the Presbyterian Church Club, the First Baptist Church She has also given special programs for the M. Zion Baptist Church and the Neilshi Baptist Church of Salem Va. The play will be produced at the S. Paul M. E. Church this week. Mrs. Bush Banks has received hearty commendations from her hearers as she has given readings from her book "Driftwood," collection of prose and poetry. She is well known in Boston, Mass., where she resided earlier in life, and throughout New England where she has been actively connected with the Federated work among women, both white and colored. Her social work has been noticeable both in the East and in Chicago where she has been closely connected with the War Coco Community Service and where she has been most useful in connection with the Chicago Urban League, serving as their first community worker and rendering valuable services. Mrs. Bush-Banks has in her position a number of letters from Dr. Lawrence Dunbar and Mrs. Els Wheeler Wilcox complimenting her for her worthy literary talent. She has been invited to give her play in Newfork, Newport, News, Richmond and other places. Mrs. Bush-Banks will render a program for the Women's Club in Clifton Forge this week. Don't fail to get a copy of the new magazine. The Competitor. You will like it. All about the colored people at Duxbury Stand, 600 Ganashore, Avenue, N. 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THE DILL COMPANY, NORRISTOWN, PA. DILL'S HAIR POMADE FLORENCE LETTER. (E. B. Webster) FLORENCE, S. C., December 1. Mr. B. F. Arnett Peters, all star barbone of Detroit, Mich. passed here enroute to Lamar via Darlington Mr. Peters spoke encouragingly of the race in Detroit. They are buying homes and making good, except, of course, the worthless fellow. Mrs. Rebecca Dykes, after spending four months and one week at Ashville, N. C., having a swell time, has returned home to the great satisfaction of her many friends. Mr. Robert H. Henry, of Washington, D. C., was all smiles when he passed here enroute to Jacksonville, Fla. Mrs. Charles H. Smith and daughter, Selra passed through the city recently enroute to St. Augustine, Fla. to visit her mother. Rev. N. S. Gillespie S. G. M. of the United Sons of Abraham, main office, Columbia, $^7$ C. passed the city recently returning from a meeting of the State Grand Department Council of the Order, S. G. M. at St. Ben'ah Baptist Church, Florence County met on Friday, November 27, where they entered an injunction against the action of the State Grand Session at Columbia, S. C in a call meeting where they passed resolutions that the S. V. M of the Order be paid $75 per month and that the deputies report to the General Secretary. At the meeting at St. Beulah all the deputies reported and acted on the injunction. This Order, said the chief, has more than 4,000 members and already has $5,000 in bank to deposit with the insurance company for South Carolina. The head Treasurer is located at 1017 W. Washington Street, Columbia, S. C. Mr. R. B. Davis, an old citizen of Florence, who left here about 34 years ago, is here visiting his daughers of his first marriage. He left here for Decatur, Ala. as manager of the Rinkheit Soft Drink Coneer, but after fifteen years service with them moved to Mound Bayon, Miss, and opened a business of his own, where he is making money. About 22 years ago he married for the second time, Miss Mary Biley, of Atlanta, Ga., and to them was given a daughter, Miss Hattie Bailey, who assists him in the management of his business. She is a graduate of Mary Harvie Seminary at West Point, Miss. Mr. Davis sold his home at Decatur, Ala., recently for $3,000. He said the town of Mound Bayon is entirely governed by race leaders and is very prosperous. Mr. and Mrs. Willie Hodges left the city recently to visit Jacksonville Florida. Mr. Samuel Graham, of Lake City S. C. passed through the city recently enroute from Richmond, Va. for home Miss Eliza Bee of Back Swamp, S. C. was married to Mr. Bose Brown on Thursday, December 4. Rev. E. Ham officiating. The bride is the charming daughter of Mr. Carolina Bee, one of the leading citizens of the County and for twenty years superintendent of the Center Baptist Sunday School and highly respected. He is a real estate owner. Mr. Leroy Albmone one of our leading young men preached his trial sermon Sunday evening at Trinity Baptist Church. His text was John 3:7. "Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again." A large crowd was out to hear him. Mrs. Ruth Webster Boone and little son, Francis, have returned from a visit to Georgetown, S. C. --- FULTON NOTES A very pretty but quiet home wedding took place Monday night, December 1, when Mrs. Rachel Cross was married to Mr. Thomas Nelson in the presence of their relatives and friends. The Rev. C, A. Cobb affiliated, Mrs. Cross is the mother of Miss Susie Townes. Our friend and brother, William Sewell expects to take into himself a wife, in person of Mrs. Addie Rellfield, Mrs. Rellfield is the sister of the wife of Rev. W, W. Wines, of Indianaapolis, Ind., also of Mesdames Precia Walker, Lizzie Mitchell and Elmoa Fields, of this city. Reception, Thursday, December 11, 1919 at 908 Degney Street, from 9 to 11:30 P. M. Friends are invited No cards. M.T. CALVARY We listened to a great sermon on Thanksgiving Day by the Rev. El Turtle, of Petersburg. The Cabin service of the three Fulton Churches were held at Mr. Calvary. We all enjoyed his discourse. Mrs. Martha Burgess Brown, one of Calvary's old members, died at her home in Jeteria, Va. about November 1, 1919. Rev. Cobb's subject Sunday morning will be, "God's Suit Against Humanity." Job 9:33. Communion Rev. Jackson, of Union preached for us at $3.00 P. M. He did well and showed to us that he was determined to carry the Gospel, Rev. Dr. Secovill (white) of the faculty of Virginia Union University was present on the rostrum. He stated that he was glad to be present and more so after meeting Mr. C. B. Jefferson, the corresponding secretary of the R. B. S. Union and newcomer of Miss Virginia Jefferson, of Metrose Massachusetts and a member of the Church which the Reverend used to pastor in Massachusetts. We were very glad to have the Rev. Secovil in our midst. We hope he will avail himself of the opportunity and come and be with us some Sunday morning. Some of the sick are: Miss Mildred White, 408 Orleans Street, Mrs Annie Allen, Mrs Louise Carter, Brother Nathaniel Yates, Sr. and Mrs. Lillian Woo/dridge, who is at the Virginia Hospital. The people of Fulton are endeavoring to establish a Community House. The place has been secured at Second and Denny Streets. There will be rooms for shower baths, pool and many attractive and inspiring amusements. A great drive for contributions is being put on, to last ten days. Each and everyone are asked to help this most needed cause for the upfit of our boys and girls. Bible Institute at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, December 21, 22 and 23. RISING MT. ZION A large and appreciative audience turned out last Sunday at the Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church. After the Sunday School teachers had impressed the lesson in a practical way upon the hearts of the children they went to the auditorium, Rev. William M. Harris, D. D., our State Missionary preached a fine sermon to the delight of all present. He was at his best. One child accepted Christ. The Tag Rally was a success at 3:30. Again we were lifted up by the beautiful address or sermon by Rev. B. H. Hester, of the Union University. He treated the subject of home missions in a most practical way. We believe there is a great future of usefulness before him, Rev. Mrs. George, of Surry was present. At night the pastor preached from the subject, "Living for Christ." We all went home feeling that the day had been well spent in the service of the Lord. Rev. and Mrs. N. B. Brown left Tuesday morning for their country home. The wood. They sit among our members are implying. Cough Remedy Made in Richmond Becomes Famous Thos. Tabb Jeffries, Well Known Richmond Pharmacist, Discoverer of Valuable Formula, Now Known as Jeffries No. 1 Cough Mixture --- Richmond is again in the limelight nationally. 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Clip this ad, take it to your drummist, get a bottle and keep it in the house for use when needed. Three sizes, 20c, 60c and $1.10. THOS, TABD JEFFRIES MFG. PHARMACIST, Richmond, Va.—Adv. The officers, directors and home office staff of the Southern Aid Society of Va., Inc., were the guests of the Richmond District Agents Association of said society at their installation exercises last Friday evening, November 24th, 1919. The meeting was held in the auditorium of Morris Caterra, A unique program rich and enjoyable was received. Rev, S. A. Morgan, of Wide Water Va, was present and offered prayer, "Americas" was sung after which the Vice-countess was delivered by Mr. R. J. Wierer, Mr. W. A. Joanan the Assistant Secretary Manager of the Society in quite a happy vein, presented the Rev. Dr. Evans Payne, pastor of Fourth Baptist Church, who installed the officers of the Agent's Association. Dr. Payne enrapured his listeners by his logic and wit. The association was loud in its thanks to the doctor for his timely address. Those installed in office were: Mr. S. H. Walker, President; Mr. A. L. Woolfolk, Vice-President; Mr. W. H. Banks Secretary; Mr. G. L. Branch, Asst. Seety; Rev. M. C. Ruf Fin, Treasurer; Mr. H. J. Walker, Chaplain; Mr. H. B. Burwell Sergent-at-Arms. The retiring President, Mr. W. W. Carter was presented with a gold medal of honor because he had held a fifty-two week's increase on his debit without a break. Mr. B. L. Jordan, Secretary-Manager of the Society made the presentation speech in which he complimented the agents of the district for their good work and also gave a brief survey of the work of the society in general. A delightful feature of the program was the singing of the Southern Ad. Quatet-Mesdames, Elizabeth Taylor Cobbs, J. E. Foster, Amanda Smith, Miss Ruth Morris and the duet by Mr. Geo. M. Booker and Mrs. cobbs. Miss Louise Carter presided at the plano. Mr. W. H. Stokes who is in charge of the new business of the district made a glowing report of agents work of the week. The program concluded with short addresses by Mr. A. D. Price, President of the Society; Mr. W. E. Baker, Treasurer; Mr. Jas. C. West, Superintendent of Richmond District. Covers had been spread for seventy-five and an appetizing menu was served. Messrs D. C. Deane, Jr.; A. C. Ellis; Miss Sadie Allen; Miss Katherine Taylor of the Home office ex ended their compliments to the Agents in neat speeches. The general arrangements of the entire affair were in the hands of the Sunshine Committee; Messrs J. H. Carter; A. L. Woolfolk and George L. Branch; Mr. W. S. Morgan was Master of Ceremonies. --- DIVORCE IS REFUSED TO A SILENT WIFE. Lived Four Years With Husband Without Speaking. London, Nov. 29.—After living with her husband for four years without either having ut ered a word to other Mrs. Thomas Hill decided that she had had enough of a silent wedded life. 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The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bonds of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant on the ground of desertion. And an affidavit having been made and filed that Winston Brown is not a resident of Virginia it is ordered that he appear here within fifteen days after due publication of this order and do what is necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy: Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk. WILLIAM F. DENNY, P. Q. 511 North Second Street VIRGINIA: In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 10th day of November, 1919. SOLOLMON WILSON, Plaintiff against In Chancery. CARRIE WILSON, Defendant. The object of this suit is to obtain absolute divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant upon the ground of desertion. And an affidavit having been made and filed that the defendant Carrie Wilson is not a resident of the State of Virginia. It is ordered that the said Carrie Wilson appear here with in fifteen days after the due publication of this order and do what may be necessary to protect her interest herein. A Copy. Teste: LUTHER LIPRIN, Clork. L. BENRY CRITCHFIELD, P. Q. 1117 E. Marshall St., Richmond Va. --- Exceptrix's Notice Having certified as Executrix of the estate of Mary Etta Waler, deceased, all persons having claims against said estate will present the same to me for payment, and all persons owing said estate will please settle promptly with me. —ROSA D. POWSER. Executrix of Mary Etta Waler Deed S. W. Robinson GROCERIES. 623 NORTH THIRD STREET Richmond, Virginia Phone, Madison 3038 BOARD AND LODGING BY THE DAY OR WEEK service service Good Loyalty home service MRS. BOOER T. LOTTWIST 1111 Broad Street, Richmond, VA RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library. REV. AND MRS W. T JOHNSON CELEBRATE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THEIR MARRIAGE. On Thursday evening, November 20th, the handsome home of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson was brilliantly lighted and thronged with merry gues s. The occasion being the celebration of the Tenty-fifth Anniversary of the marriage of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson. The partors were a scene of beauty, decorated in pains and ferns and dotted with cut flowers upon which dazzled the variegated colored lights. At the appointed hour the receiving line was formed consisting of the friends selected to stand with the bride and groom, all arrayed in beau tiful costumes suitable for the occasion. Dr. and Mrs. Johnson entered through the back parlor, and took their position between the windows in the front parlor, under a bower of palms beautifully arranged for the purpose. They were accompanied by Mrs. Amanda Nixon and Mr. Bushrod Michle, of Washington, D. C., cousin and nephew of the bride. Dr. D. N. Vassar of Lynchburg, Va., who performed the marriage ceremony twenty-five years ago was pres ent to pronounce the blessing which he did in well chosen words telling of the past happiness of the couple, their popularity, their spendid quali ficationes and their usefulness in every way. He presented the bride with a ring the gift of her husband. Mrs. M. A. Cross sang most charm ingly 'O Promise Me," accompanied by Miss Mary Cobbs, after which Dr. Z. D. Lewis offered an appropriate prayer beseeching the blessings of God upon them for many years of bliss and happiness. Mrs. Carrie Haw kins sang sweetly, "Perfect Love," accompanied by Miss Mildred Ander son. Mr. A. W. Homes was master of ceremonies and presented the above program in a delightful way. Little Miss Viola Mickens presented the bride and groom a silver horse shoe to insure future good luck. Recoving with the couple were: Mrs. Maggie L. Walker; Mrs. Rosa K. Jones; Mrs. Rosa Patterson; Mrs. Amelia Davenport; Mrs. Mary E. Carter; Mrs. J. A. Funn; Miss Rosa D. Brooks; Mrs. Lavinia Jefferson; Mrs. Mary A. Robertson; Mrs. Kate Bagy; Mrs. Zemoria D. Wood; Mrs. Rosa Watson; Mrs. Ella Walker; Mrs. Nauie Morgan; Mrs. Fannie Carrington; Mrs. Fannie James; Mrs. Newton Smith; Mrs. Emma Ellis; Mrs. Emmeline Johnson; Miss Harriott Cabell; Mrs. Martha S. Morgan; Mrs. Susan Price; Mrs. Ora Brown Stokes; Mrs. Ida E. Charity; Mrs. Emma Mickens; Mrs. Z. D. Lewis, Mrs. L. B. Lewis; Mrs. Mary M. Davenport; Mrs. Lucy Cross; Mrs. Mary S. Carter; Mrs. Dettie G. Cousins; Mrs. Emma Watson; Mrs. J. H. Blackwell Mrs. Louisa R. Allen; Mrs. Lifian H. Payne; Mrs. H. R. Williams, and Mrs. Julia S. sokes; Mrs. Missouri Jones and Mrs. Hammel Johnson. The bride was attired in a beautifully draped crimson gown of Ashes of Roses so in handsomely embossed with pearls and rhinestone entrain with ostrich tips to maath. The bodice particularly attractive, half of it was made of silver lace, flowing sleeves of dotted Ashes of Roses, ne edged with pearls and weighted with tassels of silver and pearl beads. She wore silver slippers to match the love'y gown. The bride presented a most charming appearance, elegant to be hold. The groom was handsomey attired in the conventional costume of black and contributed much of his manner and charm to the most happy and joyful occasion. Mrs. M. M. E. Carter presented the guest in her most entertaining way. Mr. J. A. Nixon presided at the piano and rendered the wedding march. The entertainment feature was supervised by Mr. R. L. Harris, the noted caterer, assisted by the committee from the Board of Deacons and Ushers Laymons' Missionary Union and the Sunday School of the First Baptist Church and other friends, namely, Deacons R. L. Harris; W. T. Wright A. C. Hines; Messrs J. Archer Funn, Horace Scott; J. H. Johnson; J. Wun White, W. S. Morgon; J. C. Robertson; Essex Page; W. E. Causie; Estko and Evecte; Johnson all in full evening dress. The presents received were numerous and elegant, coming from all sections of the United States. Many friends availed themselves of the openportunity of sending bright new money, put up in most fantastic styles in silver boxes, baskets, barrels, baskets and on the wall was displayed a gold en picture frame which enclosed twenty-five new dollars, the gift of Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Michie and sons of Washington, D. C. (Mr Michie is the broth of Mrs. Johnson.) There were sev oral other packages of twenty-five dollars put up in fancy styles. The number and value of the gifts attest the popularity of Dr. and Mrs. Johnson not only in their own church, city and state, but through out the entire country, by both colored and white friends. It was the conensus of opinion of all present that no one in this city has ever received more numerous or valuable wedding gifts or their anniversary day. Among the out of town guests we noted Mrs. Nannie I Somerville, Clarksville, Virginia; Mrs. Bushrod Michie, Washington, D. C.; Miss Mary Scot, Trevillian, Va.; Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin Brown, New York; Mrs. James, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Katie McKenzie, Washington, D. C.; Mrs. Nannie Day Washington, D. C. Wedding presents and congratulations in the form of letters and telegrams were received from both the city and state officials. The verdict throughout the city is that the 25th Anniversary reception of Dr. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson was the grandest and most beautiful event that has ever been witnessed ed in Richmond. Dr. and Mrs. Johnson have the best wishes of their large number of friends for many years more of happy, wedded bliss. --- THE BOY SCOT CAMPAIGN AND THE NEGRO BOY. Forty three thousand ($43,000) dollars have recently been subscribed by the white people of this community to pay for leisure time activities for white boys. The Boy Scout Campaign was endorsed and actively supported by the pulpit, press, leaders of thought and every class of white citizens. Not one dissenting voice was heard, but good American dollars were piled up in order to give the white boy the wholesome and healthful recreation offered by the boy scout program. In addition to the scout program, the white boy has modern churches and Sunday school rooms, he has access to the well equipped gymnasium and game rooms of the Y. M. C. A., he has the Y. swimming pool and the Howitzer swimming pool; he has playgrounds in every section of the city, he has the Young Men's Hebrew Association and the Knights of Columbus, he has community centers and restrovers he has cadet corps; he has lyeums and debating societies; he has Sunday Sings and Band concerts; he has circulating libraries; he has all of these things and more we must not mention. His playtime is capitalized He is taut through play to be many vigorous, to be gallant, to work in teams, to respect his womenhood and to oblary to his fellows. In sad contrast, what has the Negro boy? Will those who wax choment and harangue on the imperfections of the Negro youth answer? Have they some secret method of attracting the youthful imagination, unknown to the people who have just given $43,000 to supplement the things already provided for the white youth? Are these things of no consequence and the thousands spent in promoting them wasted? It may be after all that the Negro do no need as much in this life as other races. It may be that his development is destined to be of the mushroom variety. Negro children must not laugh and sing and dance and play. All that is bright and cheerful and blitheness must be banished from their lives. Their leisure time needs no direction, their methods of play must go forever unrestricted. Is it surprising that they satisfy a perfectly natural desire through recourse to commercial amusement? Hones it now, can you blame them? The success of the scout campaign is a triumph for the white boy. Does it mean anything at all to the Negro boy? —M. ALPHONSO NORFELL GEORGIANS LYNCH MAN Macon, Ga., Dec. 1. For shooting and seriously wounding Hansel Rosier Jr., son of a prominent Wilkinson County farmer, a Negro whose name has not been learned was some time Sunday night lynched by a small mob of Big Walnut Church forty-eight miles southeast of Macon. There was no excitement in the community and nothing was known of the lynching not this morning when the Negro's body was found hanging from a tree not far from the main road at the church. A load of shot fired by the Negro struck Rosier in the face and beast, but reports received here tonight, say he will recover. What caused the Negro to shoot the white man is not known. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1919. HOW WILL HE USE IT? BLACK POWER. FEEDS THE SOUTH CLOTHES THE SOUTH 20% OF AMERICAN LABOR. AMERICAN NEGRO LABORER GEORGE BEN JOHNSON 12-19- EDITOR MITCHELL SPEAKS A Large Audience Greets Him in Halifax County. Sutherlin, Va., Dec. 1,—Editor John Mitchell, Jr., President of the Mechanics Savings Bank and Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias in tai. State spoke here yesterday at P. M., at the White Oak Baptist Church, White Oak to a packed house composed of both white and colored people and his remarks are the subject of much favorable comment in this section of the country. Some of the most influential white citizens in this county heard him and at the conclusion of his remarks commended him for his utterances. They want him to come here again and make an address. FINE PROGRAMME He held the audience spell bound for nearly an hour and at the conclusion of his remarks, Deputy Grand Chancellor A. B. Betts, carried him to the station at Pace's where he took the 5:05 train for Richmond. The programme was interesting and varied. A song was rendered by the choir and the highly esteemed pastor Rev. W. M. Ewell delivered a short appropriate welcome address. On he half of the Knights of Pythias, District Deputy Grand Chancellor A. B. Betts spoke and he was followed by Miss Bee rice Squire, who also delivered a short but appropriate address A GLOWING INTRODUCTION To Sir R. H. Hunt was assigned the task of introducing the speaker. He reviewed the career of Grand Chancellor Mitchell and concluded his admirable remarks by calling the orator of the evening to come forward. Mr. Mitchell had been assigned the subject, "What Shall The Negro do to Retain the Friendly Relationship with our White Friends? What has he done Financially?" This subject permitted a wide range of thought and comment and the speaker took advantage of it and greatly pleased all present. He took dinner with Rev. W. M. Ewell and his Madame, Sir J. H. Martin and his Madame, Mrs Isabella Betts serving a fine repast at the Betts Mansion. MANY VISITORS. Visitors from all parts of the country were in attendance. Sir Robert C. Jonnings and Sir Graeme Marek were in attendance also. The Com mittee of Arrangements was composed of A. B. Betts, R. H. Hunt; Jordan Squire; Mrs. Isabella Bets and Miss Beatrice Squire. The affair was admirably arranged and manned. --- PROMINENT UNDERTAKER IS LAID TO REST. Funeral of William Isaac Johnson is Impressive and Imposing The funeral of Undertaker William Issue Johnson on Thanksgiving Day was an event long to be remembered in this city. It was a remarkable scene around Johnson's Hall where so many even so had been staged before, but none like this one. He belonged to an innumerable number of organizations and they or their representatives were there. Funeral Director W. E. Patterson, who now resides in Philadelphia came on to assist in the laying away of the man, whom he had faithfully served in business for so many years. It was an amobile, carriage and walking funeral, all combined. The floral designs were numerous and costly. The deceased had been a memher of the First Baptist Church for many years and here, where he had carried so many other people to have the last services performed, he now rested in all of his solemn glory. Rev, W. T. Johnson, D. D., had charge of the funeral and he is an adept at this kind of business. Rev, Dr. Scott C. Burrell lined the hymn. Rev, Dr. R. O. Johnson read the Scriptures; Rev, Dr. C. C. Gill of the Leigh Street Methodist Church prayed and Rev, J. Andrew Rowley lined another hymn. Dr. Walter H. Brooks of Washington, D. C., wi h his usual in pressiveness prayed the closing prayer. Rev. W. T. Johnson delivered a model funeral sermen. He was sympathetic throughout and made a touching appeal for support of the young man that the deceased had left behind. He was followed by Rev. Evans Payne, D. D., and Rev. M. E. Davis, D. D. The solemn cortege passed out. Active Pallbearers: E. T. Jenkins, R. J. Franklin; Rev. Turner, A. W. Holmes, Prof. J. H. Blackwell, E. R. Carter, H. H. Anderson, Heckeliah Curtis. Honorary Pallbearers: John R. Chiles, Armstead Washington, Dr W. R. Hurphs, W. R. Robinson, John Hobell Jr., James N. Froeswer, W. S. Wasson, Cornelius Scott, J. R. Pollard, F. N Brown, Prof. Jones, E. C. Burke; Ned Thompson; W. G. Singleton, John Beard, Jack Daniels John T. Taylor; Albert Norrell, Mr. Royal Threat, Wm. Selden, James Cunningham; John Mabrey, John Hall Sr. Christopher Kemp, Ed. Coleman John A. Turner, Robert T. Hadden, E. F. Johnson, B. L. Jordan, Geo. W. Lewis. The remains were buried in a burglar proof vault. The casket was metallic bronze and is said to have been lised at $1,500.00. Thus all that remained of William Isaac Johnson was shut out from the light of the sun forever. Card of Thanks. Mrs. Clara Owens takes this opportunity to thank the many friends who assisted Mrs. Fannie Bradford and Mrs. Harriet Runt in getting a source of $12.72 for her husband Mr. Bernard Owens who has been sick for several months. May God's blessings ever rest upon you all. --MRS. CLARA OWENS Card of Thanks Mrs. Louisa Flowers and daughters wish to thank their many friends and neighbors for the lovely surprise and purse presented them for their brother and uncle on Tuesday November 19th at their residence 1014 Catherine street and especially Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Branch, 1011 1-2 Catherine street. May God's blessings ever rest up o nyou all. —MRS. L. FLOWERS, AND DAUGHTERS. A Wife Wanted I want for a wife a woman between 21 and 25 years old. A widow with babe in her arms preferable. I have a good home near Toano Va. Correspond with P. O. BOX, 72 --- Mr. Hezekiah Jones, of Powhatan County, Va. paid a flying visit to South Richmond this week. Miss Bessie Curtis, underwent a successful operation at Johns Howkins Hospital, Baltimore, Md. and has returned to Norfolk, Va. Miss Curtis is the daughter of Mr. Hezekiah Curtis, of this city. JUDGE HARRISON AT THE CITY AUDITORIUM DECEMBER 8. Judge William Harrison will discuss "The Negro's National Platform" at the City Auditorium, December 8th, 1919 at 8:15 P. M. This eminent jurist will delight the citizens of this city, who avail themselves of the opportunity to hear him. Those who love clear cat logical reasoning and forceful address will hear this eminent Christian statesman on the above mentioned date. As an orator he is in a class by himself, brilliant orate, magnetic he fairly lits his audiences from their feet and bears them to Demosthenic realms of oratory. At present he is touring the middle west and speaking to capacity audiences of both white and colored. He is a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States and was for a long time Judge of the Superior Court of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All Richmond is preparing to do him honor on the above mentioned date by occupying every available seat in the Auditorium. Let us show to other people that we honor the women and men among us who have accomplished things worth while. More than 100 men and women who are prominent in the social business and fraernal world of this city have formed a citizens committee and will welcome Judge Harrison in a manner befitting the citizens of this commonwealth and the disting uished guest who will be in our midst. Special music will be rendered by the Sabbath Gloe Club and Madame Sevilla E. Briggs. Under the auspices of the Ebenezer Baptist Church; First Presbyterian Church; and the Richmond Neighborhood Association. Admission 25 cents. Reserved seals fifty cents. General Committee—Dr. W. H. Stokes, Dr. A. A. Hector; Mrs. H. E. Thompson; Mrs. Artena J. Miller; Mrs. Ora Brown Stokes; Chairman; Gen. Com. Lella A. Wynn, Secretary. Tickets on sale at the following places: Miller's Hotel; Morris' Cafe'erla; Mechanic's Bank; St. Luke Bank; Va. Union University; Brown and Chambers Drug Store; Jackson's Drug Store; Bowles Drug Store First St., Shackleford's Drug Store, Church Hill; Howard Pharmacy; Yancey's Drug Store, St. Peter and Baker St., Miss Virginia Randolph's $16 W. Broad Street; King's Confectionery Second and Leigh Streets. Circulating Managers: Messrs. Abram Harris, Jr., J. Henry Peers, Jr.; Amos C. Clarke and others MT. O.——THANKS—MT. O. We take this medium of expressing thanks to all, who assisted us in making our Autumnal Lecture Course a success. The sound advice and wise counsel given by Prof. J. R. Mayne, Mr. W. A. Jordan and Dr. R. F. Taneeli will long live in the memory of the large assembly that welcomed them last Sunday afternoon. The Excell Chorus, which will give a grand concert at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church the 16 inst., added much to the programme by then sweet melodies. All are invited to attend our services as you have our Lectures. Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, —REV. J. ANDREW BOWLER, Pastor MT O.----SERVICES----MT O Next Sunday December 7th at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church the pastor will present the VI. sermon on his Fireside Series; Subject, "Son are the parents proud of thee?" 4 P. M. Communion Services. A hearty we come is extended to all. —REV. J. ANDREW BOWLER, Pastor. 30TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. Mr. and Mrs. John R. Chiles announce their 30 h marriage anniversary reception at their residence, 316 W. Leigh St., Thursday evening, December 18, 1919 from 8:00 o'clock to 11:30 o'clock. All friends are invited. No cards. Mr. Horward W. Thomas of Charleroi, Pa., was in the city last week and called on us. I_n Memoriam In love and memory of my dear and beloved friend. Mrs. Lucinda Brown who died December, 1918 a year ago at the Protestant Hospital Norfolk, Va. Tis hard, so hard to break the cord When love has bound the heart. Tis hard so hard to say the word we We must forever part. Dearest Lucinda we have laid you In the peaceful grave's embrace But your memory will be cherished your memory will be cherished Till we see your heavenly face. We devoted friend, Miss. BEAUREGARD F. MOSELEY DEAD We were shocked last Tuesday to receive a telegram from Mrs. Carrie Moseley announcing the death of her able husband at Chicago, Ill., Attorney Beauregard B. Mossey. He was a unique character, a devo ce of Gov. Lownes, now a presidential candidate in the Republican ranks. He was proprietor of Idlewild Hotel and he had many friends. His death will be generally felt in the Chicago community, where he was an impressive and influential figure. His family has our sympathy. DEATH OF SIR R. V. COOLEY. Marion, Va., Nov. 24, 1919.—The sudden death of Sir R. V. Cooley was a shock to the community. He was a member of the Order of the K. of P. of Winchester, Va., Lodge No. 209 Shenandoah, for two years and six months. It can be credibly said that Sir R. V. Cooley was an inspiring, and aspiring young man, 27 years old. He left the roaring tempest of earth; for a greater change, by the will of his heavenly Father where he will stand in the full rays of joy. Sunshine and peace. His death and suffering came to him, while he was away from his native home, Marlon, Va. His body was sent to Marlon, Va., from the State of West Virginia, where he was summoned from earth. Members of the K. of P., Lodge of Marlon, Va. No. 230 which has been recently organized a few months, received the body of Sir R. V. Cooley, and after proper time the body was laid away by the order of Marlon, Va. We, Sirs, miss so useful a Sir Knight who treads death's chilly streams, without fear. THE AMATEUR DRAMATIC CLUB The Amateur Drama ic Club presents Misses Alice Holmes, Grace Knox and others in "The Eternal Magdalene." Will you forget the Movies just for a few hours? If so, come to see the Eternal Magdalene, given by the Amateur Dramatic Club, December 12th, 1919, 8:15 P. M., St. Luke Auditorium. Come live the life, and learn to lift up your fallen sister. Who is she? Miss Alice Holmes, she is the "Eternal Magdalene" she is immortal! She's the sinner, but Christ uplifted her. Her name rings down through the Ages. It is the best representation of what the social evil means that has ever been presented. It is the heart of people that must be reformed. Reformatories, do not reform. You would not stone her with stones as in days of old, but with your tongue and scandal. Miss Glince Knox will give you a wonderful protravel of "The Woman" while Miss Alice Holmes is the Eternal Magdalene. It is better, yes, lots better than the movies, which give you only one half. We can't convince you but see ing is Believing. December 12th, 1919, 8:15 P. M. Come to the St. Lake Hall to see the Masterpiece, "Eternal Magdalene," in impressive forcefulness Mr. Bradshaw, Mr. Jas. H. Peters; Newspaper Reporter, Mr. W. S. Dun ston; Macy, in love with Bradshaws daughter, Mr. Geo Giles; Rev. Smol let, Mr. Alphus Dandridge; Paul Bradshaws son, Mr. Reuben Clay; Rev. Gleason, Mr. Elsworth Stors; Judge, Mr. Roger Robertson; Otto, servant of the House, Mr. Geo, Lomax Bradshaws daughter, Miss Mar ha Smith; Mrs. Bradshaw, Miss Rosa Meade; Blanche Dumond, Miss Grace Knox; "The Eternal Magdalene" Miss Alice Hoimes. ADMISSION, .....25 CENTS. Mr. Leonard E. Jackson of Portsmouth, Va., spent a pleasant Thanksgiving with relatives and friends who were glad to see him after an absence of eighteen months. N. Rosette Potterson made the trip with him. They left for home last Fri- HE PLANET SATURDAY...DECEMBER 6, 1919 ACHIEVEMENT RECORD MADE BY REPUBLICANS Enact Many Laws for the Country's Benefit and Save Nearly a Billion of Money Washington, D. C.—Representative Frank W. Mondoll, of Wyoming, major leader in the House has issued a statement in which he calls the attention of the country to the long list of achievements of the Republicans into that body since they were called into extra session six months ago. "The fact is," he says, "that the special session has saved to the American people $940,000,000 below the appropriations actually proposed by its predecessor and more than $1,750,000,000 below the estimates on which those appropriation bills were based." He then gives a list of general measures en acted as follows: The return of the telephone, telegraph and cable lines of the country to their owners. The adoption of the woman-suffrage amendment. The placing on the statute books of a complete and comprehensive national prohibition law. The enactment of liberal provisions for vocational training and rehabilitation of wounded soldiers and sailors; and generous appropriations for the same. The extention and enlargement of the food control act with a view of preventing hoarding and profiteering and with additional penalties for the violation of the statute. Provision for additional travel pay for enlisted men discharged from the Regular Army. The incorporation of the American Legion. Amendment to the war-risk insurance act increasing the allowance in certain classes of serious injury. Repeal of the daylight-savings law. Provision for additional compensation for employees of the Postal Service. The Edge bill, an extension of the Federal reserve act, providing for organization for the promotion of foreign trade. A most important piece of constructive legislation particularly essential in the development of our trade with South America and in the extension of our commerce with all the world. This bill has passed both the House and Senate and has been agreed to in conference. The Sweet bill amending the warrisk insurance act, with the view of increasing the efficiency of the bureau and greatly liberalizing the provisions of the act in the payment of compensation to disabled soldiers sailors and marines. The Johnson bill, for the deportation of undesirable aliens. The Rowe soamen's bill, to encourage American citizen to enter the merchant marine by reducing the length of the sea service necessary for American citizens taking a course or United States training ships to become able soamen. The Alexander load-line bill, to aid American shipping by the establishment of load-lines for certain vessels. The Rodgers bill, authorizing the Secretary of War to loan rifles to posts of the American Legion. The Kahn bill to encourage the efficiency of the Military Establishment by a modification of the requirements for the selection of certain non-commissioned officers. The Scott bill to protect the coast wisa trade by repealing the provision of law which allowed foreign ships to participate in the coastwise trade during the war. The Hutchinson cold-storage bill, providing a comprehensive plan for the regulation of cold storage with the view of preventing boarding and determent of food-stuffs in cold storage and the practice of deception with respect to the same. The Nolan minimum-wage bill The Platt bill amending the Feder al farm-loan act with a view of removing red tape and making the act more workable. A resolution requesting the Secretary of War to place on sale without delay the surplus food products under control of the War Department PRESS AMERICANISMS "The majorities by which the reservations to the league covenant have been adopted were impressive. So impressive that the attempt to set aside by minority could not fail to be regarded by the country as a flagrant abuse of power. Democracy is denied when a minority attempts to dictate a momentous change in foreign policy. The position of the United States is one which the Government, speaking through the majority in the Senate, is perfectly competent to define. It has been defined overwhelmingly. If that definition is rejected by the authority on instructions from the White House the minority must accept the responsibility for the treaty's defeat."—Kansas City Times. "Mr. Hitchcock has lost the mild reservationists. He may be able to defeat the treaty entirely by votes of Republican and Democratic senators who oppose it as essentially incapable ot correction. We wish him well in his endeavor though not sympathizing with his motives. But if we are to make the grave departure from politics that made us the greatest nation in the world in moral, in influence, we shall be everlastingly grateful to the Republican senators and the small band of Democrats who succeeded in putting clear cut reservations in the raifying resolution and insisting on their specific acceptance by at least three of the four great powers. The country will yet arise and call them blessed."—St. Louis Times. "Our government being one of three branches it happens that two of them not merely one, have authority with respect to foreign relations. The conduct of the President having been such as to spread a contrary, belief, it is desirable if suspicion of faith breaking is not to arise in the future that the ambiguity be removed. So the prime object of the reservations was to inform the world that not the President alone but the President and the Congress acting together must pass on our obligations and in the end determine what this country must do to meet them. The unified Governments of Europe at times may find it inconvenient to deal with our disunified one. But it cannot be help ed. There is the American constitution. It cannot be amended by treaty. Treaties must be in accord with it, not it with treaties."—New York Tribune. --- "Every Senator in whom Americanism is ingrained, whether he is regarded as a mild reservationist or a Lodge reservationist or as an unreconcilable, should be stirred to steadfast purpose and cooperative action by President Wilson's threat to kill the treaty, if the reservations already adopted with the approval of a great majority as we believe of the people of the United States, have a place in the ratified document. Whatever the difference of opinion as to the manner of defeating the unparalleled attempt to transfer the seat of sovereignty from Washington to Geneva, and to entangle our independent Republic from the European politics from which it has been held aloof since Washington pointed the way to safety and prosperity, the main purpose is common to all. It is to save America whatever may happen to the treaty. That can be accomplished by firm adherence to the line of action on which all the opponents of the Wii son covenant have agreed and which has brought the long fight rapidly to the last and decisive stage. Take no bluff from the enemy! Be hindered by no attempted dictation from the White House! Tolerate no succession of decided councils, Stand together and stand firm in courage in good conscience and undiminished confidence of victory."—New York Sun. "The important reservation defining and delighting the obligation of the United States under Article X was adopted. It is difficult to see how Hitchcock and Co. should have made such a grievous hulahabo about it since in the final analysis what this reservation does is to make it clear that nothing in that article shall be construed as in any way modifying the provision of the national constitution investing Congress with exclusive power to declare war or to say where when or how the Ameri can troops may be used for war purposes. —Milwaukee Sentinel CHICAGO,ILL NEWS Mrs. Sarah Blaney 4745 South State street who has been ill for three weeks with the "Flu" is out again. Attorney Walter M. Farmer was in Evanston on legal matters during the week. Many homes are being built by members of the race in Morgan Park III. Several have already been completed and now being occupied. Rev. H. E. Wilson, pastor Ebenezer A. M. E. Church Evanston, III., was in the city during the week on business. Rev. Wilson is doing excellent work in Evanston. Mrs. Lucy E. Rankins, who has been in the city for several weeks left during the week for Indianapolis, Ind., her home. Mrs. Hallie Lenior was seen a few days ago while enroute from Ohio to her, home in Lake Forest where she visited friends. Mrs. Cora Franks 35 Illinois street Lake Forest, Ill, who has been sick for more than three weeks is improving very rapidly. M. T. Bailey, 3638 South State St., spent last Sunday in Lake Forest, Ill. Rev. E. P. Jones, of M. T. Zion Baptist Church of Evanston was in the city during the week on business. Attorney John T. Oatneal, Washington Court House was elected one of the two justices November 4th under our new code. They have the duties of the Municipal Judges. This is the first time in the history of the state that a member of the race has been elected to a similar position. Mr. Oatneal is late examiner of U. S. Pen sion Office, a graduate of the Virginia in Normal and Collegiate Institute, Petersburg, Va., class '93. On invitation of M. T. Bailey, president of the Alumni Association he journeyed from Ohio in 1918 to deliver the principal address before the said association after being absent THE RICHMOND PLANET RICHMOND, VIRGINIA for 28 years. It was that trip and his other work here in connection with the November Red Cross etc., that contributed greatly to his political career in this state. For $1.00 and other valuable considerations, the Calvary Baptist Church (white) 3947 South Michigan Avenue has been purchased by the trustees and members of the A. M. E. Zion Church and the same has been named the Michigan Avenue A. M. E. Zion Church. Negotiations for the above property were started by Rev. G. W. Registrar now presiding Elder of the Indianapolis District in the Mo. Conference. The Trustees and members of the church were assisted by the General connections. For this successfullwork, too much cannot be said of Rev Register's work while here. $4,000 put the full possession by purchase which was raised by the Trustees and general connection. M. T. Bailey of the Bailey Realty Company 3638 South State street handled the real estate part of the transaction and Attorneys Walter M. Farmer and Eugene J. Marshall the legal side. This is the first church purchased so far by our race on the Boulevard. Pastor J. M. Branch, Chairman of Trustee Board, J. W. Green Presiding Elder; Rev. Taylor and G. L. Black Presiding Bishop. --- Editor Chicago Defender Chicago, Illinois My dear sir.—In a recent issue of your journal under the caption "Open Statement To The Public" you say "Elsewhere in this paper appears an article, a reprint from the Commercial Appeal under-date of November 16, in which Dr. Sutton E. Griggs states that he has been invited by the commission appointed by Governor Lowden of this state to investigate race conditions in Illinois and to present his views regarding the proper course to pursue to the commission." There are two errors in this part of your statement. You say "Dr. Sutton E. Griggs states." I beg to assure you that the wording of the article which you quote is not my wording. The article quoted by you opens by saying that I am "one of the best and most favorably known lecturers in the United States, who has been a respected citizen of Memphis for many years." My mother taught me when a child that "self-praise is half scandalous" and I would not have been guilty of handing such comment to a newspaper reporter. I had no more connection with the use of those words than you did. Your next error is in saying that the statement reads that I had been invited "by the commission." Your wording would call for official action on the part of the commission. The statement, in the Commercial Appeal which you unintentionally mis quote is, "He was also asked last week by members of the commission which is a wholly different thing from what you say. As you are member of the commission you would have the right to know of any official action taken, but you might not know of all invitations extended by members of the commission. Laying aside the reporter's wording of the matter, I will now use my own words in telling just what did happen. During my recent visit to the city of Chicago, I had the privilege of an interview with the eminent Dr. Graham Taylor of the Chicago University and founder of the Chicago commons. At this interview I took occasion to read to him some views which I hold as fundamental causes of racial antipathies. He expressed himself as very much interested in what I had to say and urged that I formulate practical suggestions growing out of the views stated and present them to the commission. He also urged me to have an interview with a Mr. Graves, see retary to Mr. Julius Rosenwald, and representative of the latter upon the committee on race relationships appointed by Governor Lowden of Illinois, Mr. Graves expressed a preference for my appearing before the commission and urged that I should do so stating the day and hour of meeting. I did not see fit to accept his kind invitation. My views had no special connection with the situation in Chicago and Illinois but with race questions throughout the world and with race questions other than the American race question. As I had no special remedies to suggest for the Chicago situation, I did not avail myself of the opportunity offered me to appear before the commission. With reference to your closing comment concerning Jim-Crow laws and segregation. I wish to say that they did not in any way come up in the course of my interview with Mr. Taylor. SUTTON E. GRIGGS PUT IT UP TO RAYS On Madden Bill against Jim Crow Cars—League Urges Whole Race To Send Word to Senators at Once To Introduce and Pass Amendment—Bill comes up in Senate Dec. 1st. New York, N. Y., Nov. 22.—Today at 2152 Fifth Avenue a committee of the National Equal Rights League conferred on the startling dev- elopment in Congress where Repa. Madden's amendment to abolish Jim Crow cars got but 12 votes. As the bill has gone to the Senate where it is first on the calendar for the regu- lar session it was decided that the race must not be entirely defeated with a Republican Congress at the VALUABLE PROPERTY FOR SALE ON LONG TIME PAYMENTS ON LONG TIME PAYMENTS WE HAVE THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY FOR SALE ON LONG TIME PAYMENTS: between St. James and 1st Streets..... $6,000 One 9 Room Br'ck, between St. James and 1st Sts..... $6,250 Leigh Street $4,000 Two 6 Room Houses, Frame, on N. 7th Street, near Baker Street, each..... $2,500 Two 6 Room Houses, Frame, on N. 7th Street, near Baker Street, each..... $2,750 One 3 Room Frame House on Bates Street..... $ 900 One Frame Dwelling on N. 26th St..... $1,100 One Frame Dwelling on N. 26th St..... $1,500 One 10 Room Brick on N. 5th St., beyond Duval St. $5,500 One Small Frame House on Fairfield St..... $ 950 One 6 Room Frame Dwelling on Beverly St..... $2,800 One Brick Store on Meadow St., Porcelain Bath with Living Rooms Over Store in Excellent Condition: Corner Property $5,500 Lots in West End, near New City Park, $500 and Upwards. We have also some valuable Broad Street Property.—Prices Given Upon Application. As we have plenty of money on deposit at this time, we are in a position to give exceptionally good terms to those desiring to purchase any of this property. Address MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK RICHMOND. VIRGINIA JOHN MITCHELL, JR., President Call at the N. W. Corner of Third and Clay Streets cr see the President at 311 N. Fourth Street. CLAY STREET close of a terrible war for democracy. A committee was appointed to wait upon Republican Chairman Hays and notify him that now was the time for the party through Senate action to show whether it could be depended upon to stand by the race or to show that it had no intention of abolishing discrimination which the race wished demonstrated before 1900. The committee is also to go to Washington when Congress opens to interview senators and appeal to them to have the Madden amendment introduced and passed. Then when it is returned to the House the Committee is to button-hole the Northern representatives to adopt it and save the race and the party with the race. THE COMMITTEE. The committee consists of Rev W. A. Byrd of N. J. Hon. I. B. Allen, Rev Byron Gunner and Mr. John Royall of N. Y.; Rev R. T. Reed of N. J. Rev. J. D. Robinson of Tenn.; and W. M. Trotter of Mass. (to be aug mented.) The League appeals to every church, lodge; organization and to individuals to write to Congress and especially to send in money for this campaign with Congress to treasurer, Rev R. T. Reed 77 Olive Street, Passale, New Jersey. Quick action, united action, earnest action may yet save respect for our women and our rights. --- CIVIL SERVICE LAW VIOLATED IN WADE CASE. Senate Committee Criticises Post Office Department and Commission Members in Report. UNFAIR CHANGE IS CHARGED. Allegation Is Made Republican Who Stood at Head of List for Appointment Was Turned Down in Favor of Democrat. Washington on, Nov. 20.—Post Office Department officials and members of the Civil Service Commission were severely criticized in a report submitted to the Senate before adjournment late last night by the Post-Office Committee for failure to adhere to civil service regulations requiring the appointment of persons receiving the highest ratings provided by the commission. The report, which became public today, was made in connection with the committee's unfavorable action up on the appointment of R. T. Wade, Democrat, to be postmaster at More head City, N. C., after his rating had been changed so as to place him ahead of C. L. Willis a Republican. While the appointment is for a second-class postoffice, Senators de clare this is the first time a Senate committee has ever taken action up on this question and the report is regarded as a precedent. 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Hairdressers are beginning to recogize the merits of THE EXCELSIOR SYSTEM Most Thorough of All Methods. There is always work for competent Hairdressers. Those using The Excelsior System are sure of success. WRITE TODAY to THE EXCELSIOR MANUFACTURING CO., 265 South Bland Street, Bluefield, West Virginia. --- It will be sent to any part of the U.S. for $2.00 Present day conditions demand that you should read a reliable race journal. Read our Prize Offer. Bring us your Job Work. Prices are high, but so is everything else and we will do your work at the lowest possible price. All kind of Job Work done at this office. Our linotypes are busy, but we can still do job work. THE PLANET, 311 N. Fourth Street Telephone, Long Distance, Randolph 2213. Richmond, Va. NEW ORLEANS THROWN OPEN. One Hour After Court Grants Injunction Liquors Aro Sold. NO TIME TO MIX DRINKS. Rush for "Straights" So Great Bar-Keeps Can't Be Bothered. New Orleans, Nov. 26.—Whlsky, 4 per cent beer, wines, cordials in short, complete barroom assortments of liquors were purchased freely in New Orleans tonight, following the granting of an injunction today by Federal Judge Foster, which in effect held the war-time prohibition act un constitutional. Loss than an hour after Judge Foster had enjoined Federal au horites from interfering with the sale of bonded whiskies in compliance with the petition of the Herman Loiser Liquor Company barrooms were serving liquor in steadily varied assortments. Mixed drinks were unobtainable during the day because of the rush for "straight liquor." Later how ever, it was possible to obtain practically all of the widely known mixed drinks for many years peculiar to New Orleans. French restaurants servod claret with dinners. RULES WORLD WAR AT END Judge Foster in his decision to grant the injunction ruled that the world war came to an official end when Congress adjourned recently without rejecting the peace treaty with Germany. He maintained that when President Wilson vetoed the Volstead war-time prohibition enforcement bill October 28, 1919 the President declared the army and navy forces demobilized. Through the injunction Frank M Miller United States marshal and his deputies, Superintendent Forest Pendleton, of the Department of Justice and his aids, Rufus Fontenot, internal revenue collector and his assistants, and Henry Mooney United States district attorney are barred from 'interfering with the Herman Leiser Liquor Company or any other liquor dealers in the sale of intoxicating liquors in New Orleans." Judge Foster formerly held that 2.75 per cent beer was nonintoxicating ing. Above the enthusiasm of liquor dealers, however loomed the warning of the United States district attorney and the internal revenue collector that a strict record was being kept of liquor selling, and that should the Supreme Court of the United States declare the war-time prohibition act constitutional prosecutions would be instituted. District Attorney Mooney upon learning of reports that saloonkeen- Read The Richmond Planet ers had agreed to make a flat charge 50 cents per drink for whisky announced that should they combino to charge high prices for drinks they would be prosecuted for profiteering. Whisky sold in most places at 25 cents for a drink about half the size formerly sold. Higher grade whiskies served in old-style glasses sold from 35 to 50 cents. Bottled whiskies bonded, were to be had at an average of $6 a quart. Some places however, were without other than the cheaper grades. Wines were procurable at an average of about 25 per cent over former prices. CROWDS REMAIN UNTIL LATE. At all of the downtown saloons crowds remained until closing time. Taxiebac companies reported an old time rush of customers to the road houses and cafes at the lake resorts. Stocks sufficient to last until January 16, should the Supreme Court rule that war-time prohibition was uncon situational were reported by wholesalers. Practically none of the liquor in warehouses here was exported. Brewers had not decided tonight whether their stocks of beer containing a higher percentage of alcohol than one-half of one per cent could be increased by resumption of the manufacture of former content. BALTIMORE, MD. NOTES Baltimore, Nov. 25.—Two important real estate deals have been pulled off here during the past week. One was the securing by the Afro-American of its present home at 628 N. Eutaw street, corner of Druid Hill Avenue. The price was said to be in the neighborhood of $15,000.00 The building will be thoroughly remodeled next spring, making it one of the most modern structures in which a race newspaper is published. The other deal was the securing of the downtown property at 14 E. Pleasant street as an office building for colored lawyers. The Banneker Realty Company capitalized at $20,000 was formed to handle the transaction The leading spirits in the venture are Attorneys Wm. C. McCard, George W. McMechen and W. Ashbie Hawkins. Baltimore, Nov. 26.—Please for interest in the fight that colored Catholics are making for the training of Negroes for the priesthood were made at a banquet given by the local Association for the Advancement of Colored Catholics last Thursday night. A collection of $55 was taken for William E. Floyd, the colored man who said to have been forced out of St. Mary's Seminary and is now studying for the priesthood at St. Paul, Mimi Charles J. Woodland was toastmaster. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA Mrs. Anna Hazleton Lee, well known musician has entered suit for an absolute divorce from her hus band Frederick H. Lee. She is the leader of the choir of Sharp Street Memorial M. E. Church and a former teacher in the public schools here. Roy S. Bond is her attorney. Mayor Broening was one of the speakers at the November meeting of the Baltimore Educational Association. A reception will be given at St. James P. E. Church this Friday night in honor of the 28th anniversary of the rectorship of Rev. George P. Bragg, Jr. The Grand United Order of Nazarites by an overwhelming vote has re-elected William T. Greenwood as Grand Worthy Shepherd. Greenwood was recently suspended from his office, following charges being preferred by William Bell of Philadelphia who had been removed as instructor of a lodge there. FRANKLIN F. JOHNSON 305 N. Pine St. North Dakota health authorities say that of the last series of 7,097 school children examined by one of their field nurses, 5,091 had some defect, more or less marked, and that 75 per cent of these were amenable to corrective treatment. Influenza, as well as other so-called air borne or respiratory diseases is essentially a hand to mouth disease. The prevention of such infections can be largely accomplished by any measure which will prevent the unclean hand from visiting the mouth and nose and by the thorough cleansing of the hand after such visits. --- Representative Albert Johnson, of Washington has a new plan for keeping intoxicating liquors out of the country. In a bill introduced by him he suggests the establishment in the Department of Justice of a bureau of land boundary patrol. He would not only have it keep out "wet goods" but enforce the law of the United States relating to the unlawful entry into the country of aliens belonging to the excluded class of inmigrants. --- Preventable disease kills more than 600,000 people every year in the United States and levies a toll of more than a billion dollars a year upon the financial resources of the country. Time, isn't it, that the countr try should awaken to the need for a great disease prevention campaign CARRANZA EXECUTES ANGELES AS TRAITOR. Firing Squad at Chilunhua City Kills Man Who Refused to Recognize Government. FOUR GENERALS HOLD COURT. Considered by World as Military Genius Who Developed 75-Millimeter Gun, Now Recognized as Most Efficient Piece of Artillery. El Paso, Tex. Nov. 26.—General Felipe Angeles, Mexican revolutionary leader and enemy of the Carranza government declared a patriot by his followers and friends, was executed as a traitor to the Mexican Government by a firing squad at Chilunhua City, Mexico, at 6:35 A. M., today. He had never recognized the present government as rightfully re presenting Mexico. The specific charge against Angeles was rebellion. He was found guilty by 4 Carranza generals sitting as court-martial at Chihuahua City at 10:45 o'clock last night, after a session that had lasted almost continuously for approximately thirty-nine hours. FRIEND OF AMERICAN PEOPLE. Angeles throughout the world was known as a military genius. He was the reputed friend of Americans and during his trial lauded this country and its citizens. He was the man who brought about the 75-millimeter gun to the perfection that gave it fame as the world's most efficient piece of artillery. For his work for France he was made a chevalier of the French Legion of Honor. Angeles came out of Mexico in 1916 and bought a dairy farm near El Paso. Later he went to work for the French government inspecting munitions. Five days after the world war end ed with the signing of the armistice. Angeles returned to Mexico as the intellectual leader of the Villa movement. It was said Villa promised out rages against foreigners and natives would be stopped if Angeles would join him. Villa proclaimed Angeles provisional president of Mexico. WISHED TO SAVE MEXICAN PEOPLE Angeles had been quoted as saying he believed a day of accounting between the United States and Mexico had been postponed by the great war and that he wished to save his people from this by 'calling the people to reconstance,' and welding them in to a single mass for the unift of all. When he won't across the line to join Villa he said: "I am going back to lift country out of the dept of lawlessness to which she has fallen or else, die for her." CARRANZA ANSWERS SHARPEST WARNING. Says Consulting Agent's Case Is Under Adjudication in the Civil Courts DEMAND WITHOUT PRECEDENT Next Move of State Department Is Not Yet Determined Upon. Washington, Nov. 27.—Mexico has replied with an argumentative diplomatic refusal, to the American government's demand for the immediate release of William O. Jenkins the consular agent imprisoned at Puebla. The official note was delivered here today, but not made public. There is no reason to doubt that it agrees with the copy given out last night by the Mexican consul-general at El Paso. No comment was forthcoming to indicate how the State Department regards the answer to what was considered one of the sharpest warnings yet sent to Mexico, and neither was there any indication of what the government's next step would be. The Mexican reply, which, according to its text was prepared at the direction of President Carranza, argues in the main that the Mexican government cannot order the release of a prisoner while his case is under adjudication in the civil courts- of one of its states, and contends that the American Government's demand for the consular agent's release had no foundation or precedent in international law. NEW ANGLES BROUGHT OUT Some new angles of the Mexican viewpoint on the Jenkins case hitherto unpublished in the United States are revealed. The tendency of the Mexican argument is to separate the Jenkins case into two phases: first, the situation in which the consular agent was kidnapped by bandits and held for ransom, and last his subsequent arrest and imprisonment by the civil authorities of Puebla on a charge of having "connived" with the bandits. The note at hand deals with the latter phase exclusively. It points out that Jenkins was first held under what is known to the Mexican penal code as 'preventative imprisonment.' This provision converts a situation in which a person is suspected of complicity in a criminal act. He subsequently was held under a provision covering "formal" imprisonment, which under the Mexican penal code, applies when a magistrate believes there is sufficient evidence to establish that a crime has been committed. The alteration against Jenkins that he signed conflicting statements regarding his kidnapping and there forew was "guilty of falsifying judicial declarations." REFUSES TO ACCEPT BAIL. The note says Jenkins has opportunity to be released on bail in the sum of 1,000 pesos, the equivalent of $500 in American money if reckoned in coin rather than Mexican bank notes and that Jenkins refused to avail himself of it, although he has been requested to do so. Recalling that Mexican consuls in the United States have been imprisoned and that Mexico has never asked the United States to waive local law in their cases the note remarks that 'the Mexican government cannot concede to American citizens more rights than Mexicans enjoy in the United States.' The Mexican note opens with the observation that the foundation for the American government's demand probably "can only be the power of the country that makes it," and at the conclusion of a lengthy legal argument expresses its hope that the State Department will withhold its judgment on the Jenkins case until the civil courts in Puebla have passed on it. In the note to Mexico the State Department not only demanded the immediate release of Jenkins but warned Carranza that further molestation of the consular agent would bring the relations between the two countries to a precarious point. As the sequel to one kidnapping close after another, Jenkins arrest and im prisonment by local Carranza authorities "incensed" this government as Secretary Lansing's note expressed it. Whether the government will regard the Jenkins case as a climax to the long list of unsettled questions with Mexico is not being indicated in any official way. Technically a consular agent has no diplomatic status and immunities and unlike a diplomatic agent, is lost beyond local laws. --- The supply from any water works or system furnishing more than twenty-five persons for their domestic uses is under the law, a public water supply and, as such is under the supervision of the State Board of Health. --- Hookworm, and the insanitary privy go hand in hand or, in the order named, are effect and cause-except in the cases of thousands of human habitations in the country districts where no privies at all are provided, notwithstanding the clear letter of the State law requiring them. THREE --- PETERSBURG OFFICERS ARM SHOT. Petersburg, Va., Nov. 30.—Frank Reed a colored man is in jail on the charge of naticious shooting of Detective D. P. Eanes, and ironiously shooting Captain Walter L. Peters a former officer of the United States Army at Camp Lee. Reed suffered a wound in his right leg. The shooting of the detective occurred early Saturday evening, when Detective Eanes attempted to arrest Reed on a charge of creating a disturbance. Reed is said to have had a pistol in his hand and after Eanes seized him he is said to have jerked away and immediately opened fire on the detective striking him to death. Reed got away and for several hours the police scoured the city in search of him. At 1 o'clock Sunday morning word reached the police that Reed was hiding in the home of a cot ored woman in Pelham's reel. Super intendent Payne and a score of officers surrounded the house. They were accompanied by Captain Peters. As the officers neared the house they were greeted with shots. A fusillade followed in which Reed made use of a shotgun having fired all the shells in his pistol. Captain Peters drew his pistol and was about to fire at a moving object under the house when a blinding shot sent him down. The Negro had escaped from the interior of the building and was hiding under the house when Peters suddenly came upon him. After firing at Peters Reed ran away but had not gotten far from the building when captured by a train crew while trying to board the train. Investigation revealed that Captain Peters had received the full load of shot in his chest. Physicians claim his condition is not serious. Reed denied any knowledge of the affair today but told officers he was drunk on cider. $150.00 ENDOWMENT PAID Laurel Grove, Va., Nov. 15, 1919. This is to certify that I have received from John Mitchell, Jr., Grand Worthy Counsellor of the Grand Court of Va., Order of Calanthe, ($150,00) One Hundred and Fifty Dollars in payment of the death claim of sister Bettie Richardson who was a member of Moonlight Court No. 183 of Laurel Grove Virginia. Signed: KENNY SODFOED. Beneficiary ANDREW BURKEDALE. Administrator. Witnesses: J. H. RICHARDSON A. D. BETTS. ISABELLA BETTS --- THE PLANET Published Every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr. at 811 North Fourth Street, Richmond, Va. JOAN MITCHELL, JR., EDITOR. All communications intended for publication should be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. Entered at the Post Office at Richmond, Virginia, as second-class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES Our Year.....$2.00 Six Months.....1.10 Ten Months.....0.08 Foreign Subscriptions.....2.00 SATURDAY...DECEMBER 6, 1919 Heaven is our home, but, Oh, how few of us want to go there now. It looks to us as though the theoretical plans for the running of this government have broken down. Money is plentiful, but when it is used to buy food and clothing, it be comes mighty scarce. People who want couples separated will find the matrimonial route the best one to accomplish that result. This is a mild winter and the price of coal makes the average person smile, when the warm days come and go. Preachers, who have not had a salary raise in four years are working for about half per, and—most of them know it. People, who go to heaven seem to be well satisfied after they get there. We judge this from the fact that none of them over come back. Some folks now want a war with Mexico. We are satisfied that those who saw actual fighting do not want any war with anybody. (7) The interference of the National Government with everything relating to the citizen was the beginning of our troubles. We do not know yet just what will be the end of them. A campaign is to be waged against the use of tobacco, it is said and those who like the weed will soon be in the position of those who liked the liquor. The Socialists in Italy refused to hear King Victor Emmanuel deliver his address and there are millions of others who refuse to hear the Socialists. Ex-President William Howard Taft speaks of pure motives. It is time to call attention to the necessity for pure motives in governmental action every where. The United States Railroad Administration cleared eleven million dollars during the month of October, but as this same concern has a deficit of over two hundred and sixty-nine million dollars, it hardly feels the effect of the increase. Governor Westmoreland Davis is an adept at commonsense practices and the miners of Virginia know it. A loaded gun held as a threat is more powerful than one that has been fired. From the way that His Excellency Westmoreland Davis settled the coal strike, it would seem that he has a political bee in his bonnet. He used wisdom, common-sense and rare judgment and accomplished the result without using the weapon that the miners know he could use if he so desired. Colored folks are their own worst enemies. They abuse each other worse than any one else, applying to themselves the most degrading epthets and then they get as "mad as old Harry," if a white man does the same thing. They should respect each other and themselves and this will be a strong inducement for others to respect them. Government by injunction seems to have been very popular in New Orleans, Louisiana, when a United States Judge issued an injunction prohibiting the United States Revenue officers from interfering with the sale of liquor. The drinking folks had a genuine Thanksgiving celebration. While they are condemning District Judge Anderson's injunction against the miners in Indiana, they are praising United States District Judge Foster's injunction against the United States Revenue Officers in Louisiana. The indictment of Senator Truman II. Newberry of Michigan would have attracted more attention and occasioned more comment were it not for the fact that it "smacks of politics" and indicates that the great power of the Government with its great financial resources has been used and utilized to crush him. There will come a time some day when prosecutions will be made upon the basis of an honest intention to punish the guilty and not with the ear-marks of spite and malice everywhere in evidence. --- The old adage that "you may carry a horse to water, but you cannot make him drink" is being verified in the attitude of the coal miners. They are saying that you may issue injunction requiring the cancellations of strike orders, but you cannot make a coal-minor work, if he does not care so to do. We have seen all along that there must be an end to parlaying and that vital issues must be timely met. Attorney General Palmer has the task of a life-time. He is surrounded by an army of petty officials, who are discovering or a'leged to be discovering one plot after another. The criminal docker's of the United States Courts are crowded with cases of greater or lesser importance and the tax-hearers are bearing the burden. With a change of administration will come a change of conditions. The people are tired. A CASE WITHOUT A PRECEDENT. His Excellency, Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States has been "invisible" to the public and to his friends for some time. Even Senator Hitchcock, his personal friend and representative upon the floor of the United States Senate has been denied access to his apartments and only the house-servants, his Madame and his able private secretary have been able to see him. This has given rise to all kinds of rumors. It is alleged that his mind is a wreck and that he indulges. In fits of passion altogether unlike the great statesman of other days. As there is no way to verify this, it passes for what it is worth. No denials are issued and rumors follow each other. It is an open question as to whether the message he is sending to the Congress is his own production. All of this is to be regretted. If he is falling, it is due to his effort to accomplish a Herculean task entirely too monumental for a man of his physique and age. He has done well and a feeling of sadness must necessarily follow this lack of information, which has a tendency to lead one to believe that ultimately our worse fears may be realized. AN INDISCREET FRIEND. Mr B. Morgan Shepherd of Ashland, Va., may be a l'right, but he is built wrong. His letter to the Richmond, Va., Evening Journal of the 26th ult., had a tendency to do more harm than good. He helps in one way and he hinders in two ways, thus nullifying it, good he has done. When he attempts to ridicule a progressive journal that advocates a friendly foiling amongst the races, he criticizes the Chief Executive of this State who has done the same thing. Certainly, the Richmond, Va., Even ing Journal has the right to criticize analysis, it will be found that post-WARRANTS SET an official of the State in the same it is at the bottom of the whole JONES AND way that this Journal has the right business. We say this too, knowing that there are other brainy and influential Virginians, who would have reflected credit upon themselves and lustre upon the escutcheon of this grand old commonwealth. THE PEACE TREATY We have never been able to understand how American diploma's could sit down at a Peace Table and be so absolutely outremeralled as seems they have been the case in the Peace Treaty and the covenant of the League of Nations. We have not been able to understand how the provisions of a Treaty could be presumed to supersede the Constitution of the United States and to bind this country to do things that the Constitution expressly forbids. The treaty though by the action of the United States Senate in adding to it explana-ory reservations which in effect rejected much of the treaty while apparently ratifying it is the diplomatic way of accomplishing the same result without doing it in a s'reight-forward fashion. It reminded us of the old adage, "There are many ways of killing a dog besides hanging him." There was a way to undo the work done at Paris and the United States Senate proceeded to undo it to the embarrassment, chagrin and mortification of the disinguished occupant of the White House, who unquestionably would have been the first presiding officer of the League of Nations. We are of the opinion that the trouble was caused by the engagement and employment by President Wilson of too many college experts, men, who were out of touch with the people and who apparently "wont blind" as to the plain mandate of the great bed-rock principles, upon which the Government itself is found ed. Be that as it may, it is plainly evident that Senator William E. Borah and Senator Hiram Johnson were right, when they declared that delay in the ratification of the Treaty meant its death for when the people thoroughly understood its provisions, they would never consent to its ratification. --- SEPARATION OF THE RACES On a vote to abolish the separate car system for white and colored people in the United States of America, only twelve members of congress voted in favor of the measure. This demonstrates conclusively that all he p the colored folks may expect to get must come from the white people of the South land. Had this measure to abolish the "Jim-Crow" car system been backed by the southern delegation in Congress, we might have felt assured that there would not have been more than twelve voes against it. The hypocrisy of the whole business is the theoretical declaration that the accommodations afforded colored American citizens are equal to the accommodations accorded white American citizens. Colored men will yet learn that unless they qualify themselves to vote and vote either for each other or for some white man who espouses their principles they will always be regarded with contempt and disgust. The average white man shuts his eyes to the fact that there is a new citizen of color upon the scene of action. The hostlers, porters, messengers cooks, chamber-maids, wash-women, butlers), coachmen; chauffeurs and the like have been educating their children in some of the best educational institutions in the land. They have been taught high ideals and have been accustomed and trained in higher living. What will do on the work-trains for the colored folks in over-alls, will not do for this kind and type of people and they are asking for treatment and service in keeping with their improved condition. Congress may deny this reasonable request today, but they will ask for it again tomorrow and the next day. The attempt to merge this into a demand for so-called social equality is ridiculous. The white man wants his home open only to such persons as he cares to invite there, and the colored man wants the same thing. When the case is brought down to its last If we could get all of our people to cease being insulting in their demands and to insist upon their rights in a manner that would win sympathy and respect from those who misrepresent and abuse us, a long stride would have been taken in the direction of securing all of their rights and privileges uner the law. Certain it is, that the problems now confronting the American people can only be settled permanently by dealing justly with the members of the body-politic, without regard to their race or color. They have been hounding the black men and their off-spring for half a century in a manner that beggars description. They are after the white men now in the same manner, although they are calling them the industrial Workers of the World, Socialists and Bolshevists. Certain it is we are living under a socialist form of Government for the national officials are going so far as to say how much sugar, coal and the like one shall store in his own house after he has paid for the same and defining what he shall eat and in a manner what he shall wear. We are living under war conditions, although the war is over and it is openly charged that the word of those in charge of the National Government is given only to be broken when the necessity therefor arises. But God reigns, His promises are immutable and those who put their trust in Him are waiting to witness the downfall and failure of these new fangled notions and the discomfiture of the unworthy men and women, who have secured temporary seats in high places. MEN IN KHAKI SWINGING PICKS IN KANSAS MINES. Lada Who Fought Boches in Europe Now Battle for Helpless in Coal Pits. STRIKERS SEE WORKERS COME Operations in Progress in Pittsburgh, Kans., Area, and First Coal Dug by Volunteers Will Be on Way to Consumers Today. Pittsburgh, Kans., Dec. 1.—Production of coal in the strip pits of the Pittsburgh field by volunteer workers under the State receivership plan began today and before dark operations were in full swing in four pits with three others ready for work by morning. Cars were placed for loading and tomorrow will see the first. coal mined by the State on its way to Western Kansas, where Governor Henry J. Allison directed the first shipment be sent. The strip pit mines in the northern and south districts of Crawford County were under military control tonight. Colonel Perry M. Hoisington Fourth Kansas Infantry was in charge. MANY WEAR UNIFORMS A large proportion of the men wore army uniforms and on the shoulders of many were the insignias of the divisions with which they had served overseas. They were dressed for work Heavy boots and hobnailed shoes that had been worn on the battle fields of France again were doing service. Crowds of miners gathered to see the incoming volunteers and expressed surprise at the size and evident strength of the men. In all four car loads of guardsmen and volunteers reached Pittsburgh today. O. H. Hubert, general manager dls covered that he could use more men than he at first called for, and wired Governor Allen to send more workers at once. MORE MEN ON WAY A Topeka dispatch says 500 additional volunteer coal diggers 'ought were sent to the Pittsburgh coal district. That brings the total number of volunteers already sent to the mines to approximately 900. --- COOK FOUND LYING ON HOT STOVE IN KITCHEN. Cooner Believes She Was Dead Before Her Clothing Ignited. Mrs. Macedonia Miller, colored cook employed for many years in the home of Mrs. A. Trent Miller, 516 West Grace street was found ying across the stove in the kitchen burned almost to a crisp on the 24th ull. Coroner Whitfield concluded after investigation that she died from natural causes, falling on the stove when suddenly stricken. Her clothing caught fire and this gave rise to the theory, first entertained that she was burned to death. It is the belief of the coroner that she was dead before her clothing ignited. Members of the family found her and promptly reported the case to him. The oman was about 70 years old and was held in high esteem by the family. Interment was in Woodland Cemetery. Funeral Director, Robert C. Scott officiated. --- WANTED—A person, male or female to do general leaming. Apply at— 211 N. 4th St THE PLANET. WARRIANTS SERVED ON OSBORN JONES AND R. A. RUDDER. Both Are Charged With Exceeding Limits of Speed Law. AUTOMOBILES REDUCED TO MASS OF WEECKAGE. Car Driven by W. H. Weedon Is Torn from Crassius. Five people were injured and taken to the hospital one an eight-year old girl, when two automobiles, one said to have been traveling at terrific speed, crashed together at Kenson Avenue and Cary Street Road, about 6:15 o clock last night. Osborne Jones, aged twenty-six, vice-president of Smith and Iricks Co., an ox-arm aviator and former instructor in stunt aviation in France and his companion, Richard A. Kudder, a bond salesman were placed under arrest at Stuart Circle Hospital within an hour after the accident. Jones is the son of Archer G. Jones president of the Duplex Envelope Company residing at 203 West Franklin Street. VICTIMS OF SMASH. The injured are: Dorothy Weedon, eight years of age badly bruised and cut. Mrs. H. W. Weedon, cuts and bruises about face and knees. H. H. Weedon, cuts about face. Osborne Jones, severe cuts about face and neck and a probable fracture of the right arm. Richard A. Rudder fracture of the right hip, cuts and bruises. Mr. Weedon was going west on the Cary Street Road and was turning south into Remsen Avenue when the car driven by Jones crashed into the rear wheel of his car. Both cars were reduced to a mass of wreckage. The body of Mr. Weedon's car was torn from its chassis. PASSING CAR HEARS CRASH Dr. Beverly Tucker, was passing when the accident occurred and stated last night that he heard the crash as the cars collided. He hurried to the assistance of the accident victims and removed all of them but Jones to Stuart Circle Hospital in his car. Jones disappeared immediately aft the accident and later. It was learned that he had run and walked all the way to the Stuart Circle. The distance is more than a mile. Mistaking the home of C. L. Corbin at 2 Stuart Apartments for the hospital, he walked into the parlor, covered with blood and sank down on a chair. The screams of his wire brought Mr. Corbin to the scene and he declared last night that Jones at first refused to give his name or where he had received his injuries. When it was suggested that an ambulance he called from the Virgin in Hospital, Jones is said to have objected violently but finally agreed to go to the Stuart Circle Hospital. Then he declared he was too exhausted to walk fur'hey, and aid was summoned from the hospital, located across the street and he was carried there. JONES DENIES HE DROVE CAR It was stated last night by the police that after being taken to the hospital Jones denied that he was the driver of the car at the time of the accident and because of his statements, both Jones and Rudder were charged with careless and reckless driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, the arrest being made by Police Lieutenant Holt. Friends of Jones stoutly deny that he was under the influence of liquor at the time of the accident or that he had been drinking during the day. Rudder is twenty-six years of age and lives at 1104 West Franklin St. He is employed as a bond salesman by Bambridge and Co., of Philadelphia. His injuries and those of little Dorothy Weedon were the only ones considered serious by hospital authorities. WEEDON ON WAY HOME Mr. Weedon, who moved to Richmond only three months ago from Ohio to make it his permanent home declared last night that although he looked in both directions when turning into Remsen Avenue he saw no one. The first he knew of the accident he declared or of the proximity of the o her car, was when he felt the shock of the collision. Dr. Tucker the first man on the scene, stated that the car in which young Jones was riding passed him on the Atlantic Coast Line Bridge and was traveling at a very fast speed. Mr. Weedon was going wes on the Cary Street Road to his newly purchased home, the Gillette Mansion, near Rothesay, the home of Jonathan Bryan. Jones was bailed after his arrest for $300. Rauder was held under $100 bond. Both were bailed for Sat urday, when their cases will come up for hearing in Police Court. GREAT WHITE PUBLISHING FIRM BRINGING OUT THREE BOOKS ON THE RACE QUESTION Colored people will be glad to learn that a great New York firm of publishers, Harcourt, Brace and Howe (in which Major J. E. Spinarn is a member of the board of Directors) will soon publish three books dealing in one way or another with matters of vital interest to the race. The first of these, Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois's "Darkwater," will appear in January. It will be a volume of essays and sketches like the Souls of Black Folks" but matured, richer with a deeper race passion and with a finer imaginative gift. 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We invite William Miller, President S. W. Robinson, Jr., Vice-Pres. JACOBS' PHARMACY COMPANY ATLANTA, GA. WE BEG TO ANNOUNCE THE FORMATION OF THE MILLER AMUSEMENT CORPORATION AND THE OPENING OF ITS STOCK BOOKS. The need of a first class theatre, operated and controlled by ourselves, showing the best pictures, stock companies and vaudeville, such as are owned in many cities of the North, has been apparent for several years. We have silently witnessed the building of fortunes by others. Why not make fortunes for ourselves? With your help $w_0$ propose to build our theatre on Second Street, and to this end have formed the above corporation with a capital of $200,000 and will sell, for a limited time, stock at $10 per share, par value. We invite you to help put this across. William Millen, President B. A. Cephas, Secretary S. W. Robinson, Jr., Vice-Pres. Dr. A. A. Tennant, Treasurer and that the world-wide audience which he will win for a book like this will result in calculable benefit to the race. The second book, "The Shadow," by Mary White Ovington, chairman of the N. A. A. C. P., is a novel of extraordinary interest it also will appear in January. It deals with a Southern White girl of aristocratic family who has been left as an infant on the doorstep of a Negro cabin, grows up in this environment be living herself colored, and then at the age of twenty-one learns of her real parentage and goes out to start life anew in the Northern White World. Her adventures North and South hold the attention from the first page to the last. This is not a book of propaganda, but a story of deep human interest and passionate sympathy. The third book, which will not be ready until next Spring is being prepared by Miss Ovington and M. T. Pritchard head of the Everett School of Boston. It will be a school reader specially adapted to the needs ofcolored children. Why should these children only study books that describe the achievements of the White race and never mention the noble deeds and eloquent words of Negroes? The new school reader is an answer to this question. It will in produce colored children in the elementary schools to the best thoughts and finest deeds of their own race. These three books as soon as they are published, may be detained from the Crisis, or from any bookseller, or direct from the publishers, Harcourt Brace and Howe, Inc. 1 West 47th St. New York. UNION DEFEATS HAMPTON IN 10 O GAME. (By Charles H. Williams.) Under clear skies Union and Hampton met in Richmond on Thanksgiving Day on Hovey Field for one of he football's classics of the year. Union kicked to Hampton who made several gains by rushing. After exchange of punts, Hampton so secured the ball on Union's 40 yard line where she began a line-smashing game that bewildered her opponents carrying the ball t oUnion's two foot line. Here Hampton was penalized 15 yards for pushing. During the remainder of the first half the ball see-sawed up and down the field, neither side gaining the advantage. The third quarter opened with Union receiving the kick-off. The ball was in the middle of the field most of this quarter but in the last period Union completed forward passes getting well down in Hampton's territory. In the last few minutes the mighty tee of Hulcs made the first score, when he succeeded in driving the pigskin between the unrights. This was followed by a touchdown made in the last minute and a half resulting from an intercepted forward pass which was carved inside of Hampton's five yard line. From here the ball was rushed over for a touchdown. 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RE-REGISTRATION AT SIXTH MT; ZION RAPTIST CHURCH. The members of the church are requested to re-register their names soon as possible. Cards have been printed for this purpose and you can get them by asking the clerk or any officer of the church. Parents are asked to see that their children re-register. Any member failing to re-register as is requested by the church will no longer be a member of this church. Hoping that every member will see the importance and re-register at once I remain. Yours as ever, REV. R. V. PEYTON, Pastor. Roy Robert Jeto's Sayings I, Rev. Robert Jeter horn and raided in Amelia County, Va., want to prove to the world by this Bible. The Governor of a building shingled with the sun. As God stretched out the fox chase across the sky as the great rainbow, which is to show to the world with his own stretching out the fox-chase across the sky, so let the world turn to the 126th Psalm and 8th verse. The Sun rules by day for His mercies endureth forever. The moon and stars rule the night. November 26th the above painters commenced painting up about four o'clock and finished up by five and proved up by the 27th the power of the world. They paint up with the South west wind. The 58th elephant News for above period commencing to clear up the world at 4 o'clock finish up by 5 o'clock. You can see the beautiful world at 5 o'clock with the S. W. wind. —REV. ROBERT JETER $150.00 ENDOWMENT PAID Buena Vista, Va., Oct. 13, 1918. This is to certify that I have received from John Mitchell, Jr., Grand Worthy Counsellor of the Grand Court of Va., Order of Calanthe, ($150.00) One Hundred and Fifty Dollars in payment of the deah claim of Sister Laura Patterson who was a member of Buena Vista Court No. 185 of Buena Vista, Va. Signed: J. F. STRATTON, SERTG. Administrator, Estate of Laura Patterson, deceased. Witnesses: MRS. ELIZA DAVIS MRS. IDA MORRIS --- THE LOVE MINERS' LEADERS REFUSE THE ARBITRATION PROPOSAL. Operators Notify Dr Garfield of Acceptance of His Offer. Says He Will Not Be Responsible for Disturbance Which May Follow. Fuel Administrator Says Government Will Keep Order—May Mean Federal Operation. Washington, Nov. 27.—The conference between the coal miners and the operators broke up today without reaching any settlement of the wage controversy. The miners unanimously rejected the government proposal, made by Dr. Garfield at the direction of the Cabinet for a 14 per cent wage increase without increasing the price of coal. This rejection was made after the operators had announced that they would accept the government's suggestion for settlement. The operators also notified Dr. Garfield of their acceptance but pointed out that to increase wages with out increasing the selling price would eliminate the profits of a large number of mines, and seriously affect production. They said they would rely upon the government to make latter adjustments in prices to remedy this. MINERS REFUSE ARBITRATION. The operators then renewed their offer of submitting the dispute to a board of arbitration but this was refused by the miners. On motion of the miners the coal conference was adjourned sine die. The miners said that they were going home to 'sit tight.' While several of the operators expressed a hope that something might yet be done to renew negotiations, nothing could be found in the situation tonight to justify this sanguine view. The breaking up of the conference puts the coal situation directly up to the government in a more serious way than ever. It is now a matter for the consideration of the Cabinet which will meet again tomorrow. GARFIELD HAS NOTHING TO ADD United States Fuel Administrator Garfield said tonight that he had nothing to add to the statement he made last night when he laid the government proposals before the operators and the miners. Dr. Garfield said he would be here tomorrow, which means that he will be available at the Cabinet meeting. Secretary of Labor Wilson whose proposition that the miners should have been offered a raise of 31.6 per cent was turned down by his fellow Cabinet officers said tonight that he had no comment; to make on the fall ure of the coal conference to reach a settlement. John L. Lewis president of the United Mine Workers said after the conference ended: "In my judgment Dr. Garfield and the Cabinet have committed the most colossal blunder in the industrial history of our nation. They are blindly following an academic theory without regard to justice to the mine workers or the effects of such theory upon the people of the country." 1. EWIS MAKES NO FORECAST. Mr. Lewis said that the action of the government preceded any possibility of negotiations between the operators and the mine workers. He would make no statement as to whether the present "strike" would continue to be effective. Asked as to what would now happen in the outlying districts Mr. Lewis said: "I cannot be responsible for any further disturbances which this policy of the government may bring." When Dr. Garfield was told of this he said: The government will keep order. Various representatives of the mines expressed the opinion that the miners who are now out would not return to work until a settlement is reached. THE Y. M. C. A. NOTES. Thanksgiving was a high time with the Y. M. C. A. Early meeting at the building 10 A. M. and the men enjoyed the hour. 7 P. M. The Y. M. C. A. Building was thrown wide open to the boys and men and there was an old time open house—Good will and fellowship. The women's Auxiliary of the Y. M. C. A. did every thing in their power to make all happy. Mrs. Laura Pride with her committee knew just how to serve the men with the good things of the season. Master Walter Daniel and President Robert Daniel of the Boy's Department kept the men busy. Programme—Mrs. Pride made the men welcome; responses were made by several of the men. Miss Susie Johnson read a special paper, subject: Woman's Influence" which was a gem. Piano solo, Miss Cassie Riley; select reading—The Retiring pastor; Miss Hattie A. Burrell; vocal solo, Mrs. S. Alice Kemp Burrell. Everybody was delighted to hear Dr. Walter H. Brooks, Washington, D. C, who told the men how to keep young. This hour will not be forgotten. The building was crowded from 7 P. M. to 11:30 P. M. The class for the explanation on the Sunday School Lesson was a warm number last Saturday. Last Sunday was a full day for service with the boys and men of the Y. M. C. A. 9:30 A. M. at the building workers' meeting. In the penitentiary 9:30 A. M. a meeting was held with the men and 11 accepted Christ. Prof. Joseph Mathews sang from his soul accompanied by Prof. H. B. Burwell. 10:30 A. M. the meeting for the wo men was a good one. 4 P. M. an over flow meeting was held for the boys at the building. Master Soller Daniel gave the boys an address which is sticking now. The singing was good. At the Ebenezer Baptist Church the 30th Anniversary Exercises closed; Hymn, congregation lead by the Junior choir; scriptures read; prayer president John S. Powell; special music by the junior choir; collection good; special remarks by Dr. W. H. Stokes; sermon by Rev. P. R. Flack; subject' Promotion Comes By God. And it is one that will not fade very soon, right from the shoulder. Sub- scriptions good. Blest Be the Tie, led by the choir. Prayer by Director W. P. Epps; benediction, Director J. J. Carter. We thank you. Come to the explanation on the Sunday School Lesson today 5 P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. Men be on time Sunday ready for hard work and the other man. A special meeting for workers at the building; 9:30 A. M. All boys are invited to the Bible Study for boys 4 P. M. led by President Daniel. 5:30P. M. at the Y. M. C. A. a great meeting for men. Dr. L. D. Blaney one of our leading community workers will address the men. Corporal Charles A. Waddey will sing special songs. Let no man miss this meeting Be on time with the man. Every home is asked to have special prayer for the Y. M. C. A. Do not forget. --- $100.00 ENDOWMENT PAID. Portsmouth, Va., Nov. 10, 1919 This is to certify that I have received from John Mitchell, Jr., Grand Worthy Counselor of the Grand Court of Va., Order of Calantho ($100.00) One Hundred Dollars in Payment of the Death Claim of Sister Indiana Jonkins who was a member of Daisy Court No. 198 of Portsmouth Virgin in. Signed. R. G. ADAMS, Assignee. Witnesses: JOHN T. FISHER. CORNELIA DREW, D. D. $150.00 ENDOWMENT PAID. Farmville, Va., Nov. 15, 1919. This is to certify that we have received from John Mitchel, Jr., Grand Worthy Counselor of the Grand Court of Va. 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County Line, Va., Nov. 12, 1919 This is to certify that I have received from John Mitchell, Jr., Grand Worthy Counselor of the Grand Court of Va., Order of Calanthe, ($75.00) Seventy-five Dollars in payment of the Death Claim of Sister Elvira Pope who was a member of County Line Court No. 197 of County Line, Va., Signed: his DANIEL L. x F. POPE, mark Witnesses: Beneficiary. JOHN H. PETERS. MRS. PULLIS SMITH. TENNESSEE BARKSALE. $150.00 ENDOWMENT PAID: Buena Vista, Va., Nov. 10, 1919 This is to certify that I have received from John Mitchell, Jr., Grand Chancellor of the Grand Lodge of Virginia, Knights of Pythias, N. A.; THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA S. A.; E.; A.; A. and A.; $(150.00) One Hundred and Fifty Dollars In payment of the death claim of Broth er John Robinson who was a member of Buena Vista, Va. MRS. SEAOIE ROBINSON, Beneficiary Witnesses: JOE SANDDESON, HARRY H, KIER, J. E. J. MOORE, D. D. G. C. $100.00 ENDOWMENT PAID. 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The Curtis resolution was considered by the Judiciary Committee The N.A. A. C. P., presented data, the National Equal Rights League sent a delegation to the Committee after telegraphing Senate and House Chairmen repeatedly, asking said Committee to initiate an anti-lynching law. Senate Chairman Nelson said the telegrams had led to appointment of a sub-committee to investigate issue of constitutionality. There the riot bills stopped. JIM- CROW CARS The most positive measure where legality was not, in doubt was the Madden Bill against Jirv-Crow cars for interstate passengers. This was given a full hearing before the Interstate Commerce Committee of the House, colored men being heard. Two weeks ago the Esch Bill to return railroads to owners was reported with out the Madden Bill item. The National Equal Rights League telegraphed Rev. Madden who replied that he would move an amendment and asking assistance. The League sent a delegation to the House and sent apeals by letter to every Northern Congressman, including 237 Republicans. Last Saturday the amendment was offered, debated and voted on and but 12 voted to abolish Jim-Crow cars and one of the 12 was a Democrat. APPEAL TO RACE. The news of this vote has caused deep thought here as to how much relief and protection a Republican Congress affords the race. Nationally the National Equal Rights League is making an appeal to the entire race to make a stand with the regular session which begins December 1st. The League urges that Congressmen be urged to introduce a straight antitrenching bill and especially that a desorate effort be made to have the Madden amendment offeror in the Senate on the second day December 2nd. The League asks that all citizens and all organizations at once write to every Northern senator to introduce or support an amendment abolishing interstate color segregation as the Railroad Bill is first on the calendar in the Senate. The League also urges that all protest to Northen Representatives the House vote against the Madden amendment and insist that it be brought up again and supported when the Railroad Bill comes back from the Senate for currence at this opch it is now or never on abolishing Jim-Crow cars. HUNTER FINDS BOY'S BODY IN SWAMP NEAR HIS HOME. Three-Year-Old Billy Danzy Believed Victim of Foul Play. CORONER IS INVESTIGATING. Entire New Jersey Town Deeply Stirred by the News and Search Is Renewed for Bold Kidnappers—More Than Month Ago. Hammonton, N. L., Nov. 21—The body of Billy Danzy, the three-year-old boy whose disappearance and supposed kidnapping started a country wide search which has continued for several weeks was discovered late today by a gunner in a swamp not far distant from the Danzy home. Immediately after the coroner had examined the little body he expressed belief that death had resulted from foul play. Added strength was given to the theory that the child was murdered by reason of the fact that the spot where the body lay was extremely difficult of access and practically un approachable by a child of three years. George Eckhart, the gunner who discovered the body, had been on the outlook for little Billy's remains as had every hunter who entered the swamp since bands of citizens abandoned beating about in its accessible parts. At a point deep in the swamp and separated from him by an almost im penetrable moorass, Eckhart saw a faded blue sploch. Finally he won the grass-grown hummock to which his eyes had been attracted and found the little body. Eckhart bore Billy's remains back to a safer place and then hurried to notify the authorities. The entire town was stirred by the news that little Billy's body had been found, and many persons hast enced to the swamp. Among the first to arrive was George White whose little son, Benny, was reported to have been the one the kidnappers be lieved they had captured when they caught Billy Danny. Mr. White identified Billy's remains as did a number of others to whom the little blue rompered figure had been a familiar sight. Before the coroner's inquest every means possible will be used to learn beyond doubt whether the child was murdered and flung into the swamp or whether he perished alone amid his dismal surroundings from cold and hunger and exposure. NOTES ON THE 1920 CENSUS BY DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE. The Fourteenth Decennial Census is to be taken during the month of January 1920. The first census of the United States was taken in 1790 during the administration of George Washington. It related solely to population. The Constitution of the United States requires that a census of the United States be taken every ten years. It is by this means that the apportionment of members of the House of Representatives is made as to states. The Bureau of the Census is a part of the Department of Commerce. It was established as a permanent Bureau in 1902. Prior to that time the census work was done by a temporary organization known as the Census Office. A census of the country's manufactures was made for the first time in 1810. Under the present law a manufactures census is to be taken in connection with the Fourteenth Decennial Census and every two years thereafter. An enumeration of the mines and quarries of the United States was made for the first time in 1840. The Sixth Decennial Census, taken in 1840 was the first one to cover agriculture statistics, now one of the most important parts of the entire census. The Department of Agriculture assisted the Census Bureau in preparing the list of questions to be asked of every farmer at the coming census. United States marshals acted as enumerators at the first nine decennial censuses. Each marshal had as many assistants as were necessary to properly cover his allotted territory. The statistics of the first census of the United States were published in one small volume consisting of 56 pages. The statistics of the 1910 census required 12 volumes having an aggregate of more than 40,000 pages. There were 6,361,502 farms reported at the last decennial census valued at more than 40 billions of dollars. The 1920 census is expected to show more than 7,000,000 farms. The Census Bureau prints a special supplement for each State in the Union containing all the census figures relating to the State in question. Congress extended the scope of the approaching 1920 census by providing that a census of forestry and forest products should be taken. These subjects were never specifically covered by any past census act. It required 18 months to complete the enumeration work for the first decennial census in 1790. In 1920 the Census Bureau plans to complete the enumeration work for the entire country in from two to four weeks and announce the population figures in less than three months from the date the enumeration work is completed. A heavy concentration on ages end ing in five and zero are always re ported at a census. The Census Bureau has made many efforts to over come this inaccurate tendency on the part of the people when staring ages. Every census has disclosed the fact there are more men in the Unit ed States than women. 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Front Royal is letting a contract for a modern system; Potomac has voted funds for a new system; Culpeper is arranging to construct a system to serve all the houses with in the corporate limits; at Winchester the old sand filter beds have been abandoned and a new plant con structed while Harrisonburg is com pleing the installation of sand filter beds the construction of which was interrupted during the war. YOUR HOUSES FOR SALE or FOR RENT. Should be LISTED with H. U. & F. D. EBEL, 6 North Ninth Street. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA THE OLD AKEN BUCKET IS PICTURESQUE BUT DEADLY. Health Department Offefals Show How It Is Large Factor In Infecting Wells. Richmond, Va., Nov. 26.—How dear very dear, to the people of rural Virginia is the old oaken bucket, the germ-laden bucket which is so com monly found swinging in the wells on the farms of the State. Just how dear this venerable menace to the public health is was remarkably dem onstrated by detailed investigations of 176 typhoid fever cases made by two members of the staff of the engineering section of the State Department of Health last summer. The following statement, taken bodily from the annual report of the chief sanitary engineer, Major Rich ard Messer, is eloquent in its plea for better water supplies and better health conditions generally around Virginia's farm homes: Briefly 176 cases, scattered over the state, were investigated during the summer months. Of these 29 were in urban communities (over 500 population) and 147 rural. With regard to water 43 per cent were supplied from dug wells with buckets and 20 per cent with dug wells from pumps. Bacteriological analyses of all of these except two springs showed B. Coli. Concerning disposal of excrea 36 per cent had no privacy at all and 45 per cent used insanitary open-back privies. 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